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Savannah Hurst 

Lexington, KY 

Savannahhhurst@gmail.com 

(859) 893-9235 

 

Education & Continued Learning 

University of Kentucky, Bachelor of Science, Merchandising, Apparel and Textiles; minor in Communications, Anticipated graduation May 2027. GPA of 3.1. 

Relevant Course work includes Business Applications of Spreadsheets, Aesthetics in Retail, Merchandising Planning and Control, Marketing, and Retail & Distribution Management. 

Experience 

Coffee Times Coffee House     Lexington, KY 

Barista/Shift Lead     November 2023 - Present 

  • Open and close all register systems to enable prompt operations and accurate data reports, providing owners with critical data to track sales and profitability.  

  • Promoted to shift leader; supervise 10 employees. Responsible for customer service, sales, inventory tracking, and health code compliance. My leadership and attention to detail resulted in a 100% score from the Health Department.  

  • Research social media trends and create Coffee Times content for the Instagram platform. Increased social media reach 7.2% in two months.  

  • Provide customers with assistance, advice, and guidance, offering individualized recommendations to meet customer needs and sales goals. Contributed to a 2.8% profitability increase within two months. 

  • Lead special events by fostering a positive, team-oriented environment through collaboration and effective communication. Promote inclusion through group-led decision making.  

The Domestic Vintage               Lexington, KY        

Vendor/Apparel Sourcing                                                       April 2024 - Present 

  • Curates apparel stock by reviewing emerging trends and analyzing target market; ensures inventory appeals to customer base. 

  • Use visual merchandising techniques to enhance the shopping experience and drive sales. 

Common Grounds Coffee House                       Lexington, KY 

Barista/Management                                         August 2021 - November 2023 

  • Directed weekly inventory, ensuring accurate reports of sales, waste, and trending items. 

  • Conducted daily inspections of coffee shops, ensuring compliance with company policy. 

  • Orchestrated and managed multi-location social media advertising for new product launches across six locations. 

  • Opened and closed all register systems and directed customer relations.