Melissa Anthony

Experienced Visual Merchandiser

Melissa E. Anthony

(214) 908-2379

3013 Live Oak Dr

Rowlett, TX 75088

melissa.anthony88@ymail.com                                                                                                                                                    

MISSION: To provide each employer with more successes and accomplishments than were present upon my arrival. To be truly successful is to advance in every opportunity, leaving behind a stronger milieu for having been present and influential.

As a leader, setting the example of diligence and ardent work ethic has been an essential component in my success. Impartiality and kindness motivate my actions and foster a healthy team environment. The personal trend of initiating the path toward success has attributed to the development and growth of my employers.

Bachelor of Arts in Sociology

 University of North Texas-- Denton, Texas                                         August 2008 to December 2011

Alwaysm --Dallas, Texas

Founder                                                                                                                  May 2013 to Present

• Uses social media, HTML code, SEO, Google Analytics and Google AdWords to track trends in traffic, reach target audience, and expand personal brand
• Operates official website to market personal fashion styling services

TCD Consulting, Inc.--Dallas, Texas

Senior Account Manager, Junior Account Manager                                          July 2016 to September 2016

• Initiates sales process by building relationships and pursuing prospect customers
• Acquires sale by explaining product, overcoming objections, and closing sale
• Maintains personal network within the industry to ensure personal growth
• Updates job knowledge by participating in professional reading and publications

White House Black Market--Dallas, Texas

Sales Lead, Visual Store Manager                                                                  May 2015 to September 2015

• Established connections as a personal stylist to maximize store revenue
• Reviewed time sheets and other payroll documentation for accuracy

Stein Mart --Dallas, Texas 

Merchandising Manager, Boutique Lead, Sales Associate                                          June 2012 to May 2015  

• Merchandised all of the Ladies’ departments according to Stein Mart standards
• Hired and developed Merchandising Leads and Service Associates

Hobby Lobby-- Denton and Rockwall, Texas                          

Customer Service Manager, Craft Department Manager                                 November 2011 to March 2012 

• Managed all customer complaints, issues, and concerns. Responsible for entire front of the store, placed orders                                                            
• Supervised cashiers, approved refunds, reconciled cash drawers, trained new hires