Varsha Manglani
West Orange,New Jersey
Summary
Professional operations leader with consistent track record in optimizing processes and driving impactful results. Proven ability to lead teams, implement strategic initiatives, and adapt to changing environments with ease. Skilled in project management, process improvement, and resource allocation. Known for effective collaboration and delivering dependable outcomes.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Director of Operations
The Learning Experience
Summit, NJ
02.2024 - Current
- Served as a key leader in launching the school before opening, building enrollment processes, and operational systems
- Grew enrollment from pre-opening through full operations by leading growth strategy, family engagement efforts, referral programs, and community partnerships
- Led marketing, branding, and outreach efforts to establish a strong local presence and positive community reputation
- Drove online reputation growth, generating 38 five-star Google reviews and strengthening brand credibility and visibility
- Organized and led community donation and fundraising initiatives, achieving the highest contribution total in the region
- Managed budgets, tuition strategy, staffing models, and profitability tracking to support revenue growth and long-term financial health
- Oversaw billing, collections, and revenue processing, ensuring accuracy and integrity across all tuition and funding sources
- Ensured compliance with State agencies by managing attendance tracking, redetermination processes, grant reporting, and family documentation
- Implemented operational systems and standardized procedures to improve efficiency, accountability, and overall service quality
- Oversaw daily operations across multiple departments, ensuring seamless coordination and efficient execution of tasks.
- Partnered closely with educational leadership to maintain compliance with state licensing requirements and organizational standards
- Recruited, developed, and coached leadership and staff through performance management, training, and ongoing professional development
- Fostered a high-performing, collaborative culture focused on staff engagement, recognition, and retention
- Provided clear, data-driven reporting and operational insights to senior leadership to support strategic decision-making
- Promoted a culture of safety within the organization by enforcing compliance with established regulations, policies, procedures, as well as conducting regular compliance checks
Independent Marketing Strategist
Freelance
New Jersey
01.2016 - Current
- Developed campaigns and specific marketing strategies for clients.
- Informed supervisors and company leaders on markets and regional sales needs to best meet customer needs and maximize revenue.
- Drafted media and press materials for client brand expansion
- Continuous entertainment, beauty, fashion, and media scanning for potential marketing and advertising opportunities, brand partnerships, vendor/event, and large showcase opportunities in the Northeast region.
- Designed logos for corporations and artists for use on websites and merch.
- Monitored social media platforms (Instagram and Twitter)
Regional Marketing Manager
Primrose Schools
Morristown, NJ
03.2023 - 12.2024
- Oversaw marketing for six schools, managing social media content creation for various platforms
- Analyzed insights on multiple social media channels to refine marketing strategies
- Sourced and managed vendor opportunities at events and sponsored events for brand visibility
- Orchestrated the setup of promotional tables at events and developed successful partnership pitches
- Oversaw the development of promotional materials, ensuring consistency with brand guidelines and messaging.
- Conducted regular competitor analysis, identifying potential threats and opportunities within the region.
- Optimized digital marketing channels, increasing website traffic and lead generation capabilities.
Corporate Marketing and Communications Intern
Vox Media
New York, NY
12.2018 - 12.2019
- Forged strong media relationships to further public relations goals.
- Secured media coverage for clients, company and specific campaigns.
- Drafted internal memoranda for company employees.
- Wrote and distributed press releases for company and clients.
- Developed original content for blog posts and website articles.
- Provided administrative support to senior team members.
Executive Assistant
Stragg Records
Jersey City, United States
07.2015 - 11.2018
- Managed external contacts for CEO and kept track of periodic communication needed for priority contacts.
- Contributed to smooth business operations by planning and organizing meetings and conferences, including conference calls.
- Allocated executive tasks and managed complex calendars and administrative functions.
- Coordinated concerts and shows including scheduling, vendor management, and promoting
- Planned and managed stage timing and transitions of openers and headliners
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Communications
Saint Peter's University
Jersey City, NJ06-2017
Skills
- Digital marketing expert
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop
- Content creation
- Experienced in event planning and coordination
- Strong verbal and communication skills
- Business communications
- Administrative office operations
- Time management
- Organization, prioritizing, and multi-tasking
- Schedule oversight
- Team leadership
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Staff management
- Staff training/development
- Hiring and onboarding
- Delegating work
- Department oversight
- Revenue forecasting
Timeline
Director of Operations
The Learning Experience
02.2024 - Current
Regional Marketing Manager
Primrose Schools
03.2023 - 12.2024
Corporate Marketing and Communications Intern
Vox Media
12.2018 - 12.2019
Independent Marketing Strategist
Freelance
01.2016 - Current
Executive Assistant
Stragg Records
07.2015 - 11.2018
Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Communications
Saint Peter's University