Johnathan Uzelac
Yuba City,CA
Summary
MBA candidate and marketing graduate with hands-on experience in entrepreneurship and retail operations. Founder of a sports collectible and memorabilia business with strengths in inventory management, customer engagement, brand promotion, and profit tracking. Seeking an entry-level business or operations role where a strong work ethic, business insight, and growth mindset can add value.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Operator
Sports Trading Card & Memorabilia Resale Business
Yuba City, CA
01.2016 - Current
- Founded and operated a sports collectible and memorabilia resale business serving local and online customers
- Sourced, authenticated, restored, priced, and sold limited-release footwear and collectibles
- Managed full business operations, including purchasing, inventory, fulfillment, and customer relations
- Tracked revenue, expenses, and profit margins using Microsoft Excel
- Developed strong negotiation, branding, and market trend analysis skills
Entry Level Trainee — Financial Planning
Reef Sandals, Shoes & Apparel
San Diego, CA
06.2023 - 08.2023
- Shadowed senior management in the Financial Planning department
- Gained exposure to forecasting, budgeting, and corporate financial operations
- Assisted with business data organization and operational workflows
- Observed cross-functional collaboration between finance, marketing, and operations
Cafe Server
Frosty’s Grill N’ Chill
Marysville, CA
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment
- Trained new employees and supported daily operations
- Strengthened communication, teamwork, and problem-solving skills
Education
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
California State University, Sacramento
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Yuba College
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - General Business
California State University, Chico
02.2026
Skills
- Business Operations
- Inventory Management
- Financial Tracking
- Project Coordination
- Retail & E-commerce
- Social Media Marketing
- Customer Experience
- Microsoft Excel
- Market Trend Analysis
- Communication
- Team Collaboration
Certification
Private Pilot’s License — University of North Dakota, Department of Aviation (2022)
Timeline
Entry Level Trainee — Financial Planning
Reef Sandals, Shoes & Apparel
06.2023 - 08.2023
Cafe Server
Frosty’s Grill N’ Chill
01.2018 - 01.2019
Founder & Operator
Sports Trading Card & Memorabilia Resale Business
01.2016 - Current
Associate of Science - Business Administration
Yuba College
Master of Business Administration (MBA) - General Business
California State University, Chico
Bachelor of Science - Marketing
California State University, Sacramento