Heather Abbott Email & Phone Number

Christiansburg, Va, Us

Blacksburg, Virginia, United States

Assist with staffing and transactional HR activities within the HR department. Primary HR tasks will consist of confirming work eligibility, HR banner entries, I-9 processing, Page Up entry and assistance, manage wage payroll, Timeclock and overtime, leave management, file management, other administrative tasks as needed. Support employee recruitment and advertising by posting positions, communication with candidates, coordinate recruitment documentation, collect required search committee materials and follow up documentation. Coordinate onboarding and separation procedures including department orientations, welcome packages, newsletters, onboarding activities, and separation checklist and surveys. Assist the Assistant AD in completing transactional paperwork related employee activities (renewals, evaluations, compensations, bonuses, etc.) HR reports, track HR projects and activities.

Christiansburg, Virginia, United States

The Team Manager is the liaison between the coach, parents, players and the school. Support the coach by directing all questions concerning player selection, player positions and playing time to the coach. Keep the team organized and running smoothly by coordinating uniform purchases, fundraising, team events, away game meals and refreshments . It is important that the Team Manager works with parents to ensure that player availability is kept up to date for all games and practices. • Keep the “pulse” on the team and parents by listening and passing concerns on to the coach. • Maintain all records and information relevant to game play.

Christiansburg, Virginia, United States

Christiansburg High School Band programs are mostly funded by students and families. The Christiansburg High School Band Boosters are a non-profit organization (made up of band parents or guardians) designed to collect and raise funds in order to run these Band Programs.Fundraising includes everything from purchasing music for the season, caring for uniforms, paying staff/consultants, bus transportation for away football games and competitions, equipment and large instrument maintenance, etc. Students have several opportunities to fundraise to help the marching band. While some fundraisers are designed to support the marching band’s general operating fund, most fundraisers are specifically designated to help offset the cost of the students portion. This includes our local band festival, Breakfast with Santa, Night at the Theater, mattress sale, candy and doughnut sales, etc.

Christiansburg, Virginia, United States

Radford, Virginia, United States

Christiansburg, Virginia, United States

Formal positions of Secretary and Membership Coordinator of this member-owner swim club. 2020 required a significant expansion of responsibilities due to the aging infrastructure of the facility and the complications from COVID-19.

New River And Roanoke Valleys

I have been running this business out of my home to support reading and access to educational literature both within local schools and throughout the community at large. In addition to the more typical home show and community vendor events, I have coordinated organizational level book fairs for regional groups such as Christiansburg Primary School, Harding Avenue Elementary School, Blacksburg United Methodist Preschool, and The Children’s Garden. These larger events can see as many as 600 attendees participating in more than 15 structured activities, generating more returns for than national services such as Scholastic Books

Christiansburg, Va

Christiansburg, Va

Blacksburg, Va

As volunteer coordinator, I am responsible for recruitment, training, and scheduling of interns and volunteers to expand the Museum's resources and successfully deliver high quality programs to the public. I maintain the volunteer database and create staff schedules for special events and open days at the museum. I have developed all volunteer procedures and training to ensure positive visitor experiences. Additionally, because of the small staff of this new venture, I have been intimately involved in the strategic planning, community outreach, and special event planning as we move toward sustainable operations.

Christiansburg, Va

A nonprofit organization of women who share a common desire to serve the community while building and enjoying lasting friendships. A community service organization that seeks to identify the needs in our area and to strive to meet those needs, specifically those involving women and children.A part of the oldest and one of the world's largest volunteer organizations, the General Federation of Women's Clubs (GFWC) and the Virginia Federation of Women's Clubs (VFWC).

Displays an enthusiam for service projects and for educating others on ways they can help. Creatively thinks of ways the group can serve others. Is willing to explore service projects and find the best match for the group. Feels comfortable communicating with chartering ministry or community organizers about service projects. Willing to learn and tie broader, global ways MOPS serves moms. Serves on steering team and attend meetings.

Focuses on the needs of women and arranges the atmosphere of MOPS. Organizes refreshments at each MOPS meeting, delegating responsibilities to team members and MOPS moms as needed. Assures warm welcome for every woman who comes to MOPS. Delegates or plans and implements special events, both at MOPS meetings and outside of MOPS. Reaches out to mothers beyond MOPS, organizing help for families and the community. Serves on the steering team and attends meetings.

Assist the President in fulfilling her duties of office. Assumes the duties of President when she is not available. Reserve the meeting space for outside events (brunches, special seminars, etc.) and send updates/information to newsletter committee. Find/coordinate speakers for the meetings including video/audio equipment needs, etc. Confirm babysitters before each meeting. Coordinate mom drink, snack and kid snack sign-up for the monthly meeting. Send updates/information to newsletter committee. Coordinates quarterly service project and send updates/information to newsletter committee. Coordinates publicity with the President. (fliers, community outreach/exposure, etc.) Oversees calendar committee. Assist with various executive board led events and activities.

Create and distribute publications including monthly newsletter, photo directory, event notices and other mailings. Maintains an up-to-date database of members. Publicizes MOPS meetings and special events in the community. Facilitates communication among MOPS moms through newsletters, postcards and emails. Compile photographs and other documentation for end of year presentation. Maintain and regulate use of all MOPS electronic communication in the group. Track new pregnancies, due dates, door prize gifts, etc. for use in newsletter and other documents. Serve on Steering Team and attend meetings.

During my tenure with Legg Mason, I worked with the PR director and integrated marketing team to plan, manage, execute and support broad-based internal and external communications programs across all divisions and regions. I supported the Director in her role as official spokesperson for Legg Mason by promoting Legg Mason and maintaining relations with local and national media. Promotions included media coverage and distribution of news releases and other materials.

Write both internal and external press releases and pitch the articles for media placement. Research and compile market information for client proposals.Manage media relations for clients to ensure optimal exposure within their target markets. Develop and maintain editorial calendars, job files, and media contact lists. Track deliverable status and trafficking activity to prevent unexpected schedule slip. Generate briefing books, meeting notes, press kits, and client activity summaries. Involved in general support duties and administrative tasks.

Write game notes and highlights for all home games.Record and write post-game quotes from both teams for distribution to press. Manage and distribute daily press clippings. Assist with statistical analysis and record keeping. Respond to media requests, credentials requests, etc.

Manage and distribute daily press clippings. Assist with statistical analysis and record keeping. Assist with generation of team publications including newsletters, articles, press releases and 200+ page media guide.Organize team and player photos. Coordinate with other departments such as marketing to develop campaigns to maximize ticket sales. Set up and manage youth soccer events while acting as prime representative of D.C. United. Maintain community relations calendar to coordinate player appearances and events that generate media coverage. Respond to media requests, credentials requests, etc.

Created and promoted corporate identity in order to increase awareness among the business community through the use of advertising and PR campaigns, special events, and logo development. Generated design and layout of promotional materials including commercials, scripts, press releases, public service announcements, magazines, and newsletters. Worked with creative services and sales staff to conduct market research and generate promotional strategies. Maintained promotional calendars to coordinate station remotes, contests and other large scale promotional activities. Managed business relationships including trade accounts in the acquisition and distribution of prize material. Sold radio advertising to local businesses in the Southwest Virginia. Manage all aspects of territory including account targeting, new account development, renewal and upgrade sales, advertisement proofs and collections.

Acted as primary administrative and customer support liaison between Aerotek’s client customers, contract employees, and sales force for multiple technical recruiting positions. Supported contractors regarding timecard retrieval, authorization of expense reports, billing, and payroll check delivery. Conducted introductions and orientations on Aerotek’s benefits, policies, and procedures with contract employees.Trained and coordinated temporary / permanent staff in administrative requirements of the office. Budgeted and tracked costs by maintaining records of office spread, supply ordering, internal personnel vacation and personal time, petty cash, and trend analysis for office projects.

Bachelor Of Arts, Mass Communications

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