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Joann Lee Dunmire | Ronald Dillon | MaryAnn R. Shields
Joann Lee Dunmire
2702 Bright Trail
Houston, Texas 77479
joannleedunmire@yahoo.com
Cell (281) 300-7012
ASID Texas Gulf Coast Chapter
Attn: Linda Marble, Director
7026 Old Katy Rd., Suite 285
Houston, Texas 77024
Re: Interior Design Sales Manager Positions
Dear Linda,
I am interested in Interior Design and Sales Manager Positions. Please find my resume with my experience and diversified background.
I have strong sales, organizational and design project management skills combined with well developed problem solving skills to address any unexpected issues. My management capabilities, visual/design skills and attention to detail enable me to successfully execute plans and meet deadlines.
While working at Macy’s, I demonstrated my sales, marketing, project management and financial skills by managing a $10 Million advertising budget and coordinated sales events, product placement in stores and the details of direct mail, catalogs and newspaper ads to meet deadlines and surpass sales goals.
As a Macy’s Visual Merchandising Coordinator, I utilized my project management, design and team management skills to plan, design and coordinate the installation of store merchandise floor plans to maximize sales and provide a consistent standard.
At Chantal Cookware, I managed product branding, marketing collateral, advertising, trade shows, new product launches, the website and placements in trade and consumer magazines and on social media sites. In addition, I have some interior design experience. I was a Senior Designer focused on planning, selling and executing designs for residential interiors at The Design Firm.
I believe my well developed networking and relationship building skills combined with my creative background can help any ASID design organization continue to grow. I would like an opportunity to meet and discuss how we can build a mutually beneficial relationship.
Sincerely,
Joann Lee Dunmire
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JOANN LEE DUNMIRE
| 2702 Bright rail | joannleedunmire@yahoo.com | Cell (281) 300-7012 |
| Sugar Land, Texas 77479 |
SUMMARY
Energetic Design and Sales Executive with diversified experience in advertising, marketing and customer service. Expertise in design project management, client account service, communication, visual merchandising, and team building. Organized, disciplined and goal oriented with the ability to negotiate, build client relationships and deliver results.
| § Problem Resolution | § Quality Execution | § Project Planning |
| § Detailed Presentation | § Creative Idea Development | § Group Leadership |
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
| Chantal Cookware Corporation | Houston, Texas | 2007-2009 |
Marketing Manager
Oversee Chantal branding, advertising, website, and point-of-sale materials. Manage Graphic artist and assistant. Developed and controlled budget, and negotiated pricing for printing.
- Produced Chantal major promotion directives and seasonal sell sheets for sales force distribution and productivity.
- Scheduled production with factories, planning and set-up of trade show and managed staff of 25 for the Chantal November $270,000 ten-day outlet sale.
- >Coordinated the launch of two new product lines, eco-friendly Pure® in 2008 and Make and Take® plus 15 new sku’s in 2009.
- Directed public relations firm for Chantal national placements in trade and consumer magazines: Bon Appétit, Better Homes and Gardens, etc. and blogs in 2009.
- Developed website promotional plans and directed addition of 10 videos online, and social media: Facebook and Twitter functions in 2009.
- Created partnership, product training and visibility for Chantal Copper Fusion® with cookware sponsorship for chef Molly Fowler, the Dining Diva.
| The Design Firm | Stafford, Texas | 2006-2007 |
Senior Designer
Plan and execute design concepts with furniture, color, fabrics and accessories for residential interiors. Create sales presentation for clients and direct project from development to installation.
- Built trust and developed business by offering additional room concepts to clients.
- Implemented entire home design projects in 25% of clients.
- Recognized leader in Client Service. Served as coach and role model for the firm’s staff.
- Led installation team, contractors and collaborated with the accessories manager to achieve eye catching drama and captivating design concepts.
| Macy’s (Foley’s) Department Store (56 stores) | Houston, Texas | 1986-2006 |
Advertising Account Executive 1999-2006
Managed Men’s and Fine Jewelry advertising accounts with a budget of $10 Million. Oversaw advertising copy and design ensuring creative concepts were accomplished. Built and maintained vendor relationships, negotiated agreements, retained funding and met printing timelines.
- Partnered with Men’s Senior Merchandise Manager to review and develop 36 direct mail and 250 newspaper ads annually. Collected $7.2 Million in cooperative funding, identified key items and capitalized on all advertising opportunites.
- Re-energized Jockey and Gold Toe Sales resulting in 56%, $6.1 Million increase by adding two events. Focused 25% of advertising content on national and seasonal events and optimized prices versus the competition.
- Accelerated advertising turnaround 70% by creating a project schedule and ensuring deadlines were met by following up with the 40+ buyers.
Central Customer Service Manager 1996-1999
Collaborated with store managers and staff to improve customer service levels. Trained and motivated area sales managers to improve customer service and productivity.
- Increased customer service 10% by identifying areas of improvement in stores such as signing, staffing, training, and facility issues.
- Improved employee morale and retention 3% by organizing semi-annual customer service and annual sales recognition banquets for up to 950 sales associates. Generated a positive team culture for new employees by executing store rallies for grand opening events.
- Produced and directed a frontline manager training video “Coaching for Success” improving sales floor disciplines and inspiring corrective discussions with sales staff.
Visual Merchandising Coordinator 1989-1996
Maximized sales by communicating visual merchandising standards in 51 Foley’s stores. Directed current trends and practices by drafting floor plans, coaching store teams and implementing merchandise statements in 8 new and 20 remodeled stores in 6 years.
- Planned, coordinated and installed 1992-1994 Christmas Shops in 49 stores. Led a team of 11 contract trimmers producing $5 Million in sales during September – December.
- Developed and produced a Trim-A-Home instructional video for the Christmas Shops. Recipient of the fall 1992 Visual Award for Trim-A-Home department’s elaborate and consistent presentation.
Assistant Buyer Level II 1986-1989
- Ladies Liz Claiborne, Moderate Sportswear, $16.5 million sales, Cookware & Housewares, $5.4 million sales
Executive Trainee – Area Sales Manager of Ladies Moderate Sportswear, Misses Swimwear
EDUCATION
BA Merchandising, Minor in Marketing, University of Houston, University Park 1982
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
Blue Bird Circle Clinic and Thrift Shop – 2004-Present
Alpha Chi Omega Sorority Alumnae – 1992 – Present
Luncheon Chair, Membership Chair, Leadership Training, Past President and VP Programs
The Women’s Home Partnership – 2000-Present
RONALD DILLON
12002 Ashcroft Drive
Houston, TX 77035
832-322-9048
rd2783@gmail.com
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
- Design Consultant, decorator. Manager
- Specialties include wallpaper, fabrics, furniture placement, flooring, tile, blinds and paint.
- Experienced manager of large home decor franchise.
- Additional background in graphic arts and advertising.
- Client relations: design advice, quotes, order placement. Skilled color coordinator.
- Vendor relations: work orders, production control,
- Administration and management: inventory selection and maintenance, billing and receiving, floor displays, scheduling of appointments. Supervise up to ten employees and contractors.
- Attentive, an excellent listener, interested in responding to clients’ needs. Efficient manager. Honest, dependable, loyal. Quick learner. Dedicated to understanding the big picture rather than just individual tasks. Able to work independently or as part of a team.
- Using new QuickBooks program, set up new billing and inventory system for wallpaper and accessories, maximizing efficiencies and saving thousands of dollars in necessary labor (WallpaperstoGo)
- After move to new location, re-organized all displays for wallpaper and fabric showroom, developing new methods to help customers visualize the product that resulted in improved sales (WallpaperstoGo)
- Selected as judge for design contest sponsored by the Art Institute of Houston and the University of Houston (Ward Creative Communications)
- Reorganized sample room for large fabric showroom to the trade, bringing time efficiencies and improved relations with designers (Walter Lee Culp)
QuickBooks 2011. Macintosh LC, Printing Press, Drafting (CADD). Microsoft Windows XP, Photoshop. AutoCAD.
EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE
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WallpaperstoGo Montgomery Ward Walter Lee Culp |
01/97 – 12/10 1993 – 1997 1988 – 1993 |
EDUCATION
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University of Houston University of Houston Houston Community College Gulf Coast Printing Industry Gulf Coast Blind Industry |
1996 – 1999 1986 – 1987 1983 -1986 |
MaryAnn R. Shields
QUALIFICATIONS
Administrator, Children Cope, Houston, TX, 2007 – 2011
Administer non-profit national organization operating in 39 states and 180 jurisdictions that offers court-mandated seminars for divorcing parents
Plan, market and manage over 200 four-hour seminars per year
Manage organization’s financials, including budget preparation
Coordinate and research presenters for seminars, and develop new programs and materials for seminars
Manage and maintain all client files for Executive Director
Contract Migration Team, TravelCLICK/Career Placement, Houston, TX – 2007
Coordinated migration of over 750 acquired clients from an existing central reservation system (CRS) to new iHotelier CRS
Edited and performed quality checks of contract terms and conditions for billing and accounting purposes
Performed test bookings and quality control measurements for newly migrated hotels using the four major global distribution systems (GDS)
Played an integral role in the specialized migration process for Ayres Hotels
Participated in an initiative to modify time zone problems within the CRS for 8,072 hotels in the Americas’
Self Employed, Benefit Insurance Consultants, Inc., Bellaire, TX, 1987 – 2006
(Company merged with Associated Insurance in 2005)
Performed administrative and secretarial duties of confidential business operations
Maintained financial records, including investments, commissions, accounts payable, and mutual funds
Managed all financial transactions on payroll, taxes, and deposits
Processed benefits for clients, new hires, terminations, and lifestyle changes
Processed applications for health, life, and dental coverage
Worked directly with clients on medical and death claims in the United States
Acted as troubleshooter for Claims Department, focusing on healthcare providers
Part Time Executive, Re-max David Montz Management, Houston, TX, 2004
Set up new real estate brokerage firm for owner
Processed 3-18 agents every six months
Arranged relocation for agents, buyers, and sellers and Processed agent transfers with Re-Max International
Posted sales/leasing reports using Re-Max of Texas software
Coordinated the refurbishment of real estate properties with construction vendors
SKILLS
Team oriented, energetic, highly motivated, and detail oriented
Excellent organizational and time management skills
Ability to type 50+ words/minute
Exceptional customer service skills
Proficient n Microsoft Office, Windows 2007, Administrated PC Base, and PeopleSoft (Oracle)
EDUCATION
University of Houston, Houston Community College, Houston, TX, 1988-2006
Human Resources PeopleSoft Certificate, 2006
Spencer School of Real Estate, 1987
Group I Insurance License, 1989
Texas Process Server 2009
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