Karyn B. Williams
Miami,Florida
Summary
A highly competent and motivated self-starter who possesses strong communication, organizational, interpersonal, and analytical skills. An all-around individual with the ability to coordinate, manage, and direct numerous projects and important events as part of a team.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathology | Administrative Assistant
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Fort Lauderdale, USA
05.1997 - Current
- Provide administrative support to SLP Director/Department Chair.
- Prepared contracts for Clinic/Externship Placements.
- Acted as liaison between NSU Law Office and external clinic placement to establish compliance and facilitate effective communication.
- Updated and organized database for tracking contracts, ensuring accuracy and accessibility.
- Maintained and updated SLP Orientation Manuals.
- Planned and executed special departmental events, including graduation logistics and communication materials.
- Developed and implemented plans for diverse SLP events, including graduation brunch and dinner for staff and families, and staff holiday celebrations.
Office Manager & Supervisor
Crayons to Computers (C2C)
08.2000 - 03.2010
- Supervised six employees and established partnerships with local community leaders, K-12 schools in south Florida, City of North Miami Beach, and local businesses to enhance community engagement.
- Managed and directed warehouse & teacher store compliance with OSHA and NFPA certifications, including all NSU safety rules and regulations to provide an excellent services for C2C drivers, staff, guests, and teachers.
- Established a free store for teachers to access essential classroom supplies.
- Secured donations from corporations and individuals to supply a free store for teachers.
- Recruited teachers into NSU degree program through their participation in the store and various schedule weekly events.
- Planned and implemented advertising and promotional strategies for events and activities to increase visibility and participation.
- Planned all C2C events including some of the following: Young Authors’ Conferences for Students, Donor Appreciation Banquets, Teacher Recognition Awards Ceremonies, Quarterly Teacher Resource Fairs, Bi-weekly Teacher Workshops, Support for Broward and Miami-Dade County New Teachers, Art Shows, and Book Fairs.
- Collaborated with Development Department at NSU to generate targeted lists for securing donations, gift certificates, and vendor participation.
- Worked daily with other NSU departments to support degree programs and teachers in the tri-county areas.
- Prepared monthly and yearly reports for Fischler School Provost.
- Developed strategic plans and annual budgets.
Data Entry Specialist
Fischler Marketing Department
07.1999 - 08.2000
- Processed Purchase Orders and Check Requests with Banner Verification ensuring accurate order fulfillment.
- Generated and distributed reports and labels for various departments.
- Recorded and tracked marketing inquiries for various departments to streamline communication.
- Coordinated office supply inventory and orders, managing stock of marketing brochures, flyers, promotional merchandise, and gifts.
- Assisted Office Manager with the creation of marketing brochures.
- Prepared materials for individuals and programs for recruiting conferences.
Lead Customer Service Representative
NSU Eye Institute Clinic
05.1997 - 07.1999
- Provided exceptional customer service to patients and staff.
- Collaborated daily with co-workers, students, and doctors for efficient, professional, and friendly clinic.
- Coordinated room schedules for students and doctors to optimize clinic workflow.
- Executed office/clinic tasks including eyewear dispensing and cash collection, ensuring accurate daily and monthly balancing.
- Maintained medical records and ordered clinical supplies for the clinic, students, faculty to ensure operational efficiency.
- Prepared and updated clinical rules and regulations.
- Aligned clinical area with OSHA certification.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology | Administrative Assistant
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
Davie, FL02.2026
BA - Business Management
Nova Southeastern University
Fort Lauderdale, FL05.2016
AA - Dental Hygienist
Hostos Community College
Bronx, New York06.1994
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Bronx Community College
Bronx, NY06.1984
Skills
- Project management
- Program Coordination
- Proficient with Microsoft Operating System
- Detail-Oriented
- Effective communicator
- Team Leadership
- Collaborator
- Planner
- Problem Solver
- Critical Thinker
- Team Player
Accomplishments
- NSU’s Helen Graham Achievement Award of Excellence
- Fischler School of Education’s Employee of the Month (3 times)
References
Available upon request
Timeline
Office Manager & Supervisor
Crayons to Computers (C2C)
08.2000 - 03.2010
Data Entry Specialist
Fischler Marketing Department
07.1999 - 08.2000
Speech Language Pathology | Administrative Assistant
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
05.1997 - Current
Lead Customer Service Representative
NSU Eye Institute Clinic
05.1997 - 07.1999
Bachelor of Science - Speech Language Pathology | Administrative Assistant
NOVA SOUTHEASTERN UNIVERSITY
BA - Business Management
Nova Southeastern University
AA - Dental Hygienist
Hostos Community College
Certificate - Paralegal Studies
Bronx Community College