Anne Nichelson Email & Phone Number

New Bedford, Ma, Us

I specialize in sculptural wax carving - hand carving unique designs starting from jeweler's wax - and other metalsmithing. I also offer a line of custom sentimental jewelry - personalized sterling silver and 14k gold pendants created from fingerprint impressions. fortenna jewelry is available online retail at fortenna.com and also wholesale at faire.com.Additional areas of expertise related to managing my e-commerce store (fortenna.com) include: > Product Optimization: Manage product data, including tagging, categorization, descriptions, images, and specifications to enhance search visibility and customer experience.>Promotional Strategy: Execute discount codes, sales events, and other promotional activities to drive sales and increase customer engagement.> Visual Merchandising: Design and optimize product listings, implement cross-selling and upselling techniques, and create engaging visual elements to improve conversion rates.> Content Management: Develop and maintain compelling website content, including homepage, landing pages, and product descriptions, to enhance SEO and user experience.Visit fortenna.com and follow updates @fortenna_jewelry.

Rhode Island, United States

Mission: To enrich young children’s lives through foreign languages. I identified new program sites, developed agreements, designed curriculum, and recruited/trained community volunteers for early childhood Spanish language classes. Classes took place at child care centers, preschools, libraries, and summer camps. Also, I managed operations, led fundraising and marketing activities, managed financials, and led board meetings as Chair. Hooray for Languages was a Rhode Island non-profit organization, a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt public charity.

Providence, Rhode Island Area

NYSE: UNFI - leading grocery industry leader/premier wholesale food distributor. I managed relationships with company's business units, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.

Providence, Ri

As Director, I coached, evaluated, and led Marketing Publications, Creative, and Event teams (4 direct reports; 20 employees total) and was responsible for budget planning and management ($6.5 million budget). Also, I developed results-driven programs to support various channels of trade, worked with cross-functional groups on a regular basis to open new distribution centers, and served as a liaison with newly acquired companies to integrate marketing needs and support sales efforts.

Fall River, Massachusetts, United States

(Stirrings, a subsidiary of DIAGEO plc (DEO)) I developed and implemented international business strategies for Stirrings brand cocktail products in over 10 countries and formed partnerships with importers, distributors, and brokers to identify new opportunities, set sales objectives, and develop retail and trade programming for key accounts in multiple distribution channels. After Diageo acquired Stirrings, I was appointed as key member of Diageo global integration team, working with cross-functional groups on a daily basis.Project Manager & Training Specialist (2007)I designed and implemented training programs for 30 sales team members, equipping them with information and tools to better promote and understand Stirrings products. Trained Sales members on CRM and maintained database.Trade Marketing Assistant/Specialist (2006-2007)I collaborated with merchandising and branding agencies to create point-of-sale displays and marketing/sales collateral to effectively convey the Stirrings brand. I also organized national liquor partnership activities and trade shows (domestic & international) in key markets.

Cusco, Cuzco, Peru

While living/working in Peru, I developed and implemented a targeted marketing strategy for the volunteer and study abroad company with sites and institutional relationships in Peru, Belize, and Mexico. I conducted over 20 meetings in the U.S. over one month to promote programs in the environment, social/economic development, and health.

New York, New York, United States

I advised 200+ visiting faculty and scholars on immigration, visa, and employment matters, specializing in the Exchange Visitor (J) non‐immigrant visa. I also prepared information to submit to the Department of Labor for H‐1B visa sponsorships. I began as an Administrative Aide 2002‐2003 serving as the initial point of contact for international scholars and conducting weekly orientation sessions. I also managed three student assistants. While I was working full-time in my role, I was also pursuing my master's degree part-time at NYU in International Education.

Jewelry Making + Design Continuing Education Selected Coursework, Jewelry Making + Design

Mba

Bsba, Finance And New & Small Business Management

Ma, International Education

Concentrations: Cross-cultural Exchange & Training and Latin America

Junior Year Abroad Programme, Commerce