Suzan Speiser Application PackageCITY OF MIAMI BEACH
BOARD AND COMMITTEE APPLICATION FORM
SpeiserSuzan
NAME:
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FL33141
HOME ADDRESS
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6365 Collins Ave. #4003Miami Beach
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suzanhs@gmail.com
786-505-2790832-428-4449
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Home
Manager
Business Name:
Sage Shores LLC
Position:
6365 Collins Ave. #4003
Miami BeachFL33141
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Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a and b: Members of agencies, boards, and committees shall be affiliated
requirement shall be fulfilled in the following ways: a) an indi
months; or b) an individual shall demonstrate ownership/interest
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circle one): I am now a resident of: North Beach
I have participated in Miami Beach City Leadership Academy, and
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Miami Beach Commission For Women
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Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees:If yes, which board?
What organizations in the City of Miami Beach do you currently h
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Physically Challenged:No
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or those with whom you have business or immediate family ties
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VII of the City Code Standards of Conduct for City Officers,
I Suzan Speiser agreed to the following terms on 6/9/2016 5:00:4
Received in the City Clerk's Office by:
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Suzan Speiser
Miami Beach, FL
786.505.2790
mobile: 832.428.4449
suzanhs@gmail.com
HIGHLIGHTS
Self motivated professional with management, marketing, and sales experience. Proven leadership ability
in hiring, training, and motivating personnel in retail chain. Created successful advertising and
promotional plans that grew customer traffic and brand recognition. Effective communication and
analytical skills resulting in increased sales, profit, and custSuccessfully executed area
retail store remodels to franchise standards, with a sleek modern look. Fundraising and event planning
experience to benefit non-profit organizations.
WORK EXPERIENCE
SAGE SHORES, LLC
2006 - present
Manager
¥Facilitate agricultural use of farm acreage, manage operational budget.
¥Collaborate with area farmer to plant, harvest, and store crops to maximize net profit.
¥Evaluate market for optimal crop sale price.
¥Analyze opportunities for varied land use.
KRAFT FOODS,
Denver, CO
1990
Sales Representative
¥Met with foodservice distributors and operators to present products and provide fact based solutions.
¥Developed promotional plans and managed all aspects of account administration.
¥Promoted and sold branded products at industry trade shows.
GREAT EARTH VITAMINS STORES,
Denver, CO
1984-1990
Area Supervisor
¥Successfully supervised all operations of a multiple store franc
¥Increased Colorado stores total sales by 10% each year.
¥Excelled at selection, hiring, training, and motivation of manag
¥Appointed and trained store managers.
¥Promoted positive, organized and collaborative work environment.
¥Equipped team with tools needed to provide outstanding customer
¥Developed and implemented advertising and promotions.
¥Administered compensation plan and operating budget.
¥Reported directly to franchise President, Bill Campbell (d/b/a B
¥Ensured compliance with State laws, franchisor contracts, and franchiseeÈs company policies.
Store Manager
¥Achieved highest profit margin for the first year of a new store in the Colorado franchise.
¥Exhibited superior skills interviewing, hiring, training and mot
¥Increased sales by organizing and executing outside promotions.
¥Developed point of sale displays and innovative merchandising techniques.
¥Analyzed profit and loss statements and managed inventory contro.
¥Acted as liaison between Area Supervisor and sales team.
¥Facilitated ongoing education and training of team in sales, marketing and promotion
¥Launched from sales trainee to Area Supervisor in 3 years with commitment, enthusiasm, and loyalty
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
THE WOODLANDS HIGH & MIDDLE SCHOOL
The Woodlands, TX 2003-2009
Drill Team Booster Club
Board Member
Chaired or served on various committees, including fundraising c
Chairperson Drill Team Banquet, Spring 2005 & 2008
Chaired committee of 12 to plan entertainment and elegant themeddinner for 200.
Established subcommittee budgets, accounted for all expenditures in compliance to nonprofit
regulations.
Acted as liaison between the venue, the committee, and the boost
Created a succession-planning guide.
Office Assistant
¥Provided administration support to front office, Branch Crossing Junior High.
¥Facilitated distribution of textbooks in and out to 3000 student, The Woodlands High School.
THE WOODLANDS METHODIST CHURCH,
The Woodlands, TX 2003-2010
Ugly Mug Caf, Barista, Cashier
Volunteered weekly to welcome and serve teens and adults espressos, beverages and
Craft Circle Gala Volunteer
Assisted with annual Craft Circle Gala. An elegant dinner includ
art and holiday decorative pieces to benefit missions around the world.
Created items for silent auction year round at weekly Craft Circle meetings.
Organized, logged, and staged silent auction items, recorded silent and live bids during auctions.
Distributed items to patrons post auction.
SKILLS
¥Proficient on Mac: One to one 4 years
¥Photoshop elements, iMovie, Microsoft Office
¥Event Planning, Fundraising
AFFILIATIONS
¥Miami Beach Leadership Academy Alumni Association
¥Miami Film Society Member
¥Miami Beach Citizens Police Academy Alumni Association
¥LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzan-h-speiser-a24b58b6
EDUCATION
Southern Illinois University,
Carbondale, IL
Bachelor of Science, College of Business, Marketing/ DeanÈs List, Honor Roll
Suzan Speiser | Miami Beach, FL | 786.505.2790 | 832.428.4449 | suzanhs@gmail.com