Christina Garza
Garland,TX
Summary
Dynamic Project Planner at Michaels with a proven track record in cost control and team collaboration. Enhanced productivity by streamlining workflows and fostering strong stakeholder relationships. Skilled in documentation and reporting, I effectively facilitated meetings to align on strategic priorities, ensuring successful project outcomes and improved communication across teams.
Professional project planning specialist with proven track record of driving project success and delivering high-quality results. Skilled in project scheduling, resource allocation, and risk management. Strong focus on team collaboration, adaptability, and achieving project goals. Reliable and flexible, ready to meet evolving demands and ensure project excellence.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Planner
Michaels
08.2014 - Current
- Identified opportunities for cost reduction through careful analysis of budgets and expenditures throughout the life cycle of each project.
- Made appropriate changes and modifications to project plans to meet organizational needs.
- Streamlined workflows by implementing new project management processes, enhancing team productivity.
- Established strong relationships with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication of expectations and deliverables.
- Improved team collaboration through effective communication, resulting in more efficient project completion.
- Led regular status update meetings with senior management to share progress, discuss challenges, and align on strategic priorities for ongoing projects.
- Facilitated cross-functional team meetings to review progress and identify areas for improvement.
Kennel Technician
Casa Linda Animal Clinic
12.2006 - 12.2019
- Maintained clean and sanitary living conditions for animals, reducing stress and promoting overall wellbeing.
- Enhanced animal socialization skills through daily interaction and playtime activities.
- Trained new staff on kennel maintenance, animal care and feeding protocols.
- Collaborated with veterinary staff to provide medical treatments and monitor post-surgery recovery for animals in our care.
- Performed pet intake to gain necessary information concerning health, behaviors, potential allergies, and other details to provide complete records and methods of owner contact.
- Participated actively in emergency response situations involving injured or aggressive animals, ensuring the safety of both staff and animals involved.
Receptionist
University of the Incarnate Word
09.2010 - 06.2014
- Greeted incoming visitors and customers professionally and provided friendly, knowledgeable assistance.
- Confirmed appointments, communicated with clients, and updated client records.
- Answered phone promptly and directed incoming calls to correct offices.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of The Incarnate Word
San Antonio, TX08-2014
Skills
- Documentation and reporting
- Cost control
- Meeting facilitation
- Scope definition
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Customer service
- Problem-solving
- Attention to detail
Timeline
Project Planner
Michaels
08.2014 - Current
Receptionist
University of the Incarnate Word
09.2010 - 06.2014
Kennel Technician
Casa Linda Animal Clinic
12.2006 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of The Incarnate Word
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