International Business and Management

Alexa Patti

847-***-**** **********@*******.*** *24 Andrew Lane Schaumburg, IL 60193

CONFIDENT and INNOVATIVE INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS/HR MANAGEMENT GRADUATE with an entrepreneurial spirit and Human Resource, Project Management, Process Improvement, and Event Planning experience. Continually learn and apply business theories and methodologies while developing fresh ideas and alternative perspectives to perform at peak performance.

Visionary and conceptual thinker with a “Big Picture” mentality.

Build trusted relationships and foster cooperation within team environments.

Tactful and calming when assessing problems, investigating facts, and developing workable solutions.

Calm and effective while managing multiple tasks in fast-paced environment.

Solid work ethic; meticulous organization; pride in work; can-do attitude.

World travels include Europe (French residency), Spain, Netherlands, Germany, Switzerland, Belgium, Greece, Sweden, Italy) United Kingdom Morocco Croatia Canada Mexico Caribbean 49 US States.

EDUCATION

Drake University Des Moines, IA May 2020

B. S. in Business Administration Major: International Business and Human Resources Management

Presidential Scholarship Award College of Business & Public Administration Deans List

CPBA Sufficiency in Public Speaking Award Spring 2018

Sample Global Projects – managed end-to-end group projects:

Uber – research and developed a case for Uber’s re-entrance into the London Market.

Disney – researched and developed a 10-year plan to improve Disney’s relevance and increase profits by attracting and retaining diverse talent, reaching more diverse markets, and producing innovative, creative, and relatable content.

Sample Coursework: The Business Profession (4 years) Business Strategy & Policy Developing Economies International Management Leadership & Personal Development Intercultural Communication Organizational Behavior Organizational Psychology Compensation & Benefits Managing Diversity in the Workplace Data Management for Business Analysis World Regional Geography Microeconomics/Macroeconomics Professional Communication Colonial Latin America

Grenoble Ecole de Management Grenoble, France

Study Abroad Program International Business Premier Business School in France January – May 2019

Well versed in both national and international issues

Computer Skills: MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) Adobe Photoshop, Video Editing (Premiere) Visio Google Applications (including Forms) Paylocity

LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE

Drake University Drake International Study Abroad Program November 2019 – present

Senior Advisory Board

In a collaborative environment, recommend strategies and enhancements to elevate the level of Study Abroad programs. Draw upon event planning techniques to add structure to the programs.

Drake University Delta Sigma Pi Business Professional Fraternity Des Moines, IA January 2018 - present

Corporate Sponsorship Chair 08/19 – present

Pioneered, planned, and launched corporate networking event for connecting young professionals with major employers in the greater Des Moines area with NO COST to the attendees nor the Fraternity by soliciting and securing donations for event site, food & beverages, prizes, etc.

Vice President of Alumni Relations 01/19 – 05/18

Planned and executed large events that facilitated relationships between current Chapter members and Alumni.

Won Fraternity-wide Best Alumni Relations Award 2019

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE continued

HDI GLOBAL Chicago, IL June 2018 – August 2019

HDI insures companies through internationally coordinated insurance solutions across 150 countries worldwide.

Human Resource Internship

Entrusted to assist in improving a myriad of HR processes, including:

Resume Writing & Interview Workshop – developed and facilitated day-long workshop for 15 recruited participants who received feedback and advice on their resume and interview skills. Enhanced attendees’ confidence and professionalism while providing HDI with a candidate bench.

Hiring Process – cut time from job acceptance to hire date by 30%. Improved internal organization, developed next step scenarios and flow charts, and restructured job offer emails to achieve projects’ milestones.

HR Internal Audits – elevated performance status from orange (significant issues or risks) to yellow (minor issues or risk) by improving the hiring process, as well as payroll, termination, and travel expense systems. Additionally, reduced a backlog of open HR projects.

Offer Letters – clarified the details and communicated the hiring process and plan.

Wellness Program Privacy – worked with software developer to ensure the privacy and anonymity of participants in the company’s wellness program.

Wellness Initiative – redefined a healthy lifestyle and improved nutritional eating recommendations while evaluating the relevance of dated health pledges.

360 Review Programs – researched and identified viable programs that best aligned with company’s criteria. Surveyed employees for feedback.

United Way Des Moines, IA January – May 2018

Human Resources Assistant to the HR Director

Assisted in the recruitment process by researching candidates through Indeed, reviewing resumes, screening potential candidates, screening initial interviews, and developing interview questions.

Corroborated to redefine company policies and procedures relating to Paid Time Off (PTO).

Market Research

Strategy Development

Corporate Project Planning & Execution

Conceptual / Analytical

Leverage Resources

Manage Relationships

Risk Identification & Issue Resolution

Professional Presentations

Articulate Communication

Goal Focused; Persistent

Time Management

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