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Nada Ayyad

Carol Stream,IL

Summary

Goal-oriented director dedicated to strengthening administrative operations to streamline costs and enhance procedures. Cultivate long-lasting relationships with students and staff to strengthen program success. Motivational leader with top-notch communication, organizational and strategic planning abilities.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Independent Business Owner

Radius Transportation Inc.
01.2024 - Current
  • Increased client satisfaction by providing personalized business solutions and exceptional customer service.
  • Developed strategic partnerships for expanding business opportunities and strengthening relationships with key stakeholders.
  • Enhanced company reputation by delivering top-quality products and services, ensuring repeat business from satisfied clients.
  • Streamlined operations through effective management of resources, resulting in reduced overhead costs and increased profit margins.
  • Negotiated favorable contracts with suppliers, securing high-quality materials at competitive prices for improved profitability.
  • Improved operational efficiency by establishing clear goals, setting performance expectations, and monitoring progress regularly.
  • Mentored junior staff members, fostering a supportive work environment that encouraged professional development and growth opportunities within the company.

Director of Admissions

Career Education Corporation
01.2018 - 07.2021
  • Managed and mentored a team of Admission Advisors with a specific emphasis to include managing pipeline from inquiry to start, call volume, conversion rates.
  • Analyzed and managed conversion rates, show rates, and other departmental metrics.
  • Implemented recruitment methods designed to increase application pool within targeted areas
  • Set new student enrollment targets for the university in partnership with senior leadership
  • Provided leadership for execution of all plans and operations relating to new student recruitment.
  • Directed the operations and evaluation of all staff in the office of admissions.
  • Ensure adequate training and staff development for all areas of responsibility
  • Work in harmony with Financial Aid to attract students seeking affordable options for higher education
  • Worked collaboratively with the University community to ensure a seamless and positive enrollment experience derived from the institution's mission, vision, and values.

National Admissions Consultant

Career Education Corporation
08.2013 - 01.2018
  • Professionally assisted prospective undergraduate/graduate students through the admissions process in accordance with all applicable federal and state regulations, University policies and procedures, and in compliance with all accrediting standards and requirements.
  • Conduct telephone interviews and e-mail correspondence to identify student prospects to determine their educational needs, concerns and interests.
  • Helped students develop organizational, time management and study skills.
  • Monitored student progress to drive successful academic outcomes.
  • Developed rapport with prospective students and maintained contact with them frequently.
  • Partnered with departments outside of Admissions including Financial Aid and Academics to ensure delivery of high level of service to every student.
  • Ensured compliance with applicable University policies and procedures.
  • Achieved the highest percentage of new enrollment periods.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

Colorado Technical University
Colorado Springs, CO
12.2019

Skills

    Team oriented

    Leadership

    Training & development

    Rapport building

    Client communication

    Multitasking abilities

    Flexible & Adaptable

    Planning and coordination

    Regulatory compliance

    Problem resolution

    Student tracking software

    MS Office

    Bilingual

Languages

English
Full Professional
Arabic
Professional Working

Timeline

Independent Business Owner

Radius Transportation Inc.
01.2024 - Current

Director of Admissions

Career Education Corporation
01.2018 - 07.2021

National Admissions Consultant

Career Education Corporation
08.2013 - 01.2018

Bachelor of Science - Human Resources Management

Colorado Technical University
Nada Ayyad