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Avohom Carpenter
Production Information Specialist, Canon, Information Technology Services
Location: Portsmouth, VA United States
Joined: Jul 27th, 2006

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I am the 6th of 7 Children, Have 13 neices and nephews, and I am Half Black and Italian.I speak French and am proficient in sign language. Politics is my passion and I have worked with everyone from Local council to President Obama on his Presidential Campaign.

Current Whereabouts:

Politics, Social Activism, Sports, Music

Life & Professional Aspirations:

Plan on getting into Governmental or Legal work. Plans on being a public servant and active in our politial process. My Aspiration in Life to help as many I can succeeed and to make a difference in my community, State and Country. My Dream is to be a Senator and use my postion to become a voice for the common man and stand up for the less fortunate.

Website:

http://AvohomCarpenter@yahoo.com

Experience

I currently work with Canon, Information Technology Services as Production Information Specialist
I have 3 years of experience working in the Government and Policy industry.

Product Information Specialist | Canon, I.T.S.
From October 2010 to Current • 16 year(s)
Assist Canon customers with purchasing decisions by providing product specifications, compatibility info, dealer locations, and warranty support.

Youth Tutor | Church Of God And Saints Of Christ
From August 2009 to October 2010 • 1 year(s)
Helped at-risk youth aged 8-14 with homework and provided mentorship and moral support.

Salesperson | Target
From October 2008 to October 2010 • 2 year(s)
Provided customer service, maintained sales floor organization, and managed merchandise displays and inventory.

Get Out The Vote Student Coordinator | Obama For America
From July 2008 to November 2009 • 1 year(s)
Coordinated campaign activities with local students including voter registration drives, door-to-door outings, and university partnerships.

Intern | Jim Moran For Governor
From February 2009 to June 2009 • 0 year(s)
Conducted community outreach, voter registration, editorial writing, opposition research, and phonebanking.

Customer Service | Wal Mart
From August 2006 to August 2008 • 2 year(s)
Handled bill payments, refunds, money transfers, money orders, and customer complaints.

Victim Rights Intern | Commonwealth's Attorney's Office: Victim and Witness Assistance Program
From June 2006 to August 2008 • 2 year(s)
Assisted victims and witnesses through the criminal justice system including court procedures, financial claims, and detailed proceedings summaries.

Security Officer | Old Dominion Security
From October 2005 to June 2006 • 1 year(s)
Conducted foot patrols, secured areas, and maintained hourly surveillance notes.

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