Carson Smisek
Orlando,FL
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Coffee & Education
KOS Coffee
Orlando, FL
12.2024 - Current
- Led strategic initiatives to enhance brand positioning and market penetration.
- Developed and implemented operational policies that improved workflow efficiency across all locations.
- Directed training programs for staff, improving service quality and customer satisfaction.
- Cultivated a positive work environment that fostered employee engagement, increased retention rates, and boosted overall team morale.
- Mentored department heads, fostering leadership skills and promoting a collaborative culture.
Consultant, Instructor, Personal Assistant
P.E.C. (Professional Education Consultant)
01.2021 - Current
- Designed and implemented curriculum for high-profile clients.
- Managed a demanding travel schedule and adapted to diverse circumstances.
Instructor
Selah School
01.2020 - 01.2024
- Taught trumpet, music fundamentals, theory, mathematics, and strength & conditioning.
- Developed customized curriculum based on individual and group learning needs.
Music Adjunct & Substitute Teacher
Episcopal School of Jacksonville
01.2018 - 01.2020
- Specialized in teaching trumpet and music fundamentals to middle and high school students.
- Served as a substitute teacher and proxy for state testing.
Ensemble Assistant
University of North Florida
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Led peers in sectionals, organized music, coordinated events across Jacksonville and Northeast Florida while being a full-time student.
Education
B.A. - Jazz Studies
University of North Florida
01-2019
Skills
- Create engaging learning experiences
- Tailor activities to students learning styles
- Adaptable
- Music performance and instruction (instrumental)
- Collaborative
- Confident International traveler
- Creative
- Organized
- Composed under pressure
- Relationship building
- Verbal and written communication
- Decision-making
- Strategic planning
- Creativity and innovation
Timeline
Director of Coffee & Education
KOS Coffee
12.2024 - Current
Consultant, Instructor, Personal Assistant
P.E.C. (Professional Education Consultant)
01.2021 - Current
Instructor
Selah School
01.2020 - 01.2024
Music Adjunct & Substitute Teacher
Episcopal School of Jacksonville
01.2018 - 01.2020
Ensemble Assistant
University of North Florida
01.2014 - 01.2019
B.A. - Jazz Studies
University of North Florida