Sharon Balark-Bell

Experience

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  American National Bank

  Jan 1996 - Jan 1998

  Trust Operations
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  Illinois Nurses Association

  Dec 2000 - Feb 2004

  Associate Director of Marketing/Membership Event Planning

  Primary responsibilities to develop and execute successful membership growth through marketing strategies resulting in increased corporate revenue.• Conducted research for marketing campaigns for state districts, reviewing materials for brand and other purposes Created all media and print advertising for membership packetsResponsible for the maintenance and redesign of the website Prepared innovative strategies and plans to achieve the target as well as the goals of the organization Prepared and facilitated professional client proposals and presentations for potential hospital facilitiesServed as a liaison in operational issues and resolution of day-to-day administrative taskHandled the task of managing calendars, scheduling meetings, travel arrangements and maintain a good rapport with Board of Directors Assisted in the coordination of press releases for special eventsResponsible for the coordination of all special events, retreats and convention Show less

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  American Hospital Association

  Feb 2005 - Oct 2006

  Advocacy Specialist

  Primary responsibilities were to track the business plans, project timelines, and communication vehicle for all ASHE Advocacy initiatives. Provide assistance to the advocacy committee and staff in preparation and delivery of executive briefs, reports, and ROI reporting to the Board, AHA Leadership and other appropriate collaborative partners

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  Advocate Health Care

  Oct 2006 - Feb 2010

  EVS Operations Manager

  Managed the 24 hour environmental services operations of a 250+ beds hospital and detached Professional Office Building. Developed and implemented efficient/productive cleaning methods, managed environmental services staff 43.5 FTE’s, 2 supervisors and 3 Lead Associates. Manage administration of training programs, customer relations, and budget administration. Ensure compliance with standards and regulations. Prepared and managed the capital budget of 1.0 mil. Identified opportunities to decrease costs and increase service levels. Identified and implemented best practices to generate new and innovative ideas to improve service and reduce costs Show less

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  Everest College

  Mar 2011 - Aug 2012

  Career Services

  Develop and facilitate campus workshops, orientations, and other activities to support the student’s development. Partner with other departments and faculty on campus to identify gaps in training, ensure the development of specific skill sets, and assist the students in all phases of job development.

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  ARAMARK

  Aug 2012 - Jan 2018

  Training Manager

  Develop and execute training for hourly associates and managers at McCormick Place and Navy Pier. Specific programs to include, but not limited to; Safety, Guest Service, New Hire Orientation, On Boarding, CIMS Procedures, On-The-Job Operational Training and LOB specific training.

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  Aramark Healthcare

  Feb 2013 - Mar 2023

  Operations Manager/Safety and Sustainability

  See resume

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  Aramark Facility Services

  Nov 2015 - Mar 2023

  General Manager with Chicago Public Schools. Managing and over seeing the Integrated Facilities Maintenance Program. In addition to over seeing the custodial cleaning Program.

  • General Manager/ South District Chicago Public Schools

    Nov 2015 - Mar 2023

  • General Manager

    Nov 2015 - Mar 2023
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  My Vision My Journey Radio Show

  Jan 2023 - now

  Radio Host