ZEENAT SHEIKH

Norwalk, CT ***** • 845-***-**** • ad2azh@r.postjobfree.com • linkedin.com/in/zeenat-sheikh-b20075b7/

~EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REGIONAL SALES MANAGER ACCOUNTS SALES DISTRICT MANAGER~ Driving Sales Growth and Market Expansion by Strategically Leading Organizations to Excellence Seasoned, dedicated, and resilient executive, offering 18+ years of immeasurable success in B2B, account sales, territory management, customer relations, and strategic business development in diverse industries. Subject matter expert, with stellar reputation in developing innovative product roadmaps, expanding market segments, as well as driving multi-million revenue growth. Passionate leader, recognized for keen attention to detail and multitasking capabilities in a competitive, stressful, and fast-paced environment with dedication to providing superior service and completing complex projects and priorities. Strategic digital marketer, powered with extensive experience in selling and promoting business and optimizing social media platforms. Multilingual in English, Urdu, Punjabi, and Spanish, skilled in nurturing long-lasting relationships with individuals of diverse cultures and organizational backgrounds by addressing diverse needs and requirements. Key Competencies:

– Lead Generation and Prospecting: Demonstrated ability to effectively generate and prospect new leads, contributing to the development of a substantial book of business.

– Targeting Decision-Makers: Proficient in targeting and engaging partners and C-suite decision-makers within alternative investments, utilizing a strategic approach through email, LinkedIn, and cold-calling.

– Organizational Excellence: Maintains a meticulous record of sales activities and pipeline management, ensuring efficiency and strategic planning.

– Key Performance Metrics Analysis: Consistently achieves and exceeds Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to meet both short-term objectives and contribute to long-term career success.

– Client Engagement: Willingness to travel nationwide to destination cities, representing the company and delivering exceptional products and services to new and existing clients.

– Marketing Acumen: Experience in launching strategic marketing email campaigns leading to solid bottom line results.

– Goal Achievement: Proven track record of accomplishing ambitious goals, whether in professional career milestones or personal achievements.

– Positive Attitude: Approaches challenges with a positive, can-do attitude, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.

Professional Experience and Impact

L’ZUR SKINCARE Norwalk, CT (e-commerce)

Business Owner / Founder / Manager Dec 2021 – Present Direct and coordinate day-to-day operational aspects of an e-commerce business with an aim to donate certain percentage to the Voice of L’zur. Deliver superior customer service by providing responsive support, addressing product and service inquiries, and boosting the product portfolio’s reliability.

Skyrocketed sales by developing and executing dynamic marketing campaigns for a diverse range of beauty essentials, encompassing cleansers, moisturizers, sunscreens, toners, eye creams, and essential oils.

Yielded positive results by closely monitoring the end-to-end process of product formulation, manufacturing, and distribution.

Enhanced existing product lines and continuously innovated new offerings by conducting comprehensive industry research and analysis to track trends and collect vital data.

Created L’zur Skincare with a wealth of experience in skincare and esthetics, utilizing exclusively natural, non-toxic, organic ingredients.

Achieved consistent sales growth on Amazon by leading end-to-end processes, from formulation to distribution, while performing through targeted campaigns and client-focused promotions.

Committed to relentless product enhancement for optimal customer satisfaction.

Presided over all aspects of B2B activities, including acquiring clients, securing leads, cultivating new prospects, and converting them into valuable leads, all within the context of LZur Skincare. ZEENAT SHEIKH Page 2

VOICES OF L’ZUR Norwalk, CT (Nonprofit 501C)

CEO Dec 2021 – Present

Render assistance to women from third-world countries and US by providing opportunities for personal growth and a brighter future for them and their children. Craft a compelling mission and vision, form a proficient board of directors, create strategic plans, secure funding, manage financial resources. orchestrate programs, and drive continuous improvement.

Successfully founded a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering women worldwide, including those who have suffered physical and mental abuse.

Generated crucial funds for nonprofit's mission through hosting events and organizing successful silent auctions. ANDREW STEFANOU SALON & SPA Darien, CT

Spa Director/ Retail Manager Jan 2014 – Jan 2022

Provided expert oversight on all aspects of product selections, inventory, and promotion of makeup, skincare, and haircare items. Steered all initiatives to maintain existing customers, attract new customers, and increase sales volume and profitability. Offered a wide range of makeup, skincare, and hair services, specializing in microblading, eyelash, and hair extensions, as well as a variety of facial procedures tailored to individual skin types. Capitalized on industry’s expertise in performing thorough skin analysis to assess clients' skincare needs and subsequently provide personalized product recommendations and treatment options.

Maximized staff performance by facilitating regular training and knowledge-sharing sessions in collaboration with esteemed brand ambassadors such as SkinCeuticals, Fresh, and Dermalogica.

Achieved target sales goals by launching new products and orchestrating periodic sales events in partnership with the Sales Team.

Improved product offerings by maintaining open communication between clients, upper management, and vendors while channeling valuable client feedback and insights.

ADAMIS GROUP SHISEIDO NY, NJ, CT

Sales Director Sales Coordinator Manager Jan 2009 – Jan 2021 Oversaw a designated district to achieve sales and profit objectives while maintaining exceptional customer service. Led, trained, and motivated high-caliber team of sales associates, beauty advisors, and counter managers to ensure the attainment of sales targets and brand representation standards. Fostered positive working relationships with multiple luxury skincare, fragrance, and cosmetic brands, such as Laura Mercier, NARS, and Phyto haircare clean reserve clean beauty collective.

Demonstrated five years of expertise at Admis Group, specializing in effective sales strategies tailored for discerning high- end retailers, highlighting adeptness in this specialized market segment.

Drove product sales, enhanced brand visibility, and surpassed sales goals by launching district-level sales strategies and promotional plans.

Guaranteed that merchandise is appropriately stocked and displayed in compliance with brand guidelines by monitoring inventory levels.

Increased foot traffic and secured new accounts by orchestrating innovative district-wide promotional events.

Optimized team members’ performance by equipping them with essential skills and resources for success, while promoting team accountability and boosting retention.

Earned a reputation for precision and attention to detail when performing microblading procedures, delivering natural and symmetrical eyebrow enhancements.

Commended for enhancing clients' natural beauty while catering to their unique preferences and special occasions.

Leveraged customer satisfaction and loyalty by demonstrating exceptional skills in makeup application.

Achieved multiple sales performance awards and bonuses for meeting goals and filling quotas. LORD & TAYLOR Stamford, CT

Retail Manager Jan 2005 – Jan 2007

Education & Credentials

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION University of Connecticut, School of Business – Storrs, CT: 2008 COSMETOLOGY LICENSE Vanity Studio, School of Cosmetology – Stamford, CT: 2011 Certified Sales Professional Certificate (CSP)

Sales Management Certificate SIOR

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