KELLY CARLOS
Paris
Summary
Currently pursuing the Wine & Management Diploma at Le Cordon Bleu in Paris, France. Seeking relevant internship experience and industry connections in France.
Experienced Marketing Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the wine and spirits industry. Skilled in Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Press Releases, and Marketing. Strong operations professional with a B.S. in Communication focused in Communication Studies from Boston University.
Level 3 WSET certified.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Marketing & Hospitality Manager
Dreyfus Ashby & Co. - Fine Wine Importer
03.2015 - 08.2025
- Create content for Instagram and other social media channels
- Initiated a social media campaign in May 2016 that brought awareness to our family values - CEO called it most successful campaign to date and clients continue to use the hashtag #DreyfusMeansFamily
- Launched an Instagram campaign to humanize our company that focused on our employees and where they’re from called the “Glass Pass” during the holiday season
- Increased followers 278% within 6 months of taking social media position
- Implement and maintain an intercompany newsletter to disperse news and share successes on a bi-monthly basis. Also added a quarterly company-wide conference call to encourage idea sharing and communication among remote salespersons
- Liaison with top suppliers for overseas winery visits. This includes communication with both our clients and our customer base.
- Create and distribute monthly client sales reports for all suppliers using database software
- Order office supplies and POS items into warehouse for sales force
- Office Manager/Marketing Assistant December 2011 – March 2015
- Coordinate office inventory and sample shipments with special attention to budgets and timelines
- Managed vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and quality of supplies.
- Executed marketing campaigns that boosted brand visibility and customer engagement.
Founder/Owner/Maker
Astoria Cork & Craft
11.2016 - 08.2025
- Operated an online sales shop, with over 600 sales, on Etsy.com independently.
- Handcrafted unique goods, marketed online and in person, and managed bookkeeping.
Seasonal Sales Associate
Grand Wine & Liquors
10.2016 - 12.2016
- Assisted customers with wine recommendations on the sales floor at largest retail shop in neighborhood
- Curated an “Expert’s Pick” section of the store
Temporary Receptionist/Office Assistant
Woods Bagot Architects
07.2011 - 09.2011
- Coordinated meetings/AV conference calls with clients across the global studio
- Ordered office supplies, procured travel visas, and managed FedEx shipping
Financial Analyst
Boston University Fitness and Recreation Center
09.2007 - 05.2011
- Assisted the business office with account reconciling as fiscal year ends
- Entered all financial transactions into database using FileMaker Pro
Public Relations Intern
Brandnation, Inc.
10.2010 - 12.2010
- Established and maintained press contacts to ensure client coverage
- Created and distributed mailers to generate interest in the brands
Education
Diploma - Wine Management
Le Cordon Bleu
Paris07-2026
Bachelor of Science - Communication
Boston University College of Communication
Boston, MA05.2011
Public Relations
BU Study Abroad Program
London, UK12.2010
AWARDS
WSET Level 3 Advanced Award in Wine, Completed in August 2016 at International Wine Center, NYC
Driver's License
International Driving Permit
Languages
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
French
Elementary (A2)
Timeline
Founder/Owner/Maker
Astoria Cork & Craft
11.2016 - 08.2025
Seasonal Sales Associate
Grand Wine & Liquors
10.2016 - 12.2016
Marketing & Hospitality Manager
Dreyfus Ashby & Co. - Fine Wine Importer
03.2015 - 08.2025
Temporary Receptionist/Office Assistant
Woods Bagot Architects
07.2011 - 09.2011
Public Relations Intern
Brandnation, Inc.
10.2010 - 12.2010
Financial Analyst
Boston University Fitness and Recreation Center
09.2007 - 05.2011
Diploma - Wine Management
Le Cordon Bleu
Bachelor of Science - Communication
Boston University College of Communication
Public Relations
BU Study Abroad Program