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Taylor Alexander
Owner, Flawless Damsels Boutique
Location: Baltimore, MD United States
Joined: Sep 30th, 2007

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My name is Taylor Alexander I am 23 years old. I always knew I wanted work for a business and eventually start a business I just had to find my niche. I went away to college in Fall of 2009 to Bethune Cookman University in Daytona beach FL. I majored in business management. During my term there I had several opportunities to work for different Fortune 500 companies such as enterprise, metlife, and tmobile. I always found myself in a retail managerial role and I ultimately loved it. My entrepreneurial side was still inching inside of me and I knew I had to do something to fulfill that desire. I started an online business selling women's shape wear that flourished beyond measure. Graduation was shortly approaching and I had several job off to be managers or supervisor for different companies but I honestly couldn't see myself working for anyone else and helping them build their dreams when I had my own dreams of being a business owner. Upon graduation I took a giant leap of faith and denied all offers and went on a journey to open Flawless Damsels. Flawless Damsels is a one stop shop women's boutique that sells apparel, shoes, accessories, handbags, corsets, diet plans and much more. Opening my business by far has been the greatest achievement of my life. I learned a lot about myself, the world of business, entrepreneurship, and my city while doing so. My grand opening on September 14, 2013 was a success and my business has been flourishing ever since. I have had the opportunity to participate in several fashion shows in different states, participate in many vendor events, host make up classes for well known artists, give back to the community and bring something different to the business district that my store is on. I am forever grateful for the people I have met while I opened this business and those who have given me much needed advice along the way. Due to the riots for Freddie Gray my business was destroyed and looted. My store front location is closed, my website is down, all events that I had up and coming are canceled, and I need everyone's help and prayers to rebuild. I won't let this event kill my spirits. I am going to remain positive and remember that God has a blessing for me and my business.

Education (request update)

Bethune Cookman University class of 2013

Undergrad Major: Business Administration

Claim To Fame:

Styling the Mayor OF Baltimore Being A Host Site For Well Known Make Up Artists Participating in several Prestigious Fashion Events

Experience

I currently work with Flawless Damsels Boutique as Owner
I have years of experience working in the Retail/Wholesale industry.

Owner | Flawless Damsels Boutique
From September 2013 to Current • 13 year(s)
Manage financial books, train employees, maintain business relationships, and market the brand through various outlets.

Transaction Coordinator | Keller Williams Legacy
From September 2014 to January 2015 • 1 year(s)
Ensured smooth management of transaction closings and managed corporate real estate system tracking.

Management Trainee | Enterprise Rent-A-Car
From January 2013 to September 2013 • 0 year(s)
Communicated with customers and vendors, met sales goals, and resolved customer needs through calls and reservations.

Purchasing Intern | Volusia County Florida Government
From January 2012 to December 2012 • 0 year(s)
Assisted with bid documents and meetings, created community workshops, and collaborated on financial reports.

Underwriting Intern | MetLife Auto and Home
From June 2010 to August 2012 • 2 year(s)
Underwrite property and casualty policies and assisted agents to write good risks.

Event Representative | T-Mobile
From September 2011 to March 2012 • 1 year(s)
Sold cellular devices and accessories while maintaining sales goals and managing inventory.

Claims Intern | Injured Workers Insurance Fund
From June 2009 to August 2009 • 0 year(s)
Delivered customer service to claims department callers and processed policy payments and medical bills.

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