ISABELLA CLEARY
Seaside Heights
Summary
Motivated and detail-oriented student with hands-on experience as a small business owner, reservations manager, and sales representative, bringing a strong foundation in organization, client relations, and strategic thinking. Founder of a creative product-based business, overseeing brand development, operations, and financial management from concept through execution. Former Reservations Manager for a high-volume restaurant, coordinating scheduling, guest flow, and team communication in fast-paced environments. Proven sales experience through Cutco, developing persuasive communication skills and a results-driven approach. Seeking an architectural internship to apply problem-solving, design-minded thinking, and real-world operational experience within a collaborative studio environment.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
CEO
The Coastline Company
Seaside Park, NJ
12.2024 - Current
- Founded and manage a handmade coastal decor and jewelry business, overseeing product design, branding, and daily operations
- Develop and sell products through Shopify, Instagram, Pinterest, and in-person pop-ups
- Handle pricing, inventory management, order fulfillment, and customer service
- Create marketing content and visual branding to drive engagement and sales
- Manage finances, track revenue, and reinvest profits to scale the business
Reservations Manager
The Ocean View Restaurant
Seaside Heights, NJ
05.2021 - 06.2025
- Managed daily reservation system for high-volume dining service
- Coordinated seating plans to optimize table turnover and guest flow
- Communicated with hosts, servers, and management to ensure smooth service
- Handled guest inquiries, special requests, and high-priority reservations
- Maintained accurate scheduling during peak hours and special events
Sales Representative
CUTCO
Toms River, NJ
02.2024 - 05.2025
- Provided technical support for customers using the company's products or services
- Developed and maintained relationships with key clients to ensure repeat business
- Assisted Clients in purchases CUTCO cutlery to find the products that fit them best
- Conducted product demonstrations to educate customers on features and benefits.
Education
No Degree - Architectural Design
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
Las Vegas, NV05-2029
High School Diploma -
Donovan Catholic Highschool
Toms River, NJ06.2025
Skills
- Entrepreneurship & Business Ownership
- Reservations & Scheduling Management
- Sales Strategy & Revenue Optimization
- Customer Experience & Guest Relations
- Strategic Planning & Decision-Making
- Operations & Workflow Coordination
- Pricing Strategy & Upselling
- Team Communication & Cross-Functional Coordination
- Financial Tracking & Performance Monitoring
- Problem Solving in High-Pressure Environments
- Brand Development & Marketing Strategy
Awards
- National Honors Society Student, Highschool and UNLV
- Dean's List, Donovan Catholic Highschool
- University Scholarship, UNLV
- Sales Performance Recognition, Cutco
- Outstanding Customer Service Recognition, The Ocean View Restaurant
- Leadership Award, Eastside Dance Studio
Websites, Portfolios, Profiles
Thecoastlinecompany.myshopify.com
Timeline
CEO
The Coastline Company
12.2024 - Current
Sales Representative
CUTCO
02.2024 - 05.2025
Reservations Manager
The Ocean View Restaurant
05.2021 - 06.2025
No Degree - Architectural Design
University of Nevada, Las Vegas
High School Diploma -
Donovan Catholic Highschool