Carmen Gray
Retail Sales Associate
Experience
Fred Slatten Footwear, West Hollywood, CA
As a sales associate sold fantasy footwear for Fred Slaten, a celebrity shoe
designer. He made everything from towering platform shoes to footwear
made of rhinestones, and peacock feathers. His designs attracted numerous
celebrities such as Marvin Gaye, Elton John, Diana Ross, Cher and Liberace.
1992 - 2002
Hair Stylist/Image Consultant/Boutique Owner, Pasadena, CA
As the owner of a salon, was a hair stylist/color specialist and image
consultant for both men and women. also had a boutique within my salon
where sold high end clothing and accessories.
2002 - 2006
Salvatore Farragamo
The Forum Shops at Caesars Palace, Las Vegas, NV
As a sales associate sold high end luxury Italian footwear, clothing, bags, and
accessories for both men and women.
2007 - 2015
Forte Salon, South Pasadena, CA
As a color specialist in the haircare industry, met so many beautiful women
whose hair had become damaged by improper coloring and haircare. As a
skilled color specialist and instructor, was passionate about the use of safe
products that protected my client’s hair and skin during the coloring process
thus restoring their hair back to its healthy state.
2016 - 2020
Career Break
used this time to develop myself both professionally and personally. As a
certified personal trainer motivated countless people to live healthier lifestyles.
2020 - 2021
Brand Ambassador, Los Angeles, CA and Las Vegas, NV
2022 - Present
Brand Ambassador, Atlanta, GA
As a distinguished brand ambassador, promote brands and products to
increase its awareness and help drive sales. interact with customers, listen
to their feedback, and develop new ways to market their products.
Skills
1am bilingual speaking both English and German fluently. have extensive
sales and management experience. have purchased inventory and designed
merchandise displays. provide outstanding customer service. am an image
consultant capable of designing outfits and wardrobes to maximize my client's
image. am also a board certified laser technician and trained in CPR.
My objective is to obtain a position in
the retail industry as a sales associate
where can use my 35 years of
experience in the field of high end
retail sales. As a former image
consultant and boutique owner am
seasoned in the art of retail sales.
am a self-starter and team player and
if given the opportunity, believe
would be an asset to any company.
Education
Pasadena City College
Pasadena, CA
Art History Major
Wilford Beauty Academy
Hollywood, CA
Cosmetology Certification and License
Awards and
Acknowledgements
« 2007-2009
ART TV —- Nominated Artist
of the Year
« 2007
Las Vegas Luxury Magazine
Featured in “Who's Who in
Home Design.”
« 2008
Listed in Guild Source of
Residential Art
* 2007-2009
Art Exhibits in the Berry
Gallery, Las Vegas, and XEN
in Irvine, CA
Hobbies
Reading
Circuit Training
‘Swimming
Hiking
Bicycling
Health Awareness
Inspiring People
Art Creativity
Contact
Carmen Gray
Cell: 626-***-****
Email: **************@*****.***