Dollywood Company
Industry: Theme park
DescriptionDollywood is a theme park jointly owned by entertainer Dolly Parton and Herschend Family Entertainment. It is located in the Knoxville-Smoky Mountains metroplex in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. Opened: 1961 Area: 150 acres Location: Pigeon Forge, Tennessee, US Owner: Dolly Parton with Herschend Family Entertainment Did you know: It's a great place for a family to visit. vacationsmadeeasy.com
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Dollywood Employees
The Jacobs Insurance Agency May 2014 - Present
Central Communications July 2013 - May 2014
Bouchard Insurance March 2012 - December 2012
UnitedHealthcare January 2011 - February 2012
Law Enforcement Supply November 2009 - December 2010
SAFESPACE January 2008 - May 2009
TENNESSEE STATE BANK July 2006 - September 2007
DOLLYWOOD April 2005 - September 2005
ATWORK PERSONNEL SERVICES November 2004 - April 2005
Accurate Graphics September 2002 - July 2004
Skills
Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Recruiting, Training, Payroll, Customer Service, Employee Training, Insurance, Sales, Interviews, Administrative..., Deferred Compensation, Time Management, Personnel Management, FMLA, System Administration, Temporary Placement, Data Entry, Administration, Accounts Payable, Employee Relations, Management, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Fundraising, Workers Compensation, Outlook, Access, Coaching, Team Building, Administrative...
Education
American Red Cross - CNA Program 2013 — 2013
Norwalk Community College 2002 — 2004
General
Environmental Solutions Group July 2015 - Present
Environmental Solutions Group June 2014 - Present
Soma Intimates June 2012 - November 2014
Hancock Fabrics October 2009 - June 2012
Dollywood March 2009 - August 2009
Dandridge Christian Learning Center July 2007 - May 2008
The Begin Again Shoppe April 2005 - June 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visual Merchandising, Staff Supervision, Fabric Selection, Customer Satisfaction, Leading Meetings, Digital Photography, Coordinating Events, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Sewing, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Sales
Education
Northcentral University 2013 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing (2014)
Tennessee Technological University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Human Ecology Merchandising and Design
Cedar Fair Entertainment Company November 2014 - Present
Dollywood July 2011 - August 2014
Wild Adventures Theme Park November 2010 - July 2011
Cincinnati USA Regional Chamber September 2006 - October 2010
Paramount's Carowinds 2005 - 2006
Paramount's Kings Island 1999 - 2005
WonderGroup 1997 - 1998
Bridge Worldwide 1997 - 1997
GTE Wireless 1995 - 1997
Sive/Young & Rubicam 1993 - 1995
Skills
Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Social Media, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Fundraising, Social Networking, Budgets, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Tourism Management
Education
Ohio University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
BP Music (Bobby Prince Music) 2005 - Present
Dollywood March 2004 - Present
Walt Disney World, Opryland, Ray Steven's Movie "Get Serious" 1973 - 2003
Skills
Improvisation, Entertainment, Musical Theatre, Stage, Acting, Performing Arts, Comedy, Voice Over, Singing, Theatre, Music, Sound, Television, Film, Video, Radio, Songs, Commercials, Concerts, Recording, Festivals, Music Industry, Live Events, Studio Recording, Music Production, Facebook, Songwriting
Education
The University of Memphis 1972 — 1975
BFA in Theatre Performance, Theatre Performance
Dollywood October 2013 - Present
THE BROADWAY THEATER January 2012 - July 2013
The Dollywood Company September 2011 - January 2012
CIRCUS ORANGE January 2010 - January 2011
Carnival Cruise Lines January 2005 - January 2010
Skills
Stage Management, Stage Lighting, Theatrical Production, Live Events, Live Sound, Musical Theatre, Event Management, Production Managment, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Scenic Painting, Costumes, Entertainment, Theatre, Stage, AV, Set Design, Festivals, Sound, Lighting, Lighting Design, Technical Direction, Stage Rigging, Performing Arts, Sound Reinforcement, Theme Parks, Production Management
Education
Capilano University 2003 — 2005
Associate's degree, Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
Capilano University 2003 — 2005
associate degree, Technical Theatre/Theatre Design and Technology
Dollywood May 2000 - Present
National Roller Coaster Museum and Archive November 2008 - Present
Dixie Stampede/Pirates Voyage February 2003 - Present
WATE-TV July 1996 - May 2000
WPDE-TV August 1992 - July 1996
KTVO-TV October 1990 - August 1992
KOIA-TV December 1988 - October 1990
KMTV-TV May 1986 - September 1986
Skills
Media Relations, Publicity, Event Management, Public Relations, Video Production, Press Releases, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Facebook, Broadcast, Voice Over, Radio, Editorial, Creative Direction, Event Planning, Film, Journalism, Strategic Planning, Blogging, Editing, Marketing Communications, Media Planning, Storytelling, Corporate Communications, Digital Marketing, Newsletters, Music, Sponsorship, New Media, Web Content, Strategic Communications, Spokesperson, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Video, Final Cut Pro, Marketing, News Writing, Photography, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Creative Writing, Brand Development, Video Editing, Copywriting, Content Strategy, Broadcast Journalism, Public Speaking, Tourism, Digital Media
Education
Poynter Institute 2000 — 2000
Journalism Management and Ethics
The University of Kansas 1984 — 1988
Radio, Television and Film
Department of Veterans Affairs June 1998 - Present
Dollywood 2002 - July 2014
Parkway General Hospital 1976 - 1978
Skills
Government, Public Speaking, Editing, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Team Building, Social Media, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning
Education
Northeastern University 1968 — 1973
Bachelor's degree, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, graduated cum laude
Keuka College
BS, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Blue Gate Musicals April 2012 - Present
Bluefield College August 2012 - May 2014
Beckley Dance Theatre 2010 - December 2013
Theatre West Virginia September 2009 - April 2012
Mr. E Murders inc. March 2009 - April 2012
Trumpet in the Land May 2008 - August 2009
Fee/Hedrick Entertainment July 2007 - December 2007
Dollywood May 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Acting, Singing, Dance, Theatre, Musical Theatre, Drama, Stage, Voice Over, Entertainment, Stage Combat, Plays, Improvisation, Performing Arts, Shakespeare, Comedy, Music, Playwriting, Directing, Dialects, Stage Management, Voice Acting, Choreography, Set Design, Theatrical Production, Arts Administration, Stage Lighting, Set Construction, Costumes, Festivals
Education
Bluefield College 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), General Theatre
Bluefield College 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre major
Dollywood March 1986 - Present
Sammy Hall Ministries 1981 - 1984
US Navy 1975 - 1980
Skills
Sound, Audio Engineering, Sound Design, Recording, Music Production, Music Industry, Entertainment, Musical Theatre, Music, Theatre, Studio Recording, Singing, Pro Tools, Audio Editing, Live Sound, Guitar, Stage, Sound Reinforcement, Festivals
Education
Carson-Newman College 1974 — 1975
La Follette High 1971 — 1974
Bush Brothers & Company August 2012 - Present
Bush Brothers & Company August 2011 - Present
Bluegreen Corporation October 2006 - December 2006
Dollywood June 1996 - October 2006
Skills
Music, Computer skills, can learn anything
Education
East Tennessee State University 1996 — 2002
BGS, General Studies
Jefferson County High School 1992 — 1996
High School, N/A
Randstad January 2009 - Present
Captain D's August 1997 - June 1998
Dollywood May 1996 - August 1997
Skills
data entry, Filing, Scanners, File Management, Microsoft Office 2007, Access, Spreadsheets
Education
Cleveland State Community College 1996 — 1997
n/a, Music Teacher Education
Hiwassee College 1993 — 1995
n/a, Music Teacher Education
Tennessee Technological University August 2013 - Present
Dollywood June 2013 - August 2013
Dollywood June 2012 - August 2012
Wilson Bank & Trust May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Accounting, Financial Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint
Education
Tennessee Technological University 2013 — 2013
International Experience, Accounting
Tennessee Technological University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Accounting
Volunteer State Community College (dual credit in high school) 2009 — 2010
Carson-Newman University June 2013 - Present
Operations and Communications Consultant September 2012 - Present
The Dollywood Foundation, USA, Canada, and the United Kingdom November 1996 - September 2012
Sevier Heights Baptist Church 1994 - 1996
BASF 1989 - 1994
Dollywood 1986 - 1988
Skills
Fundraising, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Public Relations, Event Planning, Entertainment, Microsoft Excel, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Budgets, Event Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Operations Management, Team Building, Teaching, Leadership, Social Networking, Program Development, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Grant Writing, Organizational..., Training, Social Media, Staff Development, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Government, Policy, Marketing Communications, Coaching, Management, Newsletters, Research, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Blogging, Program Management, Advertising, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Supervisory Skills, Outlook, Customer Service, Non-profit..., Press Releases
Education
East Tennessee State University
BS, Mass Communications
Tusculum College
MA, Organizational Management
KBVoiceovers January 2010 - Present
McDonald's January 2012 - May 2015
Dollywood 2012 - 2015
Amtrak Acela Express 2010 - 2015
EveryDrop Water Filter by Whirlpool January 2014 - January 2014
Toys "R" Us November 2013 - 2014
Rooms To Go May 2012 - May 2012
Sioux Falls CVB May 2012 - May 2012
Presbyterian Hospital February 2012 - February 2012
Pelton and Crane February 2012 - February 2012
Skills
Advertising, Video, Television, Broadcast, Public Speaking, Creative Direction, Commercials, Radio, Voice Over, Social Media, Media Relations, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Online Advertising, Public Relations, Radio Advertising, Sound, Music, Video Production, Radio Host
Education
The University of Georgia
Journalism/PR, Public Relations
University of Tennessee September 2011 - Present
Austin Peay State University August 2010 - September 2011
Various Publishing Companies March 2003 - August 2011
Hearthstone, Inc July 2002 - February 2009
Heritage Log Homes April 2001 - July 2002
Hearthstone, Inc October 1999 - December 2000
Architectural Associates May 1998 - October 1999
Dollywood March 1995 - April 1998
Skills
Photoshop, PowerPoint, FrontPage, Press Releases, Newsletters, Advertising, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Graphic Design, Mac, Public Relations, Editing, Facebook, Photography, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Fundraising, Corporate Communications, Social Networking
Education
Austin Peay State University 2010 — 2013
Master of Arts, Corporate Communication
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design
Walters State Community College 1990 — 1991
Associate of Science Degree, General
Morristown West High & West View Middle 1985 — 1989
Ridgedale Baptist Church November 2006 - Present
Joni and Friends 2000 - 2014
American Red Cross (Knoxville TN) 1994 - 2014
The Dollywood Company March 1994 - October 2006
Dollywood 1994 - 2006
Hiwassee College January 1994 - May 1996
McDonald's Corporation January 1991 - March 1994
Skills
Customer Service, Financial Accounting, Internal Controls, Policy Writing, Transparency, Event Management, Event Planning, Public Relations, Research, Hiring Personnel, Operations Management, Church Growth, Church Administration, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Organizational..., Training, Management, Budgets, Nonprofits, Preaching, Discipleship, Church Events, Biblical Studies
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1998 — 1999
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Elementary Education and Teaching
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1996 — 1998
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Psychology
Hiwassee College 1994 — 1996
Associate's degree, Education
Carter High School
Ole Smoky Moonshine Distillery 2011 - Present
Dollywood 1999 - 2011
Herschend Family Entertainment 2007 - 2009
Skills
Training, Management, Employee Relations, Marketing, Coaching, Team Building, Organizational..., Human Resources, Sales, Customer Service, Event Planning, Event Management, Leadership Development, Public Relations, Employee Training, Leadership, Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Social Media, Retail, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Brand Development, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Time Management, Advertising, Social Networking, Recruiting
Education
Purdue University 1995 — 1999
BA, Communication
Rick's Music Service January 2008 - Present
Dollywood March 1995 - December 2004
Skills
Composing, Arranging, Music Transcription, Composition, Original Music, Finale, Saxophone, Flute, Music Production, Music, Orchestral Music, Keyboards, Music Theory, Musical Theatre, Orchestration, Blues, Percussion, Stage, Jazz, Band, Classical, Music Education, Vocal, Songs, Music Publishing, Soundtrack
Education
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1981 — 1986
Music Performance
Spike TV May 2012 - Present
Self-Employed July 2010 - Present
freeFall Theatre Company March 2014 - May 2014
American Stage Theatre Company May 2013 - July 2013
Walt Disney World August 2008 - July 2010
Kaiser Permanente January 2008 - May 2008
Dollywood April 2005 - December 2005
Education
Gainesville State College 2004 — 2006
Brenau University 2003 — 2004
BESTAgency November 2010 - Present
Harrah's Entertainment 2010 - November 2010
Fee Hedrick Entertainment March 2004 - January 2009
Dollywood February 1995 - March 2004
Dollywood January 1995 - March 2004
Skills
Multi Tasking, Organization, Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Team Building, Close Attention to..., Singing, Management, Project Management, Event Management, Program Management, Casting, Bookings, Set Decoration, Decoration, Show Calling, Entertainment Industry, Entertainment, Work Ethic, Ethical Leadership, Directors, Production Managment, Music Production, Music Industry, Musical Theatre, Production Planning, Fashion Shows, Stage Shows, Show Production, Booking Shows, Travel Planning, Operating Budgets, Budget Reconciliation, Coordinating Meetings, Business Meetings, Crew Scheduling, Appointment Scheduling, Theatre, Music, Sound, Video, Entertainment Management
Education
Central Piedmont Community College 1995 — 1996
Auburn University 1993 — 1995
Associate's degree, General Studies
LeFlore High School of Communications & Arts 1989 — 1993
honors
The Dollywood Company October 2012 - Present
Lonnie Rowland October 2007 - Present
Rowland Enterprises Travel February 2003 - Present
Custom Media Services March 2012 - November 2012
Dollywood September 2008 - 2012
Self Employed Nashville Musician July 1987 - June 2007
Consolidated Media Systems March 1996 - July 2001
Consolidated Media Systems/ MCSI 1996 - 2001
Opryland USA May 1989 - December 1995
World Class Travel 1992 - 1993
Skills
Keyboards, Musical Theatre, POP, Film Scoring, Pianist, Orchestration, Vocal, Recording, Singing, Music Industry, Composition, Songwriting, Songs, Music Theory, Music Production
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1994 — 1995
B.A University Studies, Business Administration and Mass Communications, 3.0
The Travel Institute 1992 — 1992
Travel & Tourism Industry Certification, Travel & Tourism, 4.0
Northern Kentucky University 1980 — 1984
Business Administration and Management, General
Lloyd High School
Walt Disney World January 2012 - Present
The Miracle Theater February 2011 - October 2011
Dollywood June 2008 - January 2010
Hazlett, Lewis & Bieter, PLLC September 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Entertainment, Singing, Acting, Musical Theatre, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Music
Education
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga 2006 — 2010
BS, Accounting, Graduated Summa Cum Laude, 3.96 GPA
Center for Creative Arts 1999 — 2006
High School Diploma, Musical Theatre, Graduated Salutatorian, 4.0 GPA
University of Tennessee August 2014 - Present
University of Tennessee April 2014 - August 2014
Tennessee Department of Mental Health June 2012 - June 2013
Lakeshore Mental Health Institute August 1995 - June 2012
Pellissippi State Technical Community College October 2007 - October 2010
U.S. Naval Reserve April 1990 - April 1996
Dry Advantage Carpet Care (Now Superior Carpet Care) October 1993 - August 1995
Munchie's Pizza January 1993 - May 1993
Metropolitan Security August 1992 - December 1992
Dollywood May 1992 - August 1992
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Customer Service, Adult Education, Coaching, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Mentoring, Direct Patient Care, Christian Ministry, Community Outreach
Education
Regent University 2002 — 2005
Master's Degree, Education-Teaching English to Speakers of Other Languages
Tennessee Temple University 1992 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Church Education
Pacific Coast Baptist Bible College 1989 — 1992
Th.G (Graduate in Theology diploma), Theology
Ringo Starr Tour June 2003 - Present
Self January 1989 - Present
Susan Rose May 1984 - Present
Trumpet Awards January 2009 - January 2013
Stellar Awards January 2006 - January 2013
Dollywood 2000 - 2013
Disney Hollywood Studios- Spectacle Of Dancing Lights September 2006 - November 2010
Kansas - DVD February 2009 - February 2009
Chonda Pierce DVD January 2009 - January 2009
Stellar Awards TV Show January 2005 - January 2009
Skills
Whole Hog Programming, Grand Ma Progrmming, Maxxyz Programming, Lighting, Television, Theatre, Music, Theme Parks, Lighting Design, Stage Lighting, Entertainment, Television Production, Programming, Production, Singer/Songwriter, Performer, Hog
Education
Full Sail University 1988 — 1989
Specialized Assosiate Degree, Audio
Full Sail University
The Dollywood Company January 2013 - Present
Leadership Sevier August 2007 - July 2013
Dollywood July 2001 - January 2012
Herschend Family Entertainment/Dollywood 1992 - 2001
Skills
Servant Leadership, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Team Building, Coaching, Event Management, Supervisory Skills, Customer Service, Employee Training, Leadership, Training, Organizational..., Recruiting, Human Resources, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Conflict Resolution, Community Outreach, Workshop Facilitation, Time Management, Fundraising, Social Networking, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Teaching, Public Relations
Education
Radford University 1986 — 1990
BA, Dance
Securemystore.com Partner - OwnerConsulTel, LLCJune 2002 - Present
Iris Networks June 2000 - June 2002
Dollywood March 1997 - November 1997
Skills
Security, Integration, Access Control, Sales, Leadership, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Team Building, Sales Management, Telecommunications, Strategy
Education
Oral Roberts University 1988 — 1990
BA English Lit., English and Music
Fillauer September 2014 - Present
CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. January 2014 - May 2014
Volkswagen of America, Inc January 2013 - January 2014
Volkswagen of America, Inc August 2012 - December 2012
WinShape Camps May 2010 - August 2010
Dollywood May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Accounting, Customer Service, Outlook, Budgets, Manufacturing, Data Entry, Leadership, Team Building, Management, Retail, Time Management, Process Improvement
Education
Tennessee Technological University 2008 — 2012
B.S. Business Administration, Accounting, Spanish
Independence High School 2004 — 2008
Knoxville Entrepreneur Center June 2015 - Present
Hard Knox Roller Girls January 2015 - Present
Knoxville Entrepreneur Center March 2014 - June 2015
The Gifter's Market March 2013 - June 2014
International Paper June 2013 - August 2013
The University of Tennessee Facilities Services September 2012 - May 2013
Kimberly-Clark January 2012 - July 2012
Dollywood June 2011 - August 2011
Dollywood's Splash Country May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Social Networking, SAP, PowerPoint, Social Media, Public Speaking, Facebook, Project Planning, i2 SCP, JDA, SQL, VBA, Microsoft Access, Logistics, Roller Derby, Strategic Planning, Special Events, Supply Chain Management, Getting Things Done, Continuous Process...
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville - College of Business Administration 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management and Information Management
Roanoke Valley Governor's School 2005 — 2009
High School Degree, Mathematics, Science, and Technology
Otterbein University Lighitng and Sound Supervisor / Events ManagerOtterbein UniversityAugust 2014 - Present
Otterbein University 2015 - 2015
Otterbein University 2015 - 2015
COSI - Center of Science and Industry 2013 - 2015
Belhaven College August 2011 - December 2013
New Stage Theater 2003 - 2013
Hapax Creative August 2009 - July 2012
Krannert Center for the Performing Arts August 2008 - May 2011
Jenny Wiley Theatre May 2007 - August 2007
Dollywood May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Stage, Stage Management, Theatre, Mastering, Sound Mixing, Sound Design, Sound, Theatrical Production, Entertainment, Location Recording, Music, Stage Lighting, FOH, Lighting Design, Performing Arts, Audio Engineering, Concerts, Musical Theatre, Event Planning, Audio Mixing, Editing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2011
MFA, Sound Design and Technology
Belhaven University 2004 — 2008
BA, Theatre
Pearl High School
Flowers of Gatlinburg August 2012 - Present
Affiliate Marketing September 2011 - Present
Dollywood's Splash Country August 2011 - Present
Reliable Home and Pet Sitting January 2003 - Present
Dollywood March 2007 - July 2011
Skills
Pets, Social Networking, Public Relations, Social Media, Facebook, Marketing, Public Speaking, Event Management, Editing
Education
Eastern Washington University 1970 — 1972
Marycliff High School 1967 — 1970
The University of Texas at Tyler May 2012 - Present
Category Management Association 2012 - 2014
University of Tennessee, Knoxville 2009 - May 2012
Jewelry Television January 2006 - December 2008
Shop At Home Network November 2004 - June 2006
Wynns Sports and Outdoors 1999 - 2004
Dollywood 1994 - 1999
Ira A. Watson Co. 1989 - 1994
Sibleys 1987 - 1989
Skills
Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Consumer Behavior, Product Development, New Business Development, Vendor Management, Store Operations, Home, Merchandising, Project Planning, Apparel, Retail, E-commerce, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Fashion, Statistics, Marketing, Marketing Research, Analysis, Sales, Negotiation, Market Research, Research, Data Analysis, Leadership, Brand Development
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 2009 — 2012
Ph.D.
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1983 — 1984
MS Retail
Michigan State University 1979 — 1983
BS Retail
Rochester Adams High School 1975 — 1979
Diploma
Wilderness at the Smokies resort March 2013 - Present
Alpha Delta Pi June 1986 - Present
Wilderness at the Smokies resort 2013 - 2014
East TN Children's Hospital March 2000 - March 2013
University of Tennessee January 2001 - May 2005
Dollywood 1991 - 2000
Skills
Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Ap Style, Community Outreach, Press Releases, Event Planning, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Editing, Social Media, Internal Communications, Publicity, Community Development, Creative Writing, Nonprofits, Facebook, AP Style, Marketing, Blogging, Research, News Writing, Advertising, Journalism, Copy Editing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Volunteer Management, Speech Writing, Corporate Communications, Time Management, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Message Development, Publications, Copywriting
Education
University of Alabama 1985 — 1987
Masters, Public Relations
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism/PR
Fee/Hedrick Entertainment January 2005 - Present
Fee/Hedrick Entertainment May 2002 - Present
BLACK BEAR THEATER August 2002 - December 2004
DOLLYWOOD January 1995 - January 2004
RCCL/CELEBRITY CRUISES2000 January 2000 - September 2000
VANSTAR TECHNOLOGY SERVICES August 1998 - July 1999
Skills
Entertainment, Theatre, Stage, Acting, Live Events, Music, Singing, Production Managment, Voice Over, Musical Theatre, Emcee, Music Industry, Corporate Events, Event Management, Stage Management
Education
East Tennessee State University
PGA TOUR January 2015 - Present
PGA TOUR 2012 - January 2015
PGA TOUR May 2010 - 2012
PGA TOUR November 2007 - May 2010
World Golf Championhips - CA Championship August 2006 - April 2007
Dollywood May 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Sports Marketing, Business Development, Event Planning, Event Management, Social Networking, Sales, Sports, Sponsorship, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Golf, Sponsorship Sales, Marketing, Sports Management, Social Media, Coaching, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Ticket Sales, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Sponsorship Activation, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing
Education
Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee 2002 — 2006
Business Administration, Finance & Marketing
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance and Marketing
Dollywood June 2014 - Present
World Choice Investments LLC, dba:Dixie Stampede LLC, Pirates Voyage, Great Choice Investments LLC April 2010 - June 2014
Benchmark Construction and Design August 2005 - March 2010
Dollywood June 2002 - August 2006
Smoky Mountain General Store / Heritage Home Store 2000 - 2002
Silver Dollar City / Dollywood June 1984 - December 1999
Skills
Purchasing, Management, Interior Design, Construction Management, Project Management, Retail Management, Retail Consultation, Retail Design, Retail Store..., Product Development, Research and Development, Store Management, Event Management, Budgets, Sales, Customer Service, Merchandising, Team Building, Retail, Sales Management, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Hospitality, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Trade Shows, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Inventory Management, Social Media, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Entertainment, Online Marketing, Brand Management, Facebook, Product Marketing, Wholesale, Public Speaking, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Digital Marketing, Consumer Products, New Business Development, Sales Operations, Forecasting
Education
Lee University 1984 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business / Management
Dollywood May 2011 - December 2013
Stokely Hospitality February 2008 - May 2011
Executive Chef- Restaurant Concepts April 1994 - January 2008
The Dollywood Company March 1992 - March 1994
Westwood Restaurant Group January 1989 - February 1992
Education
Culinary Institute of America 1987 — 1989
AOS, Culinary Arts, Honors
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1983 — 1985
2 years, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Dollywood April 1980 - Present
Herschend Family Entertainment 1980 - October 2013
Skills
Theme Parks, Concept Design, Special Effects, Set Design, Scenic Painting, Creative Direction, Entertainment, Stage, Drawing, Theatre, Animation, Sculpture, Exhibit Design, Production Managment, Musical Theatre, Props, Art Direction, Digital Painting, Concept Development, Art, Film, Painting, Character Animation, Fine Art, Illustration, Stage Management, Stage Lighting, Murals, Costume Design, Digital Illustration, Theming, Live Events, Dance, Lighting Design, Environmental Design, Festivals, Acting, Graphic Design, Cartoons, Faux, Performing Arts, Improvisation
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1978 — 1980
BFA, sculpture
Mississippi State University 1972 — 1977
BA, painting
Silver Dollar City Attractions 2013 - Present
Herschend Family Entertainment March 1984 - Present
Herschend Family Entertainment March 1984 - Present
Dollywood April 1986 - July 1999
White Water March 1984 - April 1986
Miller Lynch Sporting Goods 1980 - March 1984
Wilson Foods Corporation 1978 - 1980
Skills
Budgets, Strategic Planning, Theme Parks, Customer Service, Entertainment, Hospitality, Event Management, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Team Building, Hospitality Management, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Inventory Management, Restaurants, Retail, Hotels, Microsoft Excel, Operations Management, Management, Human Resources, Leadership, P
Education
Southwestern Oklahoma State University 1974 — 1977
BS Accounting, Accounting & Business
Dollywood June 2010 - August 2010
Education
Tennessee Technological University 2007 — 2011
BS, Civil Engineering
Dollywood March 1999 - Present
Charles M. Clifford, Attorney March 1991 - Present
Skills
Public Speaking, Contract Negotiation, Facebook, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Entertainment, Theatre, Acting, Musical Theatre, Stage Management, Marketing Strategy, Performing Arts, Public Relations, Event Management, Media Relations, Customer Service, Leadership, Music
Education
E.T.S.U. 1966 — 1969
Journalism
Kelco Limited August 2005 - Present
Dollywood March 1997 - August 2005
Skills
Budget Management, Event Planning, Non Profit Accounting, Commercial Leasing
Education
University of South Carolina - Coastal 1990 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Finance
University of Rio Grande and Rio Grande Community College 1987 — 1990
Sevierville/Sevier County Joint Ventrue March 2000 - Present
Dollywood May 1976 - February 2000
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1976 — 1977
Jackson State Community College 1974 — 1975
AS, Business
Leidos September 2013 - Present
SAIC November 2008 - September 2013
Whirlpool Corporation June 2006 - November 2008
Dollywood April 2004 - June 2006
Skills
Analysis, Project Management, Business Analysis, Accounting, Program Management, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, SAP, Costpoint, Hyperion, Hyperion HFM, Cost Accounting, Service Centers, Shared Service Center, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Training
Education
Strayer University-Tennessee
Maison Merde Sit on the porch with my hubby, watching birds, bunnies, cows, occaisional bears and, of course our dogs playing in the yard and woods.Jingle
Dollywood April 1986 - December 1993
Skills
Free Thinking
Education
Miami University 1977 — 1982
B. Phil
Dollywood General technicianFreelanceMay 1986 - April 1994
Skills
Theatre, Stage, Musical Theatre, Stage Management, Stage Lighting, Entertainment, Lighting Design, Live Events, Performing Arts, Theatrical Production, Acting, Festivals, Production Managment, Sound Design, Set Design
Education
Montclair State University 1991 — 1993
Communication and Media Studies
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 1980 — 1985
Telecommunications Technology/Technician
Dollywood June 2007 - Present
National Vision February 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Business processes,...
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1978 — 1980
Master of Science (MS), C & I, 3.89
East Tennessee State University 1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Education
Parrottsville High School 1967 — 1971
Diploma, Business, Math