Lesley Ann Shields2565 E Southern Ave Mesa, AZ 85204 (310) 897-6041 shields.lesleyann@gmail.com

EDUCATION

University of Redlands, Redlands, CAB.S. Business Administration, Minor Psychology, May 2011Cumulative GPA: 3.8

University of Edinburgh, Scotland, UK Emphasis in Quality Management and Marketing, Fall 2009Semester GPA: 3.8

WORK EXPERIENCE

Free People, Scottsdale, AZ, February 2012 - PresentStore Manager

Manage sales, payroll, & developmental goals of a $2 million/year clothing store Execute and oversee all merchandising & operational procedures Actively recruit, screen, and hire to maintain adequate staffing Train and develop a team of 15, including 4 assistant managers Analyze business reports to identify and respond to business needs Consistently exceed sales, payroll, and developmental goals to elicit internal promotions

Nordstrom, Torrance, CA, June 2011 – February 2012Assistant Department Manager

Assisted in driving 8 person team in hitting departmental sales goals. Coordinated with vendors to plan and execute bi-weekly volume driven events. Analyze data to set individual and departmental sales goals. Build and maintain relationships with customers to drive business.

Kimberly Shirk Association, Redlands, CA, Jan 2010 – May 2011Event Coordinator and Administrative Intern

Organized and assembled vendors for special events (semi-annual wedding fair, annual jazz festival, seasonal garden walks) and conduct wedding coultations.

Created newsletters and administer personalized letters/bulk mailings to association members (650 active members).

Updated and maintained organization of the internal database.

EXTRACURRICULAR INTERESTS

Exercise enthusiastHome-cooking fanaticExpert BowlerMaricopa County Animal Shelter VolunteerCabrillo Marine Aquarium Adult Docent