OURTNEY

LEMENS
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EDUCATION

Bachelor
of Science| Northwest Missouri State University | Maryville, Missouri
Major: Merchandising of Apparel, Textiles, and Furnishings | Minor: Business

Cardinal Key Honor Society




Kappa Omicron Nu Honor Society

May 2014
3.45/4.0

PROFESSIONAL
EXPERIENCE

Brand Manager | Altard State | Leawood, KS





June 2014 Present
Uphold the Altard State visual standards by using weekly visual zone chart to create successful approaches to floor
sets; educate team on best visual practices
Analyze WWSR report weekly and create solutions to grow in areas where there is opportunity for improvement
Travel to assist stores in recreating the Atlard State environment and support the company by contributing to
new store openings

Sales Associate | Watercolors High Fashion | Kansas City, MO
Jan. 2010 - May 2014
Built relationships with the niche market for formal wear, leading to increased daily sales results
Served as fashion coordinator for yearly Flair Fashion Shows

Student Ambassador | Northwest Missouri State University | Maryville, MO

Jan. 2012 - May 2014
Customized tours to educate potential students and their families on history, traditions, and culture
of the University by creating a unique and memorable experience that exceeds expectations

Sales Representative Intern | r.b.c. inc, | Chicago, IL

May 2013 - Aug. 2013
Developed relationships with prospective buyers for the clothing line Hart Denim by asking
open-ended questions to determine which features to focus on
Professionally represented r.b.c. inc, for the clothing line Kersh at the MAGIC trade show in Las Vegas
Sales and Management Intern | Buckle | Kansas City, MO May 2012 - Aug. 2012
Aided manager in reviewing applications, scheduling and conducting team selection interviews
Reviewed daily progress with teammates at the end of every shift and provided constructive feedback
in order to help their daily sales average $85

LEADERSHIP
EXPERIENCE

Alpha Sigma Alpha








Sept. 2010 - May 2014
Vice President of Public Relationships and Recruitment
Vice President of Membership Education


Planned themes, decorations, attire, speakers
Guided new members through 10-week
and activities for the three day Panhellenic
program of the 8 Core Values and 4 Aims
Recruitment process
of Alpha Sigma Alpha
Implemented new successful strategies and
Developed a pledge class of new members
processes for the selection process of potential
that met all requirements to become an
new members
initiated member of Alpha Sigma Alpha

St. Jude Up til Dawn








April 2011 - May 2014
Production Chair / Entertainment & Logistics Chair








Organized an all night event Stay Up for Good with activities and games that raised over $10,000 for St. Jude
Children Research Hospital