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Work History
Education
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Caroline Hensley

Mesa Associates, Inc
Knoxville,TN
13
years of professional experience
Proposal coordinator with expertise in streamlining administrative systems and procedures. Superb schedule coordination and project planning abilities. Personable, productive, and communicative.

Work History

Proposal Coordinator/Administrative Specialist

4 Years 4 Months
Mesa Associates, Inc | 04.2022 - Current
  • Coordinated with 5 or more project managers to manage the department's proposal submittal schedule, ensuring timely delivery of proposals each week.
  • Ensured precision and consistency in proposal through careful editing and formatting, some proposals up to $1M+.
  • Input and managed sensitive data across four Excel spreadsheets, delivering weekly reports to supervisors.
  • Composed and sent emails daily to clients and team members, ensuring accurate information delivery and maintaining high attention to detail.
  • Coordinated with event staff & outside vendors to set up 5-10 events per year, including fundraisers.
  • Scheduled and coordinated virtual and in-person meetings and events for a team of 15+ members, managing agendas and ensuring efficient communication.

Event Sales/Event Manager

8 Months
The Barn at Pollard Grove | 09.2025 - 05.2026
  • Prospected new clients monthly and responded to client inquiries, leading to the acquisition of 5 new accounts to increase revenue and bookings.
  • Served as the primary contact for over 10 events, including conducting informative site tours that received positive feedback.
  • Managed event requirements, timelines, and coordinated with 3+ vendors for over 10 weddings, ensuring seamless execution and high client satisfaction.
  • Oversaw setup for up to four events monthly, greeted an average of 70 guests per event, and coordinated vendors to maintain high service quality.
  • Developed adverse weather plans and evacuation plans for emergencies to ensure health and safety compliance.
  • Facilitated collaboration among diverse teams, vendors, and clients to ensure a successful outcome.
  • Resolved scheduling conflicts and unexpected on-site issues for clients and vendors, consistently achieving high client satisfaction ratings.

Shipping Manager

4 Months
Staffmark | 11.2021 - 03.2022
  • Coordinated 5+ daily inbound and outbound shipment logistics, overseeing packaging and dispatching processes using inventory management software, ensuring products were accurately and efficiently sent to customers.
  • Managed documentation and inventory, collaborated with a team of 4 staff and 3 carriers to ensure compliance with regulations and improve operational efficiency.
  • Prepared and managed 7+ shipping documents and customs forms weekly using logistics software to ensure compliance.
  • Ensured adherence to safety, company, and international shipping regulations.

Sales Associate

1 Year 1 Month
Target | 10.2020 - 11.2021
  • Organized and maintained a seasonal inventory of over 500 items, showcasing curated displays that increased customer engagement during key shopping periods.
  • Anticipated customer needs by providing tailored solutions and resolved inquiries promptly, ensuring adherence to brand standards and contributing to a positive customer experience.
  • Assisted an average of 50 guests daily with order delivery and provided product knowledge, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
  • Processed over 100 transactions daily using the Point of Sale (POS) system, managing credit, cash, exchanges, and returns to maintain accurate cash flow.

English Teacher

1 Year 10 Months
Loudon High School | 07.2018 - 05.2020
  • Taught 85 high school students 9th Grade English each year.
  • Designed and implemented 30+ lesson plans on topics such as short stories, ancient texts and grammar, tailoring activities to meet diverse student needs.
  • Tailored assignments and tests for 5+ students with Individualized Education Plans in English and Math, ensuring compliance with learning requirements.
  • Coordinated and conducted 10+ parent-teacher conferences each year and follow-up phone calls, ensuring effective communication with parents and guardians.

Sales Associate

2 Years 8 Months
Abel Gardens | 10.2015 - 06.2018
  • Organized and maintained an inventory of over 300 items while curating seasonal displays, ensuring optimal presentation for customer engagement.
  • Assisted an average of 20 guests daily with order delivery and provided product knowledge, enhancing overall customer satisfaction.
  • Processed an average of 40+ POS transactions daily, including credit, cash, exchanges, and returns, to ensure accurate cash flow.
  • Regularly reviewed and analyzed the latest sales offerings and loyalty programs to enhance customer engagement and improve sales strategies.

Student Caller

2 Months
Tennessee Tech University Alumni Call Center | 05.2015 - 07.2015
  • Contacted over 200 alumni and parents weekly to update contact information, share campus news, and successfully solicited donations, enhancing alumni engagement.
  • Conducted an average of 100 outbound calls daily using provided scripts while maintaining a positive attitude and logging detailed notes in Salesforce.

Camp Counselor

2 Months
Crestridge Camp for Girls | 05.2015 - 07.2015
  • Worked with a team of 10 counselors to implement safety protocols for 60+ campers.
  • Led recreational and educational activities, such as hiking and Bible study, for groups of 10-20 participants, enhancing their engagement and learning experience.
  • Mentored and supported 10 campers, resolving conflicts through effective communication, while ensuring a clean environment by conducting daily facility inspections.
  • Led engaging activities for a group of 10 campers, fostering personal growth and creating a fun learning environment.

Secretary

1 Year 4 Months
Elwood Ervin State Farm | 01.2014 - 05.2015
  • Collaborated with a team of five coworkers to anticipate customer needs and provide high-quality services.
  • Conducted an average of 100 outbound calls daily using provided scripts while maintaining a positive attitude and logging detailed notes in Salesforce.
  • Provided customer service by managing client inquiries daily, processing payments for accounts, and ensuring timely handling of company mail.
  • Displayed consistent, positive attitude towards customers, peers and other personnel, even during high-stress situations.
  • Handled customer calls daily to resolve issues and answer questions, achieving an average resolution time of under 10 minutes.
  • Provided emotional support to customers experiencing catastrophic situations by actively listening and assisting them in navigating their challenges.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with clients to enhance customer satisfaction and retention.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Secondary Education

Tennessee Technological University | Cookeville, TN | 05-2018

GPA: 3.5

  • Dean's List all eight semesters

Skills

Strong Organizational Skills
Team Collaboration
Confidentiality and Data Protection
Document and File Management
Time Management
Task Prioritization
Detail Oriented
Calendar Management
Effective Verbal and Written Communicator
Presentation Preparation

Timeline

Event Sales/Event Manager

The Barn at Pollard Grove
09.2025 - 05.2026Read More

Proposal Coordinator/Administrative Specialist

Mesa Associates, Inc
04.2022 - CurrentRead More

Shipping Manager

Staffmark
11.2021 - 03.2022Read More

Sales Associate

Target
10.2020 - 11.2021Read More

English Teacher

Loudon High School
07.2018 - 05.2020Read More

Sales Associate

Abel Gardens
10.2015 - 06.2018Read More

Student Caller

Tennessee Tech University Alumni Call Center
05.2015 - 07.2015Read More

Camp Counselor

Crestridge Camp for Girls
05.2015 - 07.2015Read More

Secretary

Elwood Ervin State Farm
01.2014 - 05.2015Read More

Tennessee Technological University

Bachelor of Science from Secondary Education
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Caroline Hensley