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Andre Withers

@andrewithers

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Customer-focused biology graduate with lab experience and strong retail and safety background.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a role combining lab techniques and customer-facing responsibilities where I can apply scientific skills, ensure safety/compliance, and grow professionally.

I am a Bachelor of Science in Biology candidate from the University of Massachusetts Amherst with hands-on laboratory experience including gas chromatography, IR analysis, fractional distillation, and acid-base extractions. I combine scientific training with practical retail and hospitality roles to deliver accurate product guidance and safe, compliant customer service.

In retail and service positions I have advised customers, managed transactions, maintained inventory, and enforced safety and regulatory policies. As a lifeguard and team captain I developed calm crisis response, first aid and communication skills, consistently prioritizing safety under pressure.

I volunteer in community sustainability and housing initiatives and bring strong proficiency in Google Workspace and Microsoft Office. I seek roles where I can apply laboratory skills, customer education, and operational compliance to contribute reliably and grow professionally.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Wellness Guide

Current

Liberty Cannabis

Jul 2024 - Present (1 year 3 months)

Advised customers on product selection and safe use, maintained inventory logs and ensured store compliance with state cannabis regulations while operating cash register and enforcing 21+ policy.

Customer Service Inventory Management Cash Handling Regulatory Compliance Point of Sale Product Education Communication

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Server/Bartender

Current

The Thai Place

Aug 2023 - Present (2 years 2 months)

Managed multiple tables in a high-volume environment, promoted higher-margin items to increase sales, and followed alcohol-safety procedures while maintaining food-safety and sanitation standards.

Customer Service Upselling POS Alcohol Service Food Safety Multitasking Communication Teamwork

Deli Clerk

Stop and Shop

Jan 2021 - May 2023 (2 years 4 months)

Maintained deli operations including slicer safety, inventory restocking, customer assistance, and sanitation protocols to ensure food safety and drive complementary sales.

Food Safety Slicer Inventory Management Customer Service Upselling Stocking

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Massachusetts Amherst

Bachelor of Science, Biology

Activities and societies: Relevant coursework: Organic Chemistry Lab; Organic Chemistry 1 & 2; General Genetics; Plant Physiology & Biology; New England Flora

Completed a Bachelor of Science in Biology with coursework in organic chemistry, genetics, plant physiology, and regional flora; graduated December 2025.

Holyoke Community College

Associate in Science, Biology

2022 -

Activities and societies: Relevant coursework: Cannabis Today; General Chemistry; Intro to Biology; Botany

Completed an Associate in Science in Biology with coursework including general chemistry, introductory biology, botany, and Cannabis Today (Aug 2022).