Cherese Shaw, Msm
About Cherese Shaw, Msm
Cherese Shaw is an Event Planning Analyst at Rue Gilt Groupe, with a background in sales and career development. She holds a Master of Science in Management from Merrimack College and has experience in various roles, including project management and coaching.
Current Role at Rue Gilt Groupe
Cherese Shaw serves as an Event Planning Analyst at Rue Gilt Groupe, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she is responsible for coordinating and managing various events, utilizing her expertise in event planning and analysis. Her work involves utilizing tools such as Shopify, Airtable, and Excel for SKU creation and management, as well as maintenance and launch planning. Cherese's contributions are focused on enhancing the overall event experience and ensuring successful execution.
Previous Experience at Victoria's Secret
Prior to her current role, Cherese Shaw worked as a Seasonal Sales Associate at Victoria's Secret from 2017 to 2020. During her three years in this position, she gained valuable experience in retail sales and customer service in locations including Dedham and Boston, Massachusetts. This role helped her develop skills in sales strategies and customer engagement.
Education and Expertise
Cherese Shaw holds a Master of Science (MS) in Management from Merrimack College, which she completed in 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Business Administration and Management with a focus on Marketing from Merrimack College from 2017 to 2019. Additionally, she studied Fashion Design and Production at Lasell University before transferring to Merrimack College. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in management principles and marketing strategies.
Career Development Initiatives
During her tenure as a Career and Professional Development Fellow at Merrimack College from 2019 to 2020, Cherese Shaw developed career outcomes maps and process workflow charts. These initiatives aimed to improve communication between students and career counselors. She also coached professional development for over 15 students by collaborating with four advisors, demonstrating her commitment to supporting student success.
Early Career and Skills Development
Cherese Shaw began her career in retail, working as a BP. Fashion Ambassador at Nordstrom from 2013 to 2014 and later as a Seasonal Sales Associate in 2015. She also served as a Resident Assistant at Lasell College from 2016 to 2017. These early roles helped her develop skills in customer service, team collaboration, and leadership, which have been beneficial in her subsequent positions.