Met with new and current clients one-on-one daily to teach their dog new concepts of training while teaching clients how to properly maintain and apply our system of training.
Consulted with owners and made recommendations on the individual training best suited to their dog, whether it be private lessons or board and train.
Created customized programs and invoices.
Applied training solutions to address animal behavior problems.
Earned positive verbal/written feedback from clients regarding my training skills and customer service.
Delivered instructional presentations on equipment use, focusing on efficiency and safety.
Organized school events for our company that resulted in long term relationships including Mt. Pleasant Academy and Primrose Academy.
Promptly responded to general inquiries from clients via phone and email.
Generated leads for new sales through telephone and email contact with customers.
Nanny and Babysitter Coordinator
Your Happy Nest Nanny & Babysitting Agency
11.2017 - 11.2021
Executed integrated advertising campaign across multiple media channels including Facebook, Instagram, Indeed, Care, as well as performing direct sales.
Familiarized nannies with agency's policies and regulations.
Utilized Dubsado and Mailchimp to create and send contracts and invoices as well as mass e-mail updates.
Mediated talks between parents and nannies.
Organized nanny and children playdates and activities.
Managed babysitting requests and placed the appropriate sitter with the right family.
Managed job postings and updates for our social media page.
Conducted in-person as well as virtual nanny interviews.
Performed reference checks.
Maintained an updated database of families and nannies with Trello software.
K9 Trainer
Off Leash K9 Training Raleigh/Greenville
06.2015 - 10.2017
Met with new and current clients one-on-one daily to teach their dog a new concept of training while teaching the clients how to properly maintain and apply our system of training.
Consulted with owners and made recommendations on the individual training best suited to their dog, whether it be private lessons or a board and train.
Applied training solutions to address animal behavior problems.
Led and organized a seminar to teach other trainers around the country the fundamentals and principals of search and rescue training.
In charge of training the new trainers that came to work with us.
Earned positive verbal/written feedback from clients regarding my training skills and customer service.
Created new processes and systems for increasing customer service satisfaction.
Developed and maintained lasting client relationships including a partnership with a dog walking business and B.939 iHeart radio station.
Organized marketing events for our company that resulted in sales and client relationships.
Promptly responded to general inquiries from clients via phone and email.
Generated leads for new sales through telephone and email contact with customers.
Assistant Narcotic/Explosives Detection Trainer and Kennel Technician
Georgia K9 National Training Center
01.2014 - 05.2015
Corrected problem behaviors through understanding of Pack Dynamics, Canine Psychology and Positive Reward Based Training.
A thorough understanding of explosives/narcotic aid placement and reward.
Developed training plan unique to each dog.
Identified key growth opportunities for the business by instituting a puppy detection program.
Built and maintained relationships with police departments and military officials.
Trained new employees during the hiring process and managed all employees beneath me.
Adhered to high standards of safety, cleanliness and professionalism.
Identified, coordinated and participated in client relationship-building activities and meetings.
Answered potential client questions regarding training options, prices and availability.
Answered e-mails concerning clients, handled complaints and responded to requests for information.
Inventory Assessment.
Business Service Center Coordinator
Charleston Place Hotel
09.2012 - 01.2013
Business Center Coordinator/Sales Administration/Food and Beverage Administrative Duties (Printing, Copying, Faxing, Microsoft Office).
Prepared and distributed Banquet Event Orders (BEOs).
Utilized OPERA software.
Assisted clients with conference, wedding, and meeting room blocking.
Prepared Drive-In Reports as well as assist in Tie-Down meetings.
Prepared Daily and 10 day Event Reports.
Filed and distributed Banquet and Catering Invoices.
Attended weekly Food and Beverage meetings.
Intern
Boston University Development
05.2010 - 08.2010
Worked in various departments including Athletics, Alumni Relations, and Annual Giving.
Helped to predict and decide annual goals for each Boston University sport.
Used Excel, Word, and the UIS program to categorize donors.
Wrote articles for e-Parent, the Parent Campaign newsletter.
Helped with other various tasks in a timely manner to prepare for the end of FY 10.
Teller
The Friendship State Bank
01.2005 - 01.2008
Met customer's expectations for service in a prompt and accurate manner.
Opened new customer accounts, including checking, savings and lines of credit.
Processed sales referrals and promoted bank services and products.
Processed cash withdrawals.
Assembled in-store marketing displays.
Researched and resolved customer issues on personal savings, checking and lines of credit accounts.
Entered member transaction data into the online banking software.
Reported daily averages and shortages to the operations department.
Cash handling.
Directed specific questions to appropriate branch personnel.
Education
Master of Arts - Social Science
The Citadel Graduate College
Charleston
2015
Bachelor of Arts - History / Classical Studies
Indiana University
Bloomington, IN
2011
Skills
Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Quickbooks
Google Docs
Data Entry
Team leadership
Lesson Planning and Management
Sales Expertise
Conflict Resolution
Customer Service
Seminars and Workshops
K9 Operations
Timeline
K9 Trainer
Fathom K9, LLC
01.2019 - Current
Nanny and Babysitter Coordinator
Your Happy Nest Nanny & Babysitting Agency
11.2017 - 11.2021
K9 Trainer
Off Leash K9 Training Raleigh/Greenville
06.2015 - 10.2017
Assistant Narcotic/Explosives Detection Trainer and Kennel Technician