Amanda Berry

Experienced professional dedicated to creating a safe and nurturing environment for children's growth and development. Committed to furthering skills in order to provide the highest level of care.

Customer service-oriented professional with a track record of problem-solving and quick thinking. Experienced in direct client contact, message relay to management, and executive-level responsibilities. Proficient in various electronic platforms, including Photoshop and graphic editing. Adaptable and open-minded with strong teamwork and time management skills.

Human Resource Analyst experienced in American labor laws and cross-border volunteer management. Demonstrated leadership overseeing thirty employees globally.

• 04/2001-03/2010, Sakura Convention, Seattle, Washington, Assistant Manager Exhibition Hall – Volunteer, From 2001 as a simple volunteer, to Press liaison in 2002, and to Exhibitor's Hall Staff in 2003; promoted to Head Coordinator in 2007-2008, and to Assistant Hall Manager in 2009-2011 Controlled management of the vendor's staffing including staff scheduling, Emergency traffic flow, and booking of spaces, map organization and time management of 30+ staff.
• 08/2003-2011, Anime Evolution, Vancouver, B.C., Executive Vice Chair External– Volunteer, Elected to Vice Chair in September 2010, in charge of public relations, sponsorships, Dealer’s room, Merchandise. Security Manager in 2005 and Dealer's Hall staff in 2006-2009. For 2010, Executive Manager and all lines of business selling, promoting and organizing the vendor's area for AE 2010 in August of this year. Organizing and Building security plans, maps, and patrols for others gained extensive knowledge of business tax requirements and fire code requirements for handling flee market conditions. Maintaining order of staff and delegating security protocols, contract forming, website updates, and continuing to amend agreements in BC.
• 04/2005-08/2011, Creation Entertainment, Los Angeles, CA, Volunteer for Merchandising, Security, and Access Control, VIP escort for guests Merchandise handler and general set up of conventions. Worked for Stargate, Star Trek, Twilight and Supernatural Conventions.

• Homesteading on a long standing Family Farm
• Forestry for both hardwood and fruit for sustainability in southern Ontario
• Chicken ethical raising with preserving goods for winter to raise a growing family