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Trinity Mason

Milwaukee,USA

Summary

Entrepreneurial business owner with a focus on sustainable fashion and community engagement. Successfully launched an online second-hand clothing business, driving customer engagement through targeted social media campaigns and notable events. Recognized for leadership in empowering women-owned businesses through participation in local marketplaces and networking opportunities.

Overview

10
10
years of professional experience

Work History

Business Owner & Founder

Thrif-Tee
Milwaukee, USA
01.2023 - Current
  • Successfully launched and operated Thrif-Tee, an online-based second-hand clothing business focused on sustainable fashion.
  • Curated and sold pre-loved apparel, promoting eco-conscious shopping at in-person vending events and through an active social media presence on Instagram and Facebook.
  • Managed business operations independently, leveraging digital platforms to increase engagement and sales.
  • Honorably recognized for the BMO/Bucks Women’s Empowerment Event, showcasing outstanding women-owned businesses in Milwaukee.
  • Accepted into the BMO Zero Barriers to Business: Women-Owned Business Market, a networking and selling opportunity celebrating local female entrepreneurs.
  • Participated in the Phenomenal Woman Marketplace, a pop-up event dedicated to highlighting women in business and the arts, featuring local vendors, live performances, and community engagement.
  • Vended at the Ujamaa Marketplace for Kwanzaa, a collaboration with America’s Black Holocaust Museum and Papyrus & Charms, showcasing over 20 Black-owned businesses through a cultural and entrepreneurial celebration.
  • Featured entrepreneur at 'Entrepreneurship: The Greatest Show on Earth' hosted by BizStarts, connecting with Milwaukee’s small business ecosystem and celebrating local entrepreneurship through networking and storytelling.
  • Completed business development training through BizStarts, enhancing skills in marketing, financial management, and networking, which facilitated Thrif-Tee’s first in-store selling experience.
  • Managed daily operations and inventory for "Biz starts community market" a local small business.

Assistant Teacher

Teddy Bear Child Care
Milwaukee, USA
02.2018 - Current
  • Curated stimulating activities to enhance cognitive and physical growth in the classroom.
  • Observed and evaluated children's performance, behavior, social development, and physical health; recorded findings on progress reports and portfolios to track development.
  • Teach skills such as color, shape, number and letter recognition, self-help skills and social skills.
  • Organized and led activities that fostered physical, mental, and social development through games, arts and crafts, music, and storytelling.
  • Provided individualized care for each child, including holding, comforting, feeding, and diapering to ensure their emotional and physical well-being.
  • Read books, sing songs, perform fingerplays and flannel board stories to the entire class or to small groups.
  • Completed light cleaning tasks in the classroom, including sweeping, mopping, and washing dishes to maintain a tidy and hygienic learning environment.

Sales Associate/Cashier

Forever 21
Wauwatosa, USA
01.2017 - 03.2018
  • Demonstrated effective selling, communication, and negotiation skills to drive sales
  • Provided exceptional customer service by addressing inquiries and resolving issues promptly
  • Collected payment methods and dispensed change to ensure accurate transactions
  • Removed security devices, folded clothes, and placed neatly in bags for customer purchases
  • Counted daily money transactions to maintain accurate financial records
  • Analyzed seasonal trends and adjusted displays accordingly
  • Ensure pricing is correct
  • Distribute coupons and verify that coupons are not expired
  • Restock clothes that have been tried on and fold neatly
  • Maintain the fitting rooms

Sales Associate/Cashier

American Eagle
Wauwatosa, USA
02.2017 - 06.2017
  • Demonstrated strong selling, communication, and negotiation skills to drive sales.
  • Removed security devices, folded clothes, and packaged items neatly for customer pickup
  • Resolve customer complaints in a proactive manner
  • Collected payments and accurately dispensed change to ensure smooth transaction process
  • Operate cash register
  • Counted daily cash transactions to maintain accurate financial records
  • Set up display cases
  • Analyzed seasonal trends and adjusted displays accordingly.
  • Organized and stocked shelves with merchandise to maintain store presentation.
  • Ensure pricing is correct
  • Distribute coupons and verify that coupons are not expired
  • Restock clothes that have been tried on and fold neatly
  • Managed fitting rooms by keeping them clean and organized for customer convenience.

P.O.S/Cashier

Kohl’s Department Store
Glendale, USA
10.2016 - 01.2017
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction through attentive service and product knowledge
  • Assisted customers on the sales floor by providing product information and support.
  • Proactively resolved customer complaints, ensuring positive experiences
  • Answered questions about service and merchandise
  • Issued receipts, refunds and change
  • Conducted daily transaction counts to ensure accurate financial reporting.
  • Restocked shelves regularly to ensure products were available for customers.
  • Organized product displays to improve visibility and customer engagement
  • Maintained the fitting rooms

Women Shoes Sales Associate/Cashier

Boston Store
Glendale, USA
07.2016 - 11.2016
  • Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction through excellent sales service
  • Welcomed customers and provided prompt assistance to ensure a positive shopping experience
  • Assessed customers’ needs and provided assistance and information on products
  • Resolved customer complaints swiftly to maintain satisfaction and loyalty
  • Built productive trust relationships with customers
  • Remained knowledgeable on products offered and discussed available options
  • Arranged merchandise displays to attract customers

Office Assistant

Tom Barrett Youth Summer Internship Program (City of Milwaukee WIC Program)
Milwaukee, USA
06.2016 - 08.2016
  • Delivered excellent customer service to enhance client satisfaction.
  • Answered phone calls and communicated information to assist callers effectively.
  • Performed data entry
  • Organized and filed paperwork to streamline record-keeping processes.
  • Performed Microsoft Word & Excel
  • Monitored inventory levels of materials and allocated them to team members.

Education

Associate of Applied Science -

Milwaukee Area Technical College
Milwaukee, WI
06-2027

High School -

John Marshall High School
Milwaukee, WI
01-2016

Skills

  • Business development
  • Project management
  • Brand strategy
  • Social media marketing
  • Data analysis
  • Industry trend tracking
  • Financial management
  • Sustainable business models
  • Customer service
  • Team leadership
  • Negotiation and persuasion
  • Verbal and written communication
  • Public speaking
  • Written communication
  • Driven and determined
  • Entrepreneurial leadership
  • Entrepreneurial personality

Volunteer Experience

St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care Bucyrus Campus, 2450 W North Ave, Milwaukee, WI, 53205, (414) 210-2450, 03/15/18 - 03/23/18, Child Care Volunteer, Supervise & monitor the safety of the children in my care., Help the children maintain clean hygiene., Maintain a safe play space., Keep children occupied & engaged in daily play & activities.

Volunteer for Kinship Community Garden

Timeline

Business Owner & Founder

Thrif-Tee
01.2023 - Current

Assistant Teacher

Teddy Bear Child Care
02.2018 - Current

Sales Associate/Cashier

American Eagle
02.2017 - 06.2017

Sales Associate/Cashier

Forever 21
01.2017 - 03.2018

P.O.S/Cashier

Kohl’s Department Store
10.2016 - 01.2017

Women Shoes Sales Associate/Cashier

Boston Store
07.2016 - 11.2016

Office Assistant

Tom Barrett Youth Summer Internship Program (City of Milwaukee WIC Program)
06.2016 - 08.2016

Associate of Applied Science -

Milwaukee Area Technical College

High School -

John Marshall High School
Trinity Mason