Brenda Fowler-Becker

Experience

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  Son's of The American Legion Detachment of Michigan

  Dec 1969 - now

  Volunteer/Member of Ladies Auxiliary Post 258
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  City of Grand Rapids

  Jun 1982 - Aug 1984

  Recreation Coordinator

  Coordinated crafts, playtime events and games for children of all ages. Supervised and set up swimming pool and swim time for children to ensure safety.

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  Amoco

  Jan 1985 - Aug 1999

  Manager

  Management duties for the operations of a 24-hour full service garage, AAA wrecker Service, convenience store and fuel station with 10 employees.

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  The University Club of Grand Rapids

  Sept 1993 - Jun 1996

  Member Services Specialist

  Private Dining Banquet Server provides upscale food and beverage service in the Club’s private dining rooms as well as service in upscale banquet events. Maintain working knowledge of Club’s a la carte food and beverage program, Wine Lists and Beverage offerings as well as the ability to follow banquet event orders on upscale private events. I was assigned to service fifth third Banks board member meetings. I needed to be professional and courteous as well as deal with emergencies when they occurred. Show less

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  MADISON SQUARE CHRISTIAN REFORMED CHURCH

  Feb 1994 - now

  Volunteer

  I've been volunteering at Madison square Church since I started attending in 1994. I started out as a Sunday school teacher assistant and went on to perform announcements during church services. I co-led the singles group and over the past 7 years I have been leading the Multicultural celebration meals. I'm also currently co-leading a women's Bible study. Throughout my years attending Madison square Church, I've also been part of several performing arts programs.

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  Fifth Third Bank

  Jun 1996 - Sept 1996

  Bank Teller

  Provided financial account services to customers by receiving deposits and loan payments; cashing checks; issuing savings withdrawals; recording night and mail deposits; filing paperwork, managing ATM deposits, and balancing numbers at the end of the day; selling cashier's checks, traveler's checks, and series e bonds; encouraging customers to open savings accounts; answering questions in person or on telephone; referring to other bank services.

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  DTE Energy

  Aug 1999 - Oct 2018

  Damage Prevention and Public Awareness Liaison, Gas Operations

  Customer service and Company image are always my main focuses.Visit and inspect construction sites where DTE Energy natural gas facilities are present, and perform on-site safety training, to create a report of digging practices for company records and the Michigan Public Service Commission.Perform safety presentations for construction companies, such as, Anlaan, Kent County Road Commission and City of Grand Rapids, elementary schools, home shows and events to raise awareness of the dangers when digging around utility lines.Build and maintain relationships with contracting companies and their field personnel to create a caring rapport for the focus on safety. Have resources to connect contractors with other local utility companies when questions arise.Meet with team members to create procedures and functions for continuous improvement.Maintain safe driving practices, wear required personal protective equipment and represent DTE Energy in a professional manner at all times. Because, as a representative of the company, I believe I should be a positive and professional image. Show less