Debra Smagula
About Debra Smagula
Debra Smagula is a Corporate Event and Meeting Planner at Emerson Process Management with extensive experience in administrative and sales roles across various industries.
Current Position at Emerson Process Management
Debra Smagula is currently employed at Emerson Process Management as a Corporate Event / Meeting Planner. In this role, she is responsible for organizing corporate events and meetings, ensuring that all logistical aspects are efficiently handled. She leverages her extensive experience to fulfill the varied and complex needs associated with event planning.
Previous Roles at Emerson Process Management
Before her current role, Debra worked at Emerson Process Management as a Marketing Administrator from 2005 to 2010, a tenure that spanned five years. During this period, she was in charge of various marketing activities, contributing significantly to the company's market presence and promotional strategies.
Career at Transtar Industries and CIGNA / Healthsource
Debra served as an Office Manager at Transtar Industries from 2000 to 2004. Prior to that, she worked at CIGNA / Healthsource for Seniors, initially as a Group and Individual Sales Administrator from 1996 to 1999, and later as a Field Sales Representative for seven months in 1999. These roles helped her build a diverse skill set and a robust understanding of office and sales management.
Early Career and Administrative Roles
Before joining CIGNA, Debra's early career included positions at Finard & Company as an Assistant Property Manager (1995-1996) and a brief period as a Commercial Property Manager. Additionally, she worked at Banc One New Hampshire Asset Management as an Administrative Assistant from 1989 to 1995, demonstrating her versatility and adaptability in various administrative responsibilities.
Education in Business and Court Reporting
Debra's educational background includes studies in Business Management at Park University from 2007 to 2010. She also attended Mount Washington College, focusing on Court Reporting/Stenography from 1986 to 1988. Furthermore, she completed her high school education at Frankfurt American High School from 1982 to 1984.
Skills and Expertise
Debra Smagula is proficient in a wide range of software, including MS Office Suite, Oracle, SharePoint, and AS400. She has expertise in travel planning, including international travel and visa arrangements. Additionally, she is skilled in budget preparation, reconciliation, and variance reporting, as well as maintaining organizational confidentiality and professional communications.