Kelly J.

Experience

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  Aerotek

  Sept 2011 - Jan 2012

  Independent Contractor, Kohl's Corporate

  - Analyze store-specific floorplans for new brand launch- Execute merchandise sets for Strikepoint walks with Misses Contemporary- Utilize JDA software to create planograms, floorplans and POG shells

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  Kohl's

  Jan 2012 - Sept 2017

  - Develop merchandising strategies in partnership with Merchant Teams- Concept product layouts within fixture dimensions and floorplan allocations- Present innovative concepts and supporting analytics to senior leadership- Launch capital projects and adhere to annual budget and deadlines- Initiate cross-functional teamwork to implement strategies and achieve results - Facilitate rollout of new, innovative Beauty environment - Lead in-store installation in pilot stores to review and refine process for future rollouts- Integrate vendor expectations and merchant goals to align with Kohl’s presentation standards- Audit AutoCAD fixture drawings for product placement and dimensional accuracy- Coordinate associate experience at national Beauty Expo training event - Build and Publish Communications to all Kohl’s stores and multi-store leadership- Produce high-quality work in a fast-paced environment- Review and audit verbiage and visual content for clarity and accuracy- Propose efficiencies and enhancements for future communication- Build Strong Partnerships with cross-functional teams- Manage online, store-facing content in a timely manner- Process development for interactive communication project

  • Retail Space Planner, Kids Team

    Aug 2015 - Sept 2017

  • Retail Space Planner, Beauty Team

    Sept 2013 - Aug 2015

  • Retail Space Planning, Communications Team

    Jan 2012 - Sept 2013
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  EYP

  Feb 2018 - Jun 2020

  - Worked across multiple sectors: Healthcare, Government, Higher Education, Workplace- Experienced with sustainable design practice, new build construction and shell upfit project types- Managed multiple, complex projects to meet budget, scheduling, scope, and quality objectives- Maintained quality client and consultant relationships to drive project success- Directed and reviewed work of junior staff members and mentored emerging professionals- Collaborated on project pursuits, advanced planning, master planning, and feasibility studies- Influenced project design decisions in a collaborative environment to provide excellence for the client- Created renderings, experiential videos, and diagrams for concepting and schematic design- Researched and analyzed local, state, and federal codes to ensure project compliance- Coordinated designs with MEP, Structural, Civil, Landscape, AV/IT, and specialty consultants- Organized and detailed final CDs, reviewed specifications, and assisted in value engineering process- Participated in all aspects of construction administration including office and site tasks- Served as NC Culture Champion to organize local team events and facilitate firm-wide connections Show less

  • Architect

    May 2020 - Jun 2020

  • Architectural Designer

    Feb 2018 - May 2020
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  310 Architecture + Interiors

  Oct 2020 - Sept 2023

  Architect
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  Flad Architects

  Sept 2023 - now

  Architect