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Joy L. Kaminski

Orchard Park,NY

Summary

Creative and dedicated professional, leveraging leadership and organizational strengths for end-to-end event planning. Dependable and skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations, plus managing multiple priorities and challenges with a positive attitude to best enhance the organization. Committed focus on employee development and inclusive work environment. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Communications and Outreach Coordinator

Nativity Of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church
07.2016 - Current
  • Coordinated community outreach programs that resulted in stronger relationships with local organizations and greater parishioner involvement
  • Managed relationships with external vendors and contractors to acquire mutually benefiting contracts and successful project delivery.
  • Improved team productivity with regular communication, staff meetings, and progress updates, fostering collaborative work environment.
  • Managed project timelines for successful completion, ensuring milestones were met and deadlines were adhered to.
  • Coached employees through day-to-day work and complex problems.
  • Collaborated with department heads to develop strategic plans aligning with overall parish objectives, fostering unified approach toward shared goals.
  • Increased efficiency by streamlining coordination processes and implementing new organizational systems.
  • Organized parish-wide events that boosted employee and parishioner morale while cultivating unified spirit.
  • Spearheaded volunteer programs that positively impacted local communities while showcasing Nativity's commitment to faith and community.
  • Managed Community Calendar to coordinate meetings and events for School, Parish, and Outreach?Inreach Ministries.
  • Organized spaces, materials and catering support for internal and ministry-focused meetings.
  • Provided various levels of support for parishioners which included funeral and cemetery preparations.

Vice President of Operations

TANNING BED, LTD.
01.1997 - 01.2014
  • Managed 30 direct reports and oversaw daily operations
  • Executed high-impact corporate events to improve staff performance, motivate leadership, increase brand awareness, and drive revenues and market share
  • Led and coordinated corporate expansion efforts, opening new stores, and negotiating and managing leases
  • Organized and oversaw large-scale store maintenance, remodeling, and closing projects, and administered capital project budgets of up to $100,000
  • Developed and implemented streamlined banking procedures to enhance efficiency of corporate banking system, improve transparency, and mitigate risk of theft
  • Monitored accounts payable and receivable with annual operating budget accountability
  • Applied excellent problem-solving, process development, and strategic implementation skills to lead and support all areas of operations.
  • Processed payroll for 300+ employees and reported payroll taxes for organization.

Director of Communications

TANNING BED, LTD.
01.2005 - 01.2009
  • Promoted to design, develop, and manage massive internal/external call center from initial start-up to full operational status, managing 50 employees
  • Established systems and policies, and scheduled inside and external calls to address member inquiries
  • Developed expert employee training to enhance call center performance, which led to marked improvements in customer satisfaction rates and reduced resolution time
  • Organized and executed 'Rodeo Party' for 500+ employees, vendors, suppliers, management team, and corporate office staff for contributions to company's steady success.
  • Improved social media presence with tailored content strategies for each platform, resulting in higher audience engagement.
  • Optimized email marketing campaigns for improved open rates, click-throughs, and conversions.

Education

Coursework Towards Certification - Human Resources And Project Management

Villanova University
Villanova, PA

Master of Science - Organizational And Strategic Leadership

ROBERTS WESLEYAN COLLEGE
Rochester, NY

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Rochester, NY

Coursework Towards Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management

CORNELL UNIVERSITY
AIHS, Canberra, Australia

Coursework Towards Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management

PURDUE UNIVERSITY
West Lafayette, IN

Executive Strengths

Event Planning & Coordination                         Change Management

Project Design & Management                          Relationship Building

Budgeting & Cost Control                                  Organizational Performance 

Corporate Expansion Project Leadership        Process Reengineering

Vendor Management                                          Training & Education Development

Sales & Revenue Capture                                   Dynamic Team Building

Talent Acquisition & Retention

Timeline

Communications and Outreach Coordinator

Nativity Of Our Lord Roman Catholic Church
07.2016 - Current

Director of Communications

TANNING BED, LTD.
01.2005 - 01.2009

Vice President of Operations

TANNING BED, LTD.
01.1997 - 01.2014

Coursework Towards Certification - Human Resources And Project Management

Villanova University

Master of Science - Organizational And Strategic Leadership

ROBERTS WESLEYAN COLLEGE

Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management

ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY

Coursework Towards Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management

CORNELL UNIVERSITY

Coursework Towards Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management

PURDUE UNIVERSITY
Joy L. Kaminski