I am an ambitious and results-driven business associate, seeking to leverage extensive expertise in business development, hospitality, Artificial Intelligence, customer service, and digital operations to drive growth and innovation to my community. Proven ability to launch, scale, and manage successful ventures while overseeing budgets and complex transactions. I enjoy turning ideas into scalable systems that empower entrepreneurs and professionals, and I am excited to apply my skills to drive growth, build strong teams, and deliver creative, effective solutions.…

LaToya Salmon

I am an ambitious and results-driven business associate, seeking to leverage extensive expertise in business development, hospitality, Artificial Intelligence, customer service, and digital operations to drive growth and innovation to my community. Proven ability to launch, scale, and manage successful ventures while overseeing budgets and complex transactions. I enjoy turning ideas into scalable systems that empower entrepreneurs and professionals, and I am excited to apply my skills to drive growth, build strong teams, and deliver creative, effective solutions.…

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I am an ambitious and results-driven business associate, seeking to leverage extensive expertise in business development, hospitality, Artificial Intelligence, customer service, and digital operations to drive growth and innovation to my community. Proven ability to launch, scale, and manage successful ventures while overseeing budgets and complex transactions.

I enjoy turning ideas into scalable systems that empower entrepreneurs and professionals, and I am excited to apply my skills to drive growth, build strong teams, and deliver creative, effective solutions.

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Work Experience

Executive Assistant and Receptionist at INNOV8IVE LLC
March 1, 2024 - Present
Direct daily operations for a creative office and digital media business, including client bookings, receptionist duties, team leadership, and alignment with business artificial intelligence. Oversee all email and phone communications, budget planning, and software development.
Federal Grant Administrator at Optimized Manpower Solutions
May 1, 2023 - June 1, 2025
Manages state-level government grant programs. Reviews and processes grant applications, ensuring full regulatory compliance and fiscal accountability. Maintains meticulous financial reporting, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgeting and disbursement records to ensure transparency.
Customer Service Representative & Receptionist at Exquisite Dreams
September 1, 2017 - January 1, 2024
Spearheaded a team-oriented environment; duties included answering phones, resolving customer issues, and maintaining high professional standards.
Nutrition Supervisor at RWJ Barnabas Health
November 1, 2010 - January 1, 2021
Led the Food and Nutrition Department operations, overseeing multimillion-dollar budgeting, procurement, and compliance programs. Directed cross-functional teams and conducted staff development and training.

Education

Associate’s degree in Business Management/ Computer Technology at Hudson County Community College
September 1, 2014 - May 1, 2017
Business Entrepreneurship Certificate at Rising Tide Business Academy
March 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019

Qualifications

Business Entrepreneurship Certificate
March 1, 2019 - June 1, 2019

Industry Experience

Education, Healthcare, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Travel & Hospitality, Software & Internet, Other