Brenda Gillam

18924 Northbrook Cir, Westfield, IN 46074

Cell: (317) 966-1729 "#$%&' brgillam@gmail.com

Education
May 2012



May 2011

Purdue University, West Lafayette IN
Brian Lamb School of Communication
Bachelor of Arts in Public Relations and Advertising

Jiao Tong University, Shanghai China
Communication in Global Organizations, China
A study abroad experience where we visited and heard
from organizations that work in global markets

Professional

December 2013-
Present





August 2012-
August 2013









September 2011-
April 2012




July 2009-
September 2011
Wigglebutt Doghouse, Indianapolis IN
Canine Attendant
Guarantee safety of 30-50 dogs at one time
Ensured pets are given requisite amount of exercise and
playtime during day care and overnight stays
Gave oral and topical medications when needed

Willis, Nashville TN
Certificate Processor
Completed Accord forms in a timely manner
Answered phone calls daily to assist clients in
completing and receiving their certificates of insurance
Worked with associates in Mumbai and the US to
insure quick turn around time for our clients
Adhering to strict guidelines that are specific to each
individual account
Leading small groups to complete large requests

OCharleys, Lafayette IN
Head Guest assistant
Was responsible for creating the schedules for 15 staff
members on a weekly basis
Learned how to work as a team in a fast paced and high
stress environment

Guest Assistant
Developed interpersonal communication skills through
interacting with customers that gave our restaurant a
competitive edge

Philanthropic

September 2013-
December 2013
Nashville Paw Magazine, Nashville TN
Participated in multiple day long events to help raise
money for Animal Rescue and Welfare
Brenda Gillam


May 2013






January 2012-
May 2012
HON- Hands on Nashville, Nashville TN
Waterway Clean-up
Volunteered to help clean up the debris left in the river
from the 2010 flood that is effecting the environment and
wildlife

United Way of Greater Lafayette, Lafayette IN
Intern
Chair of the media and promotions committee
Prepared promotional material for various community
events
Learned how to manage a team and develop innovative
new ideas

Computer and Software
Microsoft Office, Facebook, Twitter, Vine, Instagram,
Pinterest, Google+, Yelp, LinkedIn, Wordpress, Prezi,
Google Sketch Up, Adobe Illistrator, Photo Shop,
AutoCAD, EPIC, Lotus Notes