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Gaetano Ferraro

Gaetano Ferraro

Interior Design , Sales Manager
Rozzano

Summary

Experienced professional with 14 years of owning and operating a luxury furniture sales and interior design business. Skilled in providing detailed interior design services, including artistic direction and comprehensive projects. Expertise in technical subjects, such as detailed technical drawing and a strong passion for architecture. Successfully closed contracts abroad, including London (supplying and providing design assistance for custom furniture, with a reference letter) and South Africa through an English intermediary (luxury furniture supply). Extensive knowledge of construction and interior materials and their usage, with a keen ability to find solutions to problems by understanding their root causes. Previous experience working overseas in London during adolescence to learn the English language. Proficient in finding suitable design solutions based on client requests, with attention to detail that enhances living spaces. Passionate about architecture, art, and music, which serve as guiding forces in the creative process. Developed a unique spatial vision over the years that allows visualization of unrealized ideas, providing complete awareness and mastery in utilizing space effectively. Created a highly accurate survey system based on overlapping trilateration, resulting in minimal margin of error and meticulous attention to detail. Talented manager with expert team leadership, planning, and organizational skills built during successful career. Smoothly equips employees to independently handle daily functions and meet customer needs. Diligent trainer and mentor with exceptional management abilities and results-driven approach. High-energy store manager bringing extensive experience in retail settings. Sets and enforces consistent standards to maintain staff satisfaction and meet performance targets. Dynamic relationship-builder with organized nature and sound judgment focused on maximizing team efficiency.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience
15
15
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

Freelancer, Consulente, Progettista Di Interni

Private Clients
10.2024 - Current
  • Enhanced client satisfaction by delivering high-quality work within deadlines.
  • Adapted quickly to changing project requirements, demonstrating flexibility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Renovations and artistic direction of construction site works, interior design consultancy, interior furnishings consultancy, intermediary for the purchase of luxury furnishings.
  • Consultancy for private clients for interior renovations and furniture purchases, sale of professional services such as: interior design, interior consultancy and choice of furnishings, materials and finishes.
  • Personal shopper for foreign clients guiding them in the selection and purchase of luxury furnishings between various showrooms in Milan and companies in Brianza and Veneto.
  • Intermediary and guide for private clients for the purchase and choice of interior finishes and furnishings.
  • Metric and photographic surveys, inspections, and relative reporting in 2D (AutoCAD) of the current state, Client Interviews, Preparation of 2D project drafts, freehand sketches, 3D if necessary and mood board.
  • Preparation and presentation of the final project 2D + 3D + mood board and finishing/furniture tables.
  • Artistic direction on construction site.
  • Organize the days of visits to furniture showrooms and tiles companies, plan appointments in conjunction with the client's possibilities, organize presentations of products of interest.

Responsabile Showroom, Addetto Alla Vendita

Idrosanitaria Civital Srl
09.2023 - 10.2024
  • Customer technical assistance, showroom set-up, product selection, new showroom restyling project
  • Inspections of private homes, proposals and solutions for bathroom furnishings, preparation of estimates and technical graphics, and interiors using autocad and 3cad, customer contact, customer consultancy and illustration of materials
  • Bathroom design
  • Contacts with companies and seller agent
  • Selection of supplier companies
  • Sales and assistance of plumbing and heating products and bathroom furnishings
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Developed customized solutions for clients'' unique needs, resulting in improved satisfaction and loyalty.
  • Responded to customers' complaints regarding service and product quality to solve issues.

Titolare E Amministratore

Stile Interni srl
01.2009 - 01.2023
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Negotiated contracts with suppliers for better pricing and terms, reducing overall costs for the business.
  • Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Sellers management
  • Team selection
  • Selection of supplier companies
  • Interior design and implementation with artistic direction, interior renovations
  • Expanded product offerings by researching market trends and identifying potential growth opportunities.
  • Led negotiations for major contracts, securing favorable terms that significantly reduced costs.
  • Directly responsible for foreign contracts for the supply and design of furniture and interior design assistance, in the UK, South Africa and Bulgaria

Addetto Vendite

Interior Design World
10.2004 - 05.2007
  • Greeted customers and helped with product questions, selections, and purchases.
  • Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
  • Developed strong relationships with repeat clients, leading to increased loyalty and return visits.
  • Handled returns and exchanges professionally, resolving customer issues while adhering to company policies.
  • Increased sales revenue through effective product recommendations tailored to individual customers.
  • Consistently met personal sales goals through proactive engagement with customers and upselling techniques when appropriate.
  • Listened to customer needs and desires to identify and recommend optimal products.

Management of Mobile Van for Food and Beverage Sup

Benugo Ltd London
06.2002 - 06.2003
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
  • Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.

Education

Laurea - Scienze dell'Architettura

Università Federico II
Napoli
09.2008 - 08.2010

Interior Design

Corso Privato 3D StudioMax E Vray Render
Napoli
07-2010

Attestato Professionale - Interior Design

PSL - Corsi Professionali
Napoli
04.2001 - 01.2007

High School Diploma -

Istituto Tecnico Superiore Per Geometri
Campania
05.1996 - 08.2003

Skills

    Project coordination

    Customer relationship management

    Skilled negotiator

    Leadership in sales teams

    Engaging product demonstrations

    Material selection

    Space planning and design

    Customer needs assessment

    Sales development

    Customer service

    Product sales

    Team development

    AutoCAD proficiency

    Interior detailing, Hand sketching, Color theory, Ergonomics

    Color theory

    Ergonomics

    Project management

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 04/14/81
  • Nationality: Italiana
  • Driving License: A, B

Software

AutoCad 2d/3d

Office suite

3DSMax

Vray rendering

ScketckUp

3Cad

Metron

Timeline

Freelancer, Consulente, Progettista Di Interni

Private Clients
10.2024 - Current

Responsabile Showroom, Addetto Alla Vendita

Idrosanitaria Civital Srl
09.2023 - 10.2024

Titolare E Amministratore

Stile Interni srl
01.2009 - 01.2023

Laurea - Scienze dell'Architettura

Università Federico II
09.2008 - 08.2010

Addetto Vendite

Interior Design World
10.2004 - 05.2007

Management of Mobile Van for Food and Beverage Sup

Benugo Ltd London
06.2002 - 06.2003

Attestato Professionale - Interior Design

PSL - Corsi Professionali
04.2001 - 01.2007

High School Diploma -

Istituto Tecnico Superiore Per Geometri
05.1996 - 08.2003

Interior Design

Corso Privato 3D StudioMax E Vray Render
Gaetano FerraroInterior Design , Sales Manager