Top Talent like Tia are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Tia Edmondson

Operations Manager
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts
Creative Operations Lead with Apple Experience
With a Bachelor's degree in Fine/Studio Arts from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a background in operations and technology merchandising at Apple, this professional brings a unique blend of artistic creativity and strategic business acumen. Their experience at Apple includes roles such as Operations Lead, Technology Merchandising Professional, Product Manager, and Lead, where they demonstrated expertise in managing operations, technology merchandising, and team leadership. They have effectively coordinated merchandising changes and technology upgrades, managed over 800 devices, and oversaw the development and release of applications used within Apple retail stores. Their ability to troubleshoot and maintain in-store technology and demo equipment, along with their strong communication and coordination skills, has contributed to their success in driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Work History

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Operations Lead

AppleResponsible for leading operations at Apple.
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Technology Merchandising Professional

AppleAug 2018 - Jul 2023 • 5 yrs* Manages over 800 devices used in store by employees and customers * Coordinates merchandising changes and technology upgrades under tight time constraints * Responsible for being a subject matter expert and point of contact for both customers and colleagues about security and privacy policies, in-store technology implementation, training, and support * Troubleshoot with internal tech teams over the phone, chat, and email to maintain in-store technology and demo equipment * Submit feedback to appropriate merchandising teams and field managers about emerging issues with demo software and accessories * Maintain network, printers, and payment systems Show less
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Product Manager

AppleJun 2021 - Nov 2021 • 6 mos- Oversaw the development and release of applications used within Apple retail stores - Communicated with over 500 retail stores during app releases and updates - Established connection between engineering teams and store teams to improve processes and training
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Lead

AppleAug 2017 - Aug 2018 • 1 yr 1 moResponded to customer concerns by providing feedback and recognition to team members Delegated daily responsibilities to ensure optimal store operations between different areas of the business Supported team by adjusting zones and maintaining breaks to accommodate for traffic
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Preservations and Operation Specalist

AppleMar 2017 - Aug 2017 • 6 mosCommunicated with Hiring Manager for scheduling interviews and hiring events Maintained store calendar to keep leadership informed of upcoming meetings or events Coordinated the updates to brand standards for the each area of the store Organized logistics and meals for All-Store Meetings and store celebrations Fulfilled work orders according to store and budget needs

Education

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University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Bachelor's degree, Fine/Studio Arts, General2008 - 2013
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University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fine and Studio Arts2008 - 2013

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

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Creative Operations Lead with Apple Experience
With a Bachelor's degree in Fine/Studio Arts from the University of Tennessee, Knoxville, and a background in operations and technology merchandising at Apple, this professional brings a unique blend of artistic creativity and strategic business acumen. Their experience at Apple includes roles such as Operations Lead, Technology Merchandising Professional, Product Manager, and Lead, where they demonstrated expertise in managing operations, technology merchandising, and team leadership. They have effectively coordinated merchandising changes and technology upgrades, managed over 800 devices, and oversaw the development and release of applications used within Apple retail stores. Their ability to troubleshoot and maintain in-store technology and demo equipment, along with their strong communication and coordination skills, has contributed to their success in driving operational excellence and customer satisfaction.

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call

Top Talent like Tia are on Pangea

Pangea, a YC company, connects companies with fractional talent. Fractional hiring allows companies to move faster and work with more specialized talent, while giving talent more flexibility and independence. If you are talent open to fractional work, apply here. If you’re a company looking for high-quality fractional talent, learn more here.

Tia Edmondson

Operations Manager
Available for hire fromNegotiable
Contracts

Work History

A

Operations Lead

AppleResponsible for leading operations at Apple.
A

Technology Merchandising Professional

AppleAug 2018 - Jul 2023 • 5 yrs* Manages over 800 devices used in store by employees and customers * Coordinates merchandising changes and technology upgrades under tight time constraints * Responsible for being a subject matter expert and point of contact for both customers and colleagues about security and privacy policies, in-store technology implementation, training, and support * Troubleshoot with internal tech teams over the phone, chat, and email to maintain in-store technology and demo equipment * Submit feedback to appropriate merchandising teams and field managers about emerging issues with demo software and accessories * Maintain network, printers, and payment systems Show less
A

Product Manager

AppleJun 2021 - Nov 2021 • 6 mos- Oversaw the development and release of applications used within Apple retail stores - Communicated with over 500 retail stores during app releases and updates - Established connection between engineering teams and store teams to improve processes and training
A

Lead

AppleAug 2017 - Aug 2018 • 1 yr 1 moResponded to customer concerns by providing feedback and recognition to team members Delegated daily responsibilities to ensure optimal store operations between different areas of the business Supported team by adjusting zones and maintaining breaks to accommodate for traffic
A

Preservations and Operation Specalist

AppleMar 2017 - Aug 2017 • 6 mosCommunicated with Hiring Manager for scheduling interviews and hiring events Maintained store calendar to keep leadership informed of upcoming meetings or events Coordinated the updates to brand standards for the each area of the store Organized logistics and meals for All-Store Meetings and store celebrations Fulfilled work orders according to store and budget needs

Education

U

University of Tennessee, Knoxville

Bachelor's degree, Fine/Studio Arts, General2008 - 2013
U

University of Tennessee-Knoxville

Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fine and Studio Arts2008 - 2013

How Pangea Works

Effortlessly discover top talent

We've distilled the candidate search from endless hours down to just a few minutes. Using Pangea's AI-powered search tools, you can find top fractional talent able to take on your next project. Our system looks at your company's niche and your needs to find the perfect match faster than any traditional hiring platform.

Start working with talent today

The top talent on Pangea is ready to get started with you right now. You can message or hire a candidate right from their profile page and start assigning work as soon as they respond. And the best part? Pangea's fractional contract structure lets you start small and ramp up as your needs change, keeping your costs manageable and your team's capabliities flexible.

Track work and invoices in one place

Assign tasks, track progress, and complete invoices all on Pangea. We've combined every part of the hiring process into one platform to eliminate the miscommunication that's unavoidable on other freelance platforms. We even send out 1099s to your contractors at the end of the year!

Talk with a Talent Expert

Members of our team are available to help you speed through the hiring process.
Available Now
Book a Call
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