Mariah Tolston
Summary
Reliable business professional with experience in project management, process improvement and financial analysis. Proven track record of successfully streamlining business operations and reducing costs. Adept at analyzing data to identify trends and developing strategies to improve efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Independent Contractor
Psithurism
12.2022 - Current
- Design personalized fine art commissions tailored to individual client preferences.
- Ensure client satisfaction by expertly installing commissioned pieces.
- Delivered outstanding service to customers to maintain and extend relationships for future business opportunities.
- Developed and maintained strong working relationships with clients, leading to repeat business and referrals.
- Negotiated contracts with clients, ensuring clear communication of project scope and expectations for both parties.
Operations Manager
Vallee Logistics
09.2023 - 01.2024
- Led a team in efficient package delivery, ensuring adherence to Amazon's standards.
- Oversaw daily operations, optimizing routes and maximizing productivity.
- Implemented process improvements, resulting in increased efficiency.
- Monitored KPIs and took corrective actions to meet performance targets.
- Managed staffing levels to meet delivery demands while minimizing costs.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided coaching for team development.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and conducted regular training sessions.
- Collaborated with Amazon representatives to address operational challenges.
- Prepared and presented regular reports on operational performance to senior management.
- Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Scheduled employees for shifts, taking into account customer traffic and employee strengths.
- Tracked employee attendance and punctuality, addressing repeat problems quickly to prevent long-term habits.
Administrative Assistant
Innovative Client Connections
05.2023 - 09.2023
- Provided comprehensive administrative support, ensuring smooth operations and project management.
- Managed executive calendars, appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements.
- Coordinated interdepartmental communications to facilitate collaboration.
- Drafted and proofread correspondence, reports, and presentations.
- Maintained organized filing systems for easy document retrieval.
- Assisted in event planning and coordination.
- Conducted market research and competitive analysis.
- Managed inventory of marketing materials within budget constraints.
- Provided administrative support for digital marketing initiatives.
- Assisted with new team member onboarding and training.
HR Assistant Manager (Amazon Partner)
4M Logistics
08.2022 - 10.2022
- Connected with vendors and coordinated with heads of companies.
- Interviewed and hired potential employees.
- Directed applicants toward drug testing and background checks.
- Oriented new hires to the company culture.
- Managed the day-to-day operations including answering the phone and emails.
- Acquired equipment including uniforms and needed devices.
- Coordinated rental vehicles.
Gallery Intern
Buckham Fine Arts Gallery
02.2022 - 04.2022
- Installed and uninstalled new exhibitions.
- Prepped gallery for new exhibits.
- Maintained gallery records, both digital and hard copy.
- Promoted new artists.
- Connected with local businesses and the community.
- Documented charity events.
- Helped with online social presence.
- Created and sent out call to entries.
- Maintained the monthly newsletter.
Curatorial Intern
Flint Institute of Arts
12.2020 - 05.2021
- Curated a ceramics Exhibit from start to finish.
- Assessed each artifact while doing the required research.
- Created the didactic texts and labels.
- Coordinated meetings with museum officials and other curators.
Administrative Management Assistant
North American Assemblies LLC
04.2015 - 10.2019
- Supervised day to day operations for the CEO.
- Managed supervisors calendar and met travel needs.
- Performed clerical duties.
- Kept inventory records.
- Planned company meetings.
- Interviewed and hired potential employees.
- Worked with other employees to ensure quarterly goals were met.
Education
BA - Art history with a concentration in Anthropology
University of Michigan- Flint
Flint, MI05.2022
BFA - Fine arts with a concentration in sculpture and a minor in ceramics
University of Michigan- Flint
Flint, MI05.2022
Skills
- Adobe creative suite
- Search Engine Optimization
- Operations Oversight
- Resources Allocation
- Schedule Management
- Client Relationship Building
- Project Management
- Scheduling
- Content Writing
- Data Analysis
- Process Analysis
Websites
Portfolio Request Email
riahgt3@gmail.com
Personal Information
Title: Independent Contractor
Projects
Natura est Alitur - Solo show, Flint, MI, 10/01/22, This exhibition featured sculptures created to show the boundaries and connections between the human body and nature.
Timeline
Operations Manager
Vallee Logistics
09.2023 - 01.2024
Administrative Assistant
Innovative Client Connections
05.2023 - 09.2023
Independent Contractor
Psithurism
12.2022 - Current
HR Assistant Manager (Amazon Partner)
4M Logistics
08.2022 - 10.2022
Gallery Intern
Buckham Fine Arts Gallery
02.2022 - 04.2022
Curatorial Intern
Flint Institute of Arts
12.2020 - 05.2021
Administrative Management Assistant
North American Assemblies LLC
04.2015 - 10.2019
BA - Art history with a concentration in Anthropology
University of Michigan- Flint
BFA - Fine arts with a concentration in sculpture and a minor in ceramics
University of Michigan- Flint