Brightspark Travel Inc
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Brightspark Travel Inc February 2008 - August 2014
Advanced Storage & U-Haul November 1996 - October 2007
Skills
Sales, Account Management, Tourism, Tour Management, Customer Relations, Business Administration, Client Retention, Customer Service, Travel Management, Travel, Management, Travel Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Event Planning, Leisure Travel, Sustainable Tourism, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Hospitality, Business Management
Education
College of Lake County 2014 — 2015
Associate’s Degree, Business Administration, 3.2
Columbia College 2015 — 2017
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
MARRIOTT ENTERTAINMENT June 2015 - Present
Summer Place Theatre Inc. May 2015 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc March 2015 - June 2015
Brightspark Travel Inc May 2014 - June 2015
Summer Place Theatre Inc. January 2013 - December 2014
Vivid Seats January 2014 - May 2014
Elmhurst College August 2012 - January 2014
Elmhurst College August 2010 - January 2014
Mr. Z's Supermarket March 2012 - September 2013
WRSE- Elmhurst College Radio May 2011 - February 2013
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Customer Service, Time Management, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Teaching, Disabilities, Editing, Clerical Skills, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel, Theatre, Creative Writing, Money Management, 10 Key, Meeting Scheduling, Flexibility, Workplace Relations, FileMaker, Scheduler Plus, Alumni Relations, Theaters, Ticketing, Ticket Sales, Customer, Customer Retention, Customer Satisfaction, Sewing, Industrial Sewing, Costume Design, Costumes, Phone Etiquette, Public Relations, Residence Life, Student Development, Performing Arts, Community Outreach
Education
Elmhurst College 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Organizational Communication, General
Brightspark Travel Inc August 2010 - Present
Algona Community School District August 1980 - July 2010
Belmond Community School District July 1978 - July 1980
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Teaching, Band, Staff Development
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1973 — 1977
BM 1977, MM 1989, Music Teacher Education
National Board for Professional Teaching Standards
National Board Certified Teacher 2006, Secondary Music Education
Ascension Insurance, Inc. November 2013 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc April 2012 - October 2013
Giordano's - Famous Stuffed Pizza March 2012 - April 2012
EDC Gaming November 2011 - April 2012
EDC 2009 - October 2011
Bain & Company 2007 - 2009
Ernst & Young 2000 - 2005
Skills
Strategy, Private Equity, Accounting, Turn Around Management, Mergers, Leadership, Management Consulting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Management, Investments, Risk Management, Forecasting, Analysis, US GAAP, Start-ups
Education
Harvard Business School 2005 — 2007
MBA, General Management
College of the Holy Cross 1996 — 2000
BA, Economics, Accounting
University of Melbourne 1998 — 1998
Finance, Study Abroad - Fall Semester
MasTec Network Solutions September 2013 - Present
MasTec Network Solutions November 2012 - September 2013
Brightspark Travel Inc October 2009 - November 2012
MORTON'S STEAKHOUSE October 2004 - July 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Time Management, Training, Outlook, Restaurants, Sales, Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Sales Management, Software Documentation, Event Management, Event Planning, Telecommunications, Leadership, Project Management, Wireless, Project Planning, Vendor Management, Mobile Devices, Social Media, Program Management, LTE, Cellular Communications, Integration, CRM
Education
Roosevelt University 2007 — 2012
Masters Degree, Hospitality and Business Management
Western Illinois University 2001 — 2003
Bachelors Degree, Law Enforcement, 3.25
Embassy Suites July 2014 - Present
Embassy Suites Chicago North Shore October 2012 - June 2014
Brightspark Travel Inc 2001 - 2012
Embassy Suites June 1996 - January 2001
Skills
Sales, New Business Development, Management, Negotiation, Accounting, Proposal Writing, Travel Management, Tourism, Account Management, Event Management, Leisure Travel, Event Planning, Customer Service, Sales Management, Social Media, Travel Planning, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Hospitality, Public Relations
Education
Drake University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology and Sociology
Carmel High School 1985 — 1989
University of Phoenix March 2009 - Present
MerryMakers - Events Unique Like You! April 2006 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc March 2006 - Present
Boyne City Public Schools September 2003 - June 2007
Boyne City Public Schools September 1972 - June 2005
Skills
Technical Writers, Tourism
Education
Michigan State University 1972 — 1980
Master's degree, English Education
Flight Centre January 2013 - Present
EF Education First February 2012 - December 2012
EF Education First April 2010 - February 2012
Brightspark Travel Inc February 2008 - April 2010
Skills
Sales, Tourism, Outside Sales, Travel Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Student Engagement, Public Relations, Improvisation, Leisure Travel, Public Speaking, Adventure Travel, InDesign, Photoshop, Leadership
Education
Ryerson University 2006 — 2010
BAA, Theatre Production - Set Design
Second City 2012 — 2012
Stand-up Comedy
Brightspark Travel Inc. October 2007 - Present
Carmel Catholic High School August 2006 - June 2007
North Polk Jr./ Sr. High School August 2005 - October 2005
American Overseas School of Rome (AOSR) 2005 - 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Relations, Microsoft Office, Travel Planning, Travel, Travel Management, Education, Educational Travel, International Travel, Tourism, Tour Management
Education
Iowa State University 2001 — 2005
Psychology, Secondary Education, Social Studies
Carmel Catholic High School 1997 — 2001
QuaverMusic.com December 2012 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc July 2012 - December 2012
McGraw-Hill January 2002 - February 2012
School District of Hillsborough County August 1989 - December 2001
Berkeley Preparatory School August 1985 - June 1989
Skills
Curriculum Design, Instructional Design, E-learning, Teaching, Articulate Presenter, Educational Technology, Workshop Presenter, Sales Presentations, sales and marketing, E-Learning, Public Speaking, Music Education, Classroom, Academic Publishing, Instructional Technology, Editing, K-12, Elementary Education, Adult Education, Educational Consulting, Leadership Development, Classroom Management, Training, Workshops, Teacher Training, Presenter, Higher Education, Conducting, Vocal, Educational Leadership, Music, Instructor-led Training, Staff Development, Research, Publishing, Textbooks, Technology Integration
Education
University of South Florida 1982 — 1985
Masters, Music
University of South Florida 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts, Music Education
Brightspark Travel Inc April 2005 - Present
Skills
Office Management, Accounting, Sales, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Tourism, Outlook, Event Planning, Customer Service, Budgets, Event Management, Leadership, PowerPoint, Hospitality
Education
Ferris State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelors of Business Administration, Accounting
Brightspark Travel Inc December 2014 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc February 2014 - December 2014
My Agency August 2013 - December 2013
My Agency May 2013 - August 2013
Explorica August 2006 - April 2013
Explorica January 2011 - July 2011
Explorica November 2009 - May 2010
Skills
New Business Development, Program Management, Sales, Training, Tourism, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Maintaining Strong..., New Hire Training, Event Management, Sales Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Market Research, Marketing, CRM, Leadership, Project Management, Management, Social Media
Education
Penn State University 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Georgia Institute of Technology 2000 — 2004
BS, International Affairs
St. Vincent's 1996 — 2000
Brightspark Travel Inc January 2014 - Present
Pints September 2012 - January 2014
Blackthorn Grille July 2008 - September 2012
Checkpoint Charlie Foundation May 2009 - August 2009
Firestone August 2006 - October 2007
Regal Entertainment Group May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Restaurant Management, Bartending, European History, Travel Planning, Coordinating Events, Customer Service, Beverage Industry, Sales, Promotions, Microsoft Word, Restaurants
Education
International Education Services, Berlin, Germany 2009 — 2009
German Language Program
University of Iowa 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs, German, 3.3
International Education Services, Freiburg im Breisgau, Germany 2008 — 2008
European Union Program
Antioch Community High School 2001 — 2005
High School General Education, General Studies, 3.4
Brightspark Travel Inc September 1990 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc September 1990 - Present
Hartland High School September 1974 - September 1990
Skills
Travel Management, Tourism, Travel Planning, Tour Management, Email Marketing, Event Planning, Customer Service, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Tour Operators, Leisure Travel, Sales, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Management
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1970 — 1991
BBE, MBE, MBA, Marketing and Administration
University of Michigan 1982 — 1982
Leadership Development Program Certificate, Vocational Education
NCSA Athletic Recruiting July 2015 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc June 2013 - July 2015
Brightspark Travel Inc October 2012 - June 2013
Ounce of Prevention Fund June 2012 - September 2012
I Wish Lessons February 2012 - June 2012
Village of Lincolnwood October 2011 - June 2012
Reading Town August 2009 - August 2011
i.c.stars May 2009 - August 2009
Sports Illustrated On Campus September 2006 - May 2009
Alpha Epsilon Pi Rock-a-thon April 2008 - April 2009
Skills
Email Marketing, Recruiting, Fundraising, Strategy, Marketing, Social Media, Sales, Management, Human Resources, Integrated Marketing, Copywriting, HubSpot, Inbound Marketing, Inbound Lead Generation, Google Adwords, Google Analytics, HTML, CSS, Drupal, WordPress, SEM, E-commerce SEO, Retargeting
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2005 — 2009
B.A, Communication, Business
Niles West High School 2001 — 2005
High School
Brightspark Travel Inc 2013 - Present
1280 WBIG June 2014 - April 2015
ESPN September 2013 - March 2015
ESPN September 2012 - December 2012
Clear Channel Radio May 2012 - September 2012
Brightspark Travel Inc September 2010 - September 2012
Skills
Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Product Development, Microsoft Office, Editing, Adobe Audition, Radio, Sports Communication, On-air Announcing, On-Air Promos, On-Air Promotion, On-air Reporting, Final Cut Pro, Board Operation, Producers, Travel Planning, Tourism, Travel Management, Leisure Travel, Tour Management, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Television, Video
Education
Illinois Center for Broadcasting-Lombard Campus 2012 — 2013
Broadcast, Radio and Television, 3.75
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Technical Writing
Brightspark Travel Inc August 2010 - Present
Algona Community School District 1980 - 2010
Skills
Travel Planning, Travel Management, Tour Operators, Tour Management, Time Management, Tourism, Hospitality Industry, Leisure Travel, Business Travel, Sales, Music, Cruises, Hospitality Management, Adventure Travel, Event Management, Hospitality, Event Planning, Music Education, Trade Shows
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1973 — 1989
BM 1977, MM 1989, Music Education
Brightspark Travel Inc December 2011 - Present
Travel Indochina July 2007 - October 2010
Stella Travel Group/Travelscene American Express July 2007 - October 2010
Afar Media 2010 - 2010
SFUSD September 1996 - June 2005
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Public Relations, Advertising, Management, Email Marketing, Business Development
Education
The George Washington University - School of Business 2007 — 2008
MTA, Sustainable Destination Management
University of Maryland College Park 1989 — 1993
ba, sociology
Wooton 1984 — 1988
Brightspark Travel Inc November 2010 - Present
Weavertown 2009 - 2009
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft CRM, Microsoft Dynamics, Empower
Education
Duquesne University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting
The Nathaniel Dett Chorale August 2013 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc August 2011 - Present
Nightwood Theatre & Culchahworks August 2014 - September 2014
Arts & Communications September 2010 - September 2011
Arts & Communications July 2010 - September 2010
Tui Travel PLC May 2009 - July 2010
Allstream Centre October 2009 - October 2009
The Octave Music Centre Inc, Stonebridge Guitars International Inc. Grand River Music Centre Ltd. September 2001 - June 2009
Laurier University May 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Event Management, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Internal Communications, Press Releases, Media Monitoring, Social Networking, Corporate Communications, Editing, Training, Digital Media, Leadership
Education
Humber College 2009 — 2010
Cert., Public Relations
Wilfrid Laurier University 2004 — 2009
BMus, Comprehensive
Brightspark Travel Inc 1993 - Present
Lansing Community College September 1989 - December 1993
Piedmont Airlines/U.S. Air 1987 - 1991
Skills
Tourism, Event Planning, Conferences, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Student Travel Planning, Curriculum Planning, TRiO groups, Networking Events
Education
Grand Valley State University 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Hospitality and Tourism Management
Corporate Travel Service May 2015 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc May 2013 - Present
Academic Travel Service May 2012 - Present
Dan Wilhoft August 2010 - Present
International Limousine Service, Inc. November 2012 - Present
Music Celebrations International May 2013 - Present
Newmarket Promotions Limited October 2012 - Present
Big Bus Sightseeing Tours May 2014 - August 2015
Operation Europe August 2012 - December 2014
On Board Tours DC June 2012 - April 2014
Skills
Tour Guide, Tour Management, Tourism, Hospitality, Event Staffing, Travel Planning, Travel Writing, Travel, Leisure, Event Planning, Leisure Travel, Travel Management, Customer Service, Newsletters, Sustainable Tourism, Destination Marketing, Hotels, Tour Operators, Ticketing, Online Travel, Vacation, Public Relations, Business Travel, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Guided Tours, Hospitality Industry, Cruises, Incentive Travel, Tourism Management, Incentives, Teaching, Entertainment, Social Media, Corporate Events, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Sports, Hospitality Management, Front Office, Hotel Booking, Convention Services, Film
Education
· International Tour Management Institute 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Tour Director/Guide
New School University 1987 — 1992
M.A, Media Studies
Seton Hall University 1983 — 1987
B.A, Communication
WorldStrides April 2014 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc February 2014 - Present
Elementar May 2011 - January 2014
Hope Academy August 2010 - May 2011
Tri County ESC October 2009 - May 2010
Wooster Music Camp May 2009 - August 2009
Green Local Schools August 2007 - December 2008
Skills
American History, European History, Travel Planning, Business Travel, Leisure Travel, Music Education, Social Media, Customer Service, Computer Maintenance, Teaching, Editing, Bands, Event Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Research, Music, Leadership, Tourism
Education
International Tour Management Institute
Tour Directing
The College of Wooster 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA) and Bachelors of Mus. Ed., History and Music Education
ISX July 2013 - Present
Tour Guys July 2013 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc April 2011 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc September 2012 - February 2013
McMaster University Sport Fitness School June 2007 - August 2012
Skills
Outstanding..., Multilingual, Organizational..., Tour Management, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Event Planning, Conflict Resolution, Multitasking Skills, Leisure Travel, Adventure Travel, Qualitative Research, Political Science, Political Communication, Political Philosophy, International Political..., Microsoft CRM
Education
McMaster University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Classics
Brightspark Travel Inc August 2013 - Present
School District of Hillsborough County August 2005 - August 2013
John Carroll High School August 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Band, Curriculum Design, K-12, Educational Leadership, Elementary Education, Differentiated..., Classroom, Curriculum Development, Literacy, Educational Technology, Teacher Training, Event Planning, Tutoring, Special Education, Language Arts, Professional Learning..., Travel, Bands
Education
University of Tampa 2002 — 2004
Music Education
Nova Southeastern University
Master's degree, Educational Leadership and Administration, General
The Chihuly Collection March 2014 - Present
Educational Travel Adventures / Vagabond Tours March 2013 - Present
Collette Vacations September 2010 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc 2009 - Present
EF Explore America 2008 - Present
World Strides 2011 - 2012
DC Metro Food Tours 2010 - 2011
Collette Vacations 2010 - 2011
Travel Adventures 2008 - 2010
Go West Tours 2009 - 2009
Skills
Tourism, History, Music, Teaching, Fine Art
Education
International Tour Management Institute 2008 — 2008
Tour Director Certificate, Travel and Tourism
Michigan State University 1990 — 1992
MA + 30, Education
Oakland University 1973 — 1975
MA, Teaching of Reading
Michigan State University 1969 — 1972
BA, French
Brightspark Travel Inc July 2013 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc 2008 - Present
TUI Travel PLC July 2008 - August 2013
Skills
Account Management, Tourism, Sales, Sales Management, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Business Development
Education
University of Toronto - Rotman School of Management 2013 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Guelph 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's of Science, Microbiology, Economics
Brightspark Travel Inc February 2014 - Present
MTM Technologies August 2010 - May 2013
MTM Technologies September 2008 - October 2010
CVS Caremark Corporation September 2005 - August 2008
M. Holland Company December 2003 - May 2005
Skills
VMware, HP, Citrix, Websense, McAfee, Checkpoint, VDI, Storage, Pre-sales, Bluecoat, Microsoft Technologies, Virtualization, Sales, Professional Services, Training, Data Center, Management, Managed Services
Education
Harper College 1996 — 1998
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Harper College 1996 — 1998
Auburn University Bailey Small Animal Teaching Hospital January 2015 - Present
Auburn University College of Veterinary Medicine August 2014 - Present
MAPP Construction, LLC June 2011 - July 2014
Auburn University August 2013 - May 2014
Auburn University August 2011 - May 2014
Brightspark Travel Inc December 2012 - December 2012
National Science Foundation May 2011 - July 2011
Turner Construction Company June 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Research, Event Planning, Mentoring, Biology, Chemistry, Microsoft Office, Project Estimation, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Tutoring, Microsoft Word, Laboratory, Outlook, Data Entry, Cpr Certified, Public Speaking
Education
Auburn University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Zoology/Pre-Veterinary Medicine, 3.51
Integral Group Canada August 2015 - Present
Imperial Oil April 2014 - August 2015
Suncor Energy January 2013 - January 2014
Brightspark Travel Inc January 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Project Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Customer Service, Motor Control, Transformer, SAP, Cable Schedule Diagrams, Switchgear, Project Management, Smart Plant..., As-Built Drawings, AutoCAD, Livelink, Instrumentation, Research, Engineering, WL(Wiring Loop Diagram), SL(Single Loop Diagrams), Electricians, Energy
Education
Ryerson University 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Engineering (B.Eng.), Electrical Engineering
Rick Hansen Secondary School
IDP Foundation, Inc. November 2012 - May 2015
Brightspark Travel Inc September 2010 - June 2012
Furnetic, Chicago Center for Veterinary Medicine July 2009 - September 2010
Gavan Group February 2009 - June 2009
Wedbush Morgan Securities January 2008 - December 2008
Midway Amusement Games, LLC 2006 - January 2008
"The Social Network" August 2005 - March 2006
Chicago Bears 2001 - 2005
Hughes Entertainment April 2000 - July 2001
Skills
Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Increased Office..., Highly detail oriented, Social Media, Travel Planning, Travel Management, Event Management, Marketing, Customer Service, Social Networking, Time Management, Leadership, Budgets, Research, Social Media Marketing, Data Entry, Human Resources, Public Relations, Fundraising, Team Building, Nonprofits, PowerPoint, Facebook, Management, Editing, Community Outreach, Teamwork, Negotiation, Social Impact
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2011
Communication and Media Studies
College of Lake County 1998 — 2001
Theatre/Theater
Receptive Marketing Inc. May 2014 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc March 2014 - Present
Quadrant Marketing February 2013 - October 2013
Guelph-Humber Advertising and Marketing Association May 2012 - April 2013
Arora Marketing December 2011 - February 2013
ADCENTRICITY May 2012 - October 2012
Bee Media Inc. November 2011 - March 2012
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Social Media, Team Leadership, Relationship Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Entrepreneurship, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Digital Strategy, Brand Development, Brand Management, Sponsorship, Creative Strategy, Google Adwords, Web Design, Mobile Web Design, SEO, Lead Generation, Online Marketing, HubSpot, Direct Mail, Shopper Marketing, Data-driven Marketing, Data Analysis, Copywriting, Facebook Marketing, E-commerce, Web Marketing, Target Segmentation, Affiliate Marketing, Inbound Marketing, Landing Pages, Email Marketing, WordPress, Performance Measurement, PPC, Marketing Consulting, Project Management, Local Marketing, A/B testing
Education
University of Guelph
BBA, Business Administration (BBA)
Bishop Watterson High School August 2015 - Present
Italia in Ohio, LLC 2013 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc August 2013 - July 2015
Accademia Italiana - Italian Language and Culture Centre Salerno June 2011 - July 2011
Scuola di Italiano per Stranieri June 2010 - July 2011
The University of Mississippi 2010 - 2011
The Ohio State University 2008 - 2010
Skills
Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Higher Education, Tutoring, Educational Leadership, Adult Education, Teacher Training, Staff Development, Student Affairs, Classroom, E-Learning, Public Speaking, Foreign Languages, Translation, College Teaching, Academic Writing, Resume Writing, Instructional Design
Education
The Ohio State University 2008 — 2010
Master of Arts (M.A.), Italian Studies
University of Dayton 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Italian and Journalism
L'Universita' di Roma La Sapienza 2005 — 2006
Bishop Watterson HS
Eddie Bauer September 2013 - Present
Starbucks March 2015 - Present
City of Mississauga April 2014 - Present
Ticketmaster March 2015 - September 2015
Brightspark Travel Inc February 2015 - June 2015
City of Mississauga January 2015 - April 2015
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Canada July 2014 - March 2015
City of Mississauga June 2014 - February 2015
Mississauga Convention Centre July 2013 - January 2015
Sheridan Student Union Inc. January 2014 - August 2014
Education
Sheridan College 2011 — 2014
Advanced Diploma
Port Credit Secondary School 2007 — 2011
Student Life Network & Parent Life Network June 2014 - Present
Tour Guys January 2010 - Present
TUI Travel PLC May 2012 - June 2014
TUI Travel PLC 2010 - 2012
Brightspark Travel Inc 2007 - 2010
Club ESL Tours September 2006 - October 2007
Breakaway Tours September 2000 - April 2006
Skills
Tourism, Sales, Tour Operators, Travel Management, Hospitality, Management, CRM, Adventure Travel, Leisure Travel, Travel Planning, Online Travel, Sustainable Tourism, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Software Development, Software Project..., Destination Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Hospitality Industry, Tourism Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, E-commerce, Leadership, Business Development, Leisure, Software Documentation
Education
Sheridan College 2001 — 2004
Business Marketing Certificate, Business Marketing
University of Windsor 1999 — 2000
Business Commerce
Achieve3000 June 2012 - Present
Inspiration Software April 2011 - April 2012
Learn360 January 2007 - April 2011
Discovery Education December 2005 - January 2007
Brightspark Travel Inc August 2001 - November 2005
The Associates November 1996 - July 2001
S&K Menswear August 1992 - November 1996
Skills
New Business Development, Product Development, Account Management, Strategic Planning, E-Learning, Cold Calling Experience, Dimensions of..., Start-up Environment, Mobile Technology, SaaS, Educational Technology, Lead Generation, Sales Presentations, Sales Process, Salesforce.com, Social Media, Trade Shows, Webinars, Solution Selling, Digital Media, B2B, Strategic Partnerships, CRM, Selling, Direct Sales, Product Marketing, Sales Operations, Cold Calling, Sales, Technology Integration, Training, Academic Publishing, Blended Learning
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Carnival Cruise Lines June 2014 - Present
Q1 Productions January 2014 - June 2014
Brightspark Travel Inc October 2012 - January 2014
StudentCity.com February 2012 - March 2012
Rhode Island Tourism Division March 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Time Management, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Leadership, Travel Management, Restaurants, Banquets, Event Management, Highly detail oriented, Goal Oriented, Adventure Travel, Teamwork, Multi Tasking, Thrives on challenges, Flexibility, Oral & Written..., Organization, Internal & External..., Prioritize Workload, Problem Solving, Communication, Event Planning, Hotels, Tourism
Education
Johnson and Wales University 2008 — 2011
Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management, Double minor in: Tour Management/ Adventure Sports and Nature Based Tourism, 3.87
Johnson and Wales University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Travel, Tourism and Hospitality Management
Stuart Tours, LLC February 2015 - Present
Apple August 2008 - Present
American Christian Tours September 2001 - March 2015
Brightspark Travel Inc September 2013 - September 2014
American Christian Tours July 2012 - July 2013
Students on Tour September 2001 - July 2013
YouthWorks August 2007 - August 2008
American Christian Tours September 2001 - January 2007
Real Impact Missions June 2005 - July 2005
Youth For Understanding June 1995 - July 1995
Skills
Leadership, Team Leadership, Travel Planning, Customer Experience, Heritage Tourism, Employee Training, Church History, Leadership Development, Project Management, History, British History, Agile Methodologies, American History, Historical Research, Historical Theology, Research, Jane Austen Studies, British Literature, Travel Writing, Presentations, Travel Blogging, Historical Geography, Mentoring New Hires, Peer Mentoring, Organizational..., Event Management, Teaching, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media, Customer Service, Sales, Event Planning, Tourism
Education
Bethel Seminary-St. Paul 2008 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), Theological Studies - Historical Studies
University of Oxford
Christian Studies - Christianity in Britain
University of Wisconsin-Superior
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Secondary Education - Social Studies
Spooner High School
Loyola University Chicago September 2014 - Present
Blue Man Group September 2012 - August 2014
Groupon April 2012 - August 2012
Brightspark Travel Inc March 2010 - March 2012
Skills
Event Planning, Tourism, Hospitality, Event Management, Social Media, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Account Management, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Trade Shows, Marketing, Online Marketing, Advertising, Online Advertising, Fundraising, Marketing Strategy
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Economics and French
Loyola University Chicago School of Law
Brightspark Travel Inc September 2000 - Present
Skills
Tour Management, Tour Operators, Hospitality, Adventure Travel, Event Management, Travel Management, Cruises, Event Planning, Revenue Analysis, Sales, Tourism, Customer Service, New Business Development, Leisure Travel, Leisure, Travel Planning
Education
DePaul University 1992 — 1996
Master of Liberal Arts and Sciences, World History
St. Joseph's College (IN) 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, History and Business
Pen In Hand August 2007 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc December 2012 - March 2013
Buffalo Grove Gymnastics Ltd. June 2003 - January 2008
Kraft Foods October 1997 - November 1997
Kraft Foods May 1995 - October 1997
Kraft Foods April 1992 - April 1995
Andersen Consulting August 1991 - April 1992
Skills
Training, Public Speaking, Guitar, Non-profits, Video Production, Social Media, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Public Relations, Event Management, PowerPoint, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Facebook, Management, Calligraphy
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1987 — 1991
BBA, Marketing and Computer Information Systems
Niles West High School 1983 — 1987
TriNet January 2014 - Present
S-Trip! December 2012 - December 2013
Brightspark Travel Inc December 2011 - December 2012
Broadview Networks December 2008 - December 2011
StudentCity 2004 - 2007
NOVA 2002 - 2004
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development, Event Management, Social Media, Event Planning, Account Management, Business Development, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Public Relations, Product Development, CRM, Management, Advertising, Negotiation, Strategic Partnerships, Lead Generation, Online Marketing
Education
George Mason University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
TUI North America August 2014 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc May 2011 - July 2014
New Horizons Tour & Travel May 2006 - May 2011
Shear Madness February 1997 - May 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Travel Management, Tourism, Event Management, Event Planning, Relational Databases, Microsoft CRM, Drupal, Business Analysis, Hospitality, Hotels, Trade Shows
Education
Emerson College 1998 — 2001
MFA, Writing, Literature and Publishing
Colby College 1991 — 1995
BA, English, Russian
SecurityNational Mortgage August 2012 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc June 2009 - August 2012
Advanced Beauty Systems, Inc. August 2007 - April 2009
Skills
Consumer Products, Customer Insight, Skin Care, Demand Planning, Personal Care, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Shopper Marketing, Retail, Inventory Management, Event Planning, Event Management, Live Events, Television, Broadcast
Education
College of Eastern Utah 1985 — 1987
Associate's degree, Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Southern Utah University
Brightspark Travel Inc July 2014 - June 2015
Northbrook School District 28 August 2011 - June 2013
Wilmette Public Schools August 2006 - June 2011
Peace Corps 2005 - 2006
Skills
Elementary Education, Educational Technology, Spanish, Technology Integration, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Development, Differentiated..., Curriculum Design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2009 — 2011
Master of Education (MEd), Curriculum, Technology, and Education Reform
Miami University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Spanish
Miami University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Spanish Language Teacher Education
Brightspark Travel Inc July 2001 - Present
Tui Travel PLC September 2007 - September 2008
School Voyageurs September 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Tourism, Event Planning, Customer Service, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Public Speaking, Event Management
Education
Ryerson University 2006 — 2007
certificate, Human Resources
LaSalle College 1997 — 2000
Diploma, Hotel Management
Vanier College 1994 — 1997
Diploma, Business Administration
Brightspark Travel Inc September 2012 - June 2013
Bellwether January 2011 - March 2012
Admin Services Especially For U March 2006 - September 2009
Penco Construction February 2004 - March 2006
Education
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2011
Associate of Arts
Notre Dame High School 1990 — 1993
High School Diploma
Brightspark Travel Inc December 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Administration, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, Billing, Payroll Processing, Data Entry, Accounting
Education
Davenport University
Bachelors, Business Administration
Brightspark Travel Inc November 2014 - Present
Living Word Christian Center May 2013 - November 2014
Organizing for America August 2012 - November 2012
Take Down King, CREDO SuperPAC April 2012 - August 2012
Tammy Duckworth for Congress January 2012 - March 2012
America Reads- Bradley University 2008 - 2011
Skills
Grassroots Organizing, Legislative Relations, Political Campaigns, Community Organizing, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Training, Research, Policy
Education
Bradley University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science and Government
WorldStrides OnStage August 2012 - Present
North American XJ Association January 2011 - Present
Grand Avenue Chauffeured Transportation November 2011 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc April 1996 - July 2012
Jack Cooper Transport 2001 - 2004
Middle Tennesse Visitors Bureau 1999 - 2001
Gaylord Entertainment 1999 - 2001
Rose City Auto Auction 1996 - 1999
Education
AIB College of Business 1993 — 1995
Business Administration, Travel and Hospitality, Associate of Business Degree
International Tour Management Institute 1995 — 1995
Certified Graduate, Tour Directing, Certified Graduate
Central College 1992 — 1993
Brightspark Travel Inc August 2008 - Present
Skills
Tourism, Hospitality, Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Service, Travel Management, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Leisure Travel, Restaurants, Travel Planning, Microsoft Office
Education
Eastern Illinois University
Robert Morris College
SOTI January 2014 - Present
Brightspark Travel Inc March 2012 - June 2014
Breakaway Tours December 2010 - May 2014
Brightspark Travel Inc July 2012 - December 2013
Royal City Soccer Club July 2013 - September 2013
Breakaway Tours October 2011 - September 2012
McMaster University June 2012 - August 2012
Gibbons Hospitality Group April 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Marketing, Teamwork, Leadership, Sales, Social Media, Customer Service, Critical Thinking, Building Relationships, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Hospitality, Tourism, Social Networking, Event Management, New Business Development, Marketing Communications, Youth Leadership, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Salesforce.com, Business Development, Lead Generation, Sales Process..., Mobile Device Management, Enterprise Solution..., Sports, Sports Coaching, Mobile Technology, Strongly self-motivated, Enjoy New Challenges, Customer Oriented, Social Skills, Thinking Outside The Box, Youth Development, Youth Engagement, Team Management, Establish & Maintain..., Outstanding..., Sales Leads, Written & Oral..., Database Administration, Travel, Tour Operators, Microsoft CRM, Proficient Typing Skills, Negotiation, Team Leadership, Facebook
Education
McMaster University
Brightspark Travel Inc August 2014 - Present
Northland HS Columbus City Schools January 2014 - Present
Skills
Bands, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Educational Technology, Instructional Design, Music, Music Education, Music Theory, Orchestral Music, Teaching, Event Planning
Education
American Band College
Master of Fine Arts (MFA)
Ohio University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)