Erica Bronson
Tupelo,MS
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Athletic Booster Association President
Dalton Middle School
08.2011 - 01.2019
- Oversaw fundraising efforts for the athletics department of a 2,500+ student middle school
- Coordinated requests from coaches for funds and selected the board which determined the usages of funds
- Served as a liaison with the high school athletic booster club
- Regularly met with the Athletic Director to discuss programs and student athlete needs
Middle School Fundraising Chair
Dalton Middle School
06.2011 - 12.2018
- Managed all aspects of the schools only fundraiser
- Coordinated with school administration, athletic coaches, maintenance, local police and fire departments, utility companies, local media, vendors, parent volunteers and teachers to cover all aspects of the fundraiser.
- Increased fundraising results each year culminating with a total of over $172,000 from 2011-2018.
Board Member
Dalton Area Convention and Visitor Bureau
01.2008 - 12.2011
- Provided oversight and guidance for the organization staff
- Promoted tourism and economic development
- Financial oversight including approving annual budget and special expenditures
- Oversaw city requests to the state government for interstate signage
Board Member
Whitfield County Tax Commission
09.2007 - 12.2011
- Met on an annual basis to discuss the county tax commission's budget and provide a checks and balances strategy for the coming year
- Reviewed upcoming need for voting on increased tax and millage rates
Parent Teacher Organization President
Westwood Elementary School
01.2008 - 01.2010
- Lead the Parent Teach Organization
- Oversaw the filing of the PTO 501-C3 to become a tax exempt organization allowing all funding to stay within the school and increase donations from business partners in the Dalton community
- Selected and trained new chairpersons
- Oversaw the budget and all fundraising activities
- Managed grant requests by the school staff and teachers
- Assisted the school in purchasing iPad carts for every grade level and smart boards for every classroom
- Represented the parents and teachers at community events, district meetings, and district Board of Education meetings
Board Member
Boys and Girls Club of Sumter County
08.2005 - 12.2007
- Provided overall leadership and strategic direction for the organization
- Ensured the organization's mission was fulfilled and resources were managed effectively
- Fundraising for the organization
- Community outreach on behalf of the organization
Director of International Business Development
Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce
06.1998 - 02.2000
- Promoted international trade and economic development initiatives of the Dallas Metroplex
- Oversaw interns, support staff members, and event staff
- Attended overseas trade shows on behalf of Dallas based corporations
- Coordinated monthly industry boards for energy, aviation, and commercial real estate
- Hosted delegations from Europe, Latin America, and Africa
- Assisted in the planning of the Dallas Ambassador's Forum including being the point person for European and Latin American foreign Ambassadors to the United States, Roundtable discussions for Energy and Aviation Industries, and interfacing with the US Secret Service regarding logistics for speakers and attendees.
Manufacturing Manager
Harrison Alloys Inc.
05.1996 - 05.1998
- Supervised manufacturing floor production team, keeping production schedules on track to meet shipping deadlines.
- Coordinated production across two US-based facilities, a European facility (France) and operations in Mexico
- Oversaw all aspects of supply chain and logistics
- Worked with engineering to improve production quality
- Oversaw adherence to all local and federal regulations including OSHA compliance
- Managed worker's compensation filing
- Negotiated contracts with United Steel Workers local and regional bosses
Inside Sales Representative
Harrison Alloys Inc.
09.1995 - 05.1996
- Answered customers' questions regarding products, prices, and availability.
- Increased sales revenue by building strong relationships with clients and providing insightful product recommendations.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of available products to best serve customers and maximize sales potential.
International Trade Specialist
Alabama International Trade Center
08.1992 - 04.1995
- Researched markets for Alabama companies wishing to import or export products
- One-on-One trade advising for Alabama companies
- Export trade financing training and support for Alabama clients including the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industry
- Attended trade shows in the US and Overseas on behalf of Alabama Importers and Exporters
- Worked on the Economic Development team at the Alabama Resource Center which successfully bid on the Mercedes Plant location in Vance, Alabama
- Hosted Japanese executives visiting the Insurance Hall of Fame located at the Culverhouse College of Business
Education
Master of Arts - Marketing, Logistics Concentration
University of Alabama
Tuscaloosa, AL01-1994
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Rhodes College
Memphis, TN01-1992
Timeline
Athletic Booster Association President
Dalton Middle School
08.2011 - 01.2019
Middle School Fundraising Chair
Dalton Middle School
06.2011 - 12.2018
Board Member
Dalton Area Convention and Visitor Bureau
01.2008 - 12.2011
Parent Teacher Organization President
Westwood Elementary School
01.2008 - 01.2010
Board Member
Whitfield County Tax Commission
09.2007 - 12.2011
Board Member
Boys and Girls Club of Sumter County
08.2005 - 12.2007
Director of International Business Development
Greater Dallas Chamber of Commerce
06.1998 - 02.2000
Manufacturing Manager
Harrison Alloys Inc.
05.1996 - 05.1998
Inside Sales Representative
Harrison Alloys Inc.
09.1995 - 05.1996
International Trade Specialist
Alabama International Trade Center
08.1992 - 04.1995
Master of Arts - Marketing, Logistics Concentration
University of Alabama
Bachelor of Arts - International Studies
Rhodes College
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