Experience
Horseshoe Casino  July 2012 - Present
Chicago Urban League  January 2010 - February 2011
Burrell Communications   March 2002 - April 2008
Burrell Communications   February 2000 - April 2002

Skills
Press Releases, Marketing, Newsletters, Social Media, Blogging, Event Planning, InDesign, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Social Networking, Management, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy

Education
Purdue University Calumet   1995 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Industrial and Organizational Psychology, 3.8 / 4.0

Purdue University Calumet   1995 — 1999
Bachelor's degree - Industrial / Organizational Psychology, Psychology, Labor Relations and Computer Information Systems

Experience
Illinois Center for School Improvement  April 2014 - Present
Urban Ministries Inc  2008 - Present
Family Christian Center  September 2012 - May 2013
Starcom MediaVest Group  July 2010 - December 2010
Maddock Douglas  June 2008 - January 2010
AARP Illinois   June 2001 - July 2007
U.S. Census Bureau, Chicago Region   September 1998 - July 2000
Starcom  August 1997 - September 1998
Burrell Communications   June 1991 - May 1996

Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Volunteer Management, Media Relations, Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Marketing, Management, Advertising, Strategy, Public Speaking, Marketing Management, Nonprofits, Budgets, Brand Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Community Outreach, CRM, Copywriting, Strategic Communications, Creative Direction, Newsletters

Education
Garrett Evangelical Theological Seminary   2010 — 2014
Master of Arts, Chrisitan Education, 3.8

Illinois Institute of Technology, Stuart School of Business   2002 — 2008
Master of Science, Marketing Communication Management, 3.9 Academic Distinction

University of Chicago, Graham School of General Studies   2004 — 2005
Program Certificate, Integrated Marketing

Lake Forest College   1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Business

Experience
Radke Creative Communications, LLC   September 2001 - Present
Rynne Marketing   2001 - 2006
Burrell Communications   January 1995 - September 2001
DDB  1998 - 1999
Y&R/ Montreal   February 1990 - January 1992
Foote, Cone & Belding   January 1983 - January 1990
Leo Burnett  January 1980 - January 1982

Skills
Voice Acting, Radio, Marketing Communications, Promotions, Direct Mail, Advertising, Creative Development, Television, Strategic Thinking, Brand Development, Copywriting, Broadcast, Digital Media, Creative Writing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Creative Problem Solving, Production, Interactive Marketing, Corporate Branding, Interactive Advertising, Digital Strategy, Outdoor Advertising, Branding & Identity, Concept Development, Digital Marketing, Corporate Identity, Content Strategy, Art Direction, Relationship Marketing, Creative Services, Direct Marketing, Brochures, Email Marketing

Education
Northwestern University   1974 — 1978
MSJ

Glenbard West High School

Experience
Leo Burnett  May 2014 - Present
Leo Burnett  June 2011 - April 2014
Draftfcb  June 2010 - June 2011
Interpublic Group  June 2009 - June 2011
Kaleidoscope Sports and Entertainment  January 2010 - June 2010
Campbell-Ewald  June 2009 - January 2010
Mojo Ad  August 2008 - December 2008
Gotham Incorporated  June 2008 - August 2008
Gotham Incorporated  June 2008 - August 2008
Burrell Communications   May 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Interactive Marketing, Advertising, Training, Project Planning, Talent Management, Account Management, Integrated Marketing, Leadership, Program Management, Interactive Advertising, Digital Media

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Journalism, Advertising & Strategic Communication

Experience
Triad Retail Media  June 2014 - Present
Chicago Interactive Marketing Association   January 2013 - January 2015
Vdopia Inc.  January 2014 - June 2014
EPMG  January 2013 - January 2014
Burst Media  May 2012 - October 2012
BET  March 2009 - May 2012
JET Magazine  June 2006 - March 2009
Burrell Communications   2004 - 2006
Starcom  2001 - 2004

Skills
Media Planning, Digital Media, Media Buying, Sales, Cable Television, Print, Digital Video, PMP, RTB

Education
Michigan State University   1992 — 1998
BA, Marketing & Sociology

Hillsdale High School

Experience
Writers Guild of America West  2008 - Present
Johnson-Cochran Films   January 1996 - Present
University of South California   January 2001 - August 2013
Bassett Vance Productions   January 2010 - May 2013
DJC FILMS, INC   January 1993 - September 2002
WTTW  1990 - 1992
Burrell Communications   January 1986 - March 1989

Skills
Photography, Photoshop, Public Relations, Film, Television, Documentaries, Producing, Directing, Cinematography, Journalism, Advertising, Marketing, Teaching, Negotiation, Music Production, International Production, Screenwriting, Temporary Placement, Film Production, Feature Films, Entertainment, Video Production, Public Broadcasting, Comedy, Storytelling, Commercials, Creative Writing, Post Production, Short Films, Editing, Broadcast, Reality, Video, New Media, Independent Film, Final Draft, Casting, Acting, Music Videos, Voice Over, Media Production, Theatre, Final Cut Pro, Scripting, Film Editing, Drama, Voice Acting, Integrity, Genuine

Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago
MFA, Filmmaking

University of Illinois at Chicago
B.S., Geology

University of Chicago
None, English

Leo High School
Diploma, General-College Prep

Experience
TV One  August 2015 - Present
TV One  December 2013 - July 2015
TV One  February 2011 - December 2013
Corinthian Colleges  September 2009 - February 2011
Burrell Communications   July 2006 - August 2009
Black Entertainment Television  September 2004 - July 2006
Mindshare  2000 - 2004

Skills
Negotiation, Budget, Media Planning, Advertising, Social Media, Budgets, Inventory Management, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Media Relations, Sales, Advertising Sales, Nonprofits, Integrated Marketing, Research, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Radio, Digital Media

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1995 — 1999
B.S., Speech Communication

Experience
Kairos.com - Facial Biometrics   December 2014 - Present
Google  March 2013 - January 2014
Fox Cable Networks  September 2008 - March 2013
Spark Communications  February 2005 - September 2008
Burrell Communications   October 2004 - February 2005
Mindshare  May 1999 - October 2004

Skills
*Full understanding of..., *Superior Written &..., *Passion for creating..., Proficent in Microsoft..., Media Buying, Media Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Digital Strategy, Media Planning, Digital Media, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Communication, Advertising, New Media, Advertising Sales, Television, Broadcast, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Facebook, Marketing, Creative Direction, Customer Insight, Account Management, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Social Networking, Entertainment, Corporate Communications, Competitive Analysis, Event Management, Market Research, Sales, Sponsorship, Strategic Planning, Mobile Marketing, Online Advertising, comScore, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Communications-Advertising

Experience
Shalimar Media Group   September 2014 - Present
Self-Employed  December 2013 - Present
Southern Wine & Spirits  December 2011 - December 2013
Ole Miss Sports Properties   August 2009 - May 2010
Burrell Communications   June 2008 - August 2008
Entergy Mississippi, Inc.   July 2007 - January 2008

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Budgets, Market Research, Microsoft Excel, Team Building, Sales Operations, Public Speaking, Leadership, Retail, Team Leadership, Social Networking, Wine, Restaurants, Advertising, Sales, Brand Management, Business Development, Social Media, Account Management, Direct Marketing, Marketing, Inventory Management, Microsoft Word, Email Marketing, Relationship Marketing, Social Media Marketing, PowerPoint, Sports Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Blogging, Management, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Media Planning, Direct Sales, Media Relations, Brand Development, Hospitality, Public Relations, Negotiation, Facebook, Strategic Planning

Education
University of Mississippi   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing

University of Mississippi - School of Business Administration   2006 — 2010
B.B.A., Marketing

Experience
Pernod Ricard USA  October 2014 - Present
INCEPTION Branding & Design Consultancy   September 2011 - Present
Bacardi  May 2012 - September 2014
Beam Global Spirits & Wine  January 2011 - October 2011
Burrell Communications   September 2008 - January 2010
Burrell Communications   2007 - 2008
Burrell Communications   2006 - 2007
DDB  June 1999 - June 2001

Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management   2010 — 2012
MBA, Marketing, General Management

Northwestern University   1998 — 2002
Communications & Political Science

Providence-St. Mel School   1991 — 1998

Experience
Burrell Communications   January 2013 - Present
Fame and Marketing   November 2011 - Present
UniWorld Group  May 2000 - July 2011
Hot Sauce, Inc.   April 1998 - May 2000
SpikeDDB  June 1997 - March 1998
Rush Media   February 1996 - March 1997
Lockhart & Pettus   January 1994 - January 1995
UniWorld Group  May 1986 - January 1994

Skills
Relationship Marketing

Education
Lab School

Scripps College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General

Experience
Starcom Mediavest Group  October 2012 - August 2014
Burrell Communications   December 2006 - October 2012
Carol H Williams Advertising  May 2006 - September 2006
OMD Worldwide  October 2004 - March 2006
Beaman Incorporated  2006 - 2006
Burrell   June 2001 - October 2004

Skills
Advertising, Media Buying, Strategic Communications, Strategy, Media Planning, Integrated Marketing, Customer Insight, Competitive Analysis, Management, Business Development, Marketing, Digital Strategy, Media Strategy, Content Strategy, Social Media, Brand Management, Mobile Marketing, Digital Marketing

Education
Rowan University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications, Public Relations

Experience
ALDI  October 2014 - Present
Weber Shandwick  April 2010 - October 2014
Weber Shandwick  January 2010 - April 2010
Burrell Communications   June 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Media Relations, Message Development, Media Monitoring, Event Management, Social Networking

Education
Northwestern University   2012 — 2014
Master of Science (M.S.)

Washington University in St. Louis   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts

Experience
Energy BBDO  January 2014 - Present
R/GA  September 2012 - March 2013
Euro RSCG  May 2011 - April 2012
LiquidThread  May 2007 - May 2011
IP Pixel  May 2007 - March 2010
EuroRSCG  July 2006 - May 2007
Burrell Communications   2004 - 2007
Leo Burnett  February 1991 - March 2001

Skills
Digital Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Broadcast, Mobile, Advertising, Production, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Television, Interactive Production, Digital Production, Video Production, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Video, Interactive Advertising, Digital Media, Content Creation, Interactive Marketing, Brand Development, Online Advertising, Content Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Mobile Devices, New Media, B2B, Content Development, Web Design, Creative Direction, Interaction Design, Strategy, SEO, User Experience, Mobile Marketing, Brand Management, Operations Management, Copywriting, Marketing, Media Planning, Creative Strategy

Education
Northwestern University   1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science, Performance Studies with a Minor Creative Writing Fiction

Experience
HH Advertising  February 2015 - Present
Self Employed  August 2014 - Present
Momentum Worldwide  May 2014 - August 2014
Momentum Worldwide  July 2012 - April 2014
North Miami Beach Senior High School   September 2007 - August 2012
Burrell Communications   October 2011 - December 2011
Miami Ad School  October 2009 - December 2011
One Big Agency   January 2011 - March 2011

Skills
Graphic Design, InDesign, Illustrator, Photography, After Effects, Creative Strategy, Creative Direction, Advertising, Interactive Advertising, Art Direction, Concept Development, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, Visual Communication, Art, Interaction Design, Photoshop, Branding & Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Corporate Branding, Outdoor Advertising, User Experience Design, Corporate Identity, Digital Marketing, Typography, Copywriting, Direct Mail

Education
Miami Ad School   2009 — 2011

Nova Southeastern University   2006 — 2007
MBA, Business Administration

University of South Florida   2002 — 2006
Bachelor's of Science, Business Administration - Marketing

Experience
Burrell Communications   June 2015 - Present
Illinois Institute of Art  July 2013 - December 2014
Destinationnature.net   September 2014 - October 2014
Rightsize Facility Performance  September 2013 - December 2013
Sonic Drive-In  October 2008 - April 2013
Department of Communications UIC   January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Advertising, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Blogging, Online Marketing, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Leadership, Illustration, Digital Photography, Marketing Strategy, Time Management, Facebook, Content Writing, Copywriting, SEO copywriting, Direct Marketing

Education
The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago   2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising, Graduate

University of Illinois at Chicago   2010 — 2011

Hillcrest High School   2006 — 2010

Experience
Burrell Communications   2010 - Present
Doubletree Hotel Savannah   May 2009 - February 2010
BFG Communications  October 2008 - February 2009

Skills
Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Advertising, Art Direction, Concept Development, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Outdoor Advertising, Typography, Digital Strategy, Branding & Identity, Corporate Identity, Brand Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media

Education
Savannah College of Art and Design   2004 — 2008
B.F.A., Advertising Design

Experience
Now What? Studio   January 2010 - Present
Veux Marketing, Inc.   August 2004 - Present
Ryan Partnership  January 2000 - January 2002
J. Walter Thompson  January 1999 - January 2000
Grey Worldwide/Atlanta (formerly 360, Inc.)   January 1997 - January 1999
Burrell Communications   1993 - 1996
Super Marketing, Inc.   January 1990 - January 1993

Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Product Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, National Promotions, Trade Promotions, Advertising, Marketing, Integrated Marketing

Education
University of California, Santa Barbara   1985 — 1990
B.A., Business Economics

Experience
NYU Langone Medical Center  June 2012 - Present
Colorado College  October 2008 - May 2012
Colorado College  May 2009 - April 2012
Burrell Communications   September 2011 - December 2011
Colorado College  April 2010 - May 2011

Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, SPSS, Stata, Drawing, Oil Painting, Qualitative Research, Advertising, Market Research, Quantitative Research, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, PowerPoint, Photography, Microsoft Office, Graphic Design, Research, Wordpress, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Microsoft Word, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Art, Outlook, Mac

Education
NYU Robert F. Wagner Graduate School of Public Service   2015 — 2017
Master of Public Administration (MPA), International Specialization

Colorado College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology and Studio Art

Waterford Kamhlaba UWCSA   2001 — 2007
International Bacculaureate Diploma, Studio Art; Information Technology; English

Experience
Self Employed  January 2010 - Present
Carol H. Williams Advertising  2005 - January 2010
Burrell Communications   1974 - 2001

Skills
Integrated Marketing, Broadcast, Commercials, Advertising, Interactive Marketing, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Digital Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Television, Interactive Advertising, Radio Advertising, Radio, Post Production, Creative Strategy, Music, Entertainment, Producing, Radio Producing, New Media, Copywriting, Radio Production

Education
Northeastern Illinois University   1995 — 1998
BA, Communication Adminstration

Hyde Park High School   1958 — 1961

Experience
DigitasLBi_US  May 2014 - Present
Digitas  August 2013 - Present
Digitas  October 2011 - May 2014
Draftfcb  September 2010 - November 2011
Draftfcb  April 2008 - September 2010
Burrell Communications   January 2007 - April 2008
Starcom MediaVest Group  June 2005 - January 2007

Skills
Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Media Planning, Media Strategy, Advertising, Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Content Strategy, Media Buying, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Online Marketing, Press Releases, New Media, Analytics, Brand Development, comScore, Mobile Advertising, Relationship Marketing, Broadcast, Interactive Advertising, Rich Media, Advertising Sales, Direct Marketing, Creative Direction, Panel Moderator, Job Coaching, Coaching, Diversity & Inclusion, Diversity Recruitment, Diversity Champion, Diversity Program..., Diversity Training, Corporate Social..., Team Leadership, Executive Coaching, Equality & Diversity

Education
University of Kentucky   2001 — 2005
BA, Integrated Strategic Communications

Experience
Publicis Touchpoint Solutions  April 2015 - Present
Quintiles  October 2014 - March 2015
Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay, Inc.   June 2014 - September 2014
Hillsborough County Public Schools  March 2014 - August 2014
Zee Medical Inc.  June 2012 - August 2013
Novartis Pharmaceutical Corporation  June 2006 - May 2011
Bristol-Myers Squibb  1998 - 2006
Select Beverages, Inc.   1994 - 1996
Burrell Communications   1989 - 1993

Skills
Pharmaceutical Sales, Consultative Selling, Strategic Planning, Value-based Selling, Solution Selling, IV injectable experience, Diversity & Inclusion, New Business Development, Selling, Cardiology, Sales Operations, Gastroenterology, OB/GYN, Account Management, Value Based Selling, Rheumatology, Urology, IV, Sales, Endocrinology, Neurology, Nephrology, Selling Skills, Product Launch, Sales Force Development, Hospital Sales, Pulmonology, Buy & Bill, Osteoporosis, Hypertension, Cold Calling, Pharmaceutical Industry, Dermatology, Sales Effectiveness, Managed Care, Leadership, Management, Strategy, Marketing

Education
Roosevelt University
BS, Business Administration & Marketing

Drake Univ

Experience
Merge Consumer Marketing   2005 - Present
Burrell Communications   1990 - 2001

Skills
Media Planning, Advertising, Event Marketing, Promotions, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Interactive Marketing, Guerrilla Marketing, Digital Strategy, Media Buying, Brand Development, Mobile Marketing, Digital Media, Creative Development, Creative Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Consumer Insights, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Market Planning, Focus Groups, Community Relations, Radio, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Television, Creative Direction, Google Adwords, Broadcast, Copywriting, Small Business, Competitive Analysis, New Media, Marketing Management, Social Media, Marketing, Event Planning, Customer Insight, Community Development, Integrated Marketing, Sponsorship, Blogging, Relationship Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Content Strategy

Education
The University of Memphis   1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Arts, English, Communications

Experience
Freelance  January 2011 - Present
ASCD  November 2007 - Present
The Maslow Media Group   October 2005 - July 2007
PCI Communications  2005 - 2005
ZGS Communications Inc.   2003 - 2005
Craig Murray Productions  September 1992 - May 2002
Burrell Communications   1987 - 1991
Mcconnaughy Barocci Brown   1984 - 1987

Skills
Video Production, Video, Post Production, Broadcast, Multimedia, Television, Final Cut Pro, Commercials, Videography, Video Editing, HD Video, Documentaries, Producing, Avid, New Media, Final Cut Studio, Motion Graphics

Education
Northern Virginia Community College

Experience
Ether Reel Media   September 2007 - Present
Burrell Communications   September 2008 - October 2012
Culture Shock! Radio   January 2012 - April 2012
Carol H. Williams   2007 - 2008
Ruder Finn  December 2002 - January 2004
RED BULL INTERNATIONAL   January 2000 - January 2002

Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Voice Over, Podcast Production, Radio

Education
Loyola University Chicago
BA, Communications

washington jr. high

Experience
Burrell Communications   March 2015 - Present
Project-captured.com   November 2012 - Present
Couture Noir   September 2012 - Present
Freelance Wardrobe Stylist  April 2006 - Present
Chicago Athletic Association  May 2015 - September 2015
Vivo Restaurant & Bar   January 2015 - April 2015
Barneys New York  October 2013 - March 2015
The drawing room restaurant   November 2014 - January 2015
Big star chicago   May 2014 - November 2014
Union sushi   August 2013 - June 2014

Skills
Retail, Customer Service, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Merchandising, Event Management, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Office, open table, Excel, Service Excellence, Sales Excellence, Wardrobe, Facebook, Inventory Management, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Apparel, Hospitality, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Coordinating Events, Retail Sales, Restaurants, Styling, Trend Analysis, Teamwork, Outlook, Store Operations, Fashion Shows, Advertising, Creative Consultation, Photo Shoots, Window Displays, Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows, Fashion Design, Marketing Communications, Fashion Buying, Recruiting, Creative Direction, Team Leadership, Store Management, Brand Ambassadors, Art, Trend Forecasting, Personal Shopping, Brand Development, Trend

Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Fashion Merchandising, B

Southern Illinois University, Carbondale   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Fashion Merchandising

Experience
Authentic Food Quest   March 2015 - Present
Sensis  May 2014 - February 2015
eYeka   April 2012 - April 2014
Publicis Conseil  September 2011 - February 2012
Euro RSCG  September 2008 - August 2011
DeVry University  March 2008 - September 2008
Curves  January 2003 - September 2008
Burrell Communications   April 2003 - January 2008
Element 79  March 2001 - March 2003
Leo Burnett  1998 - 2001

Skills
Consumer Insights, Social Media, Advertising, Business Strategy, Brand Communication, Digital Strategy, Market Research, B2B Marketing, Crowdsourcing, Marketing Communications, Customer Insight, Word Of Mouth, Integrated Marketing, Co-creation, Marketing Research, Strategy, Creative Direction, Brand Architecture, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Management, Product Development, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Mobile Marketing, Creative Strategy, Relationship Marketing, B2B, Entrepreneurship, Direct Marketing, Brand Management, Interactive Marketing

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1994 — 1996
M.A, Advertising

Saint Louis University   1992 — 1994
B.A,, Advertising

Experience
Third Eye Insights   2014 - Present
IRI  2010 - 2014
Starcom MediaVest Group  2006 - 2010
UniWorld Group  2005 - 2006
Havas Media Group (formerly MPG - Media Planning Group)   2003 - 2005
Burrell Communications   1996 - 2003

Skills
Communications Planning, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Communications, Marketing Research, Media Strategy, Data Analysis, Consumer/Shopper..., Performance Metrics, Customer Insight, Media Planning, Media Buying, Digital Media, Product Marketing, Direct Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Market Research, Advertising, Multicultural, New Media, Brand Management, Relationship Marketing, Digital Strategy, Sponsorship, Mobile Marketing, Consumer Packaged Goods..., Digital Targeting, Brand Development, Segmentation, Retail, FMCG, E-commerce, Consumer Insight, Multicultural Marketing, Brand Architecture, Marketing..., CPG Market Research..., Consumer Insights, Consumer Products, Experiential Marketing, CPG, Ethnic Media, Strategic Insights, Behavioral Targeting, Online Advertising, Analytics, Strategy, Consumer Behaviour

Education
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business   2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Advertising

Experience
edz creative   July 2012 - Present
Puzzlepiece Partners   2013 - 2014
Burrell Communications   1990 - 2012
FCB Global  1988 - 1990
Grant/Jacoby  1985 - 1988

Skills
Creative Direction, Art Direction, Advertising, Concept Development, Creative Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Print, Television, Interactive Advertising, Outdoor Advertising, Direct Mail, Digital Marketing, Relationship Marketing, Brand Architecture, Corporate Identity, Graphic Design, Illustration, Copywriting, Adobe Creative Suite, Strategy, Corporate Branding, Brand Development, Branding & Identity, Content Strategy, Digital Strategy, Catalogs, Typography, Logo Design, Interaction Design, Collateral, Interactive Media, Art, Brochures, Creative Services, Image Manipulation, Digital Media, Layout, Graphics, Direct Marketing, User Interface Design, User Experience, Information Architecture, Email Marketing, Motion Graphics, Posters, QuarkXPress

Education
Ohio University
BSJ Journalism, Advertising / Graphic Design, summa cum laude

Experience
AIGA Chicago  June 2013 - July 2014
Music Dealers  2014 - 2014
Music Dealers  2014 - 2014
Jugoe LLC   2011 - 2014
SBN Interactive  August 2011 - September 2013
Flique Creative LLC   August 2006 - August 2011
Burrell Communications   September 2010 - June 2011
Virginia Marti College of Art and Design  September 2008 - 2010
Museum of Contemporary Art Cleveland  August 2004 - August 2006

Skills
Digital Media, Web Design, Photoshop, Art Direction, Motion Graphics, Creative Direction, Concept Development, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, WordPress, Video Production, Multimedia, Interaction Design, Flash, Digital Marketing, Video Editing, Facebook, Video, CSS, User Interface, Interactive Advertising, User Interface Design, Wireframes, User Experience, Information Architecture, Logo Design, Copywriting

Education
Ohio University   1994 — 1999
BS, Communications

Experience
Marj Halperin Consulting   February 2014 - Present
Rudd Resources LLC   June 2003 - Present
Communities In Schools of Chicago  September 2010 - Present
Curves Auburn Gresham   September 2005 - August 2014
WVON 1690 AM  January 2012 - February 2014
Curves Blue Island   November 2003 - November 2013
KaBOOM!  June 2006 - December 2012
KaBOOM!  June 1998 - June 2003
Chicago Park District  June 1993 - June 1998
Burrell Communications   June 1988 - June 1993

Skills
Speech Writing, Fitness Training, Strategic Communications, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Business Strategy, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Corporate Social..., Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Marketing, Journalism, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Public Relations, Editing, Program Development, Blogging, Coaching, Social Media

Education
Northwestern University   1984 — 1988
BSJ, Journalism

Renaissance High School   1980 — 1984
High School Degree

Experience
Burrell Communications   April 2015 - Present
Chicago Public Schools  August 2014 - April 2015
Chicago Public Schools  March 2014 - August 2014
Freelance Media Professional  October 2013 - March 2014
Endemol USA  June 2012 - February 2013
Starcom MediaVest Group  October 2011 - June 2012
E! Networks  April 2011 - April 2011
CBS News  June 2010 - September 2010
ETV  March 2010 - June 2010
Northwestern University  September 2009 - March 2010

Skills
Journalism, Editing, Writing, Facebook, Research, Word, Advertising, Television, Social Media Marketing, Interviewing, Strategic Communications, Excel, Lotus Notes, MRI, Nielsen Data, Video Editing, TV Booking, iMovie, Microsoft Excel

Education
The University of Chicago   2013 — 2014
Integrated Marketing Certificate Program

Northwestern University   2007 — 2011
B.S., Journalism

King College Preparatory High School   2003 — 2007

Northwestern University   2006 — 2006
NHSI Cherubs, Journalism

Experience
BET (BET Networks, a subsidiary of Viacom Inc.)   August 2014 - Present
Power n Soul Pro.   March 2011 - Present
Townsquare Media  December 2014 - April 2015
Burrell Communications   May 2014 - August 2014
SpinMedia, Inc.   June 2013 - February 2014
SpinMedia VIBE   March 2013 - August 2013
Starcom MediaVest Group  April 2011 - March 2013
Metro Smartbar   October 2010 - January 2013
University of Chicago  July 2010 - January 2011
Children's Defense Fund  June 2007 - September 2007

Skills
Advertising, Newspaper, Television, Education, New Media, Spanish, Journalism, Media Buying, Copy Editing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Relations, Blogging, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Online Marketing, Radio, Press Releases, Copywriting, Facebook, Digital Strategy, Entertainment, Photoshop, Content Strategy, Event Planning, Media Relations, Newspapers, Social Networking, Media Planning, Google Analytics, Publicity, Creative Writing, Social Media Measurement, Email Marketing, SEM, Interactive Marketing, SEO, Advertising Sales, Web Analytics, Newsletters

Education
University of Illinois at Chicago   2009 — 2011
Master's Degree

Kentucky State University   2002 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree

Experience
St. Martin's Press   July 2015 - Present
Alpha1906.com   April 2014 - Present
The Futures Company  August 2012 - Present
Lawrence Ross   January 2000 - Present
Burrell Communications   October 2013 - August 2014
Author/Screenwriter/Lecturer   January 1995 - January 2010
Iconoculture  September 2006 - July 2008
LA Independent Newspapers   January 1998 - August 2000
Rap Sheet Magazine   June 1996 - January 1998

Skills
Fraternities, Sororities, The Divine Nine, Public Lectures, Hazing, BGLOs, NPHC, Student Life, Fraternities &..., Published Author, Students

Education
UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television   2005 — 2007
MFA, Screenwriting, UCLA School of Theater, Film and Television

University of California, Los Angeles   2003 — 2004
BA, History

University of California, Berkeley   1984 — 1988

Experience
Associated Orthodontists   October 2011 - Present
Burrell Communications   March 2007 - September 2011
Variety Children's Charity  April 2009 - April 2011
The Marketing Store  August 2006 - March 2007
The Marketing Store  June 2005 - July 2006
Buzz (newspaper)   September 2002 - May 2003
KALA Radio Station   September 2002 - May 2003
Dateline-TV11   January 2001 - December 2002

Skills
Leadership, Advertising, Marketing, Project Management, Management, Social Media, Event Planning, Microsoft Office

Education
St. Ambrose University   1999 — 2003
BA, TV/Radio Broadcasting & Journalism

Experience
The Mars Agency  2013 - Present
The Hatchery  2008 - Present
UniWorld Group  2008 - 2010
Burrell Communications   2005 - 2008
Integrated Marketing Services  2003 - 2004
Verizon Avenue  2002 - 2003
Leo Burnett  1998 - 2001

Skills
Brand Management, Advertising, Marketing, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Management, Leadership, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Market Planning, Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Digital Strategy, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising

Education
Princeton University   1994 — 1998
A.B.

Experience
mcgarrybowen  April 2013 - Present
Young & Rubicam  March 2010 - April 2013
Carmichael Lynch  September 2007 - March 2010
bravo group   2005 - 2007
Burrell Communications   2004 - 2005
Burrell Communications   2004 - 2005
Hall & Partners  2004 - 2004
Leo Burnett  2003 - 2004
Foote, Cone & Belding   2000 - 2001
Crispin Porter + Bogusky  1998 - 2000

Skills
Advertising, Brand Architecture, Brand Development, Creative Strategy, Customer Engagement, Customer Insight, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Interactive Marketing, Marketing Research, Marketing Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Project Planning, Strategic Communications, Strategy

Education
University of Michigan   1994 — 1997

Maine East

Miami Ad School

Experience
Freelance CD/Writer   March 2014 - Present
Edelman  March 2013 - March 2014
Edelman  July 2012 - March 2013
Edelman Digital  January 2012 - June 2012
Euro RSCG  2009 - 2011
SolutionSet  2009 - 2009
Havas Worldwide: CHI (Formerly Euro RSCG)   2004 - 2008
J. Walter Thompson  2004 - 2004
Burrell Communications   2002 - 2004
Leo Burnett  1998 - 2001

Skills
Management, Integrated Marketing, Copywriting, Social Media, Creative Direction, Advertising, Direct Mail, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Interactive Advertising, Leadership, Content Strategy, Digital Media, Creative Strategy, Email Marketing, Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Marketing Communications, User Experience, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Mobile Marketing, Digital Strategy, Corporate Branding, Outdoor Advertising, Branding & Identity, Concept Development

Education
The Creative Circus
Copywriting

University of Florida
BS, Advertising, Anthropology

Experience
Self Employed  December 2007 - Present
Burrell Communications   October 2002 - August 2007
UniWorld Group Advertising   June 1999 - January 2001
UniWorld Group Advertising   June 1998 - June 1999
AT&T  September 1996 - September 1997
AT&T  March 1995 - 1996
AT&T  September 1990 - March 1995

Education
University of Pittsburgh
MSIS (Master of Science in Information Science), Information Management & Technology

University of Pittsburgh
MLS, Information Science

University of Pittsburgh
BA, Political Science

Experience
Self-Employed  October 2008 - Present
E. Morris Communications  December 2007 - Present
Commonground Marketing  2010 - 2010
Burrell Communications   2004 - 2007
Y.E.S Inc.   2002 - 2004

Skills
Survey Design, Advertising, Strategy, Marketing, Creative Direction, Integrated Marketing, Customer Insight, Relationship Marketing, Marketing Research, Market Analysis, Brand Development, Digital Marketing, Brand Management

Education
Northeastern Illinois University   2012 — 2013
Master of Arts (MA)

Roosevelt University
BA, Communications

Experience
Commonground/ MGS  April 2013 - Present
Commonground Marketing  July 2009 - April 2013
Healthy Interactions, Inc.   February 2008 - July 2009
Burrell Communications   February 2006 - January 2008
Indiana Minority Health Coalition, Inc.   April 2002 - May 2005

Skills
Direct Marketing, Strategy, Public Relations, Marketing, Customer Insight, CRM, Marketing Research, Account Management, Management, Project Management, Budgets, Nonprofits, Integrated Marketing, Retail, Training

Education
Indiana Wesleyan University   2003 — 2005
MBA, Business

Purdue University   1996 — 2001
BA, Communications

Experience
The DB Smith Agency, LLC   December 2014 - Present
Namaste Laboratories, A Dabur Enterprise   2008 - November 2014
E. Morris Communications, Inc.   2005 - 2008
Carol H Williams Advertising  2004 - 2005
Namaste Laboratories  1999 - 2003
Burrell Communications   1998 - 1999
Soft Sheen   1993 - 1998
DB Smith Communications   1991 - 1993

Skills
Strategic Planning, Branding & Identity, Relationship Marketing, Customer Insight, Integrated Marketing, Partnership Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Marketing, Advertising, Strategy, Mobile Advertising, Marketing Communications, Trade Shows, Strategic Communications, Content Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Management, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Brand Management, Media Planning, Interactive Advertising, Creative Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Public Relations, Leadership, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Creative Direction, Copywriting, Media Buying, Outdoor Advertising

Education
Miami University
Bachelor's Degree, BFA in Advertising; Minor in Marketing

Shaker Heights High School

Shaker Heights High School

Experience
Burrell Communications   July 2006 - Present
kevinandcarl.com   January 2002 - Present
Darkhorse Creative   January 2004 - June 2006
MMG Worldwide  July 2001 - January 2002
Creative Alliance  October 1995 - February 2001
Fahlgren  October 1994 - October 1995
DMB&B, St. Louis   February 1991 - September 1994
Hughes Advertising   January 1989 - February 1991

Skills
Concept Development, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Art Direction, Interactive Advertising, Youth Marketing, Advertising, Creative Campaign..., Brand Developement, Social Media, Brand Development, Typography

Education
Northwest Missouri State University   1984 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Graphic Design

Southeastern Community College   1983 — 1984

Notre Dame High School   1979 — 1982

Experience
Estee Lauder  March 2014 - Present
COTY Calvin Klein Fragrances   July 2006 - Present
COTY Gwen Stefani and Kenneth Cole Fragrances   October 2008 - September 2009
United Nations  May 2005 - July 2005
Burrell Communications   January 2005 - April 2005
STEVE Advertising Agency   September 2002 - October 2004
Dieste Inc.  January 2002 - February 2002

Skills
Typography, Beauty Industry, Creative Direction, Packaging, Art Direction, Advertising, Photography, Art, Image Manipulation, Graphic Design, Corporate Identity, Brand Development, Concept Development

Education
University of North Texas   1996 — 2001
Communication Design, Graphic Design

Ursuline Academy   1991 — 1995

Experience
Lipman Hearne  January 2015 - Present
Walton Isaacson  August 2013 - September 2014
Burrell Communications   January 2011 - July 2012
Federal Benefit Services   April 2009 - September 2009
Niche Retail LLC  March 2008 - October 2008
Wireless Toyz  July 2006 - August 2007
GlobalHue  November 2003 - September 2005
BBDO Detroit  January 2000 - November 2003
AMAC Sales and Builders   April 1999 - January 2000
JDA, Inc   November 1997 - March 1999

Skills
MS Project, Account Management, Online Marketing, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Digital Marketing, Copywriting, Online Advertising, E-commerce, Budgeting, Team Building, Oracle, SDLC, Database Administration, Project Planning, Project Coordination, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Marketing

Education
Lawrence Technological University   2009 — 2011
Masters, Management Information Systems, General

Lawrence Technological University   2009 — 2010
Graduate Certification, Project Management

Morgan State University   1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Science, Marketing

Lincoln University   1992 — 1993
Accounting

Experience
The Plum Tree Group  August 2015 - Present
Chicago Reader  January 2015 - July 2015
Chicago Reader  May 2013 - December 2014
Meridian Health Plan  February 2013 - May 2013
Presidential Inaugural Committee  January 2013 - January 2013
The White House & Obama for America   July 2012 - January 2013
Farmers Insurance & Financial Services  June 2011 - October 2012
Enterprise Rent-A-Car  February 2009 - June 2011
Burrell Communications   June 2007 - August 2007
Obama for America Headquarters   June 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Account Management, Government Relations, Customer Service, Promotions, Budgeting, Hands-on Problem Solver, Advertising, Sales, Event Planning, New Business Development, Cold Calling, Email Marketing, Marketing, Social Media, Event Management, Leadership, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Public Relations, Budgets, Human Resources, Facebook, Training, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Sales Operations, Employee Training

Education
University of Kansas   2004 — 2008
B.A., Communication Studies & Busniess Concentration

Notre Dame de Sion   2000 — 2004

Experience
Abelson-Taylor  October 2009 - Present
Burrell Communications   November 2005 - October 2009
Searle  1997 - 2000

Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business   1992 — 1994
MBA, Marketing

Marquette University   1983 — 1987
BSEE, Engineering

Experience
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago  October 2014 - Present
YWCA Metropolitan Chicago  June 2014 - Present
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago  June 2014 - Present
Project Infinite Green   February 2011 - Present
Honey-Can-Do International LLC  January 2009 - Present
The Aunt Marlene Foundation   2006 - Present
Burrell Communications   1998 - 2001
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP   1996 - 1998
Loyola University Health System  1993 - 1996

Skills
Energy, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Non-profits, STEM Education, Program Development, Strategic Partnerships, Business Strategy, Motorcycle, Corn, Marketing, Management, Negotiation, Endorsements, Product Development, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Start-ups, Cross-functional Team..., Budgets, Entrepreneurship, Social Media, New Business Development, CRM, Business Planning, Leadership, Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Product Management, Advertising, Public Relations, Nonprofits

Education
Loyola University of Chicago   1988 — 1992
BA, Political Science / Communications

Experience
TMP Worldwide  January 2015 - Present
Carmack & Assoc. Consulting   June 2012 - Present
Organo Gold  June 2011 - Present
Maxus  November 2013 - January 2015
Burrell Communications   August 2011 - November 2013
McKinney  August 2009 - October 2010
North Carolina Central University  2005 - 2009

Skills
Advertising Sales, Promotions, Advertising, Press Releases, Media Planning, Singer/Songwriter, Project Management, Digital Media, Marketing, Video, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, New Media, Facebook, Social Networking, Sales, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Media Buying, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Social Media, Digital Marketing

Education
North Carolina Central University   2005 — 2009
BA, Mass Communications

North Carolina Central University   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communications

Experience
Burrell Communications   June 2015 - Present
Burrell Communications   June 2014 - Present
Burrell Communications   March 2014 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group  October 2013 - Present
American Marketing Association  July 2013 - September 2013
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg LLP   October 2007 - June 2013
Gardiner Koch Weisberg & Wrona  August 2007 - October 2007
Allstate  September 2006 - June 2007

Skills
Event Planning, Advertising, InDesign, Sports, Integrated Marketing, Market Research, Social Media, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Project Management, Direct Mail Campaigns, SEO copywriting, Blogging, Content Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Community Outreach, Outlook, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Email Marketing, Media Relations, Newsletters, Copywriting, Event Management, Editing, Marketing, Nonprofits, Strategy, Fundraising, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Writing, Microsoft Excel

Education
Roosevelt University   2009 — 2010
Master of Science, Integrated Marketing Communications

University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2002 — 2006
Bachelor, Political Science/Pre-Law

Experience
MQC Advertising and Marketing Agency   December 2012 - Present
Burrell Communications   2011 - 2012
LA Boxing Baton Rouge   October 2010 - November 2011
Tom Mackey Real Estate Service   February 2011 - September 2011
Wright Feigley Communications  May 2009 - December 2010
LM Berry/ATT   August 2007 - March 2009
USAgencies  March 1999 - March 2009

Skills
Sales Process, Advertising, Sales Management, Employee Training, Integrated Marketing, Media Buying, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Direct Marketing, Outdoor Advertising, Direct Mail, Relationship Marketing, Email Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Customer Service..., Receptionist Duties, Project Management, Event Management

Education
Louisiana State University

University of Southern Mississippi

Experience
Burrell Communications   May 2012 - April 2015
Burrell Communications   January 2011 - May 2012
Saatchi & Saatchi  May 2010 - September 2010
GRP Media  January 2009 - June 2009
OMD USA  January 2007 - December 2008
Doner  June 2006 - January 2007
MEC  May 2005 - June 2006

Skills
Media Planning, Media Buying, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Media Strategy, Print, Advertising

Education
Michigan State University   1999 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree, Advertising