Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
References
Volunteer Experience
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Patricia Harper

Lake Charles,LA

Summary

Dynamic and results-oriented professional with extensive experience in client relations and sales. Demonstrates exceptional communication, interpersonal and organizational skills to complete tasks. Warm and empathetic, enhancing client satisfaction and fostering positive relationships. Proven track record in fast-paced environments, adept at maintaining confidentiality and delivering exceptional service. Quickly adapts to new challenges, ensuring a welcoming atmosphere for all clients. Reliable with a good work ethic and the ability to quickly adapt to new tasks and environments.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience

Work History

Receptionist

KENNY FUSELIER, LLC
11.2020 - 09.2024

-Welcomed clients and ensured a positive first impression

-Delegated clients to appropriate salespersons based on their needs

-Followed up with clients to address inquiries and maintain relationships

-Updated correspondence and maintained accurate client communication records.

Consultant/Sales Associate

Michael Paul's/
02.2020 - 03.2020

-Business Closed due to Covid-19.

Consultant/Sales Associate

Vows by Victoria
08.2018 - 01.2020

-Consulted with clients on services and products to meet their needs.

-Scheduled appointments to discuss offerings and address clients concerns.

-Conducted follow up work with clients to ensure satisfaction and ongoing support.


Receptionist/Sales Associate

Kenny Fusilier, LLC
10.2016 - 01.2018

-Welcomed clients and ensured a positive interaction.

-Answered phone calls and delegated to the appropriate sales person.

-Followed up with client to address any inquires and maintain relationships.

-Organized and updated correspondence to keep communication records accurate.

-Sorted and delivered mail to appropriate departments or individuals.

Consultant/Sales Associate

Bella Bridals
06.2016 - 10.2016

-Served as a salesperson, promoting and selling products/services to meet client needs

-Consulted with clients on services and products to meet their needs

-Scheduled appointments to discuss offerings and address clients concerns

-Conducted follow-up work with clients to ensure satisfaction and ongoing support.

Office/Property Manager

Pecan Acres & Acadian Oaks
05.2010 - 10.2014

-Leased properties and managed all related paperwork, including applications, leases and filing

-Scheduled maintenance, cleaning and conducted property inspections

-Managed monthly rent rolls, collections, lease renewals, and vacate notices

-Made property deposits and completed daily and monthly financial reports

-Obtained bids for special projects to ensure cost efficiency

-Monitored property costs and preformed comparison for market evaluation

-Prepared legal documents and case material for attorney review and use

-Preformed all office duties, including handling deposits, maintaining charge accounts and handling problem accounts

-Organized and maintained financial records and correspondence

-Managed filing systems and general office tasks

-Assisted in sales operations when needed.

Office Manager

Gordon's Drug and Gifts
09.2009 - 05.2010

-Preformed all office duties including: handling deposits, maintaining charge accounts and handling problem accounts.

-Organized and maintained financial records and correspondence.

-Managed filing systems.

-General office tasks.

-Assisted in sales operations as needed.

Regional Wholesale Representative/District Manager

Al's Formal Wear
02.2005 - 03.2009

-Managed 8 stores, including scheduling, hiring and training staff

-Managed over 300 accounts to drive company revenue growth

-Leveraged sales and marketing expertise to expand client base and retain clients

-Maintained a high level of trust and loyalty with clients

-Opened new accounts and nurtured long-term business relationships

-Trained staff on revenue-building strategies, emphasizing the importance of fostering community relations

-Managed all areas of business, including building community relations

-Educated clients on available products and promoted them

-Organized and promoted fashion shows

-Handled promotions, advertising, purchasing and all aspects of office management

-Properly executed all documents and paperwork

-Sold properties

-Worked and maintained customer relations

-Oversaw all aspects of the business, including hospitality, marketing, purchasing, paperwork and banking.

Owner

Pat's Tuxedo Rentals
12.1991 - 12.2005

-Managed all areas of business, including building community relations.

-Educated clients on available products and promoted them.

-Organized and promoted fashion shows.

-Handled promotions, advertising, purchasing and all aspects of business management.

Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker
11.2002 - 11.2004

-Properly executed all documents and paperwork.

-Sold properties.

-Worked and maintained customer relations.

Owner

Adelaide's Bed and Breakfast
01.1999 - 05.2004

-Managed all aspects of the business, including hospitality, marketing, purchasing, paperwork and banking.

Education

LICENSED REAL ESTATE LICENSEE IN REAL ESTATE -

LOUISIANA REAL ESTATE
01.2001

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN BUSINESS -

MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY
05.1973

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN BUSINESS -

LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY SHREVEPORT
01.1970

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN BUSINESS -

NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY
01.1969

Skills

-Empathetic and lively

-Excellent communication skills

-Known for delivering genuine and hospitable professionalism

-Dedicated to ensuring a welcoming environment while maintaining strict confidentiality

-Positive attitude

-Exceptional service to every interaction

-Responsible, Reliable and Accountable

-To follow instruction and learn quickly

References

-Rhonda Kleckley, Owner Accessory Zone, rhondakleckley@gmail.com, (337)493-8529


-Mary Kaye Eason, Calcasieu Parish Policy Jury, District 8 , marykayeeason@yahoo.com,(337) 263-0352


-Dorothy McDaniel, Owner & President Dollar Electric, missdot4112@aol.com, (337)477-9882


-Donna Fertitta, Retired District Manger Child Welfare Programs, donna1128@suddenlink.net, (337) 912-5191


-Lester Langley, Owner Langley, Williams & Co., LLC, llangley@lwcpafirm.com, (337)540-7762


Volunteer Experience

-OUR LADY QUEEN OF HEAVEN CHURCH, Lake Charles, LA, 01/2018, 12/2018

-BUCCANEER'S, Lake Charles, LA, 01/2005, 12/2005

-HAMILTON MEDICAL CENTER, Lafayette, LA, 01/2003, 12/2003

-HABITAT FOR HUMANITY, Lake Charles, LA, 01/2002, 03/2002

-CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, Lake Charles, LA, 01/2000, 12/2000

Timeline

Receptionist

KENNY FUSELIER, LLC
11.2020 - 09.2024

Consultant/Sales Associate

Michael Paul's/
02.2020 - 03.2020

Consultant/Sales Associate

Vows by Victoria
08.2018 - 01.2020

Receptionist/Sales Associate

Kenny Fusilier, LLC
10.2016 - 01.2018

Consultant/Sales Associate

Bella Bridals
06.2016 - 10.2016

Office/Property Manager

Pecan Acres & Acadian Oaks
05.2010 - 10.2014

Office Manager

Gordon's Drug and Gifts
09.2009 - 05.2010

Regional Wholesale Representative/District Manager

Al's Formal Wear
02.2005 - 03.2009

Real Estate Agent

Coldwell Banker
11.2002 - 11.2004

Owner

Adelaide's Bed and Breakfast
01.1999 - 05.2004

Owner

Pat's Tuxedo Rentals
12.1991 - 12.2005

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN BUSINESS -

MCNEESE STATE UNIVERSITY

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN BUSINESS -

LOUISIANA STATE UNIVERSITY SHREVEPORT

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE (B.S.) IN BUSINESS -

NORTHEASTERN STATE UNIVERSITY

LICENSED REAL ESTATE LICENSEE IN REAL ESTATE -

LOUISIANA REAL ESTATE
Patricia Harper