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Amy Coon

Kalamazoo,MI

Summary

Highly motivated professional seeking to re-enter the workforce after years of managing a personal household. Proven organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills align well with the requirements of the Kalamazoo College Office Coordinator - Event Assistant position, ensuring efficient and successful office coordination and event management.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

President Mattawan Athletic Boosters

Volunteer Work
Mattawan, MI
09.2018 - 05.2024
  • Managed all fundraising activities (corporate sponsorships, annual on-line auction, concessions, spirit shop, personalized yard signs), increasing funds raised by 261% from $28,482 in 2017/18 to $102,927 in 2023/24.
  • Organized and executed quarterly board and community meetings, ensuring effective communication and strategic planning.
  • Maintained and updated WordPress website, Gmail account, and social media pages to enhance community engagement.

President Eagle Lake Association

Volunteer Work
Mattawan, MI
05.2015 - 05.2024
  • Collaborated with local and state politicians to address the Eagle Lake flooding crisis.
  • Organized and managed quarterly board meetings and the annual general member meeting.
  • Coordinated weed treatments on Eagle Lake and supported the social committee with various neighborhood events.

Content Creator

Self-employed
Mattawan, MI
01.2019 - 01.2021
  • Developed and managed a lifestyle blog, overseeing WordPress website, Gmail account, and social media platforms.
  • Utilized Canva to design engaging templates for blog posts and social media content.

Account Manager

Kraft Foods Global
Kalamazoo, MI
08.1998 - 05.2007
  • Used excellent verbal skills to engage customers in conversation and effectively determine needs and requirements.
  • Negotiated contracts with clients to maximize profitability.
  • Attended trade shows and conferences as a representative of the company.
  • Utilized problem-solving skills when dealing with difficult customers.
  • Developed and implemented account plans to increase revenue and market share within designated sectors.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Michigan
Ann Arbor, MI
04-1998

Skills

  • Confident Oral Communication
  • Effective Project Management
  • Logical Reasoning Skills
  • Effective Time Management
  • Simultaneous Project Coordination
  • Thoroughness in Work
  • Event planning
  • Team leadership
  • Collaborative Decision-Making
  • Friendly, positive attitude
  • Quick Learner

Hobbies

  • Golf
  • Pickleball
  • Reading
  • Attending Sporting Events

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Content Creator

Self-employed
01.2019 - 01.2021

President Mattawan Athletic Boosters

Volunteer Work
09.2018 - 05.2024

President Eagle Lake Association

Volunteer Work
05.2015 - 05.2024

Account Manager

Kraft Foods Global
08.1998 - 05.2007

Bachelor of Arts - Communications

University of Michigan

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