I am a project management and marketing professional with over four years of experience in managing complex projects. My key achievements include leading a cross-functional team to increase project efficiency by 20% and successfully executing marketing campaigns that increased sales by 50%. I am passionate about delivering high-quality marketing assets and driving customer engagement through strategic planning and collaborative execution. I am seeking a position where my project management and initiative skills will be utilized to support your mission of delivering high-quality marketing assets and improving customer engagement.

Mary Carol Lee

I am a project management and marketing professional with over four years of experience in managing complex projects. My key achievements include leading a cross-functional team to increase project efficiency by 20% and successfully executing marketing campaigns that increased sales by 50%. I am passionate about delivering high-quality marketing assets and driving customer engagement through strategic planning and collaborative execution. I am seeking a position where my project management and initiative skills will be utilized to support your mission of delivering high-quality marketing assets and improving customer engagement.

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I am a project management and marketing professional with over four years of experience in managing complex projects. My key achievements include leading a cross-functional team to increase project efficiency by 20% and successfully executing marketing campaigns that increased sales by 50%. I am passionate about delivering high-quality marketing assets and driving customer engagement through strategic planning and collaborative execution.

I am seeking a position where my project management and initiative skills will be utilized to support your mission of delivering high-quality marketing assets and improving customer engagement.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Owner at Feather & Fern - Garden, Jewelry and Home Decor
September 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025
Founded and grew Feather & Fern, an ecommerce shop and pop-up market. Built and launched a Shopify store and organized pop-up events to expand brand visibility and customer reach. Designed and executed digital marketing campaigns (social, email, paid ads) to drive traffic and online sales. Curated vendor partnerships and managed inventory for high-quality products, achieving revenue growth through seasonal launches and community events. Built a loyal customer base through personalized service and consistent storytelling.
Marketing Manager - Part Time at Laguna Iguana
September 1, 2025 - September 1, 2025
Conducted audience research, market trends analysis, and competitor benchmarking. Implemented and managed digital marketing campaigns, social media, and online advertising; improved sales processes and brand awareness. Sold over half of the shop's merchandise in 6 months through targeted campaigns and initiatives.
Program Manager - Operations, Managed Services (Remote) at Centercode
May 1, 2024 - May 1, 2024
Managed 30+ beta projects for high-profile enterprises (iRobot, Roku, Massimo, SimpliSafe, Poly). Coordinated product logistics, kickoff meetings, timeline reviews with internal and external teams, tracked feedback, and briefed stakeholders for launches. Identified and mitigated risks, maintained an Issue log and Project Plan, and led weekly status meetings to ensure alignment and timely updates. Maintained 80-95% tester participation and contributed to SaaS platform improvements based on stakeholder feedback.
Associate Sales Operations Analyst / E-Learning Developer / Event Manager (Contract Position) at Aerie Pharmaceuticals - Start-up Enterprise
December 1, 2019 - December 1, 2019
Launched and maintained custom reports and dashboards to track product growth and sales team performance using Excel and Tableau. Managed and documented the timely distribution of reports to management, and led special projects including year-end growth reports and national sales conference planning. Implemented a company-wide LMS, creating training modules that saved the company $220K. Managed vendor relationships and AP/AR processes, ensuring timely payments and compliance. Planned corporate events, including team-building activities and large conferences.
Temporary Project Coordinator at Goin Native Therapeutic Gardens
December 1, 2017 - December 1, 2017
Oversaw citywide Fall fundraising festival, coordinating logistics, vendor support, and on-site operations for over 50 booths. Managed vendor coordination, timeline development, budgeting, and day-of coordination to ensure participant needs were met, resulting in positive community engagement and media coverage.
Res Support Specialist at NFP Securities
November 1, 2011 - November 1, 2011
Consulted and guided new reps on the NFP platform, increasing onboarding efficiency and serving as primary contact for onboarding. Handled complex trade entries for Sales Agents with precision and timeliness. Passed the Series 7 licensure exam on the first attempt.
Financial Advisor at Lucien, Stirling & Gray Advisory Group
June 1, 2007 - June 1, 2007
Designed customized investment and wealth management strategies to meet clients’ long-term goals, including retirement planning, tax optimization, estate planning, and risk management. Conducted detailed financial needs assessments and recommended tailored investment solutions.
Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
February 1, 2005 - February 1, 2005
Created tailored financial strategies for clients, including investment management, retirement planning, and insurance solutions aligned with their goals and risk tolerance. Earned Texas life, health, and accident insurance licenses.
Senior Benefits Analyst at Texas County & District Retirement System
July 1, 2003 - July 1, 2003
Promoted multiple times to Trainer and Project Manager. Developed and coordinated training modules for the Benefits Department. Led multiple enterprise IT projects focusing on system integration and finance workflows, improving cross-team communication and operational efficiencies.
Director of Fundraising at Mission Viejo High School Instrumental Music Booster's Association
August 1, 2023 - November 3, 2025
Volunteer director coordinating fundraising initiatives for the school's music programs. Created social media content, promoted events, and organized lucrative fundraising activities. Expanded community sponsorships significantly.
Social Media Specialist at Project Management Institute - Orange County Chapter
April 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025
Create social media posts for team events using Canva and manage posts across major platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, Twitter).
Associate Sales Operations Analyst / E-Learning Developer / Event Manager (Contract Position) at Aerie Pharmaceuticals
December 20, 2017 - Present
Launched and maintained custom reports and dashboards to track product growth and sales team performance using Excel and Tableau. Created and documented the creation and timely distribution of reports to management, aiding strategic decision-making. Led special projects including year-end growth reports and national sales conference planning, resulting in improved team performance and successful event execution.
Temporary Project Coordinator at Go Native Therapeutic Gardens
March 20, 2017 - Present
San Juan Capistrano, CA; oversaw city-wide Fall fundraising festival, coordinated all logistics, vendor support, and on-site operations for over 50 booths. Communicated and managed vendor coordination, timeline development, budgeting, and day-of coordination services; ensured all participant needs were met, leading to front-page news coverage and increased community engagement.
Volunteer Director of Fundraising at Mission Viejo High School Instrumental Music Boosters Association
August 20, 2023 - Present
Directed fundraising initiatives for the Mission Viejo High School instrumental music program, coordinating fundraising events and volunteer teams to support program needs.

Education

M.A. in Experimental Psychology at Texas Tech University
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1994
B.A. in Liberal Arts at University of Texas
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 1990
M.A. in Experimental Psychology at Texas Tech University
January 1, 1994 - February 21, 2026
B.A. in Psychology at University of Texas at Austin
January 1, 1991 - February 21, 2026

Qualifications

Project Management Professional (PMP)
November 1, 2024 - November 3, 2025
Inbound Marketing (HubSpot Academy)
May 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025
Social Media Marketing (HubSpot Academy)
April 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025
Customer Validation Professional (Centercode)
November 1, 2020 - November 3, 2025
Practical Application of GenAI for Project Managers (PMI)
January 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025
Graphic Design and Canva Essentials (Canva)
January 1, 2025 - November 3, 2025
Project Management Professional (PMP)
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026
HubSpot Academy Certification
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026
Customer Validation Professional
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026
Graphic Design and Canva Essentials
January 11, 2030 - February 21, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Retail, Software & Internet, Education, Non-Profit Organization