Megan Drye
Asheville,NC
Summary
Earnest individual with experience in human services field providing support and guidance to individuals in need. Strong understanding of effectively working with people from diverse backgrounds. Passionate about helping others access needed services.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Youth Mentor Team Leader
Eliada Homes
02.2023 - Current
- Collaborated with fellow team leaders to develop best practices for effective mentoring strategies that fostered successful outcomes for all participants involved.
- Improved team communication by addressing concerns efficiently.
- Maintained detailed records tracking participant progress over time, allowing us to adapt mentoring strategies as needed based on individual growth patterns observed.
- Developed mentorship plans tailored to individual needs of each mentee, ensuring optimal results in personal growth and development.
- Mentored at-risk youth, providing guidance and support to promote personal growth and academic success.
- Evaluated mentor performance through regular check-ins providing constructive feedback aimed at improving their effectiveness working with youth participants one-on-one group settings alike.
- Enhanced youth development by implementing engaging and relevant mentoring programs.
- Provided guidance and recommended coping mechanisms for youth dealing with difficult issues.
Public Relations/Executive Marketing Assistant
LAW Publications
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Collaborated with law enforcement and emergency responders during interviews to produce engaging content for the highly-regarded blog Blue Threads at www.lawpublications.net/blog.
- Increased reach to over 30,000 people through the publication of one blog post.
- Conducted interviews nationwide to capture the personal narratives of police officers and first responders 'Behind the Badge'
- Built quality relationships through the blog, facilitating the nationwide distribution of LAW material and promotions.
- Received recognition and support for blog content and positive messaging
- Collaboratively developed unique methods for marketing, promoting, and securing new clientele within the company.
- Helped develop case studies to demonstrate how Law Enforcement was prevalent to the community, and structured plans that highlighted statistics for crime resistance.
- Developed brand media relations strategies that bolstered community awareness and knowledge.
Senior PR/Marketing Sales Coordinator
LAW Publications
01.2020 - 05.2022
- Created marketing materials for distribution, including tools utilized by Sales Reps
- Organized and arranged logistics for conferences across the country, including travel and other event accommodations
- Contacted police and sheriff departments across the United States to discuss plans and education opportunities for their communities to receive drug and safety education.
- Propelled market share to surge ahead of competitors and earn #1 ranking.
- Worked closely with the sales team to prioritize tasks, set goals, and allocate resources efficiently; resulting in increased productivity and revenue.
Financial Accounting Assistant
LAW Publications
02.2019 - 01.2020
- Assisted in various bookkeeping responsibilities such as managing the general ledger, reconciling payroll and commission figures, handling accounts receivable and payable transactions, and monitoring company expenses
- Provided assistance to 50 Public Relations reps, sales teams, and customers as required.
- Maintained organized filing systems for easy retrieval of key financial documents during audits or reviews.
Executive Assistant to the Chairman and CEO
LAW Publications
10.2018 - 02.2019
- Managed confidential information with utmost discretion, safeguarding sensitive company data from access.
- Facilitated smooth transitions during changes by providing guidance on new policies and supporting affected team members.
- Served as the primary point of contact for both internal and external stakeholders, maintaining professionalism in all interactions.
- Maximized time management for the Chairman and CEO with effective prioritization of tasks based on urgency level or importance.
- Assisted in talent acquisition process through candidate sourcing, interview coordination, reference checks to ensure top-tier hires.
- Expedited decision making for the Chairman and CEO by researching relevant information, preparing reports, and presenting findings concisely.
Senior Production Coordinator
Woodbridge Home Exteriors
07.2017 - 10.2018
- Coordinated and managed home improvement projects in North and Central Texas
- Took charge of disordered territory, swiftly implementing strategic restructuring plans which resulted in notable improvements.
- Updated all necessary paperwork for state and federal authorities, ensuring readiness of backlogged orders for installation.
- Finalized all home improvement sales contracts with completed projects
- Ordered materials and supplies, verified labor billing and documentation, completed documentation and permitting, and managed project budget.
Executive Admin to the President
Woodbridge Home Exteriors
11.2016 - 07.2017
- Recognized and promoted from Inside Sales Rep to Executive Admin by demonstrating ability to find common ground with people, excellent performance, and strong work ethic
- Maintained President's appointment schedule
- Planned and scheduled meetings, including travel arrangements
- Researched, designed and retrieved reports from proprietary CRM using Office suite software
- Composed and sent emails on behalf of the President.
- Enhanced company performance by implementing strategic plans and overseeing daily operations.
- Managed crisis situations effectively while minimizing disruption to daily operations.
Inside Sales Rep
Woodbridge Home Exteriors
02.2016 - 11.2016
- Pursued lead creation in CRM for in-home demonstration appointments of Woodbridge's window and siding products for outside sales force
- Made a minimum of 200 outbound attempts per day
- Built rapport with prospects
- Built need and desire through questioning and discovery
- Overcame objections and built value in considering Woodbridge
- Handled and directed inbound calls and inquiries.
Education
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
South College - Asheville
Asheville, NC06.2025
Culinary degree and Associates of Applied Science -
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
Asheville, NC06.2015
Skills
- Proficient to advanced with Microsoft Office Suite software, including Outlook, Word, Power Point, Salesforce, and Asana
- Team Collaboration
- Crisis Intervention
- Behavior Modeling
- Behavioral Disorders
- Abuse Identification
- Discipline strategies
Certification
- BLS Certified
- TCI Certified
Timeline
Youth Mentor Team Leader
Eliada Homes
02.2023 - Current
Public Relations/Executive Marketing Assistant
LAW Publications
01.2020 - 05.2022
Senior PR/Marketing Sales Coordinator
LAW Publications
01.2020 - 05.2022
Financial Accounting Assistant
LAW Publications
02.2019 - 01.2020
Executive Assistant to the Chairman and CEO
LAW Publications
10.2018 - 02.2019
Senior Production Coordinator
Woodbridge Home Exteriors
07.2017 - 10.2018
Executive Admin to the President
Woodbridge Home Exteriors
11.2016 - 07.2017
Inside Sales Rep
Woodbridge Home Exteriors
02.2016 - 11.2016
Practical Nursing - Practical Nursing
South College - Asheville
Culinary degree and Associates of Applied Science -
Asheville-Buncombe Technical Community College
- BLS Certified
- TCI Certified
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