Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline
Hi, I’m

Mary Helen Abel

Madison,MS

Summary

Proposal Manager recognized for driving development and optimizing team performance, with a talent for transforming complex data into persuasive content. Committed to leveraging skills to further enhance organizational growth and success.

Overview

15
years of professional experience
3
Certification

Work History

HORNE
Ridgeland, MS

Proposal Manager
03.2022 - Current

Job overview

  • Managed all aspects of the proposal development process including scheduling, tracking progress and deadlines.
  • Collaborated with subject matter experts to develop compelling content that meets customer needs.
  • Researched and analyzed customer requirements to ensure proposals are tailored to meet their needs.
  • Assisted in developing pricing strategies for proposed projects.
  • Reviewed employee performance and provided ongoing feedback and coaching to drive performance improvement.

The Montessori Academy of Jackson
Jackson, MS

Director of Operations
08.2018 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Enhanced recruitment and admissions processes, boosting retention by 30% within one year.
  • Advised Head of School on staffing, scheduling, accreditation, and professional development.

Turnkey Service, Inc
Madison, MS

Office Manager
02.2010 - 03.2022

Job overview

  • Responsible for all business activities-including accounting, analysis, taxes, and personnel
  • GSA Contract Administrator

Education

Louisiana State University Shreveport
Shreveport

MBA from Project Manager
12-2023

Millsaps College
Jackson, MS

BBA from Business Administration
05.2008

Skills

  • Achievement-Driven
  • Strategic Relationship Building
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Proposal development
  • Compliance monitoring
  • Written communication
  • Analytical thinking
  • Team collaboration
  • Task delegation
  • Relationship building

Certification

  • Certified Lean Practitioner
  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • CF APMP

Timeline

Proposal Manager

HORNE
03.2022 - Current

Director of Operations

The Montessori Academy of Jackson
08.2018 - 03.2022

Office Manager

Turnkey Service, Inc
02.2010 - 03.2022

Louisiana State University Shreveport

MBA from Project Manager

Millsaps College

BBA from Business Administration
Mary Helen Abel