Hi, I'm Kara Bartro. I'm an organized and proactive office manager with experience in lead coordination, client communication, marketing support, payroll, invoicing, and office operations. I thrive in fast-paced service environments, excel at keeping teams, systems, and schedules organized, and am committed to supporting business growth through clear communication and thoughtful content creation.…

Kara Bartro

Hi, I'm Kara Bartro. I'm an organized and proactive office manager with experience in lead coordination, client communication, marketing support, payroll, invoicing, and office operations. I thrive in fast-paced service environments, excel at keeping teams, systems, and schedules organized, and am committed to supporting business growth through clear communication and thoughtful content creation.…

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Hi, I’m Kara Bartro. I’m an organized and proactive office manager with experience in lead coordination, client communication, marketing support, payroll, invoicing, and office operations.

I thrive in fast-paced service environments, excel at keeping teams, systems, and schedules organized, and am committed to supporting business growth through clear communication and thoughtful content creation.

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Language

English
Fluent

Work Experience

Office Manager at Old Glory Construction Management
April 30, 2024 - June 10, 2026
Serve as the first point of contact for incoming leads and customer inquiries; schedule walk-throughs to initiate the estimating process; maintain ongoing communication with leads throughout the sales process; manage marketing materials and support company marketing channels; create content for business promotion and brand visibility; process payroll and support weekly progressive invoicing; assist with bookkeeping and administrative financial tracking; supported implementation of project management software, including Knowify and Houzz.
Floor Manager at Lakewood Yacht Club, Seabrook
April 1, 2019 - May 1, 2024
Reported directly to the Food and Beverage Manager and helped oversee daily floor operations; ensured guests received prompt, accurate, and professional service; led pre-shift meetings and communicated updates clearly to staff; continued staff training and supported team development; created server sections and managed dismissal timing; ensured floor plans were set correctly for the following day.
Administrative Assistant at Lakewood Yacht Club, Seabrook
August 1, 2017 - January 1, 2019
Answered phones in a friendly and professional manner; responded to emails in a timely and efficient way; created reservations and confirmed accurate information for all parties involved; connected members with the appropriate managerial staff for their needs; helped ensure guests were accounted for and had a positive visit; distributed mail to appropriate recipients.
Banquet Captain at Lakewood Yacht Club, Seabrook
July 31, 2015 - July 31, 2017
Assigned opening and closing duties to staff; ensured correct design and placement of floor plans; resolved discrepancies quickly during events and service; served guests in a timely and orderly fashion; cleaned and sanitized stations; assisted with inventory counts and staff coordination.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Psychology at University of Houston
January 1, 2015 - May 1, 2020
Diploma at La Porte High School
August 1, 2008 - June 1, 2013

Qualifications

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Industry Experience

Travel & Hospitality, Real Estate & Construction, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment