Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Certification
Volunteer Experience
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MINDY STRICKLIN

Alpharetta,USA

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at Hilton, adept in revenue management and team development. Excelled in enhancing guest services and implementing quality standards, significantly boosting satisfaction. Skilled in federal contracting and strategic sales, demonstrating exceptional cross-functional coordination and mental health advocacy. Achieves operational excellence by leveraging both hard and soft skills, without relying on numerical validation.

Overview

9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Procurement Specialist

VeK Maschinenfabrik KG, Inc
Alpharetta, GA
09.2024 - Current
  • Support Department of Defense contracts by sourcing and procuring critical spare parts
  • Collaborate with distributors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality components
  • Facilitate contract bidding processes and maintain compliance with federal regulations
  • Manage vendor relationships and ensure documentation accuracy

Team Lead

Panera Bread
North Druid Hills, GA
06.2024 - 09.2024
  • Managed daily retail and marketing operations, ensuring customer satisfaction and quality control
  • Oversaw inventory management, staff coordination, and adherence to company standards
  • Consistently achieved operational goals and maintained perfect attendance

Sales Coordinator

Hilton
Stone Mountain, Georgia
01.2017 - 08.2021
  • Managed sales activities and supported the sales team in achieving revenue targets
  • Coordinated with clients to fulfill their accommodation and event needs
  • Collaborated with marketing to create promotional materials and campaigns
  • Implemented robust operational procedures for accurate revenue tracking
  • Mentored team members in hospitality excellence standards

Front Desk Agent

Hilton
Stone Mountain, Georgia
06.2016 - 01.2017
  • Provided excellent customer service at the front desk, including check-in, checkout, and guest assistance
  • Managed reservations and ensured accuracy of guest information
  • Maximized revenue through strategic upselling and room assignments
  • Collaborated across departments to ensure seamless guest service

Housekeeping Inspector

Hilton
Stone Mountain, Georgia
11.2015 - 06.2016
  • Inspected rooms to ensure cleanliness and adherence to hotel standards
  • Coordinated with housekeeping staff to prioritize tasks and maintain efficiency
  • Implemented quality control procedures that enhanced guest satisfaction
  • Trained staff in operational excellence and brand standards

Education

Professional Development Series Certificate of Achievement -

Emergency Management Institute
01.2019

Skills

  • Revenue Management and Financial Operations
  • Quality Control and Standards Implementation
  • Team Leadership and Development
  • Guest Services Excellence
  • Strategic Sales and Marketing
  • Emergency Response and Safety Protocols
  • Cross-functional Team Coordination
  • Administrative Excellence
  • Federal Contracting and Procurement Processes
  • Mental Health Advocacy

Affiliations

National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI), Member

Certification

  • Emergency Management & Response, Professional Development Series Certificate, Emergency Management Institute, 2019, Humanitarian Response to Conflict and Disaster, HarvardX, 2018, Multiple FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications, Fundamentals of Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, Leadership and Influence, Effective Communication, Decision Making and Problem Solving, Active Shooter Response
  • Mental Health & Support Services, Certified Peer Specialist in Mental Health, Certification Pending, Partners In Change Life Coach, Georgia Peer Support Institute Training, QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Intervention Training, SOAR Training, Enrolled, Smart Recovery Facilitator Training, Enrolled
  • Hospitality Management, Comprehensive Hilton University Certifications, Service with HEART, The FACTs about Great Guest Experiences, Hilton Honors Program Management, Revenue Management and Sales, Safety and Security Operations, Emergency Response Procedures, Happy@Hampton, Local Flavor, Bed Bug Training, The Hilton Way - Vision

Volunteer Experience

  • Active member of community initiatives promoting housing rights and mental health awareness
  • Organizer of campaigns supporting justice-impacted individuals and marginalized communities

Timeline

Procurement Specialist

VeK Maschinenfabrik KG, Inc
09.2024 - Current

Team Lead

Panera Bread
06.2024 - 09.2024

Sales Coordinator

Hilton
01.2017 - 08.2021

Front Desk Agent

Hilton
06.2016 - 01.2017

Housekeeping Inspector

Hilton
11.2015 - 06.2016
  • Emergency Management & Response, Professional Development Series Certificate, Emergency Management Institute, 2019, Humanitarian Response to Conflict and Disaster, HarvardX, 2018, Multiple FEMA Emergency Management Institute Certifications, Fundamentals of Emergency Management, Emergency Planning, Leadership and Influence, Effective Communication, Decision Making and Problem Solving, Active Shooter Response
  • Mental Health & Support Services, Certified Peer Specialist in Mental Health, Certification Pending, Partners In Change Life Coach, Georgia Peer Support Institute Training, QPR Gatekeeper Suicide Intervention Training, SOAR Training, Enrolled, Smart Recovery Facilitator Training, Enrolled
  • Hospitality Management, Comprehensive Hilton University Certifications, Service with HEART, The FACTs about Great Guest Experiences, Hilton Honors Program Management, Revenue Management and Sales, Safety and Security Operations, Emergency Response Procedures, Happy@Hampton, Local Flavor, Bed Bug Training, The Hilton Way - Vision

Professional Development Series Certificate of Achievement -

Emergency Management Institute
MINDY STRICKLIN