DONNA PONTELLO
Houston, TX 713-***-**** **************@*****.***
Developed and executed general business solutions resulting in increased company exposure, customer traffic and sales. A
self-starter with a positive can-do attitude who is driven to learn, improve and succeed. Innovative, enthusiastic and
uncompromising work ethic.
AREAS OF EXPERTISE
HR Department Startup Benefits Administration Business Development
HR Policies & Procedures Training & Development Residential Lending
Staff Recruitment & Retention Performance Management Accounting and Finance
HR Program/Project Management Compensation and Benefits Sales and Marketing
Organizational Leadership Employee Relations Orientation & On-Boarding
PROFESSIONAL PROFILE
Extensive background in human resources includes experience in; employee recruitment and retention, staff development,
conflict resolution, benefits and compensation, records management, policies and procedures development and legal
compliance. Demonstrated success in negotiating win-win compromises, developing teambuilding programs, and writing
personnel manuals, corporate policies, job descriptions and management reports.
EXECUTIVE SKILLS AND CAREER ACHIEVMENTS
Director of Human Resources 2011 - Present
A New You Health and Wellness Houston, TX
• Administered clinic operations, including operational budget management, competitive pricing for services, and
recruitment of medical staff.
• Developed entire organizational structure and coordinated all initial business-development activities.
• Reviewed and analyzed all daily reports to make sure that patients are properly attended and are receiving the best
patient care.
• Evaluated work activities of medical staff and personnel to maintain high level of standards in terms of services.
• Created policies and procedures manual, job descriptions, clinical protocols and operational standards.
• Established a QuickBooks accounting system to reflect accurate financial records.
• Prepared operating budgets, budget reports and other financial performance reports.
• Conducted month-end balance sheet reviews and reconciled any variances.
• Consistently achieved and surpassed all revenue, profit and margin improvement.
• Ensured optimal patient results and provided support to all clinic staff
• Led sales forecasting, market trend evaluation and segment strategies.
• Boosted customer satisfaction ratings and improved work flow by developing new processes.
• Negotiated prices, terms of sales and service agreements.
• Successfully led business to profitable revenue gains.
Clinic/Operations Director 2006 - 2011
Optimum Weight Management Houston, TX
• Managed day-to-day business of the clinic including; staffing, purchasing, training, cost control, advertising, customer
relations and marketing development.
• Supervised a staff of 10, emphasizing sales performance and high standards of center operations.
• Responsible for sales, inventory control, administration and compliance to company policies and procedures.
• Maintained clients’ records such as medical restrictions, eating habits, physical attributes, etc.
• Ranked as a top performer, averaging 20% to 30% above sales quota each month.
• Cross-sold services at a rate of 25% to 40%, upgrading customers to different plans and product packages.
• Decreased expenses by 25% by renegotiating prices from suppliers.
• Secured feature article in local publication on weight management.
• Interviewed by three local TV news stations on weight management.
Mortgage Banker/Supervisor 2000 - 2006
Wachovia Bank Houston, TX
• Considerable amount of experience in banking and lending arena with an in-depth knowledge of residential mortgage
lending.
• Supervise over 60 employees with full responsibility for recruiting, interviewing, hiring and training of personnel.
• Streamlined processes that resulted in reduced expenses, improved productivity and increased revenue.
• Directed and trained teams of banking staff members to run bank branches and oversee residential lending.
• Oversee entire mortgage process including application, origination, underwriting and closing.
• Guided and assisted the processing staff in the loan processing procedures.
• Interview prospective clients for credit and financial data analysis.
• Negotiate terms of residential mortgage loans.
• Ensure loan applicant provides required information and supporting documentation.
• Manage applicants expectations related to processing times, interest rates and closing dates.
Account Executive 1996 - 2000
Fieldstone Mortgage Houston, TX
• Expertise in residential mortgage lending, underwriting and brokerage services.
• Cultivated mortgage broker relationships.
• Prospect for new business regularly by establishing relationships with local referral networks.
• Consistent top performer and Presidents Club member, closing 5 to 10 million a year.
• Adept in managing multiple tasks with superb organizational abilities.
• Keep up to date with latest loan and mortgage regulations.
• Proven negotiation and presentation skills.
• Dexterous in handling relevant software applications.
• Complete knowledge on pricing and the underwriting procedures in the mortgage industry.
• In-depth knowledge coinciding with all the pertinent federal laws (like Truth-in Lending, RESPA) regulating the
lending.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management, Montana State University Northern, Havre, Montana, 1996