Amanda Allen

Amanda Allen has a diverse work history with experience in various industries. Amanda currently holds the position of Operations Administrative Assistant at NextDeavor Services, where they provide administrative support to management, including writing training content, tracking budgets, and optimizing workflow. Amanda also coordinates various events and schedules, conducts research, and gathers data for projects. Prior to this role, they worked as a Recruiter at NextDeavor Services, specializing in Finance, Business, Tech, and Creative positions.

Before joining NextDeavor Services, Amanda worked as a Resume Writer and Instructor at Palacios ATA Martial Arts. Amanda has over 25 years of martial arts experience and has been teaching junior-ranking students for about 15 years. At The Lovett Talent Group, they served as a Senior Recruiter, handling the entire recruitment process for technical and non-technical roles.

Amanda's earlier experience includes roles at GroupBy Inc., where they worked as a Technical Recruiter and later as an Office Manager and HR Coordinator. Amanda was responsible for implementing an applicant tracking system, managing office operations, and handling HR tasks such as onboarding, terminations, and employee relationships.

Prior to their time at GroupBy Inc., Amanda worked at Austin B-Cycle as an Office Manager and Manager of Customer Success. Amanda handled various administrative tasks, accounting, payroll, and customer service duties. Amanda also managed HR responsibilities and worked on improving company culture.

Additionally, Amanda has experience as a Studio Manager and Instructor at Palacios ATA Martial Arts, a Van Driver at Drive a Senior Volunteers in Motion, and an Assistant Manager at The Fresh Market. Amanda also served as a General Manager at Keba Spitfire Grill, where they managed a team, created training manuals, and implemented policies to reduce product loss.

Throughout their career, Amanda has demonstrated strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and a dedication to delivering exceptional results. Their background spans administrative support, recruitment, teaching, and management, showcasing their versatility and ability to adapt to various roles.

Amanda Allen completed their education in 2008-2009 at Samford University, where they studied Theatre. Following this, from 2009 to 2011, they attended Texas State University and earned a Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) degree in Theatre Design and Technology.