Sierra Brown
Richmond,VA
Summary
Driven by a proven track record, I excel as a detail-oriented team player. Underpinned by my robust interpersonal communication, I am creative, motivated, and highly adaptable to any work environment. My enthusiasm to translate problems into innovative solutions paired with my ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with a high degree of accuracy, allows me to translate data and information into actionable insights, fostering growth and operational excellence.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research Associate
CoStar
03.2022 - Current
- Curate and organize information of domestic and international hotels and hospitality properties.
- Interpret data analytic results to draw inferences and conclusions for current and projected market analysis.
- Write published sale comparison reports regarding domestic hospitality properties in all regions of the U.S.
- Maintain daily contact with clients regarding tasks needed for account specific updates.
- Update customer account records, and keep detailed records for client inventory management.
Research Associate
CoStar
11.2020 - 03.2022
- Responsible for mapping out tenants occupying space in commercial buildings and correcting potential discrepancies in user product.
- Curated rent information in different markets and submarkets across the Southwest region of the U.S.
- Met daily production goals.
- Conducted daily phone interviews to curate leasing information and decision-maker contacts for product improvement.
- Participate in SOAR training program, responsible for training new hires on active workflow process and best practices. Assisted in immersing the new hires into company culture.
Accounts Payable Team Lead
HCA Patient Account Services
01.2019 - 11.2020
- Collaborated with healthcare insurance providers to obtain necessary documentation, securing timely reimbursements for services rendered.
- Responsible for managing discrepant inventories of federal payer insurance accounts. Balanced payer claims daily, based on previously negotiated contract agreements.
- Curated monthly promilitary budgets for vendors during month-end-close process to maximize profitability and achieve financial objectives.
- Established strong working relationships with insurance representatives, facilitating seamless communication channels during claim negotiations or disputes resolution processes.
- First point of contact to a 10 member team, responsible for training team members on best practices in vendor management. Drove performance of staff by creating a positive work atmosphere and administering recognition.
- Interacted professionally with clear, intentional communication and set appropriate expectations on timeline of deliverables with immediate supporting team members.
- Contacted insurance vendors after discrepant accounts were resolved to obtain payments, post and and process refunds.
- Worked with outside entities to resolve issues with billing, claims, and payments.
Television News Intern
FOX
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Conducted thorough research by video and audio recorded interviews with involved parties for local news stories, gathered accurate information to be used in reports.
- Coordinated interview schedules with guests and field reporters, facilitating timely communication between all parties involved.
- Developed relationships with sources and contacts to gain additional insight for future collaboration.
- Developed professional communication skills while interacting with diverse sources, colleagues, and interview subjects.
- Assisted producers with planning daily newscasts, selecting relevant stories and arranging them in a logical order.
- Collaborated with anchors, reporters editors to assemble video packages for television broadcast,.
- Assisted camera operators during location shoots, setting up equipment and capturing high-quality footage for news stories.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Virginia Commonwealth University
Richmond, VA05.2018
Skills
- Microsoft 360: Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint
- Development & Training
- Qualitative and Quantitative Research Proficiency
- Peer Review
- Revenue Lifecycle Management Proficient
- Writing For Publication and Speeches
- Interpersonal Communication
- Documentation Skills
- Event Coordination
- Accounting Software: Meditech, Artiva, Concuity, and Mainframe Logging
- Contract Management
Affiliations
- Kappa Tau Alpha Member
Certification
Hotel Industry Analytics, CHIA
Timeline
Research Associate
CoStar
03.2022 - Current
Research Associate
CoStar
11.2020 - 03.2022
Accounts Payable Team Lead
HCA Patient Account Services
01.2019 - 11.2020
Television News Intern
FOX
05.2015 - 08.2015
Bachelor of Science - Mass Communications
Virginia Commonwealth University
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