Paul Fortune

Experience

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  Table Mountain Golf Club

  Jan 2015 - Jun 2015

  Starter

  • I was responsible for opening up the golf shop and café at open• I checked in golfers and sold products from the pro shop • I answered phone calls regarding the course and tee times• Multitasking became a key aspect of my everyday life

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  Perry's Cafe and Rentals

  May 2016 - Aug 2016

  Staff

  • I rented bikes, surfboards, chairs, etc. to beachgoers using a POS system• I cleaned the grounds of the property and restocked utensils, napkins, etc.• The experience increased my interpersonal communication skills by having many positive connections with customers

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  Good Swings Happen Golf Academy

  Jul 2017 - Aug 2019

  Junior Golf Instrutor

  • I showed leadership skills while instructing groups of golfers aged 5-12• I taught important mental mantras including confidence, persistence, and visualizing success • Mentoring the children drastically improved my leadership skills

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  California State University, Chico

  Jan 2018 - Aug 2018

  Groundskeeper

  • My daily duties included emptying out all trashcans on the university campus• I helped with odd jobs with the full-time staff (ex. Pruning roses and mowing lawns)• Working on schedules helped me become more efficient

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  CSU, Chico Center for Economic Development

  Jan 2019 - May 2019

  Student Research Assistant

  • Work alongside senior researchers on projects• Conduct high-quality market research through cold-calling• Provide regional leaders with accurate and timely information to address the socio-economic challenges and opportunities facing the region.

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  Trader Joe's

  Sept 2019 - now

  Crew Member

  ● Meets tight hourly deadlines in collaboration with a team of over 100 people in one of the highest grossing sales locations. ● Go-to team member for effective new hire training from start date to completion. I have successfully trained over 50 employees.● Manages daily product orders and merchandising, requiring effective, timely communication with team members to ensure optimal stock levels.

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  Hayden Beverage

  Nov 2021 - Nov 2022

  On Premise Sales Representative

  ● Built and maintained relationships with 75+ clients, ensuring all needs are addressed, which directly translated to consistently exceeding monthly quotas of over $200,000/month.● Planned and managed weekly marketing campaigns and events for diverse beverage products and client accounts, which boosted brand awareness and sales.● Collaborated with sales, clients, warehouse and delivery teams to align objectives and meet deadlines, mirroring the cross-departmental coordination needed in a project manager position. Show less