Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Himaya  Mcclain

Himaya Mcclain

Brand developer manager / on premise specialist
New York,NY

Summary

Connected sales representative offering experience in territory management,brand ambassador, route planning, and sales support.

Successfully opened over 70 accounts in one year and a half on a part time basis for Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal in New York, while building and maintaining pre existing accounts relationships.

Responsible for brand activations, special events and product placements as on premise specialist and brand ambassador.

- Connected and valued Representative for international brand opportunities

Fluent speaker: Italian (native),english, spanish, portuguese

· -In-depth knowledge of key demographics,

· -Organized and efficient

· -Comfortable in both formal and casual environments

Functional Skills:

· Event Planning

· Project management

· Professional networking

· Strong innovative

· Supplier coordination with Southern Glazer Wine and Spirits and costumer product orders

· Service-focused decision maker

Energetic sales team member successful at managing responsibilities. Highly organized and proactive in maintaining accounts, servicing customers and meeting KPI's.

Service-oriented and unafraid to tackle challenging targets.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

On Premise Sales Representative

Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal
2023.02 - Current
  • With persistence and consistency i have built relationships with existing and new customers such as Tao Group,Zero Bond,Ocean Prime,Gospel Tribe,Soho Works,Casa Cipriani, local bars, retailers (liquor stores) restaurants and occasional off premise sponsorships such as festivals and clothing stores.
  • Utilizing creativity, connections to my targeted accounts and sales force ( Lupa/VIP app), i was able to analyze customers numbers and then execute plans, which included organizing events, preparing a budget, and designing menus and POS to increase not only my sales but the customers as well.
  • Using the relationships and creativity led to being recognized for being in the top 5% of sales representatives in the company while attaining an average of 90% of monthly goals, all within first year with the company.
  • Within the first year on a part time agreement i have acquired accounts territory in the new York market al over manhattan,Brooklyn,Inwood.
  • Delivered informative product presentations for clients, resulting in increased product knowledge and sales.
  • Sponsorships always attached to sales.

Retail Sales Representative

Maison Marcel Wines
2022.04 - 2022.12
  • During first month with the company, I led the district with model call time and call coverage percentages
  • Recognized by home office on creativity and execution of displays built in stores to increase sales
  • Effectively used POS numbers in conversations with store managers to gain displays and increase sales, as well as establish and maintain relationships with market managers

Bottle Server

Gospel Tribe
2023.02 - 2024.04
  • Significant contributor to increasing sales and maintained relationships with clients + acquired new opportunities to book tables and private events for the company.

Hospitality Team Member

Cipriani
2022.01 - 2023.03


  • weekly private events and nightclub programming
  • Consistently brought up sales and brought in ad kept relationships with returning clients.
  • Bottle server captain

Yacht & Custom Services

Himagnation Group LLc
2020.03 - 2021.10


• Events recruiter & coordinator for multiple yachts in NY for private events: birthday celebrations,casual gatherings,staff parties,as well as jet ski rental

• client recruitment for yachts repairs,customization and yacht placement on the market.

Event Coordinator /summer National Tour

Primetime Basketball League
2020.02 - 2021.04
  • Game coordinator for the pro basketball league with former NBA players
  • Streamlined registration processes for increased efficiency and reduced waiting times.
  • Developed creative marketing materials that generated interest and boosted event attendance.
  • Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
  • Facilitated smooth transitions between event segments by creating detailed schedules and providing clear communication to staff and participants.

Event Planner

The Source Magazine
2019.01 - 2019.10
  • Monitored and controlled event expenditures to meet budgets.
  • Evaluated and selected service providers and vendors according to customer requirements.
  • Prioritized safety protocols by working closely with security personnel, ensuring a secure environment for all event attendees.

Cocktail Server/VIP Bottle Server

Gurney's Montauk,Ascent Lounge,48 Lounge,Taj II
  • shared knowledge of drink recipes and service techniques with newly-hired team members to ensure consistently high-quality customer experiences.
  • Maintained accuracy and efficiency when processing sales transactions.


Education

High School Diploma -

University of Arts
Rome, Italy
06.2006

Skills

  • Acquired new potential future clients internationally for Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal (Italy-Spain)
  • Able to work well on a PC or Mac
  • Demonstrate strong leadership and communication skills
  • Enjoy challenges and dealing with complex customers
  • Persistent,professionally friendly

Timeline

On Premise Sales Representative

Lobos 1707 Tequila & Mezcal
2023.02 - Current

Bottle Server

Gospel Tribe
2023.02 - 2024.04

Retail Sales Representative

Maison Marcel Wines
2022.04 - 2022.12

Hospitality Team Member

Cipriani
2022.01 - 2023.03

Yacht & Custom Services

Himagnation Group LLc
2020.03 - 2021.10

Event Coordinator /summer National Tour

Primetime Basketball League
2020.02 - 2021.04

Event Planner

The Source Magazine
2019.01 - 2019.10

Cocktail Server/VIP Bottle Server

Gurney's Montauk,Ascent Lounge,48 Lounge,Taj II

High School Diploma -

University of Arts
Himaya McclainBrand developer manager / on premise specialist