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Education
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Certification
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Military Service
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Emilie Goranson

Emilie Goranson

Minneapolis,MN

Summary

High school graduate with a strong motivation to serve in the military as a Psychological Operations Specialist, receiving special permission from the Governor of Wisconsin to join two years early. Unfortunately, sustained severe injuries necessitated my departure from the military. Despite this setback, I remained dedicated to my part-time position at Journeys until it became overwhelming, prompting a break. After a period of rest, briefly returned to Journeys before another break due to a law settlement resulting from my accident. Since then, I have faced ongoing disability challenges. While not completing a degree, I have gained valuable experience in administration and executive support for life insurance agents. Possessing a background in sales and a passion for customer interaction, I am open to exploring future opportunities as an agent. Recognized for my strong work ethic, I am eager to contribute to your business's efficiency if given the chance. Looking forward to connecting with you soon.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Volunteer

National Pancreas Foundation-Texas, US
06.2023 - Current
  • I volunteer to be a camp counselor for children who are very ill once a year for a week in Texas
  • I get to help organize names and assign bunks and activities, work closely with children and young adults, problem solve and offer support.
  • I help to provide daily care and attention to 100+ very ill children, most on Make A Wish.

Young Leader Advisory Committee Member

NATIONAL PANCREAS FOUNDATION-Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - Current
  • This is a position directly under the board of operations, and is meant to train us for a spot on the board.
  • Main responsibilities include fundraising, advocating, staying current on related topics and making sure patients have the support they need within their community.
  • Helping to organize and staff events.
  • Offering support to those affected by pancreatic disease.
  • Speak with Congress of pancreatic disease and funding.

Scientific Panel Advocate

United States Department Of Defense-Minneapolis, MN
08.2024 - 08.2024
  • I have worked on a scientific research panel helping to decide which of the medical research applications should advance to receive funding through the Department of Defense.
  • During the panel I provide a consumers real life input on topics important to medical research through the Department of Defense. I help tp discuss how relevant and deserving each application is of becoming a recipient of funding.

Administrative Assistant

Diversified Brokerage Services, Inc.-Edina, MN
12.2020 - 02.2021
  • I assisted in day to day office management, like sending and receiving mail
  • Inputting information to the system, taking customer and financial advisors' calls and helping to sort their issues through the insurance companies in a timely manner
  • I supported and built relationships with each department with any assistance they needed to help make sure projects were completed.

Executive Assistant/Office Manager

Insurance Designers of Kansas City-Edina, MN
06.2019 - 12.2020
  • I supported all aspects and divisions of the company
  • I helped to fill in when underwriting, sales, reception, and other divisions needed support
  • I also directly supported clients in helping to resolve their problems and come up with solutions when necessary.

Assistant Bookkeeper

ABC Bookwerks-Burnsville, MN
10.2018 - 05.2019
  • I assisted with bookkeeping, organization, and cleaning.

Sales Representative

Journeys-Bloomington, MN
02.2011 - 09.2011
  • I was responsible for stocking our shelves, inventory, cleaning, close, depositing our funds to the bank, interacting with customers and co-workers, and meeting sales goals.

Sales Representative

Journeys-Woodbury, MN
03.2010 - 11.2010
  • I was responsible for stocking our shelves, inventory, cleaning, close, interacting with customers and coworkers, and meeting sales goals
  • I had to stop due to a MVA.

McDonalds Cashier

McDonald's-Hudson, WI
04.2007 - 09.2007
  • I worked as a general crew member and worked with sales, handling cash, cleaning, customer service when necessary, and taking care of the stock and inventory. I helped maintain cleanliness and customer relations

Education

High school diploma - General Literature

Saint Croix Central High School
Hammond, WI
04.2010

Skills

  • Calendar Management
  • Office Management
  • Personal Assistant Experience
  • QuickBooks
  • Microsoft Outlook
  • Bookkeeping
  • Accounts Payable
  • Accounts Receivable
  • Project Management
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Marketing
  • Research
  • Merchandising
  • Fundraising
  • Fair Housing regulations
  • Accounting
  • Military Experience
  • Management
  • Communication skills
  • Microsoft Powerpoint
  • Military
  • Problem management
  • Conflict management
  • Sales
  • Customer service
  • Leadership

Certification

Secret Clearance

Assessments

  • Marketing, Proficient, 04/01/23, Understanding a target audience and how to best communicate with them
  • Customer service, Proficient, 04/01/23, Identifying and resolving common customer issues
  • Social media, Proficient, 04/01/23, Knowledge of social media techniques and analytics interpretation
  • Work style: Reliability, Proficient, 05/01/22, Tendency to be reliable, dependable, and act with integrity at work
  • Customer focus & orientation, Proficient, 04/01/23, Responding to customer situations with sensitivity
  • Written communication, Proficient, 05/01/23, Best practices for writing, including grammar, style, clarity, and brevity
  • Basic computer skills, Proficient, 07/01/23, Performing basic computer operations and troubleshooting common problems
  • Teamwork: Interpersonal skills, Proficient, 07/01/23, Responding to challenging team situations at work
  • Management & leadership skills: Planning & execution, Proficient, 06/01/22, Planning and managing resources to accomplish organizational goals
  • Sales skills, Proficient, 06/01/22, Influencing and negotiating with customers
  • Medical terminology, Proficient, 07/01/23, Understanding and using medical terminology
  • Spreadsheets with Microsoft Excel, Proficient, 07/01/23, Knowledge of various Microsoft Excel features, functions, and formulas
  • Medical billing, Completed, 07/01/23, Understanding the procedures and forms used for medical billing
  • Administrative assistant/receptionist, Proficient, 05/01/22, Using basic scheduling and organizational skills in an office setting
  • Verbal communication, Proficient, 06/01/23, Speaking clearly, correctly, and concisely
  • Medical receptionist skills, Proficient, 07/01/23, Managing physician schedules and maintaining accurate patient records
  • General manager (hospitality), Proficient, 07/01/23, Solving group scheduling problems and reading and interpreting P&L statements
  • Supervisory skills: Motivating & assessing employees, Proficient, 05/01/22, Motivating others to achieve objectives and identifying improvements or corrective actions
  • Case management & social work, Proficient, 06/01/23, Determining client needs, providing support resources, and collaborating with clients and multidisciplinary teams
  • Administrative support professional fit, Completed, 06/01/23, Measures the traits that are important for successful administrative support professionals
  • Data entry: Attention to detail, Proficient, 08/01/23, Maintaining data integrity by detecting errors
  • Legal skills, Proficient, 04/01/23, Supporting legal procedures, preparing documents, doing research, and collecting client information in a legal setting
  • Attention to detail, Proficient, 05/01/22, Identifying differences in materials, following instructions, and detecting details among distracting information
  • Administrative support professional fit, Completed, 09/01/22, Measures the traits that are important for successful administrative support professionals

Military Service

United States Army, Private First Class, 11/01/08, 05/01/11, I worked with psychological operations, and learned discipline, leadership, integrity, and respect. I had a security clearance and do well with confidentiality. I also learned how to interact with people in a manner that best fits the situation and person I am interacting with. I worked with propagandist which can translate into relations and sales.

Timeline

Scientific Panel Advocate

United States Department Of Defense-Minneapolis, MN
08.2024 - 08.2024

Volunteer

National Pancreas Foundation-Texas, US
06.2023 - Current

Young Leader Advisory Committee Member

NATIONAL PANCREAS FOUNDATION-Minneapolis, MN
01.2023 - Current

Administrative Assistant

Diversified Brokerage Services, Inc.-Edina, MN
12.2020 - 02.2021

Executive Assistant/Office Manager

Insurance Designers of Kansas City-Edina, MN
06.2019 - 12.2020

Assistant Bookkeeper

ABC Bookwerks-Burnsville, MN
10.2018 - 05.2019

Sales Representative

Journeys-Bloomington, MN
02.2011 - 09.2011

Sales Representative

Journeys-Woodbury, MN
03.2010 - 11.2010

McDonalds Cashier

McDonald's-Hudson, WI
04.2007 - 09.2007

High school diploma - General Literature

Saint Croix Central High School
Emilie Goranson