Alexandra Rodriguez
Colonial Beach,VA
Summary
My farm experience has been a cornerstone of my development, equipping me with valuable skills and instilling a passion for ongoing learning. I am eager to leverage this foundation as I continue to explore new opportunities and advance in my career.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Farm Hand
LESLEY'S GARDEN
Colonial Beach, VA
02.2007 - Current
- Financial Transactions: Developed proficiency in handling transactions and giving change using mental math.
- Customer Service and Sales: Enhanced communication skills and provided exceptional customer service at markets. Became an expert on products, effectively promoting and selling new items.
- Quality Improvement: Contributed to improving the quality of produce and flowers through hands-on involvement in harvesting, managing fertilization, and irrigation. Ensured proper maintenance and care of products, machinery, and vehicles.
- Market Operations: Traveled across VA, DC, and MD to set up and run booths at farmers' markets and handle wholesale deliveries. Coordinated product distribution based on market demand and location-specific sales trends.
- Inventory and Market Strategy: As a farm laborer, actively participated in harvesting and tracking produce. Monitored product allocation to different markets based on sales performance, adjusting quantities based on demand. Analyzed market trends to refine growing strategies, increasing production of high-demand items and reducing or discontinuing lower-performing products.
- Sales and Reporting: Organized and reported monthly sales and taxes. Utilized beginner-level Excel skills for data management and financial tracking.
- Digital Marketing and Web Development: Revamped social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram), established and engaged an online community, and designed and maintained a new website.
Education
Marketing And Business Spanish
University of Mary Washington
Fredericksburg, VA05-2025
Skills
- Building and Structural Repair
- Equipment Repair and Maintenance
- Crop Rotation
- Chemical Application
- Crop Cultivation
- Data Collection
- Content Creation
- Social Media Management
- Market Analysis
- Customer Service
- Quality Control
Languages
English
Professional
Spanish
Professional
Timeline
Farm Hand
LESLEY'S GARDEN
02.2007 - Current
Marketing And Business Spanish
University of Mary Washington
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