CYNTHIA M. DE BOW

Cell: 708-***-**** Email: adt34i@r.postjobfree.com

**** * ***** ****, #**** Las Vegas, NV 89108

PROJECT / PROGRAM / EVENT /ADMINISTRATION / VOLUNTEER MANAGEMENT COMMUNITY / PUBLIC RELATIONS MARKETING

Productive, dedicated and passionate about bringing people and expansion opportunities together

I have years of experience as an innovative and strategic business professional with the ability to advance an individual, group or organization and help achieve their goals. Further, I have proven to be an intuitive leader driven by core values and philanthropic services. Through the identification, planning and execution of effective initiatives, I have been instrumental in roles which help create and maintain communities that are economically sound and socially equitable. I am a dedicated life-learner and advocate of continuous process improvements which positively impact the lives of others.

Reliable, accountable, innovative and results-oriented with experience implementing solutions that positively impact the bottom line.

Knowledge and experienced in aspects of relationship building, marketing, project/program/event and account development and management.

Advanced skills in contract negotiations, strategic planning, and public speaking.

Diversified background with instrumental roles in marketing, advertising, branding, sales and project and program management for accounts including:

Richard J Daley Jr – City of Chicago; Anthony J Davis – City of Country Club Hills (Political)

G. Hielaman Brewing Company (Beverage)

ITT Technical Institute (Education)

Kraft Foods (Food & Beverage)

No Dope Express Foundation (Social Service)

Tierra Grande I (Project/Property Management)

Worlds of Curls Inc (Health and Beauty)

Country Club Hills Outdoor Theater (Project Management)

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE & ACHIEVEMENTS

Independent Projects / Substitute Teacher / In-School Suspension Facilitator, IL 2013 – June 2020

I have worked on various independent projects including my recent role as a 2020 Census Ambassador for Illinois Action for Children/Good Shepard Center. Additionally, I serve as a substitute teacher in several south suburban school districts (233,161, 160, 147, 152.5 and 159). My most recent assignment was in Homewood- Flossmoor 233; while my longest tenure began November 2017 through June 1, 2018, where I served at Zenon J. Sykuta as the CARES (in-school suspension) Program Facilitator.

ITT Technical Institute, Orland Park, IL 2007 to 2012

Community Relations Specialist

Served in a critical role for the high school recruitment program and relationship development and stewardship with students, community leaders and elected officials. Prepared and executed PowerPoint presentations, conducted on-site informational tours and special events which demonstrated program knowledge and engagement. Provided consistent and thorough monitoring of pipeline and submitted timely reports.

Key contributions/achievements/deliverables:

Established reputable partnerships with area high school students, administrators, community leaders and elected officials in efforts to create positive public awareness.

Generated increased number of prospects for the recruitment department by coordinating and participating in college and career fairs, classroom presentations, special events as well as other production driven initiatives.

Contributed to building the schools’ reputation by developing and executing strategic recruitment and customer intimacy programs and special events.

Provided accurate and timely reports to senior management which in turn was utilized to uphold accreditation and compliance standards.

College Education Recruiter – ITT Technical Institute 2006 to 2007

OXFORD FINANCIAL SERVICES, Ltd, Chicago, IL 2005 to 2006

Branch Manager/Mortgage Consultant

Opened, managed and oversaw operations for a new branch of the financial service organization. This involved assisting in the development of policies and procedures, staff mentoring, coaching, training and sales.

Key contributions/achievements/deliverables:

Nurtured branch’s successful introduction into Chicago’s south and south suburban community.

Developed operating processes and action plans which provided area residents and businesses with residential and commercial mortgage loan opportunities.

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PREMIER MORTGAGE FUNDING INC, Chicago, IL 2004 to 2005

Loan Coordinator / Mortgage Consultant

Improved company processes and overall performance; fortified company image by implementing effective operating processes, enhanced internal and external communications as well as coached new hires.

Key contributions/achievements/deliverables:

Re-organized office procedures which allocated more time for senior consultants.

Reduced cost by researching additional vendor options, re-negotiating contracts, and developing and fostering partnerships.

Increased client base by assisting in the identification of new prospects and enhanced services to the existing client base with result-driven programs and services.

MCLEOD USA, Chicago, IL 1999 to 2004

Senior Account Executive

Campaigned business-to-business, promoting telecommunication packages to owners: local and long distance services, Internet access, T-1's, PRI's, dedicated Internet, frame relay, and web hosting.

Key contributions/achievements/deliverables:

Consulted and introduced cost-effective and customized options; persuaded owners to purchase telecom products and services from MCLEOD portfolio over competitors.

Grew customer base with over 750 new accounts in the first year by consistently cold-calling, setting appointments and conducting effective presentations to qualified target audiences.

Key Recognition:

Numerous monetary bonuses and awards for consistently exceeding quotas.

ANDERSON TRAVEL CENTER, Chicago, IL 1996 to 1999

Group Meeting Planner

Initially began as a travel coordinator prior to advancing to a meeting planning specialist who was dedicated solely to the meeting planning and execution of the Arthur Anderson and Anderson Consulting accounts.

Key contributions/achievements/deliverables:

Identified groups within the companies to assist in identifying local, national and international meeting venues.

Negotiated and secured discount rates and applied logistics to event details including but not limited to location, meeting rooms, audio-video, catering, and air and ground transportation requirements (within budget parameters).

EDUCATION / AFFILIATIONS

Keller Graduate School of Management

Master of Public Administration with a concentration in Government Management (MPA) – GPA: 3.59

Master of Project Management (MPM) – GPA: 3.61

ITT Technical Institute

Bachelor of Science - Technical Project Management – GPA: 3.78

South Suburban College of Cook County, South Holland, IL

Associate Degree - Marketing Management – GPA: 3.72

City Clerk Candidate – 2014-15 (Cynthia M. De Bow, Country Club Hills, IL)

Campaign Manager - Alderman Re-election Campaign 2012-13 and Campaign Coordinator for 2014-15 Mayoral Campaign (Anthony J. Davis, Country Club Hills, IL)

Commissioner - Country Club Hills Outdoor Theater (2000+ seat outdoor entertainment venue; managed over 50 volunteers)

Theater Commission – Chairperson (2012 – 2016)

Tierra Grande Court II (378-unit condominium complex) – Office/Project Manager (2017)

Hampton Court Condominium Association II (112-unit condominium complex – self-managed)

Board of Directors – President (2010 – 2012)

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