Client Services, Program Management, Coordinator, Office Administrator

CHRISTINE WOOD

860-***-**** *********@*******.*** WWW: linkedin.com/in/Christinemariewood

Summary

Friendly and efficient office administrator with proven expertise in document organization and client services.

Skills

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Powerpoint

Google Suite

Contract Management

Procurement Systems (IBM Maximo, SAP Ariba)

Process Coordination

Client Services

Confidentiality

Adaptability

Communication

Collaboration

Experience

Owner 03/2025 to Current

Your Time Is Now

Deliver remote administrative support to entrepreneurs and businesses by conducting comprehensive research, organizing and maintaining data, and managing calendars and email correspondence to optimize daily operational efficiency.

Facilitate effective communication and provide exceptional customer service to support small business growth and enable clients to concentrate on core business activities.

Freelance Consultant 06/2024 to Current

Freelancing

Realigned strategic career objectives to enhance networking opportunities and leverage transferable skills for sustained professional growth.

Led initiatives focused on sustainable energy solutions and workforce development, advocating for DEI-driven innovation and inclusive practices.

Contributed to thought leadership by actively participating in research studies and conferences on education, training, and women's leadership empowerment.

Pursued continuous professional development to maintain agility and competitiveness, positioning for impactful career advancement and transformational leadership.

Procurement Agent 12/2022 to 06/2024

Eversource Energy

Coordinated emergency response efforts across NH, MA, and CT by managing lodging and catering contracts to support Eversource Energy's storm restoration activities.

Led RFP processes and vendor selection for construction and building services, ensuring cost-effective procurement solutions.

Developed and distributed statewide communications to secure Statements of Work, guaranteeing hotel availability during emergency operations.

Provided training and support on Maximo and SAP Ariba systems, executing contracts and purchase orders to streamline procurement and facility management services.

Procurement Coordinator 10/2021 to 12/2022

Eversource Energy

Managed end-to-end Purchase Order (PO) processing through Maximo, ensuring accurate transaction records and delivering exceptional supplier service to optimize operations.

Developed and maintained strategic partnerships with lodging providers across MA, CT, and NH to enhance emergency response readiness and service availability.

Maintained and updated the Supplier Database, including supplier IDs and contract details, ensuring accurate and current records to support operational efficiency.

Coordinated supplier performance evaluations, addressing key issues to improve compliance and streamline procurement processes.

Educational Enrichment and STEM Program Coordinator 09/2018 to 08/2019

YMCA/BellXcel Academic Programs

Designed and implemented educational enrichment and STEM programs for underserved students in Hartford schools, promoting academic growth and engagement.

Co-led BELLXCEL summer programs, delivering interactive reading and math activities that enhanced student learning outcomes.

Fostered an inclusive and supportive environment to ensure diverse students had access to necessary resources and support.

Collaborated with educators to develop and deliver curricula focused on skill development, confidence building, and fostering a love of learning.

Real Estate Administrative Coordinator 08/2013 to 04/2018

Berkshire Hathaway

Trained real estate agents on software tools to enhance workflow efficiency, resulting in a 20% increase in overall team productivity.

Managed comprehensive accounting functions for the Windsor office, including billing, expense tracking, and commission processing, reducing errors by 15%.

Designed and developed personalized in-house advertising campaigns to promote properties, increasing marketing engagement and property viewings by 30%.

Maintained and optimized a detailed sales database to support strategic sales initiatives and improve office production tracking and performance analysis.

Education

Graduate Certificate: Elementary Education 01/2005

Regis University Colorado Springs, CO

Bachelor of Art: French Language and Literature 01/1990

Bates College Lewiston, ME

Involvement: Presidential Advisory Board, International Club, Campus Film Organization, Bates Theatre, Bates Orchestra, Bates Chamber Orchestra

Professional Organizations

New England Women in Energy and the Environment - NEWIEE, 03/01/24, 03/01/25

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

Remote and In-Person K-7 Educator / South Windsor/Granby Public Schools 08/2005 - 06/2021

IT Specialist/Trainer / MCI Corporation 09/1992 – 01/1999

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