Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc.
The Merchandise Mart is a commercial building located in downtown Chicago, Illinois. When it was opened in 1930, it was the largest building in the world, with 4,000,000 square feet of floor space. The art deco structure is located at the junction of the Chicago River's branches. Address: 222 W Merchandise Mart Plaza #470, Chicago, IL 60654 Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 9AM Mon Saturday10AM–3PMSundayClosedMonday(Martin Luther King Jr. Day)9AM–6PMHours might differTuesday9AM–6PMWednesday9AM–6PMThursday9AM–6PMFriday9AM–6PMSuggest an edit Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Owner: Vornado Realty TrustCategory: Website: : Place name: : : : : : Website: http://www.mmart.com/ Category: Property management company Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo.
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Experiential Marketing, Event and Program Management July 2015 - Present
ignition inc. April 2015 - July 2015
The Executives' Club of Chicago April 2013 - April 2015
MMPI March 2013 - March 2013
Nerds at Heart December 2011 - February 2013
Nerds at Heart February 2010 - December 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2008 - December 2011
Wilburn Thomas November 2010 - May 2011
Wilburn Thomas June 2010 - November 2010
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2006 — 2010
BA
Elkhart Memorial High School 2002 — 2006
UrbanTrans North America September 2015 - Present
HNTB June 2014 - September 2015
URS Corporation August 2011 - May 2014
URS Corporation February 2011 - August 2011
URS Corporation November 2010 - February 2011
The Clean Air Campaign May 2009 - November 2009
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2009 - January 2009
Operation HomeFront December 2008 - December 2008
The Clean Air Campaign May 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Email Marketing, Fundraising, Marketing, Program Management, Salesforce.com, Community Outreach, Editing, Competitive Analysis, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Public Relations
Education
Georgia College and State University 2005 — 2008
Mass Communication, Advertising
Georgia Military College-Milledgeville Campus 2003 — 2005
Associate's degree, General Studies, 3.8 GPA
Zeller Realty Group June 2014 - Present
APCO Worldwide May 2012 - June 2014
Starcom MediaVest Group March 2011 - September 2011
Gibsons Restaurant Group March 2010 - May 2011
Harris D. McKinney, Inc. December 2008 - September 2009
Chicago Humanities Festival August 2008 - November 2008
IU Career Development Center August 2007 - November 2007
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2007 - August 2007
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency January 2007 - May 2007
Skills
Creative Writing, Integrated Marketing, Public Relations, Advertising, Creative Development, Non-profit..., Social Media, Travel Writing, Website Copy, Content Editor, Blogging, Marketing, Internal Communications, Event Planning
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2004 — 2008
BA, Journalism - Public Relations
The University of Chicago Laboratory Schools September 2012 - Present
Cynthia Noble Private Art Tours and Events January 2010 - Present
The Art Institute of Chicago September 1993 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1998 - 2000
Guggenheim Museum August 1997 - August 1998
Skills
Cultural Program..., Tours, Art History, Art, Cultural Tourism, Teaching, Research, Fundraising, Event Planning, Museums, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Windows, Outlook, Education, Corporate Events
Education
School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1992 — 1994
Master of Arts (M.A.), Art, History, Theory and Criticism
Miami University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Studies and Spanish
Universidad de Belgrano 1990 — 1991
Exchange student, International Relations and Spanish
DRI July 2014 - Present
1154 LILL Studio June 2013 - February 2014
HIMSS-Healthcare Information Management Systems Society July 2011 - November 2011
HIMSS- Healthcare Information Management Systems Society September 2007 - June 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2003 - May 2007
The Jenny Jones Show June 2000 - January 2003
Skills
Salesforce.com, Account Management, Trade Shows, Event Management, Event Planning, Association Memberships, Sales Management, Fundraising, Leadership, Sales, Management, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Program Management, Marketing
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Communications
Eastern Illinois University
Digital Realty November 2013 - Present
Hemingway House Condominium Association February 2012 - July 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. February 2010 - September 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2004 - February 2010
City of Chicago Office of Tourism June 2001 - September 2005
Skills
Vendor Relations, Customer Service, Hospitality, Property Management, Writing, Microsoft Office, Operations, Tenant Relations, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Tenant Charge-Backs, Real Estate, Leases, Administration, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Budgets, Microsoft Word
Education
Building Owners and Managers Institute 2008 — 2009
RPA pending, Property Management
City Colleges of Chicago-Harold Washington College
Accounting and Business/Management
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
BFA
Fjord, Design and Innovation from Accenture Interactive October 2014 - Present
Accenture April 2014 - October 2014
Accenture September 2012 - April 2014
MedPoint Digital October 2008 - August 2012
We, Robot Industries 2004 - August 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. December 2006 - September 2008
Immaculate Conception School January 2005 - June 2006
Spacedog 2006 - 2006
Northwestern University 2005 - 2006
Skills
Web Design, Front-end, User Interface, Information Architecture, Mobile Design, Mobile Web Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Flash, Illustrator, Mac, Layout, Multimedia, Adobe Fireworks, Digital Photography, HTML, HTML emails, CSS, InDesign, User Experience, User Interface Design, Heuristic Evaluation, Design Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Idea Generation, Corporate Identity, Wireframes, Visual Design, Paper Prototyping, User Experience Testing, User-centered Design, Email Marketing, Axure, Accessibility, Web Development, User Experience Design
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelors of Fine Art, Graphic Design
Saint Xavier University
Bachelors of Science, Math
RealPage, Inc. June 2015 - Present
CA VENTURES, LLC November 2012 - June 2015
CA VENTURES, LLC, The Vue April 2011 - November 2012
CA VENTURES, LLC October 2005 - April 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2003 - October 2005
Skills
RealPage Train the..., Crime Free Housing..., National Orientation..., RealPage Student living..., Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Collections, Facilities & Operations, Budget Planning, Vendor Relations, Corporate Training &..., Records and Investor..., Technical Support, Budget Management, Recruiting, Delinquency Management, Computer Proficiency, Leadership Development, Property Management
Education
Duquesne University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Pre-Med./Psychology
AANS October 2014 - Present
Patterson Medical January 2011 - Present
Stericycle Communication Solutions March 2014 - August 2014
OAD Orthopaedics May 2008 - January 2011
University of Illinois Medical Center January 2004 - June 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Trade Shows, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, SEO, Web Marketing, Healthcare Industry, Web Marketing Strategy, SEM, Web Design, Event Planning, Social Media
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science
MobileFuse January 2014 - Present
Verve April 2013 - January 2014
Verve Mobile March 2012 - April 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2007 - December 2012
FOX Sports Digital July 2011 - March 2012
Starcom MediaVest Group November 2009 - July 2011
Skills
Advertising, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Media Planning, Media Buying, Social Media Marketing, Digital Strategy, Social Media, Interactive Marketing, Lead Generation, SEM, Mobile Advertising, Online Marketing
Education
Colorado State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science
St. Louis Children's Hospital December 2013 - Present
Metro Lighting / Metro Electric Supply March 2014 - Present
Metro Lighting / Metro Electric Supply May 2011 - March 2014
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. October 2006 - January 2012
Dottie's Delights January 2011 - May 2011
Alice Padrul September 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Patterning, Draping, Technical Illustration, Fashion Illustration, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, U4ia, Microsoft Office, Typography, Photography, Visual styling, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook Express, Outlook, Customer Service, Purchasing, Purchasing Negotiation, Order Management, Visual Styling, Pattern, Merchandising, Sales, Sewing, Styling, Fashion
Education
Saint Louis Community College-Forest Park 2014 — 2019
Pursuing Bachelor of Science in Nursing
Columbia College Chicago 2006 — 2010
BFA, Fashion Design
Echo Design Group October 2013 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2008 - October 2013
Ben Sherman November 2005 - June 2007
GBMI 2004 - 2005
Polo Jeans Co. 2001 - 2004
Elayne Leshtz Accessories May 1996 - January 2001
Skills
Brand Management, Wholesale, Sales, Jewelry, Sportswear, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Marketing, Fashion Shows, Event Planning, Luxury Goods, Product Training, Accessories, Customer-focused Service, Retail Management, Strengthening Client..., Email Marketing, Trend, Sales Operations, Event Management, Account Management, Brand Development, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Store Management, Visual Merchandising
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1988 — 1992
B.S., Apparel Merchandising
Indiana University Bloomington 1988 — 1992
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Costume Construction Technology
Freelance Remote Independent August 2015 - Present
First Industrial Realty Trust 2005 - 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2005 - 2005
Equity Residential 2002 - 2005
Cushman/Amberg Communications 1999 - 2002
Skills
Editing, Writing, Freelance Writing, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Copywriting, Web Content, Newsletters, Press Releases, Creative Non-fiction, Research, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Published Author, Photography, Internal Communications, Public Relations, Crisis Communications, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Books, Content Development, Social Media, Publicity, Creative Writing, Editorial
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1995 — 1999
Journalism, Public Relations/Image Management, Bachelors
Indiana University Bloomington 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Journalism with concentrations in business and public relations
Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park May 2007 - August 2010
Hope College September 2006 - May 2007
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Fundraising, Corporate Events, Hospitality, Food, Microsoft Office, Public Relations
Education
Hope College 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General, 4.0
Athens Services July 2014 - Present
DC Environmental, LLC November 2013 - June 2014
Freelance May 2013 - June 2014
SimpleRelevance March 2012 - May 2013
Code Academy January 2012 - March 2012
Eved June 2011 - January 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2009 - June 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. April 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Sales, Marketing, New Business Development, Email Marketing, Start-ups, Account Management, Waste Management, Waste Reduction, Property Management, Salesforce.com, Social Media, Trade Shows, Management, Solid Waste, Disposal, Social Media Marketing, Leases, Waste, Marketing Strategy, Environmental Compliance, Sustainability, Budgets, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Partnerships, Lead Generation, Selling, Forecasting, CRM, Business Development, Landscape Architecture, Data Analysis, Organic Farming, Kicking Ass, Time Management, Market Research, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Recycling
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2003 — 2007
BA, Journalism and Mass Communication
Harvard University Graduate School of Design 2013 — 2013
Career Discovery, Landscape Architecture
University of California, Los Angeles
Certificate, Recycling and Municipal Solid Waste Management, Engineering Department, UCLA Extension
The Starter League (Code Academy) 2012 — 2012
John Drake & Associates July 2015 - Present
John Drake & Associates July 2013 - Present
John Drake & Associates May 2011 - July 2013
John Drake & Associates July 2009 - May 2011
John Drake & Associates November 2008 - July 2009
Village of Western Springs 2000 - 2009
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2007 - October 2008
John Drake & Associates June 2006 - September 2007
Oak Trust Credit Union December 2005 - May 2006
International Truck and Engine November 2004 - October 2005
Skills
Team Management, Windows Desktop..., Macintosh Applications, Macintosh hardware, Process Improvement, Communication, Graphic Design, Creative Writing, Speech Writing, Public Speaking, User Documentation, Process Flow, Technical Recruiting, Full-life Cycle..., Help Desk Support, Remote Desktop, Desktop Deployment, IT Service Delivery, Management, Technical Support, Virtualization, Project Management, XP, Recruiting, IaaS, Troubleshooting, Hardware, Sales, Contract Recruitment, VMware, Windows, Remote Infrastructure..., Human Resources, Operating Systems, Data Analysis, Disaster Recovery, Internet Recruiting, Windows Server, Software Installation, Cloud Computing, Vendor Management, Active Directory, ITIL, Account Management, Customer Service, VDI, Time Management, Data Center, Enterprise Architecture, Windows XP
Education
Illinois State University 2002 — 2004
BA, Mass Communication (Major) Parks and Recreation Administration (Minor)
College of DuPage 2002 — 2003
NA, General
Columbia College Chicago 2001 — 2002
NA, Radio Production
Lyons Township High School 1996 — 2000
Westchester Elementary School
Trunk Club June 2014 - August 2014
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2013 - December 2013
Nordstrom October 2012 - November 2013
Nordstrom Rack February 2012 - October 2012
Skills
Sales, Merchandising, Cashiering, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Fashion, Jewelry, Retail, Trade Shows, Visual Merchandising
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, fashion business, Senior
Parsons School of Design 2013 — 2013
Summer Intensive, Design managemnet, A
Ross Stores, Inc. March 2015 - Present
Ross Stores, Inc. March 2014 - March 2015
Ross Stores July 2012 - April 2014
Ross Stores, Inc. August 2011 - July 2012
Ross Stores, Inc. February 2010 - August 2011
American Eagle Outfitters September 2009 - April 2010
Victoria's Secret December 2008 - September 2009
Betsey Johnson October 2008 - November 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. October 2006 - July 2008
Betsey Johnson October 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Fashion, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Textiles, Marketing, Sportswear, Store Management, Sales, Advertising, Retail Buying, Fashion Shows, Trend Forecasting
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2005 — 2008
BA, Fashion Marketing and Management
The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fashion Marketing
Avery-Hess, Realtors® November 2013 - Present
Olio Port 2011 - November 2013
Taproot Foundation 2011 - May 2013
Papyrus-Recycled Greetings 2007 - 2011
Valcom 2005 - 2007
T&M Supply Companies 2002 - 2005
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2001 - 2001
Skills
Creative Direction, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Online Marketing, Brand Development, Advertising, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Product Development, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Licensing, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Art Direction, Market Planning, Press Releases, Editing, Strategic Planning, Copywriting, Marketing Management, B2B, Event Management, Marketing Research, Product Marketing, Brand Awareness, Digital Marketing, Creative Strategy, Corporate Branding, Digital Strategy, SEM, Leadership, Management, Product Management, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Customer Insight, Public Relations, Blogging
Education
Roosevelt University 2007 — 2010
Master's, Marketing Communications
Marymount University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Fashion Merchandising & Design
HOLLY HUNT 2015 - Present
Lichten Craig Architecture + Interiors July 2012 - June 2015
Lichten Craig Architects LLP January 2012 - July 2012
Frank Ponterio Interior Design September 2011 - December 2011
Hanes & Associates, PLLC February 2010 - September 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2010 - January 2010
Skills
AutoCAD, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Vectorworks, SketchUp, Revit, FF&E, Furniture, Interior Architecture, Design Research
Education
Michigan State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Interior Design
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2012 - October 2012
Hammer Museum 2011 - 2012
The Museum of Contemporary Art, Los Angeles 2005 - 2010
Orange County Museum of Art 2002 - 2005
The Fabric Workshop and Museum 1998 - 2002
Philadelphia Museum of Art 1996 - 1998
Peggy Guggenheim Collection 1996 - 1996
Education
Drexel University 1999 — 2001
MS, Arts Administration
Temple University 1991 — 1995
BA, Art History
Onni Properties Chicago - Onni Group of Companies 2013 - Present
Jones Lang LaSalle 2012 - 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2006 - 2012
Girard's Ace Hardware and Lighting Company 2005 - 2006
Ridge Rental Management 2004 - 2005
Bishop Hardware and Supply 2001 - 2004
Girard's Ace Hardware and Lighting Company 1998 - 2001
Skills
Property Management, Real Estate, Contract Negotiation, Construction Management, Facilities Management, Negotiation, Budgets, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Leases, Asset Managment, Process Scheduler, Contract Management, Vendor Management, Management, Project Management, Sales, Trade Shows, Construction, Commercial Real Estate, Account Management, Training, Asset Management, Business Development, Lease Administration, CRM, Forecasting, Corporate Real Estate, Real Estate Development, Process Improvement, Tenant, Real Estate Transactions, Finance, Investment Properties, Property, Real Estate Economics, Lease Negotiations, Disposition, Landlords, Residential Homes, Selling, Shopping Centers, Location Intelligence, Tenant Improvement, Due Diligence, Brokerage, Facilities Operations, Portfolio Management, LEED
Education
Illinois State University 2001 — 2005
B.S., Business Management and Quantitative Methods
Sales Force Marketing Cloud October 2014 - Present
Epsilon September 2013 - October 2014
Empire Today February 2012 - September 2013
Americaneagle.com December 2010 - February 2012
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago January 2009 - January 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2007 - December 2008
Skills
User Experience, Web Design, Information Architecture, CSS, Web Development, Web Project Management, CMS, jQuery, SEO, Wireframes, XHTML, E-commerce, Wordpress, Google Analytics, HTML 5, Usability, Dreamweaver, WordPress, Web Analytics
Education
Columbia Southern University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
DeVry University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Information Technology
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. Assistant Manager, Woman'sMark ShaleJanuary 2000 - March 2005
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Fashion Retail Management
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 2009 - Present
Vince May 2008 - February 2009
Paper Denim and Cloth June 2007 - May 2008
Poleci 2005 - 2007
Lucky Brand Jeans March 2004 - August 2005
Elie Tahari 2002 - 2004
Skills
Fashion, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Styling, Merchandising
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1998 — 2002
BS, Apparel Merchandising, Marketing
Sunflower Systems November 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2007 - October 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Acquisition, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Computer Proficiency, Graphics Software, Easily Adaptable, Federal Government, Federal Contracts, Product Marketing, Salesforce.com, Email Marketing, Event Management, Sales Management, Public Relations, Team Building, Advertising, Account Management, Event Planning, Sales, Strategic Planning
Education
Appalachian State University 2002 — 2006
BS
Retail Merchandising Services March 2011 - January 2012
Randa Accessories October 2011 - December 2011
Macy's October 2010 - February 2011
Cinmar April 2010 - August 2010
Beta Boutique 2008 - 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2007 - 2010
The Oprah Winfrey Show October 2009 - November 2009
Furio Apparel April 2009 - June 2009
Balle de Match, llc February 2008 - February 2009
Gen Art 2007 - 2009
Skills
Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Fashion Shows, Sales, Styling
Education
Wayne State University 2004 — 2007
BA, Fashion Merchandising
Eastern Michigan University 2001 — 2003
Apparel & Textiles
RL Edward Partners September 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2005 - January 2014
Turner Construction May 2004 - July 2005
Skills
Construction Management, Value Engineering, Change Orders, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Pre-construction, Construction, Real Estate, Real Estate Development, Property Management, LEED AP, LEED, Budgets, Facilities Management
Education
Illinois State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor, Construction Management
Factio Media August 2014 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2004 - August 2014
CME Group 2002 - 2004
Skills
Email Marketing, Art, Social Media, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Art Direction, Creative Director, Web Design, Responsive Web Design, Advertising, User Experience, Google Analytics
Education
The Illinois Institute of Art
Bachelor's of Fine Arts Web Design and Multimedia, Web Design and Multimedia
Self Employed August 2013 - Present
Webb deVlam October 2012 - August 2013
Webb Scarlett deVlam August 2004 - September 2012
Talent Garden May 1998 - July 2004
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1995 - 1998
Lighthouse 1990 - 1994
Skills
Design Thinking, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Social Media, Photoshop, Branding & Identity, Consumer Products, Product Development, Packaging, Product Design, Corporate Finance, Financial Accounting, Project Finance, Design Strategy, Finance, Brand Architecture, Strategy, Project Accounting, Account Reconciliation, Management, Strategic Planning, Consulting
Education
DePaul University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting
Columbia College Chicago 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Arts Administration
The Parking Spot July 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2009 - July 2012
PricewaterhouseCoopers August 2006 - August 2009
Deloitte & Touche June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Financial Reporting, Accounting
Education
Michigan State University 2005 — 2006
Masters of Science, Accounting
Michigan State University 2001 — 2005
Bachelors of Arts, Accounting
Camping World and Good Sam March 2014 - Present
Camping World and Good Sam September 2011 - March 2014
Michael Caruso Real Estate Group October 2010 - August 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. October 2009 - October 2010
Fearless Records June 2008 - August 2008
Arizona State University November 2007 - July 2008
Skills
Trade Shows, Advertising, Copywriting, Event Planning, Direct Marketing, Online Advertising, Press Releases, Sales, Press Kits, Editing, Publicity, Customer Service, Negotiation, Research, New Media, Real Estate, Consulting, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, Retail Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Project Management, Event Management, Merchandising, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Blogging, Social Media
Education
Arizona State University - W. P. Carey School of Business 2005 — 2009
B.A., Marketing
dana hills high school
Lisa Hearld Interior Design February 2002 - Present
American Library Association 1999 - February 2002
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. November 1997 - 1999
Education
Lawrence University 1988 — 1992
QuikOrder® May 2015 - Present
Cars.com August 2012 - December 2014
Cars.com February 2012 - August 2012
Cars.com February 2011 - February 2012
Qonnect, Inc. January 2010 - January 2011
Chicago Sun Times/Wantsa Media June 2007 - July 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. December 2006 - January 2007
Cardinal Health- Waukegan May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Mobile Marketing, Creative Direction, Salesforce.com, Social Media, Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Marketing, Online Advertising, SEM, Lead Generation, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service
Education
Illinois State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Communications, Political Science
IIDA Headquarters 1997 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1993 - 1997
Skills
Public Speaking, Written & Oral..., Speech Writing, Editing, Program Facilitation, Strategic Planning, Strategic Thinking, Team Facilitation, Organizational..., Marketing Strategy, Thought Leadership, Presentation Coaching, Association Management, Non-profit Board..., Fun, Humor
Education
Boston University 1980 — 1984
Print Journalism and Economics
Corporate Communications, Inc. 2014 - Present
Cazbah January 2005 - August 2014
New York City Department of Education June 2002 - August 2004
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2000 - June 2002
Bernard Hodes Group August 1998 - May 2000
TMP Worldwide November 1997 - August 1998
Skills
SEO, Email Marketing, Project Management, Web Analytics, Web Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Web Design, Social Networking, SEM, Website Development, Mobile Marketing, Google Adwords, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Blogging, Marketing, Web Development, Google Analytics, Management, Online Marketing, E-commerce, Advertising, WordPress, Content Development, Digital Strategy, Entrepreneurship, B2B, Facebook, Direct Marketing, Lead Generation, Brand Development, Analytics, Public Relations, User Experience, Web Marketing, B2B Marketing, SMO, Information Architecture, Small Business
Education
St. John Fisher College 2007 — 2010
MS, Literacy Education, Literacy Education - Birth-12
Fordham University 2002 — 2004
MS, Education
Syracuse University 1993 — 1997
BS, Marketing and Public Relations
Havas Worldwide Chicago November 2014 - Present
Critical Mass August 2007 - November 2014
Designkitchen July 2005 - July 2007
B2P Commerce Corp. February 2005 - July 2005
DiMS August 2002 - February 2005
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 1998 - January 2002
Skills
Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Brand Management, Content Strategy, Campaigns, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Mobile Marketing
Education
Loyola University Chicago School of Law 1994 — 1997
J.D., Law
University of Notre Dame 1990 — 1994
B.A., English
Georgetown Jingle July 2009 - Present
SCW Interiors April 2011 - September 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2006 - July 2011
Skills
Interior Design, Trade Shows, Space planning, Furniture, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Advertising, Email Marketing, Management
Education
Howard University 2001 — 2006
BA, Interior Design
International Market Centers June 2011 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 1999 - June 2011
Skills
Management, Customer Service, Budgets, Merchandising, Marketing, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Logistics, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, New Business Development, Sales, Microsoft Office, Account Management, Negotiation, Advertising, Sales Management, Operations Management, Marketing Communications, Time Management, Sales Operations, Public Speaking, Team Building, Microsoft Word, Event Management, Social Networking, Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Public Relations, Purchasing, Event Planning, Logistics Management, Contract Negotiation, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, PowerPoint, Materials Management, Innovation Management, Big-picture Thinking, Cross-functional Team..., Multi Tasking, Teamwork, Spreadsheets, Microsoft Excel, Entrepreneurship, Coaching, Computers, Business Strategy
Education
Guilford Technical Community College 2006 — 2016
Associate's degree, Business
4insights, LLC March 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 2009 - February 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1992 - March 2009
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Copywriting, Trade Shows, Public Relations, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Media Relations, Corporate Communications, Event Planning, Advertising, Marketing, Brand Development, Brand Management, Event Management, Account Management, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Fundraising, Press Releases, Direct Marketing, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Strategic Partnerships, Market Research, Nonprofits
Education
Boston College 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
John R. Wood Realtors Inc. 2010 - Present
@properties June 2009 - November 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2001 - July 2008
Skills
Investment Properties, Single Family Homes, New Home Sales, Short Sales, Foreclosures, Listings, Social Media, Condos, Sales, Sellers, First Time Home Buyers
Education
DePaul University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor’s Degree, Communication and Media Studies
Harvey Wise Design March 2013 - Present
ELTE October 2012 - March 2013
The Automated Group February 2012 - October 2012
Homesav October 2011 - September 2012
Labatt Breweries of Canada May 2008 - February 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
AutoCAD, Rendering, Space Planning, Color Selection, Interior Design, sketchup, Sketching, Space-planning, Space planning, Finish, Lighting, SketchUp, Furniture, Residential Homes
Education
Humber College 2010 — 2011
Interior Decorating with Honours
Trent University 2005 — 2009
BA, Philosophy, Cultural Studies
Richview Collegiate Institute
Collaborative Development Network January 2013 - Present
St. Kizito, Our Lady of Good Counsel Sister Parish Committee November 2011 - Present
Kristin Lobron May 2005 - February 2013
USAID September 2000 - April 2005
Commissioner October 2003 - December 2004
US Department of State, US Senate, USAID/Tanzania July 2000 - September 2002
The Foreside Company October 1998 - July 2000
US Department of Commerce October 1999 - May 2000
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 1997 - August 1998
Advertising Information Services June 1996 - August 1997
Skills
Grant Writing, Economic Development, Writing, Grants, Proposal Writing, Non-profits, Research, International..., Africa, Economics, Fundraising, NGOs, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Strategy
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1998 — 2000
African Studies, Urban Planning/ Small Business
Michigan State University 1992 — 1996
BA Interdisciplinary Humanities, Foreign Relations, History, English
Plymouth-Canton High School
Wolverine World Wide January 2011 - March 2013
Reagan Marketing + Design March 2004 - January 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2003 - March 2004
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Account Management, Project Management, Program Development, Writing, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Collateral Development, Strategic Planning, Relationship Building, Client Partnerships, Collateral
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2011
Master of Business Administration, International Marketing/Business
Central Michigan University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Marketing, Apparel Merchandising/Design
Pennsylvania Convention Center - An SMG Managed Facility December 2013 - Present
Advertising Specialty Institute November 2011 - October 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. April 2008 - November 2011
The Washington Post Company March 2004 - December 2007
Reed Exhibitions March 1994 - October 2004
Skills
Entertainment, Government, Security, Facilities Management, Fashion, Gambling, Trade Shows, Event Management, New Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Event Planning, Sales Management, Budgets, Account Management, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Lead Generation
Education
George Mason University - School of Business 1984 — 1989
Bachelor of Sciences Economics, Business Administration
George Mason University
Batavia Public School District 101 July 2014 - Present
Sweeterville.com May 2014 - Present
Candy.com January 2010 - February 2014
Candy & Snack TODAY April 2010 - September 2010
Professional Candy Buyer Magazine + CandyBuyer.com May 2009 - January 2010
M2MEDIA360 2004 - May 2009
Specialty Coffee Retailer Magazine - M2MEDIA360 June 2004 - January 2007
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 1995 - June 1997
Appraisal Institute August 1993 - August 1995
Skills
Writing, Corporate Communications, Web Content, Newsletters, Publications, Copy Editing, Social Media, Blogging, Photoshop, Editing, Press Releases, Magazines, Editorial, Content Management, Email Marketing, Facebook, Journalism, Online Advertising, Advertising, B2B, Public Relations, Creative Direction, Publishing, Social Networking, Marketing, Graphic Design, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Newspapers, Marketing Strategy, Feature Articles, Marketing Communications, Sales, Photography, Trade Shows, AP Style, Direct Mail, SEO, Strategy, Copywriting, Freelance Writing, Brand Development, Content Strategy, Dreamweaver, Content Development, Integrated Marketing, Brand Awareness, Direct Marketing, E-commerce, News Writing
Education
Miami University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science, Business Marketing
Bound Tree Medical July 2015 - Present
Distinctive Marble & Granite July 2013 - July 2015
Carr Supply November 2005 - July 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2003 - July 2005
Randstad September 2002 - May 2003
Experience Columbus November 2000 - August 2002
Skills
Sales Management, Customer Service, New Business Development, Negotiation, Sales, Selling, Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Management, Account Management, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Organization, Close Attention to..., Microsoft Office, Kitchen & Bath Design, Project Coordination, Residential Homes
Education
Miami University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
Dublin Coffman High School 1992 — 1996
Skender Construction July 2015 - Present
Ghafari Associates, LLC March 2012 - July 2015
Katten Muchin Rosenman LLP August 2011 - March 2012
SmithAmundsen LLC April 2010 - August 2011
Total Attorneys September 2009 - December 2009
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2009 - September 2009
Total Attorneys June 2009 - September 2009
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2005 — 2009
BA, English
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2013 - Present
Helen Newman Ltd February 2011 - November 2013
Meridian Entertainment 2007 - 2010
Skills
Fashion, Sales Management, Apparel, Strategic Planning, Marketing Management, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Public Speaking, Retail, Negotiation, Budgets, Illustrator, Market Research, Public Relations, Account Management, Brand Development, Social Networking, Trade Shows, Advertising, Social Media, E-commerce, Marketing Communications, Management, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Marketing, Event Management, Brand Management, Facebook, Styling, Team Building, Trend Analysis
Education
Flagler College
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration and Management, General
Uber June 2014 - Present
San Francisco State University 2013 - April 2015
The Climate Corporation March 2013 - June 2014
Esurance May 2012 - March 2013
Loyola University Chicago September 2010 - May 2012
Allstate September 2009 - May 2012
Allstate March 2009 - September 2009
Encompass Insurance July 2008 - March 2009
Allstate July 2006 - 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. November 2002 - July 2006
Skills
Litigation Management, Dispute Resolution, Business Strategy, Innovation, Adult Education, Property & Casualty..., Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Legal Writing, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Insurance, Corporate Law, Finance, Litigation Support, Due Diligence, Claim, Intellectual Property, Licensing, Policy, Leadership, Trials, Risk Management, Arbitration, Strategy, Start-ups, Management, Insurance Law, Strategic Planning
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2002 — 2005
JD, Law
Lake Forest Graduate School of Management 2006 — 2009
MBA, Business
West Virginia University 1998 — 2002
BA, Political Sci.
University of Illinois at Chicago March 2014 - Present
CEDA August 2012 - August 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 2011 - September 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties Inc October 2010 - February 2011
Office of Student Life August 2007 - August 2010
Skills
Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Marketing, Event Management, Public Relations, Leadership, Event Planning, Sales, Management, CRM, Project Planning, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Communication, General
IIDA September 2014 - Present
Honor Finance June 2011 - September 2014
Compass Organizing, Inc. August 2009 - December 2013
Kalamazoo Outdoor Gourmet January 2008 - May 2009
Lord & Taylor April 2007 - December 2007
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2004 - March 2007
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc.Chicago, IL September 2002 - August 2004
The Museum of Modern Art July 2000 - August 2002
Sonet AgencyNew York, NY August 1998 - July 2000
Felissimo March 1993 - August 1998
Skills
Organizing, Planning, Teaching, Administration, Public Speaking, Writing, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Project Planning, Social Media, System Administration, Public Relations, Event Planning
Education
Albion College 1989 — 1992
B.A., English, Art and Secondary Education
EmCare February 2014 - Present
EmCare November 2013 - February 2014
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2005 - June 2013
Portraits by Sayles at Marshall Field's October 2003 - April 2005
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Event Planning, Event Management, Trade Shows, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Public Relations, Fashion Shows, Merchandising, Fashion, Email Marketing, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Brand Management, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Trend Analysis, Sponsorship, Corporate Communications, Styling, Retail, Facebook, Management, Direct Marketing, Online Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Apparel, Social Networking, Sales, Online Advertising, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Blogging
Education
Dominican University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fashion Design, Fashion Merchandising, Studio Art
Chicago Association of Realtors 2009 — 2009
Training & Certification, Real Estate
Universal Holdings of North America September 2013 - Present
DDS Lab, Inc. April 2013 - September 2013
Sanwa Growers, Inc August 2011 - April 2013
The Personnel Board of Jefferson County August 2009 - December 2009
First Advantage Corporation October 2008 - June 2009
Casa Central March 2008 - May 2008
Make-A-Wish Foundation - Illinois August 2007 - May 2008
ChildServ April 2007 - August 2007
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2006 - April 2007
Owensboro Medical Health System January 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Workforce Management, Employee Relations, HRIS, Onboarding, Training, Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Management, Interviews, Leadership, Recruiting, Talent Management, Benefits Administration, Personnel Management
Education
University of South Florida 2012 — 2014
Master of Science (MS), Exercise Science
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology 2006 — 2008
MA, Industrial Organizational Psychology
Brescia University 2002 — 2006
University of Buenos Aires 1998 — 2002
Modern Luxury August 2015 - Present
kate spade new york October 2014 - Present
Zapwater Communications April 2015 - July 2015
Skirt PR August 2014 - November 2014
Charming Charlie April 2012 - October 2014
The Everygirl, LLC August 2013 - June 2014
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2011 - December 2013
Skills
Cision, Dreamweaver, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Social Media, WordPress, Graphic Design, Styling, Event Planning
Education
The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fashion Marketing and Management
The Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago 2012 — 2013
Associate of Applied Science (A.S.), Graphic Design
Ann Taylor June 2015 - Present
Factor Women Model Management August 2015 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2013 - Present
Victoria Henley Consulting May 2011 - Present
Columbia College Chicago May 2014 - May 2015
Ports 1961 January 2014 - December 2014
AllSaints February 2013 - January 2014
ALDO Group February 2011 - January 2013
Skills
Fashion, Customer Service, Retail, Sales, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, JavaScript, Sales Management, Illustrator, Photoshop, Facebook, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Inventory Management, OS X, Excel, Event Planning, Social Media
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Fashion Business
Western Illinois University 2011 — 2013
Associate's degree, Fashion Merchandising
BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP October 2014 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Manufacturing Renaissance October 2014 - January 2015
ALIVE Magazine September 2013 - October 2013
francesca’s® July 2012 - December 2012
Foot Locker-House of Hoops March 2011 - May 2012
Dr. Victor Horsley Offices, DPM June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Styling, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Sales, Window Displays, Event Planning, Advertising, Cashiering, Management, Photography
Education
Southwestern Illinois College 2012 — 2014
Associate's degree, General Studies
Columbia College Chicago 2014 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Fashion Busness/Marketing, Junior
Santa Fe Capital Group June 2015 - Present
BSI Consulting April 2015 - Present
Constellation Brands March 2013 - June 2015
Crown Imports, LLC November 2010 - March 2013
Zebra Technologies July 2008 - November 2010
Alex Frederick Consulting November 2006 - July 2007
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2007 - January 2007
Skills
Inventory Management, Project Planning, Access, Microsoft Excel, Program Management, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Strategy, MS Project, Account Management, Business Development, Training, Problem Solving, Marketing, Project Management, Excel, Customer Relations
Education
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business 2014 — 2017
MBA Candidate, Strategic Management, Economics, Finance
Stanford University 2014 — 2014
Graduate Coursework, Innovation & Entrepreneurship, A
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Business; Supply Chain Management, International Business
NEOMA Business School 2006 — 2006
Study Abroad, International Business
Universidad de Belgrano 2007 — 2007
Study Abroad, Economics
WPP April 2010 - Present
Bryn Mawr Communications June 2007 - August 2011
Gap Inc. 2005 - 2007
DIFFA/Chicago January 2004 - June 2005
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2001 - January 2004
Merchanidse Mart Properties, Inc. May 2000 - July 2001
Skills
Marketing, Advertising, Budgets, Retail, New Business Development, Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Global Marketing, Events, Personnel Management, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Trade Shows, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Project Planning, Corporate Events, Project Management, Networking, Events Coordination, Live Events
Education
Boise State University
Communications
AbbVie June 2015 - Present
AbbVie September 2013 - June 2015
Intouch Solutions October 2011 - September 2013
Corbett Accel Healthcare Group June 2011 - October 2011
Corbett Accel Healthcare Group April 2010 - June 2011
Corbett Accel Healthcare Group November 2008 - March 2010
Corbett Accel Healthcare Group November 2007 - November 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Direct Mail, Marketing Communications, Creative Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Account Management, Social Media, Digital Media, Direct Marketing, Media Planning, Mobile Marketing, Marketing
Education
DePauw University 2003 — 2007
English Writing, English Writing, Sociology, History
The University of Queensland 2006 — 2006
Study Abroad
Anthem, Inc. June 2015 - Present
BlueCross and BlueShield (HCSC) December 2010 - June 2015
BlueCross and BlueShield (HCSC) May 2004 - December 2010
University of Illinois system April 2003 - May 2004
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 1999 - January 2002
Skills
Leadership Development, Organizational..., Talent Management, Program Management, Process Improvement, Strategy, Training, Leadership, Organizational..., Learning Management, Management, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Onboarding, Instructional Design, Employee Training, Needs Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Blended Learning, Learning Management..., Performance Improvement, Change Management, Project Management, Team Building
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Human Resource Development
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
B.A., Speeh Communications
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business 2013 — 2014
Executive Education Programs
Classic Party Rentals July 2015 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 2001 - Present
Saks Incorporated 1999 - 2001
Skills
Fashion, Fashion Shows, Apparel, Marketing, Trade Shows, Trend Analysis, Event Management, Visual Merchandising, Styling, Creative Direction, Merchandising, Event Planning, Retail, Social Media Marketing, Management, Trend, Brand Development, Textiles, Wardrobe, Marketing Strategy, Sewing, Public Relations, Luxury Goods, Time Management, Trend Forecasting, Fashion Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Networking Strategy, LinkedIn
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 1994 — 1998
BFA, Fashion Design
College of DuPage 1994 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art/Art Studies, General
Pasadena Center Operating Company April 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2009 - September 2011
George Little Management August 2008 - May 2009
AmericasMart September 2006 - July 2008
AmericasMart July 2002 - May 2006
AmericasMart September 2000 - July 2002
Education
Rollins College 1996 — 2000
B.A, International Business
Jagiellonian University 1998 — 1998
Economics, Polish Language
Clearwater Central Catholic High School 1992 — 1996
ORION FASHIONS September 2014 - Present
Orion Fashions, Inc July 2009 - September 2014
FIT 2013 - 2014
Mervyns May 2008 - October 2008
Mervyns August 2007 - May 2008
Mervyns July 2005 - August 2007
Claire's Boutique Incorporated & Icing by Claire's November 2003 - July 2005
Claire's Accessories November 2002 - October 2003
Von Maur January 2001 - January 2002
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 1999 - July 1999
Skills
Demand Planning, Brand Management, Product Development, Negotiation, Outlook, IBM iSeries, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Teamwork, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Word, Fashion Jewelry, Visual Merchandising, Retail
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2013 — 2014
Continuing education, Fashion Merchandising
City College of San Francisco 2006 — 2008
Continuing Education, French Language, Fashion Design
Harper College 2003 — 2005
Continuing Education, Fashion/Apparel Design
University of Northern Iowa 1995 — 1999
B.A., Textiles and Apparel
Paris Fashion Institute 1998 — 1998
Certificate, Fashion Design and Merchandising
CPSAssociates 2012 - Present
Illinois Sports Facilities Authority 2005 - 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1991 - 2005
Skills
Owner Representation, Construction Consulting, Facilities Development, Financial Investments..., LEED, Value Engineering, Construction Management, Space planning, Design-Build, Green Building, Facilities Management, Interior Design, Submittals, Pre-construction, LEED AP, Construction Drawings, Strategic Planning, Property Management, Furniture, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Budgets, Sustainable Design, Project Planning, Real Estate, Construction, Sustainability, Renovation, SketchUp, Design Research, AutoCAD, Comprehensive Planning
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 1973 — 1980
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), MBA (abd)
Stuart School of Business at Illinois Institute of Technology
MBA (abd), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Labriola Restaurants July 2014 - Present
Epic Restaurant October 2011 - July 2014
The GRID October 2013 - February 2014
Epic Restaurant March 2011 - October 2011
Vanille Patisserie October 2010 - February 2011
JAM Restaurant April 2010 - October 2010
Leo J. Shapiro & Associates August 2008 - March 2010
a cosmetic company June 2006 - May 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2004 - June 2006
Education
The French Pastry School 2010 — 2010
DePaul University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Science with Honor, Marketing
Grant Thornton LLP May 2015 - Present
Grant Thornton LLP August 2011 - May 2015
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI) June 2010 - August 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI) May 2009 - August 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. (MMPI) March 2008 - May 2009
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 2006 - March 2008
McPhilimy Associates July 2004 - March 2006
March of Dimes January 2004 - July 2004
Skills
Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Management, Media Relations, Event Planning, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management, Trade Shows, Budgets, New Business Development, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Account Management, Analysis, Media Buying, Proposal Writing, Nonprofits, Negotiation
Education
DePaul University 2000 — 2004
Bachelors, Major: Communications (Media Studies); Minor: Marketing
McKesson July 2015 - Present
McKesson December 2014 - July 2015
Capital One April 2013 - August 2013
Trump International Hotel & Tower Chicago January 2010 - December 2012
N9NE Group Chicago March 2006 - 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2008 - January 2009
Water Tower Financial Partners, LLC 2009 - 2009
GlaxoSmithKline June 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Event Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Hospitality, Event Planning, Integrated Marketing, Customer Service, Press Releases, Trade Shows, Microsoft Office, Hotels, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Project Management, Process Management, Process Improvement, Marketing Management, Meeting Planning, Brand Development, Brand Management, Strategy, Multi-media Marketing..., Corporate Events, Sales Support, Food, Account Management, Hospitality Management, Coordination, New Business Development, Brand Awareness, Social Media Marketing, Management, Leadership, Customer Relations, Program Development
Education
DePaul University 2006 — 2008
Marketing, Bachelor of Science in Commerce
Columbia College - Chicago
Liberal Arts, Advertising Arts
PHD Worldwide March 2015 - Present
Starcom MediaVest Group March 2014 - March 2015
I Imagine June 2013 - March 2014
WORKSHOP/CoOp May 2012 - August 2012
The RFK Center for Justice and Human Rights January 2012 - February 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2011 - August 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Research, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Marketing, Human Rights, Public Relations, Blogging, Press Releases, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, PowerPoint, Facebook, Market Research, Digital Strategy, Interactive Media..., Advertising, Online Media Buys
Education
DePauw University 2009 — 2013
Communication
Patterson Dental November 2012 - Present
InterCall May 2012 - November 2012
InterCall February 2012 - May 2012
Empire Today November 2010 - March 2011
Chicago Downtown Digs May 2010 - November 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. February 2010 - May 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2008 - January 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. October 2006 - June 2008
Chicago Downtown Digs February 2005 - November 2006
Windy City Apartment Rentals June 2004 - February 2005
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Salesforce.com, Event Management, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Event Planning, Social Media, Online Advertising, Sales, Sales Process, CRM, Digital Marketing, Budgets, Social Networking, B2B, Strategy, Direct Sales, Business Development
Education
Carleton College 1998 — 2002
BA, Psychology
Trunk Club March 2012 - Present
The Peninsula Chicago September 2008 - March 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. February 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Fashion, Retail, Process Scheduler, Event Planning, Event Management, Social Networking, Social Media, Customer Service, Time Management, Merchandising, Management, Hospitality, Inventory Management, Data Entry, Customer Satisfaction, Visual Merchandising, Apparel, Marketing, Social Media Marketing
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Fashion Business
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Bradford Allen Realty Services December 2012 - August 2014
Bradford Allen Realty Services October 2011 - September 2013
Celsis June 2011 - October 2011
ShopLocal September 2010 - June 2011
DePaulia, Weekly newspaper, DePaul University January 2009 - June 2010
BreakingTweets.com 2009 - 2010
Sisu Marcom June 2006 - 2009
Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Facebook, Blogging, Salesforce.com, Marketing Communications, Outlook, Research, Press Releases, Negotiation, Digital Media, Interviews, Market Research, Online Advertising, Sales
Education
DePaul University 2006 — 2010
B.A, Communications
Italiaidea 2008 — 2008
Italian Language and Literature
Farmers & Merchants Bank of Long Beach May 2013 - Present
The Donahue Group 2011 - Present
Minapre Hotel January 2012 - August 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2009 - September 2011
dmg world media January 2008 - May 2009
Ferguson Enterprises August 2006 - November 2007
Walt Disney World January 2005 - June 2005
Citadel Communications 2001 - 2002
Skills
Sales, Event Management, Marketing, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Account Management, Management, Meeting Planning, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Events, Social Media, Advertising, Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Contract Negotiation, Hotels, New Business Development, Sponsorship, Inventory Management, Team Building, Email Marketing, Sales Management, Hospitality, Online Marketing, B2B, Marketing Management, Direct Marketing, Lead Generation, Online Advertising, CRM, Market Planning, Negotiation, Relationship Marketing, Salesforce.com
Education
Baylor University - Hankamer School of Business 2002 — 2006
BBA, Marketing
California State University-Dominguez Hills 2009 — 2009
Certificate, Meeting and Event Planning
Gibson, Dunn & Crutcher LLP March 2015 - Present
D'Artagnan April 2014 - December 2014
Skidmore Owings & Merrill LLP (SOM) November 2012 - January 2014
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. November 2006 - October 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. February 2005 - October 2006
Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings July 2003 - February 2005
Bags & Bows / Chiswick Inc. July 2002 - February 2005
Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Trade Shows, Sales, Event Planning, Event Management, Sales Support Tools, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Visual Merchandising, Commercial Leasing, SketchUp, Revit, 3D Studio Max, Merchandising, Illustrator, EBMS
Education
Western Illinois University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Communications [Radio Broadcasting]; Marketing Minor
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Associate in Applied Science, Interior Design
St. Francis College Preparatory 1993 — 1997
HS Diploma, General Education
Sprinklr July 2014 - Present
Yext November 2013 - June 2014
R/GA July 2012 - November 2013
Zocalo Group August 2011 - January 2013
Zocalo Group August 2011 - May 2012
AT&T Advertising Solutions June 2010 - August 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Facebook, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Web Analytics, Social Networking, Blogging, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Press Releases, Digital Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Sales
Education
Miami University 2007 — 2011
International Studies
University of Virginia 2009 — 2009
Semester at Sea
Hyatt Rosemont March 2015 - Present
Chicago Marriott Schaumburg April 2014 - March 2015
Chicago Marriott Southwest at Burr Ridge June 2012 - April 2014
aloft Chicago O'Hare June 2008 - June 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2008 - June 2008
Elmhurst College January 2004 - February 2008
Elmhurst Chamber of Commerce & Industry January 2007 - January 2008
Elmhurst College September 2006 - 2008
Skills
Event Management
Education
Elmhurst College 2004 — 2008
BS, Marketing
i3 Convergence Academies August 2013 - Present
Chicago Public Schools September 2011 - June 2013
Columbia College Chicago September 2009 - May 2010
Music Dealers 2010 - 2010
OWP/P August 2007 - February 2009
Kurtis Productions 2009 - 2009
Kurtis Productions 2009 - 2009
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2006 - February 2007
Columbia College Chicago 2007 - 2007
Veritasiti 2003 - 2006
Skills
Creative Direction, Photography, Film, Social Media, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Event Planning, Public Relations, Social Networking, Digital Marketing, Elementary Education, Educational Technology, Adult Education, Higher Education
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2006 — 2009
AEMM, Media Management
Columbia College Chicago 1997 — 2003
B.A., Film and Video
Sherwin-Williams Protective & Marine Division November 2014 - Present
Sherwin Williams January 2005 - November 2014
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2001 - 2004
Skills
Sales, Event Planning, Cold Calling, Selling, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Trade Shows, Inventory Management, B2B, Sales Management, New Business Development, Purchasing, Direct Sales
Education
Colorado State University 1993 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Communications
TheraOffice June 2015 - Present
Nordstrom February 2015 - June 2015
Anthem Worldwide June 2014 - February 2015
Schawk! August 2013 - June 2014
Hub International August 2011 - August 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2011 - August 2011
Treasury Management Association of Chicago January 2011 - May 2011
Dominican University August 2009 - April 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Planning, Video Editing, InDesign, Marketing, Customer Service, Editing, PowerPoint, Illustrator, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, Photoshop, Sales, Training, Public Speaking, Management, Microsoft Word, Graphic Design
Education
Dominican University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude, Business Administration; Management
DePaul University 2007 — 2009
Management
DePaul University 2011 — 2011
CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNING
EY September 2014 - Present
Blue Chip Marketing Worldwide October 2013 - September 2014
Blue Chip Marketing Worldwide August 2012 - October 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2012 - July 2012
Nordstrom May 2011 - December 2011
DRIFIRE June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Market Research, Social Media, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Social Networking
Education
Miami University 2008 — 2012
Farmer School of Business, Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
John E. Dolibois European Center, Differdange Luxembourg
International Business
Glenbrook South High School 2004 — 2008
PIvot Structural Engineering February 2008 - Present
Carona Engineers March 2004 - September 2007
MFT Consulting Engineers 2000 - 2004
Parsons Brinckerhoff Quade & Douglas Inc 1999 - 2000
Parsons Corporation 1995 - 1999
Globetrotters Engineering 1992 - 1995
Tenney Pavoni Associates 1993 - 1994
David Zeunert & Assoc 1989 - 1990
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1987 - 1989
Skills
3D Studio Max, CAD, Architectural Drawings, AutoCAD, Surveying, Structural Engineering, Submittals, Drawing, Design Research, Microstation, Mixed-use, Revit, InDesign, Rendering, Space planning, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, AutoCAD Architecture
Education
Poznan University of Technology 1985 — 1990
Bachelor
Harrington College of Design
Associate degree
Insperity August 2013 - Present
Insperity October 2010 - August 2013
Waveland Capital Group October 2009 - September 2010
Bamboo Worldwide May 2008 - September 2009
Le Cordon Bleu Colleges February 2004 - April 2008
Set Resources 2003 - 2004
Research International 2001 - 2004
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2001 - 2003
Foote, Cone & Belding 1997 - 1999
DDB 1994 - 1997
Skills
Brand Development, Strategy, Leadership, New Business Development, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Management, Training, Product Development, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, B2B, Business Strategy, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Branding & Identity, Social Media Consulting, Team Mentoring, Social Media Marketing, Process Improvement, Brand Management, Business Process..., Program Management, Human Capital Management, Organizational..., Performance Improvement, Team Building, Advertising, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Accademia di Belle Arte 1999 — 2001
Laurea, Studio L'Arte
Università Ca' Foscari di Venezia 1999 — 2001
Laurea, Studio L'Arte
University of California, Los Angeles 1988 — 1993
BA, English Literature; BA, Latin
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1997 - 2007
Education
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business
M.B.A., Concentration in Accounting
Northwestern University School of Law
J.D.
Grinnell College
A.B., Chemistry
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 2014 - Present
NeoGrid International February 2013 - January 2014
Neogrid May 2012 - February 2013
Alfred Benesch & Company March 2011 - April 2012
PepsiCo August 2010 - February 2011
Addison Search June 2010 - August 2010
The Container Store August 2000 - June 2010
GOETTSCH PARTNERS, INC June 2008 - May 2010
ZS Associates June 2006 - May 2008
Santa's Best September 2003 - June 2006
Skills
Spanish, Billing, Accruals, Excel, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Accounting, General Ledger, Cash Management, Reconciliation, Teamwork, Internal Controls, Compliance, Invoicing, Microsoft Excel, Software Documentation, Microsoft Office, Account Reconciliation, Journal Entries, Analysis, Financial Reporting, Cash Flow, Fixed Assets, Great Plains Software, Auditing, Financial Analysis, Bank Reconciliation, QuickBooks
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Finance
DeVry University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Science and Business Administration degree, Accounting
Bradford Garrett Group, Inc. September 2009 - Present
Hauri Associates June 1996 - Present
Webster University September 1992 - Present
Northwestern University May 2007 - September 2009
Aon Corporation November 2002 - November 2006
W.W. Grainger 1999 - 2002
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 1998 - August 1999
BP Amoco 1988 - 1995
Skills
Organizational..., Internal Audit, Account Management, Crisis Management, Integration, Internal Investigations, Risk Assessment, Private Investigations, Physical Security, Security Management, Security, Corporate Security, Business Continuity, Police, Litigation, Public Safety, Management, Certified Fraud Examiner, Expert Witness, Emergency Management, Fraud, Investigation, Risk Analysis, Leadership, Mentoring, Security Operations, Vulnerability Assessment, Surveillance, Security Audits, Executive Protection, Protection, Firearms, Risk Management, Information Security..., Enforcement, Homeland Security, Counterterrorism, Background Checks, Program Management, Interrogation, Crime Prevention, Policy, Defense, Forensic Analysis, Criminal Investigations, Computer Forensics, Security Training, Criminal Justice, Evidence, Intelligence
Education
Webster University
MA, Management
FBI National Academy 1988 — 1988
Session 152, Police Administration
National Louis University
BA, Behavioral Sciences
Georgetown University
Management
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School
Management
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. November 2005 - May 2010
Education
Miami University 2001 — 2005
Rosenthal Collins Group October 2013 - February 2015
American Nutrition Association January 2012 - October 2013
University of Chicago Booth School of Business July 2010 - October 2011
North Park Creative February 2006 - July 2010
Illinois Institute of Technology 2004 - 2006
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2003 - 2004
The Field Museum 2001 - 2003
Skills
Marketing Communications, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Automation, Salesforce.com, Brand Development, Digital Strategy, CRM Integration, Online Marketing, Market Analysis, Digital Marketing, Management, Creative Direction, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Strategy, Social Media, SEO, Online Advertising, Google Analytics, Strategic Planning, Market Planning, Email Marketing, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, B2B, Website Development, Social Networking, Market Research, Strategic Communications, Team Management, Strategic Partnerships, Multi-channel Marketing, CRM
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), International Business
Illinois Institute of Technology 2009 — 2013
M.S., Environmental Management
Purdue University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Advertising
Top Box Foods May 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2006 - July 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2007 - 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2006 - 2007
Misericordia Home 1990 - 1997
Skills
Writing Skills, Advocacy, Corporate Communications, Communications Strategy, Public Relations, Media Relations, Non-profits, Fundraising, Strategic Communications, Establishing Strategic..., Contemporary Art, Trade Shows, Proposal Writing, Grant Writing, Event Management, Publicity, Management, Strategic Partnerships, Creative Direction, Budgets
Education
Creighton University 1983 — 1987
B.A., Philosophy
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. October 2013 - Present
Tate and Lyle September 2012 - October 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2005 - 2012
Lakefront Supportive Housing (Mercy) 2000 - 2005
Arthur Andersen 1998 - 2000
Skills
Vendor Management, Software Implementation, Salesforce.com, Citrix, Integration, Active Directory, Strategic Planning, Crystal Reports, Event Management, Account Management, Advertising, Troubleshooting, IT Management, Marketing Communications, Training, Project Management, Event Planning, Real Estate, Property Management, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Disaster Recovery, Management, Sales
Education
Creighton University
BSBA, Accounting, Finance, Management Information Systems
Carl Greco & Associates, Ltd. July 2005 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2006 - 2008
Frankel 1996 - 2005
Frankel / Arc Worldwide 1996 - 2005
Skills
Creative Direction, Brand Development, Logo Design, Art Direction, Illustration, Graphic Design, Creative Development, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Print Production, Packaging, Photoshop, Promotions, Typography, Integrated Marketing, Creative Strategy, Art, Advertising, Concept Development, Corporate Branding, Email Marketing, Print
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1982 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design
International Housewares Association June 2014 - Present
International Housewares Association June 2014 - Present
International Market Centers July 2009 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2004 - February 2009
SmithBucklin February 2007 - June 2007
Park Hyatt Hotel Chicago May 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Branding & Identity, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, QuarkXPress, Negotiation, Adobe Freehand, Groupwise, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Press Releases, Advertising, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, SEO, Event Management, Public Relations, Customer Service, Marketing, Lead Generation, Online Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Sales
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1997 — 2001
Bachelors, Communications
Trinity College, Dublin 1999 — 1999
Summer Program, Communications
WestEdge Design Fair LLC January 2013 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2005 - January 2013
MMPI April 2002 - September 2005
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows, Social Media Marketing, Special Events..., P&L Budget Management, Project Management, Sponsorship Programs, Interior Design, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Project Planning, Event Management, Creative Direction, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Copywriting, Event Planning, Sponsorship, Management, P&L Management, Press Releases, Social Media, Advertising, Budgets
Education
Boston College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
IAU Aix-en-Provence, France
International Relations and Affairs
Sacred Heart Griffin
CA VENTURES, LLC March 2013 - Present
MMPI August 2011 - March 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 2002 - February 2013
CB Richard Ellis 2000 - 2002
Arthur Anderson, LLP 1998 - 2000
MOA Hospitality 1994 - 1998
Skills
Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Financial Analysis, Real Estate, Accounting, Budgets, Cash Management, Property Management, Accounts Receivable, Due Diligence, Leadership, Financial Modeling, Finance, GAAP, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Asset Management, Auditing, Cash Flow, Executive Management, Forecasting, Management, Negotiation, Strategic Planning
Education
Elmhurst College 1990 — 1994
Romeoville High School
Digital Ally Inc. February 2014 - Present
MMPI November 2010 - February 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2005 - November 2010
Delia's October 2004 - March 2005
Skills
Event Planning, Trade Shows, Visual Merchandising, Advertising, Fashion Shows, Fashion, Merchandising, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Accounts Receivable, Collections, Retail, Sales, Management, Marketing Strategy, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Trend Analysis, Apparel, Human Resources, Styling, Brand Development, Fashion Design, Textiles, Brand Management, Trend
Education
Kansas State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Apparel and Textile Marketing Management
Kansas State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Apparel and Textile Marketing Management
Pandora April 2015 - Present
CareerBuilder September 2013 - March 2015
Harris & Harris, Ltd. March 2013 - September 2013
Groupon November 2010 - February 2013
Wintrust Financial Corporation April 2008 - November 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2007 - February 2008
Skills
Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Email Marketing
Education
Miami University
Journalism
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2005 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2005 - 2010
Hyatt Hotels Corporation March 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Sales, Trade Shows, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Event Planning, Event Management, Account Management, Salesforce.com, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing
Education
Ball State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Public Relations and Communications
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. October 2005 - Present
Education
Boston University 1999 — 2003
Oncology Nursing Society January 2015 - Present
The American Organization of Nurse Executives (AONE) January 2014 - Present
SmithBucklin Corporation April 2003 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2001 - April 2003
Skills
Trade Shows, Event Planning, Sales, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Volunteer Management, Customer Service, Grants, Proposal Writing, Business Development, Healthcare Industry, Revenue Forecasting, Event Management, Sponsorship Generation, Sponsorship Programs, Sponsorship Relations, Supervisory Experience, Board Relations, Strategic Prospecting, Program Budgeting, Integrated Media Sales, Revenue Growth..., Non-profits, Negotiations, Medical Education, Team Management
Education
Illinois State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, B.S., Biology
Kapow September 2015 - Present
GrubHub Seamless February 2010 - August 2015
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 2009 - January 2010
Altria September 2005 - October 2008
U.S. Congressman Rahm Emanuel April 2005 - July 2005
Illinois Department of Healthcare and Family Services May 2004 - August 2004
State Senator John Cullerton & State Representative Sara Feigenholtz October 2003 - April 2004
City of Chicago Department of Human Services - 10 Year Plan to End Homelessness September 2003 - April 2004
Skills
Business Development, B2B, Project Management, SaaS, Market Research, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Sales, Salesforce.com, Strategic Planning, Solution Selling, Management, Social Media, Policy, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Sales Process, Marketing, Strategic Communications, CRM, New Business Development, Government, Sponsorship, Public Policy, Integrated Marketing, Photoshop, Mobile Devices, Lead Generation, Travel Planning
Education
DePaul University 2002 — 2005
B.A, Public Policy
New York University 2007 — 2007
School of Continuing & Professional Studies, Negotiation and Conflict & Dispute Resolution
Loyola Academy
High School
Retail Properties of America, Inc. March 2005 - July 2015
Retail Properties of America, Inc. 2007 - 2008
The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc. 2006 - 2007
The Inland Real Estate Group of Companies, Inc. 2005 - 2006
ESA North America, LLC 1998 - 2005
Meeting Planning & Organizational Consulting 1997 - 2005
Radiological Society of North America (RSNA) 1985 - 1997
McCormick Place 1983 - 1984
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1979 - 1983
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Management, Budgets, Real Estate, Marketing, Property Management, Location Intelligence, Event Management, Leases, Trade Shows, Lease Negotiations, Disposition, Lease Administration, Commercial Real Estate, New Business Development, Negotiation, Event Planning, Purchasing, Real Estate Development, Facilities Management, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Economics, Shopping Centers, Landlords, Tenant, Investment Properties, Corporate Real Estate, Start-ups, Due Diligence, Property, Marketing Strategy, Travel Management, Tenant Representation, Training, Meeting Planning, Portfolio Management, Project Planning, Association Management, Business Process..., Business Strategy, Cost Reduction, Cross-functional Team..., Operational Risk..., Risk Management, Sustainability, Team Building, Team Leadership, Dispositions, Leadership, Sales
Education
The University of Chicago 2014 — 2015
Graham School of Continuing Liberal and Professional Studies - (Currently enrolled), Leadership in Sustainability Management
DePaul University 1976 — 1979
Communications & Music Education
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2007 - Present
Liz and Jane Clothes January 2002 - February 2004
The Doneger Group July 1994 - January 2000
Education
Art Institute of Atlanta
Fashion Merchandising
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2007 - Present
MMPI June 1999 - May 2007
State of Illinois Commerce Commission October 1997 - June 1999
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Leasing, Risk Management, Drafting Agreements, Real Estate, Negotiation, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Due Diligence, Litigation, Asset Managment, Real Estate Development, Employment Law, Leases, CRM, Joint Ventures, Intellectual Property, Mergers & Acquisitions, Litigation Management, Copyright Law, Corporate Governance, Business Strategy, Financial Analysis, Project Management, Contract Management, Property Management, Management, Data Privacy, Investment Properties, Mergers, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Insurance, Real Estate Transactions, Budgets, Appeals, Arbitration, Civil Litigation, Mediation, Finance, Legal Research, Trademarks, Dispute Resolution, Real Estate Financing, Corporate Law
Education
DePaul University College of Law 1993 — 1996
JD
University of Illinois at Chicago 1989 — 1993
B.S.; graduated with honors, Criminal Justice, Economics
ACC
Legal Lean Sigma and Project Management White Belt Certification
BOMA
RPA certificate
Encylopaedia Britannica January 2015 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2009 - February 2012
Bumble and bumble 2005 - 2008
CCC Information Services 2001 - 2004
Education
DePaul University 1998 — 2002
B.S., Accountancy
H. Spiegel & Associates, Ltd. March 2010 - Present
CES Associates August 2008 - February 2010
FSP Investment Group, LLC January 2005 - July 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. September 1997 - November 2004
Skills
Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Accounting, General Ledger, Due Diligence, Auditing, Budgets
Education
Florida Atlantic University 1995 — 1997
M.S., Accountancy
University of Louisville 1988 — 1993
B.S., Business Admin, Accounting
KIPP NYC August 2014 - Present
Uncommon Schools July 2013 - June 2014
Uncommon Schools July 2012 - July 2013
Uncommon Schools July 2009 - July 2012
Teach for America July 2009 - July 2011
Nordstrom May 2006 - August 2008
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2007 - September 2007
University of Southern California May 2007 - September 2007
Homework Helpers May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Curriculum Development, Educational Leadership, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Tutoring, Staff Development, Marketing, Teacher Training, Market Research, Classroom
Education
City University of New York-Hunter College 2009 — 2011
Masters, Education
University of Southern California 2005 — 2009
Bachelors, Political Science
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 2005 — 2009
Minor, Marketing
Commonwealth of Massachusetts August 2014 - Present
The Capital Network April 2012 - August 2014
Entrepreneurship Policy Advisors May 2013 - November 2013
Boston Redevelopment Authority November 2007 - April 2012
American Cancer Society 2006 - 2007
Boston Community Leadership Academy (BPS) January 2003 - August 2006
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. February 1999 - July 2000
Skills
Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Integrated Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Brand Development, Project Management, Social Networking, Strategy, Marketing, Program Management, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications
Education
Emerson College 2000 — 2001
M.A., Global Marketing Communications, 3.8/4.0
University of Florida 1995 — 1998
B.A., Political Science
Richmond College, London UK 1997 — 1997
Study Abroad
AMLI Residential September 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2006 - October 2012
The Hospitality Group, Worldwide November 2003 - June 2006
News America Marketing July 2001 - April 2003
Skills
Direct Marketing, Trade Shows, Social Media, Advertising, Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1997 — 2001
Bachelors, Marketing & Psychology
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. November 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2009 - November 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2009 - July 2009
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2006 - May 2009
Bell Pottinger Group January 2005 - June 2005
Skills
Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Time Management, Marketing, Advertising, Trade Shows, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Online Advertising, Sponsorship, Digital Marketing, Fundraising, Press Releases, Social Networking
Education
DePauw University 2002 — 2006
B.A.
University of Westminster 2005 — 2005
Study Abroad Student
Saint Ursula Academy, Cincinnati, Ohio 1998 — 2002
Cars.com March 2015 - Present
Cars.com January 2014 - March 2015
Cars.com June 2013 - January 2014
Cars.com June 2012 - June 2013
Meltwater Group 2011 - 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2009 - 2011
MMPI 2007 - 2011
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2008 - 2009
Bob Rogers Travel 2007 - 2008
Skills
Social Media, Trade Shows, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing, Sales, Online Advertising, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Business Development, Selling, Integrated Marketing, Account Management, Facebook, Public Relations, Event Management, Customer Service, Retail, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Salesforce.com, Budgets, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Email Marketing, Management, Lead Generation, Sponsorship
Education
Illinois Wesleyan University 2003 — 2007
BA, Psychology, & Women's Studies
University of Wollongong 2005 — 2005
Psychology
Comcast Spotlight September 2012 - Present
Publicis Groupe March 2011 - September 2012
Publicis Groupe January 2010 - March 2011
Publicis Groupe September 2009 - December 2009
American Eagle Outfitters October 2007 - September 2009
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. July 2006 - August 2006
Elizabeth Gillett, Inc. May 2006 - July 2006
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Event Planning, Facebook, Integrated Marketing, Marketing, Press Releases, Online Advertising, Social Networking, Creative Direction, Sales, CRM
Education
Ball State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Fashion Merchandising and Marketing
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 2009 — 2009
Public Relations
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2011 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2007 - December 2010
Julius Meinl January 2004 - April 2007
Skills
Sales, Furniture, Trade Shows, New Business Development, Marketing, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Wholesale, Retail, Selling, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Account Management, Visual Merchandising, Market Planning, Sales Operations, Negotiation
Education
Liberty University 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BS)
DDB May 2015 - Present
DDB March 2013 - May 2015
AgencyRx December 2011 - December 2012
CAHG September 2010 - November 2011
CAHG December 2009 - September 2010
Williams Labadie June 2009 - November 2009
Bradley University September 2007 - May 2009
CAHG May 2008 - August 2008
Deem Communications June 2007 - August 2007
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Market Research, Marketing, Account Management, Direct Mail, Public Relations, Digital Strategy
Education
New York University 2012 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Integrated Marketing: Digital Marketing
Bradley University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Advertising, Business Management, Business Marketing
Procreation Design Works January 2014 - Present
Informa April 2013 - January 2014
Informa February 2012 - April 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. October 2009 - February 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. April 2009 - October 2009
Kaufhof Warenhaus AG June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Special Events, Event Planning, Event Management, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, Trade Shows, CRM, Marketing, Online Advertising, Corporate Events, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Online Marketing, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Account Management
Education
International School of Management 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Event, Marketing, Tourism and Business Administration
Benefuel, Inc. July 2010 - Present
US Equities Realty, LLC August 2007 - December 2009
Teng and Associates 2006 - August 2007
Ecker Enterprises February 2005 - 2006
The DePalma Group Inc April 2004 - February 2005
Turner Construction October 1999 - February 2004
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 1995 - September 1999
Snell Environmental Group (DLZ Corp) June 1994 - June 1995
Skills
Waivers, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Payroll, Fixed Assets, Financial Statements, Job Costing, Construction, Sales
Education
Central Michigan University 1991 — 1993
BS in BA, Accounting
Northern Michigan University 1989 — 1991
Accounting
Baileys Powerhouse Gym April 2015 - Present
LA Fitness December 2012 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. December 1997 - May 2011
Skills
Security, Property Management, Illustration, Painting, Graphic Design, Customer Service, Character Animation
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Media Arts and Animation
Geneva National Resort April 2015 - Present
Big Foot Area Schools February 2015 - April 2015
Votre Vu September 2008 - January 2015
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 1998 - January 1999
Peoples Energy (Peoples Gas & North Shore Gas) May 1988 - January 1998
Skills
Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Online Advertising, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management, Social Networking, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Direct Marketing, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Leadership, Management
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing, Graduated with Distinction (Honors)
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Journalism
The North Face July 2015 - Present
The North Face April 2013 - Present
American Girl September 2011 - March 2013
American Girl October 2007 - September 2011
American Girl March 2006 - October 2007
American Girl June 2004 - March 2006
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Illustrator, Retail, Styling, Apparel, Graphic Design, Mac, Photoshop, Marketing, Trade Shows, Management, Graphics, Window Displays, Photography, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Planograms
Education
DePaul University 2000 — 2004
BS, Computer Graphics and Animation
ALNO Kitchens and Cabinetry 2011 - Present
Holistic Jin Shin Jytusu December 2005 - Present
Athena Marketing and Events September 2006 - September 2012
Turner Construction Company 2007 - 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2005 - 2007
Ralph Lauren 2003 - 2005
Skills
Public Relations, Event Planning, Advertising, Copywriting, Graphic Design, Copy Editing, Translation, Sales Support, Newsletters, Social Media, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Cabinetry, Fine Art, Sourcing, Website Development, Press Releases, Events, Event Management, Salesforce.com, Media Relations, Facebook, Marketing, Television, Magazines, Trade Shows, Publicity, Fashion, Integrated Marketing
Education
Montessori School 1983 — 1984
American University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
Fashion Institute of Technology 2002 — 2002
School of Continuing Education, Global Sourcing
Tenafly High School
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2006 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2004 - 2006
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 1999 - 2004
First Security Commercial Mortgage, LLC. 1998 - 1999
Skills
Finance & Enterprise..., Database Design, Budget, General Accounting, Team-oriented, Creative Strategy, Oral & Written..., IT Team Development, Professional Experience, Creative Problem Solving, New Business Development, Strategy Implementation, Project Management, Financial Reporting, Revenue Growth..., Capital Project Planning, Presenting to Senior..., Executive Reporting, Market Research, Public Speaking, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Key Performance..., Financial Projections, Collaborative Problem..., Market Analysis, Planning and Analysis, Finance Management, Social Media, Process Improvement, Cost Control Strategies, Strategic Financial..., Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Trend Analysis, Operational Leadership, Assumptions, Change Management, Vendor Relationships, Communication Skills, Scorecard, Presentations, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft PowerPoint, Platforms, Microsoft Word
Education
American InterContinental University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's - (BBA) Business Administration, Specialization in Accounting
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
DePaul University
Pre-Law Studies
American University
Pre-Law Studies
Dept of Veterans Affairs September 2009 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2008 - 2009
Skills
Account Reconciliation, General Ledger, Accounting, Accruals, Journal Entries, Financial Reporting, QuickBooks, Bank Reconciliation, Financial Analysis, Internal Controls, GAAP, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Tax Preparation
Education
DePaul University 2005 — 2008
Aon October 2011 - June 2014
Southblock Management November 2006 - September 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. March 2003 - November 2006
Scholarship & Guidance Association December 2000 - July 2002
Skills
Lotus Notes, Administrative..., Employee Benefits, Insurance, Travel Arrangements, Invoicing, Payroll, Office Management, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Outlook, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Public Speaking, Event Planning
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1998 — 2002
Journalism
Loyola University Medical Center August 2013 - Present
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. 2011 - 2011
Meijer May 2007 - February 2010
Education
Northern Illinois University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist
Bradley University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Pre-Medicine Biology
American Society for Public Administration October 2012 - 2015
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. January 2001 - September 2012
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. February 1999 - January 2001
MRD Associates, Inc. December 1995 - February 1999
Skills
Research, Public Administration, Public Policy, Project Management, Marketing, Community Organizing, Government..., Networking, Executive Support, Volunteering, Public Speaking
Education
Roosevelt University 2007 — 2010
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Political Science and Government
DePaul University 2003 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Undergraduate Commerce
Lowe's Companies, Inc. October 2014 - Present
GCJ Management May 2013 - February 2014
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. August 2001 - April 2013
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. April 2001 - April 2009
CIT November 1999 - August 2001
EY August 1998 - September 1999
United Advertising Publications, Inc. February 1997 - May 1998
United Advertising Publications, Inc. April 1993 - February 1997
Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Trade Shows, Customer Service, Budgets, Human Resources, Payroll, Account Management, Accounting
Education
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College 2014 — 2015
L. W. Reedy Real Estate January 2009 - Present
Prudential Clark & Holm Real Estate 2005 - 2009
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. May 2003 - March 2005
Education
DePaul University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's Degree
Trinity High School 1992 — 1996
Frontline Association Management August 2015 - Present
Freelance Writer July 2010 - Present
Memorial Medical Center June 2013 - February 2015
Springfield Clinic April 2010 - June 2013
Illinois Times July 2009 - April 2010
Merchandise Mart Properties, Inc. June 2007 - July 2009
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Sacred Heart-Griffin
High School