Kathlyn Garcia

Motivated and customer focused retail professional with proven leadership, training, and merchandising skills. Experienced in back stock operations, team coaching, and maintaining high visual and organizational standards. Recognized for leading efficient workflows, fostering collaboration, and providing exceptional guest experiences. Passionate about helping others and creating inspiring shopping environments that align with brand vision.

Travel Planning, Research & Group Coordination

• Plan and lead trips for groups of 4–8 people by researching destinations, accommodations, transportation, activities, and local requirements.
• Create detailed itineraries, coordinate schedules, assign responsibilities, and communicate deadlines and updates to group members.
• Research neighborhoods, transportation options, weather conditions, emergency services, and activity requirements to support group safety.
• Develop and manage trip budgets using spreadsheets to compare prices, track payments, monitor expenses, and stay within spending limits.
• Organize reservations, confirmation details, travel documents, emergency contacts, and important information so they remain accurate and accessible.
• Monitor the group throughout the trip, confirm everyone is accounted for, and adjust plans when safety, scheduling, or budget concerns arise.
• Resolve booking changes, scheduling conflicts, and unexpected issues by researching alternatives and clearly communicating revised plans.

• Volunteer Reader & Assistant, Hialeah Public Libraries – JFK Library, Hialeah, FL, Read to children and assisted with educational activities to promote literacy and community engagement., Helped staff organize events and maintain a welcoming, inclusive environment for families.
• Community Volunteer, Local Food Drives, Miami, FL, Supported donation events by sorting, packaging, and distributing meals to families in need., Worked collaboratively with volunteers to ensure efficient, compassionate service.

• Running
• Reading
• Pottery
• Cooking
• Traveling
• Theater