Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Timeline
Extracurriculars And Honors
Relevant Experience
Extracurriculars And Honors
Volunteer Experience
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Kelly M. Templeton

East Northport,NY

Summary

Business Management graduate with a passion for operations management, event planning and marketing. Experience working in fast-paced, customer-focused environments that require clear communication, structured thinking, and collaboration across teams. Organized, coachable, and detail-oriented, with a strong ability to translate needs and feedback into actionable solutions.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager/ Shift Leader

Sobol Inc.
Commack & Hauppauge, NY
06.2018 - Current
  • Assisted with the planning and execution of store-level promotions and events to drive customer engagement.
  • Trained and led team members while coordinating daily operations, inventory, and workflow efficiency.
  • Conducted regular inventory of food and store supplies to ensure adequate stock levels.

College Program Cast Member

The Walt Disney Company
Lake Buena Vista, FL
08.2025 - 11.2025
  • Created memorable experiences that meet Disney's standards, and contributing to the company's legacy of storytelling and magic.
  • Collaborated with teams to ensure efficient operations, clear communication, and positive audience engagement.
  • Applied attention to detail while balancing guest needs and operational priorities.
  • Gained firsthand experience in how brand consistency and audience experience impact perception and loyalty.

Sales Associate

Beach Bum
Stony Brook, NY
08.2023 - 04.2024
  • Built strong customer relationships through personalized communication.
  • Identified customer needs and translated insights into effective product suggestions.
  • Resolved customer concerns to encourage repeat business.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

SUNY, Stony Brook
Stony Brook, NY
08-2025

Skills

Tools

  • Microsoft Word
  • Canva
  • Microsoft PowerPoint
  • Microsoft Excel

Digital and creative

  • Social media strategy and content creation
  • Event coordination and promotion

Other

  • Sales
  • Training
  • Communication
  • Guest experience
  • Brand representation
  • Goal setting and tracking

Timeline

College Program Cast Member

The Walt Disney Company
08.2025 - 11.2025

Sales Associate

Beach Bum
08.2023 - 04.2024

Manager/ Shift Leader

Sobol Inc.
06.2018 - Current

Bachelor of Science - Business Management

SUNY, Stony Brook

Extracurriculars And Honors

  • Sigma Delta Tau, Stonybrook, NY, Member / Vice President of New Member Experience, 05/23, Present, Led onboarding and weekly programs for new members, building inclusive communities. Organized meetings, created educational slide decks, and maintained accurate documentation. Actively raise awareness for children with cancer and engage in activities as a sorority to raise money for families affected by childhood cancer. Actively participate in philanthropy and events both on campus and in the community.
  • Peer Leadership Club, Commack, NY, Club Member, 09/19, 06/22, Build meaningful relationships by using leadership skills with peers to help guide them and drive success. Volunteer a minimum of two hours a week.

Relevant Experience

Event Coordinator Intern| Vital Wound Care Solutions

Long Island, NY | 2024-2026

  • Assisted in planning and executing corporate events, conferences, and internal company gatherings.
  • Coordinated booth setup and breakdown for podiatry and medical conferences across multiple states.
  • Helped organize branded displays and promotional materials for trade show presence.

Brand Collaboration & Event Content Creator | Edikted

Long Island, NY | 2024-2025

  • Collaborated with a national fashion brand on pop-up events and a grand opening.
  • Created on-site content during events to enhance brand visibility, engagement, and promotion.
  • Developed promotional countdowns and event-focused digital content to drive awareness and foot traffic ahead of launches.
  • Worked closely with representatives to ensure content aligned with standards and campaign objectives.

Social Media Director | Sigma Delta Tau

Stony Brook University

  • Led digital promotion for philanthropy initiatives, recruitment events, and brand storytelling across Instagram, TikTok, national website, and VSCO.
  • Planned and executed photoshoots and event-based content to support recruitment and fundraising.
  • Collaborated with board members to ensure content aligned with values, brand voice, and event goals.

Extracurriculars And Honors

Sigma Delta Tau, Stonybrook, NY, Member / Vice President of New Member Experience, 05/23, Present, 

  • Led onboarding and weekly programs for new members, building inclusive communities.
  • Organized meetings, created educational slide decks, and maintained accurate documentation.
  • Actively raise awareness for children with cancer.
  • Actively participate in philanthropy and events both on campus and in the community.

Peer Leadership Club, Commack, NY, Club Member, 09/19, 06/22, 

  • Build meaningful relationships by using leadership skills with peers to help guide them and drive success. Volunteer a minimum of two hours a week.

Volunteer Experience

  • The B+ Foundation, Stonybrook, NY, Sigma Delta Tau Philanthropy, 03/23, 05/25, Actively raise awareness for children with cancer and engage in activities as a sorority to raise money for families affected by childhood cancer.
  • St. Baldricks Childhood Cancer Research, Commack, NY, Volunteer, 03/17, 05/25, Assist in designing and distributing flyers prior to the event. Actively volunteered at the registration desk during the event.
Kelly M. Templeton