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Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Timeline
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
Community Service
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Nadia Shuriah

North Lauderdale,USA

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with over 20 years of distinguished service in the U.S. Navy, demonstrating a strong commitment to leadership, team management, and operational efficiency. A solid foundation in biological sciences and business complements extensive experience in healthcare, insurance, and military operations. Holds certifications in life and health insurance, licensure as a massage therapist, and training as an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT). Recognized for exceptional communication skills and meticulous attention to detail. Adept at navigating complex challenges with a focus on enhancing the well-being of others while maintaining a dedication to continuous learning and professional growth.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Life Insurance Broker, Life and Health certification

Symmetry Financial Group
07.2021 - Current
  • Meet with potential clients to assess their insurance needs. Research and compare various policy options to find the best fit for clients. Negotiate with underwriters to secure optimal policy terms and pricing. Present policy details to clients and facilitate the signing of policy agreements.


Massage Therapist, Mistic Massage

Self-Employed
06.2018 - Current
  • Skilled in delivering personalized treatments across 11 different massage techniques, including Swedish, deep tissue, sports, and therapeutic modalities, to address client-specific needs. Adept at creating a relaxing and therapeutic environment, ensuring client comfort and achieving optimal physical relief and relaxation. Experienced in assessing client conditions, customizing massage plans, and providing targeted therapies to alleviate pain, reduce stress, and enhance overall wellness. Committed to maintaining high standards of professionalism, client confidentiality, and safety, with a focus on fostering strong client relationships and promoting holistic health.

Insurance Agent

AFLAC, Supplemental Insurance Company
10.2024 - 01.2025
  • Guided clients in selecting and customizing Aflac insurance policies to address their unique personal and business needs, ensuring comprehensive and relevant coverage. Managed an account portfolio, delivering consistent support through claims processing, policy renewals, and updates. Fostered strong client relationships by providing exceptional communication and service, achieving high levels of client satisfaction. Conducted thorough needs assessments and presented tailored Aflac insurance solutions, supporting client base growth and retention. Kept up-to-date with industry trends and regulatory changes to ensure clients were fully informed of their insurance options. Provided supplemental insurance to help pay out-of-pocket expenses not covered by major medical insurance.


Substitute Teacher (Grades K-12)

Kelly Education
09.2024 - 01.2025
  • Provided instructional support and maintained classroom continuity for K-12 students across diverse subjects, ensuring learning proceeded smoothly in the absence of regular teachers. Adapted to varied classroom environments and student learning styles, creating engaging lessons based on existing curricula or independently crafted materials. Fostered a positive and respectful learning atmosphere by effectively managing behavior and prioritizing student safety. Worked closely with school staff to support students with special needs, ensuring alignment with school policies and educational objectives. Evaluated student work and provided meaningful feedback, promoting academic progress and personal development.


Culinary Specialist & Hotel Management

U.S. Navy
07.2001 - 07.2021
  • Led 25 food service personnel and 45 Food Service attendants in daily food service operations, providing meals for over 3000 crew members and Marines. Effectively adhered to strict sanitation standards to ensure the cleanliness of galley equipment and all related spaces, resulting in galley sanitation inspection scores at or above 98% across 67 spaces. Managed the material condition of eight Unaccompanied Housing Buildings valued at $1.3M. Conducted 126 weekly material inspections, ensured the timely completion of 250 trouble calls valued at $17K, improving the quality of life of 514 residents. Additionally, she supervised a $518K furniture/appliance replacement project and prepared 126 rooms as move-in ready for 300 residents, directly impacting the morale of single Sailors and Airmen on Joint Base. Responsible for ordering, receiving, storing, and inventory of all parts, supplies, and contracts valued at $2.1M with 100% validity. Supervised the maintenance and prepping of over 75 Hotel Service contracts in preparation for the galley opening. Precise attention to detail, and chain of custody protocols resulted in the processing and testing of over 960 samples with zero discrepancies. Ensured program compliance with zero errors. Led a division in completing 948 checks of preventative and corrective maintenance, totaling 1734.43 man hours and raised the average spot check score to an unprecedented 98.1%. Planned and executed 120 food onloads that totaled 730 pallets valued at $1.2M. Created, accounted and posted 1460 menus, and conducted 58 inventories with a validity of 100%.


Education

Bachelor of Science - Biology and Business

Nova Southeastern University
05.2024

Associate in Arts (AA) - undefined

Florida State College at Jacksonville
06.2009

Skills

  • Patient care expertise
  • Training and development
  • Experimental procedures
  • Food safety compliance
  • Client support
  • Effective patience
  • Leadership and oversight
  • Meticulous attention to detail
  • Organizational time strategies
  • Versatile in changing environments
  • Insurance brokerage expertise
  • Effective relationship building
  • Clear and concise speaking abilities
  • Inventory control and logistics
  • Hospitality management
  • Culinary expertise
  • Adaptability under pressure
  • Self-assured demeanor
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Problem-solving expertise
  • Client engagement strategies
  • Effective collaboration skills

Certification

  • BLS Provider January 2025- February 2027
  • Broward College, Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) May 2024 - August 2024
  • Collaborative IRB Training Initiative (CITI) PROGRAM January 2024
  • Medical Research Associate at Sarasota Medical Pregnancy Center January 2024 - May 2024
  • University of Florida Health Cancer Center, NCI NCI-designated cancer center. 3-day research program. January 2024
  • Certified Baby Nurse, New Mother & Well Infant Care, (Baby Nurse Club First Resource Employment Agency) December 2022
  • Kapi’olani Community College, Licensed Massage Therapist Certification, March 2018 - March 2019
  • Apprenticeship (6000 hrs.) March 2016
  • Apprenticeship Housekeeper (2000 hrs.) May 2014
  • Apprenticeship Cook (6000 hrs.) July 2013
  • Master Certified Foodservice Professional February 2013
  • Certified HACCP Professional February 2013
  • Certified Customer Service February 2013
  • Manager, Food Service (6000 hrs.). March 2012
  • Apprenticeship, Baker, (6000 hrs.) July 2010

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Elementary

Timeline

Insurance Agent

AFLAC, Supplemental Insurance Company
10.2024 - 01.2025

Substitute Teacher (Grades K-12)

Kelly Education
09.2024 - 01.2025

Life Insurance Broker, Life and Health certification

Symmetry Financial Group
07.2021 - Current

Massage Therapist, Mistic Massage

Self-Employed
06.2018 - Current

Culinary Specialist & Hotel Management

U.S. Navy
07.2001 - 07.2021

Associate in Arts (AA) - undefined

Florida State College at Jacksonville

Bachelor of Science - Biology and Business

Nova Southeastern University

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

  • Captain Edward F Ney Award October 2017
  • Enlisted Information Warfare Specialist March 2017
  • MU Surface Work Center Supervisor April 2017
  • General Shipboard Fire Fighting Training- Self Contained Breathing Apparatus. May 2017
  • Safety Technician June 2016- September 2017
  • Food Safety Manger’s/Supervisor’s. February 2016
  • Safety Program Afloat Global Online. July 2016
  • Captain Edward F Ney Award October 2015
  • Command Training Team Indoctrination June 2015
  • Food Service Administration Aug 2015 – September 2015
  • Wardroom/Galley Supervisor September 2015
  • Command Financial Specialist (CFS). Jul 2010- Aug 2015
  • Captain Edward F Ney Award October 2011
  • Enlisted Aviation Warfare Specialist March 2010
  • Hospital corpsman, 1 wk, August 2010
  • Leading Petty Officer Leadership Course January 2009
  • Alcohol and Drug Abuse Managers/ Supervisors (ADAMS) Supervisors Facilitator April 2009
  • General Mess Operations/ Advanced Food Preparation Mar 2005 – April 2005
  • Advance Culinary Techniques and Management May 2005
  • Enlisted Surface Warfare January 2002

Community Service

Downtown San Diego Lions Club Member, 2015-03, 2018-02, To enhance health and well-being, empower communities, and extend support to those in need through humanitarian services and grants that have a global impact, while also promoting peace and international understanding. Provided eyeglasses, medical care to the community, and back-to-school supplies for children. Our goal is to aid and assist in improving the lives of people in the community.

Awards

Military Outstanding Volunteer service medal 2002-2021, Navy and Marine Corps Achievement medal, 2002-2021, Navy and Marine Corps Overseas service ribbon 2001-2021, Good Conduct medal, 2001-2021, National Defense service Medal 2009-2015, Humanitarian service medal, 2009-2015, Meritorious Unit Commendation, 2011, Global War on Terrorism Expeditionary Medal, 2009, Global War on Terrorism Service Medal, 2010, Armed forces Serve medal, 2003, Letter of Commendation, 2002

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