Manager Sales Representative

CHASTITY D. GARNER, MPA

**** *. *********** **** • Dallas, TX 75206 • ************@*****.*** • 678-***-****

Vibrant and results oriented leader with 4 years of progressive experience relating to program and project management, able to contribute significant value to an organization.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

• Track record shows a proven ability to demonstrate leadership, initiative, and the ability to address complex business challenges in order to produce results and exceed expectations.

• Able to utilize strong interpersonal skills to effectively communicate with all levels of personnel and management.

• Efficiently handles multiple projects, tasks and responsibilities in a reliable and timely manner.

• Skilled in social media management and marketing through various mediums; experienced in program evaluation and implementing solutions to improve business processes.

• Software proficiencies include Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), QuickBooks, Abacus Law, and FedEx Ship Manager.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

SEASONAL AREA MANAGER (TEMPORARY) August 2011 – November 2011

TUTORS WITH COMPUTERS Irving, TX

Served as a temporary area manages for the largest Supplemental Education Provider in Texas, working to increase students served, staffing, and program profit

• Managed supplemental education programming in conjunction with the No Child Left Behind Program; worked with Arlington ISD and Fort Worth ISD

• Trained, coordinated, and managed a staff of 70 to accomplish the goal of increasing number of students served and increasing each child’s reading/math level

• Accurately managed the daily and biweekly payroll tasks for each employee under my supervision.

• Ensured that compliance regulations were implemented and adhered to.

Accomplishments:

Successfully increased revenue of the company from $650,000 from the previous year to over $1,000,000.

PROGRAM DIRECTOR / NON PROFIT CONSULTANT July 2010 – May 2011

SAPPHIRE ROAD DEVELOPMENT, LLC Dallas, TX

Served as a program director for a small non-profit organization, working to increase federal funding, social media presence and program results.

• Moved organization towards 501(c)(3) status through the completion and submittal of multiple applications.

• Effectively solicited support letters from numerous national leaders, such as Senator Bernice Johnson and Congressmen Pete Sessions.

• Coordinated pertinent meetings and composed presentations to be presented to the city of Dallas, VA Medical Center, and other important community groups.

• Creatively designed marketing materials and innovatively lead social media marketing campaigns for the organization’s projects.

Accomplishments:

Successfully wrote a grant for $25,000 for USGBC (U.S. Green Building Council) – October 2010.

SES PROGRAM COORDINATOR February 2008 – January 2010

FUTURE FOUNDATION Dallas, TX

One of the fastest growing youth development agencies in the nation, providing various programs for thousands of at risk youth along with innovative plans for long-term empowerment.

• Essential duties included managing the day-to-day instructional, operational and administrative program activities of the federally funded Title I Supplemental Educational Services (S.E.S.) program.

• Developed budgetary compositions within the S.E.S. program and managed the Abstinence ‘til Marriage & Healthy Relationships program and assisted with grant completion, resulting in a Title I grant renewal.

• Managed supplemental education programming in conjunction with the No Child Left Behind Program; worked with Atlanta Public, Fulton County, and Clayton County School systems.

• Developed effective recruitment and marketing strategies for the S.E.S. programs; also hired, trained, and managed teachers and tutors to deliver S.E.S. services.

• Ensured that daily paperwork was completed, organized and accurate in numerous areas (parent signatures, attendance records, progress reports, billing, etc.) so that facility passed site visits from federal auditors.

• Effectively coordinated meetings, events, workshops, and presentations for the organization.

Accomplishments:

Successfully grew youth attendance in programs from 4-6 kids (year 1) to 50+ (year 2); increased program funding from $30,000 to $100,000.

Achieved a 92 rating and a 98 rating from federal auditors during unannounced site visits.

ASSISTANT PROGRAM EVALUATOR (INTERN) January 2007 – June 2007

• Conducted a thorough evaluation of the Future Foundation’s nonprofit program, producing a detailed analysis of operations, opportunities for improvement and strategies for increased results.

• Provided assistance to “at risk youth” in their educational, personal, and physical growth, participating in various programs and productive activities.

• Successfully planned, scheduled, and assisted with the management of numerous events for the organization.

ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE

OWNER / BLOGGER / AUTHOR / WARDROBE STYLIST October 2008 - Present

GARNER STYLE Dallas, TX

A multifaceted organization that provides consultative services to clients in regards to fashion, vision and classy wardrobe alternatives.

• Served as a sales representative & handled all wholesale inquiries for JIBRI PLUS SIZES

• Successfully launched and maintains two websites: http://www.garnerstyle.com/ and http://garnerstyle.blogspot.com/; increased website and blog traffic through social media outlets.

• Published an industry best-seller: The Curvy Girl’s Guide to Style.

• Serves as an independent buyer for Atlanta boutique and Curve Appeal (sizes 14-24).

• Serves as a personal shopper and stylist to female clients (sizes 14-24).

• Pulls relevant wardrobe selections and accessories for industry fashion shoots.

Media Mentions:

D Magazine (May 2011), Marie Claire, Jones Magazine (Spring 2010), KSU Alumni Magazine, Fashion Bomb, Betty Confidential, Lane Bryant’s Inside Curve. TLC’s Say Yes to the Dress

EDUCATION AND TRAINING

MASTER OF PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION 2007

BACHELOR OF SCIENCE – POLITICAL SCEINCE 2004

KENNESAW STATE UNIVERSITY Kennesaw, GA

• Training: Gang Violence Prevention, Business Writing, Communication in the Workplace, CPR, First Aid, Fundraising Summit, and The Indispensable Assistant.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

• Project One Junior Golf Program – Volunteer

• Life Community Child Development Center – Volunteer

• Future Foundation - Volunteer

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