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
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Adam Gulbranson Adam Gulbranson's Best Buy Experience August 2009 - September 2009
Job Senior Business Analyst, BA Team Lead Business Intelligence (SaaS Product) at RealPage, Inc.
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
RealPage, Inc. March 2014 - Present
RealPage, Inc. October 2012 - February 2014
Texas Capital Bank November 2009 - October 2012
Solutia Consulting March 2006 - December 2009
Target September 2009 - November 2009
Lerner Publishing Group March 2008 - November 2009
Best Buy August 2009 - September 2009
CIMA Labs March 2009 - March 2009
MedSoft February 2009 - March 2009
Delta Air Lines October 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Microsoft SQL Server, Business Analysis, Data Modeling, Requirements Gathering, SQL, SSIS, ETL, Process Improvement, Analysis, Integration, Access, Visio, Project Management, SSRS, Software Documentation, ASP.NET, Data Warehouse..., Databases, Business Requirements, Testing, Business Process, T-SQL, Solution Architecture, .NET, Business Intelligence..., SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Quality Assurance, MS Project, Analysis Services, Dimensional Modeling, Disaster Recovery, Analytics, Enterprise Software, DB2, Database Design, Stored Procedures, Performance Tuning, Data Profiling, Business Strategy, Software Development, Microsoft Office, Microsoft BI Suite, Data Integration, Enterprise Architecture, Cognos, Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2002
BS, Applied Economics and Int'l Relations
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
RealPage, Inc. March 2014 - Present
RealPage, Inc. October 2012 - February 2014
Texas Capital Bank November 2009 - October 2012
Solutia Consulting March 2006 - December 2009
Target September 2009 - November 2009
Lerner Publishing Group March 2008 - November 2009
Best Buy August 2009 - September 2009
CIMA Labs March 2009 - March 2009
MedSoft February 2009 - March 2009
Delta Air Lines October 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, Microsoft SQL Server, Business Analysis, Data Modeling, Requirements Gathering, SQL, SSIS, ETL, Process Improvement, Analysis, Integration, Access, Visio, Project Management, SSRS, Software Documentation, ASP.NET, Data Warehouse..., Databases, Business Requirements, Testing, Business Process, T-SQL, Solution Architecture, .NET, Business Intelligence..., SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Quality Assurance, MS Project, Analysis Services, Dimensional Modeling, Disaster Recovery, Analytics, Enterprise Software, DB2, Database Design, Stored Procedures, Performance Tuning, Data Profiling, Business Strategy, Software Development, Microsoft Office, Microsoft BI Suite, Data Integration, Enterprise Architecture, Cognos, Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2002
BS, Applied Economics and Int'l Relations
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
John Welby John Welby's Best Buy Experience 2009 - 2012
Job Research Technologist at Mayo Clinic
Industry Research
Experience
Mayo Clinic June 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota August 2012 - May 2014
Mayo Clinic May 2012 - August 2012
Best Buy 2009 - 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Photoshop, Data Analysis, Time Management, Statistics, Critical Thinking
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Neuroscience
La Fundacíon José Ortega y Gasset-Gregorio Marañón Buenos Aires, Argentina 2013 — 2013
Spanish Minor
Mayo Clinic June 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota August 2012 - May 2014
Mayo Clinic May 2012 - August 2012
Best Buy 2009 - 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Photoshop, Data Analysis, Time Management, Statistics, Critical Thinking
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Neuroscience
La Fundacíon José Ortega y Gasset-Gregorio Marañón Buenos Aires, Argentina 2013 — 2013
Spanish Minor
Mike Rude Mike Rude's Best Buy Experience 2011 - 2012
Job Director of Product Development
Industry Wireless
Experience
Zubie 2012 - Present
Best Buy 2011 - 2012
DSP Group 2006 - 2011
Metalink 2003 - 2006
ADC Telecommunications 1997 - 2003
3M 1992 - 1996
Skills
Wireless, WiFi, Product Development, Broadband, Product Management, Digital Signal..., Telematics, Product Marketing, Intellectual Property, Telecommunications, CRM, Mobile Devices, Start-ups, Marketing, Go-to-market Strategy, DSL, Embedded Systems, Strategic Partnerships, IEEE 802.11, New Business Development, IP, Consumer Electronics, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Electronics, Semiconductors, SoC, Embedded Software, Algorithms, Integration, Program Management, Systems Engineering, Business Development, System Architecture, Software Engineering, Competitive Analysis, Software Development, Cellular Communications, LTE, Business Strategy, Mobile Applications, Mobile Technology, Cloud Computing, VoIP, Mobile Communications, M2M, Internet of Things, Connected Devices, WiMAX
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BSEE
University of Southern California
Ph.D.
Zubie 2012 - Present
Best Buy 2011 - 2012
DSP Group 2006 - 2011
Metalink 2003 - 2006
ADC Telecommunications 1997 - 2003
3M 1992 - 1996
Skills
Wireless, WiFi, Product Development, Broadband, Product Management, Digital Signal..., Telematics, Product Marketing, Intellectual Property, Telecommunications, CRM, Mobile Devices, Start-ups, Marketing, Go-to-market Strategy, DSL, Embedded Systems, Strategic Partnerships, IEEE 802.11, New Business Development, IP, Consumer Electronics, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Electronics, Semiconductors, SoC, Embedded Software, Algorithms, Integration, Program Management, Systems Engineering, Business Development, System Architecture, Software Engineering, Competitive Analysis, Software Development, Cellular Communications, LTE, Business Strategy, Mobile Applications, Mobile Technology, Cloud Computing, VoIP, Mobile Communications, M2M, Internet of Things, Connected Devices, WiMAX
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BSEE
University of Southern California
Ph.D.
Taylor Wyngard's Best Buy Experience August 2008 - January 2012
Job Merchant Analyst at Kohl's Department Stores
Industry Retail
Experience
Kohl's Department Stores January 2015 - Present
Urban Outfitters September 2013 - December 2014
Urban Outfitters June 2013 - September 2013
Parkers Fashion Agency January 2013 - April 2013
Urban Outfitters July 2012 - December 2012
Aerie May 2012 - December 2012
Urban Outfitters May 2012 - July 2012
Best Buy August 2008 - January 2012
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Store Operations, Window Displays, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Sales, PowerPoint, Social Media, Trend Analysis, Creative Writing, Communication Skills, Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, Illustrator, Textiles, Facebook, Customer Experience, Marketing, Management, Sales Operations
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Retail Merchandising, Senior
Kohl's Department Stores January 2015 - Present
Urban Outfitters September 2013 - December 2014
Urban Outfitters June 2013 - September 2013
Parkers Fashion Agency January 2013 - April 2013
Urban Outfitters July 2012 - December 2012
Aerie May 2012 - December 2012
Urban Outfitters May 2012 - July 2012
Best Buy August 2008 - January 2012
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Store Operations, Window Displays, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Sales, PowerPoint, Social Media, Trend Analysis, Creative Writing, Communication Skills, Photoshop, Microsoft Publisher, Illustrator, Textiles, Facebook, Customer Experience, Marketing, Management, Sales Operations
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Retail Merchandising, Senior
Joshua Welsh Joshua Welsh's Best Buy Experience 2012 - 2013
Job Assistant Professor at Central Washington University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Central Washington University September 2013 - Present
Contractor 2010 - August 2013
Best Buy 2012 - 2013
University of Minnesota January 2010 - August 2011
Fredrickson Communications August 2006 - June 2010
University of Minnesota September 2009 - December 2009
Networking and Telecommunications Services, University of Minnesota November 2004 - August 2006
South Dakota Public Radio August 1999 - July 2003
Skills
Technical Writing, Usability Testing, University Teaching, Teaching Writing, User Experience, php, mysq, Linux Desktop
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2013
PhD, Rhetoric and Scientific & Technical Communication
University of Minnesota
Master of Science, Scientific and Technical Communication
University North Carolina
Bachelor of Arts, German Studies
Central Washington University September 2013 - Present
Contractor 2010 - August 2013
Best Buy 2012 - 2013
University of Minnesota January 2010 - August 2011
Fredrickson Communications August 2006 - June 2010
University of Minnesota September 2009 - December 2009
Networking and Telecommunications Services, University of Minnesota November 2004 - August 2006
South Dakota Public Radio August 1999 - July 2003
Skills
Technical Writing, Usability Testing, University Teaching, Teaching Writing, User Experience, php, mysq, Linux Desktop
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2013
PhD, Rhetoric and Scientific & Technical Communication
University of Minnesota
Master of Science, Scientific and Technical Communication
University North Carolina
Bachelor of Arts, German Studies
Andrew Dahl's Best Buy Experience July 2015 - Present
Job Founder and Managing Director, Moera Inc
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Moera Inc November 2012 - Present
Best Buy July 2015 - Present
Cray Inc. July 2014 - July 2015
Cray Inc. February 2013 - February 2014
CATS Software, Inc September 2012 - February 2013
Reflected.net July 2012 - September 2012
Reflected.net December 2009 - September 2012
University of Minnesota Supercomputing Institute September 2006 - December 2009
Skills
Linux, Scalability, High Availability, Integration, Troubleshooting, Cluster, Software Development, Memcached, Testing, Redis, Management, High Performance..., Scripting, Perl, Apache, Bash, Shell Scripting, MySQL, Python, C Language
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Moera Inc November 2012 - Present
Best Buy July 2015 - Present
Cray Inc. July 2014 - July 2015
Cray Inc. February 2013 - February 2014
CATS Software, Inc September 2012 - February 2013
Reflected.net July 2012 - September 2012
Reflected.net December 2009 - September 2012
University of Minnesota Supercomputing Institute September 2006 - December 2009
Skills
Linux, Scalability, High Availability, Integration, Troubleshooting, Cluster, Software Development, Memcached, Testing, Redis, Management, High Performance..., Scripting, Perl, Apache, Bash, Shell Scripting, MySQL, Python, C Language
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Alyssa Johnson's Best Buy Experience September 2011 - March 2012
Job Manager, Corporate Learning and Development at Sears Holdings Corporation
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Sears Holdings Corporation September 2013 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2012 - September 2013
Best Buy September 2011 - March 2012
Best Buy January 2008 - October 2011
Skills
Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Multi-channel Retail, Leadership Development, Cross-functional Team..., Employee Engagement, Cross Functional Team..., StrengthsFinder, Supply Chain, Training, Vendor Management, Retail, Onboarding, Project Management, Coaching, Strengths Development, Gallup Strengths
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA
Sears Holdings Corporation September 2013 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2012 - September 2013
Best Buy September 2011 - March 2012
Best Buy January 2008 - October 2011
Skills
Demand Planning, Inventory Management, Multi-channel Retail, Leadership Development, Cross-functional Team..., Employee Engagement, Cross Functional Team..., StrengthsFinder, Supply Chain, Training, Vendor Management, Retail, Onboarding, Project Management, Coaching, Strengths Development, Gallup Strengths
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA
Chad Walters Chad Walters's Best Buy Experience June 2013 - Present
Job General Manager at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy June 2013 - Present
Best Buy August 2010 - May 2013
Best Buy April 2008 - August 2010
Best Buy February 2007 - March 2008
Best Buy September 2006 - February 2007
AT&T March 1996 - June 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Retail, Merchandising, Sales, Inventory Management, Store Management, Sales Management, Loss Prevention, Customer Satisfaction, Visual Merchandising, Retail Sales, Store Operations, Team Building, Team Leadership, Hiring, Profit, Big Box, Training, Customer Experience, Inventory Control, Driving Results, Employee Training, Planograms, Leadership, P, Shrinkage, Time Management, Coaching
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Best Buy June 2013 - Present
Best Buy August 2010 - May 2013
Best Buy April 2008 - August 2010
Best Buy February 2007 - March 2008
Best Buy September 2006 - February 2007
AT&T March 1996 - June 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Retail, Merchandising, Sales, Inventory Management, Store Management, Sales Management, Loss Prevention, Customer Satisfaction, Visual Merchandising, Retail Sales, Store Operations, Team Building, Team Leadership, Hiring, Profit, Big Box, Training, Customer Experience, Inventory Control, Driving Results, Employee Training, Planograms, Leadership, P, Shrinkage, Time Management, Coaching
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Shannon Davis's Best Buy Experience September 2002 - March 2008
Job Director of Integrated Production at Colle+McVoy
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Colle+McVoy August 2013 - Present
Jingit August 2011 - July 2013
OLSON January 2010 - August 2011
Met Hodder March 2008 - January 2010
Best Buy September 2002 - March 2008
davision optical September 2006 - November 2007
LogicBay Corporation July 2000 - August 2002
Greer & Associates June 1998 - July 2000
Skills
Advertising, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Process Improvement, Client Services, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Email Marketing, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Financial Services, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Awesomeness, Mobile Devices, Management, Interactive Marketing, Product Development, Mobile Marketing, Project Management, Online Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Brand Development, User Experience, E-commerce, Direct Marketing, Digital Media, Content Strategy
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts
Colle+McVoy August 2013 - Present
Jingit August 2011 - July 2013
OLSON January 2010 - August 2011
Met Hodder March 2008 - January 2010
Best Buy September 2002 - March 2008
davision optical September 2006 - November 2007
LogicBay Corporation July 2000 - August 2002
Greer & Associates June 1998 - July 2000
Skills
Advertising, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Process Improvement, Client Services, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Email Marketing, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Creative Strategy, Financial Services, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Awesomeness, Mobile Devices, Management, Interactive Marketing, Product Development, Mobile Marketing, Project Management, Online Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Brand Development, User Experience, E-commerce, Direct Marketing, Digital Media, Content Strategy
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts
Erik Mitchell's Best Buy Experience November 2011 - November 2012
Job Engineering Lead at Target
Industry Internet
Experience
Target May 2015 - Present
Daugherty Business Solutions January 2015 - May 2015
Healthcare Engagement Solutions March 2014 - January 2015
Prototype EQ, LLC 2013 - January 2015
Healthpartners January 2013 - March 2014
EK Mitchell, LLC 2003 - 2013
Best Buy November 2011 - November 2012
Best Buy November 2010 - November 2011
The Dolan Company July 2010 - November 2010
Probus OneTouch March 2008 - July 2010
Skills
jQuery, Git, Bash, PHP, JavaScript, Magento, Python, Zend Framework, SASS, Backbone.js, CSS, Wordpress, Vim, Ubuntu, Node.js, CentOS, Sed, Diff, Ant, MySQL, Subversion, Web Development, E-commerce, WordPress, Accessibility, HTML 5, Apache, User Experience, Front-end, Linux, SEO, Web Standards, LAMP, Open Source, JSON, XHTML, Ruby, HTML5, Software Development, Web Applications
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 2001
BA, Psychology
Edina High School 1994 — 1997
Target May 2015 - Present
Daugherty Business Solutions January 2015 - May 2015
Healthcare Engagement Solutions March 2014 - January 2015
Prototype EQ, LLC 2013 - January 2015
Healthpartners January 2013 - March 2014
EK Mitchell, LLC 2003 - 2013
Best Buy November 2011 - November 2012
Best Buy November 2010 - November 2011
The Dolan Company July 2010 - November 2010
Probus OneTouch March 2008 - July 2010
Skills
jQuery, Git, Bash, PHP, JavaScript, Magento, Python, Zend Framework, SASS, Backbone.js, CSS, Wordpress, Vim, Ubuntu, Node.js, CentOS, Sed, Diff, Ant, MySQL, Subversion, Web Development, E-commerce, WordPress, Accessibility, HTML 5, Apache, User Experience, Front-end, Linux, SEO, Web Standards, LAMP, Open Source, JSON, XHTML, Ruby, HTML5, Software Development, Web Applications
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 2001
BA, Psychology
Edina High School 1994 — 1997
Jeff Burns's Best Buy Experience October 2004 - August 2006
Job 1st Vice President Relationship Manager Business Banking
Industry Financial Services
Experience
JPMorgan Chase May 2013 - Present
JPMorgan Chase August 2012 - April 2013
JPMorgan Chase January 2010 - August 2012
JPMorgan Chase August 2006 - January 2010
Best Buy October 2004 - August 2006
BDS Marketing August 2002 - October 2004
Skills
Retail, Selling, New Business Development, Coaching, Team Leadership, Recruiting, Execution of Business..., Customer Satisfaction, Reports, Meeting Planning, Mentoring, Customer Experience, Sales Management, Retail Banking, Performance Management, Marketing, Hiring Employees, Networking, Management, P&L Responsibility, Sales, Leadership, Sales Operations, Forecasting, Sales Process, Team Building, P&L, Strategy, Account Management, Finance, Relationship Management, Consumer Lending, P&L Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Applied Economics-Minor in Technical Communication
park high school
JPMorgan Chase May 2013 - Present
JPMorgan Chase August 2012 - April 2013
JPMorgan Chase January 2010 - August 2012
JPMorgan Chase August 2006 - January 2010
Best Buy October 2004 - August 2006
BDS Marketing August 2002 - October 2004
Skills
Retail, Selling, New Business Development, Coaching, Team Leadership, Recruiting, Execution of Business..., Customer Satisfaction, Reports, Meeting Planning, Mentoring, Customer Experience, Sales Management, Retail Banking, Performance Management, Marketing, Hiring Employees, Networking, Management, P&L Responsibility, Sales, Leadership, Sales Operations, Forecasting, Sales Process, Team Building, P&L, Strategy, Account Management, Finance, Relationship Management, Consumer Lending, P&L Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Applied Economics-Minor in Technical Communication
park high school
Derek Gallagher Derek Gallagher's Best Buy Experience March 2011 - June 2011
Job Assoc. AIA
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Wold Architects and Engineers August 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota College of Design August 2013 - January 2014
LHB June 2013 - August 2013
Kraus-Anderson Construction Company June 2012 - July 2012
Best Buy March 2011 - June 2011
American Lung Association May 2010 - August 2010
United States Census Bureau March 2010 - May 2010
Republic Bank March 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, 3D rendering, Rhino 3D
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2014
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), Architecture
University of Wisconsin-Superior 2006 — 2010
Undergraduate, Communications, Business Administration, Spanish
Wold Architects and Engineers August 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota College of Design August 2013 - January 2014
LHB June 2013 - August 2013
Kraus-Anderson Construction Company June 2012 - July 2012
Best Buy March 2011 - June 2011
American Lung Association May 2010 - August 2010
United States Census Bureau March 2010 - May 2010
Republic Bank March 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, 3D rendering, Rhino 3D
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2014
Master of Architecture (M.Arch.), Architecture
University of Wisconsin-Superior 2006 — 2010
Undergraduate, Communications, Business Administration, Spanish
Steve DeBettgnies Steve DeBettgnies's Best Buy Experience December 1997 - December 1998
Job Sr SAP XI/PI/PO Lead Consultant
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Client - Manufacturing / Engineering October 2012 - Present
Client - Manufacturing August 2012 - October 2012
Client - Construction January 2012 - August 2012
Client - Manufacturing January 2011 - February 2012
Client - Manufacturing / Services June 2010 - April 2011
Chemical Company March 2006 - June 2010
Chemical Company January 1999 - March 2006
Best Buy December 1997 - December 1998
Modis January 1996 - December 1997
Skills
SAP PO(Process..., SAP PI, SAP XI, Integration, ABAP, IDOC, SAP, SAP R/3, SAP Implementation, Master Data Management, SAP Netweaver, ERP, EDI, SOA, SD, Java, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Management, BAPI, Project Implementation, Architecture, XML, Architectures, IDoc, SAP ERP, Business Intelligence
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1985 — 1990
BSME, Engineering and Computer Science
Client - Manufacturing / Engineering October 2012 - Present
Client - Manufacturing August 2012 - October 2012
Client - Construction January 2012 - August 2012
Client - Manufacturing January 2011 - February 2012
Client - Manufacturing / Services June 2010 - April 2011
Chemical Company March 2006 - June 2010
Chemical Company January 1999 - March 2006
Best Buy December 1997 - December 1998
Modis January 1996 - December 1997
Skills
SAP PO(Process..., SAP PI, SAP XI, Integration, ABAP, IDOC, SAP, SAP R/3, SAP Implementation, Master Data Management, SAP Netweaver, ERP, EDI, SOA, SD, Java, Warehouse Management, Supply Chain Management, BAPI, Project Implementation, Architecture, XML, Architectures, IDoc, SAP ERP, Business Intelligence
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1985 — 1990
BSME, Engineering and Computer Science
Tim Cassidy Tim Cassidy's Best Buy Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Director, Product Compliance and Safety at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy August 2013 - Present
Best Buy December 2008 - Present
SL Power Electronics Inc January 2006 - September 2008
Ault Incorporated 2002 - 2006
Skills
Business Strategy, Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, Cross-functional Team..., DOE, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Engineering, EPA, ISO, Manufacturing, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Development, Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Technology Development, UL, Design of Experiments, Consumer Product Safety, Engineering Management, Reliability, Strategy, Lean Manufacturing, Quality System, Root Cause Analysis, Management, Six Sigma, Product Management, Leadership, Consumer Electronics, Project Planning, FDA, Operations Management, Product Marketing, Medical Devices, Global Sourcing, Kaizen, Purchasing, P&L Management, Business Process..., Inventory Management, Product Design, 5S
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Master of Science (M.S.)
Best Buy August 2013 - Present
Best Buy December 2008 - Present
SL Power Electronics Inc January 2006 - September 2008
Ault Incorporated 2002 - 2006
Skills
Business Strategy, Compliance, Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, Cross-functional Team..., DOE, Electrical Engineering, Electronics, Engineering, EPA, ISO, Manufacturing, Process Development, Process Improvement, Product Development, Program Management, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Technology Development, UL, Design of Experiments, Consumer Product Safety, Engineering Management, Reliability, Strategy, Lean Manufacturing, Quality System, Root Cause Analysis, Management, Six Sigma, Product Management, Leadership, Consumer Electronics, Project Planning, FDA, Operations Management, Product Marketing, Medical Devices, Global Sourcing, Kaizen, Purchasing, P&L Management, Business Process..., Inventory Management, Product Design, 5S
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Master of Science (M.S.)
Rob Ausprung Rob Ausprung's Best Buy Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Senior Digital Analyst at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy January 2015 - Present
Best Buy December 2012 - January 2015
Wilson Learning October 2010 - November 2012
Wilson Learning April 2008 - September 2010
Skills
Web Analytics, Omniture, SEO, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Project Management, Google Analytics, Management, Salesforce.com, E-commerce, Email Marketing, HTML, CSS
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism and Mass Communication
Best Buy January 2015 - Present
Best Buy December 2012 - January 2015
Wilson Learning October 2010 - November 2012
Wilson Learning April 2008 - September 2010
Skills
Web Analytics, Omniture, SEO, Digital Marketing, Market Research, Project Management, Google Analytics, Management, Salesforce.com, E-commerce, Email Marketing, HTML, CSS
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism and Mass Communication
Nancy Swanson Nancy Swanson's Best Buy Experience July 2011 - Present
Job Sr. Product Compliance Manager at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy July 2011 - Present
Target 2007 - July 2011
Andersen Windows 2003 - 2006
Andersen Windows 2000 - 2003
Andersen Windows 1999 - 2000
Andersen Windows 1995 - 1999
Andersen Windows 1988 - 1995
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Quality Assurance, Program Management, Management, Project Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business Process..., Lean Manufacturing, Negotiation, Quality System, Software Documentation, Process Improvement, Project Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 1998 — 2003
MBA, Management
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1989
BS, Chemical Engineering
Best Buy July 2011 - Present
Target 2007 - July 2011
Andersen Windows 2003 - 2006
Andersen Windows 2000 - 2003
Andersen Windows 1999 - 2000
Andersen Windows 1995 - 1999
Andersen Windows 1988 - 1995
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Quality Assurance, Program Management, Management, Project Planning, Manufacturing, Engineering, Business Process..., Lean Manufacturing, Negotiation, Quality System, Software Documentation, Process Improvement, Project Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 1998 — 2003
MBA, Management
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1989
BS, Chemical Engineering
Courtney Ewins Courtney Ewins's Best Buy Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Marketplace Account Manager at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy June 2014 - Present
Academy of the Holy Angels January 2013 - Present
Best Buy April 2013 - May 2014
ShopNBC August 2012 - April 2013
ShopNBC June 2011 - August 2012
Forest Lake Floral October 2010 - May 2011
ShopNBC January 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Merchandising, Product Management, Visual Merchandising, Retail Buying, Customer Experience..., Trend Analysis, Customer Experience, Management, Sales, Analysis, Customer Service, E-commerce, Fashion, Inventory Management, Leadership, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Retail, Social Media, Time Management, Trade Shows
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2011
B.S., Retail Merchandising, Business Management
Best Buy June 2014 - Present
Academy of the Holy Angels January 2013 - Present
Best Buy April 2013 - May 2014
ShopNBC August 2012 - April 2013
ShopNBC June 2011 - August 2012
Forest Lake Floral October 2010 - May 2011
ShopNBC January 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Merchandising, Product Management, Visual Merchandising, Retail Buying, Customer Experience..., Trend Analysis, Customer Experience, Management, Sales, Analysis, Customer Service, E-commerce, Fashion, Inventory Management, Leadership, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Retail, Social Media, Time Management, Trade Shows
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2011
B.S., Retail Merchandising, Business Management
Katie Herr's Best Buy Experience July 2009 - November 2009
Job AMD at Haworth Marketing & Media
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Haworth Marketing + Media 2015 - Present
Haworth Marketing + Media January 2013 - Present
Riley Hayes Advertising June 2010 - January 2013
Riley Hayes Advertising November 2009 - June 2010
Best Buy July 2009 - November 2009
Best Buy Corp. April 2008 - March 2009
Target Corporation February 2008 - March 2008
Life Time Fitness January 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Interactive Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media, Google Analytics, Advertising, Digital Media, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Media Planning, Marketing Communications, Analytics, Account Management, Google Adwords, SEM, Facebook, E-commerce, User Experience
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2006
BS, Communication, Advertising, Retail Merchandise
Haworth Marketing + Media 2015 - Present
Haworth Marketing + Media January 2013 - Present
Riley Hayes Advertising June 2010 - January 2013
Riley Hayes Advertising November 2009 - June 2010
Best Buy July 2009 - November 2009
Best Buy Corp. April 2008 - March 2009
Target Corporation February 2008 - March 2008
Life Time Fitness January 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Interactive Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media, Google Analytics, Advertising, Digital Media, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Media Planning, Marketing Communications, Analytics, Account Management, Google Adwords, SEM, Facebook, E-commerce, User Experience
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2006
BS, Communication, Advertising, Retail Merchandise
Carl Lacey Carl Lacey's Best Buy Experience 2004 - 2006
Job Metro Assistant Manager at Walmart
Industry Retail
Experience
Walmart April 2011 - Present
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. January 2010 - December 2011
Backstage Holdings, LLC September 2006 - January 2010
Best Buy 2004 - 2006
Hopkins School District 270 2000 - 2004
Skills
Retail Management, Content Management, Graphic Design, Product Management, Product Development, Digital Asset Management, Digital Production, Social Media, Merchandising, Team Building, Retail, Digital Strategy, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Social Networking..., New Media, P&L Management, Income Statement, Management, Store Management, Online Social Networking, E-commerce, Profit, Creative Direction, Inventory Management, Training, Budgets, Loss Prevention, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Operations Management, Time Management, Customer Experience, Employee Training, Customer Service, Hiring, Human Resources, Visual Merchandising, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Operations, P&L, Marketing, Team Leadership, Inventory Control, Customer Retention, Driving Results, Pricing, Sales Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2000
M.Ed, Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1997
BA, Psychology
Walmart April 2011 - Present
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. January 2010 - December 2011
Backstage Holdings, LLC September 2006 - January 2010
Best Buy 2004 - 2006
Hopkins School District 270 2000 - 2004
Skills
Retail Management, Content Management, Graphic Design, Product Management, Product Development, Digital Asset Management, Digital Production, Social Media, Merchandising, Team Building, Retail, Digital Strategy, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Social Networking..., New Media, P&L Management, Income Statement, Management, Store Management, Online Social Networking, E-commerce, Profit, Creative Direction, Inventory Management, Training, Budgets, Loss Prevention, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Operations Management, Time Management, Customer Experience, Employee Training, Customer Service, Hiring, Human Resources, Visual Merchandising, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Operations, P&L, Marketing, Team Leadership, Inventory Control, Customer Retention, Driving Results, Pricing, Sales Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2000
M.Ed, Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1997
BA, Psychology
Meredyth Fredericksen Meredyth Fredericksen's Best Buy Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Demand Planning Analyst at Best Buy
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Best Buy September 2015 - Present
Jay Franco and Sons April 2014 - Present
Jay Franco and Sons June 2013 - Present
The Children’s Society May 2012 - July 2012
Sun Country Airlines August 2011 - May 2012
Sun Country Airlines May 2011 - August 2011
Lifetime Fitness Café August 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Event Planning, Teamwork, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Social Networking, Advertising, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, PowerPoint, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Sales, Newsletters
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2013
Bachelors of Arts, Communications
University of Oklahoma Gaylord School of Journalism
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Best Buy September 2015 - Present
Jay Franco and Sons April 2014 - Present
Jay Franco and Sons June 2013 - Present
The Children’s Society May 2012 - July 2012
Sun Country Airlines August 2011 - May 2012
Sun Country Airlines May 2011 - August 2011
Lifetime Fitness Café August 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Event Planning, Teamwork, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Social Networking, Advertising, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, PowerPoint, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Sales, Newsletters
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2013
Bachelors of Arts, Communications
University of Oklahoma Gaylord School of Journalism
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism
Andreea Haymaker's Best Buy Experience November 2005 - May 2006
Job Marketing Planning Manager
Industry Sporting Goods
Experience
Vista Outdoor Inc. June 2014 - Present
ATK - Sporting Group July 2013 - June 2014
ATK - Sporting Group April 2010 - July 2013
ATK - Sporting Group July 2008 - April 2010
North American Membership Group (NAMG) May 2006 - July 2008
Best Buy November 2005 - May 2006
Paradysz October 2004 - November 2005
Paradysz November 2002 - October 2004
Skills
Project Management, Goal Oriented, Organizer, Time Management, Direct Mail, Print Production..., Inventory Management, Vendor Relations, Budget Management, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Direct Marketing, Advertising, Marketing, Account Management, Marketing Management, E-commerce, Strategic Planning, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Analytics
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism/Advertising/PR
Vista Outdoor Inc. June 2014 - Present
ATK - Sporting Group July 2013 - June 2014
ATK - Sporting Group April 2010 - July 2013
ATK - Sporting Group July 2008 - April 2010
North American Membership Group (NAMG) May 2006 - July 2008
Best Buy November 2005 - May 2006
Paradysz October 2004 - November 2005
Paradysz November 2002 - October 2004
Skills
Project Management, Goal Oriented, Organizer, Time Management, Direct Mail, Print Production..., Inventory Management, Vendor Relations, Budget Management, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Direct Marketing, Advertising, Marketing, Account Management, Marketing Management, E-commerce, Strategic Planning, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Analytics
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1999 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism/Advertising/PR
Nadeem Ayoob Nadeem Ayoob's Best Buy Experience May 2002 - March 2006
Job Expert Data Analyst / Process, Strategy, & SAP Expertise / Improves Data Quality / Streamlines Operations
Industry Retail
Experience
UnitedHealth Group July 2015 - Present
Target May 2014 - February 2015
Target August 2012 - May 2014
Target May 2006 - August 2012
Best Buy May 2002 - March 2006
Skills
Leadership, Retail, Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, SAP, Sales, Microsoft Office, Inventory Management, Sharepoint, Data Analysis, Vendor Master, Master Data Management, Data Quality, SAP MM, Material Master, IS-Retail, Metadata, Metadata Management, SE16n, Customer Service
Education
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 2001 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Finance, General, 3.0
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2001
UnitedHealth Group July 2015 - Present
Target May 2014 - February 2015
Target August 2012 - May 2014
Target May 2006 - August 2012
Best Buy May 2002 - March 2006
Skills
Leadership, Retail, Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, SAP, Sales, Microsoft Office, Inventory Management, Sharepoint, Data Analysis, Vendor Master, Master Data Management, Data Quality, SAP MM, Material Master, IS-Retail, Metadata, Metadata Management, SE16n, Customer Service
Education
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 2001 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Finance, General, 3.0
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2001
Lora Goodman Lora Goodman's Best Buy Experience February 1997 - October 2002
Job software testing engineer at Thermo King
Industry Machinery
Experience
Thermo King April 2008 - Present
Dell Compellent November 2002 - April 2008
Best Buy February 1997 - October 2002
Skills
Regression Testing, Performance Testing, Usability Testing, GPS tracking system
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Thermo King April 2008 - Present
Dell Compellent November 2002 - April 2008
Best Buy February 1997 - October 2002
Skills
Regression Testing, Performance Testing, Usability Testing, GPS tracking system
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineers
Laura Rother Laura Rother's Best Buy Experience March 2015 - Present
Job Public Relations, Best Buy
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Best Buy March 2015 - Present
Women in the Boardroom September 2013 - June 2015
Best Buy May 2014 - March 2015
C.H. Robinson May 2012 - May 2014
NBCUniversal, Inc. June 2011 - May 2012
University Tees September 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Networking, Event Planning, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Customer Service, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Public Speaking, Blogging, Microsoft Word, Strategic Communications
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations
Best Buy March 2015 - Present
Women in the Boardroom September 2013 - June 2015
Best Buy May 2014 - March 2015
C.H. Robinson May 2012 - May 2014
NBCUniversal, Inc. June 2011 - May 2012
University Tees September 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Networking, Event Planning, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Customer Service, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Public Speaking, Blogging, Microsoft Word, Strategic Communications
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations
Todd Norem Todd Norem's Best Buy Experience 2005 - 2005
Job Associate Creative Director at SK+G
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
SK+G February 2015 - Present
Various 2004 - Present
Amazon Advertising (Leo Burnett) November 2013 - January 2015
3E, The Life Time Agency November 2010 - May 2013
Carlson Marketing Worldwide 2007 - 2008
Hot Dish Advertising 2006 - 2007
Campbell Mithun 2005 - 2006
Best Buy 2005 - 2005
Skills
Direct Mail, Collateral, Radio, Brochures, Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Creative Direction, Advertising, Interactive Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Copywriting, Creative Strategy, Brand Development, Concept Development, Art Direction, Branding & Identity, Corporate Identity, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Problem Solving, Strategy, Catalogs, Outdoor Advertising
Education
Brainco
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA
SK+G February 2015 - Present
Various 2004 - Present
Amazon Advertising (Leo Burnett) November 2013 - January 2015
3E, The Life Time Agency November 2010 - May 2013
Carlson Marketing Worldwide 2007 - 2008
Hot Dish Advertising 2006 - 2007
Campbell Mithun 2005 - 2006
Best Buy 2005 - 2005
Skills
Direct Mail, Collateral, Radio, Brochures, Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Creative Direction, Advertising, Interactive Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Copywriting, Creative Strategy, Brand Development, Concept Development, Art Direction, Branding & Identity, Corporate Identity, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Problem Solving, Strategy, Catalogs, Outdoor Advertising
Education
Brainco
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA
Josh Stottlemyer Josh Stottlemyer's Best Buy Experience 1998 - 1999
Job Owner & Winemaker Stottle Winery
Industry Wine and Spirits
Experience
Stottle Winery August 2010 - Present
Helix Group, LLC November 2001 - January 2010
Safeharbor Technology Corp 1999 - 2003
Sun Gro Horticulture 1999 - 2000
Best Buy 1998 - 1999
Skills
SEO, E-commerce, HTML, Project Management, Technical Support, User Interface Design, E-business, PHP, Information Design, Winemaking, Marketing Strategy, SaaS, Product Development, Account Management, Enterprise Software, Sales Management, Start-ups, Direct Sales, CRM, Knowledge Management, Sales, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Wine
Education
Northwest Wine Academy 2010 — 2012
Certificate
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 1999
B.S.
Stottle Winery August 2010 - Present
Helix Group, LLC November 2001 - January 2010
Safeharbor Technology Corp 1999 - 2003
Sun Gro Horticulture 1999 - 2000
Best Buy 1998 - 1999
Skills
SEO, E-commerce, HTML, Project Management, Technical Support, User Interface Design, E-business, PHP, Information Design, Winemaking, Marketing Strategy, SaaS, Product Development, Account Management, Enterprise Software, Sales Management, Start-ups, Direct Sales, CRM, Knowledge Management, Sales, Wine Tasting, Wineries, Wine
Education
Northwest Wine Academy 2010 — 2012
Certificate
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 1999
B.S.
Lane Johnson Lane Johnson's Best Buy Experience December 2003 - July 2007
Job Demand Planning Manager
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Deluxe Corporation November 2014 - Present
Graco October 2012 - November 2014
InComm January 2010 - October 2012
InComm January 2010 - October 2012
Unilever July 2007 - January 2010
Best Buy December 2003 - July 2007
Best Buy September 2000 - December 2003
Skills
Forecasting, Demand Planning, Retail, CPFR, E-commerce, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Competitive Analysis, Supply Chain, Management, Demand Forecasting, Assortment, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., SAP, Consumer Products, Sales Plan, Multi-channel Retail, Sales, Inventory Planning, .com, Merchandise Planning, Retek, FMCG, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Multi-channel Marketing, JDA, Marketing, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Pricing, Purchasing, ECommerce, Retail Replenishment, Plannning, Inventory, Retail Purchasing, Manugistics, POL, Info Retriever, Microsoft Applications, Supply Chain..., Vendor Relationships, Big Box, Supply Chain Operations, Market Planning, SIOP, S&OP implementation
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1998
BS, Marketing, Communications
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing and Communications
Deluxe Corporation November 2014 - Present
Graco October 2012 - November 2014
InComm January 2010 - October 2012
InComm January 2010 - October 2012
Unilever July 2007 - January 2010
Best Buy December 2003 - July 2007
Best Buy September 2000 - December 2003
Skills
Forecasting, Demand Planning, Retail, CPFR, E-commerce, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Competitive Analysis, Supply Chain, Management, Demand Forecasting, Assortment, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., SAP, Consumer Products, Sales Plan, Multi-channel Retail, Sales, Inventory Planning, .com, Merchandise Planning, Retek, FMCG, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Multi-channel Marketing, JDA, Marketing, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Pricing, Purchasing, ECommerce, Retail Replenishment, Plannning, Inventory, Retail Purchasing, Manugistics, POL, Info Retriever, Microsoft Applications, Supply Chain..., Vendor Relationships, Big Box, Supply Chain Operations, Market Planning, SIOP, S&OP implementation
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1998
BS, Marketing, Communications
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing and Communications
Becky (Rebecca) Siekmeier Becky (Rebecca) Siekmeier's Best Buy Experience March 1992 - February 2009
Job Program Director, SciTechsperience Internship Program at Minnesota High Tech Association
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota High Tech Association September 2013 - Present
Minnestoa High Tech Association January 2012 - August 2013
League of Women Voters Minnesota September 2011 - December 2011
League of Women Voters Minneapolis September 2011 - December 2011
Citizens League June 2011 - August 2011
Grand Graphics August 1990 - June 2011
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits January 2011 - May 2011
Best Buy March 1992 - February 2009
Best Buy December 2000 - May 2003
Best Buy June 1998 - December 2000
Skills
Grant Planning..., Co-President, League of..., Organizational Analysis, Coalitions, Negotiation, Research, Bear, Organizational Needs..., Strategy, Retail, Leadership, Advertising, Budgets, Graphic Design, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Policy, Marketing, Project Management, Social Media, Program Management, Newsletters, Marketing Strategy, Training, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Grant Writing, Management, Recruiting, Fundraising, Process Improvement, Event Planning
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2011
Master, Public Affairs
Brown Institute 1989 — 1991
AAS, Advertising Design
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1985
Social Welfare, Social Work
Minnesota High Tech Association September 2013 - Present
Minnestoa High Tech Association January 2012 - August 2013
League of Women Voters Minnesota September 2011 - December 2011
League of Women Voters Minneapolis September 2011 - December 2011
Citizens League June 2011 - August 2011
Grand Graphics August 1990 - June 2011
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits January 2011 - May 2011
Best Buy March 1992 - February 2009
Best Buy December 2000 - May 2003
Best Buy June 1998 - December 2000
Skills
Grant Planning..., Co-President, League of..., Organizational Analysis, Coalitions, Negotiation, Research, Bear, Organizational Needs..., Strategy, Retail, Leadership, Advertising, Budgets, Graphic Design, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Policy, Marketing, Project Management, Social Media, Program Management, Newsletters, Marketing Strategy, Training, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Grant Writing, Management, Recruiting, Fundraising, Process Improvement, Event Planning
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2011
Master, Public Affairs
Brown Institute 1989 — 1991
AAS, Advertising Design
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1985
Social Welfare, Social Work
Timn Jacobs Timn Jacobs's Best Buy Experience 1999 - 2003
Job National Account Executive at Inside Edge Commercial Interior Services
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Inside Edge Commercial Interior Services April 2011 - Present
F O Johnsen, Inc. May 2009 - January 2012
AREA July 2009 - March 2011
Link Inc. Alternative January 2009 - July 2009
SuperValu April 2005 - February 2009
Trammell Crow Company March 2003 - February 2005
Best Buy 1999 - 2003
Skills
Due Diligence, Site Selection, Contract Negotiations, Vendor Relations, Budgeting, p/l development, change..., Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Customer Relations, Team Building, Customer Service, Forecasting, Procurement, Program Management, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Budgets, Facilities Management, Leadership, Strategy, Project Management, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Business Planning, Process Scheduler, Management, Construction Management, Business Development, Vendor Management, Contract Management, Account Management, Operations Management, Project Planning, Process Improvement, Sales Management, Purchasing, Sales, P&L Management, Selling, Inventory Management, Sales Operations, P&L, Training, Sales Process, Direct Sales
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1973 — 1978
bachelor of Science, Architiecture
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1973 — 1973
Inside Edge Commercial Interior Services April 2011 - Present
F O Johnsen, Inc. May 2009 - January 2012
AREA July 2009 - March 2011
Link Inc. Alternative January 2009 - July 2009
SuperValu April 2005 - February 2009
Trammell Crow Company March 2003 - February 2005
Best Buy 1999 - 2003
Skills
Due Diligence, Site Selection, Contract Negotiations, Vendor Relations, Budgeting, p/l development, change..., Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Customer Relations, Team Building, Customer Service, Forecasting, Procurement, Program Management, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Budgets, Facilities Management, Leadership, Strategy, Project Management, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Business Planning, Process Scheduler, Management, Construction Management, Business Development, Vendor Management, Contract Management, Account Management, Operations Management, Project Planning, Process Improvement, Sales Management, Purchasing, Sales, P&L Management, Selling, Inventory Management, Sales Operations, P&L, Training, Sales Process, Direct Sales
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1973 — 1978
bachelor of Science, Architiecture
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1973 — 1973
Steve Jameson Steve Jameson's Best Buy Experience September 1998 - August 2003
Job Regional Ad Director at BH Media A Berkshire Hathaway Company
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
BH Media - A Berkshire Hathaway Company July 2014 - Present
Muscatine Journal September 2010 - July 2014
Quad-City Times - Lee Enterprises January 2008 - September 2010
Gold Country Media August 2003 - January 2008
Best Buy September 1998 - August 2003
Prairie Ad-News October 2001 - April 2003
Fingerhut August 1995 - September 1998
Heartland America January 1992 - August 1995
Skills
Newspaper, Publishing, Magazines, Publications, Team Building, Copy Editing, Advertising, Layout, Newspapers, Copywriting, Direct Mail, Blogging, AP Style, Journalism
Education
Saint Ambrose University 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.9 GPA
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1992
BA, English
BH Media - A Berkshire Hathaway Company July 2014 - Present
Muscatine Journal September 2010 - July 2014
Quad-City Times - Lee Enterprises January 2008 - September 2010
Gold Country Media August 2003 - January 2008
Best Buy September 1998 - August 2003
Prairie Ad-News October 2001 - April 2003
Fingerhut August 1995 - September 1998
Heartland America January 1992 - August 1995
Skills
Newspaper, Publishing, Magazines, Publications, Team Building, Copy Editing, Advertising, Layout, Newspapers, Copywriting, Direct Mail, Blogging, AP Style, Journalism
Education
Saint Ambrose University 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.9 GPA
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1992
BA, English
Jen Brede Jen Brede's Best Buy Experience 2004 - 2005
Job Graphic Design and Production
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Prisma International July 2013 - Present
frank January 2012 - July 2013
Gartner Studios April 2011 - October 2011
Hanley Wood Marketing June 2009 - February 2011
Kerker March 2005 - February 2009
Preston Kelly 2005 - February 2009
Best Buy 2004 - 2005
Science Museum of Minnesota August 1999 - August 2004
Happyfaces 2000 - 2003
HEX Graphics, Inc 1996 - 1998
Skills
Graphic Design, Print Production, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Web Design, Website Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, InDesign, Graphics, Logo Design, Branding & Identity, Pre-press, Direct Mail, Brochures, Typography, Online Advertising, Layout, Creative Strategy, Branding, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Adobe Acrobat, Corporate Branding, Packaging, Basic HTML, CSS
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Visual Communication
Prisma International July 2013 - Present
frank January 2012 - July 2013
Gartner Studios April 2011 - October 2011
Hanley Wood Marketing June 2009 - February 2011
Kerker March 2005 - February 2009
Preston Kelly 2005 - February 2009
Best Buy 2004 - 2005
Science Museum of Minnesota August 1999 - August 2004
Happyfaces 2000 - 2003
HEX Graphics, Inc 1996 - 1998
Skills
Graphic Design, Print Production, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Web Design, Website Development, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, InDesign, Graphics, Logo Design, Branding & Identity, Pre-press, Direct Mail, Brochures, Typography, Online Advertising, Layout, Creative Strategy, Branding, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Adobe Acrobat, Corporate Branding, Packaging, Basic HTML, CSS
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Visual Communication
Karen Kaus Karen Kaus's Best Buy Experience March 1997 - January 2001
Job ConsumerCentric Leader | Design Thinking | Launching Ideas to Improve People's Lives
Industry Retail
Experience
Target August 2014 - Present
Que Tal Language Program May 2015 - Present
Target August 2012 - August 2014
Target March 2011 - August 2012
Target April 2009 - March 2011
Target Corporation March 2004 - April 2009
Target October 2001 - February 2004
Target January 2001 - September 2001
Best Buy March 1997 - January 2001
High 5 Tickets to the Arts October 1996 - March 1997
Skills
Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Merchandising, Retail, Product Development, Sourcing, Visual Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Consumer Insights, Management, Brand Management, Private Label, Customer Insight, Strategy, Leadership, Product Management
Education
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Sciences, Art History & Journalism
Target August 2014 - Present
Que Tal Language Program May 2015 - Present
Target August 2012 - August 2014
Target March 2011 - August 2012
Target April 2009 - March 2011
Target Corporation March 2004 - April 2009
Target October 2001 - February 2004
Target January 2001 - September 2001
Best Buy March 1997 - January 2001
High 5 Tickets to the Arts October 1996 - March 1997
Skills
Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Merchandising, Retail, Product Development, Sourcing, Visual Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Consumer Insights, Management, Brand Management, Private Label, Customer Insight, Strategy, Leadership, Product Management
Education
University of Minnesota
Bachelor of Sciences, Art History & Journalism
Kyle Larson's Best Buy Experience July 1999 - August 2000
Job UX, Web Design, HTML & CSS Expert.
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Emergent Software August 2015 - Present
Workfront February 2014 - August 2015
Emergent Networks March 2011 - May 2015
Milestone AV Technologies June 2007 - March 2014
TC Websites 2004 - December 2012
University of Minnesota 2001 - 2003
techies.com July 2000 - September 2001
Best Buy July 1999 - August 2000
Skills
HTML, CSS, Front-end Development, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, User Interface Design, Usability Design, Web Design, Mobile Design, Photoshop, User Experience, User Interface, SEO, User Experience Design, WordPress, Responsive Design
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Art, Interactive Design, Business, English
Minnetonka High School 1996 — 2000
Emergent Software August 2015 - Present
Workfront February 2014 - August 2015
Emergent Networks March 2011 - May 2015
Milestone AV Technologies June 2007 - March 2014
TC Websites 2004 - December 2012
University of Minnesota 2001 - 2003
techies.com July 2000 - September 2001
Best Buy July 1999 - August 2000
Skills
HTML, CSS, Front-end Development, HTML5, JavaScript, jQuery, User Interface Design, Usability Design, Web Design, Mobile Design, Photoshop, User Experience, User Interface, SEO, User Experience Design, WordPress, Responsive Design
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Art, Interactive Design, Business, English
Minnetonka High School 1996 — 2000
Lindsay Labahn Lindsay Labahn's Best Buy Experience July 2013 - January 2014
Job Sr UI / UX Designer at 3M Health Care
Industry Design
Experience
3M Health Care November 2014 - Present
Novu LLC January 2014 - October 2014
Best Buy July 2013 - January 2014
Freelance and Contract Design October 2012 - January 2014
Worrell, Inc. June 2010 - October 2012
Freelance and Contract June 2009 - June 2010
Creative Apparel Concepts, Inc June 2006 - June 2009
Art-Tech Productions, Inc. January 2005 - July 2006
University of Minnesota Department of Ophthalmology January 2003 - January 2004
Skills
User Interface Design, Interaction Design, User Experience, Design Research, Art Direction, Concept Design, Concept Development, Product Design, Photography, Layout, Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Branding & Identity, Copywriting, Advertising
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Art
Wayzata
Diploma
3M Health Care November 2014 - Present
Novu LLC January 2014 - October 2014
Best Buy July 2013 - January 2014
Freelance and Contract Design October 2012 - January 2014
Worrell, Inc. June 2010 - October 2012
Freelance and Contract June 2009 - June 2010
Creative Apparel Concepts, Inc June 2006 - June 2009
Art-Tech Productions, Inc. January 2005 - July 2006
University of Minnesota Department of Ophthalmology January 2003 - January 2004
Skills
User Interface Design, Interaction Design, User Experience, Design Research, Art Direction, Concept Design, Concept Development, Product Design, Photography, Layout, Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Branding & Identity, Copywriting, Advertising
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Art
Wayzata
Diploma
Joshua Tallen Joshua Tallen's Best Buy Experience November 1992 - December 2001
Job Software Developer at Velocity Technology Solutions
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Velocity Technology Solutions March 2014 - Present
Velocity Technology Solutions August 2011 - Present
Lawson Software September 2006 - August 2011
Winmark Corporation December 2001 - September 2006
Best Buy November 1992 - December 2001
Skills
Service-Now, ERP, Lawson System Foundation, Perl, Python, Troubleshooting, Integration, Security, Analysis, Websphere, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Software
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1993 — 1995
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1993
Velocity Technology Solutions March 2014 - Present
Velocity Technology Solutions August 2011 - Present
Lawson Software September 2006 - August 2011
Winmark Corporation December 2001 - September 2006
Best Buy November 1992 - December 2001
Skills
Service-Now, ERP, Lawson System Foundation, Perl, Python, Troubleshooting, Integration, Security, Analysis, Websphere, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Software
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1993 — 1995
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1993
Lynn Strege Lynn Strege's Best Buy Experience June 2015 - Present
Job Workforce Administration Coordinator, HR Employee Services at Best Buy
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Best Buy June 2015 - Present
Best Buy July 2014 - May 2015
Best Buy May 2012 - July 2014
Best Buy May 2006 - July 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Inventory Management, Time Management, Training, Sales, Leadership, Recruiting, Customer Satisfaction, Hiring, Employee Relations
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2005
BA, Sociology
Best Buy June 2015 - Present
Best Buy July 2014 - May 2015
Best Buy May 2012 - July 2014
Best Buy May 2006 - July 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Inventory Management, Time Management, Training, Sales, Leadership, Recruiting, Customer Satisfaction, Hiring, Employee Relations
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2005
BA, Sociology
Brian Golberg Brian Golberg's Best Buy Experience January 1998 - December 2000
Job Owner, Golberg Construction Services
Industry Construction
Experience
Golberg Construction Services PMSimon Property Group2006 - 2008
Best Buy January 1998 - December 2000
Target 1979 - 1999
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1974 — 1977
Bachelor, Civil Engineering
Golberg Construction Services PMSimon Property Group2006 - 2008
Best Buy January 1998 - December 2000
Target 1979 - 1999
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1974 — 1977
Bachelor, Civil Engineering
Saado Abboud Saado Abboud's Best Buy Experience July 2003 - September 2007
Job Principal, Keystone Compensation Group LLC
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Keystone Compensation Group January 2010 - Present
WorldatWork January 2011 - December 2013
Twin Cities Compensation Network January 2012 - December 2012
TCCN Board January 2010 - January 2011
Stanton Group September 2007 - November 2009
Best Buy July 2003 - September 2007
Stanton Group March 1990 - July 2003
Stanton Group January 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Executive Pay, Incentive Programs, Job Evaluation, Human Resources, Compensation Structures, Consulting, Talent Management, Compensation & Benefit, Public Sector Consulting, Leadership, Salary, Benchmarking and Market..., Market Pricing, Incentives, Job Analysis, Performance Management, Market Research, Analysis, Benchmarking, Sales Compensation, Program Management, Training, HRIS, HR Policies, Business Strategy, Program Design, Compensation
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 1996 — 2001
MBA, Corporate Finance
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1983 — 1989
Ph.D., Quantitative Analysis
Keystone Compensation Group January 2010 - Present
WorldatWork January 2011 - December 2013
Twin Cities Compensation Network January 2012 - December 2012
TCCN Board January 2010 - January 2011
Stanton Group September 2007 - November 2009
Best Buy July 2003 - September 2007
Stanton Group March 1990 - July 2003
Stanton Group January 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Executive Pay, Incentive Programs, Job Evaluation, Human Resources, Compensation Structures, Consulting, Talent Management, Compensation & Benefit, Public Sector Consulting, Leadership, Salary, Benchmarking and Market..., Market Pricing, Incentives, Job Analysis, Performance Management, Market Research, Analysis, Benchmarking, Sales Compensation, Program Management, Training, HRIS, HR Policies, Business Strategy, Program Design, Compensation
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 1996 — 2001
MBA, Corporate Finance
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1983 — 1989
Ph.D., Quantitative Analysis
Richard Haupert Richard Haupert's Best Buy Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Junior Scientist at University of Minnesota
Industry Research
Experience
University of Minnesota October 2014 - Present
Best Buy September 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota February 2012 - July 2014
Fourteen Foods July 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, DNA sequencing, DNA electrophoresis, DNA replication, DNA ligation, PCR, PCR primer design, Vector Cloning, Cloning, Yeast two-hybrid, Western Blotting, Aseptic Technique, Pipetting, Bacterial Transformation, Western analysis
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology
University of Minnesota October 2014 - Present
Best Buy September 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota February 2012 - July 2014
Fourteen Foods July 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, DNA sequencing, DNA electrophoresis, DNA replication, DNA ligation, PCR, PCR primer design, Vector Cloning, Cloning, Yeast two-hybrid, Western Blotting, Aseptic Technique, Pipetting, Bacterial Transformation, Western analysis
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology
Jon Berg CFI, LPC Jon Berg CFI, LPC's Best Buy Experience May 2014 - Present
Job Market Asset Protection Sr Manager at Best Buy
Industry Consumer Electronics
Experience
Best Buy May 2014 - Present
Best Buy March 2009 - May 2014
Best Buy September 2008 - March 2009
Best Buy March 2006 - September 2008
Best Buy February 2003 - March 2006
Best Buy March 1999 - March 2003
Best Buy November 1993 - March 1999
Skills
Asset Protection, Loss Prevention, CFI, Safety Compliance, Change Management, Process Improvement, SOP development, Ethics, Big Box, Shrinkage, Retail, Store Management, Strategy, Internal Investigations, Investigations, Shrink Control, People Development, Inventory Management, P, Inventory Control, Leadership, Profit
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1990 — 1993
Political Science and Government
Best Buy May 2014 - Present
Best Buy March 2009 - May 2014
Best Buy September 2008 - March 2009
Best Buy March 2006 - September 2008
Best Buy February 2003 - March 2006
Best Buy March 1999 - March 2003
Best Buy November 1993 - March 1999
Skills
Asset Protection, Loss Prevention, CFI, Safety Compliance, Change Management, Process Improvement, SOP development, Ethics, Big Box, Shrinkage, Retail, Store Management, Strategy, Internal Investigations, Investigations, Shrink Control, People Development, Inventory Management, P, Inventory Control, Leadership, Profit
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1990 — 1993
Political Science and Government
Rebecca Steinke Rebecca Steinke's Best Buy Experience November 2009 - January 2010
Job Student at University of MinnesotaTwin Cities
Industry Leisure, Travel & Tourism
Experience
Al Vento November 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota July 2013 - April 2015
GMHC June 2014 - August 2014
Elizabeth Residence November 2010 - June 2011
Snowstar Snowsports School October 2008 - March 2010
Best Buy November 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Research, Laboratory Skills, Leadership, Teamwork, Customer Service, Healthcare, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Windows, English
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Biology, Leadership
South Milwaukee High School 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma
Al Vento November 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota July 2013 - April 2015
GMHC June 2014 - August 2014
Elizabeth Residence November 2010 - June 2011
Snowstar Snowsports School October 2008 - March 2010
Best Buy November 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Research, Laboratory Skills, Leadership, Teamwork, Customer Service, Healthcare, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Windows, English
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Biology, Leadership
South Milwaukee High School 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma
Wendy Ruggiero's Best Buy Experience October 2012 - Present
Job ECommerce Specialist at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy October 2012 - Present
Best Buy October 2007 - October 2012
Skills
Multi-channel Retail, Analytics, Data Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Retail
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Retailing and Retail Operations
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor's degree
Best Buy October 2012 - Present
Best Buy October 2007 - October 2012
Skills
Multi-channel Retail, Analytics, Data Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Retail
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Retailing and Retail Operations
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor's degree
Mark Bennett Mark Bennett's Best Buy Experience 2004 - 2005
Job CEO and Founder at microgigantic
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Microgigantic June 2012 - Present
Target February 2005 - June 2012
Best Buy 2004 - 2005
Peterson Milla Hooks (PMH) 2003 - 2004
Event Think 2002 - 2003
Kick Media December 1999 - September 2001
Self-employed January 1990 - December 1999
Skills
Production, Broadcast, Digital Signage, Media Production, Video, Event Management, Maintaining Strong..., Film, Commercials, Video Production, Film Production, Digital Media, Producing, Integrated Marketing, Creative Strategy, Documentaries, Post Production, Advertising, Entertainment, Marketing, New Media, Art Direction, Television, Social Media, Interactive Marketing, Management, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Digital Strategy, Strategy, Content Strategy, Brand Management, Creative Direction, Video Editing, Storytelling, Editorial, Multimedia
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1990
Speech Communications
Wayzata High School 1983 — 1985
college prep
Microgigantic June 2012 - Present
Target February 2005 - June 2012
Best Buy 2004 - 2005
Peterson Milla Hooks (PMH) 2003 - 2004
Event Think 2002 - 2003
Kick Media December 1999 - September 2001
Self-employed January 1990 - December 1999
Skills
Production, Broadcast, Digital Signage, Media Production, Video, Event Management, Maintaining Strong..., Film, Commercials, Video Production, Film Production, Digital Media, Producing, Integrated Marketing, Creative Strategy, Documentaries, Post Production, Advertising, Entertainment, Marketing, New Media, Art Direction, Television, Social Media, Interactive Marketing, Management, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Digital Strategy, Strategy, Content Strategy, Brand Management, Creative Direction, Video Editing, Storytelling, Editorial, Multimedia
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1990
Speech Communications
Wayzata High School 1983 — 1985
college prep
Erin Lueder Erin Lueder's Best Buy Experience January 2014 - Present
Job Life Cycle Inventory Analyst Cellular Sales
Industry Logistics and Supply Chain
Experience
Cellular Sales August 2015 - Present
Best Buy January 2014 - Present
Best Buy April 2015 - July 2015
The Hershey Company April 2013 - February 2014
University of Minnesota September 2011 - May 2013
FedEx Freight May 2012 - September 2012
Archangel May 2011 - September 2011
Brookfield Central Girls Basketball Club May 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Outlook, Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Access, Market Research, Teamwork, People Skills
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Cellular Sales August 2015 - Present
Best Buy January 2014 - Present
Best Buy April 2015 - July 2015
The Hershey Company April 2013 - February 2014
University of Minnesota September 2011 - May 2013
FedEx Freight May 2012 - September 2012
Archangel May 2011 - September 2011
Brookfield Central Girls Basketball Club May 2011 - September 2011
Skills
Outlook, Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Access, Market Research, Teamwork, People Skills
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Sarah Zambrano Sarah Zambrano's Best Buy Experience August 2011 - Present
Job ECC Social Media Community Connector at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy August 2011 - Present
Best Buy July 2007 - November 2011
Best Buy April 2005 - July 2007
Skills
Retail, Customer Service
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2003 — 2007
BA, Spanish and Global Studies
Best Buy August 2011 - Present
Best Buy July 2007 - November 2011
Best Buy April 2005 - July 2007
Skills
Retail, Customer Service
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2003 — 2007
BA, Spanish and Global Studies
Tara Estee's Best Buy Experience October 2006 - Present
Job Senior Copy Editor at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy October 2006 - Present
Sagebrush Corporation 2001 - 2006
Sagebrush Corporation (formerly Winnebago Software) 1998 - 2001
Skills
Copy Editing, Content Management, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Editing, Social Media, Direct Mail, Newsletters, Catalogs, Internal Communications, Technical Writing, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Publishing, SEO, Proofreading
Education
Wisconsin in Scotland Program - through UW-La Crosse 1997 — 1997
Advertising, Advertising, Marketing, Business
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 1994 — 1996
B.A. in English, Marketing, Communications, English
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1994
English, Journalism
Best Buy October 2006 - Present
Sagebrush Corporation 2001 - 2006
Sagebrush Corporation (formerly Winnebago Software) 1998 - 2001
Skills
Copy Editing, Content Management, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Editing, Social Media, Direct Mail, Newsletters, Catalogs, Internal Communications, Technical Writing, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Publishing, SEO, Proofreading
Education
Wisconsin in Scotland Program - through UW-La Crosse 1997 — 1997
Advertising, Advertising, Marketing, Business
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 1994 — 1996
B.A. in English, Marketing, Communications, English
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1994
English, Journalism
Kyle Palzer Kyle Palzer's Best Buy Experience November 2011 - September 2012
Job Architectural Intern at Kodet Architectural Group
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Kodet Architectural Group, Ltd. April 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota September 2014 - May 2015
Church of the Epiphany December 2014 - February 2015
Rick Harrison Site Design Studio - Rick Harrison May 2014 - September 2014
Northern Star Council, Boy Scouts of America July 2013 - September 2013
The Home Depot June 2013 - September 2013
Best Buy November 2011 - September 2012
Best Buy May 2011 - October 2011
Skills
Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Graphic Design, SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Facebook, InDesign, Illustrator, Customer Service
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Architecture
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Architecture
Coon Rapids High School 2006 — 2010
Kodet Architectural Group, Ltd. April 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota September 2014 - May 2015
Church of the Epiphany December 2014 - February 2015
Rick Harrison Site Design Studio - Rick Harrison May 2014 - September 2014
Northern Star Council, Boy Scouts of America July 2013 - September 2013
The Home Depot June 2013 - September 2013
Best Buy November 2011 - September 2012
Best Buy May 2011 - October 2011
Skills
Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Graphic Design, SketchUp, Revit, AutoCAD, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Social Media Marketing, Web Design, Facebook, InDesign, Illustrator, Customer Service
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Architecture
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Architecture
Coon Rapids High School 2006 — 2010
Katy Huang's Best Buy Experience April 2010 - May 2012
Job Learning Services Intern at Xcel Energy
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Xcel Energy July 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota May 2013 - Present
vRad (Virtual Radiologic) February 2015 - May 2015
London Marriott Hotel Marble Arch July 2014 - August 2014
Best Buy April 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Human Resources, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Sales, Retail, Time Management, Data Entry, Recruiting, Outlook, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Teamwork, Training, PowerPoint
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2012 — 2016
Human Resources Development and Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Xcel Energy July 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota May 2013 - Present
vRad (Virtual Radiologic) February 2015 - May 2015
London Marriott Hotel Marble Arch July 2014 - August 2014
Best Buy April 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Human Resources, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Sales, Retail, Time Management, Data Entry, Recruiting, Outlook, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Teamwork, Training, PowerPoint
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2012 — 2016
Human Resources Development and Industrial & Organizational Psychology
Christine Hein Christine Hein's Best Buy Experience November 2009 - April 2012
Job Online Merchandising The Home Depot
Industry Retail
Experience
The Home Depot April 2012 - Present
Best Buy November 2009 - April 2012
Best Buy September 2008 - November 2009
Best Buy June 2004 - September 2008
Best Buy June 2002 - June 2004
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Online Marketing, Financial Analysis, Merchandising, Online Merchandising, Vendor Management, Promotion Planning, Digital Marketing, Buying, Assortment, Trend Research, Strategic Planning, Trend Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Retail, Forecasting, Strategy, Management, Negotiation, Marketing, Advertising, Multi-channel Retail, Trend, Planograms, E-commerce, P&L Management, Product Development, Leadership, P&L, Inventory Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Retail/Fashion Merch and Marketing
Prescott High 1994 — 1998
The Home Depot April 2012 - Present
Best Buy November 2009 - April 2012
Best Buy September 2008 - November 2009
Best Buy June 2004 - September 2008
Best Buy June 2002 - June 2004
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Online Marketing, Financial Analysis, Merchandising, Online Merchandising, Vendor Management, Promotion Planning, Digital Marketing, Buying, Assortment, Trend Research, Strategic Planning, Trend Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Retail, Forecasting, Strategy, Management, Negotiation, Marketing, Advertising, Multi-channel Retail, Trend, Planograms, E-commerce, P&L Management, Product Development, Leadership, P&L, Inventory Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Retail/Fashion Merch and Marketing
Prescott High 1994 — 1998
Jonathan Nutzmann Jonathan Nutzmann's Best Buy Experience November 2006 - May 2008
Job Hardware Engineer at Google[x]
Industry Electrical/Electronic Manufacturing
Experience
Google May 2015 - Present
Graco 2011 - May 2015
University of Minnesota September 2010 - July 2011
Thomson Reuters May 2009 - September 2010
Thomson Reuters June 2008 - August 2008
Best Buy November 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Java, Engineering, C, Testing, XML, Python, Solidworks, C#, Matlab, Altium Designer, Microchip, PTC Pro/Engineer, Motor Control, Electric Motors, PCB design, NI LabVIEW, RTOS, HTML, Schematic Capture, Surge Protection, PHP, ASP.NET, CAD, SPICE, Simulink, SQL, JavaScript, Power Electronics Design, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Development, Labview, Altium, Embedded Systems, PCB Design, LabVIEW, PTC Creo, SolidWorks
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Electrical Engineering
Google May 2015 - Present
Graco 2011 - May 2015
University of Minnesota September 2010 - July 2011
Thomson Reuters May 2009 - September 2010
Thomson Reuters June 2008 - August 2008
Best Buy November 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Java, Engineering, C, Testing, XML, Python, Solidworks, C#, Matlab, Altium Designer, Microchip, PTC Pro/Engineer, Motor Control, Electric Motors, PCB design, NI LabVIEW, RTOS, HTML, Schematic Capture, Surge Protection, PHP, ASP.NET, CAD, SPICE, Simulink, SQL, JavaScript, Power Electronics Design, Electrical Engineering, Hardware Development, Labview, Altium, Embedded Systems, PCB Design, LabVIEW, PTC Creo, SolidWorks
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Electrical Engineering
Eric Randt Eric Randt's Best Buy Experience February 2010 - March 2011
Job Purchasing/Marketing Manager at InFocus Systems
Industry Consumer Electronics
Experience
In-Focus Systems October 2014 - Present
AVAD LLC July 2012 - October 2014
CenturyLink March 2011 - June 2012
Best Buy February 2010 - March 2011
Ultimate Electronics November 2008 - February 2010
Best Buy May 2003 - November 2008
Skills
Sales Management, Selling, Supplier Negotiation, Sales, Leadership, Purchasing, Project Management, Vendor Management, Consumer Electronics, Business Development, Sales Process, Management, Performance Management, Team Leadership, Cold Calling, Training, Account Management, Salesforce.com, Business Analysis, Major Accounts, Key Account Management, Store Management, Retail, Business Expansion, Team Building, Home Theater, System Design, Home Automation, Consultative Selling, Coaching, Building Relationships
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2001 — 2003
In-Focus Systems October 2014 - Present
AVAD LLC July 2012 - October 2014
CenturyLink March 2011 - June 2012
Best Buy February 2010 - March 2011
Ultimate Electronics November 2008 - February 2010
Best Buy May 2003 - November 2008
Skills
Sales Management, Selling, Supplier Negotiation, Sales, Leadership, Purchasing, Project Management, Vendor Management, Consumer Electronics, Business Development, Sales Process, Management, Performance Management, Team Leadership, Cold Calling, Training, Account Management, Salesforce.com, Business Analysis, Major Accounts, Key Account Management, Store Management, Retail, Business Expansion, Team Building, Home Theater, System Design, Home Automation, Consultative Selling, Coaching, Building Relationships
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2001 — 2003
Jonathan Breher Jonathan Breher's Best Buy Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Merchant at Best Buy
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Best Buy August 2015 - Present
Best Buy June 2012 - August 2015
Receivables Control Corporation February 2012 - June 2012
World Endeavors January 2012 - June 2012
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Economics
Best Buy August 2015 - Present
Best Buy June 2012 - August 2015
Receivables Control Corporation February 2012 - June 2012
World Endeavors January 2012 - June 2012
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Economics
Sam Kitzmann Sam Kitzmann's Best Buy Experience September 2007 - May 2012
Job Personal Trainer at LA Fitness
Industry Retail
Experience
LA Fitness October 2010 - Present
Target May 2012 - June 2013
Best Buy September 2007 - May 2012
Target June 2005 - September 2007
Skills
-8 years of Mgmt and..., -Computer Skills, -Sales Experience and..., Customer Service, Fitness, Management, Profit, Strength Training, Fitness Training, Personal Training, Sales, Leadership, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, Weight Training, Customer Experience, Healthcare, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Employee Training, Retail Sales, Retail, Sports Nutrition, Wellness, Group Training, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Sports, Loss Prevention, Cashiering, Direct Sales, Leadership Development, Recruiting, Microsoft Word, First Aid, Sales Process, Wellness Coaching, Store Management, Nutritional Counseling, Health Promotion, Cold Calling, Athletic Training, AED, Team Building, Athletics, Training, Time Management, Cpr Certified, Coaching, Finance
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Kinesiology and Exercise Science
LA Fitness October 2010 - Present
Target May 2012 - June 2013
Best Buy September 2007 - May 2012
Target June 2005 - September 2007
Skills
-8 years of Mgmt and..., -Computer Skills, -Sales Experience and..., Customer Service, Fitness, Management, Profit, Strength Training, Fitness Training, Personal Training, Sales, Leadership, Exercise Physiology, Nutrition, Weight Training, Customer Experience, Healthcare, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Employee Training, Retail Sales, Retail, Sports Nutrition, Wellness, Group Training, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Sports, Loss Prevention, Cashiering, Direct Sales, Leadership Development, Recruiting, Microsoft Word, First Aid, Sales Process, Wellness Coaching, Store Management, Nutritional Counseling, Health Promotion, Cold Calling, Athletic Training, AED, Team Building, Athletics, Training, Time Management, Cpr Certified, Coaching, Finance
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Tom Erkfitz Tom Erkfitz's Best Buy Experience May 2004 - May 2012
Job Digital Account Executive
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Quigley-Simpson March 2015 - Present
Ad Relief of Greater Los Angeles April 2013 - Present
OutThink Partners October 2014 - February 2015
Sensis September 2013 - August 2014
Sensis September 2012 - September 2013
Fatelink Productions May 2012 - July 2012
Best Buy May 2004 - May 2012
ESPN October 2010 - January 2011
Mayer May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Account Management, SEO, Spanish, HTML, Client Presentation, Google Analytics, Drupal, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Market Research, Event Planning, Hootsuite, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Facebook, Digital Media, OS X, Strategic Communications, Campaign Management, Digital Strategy
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish
Fundación Ortega y Gasset (Toledo, Spain) 2006 — 2006
Study Abroad Program
Quigley-Simpson March 2015 - Present
Ad Relief of Greater Los Angeles April 2013 - Present
OutThink Partners October 2014 - February 2015
Sensis September 2013 - August 2014
Sensis September 2012 - September 2013
Fatelink Productions May 2012 - July 2012
Best Buy May 2004 - May 2012
ESPN October 2010 - January 2011
Mayer May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Account Management, SEO, Spanish, HTML, Client Presentation, Google Analytics, Drupal, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Market Research, Event Planning, Hootsuite, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Facebook, Digital Media, OS X, Strategic Communications, Campaign Management, Digital Strategy
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Advertising
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish
Fundación Ortega y Gasset (Toledo, Spain) 2006 — 2006
Study Abroad Program
Tony Shanks Tony Shanks's Best Buy Experience September 1999 - July 2006
Job Product Manager, Category Management at JDA Software
Industry Computer Software
Experience
JDA Software March 2015 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2012 - February 2015
JDA Software November 2006 - February 2012
Accenture July 2004 - November 2006
Best Buy September 1999 - July 2006
Skills
Software Engineering, Software Development, Software Design, Oracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic, Visual C#, .NET, Solution Architecture
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1975 — 1977
JDA Software March 2015 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2012 - February 2015
JDA Software November 2006 - February 2012
Accenture July 2004 - November 2006
Best Buy September 1999 - July 2006
Skills
Software Engineering, Software Development, Software Design, Oracle Database, Microsoft SQL Server, Visual Basic, Visual C#, .NET, Solution Architecture
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1975 — 1977
Hillary Neary Hillary Neary's Best Buy Experience May 2009 - September 2009
Job Housing and Redevelopment Authority at City of Bloomington, MN
Industry Media Production
Experience
City of Bloomington, MN April 2015 - Present
StuartCo July 2014 - April 2015
CTV North Suburbs July 2012 - July 2014
Oak Grove Towers May 2011 - June 2014
Hennepin Theatre Trust March 2014 - May 2014
Office of Governor Mark Dayton October 2013 - April 2014
Keith Ellison for Congress September 2012 - November 2012
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire December 2010 - May 2011
Best Buy May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Broadcast Television, Positive Can-do Attitude, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Politics, Film, Film Production, Script Coverage, Script Editing, Teleprompter Operation, HD Camera Operation, Studio Camera Operation, Television Studio..., TV News Production, Phone Coverage, Email distribution, Meeting Scheduling, Executive..., High Level Of..., High level of..., Dependable Team Player, Superior Work Ethic, Superior Communications..., Well-organized, Handle Multiple Projects, Work in A Fast-paced..., Handle Confidential..., Tactfulness, Outstanding people..., Outstanding time..., Skilled Multi-tasker, Selling Skills, Leasing, Resident Relations, Rent Collection, Commercial Leasing, File Management, Team Leadership, Media Studies, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Media Monitoring, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Sales, Time Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Studies in Cinema and Media Culture
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2010 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Acting
City of Bloomington, MN April 2015 - Present
StuartCo July 2014 - April 2015
CTV North Suburbs July 2012 - July 2014
Oak Grove Towers May 2011 - June 2014
Hennepin Theatre Trust March 2014 - May 2014
Office of Governor Mark Dayton October 2013 - April 2014
Keith Ellison for Congress September 2012 - November 2012
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire December 2010 - May 2011
Best Buy May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Broadcast Television, Positive Can-do Attitude, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Politics, Film, Film Production, Script Coverage, Script Editing, Teleprompter Operation, HD Camera Operation, Studio Camera Operation, Television Studio..., TV News Production, Phone Coverage, Email distribution, Meeting Scheduling, Executive..., High Level Of..., High level of..., Dependable Team Player, Superior Work Ethic, Superior Communications..., Well-organized, Handle Multiple Projects, Work in A Fast-paced..., Handle Confidential..., Tactfulness, Outstanding people..., Outstanding time..., Skilled Multi-tasker, Selling Skills, Leasing, Resident Relations, Rent Collection, Commercial Leasing, File Management, Team Leadership, Media Studies, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Media Monitoring, Community Outreach, Media Relations, Sales, Time Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Studies in Cinema and Media Culture
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2010 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Acting
Sara Gavin Sara Gavin's Best Buy Experience August 2015 - Present
Job Merchant Analyst Laptops at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy August 2015 - Present
Best Buy February 2014 - August 2015
Nike November 2012 - April 2014
Christopher & Banks August 2013 - January 2014
Christopher & Banks June 2013 - August 2013
Caribou Coffee July 2007 - May 2013
Marc Cain Showroom May 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Textiles, Spanish, Critical Thinking, Analytics, Apparel, Customer Service, Social Networking, Organization, Strategic Planning, ProClarity, Social Media, Problem Solving, Close Attention to..., Efficiency, Multi Tasking, Positivity, Communication Skills, Computer/Technical..., Outstanding time..., Retail Math, Multi-channel Retail, Marketing, Leadership, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Retail Merchandising
Capa International Education Program- London, UK 2012 — 2012
International Business
Fundacion de Jose Ortega y Gasset- Toledo, Spain 2011 — 2011
Spanish Studies
University of Minnesota 2009 — 2013
Minor, Spanish Studies
Eagan High School 2005 — 2009
Best Buy August 2015 - Present
Best Buy February 2014 - August 2015
Nike November 2012 - April 2014
Christopher & Banks August 2013 - January 2014
Christopher & Banks June 2013 - August 2013
Caribou Coffee July 2007 - May 2013
Marc Cain Showroom May 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Textiles, Spanish, Critical Thinking, Analytics, Apparel, Customer Service, Social Networking, Organization, Strategic Planning, ProClarity, Social Media, Problem Solving, Close Attention to..., Efficiency, Multi Tasking, Positivity, Communication Skills, Computer/Technical..., Outstanding time..., Retail Math, Multi-channel Retail, Marketing, Leadership, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science, Retail Merchandising
Capa International Education Program- London, UK 2012 — 2012
International Business
Fundacion de Jose Ortega y Gasset- Toledo, Spain 2011 — 2011
Spanish Studies
University of Minnesota 2009 — 2013
Minor, Spanish Studies
Eagan High School 2005 — 2009
Nate Armagost Nate Armagost's Best Buy Experience March 2010 - August 2012
Job UI Engineer via The Latitude Group
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
The Latitude Group April 2014 - Present
HealthPartners October 2013 - March 2014
U.S. Bank August 2012 - September 2013
Best Buy March 2010 - August 2012
Best Buy January 2007 - March 2010
Direct by Owner June 2004 - January 2007
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage July 2003 - June 2004
Skills
JavaScript, Backbone.js, Node.js, RequireJS, Marionette.js, AngularJS, Grunt, Bootstrap, jQuery, HTML 5, CSS3, JSON, Kendo UI, CSS, Front-end, XHTML, Web Development, HTML, AJAX, Git, Subversion, jQuery UI, Agile Methodologies, E-commerce, SASS, WordPress, Test Driven Development, DOM Scripting, Accessibility, Cross-browser..., Unobtrusive Javascript, Microformats, Semantic Web, PhoneGap, HTML5
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Information Networking
The Latitude Group April 2014 - Present
HealthPartners October 2013 - March 2014
U.S. Bank August 2012 - September 2013
Best Buy March 2010 - August 2012
Best Buy January 2007 - March 2010
Direct by Owner June 2004 - January 2007
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage July 2003 - June 2004
Skills
JavaScript, Backbone.js, Node.js, RequireJS, Marionette.js, AngularJS, Grunt, Bootstrap, jQuery, HTML 5, CSS3, JSON, Kendo UI, CSS, Front-end, XHTML, Web Development, HTML, AJAX, Git, Subversion, jQuery UI, Agile Methodologies, E-commerce, SASS, WordPress, Test Driven Development, DOM Scripting, Accessibility, Cross-browser..., Unobtrusive Javascript, Microformats, Semantic Web, PhoneGap, HTML5
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Information Networking
Kris Hokanson Kris Hokanson's Best Buy Experience July 2011 - April 2012
Job Software Developer
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Vocabra January 2014 - Present
ROL Consulting, LLC January 2013 - Present
Agosto February 2012 - Present
Directives by Design, Inc. May 2011 - Present
Laketown Consulting, LLC September 2007 - December 2012
Best Buy July 2011 - April 2012
JWT Minneapolis May 2011 - July 2011
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis August 2010 - July 2011
Carol Corp. November 2010 - March 2011
JWT Minneapolis January 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Google App Engine, Python, Agile Methodologies, Software Development, TDD, Java, REST, SQL, Web Services, JavaScript, JUnit, Unix, SOA, IntelliJ IDEA, Mac OS/X, Web Applications, MySQL, XML, Web Development, HTML, AJAX, CSS
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1984 — 1989
B.I.S., Computer Science/Math/Business
Vocabra January 2014 - Present
ROL Consulting, LLC January 2013 - Present
Agosto February 2012 - Present
Directives by Design, Inc. May 2011 - Present
Laketown Consulting, LLC September 2007 - December 2012
Best Buy July 2011 - April 2012
JWT Minneapolis May 2011 - July 2011
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis August 2010 - July 2011
Carol Corp. November 2010 - March 2011
JWT Minneapolis January 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Google App Engine, Python, Agile Methodologies, Software Development, TDD, Java, REST, SQL, Web Services, JavaScript, JUnit, Unix, SOA, IntelliJ IDEA, Mac OS/X, Web Applications, MySQL, XML, Web Development, HTML, AJAX, CSS
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1984 — 1989
B.I.S., Computer Science/Math/Business
DEBRA ELLIOTT's Best Buy Experience May 2000 - May 2007
Job Contract ISD @ Ecolab | Workday rollout
Industry Professional Training & Coaching
Experience
Three Bridge -- Ecolab June 2015 - August 2015
Apex Systems -- 3M October 2014 - February 2015
Apex Systems -- Optum Health July 2014 - August 2014
Capella Education Company December 2012 - March 2014
State of Minnesota April 2010 - June 2012
M. A. Mortenson Construction May 2007 - September 2009
Best Buy May 2000 - May 2007
Allianz Life January 1994 - May 2000
Various January 1990 - December 1993
Arthur Andersen May 1987 - December 1989
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Editing, Stand-up Training, Instructional Design, Project Management, Training Needs Analysis, E-Learning, Lectora, Captivate, Proofreading, Oracle User..., Oracle Discoverer, Oracle Tutor, PeopleSoft Financial, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, Crystal Reports, OBIEE Training, Writing, Template Creation, Instructional Manuals, Instructional Skills, ADDIE, Job Aids, Lotus Notes, Cognos, Presentation Coaching, Written & Oral..., Persuasive Presentation..., Myers-Briggs Certified, DISC, Strong Interest..., Career Development, Career Development..., Software Documentation, Learning Management..., Interviews, Organizational..., Leadership, Team Building, Onboarding
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1987
Masters in Education, Human Resources Development
University of Northern Iowa 1977 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Three Bridge -- Ecolab June 2015 - August 2015
Apex Systems -- 3M October 2014 - February 2015
Apex Systems -- Optum Health July 2014 - August 2014
Capella Education Company December 2012 - March 2014
State of Minnesota April 2010 - June 2012
M. A. Mortenson Construction May 2007 - September 2009
Best Buy May 2000 - May 2007
Allianz Life January 1994 - May 2000
Various January 1990 - December 1993
Arthur Andersen May 1987 - December 1989
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Editing, Stand-up Training, Instructional Design, Project Management, Training Needs Analysis, E-Learning, Lectora, Captivate, Proofreading, Oracle User..., Oracle Discoverer, Oracle Tutor, PeopleSoft Financial, Technical Writing, Creative Writing, Crystal Reports, OBIEE Training, Writing, Template Creation, Instructional Manuals, Instructional Skills, ADDIE, Job Aids, Lotus Notes, Cognos, Presentation Coaching, Written & Oral..., Persuasive Presentation..., Myers-Briggs Certified, DISC, Strong Interest..., Career Development, Career Development..., Software Documentation, Learning Management..., Interviews, Organizational..., Leadership, Team Building, Onboarding
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1987
Masters in Education, Human Resources Development
University of Northern Iowa 1977 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Paul Welvang Paul Welvang's Best Buy Experience September 2009 - Present
Job Marketing and ECC at Best Buy
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Best Buy September 2009 - Present
Compatible Technology International March 2009 - September 2009
Microfinance Alliance May 2008 - January 2009
Leaflet Missal Co. 1994 - 2006
Fingerhut Companies 1991 - 1994
Skills
Strategic Planning, Strategy, Program Management, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Marketing, Management, Copywriting, CRM, Team Building, List Selection, Response Analysis, Email Marketing, Email Strategy, Email Analytics, P&L Management, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Proposal Writing, Analytics, Market Research, Customer Acquisition, Multi-channel Marketing, Marketing Communications, E-commerce, Cross-functional Team..., Segmentation, Integrated Marketing, Database Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Interactive Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Web Analytics, Online Marketing, Product Marketing, Customer Insight, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Research, Direct Mail
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2009
Master of Public Affairs, Economic Development
University of Saint Thomas
BA in Finance, German
Best Buy September 2009 - Present
Compatible Technology International March 2009 - September 2009
Microfinance Alliance May 2008 - January 2009
Leaflet Missal Co. 1994 - 2006
Fingerhut Companies 1991 - 1994
Skills
Strategic Planning, Strategy, Program Management, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Marketing, Management, Copywriting, CRM, Team Building, List Selection, Response Analysis, Email Marketing, Email Strategy, Email Analytics, P&L Management, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Proposal Writing, Analytics, Market Research, Customer Acquisition, Multi-channel Marketing, Marketing Communications, E-commerce, Cross-functional Team..., Segmentation, Integrated Marketing, Database Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Interactive Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Web Analytics, Online Marketing, Product Marketing, Customer Insight, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Research, Direct Mail
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2009
Master of Public Affairs, Economic Development
University of Saint Thomas
BA in Finance, German
Christopher Thaemert Christopher Thaemert's Best Buy Experience August 2012 - August 2013
Job Project Manager Store Design | Marketing | Brand Identity
Industry Design
Experience
MBD September 2014 - Present
Best Buy August 2012 - August 2013
GENERAL MILLS, INC January 2008 - September 2012
MENASHA PACKAGING, INC 2007 - 2008
TOM BLANCK ARCHITECTS 2006 - 2007
Bowne Global Solutions 2003 - 2006
Bowne Global Solutions 2000 - 2003
Skills
Project Planning, Operations Management, Product Development, Proposal Writing, Quote, Project Management, Job Costing, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Account Management, Packaging, Marketing, Advertising, Cross-functional Team...
Education
VESPER COLLEGE 2007 — 2009
MA Eco, Architecture
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1998
BA, Communications
MBD September 2014 - Present
Best Buy August 2012 - August 2013
GENERAL MILLS, INC January 2008 - September 2012
MENASHA PACKAGING, INC 2007 - 2008
TOM BLANCK ARCHITECTS 2006 - 2007
Bowne Global Solutions 2003 - 2006
Bowne Global Solutions 2000 - 2003
Skills
Project Planning, Operations Management, Product Development, Proposal Writing, Quote, Project Management, Job Costing, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Account Management, Packaging, Marketing, Advertising, Cross-functional Team...
Education
VESPER COLLEGE 2007 — 2009
MA Eco, Architecture
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1998
BA, Communications
Chris Love Chris Love's Best Buy Experience May 2012 - May 2014
Job Bar Manager at Blarney Pub & Grill
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Blarney Pub & Grill August 2015 - Present
Blarney Pub & Grill April 2012 - Present
State Farm June 2013 - October 2014
Best Buy May 2012 - May 2014
Love Consulting January 2010 - November 2012
AgriBank, FCB September 2010 - May 2011
CFANS Student Board May 2010 - May 2011
Minnesota FFA December 2007 - September 2010
F & F In-Store Services May 2008 - June 2010
Alpha Gamma Rho, Lambda Chapter December 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Internal Communications, Leadership Development, Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2011
B.S., Agricultural Education, Ag Leadership and Communication
Jackson County Central High School 2004 — 2007
Blarney Pub & Grill August 2015 - Present
Blarney Pub & Grill April 2012 - Present
State Farm June 2013 - October 2014
Best Buy May 2012 - May 2014
Love Consulting January 2010 - November 2012
AgriBank, FCB September 2010 - May 2011
CFANS Student Board May 2010 - May 2011
Minnesota FFA December 2007 - September 2010
F & F In-Store Services May 2008 - June 2010
Alpha Gamma Rho, Lambda Chapter December 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Internal Communications, Leadership Development, Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2011
B.S., Agricultural Education, Ag Leadership and Communication
Jackson County Central High School 2004 — 2007
Greg Cozine's Best Buy Experience 2009 - 2009
Job Information Technology and Services Consultant and Contractor
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 2010 - 2011
Allianz Life 2009 - 2010
Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America 2009 - August 2009
Best Buy 2009 - 2009
Genesis 10 Consulting 2007 - 2009
Allianz Life 2007 - 2008
Allianz 2007 - 2008
On Point Consulting January 2006 - July 2007
Wells Fargo October 2004 - March 2006
GMAC - RFC May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Business Analysis, SDLC, Process Improvement, Project Management, Project Portfolio..., PMO, Program Management, Vendor Management, Business Process..., Consulting
Education
Universit of Minnesota - Twin Cities 1986 — 1989
MBA, Business - Operations
University of Wisconsin - Madison 1982 — 1986
BS, Biochemistry
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. 2010 - 2011
Allianz Life 2009 - 2010
Allianz Life Insurance Company of North America 2009 - August 2009
Best Buy 2009 - 2009
Genesis 10 Consulting 2007 - 2009
Allianz Life 2007 - 2008
Allianz 2007 - 2008
On Point Consulting January 2006 - July 2007
Wells Fargo October 2004 - March 2006
GMAC - RFC May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Business Analysis, SDLC, Process Improvement, Project Management, Project Portfolio..., PMO, Program Management, Vendor Management, Business Process..., Consulting
Education
Universit of Minnesota - Twin Cities 1986 — 1989
MBA, Business - Operations
University of Wisconsin - Madison 1982 — 1986
BS, Biochemistry
Bo English-Wiczling's Best Buy Experience April 2012 - May 2014
Job Senior Product Manager at Amazon
Industry Retail
Experience
Amazon July 2015 - Present
Amazon February 2015 - July 2015
Amazon June 2014 - February 2015
Best Buy April 2012 - May 2014
Best Buy September 2011 - April 2012
Best Buy March 2009 - December 2011
Best Buy February 2007 - March 2009
Target Corporation July 2002 - February 2007
Self-Employed Web Developer & Technical Writer March 1996 - June 2006
Allianz Life February 2002 - June 2002
Skills
Agile Modeling, Agile Project Management, Mobile Applications, Technology Product..., E-commerce, Information Technology, Kanban, Lean Software..., User Experience, Vendor Management, Applications Delivery, Analytics, Consumer Electronics, Business Acumen, Strategic Negotiations, Human Factors, IT Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Retail, SDLC, Project Management, Enterprise Software, PMP, Business Process, Agile Methodologies, Strategy, Integration, Program Management, Product Management, Software Development
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1994 — 1996
BA, Philosophy, Computer Science
Amazon July 2015 - Present
Amazon February 2015 - July 2015
Amazon June 2014 - February 2015
Best Buy April 2012 - May 2014
Best Buy September 2011 - April 2012
Best Buy March 2009 - December 2011
Best Buy February 2007 - March 2009
Target Corporation July 2002 - February 2007
Self-Employed Web Developer & Technical Writer March 1996 - June 2006
Allianz Life February 2002 - June 2002
Skills
Agile Modeling, Agile Project Management, Mobile Applications, Technology Product..., E-commerce, Information Technology, Kanban, Lean Software..., User Experience, Vendor Management, Applications Delivery, Analytics, Consumer Electronics, Business Acumen, Strategic Negotiations, Human Factors, IT Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Retail, SDLC, Project Management, Enterprise Software, PMP, Business Process, Agile Methodologies, Strategy, Integration, Program Management, Product Management, Software Development
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1994 — 1996
BA, Philosophy, Computer Science
Carolyn Aberman's Best Buy Experience June 2009 - March 2013
Job Senior Level Brand Marketing Expert PR, Communications, Events, Sponsorships and Strategic Alliances
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
SeymourJOY October 2012 - Present
AdoptAClassroom.org May 2013 - Present
Norris Sponsorship Group May 2013 - Present
Best Buy June 2009 - March 2013
OLSON Advertising May 2007 - May 2008
Target January 1998 - February 2007
Skills
Strategic Communications, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Publicity, Corporate Communications, Advertising, Brand Development, Internal Communications, Leadership, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Direct Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Management, Social Media Marketing, Creative Direction, Email Marketing, Corporate Branding, Social Networking, Management, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Online Marketing, Newsletters, Interactive Marketing, Budgets, Media Relations, Press Releases, Copywriting, Corporate Sponsorships
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1978 — 1980
BA, Journalism, Advertising Sequence
University of Wisconsin, Madison 1976 — 1978
Journalism, Adversting Sequence
SeymourJOY October 2012 - Present
AdoptAClassroom.org May 2013 - Present
Norris Sponsorship Group May 2013 - Present
Best Buy June 2009 - March 2013
OLSON Advertising May 2007 - May 2008
Target January 1998 - February 2007
Skills
Strategic Communications, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Publicity, Corporate Communications, Advertising, Brand Development, Internal Communications, Leadership, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Direct Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Management, Social Media Marketing, Creative Direction, Email Marketing, Corporate Branding, Social Networking, Management, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Online Marketing, Newsletters, Interactive Marketing, Budgets, Media Relations, Press Releases, Copywriting, Corporate Sponsorships
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1978 — 1980
BA, Journalism, Advertising Sequence
University of Wisconsin, Madison 1976 — 1978
Journalism, Adversting Sequence
Dane Andreasen's Best Buy Experience June 2002 - February 2004
Job District Manager at TMobile
Industry Telecommunications
Experience
T-Mobile October 2012 - Present
T-Mobile March 2004 - October 2012
Best Buy June 2002 - February 2004
Voicestream Wireless July 2000 - May 2002
Voicestream Wireless February 2000 - June 2000
Skills
Customer Experience, Customer Retention, Wireless, Customer Satisfaction, Retail Sales, Sales Operations, Retail, Quotas, Telecommunications, Sales Management, Sales Process, Merchandising, M2M, Loss Prevention, Solution Selling, Cellular Communications, Sales, Management, Inventory Management, Employee Training, Training, Coaching, P&L Management, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Selling, Profit, B2B
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 1999
T-Mobile October 2012 - Present
T-Mobile March 2004 - October 2012
Best Buy June 2002 - February 2004
Voicestream Wireless July 2000 - May 2002
Voicestream Wireless February 2000 - June 2000
Skills
Customer Experience, Customer Retention, Wireless, Customer Satisfaction, Retail Sales, Sales Operations, Retail, Quotas, Telecommunications, Sales Management, Sales Process, Merchandising, M2M, Loss Prevention, Solution Selling, Cellular Communications, Sales, Management, Inventory Management, Employee Training, Training, Coaching, P&L Management, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Selling, Profit, B2B
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 1999
Beth Singer's Best Buy Experience August 2014 - Present
Job IT Manager
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Best Buy August 2014 - Present
Best Buy December 2012 - August 2014
Donaldson Company October 2007 - December 2012
GMAC ResCap June 1999 - September 2007
Minnesota Daily 1997 - 1999
Skills
Identity Management, Active Directory, CISSP, Windows Server, ITIL, Oracle Identity Manager, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Architecture, Security, Process Improvement, Project Management, IAM, Servers, IT Strategy, System Deployment, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows, DNS, Cross-functional Team..., Managing Offshore Teams, SOX Compliancy, IT Management, Governance, Integration, Information Security, Virtualization
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 1999
Bachlor of Science, Computer Science
Best Buy August 2014 - Present
Best Buy December 2012 - August 2014
Donaldson Company October 2007 - December 2012
GMAC ResCap June 1999 - September 2007
Minnesota Daily 1997 - 1999
Skills
Identity Management, Active Directory, CISSP, Windows Server, ITIL, Oracle Identity Manager, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Architecture, Security, Process Improvement, Project Management, IAM, Servers, IT Strategy, System Deployment, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows, DNS, Cross-functional Team..., Managing Offshore Teams, SOX Compliancy, IT Management, Governance, Integration, Information Security, Virtualization
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 1999
Bachlor of Science, Computer Science
Chris Everett's Best Buy Experience April 2013 - September 2014
Job Senior Business Systems Analyst at US Bank
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
U.S. Bank September 2014 - Present
Best Buy April 2013 - September 2014
Express Scripts April 2012 - April 2013
Express Scripts May 2008 - April 2013
Express Scripts May 2008 - April 2012
Express Scripts October 2010 - January 2011
Project Consulting Group August 2007 - March 2008
State of MN April 2006 - August 2007
State of Minnesota April 2005 - August 2007
State of Mn February 2001 - April 2006
Skills
Full SDLC, Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Iterative, User Stories, Use Cases, User Interface Design, Business Analysis, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Business Analysis..., BABOK, Business Rules, Medicare, Business Process Mapping, Data Mapping, Data Analysis, Business Requirements, Requirements Gathering, Requirements Management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Healthcare, Agile Methodologies, User Acceptance Testing, Requirements..., Gap Analysis, Quality Center
Education
University of MN 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Speech and Hearing Sciences
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1989 — 1993
B.S., Speech and Hearing Sciences
U.S. Bank September 2014 - Present
Best Buy April 2013 - September 2014
Express Scripts April 2012 - April 2013
Express Scripts May 2008 - April 2013
Express Scripts May 2008 - April 2012
Express Scripts October 2010 - January 2011
Project Consulting Group August 2007 - March 2008
State of MN April 2006 - August 2007
State of Minnesota April 2005 - August 2007
State of Mn February 2001 - April 2006
Skills
Full SDLC, Waterfall, Agile, Scrum, Iterative, User Stories, Use Cases, User Interface Design, Business Analysis, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Business Analysis..., BABOK, Business Rules, Medicare, Business Process Mapping, Data Mapping, Data Analysis, Business Requirements, Requirements Gathering, Requirements Management, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Healthcare, Agile Methodologies, User Acceptance Testing, Requirements..., Gap Analysis, Quality Center
Education
University of MN 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Speech and Hearing Sciences
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1989 — 1993
B.S., Speech and Hearing Sciences
Taylor Lee's Best Buy Experience December 2010 - November 2011
Job Director, Digital Experience and Marketing Technology
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Qdoba Restaurant Corporation June 2015 - Present
The Lacek Group (A Specialty Agency of Ogilvy & Mather) November 2011 - April 2015
Best Buy December 2010 - November 2011
Best Buy January 2010 - December 2010
Target Corporation April 2008 - November 2009
Target Corporation April 2007 - April 2008
Target June 2005 - April 2007
Human Rights Program January 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Digital Marketing, Project Management, Consumer Insights, Web Analytics, Social Media, E-commerce, Strategic Planning, IT Strategy, User Experience, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Customer Insight, Digital Strategy, Analytics, Creative Direction, Cross-functional Team...
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2001 — 2005
BA, Global Studies
Qdoba Restaurant Corporation June 2015 - Present
The Lacek Group (A Specialty Agency of Ogilvy & Mather) November 2011 - April 2015
Best Buy December 2010 - November 2011
Best Buy January 2010 - December 2010
Target Corporation April 2008 - November 2009
Target Corporation April 2007 - April 2008
Target June 2005 - April 2007
Human Rights Program January 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Digital Marketing, Project Management, Consumer Insights, Web Analytics, Social Media, E-commerce, Strategic Planning, IT Strategy, User Experience, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Customer Insight, Digital Strategy, Analytics, Creative Direction, Cross-functional Team...
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2001 — 2005
BA, Global Studies
Jeremy Hilliker, BSM, MBA's Best Buy Experience September 2006 - February 2009
Job Sales Effectiveness Reporting & Analytics Lead at Thomson Reuters
Industry Market Research
Experience
Thomson Reuters June 2015 - Present
Volt Consulting Group 2013 - May 2015
U.S. Bank June 2012 - November 2013
Best Buy September 2006 - February 2009
Best Buy January 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Forecasting, Sales, Analysis, Account Management, Retail, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Market Research, Marketing, Product Management, Sales Process, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain, Team Building, Team Leadership, Management, Project Planning, Government, Leadership, Budgets, Customer Service, Time Management, Enforcement, Real Estate License, Market Analysis, Financial Reporting, Reporting & Analysis, Microsoft Applications, Beeline, Business Analysis, Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, CRM, Process Improvement, Business Development, Sales Operations, Direct Sales, Vendor Management, B2B, Salesforce.com, Tableau, Oracle Report Builder, Siebel
Education
University of Phoenix(MBA) 2010 — 2013
MBA, Environmental Marketing
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2009
BS, Marketing
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Associate's Degree, General Studies
Thomson Reuters June 2015 - Present
Volt Consulting Group 2013 - May 2015
U.S. Bank June 2012 - November 2013
Best Buy September 2006 - February 2009
Best Buy January 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Forecasting, Sales, Analysis, Account Management, Retail, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Market Research, Marketing, Product Management, Sales Process, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain, Team Building, Team Leadership, Management, Project Planning, Government, Leadership, Budgets, Customer Service, Time Management, Enforcement, Real Estate License, Market Analysis, Financial Reporting, Reporting & Analysis, Microsoft Applications, Beeline, Business Analysis, Analytics, Ad Hoc Reporting, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, CRM, Process Improvement, Business Development, Sales Operations, Direct Sales, Vendor Management, B2B, Salesforce.com, Tableau, Oracle Report Builder, Siebel
Education
University of Phoenix(MBA) 2010 — 2013
MBA, Environmental Marketing
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2009
BS, Marketing
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Associate's Degree, General Studies
Karla Artz's Best Buy Experience 2007 - Present
Job Retail Professional
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy 2007 - Present
Bally Total Fitness 1987 - Present
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1973 — 1981
Best Buy 2007 - Present
Bally Total Fitness 1987 - Present
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1973 — 1981
Sophie Vangay's Best Buy Experience May 2012 - Present
Job Merchant at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy May 2012 - Present
Best Buy August 2008 - May 2012
ShopNBC July 2006 - August 2008
ShopNBC November 2004 - July 2006
ShopNBC September 2003 - November 2004
Marshall Field's March 2002 - August 2003
Skills
Assortment, Merchandising, Forecasting, Visual Merchandising
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor's Degree, Retail Merchandising, Advertising, French
Best Buy May 2012 - Present
Best Buy August 2008 - May 2012
ShopNBC July 2006 - August 2008
ShopNBC November 2004 - July 2006
ShopNBC September 2003 - November 2004
Marshall Field's March 2002 - August 2003
Skills
Assortment, Merchandising, Forecasting, Visual Merchandising
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor's Degree, Retail Merchandising, Advertising, French
Edward Volodarsky's Best Buy Experience 1998 - 2004
Job Principal DW/BI Architect
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Cognizant Technology Solutions November 2012 - Present
Target July 2011 - November 2012
Lawson Software September 2010 - July 2011
MoneyGram International September 2008 - September 2010
Accenture June 1998 - September 2008
Best Buy 1998 - 2004
Skills
Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Modeling, ETL, Data Warehouse..., Data Architecture, Master Data Management, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Oracle, Database Design, Dimensional Modeling, Teradata, Informatica, Enterprise Architecture
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 1998
Cognizant Technology Solutions November 2012 - Present
Target July 2011 - November 2012
Lawson Software September 2010 - July 2011
MoneyGram International September 2008 - September 2010
Accenture June 1998 - September 2008
Best Buy 1998 - 2004
Skills
Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, Data Integration, Data Modeling, ETL, Data Warehouse..., Data Architecture, Master Data Management, Business Requirements, Requirements Analysis, Oracle, Database Design, Dimensional Modeling, Teradata, Informatica, Enterprise Architecture
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 1998
Dale Haataja's Best Buy Experience November 1999 - August 2000
Job Director at Visa
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Visa May 2013 - Present
Visa February 2002 - Present
Franklin Templeton Investments September 2000 - February 2002
Best Buy November 1999 - August 2000
The Toro Company September 1999 - November 1999
Freightliner July 1999 - September 1999
U.S. Bank March 1999 - July 1999
ReliaStar Corp. July 1998 - March 1999
Piper Jaffray June 1997 - July 1998
Tandy Corporation September 1996 - June 1997
Skills
System Deployment, Enterprise Architecture, Active Directory, SCCM, Security, Integration, VMware, HP Proliant, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, System Administration, Disaster Recovery, Citrix, Server Architecture, Data Center, IIS, Powershell, Unix, Storage, Microsoft Technologies, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Server, Operating Systems, TCP/IP, IT Management, Vendor Management, Computer Security, vSphere, VBScript, VMware Infrastructure, IT Strategy, Servers, High Availability, Enterprise Software
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Visa May 2013 - Present
Visa February 2002 - Present
Franklin Templeton Investments September 2000 - February 2002
Best Buy November 1999 - August 2000
The Toro Company September 1999 - November 1999
Freightliner July 1999 - September 1999
U.S. Bank March 1999 - July 1999
ReliaStar Corp. July 1998 - March 1999
Piper Jaffray June 1997 - July 1998
Tandy Corporation September 1996 - June 1997
Skills
System Deployment, Enterprise Architecture, Active Directory, SCCM, Security, Integration, VMware, HP Proliant, Virtualization, Cloud Computing, System Administration, Disaster Recovery, Citrix, Server Architecture, Data Center, IIS, Powershell, Unix, Storage, Microsoft Technologies, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Server, Operating Systems, TCP/IP, IT Management, Vendor Management, Computer Security, vSphere, VBScript, VMware Infrastructure, IT Strategy, Servers, High Availability, Enterprise Software
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Izac Adams's Best Buy Experience 1999 - 2007
Job Director, Information Technology at Galil Medical
Industry Medical Devices
Experience
Galil Medical November 2009 - Present
NBA City July 2007 - November 2009
Chambers July 2007 - November 2009
Best Buy 1999 - 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft CRM, Process Improvement, SharePoint, Windows, Visio, Project Management, Team Leadership, Networking, Business Strategy, Microsoft Exchange, Business Development, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Sonicwall, Customer Service, Mobile Technology, Vendor Management, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Big Data, Account Management, Sales Management, VMware, Organization, Sales, Microsoft Word, Windows 7, Photography, Video Production, Employee Training, Leadership, ERP, Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2004
Galil Medical November 2009 - Present
NBA City July 2007 - November 2009
Chambers July 2007 - November 2009
Best Buy 1999 - 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft CRM, Process Improvement, SharePoint, Windows, Visio, Project Management, Team Leadership, Networking, Business Strategy, Microsoft Exchange, Business Development, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Sonicwall, Customer Service, Mobile Technology, Vendor Management, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Big Data, Account Management, Sales Management, VMware, Organization, Sales, Microsoft Word, Windows 7, Photography, Video Production, Employee Training, Leadership, ERP, Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2004
Bridgette Carlstrom's Best Buy Experience March 2012 - November 2014
Job Project Manager at TLB Holdings, Inc.
Industry Retail
Experience
TLB Holdings, Inc. February 2015 - Present
Best Buy March 2012 - November 2014
Best Buy September 2008 - March 2012
Macy's March 2006 - May 2008
Marshall Fields January 2003 - March 2006
Marshall Fields January 2000 - March 2003
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1992
BS, Economics
TLB Holdings, Inc. February 2015 - Present
Best Buy March 2012 - November 2014
Best Buy September 2008 - March 2012
Macy's March 2006 - May 2008
Marshall Fields January 2003 - March 2006
Marshall Fields January 2000 - March 2003
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1992
BS, Economics
Brendon Stuckey's Best Buy Experience October 2006 - Present
Job Property Development Manager
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Best Buy October 2006 - Present
The Peterson Group August 2004 - October 2006
Shea, Inc. April 2003 - August 2004
Wold Architects and Engineers January 1999 - March 2003
Skills
Real Estate Development
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Architecture
Best Buy October 2006 - Present
The Peterson Group August 2004 - October 2006
Shea, Inc. April 2003 - August 2004
Wold Architects and Engineers January 1999 - March 2003
Skills
Real Estate Development
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Architecture
Maggie Margosian's Best Buy Experience August 2008 - December 2008
Job Content/Interactive Traffic Specialist Carmichael Lynch
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Broadhead + Co March 2011 - October 2012
Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota August 2010 - December 2010
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. November 2009 - December 2009
Target October 2009 - November 2009
United Health Group February 2009 - April 2009
Best Buy August 2008 - December 2008
Carlson Marketing Group - Door C Advertising January 2008 - July 2008
Carmichael Lynch May 2003 - May 2007
Northern Tool + Equipment 1997 - 2003
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA., Speech Communications, Rhetoric and American Indian studies
Broadhead + Co March 2011 - October 2012
Children's Hospitals and Clinics of Minnesota August 2010 - December 2010
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. November 2009 - December 2009
Target October 2009 - November 2009
United Health Group February 2009 - April 2009
Best Buy August 2008 - December 2008
Carlson Marketing Group - Door C Advertising January 2008 - July 2008
Carmichael Lynch May 2003 - May 2007
Northern Tool + Equipment 1997 - 2003
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA., Speech Communications, Rhetoric and American Indian studies
Jennifer Quam's Best Buy Experience 2003 - 2005
Job Senior Global Marketing Program Manager at Medtronic
Industry Medical Devices
Experience
Medtronic December 2014 - Present
Medtronic October 2012 - December 2014
Medtronic October 2010 - November 2012
Medtronic October 2009 - November 2012
Medtronic March 2004 - October 2009
Best Buy 2003 - 2005
Creatis 2000 - 2004
Skills
Product Launch, Medical Devices, Market Development, Global Marketing, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Marketing, Neuromodulation, Market Research, Segmentation, Commercialization, Marketing Communications, Market Analysis, Operating Room, Marketing Management, Product Management, Disposables, Interventional..., Capital Equipment, Cardiology, Surgeons, Competitive Analysis, Sales Effectiveness, ISO 13485, FDA, Advisory Boards, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications
Education
University of St. Thomas 2009 — 2014
Master's Degree, Psychology
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1996
BA, English Language and Literature/Letters
Medtronic December 2014 - Present
Medtronic October 2012 - December 2014
Medtronic October 2010 - November 2012
Medtronic October 2009 - November 2012
Medtronic March 2004 - October 2009
Best Buy 2003 - 2005
Creatis 2000 - 2004
Skills
Product Launch, Medical Devices, Market Development, Global Marketing, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Marketing, Neuromodulation, Market Research, Segmentation, Commercialization, Marketing Communications, Market Analysis, Operating Room, Marketing Management, Product Management, Disposables, Interventional..., Capital Equipment, Cardiology, Surgeons, Competitive Analysis, Sales Effectiveness, ISO 13485, FDA, Advisory Boards, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications
Education
University of St. Thomas 2009 — 2014
Master's Degree, Psychology
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1996
BA, English Language and Literature/Letters
Stephen Ponce's Best Buy Experience February 2012 - Present
Job Business Analyst Consultant at Best Buy
Industry Internet
Experience
Best Buy February 2012 - Present
OptumInsight May 2009 - February 2012
Self Employed December 2007 - December 2011
Genesis 10 February 2009 - June 2009
Cargill May 2008 - September 2008
SuperValu May 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Agile Methodologies, B2B, Business Development, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Process, Business Process Design, CSS, Communication, Leadership, E-commerce, Process Improvement, Mobile Applications, Product Management, XML, Visio, Web Development, Test Driven Development, Team Leadership, User Acceptance Testing, Vendor Management, SDLC, Ruby on Rails, Retail, Quality Assurance, Project Management, Requirements Analysis, Consulting
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2005 — 2008
Bachelors of Science, Computer Science
Best Buy February 2012 - Present
OptumInsight May 2009 - February 2012
Self Employed December 2007 - December 2011
Genesis 10 February 2009 - June 2009
Cargill May 2008 - September 2008
SuperValu May 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Agile Methodologies, B2B, Business Development, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Process, Business Process Design, CSS, Communication, Leadership, E-commerce, Process Improvement, Mobile Applications, Product Management, XML, Visio, Web Development, Test Driven Development, Team Leadership, User Acceptance Testing, Vendor Management, SDLC, Ruby on Rails, Retail, Quality Assurance, Project Management, Requirements Analysis, Consulting
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2005 — 2008
Bachelors of Science, Computer Science
Jason Zormeier's Best Buy Experience May 2013 - October 2013
Job Regional Sales Consultant at Oracle
Industry Information Services
Experience
Oracle October 2013 - Present
Best Buy May 2013 - October 2013
Accenture July 2004 - May 2013
Best Buy December 1998 - July 2004
Cellnet Data Services 1997 - 1998
Damark International 1996 - 1997
US Navy 1989 - 1995
Skills
Oracle 7 - 11G, MySql, Oracle RAC, Retek, Protegrity, Optim, Oracle Clusterware, Oracle ASM, Service Guard, Oracle POS, Oracle Grid Control, Oracle Streams, Oracle Applications, Netapp SMO, Database Performance..., HP-UX, Red Hat Linux, SunOS, Unix Shell Scripting, Oracle PL/SQL..., SQL, Perl Script, RMAN, CRM, Data Warehousing, Sql Performance Tuning, Capacity Planning, Software Licensing, Encryption Software, SRDF, VMware, Database Architecture, Database Administration, System Architecture, Oracle Dataguard, Disaster Recovery, Databases, IT Strategy, Solution Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Technical Architecture, SQL Tuning, Web Services, MySQL, Business Intelligence, Oracle, High Availability, Data Guard, Data Architecture, PL/SQL
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 1998
Hennepin Technical College 1995 — 1996
Oracle October 2013 - Present
Best Buy May 2013 - October 2013
Accenture July 2004 - May 2013
Best Buy December 1998 - July 2004
Cellnet Data Services 1997 - 1998
Damark International 1996 - 1997
US Navy 1989 - 1995
Skills
Oracle 7 - 11G, MySql, Oracle RAC, Retek, Protegrity, Optim, Oracle Clusterware, Oracle ASM, Service Guard, Oracle POS, Oracle Grid Control, Oracle Streams, Oracle Applications, Netapp SMO, Database Performance..., HP-UX, Red Hat Linux, SunOS, Unix Shell Scripting, Oracle PL/SQL..., SQL, Perl Script, RMAN, CRM, Data Warehousing, Sql Performance Tuning, Capacity Planning, Software Licensing, Encryption Software, SRDF, VMware, Database Architecture, Database Administration, System Architecture, Oracle Dataguard, Disaster Recovery, Databases, IT Strategy, Solution Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Technical Architecture, SQL Tuning, Web Services, MySQL, Business Intelligence, Oracle, High Availability, Data Guard, Data Architecture, PL/SQL
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1996 — 1998
Hennepin Technical College 1995 — 1996
Bobbi Dahlgren's Best Buy Experience 2005 - 2007
Job Vice President, Supply Chain at G&K Services
Industry Apparel & Fashion
Experience
G&K Services February 2007 - Present
Best Buy 2005 - 2007
Best Buy 2002 - 2004
Best Buy 2001 - 2002
UnitedHealth Group 1995 - 2001
First Bank System (now US Bank) 1991 - 1995
Midwest Sign and Screen Printing Supply Co. 1987 - 1991
Skills
Inventory Management, Strategic Sourcing, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Sourcing, Negotiation, Apparel, Purchasing, Talent Management, Strategy, Forecasting, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Management, Team Building, Change Management, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Retail, Executive Management, Contract Management, Thought Leadership, Team Leadership, Innovation, Pricing, Global Sourcing, Income Statement, Sales Management, Operations Management, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Vendor Management, New Business Development, Profit, B2B, Strategic Planning, Account Management, P&L Management, Sales Operations, Facilities Management, Key Account Management, Merchandising, Logistics, Process Improvement, Sales, Sales Process, Product Development, Inventory Control, Business Process...
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1978 — 1983
BS
G&K Services February 2007 - Present
Best Buy 2005 - 2007
Best Buy 2002 - 2004
Best Buy 2001 - 2002
UnitedHealth Group 1995 - 2001
First Bank System (now US Bank) 1991 - 1995
Midwest Sign and Screen Printing Supply Co. 1987 - 1991
Skills
Inventory Management, Strategic Sourcing, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Sourcing, Negotiation, Apparel, Purchasing, Talent Management, Strategy, Forecasting, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Management, Team Building, Change Management, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, Retail, Executive Management, Contract Management, Thought Leadership, Team Leadership, Innovation, Pricing, Global Sourcing, Income Statement, Sales Management, Operations Management, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Vendor Management, New Business Development, Profit, B2B, Strategic Planning, Account Management, P&L Management, Sales Operations, Facilities Management, Key Account Management, Merchandising, Logistics, Process Improvement, Sales, Sales Process, Product Development, Inventory Control, Business Process...
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1978 — 1983
BS
Anderson Mark's Best Buy Experience 2008 - 2009
Job Tax Accountant at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy 2008 - 2009
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1989 — 1994
MBT, Business Tax
Best Buy 2008 - 2009
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1989 — 1994
MBT, Business Tax
Jeff Stariha's Best Buy Experience December 2012 - December 2013
Job Co Owner at Amy Jane Studio
Industry Retail
Experience
Amy Jane Studio January 2013 - Present
Best Buy December 2012 - December 2013
Self employed January 2010 - December 2012
Living Bread Books and Gifts January 2007 - January 2010
Amy Jane Bridal January 1997 - January 2007
HARBOR SHELTER January 1993 - January 1996
Skills
Small Business, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Team Building, Coaching, Retail, Conflict Resolution, Customer Satisfaction, Creative Problem Solving, Store Management, Supervisory Skills, Customer Retention, Leadership Development, Stores, Retail Management, Merchandising, Conflict Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1985 — 1989
BA, Sociology
UNIVERSITY OF Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Amy Jane Studio January 2013 - Present
Best Buy December 2012 - December 2013
Self employed January 2010 - December 2012
Living Bread Books and Gifts January 2007 - January 2010
Amy Jane Bridal January 1997 - January 2007
HARBOR SHELTER January 1993 - January 1996
Skills
Small Business, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Team Building, Coaching, Retail, Conflict Resolution, Customer Satisfaction, Creative Problem Solving, Store Management, Supervisory Skills, Customer Retention, Leadership Development, Stores, Retail Management, Merchandising, Conflict Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1985 — 1989
BA, Sociology
UNIVERSITY OF Minnesota
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
Jenn Lohn's Best Buy Experience Trainerradio shackJanuary 2002 - June 2006
Job Trainer at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy Trainerradio shackJanuary 2002 - June 2006
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1990
Bachelors
Best Buy Trainerradio shackJanuary 2002 - June 2006
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1990
Bachelors
Andy Sollars's Best Buy Experience August 2012 - April 2013
Job Senior Application Support Engineer at TCF Bank
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
TCF Bank April 2013 - Present
Best Buy August 2012 - April 2013
Internet Broadcasting December 2011 - August 2012
Rels July 2010 - December 2011
Minnesota Institute of Public Health July 2008 - July 2010
Geek Squad August 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Program Management, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Technical Support, WebSphere Portal, HTML, CSS, Nuance, Content Management, eBanking, Management, Project Management, Visio, Testing, Leadership, SDLC, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, Team Leadership, Customer Service
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2004
Engineering
TCF Bank April 2013 - Present
Best Buy August 2012 - April 2013
Internet Broadcasting December 2011 - August 2012
Rels July 2010 - December 2011
Minnesota Institute of Public Health July 2008 - July 2010
Geek Squad August 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Program Management, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Technical Support, WebSphere Portal, HTML, CSS, Nuance, Content Management, eBanking, Management, Project Management, Visio, Testing, Leadership, SDLC, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, Team Leadership, Customer Service
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2004
Engineering
Sam Chapirson's Best Buy Experience July 1991 - June 1998
Job Inside Sales at All Incorporated
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
All Incorporated 2006 - Present
G&K Services September 2001 - September 2004
Best Buy July 1991 - June 1998
Skills
Sales Management, Sales Operations, Customer Service, New Business Development, Team Building, Account Management, Building Relationships, Sales Process, Customer Oriented, Consultative Selling..., CRM, Project Management, Cold Calling, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Sales, Direct Sales, Pricing, Key Account Management, Key Account Development
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2003 — 2010
BA, International Relations
Hill Murray 1987 — 1991
All Incorporated 2006 - Present
G&K Services September 2001 - September 2004
Best Buy July 1991 - June 1998
Skills
Sales Management, Sales Operations, Customer Service, New Business Development, Team Building, Account Management, Building Relationships, Sales Process, Customer Oriented, Consultative Selling..., CRM, Project Management, Cold Calling, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Sales, Direct Sales, Pricing, Key Account Management, Key Account Development
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2003 — 2010
BA, International Relations
Hill Murray 1987 — 1991
Nick Glaser's Best Buy Experience October 2013 - Present
Job Development Support Representative at Best Buy
Industry Consumer Electronics
Experience
Best Buy October 2013 - Present
Best Buy May 2011 - October 2013
Elite Advantage February 2010 - May 2011
The Robison Group April 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Surveillance, Theatre, Video, Sales, Retail, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2009
Bachelors, Sociology and Psychology
Best Buy October 2013 - Present
Best Buy May 2011 - October 2013
Elite Advantage February 2010 - May 2011
The Robison Group April 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Surveillance, Theatre, Video, Sales, Retail, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2009
Bachelors, Sociology and Psychology
Kristen Sewell's Best Buy Experience November 2014 - Present
Job User Experience Researcher at Best Buy
Industry Design
Experience
Best Buy November 2014 - Present
The Nerdery September 2013 - October 2014
Medtronic December 2010 - September 2013
CIVCO Medical Solutions October 2007 - August 2010
Skills
User Experience, User Research, Content Management, Information Design, Information Architecture, Usability Testing, Task Analysis, Business Discovery, Card Sorting, Interaction Design, Content Strategy, Technical Writing, Axure RP
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Human Factors
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2003 — 2007
B.A., Mass Communications, English Minor
Best Buy November 2014 - Present
The Nerdery September 2013 - October 2014
Medtronic December 2010 - September 2013
CIVCO Medical Solutions October 2007 - August 2010
Skills
User Experience, User Research, Content Management, Information Design, Information Architecture, Usability Testing, Task Analysis, Business Discovery, Card Sorting, Interaction Design, Content Strategy, Technical Writing, Axure RP
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2013
Master of Science (MS), Human Factors
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 2003 — 2007
B.A., Mass Communications, English Minor
Ali Saeed's Best Buy Experience March 2011 - July 2012
Job Experienced B2B Solutions Leader
Industry Retail
Experience
Apple Financial Services June 2014 - Present
Barnes & Noble July 2012 - June 2014
Best Buy March 2011 - July 2012
Best Buy October 2008 - March 2011
Best Buy September 2005 - October 2008
AT&T Wireless October 2003 - September 2005
Best Buy June 1998 - October 2003
Skills
Sales Operations, Retail, Sales, B2B, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Store Management, Product Marketing, Strategy, Direct Sales, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Operations Management, Pricing, Building Relationships, Microsoft CRM, Negotiation, Sales Management, Employee Training, Management, P&L Management, Training, Recruiting, Customer Service, Time Management, Strategic Leadership, Development Of People, Training & Development, People Development, Project Management, Inventory Management, Key Account Management, Merchandising, SaaS, Selling, Coaching, Customer Experience, Strategic Planning, Vendor Management, Leadership Development, Leading Cross..., B2B Marketing, B2B Integration, Key Account Development, Microsoft Office, Profit, P&L
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2003
Actuarial Science: Economics, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Mathematics core
Blaine High School 1994 — 1998
Socratic Selling
Apple Inc
Business Essentials
Apple Financial Services June 2014 - Present
Barnes & Noble July 2012 - June 2014
Best Buy March 2011 - July 2012
Best Buy October 2008 - March 2011
Best Buy September 2005 - October 2008
AT&T Wireless October 2003 - September 2005
Best Buy June 1998 - October 2003
Skills
Sales Operations, Retail, Sales, B2B, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Store Management, Product Marketing, Strategy, Direct Sales, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Performance Management, Operations Management, Pricing, Building Relationships, Microsoft CRM, Negotiation, Sales Management, Employee Training, Management, P&L Management, Training, Recruiting, Customer Service, Time Management, Strategic Leadership, Development Of People, Training & Development, People Development, Project Management, Inventory Management, Key Account Management, Merchandising, SaaS, Selling, Coaching, Customer Experience, Strategic Planning, Vendor Management, Leadership Development, Leading Cross..., B2B Marketing, B2B Integration, Key Account Development, Microsoft Office, Profit, P&L
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2003
Actuarial Science: Economics, Accounting, Finance, Marketing, Mathematics core
Blaine High School 1994 — 1998
Socratic Selling
Apple Inc
Business Essentials
Dale Sterling's Best Buy Experience May 2008 - December 2013
Job Corporate Controller at Grain Millers, Inc
Industry Accounting
Experience
Grain Millers Inc. April 2014 - Present
Best Buy May 2008 - December 2013
Certes April 2005 - December 2013
Carl Zeiss MicroImaging August 2007 - March 2008
BioScrip 2005 - 2007
CPP North America March 2004 - March 2005
Allianz July 1999 - December 2003
St. Paul Travelers June 1995 - July 1999
Skills
Forecasting, General Ledger, Microsoft Excel, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Hyperion Enterprise, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Business Analysis, Essbase, Leadership, Consolidation, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgets, SEC filings, Internal Controls
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
MBT
Grain Millers Inc. April 2014 - Present
Best Buy May 2008 - December 2013
Certes April 2005 - December 2013
Carl Zeiss MicroImaging August 2007 - March 2008
BioScrip 2005 - 2007
CPP North America March 2004 - March 2005
Allianz July 1999 - December 2003
St. Paul Travelers June 1995 - July 1999
Skills
Forecasting, General Ledger, Microsoft Excel, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Hyperion Enterprise, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Business Analysis, Essbase, Leadership, Consolidation, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Budgets, SEC filings, Internal Controls
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
MBT
Jeng Lee's Best Buy Experience August 2008 - January 2010
Job Confronting Risk through Teamwork and Risk Management Skills
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
US Bank August 2014 - Present
Telluride Asset Management May 2012 - August 2014
Telluride Asset Management May 2012 - August 2014
Geek Squad December 2010 - May 2012
Best Buy August 2008 - January 2010
Skills
Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Windows 7, Business Intelligence, Business Strategy, Linux, Networking, SQL, Strategic Planning, Windows, Business Planning, Technical Support, Firewalls, Servers, System Administration, System Testing, System Deployment, Microsoft Office, Active Directory, Scripting, Network Administration
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2013 — 2014
Master of Science in Security Technologies, Today's Threat Landscape
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2012
Information Technology Infrastructure BAS
US Bank August 2014 - Present
Telluride Asset Management May 2012 - August 2014
Telluride Asset Management May 2012 - August 2014
Geek Squad December 2010 - May 2012
Best Buy August 2008 - January 2010
Skills
Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Windows 7, Business Intelligence, Business Strategy, Linux, Networking, SQL, Strategic Planning, Windows, Business Planning, Technical Support, Firewalls, Servers, System Administration, System Testing, System Deployment, Microsoft Office, Active Directory, Scripting, Network Administration
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2013 — 2014
Master of Science in Security Technologies, Today's Threat Landscape
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2012
Information Technology Infrastructure BAS
Christina Spry's Best Buy Experience March 2012 - Present
Job Operations Specialist, SAS Operations at Best Buy
Industry Retail
Experience
Best Buy March 2012 - Present
Best Buy July 2011 - March 2012
Best Buy April 2008 - July 2011
Skills
Store Management, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Retail, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Driving Results, Store Operations, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Sales, Big Box, POS, Microsoft Excel, People Development, New Store Openings, Visual Merchandising, Profit
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2001 — 2005
Medical Technology
Best Buy March 2012 - Present
Best Buy July 2011 - March 2012
Best Buy April 2008 - July 2011
Skills
Store Management, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Retail, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Driving Results, Store Operations, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Sales, Big Box, POS, Microsoft Excel, People Development, New Store Openings, Visual Merchandising, Profit
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2001 — 2005
Medical Technology
Warin Sukhtipyaroge's Best Buy Experience November 2010 - Present
Job Coowner at Fortune by Design
Industry Restaurants
Experience
Best Buy November 2010 - Present
Fortune by Design October 2008 - Present
Prosperity Inc August 2005 - Present
Best Buy December 2012 - March 2015
Best Buy April 2010 - June 2010
Best Buy August 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Customer Relations, Troubleshooting, Account Management, Customer Service, Team Building
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2006
BA, Asian Languages and Literatures
Best Buy November 2010 - Present
Fortune by Design October 2008 - Present
Prosperity Inc August 2005 - Present
Best Buy December 2012 - March 2015
Best Buy April 2010 - June 2010
Best Buy August 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Customer Relations, Troubleshooting, Account Management, Customer Service, Team Building
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2006
BA, Asian Languages and Literatures
Marc Karger's Best Buy Experience May 2013 - Present
Job Middleware Software Engineer at Best Buy
Industry Management Consulting
Experience
Best Buy May 2013 - Present
Accenture June 2004 - April 2013
Best Buy November 2000 - June 2004
MQSoftware May 1997 - November 2000
Facility Management Technology April 1986 - June 1997
Skills
IBM Websphere MQ, IBM Webspere Message..., Nastel and QPasa! MQ..., IBM WebSphere Server, Tibco, BEA\Oracle WebLogic, MS SQL Server, Oracle, C\C+ MS Visual C++, Java, JMS, Unix Shell Scripting, ODBC, Taviz, WebSphere MQ, Shell Scripting, Microsoft SQL Server, WebSphere Message Broker, Unix, Middleware, IT Strategy, Solution Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Enterprise Architecture
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1986
Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering
Best Buy May 2013 - Present
Accenture June 2004 - April 2013
Best Buy November 2000 - June 2004
MQSoftware May 1997 - November 2000
Facility Management Technology April 1986 - June 1997
Skills
IBM Websphere MQ, IBM Webspere Message..., Nastel and QPasa! MQ..., IBM WebSphere Server, Tibco, BEA\Oracle WebLogic, MS SQL Server, Oracle, C\C+ MS Visual C++, Java, JMS, Unix Shell Scripting, ODBC, Taviz, WebSphere MQ, Shell Scripting, Microsoft SQL Server, WebSphere Message Broker, Unix, Middleware, IT Strategy, Solution Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Enterprise Architecture
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1986
Bachelor's degree, Electrical Engineering
Bryon Schwankl's Best Buy Experience November 2002 - November 2007
Job Desktop Engineer at Medica
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Medica November 2007 - Present
Best Buy November 2002 - November 2007
Providian Financial November 2000 - December 2001
Skills
Software Documentation, System Administration, Desktop Administration, Mobile Device Management, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Technical Support, Windows Server, Process Improvement, ITIL v3 Foundations..., SCCM, Active Directory, Virtual Desktop..., Windows 7, Windows XP, ePolicy Orchestrator, Application..., OSX, IOS, Vendor Management, Mobile Technology, DHCP, DNS, Desktop Application..., Virtual Server, SharePoint, Software Consulting, Computer Hardware, Citrix, XenClient, Desktop Publishing, Desktop Deployment, Call Centers, Mobile Devices, Desktop Support
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Science and Technical Communication
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Education
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Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCP) NT4
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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) Windows 2000
Medica November 2007 - Present
Best Buy November 2002 - November 2007
Providian Financial November 2000 - December 2001
Skills
Software Documentation, System Administration, Desktop Administration, Mobile Device Management, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Technical Support, Windows Server, Process Improvement, ITIL v3 Foundations..., SCCM, Active Directory, Virtual Desktop..., Windows 7, Windows XP, ePolicy Orchestrator, Application..., OSX, IOS, Vendor Management, Mobile Technology, DHCP, DNS, Desktop Application..., Virtual Server, SharePoint, Software Consulting, Computer Hardware, Citrix, XenClient, Desktop Publishing, Desktop Deployment, Call Centers, Mobile Devices, Desktop Support
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Science and Technical Communication
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Education
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Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer (MCP) NT4
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Microsoft Certified Systems Administrator (MCSA) Windows 2000
Kinzie Scearcy's Best Buy Experience June 2011 - May 2012
Job Student at University of MinnesotaTwin Cities
Industry
Motorola Mobility
TE Connectivity
Samsung Electronics
Motorola Mobile Devices
Tyco Electronics
Best Buy Canada
Sonos, Inc.
Samsung Semiconductor