michelle m. michalak

michelle m. michalak

Social Media Consultant & Blogger · Freelance Writer & Social Media consultant

Oceanside, CA

In My Own Words

"The Worlds of Social Media, Customer Service, Marketing, Advertising, and Public Relations are merging into one."

Are you prepared?

For the past 15 years I have actively helped Small Businesses, Entrepreneurs, and Startups create legendary brands. I have a broad understanding and proven track record, across a variety of marketing platforms on and offline.

Marketing Experience: o Social Media o Visual Marketing o Content Marketing o Online Marketing and Offline Marketing o Event Marketing o Guerilla Marketing o Affiliate Marketing o Promotional Marketing o Creative Marketing

I also happen to be a writer that loves to socialize and is hooked on technology.

#HumbleBrag I helped launch a wildly ambitious 21k 21 day Kickstarter Campaign, which was successfully funded at $22,196.

Work Experience

Social Media Consultant & Blogger

Freelance Writer & Social Media consultant

2012 – Present

Social Media Content Creation & Optimization o Facebook o Twitter o LinkedIn o Pinterest o Instagram o Youtube o Vine o StumbleUpon Current Client List Includes: • Slyde Handboards www.slydehandboard.com • The Startup Garage www.thestartupgarage.com • Two Hands Mobile Massage www.twohandsmobilemassage.com Past Client List Includes: • Greg Rex Presidential Director of Take Shape For Life www.greg.tsfl.com • Whitney Kell Pres. Director of Take Shape for Life www.whitney.tsfl.com • Rene van Rems, Celebrity Floral Designer www.renevanrems.com

Social Media & Client Support Manager

Mind Movies LLC

2010 – 2012

•I was the 1st employee at MindMovies.com in the U.S. and experienced all it's wins and growing pains, as we transformed into a leader in the online marketing arena •Created, organized, and implemented a customer service department able to actively assist 80,000 customers •Lead teams of 10 representatives onward during international product launches •Actively engaged and maintained a Facebook Fanpage of 35,000 people while continuing to attract additional “Likes” •Provided creative content, innovative campaigns, and routine maintenance on Facebook, Google +, Twitter, Pinterest, and Blogs

Personal Assistant

James Ray International, Inc.

2007 – 2008

• Proactively managed and maintained personal life of a high performing, high profile inspirational speaker • Offered impeccable support, ensuring all aspects of Mr. Ray’s daily life operated smoothly and efficiently • Implemented strong negotiating, problem solving, and communication skills to thrive in a faced paced multifaceted environment

Account Manager/ Booking Agent/ Spokesmodel

Action! Events and Promotions

2005 – 2007

Account Manager/ Booking Agent: • Staffed, managed, and coordinated promotional marketing events and tours nationwide. • Pro-actively handled a variety of last minute requests with a sense of urgency. • Organized and communicated event details to clients and talent. Market Manager/ Brand Ambassador/ Spokesmodel: • Advertised, performed, and demonstrated usefulness of new consumer products. • Coordinated Public Relations and Marketing projects for premier clients such as: Dr. Pepper, Warner Brothers, Self-Magazine, Sprint, and Microsoft. • Networked with consumers and potential buyers to establish long-term relationships.

Client Services/ Personal Shopper

Bluefly

2000 – 2003

• I was employed at Bluefly.com as it evolved into a publicly traded company on NASDAQ. • Used superior interpersonal skills to navigate and assist clients with their online fashion needs. • Efficiently solved client order problems via phone and email simultaneously. • Understood and implemented various fashion terms, designers, and measurements to assist with sales and merchandising.

Customer Service Representative/Order Precessor

The Donna Karan Company, LLC.

1999 – 2000

• Provided assistance and support to sales representatives and buyers. • Performed various office duties, such as verifying and data-entry of multi-million dollar orders, filing, faxing, coping, and special projects.

Education

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

State University of New York at Albany

1995 – 1999

Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Industries

FashionLifestyleOutdoorSkateStreetwearSurf

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