Sales Manager

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September 06, 2010

COLLEEN HOPKINS

Dana Point, CA 92629

949-***-**** ~ ***********@***.***

Fashion Industry Professional

Dynamic, creative person with over 15 years of successful executive level

retail experience. Profit driven with a contagious enthusiasm for

products, designers and lines represented. Built customer rapport easily

and quickly. Strong emphasis on detail, product knowledge, client

preferences and best-in-class service.

Areas of expertise and experience include:

. Women's Apparel Buyer

. Store Owner

. Merchandising Manager

. Special Events Coordinator

. Fashion and Public Relations Director

Professional Highlights

SHADES OF RED 1997 - Present

. Store owner of upscale boutique in the Newport Beach community. In an

1100 sq. ft. We achieved sales of over $750,000 per year for a ten-year

period. Special events were key, in promoting at least 30% of the

business.

. Opened store in Monarch Beach Plaza in Dana Point, CA. in January 2009.

Though challenging in the current economic climate, we dedicated

ourselves to building sales in this new location.

RED HAUTE COUTURE 1992 - 1996

. Partner in a designer apparel store in Fashion Island, Newport Beach. I

developed a loyal clientele. Purchased merchandise with specific clients

in mind and upgraded sales to $1,200,000.

ELLESSE 1987 - 1991

. Buyer and Sales Manager of a European clothing company for men and women

based in Newport Beach. Traveled to Europe four times a year on buying

excursions for unusual trendsetting merchandise.

NEIMAN MARCUS 1983 - 1986

Fashion / Public Relations Director in Newport Beach, CA. Coordinated

many major charity and fashion events for a three-year period. Worked with

many fabulous clients with whom I have remained in touch, both

professionally and personally.