Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Volunteering And Leadership
Awards And Scholarships
Timeline
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Ayusha Amarakone

Creve Coeur

Summary

Adaptable professional with a quick learning ability and a talent for adjusting to new environments. Skilled in rapidly acquiring new knowledge, and applying it effectively. Driven by a passion for continuous learning and successfully navigating change.

Overview

26
26
years of professional experience

Work History

Executive Director ( Volunteer )

Medical Help International
Saint Louis
04.2020 - Current
  • Coordinated logistics for equipment procurement and distribution to hospitals during the COVID-19 crisis.
  • Raised funds for purchasing critical medical equipment in developing countries.
  • Engaged with foreign healthcare administrators to facilitate surplus medicine distribution.
  • Represented South Asian countries on the GCAP committee, addressing healthcare policy at UNGA 2023.
  • Organized free medical camps providing essential medications, including insulin and dialysis drugs.

Regional Executive Staffing Planner

Federated Department Stores (Macy's)
New York
04.2004 - 10.2007
  • Implemented staffing plans based on financial forecasts, seasonal budgets, and sales trends.
  • Monitored and reviewed budgets while scheduling staffing to meet high-volume departmental needs.
  • Analyzed sales productivity and maintained weekly statistical reports for performance tracking.
  • Executed staffing for store events and promotions, ensuring adequate inventory management.
  • Educated employees on business practices, policies, and organizational structure for improved understanding.
  • Trained new executives on staffing protocols and schedule interpretation for efficient floor management.
  • Achieved 97% compliance with staffing standards through hands-on floor assessments and evaluations.
  • Collaborated with managers to assess job openings, schedules, and ensure accurate job coding.

Bank Teller

Wachovia Bank -Wells Fargo
Miami
04.2003 - 01.2004
  • Processed customer transactions, including check cashing, deposits, and withdrawals, efficiently.
  • Identified customer needs and provided information on new products and services.
  • Directed customers to branch representatives for further assistance as needed.

Human Resource Executive

Federated Department Stores (Macy's)
Staten Island
10.2000 - 12.2002
  • Recruited sales and support staff based on departmental requirements.
  • Oriented new sales associates while tracking performance on the selling floor.
  • Collaborated with senior management to implement impactful training programs.
  • Identified root causes of customer issues and developed resolution strategies to improve service quality.

Administrative Assistant

St. John's University
Queens
05.1999 - 08.2000
  • Designed and maintained a computerized legal database to optimize information retrieval efficiency.
  • Edited, compiled, and proofread legal documents and reports for accuracy and compliance.
  • Managed the filing of legal documents to streamline office operations.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Finance

St. John's University
New York
01.2002

Skills

  • Lotus Notes and Microsoft Office
  • PeopleSoft applications
  • Internet research
  • Word processing & Microsoft 365
  • Fundraising and logistics
  • Staff training and development
  • Volunteer coordination
  • Crisis management
  • Communication skills
  • Public speaking
  • Partnership development
  • Logistics coordination

Volunteering And Leadership

  • UN subcommittee member, Global Call for Action Against Poverty (GCAP), 01/2023, 01/2025
  • President, Sri Lanka association USA, 01/2024, 01/2025
  • Parents for Scholars Fundraising Committee Co-Chair, LHWHS Parent Association, 01/2025
  • VP Postprom Organiser, Ladue Horton Watkins High School Parent Association, 01/2024
  • Treasurer, Ladue Horton Watkins High School Parent Association, 01/2023
  • Assistant Treasurer, Ladue Horton Watkins High School Parent Association, 01/2022
  • Board member, International Student Organisation, St. John's University

Awards And Scholarships

  • Scholastic Excellence Award, St. John's University
  • Dean's List, St. John's University

Timeline

Executive Director ( Volunteer )

Medical Help International
04.2020 - Current

Regional Executive Staffing Planner

Federated Department Stores (Macy's)
04.2004 - 10.2007

Bank Teller

Wachovia Bank -Wells Fargo
04.2003 - 01.2004

Human Resource Executive

Federated Department Stores (Macy's)
10.2000 - 12.2002

Administrative Assistant

St. John's University
05.1999 - 08.2000

Bachelor of Science - Finance

St. John's University
Ayusha Amarakone