Erika Benfield
DeBary,FL
Summary
Thank you for your consideration on adding me as a team member. Our current cabinet and great Governor DeSantis is the reason I seek to serve should you have a need for my expertise at the state level. I have a public service heart and have spent the last decade raising my children and serving my community.
Current Board:
River to Sea Transportation Board Volusia and Flagler County 2020- current; State, County, local dollars on trails and transportation infrastructure CAC
Qualified Candidate for U.S. Congress 2021-22
Leadership Volusia Stetson University Program 2020
Post 8093 Veterans of Foreign War Auxiliary Legislative
Hispanic Chamber Leads Group Past President
Toastmasters Lake Mary Past President
Rotary Four Townes Past President
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Owner
Florida Living Quarters
01.2008 - Current
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with clients to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions. Including over 16 interns in a period of ten years.
- Enhanced operational efficiency and productivity by managing budgets, accounts and costs.
Vice Mayor DeBary FL
City Of DeBary
01.2017 - 11.2020
- Responded to citizen requests in person and via emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance government processes.
- Appointed new city manager and improved antiquated cut and paste policies while attending as much as 4 public meetings a month for a period of 4 years.
- Appointed to county economic board voting member Team Volusia, a key partner in largest economic boom.
- Ceremonial attendee in place of the mayor.
- Received "Key to the City" at the end of my term.
Education
Interior Design
06.2000
High School Diploma -
05.1997
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Leadership and People Development
- Employee Motivation and Performance
- Industry Expertise
- Annual Planning
- Integrity and Transparency
- Effective Communicator and Public Speaker
Timeline
Vice Mayor DeBary FL - City Of DeBary
01.2017 - 11.2020
Owner - Florida Living Quarters
01.2008 - Current
Seminole State College of Florida - , Interior Design
Lake Brantley High School - High School Diploma,
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