Dragon Wilbanks
Corpus Christi,TX
Summary
Self-motivated, organized, dependable perspective, committed to facilitating a positive and productive environment with a fulfilling sense of team work. With over a decade of contract work as a registered Yoga instructor and personal trainer, safety, empathy, and clear communication, are key components to provide meaningful work. Meaningful work that, positively impacts the community as a whole. The earned position in Sigma Kappa Delta English Honor Society, as Eta Epsilon chapter officer at, Jefferson State Community Collage, imbedded the professional habits of paying attention to detail, presentable documenting, and respectfully enforcing rules and restrictions. Added responsibilities and creative projects which, contribute to the set goals, are welcomed and received with an open mind. Motivated to contribute and grow current professional skills sets to support and assist a team equally dedicated to improving quality of services.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Education
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
Jefferson State Community College
Birmingham, AL 08.2018 - 08.2019
Work History
Event Planner
Sigma Kappa Delta English Honor Society, ETA Chpt.
Birmingham , AL
2018.01 - 2018.05
- Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
- Performed event coordination for larger parties and gatherings.
- Performed face-to-face meetings to finalize contract for services and event details.
- Authorized financial transactions with vendors for event services.
- Arranged display equipment, transportation, and other day-of-event needs.
- Supervised helpers and co-workers.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Selected and ordered décor and event materials.
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Interviewed clients to understand event scopes of work, establish budgets and determine timelines for venue selection, guest list finalization, and rehearsal, ceremonies, and receptions.
- Corresponded with clients to answer questions and resolve issues.
- Designed and implemented efforts to publicize events and promote sponsorships.
- Prepared variety of different written communications, reports and documents.
Phlebotomist Intern
Quest Diagnostics
Las Vegas , NV
2013.11 - 2014.02
- Collected blood samples using vacutainer tubes, tourniquets, syringes, butterfly needles, and straight needles.
- Protected patients by following infection control, sharps disposal and biohazardous waste disposal procedures.
- Completed proper sanitation and cleaning of equipment and work areas between patients.
- Used personal protective equipment correctly to protect coworkers and patients.
- Labeled transfer tubes and followed exact directions for handling and storing specimens for transport.
- Monitored patients for reactions and verified sample quality.
- Reviewed patient records for accuracy and completeness.
- Tracked collected specimens by initialing, dating and noting times of collection.
- Organized daily work based on collection priority.
- Assembled tourniquets, needles and blood collection devices to prepare work trays.
- Spoke with patient to gather information for lab records, reduce fear or anxiety and optimize cooperation.
Trainer/Instructor
Self-employed
Tampa & Las Vegas , FL, NV
2007.07 - 2015.11
- Mentored new hires, resulting in stronger staff development and increased productivity.
- Monitored participant workflow and behaviors throughout training process.
- Scheduled and taught classes to increase learning opportunities.
- Performed continuous evaluations of content and plans in order to enhance delivery and improve effectiveness.
- Tracked attendance and progress against goals for each participant.
- Quickly adapted training plans for client needs, keeping timelines, budgets and desires in mind.
- Assessed student needs to develop effective training plans.
- Gathered and organized supplementary material to support structured lessons.
- Eliminated process gaps by implementing new methods of standardized training.
- Educated clients on at-home methods to reach and maintain goals, crafting plans for long-term success.
- Handled over 10 daily clients, switching between classes flawlessly and maintaining positive attitude.
- Administered first-aid care in emergency situations, remaining level-headed and helping clients feel better.
Event host
Las Vegas Stripper Pole University
Las Vegas , NV
2012.03 - 2015.11
- Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
- Managed event logistics and operations.
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Selected and ordered décor and event materials.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Mentored customer service, marketing, sales and accounting teams.
- Fostered relationships with local wedding suppliers to obtain best price, quality, and delivery of products.
- Attended bridal industry events to promote services and build relationships with prospective vendors.
- Interviewed clients to understand event scopes of work, establish budgets and determine timelines for venue selection, guest list finalization, and rehearsal, ceremonies, and receptions.
- Maintained high volume of bookings by advertising through traditional, digital and social media channels.
- Entertained guests with music matching desired genres and tempo.
- Installed, operated and maintained audio and video equipment at venues.
- Planned large-scale events such as trade shows, conferences and meetings.
Public Speaking
Skills
- Public Relations Strategy
- Promotion and Advertising
- Presenting Information
- Adobe Systems Adobe Creative Cloud
- Activity Monitoring
- Microsoft Proficient
- Onesite knowledgeable
- Efficient
- Customer Satisfaction
- Microsoft Office
- Willingness to Learn
Certification
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Yoga Instructor
- CPT - Certified Personal Trainer
- CGFI - Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Timeline
Associate of Arts - English Language And Literature
Jefferson State Community College
08.2018 - 08.2019
Event Planner
Sigma Kappa Delta English Honor Society, ETA Chpt.
2018.01 - 2018.05
Phlebotomist Intern
Quest Diagnostics
2013.11 - 2014.02
Event host
Las Vegas Stripper Pole University
2012.03 - 2015.11
Trainer/Instructor
Self-employed
2007.07 - 2015.11
- PT - Phlebotomy Technician
- Certified Yoga Instructor
- CPT - Certified Personal Trainer
- CGFI - Certified Group Fitness Instructor
Public Speaking
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