Jenna BrownLake Charles, LA • 70605

(225) 335-9722 • jenna.l.brown@outlook.com

Professional Summary:

Dynamic, creative, and detail oriented professional able to manage numerous projects simultaneously, organize material, and meet specific deadlines while also developing well-written and interesting products for the public. Thrives in challenging environments with excellent communication, presentation, problem solving, organizational, and leadership skills.

Summary of Qualifications:

3 years as a social media administrator Over 8 years of management experience Certified instructor of 5 courses Successfully planned and executed multiple special events with over 300

attendees with a cost above $15,000. Over 7 years of experience as executive assistant Over 9 years of experience in information technology and information

security Goal oriented professional with outstanding interpersonal skills; written and

oral communication Proactive self-starter with the ability to work independently. Resourceful

problem solver. Outgoing personality while offering exceptional customer service to a variety

of customers. Able to perform a broad spectrum of administrative skills with expertise,

adaptive to multiple environments and surroundings Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite; Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and

SharePoint

Professional Experience:

Public Relations ManagerTeam Red, White, and Blue, Baton Rouge Chapter (Volunteer) February 2017 - Present316th Cavalry Brigade, United States Army, Fort Benning, Georgia July 2015 – January 2017

Served as an advisor to the Commander on all matters concerning public affairs, specifically, social media engagement, command information, media relations, community relations, and visual information products. Was responsible for the public reputation for over 25 U.S. Army functional courses.

Social Media Administrator

316th Cavalry Brigade, United States Army, Fort Benning, Georgia July 2015 – January 2017519th Military Police Battalion, United States Army, Fort Polk, Louisiana July 2013 – September 2014

Developed and maintained the image of the organization through the use of social media; Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram. Utilized technology and free or low cost option to maximize information flow to the targeted market. Developed graphics and publicity for targeted distribution to over 5,000 people.

Information Technology Operations Manager 316th Cavalry Brigade, United States Army, Fort Benning, Georgia July 2015 – January 2017519th Military Police Battalion, United States Army, Fort Polk, Louisiana May 2014 – September 2014

Managed the information security and maintenance of information technology equipment for over 1,000 customers. Developed and communicated reports to senior executives on the status of personnel and equipment. Provided detailed analysis and safeguarded sensitive information. Skillfully managed multiple tasks and deadlines. Excellent time management skills and multi-tasker.

Event Coordinator316th Cavalry Brigade, United States Army, Fort Benning, Georgia July 2015 – January 2017519th Military Police Battalion, United States Army, Fort Polk, Louisiana May 2013 – September 2014Signal Troop, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, US Army, Vilseck Germany June 2010 - July 2012

Coordinated and assisted leadership with planning event activities including event setup, visual merchandising, individual performance, and guest speakers while ensuring a formal atmosphere was maintained. Processed and tracked event sales while coordinating event logistics, timelines, and schedules with over 300 attendees estimating over $15,000.

Certified Instructor316th Cavalry Brigade, United States Army, Fort Benning, Georgia September 2014 – January 2017519th Military Police Battalion, United States Army, Fort Polk, Louisiana May 2014 – September 2014

Certified Instructor responsible for teaching multiple courses including, Health and Fitness, Resiliency Skills, Sexual Assault and Sexual Harassment Prevention, Adult Learning Model, and Basic Communication. Successfully taught small groups of 5-10 students and large groups of over 200 students. Adaptable, dependable, and knowledgeable in many areas.

Operations and Human Resources Executive Assistant

A Troop, 3rd Squadron 16th Cavalry Brigade, US Army, Fort Benning, GA September 2014 – July 2015204th Military Police Company, United States Army, Fort Polk, Louisiana July 2012 – May 2013Signal Troop, 2nd Cavalry Regiment, US Army, Vilseck Germany June 2010 - July 2012

Managed organization training calendar. Worked in the orderly room coordinating training meetings calling Soldiers to remind them of appointments. Processing personnel actions; evaluations and awards, pay problems, fixing problems with orders. I was the personal assistant to 1SG and the commander.

Property Manager2nd Cavalry Regiment, US Army Forward Operating Base Lagman, Afghanistan May 2009 – May 2010

Responsible for daily operations while facilitating relationships with maintenance, tenants/residents, and contractors/venders. Promoted quality standards. Coordinated lodging for all personnel arriving to the area including large groups of 150 people and VIPs. Managed all maintenance requests for the facilities ensuring customer satisfaction. Contracting representative; maintained compliance of sub-contracted personnel.

Education:

Bachelor of Science, Management, University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona

Associates of Arts with a Professional Focus in University of Phoenix, Phoenix, Arizona

Training:

Advanced Leadership Course Fort Gordon, GA

Army Basic Instructor Course, Fort Benning GA

Basic Leadership Course, Fort Campbell, KY

Digital Master Gunner Course, Fort Gordon GA

Information Assurance Security Officer Certification Course, Fort Gordon, GA

Master Fitness Course, Fort Jackson, SC

Master Resilience Course University of Pennsylvania

Sexual Harassment/Assault Response and Prevention Course, Fort Polk, LA

Social Media Operational Security, Fort Mead, MD

Awards:

Nominated for the Meritorious Service Medal

Joint Meritorious Unit Award

Army Commendation Medal (6)

Army Achievement Medal (3)