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Kimika Woodson

Kimika Woodson

Riverdale,GA

Summary

Insightful Project Manager dedicated to identifying and cultivating team members' skills and talents. Polished in implementing continuous enhancements and building and maintaining accurate project budgets. Focused and driven team player practiced in leading multiple simultaneous projects leveraging proven project management tools. I have 15 yrs of experience with the energy to match. Focused Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in directing manufacturing employees and keeping efficient production in accordance with quality standards. Applying creative and analytical approach to operations for continuous process improvement. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions. Excels through mentoring, training and empowering team to excel in performance.

Overview

6
6
years of professional experience

Work History

Project Manager

K.I.M Dance & Promotiins LLC.
Riverdale, GA
10.2018 - 08.2023
  • Implemented effective communication protocols between internal teams working on different aspects of a given project.
  • Developed and maintained project plans, timelines, and budgets.
  • Created project plans with established timelines, assigned to appropriate teams and managed workflow throughout construction.
  • Submitted budget estimates, progress reports and cost tracking reports.
  • Created and implemented processes to ensure successful completion of projects.
  • Led meetings with internal team members, consultants and contractors.
  • Produced thorough, accurate and timely reports of project activities.
  • Maintained records of all documents related to each project including specifications, change orders, invoices.
  • Built and established strong partnerships with teams, vendors and contractors.
  • Collaborated closely with senior management on long-term strategic planning initiatives related to projects in development or execution stages.
  • Forecasted, scheduled and monitored project timelines, personnel performance, and cost efficiency.

Event Planner

City of Riverdale
Riverdale, GA
03.2017 - 04.2023
  • Attended and participated in industry events.
  • Managed registration process including collecting participant information and issuing badges and tokens.
  • Secured event sponsorships and auction items for charitable initiatives.
  • Sourced speakers and special guests for wide range of corporate, industry and charitable events.
  • Negotiated with vendors to achieve most favorable terms.
  • Organized event facility, food and beverage selections and audio-visual arrangements.
  • Utilized internal databases to prepare and distribute guest lists, electronic invitations and registration processes.
  • Provided technical support during events such as audio, visual equipment setup, operation and troubleshooting.
  • Arranged security, printing and supply vendors to meet unique requirements of each event.
  • Organized resources for events with up to 1000 attendees and $100,000.00 budgets.
  • Scheduled and attended pre-event meetings with clients to discuss event details and objectives.
  • Worked in tandem with department head to coordinate logistics of all calendar events.
  • Coordinated plans and specific event needs with internal personnel.
  • Liaised between clients and company to verify contract fulfillment.
  • Managed accounts and worked to continuously develop new revenue from existing clients.
  • Initiated post-event evaluations to assess success levels of events.
  • Collaborated with marketing team to create promotional materials for upcoming events.
  • Hired, trained and supervised volunteers and support staff required for events.
  • Created program activities, agendas and budgets based on client requirements.
  • Handled customer service inquiries related to specific events or venues.
  • Maintained accurate records related to attendance, budgeting, contracts.

Education

Associate of Science - Criminal Justice

ITT-technical Institute , Forest Park, GA
06.2012
  • Honor Roll 2010,2011,2012
  • Major in Criminal justice/ psychology
  • Highest honors Recipient
  • Deans list
  • Dean's List Honoree Seven times 2010-2012
  • Completed continuing education in probation/ criminal prevention programs

Skills

  • Productivity Improvement
  • Contract Management
  • Procedure Development
  • Schedule Management
  • Project Development
  • Project Management
  • Inventory Control
  • Work Flow Planning
  • Cost Control
  • Strategic Planning
  • Vendor Sourcing
  • Project Planning
  • Staff Retention
  • Performance Improvements
  • Expense Reports
  • Project Feedback Data
  • Conflict Management
  • Client Relations
  • Staff Management
  • Purchasing and Procurement
  • Staff Training and Motivation

Timeline

Project Manager - K.I.M Dance & Promotiins LLC.
10.2018 - 08.2023
Event Planner - City of Riverdale
03.2017 - 04.2023
ITT-technical Institute - Associate of Science, Criminal Justice

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