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Retta Curneal

Coloma,MI

Summary

Professional administrative professional with track record in supporting executive leadership functions. Proven ability to handle confidential information and manage tasks effectively. Focused on fostering team collaboration and meeting dynamic business needs through exceptional communication and organizational skills.


SHRM certified Human Resource professional with 20+ years experience in HR functions.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Assistant/HR Specialist/ Office Manager

United Way of Southwest Michigan
04.2008 - Current

2012 - Present: Executive Assistant/Office Manager/HR Specialist


  • Coordinate executive calendars, schedule meetings and appointments. Streamlined executive communication by screening emails, phone calls and general mail. Respond accordingly to support executive correspondence.
  • Manage travel arrangements for all staff, optimizing itineraries for cost-effectiveness and convenience for travelers. Process travel expenses and reimbursement for all.
  • Maintain confidentiality in all matters.
  • Assist in the development of company policies and procedures which contributes to a more organized work environment.
  • Coordinate meetings and events for staff members, promoting team-building activities and boosting morale within the workplace and creating a positive work environment. I support business and hospitality needs of corporate partners and staff during meetings and company events.
  • Manage office inventory, tracking supplies and placing orders to ensure smooth daily operations.
  • Coordinate all Board meetings and act as liaison between Board and staff members. Facilitate meetings by coordinating agendas, taking minutes, and following up on action items to ensure accountability.
  • Responsible for HR functions of staff including recruitment, onboarding, coordination of benefits, payroll and semi-annual reviews. Prepare annual budget for all benefits/retirement programs.
  • Utilize QuickBooks online for accounts payable and receivable and reconciliation of company credit cards.


2008 - 2012: Campaign Manager


  • Established successful relationships with companies throughout Berrien and Cass counties for annual campaigns.
  • Performed cold calls to solicit new businesses to support United Way through an annual campaign.
  • Worked closely with, and prepared, participating organizations for their annual campaign.
  • Attended special fund-raising events and community events representing United Way.



Education

Accounting

Lake Michigan College
Benton Harbor, MI

Broadcast Communications

The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga
Chattanooga, TN

High School Diploma - undefined

Dickson County Senior High School
Dickson, TN

Skills

  • Effective relationship management
  • Dependable and trustworthy
  • Detail-oriented decision maker
  • Skilled in Microsoft Office applications
  • Effective team leadership
  • Administrative support for executives
  • Office management
  • Professional demeanor
  • Accounts receivable and payable
  • Payroll administration

Accomplishments

    Collaborated with team members to create new SOP's for all processes in the organization.

    Created and executed Onboarding program where one was non-existent.

    Discussed importance of a retirement plan to all employees and we now have 100% participation when it was less than 50%.

  • SHRM Certified since 2007.
  • Received certificate in Diversity, Equity and Inclusion in the Workplace from the University of South Florida.

Timeline

Executive Assistant/HR Specialist/ Office Manager

United Way of Southwest Michigan
04.2008 - Current

Broadcast Communications

The University of Tennessee - Chattanooga

High School Diploma - undefined

Dickson County Senior High School

Accounting

Lake Michigan College