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Enclosed is a copy of my resume. Thank you for considering my application. I will appreciate the opportunity to discuss with you my suitability for this position and can be reached at 432-7841.

Yours sincerely,

Suzette Lafreniere

Enclosure:

RESUME

CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

	John Pavlow
	1032 Sherwood Street, Wildwood, NJ 07886
	201-555-9384
	[e-mail]
SKILLS:	Proficient in Windows 95, Windows NT, Microsoft Office, HTML, C, C++, Java and
	conducting Internet research. Fluent in both French and Spanish. Excellent interpersonal
	skills and fine-tuned organizational ability.
WORK	1984-Present: Forsythe Metals & Alloys Company, Secaucus, NJ
EXPERIENCE:	Manager, Chemicals Procurement
	Successfully managed a corporate group that purchases the key chemical raw materials for
	more than 150 plants within the US Initiated all purchase decisions for pulp and paper
	chemicals, plastic resins, inks, waxes, coatings, solvents, plastic film and sheet, and
	lignosulfonates. Directed six professional buyers and non-exempt employees. Personally
	created, developed, and implemented a critical cost reduction program with a total savings
	of more than $1 million per year. Established pioneer program in support of Hazardous
	Waste Disposal project. Chaired meetings of strategy planning and successfully negotiated
	for new cost-effective raw materials.
	1992-1994: Allied Metals & Alloys Company, Secaucus, NJ
	Purchasing Agent
	Successfully negotiated some $60 million in specialty and commodity raw materials.
	Contributed largely to Mistek’s cost reduction programs. Initiated liaison function
	between corporate purchasing and Mistek of America, Ltd. This program greatly
	improved reporting systems between plant Managers and purchasing department.
EDUCATION:	Master of Science in Chemistry, Browns University, May 1980
	Bachelor of Science, University of America, May 1975.
	Major: Chemistry and Business
REFERENCES	Provided upon request

NO JOB EXPERIENCE CHRONOLOGICAL RESUME

KWAME WILLIAMS

McDowell #309, 4400 Massachusetts Avenue, NW, Washington, DC 20016

202-885-5555, [e-mail]

EDUCATION

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American University, Washington, DC

BSBA, Marketing, May 2008

Overall GPA: 3.3/4.0

Honors: McNair Scholar, 2006 - present

Relevant Courses and Projects:

Consumer Behavior

Created marketing campaign for local restaurant; worked in team of five; discussed findings with company using 20-minute PowerPoint presentation

Analyzed purchasing behavior of consumers to determine marketing strategies; wrote 30-page analysis

Marketing Research

Conducted three student focus groups of 10 to test new advertising campaign; wrote summary report of findings

Developed quantitative survey to test likes and dislikes of new product; utilized SPSS to compile results

EXPERIENCE

American University Office of the Registrar

Administrative Assistant to University Registrar, December 2005 - present

Collect and interpret university professor evaluations of performance that are later used in decisions on tenure, contract renewals, and merit

Work closely with university registrar and faculty on key issues which affect university community

American University Office of Judicial Affairs

Board Member of Conduct Council, October 2005 - present

Appointed by Director of Judicial Affairs and Dean of Students to participate in forum for resolution of complaints against students

Create and enforce academic and social sanctions against students who violate Code of Conduct

American University Undergraduate Admissions Office

Ambassador, September 2005 - present

Represent university at official functions designed to recruit over 200 prospective students each year

Selected to speak on student panel held during AU Open House for 400 parents and prospective students

American University New Student Programs

Orientation Leader, May - September 2005

Selected as orientation leader to welcome more than 1,200 new freshmen to AU

Led groups of 20 - 25 students throughout two-day orientation focusing on academic preparation, diversity training, community building, and alcohol awareness

SKILLS

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Computer: Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and SPSS

Language: Conversational Spanish

FUNCTIONAL RESUME

Dean Brown

3345 Garden Place Sarasota, FL 34231 941-332-9989 [e-mail]

Objective: Seeking a position in a non-profit industry where my extensive teaching and communication experience will be used in full.

Qualifications:

Strong writing, editing, and presentation skills

Proficient in organized and environmentally friendly administration

Ability to develop rapport with people of all cultures and ages

PROFESSIONAL SKILLS

Writing Skills

Wrote and edited sections of Andrews Language Academy company website and newsletter from 2000-2002.

Addressed student concerns and inquiries via e-mail help desk.

Researched motivational learning techniques in relation to multicultural groups and composed essays using MLA format. Presented findings in various workshops from 2002-2006.

Created and contributed to an International Teacher's Group Blog, titled Show Don't Tell. Blog was featured in China News Daily in May 2007.

Leadership Skills

Served as ELT Wonderschool representative in Job Fair 1999.

Coached new and returning students at monthly intake day sessions at Andrews Language Academy.

Designed and taught an Advanced writing course for business learners for ELT Wonderschool in 2004.

Organizational Skills

Used computer skills including Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Adobe PhotoShop, and HTML to aid in systematic and creative lesson planning.

Developed and maintained reusable teacher files to save time and money, and reduce environmental waste.

Met and exceeded daily, weekly, and monthly deadlines for newsletters, test writing, and student records in various teaching positions.

Interpersonal Skills

Motivated hundreds of students to become proficient readers in North America and Asia.

Developed active listening skills during ten years of teaching ESL in paid and volunteer positions.

Maintained an open door policy during all positions as a senior teacher.

Participated in panel interviews with administrators during teacher recruiting sessions.

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

www.homestyleenglish.com (tutoring and editing) present

ESL Wonder School 2002-2004

Andrew Language Academy 1999-2002

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Beijing Baby Preschool (Volunteer) 1995-1996

Seoul English Camp for Kids (Volunteer) 1995

EDUCATION

TESL Nation Certification, Florida, 1995

BA, Dramatic Arts University of Florida 1994

LITTLE JOB EXPERIENCE RESUME

1440 Armor Street Rocky Bluff, IA 50318 [phone] E-mail: [e-mail]

OBJECTIVE: A career in the tourism industry that utilizes my organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Exceptional organizational skills

Successful at dispute resolution

Excellent ability to communicate with a diverse group of individuals

EDUCATION

B.S., Travel and Tourism, Blevins University, College Town, IA, 1998

RELEVANT SKILLS

Organization

Planned social events for 200 residents of a university dormitory

Developed personal itinerary for three-month tour of the Far East

Computerized accounts of a large restaurant and caterer with Quicken software

Communication

Coordinated itineraries through effectively communicating with tourism businesses like airlines, travel agents, and hotels in various countries

Presented explanations of meals to large parties of customers to help them select those best suited to their individual tastes and dietary needs

Exhibited strong persuasive abilities to achieve highest sales in telemarketing division

Interpersonal

Interacted with people from diverse cultures and backgrounds through extensive foreign travel and advising dormitory residents

Mediated multiple dormitory disputes to arrive at favorable outcomes

Established amiable rapport with restaurant patrons

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

8/97–5/98 Resident Advisor, Blevins University, College Town, IA

Summer 1997 Food Server: Smorgazborg, Decatur, IA

Summer 1996 Telemarketer: At-Home Co., Newtown, IA

Summer 1995 Secretary: The Tire Shop, Wheeling, IA

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