Emily Yocum
**** ***** **** ******, *********, TX 76063 952-***-****
*****.*****@*****.***
Objective
. To enhance and contribute positively to learning deployment initiatives
across the organization
Education
Master of arts Expected July 2014 Southern Methodist University
. MAJOR: CONFLICT MANAGEMENT & DISPUTE RESOLUTION
. Related Coursework: Certified in Executive Coaching, Licensed Mediator
. Related Experience: Completed internship with GameStop, Inc.
Bachelor of Arts June 2004 Western Washington University
. MAJOR: COMMUNICATION
. Related Experience: Completed Internships with both the National
Storytellers Association and Walt Disney World
Skills & Abilities
Training
. CREATED LEADERSHIP LEARNING LIBRARY FOR GAMESTOP, INC. (GAMESTOP)
. Trained new staff individually in accordance with company standards and
role responsibilities (SUPERVALU and Advantage)
. Acted as Subject Matter Expert for process integration focus groups of 5-
10 people as new processes were created and implemented
. Facilitated new process trainings for 25-30 people (SUPERVALU)
. Vice President of Education for Supervalu's chapter of Toastmasters
International (Certified Toastmaster)
. Focused on motivating others to succeed within our 25 member Toastmasters
group using private coaching as well as team collaboration
Technology
. EXPERIENCED USER IN MICROSOFT OFFICE SUITE
. Uses internet quickly and effectively for applicable information research
. Currently serving as office contact for audio / visual needs
Leadership
. IDENTIFIED LEADERSHIP COMPETENCIES FOR LEARNING LIBRARY (GAMESTOP)
. Acted as both team leader and training coach to associates (SUPERVALU)
. Streamlined and updated reporting processes from manual to electronic
(Advantage)
. Trained team members to operate within the new electronic report
structure
. Created and maintain daily and weekly updates with Advantage team members
to stay current with new items and processes
General
. ACT AS LEAD CONTACT FOR CUSTOMER SERVICE ISSUES WITHIN SUPERVALU AND
ADVANTAGE
. Led local letter writing campaign to raise funds and awareness for the
American Heart Association
. Ability to work well with all levels of staff
Experience
Business Account Administrator Advantage Sales & Marketing 2009 - 2014
BUSINESS SUPPORT SPECIALIST SUPERVALU 2006 - 2008