Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Leadership Experience and Activities
Activities and Interships
References
Timeline
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Keslen Kessie

Elkridge

Summary

A high-achieving student with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Sales Associate

Designer Shoe Warehouse
03.2024 - Current
  • Organized racks and shelves to maintain store visual appeal, engage customers, and promote specific merchandise.
  • Handled cash transactions efficiently while adhering to company cash handling policies, ensuring accuracy in all financial exchanges.
  • Managed returns, exchanges and refunds in accordance with store policy.

Store Associate

CVS Pharmacy
01.2022 - 08.2024
  • Provided top-notch customer service, enhancing shopping experiences and increasing repeat business
  • Retrieved, lifted and carried items from shelves and floor stacks
  • Organized, stocked and maintained inventory room
  • Described store policies and procedures to customers
  • Greeted customers, helped locate merchandise, and suggested suitable options.
  • Maintained a clean and safe shopping environment for customers through regular cleaning and monitoring of store conditions.
  • Utilized strong multitasking abilities to manage multiple responsibilities simultaneously during busy periods.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by providing efficient and friendly service while handling transactions.

Education

High School Diploma -

Oakland Mills High School
Columbia, MD
05.2024

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Howard University
Washington, DC
05.2028

Skills

  • Perseverance
  • Communicator
  • Team Player
  • Dependable
  • Leader
  • Caring
  • Goal-Driven
  • Problem-solving skills
  • Teamwork and Collaboration
  • Customer Service

Leadership Experience and Activities

Communications and Operations Officer, May 2023- May 2024

Oakland Mills United- Columbia, Maryland

  • Duties included serving as a social media manager, a financial assistant to the finance officer, and a newspaper columnist for our newsletter.


Church Worker, Sunday School Teacher, November 2023-May 2024

Revival International Church- Columbia, Maryland

  • Worked as a photographer and supporter, taking photos to post on the Instagram account and giving water and snacks to participants., An active participant in the setting up of church and Sunday school, Involved in counting tithes, Sanitizing and cleaning the church after closing, Bookkeeper of church attendees
  • Increased teaching skills by 50% by planning lessons and activities for kids to learn, act as a guide during prayer, and leading praise and worship


Member, Vice President,  November 2023-May 2024

Leadership International - Columbia, Maryland

  • Managed our organization's social media platform, increased community engagement, and initiated the organization’s first volunteering event.

Activities and Interships

Participant, January 2023

The Annual Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday Celebration in Howard County- Columbia, Maryland 

  • Sang the National Anthem


Volunteer, May 2023- November 2024

Casey Cares- Columbia, Maryland     

  • Responsibilities were to package birthday surprises/bundles and entering data about our patients and their family activities through the organization's program. Participated in events such as the Casey Cares 5K Run Walk Fundraiser.


Member, November 2023-May 2024

Science National Honors Society- Columbia, Maryland                       

  • Participated in the Science Outreach for middle and elementary schools in Howard County, where we prepared an event to conduct experiments and talk to students about joining the science programs in the future at Oakland Mills High School.


Member, May 2023-May 2024

Women In STEM- Columbia, Maryland                 

  • Learned about different STEM related programs and opportunities. Volunteered in the STEM based projects around the school community such as performing experiments with Oakland Mills daycare children.


Observer, December 2023-February 2024

Johns Hopkins Howard County Medical Center Observership: Obstetrics & Gynecology Office- Columbia, Maryland      

  • Participated in the shadowing of an Obstetrician Gynecologist listening and taking notes of the duties and tasks completed in their daily schedules. Observed medical exams such as breast exam and pap smear and asked questions pertaining to the specialty.

References

References Available Upon Request

Timeline

Sales Associate

Designer Shoe Warehouse
03.2024 - Current

Store Associate

CVS Pharmacy
01.2022 - 08.2024

High School Diploma -

Oakland Mills High School

Bachelor of Science - Biology

Howard University
Keslen Kessie