Darcy Lynch
West Plains
Summary
Compassionate and experienced professional with a strong background in project coordination, client service, and design consulting. Proven skills in employee training and business ownership enhance ability to create meaningful experiences. Committed to enriching the lives of seniors and fostering a warm, engaging community for residents and families as a Life Enrichment Coordinator.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner / Design Consultant
Creating Castles / Design Services
Fort Collins, Colorado
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Provided personalized decorating and design consultations for residential and commercial clients.
- Guided clients in designing comfortable, functional, and welcoming spaces aligned with their needs and lifestyle.
- Focused on creating spaces that reflected each client's personality while enhancing comfort, functionality, and everyday living.
- Coordinated project details and fostered positive relationships with clients and vendors to ensure seamless execution.
- Designed spaces that reflected each client's personality while optimizing comfort and functionality for everyday living.
Construction & Facilities Support Coordinator
Qualcomm Incorporated
San Diego, California
01.2004 - 01.2010
- Delivered responsive service and support to Qualcomm employees, fostering trusted relationships through dependable assistance.
- Trained employees on new online travel booking systems through effective one-on-one and small-group instruction, enhancing user proficiency.
- Coordinated employee-focused projects and special events, including Qualcomm's annual "Day at the Track."
- Collaborated across departments to provide exceptional internal customer service, ensuring timely resolution of employee needs.
Senior Travel Assistant / Senior Department Support Assistant
Qualcomm Incorporated
San Diego, California
01.1998 - 01.2004
Supervisor, Administrative Services
Qualcomm Incorporated
San Diego, California
01.1997 - 01.1998
Secretary / Project Assistant
Qualcomm Incorporated
San Diego, California
01.1995 - 01.1996
Education
Master Home Staging Certification -
Staging Studio
Interior Design Studies -
Design Institute of San Diego
Fashion Illustration -
Ray Vogue College of Design
High School Diploma -
Galesburg Senior High School
Skills
- Customer Service Excellence
- Relationship Building
- Active Listening
- Verbal & Written communication
- Event & Activity Coordination
- Teaching & Encouraging Others
- Project coordination
- Creative Problem Solving
- Decorating & Seasonal Displays
- Small Business Operations
- Microsoft Office
COMMUNITY & SERVICE
Participated in a church mission trip to Alaska., Served as a family caregiver for nearly three years., Built meaningful friendships with seniors by providing companionship, transportation, assistance with household projects, seasonal decorating, and ongoing support., Enjoy creating opportunities that bring people together through creativity, celebration, and shared experiences.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS
- Former Class B Commercial Driver License (CDL) with Passenger Endorsement and Air Brake certification.
- Previous CPR training; willing to renew certification.
- Comfortable organizing events, coordinating projects, and creating engaging experiences.
- Comfortable learning new technology and software systems.
- Enjoy teaching, encouraging, and supporting individuals and small groups.
Timeline
Owner / Design Consultant
Creating Castles / Design Services
01.2018 - 01.2023
Construction & Facilities Support Coordinator
Qualcomm Incorporated
01.2004 - 01.2010
Senior Travel Assistant / Senior Department Support Assistant
Qualcomm Incorporated
01.1998 - 01.2004
Supervisor, Administrative Services
Qualcomm Incorporated
01.1997 - 01.1998
Secretary / Project Assistant
Qualcomm Incorporated
01.1995 - 01.1996
Master Home Staging Certification -
Staging Studio
Interior Design Studies -
Design Institute of San Diego
Fashion Illustration -
Ray Vogue College of Design
High School Diploma -
Galesburg Senior High School