Victoria (Tori) Contreras
4900 E. 5th Street, Tucson AZ 85711
(928) 446-2337 | toricontreras13@gmail.com
EDUCATION
University of Arizona Tucson, Arizona
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Expected Graduation May 2019
Major: Accounting
Masters in Accounting Intended Expected Graduation May 2020
Sit for CPA Exam in early 2020
Honors: Deans List, University of Arizona Wildcat Excellence Scholarship, University of Arizona Yuma
hhhhhhhAlumni Club Scholarship, Roger D Thompson Memorial Scholarship
WORK EXPERIENCE
ActivSTARS Martial Arts Tucson, Arizona
Martial Arts Instructor August 2015 Present
Instructs 75+ students on defense techniques, martial arts training, and anti-bullying procedures
Maintain accurate books of class fees and up to $5,000 in merchandise
Serves as a mentor for students ages 4-40 in core values; such as, integrity, self-discipline, leadership, and confidence
Develop and facilitate a curriculum that exceeds ActivSTARS standards
Achieved the Highest Sales rewards after working for under a year
Department of Academic Success and Achievement Tucson, Arizona
Peer Mentor August 2017-Present
Provide emotional support and encouragement to struggling students by discussing goals and academic paths
Driving force in retention rate of 92% compared to the universitys overall 80%
Organize student involvement events following a strict budget
Yuma Payroll Plus Incorporated Yuma, Arizona
Presidents Assistant Summers 2012 - 2016
Provided assistance to the president by inputting data into QuickBooks
Trusted with confidential client information regarding finances
Oversaw the working components of an accounting office including financial statements to improve knowledge of
business operations
Community Service
Relay for Life Yuma, Arizona
Online Chair August 2016 Present
Design and maintain local website to attract traffic
Sustain social media accounts; such as, Facebook, Twitter, and SnapChat on a weekly basis
Communicate effectively with supervisor and other head chairs via email and Skype
Eller Leadership and Training for Excellence Program (ELITE) Tucson, Arizona
Member August 2015 May 2016
Selective Program for high-achieving pre-business, first year students entering the University of Arizona
Attended weekly meetings emphasizing teamwork, leadership, and professional development
Networked with business students, ELITE Alumni, university faculty, company recruiters, and corporate representatives
SKILLS, ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS
Community Service: Steele Childrens Research Center, Relay for Life
Activities: Self-image Social Media Building, Alumni/Major Mixer, Business Ethics, Sports and Leadership Lecture,
Millionaire Mile, How to talk to a Recruiter, Interview Skills, Club Fair, Shark Tank (Product, Marketing, Budget)
Interests: Martial Arts, Photography, Traveling