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Giovanni Carangella

Luxury Brand Consultant - Personal Shopper
About

Basically I’m a dynamic resourceful and hard-working retail advisor with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to communicate concisely at all levels. A self-starting person who has a lots to offer in terms of enthusiasm with the ability to bring high standards to the workplace . Enjoys being part of a successful and productive team, proven through work experience and involvement with local clubs and organizations. A good problem solver who enjoys helping people as much as possible, with excellent customer care experience, both face to face and over the telephone. Pays great attention to detail and would make a significant contribution to the business

Previous Brands
Federazione Italiana Nuoto
Guidobaldi Luxury Properties
Philipp Plein
J. Mendel
Harrods
Dennis Basso
Versace
Prada Group
Selfridges
At Your Service Event Staffing
Work Experience
Personal Coach & Trainer
Jun ‘24 -
Federazione Italiana Nuoto

Istruttore nuoto agonistico Istruttore fitness Giudice Ufficiale di Gara Tecnico sportivo CONI Private lessons Acqua gym Idro Bike H.I.I.T. PT

Sales Office Coordinator
Oct ‘23 - May ‘24
Guidobaldi Luxury Properties

Residential Real Estate Consulting Customer support experience Luxury Office management Property Services Communication

Sale Executive & VIC Coordinator
Nov ‘21 - Jul ‘23
Philipp Plein

Menswear Specialist Luxury Lifestyle Brand consultant VIC Coordinator Virtual concierge ambassador Personal Shopper

Team Specialist
Jul ‘19 - Nov ‘21
J. Mendel

Responsibilities - Prospecting existing connections and developing connections with new clients. These contacts include stylists, personal shoppers, boutique owners, sales associates, and very high profile individuals -Develop and maintain relationships with existing clients to increase business -Maintain a seamless flow of communication with multiple departments including merchandising, accounting, customer service -Achieve the monthly consignment targets for my geographic market -Develop and implement action plans to continually increase consignment with luxury world A very strong network of professional or personal contacts in the fashion, hospitality and luxury industry 4 years work experience in business development, personal shopper or dealing with VVIP clientele Leadership, Luxury Presentation, Entrepreneurship Ability to work under pressure and exceed targets Deep knowledge of multiple luxury brands Strong customer service orientation Pro-active service delivery attitude - willingness to stretch and do whatever is required with a hands-on approach MS Office expertise: Word and Excel Extremely reliable and trustworthy Ability to work evenings and weekends when needed to accommodate the clients' request for an appointment.

Senior Team Lead - Eveningwear & Womenswear Atelier
Jun ‘19 - Nov ‘21
Harrods

Team Supervisor
Jun ‘19 - Nov ‘21
Dennis Basso

Providing unique Made-To-Measure services Creating a couture look that is tailored to customers needs - Custom sizing, full measurements - Custom designs and sketches - Custom colors - Custom embroideries - Muslin fittings - Consultation with one of our designers - Custom Bridal and bridal party options

Fashion Consultant at VERSACE U.K.
Jul ‘18 - Jun ‘19
Versace

#Menswear based#Shoes Specialist#Leather accessories# VIC customer service#Tailoring I provide a tailored customer experience to customers from all over the world, while taking great pride in maintaing high standards, driving sales and meeting targets. My customers deserve Luxury service delivered by a genuine passion for the brand and a thorough knowledge of the Versace product philosophy I'm a brand ambassador by using my passion for what I do, I work confidently with my colleagues and Mangers to deliver exceptional service and store standards. Always staying ahead of the latest trends and taking every opportunity to expand my product knowledge. -Reporting to the Store Manager & Assistant Manager -Delivering exceptional clientelling and styling services -Excellent selling skills efficient at closing the sales -Attending networking / events to help promote the store -Attention to detail with store and personal presentation -Smart and well-groomed in appearance. -Sales driven and determined to succeed -Confident with a positive can do attitude – able to build positive relationships -Follow through on all sales -Effective team member -Polite/Self educated

Keyholder - Brand Specialist - Church's Shoes, Luxury Shoes
Sep ‘16 - Aug ‘18
Prada Group

Cashing Up Opening/Closing store Managing a team of 3/4 people Business responsability Complaints Manager In charge for Repairs and Credit Section Building VIP clients relationship Made to Order service in store • Building client loyalty by delivering an exceptional customer experience to meet luxury customer expectations. • Utilising opportunity to develop strong retail and fashion product knowledge relatable to Marketing focus and strategy. • Regularly liaise with clients to provide a highly personalised assistance with product range selection.

Customer Service Supervisor
Jun ‘16 - Aug ‘16
Selfridges

Exceptional customer service experience

Steward
Oct ‘15 - Mar ‘18
At Your Service Event Staffing

Steward for luxury events Front of House Champagne service Wine waiter private events

Languages
Italian - Native
English - Fluent
Spanish - Work Proficiency
Recommendations
LUCA MARCELLINO
Direct manager - Boutique Director, J. Mendel
Jul 2019 - Oct 2021

Giovanni has interpersonal and communication skills that have allowed him to develop productive working relationship with both our clients and our staff. He is able to understand the clients needs and optimise any business opportunity.

WARREN BATES
Direct manager - DUAL SITE FLAGSHIP STORE MANAGER, Prada
Sep 2016 - Aug 2018

Giovanni always approaches his work with a positive professional approach, he consistently strives to deliver exceptional client service and driven to meet and exceed his goals.

SERENA DEL SIGNORE
Direct manager - CONCESSION SALON DIRECTOR, Harrods
Jun 2019 -

Giovanni is a reliable and charismatic colleague. He is a team player and he provides an outstanding customer service.

Anonymous
Direct manager - HR DIRECTOR EUROPE SIXTY GROUP, Miss Sixty - Energie
May 2014 - Sep 2016

Giovanni was a reliable and hard working member of the store team.

SUZANNE DARLING
Direct manager - Store Manager, VERSACE
May 2018 - Jun 2019

Giovanni was a great member of our team. He was reliable and trustworthy.Giovanni gained Versace Ambassador status twice whilst with us proving he proficient and competant in all aspects of client relationships I would wish Giovanni every success in his next role

Education & Training
FIN - Italy Swimming Federation
‘12 - ‘13
First AID Course
Safety support
ITALIAN NAVY - COAST GUARD
‘12 - ‘14
JUDICIAL POLICE OFFICER
ECONOMY - NAVAL DEPARTMENT
Milano, Metropolitan City of Milan, Italy