Started out part-time as an associate, handling social media, laying out display cases, and administrative duties. Currently full time working on social media, print and digital marketing, website and graphic design, customer relations, and new consignment opportunities.

Interim Director of 501c organization that strives to promote agricultural education and knowledge of Texas heritage to youth and the community. As director, I am responsible for organizing all volunteers and committees, keeping in close contact with board of directors, overall bookkeeping, managing and booking facilities for events, building promotional campaigns, managing social media and website, designing graphics, ordering materials, communicating with all outside vendors and maintenance professionals, organizing school tours for approximately 1500 students during April, and acquiring sponsorship and donations.

-write press releases, media advisories and other media kit items.-produce and edit graphics and templates-handle media on and off grounds-research new outlets for media coverage-find stories and prep subjects for interviews-coordinate between different media outlets and publicists for permissions

Studied mass communication/public relations and sociology with extra coursework in Agriculture Business; Will graduate Summer 2015.

Continually applied high levels of energy to provide customers with drinks and a great experience. Worked under extreme pressure due to sizeable crowds for sold out concerts, to deliver product without a register. Greeted guests warmly while managing inventory and avidly checking correct identification.

Opened a brand new workforce housing facility in Kenedy, TX. Launched an innkeeping program, incorporated personal programming. Created logos and marketing material. Provided graphics for flyers and grand opening invitations. Planned a grand opening event. Able to turn over rooms, book clients, and invoice companies all single handedly. Created an inventory system for housekeeping, toiletry and general store products. Managed the front desk and receptionist/check-in duties. On call 24/7.

Required memorization of products, specials, as well as, daily concerts, surrounding festivals and city ordinances (river rules). Provide excellent service in a fast and courteous manner. Cleaned restaurant, tables, storefront, and dishes. Delivered food, for not only section, but also those of others and the bar. Participated and won sales competitions for various drink and menu items. One of three trainers for incoming employees. Greeted customers with a warm and inviting attitude while directing them in an authoritative nature to an appropriate area. Managed conflict calmly and in the most effective manner to ensure return customers. Experienced in handling diverse clientele and executing supreme problem solving.

Created publications (constantcontact, flyers, brochures, mail outs, letterheads, graphics). Brainstormed fundraising ideas for business and teams. Attended chamber and marketing events. Promoted business at local sporting goods stores, fields, tournaments, etc. Updated social sites and website. Designed and distributed weekly newsletter. Booked lessons and rentals. Took messages and scheduled meetings between, clients, sponsors, and staff. Researched and executed custom marketing plans. Performed general bookkeeping duties. Prepared invoices and collected dues. Booked hotels and aligned travel/flight plans for multiple teams.