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CHERYL L. FREEMAN

***** *** ***** ***, ******* Viejo, CA 92691 adroup@r.postjobfree.com Extremely diversified professional with an emphasis on interior design, showroom sales and event coordination. Seeking creative and fulfilling position with a reputable establishment. Excel in customer service and rapport building with clientele. Sales, marketing and upselling are a forte. Increased sales and great reviews. Excellent communications and management skills. Handles tasks with accuracy and efficiency. Problem solver and team player with a great attitude. Effectively oversees all work from concept to completion. Willing to travel. Creative and thorough consultations New homes, remodels and commercial Excellent interaction and presentations Concept to completion of projects Extremely resourceful and prompt Microsoft Office intermediate Impressive bidding and estimating Savvy product knowledge and research Excellent persuasive sales techniques Drawing, renderings and sketches Interior Designer 07/2007 to Current

Design Concepts West – Mission Viejo, CA

Commercial and residential design. Sales and marketing. Creating aesthetically pleasing spaces. Accentuates personal touch. Collaborates with all involved in each project. Great and timely installations to insure profits, repeat business and referrals. Customer consultations, presentations, budgets, and turnkey involvement. Advise client on important factors such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings or equipment. Select, design, and purchase furnishings, draperies, tile, carpet, lighting, artwork accessories, etc.

Advise client on interior design factors such as space planning, layout and utilization of furnishings or equipment, textures and color palettes. Coordinate with other professionals, such as contractors, architects, engineers, and plumbers. Experience includes model homes, hotels and casinos, numerous residences, restaurants, sales offices, medical offices, an airline catering facility over course of career. Donation of time to non profits as well.

Guest Services and Concierge (Temp) 02/2018 to 06/2018 Laguna Shores Resort, Nelson Staffing – Laguna Beach, CA Run front office for lovely historical time share property, in conjunction with corporation. Education

Additional Information

Microsoft Word. Manage and maintain database, opening and closing duties as well as audits. Making reservations and helping long term clientele plan their vacations. Coordinated meetings and special events for staff and clientele. Provided and planned exceptional functions. Concierge service, hosted activities, assisted with and executed special events. Event Coordinator & Sales 08/2011 to 05/2016

CF Events ~ Self – Lake Forest, CA

Consult with and present options for customers to determine objectives and requirements for various events. Determine budget, execute and oversee event through final completion and clean up.

Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation of catering and menus, hotel stays, décor and florals, transportation for participants, venues and facilities, music, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing, event security, etc. Sep 1983

Associate of Arts: Interior Design & Merchandising, Cum Laude, Experience far exceeds degree. FIDM/Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising - Los Angeles, CA Extensive Fundraising ~ Raised over 130,000 for schools and teachers to assist in paying salaries and supplies. Also did for Amazing Kids, Breast Cancer Solutions, the SIDS Foundation and Pop Warner Football & Cheer programs. Marketed and developed relationships with businesses for donations with 80% yes rate. Advertised for businesses who assisted us. Planned silent auctions, events and games.

Awards ~ 17 Awards, Platinum Award, VOC for Sales and Lead Generation ~ Home Depot Other ~ Cash handling, catering, restaurant server, floral design, custom gift baskets and ensembles, photography, working with the elderly, teaches crafts.