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PROFI LE
Combines 10 years of experience in business operations, people leadership and development, and
organizational development with the execution of effective strategies that resulted in the successful growth of
various business sectors. Utilizes diverse background to strategically and effectively grow companies from the
inside-out by scaling business visions and goals into manageable projects and processes while improving
departmental structures. Leads with a people-first approach, is HR-certified, detail-oriented, results-driven, and
passionate about creating positive and productive work environments.
EXPER IENCE
BU S I NE S S & P EOP L E O PERAT IO NS CONSULTA NT
S P E K CO NS U LT ING G R OUP, L LC; RE MOTE — O CTOB E R 2018–PRE SE N T
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Lead full-scale business operations for an online coaching organization while increasing efficiencies and
productivity through expert project and people management, ensuring business goals are met. Advise CEO
on organizational policy matters and recommend needed changes. Serve as a link between CEO and
employees by handling questions and resolving work-related conflicts to foster a positive environment.
Scope of work increased three times over the course of six months due to superb work that exceeded
expectations.
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Advise CEO of a growing talent sourcing startup on business and people strategies to improve internal
communication and organizational structure that help scale the company. Provide talent consultation services
by screening, interviewing, and completing all credentialing for sales roles for their SaaS clients. Prospect and
qualify potential candidates through strategic questions and direct conversations. Coach candidates to
prepare them for interviews.
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Develop business operational organization and project flows for an Amazon retailer to grow the business
across markets, product categories, and distribution channels.
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Streamline marketing operations for a boutique PR agency by creating a multi-channel content calendar
template. Advise CEO on marketing content planning for the year to present to a prospective new beauty
client during a pitch meeting, resulting in the successful acquisition of the client.
DIR ECTOR
B A K ED B Y M E L IS S A ; NEW YO RK , N Y — OCTO BE R 2 0 1 3 -SE PTE M B E R 2018
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Spearheaded design of core business operations through strategic planning and expert team building and
project management capabilities by leading various departments across the organization (marketing, B2B
sales, PR, brand, and events) with an innovative perspective to restructure, reorganize, and establish systems,
policies, and procedures.
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Saved company $100K+/year in operational costs through strategic evaluation and reduction of expenses.
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Identified and addressed internal issues by developing and integrating protocols that created structure,
enhanced communication, and improved business processes.
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Managed $1.3M budget and various departments’ P&Ls, with 2018 quarterly earnings closing 30-40% up
from goal.
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Translated business strategies into talent development opportunities by establishing departmental structures
and mentoring staff to succeed in their roles after careful review of goals and core team competencies,
increasing productivity by 80%.
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Coached reports on internal communication best practices and conflict resolution while facilitating change
management and employee-management communication strategies.
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Created new compensation structure that improved employee morale and boosted performance.
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Drafted, deployed, and implemented new internal communication processes and protocols to 250 retail
employees.
Additional Roles: Marketing Manager (07/15 – 11/16), Event and Client Relations Manager (08/14 – 07/15),
Senior Event Coordinator (10/13 – 08/14)
G ENERA L IST
B O LD P R ; N E W YORK , N Y — M AY 2 0 1 3 - OCTO BE R 2 0 1 3
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Hired, trained, and managed intern on daily office & PR duties, including media sample send outs,
assembling press materials, organizing sample closets, and updating media lists.
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Utilized strong verbal and written communication skills to pitch media stories in order to secure press
coverage for clients who were brands sold at Sephora.
A S S O C IATE ACCO UN T EX ECU T IV E
W E AR E M U LT I P LY; WA SHI N GTON , DC — M AR CH 2012-M AY 2013
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Trained, managed, and mentored Account Coordinators and interns in daily media relations activities to
ensure client needs were met.
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Served as a trusted member of the hiring team when filling upper management roles.
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Coordinated events by collaborating with vendors, coordinating logistics, managing attendance, and
providing onsite assistance.
Additional Role: Account Coordinator (03/12 – 12/12)
CO NSU LTAN T
VA R IO US ESTAB LIS H ME N T S; N YC , LO ND ON — M AY 2009-DE CE MBE R 2011
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Express; Ermenegildo Zegna; Rent the Runway; Neville McCarthy Associates; TC Media, LLC
EDUCATI ON
H U M AN R E S O U R C ES CE RTI FI CATI O N I N ST I T UTE - 2 0 1 9
aPHR Certif ied
STAT E U NI V E R S I TY O F N E W YOR K, FASH I O N I NST I TUTE OF TECHNOLOGY - 2 0 1 1
Bachelor o f Science , Business : Marketin g Comm unications
3.67/4.00 cumulative GPA, cum laude
SKI LLS
Expert: People Management (remote & onsite), Business Operations, Organizational Development, Leadership
& Team Building, Internal Communications
Advanced: Project Management, Change Management, Employee Development, Marketing Strategy &
Operations, Budgets & P&L Management; Metrics Reporting
Software, Advanced: MS Office & Google Suite, Slack, TeamWork
Software, Skilled: Quickbooks, Breezy
Languages: English (native), Russian (proficient)
