1. CATIE BARRON
630-707-1829 | Scottsdale, AZ | cadabarron@yahoo.com
PROFILE
 Successful oil painting artist with a strong background in business and finance.
 Currently runall facets of my business; finance,marketing, business development, website management, social
media, manufacturing, and framing.
 Experienced in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Chrome, Powerpoint, Publisher) as well as Photoshop.
 Proficient in Social Media (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, MailChimp, WordPress, and Google Analytics).
 Self-motivated to achieve goals established with a desire for success.
 Most recently relocated to Scottsdale, AZ in January, 2016.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Creativity ● Mentorship ● Bookkeeping/Accounting ● Email Management ● Communications ● Business Plans ●
Income/Expense Management ● Strategic Planning ● Social Media/Blogging ● Data Analysis ● Amazon/Paypal
Sales Accounting ● Mentorship ● Business Development ● Research ● Public Relations
EMPLOYMENT & ACCOMPLISHMENTS
ST.CHARLES ARTS COUNCIL,(ST. CHARLES, ILLINOIS) (2013-2015)
Social Media Director (Part-time)
 Established and maintained successful email campaign protocol and social media accounts.
o Mailchimp – Open rate increased by 15% during 10 month period.
o Twitter – Followers increased by 28% during 10 month period.
o Facebook – Page followers increased 234% during 10 month period.
o Increased involvement from local to national awareness.
 Created content for online marketing campaigns on programs such as neXt Gallery, Art at Home, Art at Work.
 Researched new platforms for Social Media outreach including industry partnerships.
 Narrowed membership database for increased successful marketing.
 Left organization for a relocation to Arizona.
TREASURE KEEPER,(BATAVIA, ILLINOIS) (2012-2013)
Reception / Bookkeeping (Part-time)
 Provided excellent customer service for incoming phone calls and email requests.
 Managed and maintained Craigslist entries to purchase and sell items in online market.
 Assisted shipping and receiving staff members, when needed.
 Maintained and compiled data analysis reporting for Amazon and Paypal.
 Left to pursue employment in Social Media and the Arts.
HARRIS BANK,(HOFFMAN ESTATES, ILLINOIS) (2006)
Loan Processor / Loan Closing Assistant (Part-time – Short Term Contract)
 Successfully managed difficult real estate loans for closing.
 Scheduled mortgage loan closings while resolving open exceptions.
 Review and managed mortgage loan files in preparation of funding.

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NORTHERN ILLINOIS FOODBANK,(ST. CHARLES, ILLINOIS) (2002-2005)
Accountant / Human Resources Assistant (Part-time)
 Successfully managed A/P and A/R.
 Established inter-department communications forum to better manage expenses.
o Established a purchasing protocol for warehouse equipment.
o Implemented an electronic time management program to improve payroll accuracy as well as maintain
volunteer hours worked.
 Assumed Director of Finance roll on interim basis.
o Created and presented financial reports at board meetings.
o Managed payroll and H/R functions.
o Prepared tax reports, as needed.
 Participated in overall mission to increase food awareness and food insecurity throughout the 13 collar counties
surrounding Chicago.
 Volunteered as a food sorter.
NOLAND SALES CORPORATION,(WOOD DALE, ILLINOIS) (1996-2001)
Accountant / Human Resources / Payroll (Part-time)
 Compiled and successfully processed weekly payroll through ADP.
o Internal staff of 12
o External contractors of 100+
o Included wage garnishments and 401k allotments.
o Managed self-insured approvals/reimbursements..
 Completed and submitted monthly union reporting for external contractors.
 Assisted CFO in month/year end accounting operations.
Sales Assistant (Part-time)
 Contractor liaison for contstruction payouts, including lien waiver submission and work inspection.
 Reviewed and processed all sales quote submissions on large projects, such as commercial high-rise buildings,
museums, hospitals, and international work.
 Assisted sales staff of 6.
EDUCATION
Bachelors of Fine Arts, SCHOOL OF THE ART INSTITUTE OF CHICAGO, CHICAGO, IL - 2009
PROFESSIONAL LINKS / ACTIVITIES
 Website – www.catarzina.com
 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/catiebarron
 Blog – https://catarzina.wordpress.com
 Twitter – https://catarzina.twitter.com
 Instagram – https://www.instagram.com/artbycatarzina
 Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/catarzina
 2015-2016 – Councilmember of the St. Charles, Illinois Cultural Commission
 2014-2016 – Founding Member, Cedar Avenue Studios, St. Charles, Illinois
 2013-2014 – Member/Volunteer, Water Street Studios, Batavia, Illinois
 Art Mentor / Design Consultant / Networker