SA MAN THA GRA LA 765 Crest Drive | Cary, IL 60013 | (847)804-2442 | samantha.grala@loop.colum.edu
OBJECTIVE To obtain a full time position in management within the fashion industry with a strong company that will benefit from my organization and communication skills.
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS ▪Computer Experience ◦Microsoft Office and Social Media: Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn ▪Personal Skills ◦Excellent verbal and written communication skills ◦Self motivator and hard worker ◦Works well and builds relationships with client’s ◦Attentive to detail and organization standards ◦Able to prioritize tasks successfully
EDUCATION Columbia College Chicago
Chicago, IL Bachelor of Arts in Fashion Business Minor in Public Relations May 2013 ▪Coursework Includes: ◦ Retail Management, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Finance and Accounting, and Consumer Behaviors ◦3.8/4.0 GPA ▪Graduating with honors ▪Achieved Dean’s List each year ▪Received the “Scholarship Columbia” award for Fall 2012 and Spring 2013 and the “David Rubin” Scholarship in 2011-2012
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Victoria’s Secret
June 2010-Present Lake in the Hills, IL Sales Associate ▪ Provide outstanding customer service by building a friendly atmosphere for customers ▪ Create lasting relationships with customers and demonstrate assistance in styling wardrobes while influencing sales ▪ Maintain a strong knowledge for all the products by participating in team meetings and special ized trainings ▪ Contribute to floor sets, design displays, and assist merchandise flow with team members
Kohl’s
May 2012-August 2012 Arlington Heights, IL Executive Manager Intern ▪ Expanded executive development through business acumen training ▪ Completed a variety of computer based programs to further develop effective and successful marketing and management skills ▪ Demonstrated knowledge in Microsoft Office programs ▪ Gained excellent public speaking and writing skills ▪ Managed daily cash office tasks, balanced store safe, and trusted to handle bank deposits ▪ Interacted and worked closely with store manager and distr ict manager ▪ Oversaw and led 114 part-time sales associates