Summary
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline

Danielle Castillo

Watertown,New York

Summary

Hardworking and passionate early career seeker with strong organizational skills eager to secure entry-level Secondary Markets Analyst contractor position. Ready to help the team achieve company goals.

Work History

Seasonal Receptionist

H&R Block
Watertown, NY
12.2025 - Current
  • Greets clients and manages appointments in Salesforce during tax season.
  • Answers phone calls and assists with paperwork, ensuring a smooth check-in process.
  • Ensures all client needs are met during service both in person, over the phone or virtually.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Independent Contractor

Freelance
Watertown, NY
02.2019 - Current
  • Customer Service & Quality Assurance: Conducts mystery shopping evaluations online and in-person at restaurants and retail stores to assess customer service quality.
  • AI Training: Uses audio prompts to help improve AI speech and voice recognition.
  • Merchandising: Performs retail merchandising resets and visual merchandising to optimize product placement and improve in-store customer experience.
  • Property Inspections & Audits: Conducts property inspections for insurance purposes and retail audits to ensure brand compliance and operational efficiency.
  • Market Research: Completes competitor research to gather insights on market trends and consumer behavior.

Private Equity Business Development Intern

Blackmore Partners
Remote
11.2023 - 02.2024
  • Conducted market research to identify potential business opportunities and emerging trends.
  • Assisted in developing strategic partnerships to enhance company growth initiatives.
  • Supported the sales team by preparing presentations and marketing materials for client meetings.
  • Analyzed competitor activities to inform business development strategies and tactics.

Career Gap

SUNY Polytechnic Institute
Utica, NY
2021 - 2023

Completing Bachelor's degree.

Merchandising Associate

T.J.Maxx
Watertown, NY
06.2019 - 01.2021
  • Monitored inventory levels and kept adequate stock on the sales floor.
  • Completed store resets for special promotions and seasonal updates.
  • Inspected merchandise for quality and arranged proper display on the sales floor.
  • Collaborated with store managers to devise store layouts to establish aesthetic appeal.

Customer Service Associate

Kohl’s
Watertown, NY
08.2015 - 06.2019
  • Maintained the checkout area and ensured promotional displays were up to date.
  • Assisted with store operations, including restocking shelves and merchandising.
  • Promoted store credit card and reward programs to enhance customer loyalty and sales.
  • Maintained an accurate drawer and balance at the end of each shift.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

SUNY IT, Utica, NY
12-2023

Skills

  • Private Equity Internship and investing experience
  • Decisive decision-making abilities
  • Results-driven approach
  • Able to communicate and work well with clients and cross-functional teams
  • Highly confidential, organized, detailed, and career-oriented
  • Strong passion for customer service, finance, and private equity
  • Project management

Timeline

Seasonal Receptionist - H&R Block
12.2025 - Current
Private Equity Business Development Intern - Blackmore Partners
11.2023 - 02.2024
Merchandising Associate - T.J.Maxx
06.2019 - 01.2021
Independent Contractor - Freelance
02.2019 - Current
Customer Service Associate - Kohl’s
08.2015 - 06.2019
SUNY IT - Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Career Gap - SUNY Polytechnic Institute
2021 - 2023
Danielle Castillo