Experience
AXS.com  September 2014 - Present
Examiner.com   January 2013 - Present
Ditzy Blondes   2012 - Present
Ditzy Blondes   2012 - Present

Skills
Bacon, Cooking, Service Delivery, Corporate Gifts, Gifts, Executive Gifts, Client Gifts, Music Industry, Theaters, Live Production, Live Events, Writing, Registered Professional..., Professional Writing, Successful Business...

Education
Harvard Extension School
Bachelor’s Degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Experience
Illinois Institute of Technology  October 2010 - Present
Examiner.com   April 2010 - Present
Owner of Celestial Enterprises   March 2003 - Present
City Colleges of Chicago  July 2008 - July 2009
Olive Harvey College One of the City Colleges of Chicago   December 2007 - June 2008
Career & Community Education   December 2007 - June 2008
City Colleges of Chicago  October 2004 - December 2007
Daley College  October 2005 - December 2005
District Office of City Colleges of Chicago   July 2003 - October 2004
Pivot Point International  August 2002 - October 2003

Skills
Team Leadership, Social Media, Administration, Curriculum Writing, Teaching, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Writing, Mentoring, Curriculum Design, Instructional Design, Staff Development, Adult Education, Employee Training, Student Affairs, Event Planning, System Administration, Research, Leadership Development, Coaching, Management, Leadership, Career Counseling, Event Management, Training, Time Management, Student Development, Microsoft Excel, Curriculum Development, Interviews, Career Development, Recruiting, Nonprofits, Classroom, Student Engagement, Tutoring, Grant Writing, Human Resources, Policy, Marketing, Resume Writing, Social Networking, Admissions, Fundraising, Teamwork, Educational Leadership, Editing, Advertising, Program Development

Education
IIT Stuart School of Business   2014 — 2015
Marketing, Analytics and Communication-Certificate, In progress

Northeastern Illinois University   1998 — 2002
Masters Degree, Higher Education-Leadership

2002Northeastern Illinois University   1997 — 2002
Master of Arts, Educational Leadership

Truman College   1996 — 1997
Took elective classes, Human Resources Development, Undergrad

Northeastern Illinois University   1989 — 1995
Baccalaureate, Board of Governors, Human Resource Development

State of Illinois
Teacher's License, Licensed Cosmetology Teacher

Experience
Ministry  December 2011 - Present
Examiner.com   December 2010 - Present
Indiana University of Pennsylvania  May 2000 - Present
Giant Eagle  May 2000 - February 2014
Indiana University of Pennsylvania  2002 - 2010

Skills
Writing, Religion, Spirituality, Religious Studies, Self-esteem, Literature, Facebook, Social Media, Editing, Creative Writing, Blogging, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Hebrew, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Research, Copy Editing, Microsoft Word

Education
Liberty University   2014 — 2015
Professional Counseling

Indiana University of Pennsylvania   2000 — 2013
BA, Religious Studies, English minor

Marywood University   1998 — 2002
BA, Theater Arts

Experience
Center for Leadership Development  April 2013 - Present
Examiner.com   August 2012 - Present
JGH Advisors   November 2011 - November 2013
Indiana Black Expo, Inc.   February 2001 - November 2011
Indiana Black Expo, Inc.   September 1990 - January 2001
Indianapolis Recorder Newspaper  1980 - 1987

Skills
Resource Development, Fundraising, Donor Relations, Grant Writing, Grant Review, Grant Research, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Event Planning, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Grants, Program Development, Social Media Marketing, Staff Development, Training, Leadership, Proposal Writing, Nonprofits, Board Development, Research, Stewardship, Annual Giving, Management

Education
Howard University
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration, Management and Economics

Shortridge High School
Academic College Preparatory, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program

Experience
Examiner.com   November 2013 - Present

Skills
Social Media, Community Management, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Creative Writing, Facebook, Analytics, Online Marketing, Photoshop, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Team Building, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Research, Fundraising, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Outlook, Magento, Sales, Advertising, Community Sites, CRM, Editorial, Management

Education
Hofstra University

University of Utah

Experience
Houston ISD  August 2012 - Present
Examiner.com   July 2009 - Present
SPM Sports Page Magazine Inc.   April 2005 - Present
Hitchcock ISD  August 2010 - June 2011
Harmony School of Excellence-Endeavor   August 2009 - May 2010
Region 4 ESC  January 2009 - April 2009
Star Furniture  September 2008 - January 2009
Cypress-Fairbanks I.S.D.   August 2004 - September 2008
NANO Fiction  October 2006 - December 2007
Gulf Coast Magazine   March 2006 - December 2007

Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Creative Writing, Journalism, Teaching, Advertising, Magazines, Training, Blogging, Proofreading, Mac, Brochures, Social Media, Research, Public Speaking, Photography, Nonprofits, Time Management

Education
Texas Board of Education   2009 — 2009
Teaching Certificate, English/ Language Arts

Region 4 Alternative Certification Program   2007 — 2007
teXes Exam, Education

University of Houston   2004 — 2007
BA Cum Laude, English-Creative Writing

Houston Community College   1999 — 2004
AA, Arts

Aramco   1978 — 1990

Experience
The Reporter  June 2015 - August 2015
Examiner.com   June 2015 - June 2015
Northern Star Media  May 2014 - May 2015
The Reporter  May 2014 - July 2014
Northern Star Media  January 2014 - May 2014
Northern Star Media  August 2013 - January 2014
Rant Sports  May 2013 - August 2013
The Glacier   August 2011 - May 2013
Midnight Recap (defunct)   August 2012 - February 2013

Skills
Sports Writing, Social Media, Sports, InDesign, Twitter, Photoshop, WordPress, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Sports Coaching, Blogging, Facebook, Editing, InCopy, AP Style, PowerPoint

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2015 — 2016
Master’s Degree, Sports Journalism

Northern Illinois University   2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism; Minor, History

Moraine Valley Community College   2011 — 2013
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts, Summa cum laude (GPA 4.00)

Amos Alonzo Stagg High School   2007 — 2011
High School Diploma

Experience
Gap Inc.  October 2013 - Present
Old Navy  November 2005 - October 2013
Examiner.com   June 2013 - September 2013
After the Kiss   March 2013 - May 2013
Savvy Cinderella   June 2012 - October 2012

Skills
Customer Service, Press Releases, Campaign Development, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Journalism, Writing, Facebook, Campaigns, Editing, PowerPoint, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, Spanish, Social Media Marketing, Time Management

Education
Illinois State University   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Public Relations

Palatine High School   2004 — 2008

Experience
Enterprise Rent-A-Car  April 2015 - Present
Detroit Tigers  March 2014 - Present
Aflac  2014 - Present
Americana Theater   January 2012 - Present
The Engineering Society of Detroit  November 2011 - June 2013
Society of Detroit   January 2011 - June 2013
Examiner.com   January 2009 - August 2010
Madonna Herald   January 2008 - January 2010
Madonna University  January 2006 - January 2010
Meijer  January 2003 - January 2010

Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Fundraising, Public Relations, Volunteer Management, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Non-profits, Microsoft Publisher, Proposal Writing, Media Relations, Facebook, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Copy Editing, Sponsorship, Blogging

Education
Madonna University   2004 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Sport Management

Madonna University
Bachelor of Science, Sport Management, Business/Marketing Emphasis

Henry Ford Community College   1999 — 2000

Experience
Historic Georgetown, Inc   June 2015 - Present
Examiner.com   November 2013 - Present
Lifetouch  July 2012 - Present
Examiner.com   May 2009 - Present
Past and Present Millinery   April 2003 - Present
Examiner.com   January 2010 - November 2013
Marshdale Postal Station/Ravenglass Gallery   October 2007 - May 2009
Big Island Rendezvous   October 2003 - October 2006
Living History Farms  April 2002 - August 2006
Davenport Community School District  October 1998 - February 2002

Skills
Editing, Public Speaking, Photography, Blogging, History, Sewing, Creative Writing, Teaching, Newspapers, Research, Art, Copy Editing, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Social Media, Crochet, Curriculum Design, Costumes, Social Networking, Writing, education, homesteading, Sustainability, Fashion Design, community outreach, Community Outreach

Education
Iowa State University   1996 — 1998
Certification, History/Secondary Education Certification

Western State College   1984 — 1993
Bachelor's Degree, Sociology

Experience
Examiner.com   September 2011 - Present

Skills
Non-profits, Research, Social Media, Editing, Blogging, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Newsletters, Theology, Academic Writing, Journalism, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Media Relations

Education
Hartford Seminary   2011 — 2014
Masters, Islamic Studies and Christian-Muslim Relations

Texas Wesleyan University   1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science, Political Science

The American University in Cairo   1989 — 1992
Middle Eastern Studies

Experience
- Freelancer  freelancerFiverr
http://www.groundreport.com   April 2009 - Present
Examiner.com   2009 - 2011

Skills
Web Design, Marketing, WordPress, Copywriting, Photography, Blogging, Digital Media, Multimedia, Publishing, Magazines, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Web Content, Writing, Journalism, Editorial

Education
Houston Baptist University   1985 — 1986
Music Theory and Composition

Wayland Baptist University   1980 — 1983
Music Theory and Composition

Experience
Good News Notebook   March 2015 - Present
Examiner.com   March 2015 - Present
Self-employed  2014 - Present

Skills
Photography, Blogging, Editing, Social Media, Copywriting, Writing, Web Content

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2006 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism and Political Science

Experience
BehindtheThrills.com   February 2009 - Present
St. Lucie County Board of County Commissioners  August 2003 - Present
Examiner.com   March 2010 - August 2012
Lowe's Home Improvement  April 1999 - November 2001
Service Merchandise  February 1994 - April 1999

Skills
Social Networking, Video Editing, Photography, Facebook, Travel Writer, Travel Planning, Writing Skills, Videography, Social Media Relations, Computer Graphics, Event Photography, Heavy Equipment, Trucking, Lawn Care, Pest Control, Botany, Blog Development, Internet, Road Safety, Cpr Certified, First Aid, Aquatic Applicator, Irrigation, Irrigation Design, Audio Editing, Leisure Travel, Travel Writing, Theme Parks, Disney Vacations

Education
Indian River Community College

Experience
Examiner.com   May 2013 - Present
MIT  October 2010 - April 2012
Harvard Graduate School of Education  September 2008 - May 2010
La Joya ISD  August 2007 - May 2008
Miami-Dade ISD   October 2002 - May 2006
Alief ISD  January 2001 - May 2002
Bridgeline Transcriptions   January 2000 - May 2000
Bangalore Translations   January 1999 - May 2000
Houston ISD  September 1998 - December 1998

Skills
Competitive Analysis, Curriculum Design, Teaching, College Admissions, Teacher Training, Spanish, ESL, Admissions, Elementary Education, Higher Education, Qualitative Research, Curriculum Development, Data Analysis, Educational Technology, E-Learning, Instructional Design, Tutoring, SPSS, Grant Writing

Education
University of California, Irvine   2012 — 2014
Independent Educational Consultant Certificate, College Admissions

Harvard University Graduate School of Education   2008 — 2013
EdD, College Access, College Admissions, SAT Testing

Harvard University Graduate School of Education   2008 — 2010
Ed M, Technology, Innovation, and Education

University of Houston   1997 — 1998
M Ed, Educational Leadership and Cultural Studies

Rice University   1996 — 1997
BA, Economics, Managerial Studies

Jersey Village   1992 — 1996

Experience
Cornerstone Youth Center; Cornerstone Connection Project   January 2015 - Present
Outskirts Press, Inc.   April 2015 - Present
Ivy Tech Community College  June 2010 - July 2015
Examiner.com   May 2014 - August 2014
Examiner.com   March 2011 - August 2014
Daystar Life Center   2013 - 2014
Nature Coast Ministries   January 2013 - May 2013
New Church Without Walls   December 2012 - 2013
Catholic Charities Outreach Center   November 2012 - December 2012
Brown Mackie College  July 2011 - July 2012

Skills
Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Theatre, Editing, Teaching, Higher Education, Blogging, Grant Writing, Publications, Journalism, Public Speaking, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Research, Poetry, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Grants, Program Management, Community Outreach, Program Development, Newsletters, Community Development, Volunteer Management, Proposal Writing, Press Releases, Social Networking, Event Planning

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Fort Wayne   2006 — 2011
M. A., Sociological Practice/Applied Research

Indiana University - Purdue University Fort Wayne   2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, General Studies

Experience
Southmoreland School District  August 2014 - Present
Examiner.com   June 2011 - Present
DLP Consulting   January 2005 - Present
Community Psychiatric Centers  January 2011 - January 2012
MCM Capital Management Services   January 2004 - December 2004
Markovitz Dugan & Associates   January 2002 - January 2004
Alpern Rosenthal  January 2000 - January 2002

Skills
Event Planning, Staff Development, Public Relations, Social Media, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Creative Writing, Marketing, Editing, Fundraising, Press Releases, Media Relations, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Research, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Newsletters, Proposal Writing, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Community Outreach

Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania   1994 — 1998
Bachelors, Journalism

Experience
Indiana State University Football   July 2011 - May 2014
Ben Davis High School  June 2007 - June 2011
Examiner.com   February 2009 - May 2009
Hoosier Authority   April 2007 - November 2008
Wayne Township Schools  October 2007 - April 2008
WXLW   2006 - 2006

Skills
Sports Writing, Sports, Football, Video, Coaching, Creative Direction, Sports Management, Press Releases, Athletics, Sports Coaching, Social Networking, Blogging, Broadcast, Social Media, Public Relations, Event Planning, Sponsorship, Editing, Event Management, Sports Marketing, Media Relations, Audio Editing, Creative Writing

Education
Indiana State University   2011 — 2015
Sports Management, Parks, Recreation and Leisure Studies

University of Indianapolis   2010 — 2011
Political Science, Economics/ History/ Secondary Education

Ben Davis High School   2005 — 2007
High School Diploma, Communications/ Social Studies

Experience
ROW Studios   August 2015 - Present
Self-Employed  February 2014 - Present
Erin Dyer Photography   2008 - Present
Fitzgerald's  September 2014 - September 2015
Free Press Summer Festival   January 2013 - June 2015
Prescient Occupational Therapy   March 2014 - November 2014
Examiner.com   2013 - 2013
Free Press Houston  2012 - 2013
The University Star  2012 - 2012
Free Press Summer Festival   2010 - 2012

Skills
Customer Service, Communication Skills, People Skills, News Writing, Photography, Digital Photography, Creativity, Editing, Social Networking, Facebook, Creative Writing, Blogging, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Journalism, Email Marketing, Art, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Press Releases, PowerPoint, Teamwork, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, DSLR, Organization, Highly detail oriented, Mac OS, Proofreading, Communication

Education
Houston Community College   2015 — 2016
Graphic Design AAS, Digital Communication

Texas State University-San Marcos   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Communications Studies Major; Psychology Minor

Bellaire High School   2005 — 2009

Experience
The D Stone Pony Show   July 2015 - Present
Logik Radio   April 2015 - Present
Windycityunderground.com  August 2014 - Present
Examiner.com   December 2012 - Present
One2One Communications  August 2011 - August 2015
Urban Broadcast Media  September 2014 - January 2015
Chicagolandsportsradio.com  September 2014 - November 2014
Western Courier  May 2011 - July 2011
Examiner.com   February 2010 - May 2010
Chicago Sun-Times  June 2003 - August 2003

Skills
Studio Recording, Camera Operating, Adobe Audition, Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express, Writing, Editorial, PowerPoint, Photography, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Newspapers, Investigative Reporting, Interviewing Skills, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, Drawing, Musical Instruments, Publications, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Radio, Video Editing, Event Planning, Radio Host, Editing, Facebook, Customer Service, Research, Community Outreach, Video Production, Blogging, Television, Music, Entertainment, Radio Broadcasting, Press Releases, Leadership, Broadcast, Journalism, Advertising, Event Management, Camera Operation

Education
Illinois Center for Broadcasting-Chicago Campus   2014 — 2015
Certification, Broadcast Journalism

Western Illinois University   2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism

Experience
Ashford University  October 2012 - Present
Elance  February 2011 - May 2013
Amazon  February 2012 - April 2013
PowerScore  October 2010 - February 2013
Evolutsia.net   January 2012 - November 2012
Examiner.com   October 2010 - October 2012
McElroy Tutoring   October 2010 - February 2011
IUPUI  August 2009 - May 2010
Indiana University  July 2007 - December 2008
Indiana University  July 2007 - December 2008

Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Wordpress, Google Apps, APA Citation, Chicago Manual of Style, AP Style, Blogging, Writing, Editing, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Web Editing, Technical Writing, Research, Internet Research, Proofreading, Teaching Experience, University Teaching, College Teaching, SAT, Tutoring, Blackboard, LMS, Online Teaching, Distance Learning, Teaching, SPSS, ArcGIS, Anthropology, Archaeology, MS Office Suite, Statistics, Publications, Public Speaking, Qualitative Research, Social Media, Creative Writing, History, Higher Education, Curriculum Development, PowerPoint, Dreamweaver, Facebook, Word, Social Networking, Data Analysis, Photoshop, Excel, Curriculum Design

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2000 — 2011
PhD, Anthropology, Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Indiana University Bloomington   2000 — 2005
M.A., Anthropology, Latin American and Caribbean Studies

Wake Forest University   1996 — 2000
B.A., Anthropology, Classics

Experience
Marketsource  January 2015 - July 2015
Uber  September 2014 - May 2015
Mosaic  May 2013 - January 2015
Interactive College of Technology  October 2012 - April 2013
Examiner.com   June 2011 - June 2012
Children's Home of Northern Kentucky  August 2009 - July 2010
Children's Hospital of Wisconsin  September 2007 - July 2009

Skills
Detail Oriented, Organized, Verbal and Written..., Social Media, Fundraising, Non-profits, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Event Management, Facebook, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Resume Writing, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Communication, Public Relations, Press Releases, Nonprofits, Staff Development, Research, Policy

Education
Indiana Wesleyan University   2010 — 2013
M.S.M, Strategic Management

Marquette University   2000 — 2005
B.A, Criminology and Law Studies

Experience
Teaching Garage   September 2014 - Present
Boston Global Communications & Performance Inc.   September 2014 - Present
Examiner.com   May 2011 - Present

Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Management, Radio Broadcasting, Leadership Development, Classroom, Editing, Leadership, Advertising, Strategy, Public Speaking, Curriculum Development, Writing, Community Outreach, Entrepreneurship, Business Development

Education
Harvard University Graduate School of Education   2013 — 2014
Master's Degree, International Education Policy; Business development and entrepreneurship concentration

University of Virginia   2005 — 2010
Master's in Teaching (With Distinction), Education

Experience
Power Publicity   April 2013 - Present
MECU of Baltimore, Inc  June 2011 - November 2014
Examiner.com   January 2011 - June 2011
PR Wizzzz Entertainment   January 2011 - April 2011
Johns Hopkins Federal Credit Union  August 2010 - October 2010
Sony Music Entertainment  January 2010 - April 2010
The Temple News  September 2009 - April 2010
Allied Integrated Marketing  September 2009 - December 2009
U.S. Department of State   May 2009 - August 2009
Jumpstart  August 2007 - May 2009

Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Blogging, Press Releases, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Newsletters, Marketing, Publicity, Leadership, Media Relations, Editing, Facebook, Publishing, Public Speaking

Education
Temple University   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing

Baltimore Polytechnic Institute   2002 — 2006
High School Diploma

Harvard Business School
Certificate, Summer Venture in Management Program

Experience
TD Bank Group  October 2011 - Present
Short and Sweet NYC   July 2011 - Present
Examiner.com   May 2011 - Present
Hofstra Chronicle  September 2007 - May 2011
Pulse Magazine  January 2010 - May 2010
Hearst Magazines  December 2009 - January 2010

Skills
Music, Guitar, Literature, Newspaper, Blogging, Editing, Creative Writing, Social Media, Copy Editing, Photoshop, Banking, Lending, Annuities, Insurance, Newspapers, Journalism, Copywriting, Marketing, Editorial, Facebook, Magazines, Publicity, Social Networking

Education
Ramapo College of New Jersey   2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Organizational Leadership

Hofstra University   2007 — 2011
B.A., Print Journalism, Music

Ridgefield Park High School   2003 — 2007

Experience
Freelance Work with WordPress   February 2014 - Present
ThatShortGuy.com   March 2011 - Present
Value Village  July 2011 - Present
Examiner.com   July 2012 - May 2014
Maple Leaf Sports & Entertainment  January 2012 - April 2012
DailyXY.com   October 2011 - November 2011
Humber College  May 2011 - July 2011
Loblaw Companies Limited  December 2005 - January 2011
Wal-Mart  December 2003 - October 2004
Hewlett-Packard  September 2002 - January 2003

Skills
Blogging, Wordpress, Feature Writing, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, SharePoint, Social Media, Sony Vegas, Customer Service, Web Design, WordPress, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Editing, Event Management, Strategic Communications, Facebook, Public Relations, Internal Communications, Photoshop, Time Management

Education
Humber College   2009 — 2012
Public Relations Diploma, Public Relations, Social Media, Media Relations

Everest College   2003 — 2005
Web Design Diploma, Adobe Flash, Dreamweaver, ASP.net, HTML, CSS

Experience
Woodrow Wilson High School  August 2015 - Present
Cesar Chavez Public Charter Schools for Public Policy  August 2014 - July 2015
Examiner.com   October 2014 - January 2015
Chicago Public Schools  August 2013 - June 2014
Chicago Teaching Fellows  May 2013 - June 2014
Sister 2 Sister Magazine  January 2013 - March 2014
The Washington Post Express  January 2013 - April 2013
The Hilltop  August 2012 - September 2012
Essence Magazine  June 2012 - August 2012
The Hilltop  May 2011 - May 2012

Skills
Copy Editing, Social Media, Photography, Editorial, InDesign, Storytelling, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Film Photography, Online Journalism, Editing, Research, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Journalism, Writing

Education
Johns Hopkins University School of Education   2015 — 2016
Master of Science (MS), Secondary Educational Studies

Howard University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Print/Online Journalism

Experience
Examiner.com   February 2011 - Present

Skills
Technical Writer, News Writing, Copy Editing, Essayist, Corporate Communications, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Survey Research, Blogging, Entertainment, Feature Articles, Journalism, Storytelling, Web Content, AP Style, Magazines, Editing, Nonprofits, Social Media

Education
Howard University
Master of Arts (MA), Speech Communication and Rhetoric

Washington College
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Literature (British and Commonwealth)

Experience
AXS.com  June 2014 - Present
www.musicinterviewmagazine.com WHERE GREAT INTERVIEWS HAPPEN!   March 2014 - Present
WolfWebWriting   July 2012 - Present
guitar-muse.com   March 2011 - Present
Dialect Magazine   December 2011 - Present
Examiner.com   November 2009 - Present
Neptune Marketing LLC   May 2008 - Present
Patch.com news service   November 2010 - March 2012

Skills
Writing, Copywriting, Content Management, Editing, Publishing, Newspaper, Magazines, Publications, Books, Content Strategy, Event Management, Interviews, Social Networking, Entertainment, Photography, SEO, Online Journalism, Online Publishing, Brochures, Publicity, Short Stories, Poetry, Research, Art, Facebook, Internal Communications, Web Content Management, Online Marketing, Rewriting, Speech Writing, Headline Writing, Literature, WordPress, Creative Non-fiction, Media Relations, Radio, Published Author, New Media, Fiction Writing, Music, Multimedia, Book Reviews, Strategic Communications, Content Marketing, Corporate Communications, Marketing, Digital Media, Video, Creative Writer, Community Management

Education
Hofstra University
Bachelor of Arts degree, Economic/International Geography; Risk Management

Experience
United Theological Seminary  September 2013 - Present
Art Institute of Indianapolis  2007 - Present
General Board of Global Ministries  2006 - Present
Examiner.com   March 2010 - Present
Teen Association of Model Railroaders   1997 - Present
The Canterbury Episcopal School  August 2005 - August 2007
Community United Methodist Church  June 1995 - June 1997
Greater Dayton Christian Connections   September 1994 - June 1995
Clay Twp. Fire Department   1977 - 1985

Skills
Writing, Teaching, Public Speaking, Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Editing, Higher Education, Social Media, Non-profits, Community Outreach, History, Nonprofits, Blogging, Customer Service, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel, Graphic Design, Web Design, Photography, Creative Writing, Microsoft Word, Leadership Development, Leadership, Event Planning, Program Development, Public Relations, Time Management, Event Management, Staff Development, Facebook, Grant Writing, Curriculum Design, Copy Editing, Community Development, Training, Social Media Marketing, Policy, Copywriting, Technical Writing, Curriculum Development, Press Releases, Marketing, Grants, Organizational..., Adult Education, Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Policy Analysis, Program Management

Education
Southern Methodist University   1997 — 2002
M.A.

United Theological Seminary   1993 — 1997
M.Div.

Indiana University South Bend   1973 — 1977
B.A.

Clay High School   1969 — 1973

Experience
Examiner.com   2009 - Present
Roger Williams University  August 2008 - Present
--  1994 - Present
Friends World Committee for Consultation   1992 - Present

Skills
History, Nonprofits, Research, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Writing, Teaching, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Editing, Fundraising, Copy Editing, Grant Writing, Program Development, Creative Writing

Education
Andover Newton Theological School   1994 — 1997
MA, church history

Harvard Law School   1975 — 1978
JD, law

Oberlin College   1967 — 1971
BA, History, Religion

Experience
Zions Bancorporation  July 2011 - Present
Meristem, LLC   October 2009 - Present
Examiner.com   April 2009 - January 2010
Supervalu, Inc.   April 2005 - April 2009
Tek Systems  October 2004 - April 2005
Quality Design Systems   January 1999 - June 2004

Skills
Social Media, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Project Management, Analysis, SDLC

Education
University of Phoenix   2002 — 2004
Masters

Idaho State University   1991 — 1997
BS

Experience
Examiner.com   2009 - Present
Plantation Resort Properties   October 2000 - September 2012

Skills
Copywriting, Marketing, Sales, Journalism

Education
Horry-Georgetown Technical College   2011 — 2013
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services

Pellissippi State Community College   1993 — 1994
Associate of Arts (AA)

Experience
Perfectus Publications LLC   January 2015 - Present
Examiner.com   May 2010 - Present
Freelance content specialist   January 2001 - Present
The Logan Clay Products Company   October 1973 - Present

Skills
Creative Writing, Fiction, Fiction Writing, Non-fiction, Blogging, Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Short Stories, Rewriting, Magazine Articles, Paranormal Investigation, Clairaudient, Clairvoyant, UFO, Organization &..., Social Media, Forum Postings, Consciousness Research, Content Consultant, Poetry, Entertainment, Content Writing, Online Journalism, Web Content, Newsletters, Published Author, Novels, Screenwriting, Copywriting, Content Strategy, Blogger, Ghostwriting, Photography, Video, Facebook, Editorial, Books, Publications, Ap Style, Video Editing, Nonprofits, Magazines, Film, Copy Editing, Television, WordPress, Storytelling, Technical Writing, Voice Over

Education
Institute of Children's Literature   1977 — 1979
Certificate, Creative Writing

Hocking College
Associate, Business Administration and Management, General

Experience
Strategic People Leadership   October 2012 - Present
New LIfe Transitions   January 2012 - Present
University of Phoenix  September 2013 - Present
Western International University  November 2011 - Present
Examiner.com   September 2011 - Present
Judson University  September 2003 - Present
University of Phoenix  January 2006 - November 2012
People Strategies, Crystal Lake, IL   January 2004 - October 2012
Webster University, Crystal Lake (now Elgin) Il   2005 - 2007
Arrow Financial Services  June 1998 - June 2003

Skills
Instructional Design, Writing, Problem Solving, Coaching, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Organizational..., Team Building, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Skills Training, Management Development, Process Improvement, Human Capital Strategy, Human Capital Management, Business Strategy, Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship..., Educational Assessment, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Performance Management, Career Counseling, Classroom, Distance Learning, E-Learning, Human Capital, Personnel Management, Teaching, Staff Development, Adult Education, Employee Relations, Organizational Behavior, Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Training, Program Management, Management, Leadership, Project Management, Selling Skills, Conflict Resolution, Public Speaking, Talent Management, Start-ups, Employee Training, Nonprofits, Workshop Facilitation, Research, Analysis

Education
University of Phoenix   2008 — 2015
D.M, Organizational Leadership

National Louis University   1987 — 1990
MS, Management & Human Resources Development

Indiana University—Purdue University Fort Wayne   1974 — 1978
B.A, Philosophy

Judson University

Judson University

Judson University

Experience
Abercrombie & Fitch  April 2015 - Present
Abercrombie & Fitch  September 2014 - April 2015
Apex Systems  May 2014 - September 2014
BMW Group AG Financial Services   February 2013 - May 2014
InnoSource  June 2011 - February 2013
Bruno Boys Fantasy Football   August 2005 - June 2012
The Columbus Dispatch  April 2011 - June 2011
Examiner.com   December 2010 - June 2011
ThisWeek Community Newspapers  March 2007 - June 2010
The Buckeye Sports Bulletin   October 2006 - February 2007

Skills
Social Media, Storytelling, Sports, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Editing, Report Writing, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Problem Solving, Contract Management, Internal Communications, Customer Retention, Customer Support, Newspapers, Sports Writing

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2000 — 2005
Sport Communication - Print, Sport Communication, Sport Management/Marketing, Journalism, Creative Writing

Experience
Examiner.com   March 2011 - Present
Darden Restaurants  December 2006 - Present

Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania   2007 — 2011
Humanities and Social Sciences, Journalism

Experience
Lakeshore Habitat for Humanity  August 2013 - Present
Examiner.com   December 2009 - September 2013
Staceysbusiness   January 2010 - December 2011
Steelcase  June 1996 - July 2003

Skills
Product Marketing, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Market Research, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Product Management, Competitive Analysis, Public Relations, Marketing Management, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development, Advertising, Business Development, Account Management, Business Strategy, Sales, B2B, Sales Management, Social Media, Management

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1991 — 1995
Bachelors, Marketing Major, Literature Minor

Experience
HomeSmart Realty  December 2013 - Present
Examiner.com   April 2009 - Present
Puerto Penasco Mexico   January 2005 - Present
Bud Crawley Real Estate School   June 2007 - November 2013
Travel Secrets   May 2011 - November 2011
Aetna  May 1997 - April 2005
Western Maryland College  1995 - 1997

Skills
Books, Writing, Blogging, Business, Freelance Writing, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Web Content, Social Networking, Social Media, Facebook

Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania   1992 — 1994
MA, Education/Student Affairs In Higher Education

Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania   1983 — 1987
BA, Communications/Public Relations

Experience
Kennesaw State University  March 2015 - Present
Atlanta Ballet  October 2013 - March 2015
Humboldt State University, Office of Admissions & Records, Orientation & Preview, and Financial Aid   August 2011 - August 2013
Women Enjoying Beer   April 2012 - April 2013
The Oregon Beer Growler   December 2012 - February 2013
Examiner.com   February 2011 - February 2012
North Coast Journal  January 2011 - August 2011
North Coast Journal  March 2010 - August 2011
The Greater Eureka Chamber of Commerce   May 2009 - March 2010
Mendocino County Public Broadcasting  October 2007 - March 2009

Skills
Higher Education, Staff Development, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Event Management, Event Planning, Organization, Staff Supervision and..., Budgets, Leadership, Copy Editing, Nonprofits, Editing, Volunteer Management, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Management, Communication, Marketing, Freelance Writing, Customer Service, Fundraising

Education
Kennesaw State University   2015 — 2017
Master of Science, First Year Studies

Humboldt State University   2001 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication

Experience
Historic St. John's Church   March 2015 - Present
Examiner.com   September 2013 - Present
Virginia Commonwealth University  March 2013 - Present
Emporis   November 2012 - Present
Michaels Stores, Inc.   October 2012 - Present
CompositionHouse.com   December 2011 - Present
Various Film Production Companies  January 2008 - Present
Stage Actor - Richmond vicinity   February 2007 - Present
Art Gallery Exhibitor   June 1987 - Present
On the Air Radio Players   June 2011 - June 2012

Skills
Art, Photography, Drawing, Fine Art, Printmaking, Teaching, Painting, Editing, Visual Arts, Acting, Graphic Design, Art Exhibitions, Art Education, Oil Painting, Social Media, Event Planning, Acrylic Painting, Illustration, Contemporary Art, Higher Education, Theatre, Curating, Art History, Arts Administration, Research, Public Speaking, Creative Writing, Studio Art, Galleries, Collage, Mixed Media, Digital Illustration, Acrylic, Editorial, Portraits, Publishing, Art Criticism, Figurative Art, Voice Acting

Education
J Sargeant Reynolds Community College   1992 — 1993
coursework, Darkroom Photography

Virginia Commonwealth University   1984 — 1986
MFA, Painting

Kecoughtan High School   1977 — 1979
Diploma, art emphasis

Thomas Nelson Community College   1978 — 1978
summer course with Tom Waters, oil painting

Experience
ITT Educational Services, Inc.   January 2015 - Present
Meadowlane Condominiums, Inc.   October 2014 - Present
Examiner.com   August 2012 - Present
Examiner.com   January 2010 - Present
inVentiv Health Clinical  February 2013 - January 2015
24 Hours of Booty (for Cancer Research and Survivorship)   January 2012 - July 2013
Midwest Parenting Publications, LLC   January 2012 - July 2012
Carmel Clay Schools  October 2010 - June 2012
Layover Travel 101   June 2010 - March 2012
My County Magazine   January 2010 - January 2011

Skills
Writing, Social Media, Editing, Proofreading, Blogging, Newsletters, Time Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Research, Event Planning, Creative Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, AP Style, Organization, Photoshop, Magazines, Social Networking, Ghostwriting, Editorial, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Film, Chicago Manual, Team Leadership, Publishing, Interviews, Property Management, Adobe InDesign, Content Management, Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook, Associated Press style, Insite, Unison, Data Entry, Scheduling, Non-profits, Planning, Email Marketing, B2B, Teamwork, Product Development, Invoicing

Education
University of California, Berkeley   2015 — 2015
Course Enrollment

Indiana Wesleyan University   2014 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

New York Institute of Technology   2008 — 2010
DEGREE BACHELOR OF ARTS

Plymouth High School   1990 — 1994
High School

Experience
Blue Apron  June 2015 - Present
Scholastic  August 2012 - March 2015
AOL  January 2011 - August 2012
IDG TechNetwork  September 2009 - January 2011
Examiner.com   2009 - 2009
MTV Networks  June 2008 - August 2008
Clinton Foundation  June 2007 - July 2007
NYSE Euronext  July 2005 - May 2007
Morgan Stanley  July 2003 - July 2005

Education
Harvard Business School
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor’s Degree

Experience
Newell Rubbermaid  April 2015 - Present
Newell Rubbermaid  April 2014 - April 2015
Newell Rubbermaid  June 2013 - April 2014
Newell Rubbermaid  December 2012 - June 2013
Newell Rubbermaid  February 2012 - December 2012
Newell Rubbermaid  January 2011 - February 2012
Alpha Chi Omega Fraternity, Inc.   October 2009 - January 2011
Examiner.com   September 2009 - October 2010
Communications 21  May 2009 - August 2009
Indiana Daily Student  November 2006 - May 2009

Skills
Press Releases, InDesign, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Word, SharePoint, Excel, Non-profits, Email Marketing, Cision, Fact-checking, Access, Social Media, Editing, Public Relations, Writing, AP Style, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Journalism, Media Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Wordpress, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Nonprofits, Internal Communications, Marketing, Publishing, New Media, Brand Management

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism and English

The University of Chicago   2005 — 2006
English

Zionsville Community High School   2001 — 2005

Experience
CMO and Senior VP of Mongiello Associates Strategic Marketing firm   July 1976 - Present
GM and CMO of The Inn of the Patriots, LLC   October 2007 - Present
Chairman of the Tourism Development Authority (TDA) - Grover, NC   December 2012 - Present
Laurel Placement (The HTW Group - (MRINetwork))   November 2007 - Present
American Revolutionary War Living History Center (ARWLHC)   October 2008 - Present
Aegis Security National   July 1986 - Present
Examiner.com   August 2010 - August 2015
Interpublic Group  April 2006 - November 2006
Procter & Gamble  April 2006 - November 2006
US Navy 31 years, retired from the US military   November 1983 - September 2004

Skills
Team Building, Leadership, Training, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Management, Public Relations, Entrepreneurship, Event Management, Hospitality, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Customer Service, Sales, Budgets, Hotels, Restaurants, Business Planning

Education
The University of Edinburgh   2014 — 2014
Certificate, History of Art and the School of Design, TBD

Harvard University   2013 — 2014
Certificate, Science & Cooking/Haute Cuisine/Soft Matter Science course

Art Institute of Pittsburgh   2006 — 2010
BS, Culinary Management, Summa Cum Laude

Starkey International Institute, Denver, CO   2002 — 2002
CHM Certification 60 days in residence course, Hospitality Leadership, paid by employer, departed post in Brussels, Belgium to attend for two month

Almeda University - Navy College Program   1999 — 2002
MBA, Restaurant Management

L' Ecole du Vin   2000 — 2000
Certificate, Wine and Champagne

The Culinary Institute of America   1998 — 1998
Certificate, Specialized Cookery Program

L'Academie de Cuisine   1995 — 1995
Certificates, Cooking & Baking

Maryland Bartending Academy   1994 — 1994
Certificate, Bartending, Spirits and Wine

US Naval Submarine School   1984 — 1984
Certificate, Basic Enlisted Nuclear Submarine School

Experience
STATWEATHER   January 2014 - Present
NOAA Center for Atmospheric Science (NCAS)   August 2013 - June 2014
Examiner.com   November 2009 - June 2014
Johns Hopkins University Advanced Academic Programs (AAP)   August 2010 - August 2012
Tribune Media  January 2009 - August 2009
Meridian Environmental Technology, Inc.   2007 - 2008
NOAA National Weather Service - Chicago WFO   December 2006 - May 2007
Northern Illinois University - Northern Television Center (NTC)   January 2006 - December 2006
Chesapeake Energy  May 2006 - August 2006

Skills
Meteorology, Weather Forecasting, Climate Change, Weather, Environmental Science, Data Analysis, Climatology, Energy, Risk Management, Energy Markets, Commodity Markets, Extreme Weather, Economics, Natural Gas, Tropical Meteorology, Hurricane, Agriculture, Physics, Climate Science, Numerical Weather..., Synoptic Meteorology, Financial Markets, Statistics, Client Briefing, Client Presentation, Storytelling, Reporting & Analysis, Research, Sustainability, Sustainable Development, Dynamic Meteorology, Atmospheric Science, Science, Matlab, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Sustainable Energy, International Relations, Hydrology, Mentoring, Commodity, Satellite, Electricity, Synopsis, Leadership, Severe Weather, Management, Teaching, Business Strategy, Business Development

Education
Howard University   2013 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Atmospheric Sciences and Meteorology

University of Maryland College Park   2013 — 2014
Doctoral Study - Consortium Program

The Johns Hopkins University   2010 — 2012
Master of Science, Environmental Science & Policy

Northern Illinois University   2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Meteorology and Climatology

Homewood-Flossmoor High School (District 233, Blue-Ribbon HS)
High School Diploma

Experience
Freelance Writer  January 2009 - Present
Green Bird Blog   January 2015 - May 2015
Los Angeles Magazine  January 2014 - August 2014
Salt Lake Magazine  July 2012 - December 2012
Salt Lake magazine  April 2012 - October 2012
in WHAT LANGUAGE   June 2011 - April 2012
Examiner.com   June 2011 - December 2011
NBC (KSL)   August 2011 - November 2011
Linguistica International  September 2010 - September 2011
2tr Solucoes Globais   September 2009 - July 2010

Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Mac OS, Trados, Editing, Social Media, Blogging, Photoshop, Journalism, Spanish, Social Media Marketing, Video Editing, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Microsoft Office, Online Advertising, English, Television, Advertising, Digital Media, Copywriting, Proofreading, Facebook, Copy Editing, Content Writing

Education
Harvard Extension School   2015 — 2015
Hybrid Course, Oral Communication in the Workplace

Westminster College   2011 — 2014
Masters, Professional Writing

University of Utah   2010 — 2010
Creative Non-Fiction Writing

Pontifícia Universidade Católica do Rio de Janeiro   2005 — 2010
Bachelor, Translation

Colégio Andrews   1992 — 2010
High School

Experience
Yankee Leisure Group, Inc  March 2015 - Present
Commuter Benefit Solutions   November 2013 - Present
Polvora Advertising   August 2012 - Present
Demand Media  January 2013 - Present
TargetSolutions  January 2013 - February 2014
Examiner.com   November 2010 - December 2013
Mercer Management Consulting  July 2013 - October 2013
Boston Center For Adult Education  March 2008 - October 2013
RefluxMD   February 2013 - August 2013
Esurance  September 2011 - January 2013

Skills
Writing, Creative writing, Creative Writing..., Copywriting, SEO copywriting, Copy Editing, creative writing..., Creative Nonfiction..., advertising materials..., Editing, Creative Writing, Web Content, SEO, Blogging, Public Relations, Publishing, Content Strategy, Publications, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Email Marketing, Content Management, Content Development, Freelance Writing, Multimedia, New Media, Books, Proofreading, Interviews, Newsletters, AP Style, Marketing Copy, Press Releases, Journalism, Editorial, WordPress, Web Content Management, Content Writing, Facebook, Marketing, Newspapers, E-commerce, Speech Writing, User Experience, Publicity, Magazines, Online Publishing, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Social Media

Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte   2005 — 2007
Master's Degree, English

Illinois State University   1998 — 2003
BA, English

Experience
Examiner.com   October 2010 - Present
Affiliated Computer Services  July 2003 - September 2009
ACS  2003 - 2009
Jones International University  April 2003 - May 2004
Percepta  May 2000 - May 2003
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)   November 2002 - January 2003
EdUSA International   January 1998 - April 2000
University of Denver  May 1997 - October 1998
UAE University  August 1992 - June 1996
Saudi Aramco  September 1982 - June 1989

Skills
Instructional Design, Writing, English, E-Learning, Adult Education, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Editing, Instructor-led Training, Public Speaking, Content Development, Training, Technical Writing, Publishing, Teaching English as a..., Community Outreach, Leadership, Management, Blogging

Education
Teachers College of Columbia University   1985 — 1989
M.A., Computing in Education

Northern Illinois University   1976 — 1979
M.A., Adult Education

Illinois College   1964 — 1969
BA, English

Experience
Examiner.com   July 2013 - February 2014
Information Technology Services  January 2011 - December 2012

Skills
Computer Proficiency, Programming, Software Development, Web Design, Java, Creative Writing, Critical Thinking, C++, Problem Analysis, Software Documentation, Problem Solving, Website Development, Database Design, Database Administration, Customer Service, Usability Testing, Performance Testing, Social Media, Social Networking, Tumblr, Twitter, Facebook, Facebook Fan Page..., YouTube, Copy Editing

Education
Ithaca College   2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Writing, General

University of Hartford High School of Science and Engineering   2004 — 2008

Experience
Gordmans  April 2015 - Present
Gordmans  February 2013 - Present
Holly Hunt  October 2007 - March 2013
JCPenney  August 2010 - January 2013
Examiner.com   September 2008 - May 2009
Lana Jewelry  August 2005 - September 2007

Skills
Digital Marketing, Copywriting, Blogging, Social Media, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Copy Editing, Art Direction, Editing, Fashion, Styling, Fashion Writing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Concept Design, Marketing, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing

Education
University of Iowa   1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, English & Art

Illinois Institute of Art   2003 — 2005
2 years coursework, Fashion Design

Experience
Hospira, a Pfizer Company  August 2015 - Present
Harper College  August 2012 - Present
Insight  October 2014 - July 2015
Prolinx Services  September 2011 - July 2014
Examiner.com   March 2009 - September 2011
Zene Enterprises   June 2000 - September 2011
General Learning Communications  2002 - 2007
D'Ancona and Pflaum, LLC   January 1999 - June 2000
National Systems Corporation  August 1997 - December 1998
Rock Valley College  August 1988 - July 1997

Skills
Editing, Ghostwriting, Proposal Writing, Project Management, RFP, Copy Editing, Web Content, Proofreading, Freelance Writing, Books, Editorial, Publishing, Marketing Copy, Newsletters, Publications, Social Networking, Content Strategy, Corporate Communications, Interviews, Marketing, Fiction Writing, Technical Writing, Fiction, Published Author, Content Writing, Magazine Articles, Short Stories, Creative Writer, Novels, Articles, WordPress, Teaching, Internal Communications, Creative Writing, Idea Person, Mentoring, Research, Coaching

Education
Northern Illinois University   1994 — 1997
MA, English

Northern Illinois University   1979 — 1984
Bachelor's degree, English

Harper College

Experience
Banking Executive (Private)   August 2014 - Present
Peoples Revolution  February 2015 - February 2015
Nile Johnson Interior Design   April 2014 - August 2014
Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside   December 2013 - March 2014
Physiotherapy Associates  June 2013 - March 2014
Examiner.com   May 2013 - January 2014
Cadia Rehabilitation Silverside   June 2013 - December 2013
Physiotherapy Associates  July 2012 - May 2013
Indiana University of Pennsylvania  April 2012 - April 2013
ATI Physical Therapy  September 2009 - March 2011

Skills
Event Planning, Facebook, WordPress, Social Media, Microsoft Word, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, LinkedIn, Twitter, Project Management, Archival Management, Vertical Marketing, Public Relations, Leadership, Team Leadership, Nonprofits, Teamwork, Public Speaking

Education
Wilmington University   2013 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing

Indiana University of Pennsylvania   2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing

Avon Grove High School   2007 — 2011

Experience
Media General  August 2015 - Present
Dell  July 2014 - May 2015
Life Radio Network   November 2009 - May 2015
Fantasy Knuckleheads   January 2014 - April 2015
Examiner.com   December 2010 - April 2015
TWC Youth Speak   January 2014 - January 2015
Song Makers, LLC   February 2014 - June 2014
PolicyMic  November 2011 - December 2013
Timeshare Advocacy International   July 2013 - November 2013
WaterGem Media, Inc   April 2003 - November 2010

Skills
Management, Operations Management, Facilities Management, Customer Service, Budgets, Project Management, Vendor Management, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Team Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Project Planning, Content Management, Writing, Creative Writing, Speech Writing, Technical Writing, Storytelling, Editing, Radio Broadcasting, Broadcast, Blogging, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, News Writing, Music, Digital Media, Advertising, Public Speaking, Radio, Social Networking

Education
Southern New Hampshire University   2015 — 2016
Masters of Science (MS), Marketing (Social Media)

Trevecca Nazarene University   2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Management in Human Relations, 3.40

Houston Community College   1994 — 1995

Experience
Examiner.com   March 2010 - Present
Helium Inc.  September 2008 - Present
Associated Content  October 2008 - July 2014

Skills
Photography, Blogging, Ghostwriting, Feature Articles, Freelance Writing, Journalism, Web Content, Creative Writing, Short Stories, Publishing, Books, Copy Editing, Facebook, Magazines, Social Networking, Content Writing

Education
Jackson Community College   1975 — 2005
General Studies

Experience
Lopez Negrete Communications  August 2010 - Present
Examiner.com   August 2010 - Present
El Gato Media Network  June 2009 - Present

Education
University of Houston   2009 — 2011
Double Bachelors

Houston Community College   2004 — 2008
Associates

Universidad Autónoma de Nuevo León   1995 — 1997

Experience
Karmic Peacock   November 2014 - Present
Department of Aging and Disability Services, Center for Policy and Innovation, State of Texas   August 2014 - Present
Department of Aging and Disability Services, Center for Policy and Innovation, State of Texas   April 2014 - Present
Independent Researcher  August 2003 - Present
Leap to Success  January 2014 - June 2014
Examiner.com   November 2013 - June 2014
UTSA  July 2007 - May 2013
Crane School of Music, SUNY Potsdam   August 2006 - May 2007
Harry Ransom Humanities Research Center  September 2003 - August 2005
University of Texas at Austin  August 2001 - May 2004

Skills
Music, Music Education, Editing, Teaching, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Curriculum Design, Research, Curriculum Development, Social Media, Higher Education, Creative Writing, Program Development, Proofreading, Adult Education, Music Theory, Fundraising, Tutoring, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Copy Editing, Student Affairs, Public Relations, Photoshop, PowerPoint, Press Releases, Leadership, Event Management, Blogging, Microsoft Word, Training, Performing Arts, Copywriting, University Teaching, Facebook, Singing, Technical Writing, Microsoft Office, Photography, Publishing, Arts Administration, Multimedia, Volunteer Management, Corporate Blogging, Fashion Blogging

Education
The University of Texas at Austin   2000 — 2007
Ph.D., Music Theory

San Jose State University   1997 — 1999
M.A., Music Theory

Indiana University Bloomington   1993 — 1996
B.M., Voice Performance

Experience
National Hockey League  September 2013 - Present
Big Blue View   May 2013 - September 2013
Ultimate Fighting Championship  June 2011 - May 2013
Major League Baseball Advanced Media  May 2006 - May 2013
SB Nation New York   February 2012 - January 2013
TapouT/MMA Worldwide magazine   October 2009 - July 2012
Fight Launch   February 2010 - February 2012
Examiner.com   October 2010 - April 2011
MMAJunkie.com   September 2008 - February 2011
Heavy.com  April 2010 - December 2010

Skills
Stories, Online Publishing, HTML, Writing, Sports Writing, Journalism, Online Journalism, Blogging, Storytelling, Social Networking, Broadcast, Public Relations, Editorial, Editing, Social Media, Facebook, Publishing, Publicity, Press Releases, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Sponsorship, Creative Writing, Media Relations, Newsletters, Sports, Entertainment, Publications, Breaking News, New Media, AP Style, Creative Direction, Content Strategy, News Writing, Copy Editing, Radio, Content Management, Digital Media, Headline Writing, Broadcast Journalism, Newspapers, Video, Web Content, Magazines, Video Production, Video Editing

Education
Hofstra University   1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, Communications

Experience
Nordstrom  2005 - Present
Examiner.com   2010 - December 2014
Gotgame.com  2011 - 2014
Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts  March 2013 - October 2013
ExecSense  2012 - 2013
Trulia  2011 - 2012
Destructoid.com  2011 - 2012

Skills
Inventory Management, Merchandising, Teamwork, Sales Management, Start-ups, Technical Writing, Multimedia Journalism, Troubleshooting, Quality Assurance, Journalism, Recruiting, Vintage Mortorcycle..., Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Video Games, Interviews, Visual Merchandising, Fashion Buying, Apparel Sourcing, Merchandise Development, Adobe Creative Suite, iTunes, Amazon Kindle, Advertising, Publishing, Hiring, Management, Blogging, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Strategy, Content Management, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, Social Media

Education
Indiana University Bloomington
B.S., Apparel Merchandising

Lanesville High School

Experience
Youfit Health Clubs  March 2014 - Present
Avon  September 2013 - Present
West Georgia Technical College  May 2012 - Present
University of Phoenix  February 2010 - Present
Primary Fitness Studio   December 2013 - October 2014
Atlanta Metropolitan State College  January 2012 - December 2013
Argosy University  September 2011 - January 2013
Examiner.com   August 2009 - September 2012
Pyramid Builders Associates, Inc   November 2009 - February 2011
Warren Yazoo Mental Health Services   February 2008 - April 2009

Skills
Event Planning, Leadership, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Training, Writing, Fundraisers, Interviews, Research, Program Management, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Recruiting, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Team Building, Leadership Development, Staff Development, Editing, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Adult Education, E-Learning, Workshop Facilitation, Blogging, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Critical Thinking, University Teaching, Curriculum Design, Administration, Teaching, Social Networking, Curriculum Development

Education
Jackson State University   2003 — 2007
Masters of Art, Sociology

Jackson State University   1998 — 2002
Bachelors of Art, Political Science

AFAA
Group Fitness Certification

Experience
Town Residential  May 2012 - Present
Examiner.com   January 2010 - Present
Freelance  2002 - Present
Citi Habitats  February 2008 - May 2012
Soul Summary webisodes   January 2010 - January 2010
TASTEMAKERS" digital video pilot for Centric   November 2009 - January 2010
PBS Networks   March 2008 - July 2009
American Cancer Society  February 2009 - June 2009
Burning Bush Films   May 2008 - November 2008
SOUL SUMMER SESSION TAMIA" Live concert   August 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Television, Video, Avid, Post Production, Editing, Documentaries, Avid Media Composer, Photography, Marketing, Camera, Photoshop, Mac, Voice Over, Management, Real Estate, Sales, Content Management, Training, Leases, Live Events, Property, Research, Townhomes

Education
Hofstra University   1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism and Art History

Hofstra University   1998 — 2002
BA, Communication

Experience
Potentia Consulting LLC   October 2014 - Present
Hoosier Farmers Markets   October 2014 - Present
Examiner.com   February 2013 - Present

Skills
Education Policy, Civic Engagement, Diversity Training, Student Development, Policy Analysis, Political Consulting, Campaign Strategy, Fundraising, Nonprofit Consulting, Grant Writing, Grant Management, Grant Review, Needs Analysis, Alternative Dispute..., Program Evaluation, SPSS, Social Media, Account Management, eTapestry, Access, Non-profits, Community Development, Political Campaigns, Grants, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Public Relations, Program Development, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Leadership, Team Building, Policy, Leadership Development, Government, Research, Proposal Writing, Volunteer Management, Philanthropy, Politics, Legislative Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Community Organizing, Strategic Communications, Volunteer Recruiting, Curriculum Design, Resource Development, Asset Based Development, Food Systems

Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis   2009 — 2011
Master of Public Affairs

Indiana University Bloomington   2000 — 2003
BS

Taylor University   1999 — 2000

Experience
SOMI Club   February 2013 - Present
Examiner.com   January 2010 - September 2010
Wings Across Alabama   October 2007 - August 2009
Searcy Hospital  August 2006 - September 2007
Slack Consulting, Inc   March 2007 - July 2007
Ronald Hunt Graphic Creations   February 1999 - December 1999
Georgia Department of Labor  September 1993 - July 1994
University of Tennessee  August 1990 - December 1992

Skills
Training, Nonprofits, Editing, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Journalism, Teaching, Publishing, Grants, Publicity, Mobile Devices, Mental Health, Wellness, Music, Social Media

Education
Haslam College of Business at the University of Tennessee   1990 — 1992
MA, Macroeconomics

University of South Alabama   1984 — 1990
BA, Political Science and Economics

Experience
Examiner.com   December 2010 - Present
Gap Inc.  June 2006 - Present
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc  August 2005 - December 2005
Lane Pontiac Buick GMC   May 2004 - October 2005
Subway  March 2002 - May 2004

Skills
Microsoft Office, Cpr Certified, First Aid, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Store Management, Window Displays, New Store Openings, Driving Results, Loss Prevention, Retail, Planograms, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Merchandise Planning, Sales

Education
Henry Ford Community College   2007 — 2007
EMT - Basic

Bayside High School   1999 — 2003
High School

Experience
Silverline  April 2013 - Present
Examiner.com   May 2013 - Present
TriBeCa Enterprises  April 2012 - Present
Brooks Brothers  August 2011 - March 2013
Nordstrom  September 2005 - July 2011
CNN  September 2009 - December 2009

Skills
Salesforce.com, SaaS, CRM, Sales Process, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Video Production, Documentaries, Editing, Data Analysis, Research, Microsoft Excel, Sales, SPSS, Statistics, Post Production, Final Cut Pro, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Management, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning

Education
University of Pennsylvania
Master's Degree, Social Policy

Occidental College
Bachelor's Degree, Art History and Visual Arts

Haverford College

Experience
The Walt Disney Company  August 2015 - Present
Kforce Inc  November 2014 - August 2015
Expedia, Inc.   July 2013 - August 2014
Tableau Software  August 2011 - July 2013
Baby Diaper Service   March 2011 - February 2013
Microsoft  June 2005 - March 2011
Examiner.com   January 2010 - June 2010
The Cats Will Play   November 2008 - October 2009
Microsoft Corporation  July 2004 - December 2004
The Gillette Company  June 2003 - March 2004

Skills
Data Analysis, Project Management, Program Management, Databases, Enterprise Software, Social Media, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Training, Product Management, Analytics, Requirements Analysis, Business Development, Product Development, Tableau

Education
Northeastern University   2000 — 2005
BSBA, Human Resources Management, Management Information Systems

Holyoke Community College   1999 — 2000
non-matriculated, General education

Experience
Examiner.com   June 2010 - Present
Bellaonline.com  April 2010 - June 2011
Conservation&Development Dept Contra Costa County   1998 - 2010
Bay Area Economic Forum   October 1994 - July 1997

Skills
Project Management, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Social Media

Education
Santa Clara University   1970 — 1973
B.S., Political Science

Holy Names University
M.A., Culture and Spirituality

Experience
Examiner.com   June 2011 - Present

Education
Houston Community College   2009 — 2012
Criminal Justice, English

Experience
Talcott Notch Literary   June 2011 - Present
Sourcebooks  December 2010 - June 2011
Examiner.com   June 2010 - August 2010
PoorTasteMag.com   June 2010 - July 2010

Skills
Fiction, Non-fiction, Performing Arts, Books, Cookbooks

Education
Ithaca College   2006 — 2010
BA, English, Theater, Writing

IES Dublin

Experience
BMO Harris Bank  October 2013 - Present
Examiner.com   August 2009 - November 2014
CMJ Publications   January 2013 - October 2014
Fifth Third Bank  August 2012 - November 2013

Skills
Banking, Loans, Mortgage Lending, Portfolio Management, Commercial Banking, Credit Analysis, Retail Banking, Financial Analysis, Sales, Investments, Commercial Lending, Financial Services, Finance, Wealth Management, Small Business Lending

Education
Ivy Tech Community College