Highly creative Master s Candidate eager to contribute solid marketing skills toward supporting the Detroit Public Library in maintaining an exemplary image and reputation within the community.

 

 

         Proficiency in community relations and outreach, market/trend analysis, corporate communications, vendor relations, office administration, and delivering first-rate customer service.

         Excel in analyzing, developing and administering budgets to ensure cost containment.

         Resourcefully devise marketing strategies which elevate public awareness and interest.

         Considerable understanding of brand and image management; served as spokesperson at national conference exhibits and trade shows to ensure company was properly represented.

         Highly respected for sharp attention to details and deadlines, multi-tasking capabilities, prioritization abilities, and problem solving skills.

         Quickly adapt to new roles, responsibilities, software, and environments.

         Create and manage spreadsheets, graphs, tables, reports, and databases to meticulously track vital information.

         Proven ability to work both independently and collaboratively, consistently delivering projects within strict time constraints.

         Able to craft riveting and quality-driven written public relations materials which command attention.

 

 

National Association of Investors Corporation, Madison Heights, MI, 2006 to 2008

Administrative Assistant / Meetings & Event Coordinator

• Spearheaded quality administrative operations for non-profit organization educating individuals in successful investing strategies.
• Presented with $10K financial reward in 2007 for displaying exceptional performance in planning and coordinating national convention. 
• Recognized in 2008 with a monetary bonus for demonstrating outstanding talents in orchestrating numerous regional meetings.  

 

HelmsBriscoe, Eastpointe, MI, 2004 to 2005

Meeting Planner (Independent Contractor)

• Provided site selection and meeting planning services to corporate, association, and government clients requiring offsite meetings and conferences.
• Oversaw full-scope meeting/event planning and logistics encompassing transportation, literature printing, audio/visual equipment, catering, entertainment, and securing exhibit decorators. 
• Prepared and provided instructions and information packets to exhibit attendees. 
• Maintained exhibit displays and signage, and reliably packed and shipped display booth, associated literature, and giveaway materials. 

 

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Professional Experience continued

 

National Board for Professional Teaching Standards, Southfield, MI, 1990 to 2004

Administrative Assistant, Meeting Planning Specialist

• Demonstrated exemplary versatility, loyalty, longevity and productivity in several roles throughout tenure including Field Test Network Coordinator and Outreach Lead.
• Delivered highly efficient administrative support and leadership for 501(c)3 organization offering advanced certification and related services for classroom teachers.
• Meticulously tracked legislative efforts promoting National Board Certification nationwide to ensure accuracy of state policies, local district policies and collective bargaining language. 
• Authored two monthly newsletters to disseminate state and local policy information.
• Planned and orchestrated special project meetings such as Annual National Board Academy, Council of the Great City Schools Conference, minority recruitment meetings, and various stakeholder meetings nationwide.    

 

 

Master's in Library & Information Science (in progress), Wayne State University, Detroit, MI

 

Bachelor of Arts Degree in Communications, University of Michigan-Dearborn, Dearborn, MI, 2006

         Concentration in Public Relations & Corporate Communications

         Graduated with Honors and Distinction

         Participant, Emerging Leaders Program