OBJECTIVE:

 

To obtain a challenging position with a distinguished retail company and enhance my expertise within the fashion industry

 

EDUCATION:

 

Central Michigan University, Mt. Pleasant, Michigan                       Bachelor of Applied Arts, May, 2015

Majors: Apparel Merchandising and Design                                     Minor: Professional Sales

GPA 3.44/4.0

 

Carew International Professional Sales Certifications:

 

Dimensions of Professional Selling (2014),

Advanced Positional Selling (2015),

Pathway to Negotiation (2015),

Building Customer Equity (2015)

 

 

FASHION/APPAREL MERCHANDISING INTERNSHIPS:

 

The Buckle, Sterling Heights, MI                                                                       

Sales and Management Intern   May 2013 – August 2013

• Sold over $40,000 by being educated on all products and services provided by the company

• Gained an understanding of Buckle’s products, sales presentations, and merchandising processes

• Focused efforts on inventory management, visual merchandising, floor plans, and leadership skills

• Learned the fundamentals of recruiting, interviewing, and store operations while training teammates

• Developed sales forecasts and analyzed weekly reports

 

Fashion Group International (FGI), Detroit, MI                                           

Intern   July 2012 – December 2013

• Coordinated events for FGI which included locating venues and soliciting sponsors

• Assisted with networking on behalf of the organization to increase exposure in the market

• Prepared informational material to educate potential members on the benefits of FGI

• Conducted research to assist with event planning and implementing major events

 

 

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE:

 

Cheers Neighborhood Bar and Grill, Mount Pleasant, MI                                          

Server and Bartender/Shift Leader   January 2013 – Present

• Open/close bar and handle approximately $500 – $1,000 cash intake per shift

• Provide strong customer service by being proactive and attentive to maximize sales

• Manage approximately five tables in a fast paced, dynamic environment

 

Central Michigan University, Mount Pleasant, MI                                                    

Professor Assistant   August 2014 – February 2015

• Assisted with administrative activities including coordinating, scheduling, and academic research

• Graded assignments for two sections of advanced computer aided design classes

• Coordinated travel to MAGIC Tradeshow in Las Vegas, including vendor and market research

 

Joann Fabric’s, Mt. Pleasant, MI                                                       

Cut Counter and Cashier   September 2011 – November 2012

• Assisted customers with merchandise, handled monetary transactions, and returns

• Cut fabric, performed stock searches, and placed special orders for customers at their request

• Communicated with multi-locations to supply inventory needs

 

 

 

ACCOMPLISHMENTS AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT:

 

• Fashion Association of Merchandising and Design (FAMD) at Central Michigan University:

Member (2011 – 2015), Treasurer (2013), and President (Fall 2014 – Spring 2015)

• Relay for Life team member at Central Michigan University:

Spring 2013 – May 2015

• Threads Fashion Show at Central Michigan University:

Member (2013), Promotional Coordinator (2014), and Designer (2015)

• Magic Trade Show, Las Vegas Attendee:

February 2014 and February 2015

• Central Michigan University Swim and Dive Club Member:

Fall 2012 – Spring 2013

 

 

KEY SKILLS:

 

Fashion Buying, Accounting, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Visual Merchandising, Textile Analysis, Adobe Illustrator CS6, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, Lectra Kaledo, Product Development, Garment Construction, Pattern Making, Fashion Illustration