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Barry Merklin

Miami,FL

Summary

Hospitality expert with 7+ years of experience in the industry across high quality food service and proficient casino gaming. Substantial demonstrations of leadership and managing teams through performances of company values. Competent market analyst in optimizing marketing strategies, enhancing business performance, and delivering measurable results. Proficient in market research, data analysis, and reporting, with a keen ability to identify growth opportunities and market trends.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Server/Supervisor

DC Pie Co.
Miami, FL
04.2023 - Current
  • Supervised serving staff to ensure exceptional hospitality and food quality, fostering a high standard of service and guest experience.
  • Calculated and distributed tips based on performance metrics and pre-established criteria, ensuring fairness and transparency, and improving staff.
  • Successfully integrated new servers into the restaurant's culture and operational processes by developing and delivering comprehensive training.
  • Enhanced team performance and cohesion through effective orientation on service standards, company values, and operational procedures, resulting in lower turnover rates

Marketing Science Analyst

Analytic Partners
Miami, FL
06.2022 - 04.2023
  • Conducted in-depth market research and competitive analysis to identify emerging trends and opportunities, supporting data-driven marketing initiatives and optimizing budget allocation.
  • Developed deep insights through advanced data visualizations using the company's proprietary software tools to interpret complex datasets and present actionable findings.
  • Coordinated with experienced analysts to integrate massive volumes of data from multiple sources, streamlining data processing workflows.
  • Created interactive dashboards that enabled clients to easily explore and understand key metrics, driving data-driven decision-making and strategic planning.

Poker Host

Gila River Hotel and Casino
Laveen, AZ
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Managed high-stakes games, coordinated events, recorded game logistics, and delivered exceptional guest experiences.
  • Maintained daily card and cash transactions to ensure accurate recordings and reconciliation of payments, along with comprehensive payment records preventing discrepancies promptly to uphold financial integrity.
  • Developed and maintained long-term relationships with customers, enhancing client retention and encouraging repeat business, while driving sustained business growth

Education

Bachelor of Science - Marketing (Digital And Integrated Communications)

W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University
05.2022

Skills

  • Client Communication
  • Market Insights
  • Performance Tracking
  • Advanced Excel
  • Operational Planning
  • Adaptability

Timeline

Server/Supervisor

DC Pie Co.
04.2023 - Current

Marketing Science Analyst

Analytic Partners
06.2022 - 04.2023

Poker Host

Gila River Hotel and Casino
06.2018 - 03.2020

Bachelor of Science - Marketing (Digital And Integrated Communications)

W. P. Carey School of Business, Arizona State University

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