Margot Stewart
332 Sycamore Road
Santa Monica, CA 90402
310-382-4977
email: chaserules@gmail.com
blogs: http://mycrampedkitchen.blogspot.com & http://creativechase.blogspot.com
QUALIFICATIONS:
Extensive experience in project management, branding, public relations, small business growth strategies, non-profit special event planning and creative writing.
EMPLOYMENT:
10/2003-present Project Director, Chase Ritchie Creative Partners, Santa Monica, CA
Creative writing and small business development co-op. Current primary projects include the launch of a new novelty apparel line, publlc relations for consumer products companies and development of a new television cooking show. Daily activities include creating marketing materials, packaging, brand guidelines, marketing strategy, blogging and scripting podcasts.
8/2002-10/2003 Marketing Director, Sweater.com, Inc., Santa Monica, CA
Oversaw all aspects of branding, public relations, website, advertising and office management for a start-up company. Created “Look Books” for three multi-sku lines a year. Designed all packaging, catalogs, business systems and monthly print advertising. Designed and oversaw creation of trade show booths and prototype regional salesrooms. Company founded in June 2002, first year sales exceeded expectations four-fold.
5/1999-8/2002 Director of Special Projects, Macleay Marketing, Portland, OR
Public relations, brand consulting, and market targeting for small businesses including Kettle Chips, Bob’s Red Mill, Purple Mountain Media and Krogers Private Label packaging. Launched monthly non-profit special event calendar/newsletter for the state of Oregon. Worked with The Guest Group, a corporate concierge and customer service group to develop a uniform guide to procedures and a “franchise model.”
4/1997-5/1999 Account Manager, Bennett-Novak, Los Angeles, CA
All manner of marketing and public relations projects for a boutique advertising agency. Clients included Sony Records, IBD Beauty, New York Film Festival and Courvoisier. Interacted with clients and vendors alike.
5/1994-4/1997 Corporate Product Services Manager, Bugle Boy, Simi Valley, CA
Managed staff of 17 in sample room, corporate prototype showrooms and wardrobing of sponsored professional golfers. Promoted three times in three years. Acted as primary liaison for $35 million sales account with Kohl’s Department Stores. Compiled a weekly sales report for Midwest territory that became standard across the country.
6/1992-5/1994 Personnel Manager, Wisconsin District, Express Stores, Milwaukee, WI
Administered hiring, training and scheduling for eight women’s retail stores in the Milwaukee and Madison Area. Responsible for achieving daily sales numbers and implementing staff incentive programs.
EDUCATION:
1986-1988 University of Colorado, Boulder, American History
1988-1991 Willamette University, Salem Oregon, American History & Political Science.
