Tatyana Lawrence
Portsmouth
Summary
Dynamic business leader with extensive experience in managing and scaling successful small enterprises, demonstrating proven abilities in strategic planning, financial oversight, and innovative marketing strategies. Expertise includes enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction while fostering a collaborative team environment that drives results. Known for adept project management skills and a commitment to delivering on strategic objectives, consistently achieving impactful outcomes through meticulous planning and execution. Strong emphasis on adaptability and problem-solving ensures thriving in fast-paced, dynamic settings while maintaining focus on business growth and sustainability.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Barista
Starbucks
Portsmouth, VA
01.2025 - Current
- Prepared high-quality coffee and espresso beverages to customer specifications.
- Maintained cleanliness and organization of workstations and equipment.
- Provided exceptional customer service, enhancing overall store experience.
- Assisted in training new team members on beverage preparation techniques.
Small business owner
Braids By Tatyana
Suffolk, VA
04.2020 - Current
- I am a salon based braider since covid-19
- This business enhanced my social skills
- It had grown tremendously since I started way back when
Barista
Harris Teeter
Suffolk, VA
09.2024 - 01.2025
- Ability to multitask, professional composure in times of uncertainty
- Ability to keep your head during hours of crisis mode
- Ability to manage a list of responsibilities at once
Program leader
Boys and Girls Club
Suffolk, VA
06.2021 - 08.2024
- I've had a passion for working with kids since I attended the after school program as a child
- I've grown to love even more than I thought after actually being a leader
- As stated in skills there are so many skills learned in the child care field
- I have learned to be more patient and understanding in life
Baker/Packager
Sam's Club
Chesapeake, VA
12.2023 - 06.2024
- I've learned to work well with the others and also working alone
- I've grown to learn how to speak in a more professional matter
- I have learned to be more patient with people
Education
Bachelors - Business/Entrepreneurship
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VA05.2026
Business Consultant
Norfolk State University
Norfolk, VAHigh school diploma -
Kings Fork High School
Suffolk, VA06.2022
Skills
- Driven business owner specializing in operations management, strategy development, and leadership
- A proven track record of developing business plans and building relationships with clients to grow the customer base
- In terms of my skill set, I possess a range of abilities gained through my experience working with children
- Specifically, I have honed my creativity, time management, leadership, instructional, patience, and flexibility skills
- Friendly and outgoing
- Attention to detail
- Time management
Timeline
Barista
Starbucks
01.2025 - Current
Barista
Harris Teeter
09.2024 - 01.2025
Baker/Packager
Sam's Club
12.2023 - 06.2024
Program leader
Boys and Girls Club
06.2021 - 08.2024
Small business owner
Braids By Tatyana
04.2020 - Current
Bachelors - Business/Entrepreneurship
Norfolk State University
Business Consultant
Norfolk State University
High school diploma -
Kings Fork High School