Updated Resume: 6.27.15

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TARA L. KEENER - DRUMM
Email: TDrumm1626@gmail.com
3931 6th St. S, Arlington, VA 22204
321.482.7979
Clearance: TS-SCI
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
I am a United States Army Second Lieutenant and a graduate from the Florida Institute of Technology, a top tier private
university on Florida's space coast. While there I earned my bachelor's of science Interdisciplinary Sciences with a Military
Option, a multifaceted and adaptive degree program. While also being a full-time student, I also served as a cadet in the
United States Army Cadet Command (ROTC) where I had my leadership and ability to successfully plan and execute
operations evaluated daily. These operations ranged from being responsible for five Soldier teams to larger field exercises
involving over 60 Cadets and maintaining accountability of equipment worth over $100,000.
Currently, I am a recruiter with The Goal, a technology-based consulting firm that specializes in providing companies with
the technical resources required to handle complex business-critical projects in both the commercial and federal practices.
In this role I source and speak to potential Candidates while working closely with Senior Recruiters and Account
Managers.
I also currently work part-time with MKTG INC as a Promotional Model to increase brand awareness and boost product
sales in the Northern Virginia area.
EDUCATION
FLORIDA INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
May 2014: BSC. INTERDISCIP LINARY SCIENCES
MINOR IN COMMUNICTIO N
UNITED STATES ARMY BASIC OFFICE LEADERSHIP COURSE
ADJUTANT GENERAL CORPS
SKILLS
 Leadership
 Power Point
 Recruiting
 Brand Education
 Resilient
 Conflict Resolution
 Fundraising
 Microsoft Office
 Military
 Public Speaking
 Risk Management
 Proactive
 Training and Development
 Data Analysis
 Customer Service
 Interpersonal Skills
 Marketing
 Broadcasting
 Project Coordination
 Solider/ Employee Wellness
 Briefing
AWARDS
2012
National Society Daughters of Founders and Patriots of America Award
by the National Society for Excellence in Military Education

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2013
Distinguished Military Student Award
by the Florida Tech Panther Battalion for Excellence in Military Sciences
MOAA Military Award
by the Brevard Chapter of MOAA for outstanding achievements within Military Educations
Overall Excellence Rating Award
by U.S. Army Cadet Command for an overall Excellence rating at Cadet Commands Leadership Development and
Accessions Course while also being ranked 4th out of a platoon of 44.
2014
Joan Bixby Award
by the Florida Tech Alumni Association for continuous leadership and enhancements of climate for women's participation
and development in society.
EXPERIENCE
THE GOAL LLC. | Sterling, Virginia
RECRUITER 04/2015 – CURRENT
 Effectively recruited candidates through Internet research, internal database, referrals, and other strategies.
 Understanding the client requirements, coordinating for short listing and screening including preliminary interview
of the candidates.
 Dealing with consultants on H1B, GC and CITIZEN, etc. Negotiating the rates on Contract, Contract to hire basis.
 Expertise in using job portals like Dice, Monster, Career Builder and LinkedIn.
 Possess knowledge of sales and recruiting processes including sourcing, interviewing, reference checking,
tracking, salary negotiations, and closing.
MKTG | Northern Virginia/ DC Area
BRAND AMBASSADOR 04/2015 – CURRENT
 Drive sales and increase brand awareness of Diageo products at On and Off Premise Events.
 Engage consumers in conversations and hand out promotional items.
 Report daily recap and event photos online.
 Adhere to all federal and state guidelines when sampling.
UNITED STATES ARMY | Ft. Belvoir, Virginia
ASSISTANT S1 11/2014 – CURRENT
 Currently assigned as a Strength Management Officer for the Army's 104th Training Division. Directly responsible
for the battalion’s functions within the critical personnel systems: personnel readiness management, personnel
accounting and strength reporting, casualty operations management, replacement operations management,
personnel information management, postal operations management, and community support.
 Direct Supervisor of 3 Soldiers.
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AEGIS LLC. | Tysons Corner, Virginia
RECRUITING COORDINATOR 02/2015 – 04/2015
 Employed as Recruiting Coordinator responsible for managing the flow of candidates throughout the recruitment
process, from conducting initial interviews to scheduling training and other appointments all while maintaining
applicant database records.
 Abide by the six-step recruitment life cycle from researching and sourcing to the actual execution of hiring.
WFIT | Melbourne, Florida
STUDENT INTERN AND ASSISTANT 01/2013 – 05/2014
 Updated and maintained WFIT’s social media presence, including scheduling Facebook and Twitter updates.
 Drafted, distributed and pitched news releases, public service announcements and other stories.
 Designed flyers, graphics, e-vites and other marketing material for major events hosted by WFIT.
 Updated the WFIT website weekly.
 Reached out to community organizations, general public and donors with the message of WFIT’s non-profit
means.
 Collaborated with staff on new ideas and direction to improve WFIT as a whole.
 Hosted WFIT and Florida Tech’s annual Homecoming Fest with the main responsibilities of promoting. both
parties and acting as the master of ceremony for a concert event that involved over 7,000 people and included
known acts such as, Taking Back Sunday.
U.S. ARMY CADET COMMAND | Melbourne, Florida
CADET 01/2011 – 05/2014
 Day-to-day duties included overseeing of equipping, training and general welfare of up 60 cadets.
 Maintained 100% accountability of all cadets and equipment during campus and field exercises.
 Personally oversaw the development of cadets preparing for the Cadet Leadership Course in Fort Knox.
 Coordinated with Cadre to ensure all Army standards and regulations were being met and enforced.
 Advised battalion commander and staff on the current condition of cadets and their readiness to perform.
TARGET | Melbourne, Florida
BARISTA 10/2008 – 12/2012
 Served as a Target Guest Specialist responsible for the fast, fun and friendly service of Starbucks products
while, also working as a part of a team to accomplish a sales driven mission.
 Created genuine moments of connection with guests, making a difference in their day, by being the “face” of
both Starbucks and Target by offering assistance in creating a perfect handcrafted beverage.
 Responsible to respond to general inquiries, questions and requests for information on products and the
company as a whole.