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EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Business Administration - Advanced Marketing Diploma, Fleming College 2008-2011
Specialized Courses
Effective Sales Tactics, Strategic Marketing Plans, Market Research, Design and Layout (Indesign, Photoshop), Consumer Behavior, Marketing Communications, Internet/Direct Marketing,Organizational Theory, International Marketing, International Trade, Human Resources, Corporate Social Responsibility
General Courses
Improvisation, Presentations and Creativity, Communications at Work, Communications Report Writing, Psychology, Sociology, Accounting, Team Work, Control Influence and Seduction
Awards
Innovation Award at the Bell Community Innovation Forum
Employment History
Program Coordinator/On-Site Manager- Leafs/Raptors Rewards 2011-2012
Mercedes Benz North America(MBNA)
SDI Marketing, Toronto, ON
Coordinated approximately 60 employee schedules, payroll, training, and on-boarding
Worked closely with Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment corporate representatives on a daily basis
Management of Scheduling, Screening, Recruitment, Dismissal, and Payroll for the program
Created performance based incentive structures to motivate the staff
Coached and motivated employees to raise morale as well as results
Exceeded sales quotas set by the client as well as SDI Marketing
Prepared performance tracking documents to better understand where coaching was needed
Contact with the client (MBNA) daily basis regarding sales results, inventory tracking, planning, and changes
Management of staff in a fast paced, high pressure, and competitive environment
Event Marketer 2011
Eagle Eye Oakville Events, Oakville, ON
Represented the Canadian Centre for Abuse Awareness at various sites across Ontario
Fund-raised for the C.C.A.A. with toy drives for less fortunate children
Kept a detailed and up to date list of inventory that was sold/returned
Reported sales results at the end of each day to the CEO
Apprenticeship Program 2011
Kuehne+Nagel, Mississauga, ON
Learned the various logistical routes for freight coming from the far east.
Performed daily duties of clear shipments for departure and arrival of goods
Worked independently to ensure all duties and tasks were completed
Worked with team members to ensure all clients were satisfied with their service
Reported tracking results daily to management
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Employment History Continued
Marketing Consultant/Coordinator 2011
Brett Alton Photography, Peterborough, ON
Developed graphic line of business (LOB) materials including: sales sheets, postcards, flyers, invitations, thank-you cards; Organized catering and venue booking
Developed a marketing strategy and promotional materials for the launch of a local photography exhibit
Marketing Consultant 2011
Lindsay Medical Laser Therapy
Applied Agency, Fleming College, Peterborough, ON
Conducted market research and data analysis as part of a five phase project management system
Liaised with clients on a continual basis
Planned and implemented strategic marketing tactics on behalf of clients
Created a line of business (LOB) materials including: print ads, radio ads, flyers, promotional materials and accessories
Presented comprehensive marketing plans using presentation software
Marketing Consultant 2011
Peterborough Symphony Orchestra
Applied Agency, Fleming College, Peterborough, ON
Conducted market research and data analysis as part of a five phase project management system
Liaised with clients on a continual basis
Planned and implemented strategic marketing tactics on behalf of clients
Created a line of business (LOB) materials including: print ads, radio ads, flyers, promotional materials and accessories
Presented comprehensive marketing plans using presentation software
Lead Diversity Worker 2011
Diversity Office, Fleming College, Peterborough, ON
Planned and promoted events, recruited paid-staff and volunteers
Coordinated various Not-for-Profit fund-raising events, activities, and initiatives
Prepared advertising/marketing plans for each event
Managed, supervised, and coached volunteers during various events
Proficient use of Microsoft Office, email correspondence, design/presentation software
Sales Associate/Cashier 2010-2011
Follett, Higher Education Group, Fleming Bookstore, Peterborough, ON
Conducted a variety of sales transactions
Promoted the sale of various products and accessories by offering product recommendations
Served customers in a professional and timely manner
General Reservation Agent 2007-2008
Global,Lufthansa German Airlines, Peterborough, ON
Actively listened to and responded to customer inquiries during the reservation booking process
Operated and trained on specialized database; generated estimates
Used innovation and proactive methods to ensure core customer satisfaction/performance standards and business goals were achieved as measured by key performance indicators
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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
Open House Representative, Fleming College 2008-2011
Promoted enrollment at Fleming College in a professional, charismatic, and confident manner
Deliver elaborate presentations to prospecting students highlighting the benefits of the College
Day of Pink, Fleming College 2011
Planned, organized, and managed event
Organized and advertised guest speaker for the event
Promoted event through various media outlets including a local TV interview
St. Patrick's Day International Potluck, Fleming College 2011
Organized and promoted event; assisted with developing relationships between local and international students
Grandmothers For Grandmothers, Fleming College 2011
Created a power-point presentation to be used by guest speakers, set up information booth, and developed promotional materials for the information/advocacy session
10,000 Villages Fair Trade Expo, Fleming College 2010
Acting Sales Manager; Supervised cash, promoted the sale of various items
Managed volunteers on rotating shifts throughout the Expo
Fleming Marketing Committee, Fleming College 2008-2011
Assisted in the planning, advertising, operation, and execution of various local charity & student events
Master of Ceremonies Slam Dunk and Skills Competition,Fleming College 2010
Provided charismatic commentary; Engaged and interacted with the audience
Announced event winner and presented trophies to Winners
Kids Against Hunger,Fleming College 2010
Assisted the Diversity office in collecting donations from the public
Haitian Relief Fund-raising, Fleming College 2010
Took personal initiative to fund-raise approximately $3000 for the Red Cross Haitian Relief Fund
Slam Dunk and Skills Competition, Fleming College 2009
Aided in the set up, operation, and clean up of the event
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VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE CONTINUED
President of Social and Fund-raising committee 2007-2008
Global, Lufthansa German Airlines, Peterborough ON
Responsible for the development of the committee; recruited other members, chaired board meetings, planned and managed a variety of events
Presented new ideas and initiatives to management in order to gain approval
Developed and implemented an employee bi-weekly deduction program to increase company morale; program grossed approximately $10,000 annually for employee gifts, prizes and incentives
Smart Serve Certificate 2005
WHIMIS Certificate 2011
References Available Upon Request