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Aven Downs

Athens,USA

Summary

Qualified consulting and change management with solid experience in supporting project tasks and contributing to team goals. Assisted in successful execution of various projects, showcasing organizational and multitasking skills. Demonstrated proficiency in communication and time management. Dynamic and innovative, with a proven track record at LocatorX, where I streamlined workflows and enhanced compliance through performance management systems. Excelled in leveraging Microsoft Office and ADP for strategic financial planning and operational efficiency. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and teamwork, driving organizational goals and fostering a culture of collaboration.

Overview

2
2
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

People and Culture Intern

LocatorX
10.2024 - Current
  • Implemented performance management systems, streamlining staff workflows and enhancing focus on high-priority assignments.
  • Conducted talent searches and succession planning, applying industry knowledge to ensure alignment with organizational goals.
  • Organized and maintained legal documents for compliance, ensuring adherence to regulations and updating the employee handbook as needed.
  • Utilized Excel to create cost projections for potential merit-based and sales commission plans, aiding in strategic decision-making and financial planning.
  • Gained hands-on experience with various software programs, enhancing technical proficiency and expanding the skill set relevant to HR and compliance functions.

Intern

Absolute Ambassador
08.2024 - Current
  • Represented Absolute Internship at six university events and recruitment fairs, inspiring students to pursue international work experiences and promoting program sales.
  • Conducted five informational Q&A sessions, leveraging personal networks to encourage student enrollment, resulting in 10 successful signups.
  • Developed and shared engaging social media content and reviews to raise awareness and attract participants, while presenting at conferences and in classrooms to disseminate knowledge about the program.
  • Successfully referred students, earning bonuses and recognition for significantly driving program enrollment.

Consulting Advisor Intern

Ideas for Change
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Conducted comprehensive research on various sectors to identify future trends, key movers and potential profit opportunities
  • Created detailed industry frameworks using Canva, showcasing sector, industry, environment interconnectedness and potential radical changes
  • Developed innovative business ideas by identifying key system changes, potential expansions, and emerging startups in relevant directions
  • Secured and conducted 10 meetings with companies via linked in to present comprehensive slide shows with roadmaps, discussing strategic changes and future growth with senior executives

Financial Representative Intern

Northwestern Mutual
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Used marketing and language to complete 100 dials each week and set discovery and closing meetings
  • Completed Life and Health insurance certification along with long-term care, accident, and annuities certifications
  • Attended development meetings to learn financial software, Northwestern’s products, current economic situations, and best practices
  • Maintained business operations by growing clientele base, networking, scheduling meetings, completing financial plans, and improving clients’ current financial situation

Human Resources Intern

Pactiv Evergreen
06.2022 - 12.2023
  • Educated 15 job applicants per week by facilitating job fairs, scheduling phone calls and hosting walk-in hours
  • Accomplished onboarding 5 candidates a week by conducting pre-hire paperwork, background checks, new hire orientation and training courses
  • Streamlined attendance systems by cutting down attendance time from 2 hours a day to 1 hour a day by creating report-outs from ADP linked to an excel sheet
  • Maintained plant operations during HR manager’s retirement by attending weekly meetings, working with cross-functional teams, learning HR systems, and conducting the HR portion of orientation

Intern

Keller Knapp Realty
07.2023 - 08.2023
  • Assisted senior agents in property showings and client interactions, gaining exposure to client needs and preferences.
  • Conducted a comprehensive market analysis of a target neighborhood, identifying investment opportunities and potential risks, which led to a 15% increase in client interest and three successful property acquisitions.

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration - Management

The University of Georgia, Terry College of Business
Athens, GA
05.2025

Bachelor of Psychology -

The University of Georgia, Franklin College
Athens, GA
05.2025

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • ICIMS
  • ADP
  • Sterling
  • Extensis
  • Six Sigma
  • Excel
  • R
  • Problem-Solving
  • Quick Learner
  • Teamwork and Collaboration

community involvement

  • Tutor, UGA NGF Tutors, Taught assigned students Spanish and English, Prepared and reviewed lesson plans.
  • Mentor, Clarke County Mentorship, Visit assigned student once a week, Gauge mentee’s needs.
  • Member, Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority, Engage in philanthropy events, Raised $56,000 for NAMI.

Certification

Yellow Belt Six Sigma

Dean's List


Omega Honors Society

Membership is awarded to greek life members, who maintain a strong GPA while actively contributing to their campus and local communities, highlighting a commitment to scholarship, leadership, and service.

Languages

Spanish
Limited Working

Timeline

People and Culture Intern

LocatorX
10.2024 - Current

Intern

Absolute Ambassador
08.2024 - Current

Consulting Advisor Intern

Ideas for Change
06.2024 - 08.2024

Financial Representative Intern

Northwestern Mutual
01.2024 - 05.2024

Intern

Keller Knapp Realty
07.2023 - 08.2023

Human Resources Intern

Pactiv Evergreen
06.2022 - 12.2023

Bachelor of Business Administration - Management

The University of Georgia, Terry College of Business

Bachelor of Psychology -

The University of Georgia, Franklin College
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