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Microsoft Office Specialist Success Stories
 Andrea Webb:
Office Specialist training and certification caught the attention of Andrea Webb and quickly started her on the road to increased
pay, position, and knowledge at First Union National Bank.
Christine Ross:
When asked if Office Specialist certification changed her career, Christine Ross responded with an enthusiastic “Yes!” This
certification proved to be the tool needed to move her from an administrative assistant to the program position she
enjoys today.
Connie McLaughlin:
When the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation moved from Corel to Microsoft Office applications, there was a rush in the
office to get up to speed on the new applications’ features. Executive Assistant, Connie McLaughlin soon realized she,
too, had to brush up on her Office skills. Through Microsoft manuals and courses, Connie not only brushed up on her
skills, but also eventually became the first person in Montana to receive Master certification in Office 97 and
Office 2000!
Dana Craig:
After raising three children, Dana Craig decided it was time to return to the workforce. She quickly landed a job as a
receptionist for Sentar, a custom software development and research company.
David MacKneer:
David MacKneer pursued Office Specialist certification to become a more productive employee for Empire Medicare Services. As a
business analyst, David recognized the need to develop an Access database to effectively analyze and automate the
company’s monthly report. After receiving supervisor approval, David arranged for a Microsoft Access training course
at New Horizons Computer Learning Center.
David Wenkel:
With his bachelor’s degree in one hand and Microsoft certifications in the other, soon-to-be graduate David Wenkel is
prepared to enter the business world.
Linda Gregoire:
For Linda Gregoire, Office Specialist certification opened several windows of opportunity, including career advancement, a
substantial raise, and a bonus.
Lori Ruff:
Microsoft Office Specialist certification brings knowledge and a substantial raise to Lori Ruff, Operations and Training Coordinator for
Document Solutions of North Carolina (NC), an off-site administrative and business support service company.
Mark Turner:
Office Specialist certification gave Mark Turner the necessary computer software skills and confidence to be a successful MBA
student at Pepperdine University’s Graziadio School of Business, an achievement now granting him the freedom to pursue
the career of his dreams.
Steven Mell:
In many ways Steven Mell is like other kids his age, but when it comes to Office Specialist certification, he’s well beyond his
years. At just 11 years of age, Steven Mell is one of the youngest people ever to have achieved this certification.
Your Success
Have you experienced increased confidence, productivity, and job satisfaction because of certification? Has your certification led to a bonus, raise, or other job advancement? Has your organization benefitted by implementing certification programs? We want to hear about it! Please send us a brief description of your certification success using our application form. If selected, your story may appear on our Web site. Share your success today!
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