Demo Regional Coordinator
CurrentAs the Demos Regional Coordinator for Row 7 Seeds, I play a key role in managing and executing the tasting demo programs for Whole Foods locations across New York City, Long Island, Westchester County, New Jersey, and Connecticut. My role involves overseeing in-store demonstrations, ensuring smooth operations, effective team collaboration, and quality customer experiences. Key responsibilities include:Program Coordination & Execution: Managed logistics for tasting demo programs, including scheduling, setup, and execution at multiple Whole Foods locations. I also assisted in coordinating supplies and inventory for all demo locations in the Northeast, ensuring Row 7’s organic produce was available and well-presented.Team Leadership & Training: Led and trained a team of 12 cooks, providing ongoing development and real-time feedback during demos. I ensured all team members were fully prepared to deliver high-quality food demonstrations and tastings, maintaining strong team communication and performance.Project Management & Scheduling: Supported the Regional Manager in executing comprehensive plans for the demo program. I monitored progress, addressed operational challenges, and made necessary adjustments to ensure the success of each event. Additionally, I managed the demo schedule through Whole Foods' Interactions software, maintaining coordination across all regional locations to ensure consistent and timely execution of each demonstration.Data Collection & Reporting: Collected and analyzed demo performance data, providing insights and post-program reports that informed future strategies and program improvements.Stakeholder Communication: Maintained clear and efficient communication between Row 7 Cooks, Whole Foods management, and the Regional Manager, ensuring alignment on program goals, timelines, and execution.