Assistant Manager

Vanessa Graves Foster 201-***-****,

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BA, Rutgers University, American Studies

MED, The University of Georgia, College Student Affairs Administration

James Dickson Carr Scholar

Rutgers College Outstanding Scholar

Exceptionally Computer Savvy

RECENT EXPERIENCE

HUNTINGTON LEARNING CENTERS, INC. (2009-2010)

Contracts Coordinator

Created, prepared, maintained, interpreted, monitored, and executed

contracts, RFPs and other highly complex documents at the State, District,

and School level.

Responsible for tutoring contract negotiation and execution with Title I In

Need of Improvement school districts, with multi-state responsibility.

Traveled nationwide to attend technical assistance meetings, required

trainings, and state-level meetings. Disseminated critical knowledge to

multiple parties, including executive and ground-level workers.

Acted as the liaison in communication between field, school district,

corporate and state officials.

Monitored contracts being implemented by participating centers,

communicating frequently with field staff and school districts to maintain

relationships and guidelines of contracts.

Gathered and analyzed data relating to revenue, SES state potential, and

other specific areas daily.

Company Center Operations Assistant

Responsible for high-level data analysis of performance metrics and key

operating indicators for 32 centers.

Trained key-level executives in data analysis procedures.

Created original, efficient, and completely customizable Excel and web-

based analytical tools that were directly honed to the needs of the

department.

Interviewed potential position candidates and screened applicants as

assigned.

Assisted with organizational and administrative duties as needed, including

budget creation and management, information dissemination, and presentation

preparation. Supported the Director of Center Operations.

Recognized as an exceptionally high performer throughout this position and

was quickly promoted.

URBAN POLICY DEVELOPMENT, LLC (2008)

Data Analyst and Manager

Provided analytic support to the "SchoolStat" Performance Accountability

program in Paterson.

Compiled and interpreted statistical, operational and performance data for

executive decision making.

Provided executive-level assistance with organizational planning and

process re-engineering.

Shaped the direction of the process by crafting targeted, comprehensive

reports, graphics and data presentations that guided executives through

communal learning and complex organizational change.

UP WITH PEOPLE GLOBAL EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM (2007)

International Volunteer; Performer

Brought performing arts show to 17 cities in 6 countries on 3 continents

during 6 month tour. Soloist.

Contributed 300 hours of community service internationally. Selected as a

crew leader for service projects.

Served as an educational presenter in diverse schools throughout the US and

Europe with the "Stand for Peace" program, designed to decrease bullying

and increase appreciation for diversity.

Field Management Team, (Belgium)

Hand-selected to join an organizing team, composed of Nobel Peace Prize

Nominee Jeanne Devos, Catholic University of Leuven, and the Rotary to

orchestrate the largest event of the tour.

Duties included marketing the Up with People show, organizing all logistics

of the 80-person cast visit including transportation, meals, facilities,

housing and schedules with a minimal budget.

Final event raised $30,000 for abused children in India and Belgium.

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UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA HEALTH CENTER (2005-2007)

Graduate Program Coordinator

Orchestrated a comprehensive healthy living campaign targeting the 33,000

students of UGA, using a variety of highly-creative field educational

activities and print advertisements.

Oversaw the recruitment, application and retention process for 25 student

health advocates and 3 committee heads. Cultivated creativity, energy and

commitment from students on a daily basis.

Supervised and advised teams of 4-10 peer health educators at weekly campus

outreach.

Officiated biweekly general meetings and weekly committee meetings.

Maintained the listserv. Coordinated the master calendar, including

outreach venues and dates.

Worked closely with the Director of Communications by writing brochure and

website copy, drafting correspondence, presentations, event planning, and

soliciting sponsors.

RUTGERS IN WASHINGTON PROGRAM, Rutgers University (2005)

Program Coordinator

Facilitated all aspects of an award-nominated series of seminars and

cultural events for interns in DC.

Developed a winning grant proposal; tripled grant funding from previous

year. Managed $6,000+ budget.

Crafted an eclectic programming schedule, including a behind-the scenes,

private tour of Immigrations and Customs Enforcement and a reception with a

U.S. Army Vice Chief of Staff.

Consolidated with Harvard, Penn, Stanford, Princeton, and Yale programs to

build a cohesive community.

OFFICE OF ACADEMIC SERVICES, Rutgers University (2003-2005)

Student Intern

Provided academic advising, both in person and on the phone, for first-year

and transfer students.

Completed large-scale mailings, sensitive data-entry, front-desk support,

phone management and filing.

Conducted transfer credit evaluation and senior graduation transcript

review.

Performed student ambassadorial duties, including conducting campus tours,

assisting with prospective student information sessions, transfer and first-

year orientations and registration programs.

NEW JERSEY FOLK FESTIVAL, Rutgers University (2003-2005)

Three-semester internship position on planning board for the nation's only

continually-run folk festival produced by women undergraduates. Festival

attracts 15,000 annually.

Finance Coordinator

Managed budget of $50,000 for non-profit organization. Coordinated

performer payments.

Pursued and secured corporate advertising sponsors, generating $2,000+.

Issued and processed all monies associated with festival expenses; appealed

to Board of Directors for approval of projected upcoming monetary

transactions.

Media Coordinator

Produced and distributed a series of press releases, press kits and web-

based news releases.

Inspired record coverage in major regional outlets including The New York

Times, The Philadelphia Inquirer, The NJ Star-Ledger, and WPIX by

diligently pursuing media attention.

Booked and coordinated over 50 in-depth media interviews for 12 person

planning committee; personal appearance on two local television stations

and four content-appropriate radio programs.

OTHER EXPERIENCE

Research Assistant, Center for Urban Policy Research: Research on primary

education in Newark

UGA Student Personnel Association: Secretary; Bylaws chair

Practicum Intern, University of Georgia Business Office: Budget preparation

and facilities research

Summer Intern, Boise State University Multicultural Center: Updated student

code of online conduct

Teaching Assistant, Rutgers University: Innovative lectures and writing

workshops for students

Lead Stage Coordinator, NJ Folk Festival: Managed talent; contracted

sound and stage support

Child actor: Sesame Street, UNICEF, Prentice-Hall

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