Alexander Slonka
Parkville,United States
Summary
Accomplished professional with 10 years of experience in sales, management, marketing, and team leadership, complemented by a strong background in team coordination and teaching. Known for driving revenue growth, building high-performing teams, and crafting innovative marketing strategies. Holds a Bachelor of Arts in English with an emphasis in writing, leveraging exceptional communication and instructional skills to inspire teams and deliver impactful results. Adept at cultivating client relationships, streamlining operations, and achieving organizational goals in dynamic environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Content Writer
Outlier
08.2024 - Current
- Utilized exceptional writing, editing, and proofreading skills to produce engaging and error-free content.
- Wrote and edited high-quality content and visually impactful programs under deadline pressure with exciting, captivating, and authentic approach.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Developed content for variety of topics, ranging from technical to lifestyle, for multiple websites.
- Formatted content to adhere to industry-specific style guides.
- Edited and proofread drafts of articles and other documents.
Bartender
Self-employeed
04.2019 - Current
- Led and managed between 20-25 private events while meeting all expectations of the wishes of the client.
- Adhered to state laws regarding alcoholic beverage services and customer regulations.
- Served high customer volumes during special events, nights, and weekends.
- Handled simultaneous customer, team, and business needs while avoiding unnecessary delays or errors.
- Helped management plan and serve bar menu exceeding customer expectations.
- Upheld strict regulations for safe alcohol service and food safety.
- Mixed unique and interesting cocktails for customers, including bar specials.
- Developed creative bar menus and drink recipes by researching emerging industry trends.
Sales Specialist
Gomer's Northland Fine Wines and Spirits
07.2014 - Current
- Boosted revenue approximately 12-15% on high-end spirits and wines during but not limited to the holiday season annually using product knowledge and community engagement.
- Provided first-rate service to all customers and potential customers.
- Built rapport with customers and assessed needs to make product recommendations and upsell.
- Demonstrated product features, answered questions and persuasively overcame objections.
- Educated customers about product features and benefits to aid in selecting best options for each individuals' needs.
- Increased sales with execution of full sales cycle processing from initial lead processing through conversion and closing.
- Maintained current knowledge of evolving changes in marketplace.
- Fostered lasting relationships with customers through effective communication and quick response, resulting in long-term loyalty and expanded client base.
Event Coordinator
Monarch Room
04.2019 - 09.2024
- Managed event logistics and operations of over 30 different events in 2023-2024.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Trained and supervised event staff to complete tasks on time.
- Implemented protocols and procedures to effectively manage planning process.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation, and proposal development for various events.
- Utilized social media to promote events and increase attendance.
Substitute Teacher
Park Hill School District
02.2022 - 08.2024
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Requested 20-30 occasions in 2022-23 as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Kept students on-task with proactive behavior modification and positive reinforcement strategies.
- Assisted students in mastering subject material and preparing for tests.
- Monitored student behavior and administered discipline as needed.
- Developed creative instructional strategies to keep students engaged and motivated.
- Followed lesson plans designed by absent teachers.
- Monitored student performance and provided feedback to inform instruction.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - English
Park University
Kansas City, MO05.2015
Skills
- Proofreading
- Promotional marketing and advertising
- Multimedia writing
- Technical writing
- Content promotion
- Project coordination
- Social media proficiency
- Editing skills
- Analytical mindset
- Project management
- Effective writing
- Meeting planning
- Special events planning
- Sales contract management
- Event marketing
- Social media management
Timeline
Content Writer
Outlier
08.2024 - Current
Substitute Teacher
Park Hill School District
02.2022 - 08.2024
Bartender
Self-employeed
04.2019 - Current
Event Coordinator
Monarch Room
04.2019 - 09.2024
Sales Specialist
Gomer's Northland Fine Wines and Spirits
07.2014 - Current
Bachelor of Arts - English
Park University
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