Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Websites
Accomplishments
Affiliations
Certification
Timeline
Six Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medals
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Terri Weston-Adamson

Oscoda,USA

Summary

Dynamic leader and military veteran with a proven track record of managing teams of 25 to 45 personnel in diverse, high-pressure environments. Expertise in fostering workplace diversity and implementing policy changes that enhance operational efficiency and employee engagement. Proficient in project management, conflict resolution, and strategic planning, with a strong focus on personnel retention and productivity. Extensive experience in administrative management, including data collection, budget analysis, and record maintenance, supporting risk management initiatives for assets and budgets exceeding $52 million while ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory standards.

Overview

24
24
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior Financial Analyst

  • Leveraged expertise in budgeting, financial software, and cost control to streamline financial processes, enhance reporting accuracy, manage payroll and employee benefits, and develop risk aversion and cost reduction strategies, driving overall financial management and operational efficiency.
  • Utilized working knowledge of budgets, financial statements, and financial software (QuickBooks, ADP, NetSuite, FreshBooks) to streamline financial processes and enhance reporting accuracy.
  • Monitored costs, investigated variances, and processed data files to ensure financial integrity and cost control, while implementing corrective actions and optimizing budget performance to support strategic economic objectives.
  • Managed tax integration, payroll processing, and employee benefits, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements and optimizing operational efficiency to enhance overall financial management.

Senior Account Manager

  • Enhanced business growth by building and maintaining client relationships, achieving sales and performance targets, and implementing strategic initiatives to improve organizational success.
  • Increased business opportunities by implementing innovative marketing strategies and maintaining a solid commitment to customer service, resulting in a notable boost in client acquisition, higher retention rates, and substantial overall business growth.
  • Achieved a proven track record in sales and customer relations by consistently exceeding quotas and driving significant business growth through strategic prospecting, targeted engagement, and building strong client relationships.
  • Steered sales growth by building strong client relationships and consistently surpassing sales targets and performance expectations through effective strategies and exceptional client service.

Recruitment | Talent Acquisition Manager

  • Led strategic recruitment initiatives and talent acquisition processes, managing candidate assessments, career counseling, and team operations to optimize recruitment efficiency, ensure compliance with regulations, and enhance organizational effectiveness.
  • Conducted skills assessments for over 1,600 potential employees, meticulously matching candidates to optimal job fits and consistently filling priority openings for 48 consecutive months, refining recruitment strategies, and improving overall efficiency in the hiring process.
  • Led a team of 25 in overseeing document quality control, job classification, and career counseling across 2 districts spanning 6 states, implementing effective processes and strategies that earned recognition for excellence from headquarters and significantly improved operational efficiency and service delivery.
  • Evaluated senior executive requirements, developed, and implemented actionable recommendations, and meticulously monitored progress to ensure alignment with key stakeholder goals, resulting in successful project outcomes and enhanced strategic alignment across the organization.

Employee Relations | Development Manager

  • Oversaw employee counseling and career development, designed, and implemented retention strategies and policies, delivered training programs, and resolved complex issues to enhance employee satisfaction and organizational effectiveness.
  • Delivered comprehensive counseling support to 1,300 employees, advising executive leadership on effective retention strategies, equal opportunity programs, and optimizing educational benefit packages.
  • Developed and implemented comprehensive testing materials, instructor evaluations, and training assessments to effectively measure and enhance instructional quality while updating training manuals and visual aids to support and improve the learning experience.
  • Designed and delivered over 50 formal classroom courses, including comprehensive testing materials and instructor evaluations, and performed gap analysis to tailor training methods, significantly improving learning outcomes and targeted skill development.

Executive Director

Lakewood Shores POA
01.2025 - Current

Operations | Account Manager

Straightshot Lawncare
01.2019 - Current
  • Managed daily lawn care operations, client accounts, scheduling, and resource allocation to deliver high-quality service and efficient workflows. Led team coordination and responded to client inquiries, driving customer satisfaction and business improvement.
  • Evaluated and improved project execution and team performance for timely deliverables and operational efficiency.
  • Addressed client needs by introducing tailored services that increased satisfaction and supported business growth.
  • Established pricing structures using market analysis to optimize revenue and maintain competitiveness.

Senior HR Manager

U.S. Navy
01.2002 - 01.2018
  • Managing HR operations, implementing strategic business plans, and driving improvements in employee satisfaction and operational efficiency to enhance organizational performance and achieve business objectives.
  • Transformed HR policies and practices at the Department of the Navy by enhancing employee engagement, satisfaction, and workplace diversity, which led to a notable increase in operational efficiency and the establishment of a more inclusive and productive work environment.
  • Streamlined HR processes and cost structures, significantly enhancing the company's market profile and optimizing overall efficiency, resulting in improved talent acquisition, and reduced operational costs.
  • Ensured strict adherence to Equal Employment Opportunity Commission and other compliance regulations by implementing comprehensive audit procedures and continuous training programs, which reinforced regulatory standards and minimized compliance risks across the organization.

Education

Doctorate of Business Administration (D.B.A.) - Management

University of Phoenix

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Human Resources Management

Northwood University

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Management

Northwood University

Skills

  • Talent acquisition

  • Financial Management Managed comprehensive business budget planning, accounting functions, purchasing, and bi-weekly payroll processes, driving effective financial management, operational sustainability, and cost efficiency while implementing strategic financial controls and optimizing resource allocation

  • Strategic Business Planning Implemented strategic business plans that resulted in substantial growth and operational improvements, enhanced stakeholder relations, optimized resource allocation, and met long-term organizational objectives

  • Payroll administration proficiency

Websites

Accomplishments

  • Lowered company costs by 67% through accurate financial modeling, budgeting, and process improvement.
  • Managed a 52 million federal grant and associated contract negotiations.
  • Processed more than 125 weekly invoices using MIP software.


Affiliations

VFW, Delta Mu Delta, American Legion, Amvets, International Business

Certification

  • MFTA - Master of Financial Technical Analysis


Timeline

Executive Director

Lakewood Shores POA
01.2025 - Current

Operations | Account Manager

Straightshot Lawncare
01.2019 - Current

Senior HR Manager

U.S. Navy
01.2002 - 01.2018

Senior Financial Analyst

Senior Account Manager

Recruitment | Talent Acquisition Manager

Employee Relations | Development Manager

Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.) - Human Resources Management

Northwood University

Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) - Management

Northwood University

Doctorate of Business Administration (D.B.A.) - Management

University of Phoenix

Six Navy & Marine Corps Achievement Medals

Received Several awards and Accolades while serving on Active Duty in both the Army and the Navy, with a combined service of twenty-three years

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