Sarah van Ouwerkerk: Ambassador of wine, beer, spirits, and cuisine in Camarillo, CA
Sarah van Ouwerkerk
Ambassador of wine, beer, spirits, and cuisine
Camarillo | United States
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Creative Agencies
Fashion
Lifestyle
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Health & Fitness
Work experience
Sairberry
CEO | 11/2008 - Current
I design and create handmade items for active families. I started this business as a means to celebrate so many wonderful people in my life, and this allowed me to create a special keepsake for milestone events. Sairberry has produced many custom aprons, household decor, and fun things that make a person feel warm and happy inside. My base is in Carlsbad, CA but you can find me at pop up shops throughout San Diego County.
Lil Bruiser
CEO | 09/2014 - 03/2019
A unique and creative handmade Etsy shop that produces speciality baby blankets and baby accessories to stylize your lil bruiser.
The 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro
Management & Marketing | 04/2014 - 03/2016
All things marketing,managing the front of the house, making sure all things run smoothly and providing each guest with a fabulous dining experience. Knowledgeable in wine for retail purchases, or to compliment our extensive menu. Well-organized in arranging events, company parties, and a wonderful dinner for your family and friends. Wine Buyer and merchandiser, marketing and social media, and providing a positive environment for staff and guests alike!
Check out our wine shop and pick up a bottle or two, and make sure to stop in for our gourmet dishes, fresh seafood, and cheese plates to pair with your favorite wines!
the 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro
Ambassador of wine, beer, spirits, and cuisine | 04/2014 - 03/2016
1st level wine sommelier enjoying the opportunity to provide excellence in wine and dining experiences. Every day is a chance is learn more about the ever-evolving world of wine. cheers! Server, bartender, jack of all trades
Strategic Information Group
Sales & Marketing | 10/2011 - 04/2012
Responsible for all things in digital marketing & social media, and sales.
the 3rd Corner Wine Shop & Bistro
Director of Marketing & Social Media | 08/2008 - 10/2011
Manager, marketing, & memorable meals was my duty and personal goal every day. I created profiles, pages, and accounts from the ground up on Facebook and twitter. I maintained & updated the3rdcorner.com website with SEO, weekly events, keeping landing pages fresh, for all 3 locations. As a manager, I organized daily dinner service, private parties and corporate events up to 75 people. I assisted customers by helping them choose bottles of wine to enjoy with dinner or to take home, I recommended food pairings, motivated & educated front and back of the house staff of new promotions, new products, sales incentives, and aimed to expand their wine and food knowledge. I designed new menus, marketing material, promotions, and drove in new business, while keeping our current customers happy and returning
Geico Direct
Customer Service Counselor | 08/2007 - 06/2008
As a multi-state licensed insurance agent, I assisted policyholders across the country through a call-center by updating and endorsing policy information accurately and efficiently. I achieved extensive training and knowledge of the insurance industry, and provided delightful customer service while maintaining outstanding customer satisfaction
The Drip Stop
Barista | 08/2006 - 08/2007
precision making espresso, coffee, and tea drinks with a smile.
Hilo Hattie- the Store of Hawaii
Merchandiser | 06/2006 - 07/2007
I had executive management duties, such as opening/closing of the store and managing of the supervisors and sales associates. In addition, I planned and executed sales floor layouts, including window & in-store displays and allocated products to men's, women's and children's depts. In my role I had daily communication with corporate buyers to coordinate marketing, sales, clothing inventories, and forecasts with new and upcoming merchandise
Hilo Hattie-The Store of Hawaii
Receiving/Merchandise Lead | 05/2005 - 06/2006
As this new retail location opened, this position was created for me. It revolved around creating compelling visual displays, and allowed me to have my hand in marketing/promotions for working with the port of San Diego cruise ships, and being an active participant in Gaslamp association activities. This included such events as Taste of the Gaslamp, Padres games, and other Gaslamp marketing events. I also organized the shipping/receiving department creating an efficient flow of merchandise into the store. I learned importing/exporting of merchandise, developed methods of accuracy, reduced shrink and inventory loss, prepared garments/product to be purchase ready; Fashion Expert/Visual Displays
Volcanic Island Surf Co
Director of Operations | 05/2004 - 12/2005
A start-up company, I became the creative director; organizing and bringing ideas, conecpts, patterns, art & designs to production. I also hired and managed sales reps and implemented sales targets and goals
Common Knowledge Bookstore
Graphics/Apparel Lead | 06/2002 - 05/2004
I was an assistant buyer for collegiate apparel, lead cashier and student manager, assisted in window/store visual displays, and designed signage, promotions, and maintained the bookstore website
