Executive Assistant Interior Design

Elsa Buser

SUMMARY

Self-motivated, hard working professional with a broad spectrum of experience in interior design, project development, sales management and marketing. Outgoing, charismatic professional with over 20 years of skilled experience. EXPERIENCE

Import Executive / Executive Assistant Ӏ lCTC USA; Franktown, CO Ӏ June 2017-present Responsible for overseeing the import operations of the company. This includes managing shipments, coordinating with customs authorities and ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate. Manage professional and personal scheduling for CEO including agendas, email, phone calls, client management, and other company logistics. Provide administrative and office support, including typing, dictation, spreadsheet creation, and maintenance of filing system and contacts database. Also responsible for internal communications and event planning.

Marketing/Sales Executive Ӏ Old World Heirlooms; Franktown, CO Ӏ August 2010-2023 Identified marketing opportunities by understanding consumer requirements. Improved product marketability and profitability by researching, identifying, and capitalizing on market opportunities. Sustains rapport with key accounts. Responsible for sales, showroom and website design, accounting and inventory maintenance.

Executive Sales Manager Ӏ Image Candy; Franktown, CO Ӏ August 2010-2013 Direct sales and marketing activities including lead generation, business development, strategic market planning, key account management, data entry, budgeting, accounting, and graphic design. Planned and illustrated concepts by design rough layouts of art and copy regarding arrangement, size style and related aesthetics. Coordinated marketing in the design cope phase through completion of project. Responsible for outside sales of products and services in person and through face-to-face meetings. Interior Design Project Manager Ӏ LBA Interiors; Englewood, CO Ӏ Dec 2004-July 2008 Proactive leadership skills for project development and management. Coordinated and oversaw project life cycle and managed projects from conception through construction and completion. Developed construction plans, designed specifications and developed purchase justifications for materials where necessary. Reviewed proposals and assisted in evaluation and selection of contractors. Coordinated all work of project.

Interior Designer Ӏ Semple Brown Design.; Denver, CO Ӏ 2004-2008 Began as an Intern and advanced to a full time Interior Designer. Responsible for scheduling vendor meetings and product education. Met with clients throughout projects. Managed employees, budgets, and client relationships while designing spaces that are attractive, functional, and met building and safety codes. Assisted architects and interior designers in design production and presentation. Created indoor functional, safe and beautiful spaces by determining space requirements and selecting essential and decorative items, such as colors, lighting and materials. Created Auto CAD drawings and reviewed blueprints, building codes and inspection requirements. SKILLS

● Organized and resourceful, dependable and efficient professional

● Attention to detail; responsible and innovative on project needs

● Excellent personal communication and presentation skills

● Creative personality with excellent communication, customer service and management skills

● Excellent knowledge of business principles and practices

● Friendly and energetic with a professional attitude and conduct

● Software Knowledge: Adobe Photoshop. Pages, Numbers; and Microsoft Office & Apple: Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Publisher; Notes and Pages. Knowledge of Auto CAD and other Design Software EDUCATION

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Interior Design Ӏ Arapahoe Community College n Littleton, CO Graduated May 2006 Ӏ National Honor Society Phi Theta Kappa Ӏ GPA: 3.9

PROFESSIONAL

American Academy Parent Teacher Association Vice President of Fall Fundraising; 2022 -2023; Raised $75,000 School Wide for Fall Fundraiser Ӏ Vice President of Membership for IIDA RMC 2008-2009 Ӏ Design After Dark 2007 Ӏ We Care Charity 2006 - 2008