1. Jodi E. Stone
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98 Boulder Crest Lane, Vernon, CT 06066 (H) (860) 604-9583 Email: stone.jodi@ymail.com
SUMMARY
An established blogger, skilled in reader engagement and experienced in social media, with a strong work
ethic, seeks a writing position that will allow me to showcase my writing abilities along with my strong
organizational, interpersonal and communication skills.
SKILLS
• WordPress, Facebook, Twitter, Triberr
• Basic HTML
• SEO
• Public Speaking
• Windows 7 Professional
• Microsoft Office Suite
• MS Outlook/Outlook Express
• Internet Explorer
EXPERIENCE
DECEMBER 2010-PRESENT
Owner and sole contributor - Heartlikeadog.com
• Create and deliver unique and inspiring content to hundreds of readers of Heart Like a Dog blog.
• Construct and maintain effective working relationships with sponsors by designing innovative product
reviews.
• Respond to comments and nurture relationships with readers to build bonded community.
• Integrate compelling and engaging photos to enhance blog posts.
• Manage social media content and analytics on various platforms, including Facebook, Twitter,
Instagram and YouTube.
MARCH 2016-PRESENT
Blogger/Content Writer – 4Knines.com
• Plan and formulate monthly blog content for established pet product website.
• Interact with readers and respond to comments on website and social media outlets.
MARCH 2006 -PRESENT
Administrative Assistant to Office Manager/Vice President CPH Engineers, Inc. Vernon, CT
• Write, edit, and proofread proposals and correspondence.
• Screen phone calls, respond to inquiries, manage e-mails, compose, review and edit e-mail
correspondence.
• Provide basic HR functions for new office employees, including orientation and safety coordination.
• File and maintain personnel records.
• Assist office manager in development of office procedures and facilitation of office work flow.
• Calendar Management.
• Coordinate travel planning and arrangements.
• Responsible for completion and submission of expense reports.
• Balance and maintain petty cash account.
• Plan and coordinate internal and external meetings.
• Assemble and assist in preparation of informational/promotional packages.
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Tel: (860) 604-9583 Email: stone.jodi@ymail.com
• Order and maintain office supplies and furniture.
• Internet Research.
APRIL 1999-FEBRUARY 2006
Assistant to Vice President of Servicing/Loan Collections/Loan Administrator
Business Lenders, LLC Hartford, CT
• Contact with borrowers, legal counsel and Small Business Administration representatives throughout
various stages of loan servicing.
• Replaced and released collateral securing debts.
• Extensive contact and negotiations with delinquent borrowers to coordinate payment arrangements.
• Arranged for engagement of legal counsel and appraiser services.
• Processing and application of payments.
• Follow up to post-closing documentation.
• Maintained periodic financial reports.
• Created and maintained office files, records, and reports.
• Verified account was in compliance with company polices and SBA requirements.
• Provided system training for new employees.
• Performed general administrative duties.
MAY 1994-APRIL 1999
Owner/Operator Mother Hen Daycare Manchester, CT
• Successfully established and managed in-house day-care facility.
• Provided dietary requirements and supervised meal times.
• Determined appropriate educational material for children of varying ages; and prepared suitable
entertainment.
FREELANCE PUBLIC SPEAKING
“Reader Engagement” - BlogPaws Social Media Conference, Nashville, TN, May 2015
“I Started a Blog, Now What?” - BlogPaws Social Media Conference, Washington, DC, May 2013
EDUCATION:
Associate: Science Degree/Communications
Manchester Community College, Manchester, CT
GPA: 3.91