Sales Manager

Colleen Daly

**** *********** *****, ***********, *******, L5E 2Y4

Tel: 289-***-**** Email: *******.****@******.***

EDUCATION

Honours Bachelor Of Commerce, Level 4 September 2010-Present

DeGroote School of Business, McMaster University, Hamilton, ON

Expected date of completion: April 2014

McMaster Honour Award for academic achievement (2010)

Participated in 4 month academic exchange program at University of

Limerick, Ireland

RELATED WORK EXPERIENCE

Field Marketing Representative

Kognitive Marketing, Toronto, ON May-August 2013

. Greeted and pitched product to customers in a friendly and persuasive

manner at high traffic events, resulting in awareness and interest in

Canadian Tire Financial Services products

. Established rapport and trust while collecting personal information from

each customer, responded in a flexible and timely way to last minute

changes and interruptions in the daily schedule, resulting in higher

product activation

. Exceeded the daily average of 5 closed application sales per hour,

actively contributing to the company's overall high conversion rate

. Selected to participate in a 6-week tour across Western Canada to promote

products in a new market and was consistently one of the top reps on the

team; efforts lead to numerous application sales and contributed to the

company's market research efforts

Cashier, Merchandiser

Shoppers Drug Mart, Mississauga, ON May-August 2011

. Travelled to various store locations and negotiated amount of stock the

team could take to location under renovation to ensure store had

sufficient supply of products, which resulted in a fully stocked store

for the grand opening

. Assisted in reconstruction of the cosmetic section of the store by using

planograms to remodel each cosmetic company's segment and ensure

uniformity across all locations.

. Received and processed all payments according to standard procedures and

assisted in the opening and closing of store, which includes but is not

limited to cash handling and deposits; ensured store presented in

respectable manner and all customers checked out correctly.

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Dance Instructor, T.C.R.G.

Woodgate-Shamrock Academy of Irish Dance, Burlington, ON September 2008-

Present

. Provided instruction to dancers ranging from 3 to 18 in age, the basics

of Irish dance as well as preparing dancers for regional, national, and

international competitions; instilling a sense of self discipline, focus,

and a strong work ethic in all students

. Choreographed solo and group numbers both individually and

collaboratively for competitions to differentiate dancers in front of a

panel of adjudicators, allowing all to compete successfully

. Consistently communicated with parents and students in a friendly manner

to inform of dancers' progress and allow for feedback, ensuring classes

were run in the most effective manner

. Completed numerous administrative tasks on a daily basis such as

collecting fees, assisting in registration and answering phone and email

inquiries; ensured business was run smoothly and efficiently

Ride Operator

Canada's Wonderland, Vaughan, ON May-August 2012

. Operated rides within park while following all park procedures and

regulations, allowing guests to safely enjoy and experience park

attractions

. Interacted with guests in a friendly manner while adhering to the quality

standards as part of the corporate policy; efforts led to numerous guest

compliments and helped ensure customer satisfaction

CAREER RELATED SKILLS

. Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, including; Excel, Word, and

PowerPoint

VOLUNTEER/EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

Volunteer 5 Days for the Homeless McMaster March 2013

. Raised awareness on campus by collecting donations and selling baked

goods to promote the campaign; Led activities in campus courtyard to

engage students and create an interest for the cause

Volunteer McMaster World Congress January-February 2013

. Promoted and assisted with registration during and prior to conference to

raise awareness and engage students' interest.

. Ushered students into hall and greeted presenters in a friendly and

welcoming manner to ensure smooth transitions between presentations and

efficient running of the event.

Volunteer Woodgate-Shamrock Extravaganza, Burlington, ON February 2013

. Organized and hired entertainment for event; ensured the lowest cost for

highest quality service was provided

. Organized and coordinated a raffle table with over 50 prizes, raising

$1800

. Provided centerpieces for each table and floral arrangements for the

hall, delivering high quality products under budget

Volunteer/Stage Manager Roseland Feis, Ancaster, ON October 2012

. Approached and coordinated sponsors to donate to the event to guarantee

funding for necessities such as stages and awards

. Checked dancers into their competitions and placed them in a specific

order, ensuring competition ran on time and in an orderly fashion

OTHER ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS

Member Irish Dance Teachers Association of Canada, Eastern Region 2012-

Present

Member An Coimisiun le Rinci Gaelacha 2012-Present

Member University of Limerick International Society Sept-Dec 2013

Member, Co-choreographer McMaster Dance Club 2011-2013

Championship Level Irish Dancer Woodgate-Shamrock Academy of Irish Dance

1997-2012

. Trained 25+ hours a week year round in order to be fully prepared for

competition, resulting in winning the Eastern Canadian Championships,

medaling at the All-Ireland Championships, and placing at the World Irish

Dance Championships.

. Gained cultural experience through traveling to different countries for

competition, providing increased cultural knowledge and diversified

perspectives.

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