AUTOBIOGRAPHICAL SKETCH OF STEPHANIE DAVIS
To strive, to seek, to find, and not to yield (--Ulysses, by Alfred, Lord Tennyson)
This particular quote has been my mantra since I was a student in high school. I have never forgotten it, because I use it as a reminder of the reasons why I wish to pursue goals on an academic, professional, and personal level.
I was born and raised in Birmingham, Alabama. I am the eldest of two children.
My educational background is extensive. I am a 1983 graduate of Holy Family Elementary School; a 1987 graduate of A.H. Parker High School; a 1995 graduate of Miles College with a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education; a 2003 Honors graduate of ITT Technical Institute with an Associate of Applied Science degree in Computer Electronics Engineering Technology; a 2007 graduate of the University of Phoenix with an MBA in Technology Management.
My past and present involvement in several organizations gave me the opportunity for leadership, service and personal growth. My present membership consists of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. and Knights of Peter Claver Ladies Auxiliary. I worked as an Operations Supervisor and an Interim Site Administrator with TeleTech Holdings Inc., a customer management center. I am a former employer of the Birmingham City Schools System, where I taught in Third Grade and Second Grade respectively for seven years. Since the project ended before the expected date (March 31, 2007), I am currently employed as a Secretary at the National Institute of Health's Heart, Lung, and Blood Insitute in the Office of Science & Technology.
Despite life¡¦s challenges, I have been able to overcome them. It has not been easy for me, but I am determined to accept change, and at the same time, find new opportunities for personal and professional growth. Outside of work and school, I enjoy reading, attending cultural events, listening to different musical genres (rhythm & blues, jazz, classical, spiritual, decades music), community service and cleaning (it is relaxing for me).
I have recently earned my Master of Business Administration in Technology Management degree from the University of Phoenix. I relocated to Washington, DC to pursue a Master of Arts in Human Resource Management and other employment opportunities as of January 12, 2008. I transferred to George Mason University to pursue a master's degree in Organizational Development and Knowledge Management at the School of Public Policy. I now reside in Arlington, VA.
Life & Professional Aspirations:
To have my own business that deals with the music industry
Publish and distribute my own book
To be married and raise a family
Financially able to contribute to charitable contributions
Offer time and talent to my community through volunteering and community service projects
Develop a deeper relationship with God
Be able to take care of my mother
Complete my studies in graduate school
I was known affectionately by my sorority sisters as "The 23rd Founder." There are only 22 founding members of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. When it came to the sorority, I wanted to know as much history as possible, as well as get involved in the community and on campus.
Most Memorable Moment:
I met Nikki Giovanni in person, who is also a member of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc.
I was Miss SGA for Homecoming 1992.
I developed positive relationships on campus and some of my classmates and Sorors still keep in contact with each other after 12-15 years.
High School: A.H. Parker High School in Birmingham, AL
class of 1987
Activities & Accomplishments:
1985 Outstanding Science Club Member
1985-1987 Science Club President
1983-1985 Concert Band
1987 Recipient of Science Scholarship
1983-1984 Student Government Association
1984-1985 Marching Band
Best Memories:
Earning the Science Scholarship at Class Day
Being a member of the A.H. Parker High School Marching Band
My grandfather came to Open House on an unannounced visit (later became an inductee of the Alabama Jazz Hall of Fame). He is an alum of A.H. Parker High School and was a member of the marching band.
Administrative Assistant|
National Institutes of Health
From January 2008 to Current • 18 year(s)
Schedule meetings, plan annual conferences, prepare correspondence, maintain records, coordinate travel, and manage office supplies for the National Heart, Lung and Blood Institute.
Interim Site Operations Supervisor|
TeleTech Holdings, Inc.
From January 2006 to December 2007 • 1 year(s)
Supervised customer care associates for Medicare Part D plans, developed incentive programs, conducted performance evaluations, and participated in leadership team meetings.
Account Manager|
Guardsmark, LLC
From January 2001 to December 2006 • 5 year(s)
Enforced facility inspections, streamlined training programs for 200+ security officers, collaborated on ISO certification, negotiated rate increases, and developed new accounts.
Teacher|
Birmingham Board of Education
From January 1997 to December 2004 • 7 year(s)
Taught core curriculum to second and third grade students, served on district committees, and represented faculty through the National Education Association.
Office Services Specialist II|
UAB Hospital Human Resources Management
From January 1990 to December 1997 • 7 year(s)
Assisted 200+ applicants weekly through employment process, administered typing tests, conducted background checks, and organized filing systems for job vacancies.
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