Nancy Kobata

I have an exciting and demanding job working for the 8th ranking Entrepreneurship Center in the country, which is a part of the California State University.
I am also currently President of the Calif .State University Employees Union Chapter 309, General Council delegate to the SEIU Local 1000, Chairperson of the Reclassification committee and serve on the Womens, Political Action and Finance committees as well.

My previous work experience was serving the Fresno Community for over 20 years as a real estate broker and appraiser.

Employer:	Lyles Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship, CSU Fresno Fresno, CA
Position:	Office Manager
Time period:	March 2005 - Present
Description:	Act as a liaison for the Lyles Center and handle heavy incoming calls and inquiries. Support the Director in planning and scheduling programs and services. Coordinate and set up meetings, special events and programs featuring nationally recognized business leaders. Handles the scheduling of all Lyles Center resources and facilities. Develop and write marketing materials, including brochures, press releases, announcements, and flyers. Prepare work orders and purchase requisitions for equipment and maintenance. Coordinate work flow, set priorities and adapts to changing priorities. Develop and implement procedures to maintain organizational efficiency. Assist with special projects, including logistics and scheduling a complete office move.

Employer:	Entrepreneurship Week USA
Position:	Work experience
Description:	• Coordinate and schedule a weeklong series of events to promote entrepreneurship. • Handle press releases, updates and reports • Develop and create sponsorship opportunities and donations.

Employer:	Entrepreneurship Mentorship Program
Position:	Work experience
Description:	• Designed and implemented program and workshops to assist graduating entrepreneurship students with the necessary and essential skills to succeed in the business community. • Coordinate applications and match up sponsors with each mentor applicant. • Create, plan, schedule and coordinate all events, workshops, field trips and testing.

Employer:	International Workshops
Position:	Work experience
Description:	• Create itinerary, schedule speakers, translators, discussion and workshops for visiting international delegations. • Coordinate travel arrangements, meals and transportation for up to 20 delegates. • Provide letters and contact information to obtain VISAs and travel documents.

Employer:	Digital Production Group, CSU Fresno Fresno, CA
Position:	Receptionist
Time period:	February 2000 - March 2005
Description:	Provide administrative support, handling scheduling and logistics for taping, studio events, prioritizing jobs and making sure work was completed in a timely manner. Prepared job budget analysis, contracts, grant applications and release forms. Prepared marketing materials, including newsletters and brochures.

Employer:	Academic Innovation Center, CSU Fresno Fresno, CA
Position:	Budget/Financial
Time period:	October 1996 - February 2005
Description:	Create and maintain an accounting control system enabling Director to monitor budget expenditures. Prepare purchase requisitions and travel claims. Streamlined internal AP system and drafted internal accounting procedures and controls to comply with policies and procedures in place within the University. Managed and reconciled all State and Foundation accounts monthly.

Employer:	Pro Mr. Z Realty, Fresno, CA
Position:	Real Estate Broker
Time period:	September 1976 - July 1996
Description:	In a highly competitive environment, handle the listing and sale of single family residences, while maintaining strong client relationships and customer satisfaction while complying with all state laws. Responsible for creating all advertising materials and budgets. Created a training program and assisted in the training of new real estate agents.