Samantha De La Cruz

Samantha De La Cruz has a diverse and extensive work experience. Samantha is currently working at + Lux Unfiltered, Inc. as an Ecommerce Manager since May 2021. Prior to this role, they worked as a Brand Coordinator at the same company from October 2020 to May 2021.

Before joining + Lux Unfiltered, Samantha worked at Planet Blue, where they held various roles. Samantha started as a Stylist from December 2014 to June 2015, then became a Manager from June 2015 to October 2016. Samantha then worked as an Assistant Manager from October 2016 to July 2017 and as a Store Manager from July 2017 to December 2018. Samantha'sresponsibilities included managing the East Coast pop-up store and building lasting client relationships.

Samantha also gained valuable experience as a Marketing Intern at Natalie B from April 2015 to December 2015. During their time there, they assisted in generating orders, created content for social media platforms, and learned about sourcing and production in the jewelry industry.

Another internship role they had was at Shophers.com from October 2014 to April 2015. Here they gained knowledge in e-commerce consignment and marketing products to online consumers through product photoshoots and styling techniques.

Samantha's work experience also includes a role as a Specialist at Bloomingdale's from November 2012 to November 2014. In this position, they managed and merchandised several brands, communicated with the buying office, and provided recaps of the brands on a monthly basis.

Prior to Bloomingdale's, Samantha worked at Free People from July 2010 to November 2012, where they gained managerial and leadership skills as a Manager In Training (MIT). Samantha excelled in customer service and built strong client relationships while acquiring brand awareness.

Early in their career, Samantha worked in the credit department at Westside Rentals from February 2011 to March 2012. Here they worked with landlords, realtors, and renters, acquiring knowledge in credit history, credit scores, and criminal and eviction histories.

Samantha De La Cruz's education history begins in 2006 when they attended Santa Monica High School, where they did not pursue a specific degree or field of study. After graduating in 2010, Samantha went on to enroll at The Art Institute of California-Los Angeles from 2013 to 2016. During their time there, they completed a degree in Fashion Marketing and Management, focusing on the field of fashion. In 2019, Samantha enrolled at California State University, Northridge, studying Business Administration and Management, with a general focus. In addition to their academic pursuits, Samantha obtained a certification as a ServSafe Food Handler in November 2013, although the institution is not specified.