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PROFILE
I am a self-motivated and hard working professional with excellent communication and leadership skills developed through several years of sales and management experience. An effective communicator at all levels within an organization; I have exceptional ability to motivate a team. I am seeking a fast-paced position with the American Heart Association to help them surpass their goals.
EDUCATION
The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism (emphasis in Public Relations); Magna Cum Laude December
Houston Community College Houston, TX
Associate in Arts December
RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Smith County Appraisal District Tyler, TX
Assistant to the Chief Appraiser February -Present
Supported staff of appraisers and administrative staff
Assisted Chief Appraiser with legislative and taxpayer correspondence
Monitored operations in absence of Chief Appraiser
Acted as taxpayer liaison for Over- inquiries
Implemented records management systems
Planned Board of Director and Appraisal Review Board meetings
Coordinated and wrote copy for redesign of Appraisal District Website
Coordinated - Reappraisal Plan
Coordinated Appraisal Review Board Hearings
Exemption Coordinator
cue:creative Advertisting Agency Tyler, TX
Intern (completed hours for college credit) August -September
Assisted with development of public relations opportunities and converted into new business
Supported new business initiatives
Drafted press releases, ads, and other writing projects
KYTX CBS Tyler, TX
Weekend Producer November - August
Selected and wrote stories for show
Edited video, sent video to air, timed show
Posted stories and new polls on website
Began as internship, was promoted to Weekend Producer after month
Welcoming Neighbor, Inc. Houston, TX
Executive Assistant January - March
Assisted President; planned meetings, scheduled appointments
Supported staff of salespeople and office personnel
Hired and trained new employees
Created Employee Policy and Procedures Manual and Sales Training Manual
Designed marketing materials
General office duties; wrote letters, reports, inventory
Assisted C.F.O. with accounts receivables
Maintained Customer Relations
TBG and Associates Austin, TX
Regional Sales Manager December - January
Recruited, trained and mentored over employees
Managed corporate accounts and was responsible for developing corporate relationships
Created Sales and Training Presentation Manuals and PowerPoint Presentations
General bookkeeping and Office duties
Top Sales Producer for years
People’s Pharmacy Austin, TX
Operations Manager March –January
Maintained customer/patient and public relations, served approximately customers daily
In charge of staffing, troubleshooting, inventory control, purchasing, policy implementation, budget control, marketing and promotional plans
Created Standard Operating Procedures Manual for all positions and computer system and implemented systems resulting in more effective job performance
Increased profitability by %. Set record sales every year
OTHER EXPERIENCE
Premier Fitness Tyler, TX
Personal Trainer October – Present
Acted as Fitness Spokesperson for morning news
Performed health assessments
Created personalized fitness programs
Created and taught spinning classes
Provided nutritional counseling
The University of Texas at Tyler Tyler, TX
Spinning Instructor Spring Semester
Gladewater Doughnut Shop, Inc. Gladewater, TX
Owner August - February
Hired and trained new employees
Maintained Customer Relations
Performed general office duties, such as end of month reports and bookkeeping
SKILLS
Excellent Interpersonal/Customer Relations/Communication Skills
Strong Management/ Leadership Skills
Proficiency in MS Office/ Desktop Publishing (Publisher, Quark)/ Type wpm
Good Analytical, Problem-Solving Skills/ Crisis Resilient
Professional, Committed, Persistent, Responsible, Mature Judgment, Quick-Learning, Adaptable, Results-Driven
Strong entrepreneurial spirit, high energy and ability to thrive in fast paced environment
VOLUNTEER WORK AND COMMUNITY SERVICE
Logistics Chair for Arthritis Foundation K
Children’s Worship Co-Leader ; Grace Community Church
Communications Chair; Cy-Fair Christian Church -
Board of Directors; Cy-Fair Christian Church -