Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
Timeline
Awards
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Kalaia Dodson

Narragansett
Kalaia Dodson

Summary

Developed marketing strategies and executed successful campaigns in fast-paced environment. Demonstrated skills in data analysis, content creation, and social media management, leading to increased engagement and brand awareness. Seeking to transition into new field by leveraging these transferrable skills in dynamic and innovative setting.

Overview

6
years of professional experience
1
Certification

Work History

VR Industries

Sales/Marketing Intern
04.2025 - Current

Job overview

  • Conduct cold calls to qualify leads and introduce VR Industries’ electronics manufacturing services, contributing to a growing B2B pipeline.
  • Collaborate with the Marketing Manager on targeted outreach campaigns, helping increase engagement with robotics, defense, and medical device prospects.
  • Support LinkedIn content, CRM workflows, and trade show prep, enhancing customer communication and brand visibility.
  • Assist with lead generation research, industry segmentation, and email marketing strategy to strengthen VR’s sales development process.

Galilee Beach Club

Waitress
05.2023

Job overview

  • Delivered high-quality customer service in a fast-paced environment, handling 50+ guests per shift with accuracy and patience.
  • Demonstrated strong communication skills and teamwork while coordinating with the kitchen and front staff.
  • Participated in training programs to improve product knowledge, customer service skills, and teamwork.

Dunkin’

Shift Leader/Team Trainer
10.2019 - 05.2022

Job overview

  • Supervised and trained new employees on operations, customer service, and POS systems to ensure consistent standards
  • Managed shift operations, delegated tasks, and resolved customer issues to maintain productivity and satisfaction.
  • Supported daily workflows, including cash handling, inventory prep, and store opening/closing procedures.

Education

Bryant University
Smithfield, RI

B.S. Business Administration from Marketing Concentration
05.2027

University Overview

Double Minor: Biotechnology & Artificial Intelligence


Relevant Coursework: Consumer Behavior, Marketing Research (SPSS), AI Fundamentals, Biology, Advertising & Integrated Marketing Communications.


GPA: 3.5

Narragansett High School
Narragansett, RI

High School Diploma
06.2023

University Overview

Diploma awarded

Bryant Idea

12.2024

University Overview

Engaged in Design Thinking for generative AI and law, participated in empathy Interviews, and designed a computer prototype to address the solution

Skills

    Technical Skills:

  • Microsoft Suite
  • Google Suite
  • CRM Tools (HubSpot)
  • Python (beginner)
  • SPSS
  • Content Development
  • Data Analytics
  • Social Media Marketing
  • Professional Skills:

  • B2B Marketing
  • Lead Generation
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Customer Service
  • Project Coordination
  • Problem-solving

Certification

CITI Program Completion: Social & Behavioral Research


Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

Sales/Marketing Intern

VR Industries
04.2025 - Current

Shift Leader/Team Trainer

Dunkin’
10.2019 - 05.2022

Waitress

Galilee Beach Club
05.2023

Bryant Idea

Bryant University

B.S. Business Administration from Marketing Concentration

Narragansett High School

High School Diploma

Awards

Rhode Island Honor Roll  June 2023

High School Honor Roll/ World Language Honors   Sept 2021 - June 2023

Bryant University Dean’s List  Fall 2024