GULDANA ASKARBEKOVA
Chicago
Summary
Results-driven professional specializing in community engagement and program effectiveness. Experienced in designing communication strategies and gathering feedback to improve services and partnerships. Committed to leveraging skills in customer relationship management and event planning to drive impactful community initiatives.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Engagement Specialist
Evolve Senior Living
Lake Zurich
01.2023 - Current
- Designed and executed communication strategies to increase community participation.
- Evaluated program effectiveness through data collection and analysis of participant feedback.
- Established partnerships with healthcare providers to expand resource availability for seniors.
- Researched best practices in community engagement to enhance program quality.
- Designed surveys and focus groups aimed at gathering feedback from residents.
Bistro Manager
Evolve Senior Living
Lake Zurich
12.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed daily operations to ensure smooth service delivery and customer satisfaction.
- Monitored health compliance standards to maintain a safe dining environment for residents.
- Oversaw inventory control processes, minimizing waste and ensuring product availability.
- Collaborated with the culinary team on menu development to enhance resident dining experiences.
- Evaluated resident feedback to continuously improve service delivery and menu options.
- Executed budget oversight to align dining operations with financial goals and constraints.
- Implemented staff training programs to improve service quality and operational efficiency.
Procurement Specialist
Aga Khan Foundation
Istambul
01.2020 - 12.2022
- Conducted market analysis to identify potential suppliers and assess industry trends.
- Negotiated contracts with vendors to secure favorable terms and pricing.
- Managed inventory levels to ensure optimal stock availability and reduce excess.
- Streamlined purchase order processing to improve efficiency and reduce errors.
- Implemented cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing and supplier consolidation.
- Evaluated bids and proposals to select the most qualified suppliers.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Economy And Marketing
Kyrgyz National University
Kyrgyzstan05-2017
Skills
- Community engagement and relations
- Program evaluation
- Partnership development
- Survey design
- Customer relationship management
- effective communication
- Event planning and organization
- Revenue generation
- Inventory management
- Cafe operations
- Food safety management
Languages
English
Full Professional
Russian
Native/ Bilingual
Timeline
Community Engagement Specialist
Evolve Senior Living
01.2023 - Current
Bistro Manager
Evolve Senior Living
12.2020 - 01.2023
Procurement Specialist
Aga Khan Foundation
01.2020 - 12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Economy And Marketing
Kyrgyz National University