As a book buyer at a small queer feminist bookstore, I'm involved in curating and managing the store's SFF collection in alignment with its directive of uplifting voices that are underrepresented in the publishing industry. Responsibilities include market research, data entry, inventory management, reviewing books to help guide customers and increase sales, and providing assistance in various capacities as needed to support the overall operations of the bookstore.• Utilizing a combination of seasonal frontlist catalogs, book reviewers, industry news, and monitoring backlist sales to curate dynamic stock representative of diverse authors and themes in line with store ethos.• 97% increase in SFF sales and a 40% expansion of that collection since I began my position.• Streamlined our Standard Operating Procedures for product uploads, resulting in less confusion and human error. • Attend Winter Institute, NEIBA Conferences, and maintain relationships with publisher representatives to sustain up-to-date knowledge of emerging industry trends

Crafty Queer Studio is a small but mighty queer-owned and operated business that focuses exclusively on fun, affordable, and inclusive LGBTQ+ accessories. Everything at Crafty Queer Studio is individually handmade or designed, with a wide, inclusive selection for *everyone* under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella and their allies. We offer DTC, bulk, and wholesale and currently work with a number of organizations, schools, and small businesses.I manage end-to-end business operations from design to data entry to marketing. I formulate and execute strategic plans to stay relevant and necessary to target audiences while maintaining overall financial health. I handle all communication with customers, organizations, and other businesses, ensuring strong relationships and customer satisfaction.• Creative product design and development as well as bookkeeping, inventory management, marketing and sales, strategic planning, financial management, and order fulfillment.• Effectively reach target audiences through wholesale outreach, email marketing, social media, and events resulting in over 20% increase in gross sales year over year since 2021 as well as brand recognition and loyalty.• Created and maintain a professional branded e-commerce website.