Carol Lyn Matthews
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PROFESSIONAL
SUMMARY
Administrative professional with over 20 years of diverse experience in organizations of all sizes and across multiple industries. Well-organized and self-directed bringing excellent multitasking abilities and strengths in resolving problems. Dedicated to improving customer satisfaction, and driving overall operational improvements. Commended for consistently saving costs while increasing profits.
SKILLS Computer proficient
Excellent communication skills Multi-line telephone systems
Greet and accommodate visitors Compose correspondence
Documentation and control
Research and report preparation
Accounts payable and receivable Order and restock supplies
Mail sorting and distribution Meeting and travel arrangements Background check conduction Contract agreement preparation Contract negotiation
WORK HISTORY
PROFESSIONAL DRIVER
Professional Transportation Inc. Denver, CO
06/2018 to 01/2019
Planned and executed efficient routes to optimize time and fuel costs Completed efficient transfers at railroad sidings and final destinations to keep routes on schedule
Inspected vehicle prior to and after completing each shift, noting any damage or issues in detailed logs
Consulted with supervisors and dispatch personnel to assess situations, determine appropriate solutions and make decisions
OWNER/OPERATOR 07/2013 to 06/2018
Royal Blue Transportation Services LLC Broomfield, CO
Created business plan, established processes and directed operations to offer quality transportation to customers
Updated financial accounts with current revenue and expense data and quickly resolved discrepancies to maintain compliance
Observed all driving regulations and safety procedures, maintaining compliance with Department of Transportation and Federal Motor Carriers Safety Administration
Interfaced directly with over 150 clients regularly to promote business offerings, answer questions and propose special pricing for upcoming seminars and events
OFFICE MANAGER
Wire One/BT Communications Westminster, CO
10/2007 to 06/2009
Assessed, optimized and elevated operations to target current and expected demands
Negotiated and secured contracts with office supply vendors and meeting/event catering professionals to supply all requested materials and services at competitive prices
Assessed business systems and processes, identifying areas for improvement to support future growth
OWNER/OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR
Aarons Electric Company Westminster, CO
06/2003 to 05/2007
Prepared proposals, contracts and permits for review and approval by county and state offices, general contractors and subcontractors Monitored multiple databases to keep track of all company inventory
Led complete review of operational costs and potentially wasteful practices, resulting in minimal cost increases as company headcount and business volume skyrocketed
CONTRACT MANAGER
Ball Aerospace & Technologies Corp. Broomfield, CO
05/1998 to 06/2003
Led initiative for purchasing protocol and implementation of antenna and video systems automated ordering contract with General Services Administration (GSA) schedule for federal supply
Negotiated new and existing contracts with Department of Defense(DoD) and other customers, including requests for proposals, program change orders, schedule deadlines and contract pricing in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations
Single handedly reduced department accounts receivable by 37% with effective customer communication and follow through
EDUCATION Government Contract Management
University of Phoenix, Westminster, CO
Accounting and Business Management
Orange Coast Community College, Costa Mesa, CA