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Nicole Gonzales

San Antonio,TX

Summary

Creative Business Owner with exceptional background spent in the hospitality and insurance industries. Proven leader with engaging demeanor and success working in changing environments. Talented in using military wife background to empathize in any situation. Looking to use many years of traveling the world and take the vast knowledge that has been learned along the way to benefit the people along the journey.

Overview

11
11
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner-Sniffin Scents With Nicole

Scentsy Independent Consultant
12.2020 - Current
  • Manage day-to-day business operations.
  • Consult with customers to help with purchases.
  • Train new consultants when they are signed on with me.
  • Attend trade/vendor shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Keep inventory up to date with inventory system.

PTSA President

DGF Elementary School
08.2017 - 08.2018
  • Trained new staff coming into new committee positions.
  • Cultivated strong relationships with Teachers and Parents to foster collaboration and maximize resources.
  • Developed and implemented new strategies and policies to establish long-term business objectives and provide strong and sustainable organizational leadership.
  • Monitored financial performance and implemented measures to enforce compliance with budgetary constrictions.
  • Reduced operational costs through strategic cost management initiatives.
  • Prepared annual budget of $30,000 and monitored performance to meet organizational objectives.
  • Organized and oversaw all fundraising events.
  • Held monthly meeting with staff/Teachers and parents.
  • Developed school fundraising program that raised $15,000 in first year.

PTSA Vice President

DGF Elementary School
08.2015 - 08.2017
  • Second in charge to PTSA President.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate staff, Teachers, parents, and committees.
  • Trained new committee members on school/PTSA practices and protocols.
  • Identified fundraising opportunities to help budget needs.
  • Collaborated with school Principal to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Clarified roles, responsibilities and expectations of staff.
  • Established performance goals for each committee and outlined processes for achievement.
  • Identified and resolved issues between Teachers/parents promoting better collaboration and mutual respect.
  • Oversaw and operated all fundraising events.

State Farm

Rick Cantera
06.2013 - 08.2015
  • Insurance Representative providing sales and customer service for 10 years in insurance industry.
  • Self-motivated, with strong sense of personal responsibility.
  • Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
  • Currently hold 6 insurance license.
  • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
  • Proved successful working within tight deadlines in fast-paced environment.

Education

Bachelors in Business Adminstration - Business Administration

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
06.2007

Skills

  • Small Business Operations
  • Staff Management
  • Relationship Building
  • Financial Planning
  • Verbal and Written Communication
  • Inventory Management
  • Staff Training
  • Budgeting and Forecasting
  • Adaptability and Flexibility
  • Problem Solving
  • Leadership Abilities
  • Conflict Resolution
  • Organizational Skills

Timeline

Owner-Sniffin Scents With Nicole

Scentsy Independent Consultant
12.2020 - Current

PTSA President

DGF Elementary School
08.2017 - 08.2018

PTSA Vice President

DGF Elementary School
08.2015 - 08.2017

State Farm

Rick Cantera
06.2013 - 08.2015

Bachelors in Business Adminstration - Business Administration

University of Phoenix

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