Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Philanthropy
Leadership Experience
Websites
Timeline
Generic

Avery Slayton

Seaford,Virginia

Summary

Hardworking and enthusiastic college Senior at James Madison University working towards a B.S. in Communication Studies with a Minor in Human Resources seeking employment. Looking to build upon my leadership skills within a welcoming company culture that will provide me with opportunities to develop sales skills and to have access to professional leadership. Driven to embrace opportunities to assist with projects that will make a difference.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Intern

Turnup Activism
07.2024 - 08.2024
  • Conducted research for various projects, leading to well-informed decisions and successful outcomes.
  • Assisted in the design process for promotional materials which contributed to raising brand awareness among target audiences.
  • Collaborated to a positive team environment by collaborating with fellow interns on projects to bring awareness to topics such as women in business, diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Server

Joe And Mimma's Italian Restaurant
06.2024 - 08.2024
  • Established rapport with regular customers, fostering loyalty through exceptional service.
  • Supported the maintenance of inventory levels by monitoring supplies and communicating needs to management.
  • Boosted overall sales by confidently recommending daily specials and upselling menu items.

Sales Intern

ALKU
01.2024 - 04.2024
  • Support ALKU's divisions by learning the recruitment and account management process.
  • Cold call candidates and clients
  • Learn about candidate and client backgrounds and hiring needs
  • Learn how to make placements in a fast-paced environment

05.2018 - 08.2024
  • Strong, dedicated and loyal work ethic as I have had a summer job since I was 15 years old
  • I have worked as a lifeguard for consecutive summers since 2018, as a nanny as well as a cashier at a local diner.

Education

B.S. in Communication Studies -

James Madison University
Harrisonburg, VA
05.2025

Skills

  • Excellent Customer Service Skills
  • Teamwork Skills
  • Motivated Attitude
  • Excellent Work Ethic
  • Honesty and Integrity
  • Presentations
  • Research
  • Fast Learner
  • Team Collaboration

Philanthropy

Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Harrisonburg, VA, 09/01/21, 05/01/25, CASA is a national association in the US that supports and promotes court-appointed advocates for abused or neglected children, Assist to raise money by organizing events for the Blue Ridge Court Appointed Special Advocates for the past 3 years and will continue to do so such as: all you can eat potatoes, wiffle ball tournaments, fall festivals, apple bobbing and chill contests just to name a few, Perform in an event each year since being at JMU to also raise money for the Arc of Harrisonburg and Rockingham that assists those with intellectual and developmental disabilities

Leadership Experience

  • Social Cabinet Head, Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority, 08/01/23, 05/01/25, Communicate with other campus organizations, alumni and campus facilities regarding new social activities to market within my Sorority
  • Event Planning Assistant, Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority, 08/01/22, 05/01/23, Assist with organizing to orchestrate events for my Sorority, Communicate with organizations affiliated with both on and off campus, Planned an event for more than 400 people, which was my largest task, Provided growth in understanding /respect of linguistics between businesses and my represented organization

Timeline

Intern

Turnup Activism
07.2024 - 08.2024

Server

Joe And Mimma's Italian Restaurant
06.2024 - 08.2024

Sales Intern

ALKU
01.2024 - 04.2024

05.2018 - 08.2024

B.S. in Communication Studies -

James Madison University

Similar Profiles

CREATE PROFILE
Avery Slayton