Art Van Furniture
Industry: Furniture retail company
DescriptionArt Van Furniture Inc. is an American furniture retail store chain. Founded in 1959, the company is headquartered in Warren, Michigan in Metro Detroit. Headquarters: Warren, Michigan, United States Founder: Art Van Elslander Founded: 1959, Eastpointe, Michigan, United States Revenue: 1.4 billion USD (2018 est.) Subsidiaries: Wolf Furniture, Levin Furniture, CEO: Ronald Boire (20 Apr 2018–), Kim Yost (7 Oct 2009–)
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Art Van Furniture Employees
Art Van Furniture June 2010 - Present
Art Van Pure Sleep July 2010 - April 2013
Seafarers International Union of North America March 2007 - June 2008
Soul Deep February 2002 - February 2004
Skills
Managment, Sales, Playwriting, Customer Satisfaction, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Team Leadership, Team Building, Customer Service, Merchandising, Public Speaking, Management, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Sales Management, Film Production, Employee Relations, Microsoft Excel, Retail, Inventory Management, Operations Management, PowerPoint, Coaching, Public Relations, Time Management, Employee Training, Store Management, Leadership Development, Data Entry, Business Planning, Inventory Control, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Visual Merchandising, Purchasing, Negotiation, Profit, Sales Operations, Training, Hiring, Furniture, Account Management
Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor's of Administration of community development, Administration and Community Development
Follett April 2015 - Present
The Dump July 2013 - April 2015
Art Van Furniture September 2011 - July 2013
Kohl's Department Stores May 2011 - December 2011
Borders May 2011 - June 2011
Skills
Interior Design, Furniture, Floor Plans, Hand Drafting, AutoCAD, Drawing, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Graphic Design, Store Management, Event Management, Space planning, Kitchen & Bath Design, Flooring, Retail Design, Visual Merchandising, Elevations, CAD, Time Management, Inventory Management, Space Planning, Merchandising, Furnishings
Education
Adrian College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science degree, Interior Design; Women's Studies
Art Van Furniture August 2013 - Present
Art Van Furniture October 2012 - August 2013
MACkite Boardsports June 2011 - September 2012
The TJX Companies, Inc. May 2010 - June 2011
Golfsmith International May 2009 - April 2010
Coldwater Creek May 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Apparel, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Retail Buying, Customer Service, Fashion, Store Management, Purchasing, Negotiation, New Business Development
Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Apparel Merchandising and Design, Marketing
Gordon Food Service April 2014 - Present
Gordon Food Service March 2012 - April 2014
Gordon Food Service July 2006 - March 2012
Gordon Food Service July 2005 - July 2006
Wyoming Public Schools December 2005 - June 2006
Art Van Furniture May 2000 - July 2004
Skills
Leadership, Artistic, Detail Oriented, Teamwork, Digital Photography, Photography, Social Networking, Facebook, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Social Media, Marketing, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Blogging, Art, Coaching, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Sales, Strategic Planning, Time Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2008
Secondary Endorsement, Social Studies
Aquinas College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts in Secondary Education, History/Health/PE
Lowe's Home Improvement June 2014 - Present
Art Van Furniture December 2013 - May 2014
Old Fort Supply September 2013 - November 2013
Fort Financial Credit Union March 2011 - September 2013
Choice Designs by Carma May 2010 - July 2010
Indiana Medical Associates May 2007 - August 2009
Ball State Housing and Residence Life August 2008 - May 2009
Kentucky Fried Chicken/A&W Restaurant March 2003 - August 2007
Skills
Interior Design, InDesign, Space planning, Revit, AutoCAD, Furniture, SketchUp, Hand Drafting, Event Planning, Data Entry, 20/20 Design Software, Kitchen Cabinets, Countertops
Education
Ball State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Interior Design
Ball State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's in Family and Consumer Sciences, Interior Design
Ashley Furniture Industries January 2013 - Present
American Signature Inc. January 2011 - December 2012
Art Van Furniture January 2002 - August 2008
Skills
Sales Management, Negotiation, Sales, Customer Service, Merchandising, Furniture, Store Management, Hiring, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management, Management, Pricing, Profit, Sales Operations, Team Building, Training, Visual Merchandising, Leadership
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services
Associate's degree, Business/Managerial Economics
Art Van Furniture January 2014 - Present
JC Penney November 2002 - January 2014
Northwestern Mutual March 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Fashion, Sales, Microsoft Word, Team Leadership, Event Planning, Facebook, Public Speaking, Training, Budgets, Pricing, Social Media, Merchandising, Team Building, Inventory Management, Outlook, Photoshop, Store Management, Leadership
Education
Macomb Community College 2008 — 2010
Baker College of Auburn Hills 2003 — 2006
Associate's degree, Applied Sciences
JKL Enterprises January 2014 - Present
Art Van Furniture May 2013 - Present
Oakland County Parks and Recreation May 2008 - Present
Art Van Furniture September 2012 - May 2013
The Great Indoors January 2012 - July 2012
Rozmallin Showroom, Michigan Design Center May 2011 - August 2011
Henredon Interior Design May 2010 - August 2010
CVS Pharmacy July 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Space Planning, AutoCAD, 3D Max, SketchUp, Photoshop, Computer Rendering, A.D.A. Guideline..., Contract Documentation, Microsoft Office...
Education
Central Michigan University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Interior Design
Portrait Innovations October 2014 - Present
REI October 2014 - Present
Drew Haaseth Photography + Design January 2005 - Present
Orion Test Systems & Automation December 2010 - July 2014
Art Van Furniture January 2010 - December 2011
Door 9 Studios / Larry Dale Gordon June 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Photography, Digital Photography, Advertising, Web Design, Film, Portraits, Production, Graphic Design, SEO, Commercial Photography, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Small Business, Flash Animation, HTML, Adobe Creative Suite, Flash, QuickBooks, Marketing, Manufacturing
Education
Brooks Institute of Photography 2006 — 2009
Bachelor Of Arts, Professional Photography, Advertising, Art Direction and Design
Oakland Community College 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Photography
Hillside Furniture October 2012 - Present
Art Van Furniture April 2008 - October 2010
Century 21 Today August 2001 - May 2009
Skills
Salons, Cosmetology, Hair Care, Waxing, Hair Cutting, Hair Extensions
Education
Vidal Sasoon Academy, London, Eng 1988 — 1988
In depth cutting certificate, 3 mos.
David Pressley School of Cosmetology 1987 — 1987
Cosmetology License
Central Michigan University 1985 — 1986
Northwestern Michigan College, Traverse City, MI 1982 — 1984
Graphic Design
Marian High School
Fidelis Secure Care May 2015 - Present
Art Van Furniture September 1999 - May 2015
Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Negotiation, Forecasting, Budgets, Account Management, Coaching, Sales Operations, Purchasing, Training, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Management, Outlook, Time Management, Microsoft Excel
Education
Baker College of Auburn Hills 2013 — 2015
Associate's Degree, Health Navigator, 4.0
Macomb Community College 1991 — 1994
General Studies, 4.0
Art Van Furniture June 2009 - Present
Art Van Furniture June 2009 - Present
WXYZ-TV November 1990 - June 2009
WOOD TV August 1984 - November 1990
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Social Media, Internal Communications, Speech Writing, Broadcast Television, Project Management, Public Speaking, Media Production, Brand Development, Corporate Branding, Internal & External..., Internal Marketing, Sponsorship Relations, Community Outreach, Team Leadership, Corporate Events, Event Planning, News Writing, Television News, Television Programming, Television Studio..., Press Release..., Composing Press Releases, Press Conferences, Press Relations, B2B Marketing Strategy, Celebrity Outreach, Network Television, Corporate Social..., Charitable Gift Planning, Television Producing, Presentation Coaching, Executive Coaching, Staff Mentor, Brand Equity, Event Management, Managerial Skills, Event Marketing Strategy, corporate social, Corporate Social Media
Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Broadcast Journalism
Home Goods October 2013 - Present
Art Van Furniture February 2013 - May 2013
"Shifting Code" cohort one with Ann Arbor SPARK and the state of Michigan January 2012 - February 2013
Borders Next Chapter Joint Adjustment Committee September 2011 - February 2012
Borders 1999 - August 2011
Borders 1990 - 1999
Skills
Drupal, Allocation, Analysis, AS400, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Distribution, Internal Communications, Inventory Management, Mentoring, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Excel, Product Allocation, Product Development, Replenishment, Retail, Team Building, Teamwork, Vendor Management, Vendor Relations, Inventory Control, Supply Chain, Word, Merchandising, Access, CPFR, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Word, Asset Allocation, Process Improvement, Leadership, Forecasting, Inventory, Sales, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Cross-functional Team..., IBM iSeries, Social Media, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Profit
Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Art Van Furniture July 2010 - Present
Rupp&Keen Real Estate April 1989 - September 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Retail, Sales
Education
Arizona State University 1983 — 1985
Business Administration and Management, General
Traverse City 1981 — 1983
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Psychology
Art Van Furniture July 2015 - Present
Schoolcraft College May 2014 - Present
Boddy Design September 2001 - Present
Eview 360 October 2014 - July 2015
Specs Howard School of Media Arts September 2009 - May 2014
Aquent August 1999 - September 2001
Flashpoint Creative January 2000 - August 2000
Skills
XHTML HTML5, CSS, Dreamweaver, Adobe Creative Suite..., Wordpress, JavaScript, jQuery, InDesign, Layout, XHTML, Posters, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Web Design, Web Development, WordPress, Photoshop, Blogging, Multimedia, Graphic Design, Corporate Identity, Flash, Logo Design, Illustrator, Training, Typography, HTML 5, Graphics, HTML, Art, Mac, Motion Graphics, Brochures, After Effects, Illustration, Video Editing, Image Editing, Flyers, Flash Animation, Art Direction, Image Manipulation, Digital Photography
Education
College for Creative Studies 1994 — 1998
BFA, Graphic Design and Art Direction
Alexander V. Bogaerts + Associates December 2013 - Present
JAMM Design JAMM Photography May 2012 - Present
MeritHall Staffing May 2013 - September 2013
IBS Global Consulting May 2013 - August 2013
Art Van Furniture September 2011 - March 2012
ZweigWhite September 2010 - March 2012
Examiner.com August 2009 - September 2010
LaFata Cabinets 2010 - 2010
TMP Associates, Inc. July 2004 - February 2009
Andra McKenzie, AIA February 2003 - June 2004
Skills
SketchUp, Revit, Architecture, Blogging, Writing, Editing, Architectural Design, Space planning, Submittals, Online Journalism, New Media, Digital Media, Photography, Photoshop, Marketing, Global Marketing, Graphic Design, Project Coordination, Construction Documents, AutoCAD, Furniture, CAD, Comprehensive Planning, Construction, Historic Preservation, Design Research, Sustainable Design, Architectural Drawings, Residential Design, BIM, Architectures, Space Planning
Education
University of Detroit Mercy
Master, Architecture
University of Detroit Mercy
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), Architecture
Alma College
Bachelor, French major including study abroad; Art minor
Art Van Furniture March 2015 - Present
Art Van Furniture December 2012 - March 2015
Matrix Printing & Marketing Systems September 1992 - December 2012
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Event Planning, Editing, Copywriting, Advertising, Market Research, Graphic Design, Account Management, Strategic Partnerships, New Business Development, Proposal Writing, PowerPoint, Project Management, Budget, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing, Budgets, Direct Mail, Adobe Creative Suite, Variable Data Printing, Photoshop, Corporate Gifts, Management, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Sales, Training, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Team Building, Retail, Leadership
Education
Central Michigan University 1984 — 1988
B.A., Journalism/Advertising
Michaels Stores, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Allise Nicole Noble - Artist September 2014 - Present
Creative 360 August 2013 - Present
Moongirl Designs January 2010 - Present
Lowes Home Improvement Center February 2013 - August 2013
Art Van Furniture 2011 - 2012
Design Within May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Drawing, Fine Art, Illustration, Color Renderings, Sales, Space planning, Photoshop, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Murals, Digital Photography, Wall Decor, Decoration, Watercolor, Acrylic Painting, Portrait Drawing, art instruction, Special Needs, ADA Accessible Design, Sketching, Art, Microsoft Office, Painting, Interior Design, Graphic Design
Education
Central Michigan University 2006 — 2010
BAA, Interior Design
Central Michigan University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Interior Design
Regner Hockey Stride November 2013 - Present
Pick3Productions March 2009 - Present
Art Van Furniture August 2011 - October 2013
WDIV-TV February 2008 - August 2011
Prophet Productions August 2001 - March 2009
WLNS TV June 2007 - February 2008
Walden Media / Bristol Bay February 2007 - March 2007
Michigan House of Representatives August 2005 - January 2007
Cannes Film Festival April 2005 - May 2005
Woodson HS Varsity Hockey October 2002 - April 2003
Skills
Film Production, Film, Videography, Video Production, Video, Camera, Shooting, Television, Broadcast, Production, Editing, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Premiere, Media Relations, Public Relations, Promotions, Event Planning, Event Management, Entertainment, Press Releases, Writing, Microsoft Office, Word, Keynote, Producing, Directing, Short Films, Commercials, Publicity, Cinematography, Marketing, Multimedia, Digital Media, Creative Direction, Photography, Documentaries, Storytelling, New Media, Journalism, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Screenwriting, Media Production
Education
University of Michigan 1996 — 1999
B.A., Film & Video Studies
Central Michigan University 1995 — 1996
Transfered, Undeclared
Williston Northampton 1993 — 1994
Post Graduate, College Prep
Cranbrook 1989 — 1993
Diploma, College Prep
Hagerty (U.S.) May 2013 - Present
Central Michigan University August 2009 - Present
La Senorita January 2012 - May 2013
Art Van Furniture August 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Social Media, Time Management, People Skills, Social Networking
Education
Central Michigan University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Art Van Furniture Shipping and ReceivingBest BuyJune 2012 - December 2012
Detroit Body Building Company January 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, Exercise Physiology, Weight Training, Boxing, Ice Hockey, Writing
Education
Baker College of Clinton Township 2012 — 2015
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Art Van Furniture March 2013 - October 2013
Delta Air Lines May 2011 - March 2013
Employment & Training Designs Inc. February 1999 - January 2011
Norrell 1994 - 1995
Skills
Budgets, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Employer Development, Sales, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Workshop Facilitation, Career Coaching, Career Development, Career Counseling
Education
Central Michigan University
Business Administration and Management, Emphasis: Marketing with a minor in Recreation Administration
National Association of Workforce Development Professional
Certified Workforce Development Professional
Oakland University
Certification, Career Development Facilitator Training
Freelance October 2014 - Present
Organic (Contract) May 2014 - October 2014
Traffic Digital Agency August 2012 - April 2014
Freelance June 2001 - August 2012
Art Van Furniture September 2009 - December 2011
Art Van Furniture September 2009 - December 2011
Driven Solutions Inc. February 2009 - August 2011
Driven 2008 - January 2011
Cave Studios August 2006 - May 2007
Cave Studios August 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Animation, Branding, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Web Design, Art Direction, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
College for Creative Studies 2001 — 2005
BFA, Digital Media, Animation
College for Creative Studies 2000 — 2005
Bachelor’s of Fine Arts, Animation & Digital Media
Art Van Furniture March 2015 - Present
Arbor Circle January 2014 - September 2014
DJ's Landscape Management January 2011 - March 2014
Noodles & Company April 2011 - December 2012
A1 Power Washing April 2012 - October 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Employee Relations, Social Media, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Research, English, Human Resources
Education
Aquinas College 2008 — 2013
Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology
University of Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy 2006 — 2008
High School Diploma
The NUDGEMASTER Cafe' July 2015 - Present
NUDGEMASTER July 2015 - Present
Art Van Furniture October 2013 - Present
Independant Business and Gaming Consultant March 2013 - Present
Ellis Park Racing September 2012 - March 2013
Indiana Live! Casino March 2010 - January 2011
Sugar Creek Casino October 2008 - April 2010
Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino August 2006 - October 2007
Little River Casino Resort July 1999 - August 2006
Soaring Eagle Casino & Resort June 1995 - July 1999
Skills
Gambling, Gaming Industry, Online Gambling, Poker, Online Gaming, Bingo, Casino Gaming, VIP, Sports Betting, Affiliate Management, Roulette, Loyalty Programs, Online Casino, eGaming, Hotels, Database Marketing, Budgets, Loyalty Marketing, Guest Service Management, Supervisory Skills, Tournaments, Affiliate Marketing, Mobile Games, Conversion Optimization, E-payments, Resorts, Inventory Management, Gaming, Operations Management, Social Games, Team Building, Team Leadership, Start-ups, Customer Service, Management, Hospitality, Process Scheduler, Event Planning, Food & Beverage, Hiring, Hospitality Management, Pre-opening, Hospitality Industry, Customer Acquisition, Training, Casino, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Leadership, Marketing Strategy
Education
Central Michigan University 1994 — 1995
n/a, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, 3.8 GPA
American InterContinental University 2005 — 2006
Onlline, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.8
Lake Superior State University 1989 — 1990
Business/Managerial Economics
Alma High School 1985 — 1989
College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program, 3.8 GPA
Kunz, Leigh & Associates July 2015 - Present
Concord Management June 2013 - June 2015
Art Van Furniture February 2013 - June 2013
Botsford Hospital June 2012 - January 2013
Botsford Hospital January 2012 - April 2012
Bilco Tool Corporation December 2009 - July 2010
Skills
Healthcare, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Mac OS X, Desktop Publishing, Photography, Videography, Google Analytics, Wordpress, iMovie, Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, Sales, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Social Media, Press Releases, Fundraising, Marketing
Education
Central Michigan University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Health Administration, Psychology, Economics
Absopure Water Co. November 2012 - Present
Absopure Water Company April 2007 - November 2012
Art Van Furniture December 2003 - March 2007
Gander Mountain December 1998 - January 2003
Skills
Sales Operations, Sales Management, Sales, New Business Development, Customer Service, Lead Generation, Team Building, Cold Calling, Direct Sales, Retail, Sales Process, Account Management, B2B, Budgets, Key Account Management, Management, Negotiation, Recruiting, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Inventory Management, Key Account Development, Business Acquisition, Forecasting, Operations Management, Email Marketing, Major Accounts, Selling, Product Development, Training, Purchasing, P&L Management, Contract Negotiation, Coffee, Pricing, Logistics, Market Planning, Sales Presentations, Customer Retention, Profit, Bidding Process, National Accounts, Vending, New Business Acquisition, Territory Planning, Income Statement, Salesforce Training, General Awesomeness
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 2002 — 2004
Marketing
Oakland Community College 1997 — 2002
Marketing
Waterford Mott High School 1994 — 1997
Jessica Kobeissi Photography August 2011 - Present
Centigrade November 2012 - June 2014
Best Buy September 2009 - October 2012
Ambassador Magazine May 2012 - September 2012
Art Van Furniture June 2011 - September 2011
Swimchick.net January 2005 - January 2011
Magical Stardust Composition May 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, HTML 5, CSS, Social Media, Photography, Typing, Typography, Print, Layout, Post Processing, Branding & Identity, Digital Media
Education
College for Creative Studies 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design, 3.2
Albion College August 2014 - Present
United States Marine Corps June 2011 - Present
EY January 2015 - March 2015
Albion College August 2013 - May 2014
Art Van Furniture August 2008 - May 2011
Skills
Leadership, Organizational..., Operational Planning, Combat, Military, Military Experience, Military Operations, Command, Team Leadership, Weapons, Program Management, Team Building, Military Training, Leadership Development, Operations Management, Tactics, Committed to..., Highly Dedicated, Highly motivated..., Accounting, Business, Public Speaking
Education
Albion College 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Accounting -CPA Emphasis Minior in Business & Organizations, GPA: 3.82 Accumlative
The Wee Believers Toy Company July 2012 - Present
Geist Christian Church May 2009 - July 2012
Promise Road Coffee 2009 - 2012
Shane Co. July 2008 - May 2009
F.C. Tucker Company January 2007 - July 2008
The Gregor Household March 2000 - January 2007
Art Van Furniture January 1995 - March 2000
Skills
Leadership, Cross Functional Team..., Organizational..., Customer service..., Training, Strong Communicating..., Project management, Interpersonal skills, Strategic Thinking, Highly Dedicated, Motivated self-starter, Strategic Negotiations, Fiscal Impact Analysis, Residential Homes, Project Management
Education
Central Michigan University
Business Administration and Management, General
Art Van Furniture June 2012 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation October 2000 - June 2012
Macy's February 1995 - September 2000
Macy's March 1991 - February 1995
Macy's May 1985 - February 1987
R.H. Macy and Company October 1979 - December 1983
Skills
Merchandising, Income Statement, Sales, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Leadership, Profit, Furniture, Store Management, Team Building, Big Box, Employee Relations, Customer Retention, Inventory Management, Training, Loss Prevention, Operations Management, Forecasting, New Business Development, Trend Analysis, Pricing, Inventory Control, Recruiting, Hiring, Assortment, Apparel, Negotiation, P&L, Retail Sales, Sales Operations, P&L Management, Sales Management, Driving Results, Customer Satisfaction, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Employee Training, Coaching, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Customer Experience, Merchandise Planning, Purchasing, Store Operations, Management, Real Estate
Education
Bryant University
Bachelor of Science, Management
Art Van Furniture August 2014 - Present
Sleepy's June 2013 - July 2014
Streetlevel Media October 2012 - May 2013
Ararat Import September 2011 - January 2012
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Time Management, Social Media, Goal Oriented, Sales Management, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, Market Planning
Education
Appalachian State University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Weaver Academy
Forbes Technical LLC July 2014 - Present
Art Van Furniture April 2014 - July 2015
Sears February 2010 - April 2014
Internet Marketing Sense January 2012 - November 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2005 - February 2010
Skills
SEO, E-commerce, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Online Advertising, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Google Adwords, Customer Satisfaction, Profit, Web Development, Business Development, Finance
Education
Davenport University 2015 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Davenport University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.71
Greystar March 2013 - Present
Greystar June 2012 - March 2013
Windsor Communities March 2012 - June 2012
Equity Residential December 2009 - February 2012
Equity Residential August 2008 - December 2009
Equity Residential November 2008 - August 2009
Equity Residential September 2004 - November 2008
Equity Residential March 2004 - September 2004
Gardner White Furniture February 2003 - March 2004
Art Van Furniture December 2001 - February 2003
Skills
Disposition, Property Management, Budgets, Leases, Training, Real Estate Development, Management, Property, Rentals, Real Estate, Asset Management, Recruiting, Yardi, Customer Service, Investors, Affordable Housing, Fair Housing, Lease Administration, Residential Homes, HUD, Marketing, Sales, OneSite, Resident Retention, Contract Negotiation, Construction, Luxury, LRO, LIHTC, Yardi Voyager, Evictions, Resident Relations, Referrals, Negotiation, MRI Software, Lease-ups, Tax Credits, Renovation, Yardi Property..., Rent Roll, Section 8, Apartments
Education
Washington DC Metro Area 2012 — 2012
Certified Occupancy Specialist
College for Creative Studies 2000 — 2003
Bachelor, Industrial Design, Furniture Design
Waterford Kettering High School 1996 — 2000
Cornerstone University March 2010 - Present
ManpowerGroup August 2012 - February 2013
Art Van Furniture November 2009 - July 2010
Global Heating Solutions February 2008 - March 2009
Global Heating Solutions January 2006 - February 2008
TruHeat, Inc February 1997 - January 2006
TruHeat, Inc November 1983 - February 1997
Education
Cornerstone University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor's of Business Management, 3.696 GPA
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 1989 — 1992
Drafting
Art Van Furniture Assistant to the ChairmanVictor International2003 - 2005
Veltri Metal Products/Talon Automotive Group 1992 - 2002
Skills
Event Planning, Retail, Team Building, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Public Relations
Education
Central Michigan University
BAA, Office Administration, English Minor
Last Day Dog Rescue, LLC May 2007 - Present
Art Van Furniture July 2014 - January 2015
TMV Group January 2013 - May 2014
Buffington Design, LLC January 2011 - May 2012
Bromberg & Associates, LLC September 2009 - May 2010
Hour Custom Publishing, LLC June 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Illustrator, Logo Design, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Graphic Design, Bookbinding, Book Design, Art Direction, Web Design, InDe, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, CSS, After Effects, Flash, QuarkXPress, Graphics, Posters, InDesign, MS WIndows, Apple Mac, MS Office Suite, HTML, German, Book Binding, Typography, Layout, Concept Development, Branding & Identity, Illustration, Photography
Education
College for Creative Studies 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Graphic Design
Macomb Community College 2006 — 2008
Associate's degree
Burton Marketing and Design March 2013 - Present
Jim Kryshak Jewelers March 2013 - Present
Rasmussen Diamonds November 2014 - Present
Jim Kryshak Jewelers August 2010 - March 2013
Grand Valley State University 2008 - 2011
Sterling Jewelers September 2007 - August 2010
Art Van Furniture June 2005 - June 2007
Skills
Facebook Marketing, Facebook, Digital Media, Social Media, Graphic Design, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Photoshop, Sales, Customer Service, Merchandising, Retail, Sales Management, Visual Merchandising, Social Media Marketing, Management, Photography, Instagram, Pinterest
Education
Alma College
New Media Studies and Business
Grand Valley State University
Communication and Media Studies
Art Van Furniture February 2014 - August 2014
Shirts For Greeks August 2012 - May 2013
City of Dayton May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Research, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Teamwork, Leadership, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Event Management, Marketing, Customer Service, Sales, Communication, Management, Nonprofits, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Political Science, Marketing Communications, Training, Blogging, Advertising, Government, Budgets, Higher Education, Access
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 2015 — 2017
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Charleston School of Law 2014 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of Dayton 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Anthony Arthur Furniture,LLC February 2011 - January 2015
American Signature Inc. August 1997 - February 2011
Roberds, Inc. September 1993 - August 1997
Rhodes, Inc. August 1990 - September 1993
Art Van Furniture March 1984 - August 1990
Glick's Furniture September 1977 - March 1984
J.L. Goodman Furniture August 1973 - September 1977
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Mattresses, Upholstery, Space planning, Casegoods, Microsoft Word, English, Merchandising, Furniture, Outlook, Purchasing, Furnishings, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Operations, Space Planning, Interior Design, Product Development, Contract Negotiation, B2B, Forecasting, P&L Management, Visual Merchandising, Pricing
Education
Franklin University 1977 — 1978
Cleveland State University 1976 — 1977
Cuyahoga Community College 1973 — 1974
Hope College 1972 — 1973
Art Van Furniture 2015 - Present
Broc Clark Design 2012 - Present
JCPenney 2008 - 2012
JCPenney 2008 - 2010
Riddle Home and Gift 2006 - 2008
JCPenney 2003 - 2006
Emily Summers Design Associates 2000 - 2003
Skills
Trend, Creative Concept..., Brand Development, Creative Advertising, Design Direction, Graphic Design, Interior Design, Photo Styling, Photo Shoots, Advertising, Management, Marketing, Art Direction, Retail, Sales, InDesign, Merchandising, Product Development, Visual Merchandising, Creative Direction, Art, Styling, Apparel, Furniture, Interior Architecture, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Fashion, Sketching, Product Design, Textiles, Space planning, Illustration, Catalogs, Graphics, Furnishings, Retail Design, Concept Design, Photoshop, Layout, Trend Analysis, Photography, Mac, Textile Design, Visual Communication, Drawing, Floor Plans, Logo Design, Window Treatments
Education
University of North Texas 1995 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Interior Design & Architecture, 4.0
Collin County Community College 2012 — 2013
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Graphic Design/Advertising, 4.0
Art Institute of Chicago 1993 — 1995
Fashion Design, Fashion Design and Visual Merchandising
Powder Cote II July 2000 - Present
Art Van Furniture December 1989 - September 1997
Skills
Microsoft Office, IMDS, Sales, PPAP, Team Building, Customer Service, Product Development, Sales Management, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Program Management, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Cross-functional Team..., Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen
Education
Baker College of Clinton Township
Physical Therapy/Therapist
TMP Architecture, Inc January 2014 - Present
Art Van Furniture August 2013 - January 2014
Central Michigan University August 2012 - June 2013
Central Michigan University August 2012 - May 2013
Central Michigan University August 2011 - May 2013
Americana Design Company May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
AutoCAD Architecture, Revit, SketchUp, Photoshop, 3D Studio Max, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Illustrator, Interior Design, AutoCAD, CAD, Architectural Drawings, Sketching, Hand Drafting, Rendering
Education
Central Michigan University 2009 — 2013
B.S., Graduated summa cum laude, Interior Design, minor in Psychology, GPA: 3.92 of 4.0
LogoFit July 2012 - Present
Citizens Bank August 2011 - December 2011
Art Van Furniture January 2007 - May 2008
U.S. Fence February 2002 - August 2003
Skills
AutoCAD, Illustrator, Proficient in InDesign, Photoshop, Elation Pro-Lighting, Dreamweaver, Final Cut Pro, Motion Graphics, Adobe Audition, Book Making, Architectural Drafting, InDesign, Architectural Drawings, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Graphic Design, Illustration, Books, Layout, Logo Design, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Mac, Branding & Identity, Art Direction, Digital Photography
Education
Mott Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate Degree in Applied Science, Graphic Communications
Baker College of Flint 2004 — 2006
Associate Degree in Applied Science, Interior Design
Kyyba April 2013 - Present
NDeX September 2012 - October 2012
American Laser Skincare February 2007 - September 2012
PALERMO ITALIAN RESTAURANT January 1995 - January 2009
JOURNAL NEWSPAPERS December 2005 - December 2005
Art Van Furniture January 2003 - February 2004
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Team Leadership, Cisco IOS, Cisco Call Manager, Microsoft Server..., Project Coordination, SQL, Microsoft Exchange, Networking, Network Administration, Leadership, Active Directory, Event Planning, Marketing, Management, Microsoft Word
Education
New Horizons 2005 — 2005
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Eastern Michigan University 1995 — 2002
BFA, Graphic Design
Eastern Michigan University 1995 — 2002
Bachelors, Fine Art; Graphic Design
NORTH WESTERN MICHIGAN COLLEGE 1999 — 2000
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College for Creative Studies 1998 — 1999
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Rocket Studios May 2015 - Present
Freelance April 2013 - Present
The Fixed IMAGE June 2011 - March 2013
Art Van Furniture January 2010 - October 2011
mod4 photographic September 2003 - March 2011
Mid Coast Studio April 2000 - September 2003
Skills
Image Manipulation, Photography, Digital Photography, Photos, Photoshop, Image Editing, Creative Direction, Lightroom, Studio Photography, Portraits, Advertising, Studio Lighting, Color Matching, Color Management, Photo Editing, Mac, Photo Shoots, Color Correction, Adobe Bridge, Capture One, Darkroom, Commercial Photography, Maya, Mental Ray, Vray, After Effects
Education
College for Creative Studies 1996 — 1999
Photography
Henry Ford Community College 1994 — 1995
Photo
Washtenaw Community College
CGI/animation, A average
Art Van Furniture September 2014 - Present
Art Van Furniture October 2013 - September 2014
Cabela's January 2011 - June 2013
Northeastern Junior College - Plainsman Grill & Steakhouse May 2010 - January 2011
Trophy Class Real Estate, Participating Brokers with Cabela's Trophy Properties February 2008 - May 2010
Coldwell Banker Wonderland Real Estate 1998 - 2008
Hobby Crest Resort & Restaurant April 1994 - November 1998
PM Steamers March 1992 - April 1994
Flamingo Bay Travel November 1992 - October 1993
Exercise Made Easy August 1988 - November 1991
Skills
First Time Home Buyers, Investment Properties, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate, Residential Homes, Property Management, Real Estate Development, ABR, Event Management, Event Planning, Contract Negotiation, Menu Development, Menu Engineering, Menu Costing, Banquets, Banquet Operations, Customer Experience, Customer Satisfaction, Purchasing, Leadership Development, Inventory Control, Merchandising, Building High..., Virtual Teams, Employee Training, Driving Operational..., Legendary Customer..., Employee Engagement, Employee Recognition, Customer Service, Restaurants, Marketing, Income Statement, Team Building, Sales, Management, Time Management, Food & Beverage, Catering, Food, Profit, Multi-unit, Coaching, Retail, Leadership, Training, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Hotels, Food Service
Education
Davenport University 1977 — 1980
Fashion Merchandising & Management
TAMPOGO 2008 - Present
Art Van Furniture 2004 - 2008
Education
Davenport University 1974 — 1975
Accounting
The City of Detroit September 2014 - Present
MotorCity Casino Hotel April 2011 - December 2014
Art Van Furniture August 2014 - September 2014
The Henry Ford May 2010 - September 2012
Gibraltar trade center 2004 - 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Hospitality, PowerPoint, Time Management, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Research, Catering, Food & Beverage, Food Service, Museums, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking
Education
Baker College of Allen Park 2015 — 2017
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Baker College of Allen Park 2012 — 2014
Associate's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Art Van Furniture May 2014 - Present
Family Christian Stores May 2014 - 2014
Universal Church Directories 2008 - 2013
First Assembly of God August 2001 - June 2007
Skills
Leadership, Employee Training, Communication Skills, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Event Planning, Creativity, Marketing Communications, Goal Setting
Education
Asbury College 1985 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Christian Ministries
Green Holly Weddings June 2003 - Present
Priveco Inc. September 2010 - March 2013
Elite Photographic Studio June 2009 - September 2010
General Motors Media Archives August 2007 - April 2009
Art Van Furniture December 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Art Direction, Photography, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Photojournalism, Commercial Photography, Wedding Photography, Event Photography
Education
College for Creative Studies 2003 — 2007
BFA, Photography
Art Van Furniture February 1998 - Present
United Airlines 1994 - 1995
Skills
Data Entry, general accounting, Cashiering, Filing, Reports, Time Management, Crew Scheduling, facilitator, training, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Exceptional People..., Interviews, Phone Skills, Training, Telephone Skills, Payroll, Multi-line Phone, Invoicing, Event Planning, Accounting
Education
Baker College of Port Huron
Accounting
Art Van Furniture March 2014 - Present
Capgemini February 2014 - March 2014
Visteon April 2009 - January 2014
Visteon January 2009 - April 2009
Visteon January 2007 - January 2009
Visteon June 2005 - January 2009
Visteon 2003 - 2006
Visteon July 2002 - May 2003
Visteon 1998 - 2000
Skills
ERP, Cross-functional Team..., Integration, Process Improvement, Program Management, Business Process, Supply Chain, SAP, Management, Leadership, Automotive, Manufacturing, Training, EDI, IT Strategy, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, IT Management, Kaizen, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management, Business Analysis, Value Stream Mapping, Business Process..., SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Team Building, Strategy, Project Planning, Process Engineering, Testing, ERP design, Six Sigma, Analysis, Kanban, Purchasing, IT Service Management, Business Strategy, Root Cause Analysis, JCAPS, IT Governance, IT Outsourcing, ITIL Process, SAP R/3, Manufacturing..., FMEA, PPAP, MRP, Strategic Sourcing, IT Retail
Education
Central Michigan University 2000 — 2001
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Organizational Leadership
Baker College Center for Graduate Studies 1998 — 2000
MBA, Leadership studies
Western Michigan University - Haworth College of Business 1993 — 1996
ISM, Business, Engineering
Art Van Furniture December 2014 - Present
Art Van Furniture November 2014 - Present
Central Michigan University 2012 - 2013
Skills
Sports, Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Graphic Design, Social Networking, Social Media, Facebook, Sports Management, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Sports Marketing, Time Management, Sponsorship
Education
Central Michigan University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Sports Studies
Morrison Industrial Equipment December 2014 - Present
Jack's Wholesale Windows March 2013 - June 2014
Davenport University January 2014 - April 2014
Art Van Furniture October 2010 - September 2012
Danne Montague King Co August 2009 - September 2010
24 Hour Fitness June 2007 - September 2010
Kmart Corporation March 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Customer Retention, Sales, Training, Customer Service, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Retail, Business Development, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Marketing, Project Management, Coaching, Time Management, Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Teamwork, Employee Relations, Trade Shows
Education
Aquinas College
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Sport Management
Muskegon Community College
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Reeths Puffer HS
Art Van Furniture February 2014 - Present
Macy's October 2013 - January 2014
7-Eleven October 2012 - September 2013
Select Comfort March 2002 - May 2012
Shastar, Inc. October 1996 - March 2002
Evans, Inc. May 1988 - October 1996
Skills
Sales Management, Leadership Development, Training, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Human Resources, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Customer Service, Budget, P&L Responsibility, Store Management, New Store Development, Store Operations, Promotions, Advertising, Forecasting, Sales Hiring, Business Coaching, Performance Appraisal, Staff Development, Business Analysis, Expense Management, Financial Analysis, Pricing Strategy, District Management, Management, Sales Operations, Coaching, Team Building, Leadership, Sales, Income Statement, Recruiting, Hiring, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Process, Inventory Control, Account Management, Pricing, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Multi-unit, Driving Results, Loss Prevention, Customer Retention, Planograms, P&L, Profit
Education
Brigham Young University 1983 — 1985
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Brigham Young University 1977 — 1983
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science and Government
The Zharmae Publishing Press 2015 - Present
Macy's April 2013 - Present
Illustrations & Designs of Dustin Papow January 2011 - Present
Poppin February 2013 - February 2014
Tomatina August 2011 - May 2013
Art Van Furniture November 2007 - January 2011
Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Art Direction, Web Design, Logo Design, Packaging, Branding & Identity, Typography, Visual Merchandising, Trend Forecasting, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, CSS, HTML, Drawing, Digital Illustration, Photography, Vector Illustration, Fine Art, Graphics
Education
College for Creative Studies 2004 — 2007
BFA, Illustration
Studio Arts Center International 2006 — 2006
Italian Art and Culture, Graphic Design, and Illustration
Hospice of Michigan July 2014 - Present
Hospice of Michigan January 2014 - July 2014
Beaumont Health System January 2009 - January 2014
Beaumont Health System March 2006 - January 2009
Art Van Furniture September 1998 - March 2006
Skills
Fundraising, Philanthropy, Non-profits, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Customer Service, Annual Giving, Leadership, Nonprofits, Program Development, Press Releases, Newsletters
Education
Central Michigan University 1994 — 1998
BAA, Interpersonal and Public Communications. Business Minor
Central Michigan University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Interpersonal and Public Communication
Sterling Heights High School
Art Van Furniture December 1987 - Present
Maher 1986 - 1988
Skills
Furniture, Sales Management, Retail, Customer Service, Merchandising, Human Resources, Space-planning, Inventory Management, Furnishings, Inventory Control, Leadership
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 1999 — 2004
Bachelor, Business Leadership
Golden Dental Solutions May 2013 - Present
Art Van Furniture December 2009 - May 2013
Sole Sisters October 2007 - September 2009
Pure Detroit May 2004 - October 2007
Skills
Retail, Sales, Merchandising, Graphic Design, Advertising, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Inventory Management, Photoshop, Brand Development, Illustrator, Photography, Interior Design, Furniture, Creative Direction, InDesign, Art Direction, Concept Development, Layout, Illustration, Typography
Education
College for Creative Studies 2011 — 2013
Certificate, Graphic Design
Wayne State University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Fashion Design and Merchandising
Elomonka Graphic Design 2010 - Present
ToysRUs 2008 - 2010
Art Van Furniture May 2000 - March 2008
Skills
InDesign, Illustrator, Branding & Identity, Typography, Brochures, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Illustration, Posters, Web Design, Packaging
Education
University of Michigan 1999 — 2000
Animation
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 1996 — 1999
Associate, Business / Graphic Communication
Liker Lean Advisors: Lean Manufacturing Results 2003 - Present
Lean Manufacturing Results January 2003 - Present
Ashley Furniture HomeStore of Central New Jersey September 2013 - December 2014
Voith Hydro January 2013 - September 2013
Dover Corporation May 2011 - March 2012
Art Van Furniture January 2010 - April 2011
Caterpillar Inc. 2008 - 2008
Military Aircraft Repair Transformation Expert April 2005 - July 2007
FORD MOTOR COMPANY, Dearborn, Michigan 1991 - 2003
Ford Motor Company January 1996 - December 2002
Skills
Lean SIx SIgma Audits..., Culture and Engagement, Hoshin Planning, Cultural Transformation, Financial Systems, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Coaching, Auditing, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Change Management, Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, Planning, Process Engineering, Program Management, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, 5S, Team Building, Kanban, Operational Excellence, Business Process..., DMAIC, Quality Management, SPC, Toyota Production System, Leadership Development, Business Strategy, Management Consulting, Lean Sigma, Budgeting, Quality Systems, TQM, Mentoring, Cost Reduction, Cross-functional Team..., Automotive, ISO, Inventory Management, Cost, Benchmarking, Poka Yoke, Lean Initiatives, PDCA, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen Facilitation
Education
Cleveland State University 1970 — 1979
MBA, Industrial Management
Cleveland State University 1968 — 1970
BBA, Industrial Management
Cuyahoga Community College 1966 — 1968
AA, Industrial Management
Art Van Furniture August 2005 - Present
Ford Motor Company January 2004 - August 2006
Illumini Productions December 2003 - August 2006
Skills
Photoshop / Editing, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Word, English, Photography, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Image Manipulation, Lightroom, Catalogs, Mac, Commercial Photography, Creative Direction, Advertising, Art Direction, Photoshop
Education
College for Creative Studies 1999 — 2003
BFA, Photography
AICAD/ NY Studio Program 2001 — 2002
Internship, Photography
Lane Bryant February 2012 - July 2014
Art Van Furniture May 2008 - January 2011
La-Z-Boy September 2001 - January 2008
Skills
Merchandising, Sales Management, Sales, Store Management, Retail, Customer Service, Team Building, Inventory Management, Customer Satisfaction, Profit, Visual Merchandising, Management, Inventory Control, Leadership, Training, Coaching, Sales Operations, Purchasing, Loss Prevention, Customer Retention, Employee Training, Retail Sales, Cold Calling, Hiring, P&L Management, Time Management, P&L, Forecasting, Selling, Store Operations, Recruiting, Team Leadership, Sales Process
Education
Adrian College 1984 — 1989
BS, Chemistry
Adrian High School
Art Van Furniture April 2015 - Present
Benmark October 2014 - April 2015
Traditional Logistics and Cartage January 2014 - September 2014
Self-employed 2002 - 2013
Skills
Strategic Planning, Computers, Management, Customer Service, Economics, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Quality Management, Quality Auditing, Logistics, Operations Management, Transportation, Team Building, Sales, Leadership, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Training
Education
Central Michigan University 2000 — 2002
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Huntington Bancshares June 2012 - Present
Art Van Furniture April 2002 - June 2012
Art Van Furniture April 2002 - May 2012
Apollo Group/University of Phoenix September 2006 - June 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Planning, Budgets
Education
Cornerstone University
Bachelors of Science, Management
Art Van Furniture May 2011 - Present
Community Action Agency August 2009 - October 2012
Fancy's Salon and Spa September 2007 - December 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Computer Proficiency, Phone Etiquette, Organizational..., Multi Tasking, Reliability, Training, Management
Education
Capella University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Franklin School 2004 — 2005
GED, General
Art Van Furniture May 2013 - January 2015
The RoomPlace February 2004 - September 2011
William H. Cooper & Co. August 1999 - February 2004
Skills
Windows, Linux, Apple OS, SAP, Oracle E-Business Suite, Microsoft Office, Photography, Photoshop, Corel Draw, GERS, A+ Certified, Operating Systems, Leadership, Outlook, Retail, Visio, Oracle, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Troubleshooting, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Project Planning, Mac, Management, Project Management, Team Building, Budgets, Time Management, Sales, Process Improvement, ERP, Merchandising, Training
Education
University of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
MBA, Masters of Business Administration, 3.67
Al-Mansour University College 1989 — 1994
BSc, Industrial Management
Standale Interiors April 2014 - Present
Art Van Furniture October 2013 - April 2014
Interior Solutions by Leif July 2012 - April 2014
MLive.com December 2011 - July 2012
Y-Knot Embroidery September 2007 - December 2011
Rycenga Building Center October 2005 - February 2007
Standard Kitchen Distributors September 2004 - October 2005
Williams Kitchen and Bath February 1996 - September 2004
Lappo Lumber Co/Wicks Lumber Company October 1994 - February 1996
Standard Kitchen Distributors September 1988 - October 1994
Skills
Sales Management, Graphic Design, Kitchen and Bath Design, Corel Draw, Sales, Training
Education
Baker College of Muskegon 1984 — 1985
Business
Muskegon Community College 1983 — 1984
Business
Michigan Office of the Auditor General July 2012 - Present
Service Corporation International November 2010 - Present
Albert Dupuy Tiling and Surfacing September 2010 - Present
Korrnell English Academy February 2009 - August 2010
Domestic Linen May 2008 - October 2008
Art Van Furniture August 2001 - January 2008
Skills
Accounting, Teaching, Creative Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Team Building, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Auditing, Leadership, Training, Time Management, Sales
Education
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2012
Masters of Science, Accounting
Cornerstone University 2003 — 2008
Bachelors of Science, Business Administration
Grand Rapids Community College
elective classes
Jagged Edge Acrylics 2009 - Present
Art Van Furniture 2004 - 2008
Mr. B's Rustic Tavern 2002 - 2003
Skills
Art, Painting, Fine Art, Illustration, Acrylic, Photography, Watercolor, Oil Painting, Books, Canvas, Visual Arts, Spray Painting, Mixed Media, Contemporary Art, Sculpture, Psychology, Art Techniques
Education
Walden University 2010 — 2012
BS, Psychology Infant/Toddler Development
Colorado Technical University 2008 — 2010
Associates of Medical Billing and Coding, Medical Billing and Coding
Central Michigan University 1998 — 2002
Undergraduate Study, Interpersonal and Public Communication
Clair David Office Furniture & Design September 2009 - Present
Art Van Furniture May 2009 - August 2009
Rowen Design February 2009 - March 2009
KSI Kitchen Suppliers May 2008 - August 2008
Education
Adrian College 2005 — 2009
Bach. of Science, Interior Design and Art
Pacific Sunwear March 2015 - July 2015
Windsor Fashions January 2012 - February 2015
Windsor Fashions September 2011 - January 2013
Art Van Furniture June 2011 - September 2011
Art Van Furniture January 2011 - June 2011
Michael Kors May 2010 - December 2010
White House Black Market February 2010 - May 2010
Labels-Brand Names For Less September 2009 - February 2010
Lindt Chocolates June 2008 - October 2009
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Customer Service, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Apparel, Loss Prevention, Store Management, Sales
Education
Paul Mitchell the School-Michigan 2014 — 2016
Licensed Cosmetologist, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Niagara Wheatfield Senior High school2004 2004 — 2008
Regents Diploma, Art and Fashion
Art Van Furniture September 2007 - Present
La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries February 1999 - September 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Corporate Communications, Retail Buying, Sales, Team Building, Merchandising, Pricing, Customer Service, Retail
Education
Ashford University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Davenport University 1996 — 1997
My Victoria Rose 2013 - Present
Neil King Physical Therapy June 2011 - Present
Art Van Furniture June 2009 - June 2011
EZ-Messenger July 2008 - June 2009
McCaleb Construction June 2007 - July 2008
Skills
Space planning, Interior Design, Rendering, Interior Architecture, Concept Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, FF&E, Social Media Marketing, CAD, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Color Theory, Space Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, AutoCAD, Sketching, Architectural Drawings
Education
Macomb Community College 2015 — 2015
Social Media Certificate Program
The Art Institute of Tucson 2007 — 2008
Interior Design
Pima Community College 2007 — 2007
Interior Design
Baker College of Auburn Hills 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Interior Design, Interior Design
EXPRESS June 2015 - Present
Claire's Accessories July 2013 - May 2015
Club Monaco March 2013 - July 2013
Club Monaco August 2012 - April 2013
Lindsay Albanese March 2012 - July 2012
Kensie January 2012 - March 2012
Club Monaco September 2010 - September 2011
Victoria's Secret Pink May 2007 - October 2010
Art Van Furniture May 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Illustrator, Photoshop, Google SketchUp, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Media Marketing, Window Displays, Trend Forecasting, Styling, Visual Merchandising, Event Planning, Advertising, SketchUp, Apparel, Retail, Public Relations, Merchandising, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Customer Service, Marketing, Leadership
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 2011 — 2012
Professional Designation Associate of Art Degree, Visual Communications
Eastern Michigan University 2011 — 2011
Study Abroad
Bowling Green State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Apparel Merchandising & Product Development, Minor in Marketing
Frontier Promotions October 2014 - Present
Art Van Furniture July 2012 - September 2013
Things Remembered December 2011 - September 2013
Bagley & Langan P.L.L.C May 2007 - September 2012
Skills
Sales, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Event Photography, Wedding Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Social Networking, Digital Compositing, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Typography, Image Editing, Digital Cameras
Education
Central Michigan University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Photography, Media Design
Ricoh Americas Corporation June 2015 - Present
Quicken Loans February 2013 - March 2014
Art Van Furniture January 2011 - January 2013
Tigrent, Inc March 2006 - February 2010
Tigrent March 2006 - February 2010
Subway January 2002 - May 2005
Skills
Coaching, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Management, Selling, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Sales, Training, Start-ups, Sales Management, Finance, Business Development, Negotiation, Customer Service, Direct Sales, Human Resources, B2B, Account Management, Marketing, Team Building, New Business Development, Time Management
Education
Baker College of Clinton Township 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
United States Army 1997 — 2001
Telecommunication Tech, IT and Telecommunications
Art Van Furniture July 2015 - Present
Dania Furniture December 2014 - June 2015
La Z Boy Gallery August 2013 - December 2014
Pottery Barn June 2012 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Sales, Training, Leadership, Photoshop, Research
Education
Art Institute of Pittsburgh
Interior Design
Harrington College of Design
Interior Design
Lippitt O'Keefe Gornbein PLLC November 2013 - Present
Free Legal Aid Clinic, Inc. April 2013 - December 2013
The Men's Wearhouse, Inc November 2011 - November 2012
Art Van Furniture July 2010 - May 2011
Michigan 101st House of Representatives Office June 2009 - August 2009
Brock Services, Ltd May 2008 - August 2008
REDDoor: Small Business Advice Centre May 2007 - June 2007
RE/MAX Properties, Inc April 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Mediation, Public Policy, Foreign Policy, Civil Litigation, Economics, Research, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Policy, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, PowerPoint
Education
Wayne State University Law School 2012 — 2016
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Constitutional Law
Wayne State University 2012 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Political Science - Public Policy
Alma College 2006 — 2010
B.A., Economics, Foreign Service, 3.59 GPA, cum laude
Cowbell Burger & Whiskey Bar March 2013 - Present
Mortimer's Cafe & Pub April 2011 - March 2013
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) April 2007 - April 2011
Art Van Furniture September 2005 - April 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Sales, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Leadership, Restaurant Management, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Word
Education
Central Piedmont Community College 2008 — 2010
Political Science pre-major
Zehnders of Frankenmuth August 2015 - Present
Pacific Sunwear April 2015 - August 2015
Pacific Sunwear July 2014 - April 2015
Pacific Sunwear May 2014 - July 2014
Art Van Furniture May 2013 - May 2014
Bavarian Inn Restaurant August 2010 - May 2013
Skills
Merchandising, Furniture, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Sales, Customer Service, Profit, Furnishings, Inventory Control, Scheduling, Driving Results, Organizational..., Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Catering, Loss Prevention, Product Management, Interviews, Employee Training, New Hire Orientations, Graphic Design, Fine Art, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Baker College of Flint
Graphic Design
Art Van Furniture 2013 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sales, Training, Management
Education
Baker College of Allen Park
Art Van Furniture October 2013 - Present
Skills
Sales Management, Team Building, Retail, Sales, Negotiation, Healthcare, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Leadership, Sales Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service
Education
University of Michigan-Flint 2015 — 2018
Nusing, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Saginaw Valley State University 2014 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Pre-Nursing Studies
Albion College 2004 — 2009
Economic and management, Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Art Van Furniture September 2014 - Present
Robin's Nest Consulting September 2013 - September 2014
RECARO North Amercia September 2012 - September 2013
Code Enforcement Department June 2013 - August 2013
The Home Depot March 2009 - September 2012
Crossroads for Youth April 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Store Management, Retail Sales, Loss Prevention, Cashiering, Inventory Management, Store Operations, Sales, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Time Management, Customer Satisfaction, Planograms, Profit, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Shrinkage, Big Box
Education
Baker College of Auburn Hills 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Criminal justice
Baker College of Auburn Hills 2009 — 2012
Associate of Applied Sciences, Criminal Justice and Corrections
The Art Institute of Michigan May 2015 - Present
International Academy of Design and Technology May 2014 - May 2015
International Academy of Design and Technology January 2012 - May 2015
International Academy of Design and Technology November 2009 - December 2011
International Academy of Design and Technology January 2007 - August 2011
Imagination Theatre Etc! March 2004 - November 2008
Art Van Furniture June 2006 - August 2006
Arthritis Foundation June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Photoshop, Graphic Design, Higher Education, Adobe Creative Suite, Education, Illustrator, Higher Education..., Teaching, Fine Art, Art, PowerPoint, Premiere, Flash, Web Design, Social Media, Photography, Student Recruiting, Typography, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Storyboarding, Painting, Dreamweaver, Creative Direction, User Interface Design, Curriculum Development, Illustration, Multimedia, Editing, Mac, Layout, InDesign, Digital Photography, Video Editing, Digital Illustration, Logo Design, Image Editing, Visual Communication, Graphics, Branding, QuarkXPress, Enrollment Management, College Teaching, E-Learning, Student Affairs, Interaction Design, Brochures, Creative Writing, Information Architecture, Drawing
Education
American InterContinental University 2013 — 2013
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Instructional Design and Technology
Academy of Art University 2010 — 2012
Master of Fine Arts, Interactive Media and Web Design
International Academy of Design and Technology 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Visual Communications
SHHS 1999 — 2003
High School
Art Van Furniture March 2014 - Present
The Fountain Gr March 2013 - February 2014
Learning Care Group, Inc. September 2012 - January 2013
Kelly Services,Inc October 2011 - September 2012
Minacs Group USA, INC January 1998 - February 2011
Colorado Compensation Ins Authority April 1993 - September 1997
Skills
Payroll, PeopleSoft, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Management, Process Improvement, Performance Management, Talent Management, Vendor Management, Training, Recruiting, Employee Engagement, Talent Acquisition, Employee Benefits, Onboarding, Benefits Administration, Applicant Tracking...
Education
Arapahoe Community College 1994 — 1997
Baker College January 2014 - June 2015
The Scooter Store 2009 - 2012
ATA Retail Services 2008 - 2009
Art Van Furniture 1999 - 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Troubleshooting, Healthcare, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Training, Process Improvement, Medical Devices, Software Documentation, Technical Support, Sales, PowerPoint, Field Service, Electronics, Quality Assurance, Laptops, Testing, Help Desk Support, Printers, Hardware, Software Installation, Computer Hardware, Customer Satisfaction, Windows 7, Sales Operations, Time Management, Networking, Teamwork, Research, Retail, Call Centers, Communication, Coaching, ICD-10, Epic Systems, CPT, Healthcare Information..., Healthcare Management
Education
Baker College of Clinton Township 2014 — 2015
Associate of Science (A.S.), Healthcare Information Technology / RHIT, Graduated with honors.
Art Van Furniture April 2014 - Present
Freshii January 2014 - April 2014
Reed Turner Nature Preserve June 2006 - December 2013
ArtPrize September 2013 - October 2013
Gilmore Collection May 2012 - May 2013
Cornerstone University June 2011 - December 2012
Lemstone Christian Store October 2006 - October 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Event Planning, Facebook, Public Relations, Social Media, Sales, Newsletters, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Furniture, Furniture Sales, Networking, Mattress Sales, Interior Design, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Research, Editing, Social Networking, Adobe Creative Suite, Fundraising, Selling, Customer Relations, Customer Retention, Retail, Marketing
Education
Cornerstone University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication
Calvin College May 2014 - July 2015
Calvin College Chemistry Department February 2014 - December 2014
Art Van Furniture May 2013 - August 2013
Lowe's Home Improvement April 2011 - July 2011
Dan Bylsma's West Michigan Hockey Schools July 2009 - July 2011
Skills
Cell Culture, Molecular Cloning, Western Blotting, Cell Proliferation..., PCR, SDS-PAGE, Critical Thinking, Laboratory, Time Management, Communication, Data Entry, Team-oriented, Highly detail oriented, Molecular Biology, Biochemistry, Teamwork
Education
Calvin College 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS) - December 2014, Biotechnology major and Biochemistry minor
Art Van Furniture June 2013 - Present
Art Van Furniture July 2011 - June 2013
Art Van Furniture June 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Space planning, Floor Plans, Interior Design, Event Planning, Retail, Rendering, Sketching, New Store Openings, Project Planning, Microsoft Word, Cross-functional Team..., Event Set Up, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Employee Training, Inventory Management, Concept Development, New Hire Training, Space Planning, Customer Service, Merchandising
Education
Adrian College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Interior Design
Strictly Business: The Dale Carnegie Immersion Seminar
McDonald's Corporation August 2012 - Present
ITT Technical Institute 2012 - 2013
MELVINS TAX SERVICE January 2004 - April 2012
ARAMARK Healthcare December 2010 - January 2012
Greater Horizon Training Institute July 2008 - August 2009
Art Van Furniture June 2006 - December 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Typing, Phone Skills, Customer Service, Data Entry, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Inventory Management, PowerPoint, Fax, Spreadsheets, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Dearborn 2014 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Information systems and Cybersecurity
ITT Technical Institute-Southfield 2012 — 2014
Network Systems Administration, Information Technology, 3.8
Art Van Furniture 2013 - Present
AAA/Automobile Club Group September 1997 - October 2007
AAA/Automobile Club Group February 1995 - October 1997
Skills
•Marketing and Sales..., •Clinical Pharmacology..., •Microsoft Office Suite, •Professional..., •Pharmaceutical Sales..., •Business Acumen and..., •Industry and..., •Sales – Personalized..., •Impeccable Customer...
Education
Central Michigan University 1993 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business/Organizational Administration
Michigan State University`
Art Van Furniture June 2013 - Present
Sams W and Assoc January 2013 - Present
Looking for the right company July 2012 - Present
Automobile Club Group/AAA January 2000 - October 2007
Automobile Club Group/AAA May 1988 - February 1995
Skills
Customer Relations, Coaching, Change Management, Mentoring, Team Building, Team Management, Team Leadership, Sales Management, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Conflict Resolution, Budgeting, Highly Adaptable, Driving Results, Insurance, Process Improvement, Problem Solving, Claim Investigation, Claims Resolution, Claims Handling, Benefits Negotiation, Organizational..., Budgets, Leadership, Operations Management, Employee Relations, Sales, Sales Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Casualty, Claims Management, Property & Casualty..., Legal Liability, Liability, Training, Executive Management, Employee Benefits, Workers Compensation, Performance Management, Hiring, Risk Management, Call Centers, Underwriting, General Insurance, Claim, Professional Liability, Commercial Insurance, Recruiting, Negotiation, Strategy
Education
Central Michigan University 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Organizational Leadership
Michigan State University 1974 — 1977
Biology, General
Ethan Allen May 2011 - Present
Art Van Furniture March 2009 - April 2011
General Motors/Jones Lang LaSalle February 1994 - February 2009
Skills
Program Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Public Speaking, Interior Design
Education
Oakland University 2013 — 2015
Master’s Degree, Mental Health Counseling/Counselor, Graduate Student
Central Michigan University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Community Development
Ferris State University - Kendall College of Art and Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
Art Van Furniture November 2011 - June 2012
Ally Services Inc June 2008 - September 2011
NES Rentals February 2006 - May 2008
Kmart Corporation November 1995 - November 2005
Dollar Tree Stores June 1995 - November 1995
Skills
Sales and Use Tax, Retail Sales Experience, Retail Category..., General Office Skills, Accounting, Ten Key, Inventory, Organized Multi-tasker, Pricing, Learning Quickly, Oral & Written..., Supervisory Experience, Invoice Processing, High Organizational..., Copying, Customer Service, Computer Proficiency, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Filing, Bookkeeping, Spreadsheets, Time Management, Administrative..., Payroll, Data Entry, Inventory Management, Process Scheduler, Invoicing, Sales, Telephone Skills, Finance, Sales Tax, Inventory Control, Insurance, Medical Billing, Office Equipment, Expense Management
Education
Coastal Carolina Community College 1985 — 1988
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Rycenga Building Center May 2012 - Present
Julie Mausolf, Interior Design April 2012 - Present
Standale Interiors March 2011 - April 2012
The Home Depot May 2007 - March 2011
Art Van Furniture August 2006 - May 2007
Long's Furniture 2005 - 2006
Allyson's Dream Project 2005 - 2006
Assmann's, Inc. 2002 - 2005
Skills
Building Materials, Cabinetry, Space-planning, Interior Design, Kitchen & Bath Design, Space planning, Sustainable Design, Floor Plans, Residential Design, Interior Architecture, Furniture, Furnishings, Hand Drafting, Lighting Design, Window Treatments, Space Planning
Education
Central Michigan University 2000 — 2004
BAA, Interior Design
Ubly High School 1996 — 2000
Bachelors of Applied Arts in Interior Design., Interior Design and Construction Technology and Management
Art Van Furniture January 1998 - Present
Skills
Team Building, Sales, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Cold Calling, Sales Process, Automotive, New Business Development, Customer Service, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, Selling, Vehicles
Education
Cleary University 2001 — 2004
Business Management
Art Van Furniture July 2008 - Present
Madison Athletic Club March 2007 - June 2008
America's Best April 2006 - May 2007
Sunglass Hut July 2005 - March 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Coaching, Merchandising, Cold Calling, Retail, PowerPoint, Account Management
Education
Ashworth College 2007 — 2010
Bachelors of Business Science
Art Van Furniture April 2008 - Present
Kreber January 2007 - March 2008
Schawk, Inc. 2007 - 2007
Meridian Advertising 1994 - 2007
Skills
Photography, Art Direction, Posters, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Direct Mail, Photo Art Direction, Graphic Design, Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Advertising, Illustration, Catalogs, Creative Direction, Art, Concept Development, Adobe Muse, Collateral, Graphics, Typography
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising/Graphic Design
Meridian Health Plan November 2012 - Present
Meridian Health Plan March 2012 - November 2012
MeasureComp April 2010 - March 2012
Unitask June 2011 - August 2011
Ingenex Digital Marketing May 2011 - June 2011
AdCon 2011 2011 - 2011
Art Van Furniture September 2009 - April 2010
Baker College February 2007 - 2010
Bd's Mongolian Grill February 2006 - September 2009
Southern Wayne County Regional Chamber October 2006 - November 2008
Skills
Attentive to detail, Results Oriented, Social Media, Press Releases, Wordpress, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Facebook, Blogging, Customer Relations, Public Speaking, Research, Marketing Strategy, Problem Solving, Account Management, Salesforce.com, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Project Planning, Marketing, Training, Call Centers, Long-term Customer..., Customer Satisfaction, Customer Experience, Customer Support, Organization, Superior Computer Skills, Communication, Community Outreach, Coordination of Care, Team-oriented, Leadership, Management, Sales, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Market Research
Education
Baker College of Allen Park 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.8 GPA
Phillip Wm. Fisher September 2013 - Present
Art Van Furniture May 2010 - September 2013
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage 2008 - 2009
Jack White/White Stripes October 2004 - April 2007
The Fisher Group/Max M. Fisher Holdings June 2002 - October 2004
Lason, Inc. February 2000 - November 2001
JBA International November 1998 - January 2000
PRIOR WORK HISTORY SUMMARY October 1994 - August 1998
Skills
Retail
Education
University of Iowa 1978 — 2000
Business
Central Michigan University 1996 — 1998
Business
J.R. Thompson Company May 2010 - Present
Presentation Specialis September 2004 - August 2011
Freelance Artist January 2005 - July 2011
Flying Fish Creative Services April 2010 - 2011
Art Van Furniture January 2009 - March 2010
Mars Advertising August 2008 - October 2008
Speedshape May 2007 - 2008
Synergy Fine Art Gallery May 2005 - August 2007
Detroit store Fixtures inc. 2004 - 2005
The Parade Company Inc. 2003 - 2004
Skills
After Effects, Illustration, Flash, Digital Photography, Final Cut,, Adobe CS5, PowerPoint, Cinema 4d, 3d visualization, Sculpture, Premiere, Corel, Microsoft Office, video production, Video Editing, Presentations, keynote, art curator, Multimedia, Event Planning, Social Media, painting, High-end Retouching, Compositing, Web Design, Gallery Management, Art Exhibitions, Adobe Creative Suite, Video Production, Painting
Education
College for Creative Studies 1999 — 2002
BFA, College for Creative Studies
Oakland Community College 1996 — 1999
General Studies, Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Comfort Mattress Co./Art Van Funiture April 2006 - Present
Art Van Furniture June 1992 - April 2006
Education
Central Michigan University 1969 — 1971
American Mattress Gallery June 2015 - Present
Sleep Doctor Mattress Stores June 2014 - May 2015
Art Van Furniture June 2013 - May 2014
Value City Furniture, owned by American Signature Inc. June 2012 - June 2013
The Intelligent Companies October 2011 - June 2012
American Mattress, Houston Area 2002 - 2004
Skills
Health Insurance, Disability Insurance, Insurance, Life Insurance, Medicare, Term Life Insurance, Commercial Insurance, Employee Benefits, Fixed Annuities, Long-term Care, Sales, Customer Service, Sales Management, Cold Calling, Underwriting, Research, Furniture, New Business Development, Team Building
Education
Concordia University Chicago 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (BA), History
Bethany Lutheran College, Mankato, MN 1993 — 1995
Associate of Arts (AA)
Tweddle Group June 2013 - August 2013
Art Van Furniture September 2007 - April 2011
Skills
Graphics, Art Direction, Illustration, Typography, Logo Design, Illustrator, Corporate Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, InDesign, Concept Development, Art, Advertising
Education
College for Creative Studies 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Design and Visual Communications
St. Clair County Community College 1999 — 2000
Art Van Furniture March 2015 - Present
Uber March 2014 - April 2015
Chase Professionals October 2014 - January 2015
One Stop April 2004 - December 2013
Sure Staff January 2009 - December 2012
Skills
Program Management, Office Management, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, General Business..., Sales Management, Marketing, Administrative Work, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Training, Recruiting, Leadership, Start-ups, Customer Service, Human Resources, Interviews, Management, Social Networking, Applicant Tracking..., Hiring, Talent Acquisition, Temporary Staffing, Sourcing, Technical Recruiting, Employee Relations
Education
College of DuPage 2002 — 2004
Associates, Architecture, CAD
Systems Services & Consulting LLC July 2012 - Present
Art Van Furniture August 2011 - July 2012
American Home Fitness June 2008 - July 2011
Danka Office Imaging 2008 - 2008
Countrywide August 2005 - September 2007
The Fitness Experience December 1999 - January 2005
Borgess Medical Center 1995 - 1999
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Customer Service, New Business Development, Cold Calling, Operations Management, Budgets, Microsoft Excel
Education
Central Michigan University 1990 — 1995
B.S., Exercise Physiology
Portage Northern High School 1986 — 1990
Abide A While March 2015 - Present
The Muhler Co August 2010 - April 2014
INPUT August 2006 - June 2009
Art Van Furniture February 2001 - June 2006
Education
Charleston Southern University 2013 — 2015
Master of Science (M.S.), Organizational Management
Charleston Southern University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Organizational Leadership
Art Van Furniture August 2006 - October 2007
Education
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 2007 — 2011
Art Van Furniture January 2000 - Present
Art Van Furniture January 2000 - Present
Skills
Retail, Sales, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Merchandising, Team Building, Sales Operations, Customer Service, Pricing, Administration, Administrative..., Sales Management, Purchasing, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Scheduling, Negotiation, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Training, Forecasting, Profit
Education
Baker College of Clinton Township
Finney High School
Business
Art van furniture Store ManagerDillards dept storeJune 1988 - March 1991
Skills
Furniture, Coaching, Sales Management, Management Consulting, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Team Building, Recruiting, Account Management, New Business Development, Customer Service, Leadership, Team Leadership, Merchandising, Sales Operations
Education
Bowling Green State University
marketing / retailing
Kaman's Art Shoppes, Inc March 2015 - Present
Art Van Furniture August 2011 - Present
Brand Affinity Technologies (BAT) October 2009 - October 2014
Merge Studio and Gallery January 2012 - August 2013
Walt Disney World May 2007 - September 2012
Fordson High School March 2011 - May 2011
College for Creative Studies September 2009 - May 2011
Davison Elementary School January 2011 - March 2011
Campbell-Ewald May 2010 - July 2010
College for Creative Studies September 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Darkroom, Retouching, Teaching, Photoshop, Studio Photography, PowerPoint, Word, Digital Photography, Excel, Mac, Fine Art Photography, Image Manipulation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Photos, Portraits
Education
College for Creative Studies 2007 — 2011
BFA, Photography, Art Education, minor in Art History
Wayne State University 1990 — 1992
Business
University of Michigan 1983 — 1987
BGS, Accounting
Lincare February 2014 - Present
Muskegon Area Transit System May 2012 - February 2014
Autozone March 2011 - October 2012
Art Van Furniture August 1998 - February 2009
Skills
Inventory Management, Customer Service, Sales, Inventory Control, Customer Satisfaction, Logistics, Retail, Profit, Purchasing, Distribution Center..., Transportation, Operations Management, Supply Chain, Team Building, Automotive, Warehousing, Merchandising, Management, Pricing
Education
Baker College of Muskegon
Art Van Furniture April 2012 - Present
Art Van Furniture April 2007 - April 2012
Art Van Furniture December 2000 - April 2007
Art Van Furniture April 2000 - December 2000
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Furniture, Employee Relations, Office Equipment, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Inventory Management, Microsoft Word, Human Resources, Organizational..., Merchandising, Training, Recruiting, Payroll, Coaching, Team Building, Hiring
Education
Ashford University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Social & Criminal Justice
Ashford University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Applied Behavioral Science
Carhartt September 2014 - Present
Magna Seating September 2009 - September 2014
Art Van Furniture October 2007 - August 2009
Magna Seating June 2006 - December 2008
Magna Seating August 2004 - May 2006
Magna Seating January 2003 - August 2004
Magna Seating January 1999 - December 2002
Magna Lomason Inc./Douglas & Lomason Company May 1995 - December 1998
Oakwood Healthcare August 1990 - May 1995
Skills
Employee Relations, New Hire Orientations, Deferred Compensation, Internet Recruiting, Compensation, Succession Planning, Payroll, Administration, Employee Engagement, Technical Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., Purchasing, College Recruiting, FMLA, Employer Branding, Time Management, Sourcing, Compensation & Benefit, Recruiting, Employee Handbooks
Education
California State University-Hayward 1980 — 1983
B.S., Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing
Central Michigan University
Human Resources Management
Centene Corporation February 2014 - Present
Multi Packaging Solutions August 2011 - February 2014
Art Van Furniture January 1999 - August 2011
YWCA of Greater Flint January 1991 - January 1999
American Red Cross March 1990 - July 1990
American Red Cross January 1988 - February 1990
American Red Cross July 1987 - January 1988
Skills
Employee Relations, HRIS, Performance Management, Human Resources, Coaching, Recruiting, Leadership, Benefits Administration, Budgets, Management, Risk Management, Information Systems, EEO Investigations, EEO/AA Compliance, ADA compliance, FMLA, Internal Investigations, Workers Compensation, Strategic Planning, Training, Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Onboarding, Retail, Employee Training, Succession Planning, HR Policies, Hiring, Employment Law, New Hire Orientations, Change Management, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Labor Relations, ADP Payroll, Team Building
Education
Central Michigan University 1998 — 1999
M.S.A, Human Resource Administration
Baylor University
B.B.A, Accounting and Information Systems
US Farathane June 2012 - Present
BPI Information Systems of Michigan September 2005 - June 2012
Genius Solutions January 2002 - August 2005
Art Van Furniture September 1999 - August 2001
GameWorks March 1999 - August 1999
Skills
System Administration, Network Administration, Cisco Technologies, Active Directory, Servers, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Server, VMware, Windows, Network Security, Disaster Recovery, Microsoft Exchange, Operating Systems, Firewalls, Virtualization, Data Center, Computer Hardware, Security, Storage Area Networks, Technical Support, Software Documentation, WAN, Networking, Citrix, Network Design, Windows 7, VMware ESX, Software Installation, Cisco IOS, Cisco Routers, Wireless Networking, Switches, Hardware
Education
Baker College Center for Graduate Studies 2010 — 2012
Master of Science (M.S.), Information Systems Management
Baker College Business and Corporate Services 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Information Technology and Security, Computer Networking and I.T. Security
De La Salle Collegiate 1994 — 1998
High School
Acquisitions Unlimited LLC September 2010 - Present
ABC Warehouse June 2006 - April 2008
Art Van Furniture August 2002 - January 2004
Skills
Advertising, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Email Marketing, New Business Development, Event Planning, Event Management, Sales, Direct Sales, B2B Marketing, Incentive Programs, Business Planning
Education
Cornerstone University
Business Administration and Management, General
Mott Community College
Physical Therapy Technician/Assistant
Aflac January 2015 - Present
Best Lights, Inc. June 2014 - January 2015
Palace Sports & Entertainment June 2012 - 2014
Art Van Furniture June 2008 - June 2012
Cause Marketing Solutions February 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Sales, Cold Calling, Merchandising, Retail, Sales Management, Furniture, Space-planning, Visual Merchandising, Outside Sales, Account Management, Coaching, Furnishings
Education
Central Michigan University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
South lyon High School 1996 — 2000
Art Van Furniture May 2014 - Present
SG Photography June 2012 - Present
Suburban Sports Group June 2013 - May 2014
Cost Plus World Market November 2012 - June 2013
Kizer and Associates June 2012 - June 2013
dELiA*s May 2011 - April 2012
Arrington Ice Arena January 2011 - April 2012
Arrington Ice Arena September 2008 - April 2012
Arrington Ice Arena September 2008 - April 2012
Aeropostale June 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Social Media, Photography, Digital Photography, Lightroom, Figure Skating, Sales, Customer Service, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Advertising, Facebook, Graphic Design, Illustrator, InDesign, Leadership, Marketing, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Social Networking
Education
Adrian College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Studio Art; Photography
JCP In Home Custom Decorating November 2013 - Present
Art Van Furniture October 1991 - October 2013
Skills
Furniture, Interior Design, Retail, Furnishings, Space-planning, Custom Furniture, Space planning, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Leadership, Retail Design, Window Treatments, Textiles, Hiring, Coaching, Employee Training, Inventory Management, SketchUp, Upholstery, Floor Plans, FF, Hand Drafting, Interior Architecture, Space Planning
Education
Ainsworth High school
Baker College Business and Corporate Services
Interior design...Architectural Drawing
Gauthier Family Home Care, LLC May 2015 - Present
Art Van Furniture September 2014 - December 2014
Davenport University January 2013 - April 2013
River Valley Orthopedics September 2013 - 2013
Skills
Public Speaking, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Administrative..., Electronic Medical..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Research, Social Media, Teamwork, Event Planning, Nutrition, Photoshop, Teaching, EMR
Education
Baker College Center for Graduate Studies 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Everest Institute 2011 — 2011
Certificate, Medical/Clinical Assistant
Concordia University-Ann Arbor August 2011 - Present
Art Van Furniture July 2010 - March 2011
Quiznos July 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Persuasion, Selling, Team Leadership
Education
Concordia University-Ann Arbor 2011 — 2012
none, Business
Henry Ford Community College 2010 — 2010
none, Business
University of Arkansas at Pine Bluff 2009 — 2010
none, Business
Firekeepers 2013 - Present
Athens Township Fire Department August 2008 - Present
Union City Fire Department May 2007 - May 2013
Aflac 2011 - 2013
Perfection Lawn Care June 2002 - August 2011
Employment Plus 2009 - 2009
Concept One Mortgage November 2001 - June 2002
Art Van Furniture 1999 - 2001
Advance paving 1998 - 1999
Sears 1996 - 1998
Skills
Accident, Whole Life, Disability Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Critical Illness, Cafeteria Plans, Accident Insurance, Life Insurance, Health Insurance, Insurance, Long-term Care, Voluntary Employee..., Licensed Life, Customer Service, Sales, Account Management, Team Building
Education
Baker College of Jackson 2007 — 2011
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.42
Art Van Furniture April 2012 - Present
Bob's Discount Furniture February 2006 - April 2012
May Department Stores July 1991 - February 2006
The Walt Disney Company March 1989 - July 1991
Skills
Income Statement, Retail, Merchandising, Profit, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Assortment, P&L Management, CPFR, Visual Merchandising, Private Label, Expense Management, Budgets
Education
California State University-Los Angeles 1983 — 1989
MBA, Finance
United Rentals Inc. March 2014 - Present
International Hardcoat, Inc. December 2010 - March 2014
Road and Rail Services August 2008 - January 2009
Art Van Furniture July 1999 - August 2008
Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Inventory Management
Education
American InterContinental University 2006 — 2007
Bachelor of Information Technology, Network and System Administration/Administrator
American InterContinental University 2005 — 2006
Associate of Arts (AA), Business Administration and Management, General
Taylor, Ford June 2013 - Present
Art Van Furniture December 2011 - December 2012
Saturn of Southgate April 1995 - December 2009
Skills
Sales Management, Training, Fleet, Sales, Customer Service, Cold Calling
Education
William Beamount Hospital 2011 — 2011
Certificate, C.P.E.
Arlington Baptist College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Bible/Pastoral
Art Van Furniture May 2009 - Present
Lansing Sanitary Supply July 2002 - May 2009
Pollock Paper Distributors September 1995 - August 2002
Skills
Furnishings, Retail
Education
Baker College of Auburn Hills 2007 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Interior Design/Architecture
Art Van Furniture November 2004 - Present
Education
Ross Medical Education Center-Flint 2003 — 2003
Clark Eye Center January 2012 - Present
Michigan Institute of Urology January 2011 - September 2011
Dynamic Technology, Inc. November 2006 - September 2010
Kawasaki Robotics (USA), Inc. December 2001 - November 2006
Art Van Furniture October 1997 - December 2001
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Windows, Customer Service, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Word, Receptionist Duties, Problem Solving, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Sales, Team Building, Negotiation
Education
Ross Medical Education Center-Brighton 2009 — 2010
Medical Insurance Billing & Office Administration Certificate
Lansing Community College
Art Van Furniture Sales SupportJCPenneyJuly 2014 - Present
Education
Bowling Green State University
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Career and Technology Education
Art Van Furniture March 2004 - Present
Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Retail, Sales, Inventory Management, Furniture, Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Outlook, Visual Merchandising, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Team Building
Education
Baker College of Clinton Township
Associate's Degree, Paralegal
Baker College of Clinton Township
st john healthcare 2014 - Present
Square Deal Building Supply January 2012 - January 2014
Art Van Furniture September 1997 - February 2009
Skills
Financial Reporting, Accounts Receivable, Financial Accounting, Auditing, Internal Controls, Tax, GAAP, Bookkeeping, Financial Statements
Education
Baker College of Clinton Township 2010 — 2011
Associate's degree, Accounting
Art Van Furniture DriverArt Van FurnitureMarch 2014 - June 2014
TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® June 2013 - March 2014
Skills
Transportation, Trucking, Warehousing, Transportation..., Logistics, Truckload, LTL, Inventory Management, Customer Service
Education
Macomb Community College 2009 — 2010
Associate's Degree, Applied Sciences
Central Michigan University 2007 — 2009
Associate's Degree, Sociology with a Criminal Justice Concentration