Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
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Highlights
Relevant Skills
References
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Sierra Gaskill

Nanaimo,BC

Summary

  • University graduate seeking to obtain employment in a fulfilling and educational environment.
  • Strategic leader in management, known for high productivity and efficient task completion.
  • Possesses specialized skills in operational strategy, team leadership, and conflict resolution.
  • Excels in communication, adaptability, and problem-solving to achieve organizational goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Manager

Drip Coffee Social
Nanaimo, BC
08.2023 - Current

• Creating a welcoming and inviting atmosphere for customers ensuring access to employees and clients during business hours. Fostering positive interactions and repeat business by good communication and an empathy for serving others.

• Working collaboratively with fellow team members to ensure smooth operation we use Square Payment Systems and the Homebase Scheduling app.

• Handling customer inquiries, resolving complaints or issues promptly and professionally.

Personal Assistant & Event Coordinator

Business Chicks Australia/Isaac's Family
Sydney, NSW
08.2022 - 06.2023

• Assisted in organizing and running several high profile events, including business retreats for groups of 75 as well as larger International Women's Day events which would host upwards of 500 participants and online meet-ups to the community of over 50,000 members.

•Worked with senior management at the organization taking minutes at meetings and prepared briefing material for Emma Issacs and executive correspondence.

Coordinated the administrative work of 'Movers & Breakers'; preparing and processing administrative requests for keynote speakers and participants.

•Assisted with the day to day organization and general wellbeing of all members of the Isaacs household, including scheduling and daily tasks lists.

Base Manager

Sunshine Coast Air
Nanaimo , BC
04.2020 - 04.2022
  • Managed the Nanaimo airline base while commuting between Sechelt and Tofino to ensure proper coverage.
  • Daily tasks include compiling operational flight plans, directing passengers, luggage, and freight logistics, communicating with pilots and ground staff, and ensuring all regulatory requirements are met.
  • Using Microsoft Office programs such as Outlook, Teams, Word, and Excel to maintain flight logs, daily and monthly passenger reports, and facilitate an organized and well-run staff environment.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo, BC
02-2023

Skills

  • Organization
  • Management
  • Coordination
  • Customer Service
  • Time Management
  • Oversight
  • Qualitative Research
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Survey Design
  • Community Engagement

Highlights

  • Graduated B.A. of Criminology in February 2023, with a GPA of 3.5/4.0
  • Completed VIU practicum requirements with the Nanaimo Community Policing Program, developing surveys for neighborhood perceptions of safety.
  • Manager of Drip Coffee Social
  • Experience within high profile event planning in Australia with Business Chicks

Relevant Skills

  • Designed an in-depth survey regarding public perceptions of neighborhood safety in Nanaimo, under the guidance of the Nanaimo Community Policing Department during practicum placement in 2022.
  • Developed crucial interpersonal experience through conflict resolution and trauma informed practice training.
  • Created meaningful connections with incarcerated members of the community within a classroom setting, where we discussed many topics prevailing in the Canadian Judicial System and shared personal experiences.
  • Successfully completed extensive qualitative research into public perceptions of people experiencing homelessness on Vancouver Island.
  • Overseeing the daily operations within Drip Coffee Social, ensuring employees and customers alike are happy and satisfied; while ensuring stock, prep work, and daily managerial tasks are completed.
  • Maintaining an orderly and efficient day-to-day lifestyle in professional and home settings for the Isaacs Family, while using foresight to prepare for future events.

References

  • Jason Fortin (Owner of Drip Coffee Social) 250-668-2784
  • Emma Isaacs (CEO of Business Chicks Australia) emma@businesschicks.com
  • Erin White (Former Manager at Sunshine Coast Air) 604-740-8889

Timeline

Manager

Drip Coffee Social
08.2023 - Current

Personal Assistant & Event Coordinator

Business Chicks Australia/Isaac's Family
08.2022 - 06.2023

Base Manager

Sunshine Coast Air
04.2020 - 04.2022

Bachelor of Arts - Criminology

Vancouver Island University
Sierra Gaskill