LAUREN M. FORD
**** *. ****** **. *** *R • Chicago, IL 60657 • 508-***-**** • **********@*****.***
OBJECTIVE
• Obtain a customer service position for a reputable company
HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS
• Effective communicator, able to create and foster effective relationships with clients and co-workers
• Well-organized with proven ability to effectively prioritize work, completing multiple, concurrent assignments in a timely and professional manner
EDUCATION
LOYOLA UNIVERSITY CHICAGO Chicago, Illinois
Bachelor of Business Administration, Specialization in Marketing August 2008
Relevant Marketing Projects:
Developed marketing strategy for a hypothetical company with a specific target market, developed marketing plan for The American Bar Association and conducted market research for Adler Planetarium in Chicago
WORK EXPERIENCE
ADVANCED RESOURCES LLC Chicago, Illinois
Adminstrative Associate February 2010-Present
• Project Management Associate for IT department at CME Group
• Receptionist for Golub & Company
THE CHICAGO READER Chicago, Illinois
Marketing Intern October 2008 – January 2009
• Managed website and blog
• Tracked rival newspapers advertisements and statistics
• Set up and worked at sponsored events
STARBUCKS CORPORATION Chicago, Illinois
Barista July 2006 – May 2007
• Responsible for opening and closing
• Accounted for cash receipts
• Developed skills to work in a high volume and fast paced store
NEW YORK BOTANICAL GARDENS Bronx, New York
Membership Services Associate October 2005-June 2006
• Sold memberships to visitors
• Worked in team environment
STOP & SHOP SUPERMARKETS Worcester, Massachusetts
Customer Service Associate February 2002-June 2005
• Trained new employees
• Anticipated, analyzed, and resolved customer problems
TECHNICAL SKILLS
• Proficient in all Microsoft Office applications, with exceptional knowledge of Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint. Working knowledge of Apple applications and SPSS.