Alan DeLong is seeking a position that utilizes his business experience and skills. He has over 30 years of experience in various roles including events facilitator, photographer, sales manager, and residential services supervisor. His skills include communication, analytical thinking, relationship building, and problem solving. He most recently volunteered as a computer lab facilitator and has a history of managing teams and achieving results through planning and initiative.

1. Alan DeLong
Address: 420 9th
Ave. S.E., Calgary, Alberta,
Email: alan_delong@email.com
CAREER OBJECTIVE:
To secure a positionwithastable andprofitable organization,where Icanbe a memberof a teamand utilize my
businessexperience tothe fullest.
HIGHLIGHTS OF SKILLS:
 Exceptional listenerandcommunicatorwhoeffectivelyconveysinformationverballyandinwriting
 Highlyanalytical thinkingwithdemonstratedtalentforidentifying,scrutinizing,improving,andstreamliningcomplex
work processes
 Flexible teamplayerwhothrivesinenvironmentsrequiringabilitytoeffectivelyprioritizeandjuggle multiple
concurrentprojects
 Provenrelationship-builderwithunsurpassedinterpersonalskills
 Goal-drivenleaderwhomaintainsaproductive climate andconfidentlymotivates,mobilizes,andcoachesothersto
meethighperformance standards
 Personable professionalwhose strengthsinclude culturalsensitivityandanabilitytobuildrapportwitha diverse
workforce inmulticulturalsettings
 Results-drivenachieverwithexemplaryplanningandorganizational skills,alongwithahighdegree of detail
orientation
 Innovative problem-solverwhocangenerate workable solutionsandresolvecomplaints
 Resourceful teamplayerwhoexcelsatbuildingtrustingrelationshipswithcustomersandcolleagues
 Seasonedprofessional whosehonestyandintegrityprovide foreffectiveleadershipandoptimal business
relationships
 Highlyadaptable,mobile,positive,resilient,patientrisk-takerwhoisopentonew ideas
 Loyal and dedicatedmanagerwithanexcellentworkrecord
 Highlymotivatedself-starterwhotakesinitiativewithminimal supervision
WORK EXPERIENCE:
ComputerLab Facilitator (Volunteer)
Company, Calgary, AB 2012 - Present
 ProvidesComputerLab assistance regardingemploymentandhousing
Events Facilitator
Community Associations Calgary, Calgary, AB 2000 - 2012
 Coordinateddetailsof eventssuchasconferences,weddings,birthdays,anniversaries,charityevents,surprise
parties,trade shows,salesmeetings,businessmeetings,employee appreciationeventsandvirtual events
 Calculatedbudgetsandensuredtheyare adheredto
 Visitedvenue toplanlayoutof seatinganddecorations
 Coordinatedandmonitoredeventtimelinesandensure deadlinesare met
 Hiredstaff to manage the event,includingbouncersandsecuritypersonnel
 Coordinatedeventlogistics,includingregistrationandattendeetracking,presentationandmaterialssupportand
pre- and post-eventevaluations
 Keptinventoryof backdrops,projectors,computers,andotherdisplaymaterials
 Coordinatedwithclients,caterers,andsecurity

2. Shipper/Receiver- Salesand Service
Rick's Auction Gallery, Calgary,AB 1996 - 2004
 Recordedamountsof final bidsformerchandise atauctionsalesfor ,Estate,GovernmentTrusteeships,Storage
Liquidationsandreceivedmoneyfromfinal biddersatauction:Locatedlotand itemnumberof article upforbidding
on recordsheet
 Listenedtoamountof bidscalledforby AUCTIONEERand recordedfinal amountbidforarticle
 Receiveddepositmoneyorfull paymentfromfinal bidders
Residential ServicesSupervisor
SalvationArmy, Calgary, AB 1990 - 1996
 Workedalongside all clientserviceworkers,volunteers,andpracticumstudentsto
 ensure jobdutiesare completedasneeded
 Conductedclientintakesandgoal setting
 Monitoredthe activitiesof clients/residentsandmaintainsavailabilityof personal, practical,andmoral support
 Coordinatedclientcare relatingtosecurityissues
 Workedwithclientsonbasicgoal settingandfollow ups
 Maintainedstrongcommunicationbothwrittenandverbal forthe benefitof the clientsandprogram
 Ensuredclientassessments,admission,andorientationwere beingcompletedcorrectly,withdignityandrespectfor
each personparticipatinginthe process
 Resolvedanyandall issuesthatarise withinthe building,withclientsorstaff
 ProvidedtrainingtonewClientServiceWorkers
Professional Photographer
Banff Springs/Chateau Lake Louise, Banff,AB 1983 - 1989
 Banff Springs/ChateauLake Louise HotelPhotographerandRetail Manager - Wedding,Portrait,Eventandclient
requestedphotography;eg.Heli-portraiture,TourandStaff photography,Special Events
 Albertabasedsportseventandteams/athletephotographer
 Ensuredproperlightingisachieved
 Traveledtodifferentlocationsdependingonassignments
 Photographedposedandcandidshots
 Directedparticipantsinshots
 Exposedhighcontrastfilmforpredeterminedexposure time
 Adjustedlensand secure differentlenssizesdependingonshot
 Selectedandinstalledscreensandfiltersincamerato produce desiredeffects
SalesManager
Cavalier Gift Ltd., Calgary/Banff/Lake Louise, AB 1972 - 1986
 Performedsalesactivitiesonmajoraccountsand negotiatedsalesprice anddiscounts
 Managed personnel anddevelopedsalesandsalessupportstaff
 Reviewedprogressof salesrolesthroughoutthe company
 Accuratelyforecastedannual,quarterlyandmonthly revenuestreams
 Developedspecificplanstoensure revenue growthinall company’sproducts
 Providedquarterlyresultsassessmentsof salesstaff’sproductivity
 Coordinatedpropercompanyresourcestoensure efficientandstable salesresults
 Formulated all salespolicies,practicesandprocedures
 Heldregularmeetingwithsalesstaff
 Managed a familyownedandoperatedretailchainexpandingto22 locationsinAlberta
Resume, Certificates & References available