Fingerhut Company
Industry: Mail order company
DescriptionFingerhut is a catalog/online retailer. Fingerhut was founded in 1948 by William Fingerhut and his brother Manny, selling automobile seat covers. In 1952, the business re-positioned itself to a mail order catalog company and diversified its goods to include towels, dishes, and tools. In 1969 the company went public. Founder: William and Manny Fingerhut Headquarters: Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States Founded: 1948 Number of employees: 6,000 (2002) Type of business: Privately held company, Subsidiary
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Fingerhut Employees
Christopher & Banks August 2014 - Present
Christopher and Banks April 2012 - Present
CSM Corporation September 2009 - April 2012
Independent Consultant April 2009 - September 2009
Whitehall Jewellers August 2007 - March 2009
Retail Consultant January 2006 - August 2007
Wilsons Leather April 2001 - January 2006
Wilsons Leather 2001 - 2006
U.S. Bancorp 1998 - 2001
Fingerhut July 1995 - June 1998
Skills
Restructuring, Forecasting, Finance, Due Diligence, Financial Analysis, Real Estate, Financial Reporting, Financial Modeling, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Strategic Financial..., Budgets, Auditing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cash Management, Strategic Planning
Education
DePaul University 1974 — 1978
Bachelors, Accounting
Tad Ware & Company June 2014 - April 2015
StoneArch Creative July 2014 - October 2014
Tad Ware & Company May 1996 - June 2014
Market Success, Inc October 2001 - October 2004
Fingerhut 1992 - 1995
Freelance Hotline 1992 - 1995
Brown & Bigelow July 1990 - August 1992
Skills
Packaging, Art Direction, Digital Marketing, Illustrator, InDesign, Typography, Photoshop, Layout, Corporate Identity, Illustration, Post Production, Newsletters
Education
Bemidji State University 1979 — 1985
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design
A-HL High School
Transport Graphics October 2014 - Present
Opportunity Partners October 2012 - October 2014
Anoka Technical College January 2010 - June 2010
Methodist Hospital February 2006 - August 2006
FanBuzz, Inc September 2000 - September 2002
Fingerhut 1999 - 2000
Chumbo 1996 - 1998
WorldCom 1992 - 1994
IMG 1986 - 1989
Skills
Copywriting, Promotions, Planning, Health, E-commerce, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Writing, Editing, Social Media, Customer Relations, Mentoring, Team Building, Event Planning, Customer Service, Word, Blogging, Marketing Strategy, Coaching, Team Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft CRM, Raiser's Edge, Microsoft Excel, Email Marketing, Email, Email Strategy, Sponsorship, Sponsorship Sales, Sports Marketing, Triathlon, Research, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project Management, Project Planning, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Sales, Strategy, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Philanthropy, Marketing, Program Development, Event Management, Leadership, Fundraising, Nonprofits
Education
Bowling Green State University 1980 — 1984
BAC, Communications
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Associate's Degree, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Valley Forge HS
Medical Arts Press/Quill Corp. (Division of Staples Corp.) October 1996 - January 2014
Fingerhut 1991 - 1996
Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Catalogs, Graphics, Layout, Brochures, Logo Design, Pre-press, Adobe Creative Suite, Typography, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Collateral, Business Cards, Photography, Illustrator, Banners, Flyers, Posters, Dreamweaver, Branding & Identity, Stationery, Art, Newsletters, Email Marketing, Direct Mail, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Image Manipulation, Web Design, Direct Marketing, Adobe Acrobat, Mac, Copywriting, Creative Strategy, Packaging, User Experience, Corporate Identity, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Annual Reports, Advertising, Corporate Branding, Vector Illustration, Print Management, Magazines, Invitations, Digital Printing, Image Editing
Education
Hamline University
Fine and Studio Arts
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Fine/Studio Arts, General
University of Minnesota-Duluth
BFA, Art
Kolar Automotive Group June 1998 - May 2002
Fingerhut April 1994 - June 1998
Skills
Medical Coding, HCPCS, CPT, ICD-9, Medical Billing, Physician Coding, Medical Terminology, EMR, Appointment Scheduling
Education
Duluth Business University 2010 — 2012
Associate of Applied Science, Medical Coding and Billing
Proctor High School 1986 — 1990
Allianz life May 2014 - Present
GK Solutions Inc August 2012 - Present
Horizontal Integration August 2013 - May 2014
General Mills August 2009 - August 2013
St. Jude Medical September 2012 - March 2013
United Health Care February 2009 - July 2009
General Mills January 2008 - January 2009
GMAC June 2004 - January 2008
Fingerhut January 2004 - May 2004
Anderson Performance Improvement August 2003 - December 2003
Skills
ASP.NET, .NET, TFS, VB.NET, Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL, C#, Web Services, WCF, Agile Methodologies, XML, jQuery, SOA, AJAX, Sitecore, LINQ, ASP.NET MVC, SQL, JavaScript, Database Design, ADO.NET, ASP.NET AJAX, CSS, ASP, SSIS, Web Development, SSRS, NHibernate, Requirements Analysis, PL/SQL, HTML, Object Oriented Design, Crystal Reports, Stored Procedures, Web Applications, Visio, Software Development, SDLC, Entity Framework, IIS, Visual Studio, XSLT, Visual Basic, Java, Oracle, MVC, JSON, Test Driven Development, WCF Services, REST
Education
Osmania University 1995 — 1998
Masters in Computers, IT
Andhra University 1992 — 1995
Bachelors in Science, Electronics
EAPC Architects Engineers May 2015 - Present
EAPC Architects Engineers August 2011 - Present
Ink Spot Press August 2008 - August 2011
Bemidji State University May 2009 - May 2010
Fingerhut October 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Corporate Website..., Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Microsoft Office, MasterSpec, AIA Documents, Specifications, Phone Etiquette, Customer Service, Written Correspondence, Proposal Production, Proposal Leadership, Proposal Support, Advertising
Education
Bemidji State University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Applied Science, Design Technology
Mesabi Range Community and Technical College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Applied Science, Print Communications & Graphic Design
Tennant Company September 2014 - Present
MN Beer Activists 2011 - 2012
McGladrey December 2013 - September 2014
NAMG, Inc. August 2012 - December 2013
GWG Life March 2006 - August 2012
Fingerhut November 2004 - December 2005
Skills
SharePoint, Organizational..., Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Dynamics CRM, Business Analysis, Team Leadership, Microsoft CRM, Budgets, Operations Management, Leadership, Exact Target, SSRS, Business Process Design, Business Documentation, E-Commerce, Scribe Insight, Training Documentation, Dynamics CRM Architect, Training & Development, Contract Review, Process Review, Project Documentation, Due Diligence, Project Implementation, Software Implementation, Presenter, Internal Audit, Excel, PowerPoint, Project Execution, Agile Application..., Entrepreneurship, Analysis, Process Improvement, Investments, Mergers & Acquisitions, Risk Management, Business Process, P&L Management, Management, E-commerce, Business Development, Strategic Financial..., Contract Management, Executive Management, Strategic Planning, Employee Training, Alternative Investments, Asset Management
Education
St. John's University 2002 — 2004
Master of Arts (M.A.) (unfinished), Theology/Theological Studies
Hamline University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theology/Anthropology
Duluth East High School 1998 — 2002
WestRock March 2015 - Present
Rotary Systems, Inc. June 2002 - December 2014
Parts Resource Company March 1997 - May 2002
Fingerhut February 1990 - February 1997
CVN Companies September 1986 - January 1990
Control Data Corporation January 1983 - August 1985
Skills
Automation, Hydraulics, Integration, Pneumatics, Semiconductors, Machinery, Sales, Design Engineering, Sales Engineering, Project Engineering, Instrumentation, Electrical Engineering
Education
Bemidji State University 1982 — 1986
B.S. Industrial Technology, Mechanical Engineering/Industrial Management
Thief River Falls Technical College 1980 — 1982
2 year associates degree, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
National Federation of Families for Childrens Mental Health November 2013 - Present
Educational Testing Service May 2011 - Present
Perspectives, Inc. June 2006 - June 2014
US Dept of Education February 2012 - May 2012
Vision Staffing Solutions January 2008 - October 2008
Hopkins School District 270 September 2004 - July 2005
Morey's Seafood International August 2001 - September 2003
Fingerhut July 1998 - August 2001
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Classroom, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Non-profits, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Elementary Education, Cash Flow, Educational Assessment, Classroom Assessment, Emergent Literacy, Reading Development
Education
Augsburg College 2001 — 2004
Masters of Education, Elementary Education and Reading Specialist
Augsburg College 1994 — 1997
BA, Accounting
Simley High School
Diploma, General Studies
Hennepin Technical College September 2013 - Present
Hennepin Technical College June 2012 - September 2013
Self Employed January 2008 - August 2009
ShopNBC December 2004 - January 2008
ShopNBC February 2003 - December 2004
Fingerhut April 1996 - January 2002
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, InDesign, Creative Direction, Photography, Art Direction, Advertising, Event Planning, Marketing, Retail, Catalogs, Video Production, Painting, Photoshop, Project Coordination, Web Design, Brochures, Digital Photography, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, Art, Marketing Strategy, Mac
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2009 — 2012
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.)
North Hennepin Community College 2008 — 2009
Continuing Education Certificates
St. Cloud State University 1981 — 1986
BA
Medical Practice September 2014 - Present
Missouri Ear Nose and Throat Center February 2013 - July 2014
Carpet Resources Ltd March 2012 - September 2012
KinderCare September 2009 - March 2012
Account Manager 2002 - 2012
New Horizon Academy February 2005 - January 2008
Bulgari October 2004 - May 2006
Southlake Pediatrics October 2002 - August 2004
FIngerhut June 2000 - April 2002
Behavorial Healthcare Providers October 1997 - May 2000
Skills
Social Media, Training, Outlook, Data Entry, Staff Development, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Retail, Management, Social Networking, Spanish, Recruiting, Marketing Strategy
Education
Columbia College
Undergraduate BA in Business Administrative, Healthcare Management
Best Buy May 2015 - Present
Ott Side The Box November 2014 - May 2015
ShopHQ July 2010 - November 2014
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. November 2008 - July 2010
Hanover Direct July 2007 - October 2008
Finnegan's Beer March 2004 - May 2008
Carol Ott January 2006 - August 2007
Select Comfort November 1999 - January 2006
Carlson Companies May 1997 - November 1999
Fingerhut August 1991 - May 1997
Skills
SEO, Negotiation, Analytical Skills, Strategic Planning, Email Marketing, Web Analytics, Cross-functional Team..., Direct Marketing, E-commerce, Analytics, Customer Acquisition, Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Marketing, Database Marketing, SEM, Marketing Strategy, Organic Search, CRM, Web Marketing, Advertising, Segmentation, Omniture, Business Development, PPC, Digital Marketing, Market Planning, Interactive Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Google Analytics, Lead Generation, Conversion Optimization, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, A/B testing, Online Marketing
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 1994 — 1996
MBA
Augsburg College 1986 — 1990
Marketing
St. Paul Pioneer Press May 2008 - Present
Fingerhut March 2002 - December 2004
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Windows, Customer Service, Research, Teaching, English, Outlook, Negotiation, Social Media, Access, Sales, Troubleshooting, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Event Management, Public Relations, Inventory Management, Project Planning, Analysis, Teamwork, Data Entry, Retail, Management, Unix Operating Systems, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Leadership, Facebook, Social Networking
Education
Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical 2005 — 2006
Associate's degree, MSIR
Ball State University
Computer Science
Cogsdale Corporation Systems AnalystUtilities CommissionMay 2010 - July 2015
SE Volusia Corporation January 2006 - May 2010
Beach Realty Center October 2003 - December 2005
Metris Companies November 2002 - March 2003
Fingerhut July 2000 - April 2002
Northwest Airlines December 1998 - May 2000
Democratic Farmer Labor (DFL) June 1997 - November 1998
Skills
Business Analysis, Finance, Microsoft SQL Server, T-SQL Stored Procedures, Great Plains Software, Visual Studio, Communication, Liasoning, Data Analysis, Team Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Economic Research, Real Estate, Appraisals, Analytical Applications, Systems Analysis, Database Administration, Relational Databases, Consulting, Client Relations Skills, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Client Liaison, Information Technology, Educational Leadership, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Small Business, Sales, Marketing, Operations Management, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Business Process..., Windows, Training, Access, Project Management, Leadership
Education
Daytona Beach Community College 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Business Management and Supervision
KRS Computer and Business 1997 — 1998
Certificate, Computer Science
henry sibley high school 1988 — 1991
Diploma, General Studies
Edina Realty April 2005 - Present
Capella Education Company October 2002 - April 2005
Thomson Prometric September 1997 - September 2002
Berlin Packaging 1995 - 1998
Target 1993 - 1995
Fingerhut 1988 - 1993
Skills
Commercial Real Estate, Buyer Representation, Networking, Sellers, Small Business, Real Estate, First Time Home Buyers, Negotiation, New Home Sales, Selling, Sales, Leadership, Marketing, Condos, Team Building, Entrepreneurship, Real Estate Transactions, Time Management, Residential Homes, Training, Relocation, Marketing Strategy, Buyers, ABR
Education
Capella University 2003 — 2008
MBA
Saint Cloud State University - G.R. Herberger College of Business 1988 — 1993
BS
Siemens Industry US May 2014 - Present
Siemens Industry, Inc. November 2006 - May 2014
Siemens Industry March 2002 - October 2006
Fingerhut May 1999 - October 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, Training, Automation, SAP, Public Speaking, Presentation Skills, PLC, Microsoft Office, Process Automation, Customer Satisfaction, Industrial Control, Quality Assurance, Process Control, Sales Operations, Instrumentation, Problem Solving, Database Administration, Research, SCADA, Call Centers, Customer Relations, Data Entry, Engineering, Siebel, Sales Support, Call Center
Education
East Tennessee State University 1994 — 2000
English
Science Hill high School 1990 — 1994
Diploma, High School/Secondary Diploma Programs
Twin City Fan Companies, Ltd. June 2015 - Present
Sound80 March 2014 - June 2015
Vision Staffing Solutions February 2006 - March 2013
Prestige International 2005 - 2005
Taurus Tool 2004 - 2005
Fingerhut 1998 - 2002
Montgomery Ward Direct 1996 - 1998
Navarre Corporation 1995 - 1996
Fingerhut June 1986 - February 1993
Fingerhut May 1985 - June 1986
Skills
Forecasting, Payroll, Analysis, Inventory Management, Benefits Management, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Human Resources, Accounts Receivable, Staffing Services, Outlook, Data Entry, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Customer Service, Account Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Office Management, Process Improvement, Deferred Compensation, Vendor Management, Microsoft Excel, Retail, Applicant Tracking..., Recruiting, Training, Interviews, Temporary Staffing, Management, Leadership, Time Management, Team Building
Education
Augsburg College 2002 — 2005
BA Art, Art
Golden Valley Lutheran College 1981 — 1982
General Studies
Simley Senior High
HS diploma, General Studies
USBank December 2006 - Present
North American Membership Group 2002 - 2006
Fingerhut 1979 - 2002
Skills
SDLC, Customer Acquisition, Analysis, Project Management, Process Improvement, Management, Direct Marketing, Creative Direction, Integration, Database Marketing, Policy, Email Marketing, Strategic Planning, Training, Product Management, Banking
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
B.S.
Brown College
Diploma, Computer Programming
Marco, Inc. March 2015 - Present
Marco, Inc. September 2013 - March 2015
Creative Memories February 2002 - August 2013
Rasmussen College July 2004 - September 2004
Fingerhut March 1994 - November 2000
Skills
SharePoint, Windows, Virtualization, Microsoft Office, SQL Server, Windows Server, HTML + CSS, ASP, Wordpress, Help Desk Management, Podcasting, Social Media, Active Directory, MySQL, Customer Service, Desktop Support, Video Encoding, Audio Editing, Microsoft SQL Server, HTML, Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Cross-functional Team..., SCCM, Technical Support, VMware View, VMware, Incident Management, SharePoint Designer, Microsoft Office..., Windows Sharepoint..., Hyper-V, DNS, Network Administration, Networking, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Training, Help Desk Support, System Administration, Procedure Development, Highly Dedicated, Customer Experience, Customer Support, Technical Documentation, FrontRange, Software Documentation, Access, Databases, Visio, SQL
Education
Capella University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Information Technology - Application Support Specialist, 4.0
Minnesota School of Business 2005 — 2005
Rassmussen College 2002 — 2004
AAS, Network Support, WAN Support
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1993
Physics
Jamestown High School
G&K Services February 2001 - December 2011
G&K Services 2001 - 2011
Fingerhut April 1991 - February 2001
Dataserv December 1990 - April 1991
National Car Rental August 1978 - June 1990
National Car Rental November 1975 - October 1977
Skills
Process Improvement, Vendor Management, HRIS, Human Resources, Business Analysis, Project Management, Business Process, Account Management, SDLC, Management, Leadership, Program Management, PeopleSoft, Visio, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Change Management, Telecommunications, Team Building, Requirements Analysis, Performance Management, SharePoint, IT Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Integration, Lotus Notes, Business Intelligence, Six Sigma, ERP, IT Management, Software Documentation, Requirements Gathering, Strategy, SAP, MS Project, Business Process..., Forecasting, Training, CRM, Troubleshooting, Access, Project Planning, Salesforce.com, Analysis, Project Portfolio..., Databases, Data Analysis
Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Normandale Community College
AA, Computer Science
C&S Wholesale Grocers May 2014 - Present
NovaLink Solutions LLC January 2011 - May 2014
McLane Company, Inc. September 2007 - October 2009
Hertz May 1998 - September 2007
Fingerhut January 1997 - May 1998
AEGON December 1994 - October 1996
American-Amicable Life Insurance Company of Texas May 1990 - December 1994
Central Texas College January 1990 - May 1990
Copperas Cove ISD June 1989 - August 1989
Copperas Cove ISD June 1988 - August 1988
Skills
COBOL, CICS, VSAM, JCL, DB2, IDMS, Easytrieve, ADSO, SQL, XML, ASP, Java, HTML, JavaScript, Pascal, Assembly Language, BAL, HLASM, IBM Mainframe, TSO, Fileaid, Change Management, SDLC, Agile Methodologies, Fortran, Visual Basic, Public Speaking, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Office, Life Insurance, Requirements Analysis, Mainframe, MVS, Visio, ISPF, Programming
Education
Central Texas College 1989 — 1990
AAS, Computer Science
Abilene Christian University 1988 — 1989
Missions
Central Texas College 1986 — 1988
AGS, General Studies
Abilene Christian University 1985 — 1986
Biblical Studies
ReliaBills.com July 2012 - Present
MESA 2014 - 2015
MESA 2014 - 2015
Digital River February 1999 - July 2012
Fingerhut 1986 - 1992
Education
Hamline University 1982 — 1986
Eastman Chemical Company June 2001 - Present
Kingsport Foundry December 1997 - February 2001
Fingerhut May 1992 - December 1997
Raytheon May 1989 - June 1991
Raytheon October 1988 - May 1989
Raytheon October 1986 - October 1988
Skills
Supply Chain, Fleet Management, Yard Management, Rail Logistics, Warehouse Management, Customer Service, Estimating, Cost Saving Projects, Time Study, Work Instructions, Hand Drafting, AutoCAD, Warehousing, Engineering, Logistics, MRP, Shipping, Industrial Engineering, Supply Chain Operations, Materials Management, Plant Engineering, Process Improvement, Procurement, Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Logistics Management
Education
East Tennessee State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (BS), Engineering Technology, Design Graphics Option
Freelance July 2014 - Present
Self-employed 1993 - Present
Amazon Mechanical Turk June 2014 - July 2014
Planet First January 2005 - April 2005
Vacation Break USA January 2002 - February 2004
Fingerhut July 2001 - January 2002
Skills
Computer Technology, Marketing Strategy, Proofreading, Microsoft Word, Adobe Photodeluxe, Social Media Marketing, Hardware, Sales, Marketing, Networking, Computer Hardware, Software Installation, Account Management, Sales Management, New Business Development, Technical Support, Troubleshooting, Windows, Windows 7, Security
Education
Washington County Career Center-Adult Technical Training 1998 — 1999
Computer Technician Certification, Computer Technology/Computer Systems Technology
East Tennessee State University
Psychology
Professional Diversity Network September 2013 - Present
PSI, Inc. July 1999 - September 2013
Branson Entertainment Group January 1997 - June 1999
Fingerhut January 1992 - January 1997
Skills
Talent Management, Social Media, Event Management, Sourcing, Organizational..., Direct Sales, Coaching, Leadership, Business Development, Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Sales, Strategy, Program Management, Online Advertising, Negotiation, Marketing Management, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Management, Project Management, CRM, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Internet Recruiting, Sales Process, Sales Operations, Public Relations, Enterprise Software, New Business Development, Training, Strategic Partnerships, Human Resources, Consulting
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 1970 — 1971
Art, English, A+
Rosemount High School 1966 — 1970
High School Diploma, All general studies, A
Life Time - The Healthy Way of Life Company July 2013 - Present
Pearson VUE July 2012 - July 2013
SuccessFactors November 2011 - July 2012
Pine River Capital Management June 2010 - July 2011
Overwatch Systems Tactical Operations October 2009 - November 2009
Rels March 2009 - September 2009
Ecolab August 2008 - December 2008
Fingerhut June 2008 - August 2008
Apogee Enterprises, Inc. August 2007 - June 2008
Prime Therapeutics August 2004 - July 2007
Skills
Test Automation, XML, Quality Center, Software Quality..., SQL, Java, C#, MVVM, WPF, XAML, Entity Framework, Visual Studio, LINQ, VB.NET, JSON, REST Services, SOAP Services, Unit Testing, Code Integration Testing, WinForms, Windows API, Selenium, Microsoft UIA, WatiN, Testable Object..., Object Oriented Design, Software Design Patterns, Database Design, JMeter, LoadRunner, Mercury QuickTest Pro, Performance Testing, C, VBScript, Agile Testing, JavaScript, JIRA, Quality Center OTA, Version One .NET SDK, SoapUI, Rally REST Services, JIRA REST Services, ZAPI REST Services, Exchange EWS, MSTest, Git, Appium, Xamarin, Mobile Automation
Education
Academy College 2001 — 2006
None, Computer Science and Business
Augsburg College 2000 — 2001
None, Business Administration and Management, General
NEI College of Technology 1997 — 1998
None, Management Information Systems, General
Normandale Community College 1996 — 1997
None, General Studies
University of Maryland Asian Division 1994 — 1995
None, General Studies
NTTCD Corey Station 1993 — 1993
None, Advanced Communications
Fort Devens Basic Communications 1992 — 1993
None, Basic Computer Skills
Zimmer July 2004 - Present
Biomet 1998 - 2004
Partners in Marketing, Inc. 1997 - 1998
Alternatives Creative Print Production, Inc. May 1994 - March 1997
Ergodyne March 1992 - April 1994
Tonka Corporation November 1986 - December 1991
Fingerhut 1985 - 1986
DRI Industries 1982 - 1985
Skills
Medical Devices, Operating Room, Orthopedic, Surgeons, Product Launch, Market Development, Sales Operations, Selling, Surgery, Sales Management, Account Management, Capital Equipment, Cold Calling, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Healthcare, Hospitals, Leadership, Managed Care, New Business Development, Sales, Sales Process, Solution Selling, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Consultative Selling, Orthopedics
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 1978 — 1982
B.A., Mathematics
Minnetonka High School, Minnetonka, MN 1976 — 1978
Korn Ferry July 2011 - Present
PDI Ninth House July 2010 - July 2011
PDI Ninth House August 2004 - June 2010
Personnel Decisions International March 1999 - July 2004
Personnel Decisions International January 1999 - March 1999
Fingerhut August 1998 - December 1998
ArtStart's ArtScraps June 1996 - July 1998
Skills
Leadership Development, Leadership, Management Consulting, Project Management, Process Improvement, Technical Documentation, Training, Technical Writing, Business Process..., Coaching, Team Building, Training Delivery, Employee Training, Program Management, Employee Engagement, Change Management, Organizational..., Team Leadership, Management, Vendor Management, Customer Service, Strategy, Succession Planning, Strategic Planning, Workshop Facilitation, Human Resources, Cross-functional Team..., CRM, Recruiting
Education
Institute of Children's Literature 2007 — 2010
City College of San Francisco 2008 — 2008
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2001 — 2001
Web Design Institute
University of St. Thomas 2000 — 2000
Macalester College 1992 — 1996
Bachelor's Degree
Boston University 1995 — 1995
Academy of Our Lady of Guam 1988 — 1992
High School
Comprehensive Pharmacy Services January 2011 - Present
Boston Scientific December 2004 - January 2011
McKesson Medication Management February 2001 - December 2004
Fingerhut May 1995 - January 2001
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Sourcing, Telephone Interviewing, Applicant Tracking..., Internet Recruiting, Human Resources, Taleo, Recruiting, Resume Writing, New Hire Orientations, Contract Recruitment, HRIS, Interviews, Screening Resumes, Temporary Placement, PeopleSoft, Strategy, Conflict Resolution, Benefits Negotiation, HR Policies, Management, Employer Branding, Organizational..., Deferred Compensation, Process Improvement, Coaching, Temporary Staffing, Leadership Development, Team Building, Career Counseling, Employee Training, Training, Cold Calling, Benefits Administration, Personnel Management, Recruitment Advertising, Employee Benefits, Employment Law, Workforce Planning, Screening, SDLC, Staffing Services, Employee Engagement, Program Management, Succession Planning, Executive Search, Payroll, Hiring, FMLA, Behavioral Interviewing
Education
Augsburg College 1991 — 1995
BA
Sauk Rapids High School 1987 — 1991
HS Diploma
Wolters Kluwer Financial Services April 2010 - Present
Best Buy For Business June 2009 - March 2010
Fingerhut February 2003 - June 2009
Skills
Coaching, Team Building, Performance Management, Training, Financial Services, Leadership Development, Cross-functional Team...
Education
St. Cloud State University 2002 — 2009
Master of Science, Instructional Design and Training
Concordia College 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, Organizational Communication
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School, Coursera
Gamification
Olson January 2009 - Present
The Lacek Group 1996 - October 2008
OgilvyOne Minneapolis 1995 - 2008
Champion America 1994 - 1996
Lab Safety Supply 1989 - 1994
US Army Reserves May 1985 - August 1991
Fingerhut April 1989 - September 1989
Skills
Database Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Analytics, Database Segmentation, Strategic Planning, Campaign Optimization, Predictive Modeling, Loyalty Program..., Direct Marketing, Customer Insight, Customer Engagement, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Monitoring, Loyalty Programs, Web Marketing, CRM, Segmentation, Social Media Measurement, Interactive Marketing, Data Mining, Digital Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Strategy, Marketing Analytics, Integrated Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Digital Strategy, Email Marketing, Brand Development, Direct Mail, Campaign Management, Web Analytics, Interactive Advertising, Customer Acquisition, Relationship Marketing, SEM, Creative Strategy, Online Advertising, Content Strategy, Marketing Research, Omniture, Online Marketing, Brand Management, B2B Marketing, Brand Loyalty, Google Analytics, E-commerce, Media Planning, Lead Generation, Market Research
Education
Bethel University 1984 — 1989
BA Finance / Economics, Finanace and Economics
Burnsville HS 1980 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Finance/Economics
Bluestem Brands Inc. July 2011 - Present
North American Membership Group (NAMG) September 2001 - February 2011
Freelance August 2000 - September 2001
Hadley House 1999 - 2000
Fingerhut March 1993 - April 1999
Skills
Layout, Magazines, Catalogs, Brochures, Pre-press, Books, InDesign, Direct Mail, Advertising, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Art Direction, Print Production, Logo Design, Brand Development, Newsletters, Packaging, Publications, Typography, Graphics, Corporate Identity, Creative Development, Mac, Production, Business Cards, Digital Photography, Logos, Print, Creative Direction, Publishing, Creative Strategy, Posters, Invitations, Image Editing, Editorial, Digital Marketing, Corporate Branding, Marketing, Flyers
Education
Brown College 1991 — 1993
AA, Advertising Design
Kaiser Permanente Manager of Financial AnalysisPrudential FinancialSeptember 2004 - September 2009
Prudential Financial June 2001 - September 2004
Fluor January 2001 - June 2001
Minnesota Housing Finance Agency February 1998 - March 2000
Minnesota Housing Finance Agency July 1996 - January 1998
Fingerhut January 1991 - May 1993
Honeywell January 1989 - January 1991
Skills
Financial Analysis, Managerial Finance, Competitive Analysis, Project Management, Team Building, Project Planning, Data Conversion, Market, Modeling, Forecasting, Budgets, Cash Flow, Finance, Data Analysis, Management, Business Strategy, Essbase, Hyperion Enterprise, Financial Modeling, Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Education
Augsburg College
Accounting, Accounting, Management Infomation System
University of St. Thomas
MBA, Finance/Marketing
Shelter Corporation May 2010 - Present
The Waters Senior Living, LLC May 2010 - Present
Lindenwood Group, Inc. April 2009 - Present
CresaPartners - Minneapolis December 2009 - June 2013
Stevens Square Foundation 2002 - 2011
Capella University 2008 - 2009
Cargill, Inc. July 2003 - November 2008
Wilderness Inquiry 1999 - 2006
Longenu 2003 - 2004
Fingerhut 1998 - 2002
Skills
Strategy, Real Estate, Marketing, Real Estate Development, Disposition, Commercial Real Estate, Affordable Housing, Brokerage, Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Acquisitions, New Business Development, Real Estate Transactions
Education
CCIM Institute 2009 — 2010
CCIM, Commercial Real Estate
Harvard Business School 1991 — 1993
Harvard University 1983 — 1987
A.B., Biology
Kent School 1979 — 1983
High School
Bluestem Brands, Inc. July 2013 - Present
Norstan / Black Box Network Services 2004 - Present
Jaqua Consulting Inc. 1999 - Present
Target 2010 - 2013
Jaqua Consulting Inc 1999 - 2009
Black Box 2004 - 2008
Best Buy March 2001 - April 2004
Fingerhut June 2000 - November 2000
Norstan May 1999 - June 2000
Norstan August 1994 - April 1999
Skills
Oracle, Unix, Databases, SDLC, Integration, Microsoft SQL Server, Data Warehousing, Data Center, Data Migration, Enterprise Software, CRM, ERP, Visual Basic, Architectures, Project Management, T-SQL, Performance Tuning, Analysis, Informatica, Software Design, Requirements Analysis, ETL, Enterprise Architecture, Business Intelligence, DB2, SQL, PL/SQL, Visio, Business Analysis, Database Design, IT Strategy, Disaster Recovery, Requirements Gathering, Agile Methodologies, SOA, Software Project..., Software Development, Solution Architecture
Education
Alexandria Technical College 1986 — 1987
Associate, Computer Programming
Flash Point Industries January 1995 - Present
Flash Point Industries September 1995 - October 2008
Gene Smiley Showrooms January 1976 - December 1999
Gene Smiley Showrooms January 1976 - December 1999
Fingerhut June 1996 - August 1999
Skills
As Bass players go, I'm..., Photography, Television, Performing Arts
Education
Metropolitan State University 2014 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Individualized Studies Minor in Experimental Intermedia Performance, 3.9
North Hennepin Community College 2011 — 2014
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, 3.5
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 1991 — 1993
Assoc., Media Production
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1975 — 1976
Theater
Dunwoody Industrial Institute 1972 — 1974
Auto Mech.
Colorado College 1970 — 1971
Liberal Arts
Bio Huma Netics, Inc January 2012 - May 2015
Vision Computers January 2002 - March 2008
Fingerhut July 1999 - January 2001
Nelco, Inc. December 1992 - April 1996
Skills
Production Management, Budgeting, Resource Management, Production Planning, Microsoft Excel, Warehouse Management, Sage MAS200, Shipping & Receiving, Fulfillment Management, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, MRP, Team Building, Management, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Training, Sales, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Start-ups, Product Development, Account Management, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Process Scheduler, Purchasing, Marketing, Technical Support, Databases
Education
Arizona State University
History, French
Arizona State University
Bachelor's degree
Baker Tilly June 2005 - Present
YouthLink January 2011 - Present
Association for Corporate Growth December 2014 - Present
Southwest Corridor LRT Business Advisory Council and Corridor Management Committee member July 2012 - Present
Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce January 2008 - January 2014
PricewaterhouseCoopers January 1998 - 2003
Executrain January 1992 - 1995
Fingerhut 1986 - 1991
Skills
New Business Development, Strategic Planning, CRM, Mergers, Business Development, Management, Strategy, Marketing, Project Management, Business Strategy, Management Consulting, Process Improvement, Sales, Consulting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Start-ups, Strategic Partnerships, Cross-functional Team..., Business Planning, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Budgets, Sales Process, Marketing Strategy, Business Process..., Leadership Development, Program Management, Executive Management, Change Management, Finance, Contract Negotiation, Financial Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Private Equity, Forecasting, Team Building, Acquisition Integration, Due Diligence, Strategic Financial..., Small Business, Venture Capital, Accounting, Risk Management, Fundraising, Corporate Development, Investments, Negotiation, Financial Modeling
Education
Harvard Business School 2008 — 2008
Executive Education, Business to Business Marketing Strategies
Hamline University 1982 — 1986
B.S., Business Administration & Political Science
CTA, Inc. July 2009 - Present
Landscape Brands January 2007 - July 2009
Northern Tool + Equipment 1997 - 2007
Montgomery Ward Direct 1992 - 1997
Fingerhut 1987 - 1992
Skills
Partnership Marketing, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Loyalty Marketing, Email Marketing, Budgets, P&L Management, Customer Acquisition, Database Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Strategic Planning, Catalogs, Direct Mail, Product Development, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Market Planning, Product Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Analytics, Segmentation, Digital Marketing, Interactive Marketing, E-commerce
Education
Carleton College 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Comm. Health Partnership September 2009 - December 2012
Presbyterian Homes & Services January 2006 - December 2008
Treasures from the Heart (Adoray Home Care and Hospice) June 2005 - January 2006
Ajilon (Currently Modis IT Staffing) February 1997 - November 1998
Fingerhut November 1995 - January 1997
Adia (Currently Modis IT Staffing) April 1993 - November 1994
University of South Florida April 1989 - March 1993
Harcourt Brace Jovanovich July 1985 - March 1989
Skills
Healthcare, Healthcare Management, Healthcare Information..., HIPAA, Home Care, Care Planning, Alzheimer's disease, COBOL, JCL, ISPF, IBM Mainframe, MVS, RAMIS, SQL, Data Modeling, VSAM, End User Training, Case Managment, Quality Assurance, Elder Care, Crisis Intervention, Training, Social Services, Senior Services, Gerontology, Medicaid, Medicare, Case Management
Education
Bethel University
Master's degree, Gerontology
University of Wisconsin - River Falls
Bachelor's degree, Psychology - Major, Computers in Business - Minor
Valencia Community College
Associate's degree, Data Processing
Wealth Enhancement Group 2009 - Present
Marketing Architects 2000 - 2009
Scout.com / North American Membership Group 1998 - 2000
Fingerhut 1995 - 1998
Skills
Direct Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Product Management, Database Marketing, Lead Generation, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Financial Services, Product Development, Sales Management, Series 7, Executive Team, Advertising Agency, Series 24, Branding & Identity, Digital, Series 66
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 1992 — 1996
BA
Minnesota Department of Human Rights September 2012 - Present
Fingerhut August 2011 - December 2011
Thomson Reuters September 2006 - January 2011
Thomson Reuters 2003 - 2006
Brietman Immigration Law Firm - Bloomington, MN 2003 - 2003
Robert Half International 2000 - 2003
Barrera Siqueiros y Torreslanda S.C. 1991 - 1997
Skills
Legal Research, Intellectual Property, Immigration Law, Customer Service, Customer Relations, Writing, Creative Writing, Editing, Corporate Law, Management, Social Media, Trademarks, Westlaw
Education
Hamline University School of Law 1999 — 2000
LL.M, Masters in Law
Universidad Anáhuac 1996 — 1997
Corporate Law, Masters
Universidad Anáhuac 1991 — 1996
Law, Bachelors
Capella university July 2005 - Present
Fingerhut 1991 - 2002
Burger King Corporation October 1987 - August 1991
Skills
Social Media, Enrollment Management, Adult Education, Staff Development, Coaching, Higher Education, Leadership Development, Budgets, Sales, Time Management, Policy, Event Planning, Distance Learning, Student Recruiting, Outlook, Marketing Strategy, PeopleSoft, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Training, Process Improvement, Admissions, Cross-functional Team..., Instructional Design, Workshop Facilitation, Data Analysis, E-Learning, Customer Service, Team Building, PowerPoint, Leadership, Teaching, Student Financial Aid, Student Affairs, Microsoft Excel, Program Management, Conflict Resolution, Academic Advising, Organizational..., Project Management, Learning Management..., Research, Team Leadership, Marketing, Employee Relations, Management
Education
Capella University 2005 — 2012
BS, Business
Fridley Sr High School 1970 — 1977
High School
Freelance May 2008 - Present
Boston Scientific January 2005 - January 2008
Ipsos Insight December 2000 - December 2004
Fingerhut June 1999 - November 2000
Skills
Market Research, Advertising, Copywriting, Product Development, Marketing, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Writing, Business Strategy, Analysis, Newsletters, Customer Insight, Press Releases, Competitive Intelligence, Data Analysis, Segmentation, Budgets, CRM, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research
Education
Augsburg College 2005 — 2008
MAE, Education: Secondary English
Gustavus Adolphus College 1995 — 1999
BA, Sociology/Anthropology
Willmar High School
Home Based November 2012 - Present
CHY Technologies Inc. January 2009 - November 2012
Fiserv January 2008 - December 2008
eBureau August 2005 - December 2008
LexisNexis November 1996 - August 2005
RiskWise 1996 - 2005
Fingerhut 1991 - 1994
Fingerhut 1991 - 1994
Skills
Credit Risk, Fraud Prevention, Risk Management, Product Development, Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., Budgets, Business Strategy, Direct Marketing, Fraud, Management, Credit, Sales, Analysis, Analytics, Portfolio Management, Strategic Planning, Cloud Computing, Marketing, Data Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Negotiation, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, Start-ups, Strategy
Education
Western International University 1994 — 1996
MBA, Direct Marketing Management Strategies and Systems
The College of St. Scholastica 1989 — 1991
B.A., Business Administration
Central Texas College 1978 — 1980
A.A.S., Criminology
Cowles Center for Dance and the Performing Arts September 2012 - Present
Guthrie Theater May 2011 - Present
Historic Theatre Group, Llc November 2013 - January 2014
Pangea World Theater March 2012 - April 2012
Loring Theater April 2011 - September 2011
Affiliated Computer Services Inc August 2010 - February 2011
AloriCares a division of Alorica Inc. April 2010 - August 2010
Fingerhut August 2009 - January 2010
St. Cloud State University September 2006 - August 2009
GC Services July 2000 - September 2006
Skills
Proficient in Microsoft..., 10 years of customer..., Excellent communication..., Proficient in..., Theatre, Performing Arts, Acting, Tessitura, Arts Administration, Musical Theatre, Stage, Stage Management, Dance, Drama, Improvisation, Singing, Entertainment, Event Planning, Plays, Event Management, Voice Acting, Social Media, Comedy, Creative Writing, Music
Education
St. Cloud State University 1996 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Theatre/Theater
El Paso Community College 2000 — 2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Music
PepsiCo 1991 - Present
Fingerhut June 1989 - June 1991
Kinney Shoes 1980 - 1990
Super Foods 1976 - 1980
Skills
Management, Sales, Sales Management, Leadership, Retail Sales Analysis, Retail Sales, CDL, 33 yrs of experience
Education
Delta College
Dr.martin Luther college
KinderCare April 2015 - Present
Concordia Language Villages April 2014 - Present
Affordable Services April 2013 - April 2014
Minneapolis Public Schools August 2012 - February 2013
Northern Star Boy Scout Council October 2009 - October 2012
RTI March 2009 - October 2010
Snugglebugs January 2002 - August 2008
Minneapolis Public Schools January 1998 - January 2002
Fingerhut January 1998 - January 1999
The Brown Institute January 1992 - January 1997
Skills
Editing, Spanish, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Social Services, Program Management, Recruiting, Interviews, Customer Service, Classroom, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Interpreting, Bilingual Education, Microsoft Office, Digital Photography, Translation, Urban Studies, Multicultural..., Teaching English as a..., American Sign Language, Cultural Awareness, Cultural Diversity, Staff Development, Tutoring, Program Development, Higher Education, Youth Development, Curriculum Development, Public Speaking, Event Planning
Education
Metropolitan State University 2012 — 2016
In process, Urban Education and Leadership
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2010 — 2012
Associate's Degree, General Studies
Fridley High School 1985 — 1989
High School Diploma
American Solutions for Business October 2014 - Present
American Solutions for Business February 2014 - September 2014
American Solutions for Business April 2012 - January 2014
American Solutions for Business September 2011 - March 2012
Minnewaska Community Health Services November 2010 - September 2011
Doherty Staffing Solutions September 2003 - November 2010
American Spirit Mailing January 1999 - August 2002
Fingerhut 1981 - 1999
Skills
Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, New Hire Orientations, Onboarding, Coaching, Performance Management, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Management, Payroll, Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, HR Policies, Customer Service
Education
Southwest Minnesota State University 2001 — 2004
BS, Business
Alexandria Technical College 1998 — 2000
Associate of Applied Science, Supervisory Management
Data Recognition Corporation July 1998 - July 2015
Augsburg Fortress Publishers December 1997 - July 1998
Fingerhut October 1987 - December 1997
Fingerhut 1990 - 1992
Skills
Project Management, Technical Writing, Proofreading, Editing, Research, Copy Editing, Teaching, Creative Writing, Content Management, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Office, Report Writing, Content Development, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, MS Project, Adobe LiveCycle Designer, Project Planning, Budgets, Social Media, Management, Editorial
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1993 — 1995
Post-graduate coursework in Linguistics
Hamline University 1993 — 1993
TEFL Certificate, Teaching English as a Foreign Language
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1993
Coursework in German Language and Literature
University of Kansas 1986 — 1987
Coursework in Broadcast Journalism
University of Michigan 1984 — 1985
Master of Arts (M.A.), English Language and Literature, General
University of Kansas 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
RETIRED June 2013 - Present
Xlibris Corp. January 2009 - Present
Glen Lake Golf Course April 2002 - Present
Northern Tool + Equipment January 2003 - May 2013
Fingerhut November 1987 - April 2002
CPT Corporation February 1983 - July 1987
Fergus Falls Daily Journal September 1981 - September 1982
Wahpeton-Breckenridge Daily News September 1979 - September 1981
Skills
Research, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Editing, Publishing, Books, Web Content, Newsletters, Copywriting, Brochures, Marketing Strategy, Content Management, Online Advertising, Newspapers, Email Marketing, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Blogging, Social Media, Photography, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Proofreading, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Direct Marketing, Web Design, Graphic Design, Integrated Marketing, InDesign, SEO, QuarkXPress, Content Strategy, Content Development, Advertising, Magazines, Web Analytics, Publications, Copy Editing, Online Marketing, Direct Mail, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Content Management, Editorial, Press Releases, Television, Published Author, Facebook
Education
Augsburg College 1989 — 1995
M.A., Leadership
St. Cloud State University 1975 — 1978
B.A., Mass Communications
Amgen May 2013 - Present
Bristol-Myers Squibb June 2012 - May 2013
MediMedia Health November 2008 - June 2012
Merck 2005 - October 2008
Novartis November 2003 - September 2005
Abbott Laboratories 1994 - 2003
Fingerhut 1990 - 1992
Skills
Pharmaceuticals, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Managed Care, Product Management, Alliances, Licensing, Pharmaceutical Industry, Cross-functional Team..., Pharmaceutical Sales
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 1992 — 1994
MBA, Marketing
Carleton College 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Aberdeen Central HS 1983 — 1986
CPower November 2014 - Present
Constellation Energy January 2008 - Present
Accenture August 2004 - May 2007
Best Buy March 2001 - August 2004
Fingerhut September 1995 - December 2000
Skills
SDLC, Project Management, Program Management, Requirements Analysis, PMP, Scope Management, Agile Methodologies, Business Analysis, International Project..., IT Strategy, Strategic Planning, Agile Project Management, Software Development
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1991 — 1994
Gustavus Adolphus College 1986 — 1990
BA, English, Theater
Korn Ferry 2000 - Present
Computer Network Technology 1997 - 2000
ESP Systems Professionals 1993 - 1997
Fingerhut 1992 - 1993
Pioneer Hi-Bred International 1983 - 1992
Skills
Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Change Management, Business Process..., Requirements Gathering, Program Management, Visio, Business Intelligence, Requirements Analysis, Systems Analysis, Integration, CRM, Consulting, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Central College 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Systems Management
Adel-DeSoto-Minburn High School 1976 — 1979
eBureau May 2004 - Present
eBureau 2004 - Present
LexisNexis RiskWise June 1996 - May 2004
Fingerhut 1988 - 1996
Skills
Customer Acquisition, Lead Generation, Start-ups, Product Management, Risk Management, Business Strategy, Product Development, Customer Relations, Strategic Planning, Analytics, Fraud Prevention, Business Intelligence, Integration, Contract Negotiation, Credit Risk, Account Management, Product Marketing, Budgeting, Business Analysis, Program Management, Operations Management, Predictive Analytics, Process Improvement, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Enterprise Software, Business Development, SaaS, Online Marketing, Salesforce.com, Web Analytics, Direct Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Digital Marketing, Demand Generation, CRM, PPC, SEO, E-commerce, Online Lead Generation
Education
St. Cloud State University 1990 — 1991
MBA, Business
California State University Stanislaus 1984 — 1986
Business, Finance
St. Cloud State University 1980 — 1982
Finance
Paynesville High School
Comcast August 2011 - Present
Unique Screen Media/Preflix July 2010 - October 2011
Star Tribune Media Company January 2008 - November 2009
Dex Media May 2005 - January 2008
Idearc Media/Verizon Information Services April 2003 - May 2005
Verizon Wireless August 2002 - April 2003
Sprint PCS September 2000 - August 2002
Paging Network of MN 1996 - 1999
Fingerhut 1991 - 1996
Skills
Selling, Online Advertising, Account Management, Lead Generation, CRM, Business Development, Direct Sales, Advertising
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Business Marketing
Northern Kentucky ezone May 2012 - April 2014
Casimir R. Choppy January 2012 - June 2012
Alliance Data October 2003 - November 2011
CasLucratif, LLC April 2000 - September 2003
Fidelity Investments 1994 - 2001
Casimir R. Choppy November 1992 - March 1994
Fingerhut July 1991 - July 1992
JCPenney Company and Subsidiaries June 1969 - October 1990
Skills
Strategy, Start-ups, Program Management, Business Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Business Process..., Vendor Management, Management, Call Centers, Business Analysis, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Team Building, Recruiting, Change Management, Coaching, Product Development, New Business Development, Team Management, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Networking, Organizational..., Business Strategy, Performance Management, Team Leadership, Mergers & Acquisitions, Finance, CRM, Cross-functional Team..., Management Consulting, Budgets, Marketing, Consulting, Talent Management, Enterprise Software, Training, Business Planning, Executive Management
Education
California State University-Dominguez Hills 1973 — 1975
MBA
California State University-Fullerton - College of Business and Economics 1967 — 1971
Bachelor, Business Management
Wells Fargo May 2015 - Present
Vemma April 2014 - Present
Jaguda.com September 2008 - Present
The MENTOR Network January 2014 - April 2015
Tadds Light House May 2012 - December 2013
Opportunity Matters December 2011 - December 2013
Fingerhut October 2011 - January 2012
Blue Stern Recruitment October 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Healthcare, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Treatment, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Social Services, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Managerial Finance, Mac, Social Networking, Nursing Homes, Economics, Editorial, Technical Writing, WordPress, Critical Thinking, Public Relations, Facebook, Entrepreneurship, Creative Writing, Blogging
Education
St. Cloud State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Economics/ Political Science
Century College 2009 — 2011
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
University of Lagos 2006 — 2007
Business Administration, Diploma
Slumberland Furniture June 2013 - Present
Slumberland Furniture June 2007 - Present
Slumberland Furniture April 2002 - June 2007
Fingerhut February 2000 - April 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Furniture, Photoshop, Photography, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Merchandising, Interior Design, Advertising, Microsoft Excel, Photos, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Layout, Marketing, Styling, Illustrator, Project Management
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), MEDIA ARTS
Bemidji State University 1991 — 1993
Associate's degree, General Studies
tartan 1987 — 1990
Diploma
Pearson May 2007 - Present
Market Day April 2005 - May 2006
Fingerhut January 1994 - October 1997
Skills
Customer Service, Solution Selling, Sales Operations, Product Management, Sales Management, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Marketing, Selling, Sales, Leadership, Team Building, Management, Public Speaking, Retail, Social Media, PowerPoint, Team Leadership, Time Management, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Excel, Business Development, Event Planning, New Business Development, Training, Sales Presentations, Salesforce.com, Marketing Strategy, Sales Process, Email Marketing, CRM, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Coaching, Online Advertising, Competitive Analysis, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Capella University 2011 — 2015
BA
University of Wisconsin-Superior 1993 — 1995
Undergrad
College of St. Catherine 1985 — 1986
Business France (Export) May 2015 - Present
FleetCor May 2014 - May 2015
Veeam Software January 2013 - December 2013
Veeam Software September 2012 - January 2013
Datacard Group July 2009 - January 2012
Fingerhut December 2004 - June 2009
Skills
CRM, Account Management, Sales Process, B2B, Cold Calling, Salesforce.com, International Sales, Sales Management, New Business Development, Building Relationships, Warm Calling, Sales Presentations, French, Cloud Computing, Oracle, Fashion Retail, Retail, New Product Release, Commercial Diplomacy
Education
Georgia State University - J. Mack Robinson College of Business 2013 — 2013
Master's degree, International Business/Trade/Commerce
St. Cloud State University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Economics and Political Science minor
SPS Commerce December 2013 - Present
Digital River June 2011 - March 2013
Digital River December 2008 - June 2011
Digital River 1999 - December 2008
Best Buy 1999 - 1999
Target 1996 - 1998
Talent Software Services 1994 - 1998
Fingerhut 1994 - 1996
National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP) 1993 - 1994
Cray Research 1991 - 1993
Skills
E-commerce, SDLC, Enterprise Software, Enterprise Architecture, Analytics, Web Analytics, SaaS, Vendor Management, Cloud Computing, Agile Methodologies, E-business, Requirements Analysis, Databases, Leadership, Scrum, Agile Project Management, Mobile Devices, Product Management, Software Project..., CRM, Business Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Affiliate Marketing, Program Management, Software Development, SEM, Business Intelligence, IT Strategy, SOA, Information Technology, Security, Web Applications, Web Development, Integration, Web Project Management, Visio, Cross-functional Team..., User Experience, Strategy, Professional Services, Project Portfolio..., Data Center, Business Process, Solution Architecture, Salesforce.com, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, IT Management, Mobile Applications, Data Warehousing
Education
College of Saint Benedict 1987 — 1991
Math/Computer Science
Sportsman's Guide May 2003 - Present
Fingerhut May 1999 - May 2003
EVINE Live Inc. March 1996 - July 1998
US Navy March 1994 - September 1996
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Research, Leadership, Training
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2001 — 2002
Associate Degree in Desktop Publishing, Photoshop/ Quark/ Illustrator/ Typography
Northwestern College
Bachelor's degree, Psychology and Sociology
Hearth & Home Technologies October 2012 - Present
Dynamex July 2011 - October 2012
Wells Fargo June 2010 - January 2011
Comcast February 2009 - June 2010
Stone Systems of MN December 2007 - December 2008
The Home Depot September 2005 - December 2007
St. Cloud Technical College September 2005 - December 2006
Fingerhut March 2001 - May 2005
Skills
Extracurricular..., Public Speaking, Tutoring, Academic Tutoring, Peer Tutoring, Peer Mentoring, Microsoft Office 2007, Microsoft Office Xp, Event Planning, Time Management, Inventory Management, Project Management, Training, Customer Service, Sales, Call Centers, Retail, Leadership Development, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Team Building, Troubleshooting, Critical Thinking, Account Management, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Merchandising, Fundraising, Budgets, Trade Shows, Research, Event Management, Project Planning, Public Relations, Organizational..., Retail Sales, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Training, Coaching, Customer Retention, Data Analysis, Management, Visual Merchandising
Education
Hamline University 2015 — 2018
Master of Arts (M.A.), Education
Metropolitan State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Human Services Management
St. Cloud Technical College 2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Sales and Managment
Target 2012 - 2015
Target 2008 - 2012
Target 1999 - 2008
Shopko 1994 - 1999
Fingerhut 1992 - 1994
Skills
Product Development, Global Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Apparel, Technical Design, Fabric Development, Color Management, Sustainable Design, Team Leadership, Textiles, Merchandising, Retail, Fashion, Fit, Fashion Design, Trend Analysis, Sourcing, Sportswear, Trim Development, Operations Management, Process Simplification
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College
Bachelor's Degree, International Business
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Master's Degree, Clothing and Textile Design
Staples May 2015 - July 2015
Microsoft May 2014 - April 2015
Microsoft December 2012 - March 2014
BlackBerry June 2012 - November 2012
BlackBerry October 2010 - June 2012
Vonage June 2009 - May 2010
Epana Networks March 2008 - February 2009
MoneyGram International August 2007 - March 2008
Fingerhut October 2004 - September 2006
Preferred Credit October 2004 - September 2006
Skills
Mobile Technology, Mobile Communications, Mobile Devices, Blackberry Enterprise..., Network Administration, System Administration, Systems Analysis, IT Hardware Support, Bilingual Proficiency, Bilingual Communications, Microsoft SQL Server, Windows Server, Microsoft Exchange, Active Directory, Technical Support, Blackberry, Telecommunications, Operating Systems, Troubleshooting, TCP/IP, Wireless Networking, VoIP, Help Desk Support, VPN, Software Installation, Hardware, DHCP, Networking, Windows 7, Windows XP, BMC Remedy, Information Technology
Education
St. Cloud State University 2003 — 2007
B.E.S., Computer Networking & Applications; Spanish
Camden County College 2000 — 2003
Computer Science
Starkey Hearing Technologies August 2015 - Present
Starkey Hearing Technologies September 2011 - August 2015
Lee County Sheriff's Office August 2007 - June 2011
Waterman Broadcasting August 2006 - August 2007
Waterman Broadcasting July 2004 - August 2006
KDLH-TV 2001 - 2004
Fingerhut October 1999 - February 2001
Skills
Writing, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Media Relations, Press Releases, Interviews, Editing, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Management, Advertising, Email Marketing, Journalism, Social Networking, Photography, Social Media, SEO, Television, Video, Leadership, Marketing, Community Outreach, Social Media Marketing, Video Editing, Sales, Policy, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Government, Strategy, Video Production, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Internal Communications, Team Building, Facebook, Copywriting, Publicity, Online Marketing, Event Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's, Journalism and Communications
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1998 — 1999
Generals
Totino-Grace High School 1994 — 1998
High School Diploma
Spring Lake Park High School
Faulkner Media Group April 2014 - Present
Univita Health Inc April 2012 - April 2014
Globe University November 2010 - April 2012
VisionShare Inc. June 2009 - November 2010
Regency Beauty Institute January 2009 - June 2009
Procedo, Inc. January 2009 - June 2009
Regency Beauty Institute June 2006 - January 2009
MDS Caswell April 2005 - June 2006
I-Tech July 2001 - April 2005
Fingerhut June 1999 - July 2001
Skills
ASP.NET MVC, C#, SQL, .NET, LINQ, jQuery, JavaScript, Software Design, Requirements Gathering, Visual Studio, HTML, Databases, Programming, Software Development, Software Engineering, Web Development, Agile Methodologies, XML, ASP.NET, Architecture, Web Services, Microsoft SQL Server, MVC, Scrum, REST, Testing
Education
Bemidji State University 1995 — 1999
BS, Computer Science
Self-Employed February 2012 - Present
Minnesota Interactive, LLC October 2011 - October 2013
Deluxe Corporation 2008 - September 2011
Ameriprise Financial 2005 - 2008
American Express 2003 - 2005
Hallmark Business Connections January 2002 - June 2003
Digital River 2000 - 2001
Fingerhut 1995 - 2000
Skills
Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, E-commerce, Web Analytics, Agency Relationship..., SEM, SEO, Multivariate Testing, Interactive Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Google Analytics, Digital Strategy, Lead Generation, Analytics, PPC, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Acquisition, Facebook
Education
St. Olaf College 1990 — 1994
B.A., Psychology, Environmental Studies
Capella University 2006 — 2007
MBA Credits, Marketing Management
Intek Plastics 2015 - Present
Donaldson June 2014 - 2015
Donaldson March 2011 - June 2014
Johnstech International 2010 - 2011
Waterous Company 2003 - 2010
Waterous Company 1997 - 2003
Fingerhut 1996 - 1997
Unisys 1983 - 1996
Skills
Supplier Quality, Quality Assurance, Lean Manufacturing, ISO, Quality Management, TS16949, Quality Auditing, FMEA, Management, Process Improvement, ISO/TS 16949, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Root Cause Analysis, SPC, Manufacturing, ISO 14001, Auditing, Team Building, 5S, Supply Chain, DMAIC, Negotiation, AS9100, Team Leadership, CAPA, 8D Problem Solving, Mentoring, Problem Solving, 5 Why, 6S, Kaizen, Project Management, Program Management, Risk Management, ISO 9001, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma, Quality System, Value Stream Mapping, Quality Control, Internal Audit, Contract Negotiation, Training, PPAP
Education
Metropolitan State University 1999 — 2005
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Precision Inspection and Nondestructive Testing
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage 1998 - Present
Travelers Express May 1997 - April 1998
Fingerhut December 1994 - May 1997
McGladrey & Pullen January 1994 - December 1994
Skills
Program Management, Team Leadership, Business Process..., Mortgage Lending, Team Building, Change Management, Project Management, Contract Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., PMP, New Business Development, New Program Development, Contract Management, Strategic Thinking, Risk Management, Finance, Banking, Management, SDLC
Education
Bethel University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Organizational Leadership
Loffler Companies December 2013 - Present
Cenveo January 2000 - March 2012
Prudential Financial 1996 - 1999
Fingerhut 1994 - 1995
Lend Lease Trucks, Inc, Minneapolis, MN. 1988 - 1994
Skills
Policy, Documentation, Operations Management, Supervisory Skills, Problem Solving, Audit Preparation /..., Cost Containment, Forecasting, Budget, Cross-functional Team..., Security Management, Contract Negotiation, Facility Safety, Facility Master Planning, Facility Relocation, Facility Closures, Employee Training, Employee Safety, Employee Management, Driver Training, Driver Safety, Budgets, Software Documentation, Cost Accounting, Workplace Safety, Management, Safety, Logistics Management, Facilities Operations, Facilities Management, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, SAP, Lean Manufacturing, Inventory Control, Digital Printing, Invoicing, Program Management, Road Safety, Team Leadership, Leadership, Offset Printing, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Training, Purchasing, Process Scheduler, Pre-press, Continuous Improvement
Education
Ferris State University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Consumer & Market Connectors LP June 2014 - Present
CIGNA January 2013 - December 2014
Jostens 2010 - 2012
Fingerhut 2008 - 2010
H&R Block 2007 - 2008
Anheuser Busch Inc- St Louis, MO 2004 - 2007
TXU Energy 2000 - 2004
Citibank Venezuela 1996 - 1998
Unilever Venezuela 1989 - 1996
Skills
Multicultural, Segmentation, Hispanic Marketing, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, P&L Management, Marketing Management, Advertising, Market Planning, Promotions, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Retail, Leadership, Marketing, Social Media, Sales Promotion, Multicultural Marketing, E-commerce
Education
Northeastern University - Graduate School of Business Administration 1998 — 2000
MBA, Marketing
Boston College
Bachelor, Marketing
Designs4Seasons LLC May 2014 - Present
Enesco (Department 56) May 2011 - April 2014
Enesco April 2009 - April 2011
Department 56 1998 - 2009
Fingerhut September 1987 - October 1997
Skills
Product Marketing, Brand Development, Brand Licensing, Brand Management, Product Development, Direct Marketing, Marketing, Strategy, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Trend Forecasting, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Sales, Product Launch, Creative Direction, Competitive Analysis, Sales Management, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Merchandising, Market Planning, Microsoft Excel, Team Building, P&L Management, Negotiation, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Pricing, Marketing Communications, PowerPoint, Problem Solving, PeopleSoft, Pricing Strategy, Art Direction, Program Development, Competitive Intelligence, Project Management, Program Management, Marketing Management, Contract Negotiation, Licensing, Creativity, Mentoring, Line Planning,, Inventory Analysis, Social Media Marketing
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College
(B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, Minor in Political Science
Georgetown University 2015 — 2015
Masters Certification in Social Media Management
St. Louis Park
High School Diploma, College Preparatory
Wells Fargo November 2000 - Present
Harvest Consulting Group, Inc. July 1999 - November 2000
Media Zone Marketing, Inc January 1998 - November 2000
DirecTV (U.S. Satellite Broadcasting) April 1994 - July 1999
Fingerhut March 1992 - March 1994
Skills
Disaster Recovery, Vendor Management, Quality Assurance, SDLC, Software Implementation, Risk Management, Project Management, Change Management, BMC Remedy, Problem Solving, 24x7 Production Support, Data Analysis, Unix Shell Scripting, Team Leadership, Committed to Customer..., Call Center, Application Support..., Troubleshooting, Report Development, Call Centers, Unix, Collaborative Problem..., Application Monitoring, Networking, Integration, IIS, Satellite, Building Business..., Process Improvement, Technical Leadership, Unix Operating Systems, Management, Distributed Team..., Service Level Management, Application Lifecycle..., System Migration, Analysis, Wire Transfers, Team Mentoring, Workflow Management, Executive Reporting, Performance Metrics, Website Development, IT Management, Data-driven Decision..., Product Management, Product Marketing, Leadership, CRM, Marketing Strategy
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Marketing and Innovation Management
Brown College
Associate of Applied Science Degree, Broadcasting
Totino-Grace High School
Diploma
TGW.com - The Golf Warehouse March 2014 - Present
Annie's November 2012 - January 2014
Team Express March 2010 - October 2012
Pavelka Direct November 2008 - August 2010
Oriental Trading Company 2001 - 2008
Damark International (DBA Provell) 1999 - 2000
Fingerhut 1988 - 1999
Skills
Email Marketing, Business Development, Multi-channel Marketing, E-commerce, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Direct Marketing, Marketing, CRM, SEO, Brand Management, Lead Generation, Strategic Planning, Leadership, SEM, Merchandising
Education
University of St. Thomas 1990 — 1996
MBA, Marketing
Bethel University 1984 — 1987
BS, Finance
United States Military Academy - West Point 1983 — 1984
Aramark March 2015 - Present
MDU Communications May 2006 - January 2015
Euromed April 2003 - May 2006
Fingerhut August 2001 - February 2003
Skills
Inventory Control, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Warehousing, Telecommunications, Team Leadership, Inventory Management, Call Centers, Operations Management, Sales, Shipping, Microsoft Excel, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office, Forklift Operator, Microsoft Word, Logistics Management, Outlook, Technical Support, Forklift Operation, Customer Retention, Air Freight, Ocean Freight, UPS Shipping, Great Plains Software, FedEx, International Shipping, Cycle Counting, Quality Assurance, Fixed Assets, Corridor, Coaching Baseball, NetSuite, Hazmat training, Hazardous Materials, RAS, APICS Member, CPIM, Oracle, Procurement
Education
Park West High School 1992 — 1996
Bergen Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
The Thomson Corporation May 2008 - Present
Fingerhut June 2007 - May 2008
ShopNBC October 2004 - June 2007
Target/Marshall Field's 1989 - 2003
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Executive Search, Networking, Organizational..., Leadership, Recruiting, Internet Recruiting, Management, Hiring, Sourcing, Information Technology, Talent Management, Applicant Tracking..., Screening, Onboarding, HRIS, Succession Planning, Finance, Temporary Placement, New Hire Orientations, Performance Management, HR Consulting, HR Policies, Training, College Recruiting, Benefits Negotiation, Employee Engagement, Contract Recruitment, Taleo, Workforce Planning, Time Management, Employee Benefits, Technical Recruiting, Interviews, Employee Relations, Employer Branding, Screening Resumes, Employee Training, PeopleSoft, Strategic Hiring, Internet, LinkedIn, Glassdoor
Education
Metropolitan State University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1981 — 1983
Associate of Arts (AA)
Spring Lake Park
High School
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.)
Midcontinent Communications June 2013 - Present
Midcontinent Communications October 2011 - June 2013
US Cable of Coastal Texas, LP August 2001 - October 2011
Charter Communications 1993 - 2001
Fingerhut 1990 - 1993
Skills
Telecommunications, Customer Satisfaction, Broadband, VoIP, Optical Fiber, IP, Fiber Optics, Troubleshooting, Wireless, Cisco Technologies, RF, Telephony, Computer Network..., DOCSIS, Networking, Customer Service
Education
Alexandria Technical College 1988 — 1990
AS, Law Enforcement
Alexandria Technical College
Bendt Photography June 1984 - Present
Fingerhut 1994 - 1997
Periscope 1993 - 1994
Peter Hogg Studio 1987 - 1990
Skills
Computer Networking, Custom Building, Networking, On Location, Photos, Photographers, Commercial Photography, Digital Photography, Studio Lighting, Studio Photography, Portraits, Still Life, Photography, Lightroom, Capture One, Editorial Photography, Lifestyle Photography, Fashion Photography, Food Photography, Photojournalism, Travel Photography, Landscape Photography, Commercial Product..., Black & White
Education
Brooks Institute of Photography 1986 — 1987
Photography
Caterpillar Inc. December 2011 - Present
Compellent Technologies April 2009 - May 2010
Dell Compellent April 2009 - May 2010
University of Minnesota Physicians May 2005 - December 2008
Metropolitan Health Plan January 2002 - May 2005
RCM Technologies 1996 - 2002
Fingerhut 1995 - 1996
Watson Wyatt 1994 - 1995
American Linen Supply Co. 1991 - 1994
Honeywell 1984 - 1991
Skills
DCL, DECnet, Alpha, DEC Alpha, VAX/VMS, RDB, VMS, Process Improvement, Cluster, Storage, Relational Databases, Operating Systems, Access, Disaster Recovery, Databases, VMware, Testing, SharePoint, System Administration, Integration, Networking, IBM iSeries, Storage Area Networks, Microsoft SQL Server, Unix, SQL, Software Documentation, Visio, Virtualization, Technical Support, Servers, Troubleshooting, Data Center
Education
Brown College 1983 — 1984
Computer Programming
Northwestern College 1976 — 1978
Ministries
Northwestern College 1976 — 1978
Bluestem Brands, Inc. July 2015 - Present
Bluestem Brands August 2013 - July 2015
Leonard, Street & Deinard June 2007 - August 2013
Gray Plant Mooty March 2002 - April 2007
ING DIRECT 2007 - 2007
Fingerhut 1993 - 2002
Skills
Legal Writing, Document Review, Legal Documents, Outlook, Paralegals, Legal Assistance, Criminal Law, Legal Compliance, Management, Legal Research, Customer Service, Corporate Law, Team Building, Team Leadership, Training, Leadership, Coaching, Corporate Governance
Education
St. Cloud State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice Studies
Alexandria Technical College 2012 — 2014
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Paralegal
Saint Cloud State University - G.R. Herberger College of Business 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
South East Technical College 1991 — 1993
Associates in Applied Science (A.A.S.) Degree, Legal Secretary Diploma
Digital River, Inc. March 2004 - Present
Target April 2002 - March 2004
Fingerhut 1995 - 2002
Skills
Digital Strategy, Online Advertising, E-commerce Optimization, Paid Search Strategy, Affiliate Marketing, Display Advertising, Cross Channel Marketing, Vendor Management, Financial Analysis, Catalog Marketing, Team Management, Agency Leadership, Interactive Marketing, E-commerce, Web Analytics, Multi-channel Marketing, Marketing Strategy, SEO, Email Marketing
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 1991 — 1995
BA Financial Economics
Carlson Rezidor Hotel Group June 2012 - Present
Capella University April 2007 - June 2012
UnitedHealth Group January 2007 - April 2007
US Bank February 2005 - November 2006
Carlson Marketing Group May 1998 - January 2005
Fingerhut 1995 - 1998
Skills
Database Marketing, Predictive Modeling, Segmentation, Analytics, Direct Marketing, SAS, Customer Analysis, Email Marketing, Predictive Analytics, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insight, Loyalty Marketing, Loyalty Programs, Omniture, Multi-channel Marketing, Customer Acquisition, Web Analytics, Data Mining, Marketing, Marketing Research, Business Analytics, CRM, Market Analysis, Brand Loyalty, Data Analysis, Statistical Modeling
Education
Capella University 2007 — 2012
MBA, Marketing
University of Minnesota-Morris 1991 — 1995
BS, Mathematics
Genuine Parts Company 2009 - Present
Staples 2003 - 2008
Kmart 1996 - 2003
Fingerhut 1992 - 1996
Target 1989 - 1992
Skills
Forecasting, Budgeting, Merchandising, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, Retail, Strategic Planning, Excel, PowerPoint, Business Analysis, Planning, Problem Solving, Microsoft Excel, Project Planning, Budgets, Project Management, Analysis, Program Management, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Business Development, Data Analysis, Management, Training, Competitive Analysis, Analytics, Sales, Finance, Marketing, Selling, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Operations, Business Process..., Strategic Financial..., Customer Satisfaction, Strategy
Education
Brigham Young University 1987 — 1989
MBA, Finance/Accounting
Fair Isaac-FICO April 2015 - Present
Network for Teaching Entrepreneurship (NFTE) August 2013 - Present
The Miami Foundation December 2011 - Present
Oak Tree Investments Holding LLC January 2005 - Present
Miami Dade College November 2013 - March 2015
Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce 2010 - 2015
Banesco USA July 2008 - August 2013
RG Crown Bank 2004 - 2008
Capital One 2001 - 2003
Fingerhut 1999 - 2001
Skills
Strategic Planning, Direct Mail, Segmentation, Credit, Direct Marketing, Business Management, Financial Analysis, Advertising, Product Management, New Business Development, Cost Accounting, New Markets, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Budgeting, Business Planning, Sales Management, Marketing Management, Strategy Development, Change Management, P&L Management, Management, Strategy, Marketing, Budgets, Banking, Product Diversification, Risk Management, Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Management Consulting, Marketing Communications, Finance, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, Public Relations, Executive Management, Project Management, E-commerce, Due Diligence, Analytics, Sales, Strategic Partnerships, Start-ups, Project Planning, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, International Business, Pricing
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1982 — 1984
MBA, Four academic majors in: Finance, Accounting, Operations, Industrial Relations
University of Puerto Rico 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics, Magna Cum Laude
UC Berkeley Haas School of Business 2013 — 2013
Executive Education: Information Technology & Innovation, Information Technology
Yale University - Yale School of Management 2012 — 2012
Corporate Governance Program, Corporate Governance
Duke University - Fuqua School of Business 1996 — 1996
Wachovia Executive Management Program, Senior Executive Management Program
The University of Chicago - Booth School of Business 2012 — 2012
Essentials of Management Certificate, Psychology of Management
Citicorp Executive Development Center 1981 — 1982
Treasury Management, Change Management
Target February 2013 - Present
Target August 2010 - February 2013
Target June 2008 - August 2010
Target July 2004 - June 2008
Thomson Reuters June 2003 - July 2004
Thomson Reuters March 2001 - June 2003
Fingerhut June 1999 - March 2001
Piper Jaffray June 1998 - August 1998
Skills
Analytics, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, E-commerce, Direct Marketing, Lead Generation, Personalization, P&L Management, Product Management, Segmentation, Management, Database Marketing, Marketing, Leadership, Multi-channel Marketing, Creative Direction, Web Analytics, Omniture, Online Marketing, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Customer Acquisition, Interactive Marketing
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2002 — 2004
MBA, Marketing
St. Olaf College 1995 — 1999
BA, Economics
Curtin University 1998 — 1998
Economics
Christopher & Banks Corporation April 1999 - Present
Fingerhut February 1996 - March 1999
Walmart February 1993 - October 1995
Venture Stores January 1984 - February 1993
Skills
Apparel, Textiles, Vendor Relations, Sourcing, Product Development, Negotiation, Merchandising, Fashion, Wovens, Pricing, Trend, Retail, Knitwear, Private Label
Education
Drake University 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Lake Forest Academy 1977 — 1979
E&E Co., Ltd. (dba JLA Home) August 2014 - Present
Carpenter Co. February 2014 - August 2014
SHEEX, Inc. April 2013 - February 2014
Bed Bath & Beyond October 2012 - April 2013
Bed Bath & Beyond September 2000 - June 2012
Gordmans 1998 - 2000
Venture Stores 1996 - 1998
Montgomery Ward 1993 - 1996
Fingerhut 1986 - 1993
Zayre 1983 - 1986
Skills
Textiles, Merchandising, Vendor Relations, Retail, Product Development, Purchasing, Sourcing, Forecasting, Buying, Inventory Management, Negotiation, P&L Management, Strategic Planning, Sales, Sales Management, Training, Fashion, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Retail Buying, Product Innovation, Management, Assortment, Supply Chain, Apparel, Private Label, Trend Analysis, Global Sourcing, Visual Merchandising, Pricing, Leadership, Store Management, Merchandise Planning, Profit, CPFR, Trend, Wholesale, Product Assortment..., Open to Buy Management, Multi-channel Retail, Inventory Control, JDA, Trend Forecasting, Fashion Buying, P&L, Sportswear, Wovens, Denim, Planograms, Brand Development
Education
Bentley University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor's Degree, Marketing/ Management
McKesson April 2015 - Present
A1 Quality Consulting 2002 - Present
Allina/TekSystems October 2014 - April 2015
State of Minnesota June 2013 - April 2014
Fairview Health Services 2009 - 2012
Hennepin County Medical Center November 2006 - November 2008
Independent Consultant October 2006 - December 2007
Fairview Health Services 2002 - 2006
Allianz February 2001 - December 2001
Fingerhut August 2000 - February 2001
Skills
Epic Systems, EHR, Software Documentation, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Leadership, Requirements Analysis, Healthcare Information..., Quality Assurance, Training, Project Management, Microsoft SQL Server, Hospitals, Healthcare, Visio, Documentation, Informatics, EMR, Access, SharePoint, Software Implementation, eLearning, Instructional Design, Testing, HIPAA
Education
University of Phoenix 2000 — 2002
Masters, Educational Technology
Bemidji State University
BS, Education, Spanish
Wells Fargo June 2013 - Present
Wells Fargo 2006 - June 2013
CitiFinancial 2002 - 2006
Metris Companies 2001 - 2002
Metris Companies 2000 - 2001
Target Financial Services 1997 - 2000
Fingerhut 1987 - 1997
Skills
New Hire Training, Call Center, Classroom Instruction, Curriculum Design, Onboarding, Customer Service, Hiring, Credit, Soft Skills, Needs Analysis, Management Development, Talent Development, Leadership Development, Trainers, Coaching, E-learning, Career Development, Staff Development, Mentoring, Credit Cards, Merchant Services, Distance Learning, Classroom Training, Call Centers, Process Improvement, Leadership, E-Learning, Management, Training, Human Resources
Education
Alexandria Technical College 1984 — 1985
Administrative Assistant
Arizona State University
BACommunication, GPA as of 2013 - 3.75
Bluestem Brands, Inc. March 2009 - Present
Room & Board December 2007 - January 2009
Room & Board May 2000 - December 2007
Target Corporation-AMC October 1997 - May 2000
Fingerhut January 1996 - October 1997
Fingerhut Corporation February 1992 - January 1996
Fingerhut Corporation October 1990 - February 1992
Cable Value Network-CVN January 1990 - January 1992
Skills
Retail, Advertising, Sales, Customer Service, Management, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Project Planning, Creative Direction, Global Sourcing, Process Improvement, Start-ups, Change Management, Time Management, Outlook, Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Vendor Management, Team Building, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Inventory Management, Apparel, Product Development, Visual Merchandising, Assortment, Forecasting, Fashion, Sourcing, E-commerce
Education
College of St. Benedict 1982 — 1986
BA, Fashion Merchandising, Interior Design and Business
University College Galway 1984 — 1984
BA, Irish Studies
AmeriMark Direct 2013 - Present
Dale G Fujimoto Direct 2011 - 2013
Collections Etc. 2010 - 2011
Team Express 2002 - 2009
Foster and Gallagher 1992 - 2001
Michigan Bulb Company 1986 - 2001
Fingerhut 1981 - 1986
Skills
Email Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, Catalog Marketing, Direct Marketing, E-commerce, Database Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Direct Mail, Web Analytics, Digital Marketing, Customer Acquisition, SEM, Strategy, Digital Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Start-ups, Advertising, Marketing, Brand Management, Marketing Management, Business Development, Analytics, P&L Management, Management, Creative Direction, Sales, Retail, Leadership, Merchandising, Lead Generation, Online Marketing, Entrepreneurship
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bethany Lutheran College
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel February 2013 - Present
Metropolitan State University 2003 - Present
U.S. Bank July 2012 - February 2013
Bluestem Brands (formerly Fingerhut) March 2009 - July 2012
AGA Medical November 2009 - January 2010
Jefferson Wells August 2007 - March 2009
Fingerhut 2009 - 2009
Carlson Marketing Worldwide 2005 - 2007
Carlson Marketing 2005 - 2007
Carlson Marketing Group 2005 - 2007
Skills
PCI DSS, Security, Privacy Law, Data Security, Risk Management, Information Security, Risk Assessment, Data Privacy, HIPAA, Governance, CISSP, Information Security..., Vendor Management, Program Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Enterprise Risk..., Business Analysis, Process Improvement, COBIT, Payment Industry
Education
William Mitchell College of Law 1990 — 1994
JD, Corporation Law
Gustavus Adolphus College 1970 — 1974
BA, History/Education
Clean Water Action April 1999 - February 2014
Clean Water Action September 1997 - April 1999
Fingerhut May 1996 - August 1997
Michael W. Kirros, CPA August 1988 - May 1996
Skills
Nonprofits, Team Building, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Community Organizing
Education
Humphreys College 1978 — 1979
Accounting
California State University-Stanislaus 1970 — 1975
Bachelor's Degree, Mathematics
US Bank January 2009 - Present
US Bank August 2004 - January 2009
LexisNexis 1998 - 2004
US Bank February 1996 - September 1998
Fingerhut July 1986 - February 1996
Skills
Credit Risk, Credit, Banking, Risk Management, Portfolio Management, Financial Risk, Credit Cards, Analytics, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Financial Services, Loans, SAS, Underwriting, Credit Analysis
Education
Carleton College 1982 — 1986
B.A., Economics
Boston Scientific April 2015 - Present
Boston Scientific May 2014 - April 2015
Boston Scientific July 2010 - May 2014
Boston Scientific August 2006 - July 2010
NatureRich, Inc. 2004 - 2006
The Musicland Group May 2001 - November 2004
Fingerhut 1997 - 2001
Montgomery Ward Direct 1997 - 1997
Skills
Inventory Management, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Process Improvement, Merchandising, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Product Development, Demand Planning, Team Building, Project Management, Sourcing, Toastmasters, SAP, MRP, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Six Sigma
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Project Management
Metropolitan State University 2001 — 2006
B.S. in Finance, Finance
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1990 — 1994
AA Degree, Generals
Best Buy 2008 - 2014
Best Buy 2008 - 2008
Best Buy 2007 - 2008
Best Buy 2004 - 2007
Best Buy 2002 - 2004
Fingerhut 2001 - 2002
Skills
Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Competitive Analysis, Pricing, Markdown Analysis, Demand Planning, Cross-functional..., SOP Development, Business Process Design, Forecasting, Change Management, Communication, Price Optimization, Retail, Merchandising, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Profit, Replenishment, Allocation, Data Analysis, Pricing Analysis, Cross-functional..., Procurement, Logistics, Interpersonal Skills, Project Management, Supply Chain...
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College
BA, Organizational Management
Test Automation Frameworks Inc. September 2009 - Present
Rels March 2009 - September 2009
Project Consulting Group 2007 - 2009
Ecolab August 2008 - December 2008
Fingerhut June 2008 - August 2008
Apogee August 2007 - June 2008
Thomson Reuters January 2008 - March 2008
Park Nicollet Health Services July 2007 - August 2007
Prime Therapeutics August 2004 - August 2007
Starkey Labs June 2004 - July 2004
Education
Academy College 2001 — 2007
None, Computer Science
Augsburg College 1999 — 2000
None, Business Administration
NEI College of Technology 1997 — 1998
None, Management Information Systems
Normandale Community College 1996 — 1997
None, General Education
University of Maryland Asian Division 1994 — 1995
None, General Education
United States Naval Intelligence Training 1993 — 1993
None, Computers and communications
Naval Intelligence Training 1992 — 1993
None, Communications and computer technology
Encore Capital Group March 2013 - Present
Encore Capital Group 2007 - 2013
Encore Capital Group 2005 - 2007
CompuCredit / Jefferson Capital 2002 - 2005
CompuCredit / Jefferson Capital 2002 - 2005
Fingerhut 1986 - 2002
Skills
Management, Expense Management, Cross-functional Team..., Business Process..., Program Management, Leadership, Call Centers, Strategy, Project Management, Forecasting, Integration, Analysis, Software Documentation, Start-ups, Budgets, Vendor Management, Coaching, Team Building
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul
Organizational Management and Leadership
the Scientist and his Mad Wife March 2015 - Present
Living Voice Audio April 2011 - Present
Plains Story Share August 2010 - Present
Harvest Moon Coop August 2011 - June 2012
Rainbow Optics April 2008 - February 2011
Symantec November 2006 - April 2008
Hirons Pharmacy March 2005 - November 2006
Metropol Bakery September 2004 - January 2005
Dungavarin, Inc March 2002 - September 2004
Fingerhut January 2002 - February 2002
Skills
Organization, Editing, Journalism, Microsoft Office, Writing, Customer Service
Education
St. Cloud State University 2001 — 2010
Bachelor of Elective Studies, English, Film, Psychology
University of Oregon 2006 — 2007
N/A, English
Lane Community College 2005 — 2005
N/A, English
Black Hills State University 1999 — 2000
N/A, English
HealthPartners 2002 - Present
Fingerhut 1999 - April 2002
Fingerhut 1992 - 1999
Fingerhut 1990 - 1992
Skills
Healthcare, Project Management, Healthcare Management, Customer Service, Healthcare Information..., Software Documentation, Process Improvement, Training, Photos, Hospitals, Outlook, Management, Budgets, Leadership, HIPAA, Coaching, Microsoft Office, Access, Data Analysis
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA, Journalism: Advertising Graphics
Hennepin Technical College
Commercial Photography
TC's Vegetation Management January 2012 - Present
Dell July 2011 - March 2012
Dell March 2010 - July 2011
Dell August 2007 - March 2010
Dell 2006 - 2007
Dell 2002 - 2006
Dell 2000 - 2001
Fingerhut 1994 - 2000
Skills
Forecasting, Process Improvement, Disaster Recovery, Visio, Management, Leadership, Call Centers, Training, Call Center, Customer Experience, Analysis, Business Process..., Six Sigma, Access
Education
American Sentinel University 2005 — 2007
MBA, MBA with emphasis in Strategic Planning
American Sentinel University, Denver 2002 — 2005
BS, Computer Science
East Tennessee State University 1987 — 1991
BS, Mathematics w/ Mgmt minor
Digi-Key Corporation November 2011 - Present
Digi-Key Corporation March 2010 - November 2011
Healthland July 2005 - April 2010
Canopy Games 2003 - 2005
Canopy Games 2002 - 2003
Canopy Games 2001 - 2002
Fingerhut 1998 - February 2001
Trilobyte March 1997 - January 1998
California Rural Indian Health Board 1996 - 1997
Kragie Newell 1996 - 1997
Skills
C#, Agile Methodologies, SQL, Java, HTML, C++, Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Development, JIRA, Programming, Web Development, Eclipse, Python, JavaScript, Software Design, Oracle, C, XML, JSP, JUnit, Agile, Confluence, DB2, Tomcat, Architecture, Spring, .NET, AJAX, Maven, Team Leadership, WCF, Software Engineering, Web Services, NetBeans, MySQL, NUnit, SQL Server, Servlets, Ant, J2EE, Subversion, JDBC, CSS, Sitecore, SOA
Education
Drake University 1992 — 1996
BS, Physics, Mathematics, Computer Science
Target June 2015 - Present
Target September 2011 - June 2015
Target August 2004 - September 2011
Target 2001 - July 2004
Top Notch Consulting, Inc 1994 - 2004
Wells Fargo 2000 - 2001
Target 1996 - 2000
Fingerhut 1994 - 1996
Carlson Marketing Group 1991 - 1994
Fingerhut 1986 - 1991
Skills
SAP, Integration, Business Analysis, Data Warehousing, Vendor Management, Business Intelligence, Process Improvement, Business Process, IT Strategy, Requirements Analysis, SDLC, Requirements Gathering, Project Portfolio..., ERP, Enterprise Architecture, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Alexandria Technical College 1984 — 1986
Computer Programming
Heraeus Medical, Inc. July 2012 - Present
Molex 2003 - July 2012
Saint Paul Public Schools 2001 - 2003
Fingerhut 1997 - 2000
Skills
Sales, Lean Manufacturing, Marketing, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Recruiting, Leadership, Manufacturing, SAP, Customer Satisfaction, Program Management, Strategy
Education
Argosy University Twin Cities 2007 — 2014
D.B.A., Marketing
University of Saint Thomas - School of Business 2000 — 2002
M.B.A, Marketing
Augsburg College 1995 — 1997
B.A., Marketing, Management, Economics
Central Lakes College-Brainerd 1992 — 1994
A.A.
Target October 2012 - Present
Ambient Consulting June 2008 - October 2012
Wells Fargo November 2006 - June 2008
Wells Fargo October 2001 - June 2008
Steffens Group February 2000 - October 2001
Norwest Mortgage Bank, Inc. January 1998 - January 2000
Norwest Mortgage Bank, Inc. January 1995 - January 1998
Norwest Mortgage Bank, Inc. January 1993 - January 1995
Best Buy January 1990 - January 1993
Fingerhut 1986 - 1989
Skills
Process Improvement, Visio, Project Coordination, Project Portfolio..., Training, SharePoint, Project Management, Requirements Analysis, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, Software Documentation, SDLC, Agile Project Management, Change Management, Project Planning, Agile Methodologies, Business Process, PMO, Resource Management, Analysis, Leadership, SAP, Testing, Management, Quality Assurance
Education
Alexandria Technical College 1983 — 1985
Associate, Computer
Fidelity National Information Services January 1999 - Present
Fingerhut 1994 - 1999
Skills
PMO, Business Process...
Education
Bemidji State University 1992 — 1994
Cargill January 2002 - Present
Metris Companies 1998 - 2001
Fingerhut 1992 - 1998
Fairview Hospital and Healthcare Services 1982 - 1990
Skills
Risk Management, Insurance, Claims Management, Underwriting, Financial Risk, Workers Compensation, Claim, Liability, Financial Services, Financial Reporting, Reinsurance, Finance, Enterprise Risk..., Property & Casualty...
Education
Augustana College (SD)
Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Business/Management
Univesity of St. Thomas, St Paul, MN
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance and Financial Management Services, Masters
Lund Boats November 2010 - Present
Renewal by Andersen June 2002 - November 2010
Fingerhut 1995 - 2002
Skills
Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Marketing Management, Database Marketing, Online Advertising, Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, B2B, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Market Planning, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, E-commerce, Advertising, CRM, Lead Generation, B2B Marketing, Media Planning, Marketing Communications, Relationship Marketing, Trade Shows, Marketing Research, Web Analytics, Marketing, SEO, Brand Development, Online Marketing
Education
Calvin College 1990 — 1994
Bachelors, Economics
Capella Education Company January 2009 - Present
DRIASI December 2006 - August 2008
Ameriprise Financial April 2004 - December 2006
Techwise Group March 1999 - April 2004
Fingerhut January 1998 - March 1999
UnitedHealth Group October 1994 - January 1998
Questar March 1993 - October 1994
Skills
PMP, Software Development, Management, Project Management, SDLC, Vendor Management, PMO, Business Analysis, Leadership, Information Technology, Data Warehousing, Project Portfolio..., Software Project..., SharePoint
Education
Capella University 2009 — 2012
Master of Science (MS)
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1987 — 1992
BA
Antilles Marketing Inc 2005 - 2011
YellowPages.com 2007 - 2008
Dex One 2005 - 2007
Antilles Marketing Inc. 2000 - 2005
Time Warner Cable (Minnesota) 1992 - 2000
Target 1982 - 1988
Fingerhut 1972 - 1982
Skills
Public Speaking, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Marketing, New Business Development, Account Management, Sales, Leadership, Selling, Advertising, Training, Direct Sales, SEO, Business Strategy, Retail, Negotiation, SEM, Cold Calling, B2B, Budgets, Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Salesforce.com, Business Development
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Cardinal Stritch University
MBA, Marketing, 3.8
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
B.A., Urban Studies
Ecolab 2012 - Present
deZinnia, inc. 2004 - 2011
Hampshire College 1998 - 2004
Organization for Security and Co-operation in Europe (OSCE) 1996 - 1998
Royal Melbourne Institute of Technology 1994 - 1995
Japanese Council of Local Authorities for International Relations 1993 - 1994
Deluxe Corporation 1991 - 1993
Fingerhut 1988 - 1991
Skills
Training, Project Management, Program Management, Budgets, Proposal Writing, Marketing, Forecasting, Business Planning, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Human Resources, Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, B2B
Education
College of Saint Benedict
BA, mathematics and management
Saint John's University
BA, mathematics
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
MA, foreign policy and economics
AKE Companies, LLC (dba AKE Safety Equipment) January 2010 - December 2014
Deluxe Corporation September 2001 - January 2003
Junonia Ltd. October 1998 - October 2000
Fingerhut October 1996 - October 1998
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Brand Management, Marketing, Customer Insight, B2B, B2B Marketing, Marketing Management, Sales Operations, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, Marketing Research, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Team Building, Online Advertising, New Business Development, Strategy, Sales Management, Advertising, Leadership, Direct Marketing, Business Development
Education
Capella University
MBA, E-Business
Concordia College
BA, Marketing, Creativity
Portfolio Recovery Associates, Inc. May 2010 - Present
Target Financial Services November 2008 - May 2010
Target Financial Services 2007 - November 2008
Target Financial Services 2006 - 2007
Target Financial Services 2005 - 2006
Target Financial Services 2004 - 2005
CompuCredit 2001 - 2004
Fingerhut 1996 - 1998
Skills
Credit Cards, Loans, Customer Service, Credit, Portfolio Management, CRM, Leadership, Analytics, Management
Education
Augsburg College
Economics/Business Administration
St. Cloud State University
G & J Awning and Canvas, Inc June 1995 - Present
Stearns Inc. January 1993 - March 1995
Fingerhut September 1992 - January 1993
United Van Lines June 1991 - August 1992
Skills
Customer Service, Trade Shows, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Sales, Microsoft Word, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Budgets, Purchasing, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 2007 — 2009
BA, Innovation & Marketing Managment
St. Cloud State University 1993 — 1995
Criminology
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1989 — 1992
AA
Banner Engineering May 2002 - Present
Fingerhut May 1981 - October 1999
Skills
Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Layout, Catalogs, PowerPoint, Brochures, Newsletters, OS X, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Graphics, Logo Design, Email Marketing, Visual Arts
Education
Metropolitan State University 2004 — 2006
BA, The Arts
Hennepin Technical College 2000 — 2002
Diploma, Electronic Publishing
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 1972 — 1976
Theatre and German
MoneyGram International April 2002 - Present
Fingerhut June 1996 - April 2002
Hartford Life November 1987 - June 1996
TCF Bank October 1985 - November 1987
Multifoods August 1984 - October 1985
Skills
Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, Visio, Financial Services, SDLC, Agile Methodologies, Integration, Process Improvement, Business Requirements, Software Project..., Vendor Management, Requirements Gathering, Business Process..., Cross-functional Team...
Education
Alexandria Technical College 1982 — 1984
Computer Programming and Data Processing
MnSCU March 2012 - Present
Creative Memories April 2002 - March 2012
Fingerhut 1977 - 2002
Skills
SharePoint, Visio, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Project Management, Software Documentation, Training, Requirements Gathering
Education
Auburn University, College of Business
Masters Certificate in Business Analysis
st cloud technical & community college
Auburn University, College of Business
Certificate in Business Process Management
Merrill Corporation March 1997 - Present
Fingerhut July 1985 - March 1997
Skills
Process Improvement, Account Management, Digital Printing, Warehousing, Customer Service, Inventory Management, New Business Development, Operations Management, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Cross-functional Team..., Logistics, Team Leadership
Education
Bemidji State University 1980 — 1984
BA, Criminal Justice
Schaper Consulting, Inc. June 1999 - Present
Getty Images - PhotoDisc June 1998 - May 1999
Fingerhut September 1992 - May 1998
Education
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business 1990 — 1992
MBA, Marketing
Augustana University (SD) 1986 — 1990
BA, Business Administration, Communications, Economics
State of Minnesota May 2010 - Present
National Marrow Donor Program October 2008 - May 2009
Blue Cross Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota October 2006 - December 2007
3M January 2005 - July 2006
Prime Therapeutics May 2001 - June 2003
Fingerhut July 1994 - May 2001
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota September 1989 - July 1994
Skills
Project Management, Business Analysis, PMP, Leadership, E-commerce, Team Building, SDLC, Visio, Program Management, Process Improvement, Project Portfolio..., Requirements Analysis, PMO, SharePoint, Requirements Gathering, Vendor Management, Software Project..., Agile Methodologies, Business Intelligence, Cross-functional Team..., IT Strategy, Change Management, Business Process, MS Project, IT Management, Business Process..., Integration, Enterprise Architecture, Business Requirements
Education
Augsburg College 1995 — 2002
BA, Business Administration Major, MIS Minor
University of St. Thomas
Project Manager Certificate
Century College
AA, General Liberal Arts
Alexandria Technical College
Diploma, Computer Programming
St. Meyer & Hubbard January 2009 - Present
Independent October 2003 - Present
To Your Dreams! August 2000 - July 2015
Us TOO International November 2004 - December 2010
Fingerhut August 1986 - August 1995
Skills
Leadership, Project Management, Program Management, Change Management, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Coaching, Team Building, Training, Management, Business Development, Leadership Development, Business Process..., Strategy, Report Writing, Writing, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Speech Writing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1990 — 1995
Business
University of Oxford 1986 — 1986
International Business
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1984 — 1986
International Business
Concordia College 1982 — 1984
Spanish International Business
EVINE Live Inc. August 2013 - Present
Creative Apparel Concepts, inc August 2012 - August 2013
Christopher & Banks February 2011 - September 2012
Evolution Product Development June 2003 - February 2011
Target Corporation August 1996 - January 1999
Garment Graphics August 1994 - August 1996
Fingerhut September 1990 - August 1994
Skills
Apparel, Textiles, Quality Assurance, Wovens, Manufacturing, Quality Control, Cross-functional Team..., Fit, Six Sigma, Testing, Knitwear, Technical Design, Training
Education
North Carolina State University
Short Course Certificate, Textile Dyeing and Finishing
University of Wisconsin-Stout 1986 — 1990
BS, Apparel Textile Design
Cornell University
Geo-textile Research
6 Sigma US
Yellow Belt Certification
HMS Host August 2001 - August 2008
Fingerhut June 1999 - November 2000
Skills
Inventory Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Logistics, Warehousing, Shipping, Inventory Control, Receiving, Logistics Management, Warehouse Management
Education
Brown College 1998 — 1999
Certificate, Computer Programming
Hopkins Lindbergh Senior High School
High School Diploma, General
Wood Interiors & Design 2009 - Present
Moulding and Millwork 2007 - 2008
Northome Millwork/NMI Products, Inc. 1995 - 2007
Fingerhut 1993 - 1995
Rosemount Areospace 1991 - 1993
Scottland Companies 1987 - 1989
Skills
Manufacturing, Marketing, Wood, Management, Leadership, Building Materials, Millwork, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Construction, New Business Development, Sales, Doors, Product Development, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Purchasing, Business Strategy, Inventory Management, Income Statement
Education
Arizona State University, W. P. Carey School of Business 1982 — 1985
B.S., Finance
K-Rex Advertising Art and Illustration 1995 - 2007
Boise Cascade Office Products 1989 - 1995
Seirei Women's Junior College 1987 - 1989
Fingerhut 1980 - 1986
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Photoshop
Education
Harper College 2014 — 2015
Licensed Massage Therapist 2015, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage, A
St. Cloud State University
Bachelor’s Degree, Computer Science, Graduated with Honors
Casery, LLC January 2014 - Present
Mayer Lutheran High School August 2010 - August 2015
The Hanley Group September 2009 - March 2011
United Healthcare 2005 - 2007
Fingerhut 2000 - 2001
Skills
Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Teaching, Team Building, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Coaching, Networking, Management, Research, Leadership, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Recruiting, Training, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Staff Development, Nonprofits, Marketing, Leadership Development, Time Management, Event Planning, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Organizational..., Budgets, Event Management, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Volunteer Management, Entrepreneurship, Program Management, Educational Technology, Public Relations, Analysis
Education
Crown College 2012 — 2014
Psychology and Counseling, Psychology
Normandale Community College 2008 — 2012
AA in Liberal Arts, General Education
Nova Restaurant Group August 2004 - Present
Linder's Flower Mart 2004 - 2005
Advantek October 1995 - July 2003
Lyman Lumber Company September 1988 - August 1995
ITT Life Insurance 1983 - 1986
Minnetonka School District 276 1981 - 1982
Fingerhut 1973 - 1981
Skills
Benefits, Payroll, Insurance, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Onboarding, Customer Relations, Employee Relations, New Hire Orientation, ADP, Payroll Processing, HR Policies, Orientation, Employee Benefits, New Hire Orientations, Coaching, ADP Payroll, Customer Service, Human Resources, Hiring, Deferred Compensation, Recruiting, Event Management, Management, Time Management, Personnel Management, Performance Management, Program Management, Leadership, Organizational..., Team Building, Talent Management, Training, Sales, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Talent Acquisition, Leadership Development, Budgets
Education
Hennepin Technical College
Psychology of Human Relations
Hopkins Eisenhower High School
Diploma, Business Law, Bookkeeping, French, Art
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
HR related continuing education units
Sempris, LLC January 2012 - Present
Fingerhut 1986 - 1999
Skills
Web Content, Copywriting, Advertising, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College
B.A., English
Archway Marketing Services April 2014 - Present
Bluestem Brands June 2003 - April 2014
ING Bank Direct January 2003 - June 2003
Fingerhut 1991 - 2002
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Team Building, Microsoft Excel, Performance Measurement, Time Study, Training, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Inventory Management, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Quality Assurance, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Management
Education
Bethel University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Organizational Leadership
St Cloud Technical and Community College 1998 — 2002
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Supervisory Management
Best Buy July 2007 - April 2011
Best Buy April 2002 - July 2007
Fingerhut July 2001 - February 2002
Skills
Retail, Merchandising
Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Science, Retail Merchandising and Management, Concentration in Buying and Business
American InterContinental University
International Buying, Sociology of Dress and Adornment, History of British Museum
Modern Design Custom Cabinets February 2011 - Present
Modern Design Custom Cabinetry March 2003 - Present
Fingerhut July 1990 - April 2002
Education
Crown College 2009 — 2012
B.S. Business Administration, Business
Hennepin Technical College 2002 — 2004
Associates Degree, Cabinet Making
Brown College 1983 — 1985
Associates, Electronics
NE MN Office of Job Training June 2002 - Present
Fingerhut 1998 - 2002
Fingerhut 1994 - 1998
Skills
Curriculum Development, Career Assessment, Instructor-led Training, Computer Software..., Job Coaching, Creativity, Flexibility, Career Counseling, General Education..., Career Education, Microsoft Office, Case Managment, Microsoft Publisher, Resume Writing, Coaching, Training, Interviews, Career Development, Job Search Strategies, Mock Interviews, Leadership, Job Search
Education
Bemidji State University
Bachelor of Science, English and Speech Theatre, Secondary Education
The College of St. Scholastica
Graudate Coursework in Business Management
Delta Air Lines June 2005 - Present
BlueCross BlueShield of MN May 2001 - June 2005
Fingerhut February 1998 - April 2001
SUPERVALU June 1996 - February 1998
Fingerhut December 1995 - May 1996
Carlson Marketing June 1995 - November 1995
BlueCross BlueShield of MN March 1990 - May 1995
Northwest Airlines November 1988 - February 1990
EDS Group January 1985 - October 1988
Skills
SOA, SQL, DB2, Java, Oracle, SDLC, Agile Methodologies, Web Services, XML, Enterprise Architecture, Perl, COBOL, Requirements Analysis, Java Enterprise Edition, Spring, Unix, Visio, Software Development, Hibernate, JSP, UML, Database Design, Data Warehousing, Websphere, Databases, .NET
Education
University of St. Thomas 2003 — 2003
Mini Masters of Information Technology, Computer Science
Dakota County Technical College 2001 — 2002
Java Enterprise Developer Program, Computer Science
Iowa State University 1980 — 1984
BBA - Management Information Systems, Business, Computer Science
US Army September 2007 - Present
US Army August 2005 - August 2007
US Army June 2004 - August 2005
Capella University March 2003 - June 2004
Fingerhut June 1997 - June 2002
Skills
Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Employee Engagement, Employee Management, Employee Relations, Team Building, Business Process..., Organizational..., Business Ethics, Training & Development, Multitasker, Fairness
Education
Capella University 2011 — 2012
MBA, Human Resource Management
Colorado Technical University 2006 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Livonia Township March 2006 - Present
Sherburne County September 2005 - March 2006
Livonia Township May 2003 - September 2005
Fingerhut February 1997 - April 2002
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College
Accounting
St. Cloud State University
Business
Coldspring August 2005 - Present
Knife River Corporation April 2000 - August 2005
Fingerhut 1980 - December 1999
Skills
Construction Safety, Contract Management, Construction Management, Safety Management..., Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Leadership Development, Negotiation, Logistics, Inventory Management, Contract Negotiation, Inspection, Training
Education
Central Lakes College-Brainerd 1996 — 1999
Apollo High School
Self-employed August 1998 - Present
Merry Moose Childcare and Preschool August 1998 - Present
Fingerhut October 1992 - July 1998
Skills
Early Childhood..., Curriculum Design, Lesson Planning, Child Development, Curriculum Development, Special Education, Literacy
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2011 — 2013
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Child Development
St Cloud State Universty
Self Employed Barber April 2011 - Present
Amerigroup November 2008 - March 2009
Ashley Furniture Industries October 2005 - July 2008
Kane's Furniture April 2003 - October 2005
Fingerhut January 1998 - February 2001
Skills
11 years direct..., Computer skills:..., Cash Register and Money..., Bilingual: Spanish and..., 4 month experience with..., 35 WPM
Education
Shear Excellence International Hair Academy 2010 — 2011
Restricted Barber, Barbering/Barber
Chamberlain High School 1993 — 1996
High School Diploma, Mathematics and Computer Science