Bridgestone America's Inc.
Industry: Company
DescriptionHeadquarters: Nashville, TN CEO: Gordon Knapp (Sep 1, 2016–) Founded: 1990 Subsidiaries: Firestone Industrial Products, LLC, Parent organization: Bridgestone
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Bridgestone Americas, Inc May 2015 - Present
SSIChicago 2012 - 2015
DeVry Inc. 2009 - 2012
Skills
Data Analysis, Business Intelligence, Analysis, SharePoint, Databases, Business Analysis, Access, Visio
Education
Millikin University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. February 2006 - Present
Education
Tennessee Technological University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration
Gordonsville High School 1974 — 1978
Demastus Advisors January 2014 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. February 2012 - December 2013
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. September 2009 - February 2012
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. March 2008 - September 2009
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 2005 - March 2008
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 1998 - June 2005
Skills
Business Process..., Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Management, Business Planning, Supply Chain, Cross-functional Team..., Automotive, Strategy, Change Management, Budgets, Program Management, Negotiation, Leadership Development, Manufacturing, Product Development, Black Belt, Budget Process, Expense Management, Vendor Management Skills, Shared Services, Customer Service..., HR Transformation, Cultural Transformation, Project Management, Incentive Programs, Expatriate Management, Global Strategy, Global Operations, Payroll, Job Description Creation, Persuasive Presentation..., Training Delivery, Project Portfolio..., Global Sourcing, Leadership, Operational Excellence, Talent Management, Operational Due..., Private Equity, Team Building, Operations Management, Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Team Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Business Development
Education
Belmont University - Jack C. Massey Graduate School of Business 1999 — 2001
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Tennessee Technological University 1994 — 1998
BS
Whirlpool Corporation June 2015 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. May 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Electro-mechanical, Systems Engineering..., Mechanical Engineering, AutoCAD, Autodesk Inventor, SolidWorks, Safety Engineering, Process Safety..., Manufacturing..., Team Building, Maintenance & Repair, Industrial Safety, Camera Operation, Audio Editing, Sports Statistics, Film Production, Broadcast Production, Sports Videography, Graphics Editing, Video Editing, Microsoft Excel
Education
Iowa State University 2013 — 2017
Mechanical Engineering, 3.42 GPA
BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS April 2015 - Present
Bridgestone Americas Inc. March 2013 - April 2015
Bridgestone Neumáticos de Monterrey February 2006 - December 2012
Bridgestone Firestone De Venezuela February 2000 - January 2006
Education
Universidad de Carabobo 1995 — 2000
Chemical Ingeniering
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2014 - April 2015
Bryan Cave LLP 2011 - 2014
Dimalanta Clark, LLP 2010 - 2011
Alliance Financial Capital, Inc. 2006 - 2007
Simoncini & Associates 2005 - 2006
Santa Cruz County District Attorney's Office 2004 - 2005
Skills
Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Mediation, Arbitration, Alternative Dispute..., Trial Practice, Corporate Law, Personal Injury, Trials, Bankruptcy, Employment Law, Torts, Depositions, Dispute Resolution, Complex Civil Litigation, International Law, Banking & Foreclosure..., Hearings, Motions, Breach Of Contract, In-House Corporate..., Business Litigation, Contract Negotiation, European Law, Financial Services, Problem Solving, Global Strategy, Client Focus
Education
King's College London, U. of London 2008 — 2010
LL.M, International Commercial Law
The George Washington University Law School 2007 — 2008
LL.M, Litigation and Dispute Resolution
Lincoln Law School 1999 — 2003
J.D., Law
Alliance Tire Group (ATG) November 2013 - Present
MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA November 2006 - May 2012
Michelin N. America inc April 1992 - May 2012
BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS, INC June 2012 - 2012
Michelin January 1997 - November 2006
MICHELIN NORTH AMERICA July 1992 - January 1997
E. & J. Gallo Winery June 1989 - January 1992
Skills
Sales Operations, Sales Management, New Business Development, Sales, Direct Sales, Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Management, Cold Calling, Training
Education
University of South Carolina 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1987 — 1989
BS, Marketing
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2008 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 1983 - 2008
Skills
Human Resources, HRIS, Talent Management, Labor Relations, Onboarding, Succession Planning, FMLA, Deferred Compensation, Union Avoidance, Benefits Administration, Compensation & Benefit, HR Policies, Workforce Planning, New Hire Orientations, Job Analysis, Process Improvement, Team Building, Employee Relations
Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Oakland High School
HP Enterprise Security April 2015 - Present
HP Enterprise Security April 2014 - Present
HP Enterprise Security March 2012 - April 2014
Bridgestone Americas, Inc December 2010 - March 2012
Bridgestone Americas, Inc January 2007 - January 2011
HealthSouth June 2005 - January 2007
AmSouth Bank April 2003 - June 2005
Source Medical Solutions March 2002 - April 2003
AmSouth Bank February 2001 - March 2002
Southern Network Services June 1994 - February 2001
Skills
Litigation Support, Security, Compliance, Computer Forensics, Network Security, Cyber Security, IDS, EnCase, FTK, TippingPoint IPS, Metasploit, IPS, Intrusion Detection, Security Architecture..., Incident Response, Mobile Forensics, Digital Forensics, Computer Security, Penetration Testing, Vulnerability Assessment, Enterprise Network..., Password Recovery, Vulnerability Management, Information Security, Sales Engineering, Tactical Solutions, Web Application Security, VPN, Encryption, Business Continuity, Wireless Security, CISSP, Disaster Recovery, Firewalls, Application Security, Information Security..., PCI DSS, Security Audits, Security Awareness, Information Technology, Malware Analysis, McAfee, Networking, Data Security, CEH
Education
Samford University 1992 — 1995
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. November 2012 - Present
Firestone Liberia, Inc. May 2008 - October 2012
Aeropuertos Argentina 2000 S.A. / Corporación América S.A. and related companies May 1998 - December 2007
Skills
Corporate Security, Security Management, Security Operations, Maritime Security, Aviation Security, Due Diligence, Concessions, Security Training, Physical Security, Security Audits, Executive Protection, Investigations, Emergency Management, Security, Homeland Security, Crisis Management, Risk Assessment, Personal Protection, Counterterrorism, Personal Security, Contingency Planning, Investigation, Security Awareness, Protection, Intelligence Analysis, Access Control, Vulnerability Assessment, Fraud, Asset Protection, Counterintelligence, Security+, Crime Prevention, Risk Analysis, Security Policy, Criminal Investigations, Internal Investigations, Supply Chain Security, Workplace Violence, Business Continuity, Personnel Security, CCTV, Interrogation, Tactics, Surveillance, Intelligence, Enforcement, Firearms, Private Investigations, Law Enforcement
Education
Universidad del Salvador
B.A., Pol. Sci., Universidad del Salvador, Buenos Aires, Argentina
HCA October 2013 - Present
Nashville State Community College August 2014 - Present
Community Health Systems July 2011 - October 2013
Christian Women's Job Corp of Middle Tennessee March 2011 - January 2012
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. May 2010 - January 2011
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. August 2007 - May 2010
Firestone Diversified Products July 2009 - January 2010
Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. January 2005 - August 2007
Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. January 2003 - January 2005
Bridgestone/Firestone January 2000 - January 2003
Skills
Data Center, Cisco Technologies, Disaster Recovery, IT Operations, IT Management, VMware, IT Leadership, Network Security, IT Strategy, PMP, ITIL, Management, Security, Project Planning, IT Service Management, IT Management -..., Leadership, SDLC, Software Documentation, Servers, Technical Support
Education
Trevecca Nazarene University 1998 — 2000
BA, Business/ Human Relations
Nashville State Technical Institute 1987 — 1991
AS, Computer Technology
High School
Northwestern Mutual April 2013 - Present
MacAuthority August 2012 - March 2013
Bridgestone Americas Inc January 2012 - June 2012
Farmer's Market Coalition January 2011 - May 2011
Cleveland City School System May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Communication, Networking, Social Networking, Critical Thinking, Morality, Intercollegiate..., Athletic Recruiting, Team Leadership, Team Building, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Time Management, PowerPoint, Sales, Marketing
Education
Lipscomb University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Communications: Emphasis in Public Relations and Business Administration Minor in Biology
Cleveland State Community College 2008 — 2009
Business Administration
Belmont University 2007 — 2008
Business Administration
Lee University MBA
CVS Caremark Corporation 2014 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2006 - 2014
Buck Consultants 1996 - 2006
The MetroHealth System 1993 - 1996
Skills
Employee Benefits, Defined Benefit, Benefits Administration, Benefits Communications, Electronic compliance, Regulatory compliance, Summary Plan..., Third Party Vendor..., Internal Communications, Editing, Team Building
Education
Baldwin-Wallace College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications
UT Southwestern Medical Center June 2015 - Present
Bridgestone May 2012 - April 2015
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2009 - June 2012
The Tennessean October 2006 - November 2009
Knoxville News Sentinel January 2004 - October 2006
Skills
Media Relations, Press Releases, Ap Style, Journalism, Agency Relationship..., Internal Communications, Social Media, Reputation Management, Cause Marketing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Publicity, Entertainment, AP Style, Advertising, Multimedia, Newspapers, Video
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2002 — 2003
Masters, Journalism
The University of Southern Mississippi 1998 — 2002
Bachelors, Journalism
The Buffkin Group January 2014 - Present
The Buffkin Group October 2012 - January 2014
Therapy Systems, Inc. January 2012 - July 2013
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. July 2011 - December 2011
Quorum Health Resources September 2010 - February 2011
Carrol Gettko Creative Public Relations and Marketing May 2010 - August 2010
The Babbler," Lipscomb University newspaper January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Social Media, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Organizing, Marketing Communications, Administrative Support, Scheduling, Event Planning, Research, Market Research, Team Leadership, Creative Development, Attention To Detail, Reliability, Community Relations, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Press Releases, Social Networking, Professional Placement, Search Assignments, Direct-hire, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Professional Search, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Microsoft Word, Establish, Marketing, Volunteer Management, Facebook, Leadership, Community Development, Nonprofits, Recruiting, Social Media Marketing, Administrative..., Creative Direction, Process Scheduler
Education
Lipscomb University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations; Marketing
Deloitte February 2014 - Present
Humana March 2013 - July 2013
HealthStream October 2011 - November 2012
Humana December 2010 - April 2012
Bridgestone America's Inc. November 2009 - April 2010
teknetex inc June 2009 - November 2009
ModisIT/Cigna 2008 - 2008
State of TN 2007 - 2008
Willis Corporation May 2006 - February 2007
Link2Gov July 2005 - May 2006
Skills
MS Project, SDLC, Business Analysis, PMP, Leadership, Project Management, Agile Methodologies, Process Improvement, Integration, Healthcare Information..., Budgets, Sales Process, Management, Requirements Gathering, Software Development, Business Process, Project Portfolio..., Software Project..., Testing, Vendor Management, Program Management
Education
Univ of Phoenix 2005 — 2008
Western Kentucky University 2002 — 2006
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems August 2013 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc October 2006 - July 2013
County of Riverside 2005 - 2006
International Brotherhood of Teamsters 2003 - 2005
Center for Death Penalty Litigation 2002 - 2004
National Organization for Women 1999 - 2002
Skills
Employee Relations, Human Resources, HR Policies, Performance Management, Recruiting, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Coaching, Onboarding, HRIS, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Interviews, Fundraising, Team Building, Labor Relations, Workforce Planning, Succession Planning, Employee Engagement, Personnel Management, Talent Management, Deferred Compensation, Organizational..., Employment Law, Union Avoidance, Organizational Design, Talent Acquisition, New Hire Orientations, FMLA, Applicant Tracking..., Leadership Development, Organizational..., Employee Training, PeopleSoft, Job Analysis, Process Improvement
Education
University of Baltimore 2001 — 2005
MPA, Masters in Public Administration
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1994 — 1999
BA, Women's Studies & Political Science
Firestone Building Products October 2013 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. January 2012 - Present
Firestone Diversified Products July 2009 - January 2012
Charles A. Tindley Accelerated School February 2010 - September 2011
Bridgestone Americas January 2008 - July 2009
Bridgestone Firestone Diversified Products June 2005 - January 2008
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire Company June 1996 - June 2005
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., ERP, Process Improvement, Leadership, Business Development, Solution Selling, Strategic Planning, Team Building, SAP, Information Technology, Team Management, Managerial Finance, Business Analysis, IT Strategy, IT Management, Vendor Management, International Management, Security, Business Process..., Enterprise Architecture, Integration
Education
Vanderbilt University - Owen Graduate School of Management 2009 — 2009
Certification, Leadership Development Program
Tennessee State University 1988 — 1993
BS, Computer Science
University of Phoenix
BS, Electronic Business
Bridgestone Americas Inc. August 2015 - Present
Michelin North America, Inc. August 2010 - July 2015
Country Crafts July 2005 - August 2010
Skills
CRM, Sales Operations, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Data Analysis, Marketing Management, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Logistics, Sales, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Purchasing, Sales Management, Negotiation, Operations Management, Advertising, Management
Education
Penn State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2014 - Present
SRC Solutions 2012 - 2013
Honeywell Building Solutions 2008 - 2012
Siemens Building Technologies, Energy & Environmental Solutions 2003 - 2008
MACTEC Engineering and Consulting, Inc. 2001 - 2003
University of Illinois at Chicago 1997 - 2000
Commonwealth Edison 1991 - 2000
Skills
LEED AP, PE, CEM, Energy Efficiency, Energy Management, Energy, Project Planning, HVAC, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Project Management, Building Automation, Management, Smart Grid, Facilities Management, Leadership, Program Management, Energy Audits, Energy Conservation, LEED, Engineering, Electricians, Water, Procurement, Contract Management, HVAC Controls, Mechanical Engineering, Construction, Sustainability, MS Project, Analysis, Training, Building Management..., Continuous Improvement, Engineering Management
Education
DePaul University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Leadership and Organizational Development
Illinois Institute of Technology
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mechanical Engineering
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. February 2014 - May 2014
Affinion Group 2011 - 2013
Skills
Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Information Management, Client Liaison, Microsoft Office, Cognos, Toad, BMC Remedy, VAX, GIS systems, Crystal Reports, Reports, Research, Data Mining, Business Process, Process Improvement, Project Management, Training, Vendor Management
Education
Strayer University 2005 — 2007
Master's degree, Management Information Systems
Monash University 2001 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Business Information Systems
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. November 2014 - Present
Energy Source Partners, LLC June 2009 - November 2014
IGA Worldwide, Inc. February 2007 - January 2009
Ascendant Media, Inc. January 2000 - October 2006
The Collective, LLC August 1995 - December 1999
Film House March 1987 - December 1993
Skills
Project Management, IT Project & Program..., Cross-functional Team..., Operations Management, Account Management, Start-ups
Education
University of Southern California
M.F.A., Cinema
The Ohio State University
B.A., Journalism
The J.M. Smucker Company 2012 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. January 1990 - 2011
Skills
Process Improvement, ERP, Business Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, SAP, Leadership, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Six Sigma, Strategy, Continuous Improvement
Education
Kent State University
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.)
Kent State University - Graduate School of Management
MBA, Marketing
Firestone Fibers & Textiles July 2013 - Present
Bridgestone Americas Inc. 2010 - 2013
Bridgestone Firestone January 2007 - December 2009
BRIDGESTONE November 2006 - November 2007
Skills
Talent Management, Human Resources, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Employee Relations, Coaching, Team Building, Leadership, Succession Planning, Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Training, Personnel Management, Onboarding, Workforce Planning, Employee Engagement, Process Improvement, HR Policies, HRIS, Organizational..., Organizational Design, Deferred Compensation, Job Analysis, Labor Relations, Talent Acquisition, Change Management, Career Development..., Workshop Facilitation, Health Coach
Education
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2012
MS, Psychology
Temple University 1988 — 1991
BA, Psychology
Williams College 1980 — 1981
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Delek US Holdings, Inc. (A Diversified, Downstream Energy Company; NYSE Symbol: DK) 2012 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2008 - 2011
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2004 - 2008
Ford Motor Company 2002 - 2004
Ford Motor Credit Company 2000 - 2002
Ford Motor Credit Company (PRIMUS Financial Services) 1997 - 2000
Skills
Treasury Management, Cash Flow Forecasting, Covenant Compliance, Syndicated Credit..., Term Loans, Corporate Finance, Banking, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Leadership, Project Management, Budgets, Problem Solving, Banking Relationships, Letters of Credit, Internal Controls, Organization & Planning
Education
Walsh College
M.S., Finance
Louisiana Tech University
B.S., Accounting
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. May 2011 - Present
Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz, PC August 2003 - April 2011
Aspect Communications August 1998 - July 2000
Skills
Arbitration, Employment Law, Litigation, Mediation
Education
Columbia Law School 2000 — 2003
JD
Emory University 1994 — 1998
BA, English/History
Bridgestone Americas, Inc 2015 - Present
Whirlpool Corporation 2011 - 2015
Whirlpool Corporation 2011 - 2011
PCAOB 2009 - 2011
Ernst & Young 2005 - 2009
Ernst & Young 2002 - 2005
Ernst & Young 1998 - 2002
Fitzgerald & Company, CPAs, P.C. 1996 - 1998
Skills
SEC filings, US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Controls, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Auditing, IFRS, GAAP, Financial Analysis, Financial Accounting, Revenue Recognition, Consolidation, CPA, Cost Accounting, Finance, Financial Statements, Forecasting, Risk Management, Sarbanes-Oxley, Tax, Valuation, Assurance, Financial Audits, Variance Analysis, External Audit, Financial Modeling, Due Diligence
Education
University of Notre Dame - Mendoza College of Business
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
George Mason University
B.S, Accounting and Business Law
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Courage To Change Now February 2004 - Present
iPEC Coaching April 2004 - April 2012
Handler, Thayer January 2000 - April 2004
Skills
Personal Development, Emotional Intelligence, Coaching, Leadership, Workshops, Executive Coaching, Leadership Development, Executive Development, Business Coaching, Organizational..., Employee Engagement, Career Development, Workshop Facilitation, Career Counseling, Motivational Speaking, Training, Life Coaching, Small Business, Public Speaking, Entrepreneurship, Teaching, Team Building, Career Management, Job Coaching, Staff Development, 360 Feedback, Stress Management, Conflict Resolution, Management Development, Work Life Balance, Employee Training, Presentation Coaching, NLP, Lifestyle Coaching, Organizational..., Culture Change, Program Management
Education
iPEC Coaching School, Energy Leadership 2003 — 2004
Certified Professional Coach, Energy Leadership Master Practitioner, Leadership Coaching
University of Northern Iowa 1987 — 1992
Bachelor's Degree, Music Performance
Lockheed Martin July 2015 - Present
Project Manager & Global Mobility March 2013 - July 2015
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. December 2013 - March 2015
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce August 2013 - December 2013
QLPS Belgium May 2012 - February 2013
CUMMINS, INC., Shanghai, China October 2007 - January 2009
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce November 2006 - July 2007
Nashville Civic Design Center June 2006 - November 2006
Vanderbilt University July 2004 - June 2006
Harvard University 2001 - 2002
Skills
Strategic Planning, Policy, Immigration Law, Program Management, French, Spanish, Change Management, Team Leadership, Project Management, German, Coaching, Organizational..., Employee Relations, Business Strategy, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Performance Management, English, International Relations, Leadership, Business Development, Analysis, Human Resources, Training, Entrepreneurship, Project Planning, Expatriate Management, Strategy, Start-ups, New Business Development, Management Consulting, Research, Management, Leadership Development, Marketing, Negotiation, Advertising, Event Management, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Market Research, Public Relations, Business Planning, Employee Benefits, Social Networking, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Social Media, Public Speaking
Education
Lesley University 2002 — 2004
M.A., Intercultural & Interdisciplinary Relations, 3.93 GPA
Linhart Public Relations June 2015 - Present
DVL Seigenthaler March 2011 - April 2015
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. October 2010 - March 2011
Tennessee Literacy Coalition June 2010 - October 2010
U.S. Bank March 2007 - October 2010
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media, Client Relations Skills, Press Releases, Marketing, Social Networking, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Event Management, Internal Communications, Newsletters, Strategic Communications, Community Development
Education
Belmont University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Public Relations
Belmont University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Relations
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt September 2014 - Present
Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt December 2011 - Present
Dye, Van Mol & Lawrence January 2011 - August 2011
Nashville and Middle Tennessee area March 2010 - January 2011
Raz'z Bar and Grill July 2007 - May 2010
Bridgestone Americas, Inc May 2009 - August 2009
International Public Relations December 2008 - January 2009
The Post Newspaper January 2007 - June 2007
Atrium Café September 2006 - June 2007
Campus Crusade for Christ May 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Social Media, Writing, Trade Show Management, Press Releases, Public Relations, Advertising, Photography, Trade Shows, Photoshop, Research, Facebook, InDesign, PowerPoint, Marketing
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor in Science (B.S.) degree in Communication, Public Relations and a minor in Marketing and Dance
Middle Tennessee State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor in Science (B.S.) degree, Communication; Public Relations
The Mercier Law Office, Ltd. July 2015 - Present
MDM Initiatives, LLC January 2014 - Present
Black Letter Discovery August 2015 - Present
MDM Initiatives, LLC May 2015 - July 2015
Corzin, Sanislo, & Ufholz, LLC May 2012 - July 2013
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 2012 - August 2012
The University of Akron School of Law August 2011 - July 2012
Summit County Prosecutor's Office September 2011 - December 2011
Barberton Municipal Court June 2011 - August 2011
The Mercier Tool and Die Co. 2000 - 2010
Skills
Intellectual Property..., Corporate Law, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Business Development, Business Start-Ups, Intellectual Property, Copyright Law, Trademarks, Trade Secrets, Litigation, Employment Law, Patents, Oil & Gas Law, Real Property, Title Examination, Title Searches, Title Abstraction, Chain of Title, Title Opinions, Mineral Rights, GIS systems
Education
The University of Akron School of Law 2011 — 2013
Master of Laws (LLM), Intellectual Property Law
The University of Akron School of Law 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
Bowling Green State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Bridgestone Americas Inc. September 2014 - Present
Bridgestone Americas Inc. March 2013 - September 2014
The University of Arizona August 2010 - August 2012
The University of Arizona January 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Statistics, Matlab, Science, Qualitative Research, Data Analysis, Research, Spectroscopy, Cell Biology, Physics, Machine Learning
Education
University of Arizona 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Science
Sayville High School 2004 — 2008
Regents Diploma
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 2010 - Present
KPMG June 2008 - May 2010
KPMG November 2007 - May 2010
KPMG January 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Corporate Tax, Tax, Financial Reporting
Education
UNIVERSITY OF GEORGIA OVERALL 2000 — 2005
Bachelor, Business Administration; Accounting; Real Estate
University of Georgia - Terry College of Business 2000 — 2005
Accounting
State of Tennessee February 2014 - Present
State of Tennessee February 2012 - January 2014
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. April 2010 - November 2011
Middle Tennessee State University September 2009 - May 2011
Learning, Teaching, and Innovative Technologies Center September 2009 - September 2010
Apple Retail 2007 - 2008
University of Memphis May 2007 - December 2007
University of Memphis August 2006 - June 2007
Skills
Job Analysis, SPSS, Statistics, Organizational..., Research, Data Analysis, Psychology, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Human Resources, Microsoft Office, Research Design, Microsoft Excel, Talent Management, Qualitative Research
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2009 — 2011
Master of Arts, Industrial/Organizational Psychology
The University of Memphis 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Anglo-American University, Prague 2007 — 2007
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. December 2012 - Present
Waller Lansden Dortch and Davis September 2008 - December 2012
Skills
Litigation, Corporate Law, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Civil Litigation, Courts, Appeals, Commercial Litigation, Mediation
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
BA, English
University of Tennessee College of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Summa Cum Laude
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC March 2010 - Present
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire, LLC January 2008 - March 2010
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. November 1995 - December 2007
Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc 1993 - 1995
Deloitte 1984 - 1988
Sports Industries of America, Inc. 1981 - 1984
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
BS, Human Development
Belmont University - Jack C. Massey Graduate School of Business
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. April 2011 - Present
Baker Donelson Bearman Caldwell & Berkowitz August 2003 - April 2011
Education
Columbia Law School 2000 — 2003
J.D.
Emory University 1994 — 1998
B.A., English, History, Italian, and Linguistics
Bridgestone Americas, Inc May 2014 - Present
GE January 2012 - May 2014
GE Capital 2009 - January 2012
GE 2006 - 2009
General Electric Company 2005 - 2006
General Electric Company 2003 - 2005
GE Capital 2000 - 2003
Cadbury Schweppes 1997 - 2000
Texaco 1987 - 1997
Skills
Working Capital..., Treasury Management, Due Diligence, Treasury, Cash Management, Hedging, Mergers & Acquisitions, Capital Markets, Risk Management, Credit, FX Options, Strategy, Corporate Finance, Financial Modeling, Finance, Banking
Education
Iona College 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 2013 - Present
Waller Lansden Dortch & Davis June 2006 - June 2013
Lewis Fisher Henderson Claxton October 2003 - June 2006
Skills
Employment Law, Litigation, Arbitration, Discrimination, Legal Research, Hearings, Civil Rights, Employment..., Commercial Litigation, Civil Litigation, Legal Writing, Trade Secrets, Mediation, Business Litigation
Education
The University of Memphis—Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law 2000 — 2003
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
Middle Tennessee State University 1992 — 1997
B.S., Criminal Justice/Psychology
BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS July 2015 - Present
Firestone Building Products June 2014 - July 2015
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 2013 - June 2014
Firestone Building Products June 2012 - June 2013
Firestone Building Products June 2010 - May 2012
Firestone Building Products July 2008 - June 2010
Infiniti Plastic Technologies June 2007 - July 2008
Technicolor Universal Media Services May 2000 - April 2007
Skills
Manufacturing, Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, ISO, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Kaizen, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 2011 — 2013
MBA
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1995 — 2000
BS, Electrical Engineering Technology
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. February 2011 - Present
Education
University of Akron School of Law 2003 — 2007
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. November 2008 - Present
Neal, Gerber & Eisenberg, LLC July 2007 - November 2008
Equity Office August 1998 - May 2007
General Growth 1996 - 1998
Homart November 1980 - 1996
Skills
Real Estate, Real Estate Transactions, Employment Law, Leases, Corporate Governance, Arbitration, Contract Negotiation, Construction, International Relations, Landlord/Tenant Matters, Non-disclosure..., Legal Affairs, Management Of Outside..., General Practice of Law, Titling, Tenant, Shopping Centers, Transactional Law, Acquisitions, Disposition, International Law, Finance, Landlord, Restructuring, Private Equity, Mergers, Investment Properties, Strategic Planning, Business Transactions, Mergers & Acquisitions, Lease Negotiations, Property, Litigation Support, Securities Litigation, Legal Assistance, Appeals, Real Estate Economics, Leadership, Commercial Leasing, Patents, Trademarks, Legal Documents, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Financing, Litigation Management, Management, Environmental Law, Estate Planning, Trademark Infringement
Education
The John Marshall Law School 1977 — 1980
jd, law
Niles West High School
BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS, INC October 2014 - Present
BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS, INC January 2011 - October 2014
BRIDGESTONE AMERICAS, INC. March 2006 - January 2011
BRACKETT SYSTEMS 2006 - 2006
BANDAG, INC. 2004 - 2005
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Windows Server, Management, Databases, Operating Systems, Servers, Troubleshooting, Computer Hardware, Training, Cross-functional Team...
Education
St. Ambrose University 1984 — 1990
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. January 1993 - Present
Bridgestone Americas Holding 1974 - Present
Skills
Polymers, Strategic Sourcing, Raw Materials, Supply Management, Continuous Improvement, SAP, Supply Chain, Automotive, Purchasing, Global Sourcing, Process Improvement, Procurement, Kaizen, Supply Chain Management, Materials Management
Education
The University of Akron 1981 — 1989
B.S., Accounting
Cleveland Clinic February 2012 - Present
Cleveland Clinic June 2011 - Present
Cleveland Clinic May 2011 - February 2012
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. January 2008 - December 2010
Bridgestone Americas, Inc January 2006 - December 2007
Bridgestone Americas Holding July 2004 - December 2005
Bridgestone Americas Holding July 1996 - July 2004
Bridgestone Americas July 1989 - July 1996
Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Cleveland June 1982 - July 1989
Skills
Infrastructure Planning, ITIL, Budget Management, Virtualization, Server Management, Storage Management, Strategic Planning, Disaster Recovery, Business Continuity, SOX, Audit, IT Service Management, Project Coordination, Resource Management, IBM Mainframe, Data Center Operations, MBA, Team Building, Mentoring, Teamwork, Virtual Teams, Auditing, Data Center, SAP, Budgets, Infrastructure, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Windows Server, Project Planning, System Administration, Cross-functional Team..., Networking, Process Improvement, Management, Vendor Management, IT Management, CRM, Business Analysis, IT Strategy, Operating Systems, Six Sigma, Servers, Team Leadership, Quality Assurance, Business Process..., Integration, Leadership, Change Management, Enterprise Software, Information Technology
Education
Leadership Akron XXVI 2009 — 2010
Kent State University - Graduate School of Management 2007 — 2009
MBA, Business
The University of Akron 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, Math Minor
Midview High School 1976 — 1980
Degree, College Prep
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 1991 - Present
Skills
Strategic Planning, Project Management, Team Building, Data Analysis, Change Management
Education
University of Cincinnati College of Law 1978 — 1981
Bridgestone January 2014 - Present
Str8hustlin.com 2015 - 2015
Str8hustlin.com 2015 - 2015
Bridgestone August 1999 - January 2014
Bridgestone Americas Inc. August 1999 - February 2012
Skills
Test Planning, Quality Center, Software Project..., Process Improvement, Business Analysis, SQL, Systems Analysis, Test Automation, Analysis, QTP, Business Requirements, Agile Methodologies, Integration, Quality Assurance, Requirements Analysis, SDLC, Software Quality..., System Testing, Testing, Troubleshooting, Requirements Gathering, Performance Testing, IT Management, Business Intelligence, Test Management, SOA, Business Process, User Acceptance Testing, XML, Web Applications, MS Project, PMP, Software Development, Databases, DB2, Visio, Software Documentation
Education
Tennessee Technology Center at Nashville 2001 — 2005
Hendersonville High School 1981 — 1987
West High School 1981 — 1986
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. January 2009 - Present
Rubber Manufacturers Association June 2005 - January 2009
Personal Watercraft Industry Association 2001 - 2005
Stateside Associates March 1999 - August 2001
New York State Assembly - Office of Minority Leader 1997 - 1999
Skills
Strategic Communications, Politics, Policy, Government, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Strategy, Legislation, Public Affairs, Political Science, Grassroots Organizing, Crisis Communications, Speech Writing, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Grassroots
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
MBA, General Business
College of Saint Rose
MA, Political Science
Siena College
BA, Political Science
Albany Academy 1985 — 1989
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. September 2011 - February 2015
Bridgestone Americas November 2006 - August 2011
Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. May 2005 - October 2006
Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. June 2003 - May 2005
Bridgestone North American Tire, LLC 2000 - June 2003
Bridgestone Firestone North American Tire LLC 1997 - 2000
Skills
Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Procurement, Supply Management, SAP, Continuous Improvement, Strategic Sourcing, Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management, Supplier Diversity, Automotive, Process Improvement, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Global Sourcing, Kaizen, Pricing, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, 5S, Materials Management, Logistics
Education
Trevecca Nazarene University
BA, HR Management
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. March 1998 - Present
Skills
Product Liability, Litigation, Corporate Law, Appeals, Civil Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Class Actions, Legal Writing
Education
University of Notre Dame Law School 1988 — 1991
Juris Doctor, Law
Dartmouth College 1984 — 1988
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. January 2012 - Present
Bridgestone Americas Holding April 2005 - December 2011
Deloitte Tax LLP 2002 - 2005
arthur andersen 1999 - 2002
Harris County Appraisal District 1993 - 1999
Skills
Financial Reporting, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Analysis, Financial Modeling, Real Estate, Fixed Assets, Negotiation, Auditing, Forecasting, Compliance, Valuation, Property Tax
Education
Florida Atlantic University 2007 — 2010
Executive Masters in Tax, Taxation
Baylor University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), MIS/Quantitative Bus Analysis
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. February 2008 - Present
Skills
Information Security, Network Security, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessment, Intrusion Detection, IDS, Computer Security, Firewalls, Information Security..., IPS, PCI DSS, Application Security, Web Application Security, Security Audits, Security Incident..., Change Management, SIEM, Policy and Procedure..., ITIL, Servers, Networking, Management, Process Improvement
Education
Northern Illinois University 1900 — 1900
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. May 2011 - Present
Kelly DeWitt, P.C. March 2009 - April 2011
Holland & Knight LLP 2004 - 2009
Skills
Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Legal Research, Litigation, Courts, Mediation
Education
University of Illinois College of Law 1997 — 2000
JD, Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1993 — 1997
BS, Communications
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2011 - Present
Skills
Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Project Management, Change Management, Business Process..., ERP, Cross-functional Team..., Operations Management, Business Process
Education
The University of Akron 1970 — 1975
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. September 2013 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2008 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. April 2008 - April 2012
Sommer Barnard PC 2006 - 2008
Baker & Daniels 2000 - 2006
Skills
Patentability, Mergers, Legal Writing, Legal Advice, Copyright Law, Software Licensing, Trademarks, Trademark Infringement, Patent Prosecution, Drafting patent..., Software Contracts, IT contract negotiation, Drafting Agreements, Joint Ventures, Contract Negotiation, Procurement Contracts, Vendor Contracts, Registered Patent..., negot, Brand Licensing, Licensing
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Indianapolis 1997 — 2000
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Bridgestone Americas Inc. December 2011 - Present
Bridgestone Americas July 2009 - December 2011
Bridgestone Americas Tire Operations November 2001 - July 2009
Skills
Process Improvement, Procurement, Project Management, Purchasing, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, Six Sigma, Spend Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Global Sourcing, Leadership, Manufacturing, Inventory Management, Project Planning, Management, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain, Budgets
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1991 — 1995
B.S., Recreation Administration
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 2012 - Present
Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc. January 2004 - June 2012
Bridgestone Industrial Products America, Inc. January 1994 - June 2000
Skills
Budgets, Financial Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SAP, Process Improvement, Auditing, Forecasting
Education
Mississipi State University
Graduate Work, Quantitative, Economics, Management, Marketing
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Management
University of Arkansas
Bridgestone Americas, Inc January 1987 - Present
Skills
HVAC, Computer Operations, Data Center, Vendor Management, ITIL, Operations Management, Security, Management
Education
The University of Akron 1999 — 2008
MIS, Management
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 2011 - Present
Zimmer November 2008 - June 2011
Caterpillar Inc. November 2007 - November 2008
Baker & Daniels September 2004 - November 2007
Skills
Patent Prosecution, Patent Portfolio..., Trademarks, Intellectual Property, Patents, Patentability, Trade Secrets, Trademark Infringement, Legal Opinions, Intellectual Asset..., IP counseling, Corporate Law, Patent Applications, Client Counseling, Licensing, Patent Litigation
Education
Valparaiso University School of Law 2001 — 2004
J.D.
Purdue University
B.S., Electrical Engineering
Manchester University
B.S., Engineering Science
Baker Donelson August 2014 - Present
Neal & Harwell, PLC July 2013 - August 2013
Baker Donelson May 2013 - June 2013
Texas Court of Criminal Appeals July 2012 - August 2012
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. May 2012 - July 2012
Tennessee Chamber of Commerce and Industry January 2011 - May 2011
5th Judicial Circuit of Florida Public Defender's Office May 2010 - August 2010
LassiterWare May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Conversational in German, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Research, Public Speaking
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 2011 — 2014
Juris Doctorate, Law
Vanderbilt University 2007 — 2011
B.A., Public Policy, Managerial Studies
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 1995 - Present
Bridgestone / Firestone Inc 1995 - October 2012
ZeroChaos 2010 - 2012
IBM Global Business Services 2005 - 2008
Compuware 1995 - 2008
Bridgestone 1995 - 2008
Skills
Business Intelligence, COBOL, Business Analysis, SDLC, DB2, Process Improvement, Mainframe, Visio, Integration, Requirements Analysis, SharePoint
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1975 — 1977
Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Computer Science, 2.8
JPMorgan Chase & Co. October 2014 - Present
JPMorgan Chase & Co. August 2013 - October 2014
JPMorgan Chase & Co. June 2012 - August 2012
Bridgestone Americas, Inc February 2010 - August 2011
Bridgestone Americas, Inc December 2007 - February 2010
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. July 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Budgets, Leadership, Analysis, Program Management, Finance, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Business Process, Training, Business Strategy, Corporate Finance, Business Analysis, Financial Reporting, Business Process..., Budget Management, Financial Forecasting, Purchasing Negotiation, Project Management, Program Evaluation, Management, Process Improvement
Education
Penn State University 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance & Strategic Leadership
Penn State University 2001 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Economics
A.E. Hamilton LLC (dba Hamilton Group) March 2013 - Present
Bridgestone Americas Inc January 2011 - February 2013
Bridgestone Americas Inc 2006 - January 2010
Bridgestone Retail Operations April 1998 - December 2006
Skills
Internal Audit, SOX, Compliance, Auditing, Audit, Policy, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Process Improvement, Employee Benefits, Internal Controls, Management, Financial Reporting, US GAAP, Forecasting, Cost Accounting, Payroll, Sales, Finance, Managerial Finance, Financial Audits, Variance Analysis, Retail, Budgets, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Business Planning, Consolidation, P&L, SAP, IFRS, Strategic Financial...
Education
Savannah State University 1976 — 1980
BS, Accounting
Savannah State University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Bridgestone August 2015 - Present
Bridgestone April 2014 - Present
Bridgestone January 2013 - March 2014
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. August 2010 - January 2013
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. August 2009 - August 2010
Cleveland State University June 2007 - December 2008
Skills
Benefits Administration, HRIS, PeopleSoft, Employee Benefits, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Organizational..., Organizational..., Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Statistics, Employment Law, Data Analysis, Payroll, Lotus Notes, Outlook, Tesseract, Lynchval, SAP, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Adobe Acrobat, 401k, FMLA, Labor Relations, New Hire Orientations, HR Policies, Applicant Tracking..., Retirement, Employee Training, Pensions, Industrial Relations, SAP HR, Organizational Behavior, Workers Compensation
Education
Cleveland State University 2007 — 2008
Masters, Labor Relations/Human Resources
John Carroll University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2010 - Present
FirstEnergy 2007 - 2009
Linde Gas and Airgas March 2005 - November 2007
American Fidelity Assuramce Co. December 2002 - May 2004
CGI Management Consultants, Inc. June 2002 - November 2002
LTV Steel Co. July 1974 - June 2002
Education
The University of Akron 1969 — 1973
BA, Political Science
Bridgestone Americas, Inc June 2010 - Present
Diebold, Incorporated February 2006 - February 2010
Wipro GE Medical Systems April 2003 - September 2003
Skills
Testing, SDLC, Agile Methodologies, Business Intelligence, Requirements Gathering, SQL, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Software Development, Quality Assurance, Software Project..., Vendor Management, ERP, Microsoft SQL Server, Visio, Data Warehousing, Software Documentation, SharePoint, Integration, Software Quality..., XML, Oracle
Education
The University of Findlay 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Leadership and Business Organization
The University of Akron 2004 — 2006
MS, Computer Science
University of Madras 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Information Technology
McWane, Inc. September 2012 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc March 2002 - September 2012
CityLink 2001 - 2002
Keystone Steel & Wire 1998 - 2001
WICC Ltd 1993 - 1998
Skills
Industrial Hygiene, Industrial Safety, Accident Investigation, Inspection, EHS, Safety Management..., Auditing, Root Cause Analysis, Training, Manufacturing, Workers Compensation, Workplace Safety, VPP, Behavior Based Safety, Ergonomics, Leadership, Hazardous Materials, Risk Management, Compliance, Emergency Management, OSHA, Problem Solving, Lock Out Tag Out, Cross-functional Team..., Machine Guarding, Risk Assessment
Education
Truman State University 1989 — 1992
BS, Industrial Science
Augustana College 1988 — 1989
N/A, Mathematics
Metamora Township High School
Bridgestone August 2013 - Present
Bridgestone Americas February 2012 - August 2013
Bridgestone Americas Holding, Inc February 2010 - February 2012
Bridgestone Americas Inc. January 2008 - February 2010
MidAmerica BankShares February 2006 - December 2007
Crowell & Crowell CPA September 2005 - December 2005
Crowe Chizek & Company August 2004 - September 2005
Alliance for Credit Unions August 2002 - June 2004
First National Bank & Trust November 1999 - August 2002
Skills
MS Office Suite, SAP, SOX 404 (Including..., JSOX, Interpersonal..., Auditing, Business Process Design, Process Improvement, Internal Audit
Education
Troy State University 1996 — 1999
B.S, Accounting
Johnson and Wales University 1994 — 1996
A.S, Accounting
Federal Trade Commission July 2012 - August 2015
Third District Court of Appeals March 2011 - June 2012
Bridgestone Americas, Inc December 2007 - December 2010
United States Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals September 2010 - November 2010
United States Attorney's Office, Northern District of Ohio May 2010 - August 2010
U.S. Department of Justice June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Legal Research, Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Legal Writing
Education
University of Akron School of Law 2007 — 2010
Law Degree
University of Akron School of Law 2007 — 2010
McGill University Faculty of Law
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
PepsiCo July 2014 - Present
PepsiCo April 2013 - July 2014
Firestone Building Products June 2012 - March 2013
Bridgestone Americas Inc. March 2012 - May 2012
Bridgestone Americas Inc. July 2011 - April 2012
CytoSport, Inc. June 2010 - September 2010
500 Festival January 2010 - June 2010
Pacers Sports & Entertainment September 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Social Networking, Sales, Marketing Communications, Organizational..., Reasoning Skills, Collaborative Problem..., Outstanding time..., Negotiation, Leadership, Cross Functional Team..., Oral & Written..., Stress Management, Highly motivated..., Methodical, Reliable, Strong Presentation..., Public Speaking, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Support, Customer Engagement, B2B, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Training, Time Management
Education
Butler University 2007 — 2011
Bachelors, Marketing
Bridgestone Americas, Inc October 2002 - Present
Litigation Management, Inc, Mayfield Hts., OH 1998 - October 2002
Skills
Litigation, Litigation Management, Liability, Product Liability, Mediation, Claim, Claims Management, Subrogation, Legal Research, Personal Injury, Insurance
Education
David N. Myers College, Cleveland, OH 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science, Paralegal
The University of Akron 1989 — 1992
SVP Worldwide January 2011 - Present
Creative Designs by Trish January 2010 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. January 1999 - October 2009
MagneTek, Inc. 1997 - 1999
Ingram Book Group 1989 - 1997
Skills
Data Analysis, Employee Relations, Deferred Compensation, Interviews, Leadership, Team Building, HRIS, Incentive Programs, Analysis, New Hire Orientations, PeopleSoft, Process Improvement, Employee Training, Leadership Development, Management, Employee Benefits, Policy, Project Management, Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Six Sigma, Training, Budgets, Payroll, Human Resources, Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Coaching, Talent Management, Onboarding, Personnel Management, Customer Service, Sourcing, Organizational..., Recruiting, FMLA
Education
Tennessee Technological University 1977 — 1981
BS, Secondary Education
Bridgestone Americas Inc. July 2010 - Present
Gaffney Enterprises, LLC - BRIDGESTONE Americas July 2013 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, SAP, SharePoint, Customer Service, PeopleSoft, Process Improvement, Visio, Business Analysis, Access, Change Management, Leadership, Remedy Ticketing System, BI/BW Concept, Concur Expense Reporting, SAP Workflow, Documentum...
Education
Emmanuel Christian Seminary - Nashville, TN 2014 — 2015
Masters in Theology, Christian Studies
Argosy University Nashville 2013 — 2015
Master of Science in Organizational Leadership, Organizational Leadership
Fisk University 1994 — 2002
BA, English
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. August 2007 - Present
LG Electronics 2001 - 2006
Skills
Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, DMAIC, SPC, Minitab, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Statistics, FMEA, Kanban, Process Improvement, Black Belt, ASQ-Certified Master..., Operational Excellence, Lean Sigma, Management Operating..., Project Management, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, TPM, Lean manufacturing
Education
Instituto Tecnologico y de Estudios Superiores de Monterrey 1999 — 2002
Master's degree, Quality and Productivity Systems
Colegio de Postgraduados 1987 — 1991
Master's degree, Applied Statistics
Universidad Autonoma Chapingo 1977 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Edafology
Bridgestone Americas Inc 1992 - Present
Education
The University of Akron 1966 — 1971
BS Accounting, Accounting & Tax
University of Akron
Masters of Taxation, Taxation
Noranda Aluminum January 2015 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. March 2012 - January 2015
SFE Consulting August 2011 - February 2012
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. April 1989 - July 2011
Deloitte 1986 - 1989
Skills
Accounting, SOX, GAAP, Corporate Treasury, Investor Relations, SEC reporting, Financial Planning, Financial Analysis, Systems Analysis, Tax Accounting
Education
Miami University 1982 — 1986
BS, Accounting and Systems Analysis
Bridgestone February 2011 - Present
Bridgestone Americas, INC. February 2009 - Present
Skills
Automotive, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Continuous Improvement, Sales, Team Building, Process Improvement, Sales Management, Vehicles, Operations Management
Education
Gadsden State Community College 1994 — 1996
Associate's degree, Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Parker Hannifin 2013 - Present
Cliffs Natural Resources July 2011 - September 2013
Bridgestone Americas Inc July 2009 - March 2011
Tucker Ellis LLP June 2008 - May 2009
McDonald Hopkins LLC March 2005 - June 2008
Fay Sharpe August 2004 - March 2005
Benesch Law February 2002 - August 2004
Calfee, Halter & Griswold LLP July 1998 - February 2002
Skills
Outlook, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Mining, Budgets, Customer Service, Research, Windows, English, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Access, Accounting, Minerals, Human Resources, Project Management, Administrative..., Contract Management, Management, Patents
Education
Cleveland Institute of Dental-Medical Assistants-Lyndhurst 1989 — 1990
Certificate, Medical/Clinical Assistant
Kent State University 1989 — 1990
Some College, Business Administration and Management, General
Notary
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. May 2011 - Present
Lauth Group, Inc. March 2006 - May 2011
Krieg DeVault LLP May 1998 - March 2006
Education
Purdue University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor's Degree, Economics/Finance
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. July 1997 - Present
Skills
Product Development
Education
Chattanooga State Community College
South Pittsburg High School
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. 2014 - Present
USDA-ARS 2010 - 2014
International Service for the Acquisition of Agri-biotech Applications 2006 - 2010
Iowa State University 2001 - 2006
Skills
PCR, Lifesciences, Molecular Genetics, Agriculture, Science, Genomics, Molecular Biology, Genetics, Bioinformatics, Biochemistry, Plant Breeding
Education
Iowa State University
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD)
University of the Philippines Los Banos
Bridgestone Americas, Inc. June 2012 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Teaching, English, Outlook, HTML, Access, Public Speaking, Budgets, Customer Service, Windows, Teamwork
Education
Mississippi State University
Advanced study, Quantitative, Management, Marketing &
Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Arkansas
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)