CHARNAY S. BLAND
*** ********* ** ******, ***** FL 33138 . (305) 457- 0124 .
*******.*****@*****.***
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT
Adaptive event planner with over 2 years combined experience in marketing
and sales towards college students and adult population. Outstanding
customer support and service with clients and potential clients. Experience
in working with a diverse group of individuals from various countries and
diverse backgrounds. Produced creative events and increase credit cards
sales towards targeted clients. Computer proficient and working knowledge
of French.
Professional Experience
Administrative Assistant, OneWay Kids, Gainesville, Florida
2010
Four-month voluntarily position in increasing the progress of the
organization
- Performed general clerical duties to include but not limited to:
photocopying, faxing, mailing, and filing
- Developed programs for upcoming school year
- Supported staff in assigned project based work
- Recruited office assistants
Intern, First Assembly of God, Gainesville, Florida
2009-2009
Seven-week internship in developing leadership skills
- Planted a church in the East side of Gainesville
- Provided assistance low-income families in the area
- Conducted various service projects in the area
- Delegated tasks with 18 team members
- Coordinated a children's program in the area that meets weekly
Student Desk Associate (Admin. Assist.), University of Florida: IBC
2008- 2009
- Developed and marketed events on campus relevant to the needs of
the UF community
- Create and modify surveys using Microsoft Office and Google Docs
- Research, price, and purchase office and event supplies
- Setup and accommodation and entertainment arrangement for
visitors
Event Coordinator, UF: Black History Month Committee
2008
- Planned and executed weekly events directed towards the African American
community on campus
- Solicited food and donations for events
- Marketed events through social media and advertisements
Desk Associate, Ann Taylor Inc., Miami, FL
2006-2008
- Designed and constructed visuals for showcases
- Increased credit cards sales/ Top Credit Card Sales Store #303
- Handled sales and products in retail
- Assisted clients in decisions
- Working knowledge of inventory and stock
Seasonal Sales Associate, Circuit City, Hialeah, FL
2005- 2006
- Customer service and sales representative
- Handles sales and products in media and entertainment
Education/ Professional Credentials
B.S. Psychology with Health Science, 2010, University of Florida,
Gainesville, Florida
Medical Laboratory Assistant, Florida
HIV/AIDS Educator 104, Florida Department of Health