Paul Mata
About Paul Mata
Paul Mata is an Assistant Store Manager at The North Face in Bluffton, South Carolina, with a diverse background in retail management and media. He holds a BA from the University of the Philippines and an MBA from LSU Shreveport, along with several certificates from Harvard Business School Online.
Current Role at The North Face
Paul Mata serves as the Assistant Store Manager at The North Face, a VF Company, in Bluffton, South Carolina. He has held this position since 2020, overseeing retail operations for the outdoor brand. His responsibilities include managing store staff, ensuring customer satisfaction, and optimizing sales performance. Prior to this role, he worked as a Selling Supervisor at The North Face in North Charleston, South Carolina, from 2018 to 2020.
Education and Expertise
Paul Mata has a diverse educational background with degrees from several prestigious institutions. He earned a Bachelor of Arts from the University of the Philippines. He also completed a Master of Business Administration (MBA) at LSU Shreveport from 2019 to 2021. Additionally, he studied at Harvard Business School Online, where he achieved a Certificate in Leading with Finance in 2016 and is currently pursuing a Certificate in Becoming a Better Manager.
Previous Work Experience
Before his current roles, Paul Mata worked at Crocs, Inc. as a Team Leader in stock for eight months in 2016. He also gained retail experience as a Sales Associate at The North Face from 2015 to 2016. In addition to his retail career, he has worked as a Correspondent at Rappler since 2018, where he has developed skills in media and journalism. His background includes roles in photography and sports public relations.
Career Transition
Paul Mata has successfully transitioned from media roles to retail management, demonstrating versatility in his career. His experience in journalism and public relations has contributed to his skill set in managing retail operations and customer interactions. This unique combination of experiences allows him to approach retail management with a comprehensive understanding of communication and customer engagement.