Mary Parelli
About Mary Parelli
Mary Parelli is an Assistant Store Manager and Merchandiser at Ten Thousand Villages US, where she has worked since 2016. She specializes in revenue growth for retail businesses and has organized significant local events, including the Annual Landis Valley Museum Art Show.
Work at Ten Thousand Villages
Mary Parelli has served as the Assistant Store Manager and Merchandiser at Ten Thousand Villages US since 2016. In this role, she has contributed to the store's operations in Ephrata, Pennsylvania, for over eight years. Her responsibilities include managing daily store activities, merchandising products, and enhancing customer experiences. She focuses on promoting fair trade and supporting artisans from developing countries through the sale of handcrafted goods.
Event Organization Experience
Mary Parelli has extensive experience in organizing large-scale local events. She played a key role in organizing the Annual Landis Valley Museum Art Show, which attracts several thousand attendees from the local community. Additionally, she has coordinated various events such as Holiday Open Houses and Off-Site Craft Shows, showcasing her ability to manage logistics and engage the community effectively.
Previous Experience at Brighton Collectibles
Prior to her current position, Mary Parelli worked as an Assistant Manager at Brighton Collectibles for eight months in 2013 and 2014. This role was based in Kitchen Kettle Village, where she gained valuable retail management experience. Her time at Brighton Collectibles contributed to her understanding of customer service and retail operations.
Education and Expertise
Mary Parelli studied Business Administration and Management at St. John's University in New York. Her educational background has equipped her with the skills necessary to grow revenue for retail businesses, particularly in competitive marketplaces. Her expertise lies in retail management, merchandising, and event organization.
Background in Retail Ownership
Before relocating to Lancaster, Pennsylvania, Mary Parelli owned and operated a retail store in Staten Island, New York. This experience provided her with firsthand knowledge of retail operations, customer engagement, and business management, further enhancing her capabilities in the retail sector.