Ashley Mejias Arenas
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Adaptable and results-oriented professional with experience in retail management, customer service, and youth instruction. Proven success leading teams, optimizing store operations, and delivering exceptional customer experiences at top brands including Lululemon, Fit2Run, and Dick’s Sporting Goods. Recent experience as a Swim Instructor demonstrates strong teaching, communication, and safety skills while guiding children in skill development and confidence-building. Bilingual in English and Spanish, with a strong track record of multitasking, training, and creating positive environments for both customers and students.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Swim Instructor
SwimSRQ
06.2025 - Current
- Teach swimming lessons to children, emphasizing water safety, confidence, and skill development.
- Adapt lessons to meet varying learning styles while maintaining a safe, positive environment.
- Communicate progress and safety updates to parents.
Educator
LULULEMON
11.2024 - Current
- Deliver personalized customer experiences through product education and in-depth knowledge of athletic apparel.
- Support store operations through floor leadership, task delegation, and creating a welcoming environment.
Keyholder Manager
FIT2RUN
02.2024 - 05.2025
- Oversee opening/closing, cash handling, and team performance.
- Coach employees to improve sales and customer service outcomes.
- Conduct inventory audits to maintain accuracy and efficiency.
Sales Associate
FIT2RUN
11.2023 - 02.2024
- Guided customers in product selection, specializing in footwear fittings and Aetrex orthotic scans.
- Consistently met commission-based sales goals through strong relationship building.
- Maintained an organized and customer-ready sales floor.
Retail Sales Associate
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS
07.2022 - 10.2023
- Engaged customers with tailored product recommendations.
- Supported merchandising and maintained store appearance.
Education
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Marine Biology
State College of Florida
Bradenton, FL12-2025
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL
Bradenton, FL05-2022
Skills
- Customer Service & Sales – Personalized assistance, product education, and commission-based selling
- Leadership & Team Management – Staff training, performance coaching, task delegation
- Instruction & Communication – Teaching children (swim instruction), adapting lessons, parent communication
- Operations & Organization – Inventory monitoring, cash handling accuracy, opening/closing procedures, bank deposits
- Problem-Solving & Multitasking – Resolving customer issues, maintaining efficiency in fast-paced environments
- Languages – Bilingual: English & Spanish (native proficiency in Spanish)
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
English
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Swim Instructor
SwimSRQ
06.2025 - Current
Educator
LULULEMON
11.2024 - Current
Keyholder Manager
FIT2RUN
02.2024 - 05.2025
Sales Associate
FIT2RUN
11.2023 - 02.2024
Retail Sales Associate
DICK'S SPORTING GOODS
07.2022 - 10.2023
Associate in Arts (A.A.) - Marine Biology
State College of Florida
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
MANATEE HIGH SCHOOL
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