Mary S. Cota

MARY STROBEL COTA

**** ***** ******** ***; Tempe, AZ 480-***-**** ad3j2f@r.postjobfree.com I am eager to apply my diverse skills and commitment to this Tax Intern role. I bring strong analytical, organizational, bilingual, and interpersonal skills developed through years of managing my own piano studio and performing as a soloist/collaborative artist. I have a record of working well within a team in high pressure performance situations. I am skilled at working cross- functionally and leading culturally sensitive projects. AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Analytical Interpersonal and mentoring Strategic thinking and problem solving Neurodiversity/learning differences Cross-cultural Contract negotiation Project management Bilingual (Spanish) EDUCATION AND PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

DOCTOR OF MUSICAL ARTS IN COLLABORATIVE PIANO (May 2019), Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ (full scholarship) Thesis: “Interpersonal Aspects of Musical Collaboration for Collaborative Pianists” can be found online MASTER OF MUSIC IN COLLABORATIVE PIANO (May 2015), Arizona State University, Tempe (full scholarship) BACHELOR OF MUSIC IN PIANO PERFORMANCE (Magna Cum Laude) (May 2013), University of Houston, Houston, TX (full scholarship)

COURSES

Shadowed the following MBA courses from University of Arizona (May 2022-2023) – Eller School ACCT 540 – Intro to Financial Accounting

ACCT 545 – Intro to Managerial Accounting

FIN 510A – Financial Management

FIN 510 B – Financial Management

ECON 550 – Economics for Managers

OSCM 560 – Operations Management

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mary Cota Piano Studio, Phoenix, AZ

FOUNDER AND MANAGER 2015 to Present

• Established and managed a successful piano business for nine years, providing private and group instruction to students of varying ages and skill levels. Meticulous attention to detail and experience managing contracts.

• Successfully managed all aspects of day-to-day operations, including budgeting, procurement, and resource allocation.

• Efficiently oversaw scheduling, invoicing, and diverse administrative duties to ensure smooth studio operation.

• Developed and executed effective marketing strategies resulting in increased student enrollment.

• Managed project timeliness and successfully completed project deliverables and activities. East Valley School of Music, Chandler, AZ

Piano Instructor 2014 to 2015

• Delivered comprehensive piano instruction to students of diverse backgrounds.

• Collaborated with musicians at various events, highlighting adaptability and teamwork.

• Successfully presented solo and group performances at various venues and festivals. Mary S. Cota

Arizona State University, Tempe, AZ

TEACHING ASSISTANT AND PERFORMER 2013 to 2018

• Provided vocal and instrumental accompaniment for ASU lessons, masterclasses, juries, and recitals.

• Strong experience with academic writing and publication

• Accompanied university choirs, opera company rehearsals, auditions, and solo recitals (Up to 7 concerts weekly)

• Frequent performance and speeches in local venues such as Tempe Center for the Arts, Mesa Arts Center, Kerr Cultural Center, Katzin Recital Hall

• Concerto soloist individually and with the Rogue Trio

• Commissioner of new compositions and experience guiding the group composition process in relation to social justice issues

University of Houston, Houston, TX

RESIDENT ASSISTANT 2010 to 2013

• Demonstrated peer mentoring, student development, counseling, event planning, and crisis management skills.

• Fostered a supportive community environment for residents. TECHNOLOGY

MS Office- Excel, Power Point, Word, Google Drive

AWARDS

• National Finalist in the Music Teacher National Association Competition

• 2nd Place in the Margaret Guthman International Piano Competition.

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