Stephanie Valenzuela Email & Phone Number

Nosara, Guanacaste Province, Cr

Nosara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Marketing and Operations Manager at Shift EsperanzaI'm excited to share my recent promotion to Marketing and Operations Manager at Shift Esperanza, achieved within just six months of joining the team. In this role, I'll be at the forefront of enhancing our marketing strategies, streamlining operations, and managing impactful community events. Additionally, I'm tasked with launching a new business venture aimed at generating a fresh revenue stream and deepening our community… Show more Marketing and Operations Manager at Shift EsperanzaI'm excited to share my recent promotion to Marketing and Operations Manager at Shift Esperanza, achieved within just six months of joining the team. In this role, I'll be at the forefront of enhancing our marketing strategies, streamlining operations, and managing impactful community events. Additionally, I'm tasked with launching a new business venture aimed at generating a fresh revenue stream and deepening our community engagement.This opportunity is a testament to my commitment to productivity and efficiency, which have significantly contributed to my quick advancement. I'm grateful for the trust and recognition from the Shift Esperanza team and look forward to driving further success and innovation in our projects.As I embrace this new challenge, I am keen to leverage my skills to foster growth, community connection, and operational excellence at Shift Esperanza. Join me as we continue to build a vibrant, sustainable community through our collaborative and innovative efforts. Show less

Nosara, Guanacaste, Costa Rica

Pucón, Araucanía Region, Chile

We opened our doors in March 2023 to our Pucon community and Mamacita was an immediate hit. We were the first and only Mexican restaurant in Pucon that presented live music every Friday and Saturday. This project has been the most challenging endeavor and I have learned a great deal about business management including how to manage a team of people and manage finances. My predominant role was overseeing marketing, sales, administration, and finance. My business partner and I created the… Show more We opened our doors in March 2023 to our Pucon community and Mamacita was an immediate hit. We were the first and only Mexican restaurant in Pucon that presented live music every Friday and Saturday. This project has been the most challenging endeavor and I have learned a great deal about business management including how to manage a team of people and manage finances. My predominant role was overseeing marketing, sales, administration, and finance. My business partner and I created the concept, the brand, and the menu, implemented all the software systems, hired staff, and managed contracts. This project was a very rewarding experience, where I developed excellent research skills, time management skills, confidence, and discipline. Mamacita was sold for a profit in April 2023. Show less

Pucón, Araucanía, Chile

I was responsible for marketing, sales, administration, and finance for both the hostel and restaurant businesses. My role included implementing a marketing strategy and plan, social media management, and creating sales promotions via Instagram and Facebook Ads. Creating a Google business account and managing all reviews, responding to customer emails, and searching for new sales opportunities via email and cold calling. Managing the Channel Management System (Cloudbeds) and responding to… Show more I was responsible for marketing, sales, administration, and finance for both the hostel and restaurant businesses. My role included implementing a marketing strategy and plan, social media management, and creating sales promotions via Instagram and Facebook Ads. Creating a Google business account and managing all reviews, responding to customer emails, and searching for new sales opportunities via email and cold calling. Managing the Channel Management System (Cloudbeds) and responding to emails. Creating and managing accounts in different booking systems such as Airbnb, booking.com, and hostel world. Pricing analysis and daily pricing updates based on market and competitor analysis. Researched local restaurant suppliers and managed weekly food orders. Created invoices and oversaw all payments to suppliers, created monthly sales reports for accounting, and oversaw taxes. Implemented payment systems transbank and compraqui. Presented monthly sales and financial reports to the owner. Created a volunteer program via Workpackers and Workaway. Implemented hostel policies and regulations, and reception protocols. This experience led me to create a second business. Show less

Greater San Diego Area

At Xterra Boards, I managed marketing and sales for the stand-up paddle board department. I was responsible for optimizing the e-commerce website through Shopify, providing customer service, and managing social media platforms Instagram and Facebook - including batch content creation. My role also included email marketing, data analysis, implementing marketing strategies, organising the warehouse and inventory levels, implementing new business practices and procedures, creating an influencer… Show more At Xterra Boards, I managed marketing and sales for the stand-up paddle board department. I was responsible for optimizing the e-commerce website through Shopify, providing customer service, and managing social media platforms Instagram and Facebook - including batch content creation. My role also included email marketing, data analysis, implementing marketing strategies, organising the warehouse and inventory levels, implementing new business practices and procedures, creating an influencer and affiliate program, selling on Amazon, use of YotPo, and gathering new reviews. I also represented the brand at events and expos, as well as reported to the directors of the company. This opportunity was an incredible learning experience and has given me great insight into what it takes to run an e-commerce business. I have developed stronger organisational, time management, and e-commerce management skills. Show less

Los Angeles

At Alyssa Pizer Management, the Los Angeles-based Photography Agency, I assisted the Marketing manager on social media platforms by creating batch content for Instagram and Facebook using Latergram and the Alyssa Pizer Management Blog. The role also included general office administration and personal assistance to the Managing Director. I had the pleasure and challenge of assisting in event organising for the local and international creative marketing exhibition Le Book. Here I attained basic… Show more At Alyssa Pizer Management, the Los Angeles-based Photography Agency, I assisted the Marketing manager on social media platforms by creating batch content for Instagram and Facebook using Latergram and the Alyssa Pizer Management Blog. The role also included general office administration and personal assistance to the Managing Director. I had the pleasure and challenge of assisting in event organising for the local and international creative marketing exhibition Le Book. Here I attained basic website editing and layout skills and basic Photoshop skills applied. I also had exposure to photo-shoot production and post-editing processes. Show less

Melbourne, Australia

• Coordinated all electronic marketing material to be sent to consumers• Use of Excel, Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop and InDesign • Writing zippy EDM copy that resonated with our customers • Use of leading technology (Silverpop, salesforce.com) to communicate with customers• Helped with EDM campaigns to customers• Working with the Marketing, Sales and Publishing teams on various other initiatives• Event organising for conferences and product displays• Designing and… Show more • Coordinated all electronic marketing material to be sent to consumers• Use of Excel, Adobe Dreamweaver, Photoshop and InDesign • Writing zippy EDM copy that resonated with our customers • Use of leading technology (Silverpop, salesforce.com) to communicate with customers• Helped with EDM campaigns to customers• Working with the Marketing, Sales and Publishing teams on various other initiatives• Event organising for conferences and product displays• Designing and creating product brochures • Brainstorming new marketing ideas and assisting in their development and implementation Show less

Cologne Area, Germany

• Management, analysis and continuous optimization of mobile Internet advertising campaigns (SEM Google mobile, Yahoo! Mobile)• Creation of campaign specific customer life-time value reporting• Production and distribution of consumer newsletters and blog posts• Social media marketing (Facebook, twitter)• Creative writing, editing and distribution of press releases• Development and management of a virtual item program• Various product related analyses

Melbourne, Australia

• Creating and implementing the VCSC’s Marketing Plan from scratch• Promoting VCSC events through community newspaper advertising, emails, social media• Assisted in organising weekly VCSC events where 100-150 members attend. Including: catering, staff, entertainment, venue, security, following local rules and regulations.• Maintaining and developing new funding relationships; both governmental or private• Membership administration. Such as promoting and establishing new… Show more • Creating and implementing the VCSC’s Marketing Plan from scratch• Promoting VCSC events through community newspaper advertising, emails, social media• Assisted in organising weekly VCSC events where 100-150 members attend. Including: catering, staff, entertainment, venue, security, following local rules and regulations.• Maintaining and developing new funding relationships; both governmental or private• Membership administration. Such as promoting and establishing new memberships, as well as nurturing and encouraging continuous membership from existing members Show less

Melbourne, Australia

• Daily updates and maintenance of online networking sites such as twitter and Facebook• Weekly social media statistical analysis• Market research. Seeking new design industry event and award opportunities• Managing and maintaining media database• Compile daily meeting discussions into minutes• Search for new wholesaler and stockist opportunities• Create media releases for both Fluoro magazine and Wrapped by Housemouse™ products• Assisted in event planning, venue… Show more • Daily updates and maintenance of online networking sites such as twitter and Facebook• Weekly social media statistical analysis• Market research. Seeking new design industry event and award opportunities• Managing and maintaining media database• Compile daily meeting discussions into minutes• Search for new wholesaler and stockist opportunities• Create media releases for both Fluoro magazine and Wrapped by Housemouse™ products• Assisted in event planning, venue booking, catering, guest list, invitations, entertainment• Worked in a collaborative team environment Show less

Bachelor Of Business, Major In Marketing (Applied)

Bachelor Of Fine Arts - Bfa, Acting