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Valerie Wilson

Pensacola,FL

Summary

Seasoned professional offering many years of diverse business administration and project manangement experience. Versatile and savvy expert at keeping businesses running smoothly and freeing executives to do essential top-level work. Especially proficient at budgets, documentation, customer interactions, and event planning.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

Gig Driver

Spark Delivery
Pensacola, FL
03.2022 - Current
  • Managed time efficiently when making multiple stops along designated routes.
  • Prepared documents such as bills of lading, invoices, receipts, proof of delivery documents.
  • Delivered packages to customers in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Determined most expedient trip by mapping out driving routes ahead of time.
  • Utilized GPS and maps for efficient route planning.

Event Coordinator/Communications Director

Fellowship Of Christian Athletes, 1988
Pensacola, FL
03.2018 - Current
  • Maintained an organized database of contacts using software applications like MS Excel and Access.
  • Collaborated with clients to identify their goals and expectations from the event.
  • Provided on-site support during the day of the event including problem solving if necessary.
  • Coordinated with media personnel such as photographers and videographers for capturing important moments during the event.
  • Monitored budgeting process for each event to ensure cost efficiency.
  • Managed logistics related to transportation, catering, entertainment, decorations for events.
  • Sourced venues for events in accordance with client needs and preferences.
  • Developed promotional materials such as flyers, brochures or posters for marketing purposes prior to each event.
  • Ensured effective communication between vendors and suppliers before, during and after the event.

Property Manager

Wilson Investments
Pensacola, FL
02.2004 - Current
  • Coordinated with vendors for the procurement of services such as repairs, renovations, landscaping.
  • Prepared monthly reports detailing financial performance data such as revenue growth, expenses incurred.
  • Established policies regarding tenant relations and enforcement of rules and regulations within the properties.
  • Managed all maintenance requests from tenants in a timely manner.
  • Worked with on-site and remote service providers to support tenants requesting accommodations.
  • Resolved tenant complaints quickly and effectively while ensuring customer satisfaction.

Bookkeeper

Five Island Lobster Co., Grey Havens Inn
Portland , ME
01.1999 - 12.2004
  • Conducted monthly bank reconciliations.
  • Posted journal entries to the general ledger system accurately and timely.
  • Ensured accuracy in all accounting entries and records.
  • Processed accounts payable and receivable transactions.
  • Provided assistance in preparing tax returns annually.

Inn Manager

Grey Havens Inn
Georgetown, Maine
05.1994 - 12.1998
  • Assisted guests with any needs they had during their stay at the Inn.
  • Assigned duties to staff members based on their skillset and experience level.
  • Provided concierge services such as restaurant recommendations or transportation arrangements.
  • Monitored inventory levels of supplies such as linens and toiletries.
  • Enforced health regulations related to food safety standards on premises.
  • Developed and maintained a customer service system to ensure guest satisfaction.
  • Maintained accurate records of daily operations such as reservations, check-ins and outs, room availability, taxes, payments received.
  • Ensured that all rooms were cleaned, stocked, and inspected prior to guest arrival.
  • Handled guest complaints and offered complimentary services for hardship cases.
  • Organized and managed all aspects of wedding planning, including budgeting, scheduling and vendor selection.
  • Created detailed timelines for each stage of wedding planning and execution.
  • Liaised between family members involved in wedding planning processes to ensure everyone was kept informed about upcoming tasks or changes made along the way.

Real Estate Agent

Century 21
Boston, MA
1996 - 1996
  • Coordinated appointments to show homes to prospective buyers.
  • Developed networks with appraisers, lenders, and home inspectors to facilitate real estate transactions.
  • Ensured all transactions followed state laws regarding real estate practices.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Business Administration

Hillsdale College
Hillsdale, MI
04-1994

Skills

  • Strategic Planning and Scheduling Skills
  • Organization and multi-tasking project management
  • Time management
  • Adaptability and crisis management
  • Computer Literacy (MS office, Outlook, Canva)
  • External and Internal Customer Focus

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Gig Driver

Spark Delivery
03.2022 - Current

Event Coordinator/Communications Director

Fellowship Of Christian Athletes, 1988
03.2018 - Current

Property Manager

Wilson Investments
02.2004 - Current

Bookkeeper

Five Island Lobster Co., Grey Havens Inn
01.1999 - 12.2004

Inn Manager

Grey Havens Inn
05.1994 - 12.1998

Real Estate Agent

Century 21
1996 - 1996

Bachelor of Arts - Marketing And Business Administration

Hillsdale College
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