Nico Brand
Mill Valley,CA
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Founder & Creative Director
Superfly Kustomz
01.2018 - 01.2023
- Founded a custom sneaker business integrating design, marketing, and client management.
- Managed product development, pricing, and logistics from concept to delivery.
- Collaborated with clients to create personalized designs, balancing creativity with business efficiency.
- Learned hands-on how to manage workflows, inventory, and customer satisfaction—skills directly applicable to product and supply management.
Customer Service Associate
Lappert’s Ice Cream
01.2023 - 01.2025
- Provided daily customer service and point-of-sale management in a high-traffic retail environment.
- Trained new staff and optimized workflows to improve service times and efficiency.
Graphic & Web Design Intern
Hoplite LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Designed visual assets and website layouts to enhance client engagement.
- Partnered with marketing and operations teams to align brand visuals with project goals.
- Gained experience communicating design decisions in a professional business setting.
Education
B.S. - Industrial Technology & Packaging
California Polytechnic State University
San Luis Obispo01.2029
High School Diploma -
Tamalpais High School
Mill Valley, CA06-2025
Skills
- Technical: Python, Java, Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, Canva, Graphic Design
- Soft Skills: Leadership, Collaboration, Creativity, Communication, Organization, Customer Service
Affiliations
- Surfrider Club: Tamalpais High School
Coordinated and organized beach cleanups
- ADVNC: Club Lacrosse
Team captain; Led drills and warmups
- Entrepreneurship Club: Cal Poly SLO
Engaged in startup workshops and product pitch sessions exploring innovation and business development.
- Investing Club: Cal Poly SLO
Contributed to portfolio discussions and market analysis sessions focusing on investment strategies.
Certification
- First Aid/CPR Certified
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
Interests
Golf, Investing and Trading, Entreprenuership, Health and Fitness, Surfing, Lacrosse, Billiards, Skiing, Hiking, Drawing, Painting and Graphic Design, Camping
Timeline
Graphic & Web Design Intern
Hoplite LLC
05.2024 - 08.2024
Customer Service Associate
Lappert’s Ice Cream
01.2023 - 01.2025
Founder & Creative Director
Superfly Kustomz
01.2018 - 01.2023
B.S. - Industrial Technology & Packaging
California Polytechnic State University
High School Diploma -
Tamalpais High School