Factory Relations Apprentice

• Jan 2022 - Present

Establish and maintain relationships with the factories listed on THR3EFOLD's ethical manufacturing platform Initiate business related conversations with potential factory partners located in South America, Europe, and North Africa Research potential factory partners through certifications, sourcing professionals, and databases Establish and maintain relationships with the factories listed on THR3EFOLD's ethical manufacturing platform Initiate business related conversations with potential factory partners located in South America, Europe, and North Africa Research potential factory partners through certifications, sourcing professionals, and databases

Production Associate

• Jan 2022 - Present

Operating industrial sewing machines to create high quality & size inclusive performance wear for pageantry arts teams Assisting the production of 100+ uniforms and costumes that are shipped weekly to performance teams throughout the U.S. Operating industrial sewing machines to create high quality & size inclusive performance wear for pageantry arts teams Assisting the production of 100+ uniforms and costumes that are shipped weekly to performance teams throughout the U.S.

Sourcing and Sustainability Manager

• Jan 2021 - Jan 2022

Established and maintained communication with business partners that correlated with Alice Alexander's operating principles to produce high quality clothes for diverse bodies Orchestrated research on appropriate materials that aligned with the brand's bold aesthetic and commitment to using sustainable goodsAssisted the Director of Product Development & Production by tracking material ROIs, product lifestyles, and KPIs as neededCollaborated with the Branding Department on communicating sustainability initiatives and standards to the publicAssisted Studio Manager with cut/sew production work, technical design, and pattern development as needed

Design Assistant

• Aug 2020 - Jan 2021

Sewing Machine Operator

• Apr 2020 - Aug 2020

Operated various industrial sewing machines to create high quality products in a quick and efficient matter Produced 500+ face masks and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for Boathouse's clients during the COVID-19 crisis Operated various industrial sewing machines to create high quality products in a quick and efficient matter Produced 500+ face masks and Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) for Boathouse's clients during the COVID-19 crisis

Production Team Member

• Mar 2020 - Aug 2020

Assisted the production of garments and accessories through cutting, sewing, and inspecting items prior to shipment Curated written content that reflect Grant Blvd's mission for sustainability, women empowerment, and fighting mass incarceration Assisted the production of garments and accessories through cutting, sewing, and inspecting items prior to shipment Curated written content that reflect Grant Blvd's mission for sustainability, women empowerment, and fighting mass incarceration

Events Staff Member

• Oct 2015 - Aug 2020

Provided assistance in producing successful events by maintaining the desired look of venues as well as communicating with vendors and guests Provided on-site event management for local and high-volume events including The Philadelphia Marathon, CollegeFest, DesignPhiladelphia, and On the Table Philly Provided assistance in producing successful events by maintaining the desired look of venues as well as communicating with vendors and guests Provided on-site event management for local and high-volume events including The Philadelphia Marathon, CollegeFest, DesignPhiladelphia, and On the Table Philly

Marketing & Communications Intern

• Jan 2019 - Jun 2020

Produced and maintained digital marketing & publicity materials for a body positive and empowerment organization Coordinated internal communication and scheduling for LMC's vendors, models, and designers Provided day-of support and management for their biannual fashion show for Philly Fashion Week Produced and maintained digital marketing & publicity materials for a body positive and empowerment organization Coordinated internal communication and scheduling for LMC's vendors, models, and designers Provided day-of support and management for their biannual fashion show for Philly Fashion Week

Retail Merchandiser

• Jan 2018 - Mar 2020

Increased sales through executing strategic organization and layout of merchandise Created and maintained inspiring visual displays and overall shopping experience throughout the sales floor Supervised the flow and organization of new merchandise based on the store and customers' needs Increased sales through executing strategic organization and layout of merchandise Created and maintained inspiring visual displays and overall shopping experience throughout the sales floor Supervised the flow and organization of new merchandise based on the store and customers' needs

Shoe Expeditor

• Aug 2019 - Feb 2020

Increased shoe sales through gathering merchandise for customers in a speedy and efficient matter Processed and managed flow of new, returned, and damaged shoe goods Managed the arrangement of the shoe stockroom and sales floor shoe displays Increased shoe sales through gathering merchandise for customers in a speedy and efficient matter Processed and managed flow of new, returned, and damaged shoe goods Managed the arrangement of the shoe stockroom and sales floor shoe displays

Impact Engagement Analyst VISTA

• Sep 2017 - Sep 2018

Curated graphics and materials intended to benefit and foster engagement within City of Philadelphia offices Conducted informational interviews with City agencies to further research and coordinate engagement efforts produced around the City of Philadelphia Explored and analyzed grants to produce a grant database intended to potentially fund projects for 50+ City offices Cultivated a community of stakeholders in City of Philadelphia public offices through assisting the production for events and meetings

Solo Sewist

• Apr 2017 - Aug 2018

Push forward the company's mission to teach menstrual health and empower teenage girls through curating reusable health kits distributed to 100+ countries worldwide Push forward the company's mission to teach menstrual health and empower teenage girls through curating reusable health kits distributed to 100+ countries worldwide

"Meet Philly Tour" Team Ambassador

• Jun 2015 - Sep 2017

Introduced off-campus events and resources in the Greater Philadelphia Area to 300+ regional university students Executed and organized day-of tabling events for local engagement nonprofit CampusPhilly Introduced off-campus events and resources in the Greater Philadelphia Area to 300+ regional university students Executed and organized day-of tabling events for local engagement nonprofit CampusPhilly

"Fashion By Design" Coordinator

• Sep 2015 - May 2017

Helped create and coordinate an after school club that teaches sewing skills and techniques to 9th-12th grade students Created and drafted sewing patterns for future projects taught for the Fashion by Design club Helped create and coordinate an after school club that teaches sewing skills and techniques to 9th-12th grade students Created and drafted sewing patterns for future projects taught for the Fashion by Design club

Admissions Tour Guide

• Jan 2014 - May 2017

Assisted and aided 100+ prospective students and their loved ones throughout the Philadelphia University campus Assisted and aided 100+ prospective students and their loved ones throughout the Philadelphia University campus

Cheer Zone Pointperson- GoreTex Phildelphia Marathon (2015, 2016)

• Nov 2015 - Nov 2016

-Set up a popular point of destination intended to motivate and entertain 20+ spectators and 150+ marathon runners -Person of contact for any questions, comments, or concern at a popular point of destination at the East Falls Cheer Zone for 270+ people -Set up a popular point of destination intended to motivate and entertain 20+ spectators and 150+ marathon runners -Person of contact for any questions, comments, or concern at a popular point of destination at the East Falls Cheer Zone for 270+ people