Tara Leggero

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LinkedIn• Chicago, IL 60606, Miami, FL 33139

Aesthetic Device Sales

Customer-focused and performance-driven professional with 10+ years of experience executing and developing full spectrum of aesthetic industry in compliance with health and safety standards.

Certified laser technician; skilled at assessing customer needs and providing laser and aesthetic treatments. Adept at overseeing clients’ progress, introducing skincare products, implementing pricing strategies, and controlling marketing expenditure. Possess valuable aesthetic sales insights, keen awareness of trends, and effective team approach. Refined communicator; excel at strengthening professional relationships with key stakeholders at all levels.

Aesthetic Core Proficiencies

Expertise:

Acne & Surgical Scar Treatment, Micro-needing + PRP (Dermapen, Eclipse Pen, SkinPen), HydraFacial, Superficial/Medium Depth Chemical Peels, Isolaz, Vascular Treatments (Cutera), Laser Tattoo Removal, Laser Hair Removal (Cutera/Lumenis/Candela with cutera and lumenis), Clear+Brilliant, Dermaplaning, Customized Facials, Ablative/Non Ablative Laser Treatments, Photofacials, Chemical Peels

Areas of Expertise

• Brand Marketing & Development

• Relationship Building & Networking

• Market & Industry Trend Research

• Sales Promotion & Initiatives

• Revenue & Lead Generation

• Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Social Media Content Creation

• Client Satisfaction & Retention

• Aesthetic Sales Optimization

Accomplishments

• Established aesthetic department within dermatology office.

• Top sales performer in 2018 and 2019 and trained newly hired employees.

• Led aesthetic department in plastic+reconstructive surgery in Chicagos top hospital.

• Introduced several skincare lines, created treatment protocols, responsible for interviewing new aesthetician candidates.

• Executed multiple laser and light treatments utilizing various modalities including Sciton BBL, Halo, and TRL. SkinPen micro-needling with PRP, superficial and medium depth Chemical Peels (VI Peels, PCASkin), Laser Hair Removal (755nm, Nd:YAG), Dermaplaning, Hydrafacials, and various custom skin treatments.

• Increased 40% practice revenue in Northwestern Medicine by initiating several medical grade skincare lines, such as Neocutis, Alastin, SkinBetter, PCASkin, and SkinCeuticals.

Career Experience

Northwestern Medicine, Plastic Surgery Dept., Chicago, IL 2020 – Present

Master Aesthetician

Provide aesthetic treatments and maintain treatment records in accordance with company policy. Lead patients through treatment process, involving explaining risks/benefits, and addressing concerns about proposed plans.

• Satisfied clientele by providing exceptional services within budgetary and time constraints.

• Promoted brand awareness and improved marketing through social media and word of mouth.

• Collaborated with plastic and reconstructive surgery team to develop comprehensive treatment plans for each patient.

• Addressed queries and recommended treatments for patients seeking wide ranges of non-surgical aesthetic services.

• Implemented laser hair removal treatment plans for transgender and non-binary patients in the Gender Pathways program.

• Generated 40% practice revenue by initiating several medical grade skincare lines, such as Neocutis, Alastin, SkinBetter, PCASkin, and SkinCeuticals,

Spaderma, Chicago, IL 2015 – 2020

Lead Medical Aesthetician & Educator

Consulted with clients to determine individual needs, educate them on treatment options, and suggested services, including micro-needling, chemical peels, IPL, and laser resurfacing. Developed customized treatment plans. Monitored each session and progress until attaining desired outcomes.

• Exceeded individual sales goals, resulting in being promoted to a senior level position.

• Trained new employees and educating peers on treatment protocols.

• Increased 65% average monthly sales of retail products and secured $250K+ in service sales annually.

• Developed appealing content and engaging potential and existing clients through various social media channels.

North Shore Dermatology, Lake Forest, IL 2014 – 2015

Medical Aesthetician

Performed various services, including Coolsculpting, Ultherapy, laser treatments, and chemical peels while assisting physicians with other dermatological procedures.

• Consulted clients to determine needs and present the features and benefits of various add-on services and products.

• Possess in-depth knowledge of various dermatologic and aesthetic treatments which became the foundation for my career as a medical aesthetician.

Spaspace, Chicago, IL 2007 – 2015

Aesthetician

Managed inventory and ordered products and equipment for the spa. Consulted clients to identify individual needs and address concerns before performing various services, including custom facials, dermaplaning, and chemical peels.

• Grew client base quickly by providing exceptional service to generate repeat and referral business.

• Reduced operational costs by eliminating waste and ordering stock based on customer demand.

Education

Certified Laser Technician, National Laser Institute, Chicago, IL, 2015

Certifications

Halo, BBL, TRL, Laser Hair Removal, Sciton, 2021

Laser Hair Removal, Pigmented Skin Lesions, Vascular Lesion, Candela, 2020

Progen PRP, SkinPen, 2020

Medium Depth Chemical Peel, Body Chemical Peel, VI Peel, 2020

Clear + Brilliant, Permea, Solta Medical 2019

Laser Tattoo Removan, Cutera, 2019

Laser Hair Removal, IPL, Laser Genesis, Vascular lesions, Cutera, 2015

Hydrafacial, 2017

Skinpen, Bellus Medical 2016

Laser Hair Removal, Lumenis, 2015

Cool Sculpting, Zeltiq, 2014

Licenses

Florida Licensed Esthetician, 2022 – Present

Illinois Licensed Esthetician, 2003 – Present

Professional Affiliation

Hair Professionals Academy of Cosmetology, West Dundee, IL

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