Justine Taffarello

Justine Taffarello [e-mail]
4107 Kaplan Drive, Raleigh, NC 27606 [phone] https://fr.linkedin.com/in/justinetaffarello
Optimistic and team-oriented individual seeking opportunities in wine and food industries. Experienced in developing new products
and conducting market research. Innovative and creative professional with project management training.
• Market Research/Analysis
• Interpersonal communication
• Business Planning
• Statistics (Marketing)
• Team work
• Project Management
• Digital Marketing
• Adaptability
• Design creation
EDUCATION
North Carolina State University Jenkins Graduate School of Management, Raleigh, NC May 2016
IAE Business School, Aix en Provence, France
Master of Global Innovation Management (MGIM)
MGIM Class Project
Partnered with team to identify innovative solutions for Gemalto on data privacy market: analyzed market conditions and
conducted qualitative survey in order to define and design software program.
VIA University, Horsens, Denmark June 2014
Bachelor of Science, Business and Communication (BS), Exchange Program
Emphasis in Intercultural Communication and Business Practices in US
University Paul Sabatier, Toulouse, France June 2013
Two year A-post-level course focused on sales, marketing, strategy, statistics and accounting
Undergraduate Class Project
“Les Alticiades” Gastronomic Association of IUT Paul Sabatier Toulouse: One-year student project/competition, for
organization, which promoted delicatessen products in region. Team awarded first prize (2012) out of 40.
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Weiss Chocolate Factory, Saint-Etienne, France March – August 2015
Intern, Assistant Product manager
⋅ Analyzed products sales to determine future production decisions.
⋅ Evaluated products based on competitors to determine new products flavors and topics.
⋅ Tasted chocolate for quality in order to facilitate R&D implementation of new products.
⋅ Developed marketing materials in collaboration with designers and independently.
⋅ Partnered with web marketing department to launch new website.
Hôtel Castel Brando, Corsica, France July – August 2014
Receptionist
⋅ Maintained client’s reservations in order to contribute to quality clients services
⋅ Managed social media accounts as a means to promote the company.
⋅ Ensured and facilitated meal service protocol for exceptional level of customer service.
In Any Event UK, Bristol, England April – June 2013
Intern, Event Marketing Assistant
⋅ Led four entrepreneurship and scientific events on-site via organization and logistical management.
Camping El Delfin Verde, Torroella de Mongri, Spain July – August 2012
Entertainer/Sport Organizer
⋅ Organized five sport tournaments and special events every week for children aged 5 – 15 years old).
⋅ Greeted international guests in English, Spanish and French.
La Croix des Marchands (Wine Vineyard), Gaillac, France April- May 2012
Interb, Wine Sales Assistant
⋅ Educated clients regarding wine qualities and characteristics to promote product sales.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
• Start up project in the Foof Industry: Award for the best communication
• Technology: Photoshop, InDesign, Wordpress, Magento, MS Office (World, Excel, Power Point…)
• Drama club association of VIA University College (Denmark); minor role in Indian movie
• TEDx volunteer
• Languages: French (fluent), English (fluent), Spanish (intermediate)