Adrine's Resume
PhiladelphiaOctober 26, 2009
ANDREA MINASSIAN
410 Elderberry Court
Mount Laurel, New Jersey 08054
(856) 231-4277
OBJECTIVE
To secure a position in a professional environment, where my education, training, and proven ability can be fully applied.
SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
More than fourteen years of successful experience as a professional, including substantial experience as an Account Manager with Showtime Enterprises and Office Manager/Travel Coordinator with the Philadelphia Eagles.
Deans List student in earning a Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Drexel University.
Strong planner, organizer, and problem solver who can train and supervise personnel, prioritize multiple assignments, and deliver superior results under deadline and emergency pressure.
Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship building skills. Can be counted on to represent the organization effectively.
Thorough knowledge of the administrative procedures needed to support office environments.
Skilled in the areas of marketing, promotions, operations, and vendor relations.
Computer literate. Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Works, Excel, Windows XP, and proprietary mainframe applications.
PROFESSIONAL HIGHLIGHTS
1999 2001 SHOWTIME ENTERPRISES Paulsboro, NJ
Account Manager
Maintain extensive client contact for an organization which provides trade show exhibits and related services.
Serve as a key Showtime Enterprises liaison to convention planners and national sales representatives of Bayer, Inc.; prepare exhibit component schedules for national meetings; communicate graphic information to ad agencies; disseminate literature, give-away information, and shipping information; schedule installations; and make travel arrangements.
Provide a comprehensive range of trade show services, including preparation of show kit forms, tracking of AMEX expenditures, interaction with I&D companies, problem solving, and preparation of billing for client projects. (Bills include production costs, travel expenses, and other expenditures)
Coordinate activity with Design, Production, Shipping, Accounting, and Engineering Departments.
Key Accomplishments
Assumed responsibility for Bayer Regional Program, obtaining price quotes, disseminating information to Bayer personnel, and playing a vital role in an enhancement of existing exhibits.
Was selected for a special project involving the sale of previously used trade show exhibits on behalf of Bayer. Performed extensive research in order to identify companies that execute sales of that nature and made recommendation to Vice President of Showtime Enterprises.
1997 1999 AUDREY SHINN INTERIORS, INC. Moorestown, NJ
Manager
Directed personnel at a successful interior design firm and retail establishment specializing in furniture and specialty items.
Analyzed client needs, located the appropriate merchandise, and utilized suggestive selling techniques to increase sales.
Developed, implemented, and monitored advertising and promotional strategies.
Accompanied the owner on buying trips to New York and other locations.
Key Accomplishments:
Directed a conversation from manual to computerized system to support daily operations.
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1989 1997 PHILADELPHIA EAGLES FOOTBALL CLUB, INC. Philadelphia, PA
Travel Coordinator/Office Manager (1995 1997)
Personally handled every logistical consideration associated with team travel, including airline and hotel arrangements, ground transportation, and team meals for traveling parties in excess of 150 individuals.
Accompanied the team to away games in order to facilitate team travel, resolve problems as they occurred, and ensure that travel considerations would not interfere with the performance of players and coaches on the field.
Served as key liaison to in-flight managers, head flight attendants, catering managers, ground supervisors, hotel staff, and other personnel.
Made recommendations to upper management regarding selection of airlines and other travel issues.
Consulted with team trainer on menu planning in order to ensure the highest nutritional value of team meals.
Coordinated activity with equipment manager in order to transport baggage and equipment to and from airport, hotel, and stadium of home team.
Handled a comprehensive range of player requests, including travel arrangements for their family members, requests for game tickets, and emergencies. (Maintained on-call status twenty-four hours per day during the season, off-season, NFL draft, and free agent signing period.)
Office management responsibilities included personnel supervision; inventory control; purchasing; and selection and supervision of vendors and subcontractors.
Sales Coordinator (1993 1994)
Coordinated activity in Penthouse Sales Department, including the development of marketing packages, radio advertising and direct sales presentations.
Ensured that food was properly ordered and served, that passes were sent out, and that Penthouse guests were satisfied with quality of service and overall performance of Eagles personnel.
Performed a variety of bookkeeping and accounting tasks, including accounts receivable.
Developed and negotiated incentive programs to stimulate penthouse sales. Compiled information for outside counsel on the leasing of suites.
Planned and coordinated private parties and other special events for suite holders and corporate sponsors. Maintained full involvement in menu planning, selection of entertainment, and administration of project budget.
Key Accomplishments
Hired as intern. Offered full-time position as administrative assistant.
Coordinated team travel to American Bowl in London in 1989 and 1991 and Tokyo in 1993.
Played a vital role in two Jerome Brown Foundation auctions which benefited childrens programs and recreation centers.
Worked with owner, team executives, and Marketing Department to coordinate Super Bowl arrangements for employees and guests.
Assisted with the start-up of a successful, three-tiered sponsorship package. Co-developed brochure and solicited corporate sponsors.
Served as liaison to Bristol-Myers, National Community Bank, AMC Theatres, and other corporate sponsors as Sales Coordinator.
Planned and coordinated approximately fifty special events annually, including a charity golf tournament which benefited kidney research at University of Pennsylvania.
Collaborated with Joe Hand Promotions, Inc. to make three championship fights available for closed circuit viewing by suite holders.
Attended supervisory skills seminar.
Was officially commended for communication skills, attention to detail, decision-making ability, and numerous other qualities.
EDUCATION
Drexel University, Philadelphia, PA
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration
