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Annie Colon

@anniecolon

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Experienced sales and retail manager driving revenue and team performance.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek leadership roles in sales or retail operations where I can coach teams, drive revenue, manage merchandising/inventory, and contribute to a customer-focused, results-driven culture.

I am a results-driven sales and retail manager with decades of experience leading teams, managing operations, and closing sales across retail, insurance, and property industries.

I have overseen gift shop operations and e-commerce, managed inventory and merchandising, and led teams of up to 10 employees while promoting positive work environments and coaching staff.

My background includes producing and servicing insurance products (auto, home, life, commercial), sales supervision in housing communities, and retail store management with strengths in budgeting, vendor relations, and merchandising.

I prioritize customer relationships, process-driven selling, and consistent goal achievement, bringing strong organizational, communication, and multi-project management skills to every role.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Gift Shop Manager

Current

Navarre Beach Sea Turtle Conservation Center

May 2023 - Present (2 years 5 months)

Oversee daily gift shop operations including in-store and e-commerce sales, manage inventory and merchandising, and lead a team of up to 10 staff while promoting the center's mission and positive work environment.

retail management Inventory Management E Commerce Team Leadership Merchandising Customer Service Coaching Point of Sale Ecommerce

Sales Associate Volunteer

NEX for the US Navy

Aug 2022 - Apr 2024 (1 year 8 months)

Supported retail operations and customer service initiatives at the Navy Exchange, assisting with sales and store activities to serve military community needs.

Customer Service Retail Sales Point of Sale Merchandising Teamwork

Insurance Specialist

American Family Insurance

Mar 2017 - Aug 2022 (5 years 5 months)

Wrote home, auto, life, and commercial policies and supported office marketing events to grow customer acquisition and retention.

Policy Writing Commercial Insurance Home Insurance Customer Service Underwriting Sales

Insurance Producer

Horace Mann Financial

Dec 2014 - Mar 2017 (2 years 3 months)

Sold auto, home, and life insurance using consultative techniques, developed client relationships, managed renewals, and pursued incentive programs to exceed goals.

Consultative Sales Home Insurance Lead Generation Client Relations Renewals Sales Targets

Sales Supervisor/Manager

Sun Home Communities

Oct 2008 - Feb 2014 (5 years 4 months)

Managed home sales and leasing operations including contractor coordination, ordering and design, closings, budgeting, and meeting monthly targets.

Sales & Management Budgeting Contract Management Sales Closing Team Leadership Customer Service Forecasting

Store Manager

Talbots

May 2001 - Mar 2007 (5 years 10 months)

Directed store operations including budgeting, inventory control, merchandising, marketing, and employee scheduling to drive sales and maintain store standards.

retail management Inventory Control Merchandising Budgeting Scheduling Marketing Customer Service Visual Merchandising

Buyer/Pro Shop Manager

Miramont Sport Center

Dec 1999 - Apr 2001 (1 year 4 months)

Managed pro shop buying and merchandising for fitness and tennis apparel and equipment, and designed store layout and marketing displays.

Merchandising Visual Merchandising Inventory Management Retail Design Vendor Relations Marketing

Interior Design Manager

Finishing Touch of Vail

Apr 1994 - Nov 1999 (5 years 7 months)

Managed furniture sales and ordering, collaborated with clients on interior design projects, and contributed to timely completion of home design projects.

Interior Design Project Management Merchandising