Mercer's FabricSmall Business Owner & Store Manager
Mar. 2015 - Jul. 2017Boston, Massachusetts, United StatesI built and launched a local fabric business from the ground-up upon purchasing a previous fabric merchant's entire inventory consisting of $50K in product. Key responsibilities/accomplishments include: -Oversaw all store operations, including inventory management, budgets, staff hiring, purchasing orders, etc.; devised strategic marketing initiatives to establish a brand presence and drive sales both in-store and online
-Designed a comprehensive store concept and layout using floorplan product merchandising and window display strategies to attract customers inside the store
-Fostered and maintained key partnerships with vendors to source materials; negotiated buying terms and priced out new inventory based on sales data, market research, and product forecasting -Facilitated an interactive sewing lesson program with classes of 4-6 people of varying skill levels and ages; launched a youth sewing camp to increase community engagement