RESUME
EXPERIENCE
2020 - Present
Founder / Owner / Operator
Rustic Tides
TX and PA
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Founded and operated an artisan, handmade serveware business to meet the demands of a rapidly growing market segment, specializing in new product launches and line extensions.
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Designed and executed growth-focused marketing campaigns, leveraging social media to organically grow an engaged following of over 21,000. Achieved innovative strategies that drove year-over-year sales growth of 28%.
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Built and nurtured B2B and B2C relationships, both virtually and through industry trade shows, resulting in annual sales exceeding $165,000.
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Developed and maintained a global e-commerce platform, overseeing product creation, logistics, and seamless customer service to ensure worldwide accessibility.
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Managed end-to-end operations, including product design, marketing strategy, customer engagement, event planning, logistics, financial planning, and order fulfillment, consistently driving top-line revenue.
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Coordinated seasonal teams of 10+ for large-scale events with 100,000+ attendees and organized wholesale market operations for major events in Dallas, Atlanta, and Las Vegas.
2014-2020
Ruby Ambassador
Plexus Worldwide
Cypress, TX
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Built a loyal customer base and led a team of 20+ ambassadors by developing comprehensive training modules, delivering leadership coaching, and offering growth incentives within the functional health and wellness industry.
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Successfully increased brand awareness and fostered repeat business by providing outstanding customer service, delivering product education, building strong teams, and leveraging social networking.
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Created a compelling social media presence to promote product awareness and effectively communicate business opportunities across multiple platforms.
2014
Product Marketing Intern
Undertone
New York, NY
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Developed a detailed visual guide outlining Product Marketing processes and their integration within the organization.
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Curated and published a weekly industry newsletter by synthesizing insights from diverse contributors, sources, and articles.
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Conducted in-depth competitive research and analysis to support the Product Marketing team in areas such as targeting, social media strategy, competitive intelligence, partnerships, and industry trends. Gained valuable experience working in a high-growth, priority category within Undertone’s mobile advertising sector.
2010-2012
Private Events | F&B Director
Sterling Country Club
Houston, TX
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Generated over $350,000 in annual sales for the catering and events department, specializing in both corporate and social events.
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Partnered with the CEO and CFO to forecast monthly event goals, analyze productivity, and manage expenses effectively.
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Worked alongside the Executive Chef to craft bespoke event menus and lead training programs for food and beverage staff.
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Delegated leadership responsibilities to streamline operations and enhance efficiency across the catering and F&B departments.
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Planned and coordinated a wide range of events, including weddings, birthday parties, baby showers, networking luncheons, and other corporate and social gatherings, providing comprehensive end-to-end support to ensure seamless execution.
EDUCATION
2012-2014
Rutgers University
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Graduated with a focus on marketing strategies, consumer behavior, and business management.
Newark, NJ
2006
Daytona State College
AA. Marketing
Excelled in business-related courses and developed a strong foundation in marketing principles.
Daytona Beach, FL
Professional skillset
Strategic Planning
Team Leadership
Social Media Marketing
Brand Development
Languages
English (native)
French (proficient)
Spanish (proficient)