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TOWANNA SUTTON-GONZALES
Core Competencies:
Project Management
Procurement Assistant
Mastering Project Management
PM Capstone
Outstanding Interpersonal Skills
Great Attention to Detail
Highly Reliable and Motivated
Microsoft Office 2010
Oracle
Final Cut Pro
Basic Knowledge of HTML
Flash/ JavaScript
CSS
AS400
Agile Methodology
Photoshop/Illustrator
Professional Experience:
Bayada Home Health Care – Moorestown, NJ
Benefits Assistant – Part Time April 2013 – October 2014
Demonstrated and communicated the core values of the Bayada’s Home Health Care policies and procedures
Provided clerical assistance which included copying, faxing, and the distribution of incoming/outgoing mail
Prepared medical benefits packets or distribution
Handled 40 to 60 incoming calls per day for inquiries regarding benefits package
Performed data entry functions utilizing the Bayada Great Plains Updates/Bears software system
Mount Sinai Medical Center, New York, NY
Traffic Manager January 2011 – November 2011
Gathered, organized and analyzed project information for distribution to the Web Marketing team
Assigned, tracked and managed 100+ active projects involving content/production management team and graphic designers
Performed cross-functional task management for website development, managed resource allocations and approval process
Wachovia, Charlotte, NC April 2007 – December 2010
WRS Education Specialist, Retirement Communication
Acted as subject matter expert in offering and providing strategy and solutions to RMs and clients
Managed education campaign projects end-to-end to meet promised delivery date
Created and managed timeline, material design, approval process and delivery
Developed and executed the deliverables such as posters, flyers, brochures, email splash, and other handouts through writing design and print and delivery
Worked with Meeting Coordinator to schedule onsite meetings and workshops for assigned clients
Wachovia, Charlotte, NC February 2006 – April 2007
HR Project Coordinator
Responsible for providing project coordination of the HR-Related activities for various Corporate Business Unit Initiatives
Researched and formulated analytic reports by analyzing, tracking, researching and resolving issues including creating project plans, timelines and task lists
Assembled project teams and coordinated resources assuming an accountability or leadership role in parts of projects as needed
Assisted in updating the Selection Management Database with merger-related activities
Partnered with and provided administrative assistance to the Learning Strategy Team throughout the learning process
Coordinated logistical activities for new hires, managed on- going learning program calendars, scheduling classroom facilities, and participant travel
MTV Networks – Nickelodeon, New York, NY
Project Manager February 2001 – May 2005
Managed the planning, production and implementation of broadcast and print projects for #1 rated children’s television network, Nick at Nite and TV Land
Monitored the budget, timing and deliverables for multiple projects including programming for Tune-In and Launches, Day Parts Programming, and Promotions Marketing
Maintained and cultivated relationships with national retailers including Target, Sears and Toys R Us
Collaborated with departmental producers, animators and writers to streamline processes
Partnered with the legal department to ensure all projects and contracts met company’s specification
Established relationships with external vendors and negotiated rates and fees
Performed administrative duties including scheduling internal and external meetings, appointments and oversaw travel arrangements along with related expense reports
MTV Networks – Nickelodeon, New York, NY
Budget Manager March 1998 – February 2001
Strategized with Ops Director to effectively plan and manage the HQ budgets from $200k to $1 million for the department
Work closely with Ops Director to develop cost efficiency programs to reduce waste
Monitored the budget for various projects along with the execution of contracts using various internal systems to ensure fiscal responsibility and operational excellence
Maintained relationships with various MTVN departments including Law and Business Affairs, Nickelodeon Finance, General Accounting, Payroll, Creative Services and Production Management teams
Education:
Rowan College at Burlington Country January 2013 – May 2016
Associate of Science in Liberal Arts & Science & Associate of Science Business Administration
Mt. Laurel, New Jersey
Villanova University June 2016 – November 2016
Essentials of Project Management
Mastering Project Management
PM Capstone
Actively pursing Project Management Professional Certification (PMP)
Volunteer Experience:
Communications Officer, 1st Company Family Readiness Group, US Army
Ensured effective communication between organizational leadership and military family community members during the course of deployment periods of 3 years
Disseminated critical leadership information in a timely and reliable manner resulting in increased community engagement for personnel overseas and their families at home
Provided viable information regarding resources for family members