Julia Valente

• Increased territory sales by building strong relationships with key clients and identifying new business opportunities.
• Visited customer locations to evaluate requirements, demonstrate product offerings, and propose strategic solutions for diverse needs.
• Established new accounts through cold calling and personal visits to potential customers..
• Participated in weekly sales meetings to discuss performance metrics, strategize on improvements, and share best practices among colleagues.
• Followed up with customers after completed sales to assess satisfaction and resolve technical or service concerns.
• Contributed towards creating a positive working environment with a focus on team collaboration and open communication.
• Built relationships with customers and community to promote long term business growth.

• Improved product visibility by creating eye-catching merchandise displays.
• Increased overall store performance with consistent attention to detail in visual merchandising efforts.
• Enhanced customer experience by maintaining clean, well-stocked, and organized store aisles.
• Adapted quickly to changing business needs by regularly rotating merchandise according to seasonal demands or customer preferences.
• Streamlined inventory management with accurate record-keeping and timely stock replenishment.
• Completed efficient store resets to prepare store for special promotions and seasonal updates.

Went on maternity leave to have two boys

• Stayed current on industry trends and new product offerings, enabling informed discussions with clients about innovative solutions for their projects.
• Developed strong relationships with contractors and builders, leading to an expanded client base and increased referral business.
• Increased sales revenue by effectively promoting and upselling millwork products to clients.
• Enhanced customer satisfaction by providing personalized millwork design solutions tailored to individual needs.
• Assisted customers with making optimal choices for construction, renovation and addition plans.

• Assisted in the installation of finished cabinetry onsite for seamless integration into existing structures or new construction projects.
• Customized installations to meet specific customer requirements, ensuring full functionality and satisfaction.
• Building casework and installation of millwork and doors on commercial and residential sites for Madrone Woodworking
• Also assisted in completing the construction of new decks and outdoor kitchens

• Building all custom solid wood furniture for the designers customers including dining room tables, complete bedroom suites, desks, buffets and all other kinds of casework.
• Breaking out and dressing all solid raw stock
• In charge of regular maintenance of all standard shop equipment

• Gained hands-on experience working with different journeyman increasing proficiency and expanding my skill set.
• Assembled casework for commercial and residential sites
• Assisted in the installation of completed kitchens, bathrooms and other casework projects for offices and apartment lobbys

• Managed a diverse portfolio of medium to high-value accounts for major Banks and private businesses with diligence and professionalism, recovering significant amounts of outstanding debt over time.