1. LISA M. RYAN
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1801 Louisville Lane Crystal Lake, IL 60014 (815) 347-4446 lisa@lovemyresults.com
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
 Results-oriented manager, educator and trainer with extensive experience designing and launching customized
beauty and wellness programs that increase market share, build brand loyalty and expand existing client base
 Experience includes designing/facilitating both international and domestic education and training programs, staff
supervision, sales, client relations, vendor relations, inventory control and developing creative marketing campaigns
 Diverse beauty and wellness background including tenures with Laura Mercier, Christian Dior and Estee Lauder
 Recognized as inspirational speaker and industry expert with strong knowledge of color technology and experience
implementing advanced beauty practices and principals across the wholesale and retail sectors
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
LOVE MY RESULTS BEAUTY, LTD. 2009 to Present
Love My Results Beauty consults with leading international esthetic and cosmetic companies in researching and identifying
the newest products and emerging trends in the beauty and wellness industry. The company educates, communicates and
applies this information with clients and beauty experts from all over the world.
Managing Director
 Received International Fashion Group’s “Rising Star” recognition as one of the top three new Chicago area businesses
in the Beauty category
 Manage and coordinate all daily operations including account management, client relations, vendor relations,
inventory management, purchasing, marketing and hiring/training freelance staff
 Manage sales operations including developing new business, conducting market and trend analysis, tracking product
sales and implementing strategic sales plans to successfully achieve monthly revenue and operational goals
 Create and implement innovative marketing campaigns including website advertising, social media promotions and
writing articles for local magazines
 Successfully create client loyalty and maintain high client retention rate by actively researching beauty trends,
products and procedures in order to advise clients on individual treatment application and product use
 Provide services for small and large scale events, photo shoots and special occasions
COSMETOLOGISTS CHICAGO 2009 to Present
Cosmetologists Chicago is the premier beauty and wellness authority in Illinois. The organization produces America’s Beauty
Show, an international event and one of the five highest attended events presented at Chicago’s McCormick Place, along with
providing advanced education programs and scholarship opportunities for over 7,000 members.
Member, Board of Directors
 Elected to the Board of Directors in 2009 and current member of the Education Committee
 Review and approve annual budget and participate in quarterly operational meetings
 Review and recommend Federal/State regulation updates and changes that impact the Beauty & Wellness industry
 Create, implement and facilitate advanced education classes for licensed professionals including classes for CEU credit
 Assist in creating strategic vision and operational procedures to ensure continued success of America’s Beauty Show
XRITE CORPORATION 2015 to Present
XRite is the global leader in color science and technology and includes color industry leader Pantone, LLC. The company
manufactures, markets and supports color solutions through measurement systems, software and customer service.
 Hired into position to complete contract assignments and projects for Cosmetic Application Department
 Evaluate and identify various hues of cosmetic products utilizing CAPSURE color matching Pantone equipment to
successfully apply proper product color to print advertising, web advertising and swatches
 Passed the Farnsworth Munsell System 100 Key Hue Test

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COLORLAB COSMETICS 2003 to 2008
Director of Education & Artistic Development
Colorlab Cosmetics is a manufacturer, distributor and retailer of custom blend cosmetics with business operations across
Europe, Mexico and the United States.
Management / Operations / Artistic Development
 Increased existing business in first year by 30% and successfully decreased operating expenses by restructuring
product demonstrations, sales events, training programs and client services initiatives
 Implemented product research and testing for the development and enhancement of new and existing product lines
 Managed seasonal product launch initiatives throughout the domestic and international markets
 Managed operations for multiple departments including coordinating logistics and facilitating communications
 Collaborated with Chief Executive Officer and multiple department heads in composing/designing articles, magazine
advertisements and point of sale support collateral to successfully fuse product launches with industry trends
 Supervised and managed staff of up to 20 industry professionals
 Hosted and facilitated highly successful beauty events at major cities across the United States and overseas; featured
presenter at many events and recognized as “corporate image” expert for beauty advice and trend information
Training
 Managed development and delivery of brand and private label training/education initiatives for clients and retail staff
 Developed curriculum and facilitated product launch training programs for new international retail brand divisions
 Designed and implemented sales training manuals and assisted in translation to French and Spanish languages
 Designed and facilitated company-wide training seminars for sales associates and customer service representatives
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYMENT
 Aura Science, Director of Color, Midwest Division, 2002 to 2003
 Laura Mercier, National Make-up Artist, 2001 to 2002
 Christian Dior Perfumes, Incorporated, Chicago Regional Make-up Artist, 1997 to 2001
 Estee Lauder, Resident Make-up Artist, 1994 to 1997
EDUCATION
 Cosmetologist License / Esthetician License, California Cosmetology College, San Francisco, California
 Associate of Arts, Business Merchandising, Long Beach State University, Long Beach, California
RECOGNITIONS
 Regularly featured as industry expert on television spots produced by ABC, CNN, FOX, NBC and other media outlets
 Designed custom lipstick featured in celebrity gift bags for 2005 Grammy Awards
Grand Openings & Events
 Colorlab Custom Cosmetics Ribbon Cutting Ceremony, Macys Flagship Stores, Chicago and San Francisco locations
 Colorlab Custom Cosmetics Celebrity and Press Launch, Selfridges, London, England
 Colorlab Custom Cosmetics Press Launch, Featured Artist, Cosmetica, Mexico City, Mexico
 Jezebel Boutique Grand Opening, Featured Artist, London, England
 Galleries Lafayette Event, Featured Artist, Paris, France
Featured Guest Speaker
 Ask the Experts Panel, Esthetics Show, Chicago, Illinois
 Updating Marketing Strategies in Cosmetics, Esthetics Show, Las Vegas, Nevada
 Cosmetic Enhancement for The Career Women, various women’s groups throughout Chicago area
Magazine Features and Articles
 United States: Lucky, Mademoiselle, Launchpad, Skin Inc., Happy and Day Spa
 United Kingdom: Bazaar and Vogue
 Mexico: ELLE