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Santa Monica, Ca, Us

Educates students on proper alignment, breathing techniques, and meditation practices, ensuring a safe and effective practice environment.Maintains a welcoming and supportive class environment, fostering a positive atmosphere that encourages regular participation and personal growth.Incorporates current trends and research in yoga and wellness into sessions to keep practices fresh and relevant.Promotes workshops, special events, and teacher trainings, leading initiatives to increase client base and community involvement.Ensures the cleanliness and safety of the studio environment, adhering to health and hygiene standards.

Santa Monica, California, United States

Educates students on proper alignment, breathing techniques, and meditation practices, ensuring a safe and effective practice environment.Maintains a welcoming and supportive class environment, fostering a positive atmosphere that encourages regular participation and personal growth.Incorporates current trends and research in yoga and wellness into sessions to keep practices fresh and relevant.Ensures the cleanliness and safety of the studio environment, adhering to health and hygiene standards.

Educates students on proper alignment, breathing techniques, and meditation practices, ensuring a safe and effective practice environment.Maintains a welcoming and supportive class environment, fostering a positive atmosphere that encourages regular participation and personal growth.Incorporates current trends and research in yoga and wellness into sessions to keep practices fresh and relevant.Ensures the cleanliness and safety of the studio environment, adhering to health and hygiene standards.

Santa Monica, California, United States

Provided motivational leadership and mentorship, effectively addressing the needs of both team members and clients.Managed recruitment and onboarding, ensuring a smooth integration of new hires into the store/studio.Trained and developed team leaders and associates, enhancing team performance and professional growth.Built strong relationships within the studio and local community, fostering collaboration and engagement.Ensured compliance with company and class policies, maintaining high operational standards.Coached team on time management and task prioritization, boosting productivity and focus.Oversaw financial and administrative tasks, including deposits, business reports, payroll, and staff schedules.Managed daily studio operations, including supervising staff, addressing maintenance issues, and providing client support.Addressed and resolved maintenance issues, coordinating with professionals to keep the studio in optimal condition.Ordered and managed inventory of office and studio supplies, ensuring essentials were always available.Implemented cleaning schedules and checklists, maintaining high standards of cleanliness and hygiene.Monitored and maintained equipment functionality, including sound systems, lighting, mics, headsets, bikes, and bags.Managed client supplies, ensuring availability of shoes, gloves, mats, and towels.Resolved client issues efficiently, fostering long-term relationships and satisfaction.Advised staff on client service strategies, improving problem resolution and customer experience.Analyzed class attendance and trends, adjusting schedules and offerings to meet client preferences.Educated staff on promotional offers and sales techniques, driving engagement and revenue.Developed a positive studio culture, creating an inviting environment for clients.Planned and executed studio events, enhancing community involvement and client engagement.

Developed and curated on-brand content for Instagram.Supported posting and community management, ensuring timely updates and fostering active interactions with followers.

Educated students on proper alignment, breathing techniques, and meditation practices, ensuring a safe and effective practice environment.Maintained a welcoming and supportive class environment, fostering a positive atmosphere that encourages regular participation and personal growth.Incorporated current trends and research in yoga and wellness into sessions to keep practices fresh and relevant.Ensured the cleanliness and safety of the studio environment, adhering to health and hygiene standards.

Los Angeles, California, United States

Developed and executed social media strategies aligned with business objectives, enhancing brand visibility and engagement.Created compelling, on-brand content for Instagram, driving audience interaction and growth.Managed and optimized social media accounts, ensuring consistent and effective brand messaging.Built and nurtured strategic partnerships with brands and influencers, and analyzed Instagram metrics to continuously refine and improve strategies.

Venice, California

Oversaw all marketing operations and activities within the marketing department, driving strategic initiatives.Administered the creation and publishing of high-quality, original content across all channels to enhance brand presence.Developed and executed marketing strategies aligned with company objectives, setting deliberate goals and planning initiatives.Planned and coordinated marketing campaigns and photoshoots, ensuring alignment with brand messaging and objectives.Implemented a content calendar to manage and schedule timely marketing campaigns, optimizing content delivery.Integrated multi-channel marketing efforts, including social media, email, print, and digital platforms, for cohesive brand messaging.Managed social media marketing campaigns, including content creation, curation, and engagement to boost brand visibility.Acted as a brand advocate on social media, engaging with audiences, addressing inquiries, and fostering positive brand interactions.Enhanced brand awareness and online reputation through strategic social media engagement and content management.Developed and expanded community and influencer outreach efforts, building strong relationships to amplify brand reach.Oversaw the Ambassador and Instructor Programs, managing relationships and program effectiveness.Analyzed Instagram metrics and adjusted strategies, optimizing campaign performance based on data insights.Compiled and presented reports for management, summarizing marketing performance and recommending improvements.

Venice, California

Curated and managed content for social media, delivering high-quality, brand-consistent messaging.Served as the company's social media ambassador, actively engaging in conversations, addressing inquiries, and enhancing brand reputation.Boosted brand awareness and cultivated a positive online presence through strategic interactions and content management.Expanded community and influencer outreach, building valuable partnerships to enhance brand visibility and credibility.Monitored Instagram metrics and refined strategies based on performance insights, optimizing campaign effectiveness.Managed showroom operations, including the organization and maintenance of samples for photoshoots and meetings.Coordinated the preparation and setup of showroom displays, ensuring optimal presentation of products for client interactions and promotional events.Oversaw inventory and logistics of showroom samples, ensuring timely availability for marketing and business purposes.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Introduced yoga and meditation to children aged 3-8 through engaging school programs and summer camps, fostering early mindfulness and physical well-being.Designed age-appropriate yoga curriculums that incorporated playful and interactive techniques to captivate young learners and enhance their engagement.Conducted dynamic and fun yoga classes, tailored to the developmental stages of children, focusing on improving flexibility, balance, and concentration.Implemented creative mindfulness exercises and relaxation techniques to help children manage stress and develop emotional resilience.Created and maintained a positive and inclusive environment in classes, ensuring all children felt supported and motivated to participate.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Oversaw daily store operations, ensuring effective control over all aspects including customer service, operational efficiency, and loss prevention.Promoted and upheld high standards of customer care, consistently delivering exceptional service and addressing client needs with professionalism.Led, mentored, and motivated the team, fostering a collaborative and productive work environment to achieve store goals and enhance employee performance.Directed visual merchandising and display installations, creating visually appealing displays that drive customer engagement and support sales objectives.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Provided exceptional customer service, greeting clients warmly and addressing inquiries about class schedules, memberships, and studio policies.Managed class bookings and membership registrations using studio software, ensuring accurate and timely processing of transactions.Handled daily administrative tasks, including phone calls, emails, and client communications, to support smooth studio operations.Processed payments for classes, memberships, and retail items, maintaining accuracy and confidentiality in financial transactions.Maintained an organized and welcoming front desk area, ensuring a clean and inviting environment for clients and visitors.Promoted studio events, workshops, and special offers, enhancing client engagement and driving participation in studio programs.Managed inventory of studio supplies and retail merchandise, ordering and restocking items as needed to maintain availability.

Santa Barbara, California Area

Upheld and enhanced high standards for customer service, operational efficiency, visual presentation, and loss prevention, ensuring a consistent and exceptional store experience.Provided personalized styling and fitting services, assisting customers with fashion choices and enhancing their shopping experience.Collaborated with the Visual Manager to install displays, contributing to impactful visual merchandising that drives sales and attracts customers.

200 Hour Yoga Teacher Training Certification, Viniyoga

Lived and studied in Bali for six weeks where I completed an intensive 200 hour teacher training under the instruction of Alicia Cheung.

Associate’S Degree, Psychology