Manager Management

Maile Johnson M.B.A., B.S.

*** **** ******, **** **** Bay, California, USA ( 650-***-**** (

*****.*******@*****.***

A highly versatile and motivated professional eager to apply talents within

a dynamic sustainability-focused company and add value by achieving

exemplary business performance through enhancing productivity, exercising

effective interpersonal communication skills and leveraging an advantageous

resourcefulness. Strong business and scientific qualifications with the

capacity to identify and solve internal inefficiencies while capitalizing

on arising market opportunities. Dedicated to excellence and passionate

about building a greener future, with the outstanding ability to adapt

quickly to new and challenging environments.

Strengths in

Business Administration and Development ( Interpersonal and Written

Communication (Customer Relations ( Scientific and Financial

Research and Reporting ( Sustainability Initiatives ( Organization,

Multi-tasking and Prioritizing

Highlighted Professional Experience

Executive Coordinator ( 2010 ( Scientific Certification Systems,

Emeryville, California

Recruited at a time of accelerated growth to work directly with the

CEO identifying and solving internal operational inefficiencies, and to

turn operational costs into increases in the bottom-line. Valued for

bringing in a fresh perspective with the ability to take initiative in

recognizing areas of potential cost savings. This multi-faceted company

specialized in environmental certification and environmental impact

quantification.

Highlighted Accomplishments:

> Orchestrated the successful configuration and implementation of

initiatives for project tracking, budget management and proper billing

> Streamlined internal work flow processes to maximize billable hours

while enhancing competitive advantage

> Developed program budgets collaboratively with the Director of

Business Development and effectively prepared, presented, and

communicated various financial reports and analyses with key internal

stakeholders

> Solidified the relationship with the company's overseeing Standards

Development Committee increasing productivity

> Maximized the number of meetings with the CEO, Life Cycle

Practitioners and external associates by diligently maintaining a

consistently full schedule to increase international market presence

Restaurant Manager ( 2008-2009 ( Regatta Steak and Seafood Restaurant, New

South Wales, Australia Shouldered an immense amount of responsibility

in a busy 200-seat three-star restaurant and bar ensuring a smooth flow of

operations and customer satisfaction while also overcoming significant

challenges arising from cultural differences. Highly regarded by both the

restaurant owners and customers for dedicated, meticulous and attentive

work ethic.

Major Contributions:

> Optimized the efficacy of all front-of-house operations by providing

exemplary cross-functional leadership to all employees and upholding a

productive work morale

> Increased bar revenue and sustained food sale profits during an

economic downturn by building and enhancing customer loyalty and

developing daily specials and bar promotions to capitalize on the

changing demands of the market

> Hired and trained new employees while also maintaining an efficient

work schedule enabling the coordination and supervision of banquet and

catering events

Laboratory Research Technician ( 2005-2006 ( University of California,

Santa Barbara - Marine Science Institute, Department of Riparian

Ecosystems and Invasive Species

Extensively investigated and boosted the scientific knowledge of the

ecological impacts of numerous invasive species and specifically Arundo

donax on Californian riparian ecosystems by designing and conducting a wide-

array of field and laboratory experiments.

> As the principal researcher, headed the highly anticipated examination

of a seed viability study on Arundo donax, to determine the primary

method of propagation

> Scrupulously practiced advanced ecological monitoring techniques in the

field, while methodically performing experimental research in the

laboratory to ascertain the precision and accuracy of data collection

> Delivered superior analytical analyses by exhaustively examining the

validity of the collective results

> Facilitated the coordination and interaction with critical interest

groups including academia, government and private sectors to advance

the progress of collaborated projects

Head Surf Instructor ( 2006 ( Seals Surf Adventure Surf Camp, Santa

Barbara, California

Hired for a proven mastery of surfing, comprehensive knowledge of

marine habitats, and deep appreciation for the respectful enjoyment of the

beach and ocean. Maximized camp enrollment from the customer loyalty

developed through charismatic surf coaching talent. Repeatedly commended

for delivering a qualitatively excellent beach camp experience.

> Engaged campers, ages 5-15, and encouraged enthusiastic participation

in the daily activities encompassing surfing, beach games, team

building exercises, litter pick up, and marine habitat teaching

> Provided unparalleled surf coaching resulting in significant

improvements of the camper's ability and style within the first week

> Inspired campers and counselors-in-training to pursue success in

athletic accomplishment

> Empowered over 75 campers with ocean knowledge in the fields water

safety, ocean currents, and surf condition analysis

Education

Master of Business Administration ( 2008 ( Southern Cross University, New

South Wales, Australia ( Concentration on International Business and

Management

Bachelor of Science in Biological Sciences ( 2005 ( University of

California at Santa Barbara, Santa Barbara, California

Educational Study Abroad Program ( 2004 ( University of Queensland,

Brisbane, Queensland, Australia

Other Qualifications/Volunteer Work/ Interests

Publication in California -Invasive Plant Council Fall 2006:

Johnson, M., Dudley, T., Burns, C. 2006 "Seed Production in Arundo

donax?" Cal- IPC Fall 2006, pp12-13.

Proficient Utilization of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Project

Management and FileMaker Pro

Member of the National Honors Society, 2005

Shopper and Gift Wrapper ( 2009 ( Adopt-a-Family, Half Moon Bay, California

Marine Reserve Docent ( 2000-2001 ( Fitzgerald Marine Reserve, Moss Beach,

California

Tutor ( 2001 ( English as a Second Language Elementary School Students,

Half Moon Bay, California

Pro Surfer Trainee ( 2005- 2010 ( for the Association of Surfing

Professionals World Qualifying Series

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