Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Additional Information
Certification
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Belinda Little

Wilmington,NC

Summary

Dynamic individual with hands-on experience in office management, event management and a talent for navigating challenges. Brings strong problem-solving skills and proactive approach to new tasks. Known for adaptability, creativity, and results-oriented mindset. Committed to making meaningful contributions and advancing organizational goals.

Demonstrates strong analytical, communication, and teamwork skills, with proven ability to quickly adapt to new environments. Eager to contribute to team success and further develop professional skills. Brings positive attitude and commitment to continuous learning and growth.

Overview

33
33
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Lifeguard

YMCA Southeast North Carolina
01.2025 - Current
  • Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
  • Ensured swimmer safety by vigilantly monitoring pool area and enforcing rules.
  • Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
  • Provided friendly customer service to guests and addressed concerns.

Lead Swim Instructor

City Of Carlsbad - Official
05.2024 - 10.2024
  • Collaborated with fellow instructors to create a cohesive learning environment and ensure consistent teaching methods across all classes.
  • Enhanced swimmer abilities by developing and implementing comprehensive lesson plans tailored to individual needs.
  • Provided support for swimmers with disabilities or special needs, ensuring an inclusive experience that accommodates individual requirements.
  • Mentored junior instructors in their professional development by sharing expertise in lesson planning, coaching strategies, and class management techniques.

Executive Assitant to CEO

Ms. Sparky Electric, Inc
10.2020 - 10.2024
  • Enhanced customer satisfaction by streamlining communication channels and improving response times.
  • Developed innovative solutions to complex problems, resulting in improved organizational performance.
  • Reviewed employee concerns and new opportunities to drive business strategies.
  • Mentored junior staff members for accelerated career growth, developing future leaders within the organization.

Event and Donor Relations Coordinator

Rady Children's Hospital
01.2008 - 12.2020
  • Coordinate all special events at the hospital for patients, including well known sports figures, musicians, Disney princesses, and Olympic athletes.
  • Writing experience includes briefing documents, scripts, hospital policy, donor background stories, solicitations, and social media pieces.
  • Enhanced donor engagement by implementing personalized communication and acknowledgment strategies.
  • Monitored compliance with ethical guidelines in all aspects of development work including prospecting, solicitation, recognition, and stewardship practices.
  • Organized successful donor events, fostering a sense of community and enhancing long-term support.
  • Implemented effective stewardship plans that deepened relationships with major gift donors, leading to increased retention rates.

Administrative Assistant

Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego
01.2019 - 11.2020
  • Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Supported executive staff through scheduling meetings, coordinating travel arrangements, and preparing crucial documents.

Fitness Instructor

LA Fitness
01.2001 - 06.2020
  • Educated gym members on proper form and technique during workouts, reducing the risk of injury while maximizing results.
  • Promoted a positive workout environment by fostering strong relationships with clients, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
  • Designed innovative fitness plans to keep clients engaged.
  • Remained current with fitness trends and techniques to provide latest and most impactful workouts for clients.

Personal /Executive Assistant

Straeter Family Trust
01.2004 - 01.2008
  • Supervise all facets of family business and personal affairs, including party planning.
  • Utilization of budgeting, communication, and scheduling skills for desired outcomes
  • Managed business correspondence as well as house and office staff

Instructional Designer

Lightspan Partnership, Inc
01.1994 - 01.1995
  • Enhanced e-learning experience by designing interactive and engaging instructional materials.
  • Implemented successful instructional design projects from concept to completion within budget and time constraints.
  • Facilitated team collaboration during design meetings, providing constructive feedback on proposed ideas and concepts.

Teacher

Fordham University
01.1993 - 01.1994
  • Curriculum development and teaching of "at-risk" high school students

Elementary Teacher

School District of Philadelphia
01.1992 - 01.1994
  • Implement multi-cultural humanities curriculum in an urban setting

Education

M.A. - Interactive Telecommunications

New York University
05.1991

B.A. - Political Science

University of Pennsylvania
05.1988

Skills

  • Strong communicator
  • Operations management
  • Executive support
  • Interpersonal skills
  • Customer-oriented
  • Donor stewardship
  • Nonprofit experience
  • Fundraising strategies
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Problem-solving abilities
  • Water safety expertise
  • Patience and empathy

Accomplishments

  • Consistently achieve deadlines and optimize workflow through efficient team collaboration.
  • Fiscal Management - Managed all financial activities for business.
  • Coordinated weekly project team meetings and drafted agendas to increase meeting efficiency.
  • Awarded "Employee of the Month" for delivering outstanding administrative support.
  • Collaborated with team of 20+ in the development of successful donor events.
  • Event Planning - Successfully planned and executed corporate meetings, lunches and special events for groups of 100+ employees.
  • Computer Proficiency - Created PowerPoint presentations that were successfully used for business development.
  • Policy Development - Developed and implemented employee manual outlining all proper business procedures and office policies.

Additional Information

  • Skills: Teaching skills, customer service skills, mentoring skills, organizational skills, leadership skills, managerial skills, public speaking skills, public relation skills, social media skills, strategic planning skills, and training skills
  • Computer Literacy: Able to navigate and conduct research on the internet, able to use Microsoft Operating Systems, proficient in Microsoft Office applications, proficient with Raisers Edge donor software

Certification

  • First Aid/CPR Certified
  • Water Safety Instructor (Red Cross)

Timeline

Lifeguard

YMCA Southeast North Carolina
01.2025 - Current

Lead Swim Instructor

City Of Carlsbad - Official
05.2024 - 10.2024

Executive Assitant to CEO

Ms. Sparky Electric, Inc
10.2020 - 10.2024

Administrative Assistant

Rady Children's Hospital Of San Diego
01.2019 - 11.2020

Event and Donor Relations Coordinator

Rady Children's Hospital
01.2008 - 12.2020

Personal /Executive Assistant

Straeter Family Trust
01.2004 - 01.2008

Fitness Instructor

LA Fitness
01.2001 - 06.2020

Instructional Designer

Lightspan Partnership, Inc
01.1994 - 01.1995

Teacher

Fordham University
01.1993 - 01.1994

Elementary Teacher

School District of Philadelphia
01.1992 - 01.1994

B.A. - Political Science

University of Pennsylvania

M.A. - Interactive Telecommunications

New York University