Kari Isom

3612 Sable Ridge Drive • Dallas • TX • 75287

(972) 890-3919-c

e-mail: mkisom@verizon.net

 

             

 

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PROFILE

 

·         Capable of Performing Multiple CAD Functions with Various AutoCAD Software Products

·         Strong Work Ethic and Dedication to Accuracy, Efficiency and Quality

·         Detail-Oriented, Professional, Proactive, and Industrious

·         Excellent Organization and Communication Skills

·         Extremely Flexible and Adaptable

·         Creative, Resourceful, and Solution-Oriented

·         Ability to Multi-task and Prioritize

·         Strong Computer Skills / Internet Savvy

·         Experienced in Standard & Executive Office Procedures, Customer Relations, and Sales.

 

 

EDUCATION                                                        

Degrees/Certificates: Computer-Aided Design & Drafting Associate of Applied Science (AAS-CAD)-2013 • Computer-Aided Design Advanced Operator Certificate (CAD)-2012 • Computer-Aided Design & Drafting Certificate (CADD) -2010

 

Dallas Community College                             Dallas, TX               09/06 to Present

             

              Pursuing Dual BA Engineering/Mathematics Degree, 3.9 GPA             

 

Studies Include: Basic and Advanced (CAD) Computer-Aided Drafting, Commercial Architectural, and Mechanical Drafting, Topographical & Civil Drafting, Engineering Graphics, GIS, Calculus, Trigonometry, Algebra, Physics, Statics, Chemistry, Hydraulics & Pneumatics, Basic and Intermediate Machining, Blue-Print Reading, Circuitry.

 

 

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ENGINEERING RELATED EXPERIENCE

§          Able to create AutoCAD documents, update plans and make changes in drawings and designs.

§          Capable of advanced & basic AutoCAD operation, setup and techniques making 2D and 3D drawings.

§          Adept at customizing AutoCAD programs.

§          Acquired skills in 3-D solids modeling.

§          Proficient in calculating general and advanced math calculations.

§          Capable of reading basics of blueprints.

§          Knowledge of plotting elevations or plotting from surveyor’s field notes.

§          Studied contour drawings, plan and profiles, and laying out traverses.

§          Understanding of how to set up and operate machinery such as milling machines, lathes, power saws and drills.

§          Machined and built small air engine using precision measuring techniques. 

§          Fundamental knowledge of hydraulics & pneumatics; types of pumps, motors, valves, cylinders, operations & analysis.

§          Interpreted blue prints for booth configurations, electrical layouts, floor plans, and hanging signs for tradeshow set ups.

§          Assembled & dismantled booth displays and packed exhibits and equipment for tradeshows and events.

§          Set up installation and dismantling of booth; coordinating labor, freight delivery and shipping manifests.

§          Arranged freight & drayage (material handling) for safe delivery and return of exhibits.

§          Performed landscape projects such as preparing retaining wall for repair, leveling surface for concrete pad, rerouting sprinkler irrigation, laying weed barrier, and dispersing rock and mulch.

 

WORK HISTORY                                                       

Dallas Community College District                                                         Dallas, TX                                          08/12 to Present

Math Tutor / SLP Leader – Brookhaven Campus

·          Assist and educate students in developing mathematic and study skills.

·          Provide leadership for Supplemental Learning Program (SLP) with student interaction, lecture notes, and instruction.                         

·          Prepare SLP lesson plans and tools to help students with retention of math concepts and processes.

 

Ecolab Inc.                            St Paul, MN                                          2/03 to 6/05

 

Executive Assistant – Executive Office

·          Assistant to Executive VP of $4B Fortune 500 cleaning product & chemical company.  Given letter of recommendation.

·          Maintained and managed executive calendar arranging appointments, day-to-day meetings, and special functions.

·          Coordinated travel arrangements, booking flight reservations, transportation, hotel accommodations, & other services.

·          Set up extensive and complicated itineraries for multi-city trips and provided mapping and location assistance in route.

·          Arranged training, teleconferences, video conferences, meetings, appointments, and board meetings.

·          Organized details of off-site functions; involving participants’ availability, securing of location, menu choices, etc.

·          Created PowerPoint presentations for use in board meetings and top level presentations.

·          Assisted in all areas of personal matters to free Executive time for business.

·          Dealt with mergers, acquisitions, and sensitive HR issues, handling confidential data and proprietary information.

·          Oversaw personnel records and salary figures for employees and contractors.

·          Maintained record of executive budget (actual vs. projected) and processed expense reports and invoices reflecting proper adherence to center budget codes.

 

Ecolab Inc, (w/ Kelly Services)              St Paul, MN                                          3/00 to 2/03

 

Executive Assistant - Executive Office

 

·          Temporary executive assistant supporting new hire executive VP’s. 

·          Assisted in set up and planning of logistics and moves. 

·          Calendar management, arranged meetings, set up extensive and complicated travel arrangements.

 

Marketing Specialist - Pest Elimination Division

·          Supported Marketing Director, Marketing Manager and Communications Manager. 

·          Prepared PowerPoint presentations, newsletters, sales meeting materials and contest results.

·          Assisted with new product launches through extensive internet research, providing administrative support in the pursuits of patents and copyrights, assembling promotional product, constructing displays, and preparing mailings.

·          Collected and compiled reports on survey data and sales lead data to generate revenue opportunities.

·          Developed advertising ideas to promote products and services. 

·          Coordinated meetings, processed applications and literature requests, assembled literature and manuals.

·          Prepared for trade shows to promote product and services.

 

Corporate Account Assistant - Professional Products Division

 

·          Assistant for a team of five offsite Corporate Account Managers.

·          Compiled reports and special analyses to assist in expanding business to large corporate accounts.

·          Launched and set up newly created corporate account assistant position and trained new administrative staff.

·          Arranged teleconferences for new business opportunities.

·          Met tight deadlines while maintaining an emphasis on quality. 

 

Executive Assistant for Sales VP - Professional Products Division

 

·          Executive assistant for Sales VP. 

·          Arranged meetings, teleconferences, and travel.

·          Sorted and replied to electronic, internal, and direct mail for VP.

·          Handled sensitive HR issues and other material.

·          Prepared monthly progress reports submitted to top level management.

·          Transcribed correspondence from taped instructions for communications from VP.

 

Executive Assistant for President & CEO - Executive Office

 

·          Temporary executive assistant for President/CEO. 

·          Handled Board and special marketing mailings and helped prepare Board of Directors package for annual meetings.

·          Dealt with acquisitions, handled confidential data, proprietary, and other sensitive material.

·          Arranged board meetings, teleconferences, video conferences, and prepared correspondence.

·          Made travel and special function arrangements.

·          Maintained executive calendar.

·          Ordered product and awards through vendor negotiations.

·          Maintained professional image and integrity of office.

 

 

 

 

 

Software Skills: AutoCAD 2008-2012 (Civil 3D, Revit, Inventor), ArcGIS 10.1, Microsoft Office 2003-2007 (Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel), Windows (2000, NT, XP, 7), Internet Explorer, FireFox, Quicken, QuickBooks.

Office Experience: Calendar Management, Trade Show and Meeting Arrangements, Travel Planning, Material Preparation of Presentations, Agendas, Itineraries, Correspondence, & Newsletters, Internet Research, Marketing, Sales Promotion , Teleconferences & Video Conference Set-Up, Customer Relations, Filing, Reception, Basic Accounting, Typing, Faxing, Copying, Data Entry, Mail Sorting, Mass Mailings, Shipping, Postage Machines.

 

 

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