makenna kniffin
@makennakniffin
Customer-focused salon owner and stylist who improves satisfaction through strong leadership and service.
What I'm looking for
I’m a driven professional with experience in sales, customer service, and management, and I’m used to creating positive, reliable experiences in fast-paced environments. I build strong customer relationships by identifying client needs and delivering solutions that improve satisfaction and support business growth.
As a Salon Owner/Stylist, I owned and operated the business while overseeing daily operations, client services, and staff coordination. I managed appointment scheduling, customer relations, inventory ordering, budgeting, and business growth initiatives—while maintaining cleanliness, compliance, and a welcoming client experience.
I also bring a strong customer-first mindset from roles in sales and customer support, including assisting clients through vehicle selection and financing, and handling technical troubleshooting, billing issue inquiries, and customer exchanges. I’ve trained and supervised staff, escalated customer concerns when needed, and worked to improve response times while keeping service standards high.
Experience
Work history, roles, and key accomplishments
Salon Owner/Stylist
Coco Blue
May 2022 - Jun 2025 (3 years 1 month)
Owned and operated a salon while overseeing daily business operations, client services, and staff coordination. Managed appointments, customer relations, inventory ordering, budgeting, and business growth initiatives, while delivering high-quality services and maintaining compliance.
Car Salesman
Infiniti
Nov 2020 - May 2022 (1 year 6 months)
Assisted customers in selecting vehicles that matched their needs, budget, and lifestyle while providing customer service throughout the sales process. Built client relationships, explained features and financing options, conducted test drives, negotiated pricing, completed sales documentation, and followed up after purchase.
Education
Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework
DeVry University
Associate's degree, Medical Coding
Completed an Associate degree in Medical Coding at DeVry University in 2020.
Aveda Institute of Columbus
Cosmetology, Cosmetology
Completed cosmetology education at Aveda Institute of Columbus in 2018.
Olentangy Orange High School
High School Diploma, High School
Earned a High School Diploma from Olentangy Orange High School in 2017.
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