As a recent college graduate with a Bachelor of Science in Communication from Arizona State University, I am looking for gainful employment in marketing, market research, promotions, and other related fields.My education has provided me diverse knowledge of business communication practices and how to apply these skills in various business settings. My past job history has honed my skills in time management, organization, and customer relation skills. Particularly, my time as a bus aide allowed me to communicate with people of many differing backgrounds, challenged with multiple disabilities. I am able to cultivate long-term, positive relationships with customers, negotiate contracts, and provide customers with an organization's products and promotions through a consultative approach. As an Inside Salesperson for New Wave Energy, I brainstorm ideas to improve processes and drive business growth. I consult customers on New Wave Energy's solutions and industry best products to save their businesses money on natural gas costs. Throughout each of my roles, I have strived to be the best team player, leading by example, and fostering a collaborative environment built on strong teamwork. I have worked closely with supervisors and managers to develop strategies, marketing tactics, and contributed to increasing profitability as a Sales Associate at Dollar General. I was recognized for maintaining the highest amount in register count, and was selected by leadership for opening and closing responsibilities. Other transferable skills I possess include:• Address customer service inquiries, troubleshoot customer problems, and provide solutions to ensure customer satisfaction.• Track the sales performance of a company’s products, attend meetings, community events, and trade shows. • Capable of performing market research on competitors and consumer behavior. • Apply a consultative approach to provide new promotions to the customer.• Collaborate with individuals at all levels of an organization to drive tangible business results.• Forge strong community relationships with various businesses and build a network of contacts through community outreach.In addition, I enjoy working with people. I am energetic, motivated, dependable, and trustworthy. I am always eager to take on new challenges. I am empathetic to the needs of others, which I believe stems from my childhood experiences. I spent many years as a child around the disabled, helping them in various settings, as my mother managed a group home, and I often accompanied her to work on the weekends.