Leslie-Ann Morris-Elisha
Arima
Summary
High-performing professional with a versatile understanding of the dynamics of administration, strong leadership and customer service. With over 20 years of experience, providing quality business consultation for the development and sustainability of entrepreneurs.
Skilled in providing recommendations and implementation of strategies to achieve the objectives of various organizations and surpassed expectations. Committed to lifelong learning and going the extra mile to facilitate continuous improvement by leveraging communication, teamwork and interpersonal skills.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Chief Executive Officer/Founder
Les’ Shawls Company
01.2018 - Current
- Social entrepreneurship -using simple innovations to assist and teach women sustainable development & growth
- Results driven leadership training organization and redefining traditional businesses
- Responsible for the vision, direction, inspirational guidance and marketing.
Loan Administrator / Business Relationship Officer
National Development Company Limited
01.2012 - Current
- Ensure that compliance is adhered to according to the policy and procedures of the organization
- Liaise with internal and external stakeholders to ensure the expeditious disbursement of loan to client
- Responsible for administrative and operational functionality and efficiency of the office
- Manage administrative, maintenance and security personnel using a customer centric approach while demonstrating the highest standards of morality & integrity
- Provide business consultation for the development and sustainability of entrepreneurs
- Promote NEDCO’s programs and products on radio and television.
- Spearhead and organize trade shows, seminars and staff functions
- Assist in development and management of budget costs and prepares relevant reports
- Responsible for processing over 100 entrepreneurial grant application during the Covid 19 pandemic.
- Handled customer complaints with relative ease by conducting research, listening carefully and taking appropriate action.
- Obtained copies of applicants' credit histories and reviewed paperwork to determine feasibility of granting loans.
Chief Executive Officer/Founder & Senior Pastor
Golden Room International Ministry
01.2010 - Current
- Responsible for the administration and operations of the church including budgeting
- Preparation and implementation of strategic plans and policies
- Provide counselling and guidance sessions
- Analyse and solve problems of the congregation
- Responsible for the planning and implementation of Youth Development programs
- Responsible for the planning and implementation of outreach community programs for the disenfranchised
- Spearhead fundraisers, conferences, seminars and charity events.
Administrative Assistant
National Entrepreneurship Development Company Limited, NEDCO
01.2003 - 01.2012
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Coached new employees on administrative procedures, company policies and performance standards.
Communications Officer /Administrator
Prophetic Missions International
01.2001 - 01.2003
- Responsible for strategic planning, budgeting and administration
- Responsible for the design, development and implementation of community programs
- Responsible for the preparation of proposals, planning and implementation of events
- Responsible for designing and implementing a protocol policy for the organization and dignitaries.
Life Insurance Agent/Financial Advisor
Colonial Life Insurance Company Limited
01.1996 - 01.2001
- Responsible for providing Financial Advice to promote savings and financial investment.
Education
Certificate of Achievement (Management & Leadership: Leading a Team) – Future -
Learn Open University
Certificate in Event Management And Protocol -
Institute of Training Development (INTAD)
Port Of Spain, TrinidadCertificate of Achievement (Management & Leadership: Growing as a Manager) -
Future Learn Open University
LondonCBP Project Management -
BorderCom International
St. Augustine, TrinidadLife Underwriters Association Training 101, 102, 103 - Life Insurance
Caribbean Association of Life Underwriters
TrinidadElectrical Electronics Engineering Technician -
San Fernando Technical Institute,
International Masters Business Development & Innov -
University of The West Indies (Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business)
Mt. Hope, TrinidadSkills
- SKILLS & CORE COMPETENCIES
- Analytical Skills
- Strong Leadership
- Interpersonal Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Mediation/Counseling
- Event Planning & Protocol
- Reviewing Credit Information
- Loan Evaluations
Affiliations
A 20-year veteran of NEDCO with demonstrated expertise in business development and leadership skills in the small and micro enterprise sector. Established and implemented administrative and operational systems in the NEDCO Arima, Sangre Grande and Tunapuna branches. Trained Administrative Staff by developing and facilitating a training program which is continuous. NEDCO’s Liaison for Fashion TT’s Entrepreneurial Development 6 months Programme teaching entrepreneurial skills (January – July 2019). Appointed as a Member of the NEDCO’s Project Development Sub-Committee for the completion of the Strategic Plan. Appointed as a Member of the Ministry of Labour & Small Enterprise Development -Ten Point Plan Component Implementation Committee - strategies for Psychological & Financial Counseling for retrenched employees. 13 Years as an Entrepreneur – Founder of a SME social justice company, teaching entrepreneurship and to design and manufacture handcrafted religious apparel for retail to lift women out of poverty.
AWARDS
- National Sales Achievement Award 1998 Life Underwriters Association of Trinidad & Tobago
- Rookie of the Year 1997 Colonial Life Insurance Company Ltd. (CLICO)
- Diamond Seal Award 1997 Life Underwriters Association of Trinidad & Tobago
Additional Information
- Credentials of Ministry - Universal Life Church Ministries, USA
- Certificate of Marriage Officiant - City of New York, Office of the City Clerk, USA
- Ambassador of Peace - The Interreligious and International Federation for World Peace
- Chaplain Certification - Healing Hearts Chaplaincy, USA
- Credentials of Ministry – Golden Room International, Trinidad
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Work Availability
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Quote
There is a powerful driving force inside every human being that, once unleashed, can make any vision, dream, or desire a reality.
Tony Robbins
Timeline
Chief Executive Officer/Founder
Les’ Shawls Company
01.2018 - Current
Loan Administrator / Business Relationship Officer
National Development Company Limited
01.2012 - Current
Chief Executive Officer/Founder & Senior Pastor
Golden Room International Ministry
01.2010 - Current
Administrative Assistant
National Entrepreneurship Development Company Limited, NEDCO
01.2003 - 01.2012
Communications Officer /Administrator
Prophetic Missions International
01.2001 - 01.2003
Life Insurance Agent/Financial Advisor
Colonial Life Insurance Company Limited
01.1996 - 01.2001
Certificate of Achievement (Management & Leadership: Leading a Team) – Future -
Learn Open University
Certificate in Event Management And Protocol -
Institute of Training Development (INTAD)
Certificate of Achievement (Management & Leadership: Growing as a Manager) -
Future Learn Open University
CBP Project Management -
BorderCom International
Life Underwriters Association Training 101, 102, 103 - Life Insurance
Caribbean Association of Life Underwriters
Electrical Electronics Engineering Technician -
San Fernando Technical Institute,
International Masters Business Development & Innov -
University of The West Indies (Arthur Lok Jack Graduate School of Business)
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