Experience

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  Arrowine, inc.

  Aug 1989 - Jun 1997

  Chief operating officer

  • As managing partner of this 5,000 s.f. retail wine and specialty food store with gross annual sales of almost $3 million, I conceptually developed the store and was responsible for all aspects of its management: day-to-day operations, hiring/firing, purchasing, finances, inventory control, payroll, event planning, marketing and advertising.• Conceptually developed and supervised operations of 5,000 square foot retail wine and specialty food store. Purchased merchandise, oversaw finances, managed staff, developed customer base and expanded business through marketing, advertising and promotions. Advised clients, wrote monthly newsletter, organized events including 12-week educational wine series. Designed layout and supervised build-out of store expansion.• Named *One of the Top Ten Retailers in the U.S. for 1995* by Market Watch, and industry magazine. Arrowine was repeatedly voted *Best Wine Store* in local publication surveys. Show less

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  Wide world of wine

  Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  Wine consultant/buyer

  Purchased wine, wrote newsletter, assisted clients, organized events, designed organizational systems.

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  Washingtonian magazine

  Jan 1997 - Jan 2002

  Writer and wine columnist

  Wrote monthly wine column, and additional food and wine related articles for Washingtonian Magazine and other publications.Updated Frommer*s Irreverent Guide to Washington, D.C., a travel guide.

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  Libation education

  Sept 1997 - now

  Wine consultant, educator, & speaker

  •Regularly conduct wine tastings educating groups of 30-300 on wine and food for Tasting Society International and other clients in Washington, DC and San Diego, CA.•Evaluate and value individual wine cellars.•Create wine programs, write wine lists, plan wine dinners, and perform public relations for restaurants. Past clients include Stardust Restaurant and Lounge, Evening Star Restaurant, and The Mark, all of whom received Wine Spectator Magazine "Awards of Excellence" for the wine lists I created for them. •Advised principles of Sullivan-Birney Ranch on wine selection, and developed sales and marketing strategy for new winery. Show less

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  Daily planet/evening star

  Jan 1998 - Jan 2000

  Wine director

  Developed and implemented concept of integrated restaurant/retail operation. Designed store layout and supervised build-out. Purchased all merchandise, organized tastings, dinners and events, wrote monthly newsletter and wine list, advised customers, developed marketing strategies, supervised retail operations.• Received Wine Spectator Awards of Excellence for Evening Star and Stardust wine lists

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  Harrison design-build

  Jan 2000 - Jul 2003

  Construction team member

  As part of a three-person team, remodeled homes in Washington, DC and the surrounding suburbs. Specialized in adding second stories to existing single-story structures.Experienced in framing, rough and finish carpentry; drywall hanging and finishing; painting, including fine detail and faux applications; tile design and setting. Working with this group, I helped remodel a historic DC mansion in need of extensive repair and renovation; the finished home was featured in Better Homes & Gardens Show less

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  Meristar hotels & resorts, inc

  Jun 2001 - Aug 2002

  Corporate beverage consultant & trainer

  Created day-long marketing seminar for upper-level hotel and restaurant managers. Wrote wine lists for new MeriStar properties; created and conducted training programs for staffs of restaurants, bar, catering and room service.Created comprehensive beverage training web site for Food and Beverage staff.

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  Paige poulos communications

  Aug 2002 - Mar 2003

  Director of wine communications

  Advised wineries on strategic public relations; created seminars; wrote press kits, product sheets, brochures, press releases and other collateral material; planned and attended client events.

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  San diego kitchen & bath

  Aug 2003 - Nov 2010

  Kitchen & bath designer

  I worked closely with clients on creative kitchen & bath designs for their homes ranging from classic, old-world styles to edgy, ultra-contemporary looks. My specialty is finding and incorporating hip new tiles, countertop materials, and other one-of-a-kind fixtures and accessories to ensure that the finished project is truly unique and reflective of their taste.

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  Encinitas tile

  Apr 2004 - Sept 2004

  Design consultant

  Worked with clients and/or interior designers on the design of projects incorporating slab stone and stone, porcelain, glass, and metal tile. Sketched tile take-offs, compiled material orders. Advised clients and tile setters on the use of particular materials. Marketed Encinitas Tile & Stone to San Diego-area builders, remodelers, and tile setters.

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  Fast forward design build inc.

  Dec 2010 - Apr 2014

  Lead designer, president & ceo

  I work closely with clients on creative kitchen & bath designs for their homes ranging from classic, old-world styles to edgy, ultra-contemporary looks. My specialty is finding and incorporating hip new tiles, countertop materials, and other one-of-a-kind fixtures and accessories to ensure that the finished project is truly unique and reflective of their taste.• Work with clients on the design and buildout of additions• Create detailed design layouts• Assist with selection of appliances and/or fixtures• Assist with selection of finishes and accessories• Supervise the project buildout• Oversee company marketing, development, and sales Show less

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  Lars remodeling & design

  Aug 2013 - Mar 2014

  Project design consultant

  Sales leader Jan, Feb, & March 2014

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  Jackson design and remodeling inc.

  Apr 2014 - Apr 2016

  Residential designer
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  Design by anastasia llc

  Apr 2016 - now

  Residential and commercial architectural designer

  As a residential designer with previous experience as a licensed general contractor, I work closely with clients to develop innovative designs that accurately reflect my clients' unique tastes, preferences, and needs. Active listening and consistent communication help ensure that our design process yields outstanding results, as evidenced by the abundance of design awards and accolades received over the years.

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  Kaminskiy design & remodeling

  Jul 2023 - now

  Designer