Gricel Chavez

Experience

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  Central Alarm, Inc.

  Sept 2005 - Jun 2006

  Builder Sales Representative

  Acquisition and management of sales accounts.Generated system sales and provided customer training of audio, communication, fire and life safety devices to a variety of clients. Performed system design for audio, security and communication products. Timely scheduling of product installations. Preparation of work orders. Professional on and off-site design assistance to technical team. Offered periodic assistance to other departments.

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  Building Industry Association of Southern NM

  Jun 2006 - Jan 2011

  Special Events Director

  Performed a wide variety of leadership functions as the staff liaison for over 15 committees and councils. Prepared meeting agendas and carefully monitored all action items. Established and implemented plans to meet fundraising objectives and address needs of annual operating budget. Provided monthly status reports to Board of Directors. Created invitations, promotional and marketing materials, booked venues, and directed all advertising and marketing efforts. Event management included, but was not limited to two annual Home & Garden Shows, Showcase & Fall Parade of Homes, two annual golf tournaments, monthly luncheons, kickoff parties, tailgate events, banquets, and educational courses. Show less

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  Cupcakes After Dark

  Sept 2010 - Sept 2011

  Owner

  Gourmet cupcakesCustom designed cakesSpecialty products

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  Builders Source, Inc.

  Feb 2011 - Aug 2011

  Operations Supervisor

  Provide supervision and direction to staff regarding operational procedures, including distributing work, disseminating information, providing technical assistance, answering questions, and resolving problems within the sales, service, office, warehouse, and delivery departments. Liaison between corporate office and local store for distribution of information and to resolve operational issues. Develop and implement new procedures in response to changes in company policy. Perform administrative work for upper management, as directed. Show less

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  Hispano Chamber of Commerce de Las Cruces

  Aug 2011 - Sept 2011

  Interim Business Manager

  - Day-to-day operations- Fundraising development- Membership recruitment- Event management

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  Southwestern Abstract & Title Company

  Oct 2011 - now

  Issue title insurance and facilitate real estate settlements for buyers, sellers, real estate agents, and financial institutions.

  • President

    Mar 2017 - now

  • Escrow Officer

    Oct 2011 - now
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  Citizens Bank of Las Cruces

  Sept 2021 - now

  Board Member

  Member of the Board for Citizens Bank of Las CrucesCommunity Banks are vital to the success and growth of the communities that they serve. Using local deposits to fund loans to local businesses and individuals, they foster healthy local economies and job markets. This commitment to their communities extends to supporting local non-profits, community organizations, and other charitable organizations. Staff of community banks often donate their time serving on the boards of these organizations, bringing their experience and knowledge to the table or simply lending a helping hand at volunteer events. This dedication to and involvement in building their communities, results in a high relationship-banking standard that allows customers to benefit from excellent customer service, create mutually beneficial relationships and create individualized solutions to their needs. Community Banks with their local leadership also provide the benefit of adaptability. Challenges affecting their communities such as those seen with COVID-19, can be addressed rapidly and customized to fit the communities' exact needs instead of a "one-size-fits-all" large-scale approach. This smaller scale attentiveness does not result in smaller scale products though. Community banks offer the same variety of loans and services as larger institutions, often at a lower price, with more responsiveness since decisions are made locally. Citizens Bank is proud to be a Community Bank! Citizens Bank has been locally owned and operated since 1970. With over 50 years of service, the bank has never sold. Its rich history is found in local leaders, local businesses, and local individuals. Education about Community Banking and its impact to consumers and local businesses is critically important to Citizens Bank. We encourage everyone in our communities to #BankLocal! Show less