Deja Suarez Resume
Deja Suarez
104 Porter Terrace, Nashville, TN 37206, USA Nashville, TN, 37203 ------------ ------------
Career Objective
Recent college graduate from the University of Kansas, pursuing a Masters in Sports Administration; aiming to leverage academic experience and a proven knowledge of client relations, conflict resolution, and customer service to successfully fill the role on your team. Frequently praised as adaptable by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Education
BELMONT UNIVERSITY
NASHVILLE, TN
Masters Sports Administration Candidate (Expected graduation, May 2020)
Extracurricular Activity: Mt. Juliet Half Marathon Volunteer, Dairy Dash Volunteer
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
LAWRENCE, KS
B.A. Psychology/Sports Management (May 2018)
Work Experience
NASHVILLE PREDATORS, NASHVILLE, TN
Communications Intern, September 2019 – Currently
• Provide first-rate hospitality to all media members and visiting team staff throughout their stay, starting by issuing their credential to enter Bridgestone Arena.
• Take ownership of the condition of all press areas including the press box, media lounge and media dining room.
• Distribute in-game statistics and other materials to all broadcasters, media members and team officials.
• Ensure that all inquiries are resolved in a professional and timely manner.
• Gather and transcribe post-game quotes from players and coaches.
OHIO VALLEY CONFERENCE, NASHVILLE, TN
Championship Assistant, September 2019 – Currently
Coordinate with host institution regarding planning and event set up for championship banquets and other ancillary events;
Work with multimedia services assistant to create championship banquet slideshows and to ensure championship information is compiled and posted to the OVC website;
Inventory championship awards upon receipt;
Compile, update and distribute conference championship participant manuals.
NASHVILLE COACHING COALITION
Executive Assistant Intern May 2019 –August 2019
Work with Executive Director, assisting with fundraising, producing events, analyzing results
Promote and market The Coach Forum through calls, emails, school visits
Conduct research on funding possibilities for programs and initiatives
Own tasks related to event details and logistics for The Coach Forum and other events
Assist in preparation for board meetings
LOEWS HOTEL
Procurement Coordinator April 2019 – July 2019
Monitors purchase orders created daily to ensure purchase orders meet vendor requirements and product is delivered accurately and on time.
Responsible for follow-up on all purchase orders for their respective assigned hotels including Capital, Food and Beverage and Operating Supplies and Equipment
Team Members are responsible for logging information related to the PO including confirmations, tracking info, ETA, proof of delivery, and proof of approvals.
Responsible for purchase order discrepancy review and resolution including Returned Material.
VANDERBILT ATHLETICS NASHVILLE, TN
Marketing Intern Jan 2019 – May 2019
Assist Director of Marketing with marketing and promotions of all spring sports.
Implements marketing strategies and game day promotional activities for various sports.
Assist with special events
Helps to develop and coordinate marketing and promotional efforts for Vanderbilt University.
TAILGATE, NASHVILLE, TN
Bartender, Aug 2018 – Nov 2018
Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems.
Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff.
Present menus to patrons and answer questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Assist host or hostess by answering phones to take reservations or to-go orders, and by greeting, seating, and thanking guests.
JEFFERSON'S RESTAURANT, LAWRENCE, KS
Trainer/Waitress, Sep 2014 – Jul 2018
Train instructors and supervisors in techniques and skills for training and dealing with employees.
Confer with management and conduct surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes, changes, and other factors.
Conduct orientation sessions and arrange on-the-job training for new hires.
Explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods.
Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server station, taking out trash, or checking and cleaning bathroom
Deja Suarez
104 Porter Terrace, Nashville, TN 37206, USA Nashville, TN, 37203 ------------ ------------
Career Objective
Recent college graduate from the University of Kansas, pursuing a Masters in Sports Administration; aiming to leverage academic experience and a proven knowledge of client relations, conflict resolution, and customer service to successfully fill the role on your team. Frequently praised as adaptable by my peers, I can be relied upon to help your company achieve its goals.
Education
BELMONT UNIVERSITY
NASHVILLE, TN
Masters Sports Administration Candidate (Expected graduation, May 2020)
Extracurricular Activity: Mt. Juliet Half Marathon Volunteer, Dairy Dash Volunteer
UNIVERSITY OF KANSAS
LAWRENCE, KS
B.A. Psychology/Sports Management (May 2018)
Work Experience
NASHVILLE PREDATORS, NASHVILLE, TN
Communications Intern, September 2019 – Currently
• Provide first-rate hospitality to all media members and visiting team staff throughout their stay, starting by issuing their credential to enter Bridgestone Arena.
• Take ownership of the condition of all press areas including the press box, media lounge and media dining room.
• Distribute in-game statistics and other materials to all broadcasters, media members and team officials.
• Ensure that all inquiries are resolved in a professional and timely manner.
• Gather and transcribe post-game quotes from players and coaches.
OHIO VALLEY CONFERENCE, NASHVILLE, TN
Championship Assistant, September 2019 – Currently
Coordinate with host institution regarding planning and event set up for championship banquets and other ancillary events;
Work with multimedia services assistant to create championship banquet slideshows and to ensure championship information is compiled and posted to the OVC website;
Inventory championship awards upon receipt;
Compile, update and distribute conference championship participant manuals.
NASHVILLE COACHING COALITION
Executive Assistant Intern May 2019 –August 2019
Work with Executive Director, assisting with fundraising, producing events, analyzing results
Promote and market The Coach Forum through calls, emails, school visits
Conduct research on funding possibilities for programs and initiatives
Own tasks related to event details and logistics for The Coach Forum and other events
Assist in preparation for board meetings
LOEWS HOTEL
Procurement Coordinator April 2019 – July 2019
Monitors purchase orders created daily to ensure purchase orders meet vendor requirements and product is delivered accurately and on time.
Responsible for follow-up on all purchase orders for their respective assigned hotels including Capital, Food and Beverage and Operating Supplies and Equipment
Team Members are responsible for logging information related to the PO including confirmations, tracking info, ETA, proof of delivery, and proof of approvals.
Responsible for purchase order discrepancy review and resolution including Returned Material.
VANDERBILT ATHLETICS NASHVILLE, TN
Marketing Intern Jan 2019 – May 2019
Assist Director of Marketing with marketing and promotions of all spring sports.
Implements marketing strategies and game day promotional activities for various sports.
Assist with special events
Helps to develop and coordinate marketing and promotional efforts for Vanderbilt University.
TAILGATE, NASHVILLE, TN
Bartender, Aug 2018 – Nov 2018
Check with customers to ensure that they are enjoying their meals and take action to correct any problems.
Write patrons' food orders on order slips, memorize orders, or enter orders into computers for transmittal to kitchen staff.
Present menus to patrons and answer questions about menu items, making recommendations upon request.
Assist host or hostess by answering phones to take reservations or to-go orders, and by greeting, seating, and thanking guests.
JEFFERSON'S RESTAURANT, LAWRENCE, KS
Trainer/Waitress, Sep 2014 – Jul 2018
Train instructors and supervisors in techniques and skills for training and dealing with employees.
Confer with management and conduct surveys to identify training needs based on projected production processes, changes, and other factors.
Conduct orientation sessions and arrange on-the-job training for new hires.
Explain how various menu items are prepared, describing ingredients and cooking methods.
Perform cleaning duties, such as sweeping and mopping floors, vacuuming carpet, tidying up server station, taking out trash, or checking and cleaning bathroom