Gianna DeRespiris

Experience

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  Sunset Slimes Official LLC

  Feb 2017 - Mar 2020

  Entrepreneur

  Worked with departments across the company, including marketing and project management, in developing new ideas, initiatives, products, and services. Marketed and sold my products at 8 conventions which resulted in generating 800+ sales. I had the opportunity to sell my products at the Hershey Convention Center and was invited to sell at an event in San Diego, California. Accumulated a total of 14,000 Instagram followers and started an e-commerce storefront on Etsy with 300+ sales.

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  DECA Inc.

  Sept 2019 - Jun 2022

  Vice President of Marketing

  Participated in the Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA) for 3 years throughout high school. Served as the Vice President of Marketing for my chapter during my senior year. Received recognition at Districts, States, and Nationals. States Qualifier and competitor 2 years in a row, earning 1st in New York State in 2022 and Top 10 Role Play 1 in 2021. Received honors at Districts by placing 1st in my event. Qualifier and competitor at The International Career Development Conference in Atlanta, Georgia in 2022. Learned real-life skills and experiences in the Restaurant and Food Service Management event within the Hospitality cluster. Show less

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  Parmagianni

  Sept 2019 - Feb 2022

  Operations Manager

  Supervised 10-15 employees, scheduled their training, evaluated and developed performance metrics, and provided feedback for improvement. Increased customer service and satisfaction scores due to improved customer relations and communication with the staff. Assisted 100+ customers per day, by providing successful solutions to issues that would arise.Helped to coordinate daily operations by managing inbound calls and providing consumers with exceptional costumer service.

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  NYS Senator Todd Kaminsky

  Sept 2021 - Dec 2021

  Intern

  Executed company policies, procedures, and protocols when speaking with personnel. Providing advice and guidance to callers with unemployment concerns.

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  George Martin's Burger Bar - Massapequa

  Feb 2022 - Feb 2024

  Welcoming guests, taking guest orders, communicating them effectively to the kitchen, memorizing the menu, and offering recommendations to upsell appetizers, desserts, or drinks. Ensured quality service of up to 50 customers each shift.Consistently monitored customer satisfaction and used problem-solving skills whenever an issue would arise. Implemented company-wide benchmarks for quality of service and significantly improved customer satisfaction. Completed daily operations; Answered inbound calls and provided consumers with exceptional customer service.

  • Waitress

    May 2023 - Feb 2024

  • Hostess

    Feb 2022 - Feb 2024
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  Providence College

  Sept 2022 - now

  Coordinate & Execute gameday marketing initiatives and promotions for all 19 Division I teams.Main responsibilities include sponsorship fulfillment & activation, selecting contestants & coordinating in-game promotions, assisting with preparation for gameday, promoting events to students on-campus, putting together prize packs and bags, filming live shots with contestants, controlling music and video during games with fade-in/fade-out cues, and assisting with larger athletic events including giveaway games, pink out friartown, senior nights, and youth clinics. Show less Providing clerical and administrative support to the Office of Admission operations and counseling staff. Helping with answering the phone, greeting visitors, assisting with mailings, and other duties as necessary.Sort and open mail, file, fax, organize admission credentials, and photocopy. Answer and make phone calls. Maintain the confidentiality of all department matters and files. Assist with department mailings.Greet and distribute information to prospective students, families, and all visitors as well as direct them to appropriate areas or persons. Welcome group visits to campus. Show less

  • Gameday Sports Marketing Assistant

    Jan 2024 - now

  • Leadership Fellows Program Companion

    Sept 2023 - now

  • Admissions Administrative Assistant

    Sept 2022 - now
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  Storage Scholars LLC

  Feb 2023 - now

  Campus Co-Founder

  Promoted product lines to achieve superior customer service interactions, resulting in an increase in sales. Organized and managed team members in the implementation of a new marketing strategy.Directed and oversaw the creation and management of multiple marketing campaigns, including the implementation of social media, email marketing, and lead generation campaigns. Overseeing company budget by monitoring purchases for all operations expenses using a BREX card.

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  Flynn Zito Capital Management, LLC

  Jul 2023 - Aug 2023

  Summer Intern

  Overseeing numerous departments including operations, finance, trading, administration, and management. Attending numerous meetings with clientele, wholesalers, and departments within the company (marketing, administration and operations). Building professional relationships and gaining experience across all areas of financial advisory.

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  Delta Sigma Pi

  Nov 2023 - now

  A role that's committed to fostering growth and excellence through workshops, speakers, and networking. Ensuring that the chapter is educated on risk management and conduct issues. Promoting LEAD and other National Fraternity educational programs and encouraging attendance by chapter members. Contributing descriptions of all planned professional events for my chapter’s strategic plan. Coordinating this with my Vice President of Chapter Operations Omega Upsilon Chapter at Providence College. Develops and implements the chapter’s community service program. Educating members and promoting participation. Coordinating with provincial and national Fraternity service initiatives. Reporting community service activities for CMP credit in the Hub. Coordinate my reporting with the Vice President-Chapter Operations.

  • Vice President of Professional Activities

    Apr 2024 - now

  • Brother

    Oct 2022 - now

  • Vice President of Community Service

    Nov 2023 - Apr 2024
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  Blue Moon Pizza

  May 2024 - now

  Bartender

  Mixology and drink knowledge of how to make a wide variety of cocktails, mocktails, and other beverages, including knowledge of ingredients, recipes, and presentation. Ensuring drinks are made accurately, maintaining a clean and organized workspace, and adhering to safety and health standards.Key customer service skills by providing friendly, attentive, and personalized service to ensure a positive guest experience. Effectively interacting with customers, coworkers, and management, both verbally and non-verbally. Collaborating effectively with other staff members, such as servers, barbacks, and management. Handling difficult situations or customer complaints with professionalism and tact. Efficiently handling multiple drink orders, especially during busy periods, without compromising quality. Frequently dealing with cash handling and Point-of-Sale (POS) Systems managing transactions, including cash and card payments, and operating POS systems accurately. Keeping track of stock levels, ordering supplies, and managing waste to ensure a well-stocked bar. Show less