Elise Knox
910-***-**** ad4b63@r.postjobfree.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/elise-knox-490608267
Summary
I am a self-motivated people-person and enthusiastic recent graduate of East Carolina University with a degree in Communications. I have gained significant and beneficial knowledge in critical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving. Inspired to continue to grow and expand my knowledge and skillset, which can assist me in being an asset to any organization.
Education
East Carolina University College of Communication, Greenville, NC August 2020- May 2024
Bachelor of Science in Communication
GPA: 3.7/4.0
Related Experience
Aptive Environmental, Fredericksburg, VA- Remote May 2023- September 2023
Operations Manager
Asked by Regional sales manager to manage and operate sales by motivating and messaging two teams of 50 sales representatives
Maintained relationships with current employers utilizing Sigma software on a daily basis
Increased sales to service ratio with experience in organizations rerouting software system
Scheduled and rescheduled appointments in real time to place sales representative in lucrative positions
Attentive to employers' and clients' requests and operated in timely manner
Aptive Environmental, Long Island, NY April 2022-June 2022
Sales Representative (Intern)
Increased profitability and revenue generating $19,000 in sales of pest control products and services door to door in one month span
Drove sales by renewing and upgrading existing customers and developing new customers
Qualified leads, emphasized company benefits and advantages of products, and negotiate to close the sale
Adjusted approach and pitch based on the physical cues and body language of the customers to close the sale
Handled credit card transactions through digital technology software system
Experience
Hurricane Alley’s, Carolina Beach, NC April 2020-Present
Server/ Bartender
Placed and serviced food/ beverage orders in fast paced environment
Generated a maximum of $2,100 in sales daily
Promoted and inspired daily cocktails to increase daily revenue
Excellent interpersonal communication skills in chaotic situations and with difficult customer interactions
Professionally trained in food safety practices
Blockade Runner, Wrightsville Beach, NC June 2022-August 2022 Food and Cocktail server
Communicated with hotel guests to get feedback on service, resolve any potential concerns or issues, and provide any other additional services
Prepared both alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages for hotel guests
Took and placed hotel guests' food and beverage orders while providing recommendations based on customers liking
Skills
Photoshop
Microsoft: Word, office, excel, and PowerPoint
Digital media
Sales techniques and strategies
Negotiation and generating leads
Honors and Activities: Deans list 2020-present, Chancellors List 2023-present, ECU Women’s Club Lacrosse 2020-present, Pitt County Humane Society Volunteer 2023-present, CPR Certified.