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Trista Miller

@tristamiller

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I build community programs, events, partnerships, and efficient operations.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I'm looking to lead community programs, events, partnerships, marketing, and operational initiatives where I can build relationships, improve engagement, and create measurable value for organizations and the communities they serve.

At Pike County Progress Partners and Elmer Buchta Technology Center, I connect entrepreneurs with resources, workspace, networking, and growth opportunities.

I create social media, newsletters, marketing campaigns, workshops, STEM camps, and entrepreneurship programs while managing event logistics, vendors, sponsorship proposals, and financial records across multiple accounts. I've built relationships with more than 30 regional partners and represent the organization at community and economic development events.

Previously, I managed purchasing, inventory, international sourcing, and supplier relationships at OFS and Kimball International. At OFS, I identified cost-saving opportunities that delivered $88,000 in savings in 2024.

I'm also active in Pike County through volunteer event coordination, founding Pike County Risk Takers, and serving on local chamber and economic development boards.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Community and Operations Manager

Current

Pike County Progress Partners / Elmer Buchta Technology Cent

Feb 2025 - Present (1 year 7 months)

Support entrepreneurs by connecting them with resources and creating networking opportunities. Manage social media, marketing campaigns, and community events, while maintaining financial records and building regional partnerships.

Social Media Management Marketing Campaigns Event Planning Quickbooks Financial Record Keeping Partnership Development Community Engagement IT Support Vendor coordination Feedback Analysis

Textile Buyer

OFS

Mar 2022 - Feb 2025 (2 years 11 months)

Managed purchase orders and inventory to support production, coordinated with engineering and quality teams, and led vendor relationships. Achieved $88,000 in cost savings in 2024 and managed international sourcing.

Purchase Order Management Inventory Management Vendor Management Oracle Logility International Sourcing Cost Reduction Project Management

Buyer

Kimball International

Nov 2018 - Mar 2022 (3 years 4 months)

Managed purchase orders, inventory, and vendor relationships while identifying cost-saving opportunities. Collaborated with engineering, quality, and operations teams to drive improvements.

Purchase Order Management Inventory Management Vendor Management SAP Teamcenter

Sales Coordinator, Customer Service

Kimball International-National Office Furniture

May 2016 - Nov 2018 (2 years 6 months)

Provided customer service by actively listening to issues and providing immediate solutions. Built and maintained positive relationships with field sales, dealers, and customers, using SAP, Salesforce, and Microsoft Office.

Customer Service Relationship Building SAP Salesforce Microsoft Office Product Knowledge Team Building Order Management