Karis Wright
Summary
Highly organized and detail-oriented professional with a strong work ethic and dedication to achieving goals. Skilled at developing and maintaining documentation systems, managing calendars, and preparing reports. Knowledgeable in project management principles, business processes, and customer service best practices.
Currently pursuing the following certifications:
- SQL
- Oracle
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Firmwide Diversity Equity and Inclusion Senior Coordinator
Crowe LLP
04.2023 - Current
- Updates Diversity Equity and Inclusion SharePoint site
- Sends monthly Business Resource Group newsletter - powered by Canva
- Coordinates 5 different Diversity Conferences
- Uses proficiency in knowledge of the Zoom and ON24 virtual meeting platforms to conduct (and train) the production of both firm-wide and external webinar meetings
- Enters data, generates reports, and produces tracking documents
- Sets priorities and problem-solve workflow issues to maintain rapport with stakeholders
- Gathers and organizes materials to support operations
- Prepares agendas and takes notes at meetings to archive proceedings
- Participates in workshops and in-service meetings to enhance personal growth and professional development
- Uses job-related software to draft and finalize written correspondence and documentation
- Manages company schedule to coordinate calendar and arrange travel
Office Lead Senior Associate
Crowe LLP
02.2022 - 04.2023
- Managed all administrative support to the Atlanta office
- Created and maintained the Atlanta office budget
- Managed event planning, reservations, catering, and office supply inventory
- Collaborated with Partners, Business Unit leaders, and staff to better serve the Atlanta office
- Used extensive knowledge of internal business practices and priorities to proactively respond to daily issues and requests.
- Improved stakeholder satisfaction by quickly and effectively addressing inquiries and complaints.
- Approached each problem with fresh mind and analytical strategies to quickly resolve concerns.
- Served as liaison, facilitating communication between management and associates.
- Promptly mediated disputes between associates to promote better collaboration and avoid work disruption.
- Defined work plans in alignment with stakeholder requirements.
- Greeted customers and offered assistance for increased customer satisfaction.
- Prioritized tasks to meet tight deadlines, pitching in to assist others with project duties.
- Managed customer relations through communication and helpful interactions.
Welcome Ambassador and Orientation Facilitator
Crowe LLP
06.2020 - 02.2022
- Provided firmwide virtual support to the Onboarding team
- Co-presented Experienced/Campus New Hire Onboarding
- Contributed to new ideas that aim to enrich the Crowe Onboarding experience for interns and new hires
Senior Office Services Associate
Crowe LLP
11.2017 - 02.2022
- Provides operational support to the Atlanta office
- Assisted with senior management projects
- Developed a more efficient certified mail tracking database
- Provided Local Office Coordinator support for new hires
- Edited and formatted engagement letters for firm partners and senior management
- Supervised Cristo Rey High School Student Interns in the Atlanta office.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Georgia State University
Atlanta, GA12.2013
Skills
- Database Management
- Administrative Leadership
- Recordkeeping
- Data Entry
- Project Coordination
- Community Outreach
- Stakeholder Needs Assessment & Response
Timeline
Firmwide Diversity Equity and Inclusion Senior Coordinator
Crowe LLP
04.2023 - Current
Office Lead Senior Associate
Crowe LLP
02.2022 - 04.2023
Welcome Ambassador and Orientation Facilitator
Crowe LLP
06.2020 - 02.2022
Senior Office Services Associate
Crowe LLP
11.2017 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Arts - Sociology
Georgia State University
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