Francesca Nehir Pala
San Francisco
Summary
Background in PR, marketing, and sales, leveraging technology to exceed business objectives, including driving top global sales performance at a previous company. Experience spans law firms, hospitality, PR agencies, and charitable organizations, with a proven track record of leading high performing teams and delivering measurable results.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Marketing and Partnerships Coordinator
Cheminé
10.2025 - Current
- Coordinated influencer marketing, partnerships, and community outreach to support sales and brand growth
- Planned and executed events and collaborations to drive customer acquisition and engagement
- Managed social media marketing and supported PR efforts for a new hospitality brand
Studio Coordinator
Corepower Yoga
11.2025 - Current
- Supported local marketing initiatives, events, and community activations to increase studio engagement
- Assisted with events, promotions, and membership growth efforts
- Yoga Instructor
Paralegal Trainee
Goldstein, Gellman, Melbostad, Harris & McSparran, LLP
09.2025 - 12.2025
- ALA Certification
- Legal Assistant
Marketing & Public Relations Intern
AF&Co.
01.2025 - 06.2025
- Drafted press releases, managed media lists, and pitched to journalists
- Conducted partnership research to boost client brand visibility
- Supported event logistics and tracked media coverage for campaign reporting
Account Executive Intern
Friendship Lab
01.2025 - 05.2025
- Managed an international PR team for a UK-based mental health nonprofit, driving visibility and
Store Manager
Equinox
08.2024 - 04.2025
- Achieved #1 global sales performance across the company through client engagement and community outreach.
- Oversaw retail operations, scheduling, and payroll, while managing and training a high performing team.
- Directed activations and events to build brand awareness, engage members, and drive sales.
- Implemented staff education initiatives to improve service quality and omnichannel program integration.
Executive Assistant
Goldstein, Gellman, Melbostad, Harris & McSparran, LLP
02.2023 - 08.2024
- Managed executive schedules, legal documentation, and client communication.
- Supported case organization and office operations for legal partners
Guest Experience Lead, Key Leader, Educator
Lululemon
06.2022 - 08.2024
- Trained, coached, and managed staff to deliver a gold standard guest experience that drove loyalty and sales.
- Managed 50+ wellness events and pop-ups, overseeing vendor coordination and team assignments.
- Analyzed monthly sales and guest engagement data, providing insights that improved customer retention by 15% over three months.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of San Francisco
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Sciences
Willamette University
Skills
- Public Relations
- Marketing
- Influencer Relations
- Content Creation
- Campaign Development & Execution
- Client Relations
- Media Outreach & Pitching
- Community Engagement
- Event Planning
- Sales & Account Management
- Paralegal
Certification
Marketing Strategy: Competitive Intelligence | Public Relations Campaigns | Developing Emotional Intelligence | Project Management | Registered Yoga Teacher (RYT 200, Hatha & Vinyasa) | Paralegal Certification (ALA)
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
Turkish
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
German
Limited Working
Timeline
Studio Coordinator
Corepower Yoga
11.2025 - Current
Marketing and Partnerships Coordinator
Cheminé
10.2025 - Current
Paralegal Trainee
Goldstein, Gellman, Melbostad, Harris & McSparran, LLP
09.2025 - 12.2025
Marketing & Public Relations Intern
AF&Co.
01.2025 - 06.2025
Account Executive Intern
Friendship Lab
01.2025 - 05.2025
Store Manager
Equinox
08.2024 - 04.2025
Executive Assistant
Goldstein, Gellman, Melbostad, Harris & McSparran, LLP
02.2023 - 08.2024
Guest Experience Lead, Key Leader, Educator
Lululemon
06.2022 - 08.2024
Associate of Arts - Social & Behavioral Sciences
Willamette University
Bachelor of Arts - Communication Studies
University of San Francisco