Annette Chow

Experience

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  Produce Terminal Co

  Feb 1998 - now

  Office Administrator

  Works interdepartmentally and executes on a multitude of processes with various departments, including accounts receivable, accounts payable, purchasing, customer service, reception, data entry and invoicing• High Computer Proficiency. Data entry, entering, storing, and maintaining information in written and electronic form including handling confidential information internally and externally. Also Web-savvy including but not limited to Internet research know-how and highly skilled in Microsoft Office Suite • Product Launches. Implements product launches and communicates product information to cross-functional teams including managers, sales, buyers and customers Show less

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  Le Château

  Oct 2001 - Dec 2009

  Assistant Manager

  Managed store operations alongside store manager by setting financial targets, analyzing daily and monthly sales, training staff and monitoring marketing initiatives, inventory management and loss prevention• Merchandising & Promotions. Coordinated with head office and implemented merchandising directives, including planning, managing and maintaining visual standards based on financial results and inventory levels • Sales Strategies. Developed customer relationships and maintained excellent customer service practices among team to gain insight into consumer behaviour and different target groups, using GUEST retail strategies • Product Placement Strategies. Collaborated with management and district managers on forecasting financials, preparing for daily business objectives, and strategically positioned displays for effective product placement Show less

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  Cakes to Crumbs

  Sept 2011 - now

  Owner/Baker

  Established a home-based custom cakes business built upon consultative sales and referral marketing• High Quality Work. Utmost care to deliver cakes with highest standard of safety and sanitation • Creative Promotions. Uses creative and artistic expression to develop and design custom cakes, cupcakes, desserts and sweet treats; and promotes business using word-of-mouth referral marketing • Consultative Sales. Consults and collaborates with clients to design and execute custom creations within timeframe and budget constraints • Business Development. Identifying opportunities for business growth and establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with clients Show less

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  Various Clients

  Sept 2013 - now

  Event Support Staff

  Active roster member working on a contract basis for various events which have included Diner en Blanc, Deighton Cup, Harvest Haus and private functions.• Event Coordinator. Planning, organizing and executing all practical aspects of weddings. Maintaining the schedule and coordinating the time line for events throughout the day with internal departments and external vendors and proactively handle any arising issues and troubleshoot any emerging problems.• Event Cash Manager. Responsible for all money handling including money transports, daily account reconciliation and POS verifications. Plans, organizes and supports all other event aspects in co-operation other members of Management Team • Beverage Expeditor. Responsible for ensuring quality preparation and service of beverages to guests at events. Maintaining positive and professional interaction with Show less

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  G of G Inc

  Dec 2015 - now

  Brand Ambassador

  Active roster member of staffing agency focused on branding and promotions• Brand awareness. Promoted and executed live demonstration of new consumer products to increase sales• Customer Engagement. Engaged with new prospects and customers at retail location providing recommendations, advice, and insight into the client’s new products• Retail Audits. Completed audits for client with given criteria.