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Santino SMith

Tinley Park

Summary

Recent graduate with foundational knowledge in Business Administration/ Technology and hands-on experience gained through academic projects and internships. Demonstrates strong teamwork, problem-solving, and time-management skills. Prepared to start career and make meaningful contributions with commitment and drive. Continuing to get my bachelors degree in Business Administration & Management while I could work fulltime. Experienced working with a team in sales and building relationships with clients.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sales/IT Assistant Intern

Avant Garde Trading Securities
01.2024 - Current
  • Assisted in network maintenance, ensuring smooth connectivity for all users.
  • Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
  • Managed documentation related to trade executions and settlements, facilitating smooth transaction processes for clients.
  • Streamlined communication between brokers and clients, maintaining organized records of correspondence for easy reference.
  • Facilitated seamless transition of accounts during broker changes by effectively coordinating with both internal teams and clients.
  • Conducted thorough testing of application features, ensuring functionality and reliability before deployment.

Forklift Operator

Berkots Super Foods
07.2021 - 01.2024


  • Kept warehouse clean and organized by removing debris and returning unused pallets to designated areas.
  • Safely loaded and unloaded trucks using appropriate forklift attachments, reducing the risk of accidents or injuries.
  • Improved warehouse efficiency by skillfully operating forklifts to move, locate, and stack materials.
  • Wrapped pallets in plastic wrap and attached merchandise tags to prepare for shipping.
  • Operated forklift in compliance with OSHA guidelines and organizational policies.
  • Transported goods between warehouse locations according to shipment and storage needs.

Landscape Crew Leader

Self Employed/Side Job Services
03.2020 - 10.2023

Started a Landscaping business on the side with another classmate from high school. Did this business for 4 years while still in high school and working as a forklift operator part time.

  • Collaborated with crew members to complete projects on time and within budget, ensuring client satisfaction.
  • Maintained a high level of professionalism throughout each project phase, resulting in numerous repeat clients.
  • Enhanced landscape projects by implementing innovative design techniques and sustainable practices.
  • Communicated effectively with clients, addressing their needs and concerns while managing expectations.

Education

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, UT
03-2026

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Managment

Joliet Junior College
Joliet, IL
05-2025

Skills

  • HelpDesk support
  • Information security
  • IT asset management
  • Customer service
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Multi-tasking strength
  • Computer Proficiency and Microsoft Office
  • CRM software proficiency

Certification

  • Securities Industry Essentials
  • Certification of Achievement in Business Management
  • Certification of Achievement in Supply Chain Operations
  • Comptia A+

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Sales/IT Assistant Intern

Avant Garde Trading Securities
01.2024 - Current

Forklift Operator

Berkots Super Foods
07.2021 - 01.2024

Landscape Crew Leader

Self Employed/Side Job Services
03.2020 - 10.2023

Bachelor of Arts - Business Administration And Management

Western Governors University

Associate of Arts - Business Administration And Managment

Joliet Junior College
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