I was elected by the citizens of Orchard Park NY to make policy, oversee the School Superintendant and set a budget for the Orchard Park School District.

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Assistant Store Manager Responsible for day to day operations, brand recognition and reputation, encompassing all aspects of customer service and care. • Project Management: In 2002, during store build-out, selected initial merchandise assortment, created wine and spirit floor plan, store sets, and plan-o-grams, and led a team of full and part-time associates in coordination of store set-up.• Projected sales and costs for newly launched products and tracked analysis on existing product. • Designed, documented and delivered a series of Wine Education courses geared toward a customer audience with a widely varied knowledge base. Trained additional presenters.• Created and maintained a social media presence for the store on Facebook and Twitter. Created a reach of 4 thousand customers, with 20% visiting the store.• Actively engaged customers, ensuring their needs are met or exceeded. Resolved complex, highly time sensitive issues for internal and external customers. • Managed Internet Sales to increase order processing efficiency by 50%. Set policy for Customer ID/password access issues, Customer data privacy and change management, order packing, shipping and tracking management.• Published Author of articles on Wines and Spirit products, regions and traditions.• Researched current trends and proactively ensured acquisition of consumer desired products in stock.• Managed, engaged and empowered a staff of thirty. Responsible for staff product and customer experience education, scheduling and managerial floor support and procurement of seasonal personal.• Organized and promoted wine events ensuring compliance of New York State Laws. • Featured Industry Speaker at Trade Events • Wineries Unlimited How to sell to a Retailer • Americas Grape Festival Tasting and Touring at Local Wineries • Great Lakes Festival Wine and Food Pairing

As a John Maxwell Certified Coach, Teacher and Speaker, I can offer you workshops, seminars, keynote speaking, and coaching, aiding your personal and professional growth through study and practical application of John’s proven leadership methods. Working together, I will move you and/or your team or organization in the desired direction to reach your goals.

I review and rate Mezcals for Dave Miller's Mexico, a tourism blog designed to promote Oaxacan culture. My reviews are used by retailers and wholesalers to educate consumers about Mezcal.

Strategic Consulting, supporting the business and professional business interests & promoting business contacts between the US and countries of interest.

Assisted with new students and children. Taught basic moves, blocks and stances and well as beginning Kata.

Worked directly with customers and helped organize and schedule the wine department.