Andy Durand
Fairfield,NJ
Summary
Seasoned Demo Event Specialist with experience in executing successful product demonstrations and promotional events. Possess skills in event planning, customer interaction, sales techniques, and product knowledge. Known for creating engaging environments that spark interest and drive sales. Prior work has resulted in significant brand exposure, fostering customer loyalty, and increasing purchase rates. I'm very flexible and can be placed in almost and position needed. I have a good amount of experience handling food and drinks while directly interacting with all types of customers. I'm willing to help customers and other employees if needed.
Overview
1
1
year of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Demo Event Specialist
Advantage Solutions
Clayton, MO
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Provided customer service during the demo event by answering questions, explaining product features and demonstrating product use.
- Organized, coordinated and managed all aspects of the demo event including setup and takedown.
- Monitored inventory levels throughout the course of the event to ensure adequate stock is available.
- Properly and safely prepared several different products for customers to sample and explained the product in great detail.
- Handled delicate and heavy items with care.
- Made sure all equipment was clean and stored away properly at the end of each shift.
- Collaborated with other team members to create engaging presentations prior to each demonstration.
- Resolved any customer complaints or disputes that arose during demos promptly and efficiently.
- Conducted training sessions for employees on how best to utilize products being demonstrated.
- Engaged customers warmly and encouraged each to try products, boosting sales of [Type] items.
- Answered questions and helped customers find items while offering samples.
- Presented and handled samples to meet merchandising standards, promotional requirements and sanitation practices.
Education
High School Diploma -
Bloomfield High School
Bloomfield, NJ06-2022
Associate of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZSkills
- Engaging personality
- Strong presentation skills
- Time management proficiency
- Brand Awareness
- Event planning knowledge
- Marketing strategy understanding
- Bilingual in [Haitian Creole and English]
- Food and beverage preparation
- Communication skills
- Creative thinking
- Team player/ Collaboration
- Fast learner
- Problem Solving
- Basic Cleaning
- Empathy
- Outgoing Personality
Languages
English
Native/ Bilingual
Haitian Creole
Limited
Certification
- I have completed and earned my food safety and handling permit
Affiliations
- I enjoy writing stories and poems on the side
- Reading books with friends
- Playing with my local soccer team on the weekends
Accomplishments
- National Language Honors Society
- Awarded in Science Honor Roll
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Demo Event Specialist
Advantage Solutions
12.2023 - 09.2024
High School Diploma -
Bloomfield High School
Associate of Business Administration -
University of Phoenix