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Mendi Gardner

Shinnston,WV

Summary

Self-motivated with exceptional quantitative analysis skills. Known for strengths in assessing data reliability and creating meaningful reports. Skilled in technical writing and documentation. Detail-oriented team player with strong organizational skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy. Precise Background Investigator with complete understanding of principles, techniques and procedures of background investigations. Skillful collecting, compiling and analyzing facts and resolve problems. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Dedicated Lead Legal Instruments Examiner with 26 years of experience preparing legal documentation. Disciplined and hardworking team player with proven history of fast and detail-oriented work.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Chief Executive Officer

Mustang Manor
07.2016 - Current
  • Established foundational processes for business operations.
  • Managed partnerships and strategic business relationships by negotiating contract terms and handling conflicts.
  • Built productive relationships with industry partners and competitors to support strategic business objectives.
  • Made large-scale financial decisions and supervised company spending to reduce material losses and maximize profits.
  • Coordinated schedules and timelines for events.
  • Coordinated with participating vendors during event planning.
  • Managed event logistics and operations.
  • Brainstormed and implemented creative event concepts and themes.
  • Applied statistical methods to solve specific problems and managed assigned deliverables related to study.

Lead Legal Instruments Examiner

Federal Bureau Of Investigation
07.2005 - Current
  • Investigated facts and law of cases, using pertinent sources to determine causes of action and to prepare cases.
  • Provided key administrative assistance to senior management.
  • Participated in professional development initiatives for consistent improvement and up-to-date knowledge of emerging trends and best practices.
  • Prepared interrogatories, requests for admissions, requests for production of documents and requests for examination or inspection.
  • Collected and prepared case studies, metrics evaluations and review board decisions.
  • Supported administration and research processes in support of the Brady Handgun Violence Prevention Act.
  • Created interrogatory documents and requests for admissions, document productions, examinations and inspections.
  • Prepared statistical analysis plans and provided statistical interpretation for graphs, tables and charts.
  • Conducted quality checks on data sources to check for inconsistencies and perform data cleaning activities.
  • Evaluated reliability of source information by weighing raw data to make data easier to interpret.
  • Manipulated, transformed and analyzed data by reviewing computer reports, printouts and performance indicators.
  • Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
  • Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
  • Monitored and analyzed business performance to identify areas of improvement and make necessary adjustments.
  • Compiled data and conducted research to draft legal documents.
  • Supported case preparation by interpreting laws, rulings and regulations.
  • Documented information and submitted detailed reports.
  • Reviewed and analyzed detailed records.
  • Solved complex problems by developing models with alternative solutions, discussing findings and optimizing designs with latest information.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
  • Applied mathematical theories and techniques to solve practical problems in employee metrics.

Lead Fingerprint Identification Specialist

Federal Bureau Of Investigation
01.1997 - 07.2005
  • Submitted evidence to supervisors, crime labs or court officials for legal proceedings.
  • Proved successful work within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
  • Developed and updated databases to handle criminal data.
  • Worked with staff to develop and implement procedures to prevent data loss and maximize system availability.
  • Conducted tests to identify issues and make necessary modifications.
  • Analyzed unstructured information to derive key insights.
  • Reviewed program implementation plans to assess risk and feasibility.
  • Compiled research data and gave professional presentations highlighting finds and recommended optimizations.
  • Gathered, documented, and modeled data to assess business trends.
  • Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.

Education

Communication And Liaison Matters

FBI CJIS Division Employee Academy
Clarksburg, WV
06.2019

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

West Virginia University At Parkersburg
Parkersburg, WV
05.1992

Skills

  • Business Development
  • Account Management
  • Relationship Management
  • Productivity Performance
  • Adaptable and Flexible
  • Process Improvement
  • Data Visualization
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Data Research
  • Strategic Planning
  • Administration and Management
  • Statistical Analysis

Accomplishments

  • Collaborated with team of 30+ in the development of the Quality Assurance Review Board.
  • Achieved large scale program changes by introducing Concepts of Operations for software updates.
  • Submitted White Papers to the Assistant Director of the FBI using statistical information to make large scale changes to one of the Criminal Justice Information Services Division largest sections.
  • Documented and resolved forensic misidentification issues in the FBI's identification software which led to a higher level of integrity for the organization.
  • Graduated from the Criminal Justice Services Division of the FBI's Employee Academy, resulting in better liaison between the division sections.

Timeline

Chief Executive Officer

Mustang Manor
07.2016 - Current

Lead Legal Instruments Examiner

Federal Bureau Of Investigation
07.2005 - Current

Lead Fingerprint Identification Specialist

Federal Bureau Of Investigation
01.1997 - 07.2005

Communication And Liaison Matters

FBI CJIS Division Employee Academy

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration

West Virginia University At Parkersburg
Mendi Gardner