Youth Involvement in an Innovative Coconut Value Chain by Mwalimu Menza
Helen Graves
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2. I received my passion for Office Management Executive Assistant while working at
Amalgamated Bank. Amalgamated Bank gave my the opportunity to grow, expand my
knowledge and gave me the education and tools to advance. Upon my relocation to
Atlanta, GA I was not sure if I wanted to go back into the corporate world, so I decided to
go back to school and obtain another degree in Business Management as a class project
we had to develop a company, it was so interesting that I decided to create my own
business “Superior Secretarial Services” a Virtual Assistant for Small Businesses and
Entrepreneurs. After joining the Rockdale Chamber of Commerce and other Social
Networking groups my business grew from a Virtual Assistant to a full Small Business
because everyone needed someone to complete their Administrative Assignments but
could not afford to hire someone on a full time basis, I received so many assignments
that I moved Superior Secretarial Service into an employment service where I contracted
staff to work from home to various businesses, while working full time positions.
Five years later I realized that I really miss the Corporate World and NYC , I miss
the excitement , fast pace and the competitive activity of Manhattan . I am looking for a
company that I can apply my skills and knowledge. A new adventure where I can stay
for twenty years like I did at Amalgamated Bank to grow, advance and learn.
Office Management Executive Assistant is my passion because I love helping
managers and co-workers achieve a better working environment through Leadership,
Planning, Team Building and Creativity Ideas.
3. Over twenty years of experience leading front- and back-office administration and serving
as a trusted assistant to senior executives;
Well-honed office management skills, including hiring and supervising clerical staff;
scheduling, calendaring and event planning; preparing reports; administering records
management systems; and developing Excel spreadsheets, Mail Merge and PowerPoint
presentations;
The ability to anticipate executives’ needs, follow through on all details and tactfully handle
sensitive situations;
Strong relationship building skills, leadership and team building, able to plan and
implement comprehensive business strategies.
Solid Foundation Computer Proficiency, (Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Access, Sales Force)
Travel Arrangements (Car, Air, Hotel)
Event Planning (Meeting and Conferences)
Also;
Certified Executive Assistant
Excellent Customer Service
Handle Financial Data
Organizational and Project Management
Research and Problem Solving
High Confidentiality
4. ACCOMPLISHED, POLISHED, PROFESSIONAL AND
HIGHLY QUALIFIED, OFFICE MANAGER / EXECUTIVE
ASSISTANT has a solid background, more than 20 years in
the administrative business field. Background in Human
Resources and Office Management, creating a positive
experience and performance for employees and
management. Recruitment of high level executives for
financial corporation and businesses. Planning and
leading comprehensive marketing strategies in support of
business goals and objectives. Strong relationship building
skills, powerful leadership, team building strategies and
social networking abilities. Success in implementing
training for employees on MS Office Programs and
Customer Service Skills.
5. Motivation in building business from staff of one to staff of fifteen.
Built company grossing over forty thousand year.
Creative ideas free marketing saving small businesses thousands per
year.
Saved company over thirty thousand by reorganizing – bills.
Implemented hiring of on-site tech saving over ten thousand per year.
Time management implementing staff training MS Office Suites.
Improve Customer Service skills through training classes.
Recruiting high qualified financial Analysis and sales personnel into
billion dollar corporation.
Improve sales for various businesses incorporating new clientele base.
6. Social Networking also gave me the opportunity to create and sponsor community affairs
for businesses, entrepreneurs and community for marketing.
Large Yard Sell – Junk –in – the – trunk
Expand your business – Dinner and Social Events
Children Fashion and Talent Show – Children model clothing and perform special acts.
Involvement with various Non Profit Companies - Helping teens receive summer positions,
mentoring on subjects of Bullying, Careers, High Education and Inspiration.
Volunteer typing resumes, cover letters and teaching MS Office Suites to teens and adults.
Working at the local Senior Citizens Office reading and filing out forms for utilizes,
medical insurance and lease agreements.
Walk for Susan Komen and Artistic Children
7. Bachelor of Business Administration – HR Management
2012 American InterContinental University
Hoffman Estates, IL
Associate of Arts in Business Administration
2010 American InterContinental University
Hoffman Estates, IL
Associates of Science – Computer Technology
1984 Plaza College
Jackson Heights, NY
Certified Executive Assistant
Katherine Gibbs College
8. MeLisa Collins – RunAround Services
President
770-761-1431
Cheryl Hubbard – Capstone Financial Partners
Partner
404-926-1374
Deborah Alexander – Department of Driver Services
Manager
770-918-5863
Debi Gupta - Amalgamated Bank
Senior Vice-President Director of Information Technology
212-255-6200
Paul DiLorenzo – Amalgamated Bank
Vice President – Telecommunications Dept
212-255-6200
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10. I am confident that I would be able to organize, manage
and create a smooth-running office. If you agree that
my qualifications and passion for your company
would make me a strong addition to your team, please
call me at (347) 954-8342 or email
HelenGraves64@aol.com to set up a telephone
interview or professional meeting. Thank you for your
time, and I look forward to hearing from you.
Sincerely,
Helen Graves