Amaya Gorman
Summary
I have dedicated a significant amount of my professional time to seeking additional exposure to administrative roles and improving on the opportunities presented. I have shown myself to be a dedicated and focused project management specialist with several years of hands-on experience. I excel at prioritizing, completing multiple tasks, and achieving project goals in a timely manner. I am a flexible, detail-oriented, and adaptive team player with expertise in several management programs, staff training and development, andcustomer service. I strive for improvement, but not at the expense of quality.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
PROJECT MANAGER
JACKSON FAMILY WINES
Santa Rosa, CA
01.2020 - 01.2025
- Directed high-value projects from initiation through completion, ensuring delivery on schedule and within budget.
- Coordinated internal teams, external vendors, and executive stakeholders to align objectives and execution.
- Developed and implemented workflow improvements, increasing operational efficiency by 23%.
- Oversaw risk mitigation strategies to preserve quality, compliance, and continuity.
- Led large-scale event planning and logistics for corporate initiatives.
- Mentored and supervised junior staff, contributing to a 30% reduction in turnover and improved team performance.
VOLUNTEER
General Assembly - Church
Vallejo, CA
01.2017 - 05.2024
- Assisted with youth mentorship and empowerment programs for underserved communities.
- Supported event planning, registration, and coordination for foundation activities.
- Helped organize workshops focused on leadership, personal growth, and academic success.
- Collaborated with team members and community partners to ensure smooth event operations.
- Supported fundraising efforts through planning and executing donation drives.
- Facilitated communication between church leadership and congregation members.
TEAM MEMBER / ASSISTANT MANAGER
CHICK-FIL-A
Sacramento, CA
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Having a flexible schedule made me a better team member.
- Expressed interest in leadership responsibilities.
- Volunteered for training incoming employees.
- Communication skills improved from interacting with the public, team members, and managers.
- Managing schedules and payroll software.
Skills
- Leadership Development
- Project Management
- Strategic Communication
- Operational Planning
- Risk Management
- Team Building
- Problem Solving
- Budgeting
- Workflow Improvement
- Event Coordination
- Mentorship
- Team Collaboration
- Adaptability
Hobbies and Interests
- Reading
- Volunteering
- Cooking
Timeline
PROJECT MANAGER
JACKSON FAMILY WINES
01.2020 - 01.2025
TEAM MEMBER / ASSISTANT MANAGER
CHICK-FIL-A
01.2018 - 01.2020
VOLUNTEER
General Assembly - Church
01.2017 - 05.2024