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Portia Milner

Summary

Dynamic and results-driven professional with a strong foundation in facility management and a proven track record in overseeing operations, maintenance, and safety compliance. Recognized for exceptional problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to enhancing processes, ensuring efficient and safe environments. Committed to fostering collaboration and leveraging organizational skills to manage multiple projects effectively while meeting deadlines. Eager to contribute to team success and drive organizational growth through innovative solutions and a dedication to excellence.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner/Operator

Portia's Hair Design
1985 - Current
  • Prioritized, problem-solved, and conducted lessons learned to manage various tasks better simultaneously and ensure the completion of assignments, reduce duplicate work, and mitigate repetitive processes.
  • With customers, set a strategic direction for work authorization, application, and execution. This includes components of consultation, governance, training, and resource planning.
  • Managed the project intake, timely execution, and coordinated implementation with multi-faceted teams (i.e., employee, contractor, and vendor).
  • Led projects through proven management techniques to ensure optimal business outcomes.
  • Led team management initiative to ensure inclusive and diverse representation across established teams.
  • Led changes to new work methods and prioritized metrics and reporting, minimizing negative impacts (e.g., Pravana Color Line).
  • Led process improvement initiatives to evaluate end-to-end processes throughout the business and help identify and prioritize areas of improvement.
  • Demonstrated experience in developing online communication strategies and materials and delivering presentations and/or publication materials for all levels of customer interaction.
  • Built and maintained strong and productive relationships with employees/contract workers, other departments, and stakeholders; encouraged teamwork to accomplish daily activities and meet organizational goals.
  • Led business to produce action plans to meet business needs on time and within budget.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Point Loma Nazarene University
San Diego, CA
08.2024

Associate of Science - Administration of Justice

Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA
06.2023

Associate of Arts - Social and Behavioral Science

Grossmont College
El Cajon, CA
06.2023

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • Standard Office Systems
  • Social Media Campaigns
  • Negotiation Techniques
  • Trend Analysis
  • Quick Books
  • Legal/Notary Processes
  • Phone Systems

Accomplishments

  • Supervised team of 10 staff members and educated large audiences as a platform artist.
  • Created a solution and submitted a provisional patten to remain in compliance with state board regulations.
  • Graduated Summa Cum Laude
  • During my internship- researched and provided a possible solution to on a topic where a non-disclosure-agreement was signed.

Timeline

Associate of Science - Administration of Justice

Grossmont College

Associate of Arts - Social and Behavioral Science

Grossmont College

Owner/Operator

Portia's Hair Design
1985 - Current

Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice

Point Loma Nazarene University
Portia Milner