Management Manager

Maria Aromin

*** **** ***** ****** • Gurnee, IL *0031 • *****.******@*****.*** • 847-***-****

CAREER SUMMARY

Business Professional with a successful record of launching, directing and managing a federally and state funded program in a diverse community performing human resource management functions as well as full cycle program planning including ongoing monitoring and review

CORE COMPETENCIES

Business Analysis – Project Management – Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships - Continuous Process Improvement – Process Reengineering – Team Management – Strong Organizational skills – Experienced Human Resource Manager – Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint

OCCUPATIONAL HISTORY

AbbVie North Chicago, IL

Administrative Professional (2014 – present)

Provide ongoing administrative support to several managers and associate directors as assigned

Responsible for managing calendars and coordinating schedules

Organize meeting and training venues, including presentation materials and equipment as well as catering

Manage all aspects of travel (foreign and domestic) including accommodations as well as team meeting venues

Track monthly expenditures of clients; reporting the studies attached to their travel when applicable

Onboard new members to the team ensuring that their transition is conducted smoothly

EVO Studio, Inc. Waukegan, IL

Co-Owner/Manager (2012 – 2015)

Conceptualized and helped launch a fitness studio LLC that successfully grew from zero to over a hundred members in less than a year

Responsible for the organization, management, administration and supervision of all day to day operations as well as marketing for future promotions

Maintained accounts receivable and accounts payable in order to provide an ongoing accurate snapshot of the financial health of the studio

Developed the systems, policies and procedures directly related to operations and management

Lake County Family YMCA (1998 – 2012) Waukegan, IL

Sr. Director (2001 –2012)

Provided specialist information and guidance to employees and managers on HR policy and practice

Collected, analyzed and reported data related to the the needs and resources within the community

Lead the leadership team in creating the programs Strategic Action Plan to accomplish program short and long term goals

Created On-going Monitoring System along with the necessary protocols required during Federal Triennial Review

Proof read all external communication, including vendor contracts to ensure accuracy and soundness

Developed and initiated internal processes needed to complete program improvement plans within specific time frames

Led the recruitment process of key employees and the selection of collaborative partners

Established goals and milestones as per the desired results expected by federal auditors

Researched and authored several grants, federal and state, resulting in awards over $2.1 million

Managed site directors in order to facilitate efficient operations as well as address areas of possible complications

Facilitated monthly staff and quarterly board training’s and presentations

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597 Pine Grove Avenue • Gurnee, IL 60031 • *****.******@*****.*** • 847-***-****

Lake County Family YMCA, continued

Assistant Director (1999 – 2001)

Created and implemented annual operating budget

Developed business solutions to maintain program stability and enhance growth

Managed day to day operations with regard to multiple governing agencies and stakeholders

Responsible for the full recruitment cycle

Planned and delivered training, including orientation for new staff.

Successfully increased enrollment and reduced staff turnover through targeted strategic planning

Created and implemented standardized policies and procedures manual

Lead Teacher (1998 – 1999)

Taught Pre-K classroom of 20 children.

EDUCATION

Keller Graduate School of Management, Gurnee, IL

MHRM, emphasis in Marketing Management, 2010

MBA, emphasis in Human Resources, 2009

Columbia College, Gurnee, IL

BA, Psychology, 1999

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