Christine Carter
Houston
Summary
Detail-oriented professional with expertise in custom product design and event coordination. Proven ability to train employees and resolve conflicts, ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction and engagement. Results-driven business owner with extensive experience in managing operations and financial reconciliation. Strong problem-solving skills and effective communication fostered a skilled workforce and enhanced customer service, leading to sustainable business growth. Proactive and versatile professional with a dedication to quickly adapting to new challenges. Strong problem-solving abilities and a proven track record of fostering strong relationships with clients and team members. Focused on supporting team success and achieving positive results.
Overview
39
39
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
Art Glass and More
Homewood
06.2008 - 09.2014
- Managed daily operations of custom art glass production and retail services.
- Developed marketing strategies to enhance visibility of unique art glass offerings.
- Coordinated events and workshops to engage customers and demonstrate craftsmanship.
- Determined product pricing by analyzing costs and market competition.
- Interviewed, trained, and supervised employees to foster a skilled workforce.
- Established customer service policies to ensure satisfaction with products and services.
- Resolved conflicts between employees and customers promptly to maintain a positive environment.
- Scheduled maintenance activities for business equipment to ensure optimal performance.
- Developed engaging lesson plans for diverse student needs and learning styles.
- Organized extracurricular activities to enrich the educational experience of students.
Paid Truck tickets
Pillsbury elevator
Chicago
10.1976 - 09.1977
- Efficiently managed accounts payable and receivable, ensuring accuracy in all transactions.
- Communicated with vendors and clients to resolve inquiries and discrepancies promptly.
- Verified vendor invoices against purchase orders before processing payments.
- Posted journal entries to general ledger system accurately and on time.
- Developed internal control procedures for precise recordkeeping.
- Conducted account analysis as requested by management.
- Resolved billing discrepancies with vendors or customers swiftly.
- Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
Bookeeper
First Pacific Bank
Chicago
08.1975 - 10.1976
- Streamlined accounts payable and receivable processes for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Conducted monthly bank reconciliations to ensure accuracy and compliance.
- Reconciled bank statements with general ledger entries to maintain financial integrity.
- Ensured precision in all accounting entries and records through diligent oversight.
Education
Associate of Arts - Stained Glass Studies
Park Forest Community Park District
Park Forest, IL09-1977
High School Diploma -
Revere High School
Litchfield, OH06-1967
Skills
- Custom product design
- Event coordination
- Financial reconciliation
- Attention to detail
- Problem solving
- Employee training
- Conflict resolution
- Communication
- Active listening
- Verbal communication
- Customer service
- Customer relations
- Good Telephone Etiquette
- Decision-making
- Public speaking
- Project planning
- Calm under pressure
- Vendor communication
- Internal control development
- Accounts management
- Computer skills
Timeline
Business Owner
Art Glass and More
06.2008 - 09.2014
Paid Truck tickets
Pillsbury elevator
10.1976 - 09.1977
Bookeeper
First Pacific Bank
08.1975 - 10.1976
Associate of Arts - Stained Glass Studies
Park Forest Community Park District
High School Diploma -
Revere High School