Gaylord Entertainment
Industry: Entertainment company
DescriptionRyman Hospitality Properties, Inc. is a hotel, resort, entertainment, and media company named after National Historic Landmark the Ryman Auditorium, built as a tabernacle by Captain Thomas G. Ryman in 1892 and later the home of the Grand Ole Opry from 1943 to 1974. The hospitality group was founded by Edward Gaylord. Headquarters: Nashville, Tennessee, United States Founder: Edward Gaylord Founded: 1955 Subsidiaries: Gaylord Hotels, RHP Hotel Properties LP, RHP Property GT, LP, RHP Property GP, LP, Gaylord Finance, Inc.
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Gaylord Entertainment Employees
Broadway/San Diego February 2014 - Present
Booth Media Group Inc. April 2013 - November 2013
Marcon Engineering, Inc. February 2012 - April 2013
Music Row Printing August 2010 - January 2012
NewsChannel 5 Network August 2011 - December 2011
Gaylord Entertainment May 2011 - August 2011
Marcon Engineering, Inc. 2010 - 2010
Skills
Event Marketing, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Radio Promotions, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Editing, Press Releases, Project Management, Media & Entertainment, Press Kit Development, Media Planning, CisionPoint, ACT!, Marketing Strategy, Google Analytics, Google Alerts, Creative Writing, Graphic Design, Facebook, Blogging, Social Media, Advertising, Sponsorship, Strategic Partnerships, Event Planning
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Science of Mass Communications, Concentration in Public Relations with minors in Marketing and Psychology
Holiday Inn Express & Suites March 2013 - October 2014
Embassy Suites DFW South March 2011 - February 2013
Embassy Suites DFW South September 2012 - November 2012
Gaylord Entertainment May 2006 - June 2010
Target September 2002 - October 2003
Blockbuster September 1998 - September 2002
Skills
Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Hospitality, Front Office, Meeting Planning, Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Property Management..., Public Speaking, Rooms Division, Hotel Booking, Team Leadership, Tourism, Convention Services, Delphi, OnQ, Administrative..., Time Management, Sales, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Corporate Events, Opera, Salesforce.com, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Navarro College 1999 — 2001
General Studies
Ennis High School 1995 — 1999
Diploma, General Studies
Freelance November 2014 - Present
Vans June 2012 - August 2012
Gaylord Entertainment November 2011 - January 2012
Skills
Film Production, Directing, Screenwriting, Final Cut Pro, Short Films, Film, Cinematography, Acting, Video Editing, Film Editing, Video Production, Music Videos, Post Production, After Effects
Education
New York Film Academy 2013 — 2014
1YR Conservatory, Directing
Valencia Community College 2012 — 2013
Parthenon Management Group July 2015 - Present
Marriott International September 2013 - June 2015
Gaylord Entertainment January 2012 - September 2013
Gaylord Entertainment August 2010 - January 2012
Marriott International May 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Catering, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Public Relations, Banquets, Close Attention to..., Convention Services, Culinary Skills, Fine Dining, Organization, Resorts
Education
New England Culinary Institute 2006 — 2008
AOS, Culinary Arts
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2006
BS, Communications
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communications
Gaylord Entertainment March 2008 - September 2008
Veneman Music / Music Emporium / D.J. Explosion June 1989 - December 1999
Skills
Sound, Music, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Sales, Social Media, Audio Engineering, Consumer Electronics, Music Industry, Live Sound, Recording, Music Production, Purchasing, Retail, Trade Shows, Sound Design, AV, Lighting Control, Audio Post Production, Marketing, Video, Marketing Strategy, DJ, New Business Development, Record Labels, Talent Booking, Strategic Planning, A, Studio Recording, Pro Tools, Mastering, Live Events, Social Networking, Logistics, Sales Management
Education
Norfolk State University
Old Dominion University
Marketing
ECHO Locum Tenens, Inc. May 2013 - Present
Legends Hospitality January 2009 - Present
Gilley's/G - Texas Catering April 2010 - May 2013
Bartender January 2000 - May 2013
Gaylord Entertainment February 2004 - May 2008
2004-2008 February 2004 - May 2008
Skills
Food & Beverage, Event Management, Food, Event Planning, Hospitality, Banquets, Hospitality Management, Catering, Menu Development, Customer Service, Restaurants, Restaurant Management, Hospitality Industry, Sales, Microsoft Office, Inventory Management, Hotels, Bartending, Time Management, Resorts, Food Service, Marketing, Sponsorship, Sponsorship Sales, Hotel Management, Meeting Planning, Public Relations, Cocktails, Alcoholic Beverages, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Social Media, Sports, Microsoft Word, Beer, Wedding Planning, Trade Shows, Pre-opening, Training, Facebook, Microsoft Excel, Employee Relations, Micros, Corporate Events, Customer Satisfaction, Convention Services, Parties, Private Events, Fine Dining, Wine
Education
Lake Dallas High School 1992 — 1996
Advance
North Central Texas College
SunTrust Bank October 2014 - Present
SunTrust Bank August 2012 - Present
First Tennessee Bank August 2011 - August 2012
Bank of America June 2010 - January 2011
Bank of America March 2009 - July 2010
Bank of America July 2007 - March 2009
Gaylord Entertainment 2005 - 2007
Skills
Banking, Credit, Deposits, Sales, Time Management, Branch Banking, Cross Selling, Sales Management, Loans, Retail Banking, Lines Of Credit, Consumer Lending, Mortgage Lending, Commercial Lending, Commercial Banking
Education
Tennessee State University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Human Resource & Business Management
Tennessee State University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Human Resources Management & Business Management
Nashville State Community College 2005 — 2008
Associate's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Computer Guy Nashville January 2007 - Present
Beacon Technologies 2005 - 2006
Gaylord Entertainment 1999 - 2005
Skills
Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Start-ups, Business Strategy, Business Development, Management, Small Business, Marketing Strategy, SEO, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Web Development, Social Networking
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts; Information Technology, Break / Fix
Lyman Ward Military Academy; Camp Hill, AL ROLL TIDE! 1987 — 1991
Associations International July 2014 - Present
Central Baptist Hospital June 2013 - July 2014
Lexington-Fayette Animal Care and Control April 2013 - June 2013
Howell Allen Clinic February 2012 - March 2013
Gaylord Entertainment June 2009 - February 2012
David's Bridal November 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Marketing, Management, Receptionist Duties, Microsoft Office, Multi-line Phone, Medical Records, Ordering Office Supplies, Psychology, Cash Handling Experience, Daily Deposits, Event Management, Front Office, Hotels, Microsoft Word, Sales, Telephone Skills
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Psychology
Middle Tennessee State University 2002 — 2003
General Studies, General Studies
Tullahoma High 1998 — 2002
Symmetry Surgical October 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment June 2010 - October 2012
Gaylord Opryland September 2004 - June 2010
Thomas Nelson Publishers September 2003 - October 2004
Gibson Guitar June 2002 - September 2003
Genesco Inc April 1991 - February 2002
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Customer Experience, Leadership, Training Delivery, Vendor Management, Business Travel, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Budgets, Time Management, PMO Services, Microsoft Excel, Accounting, PeopleSoft, Project Management, Management, Hospitality Management, Forecasting, Hotels, Hospitality Industry
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2010 — 2011
Nashville State Tech 1997 — 2001
Associate of Science (AS), Computer Information Systems
Alderson Enterprises L.P. August 2013 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment May 2006 - July 2013
Lithia Motors December 2007 - May 2008
American Eagle Airlines September 2005 - June 2006
The Buckle December 2003 - September 2005
Skills
Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Supervisory Experience, New Restaurant Openings, Team Leadership, Hospitality Industry, Biology, Chemistry, Communication Skills, Highly personable, Closing Abilities, Employee Training, Automotive Sales..., Retail Sales, Airlines, Human Anatomy, Physiology, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Training, Leadership, Time Management, Restaurants, Retail, Food, Hospitality Management, Menu Development, Team Building, Pre-opening, Data Entry, Sales, Inventory Management, Hotels, Front Office, Food & Beverage, Food, Sales Process, Account Management, Hospitality, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Marketing, Sales Management
Education
University of North Texas 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology, General, 3.0
North Central Texas College 2009 — 2011
Associate of Science (AS), Biology, General, 3.65 GPA
Cooper High School 2001 — 2005
High School Diploma
Gaylord Hotels October 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment December 2011 - December 2012
Sheraton Imperial Hotel October 2006 - July 2011
North Carolina Botanical Gardens May 2010 - July 2010
North Carolina Governors Conference February 2009 - April 2009
Skills
Sales, Event Planning, Event Management, Hotels, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Resorts, Hotel Management
Education
North Carolina Central University 2007 — 2011
B.S., Hospitality and Tourism
North Carolina Central University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Hospitality and Tourism
Cracker Barrel October 2014 - Present
Applebee's May 2014 - Present
Cracker Barrel November 2013 - Present
Cracker Barrel September 2012 - November 2013
Cracker Barrel June 2004 - September 2012
Gaylord Entertainment October 2010 - January 2011
Skills
Culinary Skills, Restaurants, Sanitation, Food Service, Time Management, Customer Service, Food Safety, Serve Safe Certified, Food & Beverage, Recipes, Coaching, Work in A Fast Paced..., Team Management, Events Organisation, Experienced Trainer, Highly motivated..., Food Industry, Recieving, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Leadership, shift manager, high volume business, Responsible Service of..., Management, Cash Handling
Education
Nashville State Community College 2015 — 2015
Associate's Degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Nashville State Community College 2005 — 2008
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Accounting and Computer Science
StrategyCorps March 2014 - Present
Motlow State Community College March 2013 - March 2014
iHeartMedia July 2012 - March 2013
iHeartMedia May 2012 - August 2012
First Fleet August 2010 - July 2012
City of Murfreesboro June 2011 - September 2011
Gaylord Entertainment November 2009 - January 2011
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Sales, Social Media, Time Management, Leadership, Facebook, Budgets, PowerPoint, Advertising, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Management
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Americash Loans October 2012 - December 2013
Wildhorse Saloon June 2005 - July 2010
Gaylord Entertainment January 2003 - 2005
Skills
Banking, Customer Service, Credit, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Loans, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Call Centers, Outlook, Teamwork, Financial Analysis, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1995 — 1998
Theatre/Theater
Germantown High School 1991 — 1995
High School Diploma
Nashville Marriott at Vanderbilt University June 2014 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment September 2008 - February 2014
Gaylord Entertainment February 2005 - September 2008
Gaylord Entertainment October 2003 - February 2005
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Resorts, Hotel Management, Meeting Planning, Convention Services, Food & Beverage, Catering, Revenue Analysis, Banquets, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Strayer University 2014 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Hospitality Administration/Management
National College of Business and Technology-Nashville 2001 — 2003
Associates Degree, Business Application Technology, 4.0
Tennessee Army National Guard August 2015 - Present
Automotive Management Services Inc. June 2013 - January 2015
Mindlinx Technology Services December 2011 - March 2013
Gaylord Entertainment July 2006 - March 2010
InfoPro Corporation March 2004 - March 2006
CSC February 2003 - March 2004
CSC March 2001 - February 2003
Robert Half International March 2000 - March 2001
Delaware Park Race Track and Slots June 1998 - March 2000
United States Marine Corps June 1992 - June 1997
Skills
Windows Server, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Help Desk Support, Desktop Application..., Computer Hardware, Microsoft Office, Remedy Ticketing System, Outlook, Operating Systems, Networking, Servers, Technical Support, Network Administration, Hardware, Software Installation, Routers, Windows, Active Directory, Information Technology, DoD, Training, Management, Leadership
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Liberal Studies (concentration in Business Administration)
Calhoun Community College 2004 — 2006
General Studies
Niagara County Community College 1997 — 1997
General Studies
University of Maryland 1997 — 1997
Elementary Japanese Language
Union County High School 1988 — 1992
Beacon Hotel Corporate Quarters 2015 - Present
PSAV November 2014 - Present
Hampton Inn Bowie July 2013 - Present
Hampton Inn Bowie July 2013 - Present
Hilton Rockville Hotel and Executive Meeting Center August 2012 - July 2013
Gaylord Entertainment November 2007 - May 2012
Marriott International 2004 - 2006
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites 2003 - 2004
Skills
Sales, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Catering, Meeting Planning, Contract Negotiation, Hotel Management, Event Management, Yield Management, Hospitality, Event Planning, Banquets, Customer Service, Pre-opening, Revenue Analysis
Education
University of Maryland University College 2014 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Morgan State University 2003 — 2007
Obtained 75 credits, Hospitality Administration/Management
MonaVie July 2010 - June 2015
The Gasparilla Inn and Club December 2011 - October 2013
Sandestin Investments LLC. August 2009 - December 2011
Gaylord Entertainment 2008 - 2009
Renaissance Orlando Resort May 2006 - August 2008
Amelia Island Plantation 2006 - 2006
Jacques Fine European Pastries April 2004 - August 2005
Pirus Networks 2000 - 2003
Pirus Networks / Sun Microsystems 2000 - 2003
Skills
Menu Development, Culinary Skills, Food, Pastry, Recipes, Entrepreneurship, Coaching, Management, Cooking, Chocolate, Hotels, Leadership, Nutrition, Hospitality Industry, Gourmet, Team Building, Chef, Home Based Business, Cakes, Banquets
Education
Notter School of Pastry Arts and Chocolate Studio 2011 — 2011
Certificate, Sugar Fundamentals and Trends
World Pastry forum 2009 — 2009
Pastry/ Baking/ and entrepreneur training, Advanced pastry & Baking Techniques
Notter School of Pastry Arts & Chocolate Studio 2008 — 2008
Certificate, Chocolate Pralines & Candy Making
Notter School of Pastry Arts & Chocolate Studio 2007 — 2007
Certificate, The ABCD's of Breakfast Pastries
Le Cordon Bleu 2003 — 2005
A.A., Culinary Arts
NHTI, Concord's Community College 1997 — 2000
A.A., Electrical Engineering Technology
Community College of the Air Force 1985 — 1994
A.A., Applied Sciences
Nute High School 1980 — 1984
General Education, General Studies
Lee Hecht Harrison
Career Exploration/Awareness Skills
Gaylord Entertainment Company August 2013 - Present
ISO Attire July 2013 - Present
Attack! May 2011 - Present
360 Events & Promotions May 2011 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment June 2012 - August 2012
Jump City April 2006 - March 2012
Skills
Advertising, Brand Development, Event Planning, Leadership, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking
Education
North Central Texas College 2011 — 2013
Associate of Arts (AA)
North Lake College 2010 — 2011
Associated Builders and Contractors - Mid TN Chapter September 2014 - Present
Jackson September 2013 - September 2014
Jackson National Life June 2012 - September 2013
Jackson National Life September 2011 - June 2012
Gaylord Entertainment May 2010 - August 2010
Saf-T-Cart, Inc May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing, InDesign, Photoshop, CRM, Journalism, Customer Service, Publications, Management, Nonprofits, Facebook, Event Planning, Organization, Integrated Marketing, Fundraising, Social Media Marketing
Education
West Virginia University 2013 — 2015
Master's degree, Integrated Marketing Communication
Mississippi State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts in Communication, Public Relations
USPTO June 2014 - Present
Proforce, NASA Renovation Move May 2014 - June 2014
American Red Cross July 2013 - January 2014
Year Up March 2013 - January 2014
Gaylord Entertainment August 2012 - June 2013
Skills
Windows 7, Troubleshooting, Networking, Access, Customer Service, Software Installation, Help Desk Support, Windows Vista, Laptops, Cisco Technologies, Databases, Windows, SharePoint, Computer Hardware, PowerPoint, Information Technology, Technical Support, Computer Security, Microsoft Excel, XP, SQL, Active Directory, ITIL, System Administration, Microsoft Word, Software, Windows XP Pro, Network Administration, Operating Systems, Hardware, OS X, Windows XP, Microsoft Operating..., Governance, Data Entry, English grammar, Sentence Structure, White Papers, Incident Management, Time Management, Escalations Management, Remedy Ticketing System, Public Trust
Education
Northern Virginia Community College 2013 — 2014
Information Technology
Northern Virginia Community College 2013 — 2014
Morris College 2009 — 2010
Tallboy Marketing February 2014 - Present
Cromwell Radio Group August 2011 - February 2014
Music City Roots March 2011 - June 2012
Gill Media Inc June 2010 - May 2011
Blackstone Brewing Company November 2006 - July 2009
Citadel Broadcasting May 2005 - November 2006
Gaylord Entertainment May 2002 - May 2005
Skills
Radio, Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Voice Over, Broadcast, Radio Advertising, Media Buying, Radio Broadcasting, Social Networking, Event Management, Publicity, Media Planning, Digital Media, Event Planning, Corporate Communications, Entertainment, Music, Press Releases, Media Relations, Integrated Marketing, Sound, Advertising Sales, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, New Media, Video Production, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Radio Promotions, Facebook, Radio Producing, Music Industry, Creative Direction, Online Marketing, Email Marketing, Video Editing, Sports, Television, Blogging, Creative Writing, Audio Editing, Radio Host, Brand Development
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1998 — 2002
BS, Electronic Media Management
Lindt Chocolate R.S.V.P. November 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment September 2011 - Present
Publix Super Markets March 2011 - September 2011
Universal Orlando May 2010 - February 2011
Chateau Marmont October 2009 - May 2010
Norwegian Cruise Line August 2007 - October 2009
Skills
Pastry, Baking, Social Media Marketing, Organization &..., Event Planning, Direct Sales, Chocolate, Small Business, Parties, Food Safety, Employee Training, Cash Handling Experience, Retail, Coaching, Crowd Control, Tourism, Restaurant Management
Education
Capital Culinary Institute of Keiser University 2005 — 2007
Associate's degree, Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef, 3.81
Middle Tennessee State University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Global Studies, 3.56
Carla Durham Photography September 2010 - Present
Photomusicology 2013 - Present
Maroon 5 Fanzine February 2013 - Present
Examiner.com April 2010 - Present
Mom365 April 2013 - July 2014
Gaylord Entertainment March 2008 - October 2012
The Cake Bar January 2005 - February 2012
Pa Dian Accents Art & Framing October 2004 - January 2007
The Children's Aid Society November 2002 - June 2004
Centerseat June 1999 - January 2001
Skills
Photography, Concert Photography, Writing, Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, Blogging, Event Planning, Baking, Social Networking, Editing, Music, Facebook, New Media, Public Relations, Publicity, Fashion, Social Media, Digital Photography, Editorial, Social Media Marketing, Journalism, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Video, Film, Entertainment
Education
New York University 1994 — 1998
Certificate, Film
New York University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts/Writing
Simsbury High School 1984 — 1988
Diploma
West End Enterprises January 2010 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment September 2009 - April 2011
DAN Talent Group January 2009 - May 2009
A'GACI October 2008 - January 2009
Skills
Photoshop, InDesign, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Press Releases, Adobe Creative Suite, Entertainment, Social Media, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Marketing, Advertising, Leadership, Retail, Commercial Aviation
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2008 — 2009
B.S., Journalism, Public Relations
Study Abroad 2008 — 2009
Case Study, International Public Relations
University of South Carolina-Columbia 2002 — 2006
B.S., Criminology&Criminal Justice, Psychology
CoStar Group June 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment October 2010 - May 2012
GRG, LLC November 2009 - August 2010
Independent Restaurant Consultant May 2008 - November 2009
Ben Arnold Beverage Company May 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Market Research, Real Estate, Financial Analysis, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Business Development, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Cold Calling, Budgets, Competitive Analysis, Salesforce.com, Forecasting, Analysis, Leadership, Analytics, CRM, Market Analysis, Team Building, Direct Sales, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Training, Commercial Real Estate, Sales Presentations, Retail, Lead Generation, B2B, Event Management, Social Media, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Online Advertising, Hospitality, Recruiting, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Hotels, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Coaching, Location Intelligence, SEO, Sales Process
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 2001 — 2005
Economics
Midlands Technical College 2005 — 2007
Associate's degree, Marketing
Knoxville Catholic High School 2000 — 2001
Hong Kong International School 1996 — 2000
MEDHOST July 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment February 2011 - July 2012
Corrections Corporation of America 2007 - December 2010
Brookdale Senior Living February 2006 - April 2007
Ardent Health March 2004 - February 2006
CNA Insurance 1999 - 2004
CNA Insurance 1996 - 1999
Skills
Windows Server, System Administration, Servers, Microsoft Exchange, XP, Technical Support, VMware ESX, Troubleshooting, Windows, DNS, Citrix, DHCP, VMware, Active Directory, Disaster Recovery, Data Center, Blackberry Enterprise..., Network Administration, Networking, Hardware, Visio, SAN, Terminal Services, Virtualization, Cisco Technologies, NAS
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1991 — 1996
Information Technology
Ryman Hospitality Properties January 2013 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment September 2010 - January 2013
Gaylord Entertainment July 2009 - September 2010
Gaylord Entertainment July 2007 - July 2009
Crosslin Vaden & Associates April 2005 - July 2007
Trustmark National Bank August 2004 - April 2005
Pearl River Resort May 2003 - August 2004
Education
Millsaps College 2003 — 2005
Masters, Accountancy
Millsaps College 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
REACH, LLC April 2012 - Present
Mozes, Inc. January 2010 - Present
G7 Entertainment Marketing May 2014 - November 2014
Lipscomb University 2012 - May 2013
Gaylord Entertainment December 2009 - April 2010
I.C Artist Agency September 2008 - April 2010
Skills
Adobe AIR, Keynote, Pro Presenter, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Live Audio, AV, Lighting, Video Production, Production Assistance, Stage Management, Tour Booking, International Touring, Databases, Concerts, Music
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Aerospace Administration
Larry Kirk Photography January 2011 - Present
Brookdale Senior Living April 2005 - September 2010
State of Tennessee July 1996 - October 2004
Gaylord Entertainment January 1995 - June 1996
BellSouth/South Central Bell February 1971 - December 1994
Skills
Healthcare, Architectural Design, LEED AP, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Submittals, Green Building, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Photography, Photoshop, Renovation, Sustainable Design, Revit, Comprehensive Planning, Space planning, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Construction Management, Public Relations, LEED
Education
Nashville State Community College 1995 — 2000
Photography Courses
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1966 — 1970
Architecture
Parthenon Management Group May 2015 - Present
Panera Bread October 2013 - May 2015
Gaylord Entertainment July 2011 - October 2013
Gaylord Entertainment October 2009 - July 2011
Gaylord Entertainment June 2008 - October 2009
Potbelly Sandwich Works June 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality, Catering, Hospitality Industry, Convention Services, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Restaurants, Event Management, Sales, Customer Service, Meeting Planning, Hotel Management, Menu Development, Resorts, Weddings, Event Planning, Banquets, Property Management..., Trade Shows, Pre-opening, Tourism, Front Office, Corporate Events, Food, Revenue Analysis, Opening Hotels, Social Media, Restaurant Management, Management, Association Management, International...
Education
Northwood University 2005 — 2007
Bachelors Degree in Business Administrative, Business with a minor in Hospitality Management
Northwood University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management
HCA August 2014 - Present
Maple Ridge Events March 2014 - August 2014
Marriott International/Gaylord Hotels October 2012 - March 2013
Gaylord Entertainment February 2012 - October 2012
Gaylord Entertainment February 2011 - February 2012
Gaylord Entertainment August 2007 - April 2010
Gaylord Opryland June 2006 - August 2007
650 AM WSM June 2005 - June 2006
Gaylord Opryland August 2004 - June 2005
Sharon Eaves Management/Fan Clubhouse October 2002 - August 2004
Skills
Event Planning, Hospitality, Customer Service, Marketing, Management, Leadership, Advertising, Entertainment, Social Media, Customer Satisfaction, Business Development, Sales Management, Sales, Direct Marketing, Sales Operations, Hotels, PowerPoint, Trade Shows, Event Management, Meeting Planning, Corporate Events, Social Networking, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Social Media Marketing, Tourism, Budgets
Education
North Hennepin Community College 1999 — 2002
Associate's degree, Business Management
Robbinsdale Cooper High School 1997 — 1999
Diploma
FBCS 1986 — 1997
DoubleTree by Hilton September 2014 - July 2015
Doubletree by Hilton June 2013 - September 2014
Loews Hotels November 2011 - July 2013
Loews Hotels October 2010 - November 2011
Gaylord Entertainment November 2009 - May 2010
First Choice Property Management August 2006 - November 2009
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Front Office, Rooms Division, Hospitality, Resorts, Property Management..., Pre-opening, Micros, Food & Beverage, Hotel Booking, Catering, Tourism, Restaurants, Meeting Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Opera, Guest Service Management, Concierge Services, Convention Services, Delphi, Opening Hotels, Reservation, Lodging, Commitment to Customer..., Hospitality Management, Customer Service, Reservations
Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Walt Disney World May 2015 - Present
Universal Orlando August 2013 - Present
Experiential Marketing March 2013 - March 2015
Gaylord Entertainment October 2011 - July 2013
Chick-fil-A May 2012 - March 2013
Six Flags Over Texas March 2006 - November 2008
Skills
Entertainment, Digital Photography, Marketing, Customer Service, Social Networking, Trade Shows, Retail, Promotions, Food Service, Guerrilla Marketing, Photoshop, Portraits, Lighting, Film Production, Image Editing, Theatre, Final Cut Pro, Event Photography, Directing, Entertainment Industry, Events, Theme Parks, Corporate Events, Resorts, Festivals, Live Events, Hotels, Brand Awareness, Improvisation, Hospitality, Film Editing, Crowd Control, Mascot
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 2012 — 2013
Certificate, Photography
New York Film Academy 2009 — 2010
One Year Film Certificate, Film/Cinema/Video Studies
Pappas Bros Steakhouse June 2015 - Present
Bob's Steak & Chop House- Grapevine August 2007 - June 2015
Gaylord Entertainment 2006 - 2007
Skills
Empathy, Interpersonal..., Teamwork, Team Building, Interpersonal Therapy, Customer Service, Leadership, Counseling Psychology, Grief Counseling, Logics, Accepting Responsibility, Military, Disaster Response, First Aid, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Food Service, New Restaurant Openings, Sales, Event Planning, Interpersonal..., Microsoft Office, Social Media, Food
Education
Texas Wesleyan University 2013 — 2014
Masters in Counseling, Counseling Psychology, A
The University of Texas at Arlington 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
North Lake College 2003 — 2007
Startup Dallas June 2015 - Present
Magic Production Group September 2014 - Present
Lifetouch July 2014 - September 2014
Magic Production Group August 2012 - July 2014
Gaylord Entertainment February 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Social Media, Facebook, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Creative Direction, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Corporate Events, Marketing, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Blogging, Editing, Advertising, Marketing Communications
Education
North Lake College 2012 — 2013
Coppell High School 2007 — 2011
University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Accounting
YMCA of Middle Tennessee camp widjiwagon April 2014 - Present
Temple Hills Country Club September 2011 - May 2012
hillcrest healthcare 2012 - 2012
Personal Chef November 2010 - August 2011
Kroger December 2005 - November 2010
Gaylord Entertainment March 2004 - December 2005
Food Associates September 2002 - May 2003
Cracker Barrel April 2001 - September 2002
Skills
Coaching, Cooking, Nutrition, Food Safety, Food Quality, Motivation, Saute, Grill, Management, Purchasing, Customer Service, Parties, Menu Development, Sanitation, Chef, Culinary Skills, Dinners, Banquets, Recipes
Education
Nashville State Community College 2007 — 2009
Technical certificate., Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Concur August 2013 - Present
Enterprise Holdings Inc. March 2011 - August 2013
Enterprise Holdings Inc. July 2007 - March 2011
Gaylord Entertainment April 2005 - June 2007
Northwestern Mutual August 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Fleet Management, Cold Calling, Account Management, Profit, Sales Process, Sales Management, Sales, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Car Rental, B2B, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Outside Sales, Employee Management, Microsoft CRM, Transportation, Public Speaking, Presenter, Consulting, Recruiting, Management, Forecasting, Leadership, CRM, Solution Selling, Enterprise Software, Sales Presentations, Salesforce.com, Strategic Partnerships, SaaS
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2007
B.A., Business Management, Business Administration
Education and Training Concepts (etc) January 2010 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment 2007 - 2009
Gaylord Entertainment 2003 - 2007
Gaylord Entertainment January 2000 - November 2003
Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center 2001 - 2002
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center 1985 - 2000
Skills
Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Training Delivery, Performance Management, Training, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Food Service, Hotel Management, Resorts, Employee Relations, Leadership, Employee Training, Culinary Skills, Pre-opening, Public Speaking, Meeting Planning, Human Resources, Recruiting, Event Planning, Onboarding, Event Management, New Hire Orientations, Banquets, Catering, Restaurant Management, Revenue Analysis, Hiring, Menu Development, Front Office, Tourism, Yield Management, Customer Satisfaction, Corporate Events, Team Building, Trade Shows
Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor's degree, Secondary Education and Teaching
University of Central Florida 1979 — 1980
M.ED, Professional Development
University of Florida
Executive Education
The Brown Hotel April 2013 - Present
The Brown Hotel December 2011 - April 2013
The Brown Hotel November 2009 - December 2011
Gaylord Entertainment May 2006 - September 2009
Universal Orlando April 2005 - July 2008
Skills
Micros, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Resorts, Hotels, Hotel Management, Property Management..., Front Office, Rooms Division, MICROS, Tourism, Training, Opera, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Employee Relations, Process Scheduler, Banquets
Education
Murray State University 1999 — 2004
Theatre & Child Development
University of Alabama at Birmingham May 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment May 2011 - August 2011
Education
Mississippi State University 2007 — 2012
Communications, Public Relations
Gaylord Entertainment January 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment February 2005 - January 2012
HILTON IN THE WALT DISNEY WORLD RESORT May 2004 - February 2005
Hilton Miami Airport May 2001 - May 2004
CUNARD LINE LIMITED October 1999 - March 2001
DE PREZ TRAVEL BUREAU, INC February 1998 - September 1999
Skills
Convention Services, Conventions, Hotels, Catering, Banquets, Organization, Pay Close Attention to..., Events
Education
St. John Fisher College 1990 — 1991
Travel and Tourism Certificate Course
Monroe Community College 1989 — 1990
Travel and Tourism
LBMC May 2015 - Present
Macgregor's Wine and Spirits May 2014 - May 2015
Gaylord Entertainment July 2013 - January 2014
Florida State University August 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Customer Satisfaction, Public Speaking, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Prezi, Time Management, Social Skills, Leadership, Microsoft Office
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2014 — 2015
Completing coursework to take the CPA exam, Accounting, 3.3
Middle Tennessee State University 2005 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, Music Performance, Trumpet, 3.5
SVP Worldwide January 2013 - Present
Republic Services Inc May 2011 - December 2012
Boone, Brandon, Johnston & Evans March 2010 - May 2011
Delek US Holdings September 2007 - February 2010
Clopay Plastic Products April 2003 - September 2007
Gaylord Entertainment June 1986 - February 2001
Skills
Union Avoidance, Succession Planning, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Deferred Compensation, Human Resources, Performance Management, FMLA, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Talent Management, New Hire Orientations, Leadership Development, Payroll, ADP Payroll, Workforce Planning, Training, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Acquisition, Personnel Management, HR Policies, College Recruiting, Employee Engagement, Employee Handbooks, Employee Training, Hiring, Recruiting, PeopleSoft, Employment Law, Interviews, Organizational..., Job Descriptions, Workers Compensation, Career Development, Temporary Placement, HR Transformation, HR Consulting, Employer Branding, Conflict Resolution, Organizational..., Taleo, Sourcing
Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor's degree, Psychology and Social Work
Valdosta Toyota/Scion May 2014 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment February 2012 - October 2014
Legendary Marketing Solutions December 2013 - April 2014
Executive Protection Institute 2012 - 2014
USIS 2013 - December 2013
ITT Exelis June 2010 - May 2011
KBR, Inc. September 2007 - June 2010
Vance International August 2002 - April 2007
Skills
Physical Security, Executive Protection, Risk Assessment, Private Investigations, Security, Afghanistan, Security Operations, Corporate Security, Security Management, Surveillance, Firearms, Security Training, Counterterrorism, Personal Security, Weapons, Close Protection, Biometrics, Personal Protection, Personnel Security, Loss Prevention, CCTV, Asset Protection, Access Control
Education
College of Automotive 2015 — 2015
F&I
Executive Protection Institue 2012 — 2012
Personnel Protection Specialist, Executive Protection
Northern Virginia Community College 2001 — 2006
AS, General Studies
Grand Ole Opry July 2011 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment May 2007 - July 2011
Gaylord Entertainment June 2003 - May 2007
Skills
Facebook, Email Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Networking, Social Media, Content Strategy, YouTube, Hospitality, Hotels, Social Media Marketing, Omniture, PPC, Newsletters, Blogging, Marketing, Online Advertising, Market Planning, Management, Advertising, Sales, Online Marketing, Event Planning, Analytics, SEO, Interactive Marketing
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Simpson Law Firm, P.A. November 2011 - Present
ASR Nationwide LLC September 2009 - September 2011
AMN Healthcare January 2008 - September 2009
Southern Beverage Company August 2005 - December 2008
Victory Marketing LLC July 2001 - August 2005
Gaylord Entertainment January 2000 - January 2001
OffiSource 1995 - 2000
Skills
Accounts Payable, Great Plains Software, General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Accounting, QuickBooks, Journal Entries, Accruals, Invoicing, Financial Statements, Mas 90, Credit, Microsoft Dynamics SL, Bank Reconciliation, Payroll, Financial Reporting, ADP Payroll, Access, Analysis, Bookkeeping, Budgets, Cash Management, Expenses, Finance, Forecasting, Internal Controls, Microsoft Excel, Payments, Revenue Recognition, Variance Analysis, Cash Flow, Financial Analysis, Outlook, Tax, Process Improvement, Managerial Finance, Data Entry, Executive Management, Banking
Education
Mississippi College 1990 — 1991
Accounting
Mississippi State University 1989 — 1990
Accounting
Sawgrass Technologies June 2014 - Present
Bluewater Thermal Solutions July 2010 - June 2014
Bosch Rexroth September 2008 - July 2010
Bosch Rexroth Ltd. December 2005 - August 2008
Robert Bosch January 2003 - December 2005
Robert Bosch January 1999 - December 2002
Fruit of the Loom January 1998 - January 1999
Gaylord Entertainment May 1993 - January 1998
Skills
Automotive, Business Planning, Continuous Improvement, Cost Accounting, Finance, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Human Resources, Hyperion Enterprise, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Process Improvement, SAP
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1991 — 1993
M.B.A., Finance
Middle Tennessee State University 1987 — 1991
B.B.A., Double Major in Accounting & Business Finance
Marriott International January 2005 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment April 1997 - January 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Visio, CEACT, AIS, Maritime Firefighting, Radar Observer Inland, Adobe Acrobat, Customer Service, Training Facilitation, Logistic Support, Groupwise, Proformas, Hospitality, Budget Process, Dry Docking, Event Management, Leadership, Team Building, Marine Industry, Vessels, Recruiting, Logistics, Strategic Planning, Sales, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Human Resources, Food & Beverage, Catering, Budgets, Tourism, Management, Training, Project Management
Education
Aquinas College 2001 — 2005
BSBA, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.98
Tennessee State University 1996 — 1997
Marketing / Avaition Managment, 3.5
Murray State University 1994 — 1996
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, 3.98
HearingPlanet, Inc. (Sonova-EHC) August 2015 - Present
Connect Hearing US, Lyric, Phonak, Sonova-EHC January 2013 - August 2015
Gaylord Entertainment March 2011 - January 2013
MGM Resorts International September 2005 - January 2011
Marriott International June 2000 - September 2005
Marriott International January 1998 - January 2000
Marriott International January 1990 - January 1998
Skills
Hospitality, Call Center, Contact Centers, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Forecasting, Resorts, Operations Management, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Hotel Management, Vendor Management, Process Improvement, Call Centers, Leadership, Performance Management, Hotels, Budgets, CRM, Strategy, Project Management, Management
Education
Missouri State University 1985 — 2000
B.S, Hotel & Restaurant Administration
Associated Luxury Hotels International January 2012 - Present
Bellagio January 2010 - January 2012
Caesars Entertainment Corporation May 2009 - January 2010
JRK Hotel Group January 2008 - May 2009
Hyatt Hotels Corporation January 2007 - January 2008
Gaylord Entertainment September 2001 - January 2007
Hilton Worldwide September 1998 - September 2001
Skills
Negotiation, Budgeting, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Hotel Contract..., Hotel Site Selection, Hotel Management, Strategic Partnerships, Sales Presentations, Proposal Writing, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Sales Process, Creative Strategy, Hotels, Budgets, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Contract Negotiation, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Food & Beverage, Leadership, Marketing, Management
Education
Middlesex University
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE HONORS DEGREE, HOTEL/RESTAURANT MANAGEMENT
Westminster College, London England
HIGHER NATIONAL DIPLOMA, HOTEL AND CATERING MANAGEMENT
Isle of Wight College
NATIONAL DIPLOMA, HOTEL, CATERING AND INSTITUTIONAL MANAGEMENT
Elk City School Bus Barn July 2015 - Present
Schlumberger August 2006 - April 2015
Gaylord Entertainment November 2004 - June 2006
Valvoline April 2005 - April 2006
Skills
Oilfield, Onshore, Supervisory Skills, Oil/Gas, Stimulation, Petroleum, Completions, Upstream, Gas, Drilling, Operations Management, Logistics, Troubleshooting
Education
Nashville Auto Diesel College Inc 2004 — 2006
Diploma with Honors, Auto-Diesel Technology
MillerCoors January 2015 - Present
Tenth & Blake Beer Company November 2013 - Present
Tenth & Blake Beer Company January 2013 - November 2013
Crispin Cider Company November 2011 - January 2013
Pabst Brewing Company May 2011 - November 2011
Pabst Brewing Company January 2011 - May 2011
BRZoom-X 2009 - 2010
Gaylord Entertainment 2008 - 2009
Impact Networking 2007 - 2008
Oce 2006 - 2007
Skills
Digital Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Management, Beer, Budgets, Alcoholic Beverages, National Accounts, Account Management, Sales Management, Market Planning, Marketing Strategy, B2B, Beverage Industry, Brand Awareness, Brand Development, Brand Management, Business Development, Marketing, Direct Sales, Relationship Marketing, Business Planning, Key Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Trade Shows, Retail, Merchandising, FMCG, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Sales Presentations, Pricing, Sales Process, Sponsorship, Strategy, Selling, Distributors, Forecasting, Key Account Development, Event Management, IRI, Strategic Planning
Education
Northwestern University 2000 — 2005
Communication Studies, Communication, General
Hargrave Military Academy 1999 — 2000
Post-Graduate Degree
De La Salle High School 1995 — 1999
High School Diploma
Banks Helfrich Productions March 2013 - Present
Walt Disney World June 2009 - Present
Screen Actors Guild August 2006 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment September 2012 - January 2013
Nickelodeon Suites Resort April 2012 - September 2012
The Walt Disney Company January 2010 - June 2011
Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade November 2010 - November 2010
Artworks International June 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Film, Acting, Theatre, Film Production, Short Films, Television, Screenwriting, Entertainment, Drama, Commercials, Improvisation, Stage, Musical Theatre, Voice Acting, Performing Arts, Comedy, Plays, Casting
Education
New York University 2014 — 2015
Master's Degree, Theater Education
Five Towns College 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Theatre Arts
The Juilliard School 2007 — 2008
Classical Theatre
American Musical and Dramatic Academy 2005 — 2007
Acting, Studio Program
UPS March 2008 - Present
Scholastic Corporation August 2014 - January 2015
Pitney Bowes April 2013 - August 2013
Gaylord Entertainment September 2012 - January 2013
Grad Images April 2012 - June 2012
Eastman Kodak November 2011 - January 2012
GrindEFX 2009 - 2009
Kroger March 2006 - June 2008
Nashville State Tech Library August 2005 - May 2006
Kroger September 2004 - September 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Avid Media Composer, Pro Tools, Propellerheads Reason
Education
Tennessee State University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communications
Nashville State Community College 2005 — 2007
Didn't Finish, Visual Communications: Graphic Design, 3.0
Nashville State Technical Institute 2003 — 2005
Certificate, Music Technology, 3.3
Whites Creek High School 1999 — 2003
Diploma, Art/Art Studies, General
OVATION, Inc July 2015 - Present
digiChart, Inc. May 2014 - July 2015
EFC Systems October 2013 - May 2014
C7 Technologies April 2013 - November 2013
Best Buy October 2007 - August 2013
Gaylord Entertainment May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
C#, Agile Methodologies, SQL, Microsoft Office, Visio, ASP.NET, PL/SQL, VB.NET, Visual Studio, Microsoft SQL Server, .NET, Android, Oracle, C++, SDLC, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Visual Studio, WPF Development, WinForms, Visual Basic, HTML, T-SQL, LINQ, Web Applications, JavaScript, Eclipse, Software Development, Web Services, MVC Razor
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Computer Information Systems
Commonwealth of Kentucky June 2008 - December 2011
AT&T Mobility 2006 - April 2008
Wraser Pharmaceutical 2006 - 2006
Gaylord Entertainment 2004 - 2005
Education
Murray State University 1997 — 2003
B.S., Advertising/Marketing
Lone Oak High School 1994 — 1997
BNY Mellon November 2013 - Present
Bank of NewYork Mellon February 2010 - Present
SunTrust Bank August 1998 - June 2008
ResortQuest June 1991 - July 1997
Gaylord Entertainment 1991 - 1997
Skills
ITIL, Windows Server, Unix, SDLC, Banking, Technical Support, IT Security Operations, IT Security Policies, IT Management, Troubleshooting
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1986 — 1989
Nike August 2012 - Present
Walmart May 2008 - June 2012
Gap Inc. October 2005 - March 2008
Gaylord Entertainment January 2004 - September 2005
First Data Corporation February 2003 - October 2003
FedEx Corporation March 1996 - January 2003
Procter & Gamble December 1993 - February 1996
Sears, Roebuck and Co. April 1989 - December 1993
Allstate Insurance Corporation 1989 - 1991
Skills
Reputation Management, Corporate Social..., Issues Management, Crisis Communications, Financial Communications, Social Media, Media Relations, Brand Communication, Internal Communications, Strategy, Strategic Communications, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Message Development, Marketing Communications, Management, Leadership, Integrated Marketing, Corporate Communications
Education
Northwestern University 1984 — 1985
MSJ
Pomona College 1980 — 1984
B.A.
New Trier East High School 1976 — 1980
AT&T June 2014 - Present
Gleneagles Country Club February 2014 - June 2014
Darden April 2013 - February 2014
Gaylord Entertainment January 2011 - April 2013
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Hospitality, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Training, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Customer Satisfaction
Education
University of North Texas 2009 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Hospitality Administration/Management
North Lake College 2007 — 2009
Completed introductory degree requirements
PSAV June 2007 - Present
The Freeman Company May 1999 - May 2006
Gaylord Entertainment July 1998 - May 1999
The Freeman Company May 1996 - May 1998
Skills
AV, Live Events, Corporate Events, Video Production, Videography, Trade Shows, Hotels, Live Sound
Education
North Lake College
Cinematography and Film/Video Production
Sitel July 2015 - Present
Gannett July 2013 - June 2015
Nashville Area Chamber of Commerce May 2013 - June 2014
East-Centric Pavilion July 2012 - January 2014
Gannett October 2011 - July 2012
Vita Social Marketing Solutions October 2010 - October 2011
Gaylord Entertainment September 2009 - October 2010
Gaylord Entertainment January 2008 - September 2009
Second Harvest Food Bank of Middle Tennessee 2007 - 2007
Comcast Cable Communications 2005 - 2007
Skills
Entertainment, Marketing, Event Management, Hospitality, Leadership, Content Management, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Advertising, Strategy, Online Marketing
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1998 — 2004
B.S. Mass Communication, Public Relations/Advertising
Northwestern University
Online Coursework (Currently Enrolled), Content Strategy
Demos Restaurants May 2015 - Present
TrustPoint Hospital September 2012 - May 2015
Gaylord Entertainment 2007 - 2012
Skills
Procurement
Education
Nashville State Community College 2002 — 2004
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Legal Office Administration
LaVergne High School 1997 — 2001
HandyTrac April 2015 - Present
CompuCom April 2014 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment July 2012 - April 2014
Target February 2007 - March 2012
Skills
PowerPoint, Outlook, Troubleshooting, HTML, Teamwork, Computer Hardware, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Windows 7, Sales, Project Management, Windows, Program Management, Networking, Management, Event Management, Help Desk Support, Inventory Management, Communication, Logistics, Project Planning, Leadership
Education
North Lake College 2013 — 2014
CCNA - CCNP, Infomation Technology
Hard Rock Cafe Hollywood Blvd. October 2014 - Present
Laser Quest January 2013 - September 2014
Gaylord Entertainment September 2011 - November 2012
Skills
Storytelling, Creative Writing, Screenwriting, Video Editing, Video Production, Singing, Acting, Voice Over, Final Cut Pro
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Woods Amphitheater at Fontanel July 2014 - Present
The Fontanel May 2013 - Present
Bridgestone Arena January 2013 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment July 2012 - Present
Middle Tennessee State University June 2012 - October 2012
Grand Ole Opry January 2012 - May 2012
MTSU May 2011 - May 2012
Middle Tennessee State University May 2010 - May 2011
Hickman County Highway Department August 2007 - May 2011
Columbia State Community College March 2009 - April 2010
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Event Planning, Research, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Social Networking, Marketing, Illustrator, Close Attention to...
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Recording Industry-Music Business
Columbia State 2008 — 2010
Associate in Applied Science, General Transfer
12 Degree Entertainment March 2015 - Present
Pye Barker Fire & Safety February 2013 - March 2015
Gaylord Entertainment October 2011 - December 2012
Gaylord Entertainment May 2010 - October 2011
Gaylord Entertainment February 2008 - April 2010
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Hotels, Hospitality, Sales, Leadership, Hospitality Industry, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Cold Calling, Resorts, Budgets, Hospitality Management, Lead Generation, Management, New Business Development, Training, Tourism, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2007
BA, Marketing & Business Administration
Backyard Products LLC March 2015 - Present
Evolved Technical Staffing (ETS) March 2014 - April 2015
Gaylord Entertainment May 2013 - May 2014
Discount Tire Company April 2012 - March 2013
Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Hospitality, Inventory Management, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Sales, Profit, Time Management, Hiring, Hotel Management, Team Building, Customer Service, Account Management, Sales Management, Vendor Management, Process Scheduler, Tires, Wheels, Employee Training, Volunteer Management, Volunteering, Non-profit Volunteering, Volunteer Recruiting, Sports Writing, CRM
Education
Erie Mason 2011 — 2011
Diploma
Monroe County Community College
Business Administration and Management, General
Hilton Worldwide March 2014 - Present
White Lodging Services September 2012 - March 2014
HEI Hotels & Resorts June 2010 - September 2012
Gaylord Entertainment July 2007 - June 2010
Double Tree Nashville Airport 2002 - 2005
Double Tree Nashville Airport 2002 - 2005
Skills
Meeting Planning, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Convention Services, Catering, Food, Banquets, Event Management, Event Planning, Delphi, Conference Coordination, Fine Dining, Food, Wine, Customer Satisfaction, Guest Service Management, Hotel Management, Corporate Events, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Resorts, Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Trade Shows, Coordinating Events, Banquet Operations, Concierge Services, Dinners, Live Events, Coordinating Special..., Front Office
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Indiana University Southeast 1999 — 2001
General Studies
Exploring Options June 2015 - Present
Country Music Hall Of Fame and Museum February 2015 - June 2015
Country Music Hall of Fame and Musuem March 2010 - February 2015
Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum January 2001 - March 2010
Tennessee Malt Beverage Assn 1989 - 2001
Gaylord Opryland Hotel 1986 - 1989
Gaylord Entertainment 1986 - 1989
Skills
Event Planning, Hotels, Customer Service, Hospitality Industry, Event Management, Fundraising, Budgeting, Contract Negotiation, Advertising, Trade Shows, Food & Beverage, Non-profits, Catering, Social Media, Management, Budgets, Weddings, Live Events, Meeting Planning, Entertainment, Email Marketing, Corporate Events, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Hospitality, Social Networking, Sales, Facebook, Music, Nonprofits, Sponsorship, Music Publishing, Wedding Planning, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Publicity, Marketing Communications, Private Events, Coordinating Events, Marketing, Music Industry, Hospitality Management, Media Relations, Event Producing, Blogging, Entertainment Industry, Convention Services, Concert Production, Marketing Strategy, Parties
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communications
Friendship Christian Schoool 1974 — 1980
Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants June 2012 - Present
Tennessee Society of Certified Public Accountants June 2006 - June 2012
DigiScript, Inc. November 2005 - May 2006
Gaylord Entertainment May 2005 - October 2005
Skills
Event Planning, Email Marketing, Customer Relations, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Event Marketing, Web Design, Customer Service
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2001 — 2005
B.B.A., Marketing, Business Administration
Tennessee Department of Tourism March 2013 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment July 2006 - November 2012
Gaylord Opryland July 2006 - November 2012
Skills
Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Catering, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Resorts, Hospitality Management, Tourism, Revenue Analysis, Meeting Planning, Corporate Events, Event Management, Front Office, Microsoft Office, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Pre-opening, Customer Service, Banquets, Convention Services
Education
Moorpark College 1980 — 1982
Direct General Auto Insurance February 2015 - Present
Direct General Auto Insurance April 2011 - February 2015
Direct General Corporation October 2010 - April 2011
Gaylord Entertainment November 2009 - October 2010
Pella Corporation November 2004 - November 2009
Skills
Employee Relations, Performance Management, Deferred Compensation, Employee Engagement, Employee Benefits, Onboarding, Human Resources, Human Resource..., Lean Manufacturing, Team Building, Training, Benefits Administration, Workers Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Project Management
Education
Murray State University 2006 — 2008
Master of Science, Organizational Communication
CBRE February 2013 - Present
March Funeral Homes August 2011 - January 2012
Gaylord Entertainment June 2009 - April 2011
B & B Financial, LLC June 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Social Media, Facebook, Customer Service, Event Planning, Project Management, Event Management, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Public Relations
Education
Morgan State University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
Virginia Commonwealth University 2007 — 2009
Mass Communication/Media Studies
VF Imagewear January 2014 - Present
VF Imagewear July 2007 - January 2014
Gaylord Entertainment August 2006 - July 2007
Tommy Hilfiger August 2005 - August 2006
Fifth & Pacific Companies, Inc. August 2002 - August 2005
Swim in Sport June 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Apparel, Retail, Fashion, Product Development, Sourcing, Textiles, Team Building, Manufacturing, Brio Reports, Cognos, Supply Chain, Sales, Management, Marketing, Trend Analysis, Negotiation, Merchandising
Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelors of Science Degree, Textiles, Merchandising, Design
Middle Tennessee State University
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Dollar General May 2013 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment June 2010 - April 2013
Gaylord Entertainment 2007 - June 2010
Gaylord Entertainment November 2004 - 2007
Skills
•Mark View, •Oracle AP/Procurement..., •Microsoft Office..., •Quark Xpress, Accounts Payable
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1997 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Public Relations
Seminole County Public Schools August 2014 - Present
Orange County Public Schools August 2006 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment September 2001 - April 2005
Skills
Classroom, Tutoring, Classroom Management, Literacy, Curriculum Development, Differentiated..., Instructional Design, Employee Training, Curriculum Design
Education
The University of Memphis 1999 — 2001
MS, Instructional Design and Technology
Mississippi University for Women 1995 — 1998
Elementary Education
Education Career Alternatives Program August 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment March 2006 - October 2009
The Walt Disney Company June 2005 - August 2006
Education
Midwestern State University
Bachelor's degree, Applied Arts and Sciences
Educational Services of America May 2010 - Present
UHS October 2009 - May 2010
UHS August 2009 - October 2009
AMSURG July 2007 - August 2009
Gaylord Entertainment May 2007 - July 2007
Gaylord Entertainment January 2006 - May 2007
Gaylord Entertainment September 2004 - December 2005
Gaylord Entertainment March 2004 - September 2004
Buffini & Company- Real Estate Training, Coaching & Events June 2003 - December 2003
Skills
Accounting, Financial Reporting, Great Plains Software, Financial Analysis, Payroll Taxes, Payroll, Budgets, Financial Modeling, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, GAAP, CPA, Accounts Receivable
Education
Muskingum College 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, Public Accounting, Business, Economics, Cum Laude 3.502 GPA
Marietta High School 1995 — 1999
High School Diploma, 3.98 GPA
Metro Nashville Public Schools July 2013 - Present
Metro Nashville Public Schools March 2009 - July 2013
CVS Caremark Corporation November 2006 - September 2008
Gaylord Entertainment February 2005 - October 2006
Dr. Barabara Stephens Pediactric Clinic August 1998 - January 2005
Skills
Outlook, Payroll, 10 Key, Filing, Policy, Microsoft Excel, Journal Entries, Management, Accounting, Program Management, Bookkeeping, General Ledger, Analysis, Customer Service, Fax, Software Documentation, Microsoft Office, Call Centers, Quality Assurance, Insurance, Staff Development, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Community Outreach
Education
Nashville State Community College 2010 — 2014
Certification/ Administrative Assisatant, Business Administration and Management, General, Sophmore
Butler Snow LLP May 2014 - Present
The Law Office of Steve Spann December 2013 - Present
Counsel On Call November 2013 - Present
Baker Donelson July 2010 - November 2013
The Law Office of Steve Spann June 2006 - July 2010
BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee December 2003 - May 2006
Sherrard & Roe, PLC November 1997 - May 2002
Gaylord Entertainment July 1992 - October 1997
First American Corporation February 1990 - June 1992
King and Ballow May 1986 - February 1990
Skills
Civil Litigation, Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Employment Litigation, Business Litigation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Non-compete Agreements, Litigation Management, Employment..., Employment Law, Trade Secrets, Arbitration, Appeals, Class Actions, Budgets, worker's compensation, Depositions, FMLA, Personal Injury, Discrimination, Trial Practice, Administrative Law, Courts, Corporate Law, Dispute, Health Law, Intellectual Property, Mediation, Trials, Workers Compensation
Education
National Institute for Trial Advocacy 1988 — 1988
Trial Practice Certificate, Law
University of Tennessee College of Law 1981 — 1984
J.D., Law
Middle Tennessee State University 1976 — 1981
B.S., Political Science
Bellevue 1970 — 1976
Kentucky Petroleum Marketers Assocation January 2015 - Present
Ale-8-One Bottling Company March 2013 - December 2014
Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center January 2012 - March 2013
Gaylord Entertainment October 2010 - January 2012
Gaylord Entertainment January 2010 - October 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Meeting Planning, Catering, Customer Service, Management, Convention Services, Marketing Strategy, Grassroots Marketing, Corporate Events, Adobe Creative Suite, Mac OS X, Digital Photography, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Front Office, Food & Beverage, Banquets, Marketing, Guest Service Management, Trade Shows, Property Management..., Event Management, Tourism, OS X
Education
Morehead State University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication
MCR Development, LLC April 2015 - Present
MCR Development, LLC November 2014 - April 2015
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. October 2012 - October 2014
RHW Management, Inc. June 2011 - May 2012
RHW Management, Inc. July 2010 - September 2011
Gaylord Entertainment March 2009 - August 2009
Hilton Worldwide May 2008 - January 2009
Marriott International May 2007 - May 2008
Marriott International September 2006 - May 2007
Marriott International May 2004 - September 2006
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Analysis, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Sales, New Business Development, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Advertising, Hospitality, Resorts, Yield Management, Leadership, Hotel Management, Pre-opening, Front Office
Education
Northern Arizona University
Hotel & Restuarant Management
American Intercontinental University
Photography & Art History
Gaylord Entertainment August 2005 - Present
Universal Music Group July 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Hospitality, Hotels
Education
Murray State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Advertising
EZLynx April 2013 - Present
ACE Promotions September 2012 - March 2013
Authority Roofing January 2012 - February 2013
Auberge Resorts January 2011 - September 2011
Gaylord Entertainment 2005 - 2010
Skills
Construction Management, Construction, Contractors, Contract Management, Project Management, Value Engineering, MS Project, Change Orders, Subcontracting, Project Planning, Project Estimation, Renovation, Budgets, Customer Satisfaction, Contract Negotiation, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Event Management, Food & Beverage, Forecasting, Front Office, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Marketing, Process Scheduler, Project Coordination, Resorts, Restaurants, Sales, Salesforce.com, Supervisory Skills, Team Building, Time Management, Training, Hiring, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Employee Relations, Wine, B2B, Revenue Analysis, Social Networking, Public Relations, Food, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy
Education
University of North Texas 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, 3.7 Grade Point Average
North Lake College 2005 — 2008
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
malsbary + associates June 2011 - Present
DC Central Kitchen August 2009 - September 2011
Gaylord Entertainment January 2008 - May 2009
Centerplate December 2004 - October 2007
Skills
Culinary Education, Financial Analysis, New Business Development, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Catering, Menu Development, Cuisine, Hotels, Culinary Skills, Banquets, Team Building, Food, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Budgets, Trade Shows, Corporate Events, Meeting Planning, Event Management, Purchasing, Food Service, Customer Service, Restaurant Management, Nonprofits, Leadership, Income Statement, Hospitality Management, Food Safety, HACCP, Contract Negotiation, Forecasting, Profit, Hiring, Training, Resorts, Pre-opening, Hotel Management, Cost Control, Cooking, Revenue Analysis, Recipes, Fine Dining, Sanitation, Wine, Food Industry, Parties, Ingredients, Front Office, Yield Management
Education
Montgomery College 1986 — 1988
Hospitality and Food Service Management, Travel & Tourism
University of Maryland
Business Administration
Hospice Compassus September 2012 - Present
American HomePatient July 2010 - September 2012
Spheris/MedQuist April 2008 - July 2010
Spheris June 2007 - March 2008
Gaylord Entertainment January 2007 - June 2007
Gaylord Entertainment 2006 - January 2007
Gaylord Entertainment July 2005 - 2006
Releford Insurance Agency, Nationwide Insurance 2000 - 2003
Skills
Financial Analysis, Budgeting, Accounting, Forecasting, Financial Reporting, Excel, General Ledger, Budgets, Accounts Payable, Auditing, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Account Reconciliation, Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Audit, Analysis, Great Plains Software, Internal Controls, Management, Fixed Assets, Leadership, Variance Analysis, SEC filings, Financial Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley, Team Building, Managerial Finance, Accounts Receivable, Capital Budgeting, GAAP, Training, Due Diligence, PeopleSoft, Payroll, Financial Statements, Mergers & Acquisitions, Cost Accounting, Journal Entries, Accruals
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2006
MBA, Business Administration
Middle Tennessee State University 1999 — 2003
BBA, Finance
Direct General Auto Insurance January 2015 - Present
Dataium November 2013 - January 2015
Dataium March 2013 - November 2013
Healthcare Management Systems April 2012 - March 2013
Nissan North America August 2007 - August 2012
Gaylord Entertainment February 2005 - August 2007
Aqueduct Technology August 2003 - February 2005
Syncor International September 1998 - February 2003
Skills
Business Intelligence, Agile Project Management, Agile Methodologies, Java, Software Development, CRM, Scrum, E-commerce, Enterprise Architecture, Data Warehousing, Software Project..., Integration, Project Management, Requirements Analysis, SDLC, Cloud Computing, Business Analysis, PMP, Program Management, Omniture, Analysis, Leadership
Education
University of Mississippi 1982 — 1986
BSEE, Electrical Engineering
Millsaps College 1987 — 1991
MBA, Business
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 2006 — 2006
Certificate of Statistics, Statistics
University of West Florida 2012 — 2012
Master of Science (MS), Computer Science
Nashville Shores March 2014 - Present
CVS Health June 2013 - February 2014
Tommy Bahama March 2012 - May 2013
Rawlings Company August 2011 - January 2012
Gaylord Entertainment June 2004 - July 2011
Target September 2003 - May 2004
LifeWay Christian Resources August 1996 - September 2003
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Management, Leadership, Event Planning, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management, Event Management, Training, Sales Management
Education
Morehead State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, Communications/Music
Silver Dollar City Attractions March 1991 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment March 1989 - March 1991
Skills
Hospitality, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Contact Center..., Operations Management, Budgets, Leadership, Public Relations, Advertising, Online Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Marketing, Retail, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Customer Satisfaction, Strategic Planning
Education
Missouri State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Communication and Media Studies
Pillars Hospitality Group 2008 - Present
Levy Restaurants July 2007 - September 2008
Senate Hospitality February 2002 - February 2007
Gaylord Entertainment July 1999 - October 2001
John Q Hammons January 1994 - July 1999
Davidson Hotels July 1984 - February 1994
Education
The Culinary Institute of America 1973 — 1974
AOS, Culinary Arts
Northeastern University 1971 — 1973
Business Management
immaculate conception 1959 — 1967
312 Pizza Company January 2014 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment July 2012 - January 2014
The Old Spaghetti Factory May 2011 - July 2012
Gino's East of Lake Geneva May 2009 - April 2011
Education
Northern Illinois University 1998 — 2003
The Venetian January 2013 - Present
Marriott International, Inc (Lodging Industry) June 2011 - December 2012
Gaylord Entertainment October 2008 - June 2011
Gaylord Entertainment April 2006 - October 2008
Gaylord Opryland Resort & Convention Center 2002 - 2005
Service Merchandise January 2001 - April 2002
Service Merchandise April 1996 - January 2001
Skills
Budgets, Customer Service, Team Building, Operations Management, Retail, Leadership, Management, Outlook, Process Improvement, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Process Scheduler, Financial Analysis, Labor Management, Labor Management Systems, Team Leadership, Hospitality, Forecasting, Microsoft Excel, Hotels, Resorts, Hotel Management, Project Planning, Hospitality Industry, Performance Management, Yield Management, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Management, Competitive Analysis, Negotiation, Income Statement, Revenue Forecasting, Opening Hotels, Lodging, Analysis, Property Management..., Hiring, Pre-opening, Guest Service Management, Catering, Food & Beverage, Rooms Division, Micros, Front Office, Restaurants, Convention Services, P&L
Education
Mississippi State University - College of Business and Industry 1983 — 1987
BS, Business with Emphasis on Marketing
Plaza Home Mortgage July 2013 - Present
Triangle Materials January 2012 - July 2013
Real Estate Mortgage Network- September 2011 - January 2012
Walker Jackson Mortgage Corporation 2010 - 2011
Dover Mortgage Company December 2008 - March 2010
Homecomings Financial March 2008 - September 2008
First Franklin 2002 - 2008
EquiFirst 1998 - 2003
Gaylord Entertainment 1990 - 1995
Skills
Mortgage Lending, FHA, USDA, Mortgage Banking, Loans, Refinance, Loan Origination, Credit, Sales Management, VA loans, Cold Calling
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1994 — 1995
B.A., Marketing
The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa August 2002 - May 2009
Gaylord Entertainment 2001 - 2002
Gaylord Opryland Resort and Convention Center 2001 - 2002
Opryland Hotel 1977 - 2001
Four Season Mandalay Hotel 1982 - 1983
Loew's Anatole 1981 - 1982
Education
Montreat College 2004 — 2009
MBA, BBA, Business
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1974 — 1977
BS, Recreation
Gallatin High School 1971 — 1974
PSAV March 2008 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment 2006 - 2008
Gaylord Entertainment January 2005 - February 2006
Skills
Meeting Planning, Corporate Events, Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Event Management, Hospitality Industry, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Resorts, Hotel Management
Education
North Central Texas College 2002 — 2005
General Studies
American Airlines Director of SalesHilton Garden InnJune 2015 - Present
Global Experience Specialists (GES) December 2004 - February 2012
Bally's/Paris Resort Casino March 2004 - December 2004
Gaylord Entertainment May 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Service, Hospitality, Trade Shows
Education
New Mexico State University 1999 — 2001
Gale Company, Inc. October 2012 - Present
Murphey Promotion, Inc. January 2009 - October 2012
Gaylord Entertainment 2000 - 2008
ADT Automotive 1998 - March 2000
Gaylord Entertainment 1995 - 1998
UNARCO 1992 - 1995
Jacques-Miller, Inc. 1985 - 1992
Education
Nashville State Community College
Associate's degree, Information Technology
Ingram Content Group August 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment October 2011 - October 2012
Gaylord Entertainment March 2005 - October 2011
Sarcom January 1998 - March 2003
Skills
EMC Storage, Exchange 2010/2007/2003, Brocade Fibre Switches, VMware Certified..., Microsoft Certified..., Anti-spam, SMTP, CommVault, Netbackup, Server 2000-2008, Microsoft Cluster, Racks, RecoverPoint, Unisphere, ScanMail, zoning, Cluster, Dell PowerEdge Servers, Microsoft Exchange, Server Administration, Servers, Storage Area Networks, System Administration, VMware, Windows 7, Windows Server
Education
Nashville State Community College 1980 — 1985
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Science
LEGACY Consulting, PR & Events April 2012 - Present
Freelance Writer March 2003 - April 2012
Tennessee Titans April 2001 - March 2012
Gaylord Entertainment December 1999 - March 2001
Service Merchandise August 1997 - March 1999
Chaz Taylor Advertising Agency May 1995 - June 1997
Skills
Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Corporate Social..., Corporate Communications, Community Engagement, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, Event Management, Internal Communications, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Advertising, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Publicity, Marketing, Social Media, Newsletters, Facebook, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing
Education
New Mexico State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communications, Journalism & Public Relations
Rosen Shingle Creek April 2014 - Present
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin January 2012 - April 2014
Gaylord Entertainment December 2001 - May 2007
Skills
Hospitality Industry, Catering, Hiring, Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Banquets, Contract Negotiation, Resorts, Pre-opening, Purchasing, Hospitality, Food & Beverage
Education
Monroe Community College 1985 — 1989
bs, restaurant management
Chesnutt Family Operations December 1990 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment December 2010 - January 2012
YMCA of Middle Tennessee January 2008 - September 2010
Kaschper Racing Shells June 2002 - December 2007
Skills
Social Networking, Entrepreneur, Social Media, Public Speaking, Coaching, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Small Business, Leadership Development, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Competitive Analysis, Editing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Business Development, Blogging, Business Planning, Program Management, Leadership, Fundraising, Event Planning, Event Management, Marketing, Training, Budgets, Nonprofits, Social Media Marketing, Volunteer Management, Management, Time Management, Team Leadership, Community Outreach, Research, Entrepreneurship, Organizational..., Recruiting, Teaching, Microsoft Excel, Contract Negotiation, PowerPoint, Sales, Outlook, Analysis, Hospitality, Project Management, Account Management, Microsoft Word
Education
Middle Tennessee State University
B.S., Economics
Drug Enforcement Administration November 2009 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment January 2008 - February 2009
Education
Norfolk State University
BS, Communications
Gaylord Entertainment July 2005 - Present
Mills Electrical March 1990 - August 2003
Skills
Pre-opening, Resorts, Hotels, Hotel Management, Budgets, Process Scheduler, Hospitality Industry, Electricians, Hospitality, Contract Negotiation, Renovation, Hospitality Management, Property Management..., Construction Management, Construction, Team Building, Front Office, Revenue Analysis, Contract Management, Restaurants, Customer Service, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Project Management, Quality Control, Maintenance & Repair, Operations Management, Purchasing, Forecasting, Projects, Time Management, Management, Project Coordination, Capital Budgeting, Process Improvement, Food & Beverage, Strategic Planning, Facilities Management, Energy Efficiency, Cost Control, Yield Management, Customer Satisfaction, Supervisory Skills, Training, Engineering, Hiring, Energy Management, Convention Services, Opening Hotels, Event Management
Education
North Lake College 1987 — 1991
Tractor Supply Company June 2015 - Present
Tractor Supply Company April 2010 - Present
Sitel April 2007 - April 2010
Gaylord Entertainment 2005 - 2007
Skills
Auditing, Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2005
BS in Buiness Administration, Accounting
Hillsborough County June 2013 - Present
RWB & Associates, LLC October 2012 - Present
On Board Progressive Training January 2012 - Present
Westin Hotels & Resorts November 2011 - February 2012
City of Grapevine Community Activities Center December 2009 - December 2010
Gaylord Entertainment December 2008 - September 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Restaurants, Social Media, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, Inventory Management, Food & Beverage, Time Management, Sales, Food, Food Service, Event Management, Teamwork
Education
Texas Woman's University 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Kinesiology and Exercise Science, Magna Cum Laude
North Lake College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Outdoor Biology/Ecology, Magna Cum Laude
Center for American Progress May 2014 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment February 2008 - May 2014
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Windows, Troubleshooting, Team Leadership, Team Building, Accounting, Project Management, Access
Education
Norfolk State University
Nebraska Furniture Mart 2014 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment 2009 - 2013
T-Mobile 2007 - 2009
Caribou Coffee 2006 - 2007
Cracker Barrel May 2005 - September 2006
Jack in the Box 1999 - 2005
Six Flags 1992 - 1999
Skills
Talent Management, Succession Planning, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Training, Human Resources, Performance Management, New Hire Orientations, Hiring, Employee Training, Onboarding, Applicant Tracking..., College Recruiting, Interviews, Team Building
Education
Northwood University
Bachelors, Business Management
myNexus March 2015 - Present
IDR March 2014 - March 2015
Collegiate Sports Data August 2013 - March 2014
Bridgestone December 2012 - August 2013
Ettain Group September 2011 - December 2012
Gaylord Entertainment June 2008 - September 2011
Link2gov June 2007 - June 2008
QSource January 2006 - June 2007
Cenveo December 2003 - December 2005
TennCare June 1999 - November 2003
Skills
T-SQL, Database Design, SQL Server, Business Intelligence, C#, Data Warehousing, SQL, SSIS, Clustering, Disaster Recovery, PL/SQL, Database Development, Databases, Windows, Troubleshooting, System Administration, .NET, MySQL, Database Administration, ETL, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server, Programming, SharePoint, Windows Server 2008, DB2, VB.NET, Visual Basic, Active Directory, Application Development, Visual Studio, Database Management, Crystal Reports, Database Admin, Microsoft SQL Server, IIS, SSRS, Performance Tuning, Cluster, SQL Tuning, SDLC, Software Development, Technical Support, Requirements Analysis, Operating Systems, Oracle, MS Project, VMware
Education
Murray State University 1992 — 1995
MS, Management of Technology
Murray State University 1982 — 1985
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Engineering Physics with Specialization in Computer Science, 3.15
Murray State University 1982 — 1985
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mathematics, 3.15
Convenant Surgical Partners/Consolidated Pathology Inc. January 2014 - March 2014
CIGNA/Healthspring October 2013 - December 2013
UnitedHealth Group June 2013 - October 2013
PathGroup Labs September 2005 - March 2013
Fiserv Health 2000 - 2005
Gaylord Entertainment June 1996 - 1999
Skills
Solid computer skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Phone skills, Highly Detailed, use of office machines:..., 10 Key, Needs little supervison, fast learner, HIPPA compliant, Accounting, Billing Process, Data Entry, Healthcare, Insurance, Billing Services, Invoicing, Customer Service, Medical Terminology, Medicare, Medical Billing, Outlook, Quality Assurance, PeopleSoft, Sales, Strategic Planning, Telephone Skills, Spreadsheets, Time Management
Education
National College of Business and Technology-Nashville 2005 — 2006
Medical Billing and Coding
Kearney High School 1977 — 1980
High School Diploma
Restless Heart Inc. March 2013 - Present
PSAV April 2011 - Present
CTS Audio (freelance) June 2010 - Present
Self Employed Audio Engineer January 2010 - Present
Lipscomb University August 2011 - 2013
Gaylord Entertainment April 2010 - June 2011
Skills
FOH, AV, Stage, Live Sound, Audio Engineering, Audio, Sound, Recording, Guitar, Sound Reinforcement, Production, Music, Music Production, Audio Mixing
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelors, Recording industry
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor's, Production and Technology
Motlow State Community College
General Studies
Gaylord Entertainment March 2008 - Present
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC October 1998 - February 2008
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Food & Beverage, Hotel Management, Banquets, Catering, Pre-opening, Revenue Analysis, Restaurants
Education
Northern Virginia Community College
Country Music Hall Of Fame and Museum March 2015 - Present
Levy Restaurants-Bridgestone Arena July 2014 - March 2015
401K Financial Services May 2011 - July 2014
Art Institute of Tennessee 2011 - 2014
Prudential Life Insurance Company of America, Newark, New Jersey May 2010 - May 2011
The Grove Park Inn Resort & Spa 2002 - 2009
Gaylord Entertainment 1994 - 2002
Skills
Hospitality, Resorts, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Industry, Fine Dining, Hotel Management, Culinary Skills, Budgets, Banquets, Event Planning, Revenue Analysis, Menu Development, Wine, Restaurants, Event Management, Customer Service, Catering, Meeting Planning, Front Office, Team Building, Pre-opening, Food, Purchasing, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing, Tourism, Food Service, Process Scheduler, Training, Corporate Events, Yield Management, Trade Shows, Restaurant Management, Leadership, Hiring, Sales, Time Management, Management, Forecasting, Employee Training, Inventory Management, Recruiting, Sales Management, Employee Relations, Operations Management, Business Planning, Pricing, Contract Negotiation
Education
Montreat College 2006 — 2009
MBA, BBA, Business Administration
Ryman Hospitality Properties (formerly Gaylord Entertainment) September 2011 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment July 2010 - September 2011
Rubloff Contruction, Inc. February 2007 - June 2010
Del Monte Foods, Inc. August 2002 - February 2007
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2002
MBA
Oral Roberts University 1990 — 1992
BS, Accounting
Parkinson Construction February 2012 - Present
Align Professionals January 2012 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment February 2011 - January 2012
EYP Architecture & Engineering September 2007 - January 2010
Turner Construction May 2004 - September 2007
Skills
Construction Management, Contract Management, Construction Engineering, Project Coordination, Project Engineering, Project Management, Professional Organizing, Professional..., Subcontracting, Contractors, Process Scheduler, Program Management, Change Orders
Education
University of Maryland University College 2013 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Project Management
North Carolina A&T State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Architectural Engineering
Ingram Book Company November 2011 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment May 2006 - November 2011
First Consulting Group May 2005 - May 2006
Education
Middle Tennessee State University
Nashville State Community College
Bank of America February 2013 - June 2013
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage February 2012 - January 2013
Gaylord Entertainment January 2005 - January 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint
Education
The University of Texas at Dallas 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management
North Central Texas College
Associate of Arts
Metro Nashville Public Schools August 2000 - Present
Metro Nashville Public Schools January 1984 - August 2000
Gaylord Entertainment May 1986 - December 1997
Skills
K-12, Special Education, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Curriculum Design, Differentiated..., Tutoring, Educational Technology, Teacher Training, Instructional Design, Teaching, Higher Education, Staff Development
Education
Trevecca Nazarene University 2006 — 2008
Master's degree, Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Middle Tennessee State University 1998 — 2000
Master's degree, School Counseling
University of Tennessee-Knoxville 1980 — 1983
BS, English/Language Arts Teacher Education
Gaylord Entertainment 1988 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment 1988 - Present
The Tennessean May 1985 - February 1987
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 1981 — 1984
Information Technology
Pinnacle Property Management Services May 2014 - Present
Open Table 2011 - 2014
Open Table 2011 - 2014
Delaware North Companies May 2012 - April 2013
Labor Finders August 2005 - May 2006
Gaylord Entertainment January 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Forklift, Dishwashing, French, MS Office, Manual Palletjack, F endorsement, Banquets, Microsoft Office
Education
Nashville State Community College 1997 — 2004
History
Benton Hall 1992 — 1994
Father Ryan 1990 — 1992
Caribe Royale All-Suite Hotel & Convention Center October 2012 - Present
Hilton Hotels Worldwide September 2011 - October 2012
Gaylord Entertainment June 2005 - September 2011
Skills
Resorts, Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Rooms Division, Front Office, Restaurants, Property Management..., Tourism
Education
Monroe College 2002 — 2003
Vanderbilt University April 2008 - Present
Gaylord Entertainment December 1995 - April 2000
Walt Disney World May 1986 - December 1995
Education
Murray State University