Melissa Cameron
O'Fallon,MO
Summary
An active military spouse for 20+ years and a mother of three who's first vocation was early childhood development. This career path was pursued for 10 years, with the last three years working abroad. Educational pursuits have earned degrees in business management and administration with an aspiration to own and operate personally in the future. After completion of a bachelor's degree, that knowledge was applied to owning and operating a cake business for eight years. During time abroad and eight years owning a business, an great admiration and appreciation for history grew. Being abroad presented the opportunity to touch the stones of the past and see the lifestyle that inspired those who came before us. Additionally, skills in recreating historical fashions for personal leisure became a passion. Recently, I discovered the St. Louis Historical Sewing Society and joined to hone these skills with plans to participate in as many events and workshops as possible. Past occupational development, education and passions have made bringing the past to life an incredible and effective way to share how incredible history can be.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Team Support Liaison
74th Reconnaissance Squadron
01.2020 - 01.2022
- Provided necessary support and referrals to ensure unit family success
- Completed welfare checks through phone calls, email, or video calls during lockdown and thereafter to ensure unit member wellness
- Coordinated video meetings and other remote events to boost member morale and socialization
- Liaised between unit families and leadership to promote efficient communication and collaboration.
- Monitored and reported on progress of liaison initiatives, providing feedback to leadership
- Actively participated in organizational growth through networking events, conferences, and professional growth seminars
- Served as primary point of contact, fostering strong relationships between unit families and leadership
Spouse Night Out Event Coordinator
Spouse's Club
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Worked with event team to developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
- Oversaw volunteer recruitment and training efforts, building a dedicated team of individuals committed to supporting successful events.
- Employed social media platforms effectively to promote upcoming events, reaching a wider audience base.
- Assisted event team in budgeting, creating props, venue design, and costuming to comply with stated rules and regulations.
- Monitored and controlled event expenditures to meet budgets.
- Negotiated contracts with venues, vendors and suppliers to obtain best rates and services.
- Enhanced attendee experience by meticulously planning and executing event logistics.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Handled crisis management situations promptly, minimizing negative impact on event outcomes.
- Conducted post-event analysis, identifying areas of improvement for future events.
Volunteer Recruiter
Arboga Elementary PTSO
01.2016 - 01.2017
- Implemented recruitment and communication for event volunteers
- Organized and managed volunteer participation during events.
- Developed and implemented plans to improve recruitment process.
- Conducted phone interviews to assess volunteer relevant knowledge, skills, experience and aptitudes
- Acted as a team leader in group projects, delegating tasks and providing feedback.
- Participated in team projects, demonstrating the ability to work collaboratively and effectively.
Owner/ Operator
Imagine That Custom Cakes
01.2009 - 01.2016
- Designed and created orders for client requests
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose options and products within their budgets.
- Tracked trends and implemented enhancements to both challenge and refine company's product offerings.
- Managed purchasing, sales, marketing and customer account operations efficiently.
- Implemented effective financial management practices, improving cash flow and profitability.
- Increased customer satisfaction by providing high-quality services and timely communication.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
- Contributed positively to the local community through involvement in various events or charitable organizations.
- Provided exceptional customer service, addressing issues promptly to ensure customer satisfaction and repeat business.
Child Care Provider
Sembach Child Development Center
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Performed monthly child development assessments and documentation
- Provided support and feedback to team members for curriculum-based planning
- Coordinated and performed parent teacher conferences
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Established trusting relationships with families, maintaining open communication about their child''s progress.
- Developed strong partnerships with local schools to ensure seamless transitions for children entering kindergarten.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Coordinated and implemented curriculum based daily schedule
- Created safe and engaging learning environments.
- Promoted physical health and well-being through organized outdoor games and activities targeting gross motor skill development.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among children by teaching effective problem-solving techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan special events such as field trips or holiday celebrations for the childcare center.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations by regularly attending training sessions and staying updated on policy changes.
- Managed daily routines including meals, naptime, and outdoor play sessions to maintain consistency for the children.
Manager
Walgreens Photo Center
03.2004 - 01.2005
- Assisted with day-to-day department operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Opened and closed location and monitored shift changes to uphold successful operations strategies and maximize business success.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Optimized resource allocation by conducting regular performance evaluations and providing personalized coaching for staff development.
- Reduced waste and pursued revenue development strategies to keep department aligned with sales and profit targets.
- Ensured compliance with industry regulations and legal requirements by implementing comprehensive policies and training programs for staff members.
- Improved staffing during busy periods by creating employee schedules and monitoring call-outs.
- Cultivated positive rapport with fellow employees to boost company morale and promote employee retention.
- Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.
- Resolved staff member conflicts, actively listening to concerns and finding appropriate middle ground.
- Established performance goals for employees and provided feedback on methods for reaching those milestones.
- Maintained positive customer relations by addressing problems head-on and implementing successful corrective actions.
- Maintained detailed records of interactions with clients, allowing for easy retrieval when needed during follow-up communications or escalations.
- Developed strong relationships with key clients, ensuring their needs were met consistently and promptly.
Child Care Provider
Kids In His Care Daycare
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Performed monthly child development assessments and documentation
- Provided support and feedback to team members for curriculum-based planning
- Coordinated and performed parent teacher conferences
- Logged information regarding naps, feedings, and any medications administered.
- Established trusting relationships with families, maintaining open communication about their child''s progress.
- Developed strong partnerships with local schools to ensure seamless transitions for children entering kindergarten.
- Facilitated learning through play, stories and outdoor activities for successful child outcomes.
- Coordinated and implemented curriculum based daily schedule
- Created safe and engaging learning environments.
- Promoted physical health and well-being through organized outdoor games and activities targeting gross motor skill development.
- Facilitated conflict resolution among children by teaching effective problem-solving techniques.
- Collaborated with colleagues to plan special events such as field trips or holiday celebrations for the childcare center.
- Maintained compliance with state regulations by regularly attending training sessions and staying updated on policy changes.
- Managed daily routines including meals, naptime, and outdoor play sessions to maintain consistency for the children.
Education
High School Diploma -
Laurel Baptist Academy
Laurel, MD2000
Associate - Business Management
University of Maryland University College
Adelphi, MD2011
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Maryland University College
Adelphi, MD2015
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Adaptability
- Creativity
- Leadership
- Followership
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Communication
References
Lauren Panebianco - 954-648-3484, 12th RS Spouse Group
Stephanie Roybal - 928-864-8894, Arboga PTSO
Ellen Riley - 609-556-7855, 74th Reconnaissance Squadron
Additional Information
AWARDS AND CERTIFICATES:
- Early Childhood Development Certification
- Military Key Spouse Certification
- Military Key Spouse of the Quarter
- Military Key Spouse of the Year 2020
- Certified level 2 wine Expert
Timeline
Team Support Liaison
74th Reconnaissance Squadron
01.2020 - 01.2022
Volunteer Recruiter
Arboga Elementary PTSO
01.2016 - 01.2017
Spouse Night Out Event Coordinator
Spouse's Club
01.2014 - 01.2019
Owner/ Operator
Imagine That Custom Cakes
01.2009 - 01.2016
Child Care Provider
Sembach Child Development Center
01.2005 - 01.2007
Manager
Walgreens Photo Center
03.2004 - 01.2005
Child Care Provider
Kids In His Care Daycare
01.1997 - 01.2002
High School Diploma -
Laurel Baptist Academy
Associate - Business Management
University of Maryland University College
Bachelor of Science - Business Administration
University of Maryland University College
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