Nikita L. Dawkins adodxv@r.postjobfree.com • 832*********

LinkedIn • Lubbock, TX

August 26, 2021

To Whom It May Concern::

It is with great enthusiasm that I approach Hilton Bonnet Creek & Waldorf with the goal of exploring opportunities, as the Complex Assistant Director of HR opening.

As my resume illustrates, I am well-prepared to meet and exceed your expectations. Equipped with extensive experience in organizational management and team leadership, I am well-prepared to align my skill set with any position that requires a proactive individual who strives to exceed expectations on every assignment. Additionally, I am accustomed to the rigors of fast-paced environments requiring sharp attention to detail and outstanding communication skills. If given the opportunity, I will work tirelessly to deliver similar results for Hilton Bonnet Creek & Waldorf while partnering with your staff to accelerate the achievement of your immediate and long-range goals.

Further, I would bring the following strengths to your team:

§ Proven track record of excellence in strategic planning, team leadership, and operational management.

§ Possessing high level experience in budget control and resource management.

§ Demonstrating value-added skills in relationship management and customer satisfaction and retention.

In me, Hilton Bonnet Creek & Waldorf will gain a diligent, goal-oriented professional with the agility, dedication, and focus required to successfully fill the role of Complex Assistant Director of HR. As such, I would welcome the opportunity to meet in person or via Zoom and discuss this opening in detail. Thank you for your consideration. I look forward to hearing from you! Sincerely,

Nikita Lowry Dawkins

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Nikita L. Dawkins adodxv@r.postjobfree.com • 832********* LinkedIn • Lubbock, TX

Summary

Highly skilled and driven professional with over 20 years’ experience developing and implementing exemplary strategies to drive success and ensure distinguished operational environments. QUALIFICATIONS SUMMARY

Management

• Proven success driving high

success with fruitful team

leadership and training skills.

• Proficient in designing strategic

plans to enhance operational

management.

Administration

• Skilled at maintaining stringent

budget management.

• Adept at ensuring meticulous

resource management to ensure

organizational excellence.

Communication

• Empathetic and engaging

relationship management skills,

with track record of building fruitful

rapport with team and peers.

• Dedicated to leveraging deep

understanding of stakeholder

needs to ensure customer

satisfaction and retention.

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science in Economics

Ohio State University, Ohio

AWARDS

Hall of Fame Inductee 2000, Ohio

State University women’s basketball

All-Century Team 1989, Ohio State

University women’s basketball

Big Ten All-Decade Team, 1991

EXPERIENCE HIGHLIGHTS

Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX 2018 – 2020

Associate Head Coach

Directed organization, development, and leadership of team. Oversaw recruiting and training of top talent. Coordinated play tactics and strategies, as well as mentored assistant coach. Supervised team budget, schedules, equipment management, and professional development. Managed game, fundraising, and alumni event logistics.

• Spearheaded team transition from worst grade-point average to top team within two years.

• Facilitated achievement of undefeated title during non-conference during first participation.

• Accomplished several first-time team wins and record highest win total of 18.

• Given first ever in program history COSIDA All-American Team Member of the Year award.

University of Minnesota, Minneapolis, MN 2014 – 2018 Associate Head Coach

Headed team recruitment, training, organization, and development. Developed and implemented team game strategies, as well as oversaw budgets, schedules, and resource management. Designed training plans and evaluated team performance. Fostered productive team environment.

• Led team to record of three 20+ seasonal wins.

• Team ranked as fourth in national program history through most points per game.

• Received first COSIDA Academic All American in 11 years. Virginia Commonwealth University, Richmond, VA 2012 – 2014 Assistant Coach

Assisted with student recruitment, budget preparations, and training development plans. Monitored and evaluated team performance. Maintained records of students, training sessions, games, performance statistics, and equipment. Facilitated supervision of training sessions and individual workouts. Organized travel arrangements including transport, accommodation, and meals.

• Coached team to third highest win total in school history.

• Team ranked as seventh in the nation in steals.

• Six out of fifteen players added to Dean’s List. Page 2 2

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Assistant Coach, USA Basketball, Colorado Springs, Colorado Assistant Coach, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA Assistant Coach, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX Assistant Coach, Old Dominion University, Norfolk, VA Assistant/ Head Coach, New Mexico State University, Las Cruces, NM Head Coach, University of Detroit Mercy, Detroit, MI Assistant Coach, Ohio State University, Columbus, Ohio Assistant Coach, University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, MI MOTIVATIONAL SPEAKING & PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT EXPERIENCE Assistant Coach, Sacramento Professional Developmental Men’s League, June 2021

• Performed individual skill development work-outs for aspiring NBA players.

• Assistant Coach Sacramento Pro-Am League (6-2 overall record)

• 4 players signed overseas contracts; 3 Players were invited to play in the NBA MGM Summer League S.T.A.R.S 2021 Girls Life & Skills Empowerment Motivational Speaker, Lincoln Community Center, Troy, OH, August 21 PROFESSIONAL PLAYING EXPERIENCE

Italmeco Bari Club, Italy

USA Select Basketball Team (Silver Medal)

USA World University Basketball Team (Gold Medal)

USA Select Basketball Team (Gold Medal)

USA Junior National Basketball Team (Gold Medal)

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