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The site documents my journey through the wonders in community service and my life, capturing moments of my involvement. Some express themselves through art, poetry, or song; I tend to express myself through canvassing my neighborhood and discovering opportunities to support its development. . The projects you find here were organized and/ or managed by me with the assistance of wonderful groups of volunteers and others who share my passion for community improvement.
Born and raised in the southern comforts of Memphis, TN at the age of 13 began a life long journey of enjoying community involvement proactively by volunteering. Community organizing with events and projects in my neighborhood has always been of great importance holding the most distinctive presence in all my work as well as throughout different mediums not immediately related to altruism. Experience in “For profit” Sales and Management, Journalism, and Public relations has significantly helped mold my career choice to dive into Business Development of the Non Profit Sector.
Inspired by neighborhood unsung heroes including teachers, principles, and community leaders, I readily accept the role of Community Event Planner and Fund Raiser. With novice experience there is still much to learn. Holding an Associate’s Degree in Marketing and Business Management I have accomplished a lot. Continuing this trend at Pepperdine University & using the resources offered to me to improve my skills. I am looking forward to pursue a long career in Non Profit Business Development & starter business development , with my own corporation.
Connecting with the community and improving the circumstances holds the most value to me, here you will get a glimpse of what I am so passionate about and why. A pure expression of what makes me, ME. Like Picasso with his brush or Chopin with a tune, this is what defines me.
Hope you enjoy your visit to this site and feel free to connect with me. SALUT!
RESUME
Non Profit/ Volunteer Experinece
ALPHA Girls(Lil Fashionista), Creative Director Spring 2007-present
Created self- esteem summer program, hosted at the Boys and Girls Club with the focus on concerns girls ages 7-14 have with body image and health issues
• Identify and cultivate relationships with donors and prospects.
• Oversee all organizational fundraising communications,
• Arrange and execute summer program
• Submit questionaires to measure the effectiveness of the program
LA Sentinel Newspaper, Los Angeles, CA - Health & Fitness Intern Journalist
Intern Journalist with focus on fitness including physical and mental health. Interviews and articles include Fit, Fun & Fab, Money Management as well as an exclusive interview with Councilwoman Janice Hahn regarding her run for Lieutenant Governor.
• Research and Develop articles surrounding current events and community interest
• Proof read articles. confirm that they accurately jump sections.
• Complete field assignments including interviews, covering events, press conferences and conventions
West Los Angeles College- Activities Director of Student Affairs
• Recruit high school students into the WLAC student program
• Cultivate and execute marketing programs for the Student Governoment
• Build opportunities to unite students & staff in an fun and informative networking environment .
President, Multicultural Club- Lead a club of 25 active members; helped locate & assign scholarship funds; fundraisers; job assistance. Establish morale among peers.
Career Experience
Boots Retail USA, Senior Sales Advisor
Key Account Manager & Senior Sales Advisor, March 2006-present
Trained local sales force of six brand ambassadors located throughout the Southern California area. Managed a $250,000 annual account and led all forecasting, market analytics and sales.
Achievement HighlightsEarned repeated commendations for sales leadership throughout tenure with Boots Retail, USA. Significant results include:
The Business Muse
Junior Publicist & Office Manager of Boutique Public Relations Company 2008
Within the first month of employment placed two clients on top rated news shows & newspaper media USA Today
Maintained company website & press kits for six main accounts
Established relationships & client loyalty based on integrity and quality service.
Michael Levine
Levine Communications Offices
Lead intern November 2007-February 2008
Primary responsibilities included managing a team of 7-10 interns & monitoring the growth and develop of the six departments
Assist in developing and executing media kits, product/client placement.
Education
Pepperdine University, Graziadio School of Business Malibu, CA
BSM Candidate, Major in Business Management, degree expected: 2012
West Los Angeles College --- Culver City, CA
A.A. in Business Management, dual minor in Marketing
Technology
MS Office (Word/Excel/PowerPoint/Access/Project), Windows (XP, Vista)
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