Cathy Eyolfson
Sandy Hook,Canada
Summary
Dynamic administrative professional with a proven track record at Sveinson Construction, excelling in project management and contract negotiation. Adept at balancing accounts and fostering team collaboration, I thrive in fast-paced environments, ensuring client satisfaction and timely project delivery. My enthusiasm for problem-solving drives successful outcomes in every endeavor.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
Work History
SUBSTITUTE EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT/SECRETARY/LIBRARY CLERK
EVERGREEN SCHOOL DIVISION
01.2017 - Current
- Assist all children from Junior Kindergarten – Grade 12 at various schools throughout the Evergreen School Division
- Create a safe environment for children of all spectrum levels and adapt myself to their learning needs
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/BOOKKEEPER
LAKEVIEW ELECTRIC
01.1995 - Current
- Perform all administrative and financial functions for a local electrical contracting company
- Manage accounts receivable/payable, payroll, bank reconciliations, remit PST, GST, and Source Deductions to the government
EVENT AND WEDDING PLANNER
STARLIGHT EVENTS
01.2014 - 01.2020
- Manage an event and wedding planning business focusing on project management
- Promote services and close sales. Meet with clients to identify preferences. Create budgets with clients.
- Purchase decorations, catering, furnishings, flowers, and other resources. Negotiate vendor agreements. Recommend and book venues. Liaise with vendors in coordinating events and problem-solving issues.
- Execute events. Train and supervise staff performing serving, bartending, event set-up and tear-down.
- Act as a consultant to clients on event strategies and themes.
- Create schedules and coordinate suppliers to achieve timelines.
Sales Manager – The Home Store
SVEINSON CONSTRUCTION and THE HOME STORE
01.1995 - 01.2010
- Assisted customers with product selection in a showroom; advising on all aspects of the renovation process.
- Followed-up on customer inquiries and referrals.
- Conducted visits at clients’ homes and businesses to take measurements, advise on product selection, develop interior plans, and provide estimates.
- Researched products in collaboration with suppliers to source materials to fit design concepts and budgets.
- Hired, scheduled, and managed subcontractors. Oversaw projects to meet client requirements, timelines and budgets. Conducted site visits for quality assurance inspections.
- Promptly and diplomatically help problem solve with my clients if they had concerns about their project.
- Created marketing materials and advertisements.
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/BOOKKEEPER
SVEINSON CONSTRUCTION and THE HOME STORE
01.1993 - 01.2010
- Managed administration and accounting for two businesses specializing in renovations, new construction, and showroom sales.
- Provided professional telephone and in-person reception, greeted customers, and directed calls to staff.
- Performed full cycle accounting, including accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, bank reconciliations, government remittances, and job costing. Processed payments and operated point of sale system.
Education
Diploma - Event & Wedding Planning
QC College
Online08-2015
ADMINISTRATION DIPLOMA - 10-month full-time secretarial program
Success Business College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Gimli Composite High School
Skills
- Reliability
- Timeline planning and management
- Account balancing reconciliation
- Personable and friendly
- Communication skills
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Contract negotiation expertise
- Team player with positive attitude
References
- Don Bjornson, General Counsel & Secretary - Manitoba Hydro dbjornson@hydro.mb.ca
- Krystal, Isfeld, Vice Principal, (204) 642-1500, Sigurbjorg Stefansson Early School
- Doris, Bristow, Project Manager, (204) 232-7751, Department of Fisheries & Oceans, Winnipeg
Accomplishments
- Successful as a project manager, orchestrating all event logistics for individuals and non-profit organizations.
- Established accounting and office administration systems for Lakeview Electric.
- Streamlined sales and office operations for Sveinson Construction and The Home Store. Generated a high level of repeat customers and referrals.
- Developed policies and procedures, pricing, business services and all aspects of operations for Starlight Events.
Volunteer Experience
Committee Member & Chair (2005) Interlake Special Olympics Golf Tournaments, TSN Skins, MTS Seniors Games, Fund Raising Social for a friend with an Auto-Immune Disease, Fund Raising Committee for sons Graduation 2023, Golf Tournament for terminally ill friend with the money being donated to Cancer Care of Manitoba
Affiliations
- Camping
- Spending time with Family
- Travelling
Timeline
SUBSTITUTE EDUCATIONAL ASSISTANT/SECRETARY/LIBRARY CLERK
EVERGREEN SCHOOL DIVISION
01.2017 - Current
EVENT AND WEDDING PLANNER
STARLIGHT EVENTS
01.2014 - 01.2020
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/BOOKKEEPER
LAKEVIEW ELECTRIC
01.1995 - Current
Sales Manager – The Home Store
SVEINSON CONSTRUCTION and THE HOME STORE
01.1995 - 01.2010
ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT/BOOKKEEPER
SVEINSON CONSTRUCTION and THE HOME STORE
01.1993 - 01.2010
Diploma - Event & Wedding Planning
QC College
ADMINISTRATION DIPLOMA - 10-month full-time secretarial program
Success Business College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Gimli Composite High School
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