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
Orchard Park, NY
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, PAMaster of Science - Organizational And Strategic Leadership
ROBERTS WESLEYAN COLLEGE
Rochester, NYBachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management
ROCHESTER INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
Rochester, NYCoursework Towards Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management
CORNELL UNIVERSITY
AIHS, Canberra, AustraliaCoursework Towards Bachelor of Science - Hospitality and Service Management
PURDUE UNIVERSITY
West Lafayette, INExecutive 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