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DANETTE (Dani) KORUS

Buckley,WA

Summary

A confident, reliable, and enthusiastic professional with extensive diverse experience attained through working across various industries. Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal and relationship-building skills in daily interaction with customers as well as with colleagues. Customer-focused representative and an expert in administrative operations with the proven ability to constantly exceed targets as well as expectations. Passionately devoted to fundraising activities, volunteering, and providing community support, with a strong focus on creative activities and a calm, nurturing approach. Showcased natural leadership ability through a polite and tactful but assertive attitude. Possesses excellent verbal and written communication skills utilized to successfully present the best possible options to clients and management. Displayed strong operational knowledge combined with a positive attitude, friendly demeanor, empathetic mindset, and commitment to providing a high-quality customer experience. Exhibited exceptional capability to inspire and elevate the best qualities of a team. Showcased extensive knowledge of financial services used to help customers with their current as well as future financial needs while educating the customers about bank products and services. Team player with strong attention to detail, eager to master new challenges and contribute to the overall growth of the industry.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience

Work History

HR Specialist, Recruiter

T&A Supply Co.
03.2023 - Current
  • Managed full-cycle recruiting processes, resulting in successful placements and employee satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to identify talent needs and develop effective job descriptions.
  • Utilized applicant tracking systems effectively, improving overall efficiency of the recruiting process.
  • Supported onboarding initiatives for new hires, contributing to a smooth transition into the organization.
  • Partnered with external agencies when needed to supplement internal recruitment capabilities during peak periods or challenging searches.
  • Collaborated closely with colleagues across departments to ensure alignment between business objectives and talent acquisition strategies.
  • Evaluated strengths and weaknesses of candidates through effective screening processes.
  • Conducted phone interviews to assess applicants relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes.
  • Coordinated schedules to arrange management interviews with applicants.
  • Advertised job opportunities on social media platforms and job boards.
  • Collaborated with hiring managers to understand job requirements and expectations.
  • Coordinated employee events and recognition programs to promote a positive work culture and strengthen team relationships.
  • Served as a knowledgeable resource for all staff members regarding company policies, procedures, benefits, and other HR-related matters.
  • Handled on-boarding process for newly hired employees, which included distribution of all paperwork.
  • Updated HR database with new employee information, changes in benefits, and other details.

Executive Administrative Assistant

T&A Supply Co.
11.2021 - 03.2023
  • Streamlined office operations by implementing efficient filing systems and managing executive calendars.
  • Enhanced communication between departments through proactive coordination of meetings and events.
  • Increased productivity with the implementation of digital tools for document management and collaboration.
  • Organized travel arrangements, ensuring smooth transitions for executives during business trips.
  • Managed budgets and expenses, maintaining financial records for accurate reporting and analysis.
  • Fostered a positive work environment by addressing employee concerns and facilitating team-building activities.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, expediting project completion times and enhancing overall efficiency.
  • Maintained confidentiality when handling sensitive information, protecting company interests and employee privacy.
  • Assisted in event planning efforts, executing successful corporate functions that bolstered brand image and networking opportunities.
  • Managed inventory levels for office supplies, reducing waste while guaranteeing availability when needed.
  • Handled administrative tasks such as expense report processing or invoice reconciliation efficiently; allowing executives to focus on high-priority responsibilities without distraction.
  • Seamlessly interacted with colleagues to plan and complete special projects.

Administrative Assistant

Raceway Technology
07.2015 - 11.2018
  • Demonstrated experience in accounting and cash management principles and procedures including experience in financial reconciliation of accounts, invoicing, processing financial transactions, as well as cash reconciliation
  • Ensured accurate record-keeping with diligent data entry and database management for vital company information.
  • Managed expense reports for executive staff members, ensuring accurate documentation of spending for budgeting purposes.
  • Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
  • Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
  • Streamlined invoice processing procedures to ensure timely payment of vendors while minimizing errors in financial records.
  • Assisted with human resources tasks such as updating employee files or submitting time-off requests per company policy guidelines.
  • Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
  • Adept at anticipating needs and providing sophisticated, tailored, administrative and operational support to management
  • Successfully prioritized and led multiple projects, and followed through on issues promptly with excellent attention to detail

Relationship Manager

Key Bank
05.2013 - 07.2015
  • Showcased proactive client approach and responded swiftly and accurately to client requests.
  • Participated in staff meetings to discuss innovative strategies to improve services.
  • Demonstrated comprehensive understanding of the client’s financial needs and product and service knowledge to match the bank’s offering with client needs.
  • Consistently exceeded quarterly sales goals by cultivating a strong network of professional contacts and referrals.
  • Provided exceptional customer service, resolving issues promptly and maintaining client trust throughout the resolution process.
  • Mentored junior team members on best practices in relationship management techniques, contributing to overall team success and growth within the company.
  • Responded to customer inquiries and resolved complaints to establish trust and increase satisfaction.
  • Maintained knowledge on banking products and distribution to provide optimal service support.
  • Achieved goals for sale of bank products and services and exceeded performance metrics for customer service.

Sales Associate

Fred Meyer Jeweler
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Responsible for helping Fred Meyer Jeweler during the holiday season (Thanksgiving through New Year’s) at its Southcenter Mall location in Tukwila.

Assistant Manager

Ben Bridge Jeweler
01.2000 - 01.2004



  • Recognized with the Million Dollar Pin Award for retail sales while supervising up to a 15-member staff as an Assistant Manager at one of Ben Bridge Jeweler’s top-producing stores at the Westfield Southcenter Mall location in Tukwila.
  • Duties included staffing, supervising, training, motivating and counseling floor sales associates, ordering and displaying merchandise, scheduling staff and preparing employee payroll, setting-up and helping host special events, resolving customer issues and concerns, and delivering quality customer service.
  • Also worked as a Sales Associate for Ben Bridge Jeweler at the same store before returning to become an Assistant Manager after starting a family.

Education

Associate of Business Administration -

Highline Community College

Associate of Business Administration -

Highline Community College

Skills

  • Skilled in Microsoft Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams
  • Adaptability
  • Organizational skills
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Decision making
  • Attention to detail
  • Process improvement
  • Budget management
  • Analytical Thinking

Affiliations

Tukwila (WA) Chamber of Commerce - Served as the Ben Bridge Ambassador for the Tukwila Chamber.

professional awards

  • Million Dollar Pin Award, 2003, Awarded by Ben Bridge Jewelers for Selling More Than $1 Million in Jewelry at its Southcenter Mall Location in Tukwila, WA.
  • Certificate of Commendation, Awarded by the Commanding Officer Headquarters and Service Battalion, Marine Corps Base, Camp Smedley D. Butler


personal information

  • Citizenship: U. S. Citizen
  • Marital Status: Single

education

Graduated from Evergreen High School in Seattle, WA with a 3.5 GPA. Active in the Distributive Education Clubs of America (DECA).

interests

Enjoy reading, jogging, camping, hiking, gardening, landscaping, event planning, interior design, scrapbooking and cooking.

community service

  • Former Decoration Committee Chair and Procurement Committee Member for the Wilkeson Elementary School Parent Teacher Association (PTA) Annual Auction in the White River School District in Buckley, WA.
  • Former Camping Committee Chair for the Wilkeson Elementary School PTA.
  • Volunteer Fund-Raiser for the Hungry Housewives, a Community Support Group.
  • Volunteer Fund-Raiser for the Annual Relay for Life in Buckley, WA that Supports the American Cancer Society’s Prevention and Cure Effort.

references

Excellent personal and professional references available on request.

Timeline

HR Specialist, Recruiter

T&A Supply Co.
03.2023 - Current

Executive Administrative Assistant

T&A Supply Co.
11.2021 - 03.2023

Administrative Assistant

Raceway Technology
07.2015 - 11.2018

Relationship Manager

Key Bank
05.2013 - 07.2015

Sales Associate

Fred Meyer Jeweler
01.2005 - 01.2007

Assistant Manager

Ben Bridge Jeweler
01.2000 - 01.2004

Associate of Business Administration -

Highline Community College

Associate of Business Administration -

Highline Community College

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