Karen Strawman

Experience

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  MOD Pizza

  Apr 2016 - May 2018

  Crew Member

  Excelled in customer service and team building efforts. Received the very first employee of the month award for the St. Peter’s location in October of 2017. Promoted to All-Star captain in early 2018.

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  DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse

  Sept 2017 - Dec 2017

  Sales Associate

  Eagerly assisted customers on the sales floor and at the registers. With great attention to detail, I routinely packaged online orders and prepared them for transit. Exceptional written and verbal communication skills were demonstrated as a sales floor associate.

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  YMCA

  Sept 2018 - May 2019

  Group Leader

  The group leader position in the Fort Zumwalt school district significantly contributed to my leadership and problem-solving skills. Every morning and afternoon, diverse activities were planned for the kids to engage in learning and play through the implementation of the STEAM model. Safety precautions were cautiously carried out in regards to children's allergies and/or medications, playground safety, YMCA rules and regulations, and school guidelines.

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  Lindenwood University

  Sept 2019 - Dec 2021

  Equipment Specialist - Fabrication/Studio/Proctor

  The Equipment Specialist's role entails maintaining the safety of the building and the students within. Understanding the safety measures of all art and design machinery is key to a safe and operable workspace. Using effective verbal communication skills, cleaning/miscellaneous tasks were divided and completed by all team members.In the fall of 2019, I was solely in charge of the VR Oculus check-in/out process to Lindenwood University Staff.

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  STL Sitter

  Aug 2020 - Mar 2022

  I diligently educated myself on the child's needs about allergies, routines, and extracurricular activities. Some of the obligations are but are not limited to upholding the schedule listed by each household, administering medication, picking up/dropping off at school, maintaining a clean and safe environment, and updating parents throughout the sit. The marketing internship for STL Sitter entailed gathering critical marketing research for the company as they expanded into new neighborhoods and cities. In addition, I spearheaded a marketing campaign that entailed designing a template and writing copy via MailChimp. As a remote intern, I routinely kept track of tasks and hours in an Excel spreadsheet and maintained contact with my supervisors weekly.

  • Babysitter

    Apr 2019 - Mar 2022

  • Marketing Intern

    Aug 2020 - Dec 2020
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  Manheim St Louis

  Mar 2022 - Sept 2023

  Marketing Support Specialist

  Successfully coordinated and implemented innovative marketing plans for Manheim St. Louis and Manheim Little Rock. Strategically targeted clients through Salesforce campaigns and deployed emails via Marketing Cloud. Routinely scheduled social posts and actively engaged with local partners and clients. Collaborated with multiple departments including the sales team, dealer services, commercial accounts, and outside vendors to enhance the customer experience. Planned and executed fundraising events for local charities and organizations. Designed posters and banners utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud applications. Created organized schedules to successfully execute monthly event sales in alignment with our quarterly goals.Joined the Green Team in 2022. Elected a member of the Green Council in 2023. Show less

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  Lullaby Inn Learning Center

  Nov 2024 - now

  Daycare Teacher