Charissa Jones

Charissa Jones is the current Copy Chief at Fast Company. Prior to their current position, Charissa was a Merchandising Supervisor at Bed Bath & Beyond from October 2020 to August 2022. In this role, they oversaw and directed the merchandising activities in an assigned area of the store. Charissa also lead a merchandise department within the store by demonstrating advanced product knowledge and leading merchandise responsibilities (for example, restocking, organization and display, price changes). Providing coaching and training to associates on team and throughout the store as needed, Charissa was also responsible for Leader On Duty responsibilities as needed.

Before their role at Bed Bath & Beyond, Charissa was a Store Supervisor at Lidl US from September 2019 to October 2020. In this role, they were responsible for ensuring excellent customer service by meeting customer needs. This included providing clear and direct communication to both customers and colleagues, as well as motivating employees and creating a results-focused working environment. Additionally, Charissa ensured that all store spaces were clean, well maintained, and properly merchandised. Charissa also facilitated the opening and closing of the store, received deliveries, operated the cash register while following all cash handling procedures, performed daily cash office operational functions, and monitored loss prevention efforts within the store.

Charissa Jones has a Bachelor's degree in Social Work from Fayetteville State University and a High School Diploma from Pine Forest High School.

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