Discovery Toys, LLC
Industry: Company
DescriptionDiscovery Toys is a direct sales company specializing in educational toys. It functions with the typical direct sales model using party plan marketing, offering incentive trips and the earning of free merchandise. Its products are sold in the U.S. and Canada, and its headquarters are in Livermore, California. Founded: 1978 Headquarters: Livermore, CA Founders: Jim Buckmaster, Lane Nemeth
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Discovery Toys, LLC Employees
Healthy Cells Springfield/Decatur October 2012 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC 2001 - 2012
On With Life January 1997 - October 2002
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Network Marketing, Team Building, Leadership, Training, Customer Service, Social Networking, Advertising, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Coaching
Education
University of Iowa 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Therapeutic Recreation/Recreational Therapy
Mouse Tales® Travel November 2012 - Present
Arts By Jill January 2002 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC January 2008 - December 2012
Zimmerman's Toyland January 2000 - December 2006
Skills
Family Vacations, Disney Vacations, Disney, Murals, Face Painting, Letter Art, Cruises, Cruise Lines, Disneyland expert, Paper Craft, Event Planning, Coordinating Special..., Mac, Travel, Art, Fitness, Tourism, Educational Toys, Customer Service, Gift Baskets, Tour Planning, Facebook, Experience Working with..., Training, Creative Direction, Time Management, Brochures, Social Networking, Blogging, Vacation, Photography, Travel Photography, Management, Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Team Building
Education
CSU Sacramento 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Art/Art Studies, General
Monte Vista High School 1991 — 1995
GED
Disney College of Knowledge
Magical vacation planning!, Travel
Viva Cuba, LLC August 2015 - Present
Intercambio Uniting Communities February 2015 - Present
St Vrain Habitat for Humanity May 2013 - Present
Emergency Family Assistance Association January 2014 - February 2015
Intercambio Uniting Communities 2010 - January 2014
Moving to End Sexual Assault (MESA) 2008 - 2011
Lufthansa and Mexicana Airlines 2003 - 2006
Discovery Toys, LLC 2002 - 2005
Lakewood Police Department 1997 - 1999
Boulder County Jail 1995 - 1997
Skills
Fluent bilingual..., Extensive experience..., Program designer,..., Highly skilled in..., Internship in grant..., Non-profit..., Spanish, Non-profit Leadership, Non-profit Volunteer, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Event Planning, Program Management, Community Development, Strategic Planning, Leadership Development, Community Organizing, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Facebook, Recruiting, Customer Service, Grants, Marketing, Proposal Writing, Volunteer Recruiting, Intercultural...
Education
Regis University 2009 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), Leadership for Nonprofit Organizations
Wheaton College 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish and Third World Development
David&Goliath November 2010 - Present
Freelance May 2010 - June 2010
Edmunds.com 2005 - 2010
The Designory 1995 - 2002
Discovery Toys, LLC 1987 - 1993
Skills
Copywriting, Online Advertising, Automotive, Television, Broadcast, Radio, Strategy, Editorial, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Digital Media, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Creative Strategy, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Interactive Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
California State University-Chico
B.A. Public Communication, School of Communication, Public Communication/Public Relations/Journalism. Minor: Economics
Clayton Valley High School, Concord, CA
High School Diploma, College Prep, 9-12
30 Minute Virtual Party September 2012 - Present
The Ultimate Sparkle 2011 - 2012
Discovery Toys, LLC 1984 - 2011
Skills
Direct Sales, Compensation Plans, Sale and Marking..., IT Management, Corporate Sales..., Web Project Management, Web Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Product Management, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Facilities Management, Site Planning, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Presenter, Public Speaking, Management Development, Start-ups, Web Applications
Education
California State University-Hayward
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Sega of America, Inc. July 1993 - April 2012
Discovery Toys, LLC October 1984 - April 1993
Skills
Materials Management, Purchasing Management, Warehouse Management, Human Resource..., Methods Improvement and..., Facility Relocations, SAP conversion and..., J-SOX Implementation, Inventory Audit..., Cross Functional..., SAP, Human Resources, Budgets, Video Games, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Facilities Management, Purchase Management, Warehousing, Management, Supply Chain Management, PS3, Cross-functional Team..., Negotiation, Manufacturing, Mobile Games, MMO, Monetization, Social Games, Computer Games
Education
California State University Hayward
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Diablo Valley College
Associate Arts, Business
Waterlink Web June 2012 - Present
Teddy Roosevelt Women's Scholarship Association September 2013 - Present
Asches Urban Honey June 2010 - Present
Metro Regional Government July 2009 - June 2012
Metro March 2006 - June 2009
Metro March 2005 - March 2006
Discovery Toys, LLC 1989 - 2000
Skills
SEO, Web Design, Website Development, Web Development, WordPress, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Newsletters, Small Business, Management, Editing, Copywriting, Public Relations, Stakeholder Engagement, Transportation Demand..., Media Relations, Press Releases, Marketing, Writing, Photography, Photoshop
Education
Google Analytics 2014 — 2014
Ecommerce Analytics: From Data to Decisions, Ecommerce Analytics: From Data to Decisions, Completed
University of Puget Sound 1979 — 1983
BA, English (Writing Emphasis) and Spanish
Portland Community College 2012 — 2013
Associate's degree, Web Design and Development
Patrick O'Brien American Family Insurance Agency March 2015 - Present
Demarle at Home July 2014 - Present
Patrick O'Brien American Family Insurance Agency June 2014 - Present
Pixingo December 2013 - Present
Anne McGilvray &Company February 2013 - May 2014
Women Changing Lives January 2012 - March 2013
SimplyFun July 2010 - September 2011
Southern Living at HOME January 2000 - January 2010
Dorling Kindersley Family Learning January 1996 - January 2000
Discovery Toys, LLC September 1990 - December 1996
Skills
PowerPoint, Excel, Teaching, Team Building, Team Spirit, Sales Recruitment, Direct Sales, Coaching, Photography, Motherhood, Recruiting, Customer Service, Nutrition, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Training, Leadership Development, Management, Leadership, Retail, Budgets, Strategy, Event Planning, Marketing
Education
Fordam University: Marymount College 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science, Major Interior Design
Fordham University 1976 — 1980
BS, Interior Design
Kenmore West High School Kenmore, NY 1972 — 1976
Discovery Toys, LLC April 2010 - Present
Sarasota County School Board August 2004 - June 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, English, PowerPoint, Teaching, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Editing, Photoshop, Windows, Spanish, Higher Education
Education
University of Florida 1999 — 2004
BA, Spanish
Discovery Toys, LLC 2011 - Present
Three Es Consulting Firm LLC 2011 - Present
Addison Community Schools September 1998 - June 2011
Skills
Educational Technology, Tutoring, Lesson Planning, Differentiated..., Classroom Management, Literacy, Classroom, Elementary Education, Public Speaking, Educational Leadership, Teacher Training, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Language Arts, Social Studies, Child Development
Education
Spring Arbor University 1999 — 2002
Master's in Education, Elementary Education and Teaching
Eastern Michigan University 1971 — 1972
post grad studies in Education
Spring Arbor University 1967 — 1971
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature/Letters
Theraplay, Inc. 2013 - Present
Plum District 2012 - 2012
Discovery Toys, LLC 2002 - 2012
Softchoice 1998 - 2001
Dialog, LLC 1989 - 1997
Skills
Leadership, Sales, Team Building, Training, Coaching, Event Planning, Direct Sales, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Staff Development, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Recruiting, Creativity Skills
Education
Drexel University 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Information Systems
Valparaiso University 1987 — 1989
Classical Languages/Education
elevate July 2013 - August 2014
WSU Tri-Cities Career Development Center September 2012 - June 2013
Historic Downtown Prosser Association September 2010 - July 2012
Discovery Toys, LLC June 2009 - November 2009
Wishing Star Foundation January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Marketing, Blogging, Marketing Communications, Non-profits, Project Planning, Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Copywriting, Budgets, WordPress, Schedules, Business Strategy, Press Releases, Fundraising, Management, Social Media
Education
Washington State University 2012 — 2013
Masters, Business Administration
Gonzaga University 2006 — 2010
Bachelors, Business Adminstration, Marketing
International School of Brussels 2002 — 2006
. February 2010 - Present
Livermore Optometry Group February 2000 - Present
J Rockcliff Realtors, Hometown GMAC Real Estate December 2005 - December 2013
Visualeyes Optometry February 2011 - February 2012
Livermore Area Recreation and Park District June 1998 - December 2010
Wente Vineyards October 1999 - March 2000
Oberthur Card Systems June 1996 - October 1999
Discovery Toys, LLC May 1989 - June 1996
Baskin Robbins April 1984 - April 1991
Skills
Personal Development, Real Estate, Buyer Representation, Referrals, Short Sales, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Account Coordination, Account Management, Program Management, Program Administration, Administrative Work, Business Services, Communication Skills, Store Management, Selling, Business, Second Home, Vacation Homes, REO, Optometry, Opticians, Eyewear, Catering Sales, Quality Assurance, Life Coaching, Data Analysis, Research, Sales
Education
California State University-Stanislaus 1989 — 1990
Studied, Business Administration and Communications
Modesto Junior College 1986 — 1988
AA, Business Administration/Communication
Discovery Toys, LLC July 2011 - Present
The Homestead November 2008 - Present
Education
The Ohio State University 1974 — 1976
Education, continuing education, Special Education and Teaching
Capital University, Ohio State University, Iowa State University 1969 — 1973
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Education
NiSource April 2014 - Present
NiSource July 2010 - April 2014
NiSource May 2010 - June 2010
NiSource July 2009 - April 2010
MHR Consulting September 2008 - July 2009
Resource Systems March 2005 - September 2008
The Longaberger Company November 1997 - September 2004
The Longaberger Company September 1993 - November 1997
Discovery Toys, LLC February 1989 - August 1993
Skills
Forecasting, Management, Succession Planning, Leadership, Process Improvement, Project Management, Budgets, Financial Reporting, Business Analysis, Program Management, Analysis, Training, Performance Management, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis
Education
Franklin University 2008 — 2009
MBA, Finance
Oregon State University
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Vintage Wine Estates July 2014 - Present
The M. Company & Brand New You January 1995 - Present
The Cheesecake Factory 2005 - 2014
MGA Entertainment 2011 - 2012
Discovery Toys, LLC August 2008 - July 2011
Mattel June 1989 - December 1994
Skills
Product Development, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Packaging, Toys, Consumer Products, Business Development, Creative Direction, Advertising, Beauty Industry, Marketing Communications, Direct Marketing, Copywriting, Brand Architecture, Merchandising, Brochures, Newsletters, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Fundraising, Brand Equity, Corporate Branding, Concept Development, Direct Mail, Creative Strategy, Brand Development..., Strategy, Start-ups, Social Media, Retail, Leadership, Sales, Business Planning, Logo Design, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Customer Insight, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Digital Strategy, Branding & Identity, Market Planning, Market Research, Management
Education
Georgetown University
BA, English / Art History
Direct Selling Strategies Vice President, SalesAtHome America2003 - 2005
Discovery Toys, LLC 1994 - 1998
Avon Products 1977 - 1987
Skills
Marketing Communications, Social Media, Entrepreneurship, Direct Sales, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Sales, E-commerce, Direct Marketing, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Project Management, Trade Shows, Marketing, Leadership, Management, Sales Operations, Product Development, Leadership Development, Event Management, Marketing Management
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business
M.B.A., Marketing
Northern Illinois University - College of Business
B.S., Management
Portland State University January 2015 - Present
Portland Public Schools December 2014 - Present
Re:think Tutoring September 2014 - December 2014
Portland State University September 2012 - June 2014
Big Bend Community College September 2006 - December 2012
Discovery Toys, LLC August 2010 - August 2012
Washington State University July 2003 - August 2006
United Way of King County August 2002 - June 2003
Skills
Higher Education, Academic Advising, Public Speaking, Teaching, Nonprofits, Curriculum Design, Event Planning, Leadership Development, Grant Writing, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, PowerPoint, Curriculum Development, E-Learning, Program Development, Research, Volunteer Management, Training, Qualitative Research, College Teaching, Adult Education, Distance Learning, SPSS, Student Development, Program Evaluation, University Teaching, Grants
Education
Portland State University 2012 — 2014
MA Sociology, Sociology of Education
Seattle Pacific University 1997 — 2001
BA, Sociology
Seattle Pacific University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish, Latin American Studies & Sociology
Quincy High School
Sable Commercial Realty May 2013 - Present
Sable Commercial Realty March 2013 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC August 1996 - January 2014
PNC Bank May 2011 - June 2012
STS March 2010 - May 2011
Lancaster Jewish Community Center March 2003 - October 2003
Straaton, Inc. August 1989 - July 1993
Carson Pirie Scott August 1984 - July 1989
Burdines Department Stores May 1982 - June 1984
Education
University of Florida 1980 — 1982
BS, Marketing
Scholastic 2012 - Present
Capo Beach Christian School 2009 - 2012
Capo Beach Calvary August 2007 - July 2009
CUSD October 2000 - June 2007
Palisades United Methodist Church August 2002 - August 2005
Discovery Toys, LLC September 1995 - February 1998
Pacific Bell/AT&T August 1985 - February 1994
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Educational Leadership, Differentiated..., Curriculum Development, Classroom, Staff Development, Special Education, Tutoring, Educational Technology, Elementary Education, Classroom Management, Account Executives, Educational Consulting, Public Speaking, Entrepreneurship, Teacher Training, E-Learning, Leadership Development, Program Management, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Management, Team Building, Training
Education
California State University-Fullerton 2002 — 2004
Multiple Subject Teaching Credential, CLAD Certification
San Diego State University-California State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Silicon Valley Down Syndrome Network January 2014 - Present
Silicon Valley Direct Sellers January 2014 - Present
Wildtree Herbs, Inc. October 2011 - Present
Ellen Hovey Sales & Marketing 2014 - 2015
Ellen Hovey Sales & Marketing 2014 - 2015
Ellen Hovey Sales & Marketing 2014 - 2015
Discovery Toys, LLC June 2005 - October 2011
Parents Helping Parents April 2000 - May 2005
Woodfin Suite Hotels January 1999 - March 2000
Embassy Suites January 1996 - December 1998
Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Non-profits, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Training, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Coaching
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
BS, Hospitality Management and Marketing
Blessed Hands Doula January 2012 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC March 2012 - December 2013
Skills
Coaching, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Leadership, Marketing, Program Management, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Training
Education
Bishop Machebeuf Catholic High School 1989 — 1993
University of Northern Colorado
Trasaterra Design Studio November 2008 - Present
Discovery Toys LLC 2009 - 2010
Christie's Inc. March 2006 - November 2008
Christie's Inc. August 2001 - March 2006
Skills
Web Technologies, Typography, Image Manipulation, Creative Direction, Art Direction, InDesign, Brochures, Painting, Art, Photoshop, Fine Art, Logo Design, Illustration, Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Pre-press, Photography, Packaging, Direct Mail, Information Architecture, Corporate Identity, Concept Development, User Experience, Mac, QuarkXPress, Catalogs, Layout, Branding & Identity, Visual Communication, Posters, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Brand Development, Creative Strategy, Adobe Acrobat, Image Editing
Education
International Center of Photography
Advanced Photoshop, including RGB and CMYK color-correction
SUNY/FIT
Communication Design (BFA)
Salve Regina University
Fine Art (BA), Chemistry (BA), Art History minor
Discovery Toys, LLC April 2008 - Present
EDS Group 1995 - 2008
Skills
System Administration, Software Development, Quality Assurance, ITIL, IT Service Management, Incident Management, IT Operations, IT Management, HP, SDLC, Disaster Recovery, Release Management
Education
Clarke College 1990 — 1993
BA, CIS/MIS
Loras College 1976 — 1980
BA, German/Spanish, Business Minor
Florida Catholic August 2006 - Present
Volusia County Kids Directory 2003 - 2007
Discovery Toys, LLC 1999 - 2001
Seminole County Public Schools 1989 - 2000
Skills
Newspapers, Copy Editing, Advertising, Photography, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Media Relations, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Newspaper, Editing, Advertising Sales, Sales, Magazines, Digital Media, Publications, CRM, Journalism, Newsletters, Publishing, Blogging, Copywriting, Press Releases, Trade Shows, Media Planning, Facebook, Social Networking, Radio, News Writing, New Media, Web Content, Integrated Marketing, Books, Content Strategy, Publicity, Creative Writing, Media Buying, AP Style, Speech Writing, SEO, Direct Mail, Broadcast, Corporate Communications
Education
State University of New York College at Cortland 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Elementary Education and Early Childhood (N-6th grade)
State University of New York College at Cortland 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Freelance Writer/Editor and Proofreader May 1993 - Present
St. Charles Catholic School May 2003 - June 2012
St. Charles Catholic School May 2001 - June 2012
St. Charles Catholic School August 2003 - June 2006
Monroe County Humane Association 2000 - 2003
Discovery Toys, LLC September 1997 - June 2002
Hirons & Company April 1991 - May 1993
L.S. Ayres June 1990 - April 1991
Skills
Writing, Editing, Magazines, Journalism, Advertising, Promotions, Press Releases, Books, Creative Writing, Proofreading, Blogging, Editorial, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Public Relations, Newsletters, Newspaper, Facebook, Publicity, Photography, Non-fiction, Brochures, Freelance Writing, Ghostwriting, Volunteer Management, Non-profit Fund..., Volunteer Recruiting, Publications, Newspapers
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1986 — 1990
BA, Journalism and Psychology
Salem High School 1982 — 1986
Thrivent Financial December 2014 - Present
Securian Financial Group January 2010 - December 2014
Securian Financial Group January 2009 - January 2010
Discovery Toys, LLC September 2008 - December 2009
Ameriprise Financial February 2000 - October 2008
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. December 1998 - February 2000
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. February 1997 - December 1998
Advanced Flex Inc. May 1996 - February 1997
National Camera Exchange May 1994 - May 1996
Ritz Camera & Image June 1992 - September 1993
Skills
Recruiting, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Leadership, Coaching, Leadership Development, Sourcing, Vendor Management, Strategy, Personnel Management, Management, Applicant Tracking..., Program Management, Time Management, Onboarding, Talent Management, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Selection, Personality Assessment, Organizational..., Industrial Psychology, Process Improvement, Relationship Management, Statistics, HRIS, HR Consulting, Strategic HR, Talent Pipelining, Corporate Strategy..., Strategic Vision, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Fortune 500, HR Business Partner, Interviewing Skills, College Recruiting, Consulting, Organizational...
Education
Kansas State University 2003 — 2005
M.S., Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Hamline University 1993 — 1997
B.A., Sociology, Psychology
Town of Needham, MA September 2014 - Present
Blue Hill Promotional Products June 2013 - December 2014
Barefoot Books October 2012 - May 2013
Discovery Toys, LLC October 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Marketing, Sales Management, Special Education, Counseling Psychology, Qualified Teacher, Multi Tasking, Networking, Event Management, Leadership, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Small Business
Education
Northeastern University
Master of Science (M.S.), Counseling Psychology
Simmons College
Master of Arts (M.A.), Special Education and Teaching
Paxterra Electromotive 2006 - Present
DeSabla Sustainability Station 2001 - 2005
Handspring December 1999 - July 2001
Pacific Telebotics 1995 - 1999
id8 Product Development 1992 - 1999
PCS Edventures 1994 - 1995
Discovery Toys, LLC 1989 - 1992
Galoob Toys 1988 - 1989
IDEO 1985 - 1988
NASA Ames Research Center January 1983 - January 1984
Skills
Keeping my head when..., Product Strategy, Start-ups, Product Management, Process Improvement, Product Development, Negotiation, Business Analysis, Team Leadership, Coaching, Solidworks, Process Engineering, Management Consulting, Strategic Partnerships, Management, Engineering, Contract Negotiation, Electronics, Cross-functional Team..., Team Management, Business Strategy, Marketing, Team Building, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, New Business Development, Entrepreneurship, Mobile Devices, Manufacturing, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Change Management, Integration, User Experience, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Product Design, Project Planning, Microsoft Excel, Vendor Management, Small Business, Social Media, Budgets, Program Management, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Business Planning, Market Analysis, Operations Management, Product Marketing
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1989 — 1990
non-degree program, Program Management
Stanford University 1975 — 1988
Design Synthesis, Engineering, Design, Social Science, Business
Foothill College 1984 — 1985
Mathematics, Business, Engineering
Routt County Community College 1980 — 1981
Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
Bellarmine College Preparatory 1971 — 1975
TCF Financial May 2010 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC April 2001 - January 2008
Skills
Financial Analysis, Banking, Credit, Credit Analysis, Financial Modeling, Loans, Finance, Accounting, Cash Management, Commercial Banking, Portfolio Management, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Retail Banking, Credit Risk, Corporate Finance, Commercial Lending, Strategic Financial..., Financial Risk, Essbase, Management, Treasury Management
Education
St. Cloud State University
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Finance, Economics, Summa Cum Laude
Design Solutions KGP April 2011 - Present
Warwick Valley Schools September 2000 - Present
Design Solutions 2011 - 2013
Discovery Toys, LLC 1991 - 1995
Brookstone 1986 - 1990
Jordan Marsh 1982 - 1986
Lord & Taylor 1980 - 1982
Skills
Home Staging, Purchasing, Teaching, Trade Show Coordination, Allocation, Microsoft Office, Product Marketing, Merchandising, Interior Design, Selling, Buying, Vendor Relations, Customer Service, Negotiation, Visual Merchandising, Real Estate, Sellers, Trade Shows, Sales, Residential Homes, Online Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Product Development, Retail, Photography, Product Management, Marketing, Project Planning
Education
Horace Greeley 1972 — 1976
Fashion Institute of Technology
Fashion Merchandising and Buying
Pace University
BA, Management
Cuyahoga Community College October 2010 - Present
Right Management February 2009 - September 2012
Discovery Toys, LLC May 2008 - January 2012
KAFF Partners, LLC October 2008 - October 2009
Case Western Reserve University September 2006 - March 2008
Robert Half International October 1997 - December 2005
Skills
Career Coaching, Career Specialist, Job Search Coach, Career Management, Recruitment/Retention, Career Services, Resume Writing, Career Transitioning, Career Transition..., Career Development, Workshop Facilitation, Workshop Presenter, Business Strategy, New Business Development, Career Strategist, Career Counseling, Workshops, Interviews, Recruiting, Job Coaching, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Workforce Planning, Job Search, Strategy, Job Search Strategies, Management, Coaching, Training, Leadership
Education
Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University 2007 — 2008
MBA
Kent State University 1984 — 1991
BA
Discovery Toys, LLC October 2012 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC April 2010 - October 2012
Deluxe Mobile Notary Service February 2005 - August 2010
Molina Healthcare October 2003 - March 2006
Sizzler USA October 1996 - October 2000
Skills
Customer Service, Budgets, Event Planning, Human Resources, Sales, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Team Building, Project Management, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Marketing, Management, PowerPoint, Research
Education
University of Colorado Boulder 1992 — 1996
Environmental Conservation
Discovery Toys, LLC April 2010 - June 2014
Briggs & Stratton November 2005 - June 2012
Briggs & Stratton May 2003 - November 2005
Skills
Continuous Improvement, SAP, Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Supplier Development, Inventory Management, Team Building, Lean Manufacturing, Product Development, Materials Management, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2007 — 2010
MPM, Project Management
Milwaukee School of Engineering 1996 — 2000
BS, Industrial Engineer
Zurvita July 2013 - Present
The Open School March 2012 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC August 2010 - June 2013
Men for a Cause Magazine October 2009 - June 2010
Summerhill Investments June 2007 - August 2008
The Work Foundation 2007 - 2008
Clayton & Associates May 2005 - September 2006
Westminster Christian Academy June 2003 - June 2005
Merrill Lynch April 2001 - July 2002
Skills
Writing, Editing, Public Speaking, Teaching, Team Building, Negotiation, Time Management, Event Planning, Nonprofits
Education
Goldsmiths, University of London 2006 — 2007
MA, Performance and Culture
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 2003 — 2004
M.Ed., Secondary Education
Westmont College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication Studies
Walmart Stores Inc September 2015 - Present
Walmart July 2013 - September 2015
Discovery Toys, LLC October 2010 - October 2013
Walmart Stores Inc September 2011 - July 2013
Wal-Mart May 2009 - September 2011
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. April 2007 - May 2009
Wal-Mart January 2005 - April 2007
Skills
Merchandising, Change Management, Inventory Management, Retail, Selling, Sales, Business Strategy, Management, Forecasting, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, CPFR, Profit, Categorization, P&L, P&L Management, Pricing
Education
Missouri State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Marketing: Retail/Merchandising
Crop Guard Research, Inc. 1992 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC 1983 - Present
Skills
Coaching, Customer Service, Editing, Event Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Leadership Development, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Non-profits, Project Management, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Sales, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Training, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Teaching
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1976 — 1978
B. A. Early Childhood Education
Oklahoma State University 1973 — 1976
B.S. Elementary Education
Pampered Chef June 2015 - Present
The Pampered Chef September 1996 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC April 1984 - September 1996
Skills
Direct Sales, Sales Management, Team Building, Coaching, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Process Improvement, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Sales, Program Management, Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Strategy, Training, Sales Operations, Recruiting, Entrepreneurship, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Project Management, Call Centers, Forecasting, Organizational..., Competitive Analysis, Business Development, Social Networking, Employee Training, Event Planning, Fundraising, Market Research, New Business Development, Risk Management, Small Business, Start-ups, Account Management, Business Planning, Advertising, P, P&L Management, Social Media Marketing
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 1974 — 1977
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Harper College 1976 — 1977
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
The Shlenker School 2008 - Present
Sandy's Tutoring Services 1996 - Present
Congregation Beth Yeshurun 2002 - 2008
Congregation Beth Yeshurun 1998 - 2002
Congregation Beth Yeshurun 1997 - 1998
Congregation Beth Yeshurun 1995 - 1997
Discovery Toys, LLC 1993 - 1994
Discovery Toys, LLC 1992 - 1993
Bradford School of Business August 1985 - August 1990
Bradford School March 1985 - August 1990
Skills
Tutoring, Microsoft Office, Teaching, Classroom, Strategic Planning, Editing, Leadership, Community Outreach, Curriculum Development, Nonprofits, Public Speaking
Education
Houston Baptist University 1994 — 1995
Teaching Certificate, Elementary Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science, Communications
Discovery Toys, LLC June 2013 - Present
Mealeys Furniture March 2009 - August 2011
Rovner, Allen, Rovner, Zimmerman and Nash February 2007 - March 2009
Comcast Cable August 2005 - February 2007
Rovner, Allen, Rovner, Zimmerman and Nash November 2002 - August 2005
Petco Animal Supplies October 2000 - May 2003
Education
Bucks County Community College
Nursing
Manor College 2000 — 2002
Associate's degree, Business Administration
Manor College 2000 — 2002
Associate's degree, Paralegal Studies
Attorney May 2002 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC March 2010 - 2011
Education
Hinds Community College 2007 — 2009
Associate of Applied Science, Interpreter Training - American Sign Language
University of Mississippi School of Law 1999 — 2002
Juris Doctor, Law
Mississippi College 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Paralegal, Minor Criminal Justice
Hinds Community College 1987 — 1989
Associate of Applied Science, Paralegal
Design & Marketing Solutions April 1998 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC December 1992 - July 1994
Skills
Graphic Design, Web Design, Corporate Identity, Collateral Design, Logo Design, Annual Report Design, Brochures, Newsletter Design, Press Release..., Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Corporate Branding, Collateral, Marketing
Education
UC Berkeley
Marketing
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Christie's March 2014 - Present
Heelster July 2014 - Present
Minim Design Studio 2011 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC March 2009 - February 2012
Rolling Stone Magazine March 2003 - October 2003
Teen People 2002 - 2003
Skills
Digital Illustration, Art Direction, Typography, Art, Packaging, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Brochures, Illustration, Image Manipulation, Creative Direction, Advertising, InDesign, Catalogs, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Brand Development, Concept Development, Graphics, Layout, Corporate Branding, QuarkXPress, Mac, Pre-press, Adobe Acrobat, Annual Reports, Collateral, Fashion, Corporate Identity, Copywriting, Branding, Marketing Communications, Creative Strategy, Social Media, Photography
Education
University at Buffalo
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art History, Communication Design
University at Buffalo
Discovery Toys, LLC July 2013 - Present
Custom Paving, Inc. January 2011 - April 2012
Aldine ISD August 2006 - June 2009
Jason's Deli 2002 - 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Efficiency, Microsoft Office, Classroom Management, Lesson Planning, Classroom, Curriculum Development, Differentiated..., Educational Technology, Elementary Education, Tutoring, Literacy, Teaching, Google Maps, Google Earth, Computer Proficiency
Education
University of Houston 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Psychology
Tapper's Diamonds & Fine Jewelry October 2014 - Present
Norwex Environmental Products April 2013 - October 2014
Discovery Toys, LLC August 2010 - January 2013
Finlay Fine Jewelry September 2005 - June 2008
Finlay Fine Jewelry April 2005 - August 2005
Touched by the Light Thomas Kinkade Art Gallery November 2004 - April 2005
Target 2004 - October 2004
Marshall Field's September 1999 - 2004
Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Time Management, Customer Service, Coaching, Training, Social Media, Leadership Development, Sales, Teaching, Leadership, Fundraising, Team Building, Social Networking
Education
Walsh College of Accountancy and Business Administration 2013 — 2014
Masters of Management
Concordia University-Ann Arbor 1999 — 2003
BA's, Business Administration and General Psychology
Cloverdale Multi-Ressources (en collaboration avec Emploi-Québec) February 2010 - July 2013
Cloverdale Multi-Ressources (en collaboration avec Emploi-Québec) October 2009 - June 2013
Discovery Toys, LLC August 2011 - December 2012
CAA-Québec February 2008 - March 2008
CAA-Québec July 2007 - December 2007
CAA-Québec December 2003 - June 2006
IBM Canada Ltd. February 2001 - April 2003
Eicon Technology May 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Marketing, Market Development, Marketing Communications, Partner Management, Loyalty Programs, Non-profit..., Partnerships, Coordinating Events, Recruiting, Sales Operations, Non-profit Boards, Non-profit Volunteer, Complaint Management, Customer Service, Quotations, Teaching Adults, Marketing Strategy, Sales Promotion, Customer Oriented, Website Promotion, Advertising, Market Research, Sales, Direct Sales, Sales Presentations, Long-term Customer..., Account Management, Partnership Marketing, Meeting Planning, Subsidies, Cold Calling, Customer Retention, Renewal of services, Employee Training, Service client, Publicité, Vente
Education
2006 — 2009
M.B.A., Maîtrise en administration des affaires
Université McGill 1997 — 2000
Baccalauréat en Commerce, Majeure en Marketing / Concentration en Gestion de systèmes d’information
Discovery Toys, LLC September 2002 - November 2011
Sprint September 1998 - May 2000
Volt Services Group August 1997 - September 1998
Kelly Services December 1994 - August 1997
US Army October 1990 - August 1993
Skills
Event Management, Fundraising, Staffing Coordination, Marketing Strategy, Customer-focused Service, Organized Multi-tasker, Corporate Sponsorship, Hands-on Problem Solver, Independent Self-starter, National Sales Manager, Project Management, Sponsorship, Sales Operations, Account Management, Sales Process, Integrated Marketing, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Leadership, Marketing, Event Planning, Sales, Social Networking, Direct Sales, Program Management, program, Training, Coaching
Education
Michigan State University 1984 — 1986
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Hospitality Business
Discovery Toys, LLC November 2009 - Present
Wamego Middle School, USD 320 August 2006 - May 2009
Education
Kansas State University 2000 — 2005
B.S., Family and Consumer Sciences Education, Agricultural Economics
American Girl September 2014 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC October 2013 - Present
Tandy Leather July 2011 - April 2012
Resource Staffing Group January 2006 - September 2010
BYU-Idaho 2006 - 2008
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Research, Event Planning, Leadership, Social Media, Teaching, Social Networking, Public Relations, Editing, Marketing, Event Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Data Entry
Education
Brigham Young University - Idaho 2005 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Kingwood high school
Kingwood highschool
Discovery Toys, LLC 2011 - Present
Pursuant / KMA Direct Communications 2004 - 2011
Skills
Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Project Management, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Email Marketing, Print Production, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Marketing Communications, Budgets, Fundraising, Marketing
Education
Southeast Missouri State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Education
Discovery Toys, LLC April 1990 - Present
Myron Green/Treat America July 1981 - Present
Discovery Toys Independent Consultant 1990 - 2010
Education
Northwest Missouri State University 1975 — 1979
BS-ED, Home Economics
Grandview Senior High 1971 — 1975
Discovery Toys, LLC August 2009 - Present
Community 1st Credit Union October 2006 - Present
Education
Indian Hills Community College
Discovery Toys Independent Consultant October 1980 - Present
Discovery Toys, LLC 1980 - Present
Abington School District September 1970 - November 1975
Skills
Direct Sales, Sales, Event Planning, Customer Service, Coaching, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Leadership Development, Fundraising, Event Management, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Marketing, Training, Team Building, Recruiting, Leadership, Retail, Entrepreneurship, Small Business
Education
West Chester University of Pennsylvania - Master's Degree 1971 — 1973
Elementary Education and Teaching
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania 1966 — 1970
Bachelor's degree, Elementary Education and Teaching
Bank of America January 2015 - Present
Chiquita Brands International, Inc. August 2005 - January 2015
Discovery Toys, LLC 1996 - 2005
Maritrop Trading Corporation (subsidiary of Chiquita) 1990 - 1996
Chiquita Brands International, Inc. 1988 - 1990
Procter & Gamble 1987 - 1988
Skills
Purchasing, International Logistics, Transportation, Corporate paralegal work, Contract Management, Corporate Governance, Compliance, Spanish, French, Due Diligence, Legal Compliance, Logistics, Analysis, Process Improvement, Corporate Law, Budgets, Training, Procurement, Software Documentation, Contract Negotiation, FCPA, Mergers & Acquisitions, Licensing, Intellectual Property, Management, Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Financial Analysis, Supply Chain Management
Education
Portsmouth West High School
Sorbonne University
International Relations Certificate, French Studies
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude
Golden Gate Bell, LLC September 2014 - Present
Dolan Foster Enterprises, LLC November 2013 - September 2014
DT Learning Products, Inc July 2012 - August 2013
Discovery Toys, LLC February 2009 - June 2012
Discovery Toys Inc October 2000 - January 2009
Robert Half International April 2000 - October 2000
Southland Corporation - 7-11 1993 - February 2000
Skills
Accounting, General Ledger, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Management, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Forecasting, Budgets, Human Resources, Customer Service, Management, Retail, Platinum, Access, FRx Report Writer, Crystal Reports, JD Edwards, QuickBooks, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office
Education
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 1981 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agricultural Business and Management
Garments of Praise Ministries, Inc. December 2011 - Present
Goodwill Industries of Northern New England July 2005 - Present
Weil Publishing Co., Inc. September 1996 - July 2005
Preti Flaherty August 1985 - August 1989
Discovery Toys, LLC March 1983 - June 1984
Supervisor of Shipbuilding, Conversion and Repair, U. S. Navy May 1976 - November 1982
Education
University of Maine at Farmington 1991 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (BS), Education
University of Maine at Augusta 1989 — 1991
Associate of Science (A.S.), General Studies