Overview
Work History
Education
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Franny Ko

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience

Work History

Founder & Candlemaker

29th Avenue (Handmade Candle)
Burnaby, BC
10.2022 - Current

• Designed, handcrafted, and packaged all products with a focus on creativity and visual appeal, ensuring high standards of craftsmanship and authenticity

• Participated in local markets and pop-up events to promote and sell products

• Coordinated consignment and retail partnerships with local handmade stores

• Hosted DIY candle workshops to engage customers and provide a fun, hands-on experience

Supervisor

Evolution
Burnaby, BC
10.2021 - 08.2022

• Supervised and supported a team of 30–40 live game presenters per shift

• Coached and motivated team members to enhance performance and engagement

• Monitored team metrics to ensure KPIs and customer service standards were consistently met

• Resolved on-the-spot conflicts between team members or with customers, ensuring a professional and calm work environment

• Adjusted staffing in real time to accommodate last-minute absences and ensure smooth production flow

• Ensured fair gameplay, maintained a professional and engaging presence while interacting with global audiences

Beauty Boutique Expert

Beauty Boutique (Shoppers Drug Mart)
Burnaby, BC
11.2017 - 08.2018

• Kept up-to-date with cosmetic lines and beauty trends, applying deep knowledge of cosmetics, skincare, fragrance, and dermatological brands to support customer needs

• Built strong customer loyalty and repeat business through personalized skincare and beauty consultations, including product demonstrations and makeup application

• Delivered outstanding customer service in a fast-paced, high-traffic retail environment, consistently exceeded monthly sales targets by over 15%, driving department growth

• Processed payments, refunds, and exchanges with accuracy and efficiency

• Maintained well-stocked, organized, and visually appealing merchandise displays

Product & Development Manager/Fashion Designer

TY Fashion International Co., Ltd
Taiwan
12.2009 - 06.2015

• Forecasted fashion trends and developed inspiration boards to guide design and production teams

• Directed team workflow and ensured alignment on overall product direction

• Oversaw the full production process, from sample development to final approval, ensuring quality and timeliness

• Traveled frequently for client meetings and presentations with major retailers such as H&M, Zara & Carter’s

Education

Diploma - Global Special Effects Makeup

Blanche Mcdonald
Vancouver, BC
01-2017

Bachelor - Fashion Design

LaSalle Internation
Shanghai, China
01-2004

Skills

  • Customer service
  • Client relationship building
  • POS system operation
  • Team leadership
  • Time management
  • Flexibility
  • Teamwork
  • Fast learner
  • Visual merchandising
  • Fashion styling
  • Fluent in English and Mandarin

Timeline

Founder & Candlemaker

29th Avenue (Handmade Candle)
10.2022 - Current

Supervisor

Evolution
10.2021 - 08.2022

Beauty Boutique Expert

Beauty Boutique (Shoppers Drug Mart)
11.2017 - 08.2018

Product & Development Manager/Fashion Designer

TY Fashion International Co., Ltd
12.2009 - 06.2015

Diploma - Global Special Effects Makeup

Blanche Mcdonald

Bachelor - Fashion Design

LaSalle Internation
Franny Ko