Confluence Watersports
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DescriptionConfluence Outdoor is an American manufacturer of kayaks, canoes, and related accessories. The company comprises eight separate brands which each specialize in paddling sport boats or accessories. CEO: Susanne Rechner (Dec 17, 2007–) Owner: J.H. Whitney & Company Headquarters: Greenville, SC Founded: 1998 Subsidiaries: Dagger, Inc., Boardworks Inc., Perception, Inc., Adventure Technology, Kayak Gear Inc., Mad River Canoe, Inc. Type of business: Privately held company
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Confluence Watersports Employees
Unitiv April 2014 - Present
LexisNexis July 2011 - April 2014
Matrix Consulting July 2009 - July 2011
Confluence Watersports April 2009 - June 2009
Pomeroy IT Solutions June 2008 - March 2009
Geexology Consulting July 1997 - March 2009
Matrix Consulting August 2006 - June 2008
Northland Communications May 2001 - July 2006
Skills
DNS, Firewalls, VPN, Linux, VMware, Servers, Virtualization, System Administration, Routers, Cisco Technologies, CCNA, VMware ESX, Perl, Cisco IOS, Security, Hardware, Active Directory, Red Hat Linux, Networking, Troubleshooting, Unix, Data Center, Bash, Citrix, CCNP, Network Administration, Routing, WAN, Wireless, Linux System..., Windows, Open Source, TCP/IP, Integration, Solaris, Switches, Operating Systems, Windows Server, MPLS, HP, VMware Infrastructure, Disaster Recovery, Network Security, SAN, DHCP, vSphere, Apache, Ubuntu, Infrastructure
Education
Syracuse University 2005 — 2006
CCNP, Cisco Networking
Syracuse University 2005 — 2006
CQS, Cisco Firewall Specialist / Security
Onondaga Community College 1998 — 2000
N/A, Computer Engineering/Electronics
Confluence Watersports July 2007 - September 2015
Guardian Fiberglass/Guardian Building Products January 2007 - July 2007
Hanesbrands Inc. September 2002 - January 2007
Blumenthal Mills Print Works March 2001 - September 2002
Glen Raven September 1991 - February 2001
Jackson Mills June 1987 - September 1991
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Training, Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Manufacturing..., Product Development, Supplier Quality, Root Cause Analysis, Quality Management, Safety, Data Analysis, Composites, Rotational Molding, Thermoforming, Technical Textiles, Material Handling..., ISO, Six Sigma, Plastics, Machine Tools, Procurement, SPC, Kaizen, Product Design, Molding, Process Engineering
Education
Tri-County Technical College 1994 — 1998
Associate of Science (A.S.), Engineering, 3.65
Big Table Media November 2011 - May 2014
Confluence Watersports April 1998 - October 2010
Confluence Watersports 1998 - 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Sales, Product Management, Advertising, Marketing, Product Marketing, Sales Management, Retail, Social Media, Budgets, Brand Development, Public Relations, Account Management
Education
Sierra College
Confluence Watersports June 2014 - Present
Cooper Standard April 2010 - June 2014
Telics Engineering Ltd January 2010 - April 2010
Mountain Contractor, Ltd September 2008 - February 2009
Skills
APQP, PPAP, FMEA, TS16949, Kaizen, SPC, DFMEA, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, GD&T, Root Cause Analysis, Automotive, Manufacturing..., Supplier Quality, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Poka Yoke, Automotive Engineering
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Greenville 2007 — 2009
Associate of Computer Aided Drafting and Design, Engineering
ITT Technical Institute-Greenville
Eagles Nest Outfitters, Inc October 2013 - Present
Targus July 2010 - September 2013
Niner Bikes October 2009 - June 2010
Mock Orange Bikes October 2006 - September 2009
Takashina Life Preserver January 2004 - March 2006
Confluence Watersports May 1997 - December 2003
Skills
Product Development, Manufacturing, Management, Product Marketing, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Electronics, Design for Manufacturing, Product Launch, Product Management, Operations Management, Competitive Analysis, Sourcing, Product Innovation, Retail, Product Cost Analysis, The Outdoor Industry, Product Design, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Photography
Education
Kellogg Graduate School of Management 2013 — 2013
Certificate, Managing Product Design and Development
East China Normal University 2006 — 2006
Certificate, Chinese Language
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics and Political Science
Johnson Controls Inc. October 2012 - Present
Confluence Watersports June 2007 - June 2012
Siegel-Robert Automotive September 2002 - June 2007
Precision Valve Corporation April 1998 - September 2002
Saddleman, Inc. January 1994 - January 1998
Owens Corning January 1979 - January 1994
Skills
Results-driven Business..., Over 30 years of..., Experience in buiding..., Experienced with..., Experience in Demand..., Rotational, Injection Molding, Organization, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Lean Culture, Continuous Improvement, Demand Flow Technology, Plastics, Manufacturing..., 5S, Management, Value Stream Mapping, Strategic Planning, ISO, Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, Machine Tools, Product Development, Process Improvement, Molding, SPC, Product Design, FMEA, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, JIT, Kanban, Design for Manufacturing, Process Engineering, SMED, Automation, Supply Chain, Manufacturing Operations, TPM, Quality System, DMAIC, Operational Excellence, Poka Yoke, APQP, Supplier Quality, Assembly Lines, Machining, TQM, PPAP
Education
Bowling Green State University 1974 — 1979
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
PML
PML
PML
Harris Computer Systems June 2015 - Present
Harris Computer Systems August 2012 - June 2015
BB&T January 2012 - August 2012
Foothills Orthopedics October 2011 - January 2012
Confluence Watersports 2007 - 2011
Griffin Thermal Products June 2005 - December 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Retail, Receptionist Duties, Teamwork, Time Management, Data Entry, Telephone Skills, Outlook, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Inventory Management
Education
Greenville Technical College 2004 — 2006
Medical Billing & Coding, Medical
Palmetto high School 2000 — 2004
Robb Sports January 2011 - July 2013
Leggette, Brashears & Graham, Inc. August 2010 - December 2010
Confluence Watersports September 2007 - December 2009
Behr Paint September 2005 - September 2007
United Rentals Inc. September 2003 - November 2004
MACTEC engineering and consulting August 2002 - September 2003
RMT August 2000 - August 2002
Skills
Sales, Geology, Merchandising, Customer Service, Sports Marketing, Outdoor Recreation, Outdoor Adventures, Project Coordination, Territory Account..., Territory..., OSHA HAZ MAT 40 hr..., Red Cross 1st Aid and..., Eagle Scout, Sales Management, Project Management, Sales Presentations, Marketing, Sporting Goods, Trade Shows, Retail, Management, Inventory Management
Education
State University of West Georgia 1998 — 2000
Bachelor's degress of Science, Geology/Earth Science, General
Georgia Highlands College 1994 — 1998
Core classes, Geology/Earth Science, General
Citrix Systems ShareFile June 2013 - September 2015
Confluence Watersports July 2011 - April 2013
Confluence Watersports February 2011 - July 2011
BMW of North America, LLC October 2010 - February 2011
Furman University Outdoor Club August 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, CRM, SaaS, Account Management, Cloud Computing, Inventory Management, Training, Process Improvement
Education
Furman University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
BMW of North America, LLC December 2014 - Present
Confluence Watersports January 2014 - Present
Adams Scrap Recycling, LLC October 2012 - December 2013
ECPI Technical College August 2012 - October 2013
Skills
•Speaking and reading..., Operating heavy machines, cooking, Recycling metals, Customer service, Microsoft Office, First Aid
Education
ECPI University 2014 — 2016
Associate's Degree, Electrical, Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician
Al-Azhar University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Related Services
The American University in Cairo 2006 — 2007
Lower and Upper English language
Johnson Outdoors April 2013 - Present
Zike September 2012 - April 2013
Confluence Watersports January 2011 - September 2012
Zike March 2010 - January 2011
Medical Device Repair June 2008 - November 2010
Carmichael Training Systems December 2007 - December 2009
US Army August 2003 - January 2008
Skills
Solidworks, Research Design, China sourcing, Plastic Part Design, Product Managment, Tooling, Reverse Engineering, Value Engineering, DFM, Rotational Molding, Thermoforming, Rapid Prototyping, Surfcam, Kayaking, Injection Molding, Machine Tools, Design for Manufacturing, Patent Art Drafting, Plastics, CAD/CAM, Composites, Product Development, Product Design, Engineering, Manufacturing, Visual Mill CAM, China Manufacturing, VXelements 3D Scanning, Surface Metrology, Machining, Process Improvement, Mechanical Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., CAD, Manufacturing..., Solid Modeling, Industrial Design, Lean Manufacturing, Finite Element Analysis, Sheet Metal, Materials, Machine Design, PDM, GD&T, Testing, Inventor, Engineering Management, FMEA, Cnc, Tolerance Analysis
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1998 — 2003
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
California University of Pennsylvania 2004 — 2006
M.S., Exercise Science & Health Promotion
ORAFOL Americas September 2011 - Present
Confluence Watersports June 2009 - May 2011
Green Pro 2009 - 2011
Zwilling J.A. Henckels, LLC October 1997 - November 2009
Gannett Suburban Newspapers April 1995 - June 1997
Xerox Corporation February 1984 - October 1994
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Customer Service, Product Development, New Business Development, Team Building, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Forecasting, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Operations, CRM, Management, Team Leadership, Coaching, Training, Operations Management, Budgets, Negotiation, Marketing, B2B, Purchasing, Business Development
Education
State University of New York at New Paltz 1979 — 1983
BS, Education, Psychology
Confluence Watersports November 2012 - Present
BMW Manufacturing March 2011 - November 2012
Skills
Product Development, Sporting Goods, Merchandising, Retail, Manufacturing, Sales, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Purchasing, Continuous Improvement, Global Sourcing, Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, 5S, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Team Building, Process Improvement
Education
Greenville Technical College 1982 — 1985
Fashion Merchandising
Tsunami Sales Inc. 2008 - Present
Confluence Watersports 2004 - 2008
US Bank January 2000 - June 2002
Skills
Retail, Sales Management, Sales, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Leadership, Management, Event Planning, Public Relations, Sales Operations, Product Marketing, Trade Shows, Product Development
Education
The University of Montana 1996 — 1999
Goucher College 1995 — 1996
Business Administration, Management and Operations
BURRIS 2011 - Present
PeetINK Communications January 2008 - Present
Caldwell Communications 2008 - Present
Loftgoods 2003 - 2008
wilderness systems 2001 - 2003
confluence watersports 2001 - 2003
burris 2000 - 2001
tatum toomey whicker 1996 - 2000
the washington post 1987 - 1990
the charlotte observer 1984 - 1987
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Advertising, copywriting, creative direction, video, Creative Direction, Video, Copywriting, Brand Development, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Start-ups, Newsletters, Marketing, Direct Mail, Social Media Marketing, Creative Strategy, B2B, Email Marketing, Brochures, Art Direction, Online Advertising, Trade Shows, Corporate Branding, Digital Strategy, Interactive Marketing, SEM, Direct Marketing, Brand Management, Media Planning
Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
United States Marine Corps May 2010 - Present
Confluence Watersports February 2011 - June 2011
Nutra Manufacturing December 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Military, Security Clearance, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Mechanical, Solidworks, Windows, Linux, Ubuntu, Kubuntu, Visual Presentations
Education
Tri-County Technical College 2010 — 2014
Associate's degree, Engineering Technology, General
Confluence Watersports April 2012 - Present
Fiberweb Inc. September 2000 - January 2012
Fiberweb plc September 2000 - January 2012
Fiberweb, Inc January 2000 - January 2012
Inacom Information Systems January 1996 - January 2000
Collins Entertainment January 1995 - January 1996
Metropolitan Life Insurance January 1994 - January 1995
GATES/FA Distributing, Inc January 1992 - January 1995
Skills
Windows Server 2008, VMware Infrastructure, VMware ESX, Cisco Switches, Cisco Wireless, Windows Server 2003, Windows 7, Microsoft Office 2007, VMware Workstation, Checkpoint, Active Directory, Windows XP Professional, Windows Server, SharePoint, Data Center, Servers, Cisco Nexus, Troubleshooting, Disaster Recovery
Education
Greenville Technical College 1990 — 1995
Under Armour August 2014 - Present
COAOuterwear.com December 2011 - Present
Under Armour January 2014 - August 2014
Lands' End June 2012 - December 2013
Confluence Watersports 2013 - 2013
Lands' End January 2011 - March 2011
Aviva Embroideries and Embelishments June 2010 - September 2010
RunwayPassport.com June 2010 - September 2010
Head Wardrobe Stylist September 2009 - November 2009
MoBo Bicycle Co-Op May 2009 - June 2009
Skills
Trend Analysis, Creative Problem Solving, Apparel, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Fashion, Photoshop, Fashion Design, Visual Merchandising, Creative Direction, Product Design, Brand Development, Wordpress, Product Development, Sketching, Tech Packs
Education
University of Cincinnati 2009 — 2013
Fashion Design/Product Development, Fashion Design & Product Development
University of Cincinnati 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Fashion Design
Lake City High School
Asheville Product Development Solutions L.L.C. February 2015 - Present
Legacy Paddlesports March 2012 - Present
Confluence Watersports January 2009 - January 2012
Nantahala Outdoor Center June 2007 - January 2009
Pettit Racing June 2005 - April 2007
Parametric Solutions Inc November 2004 - April 2007
Leslie Controls Inc. March 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Unigraphics, Solidworks, ANSYS, Finite Element Analysis, Machining, Product Development, Manufacturing, Pro Engineer, CAD, Industrial Design, Injection Molding, Thermoforming, Rotomolding, Paddleposrts, Design for Manufacturing, Engineering, Machine Tools, Product Design, SolidWorks
Education
University of South Florida 2002 — 2004
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Draexlmaier Automotive of America July 2014 - Present
FormelD July 2013 - July 2014
Confluence Watersports August 2012 - January 2013
Draexlmaier Automotive Products July 2011 - August 2012
United States Postal Service December 2010 - May 2011
US Army November 2009 - March 2011
US Army July 2002 - October 2008
US Army July 2000 - June 2002
US Army January 1995 - June 2000
United States Army National Guard February 1991 - December 1994
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Sales, Merchandising, Sales Management, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Planning, Apparel, Sports, Management, Recruiting, Team Building, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management, Six Sigma, Training, Team Leadership
Education
North Central Institute
Diet Direct April 2015 - Present
Sealed Air Corporation May 2014 - April 2015
SYNNEX November 2013 - April 2014
AREA203 Digital March 2013 - August 2013
Cyberwoven June 2012 - March 2013
Verde Brand Communications October 2011 - June 2012
Confluence Watersports June 2008 - November 2011
Trelleborg Engineered Fabrics August 2007 - June 2008
General Information Services, Inc. September 2005 - August 2007
SCANA/PSNC July 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Copywriting, SEO, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Marketing, Advertising, Brand Development, Strategy, E-commerce, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Event Management, Leadership, Creative Direction, Account Management, Brand Management, Web Analytics, Websites, Project Management, Marketing Management, Blogging, Strategic Partnerships, Process Improvement, Press Releases, Product Marketing, SEM, Start-ups, Email Marketing, Business Development, Content Development, Digital Strategy, Social Networking, Digital Communication..., Content Strategy, Strategic Planning, Corporate Communications, B2B, Website Development, Agile Project Management
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1999 — 2003
Journalism and Mass Communications
The North Carolina Zoo June 2004 - Present
The North Carolina Zoo August 2003 - June 2004
Confluence Watersports 2001 - 2003
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
BA, Radio, Television and Motion Pictures
University of North Carolina at Wilmington
BA, Parks and Recreation Administration/Outdoor Recreation
Confluence Watersports November 2011 - Present
K&S Food Service November 2009 - November 2011
Skills
Inventory Management, Team Building, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Warehouse Management, Process Improvement, Customer Service, Management, Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Outlook, Marketing Strategy, Restaurant Management, Forecasting, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Retail
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1998 — 2001
Bachelors, Criminal Justice / Business
Electrolux January 2013 - Present
Electrolux August 2011 - Present
Electrolux March 2011 - August 2011
Lang-Mekra North America July 2010 - February 2011
Autodesk February 2009 - January 2010
Moldflow November 2003 - January 2009
Confluence Watersports May 2003 - November 2003
Beaumont Technologies May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Time Management, Manufacturing, Data Driven Testing, Injection Molding, Cross-functional Team..., Product Design, Analytical Skills, CRM
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Belk College of Business 2007 — 2009
MBA, Business
Pennsylvania State University-Erie Campus 1999 — 2003
BS, Plastics Engineering Technology
Pennsylvania State University-Erie Campus 1999 — 2003
plastics
Confluence Watersports February 2013 - Present
Confluence Watersports January 2012 - February 2013
Confluence Watersports May 2011 - January 2012
Confluence Watersports September 2009 - May 2011
Confluence Watersports October 2008 - September 2009
Confluence Watersports April 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Critical Thinking, Product Management, Market Analysis, Voice of the Customer, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Data Analysis, Product Launch, MS Project, Data mining, Business Strategy, Manufacturing, Sales, Forecasting, Product Marketing, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Management, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Leadership, Team Leadership, Retail, E-commerce, Pricing, Consumer Products, Sporting Goods, Merchandising, Analysis, P&L Management, Brand Management, Cross-functional Team..., Trade Shows, Brand Development, Marketing Management, Apparel, Marketing, Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Product Design
Education
Presbyterian College 2002 — 2006
B.A., Political Science
Confluence Watersports July 2009 - Present
Cox CustomMedia 2006 - 2008
Skills
Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Retail, Online Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Advertising, E-commerce, Event Management, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Event Planning, Copywriting, InDesign, Creative Direction, Marketing, Online Marketing, Corporate Branding, Product Development
Education
Greenville Technical College
Associate, Graphic Design
Southern Wesleyan University
Bachelors, Business Administration
Confluence Watersports May 2011 - Present
F3 Product Design 2005 - Present
Concept Center International 2008 - 2011
MedVenture Technology 2000 - 2004
Education
Auburn University 1997 — 2000
Masters, Industrial Design
Bob Jones University 1990 — 1994
Confluence Watersports May 2005 - Present
Nauvoo Pageant July 2010 - July 2011
Watermark Paddle Sports October 2002 - April 2005
Perception campus of Watermark Paddle Sports June 1999 - September 2002
Incandescent Multimedia August 1998 - June 1999
Design Innovation October 1996 - August 1998
Perception Inc. August 1992 - September 1996
Montana Rail Link 1995 - 1996
Skills
CAD/CAM, Organization Skills, Illustrator, Product Design, 3D Modeling, Innovation, Teamwork, Technical Presentations, CNC Programming, Product Development, Model Making, Woodworking, Solidworks, CAD, Scuba Diving, Kayaking, Industrial Design, Marketing, Kayak, Design for Manufacturing, Plastics, Machine Tools, Manufacturing, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Machining, Graphics, Logo Design, Concept Development, Design Strategy, Sporting Goods, Design Thinking, Action Sports, Outdoor Recreation, Rapid Prototyping, Molding, Injection Molding, Sketchbook Pro, Surface Modeling, Modeling, Concept Generation, Branding & Identity, Sketching, Rock Climbing, Corporate Branding, Trade Shows
Education
Art Institute of Seattle 1990 — 1992
AA, Industrial Design
The University of Montana 1985 — 1986
General Studies
Hellgate High School, Missoula MT 1980 — 1983
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Montana Properties April 2015 - Present
Prudential Montana Real Estate 2006 - Present
Yellowstone Club October 1999 - April 2008
Confluence Watersports 1999 - 2006
Skills
Real Estate, Buyer Representation, Foreclosures, Luxury, Negotiation, REO, Resorts, Short Sales, Residential Homes, Buyers, Investment Properties, ABR, Property
Education
Colorado State University
Graphic Visual Solutions November 2011 - Present
Pace Communications February 2008 - October 2011
SEE Design Group May 2005 - October 2011
Pace Communications June 2004 - May 2006
PBM Graphics July 2002 - May 2004
Confluence Watersports May 2000 - July 2002
PBM Graphics November 1998 - May 2000
Adplex August 1994 - October 1998
Elon University June 1990 - August 1994
Skills
Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Copywriting, Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Offset Printing, Digital Printing, Web Printing, Packaging, Wide-Format Graphics, Microsoft Office, Email Marketing, PC or Mac? Both!, Graphics, Marketing, Direct Mail, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Communications, Brand Development, Catalogs, QuarkXPress
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1982 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design
Magna International October 2009 - Present
Magna Interiors 2010 - 2011
Confluence Watersports July 2006 - October 2009
Xpress Networks, Inc 2001 - 2005
Skills
Cisco Switches, Microsoft Technologies, Exchange Connectivity
Education
Florida Atlantic University
Belk January 2015 - Present
Freelance March 2003 - Present
Belk Stores Services October 2007 - January 2015
Cox Marketing Group March 2007 - October 2007
Confluence Watersports March 2006 - March 2007
Ambrosi March 2005 - March 2006
BOLT 2000 - 2003
Wachovia (formerly First Union) 1997 - 1999
Skills
Art Direction, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Advertising, Creative Strategy, Project Management, Producing, Corporate Identity, InDesign, Graphics, Branding & Identity, Magazines, Marketing, Typography, Broadcast, Brand Development, Concept Development, Packaging, Adobe Creative Suite, Catalogs, Direct Mail, Branding, Marketing Strategy, Layout, Art, Creative Direction
Education
The University of Georgia 1992 — 1996
BFA
University of Georgia 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Confluence Watersports November 2014 - Present
Comatrol [Member of The Sauer-Danfoss Group] March 2012 - November 2014
US Navy June 2011 - January 2012
US Navy May 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Matlab, Solidworks, Project Management, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Finite Element Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Military, Product Development, Continuous Improvement
Education
United States Naval Academy 2006 — 2010
BS, Systems Engineering
Oceanside High School 2002 — 2006
High School Diploma
University of Georgia Department of Civil Engineering May 2014 - Present
Confluence Watersports January 2013 - Present
Patterson & Dewar Engineers, Inc. May 2015 - August 2015
Classic City Installation & Extraction April 2014 - September 2014
SMAXbags January 2012 - May 2014
Endless River Adventures April 2010 - 2013
YMCA Camp High Harbour, Rabun Gap Georgia 2009 - 2009
Skills
Start-ups
Education
The University of Georgia 2012 — 2016
Civil Engineering
North Georgia College and State University 2011 — 2012
Energizer August 2014 - Present
Energizer October 2005 - Present
Confluence Watersports June 1999 - March 2003
Skills
SAP, Microsoft Office, MIG welding, Arc Welding, Preventive Maintenance, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Kaizen, Materials Management, TPM, Continuous Improvement, Logistics, Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Inventory Management, Planned Preventative..., Product Development, Engineering Management, Project Planning, Manufacturing..., Value Stream Mapping, ISO, Toyota Production System, SMED, SPC, DMAIC
Education
South University 2008 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration, 3.4
Confluence Watersports May 2010 - Present
Lole April 2009 - May 2010
Patagonia April 2004 - July 2008
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Sales Management, Trade Shows, Sales Operations, Management, Selling, Inventory Management, Retail, Merchandising, Marketing, Advertising, Product Development, Social Media, Event Management, E-commerce, Product Marketing, Brand Development
Education
University of Oregon 2001 — 2003
Master's Science, Journalism
University of North Carolina at 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Environmental Studies
Confluence Watersports September 2013 - December 2014
Karla Colletto Swimwear, Inc. March 2011 - September 2013
Signature Theatre November 2010 - December 2010
Arena Stage October 2010 - October 2010
Washington Shakespeare Company September 2010 - October 2010
Shakespeare Theatre Company July 2010 - September 2010
Shakespeare Theatre Company February 2010 - July 2010
SA VA May 2009 - September 2009
Moore Architects, PC February 2008 - May 2009
Lantern Theater Company 2008 - 2008
Skills
Draping, Photoshop, Illustrator, Apparel, CAD, Excel, Microsoft Office, Word, Budgeting, Customer Service, Research, Quickbooks, Writing, Adobe Creative Suite, Fashion, Sewing, Fashion Design, Spanish, English, Product Development, Social Media, Scheduling, Garment Construction, Fashion Illustration, Pattern
Education
Moore College of Art and Design 2008 — 2010
Certificate, Fashion Technology
Boston University 1998 — 2002
BA, Sociology
Sleep Number April 2014 - Present
Gill Marks October 2012 - December 2014
Confluence Watersports December 2009 - September 2012
NCR October 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Computer Hardware, Windows 7, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Active Directory
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 2003 — 2008
Media Arts, Business
Colonial, LLC March 2015 - Present
Triad Growth Partners September 2014 - March 2015
Best Western High Point Hotel 2006 - 2011
Radisson 2006 - 2011
Confluence Watersports 2003 - 2005
Skills
Human Resources, Payroll, Training, Personnel Management, Employee Relations, Recruiting, HR Policies, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Accounts Payable &..., ADP Payroll, Desktop Publishing, Office Management, Creation of Standard..., Customer Service, Interviews, Management, Microsoft Office, SAP
Education
Guilford Technical Community College 2005 — 2008
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Camden County College 1992 — 1994
Accounting and Business/Management
Sinclair Broadcast Group August 2015 - Present
Confluence Watersports August 2012 - May 2015
Confluence Watersports April 2009 - August 2012
Confluence Watersports October 2006 - April 2009
Capital Management Services March 2005 - October 2006
Capital Management Services September 2004 - March 2005
Warehouse Home Furnishings January 2002 - September 2004
Skills
Forecasting, Budgets, Credit, Accounting, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement, Analysis, Product Development, Management, Retail, General Ledger, Financial Reporting, Sales, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Sales Management, Business Analysis, Microsoft Office, Accounts Receivable, Data Analysis, Banking, Risk Management, Pentaho, PowerPoint, Problem Solving, Budgeting, Compliance, Cash Management, TM1/Cognos, QAD
Education
Brevard College
Outdoor Education
Greenville Technical College
Human Services, General
The Katuah Consultancy September 2015 - Present
The Katuah Consultancy September 2015 - Present
Legacy Paddlesports February 2006 - September 2015
Yadkin-Pee Dee Lakes Project (nka Central Park NC) 2003 - 2005
Confluence Watersports 1996 - 2002
Skills
Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Event Planning, Public Relations, Brand Development, Social Media, Retail, Sales Management, Organizational..., Organizational Design, Lean Manufacturing, Leadership, Management, Team Building, Strategic Financial..., New Business Development, Sales, Event Management, International Trade
Education
Carolina Evangelical Divinity School 2001 — 2006
Master of Arts, Theology
John Wesley College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Theology, Theology
Wake Forest University 1973 — 1977
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
T. Wingate Andrews HS 1970 — 1973
T. Wingate Andrews HS
T. Wingate Andrews HS
Jackson Kayak October 2011 - Present
Orion Coolers July 2014 - Present
Jackson Kayak 2007 - Present
Self September 2009 - September 2011
General Dynamics, Armament and Technical Products September 2006 - September 2009
Confluence Watersports April 2001 - December 2005
Goodrich April 2001 - August 2005
Skills
Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, Marketing, Management, Continuous Improvement, New Business Development, Customer Service, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Engineering, Strategy, Sales, Team Building, Process Engineering, Aerospace, Supply Chain, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Product Management, Quality Assurance, Analysis, Sourcing, Supplier Quality, Problem Solving, Change Management, Budgets, Supply Chain Management, Customer Relations, Budgeting, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Marketing Communications, Brand Development, Brand Management
Education
Clemson University 1995 — 2000
BS, Mechanical Engineering
MTI Adventurewear December 2001 - Present
Confluence Watersports January 1998 - August 2001
Mad River Canoe November 1992 - January 1998
Badger Sports of London January 1986 - May 1992
Skills
Strategic Planning, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Sporting Goods, Merchandising, Retail, Sports Marketing, Event Management, Footwear, Marketing, Sports, Public Relations, Apparel, Advertising, New Business Development
Education
University of London 1983 — 1985
King's College London, MA, Commonwealth History
Colorado College 1979 — 1983
BA with Distinction, History
University Lake School 1974 — 1979
High School
AF Global Corporation 2013 - Present
Confluence Watersports March 2011 - January 2013
Yokohama Tire Corporation July 2009 - September 2010
Spartanburg Steel Products 2009 - 2009
Benteler Automotive 2006 - 2008
Faurecia 2003 - 2005
Edscha North America 2002 - 2004
Woodward 2001 - 2003
Cummins Inc. 1999 - 2001
Honeywell May 1983 - February 2000
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Quality Management, Quality Systems, Problem Solving, Engineering, DMAIC, Quality System, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing, SPC, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Kaizen, Continuous Improvement, APQP, FMEA
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville - College of Business Administration 1996 — 1998
BS, Business Transformation - Lean Systems
Almeda University 1998 — 2001
Masters Business, Management
The NPD Group September 2015 - Present
Train Robbery Syndicate June 2015 - Present
Accell Group July 2014 - Present
Accell Group April 2013 - June 2014
Pacific Coast Feather February 2006 - March 2013
REAL D September 2005 - February 2006
Confluence Watersports October 2002 - July 2005
Saltmine 2000 - 2002
RTSE 1998 - 2000
Next Generations Technology Ltd. February 1995 - May 1997
Skills
Pricing Strategy, Online Marketing, Product Management, Channel Marketing, eCRM, Product Marketing, Online Branding, B2B Marketing, Brand Alignment, Sporting Goods, Pricing Optimization, CRM software, B2B eCommerce, Intelligent Agents, Social Media, E-business, SAP BW, Pricing, B2B, Analytics, E-commerce, Promotions, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, SaaS, Brand Development, SEO, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Business Development, Channel Partners, Action Sports, Brand Management, Leadership, Marketing, Start-ups, Market Research, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Product Launch, Marketing Research, Trade Shows, Management, Multi-channel Marketing, New Business Development, Sales, CRM, Product Development, Strategy
Education
University of Kentucky 1990 — 1992
Master's Degree
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1986 — 1990
BS
Rajant Corporation July 2015 - Present
Vibram Group March 2015 - July 2015
Self Employed May 2014 - August 2014
Confluence Watersports March 2011 - May 2014
CTS Consolidated Telecom Services June 2009 - March 2011
Austin Canoe & Kayak April 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Sales Operations, Sales, Time Management, Lead Generation, Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Sales Management, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Merchandising, Retail, Sales Process
Education
Texas State University 2005 — 2009
BA, Communications
6Design November 2009 - Present
LeMond Revolution LLC February 2013 - April 2014
Cerevellum November 2009 - February 2013
Confluence Watersports July 2004 - November 2009
Hopkins Manufacturing 2002 - 2004
Design Agency 2000 - 2002
Education
Purdue University 1996 — 2000
BA, Industrial Designer
New Castle Chrysler High School
Plant & Supply Locator February 2013 - Present
Cox Media Group July 2008 - January 2013
Furman University May 2000 - July 2008
Confluence Watersports February 2008 - May 2008
Clear Channel 2007 - 2007
Skills
Marketing, Social Networking, Advertising, Social Media, Print Media, Video Production, Multimedia, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Radio, Video Editing, Press Releases, Radio Broadcasting, Public Speaking, Adobe Audition, Digital Media, Media Relations, Broadcast, Survivability, Website Promotion, Social Promotion, Radio Promotions, Sales Promotion
Education
Western Carolina University 2005 — 2007
BS, Broadcast/Comunications
Lander University 2002 — 2004
Lander University 2002 — 2004
Communications
Travelers Rest High School 1999 — 2002
High School Diploma
Cascadia Foodshed Financing Project June 2013 - Present
Washington Coast Works February 2015 - Present
Seattle Impact Investing Group October 2012 - Present
Gilded Rogue Enterprises January 2015 - Present
Seattle Angel Conference March 2013 - December 2014
Energy Friendly Ventures March 2009 - December 2014
Home Performance Collaborative February 2011 - March 2012
Home Performance Washington April 2009 - August 2011
Sustainable Seattle January 2008 - January 2009
Confluence Watersports 2003 - 2007
Skills
Entrepreneurship, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Social Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Impact Investing, Start-ups, Project Management, New Business Development, Nonprofits, Team Building, Angel Investing, Program Development, Due Diligence, Private Equity, Strategic Partnerships, Event Planning, Spanish, Market Research, Financial Modeling, Credit Analysis, Strategic Financial..., Alternative Investments, Business Networking, Board Relations, Communication, Computing, Debt & Equity Financing, International Travel, Networking, Personnel Management, Conservation Issues
Education
University of Arkansas 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Earth Science, Geology
University of Costa Rica 1997 — 1997
Latin American Studies
Gaia Herbs 2014 - Present
Earth Renewable Technologies 2014 - Present
Select Design 2011 - 2014
Burton Snowboards 2001 - 2011
Confluence Watersports 1996 - 2001
Skills
Creative Direction, Footwear, Apparel, Brand Development, Action Sports, Trade Shows, Product Development, Product Design, Integrated Brand..., Luxury Brand Marketing, New Business Development, Innovation
Education
North Carolina State University 1990 — 1995
BEDA, BARC, BID, Design
Domus Academy
Blue Ridge Electric Cooperative November 1996 - Present
Confluence Watersports May 1993 - November 1996
Perception Kayaks May 1993 - November 1996
Education
Greenville Technical College
Confluence Watersports April 2014 - August 2015
Confluence Watersports September 2013 - March 2014
Mortgage Network, Inc. January 2013 - September 2013
Hapag Lloyd Flug GmbH March 2012 - May 2012
Blue Wave Marketing & Promotions June 2011 - August 2011
CEA Global Education January 2011 - May 2011
Islands Company June 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Social Media, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Online Marketing, Marketing, Microsoft Office Suite, Intermediate Spanish..., Spanish, Logistics, Marketing Communications, Windows, Transportation, Online Advertising, Oral & Written..., Organizational..., Strongly self-motivated, Data Analysis, Data Entry, Office Administration, Adobe Creative Suite, Content Marketing, Event Planning, Blogging, Interior Decoration, Interior Design
Education
New York School of Interior Design 2015 — 2016
Basic Interior Design Program
Inchbald School of Design - London, UK 2014 — 2014
Interior Design
College of Charleston 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), International Business and Global Logistics and Transportation
Suffolk University 2008 — 2009
Confluence Watersports 2005 - 2007
Education
The University of Montana - School of Business Administration 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Anderson Bauman Tourtellot Vos & Company 2008 - Present
Caring Support Services LLC March 2004 - July 2008
Confluence Watersports March 2003 - March 2004
Burt's Bees June 2001 - July 2002
eDesigner Source March 2000 - December 2000
Sara Lee Hosiery February 1994 - December 1999
Sara Lee/Suomen Trikoo Apparel Group July 1992 - February 1994
Sara Lee Personal Products-Europe October 1991 - July 1992
Sara Lee Hosiery July 1989 - October 1991
United States Navy May 1982 - May 1987
Skills
Supply Chain Management, Start-ups, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Restructuring, Operations Management, Turn Around Management, Strategy, Business Process..., Business Strategy, Management, Supply Chain, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Financial Modeling, Management Consulting, Due Diligence, Mergers & Acquisitions, Asset Based Lending, ERP, Corporate Development, Product Development, Analysis, Private Equity, Executive Management, Budgets, Leadership
Education
Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business 1987 — 1989
Duke University 1978 — 1982
BA
Adventures On The Gorge May 2011 - Present
Angel Fire Resort November 2010 - Present
North American River Runners February 1999 - May 2011
Massanutten Four Seasons Resort December 2004 - April 2009
Nantahala Outdoor Center February 2008 - January 2009
Confluence Watersports/Wave Sport Kayaks January 2004 - February 2008
Confluence Watersports 2003 - 2008
Skills
Sales, Team Building, Public Relations, Social Media, Creative Direction, Outdoor Recreation, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Sports, Public Speaking, Online Advertising, Tourism, Wilderness First..., Budgets, PowerPoint, Leadership, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Facebook, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Customer Service, Sales Management, Kayak, Retail, Online Marketing, Hospitality, Marketing Strategy, Rafting, Editing, Whitewater Kayaking, Training, Blogging, Ski, Camping, Outdoors, Paddling, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Adventure Travel, Trade Shows, Microsoft Word, Experiential Education, Coaching, Marketing Communications, Outdoor Education, Outdoor Adventures, Sports Marketing
Education
Marshall University 1997 — 1999
Changing Leads Thoroughbred Retraining Project, Inc. April 2015 - Present
Confluence Outdoor December 2011 - April 2015
Confluence Watersports March 2010 - December 2011
The Peace Center for the Performing Arts August 2009 - December 2009
Climatic Corporation May 2009 - August 2009
The Carolina Agency September 2008 - May 2009
G- The Magazine of Greenville May 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Outdoor Industry, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Branding, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Advertising, Blogging, Video Production, Web Project Management, Web Content Management, E-commerce, Team Management, Graphic Design, Event Planning, Management, Social Media, Press Releases, Marketing, Public Relations, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Web Design, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Sponsorship, Publishing, Facebook
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 2008 — 2009
MMC, Journalism; Integrated Communication
Clemson University - College of Business and Behavioral Science 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing; Minor: Animal and Veterinary Science
Confluence Outdoor April 2014 - Present
Confluence Watersports February 2012 - April 2014
Confluence Watersports December 2009 - February 2012
ModernTech Mechanical October 2006 - December 2009
Rockwell Automation 1998 - 2006
MEMC July 1995 - June 1998
Skills
Product Management, Manufacturing, Sales, Product Development, Sales Management, New Business Development, Product Launch, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Business Strategy, Team Building, Process Improvement, Six Sigma
Education
University of South Carolina - Darla Moore School of Business 1997 — 2000
MBA, Business Administration
Rose-Hulman Institute of Technology 1990 — 1994
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Northwest River Guides LLC Instructor TrainerAmerican Canoe Association2000 - Present
Confluence Watersports 1992 - 2007
Wavesport Kayaks 1994 - 2006
Education
Lewis and Clark College 1996 — 1999
BA, Business
Point 65N May 2012 - Present
Pelican International January 2010 - April 2012
The Coleman Company, Inc. June 2007 - October 2008
Confluence Watersports March 2002 - June 2007
Salomon October 1997 - March 2002
Edelweiss Ski Shop / Blue Ridge Outfitters January 1993 - September 1998
US ARMY RESERVES August 1989 - August 1995
Skills
Retail, Sporting Goods, Sales, Forecasting, Merchandising, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Sales Management, Business Development, Sales Operations, Negotiation, Product Development, Apparel, Trade Shows, Management, Time Management, Customer Service, Pricing, Marketing Strategy, Footwear, Marketing, Inventory Management, Product Management, Product Marketing, Brand Development, Brand Management, P&L Management, Entrepreneurship, Advertising, Strategic Partnerships, Social Media Marketing, Kicking Ass
Education
Marshall University
Criminal Justice
Confluence Watersports October 2006 - Present
Faurecia Interior Systems 2004 - 2006
Skills
Financial Analysis, Forecasting, GAAP, Budgets, Competitive Analysis, Auditing, Financial Reporting, Inventory Management, Internal Controls, Financial Accounting, Accounting, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Management, Account Reconciliation
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business
BS, Accounting
Hearst Magazines January 2006 - Present
UNC Greensboro 2005 - 2006
Confluence Watersports 1997 - 2001
Education
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 2002 — 2006
Economics, Math, Economics
USANA Health Sciences September 2007 - Present
Confluence Watersports February 2011 - August 2012
Prijon Kayaks / Wildwasser Sport USA March 1997 - March 2007
Skills
Caregiving, Caretaking, House Sitting, Pet Sitting, Therapeutic Recreation, Outdoor Adventures, Adventure Education
Education
University of California, Davis 1980 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Rhetoric/ Communication
Palma High School
Jackson Kayak March 2009 - Present
Pelican International 2007 - 2008
Confluence Watersports 2003 - 2007
Confluence Watersports 2000 - 2003
Mahoney's Outfitters 1997 - 2000
Education
East Tennessee State University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Biological Sciences Major, Spanish Minor
Florida State University 1994 — 1997
Biological Sciences
McCallie School 1990 — 1994
Renaissance Computing Institute September 2010 - Present
Apple Rock Displays July 2006 - September 2010
Offutt Systems October 2005 - July 2006
Confluence Watersports May 2000 - October 2005
American Express September 1999 - May 2000
Com-Kyl January 1994 - July 1999
Skills
Apache, VMware, Microsoft Office, Business Analysis, Databases, Social Media Marketing, Networking, Salesforce.com, Red Hat Linux, Social Media, Visio, Network Administration, Project Management, Windows, Process Improvement, Data Center, System Administration, C#, XML, Linux, Management, Technical Support, Product Development, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL, MySQL
Education
High Point University 2006 — 2009
Bacherlor of Arts, Computer Science
Opportunities Industrialization Center West 1993 — 1993
Certified Electronic Assembler, Electronics
Opportunities Industrialization Center West 1993 — 1993
Certified Electronic Technician, Electronics
Confluence Watersports March 2015 - March 2015
Favor April 2015 - 2015
Skills
Advertising, Marketing Communications, Brochures, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Photography, Image Manipulation, Layout, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Graphics, Creative Writing, Entrepreneurship, Social Media
Education
Clemson University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (BS), Graphic Communications
Art Institute of Atlanta 2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Photographic Imaging
Dish Network December 2009 - Present
UNC Asheville February 2005 - August 2008
Confluence Watersports 2005 - 2005
Skills
SQL, Microsoft Excel, Access, Forecasting, Hyperion Interactive..., Netezza, Process Improvement, Training, Data Analysis, Microsoft Word, Call Centers, Analysis, Vendor Management
Education
University of North Carolina at Asheville 2004 — 2009
Economics
Wayfair July 2015 - Present
Confluence Watersports June 2014 - August 2014
Morgan Stanley July 2010 - May 2013
Liberty Global May 2009 - August 2009
Education
Tuck School of Business at Dartmouth 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Duke University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor’s Degree
Confluence Outdoor August 2012 - Present
Confluence Watersports May 2010 - Present
Find Great People October 2009 - May 2010
PrideStaff December 2009 - February 2010
Medfirst Staffing June 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Recruiting, Human Resources, New Hire Orientations, Employee Relations, Outlook
Education
University of Phoenix 2003 — 2007
Masters, Management
MTI Adventurewear January 2002 - Present
Confluence Watersports 1999 - 2002
Mad River Canoe 1989 - 1999
Camp Hazen YMCA 1978 - 1985
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Product Design, Administration, Manufacturing, Marketing, Sales, Apparel, Brand Development, Sales Management, Retail, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, System Administration, Advertising, Product Launch, Event Management, Product Marketing
Education
Colby College 1979 — 1984
BA, Philosophy
The Hammonassett School 1976 — 1979
High School
Hammonasset
Hammonasset
Hammonasset
ProfitStaff September 2015 - Present
Sherrill Tree, Inc February 2012 - June 2015
S&M Brands, Inc. May 2011 - April 2012
Neff Rental February 2010 - March 2011
Best Buy May 2010 - December 2010
Confluence Watersports 2003 - 2006
Skills
Sales Support, Sales Management, Email Marketing, Microsoft Office, Phone Sales, Phone Etiquette, Business Travel, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Sales Operations, Negotiation, Account Management, Microsoft Excel, Contract Negotiation, Telemarketing, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Team Building
Education
Appalachian State University 2004 — 2009
BS, Marketing
Kaenon February 2015 - Present
Hari Mari September 2014 - Present
Yakima Products October 2012 - Present
Hurricane Aqua Sports July 2012 - Present
Astral Buoyancy Company November 2011 - Present
BIC Sport North America, INC. October 2011 - Present
Modern Tradition Sales October 2011 - Present
GOAL ZERO February 2014 - August 2014
Confluence Watersports March 2007 - October 2011
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Sales, Sales Management, Marketing, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Product Marketing, Brand Development, Trade Shows, Entrepreneurship, Product Forecasting, Brand Management, New Business Development, Customer Service, Forecasting, E-commerce, B2B, CRM, Purchasing, Pricing, Competitive Analysis, Email Marketing, Product Management, Sales Operations
Education
University of North Florida 2001 — 2005
BBA, Business Management
University of North Florida
BBA, Marketing
Confluence Watersports
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Retail, Manufacturing, Sales, Customer Service, Lean Manufacturing, Warehousing, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Strategic Planning, Six Sigma, Purchasing, Product Development, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Negotiation, Manufacturing..., Management, Logistics, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Contract Negotiation
Education
Wofford College 1997 — 2001
Gardner-Webb University 2008 — 2011
Master of Business Administration (MBA), International Business, 4.0
Confluence Watersports August 2013 - Present
Gloenco December 2011 - August 2013
Bausch & Lomb August 2007 - November 2010
Bausch and Lomb August 1996 - August 2007
The Clorox Company August 1989 - August 1996
Heckler Manufacturing November 1987 - August 1989
Skills
Financial Analysis, Variance Analysis, Budgets, Cost Accounting, Financial Reporting, Access, Process Improvement, Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, PeopleSoft, Human Resources, Management, Finance
Education
Converse College 2001 — 2004
MLA, History
University of South Carolina Upstate 1994 — 1997
BA, Interdisciplinary Studies
Confluence Watersports
Skills
Sporting Goods, Sports, Advertising, Brand Development, Social Media Marketing, Product Development, Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Retail, Sales Management, Negotiation, Merchandising, Social Media, New Business Development, Online Marketing, Product Management, Trade Shows, Market Research
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
University of Maryland College Park
Graduate Course, recreation and Resource Management & Planning
White Horse Paper Inc July 2014 - Present
Confluence Watersports August 2013 - July 2014
Fehrer Automotive June 2012 - July 2013
Stueken LLC May 2000 - June 2012
Skills
Financial Analysis, Internal Controls, Auditing, Financial Accounting, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Consolidation, Payroll, Financial Reporting, Variance Analysis, SAP, Managerial Finance, Analysis, Revenue Recognition, Cost Accounting, Fixed Assets, Accruals, US GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Continuous Improvement, Account Reconciliation, Accounting
Education
Bob Jones University 1970 — 1976
Bachelor's degree, Business Management / Accounting
State of South Carolina October 2007 - Present
Confluence Watersports May 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Policy, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Time Management, Sales, Inventory Management, Government
Education
Southern Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Confluence Watersports March 2011 - Present
828 International Trading Co, February 2003 - March 2011
Christ Episcopal Church October 1995 - June 2000
Skills
Inventory Management, Sales
Education
Greenville Technical College 1984 — 1986
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Computer Programming
Wake Forest University 1973 — 1977
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Education
Confluence Watersports April 2014 - Present
Proterra Inc August 2013 - March 2014
Faurecia August 2011 - August 2013
Honda Manufacturing of Alabama December 2008 - August 2011
L-3 Communications TCS Inc. April 2007 - December 2008
Skills
3D Modeling, Catia, Solidworks, Finite Element Analysis, Project Management, Unigraphics, Solid Modeling, GD&T, Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Injection Molding, Sheet Metal, Design for Manufacturing, SolidWorks, CATIA, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Geometric Dimensioning..., FMEA, Kaizen
Education
University of South Florida 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering