Dan Washington
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Highly organized and detail oriented communication specialist, with proven leadership skills. Effective communicator
and persuasive negotiator. Experienced in communicating with people of diverse socio-economic backgrounds and
achieving desired results. Recognized for strong ability to self-manage while contributing to the team effort. Consistent
display of motivating others while effectively executing business/organizational plans.
Education
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies, May 2016
Huntingdon College - Montgomery, AL
Dean's List of Honors: 2014 – 2016
GPA: 3.2
Types: 55 WPM
Relevant Professional Experience
All American Classics 2016
Event Coordinating Field Representative, July 2016- Present
Managed all logistics in preparation for display of presentation and presentation equipment for the site
Traveled throughout the Birmingham area to provide assistance with setup of display
Numerical Data Entry
Maintained flow of communication between company and clients
Entered client information into online filing system
Treetop Family Adventure, Birmingham, AL
Party Host/ Cashier, MAY 2011 – Present
Directed day to day party scheduling
Budgeted cost for food and beverages
Assisted as the liaison between guests as well as owners
Responsible for 20 or more guests at each party
5+ years solid experience in cash handling
Strong ability to perform duties under pressure and perform multiple tasks simultaneously
Strong ability to accept and learn new ideas, and take up new responsibilities
Ability to be calm, objective, neutral, and make good decisions under pressure
Excellent people’s skills, with the ability to create a friendly, and cooperative working relationship with others
Excellent ability to communicate with the public, customers, and fellow staff
Excellent ability to read, understand, and execute instructions perfectly
Exceptional ability to adhere to company’s policies, processes, and systems
Uncommon ability to work effectively and efficiently in a fast paced work environment
Southern States Athletic Conference 2016
Communications Intern, September 2015 – May 2016
Planned banquet events
Created charts and lists of all event guests and attendees
Created event promotional packages
Designed fliers and posters for events
Maintained flow of communication between company and clients
Organized company merchandise for distribution
Scheduling of attendees
Checking attendees into the program upon arrival
Logistical setup/take down
Supply ordering
Huntingdon College Business Office, Montgomery, AL
Work-Study Student, September 2015 – May 2016
Received messages and delivered to proper personnel
Performed clerical duties such as copying, faxing and filing
Entered client information into files
Acquired necessary signatures on document
Integrated Computer Solutions, Inc. – Montgomery, Al
Observational Intern, January 2015 – May 2015
Observed communication skills and strategies within organization
Assisted with fund-raising projects
Created event promotional packages
Volunteer Experience and Community Involvement
Vacation Bible School Activity Leader, Mt. Missionary Baptist Church - Harpersville, AL, January 2008 - Present
Forest Avenue Magnet School Volunteer - Montgomery, AL, August 2014 – May 2015
Extracurricular Activities / Honors
Huntingdon College Men's Basketball - Captain: 2014 - 2016 (four year scholarship recipient)
Black Student Union - Huntingdon College: 2014 - 2016
Student Government Association - Senator of Communication Studies: 2014 - 2016
President of the Student Athletic Advisory Committee: 2012 - 2016
Huntingdon College Gospel Choir – Choir Director: 2013 - 2016
Leadership Initiative: 2014 - 2016
ASU Elite Model: 2015- Present
Huntingdon College Endowed Scholarship
Leon Myra Allman Ligon Scholarship
Nucor Corporation Scholarship
Shelby County Alumni Scholarship
Tri-Sigma Honor Society
Communication Scholar