Wendi Markley

Wendi Markley
5406 Hutchinson St. Port Orange Fl. 32128
wendibydesign@yahoo.com https://www.wendibydesign.com/
860-942-1451

Seasoned Interior design and project management, while managing multiple projects, providing dedicated customer support and professional 20/20 designs. Skilled in optimizing customer experiences and crafting high-impact proposals and presentations. Able to apply expert technical proficiencies spanning 20/20 Design and Microsoft Office.

2023-CURRENT
KITCHEN DESIGNER/Design Consultant 
Pro Source
 
Proven track record protecting, landing, and designing/selling to large accounts.
Provided sales and operational leadership in the cabinet and countertop industry. Quote and manage the full cycle ordering process for all Kitchen, Bath, and other Cabinet products. I had top sales for 6 months though out the year.

• As a ProSource Kitchen and Bath Designer, I had exciting chance to help other businesses tap into the growth solutions that ProSource
• Build the business from a large existing customer base while working closely with the showroom sales team
• leader across our 4 K&B selling locations and operations team
• Drive strategy and execution of selling and operational processes
• Work with trade professionals and their clients, designing and quoting cabinetry projects to each client’s specifications
• Design cabinetry using 20/20 software
• Maintain pricing and merchandising for the Kitchen and Bath department
• Assist a sales team in gaining knowledge of Kitchen and Bath products
• Promote our Kitchen and Bath program
• Lead educational events for trade professionals and our sales team

 
 
 
2022-CURRENTLY
KITCHEN DESIGNER/Design Consultant
Aldrich Cabinetry


Knowledge of the components that encompass design details, material selection, and measurements. Used 20/20 Technologies in computer-aided drafting for cabinetry and interior spaces, including kitchens and bathrooms.

• Provide support to sales and operations by creating and providing drawings for their customer projects.
• Developing and following through on all design details.
• Interpretation of design requirements.
• Preparing accurate layouts that conform to established standards.
• Creating accurate price estimates.
• Reviewing and revising designs and product ordering.

Qualifications and Skills
I have previous kitchen design experience and thrive in a team environment. I can read architectural blueprints and have the ability to communicate professionally in a fast-paced manufacturing environment while remaining organized and professional. I am passionate about design, a creative problem solver and success driven

2019-2022
KITCHEN DESIGNER/PROJECT MANAGER
Northeast Flooring and Kitchens -KIBA

Design kitchen and bathroom projects throughout all concept, design, production, and installation stages. I can effectively balance a variety of creative, technical, customer service, and managerial tasks. I worked with the sales team qualifying potential customers based on budgets, project time frames and design direction. Once qualified, they use provided drawings and inspiration imagery to select cabinet options and create designs that fit the customer’s budgetary needs while providing design direction. I am proficient in using 20/20 Design to create beautiful designs. Provide status updates to customers throughout the design, approval, production and installation phases.

• Meet with customers online, in person, or at the job site to guide them through the design process.
• Traveled to job sites and provided accurate field measures.
• Use 20/20 Design to create inspiring yet technically sound designs.
• Able to communicate effectively with customers when a requested design option isn’t possible, making recommendations to move the project forward.
• Oversee project to ensure invoices are sent and payments are collected.
• Oversee their projects throughout the design, approval, assembly and installation phases.
• Collaborate regularly with the internal team, providing and receiving constructive feedback to improve performance and become more effective.

2014-2019
Project Specialist Interiors (PSI), LOWE’S

I received Outstanding sales achievement from Kraftmaid. I also received the Regional top Ten Designer Award. Within five years, I turned a $200,000 program into a Million dollar program for my store. I exceeded my incremental goals for all five years.

Primary customer contact for developing, closing and managing kitchen and bath projects and sales. Work autonomously to guide project customers and drive collaboration across a team of store sales specialists in Kitchens, Fashion Plumbing, Appliances, Flooring, Fashion Electrical, Walls and Windows. Coordinate and manage all aspects of the construction project with subcontractors and vendors and drive projects to successful completion.

2012-2014
Kitchen Project Specialist, LOWE’S

Created kitchen and bath designs while providing detailed product information to customers. Recommended products, plans, or installation services that match customer needs, created designs with lighting, flooring, cabinets, appliances and finishes. Built a relationship with customers and instilled confidence in LOWE’S’ quality materials and services.

2004-2012
Art and Computer Teacher, saint James School

EDUCATION
2001
Bachelor of Arts: Graphic Design

Interior Design
Mount Ida College
Honors: Magna Cum Laude

SKILLS

• Dependable and dedicated customer service energized by collaborative workspace and motivational goal-setting.
• Strong logical and creative thinking skills.
• Easily communicates both orally and in writing with peers, supervisors and clients.
• Willingness to assume the leadership of all team projects