Louise Andrews
Baltimore
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with strong communication and interpersonal skills. Proven experience in sales and organizational management, driving business development and ensuring successful project completion. Expertise leveraged to deliver impactful results for clients.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Weezie Andrews, Spatial Design & Custom Cabinetry
Baltimore
08.2017 - Current
- Designed custom cabinetry solutions based on client specifications.
- Collaborated with clients to develop unique spatial design concepts.
- Oversaw project execution, phase progress, workmanship, and team performance to drive on-time completion of deliverables.
- Conducted quality control for completed projects to guarantee client satisfaction.
- Managed materials inventory to support seamless project execution.
- Conducted site assessments to evaluate space utilization and identify design opportunities.
- Fostered client relationships through attentive and responsive customer service.
- Implemented budgeting and financial management practices for project oversight.
Outside Sales Representative
Southwind Apparel
Stevensville
01.2017 - 08.2019
- Took a fledging wholesale division of established retail clothing line from $500K annually to $1.7M annually in 1.5 years.
- Presented product lines to potential clients, effectively showcasing features and benefits.
- Cultivated strong client relationships, identifying apparel needs to enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
- Managed client accounts with timely follow-ups, ensuring high levels of responsiveness and client retention.
- Executed post-sale follow-ups to secure customer satisfaction and address any issues promptly.
- Responded promptly to inquiries via phone or email, maintaining high service standards.
- Conducted market research to uncover new sales opportunities in the region.
- Collaborated with design teams to align offerings with customer preferences.
- Attended trade shows to showcase Southwind Apparel's latest collections.
Outside Sale Representative
Portraits South & J. Daniel Portraiture
Raleigh
03.2006 - 12.2016
- Negotiated prices and established contracts to finalize sales agreements.
- Demonstrated products to potential clients, addressing inquiries to facilitate sales closures.
- Cultivated client relationships to identify and fulfill portrait needs.
- Conducted follow-up calls, enhancing customer engagement and loyalty.
- Educated customers on product features, emphasizing key benefits.
- Developed marketing strategies that enhanced brand visibility in community.
- Maintained communication with leadership to align on business development initiatives.
- Gathered competitive data on products, pricing, and sales techniques.
Manager
Pocahontas Foods Graphic Design Department
Richmond
03.1999 - 03.2000
- Managed project timelines and resources to deliver design projects on schedule.
- Oversaw budget management for graphic design projects to maintain cost-effectiveness.
- Monitored staff performance, addressing issues to maintain high-quality service.
- Led design team to create innovative visual concepts for diverse clients.
- Collaborated with marketing team to align branding strategies with design initiatives.
- Reviewed and approved final designs to ensure alignment with client expectations during presentations.
- Developed and implemented design standards to ensure consistency across all projects.
- Coordinated client meetings to gather requirements and provide project updates.
Manager & Show Coordinator
Bizarre Bazaar Gift Shows
Richmond
08.1997 - 03.1999
- Supervised daily operations for diverse gift shows across multiple locations.
- Coordinated logistics and vendor relations to ensure seamless event execution.
- Managed staff scheduling and training to optimize team performance.
- Developed promotional strategies, increasing visitor engagement at events.
- Led team meetings and coaching sessions to foster continuous performance improvement.
- Implemented customer feedback systems to elevate service quality at shows.
- Analyzed customer feedback data to formulate action plans for service enhancements.
- Maintained records of attendance and compiled post-show reports outlining successes and challenges.
Account Executive, Advertising
The Martin Agency & Siddall Matus & Coughter
Richmond
06.1993 - 08.1997
- Prepared and presented proposals that effectively showcased agency capabilities to potential clients, influencing decision-making.
- Developed targeted campaigns based on customer data analysis to boost loyalty and retention rates.
- Collaborated with creative teams to design compelling marketing campaigns that engaged clients.
- Cultivated relationships with key decision makers through regular visits and follow-up calls, enhancing client engagement.
- Managed project timelines and deliverables to ensure high client satisfaction.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to enhance collaboration and streamline project execution.
- Created marketing materials, including brochures and presentations, to showcase products and support client acquisition efforts.
- Trained junior staff on account management processes and best practices for improved efficiency.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC05-1992
Skills
- Sales expertise
- Business development
- Client engagement
- Project management
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Organizational skills
- Communication and interpersonal skills
- Verbal and written communication
- Spatial design
Timeline
Owner
Weezie Andrews, Spatial Design & Custom Cabinetry
08.2017 - Current
Outside Sales Representative
Southwind Apparel
01.2017 - 08.2019
Outside Sale Representative
Portraits South & J. Daniel Portraiture
03.2006 - 12.2016
Manager
Pocahontas Foods Graphic Design Department
03.1999 - 03.2000
Manager & Show Coordinator
Bizarre Bazaar Gift Shows
08.1997 - 03.1999
Account Executive, Advertising
The Martin Agency & Siddall Matus & Coughter
06.1993 - 08.1997
Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of North Carolina At Chapel Hill