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Howard Jones
Lawyer
Summary
Experience
Lawyer, Madison and Fletcher Attorneys at Law
Nov 2010 — Jul 2018
San Franciso
- Performed adequate research to ensure a deep understanding of cases..
- Prepared legal documents without error and in a timely manner.
- Analyzed laws in relation to the situation of a client.
- Filed briefings, collected evidence, and presented cases to judges and jurors.
- Worked to build and foster trusting relationships with clients.
Lawyer, Johnson & Levine, LLC
Aug 2010 — Sep 2014
Los Angeles
- Worked with clients to understand their circumstances and needs.
- Mediated disputes and sought to enforce the proper regulations.
- Counseled clients about the law and legal options.
- Effectively represented clients in criminal and civil court proceedings.
- Maintained the integrity and confidentiality of all cases.
- Sought to understand and protect the interest of persons and businesses.
Education
New York Law School
2003 — 2006
Juris, Doctor
New York
New York University
1999 — 2003
Juris, Bachelor of Economics
New York
Skills
Regulatory Compliance
Excellent Communication Skills
Contract Negotiation Skills
Mediation Skills
Family Law
Immigration Law
Galaxy
Senior Sales Associate
Samantha Williams
Summary
Experience
Senior Analyst | Jun 2021 to Current
Loom & Lantern Co. - New York, NY
- Spearhead data analysis and reporting for key business functions, identifying trends and providing insights to improve company performance and profitability.
- Conduct in-depth market analysis and competitive benchmarking to inform strategic decisions, resulting in a 15% increase in market share within one year.
- Develop predictive models to forecast sales performance and customer behavior, contributing to more accurate budgeting and resource allocation.
Business Analyst | Jul 2017 to Apr 2021
Willow & Wren Ltd. - New York, NY
- Analyzed and interpreted large datasets to identify business opportunities and recommend process improvements, leading to a 20% reduction in operational costs.
- Created detailed financial models and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs), enabling data-driven decision-making across departments.
- Worked closely with project managers to monitor progress on major initiatives, ensuring projects were delivered on time and within budget.
Education
New York University — New York, NY | Bachelor of Science
Economics| Aug 2013 to Apr 2017
Skills
Project Management
Data-driven Decision Making
SQL & Excel
Financial Analysis
Business Intelligence tools
Statistical Modeling
Eclipse
Jessie Smith
Sales Associate
Summary
Experience
- Implement effective company policies to ensure that all practices comply with labor and employment regulations.
- Increased employee retention rates by managing workplace satisfaction to an over 90% success rate by creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Develop targeted outreach practices to increase minority recruitment and ensure compliance with affirmative action policies.
- Ensured HR policies aligned with state and federal regulations, maintaining 100% compliance in audits.
- Implemented a conflict resolution system, decreasing workplace disputes by 40%.
- Organized leadership training sessions to enhance managerial effectiveness and team collaboration.
- Developed and implemented company-wide HR policies to ensure compliance with labor laws and improve workplace culture.
- Spearheaded initiatives to boost employee satisfaction, resulting in a 90% retention rate.
- Led diversity and inclusion programs, increasing minority recruitment by 30%.
Human Resource Manager
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Jan 2019 — Current
Workplace Culture & Compliance Specialist
Acme Corp, Dallas, TX
Jan 2016 — Dec 2019
Talent Acquisition & Retention Lead
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015
Education
Master, Human Resources, Dallas, 2007 — 2022
The University of Texas
Skills
Detail-oriented
Well-versed in Texas employment law
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Develops positive workplace relationships
Aether
Jessie Smith
Human Resource Manager
Summary
Experience
- Implement effective company policies to ensure that all practices comply with labor and employment regulations.
- Increased employee retention rates by managing workplace satisfaction to an over 90% success rate by creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Ensured HR policies aligned with state and federal regulations, maintaining 100% compliance in audits.
- Implemented a conflict resolution system, decreasing workplace disputes by 40%.
- Developed and implemented company-wide HR policies to ensure compliance with labor laws and improve workplace culture.
- Spearheaded initiatives to boost employee satisfaction, resulting in a 90% retention rate.
Human Resource Manager
- 01/2019 to Current
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Workplace Culture & Compliance Specialist
- 01/2016 to 12/2019
Acme Corp, Dallas, TX
Talent Acquisition & Retention Lead
- 01/2012 to 12/2015
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Education
Master, Human Resources, 2007 to 2022
The University of Texas, Dallas
Skills
Detail-oriented
Well-versed in Texas employment law
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Develops positive workplace relationships
Solstice
Travis Willis
IT Manager
Summary
Skills
Project Management
IT Support
Change Management
Business Transformation
Team Leadership
Technical Acumen
Experience
IT Manager at Phylo Biometrics Inc.
New York, 09/2013 - 09/2019
- Created business requirements and technical and quality assurance specifications.
- Established and educated others on controls and protocols for projects.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating solutions for product enhancement.
- Increased Team productivity by 40% and monitored procedures and documentation for further productivity.
IT Manager at at Equal Inc.
New York, 08/2010 - 08/2013
- Increased revenue by $6M, by implementing integration IT projects and meeting aggressive budget constraints.
- Managed all documentation and drafted weekly project communication reports, which were presented at meetings.
- Created and lead teams across multiple departments to ensure forecasted objectives were met and overall desired outcomes achieved.
Education
New York University
New York, 2010 - 2012
Master Computer Science
Nova
Matthew Jones
Financial Analyst
Summary
Experience
Financial Analyst, GEO Corp, New York
Mar 2012 — Jul 2018
- Created budgets and ensured that labor and material costs were decreased by 15%.
- Generated financial reports on completed projects, including advantageous results.
- Developed financial statements, including cash flow charts and balance sheets.
Financial Analyst, Sisco Enterprises, New York
Aug 2008 — Feb 2012
- Provided reports, cash flow analysis, annual operating plan budgets, monthly cash forecasts, and revenue projections.
- Analyzed corporate accounts and advised in negotiations bringing budget savings.
- Coordinated with key finance reports and presented the results to management.
Education
Bachelor, Finance, Villanova University, King of Prussia
2004 — 2008
Graduated summa cum laude.Bachelor of Science, Yale University
2000 — 2004
Graduated summa cum laude.High School Diploma, Camden High School, Camden
1996 — 2000
Details
Skills
Financial Analysis
Strategic Planning
Trend Analysis
Market Assessment
Team Leadership
Eon
Emily Williams
Digital Marketing Project Manager
Summary
Experience
January 2015 - Current
Project Manager
Prospect Solutions, Oklahoma City, OK
- Generated, produced and maintained 42 end-to-end marketing and PR projects of which three became viral stunts. Completed all the projects within an approved budget, timescale, and expected quality.
- Managed, led and coordinated various teams of up to 70 people to perform marketing programs. This included collaboration both with internal and external teams.
- Solved internal financial business challenges by reducing projects’ costs by 25% while employing young, but talented, external freelancers without negatively affecting the overall quality of the project.
- Created, organized and implemented the company's employee training program with the help of up-to-date educational book reading practices, which improved the ideas of the professional team members and workflow.
Education
2013
Business Administration
Yale University, Washington, D.C.
Bachelor of Science
Skills
Scrum
SEA
SEO
Social Media
Exoplanet
Howard Jones
Lawyer
Summary
Experience
Lawyer, Madison and Fletcher Attorneys at Law
Nov 2010 — Jul 2018
San Franciso
- Performed adequate research to ensure a deep understanding of cases..
- Prepared legal documents without error and in a timely manner.
- Analyzed laws in relation to the situation of a client.
- Filed briefings, collected evidence, and presented cases to judges and jurors.
- Worked to build and foster trusting relationships with clients.
Lawyer, Johnson & Levine, LLC
Aug 2010 — Sep 2014
Los Angeles
- Worked with clients to understand their circumstances and needs.
- Mediated disputes and sought to enforce the proper regulations.
- Counseled clients about the law and legal options.
- Effectively represented clients in criminal and civil court proceedings.
- Maintained the integrity and confidentiality of all cases.
- Sought to understand and protect the interest of persons and businesses.
Education
New York Law School
2003 — 2006
Juris, Doctor
New York
New York University
1999 — 2003
Juris, Bachelor of Economics
New York
Skills
Regulatory Compliance
Excellent Communication Skills
Contract Negotiation Skills
Mediation Skills
Family Law
Immigration Law
Galaxy
Senior Sales Associate
Samantha Williams
Summary
Experience
Senior Analyst | Jun 2021 to Current
Loom & Lantern Co. - New York, NY
- Spearhead data analysis and reporting for key business functions, identifying trends and providing insights to improve company performance and profitability.
- Conduct in-depth market analysis and competitive benchmarking to inform strategic decisions, resulting in a 15% increase in market share within one year.
- Develop predictive models to forecast sales performance and customer behavior, contributing to more accurate budgeting and resource allocation.
Business Analyst | Jul 2017 to Apr 2021
Willow & Wren Ltd. - New York, NY
- Analyzed and interpreted large datasets to identify business opportunities and recommend process improvements, leading to a 20% reduction in operational costs.
- Created detailed financial models and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs), enabling data-driven decision-making across departments.
- Worked closely with project managers to monitor progress on major initiatives, ensuring projects were delivered on time and within budget.
Education
New York University — New York, NY | Bachelor of Science
Economics| Aug 2013 to Apr 2017
Skills
Project Management
Data-driven Decision Making
SQL & Excel
Financial Analysis
Business Intelligence tools
Statistical Modeling
Eclipse
Jessie Smith
Sales Associate
Summary
Experience
- Implement effective company policies to ensure that all practices comply with labor and employment regulations.
- Increased employee retention rates by managing workplace satisfaction to an over 90% success rate by creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Develop targeted outreach practices to increase minority recruitment and ensure compliance with affirmative action policies.
- Ensured HR policies aligned with state and federal regulations, maintaining 100% compliance in audits.
- Implemented a conflict resolution system, decreasing workplace disputes by 40%.
- Organized leadership training sessions to enhance managerial effectiveness and team collaboration.
- Developed and implemented company-wide HR policies to ensure compliance with labor laws and improve workplace culture.
- Spearheaded initiatives to boost employee satisfaction, resulting in a 90% retention rate.
- Led diversity and inclusion programs, increasing minority recruitment by 30%.
Human Resource Manager
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Jan 2019 — Current
Workplace Culture & Compliance Specialist
Acme Corp, Dallas, TX
Jan 2016 — Dec 2019
Talent Acquisition & Retention Lead
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015
Education
Master, Human Resources, Dallas, 2007 — 2022
The University of Texas
Skills
Detail-oriented
Well-versed in Texas employment law
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Develops positive workplace relationships
Aether
Jessie Smith
Human Resource Manager
Summary
Experience
- Implement effective company policies to ensure that all practices comply with labor and employment regulations.
- Increased employee retention rates by managing workplace satisfaction to an over 90% success rate by creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Ensured HR policies aligned with state and federal regulations, maintaining 100% compliance in audits.
- Implemented a conflict resolution system, decreasing workplace disputes by 40%.
- Developed and implemented company-wide HR policies to ensure compliance with labor laws and improve workplace culture.
- Spearheaded initiatives to boost employee satisfaction, resulting in a 90% retention rate.
Human Resource Manager
- 01/2019 to Current
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Workplace Culture & Compliance Specialist
- 01/2016 to 12/2019
Acme Corp, Dallas, TX
Talent Acquisition & Retention Lead
- 01/2012 to 12/2015
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Education
Master, Human Resources, 2007 to 2022
The University of Texas, Dallas
Skills
Detail-oriented
Well-versed in Texas employment law
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Develops positive workplace relationships
Solstice
Travis Willis
IT Manager
Summary
Skills
Project Management
IT Support
Change Management
Business Transformation
Team Leadership
Technical Acumen
Experience
IT Manager at Phylo Biometrics Inc.
New York, 09/2013 - 09/2019
- Created business requirements and technical and quality assurance specifications.
- Established and educated others on controls and protocols for projects.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating solutions for product enhancement.
- Increased Team productivity by 40% and monitored procedures and documentation for further productivity.
IT Manager at at Equal Inc.
New York, 08/2010 - 08/2013
- Increased revenue by $6M, by implementing integration IT projects and meeting aggressive budget constraints.
- Managed all documentation and drafted weekly project communication reports, which were presented at meetings.
- Created and lead teams across multiple departments to ensure forecasted objectives were met and overall desired outcomes achieved.
Education
New York University
New York, 2010 - 2012
Master Computer Science
Nova
Matthew Jones
Financial Analyst
Summary
Experience
Financial Analyst, GEO Corp, New York
Mar 2012 — Jul 2018
- Created budgets and ensured that labor and material costs were decreased by 15%.
- Generated financial reports on completed projects, including advantageous results.
- Developed financial statements, including cash flow charts and balance sheets.
Financial Analyst, Sisco Enterprises, New York
Aug 2008 — Feb 2012
- Provided reports, cash flow analysis, annual operating plan budgets, monthly cash forecasts, and revenue projections.
- Analyzed corporate accounts and advised in negotiations bringing budget savings.
- Coordinated with key finance reports and presented the results to management.
Education
Bachelor, Finance, Villanova University, King of Prussia
2004 — 2008
Graduated summa cum laude.Bachelor of Science, Yale University
2000 — 2004
Graduated summa cum laude.High School Diploma, Camden High School, Camden
1996 — 2000
Details
Skills
Financial Analysis
Strategic Planning
Trend Analysis
Market Assessment
Team Leadership
Eon
Emily Williams
Digital Marketing Project Manager
Summary
Experience
January 2015 - Current
Project Manager
Prospect Solutions, Oklahoma City, OK
- Generated, produced and maintained 42 end-to-end marketing and PR projects of which three became viral stunts. Completed all the projects within an approved budget, timescale, and expected quality.
- Managed, led and coordinated various teams of up to 70 people to perform marketing programs. This included collaboration both with internal and external teams.
- Solved internal financial business challenges by reducing projects’ costs by 25% while employing young, but talented, external freelancers without negatively affecting the overall quality of the project.
- Created, organized and implemented the company's employee training program with the help of up-to-date educational book reading practices, which improved the ideas of the professional team members and workflow.
Education
2013
Business Administration
Yale University, Washington, D.C.
Bachelor of Science
Skills
Scrum
SEA
SEO
Social Media
Exoplanet
Howard Jones
Lawyer
Summary
Experience
Lawyer, Madison and Fletcher Attorneys at Law
Nov 2010 — Jul 2018
San Franciso
- Performed adequate research to ensure a deep understanding of cases..
- Prepared legal documents without error and in a timely manner.
- Analyzed laws in relation to the situation of a client.
- Filed briefings, collected evidence, and presented cases to judges and jurors.
- Worked to build and foster trusting relationships with clients.
Lawyer, Johnson & Levine, LLC
Aug 2010 — Sep 2014
Los Angeles
- Worked with clients to understand their circumstances and needs.
- Mediated disputes and sought to enforce the proper regulations.
- Counseled clients about the law and legal options.
- Effectively represented clients in criminal and civil court proceedings.
- Maintained the integrity and confidentiality of all cases.
- Sought to understand and protect the interest of persons and businesses.
Education
New York Law School
2003 — 2006
Juris, Doctor
New York
New York University
1999 — 2003
Juris, Bachelor of Economics
New York
Skills
Regulatory Compliance
Excellent Communication Skills
Contract Negotiation Skills
Mediation Skills
Family Law
Immigration Law
Galaxy
Senior Sales Associate
Samantha Williams
Summary
Experience
Senior Analyst | Jun 2021 to Current
Loom & Lantern Co. - New York, NY
- Spearhead data analysis and reporting for key business functions, identifying trends and providing insights to improve company performance and profitability.
- Conduct in-depth market analysis and competitive benchmarking to inform strategic decisions, resulting in a 15% increase in market share within one year.
- Develop predictive models to forecast sales performance and customer behavior, contributing to more accurate budgeting and resource allocation.
Business Analyst | Jul 2017 to Apr 2021
Willow & Wren Ltd. - New York, NY
- Analyzed and interpreted large datasets to identify business opportunities and recommend process improvements, leading to a 20% reduction in operational costs.
- Created detailed financial models and dashboards to track key performance indicators (KPIs), enabling data-driven decision-making across departments.
- Worked closely with project managers to monitor progress on major initiatives, ensuring projects were delivered on time and within budget.
Education
New York University — New York, NY | Bachelor of Science
Economics| Aug 2013 to Apr 2017
Skills
Project Management
Data-driven Decision Making
SQL & Excel
Financial Analysis
Business Intelligence tools
Statistical Modeling
Eclipse
Jessie Smith
Sales Associate
Summary
Experience
- Implement effective company policies to ensure that all practices comply with labor and employment regulations.
- Increased employee retention rates by managing workplace satisfaction to an over 90% success rate by creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Develop targeted outreach practices to increase minority recruitment and ensure compliance with affirmative action policies.
- Ensured HR policies aligned with state and federal regulations, maintaining 100% compliance in audits.
- Implemented a conflict resolution system, decreasing workplace disputes by 40%.
- Organized leadership training sessions to enhance managerial effectiveness and team collaboration.
- Developed and implemented company-wide HR policies to ensure compliance with labor laws and improve workplace culture.
- Spearheaded initiatives to boost employee satisfaction, resulting in a 90% retention rate.
- Led diversity and inclusion programs, increasing minority recruitment by 30%.
Human Resource Manager
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Jan 2019 — Current
Workplace Culture & Compliance Specialist
Acme Corp, Dallas, TX
Jan 2016 — Dec 2019
Talent Acquisition & Retention Lead
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Jan 2012 — Dec 2015
Education
Master, Human Resources, Dallas, 2007 — 2022
The University of Texas
Skills
Detail-oriented
Well-versed in Texas employment law
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Develops positive workplace relationships
Aether
Jessie Smith
Human Resource Manager
Summary
Experience
- Implement effective company policies to ensure that all practices comply with labor and employment regulations.
- Increased employee retention rates by managing workplace satisfaction to an over 90% success rate by creating and maintaining a positive work environment.
- Ensured HR policies aligned with state and federal regulations, maintaining 100% compliance in audits.
- Implemented a conflict resolution system, decreasing workplace disputes by 40%.
- Developed and implemented company-wide HR policies to ensure compliance with labor laws and improve workplace culture.
- Spearheaded initiatives to boost employee satisfaction, resulting in a 90% retention rate.
Human Resource Manager
- 01/2019 to Current
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Workplace Culture & Compliance Specialist
- 01/2016 to 12/2019
Acme Corp, Dallas, TX
Talent Acquisition & Retention Lead
- 01/2012 to 12/2015
Jim’s Widget Factory, Plano, TX
Education
Master, Human Resources, 2007 to 2022
The University of Texas, Dallas
Skills
Detail-oriented
Well-versed in Texas employment law
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Develops positive workplace relationships
Solstice
Travis Willis
IT Manager
Summary
Skills
Project Management
IT Support
Change Management
Business Transformation
Team Leadership
Technical Acumen
Experience
IT Manager at Phylo Biometrics Inc.
New York, 09/2013 - 09/2019
- Created business requirements and technical and quality assurance specifications.
- Established and educated others on controls and protocols for projects.
- Increased customer satisfaction by creating solutions for product enhancement.
- Increased Team productivity by 40% and monitored procedures and documentation for further productivity.
IT Manager at at Equal Inc.
New York, 08/2010 - 08/2013
- Increased revenue by $6M, by implementing integration IT projects and meeting aggressive budget constraints.
- Managed all documentation and drafted weekly project communication reports, which were presented at meetings.
- Created and lead teams across multiple departments to ensure forecasted objectives were met and overall desired outcomes achieved.
Education
New York University
New York, 2010 - 2012
Master Computer Science
Nova
Matthew Jones
Financial Analyst
Summary
Experience
Financial Analyst, GEO Corp, New York
Mar 2012 — Jul 2018
- Created budgets and ensured that labor and material costs were decreased by 15%.
- Generated financial reports on completed projects, including advantageous results.
- Developed financial statements, including cash flow charts and balance sheets.
Financial Analyst, Sisco Enterprises, New York
Aug 2008 — Feb 2012
- Provided reports, cash flow analysis, annual operating plan budgets, monthly cash forecasts, and revenue projections.
- Analyzed corporate accounts and advised in negotiations bringing budget savings.
- Coordinated with key finance reports and presented the results to management.
Education
Bachelor, Finance, Villanova University, King of Prussia
2004 — 2008
Graduated summa cum laude.Bachelor of Science, Yale University
2000 — 2004
Graduated summa cum laude.High School Diploma, Camden High School, Camden
1996 — 2000
Details
Skills
Financial Analysis
Strategic Planning
Trend Analysis
Market Assessment
Team Leadership
Eon
Emily Williams
Digital Marketing Project Manager
Summary
Experience
January 2015 - Current
Project Manager
Prospect Solutions, Oklahoma City, OK
- Generated, produced and maintained 42 end-to-end marketing and PR projects of which three became viral stunts. Completed all the projects within an approved budget, timescale, and expected quality.
- Managed, led and coordinated various teams of up to 70 people to perform marketing programs. This included collaboration both with internal and external teams.
- Solved internal financial business challenges by reducing projects’ costs by 25% while employing young, but talented, external freelancers without negatively affecting the overall quality of the project.
- Created, organized and implemented the company's employee training program with the help of up-to-date educational book reading practices, which improved the ideas of the professional team members and workflow.
Education
2013
Business Administration
Yale University, Washington, D.C.
Bachelor of Science
Skills
Scrum
SEA
SEO
Social Media
Exoplanet
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is an ATS-friendly resume?
An ATS-friendly resume is designed to be easily read and processed by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), which most companies use to filter job applications. When you use these templates, your skills and experience are correctly recognized and ranked based on the job description.
Why do I need an ATS-friendly resume?
If your resume isn’t optimized for ATS, it might never be seen by a human recruiter. Many companies use ATS to scan and rank resumes before they reach hiring managers. An ATS-friendly resume increases your chances of getting noticed and landing an interview.
What resume formats work best for ATS?
A simple, clean format with clear headings, standard fonts, and no fancy graphics or tables works best. Chronological resumes work best because they follow a clear, logical flow. BetterCV has 40+ ATS-friendly templates in chronological format you can customize for free.
Does an ATS-friendly resume still look good to human recruiters?
Yes! BetterCV’s templates are both ATS-friendly and easy for recruiters to read. The key is using a clear, professional layout with strong content—no unnecessary design elements that could confuse ATS.
What common mistakes can cause my resume to be rejected by ATS?
Using images, graphics, or tables can cause problems because ATS may not read them correctly. Fancy fonts or unusual formatting can also confuse the system. If you put important details in headers or footers, the ATS might ignore them. Another common mistake is not using the right keywords from the job description, which can lower your chances of getting noticed.
Which file type should I use for an ATS resume: PDF or DOCX?
Both can work, but DOCX is the safest choice because all ATS software can read it. Some ATS struggle with PDFs, especially if they contain complex formatting. If the job posting doesn’t specify a format, go with DOCX to be on the safe side.