Ryan Brar

Positive and enthusiastic business professional with a strong educational background and hands on experience in customer service and relationship building, which drive successful outcomes. Possesses specialties in customer engagement and sales skills along with a brand ambassador background. Two of my best qualities are my positive attitude and product promotion.

Quality Control Supervisor at Advance Pallet & Crate (2024-09 – Present)

Oversee the repair of wooden pallets according to industry standards and supervise up to 20 employees per shift.

• Oversee the repair of wooden pallets according to industry standards, making sure the end product is up to customer satisfaction.
• Supervise and support up to 20 employees per shift, ensuring healthy teamwork, clear communication and a positive work environment.
• Collaborate with other shift supervisors to make sure pallet production is appropriate for customer orders.
• Apply strong organizational and multitasking skills to balance employee supervision, customer expectations, and order deadlines.
• Maintain accurate records of production activities and communicated progress to management and team members.

Business Development & In Person Sales Intern at Fresh Prep Foods (2023-06 – 2023-09)

Finalized event designs and secured sign-ups for Fresh Prep through various events and outreach initiatives.

• Finalized event designs resulting in highest customer satisfaction for special events such as pop-ups.
• Provided weekly updates to the business development and digital marketing departments.
• Personally secured 10 sign-ups for Fresh Prep at the Khatsalahno Street Party festival, enhancing brand development and awareness.
• Initiated LinkedIn outreach targeting corporate sales opportunities for up to 500 employees.
• Coordinated Grouse Mountain direct consumer events in collaboration with team organizers.
• Managed a successful lunch and learn event for the Surrey School District, potentially securing a contract for Fresh Prep.
• Organized logistics and executed events resulting in 11 sign-ups for Fresh Prep.
• Participated in a content creation project by filming overnight for video storytelling of a Fresh Prep commercial.
• Facilitated meetings between the marketing team and summer interns, fostering positive networking and team building experiences.

Marketing Consultant at Advance Lumber and Pallet Ltd (2021-03 – 2023-06)

Organized sales invoices and contributed creative input to website, marketing, and branding projects.

• Organized sales invoices alphabetically in a filing cabinet for easy access by coworkers.
• Contributed creative ideas and input to a new website and marketing project.
• Provided creative input on a new company logo, evaluating and selecting from over 30 potential designs while maintaining the company's brand image.

Residence Front Desk at University of British Columbia (2018-09 – 2019-03)

Provided front desk services in a student residence setting with efficient customer service and organizational duties.

• Maintained efficiency and provided friendly service in a student residence setting.
• Sorted mail for resident students alphabetically for easy pickup and retrieval.
• Checked out equipment (e.g., speakers, sports balls) to residents, ensuring safe return.
• Checked out over 25 students per shift during semester-end, addressing inquiries promptly.
• Maintained a clean and organized front desk for coworkers and staff.
• Monitored residence parking lots for valid parking passes, reporting violations as necessary.
• Provided clear and respectful information to students regarding residence and campus-related inquiries.

Bachelor of Business Administration in Marketing Management – Langara College (2024)

Diploma in Marketing Management – Langara College (2020)