Valerie Lynn Ash
Kirtland, Ohio 44094
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OBJECTIVE Seeking an Administrative position to utilize my skills and
abilities that offer professional growth while being
resourceful, innovative and flexible
EDUCATION Baldwin-Wallace College, Berea, Ohio
Bachelor of Arts, December 2009
Majors: Marketing, French
Cumulative GPA: 3.219
Honors: Sigma Lambda Alpha, Deans Award
Study Abroad, University of Paul Cezanne Aix-Marseille III
Aix-en-Provence, France, Spring 2008
. Achieved extensive study of the French language and
culture through classroom and host family experience
. Adapted to new environments
. Learned to establish rapport with people with different
values and cultural norms
EXPERIENCE The News-Herald, Willoughby, Ohio
Account Executive, January 2011-Present
. Organize and execute advertising proposals and campaigns
to clients
. Juggle multiple projects and duties while delivering
superior account service and results
. Input advertising orders in the computer
. Develop and edit client's ads for The News-Herald
newspaper and News-Herald.com
Remember When Miniature Shop and Tearoom, Kirtland, Ohio
Sales Clerk/Waitress/Chef, July 2001-Present
. Replenish store merchandise to ensure accurate inventory
. Assist customers with merchandise and seek answers to
their questions
. Train new employees
. Maintain organization of stock room
. Manage the cash register
. Schedule luncheons and special events
. Attain food orders
. Inspect and maintain food preparation tools and
equipment
. Perform work concisely with minimal supervision
Baldwin-Wallace College, Berea, Ohio
Biology & Geology Department Office Administrative
Assistant, August 2005-December 2009
. Compiled documents on a PC or a typewriter accurately,
neatly, and in a timely manner
. Improved knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, and
PowerPoint as well as the creation and maintenance of
databases
. Answered and direct incoming phone calls to appropriate
personnel
. Resolved issues and answered questions of the students,
faculty, and staff
. Distributed incoming mail in faculty mailboxes for the
Biology & Geology Department
. Copied exams and course materials for faculty according
to specific instructions and in a timely manner
. Maintained confidentiality and security of student
records, exams, and department information
. Assisted Biology and Geology faculty with special
projects and data entry
. Ordered supplies from vendors and prepared Purchase
Order Requisitions
. Created, organized and maintained informational bulletin
boards and display cases
. Performed work concisely with minimal supervision
SPECIAL Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint,
Outlook, Access and Publisher
SKILLS Proficient in French speaking, reading and writing