Ian Smith
Holly Springs
Summary
Dynamic business owner with a proven track record at Slushly Studios, excelling in sales oversight and staff management. Expert in social media marketing and project management, I successfully enhanced brand visibility and reduced operational risks. Passionate about fostering team growth and implementing sustainable business models to drive performance improvement.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Slushly Studios
08.2022 - Current
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Supervised creation of exciting merchandise displays to catch attention of store customers.
- Reduced operational risks while organizing data to forecast performance trends.
- Continually maintained and improved company's reputation and positive image in markets served.
- Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
- Led team of marketing professionals, offering mentoring and coaching to build knowledge and skills.
- Generated sponsorships with related and partnering entities to enhance marketing objectives.
- Developed creative presentations, trend reports, kitted assets, and product data sheets.
Kitchen Leader
IHOP
03.2025 - 06.2025
- Cleaned and sanitized dishes and utensils, consistently keeping adequate supplies on hand for expected customer loads.
- Reduced kitchen accidents by maintaining high standards of cleanliness and organization.
- Restocked supplies and prepared additional ingredients during downtime for expected busy periods.
- Maintained clean, trash-free workspaces to maximize productivity and safety.
- Labeled and stored all food items correctly and checked expiration dates routinely.
Camp Counselor
Camp Wonder
04.2023 - 09.2023
- Worked with children of varying age, interest, skill, and developmental levels.
- Collaborated with other camp counselors to design fun and enriching learning activities for campers.
- Led groups of children safely through variety of camp activities.
- Assisted in preparing meals and snacks to provide nutritional needs to campers.
- Instructed campers to observe proper behavior and etiquette to avoid conflicts and unruly activities.
- Assisted with maintenance and upkeep of campgrounds to promote clean environment.
- Kept athletic and games equipment and facilities organized and maintained.
- Provided clear instruction to activity and program participants to deliver fun and maintain safety.
Education
Associate of Arts - Business
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA06-2029
High School Diploma -
Liberty University
Lynchburg, VA07-2024
Skills
- Sales oversight
- Staff management
- Verbal and written communication
- Financial administration
- Social media marketing
- Project management
- Staffing oversight
- Budget control
- Sustainable business models
- Performance improvement
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary
Interests
- Tech enthusiast, passionate about exploring the latest advancements and innovations
- Youtube creator, passionate about telling stories through well produced content
- Cooking
- Martial Arts
- Swimming
- Passionate about balancing physical health with mental and emotional wellness
Timeline
Kitchen Leader
IHOP
03.2025 - 06.2025
Camp Counselor
Camp Wonder
04.2023 - 09.2023
Business Owner
Slushly Studios
08.2022 - Current
Associate of Arts - Business
Liberty University
High School Diploma -
Liberty University
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