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Andrea Strahan

Greenwood Village,CO

Summary

Communications professional with more than a decade of experience in corporate, university and agency settings, and almost a decade of volunteer experience in the church and school settings. Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong worth ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills. Hardworking employee with customer service, multitasking and time management abilities. Devoted to giving every customer a positive and memorable experience. Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Hardworking and reliable [Job Title] with strong ability in [Task]. Offering [Skill] and [Skill]. Highly organized, proactive and punctual with team-oriented mentality. Motivated professional offering [Degree] in [Area of study]. Adds value to any organization in need of great collaboration, interpersonal and multitasking abilities. Meets tight deadlines.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Special Events Volunteer

Vienna Presbyterian Church
Vienna, VA
01.2015 - 06.2022
  • Assisted with organizing and setting up for special events.
  • Provided support to event coordinators in the preparation of materials and supplies.
  • Greeted guests at events, distributed information, answered questions, and provided directions.
  • Maintained a professional attitude while interacting with attendees.
  • Assisted with clean-up after the conclusion of each event.
  • Provided assistance to event staff as needed throughout the duration of an event.
  • Worked closely with other volunteers on assigned tasks during special events.
  • Tended to patrons with special needs by offering additional assistance.

Sunday School Teacher

Friendship Class
01.2015 - 06.2022
  • Organized and facilitated Sunday School classes for children ages 4 to 12 years old.
  • Provided weekly lessons based on Biblical teachings and stories.
  • Assisted in the development of lesson plans, activities, and crafts.
  • Ensured a safe environment by supervising students at all times.
  • Supported special events such as field trips and holiday parties for students.
  • Used various instructional methods such as lectures, discussions, audio-visual presentations, role-playing exercises.
  • Created an inclusive environment where each student felt respected and valued.
  • Facilitated small groups or one-on-one sessions with students who needed additional help.
  • Prepared and presented Sunday School lessons, utilizing teacher guide and other creative resources.
  • Maintained safe environment for children and teachers by upholding church policies.
  • Developed lesson plans according to Church's curriculum and general bible study.
  • Attended missionary trips to various areas to help natives learn about religion and complete charity work.
  • Organized charity and fundraising events to raise money for great cause.

Book Fair Volunteer

- 01.2022
  • Collaborated with other volunteers to create a positive work environment.
  • Provided guidance and support to fellow volunteers during their shifts.
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
  • Helped with prep, set up, and breakdown of community and public events.
  • Greeted guests and offered assistance in finding specific departments or personnel.
  • Maintained accurate records and documented client data in company databases.

General Manager, Field Sales Development

DISH Network
01.2008 - 01.2009
  • Managed three-member Corporate Support Team, including national trainer, business analyst and special projects coordinator
  • Liaised with account managers to ensure field reps provided adequate support for Telco and national account needs
  • Oversaw delivery of weekly and monthly value reports for internal and external groups
  • Helped plan semi-annual field manager meetings.

Program Manager, Retail Training & Communications

DISH Network
01.2006 - 01.2008
  • Project management including tracking schedules, issues and tasks
  • Specific programs include DishREWARDS, quarterly promotions training, and serving as team point-of-contact for all Alliance Partner training needs
  • Oversaw development, execution and analysis of first-ever Retailer Roundtables at a Team Summit conference
  • Oversaw projects and produced collateral for several dozen retailer conference deliverables, including the web registration web site, retailer and employee communications, and Retailer Notebook content
  • Produced over 50 communications in support off the DishREWARDS employee incentive program; assisted with incentive business rule development, and provided ongoing support for program participants
  • In support quarterly promotions changes, helped manage all training and communications activities, including creation of instructor-led PowerPoint, creation of video scripts, development of Job Aids and assistance with Retailer Development Forum content; also developed quarterly promotions spreadsheet of deliverables to facilitate communication among all groups that participate in quarterly promotions activities
  • Mentor for 2008 Summer Internship Program
  • Retail Services Department Employee of the Month, February 2008.

Marketing Communications Manager

Quality Built
Aurora, CO
09.2005 - 01.2006
  • Developed copy and managed oversight of new company marketing collateral including sales presentations, e-mail blasts, direct mail, press announcements and company brochures/sales flyers
  • Established media list development and developed supporting press announcement materials (e.g., executive bios, FAQs)
  • Researched budget for PR services including media database and clipping services.

Communications Specialist to the President

University of Texas Medical Branch
Galveston, Texas
11.2002 - 05.2005
  • Provided strategic communications support for institution’s president
  • Crafted presentations, talking points and other communications for president in support of institutional fund-raising, outreach and employee events
  • Produced content for presidential web sites
  • Wrote bylined articles on behalf of the president
  • Provided advance and on-site support for president’s speaking engagements
  • Served as liaison with special events, A/V services, development staff and other departments throughout institution to ensure smooth flow of information in support of president’s activities.

Public Relations Manager

IBM
Austin, TX
01.2000 - 01.2002
  • Prepared PR campaigns and programs for Tivoli Storage Software Group, including coordination of press packages and briefings between executives and members of the press
  • Crafted press releases, and background materials including fact sheets, FAQs, talking points and PowerPoint presentations
  • Established relationships with management team for product focus areas, advising management team on all communications efforts.

Communications Manager

eCommercesoft
Austin, TX
01.1999 - 01.2000
  • Produced press releases, company background materials, sales documents and communication plans
  • Coordinated company events, including media outreach and logistics
  • Assisted in development of company sales proposals and RFP responses.

Administrative & Political Action Cmte. (PAC) Coordinator

American Council of Life Insurance Inc.
Washington, DC
01.1998 - 01.1999
  • Coordinated meeting and event planning activities: budgeting, registration, catering and site logistics
  • Assisted in the creation of sales proposals and executive presentations
  • Coordinated scheduling of management calendars.

Junior Account Executive

Fleishman-Hillard
Washington, DC
01.1996 - 01.1998
  • Coordinated communications efforts for multiple clients including developing media lists, performing press call-downs, managing editorial calendars, and drafting press releases and media alerts
  • Developed press relationships and coordinated client interviews with reporters.

Outreach/Call-downs

World Vision Global 6K Walk for Water

Board Member

Belong

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, College of Journalism

University of Maryland
College Park, MD
05-1996

Skills

  • writing
  • research
  • relationship building
  • event planning
  • Venue Selection
  • Logistics Management
  • Vendor Coordination
  • Event Setup
  • Cash Register Operation
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Problem-Solving Aptitude
  • Analytical Skills
  • Venue Preparation
  • Relationship Building
  • Customer Service Management
  • Interpersonal Skills
  • Team Collaboration
  • Multitasking
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Excellent Communication
  • Attention to Detail
  • Written Communication
  • Task Prioritization
  • Organizational Skills
  • volunteer mgmt

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 02/06/1924

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Special Events Volunteer

Vienna Presbyterian Church
01.2015 - 06.2022

Sunday School Teacher

Friendship Class
01.2015 - 06.2022

General Manager, Field Sales Development

DISH Network
01.2008 - 01.2009

Program Manager, Retail Training & Communications

DISH Network
01.2006 - 01.2008

Marketing Communications Manager

Quality Built
09.2005 - 01.2006

Communications Specialist to the President

University of Texas Medical Branch
11.2002 - 05.2005

Public Relations Manager

IBM
01.2000 - 01.2002

Communications Manager

eCommercesoft
01.1999 - 01.2000

Administrative & Political Action Cmte. (PAC) Coordinator

American Council of Life Insurance Inc.
01.1998 - 01.1999

Junior Account Executive

Fleishman-Hillard
01.1996 - 01.1998

Book Fair Volunteer

- 01.2022

Outreach/Call-downs

World Vision Global 6K Walk for Water

Board Member

Belong

Bachelor of Arts - Public Relations, College of Journalism

University of Maryland
Andrea Strahan