Amanda Nelson

Founded and operate a full-service interior design and window fashions company, owning sales, estimating, pricing, vendor relationships, scheduling, marketing, and client communication. Built referral partnerships with homeowners, builders, real estate professionals, and contractors to generate new business.

Recruited, onboarded, and trained sales consultants and support staff, coaching consultative selling, product knowledge, and closing technique. Sold outdoor living and motorized solutions and provided design consultations on custom window treatments.

Networked with builders, interior designers, and industry professionals to build exposure and generate leads. Achieved a profit margin over 68% by supporting the project manager on fabrication, installation, and selection of materials and finishes.

Managed a portfolio of 25+ accounts per month and $1.5 to $2.3 million in annual sales, consistently a top producer. Built a one-call-close sales process and quoted pricing, presenting project submittals to architects, builders, and homeowners.

Sold vehicles and walked customers through pricing, payment, and financing options in a fast-paced, high-volume dealership.

Built and ran a client-based photography business for 19 years, handling consultations, pricing, booking, and client relationships.

Bachelor of Arts in Photography and Design from The Art Institute of Philadelphia (Online Division).

Continuing education in Business and Management from the University of North Carolina at Charlotte.

Associate coursework in Journalism and Communication from Central Piedmont Community College.