Destine Broussard
Management
Lafayette,LA
Summary
Astute Business Owner experienced in operations management, competitive analysis and financial management. Demonstrated success in growth and innovation. Capitalized on new trends and technologies to boost business initiatives and reach sales objectives. Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
DC Mobile PhotoBooth Memories
Lafayette , LA
2022.04 - Current
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness and recruit sales agents.
Business Owner
Freshworks
Lafayette, LA
2012.06 - 2017.02
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Achieved sales goals and increased revenue and profits through productive strategy development and organizational leadership.
- Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
- Employed prompt decision-making and in-depth research to resolve issues.
- Conducted audit inspections and independent checks to verify parts and materials.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Performed statistical analyses to gather data for operational and forecast team needs.
- Entered income and expense details into business databases to track purchases and address variances.
- Capitalized on social media platforms to increase market awareness and recruit sales agents.
Housekeeping Supervisor
Cagan Property Management
Lafayette, LA
2012.05 - 2017.02
- Implemented new cleaning processes and team strategies to reduce necessary man-hours by Number hours per week.
- Improved process efficiency through effective inventory control in alignment with client standards.
- Completed schedules, shift reports and other business documentation.
- Adhered to safety protocols by enforcing proper equipment usage.
- Communicated repair needs to maintenance staff.
- Placed orders for housekeeping supplies and guest toiletries.
- Increased employee performance through effective supervision and training.
- Recommended or arranged for painting, repair work, renovations and replacement of furnishings and equipment.
Administrative Assistant
True Faith Ministries
Lafayette, LA
2007.10 - 2011.03
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Restocked supplies and submitted purchase orders to maintain stock levels.
- Managed relational database to store information for reference, reporting and analysis.
- Monitored office calendars to plan meetings, activities and travel to maximize productivity.
- Created presentations to inform, motivate and persuade internal and external audiences.
- Screened visitors and issued badges to maintain safety and security.
- Edited documents to improve accuracy of language, flow and readability.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Scheduled conference rooms, prepared agendas and maintained calendars to prepare for meetings and events.
- Recorded meeting minutes to provide historical account of actions, measure progress against strategic plan and drive accountability.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch or distribute to correct recipient.
Education
Associate Of General Studies - Social Behavioral Sciences
South Louisiana Community College
Lafayette, LA 2013.06 - 2013.07
Project Manager - Project Management
Google
Chicago, IL 2021.05 - 2021.07
Skills
Business Development
Customer Relations
Negotiation
Operations management
Financial Management
Budgeting
Strategic planning
Business administration
Staff Management
Business planning
Project Management
Employee scheduling
Employee reviews
Coaching and mentoring
Delegation
Product development
Scheduling
Budget development
Client account management
Effective leader
Relationship building
Staff training/development
Inventory management
Timeline
Business Owner
DC Mobile PhotoBooth Memories
2022.04 - Current
Project Manager - Project Management
Google
2021.05 - 2021.07
Associate Of General Studies - Social Behavioral Sciences
South Louisiana Community College
2013.06 - 2013.07
Business Owner
Freshworks
2012.06 - 2017.02
Housekeeping Supervisor
Cagan Property Management
2012.05 - 2017.02
Administrative Assistant
True Faith Ministries
2007.10 - 2011.03