Kyeler Ward
Ashdown,AR
Summary
Dynamic and adaptable, I leveraged my fire suppression and exceptional communication skills at Jacks Isle Fire Department, enhancing emergency response efficiency. As an entrepreneur, I significantly improved profitability through strategic negotiations and team leadership. My experience in fast-paced environments and commitment to continuous learning underscore my ability to excel in challenging roles.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
Work History
Volunteer Firefighter
Jacks Isle Fire Department
Jacks Isle Fire Department In Ashdown Arkansas
05.2024 - Current
- Collaborated closely with fellow firefighters to ensure smooth communication and coordination during emergencies.
- Strengthened firefighter skills through ongoing professional development opportunities such as attending workshops or conferences related to the field.
- Upheld high levels of readiness while on call, ensuring timely response to any potential emergencies.
- Minimized risk of accidents on scene by following established protocols regarding traffic control management.
Entrepreneur
I Helped My Grandpa Sell Fruit Mainly Watermelons
Texarkana, TX
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
- Managed financial aspects of the business including budgeting, forecasting, cash flow management, and financial reporting to stakeholders.
- Enhanced online presence with well-designed websites, engaging social media content, and targeted digital advertising campaigns.
- Launched new product lines successfully through comprehensive planning, strategy and research.
- Streamlined operations by identifying inefficiencies and implementing cost-saving measures that improved overall profitability.
- Reduced budgetary expenditures by effectively negotiating contracts for more advantageous terms.
- Negotiated price and service with customers and vendors to decrease expenses and increase profit.
- Monitored daily cash discrepancies, inventory shrinkage and drive-off.
- Identified and qualified customer needs and negotiated and closed profitable projects with high success rate.
- Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.
- Recruited, hired, and trained initial personnel, working to establish key internal functions and outline scope of positions for new organization.
- Led a team of professionals, fostering a culture of creativity, collaboration, and performance excellence.
Arkansas National Guard Youth Challenge Program
I Did This To Better Myself
Little Rock, AR
04.2022 - 10.2022
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
Education
High School Diploma -
Ashdown High School
Ashdown Arkansas 751 Rankin St05-2024
Skills
- Vehicle extrication
- Fire prevention
- Fire suppression
- Hazardous materials handling
- Incident command
- Physical fitness
- Burning building entry tactics
- Rescue operations
- Wildland firefighting
- First aid and CPR
- Fire safety
Timeline
Entrepreneur
I Helped My Grandpa Sell Fruit Mainly Watermelons
06.2024 - 10.2024
Volunteer Firefighter
Jacks Isle Fire Department
05.2024 - Current
Arkansas National Guard Youth Challenge Program
I Did This To Better Myself
04.2022 - 10.2022
High School Diploma -
Ashdown High School