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Portland, Me, Us

Portland, Maine, United States

Maine, United States

• Managed the end-to-end recruitment process, including sourcing, screening, interviewing, and onboarding new hires• Coordinated with leadership to stabilize compliance reporting, successfully navigating company policy and state and federal labor law with lowered compliance issues over a six month period• Successfully conducted a thorough compensation analysis that informed a salary adjustment, ensuring market competitiveness which decreased YOY turnover in high-attrition roles• Facilitated succession planning initiatives through in-depth analysis of employee demographics and performance data, leading to an increase in internal promotion rates• Led targeted training programs that addressed skill gaps, resulting in a 10% increase in team efficiency and overall reduction in external training costs

Damariscotta, Maine, United States

• Implemented promotion strategies to enhance the customer experience, increase profitability, and expand relationships with brands, distributors, and industry partners • Initiated a comprehensive approach to yield positive results, such as achieving 6% year-over-year growth in 2021 and maintaining the same growth rate in 2022• Successfully increased category performance by 15% in 2021 by analyzing movement reports and market trends• Effectively grew my team by implementing skills and career development strategies which fostered a positive work environment for members to grow both personally and professionally• Established a loyal customer base by prioritizing a reliable shopping experience, ensuring consistent product availability, and diversifying category options• Developed stronger ties with local partners by identifying coaching opportunities to increase product availability and direct-to-consumer marketing platforms to form better brand recognition

Los Angeles, California

• Led visual merchandising initiatives for a prominent retail brand, elevating store aesthetics and enhancing the customer shopping experience.• Utilized strong analytical skills to assess sales data and customer feedback, enabling data-driven decisions to optimize product placement and inventory management, resulting in a 10% reduction in stockouts and improved overall customer satisfaction.• Collaborated with cross-functional teams, including marketing and store management, to conceptualize and execute fresh display campaigns, ensuring brand consistency and driving foot traffic during key promotional periods.

Brunswick, Maine

• Spearheaded employee engagement programs for a diverse workforce, fostering a positive and inclusivework culture. Implemented monthly team-building activities, recognition initiatives, and wellnessprograms, resulting in long term employee satisfaction.• Developed and executed comprehensive communication strategies to keep employees informed andengaged. Utilized various platforms, including newsletters, intranet, and social media, to disseminaterelevant updates, company news, and recognition, resulting in a 30% increase in employee participationin company-wide events.• Conducted regular surveys and feedback sessions to gauge employee sentiment and identify areas forimprovement. Utilized feedback data to tailor engagement strategies, resulting increasedemployee feedback scores and an enhanced sense of belonging among team members.

Portland, Maine

• Assisted the Senior Property Manager with the property portfolio of over 350 units in Southern Maine and New Hampshire • Balanced monthly budgets for three properties to maintain and grow healthy financial expectations• Interviewed applicants to fill occupancy at available housing units • Upheld Avesta Housing’s customer service standards during resident conflicts, building maintenance issues, and compliance

Portland, Maine

• Successfully organized and executed large-scale tourism events, including destination showcases, cultural festivals, and adventure expeditions, attracting international and domestic attendees. Collaborated with local vendors, hotels, and tourism boards to ensure seamless event logistics and deliver unforgettable experiences, garnering positive media coverage and increasing tourist visits.• Developed innovative marketing campaigns to promote tourism events and destinations, utilizing social media, email marketing, and strategic partnerships to reach a wider audience. Leveraged data analytics to track campaign performance, resulting in a 30% increase in event registrations and a 20% growth in online engagement.• Conducted thorough event evaluations and post-event surveys to gather attendee feedback and measure event impact. Utilized insights to continuously improve event offerings and create tailored experiences, leading to increased customer satisfaction and repeat business from key clients and partners.

• Promoted the University of Southern Maine as an institution for academic success to 1,000+ first year and transfer students• Fostered connections between students, professors, faculty, and university officials to enhance the college experience• Provided specific information to parents or guardians about their investment in the student’s pursuit of higher education

• Collaborated with campus resources to educate students on the importance of community, healthy living, and academic integrity• Used clear and effective communication to de-escalate situations that violated university policy• Provided a safe living environment for approximately 300 residential students