GINA THOMPSON
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Passionate about loving and caring for animals (especially dogs). If it was possible to save them all, I would. I operate well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives and goals. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service and value. Seeking to utilize excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills to complete tasks. Creative and public relations is one of my top creative outlets. I am reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Vinyasa Yoga Instructor
Hot Yoga Experience
01.2010 - Current
- Demonstrated yoga poses and provided verbal cues and adjustments to help students improve alignment and technique.
- Planned and led yoga classes by selecting appropriate poses and sequences to meet abilities of individual students.
- Arrived early to set up room, greet students, and answer questions.
- Maintained positive relationships with class members through personalized and knowledgeable service.
- Offered one-on-one or small-group instruction for students needing additional attention and support.
- Led up 8 classes per week.
- Retained knowledge of studio offerings, programs and pricing to promote brand and guide registration.
- Stayed current with fitness trends and adjusted to needs and wants of class participants.
- Demonstrated proper form and technique to prevent injury.
- Adapted classes to meet needs of participants with varying fitness levels.
- Assisted with marketing and promoting of classes and services.
- Used music to motivate and energize classes.
- Utilized effective record-keeping system for tracking customer information.
CERTIFIED YOGA TEACHER
SATTVA YOGA
08.2010 - 01.2011
- Training (Instructed by Ali Valdez, Liz Doyle and Andrey Lappa)
- 200 hour Vinyasa teacher training with an emphasis on anatomy, biomechanics, kinesiology, energetic principles around alignment and also provided insights on rope wall, use of props, and modifications
- Studied postures from a physical, alignment, energetic, metaphoric and sequencing perspective
- Overview of the major lineages of Eastern and Western Yoga Traditions, older & contemporary
- Sanskrit and insights into the development of yoga and yogic intellectual history and comparative religion and philosophies of the world
- Studied and practiced in detail the bodies physical, bio-mechanical and subtle energy
- Public-speaking, voice projection, authentic delivery and finding yourself as teacher
- Intelligent sequencing and balancing of classes that are innovative, thoughtful and with purpose
- Cultivating a class with awareness of the Koshas and Rajas
- Scenario and emergency planning, including CPR and First Aid Certification
- Safely getting students in and out of postures, with modifications
- Comprehensive adjustments, kinetic, energetic and verbal cues
- Maintained professional relationships with clients by providing excellent customer service
- Attended regular continuing education courses to stay current with industry trends
- Adapted classes to different levels of skill from beginner to advanced practitioners
- Presently teaching at Hot Yoga Experience, 425 Fitness, and Columbia Athletic Club
SPECIAL EVENTS ASSOCIATE
ENCOMPASS
08.2008 - 03.2010
- Assisted with the planning and execution for three major fund-raising events
- Autumn Gala (live and silent auction, speaker and sit-down dinner) - November
- Sip of Snoqualmie (wine tasting event, silent auction / raffle and four winemaker dinners) – February and March
- Queen for a Day (silent auction, speaker and champagne brunch) - May
- Autumn Gala
- Procured and secured all items for live and silent auction (300+ items)
- Key advisor with theme development and design
- Key role in attaining attendee participation (creating invites, soliciting, follow up)
- Managed silent and live auction displays
- Facilitated models for live auction runway
- Over-saw set up and evening program
- Project Manager for Sip of Snoqualmie:
- Recruited 34 wineries to participate at event (donate and participate on site tasting)
- Secured venues and wineries for winemaker dinners and wine tasting event
- Oversaw all marketing campaigns (Radio, social media, marketing materials and distribution)
- Procured and secure all items for silent auction and raffle Manage two special event associates to create and implement all details of event
- Queen for a Day
- Procured and secure all items for silent auction (150+ items)
- Key advisor with theme development and design
- Key role in attaining attendee participation (Table Captain Reception, creating invites, soliciting and follow up)
- Secured vendors to participate in program
- Managed silent auction displays
- Over-saw set up and afternoon program
ASSISTANT, PRESIDENT AND SALES MANAGER
LIFESTYLE EVENTS
01.2008 - 04.2008
- Answered and managed incoming and outgoing calls while recording accurate messages for distribution to office staff.
- Assisted the Sales Manager with marketing materials for all trade shows. This included trade programs, addendums, company descriptions, and ongoing communication to all exhibitors
- Updated monthly event calendars to trade publications throughout the country
- raveled to all trade shows within the country to assist with all exhibitor/attendee customer service
MARKETING DIRECTOR
CBS, INFINITY BROADCASTING KBKS / KISS
03.1997 - 06.2000
- Launched KISS 106.1's promotion department from its inception to its entirety
- Managed and hired a department of 5 full time employees, as well as 20 interns per quarter
- Created and implemented the station's first extremely successful internship program
- Worked closely with the programming department to create marketing campaigns including TV, print and billboards
- Oversaw and executed all marketing, advertising, events, sponsorships and client promotions
- Key advisor in the re-branding of the radio station's logo image and collateral
- Developed and produced KISS 106.1's major promotions/concerts “Big Freaking Deal” and “Jingle Bell Bash”
- Responsible for all on/off site activities for these high profile concerts attended by over 13,000 listeners
- Drove retail sales programs and events with increased station revenue and visibility
- Aggressively pursued and negotiated sponsorship and charity opportunities to capture massive media & community exposure- - i.e.: Bite of Seattle, Bumbershoot, Seafair, Patrick's Day Dash ,and the KISS 106.1 Haunted House
- Worked harmoniously with the sales department to create effective promotions to fit the client's needs as well as the station's image
- Conducted weekly meetings and communication with sales staff to further increase successful client events
- Developed loyal relationships within the community and built an outstanding reputation for the radio station
- Captured exposure on television, radio, and newspaper on a regular basis utilizing numerous media and local contacts
- Managed outsource relationships with promoters, House of Blues, Key Arena, Tacoma Dome and other concert venues
- In charge of developing station promotional items as well as managing budget and inventory
- Coordinated all prizes and on-air giveaways
- Delegated and distributed all promotional spot inventory for station and community events
- Booked on-site and promotional appearances for air talent
- Acted as station spokesperson
- Monitored competitor activities to stay ahead in the marketplace
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge about industry trends in order to inform strategies.
SALES ASSISTANT
INFINITY BROADCASTING KBKS / KISS
05.1996 - 03.1997
- Supported six Account Executives, Provided and maintained all sales material and collateral for client presentations
- Prepared proposals, correspondence and advertising copy
- Produced weekly progress reports for Account Executives on status of all local and national dollars
- Acted as a liaison between other departments
- Provided excellent customer service to clients in person and over the phone
- Participated in weekly team meetings to discuss strategies for success
- Networked with clients via phone and email, informing them of promotions and events
- Created promotional materials such as flyers or brochures for marketing campaigns
- Represented brand during special events, customer interactions and sales
- Attended industry events and conferences to attract potential customers and increase brand awareness
- Monitored competitor trends and market shifts to maintain company relevance.
Education
No Degree - TEXTILE AND CLOTHING, BUSINESS
SATTVA YOGA TEACHER TRAINING ISSAQUAH
Issaquah, WA01.2010
Bachelor of Science - Business And Marketing
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
Tempe, Arizona06.1988
Skills
- Brand-Building Strategies
- Customer Relationship Management
- Staff Management
- Corporate Communications
- Product Development
- Brand Development
- Campaign Management
- Cold Calling
- Marketing and Advertising
- Broadcast Media
- Marketing Campaign Development
- Tradeshow Representation
- Customer Rapport-Building
- Client Meetings
- Public and Media Relations
- Media Negotiations
- Promotions and Marketing Strategies
- Retail Knowledge
Timeline
CERTIFIED YOGA TEACHER
SATTVA YOGA
08.2010 - 01.2011
Vinyasa Yoga Instructor
Hot Yoga Experience
01.2010 - Current
SPECIAL EVENTS ASSOCIATE
ENCOMPASS
08.2008 - 03.2010
ASSISTANT, PRESIDENT AND SALES MANAGER
LIFESTYLE EVENTS
01.2008 - 04.2008
MARKETING DIRECTOR
CBS, INFINITY BROADCASTING KBKS / KISS
03.1997 - 06.2000
SALES ASSISTANT
INFINITY BROADCASTING KBKS / KISS
05.1996 - 03.1997
No Degree - TEXTILE AND CLOTHING, BUSINESS
SATTVA YOGA TEACHER TRAINING ISSAQUAH
Bachelor of Science - Business And Marketing
ARIZONA STATE UNIVERSITY
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