Michele Turner
Green Mountain
Summary
Event marketing professional with robust background in creating and executing successful campaigns. Known for collaborative approach and adaptable mindset, ensuring seamless teamwork and effective results. Strong expertise in strategic planning, vendor management, and audience engagement. Reliable and focused on maximizing event impact through innovative solutions and meticulous attention to detail.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Product Manager
Mountain of Misfit Toys LLC
08.2024 - Current
- Managed budgets effectively, optimizing resource allocation for maximum impact on event success.
- Conducted thorough competitor analyses to identify gaps in the market and capitalize on emerging trends within the industry.
- Enhanced brand visibility through the creation of engaging and visually appealing promotional materials.
- Increased social media engagement by designing creative content that resonated with target audiences across various platforms.
Acupuncturist
Turner Acupuncture
01.2018 - 01.2024
- Counseled patients on beneficial lifestyle changes to complement acupuncture treatments.
- Conducted patient assessments and implemented techniques to balance and harmonize mind, body and spirit.
- Taught meditation and breathing exercises while using aromatherapy to lower heart and stress rates.
- Helped patients manage pain, [Type] issue and other physical problems through acupuncture sessions.
- Provided exceptional care for individuals experiencing acute or chronic pain conditions through targeted acupuncture techniques.
- Established loyal client base through personalized treatment plans and attentive customer service.
Store Manager of Operations
Goodwill
01.2012 - 10.2018
- Increased sales by 24% with special displays and promotions.
- Monitored competitor activities within the local market, adjusting strategies as necessary to maintain a competitive edge and drive store success.
- Coordinated with regional management on strategic planning initiatives aimed at improving store performance within the district or territory as a whole.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving issues promptly and maintaining a clean, organized store environment.
- Increased store traffic by organizing engaging events and promotions that appealed to target customers.
- Oversaw the implementation of new technology solutions for efficient inventory tracking, data analysis, and overall store operations enhancement.
- Maximized sales and minimized shrinkage through excellent customer service and adherence to standard practices.
Store Manager
Edible Arrangements
05.2008 - 03.2012
- Hiring, Disciplining, and Training of all staff.
- Ordering/Inventory/Payroll. Local grassroots Marketing and sales
- Dailey P and L/ Dailey reports. I consistently hit my sales goals of 20% over the year before. My store was voted #1 in customer service in 2011 out of 1000 stores worldwide.
- Spearheaded recruitment efforts in hiring highly-skilled retail professionals who contributed to the overall success of the stores.
- Reduced employee turnover by establishing a positive work environment and offering competitive benefits packages.
- Managed daily cash reconciliation processes at multiple stores, ensuring accuracy in financial reporting.
- Participated in regional marketing initiatives to drive foot traffic into stores during key promotional periods.
- Launched successful loyalty programs at multiple locations, encouraging repeat business from satisfied customers.
- Increased store sales by implementing strategic merchandising plans and visual displays.
- Conducted performance reviews for employees, providing constructive feedback and setting goals for continued growth.
- Monitored industry trends, adjusting product offerings accordingly to maintain competitiveness in the market.
Event Manager
Patty Long Catering
01.2004 - 01.2007
- Coordinate bar kitchen and serving staff in the execution of events ranging from 50 to 500 people.
- Main venue contact for clients.
- Insured that the highest level of customer service was given to client
Branch/Sales Manager
Pinnacle Financial Services
01.2002 - 01.2004
- In charge of a staff of 30 Loan officers and 5 processors. Responsible for all of the dailey activities and sales goals for a mortgage bank.
- Hiring Disciplining and Training. Taught ongoing sales and marketing training to all of our branches.
- Dailey, Monthly and weekly payroll responsibilities. Reported to the vice president of the company
Event Manager
Kicking Cow Promotions/Javelin Inc./Alpine Marketing
01.1998 - 01.2002
- Event coordinator for national mobile marketing campaigns for Nestle Purina, The Travel Channel, Discovery Communicati0ons, and Smith Kline Beecham.
- In charge of travelling event staff and local staff. Media trained to talk to local television news shows and newspapers
- Trained onsite staff in setup and execution of large nationwide travelling tours. Preformed weekly paperwork and inventory.
Education
culinary arts, culinary Management
Grossmont College
San Diego, CA01.2012
Master of Science - Traditional Chinese Medicne/Business Marketing
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
CA12-2018
Ph.D. - Traditional Chinese Medicine
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
CA04-2019
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT10-2025
Skills
- Guest relations
- Team leadership and supervision
- On-site execution
- Schedule management
- Client meetings
- Deadline management
- Guest management
- Team mentorship
Timeline
Product Manager
Mountain of Misfit Toys LLC
08.2024 - Current
Acupuncturist
Turner Acupuncture
01.2018 - 01.2024
Store Manager of Operations
Goodwill
01.2012 - 10.2018
Store Manager
Edible Arrangements
05.2008 - 03.2012
Event Manager
Patty Long Catering
01.2004 - 01.2007
Branch/Sales Manager
Pinnacle Financial Services
01.2002 - 01.2004
Event Manager
Kicking Cow Promotions/Javelin Inc./Alpine Marketing
01.1998 - 01.2002
culinary arts, culinary Management
Grossmont College
Master of Science - Traditional Chinese Medicne/Business Marketing
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
Ph.D. - Traditional Chinese Medicine
Pacific College of Oriental Medicine
BBA - Business Administration And Management
Western Governors University
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