Aliaksandr Penkevich
Brooklyn,NY
Summary
Ambitious and strategically minded early-career professional with 7 years of experience in customer-facing operations and hands-on involvement in launching small business initiatives. Brings a mature approach to problem-solving, operational efficiency, and client engagement, supported by a strong and developing interest in finance, business development, and organizational strategy. Actively seeking opportunities to apply this foundation within a corporate environment, contribute to team objectives, and grow into increasingly analytical and business-focused roles.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Founder
Dry Flowers NYC
Brooklyn, NY
01.2025 - Current
- Created a small floral brand offering preserved and dried flower arrangements with an emphasis on unique design and presentation.
- Developed full visual branding: logo, packaging style, product photography, and Instagram content.
Server
Level Restaurant & Bar
Brooklyn, NY
12.2023 - Current
- Developed a Python-based payroll calculator to automate wage and tip distribution, reducing manual errors and saving time for the team.
- Handling customer conflicts to maintain a positive client experience.
- Drove sales through upselling and recommendations.
Front Desk/Manager Assistent
Wow Girl NYC
New York, NY
02.2022 - 12.2023
- Managed front desk operations, scheduling, and client check-ins.
- Assisted the manager with daily tasks, payments, and inventory.
- Resolved customer conflicts to ensure a positive experience.
Education
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Baruch College, The City University Of New York
New York, NY05.2027
High School Diploma -
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School
Brooklyn, NY06.2023
Skills
- Budgeting and cost control
- Data analysis and reporting
- Excel proficiency (pivot tables, VLOOKUP, formulas)
- Basic graphic design (Canva)
- Time management
- Leadership skills
- Communication expertise
Entrepreneurial Projects
- Dry Flowers NYC, Brooklyn, NY, Founder, 01/25, Current, Created a small floral brand offering preserved and dried flower arrangements with an emphasis on unique design and presentation., Developed full visual branding: logo, packaging style, product photography, and Instagram content.
- Python Payroll & Tip Distribution Calculator, Built a Python-based tool to automate employee wage and tip distribution for a restaurant team., Implemented logic for hourly wage, service charge allocation, tip pooling, and end-of-shift summaries.
Timeline
Founder
Dry Flowers NYC
01.2025 - Current
Server
Level Restaurant & Bar
12.2023 - Current
Front Desk/Manager Assistent
Wow Girl NYC
02.2022 - 12.2023
Bachelor of Business Administration - Finance
Baruch College, The City University Of New York
High School Diploma -
Franklin Delano Roosevelt High School