Violet Benoit

Work History

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Oklahoma

05.2023 - 06.2025

Led efforts that resulted in a 60% increase in client acquisition through targeted outreach and relationship-building. Coordinated volunteer recruitment and training, aligning efforts with strategic goals to boost participation and retention.
Presented BBBS's mission persuasively to inspire long-term volunteer commitments through public speaking and community events.
Built and maintained partnerships with companies and colleges with strategic campaigns to expand community presence and support.
Advanced the agency's JEDI (Justice, Equity, Diversity, Inclusion) objectives by attracting and retaining a diverse volunteer base.
Utilized CRM Salesforce, Acuity, Excel, Microsoft 365, Google, Teams and Canva to manage data, scheduling, communication, marketing and reporting.
Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Represented BBBS with excellence in the community and in news outlets strengthening awareness and advocacy for youth well-being.
Followed up with notable applicants sourced via industry-specific pipelines, events, and job fairs.
Operated and maintained applicant tracking and candidate management systems.
Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.

PaceButler Corp

07.2021 - 05.2023

Talent acquisition and fulfillment for all roles of local business of 50 employees.
Qualify, interview and manage candidates throughout interview process from prepping before interviews to assisting with final offer to onboarding and orientation.
Execute the organizations human resource and talent strategy by identifying vacancies, implementing innovative retention initiatives and developing a solid succession plan to ensure and maximize business productivity and probability.
Maintain ATS, HRIS and CRM database.
Collaborated with managers to identify and address employee relations issues.
Ensure that candidates meet eligibility requirements by performing reference checks, drug testing and background checks to ensure a highly skilled qualified and eligible candidate pool for open positions.
Observe and enforce rigorous organizational protocols by proactively communicating to employees all policy changes in a timely manner to ensure 100% compliance with local state and federal regulations.
Manage high volume fast paced operations.
Managed online presence and social media with creative and relevant content creation.
Increased employee retention by 50%

PM Group

07.2021 - 07.2022

Managed social media accounts, growing organic followers by 5k in 1 year.
Set clearly defined goals to drive customer retention to brand awareness and website /social media traffic and engagement.
Increased brand awareness through development and implementation of successful public relations campaigns.
Analyzed Data. Provided digital marketing solutions and reports.
Managed online presence of companies brand to engage with users and strengthen customer relationships.
Identified opportunities to improve communications, marketing reach, and effectiveness.
Developed creative, marketing content such as graphics, blogs, promotional materials and advertisements.
Developed and promoted corporate brand, images and identity to media and public.
Oversaw social media presence and aligned posts to include branding and trending ideas.

Kerr Team Real Estate

01.2014 - 12.2021

Increased high end sales revenue by 35% consistently over 7 years.
Managed, recruited and trained staff of 5 inside sales agents.
Secured new accounts by strategically pursuing leads.
Enhanced and maintained long-term relationships with clients.
Presented information to diverse audiences applying consultative sales techniques.
Liaised with clients via video conferencing, email, phone and lunch meetings to identify and address needs, growing existing accounts through cross selling.
Scheduled and lead department staff meetings, workshops and functions to encourage and inspire staff.
Exceeded targeted sales goals through continuous pursuit of new sales opportunities and expert closing of customer deals.
Managed software to maintain detailed contact logs and account records.
Maintained over 2500 accounts at a time.
Trained employees on new technology and sales methods to build highly knowledgeable and successful team.
Researched and evaluated potential new markets and products.
Tracked key performance indicators to measure success of campaigns.

Innervisions Inc.

04.2003 - 10.2013

Managed event logistics and operations.
Implemented contingency plans to address last-minute changes or unforeseen events.
Developed creative themes for events and created related activities to engage attendees.
Created advertising campaigns to promote events and increase attendance.
Build and collaborate with team for creative content, and timely distribution of marketing ads and materials.
Identified cost-effective vendors and set up favorable contracts with sponsors.
Set up day of management and managed breakdown for over 30 vendors per event.
Hired, managed, developed, and trained staff.
Established and monitored goals, conducted performance reviews, and administered salaries for staff.
Created detailed timelines and budgets for events to meet all deadlines.

Tuff Gong International

03.2003 - 04.2005

Set up and break down merchandise booths at each concert location across USA, The West Indies and Europe.
Organize and display t-shirts and merchandise according to branding standards.
Engage with fans in a friendly and energetic manner to promote merchandise sales.
Accurately process cash and electronic transactions using POS systems.
Monitor inventory levels and restock items as needed during the event.
Conduct daily sales reports and reconcile cash drawers at the end of each shift.
Follow all tour policies and venue regulations related to merchandising and crowd management.
Maintain a clean, organized, and inviting merchandise area.
Protect and represent the Marley Family brand with professionalism and respect.