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APRIL PATTEE

Lafayette,IN

Summary

Dynamic business operations leader with over 31 years of diverse experience in our family-owned business, NFPT. Expertise includes distribution management, sales, customer service relations, conflict resolution, office management, and financial oversight as Co-CEO and CFO. Demonstrated ability to adapt and thrive in various roles, significantly contributing to the company’s success until its acquisition in 2024. Recently focused on training at Summit Professional Education to facilitate a seamless transition of business operations for NFPT. Committed to fostering team unity that drives exceptional customer service and operational excellence, ready to embark on the next impactful career chapter.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Acqusition Training

Summit Professional Education
10.2024 - 01.2026

Delivered comprehensive training on NFPT processes to equip summit employees for effective acquisition execution.


Office Manager

NFPT
01.2010 - 01.2024
  • Facilitated weekly meetings to ensure project accountability and team alignment.
  • Facilitated subject matter expert meetings to drive test development initiatives.
  • Supported inventory management processes and collaborated with supply vendors to ensure timely deliveries.
  • Maintained proctor engagement to streamline the test order process.
  • Analyzed existing workflows and made improvements as needed.
  • Supported quality assurance processes to maintain product standards. Collaborated with the group to identify and resolve issues. Assisted in testing procedures to ensure compliance with specifications.

Customer Service Representative/Sales

NFPT
1996 - 01.2024
  • Managed inbound call operations for current affiliates and prospective sales leads.
  • Cultivated strategic partnerships with colleges, prisons, and workshop collaborators.
  • Assessed candidate qualifications to establish enrollment eligibility.
  • Ensured secure processing of candidate personal account information.
  • Achieved high accuracy in processing customer orders, contributing to improved customer satisfaction. Enhanced quality assurance by effectively verifying and processing test candidate scores.
  • Facilitated timely handling of support tickets to maintain high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Facilitated troubleshooting and conflict resolution with customers to prevent escalations.

Distribution Manager

NFPT
01.1993 - 01.2008
  • Achieved seamless mailroom operations by optimizing sorting and delivery processes. Improved overall service quality by implementing organized mail handling procedures.
  • Oversaw receivables processing and guaranteed timely fulfillment of deliverables.
  • Achieved optimal inventory levels to enhance operational efficiency. Facilitated timely vendor deliveries to support project timelines. Maintained accurate stock and supplier records to streamline operations.

CEO/CFO

NFPT
2010 - 2024
  • Managed accounts receivables and payables processes efficiently.
  • Managed credit card processing systems to ensure seamless transactions.
  • Executed processing of sales and invoicing for membership renewals.
  • Executed payroll processing utilizing QuickBooks software.
  • Administered government and business accounts through INBiz, INTIME, and ESS, ensuring compliance and client satisfaction.
  • Oversaw maintenance of employee insurance plans, facilitating access to essential health benefits.
  • Conducted routine updates to website content and layout to ensure accuracy and relevance.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership and Supervision

Purdue University
West Lafayette, IN
12-2001

Skills

    Dispute resolution

    Clear and concise communication

    Responsive to change

    Effective problem resolution

    Proficient in addressing a broad client base

    Skilled at prioritizing tasks simultaneously

    Strong attention to detail

Timeline

Acqusition Training

Summit Professional Education
10.2024 - 01.2026

Office Manager

NFPT
01.2010 - 01.2024

Distribution Manager

NFPT
01.1993 - 01.2008

Customer Service Representative/Sales

NFPT
1996 - 01.2024

CEO/CFO

NFPT
2010 - 2024

Bachelor of Science - Organizational Leadership and Supervision

Purdue University
APRIL PATTEE