Resume
Work
Experience
2011 - Present
Design / Project and Sales Manager
Brookside Lumber, Inc. - Bethel Park, Pa
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Managed multi-million dollar sales team for a kitchen and bath showroom.
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Achieved 6 consecutive years of top sales performance, with over 1.5 million dollars in revenue.
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Established and maintained accounts with manufacturer representatives, clients, and tradespeople for residential and commercial building/remodeling.
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Prepared construction documents using 2020 Design Software.
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Managed 30 + design projects simultaneously.
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Mentored team member relationships to ensure a solid, high performing group of designers/sales professionals.
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Conducted monthly team meetings to review sales and discuss upcoming projects.
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Executed showroom resets by managing the selection and space planning of displays.
2009 - 2011
Adjunct Faculty
The Art Institutes - Pittsburgh, Pa
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Primary instructor of online kitchen and bath design courses.
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Responsible for grading and providing feedback on design projects.
2008 - 2011
Subject Matter Expert
The Art Institutes - Pittsburgh, Pa
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Lead curriculum developer for online associates degree program in kitchen and bath design.
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Worked with a team of design industry professionals, educators, and software engineers to create a user friendly, engaging program for students.
2005 - 2010
Kitchen and Bath Designer
The Home Depot - Pittsburgh, Pa
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Developed space planning concepts, color palette selections.
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Developed key client relationships, providing design solutions that met needs and budgets without compromising quality or design intent.
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Interfaced effectively with contractors and vendors to resolve issues and discuss ideas.
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Specified appropriate products and materials to meet project objectives and design scheme.
Education
2007 - 2008
M.S. Interior Architecture
Chatham University
Concentration in education and sustainability.
2002 - 2005
B.S. Interior Design
Indiana University of Pennsylvania
Minor in Art History.
Skills
& Expertise
Organizations
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2020 Design Software
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G Suite
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Microsoft 365
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SketchUp
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NKBA member since 2011