Angela Valenti
Bradenton,FL
Summary
Accomplished Senior Executive Recruiter at Delta Construction Partners, leveraging expertise in diversity hiring and strategic sourcing to enhance organizational capabilities. Demonstrated success in improving employee satisfaction and retention, with a knack for fostering positive relationships. Achieved significant revenue growth through the placement of high-level executives, showcasing exceptional global talent acquisition skills and a commitment to professional development.
Overview
35
35
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Executive Recruiter
Delta Construction Partners
Florida
09.2019 - 06.2023
- Worked with managers to achieve compliance with organizational policies, providing clarifying information and recommending necessary changes.
- Developed comprehensive process for new hires and reviewed new hire productivity, optimizing onboarding effectiveness.
- Identified and implemented appropriate strategies to increase employee satisfaction and retention.
- Instructed senior leaders on appropriate employee corrective steps.
- Recruited top talent to maximize profitability.
- Actively participated in ongoing professional development activities, staying current with evolving recruitment methodologies and emerging technologies in the industry.
- Increased company revenue through successful placement of high-level executives in various organizations.
- Achieved high levels of client retention by regularly communicating progress updates and maintaining accountability throughout each search assignment.
Jewelry Salesperson
Gold and Diamond Source
St. Petersburg, FL
04.2017 - 08.2019
- Maintained clean and visually appealing store environment, showcasing jewelry pieces effectively for customers.
- Enhanced customer experience with personalized follow-up calls after major purchases or repairs, fostering trust and loyalty among clients.
- Developed loyal customer base through attentive care, ensuring repeat business and word-of-mouth referrals.
- Exceeded individual sales goals consistently by actively engaging with potential buyers both in-person and via digital platforms like social media or email campaigns.
- Enhanced product knowledge with continuous research on industry trends and attending supplier training sessions.
- Increased jewelry sales revenue by implementing personalized customer service and product recommendations.
Assistant Retail Sales Manager
Toffee to Go
Tampa, FL
09.2004 - 01.2016
- Maintained high levels of organization in store by directing customers and replenishing merchandise.
- Handled cash register operations accurately, ensuring proper cash handling procedures were followed at all times.
- Collaborated with retail sales manager to develop promotional events that boosted store revenue.
- Supported visual merchandising efforts by creating attractive displays that showcased featured products and promotions effectively.
- Trained new employees on store policies, procedures, and customer service techniques to ensure seamless integration into the team.
- Contributed to reaching monthly sales targets by identifying opportunities to upsell or cross-sell products during customer interactions.
- Streamlined inventory management processes, resulting in a more organized stock room and easier product location for staff.
- Maintained a clean, welcoming store environment to enhance customer experience and encourage repeat business.
- Achieved sales goals and service targets by cultivating and securing new customer relationships.
- Built relationships with customers and community to establish long-term business growth.
Elementary School Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
Nampa, ID
08.1988 - 06.1998
- Established open communication and positive relationships with students, parents, peers, and administrative staff.
- Maintained knowledge of school curricula, standards and policies to correctly prepare students for higher grade levels.
- Contributed to school-wide initiatives aimed at improving overall student achievement, participating in professional development workshops and collaborating with colleagues on best practices.
- Designed and presented lesson plans in one or more academic subjects using variety of teaching techniques to appeal to various learning styles within assigned grade level.
- Created supportive and inclusive learning environments, fostering positive classroom atmospheres supporting student growth and learning.
- Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
- Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
- Created lesson plans to correlate with state curriculum standards and devised educational programs to meet educational objectives.
- Integrated technology and multimedia tools into lessons to enhance student learning.
- Adapted lessons to differentiate instruction and meet students' diverse learning needs and abilities.
- Prepared and administered grade-specific tests and examinations regulated by school district to monitor students' growth and to report progress to parents.
- Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
- Implemented engaging hands-on activities to reinforce fundamental concepts, resulting in increased student motivation and participation.
- Improved student comprehension by utilizing differentiated instruction techniques customized for diverse learning needs.
- Collaborated with fellow teachers to develop interdisciplinary lesson plans, enhancing students'' understanding of various subjects.
- Maintained student portfolios to monitor learning progress and completion of work required for promotion to next grade level.
- Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
- Developed and executed thematic units, fostering cohesive and immersive learning environment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida
Tampa, FL05-1987
Skills
- Diversity Hiring
- Global Talent Acquisition
- Resume Screening
- Strategic Sourcing
Timeline
Senior Executive Recruiter
Delta Construction Partners
09.2019 - 06.2023
Jewelry Salesperson
Gold and Diamond Source
04.2017 - 08.2019
Assistant Retail Sales Manager
Toffee to Go
09.2004 - 01.2016
Elementary School Teacher
Hillsborough County School District
08.1988 - 06.1998
Bachelor of Science - Elementary Education
University of South Florida