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Christina Whigham
Business Owner/Operator
Laurel,MS
"You've got to get up every morning with determination if you're going to go to bed with satisfaction."
— George Lorimer
Summary
Innovative Small Business Owner talented at monitoring daily operations, overseeing bookkeeping and handling logistics and sales. Experienced in hiring, mentoring and training team to foster business growth. Emphasizes customer service and employee development as keys to success.
Overview
14
years of professional experience
2
years of post-secondary education
1
Certification
Work History
Double J Deer ProcessingLaurel, Mississippi
Business Owner/Operator
10.2019 - 03.2022
Job overview
- Oversaw end-to-end business processes to maintain proficiency and profitability.
- Introduced new methods, practices and systems to reduce turnaround time.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Fostered CRM initiatives by promoting environment of interpersonal communication and customer service.
- Served as principal stakeholder over organization's complete operations.
Jon Swartzfager Attorney At Law, PLLC.Laurel , Mississippi
Paralegal
07.2016 - 09.2019
Job overview
- Prepared legal briefs, motions and pleadings.
- Assisted counsel in preparing answers, providing documentation and information for discovery request.
- Conducted detailed client intakes and entered information into company database.
- Researched state statutes, decisions, legal articles, codes and documents.
- Examined and generated memos on statutory law, case law and federal and state regulations using online research databases, such as Westlaw and print sources.
Phase, Inc.Laurel, Mississippi
Office Administrator
01.2005 - 07.2013
Job overview
- Supported office manager with proactive correspondence management, document coordination and customer relations.
- Scheduled conference rooms, prepared agendas and maintained calendars to prepare for meetings and events.
- Interacted with customers by phone, email or in-person to provide information.
- Applied advanced administrative and analytical skills in overseeing day-to-day operational activities.
- Kept detailed records of supplies and office equipment use to budget and make orders for new supplies.
- Coordinated communications, financial processing, registration, recordkeeping and other administrative functions.
Education
Jones County Junior CollegeEllisville, MS
Associate of Arts from Business Administration And Management
08.2013 - 05.2015
University Overview
- Honor Roll - Fall 2013, Spring 2014, Fall 2014, Spring 2015
- ACT Scholarship Recipient
Jones County Junior CollegeEllisville, MS
Associate of Applied Science from Paralegal Studies
08.2015 - 05.2016
Skills
Ability to work Independently and Under Pressure
Results Driven
Ability to Coach, Mentor, and Work Effectively as a Team Player
Exceptional Sales, Negotiation, and Marketing Abilities
Highly Organized and Motivated
Strong Leadership and Management Skills
Effective Time Management and Interpersonal Skills
Excellent Multi-Tasking Ability
Superior Written and Oral Communication
Proficient in Microsoft Office, Amicus, Lexisnexis, Westlaw
Exceptional Problem-Solving Skills
Ability to Build and Maintain Relationships with Potential and Current Customers
Strong Attention to Detail
Software
Amicus
Google Docs
Certification
Paralegal
Availability
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Timeline
Business Owner/Operator
Double J Deer Processing
10.2019 - 03.2022
Paralegal
Jon Swartzfager Attorney At Law, PLLC.
07.2016 - 09.2019
Paralegal
05-2016
Jones County Junior College
Associate of Applied Science from Paralegal Studies
08.2015 - 05.2016
Jones County Junior College
Associate of Arts from Business Administration And Management
08.2013 - 05.2015
Office Administrator
Phase, Inc.
01.2005 - 07.2013