Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Relevant Experience
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Jennifer VanHal

Clute,TX

Summary

Dedicated and results-driven small business owner with a diverse skill set, seeking to leverage my entrepreneurial experience in a role as an Executive Assistant. Possessing strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills, I am well-equipped to provide effective support to senior executives, ensuring the efficient functioning of their offices. My background in running a small business, managing finances, and handling a wide range of tasks positions me as an ideal candidate for this role.

Overview

23
23
years of professional experience

Work History

Small Business Owner

Unbridled Boutique & Unbridled TX
03.2010 - 12.2022
  • Successfully grew a startup business from a $1000 initial investment to annual sales of $200,000
  • Managed all aspects of the business, including financial operations, customer service, and team management
  • Maintained a detailed calendar, tracked expenses, and coordinated travel for business purposes
  • Demonstrated the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and problem-solve in high-pressure situations
  • Represented the business at fundraising galas and managed donations
  • Utilized basic financial management skills for budgeting and record-keeping.
  • Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity
  • Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers
  • Designed business plan to define concept, short-term and long-term goals and strategies
  • Researched trends and current innovations to determine competition and develop competitive pricing points
  • Provided elite customer service by resolving escalated problems and calmly responding to shifting priorities
  • Fulfilled customer shipping needs by completing all purchase orders and customer invoices
  • Participated in business events, conferences and trade shows to promote products and network with business owners and prospective clients

Corporate Bartending and Serving Trainer

Applebee's, Inc.
05.2000 - 11.2008
  • Developed and executed training programs for bartenders and servers, ensuring adherence to Applebee's service standards
  • Provided hands-on training in bartending and serving techniques, emphasizing quality and consistency
  • Conducted regular evaluations, provided constructive feedback, and identified areas for improvement
  • Collaborated with management and other departments to enhance training materials and methods
  • Stayed updated on industry trends and to ensure training materials remained focus on training and coaching
  • Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and food safety practices.
  • Trained and mentored 50+ new personnel hired to fulfill various roles

Vehicle Title Clerk

Holiday Cars
06.2000 - 08.2002
  • Processing vehicle titles and registrations accurately and in compliance with legal requirements
  • Verifying and maintaining complete documentation for titles, liens, and bills of sale
  • Coordinating with various departments and customers for smooth title processing
  • Ensuring organized record-keeping and database management
  • Handling lien processing and fee collection
  • Resolving any discrepancies and providing excellent customer service
  • Staying updated on regulations and industry practices through ongoing training.
  • Examined, processed and verified 100+ titles monthly between new and used vehicle sales.

Education

Associate of Arts -

Brazosport College
Lake Jackson, TX
05.2024

High School Diploma -

United South Central High School
Wells, MN
05.1998

Skills

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
  • Exceptional organizational and time management skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication abilities
  • Expertise in scheduling and calendar management
  • Proven track record of multitasking and prioritizing tasks effectively
  • Experienced in travel coordination, including flight and hotel bookings
  • Solid background in customer service, conflict resolution, and problem-solving
  • Detail-oriented and committed to maintaining confidentiality
  • Entrepreneurial spirit and ability to adapt to changing situations
  • Basic understanding of financial management, budgeting, and record-keeping
  • Background in agriculture and safety practices

Relevant Experience

  • Small Business Owner, Unbridled Boutique & Unbridled TX, 2010-01-01, 2022-01-01, Successfully grew a startup business from a $1000 initial investment to annual sales of $200,000. Managed all aspects of the business, including financial operations, customer service, and team management. Maintained a detailed calendar, tracked expenses, and coordinated travel for business purposes. Demonstrated the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and problem-solve in high-pressure situations. Represented the business at fundraising galas and managed donations. Utilized basic financial management skills for budgeting and record-keeping.
  • Corporate Bartending and Serving Trainer, Applebee's, Inc., 2000-01-01, 2008-01-01, Developed and executed training programs for bartenders and servers, ensuring adherence to Applebee's service standards. Provided hands-on training in bartending and serving techniques, emphasizing quality and consistency. Conducted regular evaluations, provided constructive feedback, and identified areas for improvement. Collaborated with management and other departments to enhance training materials and methods. Stayed updated on industry trends and to ensure training materials remained focus on training and coaching. Familiarity with relevant laws, regulations, and food safety practices.
  • Vehicle Title Clerk, Holiday Cars, 2000-01-01, 2002-01-01, Processing vehicle titles and registrations accurately and in compliance with legal requirements. Verifying and maintaining complete documentation for titles, liens, and bills of sale. Coordinating with various departments and customers for smooth title processing. Ensuring organized record-keeping and database management. Handling lien processing and fee collection. Resolving any discrepancies and providing excellent customer service. Staying updated on regulations and industry practices through ongoing training.

References

Available upon request.

Timeline

Small Business Owner

Unbridled Boutique & Unbridled TX
03.2010 - 12.2022

Vehicle Title Clerk

Holiday Cars
06.2000 - 08.2002

Corporate Bartending and Serving Trainer

Applebee's, Inc.
05.2000 - 11.2008

Associate of Arts -

Brazosport College

High School Diploma -

United South Central High School
Jennifer VanHal