Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
References
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Xina James

Hahira,GA

Summary

Leader with over 2 decades of extensive expertise in developing innovative strategies, managing budgets, briefing, instructing large groups, and fostering international partnerships. Adept at enhancing team efficiency and achieving long-term business goals through inclusive and collaborative approaches. Committed to driving organizational success with a focus on strategic planning and resource optimization ,while inspiring personal best achievement in others.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Home & Finance Manager

James Household
International
04.2006 - Current

• Manage financial planning, analyze key metrics, and support strategic planning, leading to business growth. Averaging 80 hrs per week

• Establish budget benchmarks, research financial records, and develop management strategies to optimize budgets.

• Improve commission payout accuracy through process enhancements, resulting in better financial tracking.

• Forecast operating costs with cross-departmental collaboration, ensuring precise project budgeting.

• Oversee administrative staffing, recruit, interview, and onboard new personnel, elevating team efficiency.

President and Hiring Manager

Team Osan Spouses' Club
Osan AB, AP
06.2023 - 11.2024

• Hired and managed team, enhancing productivity and training staff on best practices up to 40 hrs per week.

• Developed strategies with executives, achieving long-term business goals.

• Led operational team in new product lines, ensuring successful rollout and management.

• Prepared budget forecasts, monitored performance to align with organizational objectives.

• Fostered strong international relationships with partners, maximizing resource collaboration.

• Pioneered new approaches to member engagement, resulting in a substantial increase in participation and overall satisfaction within the organization.

Program Coordinator

P.E.A.R.L.S
Spangdahlem AB, Germany
06.2018 - 12.2021

• Developed and managed youth programs, impacting 50+ military families through fundraisers and events. Approximately 30 hours weekly.

• Designed after-school programs for 500 students, enhancing educational outcomes and engagement.

• Led social programs for 300+ female youth, promoting positive behavioral changes and growth.

• Secured funding via grant writing and fundraising, ensuring long-term sustainability of programs.

• Collaborated with parents and teachers to boost student success and satisfaction.

• Educated young people about strategies for driving discussions and promoting social changes. Approximately 25 hours per week

• Created educational materials to convey important information to service recipients.

• Intervened in crisis situations, providing critical support and resources to clients, minimizing escalation risks.

• Led group discussions and activities, addressing diverse community needs and fostering inclusive participation.

Key Spouse

USAF
Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany
07.2016 - 12.2021

• Approached issues proactively to best meet current and future community needs.

• Assisted with obtaining housing, employment and support resources.

• Helped create comprehensive program to meet spouse needs to support the mission.

• Assisted in and completed tasks for GS 9- GS 13 programs up to 40 hrs ,weekly.

• Greeted and Briefed Chief MSgt of the Air Force, Chief of 3rd Air Force and respective spouses of USAFE needs.

• Traveled to and briefed GSUs throughout USAFE.

• Intervened in crisis situations to obtain support for clients and reduce escalation or recurrence risks.

• Helped clients navigate social services system and access needed resources.

• Supported through development of new life skills, obtaining resources and transitioning back to civilian life/ society.

• Coordinated and managed volunteer activities for community service projects.

• Facilitated community outreach to expand participation and support. Average of 20 hrs per week.

International Bazaar Chair

52nd Fighter Wing
Spangdahlem Air Base , Germany
02.2019 - 06.2020

• Planned and oversaw meetings in accordance with governing documents.

• Planned recruitment and renewals of designated committees.

• Negotiated and resolved conflicts between stakeholders.

• Managed workflow and calendars of Chairman's office to support meeting planning and development.

• Contributed to values, goals and strategic vision of organization.

• Recruited, developed and retained excellent faculty to meet organizational goals.

• Oversaw restructuring of financial systems, resulting in increased profitability and operational output.

• Helped record, compile, summarize and analyze data.

• Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.

• Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.

• Collaborated with legal, accounting and other professional teams to review and maintain compliance with regulations.

• Oversaw divisional marketing, advertising and new product development.

• Developed innovative sales and marketing strategies to facilitate business expansion.

• Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.

• Established and maintained online portal to post volunteer opportunities and facilitate volunteer registration.

• Scheduled and organized training sessions for volunteers to develop skills and knowledge.

• Recruited and trained new volunteers on volunteer program goals and objectives.

• Managed volunteer calendar and verified coverage of key roles during volunteer unavailability.

• Collaborated with other departments to maximize impact of volunteer efforts.

• Developed and maintained relationships with local organizations to identify volunteer opportunities and resources.

• Worked with leadership staff and special committees to define volunteer mission and set standards.

• Monitored volunteer performance to enforce compliance with established policies and regulations.

• Participated in community outreach events to promote volunteer opportunities and enlist new volunteers.

• Orchestrated audits focused on registration and training functions.

Program Coordinator

Design & Unwind
Spangdahlem Air Base, Germany
03.2018 - 06.2020

• Planned and organized 22 projects, ensuring timely updates and system access for all stakeholders.

• Coordinated training and onboarding for new members, enhancing team integration and efficiency.

• Designed and maintained program implementation plans, driving successful project execution.

• Managed program development from start to finish, achieving project milestones and goals.

• Tracked and reported expenses accurately, maintaining budget control and financial transparency.

• Spearheaded 22 projects, managing kick-offs, access, and timelines. Implemented training for new members, enhancing team efficiency and project outcomes.

Owner/ Operator

Xtraordinary Images
Multiple Locations
08.2006 - 09.2015

• Developed and nurtured lasting customer relationships by projecting professional corporate image and responding quickly to logistical and scheduling issues.

• Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.

• Managed day-to-day business operations.

• Kept all building areas and equipment functional and well-organized to promote business performance.

• Pioneered customer-centric solutions, enhancing operational efficiency and fostering long-term client relationships as Owner/Operator.

• Scheduled and coordinated over 3,600 photo shoots, collaborating with more than 10,000 clients.

• Managed a team of 6 photographers, ensuring high-quality outcomes for special projects.

• Edited and uploaded photographs, maintaining exceptional standards of quality.

• Trained new photographers in equipment and software, enhancing overall team skills.

• Captured high-quality images using various lighting techniques for diverse projects.

• Streamline studio operations, implementing successful strategies to maximize business success and client satisfaction, while overseeing shift changes.

Cheer Coach

Corpus Christi Catholic School Bloomington IL
Colorado Springs, Colorado
08.2011 - 05.2013

• Taught fitness and cheer to 70 students, enhancing their physical skills and team spirit.

• Developed and led a successful cheer program, securing funds and designing uniforms.

• Organized funding initiatives, ensuring all students had access to necessary uniforms.

• Coached students to improve their cheer techniques, resulting in measurable performance improvements.

• Collaborated with school staff to integrate fitness programs, promoting overall student well-being.

Education

MRT Certification - Master Resiliency Trainer Certification

Department of The U.S. Army
Spangdahlem AB, Germany
03-2018

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT

Some College (No Degree) - Behavioral Sciences

University of Oklahoma
Spangdahlem AB, Germany

Some College (No Degree) - Entrepreneurship

Cornell University
Ithaca, NY

Skills

  • Savings strategies
  • Debt management
  • Credit management
  • Banking relationships
  • Organizational development
  • Strategic leadership
  • Crisis management
  • Stakeholder management
  • Resource allocation
  • Collaboration
  • Travel coordination
  • Fundraising
  • Relationship development
  • Motivational skills
  • Social media promotion
  • Conflict resolution
  • Time management
  • Volunteer oversight
  • Event planning
  • Project management
  • Media training
  • Crafting responses
  • Community outreach
  • Program leadership
  • Talent management
  • Training facilitation
  • Assessing performance
  • Interviewing techniques
  • Scheduling

Accomplishments

  • Spear headed multiple programs for military members, spouses and their families.
  • Awarded Key Spouse of the Year 3+ consecutive years.
  • First military spouse recipient of Master Resiliency certification with no prior military service.
  • Inducted the first class of military minor dependants to achieve Resiliency Trainer certification.

Affiliations

  • World travel enthusiast
  • Food Anthropology hobbyist
  • Self taught Chef
  • Avid reader
  • Mom of 4/ wife to one
  • Volunteer

Certification

  • Post Deployment Reconnection Certificate via University of Oklahoma Sept 2018
  • Resilient Leadership via Harvard University September 2024
  • The Science and Power of Hope Certificate via University of Oklahoma December 2018
  • Master Resiliency Certification Marc 2018

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

President and Hiring Manager

Team Osan Spouses' Club
06.2023 - 11.2024

International Bazaar Chair

52nd Fighter Wing
02.2019 - 06.2020

Program Coordinator

P.E.A.R.L.S
06.2018 - 12.2021

Program Coordinator

Design & Unwind
03.2018 - 06.2020

Key Spouse

USAF
07.2016 - 12.2021

Cheer Coach

Corpus Christi Catholic School Bloomington IL
08.2011 - 05.2013

Owner/ Operator

Xtraordinary Images
08.2006 - 09.2015

Home & Finance Manager

James Household
04.2006 - Current

MRT Certification - Master Resiliency Trainer Certification

Department of The U.S. Army

Bachelor of Science - Information Technology

Western Governors University

Some College (No Degree) - Behavioral Sciences

University of Oklahoma

Some College (No Degree) - Entrepreneurship

Cornell University
Xina James