Tara Elise Richard

Experience

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  Lewis Energy Group

  May 2015 - Aug 2015

  Public Relations Intern

  - Worked in the Public Relations department for Lewis Energy Group, an oil and gas exploration and production company - Contributed to event coordination and hospitality for executive events - Organized and inventoried branded merchandise for Lewis Energy Group and affiliated companies - Organized and archived asset plans, as well as conducted artwork and artifact inventory - Planned and ran the annual company picnic - Provided media department information and photos for coverage and exposure - Assisted media department conducting inventory of technology Show less

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  Lewis Energy Group

  Dec 2015 - Dec 2016

  Personal Assistant

  - Worked directly for CEO of Lewis Energy Group as a personal assistant within internal company - Prepared, inputted, scanned, and emailed charge receipts, petty cash receipts, and invoices - Inputted work orders and oversaw them until completion - Inventoried all ranch assets and created a final binder of all assets based on asset type and location - Organized ranch events for upper level management - Performed personal shopping for CEO and his private properties

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  Southern Methodist University

  Mar 2016 - Dec 2018

  SMU Football Recruiting Intern

  - Worked within group of individuals that assist in recruiting prospective football student athletes - Planed recruitment activities at football game days, camps over the summer, junior days, and the Spring Game - Managed a budget when planning for 250+ football recruits and their guests that attend every home game day - Created detailed, eight hour schedules for all members of “Stampede” - Attended weekly practices and meetings, and works closely with coaches in the recruitment office - Coordinated with coaches, perspective families, caterers, decorators, and the university on a weekly basis Show less

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  Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women

  Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

  Vice President of Fraternity Development

  - Served 200 women, works with 11 executive council members, and leads 3 committee chairs- Provided thorough ongoing education and programing for all members - Instilled a perspective and appreciation for the history and core values of the organization - Implemented and ensures accuracy of all tradition, ceremonies, and rituals - Maintained chapter archives and oversees development of annual chapter history book

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  National Panhellenic Conference Inc.

  Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

  President of Panhellenic Council at SMU

  - Oversaw the operation of the Panhellenic Council, its programs, over 1,500 members, seven officers, and eight chapters - Acted as liaison of Panhellenic to SMU, and the Executive Panhellenic Board to the entire Panhellenic community- Organized weekly agendas and manages all meetings of the Panhellenic Executive Board and Panhellenic Council

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  Dallas Cowboys

  Jul 2018 - Aug 2018

  Marketing Intern, Training Camp

  - Assisted in completing initial Training Camp set-up and break down- Aided Public Relations department in player and fan engagement- Served in special events which includes Military and First Responder Appreciation Days- Assisted with brand and logo placement as well as preparing the grounds for training camp- Engaged in pre/during/post practice activities for the players and spectators- Completed daily Marketing office duties

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  Aging Mind Foundation

  Jan 2019 - now

  Director of Operations

  • Liaises with superior to make decisions for operational activities, event coordinating, and setting strategic non-profit goals• Plans and monitors the day-to-day running of non-profit to ensure smooth and constant progress• Reviews financial information and adjusts operational budgets to promote optimal fundraising• Organizes and oversees event planning for all nonprofit events and the annual Gala• Grows and maintains tight knit relationships with overseeing non-profit board members Show less

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  The PilatesBarre

  Feb 2020 - now

  Instructor

  • Leads outstanding group exercises classes that engage and motivate clients to reach their fitness goals• Exhibits above-average customer service abilities• Self-promotes and grows class attendance • Represents PilatesBarre and TreadBarre as an ambassador inside and outside of the studio