Vernika Scott-Austin
Pearland,TX
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand. Organized and dependable candidate successful at managing multiple priorities with a positive attitude. Willingness to take on added responsibilities to meet team goals. Hardworking and passionate job seeker with strong organizational skills. Ready to help team achieve company goals.
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
Trade Show Coordinator
Bronner Bros.
Pearland, TX
09.2012 - Current
- Managed administrative logistics of events planning, event booking and event promotions.
- Evaluated existing plans, processes and events planning services to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Supervised onsite team of caterers, audio-visual technicians, and facility management team.
- Fulfilled contractual obligations for rehearsal and day of event coordination.
- Supported senior leadership by developing status reports on activities related to planning, scheduling, cancellation, inquiries, resourcing, risk mitigation and proposal development for various events.
- Organized logistics and materials for each meeting, arranged spaces and took detailed notes for later dissemination to key stakeholders.
- Interviewed clients to understand event scopes of work, establish budgets and determine timelines for venue selection, guest list finalization, and rehearsal, ceremonies, and receptions.
- Enhanced client satisfaction ratings by scheduling on-site service requests, managing show logistics and booth functionality needs to meet demands.
- Attended industry events to promote services and build relationships with prospective vendors.
- Generated client retention by accurately organizing and executing trade shows and events.
Seasonal Office Manager/Tax Specialist/Instructor
Affordable Tax Service & Solutions, LLC
Pearland, TX
11.2010 - Current
- Managed tax submissions and made sure all information complied with regulations.
- Reviewed financial statements for accuracy and integrity.
- Maintained thorough and current understanding of applicable tax laws.
- Delivered comprehensive tax documentation required for accurate individual and corporate returns.
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state and federal levels.
- Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
- Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations and write-ups for organizations and entities.
- Interviewed clients to collect information and gather necessary paperwork prior to preparing tax returns.
Real Estate Specialist
NC Ventures, INC
Stafford, TX
05.2008 - 09.2012
- Compared properties possessing similar features to determine competitive market prices.
- Conducted research and contributed to property, tenant and market analysis to identify as thought leader and increase production.
- Obtained agreements from property owners to place properties for sale with real estate firms.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Maintained energy and enthusiasm in fast-paced environment.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and fast-paced atmosphere.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Offered friendly and efficient service to customers, handled challenging situations with ease.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
International Marketing Alliance
Dallas, TX
02.2006 - 12.2009
- Managed complex calendar scheduling with focus on proper allocation of executive availability.
- Contributed to smooth business operations by planning and organizing meetings and conferences.
- Responded to emails and other correspondence to facilitate communication and enhance business processes.
- Coordinated travel arrangements by booking airfare, hotel and ground transportation.
- Prepared meeting agendas and briefing papers for executive team.
- Produced accurate office files, updated spreadsheets and crafted presentations to support executives and boost team productivity.
- Orchestrated successful conferences and associated travel for speakers and attendees.
- Organized and coordinated conferences and monthly meetings.
- Created expense reports, budgets and filing systems for management team.
- Processed travel expenses and reimbursements for executive team and senior management group.
- Maintained an office of 25 insurance agents and 25 appointment setters
- Provided insurance options for Medicare clients
Education
Cerfitication - Business Office Support Specialist
Bill J. Priest College
Dallas, TexasSkills
- Active Listening
- Quality Control Standards
- Detailed Documentation
- Accounts Payable and Accounts Receivable
- Agenda Setting and Control
- Conference and Convention Planning
- Schedule Coordination
- Vendor Coordination
- Contract Logistics
- Event Staffing
- Service Coordination
- Reading Comprehension
Timeline
Trade Show Coordinator
Bronner Bros.
09.2012 - Current
Seasonal Office Manager/Tax Specialist/Instructor
Affordable Tax Service & Solutions, LLC
11.2010 - Current
Real Estate Specialist
NC Ventures, INC
05.2008 - 09.2012
Executive Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer
International Marketing Alliance
02.2006 - 12.2009
Cerfitication - Business Office Support Specialist
Bill J. Priest College
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