CHERYL DOUGLAS_______________________________  
3718 “S” Street, Vancouver, WA  98663                                           
                                  [Send email to request phone number] 07.3039

cheryldouglasdesigns@gmail.com


OBJECTIVE:
To obtain a project management position with a dynamic company where my skills
and knowledge can utilize to my full potential with mutual benefit. Optimal
position would allow me to develop productive, long term relationships. This
position would involve teamwork, self-motivation and appreciation.



SUMMARY: 
Responsible and competent individual who enjoys interacting with professionals
of varying levels.  20 years of highly organized project management with close
attention to detail. Skilled at managing priorities to facilitate timely and
effective completion /close.  Dynamic and energetic with organizing communication
skills. Ability to easily establish rapport with co-workers.



PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE:


8/1997-Present - Cheryl Douglas Interior Design – Portland, OR;
Vancouver/Seattle, WA 

Full Service Interior Designer

Achievements:
•	Coordinated Southwest Washington Model Homes; completed successfully and on
schedule. 
•	Commercial Interior Design / Feng Shui Practioner; increased business profits
by 35% in 1 year.
•	Award Winning Designs increased referral business by 25%.

Responsibilities:
•	Expand customer base by utilizing consultative sales approach.
•	Retain current customer base by providing impeccable customer service, and
being an on going resource/consultant.
•	Analyze project schedules and managing all sub-contractors, purchasing,
deliveries, and installations. Improve efficiencies and potentially reduce
costs.
•	Created window treatment for interior design projects resulting in
manufacturer awards for creative design.











4/1993 - 8/1997 – Serta / The Goldsmith Company – Washington & Oregon

Commercial Hospitality Interiors / Manufacturer Regional Manager 

Achievements:
•	Regional manufacturer sales team activities generated 1,000% in first year
increase in sales. 
•	Major Commercial Furnishings Company increased repeat business by 30%.
•	 50% gain in trade show regional client base

Responsibilities:
•	Organized regional sales team activities between several divisions of  major
manufactures. Developed business plan for region, implemented training seminars
for suppliers, designers, distributors, and trade shows.
•	Designed resort hotel interiors with the ability to be creative within a vast
assortment of tastes, lifestyles, and preferences that achieve a comfortable and
unique surrounding. 
•	Built a substantial customer base in a previously undeveloped territory.
•	Promoted contract furnishings at trade shows by my creativity and personable
approach that captured market share from competitors.


EDUCATION AND TRAINING:

Bachelors Degree / Business Administration  - Mary Manse College, Ohio
International Business / Continuing Education – Portland Oregon World Trade
Center
Study of Human Behavior – Landmark Education WA,OR,CA
Event Coordinator – Business Networking International , Portland Oregon
Master Reiki Energy Healing Work – 1997 New York
Mentor for Several Young Adults – 1995 – present




References Upon Request