TARYN MBALI KHUMALO
San Diego,California
Summary
Business administration student with practical experience in digital marketing, brand strategy, and team leadership. Successfully managed multi-channel content campaigns and executed large-scale events while optimizing daily operations. Committed to fostering brand loyalty and creating authentic connections in dynamic environments.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
President, Executive Board member
University of San Diego Women in Business (WIB)
San Diego, CA
05.2026 - Current
- Led 15-person executive team to run programs, marketing, and operations for community of 200+ members
- Managed event execution, overseeing speaker outreach, vendor logistics, campus approvals, and budget compliance
Marketing Intern
Ventura Orthopedics
Camarillo, CA
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Managed multi-channel social media strategy, creating engaging visual content that increased patient engagement and enhanced local brand visibility
- Executed targeted email marketing campaigns and organized core databases, streamlining cross-departmental information workflows and improving reporting processes
- Coordinated logistics for patient outreach events and community initiatives, overseeing scheduling, vendor communication, and collateral distribution to ensure successful execution
- Conducted market research to identify trends and consumer preferences.
- Managed email marketing campaigns to nurture leads and inform patients.
Front Desk Associate
Smarface Spa
Solana Beach, CA
03.2026 - 05.2026
- Managed guest relations, spa check-in/out, and facility operations to maintain premium brand standards
- Drove revenue through membership sales and retail consultations; executed marketing campaigns to enhance brand visibility
- Supported CEO with projects and managed communications across phone, text, and social media
Sales Associate
Sweathouz
Del Mar, CA
01.2026 - 03.2026
- Promoted studio memberships and retail products, contributing to guest conversions and recurring revenue generation
- Delivered personalized sales and service experiences that drove membership growth and enhanced long-term member retention
- Build strong relationships with new and returning clients through consultative selling and education on wellness and recovery services
- Foster a welcoming, community-driven studio environment aligned with SweatHouz's mission of wellness and recovery
Dance Camp Counselor
Oaks Christian School
Westlake Village, CA
06.2021 - 07.2025
- Mentored 90+ young dancers, fostering confidence and creativity through inclusive programming
- Coordinated weekly camp schedules and managed daily operations, ensuring seamless activity execution
- Supervised campers during activities to ensure safety and engagement.
- Organized daily schedules for recreational and educational programs.
- Facilitated team-building exercises to promote collaboration among campers.
International Team Ambassador
University of San Diego
San Diego, CA
09.2023 - 05.2024
- Coordinated 5 major boarding program events, fostering cultural exchange and inclusion among 100+ international students
- Mentored 100+ international students, enhancing campus inclusivity and promoting cross-cultural understanding
- Enhanced student access to campus resources by facilitating effective communication.
- Organized events to promote student engagement and community involvement.
- Assisted in training new team members on service protocols.
Business Operations & Inventory Analyst Intern
Central Courier LLC
Camarillo, CA
06.2022 - 08.2022
- Monitored and maintained inventory of over 1,000 Verizon cellphones and related equipment, achieving accurate records and optimal stock levels
- Contributed ideas in strategy meetings that resulted in a 10% reduction in operational costs through streamlined processes
- Accompanied drivers on delivery routes across Ventura County, enhancing logistic operations, route planning, and time management skills
Education
Bachelor of B.A. - Business Administration, Management
University of San Diego, Knauss School of Business
San Diego, CA05-2027
Universidad Pontificia de Comillas
Madrid, Spain12-2025
Skills
- Marketing strategy
- Digital marketing
- Marketing analytics
- Social media management
- Product Marketing
- Brand Development
- Brand Innovation
- Graphic Design
- Tableau
- Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Attention to Detail
- Adaptable
- Effective communication
- Team Collaboration
- Leadership Presentation
- Conflict Resolution
- Brand Development
Awards
- USD Honors Dean's recognition, 05/24, 05/26
- Rising Star Award- Women in Business Organization, 05/24
Hobbies and Interests
- Marketing strategy
- Brand Innovation
- Skincare Product Development
- Community Service
- Global Travelling
- Dance
- Sophisticated Fashion
Project And Volunteer Experience
- Oaks Christian Student Leadership, Interact Club President, 08/21 - 08/22, Westlake Village, CA, Led a team of 30 members in community service initiatives, including a Backpack Project providing 670 backpacks to students in need and a Rise Against Hunger campaign packing 10,000+ meals for communities in Guatemala, Organized a FoodShare Can Drive and other service events, supporting families in need while fostering teamwork, leadership, and social responsibility among club members
- Sedi-Laka Sanitation Project-Go-Fund Me, Fundraiser Coordinator, 08/21 - 10/21, Johannesburg, Raised $5,056, surpassing the initial goal of $2,850, to provide 2,500 BPA-free water bottles for students at Sedi-Laka Primary School, Helped combat period poverty by purchasing and distributing 1,248 sanitary pads to students in need
Coursework
- Business Calculus
- Financial and Managerial Accounting
- Organizational Behavior
- Business Micro and Macroeconomics
Timeline
Marketing Intern
Ventura Orthopedics
06.2026 - 07.2026
President, Executive Board member
University of San Diego Women in Business (WIB)
05.2026 - Current
Front Desk Associate
Smarface Spa
03.2026 - 05.2026
Sales Associate
Sweathouz
01.2026 - 03.2026
International Team Ambassador
University of San Diego
09.2023 - 05.2024
Business Operations & Inventory Analyst Intern
Central Courier LLC
06.2022 - 08.2022
Dance Camp Counselor
Oaks Christian School
06.2021 - 07.2025
Bachelor of B.A. - Business Administration, Management
University of San Diego, Knauss School of Business
Universidad Pontificia de Comillas