R EBECCA F INECO

1516 Axtell Drive │ Cayce, SC 29033 | (919) 349-8431 │ rfineco@email.sc.edu

EDUCATION
University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC
Bachelor of Science, Hospitality Management Anticipated Graduation May 2018
Minor, Business Administration
GPA, 3.97
 Global Exchange, University of Aruba, Spring 2017
 President’s List, (Five Semesters)
 Dean’s List, (Six Semesters)
 National Society of Collegiate Scholars, Member
Serv Safe Certification, April 2016
TIPS Alcohol Training and Certification, September 2017
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
University of South Carolina Study Abroad Office, Columbia, SC August 2017- Current
Peer Advisor
 Presents 50 and 65 minute lectures to first year undergraduate students about the study abroad experience
 Advises students on individual study abroad application processes, provides peer mentorship and assistance

Diamonds International, Ketchikan, AK May 2017- July 2017

Sales Management Intern
 Merchandised high end luxury jewelry products and assisted in reaching $13M seasonal sale goal
 Identified a need for an employee handbook, created and implemented a guide for a staff of 30 employees

University of South Carolina Housing and Residence Life, Columbia, SC August 2015- January 2017
Resident Mentor/ Resident Mentor Training Leader
 Awarded Campus wide RM Rookie of the Year, 2015-2016, peer nominated and chosen by a selected board
 Co-Instructed a 6 week course for new RM’s, assisted in the development and training program for 2016 RM’s

The Kiawah Island Club, Kiawah Island, SC May 2016– July 2016
Club Operations Intern
 Co-Managed an upscale member based beach club, included an upscale restaurant, two pools, and a gazebo bar
 Provided club members and guests with exceptional service while upholding the brand of Kiawah

The Sea Pines Resort, Hilton Head, SC December 2015 – January 2016
Hostess and Customer Service Intern
 Managed reservations and guest turn over on New Year’s Eve while maintaining customer service expectations
 Initiated a New Year’s Eve operation to enhance customers experience by handing out themed party favors

Hand and Stone Massage and Facial Spa, Raleigh, NC Seasonally 2014- 2018
Spa associate
 Advertised and sold Monthly Spa Memberships at a 20% conversion rate while maintaining customer service
 Collaborated with a sales team to increase guest retention by developing new marketing and customer strategies

LEADERSHIP & DEVELOPMENT

Alpha Xi Delta Sorority Inc., Colony Member
University of South Carolina, University 101 Peer Leader
Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA), Member,
University of South Carolina Study Abroad, Overseas Correspondent
University of South Carolina Hospitality, Retail, and Sport Management, Ambassador
COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Autism Speaks Walk, Lead Volunteer
Columbia International Festival, Lead Volunteer
Carolina Homelessness Outreach, Volunteer Coordinator
Columbia Metropolitan Convention Center, Special Event Job Shadowing
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1516 Axtell Drive │ Cayce, SC 29033 | (919) 349-8431 │ rfineco@email.sc.edu

Orlanda Fitzgerald
Training Coordinator
Diamonds International
Email: orlanda@shopdi.com
Relationship: Past Training Supervisor

Joanna Zietara
Resident Life Coordinator
University Housing
University of South Carolina
Phone: 803-777-4344
Email: zietara@mailbox.sc.edu
Relationship: Past Supervisor

Scott Kaplan
Chief Financial Officer
College of Hospitality, Retail & Sport Management (HRSM)
University of South Carolina
Phone: 803-777-9326
Email: sgkaplan@mailbox.sc.edu
Relationship: Past Co-instructor and Professor