Monique Peltz

About Me

words that describe me best Honest, creative, fun, happy, passionate, trustworthy, loyal.

my definition of success is Finding something you are passionate about and doing it for a living...and...having kids, dogs, cats and fish.

My Life So Far

I grew up in Los Angeles

as far as figuring out how my life goes, I am in pretty good shape

defining moments / milestones Graduating Magna Cum Laude from Cal State Northridge!

my travels have included Vietnam to see and learn about my mother's heritage. Europe (Paris, London, Italy - Rome, Venice, Florence, Cinque Terre, Germany, Switzerland, Holland, and Austria. Mexico. Michigan to visit family. And many different states to snowboard!

the speed my life moves at active

Work Experience

Station 26 : Special Events Intern

Jul '08 - now

YSN.com (Your Success Network) :

Jul '06 - now

Universal Music Group : Marketing Intern

Jun '05 - Sep '05

The Jean Shack : Asst. Manager & Sales

Jun '99 - Jun '06

Career

currently, you could best describe me as a corporate climber

about my career At this point in my career my goals are constantly evolving. I'm currently working on several exciting projects, events and marketing efforts to further the success of YSN.com.

My short term goal is to learn and contribute as much as possible

people who've had the biggest impact on me My Dad & Mom, of course, and my mentors - Jennifer and Josh

Skills

.Effective, organized multi-tasker who can meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced work environment , .Proficient in Mac and PC systems, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), .Quickly able to grasp new concepts and understand diverse, complex subject matter , .Excellent communicator with a courteous, engaging and upbeat professional demeanor, .Resourceful, team player with a record of building trusting relationships with clients & colleagues

Education

California State University, Northridge '02 - '06

Business Marketing; minor in Business Honors (Bachelor of Science)

Personal Details

favorite TV shows CNN (I watch a lot of shows and specials), Taboo, Heroes, Grey's Anatomy, Ugly Betty, Entourage, American Idol, and many more.

favorite music I love supporting Indie Bands, I also love main stream music: pop, hip-hop, alternative, and country.

favorite sports I love to snowboard! Would love to add Canada, Switzerland and France to my list of conquered destinations.

favorite books SECRETS of the YOUNG and SUCCESSFUL, Blink: The power of thinking without thinking

favorite magazines Women's Health, Self, US Weekly, People, Business Week, Time...

radio / podcasts / blogs I subscribe to Waste Time Wisely

indulgences / guilty pleasures Gossip magazines (great for finding outfit ideas), chips, cupcakes and pretty much anything sweet.

when I'm not working I enjoy Work out (kickboxing, yoga, spinning, hiking), spending time with family and friends, shopping, visiting amusement parks (especially Disneyland) and playing on the beach

other interests Ways to relax and unwind Shopping, watching movies and tv series, or exercising., Let loose Disneyland!!!!!! MagicMountain....I love a good tummy tickle :), Creative outlets I love fashion and paying attention to current styles and trends.

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Ruby Garduno said
on 9/3/2008

Hey Monique, glad i got to spend time with you ^.^
Your page looks great, come by the classroom again!

Adrienne Borgstrom said
on 9/3/2008

I can't believe it has taken me this long to add you! You've been officially added! Ya

Alem Mengesha said
on 9/3/2008

Whats Up, Monique??? Its me Alem, checking in to see if you all got there okay and to also thank you and the rest of the team for the encouraging words and for the support, Well don't you dare be a stranger ; ) take care and God Bless, AGM

Bob Cohen said
on 9/3/2008

Hey Monique,
Like the new pic... very professional!!!
Hope to see you all soon.
Bob
Chief Career Guru

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