Experience
Hawkins Parnell Thackston & Young LLP  May 2012 - Present
Dallas Business Journal   January 2012 - May 2012
Pizza Inn, Inc.   December 2010 - March 2011
Sam's Club  July 2010 - December 2010
University of North Texas  March 2008 - March 2009

Skills
Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Media, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Business Development, B2B, Press Releases, Marketing Research, Lead Generation, Online Advertising, Google Adwords, Direct Marketing, Website Development, Online Marketing, Digital Strategy, Product Marketing, Brand Development, Market Planning, B2B Marketing, SEM, Corporate Branding, Brand Awareness, Graphic Design, Research, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Web Analytics, Web Design, SEO, Email Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Market Research, Digital Media, Strategic Communications, Creative Strategy, InDesign, Business Strategy, Photoshop

Education
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing

Cornell University
Certificate, Executive Leadership (In Progress)

Experience
Luminesce Jewelry   2004 - Present
The Dallas Morning News  1995 - 1999
Dallas Business Journal   1987 - 1991

Skills
Marketing, Advertising, Gems, Jewelry, Retail

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing

Experience
Whittington & Associates, LLC   September 2005 - Present
Visit Jacksonville  October 2013 - June 2014
Mulberry Marketing Communications  February 2011 - February 2013
JEA  2003 - 2005
Whittcom, Inc.   October 1996 - October 2003
Metropolitan Atlanta Rapid Transit Authority/Atlanta Committee for the Olympic Games (ACOG)   January 1995 - October 1996
Dallas Area Rapid Transit  October 1986 - July 1994
Greater Dallas Chamber  June 1986 - October 1986
Dallas Business Journal   August 1984 - May 1986
WCNN/Cable News Network   December 1982 - May 1984

Skills
Social Media, Crisis Management, Account Management, Media Relations, Fundraising, Public Relations, Advertising, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Non-profits, Creative Development, Press Releases, Event Planning, Writing, Public Speaking, Blogging, Strategic Communications, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Event Management, Promotions, Newsletters, Marketing Strategy, Community Relations, Corporate Communications, Microsoft Office, Internal Communications, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Journalism, Publicity, Special Events, Crisis Communications, Research, Social Networking, Brand Development, Wordpress, Email Marketing, B2B, Online Marketing, Content Management, Integrated Marketing, Budgets, Marketing, Reputation Management, Storytelling, Graphic Design

Education
Georgia State University   1980 — 1982
Liberal Arts, Journalism, Political Science

Dekalb Community College   1978 — 1980

Cross Keys High School
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism, Political Science

Experience
JBCconnect Creative Staffing  October 2015 - Present
Roam Directories   March 2015 - Present
R2 Logistics  October 2014 - March 2015
D Magazine  December 2012 - February 2013
Ben E. Keith Foods  December 2011 - August 2012
Delta Sigma Pi Professional Business Fraternity  January 2011 - May 2011
Dallas Cowboys  July 2010 - August 2010
Dallas Business Journal   June 2010 - July 2010

Skills
Sales Management, Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Market Planning, Event Planning, Advertising, Customer Satisfaction, Direct Sales, Event Management, Customer Retention, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Management, Leadership, Cold Calling, Team Leadership, Research, Time Management, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Social Networking, Business Development, Merchandising, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Budgets, Team Building

Education
Texas Tech University - Rawls College of Business   2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration, Management and Marketing

Seward County Junior College   2007 — 2008

Coppell High School   2004 — 2007

Experience
Where®  June 2015 - Present
Advertising Systems Inc  December 2011 - Present
Freelance Writing and Editing  May 2011 - Present
NATA  September 2012 - January 2015
CigarFinder LLC   September 2011 - May 2012
Where®  January 2009 - August 2011
Dallas Business Journal   September 2010 - March 2011
dfDubReport.com   May 2010 - March 2011
Kapioltas and Forni PLLC   July 2010 - December 2010
SMU Student Media Company Inc.   August 2009 - May 2010

Skills
Copy Editing, Blogging, Social Media, Journalism, Editing, Editorial, Magazines, Press Releases, Proofreading, Copywriting, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Writing, News Writing, Entertainment, Interviews, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Video, Publications, Internal Communications, Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking, Newspaper, Digital Media, Freelance Writing, Fact-checking, AP Style, Media Relations, Content Writing, Web Content, Content Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Content Marketing, Web Content Management, Microsoft Office, MailChimp

Education
Southern Methodist University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism

University of North Texas   2013 — 2015
Master of Journalism, Journalism, communications

Experience
Seattle Weekly  January 2015 - Present
San Diego Business Journal  February 2012 - September 2014
Dallas Business Journal   2009 - 2011
Clear Channel Communications  2003 - 2009
Emmis Communications  2001 - 2003
Cox Communications  1999 - 2001

Skills
Strategy, Leadership, Leadership Development, Team Building, New Business Development, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, CRM, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Training, Creative Problem Solving, Sales Process, Sales, Digital Marketing, Change Management, Leading People, Budgets, Recruiting, Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Strategic Leadership, Innovative Problem..., Advertising Sales, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Public Relations, Organizational..., Organizational Change, Employee Training, Executive Coaching, Social Networking, Digital Media, Social Media, Digital Strategy, Organizational..., Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning..., Training & Development, Process Development, Salesforce.com, Negotiation, B2B, Business Development, Management, Online Marketing

Education
New York University
Executive Leadership Certification, Corporate Learning Services

Gallup University Riverfront Campus, Omaha, Nebraska
Gallup StrengthsCoach Certification

Human Performance Institute, Orlando, Florida
Corporate Athlete Coaching Certification

Creative Problem Solving Institute
Creative Problem Solving Tools & Techniques

Texas State Technical College
Building Construction Technology

Experience
Freeman+Leonard  July 2014 - Present
ViaTech Publishing Solutions, Inc.   September 2013 - July 2014
Dallas Business Journal   December 2012 - September 2013
Compass Law Group   October 2010 - December 2012
Rav & Associates   June 2010 - September 2010

Skills
Advertising, Applicant Tracking..., Internet Recruiting, Staffing Services, Technical Recruiting, Benefits Negotiation, Screening Resumes, Account Management, CRM, Onboarding, Marketing, Social Networking, Executive Search, Management, Cold Calling, Digital Media, Human Resources, Interviews, Training, Sales, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing

Education
Murray State University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Advertising

Murray State University
Bachelor of Science, Advertising

Experience
Academy Sports + Outdoors  April 2015 - Present
RAPP  November 2013 - April 2015
Fish Technologies  November 2012 - February 2013
RAPP  May 2011 - May 2012
Dallas Business Journal   2010 - 2010
RAPP  2009 - 2009

Skills
Advertising, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Brand Management, Brand Development

Education
Dallas Baptist University   2010 — 2012
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Higher Education/Higher Education Administration

University of North Texas   2006 — 2010
B.A. Journalism, Advertising, Marketing

Experience
Bloomberg News  November 2000 - Present
The Bond Buyer  1995 - 2000
Dallas Business Journal   1988 - 1995
Wichita Business Journal  1988 - 1995
Hays Daily News  1983 - 1986

Skills
Storytelling, Journalism, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Editing, Politics, Digital Media, Publishing, Public Policy, Government, Newspaper, Editorial, News Writing, Business Journalism, Breaking News, Copy Editing, New Media, Public Relations, Online Journalism, Crisis Communications, Magazines, Newspapers, AP Style, Broadcast Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Headline Writing, Web Content, Content Development

Education
University of Kansas   1980 — 1983
Bachelor Science, Jounralism

Experience
Texas A&M University, Academic Affairs Communications   September 2013 - Present
Texas A&M Veterinary Medical Diagnostic Laboratory (tvmdl.tamu.edu)   February 2011 - September 2013
Institute for Infectious Animal Diseases (iiad.tamu.edu)   February 2011 - September 2013
Texas A&M University  February 2006 - February 2011
Institute for Infectious Animal Diseases (iiad.tamu.edu)   February 2006 - February 2011
Integrative Center for Homeland Security   February 2006 - June 2009
Levenson & Hill  November 1999 - May 2005
Dallas Business Journal   March 1997 - November 2000
Rockwall Texas Success   February 1990 - May 1996
The Bryan-College Station Eagle  1988 - 1990

Skills
Copywriting, Public Relations, Newspapers, Social Media, Media Relations, Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Crisis Communications, Press Releases, AP Style, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Publications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications

Education
Texas A&M University   1976 — 1982
Bachelor of Science, Journalism

Experience
The Exchange  March 2015 - Present
The Church of God Evangelistic Association   April 2010 - May 2015
Dallas Business Journal   May 2014 - May 2014
University of Dallas  November 2013 - November 2013
University of Dallas  September 2013 - September 2013
Four Man Furnace   August 2013 - August 2013
STA Travel  November 2012 - December 2012
Fleishman-Hillard  June 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Layout, Graphic Design, Posters, Magazines, Typography, Art Direction, InDesign, Illustration, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Logos, Logo Design, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Office, Mac, Business Cards, Corporate Identity

Education
Art Institute of Dallas   2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design

Experience
TXU Energy  May 2012 - Present
D-FW region   October 2011 - Present
Jeff Brady Media   April 2012 - December 2012
voxxi.com   April 2012 - May 2012
voxxi.com   February 2012 - May 2012
Dallas Business Journal   April 2010 - September 2011
Cox East Texas   April 2004 - April 2010
Austin (Texas) American-Statesman   January 2003 - April 2004
Austin American-Statesman  January 2002 - December 2002
Austin American-Statesman  August 2001 - December 2001

Skills
Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Executive Communications, Blogging, Ghostwriting, Social Media, Earned Media, New Media, Multimedia, Video, Newsletters, Research, Writing, Editing, AP Style, Staff Training, Media Relations, Press Releases, Adobe Creative Suite, Ap Style, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Editorial, Communication Training, News Writing, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Strategic Communications, Speech Writing, Proofreading, Message Development, Content Strategy, Communications Planning, Business Journalism, Spokesperson, Public Relations, Strategic..., Public Affairs, Press Kits, Freelance Writing, Key Message Development, InCopy, Pagination, InDesign, Strategic Media..., Computer-assisted..., Messaging, Crisis Communications, Content Management, Journalism

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   1988 — 1993
Bachelor, Journalism

University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor of Journalism, Print-Editorial

Experience
Dallas Business Journal   February 2011 - Present
Jake Dean Photo   September 2001 - Present
Dallas business Journal   2001 - 2009
Park Cities People   January 1992 - September 2001

Skills
Editorial, Photography, Newspaper, Environmental..., Magazines, Storytelling, Fashion, Commercial Photography, Newspapers, Travel Photography, Image Editing, Photos, Event Photography, Image Manipulation, Portrait Photography, Studio Photography, Photojournalism, Digital Photography, Studio Lighting, Portraits, Blogging, Journalism, Headshots, Publications

Education
Art Institute of Dallas   1992 — 1993
AFA, Photography

Art Institute of Colorado   1991 — 1993
AFA, Photography

Experience
The Reynolds and Reynolds Company  December 2012 - Present
North Texas RCIC   October 2012 - November 2012
Elite Investor Relations   May 2010 - June 2010
Dallas Business Journal   August 2009 - August 2009
The University of Texas at Dallas, Media Department   October 2008 - March 2009
The University of Texas at Dallas, Mobile Lab   June 2008 - August 2008
AdWise Group   May 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Adobe Photoshop, Dreamweaver, HTML 5, CSS, InDesign, Presentations, Java, Digital Marketing, Writing, Photoshop, Editing, Market Research

Education
The University of Texas at Dallas   2008 — 2012
BS, Business Administration, 3.632

The University of Texas at Dallas   2008 — 2012
BS, Marketing

The University of Texas at Dallas   2008 — 2012
BA, Arts & Technology

Experience
Collin College  September 2002 - Present
Greater Dallas Chamber  March 2000 - September 2002
WorldTravel BTI  September 1998 - March 2000
J.D. McCarty Center for Children with Developmental Disabilities   March 1994 - September 1998
Dallas Business Journal   September 1992 - March 1994
Lomas Realty/Vista Properties   1989 - 1992

Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Event Planning, Writing, Social Media, Advertising, Editing, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Community Relations, Crisis Communications, Non-profits, Corporate Communications, Graphic Design, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Journalism, Special Events, Marketing Strategy, Publicity, Newsletters, Leadership, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Community Development, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Facebook, Blogging, Copy Editing, Internal Communications, Speech Writing, Social Networking, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Editorial, AP Style, Web Content, Publications, Creative Writing, Feature Articles, Grant Writing, Research, Proofreading, Publishing, Marketing, Web Content Management, News Writing

Education
University of Oklahoma   1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts in Journalism/Public Relations, Journalism/Public Relations

Experience
Interstate Batteries  September 2009 - Present
Dallas Business Journal   2008 - 2009
Snider Advisors  August 2006 - September 2008
The Dallas Morning News  2000 - 2006
KBTX-TV, Bryan-College Station, TX   June 1999 - August 2000
KBTX-TV  1999 - 2000

Skills
Writing, Editing, Social Media, Blogging, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Corporate Communications, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Media Relations

Education
Southern Methodist University   1995 — 1999
BA

North Mesquite High School   1991 — 1995

Experience
Nucleus Medical Media  February 2015 - Present
etailinsights and Williams Web Solutions   December 2012 - February 2015
etailinsights  September 2011 - October 2014
Hoover's Inc.   October 2006 - August 2010
Hoover's Inc.   2005 - 2006
Hoover's Inc.   2000 - 2005
Hoover's Inc.   1998 - 2000
Dallas Business Journal   January 1996 - October 1997

Skills
Communication, Content Management, Project Management, Web Content, Online Publishing, Content Development, Copy Editing, Content Strategy, Editorial, Strategic Communications, Training & Development, Change Management, Copywriting, Editing, Text Editing, Business Journalism, Publishing, Newsletters, Fact-checking, Publications, New Media, Web Editing, Social Media, Journalism, Lead Generation, Online Advertising, Consulting, Online Marketing, Web Content Management, Online Research, Online Journalism, Content Writing, Interview Skills, Website Consultation, Media Analysis, content, Communications Planning, Team Management

Education
Texas A&M   1991 — 1995
BS, Journalism

Experience
Hardee Partners, LLC   May 2014 - Present
Woodbine Development Corporation  July 1991 - May 2014
Hunt Oil Company  July 1980 - July 1991
Dallas Business Journal   January 1980 - July 1980
Arlington Citizen-Journal   1979 - 1980
The Jackson Sun  1978 - 1979

Skills
Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Development, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate, Property Management, Disposition, Leases, Investment Properties, Public Relations, Real Estate Economics, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Media Relations, PowerPoint, Advertising, Sales, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Corporate Communications, Brand Development, Hospitality, Hotels, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy

Education
The University of Texas at Arlington - College of Business   1984 — 1989
MBA, marketing emphasis

Trinity University   1974 — 1976
BA, Journalism

Experience
BeautiControl  January 2015 - Present
BeautiControl  January 2015 - Present
Azure Marketing Communications   October 2011 - December 2014
Mary Kay Inc.  February 2004 - December 2009
Dallas Business Journal   July 1996 - October 2001
Tom Thumb Food and Drugs   June 1992 - February 1994

Skills
Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Email Marketing, Event Management, Leadership, Direct Marketing, Brand Development, Management, Event Planning, Market Planning, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing

Education
Stephen F. Austin State University   1990 — 1992
BA, Journalism/Adveristing

Experience
Texas Health Resources  June 2013 - Present
Texas Health Resources  May 2008 - June 2013
Dallas Business Journal   May 2005 - November 2007
Business First of Louisville  September 2001 - April 2005

Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Healthcare, Press Releases, Writing, Non-profits, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Editing, Crisis Communications, Communications Strategy, Copy Editing, Business News, Storytelling, Corporate Communications, Newspapers, Internal Communications, News Writing, Speech Writing, Publications, Nonprofits, Web Content, Newsletters, Publicity, Copywriting, Leadership, Blogging, Journalism

Education
University of Missouri-Columbia   1997 — 2001
Bachelor's, Journalism

PVI   1993 — 1997

Experience
Neiman Marcus  August 2015 - Present
Dallas Business Journal   February 2014 - August 2015
White Rock Lake Weekly  January 2014 - June 2014
Self-employed  May 2012 - June 2014
People Newspapers  2012 - 2013
Gap Inc./Banana Republic   July 2007 - December 2012
D Magazine  January 2012 - May 2012
AmeriCorps  June 2010 - August 2010
The Dallas Morning News  May 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Copy Editing, Writing, AP Style, Research, Planning, Presentations, Microsoft Office, Adobe InCopy, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Blogging, Social Media, Community Journalism, Journalism, News Writing, InCopy, Illustrator, Photoshop, Project Planning

Education
University of North Texas   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Fashion/Apparel Design

Experience
Neighborsgo by The Dallas Morning News   July 2014 - Present
North Texas Narratives   January 2014 - Present
Freelance  January 2013 - July 2014
Denton Live   January 2014 - May 2014
Dallas Business Journal   September 2013 - January 2014
American Heart Association American Stroke Association  May 2013 - August 2013
Vyralize   April 2013 - July 2013
The Duster Today   August 2012 - December 2012
Lubbock Christian University  September 2010 - December 2012
KCBD-TV  May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Writing, Photography, Brazilian Portuguese, Teaching, Social Media, Copy Editing, News Writing, Leadership, Editing, AP Style, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Digital Media, Facebook, Public Relations, Press Releases, Journalism, Feature Articles, Blogging, Publications, Newspapers, Storytelling, Research, Digital Strategy, Technical Writing, Social Media Marketing, Proofreading, Newsletters, Video Production, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Public Speaking, Broadcast, Photoshop, Mac, Editorial, iMovie, Social Media Measurement, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Digital Photography, Copywriting, Publishing, Graphic Design, Social Networking, InDesign, WordPress, Writing, Magazines

Education
University of North Texas   2013 — 2015
Masters of Journalism, Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs

Lubbock Christian University   2009 — 2012
B.A., Music Business

Universidade do Sul de Santa Catarina   2011 — 2011
Portuguese Language, Brazilian Culture, Brazilian Economics, Tourism and Environment

Edward S. Marcus High School   2004 — 2008
High School Diploma

Experience
SEPHORA  December 2013 - Present
Apple  June 2013 - December 2013
jcpenney  June 2012 - June 2013
Dallas Business Journal   November 2011 - June 2012
Dallas Business Journal   May 2011 - November 2011

Skills
Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Event Management, Talent Acquisition, Research, Onboarding, Sourcing, Candidate Experience, Executive Search, Recruiting, Leadership, Strategy, Marketing, CRM, Training, Advertising, Sales, Management, Interviews, Marketing Strategy, Blogging, Time Management, Human Resources, Talent Management, Retail, Corporate Social Media, Social Media Integration, Social Media Outreach

Education
University of North Texas   2009 — 2011
Public Relations, Marketing

University of Missouri-Columbia   2007 — 2009
Journalism, Strategic Communications

Experience
FleishmanHillard  June 2014 - Present
PR/ Marketing   September 2011 - June 2014
The Dallas Morning News  April 2007 - September 2011
Detroit Free Press  October 2005 - March 2007
Dayton Daily News  August 2001 - October 2005
Dallas Business Journal   July 2000 - August 2001

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Photography, Facebook, Public Relations, Editing, Blogging, News Writing, Copywriting, Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Press Releases

Education
University of North Texas   1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism

Klein Oak High School

Poynter Institute

Experience
Dallas Business Journal   July 2014 - Present
Zillow.com  2009 - 2013
Lee Enterprises  2007 - 2008
Lee Enterprises  2006 - 2007
Integrated Sales and Consulting   2004 - 2006
Ogden Newspapers  2003 - 2004
Gannett  1997 - 2002

Skills
Online Advertising, Advertising, Digital Media, Advertising Sales, SEM, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Mobile Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Business Development, Newspaper, New Media, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Digital Strategy, Facebook, Lead Generation, Marketing, SEO, PPC, Mobile Advertising, Direct Marketing, Web Analytics, Strategic Partnerships, Google Analytics, Sales, Media Planning, Consulting, Newspapers, Salesforce.com, Google Adwords, E-commerce, Media Buying, B2B, Analytics, Integrated Marketing, Social Networking, Interactive Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Content Strategy, Customer Acquisition, Account Management, Web Marketing, CRM, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Sales Management, Management, Training, Publishing

Education
Iowa State University   1981 — 1987
BS, Business - Marketing

Iowa State University
BS, Marketing

Experience
Houstonia Magazine  January 2015 - Present
Nasa Bone And Joint   September 2013 - Present
Dallas Business Journal   September 2012 - December 2012
Dean Foods  June 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, Social Media, Research, Public Speaking, Editing, Event Planning, Photoshop, Creative Writing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Corporate Communications

Education
Southern Methodist University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Journalism

Experience
Dallas Business Journal   May 2014 - Present
Society for News Design  January 2011 - Present
Frisco Miracle League   2011 - Present
The Dallas Morning News  March 2003 - May 2014
St. Louis Post-Dispatch  January 1999 - March 2003
The Omaha World-Herald  January 1998 - December 1998
St. Joseph News-Press  May 1995 - January 1998

Skills
Graphic Design, Newspapers, Newspaper, Journalism, AP Style, Publications, Editorial, News Writing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Newspaper Design, Layout, Editing, Magazines, Illustration, Publishing, New Media, Multimedia, Web Content, Blogging, Digital Media, Content Strategy, Adobe Creative Suite, Content Management, Content Development, Social Media, Redesigning, Facebook, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Entertainment, Video, Online Journalism, Newsletters, Headline Writing

Education
Truman State University   1990 — 1995
Bachelor's Degree

Southern Methodist University

Experience
Manitowoc Foodservice  March 2014 - Present
Gannett  2012 - February 2014
Time Warner Cable Business Class  April 2008 - September 2012
American City Business Journals  2005 - April 2008
American City Business Journals  2002 - 2005
American City Business Journals  1999 - 2002
Dallas Business Journal   1995 - 1999

Skills
Marketing, Sales, Salesforce.com, Sales Management, Direct Sales, Account Management, Strategic Planning, B2B, Lead Generation, New Business Development, Cold Calling, Solution Selling, Sales Process, Strategic Partnerships, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, Sales Operations, Marketing Strategy, Selling, Business Development, Customer Retention, Direct Marketing, CRM, Online Marketing, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Customer Acquisition, Marketing Management, Digital Media, Strategy, B2B Marketing, SEM, Management

Education
University of Louisiana at Monroe
BBA, Marketing

Experience
Dallas Business Journal   September 2014 - October 2014
Vince  September 2013 - January 2014
Vince  June 2013 - August 2013
DIFFA Fashion Show - Jan Strimple Productions   April 2013 - April 2013
Missbehave Boutique   May 2012 - July 2012

Education
Texas Christian University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Fashion/Apparel Design

Experience
Vinson and Elkins  January 2012 - Present
Fulbright & Jaworski L.L.P.   October 2007 - December 2011
Vinson and Elkins  April 2004 - September 2007
Houston Chronicle  June 2002 - April 2004
Dallas Business Journal   January 2001 - June 2002
Fort Worth Star-Telegram  June 2000 - December 2000
San Antonio Express-News  July 1997 - June 2000
Arlington Morning News  April 1996 - July 1997
Houston Business Journal  November 1992 - April 1996
Waco Tribune-Herald  April 1992 - November 1992

Skills
Management, Media Relations, Editing, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Publicity, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Interviews, Content Management, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Blogging, Storytelling, Headline Writing, News Writing, Ap Style, Journalism, Internal Communications, Publications

Education
University of Houston
BA, Journalism

Experience
Endeavor Management  February 2015 - Present
eFlowCoach   July 2007 - Present
Kepner-Tregoe  September 2011 - November 2014
LandAmerica Financial Group  April 2005 - June 2007
Ultimate Performance   May 1995 - August 2005
Dallas Business Journal   July 2000 - April 2005

Skills
Leadership, Executive Coaching, Training, Coaching, Management, Strategy, Business Strategy, Management Consulting, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Sales, Change Management, Sales Management, Consulting, Performance Improvement, CRM, Business Development, Account Management, Team Building, New Business Development, Employee Training, Sales Operations, Human Resources, Advertising, Organizational..., Public Relations, Wellness, Sales Performance, Sales Process..., Project Management, Marketing Strategy, Program Management, Entrepreneurship, Performance Management, Cross-functional Team...

Education
University of North Texas   1995 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Texas Tech University   1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Cibola High School

Experience
D Custom  July 2014 - Present
Housing Wire   July 2012 - August 2014
Dallas Business Journal   September 2006 - July 2012
Dallas Business Journal   January 2002 - September 2006
Dallas Business Journal   September 2000 - January 2002

Skills
Online Advertising, Advertising, Email Marketing, Marketing, CRM, Sales, Sales Management, Leadership, B2B, Social Media, PPC, Integrated Marketing, Salesforce.com, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, SEO, Digital Strategy, Media Planning, Press Releases, Newsletters, Lead Generation, SEM

Education
Stephen F. Austin State University   1992 — 1996
BA, Business

Experience
Camp Gladiator  January 2015 - Present
Dallas Business Journal   July 2012 - January 2015
Meridian Sports Management, LLC   December 2011 - June 2012
Freelance Marketing Consultant  May 2011 - January 2012
Chamberlain Resources, LLC   August 2011 - December 2011
Regus  January 2011 - May 2011
Baltimore Magazine  October 2007 - October 2009
Baltimore Magazine  June 2005 - October 2007
Baltimore Magazine  May 2004 - June 2005

Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Events, Event Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Account Management, Special Events, Leadership, Advertising, Management, Strategy, Sponsorship, Corporate Branding, Nonprofits, Social Media, Print Media, Non-profits, Corporate Sponsorships, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Strategic Planning, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Newsletters, Direct Marketing

Education
Essex Community College   2000 — 2002
Associates Degree, Marketing and Communications

Experience
360training  July 2006 - December 2009
San Diego Union-Tribune  September 2000 - January 2001
Dallas Business Journal   July 1996 - June 1999
TV Guide New York Bureau   June 1993 - July 1993

Skills
Editing, Editorial, Speed Reading, Content Management, Journalism, Newspaper, Research, Mac, Proofreading, Video Production, Storytelling, Telephone Skills, Publicity, Content Development, Newspapers

Education
Texas A&M University   1992 — 1995
B.A., Journalism

Experience
Washington Federal  June 2013 - Present
DMNmedia (The Dallas Morning News)   October 2011 - February 2013
Dallas Business Journal   January 2011 - June 2011
Self-employed  October 2008 - January 2011
Homecomings Financial  August 2005 - October 2008
Option One Mortgage&ResMAE   April 2002 - September 2005
Dow Jones  October 1997 - April 2002
Datatimes (Proquest)   December 1992 - August 1997

Skills
Sales, Sales Presentations, Mortgage Lending, Customer Retention, Sales Operations, Online Advertising, Selling, Advertising, Strategic Partnerships, Outside Sales, Team Building, Lead Generation, CRM, Credit, Contract Negotiation, Solution Selling, Relationship Management, Email Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, Building Relationships

Education
University of Oklahoma   1984 — 1988
BA, Business

Experience
Dallas Business Journal   ReporterThe Colorado Springs Gazette
Valley Morning Star  January 1991 - October 1999

Education
Texas A&M University   1986 — 1990

Experience
Klyde Warren Park  August 2014 - Present
Dallas Zoological Society  December 2012 - August 2014
Perot Museum of Nature and Science  August 2009 - December 2012
RSM McGladrey  January 2007 - April 2009
Dallas Business Journal   March 2003 - December 2007
REOC Partners, Ltd.   June 2001 - March 2003

Skills
Management, Public Relations, Advertising, Fundraising, Leadership, Email Marketing, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Mergers, Mergers & Acquisitions, Event Planning, Business Development, Social Media, Start-ups, Nonprofits, Event Management, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Executive Management

Education
Tulane University - A.B. Freeman School of Business   1998 — 2001
Bachelors of Science in Management

Experience
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Texas  2010 - Present
Dallas Business Journal   September 1996 - April 2009
self employed  2009 - 2009
Collin County Community College  1994 - 1996

Education
Texas Tech University
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism

Experience
Retail Properties of America, Inc.   July 2014 - Present
The CMI Group  January 2009 - July 2014
Dallas Business Journal   1999 - 2008
Spire Realty Group   1995 - 1999
Fults Management   1991 - 1995
Cushman & Wakefield  1984 - 1991

Skills
Accounts Receivable, Outlook, Excel, Word, Accounting, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Banking, Accounts Payable, Management, Account Management, Team Building, Financial Analysis

Education
Richland College   1988 — 1994
Management Associates

Experience
Dallas Business Journal   March 2007 - Present
Colorado Springs Gazette  October 1999 - March 2007
The Gazette of Colorado Springs   1999 - 2007
Freedom Communications Inc.  1991 - 2007
Valley Morning Star (Harlingen, Texas)   December 1990 - October 1999

Skills
Nonprofits, AP Style, News Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Newspapers, Media Relations, Press Releases, Editing, Blogging, Breaking News, Management, Newsletters, Publications, Editorial, Writing, Copywriting, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Social Networking, Web Content, Storytelling

Education
Texas A&M University   1986 — 1990
Bachelor’s Degree, Journalism, Economics

San Marcos High School   1982 — 1986

Experience
Fr. Tolton Catholic High School  June 2014 - Present
Fr. Tolton Catholic High School  January 2012 - Present
Mizzou Sports Properties   June 2010 - June 2014
Dallas Business Journal   September 1998 - December 2001

Skills
Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Social Media

Education
Illinois State University   1988 — 1993
Bachelor's Degree, Health Services/Allied Health/Health Sciences, General

Experience
Dallas Business Journal   Intern/ContributorSMU Public AffairsJanuary 2008 - December 2008

Education
Southern Methodist University   2006 — 2008
B.A., Journalism with teacher certification

Experience
American City Business Journals  September 2014 - Present
American City Business Journals  1992 - Present
Washington Business Journal  June 1996 - September 2014
Dallas Business Journal   1995 - 1996
Atlanta Business Chronicle  1992 - 1995

Skills
Media, Publishing, Business Intelligence, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Editing, Strategic Planning, Copywriting, Fundraising, Social Media, Leadership, Digital Media, Newspapers, Blogging, Press Releases, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Media Relations, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Strategy, Publications, Nonprofits, Advertising, Newspaper, Event Management, Social Networking, Executive Coaching, Email Marketing, Storytelling, New Media, Newsletters

Education
Georgetown University   1984 — 1986
MS, foreign affairs

Vassar College   1979 — 1983
BA, history

Experience
Aspen Times  December 2010 - Present
Uintah Basin Standard   August 2009 - December 2010
Recovery School District-New Orleans   December 2006 - May 2009
Aspen Daily News  May 2005 - July 2006
The Houma Courier  April 1999 - March 2005
New Orleans City Business   January 1998 - December 1998
Dallas Business Journal   May 1995 - December 1997
Baton Rouge Business Report  May 1992 - April 1995
The Shreveport Journal   April 1988 - April 1991

Skills
Newspapers, Feature Articles, Publications, Editing, Editorial, Politics, Copy Editing, Journalism, History, Business News, Newspaper, Government, Blogging, Teaching, AP Style, Social Media, News Writing, Computer-assisted..., Management, Writing, Public Relations, Program Management, Volunteer Management

Education
LSU Shreveport   1983 — 1988
B.A., Communications-Journalism

Jesuit High School, Shreveport, LA   1980 — 1984

Experience
University of Texas at Dallas  2009 - Present
Dallas Business Journal   2005 - 2009

Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Blogging, Newspaper, Proofreading, Event Planning, Events, Office Administration, Creative Writing, Writing, Meeting Planning, Press Releases, AP Style, Copywriting, Publications

Education
Bellaire High School

The University of Texas at Austin

University of Houston
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business/Commerce, General

Experience
Accenture  September 2015 - Present
Accenture  October 2011 - Present
J.P. Morgan   October 2010 - September 2011
Dallas Business Journal   June 2010 - September 2010
TECH Fort Worth   May 2008 - June 2008

Education
Texas Christian University - M.J. Neeley School of Business   2006 — 2010
BBA, Finance with a Real Estate Emphasis & Entrepreneurial Management

Experience
Gensler  December 2013 - Present
Houston Food Bank  2015 - 2015
Houston Business Journal  July 2012 - December 2013
University of North Texas  August 2010 - July 2012
NT Daily - On the Record Summer Magazine   May 2011 - August 2011
HousingWire Magazine   January 2011 - May 2011
Dallas Business Journal   May 2010 - August 2010
North Texas Daily  January 2010 - May 2010
The Dallas Morning News  August 2009 - December 2009

Skills
Newspaper, Journalism, Breaking News, Publications, Online Advertising, Magazines, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Editing, Editorial, Blogging, Press Releases, Facebook, Newsletters, News Writing, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Social Media, Social Networking, Managing Start-ups, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Leadership, Newspapers, AP Style, Publishing, InDesign, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Photoshop, Online Journalism, Publicity, Public Relations, Feature Articles, Dreamweaver, Web Content, Proofreading, Storytelling, Writing, Photography

Education
University of North Texas   2010 — 2012
MBA, Strategic Management

University of North Texas   2006 — 2010
BA, Journalism

JJ Pearce   2003 — 2006

Experience
The Five Star Institute  April 2015 - Present
Haynes and Boone, LLP  March 2014 - April 2015
HousingWire  2011 - 2014
Dallas Business Journal   2008 - 2011
DSNews   2007 - 2008

Education
Southern Methodist University Dedman School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Geared coursework towards Constitutional Law/International Business/and Securities Litigation

Texas Tech University
Bachelor's Degree, Cum Laude