Frank's Nursery & Crafts
Industry: Retail company
DescriptionFrank's Nursery & Crafts was a United States retailer devoted to the sale of lawn and garden products. It operated a chain of stores, with 170 outlets across 14 states. It specialized in products such as shrubs, trees, accent plants, flowers, and lawn furniture. Ceased operations: 2004 Headquarters: Troy, MI Founded: 1957 Fate: Bankruptcy Parent organization: General Host
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BFDS Midwest March 2013 - May 2015
DST Systems September 2007 - March 2013
The Pampered Chef 2012 - 2013
Franks Nursery & Crafts May 1993 - May 1995
Skills
COBOL, JCL, DB2, Mainframe, SDLC, Fileaid, VSAM, CICS, TSO, User Acceptance Testing, Business Requirements, Process Improvement, SQL, Requirements Gathering, Systems Analysis, Testing, Easytrieve, Requirements Analysis, Xpediter, Visio, IBM Mainframe, Software Documentation, Databases, Mutual Fund Account..., Financial Services, Media Planning, Media Production, Regulatory Filings, Disaster Recovery, Lotus Notes, Training
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1993 — 1995
Teaching Certificate, Elementary Education and Teaching
University of Toledo 1985 — 1988
Bachelors degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Allied Construction -Enegy Efficiency Experts June 2014 - Present
Office Depot December 2005 - June 2014
Space Savers, LLC February 2005 - February 2006
Metro Public Adjustment, Inc. May 2004 - February 2006
Toyota May 2004 - January 2006
Best Buy June 2002 - April 2004
Lowe's Home Improvement December 1999 - June 2002
The Home Depot October 1989 - December 1999
Frank's Nursery & Crafts October 1985 - October 1989
Skills
Merchandising, Key Performance..., Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Outlook, Microsoft One Note, Microsoft Access, Windows, Android, Internet, Research, HTML, Photoshop, Budgets, Digital Photography, Operational Excellence, Forklift Operator, Bookkeeping, Consultants, E-Learning, Employee Benefits, Environmental Awareness, Graphics, HR Policies, Hardware, Interviews, Internal Audit, Project Management, Social Media, Network Security, Organization, Renovation, Strategic Planning, Sports, Vendor Management, Valuation, Customer Service, Sales, Retail, Time Management, Store Management, Hiring, Profit, Shrinkage, Big Box
Education
Adelphi University 1990 — 1991
Attended, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Nassau Community College 1987 — 1989
Associate's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Staples September 2007 - Present
Smartbargains 2004 - 2007
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 2002 - 2003
Syratech 1998 - 2002
Caldor Corporation 1996 - 1998
Caldor Corporation 1991 - 1996
Bradlees 1985 - 1991
Skills
Product Development, Retail, Merchandising, Marketing, E-commerce, Forecasting, Management, Brand Management, Trend Analysis, Strategic Planning, Global Sourcing, Sales Management, Sales, Consumer Products, Inventory Management, Pricing
Education
Dartmouth College 1978 — 1981
BA
Milton Academy
Diploma
Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc. December 2014 - July 2015
Jared's Nursery Gift & Garden Center February 2014 - August 2014
CarePatrol Senior Placement and Referrals November 2012 - March 2014
Paul Ecke Ranch September 2008 - May 2012
Simple Pleasures Perennials & Flower Bulbs May 2005 - August 2008
Norwood Plastic Printers December 2003 - May 2005
Simple Pleasures Perennials & Flower Bulbs April 2002 - December 2003
MasterTag March 1992 - April 2002
Frank's Nursery & Crafts February 1986 - March 1992
Wilmore Garden Center February 1978 - February 1986
Skills
Regional Sales, Sales Management, Account Management, Consultative Sales, Complex Sales, Persuasive Presentations, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Team Building, Horticulture, Trade Shows, Business Travel, Computer Proficiency, Factory, Brand Development, Nursery, Agriculture, Irrigation, Agribusiness, Merchandising, Sales, Gardening, Perennials, Purchasing, New Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Landscape Design, Garden, Customer Service, Retail, Inventory Management, Public Relations, Leadership, Greenhouse, International Business, Sales Operations, Agronomy, Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Negotiation, Key Account Development, Crop Protection, Pricing, Landscape Maintenance, Pest Control, Landscaping, Wholesale
Education
Purdue University 1971 — 1975
BS, Horticulture Economics
East Brunswick NJ High School
Right Management 2002 - Present
DelTech College 2005 - Present
Neumann University 2006 - Present
Alpha Shirt Company 1996 - 2001
Schostak Brothers and Company 1995 - 1996
The Hay Group 1988 - 1994
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1984 - 1988
Skills
Analyzing, Planning, Persuading, Problem-solving, Teaching, Coaching, Leading, Developing, Innovating, Coaching, Strategy, Executive Coaching, Teaching, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Employee Relations, Career Counseling, Change Management, Microsoft Office, Management, Career Management, Budgets, Human Resources, Training, Negotiation, Research, Entrepreneurship, Team Building, Personnel Management, Staff Development, Project Planning, Organizational..., Policy, Analysis, Problem Solving, Customer Service, Deferred Compensation, Leadership Development, Mentoring, Project Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Workshop Facilitation, MBTI, Recruiting
Education
M.Ed, Boston University
M.Ed., Counseling Psychology
B.A., Michigan State University
B.A., Psychology
Hairline I & Nailcrafters March 2000 - Present
Scruples Professional Salon Products 2012 - 2013
The Home Depot January 1999 - November 2002
Franks Nursery & Crafts March 1992 - December 1999
Skills
Horticulture, Hair Colorist, Hair Cutting, Cosmetology, Public Speaking, Salons, Coaching, Hair Care
Education
Cincinnati State Technical and Community College 1986 — 1988
Associate, Sales Marketing/Business Management
Finneytown High School 1982 — 1986
PERRY proTECH August 2011 - Present
Aktion Associates, Inc. January 2006 - August 2011
Kronos 2004 - 2005
OPN Systems, Inc. 1999 - 2004
Corporate Software Solutions 1996 - 1999
Ecolab 1995 - 1996
ExtendaCare Medical Equipment 1991 - 1995
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1988 - 1991
Skills
Account Management, New Business Development, Lead Generation, Integration, Software Implementation, Solution Selling, Project Management, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Process Improvement, Sales Operations, Marketing, Sales Process, Sales Management, Business Process..., Management, Leadership, CRM, Business Development
Education
University of Florida 1986 — 1988
Wabash College 1981 — 1985
Flowers by Jennie Lynne 1994 - Present
Bible Fellowship Church, Yardley Pa 2008 - 2011
Franks Nursery & Crafts 1992 - 1997
The College of New Jersey July 1989 - August 1991
Skills
Event Planning, Customer Service, Floral Design, Event Management, Weddings, Gifts, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Flowers, Trade Shows, Fundraising, Parties, Team Building, Nonprofits, Retail, Advertising, Time Management, Small Business, Sales, Public Relations, Management, Corporate Events, Wedding Planning, Holidays, Anniversaries, Bouquets, Bridal Showers
Education
The College of New Jersey 1988 — 1992
BA with Honors, Art Education, Magna Cum Laude
Shawnee High School 1984 — 1988
Art Major, Honors
The Oakland Press 2015 - Present
Stacy Shaeffer Photography February 2009 - Present
Besst Electric, Inc. & Besst Homes, LLC January 2004 - December 2013
Procter & Gamble December 2005 - August 2006
Frank's Nursery & Crafts July 2000 - March 2002
Skills
Photography, Portraits, Babies, Photoshop, Customer Service, Editing, Advertising, Event Management, Social Media, Event Planning, Small Business, Portrait Photography, Digital Photography, Commercial Photography, Image Editing, Headshots, Executive Headshots, Blogging, Lightroom 4, Conceptual Photography, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Google Analytics, Event Photography, Street Teams, Business Analytics, Inventory Management, Budgeting, Weddings, Copywriting, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Problem Solving, Volunteer Management, Budgets, Managing Project Budgets, Management, Team Management, Time Management, Financial Accounting, Wedding Photography, Sports Photography, Landscape Photography, Architectural..., Lightroom, Travel Photography, Photos, Photojournalism, Mac
Education
Grand Valley State University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Health Science
Wild Fire Harley Davidson September 2013 - Present
Harbor Freight Tools March 2012 - September 2013
Big Lots December 2005 - September 2011
Event Network, Inc. 2005 - 2005
Frank's Nursery & Crafts September 1997 - December 2004
Skills
Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Store Management, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Store Operations, Profit, Shrinkage, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Big Box, Driving Results, Planograms, Operations Management, Cashiering, CPFR, Hiring, Time Management, POS, Forecasting, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Merchandise Planning, Team Leadership, New Store Openings, P, Microsoft Word, Recruiting, Income Statement, Team Building, Associate Development, Multi-unit, Performance Management, New Store Development, Management, Retail, P&L Management, Customer Experience, Distribution Center..., People Development, Process Scheduler, Multi-Unit Management, Employee Training, Accountability, Inventory, Expense Management, Leadership, Business Operations
Education
South Suburban College 1999 — 2001
Criminal Justice/Police Science
IRI Consultants to Management July 2005 - Present
Self-Employed February 2003 - Present
HR Performance Plus January 2003 - Present
Performance Plus March 1996 - November 2002
Frank's Nursery & Crafts July 1995 - February 1996
Kmart Corporation January 1993 - July 1995
Kmart Fashions 1986 - 1987
Skills
Leadership Development, MBTI, Management Consulting, Executive Coaching, Organizational..., Organizational..., 360 Feedback, Executive Development, Human Capital, Business Coaching, Career Development, Career Management, Coaching, Culture Change, Emotional Intelligence, Employee Engagement, Employee Training, Leadership, Organizational Design, Organizational Learning, Performance Improvement, Personal Development, Project Management, Psychometrics, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Team Building, Training, Training Delivery, Workshop Facilitation, Change Management, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Performance Consulting, Management Development, Employee Relations
Education
Central Michigan University 1996 — 1998
MSA, Human Resources Administration
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire 1978 — 1982
BBA, Business Administration
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan February 2014 - Present
Strategic Staffing Solutions October 2011 - January 2014
Baker&Taylor Marketing Services March 2010 - July 2011
Borders 1997 - 2010
Borders Group Inc January 1996 - January 1997
Franks Nursery & Crafts January 1993 - January 1996
Franks Nursery January 1990 - January 1993
Franks Nursery January 1987 - January 1990
Michigan State University January 1984 - January 1987
Michigan State University January 1976 - January 1984
Skills
Retail Industry, Report Writing, Retail Purchasing, Analysis, Retail, Market Research, Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Merchandising, Forecasting, Data Analysis, Access, Project Planning, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Vendor Management, Management
Education
Michigan State University 1974 — 1979
Agronomy, Soil Physics
Family Household June 2013 - July 2013
Fort Myers, FL September 2011 - January 2012
Panera Bread Company June 2003 - August 2009
Protocol Communications February 2005 - February 2005
AMC Cantera 30, AMC South Barrington January 2002 - March 2003
Protocol Communications July 2000 - December 2001
Frank's Nursery & Crafts June 1999 - May 2000
Skills
Nanny, Housekeeping, Sales, Cashiering, Customer Service, Childcare, Call Centers, Product Marketing, Food Service
Education
Parkland College 2004 — 2006
Massage Therapy
College of DuPage 2000 — 2001
Chemistry, Phlebotomy
Regional Pest Management 2010 - Present
LJT Training 2002 - Present
Search & Rescue Section IDHS 2008 - 2014
Lucky Stars Country Kennel 2004 - 2009
Dog Ears & Paws 2001 - 2004
Johns Hopkins University 1989 - 2002
Franks Nursery & Crafts 1984 - 1988
Multiple Part time positions 1978 - 1988
Skills
Coaching, Public Speaking, Dog Training, Team Building, Dogs, Pets, Training, Teaching, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Pest Control, Small Business, Dog Behavior, Time Management, Animal Behavior, Animal Welfare, Dog Walking, Pet Sitting
Education
Adrian College
BS, Biology & Business
Purdue
Na, IPM, Na
Sears Hometown and Outlet Stores, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Sears Hometown & Outlet Stores Inc October 2012 - August 2014
Sears Authorized Hometown Stores, LLC January 2011 - October 2012
Sears Authorized Hometown Stores, LLC February 2010 - January 2011
Sears Holding Company February 2009 - February 2010
Sears Holdings Corporation January 2008 - January 2009
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2006 - December 2007
Frank's Nursery & Crafts January 1992 - May 2004
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Marketing, Store Operations, Assortment, Customer Service, Merchandise Planning, Marketing Strategy, Market Planning, Sales, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Retail Sales, Planograms, Loss Prevention, Profit, Store Management, POS, P&L Management, Training, Management, Multi-unit, Big Box, Driving Results, Income Statement, Leadership, District Management, Shrinkage, Customer Satisfaction, Multi-Unit Management, Customer Experience, Pricing, Multi-channel Retail, Forecasting, Sales Operations, Accountability, CPFR, Hiring, Strategic Planning, Employee Training, New Store Openings, New Store Development, Associate Development, Team Building, P&L, Multi-Unit, Business Development
Education
Harvard Business School
AMP 112, Advanced Management Program
The Gates Corporation April 2014 - December 2014
Chrysler LLC April 2008 - November 2008
DaimlerChrysler April 2006 - April 2008
DaimlerChrysler October 2004 - April 2006
Comcast Cablevision June 2003 - April 2004
DaimlerChrysler January 2003 - April 2003
Casual Corner Group Inc. November 2000 - April 2002
Franks Nursery & Crafts March 1999 - November 2000
Skills
Onboarding, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Recruiting, FMLA, Interviews, Labor Relations, Training, PeopleSoft, Performance Management, Exit Interviews, Taleo, Technical Recruiting, Microsoft Office, Temporary Placement, Investigation, HR Data Warehouse, Disciplinary &..., Ceridian, Sales Management, Behavioral Interviewing, Program Coordination, Oracle, Personnel Management, Policy, HRIS, Talent Acquisition, New Hire Orientations, Employee Relations
Education
Eastern Michigan University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Human Resources Concentration
Michigan State University
BS, Biological Sciences/Education
Iron Mountain June 2014 - June 2015
Hariett Carter July 2010 - June 2014
Franke Consumer Products June 2011 - January 2014
New Choices Job Club January 2009 - December 2011
HomeGoods March 2005 - February 2009
Frank's Nursery & Crafts September 1988 - December 2004
Skills
Training, Management, Social Networking, Event Management, Sales, Data Analysis, Retail, Networking, System Administration, Recruiting, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Outlook, Time Management, Customer Service, Merchandising, Customer Satisfaction, Strategic Planning
Education
Mansfield University of Pennsylvania 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theatre/Theater
Montgomery County Community College 2009 — 2010
Montgomery County Community College
Metro Health November 2011 - Present
Metro Health September 2006 - November 2011
Metro Health June 2005 - September 2006
Holland Hospital September 2004 - June 2005
Holland Hospital September 2001 - September 2004
Michigan Bulb Company 1995 - 2001
Kendall College of Art and Design August 2000 - December 2000
Frank's Nursery & Crafts September 1988 - August 1995
Skills
Media Relations, Budget, Management, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Event Planning, Healthcare, Community Outreach, Leadership, Newsletters, Budgets, Social Media, Advertising, PowerPoint, Marketing, Human Resources, Interviews, Internal Communications, Event Management, Editing, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Crisis Communications, Strategic Planning, Direct Marketing, Publications, Copywriting, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Facebook, Fundraising, Corporate Communications, Speech Writing, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Copy Editing, Direct Mail
Education
Wayne Sate University 1995 — 1996
Communications
Oakland University 1984 — 1988
B.A., English, Communications
Almont Jr./Sr. High School
TD Bank Group June 2011 - Present
Accounting Technologies December 2006 - Present
Project 25 June 1997 - Present
The Home Depot March 1999 - March 2008
Frank's Nursery & Crafts September 1995 - February 1999
Skills
Loans, Excel, Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Accounting, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Credit, Nonprofits, Financial Reporting, Finance, Tax, Financial Analysis, Public Speaking
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn 2008 — 2010
Bachelors, Finance, Accounting
Hernandez Restaurant Marketing April 2005 - Present
Vicorp Restaurants Inc. April 2005 - April 2007
Sizzler Restaurants 2002 - 2003
IHOP 1993 - 2002
Franks Nursery & Crafts 1992 - 1993
Denny's Restaurants 1979 - 1991
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Management, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Team Building, Strategy, Sales, Customer Service, Product Marketing, SEO, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Management
Education
University of Detroit Mercy
MBA, Marketing
Western Michigan University
BA, English, Speech
Kohl's Department Stores March 2013 - Present
Kohl's Department Stores June 2004 - February 2013
Home Depot 2000 - 2004
Wendys International-Tim Horton's Division 1997 - 2000
Frank's Nursery & Crafts January 1994 - 1997
JCPenney 1985 - 1994
Skills
Onboarding, Succession Planning, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Talent Management, HRIS, Performance Management, Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Human Resources, Leadership, Executive Development, Executive Coaching, Management, Interviews, Time Management, College Recruiting, Loss Prevention, Employee Training, Applicant Tracking..., Hiring, Workforce Planning, Personnel Management, New Hire Orientations, Employee Engagement
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1990 — 1995
MS/HROD, Human Resources and Organization Development
Eastern Michigan University 1981 — 1985
BBA, Management
LIGHTe Associates: Rajiv Bansal, M.D. February 2010 - Present
Morris & Romanelli, M.D.s September 2005 - February 2010
Happy Tails Grooming May 2002 - August 2003
Franks Nursery & Crafts October 2000 - May 2001
Education
St. Joseph's College 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, English
The Pantry, Inc. 2010 - Present
Advance Auto Parts, Inc 2005 - 2010
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1998 - 2005
ARAMARK 1993 - 1997
Pizza Hut, Inc - Division of PepsiCo 1989 - 1993
Pizza Hut - Divison of PepsiCo 1986 - 1989
Verizon (formally GTE) 1981 - 1986
Education
Michigan State University 1979 — 1980
Masters of Labor & Industrial Relations, Human Resources
Michigan State University 1974 — 1978
Bachelors of Administration, Human Resources
ITMPAX Consulting, LLC 2009 - Present
NCDOT 2003 - 2009
TechAction, Non-Profit 2003 - 2006
Gemstar-TV Guide 2001 - 2002
The Body Shop 1999 - 2001
Crown Books 1998 - 1999
Compuware 1996 - 1997
Compuware 1994 - 1996
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1989 - 1994
Kmart Corporation 1986 - 1989
Skills
IT Management, IT Strategy, Program Management, Project Management, Leadership, Management, Business Intelligence, Change Management, ITIL, Vendor Management, SDLC, Business Analysis, Business Process, Software Development, Team Building, ERP, Governance, Consulting, Strategic Planning, Enterprise Architecture, Organizational..., Department Budgeting, Contract Negotiation, Integration, Testing, Software Project..., IT Operations, Business Process..., Public Speaking, Outsourcing, Cloud Computing, Requirements Analysis, Quality Assurance, Start-ups, Management Consulting, Risk Management, Customer Service, Information Technology
Education
Oakland University
MS, Computer Science
Oakland University
BS, Management
Watergap Coffee Co. January 2004 - Present
Frank's Nursery and Crafts. June 1994 - December 1998
Franks Nursery & Crafts June 1992 - December 1998
Skills
Roaster of coffee, Accounting, Animal Care, Coffee, Customer Service, New Business Development, Negotiation, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Product Development, Sales, Public Relations, Food, Food Service, Retail, Budgets, Coaching, Marketing, Small Business, Cooking, Food Industry, Entrepreneurship
Education
Raritan Valley Community College 1990 — 1992
Asociates, Sciences, Math
Hunterdon Central Regional High Scholl 1986 — 1990
Robert Half International February 2013 - Present
Highland Park School District April 2011 - February 2013
Robert Half International February 2009 - April 2011
University of Detroit Mercy December 2003 - August 2008
Frank's Nursery & Crafts April 2001 - August 2003
Prior Work Experiences January 1993 - January 1997
Skills
Mathematics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Data Analysis, Accounting, Problem Solving, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Higher Education, Accounts Receivable, Nonprofits, Leadership, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Office, Accounts Payable, Employee Benefits, Windows, Payroll, Leadership Development, Fundraising
Education
Siena Heights University 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.3
Undisclosed July 2015 - Present
Olsen's Accounting & Tax Service 2007 - 2007
John H. Gerding, D.D.S. 2006 - 2007
Office Depot 2000 - 2005
Palwaukee Municipal Airport 2000 - 2000
Village of Lisle, Public Works Department 1999 - 1999
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1996 - 1997
Education
College of DuPage 2007 — 2008
Computer Internetworking Technologies, 4.0
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1998 — 1999
Institute of Aviation, Professional Pilot
Benet Academy 1994 — 1998
Diploma, Creative Writing
University of Advancing Technology
Network Security, Artificial Intelligence
Iowa State University
Botany
Donaldson Co., Inc. October 2014 - Present
Donaldson Co., Inc. November 2008 - October 2014
Donaldson Co., Inc. October 2005 - November 2008
Atlas Machine and Supply, Inc April 2004 - October 2005
W.W. Grainger, Inc. August 2001 - May 2004
Air Handling Equipment, Inc. May 2000 - August 2001
New Castle Engineering, Inc. June 1996 - May 2000
Franks Nursery & Crafts October 1985 - June 1996
Skills
Sales Management, Product Development, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Customer Service, International Sales, Contract Negotiation, Operations Management, Team Building, Pricing, Team Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Budgets, Process Engineering, Inventory Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Automation, Microsoft Office, Forecasting, Six Sigma, Microsoft Excel, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Process Improvement, Business Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Brand Development, Brand Management, Competitive Marketing..., Product Launch, Key Account Management, Team Development, Mentoring, Sales Reporting, New Business Development, Oral Communication, Relationship-Based..., Budgeting, Projections, Channel Sales, Territory Management, Company Vision, Corporate Identity
Education
The Ohio State University 1981 — 1985
BSBA, Marketing
Hicks Nurseries, Inc. May 2001 - Present
PR Newswire 1998 - 2000
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1995 - 1998
Skills
Social Media, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Retail, Event Planning, Horticulture, Blogging, Facebook, Press Releases, Public Relations, Certified Nursery &..., Writing
Education
Farmingdale State University of New York
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Ornamental Horticulture
State University of New York College at Old Westbury
Media & Communications
CNA Insurance July 2015 - Present
Michigan Commerical Insurance Mutual June 2014 - June 2015
AIG July 2013 - April 2014
AIG 2004 - July 2013
Travelers January 2001 - January 2004
Travelers January 1999 - January 2001
City of Dearborn January 1997 - January 1999
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1994 - 1997
Skills
Property & Casualty..., Commercial Insurance, Professional Liability, Casualty, Underwriting, Legal Liability, Liability, D&O, Insurance, Commercial Lines, Workers Compensation, Employment Practices..., General Insurance, Umbrella Insurance, Brokers, Claims Management, Casualty Insurance, Claim, Excess, Disability Insurance, Risk Management, Reinsurance, Long-term Care, Insurance Brokerage, Health Insurance, Financial Risk
Education
University of Michigan 1987 — 1991
BA, Public Administration
Wawa Food Markets July 2008 - Present
Gabriel Brothers February 2005 - July 2008
Bed Bath & Beyond October 2003 - February 2005
CVS May 2003 - October 2003
Jo Ann Stores September 2002 - May 2003
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1978 - 2001
Franks Nursery and Crafts 1978 - 2000
Education
Wheaton College 1975 — 1979
College of DuPage 1975 — 1977
Business, Management/Administration
Kelly Services May 2009 - Present
Oakland Hills Country Club Subdivision Association 2006 - 2011
Kelly Services July 2005 - April 2009
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1999 - 2005
Kmart Corporation 1995 - 1999
Education
Central Michigan University
MA, Management
Michigan State University
BA, Marketing, Psychology, Geology
Precision HR Consulting 2013 - Present
Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Inc. 2012 - 2013
OfficeMax 2001 - 2012
OfficeMax 1999 - 2001
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1990 - 1999
Skills
Multi-Unit Leadership, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Conflict Resolution, Personnel Management, Strategy, Performance Management, Leadership, Human Resources, Retail, Temporary Placement, Store Management, Merchandising, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership Development, Employee Benefits, Succession Planning, Training, Loss Prevention, Labor Relations, Recruiting, Organizational..., Policy, HR Policies, Team Building, Onboarding, Workshop Facilitation, Interviews, Career Counseling, Time Management, Employee Training, Employee Engagement, Career Development, Management, Change Management, Hiring, Talent Acquisition, Organizational..., New Hire Orientations, HRIS, Benefits Administration, FMLA, Applicant Tracking..., Deferred Compensation, Payroll, Sourcing, HR Consulting, Resume Writing
Education
University of Missouri - St. Louis 1978 — 1980
Master of Arts (M.A.), Education
University of Missouri-St. Louis 1971 — 1976
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Egnlish
Target August 2001 - Present
Target August 2001 - Present
Frank's Nursery & Crafts April 1991 - May 2001
Tan City February 1990 - March 1993
Skills
Inventory Management, Customer Service, Big Box, Inventory Control, Cashiering, Planograms, Notary Public, Master Gardener, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Coaching, Employee Training, Hiring, Driving Results, Profit, Multi-unit, Shrinkage, Store Operations, District Management, Associate Development, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, New Store Development, P&L, Income Statement, New Store Openings, Sales, Merchandise Planning, Department Stores, Driving Sales..., Cash Register, New Hire Training, Hiring Employees, Hiring Practices, Event Planning, Shortage Control, Expense Management, Product Knowledge, Retail Category..., Merchandise, POS, Leadership Development, Retail Sales, Hardlines
Education
St Monica's Business School 1969 — 1971
diploma, Business Administration, Management and Operations
Rutgers University – Camden 1997 — 1998
Certification, Master Gardener
Gloucester County College 2011 — 2011
Certification, Notary Public
SoftWash Systems April 2011 - Present
Professional Business Guide August 2010 - Present
TerraClean March 2003 - August 2010
Mallard Systems September 1991 - March 2003
Frank's Nursery & Crafts February 1988 - November 1988
Duncan Brothers Landscape & Nursery February 1987 - July 1987
Lukas Nursery January 1986 - January 1987
Skills
Teaching, Writing, Public Speaking, Coaching, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Strategic Consulting, Branding Development, Product Launches, systems development, Sales Management, Product Launch, Time Management, Team Building, Small Business, Restoration, Pressure Washing, System Development, Budgets, Customer Service, Start-ups, Landscaping, Business Planning, Leadership, Leadership Development, Marketing Strategy, Building Maintenance, Online Marketing, Social Networking
Education
Abilene Christian University 1989 — 1991
MR, Bible/Biblical Studies
Oviedo High School 1985 — 1988
Vocational Degree 720 Hrs, Horticulture
vAuto September 2012 - Present
DeVry University May 2012 - November 2012
DeVry University May 2012 - August 2012
Crafty Beaver Home Centers September 2001 - July 2011
Frank's Nursery & Crafts March 1997 - April 2001
US Navy August 1996 - January 1997
Skills
Networking, Active Directory, System Administration, Security, Help Desk Support, Change Management, Routing
Education
DeVry University 2011 — 2012
N/A, Networking & Communication Management
DeVry University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Network and Communication ManagementAnticipated
DeVry University 2009 — 2011
Associates, Networking Systems Administration
Gordon Food Service December 1997 - Present
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1989 - 1997
Skills
Retail, Analysis, Purchasing, Inventory Management, Profit, Program Management, Customer Service, Sales, Inventory Control, Team Building, Merchandising, Forecasting, P&L, Management, Grocery, Leadership
Education
Michigan State University
The Home Depot 2009 - 2014
Nationwide Beauty & Barber Supply, Syracuse, NY 2006 - 2009
a.j. martin, inc 2003 - 2005
Davis Vision / Empire Vision Centers 1992 - 2002
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1986 - 1992
First Investors Corporation 1985 - 1986
US Army 1978 - 1985
Skills
Warehousing, Process Improvement, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Logistics, Inventory Control, Negotiation, Management, Contract Negotiation, Operations Management, Transportation, Purchasing, Program Management, Procurement, Training, Leadership, Income Statement, Retail, Product Development, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Supply Chain Management, Forecasting, 3PL, Process Scheduler, Supply Chain Operations, Logistics Management, P&L Management, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, Team Building, Transportation..., Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, Six Sigma, Change Management, Team Leadership, Business Process..., Supervisory Skills, Contract Management, Project Planning, Analysis, Account Management, ERP, Sales Management, P&L
Education
University of Maryland University College 1980 — 1984
Anne Arundel Community College 1977 — 1978
Smithfield Public Schools November 2011 - Present
OCRS PTA July 2012 - July 2013
Addieville East 1998 - 2001
Northern Nurseries 1995 - 1997
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1989 - 1994
Flower Time 1987 - 1989
Skills
Public Speaking
Education
Boston University Graduate School of Management 1992 — 1996
MBA
Cornell University 1984 — 1987
BS, Horticulture
FMS Solutions October 2012 - Present
Blanchfield Landscape & General Contractors, Inc. March 1981 - Present
Financial Management Services, Inc April 1992 - July 1995
Franks Nursery & Crafts March 1977 - June 1983
Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bank Reconciliation, Payroll, Payroll Taxes, Notary Public, Cashiering, Highly detail oriented, Multi Tasking, QuickBooks, Small Business, Customer Service
Education
Anne Arundel Community College 1980 — 1982
Business Administration and Management, General
Andover High School 1976 — 1980
High School Diploma
AgroSci Inc. January 2011 - Present
Avani Sales January 2009 - Present
Benick Brands/Gro-Well Brands July 1997 - February 2008
AIMCOR / Profile Products November 1994 - June 1997
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1986 - 1992
Skills
Lawn Care, Sales Management, Product Development, Retail, Product Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Sales, Pricing, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Negotiation, Program Management, Consumer Products, Wholesale, Irrigation, Management, Team Building, New Business Development, Forecasting, Purchasing, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows, Market Planning, Key Account Management, P&L Management, Sales Operations, B2B, Competitive Analysis, P&L, Sales Process
Education
University of Connecticut 1979 — 1983
BS, Environmental Horticulture
st. Johns
True Value Company November 2012 - Present
True Value Company October 2011 - November 2012
True Value Company April 2010 - September 2011
Ready Set Service April 2005 - November 2009
The Home Depot April 1996 - April 2005
The Home Depot October 2001 - October 2002
The Home Depot May 1996 - October 2001
Frank's Nursery & Crafts May 1995 - May 1996
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Management, Outlook, Merchandising, PowerPoint, Access, Microsoft Word, Human Resources, Call Center, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Forecasting, Retail, Purchasing, Finance, Account Management, Training, Income Statement, Product Development, Pricing, Operations Management, Sales, Leadership, Time Management, Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, Visual Merchandising, Budgets, Customer Service, Profit, Call Centers, Sales Management, Negotiation, Project Planning, Logistics, Inventory Control, Analysis, Business Planning, Program Management, Project Management, Process Improvement, P&L
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 1986 — 1988
Associates Degree, Business Administration / Small Business Management
Insight June 2010 - Present
Kingsway America(formerly Universal Casualty Co) October 2006 - March 2010
CUNA Mutual Group June 2000 - September 2006
Frank's Nursery & Crafts November 1996 - July 2000
Skills
Access, Business Analysis, Testing, Project Management, Insurance, Customer Service, Program Management, Data Entry, Underwriting, Invoicing, Process Improvement, Software Documentation, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Microsoft Excel
Education
Elgin Community College 1999 — 2004
General Ed.
St. Charles High School 1995 — 1999
H.S. Diploma, General Ed
7-Eleven June 2014 - Present
Home Base Business January 2013 - Present
Ambit Energy March 2012 - Present
UPS Capital® Corporation June 2013 - August 2013
Party City August 2012 - November 2012
TRI - COUNTY LEXUS January 2012 - August 2012
Party City August 2011 - November 2011
Dollar Tree Stores May 2004 - July 2011
Modells Sporting Goods May 2001 - March 2004
Franks Nursery & Crafts January 1998 - January 2001
Skills
Loss Prevention, Retail Management, Stores, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Hiring, Inventory Control, Profit, P&L, Inventory Management, Replenishment, Customer Service, Receiving, Scheduling, Team Building, Vendor Relations, Payroll, Customer Satisfaction, POS, Store Management, Sales Consulting, Retail, Recruiting, CPFR, Sales&Marketing, Leadership, Sales Operations, Sales, Sales Management, Team Leadership, Employee Training, Budgets, Training, Customer Retention, Management, Operations Management, Time Management, Customer Experience, Start-ups, P&L Management, Coaching, Advertising, Forecasting, Performance Management, Retail Sales, Sourcing, Program Management, Purchasing, Succession Planning
Education
Stonehill College 1979 — 1981
Buisness
Saint Joseph Regional
Robert Half May 2011 - Present
Robert Half Accountemps May 2010 - June 2011
Robert Half Management Resources April 2007 - April 2010
Torre & Bruglio June 1999 - March 2007
Franks Nursery & Crafts June 1981 - January 1999
Skills
Accounting, Finance, Internal Audit, Retail, Sales, Temporary Staffing, Tax, Cash Management, Corporate Finance, Payroll, Forecasting, Marketing, Recruiting, Process Improvement, Management, IFRS
Education
Loras College 1977 — 1981
BA:Accounting, Finance
St Viator high school 1973 — 1977
Ingham County June 2000 - Present
Staples April 1996 - June 2000
Frank's Nursery & Crafts September 1990 - April 1996
Education
Grand Valley State University 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
Carhartt 2003 - Present
EUR Systems 2000 - 2003
Meridian Automotive Systems 1999 - 2000
Franks Nursery & Crafts 1999 - 1999
Art Van Furniture 1996 - 1999
Allstate Insurance 1992 - 1996
Skills
Business Analysis, Business Process, Business Intelligence, Business Process..., ERP, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, SAP, SDLC, Program Management, Project Management, Leadership, SAP R/3, SAP Implementation, IT Strategy
Education
Davenport University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Management Information Systems, General
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry December 2000 - Present
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry December 2011 - February 2015
Ohio Department of Natural Resources, Division of Forestry July 2009 - August 2011
City of Cincinnati Park Board April 2000 - December 2000
The Ohio State University October 1990 - April 2000
Kinman Associates, Inc. April 1985 - February 1989
Frank's Nursery & Crafts March 1978 - April 1985
Skills
Trees, Landscape Maintenance, Public Speaking, Horticulture, Environmental Awareness, Plant Identification, Customer Service, Tree Planting, Landscape Design, Natural Resources, Natural Resource..., Environmental Education, Urban Forestry, Forestry, Sustainability
Education
The Ohio State University 1989 — 2011
Continuing Education-, Horticulture, Plant Pathology, Entomology
The Ohio State University 1978 — 1983
Bachelor of Science in Agriculture, Horticulture
Michigan Infragard January 2014 - Present
Ford Motor Company October 2004 - Present
Ford Motor Credit Company September 2000 - October 2004
Ford Credit Company 1998 - 2000
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1989 - 1999
Skills
Information Security, Security, CISSP, Vendor Management, Six Sigma, Infrastructure, Networking, Network Security, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, Program Management, Integration, Digital Forensics, Project Management, ITIL, CISA, Leadership, IT Management, Visio, Cisco Technologies, Hardware, Windows Server, Computer Security, Cross-functional Team..., Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Architecture, IT Strategy
Education
Walsh College 2005 — 2008
MSIA, Digital Forensics
Cleary University 1998 — 1999
BA, Management Information Systems
Purol's Painting 2007 - Present
Retail Process Engineering 2005 - 2007
Frank's Nursery & Craft 2004 - 2004
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 2004 - 2004
Franks Nursery and Crafts 1985 - 2004
Frank's Nursey & Crafts 1985 - 2004
Volkswagen of America 1978 - 1985
Education
Michigan State University 1973 — 1975
BA, Operations Management - College of Business
Lewistown High School October 2014 - Present
Clarity Connect April 2013 - April 2014
Clarity Connect April 2013 - January 2014
BFG SUPPLY June 1995 - May 2012
BFG Supply former MDM Distributing June 1995 - May 2012
Minnesota Distributing & Manufacturing June 1995 - November 2006
Eddie Bauer 1995 - 2000
J.G. Smith September 1992 - May 1995
Franks Nursery & Crafts September 1985 - February 1989
Pan American Plant 1980 - 1981
Skills
Pricing, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Wholesale, Sales Management, Management, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, Inventory Management, Horticulture, Greenhouse, Retail, New Business Development, Logistics, Leadership, Nursery, Garden, Marketing, Inventory Control, Process Improvement, Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Account Management, Purchasing, Trade Shows, Product Marketing, Merchandising, Selling, Team Building, Key Account Development, Sales, Market Planning, Customer Satisfaction
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2015 — 2016
Master's degree, Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences
Illinois Central College
A.A., Marketing, 3.0
Joliet Junior College
A.A.S., Management
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
B.S., Plant & Soil Science, 3.0
Spoon River College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Agriculture, General, 3.0
Kent County January 1999 - Present
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1992 - 1999
Skills
Nonprofits, Fundraising, Event Planning, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Social Media, Customer Service
Education
Grand Valley State University 1994 — 1998
Criminal Justice, Juvenile Justice
Northview High School 1990 — 1994
Self employed May 1995 - Present
Sunflower Staffing January 2009 - November 2013
the above company June 2008 - November 2013
Safeway Self Storage March 2008 - September 2008
Laidlaw Transit Services August 2005 - November 2007
Laidlaw Education Services August 2003 - August 2005
Michael's Stores, Inc January 2001 - January 2003
Frank's Nursery & Crafts January 1999 - January 2001
Manicures, pedicures January 1995 - January 1999
A Personal Touch to You January 1995 - January 1999
Skills
Time Management, Budgets, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Outlook, Public Speaking, Data Entry, Management, Training, Social Networking, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Payroll, Sales, Leadership, Healthcare Information..., HIPAA
Education
College of Lake County 2005 — 2010
AAS, Health Information Technology
Illinois Nail Technology Academy
Nail Technology
College of Lake
Associate of Applied Science, Health Information Technology
William R. Harper Community College
Accounting
Gallery Roofing HRMLowe's Home ImprovementNovember 1999 - June 2010
Aon Consulting 1995 - 1999
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1985 - 1995
Skills
Succession Planning, Career Development, New Hire Orientations
Education
Oakland University 1979 — 1984
BSHRD, HR
Al's Beverage Co. August 1994 - Present
Frank's Nursery & Crafts May 1989 - January 1997
Skills
Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Food, Catering, Restaurants, Quality Control, Accpac, Sanitation, HACCP, Strategic Planning, Key Account Management
Education
School of Visual Arts
Springfield Technical Community College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Landscaping and Groundskeeping
Lowe's Companies, Inc. July 2015 - Present
emaliasfancy.etsy.com April 2012 - Present
Lowe's Companies, Inc. February 2015 - June 2015
Wright Farms November 2004 - December 2013
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 2002 - 2004
J R Thomas Landscaping 2002 - 2002
Frank's Nursery and Crafts 2000 - 2002
Frank's Nursery and Crafts 1998 - 2000
Builder's Square 1995 - 1998
U.S. Army February 1982 - February 1985
Skills
Store Management, Store Operations, E-commerce, Retail Buying, Customer Service, Shrink Management, P&L Management, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Property Management, Distribution Strategies
Education
University of Michigan 1988 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Physics
Grand Rapids Community College 1985 — 1988
Associate's degree, General Studies
None January 2011 - Present
Home & Garden Showplace/True Value Company October 2004 - December 2010
Frank's Nursery & Crafts June 1973 - June 2003
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Sourcing, Marketing, Wholesale, Negotiation, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Forecasting, Profit, Store Management, Purchasing, Customer Service, Product Development, Sales, Team Building, Loss Prevention, Pricing, Assortment, P&L, Planograms, Market Planning, P&L Management, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Operations, Shrinkage
Education
Otterbein University 1970 — 1974
BA, Life Sciences
Premier Title Agency, LLC January 2014 - Present
Outsourcing Solutions April 2009 - December 2013
Frank's Nursery & Crafts October 1999 - September 2003
Code Alarm 1997 - 1999
Education
Northwood University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing, Advertising, & Business Management
GLP & Associates Educate EducatorsAccounts Payable Team LeaderArvinMeritorSeptember 2008 - July 2009
Dura Automotive December 2006 - September 2008
dura automotive 2006 - 2008
Frank's Nursery 1997 - 2005
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1997 - 2005
Franks Nursery and Crafts 1997 - 2005
Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounting, Invoicing, Leadership, Financial Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Fixed Assets, General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Budgets
Education
The Ohio State University 1967 — 1972
B.S.B.A, Accounting
Parsons Brinckerhoff March 2014 - Present
Pape-Dawson Engineers March 2012 - February 2014
Pape-Dawson Engineers May 2007 - March 2012
Nelson & Pope, Engineers & Surveyors September 2002 - March 2007
Barrett Bonacci & Van Weele PC April 2001 - September 2002
Eschbacher Engineering March 1996 - April 2001
Parsons Brinckerhoff April 1991 - November 1995
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1982 - 1984
Skills
Traffic Engineering, Transportation..., Transportation Planning, Civil Engineering, Site Development, Land Development, Stormwater Management, Erosion Control, Site Plans, Municipalities, Project Planning
Education
Lawrence Technological University 1978 — 1984
BS Arch; BS CE, Architecture, Civil Engineering
Northwestern Mutual May 2006 - February 2010
Frank's Nursery & Crafts October 2000 - January 2005
Phoenix Life Insurance Company May 1988 - May 1993
Education
Technical 2006 — 2006
Microsoft Office Specialist
Howard University 1972 — 1974
Science
Great Lakes Colleges Association June 2003 - August 2011
Frank's Nursery & Crafts April 1997 - June 2004
American Cancer Society August 1999 - July 2002
Eastern Michigan University August 1995 - July 1999
Skills
Office Management, Administrative..., Hands-on Training, Special Events..., Customer Service, Positive Personality, Positive Can-do Attitude, Problem Solving, High Energy Level, Able to Multi-task, Interpersonal..., Event Planning, Travel Planning, Recruiting, Microsoft Office, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Front Office, Reception Areas, Multi-line Phone, Cisco VoIP, Desktop Publishing, Newsletters, Media Kit, Personal Assistant, Teamwork, Budget Monitoring
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Science degree, Public Relations
Basic studies, Saginaw Valley State University
Ally FInancial October 2010 - Present
Collabera June 2010 - September 2011
Compuware August 1995 - February 2009
DaimlerChrysler 1997 - 2009
Performance Management August 1992 - August 1995
Frank's Nursery & Crafts January 1986 - February 1992
Skills
Technical Documentation, Content Management, Visio, Software Documentation, SnagIt, SharePoint, Manuals, HTML, Online Help, Information Architecture, Project Management, Content Development, Lotus Notes, IT Architecture...
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Target Corporation September 2012 - Present
Dex Media July 1998 - September 2012
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1989 - 1998
Education
North Hennepin Community College 2005 — 2007
Associate in Science Degree, Business Management
Big Boy Restaurants International, LLC May 2009 - Present
St. Clair Plastics May 2006 - November 2008
Plante Moran February 1996 - May 1997
Frank's Nursery & Crafts June 1994 - February 1996
Price Waterhouse August 1990 - June 1994
Skills
Tax Research, Tax, Income Tax, Tax Accounting, Use Tax, ProSystem fx Tax, S Corporations, Accounting, Tax Returns, Partnership Taxation, CPA, Tax Advisory, Sales Tax, Financial Accounting, Finance, Financial Reporting, Auditing, Corporate Tax, Management
Education
University of Michigan 1986 — 1990
BBA, Accounting
Meijer July 2011 - Present
Meijer June 2009 - July 2011
Meijer June 2007 - June 2009
Meijer March 2003 - June 2007
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1989 - 2003
Skills
Merchandising, Assortment, JDA, Retail, Inventory Management, Merchandise Planning, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Retail Buying, Planograms, Pricing, Forecasting, Multi-channel Retail, Product Development, Inventory Analysis, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Team Building, Open to Buy Management, P&L Management, Product Assortment..., P, Pricing Strategy, Driving Results, Big Box, CPFR, Consumer Products, Demand Planning, Global Sourcing, Income Statement, Loss Prevention, Profit, Sales, Sourcing, Sporting Goods, Store Management, Store Operations, Supply Chain, Trade Shows, Trend Analysis, Private Label, Purchasing, Wholesale, Brand Development
Education
Oakland University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing
CBRE August 2015 - Present
Contract March 2015 - July 2015
Johnson Controls December 2014 - February 2015
Air Distribution Technologies, Inc. August 2012 - December 2014
Tomkins Building Products December 2011 - September 2012
Grodan August 1999 - December 2011
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1997 - 1999
Skills
Process Improvement, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Budgets, Customer Service, Forecasting, Managerial Finance, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Excel, Management
Education
Monmouth University 1990 — 1995
BS, Biology/ Chemistry
Plex Systems, Inc. October 2014 - Present
Custom Data Solutions May 2014 - September 2014
CareTech Solutions January 2009 - May 2014
The Epitech Group July 2008 - January 2009
Global Crossing July 1998 - July 2008
Dayton Hudson Corporation October 1984 - February 2004
Frank's Nursery & Crafts January 1995 - July 1998
Skills
ASP.NET, IIS, Microsoft SQL Server, C#, Visual Studio, jQuery, LINQ, XML, ASP, HTML, JavaScript, CSS, ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET AJAX, SSIS, .NET, AJAX, MVC, IIS 7.0, WinForms, Database Design, SQL, VB.NET, Telerik Controls, Sql Server Integration..., Agile Methodologies, Entity Framework, T-SQL, WCF, Google Maps, AngularJS, TypeScript, ASP Web API, Single Page Apps
Education
Oakland University 1989 — 1994
Bachelor's, Management Information Systems
Oakland Community College 1985 — 1988
Associate, Data Processing
General Motors February 2013 - Present
All State Fastener June 2005 - February 2013
Frank's Nursery & Crafts September 2002 - December 2004
Skills
Word, Excel, Customer Service, AutoCAD, CAD, PowerPoint, Catia, Microsoft Office, GD&T, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Manufacturing, Purchasing
Education
Oakland University 2008 — 2012
Mechanical Engineering
Growing Image March 2008 - Present
Growing Image August 1999 - March 2008
Franks Nursery & Crafts December 1987 - August 1999
Davey Tree March 1987 - December 1987
Skills
Arborist, Indiana Accredited..., Designs Flower Beds, Certified Chemical..., Landscaping, Landscape Maintenance, Trees, Plants, Shrub, Nursery, Mulch, Landscape Design, Perennials, Horticulture, Pruning, Garden, Irrigation, Lawn Care, Site Planning
Education
Purdue University 1982 — 1986
BS, Horticultural Business Mangagement
John f. kennedy High school
Hometown America February 2011 - Present
Hometown America January 2005 - November 2010
Frank's Nursery & Crafts February 1987 - September 2004
Education
Macomb Community College
Gerdau Long Steel North America January 2008 - Present
Gerdau Long Steel North America September 2007 - December 2007
Chaparral Steel (acquired by Gerdau in 2007) February 2007 - September 2007
Owens Corning March 2002 - February 2007
Owens Corning February 2000 - February 2002
Owens Corning June 1998 - February 2000
Owens Corning April 1996 - May 1998
Frank's Nursery & Crafts September 1986 - March 1996
Skills
Accounting, Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, SAP, Financial Reporting, Auditing, Accounts Receivable, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Accounts Payable, ERP, Budgets, Business Process..., Process Improvement, Managerial Finance, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement
Education
University of Toledo 1993 — 1996
Master's Degree, Accountancy
University of Toledo 1979 — 1986
Bachelor's Degree, French Studies
Bowling Green State University 1980 — 1981
Academic Year Abroad Program, Tours, France
DeVry February 2015 - Present
OptionsHouse October 2011 - Present
Product Evaluations, Inc. September 2002 - September 2011
National Express March 2011 - July 2011
Frank's Nursery & Crafts November 1995 - September 2002
Skills
Data Analysis, Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Analytics, SPSS, Segmentation, SQL, Microsoft Excel, Access, Project Management, Survey Research, Survey Design, Customer Segmentation..., Executive Reporting, Business Intelligence, Agile Project Management, Tableau, PostgreSQL, MySQL
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2002
Bachelor's, Marketing
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. September 2006 - March 2012
Compass DC July 2006 - June 2007
Macy's February 2000 - August 2005
Pacific Linens, Inc September 1997 - December 1999
Franks Nursery & Crafts April 1994 - January 1997
Wherehouse Entertainment March 1992 - April 1994
The Broadway 1986 - 1992
May Department Stores 1982 - 1986
Macy's 1974 - 1982
Skills
Microsoft Word, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Retail, Merchandising, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Product Development, Forecasting, Sales, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Outlook, Sourcing, Purchasing, Employee Relations, Public Speaking, Analysis, Training, Coaching, Recruiting, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Operations Management, Logistics, Marketing Strategy, Store Management, Pricing, Profit, Trend Analysis, Inventory Control, Income Statement, Management, Apparel, Loss Prevention, P&L Management, Merchandise Planning, Fashion, Retail Sales, Wholesale, Assortment, Demand Planning, Global Sourcing, Private Label, P
Education
Harvard Business School 1972 — 1974
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
Boston University 1966 — 1970
BS in BA, Marketing
Boston University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Harvard University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing
Harvard University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing
Brookstone February 2014 - Present
Advance Auto Parts June 2013 - December 2013
Brookstone September 2007 - April 2011
CSK Auto January 2006 - September 2007
Murray's Discount Auto February 1995 - January 2006
Frank's Nursery & Crafts 1991 - February 1995
BJ's Wholesale Club 1990 - 1991
Omni Food Stores 1988 - 1990
Toys R Us 1981 - 1988
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Retail Management, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Store Management, Multi-unit Management, Multi-Unit Management, Sales, Management, Retail, Training, Time Management, Sales Management, Store Operations, Profit, Driving Results, Inventory Control
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1978 — 1981
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Lane Tech 1974 — 1978
Mathematics
Ottawa Hills Local Schools January 2015 - Present
Whiteford Agricultural Schools February 1993 - January 2015
Frank's Nursery & Crafts February 1988 - February 1993
Skills
Michigan Class A UST..., Michigan Class B UST..., Contract Negotiation, Preventive Maintenance, Maintenance Management, Maintenance & Repair, Process Scheduler, Equipment Maintenance, Forklift Operator, Operations Management, Facilities Management, Inspection
Education
Ferris State University 1982 — 1984
Associate's degree, Heavy/Industrial Equipment Maintenance Technologies
Home Depot April 1997 - Present
Frank's Nursery & Crafts March 1988 - March 1997
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Store Management, Inventory Control, Store Operations
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Horticulture/Botany