Ava Hoffman
Mill Valley
Summary
Driven and dynamic student with a proven passion for leadership and innovation. Founded Pepperdine University’s first Women in Business Club, creating a lasting community that empowers and connects aspiring female leaders. Proactively advanced professional growth through collaborative research alongside industry pioneers. Robust internship experience seamlessly integrates academic excellence with real-world impact. Demonstrated strategic thinking and entrepreneurial acumen through notable success in the retail industry. Currently pursuing specialized studies in hospitality at New York University to deepen expertise and fuel a long-term career in the field.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
INTERN
Red Carnation Hotels
01.2025 - Current
- Developed content and promotional materials for various campaigns.
- Assisted in video and photo shoots for marketing materials, ensuring brand consistency.
- Investigated consumer opinions in collaboration with marketing teams, pollsters and statisticians.
- Created content for company blog, newsletters, and email marketing campaigns.
- Assisted in budget tracking and expense reporting for marketing projects.
- Conducted market research to identify trends, customer needs, and competitor activities.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Mighty Pilates
04.2024 - Current
- Managed office phone lines by checking voicemail, returning calls and directing messages to team members.
- Resolved customer issues promptly and professionally in accordance with company policies and procedures.
- Organized front desk operations including scheduling appointments and managing calendars.
- Greeted visitors and provided them with information about the company.
- Performed bookkeeping duties, preparing and sending financial statements or bills.
PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER
Women in Business Club
01.2024 - Current
- Foster relationships with professionals in the business industry, inviting guest speakers and organizing networking events
- Implemented community outreach strategies by partnering with The Women's Heart Health Organization, enhancing goodwill with public
- Oversaw planning and execution of meetings and campus wide events
- Facilitate workshops and activities that enhance the professional skills of club members, such as resume building, interview skills, and leadership development
RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE
The Local
08.2022 - 12.2023
- Gained experience in customer service, resolving customer complaints and inquiries with a positive attitude
- Demonstrated excellent organizational skills while stocking shelves and arranging displays
- Performed daily opening and closing procedures
- Assisted in training new employees
- Promoted store products by actively engaging customers and providing product demonstrations
RESEARCH INTERN
Preventative Medicine Research Institute
05.2020 - 08.2023
- Compiled and presented research data for review by senior researchers
- Verified accuracy of data through quality assurance checks on collected material
- Performed analysis on collected data sets and summarized results
- Assisted with the development of research protocols, questionnaires, and surveys
- Developed a virtual filing system to customize and integrate analysis
- Worked in conjunction with Harvard and UCSF Health to obtain data
Education
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
New York University
New York, NY05-2027
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Pepperdine University
Malibu, CaHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tamalpais High School
Mill Valley, CA06.2023
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Problem Solving
- Financial Literacy
- Organizational Skills
- Community Outreach
- Emotional Intelligence
- Marketing expertise
References
References available upon request
Timeline
INTERN
Red Carnation Hotels
01.2025 - Current
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Mighty Pilates
04.2024 - Current
PRESIDENT AND FOUNDER
Women in Business Club
01.2024 - Current
RETAIL SALES ASSOCIATE
The Local
08.2022 - 12.2023
RESEARCH INTERN
Preventative Medicine Research Institute
05.2020 - 08.2023
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Tamalpais High School
Bachelor of Science - Hospitality Management
New York University
Bachelor of Business Administration -
Pepperdine University
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