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Portia Dowell-Simmons has a diverse work experience spanning over several years. Their most recent position was as an Executive Assistant to the President/COO and Sr. VP of Sales and Operations at Glazer's Beer and Beverage, LLC, which they started in April 2019. Before that, they worked as an Office Administrator at Investar Financial from January 2014 to April 2019. Prior to that, Portia was the Owner of Withn The Ribbon LLC from September 2002 to December 2009. Portia also has experience as an Assistant Buyer at Michaels Arts from October 1999 to March 2006, a Catalog Inventory Analyst at JCPenney's from January 1999 to October 1999, and a Stationery Merchandise Coordinator at Neiman Marcus from May 1997 to December 1998.

Portia Dowell-Simmons completed their education in a chronological order as follows:

From 1992 to 1996, they attended American InterContinental University, where they pursued a degree in Fashion Marketing. Their field of study during this time was focused on Fashion Marketing/Event Planning.

In 2011, Portia enrolled in Collin College. Portia is currently still pursuing their degree in Hospitality, with a specific focus on Meeting and Event Planning. The end year for their education at Collins College is not provided, suggesting that they are still in the process of completing their degree.

Portia has also obtained additional certifications to enhance their professional skills. In March 2018, they earned the PACE certification from the American Society of Administrative Professionals. Furthermore, in October 2021, they completed the Diversity and Inclusion for HR certification offered by Cornell University.