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Connect Lease is a lease brokerage that has a strong, ongoing relationship with some of the leading financing companies across North America and together, work to get the best rates and terms for personal and business leasing needs. My position at Connect Lease was very fulfilling, working alongside Larry Gray as his Executive Assistant and Office General Manager which gave me an in depth knowledge of the leasing industry and a background of financing. Along with Connect Lease, Larry had two other businesses which I was involved in; Siren Force Sales & Marketing, where we would connect manufacturers of the highest quality outdoor goods and tactical gear with outdoors retailers and police forces across Canada, and a combo Vac-truck company with serviced Oil and gas sites in Central and Northern Alberta.Some key achievements among all of the organizations include:• A thorough and strong understanding of financing and the process of leasing, including working with ICBC and dealing with everything in a short timeframe.• The steps and process required to start an incorporation including dealing with the CRA and lawyers.• Proficient knowledge of Sage Simply Accounting Software for accounting, bookkeeping and payroll for several companies, including remittances and filing GST and corporate taxes.• Securing business licenses and writing manuals to stand up to laws and regulations for various reasons in all companies.

Salus Physiotherapy is a small but very effective clinic with our own team of superstar registered Physiotherapists and massage therapists. I have spent some time growing with the company and the team and have learned a lot about varying forms of the business, including the ins and outs of dealing with ICBC and Workplace Safety cases.. I have built a strong, trusting report with our patients and have become the go-to person for having things accomplished in a comfortable and effective manner.

Gage-Babcock & Associates is a Canadian Fire Protection, Security and Code Consulting Engineering firm that is dedicated to protecting property from the potentially severe consequences of fire and criminal activity. Hired as the administrative assistant/receptionist, my role entailed for me to operate a 6-line switchboard, faxes, sending and receiving mail and couriers, proof-reading documents, over-all up-keep of the office, preparing new files and filing documents which, due to the high importance of the security files, needed to be done so with diligence. I was quickly given more responsibilities on a daily basis, including preparing new proposals and jobs.Some key achievements include:• Growing knowledge and understanding of security, building and fire codes.• Quickly surpass my initial job description expectations, due to my high attention to detail and efficiency• Showing an ability to learn new information and execute new tasks with high competency.

As a well-established and locally grown company, Bosley’s Pet Food provides the best in premier pet food and supplies in British Columbia. The Store Manager position has given me the opportunity to take on new responsibilities including; training and coaching employees, interview, hiring and termination processes, daily cash duties, payroll, product knowledge, inventory, ordering, overseeing standards set for outstanding customer service as well as focusing on sales. I take pride in my ability to manage many different aspects of the store while inspiring and coaching my staff simultaneously.Some key achievements included:• Full understanding of company computer systems and code of business• Received constant feedback for outstanding customer service and competent training of staff to a high level of service• Acknowledged for my ability to quickly learn new procedures, information and apply it accordingly• Confident with new challenges and pro-active when dealing with unique situations

Vizeum Canada is a media company which is part of the Aegis group, with more than 52 offices in 42 countries, they are the world's largest independent media group. They provide media services in all industries with the goal of creating stronger connections between brands and consumers. My designated position was Media Assistant and the majority of my work involved printed advertising. My job had me covering many different aspects of the media industry, from making and entering sales, to researching information I used to improve a client's outcome, to pitching our services for clients. My duties included creating ad spaces for Print, Radio and Television, meeting with clients on a regular basis, and quality control of various advertising campaigns. During my time at Vizeum I also streamlined and reorganized many of their processes to the advantage of the company.Some key achievements included:Built strong customer relationships; maintaining and creating new relationshipsImplemented many structures and procedures to ensure orders were taken care of flawlesslyDemonstrated strong knowledge of computer skills, including Microsoft Office, Excel and work specific programs.

Allegra is a national print and image company with operations across North America. They provide digital and print services and can include creative ideas through to completion of print projects. I began my role in reception and quickly progressed to the role of Customer Service Representative. Both roles required me to quickly acquire grow an in-depth knowledge of the print industry and customer needs. My duties included ensuring customers files were well organized and up to date, setting up appointments with customers or suppliers for colleges and myself, and providing a strict eye for attention to detail and quality, while ensuring that our timelines are being met.Some key achievements included:Promoted rapidly following recognition of my customer focus and application to workContinuously complimented on all around, high organizational skillsCreated a strong personal following from clients resulting in referrals to new customersDemonstrated quick ability to understand and conceptualize customers’ abstract visions, ideas and requests.Contributed many ideas and suggestions to reduce wastage and errors resulting in the most successful year to date.Recognized for my attention to detail, impressing customers with all-round quality and service.

Known as an up-market restaurant in downtown Calgary, Bonterra only disappointed those unable to get a reservation. As a hostess in this highly successful Italian restaurant, my responsibilities included the daily organization of tables and restaurant floor, greeting customers and managing the quality of their service during their visit, daily banking from previous day income and expenses to weekend reports, organizing reports for group functions and special events and house appearance care including the daily tending of our highly acclaimed garden.Some key achievements included:Quickly given responsibility for banking following my demonstrated aptitude and trustworthiness.Received accolades from both employers and customers for my personal attention to the appearance of the restaurant and gardenPlaced in charge of overall floor duties after exhibiting a strong scene of multitasking and organization

As a Customer Service Representative, I was put in charge of the commercial banking for the branch. I responded to and managed business and personal customer's banking needs, assisting them with payments and arranging appointments with Financial Advisers. Through this position I received an invitation to hostess for a well known Calgary restaurant.

My role as a sales clerk quickly progressed to the Assistant Manager of a liquor store in the trendy Killarney district of Calgary. Duties included managing the till, stocking shelves and maintaining customer relationships.

Working as a barista on Calgary's busy "Red Mile" strip, my duties here initially involved preparing coffees and managing a till. In November 2005 I was offered a promotion to the position of shift supervisor. This role involved managing banking for a shift, supervising up to six baristas and many other managerial duties.