Laken Strong
Hampton,AR
Summary
Motivated business professional bringing 5 years of entrepreneurial experience. Dedicated and personable with extensive experience in managing administrative and sales operations and personnel. Well-versed in training, educating, motivating and supporting staff members.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Owner
AK's Boutique
04.2019 - Current
- Prepared bank deposits and handled business sales, returns and transaction reports.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Put together realistic budgets based upon costs and fees for successfully operating business.
- Developed and implemented marketing strategies to generate new customers and increase sales and profit margins.
- Oversaw business budget planning and administration, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll to handle financial needs.
- Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
- Trained and motivated employees to perform daily business functions.
- Promoted business via social media to generate leads and maximize brand identity.
- Advertised products and services online, social media and through traditional campaigns to target ideal consumers.
Administrative Assistant
Everett Contracting
11.2018 - 04.2019
- Answered multi-line phone system, routing calls, delivering messages to staff and greeting visitors.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Scheduled office meetings and client appointments for staff teams.
- Received and sorted incoming mail and packages to record, dispatch, or distribute to correct recipient.
- Created and maintained databases to track and record customer data.
Education
Associate of Arts - Accounting
South Arkansas Community College
El Dorado, AR05.2018
Skills
- Balance Sheets
- Market and Competitor Research
- Operations Management
- Business Marketing
- Desktops, Laptops and Mobile Devices
- Payroll Administration and Timekeeping
- Business Growth and Retention
- Small Business Sales Transactions
Timeline
Business Owner
AK's Boutique
04.2019 - Current
Administrative Assistant
Everett Contracting
11.2018 - 04.2019
Associate of Arts - Accounting
South Arkansas Community College
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