Type Of Business:
Holding company
Marketing Area:
International
Expertise:
Labor law; Organization of social events; Crisis management; Investigation
Major Product/SVS:
Various car dealerships, car rental and leasing companies, and body repair shops; Book, gift, apparel and souvenir stores; Real estate; Office furniture; Pharmaceuticals; Industrial and commercial laundries
Favorite Business Publication:
Businessweek; Entrepreneurs; Smart Money
Hobbies/Sports:
Reading; Cooking; Collecting cookbooks, especially those from different countries; Badminton; Playing dominoes
Education Degrees:
Secretarial Diploma, MAO; High School Diploma
Affiliations Awards:
Aruba Human Resource Association
Place of Birth:
Oranjestad
Children's Names:
Bryon; Kyle
Throughout the duration of your career, what was the one highlight that stood out the most?:
The most gratifying aspect of her career is that she has evolved into a better person who is more caring and understanding of people she comes in contact with, after growing into the position of human resource manager by trial and error. She loves caring for others and promoting fairness, although it is not an easy task.
Charity:
Aruba Chapter, American Red Cross
Number Of Years In Profession:
11
Number Of Years In Current Position:
9
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to being a fighter and enjoying challenges; she never walks away from them. She also owes her success to many of her superiors who have believed in her as well as her abilities.
Why did you become involved in your profession or industry?:
She became involved in her profession after seeking a new challenge outside the tourism sector that would allow her to grow, have a regular work schedule, plan an education schedule of the studies and trainings, and to be able to get involved with more people. This opportunity presented itself after she learned that the company she was employed with slowly, but surely, allowed her to spread her wings.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Jones is a dedicated, trustworthy individual, who is willing to go the extra mile. She is proud of the fact that she learns something new each day and imparts this knowledge to her colleagues.
Position Responsibilities and Duties:
Assisting the managing director with his calls; Screening visitors who would like to meet with him; Handling company cars in terms of insurance and maintenance; Managing the office; Addressing client and employee issues and complaints; Managing human resources for about 230 employees on the island; Hiring and dismissing employees; Filling in for the marketing manager; Assisting with media work
Education Certifications:
Certification in VWO, Colegio Arubano; Certified First Responder; Certified Independent Coach, Speaker and Trainer, John Maxwell Team
Awards/Honors:
Two-Time Nominee, Employee of the Month; Nominee, Employee of the Quarter
Where Will You Be In 5 Years:
In five years, Ms. Jones plans to build her success on the island and become a small-business consultant in human resources; she hopes to work as a coach, teacher and trainer.