Johnna Benson Email & Phone Number

Maryland, United States

Olney, Maryland, United States

African Palms, USA – Olney, MD www.africanpalmsusa.org February 2018 – CurrentMarketing Director, Bookkeeper, Sales Coordinator• Reconciles Bank and Credit Card accounts monthly through QuickBooks and in charge of accounts receivables. • Maintains website, manages inventory and online ordering platforms (GoDaddy, Square, PayPal). • Enters customer orders and payments, proficient in customer service. Creates digital campaigns through multiple social media platforms and Google. o Increased Facebook Page Likes by 336%. • Participates in, quarterly Board Meetings and budget discussions. • Plans and manages fundraising events as small as ten people up to 200 people in person and virtually.• Grant Co-Author for the building and construction of St. Catherine’s School for Girls, Tanzania. Awarded $66,000 by the United Thank Offering fund in 2020.

Rockville, Maryland, United States

Gilly’s Craft Beer & Fine Wine – Rockville, MD www.gillyscbfw.com June 2008 – November 2018Business Owner/Operator• Founded Gilly’s, a boutique deli, craft beer and wine pub and retail store. Critically acclaimed by the Washington Post, Food Network Magazine, Travel Magazine and other local publications. • Grew sales for 10 straight years, starting at $400,000.00 in 2008 to $1,450,000.00 in 2018. • Managed daily operations, including supervising a staff of 20 employees, including two managers. • Maintained website, WIX for online orders, and all social media. • Buyer of all goods including deli products, craft beer and wine. Maintained a retail selection totaling over $125,000.00 and over 800 products. • Responsible for book-keeping, payroll, preparing tax documents, and maintaining employee schedules. • Engaged with patrons and community members via special events, fundraisers, annual festival and classes