Quinton Lee
Kansas City,MO
Summary
Detail oriented graduate that is driven and seeking to leverage strong analytical skills and a passion for a business that provides service for customers to last. Highly competitive looking to work in a dynamic team environment and collaborate with any individual. In order to succeed you have to be comfortable with the uncomfortable.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Account Executive
Edge Kansas City
05.2024 - Current
- In this position I helped non-profit charities in gaining monthly donors, which has helped with self development, marketing, sales, and effective communication
- Exceeded sales targets consistently by identifying new business opportunities and creating customized solutions for clients.
- Delivered informative presentations to potential clients, showcasing the unique value of products or services offered.
- Trained junior team members on best practices for account executive responsibilities, fostering a collaborative work environment focused on continuous improvement.
Academic Advisor
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
01.2024 - 05.2024
- In this field, I advised and created incoming freshman's first semester academic schedule to make sure they were on the right path to determining a major
- Received and reviewed transcripts to determine eligibility for admission to college or specific programs.
- Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
- Promoted campus resources such as tutoring services or counseling centers to help students overcome barriers to success.
- Helped students with initial adjustment to university academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements.
- Enhanced student success by developing and implementing comprehensive academic plans.
Graduate Assistant
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
01.2023 - 05.2024
- Invited to Continental Automotive Illinois Innovation Network DEIA+ Tech Symposium, where I represented SIUC on the panel as a graduate assistant asking and answering questions that were provided
- The topic was How diversity and inclusion can improve a company's ability to innovate and thrive in a dynamic marketplace
- Managed administrative tasks such as grading, scheduling, and record-keeping to ensure smooth operations within academic departments.
- Facilitated student success by identifying areas of improvement and providing constructive feedback on assignments and exams.
- Conducted relevant research and gathered valuable resources for faculty members'' ongoing projects and publications.
Community Engagement Researcher
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
08.2023 - 01.2024
- Community Engagement Researcher in the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Collaborated with community content and development teams to drive offering improvements.
- Contributed to the development of new programs by identifying gaps in existing services through comprehensive research.
- Strengthened partnerships with community organizations through regular communication and collaboration on research projects.
- Developed and hosted a conference titled Campus to Career at Southern Illinois University Carbondale
- This men of color conference was a men's call to action that inspired highschoolers and undergraduate students transferring their career from the classroom to the real world
- Guest speakers were present as well as a celebrity appearance by Jasmine Guy
- Breakout sessions were about mental health, dress to impress, plate setting, financial literacy, professional development, leadership, entrepreneurship, and healthy relationships
- Ties, notebooks, pens, books, polo shirts, and dot cards were given out to each individual
- Food and beverages were also provided
Education
MASTER'S - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITYCARBONDALE
Carbondale, IL05.2024
BACHELOR'S - COMMUNICATIONS
ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
Jonesboro, AR05.2022
ASSOCIATES - GENERAL STUDIES
NORTHEASTERN OKLAHOMA A&M
Miami, OK12.2019
Skills
- Planning
- Coordination
- Self-motivated
- Flexible
- Adaptable
- Organized
- Communicative
- Goal-driven
- Punctuality
- Team-oriented
- Account Management
- Client Relationship Building
Awardsorganizations
- Dean's List during undergraduate studies
- Member of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity Incorporated
Activitiesvolunteerwork
- College Football
- Reading to Elementary students weekly
- Volunteering at day cares
- Picked up trash around the community multiple communities I was a part of during my college career
- Donated food to food shelters
- Volunteer coaching
- Research Assistant in the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Community Engagement Researcher in the Office of Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
- Academic Advisor for Exploratory Students
- Account Executive at Edge Kansas City
- Helped establish and volunteer at Black Men's Health Conference
- Invited to Continental Automotive Illinois Innovation Network DEIA+ Tech Symposium
- Invited to the 2023 and 2024 Urban League of Metropolitan Saint Louis 105th and 106th annual dinner
- Developed and hosted a conference titled Campus to Career at Southern Illinois University Carbondale
Timeline
Account Executive
Edge Kansas City
05.2024 - Current
Academic Advisor
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
01.2024 - 05.2024
Community Engagement Researcher
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
08.2023 - 01.2024
Graduate Assistant
Southern Illinois University Carbondale
01.2023 - 05.2024
MASTER'S - BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
SOUTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVERSITYCARBONDALE
BACHELOR'S - COMMUNICATIONS
ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY
ASSOCIATES - GENERAL STUDIES
NORTHEASTERN OKLAHOMA A&M
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