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Catherine ("Katie") Brewer

Marietta,GA

Summary

Dynamic Program Specialist at the CDC with strong oral communication skills and a proven track record in enhancing program efficiency. Expert in Microsoft Excel, I mentored teams, streamlined processes, and facilitated cross-functional collaboration, achieving significant improvements in project outcomes and decision-making. Committed to fostering professional growth and delivering impactful results.

Overview

42
42
years of professional experience

Work History

Program Specialist

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC
12.2010 - 03.2025
  • Mentored junior team members in effective program management techniques, fostering professional growth across the organization.
  • Presented monthly metrics to upper management to improve decision-making.
  • Demonstrated exceptional problem-solving skills by resolving critical issues promptly without compromising on quality or timeline.
  • Developed strong relationships with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless collaboration in achieving project goals.
  • Conducted thorough evaluations of program performance, identifying areas for improvement and implementing necessary changes.
  • Facilitated communication between stakeholders, ensuring timely resolutions for any potential issues or roadblocks.
  • Established a robust program management office, providing centralized support and guidance to teams across the organization.
  • Developed and maintained logistics workflows, procedures and reports.
  • Worked alongside other professionals to outline and implement program plans and objectives.
  • Enhanced program efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing strategic improvements.
  • Managed multiple concurrent projects efficiently, prioritizing tasks based on deadlines and resource availability.
  • Responded to in-person and telephone requests for information and assistance.
  • Created documents, reports, and spreadsheets detailing program information.
  • Investigated issues and provided knowledgeable responses to resolve customer concerns.
  • Assisted in the development and implementation of training materials for new Program Support Specialists, improving onboarding efficiency.
  • Implemented best practices in program management, contributing to a consistent record of success across all initiatives.
  • Maintained organized records of project milestones and deliverables, ensuring easy access to crucial information when needed.
  • Demonstrated flexibility and adaptability in the face of changing program requirements, successfully navigating shifts in priorities while maintaining a high level of performance.
  • Provided general program information and assistance.
  • Volunteered to help with special projects of varying degrees of complexity.
  • Increased customer service success rates by quickly resolving issues.
  • Proofread and edited documents for accuracy and grammar.
  • Drafted common document templates to reduce time spent creating documents from scratch.

Marketing Administration Supervisor

Blue Cross and Blue Shield
06.1983 - 04.1990

Coordinated statewide marketing conference

Streamlined communication with marketing offices across the state.

Hired, trained, and managed staff.

Managed incentive program and licensing requirements for marketing representatives


Education

BBA - Risk Management & Insurance

University of Georgia
Athens, GA
12-1979

Skills

  • Strong oral communication skills
  • Conducting personalized learning sessions
  • Employee performance reviews
  • Experienced with Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Research proficiency

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to track and manage overtime; to monitor the in/out-processing of employees; and the awards programs. Resulted in management being able to reduce amount of overtime spent; improve efficiency of the in/out-processing of employees; and the awards programs.
  • Volunteered to lead meetings to plan logistics for CDC Awards Ceremony, which led to me receiving many kudos for a well-run event.
  • Improved efficiency of submitting over 500 time records to payroll bi-weekly by provided detailed guidance to all stakeholders and responding to questions timely.
  • Volunteered to be the Federal Campaign fund raiser and increased participation by 20%.
  • Received highest evaluation on 12 out of 14 of my performance evaluations.
  • Received numerous cash and time off awards for performance with special projects.

Timeline

Program Specialist

Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, CDC
12.2010 - 03.2025

Marketing Administration Supervisor

Blue Cross and Blue Shield
06.1983 - 04.1990

BBA - Risk Management & Insurance

University of Georgia
Catherine ("Katie") Brewer