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MaKayla Sprawling

@makaylasprawling

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I am a results-driven coordinator specializing in events and administrative operations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I seek a coordinator or administrative role in a collaborative organization where I can apply event coordination, scheduling, records and budget management, grow into leadership, and contribute to efficient operations.

I am a coordinator with strong business knowledge and proven administrative and event coordination experience. I graduated in the top 10% of my class with a 3.8 GPA and bring expertise in content management systems, report analytics, expense and budget management.

I have led event sales processes, coordinated logistics, trained junior staff, managed scheduling and records, and supported tutoring services through scheduling, database record-keeping and reporting. I leverage Microsoft Office and internal systems to streamline workflows and deliver client-focused, efficient operations.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Administrative Assistant

Current

University of Memphis

Feb 2025 - Present (7 months)

Provide administrative support to Tutoring Services by scheduling sessions, maintaining student records, preparing reports, and serving as first point of contact to streamline departmental operations.

Scheduling Student Records Microsoft Office Report Preparation Communication Office Administration

Event Sales Coordinator

Esplanade Memphis Event & Conference Center

Feb 2023 - Feb 2025 (2 years)

Managed event sales and logistics, negotiated client contracts, coordinated vendors and catering, and assisted with budget management to secure bookings and execute seamless events.

Event Coordination Sales Contract Negotiation Vendor Management Budget Management Client Relations Market Research

Shipping Clerk/Coordinator

Helen of Troy

Feb 2022 - Nov 2022 (9 months)

Coordinated shipping operations including order fulfillment, carrier communication, inventory monitoring, and shipping documentation to ensure timely deliveries and resolve discrepancies.

Shipping Logistics Inventory Management Carrier Coordination Shipping Software Software Delivery Quality Control Customer Service

Sales Representative

Office Depot

Apr 2019 - Nov 2021 (2 years 7 months)

Delivered consultative sales and print services, designed custom print materials, managed inventory and transactions, and provided equipment troubleshooting and upselling to improve customer satisfaction.

Retail Sales Print Service Customer Service Inventory Management Graphic Design Upselling

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Philander Smith University

Bachelor of Business Administration, Business Administration/Health Administration

Grade: 3.8 GPA; Top 10% of class

Bachelor of Business Administration in Business Administration/Health Administration from Philander Smith University, graduated May 2021 with a 3.8 GPA and ranked in the top 10% of the class.