Ally Tiryakioglu

I have extensive training in professional settings and lab settings, as the majority of my work has been in marine biology. I am exploring other career options and am looking to work and save money until I can go back to school in 2 or more years. I have a lot of experience in customer service, answering phones, and sales.

Aaron’s Dive Shop: 1 year and 4 months worked there. I was shop staff, which meant answering phones, making reservations, checking credentials, organizing and signing people up for classes, sales, and constant customer service. I was the first person everyone would see behind the counter.

Sea Life Park: 11 months worked there. I was a marine mammal trainer, working closely with dolphins, seals, and penguins. I was required to interact with the public everyday, maintaining formal greetings and great customer service. I had 3 scheduled public educational talks a day, and spent lots of time with the public.

Nordstrom: 1 year and 2 months I was working there. I was sales and greeted the customers and would help them find what they needed. I would take phone calls to set up alteration appointments and help with returns and shipments of items for customers.

Bachelors of Science in Marine Biology from the University of Hawaii at Manoa (2023)