Best Buy
Industry: Consumer electronics company
DescriptionBest Buy Co., Inc. is an American multinational consumer electronics retailer headquartered in Richfield, Minnesota. It was originally founded by Richard M. Schulze and James Wheeler in 1966 as an audio specialty store called Sound of Music. Headquarters: Richfield, Minnesota, United States CEO: Hubert Joly Founder: Richard M. Schulze Subsidiaries: Geek Squad, Best Buy Enterprise Services, Inc, More about Best BuyShow less
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Best Buy Employees
Media Ad Partners June 2015 - Present
Media Ad Partners April 2015 - June 2015
Media Ad Partners November 2014 - April 2015
Best Buy August 2013 - April 2015
Best Buy August 2014 - October 2014
Best Buy August 2010 - September 2013
Skills
Leadership, Sales Management, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Sales, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Teamwork, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Merchandising, Critical Thinking, Customer Retention, Data Entry, Store Management, Sales Operations, Management, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Training, Online Marketing, Recruiting, Business Development, Marketing, Customer Acquisition, Affiliate Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Competitive Strategies, Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Lead Generation, Media Buying, Monetization, International Business, Online Advertising
Education
St. Cloud State University 2014 — 2016
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration and Management, General
St Cloud Technical and Community College 2010 — 2013
Associate in Liberal Arts and Sciences
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2009 — 2010
Best Buy August 2014 - Present
Best Buy April 2014 - August 2014
Best Buy December 2010 - April 2014
Best Buy March 2010 - November 2010
Thomson Reuters July 2005 - January 2010
Thomson Reuters February 2001 - July 2005
Skills
Web Content Management, Web Project Management, Process Improvement, Change Management, HTML, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Agile Methodologies, E-commerce
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
B.S., Mass Communications
Best Buy December 2013 - Present
Best Buy August 2012 - December 2013
Best Buy August 2011 - August 2012
Best Buy August 2008 - August 2011
Best Buy August 2007 - August 2008
Best Buy May 2005 - August 2007
Best Buy March 2004 - May 2005
Thrivent Financial for Lutherans December 2000 - March 2004
Weber Shandwick 2000 - 2000
American Diabetes Association 1999 - 2000
Skills
Website Merchandising, Customer Experience..., Online Marketing, E-commerce, Web Analytics, Channel Optimization, Brand Implementation, Web-based Reporting, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Online Campaign..., Vendor Relationships, Demand Forecasting, Email Marketing, Thrives on challenges, Work in A Fast Paced..., A/B testing, Product Launch, Product Assortment..., Business Strategy, Teamwork, Creativity, Process Improvement, SEO, Customer Experience, Inventory Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Teradata August 2010 - Present
Visa April 2010 - August 2010
Lunexa June 2009 - August 2010
Yahoo! March 2010 - April 2010
Lunexa January 2010 - March 2010
Wells Fargo November 2009 - January 2010
RealNetworks June 2009 - November 2009
Best Buy 2008 - March 2009
Best Buy Corp. 2006 - 2008
Best Buy 2003 - 2006
Skills
Data Architecture, Agile Methodologies, Application Architecture, Project Management, Application Lifecycle..., Teradata, Business Intelligence, ETL, Master Data Management, IT Management, Data Warehousing, Data Modeling, Data Integration, Databases, Enterprise Architecture, IT Strategy, Performance Tuning, Analytics, Solution Architecture, Business Intelligence..., Integration, Business Process, Data Warehouse..., Software Development, SOA, Big Data, Agile Project Management, Database Design, Enterprise Software
Education
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2010
MBA, Information Technology Management
Best Buy Project Management Office 2005 — 2005
Project Management Fundimentals, Project Management
AppDev 2004 — 2004
Professional Training, Visual Studio, MSIL, C#, VB, XML, ASPx
Cl&ss Partners 2000 — 2000
Professional Training, Data Modeling and Design Principles
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1994 — 1998
Communications, Speech, English, Theatre Arts, Film Studies
Lockheed Martin December 2013 - Present
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire June 2011 - December 2013
Stepan Company June 2013 - August 2013
Best Buy March 2011 - March 2012
US Navy March 2008 - November 2010
Skills
Store Management, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Merchandising, Store Operations, Shrinkage, Cashiering, Retail, Diversity & Inclusion, Organizational Behavior, Onboarding, Handle Confidential..., Strongly self-motivated, Multi-Channel..., Critical Thinking, Cultural Diplomacy, Inventory Management, SAP, Teamwork, Leadership, Visio, Microsoft Word, Team Leadership, Social Networking, Production Planning, APICS, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Management, Six Sigma, Public Speaking
Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2004 — 2007
TItan Machinery August 2014 - Present
Titan Machinery July 2013 - August 2014
Titan Machinery June 2012 - August 2013
Best Buy October 2005 - June 2012
Northern Improvement Bismarck, ND May 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Retail, Big Box, Assortment, CPFR, Inventory Management, Planograms, Customer Service, Multi-unit, Store Operations, Multi-channel Retail, Retek, Multi-Unit Management, Retail Sales, Sales, Profit, Inventory Control, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Time Management, Social Media, Training
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2006 — 2007
North Dakota State University 2004 — 2006
Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise System December 2011 - Present
Avon February 2012 - Present
Best Buy June 2007 - August 2011
A&B Business Solutions September 2010 - July 2011
Microsoft April 2008 - July 2010
Moorhead Parks and Recreation May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Sales, Sales Management, Teamwork, Business Development, Integrated Marketing, Training, Business Analysis, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, SaaS, Team Building, Customer Service, Cloud Computing, Microsoft Office, Interviews, Coaching, Lead Generation, Project Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Leadership, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Selling, Microsoft Word
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2003 — 2008
Business Administration, Business Management
Midcontinent Communications September 2015 - Present
AdvoCare March 2014 - Present
Baymont Inn & Suites April 2012 - 2015
Best Buy February 2009 - April 2012
Best Buy June 2008 - March 2009
Sprint March 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Store Management, Big Box, Merchandising, Multi-unit, Retail, Loss Prevention, Profit, Inventory Management, Income Statement, Customer Service, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Time Management, Sales Management, Leadership, Customer Experience, Retail Sales, Customer Satisfaction, P&L, Management, Team Building, Training
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2003 — 2004
West Fargo High School 2000 — 2003
Hanley Wood Marketing May 2014 - Present
Morsekode August 2012 - May 2014
ITT Technical Institute April 2012 - August 2012
ITT Technical Institute June 2009 - April 2012
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage March 2009 - May 2009
Target October 2008 - February 2009
HSBC October 2005 - September 2008
Best Buy June 2004 - October 2005
Radio One February 2003 - June 2004
McCracken Brooks Maier May 2000 - February 2003
Skills
Client Relationship..., Building Relationships, Customer Focus, Partnerships, Account Management, Advertising, Social Media, Sales Presentations, Brand Development, Product Marketing, Sales, Online Marketing, Marketing, Advertising Sales, Customer Oriented, Partnership Development
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
B.S., Mass Communications
Best Buy May 2014 - Present
Best Buy November 2006 - May 2014
Expeditors International August 2002 - November 2006
MN Department of Labor - OSHA December 1998 - August 2002
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Customs Regulations, Customs Brokerage, International Logistics, Import Logistics, Import/Export Operations, Logistics, Supply Chain
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communications
Best Buy October 2013 - Present
Best Buy July 2012 - September 2013
Best Buy July 2011 - July 2012
Best Buy June 2009 - July 2011
Best Buy January 2009 - June 2009
Best Buy April 2008 - January 2009
Best Buy August 2007 - April 2008
Best Buy November 2006 - August 2007
Best Buy August 2000 - November 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Sales, Event Planning, Time Management, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Event Management, Operations Management, Team Building, Management, Marketing, Training, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Customer Satisfaction, Store Management, Coaching, Customer Experience, Employee Training, Profit, Loss Prevention, Recruiting, Sales Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2000 — 2003
Bachelor's Degree, Health and Physical Education/Fitness
North Dakota State College of Science 1998 — 2000
Associate's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
E2 Accessories June 2013 - Present
Best Buy July 2011 - May 2013
Best Buy July 2003 - July 2011
Best Buy July 2001 - July 2003
Skills
MECP Advanced Certified, ABYC Marine Electrical..., Alea Leather Install..., ASE A6, Sales, Vehicles, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Automobile, Customer Service, Retail, Direct Sales, Process Scheduler, Sales Operations, Profit, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Team Building, Sales Management, Pricing, Customer Retention, Cold Calling, Inventory Control, Sales Process, Purchasing, Store Management, Training, Coaching, Account Management, Retail Sales
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology, General
Fargo North High School 1994 — 1997
Apple March 2015 - Present
CREATech LLC April 2014 - Present
Best Buy April 2013 - March 2015
Best Buy July 2012 - April 2013
Wireless Advocates September 2011 - July 2012
T-Mobile April 2006 - July 2011
BI Worldwide April 2010 - August 2010
Buca di Beppo April 2001 - October 2007
Piper Jaffray 2000 - September 2001
Skills
Electronics Repair, Computer Repair, Customer Service, Program Development, Presenter, Music Production, Musical Theatre, Sales Management, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Sales, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Training, Solution Selling, Wireless, Process Improvement, Microsoft Office, Employee Training
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1993 — 1996
History / Political Science / Teaching
North Hennepin Community College 1992 — 1993
Concordia College April 2013 - Present
Outdoor Ministry Outfitters August 2010 - Present
Park River Bible Camp February 2011 - April 2013
ZipLocal March 2010 - February 2011
Best Buy September 2009 - April 2010
SimmonsFlint May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Marketing Communications, Development, Fundraising, Philanthropy, Social Media, Christianity, Strategy Development, Strategy, Financial Analysis, iPhone, iPad, MacBook Pro, iCal, Google Calendar, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Video, Newsletters, Event Planning, Leadership, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Teaching, Social Networking, Facebook, Community Development, Annual Giving, Press Releases, Stewardship, Marketing, Editing, Writing, Advertising, Leadership Development, Customer Service, Event Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2004 — 2009
B.S., Mass Communications, 2.84
Association Free Lutheran Bible School (AFLBS) 2002 — 2004
Diploma in Biblical Studies, Bible/Biblical Studies
Computer Science Office of Minnesota State University, Moorhead August 2013 - Present
Texas Tech University June 2015 - August 2015
Minnesota State University, Moorhead June 2014 - August 2014
Best Buy June 2014 - August 2014
Valley Quickstop June 2012 - August 2013
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2013 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree, Mathematics and Computer Science, 3.8
SuperValu September 2008 - June 2013
CPC Intersect August 2005 - April 2008
The Musicland Group May 2002 - August 2005
Best Buy August 2000 - May 2002
Skills
Marketing, Product Marketing, Leadership, Vendor Relationships, Planning & Execution of..., Event Planning, Cross Promotions, National Promotions, Sales & Promotions..., Budgets, Partnership Marketing, Retail Marketing, Sales, Communication, Sampling Tours, Mobile Marketing Tours, Establishing Processes, Refining Processes, Associate Development, Managing Workflow, Managing Events, Program Management, Pricing, Event Management, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Merchandising, Retail, Marketing Strategy
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1993 — 1997
BS, Mass Communications/Management
North Carolina State University July 2013 - Present
Bowling Green State University August 2012 - Present
North Dakota State University January 2008 - August 2012
Best Buy August 2004 - February 2006
Skills
Data Analysis, Mass Spectrometry, Statistics, Research, Laboratory, Higher Education, Physics, Qualitative Research, Teaching, Grant Writing, Biotechnology, Quantitative Research, Technical Writing, Student Affairs, NMR, Student Development, Data Mining, UV/Vis, Public Speaking
Education
North Dakota State University 2007 — 2012
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Organic Chemistry
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Chemistry
University of California Cooperative Extension December 2013 - Present
Operation SafeHouse August 2013 - September 2014
City of Fontana, After School Program September 2013 - November 2013
Sure Prep Learning February 2013 - May 2013
University of California, Riverside June 2010 - July 2012
Best Buy 2008 - 2009
Ground Round Grill & Bar 2008 - 2008
Skills
Sociology, Research, Qualitative Research, SPSS, Quantitative Research, Research Design, Data Analysis, Social Media, Social Sciences, Microsoft Office, Higher Education, Microsoft Word, Stata, University Teaching, Training, Teaching
Education
University of California, Riverside 2009 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), Sociology
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
Best Buy November 2013 - Present
Best Buy October 2011 - November 2013
Aerosim Flight Academy April 2011 - September 2011
FindLaw, a Thomson Reuters business 2006 - 2011
Local Design Group December 2006 - October 2009
Education Minnesota May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Project Management, Press Releases, Photoshop, Event Management, Web Design, Social Networking, InDesign, Management, Microsoft Office, Video Production, Video, Cross-functional..., Information Architecture, Marketing Communications, SEO
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2003 — 2005
B.S., Mass Communications
University of Wisconsin-Stout 2000 — 2002
Early Childhood Education
Project 309 March 2014 - Present
Border States August 2014 - Present
Exhibits Development Group May 2014 - August 2014
Best Buy May 2013 - May 2014
Skills
Graphic Design, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Branding & Identity, Typography, Adobe Design Programs, Communication, Strategic Leadership, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Fashion Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Inventory Management, Brand Development, Brand Management, Brand Awareness, Strategic Design, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Target Audience
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design
Merkle April 2014 - Present
Merkle May 2010 - Present
Verizon Business March 1997 - May 2010
Digex/Verizon Business 1997 - May 2010
Digex 1997 - May 2010
Verizon 1997 - May 2010
Best Buy January 1993 - June 1997
Skills
Managed Services, Data Center, Cloud Computing, Professional Services, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Architecture, IT Operations, SaaS, Vendor Management, IT Strategy, Service Delivery, Cisco Technologies, IT Service Management, Information Security, Active Directory, Computer Security, ITIL, Virtualization, Enterprise Software, Windows Server, VMware, Program Management, Servers, Solution Architecture, System Administration
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1991 — 1994
Accenture August 2011 - Present
Accenture March 2009 - August 2011
Accenture July 2007 - February 2009
Best Buy June 2005 - March 2007
Best Buy May 2003 - May 2005
Best Buy August 2002 - May 2003
Hagemeyer North America January 2001 - August 2002
Hagemeyer North America January 2000 - January 2001
Skills
Strategic Sourcing
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1995 — 1999
Industrial Distribution with Minor in Industrial Management
Discovery Benefits August 2012 - Present
MN National Guard November 2008 - Present
Discovery Benefits November 2008 - August 2012
U.S. Army Network Enterprise Technology Command July 2011 - April 2012
Dream Homes LLC September 2008 - May 2010
Best Buy August 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Military, Security Clearance, Organizational..., Leadership, Team Building, Team Leadership, Training, Operations Management, Employee Training, Logistics, Customer Service, Military Logistics
Education
Army Logistics University 2012 — 2012
Captains Career Course, Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management
Basic Officer Leadership Course 2010 — 2010
Graduated, Officer Leadership
Officer Candidate School 2008 — 2008
Commissioned Officer, Military
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1999 — 2002
BS, University Studies with a focus in Business and History
Northland Community and Technical College 1997 — 1999
AA, Business
Choice Hotels International January 2014 - Present
AmericInn Hotels May 2010 - December 2013
Best Buy 2006 - 2007
Tharaldson Lodging 1990 - 2005
Skills
Revenue Management, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Budgeting, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Excel, Outlook, Coaching, Word, PowerPoint, Yield Management, Budgets, Revenue Analysis, Sales, Training, Customer Satisfaction, Tourism, Customer Service
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1985 — 1989
Business Administration
Marco, Inc. August 2014 - Present
Marco, Inc. September 2009 - Present
Marco September 2009 - Present
Best Buy 2003 - 2009
Skills
Account Management, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, New Business Development, Sales Process, Leadership, Management, Project Management, Sales, Document Management, Managed Print Services, Solution Selling, Customer Satisfaction, B2B, Selling, Business Process..., Analysis, Managed Services
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, International business
holdingford
Women in the Boardroom November 2002 - Present
Sharp UpSwing April 1996 - May 2012
Best Buy 1987 - 1995
Skills
Leadership, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Executive Coaching, Training, Networking, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Program Management, Marketing, Business Development, Small Business, New Business Development, Marketing Communications, Start-ups, Strategy, Online Marketing, Team Building, Branding & Identity, Social Media, Negotiation, Venture Capital, Business Strategy, Executive Management, Lead Generation, Business Planning, B2B, Integrated Marketing, Multicultural Marketing, Corporate Governance, Brand Development
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Best Buy September 2012 - July 2014
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Final Cut Pro, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Logo Design, Customer Service, Inventory, Merchandising, Facebook, Advertising
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communications/Advertising
Best Buy October 2006 - Present
G&K Services March 2005 - October 2006
Best Buy May 2002 - March 2005
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theatre/Theater
Best Buy March 2014 - Present
Best Buy May 2013 - March 2014
The Araca Group November 2008 - December 2013
Jonathan Adler March 2013 - June 2013
PBteen August 2012 - May 2013
Design by Lisa January 2011 - July 2012
Pier 1 Imports November 2011 - January 2012
Wet Seal August 2010 - March 2011
Skills
InDesign, Hand Drafting, Photoshop, Furniture, Space planning, Floor Plans, Sketching, AutoCAD, Illustration, Rendering, Interior Design, Revit, Concept Development, Submittals, Schematic, Programming, Elevations, CAD, Space Planning
Education
The Art Institute International Minnesota 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Interior Design
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2006 — 2007
General Studies, Mass Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations
Element Electronics LLC July 2015 - Present
Best Buy February 2013 - Present
Best Buy December 2013 - July 2015
ALC August 2011 - December 2012
ALC October 2010 - August 2011
the Niche January 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Database Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Analytics, Marketing Communications, Product Marketing, Direct Mail, Segmentation, Multi-channel Marketing, Data Analysis, B2B Marketing, Retail Marketing, Data Modeling, Data Entry, Process Improvement, Marketing, Project Management
Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout 2006 — 2010
Retail Merchandising & Management, Buying Management, Fashion Marketing Minor:Business
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2005 — 2006
General Education
Franklin Outdoor Advertising March 2006 - Present
ASCAP July 2000 - March 2006
Best Buy September 1993 - July 1997
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Social Media, Marketing, Direct Marketing, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Advertising, Networking, Email Marketing, New Business Development, Social Networking, Selling, Sales
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Music, Business
RBC Wealth Management May 2015 - Present
St. Jude Medical September 2013 - May 2015
Best Buy October 2012 - September 2013
Best Buy April 2007 - October 2012
Best Buy October 2006 - April 2007
Best Buy January 2002 - September 2006
Skills
International HR, Human Resources, International..., Relocation, International Tax, Global Immigration, Expatriate Management, Payroll, Management, Leadership, Employee Relations
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2002 — 2007
Master's degree, Human Resources & Industrial Relations
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Comcast July 2012 - July 2015
Best Buy September 2001 - July 2012
Skills
scheduling, Employee Training, Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Retail, Communication, Coaching, Sales, Sales Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Team Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2001 — 2004
Mass Communication/Media Studies/Advertising
Northland Community and Technical College 1999 — 2001
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
SPS Commerce November 2013 - Present
SPS Commerce July 2012 - November 2013
Barnes and Noble March 2011 - July 2012
Best Buy October 2009 - March 2011
Target June 2000 - October 2009
WDAY March 2005 - January 2007
Skills
Training, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Staff Development, Sales Management, Customer Service, Performance Management, Sales, Leadership Development, Coaching, Team Building, Loss Prevention, Employee Relations, Merchandising, Recruiting, EDI, Management, Human Resources, Employee Training, Interviews, Time Management, Program Management, Analysis, Employee Engagement, Store Management, Onboarding, Hiring, Team Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Retail, Account Management, Outlook, Talent Management, Teamwork
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2002 — 2006
Mass Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, and Broadcast Journalism
Room&Board September 2013 - June 2015
Revive Massage Therapy and Spa October 2012 - September 2013
Best Buy 2010 - July 2012
Best Buy 2005 - 2009
Best Buy 2003 - 2004
Best Buy 2000 - 2002
Best Buy 1997 - 1999
Skills
Photoshop, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Customer Service, Retail Communications, Proficient in InDesign, Instructional Writing, Planograms, Store Fixtures, Microsoft Office, Problem Solving, Communication, Vendor Relationships, Team-oriented, Eye for Details, Highly motivated..., Passion for Helping..., Passion for Quality, Project Coordination, Cross-functional Team..., Time Management, Sales, Creative Problem Solving, Merchandising, Project Planning, Project Management, Customer Experience, Strategy, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1990 — 1994
BS, Elementary Education/Graphic Communications
Best Buy for Business & Education September 2014 - Present
Best Buy May 2010 - Present
Best Buy January 2014 - September 2014
Best Buy February 2013 - December 2013
Best Buy June 2010 - September 2012
Cars and Stripes January 2006 - January 2011
Enns Trikes January 2006 - January 2011
Skills
Relationship Building, Communication, Leadership, Organizational..., Work Ethic, Creativity, Office Administration, Computer Proficiency, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Retail, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Social Networking, Time Management, Loss Prevention, Sales Management, Team Leadership, Training, Management
Education
Arizona State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Organizational Leadership
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Backup Power Source October 2014 - Present
Ojibwe Forests Rally January 2012 - Present
Best Buy October 2009 - October 2014
Forum Communications October 2007 - March 2009
Luther Family Buick GMC April 2007 - October 2007
Bloomington Acura Subaru January 2002 - August 2005
Skills
Sales, Sales Management, Training, Coaching, Team Management, Driving Performance, High Performance Driving, Salesforce Training, Sales Rep Training, Sales Leadership..., Automotive Sales..., Marketing, Advertising, Store Management, Merchandising, Sales Presentations, Online Advertising, Customer Service
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1998 — 1999
Creative Writing, Masters Program
Southwest Minnesota State University 1996 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Creative Writing, journalism
North Dakota State University
Elementary Education and Teaching
The Scoular Company December 2014 - Present
Cargill July 2014 - December 2014
Finnesse Partners, LLC April 2013 - July 2014
Universal Hospital Services July 2012 - February 2013
HealthPartners February 2012 - July 2012
Target November 2011 - January 2012
CarVal Investors March 2010 - September 2010
Cargill November 2006 - March 2010
Medtronic May 2006 - November 2006
Best Buy November 2003 - June 2004
Skills
Full-cycle Recruiting, Sourcing, Sales, Commodity, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Temporary Placement, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Executive Search, Succession Planning, HRIS, PeopleSoft, Deferred Compensation, Workforce Planning
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1985 — 1990
BA, Speech Communications
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1985 — 1990
BA, Speech Communications
Best Buy December 2013 - Present
Best Buy June 2012 - December 2013
Design Rangers, Inc. January 2012 - April 2012
Skills
Graphic Design, Web Design, Brand Development, Art Direction, Corporate Identity
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2009 — 2011
Digital Design and Production, Graphic Communication
Detroit Lakes High School 1999 — 2003
FICO July 2010 - Present
FICO November 2006 - July 2010
Best Buy September 2001 - November 2006
Jefferson Wells September 1999 - September 2001
MN Office of the Legislative Auditor January 1993 - September 1999
MN Department of Natural Resources September 1989 - January 1993
Skills
Risk Assessment, SOX, Security, IT Audit, Internal Controls, Physical Security, Security Audits, Data Center, Access Control, CISA, IT Risk, Internal Audit, SDLC, COBIT, Business Continuity, Data Security, Network Security, SAS70, Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1982 — 1987
BS, Accounting
Best Buy May 2015 - Present
Nerdaverse.com January 2009 - Present
Wells Fargo April 2013 - March 2015
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A February 2011 - April 2013
Wells Fargo Bank September 2009 - January 2011
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage January 2005 - January 2009
Edina Public Schools January 2002 - January 2004
Funcoland Inc January 2000 - January 2001
Skills
Technical Support, WordPress, Web Design, Web Services, Microsoft Office, Credit, Loans, Banking, Credit Analysis, Mortgage Lending, Sales, Risk Assessment, Investigative Reporting, Commercial Lending, Compliance Management, Policy Analysis, Small Business Lending, Lines Of Credit, Consumer Lending, Loan Origination, Portfolio Management, Credit Risk, MySQL, PHP, HTML, CSS, SQL, Quality Assurance, SharePoint, Access, Databases, Computer Hardware..., Computer Hardware..., Data Analysis
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Mass Communications
Best Buy October 2013 - Present
Best Buy Co., Inc. March 2006 - September 2013
Best Buy March 2004 - March 2006
Best Buy March 2002 - March 2004
Best Buy November 2001 - March 2002
Best Buy July 2001 - November 2001
Best Buy April 2000 - July 2001
Best Buy March 1999 - April 2000
Best Buy June 1998 - March 1999
Best Buy August 1997 - June 1998
Skills
Lean Six Sigma White..., Lean Six Sigma Green..., Instructor-led Training, Retail, Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Customer Satisfaction, Retail Sales, Microsoft Office, Sales, Inventory Control, Team Leadership, Customer Experience
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science and Government
Best Buy January 2013 - Present
Best Buy January 2011 - January 2013
Best Buy October 2005 - January 2011
Best Buy October 2001 - October 2005
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage 2001 - 2001
Conseco Finance 2000 - 2001
Skills
Outsourcing, Workforce Management, Contact Centers, Customer Experience, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Vendor Management, Forecasting, Business Analysis, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Project Management, Process Improvement, Call Centers, Customer Satisfaction, Call Center, Retail, Six Sigma, Inventory Management, Income Statement, Workforce Planning, Operations Management, Leadership, Performance Management, Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1991 — 1996
OLR January 2014 - Present
Minnesota Change Management Network (MNCMN) June 2014 - Present
The North Highland Company June 2012 - January 2014
Wipro Technologies June 2011 - May 2012
Winning Edge Consulting April 2008 - October 2011
Connect Retail Services March 2010 - August 2011
Best Buy Company March 2006 - March 2008
Best Buy March 2003 - February 2004
Musicland Group February 2001 - March 2003
Best Buy January 1999 - February 2001
Skills
Team Building, Organizational..., Process Improvement, Sales Management, Recruiting, Strategy, Acquisition Integration, Workshop Facilitation, ITIL Implementation, Performance Management, Change Management, Leadership Development, Retail, People Development, Succession Planning, Coaching, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing Strategy, Project Planning, Training, Operations Management, Hiring, Income Statement, Strategic Planning, Employee Training, Management Consulting, Business Process..., Management, Store Management, Team Leadership, P&L Management, Analysis, Customer Experience, Leadership, Vendor Management, Cross-functional Team..., Organizational..., Time Management, Executive Management, Strategic Thinking, Program Management, Talent Management, Performance Improvement, Consulting, Project Management, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Executive Coaching, Budgets, Organizational Design
Education
St. Cloud State University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1989 — 1990
Digital River August 2014 - Present
Best Buy 2012 - July 2014
Target 2011 - 2012
Ameriprise Financial 2010 - 2010
SuperValu 2008 - 2010
C.H. Robinson October 1993 - August 2007
Skills
Business Analysis, Agile Methodologies, SDLC, Microsoft Office, Visio, Process Improvement, Project Management, E-commerce, SQL, Requirements Gathering, Requirements Analysis, Vendor Management, Customer Service, Team Leadership, SharePoint
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1984 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Information Systems
Gander Mountain 2012 - 2015
Cabela's 2009 - 2012
Shopko 2006 - 2008
Best Buy 1991 - 2006
Skills
Store Management, Big Box, Multi-unit, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Multi-Unit Management, Retail, Multi-channel Retail, Driving Results, Visual Merchandising, Shrinkage, Profit, Planograms, Income Statement, Inventory Management, CPFR, Inventory Control, Customer Experience, Store Operations, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1988 — 1991
Business
Best Buy December 2012 - Present
Best Buy April 2010 - December 2012
Best Buy September 2005 - May 2010
Best Buy December 1989 - September 2005
Skills
Retail, Performance Management, Customer Experience, Hiring, Store Management, Team Building, Employee Training, Visual Merchandising, Human Resources, Customer Satisfaction, Business Analysis, Customer Service
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1989 — 1993
Business Administration, Psychology
Best Buy December 2010 - Present
Best Buy July 2008 - December 2010
Best Buy April 2007 - July 2008
Best Buy May 2005 - April 2007
Kohl's Department Stores November 2003 - May 2005
Best Buy November 2001 - November 2003
KFYR Radio 550 AM February 2000 - November 2001
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Cross-functional Team..., Team Leadership, Project Management, Project Planning, Budgets, Sales, Analysis, Analytics, Visual Merchandising, Multi-channel Retail, Customer Service, Planograms, Time Management, Business Planning, People Development, Leadership Development, Leadership, Team Building, Business Analysis, Process Improvement
Education
University of Saint Thomas 2012 — 2012
Certified Professional Project Manager, Project Management
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1997 — 1999
BS in Mass Communications, Public Relations/Advertising
Warner Bros. Entertainment Group of Companies August 2013 - Present
Geek Squad March 2012 - August 2013
Best Buy January 2011 - March 2012
Best Buy 2008 - 2011
Best Buy 2004 - 2008
Best Buy 2002 - 2004
Best Buy 2000 - 2002
Best Buy 1998 - 2000
Skills
Marketing, Merchandising, Team Leadership, Project Management, Retail, Advertising, E-commerce, Multi-channel Marketing, Online Advertising, Consumer Electronics, Vendor Relationships, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Product Management, Agency Relationship..., Budget Management, Process Development, Brand Management, Cross-functional..., Budgets, Forecasting
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Citi November 2014 - Present
CROSSMARK October 2013 - October 2014
Best Buy June 2012 - April 2013
Best Buy March 2009 - September 2012
Best Buy September 2008 - March 2009
Best Buy 2008 - 2009
Best Buy July 2007 - August 2008
Best Buy September 2005 - July 2007
Best Buy February 2005 - September 2005
Best Buy December 2003 - February 2005
Skills
Customer Experience, Loss Prevention, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Accountability, Promotions, Big Box, Retail Management, Store Management, Multi-unit, P&L Management, Project Planning, Merchandising, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Team Building, Sales, Leadership, Training, Performance Management, Management, Team Leadership, Driving Results, Profit, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, Store Operations, Coaching, Talent Management, Hiring, Time Management, Income Statement, Business Planning, Human Resources, Multi-Unit Management, Inventory Control, CPFR, Planograms, Multi-channel Retail, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, People Development, Shrinkage, Business Development, Retail Sales, New Store Openings, Sales Process, New Store Development
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1981 — 1986
Bachlor of Science, Mass Communications - Print and Broadcast Journalism
UnitedHealthcare May 2010 - Present
US Bank December 2009 - March 2010
wells fargo January 2009 - July 2009
Best Buy October 2008 - January 2009
merrill lynch 2003 - 2008
United Healthcare January 2000 - January 2002
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Bachelors, Business Administration, Finance, Marketing
Best Buy ProducerBest BuyJanuary 2011 - Present
freelance 2004 - January 2011
Skills
Video Production, Film Production, Post Production, Commercials, Video, Broadcast, Production
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1990 — 1995
Scheels All Sports February 2002 - Present
Best Buy 2007 - 2007
Skills
Event Planning, Social Media, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Merchandising, Customer Service, Event Management, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Sales, Advertising, Email Marketing, Blogging, Store Management, Sports Marketing, Inventory Management, Public Relations, Social Networking, Time Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Gander Mountain July 2014 - Present
Best Buy September 2012 - May 2014
Best Buy April 2012 - September 2012
Best Buy April 2008 - September 2012
Best Buy February 2007 - April 2008
Best Buy January 2005 - February 2006
Skills
Assortment, Music, Promotion Planning, Merchandising, Retail Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Vendor Management, Vendor Relations, Retail, Store Management, Strategy, Forecasting, Billboards, Product Development, Analytics, Management, Planograms, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Sales
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology and Criminal Justice
McNally Smith College of Music 1999 — 2001
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Music Performance, General
Goldmark Property Management March 2014 - Present
Best Buy March 2014 - December 2014
Microsoft May 2013 - July 2013
USAF February 2007 - February 2013
Ruby Tuesday August 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Aircraft, Security Clearance, Military, DoD, Air Force, Military Operations, Command, Military Experience, National Security, Defense, Information Assurance, Operational Planning, Intelligence Analysis, Systems Engineering, Government, Program Management, Government Contracting, Force Protection, Intelligence, Leadership
Education
Community College of the Air Force 2007 — 2012
Associate's Degree, Aircraft Maintenance Technology
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2003 — 2005
Undergraduate Study, Computer Science Information Systems
Guy Carpenter October 2011 - Present
Willis Re September 2010 - October 2011
Aon Benfield September 2004 - September 2010
Best Buy 2003 - 2004
Best Buy October 2002 - October 2003
Best Buy April 2002 - October 2002
Skills
Property & Casualty..., Risk Management, Reinsurance, Insurance, General Insurance, Brokers, Commercial Insurance, Professional Liability, Liability
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1998 — 2001
BA, Finance, Economics
Circle Of Care August 2008 - Present
Best Buy October 2006 - August 2008
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2006 — 2008
B.S., Speech Language Hearing Sciences
Prime Therapeutics September 2015 - Present
Best Buy January 2015 - September 2015
Prime Therapeutics August 2013 - January 2015
DaVita July 2012 - August 2013
Prime Therapeutics November 2010 - July 2012
Logic Product Development August 2009 - November 2010
Logic Product Development March 2009 - July 2009
Prime Therapeutics February 2008 - December 2008
Virteva September 2006 - January 2008
NRT May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Cisco Technologies, WAN, Network Architecture, Firewalls, Networking, VPN, Routing, Network Design, Windows Server, Network Engineering, Security, Network Administration, Cisco IOS, Network Security, IP, Cisco Nexus, System Administration, Cisco 6500, Active Directory, VoIP, Load Balancing, BGP, OSPF, ASA, LAN-WAN, EIGRP, Cisco, Cisco ASA, Checkpoint, Checkpoint Security, QoS, High Availability
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1995 — 1995
General
University of Sioux Falls 1992 — 1994
Information Technology
North Dakota State University 1990 — 1991
Electrical Engineering
OtterBox October 2014 - Present
Belkin May 2010 - October 2014
Belkin October 2009 - May 2010
Belkin October 2007 - September 2009
Driveline Retail Solutions January 2007 - October 2007
Best Buy July 2004 - April 2005
Best Buy June 2000 - July 2004
Best Buy June 1999 - June 2000
Best Buy June 1998 - June 1999
Skills
Business Development, Consumer Electronics, Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, P&L Management, Product Management, Retail, Multi-channel Marketing, Forecasting, Demand Planning, Sales Operations, Strategic Partnerships, Sales Management, Product Launch, Sales, Merchandising, Strategy, Pricing, Account Management, B2B, Go-to-market Strategy, Key Account Management, Inventory Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1994 — 1998
BS, Business Administration
St. Francis
American Guitar and Band August 2011 - Present
BassFuzz Mastering January 2007 - Present
Minnetonka Audio Software July 1999 - December 2008
Audio Software, Inc July 1999 - December 2008
Original Sound Records April 1998 - January 1999
Original Sound Records April 1998 - December 1998
Best Buy March 1997 - April 1998
Best Buy Corporate, Inc March 1997 - April 1998
Best Buy September 1996 - March 1997
Office Services September 1996 - March 1997
Education
North Hennepin Community College
Computer Science/Programing
Minnesota State University
B.A, Music Industry
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Music Industry, Music, Recording, Marketing, Management, Accounting
Wells Fargo Asset Management August 2012 - Present
Wells Fargo Asset Management June 2011 - August 2012
Wells Fargo Bank June 2009 - June 2011
Wells Fargo Financial November 2003 - May 2009
Wells Fargo Financial July 2001 - November 2003
Best Buy July 1999 - June 2001
Sam's Club May 1992 - June 1999
Skills
Sales, Leadership, Management, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Sales Operations, Loans, Team Building, Coaching, Training, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Banking, Budgets, Analysis, Leadership Development, Finance
Education
Detroit Lakes High School
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
BS in Business Management, Business, Marketing
Self Employed November 2010 - May 2013
BDS Marketing October 2007 - October 2010
Best Buy September 2009 - February 2010
Garfield Marks July 2006 - January 2007
St. John Knits July 2004 - May 2006
Coach September 1993 - April 2004
Dayton Hudson Corporation October 1990 - September 1993
Skills
Strategic Planning, Retail Marketing, Performance Metrics, Merchandising, Retail, Apparel, Sales
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1985 — 1990
BA, Speech Communications/ Marketing
Forum Communications Co. July 2015 - Present
Integreon November 2013 - July 2015
Integreon May 2012 - November 2013
RRC Specialties, Inc. June 2009 - May 2012
Fargo-Moorhead Community Theatre August 2008 - May 2009
Best Buy October 2005 - August 2007
CopyMax August 2003 - September 2005
Skills
Website Development, Graphic Design, Macro Development, Advertising, Social Networking, Marketing, Brand Development, Graphics, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Online Advertising, Creative Strategy, Audio Engineering, Audio Editing, Social Media, Video Production, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat, Corporate Branding, Dreamweaver, Advertising Research, Audio-Visual Production, Interactive Advertising, Photoshop, Illustrator, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Psychology, Email Marketing, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Content Management, Salesforce.com, Salesforce Administrator, CRM, CRM databases, Methode, Pardot, ExactTarget, Web Marketing, Web Content, Online Campaign..., Web Services, Web Analytics, Visual Basic, HTML5, JavaScript, PHP
Education
North Dakota State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Relations & Advertising - Minor in Psychology
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2003 — 2006
Graphic Design, Audio & Video Production
Navarre Corporation August 2015 - Present
Eden Prairie Volleyball Association September 2013 - September 2015
The Baso Family June 2013 - August 2015
Best Buy February 2012 - June 2013
Best Buy Co., Inc April 2009 - February 2012
Best Buy Co., Inc September 2006 - April 2009
Best Buy Co., Inc March 2005 - August 2006
Best Buy Co., Inc June 2002 - March 2005
Callnetics Corporation September 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Retail, Merchandising, Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Negotiation, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Assortment, Competitive Analysis, Product Development, Management, Inventory Management, Sourcing, Profit, Advertising, Customer Experience, Sales, Training, Global Sourcing, MS Excel Pivot Tables, Vendor Management, P&L Management
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Science
North Dakota State University 1997 — 1999
General Studies
U.S. Bank May 2013 - Present
Thomson Reuters November 2011 - February 2012
Wells Fargo February 2011 - January 2012
Syncada LLC (Formerly US Bank PowerTrack) October 2006 - November 2011
Siemens Corp December 2004 - October 2006
Piper Jaffray Corp June 2004 - November 2004
Best Buy February 1996 - June 2004
Skills
.NET, jQuery, LINQ, Microsoft Excel
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Master of Science (MS), Computer Science
Xidian University
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
BMO Harris Bank March 2013 - Present
Wells Fargo February 2012 - March 2013
Best Buy July 2011 - January 2012
Skills
Sales, Negotiation, New Business Development, PC competent, Project Management, Money Management, Suggestive selling, Relationship Enhancement, Long Term Relationship..., Time Management
Education
North Dakota State University
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Acme Equipment March 2014 - Present
Acme Tools January 2011 - February 2014
Best Buy January 2009 - December 2010
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Account Management, Negotiation, Key Account Management, Business Development, Direct Sales, Customer Service, Sales Operations, Sales Process, B2B, Management, Team Building
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 2004 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General