Horizon Hobby
Horizon Hobby, LLC. is an international hobby product distributor, headquartered in Champaign, Illinois. It currently manufactures various hobby-grade radio-controlled models, as well as Athearn model trains and die-cast models, which it sells direct to consumers as well as to hobby retailers. Customer service: 1 (888) 959-2307 Technical support: 1 (877) 504-0233 CEO: Joe Ambrose (Jul 2008–) Founded: 1985 Subsidiaries: Tower Hobbies, Athearn, Horizon Hobby Gmbh
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Horizon Hobby Employees
Illinois State University July 2014 - Present
FE Moran Security Solutions August 2013 - July 2014
Horizon Hobby February 2011 - August 2013
Skills
Logistics, Harmonized Tariff..., AES, Access Database, Import/Export Operations, Haz-Mat, Optimization Models, Distribution Logistics, AS400 system, Purchasing, Customs Regulations
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2001 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management
{N} design February 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby November 2011 - February 2015
Horizon Hobby October 2009 - October 2011
Horizon Hobby May 2007 - October 2009
Skills
Illustrator, Advertising, Photoshop, Pre-press, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Packaging, Mac, Graphic Design, Graphics, Web Design, Brand Development, Microsoft Office, Digital Illustration, Illustration, Image Manipulation, Email Marketing, Painting, Logo Design, Typography, Posters, Brochures, Catalogs, Visual Communication, Photography, Copywriting, Newsletters, Concept Development, Branding & Identity, Corporate Branding, Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Motion Graphics, Sketching, Interaction Design
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2003 — 2007
BA, Graphic Design
Hanover College 2002 — 2003
Silgan White Cap July 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby 2010 - 2013
Advanced Filtration Systems Inc. 1998 - 2008
Skills
Development & delivery..., Interpersonal..., Employment Law..., Benefits Administration, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Employee Recognition, Employee Handbooks, Workplace Harassment, Unemployment Claims, FMLA, Workers Compensation, Recruiting, Human Resources, HRIS, Onboarding, Deferred Compensation, Succession Planning, ADP Payroll, HR Policies, Employee Benefits, Workforce Planning
Education
Illinois State University 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Human Resources Management and Services, 3.6
Parkland College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Horizon Hobby August 1991 - Present
CDS Office Technologies August 1985 - August 1991
Skills
Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Trade Show Coordination, Strategic Planning, Market Planning, Sales, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Online Marketing
Education
Millikin University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.)
Horizon Hobby September 2014 - Present
Camp Fire May 2012 - July 2012
Camp Fire June 2007 - June 2012
Garing, Taylor and Associates October 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Computer Hardware, Electronics, Volunteer Management, Childcare, Outdoor Education, Soldering, Youth Development, Outdoor Recreation, Youth Programs, Program Development, Youth Mentoring, Youth Leadership, Volunteer Training, Microsoft Excel, Electronic Circuit..., Youth Work, Volunteer Recruiting, Lifeguarding, Volunteering, Model Building, Microsoft Word, Carpentry
Education
UC Merced 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Arroyo Grande High School 2004 — 2008
High School Diploma
Cuesta College 2006 — 2007
Supplementary courses
Danville Area Community College August 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby August 2004 - December 2012
FMC FoodTech May 1977 - February 2004
Skills
Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Supply Management, Logistics, Cross-functional Team..., Sourcing, Manufacturing, Forecasting, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing Processes, Process Improvement, Procurement, Product Development, Product Management, Supplier Negotiation, Consumer Products, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Warehouse Management, Lean Manufacturing, Warehousing, Operations Management, Six Sigma, MRP, Budgets, Inventory Control, Merchandising, Pricing, Cost Saving Initiatives, Contract Manufacturing, China Manufacturing, Logility, Negotiation, Vendor Management, ERP, MRO Management, Value Added Analysis, Problem Solving, Competitive Analysis, Blueprint Reading, Capital Equipment
Education
Cedarville University 1973 — 1977
BS, Psychology
Horizon Hobby January 2015 - Present
Polaris Industries September 2012 - January 2015
Nestle S.A. June 2010 - September 2012
Anheuser-Busch January 2007 - June 2010
Skills
Sales, Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Brand Development, CRM, Sales Management, Retail, Marketing, Training, B2B, Product Marketing, Forecasting, Merchandising, Key Account Management, Pricing, Business Analysis, Human Resources, KPI Reports, Business Development, Negotiation, Managerial accounting
Education
Purdue University
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor Science, Concentration: Training & Development (Honors)
ESCP Europe
Purdue's study abroad program Paris, France-International Marketing
magIMPACT July 2013 - Present
magIMPACT April 2012 - Present
Champaign Park District September 2010 - Present
Horizon Hobby, Inc. June 2005 - March 2012
Horizon Hobby 2000 - 2005
Skills
Layout, Illustration, Drawing, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Graphics, Catalogs, Publications, Typography, Brochures, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Corporate Identity, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Copywriting, Adobe Acrobat, Posters, Packaging, Illustrator, Teamwork, Email Marketing, Newsletters, Web Design, Mac, Advertising, Project Management, WordPress, Branding & Identity, Visual Communication, Direct Mail, Art, Photography, User Interface Design, Brand Development, Image Editing, Photoshop, Creative Direction, Flash, Corporate Branding, Flyers, Digital Photography, After Effects, User Experience, Digital Illustration, Motion Graphics, Interaction Design, Collateral
Education
Millikin University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
Horizon Hobby June 2014 - Present
International Control Services INC October 2009 - June 2014
Skytron March 2007 - February 2009
Behr Industries Corporation April 1997 - September 2006
USAF October 2004 - March 2005
Skills
Troubleshooting, Soldering, Electronics Repair, Oscilloscope, Power Supplies, Signal Generators, SMT, Test Equipment, PLC Ladder Logic, Testing, Multimeter, Schematic, BGA, DMMs, Frequency Counter, JTAG, X-ray, Burn-in, BOMs, Functional Testing, Digital Electronics, Analog Circuits, Microsoft Office, Macola Progression
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Wyoming 2003 — 2006
Associates of Applied Science, Computer and Electronics Engineering Technology, 3.79 GPA
U.S. Army Corps of Engineers May 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby March 2014 - May 2015
Health Alliance Medical Plans August 2013 - March 2014
Illinois Air National Guard December 2007 - November 2013
Illinois Department of Veteran Affairs April 2012 - May 2013
Eastern Illinois University Facilities Planning and Management May 2011 - August 2011
Midland States Bank June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, HTML, Public Speaking, Sales
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Business Management; Minor in Criminology
Parkland College 2008 — 2010
Associate's degree, Business Administration
Judah Christian 2004 — 2007
High School Diploma, General Studies
Horizon Hobby June 2014 - Present
Model Railroad Hobbyist magazine July 2013 - Present
Microscale Industries 2009 - Present
Horizon Hobby March 2014 - June 2014
DEEP Magazine November 2007 - September 2009
Skills
Graphic Design, New Business Development, Product Management, Photoshop, Advertising, Marketing, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Project Management, Web Development, Project Planning, Copywriting, Microsoft Word, Process Improvement, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing Communications, E-commerce, Magazines, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Digital Media, Strategy, Web Design, Social Networking, Publishing, Art
Education
Collins College 1996 — 1997
Associate's Degree, Design and Visual Communications, General
two February 2015 - Present
BRG at Google 2014 - 2014
Hogue 2011 - 2014
Lisa Bockelmann Design August 2008 - December 2010
Materials Marketing August 2008 - August 2010
Lasting Interiors January 2006 - August 2008
Horizon Hobby May 2000 - August 2003
Skills
CAP 2020, CAD 2002 - 2010, Google Sketch up, Citrix, Sage CRM, Core, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Wordpress, Photoshop, 3D rendering, Hand Drawing, Architectural Drafting, Sketching, CAD, Microsoft Word, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Architectural Drawings, Furniture, Interior Design, Space-planning, Finish, Architecture, Submittals, Illustrator, InDesign, Space planning, WordPress, Revit, Textiles, Interior Architecture, FF&E, Furnishings, Space Planning, Design Research, Floor Plans, Rendering
Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design
Prairie State College 1995 — 1997
A.A, Liberal arts
Horizon Hobby January 2008 - Present
State Farm May 2004 - January 2008
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign October 2002 - May 2004
Amdocs (acquired ITDS) March 1999 - October 2002
CSC Intelicom/ITDS (acquired BankIllinois company) April 1997 - March 1999
BankIllinios Company September 1990 - April 1997
Skills
Requirements Analysis, Training, Management, Project Planning, Testing, Product Development, Sales, Analysis, SDLC, Vendor Management, Microsoft Office
Education
Illinois State University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communications
Downers Grove South
Christie Clinic October 2013 - Present
Dermatology & Mohs Surgery Institute May 2013 - October 2013
Wolfram Research December 2008 - May 2013
Mettler Center January 2010 - April 2011
Horizon Hobby January 2007 - October 2008
Midstate Collection Solutions, Inc September 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Troubleshooting, Social Networking, PowerPoint, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Access
Education
Parkland College 2012 — 2013
Medical/Clinical Assistant
University of Illinois Springfield 2003 — 2006
Biology, General
Kentucky Wesleyan College 2002 — 2003
Biology, General
Parkland College 2000 — 2002
Associate's degree, Biology, General
COUNTRY Financial® January 2009 - Present
Horizon Hobby March 2007 - January 2009
IBM February 2006 - March 2007
Skills
Financial Services, Investment Management, Risk Management, Financial Risk..., Investments, Life Insurance, Portfolio Management, Strategic Financial..., Liability Analysis, Financial Analysis, Property & Casualty..., Disability Insurance, Insurance
Education
Illinois State University 2002 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Finance & Insurance
Parkland College 2000 — 2002
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Caterpillar Inc. May 2015 - Present
Melissa Larson Studios January 2009 - April 2015
Integrated Marketing Solutions January 2014 - November 2014
Horizon Hobby August 2007 - January 2009
Rock Communications July 2005 - July 2007
Freelance Graphic Designer/Photographer August 2002 - April 2005
Horizon House 2002 - 2004
Skills
Photography, Graphic Design, Web Design, Marketing, Advertising, Copywriting, Layout, Facebook, InDesign, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Posters, Social Media, Graphics, Magazines, Direct Mail, Flyers, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Brochures, Dreamweaver, Logo Design, Brand Development, QuarkXPress, WordPress, Digital Photography, Leadership, Mac, Online Marketing, Corporate Identity, Email Marketing, Packaging, Social Networking, Blogging, Catalogs, Website Development, Direct Marketing, Illustration, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Creative Writing, Publications, Visual Communication, Pre-press, Copy Editing, Branding, Business Cards, Creative Direction, Marketing Strategy
Education
Philadelphia University 2001 — 2002
Interior Design
College of DuPage 1998 — 1999
English
NY Institute of Photography
Photography
Perfectly Posh July 2014 - Present
Health Alliance Medical Plans December 2011 - Present
Health Alliance Medical Plans September 2006 - December 2011
Oasis Salon September 2006 - December 2008
Merle Norman 1123 Hair Salon February 2005 - November 2006
Horizon Hobby July 2005 - September 2006
Horizon Hobby July 2002 - August 2004
Benefit Planning Consultants, Inc. January 2001 - July 2002
Skills
Health Insurance, Insurance, Call Center, Healthcare, Customer Service, Cosmetology, Event Management, Inventory Management, Sales Support, Sales Operations, Direct Sales, Inside Sales, Sales Process, Purchasing Processes, Retail Purchasing, Marketing Operations, Website Development, Philanthropy, Hair Color, Hair Cutting, Hair Care, Volunteer Coordination, Project Coordination, Administration, Purchasing, Microsoft Office, AS400, Kronos, Customer Relations, Managed Care, Call Centers, Medicare, Sales, Account Management, Leadership, Team Building, Marketing, Strategic Planning
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2007 — 2010
Science, Career and Organizational Studies
Parkland College 2005 — 2007
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Associates in Science
Concept College of Cosmetology 2004 — 2005
Cosmetology, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
Aon Hewitt October 2014 - Present
Aon Hewitt November 2012 - Present
Aon Hewitt August 2011 - June 2013
Aon Hewitt July 2007 - July 2011
Technique Recruiting, Inc. June 2006 - April 2007
Horizon Hobby August 2000 - March 2005
Skills
Team Leadership, Training, Coaching, Customer Service, Leave Administration, STD, FMLA, CFRA, USERRA, Project Management, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Recruiting, Microsoft Excel, Client Relations Skills, Interviews, New Hire Orientations, Analysis, Team Building, Business Process, Employee Engagement, Call Centers, Employee Training
Education
Illinois State University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor's degree, Musical Theatre
CU Direct April 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby July 2014 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Data Entry, Account Management, QuickBooks, PowerPoint, Credit Analyst, Buyer, Auto Underwriter/ Funder, HR Assistant, Intership, Volunteering, Microsoft Word, Human Resources, Payroll, Sourcing, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Technical Recruiting
Education
Chaffey College
Volition October 2010 - Present
Horizon Hobby December 2007 - October 2010
Horizon Hobby, Inc March 2006 - November 2007
Horizon Hobby, Inc. January 2002 - March 2006
Illinois State University Computer Help Desk March 2001 - January 2002
Carle Clinic Association May 2000 - June 2001
Skills
ASP.NET, C#, .NET, SQL Server, T-SQL, VB.NET, Web Applications, Web Services, XML, JavaScript, SQL, jQuery, Web Development, Visual Studio, AJAX, CSS, Visual Basic, HTML, PHP, Windows, XHTML, User Interface Design, MySQL, Databases, Access, Programming, Software Development, Analysis, Quality Assurance, Software Project..., Business Analysis, Business Requirements, Documentation, IIS, Relational Databases, Systems Analysis, DTS, Agile, Application Development, WCF, VSS, SSIS, Software Engineering, LINQ, ADO.NET, SDLC, WinForms, Telerik, Telerik Web Controls, Microsoft SQL Server
Education
Illinois State University 1998 — 2002
Applied Computer Science
NZXT, Inc. June 2015 - Present
Voluri January 2014 - Present
Horizon Hobby February 2012 - April 2014
Method RC January 2011 - February 2012
MillenWorks (a wholly owned subsidiary of Textron Inc.) March 2010 - June 2011
Horizon Hobby April 2009 - March 2010
Consultant April 2007 - April 2009
MillenWorks April 2002 - April 2007
AMETEK Aerospace April 2001 - April 2002
General Motors, GM Racing Group January 1995 - April 2001
Skills
Product Development, Product Design, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Engineering Management, Program Management
Education
Purdue University 1995 — 2002
Masters of Science (MS), Automotive Engineering
University of Southern California 1990 — 1994
Bachelors of Science (BS), Aerospace Engineering
Art Center College of Design 2007 — 2009
Bachelors of Science (BS), Transportation Design
Gadsden High School 1986 — 1990
HS Diploma, College Prep
Horizon Hobby June 2014 - March 2015
Calamos Investments May 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Computer Security, Software Development, Computer Hardware, Network Communications, Windows, Linux, Microsoft Office, LibreOffice, SQL, Java, C++, C, Visual Basic, VHDL, Google Suite
Education
Engineering at Illinois 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
BHG Mason McDuffie Real Estate May 2014 - Present
Paragon Real Estate Group August 2010 - May 2014
Prudential California Realty March 2007 - August 2010
Horizon Hobby February 1997 - August 2003
Skills
Sellers, Investment Properties, Real Estate, Referrals, Short Sales, Foreclosures, Single Family Homes, Condos, First Time Home Buyers, Luxury, Residential, Listings, Lofts, Investors, Real Estate Development, SFR, Buyers, Residential Homes, Sales
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1993 — 1997
HoMedics November 2014 - Present
Horizon Hobby June 2013 - October 2014
Cooking.com May 2000 - March 2013
Boise Cascade Office Products January 1985 - April 2000
Skills
3PL, E-commerce, Strategic Partnerships, SEM, Cross-functional Team..., Affiliate Marketing, Warehouse Management, Strategic Planning for..., Human Resources, Distribution Logistics, Metric Development, Inventory Management, Fulfillment Management, Operations Management, Internal and External..., Team Building, Budgets, Negotiation, Distribution Center...
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Mechanical Engineering
Golden West College 1997 — 1999
Business Administration and Management, General
Horizon Hobby May 2014 - August 2014
Advantech August 2009 - July 2012
National Taiwan University of Science and Technology August 2007 - July 2009
CHU SHENG CO., LTD. January 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Verilog, Matlab, Cadence Allegro, OrCAD Capture CIS, PowerPCB, PLM Tools, Microprocessor, Microcontrollers, ARM, CPLD, FPGA, Digital & Analog Circuit, Organization, Analytical Skills, Leadership, Executive..., Resourceful..., Project Management, Simulation and Risk..., Supply Chain Management, PCB design, EMC, EMI, C++, Embedded C, Microsoft Office, Databases, PCB Design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2013 — 2014
Master of Science (MS), Technology Management
National Taiwan University of Science and Technology 2007 — 2009
Master of Science (MS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
National Kaohsiung University of Applied Sciences
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical Engineering
Horizon Hobby March 2014 - Present
Residence Inn by Marriott Champaign-Urbana, IL May 2013 - January 2014
Hilton Garden Inn - Champaign, IL September 2007 - May 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Issue..., Customer Service, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Event Management, Event Planning, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Team Building, Hotels, Management, Food & Beverage
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2002 — 2007
BS, Family Consumer Science - Hospitality
Horizon Hobby September 2013 - Present
Innovative Staff Solutions July 2013 - September 2013
Champaign County Regional Planning Commission June 2013 - June 2013
Paramount Staffing January 2011 - June 2013
Public Service Archaeology and Architecture Program - University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2008 - September 2010
Skills
Recruiting, Temporary Placement, Applicant Tracking..., Temporary Staffing, Talent Acquisition, Staffing Services, Payroll, Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution, Archaeology, Archaeological Survey, Public Archaeology, Technical Translation, GIS, Spatial Databases, Human Resources, Onboarding, Interviews, Hiring, New Hire Orientations, Personnel Management, Management, HRIS, College Recruiting, Resume Writing, Benefits Administration, Internet Recruiting, Employee Training, Employee Benefits, Talent Management, PeopleSoft, Deferred Compensation, Performance Management, Training
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master of Arts (M.A.), Anthropology
California State University-Fresno
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology
Carle Foundation Hospital August 2015 - Present
Carle Foundation Hospital April 2012 - August 2015
Presby Hall August 2010 - April 2012
Jimmy John's May 2009 - May 2010
Horizon Hobby April 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Administration, Training, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Time Management, Healthcare, Data Entry, Management, Hiring, Leadership, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Hospitals, Emotional Intelligence, Training & Development, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Program Development, Staff Development, Microsoft Word
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2012 — 2015
Master's of Science, Training and Development, 3.9
Eastern Illinois University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor's of Science, Occupation for Professional Development, 4.0
Parkland College 2004 — 2006
Associate's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
WealthEngine February 2015 - Present
Rostam Law July 2013 - Present
WealthEngine December 2011 - March 2014
Horizon Hobby May 2010 - May 2011
Champaign County State's Attorney May 2009 - August 2009
Drinker Biddle & Reath LLP January 2008 - March 2008
Skills
Corporate Law, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Corporate Governance, Legal Issues, Westlaw, Litigation, Intellectual Property, Contract Negotiation, Analysis, Commercial Litigation, Legal Compliance, Courts, FCPA, Research, Food, Economics, Real Estate, Mergers, Licensing, Program Management, Legal Assistance, Patent Litigation, Lexis, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Immigration Law, International Law, Civil Litigation, Appeals, Bankruptcy, Negotiation, Employment Law, Mediation, Document Review, Arbitration, Criminal Law, Joint Ventures, Securities Regulation, Privacy Law, Writing, Trademarks, Legal Documents, Legal Advice, Coaching, Business Coaching, Life Coaching, Estate Planning, Management, Data Acquisition
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2008 — 2011
Juris Doctorate
Loyola University Chicago 2007 — 2008
Certificate, Paralegal Studies; Corporations
Franklin & Marshall College 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Government
Crocs, Inc April 2014 - Present
MapQuest October 2012 - February 2014
Amazon.com February 2010 - September 2012
Avalara June 2007 - February 2010
Horizon Hobby October 2004 - May 2007
Horizon Hobby August 2001 - October 2004
Skills
Email Marketing, SEO, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, SEM, Social Media Marketing, Product Marketing, Photoshop, Demand Generation, Marketing Automation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Dynamics, Salesforce.com, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing Management, Brand Management, SaaS, Lightroom, Online Marketing, Microsoft SQL Server, Visio, Eloqua, Microsoft CRM, Kentico, SharePoint Designer, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Project, PASW, SAS, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Lightroom, Adobe Photoshop, Apple Aperture, Apple Final Cut Pro, Adobe Captivate, Articulate Presenter, Compendium Blogware, Amazon, Omniture, comScore, Experian Hitwise, Google Analytics, Tableau, Testing, Microstrategy, Optimization, Data Analysis
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2001
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
Augustana College 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Accounting
Creative Services University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign November 2013 - Present
Libby Kacich Photography October 2011 - Present
Creative Services University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign February 2012 - November 2013
Champaign County Convention and Visitors Bureau March 2010 - February 2012
Illini Union University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign October 2008 - March 2010
Wolfram Research December 2007 - October 2008
WLIW & WNET New York Public Television July 2005 - December 2007
Horizon Hobby 2004 - 2005
Skills
Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Grant Writing, Creative Writing, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Marketing Strategy, Event Producing, Project Coordination, Writing, Event Management, Promotions, Press Releases, Event Planning, Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Editing, Budgeting, Photography, Trade Shows, Adobe Creative Suite, Copy Editing, Art Direction, Marketing Management, Fundraising, Marketing, Brand Management, Public Relations, Media Relations, Budgets, Brochures, Blogging, Newsletters, Brand Development, Community Outreach, Social Networking, User Experience, InDesign, Branding & Identity
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
B.S.
New York University 2002 — 2002
Academic Credit
State Industrial Products October 2013 - Present
EPTCO October 2011 - October 2013
Horizon Hobby August 2005 - October 2011
Skills
Sales Management, Retail, Sales, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Advertising, Market Research, Account Management, Product Marketing, Inventory Management, Sales Operations, Online Advertising, Contract Negotiation, Brand Development
Education
Bradley University 1997 — 2001
Retail Merchandising, Marketing
MacArthur High School 1993 — 1997
McGladrey June 2015 - Present
Dawson Logistics December 2014 - June 2015
Closure Systems International (CSI) August 2014 - December 2014
ThyssenKrupp Presta, LLC February 2011 - February 2014
Horizon Hobby April 2009 - February 2011
Norfolk Southern June 2008 - August 2008
Horizon Hobby February 2008 - May 2008
Skills
Employee Relations, HRIS, Talent Acquisition, FMLA, Onboarding, College Recruiting, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Technical Recruiting, Recruiting, Employee Engagement, Personnel Management, Background Checks, New Hire Orientations, Interviews, Career Development, Organizational..., Executive Search, Leadership Development, Career Counseling, Hiring, Organizational Design, Policy, Screening Resumes, Compensation & Benefit, Training, Industrial Relations, Legal Compliance, Organizational..., EEO, Coaching, Conflict Resolution, Administration, Job Analysis, Payroll, Employment Law, Management, Resume Writing, Taleo, SPHR, Job Descriptions, Temporary Placement, Workers Compensation, Temporary Staffing, Benefits Negotiation, Screening, Employee Training, Compensation & Benefits
Education
Augustana College
BA, Sociology, Communications
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master, Human Resources/Industrial Relations
ARA September 2015 - Present
ARA May 2013 - Present
ARA September 2012 - January 2013
MLS April 2012 - August 2012
Cunningham Children's Home May 2011 - April 2012
4ORCE Digital November 2011 - November 2011
Horizon Hobby December 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, Teaching, Customer Service, Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Analysis, Software Documentation, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, SPSS, Training, Social Media, English, Leadership, Outlook, Marketing, Team Building, Ruby, Civil Engineering
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2003 — 2007
BS, Psychology
Lake Land College 2003 — 2003
Wayfair July 2011 - Present
Clinton Foundation July 2008 - June 2011
Horizon Hobby March 2002 - June 2006
Bain & Company June 1998 - August 2000
Skills
Analytics, E-commerce, Management Consulting, Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Business Strategy, Direct Marketing, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Market Research, Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Pricing, Web Analytics, Financial Modeling, Product Marketing, Profit Maximization
Education
Harvard Business School
MBA
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.S., Finance
Horizon Hobby August 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby May 2006 - August 2015
Varsity Striping & Construction Co. 1998 - 2006
Skills
Advertising, Trade Shows, Marketing Management, Brand Development, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Online Advertising, Social Networking, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media, Copywriting, Product Development, Creative Direction, Market Research, Online Marketing
Education
Illinois State University 2000 — 2002
B.S., Public Relations and Marketing
Parkland College 1998 — 2000
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Hoodle Inc. March 2012 - Present
Illinois State University January 2009 - May 2012
Jimmy John's Corporate Headquarters May 2011 - August 2011
Horizon Hobby May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Entrepreneurship, Product Development, Start-ups, Agile Web Development, Marketing, Leadership, Management, SaaS, Social Media, Customer Service, Project Management, Graphic Design, Facebook, Public Speaking, Time Management, PowerPoint, Training, Sales, Photoshop, Event Planning, Research, Market Research, Internet Entrepreneur, Continuous Improvement, Internet Strategy, Microsoft Word
Education
Illinois State University 2009 — 2012
Business Management, Entrepreneurial & Small Business Management
Aviat Networks 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby September 2011 - August 2014
Horizon Hobby January 2007 - September 2011
Skills
Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Purchasing, Sales Management, Supply Chain Management, Account Management, Manufacturing, Process Improvement
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2012 — 2013
MBA, Management
Eastern Illinois University 2011 — 2013
MBA
St. Joseph's College (IN) 1995 — 1997
BS, Accounting
LiveRC June 2014 - Present
Air Age Media August 2012 - June 2014
A Main Hobbies January 2011 - July 2012
Hi-Torque Publications October 2007 - November 2010
Horizon Hobby September 2007 - October 2007
Hi-Torque Publications July 2005 - September 2007
Horizon Hobby October 2003 - September 2007
Think Omnimedia October 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Creative Writing, Promotions, Event Coverage, News Writing, Editing, Social Media, Press Releases, Photography, Advertising, Publishing, Blogging, Writing, Public Relations, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Publicity, SEO, Copy Editing, Mac, Online Marketing, Journalism, Proofreading, Newsletters, Editorial, Publications, Marketing, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Magazines, Management, Customer Service
Education
College of the Canyons
Associate of Arts, English
Palomar College
Associate of Arts, English
San Pasqual High School
High School Diploma
Pinard Waste Systems, Inc. May 2013 - Present
Pinard Waste Systems, Inc. August 2006 - May 2013
Horizon Hobby May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Operations Management, Transportation, Logistics, Shipping, Freight, Transportation..., Warehousing, Customer Service, Logistics Management, 3PL, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Freight Forwarding, Management, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Supply Chain, Trucking, Project Management
Education
Chaffey College 2004 — 2006
Horizon Hobby July 2014 - Present
Microsoft (Nokia) April 2014 - July 2014
Glumetrics inc March 2010 - January 2014
Eclypse International September 2008 - June 2009
Masimo corp. January 1996 - July 2008
Skills
Electrical Engineering, ISO 13485, Medical Devices, FDA, Product Development, Quality System, ISO 14971, Circuit Design, IEC 60601, MIL-STD-810, FCC License, UL, PCB layout design, Schematic Capture, AutoCAD, Orcad, Labview, LabWindows/CVI, Assembly Language, C++ Language, Electromagnetic..., J-STD-001, Embedded Systems, Multisim, Design Control, Engineering, Sensors, Manufacturing, Biomedical Engineering, Test Equipment, R&D, Design for Manufacturing, Image Processing, V&V, CAPA, Design of Experiments, Electronics, Solidworks, Validation, FMEA, Product Design, EMC compliance, Spectrum Analyzer, Electromagnetic Fields, EMC Compliance, Consumer Electronics, ESD control, PCB Design, Regulatory Compliance, SolidWorks
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Orange 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering, 3.8GPA
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign September 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign February 2013 - September 2014
First-Light USA October 2011 - February 2013
HBM August 2008 - October 2011
SoMat Corporation November 2007 - August 2008
Horizon Hobby February 2006 - November 2007
Horizon Hobby June 2005 - February 2006
Richland Community College December 2003 - June 2005
Florida Institute of Technology October 2001 - November 2003
Florida Institute of Technology January 1998 - October 2001
Skills
Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Graphic Design, Web Design, Event Marketing, SEO, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Writing, Copy Editing, Online Lead Generation, Online Branding, Online Advertising, Product Marketing, Corporate Communications, Strategy, Creative Direction, Trade Shows, B2B, Management, Photography, Content Development, Advertising, Newsletters, Strategic Planning, Brand Development, Public Relations, Social Media, Program Management, Web Analytics, Web Content, Marketing, Event Planning
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, BOT - Technical Communications
Richland Community College 2004 — 2005
Associate in Arts, General Studies
Florida Institute of Technology 1996 — 2001
Degree: None, Technical Communications
I Hotel and Conference Center January 2014 - Present
Horizon Hobby January 2012 - September 2013
Horizon Hobby February 2009 - December 2011
Champaign Park District August 2008 - January 2010
Lincoln College - Lincoln August 2005 - May 2008
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Advertising, InDesign, Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Brand Development, Online Advertising, E-commerce, Google Analytics, Web Marketing, Market Research, Integrated Marketing, Web Analytics, Online Marketing
Education
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Design and Applied Arts
Lincoln College
Associate of Arts Degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Lincoln Community High School
Douglas County Highway Department August 2014 - Present
Midstate Collection Solutions September 2013 - August 2014
Horizon Hobby April 2003 - September 2013
Horizon Hobby April 2003 - September 2013
Horizon Hobby Inc April 2003 - September 2013
Coldwater Creek December 2007 - January 2009
Coldwater Creek 2008 - 2009
Michaels December 2002 - January 2007
Skills
Inventory Management, Retail, Customer Service, Sales, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Trade Shows, Advertising, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications
Education
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts, General Studies
Parkland College
Associate of Applied Science, Business Management
Prairie Central 1995 — 1999
Fairbanks Morse Engine March 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby March 2010 - February 2015
StandardAero October 2009 - March 2010
Terex October 2008 - January 2009
StandardAero October 2007 - July 2008
Bunn-O-Matic Corporation December 2006 - August 2007
B/E Aerospace March 2001 - December 2006
Global Ground Support LLC March 2001 - March 2002
ITW Dymon September 2000 - December 2000
DLR Group October 1998 - August 2000
Skills
Technical Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Software Documentation, Editing, Adobe Acrobat, Visio, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Newsletters, Photoshop, Proofreading, Illustration, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Layout, QuarkXPress, Solidworks, Graphics, Publications, Management, Graphic Design, Technical Illustration, Public Speaking, Troubleshooting, Proposal Writing, Photography, FrameMaker, Program Management, Product Design, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, User Interface Design, Training, Testing, Flow Charts, Access, Editorial, Process Development, Root Cause Analysis, Process Simulation, 3DVIA Composer, Engineering, Quality Assurance
Education
Parkland College 2012 — 2012
Dassault Systemes training 2011 — 2012
Johnson County Community College 2005 — 2005
Satisfactory completion
Institute of Children's Literature 1996 — 1997
Diploma
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College 1992 — 1997
Coursework
Pasadena City College 1987 — 1990
Coursework
Ambassador College 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College 1981 — 1982
1 year
Horizon Hobby July 2014 - Present
Horizon Hobby January 2011 - July 2014
Horizon Hobby December 2008 - January 2011
CGN & Associates June 2008 - December 2008
Self-employed December 2007 - June 2008
Keane Inc April 2004 - December 2007
Keane Canada 2006 - 2007
Nims Associates March 2001 - April 2004
Icon Infosystems March 1999 - January 2001
Ameritech/SBC/AT&T January 1997 - March 1999
Skills
Process Improvement, Program Management, Management, Leadership, Strategy, Consulting, Project Management, Business Process..., Cross-functional Team..., CRM
Education
Northwestern University 1997 — 1999
MS, Engineering Management
Northern Illinois University 1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Engineering
MDR
Horizon Hobby October 2014 - Present
Montana Design August 1994 - Present
Horizon Hobby July 2008 - October 2014
Transistor Devices Inc. February 2000 - July 2008
Statistical Research, Inc. November 1997 - February 1999
Intelligent Communication Systems, Inc/Wright Associates October 1989 - August 1994
Skills
Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Telecommunications, Software Development, Testing, Electronics, Embedded Systems, User Experience, Engineering, Team Building, Manufacturing, C++, Team Leadership, Product Management, Sales, Project Management, Firmware, Six Sigma, Management, Product Marketing, Program Management, Business Development, Windows, Visual Basic, Product Design, Troubleshooting, Engineering Management, Strategic Planning
Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1983 — 1985
BS, Computer Science
Messiah College 1982 — 1983
BS, Computer Science
Belvidere HS
Horizon Hobby March 2015 - Present
State Farm October 2012 - September 2014
State Farm January 2009 - September 2012
State Farm March 2006 - December 2008
Humane Society of Central Illinois August 2003 - September 2006
State Farm June 2001 - August 2004
State Farm June 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Process Improvement, Insurance, Claim, Liability, Property & Casualty..., Leadership, Problem Solving
Education
Illinois State University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Standard Electric Supply Co. April 2012 - Present
MT Systems, Inc. November 2009 - April 2012
Bodine Electric of Decatur February 2009 - November 2009
Horizon Hobby February 2007 - December 2008
Kirby Risk October 1994 - January 2007
Skills
Sales, Operations Management, Account Management, Human Resources, Automation Engineer, Automation, PLC, Manufacturing, Solution Selling, Forecasting, Industrial Control, Electricians, Negotiation, SCADA, Automotive, Key Account Development, Key Account Management, Inventory Management, Motion Control, Pricing, Purchasing, Sales Operations, Contract Negotiation, Troubleshooting, New Business Development, Project Management, Process Automation, Product Marketing, Electrical Engineering, Process Control, Engineering, Variable Frequency..., Continuous Improvement, Strategic Planning, Sensors, Lean Manufacturing, Pneumatics, Sales Management, Business Development, Product Development, Product Management, Power Distribution, Instrumentation, Six Sigma, Team Building, Electronics, Robotics, Sales Engineering, Process Improvement, Control Systems Design
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Indianapolis 1980 — 1982
Associate's degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Epsilon October 2013 - Present
DraftFCB July 2008 - September 2013
DraftFCB March 2007 - July 2008
Mudlark May 2005 - September 2006
W. S. Darley & Co. May 2001 - May 2005
Horizon Hobby June 1999 - April 2001
Horizon Hobby November 1998 - June 1999
Horizon Hobby May 1998 - November 1998
Human Kinetics August 1997 - May 1998
Skills
Brochures, Web Design, Packaging, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML emails, Email Newsletter Design, HTML 5, CSS3, Adobe Digital Publishing, Catalogs, Flyers, Direct Mail, Point of Purchase, Pre-press, Litmus, Basecamp, Github, Responsys, Quality Assurance
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1992 — 1995
Bachelor's of Arts, Graphic Design, Fine Arts
Horizon Hobby April 2015 - Present
PolyPak America November 2013 - April 2015
Natural Awakenings Los Angeles January 2011 - November 2013
Americhip, Inc. May 2008 - December 2009
Meredith Corp. 2002 - 2007
Warren Industries 1998 - 2002
Portal Publications 1996 - 1998
Western Publishing Company (aka Golden Books) 1989 - 1996
Artfaire 1988 - 1989
American Greetings 1984 - 1988
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Publishing, Product Development, New Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Licensing, Competitive Analysis, Advertising, Brand Management, Trade Shows, Integrated Marketing, Product Marketing, Marketing, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Creative Writing, Sales, Copywriting, Contract Negotiation, Direct Marketing, Management, E-commerce, Sales Management, Negotiation, Program Management, Strategy, Product Management, Brand Development, Start-ups, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, P&L Management, Leadership, Account Management, Public Relations, Retail, B2B
Education
Duquesne University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing Concentration
Penn State University
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
University of California, San Diego
Wyoming Valley West
Horizon Hobby February 2012 - Present
Horizon Hobby 2010 - 2012
Skills
Hazmat Trained, Hazmat Operations, Hazardous Materials, LTL, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Cashiering, Recieving, DOT regulations, Distribution Center..., Process Improvement, Warehousing, Inventory Management, Training, Operations Management
Education
Argosy University Chicago 2012 — 2014
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Psychology
Ashford University 2010 — 2011
Associate of Arts (AA), Psychology
Caterpillar Inc. September 2015 - Present
Caterpillar Inc. April 2014 - Present
Navistar Inc January 2013 - April 2014
Navistar Inc June 2012 - January 2013
Navistar Inc June 2011 - June 2012
Horizon Hobby January 2011 - June 2011
Iowa State University February 2009 - December 2010
Skills
Engineering, Testing, Solidworks, Mechanical Engineering, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Matlab, FMEA, CAD, Project Management, Team Leadership, Electronics, Automotive, Product Development, Teamcenter, Creo/ProE, SolidWorks, Root Cause Analysis
Education
Iowa State University 2006 — 2011
Mechanical Engineering, Acoustics, Music Technology, Mechanical Engineering Design
Horizon Hobby February 2014 - Present
Horizon Hobby September 2010 - February 2014
Horizon Hobby August 2007 - September 2010
Walmart August 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Training, Management, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Technical Writing, Copy Editing, Technical Editing, Proofreading, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Software Documentation, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Outlook, Research, Product Development, Analysis, Process Improvement, Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Education
Bowling Green State University 2000 — 2001
Masters of Arts in progress, German Language and Literature
Bob Jones University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts, Print Journalism, German
Horizon Hobby August 2011 - Present
Horizon Precision Systems March 2014 - September 2014
D3 LED, LLC January 2010 - January 2011
Atlanta Hobby.com June 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Mac OS X, Social Media, OS X, Integrated Brand..., Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Advertising, Product Development, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Market Research, Trade Shows, Online Advertising, Marketing Research, Product Launch, Brand Awareness, Facebook, Social Networking, Consumer Products, Email Marketing
Education
Berry College - Campbell School of Business 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
BCforward August 2015 - Present
JM Marketing August 2013 - Present
Herff Jones December 2014 - July 2015
Stericycle January 2011 - August 2014
The College Network February 2010 - November 2010
Kaplan Compliance Solutions January 2009 - December 2009
Horizon Hobby August 2006 - December 2008
Central Restaurant Products June 2005 - July 2006
Skills
Social Media, Advertising, Event Planning, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Product Marketing, Blogging, Newsletters, Facebook, Publications, Online Marketing, Market Research, Direct Mail, Trade Shows, Strategic Communications, Creative Writing, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Art, English
Kirkwood High School 1997 — 2001
Horizon Hobby May 2015 - Present
Tate & Lyle January 2015 - April 2015
Tate & Lyle April 2011 - December 2014
Tate & Lyle June 2010 - April 2011
Tate & Lyle April 2009 - June 2010
Tate & Lyle June 2007 - March 2009
Tate & Lyle October 2004 - June 2007
Tate & Lyle September 2001 - December 2004
Tate & Lyle October 1998 - August 2001
ADM June 1997 - September 1998
Skills
Hyperion, SAP, Grain Accounting, Working Capital..., Cost Accounting, Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Staff Development, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Accounting, Hyperion Enterprise, Cash Flow Forecasting, Budgets, Cash Flow, Internal Controls, Managerial Finance, Financial Modeling, Auditing, Finance, Financial Reporting
Education
Millikin University 2004 — 2005
MBA
MacMurrary College 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
DocuSign January 2014 - Present
State Farm Insurance August 2012 - January 2014
Horizon Hobby May 2011 - August 2012
Health Alliance Medical Plans April 2009 - May 2011
The News-Gazette January 2006 - April 2009
(Danville, IL) Commercial-News July 2004 - January 2006
Geneseo Republic July 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Social Media, Ap Style, QuarkXPress, Press Releases, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Newspaper, Journalism, Web Content, Advertising, Newspapers, Newsletters, Publications, AP Style
Education
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2003
M.A., Communication Studies
Eastern Illinois University 1998 — 2001
B.A., Journalism
Marie Roth, Networking and Resource Consultant March 2015 - Present
Atascadero Chamber of Commerce May 2013 - October 2014
Pomar Junction Vineyard & Winery April 2009 - July 2012
A Woman's Touch Gardening Service July 2002 - August 2008
Horizon Hobby April 1999 - July 2003
Skills
Small Business, Social Networking, Marketing, Nonprofits, Networking, Event Planning, Team Building, Public Relations, Leadership, Fundraising, Sales, Facebook, Newsletters, Social Media, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Promotions, Social Media Marketing, Business Networking, People Skills
Education
Cuesta College Women's Rentry Program 1999 — 2001
Early Childhood Development
Cuesta College 1988 — 1989
Psycology, Interior Design
Paso Robles High School 1984 — 1988
Horizon Hobby January 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby August 2010 - Present
Skills
Manufacturing, CAD, Project Management, Product Development, Product Management, Product Marketing, Product Design, Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Products, Product Launch, Competitive Analysis, Innovation Management, Production Managment, Vendor Relationships, Brand Development, Marketing Management
Education
Wright State University 2008 — 2010
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Sinclair Community College 2009 — 2009
Engineering
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College 2007 — 2008
Electro-Mechanical Enginner
Insurance Services of America December 2012 - Present
Spiral Volleyball Club October 2013 - Present
Prime Time Volleyball Club November 2011 - June 2012
Horizon Hobby August 2011 - March 2012
Club One Volleyball November 2010 - June 2011
A Capella Media LLC January 2011 - April 2011
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Coaching, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Marketing, Customer Service, Executive Coaching, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Sales, Email Marketing, Event Management
Education
Lewis University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music Merchandising/Marketing
LRP America August 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby June 2011 - January 2013
Pure R/C June 2010 - June 2011
Hobby Products International, Inc. (HPI Racing) January 2004 - March 2010
Hobby Products International, Inc. (HPI Racing) January 2001 - December 2003
Hobby Products International, Inc. (HPI Racing) January 1998 - December 2000
Hobby Products International, Inc. (HPI Racing) November 1995 - December 1997
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Marketing, Online Advertising, Product Management, Market Research, Trade Shows, Leadership, Publishing, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Online Marketing, Brand Development, Product Marketing, Business Development, Consumer Products, Budgets, Business Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Public Relations, Sales Management, Sales, Brand Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, SEO, Email Marketing, E-commerce, Sales Operations, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Management, Direct Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Account Management, Market Planning, Web Analytics, Product Launch, Strategic Partnerships, Social Media, Brand Awareness, Social Networking, Merchandising, Team Building, International Sales, B2B, Entrepreneurship, Website Development
Education
San Diego State University-California State University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/Management
Fullerton College
Associates in Arts, Electronics
Critical Path Consulting September 2011 - Present
Horizon Hobby 2007 - May 2011
Sanda Kan June 2006 - August 2007
Gray Research February 2006 - May 2006
Lionel LLC September 1997 - May 2005
General Electric December 1995 - August 1997
McDonnell Douglas April 1989 - November 1995
General Electric January 1987 - April 1989
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Strategy, Management, Leadership, Operations Management, Engineering Management, Start-ups, Project Management, Business Development, Sales Management, Competitive Analysis, Sourcing, Product Management, Process Improvement, Team Building, Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, Team Leadership, Engineering, Supply Chain, Marketing Strategy, International Business, Negotiation, Problem Solving, Vendor Management, Management Consulting, Analysis, Budgets, Product Marketing, Business Planning, Forecasting, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing, New Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Team Management, Supply Management, Six Sigma, Supplier Management, Policy/Procedure..., Start-up Operations, Strategy Development
Education
University of Alabama 1997 — 1998
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Alabama in Huntsville 1986 — 1988
BSE, Mechanical Engineering
Athens State University
Certificate, Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Auburn University 1981 — 1983
Industrial Design
Virgil I. Grissom High School, Huntsville, AL
Additional Training
Continental Carbonic Products, Inc. December 2011 - Present
Tichenor Crypto Solutions, LLC December 2014 - Present
iCyt Mission Technology, Inc. (a Sony Group Company) October 2006 - December 2011
Horizon Hobby September 2004 - October 2006
Vesuvius USA 2002 - 2004
Skills
MS Office Suite, Epicor Vantage, JD Edwards, AS400, Purchasing Negotiations, Supply Chain Management, Supply Agreements, ERP, MRP, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Logistics, Training Within Industry, Purchasing, Negotiation, Manufacturing, Supply, Microsoft Office, Strategic Sourcing, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Epicor, Supply Chain, IBM iSeries, Materials, Process Improvement, Operations Management, R&D, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Management, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Warehousing, ISO, Pricing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Cooling Towers, Shipping, Business Development, Supply Management, Start-ups, Materials Management, Global Sourcing, Forecasting, Warehouse Management, P&L Management, Inventory Control, Sales Operations
Education
DePauw University 1997 — 2000
BA, Economics & Management
Indiana University Bloomington 1996 — 1997
Business
Beckman Coulter March 2010 - Present
Horizon Hobby June 2009 - June 2010
KRh Thermal Systems October 1998 - September 2008
Balboa Instruments October 1995 - September 1998
Measurex Devron January 1992 - May 1995
Trionics Technologies 1992 - 1993
Trionics Technologies 1992 - 1993
Trionics Technologies May 1991 - 1992
Mattel Toys (HK) September 1989 - May 1991
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Electro-mechanical, Sheet Metal, Project Management, Team Building, Project Planning, Electronics Packaging, Billing Systems, Public Relations, Solidworks, Product Design, Design for Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Engineering, FMEA, Machine Design, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Engineering Management, Injection Molding, Validation, Design Control, Design of Experiments, Pro Engineer, GD&T, Mechanical Engineering, Product Development, Solid Modeling, Finite Element Analysis, ISO 13485, Plastics, Labview, R&D, Machining, Root Cause Analysis, Design for Assembly, Minitab, Biomedical Engineering, FDA, Design Engineering, DMAIC, V&V, Geometric Dimensioning
Education
British Columbia Institute of Technology 1991 — 1992
Diploma, Electronics
University of Alberta 1986 — 1989
BSC, Mechanical Engineering
Meredith April 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby July 2011 - April 2013
Skills
Typography, Packaging, Illustration, Corporate Identity, Posters
Education
Iowa State University 2007 — 2011
BFA, Graphic Design
Sandvik Mining and Construction September 2015 - Present
Fram Filtration October 2012 - September 2015
Champion Laboratories May 2011 - October 2012
Champion Laboratories June 2010 - May 2011
OCE North America, Inc August 2005 - April 2009
Hobbico April 2005 - August 2005
Vesuvius USA February 2004 - April 2005
Horizon Hobby July 2002 - September 2003
Advance Truck Service, Inc July 2001 - June 2002
International Greetings USA March 2000 - July 2001
Skills
Logistics, Distribution, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing Management, Global Sourcing, Inventory Management, Negotiation, Global Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Transportation, Trucking, Truckload, LTL, Microsoft Office, JD Edwards, BPCS, Packaging, Paper Industry, Strategic Sourcing, Materials Management, Purchasing, Manufacturing, Procurement, MRP, Supply Chain, ISO, PPAP, TS16949, Automotive Aftermarket, JDE One World, Lotus Notes, Warehousing, Inventory Control, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Management, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Kaizen, Automotive, Management, Product Development, Pricing, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., 5S, Purchase Management, Six Sigma, Supplier Development
Education
Institute for Supply Management
CPSM
Eastern Illinois University
Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
Parkland College
AAS Management
Rantoul High School
Rochville University
BA, Management
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Business Administration and Management, General
Horizon Hobby 2007 - Present
Jason Lindsey Photography March 2013 - July 2013
Sports Publishing LLC May 2007 - September 2007
University of Illinois Extension Web Development Office January 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Photography, Packaging, Typography, Layout, Graphics, Photoshop, Copywriting, Digital Photography, After Effects, Motion Graphics, Creative Strategy, Flash, Posters, Lightroom, Brochures, Final Cut Pro, Collateral, Corporate Identity, Logo Design, Illustration, Advertising, QuarkXPress, Adobe Acrobat, Image Editing, Branding & Identity, InDesign, Online Advertising, Creative Direction
Education
Millikin University 1999 — 2003
BFA, photography & Graphic Design
Horizon Hobby January 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby April 2008 - January 2013
Skills
Forecasting, Inventory Management, JD Edwards, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, New Business Development, Process Improvement, Product Development, Purchasing, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Education
Parkland College 2012 — 2014
business management, Business Administration and Management, General
Aurora University 2003 — 2004
Business/Managerial Economics
Frontier Communications Inc November 2010 - Present
MetriTech, Inc May 2007 - November 2009
Horizon Hobby Inc October 2005 - March 2007
Horizon Hobby April 2002 - September 2005
Amdocs February 1998 - April 2002
Segno Communications, Inc October 1994 - September 1998
Central States Communications October 1978 - October 1994
Skills
Telecommunications, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Program Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, Business Process, Business Development, Wireless, Managed Services, Business Analysis, VoIP, Direct Sales, Unified Communications, Telephony, MPLS, Leadership, Networking, SIP, Ethernet, Call Centers, Avaya, Broadband, IP, SIP Trunking, WAN, DSL, Salesforce.com, CRM, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Management, Outsourcing, Billing Systems, Team Leadership, Metro Ethernet, LAN-WAN, B2B, T1, Integration, Solution Selling, Enterprise Software, Cloud Computing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1992 — 1994
MBA
Illinois State University 1972 — 1974
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.)
University of Illinois December 2005 - Present
Waterworks Audio January 1997 - Present
Horizon Hobby 2003 - 2005
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1990 — 1993
Master's Degree, Computer Science
Bowling Green State University
Bachelor's Degree, Biology/Psychology
Wolfram Research April 2013 - Present
LoveClark and Associates May 2006 - Present
Hobby Lobby International March 2012 - October 2013
Hobby Lobby International May 2011 - March 2012
Hobby Lobby International August 2009 - May 2011
Horizon Hobby 2004 - 2006
Horizon Hobby 1994 - 2004
Skills
Social Media, E-commerce, Retail, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Sales, Public Speaking, Product Development, Team Leadership, Project Management, Event Planning, Email Marketing, Budgets, Customer Service, SEO, Coaching, Online Advertising, Microsoft Office, Management, Program Management, B2B, Sales Management, New Business Development, Brand Management, Press Releases, Human Resources, Marketing, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, Public Relations, Business Development, Account Management, Product Marketing, Strategy, Networking
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2008 — 2009
Master of Science and Technology, Training and Development, Social Media, Distance Learning, Networking, Biometric Security
Central Missouri State University 1976 — 1978
Bachelor of Arts, French and History
Firelands Group January 2011 - Present
Wolfram Research January 2008 - Present
Horizon Hobby June 2003 - January 2008
Scitec 2002 - 2003
Skills
Mathematica, International Sales, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, SaaS, Technical Writing, Email Marketing, Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Account Management, Product Management, SugarCRM, Solution Selling, Management, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Marketing Communications, Business Strategy
Education
The University of Freiburg 2000 — 2002
BA, German and English Literature
Millikin University 1999 — 2000
University of Cologne 1999 — 1999
German, German
Lincoln College 1996 — 1998
AA, Fine Arts
Rochester High School 1994 — 1996
HS Diploma, General
Complete Presence, Inc. Director of ITFreije Treatment Systems
Quest Information Systems August 2005 - August 2007
ADESA September 2000 - September 2003
Horizon Hobby May 1999 - September 2000
Schumacher Electric Corp. June 1995 - May 1999
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, Database Design, Strategic Planning, T-SQL, ASP.NET, .NET, VB.NET, SSRS, TFS, Network Administration, C#, Leadership, Business Intelligence, Active Directory, Visual Studio, SSIS, Web Services, Visual Basic, Data Modeling, Web Applications, ASP.NET MVC, Database Administration, SOAP, Software Development, SQL, XML, SDLC
Education
Illinois State University 1996 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science
Danville Area Community College 1994 — 1996
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Science
Horizon Hobby October 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby November 2011 - October 2013
Horizon Hobby October 2008 - October 2011
Horizon Hobby July 2002 - October 2008
Amdocs September 1999 - May 2002
Motorola 1999 - 2002
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Software Project..., SDLC, Vendor Management, Product Management, Program Management, Process Improvement, Business Process, Project Management, Business Analysis, Quality Assurance, Product Development, ERP, Change Management, Team Leadership, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain Management, Strategy, Business Intelligence, Integration, IT Strategy, Visio, E-commerce, PMP
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 2000 — 2002
Master of Business Administration (MBA), eCommerce
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1994 — 1996
BS, Management Information Systems
Lawrenceville
Horizon Hobby 2008 - Present
Sony Entertainment Distribution 2006 - 2007
Dollar Tree Stores 2000 - 2006
Technicolor 1997 - 1998
Heublein / IDV 1996 - 1997
Kmart Corporation 1987 - 1995
Skills
Warehouse Management, Management, Warehousing, Logistics, Inventory Management, Packaging, Supply Chain Management, Leadership, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Start-ups, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, Continuous Improvement, Purchasing, Team Building
Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Business Management/Marketing
Horizon Hobby 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby 2009 - 2015
Horizon Hobby 2007 - 2009
Horizon Hobby 2006 - 2007
Horizon Hobby 2003 - 2006
Horizon Hobby 2000 - 2003
Horizon Hobby 1999 - 2000
Horizon Hobby 1997 - 1999
Fresno Bible House 1995 - 1996
Skills
Advertising, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Brand Development, Social Media, Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Social Networking, Management, Leadership, Newsletters, Press Releases, Sales, Facebook, Blogging, Marketing Management, Creative Direction, Trade Shows, Packaging, Brand Management, Product Marketing
Education
California State University, Fresno 1989 — 1993
Nestle Purina June 2010 - Present
Horizon Hobby August 2008 - May 2010
Nestle Purina May 2009 - August 2009
Horizon Hobby July 2006 - August 2008
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2010
MBA, Marketing
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 2008 — 2010
MBA, Marketing
Butler University - College of Business Administration 2004 — 2006
Alteryx, Inc. September 2014 - Present
MongoDB (formerly 10gen) May 2013 - May 2015
Datu Health August 2013 - August 2014
Markit on Demand June 2011 - August 2013
Markit on Demand (previously Wall Street on Demand) April 2009 - June 2011
Wall Street On Demand September 2007 - April 2009
ASTECH InterMedia March 2006 - September 2007
Horizon Hobby 2002 - 2003
Hewlett Packard February 1998 - August 1998
Skills
MongoDB, Hadoop, Cassandra, NoSQL, Big Data, T-SQL, SQL, Databases, Microsoft SQL Server, Data Warehousing, JSON, Git, SSIS, SSRS
Education
Arapahoe Community College 1987 — 1987
No Degree, Computer Science
Jimmy John's Franchise, LLC August 2007 - Present
Horizon Hobby February 2000 - August 2007
Skills
Strategic Planning, Social Media, Event Planning, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Marketing, Advertising, Event Management, Press Releases, Brand Development
Education
Illinois State University 1979 — 1983
Horizon Hobby April 2007 - Present
Daddios January 2002 - Present
Horizon Hobby September 2003 - April 2007
Afni September 2000 - July 2003
Skills
CSS, Web Development, WordPress, HTML, Social Media, XHTML, Web Design, Photoshop, Live Sound, Marketing, jQuery, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, HTML 5, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel, OS X, JavaScript, XML, User Interface Design, User Experience, Online Marketing, Microsoft Word, Facebook, E-commerce, SEO, Email Marketing, Drupal, Blogging, Less/CSS, Twitter Bootstap, PHP, Word, Excel
Education
Parkland College 2006 — 2009
Web Design and Development
Illinois State University 1989 — 1991
General
Diagraph MSP, an ITW Company May 2011 - Present
Diagraph MSP, an ITW Company October 2007 - May 2011
Horizon Hobby March 2004 - July 2007
Skills
Analytic Problem Solving, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Strategy, Personnel Management, Forecasting, Communication, Manage Client..., Lean Manufacturing, Analysis, Cross Functional Team..., Manufacturing, Strategic Sourcing, Microsoft Excel, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning
Education
Mid-Continent University 2009 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Texas Tech University 1997 — 2000
History
NBPR & NN Design January 1997 - Present
Psycray Corp February 2015 - April 2015
Dr. G's BrainWorks Brain Fitness Store & More August 2013 - September 2014
Horizon Hobby 2004 - 2009
Skills
Public Relations, Press Releases, Advertising, Photography, Graphic Design, Event Management, Management, Publishing, Layout, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Publications
Education
Colorado State University 1986 — 1990
BA, Public Relations/Technical Journalism, Business and minor in English
Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County August 2009 - Present
Horizon Hobby, Inc March 1989 - March 2009
Horizon Hobby July 2008 - February 2009
Horizon Hobby 2003 - July 2008
Horizon Hobby 1999 - 2003
Education
Lynchburg College 1980 — 1982
Master's, Business Administration
Lynchburg College 1978 — 1981
Bacholer's, Business Administration
Berry Direct December 2011 - Present
ACT Distribuiton February 2010 - October 2011
Horizon Hobby November 2007 - January 2009
Geometric Solutions March 2003 - November 2007
Hazelton Distribution November 1988 - March 2003
Skills
Logistics, Management, Warehousing, Budgets, Warehouse Management, Supply Management, Human Resources, Customer Service, 3PL, Distribution Center..., Facilities Management, Policy, Supply Chain Management, Proposal Writing, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1985 — 1987
Kelly Graves Design, LLC 2005 - Present
Taylor Studios October 2010 - November 2013
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2010 - October 2010
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign April 2010 - July 2010
Horizon Hobby 2006 - 2009
Urbana Park District 2004 - 2006
Skills
Exhibit Graphics, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Branding & Identity, Graphics, Publications, Illustration, Creative Direction, Layout, Catalogs, Packaging, Breakdance, Logo Design, Brochures, Art Direction, Brand Development, Advertising, Posters, Visual Communication, Flyers, Photography, Copywriting, Newsletters, Exhibit Design, Invitations, Direct Mail, Marketing, Business Cards, Corporate Identity, Concept Development, Art, Mac, Pre-press, Environmental Graphics
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Art, Graphic Design
Parkland College 1999 — 2001
Associates in Art, Art
Horizon Hobby July 1998 - Present
Arthur Andersen & Co. September 1995 - May 1998
Sycamore Child Care November 1992 - September 1995
Arthur Andersen & Co. October 1989 - May 1992
Skills
Onboarding, HR Policies, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Employee Relations, FMLA, Employee Training, Human Resources, Recruiting, Training, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Conflict Resolution, Personnel Management, Employee Engagement, Coaching, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, College Recruiting, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Hiring, Workforce Planning, Team Building, Talent Acquisition, Employment Law, Interviews, Applicant Tracking..., Payroll, Succession Planning, New Hire Orientations, Sourcing, Employee Handbooks, Talent Management, Leadership, Temporary Placement, Career Development, Management, Compensation & Benefit, Administration
Education
Northern Illinois University 1983 — 1984
Bachelors, Business Administration
Aurora Central Catholic
Northwestern University March 2014 - Present
venture dairy January 2014 - March 2014
venture dairy January 2012 - December 2013
venture dairy January 2012 - December 2013
Milk Specialties Company August 2011 - December 2011
University of Illinois College of Law January 2011 - May 2011
Office of Technology Management - University of Illinois 2010 - May 2011
Horizon Hobby June 2010 - January 2011
University of Illinois, Office of Technology Management 2009 - 2010
Asgrow Seed Company March 1997 - July 2000
Skills
Agriculture, Dairy Science, Legal Support, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Non-profits, Intellectual Property, Legal Assistance, Commercialization, Trademarks
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2008 — 2011
JD
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2002 — 2008
PhD, Animal Science
Iowa State University 2000 — 2002
MS, Nutrition
Iowa State University 1994 — 1998
BS, Dairy Science
Human Kinetics 2008 - Present
Cloog Media 2008 - Present
Horizon Hobby 2007 - 2008
Skills
Web Design, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, Illustration, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Illustrator, Layout, Advertising, Photography, Logo Design, InDesign, CSS, Brochures, HTML, User Interface Design, Fine Art, Web Development, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Brand Development, Publishing, Posters, Adobe Edge Animate, Flash Animation, SEO
Education
Jacksonville University 1984 — 1986
BFA, Graphic Design/Commercial Art
Horizon Hobby July 2015 - Present
Horizon Hobby May 2011 - July 2015
Horizon Hobby January 2010 - May 2011
Comcast Cable August 2005 - December 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Team Building, Sales, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, New Business Development, Social Media, Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Coaching, Negotiation, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership
Education
Illinois State University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication/Political Science
Parkland College 2000 — 2000
Associate's degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies
Apple July 2015 - Present
Self-Employed June 1995 - Present
Horizon Hobby June 2010 - June 2015
Horizon Hobby, Inc May 2005 - June 2015
Horizon Hobby Inc January 2009 - June 2010
Horizon Hobby September 2006 - January 2009
Horizon Hobby June 2004 - September 2006
Bass Pro Shops November 2001 - August 2002
TI Automotive March 2002 - May 2002
Roush Industries September 1999 - July 2001
Skills
Management, Engineering, Sales, Automotive, Technical Writing, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Project Management, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Adobe Creative Suite, Cross-functional Team..., Copywriting, Social Media, Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Brand Development
Education
Texas Tech University 2011 — 2013
B.A., University Studies, Technical Communications, Wind Energy
Parkland College
A.A.S, Accounting
Kettering University 1998 — 2002
Mechanical Engineering
Horizon Hobby September 2006 - Present
Circuit City 2005 - 2006
Burgett Aviation 1998 - 2000
Skills
Trade Shows, Sales Operations, Promotions, Account Management, Inventory Management
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2000 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Management
Danville Area Community College 1997 — 2000
Associate of Science (AS), Business
Horizon Hobby July 2010 - October 2012
Skills
Project Management, Engineering, Microsoft Office, CAD, Solidworks, Product Development, AutoCAD, Product Design, Engineering Management, Data Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., SolidWorks, Testing, Manufacturing, Leadership, Matlab
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 2008 — 2010
Master of Science (MS), Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Aerospace, Aeronautical and Astronautical Engineering
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Philosophy
Hanson & Associates, Ltd. November 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby December 2012 - December 2013
Brown & James, P.C. April 2012 - December 2012
Horizon Hobby September 2011 - April 2012
Horizon Hobby November 2010 - June 2011
Office of the State Appellate Defender June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Writing, Intellectual Property, Research, Microsoft Office, Legal Research, Analysis, Patents, Public Speaking, Editing, Corporate Law, Contract Negotiation, Litigation, Real Estate, Problem Solving, Negotiation, Licensing, Legal Writing, Trademark Infringement, Patent Analysis, LEED AP, Real Estate Transactions, Legal Advice, Civil Litigation, Insurance Law, Subrogation, Defense Litigation, General Liability..., Trademarks, Microsoft Technologies, Cloud Computing, Windows Server, Data Center, Group Policy, Operating Systems, Virtualization, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Desktop..., Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange, Policy
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 2008 — 2011
J.D. (cum laude)
Marquette University 2004 — 2006
B.S., Biolgical Sciences (Magna cum laude)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2012 - Present
Ludlow Grade School - Rantoul, IL October 2011 - May 2012
Carrie Busey Elementary School January 2011 - May 2011
Horizon Hobby 2003 - 2008
Skills
Teaching, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Design, Tutoring, Classroom Management, Curriculum Development, Classroom, Elementary Education, Differentiated..., Educational Technology, Special Education, Literacy
Education
Millikin University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Elementary Education and Teaching
Northern Illinois University 2002 — 2003
Horizon Hobby May 2006 - Present
Greenville College August 2005 - May 2006
Skills
XML, HTML, jQuery, JavaScript, HTML 5
Education
Greenville College 2004 — 2006
B.S., Digital Media
Silgan White Cap Americas July 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby March 2010 - July 2013
Advanced Filtration Systems Inc. August 1998 - December 2008
ACH Foods July 1996 - August 1998
American Software & Hardware Distributors March 1995 - July 1996
Publication Services June 1992 - March 1995
Skills
Compliance, Claims, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Outlook, Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Administration, Workers Compensation, Safety Management, Employee Relations, Compensation, Safety Leadership, Coaching, Ergonomics, Behavior Based Safety, Investigations, Deferred Compensation, Training, Benefits Administration, Recruiting, Employee Benefits, FMLA, Human Resources
Education
Illinois State University 1989 — 1991
B.S., Human Resources/Business
Cobalt Digital November 2014 - Present
Cobalt Digital February 2013 - November 2014
Horizon Hobby January 2012 - February 2013
Toshiba Medical Research Institute USA, Inc. (TMRU) January 2007 - January 2012
Northrop Grumman Corporation 2001 - 2007
Skills
Embedded Systems, FPGA, ASIC, PCB design
Education
Bradley University 1997 — 2001
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
Horizon Hobby March 2008 - Present
Skills
•PIT ( Fork Lift )..., •Adult CPR ,AED and..., Bilingual, English and..., Computer skills..., Expert in WMS / Red..., •Advance supervisory...
Education
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Chaffey College 2002 — 2004
Horizon Hobby January 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby November 2007 - January 2013
Real Estate Appraiser November 2005 - November 2007
Sam's Club August 1999 - November 2005
Skills
Inventory Control, Warehouse Management, Warehousing, Management, Inventory Management, Distribution Center..., Budgets, Training
Education
Chaffey College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies
Horizon Hobby June 2012 - Present
Hoopeston Area High School May 2011 - August 2011
Hoopeston Area High School May 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Teamwork, Learning Quickly, Timely Execution, People Skills, Self Learning, Microsoft Office, Databases, Access Database, QuickBase, Database Design, Visio, Microsoft Certified..., Visual Studio, Computer Maintenance
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Business Information Systems
Habitat for Humanity International August 2011 - Present
Habitat for Humanity of Champaign County August 2009 - August 2011
Horizon Hobby 1989 - 2009
Skills
Change Management, Salesforce.com, Operational Excellence, Cross-functional Team..., Contact Center..., Non-profit Leadership, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Windows, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Program Development, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Leadership, Event Planning, Community Development, Personnel Management, Customer Service..., Organizational..., Strategy, Business Process..., Organizational..., Staff Development
Education
Villanova University 2009 — 2009
Six Sigma Green Belt
Lynchburg College 1982 — 1983
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Lynchburg College 1979 — 1982
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Lafayette HS, Williamsburg, VA 1974 — 1978
High School
Horizon Hobby October 2013 - Present
Horizon Hobby June 2007 - October 2013
Horizon Hobby June 2004 - June 2007
Education
Parkland College 2012 — 2013
Leadership Certificate
Heartland Community College
Horizon Hobby 2007 - 2014
Walmart February 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Power Equipment, Inventory Control, Recieving, Stock Picking, Pick & Pack
Education
Eastern Illinois University
Bachelor's degree, Music Theory and Composition