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DANA VENTURA MARSHALL

South Easton,MA

Summary

Innovative leader skilled in recruitment and onboarding processes. Known for strong problem-solving abilities and strategic thinking, contributing to streamlined operations and improved time-to-fill metrics in recruiting.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Assistant Director

New England Stars Field Hockey Club Program
Easton, MA
01.2023 - Current
  • Lead recruitment and onboarding of coaching staff, volunteers, and seasonal workers for a youth sports program of 120+ athletes.
  • Manage scheduling, logistics, and communications to streamline staffing for tournaments and regular events.
  • Oversee program social media and marketing to attract new families, increasing program participation by 20%.

Founder, Creative Director and Lead Photographer

Dana Marshall Photography
Easton, MA
01.2011 - Current
  • Built and scaled a six-figure photography business, hiring and training freelance support as needed.
  • Leveraged social media platforms to grow a loyal following, attract new clients and increase brand visibility.
  • Led all branding, marketing, and client communications, developing strategies that doubled inquiries in 2 years.
  • Expertise in social media, SEO, email marketing, and visual storytelling to build trust and client loyalty.

Temporary Part-time Recruiting Assistant (Part Time)

Concord Foods
Brockton, MA
01.2022 - 04.2022
  • Supported full-cycle recruiting for 15+ roles by sourcing candidates, managing job postings, and scheduling interviews.
  • Reviewed applications and implemented tracking tools using Excel to streamline the candidate pipeline.
  • Improved time-to-fill metrics through organizational systems and improved communication.

Buyer, Women’s Accessories- Handbags, Luggage, Sunglasses, and Fragrances

RUE LA LA
Boston, MA
01.2007 - 11.2014
  • Led accessories buying for two e-commerce platforms, launching a new line that grew sales by 25% by targeting emerging trends.
  • Expanded the accessories business by 30%, introducing over 20+ new brands in emerging markets.
  • Drove e-commerce merchandising through customer acquisition and affiliate channels, boosting sales by 30%.
  • Designed and executed seasonal assortments and promotional strategies, contributing to increased Smartbargains sales.
  • Leveraged vendor relationships to secure first-in-market buys and produce exclusive boutique goods.
  • Managed product catalog updates and QA processes, achieving 98% accuracy across online listings.

Associate Buyer, Men’s Apparel/Men’s Accessories

RUE LA LA
Boston, MA
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Managed a men's accessories department with $4M in annual sales, selecting assortments and negotiating key vendor deals.
  • Collaborated with technical teams to optimize online promotions and enhance digital visibility.
  • Negotiated weekly with vendors in NY and developed drop ship programs, reducing costs by 12%.
  • Optimized online product listings using data analytics, boosting user engagement by 18%.

Assistant Buyer- Soft Home/Bedding

RUE LA LA
Boston, MA
01.2003 - 01.2005

Assistant Buyer Analyst- Home Division

FILENES BASEMENT
Woburn, MA
01.2000 - 01.2003

Education

B.S. - Elementary Education

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE
Orono, ME

Skills

  • E-commerce merchandising
  • Recruitment and hiring
  • Administration and reporting
  • Social media management
  • Communication skills
  • Problem solving
  • Client relationship management

Certification

  • HCI Certified Health Coach 2021
  • HCI Certified Life Coach 2021

Timeline

Assistant Director

New England Stars Field Hockey Club Program
01.2023 - Current

Temporary Part-time Recruiting Assistant (Part Time)

Concord Foods
01.2022 - 04.2022

Founder, Creative Director and Lead Photographer

Dana Marshall Photography
01.2011 - Current

Buyer, Women’s Accessories- Handbags, Luggage, Sunglasses, and Fragrances

RUE LA LA
01.2007 - 11.2014

Associate Buyer, Men’s Apparel/Men’s Accessories

RUE LA LA
01.2005 - 01.2007

Assistant Buyer- Soft Home/Bedding

RUE LA LA
01.2003 - 01.2005

Assistant Buyer Analyst- Home Division

FILENES BASEMENT
01.2000 - 01.2003

B.S. - Elementary Education

UNIVERSITY OF MAINE

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