Nicole Ayala
Reno
Summary
Community focused candidate with background in volunteer initiatives, contributing to meaningful projects that enhance community well-being. Known for effective teamwork and adaptability in dynamic environments. Committed to fostering positive outcomes and healing through collaborative efforts and art making.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer
Our Center
06.2024 - Current
- Maintain clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
- Use strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.
- Mentor new volunteers, fostering a supportive and inclusive team environment.
- Enhance visitor experience by conducting informative and engaging tours of center.
Professional Pet Sitter
Professional Dog Mom
08.2024 - 10.2025
- Supervised daily care routines for multiple pets, ensuring safety and well-being.
- Managed pet medications, adhering to prescribed dosages and schedules.
- Coordinated with pet owners to schedule visits and maintain communication regarding pet status.
B2B Warehouse Associate
Geneva10 Fulfillment
08.2023 - 07.2024
- Order Fulfillment: Picked, packed, and palletized outgoing orders for B2B and D2C.
- Trained new associates on warehouse procedures and equipment operation, fostering team competency.
- Assisted in developing process improvements that reduced order processing time by optimizing workflows.
- Collaborated with team members to achieve daily targets and complete tasks efficiently.
Screen Printer
Custom Ink
05.2022 - 03.2023
- Utilized automatic screen print machinery to produce customer orders of 20 to 200 pieces.
Service Manager
Sprouts Farmer’s Market
07.2017 - 04.2022
- Managed front-end operations and all department heads. Reported directly to the Store Manager and assumed the role in their absence.
- Maintained good customer relations
- Provided constructive feedback, set performance expectations, and identified opportunities
- Communicated sales goals, department performance, and sales opportunities with team
- Conducted interviews, helped facilitate the onboarding process, and monitor training.
Education
Master of Arts - Art Therapy/Counseling
Southwestern College of New Mexico
Santa Fe, NM08-2025
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Nevada, Reno
Reno, NV12-2013
Associate of Arts -
Truckee Meadows Community College
Reno, NV12.2011
Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Client confidentiality
- Customer service
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Interpersonal skills
- Self motivation
Timeline
Professional Pet Sitter
Professional Dog Mom
08.2024 - 10.2025
Volunteer
Our Center
06.2024 - Current
B2B Warehouse Associate
Geneva10 Fulfillment
08.2023 - 07.2024
Screen Printer
Custom Ink
05.2022 - 03.2023
Service Manager
Sprouts Farmer’s Market
07.2017 - 04.2022
Master of Arts - Art Therapy/Counseling
Southwestern College of New Mexico
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
University of Nevada, Reno
Associate of Arts -
Truckee Meadows Community College