Kansas Department of Commerce
Industry: Government department
DescriptionThe Kansas Department of Commerce is a department of the government of Kansas under the Governor of Kansas. As the state's lead economic development agency, it is responsible for business recruitment and expansion, as well as workforce development. Headquarters: Topeka, KS Annual budget: 147.7 million USD
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Kansas Department of Commerce Employees
Frontier Farm Credit June 2004 - Present
Kansas Farm Bureau 2001 - 2004
Kansas Association of Wheat Growers 2000 - 2001
Kansas Department of Commerce 1997 - 2000
Kansas Grain & Feed Association/Kansas AgriBusiness Retailers Association 1991 - 1992
Skills
Economic Development, Public Relations, Marketing, Agriculture, Speech Writing, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Team Building, Public Policy, Internal Communications, Media Relations, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Strategic Communications, Government, Agribusiness, Leadership, Banking, Press Releases, Social Media, Community Development, Advertising, Crisis Communications, Corporate Communications, Community Outreach, Budgets, Marketing Communications, Financial Analysis, Public Affairs, Risk Management, Editing, Newsletters, Spokesperson, Communication Training, Grassroots Organizing, Message Development, Copywriting, Political Campaigns, Reputation Management, Corporate Social..., Politics, Event Planning, Email Marketing, Volunteer Management, Philanthropy, Blogging, Publicity
Education
Kansas State University 1990 — 1995
B.S., Animal Agriculture, Journalism, Ag Economics, Political Science
Kansas Department of Commerce January 2013 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2012 - January 2013
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2011 - July 2012
Bank of America October 2007 - July 2011
Bank of America July 2006 - October 2007
State Farm Insurance Company September 2004 - March 2006
IBM National Deployment Support Center August 2002 - September 2004
Skills
Case Managment, Workforce Development, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Resume Writing, Job Coaching, Volunteer Management, Economic Development, Mock Interviews, Fundraising, Job Search Strategies, Career Counseling, Customer Service, Workshop Facilitation, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Management, Interviews, Training, Case Management, Interview Preparation, Conflict Resolution
Education
Clark Atlanta University
Fort Hays State University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Washington State University
Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas September 2013 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2013 - September 2013
Kansas Department of Commerce February 2012 - March 2013
Heartland Works Inc August 2010 - February 2012
Spin City June 2010 - December 2010
Whiskey Creek May 2009 - August 2010
Meadowlark Hills October 2009 - May 2010
Kansas State Housing Dining August 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Public Speaking, Event Planning, Customer Service, Fundraising, Research, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Resume Writing, PowerPoint, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Workshop Facilitation, Case Managment, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Community Outreach, Marketing, Organizational..., Event Management, Workforce Development, Training, Job Coaching, Program Management, Job Search Strategies, Interviews, Career Development, Employer Engagement, Job Search, Coaching, Job Fairs, Employee Benefits, Leadership Development, Personnel Management, Career Counseling, Management, Conflict Resolution, Recruiting, Interview Preparation
Education
Ashford University Online 2010 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), Organizational Management
The Filippin InstitutePaderno del 2010 — 2010
Kansas State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Human Resources Management and Services
Winfield High School 2002 — 2006
SendOutCards August 2008 - Present
Century 21 Lantis & Associates 1990 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce April 1993 - February 1994
Skills
Residential Homes, Sales, Foreclosures, Referrals, Management, Small Business, Sellers, Investment Properties, Customer Satisfaction, First Time Home Buyers, Real Estate, Training, Selling, Sales Management, Investors, Seniors, Real Property, ABR, Relocation, REO, Listings
Education
The University of Kansas 1967 — 1968
Aerospace Engineering
Kansas Department of Commerce September 2006 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2005 - September 2006
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2004 - August 2005
Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka June 2001 - June 2004
Midland Loan Services, Inc. June 1999 - June 2001
Skills
Project Planning, Operations Management, Teamwork, Process Improvement, Grant Administration, Non-profit Volunteer, Customer Service, Analytical Processes, Train Staff, Public Speaking, Program Management, Project Management, Account Management
Education
Washburn University 2004 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.6 out of a 4.0 scale
Kansas State University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Family Studies and Human Services, Family Financial Planning
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs January 2015 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2013 - January 2015
Kansas Department of Commerce December 2012 - June 2013
US Army August 2011 - November 2012
United States Army January 2007 - August 2012
United States Army June 2003 - December 2006
United States Army April 2000 - May 2003
Skills
Army, Military Operations, Security Clearance, Military Experience, Military, Operational Planning, Force Protection, Organizational..., Government, Security, Leadership, Leadership Development, Training, Public Speaking, Project Management, Customer Service, National Security, DoD, Defense, Command, Information Assurance, Weapons, Instructor-led Training, Intelligence Analysis, Military Logistics, Special Operations, Top Secret, Government Contracting, Tactics, Counterterrorism, Military Liaison, Combat, Interagency Coordination
Education
Webster University 2012 — 2014
MA, Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
Northern Illinois University 1983 — 1987
BS, Music Performance/Education
U.S. Department of Labor October 2014 - Present
U.S. Department of Labor March 2012 - October 2014
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2008 - March 2012
TAG-The Arnold Group March 2005 - May 2008
Barton Community College June 2004 - December 2005
United States Marine Corps February 2000 - June 2004
Skills
Resume Writing, Teaching, Staff Training, Resource Development, Microsoft Office, Hiring, Case Management, Organizational..., Military, Recruiting, Case Managment, Human Resources, Military Experience, Workshop Facilitation, Federal Employment Law, USERRA, Federal Grants..., Veterans Benefits
Education
Washburn University 2015 — 2015
Lean Six Sigma, Yellow Belt
Newman University 2010 — 2011
Master of Education, Curriculum & Instruction—Accountability, 4.0
Friends University 2005 — 2008
BS, Computer Technology, 3.69
Barton County Community College 2004 — 2005
A. S., Computer Science, 3.67
Great Bend High School 1998 — 1999
Diploma
Ellinwood 1988 — 1996
Musco Lighting June 2010 - Present
Iowa Sister States May 2012 - Present
Iowa Commission of Asian and Pacific Islander Affairs May 2012 - Present
City of Muscatine, Iowa November 2012 - Present
Chinese Association of Iowa January 2012 - December 2014
Proliant Meat Ingredients, Inc June 2009 - June 2010
Almi International February 2009 - May 2009
Stork Townsend Inc January 2001 - January 2009
Kansas Department of Commerce November 1996 - December 2000
BlueCross BlueShield of Iowa December 1993 - November 1996
Skills
Management, Forecasting, Networking, Financial Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Business Development, New Business Development, International Business, Sales, International Sales, Sales Management, Product Development, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Marketing, Team Building, Business Strategy, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Account Management, Engineering, Leadership
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1991 — 1993
MBA, Accounting Information Systems
Northeast Normal University 1981 — 1988
MA and BA, English Education and Linguistics
Northern River Technology School, Jilin, China 1977 — 1979
Associate, Electrical Engineering
Kansas Department of Commerce May 1983 - Present
Skills
Resume Writing, Programme Delivery, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Government, Community Outreach, Program Development, Community Development, Nonprofits, Policy, Grant Writing, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Career Development, Leadership, Program Management, Grants, Organizational..., Workshop Facilitation, Career Counseling, Conflict Resolution, Training, Volunteer Management, Public Policy, Policy Analysis
Education
Kansas State University 1975 — 1977
BS
Bombardier Aerospace May 2014 - March 2015
Bombardier Flight Test Center June 2007 - May 2014
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2006 - June 2007
Health Careers Coalition (HCC) August 2002 - March 2006
University of Kansas School of Medicine October 2000 - August 2002
Skills
Aviation, Aircraft, Aerospace, Flight Test, Leadership Development, Aircraft Design, Systems Engineering, Aeronautics, Engineering Management, Catia, Continuous Improvement, Six Sigma, Avionics, Process Improvement, Leadership, Program Management
Education
Kansas State University 2003 — 2005
Master of Science, Adult, Occupational & Continuing Ed, 4.0
Friends University 1998 — 2000
Master of Science, Management, 4.0
Friends University 1994 — 1996
Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Management (Organizational Management & Leadership)
Kansas Department of Commerce
Skills
Resume Writing, Policy, Case Management, Government, Leadership, Leadership Development, Program Development, Organizational..., Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Teaching, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits
Education
Emporia State University 1994 — 1996
Master's Degree, Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor, 3.5
University of Oklahoma 1984 — 1987
Bachelor's Degree, History
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2013 - Present
US Army June 2009 - April 2013
Norfolk Iron and Metal Co. June 2007 - June 2009
Skills
Mathematics, Weapons Training, Case Managment, Hazardous Material..., Hazmat Operations, Hazardous Waste..., Military
Education
Flint Hills Technical College 2007 — 2008
Associate's degree
Butler County Community College 2003 — 2004
Associate's degree
Topeka Unified School District August 2013 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2005 - September 2012
Skills
Advertising, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Marketing, Copywriting, Event Management, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Web Design, Social Networking, Press Releases
Education
Kansas State University 1969 — 1973
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Art Education
American Health Care Association January 2011 - Present
Kansas Governor Mark Parkinson April 2009 - January 2011
Kansas Governor Kathleen Sebelius February 2009 - April 2009
Kansas Department of Commerce April 2006 - January 2009
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2005 - April 2006
Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services January 2004 - August 2005
Kansas Department of Commerce 2001 - 2004
Skills
Government, Policy, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis, Program Management, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Economic Development, Strategy, Budgets, Leadership, Management, Project Management
Education
Washburn University School of Law 1994 — 1997
JD
Kansas State University 1990 — 1994
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2011 - Present
Kansas Department of Corrections May 2005 - July 2010
Kansas Department of Corrections December 1999 - May 2005
Skills
Workforce Development, Resume Writing, Economic Development, Job Coaching, Career Development, Organizational..., Government, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Community Development, Conflict Resolution, Non-profits, Community Partnership..., Strategic Planning, Policy, Career Counseling, Nonprofits, Staff Development, Grants, Workshop Facilitation, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Program Management, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Training, Job Search Strategies, Policy Analysis, Mock Interviews, Public Policy, Leadership, Coaching, Event Planning, Team Building, Case Management, Criminal Justice, Public Relations
Education
Emporia State University 1995 — 1997
Master of Science (M.S.), Clinical Psychology
Emporia State University 1991 — 1993
Master of Science (MS), Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
Southern Arkansas University 1988 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology, Summa Cum Laude
University of Kansas June 2015 - Present
University of Kansas January 2011 - June 2015
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2007 - January 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2005 - March 2007
Beaumont Enterprise May 2002 - May 2004
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Speech Writing, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Economic Development, Government Relations, Higher Education..., Marketing, Editorial, Public Affairs, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Crisis Communications, Higher Education, Press Releases, Advertising, Editing, Copy Editing, Publications, Fundraising, Community Development, Internal Communications, AP Style, Public Policy, Nonprofits, Government, Research
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's, Journalism and Political Science
University of Kansas 2004 — 2006
Master's, Political Science
Pfizer January 2009 - Present
Pfizer Pharmaceuticals March 2011 - October 2011
Pfizer March 2006 - December 2008
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2001 - March 2006
Cargill 2000 - 2001
Skills
Urology, Pharmaceutical Sales, Cardiology, Managed Care, OB/GYN, Pharmaceutical Industry, Internal Medicine, Healthcare, Hospitals, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Product Launch, Pulmonology, Sales Force Development
Education
Kansas State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Animal Science & Industry
Friends University 2008 — 2010
MBA, Business Administration
City of Wichita Kansas March 2015 - Present
Ken Evans Consulting January 2015 - March 2015
Spirit AeroSystems January 2013 - December 2014
Spirit AeroSystems September 2011 - January 2013
Spirit AeroSystems January 2008 - September 2011
Jackson County Missouri November 1998 - December 2007
NewsTV Corp/Evans & Associates May 1994 - November 1998
Hinkle Agency April 1992 - April 1994
Kansas Department of Commerce January 1991 - April 1992
WIBW-TV December 1987 - December 1990
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Communications Strategy, Media Coaching, Executive Coaching, Change Leadership, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Project Management, Social Media, Government, Team Building, Broadcast, Strategy, Video Production, Management, Policy, Editing, Change Management, Spokesperson, Video, Speech Writing, Leadership, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Public Speaking, Television, Internal Communications, Crisis Management, Storytelling, Public Affairs, Press Releases, Communication Training, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Message Development, Event Management, Communications Planning, Web Content, Video Editing, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Newsletters, Politics, Marketing Communications, Interviews, Magazines, Blogging
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Journalism, Broadcast Journalism
Kansas State University 1983 — 1985
Radio/TV
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Kansas City February 2013 - Present
Education Realty Trust June 2010 - February 2013
Student Union Activities- KU August 2008 - December 2012
ABC Entertainment June 2010 - May 2012
Kansas Althetics August 2011 - January 2012
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2011 - December 2011
Xena Productions June 2011 - August 2011
Applebee's June 2008 - March 2010
Skills
AP Style, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Event Planning, Promotions, InDesign, Marketing, Social Media, Experiential Events
Education
University of Kansas 2008 — 2012
Journalism, Strategic Communication, Leadership Studies, Psychology
City of Junction City July 2015 - Present
Advanced Call Center Technologies, LLC April 2015 - July 2015
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs February 2015 - March 2015
U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs August 2014 - February 2015
Leiszler Oil Company February 2014 - April 2014
Kansas Department of Commerce January 2012 - February 2014
US Army January 2005 - February 2012
Nationwide Money Services, Inc./Global Axcess Corporation January 2000 - January 2005
Skills
Training, Government, Leadership Development, Military, Team Building, Leadership, Management, Military Experience, Policy, Government Contracting, Program Management, Microsoft Office, Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution, Team Leadership, National Security, Project Planning, Personnel Management, Outlook, Project Management, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Wine Tours
Education
Kansas State University 2012 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Social Sciences, 3.2
University of the Incarnate 2005 — 2008
2008Associates, General Studies
Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas January 2012 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2011 - December 2011
Mental Health Association of South Central Kansas July 2010 - July 2011
Kansas Children's Service League September 2001 - July 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Data Entry, Non-profits, Customer Service, Research
Education
Friends University 2005 — 2007
Bachelor Studies, Psychology
Kansas Department of Commerce September 2005 - Present
Pizza Hut, Inc. 1986 - 2005
Skills
Public Speaking, Non-profits, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Workshop Facilitation, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Resume Writing, Policy, Interviews, Advertising, Budgets, Public Relations, Program Development, Human Resources, Microsoft Word, Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Policy Analysis, Coaching, Leadership, Team Building, Career Counseling, Program Management
Education
Kansas State University 1973 — 1977
Physical Education / Photojournalism
Butler County Community College
Associates, Journalism
Smithfield Foods April 2015 - Present
John Morrell Food Group March 2013 - April 2015
John Morrell Food Group October 2011 - March 2013
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2009 - October 2011
Kansas State University 2006 - 2009
Skills
Human Resources, Employee Relations, Personnel Management, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Office, Recruiting, Food, Microsoft Word, Onboarding
Education
Kansas State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Human Resources Management; minor in Leadership Studies
Rainy Day Magic, LLC September 2012 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce September 2005 - September 2012
Silverlake Bank July 2005 - August 2005
Greggnet.com October 2004 - June 2005
Security Benefit Group, Inc. September 1991 - September 2004
NERCO Oil and Gas, Inc. - Subsidiary of NERCO, Inc. September 1990 - September 1991
Spectrum Technology, Inc - Subsidiary of NERCO, Inc. September 1988 - August 1990
NERCO, Inc. - Subsidiary of Pacific Power Corp. August 1981 - September 1988
Rocky Mountain Energy, Inc. - Subsidiary of Union Pacific Corp. April 1980 - July 1981
Upland Industries, Inc - Subsidiary of Union Pacific Corp. January 1974 - March 1980
Skills
Technology Management, Information Management, Networking, Information Security, Research, XML, Software Development, Leadership Development, Software Project..., E-commerce, Process Improvement, SOA, C#, Database Design, Team Building, Training, SQL, Government, Cloud Computing, Team Leadership, Architecture, SharePoint, HTML, Computer Security, Economic Development, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Software, SDLC, Data Center, Project Management, Network Security, Data Warehousing, IT Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Project Planning, Program Management, Business Analysis, Windows Server, Strategic Planning, Systems Analysis, Windows, Leadership, Business Development, CRM, Change Management, IT Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Social Networking, Security, Active Directory
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1976 — 1978
Graduate Courses toward Masters, Economics, Remote Sensing, Computer Science
Kansas State University 1973 — 1975
BS, Econometric Modeling, Computer Science
Shawnee Mission South High School 1966 — 1969
High School Graduate
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2010 - Present
Kansas State Board of Healing Arts December 2009 - March 2010
Missouri Board of Registration for the Healing Arts January 2000 - October 2009
Skills
Program Facilitation, Research, Conflict Resolution, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Resume Writing, Report Writing, Data Entry, Listening Skills, Interview Preparation, Interviewing, Perceptive, Writing Skills, Customer Insight, Job Coaching, Interviews, Government, Job Fairs, Workshop Facilitation, Job Search Strategies, Community Outreach, Workforce Development, Public Policy, Workshop Development, Time Management, Mock Interviews, Human Resources, Training, Program Development, Mediation, Policy, Newsletters
Education
Blackstone Career Institute 2006 — 2007
Associates, Legal Assistant/Paralegal, 3.98
Everett Community College 1993 — 1995
Associates, Anthropology / Philosophy, 3.6
Kansas State University July 2011 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2007 - July 2011
The Library of Congress February 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Event Planning, Program Development, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Student Affairs, Resume Writing, Nonprofits, Student Development, Fundraising, Leadership Development, Leadership, Higher Education, Conflict Resolution, Career Counseling, Staff Development, Volunteer Management
Education
Kansas State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's, Human Resources
The Arnold Group July 2011 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2014 - February 2015
T-Mobile July 2013 - March 2014
kgb USA February 2009 - July 2011
kgb USA June 2006 - February 2009
kgb USA February 2006 - June 2006
Skills
Recruiting, Employee Relations, Onboarding, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Hiring, Technical Recruiting, HR Consulting, Performance Management, Deferred Compensation, Screening, Talent Acquisition, Leadership Development, Employee Handbooks, Applicant Tracking..., Job Fairs, Temporary Staffing, Staffing Services, Employment Law, Employer Branding, Contract Recruitment, Personnel Management, Leadership, Interviews, Office Management, Employee Benefits, Organizational..., Payroll, Data Entry, Employee Training, Management, FMLA, Customer Service, Succession Planning, Sourcing, Training, Coaching, Call Center, Human Resources, Talent Management, Microsoft Excel, Employee Engagement, Conflict Resolution, Workforce Planning, Labor Relations, Resume Writing, Outlook, College Recruiting, PeopleSoft, Temporary Placement
Education
Butler Community College 2009 — 2012
N/A, Marketing and Management
Wichita State University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Human Resource Management, Junior
Bayer Healthcare July 2012 - Present
State It, LLC February 2011 - Present
College Coaches Network February 2007 - January 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce 1994 - 2007
Skills
HTML 5, JavaScript, CSS3, jQuery, Wordpress, PHP, C#, Microsoft SQL Server, Photoshop, Illustrator, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Responsive Design, MySQL, MS Project, Microsoft Office, SEO, Copywriting, Start-ups, Product Marketing, CSS, .NET, Management, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Strategy
Education
Neosho County Community College 1992 — 1993
Marketing & Economics
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2008 - Present
Department of Commerce 2008 - Present
USD 259, Wichita Schools August 1999 - March 2008
Education
Friends University 2005 — 2008
Masters, Organization Development
Cottonwood Health Alliance March 2013 - Present
Holton Community Hospital February 2010 - Present
Travelks.com March 2013 - November 2013
Holton Community Hospital February 2010 - January 2013
Kansas Department of Commerce 2006 - 2010
Kansas Legal Services 2004 - 2006
American Cancer Society 2002 - 2004
Kansas Farmers Union 2001 - 2003
Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Social Media, Customer Service, Relationship Management, Risk Management, Quality Reporting, Community Outreach, Government, Policy, Team Leadership, Community Development, Project Planning, Grants, Leadership, Fundraising, Program Development, Nonprofits, Grant Writing
Education
Kansas State University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor's of Science, Animal Sciences
Kansas State University 1996 — 2001
BS Animal Sciences and Industry
Kansas State University - Student Financial Assistance December 2014 - Present
Kansas State University - Dept of Statistics April 2013 - December 2014
KState Veterinary Health Center July 2012 - April 2013
Salina Regional Health Center June 2011 - July 2012
Premier Pneumatics December 2007 - June 2011
Brown Mackie College April 2007 - May 2009
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2007 - December 2007
Schwan's Logistics October 1986 - July 2007
Skills
Human Resources, Management, Accounting, Budgeting, Purchasing, Payroll, Higher Education, Staff Development, Process Improvement, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Leadership, Multi-cultural team..., Team Building, PowerPoint, Policy, Microsoft Office, Interviews, Microsoft Excel, New Hire Orientations, Administration
Education
Fort Hays State University 2014 — 2017
Master Professional Studies, Concentration Human Resources
Kansas Wesleyan University 2005 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Business
University of Kansas Education, Social, & Biobehavioral Shared Service Center September 2015 - Present
Kansas Legislative Research Department October 2012 - July 2014
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2010 - October 2012
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2009 - June 2010
Mid America Regional Council May 2009 - June 2009
City of Prairie Village October 2008 - December 2008
BYU Broadcasting June 2006 - April 2008
State of Utah January 2008 - March 2008
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Administration, Grant Writing, Customer Service, Grant Administration, Research, Workforce Development, Training, Staff Development, Economic Development, Community Development, Government, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Policy, Event Planning, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Legislative Relations, Grants, Public Policy, Analysis, Community Outreach, Legislation, Data Analysis, Program Development, Budgets
Education
The University of Kansas 2015 — 2015
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, 4.0
University of Missouri-Kansas City 2014 — 2015
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, 4.0
Rockhurst University 2014 — 2014
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies, 4.0
University of Kansas 2008 — 2010
MPA, Master's in Public Administration
Brigham Young University 2002 — 2008
BA, Political Science
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2003 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2012 - Present
JPJ & Associates, Inc. January 2001 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce February 2000 - June 2003
Kansas Racing and Gaming Commission January 1997 - February 2000
Skills
Project Management, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Grant Administration, Supervisory Experience, Regulatory Requirements, Operating Budgets, Policy, Regulatory Guidelines, Economic Development, Investigation, Invoicing, Invoice Processing
Education
Kansas State University 1988 — 1991
Bachelor's degree, Criminology
Topeka West High School 1984 — 1987
High School Diploma
Kansas Department of Commerce September 2011 - May 2013
McConnell AFB September 2006 - September 2010
United States Air Force December 1985 - September 2006
Skills
Spanish-English, Personnel Management, Budget Monitoring, Program Management, Operations Management, Process Safety, Creative Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Proficient Typing Skills, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Medical Logistics, Purchasing, Military, Office Management, Translation, Compliance, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Insight, Software Documentation, Employee Training, Leadership, DoD, Career Counseling, Community Outreach, Case Management, Resume Writing, Human Resources, Job Fairs, Government, Training, Security Clearance, Leadership Development, Policy, Conflict Resolution, Interviews
Education
Friends University 2013 — 2015
Master's in Health Care Leadership
Southwestern College 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Human Resources Development
Kansas Department of Commerce October 2012 - Present
KeyBridge Technologies, Inc April 2012 - October 2012
United States Air Force January 1991 - April 2012
Skills
Active U.S. government..., Formal Army and Air..., Aerial resource..., Seasoned veteran with..., Operational Planning, Government Contracting, Security, Leadership, Aircraft, Command, Training, Afghanistan, Project Planning, Resume Writing, Defense, Veterans, Interviews, Program Management, Policy, Combat, Veterans Benefits, Job Fairs, Workforce Development, Information Assurance, Job Search, Human Resources, Job Search Strategies, Military, Government, Leadership Development
Education
Community College of the Air Force 1999 — 2000
Associated in Applied Science, Information Systems technology
Community College of the Air Force 1996 — 1999
Associated in Appled Science, Instrutor of Technology and Military Science
Verizon Wireless September 2012 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce April 2011 - August 2012
CGI Federal May 2010 - February 2011
Foot Locker January 1995 - May 2010
Coca-Cola Enterprises October 2004 - March 2006
Skills
Inventory Control, Training, Military, Interviews, Quality Control, Resume Writing, Supervisory Skills, Team Building, Management, Employee Training, Job Search, Employee Relations, Conflict Resolution, Leadership, Leadership Development, Time Management, Workshop Facilitation, Customer Service, Operations Management
Education
Friends University
BS, Business Management
National Veterans Training Institute
University of ColoradoLabor & Employment Specialist
University of ColoradoPromote Partnership Employment (PPE)
University of ColoradoTransition Assistance
Kansas Department of Commerce March 1982 - October 2012
Skills
International Trade, Economic Development, International Business, Government, Community Development, Workforce Development
Education
Kansas State University 1975 — 1977
BS, Agricultural Economics
Independent Farmer/Rancher-Stevens Farms March 2013 - Present
CTI (Concordia Tractor, Inc.) March 2012 - March 2013
Kansas Corporation Commission October 2007 - October 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce 2000 - 2007
Skills
Marketing, Program Management, Energy, Community Development, Strategic Planning
Education
Baker University 2002 — 2004
MBA
Kansas State University 1999 — 2001
MAB, Master of Agribusiness
Kansas State University 1981 — 1988
B.S., Ag Economics/Ag Mechanization
Security Benefit August 2013 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2013 - August 2013
State of Kansas, Commerce June 1999 - August 2013
Kansas Dept. of Commerce June 1999 - March 2013
Skills
Public Relations, Economic Development, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Government, Leadership, Marketing, Management, Social Media, Budgets, Community Development, Direct Marketing, Recruiting, Event Management, Market Research, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Fundraising
Education
Kansas Wesleyan University 1996 — 1998
BA, Business
United Sorghum Checkoff Program National Sorghum Producers August 2013 - Present
Kansas Big Brothers Big Sisters November 2011 - August 2013
Kennedy and Coe, LLC September 2006 - November 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce 2003 - 2006
McCurry Brothers 1992 - 2003
Kansas State University 2001 - 2002
National Cattlemen's Beef Association 1999 - 1999
Skills
Fundraising, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Community Outreach, Marketing, New Business Development, Policy, Media Relations, Social Media, Agriculture, Business Development, Public Relations, Event Planning, Philanthropy, Budgets, Volunteer Management, Research, Grant Writing, Social Media Marketing, Economic Development, Leadership Development, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Freelance Writing, Civic Engagement, Advocacy, Community Development, Nonprofits
Education
Kansas State University 2000 — 2002
M.A., Communication Studies
Kansas State University 1996 — 2000
B.S., Agricultural Communications and Journalism
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2013 - Present
Greater Wichita YMCA February 2013 - May 2013
Sedgwick County Area Educational Services Interlocal Cooperative #618 September 2010 - May 2013
Advocate Care Services, Inc. June 2011 - June 2012
Heartspring June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Teaching, Microsoft Office, Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Higher Education, English, Editing, Organizational..., Workforce Development, Leadership, Program Management, Psychology
Education
Emporia State University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Washburn University July 2012 - Present
KS Soldiers Home October 2009 - January 2011
KS Dept of Commerce April 2008 - October 2009
Kansas Department of Commerce April 2003 - April 2008
Skills
Human Resources, Training, Interviews, Program Management, Public Speaking, Employee Benefits, Office Management, Nonprofits, Policy, Administration, Time Management, Event Planning, Conflict Resolution, Operations Management, Computer networking,..., Benefits Administration, Access, PowerPoint, Fundraising, Research, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Hiring, Leadership, System Administration, Vocal coaching, Vocal Performance, Personnel Supervision, Report Writing, Computer Proficiency, Creative Writing, File Management, Document Management, Employee Training, Trade Shows, Office Administration, Confidentiality, Purchase Orders
Education
Washburn University 1982 — 2016
Currently working on degree completion, Human Services/Victim Survivor Services
Barton County Community College 1971 — 1972
Associate's degree, Music Education/Applied Voice
Phillipsburg High School
Department of Veterans Affair, Health Resource Center August 2015 - Present
Health Resource Center May 2010 - Present
Department of Veteran's Affair, Health Resource Center May 2010 - Present
Genesis10 Consulting August 2007 - December 2007
Bartlett & West May 2007 - June 2007
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2005 - May 2007
Skills
SharePoint, C#, Microsoft SQL Server, ASP.NET, IIS, JavaScript, Databases, Software Documentation, Web Services, Microsoft Office..., SharePoint Designer, Visual Studio, WCF, ASP, Powershell
Education
Washburn University
Yellow Belt, Lean Six Sigma
Washburn University 1994 — 1996
MBA, Business
Washburn University
MBA, Business
Washburn University
B.A, Economics
The George Washington University - School of Business
Certificate of Completion, Project Management
VA Learning University
Certificate of Completion, Microsoft SharePoint 2010
International Institute Of Learning
Topeka and Shawnee County Public Library January 2012 - Present
Topeka & Shawnee County Public Library June 1999 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce March 1997 - June 1999
Kansas Chamber of Commerce and Industry 1990 - 1997
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Writing, Resume Writing, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Photojournalism, Event Planning, Visual Merchandising, Editing, Non-profits, Strategic Communications, Event Management, Photography, Marketing, Copywriting, Publications, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Blogging, Creative Writing, Storytelling, AP Style, Social Networking, Digital Marketing, Journalism, Editorial, Community Outreach, Facebook, Advertising, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Corporate Communications, Publicity, WordPress, Internal Communications, Crisis Communications, Newspapers, InDesign, Speech Writing
Education
Kansas State University 1976 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Journalism
Kansas Department of Commerce September 2006 - Present
Manhattan Area Chamber of Commerce June 2002 - June 2004
Wheeler and Associates June 1997 - May 2001
Kansas Bankers Association April 1986 - May 1997
Skills
Nonprofits, Economic Development, Marketing, Workforce Development, Community Development, Fundraising, Government, Program Development, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Non-profits, Strategic Communications, Recruiting, Public Policy, Policy, Program Management, Event Planning, Employee Relations, Media Relations, Resume Writing, Grants, Workshop Facilitation, Community Outreach
Education
MidAmerica Nazarene University
B.A., Management
Washburn University
AAS, Banking
City of Key West, FL October 2013 - Present
Habitat for Humanity, Key West and Lower Keys October 2012 - October 2013
J. Michael Vieux, AIA, LEED AP BD+C October 2010 - October 2012
JE Dunn Construction 1992 - 2010
HNTB December 1989 - February 1992
Vieux Associates, Architects & Construction Managers April 1977 - December 1989
Kansas Department of Commerce 1975 - 1977
Dartmouth Associates, Architects 1975 - 1975
Central Falls Redevelopment Agency 1974 - 1975
Peace Corps 1971 - 1973
Skills
Planning with Public..., Managing..., Managing Design, LEED AP, LEED, Construction, Planning, Scheduling, Architecture, Project Planning, Process Scheduler, Licensed architect:..., Licensed Contractor:..., Construction Management, Green Building, Submittals, Architectures, Budgets
Education
University of Rhode Island 1974 — 1974
Certificate in International Development, Development Economics and International Development
Kansas State University 1967 — 1969
Master of Regional & Community Planning, Regional & Community Planning
Kansas State University 1962 — 1967
Bachelor of Architecture, Architecture
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2010 - Present
Bank of America October 2006 - July 2009
USAF July 1998 - October 2006
Education
Park University 2002 — 2010
BS, Business Administration
Topeka Capital-Journal July 2015 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce November 2009 - July 2015
Education
Emporia State University 1988 — 1997
Master's degree, Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling/Counselor
ConocoPhillips April 2011 - Present
Apple Inc. August 2008 - April 2011
Sedgwick County May 2007 - May 2008
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Project Management, Human Resources, OS X, Management, Leadership, SAP, Process Improvement, SharePoint, Time Management, Sales Operations
Education
Oklahoma Wesleyan University
Bachelor's degree, Organizational Management & Leadership
VML March 2015 - Present
Slack and Company October 2011 - February 2015
Leo Burnett April 2011 - October 2011
Rise Interactive August 2008 - May 2010
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2008 - July 2008
University of Kansas August 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Talent Management, Organizational..., Project Management, Employee Engagement, Internal Communications, Performance Appraisal, Job Analysis, Employee Training, Surveying, Leadership, Staff Development, Marketing, Human Resources, Leadership Development, Performance Management
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology 2010 — 2012
Masters, Industrial Organizational Psychology
The University of Kansas 2004 — 2008
BA, BS, Double Major: Advertising & Psychology
UMKC July 2014 - Present
LEGACY (Leadership Empowerment Growth and Achievement Comes From Our Youth) Nonprofit Organization October 2013 - Present
Avila University January 2013 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2012 - Present
Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. April 2011 - Present
Marquette University March 2006 - August 2012
Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District May 2007 - September 2007
Security Consultant Group August 2005 - March 2006
United States Marine Corps December 1998 - January 2004
Skills
Customer Service, Non-profits, Public Speaking, State Government, Legislative Relations, Local Government, Member Relations, Service Improvement, Policy, Fundraising, Community Development, Public Relations, Grants, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Government, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Program Development, Workforce Development, Non-profit..., Program Evaluation, Military, Resume Writing, Higher Education, Adult Education, Diversity Training, Emergency Management, Cultural Diversity, Public Administration, Interviews, Nonprofits, Training, Leadership Development, Conflict Resolution, Program Management, Research, Management, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Staff Development, Organizational..., Career Counseling, Workshop Facilitation, Teaching
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 2014 — 2017
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration
University of Colorado Denver 2012 — 2015
NVTI Training Certifications, Intensive Services (Case Management) /Employer Outreach
The University of Kansas 2014 — 2014
Certified Public Manager (CPM), Organizational Leadership & Project Management
Marquette University 2010 — 2012
M.A.P.S., Master of Arts in Public Service Nonprofit Management, 3.608
Upper Iowa University 2007 — 2008
Undergraduate Certificate, Human Resources Management, 3.667
Upper Iowa University 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Public Administration, 3.667
Domestic Violence Association of Central Kansas September 2013 - Present
Palmetto GBA February 2013 - August 2013
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2009 - September 2012
Pawnee Mental Health February 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Resume Writing, Instructing, Case Management, Posting Job Orders, Creating Treatment Plans, Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Word and..., Case Managment, Interviews, Career Development, Customer Service, Job Search, Recruitment Training, Job Coaching, Teaching, Job Fairs, Job Search Strategies, Training, Workforce Development, Conflict Resolution, Career Counseling, Interview Preparation, Networking
Education
Kansas Wesleyan University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Cloud County Community College 2000 — 2003
Associate of Science, Paralegal
Kansas Department For Children and Families February 2015 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2012 - February 2015
Skills
Staff Development, Government, Non-profits, Program Development, Workshop Facilitation, Volunteer Management, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Community Development, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Training, Community Outreach, PowerPoint, Research, Program Management, Grant Writing
Education
Friends University 2008 — 2010
Master of Healthcare Leadership, Health Administration and Organizational Leadership
Washburn University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish Language and Literature
Decompress U June 2015 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2006 - June 2015
Kansas Department of Administration September 2003 - May 2006
Kansas Department of Administration January 2003 - September 2003
Kansas Department of Administration September 2001 - January 2003
Kansas Department of Administration August 1997 - September 2001
Kansas Department of Administration October 1986 - August 1997
Kansas Department of Administration November 1985 - October 1986
Shawnee Federal Savings January 1985 - September 1985
Allis-Chalmers Corporation July 1983 - January 1985
Skills
Organizational..., Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Government, Grant Writing, Human Resources, Labor Relations, Workforce Development, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Economic Development, Program Management, Career Development, Program Development, Staff Development, Research, Policy, Policy Analysis, Leadership, Public Policy, Career Counseling, Non-profit Boards, Non-profit Board..., Conflict Resolution, Team Building, Training, Coaching, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Community Development, Grants, Nonprofits, Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Budgets, Onboarding, Employee Training, Employee Relations, Event Planning, Employee Engagement, Analysis, Project Planning, Change Management, Workshop Facilitation, Training Delivery, Administration, Public Relations, Interviews
Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee 2000 — 2002
Certificate, Labor Relations Management
Michigan State University 1977 — 1981
BA, Business - Personnel Administration
East Texas Council of Governments May 2007 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce November 2006 - May 2007
Kansas Department of Commerce 2004 - 2006
Legal Shield, Inc. 1998 - 2002
Skills
Economic Development, Workforce Development, Microsoft Office, Government, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Budgeting, Organizational..., Budgets, Management, Program Management, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Program Development, Policy, Leadership, Public Relations, Community Development, Grant Writing, Economic Development, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Leadership Development, Training, Event Management
Education
Wichita State University 1985 — 1990
Master’s Degree, Public Administration
Ferris State University 1980 — 1985
Bachelor's of Science, Public Administration
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2013 - Present
Osborne Industries, Inc. July 2010 - July 2013
Skills
Account Management, Leadership, Relationship building, Collateral Material..., Copywriting, Marketing Research, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Teamwork, Logistics Management, Google Analytics, Online Marketing, Project Coordination, Branding Initiatives, Facilitators, Donor Solicitation, Interpersonal..., Organization, Close Attention to..., Sales, Training, Social Media, CRM, Advertising
Education
Kansas State University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Kansas Department of Commerce October 2012 - Present
Skills
Contracting Officer..., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Research, Windows, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, Public Speaking, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Editing, Training, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Human Resources, Workforce Development, Employee Relations, Program Management, Community Outreach, Government, Program Development, Conflict Resolution, Military, Veterans Benefits, Veterans, Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Resume Writing, Job Coaching, Interviews, Job Fairs, Job Search, Job Search Strategies, Leadership Development, Career Development, Career Counseling, Mock Interviews, Vocation, Interview Preparation, Career Assessment, Case Management, Enrichment, Resume, Cover Letters, Organizational...
Education
Central Texas College 2006 — 2012
Associate's degree, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration, 3.8
Columbia College
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2014 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce April 2013 - Present
ILRC August 2010 - December 2012
Royal Caribbean Cruises, Ltd. June 2005 - March 2010
Mental Helath Association 2003 - 2005
KETCH 2001 - 2003
Cerebral Palsy Research Foundation 1999 - 2001
Butler County Community College July 1998 - January 1999
Kansas Department of Social and Rehabilitation Services June 1989 - February 1998
Skills
Workforce Development, Program Management, Career Development, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Social Services, Job Coaching, Job Search Strategies, Career Assessment, Vocational..., Vocational Evaluation, Disability Management, Case Managment, Disabilities, Program Development, Case Management, Career Counseling, Public Speaking, Resume Writing
Education
Wichita State University 1996 — 1996
Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Emporia State University 1984 — 1986
Master of Science (MS), Counselor Education/School Counseling and Guidance Services
Emporia State University 1982 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sociology with Psychology minor
Sterling College 1980 — 1982
General Education credits
Midland Care Connection, Inc. November 2014 - Present
Midland Care Connection, Inc. January 2013 - November 2014
Kansas Department of Commerce November 2009 - January 2013
National Exchange Carrier Association September 2006 - February 2009
Skills
Career Development, Resume Writing, Interviewing, Media Relations, Human Resources, Workshop Facilitation, Business Services, Recruiting, Career Counseling, Interviews, Training, Job Fairs, Mock Interviews, Workforce Development, Leadership, FMLA, Benefits Administration, Talent Acquisition, Conflict Resolution, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Public Speaking, HRIS, New Hire Orientations, Employment Law, Leadership Development, Labor Relations, Applicant Tracking..., College Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Workforce Planning, HR Policies, Performance Management, Deferred Compensation, Hiring, EEO, Succession Planning, Screening, Temporary Placement, Personnel Management, Job Coaching, Job Search Strategies, Job Descriptions, Employee Handbooks, Employee Training, Background Checks, Talent Management, Policy, Employee Engagement, Organizational...
Education
Ottawa University
Current Student
Friends University
Bachelor of Business Administration
Washburn University
Bachelor of Arts
Cloud County Community College
Associate of Arts
Kansas Department of Commerce November 2014 - September 2015
Men's Track and Field August 2009 - July 2013
Kanza Bank May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Research, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Statistics, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Photoshop, Teamwork, Management
Education
Kansas State University 2009 — 2014
BA, Management Information Systems
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2012 - Present
Skills
Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Program Development, Community Development, Leadership Development, Event Planning, Training
Education
Pittsburg State University 2005 — 2012
Bachelor's Degree, Family and Consumer Sciences/Human Sciences, 3.89
Office of the State Bank Commissioner May 2015 - August 2015
K-State Study Abroad Office August 2012 - May 2014
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2013 - August 2013
Kansas House of Representatives January 2013 - May 2013
Education
Georgetown University Law Center
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Kansas State University
Bachelor’s Degree, Economics, History, Political Science
American University in Bulgaria
Semester Study Abroad
University of Wrocław
Semester Study Abroad
Kansas Department of Commerce April 2014 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce February 2013 - April 2014
Prosser Wilbert Construction Inc September 2007 - March 2012
The Home Depot October 2004 - July 2006
United States Marine Corps October 1998 - October 2002
Skills
Microsoft Word, Office Management, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Customer Service, Supervisory Skills, Fundraising, Administrative..., Microsoft Excel, Safety, Notary Public, PowerPoint, Workshop Facilitation, Teamwork, Customer Satisfaction, Government, Policy, Human Resources, Interviews, Program Management, Resume Writing, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Training, Management, Leadership Development
Education
Friends University 2014 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Butler Community College 2013 — 2014
Associate of Science (A.S.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Johnson County Community College 2010 — 2012
The University of Kansas October 2013 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce September 2007 - October 2013
Kansas Department of Commerce December 2004 - September 2007
City of Lawrence, KS April 2000 - December 2004
Douglas County District Court May 1998 - April 2000
Douglas County Citizen Review Board May 1995 - April 2000
D. Richard White Law Firm July 1992 - May 1995
Kinko's September 1988 - July 1992
Skills
Creative Solutions, Workforce Development, Budgets, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Community Development, Economic Development, Policy, Event Planning, Training, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Research, Fundraising, Government, Leadership, Customer Service, Strategic Communications, Management, Program Management, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Team Building, Grant Writing, Grants, Proposal Writing, Program Development, Organizational..., Newsletters, Interviews, Volunteer Management, Resume Writing, Workshop Facilitation, Policy Analysis, Staff Development, Microsoft Office, Conflict Resolution
Education
Univeristy of Kansas
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Johnson County Community College
Associate of Arts, Business Administration
University of Kansas - Public Managment Center
Supervisory Leadership Training
Fort Hays State University
Certified Grant Writer
SMB Consulting, LLC April 2012 - Present
Harvesters June 2012 - August 2012
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2011 - December 2011
Department of American Studies August 2010 - May 2011
The Collegio August 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Strategic Planning, Production of..., Advertising, Photoshop, InDesign, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Office, Social Media
Education
University of Kansas 2008 — 2011
BS, Journalism - Strategic Communication
Pittsburg State University 2007 — 2008
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2009 - Present
Monarchs Baseball Academy February 2008 - Present
Midland Adventist Academy 2008 - Present
ROSnet October 2012 - December 2012
Beyond Century LLC July 2008 - June 2009
American Century Investments November 1991 - May 2008
Shawnee Mission Medical Center September 1980 - November 1991
Skills
Analysis, ColdFusion, Computer Graphics, Creative Writing, HTML, Lotus Notes, Piano, Programming, Proofreading, Web Design, Microsoft Office, SQL, Leadership, Process Improvement, Software Development, Training, Editing, Access, Photography, Microsoft SQL Server, C#
Education
Andrews University 1975 — 1979
Bachelors of Industrial Technology, Computer major, business minor
Blue Mountain Academy 1971 — 1975
College prep
Centriq Training 2008 — 2009
Web Development C# / ASP.NET / Access 2007
Sporting Kansas City March 2013 - Present
Kraft Tool Company March 2011 - Present
Prairie Fire Marketing January 2011 - Present
Calendar Club Midwest December 2010 - January 2011
Kansas City Chiefs 2010 - 2010
Sporting Kansas City (formerly Kansas City Wizards) 2008 - 2010
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2007 - October 2009
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2002 - June 2007
Lied Center of Kansas October 2001 - July 2002
Lied Center of Kansas May 2001 - September 2001
Skills
Concrete, Photoshop, Illustrator, HTML, Access, PowerPoint, Word, InDesign, Excel, SQL, Pagemaker, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Email Marketing, Press Releases, Customer Relations, Copywriting, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Dreamweaver, Customer Service, Advertising, Public Relations
Education
University of Kansas 1997 — 2001
BS in Journalism
Bishop Ward High School
Johnson County Community College
Web Marketing Certificate
The World Company May 2008 - Present
Security Benefit October 2000 - May 2008
Kansas Department of Commerce January 1996 - October 2000
State of Kansas March 1984 - October 2000
Skills
Recruiting, Interviews, Employee Relations, Onboarding, Human Resources, Customer Service, Hiring, Training, New Hire Orientations, Employee Benefits, Research, Personnel Management, Payroll, Management, Leadership, Metrics, Analytics, Employee Engagement, Employee Surveys, Microsoft Office
Education
Baker University 1997 — 2000
Bachelors, Business Administration
Washburn University
Business Administration
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2012 - Present
The GEO Group, Inc. October 2010 - May 2012
Kansas Department of Commerce 2012 - 2012
Corrections Corporation of America June 2008 - July 2010
Corrections Corporation of America November 2006 - June 2008
CCAC November 2004 - November 2007
US Army November 1987 - September 1990
Education
Kansas City Kansas Community College 2010 — 2012
Addiction Prevention and Treatment
Economic Development Solutions 1996 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce June 1996 - October 2013
New York State Department of Economic Development 1970 - 1996
Education
University of Vermont 1968 — 1970
M. A., Geography
Middlebury College 1963 — 1968
B. A., Geography
Kansas Department of Commerce 2004 - Present
Skills
Workforce Development, Training, Program Management, Employee Training, Process Improvement, Organizational..., Resume Writing, Strategy
Education
Fort Hays State University 1998 — 2000
MLS, Family Development & Human Services
Fort Hays State University 1995 — 1998
BS, Organizational Leadership
Colby High School 1986 — 1989
AlterG April 2012 - Present
KES Global 2005 - May 2012
Arizona Department of Commerce 2002 - 2004
Cesar Color 2001 - 2001
Kansas Department of Commerce 1999 - 2001
Cleary Gottlieb Steen & Hamilton - Paris, France 1998 - 1998
Skills
International Marketing, International Sales, Spanish, Portuguese, B2B, French, Medical Devices, Contract Negotiation, Management, International Trade, Global Business..., Market Development, Program Management, Marketing, Product Marketing, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy
Education
Saint Louis University 2011 — 2011
Executive Certificate, Web Globalization - International Ecommerce
Thunderbird School of Global Management 2000 — 2000
Certificate of International Trade for State Development Agencies, International Business
Grand Canyon University 1994 — 1998
BBA, International Business
Madrid Campus - Saint Louis Univeristy 1996 — 1997
Study Abroad, Spanish - International Business
Compass Behavioral Health November 2014 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2006 - November 2014
NRG Radio 2004 - 2006
Skills
Public Relations, Economic Development, Community Development, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Grant Writing, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Training, Volunteer Management
Education
Dodge City Community College 2003 — 2006
Dodge City Community College 1994 — 1995
Fort Hays State University 1980 — 1982
Newcomer Funeral Service Group June 2015 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce January 2011 - May 2015
Connex International January 2010 - December 2010
Tnemec Company, Inc. April 2001 - January 2010
M-C Industries, Inc. August 1998 - March 2001
Skills
Marketing, Strategic Planning, Management, Event Planning, Public Relations, New Business Development, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Leadership
Education
Kansas State University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Business Administration, Marketing
Emporia State University August 2014 - Present
Emporia State University April 2011 - Present
Kansas Health Policy Authority May 2008 - April 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce December 2004 - April 2008
Target 2003 - 2004
Lowe's Home Improvement 2003 - 2004
Skills
Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Diversity & Inclusion, Recruiting, Job Analysis, Quality Management, Resume Writing, Employee Relations
Education
Friends University 1995 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Quality Management
Osage City High School 1985 — 1989
Workforce Partnership September 2003 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2000 - September 2003
Kansas Department of Commerce & Housing May 1992 - July 2000
ECKAN, Inc. August 1991 - May 1992
Skills
Workforce Development, Economic Development, Program Management, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Government, Customer Service, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Career Development, Grants, Leadership, Management, Nonprofits, Performance Management, Program Development, Training
Education
William Jewell College 2008 — 2009
Doniphan Leadership Institute
William Jewell College 2008 — 2009
Doniphan Leadership Institute
University of Michigan 1985 — 1990
M.A., Political Science
Emporia State University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2014 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce November 2008 - March 2014
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2007 - October 2008
County of Riverside 2003 - 2006
Pomona College 2002 - 2003
Skills
Workforce Development, Government, Career Counseling, Community Outreach, Training, Program Development, Conflict Resolution, Workshop Facilitation
Education
Nova Southeastern University
Master's Degree
Pitzer College
Bachelor's Degree
Kansas Department of Commerce 1988 - Present
Storage Technology Corporation 1981 - 1985
Skills
Public Policy, Economic Development, Strategic Planning, Government, Business Development, Program Management, Community Development, Public Relations
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 1985 — 1986
International MBA, International Business
Colorado State University
B.S., Business Administration (International Marketing)
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2010 - Present
Two Rivers Psychiatric Hospital June 2009 - April 2010
Garden City Chamber of Commerce January 2009 - May 2009
St. Catherine Hospital June 2005 - January 2009
Eagle Compac USA June 2002 - October 2004
Skills
Nonprofits, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Community Development, Government, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Policy, Marketing, Business Development, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Fundraising
Education
Friends University 2006 — 2008
MBA
Kansas State University 1998 — 2002
BS Business, Marketing
Department of Veteran Affairs March 2013 - Present
Department of Veterans Affairs January 2012 - March 2013
Kansas Department of Commerce September 2009 - December 2011
Fargo Assembly of PA April 2008 - September 2009
US Navy February 2005 - February 2008
United States Navy February 2002 - February 2005
United States Navy October 1998 - January 2002
United States Navy February 1997 - October 1998
United States Navy March 1988 - February 1997
Skills
Classroom Instruction, Customer Relations, Case Management, Customer Service, Classroom, Case Managment, Training, PowerPoint
Education
Central Michigan University 2011 — 2013
MSA, Administration, 3.83
National Veterans Training Institute 2010 — 2010
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2002 — 2007
BS, Workforce Education and Development, 2.97
Senator Mitch McConnell, US Republican Leader May 2009 - Present
MENTOR, Inc. (National Mentoring Partnership) March 2009 - April 2009
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services 2005 - January 2009
National Endowment for the Humanities 2002 - 2005
The White House 2003 - 2004
U.S. Department of Labor 2001 - 2002
U.S. Congressman James R. Ryun 1997 - 2001
Hughes Hubbard & Reed LLP 1993 - 1997
Kansas Department of Commerce 1988 - 1989
Education
Columbia Law School 1990 — 1993
J.D.
The University of Kansas 1985 — 1990
BA, Economics
Leavenworth County Development Corporation March 2007 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce 2003 - 2007
Kansas Department of Human Resources 2000 - 2003
Kansas Department of Commerce 1986 - 2000
Skills
Grassroots Organizing, Economic Development, Workforce Development, Community Development, Non-profits, Government, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Grants, Program Management, Program Development, Training, Fundraising, Recruiting, Grant Writing, Policy, Public Relations, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Event Planning, Marketing, Public Administration, Legislative Relations, Non-profit..., Local Government, Public/private..., Administration, Political Campaigns, Land Use Planning, Coalitions, Board Development
Education
Kansas State University 1984 — 1986
Masters, Public Administration
Kansas State University 1969 — 1975
BS, Political Science
Manhattan High School 1966 — 1969
USDA Rural Development July 2009 - Present
Kansas Leadership Center April 2007 - August 2009
Kansas Department of Commerce April 2003 - April 2007
Skills
Government, Economic Development, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Community Development, Nonprofits, Program Management, Program Evaluation, Leadership, Event Planning, Workforce Development, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Grants, Policy, Fundraising, Leadership Development, Agriculture, Grant Writing, Administration, Volunteer Management, Team Leadership, Public Relations, Budgets, Program Development, Research, Management Consulting, Organizational..., Business Planning, Management, Marketing, Politics, Operations Management, Social Media
Education
Kansas State University 1970 — 1974
Kansas Department of Commerce July 1999 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce March 1994 - August 1999
Kansas Department of Administration October 1991 - May 1993
Kansas Department of Administration February 1989 - October 1991
Skills
Employee Relations, Grant Writing, Leadership, Volunteer Management, Team Building, Program Management, New Business Development, Budgets, Workshop Facilitation, Event Management, Customer Service, Coaching, Economic Development, Staff Development, Editing, Training, Management, Process Improvement, Conflict Resolution, Project Management, Contract Negotiation, Community Development, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Government, Community Outreach, Marketing, Social Media, Team Leadership, Public Policy, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Change Management, Research, Marketing Communications, Project Planning, Strategic Communications, Recruiting, Negotiation, Business Development, Grants, Human Resources, Resume Writing, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Employee Training
Education
Emporia State University 1983 — 1985
MS, Industrial Psychology
Baker University 1979 — 1983
BS, Psychology/Sociology
Garden City Community College September 2006 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce 1999 - 2006
Education
Bellevue University 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts, Leadership Development
Bellevue University 2005 — 2007
BS, Marketing Management
Black Hills Corporation May 2015 - Present
Black Hills Energy March 2014 - May 2015
Black Hills Energy October 2006 - March 2014
Black Hills Energy December 2004 - October 2006
Kansas Department of Commerce October 2003 - December 2004
Skills
Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Economic Development, Community Development, Public Policy, Government, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Business Development, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Project Management, Policy, Strategic Communications, Budgets, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Fundraising
Education
Kansas State University 1998 — 2002
Kansas Department of Commerce August 2006 - Present
Lawrence Transit March 2002 - October 2003
Harper House January 2001 - January 2002
Republic Parking System January 1997 - January 2000
Los Angeles International Airport September 1993 - January 1997
US Army May 1984 - August 1992
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Relations, Microsoft Office, Recruiting, Personnel Management, Employee Relations, Training, Program Management, Time Management, Government, Policy, Leadership, Career Counseling, Research, Employee Training, Career Development, Performance Management, Resume Writing, Employee Benefits, Coaching, Hiring, Public Speaking, Payroll, Strategic Planning, Administration, Nonprofits, Interviews, Community Outreach, Team Building, Analysis, Temporary Placement, Case Management, Organizational..., Military, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership Development, Workshop Facilitation, Staff Development
Education
Liberty University 2010 — 2011
Master's Degree, Management and Leadership
The University of Kansas 1983 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Economics, Geography
Kansas Department of Commerce December 2006 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce October 2005 - December 2006
Heartland Works, Inc. January 2003 - October 2005
Skills
Job Coaching, Career Development, Case Managment, Resume Writing, Workforce Development, Career Counseling, Recruiting, Nonprofits, Onboarding, Job Search Strategies, Workshop Facilitation, Conflict Resolution, College Recruiting, Program Development, Job Search, Interview Preparation, Training, Interviews, Mock Interviews, Job Fairs, Leadership Development, New Hire Orientations, Policy, Staff Development, Employee Relations, Organizational..., Temporary Placement, Hiring, Community Outreach, Case Management
Education
Syracuse University 1972 — 1975
BS, social work
Kansas Department of Commerce AVP Microcomputer TechnologySecurity BenefitSeptember 1991 - September 2004
NERCO Oil and Gas, Inc. September 1982 - August 1991
NERCO, Inc. 1982 - 1991
Education
Kansas State University
BS, Economics
Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas March 2011 - Present
Wichita Workforce Alliance of South Central Kansas April 2010 - February 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce October 2007 - April 2010
Manpower Professional (Workforce Alliance) August 2007 - September 2007
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2005 - July 2007
Kansas Department of Labor October 2001 - July 2005
Bombardier Learjet (LSI Employment Services) 2001 - 2001
Raytheon Aircraft Company 1999 - 2001
Skills
Workforce Development, Workshop Facilitation, Leadership, Career Counseling, Interviews, Resume Writing, Training, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Staff Development, Job Search Strategies, Job Coaching, Case Managment, Leadership Development, Job Search, Interview Preparation, Adult Education, Community Outreach, Program Development, Career Development, Program Facilitation, Conflict Resolution, Community Development, Job Fairs, Policy, Grants, Grant Writing, Employee Training, Nonprofits, New Hire Orientations, Organizational..., Coaching, Fundraising, Recruiting, Public Speaking, Onboarding, Volunteer Management, Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Employee Benefits, Case Management
Education
Friends University
Associates, General Education
Kansas Department of Commerce North Central Regional Project ManagerKansas Dept. of Commerce2007 - Present
Education
Iowa State University
BS, Agronomy
Kansas Department of Commerce January 2004 - Present
Kansas Small Business Development Center February 1999 - January 2004
Hook Up, Inc. February 1996 - February 1999
S&J Mortgage Company March 1995 - February 1996
Mitchell, Williams, EDS February 1994 - February 1995
Carl I. Brown & Company August 1991 - February 1994
Skills
Management, Government, Workforce Development, Community Development, Economic Development, Data Transformation, Fundraising, Start-ups, Marketing, Organizational..., Solution Development, Training, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Nonprofits, Site Development, New Business Development, Grants, Real Estate, Policy, Program Management, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Small Business
Education
Pittsburg State University 1989 — 1991
BBA, Finance
Labette Community College 1987 — 1989
Bartlett & West May 1999 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce October 1990 - April 1999
Labconco September 1989 - October 1990
Education
The University of Kansas 1985 — 1989
Journalism, Advertising
Security Benefit Corporation August 2003 - Present
Westar Energy July 2001 - August 2003
Kansas Department of Commerce 1996 - 2001
Skills
Program Management, Deferred Compensation, Benefits Administration, Incentive Programs, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Payroll, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Onboarding, HRIS, Leadership Development, Employment Law, Interviews, Leadership, Organizational..., Process Improvement, Workforce Planning
Education
Emporia State University 1982 — 1983
MS, Industrial Psychology
The University of Kansas 1978 — 1982
BA, Psychology
CMA. We Build Trust. September 2014 - Present
Center for Food Integrity September 2014 - Present
Kansas Department of Agriculture June 2011 - September 2014
Seaboard Foods December 2010 - June 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce December 2008 - December 2010
Kansas Grain and Feed Association May 2008 - December 2008
Kansas Beef Council September 2005 - January 2008
Cargill January 2005 - September 2005
Eli Lilly May 2004 - August 2004
National FFA Organization November 2002 - November 2003
Skills
Organizational Behavior, Agriculture, Non-profits, Agribusiness, Food, Leadership, Dairy, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Management, Government, Negotiation, Fundraising, Research, Business Strategy, Sales, Budgets, Program Management, Market Research, Marketing, Community Development, Event Planning, Public Relations, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Market Planning, Social Media, Community Outreach, Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Recruiting, Strategic Communications, Training, Marketing Communications, International Trade
Education
Kansas State University 2000 — 2004
B.S., Animal Science & Industry focus on Ag. Economics and International Agriculture
Atwood High School 1996 — 2000
Speedy Group Holdings Corporation August 2014 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce November 2009 - November 2014
Marketing Specialist February 2014 - August 2014
Mediware Information Systems September 2012 - February 2014
American Red Cross April 2010 - September 2012
Law Seminars International 2008 - 2009
Skills
Event Management, Sponsorship, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Human Resources, Fundraising, Management, Recruiting, Public Relations, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Program Management, Manage Client..., Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Leadership, Training, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Volunteer Management
Education
Kansas State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing, Organizational Leadership
Cheney High School 1999 — 2003
Kansas City Area Development Council April 2011 - Present
KC Animal Health Corridor April 2011 - Present
Missouri Partnership June 2008 - February 2011
Greater Wichita Economic Development Coalition June 2006 - June 2008
Kansas Department of Commerce May 2000 - June 2006
Skills
Lead Generation, Public Speaking, Economic Development, Community Development, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Fundraising, Marketing Strategy, Recruiting, Public Policy, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Media Relations, Event Planning, Government, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Social Media, Market Research, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Community Outreach, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Business Planning, Social Networking, Press Releases, Event Management, Program Management, Corporate Communications, Nonprofits, Strategy, Public/private..., Volunteer Management, Proposal Writing, Budgets, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Research, Workforce Development, Advertising, Management, Grants, Marketing Research, Program Development, Strategic Partnerships, Policy, Newsletters
Education
Pittsburg State University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science
Kansas Board of Regents January 2011 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce February 2007 - December 2008
Education
Fort Hays State University 1982 — 1987
B.S., M.B.A., Computer Information Systems; Management
Kansas Board of Regents 2012 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce 2007 - 2012
Pottawatomie Consortium 1998 - 2007
Education
Miami University
B.S., Education
Texas Tech University
M. Ed., Counseling
Kansas Department of Commerce 2007 - Present
Payless ShoeSource 1989 - 2006
Montgomery Ward 1985 - 1989
Education
Benedictine College 1981 — 1985
BA, Merchandising
Kansas Dept of Commerce July 2007 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce 2007 - Present
Skills
Community Development, Government, Policy, Workforce Development, Leadership Development, Training, Program Management
Education
Pittsburg State University 1973 — 1979
BSED, Industrial Education
Bankers Life and Casualty Company December 2012 - February 2013
Butler Community College June 2007 - July 2010
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2003 - June 2007
Adult Learning Center - Flinthills Tech. College November 1998 - June 2003
Skills
Nonprofits, Training
Education
Oral Roberts University 1986 — 1989
Master of Divinity (M.Div.), Pastoral Studies/Counseling, 3.4
Kansas State University 1968 — 1973
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Social Work / Sociology
Kansas Department of Commerce Import ExportCessna Aircraft Company2008 - 2009
Education
Friends University
Master's, Human Resource Management
Kansas State University July 2013 - Present
Kansas State University May 2011 - July 2013
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2009 - May 2011
USD 383 June 2008 - July 2009
College Avenue Early Learning Center November 2003 - June 2008
Skills
Resume Writing, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Interviews, Career Counseling, Onboarding, Training, Nonprofits
Education
Kansas State University 2002 — 2007
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Management
Department of Veterans Affairs December 2012 - Present
Department of Revenue November 2010 - December 2012
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2008 - November 2010
Socal and Rehabilitation Services August 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Community Outreach, Workforce Development, Conflict Resolution, Government, Training, Human Resources, Customer Service, Career Counseling, Program Management, Resume Writing, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Workshop Facilitation, Recruiting, Microsoft Office, Job Fairs, Team Building, Microsoft Word, Policy, Organizational..., Public Administration, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, FMLA, Leadership Development, Career Development, Benefits Administration, Personnel Management, Employee Benefits, New Hire Orientations, Public Policy, Onboarding, Program Development, Project Management, Job Search Strategies
Education
Ottawa University 2015 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Human Resources Management and Services
Friends University 2013 — 2014
Bachelor of Organizational Management, Business Administration and Management, General
Washburn University 2003 — 2011
Human Services
Oklahoma Housing Finance Agency May 1997 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce 1991 - 1995
Skills
Media Relations, Writing, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Governmental Affairs, Affordable Housing, Municipal Bonds, Grant Writing, Community Development, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Fundraising, Economic Development, Legislative Relations, Program Development, Proposal Writing, Program Evaluation, Grants, Philanthropy, Newsletters, Public Affairs, Team Building, Politics, Local Government, Community Outreach, Speech Writing, Research, Public Administration, Organizational..., Government, Political Campaigns, Non-profit Board..., Policy Analysis, Social Media, Public Speaking, Public Finance, Budgets, Policy, Public Relations, Press Releases, Leadership Development, Legislation, Volunteer Management, Crisis Communications, Staff Development, Corporate Communications, Coalitions, Board Development, Editing, Publicity
Education
Kansas State University
Ph.D., History
Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University
Program for Senior Executives in State and Local Government
Louisiana Tech University
Oklahoma State University
Pittsburg State University
Ponca Military Academy
Westar Energy June 2011 - Present
Kansas Board of Regents April 2009 - June 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce 2007 - 2009
SRS - State of Kansas April 2006 - June 2007
Skills
Public Speaking, Event Planning, Leadership, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Training, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Leadership Development, Team Building, Community Outreach, Coaching, Government, Staff Development, Budgets, Analysis
Education
The University of Kansas 1999 — 2000
MSE, Education Administration
Washburn University 1995 — 1998
BBA, Marketing and Management
Kansas Department of Commerce
Education
Altoona Midway High School 1976 — 1979
Graduate, General Studies
Independence Community College
Associates of Arts, General Studies
Pittsburg State University
Bachelors of Science, Social Work
Trinity School of Natural Health
Doctorate, Naturopathy
DOJ October 2014 - Present
Dept of Veterans Affairs December 2008 - October 2014
Kansas Department of Commerce November 2006 - March 2008
US Army November 1993 - February 2001
Skills
Coaching, Career Counseling, Workshop & Training..., Research, Analysis, Military Experience, Access, Liasoning
Education
Friends University 2010 — 2012
Masters of Science, Organization Development
Wichita State University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Kansas Department of Commerce 2006 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce October 1996 - November 2003
Skills
Economic Development
Education
Pittsburg State University 1996 — 1998
MBA, Business
Washburn University 1987 — 1993
BBA, Business Administration & Marketing
Kaiser Group Inc October 2009 - Present
UMOS July 2007 - October 2009
Kansas Department of Commerce January 2001 - July 2007
Tele tech 1998 - 2003
GE Capital 1989 - 1998
Education
Friends University
BA, Biblical Studies
Kansas Department of Commerce Executive DirectorRussell Chamber of CommerceJune 1994 - November 1999
City of Osborne, Kansas February 1990 - June 1994
Skills
Economic Development, Government, Community Development, Non-profits, Workforce Development, Nonprofits, Entrepreneurship, Grants, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Policy, Program Development, Public Policy, Organizational..., Public Relations, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Volunteer Management, Political Campaigns, Local Government, Non-profit..., Marketing, Community Organizing, Team Building, Event Management, Marketing Communications
Education
Fort Hays State University 1984 — 1986
BA, Communications
Kansas Department of Commerce March 1991 - Present
Skills
Resume Writing, Workforce Development, Training, Interview Preparation, Enrichment, Job Search, Job Coaching, WIA, Government, Global Career..., Public Speaking, Job Fairs, Job Search Strategies, Career Counseling, Coaching, Social Services, Career Assessment, Vocation, Career Development, Nonprofits, Human Resources, Policy, Vocational..., Community Outreach, Employee Relations, New Hire Orientations, Veterans, Case Managment, Supervisory Skills, Veterans Benefits, Leadership Development, Conflict Resolution, Program Development, Interviews, Organizational..., Workshop Facilitation, Mock Interviews, College Recruiting, Resume, Job Search Advice, Labor Market, Career Development..., Cover Letters, Temporary Placement, Job Search Coach, Personnel Selection, Employee Training, Workforce Planning, Equal Employment..., Military Liaison
Education
MidAmerica Nazarene University 1989 — 1990
Management & Human Relations
Kansas City Southwest Clinical Society January 2012 - Present
Central Plains Geriatric Education Center February 2011 - January 2012
Wy/Jo Care April 2006 - February 2011
Kansas Department of Commerce March 2003 - February 2006
Kansas Department on Aging December 1999 - March 2003
Skills
Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Policy, Community Development, Volunteer Management, Program Management, Public Policy, Healthcare, Research, Management, Economic Development, Strategic Planning, Leadership
Education
Regis University 2007 — 2009
Masters, Non-profit Management
Washburn University 1990 — 1996
Bachelor's, Mass Media
Washburn University 1986 — 1987
Certificate, Radiation Therapy
Hutchinson Community College 1984 — 1986
Associates, Radiological Technology
Kansas Department of Commerce October 2012 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce June 2010 - October 2012
Kansas Department of Labor August 2009 - June 2010
State of Utah May 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Workforce Development, Resume Writing, Training, Interview Preparation, Career Counseling, Interviews, Recruiting, Workshop Facilitation, Job Search, Policy, Employee Benefits, Job Fairs, Social Services, Resume, Screening, Workshops, Interviewing Skills, Customer Service, Program Development, Case Management, Career Development, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Job Coaching, Public Speaking
Education
Weber State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Sociology
Snow College
se2, inc. January 2013 - Present
Security Benefit 2003 - 2013
Security Benefit 2000 - 2003
Kansas Department of Commerce 1990 - 2000
Kansas Department of Administration-Division of Personnel Services 1987 - 1990
Skills
Organizational..., Process Improvement, SDLC, Business Analysis, Personnel Management, Enterprise Services, Access, Project Management, Visio, Program Management, ESS, Payroll, Data Analysis, Analysis, Business Process..., Business Process, Change Management, SharePoint, Risk Management, Training, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Outsourcing, Insurance, Leadership
Education
Kansas State University 1979 — 1985
Agricultural Economics; Statistics; Economics; and Public Administration
Jamaica School of Agriculture
Kansas State University
Kansas Department of Commerce November 2014 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce October 2012 - November 2014
Via Christi Health July 2010 - October 2012
Brooke Army Medical Center December 2006 - April 2010
Skills
Patient Education, Inpatient, Direct Patient Care, Cpr Certified, HIPAA, Surgical Instruments, Surgery, Public Speaking, Public Affairs, Journalism, Photography, Digital Photography, Sales, Direct Sales, Timeshare, Intensive Job Search..., Customized Resume..., Job Skills Development..., Workshop Facilitation, Recruitment Assistance, Career Guidance, Microsoft Office, Workforce Development, veteran employment, Career Counseling, Case Managment, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Policy, Job Fairs, Job Search Strategies, Coaching, Job Search, Recruiting, Leadership, Training, Data Entry, Veterans, Human Resources, Interview Preparation, Resume Writing, Case Management, Supervisory Skills, Staff Development, Volunteer Management, Career Development, Program Development, Mock Interviews, Interviews, Conflict Resolution
Education
Butler County Community College 2012 — 2014
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Sociology
Wichita Area Technical College 2010 — 2012
National Veterans Training Institute
Kansas Department of Commerce February 2015 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Computers, Customer Service, Leadership, Program Development, Community Outreach, Research
Education
Baker University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Allen County Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts
Kansas Department of Commerce July 2012 - Present
Kansas Legislature January 2009 - May 2012
Education
Southwest Texas State University
Commercial and Advertising Art
University of Kansas
BGS, Political Science and Government
Kansas Department of Commerce October 2014 - Present
Kansas Department of Commerce December 2012 - October 2014
Skills
Policy, Resume Writing, Job Fairs, Job Search Strategies, Job Search, Job Coaching, Government, Career Development, Career Counseling, Interview Preparation, Conflict Resolution, Interviews, Employee Relations, Military, Human Resources, Training, Leadership Development, Community Outreach, Workshop Facilitation, Veteran Placement..., Onboarding, Talent Management, Employee Training, ADP Payroll, ADP WorkforceNow, SAP ERP, Military Logistics, Joint Military..., Military Leadership, Career Readiness, Affirmative Action..., Equal Employment..., Non-profit..., Non-profit Leadership, Non-profit Program..., Lean Six Sigma, ISO/TS 16949, Environmental..., Quality Management, Nonprofits
Education
Baker University 2000 — 2002
Master's degree, Management, General
Park College 1995 — 1997
Bachelor’s Degree, Human Resources Management
Big Heart Pet Brands April 2015 - Present
PepsiCo October 2014 - April 2015
Reser's Fine Foods May 2013 - October 2014
Reser's Fine Foods May 2011 - May 2013
Kerry Ingredients March 2008 - May 2011
Reser's Fine Foods July 2005 - March 2008
Kerry Ingredients April 2002 - July 2005
SGS July 2001 - April 2002
Kansas Department of Commerce February 1997 - July 2001
Skills
Food Manufacturing, Food Safety, Food Processing, Quality Assurance, Food, GMP, Food Industry
Education
Kansas State University 1987 — 1992
Bachelor's Degree, Feed Science & Management
Kansas Department of Commerce March 1984 - Present
Rockledge Farms January 1965 - March 1984
Skills
Employment specialist
Education
Lawrence High School 1969 — 1971
Kansas City Kansas Community College