Evonne West
Small Business Owner
Hoover,AL
Summary
Accomplished Small Business ower and whom have previously performed exceptionally in roles as a Legal Assistant and Administrative Assistant; while being proficient in managing office operations and employees per the Management's direction with a forward-thinking and creative mindset. Skilled at building long-lasting relationships.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Boutique Owner
Self-employeed
07.2024 - Current
- Tracked store inventory and coordinated new purchases to keep adequate merchandise on hand for sustained sales.
- Empowered customers to make informed decisions by educating on product and service offerings and current industry trends.
- Collected and analyzed information to track trends and make proactive changes to business operations plans.
Treasurer
Volunter for Hoover High School AFJrROTC
06.2024 - Current
- Reconciled monthly statements, invoices and expense accounts, keeping records accurate, and current.
- Drafted treasury reports to support management decision-making needs.
- Implemented strategies to improve organizational financial performance.
- Planned and managed annual budgets, tracking expenses, and investigating discrepancies to maintain optimal controls to the AFJrROTC Board members monthly.
Certified Notary Public
Sperling and Moore, PC
01.2023 - Current
- Fosters a secure environment during transactions through diligent verification of identity documentation provided by signers.
- Advises businesses on proper procedures for obtaining notarization services tailored specifically to their unique needs.
- Streamline the notarization process for clients with clear instructions and explanations of legal terms.
Legal Assistant
Sperling and Moore, PC
05.2023 - 05.2024
- Maintained strict confidentiality, protecting sensitive client information as required by legal ethics and regulations.
- Improved communication between attorneys and clients by scheduling meetings, providing status updates, and relaying critical information promptly.
- Managed high-volume workload while maintaining strict attention to detail on every task such as drafting pleadings or summarizing depositions accurately.
- Enhanced office productivity by implementing efficient document management systems for easy retrieval and storage.
Administrative Assistant
Alabama Power
01.2011 - 05.2017
- Maintained confidentiality of sensitive information by adhering to strict privacy policies and implementing secure filing systems.
- Improved document organization with thorough file maintenance, archiving outdated records as necessary for efficient retrieval when needed.
- Delivered excellent customer service through prompt responses to client inquiries, addressing concerns effectively, and building strong relationships.
- Coordinated office supply inventory management, proactively ordering necessary items before depletion to avoid workflow disruptions.
- Supported multi-levels of management to executives.
Education
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Information Management
Faulkner University
Montgomery, AL 05.2001 -
Skills
Business Development
Event Planning and Execution
Networking and Collaboration
Operations Management
Staff Management
Relationship Building
Cost Reduction
Business Administration
Labor Relations
Administrative Oversight
Consulting
Budget Administration
Accomplishments
- Documented and resolved financial issues which led to recovery of almost 7 figures by reduction of spending as I was attached to a hospital unit, 81st RSC as a Army Reserve Soldier in Homewood, AL led by a Master Sargent . I received an accommodation medal for my work.
- As an employee with Alabama Power Safety and Health Corporate Division lead by Charles Shaw, who is currently retired, allowed me to support his team through entering expense reports, time keeper, remodeling workspace for the entire department supported by maintenace while staying within budget and plan off site events for management and executives.
Timeline
Boutique Owner
Self-employeed
07.2024 - Current
Treasurer
Volunter for Hoover High School AFJrROTC
06.2024 - Current
Legal Assistant
Sperling and Moore, PC
05.2023 - 05.2024
Certified Notary Public
Sperling and Moore, PC
01.2023 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Alabama Power
01.2011 - 05.2017
Associate of Science - Business Administration And Information Management
Faulkner University
05.2001 -
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