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Alana Gustafson

Saint Cloud,MN

Summary

Detail-oriented Administrative Support Specialist with strong verbal communication and strategic planning skills. Proven ability to manage complex schedules and coordinate successful initiatives, driving efficiency and enhancing team collaboration.

Detail-oriented administrative support specialist with strong skills in calendar management and strategic planning. Proven ability to enhance team performance and improve customer relations through effective communication and project coordination.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience

Work History

Nursery Attendant

First United Methodist Church of St. Cloud
Saint Cloud, MN
12.2024 - Current
  • Supervised children's activities to ensure safety and engagement in nursery environment.

Administrative Support Specialist

Anderson Trucking Services Inc.
Saint Cloud, MN
10.2024 - Current
  • Coordinate and facilitate bi-weekly driver engagement meetings alongside executive leadership, fostering communication and strengthening driver relations
  • Manage executive scheduling and calendar coordination, ensuring efficient planning and alignment across departments
  • Oversee independent contractor truck insurance renewals, including data entry, verification, and communication with drivers
  • Lead planning and execution of Driver Appreciation Week, including budgeting, vendor coordination, gift procurement, and distribution logistics
  • Process monthly truck and insurance billing, ensuring accuracy and timely completion
  • Support contract administration by distributing agreements to appropriate stakeholders and incorporating standard addendums into broker-carrier contracts
  • Maintain and update records within the RFI portal to ensure compliance and accurate contract tracking
  • Conduct annual customer audits to verify documentation, compliance, and contractual obligations
  • Coordinate document routing and e-signature processes with internal departments and external customers
  • Review and assist in approving Certificates of Insurance (COIs) to ensure compliance with company standards
  • Assist with budgeting and financial tracking for driver-focused initiatives and programs
  • Ensure accurate entry and maintenance of truck insurance and driver health insurance information within internal systems

Branch Manager

College Works Painting
Saint Cloud, MN
02.2024 - 09.2024
  • Managed a team of painters, providing training and mentorship to enhance performance.
  • Oversaw daily branch operations, ensuring adherence to company standards and policies.
  • Developed and implemented strategies to improve customer satisfaction and service efficiency.
  • Analyzed project timelines and budgets, optimizing resource allocation for profitability.
  • Established strong relationships with clients, addressing concerns to foster loyalty and repeat business.
  • Coordinated scheduling of projects, balancing workload among team members effectively.
  • Sold and produced over $100,000 of revenue over the course of a 5-month period while maintaining a full-time academic schedule. During this time, was responsible for all elements of marketing, lead generation, sales, customer service and managing 8 full-time employees, job site coordinator, project management, and cost/quality control.

Material Handler II

Marvin Windows And Doors, Inc.
Warroad, MN
10.2021 - 08.2023

Diligent and detail-oriented Material Handler with a track record of efficiently managing the flow of materials in a fast paced environment. Able to operate various material handling equipment including paint spray guns and organizing materials for the processing center. Ability to operate various material handling equipment.

Education

High School Diploma -

Warroad High School
Warroad, MN

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
12-2026

Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management

Saint Cloud State University
Saint Cloud, MN
12-2026

Skills

  • Verbal communication
  • File organization
  • Scheduling appointments
  • Telephone reception
  • Administrative procedures
  • Strategic planning
  • Spreadsheet creation
  • Calendar management
  • Meeting planning

Timeline

Nursery Attendant

First United Methodist Church of St. Cloud
12.2024 - Current

Administrative Support Specialist

Anderson Trucking Services Inc.
10.2024 - Current

Branch Manager

College Works Painting
02.2024 - 09.2024

Material Handler II

Marvin Windows And Doors, Inc.
10.2021 - 08.2023

High School Diploma -

Warroad High School

Bachelor of Arts - Psychology

Saint Cloud State University

Bachelor of Science - Human Resource Management

Saint Cloud State University
Alana Gustafson