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Sherry Guidry

Community Advocate
New Iberia,LA

Summary

As am a Visionary leader, intrinsically motivated by the desire to serve the community, while utilizing experience in leadership, public speaking, and government relations. Seasoned Council Member, adept at overseeing votes, evaluating laws and applying constituent viewpoints when assessing proposed legislative changes. Leads and motivates staff to carry out smooth, efficient and legally compliant functions. Over 4 years in public service as elected official. Seasoned 4 years adept at overseeing votes, evaluating laws and applying constituent viewpoints when assessing proposed legislative changes. Leads and motivates staff to carry out smooth, efficient and legally compliant functions. Over 4 years in public service as elected official. Customer Service Representative bringing top-notch skills in oral and written communication, active listening and analytical problem-solving skills. Enhances customer experiences by employing service-oriented behaviors, understanding customer desires, ad providing customized solutions to build loyalty. Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings. Versatile Radio Anchor Commercials 7 years in broadcasting with experience in news, talk, variety and non-scripted formats. Poised and confident with strong speaking voice and talent for on-air interviewing. Highly organized and detail-oriented over 10 years successfully manages projects, plans productions and leads teams. Experienced in budget management and client engagement. Professional and knowledgeable office clerk offering several years of experience in administrative support and customer service. Highly efficient planning, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

City Council Member

City of New Iberia
New Iberia, LA
11.2016 - 12.2022
  • Serves as member of Executive Board of Trustees, providing community leadership, addressing needs of 5,000 constituents, resolving conflicts and appointment of administrative personnel.
  • Established partnership in decision-making process of city goals, economic development, and infrastructure improvements.
  • Performed duties as a member of Executive Board of Trustees, providing community leadership, addressing needs of constituents, resolving conflicts and appointment of administrative personnel.
  • Participant in parish bidding process; accountable for interviewing, screening, and recruiting of contractors.
  • Responsible member, in reviewing, management, conservation and approval of city and intergovernmental financial operations
  • Committee Chair, providing guidance on laws and directing enforcement of city ordinances.
  • Develops and facilitates presentations, gives briefings, and conducts meetings to communicate Mayoral Proclamations, support legislative actions and address community needs.
  • Achieves governmental initiatives by promoting relationship development and partnerships with various governments, local businesses, and community groups.

Iberia Parish Community Advocate

Chez Hope Inc.
New Iberia, LA
03.2021 - 04.2022
  • Established public awareness about domestic violence within community.
  • Provided preventative approach to enable citizens to make decisions affecting their lives.
  • Responsible for social media, community outreach, creating and fostering relationships with leadership and citizens.
  • Coordinated volunteer activities and facilitated distribution of promotional and marketing materials.
  • Spoke at public events, evangelizing for organizational goals and interests.

Unit Medical Secretary

Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
Lafayette, LA
03.2010 - 08.2016

Responsible for the transcription of physician orders and medical recommendations for patients

  • Supported physicians by performing consult calls
  • Multitasked to assist physicians, nurses, and healthcare support staff by performing administrative duties, such as answering telephones and multiple incoming calls, managing unit faxes, and retrieving patient records in timely manner, upon physician request.
  • Updated patients’ personal information for charts, bed management and discharges
  • Served as source of gatekeeper, in greeting of vendors, visitors, family members of patients’ and job applicants, providing knowledge and pertinent hospital information.
  • Greeted visitors and initiated triage processes for clients to streamline patient flow.

Education

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health in Counseling

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01.2023

Bachelor of Science - Business, Public Sector

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
01.2016

License - License For Ministry

FAITH CATHEDRAL WORLD OUTREACH CENTER
02.2016

Certificate - Youth Ministry

SOUTHWESTERN LOUISIANA INTERNATIONAL BIBLE INSTITUTE
12.2015

Associates of Arts - Business

University of Phoenix
Tempe, AZ
02.2013

Diploma -

NEW IBERIA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
05.1992

Skills

  • REVELANT SKILLS
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Data Driven Decision-Making
  • Development of Political Campaigns
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Programs/Web
  • Media Specialist; Radio, Newspaper, social media, Television
  • Legislation Drafting
  • Recruiting Events
  • Informational Packets
  • Content Management
  • Multimedia Presentations

Accomplishments

  • Achieved Achievement Council Member Award by completing 4 years with accuracy and efficiency.
  • Documented and resolved Challenges which led to evidence based results.
  • Resolved product issue through consumer testing.

Additional Information

  • Founder of “Milk and More Back to School Initiative 2020” – Pandemic Outreach, New Iberia, LA United States Census Partnership and Engagement Program – 2020 Community Partner, New Iberia, LA AWARDS Recipient of Outstanding Community Service - From Girls to Pearls Teen Program Award Recipient of The Humanitarian Black Excellence 2020 – Act of Kindness Exemplified Leadership Award

Affiliations

Iberia Council on Aging

Work Availability

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Timeline

Iberia Parish Community Advocate

Chez Hope Inc.
03.2021 - 04.2022

City Council Member

City of New Iberia
11.2016 - 12.2022

Unit Medical Secretary

Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
03.2010 - 08.2016

Master of Science - Clinical Mental Health in Counseling

University of Phoenix

Bachelor of Science - Business, Public Sector

University of Phoenix

License - License For Ministry

FAITH CATHEDRAL WORLD OUTREACH CENTER

Certificate - Youth Ministry

SOUTHWESTERN LOUISIANA INTERNATIONAL BIBLE INSTITUTE

Associates of Arts - Business

University of Phoenix

Diploma -

NEW IBERIA SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL
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