Avery Austin
Germantown
Summary
Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability, and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Internal Sales & Operations
Varsity Spirit, LLC
Memphis
03.2021 - Current
- Assisted two regions of sales representatives to enhance operational efficiency.
- Process all internal orders for Varsity Spirit Fashion division.
- Manage intercompany orders and transactions to ensure seamless operations.
- Coordinate special event orders and uniforms for participants.
- Choose, organize and dispatch samples for sales representatives through committee oversight.
- Collaborate with community outreach and sponsorship teams to strengthen brand presence.
- Utilize Excel, Citrix, and Salesforce to streamline reporting and data management.
Sales & Social – Wedding Specialist
Spaces in the City
Knoxville
03.2018 - 10.2020
- Generated $1.3 million in sales for 2020, up from $750,000 in 2018.
- Grew business as lead social salesman since 2018, consistently achieving sales targets.
- Coordinated 46 weddings in 2020 and managed hundreds of additional social events.
- Directed clients through all phases of event planning to ensure flawless execution.
- Established strong vendor partnerships, enhancing collaboration and service quality.
- Managed contract employees effectively to deliver exceptional client experiences.
- Utilized software tools like Gather and AllSeated to streamline event management.
- Received accolades including Best of Weddings from Wedding Wire and The Knot.
Management
Spaces in the City
Knoxville
03.2016 - 03.2018
- Managed front of house operations to enhance guest experiences and drive business growth.
- Developed expertise in all restaurant functions to ensure comprehensive service delivery.
- Oversaw staff scheduling, interviews, and training of new employees for operational efficiency.
- Cultivated strong relationships with guests to foster loyalty and repeat business.
Education
Psychology
University of Tennessee
Knoxville, TNSt. Agnes Academy
Memphis, TNSkills
- Order processing
- Data management
- Vendor relations
- Sales forecasting
- Customer relationship management
- Event coordination
- Flexible and adaptable
- Active listening
- Team leadership
References
- Savannah Schultz, Executive Administrator, (423) 304-0387
- Anna Bogle, Executive Chef, annaebogle@gmail.com, (865) 441-7600
- Tracey Hill, Employee, traceyhill865@gmail.com, (865) 360-3006
Timeline
Internal Sales & Operations
Varsity Spirit, LLC
03.2021 - Current
Sales & Social – Wedding Specialist
Spaces in the City
03.2018 - 10.2020
Management
Spaces in the City
03.2016 - 03.2018
Psychology
University of Tennessee
St. Agnes Academy