Blake M. Garland
Chicago
Summary
Hardworking, highly motivated professional eager to lend combined knowledge and skills to enhance business performance. Operates well in both individual and team capacities, leveraging seasoned work ethic to quickly adapt to different processes and drive company objectives. Resourceful and results-driven with a passion for growth and efficiency to meet company needs and increase service value.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
FRONT STORE ASSOCIATE
CVS
Chicago
10.2024 - Current
- Demonstrated ability to work in a fast-paced environment while staying organized and attentive to detail.
- Provided training assistance to new associates on company policies or procedures.
- Operated POS system and cash register for processing customer
DATA RESEARCHER
MAPSCorps
Chicago
10.2022 - 05.2023
- Designed surveys and questionnaires to collect qualitative and quantitative data.
- Identified opportunities for improvement within existing communities of Chicago by performing gap analyses.
- Managed a team of junior researchers in the collection, analysis, and reporting of data-driven insights.
Education
DIPLOMA -
Kenwood Academy High School
Chicago, IL05.2023
ASSOCIATE IN FINE ARTS (A.F.A.) - FINANCE
City Colleges of Chicago
Chicago, ILSkills
- General accounting
- Mathematical proficiency
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Collaboration
- Statistical analysis
Certification
Securities Industry Essentials (SIE) Exam
References
- Dr. Jeremiah Northwestern, Project Director, maxine.jeremiah@northwestern.edu
- Todd Mayfield, Loop Capital, Toddmayfield@me.com
- Delwin Roberts, Voya Financial, randy.roberts@voyafa.com
Awards
- Golden Merit Award, Awarded to students who have 4.0 GPA, 05/19
- MBIDO Certificate of Achievement, Awarded to students with high academic achievement, 05/23
- National Society of Leadership and Success, Nominee, 11/25
Timeline
FRONT STORE ASSOCIATE
CVS
10.2024 - Current
DATA RESEARCHER
MAPSCorps
10.2022 - 05.2023
DIPLOMA -
Kenwood Academy High School
ASSOCIATE IN FINE ARTS (A.F.A.) - FINANCE
City Colleges of Chicago