Mario Lorenzo Lopez
Laredo,TX
Summary
Bilingual communications professional and small business owner with experience in social media marketing, community engagement, community outreach, and visual content development. Brings strong relationship-building skills, business operations support, and a track record of promoting services to increase engagement and awareness.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Mar-Lo Group Inc.
Laredo, Texas
01.2025 - Current
- Directed Mar-Lo Group Inc. daily operations and business priorities.
- Oversee budgets, expenses, and financial planning for Mar-Lo Group Inc.
- Developed business strategies to support Mar-Lo Group Inc. growth.
- Ensured compliance with local, state, and federal regulations.
- Supervised performance of workers with goals of improving productivity, efficiency and cost savings.
- Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
- Managed client relationships and addressed service concerns.
- Reviewed reports and guided process improvements across operations.
State of Texas Work-Study
TAMIU SCCE Office
Laredo, Texas
06.2022 - 12.2024
- Collaborated with diverse coworkers to achieve student service goals and resolve related issues.
- Prioritized and organized tasks to efficiently accomplish student service goals.
- Identified the needs of students promptly and efficiently.
- Delivered customer service and resource navigation assistance to students regarding campus support services, including Dusty's Food Pantry, Student Emergency Assistance (S.E.A.), and the Student Behavioral Assessment and Intervention Team (BAIT).
- Connected students with appropriate campus resources based on individual needs. with appropriate campus resources based on their individual needs and circumstances.
- Developed illustrative graphics and promotional materials to increase awareness of office services, student support programs, and Dusty’s Food Pantry.
- Supported outreach and communications efforts designed to increase student awareness and engagement with available university resources.
- Supported day-to-day office operations and administrative tasks to enhance delivery of student services.
Communications Intern
Guerra Communications
Laredo, Texas
01.2024 - 05.2024
- Supported communications and media initiatives through written, visual, and digital content.
- Assisted with public engagement efforts and community outreach activities.
- Developed and maintained positive relationships with community members and local organizations.
- Supported community relations initiatives by coordinating outreach and engagement activities.
- Assisted with media communications, public-facing events, and community programs.
Federal Work-Study
LC English and Communications
Laredo, Texas
08.2019 - 06.2020
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Provided excellent service and attention to customers when face-to-face or through phone conversations.
- Collaborated closely with faculty and students to achieve project objectives and meet deadlines.
- Provided general office support and assistance with daily administrative operations.
Photographer and Social Events Intern
El Mañana Newspaper
Laredo, Texas
01.2018 - 03.2020
- Conducted journalism and community-focused reporting on local events, organizations, and activities.
- Captured and edited photographs for news articles, publications, and community events.
- Provided event coverage through photography, interviews, and on-site reporting.
- Built relationships with community members, local organizations, and event participants.
- Engaged with members of the community to gather information, stories, and perspectives.
- Supported the promotion and coverage of local events through written and visual content.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication And Spanish Language
Texas A&M International University
Laredo, TX12-2024
Associate of Arts - Mass Communication
Laredo College
Laredo, TX12-2020
Skills
- Fluent in English and Spanish
- Team worker
- Team supervision
- Customer Services
- Client relations
- Business operations
- Budget management
- Financial planning
- Social media marketing
Accomplishments
- Laredo Chamber of Commerce Ambassador of the Month
- Dusty's Food Pantry Student Advocate of the Year 2021
Affiliations
- Laredo Chamber of Commerce
- Laredo Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
- The Salvation Army of Laredo
Timeline
Owner
Mar-Lo Group Inc.
01.2025 - Current
Communications Intern
Guerra Communications
01.2024 - 05.2024
State of Texas Work-Study
TAMIU SCCE Office
06.2022 - 12.2024
Federal Work-Study
LC English and Communications
08.2019 - 06.2020
Photographer and Social Events Intern
El Mañana Newspaper
01.2018 - 03.2020
Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communication And Spanish Language
Texas A&M International University
Associate of Arts - Mass Communication
Laredo College