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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
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Chianti Hicks

Chianti Hicks

Shreveport,LA

Summary

Dynamic and accomplished Business Administration graduate with a concentration in Human Resources. Demonstrated excellence in communication, both oral and written, with foundational knowledge in sales and marketing. As a high-achieving Business Development Representative, I have excelled in marketing, sales, and operations, consistently consulting with customers to build strong relationships, significantly increasing sales numbers. Proven track record in developing and leading successful programs, and creating and facilitating engaging activities. Seeking a full-time position that presents professional challenges, leveraging my interpersonal skills, exceptional time management, and problem-solving abilities. A strategic thinker with a solid background in leadership, adept at implementing strategic business plans, driving substantial growth, and enhancing operational efficiency.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
3
3
Certificate

Work History

Mentor

318 Foundation
09.2023 - Current
  • Positive Relationships: Fostered strong mentor-mentee relationships, resulting in improved social resilience and self-confidence among mentees.
  • Stress Management: Implemented stress management techniques, reducing mentee overwhelm by 25%.
  • Guided Development: Supported mentees in achieving personal and academic goals, enhancing their overall performance.

Business Development Representative

Kobus Technologies
01.2024 - 05.2024
  • Expanded Client Base: Increased client portfolio by 30% through strategic outreach and effective networking.
  • Boosted Sales: Achieved a 20% increase in sales by developing and executing targeted marketing campaigns.
  • Managed CRM Systems: Improved customer relationship management processes, managing 30-40 diverse portfolio of clients across multiple industries, ensuring deep understanding of each sector's unique challenges and opportunities.

Mayor's Summer Intern- Shreveport City Marshal

City Of Shreveport
06.2024 - 07.2024
  • Operational Efficiency: Managed multiple tasks under pressure, consistently meeting deadlines and enhancing department efficiency (Opened, sorted, distributed incoming mail and packages, and light accounting).
  • Financial Analysis: Evaluated financial data, contributing to the development of effective cost-saving measures.
  • Recognized Excellence: Earned recognition for outstanding performance and commitment multiple graphic communications and updates with latest information.

Youth Leader

Living Hope Of New Zion Baptist Church
02.2017 - Current
  • Program Development: Designed and led youth programs that increased engagement by 40%. Organized group activities and outings for youth.
  • Leadership: Collaborated with youth pastors to establish objectives, leading to a 30% increase in participation.
  • Community Building: Organized activities that fostered a supportive environment, strengthening community bonds.

Student Affairs Mentor

TRIO Student Support Services
09.2023 - 12.2023
  • Maintained excellent customer service: Enhanced mentee performance by providing personalized guidance and support. Kept a positive attitude towards guest and fellow teammates.
  • Provide a Safe Workplace: Worked in team environment to maintain high levels of productivity And assisted about 50 students with educational tasks.
  • Academic Support: Provided guidance and support, leading to a 20% improvement in student performance.

Mayor's Summer Intern-Fair Share

City Of Shreveport
05.2023 - 07.2023
  • Community Outreach Program Implementation: Assisted the launch and execution of community outreach programs, significantly increasing public awareness and participation in city initiatives.
  • Event Coordination and Management: Organized and coordinated various city events, which led to a marked increase in community engagement and attendance.
  • Administrative Efficiency: Wrote and edited professional-level documents for Fair Share Department. Interacted with customers by phone, email, or in-person to provide information. Sorted and organized files, spreadsheets, and reports.

Vice President

Lifted Voices Gospel Choir
02.2023 - 05.2023
  • Communicated business performance and strategies.
  • Led development of strategic marketing plans to raise awareness and growth.
  • Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Identified opportunities to improve business process flows and productivity.

Recording Secretary

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Iota Mu Chapter
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Performed routine data entry or document management.
  • Recorded and edited minutes of meetings and distributed to appropriate officials or staff members.
  • Processed payments for fines and fees, maintained accurate drawers, issued receipts, and updated account balances.

Education

MBA - Business

Louisiana State University At Shreveport
Shreveport, LA
05.2025

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Northwestern State University of Louisiana
12.2023

Skills

  • Youth Engagement
  • Meeting Facilitation
  • Community Outreach Programs
  • Lead prospecting/Client acquisition
  • Cultural Competency
  • Administrative Leadership
  • Records Management/Manage Budgets
  • Academic Support/Classroom Observation
  • Print Media
  • Volunteer Management
  • Outreach Initiatives/Community Events
  • Recruitment
  • Customer Relationship Management
  • Business Development
  • Sales Strategy
  • Interpersonal Communication
  • Time Management
  • Problem-Solving
  • Community Outreach

Accomplishments

  • Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
  • Certified in Microsoft Word, Excel , Access.
  • Helped developed Diversity, Inclusion, Equality and Belonging policies in the Business Administration department on the Campus of Northwestern State University.

Affiliations

  • Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
  • Lifted Voices Gospel Choir
  • African American Caucus
  • Alpha Lambda Delta First Year Honor Society
  • Helping Hands
  • Socialization Services Inc.
  • TRIO (Student Support Services)

Certification

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Microsoft Access

Timeline

Mayor's Summer Intern- Shreveport City Marshal

City Of Shreveport
06.2024 - 07.2024

Business Development Representative

Kobus Technologies
01.2024 - 05.2024

Mentor

318 Foundation
09.2023 - Current

Student Affairs Mentor

TRIO Student Support Services
09.2023 - 12.2023

Mayor's Summer Intern-Fair Share

City Of Shreveport
05.2023 - 07.2023

Vice President

Lifted Voices Gospel Choir
02.2023 - 05.2023

Recording Secretary

Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. - Iota Mu Chapter
11.2022 - 04.2023

Youth Leader

Living Hope Of New Zion Baptist Church
02.2017 - Current

MBA - Business

Louisiana State University At Shreveport

Bachelor of Science - Business Administration

Northwestern State University of Louisiana

Quote

"Don't fear failure, but be terrified of regret"
Deshauna Barber
Chianti Hicks