SUMMARY OF SKILLS • Provides reliable and dependable support using good judgment. • Organizes work with effective time management techniques. • Communicates constructively with clients and team members. • Passionate about the meeting and event industry. • Ability to quickly adapt to new projects and programs. • Computer Skills: o Proficient in Mac, PC, Word, Excel, Power Point, Quicken and multiple email programs. o Extensive experience in Internet searches and professional social networking, e.g., LinkedIn, Plaxo and Jigsaw. EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE Prudential California Realty (Carlsbad, CA), 2004 - Present. Administrative Assistant o Helped generate sales for top producing realtor in an unstable real estate market, as a result of my consistent organization and ability to take initiative. o Managed correspondence for supervisor. Prioritized and responded to clients, or routed communication using discretion and maintaining confidentiality. o Reviewed sales contracts for accuracy and completion using my strong attention to detail. o Extensive phone communication with customers and vendors. o Consistently exceed all goals under the pressure of ever-changing deadlines. San Diego State University, Exercise and Nutritional Sciences (San Diego, CA), 2006 - 2007. Administrative Assistant o Completed class preparations delegated by professors allowing them more time to meet with students. o Handled multiple departmental tasks with demanding deadlines. o Composed letters for supervisor directed towards students, professors and vendors. o Edited professor's letters and syllabi. San Diego State University, Professional Studies and Fine Arts (San Diego, CA), 2005 - 2006. Administrative Assistant o Developed and organized paper and computer files. o Worked together with supervisors to plan and execute departmental graduation. o Resolved students and professors issues with tact and diplomacy. Worked in various restaurants throughout college, learning and becoming proficient in numerous aspects of the food service industry. EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS • Bachelor of Arts, English, San Diego State University, December 2009. • Professional Certificate in Meeting and Event Planning, San Diego State University, planned completion May 2010. o Studied contracts, food and beverage planning and pricing, site selection, profit and loss analysis, forecasting budgets and timelines, creating a blueprint for an entire event, complementing an organization's mission, audio-visual technology, and marketing techniques. • Student member, Meeting Professionals International, 2009