Taryn Shekitka, IOM, CAE

Experience

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  South Carolina House of Representatives

  Jan 1997 - Jun 2000

  Legislative Aide
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  Columbia College

  Jan 1997 - Jan 1998

  Resident Advisor
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  South Carolina Petroleum Marketers Association

  May 1997 - Nov 1997

  Intern
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  South Carolina Trucking Association

  Jan 1998 - Jun 2000

  Intern
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  Spence for Congress

  Jun 2000 - Dec 2000

  Office Manager
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  American Trucking Association

  Apr 2001 - Apr 2004

  State, Federation and Intergovernmental Affairs Assistant

  Began as the Administrative Assistant for the Office of State, Federation and Intergovernmental Affairs, a small team dedicated to serving the needs of the fifty state associations and multitude of related councils and conferences. Managed regular communications, dissemination of information, and collection of data with the state executive directors. Worked with affiliated groups and internal ATA departments to facilitate knowledge sharing and garner solutions for states’ specific needs. Assisted in the organization of conferences dedicated to the peer group we served. I also managed four databases, was responsible for the tracking of the departmental budget and outlining our strategic plan objectives and measurements, and was responsible for producing our association Leadership Directory amongst many other special projects. When my Senior Vice President was moved into the interim President and CEO position, I was moved to serve as the Executive Assistant in the President’s office. There I served as the first point of contact for the Executive Office and the state associations, serving all members and facilitating the coordination of their needs. I was also placed in charge of the Chairman’s Program where I served as the liaison and assistant to the Chairman of the Board, scheduling their travel and attendance to meetings with state associations and other groups. I also served onsite as their personal assistant during the ATA Management Conference & Exhibition. Show less

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  National Federation of Republican Women

  Apr 2004 - Sept 2004

  Political Director

  Served as the principal contact for policy, continuously keeping an eye on the pulse of Washington and staying abreast on issues of the time that related to or impacted our members. Assisted state chapters in gaining a better understanding of the policies and politics at the national level through direct communication, conducting issue and candidate research, and disseminating newsletters, briefings and guides for education and action. Facilitated coordination between members and the Bush/Cheney Campaign, W Stands for Women, Republican National Committee, and others. Worked with organizations to support the Republican Party and its candidates. Attended weekly Theme Team meetings with House Republicans, created minority outreach material with a joint task force, developed a Get Out The Vote program, and participated in hosting International Visitor Groups from Asia, the Middle East, and Eastern Europe through the Department of State.Worked on selecting speakers and program content for the March 2005 Legislative Day and the 33rd NFRW Biennial Convention which took place alongside the Republican National Convention in New York City where I assisted in the design and implementation of our fundraising luncheon recognizing then First Lady Laura Bush. Show less

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  South Carolina Trucking Association

  Mar 2005 - now

  Director of Operations

  In my role as the Director of Operations, I not only manage the day-to-day activities, operations and systems of the office - including our dynamic financials, database, and vendors - but I also serve in a flexible and dynamic position where I am able to attack the needs of our members and partners. I do this through: - the management of an adaptive calendar of informational, educational, training and recognition opportunities- facilitating solutions for members that aid in business operations, technological competence, risk management, and safety compliance- development of strong peer networks for our Safety Management & Human Resources Council and Technology & Maintenance Council- creating opportunities for recognition, competition and educational opportunities for commercial motor vehicle drivers and diesel technicians and conducting safety outreach events for the general motoring public with Council members- trouble-shooting and generating solutions with government administrative, regulatory and communications issues- leading stakeholder group communications on a variety of issues including CDL schools, testing and licensure, IFTA/IRP, and more- serving as a primary liaison to the SC State Transport Police, Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration, the SC Department of Motor Vehicles, and other governmental organizations- developing CTE programs covering diesel technology and CDL through service on their advisory committees and facilitating support through our affiliated Foundation for multiple school districts throughout the stateWe are member-led and supported; my role is an extension of their operations, and I serve to make their jobs easier! Show less

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  Associated Industries of South Carolina Foundation

  Apr 2024 - now

  Chief Operating Officer