Maylyn Atkinson
Atlanta,Georgia
Summary
Seasoned professional with 23 years of diverse experience spanning administrative management, financial oversight, and staff coordination. Proven track record in supporting executive leadership, streamlining office operations, and leading high-performing teams. Demonstrates a unique blend of leadership from years in music industry and business administration.
Overview
23
23
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Lead Singer
Party On The Moon
11.2021 - Current
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
- Educated clients on proper exercise techniques, reducing risk of injury during workouts.
- Motivated clients to stay on track with fitness goals with positive and friendly approach.
- Trained clients during strength training, cardio vascular exercise, and stretching.
- Assisted clients with personal fitness goals through realistic objectives.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of fitness training methods to inform approach.
- Educated customers on preventive care, nutrition, fitness, stress management, and ergonomics.
- Developed, planned, and led personal and group fitness sessions as well as well-known specialty fitness programs.
Executive Administrator
Volpe Enterprises
03.2020 - 11.2021
- Managed key executive office staff and prioritized workloads.
- Increased efficiency within the organization through regular review and improvement of administrative policies and procedures.
- Optimized customer satisfaction by resolving inquiries promptly and ensuring accurate record-keeping in client databases.
- Served as a trusted advisor to executives providing guidance and support in strategic decisionmaking.
- Managed complex travel itineraries for executives to ensure seamless transportation logistics during business trips.
- Supported executive decision-making by conducting research, analyzing data, and providing insightful recommendations.
- Planned both internal and external events and staff trainings.
- Maintained a professional work environment by overseeing office space planning, equipment procurement, and facility management.
- Boosted employee morale with the coordination of team-building events, recognition programs, and staff celebrations.
- Collaborated with HR to streamline onboarding processes for new hires resulting in reduced timetoproductivity.
Bandleader, Lead Singer, Planner
CTO Artists
06.2007 - 11.2021
- Coordinated logistics for domestic and international tours, providing seamless experiences for both performers and audiences.
- Mentored junior members of the ensemble, fostering their personal growth as musicians and team players.
- Negotiated favorable terms with vendors and suppliers, reducing overall expenses without compromising quality or satisfaction levels.
- Developed a strong online presence with engaging content, increasing fan base and attracting new performance opportunities.
Owner/Director & Teacher
Music Nation Academy
01.2012 - 08.2019
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
- Oversaw daily operations, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently by team members.
- Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
- Managed financial aspects of the business, including budgeting, financial reporting, and tax preparation.
- Hired trained, and managed a high-performing team of employees dedicated to achieving company goals.
- Implemented marketing strategies to increase brand awareness and attract new customers.
Financial Assistant
Financial Assistant
07.2016 - 01.2018
- Reconciled statements and accounts and resolved variances.
- Supported clients'' needs by providing timely responses to inquiries regarding account status or transactions processed.
- Managed accounts payable processes, ensuring prompt payment of invoices while avoiding duplicate payments or late fees.
- Improved cash flow management by regularly tracking receivables and payables.
- Facilitated the development of strong vendor relationships through consistent communication on payment schedules.
- Assisted in the preparation of monthly financial statements, contributing to a more organized system.
- Collaborated with the accounting team to ensure accurate financial reporting and analysis.
- Helped reconcile bank statements and accounts and maintain accuracy and current records.
Voice & Piano Instructor
Doylestown Community Conservatory
09.2008 - 01.2011
- Arranged lessons to accommodate each student's unique goals and interests.
- Conducted individual and group music lessons lasting from 30 to 60 minutes each.
- Communicated regularly with parents to provide information about children's progress and challenges.
- Established strong music foundation with students by incorporating basic music theory into weekly lessons.
- Developed musical instruction with goal of end-of-term recital performance.
- Selected music from various genres for use as teaching pieces.
- Assisted students in developing self-discipline through consistent practice routines and goal-setting strategies.
- Prepared students for recitals, competitions, and exams, resulting in numerous successes and awards.
Buyer
Constar Inc.
05.2007 - 04.2008
- Built long-term supplier relationships with vendors to establish quality and competitive pricing.
- Collaborated with internal departments to better understand needs and determine purchasing requirements.
- Reduced procurement costs through strategic sourcing, competitive bidding, and effective negotiations.
- Developed strong relationships with suppliers to secure favorable pricing terms and conditions for the company''s benefit.
- Communicated with vendors regarding inventory needs and negotiated prices to maintain profit margins.
- Ensured timely delivery of products by closely monitoring vendor performance and addressing any issues promptly.
- Computed and created purchase orders to monitor stock levels, verify purchase requisitions and expedite customer orders.
- Maintained a comprehensive database of supplier information, including contact details, capabilities, pricing structures, and lead times.
- Developed and improved account relationships.
- Increased supplier efficiency by negotiating contracts and maintaining strong relationships with vendors.
Purchasing Manager
Chitron Electronics, Inc
01.2001 - 01.2006
- Sourced vendors, built relationships, and negotiated prices.
- Purchased new products and oversaw inventory stocking and availability.
- Managed supplier relationships to ensure timely delivery of products and services.
- Achieved cost savings by negotiating contracts and pricing with suppliers.
- Solved diverse supply chain problems involving numerous sources, logistics, and scheduling factors.
- Coordinated paperwork, updated spreadsheets, and maintained permanent records.
- Implemented policies to reduce cost and eliminate waste.
- Established long-term agreements with strategic suppliers, securing favorable pricing and delivery terms.
- Trained junior staff members on best practices in purchasing management, contributing to their professional development and growth within the organization.
- Wrote standard operating procedures for department.
- Conducted regular research to identify trends and cost saving opportunities.
- Cultivated strong relationships with vendors to maintain and improve levels of customer service.
- Negotiated pricing and terms with vendors to secure best value for company.
- Identified opportunities to reduce lead times and improve inventory management.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Music Business with a Concentration on Management
Berklee College of Music
Boston, MA05.1999
Skills
- Customer service
- Logic on MAC
- Speak Tagalog & Japanese (broken) as well as English
- Pleasant manner on phone
- Outlook
- Google suite
- Light bookkeeping
- Acting
- Singing/Piano/Acting
- Microsoft Office
- PowerPoint
- Copying
- Quickbooks
- Management
- MacBook
- Basketball
- Teaching
- Personal Training
Certification
- ISSA Certified Personal Trainer, 09/2023, ISSA
- ISSA Certified Nutritionist, 04/2024, ISSA
- CPR and AED Certification, 09/2023
Timeline
Lead Singer
Party On The Moon
11.2021 - Current
Executive Administrator
Volpe Enterprises
03.2020 - 11.2021
Personal Trainer
Self Employed
01.2019 - Current
Financial Assistant
Financial Assistant
07.2016 - 01.2018
Owner/Director & Teacher
Music Nation Academy
01.2012 - 08.2019
Voice & Piano Instructor
Doylestown Community Conservatory
09.2008 - 01.2011
Bandleader, Lead Singer, Planner
CTO Artists
06.2007 - 11.2021
Buyer
Constar Inc.
05.2007 - 04.2008
Purchasing Manager
Chitron Electronics, Inc
01.2001 - 01.2006
Bachelor of Arts - Music Business with a Concentration on Management
Berklee College of Music