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Mary Edwards

FALLBROOK,CA

Summary

Years of customer-facing positions in multiple businesses and capacities. Most recently acted as Executive Club Host at Pala Casino, promoted to lead after less than one year. Owned and operated multiple retail businesses where responsibilities included customer satisfaction, product development, marketing, event planning, photography, web design, and copy writing.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Lead Executive Club Host

Pala Casino Spa Resort
10.2022 - 08.2024

Providing unparalleled guest experiences to new and valued members of the casino's player's club and loyalty programs. Led my team in customer service excellence, implementing marketing programs and addressing customer questions, concerns, and complaints. Creating a welcoming and friendly first point of contact for new and returning guests. Interfaced with supervisors, management, and other casino departments as required to provide superior customer service.

Partner

Precious Metal Arts
09.1997 - 05.2022
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Designed and implemented jewelry classes and education curriculum
  • Designed and implemented special events and parties
  • Established a positive workplace culture that fostered employee engagement, collaboration, and loyalty.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses, and attract new customers.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Provided outstanding service to all individuals, promoting effective and lasting business relationships.

Owner

The 7-11 Miracle Company
06.2012 - 09.2015
  • Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
  • Developed and executed extensive marketing and packaging materials to create interest and attract new customers.
  • Interacted and educated customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Handled both valued and problematic customers and clients and maintained excellent customer service.
  • Managed all day-to-day business operations.

Product Photographer

Isabella Catalog
01.2001 - 06.2015
  • Set up product shots and selected props, styling, and lighting.
  • Created visually dynamic images using advanced composition techniques that effectively showcased products.
  • Handled lighting, composition and photo styling.
  • Produced multiple views of each product.

Education

High School Diploma -

St. Anthony Village
St. Anthony Village, MN

Art

Minnepolis College of Art And Design
Minneapolis, MN

Jewelry Manufacturing Arts -

Gemological Institute of America
Santa Monica, CA

Skills

  • Organizational development
  • Positive attitude
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Attention to detail
  • Multitasking

  • Reliability
  • Active listening
  • Adaptability and flexibility
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Customer relations

Interests

  • Training my dog Rosey to become a Therapy Dog
  • Baking and pastry-making, experimenting with recipes
  • Party Planning
  • Wine Tasting
  • Graphic Design
  • Crafting and DIY Projects
  • Photography and Photoshop
  • Creative Writing

Timeline

Lead Executive Club Host

Pala Casino Spa Resort
10.2022 - 08.2024

Owner

The 7-11 Miracle Company
06.2012 - 09.2015

Product Photographer

Isabella Catalog
01.2001 - 06.2015

Partner

Precious Metal Arts
09.1997 - 05.2022

High School Diploma -

St. Anthony Village

Art

Minnepolis College of Art And Design

Jewelry Manufacturing Arts -

Gemological Institute of America
Mary Edwards