Garrett Baney
Summary
Business Marketing student at California State University, Fullerton with 10+ years of experience driving revenue, customer engagement, and brand loyalty in fast-paced environments. Proven ability to translate consumer insights and performance data into actionable marketing strategies. Seeking a marketing internship where analytics, creativity, and execution intersect.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales & Customer Experience Associate
Calico Fish House
Huntington Beach, CA
11.2024 - Current
- Generated incremental revenue by strategically promoting premium food and beverage offerings, contributing to elevated check averages
- Delivered consistent, brand-aligned guest experiences during lean-staffed shifts by managing multiple service roles efficiently
- Trusted with full opening and closing operations including cash reconciliation and operational setup
- Strengthened customer retention through personalized service and attention to consumer preferences
Banquet Captain
Cedar Creek Inn
Brea, CA
07.2023 - 11.2024
- Led high-profile banquets and private events, delivering seamless, memorable brand experiences
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to execute time-sensitive service, demonstrating project management skills
- Applied upselling strategies to maximize event revenue while maintaining guest satisfaction
- Trained and mentored staff to reinforce service standards and operational efficiency
Banquet Captain/Server
Taps Fish House & Brewery
Brea, CA
03.2020 - 07.2023
- Drove incremental revenue through promotion of high-margin premium offerings
- Appointed Lead Banquet Captain by senior management to oversee end-to-end event execution
- Led onboarding and training for new hires, reinforcing service and brand standards
- Maintained performance and team morale in high-pressure, high-volume environments
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Marketing
California State University, Fullerton
Fullerton, CA12-2026
Skills
- Marketing Strategy
- Consumer Insights
- Market Research
- Marketing Analytics
- Data Analysis & Visualization
- Customer Experience Optimization
- Brand Experience Execution
- Revenue & Sales Analysis
- Upselling & Conversion Techniques
- Qualtrics
- ArcGIS Business Analyst
- Excel
- Power BI
- Canva
- Adobe Creative Cloud
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Team Leadership & Training
Additional Experience
10+ years in high-volume, customer-facing roles with progressive responsibility in sales, training, and brand experience execution
Timeline
Sales & Customer Experience Associate
Calico Fish House
11.2024 - Current
Banquet Captain
Cedar Creek Inn
07.2023 - 11.2024
Banquet Captain/Server
Taps Fish House & Brewery
03.2020 - 07.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration - Marketing
California State University, Fullerton