Gianna Velez Corvino

Experience

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  Champagne Palmer & Co

  Jul 2019 - Jul 2019

  Intern

  Executed quality control in the vineyards. Demonstrated a strong power of analytical reasoning through development of tastings and photoshoots. Organized cellar, library vintages and product offering.

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  Ruffino

  Jul 2019 - Jul 2019

  Intern

  Hosted European influencers including coordination of photoshoots and events. Hosted hospitality guests for tours and tastings in the main Chalet. Created brand ambassadors. Managed grower relationships including securing sourcing from regional growers.

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  The Prisoner Wine Company

  Aug 2019 - Aug 2019

  Intern

  Learned varietal selection and blending techniques. Assisted with branding of NPD items.Organized and designed product tastings with winery team.

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  Rose Creative Group

  Jun 2020 - Oct 2021

  Research And Development Specialist

  Researched client streams and created new alignments for expanded business opportunities. Worked in B2B capacity to generate business alliances and advance revenue. Coordinated collaborations between leadership and clients. Drove customer loyalty with account relationship support.

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  BronxWorks

  Jun 2021 - Aug 2021

  Mentor

  Oversaw and executed an educational program partnered with Fordham University and students identified for the opportunity by BronxWorks. Offered courses integrating business principles, local Bronx history, and college access information. The program encompassed Fordham's DEI initiative offering opportunities and educational tools to local Bronx teens.

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  QUI tequila

  May 2022 - May 2024

  Managing Director

  Responsible for International Distribution including FOB planning and shipment coordination. Supply chain operations include securing international distribution/warehouse partners, managing quotes, shipping, warehousing. National Account Program Management, including demo programming, scheduling and staffing. National Distributor Management including forecasting, allocations, inventory management, programming market activation, pricing and QDs. Guide Distributor Sales Teams across US to attain sales goals. Provide education and sales tools. Creation and Direction of QUI Demo Team, including recruiting, scheduling and management of daily responsibilities. Team management including 1:1 support, scheduling and payroll. Customer Service includes communication and creating ambassadorship. Budgeting, AP and AR, financial reconciliation. Marketing/PR coordination including partnerships, trade shows and events. Platform Management of Shopify, Shipstation. Show less

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  The NY Archive

  Aug 2023 - now

  Founder

  Founder, NYC Designer Vintage Retailer. Curates collections of sourced luxury pieces with a focus on sustainability. Offers individual sourcing of rare items and styling. Executes and directed photoshoots. Curates social media content while scaling business. Amassed thousands of followers in less than 30 days. Oversees social media marketing, email communications with customers, and ambassadorships. Manages all financial operations. Created and promoted ethical sourcing and business practices.