Antonio Powell, Mpa Email & Phone Number

New York, United States

• Drive seamless HR operations by managing payroll processing, employee benefits, and compliance, partnering closely with finance to ensure accuracy and timeliness.
• Enhance employee experience through proactive HR support, serving as a resource for staff and fostering positive relationships to support engagement and retention.
• Manage the recruitment lifecycle from job postings to candidate interviews, delivering an efficient hiring process that emphasizes Ascendus' values and culture.
• Maintain accurate HR data and compliance standards, updating employee records, supporting audits, and ensuring data protection adherence.
• Oversee planning for Ascendus' annual all-staff offsite event, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and reinforcing team connections.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

• Streamlined the onboarding process for a diverse pool of over 300 contractors, maintaining 100% compliance with I-9, E-Verify, and tax verification requirements since the start of my tenure.
• Coordinated and executed background checks and pre-employment drug screenings for over 100 contract and contract-to-hire placements annually, ensuring qualified candidate selection.
• Facilitated the accurate and prompt compensation of contractors by overseeing the timely approval and processing of biweekly payroll.
• Improved data integrity by conducting regular ATS, onboarding, CRM, and HCM audits, including data cleansing and validation processes in Bullhorn.
• Prepared comprehensive new hire paperwork for over 100 contractors annually, including agreements, terms and conditions, and more, enhancing onboarding efficiency.
• Optimized vendor management processes by coordinating with multiple Vendor Management Systems (VMS) and served as the key point of contact for managed service providers, facilitating seamless integration and efficient.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

• Assisted with onboarding over 100 contractors, ensuring 100% compliance with I-9 E-Verify, and tax verification.
• Conducted prospect research and gathered market intelligence using ZoomInfo, providing actionable insights that improved lead quality and informed strategic decisions.
• Prepared and presented comprehensive metric reports providing valuable insights to drive informed decision-making.
• Delivered exceptional service to contractors and clients, meeting recruiting needs professionally.
• Managed front lobby operations, delivering exceptional customer service and efficient overall operations.

Charlotte, North Carolina, United States

• Addressed inquiries regarding financial products and services via phone and email.
• Navigated multiple computer systems and applications to efficiently resolve 85% of customer concerns on the first call, improving customer satisfaction.
• Educated customers on the value of digital banking self-service options, significantly enhancing their banking experience and increasing adoption rates.

Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina Area

• Collaborated on campaign strategy implementation, raising over $65 million.
• Supported campaign gift acknowledgement and tracking processes using Blackbaud Raiser's Edge, ensuring timely and accurate donor recognition.
• Served as primary point of contact for all emerging campaign solicitation channels, conducting thorough prospect identification and strategic planning to enhance donor engagement and support campaign goals.
• Provided management and execution support for over 25 special events organized by the Office of Advancement, maintaining seamless logistics and enhancing attendee experience.

Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina Area

• Managed student information for 100+ funding recipients, ensuring 100% accuracy and organized records.
• Organized and oversaw the 13th Annual Carolyn and Norwood Thomas Undergraduate Research and Creativity Expo, coordinating presentations by 245 undergraduate students and 111 mentors from 42 academic departments..
• Managed three social media accounts (Twitter, Facebook, Instagram) with a combined following of 1,500, posting weekly updates and promptly responding to inquiries. Facilitated communication and engagement across.
• Conducted 20 educational workshops aimed at enhancing undergraduate research skills, empowering students with valuable knowledge and resources.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

• Safeguarded the confidentiality of faculty and student records and information.
• Provided support to faculty and staff by efficiently handling tasks such as copying, scanning, and organizing documents.
• Managed mail distribution for professors, faculty members, and department coordinators.
• Demonstrated professionalism in handling the main phone line for the Belk College of Business switchboard, addressing inquiries and directing calls effectively.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

• Provided prompt and effective assistance to students and faculty, ensuring smooth daily operations.
• Maintained a secure environment by diligently monitoring the front desk of Hunt Residence Hall and implementing measures to prevent unauthorized access.
• Fostered a harmonious atmosphere within the residence hall by serving as a liaison between residents and faculty, facilitating open communication and collaboration.

Windsor, North Carolina

• Produced and edited two engaging promotional videos utilizing iMovie, showcasing the company's offerings on the YouTube page.
• Orchestrated the creation of a comprehensive Human Resource Department newsletter, effectively disseminated to all school district employees for the month of June.
• Collaborated closely with the Family and Community Communications Committee to drive successful school district rebranding initiatives.
• Contributed to news writing for district website postings, ensuring timely and accurate dissemination of information.
• Provided valuable support in capturing compelling photographs during diverse school events.

Windsor, NC

• Fostered effective communication with Directors from the Windsor-Bertie Chamber of Commerce and Bertie County Economic Development Department to facilitate seamless event planning.
• Developed engaging social media publications and crafted an event-specific Facebook page to enhance community advertising efforts.
• Successfully managed the creation and distribution of invitation mailings to over 150 local businesses.
• Provided warm hospitality and valuable assistance to 22 local businesses, ensuring their seamless setup for the event.
• Offered exceptional support to 120 expo/job fair visitors, guiding them in their search for career and technical services.

Charlotte, North Carolina Area

• Ensured accessibility compliance by transcribing UNC Charlotte Broadcast Videos, providing video captioning in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act.
• Managed incoming calls professionally and efficiently, handling all inquiries from the main phone line of the Broadcast Communications Department.
• Provided valuable clerical support to the Senior and Associate Directors of Broadcast Communications, assisting with various administrative tasks.
• Collaborated closely with the Administrative Support Associate and Executive Assistant of University Communications, effectively fulfilling assigned administrative duties.
• Acted as a knowledgeable resource for J. Murrey Atkins Library offices and locations, offering helpful information and guidance to visitors.

Master Of Public Administration - Mpa, Public Administration

Bachelor Of Business Administration - Bba, Marketing