Karim Shaban
Holbrook,MA
Summary
Ambitious and hard working public health major. Four years of experience in event planning, featuring organizational, communication, and time management skills. One year of experience in the retail workspace, honing team working, customer service, and problem solving skills. Dedicated and outgoing, and works well in high stress situations.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Michaels Arts and Crafts
09.2023 - Current
- Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
- Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
- Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.
- Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations.
- Prepared merchandise for sales floor by pricing or tagging.
- Helped customers locate products and checked store system for merchandise at other sites.
Event Assistant
Sue's Elegant Events
09.2020 - Current
- Managed event set-up and tear-down, ensuring timely completion of tasks for seamless transitions.
- Participated in pre-event planning meetings, providing input on event themes and strategies for success.
- Provided exceptional customer service to attendees, responding to inquiries or resolving issues professionally.
- Improved communication between team members with clear instructions, resulting in more efficient task execution during events.
- Set up event facilities and equipment, cleaned areas, and organized supplies.
Education
Bachelors in Public Health - Public Health
University of Massachusetts Amherst
Amherst, MA05-2028
Skills
- Customer Service
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Time Management
- Problem-solving skills
- Excellent people skills
- Goal-Oriented
- Relationship Building
- Outgoing Personality
- Flexible Schedule
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Arabic
Full Professional
Timeline
Sales Associate
Michaels Arts and Crafts
09.2023 - Current
Event Assistant
Sue's Elegant Events
09.2020 - Current
Bachelors in Public Health - Public Health
University of Massachusetts Amherst
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