Samantha Nason

Phone: 763-614-8309

E-mail: SNason10@winona.edu
Education

Winona State University, MN

May 2016

Bachelor of Arts in Communication Studies Leadership and Advocacy

Minor in Training and Development

Experience
Menards

Winona, MN
September 2013 Current
Plumbing Sales (Part time: August 2014 Current, Full time: April 2014 August 2014)

Voted 2014 Winona Menards Team Member of the Year

Be familiar with product and participate in formal online training to assist in developing product knowledge
Take on additional responsibilities and hours in the absence of an assistant department manager
Maintain a clean department with correct pricing and advertisements

Cashier

(Full time: December 2013 April 2014, Part time: September 2013 December 2013)

Provided a lasting impression on guests that ensure their return for future purchases
Partnered with team members to train and direct new team members clearly and effectively
Volunteered to work on a store-remodel helping to create a store that meets managements expectations
Initiated career advancement by taking the steps necessary to become a sales floor team member

Lakes Home and Program Development

Detroit Lakes, MN
June 2013 August 2013

Direct Service Provider (Full Time)

Provided for the basic care and training of individuals with developmental disabilities
Reported the development of individuals by observing and documenting individual health care issues
Worked extensive hours (45-50 hours) to ensure that patients had adequate care at all times
Received advanced training for medication administration as recognition for my professional drive

Pizza Pub

Big Lake, MN
April 2009 August 2011

Manager

After six months was asked to lead a team of cooks and delivery drivers to ensure a successful operation
Communicate with customers to ensure satisfaction and return business
Recorded, organized, and delivered orders in a timely manner, error free

Volunteer
WSU Ambassador Spring 2013- Spring 2015
Give Campus tours, professionally representing Winona State University
4-H Volunteer Fall 2012-Spring 2013
Taught and advised Elementary students activities and projects that represent 4-Hs values.
Freshman Orientation Leader Fall 2012
Responsible for leading the freshmen group through presentations and activities as directed
Big Brother Big Sister Volunteer 2011-2013
Serve as a friend and mentor to a 3rd grader