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A results oriented professional with excellent qualifications relating to SALES/MARKETING, CUSTOMER SERVICE, EVENT COORDINATION, PUBLIC RELATIONS and SUPERVISION. Possess superior interpersonal and communication skills, interfacing easily with individuals of all levels and from diverse cultures and disciplines. Aware of the need for customer service, quality control and expediting orders. Function efficiently and resourcefully in pressure situations, making important decisions with sound judgment. Work well independently or as part of a team. Present a professional and positive company image.

Key Strengths Include:

Self-motivated, resourceful, creative and determined.
Successful sales career encompasses the marketing of both products and services from small companies to major corporations.
Build long-term solid working relationships with customers, vendors, corporate management and direct staff.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SALES REPRESENTATIVE - Rep-4U - Laguna Niguel, CA

Independently represent a variety of clients at high-profile conventions/trade shows such as: cosmetics, home improvement, travel and major racing events with over 100,000 attendees. Extensively research products/services to effectively relay information and create sales. Explain products/services to clients in a clear and concise manner. Establish long-term relationships for client companies with both individual and commercial accounts. Represented manufacturers and service providers at events such as: various industry trade shows including NHRA Winternationals and Winston Cup events. Utilize large contact base to successfully introduce and implement multiple product lines. (1998 to Present)

VACATION COUNSELOR/RESERVATIONIST - Trading Places International - Laguna Niguel, CA

Utilized extensive telephone contact to assist time-share property owners in transferring locations for travel. Negotiated with other trading companies and owners. Provided thorough follow-up to ensure client satisfaction. Booked hotel reservations for over 1,000 manufacturers and 30,000 attendees for the annual Performance Racing Industry Trade Show. (1995 to 1998)

RETAIL SALES REPRESENTATIVE/COUNTER MANAGER - Macy's - Southern California

Created effective presentations in representing various lines of cosmetics. Trained sales associates on professional techniques and methods. Developed successful customer database, resulting in increased repeat sales. (1987 to 1989 ) and (1990 to 2000)

STORE MANAGER/CONSULTANT - Fantasy One Glamour Photography - Riverside, CA

Managed retail location and conducted sales of photographic services as well as make-up supplies and services. Purchased supplies and trained staff. (1989 to 1990)

SALES REPRESENTATIVE - Hostess's By Dyanna - Diamond Bar, CA

Represented manufacturers with items such as: shutters, windows and patios at major home improvement trade shows nationwide. Developed and mastered communication abilities to successfully create product exposure and sales. (1979 to 1989)

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND

Public Speaking/General Education - Chaffey College - Rancho Cucamonga, CA
PSI World Strategies, Signing, Health & MS Word - Saddleback College - Mission Viejo, CA
Sales & Makeup Artistry - Mt. San Antonio College - Walnut, CA
Sales Seminars Include: Zig Zigler, Patricia Fripp and Dun & Bradstreet

Open to Travel/Relocation

REFERENCES: Available upon Request

COMPENSATION: Open to Negotiation