Highly-motivated employee with desire to take on new challenges. Strong work ethic, adaptability and exceptional interpersonal skills. Adept at working effectively unsupervised and quickly mastering new skills.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Certified Dog Trainer
Petco
Ellicott City, Maryland
03.2023 - Current
Successfully increased the dog training business at current store by 50%
Develop and implement individualized training programs for each dog based on their unique needs.
Monitor dogs' progress during training sessions and made necessary adjustments to reach desired results.
Owner
All That's Golden Designs
Ellicott City, Maryland
05.2020 - Current
Create one-of-a-kind handcrafted items from a variety of materials including wood, metal, fabric and paper.
Organize workshops and classes teaching basic crafting skills to students of all ages.
Develop marketing strategies to promote handmade crafts at various events.
Manage relationships with vendors by negotiating contracts, pricing agreements and delivery schedules.
Maintain relationships with existing clients by providing superior customer service.
Coach
Howard County Public School System
Ellicott City, Maryland
08.2007 - 07.2019
Provided guidance to participants in order to help them develop their skills and achieve desired goals.
Mentored team members in order to build confidence and foster a supportive environment.
Coordinated fundraising events to raise money for equipment and travel expenses.
Senior Marketing Associate
The Columbia Bank
Columbia, Maryland
09.2005 - 12.2006
Developed and implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness, customer loyalty, and revenue growth.
Managed relationships with external vendors such as advertising agencies and media outlets.
Designed and produced graphic art and visual materials for various internal and external marketing campaigns.
Executive Assistant
The Columbia Bank
Columbia, Maryland
02.2004 - 09.2005
Organized and managed complex calendar of appointments, meetings, and travel arrangements for executive team.
Maintained confidential records and files related to executive operations.
Prepared reports, presentations, agendas, minutes, and other documents as needed by the executive staff.
Performed data entry tasks into various software programs including MS Excel spreadsheets.
Tackled and addressed top-level, high-priority issues with professional administrative discretion.
Senior Account Executive
The Leffler Agency
Baltimore, Maryland
02.2001 - 08.2002
Created and managed advertising campaigns, including budgeting, scheduling, tracking and reporting.
Generated ideas for promotional activities such as contests, sweepstakes, coupons and other incentives.
Coordinated with graphic designers to produce materials such as banners, posters and brochures.
Negotiated contracts with media outlets for the placement of advertisements.
Oversaw production processes from concept through completion including print, digital and broadcast mediums.
Managed day-to-day client accounts, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Towson University
Baltimore, MD
05-2000
Skills
Client Relationship Building
Project Planning
Attention to Detail
Copywriting
Adaptability and Flexibility
Self Motivation
MS Office, Canva, Slack, Google Suite
Agency Experience
Affiliations
Dog Owner and Lover
Photography
Travel
Charity Volunteer
Avid Reader
Volunteer Work
Volunteer for Warrior Canine Connection since 2018
Trained and Raised four service dogs in training for deserving Veterans
Accomplishments
Recipient of the President's Volunteer Service Award, Gold status, for my work with Warrior Canine Connection
Three-time recipient of The State of Maryland Certificate of Appreciation for my work with Warrior Canine Connection