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Sally A Stewart

Brook,NY

Summary

Determined Business Owner with commitment to excellence and more than 15 years of experience in the food and wine industry. Effective collaborator promoting strong leadership coupled with team building and communication. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.

Overview

41
41
years of professional experience

Work History

CEO

POP PAIRINGS
08.2017 - Current
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Managed multiple partnerships and strategic business relationships.
  • Built productive relationships with wine and food industry partners to support strategic business objectives.
  • Made financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce.
  • Developed and executed marketing and sales strategies to maximize our companies visibility
  • Maintained routine contact with key decision makers to build support
  • Provided timely education programs and services to clients
  • Participated in wine and spirits education programs, hosted pouring events and conducted tastings
  • Engaged positively with staff, encouraging feedback and collaborative spirit.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.

ACTOR

SAG/AFTRA
01.1985 - Current
  • Auditioned and appeared on Network, Cable Television, Film and Theater.
  • Managed time to arrive on set when required to not delay rehearsals and shows.
  • Studied scripts to successfully portray characters in dramas and comedies.
  • Traveled to set locations to complete onsite filming.
  • Performed alongside various well-known actors and actresses.
  • Worked collaboratively with other actors

LEADERSHIP COACH

Synergy Education Systems
01.2012 - 05.2021
  • Conducted individual coaching sessions to help 100's of clients identify and develop their leadership strengths and areas for growth.
  • Facilitated multiple team-building workshops and provided guidance to enhance team dynamics and collaboration.
  • Utilized various coaching methodologies and tools to support clients in overcoming challenges and achieving desired outcomes.
  • Provided feedback and guidance to help clients improve their leadership skills and enhance their professional performance.
  • Troubleshot, brainstormed and collaborated with fellow coaches on ways to make coaching more impactful for clients.
  • Monitored and analyzed clients' progress, results and overall satisfaction to implement process improvement initiatives.
  • Analyzed and evaluated training effectiveness and program outcomes.

Waitress

VARIOUS RESTAURANTS IN NEW YORK CITY
01.1983 - 01.1995
  • Resolved guest and employee complaints to maintain complete customer satisfaction and workforce effectiveness.
  • Shared knowledge of menu items and flavors, enabling customers to make personal decisions based on taste and interest.
  • Provided recommendations on menu items and upsold food and drinks to increase sales.
  • Carried out complete opening, closing and shift change duties to keep restaurant working efficiently and teams ready to meet customer needs.
  • Answered customers' questions, recommended items, and recorded order information.
  • Increased sales significantly by upselling higher-end products to customers.

Education

High School Diploma -

Springfield Gardens High School
Queens
1980

No Degree - Theater

Queen College
Queens, NY

Skills

  • Demonstrated knowledge and passion for wine and spirits
  • Strong leadership and team-building abilities
  • Strong marketing and sales strategic planning abilities
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Strategic planning and goal setting
  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key decision makers
  • Results-driven mindset with focus on achieving targets and exceeding goals
  • Conflict resolution and problem-solving
  • Training and workshop facilitation

Accomplishments

  • Curated wines by African and African American wine makers and owners for Mayor Eric Adams "Juneteenth Celebration.
  • Curated wines and poured for 500 Black Man Brunch.
  • Article in Daily News about our company Pop Pairings.

Timeline

CEO

POP PAIRINGS
08.2017 - Current

LEADERSHIP COACH

Synergy Education Systems
01.2012 - 05.2021

ACTOR

SAG/AFTRA
01.1985 - Current

Waitress

VARIOUS RESTAURANTS IN NEW YORK CITY
01.1983 - 01.1995

High School Diploma -

Springfield Gardens High School

No Degree - Theater

Queen College

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