Debra Aslanidis
Jefferson City,MO
Summary
Dynamic professional with a proven track record in small business operations and marketing tactics at Debra Aslanidis Photography LLC. Skilled in project management and employee development, I excel in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering strong client relationships. Committed to delivering high-quality results while maintaining legal compliance and effective communication.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Debra Aslanidis Photography LLC
09.2023 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts, and costs.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Directed wedding guests to pose for photographs.
- Calculated quotes for clients.
- Scheduled and booked locations for photo shoots, working collaboratively with clients and contacts.
- Photographed high-quality images for various print and digital projects.
- Digitally edited photos to enhance appearance.
- Edited, toned, captioned, and uploaded photographs for publication.
Closing Specialist
Veterans United Home Loans
06.2019 - 09.2023
- Collaborated with lenders, agents, and legal professionals to resolve transactional and title issues.
- Verified closing financial disclosure amounts against settlement and escrow agent figures to accurately reflect borrowers' bottom-line costs.
- Prepared preliminary settlement statements and loan closing instructions for review by title companies and closing agents.
- Reviewed titles, insurance and flood zone certifications to meet closing standards for each property.
- Affirmed loan document accuracy to protect lenders from potential fraud.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
911 Telecommunicator
Boone County Joint Communications
04.2018 - 06.2019
- Assisted callers in emergency situations with appropriate information and support.
- Routed calls to police, fire, and ambulance service to meet individual call needs.
- Applied interpersonal skills in neutralizing hostile and emotionally charged situations.
- Operated emergency response systems to update and retrieve up-to-date information for first responders.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
Cashier/Grocery Bagger
Gerbes
03.2017 - 02.2018
- Worked flexible schedule and extra shifts to meet business needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Restocked and organized merchandise in front lanes.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as required.
- Worked with floor team and managers to meet wide range of customer needs.
- Performed cash, card, and check transactions to complete customer purchases.
- Operated cash register to record transactions accurately and efficiently.
- Handled cash with high accuracy and took care to check bills for fraud.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rock Bridge High School
Columbia, MO12-2007
Skills
- Marketing tactics
- Social media control
- Employee development
- Human resource management
- Small business operations
- Project management
- Legal compliance
- Data collection
- Title examination
- Closing procedures
- Title document preparation
- Closing techniques
Timeline
Owner
Debra Aslanidis Photography LLC
09.2023 - Current
Closing Specialist
Veterans United Home Loans
06.2019 - 09.2023
911 Telecommunicator
Boone County Joint Communications
04.2018 - 06.2019
Cashier/Grocery Bagger
Gerbes
03.2017 - 02.2018
High School Diploma -
Rock Bridge High School