Melissa L.

Shift Lead for private events, leading service teams to deliver seamless, high-touch guest experiences. I oversee event execution, manage timelines and logistics, and coordinate closely with front and back of house teams. Trusted to make quick, confident decisions in dynamic environments while keeping service polished, on schedule, and guest focused.

At Terra Creative Group, I lead the charge in crafting innovative content strategies and branding solutions for small businesses. From developing compelling brand identities to implementing creative strategies that drive connection and growth, I specialize in helping businesses build their presence and tell their unique stories.

We're not just about creating visuals; we're dedicated to crafting memorable brand experiences. At Novo.UI, we specialize in delivering holistic brand solutions that encompass brand identity, web design, graphic design, visual aesthetics, and impactful social media marketing. With a passion for crafting compelling narratives and a keen eye for design, we lead a dynamic team dedicated to elevating brands to new heights. Join us on a journey to stand out in the digital landscape and make a meaningful impact.

Store based in Calgary, Alberta that sells collectible vinyl toys. Selling items from Funko, Kidrobot, The Loyal Subject, Bandai, and high-end collectible and action figures from Hot Toys, etc. • Understanding of word processing softwares to do inventory of stock and for organization of products • Online based company that keeps up to date information of inventory and of the items available • Very creative, always looking for opportunity for growth - through planning and brainstorming

Not your ordinary cafe. Bringing a sweet flair to Calgary's Chinatown. A place to socialize, a common space to interact, unwind or just kill time. Supporting community, the hustlers, creators and artists.

Started out as an idea, Uzu Taiyaki Inc. was born. Through planning and execution we created a new trend in Calgary, Alberta. A new concept and innovation to ice cream that the city hasn't experienced before. Putting a twist on traditional ice cream, and enhancing soft serve through asian inspired flavours and served in our specialty fish shaped waffle cones. The startup began on November 2018 and was officially opened on February 2018. Company Founder, Marketing & Management & Brand Identity Design • Startup design and brand building • Day-to-day business operations • Employee training, scheduling and management • Delegating assigned work and provide direction to team • Designing, building, and scheduling content on social media platforms • Creative thinking to produce new ideas and concepts • Supporting and encouragement of team for the growth of the company • Leading by addressing concerns and ways for improvement to achieve success in both business and management of employees

VN King Enterprise - Rice for King Vietnamese Restaurant Restaurant Management • Manage scheduling and hiring of staff members • Training new employees and keeping everything up to standard • Dealing with customers concerns and handling any problems that may occur • Keeping up with restaurant inventories and making sure that everything is cleaned and organized • Able to take orders and move quickly in a fast paced environment.

Short term contract as an administrative event assistant for the Lilac Festival • Give assistance to the the event producer and artistic director with the Lilac Festival • Manage general office administrative duties; answering emails and phone calls, contacting rental and performing companies • Administer festival supply inventory organization by acquiring materials needed for the Lilac Festival and organization of volunteer packages • Delivering road closures, event posters, and door hangers to 4th street businesses and surrounding neighbourhoods • Organization of event reports and maintaining receipts for record • Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process • Assisting on event day with setup and take down; supervise parade, directing volunteers, helping out at the beer gardens

Economics Student with a minor in Business

VP Finance of YAC, affiliated under the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation. Helping to fundraise and raise breast cancer awareness at the University of Calgary. Help to establish a University of Calgary team for the Post Secondary Challenge.

Acquire the necessary business skills to succeed in the field of Interior Design, from business plans to specs, pricing, and schedules, for specified customer. Learn design trends, color theory, concepts of scale and proportion, furniture styles, architectural history, lighting, and fabrics. Learn the newest thinking in Green and Universal design, concepts that developed high interest in the interior design marketplace.

Relevant coursework: Business, Economics, Communication, Computer Science