Alyssa Garrison
Fountain Valley
Summary
Versatile team member offering over 5 years of experience in handling tasks smoothly and efficiently. Adapts well to changing processes, programs and team requirements. Eager to contribute to growing company.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sales Stylist
Levi Strauss & Co.
Irvine, CA
08.2024 - 11.2025
- Delivered personalized styling advice to enhance customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Demonstrated product knowledge to assist customers in selecting suitable apparel and accessories.
- Maintained visual merchandising standards to create an appealing shopping environment.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales targets and drive store profitability.
- Trained new stylists on customer service techniques and product information for consistent service delivery.
- Exceeded personal sales goals consistently, contributing to the overall success of the store.
Casual Sales Associate
Lush Cosmetics
Cerritos, CA
02.2024 - 05.2024
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of product ingredients and benefits to educate clients effectively.
- Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of popular products to meet customer demand.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
Operations and Temporary Floor Lead
Lush Cosmetics
Newport Beach, CA
06.2023 - 01.2024
- Oversaw hourly operations, ensuring adherence to Lush's quality standards and customer service excellence.
- Analyzed sales data to identify trends, enhancing promotional strategies and customer engagement initiatives.
- Delegated tasks to employees to enhance productivity and workflow.
- Boosted sales figures by training staff on effective sales techniques and product knowledge.
- Opened, shelved and merchandised new products in visually appealing and organized displays for optimal sales promotions.
- Implemented visual merchandising standards throughout the store's floor space to create an appealing shopping environment that attracted more foot traffic.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
Westminster, CA
11.2022 - 03.2023
- Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Collaborated with team to achieve sales goals, driving revenue through effective product promotion.
- Assisted in visual merchandising, ensuring appealing product displays aligned with brand standards.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Seasonal Kennel Technician
VCA Rossmoor Animal Hospital
Los Alamitos, CA
07.2022 - 11.2022
- Ensured cleanliness and sanitation of kennel facilities, promoting animal health and safety.
- Monitored animal behavior and health, reporting changes to veterinary staff for timely intervention.
- Assisted in administering medications as directed by veterinarians, ensuring accurate dosages and schedules.
- Collaborated with team members to maintain efficient workflow during high-demand periods, improving service delivery.
Sales Associate
Lush Cosmetics
Newport Beach, CA
06.2021 - 04.2022
- Demonstrated in-depth knowledge of product ingredients and benefits to educate clients effectively.
- Assisted customers with product selection, enhancing overall shopping experience and satisfaction.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve sales goals, fostering a supportive work environment.
- Managed inventory levels, ensuring timely restocking of popular products to meet customer demand.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Trained new sales associates on product knowledge, customer engagement techniques, and operational procedures.
Doggy Daycare Associate and Employee Trainer
Smart Parke
Laguna Woods, CA
09.2020 - 02.2021
- Facilitated opening processes for new facility operations.
- Executed comprehensive sanitation protocols for facility pre-opening and post-closing to ensure a hygienic environment.
- Facilitated accurate data entry for pet and parent information to streamline processing.
- Trained new hires by utilizing comprehensive materials to improve employee comprehension of pet care standards and streamline operations.
Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
Costa Mesa, CA
08.2019 - 10.2020
- Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing client satisfaction and loyalty.
- Collaborated with team to achieve sales goals, driving revenue through effective product promotion.
- Assisted in visual merchandising, ensuring appealing product displays aligned with brand standards.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Boosted customer satisfaction levels through exceptional service, addressing concerns promptly, and providing a welcoming store environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ11-2026
Associate of Science - Esthetician
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA05-2023
Associate of Science - Psychology
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA05-2022
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Golden West College
Huntington Beach, CA05-2022
High School Diploma -
Fountain Valley High School
Fountain Valley, CA06.2019
Skills
- Building rapport
- Cross-selling tactics
- Upselling strategies
- Sales and customer service
- Computer skills
- Time management
Certification
- HR Management (Expected November 2026)
- Esthetician (May 2023)
- University Core (May 2022)
- IGETC: General Education (May 2022)
- CSU General Education Breadth (May 2022)
Timeline
Sales Stylist
Levi Strauss & Co.
08.2024 - 11.2025
Casual Sales Associate
Lush Cosmetics
02.2024 - 05.2024
Operations and Temporary Floor Lead
Lush Cosmetics
06.2023 - 01.2024
Seasonal Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
11.2022 - 03.2023
Seasonal Kennel Technician
VCA Rossmoor Animal Hospital
07.2022 - 11.2022
Sales Associate
Lush Cosmetics
06.2021 - 04.2022
Doggy Daycare Associate and Employee Trainer
Smart Parke
09.2020 - 02.2021
Sales Associate
Victoria’s Secret
08.2019 - 10.2020
Bachelor of Science - Business
University of Phoenix
Associate of Science - Esthetician
Golden West College
Associate of Science - Psychology
Golden West College
Associate of Science - Administration of Justice
Golden West College
High School Diploma -
Fountain Valley High School