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Monica Selden

Monica Selden

Pittsburgh,PA

Summary

Versatile professional with a strong background in project coordination, financial analysis, and data management. Experienced in managing large-scale transactions, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating across global teams to resolve discrepancies. Currently transitioning into a business analyst role and pursuing the Microsoft Certified Business Analyst certificate to further hone my analytical skills and drive data-driven organizational success.

Skills

  • Analytical Skills
  • Project Coordination
  • Problem-Solving
  • Microsoft Office & Project Teams
  • Organizational Skills
  • SQL

Work History

ESL Teacher

Fluent Minds
12.2024 - Current
  • Educate students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
  • Provide targeted instruction on pronunciation, intonation, and accent reduction to enhance students'' overall communication skills in English.
  • Enhance students'' speaking skills through regular practice and focused feedback during conversation sessions.
  • Set assessments to measure student progress and identify growth opportunities.
  • Increase student proficiency in English by creating engaging and interactive classroom activities.

Elementary School Home Room Teacher

Universal Academy of Pittsburgh
02.2024 - 08.2024
  • Designed and executed engaging, age-appropriate lesson plans tailored to first-grade curriculum, resulting in a 20% increase in student engagement and a 15% improvement in comprehension levels
  • Cultivated positive and interactive learning environments conducive to young learners' academic and social development, resulting in a 25% enhancement in students' academic performance and a 30% increase in social interaction among peers
  • Proactively identified academic and behavioral challenges among students, offering personalized support through tutoring sessions and modified lesson plans, leading to a 20% improvement in academic performance and a 25% reduction in behavioral issues.

Cross-Cultural Consultant

Selden Consulting
12.2022 - 12.2024
  • Designed and implemented customized cultural training programs for clients, resulting in 30% improvement in cross-cultural communication and collaboration within diverse teams.
  • Supervised multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments.
  • Prepared meeting agendas and minutes for distribution and record keeping.
  • Managed budgets effectively, ensuring resource allocation was optimized for maximum project success.
    Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
  • Defined clear targets and objectives and communicated to other team members.

Logistics Project Manager

Selden Café
10.2016 - Current
  • Supervise multiple projects from project start through delivery by prioritizing needs and delegating assignments
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks
  • Directed logistics operations from inception to assessment, resulting in 15% increase in delivery precision and efficacy
  • Innovated and implemented best-practice logistics strategies, leading to 20% improvement in operational excellence and cost-efficiency

Commercial Financing Consultant

Selden Enterprises
07.2014 - 08.2016
  • Prepared and submitted credit applications to lenders for review ensuring all necessary information was included.
  • Evaluated loan eligibility based on the applicant's credit history and financial standing.
  • Assisted clients with paperwork preparation and ensured all required
    documents for loan approval were accurate and complete.
  • Trained and mentored sales teams, updated training manuals, and organized company meetings to align team efforts with business
    objectives.
  • Created and managed sales pipelines, developed accurate sales forecasts, and set sales goals to drive business growth.

Product Analyst, Commercial Card, Treasury Department

Wells Fargo
05.2012 - 12.2013
  • Segmented and analyzed Master Vendor Files (MVF) and Payment Optimization Analysis (POA), optimizing processes for increased efficiency and accuracy.
  • Managed operational aspects of Direct Mail campaign, ensuring seamless execution and timely delivery.
  • Facilitated collaboration between internal sales teams, account teams, and external suppliers, supporting enrollment and fostering productive partnerships.

Associate, Project Finance, Portfolio Management

Mizuho Corporate Bank
01.2008 - 10.2011
  • Managed the construction activities of portfolio project finance transactions in the Energy Industry, achieving a 65% increase in account allocation portfolio (from 12 to 20), with commitment account ranges from approximately $10M to $70M
  • Prepared project cash flow projections and assessed credit ratings, ensuring financial stability and risk mitigation for diverse projects
  • Liaised with auditors to ensure compliance with bank policy and procedures, including monitoring high-profile $300M transaction overseen by the President of Mizuho Corporate Bank, Ltd., maintaining transparency and accountability throughout
  • Monitored project progress, identified risks and took corrective action as needed.

Education

MASTER OF SCIENCE - GLOBAL AFFAIRS

NEW YORK UNIVERSITY
New York, NY
05.2008

BACHELOR OF BUSINESS - INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS & FINANCE

GEORGE WASHINGTON UNIVERSITY
Washington, DC
05.2001

Languages

Spanish
Professional Working

Certification

  • Introduction to Data Analytics using Microsoft Excel from Coursera- April 2025
  • Data for Business Analyst using Microsoft Excel from Coursera - April 2025
  • Business Analysis Fundamentals from Coursera- March 2025
  • Google Certificate; Foundations of Project Management- October 2022

Accomplishments

  • Independently formed and created two companies domestically and internationally.
  • Mastered the tactics on how to operate and manage a company abroad in addition to how to export products in adherence to the trade compliance laws from Colombia.
  • Learned how to negotiate deals between suppliers, warehouse management, and 3PL entities with minimal support.
  • 65% increase in account allocation portfolio (12 to 20) with commitment account range from approximately $10M to $70M at Mizuho Corporate Bank, Ltd.
  • Monitored a high-profile $300M transaction that was carefully monitored by the President of Mizuho Corporate Bank, Ltd.

Work Preference

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Full TimePart Time

Work Location

RemoteHybrid

Important To Me

Flexible work hoursWork-life balanceHealthcare benefits401k matchWork from home optionPaid time off

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