Jerrell Beard, Jr.
** ******* **** (Apt G-**)
Smyrna, TN 37167
*******@***.*** 865-***-****
Objective
To gain as much specialized experience as possible while establishing myself within a company that promotes
both professional and personal growth.
Education
Florida Tech University-Online July 2012-May 2013
• Bachelor of Science in Accounting
• Major: Accounting
University of Tennessee- Knoxville Knoxville, TN 37996 August 2006-May 2012
• Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
• Major: Accounting/English
• Current GPA: 3.18/4.00
Experience
U.S. Cellular
Retail Wireless Consultant (RWC) November 2012-June 2013
• Front-line associate
• Assist customers with equipment related issues
• Answer questions about coverage inquiries and new customer set-up
• Provide highest level of customer service experience
• Operate company’s POS system
Macon County School Systems Franklin, NC
Substitute Teacher September 2012-November2012
• Conduct normal class proceedings in the absence of certified teachers
University of Tennessee UBA Knoxville, TN 37916
Student Worker November 2009-November 2010
• Filed important student documentation
• Routinely prepared student academic information for advisors
• Acted as liaison to students waiting on appointments
Cellular Sales Knoxville, TN 37920
Customer Service Representative May 2009-August 2010
• Provided confidential information to customers regarding their accountants
• Helped qualified customers purchase new products on the Verizon Wireless market.
21st Mortgage Corporation Knoxville, TN 37914
Financial Advisor August 2008-October 2009
• Use AS-400 System to ensure accuracy of customer data in company database.
• Effectively communicate with team members and leaders to correct information errors
Burlington Coat Factory Knoxville, TN 37924
Shoe Department Sales Associate September2006-April 2007
• Sold footwear
• Accessorized shoe isles
• Inventory placement
Kmart Co. Antioch, TN 37013
Sales Associate October 2005-July 2006
• Assisted customers with returns, addressed calls, answered questions at the customer service
counter
• Responsible for customer checkout and product knowledge in Electronic Department
• Stocking, inventory
Kroger Co. Antioch, TN 37013
Store Clerk May 2003-June 2006
• Cashier, Performed routine store maintenance, assisted customers with product knowledge
• Assisted customer service representatives
Academic Awards and Achievements
• African American Achiever (AAA) August 2006-July2009
• Hope Scholarship August 2006-May2010
• Educational Advancement Program (EAP) January 2006-October2011
• INROADS Talent Pool January 2005-Present
Club Memberships
Alpha Kappa Psi, Professional Business Fraternity
Pledge Class President/Professional Director February 2008-May 2010
• Provide a strong line of communication between pledges and members, Team Leaders, and
Executives
• Ensure that the pledge process runs smoothly for both pledges and members
• Source of unconditional friendship for my pledge brothers/sisters
Student African American Brotherhood (SAAB) August 2006-August 2007
• Helped to coordinate and participated in efforts to enhance the black male presence in the
education system
• Played a role that supported a significant increase in the black male retention rate at the
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
National Association of Black Accountants (NABA) November 2006-March 2010
Professional Networking Chair
• Responsible for corporate sponsorships and the planning of professional events
• One of the founding members of chapter of NABA at the University of Knoxville-TN
Team Vols January 2008-January2012
• Collaborated with other students attending the University of Tennessee to be a volunteer within
the Knoxville community