Mackenzie Riggs

Experience

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  Clemson University

  Jan 2014 - Aug 2014

  Orientation Ambassador

  • Facilitated groups of incoming students• Aided new students in their transition from high school to college• Provided guidance for parents of incoming students• Assisted with set up and take down of daily events• Interacted with university faculty and staff

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  City of Clemson Recreation Department

  Jan 2015 - May 2015

  Special Events Intern

  -Assisted in organization of the USA Triathlon National Collegiate Championship-Communicated with vendors to ensure a positive outcome-Created/ Maintained a budget for the USA Triathlon National Collegiate Championship-Designed and Created website promoting tourism in Clemson, SC-Assisted in organization of annual athletic and community events-Updated City of Clemson website and create marketing tools

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  SCANA Corporation

  May 2015 - Aug 2015

  SCE&G - Public Affairs Intern

  -Assisted the public affairs team with social media and strategic communications for company-related issues and projects -Helped coordinate planning and execution of initiatives designed to protect and promote the company’s image and reputation

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  WinShape Camps

  Mar 2016 - Aug 2016

  WinShape Camps for Communities - Team Time Leader 3rd-5th Grade

  -Taught WinShape Curriculum to 3rd and 4th grade students weekly-Coached 1st through 5th graders (basics of Lacrosse) weekly-Aided my WinShape team in the set up and take down process of camp events weekly

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  Teach For America

  Oct 2016 - Jun 2019

  2017 Corps Member
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  Uplift Education

  Jul 2017 - Jun 2019

  4th Grade Teacher

  -Planned and executed lessons for all core subjects (Math, Science, Reading, Writing)-Collaborated with grade level team to ensure alignment and high rigor-Managed behavior of 27 students daily -Communicated with parents and families of all students-Assisted in school wide events and duties

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  Smart City Apartment Locating

  Oct 2019 - Jan 2022

  Licensed Real Estate Agent

  -Connected clients with properties that meet their unique needs -Collaborated with sales team to set and reach goals-Marketed locating services via relationship building and social media-Communicated the value of our service to clients and properties

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  Lavender and Light Boutique

  Jun 2021 - Jun 2023

  Business Owner

  -Curated collections and invest in inventory that resonated with our target audience-Advertised our collections via social media using creative design and photography-Connected locally through setting up a presence at pop-up retail events-Maintained Relationships with vendors-Managed and consistently updated our shopify website-Provided excellent customer service both in person and via our website + social media outlets

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  Prestonwood Baptist Church

  Apr 2022 - Jun 2023

  Assistant to Adult Ministry, Special Events

  -Managed the personal email and calendar of the Minister to Adults.-Created marketing materials for events and happenings.-Organized, planned, and executed both large and small scale special events.-Worked closely with event vendors and operations staff.-Composed and sent mass communications.-Generated purchase orders, check requests and other financial related items to ensure compliance with policies and procedures.

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  Riggs Household

  Jun 2023 - Dec 2024

  Family Manager

  -Caring for my sweet little one.-Managing the family calendar.-Organizing and keeping our home clean.-Problem solving daily.and much more!

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  Apartment Life

  Oct 2024 - now

  Apartment Life Coordinator - Concierge - Goddard Point Hope

  -Coordinate elevated resident events twice a month, & one VIP offsite event per quarter-Build ongoing relationships with residents-Connect with local businesses and create property partnerships-Provide a monthly resident service-Track progress through weekly, monthly, and yearly reporting

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  Omatic

  Jan 2025 - now

  Sales Development Representative