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Brenda Scotland

Anderson

Summary

Dynamic leader with a proven track record at United Steelworkers International Union, excelling in team leadership and negotiation. Spearheaded strategic initiatives that enhanced operational efficiency and client satisfaction. Adept at critical thinking and relationship building, I foster collaboration and drive impactful decision-making across cross-functional teams. Built employer and employee relationships throughout various industries and organizations. Created safety initiatives for the workplace.

Work History

International VP

United Steelworkers International Union
  • Supported strategic initiatives through comprehensive market research and analysis.
  • Assisted in developing and implementing operational plans to enhance organizational efficiency.
  • Coordinated communication between departments to ensure alignment on project objectives.
  • Prepared reports summarizing insights from data analysis for executive review.
  • Contributed to team meetings by presenting findings and recommendations for process improvements.
  • Developed training materials to support onboarding of new team members in strategic functions.
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.
  • Established and directed successful programs focused on Area.
  • Represented organization at industry conferences and events.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.

CoChair

GMP Council
  • Facilitated strategic discussions to align organizational goals with council initiatives.
  • Coordinated meetings and workshops to promote collaborative decision-making among stakeholders.
  • Developed agendas and materials to support effective communication within the council.
  • Engaged with members to gather insights and feedback for continuous improvement of programs.

Education

New Pay Systems

University of Wisconsin Labor Studies
Madison, WI

Certificate - Research

George Meany Labor School
Silver Spring, MD

Post-Degree Certificate - Spanish Immersion

George Meany Labor School
Silver Spring, MD
06.2006

Diploma - Accounting

McDuffie High E
Anderson, SC
1975

Skills

  • Team leadership
  • Relationship building
  • Decision-making
  • Critical thinking
  • Customer service
  • Complex Problem-solving
  • Negotiation and persuasion
  • Training and mentoring

Timeline

International VP

United Steelworkers International Union

CoChair

GMP Council

New Pay Systems

University of Wisconsin Labor Studies

Certificate - Research

George Meany Labor School

Post-Degree Certificate - Spanish Immersion

George Meany Labor School

Diploma - Accounting

McDuffie High E
Brenda Scotland