Ariana Stranko
Houston,TX
Summary
Market Intelligence Assistant with a strong background in market analysis and data visualization at Smith and Associates. Successfully generated reports that enhance internal communication and drive strategic decision-making. Expertise in CRM tools and fostering collaboration within teams in the semiconductor industry. Dedicated to providing insights that positively impact business outcomes.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Market Intelligence Assistant
Smith and Associates
Houston, TX
06.2024 - 04.2025
- Managed company emails and monitored website chatbot interactions.
- Utilized CRM to assess account activity status, identifying active and inactive accounts
- Created reports on geopolitical issues, raw material availability, and sustainability trends in the semiconductor industry, analyzing data to identify key trends and business impacts.
- Revised the Market at a Glance report to improve internal communication, summarizing key updates on ICs, memory, AI, geopolitics, and raw materials to aid in strategic decision-making.
- Gathered quarterly earnings calls and conducted a comprehensive competitor analysis report.
- Developed lead generation plans aimed at potential business
- Discussed developments in semiconductor market on company internal podcast weekly
- Oversaw all social media platforms for industry news
Accounting Assistant
Smith and Associates
Houston, TX
09.2022 - 06.2024
- Inputted freight data into Workchain software.
- Organized all bills into filing room cabinets.
- Worked closely with auditors during year-end audits to provide necessary documentation.
- Handled accounts payable invoicing and payment processing.
- Coded invoices to maintain organized and accurate records.
- Assisted with month-end and year-end close processes, preparing necessary journal entries.
- Assisted sister company ServerMonkey with financial processing tasks.
Entered invoices into NetSuite for accurate record-keeping.
Printed and mailed checks after processing entries in NetSuite.
Receptionist
Smith and Associates
Houston, TX
06.2022 - 09.2022
- Answered incoming calls, took messages, and transferred calls to appropriate departments or personnel.
- Secured office supplies to keep workspace fully equipped with essential items
- Coordinated ordering of fruit and snacks for all U.S. locations
- Monitored inbound and outbound packages arriving at Hong Kong and Amsterdam offices.
- Greeted visitors entering establishment to determine nature and purpose of visit.
- Managed logistics for pick-up and delivery of express mail services.
- Handled mail distribution, including sorting and forwarding incoming mail.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Houston
Houston, TX12-2025
Business Administration
Luzerne County Community College
Nanticoke, PA05-2022
Skills
- Market analysis
- Data visualization
- Proficient in CRM
- Financial reporting
- Customer relationship management
- Report generation
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Zoominfo Certification
- Sales Navigator Certification
- HubSpot Inbound Leads Certification
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Market Intelligence Assistant
Smith and Associates
06.2024 - 04.2025
Accounting Assistant
Smith and Associates
09.2022 - 06.2024
Receptionist
Smith and Associates
06.2022 - 09.2022
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Houston
Business Administration
Luzerne County Community College
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