Brenda Clifton
Livingston,TX
Summary
Persistent leader eager to lead and grow the Livingston Polk County Chamber of Commerce that possesses an unmatched familiarity of the Polk County community, our Board of Directors, Ambassadors and member businesses. Possesses a great relationship with city, county and state elected officials and the Alabama Coushatta Tribe of Texas. Experienced in implementation of Chamber events and community outreach designed to promote Chamber initiatives. Collaborative with relentless work ethic.
Overview
33
33
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Director
Livingston Polk County Chamber of Commerce
10.2017 - Current
- Worked closely with organizational leadership to guide operational strategy.
- Forge strong relationships with board members, providing regular updates on organizational progress and soliciting their expertise when needed.
- Built relationships with donors, government officials and other organizations to secure funding and support for organization.
- Collaborated with external organizations including non-profits, businesses and government agencies to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
Owner
B Clifton Delivery, Inc.
10.2006 - 12.2015
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, payroll and tax preparation.
- Hired, trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Owned fleet of 3 delivery trucks and 3 full time employee drivers.
- Tasked with delivery of packages in the Lake Livingston area including the cities of Livingston, Corrigan, Onalaska, Goodrich, Moscow, Seven Oaks, Big Sandy and the Alabama Coushatta Tribe of Texas.
Office Manager / Title Clerk
Clifton Chevrolet, Inc.
04.1992 - 12.2002
- Handled sensitive information with discretion, maintaining confidentiality of company documents and personnel records.
- Provided exceptional customer service when addressing client inquiries or concerns via phone calls or email correspondence.
- Maintained accurate financial records by reconciling accounts payable/receivable transactions regularly to ensure balanced budgets.
- Oversaw office inventory activities by ordering and requisitions and stocking and shipment receiving.
- Processed and filed paperwork related to vehicle sales and ownership transfers.
- Performed title and registration processes including title transfers, license plate transfers and tax documents with accuracy and completeness while insuring compliance of state laws and regulations.
Education
High School Diploma -
Livingston High School
Livingston, TXSkills
- Community engagement
- Program management
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Innovation and creativity
- Business development
- Media relations
- Fundraising expertise
- Community outreach
Timeline
Executive Director
Livingston Polk County Chamber of Commerce
10.2017 - Current
Owner
B Clifton Delivery, Inc.
10.2006 - 12.2015
Office Manager / Title Clerk
Clifton Chevrolet, Inc.
04.1992 - 12.2002
High School Diploma -
Livingston High School
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