MATTHEW MITCHELL
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EXPERIENCE THE WORLD WAR ONE CENTENNIAL COMMISSION
Washington, DC // Intern: Public Affairs Manager
01/2018 – present
Assisting with executive communications strategy and development of communications materials
Work with the Event Manager and Marketing Manager to promote Marketing events at the Embassy of Belgium
Conducted researched and drafted memos and summaries on Political Figures, CEO’s, and Military
Created fundraising materials utilized on social media and websites and sent out in mass mailings.
Gathered data, analyzed it and compiled it into reports which were distributed to the appropriate personnel.
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF STATE: VIRTUAL STUDENT PROGRAM
Washington,D.C. // Public Affairs
01/2017 – 01/2018
Coordinate consistently with regional communications professionals in building consensus on ideas and thought leadership
Participates in activities that promote company visibility, build a strong image and increase public awareness
DARFUR WOMEN ACTION GROUP
Washington,D.C. // Fundraising & Congressional Outreach
08/2016 – 12/2016
•Mobilize resources for Darfur Women Action Group by fundraising events, marketing, grant writing, communication and media relations.
•Promote and increase genocide awareness and education via survivors and first hand witnesses
•Strategic outreach to individuals and groups
•Conducted researched and drafted memos and summaries on Political Figures, CEO’s, and Military
•Recorded data and maintained source documentation
CVS/PHARMACY
Washington,D.C. // Store Manager
04/2008 – present
Build a strong company image and increase public awareness and consumer propensity through planned and executed floor merchandising initiatives in collaboration with merchandise management to ensure store sales.
Assess performance and provide on-going feedback; Complete and deliver performance appraisals and development plans
Assist Store Manager in monitoring and controlling daily operational budgets, including payroll and Schedule
Contribute in management and store meetings, offering suggestions for associate development, sales opportunities, and organizational improvements
Plan for and manage the annual inventory process to deliver strong results
Successfully increased employee retention by creating a positive work environment. Cultivated strong business relationships with customers to drive business development.
EDUCATION MARYMOUNT UNIVERSITY
Political Science
2015 – 2018