Christina Sullivan
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia Graduated May 2008
Bachelor of Science in Human Environmental Sciences 3.35 Major GPA/2.96 Overall GPA
Major in Textile and Apparel Management
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Dual emphasis in
- Apparel Marketing and Merchandising
- Apparel Product Development and Management
Minor in Business
Honors and Awards
University of Missouri-Columbia
2008 Chancellor's Excellence Award for Most Outstanding Large Student Organization
- Awarded to Association of Textile and Apparel Management for excellence in leadership, multicultural, and involvement during Presidential term.
Eunice Smith Scholarship in the College of Human Environmental Sciences 2007 - 2008
- Awarded to two students for demonstrating excellence in academic work and leadership activities.
Professional Experience/Leadership
David's Bridal Alterations Manager
November 2008 - June 2009, San Jose, California
- Supervised and trained seamstresses to provide quality work and outstanding customer service.
- Ensured planned revenue and payroll goals were achieved.
- Performed fittings, sewed alterations, and sold alterations to customers.
- Designed new ways to bustle and gather bridal gowns and formal dresses to exceed customer expectations.
BCBG MAXAZRIA Second Assistant Manager
July 2008 - January 2009, Palo Alto, California
- Responsible for maximizing sales by analyzing store’s and Associates’ statistical performance.
- Managed store's clientele books.
- Assisted in developing action plans to achieve sales goals.
- Trained Sales Associates and provided feedback and motivation to help them excel in their position.
Saffees Clothing Design
Spring 2008, University of Missouri-Columbia
- Designed jacket line for missy customer. Was featured in Jefferson City, Missouri store in Fall 2008.
Build a Bear Workshop Clothing Design
Spring 2008, University of Missouri-Columbia
- Designed summer outfit for BBW Corporate that was featured in BBW stores in 2009.
Teaching Assistant for Apparel Production
Spring 2008, University of Missouri-Columbia
- Chosen by professor to guide students in constructing garments and learning hand stitches.
- Sole instructor for the lab section of the course.
Dillard's Buying Office Internship
June 2007 - August 2007, St. Louis, Missouri
- Selected by manager to create Fall 2007 Missy Denim Handbook which contained all styles of denim available in the Missy Department and was distributed to all stores in district for sales managers.
- Analyzed predicted and actual sales figures to determine effectiveness of product selections and
to make style predictions for the next season's purchases.
- Negotiated collections/core items with vendors and distributed markdowns to all district stores.
Langsam Faculty Appreciation Award Committee
2007, 2008, University of Missouri-Columbia
- Chosen by Dean of the College of Human Environmental Sciences and Department Chair of Textile and Apparel Management to lead a committee of four in honoring two outstanding faculty members.
Dillard's Management Internship
June 2006 - August 2006, Overland Park, Kansas
- Distributed and confirmed store markdowns and managed employee monthly schedules.
- Audited the semi-annual store inventory.
- Co-developed theme and gathered merchandise for the 2006 Kansas City Bridal Fair.
- Planned merchandise layouts by shop/color story, arranged fixtures, and executed floor moves.
Association of Textile and Apparel Management
2005 - 2008, Columbia, Missouri
The Association of Textile and Apparel Management is a University of Missouri-Columbia student organization that provides networking, community service, leadership, and social opportunities for students.
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President (2007 - 2008)
- Chosen by department faculty and association members in annual election.
- Provided overall direction, organized and led all officer and general meetings.
- Coordinated officers and supervised service projects and other activities.
- Enforced the Constitution and Bylaws and maintained the organization's integrity.
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Marketing Officer (2006 - 2007)
- Chosen by department faculty and association members in annual election.
- Led marketing committee meetings.
- Directed responsibilities to the 30+ marketing committee members.
- Mentored entering Textile and Apparel Management freshman.
- Designed banners and signs for various events.
MU Entrepreneurs
April 2006 - October 2006, Columbia, Missouri
The MU Entrepreneurs is a student-run University of Missouri-Columbia charter of the Collegiate Entrepreneurs Organization (CEO) and Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE).
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Merchandise Coordinator for the First Annual Habitat for Humanity Fashion Benefit
- Chosen by association members in annual election.
- Organized and directed merchandising committee meetings.
- Co-designed layout of fashion show and solicited donations from local companies.
Bath & Body Works
May 2004 - January 2006, Zona Rosa, Kansas City, Missouri
- Selected by manager to handle all returns and cash register issues, in addition to daily responsibilities of customer service and creating visual displays.
Community Involvement
Association of Textile and Apparel Management
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Coat Drive September 2007 - May 2008
- Provided gently used coats for low income people who needed to keep warm during the winter months.
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Cinderella Donation Project January 2007 - May 2008
- Provided formal gowns for low income girls who wanted to attend prom. 2007 Marketing Coordinator for the project.
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Denim Day January 2007 - April 2008
- Rape awareness event. 2007 Marketing Coordinator for event.
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Preemie-Gowns and Blankets Donation November 2006 - April 2008
- Construct garments for the University Hospital.
Caring For Columbia
- Volunteer at the Community Nursery School April 2008
- Volunteer at the American Red Cross April 2007
- Volunteer at the Central Missouri Food Bank April 2006