Professional Summary
Administrative Assistant with 5+ years of combined experience maintaining
client relations, increasing sales revenue, and managing office
administration. Strong organization skills coupled with a dedicated and
hands-on approach to problem solving has developed a professional with
the focus on organizational growth. Multi-faceted professional and with a
consistent history of exceeding targeted goals utilizing a competitive
spirit, synergized with a business acumen to deliver top results.
Skills & Knowledge
. Account Management
. Negotiation Skills
. Event Planning
. CRM Software
. Expense Reports
. Networking
. Schedule Management
. Information Technology
. Customer Relations
Professional Accomplishments
. Demonstrated conflict resolution skills while implementing new
processes to increase operating efficiency.
. Assisted 3 attorneys simultaneously by providing administrative
and information management support.
. Contacted potential clients to gather information regarding
personal injury claims to be used in court cases.
. Performed administrative functions of opening and closing client
information files in a timely manner.
. Spearheaded client follow-ups to insure they had obtained
medical treatment relevant to their legal case.
. Networked and maintained continuous relationships that resulted
in rapid year-over-year (YOY) growth.
. Successfully navigated through gatekeepers to contact hard to
reach clients filling specialized requests.
. Liaised between the client and the management team to insure
products and services met industry standards as well as client's
expectations.
. Utilized strategic solution based selling methods when building
relationships that resulted in sales.
. Created availability after-hours to insure work was completed in
an efficient and timely manner.
. Utilized relationship marketing with companies to promote future
business collaborations.
. Instrumental in the development and organization of charity and
nonprofit event marketing material.
. Utilized databases to manage contacts and organize schedules,
creating an efficient workflow throughout the organization.
. Collaborated with vendors in the data collection process to
recognize emerging trends and react to market needs accordingly.
. Marketed and sold to customers at an approximate 25%+ higher
than average rate.
Career History
Legal Secretary - Behm & Behm, Flint, MI
2012-Present
Patient Advocate - Serven Chiropractic, Flint, MI
Q1-Q3 2012
Sales Associate - Rue 21., Flint, MI
2010-2012
Sales Associate - Shaw's Pharmacy, Durand, MI
2007-2010
Education
University of Michigan-Flint: Bachelors of Arts (B.A.) in Professional
Communication
Vice President - Sigma Sigma Sigma Sorority- 2009-2010
Point Member of Greek Life
Volunteer Work
LACADA Women's Shelter Volunteer
Children's Miracle Network Member
Big Brothers Big Sister Volunteer
Relay For Life Volunteer