Sociology taught skills in research methodologies, data analysis, and qualitative assessment. Adept at fostering collaboration within diverse teams, ensuring project goals are met with adaptability to evolving needs. Known for strong analytical skills, effective communication, and results-driven approach.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Two Sides of Nature
08.2023 - Current
Assisted an average of 100 customers a day to help find items, answer questions, and provide friendly service
Learned how to prioritize tasks while managing and running the store alone
Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise
Maintained calm demeanor and professionally managed issues in busy, high-stress situations
Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges
Corps Member
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps
10.2022 - 07.2023
Federal service organization that emphasizes developing leaders and strengthening communities through team-based national and community hands-on and direct service
Awarded the Congressional Award and the Silver President’s Volunteer Service Award for completing 1,938 hours in the ten-month service term
My role on the team was Service Learning Initiator; I conducted meetings every week with the team to learn about the value of the work we were doing in the community
The Southwest Region focused on affordable housing, promoting food security, mentoring youth and youth development, disaster relief, and supporting communities with critical needs by working with non-profits in the region
Intern
World AIDS Museum and Educational Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
Internship coordinator: Andrew Ruffner, Director of Education and Programming andrew@worldaidsmuseum.org
Created engaging social media posts to promote education and cultural programs offered by the Museum. Work included design and layout for print and electronic media, as well as describing the programs
Developed and maintained a database of community and interest-area calendars to promote Museum programs. Posted events to calendars to increase the Museum’s reach into new communities and markets
Designed a template for an Annual Report to highlight the Museum’s accomplishments and financials to share with visitors, patrons, and potential funders
Intern
The Hain Celestial Group, Inc
12.2020 - 02.2021
Shadowed Monica Corbett, Senior Director of Consumer Insights and Strategy monica.corbett@hain.com
Involved in research projects to help improve the advertisements of products
Gained an understanding of how focus groups are run and the knowledge that is learned from giving the consumers a chance to voice their opinions on the products
Learned how to research, public speak, and use Microsoft Word
Exposed at a high level to a variety of consumer research techniques and methodologies to address specific business issues
Contributed to a thought leadership paper for Hain marketing on the differences across generations and presented it to the US marketing team
Synthesized multiple data sources to provide a holistic assessment of health and well-being trends that informed Hain’s strategic planning
Education
Bachelor of Social Science - Sociology, minor in Philosophy
University of Tampa
Tampa, FL
05.2022
Skills
Customer service
Teamwork and collaboration
Time management
Problem-solving skills
Leadership qualities
Social media expertise
Timeline
Sales Associate
Two Sides of Nature
08.2023 - Current
Corps Member
AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps
10.2022 - 07.2023
Intern
World AIDS Museum and Educational Center
09.2021 - 12.2021
Intern
The Hain Celestial Group, Inc
12.2020 - 02.2021
Bachelor of Social Science - Sociology, minor in Philosophy