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Barbara Pugliese

10 year+ Owner/Operator of a boutique gift store with a local customer base, high sales figures and customer reviews

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Sarasota, United States
Owner/Operator at Just/Because
Studied Adult Education and Curriculum Development at State of New York
Studied Culinary, Food Safety/Management, Baking & Pastry at Institute of Culinary Education formally Peter Kumps NY Cooking School
Retail
Joined June 6, 2024

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English
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About
With over two decades of retail management and customer service experience I bring a proven track record of success. My experience in training, management and interpersonal skills can be utilized to help any company accomplish their goals.
Experience
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Just/Because
Sep 2001 – Present
Sarasota,Fl
Owner/Operator
Own and operate a boutique gift store in a high-end shopping district.
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Rolling Pin Kitchen Emporium
Jan 2001 – Aug 2023
Brandon, FL
Chef/Instructor
Taught avocational students culinary and baking skills. Developed menus and structured curriculum for three distinct programs - corporate team building, summer camp programs and specialty classes
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People's Pottery
Aug 2004 – Aug 2014
Florida
District Manager/ Manager
Managed and ran a high end boutique store plus oversaw 5 other locations in Florida. Trained all staff and management, managed special events, inventory, payroll, scheduling, buying, customer service and sales.
Education
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State of New York
Sep 1998 – Nov 2000
Teaching Certificate , Adult Education and Curriculum Development
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Institute of Culinary Education formally Peter Kumps NY Cooking School
Aug 1992 – Dec 1993
Culinary Degree, Culinary, Food Safety/Management, Baking & Pastry