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500 Festival Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Jeffrey Ball Jeffrey Ball Carmel, Indiana Details
Jeffrey Ball's 500 Festival Experience 2004 - 2006
Job Commercial Professional at Skysis, LLC
Industry Pharmaceuticals
Experience
Skysis, LLC  April 2014 - Present
Ambu A/S  June 2009 - April 2014
Eli Lilly  February 2001 - June 2009
500 Festival   2004 - 2006
The Steak n Shake Company  January 1996 - January 2001
LensCrafters  May 1989 - August 1995
Procter & Gamble  May 1986 - May 1989

Skills
Product Development, Global Marketing, Brand Management, Market Planning, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Medical Devices, Product Launch, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Product Management, Brand Development, Customer Insight, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Market Analysis, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Strategic Planning, Pharmaceutical Industry, Segmentation, New Business Development, Account Management, Marketing Research, Business Planning, Budgets, Advertising, Diabetes, International Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Business Development, Capital Equipment, Sales Management, Sales, Direct Marketing, Commercialization, Market Development, Sales Operations, Leadership, Competitive Intelligence, Training, Sales Effectiveness, Strategic Partnerships, Selling, Pharmaceutical Sales, Healthcare, Trade Shows, Salesforce.com

Education
Purdue University - Krannert School of Management   1984 — 1986
MS, Marketing

Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology   1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemical Engineering

Patrick Kraft Patrick Kraft Birmingham, Alabama Details
Patrick Kraft's 500 Festival Experience January 2013 - June 2013
Job Product Associate at Aspen Medical Products
Industry Medical Devices
Experience
Aspen Medical Products  September 2013 - Present
500 Festival   January 2013 - June 2013
IMPACT Sports Group  June 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Facebook, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Team Building, Commutations, Brand Development, Leadership, Problem Solving, Interpersonal Leadership, Sports Marketing, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Blogging, Marketing, Event Management, Sales, Budgets, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Email Marketing, Sponsorship, Sports Management, Sports, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Cold Calling, Market Research, Online Advertising, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Ticket Sales, Press Releases, Online Marketing, Account Management, Marketing Research, Trade Shows, Training, Media Relations, Digital Marketing, Management, New Business Development

Education
University of Indianapolis   2010 — 2012
Sports Management and Marketing

Vincennes University   2008 — 2010
Liberal Arts

Elizabeth Mertz Elizabeth Mertz Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Elizabeth Mertz's 500 Festival Experience February 2014 - May 2014
Job Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Northwestern Mutual  May 2015 - Present
Butler University  August 2013 - Present
Butler University Office of Financial Aid   May 2013 - Present
Butler University  April 2013 - Present
500 Festival   February 2014 - May 2014
Have a Ball (Real Business Experience Class)   August 2013 - December 2013
Indiana University  August 2012 - May 2013

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Organization Skills, Prezi, Leadership

Education
Butler University   2013 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Finance, General

Indiana University Bloomington   2012 — 2013

Lauren Watts Lauren Watts Clemson, South Carolina Details
Lauren Watts's 500 Festival Experience January 2015 - June 2015
Job Graduate student at Clemson University
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
500 Festival   January 2015 - June 2015
Gelia  August 2014 - December 2014
MIami Valley Golf Associations   May 2014 - August 2014
Bradley University  August 2013 - May 2014
NBCUniversal, Inc.   January 2014 - February 2014
Peoria Area Convention and Visitors Bureau  August 2013 - January 2014
Bradley University  May 2013 - August 2013
Bradley University  August 2012 - June 2013

Skills
Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Writing, Microsoft Office, Athletics, Editing, Event Management, Facebook, Marketing, Social Networking

Education
Clemson University   2015 — 2017
Master of Arts (M.A.), Communication, Technology, and Society

Bradley University   2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Sports Communication

Lauren (Stevenson) Pachacz Lauren (Stevenson) Pachacz Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Lauren (Stevenson) Pachacz's 500 Festival Experience January 2008 - May 2008
Job Marketing Coordinator at BSA LifeStructures
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
BSA LifeStructures  December 2013 - Present
Sensient Flavors  June 2008 - November 2013
500 Festival   January 2008 - May 2008

Skills
Marketing, Food & Beverage, Press Releases, Market Analysis, Food, Marketing Research, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Customer Insight, Product Development, Public Relations, Market Research, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Social Media, B2B, Competitive Analysis, Brand Management, Trade Shows, Event Management, Budgets, Brand Development, Strategic Communications, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Marketing Management, Flavors, FMCG, Market Planning

Education
Butler University   2004 — 2008
BS, Marketing

Lindsay Lausten Lindsay Lausten Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Lindsay Lausten's 500 Festival Experience February 2014 - June 2014
Job Assistant Director of Admissions at Purdue University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Purdue University  July 2015 - Present
Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity, Inc.   May 2014 - May 2015
500 Festival   February 2014 - June 2014
Purdue University  May 2013 - May 2014
Purdue University  August 2012 - May 2014
Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity, Inc.   June 2013 - August 2013
Delta Tau Delta Fraternity  May 2013 - August 2013
Nanny  June 2010 - August 2013
Purdue University  August 2012 - December 2012

Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Time Management, Teamwork, Social Networking, Leadership, Facebook, Critical Thinking, Research, Team Leadership, Community Outreach, Sales, Data Analysis, Fundraising, Team Building

Education
Purdue University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology

Cathedral High School   2006 — 2010

Chrissa Freese Chrissa Freese Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Chrissa Freese's 500 Festival Experience January 2014 - June 2014
Job Event Production Personal Assitant
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Sterler Productions   June 2015 - Present
Evans Audio Visual   June 2014 - June 2015
500 Festival   January 2014 - June 2014
Indianapolis Colts  2014 - 2014
Holiday Inn Express  September 2010 - September 2013
Centerplate  March 2012 - August 2012
Party Planners West  December 2011 - February 2012
Indianapolis Colts Grille  2012 - 2012
Lifetouch Portrait Studios  September 2008 - September 2010

Skills
Holidex, Front Office, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Opera, Delphi, Cvent, Super Bowl, Supervising, Sales, Hospitality, Leadership, Customer Service, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Management, Banquets

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2009 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Meeting and Event Planning

Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Tourism and Travel Services Management

Sarah Pellegrino Sarah Pellegrino Greater Chicago Area Details
Sarah Pellegrino's 500 Festival Experience January 2012 - June 2012
Job Public Relations & Social Media Sr. Specialist at Huron Consulting Group
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Huron Consulting Group  June 2015 - Present
Huron Consulting Group  May 2013 - May 2015
FleishmanHillard  September 2012 - May 2013
500 Festival   January 2012 - June 2012
Solari Hospice Care  June 2011 - August 2011
U.S. News & World Report   July 2010 - August 2010
Washington Jewish Week  May 2010 - August 2010
National Jewish Post and Opinion   2008 - 2010
Jewish News of Greater Phoenix  May 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, AP Style, iMovie, Illustrator, PowerPoint, HTML, CSS, Cision, Media Relations, Social Media

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, Jewish Studies

Tel Aviv University   2011 — 2011
Israel Studies, Islam Studies, Middle East Studies

Fayeann Hurley Fayeann Hurley Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Fayeann Hurley's 500 Festival Experience January 2011 - February 2012
Job Master's Degree Student
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Drivers Ed LLC   May 2013 - Present
Rose Acre Farms  May 2007 - Present
Indiana State Fair  July 2011 - August 2012
500 Festival   January 2011 - February 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Healthcare Management, Healthcare, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Hospitals, New Business Development, Management, Public Speaking, Research, Sales, Human Resources, Data Entry

Education
Indiana State University   2013 — 2014

Ball State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychological Science

Brownstown Central High School   2005 — 2009
Academic Honors Diploma

Katie Schultz Katie Schultz Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Katie Schultz's 500 Festival Experience 2007 - 2007
Job Marketing Assistant at Indianapolis Motor Speedway
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Indianapolis Motor Speedway  November 2010 - Present
Indianapolis Motor Speedway  July 2010 - November 2010
Indianapolis Motor Speedway  January 2010 - July 2010
University of Indianapolis Athletic Development and Marketing/ Greyhound Club   August 2009 - December 2009
Indianapolis Motor Speedway  2008 - 2008
500 Festival   2007 - 2007

Skills
Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Event Planning, Sponsorship, Sports, Event Management, Social Media, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel

Education
University of Indianapolis   2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Washington Township High School, Valparaiso Indiana   2001 — 2005

Emma Tiernon Emma Tiernon Fishers, Indiana Details
Emma Tiernon's 500 Festival Experience February 2014 - May 2014
Job Public Relations Intern at Dittoe Public Relations
Industry
Experience
Dittoe Public Relations  May 2015 - Present
theSkimm  July 2014 - Present
the Lala  January 2014 - Present
Spotify  August 2013 - Present
Student Recreational Sports Center-IU   April 2013 - Present
Chef Suzanne Catering   2012 - Present
Pacers Sports & Entertainment  May 2014 - August 2014
500 Festival   February 2014 - May 2014
Department of Veterans Affairs  June 2012 - August 2013
IHOP  June 2011 - August 2012

Skills
Social Media, Research, Customer Service, Customer Oriented, Professional..., Medical Terminology, News Writing, Proposal Writing, Project Management, Public Relations, Access, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Time Management, Leadership

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism, Cognate in Informatics

Heritage Christian High School   2008 — 2012

Malina Baker Malina Baker San Diego, California Details
Malina Baker's 500 Festival Experience February 2013 - June 2013
Job •Selfmotivated Tourism, Conventions, and Event Management graduate
Industry Events Services
Experience
J.W. Marriott   October 2012 - July 2014
Indianapolis Skyline Club   August 2013 - November 2013
500 Festival   February 2013 - June 2013
Indiana University  October 2010 - January 2013
Universal Orlando  June 2012 - July 2012
Barnes & Noble  August 2011 - May 2012
Universal Orlando  June 2010 - July 2010
The Old Spaghetti Factory  August 2008 - April 2010
Universal Orlando  June 2009 - July 2009

Skills
Cpr Certified, First Aid Certified, Ellis Lifeguard..., Food Service, Food, CPR Certified, Sales, First Responder

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2008 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Tourism, Conventions, and Event Management

Indiana State University   2011 — 2011

Ivy Tech Community College-Richmond   2007 — 2007

Alexis Spooner Alexis Spooner Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Alexis Spooner's 500 Festival Experience January 2013 - June 2013
Job Professional Recruiter at Medasource
Industry Staffing and Recruiting
Experience
Medasource  July 2015 - Present
Medasource  September 2014 - July 2015
Medasource  September 2013 - September 2014
500 Festival   January 2013 - June 2013
J.Crew  May 2010 - December 2012
Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra  May 2012 - September 2012

Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Tessitura, Recruiting, Healthcare, Interview Preparation, EMR, Facebook, Human Resources, Leadership, Social Networking, Management, Consulting

Education
Butler University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Arts Administration

Courtney Grau Courtney Grau Cedar Rapids, Iowa Details
Courtney Grau's 500 Festival Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Youth Development Coordinator and Day Camp Director at The Salvation Army
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
The Salvation Army  August 2012 - Present
The Salvation Army  August 2010 - August 2012
The Salvation Army  May 2010 - August 2010
Deer Park Manor   September 2009 - May 2010
500 Festival   January 2009 - May 2009
TownePlace Suites by Marriott  January 2008 - November 2008

Skills
Community Development, Event Management

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Tourism Management

Luke Schultheis Luke Schultheis Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Luke Schultheis's 500 Festival Experience February 2011 - June 2011
Job Sports Law J.D. Candidate at University of Florida: Levin College of Law
Industry Accounting
Experience
University of Florida  August 2015 - Present
FanSided.com  October 2014 - Present
LuckAtLuke.com   April 2014 - Present
Indianapolis Indians  April 2015 - August 2015
Exclusive Sports Group   June 2014 - November 2014
Deloitte  October 2012 - March 2014
Indiana Sports Corporation  January 2012 - May 2012
500 Festival   February 2011 - June 2011
Indiana Pacers Sports & Entertainment   May 2010 - August 2010
St. Mary Medical Center  June 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Analysis, Blogging, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Marketing, Microsoft Word, Auditing, Accounting

Education
Butler University - College of Business Administration
Masters, Accounting

David Bratton David Bratton Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
David Bratton's 500 Festival Experience October 2011 - Present
Job CEO, Business Furniture LLC
Industry Furniture
Experience
Business Furniture LLC  July 1997 - Present
500 Festival   October 2011 - Present
The Country Club of Indianapolis  August 1999 - Present
Indiana Golf Foundation   2015 - 2015

Skills
Customer Service, Sales Management, Furniture, New Business Development, Account Management

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1978 — 1982
BS, Accounting

Ball State University   1988 — 1990
MBA, Business Management

Jennifer Livesay Jennifer Livesay Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Jennifer Livesay's 500 Festival Experience October 2013 - Present
Job Program Manager at 500 Festival
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
500 Festival   October 2013 - Present
Dress for Succes Indianapolis   May 2008 - October 2013

Skills
Nonprofits, Program Management, Project Management, Program Development, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Project Planning, Change Management, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Management

Education
Southeast Missouri State University   2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Interior and Architectural Design

Nathan Blair Nathan Blair New Albany, Indiana Details
Nathan Blair's 500 Festival Experience January 2014 - June 2014
Job Logistics Manager at JAM Brands
Industry Entertainment
Experience
The JAM Brands  September 2014 - Present
500 Festival   January 2014 - June 2014
Tractor Supply Company  March 2010 - August 2013
Bloomington Parks and Recreation  September 2011 - October 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Social Media, Leadership, Event Management

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management

New Albany High School   2006 — 2010

Emily Prellwitz Emily Prellwitz Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Emily Prellwitz's 500 Festival Experience June 2013 - August 2013
Job Client Account Specialist at mywedding.com
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
mywedding.com  August 2014 - Present
Redwall, Branding and Advertising   September 2013 - December 2013
500 Festival   June 2013 - August 2013
International School of Indiana  August 2010 - May 2012
Broeker Photography   January 2008 - January 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Access, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Advertising, Photoshop, InDesign, Event Management, Marketing

Education
Butler University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing, Senior

Mt. Pleasant Community High School   2007 — 2010
High School Diploma, Graduated

Meg Osborne Meg Osborne Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Meg Osborne's 500 Festival Experience January 1989 - January 1995
Job MEG & Associates Marketing/Promotions/Fundraising
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Carmel Swim Team Master and Triathlete Coach   September 2011 - Present
MEG and Associates, INC   July 2008 - Present
Chick-fil-A At the Crossing   2008 - Present
Head Coach   January 2000 - Present
Wells Agency   January 1987 - Present
Lawrence Swim Team   August 2008 - August 2011
Washington Township Swim Club  January 1997 - December 2008
Brookshire Swim Team   January 1999 - August 2008
Arthur Jordan YMCA   January 1984 - January 2001
500 Festival   January 1989 - January 1995

Skills
Fundraising, Promotions, Event Planning, Event Management, Coaching, Social Media, Media Relations, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Sponsorship Sales, Sponsorship Management, Sponsorship Development, Corporate Sponsorships, Grants, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Sponsorship, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Copywriting, Social Networking, Sports Marketing, Advertising, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Building, Sports, Editing, Sales, Budgets, Program Management, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Email Marketing, Facebook, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Customer Service, Community Development, Blogging, Market Planning, Research, Publicity, Brand Development, Online Marketing, Volunteer Management

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1978 — 1982
BS, Health, Recreation and Physical Education, Aquatics Emphasis

Culver Summer School   1975 — 1977
Water Skiing, Tennis, Synchro Swim, Swimming, Friends, Fun

Cory Doucette Cory Doucette Scottsdale, Arizona Details
Cory Doucette's 500 Festival Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Digital & Content Marketing | Social Media Optimization | Client Development Representative at ZOG Digital
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
ZOG Digital  March 2015 - Present
Arizona Coyotes  November 2014 - March 2015
Sun Devil Athletics at The Aspire Group   July 2014 - September 2014
Arizona Cardinals Football Club  February 2014 - July 2014
DigitalRelevance™  September 2013 - December 2013
Oak Street Funding  June 2013 - August 2013
Entrepreneurship Club of IUPUI   May 2012 - July 2013
500 Festival   January 2013 - May 2013

Skills
Marketing, Social Media, Leadership, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel, Google Analytics, Advertising, Retail, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership, Keyword Research, Adobe Creative Suite, SEO Audits, Google Adwords

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2012 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Marketing

Ivy Tech Community College-Northcentral   2009 — 2011
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

Brandi Davis-Handy Brandi Davis-Handy Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Brandi Davis-Handy's 500 Festival Experience November 2006 - June 2010
Job Director of External Communications at Indianapolis Power & Light Company
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Indianapolis Power & Light Company  February 2013 - Present
American Cancer Society, Great Lakes Division  June 2010 - February 2013
500 Festival   November 2006 - June 2010
Indiana Department of Transportation  January 2006 - November 2006
News 14 Carolina  2003 - 2005
WECT News  2001 - 2003
WHOV 88.1 F.M.   1997 - 2001

Skills
Public Relations, Press Releases, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Broadcast, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Event Management, Corporate Communications, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Radio, Event Planning, Copywriting, Marketing, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Writing

Education
Hampton University   1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA)

Lawrence Central High School   1994 — 1997

Sean Carlin Sean Carlin Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Sean Carlin's 500 Festival Experience 2013 - 2014
Job Talented event and sponsorship manager wellversed in contract negotiation and process improvement.
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
500 Festival   2013 - 2014
500 Festival   2006 - 2013
Shadow Management   2003 - 2005
Red Bull Cheever Racing   2002 - 2004

Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Sports Marketing, Fundraising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Account Management, Brand Development, Customer Service, Facebook, Leadership, Market Research, Management, New Business Development, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Sponsorship, Sports, Strategic Planning, Volunteer Management, Sales

Education
Ball State University   1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Political Science

Chris Panyard Chris Panyard Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Chris Panyard's 500 Festival Experience November 2012 - December 2013
Job Events Manager at Indiana Sports Corp
Industry Sports
Experience
Indiana Sports Corp  December 2013 - Present
500 Festival   November 2012 - December 2013
Lucas Oil Stadium and Indiana Convention Center  July 2012 - November 2012
500 Festival   February 2012 - June 2012
2012 Indianapolis Super Bowl Host Committee  May 2011 - February 2012
Indianapolis Colts  August 2011 - December 2011
Indiana University Athletic Ticket Office  October 2009 - December 2011
Panyard Bros., Inc.   June 2006 - August 2011

Skills
Archtics, Social Media, Excel, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Sports, Customer Service

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology, Sport Marketing & Management, Business

North Central High School   2004 — 2008
North Central Honors Diploma

Lauren Coyle Lauren Coyle Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Lauren Coyle's 500 Festival Experience November 2014 - Present
Job Program and Event Coordinator at 500 Festival
Industry Events Services
Experience
500 Festival   November 2014 - Present
United Way of Perry County   August 2014 - November 2014
500 Festival   January 2014 - June 2014
Indiana University School of Public Health  March 2012 - December 2013
Indiana University Alumni Association  April 2013 - June 2013

Skills
Microsoft Office, Organization, Leadership, Event Planning, Event Management, Coordinating Events, Reliable, Time Management, Fundraising, Data Entry, Volunteer Management, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Social Media, Public Speaking

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management

Indiana University Bloomington   2010 — 2014
Certificate in Arts Administration

Brie Rentz Brie Rentz Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Brie Rentz's 500 Festival Experience January 2007 - July 2008
Job Communications Director at CFH Racing
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
CFH Racing   December 2014 - Present
Dreyer & Reinbold Racing  July 2008 - December 2014
SH Rallycross   March 2014 - November 2014
DRR-SH Global Rallycross   2013 - 2013
Lucas Oil Stadium  August 2008 - August 2012
500 Festival   January 2007 - July 2008

Skills
Sponsorship Activation, Sponsorship Relations, Social Media, Website Updating, Graphic Design, Video Editing, Office Management, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign, Final Cut Pro, Sports Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Sponsorship, Social Networking, Account Management, Facebook, Motorsports, Sports Management

Education
University of Indianapolis - School of Business   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Marketing, Sports Marketing

Kyle Clifton Kyle Clifton Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Kyle Clifton's 500 Festival Experience January 2014 - June 2014
Job Desktop Publisher at Covance
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Covance  February 2015 - Present
Roche  October 2014 - January 2015
500 Festival   January 2014 - June 2014
Ball State University  August 2010 - May 2014
Oakbrook Villages   May 2011 - August 2011
Monsanto  June 2010 - July 2011
AACI Construction   May 2009 - May 2011
Volunteerism Wheeler Mission Ministries   2006 - 2008

Skills
Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Excel, Word, Press Releases, Interview Skills, Web Site Editing, Event Planning, Script-writing, Sports Writing, Video Editing, Newsletters

Education
Ball State University   2010 — 2014

Brownsburg High School   2006 — 2009

Ball State University
Bachelor's, Public Relations

Courtney Oppman Courtney Oppman Greater Denver Area Details
Courtney Oppman's 500 Festival Experience January 2005 - May 2008
Job Marketing Associate at Sysco
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Sysco  May 2014 - Present
FreshPoint, Sysco   May 2012 - May 2014
Xerox Corporation  January 2010 - September 2011
Ethicon, Inc., a Johnson & Johnson company   May 2008 - December 2009
Indiana Business Equipment   June 2006 - May 2008
500 Festival   January 2005 - May 2008
Summit Realty Group  June 2005 - August 2005

Skills
Customer Relations, Needs Analysis, Selling, Consultative Selling, Customer Service, Account Management, New Business Development, Sales

Education
Purdue University   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Selling and Sales Management

Erin Wade Erin Wade Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Erin Wade's 500 Festival Experience January 2010 - June 2010
Job Event Sales Consultant at Mintahoe Catering & Events
Industry Events Services
Experience
Mintahoe Catering & Events  May 2011 - Present
Indiana Sports Corporation  September 2010 - December 2011
Live Nation  January 2011 - May 2011
500 Festival   January 2010 - June 2010
Minnesota Zoo  May 2009 - August 2009
WFG, Inc   May 2003 - August 2008

Skills
Editing, Event Planning, Social Media, Event Management, Customer Service, Leadership, Sales, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Public Relations, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Hospitality, Corporate Events

Education
Butler University   2007 — 2011
B.A, Marketing

Kit Swenby Kit Swenby Littleton, Colorado Details
Kit Swenby's 500 Festival Experience January 2002 - February 2013
Job Agent at Kit Swenby State Farm
Industry Insurance
Experience
State Farm Insurance  January 2013 - Present
500 Festival   January 2002 - February 2013
State Farm Insurance  April 2012 - December 2012
State Farm Insurance  December 2009 - March 2012
Key Bank  July 2009 - December 2009
Huntington National Bank  August 2004 - July 2009
Huntington National Bank  2004 - 2009
Chamber Action Committee   2001 - 2005
Indianapolis Financial Group/Mass Mutual   August 2001 - August 2004

Skills
New Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Financial Services, Banking, Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, Life Insurance, Event Planning, Insurance, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Leadership, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Fixed Annuities, Event Management, Health Insurance, Recruiting, Business Development, Building Relationships, Advertising

Education
State University of New York College at Buffalo   1993 — 1997
BA, Business Administration/Psychology

Tri-West   1989 — 1993

Leah (Sanders) Johnson Leah (Sanders) Johnson Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Leah (Sanders) Johnson's 500 Festival Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Project Manager
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
ACCELMED, LLC   December 2014 - September 2015
FORCE Communications, LLC  April 2014 - December 2014
FORCE Communications, LLC  April 2013 - April 2014
Franklin College  January 2013 - April 2013
Franklin College  July 2010 - January 2013
Manchester College  October 2009 - July 2010
500 Festival   January 2009 - May 2009
Franklin College  August 2008 - December 2008
Johnson County Community Foundation  May 2008 - November 2008
Maverick Public Relations  May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Writing, Copy Editing, Photo Editing, Photoshop, InDesign, Customer Relations, Email Marketing, Public Speaking, Event Management, Communications Planning, Relationship Development, Team Oriented, Admissions, Social Media, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Community Outreach, Advertising, Marketing, Editing, Time Management

Education
Franklin College   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism: Public Relations/Advertising and Visual Communications tracks

Telemark University College (HiT)   2007 — 2007
Scandinavian Studies

Snider   2001 — 2005

Brooke Deady Brooke Deady Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Brooke Deady's 500 Festival Experience January 2014 - June 2014
Job Manager for Mikado
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Mikado Music   March 2015 - Present
Scotty's Brewhouse  May 2015 - Present
Naked Tchopstix  September 2014 - Present
Front Row Tailgating, LLC.   April 2013 - Present
Scotty's Brewhouse, Inc.   October 2014 - May 2015
500 Festival   January 2014 - June 2014
Free People  November 2013 - January 2014
Butler University  August 2013 - December 2013
The Bryant Company, Inc.   September 2012 - May 2013
Do317   January 2013 - April 2013

Skills
Leadership, Social Media, Stage Management, Show Production, Facebook, Strategic Communications, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Media Relations

Education
Butler University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Strategic Communication, Recording Industry Studies

Homestead High School   2006 — 2010

Alexis Nash Alexis Nash Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Alexis Nash's 500 Festival Experience February 2015 - Present
Job Recruitment and Outreach Intern at IUPUI
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
IUPUI  August 2015 - Present
500 Festival   February 2015 - Present
Indiana University  August 2014 - May 2015
Indiana University  March 2015 - March 2015
The Greater Kokomo Economic Development Alliance   August 2014 - December 2014
Indiana University  May 2013 - December 2014
Indiana University  January 2014 - May 2014
Indiana University  January 2013 - May 2014
NUVO Magazine  August 2013 - December 2013

Skills
Public Speaking, Editing, Public Relations, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Facebook, News Writing, Social Networking, Research, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Press Releases, Newspapers, Blogging, Creative Writing, Team Leadership, Social Media Outreach, Time Management, Nonprofits, Cross-cultural..., Student Leadership, Student Government, Parliamentary Procedure, Photoshop

Education
Indiana University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, Public Relations

Katie Coffin Katie Coffin Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Katie Coffin's 500 Festival Experience January 2011 - June 2011
Job Programs Assistant at Indiana Chamber of Commerce
Industry Civic & Social Organization
Experience
Indiana Chamber of Commerce  2012 - Present
Indiana Chamber of Commerce  September 2012 - November 2012
Indiana State Fair  May 2012 - August 2012
United States Senate  January 2012 - February 2012
Blue River Foundation   June 2011 - January 2012
500 Festival   January 2011 - June 2011
Rushville Republican   May 2010 - August 2010
Howey Politics Indiana   June 2009 - July 2009

Skills
Writing, Editing, Microsoft Office, Organization Skills, Event Planning, Basic HTML, Making Deadlines, Task Management, AP Style, Social Media, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Proofreading, Press Releases, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Social Networking, Fundraising

Education
Franklin College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism, 3.8

Betsy Rusk Weatherly Betsy Rusk Weatherly Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Betsy Rusk Weatherly's 500 Festival Experience 2005 - 2005
Job Executive Director of Development & Campaign Programs at Butler University
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
Butler University  July 2012 - Present
Butler University  June 2011 - July 2012
American Heart Association  September 2009 - June 2011
Vanderbilt University  May 2008 - September 2009
Vanderbilt University  February 2007 - May 2008
Butler University  June 2005 - January 2007
500 Festival   2005 - 2005

Skills
Higher Education, Non-profits, Fundraising, Direct Mail, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Annual Giving, Community Outreach, Board Development, Event Planning, Program Development, Public Speaking, Event Management, Press Releases, Public Relations, Media Relations, Stewardship, Social Media, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Training, Nonprofits

Education
Ball State University   2009 — 2010
MA, Development for Non-Profit and Higher Education

Indiana State University   2001 — 2004
BA, Speech Communication and Public Relations

Lindsay Lambert Blythe Lindsay Lambert Blythe Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Lindsay Lambert Blythe's 500 Festival Experience September 2010 - Present
Job Program Manager (Volunteer & Education Program) at 500 Festival
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
500 Festival   September 2010 - Present
Special Olympics Indiana  September 2004 - September 2010
Special Olympics Indiana  September 2004 - April 2006
American Cancer Society  August 2003 - September 2004

Skills
Volunteer Management, Event Management, Non-profits, Event Planning, Microsoft Office

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2005 — 2008
MS, School Counseling

Indiana University Bloomington   1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, English, History

Amanda Byrd Amanda Byrd Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Amanda Byrd's 500 Festival Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Enthusiastic Event Professional
Industry Events Services
Experience
Eskenazi Health  March 2015 - Present
National Association of Mutual Insurance Companies (NAMIC)   July 2009 - February 2015
Cumulus Broadcasting  May 2006 - June 2010
500 Festival   January 2009 - May 2009

Skills
Public Relations, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Insurance, Non-profits, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Radio Promotions, Advertising, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Business Strategy, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Nonprofits

Education
Butler University   2005 — 2009
Bachelors, Communication Studies with Honors and Spanish

Elizabeth Thorndyke Elizabeth Thorndyke Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Elizabeth Thorndyke's 500 Festival Experience January 2009 - June 2009
Job Marketing Manager
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
AIT Laboratories  February 2015 - Present
500 Festival   January 2009 - June 2009

Skills
Event Planning, Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, Internal Communications, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Account Management, Corporate Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, CRM, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Brand Development, Lead Generation, B2B, Newsletters, Competitive Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, Online Marketing, Integrated Marketing

Education
Butler University   2005 — 2009
BA Journalism, Advertising/PR

Megan Bulla, APR Megan Bulla, APR Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Megan Bulla, APR's 500 Festival Experience August 2010 - May 2014
Job Owner at Indy Brew Bus and Bulla Communications
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Bulla Communications   August 2014 - Present
Indy Brew Bus   March 2012 - Present
500 Festival   August 2010 - May 2014
Borshoff  October 2008 - August 2010
Downtown Indy  June 2005 - October 2008

Skills
Media Relations, Press Releases, Public Relations, Social Media, Copywriting, Newsletters, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Sponsorship, Integrated Marketing, Editing, Event Management, Internal Communications, Social Networking, Facebook, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Fundraising, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Project Management, Blogging, Crisis Communications, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Graphic Design, Special Events, Proofreading, Website Administration, Entrepreneurship, Writing, Public Speaking, Publications, Marketing Strategy

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism, Journalism and Public Relations

Butler University   2002 — 2004
Journalism and Public Relations

Bruce Buchanan Bruce Buchanan Shelbyville, Indiana Details
Bruce Buchanan's 500 Festival Experience March 2006 - February 2011
Job Retired
Industry Civil Engineering
Experience
500 Festival   March 2006 - February 2011
Midwest Engineered Products   2003 - 2006
Wellman Thermal Systems   1981 - 2003

Education
Cranfield School of Management   1973 — 1974
MBA, Operations Mgmt

University of Cape Town   1960 — 1964
B.Sc., Civil Engineering

Steve Sweitzer Steve Sweitzer Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Steve Sweitzer's 500 Festival Experience 1995 - 2010
Job Adjunct Professor at IUPUI
Industry Broadcast Media
Experience
Sweitzer Productions   January 2010 - Present
IUPUI  1999 - Present
Advanced StoryTelling Workshop   1997 - Present
500 Festival   1995 - 2010
WISH-TV  January 1990 - 2010
WHAS-TV  1979 - 1982
National Press Photographers Association  January 1980 - 1981
National Press Photographers Association  January 1979 - 1981

Skills
Photography, News Management, Field Producing, Editing, Video, Journalism, Production, Broadcast, Final Cut Pro, Television, Social Media, Public Speaking, Writing, Video Production, Photoshop, Media Relations, Blogging, Teaching, Word, Video Editing, Fundraising, Event Planning, Adobe Creative Suite, Wordpress, Research, Microsoft Office, Web Design, Storytelling, HTML, Event Management, Press Releases, Audio, New Media, Strategic Planning, Sound, News Writing, Breaking News, Broadcast Journalism, Microsoft Word, Radio Broadcasting, Avid, Multimedia, Media Production, Videography, Newspapers, Producing, Broadcast Television, Film, WordPress, Magazines

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   1985 — 1990
Masters, Journalism

Indiana University Bloomington   1986 — 1989
Masters, Journalism

Earlham College   1968 — 1971
BA, Photographic Journalism

George School   1965 — 1967
Graduated from high school.

Olivia Adams Olivia Adams Grand Rapids, Michigan Details
Olivia Adams's 500 Festival Experience January 2013 - May 2013
Job Communications and Social Media Specialist at Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
The Career Workshop   June 2015 - Present
Brit + Co  May 2015 - Present
Grand Rapids Area Chamber of Commerce  March 2015 - Present
Come Recommended  April 2013 - March 2015
Ferris State University Torch   January 2012 - May 2014
500 Festival   January 2013 - May 2013
Ferris State University  September 2012 - December 2012
Society for Case Research   September 2012 - December 2012
Artworks in Big Rapids   May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
News Writing, Twitter, Facebook, Writing, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media, Cision, Editing, Copy Editing, Pinterest, WordPress, Media Relations, SEO, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Feature Articles, AP Style, Social Networking, Research, Publicity, Creative Writing

Education
Ferris State University   2011 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations, Junior

Aquinas College   2010 — 2011

Maria Keyler Maria Keyler Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Maria Keyler's 500 Festival Experience January 2011 - July 2011
Job Marketing at Indiana Blood Center
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Indiana Blood Center  May 2015 - Present
FCCI Weddings   August 2014 - Present
Indianapolis Power & Light  January 2013 - May 2015
Maingate Inc.  December 2011 - August 2014
Westfield High School  October 2011 - February 2012
500 Festival   January 2011 - July 2011
YMCA of Greater Indianapolis  January 2007 - August 2009

Skills
Public Relations, Social Media, Media Relations, Event Planning, Advertising, Community Development, Press Releases, Event Management, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Facebook, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Internal Communications, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Illustrator, Goal Oriented, Community Outreach, Research, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, Marketing Communications, AP Style, Creative Writing, Media Research, Prezi, Customer Service

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Relations

Butler University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations and Advertising

Emily(Em) Schaefer Emily(Em) Schaefer Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Emily(Em) Schaefer's 500 Festival Experience February 2012 - February 2013
Job Providing Creative Solutions: Design & Art Direction
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Noble: Dream it. Live it.   July 2015 - Present
Make 'Em Happy   June 2015 - Present
Avant Healthcare  March 2015 - June 2015
Angie's List  June 2014 - March 2015
Walt Disney Imagineering  June 2013 - June 2014
The Walt Disney Company  June 2012 - June 2013
500 Festival   February 2012 - February 2013
Indiana Pacers  January 2012 - June 2012

Skills
Illustration, Photography, Graphic Design, Branding & Identity, Presentations, Communication, Project Management, Project Planning, Concept Development, Painting, Drawing, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, SharePoint, PowerPoint

Education
Ball State University   2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Visual Communications, Art History

Ball State University   2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Visual Communication

Joseph C. Cook Joseph C. Cook Tampa/St. Petersburg, Florida Area Details
Joseph C. Cook's 500 Festival Experience January 2015 - June 2015
Job Amazon Area Manager
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
Amazon  June 2015 - Present
500 Festival   January 2015 - June 2015
enVista  September 2014 - January 2015
Skinny and Company, LLC   March 2014 - September 2014
Menards  February 2012 - March 2014
Sears, Roebuck and Co.   June 2011 - January 2012

Skills
Sales, Inventory Management, Retail, Inventory Control, Time Management, Merchandising, Leadership, Teamwork, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership, Access, Management, Logistics, Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Customer Service, Supply Chain

Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business   2013 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Supply Chain Management & Marketing

Ivy Tech Community College   2011 — 2013
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General

Michelle McGowan Michelle McGowan Greater Chicago Area Details
Michelle McGowan's 500 Festival Experience January 2001 - June 2001
Job SVP, Director of Communications and Brand Marketing at Starcom USA
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Starcom USA  August 2012 - Present
Draftfcb  July 2008 - August 2012
Allstate Insurance Company  October 2003 - June 2008
Indiana Health Care Association  August 2002 - October 2003
St. Francis Hospital & Health Centers   January 2002 - May 2002
Hudson Institute  August 2001 - December 2001
500 Festival   January 2001 - June 2001

Skills
Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Event Management, Media Relations, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategist, Digital Strategy, Leadership, Integrated Marketing

Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business   2008 — 2010
MBA

Butler University   1998 — 2002
BA, Public Relations and French

Université Stendhal (Grenoble III)   2000 — 2000
Study Abroad - Grenbole, France, Full language and culture immersion

Angola High School   1994 — 1998

Corey Windler Corey Windler Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Corey Windler's 500 Festival Experience February 2014 - February 2015
Job Sales Trainee at NIBCO INC.
Industry
Experience
NIBCO INC.  June 2015 - Present
500 Festival   February 2014 - February 2015
Sun Tan City  January 2013 - August 2014
Simon Property Group  June 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Facebook, Customer Service, Public Speaking, InDesign, Time Management, Social Networking, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Sales, Higher Education, Advertising, Event Planning, Event Management, Critical Thinking, Data Entry, Retail, Recruiting, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership, Merchandising, Management, Team Building, Human Resources, Email Marketing, Photography, Community Outreach

Education
Ball State University   2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing Minor

Madeline May Madeline May Pendleton, Indiana Details
Madeline May's 500 Festival Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Camp Counselor at Camp Laurel
Industry
Experience
Camp Laurel  June 2015 - Present
500 Festival   January 2015 - Present
BSU Tonight   September 2014 - Present
Newslink Indiana  August 2014 - Present
WCRD 91.3 FM  August 2014 - Present
The Wrin Family   July 2012 - Present
91.7 WEEM   January 2011 - May 2014
Abercrombie & Fitch  December 2013 - April 2014

Skills
Writing, Broadcast, Editing, News Writing, Radio Broadcasting

Education
Ball State University   2014 — 2018

Kelby Hicks Kelby Hicks Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Kelby Hicks's 500 Festival Experience October 2013 - Present
Job Program and Development Manager at 500 Festival
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
500 Festival   October 2013 - Present
500 Festival   April 2012 - Present
Indiana Chamber of Commerce  June 2009 - July 2012
The Indianapolis Star  June 2010 - June 2011
Cystic Fibrosis Foundation  October 2007 - June 2009
Cincinnati Christian University  August 2006 - July 2007
Indiana Economic Development Corporation  March 2005 - July 2006
Indiana Economic Development Corporation (IEDC)   2005 - 2006
Indiana State Senate  2003 - 2005

Skills
Fundraising, Event Management, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Social Media, Newsletters, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Media Relations, Marketing, Facebook, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Strategic Planning, Project Management

Education
Purdue University   1999 — 2003
BA, Communications/Public Relations

Valerie Grudzien Valerie Grudzien Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Valerie Grudzien's 500 Festival Experience January 2010 - October 2014
Job Project Manager at Sport Graphics
Industry Events Services
Experience
Sport Graphics  October 2014 - Present
500 Festival   January 2010 - October 2014
Indiana Dental Association  June 2009 - December 2009
500 Festival   January 2009 - May 2009
Girls Incorporated of Indianapolis  January 2008 - April 2008

Skills
Illustrator, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Program Budgeting, Communication Skills, Event Planning, Leadership, Event Management, Program Management, Management, Public Relations, InDesign

Education
Butler University   2005 — 2009
BA, Public Relations and Spanish

Whitney Urschel Whitney Urschel Charlotte, North Carolina Area Details
Whitney Urschel's 500 Festival Experience December 2003 - June 2004
Job Account Manager at Studio Displays, Inc.
Industry Events Services
Experience
Studio Displays, Inc.   July 2014 - Present
Independent Event Contracter   January 2011 - Present
InVue Security Products  March 2012 - July 2014
Action Sports Photography   January 2010 - December 2012
Independent Event Contractor   January 2012 - September 2012
HeartBright Foundation   February 2010 - October 2011
Stanley Black & Decker, Inc.   May 2011 - September 2011
Just Marketing International  December 2005 - December 2009
Just Marketing International  December 2004 - December 2009
500 Festival   December 2003 - June 2004

Skills
Efficent, Event Planning, Event Management, Project Planning, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Advertising, Marketing, Sports Marketing, Sponsorship, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Brand Awareness, CRM, Product Marketing, Account Management, Customer Service, Leadership, Market Research, New Business Development, Strategy, Media Planning, Marketing Management, B2B, Public Speaking, Budgets, Training, Sales, Fundraising, Email Marketing, Management, Time Management, Brand Management, Brand Development, Program Management, Trade Shows

Education
Johnson & Wales University   2000 — 2004
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE DEGREE, Sports; Entertainment / Event Management

Greenfield-Central High School   1997 — 2000
General Studies

Kayla Keith Kayla Keith Westfield, Indiana Details
Kayla Keith's 500 Festival Experience January 2015 - June 2015
Job Student at Indiana UniversityPurdue University at Indianapolis
Industry
Experience
IndyFamilyFest   January 2014 - Present
ESG Security & Event Services  August 2013 - Present
500 Festival   January 2015 - June 2015
Indy Eleven Professional Soccer  November 2014 - January 2015
Hamilton County Conventions and Visitors Bureau   2012 - 2013

Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Research, Project Management, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Sales, Marketing, Teaching, Team Leadership, Team Building, Event Planning, Training, Photoshop

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2013 — 2016
Tourism, Conventions, and Event Management, Junior

Adrianne Johnson Adrianne Johnson Shelbyville, Indiana Details
Adrianne Johnson's 500 Festival Experience 2015 - 2015
Job Athletic Department Graduate Assistant
Industry Sports
Experience
Marian University Indianapolis  August 2014 - Present
500 Festival   2015 - 2015
500 Festival   2015 - 2015
Marian University Indianapolis  August 2012 - May 2014
Marian University Indianapolis  August 2011 - May 2013
Flat Rock River YMCA Camp  May 2012 - July 2012
Fellowship of Christian Athletes  May 2011 - August 2011
Shelbyville Parks and Recreation Dept.   May 2009 - September 2009

Skills
Higher Education, Intercollegiate..., Customer Service, Confidentiality, Public Speaking, Organization, Active Listening, PowerPoint, Teaching, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Conflict Resolution, Sports, Facebook

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2014 — 2016
Master’s Degree, Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

Marian University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Business Management

Brittany Blue Brittany Blue Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Brittany Blue's 500 Festival Experience January 2014 - June 2014
Job Project Manager Assistant at Sport Graphics
Industry Sports
Experience
Team Indiana Volleyball Club   October 2011 - Present
Sport Graphics  March 2015 - Present
Brooksource  November 2014 - March 2015
Maribeth Smith & Associates   July 2014 - November 2014
500 Festival   January 2014 - June 2014
Stacked Pickle  March 2013 - December 2013
Indy Sports Park   June 2011 - May 2013
YMCA of Greater Indianapolis  April 2009 - May 2012

Skills
Event Planning, Fundraising, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Athletics, Social Media, Coaching, Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Team Management, Dependable Team Player, Multi Tasking, Task Driven, Cold Calling, Oral & Written..., Written & Oral..., TRS

Education
IUPUI   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Sport and Fitness Administration/Management

IUPUI   2010 — 2014
Minor, Business/Commerce, General

University of Indianapolis   2008 — 2010

Lindsay Condon Lindsay Condon Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Lindsay Condon's 500 Festival Experience February 2011 - February 2012
Job Marketing and Event Management
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
GRand Solutions LLC  March 2013 - Present
Abercrombie & Fitch  February 2013 - March 2013
Indianapolis Motor Speedway  April 2012 - January 2013
Purdue Athletics  April 2011 - August 2012
Big Ten Network Purdue Sports   April 2011 - August 2012
Purdue University  March 2010 - May 2012
ESPN  February 2012 - February 2012
500 Festival   February 2011 - February 2012
Emmis Communications  June 2011 - August 2011
Purdue University  January 2011 - May 2011

Skills
Event Planning, Social Media, Public Speaking, Journalism, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Press Releases, Public Relations, Facebook, Blogging, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Editing, Microsoft Office, Video, PowerPoint, Advertising, Fundraising, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Sports, Newsletters

Education
Purdue University   2008 — 2010
BA, Mass Communication/Media Studies, 3.2/4

Franklin Central   2004 — 2008
Indiana High School Honors Diploma

Michelle Huber Michelle Huber Louisville, Kentucky Area Details
Michelle Huber's 500 Festival Experience January 2010 - May 2010
Job Fuzzy Zoeller's Personal Assistant
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Fuzzy Zoeller Productions, Inc   June 2011 - Present
Fuzzy Zoeller Golf Courses   June 2011 - Present
Our Lady of Providence Junior-Senior High School  August 2012 - Present
Makespace! Media + Design Lab   July 2010 - June 2011
500 Festival   January 2010 - May 2010
Indiana University Art Museum  October 2008 - December 2009
Kentucky Golf Association   May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Fundraising, Marketing, Email Marketing, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Media Planning, New Business Development

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science in Recreation, Tourism, Hospitality, and Event Management

Dayna Pawelak Dayna Pawelak Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Dayna Pawelak's 500 Festival Experience January 2013 - June 2013
Job Director Ticket Technology & Logistics at Indiana Pacers
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Pacers Sports & Entertainment  February 2015 - Present
Pacers Sports & Entertainment  October 2013 - February 2015
US Soccer  February 2013 - October 2013
500 Festival   January 2013 - June 2013
MetLife Stadium  October 2011 - January 2013
MetLife Stadium  August 2011 - October 2011
New Meadowlands Stadium  November 2009 - August 2011
Ticketmaster  June 2007 - November 2009
Philadelphia Eagles  May 2006 - May 2007
Rita's Water Ice  April 2001 - September 2006

Skills
Archtics, Ticketmaster, Sports, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Ticket Sales, Entertainment, Event Management, Event Planning, Live Events, Ticketing, Social Media, Public Relations, Public Speaking

Education
The College of New Jersey   2003 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Communications

David Pentzien David Pentzien Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
David Pentzien's 500 Festival Experience October 2012 - Present
Job Owner at Tap Ventures, LLC
Industry Restaurants
Experience
Tap Ventures, LLC   September 2007 - Present
500 Festival   October 2012 - Present
Indiana Repertory Theatre  October 2006 - June 2013
ProLiance Energy  January 2003 - June 2013
Columbia Gas Transmission  1997 - 2003
Pentzien, Inc.   1992 - 1996
General Electric  1987 - 1992

Skills
Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Energy Management, Commodity Markets, Derivatives, Renewable Energy, Marketing Strategy, Process Improvement, Business Strategy, Natural Gas, Marketing, Gas, Team Leadership, Budgets, Hedging, Public Speaking, Energy, Project Management, Leadership, Energy Markets, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Energy Industry, Pipelines, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Operations Management, Program Management, Management, Business Development, Analysis, Options, Start-ups, Due Diligence, New Business Development, Account Management, Petroleum, Forecasting, Market Analysis, Commodity, Risk Management, Customer Service, Strategy, Trading, Financial Modeling, Contract Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Business Planning

Education
Stanford University   1989 — 1990
MS, Mechanical Engineering

Iowa State University   1983 — 1987
BS, Nuclear Engineering

Brooke Shafer Brooke Shafer Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Brooke Shafer's 500 Festival Experience February 2011 - May 2011
Job District Manager at ADP
Industry Automotive
Experience
ADP  April 2015 - Present
Enterprise Fleet Management  July 2013 - March 2015
Paychex, Inc  August 2011 - July 2013
500 Festival   February 2011 - May 2011
Protis Executive Innovations  November 2010 - May 2011
Kappa Alpha Theta  January 2010 - January 2011
Butler University  January 2009 - December 2010
Northwestern Mutual  May 2010 - August 2010
Hoosier Lottery  June 2009 - September 2009
Greenfield Banking Company  June 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Sales, Leadership, Marketing, Customer Service, Social Media, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Management, Account Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Market Research, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Human Capital Management, Payroll, BPO, Health Care Reform

Education
Butler University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Marketing

Emily Mishler Emily Mishler West Lafayette, Indiana Details
Emily Mishler's 500 Festival Experience February 2015 - Present
Job Miss Northeast 2016 at Miss America Organization
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Miss America Organization  July 2015 - Present
500 Festival   February 2015 - Present
Miss America Organization  February 2015 - July 2015
Purdue University  May 2012 - May 2015
Miss America Organization  February 2014 - February 2015
University Spirit  October 2012 - September 2014
GNC  January 2014 - May 2014
Fluent Grp  January 2014 - May 2014
Miss America Organization  March 2013 - November 2013
Kleinfeld Manhattan  May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Photoshop, Public Relations, Marketing, Sales, Customer Service, InDesign, Illustrator, Event Management, Fundraising, Media Relations, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Management, Time Management, Microsoft Word

Education
Purdue University   2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Science, Apparel Design and Technology

Purdue University   2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts, General Communication

Northridge High School

Jennifer (McConnell) Walde Jennifer (McConnell) Walde Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Jennifer (McConnell) Walde's 500 Festival Experience January 2006 - July 2007
Job Program Manager and Career Advisor
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Butler University  May 2010 - Present
Butler University  July 2009 - Present
Butler University  July 2007 - July 2009
500 Festival   January 2006 - July 2007
Red Bull Cheever Racing   May 2005 - October 2005
Mecachrome  September 2004 - May 2005
US Congress  August 2003 - December 2003

Skills
Career Education, Cover Letters, Event Planning, Higher Education, Internships, Interview Preparation, Interviewing Skills, Job Search Strategies, Mock Interviews, Resume Writing, Self Assessment, Student Affairs, Student Development, Strong Interest..., Travel Planning, MBTI, Career Development, Career Counseling, Public Speaking, Training, Student Recruiting, Career Management, Career Assessment, Nonprofits, Social Media

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science in Public Affairs Management

Perry Meridian High School   1996 — 2000

Samantha Cotten Samantha Cotten Crawfordsville, Indiana Details
Samantha Cotten's 500 Festival Experience January 2009 - May 2009
Job Blogger at Cotten Tales, Freelance Writer
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Cotten Tales   August 2013 - Present
Lean Kanban North America   August 2011 - August 2014
Raybourn Group International  June 2012 - January 2014
University of Indianapolis  January 2012 - May 2012
Hirons & Company  March 2010 - December 2011
Hirons & Company  August 2009 - March 2010
Indiana State Fair  June 2009 - August 2009
500 Festival   January 2009 - May 2009

Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media, Advertising, Web Content Management, Event Planning, Journalism, Speech Writing, Publication Design, Press Release..., Online Communities, Marketing Communications, Conference Management, Email Marketing, Facebook, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Editing, Publicity, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Blogging, Leadership, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Event Management, Newsletters, Copywriting

Education
University of Indianapolis   2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication, Public Relations, Journalism

Southmont High School   2002 — 2006
Academic Honors Diploma

Bob Bryant Bob Bryant Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Bob Bryant's 500 Festival Experience June 2013 - Present
Job President & CEO at 500 Festival
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
500 Festival   June 2013 - Present
USTA  February 2011 - August 2013
Team Works Marketing, Inc.   February 2001 - February 2011
Cartoon Network  1996 - 2001
AOL/Time Warner, Inc.   1996 - 2001
Turner Broadcasting  1995 - 2001
Turner Broadcasting  January 1995 - November 1996
Youth Service International   1992 - 1993
Atlanta Knights   1991 - 1992
Universal Studios Florida  February 1990 - August 1991

Skills
Sponsorship Sales, Sponsorship Activation, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Brand Architecture, Tournaments, Event Management, Change Management, Management Consulting, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Sponsorship, Creative Direction, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Online Marketing, Strategy, Entertainment, Advertising, Sports, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Copywriting, Entrepreneurship, New Media

Education
West Virginia University   2010 — 2013
Master of Science (M.S.), Integrated Marketing Communications

University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill   1982 — 1986
BA, Journalism, Advertising

University of London   1984 — 1984
Theatre, Education

O'Neal School   1980 — 1982
High School

Oak Ridge Academy   1976 — 1980

Megan Gaare Megan Gaare Greater Chicago Area Details
Megan Gaare's 500 Festival Experience January 2007 - June 2007
Job Associate Director, Marketing at Alzheimer's Association®
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Alzheimer's Association®   March 2015 - Present
The Field Museum  July 2013 - Present
The Field Museum  September 2008 - July 2013
The Field Museum  January 2008 - September 2008
The Field Museum  June 2007 - August 2007
500 Festival   January 2007 - June 2007

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2003 — 2007

Joshua Reichart Joshua Reichart Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Joshua Reichart's 500 Festival Experience July 2014 - Present
Job Client Services & Activation Manager at 500 Festival
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
500 Festival   July 2014 - Present
500 Festival   September 2013 - Present
500 Festival   June 2008 - Present
500 Festival   January 2008 - June 2008
University of Indianapolis Career Services   January 2006 - December 2007
Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana, Inc.   May 2007 - August 2007
University of Indianapolis Academic Success Center   2005 - 2007

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Social Media, Public Relations, Business Development, Sponsorship, Sports Marketing, Social Networking, Management, Hospitality, Marketing Communications, Fundraising, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Customer Service

Education
University of Indianapolis   2004 — 2008

Meredith (Rhudy) Palmison Meredith (Rhudy) Palmison Fort Wayne, Indiana Details
Meredith (Rhudy) Palmison's 500 Festival Experience 2004 - 2004
Job Admissions Assistant and Counselor at Indiana Tech Law School
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Indiana Tech School of Law   October 2012 - January 2015
Macey & Aleman  April 2009 - October 2012
Target  August 2008 - April 2009
Prudential Executive Group   August 2005 - July 2008
Cardinal Ritter High School  July 2004 - August 2005
500 Festival   2004 - 2004

Education
Butler University   2000 — 2004
Journalism, Public Relations

Alane Helmer Alane Helmer Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Alane Helmer's 500 Festival Experience December 2005 - June 2006
Job Manager, Corporate Partnerships at Riley Children's Foundation
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Riley Children's Foundation  December 2014 - Present
Riley Children's Foundation  July 2011 - December 2014
Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce  January 2011 - July 2011
Greater Indianapolis Chamber of Commerce  January 2007 - January 2011
500 Festival   December 2005 - June 2006
Maefield Development   2006 - 2006
Indy Racing League  2005 - 2005

Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Leadership, Building Relationships, Sponsorship Sales, Sponsorship Activation, Sponsorship Relations, Grassroots Fundraising, Newsletters, Social Media, Social Networking, Blogging, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Budgets, Management, Advertising, Email Marketing, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, Sponsorship, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Philanthropy, Customer Service, Facebook

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2001 — 2005

Moriah Merkel Sowders Moriah Merkel Sowders Bloomington, Indiana Details
Moriah Merkel Sowders's 500 Festival Experience January 2006 - June 2006
Job Content Specialist, Public Relations & Social Media at Cook Medical
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Cook Medical  October 2014 - Present
Cook Medical  December 2012 - October 2014
Oliver Winery  September 2012 - October 2013
Novo Nordisk Inc.  March 2011 - August 2012
American Society of Anesthesiologists  November 2008 - March 2011
American Legion Auxiliary  February 2007 - October 2008
Red Bull Energy Drink  May 2006 - October 2008
Community Health Network  July 2006 - December 2006
500 Festival   January 2006 - June 2006
St. Francis Hospital & Health Centers   August 2005 - December 2005

Skills
Leadership, Public Relations, Non-profits, Community Development, Social Media, Public Speaking, Marketing, Volunteer Management, Program Management, Media Relations, Public Policy, Event Planning, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Event Management

Education
The George Washington University   2010 — 2012
M.P.S., Political Management

Butler University   2002 — 2006
B.A., Journalism: PR & Advertising

John Ackerman John Ackerman Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
John Ackerman's 500 Festival Experience 2007 - Present
Job Managing Director, Cardinal Equity Partners
Industry Financial Services
Experience
500 Festival   2007 - Present
Cardinal Equity Partners   August 1993 - Present

Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management   1982 — 1983
MBA, Finance, Marketing

University of Michigan   1976 — 1980
BBa, Finance

Joelle Baugher Joelle Baugher Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Joelle Baugher's 500 Festival Experience October 2006 - August 2010
Job Account Manager & Contract Coordinator at TRS LLC (The Registration System)
Industry Events Services
Experience
TRS, LLC   October 2010 - Present
500 Festival   October 2006 - August 2010
Indianapolis Museum of Art  May 2006 - October 2006
United Way  2005 - 2006

Skills
Sports, Event Planning, Event Management, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Contract Management, Social Networking, Press Releases, Customer Service, Community Outreach

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2003 — 2006
MPA, Nonprofit Management

University of Colorado Boulder   1995 — 2000
BA, Communication

Colleen Hamm Bartel Colleen Hamm Bartel Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Colleen Hamm Bartel's 500 Festival Experience September 2002 - April 2012
Job Education Coordinator for Pravana
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
PRAVANA  March 2014 - Present
Blackburn Sports Marketing   May 2003 - May 2015
Sport Zone Indy   2013 - 2014
Kenra Professional  April 2012 - June 2013
500 Festival   September 2002 - April 2012
Sephora  September 2006 - October 2010
TV Travel   August 1986 - September 1988

Skills
CareerTrac - Team..., Certified in Microsoft..., Event Planning, Event Management, Public Speaking, Social Media, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Budgets, CRM, Leadership, Management, Trade Shows, Fundraising, Program Management, Sales, Marketing, Social Media Marketing

Education
Midwest Buisness College   1983 — 1985
Associates, Business/Travel & Toursim

Illinois Central College   1983 — 1984
General Studies

Metamora High School   1979 — 1982
Graduated

al wurster al wurster Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
al wurster's 500 Festival Experience 2006 - 2006
Job President at Wurster Construction Co. Inc
Industry Construction
Experience
Wurster Construction Co. Inc   May 1998 - Present
Wurster Construction Co.   May 1986 - Present
500 Festival   2006 - 2006

Skills
Renovation, LEED, Contractors, Construction Management, Subcontracting, Change Orders, Pre-construction, Contract Negotiation, Construction, Value Engineering, Contract Management, Submittals, Green Building, Public Speaking, Team Building, Microsoft Office

Education
Purdue University   1981 — 1985
BS BCT, Building Construction

Lara Boulton Lara Boulton Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Lara Boulton's 500 Festival Experience April 2006 - May 2012
Job Operations Coordinator at Medallion Partners, Inc
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Medallion Partners, Inc   June 2013 - Present
Dynamo FC   July 2011 - Present
Panther Youth Basketball League   September 2010 - February 2015
MS Companies  February 2013 - June 2013
Allisonville Elementary   August 2010 - May 2013
Metropolitan School District of Washington Township  October 2011 - February 2013
500 Festival   April 2006 - May 2012
MSDWT Parent Council   2007 - May 2010
CP Morgan  July 2002 - June 2003
White Lodging Services  February 2002 - June 2002

Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Coaching, Sales, Customer Service, Negotiation, Advertising

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1991 — 1995
BS, Public Health

Indiana University - Kelley School of Business   1991 — 1993
Minor, Business Foundations & Marketing

Springfield High School

Maranda Bruckner Maranda Bruckner Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Maranda Bruckner's 500 Festival Experience September 2003 - September 2005
Job Manager, Tax Credits and Incentives
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
Ernst & Young  January 2013 - Present
First Advantage  August 2010 - January 2013
Ball State University  August 2008 - May 2009
Northwest Airlines  September 2005 - August 2007
500 Festival   September 2003 - September 2005
Live Nation  January 2001 - September 2003

Education
Ball State University - College of Business   2008 — 2009
MBA, Entrepreneurship

Indiana University - Kelley School of Business   1996 — 2000
B.S., Management and Operations

Carrie Steffen Carrie Steffen Greater Atlanta Area Details
Carrie Steffen's 500 Festival Experience 2004 - 2004
Job Owner, Steffen Management, LLC
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Steffen Management, LLC   April 2010 - Present
Western Trauma Association   June 2002 - Present
Virtual Marketing Strategies  January 2005 - March 2010
500 Festival   2004 - 2004
SmithBucklin  October 2000 - June 2002

Skills
Meeting Planning, Contract Negotiation, Event Management, Event Planning, Vendor Management, Hotels, Public Speaking, Account Management, Trade Shows, Customer Service, Time Management, Program Management, Management, Sourcing, Corporate Events

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Sociology

Bridgett Mason Bridgett Mason Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Bridgett Mason's 500 Festival Experience January 2007 - June 2007
Job IUPUI Student
Industry Events Services
Experience
Enjoy Events   August 2008 - March 2009
500 Festival   January 2007 - June 2007
David's Bridal  May 2006 - September 2006

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2006 — 2009

Margaret Hermanek Margaret Hermanek Chicago, Illinois Details
Margaret Hermanek's 500 Festival Experience January 2010 - October 2012
Job Associate Director of Annual Giving and Special Events at The Catherine Cook School
Industry Fund-Raising
Experience
The Catherine Cook School  January 2013 - Present
The Catherine Cook School  October 2012 - January 2013
500 Festival   January 2010 - October 2012
Lincoln Park Zoo  May 2009 - August 2009
Indiana Senate Majority Campaign Committee   August 2008 - December 2008
Speakers Lab – Butler University   August 2006 - December 2008
Butler University  August 2005 - December 2008
500 Festival, Inc   January 2008 - June 2008
Honors Office – Butler University   May 2006 - January 2008

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Fundraising, Social Media, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Marketing, Budgets, Sponsorship, Newsletters, Training, Management

Education
Butler University   2005 — 2008
BA

Lorenzo de Medici   2007 — 2007
Study Abroad Experience

St. Ignatius College Prep   2001 — 2005
Honors College Prep Diploma

FXW   1992 — 2001

Jen Lowe Jen Lowe Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Jen Lowe's 500 Festival Experience March 2014 - Present
Job Vice President of Finance & HR at 500 Festival
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
500 Festival   March 2014 - Present
500 Festival   January 2011 - March 2014
Richard Harrison Bailey/The Agency  September 2000 - January 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Accounting, not for profit, Department Budgeting, Operating Budgets, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Not for Profit, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Event Planning, Fundraising, Budgeting, Nonprofits, Management

Education
Ball State University
Bachelors, Accounting

Pamela Klein Pamela Klein Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Pamela Klein's 500 Festival Experience September 2006 - Present
Job CoOwner Perfect Occasions
Industry Events Services
Experience
Perfect Occasions   2008 - Present
500 Festival   September 2006 - Present
A Victorian Garden   1990 - 2001
Kara & Me Too Toys   1993 - 1999
Simon Property Group  1986 - 1990
Wm. H. Block Department Stores   1983 - 1986

Skills
Retail, Event Planning, Event Management, Recruiting, Public Relations, Interior Design

Education
Indiana State University
B.S., Government, US History, Socialogy; English Minor

Indiana University Bloomington
M.Ed, Education

Nikki Wiles Nikki Wiles Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Nikki Wiles's 500 Festival Experience January 2011 - Present
Job Production Tech at Indiana Blood Center
Industry Medical Practice
Experience
500 Festival   January 2011 - Present
Manpower Professional  October 2010 - Present
Clarian Health  January 2008 - Present
Decatur Township Schools Corp   January 2011 - January 2012
You Are There Greeter   January 2011 - January 2012
Indiana University Health  December 2009 - October 2010
Covance Research Laboratories   December 2009 - March 2010
Aerotek  2006 - 2010
Hancock Regional Hospital  February 2009 - November 2009
MSD Wayne Township  September 2008 - December 2008

Skills
Healthcare, Hospitals, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Account Management, Non-profits, Clinical Research

Education
Indiana Business College   2006 — 2009
Associate of Science (A.S.), Clinical Laboratory Science/Medical Technology/Technologist

Harrison College
Associate of Science, Medical Laboratory Technology

Brandon Stahl Brandon Stahl Greater Seattle Area Details
Brandon Stahl's 500 Festival Experience March 2008 - May 2008
Job Administrative Scribe, Hand Therapy at Olympia Orthopaedic Associates
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Olympia Orthopaedic Associates  October 2014 - Present
Indian Summer Golf & Country Club   April 2012 - October 2014
Lucas Oil Stadium and Indiana Convention Center  October 2011 - February 2012
Butler University  November 2009 - February 2012
Pacers Sports & Entertainment  December 2007 - February 2012
Lucas Oil Stadium and Indiana Convention Center  June 2008 - October 2011
500 Festival   March 2008 - May 2008
Indianapolis Indians Baseball Club   January 2007 - September 2007

Skills
Event Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Sales

Education
Purdue University   2002 — 2007
Bachelors, Movement & Sports Science

Benjamin Pawelak Benjamin Pawelak Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Benjamin Pawelak's 500 Festival Experience July 2014 - Present
Job Sr. Manager, Consumer Sales & Service at 500 Festival
Industry Sports
Experience
500 Festival   July 2014 - Present
500 Festival   October 2012 - July 2014
National Hockey League  June 2010 - October 2012
500 Festival   August 2008 - November 2009
500 Festival   November 2007 - July 2008
National Park Service  January 2007 - September 2007
Philadelphia Eagles  May 2006 - December 2006

Skills
Event Management, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Ticketmaster Archtics, Guest Management System, Patron Edge Ticketing..., Raisers Edge Database..., Microsoft Access, Ticketing, Ticket Operations, Facebook, Social Networking

Education
Temple University   2003 — 2007
B.S., Sport and Recreation Management

Brandi Jarrett Brandi Jarrett Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Brandi Jarrett's 500 Festival Experience January 2010 - June 2010
Job Customer Development/Model Market Manager at PepsiCo
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
PepsiCo  July 2014 - Present
PepsiCo  April 2013 - July 2014
Firestone Building Products  June 2012 - March 2013
Bridgestone Americas Inc.  March 2012 - May 2012
Bridgestone Americas Inc.  July 2011 - April 2012
CytoSport, Inc.   June 2010 - September 2010
500 Festival   January 2010 - June 2010
Pacers Sports & Entertainment  September 2008 - December 2008

Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Social Networking, Sales, Marketing Communications, Organizational..., Reasoning Skills, Collaborative Problem..., Outstanding time..., Negotiation, Leadership, Cross Functional Team..., Oral & Written..., Stress Management, Highly motivated..., Methodical, Reliable, Strong Presentation..., Public Speaking, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support, Customer Engagement, B2B, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Training, Time Management

Education
Butler University   2007 — 2011
Bachelors, Marketing

Glenn Amos Glenn Amos Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Glenn Amos's 500 Festival Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Event Coordinator at 500 Festival
Industry Sports
Experience
500 Festival   January 2014 - Present
USA Triathlon  September 2011 - January 2014
500 Festival   January 2011 - June 2011
Music for All  September 2010 - December 2010
Amatuer Athletic Union  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Sponsorship, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Sports, Event Management, Event Planning, Athletics, Public Relations, Social Media, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Networking

Education
Indiana State University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sport Management

Carmel High School   2003 — 2006

Brett Sanford Brett Sanford Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Brett Sanford's 500 Festival Experience June 2010 - Present
Job Senior Event Manager at 500 Festival
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
500 Festival   June 2010 - Present
500 Festival   January 2009 - May 2010
C & G Distributing   January 2005 - December 2009
Pacers Sports & Entertainment  May 2008 - September 2008

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Logistics, Operations Management, Social Media, Sponsorship, Sports Management, Management, Leadership

Education
Kent State University   2004 — 2008
BS, Sport Administration, Business

Alejandro (Alex) Alcala Alejandro (Alex) Alcala Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Alejandro (Alex) Alcala's 500 Festival Experience January 2008 - June 2008
Job Senior Compliance Analyst at First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation
Industry Financial Services
Experience
First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation ®  November 2014 - Present
First Guaranty Mortgage Corporation  May 2013 - October 2014
Altron, Inc.   August 2010 - May 2013
Marion County Health Department  January 2010 - July 2010
Hanna for Congress   January 2010 - May 2010
500 Festival   January 2008 - June 2008

Skills
Social Media, Strategy, Marketing, Market Research, Business Development, Social Marketing, Marketing Communications, Creative Writing, Strategic Communications, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Public Health, Media Relations, Proposal Writing, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Leadership

Education
Purdue University   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising & Public Relations, Psychology

Kia Arion Kia Arion Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Kia Arion's 500 Festival Experience January 2011 - June 2011
Job Inventory Specialist/AnalystMarketing at Verizon Wireless
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Verizon Wireless  November 2011 - Present
500 Festival   January 2011 - June 2011
Ovar'Coming Together Inc.   January 2010 - May 2010

Education
Franklin College   2007 — 2011
Public Relations, Public Relations

Frankfort Senior High School   2003 — 2007

Chelsea Smock Chelsea Smock Indianapolis, Indiana Area Details
Chelsea Smock's 500 Festival Experience January 2012 - June 2012
Job Events and Volunteer Coordinator at Children's Bureau, Inc.
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Children's Bureau, Inc   December 2014 - Present
EnviroForensics  October 2014 - November 2014
Enterprise Fleet Management  August 2014 - October 2014
AmeriCorps  August 2013 - June 2014
Indiana Downs  July 2012 - August 2013
Encore Sotheby's International Realty  December 2010 - July 2013
Indiana Downs  May 2006 - July 2012
500 Festival   January 2012 - June 2012
The ALS Association Indiana Chapter   June 2011 - December 2011

Skills
Event Planning, Fundraising, Special Events, Public Speaking, Hospitality, Organizational..., Event Management, Customer Service, Sales, Newsletters, Leadership, Editing, Marketing, Social Media, Microsoft Office

Education
Butler University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication Studies