I am a driven independent professional with a passion to empower teams. My open-minded and energetic personality helps me build natural connections with peers while contributing clear communication and collaborative leadership. I thrive in dynamic environments and am always eager to learn, grow, and help others reach their potential. As a Manager, Performer and Coach, I have developed concise, empathetic communication and a collaborative approach to lead teams to success. I value resilience, hard work, and continuous growth, and I enjoy teaching others along the way. I thrive in team-oriented environments and enjoy a range of activities from retail operations to creative performance.

Raena Smith Waikato

I am a driven independent professional with a passion to empower teams. My open-minded and energetic personality helps me build natural connections with peers while contributing clear communication and collaborative leadership. I thrive in dynamic environments and am always eager to learn, grow, and help others reach their potential. As a Manager, Performer and Coach, I have developed concise, empathetic communication and a collaborative approach to lead teams to success. I value resilience, hard work, and continuous growth, and I enjoy teaching others along the way. I thrive in team-oriented environments and enjoy a range of activities from retail operations to creative performance.

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I am a driven independent professional with a passion to empower teams. My open-minded and energetic personality helps me build natural connections with peers while contributing clear communication and collaborative leadership. I thrive in dynamic environments and am always eager to learn, grow, and help others reach their potential.

As a Manager, Performer and Coach, I have developed concise, empathetic communication and a collaborative approach to lead teams to success. I value resilience, hard work, and continuous growth, and I enjoy teaching others along the way. I thrive in team-oriented environments and enjoy a range of activities from retail operations to creative performance.

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Language

English
Fluent
Māori
Intermediate

Work Experience

Store Manager at Cotton On Centre Place
September 1, 2025 - September 18, 2025
Overseeing store operations, achieving KPI targets, inventory control, customer service excellence, training and coaching staff, implementing strategic plans to drive sales and performance.
Voice Over / Marketing at Bridge FM Opotiki
January 31, 2020 - September 18, 2025
Advertised voice overs, marketing collaborations, digital skills, data analysis and content marketing.

Education

NCEA Level 1 Excellence; Level 2 & 3 Merit at Western Heights High School
January 1, 2019 - December 31, 2021
Top Junior Te Reo Māori Achiever; School Talent Quest Winner; Netball Captain & MVP 2018; Top English Student at One Tree Hill College
January 1, 2017 - December 31, 2018

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Retail, Education, Media & Entertainment