PATRICE GRECO

19744 Beach Boulevard #389, Huntington Beach, California 92648

562.208.7213 (Cell)
tishgreco@gmail.com

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

Accomplished, competent, and detail-oriented management professional with broad

experience in project management; proficient in needs assessment and developing
sound resolution to critical issues. Proactive achiever and team player; proven
expertise in establishing goals, utilizing available resources, and motivating t
eams to achieve a common goal. Highly adept at performing multiple tasks effecti
vely within tight deadlines through exceptional time management skills. Articula
te communicator, adept at providing first-rate customer service. Instrumental in
developing and implementing project work plans. Skilled at ensuring completenes
s of project documentation and identifying business development opportunities re
lated to a specific project.

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS
Project Implementation and Administration
- Managed efforts to successfully pass building and safety inspections
- Directed full spectrum of project, from inception to completion, ensurin
g compliance with strict codes
- Generated quarterly project updates and budget reports for investors
- Developed budget and implemented project accounting using QuickBooks to
pay subcontractors, manage payroll for full time workers, and maintain complianc
e within budget
Relationship Management
- Dealt with vendors and oversaw specification, purchasing, and installati
on of furniture, fixtures, and equipment in accordance with codes
- Single-handedly managed all investor relations and orchestrated investor
events including catered affairs

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Fenix Cosmetics, Inc., Irvine, CA
PROJECT EDUCATOR (Independent Contractor) APR 2005-AUG 2006
- Visited numerous beauty colleges and educated students regarding the sci
entific process of skin aging and product details
- Utilized effective visual aids and materials in presenting the effects o
f the sun on the skin and discussing types of radiation and how to protect and s
low down signs of aging
- Assumed full responsibility in promoting products and demonstrating vari
ous benefits of every ingredient
- Participated in various trade shows and surpassed expectations in succes
sfully improving product awareness
West Dermatology, Newport Beach, CA
RECEPTIONIST JAN 2002-NOV 2004
- Provided assistance in the successful transition of newly acquired offic
e and supported staff in adapting to the corporate structure
- Demonstrated exceptional performance in handling phone calls, coordinati
ng schedules, verifying insurance, as well as collecting co-pays and checking pa
tients in and out
- Led and trained staff on corporate policy; performed initial screening f
or all applicants and recommended the best candidates for staffing
- Functioned as the product consultant in charge of advising patients on s
kin assessment and recommending appropriate products
- Monitored inventory levels, negotiated with vendors, and facilitated sta
ff training to enhance overall efficiency
- Established loyal patient base and coordinated efforts to achieve bottom
-line goals
Restaurant Halie, LLC, Pasadena, CA
PROJECT ADMINISTRATOR DEC 2000-JAN 2002
- Played a significant role in directing all project phases to transform a
vacant historical building into a restaurant
- Conducted research to acquire city building codes and collaborated with
city inspectors to ensure compliance with proper guidelines and best practices
- Worked with subcontractors, artists, and designers in all phases of the
construction
Project Administrator continuedâ⠬¦
- Directed the design and construction initiatives as well as developed co
mprehensive construction schedules
- Performed assessment of contracts before letting the owner sign and main
tained all paperwork related to the project
- Spearheaded human resource functions for 10 employees throughout the pro
ject and facilitated interviewing and hiring of staff
- Implemented business plan and supported diverse functions involving mark
eting, public relations, as well as media designs, logos, and image development
- Organized and executed several charity events and other major events wit
h more than 300 attendees

OTHER EXPERIENCE
Baumer Electric, Ltd., Farmington, CT
DISTRICT SALES MANAGER (Southern California and Arizona territory) SEPT 199
9-NOV 2000
Electric Switches, Inc., Los Angeles, CA
ACCOUNT MANAGER AUG 1990-AUG 1999

EDUCATION
PROFESSIONAL LEVEL CERTIFICATE IN INTERIOR DESIGN | IN PROGRESS
University of Los Angeles Extension, Los Angeles, CA
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN MICROBIOLOGY
Colorado State University, Fort Collins, CO

PROFESSIONAL TRAINING
Dale Carnegie Sales Training | Steve Covey Time Management Training

TECHNICAL PROFICIENCY
Computer Skills: Microsoft Office (Outlook and Project), QuickBooks, Adobe Illus
trator, Photoshop, AutoCAD, SketchUp Pro, and ACT!

PROFESSIONAL AFFILIATIONS
American Society of Interior Designers (Student Chapter)
International Interior Design Association (Student Chapter)

ACTIVITIES
Board Member and Treasurer | Willmore City Heritage Association, Long Beach, CA
- Incorporated financial records into QuickBooks and generated quarterly f
inancial reports
- Played a key role in fundraising activities and several beautification p
rojects, including planting government donated trees, designing neighborhood gar
dens in vacant lots, and arranging historical street signs
- Contributed in a major project to rescue, relocate, and restore a turn o
f the century home which generated $17,000 for the association
Neighborhood Volunteer | Department of Code Enforcement, Long Beach, CA
- Supported in beautifying the city and ensuring accountability of absente
e landlords for tenants and properties
- Prepared and presented weekly reports to a city official
Big Sister Volunteer | Fort Collin, CO