Amway Corporation
Industry: Multi-level marketing company
DescriptionAmway is an American company specializing in the use of multi-level marketing to sell health, beauty, and home care products. The company was founded in 1959 by Jay Van Andel and Richard DeVos and is based in Ada, Michigan. Amway and its sister companies under Alticor reported sales of $8.6 billion in 2017. Customer service: 1 (800) 253-6500 Headquarters: Ada Township, MI Founded: November 9, 1959, Ada Township, MI Parent organization: Alticor Revenue: 8.6 billion USD (2017) Founders: Richard DeVos, Jay Van Andel
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Amway Corporation Employees
Amway October 2006 - Present
Amway Corporation February 2001 - October 2006
Barrister Global Warranty Company September 2001 - January 2006
Amway Corporation/Mail Services September 2000 - February 2001
Amway Corporation January 1992 - January 2000
Amway Corporation January 1984 - January 1992
Amway Corporation/Mail Services January 1981 - January 1984
Amway Corporation/Powder Department January 1979 - January 1981
Skills
Troubleshooting, Servers, Technical Support, Security, Computer Hardware, Manufacturing, System Administration, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Help Desk Support, Software Installation, Quality Assurance, Lotus Notes, Lean Manufacturing, Process Scheduler
Education
Davenport University 2003 — 2008
Bachelors degree, Business Admin/Computer Networking 2008
Davenport University 1998 — 2003
Associate degree, Business Admin/Computer Specialist 2003
Lowell High School 1971 — 1975
Diploma, Business
Amway Corporation February 2004 - Present
Knights of Columbus 2009 - 2011
Lear Siegler 1982 - 1987
Skills
Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Project Management, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Engineering, Management, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Planning, Kaizen, Microsoft Office, Value Stream Mapping
Education
Ferris State University 2009 — 2011
Business
Ferris State University 1980 — 1983
Engineering
Forest Hills
Amway Corporation July 2009 - Present
Ciba Inc. 2003 - 2009
Skills
Coatings, R&D, Chemistry, Personal Care, Formulation, Organic Chemistry, Polymers
Education
Elmhurst College 1982 — 1986
B.S., Chemistry
44North September 2013 - Present
MEBS April 2010 - September 2013
Activa Benefit Services June 2002 - April 2010
Amway Corporation 1991 - 1996
Skills
Health Insurance, Employee Benefits, Insurance, Flexible Spending..., Disability Insurance, Self-funded, COBRA, Group Medical, Life Insurance, Customer Service, Cafeteria Plans, HRA, Brokers, PPO, Account Management, HIPAA, Benefits Administration, Medicare, Health Care Reform, Managed Care, Long-term Care, Group Insurance
Education
Calvin College
Bachelor of Arts in Education, Elementary Education, Math, Language Arts
Forest Hills Central
Michigan Works! Kent & Allegan Counties Business Services September 2013 - Present
ITT Technical Institute September 2011 - Present
Clark Retirement Community December 2011 - August 2013
Macatawa Bank 2005 - 2009
Gordon Food Service 2003 - 2005
Futurekids - Grand Rapids, Inc 1993 - 2003
Amway Corporation 1989 - 1993
Amway Corporaton 1984 - 1989
Skills
Marketing Communications, Market Planning, Microsoft Office, Staff Development, Community Outreach, Market Research, Events, Customer Insight, Customer Retention, Building Relationships, Customer Experience..., Customer Analysis, Focus Groups, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Adult Education, Training, Sales, Fundraising, Event Planning, Marketing, Project Planning, Advertising, Team Building, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Product Marketing, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Market Analysis, Time Management, Research, Customer Satisfaction, Nonprofits, Interviews, Leadership, Motivation, Team Leadership, International Marketing
Education
Grand Valley State University 1981 — 1987
Master, Business Administration
Grand Rapids Community College 1974 — 1976
Associates of Applied Arts and Science, Certified Dental Assistant
Creston High School 1971 — 1974
Gordon Food Service April 2014 - Present
Gordon Food Service October 2010 - April 2014
Gordon Food Service June 2010 - October 2010
Gordon Food Service January 2010 - June 2010
Spectrum Health and Steelcase September 2009 - December 2009
Amway Corporation May 2009 - September 2009
Dan Bylsma's West Michigan Hockey Schools July 2003 - July 2009
Steelcase August 2008 - December 2008
Gentex Corporation August 2008 - December 2008
Kendall Electric Distribution Center June 2005 - August 2008
Skills
Excel, Market Planning, Research, Operations Management, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Restaurant Marketing, Financial Analysis, Database Management, Hospitality Industry, New Business Development, Customer Relations, Inventory Management, Menu Development, Menu Design, Lean Initiatives, Brand Development, Mentoring, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Food Service, Marketing, Food Industry, Grocery, Food, Sales, Pricing, Market Research, Sales Operations, Forecasting, Analysis, Key Account Development, P&L, Team Building
Education
Calvin College 2006 — 2010
Business
Calvin College - Study Abroad 2009 — 2009
Study Abroad
X-Rite - Pantone March 2015 - Present
Spectrum Health April 2014 - January 2015
Amway Corporation January 2008 - April 2014
Amway August 2002 - February 2007
Skills
Logistics, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Project Planning, Teamwork, Process Improvement, Invoicing, Quality Assurance, Lotus Notes, SharePoint, Data Entry, Administration, Payroll, JD Edwards, IT Operations, Event Planning, Event Management, Events Coordination, Purchase Orders, Cellular Communications, Travel Management, Alloy, iBuy, Expense Reports, Concur, ADP Payroll, Box.com, Success Factors, WebEx, OS X, Transportation, Time & Attendance, Attendance Management, API Attendance &..., Charity Work, United Way Coordinator, Easter Seals Coordinator, Kaboom Coordinator, AllScripts Web, Policy Tech, SpringCo Coordinator, Stratajazz, Cerner, PowerChart
Education
Davenport University 2007 — 2011
Degree, Administrative Technology
Grand Rapids Community College 2002 — 2005
Criminal Justice and Corrections
Grand Rapids Community College 2000 — 2002
Business Administration
East Kentwood High School 1996 — 2000
General, General Academics; special interest in computers
Amway October 2012 - February 2013
Amway Corporation September 2000 - October 2012
Education
Davenport University
New Horizons 2012 - 2013
Amway March 2003 - March 2011
Amway Corporation November 1999 - March 2003
Gerribee's February 1996 - February 1997
Skills
CompTIA A+ Certification, CompTIA Network+..., CompTIA Security+..., Customer Service, XP, Troubleshooting, Technical Support
Education
Univeristy of Phoenix 2005 — 2007
MBA, Business
Davenport University 2003 — 2005
B.A., Accounting Information Systems
Amway Corporation January 2011 - Present
Amway Corporation November 2009 - January 2011
Amway Corporation April 2001 - November 2009
Amway Corporation November 1995 - April 2001
Skills
Administrative..., Event Planning, Office Management, PowerPoint, Administrative..., Calendaring, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Calvin College
Incyte April 2013 - Present
FourFoundations.org August 2012 - Present
Incyte August 2011 - April 2013
Otsuka America Pharmaceutical, Inc. July 2010 - August 2011
Genoptix December 2009 - July 2010
Eisai Pharmaceuticals March 2005 - July 2010
MGI Pharma 2003 - 2009
GlaxoSmithKline July 1999 - March 2003
Amway Corporation September 1995 - July 1999
Skills
Diabetes, Diagnostic, Healthcare, Hematology, Hospitals, Infectious Diseases, Oncology, Pharmaceutical Sales, Sales, Urology, Cardiology, Pharmacy
Education
Northwestern University 1994 — 1995
Master of Science (MS), Biotechnology
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Human Biology, Psychology and Chemistry
WGVU Public Media November 2013 - Present
Partners for a Racism- Free Community - PFRC November 2013 - September 2014
Radio In Black and White June 2012 - March 2014
Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore September 2010 - September 2012
Small West and Southwest Michigan Businesses September 2008 - October 2010
Spectrum Health Continuing Care September 2006 - May 2008
Grand Rapids Community College October 2005 - September 2006
Century 21 Pearson-Cook October 2003 - January 2006
Steelcase Inc. October 2000 - December 2002
Amway Corporation October 1992 - October 2000
Skills
Team Leadership, Program Management, Interpersonal, Supervising, Out-of-the-box-thinker, Visionary, Youth Mentoring, Entrepreneur, Employee Relations, Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Administration, Mentoring, Customer Service, Event Management, Writing, Microsoft Office, Program Development, Budgeting, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Community Outreach, Interviewing, Social Media Marketing, Negotiation, Teaching, Interviews, Budgets, Nonprofits, Community Development, Fundraising, Payroll, Management, Training, New Hire Orientations, Social Networking, Staff Development, Advertising, Public Relations, Sales, Personnel Management, Social Media, Organizational..., Employee Benefits
Education
Cornerstone University 2010 — 2012
Master, Leadership Management, 3.722
Grand Rapids Community College 2009 — 2009
Culinary Management
Michigan State University 1987 — 1992
BS, Employee Relations
Ottawa Hills High School
The Women's Shelter of Central Arkansas July 2011 - Present
Amway Corporation July 1986 - February 2011
Skills
Project Management, Customer Insight, Marketing Management, Corporate Communications, Social Networking, Trade Shows, Non-profits, Fundraising, Teamwork, Leadership Development, Copywriting, Contract Negotiation, Process Improvement, Budgets, Relationship Marketing, Management, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Leadership, Market Planning
Education
Davenport University
Business Administration and Management, General
Grand Rapids Community College
Business Administration and Management, General
Profile 4 Men LLC August 2013 - Present
Smart Blue January 2013 - Present
Davenport University January 1991 - Present
Neways International 2008 - 2013
Zanco 2005 - 2008
IdeaSphere 2002 - 2005
iMart Corporation 2000 - 2002
Amway Corporation 1998 - 2000
Amway Corporation 1996 - 1998
Amway Corporation 1995 - 1996
Skills
Start-ups, Business Strategy, Advertising, E-commerce, Product Development, Database Marketing, Business Planning, Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Brand Management, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Training, Team Building, Leadership, International Business, Social Media Marketing, New Business Development, Strategy, Product Marketing, Project Management, Marketing Management, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Public Relations, Competitive Analysis, Sales Management, Social Media, Social Networking, Marketing Research, Entrepreneurship, Budgets, Sales, Management, Merchandising, Market Research, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Market Planning, Direct Sales, Online Advertising, Lead Generation
Education
Grand Valley State University 1980 — 1982
M.B.A., Marketing
Central Michigan University 1977 — 1980
Kimberly-Clark October 2014 - Present
Amway Corporation June 2013 - October 2014
Amway Corporation July 2012 - October 2014
Amway Corporation July 2011 - July 2012
Mercantile Bank of Michigan July 2010 - July 2011
U.S. Department of Commerce May 2010 - January 2011
Lake Michigan Credit Union June 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Banking, Finance, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Credit, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Leadership, Account Reconciliation, Accounting, Analysis, Corporate Finance, Forecasting, US GAAP
Education
Davenport University 2011 — 2013
MBA, Executive MBA
Davenport University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor, International Business
Kent Career Technical Center
Computerized Banking Computerized Accounting
University of Minnesota Medical Center, Fairview April 2011 - Present
KTTS August 2006 - Present
StayWell Health Management October 2005 - August 2011
En Familia Television Show September 2007 - January 2010
Colorado Springs Police Department June 2001 - March 2005
Checks Unlimited June 1999 - June 2003
Amway Corporation December 1994 - March 1997
Education Technician October 1994 - June 1995
Skills
Customer Service, Leadership, Teaching, Training, Public Speaking, Outlook, Spanish, Coaching, Quality Assurance, Software Documentation, Program Management, Team Building, Process Improvement, Healthcare, PowerPoint, English, Microsoft Excel, Research, Time Management, Interpreting, Microsoft Word, Teamwork
Education
Century College 2014 — 2016
Associate in Applied Science (AAS), Translating and Interpreting, GPA 4.0
Agnese Haury Institute, University of Arizona 2011 — 2011
Certificate, Medical Interpreting
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2009
GPA 4.0
Midland Manufacturing November 2014 - Present
Forum Energy Technologies March 2012 - November 2014
Amway Corporation October 2008 - June 2011
Skills
Licensed Master..., Certified Green Belt, Preventive Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis, Maintenance Management, Maintenance & Repair, Manufacturing, Factory, Plant Maintenance, Inspection, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Supervisory Skills, Pneumatics, Lean Manufacturing, Predictive Maintenance, Kaizen, PLC, Instrumentation, Troubleshooting, Six Sigma, Electricians, Manufacturing...
Education
Ferris State University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor, Industrial Technology and Management, 4.0
Amway January 2013 - Present
Amway April 2009 - December 2012
Amway Corporation April 1995 - April 2009
Right to Life of Michigan Educational Fund September 1988 - March 1994
Skills
EHS, Logistics, Team Leadership, Hazardous Materials, Project Planning, Manufacturing, Facilities Management, Waste Management, Emergency Management, MSDS, Environmental Awareness, Management, Security, Risk Assessment, Safety Management..., Hazmat Response, Training, Hazmat Operations, Cross-functional Team..., Occupational Health
Education
Calvin College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish & Latin American Studies
Amway Corporation 2014 - Present
Amway Corporation 2011 - 2014
Amway Corporation 2010 - 2013
Amway Corporation 2006 - 2011
Amway Corporation 2002 - 2006
Deloitte 1998 - 2002
National City Bank 1995 - 1998
Education
Western Michigan University - Haworth College of Business 1996 — 1998
MBA, Strategy
Aquinas College 1991 — 1995
BSBA, Finance and Economics
Thunderbird School of Global Management 2013 — 2013
Executive Education - Global Leadership
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2004 — 2004
Executive Education - Leadership
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management 2003 — 2003
Executive Education - Supply Chain Management
Ragdale Foundation 2012 - Present
Samson Cultural Advisors, LLC 2009 - Present
ArtPrize 2009 - 2012
Urban Institute for Contemporary Arts 2002 - 2012
Rejuvenart Studios LLC 1999 - 2004
Children's Leukemia Foundation 2000 - 2002
Creative Resources Inc January 1998 - December 1999
Amway Corporation 1992 - 1998
Skills
Visual Arts, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Non-profits, Public Relations, Public Art, Capital Campaign..., Capital Projects, curatorial projects, Youth Development, Marketing, Festivals, Arts Administration, Community Arts, Urban Regeneration, Public Space, Strategic Planning, Emerging Artists, Arts Education, Art Education, Curatorial Projects, Art, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Curating, Contemporary Art, Fine Art, Museums, Art Exhibitions, Sculpture, Galleries
Education
Lesley University 2009 — 2011
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Art Institute of Boston
Kendall College of Art & Design 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Sculpture, Studio Furniture
Eastern Michigan University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing, Graphic Design
Milk Specialties Global June 2013 - Present
Abacco Partners DBA Surefil October 2009 - March 2012
2006-2009 Frost Incorporated July 2006 - July 2009
Paul Dakoske Building April 2005 - July 2006
Mannesmann Dematic Rapistan Corporation January 2000 - January 2005
Amway Corporation January 1993 - January 2000
Skills
Supply Chain, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management
Education
Ferris State University 1988 — 1992
Bachelors, Business Management
Ferris State University
B.S, Business Management
Amway March 2011 - Present
Amway Corporation, Ada MI June 2009 - June 2011
Amway Corporation November 2005 - June 2009
Amway 2003 - 2005
Amway Corporation October 2000 - November 2003
Amway 1997 - 2000
Skills
Personal Care, Brand Architecture, Sponsorship, Consumer Products, FMCG, Customer Insight, Global Marketing, Consumer Marketing, Brand Management, Shopper Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Segmentation, Marketing Research, Innovation Management, Brand Equity, Business Planning, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Marketing, Strategy
Education
Calvin College 1988 — 1992
BA, Major Business Marketing, Minor French, Psychology
Calvin College June 2013 - Present
Calvin College December 2012 - May 2013
Calvin College July 1999 - November 2012
Amway Corporation December 1989 - July 1999
Ernst & Young 1987 - 1989
Skills
Charitable Giving..., Charitable Giving, Charitable Trusts, Tax Law, Income Tax, Tax Accounting
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1982 — 1985
Juris Doctor, Law
Michigan State University 1981 — 1982
Bachelors, Business
Calvin College 1978 — 1980
Standard Process Inc. June 2014 - Present
Kiss Wellness LLC January 2010 - December 2014
Terlato Wines International January 2009 - June 2009
Terlato Wines International June 2001 - June 2007
AT&T July 1998 - July 2001
Amway Corporation June 1993 - June 1998
Skills
Wellness Coaching, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Development & delivery..., Product Development, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Brand Management, Food
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 1999 — 2001
MBA
Aquinas College 1989 — 1993
Bachelors of Science in Business Administration
Disability Advocates of Kent County April 2014 - Present
Blandford Nature Center 2010 - Present
Performance Improvement Plus September 1992 - Present
GRSource.org February 2013 - September 2013
Grand Valley State University September 2012 - October 2012
Priceline.com February 2010 - June 2010
Amway Corporation 1992 - 1998
Skills
Leadership Development, Performance Management, Organizational..., Non-profits, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Customer Service, Recruiting, Nonprofits, Management, Research, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Teaching, Workshop Facilitation, Event Planning, Fundraising, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, Coaching, Time Management, Interviews, Entrepreneurship, Training, Staff Development, Volunteer Management, Resume Writing, Career Counseling, Career Development, Grant Writing, Conflict Resolution, Executive Coaching, Leadership, Policy, Hiring
Education
Western Michigan University 1986 — 1992
MA, Organizational Psychology
Central Michigan University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science, Psychology, Business, Dance
Morningside Academy, Seattle, WA 2003 — 2003
Learning Sciences
WCSG Radio June 2011 - December 2014
WGVU August 2006 - May 2011
Clear Channel Radio February 2004 - August 2006
WGVU April 2002 - February 2004
Circuit City November 2001 - March 2002
Netsentinel September 2000 - June 2001
Amway Corporation October 1968 - August 2000
WOOD Radio 1300 1984 - 1992
WGRD FM Radio 1976 - 1983
WCUZ AM Radio January 1975 - November 1975
Skills
Selling, Product Development, Event Planning, Fundraising, Marketing, Social Media, Public Speaking, New Business Development, Non-profits, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Copywriting, Management, Sales, Radio, Customer Service, Media Relations, Sound, Nonprofits, Radio Broadcasting, Public Relations, Editing, Television, Broadcast, Video, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Radio Advertising, Video Production, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Media Planning, Sales Management, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Business Development, Leadership, CRM, Sponsorship, Newsletters, SEO, Advertising Sales, Event Management
Education
Career Academy Atlanta, GA 1967 — 1968
Graduate Certificate, Radio and Television Broadcasting
Davenport University
Business
Forest Hills High School
Forest Hills High School
Ottawa Hills High School
Ridgeview Junior High School
Independent Contractor October 2001 - Present
Foremost Insurance May 1999 - October 2001
Amway Corporation January 1980 - May 1999
Skills
Disaster Recovery, Microsoft SQL Server, Active Directory, VMware, Windows Server, Virtualization, Microsoft Exchange, System Administration, Servers, Troubleshooting, Data Center, SQL, Visio, Firewalls, Citrix, Cloud Computing
Education
Davenport University 1982 — 1987
BBA, Accounting
Amway Corporation 2012 - Present
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Content Management, Localization, Management, CMS, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Digital Asset Management, Marketing Communications, Budgets, Training, Marketing Strategy
Education
Florida State University 1982 — 1986
Biology, Geology
Gordon Food Service November 2014 - Present
Gordon Food Service December 2009 - November 2014
Gordon Food Service May 2007 - November 2009
Krueger Marketing & Design 2004 - 2006
Family Christian Stores 1999 - 2004
Amway Corporation 1996 - 1999
Woller, Cook, & Misamore Advertising 1992 - 1996
Skills
Design, Photography, Typography, Advertising, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Catalogs, Copywriting, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, Layout, Brochures, Graphics, Art Direction, Branding, Creative Strategy, Direct Mail, Corporate Identity, Corporate Branding, Posters, Marketing Communications, Mac, Image Editing, Newsletters, Pre-press, Digital Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Trade Shows, Creative Problem Solving, Packaging, Logo Design, Brand Development, Illustrator
Education
Davenport University 2011 — 2013
Human Resources Management
Central Michigan University 1991 — 1992
BAA, Journalism
Northern Michigan University 1988 — 1990
Hope Network April 2012 - Present
Alticor Inc June 2010 - February 2011
Alticor Inc 1984 - February 2011
Amway Corporation August 1979 - 1984
Skills
Lotus Notes, Word, Excel, XP, PeopleSoft, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Access, PowerPoint, Employee Relations, Process Improvement, Customer Relations, Data Entry, Mentoring, Windows, Accounting, Team Building, Social Networking, Teamwork, Social Media, Data Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, Payroll, ADP, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, ADP Payroll, Financial Reporting, Administrative..., Outlook, Attendance Enterprise, Leadership, Account Reconciliation, General Ledger, HRIS, Management, Spreadsheets, Finance, Employee Benefits, Training, Accounts Payable, Time Management, Enterprise Data
Education
Davenport University 1978 — 1979
AS, Business with emphasis on Hospitality Management
GREAAT Schools, Inc. November 2010 - Present
Macy's Incorporated July 2010 - March 2012
Grand Rapids Community College November 2001 - August 2010
Grand Rapids Community College February 2000 - November 2001
Amway Corporation April 1989 - February 1999
Gary J. McInerney Law Firm June 1986 - June 1987
Skills
Employee/Labor Relations, Legal Compliance, Executive Management, Hiring, Organizational..., Negotiation, Customer Relations, Policy Analysis, Contract Management, Labor Relations, Compensation, Employee Relations, HRIS, Performance Management, Coaching, Talent Management, HR Policies, Employment Law, Strategic Planning, Union Avoidance, Succession Planning, Budgeting, HR Strategy, Payroll Processing, Leadership Development, Team Building, Budgets, Recruiting, Payroll, Personnel Management, Deferred Compensation, Customer Service, System Administration, Staff Development, Interviews, Policy, Training, Employee Benefits, Leadership, Nonprofits
Education
Aquinas College
Masters, Management & Organizational Development
Davenport College 1987 — 1990
Bachelors, Business Administration
Davenport College 1984 — 1987
Associates, Legal Studies
Lewis & Kladder January 2015 - Present
Instudio, LLC May 2009 - December 2014
Gryphon Studios March 2006 - February 2008
Shears & Window 2005 - 2006
Susan Christman & Associates 2004 - 2005
Law Office of Mark Senick 2003 - 2004
Joey Acuna for Assembly May 2002 - September 2002
Amway Corporation 1990 - 2001
Foremost Corporation of America 1986 - 1990
Skills
Interior Design, Space-planning, Rendering, Interior Architecture, Renovation, Floor Plans, Furniture, Sustainable Design, Submittals, Green Building, Design Research, Architectural Design, Graphics, Residential Design, Custom Furniture, Residential Homes, Furnishings, Space planning, Sketching, Concept Design, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Art, Illustration, LEED AP, Finish, SketchUp, Drawing, Lighting Design, Landscape Design, LEED, Lighting, Flooring
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2002 — 2009
Interior Design & Architecture
Emory University School of Law 1983 — 1985
JD, Law
Hope College 1977 — 1981
BA, History and Philosophy
Amway April 2010 - Present
Amway Corporation April 2010 - Present
Procter & Gamble June 1985 - October 2009
Education
Case Western Reserve University 1981 — 1985
BS, Electrical Engineering & Applied Physics
Amway Supply Chain Center of Excellence September 2013 - Present
Amway Corporation 2009 - Present
Amway Operations 2008 - August 2013
Amway October 2005 - January 2008
Jackson Products April 2002 - July 2005
Jackson Safety 2002 - 2005
Coca-Cola Enterprises January 1999 - April 2002
Perrigo June 1991 - January 2002
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, CPIM, Forecasting, Sales Plan, Supply Chain, Production Planning, Supply Chain Management, Manugistics, MRP, Demand Planning, Materials Management, Inventory Management, Value Stream Mapping, Kaizen, Warehousing
Education
Davenport University 2005 — 2008
MBA, Strategic Management
Davenport University 1988 — 1995
BA, Business management, Marketing, Communications
IBM Center for Advanced Learning April 2013 - Present
IBM Global Business Services January 2004 - March 2013
CTG December 2002 - January 2004
Bianco Hopkins & Associates December 2001 - August 2002
IBM January 2000 - August 2001
IBM Global Services May 1999 - January 2000
IBM Global Services August 1995 - May 1999
Mei Technology, Inc January 1995 - July 1995
Amway Corporation December 1989 - September 1993
Skills
Business Analysis, E-Learning, Social Media, Video Production, Instructional Design, Camtasia, Serious Games, Content Development, User Experience, Adult Education, Training, ADDIE, Blended Learning, User Interface Design, Technical Training, Needs Analysis, Graphic Design, Captivate, Learning Management, Curriculum Design, Editing, Instructor-led Training, Training Delivery, Dreamweaver, SnagIt, Learning Management..., Technical Writing, Distance Learning, Organizational Learning, Performance Improvement, Workshop Facilitation, Employee Training, Multimedia, Performance Consulting, Educational Technology, Hands-on Training, Knowledge Management, Lectora, Task Analysis, Software Documentation, SCORM
Education
The University of Georgia 1993 — 1995
M.ED., Instructional Technology
Ferris State University 1986 — 1990
B.S., Television Production
Montblanc May 2011 - Present
Swarovski August 2010 - May 2011
Germiphene Corporation March 2010 - June 2010
Amway Corporation November 2008 - January 2010
DDB Brand & Communications Consultancy January 2005 - October 2008
Arachnid Interactive Sdn Bhd July 2003 - December 2004
Draft FCB (Formerly known as Foote Cone and Belding Advertising) February 2001 - June 2003
Skills
Advertising, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Customer Insight, Digital Strategy, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Direct Marketing, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Event Planning, Merchandising, Retail, Market Research, Marketing, CRM, Strategy, Marketing Research, Strategic Communications
Education
Charles Sturt University 2000 — 2000
B.A in Communication (Advertising)
Institute Advertising Communication Training (IACT) 1997 — 1999
Diploma in Marketing Communication
SMDU 1992 — 1996
SRK Taman SEA 1986 — 1991
Grand Rapids Community College May 2010 - Present
Allegra Print & Imaging June 2009 - Present
Allegra Print & Imaging January 2009 - Present
Great Lakes Healthcare March 2009 - April 2013
Great Lakes Healthcare Resources January 2009 - April 2013
CompRENEW Environmental October 2009 - April 2010
Access Business Group January 2001 - January 2009
Access Business Group January 2001 - January 2009
Amway Corporation January 2001 - January 2009
Access Business Group January 1998 - January 2001
Skills
Pre-press, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Windows 95, Leopard, XP, Windows 7, Photoshop, Word, InDesign, Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office, Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Mac, Print Production, Digital Printing, 4-color Process, Social Media, Customer Relations, Printers, Catalogs, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Mac OS X, Windows, Scheduling, Research, Troubleshooting, Scanners, Inventory Management, Variable Data Printing, Computer Hardware
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2010 — 2013
AAS, Computer Applications
Comprenew Environmental 2009 — 2010
pC and Mac environments
Ferris State University 1979 — 1981
Electronic Technology / Criminal Justice
Grand Rapids Community College 1977 — 1979
AAS, Electronic Technology
Federal Mogul- Greenville August 2014 - Present
Federal Mogul November 2013 - Present
Amway Corporation June 2011 - February 2013
Woodward, Inc. May 2005 - October 2008
Attwood Corporation (Brunswick Company) July 2000 - April 2005
Attwood Corporation- Steelcase Subsidiary January 1995 - July 2000
Vickers Electromech (Formerly McDonnell Douglas) June 1986 - January 1995
Herposheimers Department Store June 1984 - May 1986
Skills
Supply Chain Management..., Dale Carnegie Training, Negotiations..., Business..., Excel and Microsoft..., Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Global Sourcing, Purchasing, Forecasting, Lean Manufacturing, MRP, Inventory Management, Root Cause Analysis, Logistics, Inventory Control, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Management, Negotiation, Retail, Sourcing
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2014
B.S. Biology, Biology
Ferris State University 1980 — 1984
B.S. Marketing/A.A.S. Retail Fashion Merchandising, Marketing
ISM Institute of Supply Chain Management 1990 — 2009
Purchasing Certification
Mona Shores High School 1977 — 1980
High School Diploma, College-Prep English, Math & Science
TIMET August 2008 - Present
Durr Systems, Inc. March 2006 - August 2008
Amway Corporation April 1990 - January 2000
Skills
Predictive Maintenance, Maintenance Management, PLC, Electricians, Process Control, Preventive Maintenance, Variable Frequency..., Instrumentation, Project Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, PLC Programming, Plant Maintenance, Lean Manufacturing, Factory, Protective Relays, Testing, Troubleshooting, Automation, Manufacturing, Steel, Pneumatics
Education
DeVry University-Ohio 1981 — 1984
Electronic Tech, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Carson City Crystal High School 1977 — 1981
High School Diploma, College prep Chemistry, Electronics, Physics, Calc
Shirey Consulting Services August 2003 - Present
SSA Global May 2002 - August 2003
Computer Associates September 1998 - May 2002
Systems Start Up 1996 - 1998
Keeler Brass Company March 1984 - November 1996
Amway Corporation November 1978 - November 1984
Skills
RPG, ERP, EDI, SQL, XML, COBOL, Integration, SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, Supply Chain, Visio, Management Consulting, Business Process..., E-commerce, Enterprise Software, Project Planning, Start-ups, Project Management, Business Intelligence, Change Management, IT Strategy, Pre-sales, Software Project..., Business Process, Systems Analysis, Process Improvement, Management, IT Management, Professional Services, Consulting, SaaS, Software Development, Leadership, Enterprise Architecture, Cloud Computing, Databases, Software Implementation, Vendor Management, Data Warehousing, Solution Architecture, PMP, IBM iSeries, Outsourcing, IT Service Management, Requirements Gathering, Disaster Recovery, Data Migration, Project Portfolio..., Information Technology
Education
State University of New York at Buffalo 1972 — 1973
MS, Operations Research
State University of New York at Binghamton 1966 — 1970
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Physics and Mathematics
SpartanNash Company November 2013 - Present
Spartan Stores September 2000 - Present
Amway Corporation 1992 - 2000
Aetna Casualty and Surety, SCA 1990 - 1992
Alderink and Associates, Inc. 1989 - 1990
Skills
Risk Assessment, Enterprise Risk..., Business Continuity, Crisis Management, Occupational Health, Process Safety..., Workers Compensation, Claim, Risk Management, Safety Management..., Auditing, Policy, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Liability, Management, Private Investigations, Supervisory Skills, Income Statement, Brokers, Security Management, Team Building, Budgets, Emergency Management, Legal Liability, Financial Risk, Loss Prevention, Internal Investigations, Casualty, Asset Protection, Investigation, Insurance, Internal Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Claims Management, Employee Benefits, Grocery, Claim Investigation, Litigation Management, Pricing, Surveillance, Property & Casualty..., Process Improvement, Physical Security, Hiring, Internal Controls, Corporate Security, Professional Liability, Training
Education
Ferris State University
B.S., Industrial and Environmental Health Managment
J.W. Business Consulting August 2014 - Present
Sabbitical August 2013 - July 2014
Amway Corporation October 1996 - August 2013
JC Penney 1985 - 1995
Skills
Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Leadership, Business Planning, Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Consulting, Digital Strategy, Budgets, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing, Customer Insight, Brand Architecture, Packaging, Beauty Industry, Competitive Analysis, Global Marketing, International Marketing, Multicultural Marketing, International Sales, International Business, Multinational, Cross-cultural Teams, Inspiring Leadership, Customer Engagement, Brand Loyalty, Negotiation, CPG Industry, Retail Marketing, Performance Improvement, P&L Management, Vendor Relationships, Mentoring, Coaching, Training, Market Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Strategic Communications, Online Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Market Planning, Strategy, Market Research, Marketing, Product Management, Sales
Education
Western Michigan University - Haworth College of Business 1998 — 2000
MBA, International Business
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business 1991 — 1993
BA Marketing, Marketing, Psychology, Business
Grand Rapids Community College 1989 — 1991
Associate's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
BGM Engineering Inc. November 2010 - Present
Trident Innovative Technology Systems December 2009 - January 2013
Autosplice, Inc. May 2004 - April 2009
OASIS SILICON SYSTEMS INCORPORATED September 2001 - September 2002
Tyco Electronics (Global Automotive Division) April 1994 - September 2001
Syron Engineering and Manufacturing Co. September 1991 - November 1993
Dimango Products Corporation March 1990 - September 1991
Amway Corporation February 1985 - March 1990
Scoville Security Products Division (Yale Locks) May 1980 - December 1984
Skills
FMEA, PPAP, APQP, TS16949, Electronics, Manufacturing, Product Development, Microsoft Office, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Automotive, Design for Manufacturing, Product Design, Engineering, Injection Molding, PCB design, Root Cause Analysis, Solidworks, Six Sigma, Manufacturing..., Components, CAD, SPC, Design of Experiments, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing..., R&D, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Program Management, Testing, ISO, Systems Engineering, Sensors, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Finite Element Analysis, Automotive Engineering, Automation, Process Engineering, Machine Tools, DMAIC, Pro Engineer, Supplier Quality, Quality System, GD&T, Quality Management, Kanban, Electrical Engineering, Semiconductors
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 2003 — 2010
Computer Sciences
Amway Corporation February 2013 - September 2013
Amway Corporation December 2008 - February 2013
Amway Corporation 2003 - 2008
Amway 2000 - 2003
Amway 1994 - 2000
Skills
Strategic Planning, Quality Assurance, Compliance, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Team Building, Regulatory Affairs, Leadership, R&D, Budgets, Strategy, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Entrepreneurship, Management, Team Leadership, Project Management
Education
Davenport University 1999 — 2000
MBA, Global Leadership Emphasis
Grand Valley State University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science, Biology/Chemistry
Elite School Management August 2014 - Present
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs December 2013 - Present
Henry Ford July 2011 - September 2013
U.S. Army Contracting Command January 2011 - May 2011
Kaplan Career Institute March 2008 - January 2011
University of Phoenix April 2004 - April 2008
UAW Legal Services October 2001 - April 2003
Amway Corporation February 1992 - June 2000
Skills
Social Media, Coaching, Outlook, Management, Change Management, Contract Management, Budgets, Project Management, Staff Development, Access, Critical Thinking, Lotus Notes, Recruiting, College Recruiting, Career Counseling, Project Planning, Process Improvement, Proposal Writing, Customer Service, Human Resources, Public Speaking, Policy, Leadership Development, Teaching, Interviews, Employee Training, Social Networking, Fundraising, Time Management, Process Scheduler, Analysis, Onboarding, System Administration, Employee Benefits, Nonprofits, Accounts Payable, Teamwork, Contract Negotiation, Performance Management, Applicant Tracking..., Team Leadership, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, Payroll, Higher Education, Healthcare
Education
Davenport University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Management & Management
Davenport University- Human Resource Management Degree 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science in 1999, Human Resources Management and Services, 3.5
Smith Noble Consulting February 2006 - Present
Amway Corporation December 1999 - February 2006
Skills
Change Management, Employee Relations, Organizational..., Coaching, Team Building, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Talent Management, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Succession Planning, Onboarding, Interviewing, Resume Writing, Management Consulting, Mentoring, Global HR, Talent Development, HR Strategy, HR Consulting, Organizational..., Conflict Resolution, Management, Human Resources, Recruiting, Public Relations, Deferred Compensation, Budgets, Leadership, Administrative support, Writing, Organization, Personnel Management
Education
University of Phoenix 2000 — 2003
MBA, Business
Spring Arbor University 1993 — 1995
BA, Management and Organizational Development
American Institute for Paralegal Studies
Certificate of Paralegal Science, paralegal certificate
Aquinas College
Spanish language studies
Marketlab Inc - Newmatic Medical December 2007 - June 2013
Marketlab Inc December 2007 - June 2013
Amway Corporation June 1990 - April 2007
Commercial Office Supply June 1987 - June 1990
Bouroughs LSI June 1984 - October 1986
Skills
Marketing and Brand..., Global Brand Management, Product Vision and..., International Trade..., Cross-functional Team..., Multi-Cultural Team..., Advertising Management, Sales Presentations, Product Management, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Budgets, Medical Devices, Leadership, Product Launch, Management, New Business Development, Brand Development, Sales, Marketing, Negotiation, Program Management, Product Marketing, Selling, Purchasing, Competitive Analysis, Strategy, Marketing Management, B2B, Sales Management
Education
Calvin College 1979 — 1984
BFA
Amway September 2010 - Present
Amway March 2004 - October 2010
Amway 2000 - March 2004
Amway Corporation August 1997 - August 2000
Amway September 1994 - August 1997
Amway November 1992 - September 1994
Skills
Management, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Change Management, Project Management, International Project..., Leadership Development, Process Improvement..., Organizational..., Product Development, Budgets, Supply Chain Management, Strategy, Project Planning, Program Management, Marketing, Business Process...
Education
Aquinas College 1995 — 1997
Masters In Management, International Marketing
Aquinas College
BS, Chemistry, Minor in Mathematics
Amway Corporation August 2012 - May 2014
Bravo Learning Technologies January 2008 - May 2014
SmartEd Services (A Division of Cleveland Corporate Services) January 2011 - August 2012
Generation Care Health Centers January 2006 - November 2008
Lawrence Technological University June 2004 - August 2008
Mona Shores Public Schools, Office of Curriculum, Instruction & Assessment March 2004 - July 2008
Gordon Food Services Headquarters July 2003 - March 2004
Mona Shores High School August 2001 - July 2003
Grand Haven Area Public Schools February 1998 - August 2001
ExecuTrain of Grand Rapids October 1996 - February 1998
Skills
Instructional Design, Training, Staff Development, E-Learning, Software Documentation, Program Management, Curriculum Design, Coaching, Analysis, Project Planning, Public Speaking, Instructor-led Training, Data Analysis, Interviews
Education
Western Michigan University 1995 — 2000
Masters of Education Professional Development, Training & Development, Masters Degree
Ferris State University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Administration Degree, Human Resources Development/Training Development
WhiteWave Foods 2008 - Present
Molson Coors Brewing Co. May 2005 - January 2008
Coors Brewing Co.- Coors Brewing Worldwide Division April 2003 - April 2005
Coors Brewing Company May 2000 - March 2003
Amway Corporation February 1991 - May 2000
Kal Kan Foods (M&M Mars) June 1985 - February 1991
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Project Management, Process Development, Project Portfolio..., Process Engineering, Process Simulation, MS Project, Six Sigma, Program Management, Management, Business Process, Strategy, R&D, Product Development, Training, Process Improvement, Product Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain Management
Education
Colorado State University 1980 — 1985
BS, Chemical Engineering - Chem E.
Suzanne M. Dahlstedt CPA PC ControllerHi-Tec Enterprises Inc.1990 - 1995
Amway Corporation 1982 - 1990
Deloitte & Touche 1980 - 1982
Education
Aquinas College 1977 — 1980
BSBA, Accounting, Business Administration
Amway North America 1999 - Present
Countryside Tours, Inc. 2005 - 2011
Amway Corporation 1992 - 1998
Skills
Strategy Development, Data Analysis, Copy Editing, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Direct Marketing, Customer Relations, Multi-channel Marketing, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Leadership, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media, Management, Marketing Communications, CRM, Brand Management, E-commerce, B2B, Integrated Marketing, Business Strategy, Newsletters, Customer Insight, Brand Development, Cross-functional Team..., Market Planning, Digital Strategy, Program Management, Marketing Management, Competitive Analysis, Segmentation, Relationship Marketing, Market Research, Budgets, Mobile Devices, Web Marketing, Marketing Research, Product Marketing, Product Launch, Analysis, Mobile Marketing, Lead Generation, B2B Marketing, Brand Awareness
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 2007 — 2009
CTIS
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1999 — 2000
CPDM
Central Michigan University 1974 — 1978
BS in BA
Amway Corporation November 1993 - Present
aka Nutrilite/Alticor/Amway November 1993 - Present
Nurilite Products 1993 - Present
Xerox Corporation May 1981 - November 1993
Skills
Quality Assurance, Performance Management, Leadership, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Coaching
Education
California State University-Long Beach
BS, Engineering and Industrial Technology
University of La Verne
MS, Education
University of Redlands
BS, Business
University of Southern California
Ph.D. (ADB), Education/Organizational Development
Deborah Johnson Wood Creative July 2001 - Present
Rapid Growth Media September 2006 - June 2014
Amway Corporation September 1979 - January 2000
Skills
Editing, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Marketing, Online Journalism, Social Media, Copywriting, Public Relations, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Fashion Design, Sewing, Recycling, Journalism, Advertising, Online Marketing, Dedication to work, Nonprofits
Education
Aquinas College
Theology, Writing
Leadership Grand Rapids 2009 — 2010
DWH, LLC (DWH) October 2013 - June 2015
Design Design January 2013 - September 2013
DWH, LLC (DWH) July 2012 - January 2013
Amway Corporation 2011 - May 2012
Amway Corporation 2008 - 2010
The Procter & Gamble Company 2001 - 2007
Procter & Gamble Europe 2000 - 2001
Procter & Gamble CEEMEA 1999 - 1999
Procter & Gamble Nordic 1996 - 1999
Procter & Gamble Germany 1994 - 1996
Skills
Strategic Planning, Leadership, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Long Range Planning, Banking Relationships, Budget Management, Reporting & Analysis, Business Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Annual Budgets, Budgeting, Budgets, Strategy, Finance, Financial Reporting, Change Management, Management, Analysis, Pricing, Restructuring, Business Strategy, FMCG, Consumer Products, Strategic Financial..., Financial Planning, Financial Management, Corporate Finance, Marketing Plans, Marketing Strategy, Cost Reduction, Cost Control, Cost Analysis, Profit Planning, Profitability Analysis, Profit Improvement, Capital Budgeting, P&L Management, Strategy Development, International Business, Competitive Analysis
Education
Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business 1982 — 1984
MBA, Finance/General Management, 3.98
Calvin College 1978 — 1982
BA, Business Economics, 3.67
Amway Corporation November 2012 - Present
Amway Corporation March 1997 - November 2012
Amway Corporation June 1981 - March 1997
The Upjohn Company May 1980 - September 1980
Skills
Product Development, Chemistry, R&D, Research, Cost Savings, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning, Data Analysis, Science, Problem Solving, Formulation Development, Critical Thinking, Design of Experiments, Polymers, Formulation, Process Improvement, Analytical Chemistry, UV/Vis, Analysis, Process Simulation, Technology Transfer, Raw Materials, Chemical Engineering, Continuous Improvement, GMP, Manufacturing, Validation, Commercialization, Surfactants, Quality System, Personal Care, Lifesciences, Polymer Chemistry, Emulsions, Surface Chemistry, FDA, Process Engineering, Coatings, Product Innovation, Materials, Ingredients, Process Optimization, Additives, Adhesives, Plastics, Wet Chemistry, Materials Science
Education
Calvin College 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemistry
Amway Corporation May 2011 - Present
Sunset Coast Golf LLC February 2010 - February 2014
Sears Holdings Corporation May 2010 - June 2011
Population Services International February 2009 - March 2010
Cone, Inc. 2007 - February 2009
Whirlpool 2002 - 2007
American Chemistry Council 1999 - 2002
Skills
Corporate Social..., Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Stakeholder Engagement, Global Marketing, Cause Marketing, Corporate Branding, Brand Architecture, Brand Management, Program Development, International..., Social Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Product Marketing, Employee Engagement, Fundraising, Spokesperson, Corporate Development, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Community Development, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Program Management, Leadership, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Marketing, Corporate Citizenship, Strategic Communications, Contract Negotiation, Philanthropy, Management, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Strategy, Sustainability, Business Development
Education
Clemson University - College of Business and Behavioral Science 1994 — 1995
M.S., Agricultural and Applied Economics
Clemson University - College of Business and Behavioral Science 1989 — 1993
B.S., Economics
C. Milton Wright High School 1986 — 1989
Amway February 2014 - Present
netlogx December 2013 - March 2014
Amway Corporation June 2011 - November 2013
Crowe Horwath LLP 2008 - 2010
Meijer, Inc. August 2006 - June 2008
Meijer, Inc. June 2001 - August 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Visio, MS Project, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Team Leadership, Budgets, Leadership, Data Analysis, Project Planning, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Process Improvement, Project Management, Management, Marketing, Team Building, Product Development, Management Consulting, CRM, Product Management, Training, Human Resources, Time Management, Benefits Open..., Affordable Care Act, Public Speaking
Education
Davenport University 2013 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Strategic Planning
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Arts, English / History
Gaslight Promotional Consulting, Inc. August 2008 - Present
Studio Ink Corp. April 2004 - August 2008
Talisman Incentives and Promotions, Inc. February 1991 - April 2004
Harry A Baker Co. September 1986 - February 1991
Mid America Industries April 1984 - September 1986
Amway Corporation December 1978 - April 1984
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Customer Service, New Business Development, Leadership, Business Development, Brand Development, Management, Sales Management, Team Building, Online Advertising, Product Marketing, Lead Generation, Trade Shows, Entrepreneurship, Account Management, Event Planning, Budgets, B2B, Public Speaking, Social Media, Small Business, Sales, Social Networking, Public Relations, Event Management, SEO, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Direct Mail, Online Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Management
Education
Aquinas College 1974 — 1978
B.S., Physical Education, Business Minor
Traverse City Convention & Visitors Bureau (dba: Traverse City Tourism) December 2005 - Present
Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau January 2002 - December 2005
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids Inc. May 2000 - December 2001
Amway Corporation May 1999 - April 2000
Amway Hotel Corporation January 1993 - August 1998
Club Corporation of America June 1989 - March 1993
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel (Amway Hotel Corporation) July 1986 - June 1989
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel (Amway Hotel Corporation) July 1985 - July 1986
Peter Island Resort (Amway Hotel Corporation) July 1983 - July 1985
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel (Amway Hotel Corporation) March 1981 - July 1983
Skills
Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Destination Marketing, Media Relations, Media Planning, Media Buying, Advertising, Board Relations, Budget Process, Writing, Public Speaking, Staff Management, Member Relations
Education
Davenport University
BS, Marketing and Hospitality Management, Graduated with Highest Honors
Western Michigan University
Grand Rapids Community College 1974 — 1976
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Amway Corporation April 2011 - Present
ACS Group & Wisemen Consultants January 2010 - April 2011
BMC Software Inc. April 2007 - December 2009
Birlasoft Inc. February 1999 - March 2007
Techna February 1996 - January 1999
Fujitsu ICIM January 1995 - January 1996
MSTC 1988 - January 1995
Skills
Global Talent..., New Business Development, Operations Management, Six Sigma, Talent Management, Project Management, Social Media Recruiting, Human Capital Management, Interview Coaching, Sales Coach, Applied Behavior..., Behavioural Change, Personality Profiling, Hypnotherapy, Handwriting Analysis, NLP, Strategic Leadership, Personality Testing, Employer Branding, Job Coaching, Recruiting, Human Resources, Temporary Placement, Organizational..., Personnel Management, Training, Talent Acquisition, Team Building, Sourcing, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Strategy, Screening, Sales, Outsourcing, Screening Resumes, Vendor Management, Internet Recruiting, Executive Search, Strategic Sourcing, Applicant Tracking..., Onboarding, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Employee Relations, Performance Appraisal, Coaching, HR Policies, Technical Recruiting, HR Consulting
Education
Center for Community Leadership, Grand Rapids 2014 — 2015
Urban Education and Leadership
Xavier Institute of Social Service 1986 — 1988
MBA, HR, Training and Development, Management
Ranchi University 1982 — 1985
BS, Physics
Society For Human Resources Management, USA
SPHR Certification
Michigan Chamber of Commerce July 2010 - Present
Michigan Association of Chamber Professionals (MACP) June 2004 - Present
Michigan Chamber of Commerce August 1997 - Present
Michigan Chamber of Commerce October 2001 - December 2007
Michigan Chamber Foundation August 1997 - October 2001
Amway Corporation 1995 - 1996
Amway Corporation 1995 - 1996
Amway Corporation 1995 - 1996
Amway Corporation 1995 - 1996
Skills
Chambers of Commerce, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Event Management, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Management, Fundraising, Training, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Public Relations, Sustainable Business, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Entrepreneurship, Social Networking, Policy, Team Building, Customer Service, Coaching, Workshop Facilitation, Staff Development, Employee Benefits, New Business Development, Marketing, Negotiation, Research, PowerPoint, Community Development, Business Planning, Budgets, Grant Writing, Report Writing, Membership Sales, Government Affairs
Education
Central Michigan University 2005 — 2007
MSA
Grand Valley State University 1992 — 1996
BA
Amway Corporation January 2009 - Present
NSK Deutschland GmbH January 2007 - December 2008
NSK Corporation January 2003 - December 2006
NSK Corporation February 2001 - December 2002
NSK Corporation November 1998 - January 2001
Skills
Strategic Planning, Market Research, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, CRM, Management, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, Leadership, Business Planning, Forecasting, Segmentation, Automotive, New Business Development, Business Intelligence, Lead Generation, Business Development, Marketing Management, Project Management, Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Process Improvement, Business Strategy, International Sales
Education
Davenport University 2014 — 2014
Amway Leadership Certification Program
Illinois Institute of Technology 2010 — 2010
Institute of Design - Human Centered Design Training
Paragon Leadership International 2006 — 2006
Women's Leadership Training
Thunderbird School of Global Management 1994 — 1995
MIM, Marketing, Import/Export
Kalamazoo College 1987 — 1991
BA, Business Administration, Economics, German
Eaton May 2014 - Present
Eaton Corporation April 2012 - May 2014
Amway Corporation January 2011 - March 2012
MICROSOFT March 2008 - December 2010
Microsoft April 2008 - December 2008
Microsoft Corporation January 2007 - April 2008
Eaton Corporation April 2000 - January 2007
Eaton Corporation 2000 - 2007
Eaton August 2004 - April 2006
Eaton Corporation July 2003 - August 2004
Skills
Forecasting, Variance Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Business Process..., Finance, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Management
Education
Baldwin-Wallace College 2005 — 2010
Degree: MBA 2010
Seattle University 2007 — 2009
NA, MBA courses
Bowling Green State University 1993 — 1998
Degree: BSBA, Finance and Accounting
Foremost Insurance Company February 2007 - Present
Foremost Insurance Company January 2006 - February 2007
Foremost Insurance Company July 2001 - January 2006
Foremost Insurance Company October 2000 - July 2001
Amway Corporation June 1999 - August 2000
Amway Corporation January 1996 - June 1999
Skills
Active Directory, SharePoint, Insurance, SDLC, Business Analysis, Visio, Disaster Recovery, Software Documentation, Requirements Analysis, LDAP, Mainframe, Training, Call Center, Unix, HTML, Project Management, SQL, VMware, Microsoft Office, Javascript, MySQL, cpanel, PHP, phpMyAdmin, Filezilla, Photoshop, jQuery, Sencha, Ruby on Rails, JavaScript, Instructional Design, Networking, Servers, Network Administration, Web Applications, Captivate, CSS, Help Desk Support, Windows, Network Engineering, Instructor-led Training, Needs Analysis, Training Delivery, Technical Training, Operating Systems, Relational Databases, Database Design, Blended Learning
Education
Grand Valley State University 2001 — 2004
MS, Computer Science
Davenport University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Software Engineering
Ranir LLC April 2005 - Present
Johnson Controls 2001 - 2005
Johnson Controls Automotive 2001 - 2005
The Perrigo Company 1993 - 2000
Amway Corporation 1981 - 1993
Skills
Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing Management, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Brand Management, New Business Development, Market Planning, Product Launch, Market Research, Product Management, Forecasting, Consumer Products, Packaging, Marketing Research, Marketing, Sales Management, Business Strategy, Strategy, Pharmaceutical Industry, Business Development, Sales, International Sales
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management 1979 — 1981
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing
Alfred University 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance, General
Fitness Together May 2008 - March 2010
Alticor Inc. September 2005 - September 2007
Alticor Inc. January 1999 - September 2005
Amway Corporation June 1998 - January 1999
Amway Corporation January 1996 - June 1998
Amway Corporation October 1992 - January 1996
Insight Marketing, Inc. July 1992 - October 1992
Ross Sales Promotions, Inc. October 1991 - July 1992
Skills
Personal Training, Health Education, CPR Certified, Office Administration
Education
Blue Heron Academy of Healing Arts & Sciences 2007 — 2008
CPT, Health and Fitness
Davenport University 1994 — 1998
BBS, International Business
Fifth Third Bank September 2000 - Present
Kent County Sheriff Department April 2003 - December 2006
Amway Corporation November 1989 - September 2000
Education
Davenport University 2007 — 2011
E-Messenger Internet Consulting, Inc. March 2011 - December 2014
E-Messenger Internet Consulting, Inc. March 2011 - December 2014
e-Messenger Consulting Corp. November 2001 - March 2011
Schuler Books & Music November 2002 - May 2005
Davenport University 2002 - 2002
Quixtar Inc. November 1999 - August 2001
Amway Corporation April 1980 - November 1999
WZZM-TV January 1973 - April 1980
Skills
Blogging, SEO, Social Networking, Content Development, Social Media, Writing, Website Development, Copywriting, Editing, Wordpress, Web Content, Public Relations, Facebook, Copy Editing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Proofreading, Publications, E-commerce, Creative Direction, SEM, Content Strategy, CMS, Editorial, Advertising, WordPress, Creative Writing, Content Management, Newsletters, Web Content Management, Digital Media, News Writing, Press Releases, Corporate Communications
Education
Western Michigan University 1981 — 1985
MA, Communications
Central Michigan University 1970 — 1972
BS, Broadcast & Cinematic Arts
Icon Information Consultants May 2014 - Present
Green Paws Unlimited LLC May 2012 - Present
Amway 2007 - Present
Quixtar / Amway June 2006 - Present
Amway Corporation 1990 - Present
Amway May 2010 - May 2012
Access Business Group / Amway September 1996 - June 2003
Skills
Business Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., JD Edwards, Logistics, Management, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Business Process..., Inventory Management, Analysis, Strategy
Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Science, Dual Business / Communications
Grand Valley State University
Master of Science, Communications
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business
Graduate Certificate, Supply Chain Management
Van Andel Institute April 2006 - Present
Comcast Spotlight October 2000 - April 2006
Amway Corporation 1994 - 2000
Skills
Live Events, Video, Post Production, Public Speaking, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Public Relations, Social Media, Editing, Multimedia, Video Editing
Education
Ferris State University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Television and Digital Media
St. Clair County Community College 1990 — 1992
Associate of Arts
Saks Fifth Avenue September 2011 - Present
Tom Ford Beauty June 2011 - July 2011
pamella roland 2010 - June 2011
Faconnable 2008 - September 2010
Fendi (LVMH group) 2005 - 2008
Isabella Rosellini Cosmetics, Toni & Tina Cosmetics, Various 2000 - 2005
Vincent Longo 1998 - 2000
Amway Corporation 1992 - 1998
Dayton Hudson Department Store Company 1987 - 1992
Skills
Fashion, Luxury Goods, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Special Events, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Online Advertising, International
Education
Alma College
Bachelor of Arts, Marketing - International Business
Aquinas College
Masters Management, Marketing
Harcek Consulting October 2010 - Present
The Dow Chemical Company (contract) October 2008 - Present
Whirlpool Corporation 2004 - 2014
Talent ARC LLC April 2010 - February 2012
Amway Corporation 1999 - 2002
Education
Central Michigan University 1998 — 2001
MSA, Human Resources
Amway Corporation October 2013 - Present
Alticor 1996 - 1999
Buck & Pulleyn 1995 - 1996
Spirit Cruises 1993 - 1994
Davis & Company Advertising Agency 1989 - 1992
DDB Needham 1987 - 1989
Skills
Graphic Design, Creative Development, Art Direction, Typography, Creative Direction
Education
College for Creative Studies 1984 — 1986
BFA, Graphic Communications
Michigan State University 1981 — 1983
Amway Corporation January 2014 - Present
Amway Corporation August 2012 - Present
Custom Food Innovations, LLC May 2003 - July 2012
AURORA FOODS INC December 1998 - October 2000
BOEHRINGER INGELHEIM (Roxane Laboratories Inc January 1998 - December 1998
Abbott Laboratories August 1991 - January 1998
Roxane Laboratories 1989 - 1991
Skills
Process Engineering, Troubleshooting, Supply Chain, Research, HACCP, Product Development, Innovative Thinking, Cost Analysis, Cost Reduction, Project Management, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Quality Assurance, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Cost Benefit, Competitive Analysis, Food Industry, Manufacturing, Pharmaceutical Industry, Process Improvement, R, Strategy, Validation, Supply Chain Management, Ingredients, GMP, Change Management, Food Science, Executive Management, Leadership, Purchasing, Start-ups, Technology Transfer, R&D, Management
Education
Franklin University 2001 — 2003
MBA, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
The Ohio State University 1983 — 1991
BS, Food Science and Engineering
Nuance Solutions October 2012 - Present
Nuance Solutions October 2012 - Present
Safety-Kleen 2001 - October 2012
Safety-Kleen 2000 - 2001
Safety-Kleen 1997 - 2000
Safety-Kleen 1994 - 1997
Bayer USA 1987 - 1994
Amway Corporation 1976 - 1987
Skills
Hazardous Waste..., RCRA, C++, Waste Management, Recycling, R&D, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., DOT regulations, Commercialization, Environmental Services, Formulation, Waste, Environmental Permitting, Water, Waste to Energy, Phase I, Raw Materials, Environmental..., HAZWOPER, EPA, Remediation, Waste Reduction, Environmental Compliance, EHS, Environmental..., Hazardous Materials, Environmental Consulting, Wastewater Treatment, Industrial Hygiene, Solid Waste, Environmental Awareness, Chemical Engineering, Water Treatment, Regulatory Affairs, Environmental Issues, Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Coatings, Process Simulation, Environmental Auditing, Disposal, Environmental Impact..., Surfactants, Emulsions, Soil, Manufacturing, Sustainability, Continuous Improvement
Education
Aquinas College 1971 — 1975
BS, MBA, Chemistry, Mathematics
CoA July 2015 - Present
Interdev Co Ltd May 2014 - July 2015
Taigle LLC April 2013 - December 2013
Amway Corporation April 2012 - April 2013
Imperative Wireless July 2008 - August 2008
Skills
ASP.NET, WCF, C#, Java, C++, ActionScript, ZPL, VB.net, Android Development, MySQL, UNIX Script, Maven, JSTL, Spring MVC, Javascript, JQuery, AngularJS, Grunt, CSS, SASS, JavaScript, VB.NET, Mobile Applications, Unix
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 2003 — 2012
Computer Science BS, Computer Science
Amway Corporation November 1992 - Present
Amway August 2002 - September 2008
Skills
Strategic Planning, PMP, Program Management, Supply Chain Management, Product Development, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., ERP, Process Improvement, Change Management, Six Sigma, Leadership, Operations Management, Logistics, Contract Negotiation, Project Planning, Supply Chain, Project Management, Business Process..., Business Analysis, Vendor Management
Education
Central Michigan University 1973 — 1976
B.S., Computer Science, Mathematics
University of Colorado Colorado Springs June 2013 - Present
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs January 2010 - Present
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs July 2008 - June 2013
Michigan State University January 2008 - August 2008
Cascade Engineering 2002 - 2003
Herman Miller June 2000 - December 2001
Amway Corporation 1985 - 2000
S. Abraham & Sons 1982 - 1984
Skills
Business Ethics, International Business..., Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Sustainability, Public Speaking, Corporate Social..., Entrepreneurship, Marketing, New Business Development, Microsoft Office, Leadership, International Business, Management, Business Planning, Research, Business Strategy, Leadership Development, Sales, Teaching, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Data Analysis, Market Research, University Teaching, Qualitative Research, Published Author
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad College of Business 2004 — 2007
PhD, Marketing & International Business
Grand Valley State University 1996 — 2000
MBA, Business Administration
Aquinas College 1986 — 1988
BS, Business
Aon May 1997 - Present
Amway Corporation April 1994 - April 1997
Skills
Health Insurance, Insurance, Strategic Planning, Disability Insurance, Benefits Administration, Risk Management, Non-profits, Fundraising, Healthcare, Organizational..., Retirement, Employee Relations, Team Building, Marketing, Public Speaking, Employee Benefits, Management, Leadership, Program Management, Underwriting, Nonprofits, Life Insurance
Education
University of Michigan 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology
Central Michigan University 1987 — 1989
Master of Arts (MA), Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Essential Ingredients, Inc. May 2011 - Present
Seppic August 2010 - June 2011
Rhodia February 2009 - August 2010
The McIntyre Group January 2007 - September 2009
Croda April 2001 - December 2006
Costec August 1999 - March 2001
Collaborative Labs 1997 - 2000
Amway 1993 - 1997
Amway Corporation 1990 - 1993
Skills
Cosmetics, Consumer Products, Personal Care, Raw Materials, Skin Care, Chemistry, Ingredients, R&D, Product Development, Polymers, Cross-functional Team..., GMP, Formulation, Manufacturing, Analytical Chemistry, Market Development, Coatings
Education
Aquinas College
BS, Biology
Hastings High School
HS Diploma
SpartanNash February 2014 - Present
Amway Corporation October 2007 - February 2014
Cargill Kitchen Solutions January 2002 - August 2007
Fishbeck, Thompson, Carr & Huber, Inc. 1999 - January 2002
Marsh & McLennan Companies, Inc. 1993 - 1999
Skills
Event Planning, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Administrative Support, Scheduling, Lotus Notes, Office Management, Administrative..., QuickBooks, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Time Management, Marketing, Social Media, Process Scheduler, Spreadsheets, Invoicing, Office Administration, Accounts Payable, Access, Project Management, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Payroll, Budgets, Administrative..., Social Networking, Customer Service, Management, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel
Education
Davenport University 2011 — 2015
Metro Health Hospital July 2005 - February 2011
Dennis Rotman Builder March 2005 - November 2009
Amway Corporation 1990 - 2000
Skills
Microsoft Office, Outlook, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Customer Service
Education
Davenport University 1982 — 1984
Associate's degree, Legal Administrative Assistant/Secretary
Amway Corporation January 2009 - Present
Amway Global 2007 - 2009
Amway Global/Quixtar, Inc. July 2000 - January 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Fashion, Market Planning, Promotions, Leading Projects, Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Advertising
Education
Central Michigan University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science and Bus. Administration
Area Agency on Aging of Western Michigan June 2009 - Present
Senior Meals Program, Inc. July 2000 - June 2009
Amway Corporation 1980 - 2001
Amway March 1993 - July 2000
Amway August 1988 - March 1993
Amway Corporation May 1980 - August 1988
Education
Davenport University 1985 — 1990
BBA
Ferris State University 1977 — 1980
AAS
Amway Corporation May 1980 - Present
Access Business Group 1980 - Present
Lacks Industries October 1976 - May 1980
Skills
JD Edwards, Microsoft Office 2007, Six Sigma/Lean Mfg, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Demand Planning, MRP, Supply Chain..., Manugistics, Production Planning, Materials Management, ERP, Inventory Management, Lotus Notes, Process Improvement, Business Process, Supply Management, Procurement, Logistics, Sourcing, Demand Forecasting, Warehousing, Cross-functional Team..., Kanban, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Assurance, Continuous Improvement, Automotive, Transportation, Business Process..., Global Sourcing, Change Management, Supply Chain Operations, Six Sigma, Operations Management, Vendor Management, FMCG, DMAIC, Value Stream Mapping, Consumer Products, Logistics Management, Inventory Control, Project Planning
Education
Ball State University - College of Business 1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Steelcase Health 2010 - Present
Steelcase May 2003 - January 2008
Steelcase March 1992 - May 2003
Steelcase December 1986 - March 1992
Steelcase February 1986 - December 1986
Steelcase September 1985 - February 1986
Amway Corporation 1981 - 1984
Skills
Training, Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, Furniture, Human Resources, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Selling, Team Building
Education
Central Michigan University 1977 — 1980
BS in Education, Physical Education/Dance
Grand Rapids Community College 1975 — 1977
Associates
Keller Williams North Real Estate AgentKeller Williams Realty, Inc.December 2010 - Present
Amway Corporation 1985 - Present
Skills
Training, Sales, Small Business, Selling, Marketing, Coaching, Team Building, Leadership, Customer Service, Management, Social Networking, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications
Education
Ferris State University 1981 — 1984
BS, Business Administration, Statisitics, Finance, Economics
Davenport University 1979 — 1981
AS, Sales & Marketing, Associates Degree
U.S. House of Representatives August 2012 - Present
U.S. House of Representatives April 2011 - August 2012
Amway Corporation June 2009 - April 2011
Republican National Committee November 2002 - November 2010
U.S. House of Representatives 2008 - 2008
Strategic Communications Group January 2007 - April 2007
Bush-Cheney '04 January 2004 - November 2004
Skills
Politics, Public Speaking, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Lobbying, Government, Strategic Communications, Governance, Corporate Affairs, Lobbying, Coalitions, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Research, Event Planning, Fundraising, Grassroots
Education
Calvin College 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science, Economics
Alticor Supervisor - North American SalesDeb Laakso Amway Global Independent Business Owner1986 - 2009
Amway Corporation 1986 - 2009
Amway Global 1986 - 2009
Education
Central Michigan University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Applied Arts - Broadcast Journalism, Broadcasting, Journalism, Public Relations
Boersen Communications, Inc. 2000 - Present
Amway Corporation 1993 - 2000
Amway Corporation 1988 - 1993
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Graphic Design, Marketing, Advertising, Creative Direction, Photography
Education
Davenport University 1982 — 1985
Marketing
Aquinas College 1973 — 1977
BFA, Double major: Painting & Drawing
Providence College 1975 — 1975
Semester abroad, Painting & Drawing
GAC CPA January 1983 - Present
BDO USA, LLP January 1976 - May 1983
Amway Corporation May 1980 - January 1983
Skills
Income Tax, Tax, Small Business, Financial Analysis
Education
Ferris State University 1972 — 1976
BS, Accountancy
Amway Corporation 1979 - Present
Petersburg Bureau of Police 1976 - 1979
Skills
Project Planning, Project Management, Protection, Team Building, Budgets, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Security, Alarm Systems, Supervisory Skills, Operations Management, Security Management, Physical Security
Education
Ferris State University 1974 — 1976
BS, Criminal Justice
Grand Rapids Community College 1972 — 1974
Associate of Arts (AA), Criminal Justice/Police Science
Amway Corporation August 2012 - Present
Amway Corporation September 2011 - Present
Amway Corporation 2010 - Present
Amway Corporation August 2003 - Present
Grand Valley State University 2002 - 2003
Skills
Product Development, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Calvin College
BA, Social Work
Grand Valley State University
MPA, Public Administration
Amway Corporation February 2013 - Present
Amway September 1999 - February 2013
Amway September 1987 - August 1999
Skills
Purchasing, Merchandising, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Inventory Management, Product Development, Advertising, Supply Chain, Microsoft Excel, Forecasting, Procurement, Supply Chain Management
Education
Ferris State University 1982 — 1985
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Ferris State University 1982 — 1984
Associate's degree, Retail Fashiong Merchandising
Sparta High School 1979 — 1982
Diploma, General Studies, 12
Amway Corporation 1995 - Present
Education
Aquinas College 2000 — 2002
Masters, International Marketing Management
Michigan State University 1974 — 1977
BS, Chem Animal Sci
Madonna University 1972 — 1974
Biochemistry
Amway July 2015 - Present
Amway June 2010 - Present
Amway corporation November 2005 - June 2010
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Continuous Improvement, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Product Development, Team Building, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Manugistics, Six Sigma, Forecasting, Leadership, Management, Logistics
Education
Aquinas College
bs, business
Amway Corporation September 2007 - Present
Amway May 1988 - Present
Skills
Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, MRP, Global Sourcing, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Materials Management
Education
Davenport University 2007 — 2012
Business Management / Supply Chain
Amway Corporation October 2010 - Present
Amway April 1998 - Present
Skills
Performance Management, Performance Measurement, Performance Appraisal, Performance Metrics, Key Performance..., Training, Employee Training, Staff Development, Instructional Design, Curriculum Development, Training Delivery, Instructor-led Training, Hands-on Training, Technical Training, Web Development
Education
Spring Arbor University 1997 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Davenport University 1988 — 1990
Business Administration and Management, General
Strategic Communications and Consulting 2006 - Present
Grand Rapids Children's Museum 2008 - 2009
Amway Corporation 1997 - 2006
Volvo Trucks North America 1989 - 1996
Skills
Crisis Communications, Strategic Planning, Community Relations, Editing, Budget Management, Conflict Resolution, Executive Briefings, Process Improvement, Team Management, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Reputation, Newsletters, Press Releases, Special Events, Executive Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Crisis Management, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Event Management, Reputation Management, Advertising, Organizational..., Corporate Branding, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Speech Writing, Change Management, Communications Strategy, Market Research, Corporate Social..., Cross-functional Team..., Employee Relations, Executive Coaching, Benefits, Healthcare, Mentoring, Content Development, Product Launches, Spokesperson, Event Planning, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Messaging, Leadership
Education
Appalachian State University 1982 — 1986
BA, English
Children's Dyslexia Center of West Michigan February 1999 - August 2012
retired 2010 - 2012
Amway Corporation 1986 - February 1999
Tri County Area Schools 1974 - 1986
Skills
Staff Development, Learning Disabilities, Literacy, Tutoring, Special Education, Teaching, Teaching Reading, Teacher Training, Research, K-12, Elementary Education, Educational Leadership, Program Development, Classroom, RTI, Curriculum Development, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Educational Consulting, Curriculum Design, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Differentiated...
Education
Central Michigan University
Master of Arts, Education, Reading, English
Western Michigan University
BS, Education, English, Music
Amway January 2010 - Present
Amway Corporation January 2008 - December 2009
Amway Corporation 1997 - 2008
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Product Launch, Strategy, Management, Pricing, International Business, Selling, Marketing, Direct Sales, Strategic Planning, Sales, Project Management, Recruiting, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Product Development, Consumer Products, Project Portfolio..., Training, Sales Management, Customer Insight
Education
Grand Valley State University 1988 — 1994
MBA, Business
Aquinas College 1981 — 1985
BA, Business Administration
Amway Corporation March 2012 - Present
Amway March 2011 - March 2012
Amway February 2010 - March 2011
Amway February 2005 - February 2010
Amway April 1998 - February 2005
Amway Corporation May 1993 - April 1998
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Microsoft Office
Education
Davenport University 1997 — 2009
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Business/IT/Human Resources
Yankee Springs Township August 2001 - Present
Amway Corporation April 1969 - Present
WLAV Radio January 1967 - February 1969
Skills
Administrative..., Lotus Notes, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Office Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Office Administration, Event Planning, Time Management, Teamwork, Human Resources, Training, Project Planning, Social Networking, Social Media, Public Speaking, Event Management, Budgets, Fundraising, Public Relations, Nonprofits
Education
Aquinas College 1965 — 1969
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Studies
Michigan State University Extension
AMWAY CORPORATION May 2011 - Present
TECHNISOURCE CONTRACT AGENCY July 2009 - April 2010
INVENSYS MC CONTROLES DE MEXICO August 2006 - March 2008
Medallion Instrumentation Systems November 2004 - July 2006
Whirlpool Corporation December 2001 - November 2004
Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Arts, Language Arts; Spanish
Grand Valley State University
MS, CIS; Software Design & Development / Software Engineering
National Institute of Technology
Electronics Engineering Technology; Hardware and Software Design
Model First Aid, Safety & Training December 2011 - Present
Amway 2006 - 2009
Amway 1991 - 2006
Foremost Insurance 1989 - 1991
Foremost Insurance 1988 - 1989
Foremost Insurance 1985 - 1988
Foremost Insurance 1984 - 1985
Amway 1983 - 1984
Amway Corporation 1981 - 1983
Skills
Problem Solving, Office Management, Account Management, Collaborative Problem..., Reporting & Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Inventory Management, Inventory Planning, Internal Communications, Operating Systems, Accounts Receivable, Client Billing, Marketing, Advertising, Direct Marketing, Training, Sales, Communication, Marketing Communications, Customer Relations, Social Media, Accounting, Front to Back Office, System Administration, Administrative..., Account Reconciliation
Education
Ferris State University
Associates, Journalism and Public Relations
Grand Rapids Community College
Advertising, Desktop Publishing
Gordon Food Service December 1998 - Present
Amway Corporation June 1990 - May 1998
Skills
Employee Relations, Administration, Microsoft Office, Hiring
Education
Calvin College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science, Exercise Science
Amway Corporation December 1999 - February 2011
Amway Corporation 1989 - 2000
Amway Corporation 1980 - 1989
Amway Corporation 1979 - 1980
Education
Central Michigan University
Liberal Arts Studiies
Doctor's Best Vitamins May 2015 - Present
Nutrition Express February 2013 - May 2015
Amway Corporation June 2006 - July 2012
Amway Corporation January 1991 - January 2006
Skills
Supply Chain Management, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Procurement, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Product Development, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Production Planning, Materials Management, MRP, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Key Account Management, Six Sigma, Warehousing, Management, Quality Assurance, Logistics, Retail, Team Building, Negotiation, Demand Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain..., Global Sourcing, Contract Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Supply Management, Process Improvement, ERP, Sourcing, Logistics Management, GMP, Kaizen, Operations Management, Consumer Products, Pricing, FMCG, 5S
Education
California State University-Fullerton 2006 — 2008
Certification, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
Amway Corporation September 2011 - Present
Koons Toyota of Annapolis August 1987 - August 1996
International Computaprint Corp. June 1971 - June 1973
Education
Patna University 1963 — 1967
B.A. Degree, Liberal Arts: Economics, Political science, History, English
Anne Arundel Community College
Certificate in Accounting, Accounting
Amway Corporation December 2013 - May 2014
CU*Answers March 2013 - August 2013
Foremost/Farmers Insurance August 2000 - November 2012
Capgemini August 1997 - July 2000
Skills
Software Quality..., User Acceptance Testing, Test Planning, Manual Testing, Quality Assurance, Quality Center, JIRA, Test Management, Test Cases, Regression Testing, Test Automation, Agile Testing, Agile Methodologies, Black Box Testing, Web Testing, Software Documentation, Scrum, SDLC, System Integration..., SQL
Education
Davenport University 2006 — 2009
Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, Paralegal Studies, 3.8
University of Central Florida - College of Business Administration 1988 — 1990
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration with Minor in Computer Science
University of Central Florida 1985 — 1987
Bachelor's Degree, Radio/Television
Ferris State University May 2011 - December 2012
Amway Corporation October 1979 - June 2010
Skills
Managed orders through..., Collected and analyzed..., Managed flow of..., Engaged in E-commerce..., Implementation of ERP..., Wrote procedures and..., Trained staff in Ada..., Microsoft Office: Word,..., Fat Client and Business..., Process improvements...
Education
Ferris State University 2011 — 2012
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Health Information/Medical Records Technology/Technician, Dean's List - 3.8 GPA
Grand Rapids 1975 — 1977
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business, general
BDN Industrial Hygiene Consultants, Inc. July 2005 - Present
Michigan Health and Hospital Service Corporation May 2001 - July 2005
Amway Corporation June 1977 - August 2000
Skills
Asbestos..., Asbestos Inspector..., Certified Renovator..., Instructor: 8-hour EPA..., Instructor: 8-hour..., Instructor: 2-hour..., Course Work: NIOSH 582..., Course Work: 30 Hour..., Course Work: 40 Hour...
Education
University of Michigan
Master of Public Health (M.P.H.)
Calvin College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
American Board of Industrial Hygiene
Certified Industrial Hygienist