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Wendy Perrette

Bogalusa,LA

Summary

Former Mayor and City Councilwoman with over two decades of transformative leadership in urban development and civic administration. Spearheaded initiatives that enhanced city aesthetics. Made a $1.3 million turn around first year in office and reduced expenditures by 15%. Significantly improved citizen satisfaction and economic growth. Adept leveraging technology and strategies to attain sustainable benchmarks, applied visionary leadership and collaborative skills to drive future urban innovation and policy reform. To seek and maintain full-time position that offers professional challenges utilizing interpersonal skills, excellent time management and problem-solving skills.

Overview

27
27
years of professional experience

Work History

Digital Editor

Expressions
10.2023 - Current
  • Identified compelling, unique stories and user-generated content of interest to audience.
  • Used social media mining tools to discover unique content.
  • Edited and reviewed content for grammar, spelling and punctuation.
  • Suggested improvements to content to enhance quality and accuracy.
  • Developed and maintained editorial standards for content.

Radio Personality

WBOX 92.9
01.2010 - Current
  • Served as spokesperson and representative for station at assigned station events and other community forums.
  • Found, researched, fact-checked and wrote scripts for relevant topics in local news.
  • Introduced upcoming broadcasts and guided audience through entertainment.
  • Conferred with advertising partners to develop and deploy effective promotional strategies.

Mayor

City of Bogalusa
01.2014 - 01.2023
  • Directed operations, planning, and administration of city departments.
  • Attended public forums, events and informal meetings.
  • Appointed qualified candidates to positions such as chief of police.
  • Signed contracts, ordinances and other official documentation to execute orders of office.
  • Used public gatherings, community events and direct relations to keep constituents happy and informed.
  • Developed strong communication and organizational skills through working on group projects.
  • Drafted legislation and amendments, wrote government policies and established budgets.

Bogalusa City Councilwoman at Large

City of Bogalusa
01.2002 - 01.2014
  • Established and interpreted rules governing council proceedings.
  • Set policies and enforced fair and equitable application of ordinances.
  • Drafted legislation and amendments, wrote government policies and established budgets.
  • Developed and strengthened political partnerships to further agendas.
  • Alerted constituents of government actions and programs by way of newsletters, personal appearances at town meetings and individual meetings.

Teacher

Bogalusa City Schools
01.2000 - 01.2011
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Met with students, parents and administrators to address and resolve students' behavioral and academic issues.
  • Created and developed lesson plans to meet students' academic needs.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.

Teacher

New Orleans Archdiocese
01.2005 - 01.2007
  • Prepared quizzes, tests and examinations to gauge how well students were learning.
  • Evaluated students' understanding of course material through examinations and in-depth essay writing.
  • Helped students explore concepts with engaging, learning-focused activities.
  • Scheduled conferences with parents to discuss students' progress and classroom behavior.
  • Implemented reading and writing workshops to increase student literacy and support school reading programs.
  • Fostered student curiosity and interest through creative hands-on activities.

Reporter

Bogalusa Daily News
01.1998 - 01.2000
  • Wrote and submitted accurate, engaging, and fact-checked stories.
  • Built strong relationships with sources to gain access to exclusive information.
  • Investigated important community issues and put together well-received reports.
  • Attended press conferences, court hearings and special events to stay conversant with current news.
  • Utilized social media to promote stories and build audience.
  • Stayed up-to-date with current events and trends to stay ahead of competition.

Education

Associate of Journalism -

Pearl River Community College
Poplarville, MS

Bachelor of Arts -

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA

Masters of Art of Teaching

Southeastern Louisiana University
Hammond, LA

Master of English - undefined

University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS

Skills

Content Strategy

  • Proofreading
  • Copy Proofreading
  • Customer Service
  • Effective/ Excellent Communication
  • Problem-Solving
  • Photography Editing
  • Media Relations
  • Community Relations
  • Administrative Leadership
  • Human Resources Management

References

  • Lisa Tanner, Former Superintendent & Principal, Bogalusa, La, 985-295-1188
  • Bert Burr, Professional Photographer, 985-335-6767
  • Honorable David Duke, Bogalusa City Judge, 985-516-1202
  • Richard Ned Thomas, Washington Parish President, 985-335-7454
  • John Schroder, Former State Treasurer, 985-373-4873

Timeline

Digital Editor

Expressions
10.2023 - Current

Mayor

City of Bogalusa
01.2014 - 01.2023

Radio Personality

WBOX 92.9
01.2010 - Current

Teacher

New Orleans Archdiocese
01.2005 - 01.2007

Bogalusa City Councilwoman at Large

City of Bogalusa
01.2002 - 01.2014

Teacher

Bogalusa City Schools
01.2000 - 01.2011

Reporter

Bogalusa Daily News
01.1998 - 01.2000

Associate of Journalism -

Pearl River Community College

Bachelor of Arts -

Southeastern Louisiana University

Masters of Art of Teaching

Southeastern Louisiana University

Master of English - undefined

University of Southern Mississippi

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