Being greatly influenced by the rapid change in the international business world of today, I have evolved over the past several years into a global thinker who strives for working in a fast-paced and stimulating environment. Because globalization is rapidly making the world smaller, I feel that everybody has to consider opportunities and challenges on an international scale in order to stay competitive and profitable, especially during the current economic environment.My strengths include being an innovative thinker, a team player, and a natural leader. Whatever challenges may arise, I am confident of providing rational and successful solutions. During my time with a diverse group of businesses, I have implemented programs which increase productivity and profitability, reconciled entire accounts receivable balances, improved customer relations, and executed ideas for business growth during a world recession.I love learning something new everyday, especially relating to global cultures, languages, and business practices. Having studied in four unique countries, I have learned “how to learn” and how to effectively communicate with a broad variety of people. I can proactively work with anybody, in any situation, wherever the opportunity arises.Specialties: Management•Ability to plan, prioritize, organize resources, direct employees and execute multiple projects •Natural problem-solver•Productive team playerCommunication•Proficient in Spanish, German, Dutch & Finnish; knowledge of French, Russian, Italian, Swedish & MandarinComputer•Microsoft Windows (8, 7, Vista, XP, 2003, 2000) & MAC OS X•Microsoft Office (Word, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Sage MAS 500, SPSS, FrontPage, ServiceCEO, Patricia, EmCe, Thunderbird, Adobe Acrobat & Photoshop