ADDRESS:  1720  North  Halsted  Street,  Chicago,  IL  60614  

PHONE  NUMBER:  (804)  300-­‐6057  EMAIL:  ashima.chauhan@loop.colum.edu  WEBSITE:  www.ashimachauhan.virb.com  

SUMMARY

Organized and efficient professional with experience in fashion retail sales, corporate sales, event planning and marketing. Has worked in a fast-paced retail environment, as well as corporate and non-profit organizations. Utilized excellent interpersonal and written communication skills, creating customer value and strong relationships. Advanced skills in Microsoft Suite and Apple applications, providing strategic data analysis reports. Career goals include, but are not limited to these business divisons – purchasing (buying), merchandising, sales and marketing.

WORK EXPERIENCE

Zara, Chicago, IL (March 2014 – present) Sales Associate • Demonstrate knowledge of store products and services, and use it to build sales. • Provide outstanding customer service and assist with product selection and queries, with sharp

awareness of current fashion trends. • Voted best sales associate by “mystery shopper” commissioned by corporate headquarters. • Successfully trained two (2) new hires. • Assist coordinators with merchandising solutions and set up store displays. • Review merchandise movement and inspect quality and quantity according to the standards.

Bear Necessities Pediatric Cancer Foundation, Chicago, IL (January 2014 – present) Event Planning Volunteer • Planned and promoted 2 annual fundraisers, including a golf outing and ball gala, each

generating over $80,000 in pledges with over 100 attendees. • Assist senior staff with development of effective presentations at events, helping raise

awareness about pediatric cancer and research options available. • Communicate with different organizations in and around Chicago to help sponsor and

promote our events.

Fidelity National Title, Chicago, IL (December 2013 – February 2014) Administrative Assistant • Scheduled closings, coordinated meetings and sent out confirmations to appropriate parties. • Maintained regular contact with attorneys to manage escrow accounts for clients, and make

necessary changes. • Fielded telephone calls, while receiving and directing clients and visitors. • Performed multifaceted office duties and supported staff.

First Delta Group, Buffalo Grove, IL (September 2013 – October 2013) Assistant Account Executive • Built relationships with Account Managers, Sales Managers, and executive level contacts

across all CDW verticals. • Managed internal promotional calendar and logs. • Assisted in vendor compliance management. • Coordinated vendor meetings to establish networks of constant supply of products. • Ran monthly reports, monitoring inventory supply needs.

ADDRESS:  1720  North  Halsted  Street,  Chicago,  IL  60614  

PHONE  NUMBER:  (804)  300-­‐6057  EMAIL:  ashima.chauhan@loop.colum.edu  WEBSITE:  www.ashimachauhan.virb.com  

INTERNSHIPS

Bottega Veneta, New Delhi, India (July 2011 – August 2011) Sales Intern • Organized daily sales goals, utilizing excel spreadsheets. • Developed time management and organization skills through aiding in-store promotional

events. • Influenced customer buying decisions, while effectively listening to their needs. • Merchandised items for in-store presentation. • Monitored stock levels, providing strategic opportunities based on interpreting financial data.

Zodiac Clothing Company, Chicago, IL (May 2010 – August 2010) Marketing Intern • Utilized Photoshop skills to develop creative marketing solutions. • Developed interactive advertising skills by utilizing social media. • Worked accordingly in a team to complete daily assigned tasks.

EDUCATION

Columbia College Chicago, Chicago IL (Graduated July 2013) Bachelor of Arts Concentration: Fashion Business/ Merchandising

Relevant courses: • Retail Buying • Retail Store Practicum • Selling with your Ears

• Finance • Accounting • Merchandise Management

OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Thorough knowledge of information systems, including both Windows and Apple applications. • Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word; Adobe Photoshop and Illustration. • Multicultural skills: Fluent in English and Hindi.