Amway Hotel Corporation
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Ford … MORE Museum, and a 9-minute drive from the Frederik Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park. Traditional rooms provide river or downtown views, and come with free Wi-Fi. Upgrades add seating, kitchens and/or free breakfast and cocktail hours. Room service is offered 24/7. There are 5 eateries, ranging from a coffee shop to an upscale steakhouse. The hotel also offers a spa, a sky-lit fitness center with a pool and 2 hot tubs, a 24-hour business center and boutique shopping. Air-conditioned Laundry service Business center Room service Kid-friendly Restaurant Pool Pet-friendly Airport shuttle Hot tub Spa Fitness center Bar Smoke-free View more amenities View fewer amenities Add a photoThanks for sharing!Your photo will be posted publicly on Google.Contribute MoreDoneUpload public photos of Amway Grand Plaza Hotel Posting publicly on the Web Write a review Review summary Review summaries provided by TrustYou. 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Amway Hotel Corporation Employees
Indian River County Hospital District April 2015 - Present
Rappel Health Law Group, P.L. May 2012 - January 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2011 - April 2012
Harrisons Restaurant January 2007 - March 2011
Cristy Oakes Law Firm May 2008 - June 2009
Boucher & Boucher, LLP August 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Research, Microsoft Word
Education
Miami-Jacobs Career College-Dayton 2007 — 2009
Associate of Science (A.S.), Legal Assistant/Paralegal
DoubleTree by Hilton July 2015 - Present
Doubletree by Hilton Asheville- Biltmore May 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2014 - May 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2012 - May 2015
Precision Meetings & Events February 2015 - March 2015
High Hampton Inn and Country Club June 2014 - August 2014
High Hampton Inn and Country Club May 2014 - August 2014
Precision Meeting and Events March 2014 - March 2014
Texas Roadhouse June 2010 - May 2013
Grand Valley State University April 2012 - October 2012
Skills
Spanish-speaking, Tourism, Cooking, Computer Proficiency, Hospitality, Leadership, Communication, Green Technology, Sustainability, Food, Hotels, Event Management, Resorts, Banquets, Guest Service Management, Front Office, Bartending, Restaurants, Spanish, Hospitality Industry, Property Management..., Revenue Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, ServSafe, Wine, Corporate Events, Reservation, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Meeting Planning, Menu Development, Fine Dining, Customer Service, Social Media, Teamwork, Social Networking, Food, Microsoft Office
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Hospitality, Tourism Management, Tourism and Travel Services Management
University of Deusto 2012 — 2012
Language and Culture Completion, Spanish Language and Literature
Louie's Equipment Sales September 2000 - Present
Bartel Kimble Sales 1997 - 2000
Amway Hotel Corporation 1993 - 1996
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Sales Process, Marketing, B2B, Refrigeration, Food, Microsoft Office, Account Management, Business Strategy, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Restaurants, Event Management, New Business Development, Retail, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Team Building
Education
Davenport University 1989 — 1996
Marketing, Sales and Marketing
ROADBELLY January 2015 - Present
Lyon Street Cafe November 2014 - Present
Caitlin Hoop Photography May 2012 - Present
The Rapidian August 2014 - January 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2012 - November 2014
Michaels Stores, Inc. April 2011 - May 2012
Grand Valley State University Campus Dining August 2010 - April 2012
Grand Rapids Public Museum October 2011 - January 2012
Media Rare March 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Photography, Museum Collections, Lightroom, Collections Management, Museums, Research, PowerPoint, Social Media, Word, Writing, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Excel, Project Management, Barista Training
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2012
B.S, Anthropology
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Anthropology
Catholic Charities West Michigan June 2012 - Present
Karpata Instore Service, LLC September 2008 - December 2012
Kent County April 2011 - June 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2007 - October 2008
John Ball Zoo April 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Teamwork, Proofreading, Organization, Project Planning, PowerPoint, Administrative..., Marketing, Administration, Editing, Office Management, Advertising, Spanish, Executive..., Leadership, Program Management, Social Services, Teaching, Management, Microsoft Office
Education
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Hospitality and Tourism Management
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Hospitality and Tourism Management
JW Marriott Grand Rapids April 2014 - Present
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel May 2013 - April 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2012 - May 2013
Sage Hospitality Resources June 2011 - August 2011
Round Barn Winery May 2010 - November 2010
Skills
Written Communication, Personal Communication, Time Management, Conflict Management, Friendly Personality, Financial Understanding, Respect, Always On Time, Customer Service, Certified Tourism..., Hospitality Management, Tourism, Customer Satisfaction, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Restaurants, Hospitality, Event Management, Event Planning, Hotel Management, Microsoft Office, Food & Beverage, Front Office
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Hospitality and Tourism Management
St. Joseph High School 2005 — 2009
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2013 - Present
Truscott Rossman March 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2014 - March 2015
Urban Persona June 2014 - March 2015
Choice Hotels International May 2014 - May 2014
Courtyard by Marriott August 2012 - July 2013
Marriott International June 2011 - August 2012
Washtenaw Community College December 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Sales, Social Media, Advertising, Public Relations, Tourism, Marketing, Public Speaking, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Time Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising and Public Relations
Washtenaw Community College 2008 — 2011
Associate's Degree, Occupational Studies
Mirror Image Auto Perfection March 2015 - Present
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel August 2011 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2013 - November 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teamwork, Leadership, Hospitality Industry, Access, SQL
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Management Information Systems, General
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
SRS - Seller Representative Specialist Designation November 2014 - Present
Century 21 Northland February 2014 - Present
CityFlatsHotel June 2011 - February 2014
CityFlatsHotel September 2007 - June 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2006 - April 2007
CWB Property Management November 2004 - May 2006
Skills
Training, Hospitality Management, Leadership, Marketing, Hotels, Human Resources, Business Networking, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Opening Hotels, Boutique Hotels, Hotel Administration, Budgets, Catering, Hospitality, Restaurants, Rooms Division, Real Estate, Hotel Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Hospitality and Tourism Management
Northern Michigan University 1999 — 2001
Traverse City Central High School
Red Peak Properties February 2015 - August 2015
Red Peak Properties July 2014 - February 2015
Metro Construction April 2014 - July 2014
Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center January 2013 - March 2014
Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center November 2011 - December 2012
Hyatt Regency Denver at Colorado Convention Center September 2010 - November 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation February 2005 - September 2010
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Rooms Division, Front Office, Micros, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Forecasting, Property Management..., Budgets, Revenue Analysis, Payroll, Catering
Education
Grand Valley State University 2001 — 2005
Hospitality Management, Lodging Emphasis
Andy J. Egan Co. November 2014 - Present
D/A Central, Inc. August 2014 - November 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2013 - July 2014
PNC Bank December 1995 - May 2013
The Crossroads Mall April 1993 - December 1995
MC SPORTING GOODS August 1989 - April 1993
Bronson Methodist Hospital 1985 - 1987
Skills
Executive Protection, Investigations, Security Audits, Security Training, Access Control, Contingency Planning, Life Safety, Physical Security, Policy, Surveillance, Retail, Disaster Recovery, Loss Prevention, Strategic Planning, Risk Assessment, Operations Management, Security, Banking, Protection, Security Management, Security Operations, Internal Investigations, Emergency Management, Private Investigations, Leadership, Training, Crisis Management, Budgets, Enforcement, Investigation, Fraud, Corporate Security, Program Management, Asset Protection, Risk Management, Criminal Investigations, Background Checks, Business Continuity, Vulnerability Assessment, Management, Criminal Justice, Supervisory Skills
Education
Western Michigan University 1982 — 1987
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice, Public Administration
Grand Valley State University 1990 — 1992
Associate's Degree, Paralegal Studies
Ann Arbor Pioneer High School 1979 — 1982
JW Marriott February 2013 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation February 2012 - February 2013
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Drums, Event Management, Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Advertising, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Copywriting, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Web Design, Photoshop, Editing, Creative Writing, Music, Entertainment, Recording, Sound, Video Production, Outlook, Digital Media, Music Industry, Music Production, Final Cut Pro, Music Technology, Mac, Photography, Songwriting, Television, Blogging, Music Education, Public Relations, New Media, Marketing, Live Sound, Live Recording, MIDI, YouTube, Audio Post Production, Online Marketing, Audio Editing, Studio Recording, Professional Audio, Mastering, Audio Engineering, Digital Recording
Education
McNally Smith College of Music 2004 — 2006
Recording Engineer, Recording and Production
Quicken Loans June 2014 - Present
Nielsen July 2013 - May 2014
Heart of West Michigan United Way January 2013 - May 2013
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2011 - December 2012
Impact Advertising October 2010 - January 2011
GVSU Bookstore September 2008 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Photoshop, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Public Relations, Client Relations Skills, Advertising Research, Task Management, Data Analysis
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Orchard Lake Saint Mary's 2004 — 2008
American Cancer Society September 2015 - Present
American Cancer Society May 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2014 - January 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2014 - November 2014
The Village Cafe and Pub June 2014 - August 2014
Mission Point Resort May 2013 - August 2013
ele3 Event Planning and Design July 2012 - October 2012
Big Boy August 2010 - June 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Google Docs, Mac OS X, OS X, Menu Development, Event Management, Hospitality, Banquets, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Time Management, Event Planning, Customer Service
Education
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2014
Bachelors Degree of Science, Hospitality and Tourism Management; Event Planning
St. Johns High School 2007 — 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation October 2013 - Present
JW Marriott Grand Rapids April 2010 - October 2013
Gerald R. Ford Job Corps March 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Property Management..., Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Restaurants, Physical Security, First Aid, Security Management, Security
Education
Aquinas College 1997 — 2003
Master in Education, Secondary Education and Teaching
Western Michigan University 1996 — 1997
Portola Hotel & Spa at Monterey Bay April 2015 - Present
Carver Hotel Group April 2014 - April 2015
Marriott Oakland City Center - Oakland Convention Center - Courtyard by Marriott Oakland City Center June 2013 - April 2014
Ridge Resorts January 2012 - June 2013
My Internet Scout January 2010 - January 2012
InterContinental Mark Hopkins San Francisco January 2008 - January 2010
Marriott San Francisco Regional Sales Office April 2006 - January 2008
JW Marriott San Francisco January 2005 - April 2006
Hilton in the Walt Disney World Resort January 2002 - January 2005
Amway Hotel Corporation January 1994 - May 1996
Skills
Entrepreneur, Sales Management, Negotiation, Customer Relations, Hotels, Promotions, Event Management, Event Planning, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Budgeting, Social Media, Account Management, Trade Shows, Market Planning, Hospitality, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Team Building, Customer Service, Fundraising, Problem Solving, Marketing Communications, Coaching, Business Planning, Advertising, Contract Negotiation, Online Marketing, Product Development, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Contract Negotiations, Microsoft Office, Market Research, Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Planning, Tourism, Excel, Public Speaking, Strategy Development, Product Management, Product Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, B2B, E-commerce, Research, Budgets
Education
Purdue University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's of Science, Consumer and Family Sciences
Ecolab May 2015 - Present
Ecolab May 2013 - May 2015
Royce Rolls Ringer June 2003 - May 2013
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Product Development, Process Improvement, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Analysis, Business Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Sales
Education
Michigan State University 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Grand Rapids Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate's degree, Culinary Management
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2015 - Present
NewGamerNation.com October 2014 - January 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2013 - December 2014
NewGamerNation.com April 2013 - October 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2011 - June 2013
Darden August 2008 - June 2010
Skills
Blogging, Video Editing, Public Speaking, Social Media, News Writing, Interviews, Press Releases, Writing, Writing News Releases, Hospitality, Computers, Travel Arrangements, Online Journalism, Video, Facebook
Education
Grand Valley State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Grand Rapids Community College 2011 — 2013
Associate's degree, Arts, 3.0
Grandville High School 2006 — 2010
High School Diploma
State of Michigan May 2014 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2014 - Present
Kalamazoo United Lacrosse October 2013 - Present
WKTV November 2013 - April 2014
Ferris State University January 2012 - April 2013
James Street Inn October 2006 - September 2009
Skills
Camera Operating, Video Editing, Microsoft Word, Avid Media Composer, After Effects, Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express, YouTube, Sports, Digital Media, Television, Editing, Video, Film, Blogging, Camera Operation, Social Media, Videography
Education
Ferris State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Grand Rapids Community College 2008 — 2009
West Ottawa
Meijer May 2015 - Present
Meijer February 2015 - May 2015
Global Reach Languages, Inc. September 2014 - November 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2011 - September 2013
Northwestern Mutual June 2013 - August 2013
Rochester Event and Equipment Rental June 2011 - August 2012
Vector Marketing May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Time Management, Sales, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Teamwork, Management, Marketing, Team Leadership, Research, Microsoft Excel
Education
Aquinas College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science in International Business, International Business, German, 3.063 Cumulative GPA
Farmers Insurance January 2013 - Present
Foremost Insurance January 2013 - Present
Empire Franchise Group June 2012 - January 2013
Bistro Bella Vita April 2012 - January 2013
Marriott International August 2009 - September 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation August 1999 - August 2009
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Meeting Planning, Property & Casualty..., Accounts Receivable, Business Development, Sales, Xactimate, Microsoft Office, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Banquets, Negotiation, Hotels, Critical Thinking, Customer Service
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance, General
Calvin Christian High School
GLS Sprachschule and Berlin Volkhochschule 2013 — 2014
German Language and Literature
University of Michigan January 2015 - Present
University of Michigan September 2014 - April 2015
Mead Johnson Nutrition May 2013 - August 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2012 - April 2013
Grand Valley State University April 2012 - July 2012
University of Michigan College of Pharmacy August 2011 - August 2011
Grand Valley State University August 2010 - May 2011
Putterz Mini Golf July 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Time Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Communication, Customer Service, Laboratory Skills, Gas Chromatography, Gel Electrophoresis, HPLC, Close Attention to..., Social Media, Event Planning, Event Management, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality, Field Work
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Biology, General
Washtenaw Community College 2011 — 2011
Amalie Arena November 2014 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2013 - October 2014
Panera Bread October 2012 - September 2013
Meijer May 2008 - October 2012
Education
Baker College of Muskegon 2005 — 2007
Certificate, Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2014 - Present
JW Marriott Grand Rapids June 2014 - Present
DeVries Landscape Management, Inc. December 2009 - April 2014
VanderMolen Poured Wall Inc. June 2005 - November 2013
Skills
Criminal Justice, Criminal Law, First Aid, Cpr Certified, Windows 8, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Westlaw, Security, CPR Certified
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Criminal Justice. Minor in Juvenile Justice, 3.0/4.0
Grand Rapids Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate's degree, Criminal Justice/Law Enforcement Administration
Spectrum Health August 2015 - Present
SMG Worldwide Entertainment & Convention Venue Management December 2009 - Present
Spectrum Health June 2014 - August 2015
Spectrum Health March 2014 - June 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation February 2014 - June 2014
JW Marriott February 2014 - June 2014
Vredevoogd Heating and Cooling June 2012 - June 2013
US Army August 2009 - August 2012
US Army May 2007 - August 2009
Skills
Army, Leadership, Security Clearance, Training, Maintenance, Leadership Development, Security, Risk Assessment, Weapons, Access Control, Team Building, Human Resources, Physical Security, Exercises, Employee Relations, Military, Troubleshooting, Recruiting, Interviews, Networking, Marketing, Talent Acquisition, Organizational..., Surveillance, Conflict Resolution, Onboarding, Intelligence, Sourcing, Social Networking, Operational Planning, Crisis Management, Advertising, Outlook, Resume Writing, Public Relations, Employee Benefits, Management, Time Management
Education
Northwood University 2015 — 2018
Adult Degree Program
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2014 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2012 - June 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2010 - June 2014
Blythefield Country Club June 1997 - August 2010
Van Andel Institute July 2008 - July 2010
Throwbacks Bar & Grill February 2009 - October 2009
IHOP August 2005 - May 2008
Maui Beach Sun Centre's April 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Restaurants, Catering, Event Planning, Micros, Banquets, Event Management, Fine Dining, Management, Property Management..., Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
University of Arizona 2002 — 2004
Dance
Grand Valley State University 2002 — 2002
Dance
Grand Rapids Community College 2000 — 2002
General
JW Marriott Grand Rapids September 2014 - Present
SuperCamp July 2013 - Present
SuperCamp July 2012 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2013 - September 2014
Skills
Customer Service, Leadership, Creative Problem Solving, Communication, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Teamwork, Event Planning, Social Networking, Event Management, Team Leadership, Social Media, Team Building, Hospitality
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2014 — 2016
Counseling Psychology
St. Cecilia Music Center June 2007 - Present
Panera Bread October 2005 - June 2007
TGI Fridays July 2004 - October 2005
Amway Hotel Corporation April 1997 - August 2003
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Customer Service, Theatre, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Social Networking
Education
Grand Valley State University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Music
Western Michigan University 1994 — 1995
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2013 - Present
Igarden June 2012 - August 2013
Disher Design & Development July 2012 - August 2012
Beacon Hill at Eastgate June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Teamwork, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Customer Satisfaction, Research
Education
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2016
Public and Nonprofit Administration
Crowe Horwath LLP April 2015 - Present
Crowe Horwath LLP August 2014 - March 2015
Open Systems Technologies, Inc. January 2014 - July 2014
Configura June 2013 - December 2013
IBM August 2010 - June 2013
Aquinas College May 2010 - August 2010
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel June 1998 - July 2010
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
.NET, ASP.NET MVC, C#, HTML, JavaScript, Jenkins, Liquibase, XML, CSS, Web Development, Continuous Integration, Software Development, Application Development, Java, Databases, SQL, Programming, Requirements Gathering, Visual Studio, Visio, Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, Web Design, System Design, Requirements Analysis, Systems Analysis, Microsoft Office, ActionScript, Mobile Web Design, Microsoft SQL Server, Client Interfacing, Oracle SQL, Project Estimation, Emacs, AngularJS, Web Applications
Education
Aquinas College 2008 — 2010
BS, Computer Information Systems
Aquinas College 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's of Fine Art, Printmaking, Scuplture
The Oxford Club Spa & Salon June 2015 - Present
SowHope December 2014 - Present
American Airlines August 2014 - June 2015
J.W. Marriott April 2013 - June 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2014 - September 2014
Starbucks July 2012 - April 2013
J.W. Marriott Grand Rapids August 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Social Media, Teamwork, Blogging, Event Management, Social Networking, Spanish, Facebook, Time Management, Community Outreach
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish Language and Literature
Universidad de Granada 2011 — 2012
The Mar-a-Lago Club July 2015 - Present
HLR Consulting LLC January 2011 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation February 2001 - January 2007
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Trained on Quadra Med..., Trained on 3M Encoder, Electronic Health..., ICD-9-CM and ICD-10-CM..., Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Medical Coding, Hotels, Data Entry, Medical Terminology, Medical Records, Front Office, Outlook, Telephone Skills, Travel, Travel Management, Hospitality Service, Travel Arrangements, Front Office Support, Flight Attendant..., Tourism
Education
Rasmussen College-Minnesota 2013 — 2015
Associates of Applied Science-Health Information Technician, Associates of Applied Science-Health Information Technician
Travel Education Institute
Certificate of Completion, Tourism and Travel Services Management
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2015 - Present
Outback Steakhouse September 2008 - July 2015
Skills
Punctual, Hard Working, Management Skills and..., Strive to be better..., Organized, Quick Learner, Never Quit, Responible, Take on the tasks at..., Hospitality, Restaurants, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Event Planning, Leadership, Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Time Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance
Grand Rapids Community College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Arts (AA)
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2014 - Present
JW Marriott Grand Rapids July 2013 - December 2014
Holland Christian High School August 2011 - June 2013
Holland Christian High School 2011 - 2011
Spartan Stores 2011 - 2011
Landsharks June 2008 - August 2010
Calvin College October 2008 - June 2009
SpringHill Camps 2009 - 2009
Skills
Public Speaking, Teaching, Event Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Event Management, Public Relations, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Fundraising, American Sign Language, iWork, Social Media Marketing, Teaching English as a..., ESL, Research, Team Leadership, Facebook, Graphic Design, Marketing Communications, Editing, Social Media, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Non-profits, Blogging, Volunteer Management, Theatre, Human Resources, Benefits Administration, Recruiting
Education
Calvin College
English/ Fine Arts
Cornerstone University
TESOL
Amway Hotel Corporation 2005 - 2013
Hilton Sandestin Beach Golf Resort & Spa January 2003 - June 2005
Doral Golf Resort and Spa June 2001 - October 2001
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa January 1998 - June 2000
DoubleTree by Hilton 1996 - 1998
Skills
Rooms Division, Hospitality, Leadership, Front Office, Resorts, Customer Service, Management, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Property Management..., Food & Beverage, Time Management, Hotels, Micros, Guest Service Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 1991 — 1993
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Hospitality Administration/Management
Amway Hotel Corporation February 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation March 2013 - February 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2012 - March 2013
Grand Valley State University Campus Dining January 2011 - July 2012
Grand Valley Delta Upsilon January 2011 - March 2012
Grand Valley State University August 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Data Processing, PowerPoint, Social Media, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Facebook, Event Management, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Teamwork, Market Research, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Amway Hotel Corporation November 2014 - Present
Talbots April 2010 - Present
United Federal Credit Union December 2012 - November 2014
The Buck Burgers & Brew May 2012 - October 2012
Bearclaw Coffee Company July 2011 - July 2012
Silver Beach Pizza CO August 2005 - May 2010
Bear Claw Coffee Co October 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel
Education
Hope College 2009 — 2011
Bachelors of Arts, Business Management
Lake Michigan College - Benton
General Education/Music
Western Michigan University March 2013 - Present
Western Michigan University May 2008 - March 2013
Amway Hotel Corporation November 2005 - May 2008
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2007 - December 2007
Kirlin's Hallmark July 2000 - November 2005
Education
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality and Tourism Management, Hospitality and Tourism
Grand Rapids Community College 2001 — 2004
Associate in Liberal Arts, General Studies
Bonne Aventure May 2015 - Present
PTL Events February 2015 - Present
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. July 2014 - Present
95 South June 2014 - March 2015
Calvin Klein November 2014 - February 2015
High Profile Family June 2013 - June 2014
KWL Management June 2013 - June 2014
Wellspring Community Church May 2012 - June 2013
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2011 - June 2013
Grand Valley State University January 2011 - April 2011
Skills
Organization &..., Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Management, Customer Service, Goal Oriented, Front Office, Creative Problem Solving, Fast-paced, Social Media Marketing, Property Management..., Intrinsically Motivated, Always Willing to Learn, Superior Computer Skills, Proficient Typing Skills, Event Planning, Social Media, Foreign Languages, World Traveler, Information Technology, Computer Proficiency, Team Player, Microsoft Office, Mac OS, Troubleshooting
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor’s Degree, Hospitality and Tourism Management/ French
Bob Jones University 2009 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Business
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2008 - Present
Great Lakes Caring September 2014 - Present
Meijer August 2004 - June 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, PowerPoint, Social Networking, Administrative..., Social Skills, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Data Entry, Merchandising, Trade Shows, Digital Photography, Event Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management, Event Management, Mac OS, Direct Sales, Website Development, Analytics, Problem Solving, Social Media, Apple Safari, Data Analysis, Facebook, Twitter, Office Management
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Grand Rapids Community College
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Staffing Inc. - West Michigan Whitecaps July 2015 - Present
Prospect Solutions Inc. February 2015 - July 2015
West Michigan Whitecaps May 2013 - September 2014
Enwork May 2013 - September 2013
Orthopaedic Associates of Michigan May 2012 - August 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2011 - January 2012
Kooikstra Chiropractic May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Basics of Supply Chain..., Warehousing, Physical Therapy, Office Management, Time Management, Customer Satisfaction, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Hiring, Facebook, Marketing
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Allied Health Sciences
Grandville High School 2006 — 2010
High school diploma
David Burke Group August 2012 - Present
Waterford Hotel Group July 2011 - July 2012
The Chanler at Cliff Walk July 2009 - July 2011
Callaway Gardens March 2007 - March 2009
Beau Rivage Resort and Casino June 2002 - July 2003
Peabody Hotel, Memphis 1998 - 2002
GF Management 1996 - 1998
Amway Hotel Corporation 1993 - 1996
TCC Hotels, The Continental Companies 1987 - 1993
Skills
Food & Beverage, Hotels, Budgeting, Team Building, Scheduling, Fine Dining, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Operations Management, Planning, Hospitality, Resorts, Hiring, Food, Hospitality Management, Menu Development, Hotel Management, Hospitality Industry, Pre-opening, Restaurants, Guest Service, Restaurant Management, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Banquets, Forecasting, Purchasing, Excel, Wine, Coaching, Staff Training, Microsoft Office, P&L, Guest Satisfaction, Word, Revenue Management, Menu Design, Supervisory Skills, Cost Control, Customer Relations, Training, Project Planning, Microsoft Excel, Cuisine, Leadership, Micros, Catering, Process Scheduler, Culinary Skills, Budgets
Education
Miami Dade College 1979 — 1981
A.S. Degree, Hotel Restaurant Management
Barry University 1978 — 1979
Learned to speak and write English, Intensive English for Foreign Students
College Saint Anselme, Bernay, FRANCE. 1975 — 1977
Baccalaureat, Business Economics
Amway Hotel Corporation March 2014 - Present
Your Chauffeur June 2013 - March 2014
Jets Pizza February 2012 - March 2014
DHL June 2004 - June 2009
S-G Imported Car Parts 2002 - 2004
Skills
Computer Maintenance, Computer Repair, Customer Service, TCP/IP, Microsoft Office, Logistics, Computer Hardware..., Cisco Technologies, CCENT, Cisco Networking, Customer Support, Microsoft Word, Communication, Windows 7, Active Directory, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Davenport University 2009 — 2011
Associate of Science (AS), CCNA and A+ Exploration, 3.85
Grand Rapids Christian High School 1996 — 2000
Amway Hotel Corporation 2008 - Present
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel 2005 - 2008
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel 2000 - 2005
English Hills Country Club & Terrace 1997 - 2000
Brookshire Inn & Golf Club 1994 - 1997
Royal Fork Restaurants 1991 - 1994
Skills
Hotels, Food & Beverage, Event Management, Meeting Planning, Banquets, Conventions, Hospitality, Event Planning, Special Events, Site Selection, Trade Shows, Conferences, Customer Service, Hospitality Management, Catering, Hotel Contract..., Hotel Site Selection, Budgets, Social Media, Convention Services, Sales, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Tourism, Hotel Management, Property Management..., Contract Negotiation, Restaurants, Corporate Events, Customer Satisfaction, Delphi
Education
Lansing Community College 1986 — 1988
Business
Georgia-Pacific LLC January 2015 - Present
Domino's Pizza May 2014 - December 2014
Grand Valley State University August 2013 - August 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2014 - April 2014
Modoc's Market May 2011 - August 2013
Skills
Leadership, Occupational Health, Training, People-oriented, Communication Skills, Best Practices, Program Development, Safety Auditing, Hearing Conservation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Outlook, Social Media
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Occupational Safety and Health Technology/Technician
Scentsy March 2014 - Present
Van Andel Institute September 2012 - July 2015
United States Air Force January 2007 - August 2008
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2004 - April 2006
Education
Grand Rapids Community College
Gentex Corporation August 2013 - Present
Holiday Inn Express & Suites South Grand Rapids, MI May 2013 - June 2013
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2012 - May 2013
Choice Hotels International May 2011 - October 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2012 - September 2012
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel September 2011 - May 2012
Fair Haven Ministries Church October 2005 - September 2011
The Home Depot June 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Hospitality, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Event Planning, Hospitality Industry, Food, Social Networking, Facebook, Event Management, Hotel Management, Social Media, Property Management..., Cashiering, Restaurants
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Hospitality and Tourism Management
Grand Rapids Community College 2007 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2014 - May 2015
Holiday Inn Express September 2013 - July 2014
New York and Company September 2013 - July 2014
Holiday Inn Express September 2012 - September 2013
Modern Day Floral 2011 - 2012
Clear Channel Media + Entertainment 2011 - 2011
Clear Channel Media + Entertainment 2011 - 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Communication, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Travel Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Hospitality Administration/Management
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2015 - Present
Homewood Suites by Hilton March 2015 - September 2015
China one buffet July 2012 - March 2015
Copthorne Orchid Hotel Penang, Malaysia July 2010 - October 2010
Grand Dorsett Subang Hotel Malaysia January 2010 - March 2010
Skills
Pay Close Attention to..., Multitasking Skills, Highly self-motivated, hotel reservation..., Fast Learner, Multilingual..., Problem Solving, Work Well Independently, Group Work, Open Minded, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Guest Service Management, Rooms Division, Goal Oriented, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Hospitality Administration/Management
Taylor's University, Malaysia 2009 — 2011
Diploma, Hospitality and Tourism Management
Hungerford Nichols CPAs + Advisors January 2013 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2012 - Present
Aquinas College May 2010 - August 2012
East Grand Rapids High School March 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Financial Statements, Journal Entries, GAAP, Internal Controls, Payroll, Corporate Tax, Tax Accounting, Cost Accounting, Bank Reconciliation, Sales Tax, Teamwork, IFRS, Customer Service
Education
Aquinas College 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting
West Michigan Environmental Action Council September 2013 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2011 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Budgets
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2010 — 2015
Cornerstone University March 2015 - Present
Ada Bible Church - Knapp St Campus September 2013 - Present
Customusic January 2012 - August 2014
Ada Bible Church April 2011 - August 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2010 - December 2011
Parkview Church May 2007 - May 2010
Education
Grace Bible College 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Worship Arts, Worship Media
Amway Hotel Collection July 1992 - Present
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel 1992 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation 1992 - Present
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hotels, Meeting Planning, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage, Event Management, Sales, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Catering, Trade Shows, Tourism, Time Management, Contract Negotiation, Convention Services, Leadership
Education
Michigan State University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Communications, Arts and Sciences
Amway Hotel Corporation
Skills
Hospitality Management, Management, Hospitality, Team Building, Banquets, Hotels, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage, Property Management..., Social Networking, Event Planning, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Event Management
Education
Aquinas College 1985 — 1989
BSBA, Business, Human Resources
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2007 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2005 - June 2007
New England Financial 1997 - 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Event Management, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Sales, PowerPoint, Hospitality, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Hospitality Industry, Budgets, Meeting Planning, Management, Food & Beverage, Hotel Management, Convention Services, Trade Shows, Property Management..., Catering, Resorts, Delphi, Restaurants, Revenue Analysis, Banquets, Tourism, Corporate Events, Guest Service Management, Front Office, Rooms Division, Micros, Customer Satisfaction, Yield Management, Wedding Planning, Incentives, Pre-opening, Destination Marketing
Education
Ferris State University 1988 — 1990
Hospitality
Kent City High School 1984 — 1988
Diploma, College Prep
Kim Thorsen Real Estate July 2015 - Present
Amway December 2013 - July 2015
Amway September 2012 - December 2013
Amway April 2012 - September 2012
Amway May 2011 - April 2012
GrandPR September 2010 - March 2012
Public relations student society of America August 2010 - March 2012
Rogue River Project January 2011 - April 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation 2011 - 2011
Lambert, Edwards & Associates 2011 - 2011
Skills
Media Relations, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Event Planning, Public Relations, Time Management, Community Outreach, Event Management, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Prezi, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office..., Cision, Issues Managment, Corporate Branding, Brand Ambassadors, Beauty Industry, News Releases, Cross-functional Team..., Corporate Budgeting, Branding & Identity, Agency Relationship...
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2012
B.S. in Advertising and Public Relations, Public Relations
Rockford High School 2004 — 2008
High School Diploma
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation March 2013 - May 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2014 - September 2014
TGI Fridays November 2012 - February 2013
Manistee National Golf & Resort "an osprey recreational property" April 2009 - October 2012
Tuscan Grille August 2006 - January 2009
Glen's Family Market August 2006 - June 2007
Waterworks August 2005 - March 2006
Jenison Car Wash March 2005 - August 2005
Bungalow Inn May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Cooking, Food & Beverage, Time Management, Food, Sales, Cuisine, Inventory Management, Sanitation, Hotels, Catering, Restaurants, Banquets
Education
Ferris State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Hospitality Administration/Management, 3.87 GPA
Grand Rapids Community College 2013 — 2015
Associate's Degree, Restaurant, Culinary, and Catering Management/Manager, 3.91 GPA
Grand Valley State University 2002 — 2005
Associates, Business Management
Manistee High School 1999 — 2002
High School Diploma Associates Degree, General/Mathematics
Amway Hotel Corporation November 2011 - Present
BISSELL Homecare, Inc. September 2010 - November 2011
Grand Valley State University March 2009 - September 2010
WOOD TV September 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Press Releases, Advertising, Email Marketing, Newsletters, Public Relations, Online Marketing, Management, Digital Marketing, Editing, WordPress, Creative Direction, InDesign, Leadership
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Writing with Public Relations Concentration
Grand Valley Police Department August 2015 - Present
Grand Valley Police Department June 2013 - August 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation March 2013 - October 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Teamwork, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Hospitality Industry, Public Speaking, Time Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, German Language and Literature
Pädagogische Hochschule Schwäbisch Gmünd 2012 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, German Studies
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2015 - Present
Kalamazoo Vapor Shop September 2014 - Present
English Gardens April 2013 - August 2013
Morty's Secret Garden April 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Event Planning, Social Media, Leadership, Higher Education, Time Management, Community Outreach, Data Entry, Peachtree, QuickBooks, Tax Preparation, Accounting, Criminal Law, Nonprofits
Education
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's of Science, Criminal Justice
Washtenaw Community College 2008 — 2011
Associate's Degree, Occupational Studies
Washtenaw Community College 2008 — 2011
Certificate, Accounting
White Lodging Services February 2015 - September 2015
White Lodging Services August 2014 - February 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2012 - July 2014
Sleep Inn & Suites August 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Always Punctual, Hospitality, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Organizational..., Team-oriented, Teamwork, Cashiering, Telephone Skills
Education
Grand Valley State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Hospitality and Tourism Management
Maxim Healthcare Services March 2015 - Present
Action Industrial Supply August 2014 - March 2015
R&R Marketing January 2013 - August 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2007 - August 2013
Skills
Hospitals, Healthcare Management, Medical Terminology, HIPAA, CPR Certified, Nursing, Patient Safety, Time Management, Healthcare Information..., Customer Service
Education
Davenport University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Davenport University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa July 2013 - Present
Great Wolf Lodge December 2012 - July 2013
Amway Hotel Corporation February 2012 - October 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2011 - February 2012
Resort at Squaw Creek February 2010 - October 2011
Resort at Squaw Creek May 2009 - February 2010
Resort at Squaw Creek September 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Food & Beverage, Event Management, Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Delphi, Microsoft Office, Micros, SMS, Hotel Management, Property Management..., Banquets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Opera, Customer Service, Cvent, meeting matrix, ALHI, Starcite, Helmsbriscoe, ELITE Meetings, Tourism, Concierge Services, Rooms Division, Management, Revenue Analysis, Catering, Sales, Time Management, Guest Service Management
Education
California State University-Chico 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Special Events & Tourism
Weed High School 2000 — 2004
Graduated, High School Diploma
Radisson Blu July 2014 - Present
Radisson Blu September 2013 - July 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation February 2013 - July 2013
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2012 - February 2013
Royal Park Hotel May 2012 - August 2012
ShutterBooth May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Event Planning, Merchandising, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Goal Oriented, Cash Handling, Microsoft Office 2007, Customer Satisfaction, Teamwork, Product Marketing, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Relations, Fundraising, Time Management, Sales, Hotels, Restaurants, Microsoft Office
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2013
BS, Hospitality and Tourism Management; Meeting and Event Management
Clarkston High School 2005 — 2009
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2011 - Present
Tim Hortons October 2013 - January 2014
Nook and Cranny June 2010 - August 2010
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2011 — 2013
Staybridge Suites® Hotels May 2015 - Present
Terra GR January 2015 - May 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2013 - November 2014
Arena District January 2012 - June 2013
Contemporary Services Corporation April 2013 - April 2013
Precision Meetings & Events March 2013 - March 2013
McRae Hospitality Group- Bayside Grille August 2008 - August 2012
The Leukemia & Lymphoma Society December 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Event Management, Social Media, Event Planning, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Fundraising, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Corporate Events, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Time Management, Hotels, Alcoholic Beverages, Management, Staff Supervision, Wine, Food & Beverage, Food Safety, Employee Training
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Hospitality Administration/Management
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation October 2010 - March 2015
Skills
Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Newsletters, TIPS Certified, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Open Office, Scribus, Adobe InDesign, Meeting Minutes, Presentations, Hospitality Industry, Social Media, Social Networking
Education
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Writing
Lake City High School 2000 — 2004
Autism Support of Kent County July 2015 - Present
St. Benedict Properties LLC November 2014 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2013 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2008 - January 2013
Courtyard by Marriott Downtown Grand Rapids MI (Amway Hotel Corporation) October 2011 - June 2012
Paradisus Playa Conchal Costa Rica March 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Spanish-English, Social Networking, Front Office, Microsoft Office, TIPS Certified, Guest Service Management, Teamwork, Hospitality Management, Guest Recovery, Team Leadership, Highly responsible, Tourism Management, Spanish, Tourism, Resorts, Concierge Services, Team Building, Lodging
Education
Ferris State University 2014 — 2015
Latino Talent Initiative, Economic and social impact of Latinos in their communities. 8 months program
Grand Valley State University 2011 — 2013
B.B.A. General Management, Business Administration and Management, General
Grand Rapids Community College 2009 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2015 - Present
Orthopedic Associates of Michigan January 2015 - August 2015
Grand Rapids Public Library August 2013 - January 2014
Edward Worth Library, Dublin, Ireland May 2013 - July 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Cataloging, Library Science, History Of Medicine, History Of Science, Organization, Archival Research, Archival Processing, Archival Preservation, Rare Book Handling, Archives, Research, History, Libraries, Digitization
Education
Wayne State University 2015 — 2017
Master of Library & Information Science (M.L.I.S.), Access to Information - Health Informatics and Medical Data Analysis
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), History
Hyatt Place February 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation March 2013 - February 2015
McDonald's Corporation August 2011 - March 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Restaurants, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Food, Time Management, Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Industry
Education
Empire Beauty School-Michigan 2015 — 2016
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Cosmetology, Barber/Styling, and Nail Instructor
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2015 - Present
Aramark June 2012 - June 2015
Aramark July 2012 - June 2013
Aramark February 2012 - August 2012
Central Michigan University August 2007 - December 2011
Boy Scouts of America June 2011 - August 2011
Boyne USA May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
ServSafe Certified, Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Social Media, Time Management, Public Speaking, Research, Teaching, Project Management, Food Safety, Hospitality Management
Education
Central Michigan University 2007 — 2011
BSA, Hospitality Management
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center September 2014 - Present
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center January 2014 - September 2014
The Inn at St. John's May 2013 - November 2013
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2012 - August 2012
Meadowbrook Country Club May 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Hotels, Customer Service, Teamwork, Hospitality, Customer Satisfaction, Hospitality Industry, Banquets, Microsoft Office, FS-PMS, MARSHA, HotSOS, SharePoint, Hospitality Management, Front Office, Resorts, Property Management..., Hotel Management, Facebook
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality and Tourism Management, General Business
Livonia Stevenson High School 2005 — 2009
EMC Security June 2014 - Present
Lake Lanier Islands Resort, NE Georgia 2005 - May 2014
KSL Resorts 2003 - 2005
KSL Resorts February 2002 - March 2003
KSL Resorts January 2001 - February 2002
Bianco Hopkins & Associates July 1997 - April 2000
Amway Hotel Corporation 2000 - 2000
Hill's Pet Nutrition 1992 - 1996
Rockwell Scientific 1987 - 1992
Skills
Forecasting, Finance, Microsoft Excel, Hospitality, Budgets, Managerial Finance, General Ledger, Leadership, Payroll, Accounting, Variance Analysis, Management, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Customer Service
Education
Brenau University
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting
RingCentral November 2014 - Present
Winegardner & Hammons October 2013 - October 2014
Le Meridien, Stoneleigh May 2012 - October 2013
Omni Hotels January 2012 - May 2012
Hyatt Regency February 2010 - December 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation 2004 - 2006
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Resorts, Pre-opening, Hospitality, Fine Dining, Revenue Analysis, Banquets, Food & Beverage, Restaurants
Education
Grand Valley State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Hospitality Administration/Management
Waverly High School 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Hospitality Administration/Management
Amway Hotel Corporation
Skills
Hospitality, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Event Management, Catering, Microsoft Office, Banquets, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Restaurants, Sales, Hotel Management, Leadership, PowerPoint
Education
Ferris State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Plastics Engineering
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2015 - Present
Michigan Association of CPAs February 2009 - June 2015
Priority Health March 2003 - August 2004
Borders Group, Inc September 2001 - January 2003
Old Kent Financial Corporation August 2000 - December 2000
National Heritage Academies August 1999 - August 2000
Cascade Engineering, Inc. - Automotive Acoustics Group November 1996 - February 1999
Pak Sak Industries, Inc March 1995 - November 1996
United Health Care February 1990 - March 1995
Skills
Employee Benefits, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Management, Benefits Administration, Marketing, Training, PeopleSoft, Microsoft Excel, Human Resources, Time Management, Recruiting, Policy, Team Building, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Special Events, Event Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 1993 — 1995
BA, Human Resources Management
Grand Rapids Community College 1989 — 1992
Associates of Arts, Business Administration
Liberty Mutual Insurance January 2015 - Present
Holland May 2014 - December 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2012 - May 2014
BREAKTHROUGH BELIEVERS RECOVERY AND HEALING CENTER August 2011 - August 2012
john ball zoo 2012 - 2012
Skills
Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Time Management, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Critical Thinking, Fleet Operations, Transportation, Program Development, Building Inspections, OSHA Record Keeping, Safety Auditing, Writing, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Leadership, Training
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Occupational Safety and Health Management
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Minor, Psychology
The Intersection September 2014 - Present
bittersweet cafe May 2014 - August 2014
LiveLoud Media (formerly Madison House Publicity) June 2014 - June 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2014 - May 2014
BIGGBY COFFEE October 2013 - December 2013
BIGGBY COFFEE February 2012 - August 2013
Mt. Holly Ski School November 2011 - January 2012
bittersweet cafe July 2011 - November 2011
Skills
Barista Training, Ski Instruction, Food Preparation, Food & Beverage, Ski Industry, Food Service, Restaurants, Training
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2016
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Advance Central Services, Inc. July 2015 - Present
Federal Armored Truck Inc March 2015 - Present
PLATINUM Services, LLC October 2014 - March 2015
Advance Central Services, Inc. September 2007 - October 2014
Grand Rapids Press August 2000 - September 2007
Grand Rapids Press August 1997 - August 2000
Amway Hotel Corporation May 1994 - August 1996
Skills
Budgets, Operations Management, Sales, Customer Service, Project Planning, Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Sales Management, Leadership, Event Planning
Education
Northern Michigan University 1989 — 1995
BS, Criminal Justice / Political Science
Olga's Kitchen August 2014 - Present
Grand Valley State University November 2013 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation February 2014 - June 2014
Moon Dance Cafe February 2011 - August 2013
PRIDE of Newaygo County June 2010 - July 2013
Central Michigan University September 2011 - May 2013
PRIDE Youth Programs September 2009 - May 2013
Fremont Cinemas August 2012 - April 2013
Skills
Employee Training, Leadership, Team-oriented, Customer Service, English, Windows, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint
Education
Grand Valley State University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality and Tourism Management
Central Michigan University 2011 — 2013
General Studies; Dance
Hilton Worldwide December 2014 - Present
Hilton Worldwide July 2014 - December 2014
The School of Hospitality Business at Michigan State University January 2013 - May 2014
The School of Hospitality Business August 2012 - April 2014
The School of Hospitality Business Annual Alumni Auction August 2011 - April 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2013 - August 2013
Student Chapter, Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) at Michigan State University August 2011 - May 2013
Pillar Hotels and Resorts (formerly Archon Hospitality) May 2012 - August 2012
American Eagle Outfitters July 2011 - August 2011
Grand Volute Ballrooms May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Teamwork, Organizing, Reliability, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Marketing, Hard Worker, Social Media, Responsibility, Attention To Detail, Caring, Fundraising, Hospitality, Management, Advertising, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Facebook, Hotels, Time Management, Customer Service
Education
Michigan State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Hospitality Business
Conrad Indianapolis 2014 - Present
TownePlace Suites by Marriott October 2013 - Present
Hotel Investment Services, Inc. May 2013 - August 2013
JW Marriott Grand Rapids January 2012 - May 2013
Contemporary Services Corporation April 2013 - April 2013
Docker's Fish House & Lounge May 2009 - June 2012
Choice Hotels International May 2010 - May 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2011 - December 2011
Wild Dunes Resort May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Hospitality Industry, Spanish, Teaching English as a..., Microsoft Applications, Customer Service, Event Planning, Telephone Reception, Hotels, Concierge Services, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Event Management, PowerPoint, Catering, Resorts, Time Management, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Front Office, Banquets, Hotel Management, Property Management..., Sales, Tourism, Revenue Analysis, Meeting Planning
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality Administration/Management
Muskegon Community College 2008 — 2010
Associate's degree
Amway Hotel Corporation October 2013 - Present
TW & Compnay Inc April 2009 - September 2012
Akal Security January 2007 - May 2007
United States Air Force July 2002 - February 2006
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Security, Leadership, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Professional Liability, PowerPoint, Organization, Government, Microsoft Word, Military, Security Clearance, Physical Security, Security Operations, T.A.S.S., Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, First Aid, Investigation, Team Building, Surveillance, Training, Access Control, Law Enforcement, Firearms, Criminal Justice, Military Operations, Patrol, Force Protection, Weapons
Education
Grand Valley State University 2013 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Criminal Justice, Junior
Hawaii Pacific University 2011 — 2013
Criminal Justice, Junior
InterContinental Hotels Group August 2008 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation October 2001 - August 2008
Adam's Mark Hotel & Resorts September 1999 - October 2001
Skills
Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Tourism, Hospitality, Yield Management, Food & Beverage, Resorts, Property Management...
Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Aquinas College July 2015 - Present
Aquinas College September 2014 - Present
Michigan State University July 2011 - September 2014
Grand Valley State University February 2000 - August 2011
SMITH AND NEPHEW ORTHOPEDICS August 1999 - February 2000
Rapidparts Inc. November 1998 - August 1999
Rapidparts Inc. 1998 - 1999
Amway Hotel Corporation August 1995 - November 1998
Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Project Planning, Microsoft Excel, Human Resources, Training, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Customer Service, Management, Student Affairs, PowerPoint, Research, Social Media, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Editing, Leadership Development, Facebook
Education
Grand Valley State University 1998 — 2002
Masters in Education, Adult and Higher Education
Grand Valley State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts, Communications - Advertising and Public Relations
Aquinas College 1995 — 1998
N/A, General Ed
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2013 - Present
Hilton Grand Rapids February 2005 - July 2012
Education
Grand Valley State University 2009 — 2015
Music Royale October 2011 - Present
Peggy R. McConnell Arts Center of Worthington October 2010 - March 2015
The Gallery Players January 2011 - March 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation 2006 - 2008
Dills Olde Town Saloon 1993 - 1995
Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Event Management, Pro Tools, Music, Microsoft Office, Theatre, Audio Engineering, Social Media Marketing, Live Events, PowerPoint, Sound, Public Speaking, InDesign, Fundraising, Public Relations, Composition, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Production Managment, Recording, Teaching, Singing, Stage Management, Music Theory, Performing Arts, Jazz, Classical, Music Education, Arts Administration, Concerts, Acting, Orchestral Music, Stage
Education
Capital University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Vocal Music Perfomance, Audio/Visual Technology
Michigan State University 1991 — 1996
Chemical Engineering, Vocal Music
Westin Hotels & Resorts April 2015 - Present
Disney's Contemporary Resort June 2014 - January 2015
JW Marriott Grand Rapids December 2013 - May 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2013 - December 2013
Disney's Old Key West February 2012 - August 2012
Waldenwoods Resort & Conference Center May 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Hotels, Guest Service Management, Hotel Booking, Leadership, Time Management, Event Management, PowerPoint
Education
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Hospitality and Tourism Management
Brighton High School 2006 — 2010
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2015 - Present
Bosnian Cultural Center 2008 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2015 - July 2015
Meritage Hospitality Group April 2015 - July 2015
Fifth Third Bank July 2012 - April 2015
Krispy Kreme October 2010 - July 2012
Skills
Community Service, Training, Team Building, Research, Economics, Problem Solving, Finance, Community Outreach, Technical Aptitude, Marketing and..., Communication, Internet Banking, Branch Banking, Analytical Skills, Qualitative Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, PowerPoint, Time Management, Sales, Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Human Resources, Public Speaking, Teamwork
Education
Davenport University 2014 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration: Human Resource Management, 3.95
Grand Rapids Community College 2012 — 2014
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Kent Career Technical Center 2010 — 2012
Marketing and Entrepreneurship, Online Accounting
Grand Valley State University 2010 — 2011
Early College Program, Medical Terminology & Introduction to Health Care, Health Science Academy, Early College
Forest Hills Northern 2009 — 2012
General Education
Traverse City Convention & Visitors Bureau (dba: Traverse City Tourism) December 2005 - Present
Detroit Metro Convention & Visitors Bureau January 2002 - December 2005
RE/MAX of Grand Rapids Inc. May 2000 - December 2001
Amway Corporation May 1999 - April 2000
Amway Hotel Corporation January 1993 - August 1998
Club Corporation of America June 1989 - March 1993
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel (Amway Hotel Corporation) July 1986 - June 1989
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel (Amway Hotel Corporation) July 1985 - July 1986
Peter Island Resort (Amway Hotel Corporation) July 1983 - July 1985
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel (Amway Hotel Corporation) March 1981 - July 1983
Skills
Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Destination Marketing, Media Relations, Media Planning, Media Buying, Advertising, Board Relations, Budget Process, Writing, Public Speaking, Staff Management, Member Relations
Education
Davenport University
BS, Marketing and Hospitality Management, Graduated with Highest Honors
Western Michigan University
Grand Rapids Community College 1974 — 1976
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Dematic April 2015 - Present
Spartan Motors, Inc. July 2014 - February 2015
Stryker December 2012 - May 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2011 - November 2012
Spectrum Health September 2011 - December 2011
Design Strategy Firm (name withheld) February 2011 - October 2011
Alticor (Amway) April 2010 - September 2011
Herman Miller March 2008 - March 2010
Herman Miller January 2001 - February 2008
Herman Miller November 1998 - January 2001
Skills
Strategic Planning, Business Intelligence, Market Intelligence, IT Strategy, Marketing Strategy, IT Leadership, Marketing Leadership, Project Management, Project Portfolio..., Leadership Development, SDLC, Integration, Software Project..., Business Process, PMP, Business Analysis, Project Delivery, Requirements Analysis, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodologies, PMO, Program Management, Business Strategy, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Software Development, Strategy, Management
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2007 — 2008
KMI
University of Maine 1991 — 1996
Ph.D.
Michigan State University 1986 — 1991
B.S.
Down Syndrome Association of West Michigan June 2013 - May 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2006 - December 2013
Fifth Third Bank September 2003 - December 2006
Meijer 2000 - 2003
Zondervan Publishing 1999 - 2000
Meijer 1995 - 1999
Skills
Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Team Building
Education
Grand Valley State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), History
Lacks Enterprises May 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation March 2007 - May 2015
White Lodging Services February 2005 - March 2007
Skills
Property Management..., Food & Beverage, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Delphi, Event Management, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Front Office, Public Relations, Micros, TIPS Certified, Convention Services, Resorts, Revenue Analysis
Education
Cleveland State University 2003 — 2005
Fenn College Of Engineering
City High School
Founders Brewing Co. July 2014 - Present
528 Event Design June 2012 - Present
Founders Brewing Co. January 2014 - July 2014
Grand Valley State University September 2012 - January 2014
Bay Pointe Inn Lakefront Resort & Restaurant February 2010 - September 2012
Grand Valley State University July 2009 - May 2010
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2010 - March 2010
Grand Rapids Kent County Convention and Visitors Bureau August 2008 - February 2010
Grand Valley State University Development June 2009 - December 2009
Celebration! Banquets and Catering April 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Social Media, Fundraising, Meeting Planning, Customer Service, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Hospitality, Facebook, Public Relations, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Sales, Market Research
Education
Grand Valley State University 2012 — 2015
Master's degree, College Student Affairs Leadership
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2010
B.S., Hospitality and Tourism Management
Dewitt High School
Harvest Inn and Suites February 2012 - Present
Millennium Incorporated October 2010 - February 2012
Visit Newport Beach Inc. August 2006 - September 2010
Mandarin Oriental Hotel Group December 2004 - August 2006
Lafayette Park Hotel & Spa February 2000 - August 2004
Amway Hotel Corporation 1984 - 1997
Skills
Sales, Trade Shows, Contract Negotiation, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Management, Meeting Planning, Hotels, Event Management, Negotiation, Boutique Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Destination Marketing, Destination Services, Destination Branding, Leadership, Lead Generation, Banquets, Convention Services, Resorts, Hospitality Management
Education
Davenport University
Bachelors Degree
Davenport University
Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management
Eenhoorn LLC August 2013 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation September 2010 - September 2013
Meijer September 2007 - January 2011
Cedar Fair Entertainment Company April 2008 - November 2008
Skills
TIPS Certified, Customer Service, Event Planning, Inventory Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Hospitality, Microsoft Excel, Food & Beverage, Phone Etiquette, Outlook, Cashiering, Hospitality Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2005 — 2010
Business, History
University of Michigan-Flint 2004 — 2005
Biology, Computer Science, English
Green Ridge Apartments August 2011 - Present
Pizza Hut June 2004 - Present
Boy Scouts of America December 2010 - 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation June 2009 - December 2009
The Walt Disney Company January 2009 - May 2009
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Hospitality and Event Management
Northwestern Mutual August 2012 - Present
Kent County Public Schools March 2011 - August 2012
Booking.com May 2012 - July 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation March 2011 - October 2011
myRt3 October 2010 - January 2011
US Census Bureau March 2010 - August 2010
Rose's Restaurant August 2009 - November 2009
United Solar Ovonic August 2008 - June 2009
Marcus Hotels & Resorts August 2005 - November 2007
esolutionsonline.com June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Strategic, Competitive, Analytical, Multitasker
Education
Marquette University 2007 — 2008
international affairs
Marquette University 2003 — 2008
BA, International Affairs
East Grand Rapids High School
JRD Systems August 2014 - Present
Quicken Loans 2013 - August 2014
Amway Hotel Corporation May 2012 - August 2013
The Royal Park Hotel January 2012 - May 2012
Princess Cruises November 2011 - January 2012
Saugatuck-Douglas Historical Society February 2011 - September 2011
Ivy Inn Bed and Breakfast May 2010 - September 2011
City of Douglas January 2011 - May 2011
Saugatuck Center for the Arts May 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Hotels, Event Planning, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Banquets, Customer Service, Training, Time Management, Sales, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Leadership, Program Management, Tourism, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Management
Education
Central Michigan University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor's of Applied Arts, Hospitality
American University of Rome 2009 — 2009
Semester Abroad, Italian Language, Art, Architecture and History
Wolverine Worldwide April 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation March 2013 - April 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2013 - April 2013
Adrian College August 2009 - December 2012
Carpe Diem Entertainment Company May 2012 - August 2012
Adrian College August 2011 - May 2012
LISD Tech Center August 2011 - October 2011
Northwestern Mutual May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Insurance, Customer Service, Advertising, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Photoshop, QuickBooks, Constant Contact, Microsoft Office, Web Design, Graphic Design, HTML 5, CSS, Marketing, Leadership, Time Management, Project Management, Data Analysis, Video Production, Analytics
Education
Adrian College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Little Dipper Ice Cream Shoppe May 2008 - 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2010 - April 2011
Pine Rest Christian Mental Health Services July 2007 - May 2008
Skills
CPR/AED for...
Education
The University of New Mexico 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Dietetics and Clinical Nutrition Services, Junior
Aquinas College 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish, Biology, Industrial Psychology
Amway Hotel Corporation December 2003 - August 2015
Coit Community Church June 2014 - September 2014
Skills
Community Outreach, Fundraising, Leadership, Customer Service, inventive, Microsoft Word, Enforcement, Public Speaking, resourceful, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, LOGOS bible software, Event Management, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Time Management, Theology, Hospitality, Training, Teamwork, Team Building
Education
Calvin Theological Seminary 2013 — 2018
Masters of Divinity, Outreach and evangelism
Calvin Theological Seminary 2010 — 2013
Diploma, Ministry
Davenport University 2002 — 2003
EMT- certification
Marriott Vacation Club International - SurfWatch Resort May 2014 - Present
Marriott Vacation Club International - Grande Ocean Resort May 2013 - May 2014
Four Points by Sheraton Tallahassee Downtown August 2011 - May 2013
Fricano's Muskegon Lake July 2005 - August 2011
Amway Hotel Corporation October 2010 - March 2011
Walt Disney World January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
TIPS Certified, Microsoft Office, ABCs of Housekeeping..., Guest Service, SPG Champion, Customer Service, Hotels, Food & Beverage, The Welcome Certified..., Catering, Fine Dining, Restaurants, Pre-opening, Menu Development, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Front Office, Property Management..., Rooms Division, Budgets, Micros, Hospitality Industry, MICROS
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2010
BS, Hospitality and Tourism Management, 3.89
Amway Hotel Corporation AssemblyEnsign DesignApril 2011 - September 2011
Marked Tool April 2010 - February 2011
Education
Grand Valley State University 2008 — 2012
BA, Marketing and Management
Holland Christian High School 2004 — 2008
YMCA of Greater Grand Rapids April 2014 - Present
Eerdman's Publishing February 2014 - April 2014
Information Systems Intelligence December 2012 - January 2014
JW Marriott - Grand Rapids December 2011 - December 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation October 2006 - December 2011
Marriott International October 2005 - October 2006
Skills
Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Time Management, Teamwork, Inventory Management, Management, Accounts Payable, Team Building, Leadership, Sales, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Front Office, Restaurants, Resorts, Pastry, Hospitality Industry
Education
Davenport University 2011 — 2013
MBA, Forensic Accounting
Davenport University 2009 — 2011
Bachelors, Accounting Fraud Investigation
Central Michigan University 1999 — 2000
Education
French Pastry School
Amway Hotel Corporation July 2015 - Present
Amway Hotel Corporation April 2008 - Present
S&K Menswear April 2007 - April 2008
Western Districts Members Credit Union February 2005 - April 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Event Management, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Sales, Hotel Management, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Davenport University 2003 — 2005
BS, Business Management
Macomb Community College 1998 — 2000
Associates Degree, Business Management
Embassy Suites Downtown Lakefront Chicago January 2015 - Present
Embassy Suites July 2012 - January 2015
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2010 - July 2012
Amway Hotel Corporation August 2009 - August 2010
Amway Hotel Corporation October 2007 - August 2009
Skills
Hospitality Management, Customer Service, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Hospitality, OnQ, Event Management, Property Management...
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality and Tourism Management Emphasis in Lodging
Amway Hotel Corporation RetailMeijerFebruary 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Entrepreneurship, Communication, Hard Labor, Business Driven, Critical Thinking
Education
Grand Rapids Community College 2011 — 2015
Business Administration and Management, General
Amway Hotel Corporation January 2003 - Present
Townsend Hotel April 2001 - December 2002
Amway Hotel Corporation October 1996 - March 2001
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Micros, Catering, Property Management..., Restaurants, Rooms Division, Front Office, Revenue Analysis, Guest Service Management, Banquet Operations, Convention Services
Education
Central Michigan University 1981 — 1985
Hospitality Administration/Management