Hi, I’m Mariona, a private investigator and trusted beauty advisor who combines curiosity with a customer-focused mindset. I have a Bachelor's degree in Private Investigation and extensive experience as a top-performing beauty consultant, particularly in Korean cosmetics, where I develop personalized skincare and makeup consultations while driving sales growth. I’m fluent in English and comfortable communicating with international clients, have training in OSINT techniques and case work, and I’m passionate about applying investigative rigor to everyday client service and problem solving. I also know French and basic Chinese and love blending my investigative skills with creative solutions in fast-paced retail environments.

Mariona Pares i Villanueva

Hi, I’m Mariona, a private investigator and trusted beauty advisor who combines curiosity with a customer-focused mindset. I have a Bachelor's degree in Private Investigation and extensive experience as a top-performing beauty consultant, particularly in Korean cosmetics, where I develop personalized skincare and makeup consultations while driving sales growth. I’m fluent in English and comfortable communicating with international clients, have training in OSINT techniques and case work, and I’m passionate about applying investigative rigor to everyday client service and problem solving. I also know French and basic Chinese and love blending my investigative skills with creative solutions in fast-paced retail environments.

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Hi, I’m Mariona, a private investigator and trusted beauty advisor who combines curiosity with a customer-focused mindset. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Private Investigation and extensive experience as a top-performing beauty consultant, particularly in Korean cosmetics, where I develop personalized skincare and makeup consultations while driving sales growth.

I’m fluent in English and comfortable communicating with international clients, have training in OSINT techniques and case work, and I’m passionate about applying investigative rigor to everyday client service and problem solving. I also know French and basic Chinese and love blending my investigative skills with creative solutions in fast-paced retail environments.

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Experience Level

Expert
Expert
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
Intermediate
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Language

Spanish; Castilian
Fluent
Catalan; Valencian
Fluent
English
Fluent
French
Intermediate
Chinese
Beginner

Work Experience

Beauty Advisor & Sales Assistant at MIIN Cosmetics – Balmès Flagship
July 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Top-selling advisor; achieved sales comparable to full-time colleagues while working 15 hours/week; specialized in Korean cosmetics; provided personalized skincare and makeup consultations; increased repeat purchases through product knowledge and relationship building; led product launches, promotions, and visual merchandising; trained new staff; managed appointments and email correspondence; communicated in English with international clients due to high tourist volume in central Barcelona.
Sales Assistant at UNO de50 – Passeig de Gràcia Flagship
September 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Assisted customers with luxury jewelry selection and personalized recommendations; processed POS transactions, inventory management, and store operations.
Sales Assistant at La Sirena
August 1, 2024 - October 3, 2025
Supported customers and maintained product displays; ensured smooth store operations during high-demand periods.
Temporary Sales Assistant at H&M & Stradivarius
January 1, 2021 - October 3, 2025
Helped with customer service, merchandising, and inventory management during seasonal peaks; contributed to store sales targets.
Event Host at Tezenis – Barcelona (Christmas Campaign)
December 1, 2018 - October 3, 2025
Engaged visitors during promotional events, facilitated product demonstrations and increased sales.
Beauty Advisor & Sales Assistant at MIIN Cosmetics – Balmès Flagship, Barcelona
July 31, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Ranked among top sellers; achieved sales comparable to full-time colleagues while working 15 hours per week. Specialized in Korean cosmetics, providing personalized skincare and makeup consultations. Led product launches, promotional campaigns, and visual merchandising; trained new staff in customer service, product knowledge, and sales techniques. Managed scheduling of appointments and emails, and communicated in English with international clients due to high tourist volume in central Barcelona.
Sales Assistant at UNO de50 – Passeig de Gràcia Flagship, Barcelona
September 30, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Assisted customers with luxury jewelry selection and personalized recommendations. Managed POS transactions, inventory, and store operations efficiently. Regularly communicated in English with international clients due to high tourist volume in central Barcelona.
Sales Assistant at La Sirena – Molins de Rei, Barcelona
August 31, 2024 - October 3, 2025
Supported customers and maintained product displays. Ensured smooth store operations during high-demand periods.
Temporary Sales Assistant at H&M & Stradivarius – Barcelona
December 31, 2021 - October 3, 2025
Assisted with customer service, merchandising, and inventory management during seasonal peaks; contributed to achieving store sales targets.
Event Host at Tezenis – Barcelona
December 31, 2018 - October 3, 2025
Engaged visitors during promotional events, facilitating product demonstrations and increasing sales.
Beauty Advisor & Sales Assistant at MIIN Cosmetics – Balmès Flagship
July 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Top-performing seller, ranked among the leading sales staff while working 15 hours per week. Specialized in Korean cosmetics, providing personalized skincare and makeup consultations. Increased repeat customer purchases through expert product knowledge and relationship building. Led product launches, promotional campaigns, and visual merchandising, boosting revenue during peak periods. Trained new staff in customer service, product knowledge, and sales techniques. Gained strong scheduling and email management skills while assisting clients; highly skilled in multitasking. Regularly communicated in English with international clients due to high tourist volume in central Barcelona.
Sales Assistant at UNOde50 – Passeig de Gràcia Flagship
September 1, 2025 - October 3, 2025
Assisted customers with luxury jewelry purchases, handled POS transactions, inventory management, and efficient store operations. Contributed to consistently achieving store sales targets. Communicated in English with international clients.
Sales Assistant at La Sirena – Molins de Rei
August 1, 2024 - October 3, 2025
Supported customers and maintained product displays. Ensured smooth store operations during high-demand periods.
Temporary Sales Assistant at H&M & Stradivarius – Barcelona
January 1, 2021 - October 3, 2025
Assisted with customer service, merchandising, and inventory management during seasonal peaks. Contributed to achieving store sales targets.
Event Host at Tezenis – Barcelona (Christmas Campaign)
December 1, 2018 - October 3, 2025
Engaged visitors during promotional events, facilitated product demonstrations, and contributed to increased sales.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Private Investigation at Universitat de Barcelona (UB)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Private Investigation at Universitat de Barcelona (UB)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
College – Humanities at Verg de la Salut, Sant Feliu de Llobregat
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018
Compulsory Education at Manyanet, Molins de Rei
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025
Bachelor's Degree in Private Investigation at Universitat de Barcelona (UB)
January 1, 2020 - January 1, 2025
Humanities (High School) at Verge de la Salut, Sant Feliu de Llobregat
January 1, 2016 - January 1, 2018

Qualifications

OSINT Techniques Training
January 11, 2030 - October 3, 2025

Industry Experience

Retail, Consumer Goods, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Government, Other