Brianna Risley

• I am a Federal Fund Consultant for Charters Schools in update NY. I handle all aspects of Grants (Title 1,2,3&4) I open the grants and file the closeout documents and any amendments or collections that need to handled. I also handle the summer consolidated application to receive their preliminary allocations for the Fiscal school year.
• Created comprehensive reports on project progress and results for clients.
• Advised senior management on strategic planning, financial forecasting, budgeting, operations optimization, organizational design, process reengineering .
• Identified potential risks associated with proposed solutions or projects.
• Provided recommendations based on quantitative data analysis regarding strategic direction.
• Maintained strong relationships with key stakeholders throughout the duration of the project lifecycle.
• Engaged in regular professional development activities such as attending webinars or reading relevant literature in order to stay abreast of current trends in the consulting industry.
• Developed and implemented new procedures to facilitate business growth.
• Collaborated with stakeholders to contribute recommendations and deliver client objectives.
• Provided consultation and training support to clients regarding Grants Finance operation.
• Monitored contract requirements, invoices and receivables to keep books in order.
• Applied techniques to analyze requirements, system capabilities and workflows.
• Implemented strategies to take advantage of new opportunities.
• Set specific goals for projects to measure progress and evaluate end results.
• Organized client meetings to provide project updates.
• Determined consumer needs to provide products and services appealing to larger market.
• Analyzed company's expenditures and developed financial models.
• Audited company's legal documents to verify compliant policies and procedures.

• I sold vacation packages for cold calls.
• Created and implemented procedures for handling customer inquiries and complaints.

I was the top sale representative and sold the most vacations for the company. I ended up becoming the manager and trained the employees.

• I became a cafe and business owner after I graduated high school. I bought the cafe and ran the business. I handled the quick books, front of house staff and training. I also cooked and handled back of house. We catered large parties and events.
• Organized daily operations of cafe, including scheduling staff shifts, ordering supplies, and overseeing food preparation.
• Monitored customer service standards and provided feedback to staff members on performance.
• Maintained financial records for the cafe, such as sales figures and profits and losses.
• Identified potential suppliers and negotiated contracts with vendors for best prices on goods.
• Created weekly promotions to increase customer traffic in the cafe.
• Ensured compliance with health codes by regularly inspecting kitchen area and equipment.
• Trained new employees on proper food handling techniques, safety protocols, and company policies.
• Managed marketing campaigns through social media platforms to reach target customers.
• Reviewed customer feedback surveys to identify areas for improvement in the cafe's offerings or services.
• Resolved customer complaints quickly and efficiently using problem-solving skills.
• Analyzed market trends to determine pricing structure for menu items.
• Established relationships with local businesses and organizations in order to promote events at the cafe.
• Assisted with menu development by testing out recipes before introducing them to customers.
• Planned special events such as wine tastings or live music nights at the cafe.
• Oversaw hiring process for new staff members, conducting interviews and making hiring decisions.
• Provided ongoing training opportunities for existing employees on product knowledge or service techniques.
• Conducted regular inventory checks of food items stored in the kitchen area.
• Performed routine maintenance tasks such as cleaning tables and chairs or restocking supplies.
• Managed operations budgeting, accounts payable and accounts receivable and payroll.
• Improved company's quality and productivity by streamlining systems and processes.
• Kept up-to-date on regulatory changes affecting business operations.
• Set pricing structures according to market analytics and emerging trends.
• Kept records for production, inventory, income and expenses.
• Determined pricing for products or services based on costs and competition.
• Interviewed, trained and supervised employees.
• Promoted business on social media platforms to maximize brand identity and generate revenue.
• Resolved issues quickly through meticulous research and quick decision-making.