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New York, New York, United States

Santa Cruz, California, United States

Lead customers through a positive and meaningful experience of tasting the vast library of Stockwell Cellar's wines which utilized old and new world wine making techniques. Created and implemented wine promotion strategies to increase sales of specific wines and boost customer loyalty through Stockwell Cellar's wine club. Was responsible for social media marketing through Instagram and Facebook. Managed both front end and back end of inventory. Was occasionally utilized for external sales by canvasing of the local region for new accounts and service current accounts. Would work directly with restaurant managers, liquor store owners, and bar managers to add to their current wine list that featured a variety of styles and wine varietals that appealed to a broad range of customers.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Successfully assisted in the opening of the Funk Zone location for Fess Parker Winery, which was accredited by Wines and Spirits as one of the Top 100 Wineries in the world during both 2022 and 2023. Primary duties entailed giving patrons an excellent experience through a journey of wine tasting. Was required to have a deep knowledge of all wines produced by Fess Parker Winery. Became very knowledgeable of the Santa Barbara AVA and the different wine varietals that are specialized in that region. Position also included completing the sale of wine club memberships. Oversaw inventory of wines at the location and properly received shipments.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Primary duties included planning two recruitment cycles at UCSB (Fall and Spring Quarters) for any male identifying student at UCSB as well as facilitating the entirety of recruitment. Was tasked with generating promotional marketing pieces to distribute to the student body which included, social media ads, email marketing blasts, and generating physical pamphlets to be handed out to students at orientation. Was also responsible for communicating with fraternity chapter presidents and their recruitment chairs to ensure a smooth recruitment process. Also, was responsible for responding and solving any and all questions received by students, professors, and UCSB employees about the process in a timely manner.Was recognized for organizing the largest IFC sanctioned recruitment cycle at University of California, Santa Barbara since 2017.

Santa Barbara, California, United States

Was responsible for the coordination of all recruitment activities for the Delta Psi chapter of Delta Tau Delta Fraternity. Created recruitment promotional video which was distributed on a variety of accounts for over 30,000 accounts to see. Managed recruitment budget set by the chapter's Treasurer to ensure budget remained balanced. Utilized social media outlets such as Instagram, Facebook, and Snapchat to promote the chapter and the formal IFC sanctioned recruitment. Implemented recruitment forms for PNM's (Potential New Members) to increase outreach efforts. Worked directly with chapter Alumni to collaborate on event planning. Successfully increased the Delta Psi chapter's member number by 46% within one recruitment period.

Du​ties included providing leadership and direction to the sales associates and successfully execute company visions and values under the direction of the Store Manager. Processed incoming and outgoing transfers. Ensured that daily sales goals were met through proper sales techniques and maintained a clean and fully stocked store. Completed daily and weekly reports which were then sent to corporate sales and marketing division.

Santa Cruz, California, United States

Was properly trained and certified to Peet’s high standards for baristas. Assisted in training new employees as well as training new baristas. Successfully implemented sales techniques to boost bean sales. Helped managers receive shipments.

Santa Cruz, California, United States

Was responsible for assisting sales team and customers over live chat, phone calls, responding to emails in a timely manner and managing their accounts for one of the fastest growing companies accredited by INC 500. Created promotional offers that were distributed to prospective new accounts. Led verification for incoming new wholesale account applications and managed wholesale accounts.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Communications

Activities and Societies: Delta Tau Delta Fraternity, UCSB Roller Hockey, UCSB Mens Lacrosse, Sports Management Certification

Associate Of Science - As, Business Administration And Management, Finance