Mamadou Kante
New York,New York
Summary
I'm Mamadou, a motivated, first-generation Business Administration graduate hungry for real-world experience and eager to dive into the corporate arena. With a strong academic foundation under my belt, I'm ready to roll up my sleeves and tackle challenges head-on. I thrive on learning and am excited to contribute my skills and knowledge to any organization willing to give me the chance to prove myself. Bring on the opportunities, I'm ready to make my mark.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate
Express Clothing
New York, NY
06.2022 - 06.2024
- Helped customers find specific products, answered questions and offered product advice.
- Processed credit card transactions quickly and securely.
- Performed cashier duties such as accepting payments, issuing receipts and counting money back change.
- Processed transactions using a point-of-sale system.
- Upsold additional items based on customer interests and needs.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of store merchandise and policies.
- Attended weekly team meetings to review performance goals and objectives.
- Provided accurate information about products, prices and services.
- Engaged customers in friendly, professional dialogue to determine needs.
Technical Records Assistant
Frederick Crumb Memorial Library
Potsdam, New York
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Retrieved documents and files from records rooms and online databases.
- Maintained databases by inputting data from a variety of sources.
- Organized files according to established procedures and protocols.
- Performed regular audits of existing records to ensure compliance with company policies and regulations.
- Conducted periodic checks on stored items to verify their condition.
- Created or updated records with new files or information.
- Performed routine inventory checks and notified supervisors of needed materials and shortages.
Campus Library Assistant
Frederick Crumb Memorial Library
Potsdam, NY
01.2022 - 01.2023
- Returned books to circulation by placing on proper shelves.
- Scanned documents into the library's digital repository system.
- Processed interlibrary loan requests for patrons.
- Answered phones to respond to patron inquiries or direct calls appropriately.
- Conducted inventory of library collections on a regular basis.
- Performed basic computer troubleshooting and maintenance tasks.
- Greeted patrons upon entrance to library and offered assistance with needs or issues.
- Managed reserve materials by placing items on reserve for library patrons, checking items in and out of library and removing out-of-date items.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
State University of New York At Potsdam
05-2024
High School Diploma -
Humanities Preparatory Academy
06.2020
Skills
- Problem-Solving
- Customer Service
- Excellent Communication Skills
- Critical Thinking and Analysis
- Computer Skills
- People Skills
- Database Updating
- Project Coordination
- Performance Improvement
- File and Document Management
- MS Office
- Microsoft Excel
- Time Management
- Social media content creation
- Energetic and Enthusiastic
- Team Collaboration
Accomplishments
Strategic Operations Entrepreneurship Competition
-60th Annual Competition Winner
- Secured first place among multiple other competing teams.
- Developed and presented a comprehensive business plan for a multi-functional shower head with a motion-sensor dispenser
- Demonstrated excellence in strategic planning, market analysis, financial forecasting, and operational execution.
- Received recognition for innovation, presentation skills, and strategic insights by a panel of industry experts.
Timeline
Technical Records Assistant
Frederick Crumb Memorial Library
01.2023 - 05.2024
Sales Associate
Express Clothing
06.2022 - 06.2024
Campus Library Assistant
Frederick Crumb Memorial Library
01.2022 - 01.2023
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
State University of New York At Potsdam
High School Diploma -
Humanities Preparatory Academy