Marissa Sue Walling
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Passionate and driven professional with a background in spa, wellness, and corporate environments. Experienced in working a flexible schedule to meet customer demands as a licensed massage therapist. Ability to work and maintain confidential information. Proficient in assessing customer needs, solving problems, and troubleshooting. Proven success working independently and cooperatively in a team environment with enthusiasm and energy. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills with the capability to learn on the fly.
Payment Processing
Relationship Development
Problem-Solving
Technical Literacy
Leadership & Communication
Training & Development
Time Management
Teamwork/Collaboration
Detail-Oriented
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Be Still Float Studio Jacksonville, FL September 2019 – Present
Massage Therapist / Healing Consultant
Managed independent department of massage services and assisted in float facilitation services covering all areas including promotion and consulting of advanced wellness products, services, and healing utilization devices available
Identified routine booking errors causing room transitions to be ineffective, resulted in a 100% increase in customer satisfaction and better utilization of time
Trained independent contractors and employees to streamline additional business, resulted in expansion of profits and growing customer database
Designed a user-friendly system to accept payments, re-bookings, and customer information, resulting in an organized layout for less errors, easy access, and optimal accuracy
Generated repeat clients through a designed customer service protocol and added new clients through social media techniques and promotions, resulting in positive client experiences and profitable marketing return.
Body Tech Mobile Massage Jacksonville, FL February 2018 – Present
Mobile Massage Therapist
Established years of repeat business for corporate wellness events which resulted in exposure to new clientele and positive reviews
Recognized by management and peers for precise time management and professionalism in personal and corporate massage sessions which created smooth transitions throughout the day
Introduced new ideas to make sessions more effective utilizing past sales and customer support experiences which generated repeat business and increased in sales per session
Chosen as a reliable and honorable business liaison which produced consistent high-end business with networking opportunities
Acquired valuable skills including self-responsibility, time management, planning, responding, and advising
Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa Jacksonville, FL April 2019 – August 2019
Spa Massage Therapist
Performed various specialty massages including decompression therapy, Himalayan hot stone therapy, cold stone therapy, and specialized hand and foot treatments
Designed specific sessions based on client’s individual needs to promote health and wellness
Created excellent experiences for members and guest through a helpful and friendly attitude
Communicated effectively with guests and co-workers to maximize customer service & satisfaction
Massage Green Spa Jacksonville, FL September 2018 – March 2019
Spa Massage Therapist
Utilized a wide range of massage therapy techniques, attended employee training to continuously update knowledge, and guided clients through release of stress, muscle tension, and injuries
Consulted with clients to determine massage needs and special requests
Evaluated clients for return services, helpful exercise techniques, and established treatment paths
Massage Green Spa Jacksonville, FL November 2015 – February 2018
Front Desk Associate
Acted as first point of contact for arriving guests with intake forms, information updates, and basic knowledge regarding spa environment
Oversaw customer inquiries regarding appointment openings and availability of therapy to fit specific massage needs
Answered incoming calls, scheduled appointments, and directed traffic with proficiency
Prospected guests to become new members by promoting a points system & new member program
Provided exceptional customer service to guests in a friendly, professional manner
Massage Envy Jacksonville, FL May 2015 – November 2015
Front Desk Associate
Provided high-quality service to guests through answering the phone, setting appointments, greeting guests upon arrival, selling memberships, gift cards, and upselling services
Performed administrative tasks including member folder maintenance and data entry of client records and surveys
Served as a resource to clients regarding massage needs, services, and pricing information
Resolved all guest concerns and complaints and/or directed to appropriate manager
EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS
Heritage Institute Jacksonville, FL 2017
Licensed Massage Therapist
University of South Carolina Columbia, SC 2004
Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Merchandising and Retail