Dynamic professional eager to contribute to team success through innovative thinking, attention to detail and customer success. Motivated to learn, educate, inspire, and contribute to the growth of others.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
Work History
Executive Vice-Chairman, Board of Director
Harbes Family Farm
01.2015 - Current
Provided recommendations on group's effectiveness, actions and future plans
Presided over quarterly meetings of company board of directors as needed
Managed and planned social activities to encourage program engagement, including annual board of director retreat activities
Assisted Chairman in identifying and recruiting other board members, successfully recruiting 4 board members
Sourced and implemented 'Directorpoint' software to create and update mission and vision statements
Manage daily administrative operations, including creating and dispersing meeting agendas and minutes.
Middle & High School Physical Education Teacher
Culpeper Christian School
08.2019 - 06.2020
Prepared instruction materials including copying, construction of bulletin boards, grading work and setting up work areas for approximately 100 students
Planned and supervised class projects, field trips and visits by guest speakers
Assigned daily lesson plans designed to motivate students and allow for creativity
Completed in-service and additional training to maintain professional growth.
Customer Service/ Call Center Manager
Harbes Family Farm & Vineyard
06.2019 - 01.2020
Sourced call-center service software that received 30K calls in two months
Created phone tree process and greetings for 5 departments to appropriate guide customers with current information
Answered questions about store policies and concerns to support positive customer experiences
Hired, trained, and supervised team member, and fostered collaborative work arrangement to deliver exceptional service
Recommended services to customers, thoroughly explaining details.
Tasting Room Associate
Prince Michel Vineyard & Winery
12.2015 - 05.2017
Greeted tasting room visitors and answered questions with upbeat attitude and professionalism
Maintained tasting room retail area, including creating and replenishing displays
Increased sales and wine club members by presenting product and program benefits, earning top sale and top wine-club sales.
Festival Manager
Harbes Family Farm
06.2014 - 11.2015
Established and optimized schedules to keep coverage and service in line with anticipated demands
Recruited and retained talent for all staffed positions
Improved operations and trained employees to anticipate needs and meet customer needs and resolve issues
Monitored areas for security issues and safety hazards
Fostered positive work environment by consistently treating all employees and customers with respect and consideration
Implemented marketing initiatives, including website accuracy, listings, signage and promotion through media resources.
Zumba Fitness Instructor
Powell Wellness Center
12.2009 - 12.2013
Choreographed class routines and paired with upbeat music selections resulting in popular group fitness classes, steadily averaging highest-attendance classes (
Cultivated positive relationships with participants by authentic connection, friendliness and inclusive environment
Participated in relevant company training and certifications
Middle & High School Teacher
Manassas Park City Schools
08.2003 - 06.2006
Stocked, maintained and provided oversight and instruction for two classrooms, including 9 kitchens to teach life skills and cooking to students
Prepared daily lesson plans for activities
Leveraged diverse learning strategies to prepare students for higher-level education requirements
Instructed hundreds of students through lectures, discussions, group activities and demonstrations.
Education
Associate of Science - Family And Community Services
Messiah College
Grantham, PA
05.2003
Skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Empathetic
Multi-tasking
Teamwork/ Collaboration
Tech-savvy
Dedication to excellence and improvement
Leadership
Quick learner
Innovative
Researcher
Problem-solver
Communication skills
Relationship development
Recognition
Suma Cum Laude Graduate (Messiah, 2003)
Top Sales (Prince Michel Vineyard, 2017)
Timeline
Middle & High School Physical Education Teacher
Culpeper Christian School
08.2019 - 06.2020
Customer Service/ Call Center Manager
Harbes Family Farm & Vineyard
06.2019 - 01.2020
Tasting Room Associate
Prince Michel Vineyard & Winery
12.2015 - 05.2017
Executive Vice-Chairman, Board of Director
Harbes Family Farm
01.2015 - Current
Festival Manager
Harbes Family Farm
06.2014 - 11.2015
Zumba Fitness Instructor
Powell Wellness Center
12.2009 - 12.2013
Middle & High School Teacher
Manassas Park City Schools
08.2003 - 06.2006
Associate of Science - Family And Community Services