Yvonne A. BURTNIAK
Calgary, Alberta T2J 3H8
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Education
University of Manitoba
Bachelor of Arts Degree
Major: Criminology Minor: Psychology
Professional Development Courses
Professional Sales and Merchandising
Mount Royal College
Continuing Education
Basic Wine Knowledge in Vino Veritas
Willow Park Wines & Spirits
Pro Serve Certificate / Alberta ALGC
Valid until October 2020
Retail Sales Experience
Willow Park Wines & Spirits Events Staff
Part-time assistant to the Wine and Spirit tasting events at Western Canada’s largest wine retailer. Educated and served clients in the pairing of food and wine at the wine/spirit/beer events held throughout the year.
Travelled to Tuscany, Italy with the Events Coordinator, Wine Buyer and Sommelier to visit and learn about the regional wines used at the store. Louis Vuitton (LVMH) – Holt Renfrew Retail Sales
Part-time Sales Associate at Calgary’s 1st LV retail store located in the prestigious Holt Renfrew. Educated and promoted sales of the luxury goods retailer to clients. Attended and promoted LV at Corporate events. Personal Development / Volunteer Experience
Calgary Stampede and Exhibition First Nations Princess Chaperone
Indian Village / First Nations Princess Committee Vice Chair /Chaperone to the current CS Royalty - Indian Princess. Accompany the Princess and educate people at various community, national and international events that she is invited to and promote the Calgary Stampede and Alberta tourism. Personal Development
Expedition traveler to various sites in USA, Mexico, Cuba, England, Belgium, Italy, Germany, Switzerland, Austria, Hungary, Romania, Bulgaria, Turkey, Syria, Lebanon, Jordan, Egypt, Thailand, Laos, Vietnam, Cambodia. References
Available upon request