Ripley Entertainment
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DescriptionRipley Entertainment Inc. is an entertainment and edutainment holding company owned by the Jim Pattison Group of Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada. Headquarters: Florida Subsidiaries: Ripley's Believe It or Not!, Ripley's Haunted Adventure
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Ripley Entertainment Employees
GravMonkey Multimedia May 2014 - Present
Progress Builders, LLC September 2010 - Present
Douglas Development May 2013 - August 2014
Ripley Entertainment April 2009 - September 2010
Premier Resorts April 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Digital Photography, Commercial Photography, Videography, Aerial Cinematography, Portrait Photography, Travel Photography, Media Production, Photoshop, Office Management, Event Planning, Contract Management, Travel Arrangements, Customer Service, Executive..., Data Entry, Project Coordination, Microsoft Office, Client Liaison, Document Management, Sage Timberline Office, Technical Support, Student Housing, Notary Public, Pay Applications, Event Management, Outlook, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Inventory Management, Real Estate Development
Education
North Greenville University
Liberal Arts
Horry-Georgetown Technical College
Business Administration and Management, General
Ripley Entertainment August 2013 - Present
Christie Coyle Design September 2008 - Present
Team Pouncey Foundation April 2012 - January 2013
J.J.Varab, Inc. October 2009 - April 2011
ODS Information Technology Services August 2010 - January 2011
Magma Corps (Movie Trailer) March 2009 - June 2009
Star Trek: New Voyages Phase II; Kitumba (Freelance) April 2009 - May 2009
Defying Gravity (Music Video) September 2008 - December 2008
Basic Matrix,LLC May 2006 - December 2007
Skills
Animation, Maya, 3D animation, Compositing, Texturing, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, Vector Illustration, Web Interface Design, Wordpress, After Effects, Computer Animation, 3D, Character Animation, Visual Effects, Multimedia, Logo Design, WordPress, Photoshop, Nuke, Lighting, Graphics, Lightwave, 3D Modeling, Storyboarding, Rigging, Traditional Animation, Illustrator, Texture Painting, Rendering, Illustration, 3D graphics, Web Design, Texture Artist, Color Correction, PFTrack, Art, Digital Compositing, Rotoscoping, Video, Matte Painting, Film, Premiere, Zbrush, Art Direction, Digital Illustration, Concept Design, Digital Painting, Digital Art, Layout
Education
DAVE School 2008 — 2008
Associates of Digital Animation and Visual Effects, Digital Animation and Visual Effects
Bossier Community College 2006 — 2006
A.S. Web Development and UI Design, course work, Web Development/Interface Design
Louisiana Tech University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts, graphic design, traditional art, art history
Redemption Counseling August 2015 - Present
Kitchen Magic of the Lowcountry May 2015 - August 2015
Ripley Entertainment June 2014 - August 2014
Clemson University May 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Nonprofits, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, French, Customer Service, Creative Solutions, Foreign Languages, Charity Marketing, Sales Presentations, French to English, Direct Marketing, Sales Operations, Advertising, Customer Satisfaction, Event Management, Public Relations, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Product Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sales Management, Foreign Relations, Globalization, Business Strategy, Social Media, Management, Market Planning, Event Planning, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, E-commerce, Social Networking, Strategy, Digital Media, Facebook, Retail, Direct Sales, Digital Marketing, Customer Acquisition, Crowdfunding
Education
Clemson University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Marketing and International Trade, Junior
Université de Caen Basse Normandie 2014 — 2014
Baccalauréat, French, B1+
Ripley Entertainment October 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment Ripley's Believe It or Not & Aquariums November 2013 - October 2014
University of Florida February 2012 - July 2013
Feather & Form September 2009 - December 2011
Health First September 2007 - May 2011
Self-Employed 2008 - 2011
Skills
Java, C#, Social Media, Photoshop, C, C++, Video Production, Linux, Social Media Marketing, Visual Identity, Teamwork, After Effects, Visual Effects, Blogging, HTML, JavaScript, HTML 5, CSS, XML, Facebook, VirtualBox, WordPress, Web Design, Web Development, Microsoft Visual Studio, Marketing, Online Advertising, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, NetBeans, Digital Marketing, Social Networking, Node.js
Education
University of Florida 2011 — 2013
Computer Science
West Virginia Department of Education October 2014 - Present
The Goddard School December 2010 - March 2011
Ripley Entertainment 2009 - 2010
Bright Futures Learning, Inc. 2009 - 2010
Kellogg Elementary School August 2009 - December 2009
Sprint 2008 - 2009
Classic Jewelry and Loan 2003 - 2008
Skills
Training, Time Management, Teaching, Research, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Advertising, Tutoring, Analysis, Classroom, Lesson Planning, Elementary Education, Selling, Testing, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Public Speaking
Education
Marshall University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Ripley Entertainment December 2014 - Present
Scribe Inc. April 2012 - December 2014
Scribe Inc. July 2011 - April 2012
Rollins College January 2011 - June 2011
Simon and Schuster September 2010 - December 2010
Rollins College December 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Publishing, Books, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Editorial, Photoshop, Photography, HTML, Ebooks, Microsoft Word, Facebook, Content Management, Social Media, Social Networking
Education
Rollins College 2009 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, English
Broward College 2007 — 2009
Associate of Arts Degree
InterDyn BMI December 2014 - Present
L&J Accessories November 2013 - December 2014
iStorage August 2013 - November 2013
Ripley Entertainment April 2010 - August 2013
FAS Windows & Doors April 2009 - April 2010
Master Construction Products, Inc April 2006 - October 2008
Production Resource Group, LLC January 1998 - April 2006
Vistana Resorts January 1997 - January 1998
Embassy Suites Resort January 1992 - January 1997
Skills
Great Plains Software, Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, Forecasting, QuickBooks, Financial Analysis, Budgets, Financial Statements, Journal Entries, Consolidation, Cash Management, Financial Audits, Leadership, Outlook, Bank Reconciliation, Auditing, Process Improvement, Human Resources, Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Management, Business Analysis, Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, GAAP, Microsoft Dynamics GP
Education
Illinois State University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Housing and Environmental Design
Uber Technologies March 2014 - Present
Cartier & Cartier CPA January 2013 - August 2013
Burns Entertainment & Sports Marketing August 2012 - December 2012
Stephen C. O'Connell Center January 2012 - April 2012
Jimmy John's June 2009 - January 2012
Tampa Bay Buccaneers May 2011 - December 2011
Ripley Entertainment June 2005 - June 2009
Skills
Marketing, Sports Management, Corporate Sales..., Sports Marketing, Operations Management, Business Development, Sports, Event Management
Education
University of Florida 2008 — 2012
BSBA: Marketing - BS: Sports Management
Pedro Menendez High School 2004 — 2008
High School Diploma
Ripley Entertainment June 2011 - Present
Ripley Entertainment August 2006 - June 2011
Pennington and Associates October 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Animal Husbandry, Marine Biology, Scuba Diving, Aquatic Ecology, Fish, Wildlife, Aquariums, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Plumbing, Supervisory Experience, Records Management, Aquaculture, Sales, Zoology, Marine Conservation, Environmental Science, Scientific Writing, Sustainability, Fisheries, Aquatic Medicine, Animal Nutrition, Animal Acquisitions, Water Quality Analysis, Troubleshooting, Research, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Water Quality, Ecology, Biology, Environmental Education, Animal Behavior, Animal Welfare, Field Work, Science, Conservation Issues, Animal Transportation, Advanced SCUBA Diver, Charts, Small Boat Operations, Fishing, CDL Class A, RFP Generation
Education
Tennessee Technological University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Biology
University of Southern Mississippi 2005 — 2005
Summer Field Program, Oceanography and Elasmobranch Biology
Putnam County IT May 2015 - Present
Dacco/Transtar Inc. May 2012 - October 2014
Sevier County Public Library System 2012 - 2012
Ripley Entertainment June 2009 - August 2011
FedEx Express July 2007 - May 2009
FedEx Express February 2002 - July 2007
White County Sheriff's Department December 2000 - November 2001
TennPuter Services March 2000 - December 2000
Skills
CompTIA A+ Certification, CompTIA Network+..., HDI Desktop Support..., Performance Management, Computer Technology, Computer Network..., Microsoft Office, Windows Media Server, Network Topology, Server Management, Project Delivery, Desktop Computers, Software Installation, Break Fix, Computer Repair, NAS, Blackberry Enterprise..., Active Directory, Windows 7, Network Administration, Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, A Certified, Windows Server, XP, System Administration, Servers, Help Desk Support, VMware, Laptops, CompTIA, Printers, Routers, DHCP, Microsoft Exchange, VPN, Windows XP Pro, TCP/IP, DNS, Server Administration, Wireless Networking, Technical Support, LAN-WAN, Office 2010, Blackberry, Operating Systems, Hardware Support, Dell PowerEdge Servers, VMware ESX, Cabling
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Knoxville
Computer Network Systems, Computer Network Systems
Tennessee Technological University
Management Information Systems
Full Sail University 2015 - 2015
Ripley Entertainment July 2013 - September 2014
Quantum Leap Advertising January 2013 - March 2013
OCA Marketing Services, LLC March 2012 - January 2013
Yellow Pages Inc. March 2006 - March 2012
Hope for Help September 2003 - June 2004
Skills
MS Office Suite, Internet, Advertising, SEM, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Management, Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Account Management, Social Media, Facebook, Mobile Marketing, E-commerce, Online Marketing
Education
University of Central Florida 2000 — 2004
Bachelors, Major Liberal Studies. Minor Studio Art
Ripley Entertainment September 2013 - November 2014
Kony Solutions, Inc January 2012 - January 2013
Staffing Resource Group, Inc September 2011 - January 2012
Voxeo Corporation February 2008 - July 2011
Technisource, Inc December 2006 - February 2008
Threshold Placement Services, Inc March 2004 - September 2006
Kforce Professional Staffing Tampa April 2000 - January 2004
Skills
Technical Recruiting, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, HR Policies, Compensation & Benefit, Talent Acquisition, Information Technology, Talent Management, Benefits Negotiation, Negotiation, International, Mergers, Acquisitions, Onboarding, Recruiting, Sourcing, Screening, Internet Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Interviews, Personnel Management, Vendor Management, Leadership, Screening Resumes, Temporary Placement, Team Building, Contract Recruitment, Hiring, Management, Training, Mergers & Acquisitions, Staffing Services, Employee Benefits, College Recruiting, Payroll, Account Management, Networking, Executive Search, Workforce Planning, Career Development, Cold Calling, Deferred Compensation, IT Recruitment, Staff Augmentation, CRM, Temporary Staffing, Permanent Placement, Job Fairs, Employer Branding
Education
University of Phoenix 2013 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Psychology
Gatlinburg Falls December 2014 - Present
MasterCorp, Inc. February 2014 - October 2014
Ripley Entertainment March 2012 - February 2014
Wyndham Vacation Ownership September 2011 - March 2012
Old Navy May 2011 - March 2012
Levi Strauss & Co. June 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Visual Merchandising, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Merchandising, Social Networking, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Inventory Management, Hospitality, Budgets, Team Building
Education
Post University 2015 — 2019
Bachelors, Psychology
Manpower February 2015 - Present
Community Service Volunteer August 2003 - Present
Kelly Services, Inc. November 2014 - December 2014
Ripley Entertainment May 2014 - November 2014
OneBlood, Inc. / Florida's Blood Centers November 2012 - January 2014
Florida's Blood Centers (FBC) December 2006 - November 2012
Interlink Technology Services, Inc. October 2003 - October 2006
Walt Disney World September 2003 - December 2004
Renal Care Group October 1999 - August 2003
Express Employment Professionals (Scully Services Corporation) September 1997 - June 1999
Skills
Human Resources, Management, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Recruiting, Transition Planning, Outplacement, Coaching, Public Speaking, Workshop Facilitation, Training, Curriculum Design, Coordinating Events, Interviews, Healthcare, Talent Management, Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Leadership Development, Job Fairs, Technical Recruiting, Team Building, Employee Benefits, Organizational..., Sourcing, New Hire Orientations, Personnel Management, Workforce Planning, Job Descriptions, Resume Writing, PeopleSoft, Screening Resumes, Communication
Education
AIRS Training & Technology
Certified Social Sourcing Recruiter (CSSR)
Human Resources Certification Institute (HRCI.org)
Professional Human Resources Certification (PHR)
Capella University
Master of Science (M.S.), Training & Development
University of Maryland (Germany)
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Development Dimension International (DDI)
Target Select / Behavorial Interviewing Certification
National Veterans Training Institute / University of Colorado in Denver
Transition Assistance / Outplacement Services Certification
Ripley Entertainment August 2012 - Present
Skills
Active Directory, Windows Server, Windows 7, Windows XP, System Administration, Network Administration, Servers, VMware, Computer Hardware, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Exchange, Help Desk Support, Technical Support, Windows, Operating Systems, VPN
Education
East Tennessee State University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Information Technology
Ripley Entertainment Tour Guide/ Administrative AssistantIntrepid Sea, Air & Space MuseumMay 2013 - Present
College Humor July 2012 - Present
Funny or Die May 2012 - Present
Symphony Space October 2012 - April 2013
CHARGED.fm May 2010 - August 2011
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Texas Dept of Health & Human Services Commission February 2012 - Present
Ripley Entertainment February 2001 - February 2012
Bassett Furniture Direct November 1999 - February 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Employee Training, Hospitality, Management, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Team Leadership, Troubleshooting, System Administration, Strategic Planning, Windows, Project Management, Social Media, Event Planning, Outlook, Sales, Budgets
Education
The University of Texas at San Antonio 2004 — 2011
BBA, Business Management
Ripley Entertainment August 1999 - Present
Skills
Aquaculture, Aquatic Ecology, Marine Biology, Animal Husbandry, Scuba Diving, Ecology, Fish, Environmental Education, Conservation Issues, Animal Behavior
Education
Duke University Marine Lab
Miami University
Bachelor of Science (BS)& BA, Zoology/Animal Biology
iHeartMedia January 2014 - Present
PHH Mortgage January 2013 - July 2015
Jacksonville Jaguars May 2014 - December 2014
WFCF 88.5 Flagler College Radio April 2013 - September 2013
Coggin Honda of St. Augustine May 2012 - February 2013
Ripley Entertainment February 2012 - January 2013
Santiago Cavanagh Flagler College Head Golf Coach July 2012 - July 2012
Flagler Hospital Cancer Center February 2012 - May 2012
Flagler College Communication Department December 2011 - April 2012
WFCF 88.5 Flagler College Radio January 2010 - April 2012
Skills
Final Cut Pro 7, DVD Studio Pro, Apple Compressor, Saw32, LiveType, Sound design field mixer, JVC GY-HM750U, Sony Z1U, EX1, EX3, PD170, Canon Rebel XT, Newtek Tricaster 300, Broadcast Audio Consult, HTML, Windows and Apple OSX..., Microsoft Office..., Radio Host, Social Media, OS X, Final Cut Pro, Sony Camcorders, Microsoft Office, Photography, Video Production, Audacity, Event Planning, WordPress, Digital Photography, Television, Photoshop, Final Cut Express, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Blogging, Video Editing, Video, Radio, Online Marketing, Broadcast, Newsletters, Press Releases, Public Relations, Facebook, Videography, YouTube, Graphic Design, Entertainment, Speech Writing, InDesign
Education
Flagler College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication
Nease High School 2004 — 2008
Ripley Entertainment April 2012 - Present
Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Leadership, Data Entry, Photoshop, Administrative..., 10 Key, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Management, Payroll, Retail Sales, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, PowerPoint, Photography, Digital Photography, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Supervisory Skills, Telephone Skills, Sales
Education
Wings Healthcare Training 2006 — 2007
CNA/CMA
Oklahoma State University
High School Diploma
DoDEA November 2013 - Present
Ripley Entertainment April 2011 - April 2013
Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Higher Education, Data Entry, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Skills
Education
Coastal Carolina University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marine Sciences
Saint Leo University August 2014 - Present
Everglades University June 2013 - August 2014
Ripley Entertainment January 2013 - May 2013
InfoArmy May 2012 - January 2013
The Rosenthal Law Firm, P.A. September 2008 - November 2012
Pinnacle Financial Services LLC / Bank Owned Services May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Online Research, Library, Library Science, Collection Development, Archives, Research, Library Research, Information Retrieval, Taxonomy, Library Management, Information Literacy, Library Instruction, Competitive Intelligence, Social Media, Content Management, Virtual Reference, Information Analysis, Bibliographic..., Community Outreach, Academic Libraries, Library Reference, Factiva, EBSCO, LibGuides, Libraries, Information Organization, Classification, Information Management, Library 2.0, Facebook, Librarians, Public Services, Subject Guide..., Reference Interviews, Database and Internet..., Distance Learning, Learning video creation, E-Learning, Electronic Resources, Higher Education, Blogging, Digital Libraries, Microsoft Office, Social Networking
Education
San Jose State University 2011 — 2013
Master's Degree, Library and Information Science, 3.9 GPA
Rollins College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's Degree, Anthropology, 3.6 GPA
Spoonwood Brewery February 2015 - Present
Jeff's Dog Walking and Sitter Service July 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment May 2007 - September 2011
Skills
Hospitality, Entertainment, Event Planning
Education
Golf Academy of America-Myrtle Beach 2001 — 2002
Golf, Golf Course Operation and Grounds Management
Lakeway Regional Hospital August 2013 - Present
Ripley Entertainment September 2009 - August 2013
Skills
Hospitality, Team Building, Progressive Discipline, Event Planning, Leadership, Customer Service, Affirmative Action, EEOC, SHRM, Event Management, Safety, Payroll, Employee Benefits, Workers Compensation, Recruiting, Training, New Hire Orientations, Drug Testing, OSHA Certified, Employee Handbooks, Employee Relations, Reports, Human Capital Stratagist, FMLA, Policy
Education
King College 2013 — 2015
Human Resourses
Tusculum College 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Organizational Management
Monterey Bay Aquarium May 1980 - Present
Ripley Entertainment 1994 - 2000
Monterey Bay Aquarium 1980 - 1998
Two Ocean Aquarium 1991 - 1994
South Carolina Aquarium 1990 - 1994
uShaka Marine Park 1990 - 1993
California Academy of Sciences 1962 - 1965
Skills
Exhibit Design, Museums, Scuba Diving, Marine Biology, Art Exhibitions, Professional Mentoring, Aquatic Ecology, Wildlife, Animal Husbandry, Museum Education, Environmental Education, Conservation Issues, Marine Conservation, Fisheries, Fish, Aquaculture, Ecology, Field Work, Natural History, Biodiversity, Biology, Zoology
Education
UCLA 1948 — 1956
Master's degree, Marine Biology
DeRoyal April 2014 - Present
DeRoyal August 2013 - April 2014
Target December 2012 - August 2013
Ripley Entertainment June 2011 - December 2012
Ripleys Entertainment April 2003 - September 2012
Ripley Entertainment April 2003 - June 2011
Ripley Entertainment January 2001 - April 2003
The Florida Aquarium September 1998 - December 1999
Skills
PMP, Project Management, Project Planning, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Budget Process, Capital Budgeting, Financial Analysis, Department Budgeting, Business Process..., Final Cut Pro, Problem Solving, Budgets, Sales
Education
Project Management Institute 2012 — 2012
Project Management Professional (PMP)
University of Tennessee-Knoxville - College of Business Administration 2009 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business/Commerce, General
University of South Florida 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Biology
Lake Winnepesaukah Amusement Park February 2007 - Present
Walt Disney World August 2006 - January 2007
Ripley Entertainment February 2006 - August 2006
Canobie Lake Park May 1996 - January 2006
Skills
Theme Parks, Retail, Event Planning, Event Management, Entertainment, Hospitality, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Team Building, Budgets, Merchandising, Guest Service Management, Marketing, Sales, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Trade Shows, Public Relations, Social Networking, Training
Education
Curry College 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts, Communications
University of Phoenix
Phillips Entertainment, Inc. August 2001 - Present
Ripley Entertainment 1998 - 1999
Skills
Tourism, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Leadership, Revenue Analysis, Destination Marketing, Entertainment, Luxury, Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Sales, Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Service, Trade Shows, Leisure
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 1988 — 1994
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
College of William and Mary June 2014 - Present
National Science Foundation GK-12 PERFECT Partnership April 2011 - June 2014
York County School Division August 2008 - June 2014
College of William and Mary Committee On Sustainability August 2013 - May 2014
Ripley Entertainment 2006 - 2007
Ripley Entertainment 2005 - 2007
Ripley Entertainment 2004 - 2006
Skills
Teaching, Microsoft Office, Photography, Environmental Education
Education
The College of William and Mary 2007 — 2008
Master of Arts in Education, Secondary Science Education
Coastal Carolina University 2006 — 2007
Marine Science
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Natural Resources
Aprovecho Sustainability Education Center 2002 — 2002
Internship, Sustainability
Full Sail University July 2012 - Present
Thinking Made Visible December 2009 - Present
Ripley Entertainment December 2011 - July 2012
Two Think March 2007 - December 2009
University of Central Florida August 2006 - May 2007
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt January 2006 - August 2006
Red Bull Build 2006 - 2006
Skills
E-commerce, Web Design, Web Development, Web Analytics, Web Project Management, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Teaching, SEO, HTML 5, CSS, WordPress, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, Usability, Social Media, Photoshop, Illustrator, Creative Direction
Education
University of Central Florida 2006 — 2008
Masters, Film and Digital Media
University of Central Florida 2002 — 2006
BA, Digital Media: Internet and Interactive Media
Ripley Entertainment May 2014 - Present
Horry-Georgetown Technical College Continuing Education 2011 - December 2014
Charlotte Museum of History January 2009 - May 2009
UNC Charlotte August 2007 - May 2009
Chapin Memorial Library May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
History, American History, Museum Collections, Museums, Historic Preservation, Historical Research, Education, Public Relations, Creative Thinking, Proofreading, Higher Education, 18th Century, American Revolution, Writing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, PastPerfect, Military History, European History, Creative Writing, Report Writing, University Teaching, Logical Thinker
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2007 — 2010
Master of Arts (MA), Public/Applied History
Converse College 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History
Pratt MWP Work Study September 2013 - Present
Ripley Entertainment May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Fine Art, Painting, Drawing, Photography, Art, Image Editing, Art Direction, Illustration, Museums, Mac, Illustrator, Digital Illustration, Graphic Design, Art Education, Creative Direction, Graphics, Ceramic Sculpture, Ceramic Processing, Metalsmithing, 3D sculpting, Art Criticism
Education
Pratt Institute 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fine/Studio Arts, General, 3.0
Pratt Institute 2012 — 2013
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Freelance May 2014 - Present
Drexel University September 2012 - June 2014
Drexel University August 2011 - June 2014
Ripley Entertainment March 2011 - January 2013
Big Sky Editorial July 2010 - October 2010
Philadelphia City Paper 2007 - 2007
Skills
After Effects, Avid Media Composer, Final Cut Pro, Avid Editor, Photoshop, Web Design, Avid, Editing, Illustrator, Social Media Marketing, Video Production, Video Editing, Video, Digital Media, Editorial, Creative Writing, Television, Event Planning, Press Releases, Facebook, Social Networking, Social Media, Blogging, Film Production, Film, Event Management, Copywriting, Public Relations
Education
Drexel University 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Drexel University 2011 — 2014
Masters of Science, Television Management
Villanova University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Gay Dolphin Gift Cove May 2012 - Present
Carolina Media Services July 2011 - Present
Sun Printing, Inc. February 2011 - November 2012
South Carolina State Housing Finance and Development Authority July 2010 - February 2011
The Times and Democrat October 2009 - July 2010
South Carolina Press Association March 2005 - June 2009
S.C. Press Association 2005 - 2009
Brookgreen Gardens 2004 - 2005
Ripley Entertainment 2002 - 2003
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, Database Design, Social Media, Marketing, Advertising, Facebook, WordPress, Program Management, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
Coastal Carolina University 2000 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Business - Finance
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1998 — 2000
Media Arts
Ripley Entertainment September 2014 - Present
Billabong March 2013 - June 2014
Billabong October 2008 - March 2013
Quiet Flight June 2002 - October 2008
Skills
Point of Sale, Payments, EMV, PCI DSS, Information Technology, Windows 7, Networking, Computer Hardware, Software Installation, Antivirus, Help Desk Support, Trovato, POS, Printers, System Administration, VPN, Windows XP, Laptops, Network Administration, Server Administration, Hardware, Active Directory, Windows Server, Fiber Optics, Retail
Education
University of Central Florida 2004 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Information Technology
US Army January 2009 - Present
Target August 2008 - December 2008
Ripley Entertainment July 2007 - December 2008
Skills
Leadership, Instruction, Critical Thinking, Adaptability, Empathy, Resilience, Close Attention to..., Combat, Military Operations, Military Training
Education
Excelsior College
Ripley Entertainment July 2009 - Present
ABCDJ Services 2007 - Present
Ripley Entertainment April 2004 - July 2009
Ripley Entertainment December 2000 - April 2004
Skills
Green Technology, Management, Aquariums, Life Support, Lighting, Water Quality, Construction, Tourism, DJ, Energy Conservation, Hospitality, Guitar, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Leadership, Human Resources, Recruiting, Inventory Management, Training, Facilities Management, Team Building
Education
Carson-Newman College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management
Imperial College of London
Ripley Entertainment September 2013 - Present
I'm looking for work July 2013 - September 2013
The Hartshorn Group December 2011 - July 2013
Olympus Power, LLC 2012 - 2013
City of Raleigh January 2010 - September 2011
Tryon Palace July 2007 - November 2008
Injoy Stewardship Services, Inc August 2000 - June 2007
Skills
Highly Organized &..., Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, ADP Payroll, Administrative..., Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Internet Explorer, Outlook, Lotus Notes, Oracle, PeopleSoft, QuickBooks
Education
Oklahoma Wesleyan University 1978 — 1979
Work in progress, Business Administration and Management, General
Proctor R. Hug High School, Reno, NV 1976 — 1978
High School Diploma, General Studies
WonderWorks Attraction November 2010 - Present
Terry Evanswood November 2010 - Present
Costa Crociere November 2013 - Present
The Magic of Jessica Jane August 2004 - Present
Ripley Entertainment April 2013 - 2014
Sweet Fanny Adams Theatre January 2013 - 2014
Flic Flac Circus November 2012 - January 2013
Belmont: A Special Kind of Magic June 2003 - September 2010
World of Wonders Circus Sideshow June 2007 - March 2008
Clementon Park & Splash World 2006 - 2007
Skills
Magicians, Entertainment, Illusion, Fire Eating, Public Speaking, Circus, Acting, Performing Arts, Theatre, Musical Theatre, Vaudeville, Dance, Tourism, Hospitality Management, Media & Entertainment, Stage, Sideshow, Carnival, Festivals, Trade Shows, Fire Breathing, Stage Make-up, Stage Combat, Marketing, Theatre History, Theatrical Production, Physical Comedy, Balloon Artist, Voiceovers, Emcee, Modeling, Piloting
Education
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey
Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
Universal Orlando Resort April 2015 - Present
Ripley Entertainment January 2014 - April 2015
Ripley Entertainment January 2007 - January 2014
Skills
Concept Design, Exhibit Design, Art Direction, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Theme Parks, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Photoshop, Logo Design, Entertainment, Museums, Art, SketchUp, Set Design, Photography, Concept Development, Graphics, Interior Design, Digital Illustration, Rendering, After Effects, Animation, InDesign, Video, Storyboarding, Model Making, Vector Illustration, Film, 3D visualization, Premiere, Visual Communication, Digital Painting, 3D, Brochures, Typography, Branding & Identity, Illustration, Special Effects, Drawing, Layout, Mac, Theming, Corporate Identity
Education
University of Central Florida 2004 — 2006
Art & Animation
Valencia College 2003 — 2004
Associate's Degree, Fine/Studio Arts, General
Ripley Entertainment July 2014 - Present
JAM Editorial, Marketing, and Consulting LLC 2012 - Present
Cavendish Square Publishing April 2013 - July 2014
WWE 2005 - 2012
Sports Publishing LLC 2004 - 2005
Human Kinetics 2002 - 2004
Pearson Technology Group 1992 - 2002
Skills
Product Development, Strategic Planning, Publishing, Writing, Books, Editing, Project Management, Copy Editing, Management, Marketing, Social Media, Television, Entertainment, Leadership, Public Speaking, Technical Writing, Editorial, New Media, Digital Media, Sports, Social Media Marketing, Creative Direction, Content Strategy, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Video Production, Social Networking, Content Management, Video, Advertising, Content Development, Copywriting, Blogging, Broadcast, Digital Strategy, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Magazines, Radio, Press Releases, Media Relations, Storytelling
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1991 — 1992
MIT 1987 — 1991
SB, Expository Writing and Biology
Ripley Entertainment August 2012 - Present
Bonnier Corporation January 2009 - August 2012
Island One Resorts 2007 - 2008
Scholastic Book Fairs 2006 - 2007
Skills
Magazines, Graphic Design, InDesign, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Mac, Photoshop, Logo Design, Dreamweaver, Layout, Email Marketing, Wordpress, Advertising, Illustrator, Web Design
Education
University of Central Florida 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
Foundation Partners Group January 2013 - Present
Ripley Entertainment 2008 - December 2012
Metavante April 2007 - December 2007
Alliance Systems February 2005 - April 2007
Orametrix November 2002 - December 2004
eMerge Interactive August 1998 - August 2002
Skills
Program Management, Software Project..., Turnaround Experience, POS, ERP Implementations, Startup Development, Management Consulting, Mobile Applications, Online Social Networking, E-commerce, Web Project Management, Content Management, CIO Advisory Services, IPO, Technical Operations, Outsourcing, Online Markteting, Strategic Planning, Network Design, Storage Solutions, Virtualization, Programming, PMI Trained, PCI Standards, Iso 9000, enter, Manufacturing, Commercial Banking, Visitor Attractions, Healthcare, FDA, Board of Director..., Database Design, Six Sigma, Customer Service, IT Infrastructure..., ERP, Strategy, Product Development, Start-ups, Management, SharePoint, Leadership, Enterprise Software, Information Technology, Project Management, CRM, Analytics, Software Development, Online Marketing
Education
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School 2009 — 2009
Exec Education, Attractions Industry
University of Southern California 1990 — 1991
MBA, Operations, Finance
Marquette University 1982 — 1986
Bachelors of Science, Computer Science
Ripley Entertainment November 2014 - Present
VegaWire Media 2011 - Present
Cavendish Square Publishing November 2013 - October 2014
PLS 3rd Learning August 2012 - October 2013
The Martin Group December 2010 - August 2012
Foundry9 July 2008 - August 2012
Capital Systems, Inc July 2002 - February 2010
Skills
Editing, Advertising, Social Media, Proofreading, QuarkXPress, Digital Media, Creative Direction, Copywriting, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Copy Editing, New Media, Content Strategy, SEO, Content Management, Email Marketing, Creative Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Digital Marketing, Direct Mail, Content Development, Direct Marketing, Brand Development
Education
Wilkes University 2013 — 2014
Master of Science in Education (M.S.Ed.) With Distinction, Online Teaching and Instructional Design, 4.0 / 4.0
State University of New York College at Buffalo 1985 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), English Secondary Education, with a Minor in English
Attraction Support Services March 2013 - Present
Ripley Entertainment September 2001 - February 2013
Leisure Bay Ind 1987 - 1999
Skills
Recruiting, FMLA, Employee Benefits, Budgets, Human Resources, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Applicant Tracking..., Onboarding, Hospitality, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, Talent Management, HRIS, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, EEOC, Coaching, Team Building, Management, Event Management, Training, Compensation & Benefit, Payroll, Employee Training, Labor Relations, New Hire Orientations, Employee Handbooks, Hiring, HR Policies, Job Descriptions, Succession Planning, COBRA, Employment Law, Employer Branding, Interviews, Personnel Management, Strategic HR, HR Consulting, Temporary Placement, Career Development, College Recruiting, Organizational..., Affirmative Action, Organizational...
Education
Henry Ford Community College 1976 — 1979
University of Central Florida
Human Resource Management Certification, HR
Tennessee Hospitality Association January 2012 - Present
Managing Partner at The Inn On The River, Partner LundyThomas & Marketing For Ripley's Attractions June 2010 - Present
The Inn On The River 2010 - Present
LUNDY THOMAS and PINPOINT HD MEDIA September 2007 - Present
University of Tennessee Hospitality & Tourism Management Advisory Board January 2005 - Present
Pigeon Forge Hospitality Association January 2012 - January 2013
Gatlinburg Fine Arts Festival 2003 - December 2010
Tennessee Hospitality Association 1998 - 2010
The Inn At Christmas Place 2006 - 2008
Ripley Entertainment 2000 - 2006
Skills
Tourism, Hospitality, Marketing, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Hospitality Industry, Online Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, Management, Team Building, Marketing Communications, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Event Planning, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Leadership, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Trade Shows, Social Media, Customer Satisfaction, Social Networking, Market Planning, Marketing Management, Direct Marketing, Sponsorship, Brand Development, Lead Generation, Integrated Marketing, Media Relations, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Brand Management, B2B, Small Business, Fundraising, Press Releases, SEM, Marketing Research, Media Planning, Facebook, Mobile Marketing, Brand Awareness, Advertising Sales
Education
University of Florida 1970 — 1975
Bachelors, Management
University of Florida 1970 — 1975
BS Degree in Management, Management & Marketing
Ripley Entertainment January 2014 - Present
Lighten Lens Productions July 2010 - Present
VIMBY, Llc 2011 - 2014
Connecticut School of Broadcasting December 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Film Production, Video Editing, Post Production, Film, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Video, Television, Commercials, Avid, Camera Operation, Music Videos, Short Films, Documentaries, Lighting, Adobe Creative Suite, After Effects, Premiere, Photoshop, Director of Photography, Independent Film, Action Sports
Education
Rollins College 2004 — 2008
Critical Media Studies Major Film Minor, Film/Cinema/Video Studies
Choate Rosemary Hall 2000 — 2004
Greensboro Science Center August 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment January 2010 - July 2014
Ripleys Aquarium Myrte Beach March 1998 - July 2008
Skills
Wildlife, Animal Husbandry, Fish, Marine Biology, Scuba Diving, Aquatic Ecology, Ecology, Aquaculture, Water Quality, Conservation Issues, Biology, Field Work, Zoology, Marine Conservation, Science, Animal Work, Animal Behavior, Animal Welfare, Aquariums
Education
Coastal Carolina University 2005 — 2008
M.S., Coastal marine and wetland studies
Virgina Tech 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), FIsheries Science
Virginia Tech 1989 — 1995
B.S., Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Ripley Entertainment July 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment 2001 - July 2014
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Advertising, Customer Service, Entertainment, Sales, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Social Networking, Direct Marketing, Tourism, Press Releases, Online Marketing, Trade Shows, Blogging, Online Advertising, Facebook, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Hospitality, Media Relations, Digital Media, Google Analytics, Photography, Web Analytics, WordPress, New Media, Budgets, Corporate Events, Retail, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Office, Television, Copy Editing, Mobile Marketing, Editing, Google Adwords
Education
Coastal Carolina University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marine Sciences
OpenText December 2012 - Present
Quest For Stardom LLC March 2012 - Present
Walt Disney World 2000 - May 2015
North Plains, LLC April 2010 - December 2012
Ripley Entertainment December 2009 - April 2010
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt July 2003 - January 2010
Hearst Magazines 2000 - 2001
Hello, Dolly! and Radio City Music Hall April 1983 - 1998
United Media 1984 - 1985
Skills
Digital Asset Management, Screenwriting, Film, Stage, Animation, Production, Acting, Theatre, Script, Short Films, 3D, 3D animation, Comedy, Music, Commercials, Plays, Final Draft, Scripting, Video, Adobe Creative Suite, Computer Animation, Integration, OS X, CMS, Post Production, Entertainment, Publishing, Management, Leadership, Multimedia, Mac, Video Production, Production Managment, Content Management, Project Management
Education
University of Arizona 1976 — 1980
BFA, Musical Theatre
Ripley Entertainment August 2012 - Present
Ripley Entertainment August 2011 - August 2012
Florida State University July 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Social Media, SharePoint, Wordpress, Adobe Creative Suite, Blogging, Digital Asset Management, Social Media Marketing, Golf, Tennis, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Facebook, Twitter, Mac OS, Windows, Web Content Management, Library, CSS, Graphic Design, Pinterest, Custom Facebook Pages, Facebook Marketing, Photoshop, Adobe Fireworks, Web Design, Content Management, Entertainment, E-commerce, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, WordPress
Education
Florida State University 2009 — 2011
MLIS, Library and Information Studies
University of South Florida 2006 — 2008
B.A., English Literature and Religious Studies
Ripley Entertainment June 2001 - Present
Canadian Airlines 1993 - 2000
Skills
Budgets, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Hospitality, Financial Analysis, Entertainment, Social Media, Business Strategy, Accounting, Corporate Finance, Contract Negotiation, Financial Modeling, Business Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Management, Business Planning, Start-ups
Education
Richard Ivey School of Business 1993 — 1995
M.B.A., Finance
Queen's University 1989 — 1990
M.A., Economics
Queen's University 1985 — 1989
B.A. (Hon), Economics
Ripley Entertainment April 1996 - Present
Education
University of North Carolina at Asheville 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, History
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Master of Arts, Criminology
Six Flags December 2009 - Present
Fisk Consulting August 2008 - February 2010
Centerplate March 2008 - September 2008
ScooterBug October 2006 - March 2008
Ripley Entertainment 2004 - 2006
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment 1999 - 2004
Universal Orlando Resort 1998 - 1999
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment 1995 - 1998
Skills
Strategic Planning, Product Development, Start-ups, Contract Negotiation, Business Analysis, Business Operations, Turn Around Management, Retail, Entertainment, Food & Beverage, Staff Development, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Operations Management, Management, New Business Development, Customer Service, Merchandising, Strategy, Public Relations, Inventory Management, Profit, Training, Purchasing, Marketing, Process Improvement, Leadership, Hospitality, Cross-functional Team..., Time Management, P&L, Forecasting, P&L Management, Sales, Event Management, Team Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Business Planning
Education
University of South Florida - College of Business Administration 1983 — 1994
BS
University of South Florida
Finance
Erik Goad Consulting November 2011 - Present
Kabam November 2010 - November 2011
Kabam August 2010 - November 2010
Kabam June 2010 - August 2010
SuperSecret, Inc. March 2009 - December 2009
Piczo September 2008 - February 2009
Keibi Technologies August 2008 - January 2009
Piczo October 2007 - May 2008
Piczo November 2006 - October 2007
Ripley Entertainment July 2007 - September 2007
Education
San Francisco State University 2005 — 2009
RaceTrac Petroleum May 2010 - Present
Freelance January 2009 - Present
Ripley Entertainment May 2007 - June 2010
Lake County Schools August 2009 - August 2009
Ripley Entertainment January 2008 - April 2008
Publix June 2005 - August 2006
Education
Flagler College 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's, Graphic Design
ELEVEN18 ARCHITECTURE, PL September 2009 - Present
Scott Partnership Architecture July 2005 - September 2009
Ripley Entertainment 2004 - 2005
NBC Universal 1996 - 2004
Universal Creative 1996 - 2004
Universal Studios 1996 - 2004
Universal Creative UIOA 1996 - 1999
Skills
Architecture, Architectural Design, Concept Development, Concept Design, Theme Parks, Entertainment, Design Research, Theming, Space planning, AutoCAD, Interior Design, SketchUp, Rendering, Sketching, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Submittals, InDesign, Space-planning, Graphic Design
Education
University of Southern California 1989 — 1994
BArch, Architecture
American Family Care Franchising July 2013 - Present
American Dental Partners February 2012 - July 2013
Ripley Entertainment June 2009 - January 2012
1 800 Flowers January 2007 - January 2009
Dominos Pizza August 2003 - January 2007
Domino's Pizza, Inc. January 2001 - August 2003
Skills
Franchising, Franchisee Management, Franchise Relations, Franchise Consulting, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Multi-site, Training & Development, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Sales Process, Sales Support, Sales Management, Team Building, Site Selection, P&L Management, Collections Management, Compliance Audits, Standards Compliance, Recruiting, Sales Operations, Budgets, Sales, Management, Business Planning, Museum Collections, Hospitality, Negotiation, Operations Management, Start-ups, Profit, Strategy, Retail, Employee Training, Marketing, Training, Restaurant Management, Performance Management, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Competitive Analysis, Hiring, Coaching, Customer Satisfaction, Multi-unit, P&L, Contract Negotiation, Forecasting, Time Management, Leadership
Education
National Louis University 1995 — 1997
B.S., Business Administration
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 1980 — 1982
Business Administration
Ripley Entertainment September 2011 - September 2015
Ripley Entertainment September 2008 - September 2011
The St. Petersburg Times June 2007 - June 2008
Florida Trend Magazine October 2005 - June 2007
Skills
SEO, SEM, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, HTML, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Social Media, Illustrator, Digital Marketing, Web Design, Web Development, CSS, Web Analytics, PPC, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Blogging, PHP, Wordpress, E-commerce, Google Analytics, Dreamweaver, Google Adwords, Google Webmaster Tools, Website Development, Link Building, Organic Search, Landing Page..., Keyword Research, CMS, Facebook, Omniture, Web Project Management, Search Engine Submission, Website Promotion, WebTrends, Keyword Analysis, SEO copywriting, Web Content Management, Online Advertising, SMO, Conversion Optimization, Adsense, YouTube, Online Branding, User Experience, Web 2.0, HTML + CSS
Education
International Academy of Design and Technology-Tampa 1991 — 1996
BS, Digital Art & Technology
International Academy of Design and Technology-Tampa 1993 — 1994
Associate’s Degree, Graphic Design
International Academy of Design and Technology-Tampa 1991 — 1993
Associate’s Degree, Interactive Multimedia
Sea to Shore Alliance September 2014 - Present
Sea to Shore Alliance March 2013 - Present
Sea to Shore Alliance June 2013 - Present
Hyannis Whale Watcher Cruises May 2009 - October 2012
Barnstable Animal Hospital October 2006 - October 2012
Provincetown Center for Coastal Studies May 2006 - October 2007
Ripley Entertainment January 2005 - May 2006
ZooQuarium May 2002 - September 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Proficient Typing Skills, Animal Care, Life Sciences, Ecology, Public Speaking, Marine Biology, Fisheries, Biodiversity, PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Environmental Science, Field Work, Scuba Diving, Environmental Education, Community Outreach, Sustainability, Customer Relations, Conservation Issues, Endangered Species, Natural Resource..., Field Research, Marine Conservation, Environmental Issues, Animal Behavior, Scientific Writing, Veterinary Medicine, Coastal Zone Management, Environmental Impact..., Animal Training, Wildlife Rehabilitation, Boating, Photo Identification, Data Analysis, Animal Husbandry, Wildlife Biology, Coastal, Science, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Wildlife, Biology, Veterinary, Marine Mammals
Education
Coastal Carolina University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Biology, Marine Science
Barnstable High School
High school diploma
Walt Disney World April 2013 - Present
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment August 2009 - April 2013
Ripley Entertainment December 2010 - October 2011
Nickelodeon June 2008 - August 2011
Orlando Shakespeare Theater September 2007 - April 2008
Utah Shakespearean Festival May 2007 - September 2007
Orlando Repertory Theatre 2006 - 2007
Skills
Set Design, Graphic Design, Theme Parks, SketchUp, Illustration, Concept Design, Digital Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Themed Entertainment, Vector Illustration, Faux Finish, Performing Arts, Vectorworks, Layout, Photoshop
Education
University of Central Florida 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theatre
Valencia Community College 2003 — 2004
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS, Film
Ripley Entertainment November 2014 - Present
[Various] May 2010 - Present
The Onion May 2012 - November 2012
[Various] May 2010 - September 2012
Troma Entertainment October 2011 - May 2012
The Huffington Post November 2010 - October 2011
The Huffington Post June 2009 - May 2010
Public Broadcasting Service May 2008 - May 2009
Poisoning the Press February 2008 - June 2008
Skills
Social Media, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, SEO, Photoshop, Research, AP Style, Editing, Video Editing, Creative Problem Solving, Deadline Driven, Expository Writing, Persuasive Writing, Blogging Software, Strategic Public..., Pitch Development, Journalism Ethics, Blogging, Journalism, Public Relations, Multimedia, Press Releases, Media Relations, Feature Articles, Film, Video, Advertising, Facebook, Entertainment, Creative Writing, Broadcast, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Committed to...
Education
The George Washington University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
New York University 2013 — 2014
Certificate, Public Relations
DNB August 2015 - Present
Allianz Real Estate of America LLC February 2015 - August 2015
Cancer Research & Treatment January 2015 - March 2015
Air France September 2014 - March 2015
Ripley Entertainment July 2011 - August 2013
Skills
Executive..., Administrative..., Receptionist Duties, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Sales, Customer Service, Management, Microsoft Word, Recruiting, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Coaching, Public Speaking, Time Management, Leadership, Employee Training, Retail
Education
Briarcliffe College 2008 — 2010
Associate's degree, Business Administration
Zoë Studio February 2012 - Present
Mary Kay Inc. July 2013 - Present
Lifetime Fitness May 2010 - January 2012
Artpace September 2011 - November 2011
Harmoni Salon February 2009 - April 2010
Visible Changes February 2008 - February 2009
Ripley Entertainment March 2005 - January 2008
Chic Studios Agency 2004 - 2006
Skills
Hair Care, Stylists, Makeup Artistry, Theatre, Fashion Shows, Spa, Fashion, Skin Care, Cosmetics, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Runway, Acting, Airbrush, Art Education, Art, Hair Cutting, Photo Shoots, Styling, Salons, Hair Straightening, Waxing, Direct Sales, Stage Make-up, Songwriting, Musicians, Sales Promotion, Fashion Photography, Direct Marketing, Beauty Industry, Community Outreach, Hair Extensions, Color Correction, Cosmetology, Relationship Marketing, Bridal Showers, Artistry, Makeovers, Keratin Treatment, Weddings, Wigs, Color Theory, Experiential Marketing, Entrepreneurship
Education
Mim's Classic Beauty School 2004 — 2006
Cosmotology Licence, Marketing, Hair Stylist
St. Phillip's Community College 2002 — 2004
Basics, Liberal Arts
San Antonio College
current, Marketing/Theatre
Saluda Hill Landscapes September 2014 - May 2015
Richland School District Two October 2013 - October 2014
Wentworth Printing April 2008 - March 2010
Burroughs & Chapin Company, Inc. February 2000 - February 2001
Ripley Entertainment March 1998 - February 2000
Skills
Microsoft Office, SPSS, QuickBooks, Quicken, Micros, Peachtree, 10 Key, Adobe Acrobat, Prezi, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Payroll, Sales, Event Planning, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology/Counseling Education Minor
Midlands Technical College
Ripley Entertainment January 2015 - Present
CrossRoads Harley-Davidson March 2012 - Present
Ripley Entertainment March 2014 - January 2015
Barium Springs Home for Children September 2010 - March 2014
PHC Family Medicine August 2009 - May 2010
RLF Communications August 2007 - August 2009
C. Deslauriers Family May 2005 - June 2007
NBC January 2003 - March 2003
Skills
Strong Relationship..., Event, Fundraising and..., Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Social Media, Editing, Media Relations, New Media, Social Networking, Newsletters, Blogging, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Facebook, Web Content, Website Development, Grant Writing, Microsoft Office, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Community Development, Online Marketing, Marketing, Advertising, Management, Customer Service, Event Management, Marketing Communications
Education
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 2005 — 2009
BA
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Bachelor's degree
Shipley Do-nuts October 2012 - August 2015
Ripley Entertainment March 2009 - January 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Customer Service, Interviewing Skills, Marketing, Social Media, Social Networking
Education
Texas State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), International Business Studies
Oracle Datalogix August 2015 - Present
DX Marketing August 2014 - August 2015
DXM Marketing Group, LLC May 2013 - July 2014
Acosta Sales & Marketing ~ Sets & Projects/IMPACT March 2012 - May 2013
Acosta Sales & Marketing ~ MatchPoint Marketing/Acosta Marketing Group: The Agency April 2011 - March 2012
Friends of A1A Scenic & Historic Coastal Byway January 2011 - April 2011
Pet Supermarket April 2010 - April 2011
Ripley Entertainment September 2010 - December 2010
Public Relations Student Society of America September 2008 - April 2010
Situ8 Ideas August 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Social Networking, Public Relations, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, PowerPoint, Marketing, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Teamwork, Purchasing, Facebook, Social Media, Email Marketing, Team Leadership, Optimistic, Administration, Workamajig, Microsoft Word, Marketing Communications, Detail Orientation, Perserverance, Problem Solving, Listening Skills, 90 wpm
Education
Flagler College 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
Ripley Entertainment August 2007 - Present
Kimberly-Clark; Contracted through Accounting Principles 2005 - 2007
DenTek Oral Care, Inc. March 2004 - November 2005
Depaul Community Svc August 2002 - December 2003
The Party Experience Inc. 1996 - 1999
Bryant & Stratton College June 1989 - April 1996
Skills
Accounting, Auditing, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, General Ledger, Financial Analysis, Sales Tax, Microsoft Excel, Revenue Recognition, Analysis, SAP, Great Plains Software, Inventory Management, Journal Entries, Financial Statements, Bank Reconciliation, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Management Accounting, Monthly Close, Year-end Close, Financial Audits, Accruals, Variance Analysis, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Budgets, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Forecasting
Education
SUNY Brockport 1999 — 2002
Bachelor's degree
Bryant & Stratton College 1987 — 1989
Associate's degree
BRPH June 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment December 2011 - September 2013
Starmer Ranaldi Planning and Architecture January 2007 - December 2010
Skills
Architectural Design, Submittals, Revit, SketchUp, Construction, CAD, AutoCAD Architecture, Space Planning, Construction Drawings, Architecture, BIM
Education
Pontificia Universidad Javeriana 1998 — 2004
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), Equivalent of the U.S. degree of Bachelor of Architecture earned at a regionally accredited institut
EF International Schools 1998 — 2008
English as a Second Language Program
Harvard University 1998 — 2008
English as a Second Language Program
US Congress - Office of Congressman Tom Rice (SC-07) May 2015 - Present
Dyer Institute for Leadership and Public Policy December 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment May 2012 - Present
WPDE TV 15 March 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Political Communication, Quantitative Research, Social Media..., Interpersonal..., Survey Research, Political Polling, Videography, Communication Theory, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, ENPS, Phone Etiquette, News Writing, Scuba Diving, Social Media, Editing, Political Science, Public Policy, Video, Policy Analysis, Event Planning, Facebook, Leadership
Education
Coastal Carolina University 2013 — 2017
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government, Communication, 3.910
Ripley Entertainment June 2015 - Present
UCF Office of Research and Commercialization January 2015 - June 2015
Apple August 2013 - June 2015
Apple October 2011 - August 2013
Skills
OS X, iOS, iWork, iPhone, Mac, Mac OS, Customer Service, Technical Support, Retail, iPod, Outlook, Active Directory, CompTIA A+, Troubleshooting, Customer Experience, Keynote, Mobile Devices, Computer Hardware, Consumer Electronics, Team Leadership, Management, Photoshop, Customer Satisfaction, Spiceworks
Education
University of Central Florida 2010 — 2015
Information Technology
Ripley Entertainment July 2012 - Present
Skills
Customer Service, Public Relations
Education
Coastal Carolina University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor’s Degree, Marine Sciences
S. I. Goldman Company Inc./CSUSA September 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment March 2012 - October 2014
Ripley Entertainment March 2010 - March 2012
Major Construction May 2007 - June 2009
Stan Weaver & Co. March 2000 - June 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Hospitality, Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Service, Sales, Tourism, Resorts, Team Building, Outlook, Entertainment, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Logistics, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Management, Warehousing, Retail, Time Management, Budgets, Negotiation
Education
Toccoa Falls College
BS, Psychology
Ripley Entertainment Inc. June 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment May 1985 - May 2014
Skills
Event Management, Microsoft Office, Hospitality, Hotels, Tourism, Team Building, Event Planning, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Retail, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Salesforce.com, Social Media, Revenue Analysis, Blogging, Marketing, Management, Account Management, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Social Networking, Leadership, Team Leadership, Sales, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Word
Education
City College of San Francisco, San Francisco State University, SFSU College of Extended Learning
San Francisco State University
Ripley Entertainment May 2013 - Present
Lowe's Home Improvement April 2011 - May 2013
Reel Theatres Movies on the Parkway June 2005 - January 2011
Skills
Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, HTML, Dreamweaver, Analytical Skills, Highly Dedicated, Creativity, Creative Solutions, Digital Illustration, Illustration, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Color Theory, Photography, 3D, Visual Communication, Image Editing, Layout, Flyers, Typography, Business Cards, Branding, Brochures, Social Media, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Social Networking, Facebook, Graphic Design, Marketing, Microsoft Office
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Knoxville 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Design and Visual Communications, General
DogTown, USA July 2012 - Present
University of North Florida 2014 - 2014
Ripley Entertainment June 2008 - July 2012
TunnelzNTumblez September 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Writing, Cashiering, Customer Service, Tourism, Sales, Hospitality
Education
University of North Florida 2013 — 2016
English, English Language and Literature, General
University of Houston October 2014 - Present
Vertical Careers, Inc. December 2013 - August 2014
Outlook Amusements July 2009 - November 2013
Ajilon Finance October 2006 - November 2007
Ripley Entertainment October 2004 - September 2006
EarthLink Business August 1997 - August 2004
Skills
Exceptional..., Exceptional time..., Management, Social Media, Customer Service, Project Management, Email Marketing, Marketing, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office, Facebook, Data Analysis, Social Networking, Access, Leadership, PPC, Fundraising, Event Planning, Budgets, Public Speaking, Event Management, Advertising, Program Management, CRM, Strategy, Time Management
Education
Herbert Hoover High School
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management
MBA, Finance
California State University-Northridge
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology
Communities In Schools of Philadelphia, Inc. October 2014 - Present
NBOME 2014 - September 2014
The Isaacson Household 2013 - 2014
Ripley Entertainment 2013 - 2013
ECFMG 2006 - 2013
Bebashi Transition to Hope 2006 - 2006
People's Emergency Center 2005 - 2006
Center for Literacy 2004 - 2005
HOPE Charter School 2003 - 2004
Center for Economics and Law 2003 - 2003
Skills
Database Administration, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Customer Service, Windows, Program Management, Microsoft Exchange, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Leadership, Change Management, Microsoft Word, Employee Training, Training Delivery, Instructor-led Training, Hands-on Training, Time Management, Team Building, Teaching, Team Leadership, Team Management, Teamwork, Team-oriented, Presentations, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Research, Program Evaluation, Tutoring, Academic Tutoring, Peer Tutoring, Tutorials, Training, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Coaching, Leadership Development, Higher Education, Curriculum Design, Psychotherapy, Volunteer Management, Workshop Facilitation, Critical Thinking, Event Planning, Program Development, Curriculum Development, Editing, Motivational..., Instructional Design, Grant Writing
Education
Lincoln University
Master of Human Services, Human Services, General
Temple University
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, American/United States Studies/Civilization
ImagiNATION Athletics July 2014 - Present
CSanford Art January 2014 - Present
Animal VFX September 2013 - December 2013
The Art Institue of Pittsburgh March 2013 - December 2013
The Fred Rogers Company April 2012 - June 2012
Ripley Entertainment June 2004 - May 2009
Ripley Entertainment 2004 - 2008
Skills
Animation, Computer Animation, Traditional Animation, Storyboarding, Character Animation, Drawing, Texturing, Visual Storytelling, Painting, Digital Painting, Illustrator, Background Art, Zbrush, Conceptual Art, Character Designs, Compositing, Flash Animation, After Effects, Art, Digital Illustration, Concept Design, Motion Graphics, Illustration, Digital Art, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Premiere, Adobe Creative Suite, ZBrush
Education
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Media Arts and Animation
Horry Georgetwon Technical College 2004 — 2007
Associate's degree, Digital filmmaking & Graphic design
Ripley Entertainment March 2015 - Present
Ripley Entertainment April 2012 - March 2015
Staples July 2009 - July 2011
Liquid Web January 2010 - August 2010
Skills
CompTIA A+ Certification, Windows 7, Active Directory, Network Administration, XP, Windows Server, Troubleshooting, Servers, CompTIA Network+, Microsoft Office, VMware, Computer Hardware, Customer Service, Technical Support, System Administration, Mac OS X, Hardware, Microsoft Exchange, OS X, Operating Systems, Networking, Windows XP
Education
University of Florida 2002 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Eustis High School 1997 — 2002
Ripley Entertainment June 2006 - Present
Ripley Entertainment 2005 - 2007
Education
Broome Community College 1998 — 2000
Self -Employed March 2013 - Present
Jo-Ann Stores, LLC. October 2011 - March 2013
Ripley Entertainment February 2010 - May 2010
Walt Disney World Merchandise Design 1996 - 1998
Skills
Illustration, Illustrator, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Drawing, InDesign, Logo Design, Art Direction, Interior Design, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Design, Typography, Prop Fabrication, Industrial Design, Web Design, Furniture, Rendering, Product Design, Scenic Painting, Space planning, Sketching, Props, Art, Fine Art, mold making, Resin Casting, Prop Making, Murals, Oil Painting, Airbrush, character artist, Foam Carving, Sculpture, fur hair work, foam fabrication, fibergl, Industrial Sewing, paper mache, Costume Design, Model Making, Corel Draw, Mac OS, Blueprint Reading, Theme Development, Faux Finish, wax figure work, rotocasting, Creative Direction, Brand Development
Education
Ringling College of Art and Design 1993 — 1996
Bachelor's Degree, Illustration with a minor in Graphic Design
The University of Texas at Austin 1984 — 1986
Mechanical Engineering changed to Libearl Arts
Florida Hospital June 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment February 2013 - June 2014
Dream Factory Productions, Inc. July 2012 - January 2013
GD Group May 2009 - July 2012
All State Rigetta Insurance July 2008 - May 2009
Statewide Financial Services August 2003 - July 2008
Skills
Online Marketing, Social Media, Real Estate, SEO, Social Media Marketing, SEM, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Blogging, PPC, Web Analytics, Facebook, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Viral Marketing, Lead Generation, Google Adwords, SMO, Mobile Marketing, Google Analytics, Wordpress, Link Building, Keyword Research, Online Advertising, Advertising, Web Marketing, Marketing, Sales, Management, Website Development, WordPress, E-commerce, Content Marketing, Business Development
Education
University of Central Florida - College of Business Administration 1998 — 2000
MIS
Norwalk High School 1986 — 1990
Ripley Entertainment May 1995 - Present
Skills
Aquariums, Hospitality, Tourism, Event Management, Hotels, Resorts, Food & Beverage, Event Planning, Customer Service, Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Attraction Marketing, Attraction Strategies, City Marketing, Convention Centers, Theatre, Entertainment, Hospitality Industry, Social Media Marketing, Revenue Analysis, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Social Media, Team Building, Advertising, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Retail, Facebook, Management, Email Marketing, Strategic Planning, Brand Development, Business Planning, Start-ups, Team Leadership, Creative Direction, Sales Management, New Business Development, Public Speaking, Trade Shows, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, Negotiation
Education
University of North Carolina 1993 — 1995
Bachelors, History/Mathematics
Duke University 1991 — 1993
Ted's Montana Grill February 2015 - Present
Ripley Entertainment November 2010 - November 2012
The Walt Disney Company November 2009 - August 2010
Wayne Farms August 2007 - June 2009
Guardian Building Products February 2005 - June 2007
Education
The University of Georgia 2000 — 2004
BBA, Finance
Ripley Entertainment September 2004 - Present
Ripley Entertainment April 1998 - September 2004
Skills
Project Management, Budgets, Web Project Management, Event Management, Entertainment, Customer Service, Hospitality
Education
Niagara College 1995 — 1998
Electrical, Electronic & Computer Technology
Ripley Entertainment March 2013 - Present
ACi November 2004 - March 2013
HHCP Architects September 1996 - November 2004
Adache Associates Architects July 1987 - September 1996
Skills
Mixed-use, Architecture, Construction Management, Comprehensive Planning, Construction Drawings, Architectural Design, Design Research, Sustainable Design, Construction, Resorts, Hotels, Hospitality, LEED AP, Green Building, LEED, Renovation, Value Engineering, Specifications, Project Management
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Tennessee Aquarium December 2014 - Present
TractManager, Inc March 2014 - August 2014
Modis October 2013 - March 2014
StaffMe.net, LLC December 2012 - October 2013
Ripley Entertainment June 2012 - November 2012
KDL Pathology July 2009 - June 2012
Gerdau Ameristeel June 2006 - February 2009
Circuit City September 2006 - April 2007
RMB Inc December 2005 - September 2006
US Army April 1999 - March 2003
Skills
Active Directory, Servers, Windows Server, System Administration, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Exchange, Technical Support, Networking, Network Administration, Network Security, VMware, Hardware, Security, Virtualization, Citrix XenDesktop, Windows XP, XP, Software Installation, Wireless Networking, Operating Systems, Windows 7, DNS, Data Center, Microsoft Certified..., Visio, Laptops, VPN, Disaster Recovery, Computer Hardware, Windows, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Integration, Storage Area Networks, Information Technology, Firewalls, CompTIA A+, CompTIA Network+, Adobe Acrobat, TCP/IP, Administration, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2012, Windows Server 2008, VoIP, Desktop Support, ESXi
Education
Fountainhead College of Technology 2004 — 2007
Associates, Information Technology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2011
Professional Development, Linux System Administration
CGS Learning Services
Certificate, Red Hat Linux Essentials
Personnel Decisions International
Certificate, Leading Change Workshop
New Horizons Computer Learning Center 2005 — 2005
Information Technology
Department of Homeland Security
Certificate, Chemical-Terrorism Vulnerability Information (CVI) Authorized User Training
New Horizons Computer Learning Center
Certificate, Microsoft and CompTIA Training
United States Army Ordinance Missile and Munitions Center and School
Certificate, Electronics Technician
New Horizons Computer Learning Center of Chattanooga
Certificate, Microsoft System Center 2012 R2
Southeast Power Systems, Inc. September 2012 - Present
Ripley Entertainment July 1995 - April 2012
Skills
VMware, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Exchange, System Administration, Windows Server, Citrix, Project Management, Servers, Virtualization, Network Administration, Software Development, Active Directory, Microsoft SQL Server, SharePoint, Basic AS400..., Windows XP, Server Administration, Laptops, Windows 7, Information Technology, TCP/IP, Operating Systems, Printers, Software Installation, Technical Support, Group Policy, Database Administration, Antivirus, Backup Exec, DHCP
Education
Universidad de Puerto Rico 1988 — 1993
B.S.B.A., Information Systems
Ripley Entertainment January 2015 - Present
Serviette, LLC June 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment June 1998 - January 2015
Monterey Bay Aquarium May 1994 - May 1998
Audubon Aquarium of the Americas January 1989 - May 1994
Virginia Institute of Marine Science May 1985 - December 1988
Skills
Scuba Diving, Museums, Marine Biology, Non-profits, Research, Animal Husbandry, Exhibit Design, Editing, Theme Parks, Photography, Conservation Issues, Entertainment, Public Relations, Hospitality, Sharks, Professional Mentoring, Hotels, Tourism, Science, Fish, Visitor Attractions, Aquatic Ecology, Marketing Strategy, Water Quality, Media Relations, Environmental Education, Resorts, Social Media Marketing, Aquariums, Environmental Science, Ecology, Environmental Awareness, Nonprofits, Wildlife, Veterinary Medicine, Fundraising, Coral Reefs, Marine Mammals, Environmental Issues, Marine Conservation, Scientific Diving, Environmental Policy, Trade Shows, Zoology, Art Exhibitions, Museum Collections, Climate Change, Biology, AAUS Scientific Diver, Aquaculture
Education
Oregon State University 1981 — 1985
Master of Science (M.S.), Fisheries Biology
Bowling Green State University 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Southern Technical College October 2012 - Present
Kaplan Higher Education Corporation December 2009 - October 2012
Production Resource Group June 2006 - January 2010
Career Education Corporation January 2002 - May 2006
GES Exposition Services 1998 - 2001
Ripley Entertainment 1995 - 1998
KPMG Peat Marwick 1992 - 1995
Skills
Financial Analysis, Enrollment Management, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Budgets, Student Financial Aid, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Controls, Managerial Finance, Cash Flow, Forecasting, General Ledger, CampusVue, Internal Audit, Executive Management, Auditing, Strategic Financial..., Staff Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Leadership, Admissions, Financial Modeling, Cash Management, Accounts Payable, Variance Analysis, CPA, Finance, SEC filings, Student Loans
Education
University of Florida 1987 — 1992
BS & Masters, Accounting
Accession Studios January 2011 - Present
CBLPath July 2013 - March 2014
CBLPath August 2012 - July 2013
CBLPath March 2011 - August 2012
CBLPath September 2010 - March 2011
Ripley Entertainment February 2005 - December 2009
Skills
C, C#, Java, C++, OpenGL, GLSL, Visual Studio, Software Development, Android, .NET, Programming, Microsoft Office, MySQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Testing, Customer Service, Team Leadership, PHP, phpMyAdmin, Python, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Mobile Applications, Ruby on Rails, SQL, Ruby, Linux
Education
University of Central Florida 2001 — 2009
BS Computer Science, Software Development
Ripley Entertainment February 2001 - Present
Ripley Entertainment February 2001 - Present
Skills
Hospitality, System Administration, Retail, Tourism, Event Management, Creative Writing, Time Management, Food & Beverage, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Entertainment, Hotels, Event Planning, Management, Resorts, Marketing, Sales, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Social Media, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Hospitality Industry, Restaurants, Public Relations, Leadership, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Online Advertising, Corporate Events, Trade Shows, Employee Training, Training, Facebook, Advertising, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Contract Negotiation, Team Leadership, Revenue Analysis, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Direct Marketing
Education
Buffalo State College
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Buffalo Wild Wings July 2014 - Present
ID Brazil April 2014 - June 2014
Shake Shack December 2013 - June 2014
Ripley Entertainment May 2010 - September 2010
Sacred Heart University 2008 - 2009
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Graphic Design, Photography, Market Research, Sales, Entertainment, Fashion, Sports, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Sacred Heart University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Hema Rupnarain, CPA, P.A. May 2006 - Present
PricewaterhouseCoopers December 2004 - May 2006
Ripley Entertainment March 2001 - December 2004
Skills
Tax Preparation, Corporate Tax, Payroll Taxes, QuickBooks, Drake Tax Software, Estate Tax Planning, Non-profits, Trusts, Accounting, Efiling, S Corporations, LLC's, Individual Taxation, Business Startup, Sales Tax, IRS problem resolution, Bookkeeping, Real Estate Transactions, Business Strategy, LLC, Trust, Business Planning, Key Account Management, Financial Accounting, Tax, Strategic Financial..., Nonprofits, Payroll, Internal Controls, Start-ups, Accounts Payable, Partnership Taxation, Financial Planning
Education
University of North Florida - College of Business Administration 2003 — 2005
Master's of Accountancy, Accounting
Flagler College 2001 — 2003
Bachelor's, Accounting
Edfinancial Services February 2012 - Present
Eden Crest Vacation Rentals May 2011 - December 2011
Firehouse Golf October 2006 - May 2011
Ripley Entertainment June 2000 - October 2007
Education
Strayer University 2008 — 2010
MBA, Human Resource
Middle Tennessee State University 1995 — 2001
Bachelors, Speech & Theatre
Ripley Entertainment July 2015 - Present
Ripley Entertainment April 2014 - July 2015
Tyson Sign Company January 2012 - April 2014
CMAC, Inc. January 2011 - December 2011
Tyson Sign Company June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite 4, Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Photography, Marketing, Logo Design, InDesign, Art, Illustrator, Illustration, Photoshop, Web Design, Advertising, Digital Illustration, Layout, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Branding, Social Media Marketing
Education
University of South Carolina Upstate 2006 — 2010
BFA Art Studio, Graphic Design, Art History Minor
Università degli Studi di Milano 2008 — 2008
Studies in Italian Culture & Art, Art History
Ripley Entertainment February 2014 - Present
Coldwater Creek August 2013 - August 2014
Mount Snow Ski Resort, Ltd. April 2009 - August 2013
Mount Snow Resort July 1999 - April 2009
Sugarbush Resort November 1995 - June 1999
Young's Medical Equipment August 1991 - January 1996
Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Hospitality Management, Sales point training, Sales, Inventory Management, Food & Beverage, Time Management, Training
Education
Bryant and Stratton College-Henrietta 1977 — 1979
Associate's degree, General Sales, Merchandising and Related Marketing Operations
Fairport High School
Cemrock Naturalistic Environments November 2010 - Present
Ripley Entertainment April 2009 - June 2010
Education
Penn State University
University of Arizona
CIGNA Group Insurance January 2015 - Present
CIGNA Group Insurance February 2013 - December 2014
Susquehanna Bank June 2010 - January 2013
TD Bank May 2007 - June 2010
CITY BLUE October 2003 - April 2007
Ripley Entertainment June 2003 - September 2003
Skills
Credit, Banking, Customer Service, Retail Banking, Consumer Lending, Organization &..., Financial Advisory, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance, Financial Services, Underwriting, Sales, Management, Insurance, Financial Analysis
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 2007 — 2009
BBA, International Business and Legal Studies in Business
Belaruski Dzjaržauny Ekanamièny Universitet 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Law
Magic Memories June 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment June 2012 - Present
CoCo Key Water Resort February 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Hospitality, Resorts, Event Management, Tourism, Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Corporate Events, Budgets, Trade Shows, Hotel Management, Restaurants, Event Planning
Education
Coastal Carolina University 2007 — 2010
Resort Tourism, Hospitality/Tourism and Development
Ripley Entertainment February 2009 - Present
Education
Webster University 2002 — 2004
ma, human resource development
Coastal Carolina University 1993 — 1998
ba business mgt, business/recreation mgt
Hilton Hotels Worldwide April 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment February 2009 - November 2011
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Public Speaking, HTML, Hospitality, Food, Event Management, Tourism
Education
Webster University 2002 — 2004
Master's degree, Human Resources Development
Coastal Carolina University 1993 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, business/recreation mgt
Ingles supermarkets June 2014 - Present
Ripley Entertainment May 2007 - Present
Skills
Employee Loyalty, Customer Service, Retail, Sales, Time Management, Store Management, Inventory Management, PowerPoint
Education
Florida State University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, International Relations and Affairs
Tallahassee Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Ripley Entertainment June 2012 - Present
RadioShack February 2012 - May 2012
McDonald's Corporation November 2010 - February 2012
Education
University of Baltimore 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Ripley Entertainment June 2012 - Present
SEA LIFE Minnesota 1997 - 2012
Skills
Hospitality, Event Management, Resorts, Hotels, Tourism, Entertainment, Event Planning, Public Relations, Corporate Events, Sponsorship, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Social Media, Trade Shows, Strategic Planning, Customer Service
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 1989 — 1994
University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine
Joe's Crab Shack August 2011 - Present
Charming Charlie June 2011 - August 2011
Ripley Entertainment June 2009 - March 2011
Education
Palo Alto College 2011 — 2015
Rick Hawkin's High School 2009 — 2011
High School Diploma
University of Baltimore March 2015 - Present
Baltimore Collegetown Network September 2013 - April 2015
Sandler Training September 2014 - December 2014
Clear Channel Radio September 2013 - December 2013
Downtown Partnership of Baltimore February 2013 - September 2013
Ripley Entertainment April 2012 - January 2013
Leadershape 2012 - 2012
Spirit Cruises May 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Press Releases, Marketing, Social Media, Sales, Event Planning, World Travel, Research, International Marketing, International Business, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Facebook
Education
University of Baltimore 2011 — 2015
Ripley Entertainment June 2009 - Present
Victorias Secret Stores August 2013 - 2014
Education
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Criminal Justice
REI March 2015 - Present
Nubi Yogurt October 2014 - March 2015
San Francisco Zoo April 2014 - October 2014
Ripley Entertainment May 2013 - May 2014
Academy of Art University December 2012 - August 2013
Saida Sullivan Design Partners February 2012 - August 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Social Media Outreach, Community Outreach, Sales, Animal Welfare, POS System, Volunteering
Education
San Francisco State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Environmental Studies with an Emphasis in Environmental Sustainability and Social Justice