Barbara Barber
Duluth
Summary
Detail-oriented Operations Manager with exceptional communication skills. Proven success in coordinating impactful events and streamlining processes to enhance customer service and operational efficiency.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Operations Manager
Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce
Brookhaven, GA
06.2015 - 03.2023
- Coordinated monthly keynote speaker breakfast and lunch events
- Developed networking events to showcase local member businesses
- Worked closely with city and police officials to recognize outstanding achievements.
- Orchestrated new website implementation
- Updated member database to streamline billing and collection processes
Deputy Executive Director
Chamblee Chamber of Commerce
Chamblee, GA
12.2013 - 05.2015
- Involved with all aspects of creating the Chamblee Chamber of Commerce
- Implemented member database
- Coordinated all member events: Breakfast, Luncheons and After Hours Networking
- Managed cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
- Fostered partnerships with local businesses to promote community engagement and support economic development.
Education
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Radford University
Radford, VASkills
- Exceptional Communicator
- Professional Trainer
- Presenter
- Self Starter
- Team Leadership
- Operations Management
- Customer Service
- Detail Oriented
Accomplishments
Entertainment Director, Fraternal Order of Eagles (non-profit)
Atlanta, GA
2004 - 2016
Booked dance bands weekly
Generated weekly calling post message re: entertainment, dinner specials and monthly charity events
Mistress of Ceremonies Saturday nights
Event Coordinator for both Chambers of Commerce
Timeline
Operations Manager
Brookhaven Chamber of Commerce
06.2015 - 03.2023
Deputy Executive Director
Chamblee Chamber of Commerce
12.2013 - 05.2015
Associate of Science - Early Childhood Education
Radford University
Entertainment Director
12 Years
Booked weekly dance bands
Wrote and generated weekly 'Calling Post' message re: entertainment, dinner specials and monthly charity events.
Mistress of Ceremonies each Saturday for live events