Graco Company
Industry: Baby products
DescriptionGraco is an American baby products company based in High Point, North Carolina. It is owned and operated by Newell Brands. Graco was founded in 1942 in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, by Russell Gray and Robert Cone as Graco Metal Products, a company that fabricated machine and car parts. Founder: Russell Gray; Robert Cone Headquarters: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States Parent: Newell Brands
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Graco Employees
Graco August 2015 - Present
Danfoss Power Solutions June 2013 - August 2015
Sauer-Danfoss November 2009 - May 2013
Sauer-Danfoss January 2007 - November 2009
3M March 2004 - June 2006
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, PPAP, DFM&A, GR&R, Process Capability, Process Development, PFMEA, Process Control, Product Design, Product Validation, 8D Problem Solving, Certified Internal..., Project Management, Testing, Supplier Quality, Quality Management, Internal Audit, Engineering, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, FMEA
Education
Iowa State University 2008 — 2011
MBA, Business Administration
Iowa State University 2002 — 2007
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Aarhus Universitet 2011 — 2011
MBA Summer Program, MBA
Polaris Industries October 2013 - Present
Graco October 2002 - October 2013
Liberty Carton Company January 2000 - October 2002
Skills
Technical Illustration, Multimedia, Video Production, Technical Documentation, Digital Photography, Technical Writing, FrameMaker, Graphics, Layout, Product Design
Education
Bemidji State University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2006 — 2013
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Ridgewater College 1997 — 1999
Computer Art & Publishing, Art/Art Studies, General
Marshall High School 1992 — 1996
Seeking next opportunity August 2015 - Present
Broaderview Intl June 2009 - Present
Plano Synergy Holding August 2014 - June 2015
Plano Synergy 2014 - 2015
Ameristep Inc 2004 - 2011
Ameristep Inc 2004 - 2011
Ameristep Inc 2004 - 2011
Graco 2000 - 2001
Graco 2000 - 2001
Skills
Sourcing, Team Building, Management, Sales, Product Development, Logistics, Leadership, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Inventory Management, Project Management, Negotiation, Purchasing, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Sales Management, Chinese and English..., Coaching, Quality Assurance
Education
Changchun University of Technology 1989 — 1993
Macromolecular Chemical Engineering, 4-years university
Experis October 2011 - Present
Experis October 2011 - May 2014
Graco February 2005 - April 2009
Skills
Management, Troubleshooting, Data Analysis, Testing, User Acceptance Testing, Quality Assurance, Test Planning, SDLC, Access, Software Quality..., Leadership, SharePoint, Requirements Analysis, Integration, Visio
Education
Colorado Technical University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, BSIT, 3.6
Kilian Community College 2004 — 2008
Associate's Degree, Applied Business Management, 3.00
Cambridge Tutrorial College
Diploma, Tour and Travel agency management., Merit
Graco June 2014 - Present
Valco Melton June 1996 - June 2014
Wilden Pump and Engineering March 1994 - May 1996
Skills
End of line packaging, Adhesive application, Container (box) design, Public Speaking, Mechanical packaging, Sales development, Key Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, International Sales, Product Development, Account Management, Negotiation
Education
California State University-San Bernardino 1991 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Victor Valley College 1985 — 1987
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
G&K Services July 2014 - Present
Graco February 2007 - July 2014
Star Tribune July 2002 - February 2007
Star Tribune September 1990 - July 2002
Skills
Benefits Administration, Healthcare, Human Resources, Workers Compensation, Employee Relations, Management, Occupational Health, HRIS, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Employee Benefits, Training, Organizational..., FMLA, Employee Training
Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 2009 — 2012
Master's, Human Resources Management
Bethel University
Bachelor's, Organizational Leadership
Qfix November 2011 - Present
Lifeline Marketing June 2009 - November 2011
Graco October 2007 - June 2009
Skills
New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Sales Operations, Negotiation, Sales Presentations, Medical Devices, Territory Account..., Competitive Analysis, Project Management, Product Launch, National Account..., Territory..., Managing Distribution..., Relationship Management, Vendor Management, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Work Independently with..., Microsoft Office, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Public Speaking, Budgets
Education
Amberton University 1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Gateway Technical College 1984 — 1988
Associate of Science (AS), Computer Science
Hydranautics November 2007 - Present
Hydranautics November 2007 - Present
B. Braun Medical August 1988 - November 2007
Graco June 1986 - May 1988
Group III Electronics February 1983 - September 1985
Skills
Materials Management, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Supply Management, Continuous Improvement, Logistics, Purchasing, Project Management, Project Planning, Change Management, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, ERP, Warehousing, Transportation, Production Planning, Leadership
Education
CSUDH 1978 — 1979
Biochemistry
University of Maryland College Park 1976 — 1977
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
HydroAir Hughes/ Applied Fluid Power Co April 2014 - Present
Gripnail Corp December 2010 - February 2014
Pearse-Bertram August 2006 - August 2009
Berendsen Fluid Power December 2004 - July 2006
Graco May 2000 - November 2004
Ohlheiser Corporation June 1993 - May 2000
Skills
Sales, Cold Calling, Marketing, Automation, Business Analysis, Strategy, Pneumatics, Fluid Power, Product Development, OEM Management, Key Account Management, New Business Development, Vacuum Pumps, Air Compressors, Air Filtration, Machine Control, Servo Drives, Solenoid Valves, Blowers, Pneumatic Tools, Fasteners, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Forecasting, SEO, International Sales, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Motion Control, Driving Growth, Valves, Actuators, Bearings, Industrial Markets, Value Added Analysis, Industrial Control, Hydraulics, Industrial Distribution, Sales Engineering, OEMs, Control Valves, Machinery
Education
Bryant University 2009 — 2009
Certificate, Business Analyst
Community College of Rhode Island 1997 — 1998
Engineering
Bryant University 1991 — 1993
B.A, Marketing
LaSalle Academy 1980 — 1984
Diploma
Smithfield
Micro Control Company August 2015 - Present
Army National Guard January 2014 - Present
Proto Labs February 2015 - August 2015
Proto Labs October 2014 - February 2015
Graco May 2013 - February 2014
Army National Guard May 2013 - December 2013
Army National Guard November 2009 - May 2013
AT Repair September 2007 - April 2013
Skills
Leadership, Communication, Building Relationships, Writing, Exceptional Listener, Military, Microsoft Excel, Windows, Leadership Development, Security Clearance, Army, Intelligence Analysis, Military Experience, Military Operations, Military Training, Operational Planning, Team Leadership, Command, Intelligence, Training, Marketing
Education
University of St. Thomas 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration; emphasis Marketing Management
Univeristy of Minnesota 2009 — 2013
N/A, Army ROTC, Military Science and Operations
Bemidji State University 2008 — 2009
Elk River High School 2004 — 2008
High School Diploma
Graco May 2010 - January 2012
Morningstar Interiors LLC June 1994 - April 2009
Skills
Windows, C++, Microsoft Office, Java, C, Operating Systems, Programming, Linux, HTML, Microsoft Word, Troubleshooting, Software Installation, Telecommunications, Customer Service, Engineering, Negotiation, Sales, Wireless Networking, Network Administration, Windows Server
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Brooklyn Center 2012 — 2014
Associate's degree, Network and System Administration/Administrator
St. Jude Medical January 2013 - Present
Graco October 2010 - January 2013
Waterous Company December 2006 - October 2010
Donatelle May 2005 - December 2006
Fastenal March 2003 - February 2005
Skills
Manufacturing..., Machining, Lean Manufacturing, GD&T, Pro Engineer, Design for Manufacturing, Solidworks, Manufacturing, Machine Tools, FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Improvement, Machine Design, SPC, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Lathe
Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Engineering Technology/ Mechanical Design
Anoka Technical College 1998 — 2000
Associate's degree, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Graco June 2014 - Present
Metal Craft & Riverside Machine and Engineering March 2014 - June 2014
Omnetics Connector Corporation April 2012 - March 2014
Plastic Products Company August 2011 - April 2012
Omnetics Connector Corporation May 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Manufacturing, Testing, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering, Process Improvement, Project Management, Product Development, Integration, Visual Basic, Continuous Improvement, Solidworks, CNC Manufacturing, Mastercam, GibbsCAM, Mazak, HaaS, CMM, Milling, Lathe, Machining, CNC, CNC Operation, CAD/CAM, Quality Control, Inspection, Machine Tools, Injection Molding
Education
Anoka Technical College 2012 — 2014
CNC Manufacturing Technologies AAS Degree, CNC Programming
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2011 — 2012
Daikin Applied Americas November 2012 - Present
Pace Industries, LLC December 2011 - November 2012
Graco May 2008 - December 2011
The Toro Company October 2006 - May 2008
Entegris April 2004 - October 2006
Boston Scientific September 1998 - June 2004
AMI 1995 - 1998
Skills
Root Cause Analysis, Quality System, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Certified Project..., Reliability Engineering, Cross-functional Team..., SPC, Quality Management, Leadership, ISO 13485, GD, Project Management, 5S, DMAIC, Design for Manufacturing, Design of Experiments, Engineering, Engineering Management, FMEA, Green Belt, ISO, Industrial Engineering, Injection Molding, Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, Kaizen, MRP, Machining, Value Stream Mapping, Training, Supply Management, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Supplier Quality, Software Documentation, Quality Control, Quality Assurance, Product Development, Process Simulation, Process Engineering, Operational Excellence, Minitab, Materials, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing..., Management, Iso 9000
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 2002 — 2006
BA in Business, Business Administration, Management and Operations
Naval Avionics A-1 School 1989 — 1990
Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.), Electronics and Advanced Avionics
Career Institute of Technology 1987 — 1989
Associates, Electronics Technology
Wilson HS 1986 — 1989
Diploma
Graco June 2014 - Present
Chilis August 2013 - June 2014
The AroundCampus Group 2014 - 2014
Chuys May 2013 - July 2013
Cheddars January 2012 - April 2013
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Customer Service, Social Networking, Hospitality, Inventory Management, Maintenance & Repair, Employee Training, Marketing, Internet Entrepreneur, Assembly, Problem Solving, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Leadership, Facebook, Communication, Teamwork, Management, Training
Education
Sam Houston State University 2013 — 2016
Marketing
Blinn College 2012 — 2013
Business
Lone Star College System
Staging Concepts September 2015 - Present
Graco February 2015 - August 2015
Life Fitness June 2014 - October 2014
Access America Transport March 2013 - November 2013
Alphay International, Inc. 2013 - 2013
Ziegler Caterpillar May 2011 - October 2012
Science Museum of Minnesota January 2011 - May 2011
Erbert's & Gerbert's July 2010 - December 2010
MyEdu July 2010 - November 2010
St. John's Hospital March 2006 - October 2009
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Sales, Training, Integrated Marketing, Team Building, Social Networking, AutoCAD, PTC Creo, SolidWorks, Autodesk Inventor, Geometric Dimensioning..., Power Transmission, Blueprint Reading, Advertising, Budgeting, Project Management, Reporting & Analysis, PDM
Education
Century College 2014 — 2015
Associate of Applied Science (A.A.S.), Engineering CAD Technology
Landmark Forum 2013 — 2013
Personal and professional growth
St. Cloud State University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Technische Hochschule Ingolstadt 2008 — 2009
Marketing
Tartan High School
Maintainer Custom Bodies August 2014 - Present
Graco November 2006 - December 2013
self employed 2004 - 2006
Gateway 1996 - 2004
Skills
Manufacturing..., Materials Management, ERP Implementations
Education
Augustana College (SD) 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration and Economics
Treasurer - Mpls Chapter September 2013 - Present
Graco June 1973 - Present
Executive Women Inernational September 2010 - September 2011
Executive Women International September 2009 - September 2010
Skills
Administrative..., Marketing Communications, Team Building, Non-profits, Leadership Development, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Event Planning, System Administration, Organizational..., Public Speaking, Leadership, Budgets
Education
Bemidji State University 1970 — 1973
BS, Business Administration and Accounting
Graco June 2015 - Present
EY September 2012 - June 2015
University of Minnesota May 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Accounting
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
Handelshøyskolen BI 2011 — 2011
Global Immersion Exchange Program
CH Reed Inc. August 2010 - Present
Graco May 2001 - September 2010
Skills
Logistics, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Pumps, Direct Sales, Account Management, Key Account Management, Team Building, Forecasting, Negotiation, Sales Management, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Sales, Job Coaching, Sales Operations, Product Development, Selling, Budgets, B2B, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Inventory Management, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Lead Generation, Pneumatics, Strategy, Business Development, Coaching, Operations Management, Market Research, Pricing, Business Strategy, Management, Leadership, Product Management, Product Launch, Start-ups, Customer Service, Team Leadership, P&L Management, Marketing, Cold Calling, Business Planning, Marketing Management
Education
Bucknell University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science (BS), Education
Graco February 2015 - Present
Polaris Industries June 2013 - December 2014
RWL Water Group/ Aeromix Systems Inc. June 2011 - May 2013
Cummins Power Generation February 2010 - May 2011
Twin City Outdoor Services Inc. October 2003 - November 2009
Skills
Engineering, Manufacturing, Welding, Troubleshooting, Metal Fabrication, Product Development, Data Acquisition, Electronics, Maintenance & Repair, Accelerated Life Testing, Pneumatics, Testing, Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Aptitude, Electro-mechanical, Generators, Data Analysis, Hydraulics, Root Cause Analysis, Preventive Maintenance, Weld, Equipment Maintenance, Solidworks, Inventor, Soldering, Design for Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Control, Microsoft Office, Electricians, Materials, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, HVAC, Fluid Power
Education
Anoka Technical College 1999 — 2001
Advanced/ Basic Degree, Outdoor Power Equipment
Anoka Technical College 1999 — 2001
Outdoor Power Equipment Technician, Motorcycle and Snowmobile theory-design-repair-performance tuning
Fluke Thermography January 2011 - Present
Lucid Consulting June 2006 - January 2011
Graco May 1997 - June 2006
Skills
Pro/Engineer, Solidworks, Sheet Metal, PDM, Product Development, Manufacturing, Plastics, SolidWorks, Rapid Prototyping, Design for Manufacturing
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2008 — 2012
Associate in Science Business, Business Management, 3.39
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1995 — 1997
AAS, Machine Design
Anoka Ramsey Technical College 1995 — 1997
AA Certificate, Machinist
Emerson March 2015 - Present
Emerson July 2014 - Present
Emerson July 2014 - March 2015
Seagate Technology June 2013 - August 2013
Graco June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Marketing, Manufacturing, Market Research, Business Development
Education
Butler University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Economics
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Graco March 2004 - Present
SRS Concrete Inc. 2008 - Present
Skills
Solid Modeling, Pro Engineer, Creo, Teamcenter, PDM, Sheet Metal, Surfacing, Machine Design, Product Design, Machining, CAD, Adobe Acrobat, GD&T, FrameMaker, Design for Manufacturing, Geometric Dimensioning...
Education
Dunwoody College of Technology 2002 — 2004
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
Bemidji State University
Business Administration and Management, General
Land O Lakes 2010 - Present
Baseball, Football & Hockey 2007 - Present
Stock Building Supply 2005 - 2009
Graco 2001 - 2005
Risk Management Alternatives 1996 - 2001
Skills
Vision, Strategic Influence, Credit Management, Accounts Receivable, Process Improvement, Leadership, Team Building, Management, Performance Motivation, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Account Management, Budgets, Negotiation, Sales, Accounts Payable, Pricing, Forecasting, Outlook, Volunteering
Education
Bethel University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Management, GPA 3.78
Virginia Tech 2008 — 2008
Organizational Leadership
National Association of Credit Management 2003 — 2004
Credit Business Associate Certification, Credit Management
North Saint Paul High School 1986 — 1990
Graco April 2015 - Present
Graco January 2014 - Present
Graco July 2008 - Present
Yenkin Majestic November 2006 - July 2008
Hormel Foods June 2005 - November 2006
Skills
Key Account Management, Sales Management, Account Management, New Business Development, Sales, Sales Operations, B2B, Leadership, Direct Sales, Retail, Pricing, Product Development, Cold Calling, Sales Process, Key Account Development, Strategy, Selling, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting
Education
Central College 2002 — 2005
B.A., Business Management/Marketing
Hope College 2000 — 2001
Accellent January 2010 - Present
St Michael-Albertville Soccer Club August 2009 - Present
Toastmasters International June 2009 - June 2010
Accellent May 2009 - December 2009
Red Devil Equipment Company, Inc February 2008 - January 2009
Graco January 2004 - October 2008
Graco January 2000 - December 2003
Graco June 1996 - December 1999
Jacobson Companies September 1994 - June 1996
Bjorilin Forms January 1992 - September 1994
Skills
Coaching, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Medical Devices, Sales, Team Building, Account Management, Sales Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Bethel University 1999 — 2002
Masters, Communication
Bethel University 1997 — 1999
Bachelors, Business Management
Cooper High School 1983 — 1986
High School Diploma
Graco March 2015 - Present
Calvin Klein Sportswear June 2014 - January 2015
Calvin Klein Jeans June 2013 - June 2014
Ralph Lauren August 2010 - June 2013
Not Your Daughter's Jeans June 2009 - June 2010
Skills
Trend Analysis, Fashion, Trend, Open to Buy Management, Trend Forecasting, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Demand Forecasting, Allocations, Merchandise Planning, Microsoft Excel, JDA, Marketing
Education
Baruch College 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Range Steel Fabracotors April 2014 - Present
Cliffs Natural Resources May 2013 - August 2013
Graco May 2005 - October 2010
lake land manufactureing March 2004 - May 2005
United States Marine Corps November 1998 - May 2002
Skills
gas tungsten arc weldin, shielded metal arc..., gas metal arc welding, CNC Programming, CNC operation, CNC Mill, CNC lathe, CAD/CAM, Forklift Operator, Quality Control, oxy-acetylene welding, Blueprint Reading, carbon arc gouging, flux core arc welding, Solidworks, spray transfer, layout, Surface Grinding, Mastercam, Security Clearance, Metal Fabrication, Milling, CNC Manufacturing, Arc Welding, MIG Welding, Welding
Education
Mesabi Range Community and Technical College 2013 — 2014
diploma, Welding Technology/Welder
Mesabi Range Community and Technical College 2012 — 2013
diploma, entry level welding, 2.0
Alexandria Technical College 2003 — 2005
diploma, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist, 3.0
Graco June 2015 - Present
Pentair September 2014 - June 2015
Pentair March 2013 - September 2014
Pentair May 2010 - March 2013
Pentair August 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Product Development, Product Marketing, Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Account Management, Sales Operations, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Trade Shows
Education
Bemidji State University 2003 — 2007
Business Administration, Marketing
Oneida Solutions Group May 2010 - Present
Morse Moving/Allied Van Lines May 2010 - Present
Hamburg Community Soccer Club 2002 - Present
Fred E. Rogers II, C.P.M. Inc. 2002 - 2011
General Motors May 2005 - November 2008
Microheat September 2002 - April 2005
John Johnson Co 1997 - 2001
Graco 1993 - 1997
Federal-Mogul 1991 - 1993
Case Corporation 1989 - 1991
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Supplier Management, Cost Reduction, Negotiation, Process Improvement, Purchasing, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Program Management, Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement, Operations Management, Strategic Sourcing, Change Management, Team Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Planning, Automotive, Supply Chain, Management, Strategy, Customer Experience, Global Sourcing, Supply Management, Customer Satisfaction, Logistics, Leadership, Start-ups, Six Sigma, Account Management, New Business Development, Vendor Management, Transportation, Materials Management, Sales Management, Project Management, Pricing, Supplier Development, Sales, Sourcing, Forecasting, P&L Management, Contract Management, Marketing, Business Planning, Inventory Management, Product Development, International Business, Competitive Analysis, Supplier Negotiation
Education
Institute for Supply Management 2013 — 2013
CPSD, Certified Professional in Supplier Diversity
Institute for Supply Management 1986 — 1988
CPM, Purchasing Management (Lifetime)
Central Michigan University 1982 — 1986
BS, Business/Marketing
Chrysler Institute of Engineering 1979 — 1982
AAS, Management
Grosse Pointe South High School
Graco 2014 - Present
Graco 2011 - 2014
Eaton Metal Products Company 2007 - 2011
Graco 2004 - 2007
Ritz Camera & Image 1994 - 2004
Skills
Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Sales, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory, Call Center, Technical Support, Data Entry, Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1997 — 1999
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
ENDISYS September 1998 - Present
Graco May 1994 - September 1998
Graco May 1987 - September 1998
Skills
Construction, AutoCAD, Fluid Power Systems, Hydraulics Systems, Pneumatic Systems, Industrial Controls, Project Management, CAD, Commissioning, Industrial Control, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., PLC, Engineering Management, Automation, Mechanical Engineering, Fluid Power, Pro Engineer, Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation, Pneumatics, Management
Education
Alexandria Technical College 1992 — 1994
Fluid Power Degree, Hydraulics, Pneumatics and Electrical Control
Alexandria Technical College 1992 — 1994
Associate's degree, Fluid Power
Elbert Lean Business Systems, LLC. January 2000 - Present
Beckman Coulter 2005 - September 2009
Beckman Coulter 1996 - January 2005
Sanofi Pasteur September 1992 - 1996
Graco November 1987 - September 1992
Tonka Toys Inc. May 1986 - November 1988
Valmont Industries 1979 - 1986
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing Management, Medical Devices, Business Process, Manufacturing, Published Author, Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Program Management, Continuous Improvement, Management, Manufacturing Operations, Cross-functional Team..., Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, Leadership, Project Management, CAPA, Value Stream Mapping, Engineering, Industrial Engineering, V&V, Validation, FDA, Quality Assurance, Quality System, Operations Management, ISO 13485, DMAIC
Education
University of St. Thomas 1994 — 1997
MBA, Manufacturing Systems
Cardinal Stritch University 1990 — 1992
BS, Business Management
Iowa State University 1965 — 1967
Industrial Engineering
Ames High School
Vista Outdoor Inc. September 2015 - Present
Vista Outdoor Inc. June 2012 - Present
Walker Methodist June 2009 - February 2011
Merchant & Gould P.C. November 2008 - February 2009
Nations Care Link December 2007 - November 2008
Graco July 2000 - September 2006
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Interviews, Management, Training, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Databases, Employee Benefits, Employee Training, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, New Business Development, Outlook, PowerPoint, Process Improvement, Team Building, Time Management, Troubleshooting
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1997 — 1998
Business
University of Phoenix
Information Technology
Galliard Capital Management October 2014 - Present
Graco April 2013 - October 2014
Northern Natural Gas June 2012 - September 2012
The Grands at Mulligans June 2011 - September 2012
Skills
Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Public Speaking, Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, HTML, Event Planning, Research, Illustrator, Graphic Design, InDesign, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Research, Word Of Mouth Marketing, Market Research
Education
Bethel University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Marketing, Entrepreneurship
Graco December 2005 - Present
4c Design February 1996 - Present
Metris Companies September 2001 - December 2005
Predictive Systems September 1997 - December 2001
Synet Service Corp April 1994 - June 1997
Skills
Digital Marketing..., Google Adwords, MSN AdCenter, SEO, Display Advertising, Information Architecture, User Interface Design, Online Advertising, Web Design, Web Content Management, HTML, PPC, Graphics, InDesign, Digital Marketing, Graphic Design, SEM, Web Applications
Education
Bemidji State University 1986 — 1989
Elk River Senior High 1980 — 1983
g & r elevator mfg inc November 2014 - Present
Dynetic Systems Inc May 2014 - December 2014
Graco April 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Creative Concept Design, CAD, Wood Carving, Machining, Machine Design, Pro Engineer, GD&T, Design for Manufacturing, Solid Modeling, Sheet Metal, Manufacturing..., Machine Tools, Solidworks, Finite Element Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Inventor, PDM
Education
Anoka Technical College 2013 — 2014
Associate's degree in mechanical drafting, Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
Kent State University 2007 — 2008
Physics
Continental ContiTech AG March 2007 - Present
New York Textiles & Interiors 1992 - Present
New York Textiles & Interiors 1992 - 2014
Lubriquip December 1989 - July 2007
Graco July 2006 - April 2007
Lubriquip December 1989 - April 2007
Skills
Strategic Planning, Customer Relations, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Sales Management, Budgeting, Customer Service, Product Development, Promotions, Problem Solving, Forecasting, Excel, Advertising, Analysis, Engineering, Fluid Power, Microsoft Office, Product Rationalization, Presentations, Hydraulics, Process Improvement, Sales, Team Building, Operations Management, Leadership, Budgets, Marketing, Selling
Education
Baldwin Wallace University 2000 — 2001
EMBA, Business Administration
Youngstown State University 1984 — 1989
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Leaktite Corporation January 2012 - Present
Graco Inc. November 2007 - December 2011
Graco November 2001 - September 2007
Graco Inc December 1999 - September 2001
Rubbermaid 1997 - 1999
Fine Paints of Europe February 1997 - February 1998
Makita USA March 1995 - February 1997
Makita USA February 1994 - March 1995
Frito Lay February 1993 - February 1994
Skills
National Accounts, National Account..., Category Management, Key Account Development, Merchandising, Business Planning, Training, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Forecasting, Product Development, B2B, Sales, Pricing, Sales Operations, Trade Shows, Income Statement, Direct Sales, Competitive Analysis, Business Development, Management, Account Management, Selling, Team Building, Product Marketing, Retail, Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Channel Partners, Business Strategy, Market Planning, P&L Management, Team Management, Sales Process, Cross-functional Team..., Cold Calling, Marketing Management, Product Launch, Consumer Products, Market Analysis, International Sales, P&L
Education
Bentley University 1988 — 1992
Management, Marketing, Real Estate Law
Chase Collegiate 1984 — 1988
Graco December 2013 - Present
Vascular Solutions September 2011 - December 2013
Minnesota Orchestra February 2011 - April 2011
American Woodworker & Woodwork Magazines July 2010 - 2011
EJDesign Firm October 2009 - January 2010
BAE Systems May 2000 - August 2009
Hypro Corporation August 1995 - May 2000
Skills
InDesign, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Layout, Packaging, Typography, Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustration, Graphics, Art Direction, Brochures, Mac, Corporate Identity, Web Design, Posters, Vector Illustration, Art, Brand Development, Image Manipulation, Fine Art, Branding & Identity, Visual Communication, Concept Development, Business Cards, Digital Illustration, Pre-press, Creative Direction
Education
The Art Institutes International Minnesota 2006 — 2010
BS, Graphic Design
Brown College
AA, Ad/Design (Graphic Design)
Daikin Applied February 2013 - Present
Graco July 2008 - February 2013
ATMI February 2005 - July 2008
Wold Architects & Engineers July 2004 - February 2005
Skills
Solidworks, Manufacturing, Injection Molding, Product Development, Design for Manufacturing, FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, Lean Manufacturing, Engineering, Six Sigma, Blow Molding, Pro Engineer, CAD, AutoCAD, DMAIC, Plastics, GD&T, SPC, HVAC, SolidWorks Simulation
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2003
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1998 — 2000
AA, General
Cummins Inc. December 2013 - Present
BioAmber Inc. March 2012 - November 2013
ATK July 2009 - March 2012
Graco June 2008 - June 2009
Schwing America January 2007 - June 2008
The Toro Company February 2005 - January 2007
Valspar October 2003 - February 2005
Valspar April 2001 - October 2003
Valspar February 2000 - April 2001
Jostens April 1999 - January 2000
Skills
Financial Reporting, General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Financial Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Forecasting, Accounting, Microsoft Office, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Internal Audit, Internal Controls, SAP, @Risk, Auditing, Consolidation, Budgets, Managerial Finance, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, GAAP, Accounts Payable, Finance, Accounts Receivable, Variance Analysis, Cost Analysis, Budgeting, Intercompany Accounting, International Accounting, SOX Compliancy, Inventory Analysis, Physical Inventory, Cycle Counting, Percentage of Completion, Revenue Recognition, Costpoint, Oracle Applications, Six Sigma, NPV
Education
Augsburg College 2009 — 2011
MBA, Business
Augsburg College 1992 — 1996
B.A., Major in Accounting; Minor in Norwegian
Pylon Manufacturing January 2014 - Present
Bracketron October 2011 - 2013
Graco 2008 - 2010
Park Industries 2004 - 2008
Capella Education Company May 2003 - December 2004
Lund International 1996 - 2003
Master Lock Company 1991 - 1995
Skills
Product Development, Marketing, Product Management, Marketing Management, Management, Project Management, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Business Planning, Negotiation, New Business Development, Market Research, Program Management, Public Relations, Competitive Analysis, Sales, Business Development, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Team Building, Marketing Research, Integrated Marketing, P&L Management, Project Planning, Sales Management, Forecasting, Start-ups, Cross-functional Team..., Trade Shows, Pricing, Product Launch, Market Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Consumer Products, B2B, Sales Operations, Market Analysis, Strategy, Account Management, Key Account Management, Manufacturing, P&L
Education
University of Saint Thomas
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Bemidji State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Graco April 2010 - Present
Touch Commerce November 2007 - April 2010
The Burford Group June 2006 - August 2007
Starbucks Coffee Company May 2005 - June 2006
Enterprise Rent-A-Car June 2004 - October 2004
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing, Sales, B2B, E-commerce, CRM, Account Management, Advertising, Customer Service, Team Building, Cold Calling, Web Analytics, Selling Skills, Sales Operations, Event Planning, Management, Program Management, Customer Satisfaction, Project Management, Sales Management, Training, Sales Skills Training, Competitive Analysis, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Time Management, Direct Sales, Selling, ADDIE, ALF, PRM, SaaS, Salesforce.com, Business Development, Customer Experience, Online Advertising, Strategic Partnerships, Product Development, Negotiation, Forecasting, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Retail, Operations Management, Key Account Management, Digital Marketing
Education
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 2015 — 2017
Executive Education, Management
California State University-Northridge 2004 — 2007
B.A., Business Administration - Marketing
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 2001 — 2004
BS, Landscape Architecture & Business Marketing
U.S. Bank October 2014 - Present
Michael Kors May 2013 - Present
TCF Bank November 2013 - September 2014
Hollister Co August 2011 - July 2013
Sun Tan City December 2012 - March 2013
Best Buy October 2012 - February 2013
River City Extreme January 2007 - August 2012
Abercrombie & Fitch August 2011 - September 2011
Graco June 2011 - August 2011
Aeropostale June 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Retail Sales, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Store Management, Cashiering, Apparel, Loss Prevention, Customer Service, Time Management, Styling, Cash Register, Microsoft Office, Customer Experience, Customer Satisfaction, Driving Results, Facebook, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, POS, Merchandise Planning, Sales, Profit, Store Operations, Event Planning
Education
Mankato State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science degree, Business Management
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2008 — 2009
Bachelor of Science degree, IT
Travaini Pumps USA April 2015 - Present
Conductix-Wampfler USA January 2011 - January 2015
Graco June 2007 - November 2010
SMC February 2004 - June 2007
Bristolite Daylighting Systems February 2002 - February 2004
Stiles Machinery January 1992 - January 2002
Skills
Ability to understand..., Effective translator of..., Adept at organizing..., Skilled at attaining..., Assertive,..., Computer skills include..., Manufacturing, New Business Development, Sales, Sales Management, Product Development, Direct Sales
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Fullerton College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Construction Management
Graco July 2015 - Present
Crestliner Boats December 2013 - July 2015
DYMAX Service March 2012 - February 2013
Anoka County TMO March 2005 - September 2009
Safco Products January 2003 - June 2004
Textron Financial November 1998 - January 2003
Skills
Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Online Marketing, SEO, Social Media, Administrative Support, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Web Analytics, Writing, Editing, Administrative..., Data Entry, PowerPoint, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Excel, Database Management, InDesign, Administrative..., Microsoft Word, Web Design, Google An, Invoicing, Purchase Orders, Vendor Management, Facebook, Public Speaking, Presentations, Event Planning, Organization Skills
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 2000 — 2002
Masters of Science, Business Administration
University of Minnesota-Duluth 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
World Transload Logistics Llc June 2015 - Present
I D E A FACTORY April 2014 - Present
Hyatt Regency Minneapolis September 2014 - June 2015
Friends of the Earth May 2014 - June 2014
Corporate Art Force January 2013 - January 2014
Sleep Number by Select Comfort October 2012 - January 2013
Marketing Werks August 2012 - January 2013
Graco October 2011 - January 2012
Buffalo Wild Wings December 2009 - May 2011
Buffalo Wild Wings June 2008 - September 2009
Skills
Guerrilla Marketing, Social Media, Market Research, Food & Beverage, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Brand Management, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Business Development, Marketing Communications, Cross-functional Team..., Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Sales, Management
Education
University of Saint Thomas 2007 — 2011
BA, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Birkbeck, U. of London 2009 — 2010
Wayzata High School 2004 — 2007
General
Wagner June 2015 - Present
American Rental Association January 2014 - Present
Rental Know How.com 2010 - Present
Graco October 2006 - October 2014
True Value Company August 2003 - August 2006
United Rentals February 2003 - August 2003
HSS Hire (U.S. Division - HSS RENTX) July 2000 - February 2003
RENTX Industries February 2000 - February 2003
True Value Company (formerly Servistar & TruServ) April 1995 - February 2000
True Value Company (formerly Servistar & TruServ) August 1992 - April 1995
Skills
Negotiation, Sales, Sales Management, Purchasing, Contract Negotiation, Empathy, Easy to Talk to, Customer Retention, Building Relationships, Product Development, Inventory Management, Team Building, Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Retail, Business Strategy, Leadership, Sales Operations, Process Improvement, Budgets, Business Development, Key Account Management, P&L Management, Manufacturing, Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Selling, Training, Cross-functional Team..., B2B, Start-ups, Advertising, Team Leadership, Business Planning, Market Research, Project Planning, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Customer Service, International Sales, Direct Sales, Sales Process, Program Management, Market Planning, Merchandising, Product Management, Time Management, Marketing Management, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Benedictine University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration
Northern Illinois Flight Center 2003 — 2006
Private Pilot's License, Aircraft Pilot (Private)
Rider University 1986 — 1988
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Eckland & Blando LLP December 2011 - Present
Malloy & Malloy, P.A. October 2009 - November 2011
Graco May 2008 - June 2009
Mansfield, Tanick & Cohen, P.A. November 1999 - May 2008
Mansfield, Tanick & Cohen, P.A. January 1992 - November 1999
Mansfield, Tanick & Cohen, P.A. May 1989 - January 1992
Skills
Human Resources, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Leadership, Accounts Payable, Management, Customer Service, Office Management, Administrative Work, Budgets, Office Administration, Finance, Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Employee Benefits, Facilities Management, Contract Negotiation, Teamwork, Legal Assistance, Employment Law, Accounting, Administration, Financial Reporting, Budget Process, Operating Budgets, Recruiting, Time Management, Strategy, Managerial Finance, Team Leadership, Trust Account Managment
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Management
North Hennepin Community College 1993 — 2003
Associate of Applied Science in Accounting and Associate of Arts Degrees, Accounting Technology and General Studies
Anoka Vocational Technical College 1985 — 1986
Legal Secretarial Certificate
Irondale Senior High 1982 — 1985
SHRM
SHRM
PNK (Formerly Nosh Away) September 2006 - Present
Vincebo March 2002 - August 2006
APPA Systems October 1997 - January 2002
Graco 1994 - 1997
International Biscuit Company 1992 - 1994
ITW Ransburg 1989 - 1992
Relco Engineers 1987 - 1989
Skills
Strategic Planning, Customer Enhancement, Budgets, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Management, Management Consulting, Manufacturing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Word, Operations Management, Product Development, Project Planning, Public Speaking, Purchasing, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Process, Strategy, Training, Project Management
Education
California State University-Fullerton 1984 — 1987
BA, Psychology
University of Washington 1982 — 1984
Experimental Psychology
Graco June 2015 - Present
Wells Fargo June 2013 - June 2015
The McNamara Academic Center, University of Minnesota January 2013 - May 2013
Carlson School of Management, University of Minnesota September 2012 - May 2013
Broome County Department of Social Services January 2012 - April 2012
Continuing Education and Outreach, Binghamton University August 2011 - January 2012
Parametrica Advisors June 2011 - August 2011
China National Institute of Standardization June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Financial Analysis, Auditing, Accounting, Data Analysis, Internal Audit, Tax Research, Internal Controls, Risk Assessment, Teamwork, Operational Risk..., Enterprise Risk..., Economic Research, Tax Preparation, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Team Leadership, Statistical Data..., Chinese, Mandarin, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Economics, Analysis, PowerPoint
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2012 — 2013
Master in Accountancy
Binghamton University - School of Management 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting, Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Binghamton University - Harpur College of Arts and Sciences 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics, Graduated Magna Cum Laude
Currently Exploring New Opportunities October 2015 - Present
Emerson Process Management - Valve Automation Division October 2013 - September 2015
Emerson Process Management - Valve Automation Division November 2007 - September 2013
Emerson Process Management - Valve Automation June 2005 - November 2007
EcoWater Systems LLC April 2004 - June 2005
ECOWATER SYSTEMS LLC January 2003 - April 2004
Pentair September 2001 - January 2003
Pentair May 2000 - October 2001
Pentair September 1999 - May 2000
Graco January 1997 - September 1999
Skills
Product Design, Engineering Management, Engineering, Project Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Design for Manufacturing, Product Management, Mechanical Engineering, Process Engineering, Program Management, Root Cause Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Process Simulation, Instrumentation, Manufacturing..., ISO, Lean Manufacturing, Systems Engineering, Electronics, Aerospace, Process Control, Testing, R&D, Quality Management, Manufacturing..., Materials, Industrial Engineering, Kanban, Process Automation, Automation, Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Six Sigma, Valves, FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, Kaizen, Product Development, Project Management, Process Improvement, Management, Leadership
Education
Brigham Young University
Bachelor’s Degree, Mechanical Engineering, 3.72/4.00
Graco May 2013 - Present
Graco May 2015 - September 2015
Papa Murphy's International September 2011 - July 2013
Skills
Financial Statements, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Access Database, Oracle Applications, Invoice Processing, Mail Sorting, Sales Commissions, Teamwork, Time Management, Access, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Accounts Payable
Education
University of Northwestern - St. Paul 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business/Commerce, General
Canterbury Christ Church University 2014 — 2014
3M May 2014 - Present
Graco September 2013 - May 2014
University of Minnesota 2011 - 2013
Skills
Mathematica, Matlab, Microsoft Office, LaTeX, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Mathematical Modeling, Technical Writing, Physics, Microsoft Word, C, Numerical Analysis, Critical Thinking, Leadership, Simulink, Programming, ANSYS, Teamwork, Time Management, Labview, Data Analysis, Finite Element Analysis, NI LabVIEW, Solidworks, Manufacturing..., PTC Creo
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2013
BME, Mechanical Engineering
Bethel University 2008 — 2011
BA, Physics
More4Apps April 2015 - Present
Graco September 2012 - April 2015
Graco Inc September 2008 - August 2012
Graco Inc February 2005 - September 2008
LMS Irrigation April 2003 - November 2004
Enterprise Rent-A-Car April 2001 - April 2003
Skills
Sales, Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Process Improvement, Account Management, Sales Management, Forecasting, Project Management, Customer Service, New Business Development, Leadership, Management, Manufacturing, Training
Education
Augsburg College 2008 — 2010
Masters, Business Administration
Augsburg College 2007 — 2009
MBA, Business
University of Saint Thomas 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Marketing and Management
Donaldson January 2003 - Present
Deltak LLC June 2001 - December 2002
Graco 1996 - 2001
MCT 1994 - 1996
Nordictrack Inc 1993 - 1994
VIC Mfg 1992 - 1992
Skills
FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Design for Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Engineering Management, Engineering, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, Kaizen, Design of Experiments, Process Engineering, Product Development, Mechanical Engineering, DMAIC, Project Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Solidworks, Automation
Education
Брянский Государственный Технический Университет / Bryansk State Technical University (BSTU) 1976 — 1982
MSME, Durability of Machinery
Graco February 2013 - Present
Target June 2012 - August 2012
Drexel University June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Pro Engineer, ANSYS, Teamcenter, MS Project, EES, Labview, C++, LaTeX, Problem Solving, Communication, Highly detail oriented, Dependable Team Player, Organized with Strong..., Product Development, Product Testing, Project Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering, 3.95 GPA
Augustana College (SD) 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Physics, 3.86 GPA
Graco November 2014 - Present
Graco November 2012 - Present
Graco February 2011 - November 2012
Hudson Map Company May 2004 - December 2010
Best Buy September 2002 - April 2004
Best Buy December 1999 - August 2002
Skills
Benefits, HRIS, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Talent Management, Employee Relations
Education
Cardinal Stritch University
BS, Management
ev3 > Covidien 2003 - 2012
University of Minnesota 2000 - 2007
Pentair - Hoffman Manufacturing 2000 - 2003
Honeywell Aerospace 1991 - 2000
Donaldson 1980 - 1991
Gould Electronics 1979 - 1980
Graco 1974 - 1979
Control Data Corporation (CDC) 1970 - 1974
3M 1968 - 1970
Bowling Green State University 1966 - 1968
Skills
Process Improvement, Software Documentation, Cross-functional Team..., Medical Devices, ISO 13485, Requirements Analysis, Six Sigma, Quality Assurance, Business Analysis, Project Management, Visio, Testing, Integration, Change Management, FDA, Access, Lean Manufacturing, Business Process..., SDLC, Document Management, Management, Leadership, Product Development, MS Project, Vendor Management, Quality System, CAPA, Validation, PeopleSoft, Business Process, Data Analysis, Process Simulation, Project Planning, Software Project..., Databases, Manufacturing, DMAIC, ERP, Disaster Recovery, CRM, Oracle, Troubleshooting, Program Management, SharePoint, SAP, Continuous Improvement, Agile Methodologies, SQL, Software Development, Analysis
Education
Bowling Green State University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Statistics, Finance, Marketing, 3.6/4.0
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics, German, 3.1/4.0
Shinebox Creative July 2014 - Present
Shinebox Creative January 2012 - July 2014
Graco February 2011 - January 2012
Best Buy March 2008 - February 2011
Star Tribune August 2004 - June 2007
Skills
Art Direction, Advertising, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Direct Mail, Logo Design, Packaging, Brochures, Layout, Catalogs, Illustrator, Branding & Identity, Graphics, Typography, Newsletters, Corporate Identity, Concept Development, Creative Strategy, Posters, Interaction Design
Education
Bemidji State University
St Cloud Technical and Community College
Advertsing
Graco December 2013 - Present
Sterilmed August 2012 - Present
Windsor Regional Hospital February 2007 - April 2012
Chateau Park Nursing HOme July 2006 - April 2012
Applebee's Restaurant February 2006 - February 2007
Private March 2003 - September 2005
Babe's Catering April 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Food Preparation, Food Service, Menu Development, Cooking, Hospitality, ServSafe, Saute, Banquets, Food & Beverage, Food Management, Catering, Knowledgeable in..., Food, Culinary Skills, Food Safety, Sanitation, Baking
Education
St. Claire College 2006 — 2007
Certificate course, Food Server Worker Certifcate
University of Luzon 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management
Insight Global May 2013 - September 2013
BMC Group February 2005 - January 2013
Teltech, a division of FIND/SVP June 2002 - August 2004
Fargo Electronics October 2000 - June 2001
Graco March 1999 - April 2000
Honeywell August 1998 - March 1999
Honeywell September 1997 - August 1998
Honeywell June 1993 - September 1997
Honeywell December 1989 - June 1993
Honeywell May 1987 - December 1989
Skills
Project Management, Vendor Relationships, Microsoft Office, Process Management, Microsoft Project, Legal Support Services, Managing Project Budgets, Proposal Support, Consultative Approach, Document Review, Quality Control, New Business Development, New Product Development, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Marketing
Education
University of St. Thomas 1994 — 1997
Master of International Management (MIM), International Business
Augsburg College 1990 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Management
Northwestern Electronics Institute 1978 — 1980
Associate of Arts (AA), Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician
Graco Finance ManagerHire Network PvtMarch 2000 - May 2007
Education
CSU Sacramento 1996 — 2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Accounting and Finance, A
Craft Creamery January 2013 - Present
Graco January 2012 - Present
Sun Country Airlines June 2011 - March 2012
On-Belay House October 2009 - January 2012
Coldwell Banker June 2010 - August 2010
Augsburg College May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Project Management, Team Leadership, Marketing Support, Promotions, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Team Coordination, Team Building, Business Analysis
Education
Augsburg College 2008 — 2011
BA, Marketing, Business Administration, 3.54 GPA
Dunwoody College 2004 — 2006
AAS, Electrical Construction and Maintainence
Graco June 2010 - Present
Graco April 2009 - June 2010
Graco January 2008 - April 2009
Skills
Accounts Payable, Fixed Assets, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Customer Service, Account Reconciliation, General Ledger, Accounts Receivable, Internal Controls, New Business Development, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Manufacturing
Education
Minnesota School of Business 2010 — 2013
B S Accounting, Accounting
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2005 — 2008
Associate in Arts, Accounting
Graco October 2014 - Present
Graco June 2013 - October 2014
Graco March 2013 - June 2013
St. Jude Medical February 2013 - March 2013
Donaldson March 2012 - December 2012
University of St. Thomas October 2011 - May 2012
Minnesota Children's Museum February 2012 - March 2012
ShareOn Corporate Leader Resources, LLC January 2012 - March 2012
University of St. Thomas September 2011 - March 2012
Czech University of Life Sciences Prague October 2009 - November 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Talent Acquisition, Interviewing Skills, Cultural Awareness, Taleo, Organizational..., Recruiting, Program Management, Talent Management, Interviews, Human Resources, Leadership, Management, Strategy, College Recruiting, Conflict Resolution, HRIS, Career Development, Sourcing, Leadership Development, Change Management, Training, Team Building, Hiring, Employer Branding, Screening
Education
University of St. Thomas 2011 — 2012
Master, Human Resources & Change Leadership
University of West Bohemia, Pilsen 2002 — 2008
Master, Major in English & Music, Minor in Pedagogy & Psychology
Educatieve Faculteit of Amsterdam - EFA 2005 — 2005
Education
Graco September 2015 - Present
Graco July 2011 - September 2015
Graco October 2006 - July 2011
WSI Manufacturing November 2003 - October 2006
Shop NBC December 2001 - October 2003
Manpower January 2001 - November 2001
Alpha Gamma Rho Fraternity May 2000 - July 2001
US Peace Corps June 1999 - March 2000
Waterford Union High School August 1998 - June 1999
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Management, Training, Leadership, Troubleshooting, PowerPoint, Time Management, Project Planning, Manufacturing, Coaching, Process Improvement, Team Building, Project Management, Inventory Management, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel
Education
Bethel University 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), 3.95 GPA
University of Wisconsin-River Falls 1993 — 1998
BS, Agricultural Education
IBM August 2015 - Present
IBM April 2014 - Present
JPL Sales Consulting October 2013 - Present
Miria Systems October 2012 - October 2013
Foster Wheeler Biokinetics, Inc. April 2010 - July 2012
Graco January 2008 - May 2010
Sherwin Williams October 2001 - January 2008
Monsignor Bonner High School August 2002 - December 2005
Skills
Sales Operations, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Cold Calling, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Strategy, New Business Development, Sales, Business Networking, Sales Process, Coaching, Lead Generation, Sales Management, Team Building, Cold calling ability, Professional Networking, Sales Support, Executive Coaching, Motivational Speaking, Strategic Partnerships, B2B, Account Management, Business Planning, Budgets, CRM, Business Strategy, Change Management, Competitive Analysis, Customer Retention, Contract Negotiation, Direct Sales, Customer Service, Key Account Management, Management, Market Research, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Product Development, Product Management, Product Marketing, Program Management, Project Management, Recruiting, SaaS, Salesforce.com, Selling, Solution Selling
Education
Pennsylvania State University-Great Valley Graduate Center 2007 — 2010
MLD, Leadership
Bloomsburg University of Pennsylvania 1997 — 2001
BS, Marketing
Father Judge High School 1994 — 1997
Father Judge High School
Aspen Studio March 2007 - Present
Marvin Windows and Doors 1999 - 2007
Graco January 1997 - 1999
QA1 Precision Products, Inc. January 1995 - 1997
Wilson Tool International 1987 - 1995
Skills
Senior Portraits, Portrait Photography, Portraits, Photos, Headshots, Photography, Digital Photography, Studio Photography, Product Development, Advertising, Continuous Improvement, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Social Media, Management, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Sales
Education
Bemidji State University 1982 — 1986
Industrial Technology, Mechatronics, Robotics, and Automation Engineering
Doddger Services September 2014 - Present
Theco Inc. September 2014 - Present
Nilfisk-Advance 2010 - August 2014
Graco 2005 - 2010
Skills
Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Product Development, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Product Management, Sales Management
Education
Augsburg College 2008 — 2010
MBA, MBA
North Dakota State University 2000 — 2005
Engneering, Industrial - Manufacturng
Graco April 2004 - Present
Mammoth, inc 1998 - 2003
Anagram International 1992 - 1998
Skills
Captivate, E-Learning, Instructional Design, Moodle, Training, Learning Management, Learning Management..., Flash, Program Management, Video, Needs Analysis, Multimedia, Brightcove, SnagIt, Technical Writing, Storyline, Video Delivery, Multilingual Delivery, DotSub, SubPLY, Articulate, Expertus One LMS
Education
Bemidji State University
BS, Education
Milaca Unclaimed Freight May 2014 - Present
Miscellaneous Temp Positions January 2013 - May 2014
Doherty Staffing / DeZurik Inc. June 2013 - December 2013
Pro Ag Logistics February 2013 - April 2013
Pro Staff / Midwest Compliance, Inc. January 2013 - February 2013
Schaefer Ventilation Inc April 2012 - September 2012
Graco June 1998 - May 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Hazardous Materials, International Logistics, Administrative Support, Data Entry, Critical Thinking, Creative Problem Solving, Clerical Skills, Back Office, Office Equipment, General Office Duties, Outlook, 10 Key, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access, Pivot Tables, Microsoft Publisher, SBT, Credit Cards, Domestic Shipping, Meeting Scheduling, Conference Call..., Project Management, Software Documentation, Spreadsheets, Time Management, Invoicing, Shipping Systems, Transportation, Shipping, Training, Lotus Notes, Office Management, Administrative..., Logistics, Analysis, Inventory Management, Process Scheduler, Shippment Scheduling, Process Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Forecasting, Administration, Customer Service
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2012 — 2013
Updating my knowledge to current work standards., Business/Management
Anoka Ramsey Professinal Training Center 2012 — 2012
Certificate, Upgrading skills
Anoka Technical College 1994 — 1997
Diploma, International Trade
Argosy University
DriSteem August 2014 - Present
Graco March 2010 - August 2014
Graco September 2008 - March 2010
Quanta Fluid Solutions (formerly IMI Vision) April 2007 - August 2008
IMI Vision March 2003 - April 2007
Navitaire 2003 - 2004
Navitaire 2002 - 2003
ServiceNet 1996 - 2002
Skills
Product Development, Testing, Excel, IT Operations, Backup Solutions, New Product Ideation, Microsoft Excel, Engineering, Management, Unix, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Engineering Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2003 — 2006
MA, Mechanical Engineering
Carleton College 1992 — 1996
BA, Physics
Quince Orchard 1988 — 1992
High School Diploma
Graco June 2008 - November 2008
Forsythe Technology February 2008 - April 2008
Cognos September 2007 - November 2007
Quest Software, Inc. October 2000 - November 2005
Toshiba America Electronic Components June 2000 - September 2000
The BigStore.com February 2000 - May 2000
Western Digital September 1998 - January 2000
Oracle Corporation June 1996 - September 1998
Ingram Micro March 1998 - July 1998
Western Digital (Dragon Project) June 1996 - March 1998
Skills
Oracle Applications, Sales Compensation, Oracle Financial, Oracle PL/SQL...
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1985 — 1988
BS
Redondo Union High School 1978 — 1983
High School Diploma
Rigid Hitch Inc. August 2014 - Present
Tapper Technology Advisors January 2010 - Present
JH Larson Electrical Company May 1999 - December 2009
ADAMS Nut and Bolt Co October 1992 - May 1999
Graco September 1990 - August 1992
Skills
Process Improvement, ERP, Business Analysis, Change Management, Business Intelligence, Business Process..., Team Building, Data Center, Cloud Computing, Visio, IT Strategy, SharePoint, Contract Negotiation, CRM
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1989 — 1990
MBA, Operations Management
Boston University 1983 — 1987
B.S.B.A., Management Information Systems
Minnetonka High School 1979 — 1983
Graco June 2012 - Present
3M April 2009 - June 2012
3M May 2007 - April 2009
Skills
Sales, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Channel Developer, Team Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management, Manufacturing, Sales Operations, Selling, Key Account Management, Business Planning, Management, Customer Service, Negotiation, Sales Process, B2B, Direct Sales, Product Marketing
Education
Alfred University
Degree:Bachelor of Science, Business Administration; Management Information Systems
Technoform Acoounting ManagerRock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum2000 - 2008
Morse Controls May 1999 - May 2000
Graco 1994 - 1999
Education
Bowling Green State University 1986 — 1990
BSBA, Accounting
Demilec USA LLC April 2015 - Present
Houston Wire & Cable March 2012 - March 2015
Graco December 2009 - April 2012
Graco, Inc. May 2002 - December 2009
Graco May 2004 - June 2008
US Navy May 1999 - June 2000
Skills
Team Leadership, Marketing, Product Marketing, Adhesives, Program Management, Sales Management, Manufacturing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategy, Leadership, Product Management, Sales, Strategic Planning
Education
Carnegie Mellon University - Tepper School of Business 2000 — 2002
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Operations Management and Supervision
Carnegie Mellon University 1992 — 1996
BS, Physics
Graco August 2012 - Present
Minnesota Professional Videographer Association 1998 - Present
Maverick Productions, LLC 1995 - Present
Once Upon a Time Video Productions 1995 - Present
National Camera Exchange 1995 - September 2014
Thomson Legal & Regulatory 2002 - 2008
KMSP-TV 1994 - 1995
All News Channel 1993 - 1995
KDOC-TV 1988 - 1992
Catalina Island Marine Institute at Toyon Bay 1984 - 1986
Skills
Videography, Biographies, Video Editing, Editing, Video, Production, Video Production, Camera, Documentaries, Final Cut Pro, Post Production, Photography, Writing, Photoshop, Storytelling, Creative Writing, After Effects
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1984 — 1990
BA
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1985 — 1986
Pacifica High School 1984 — 1984
Tree Walk for Charity June 2013 - Present
Coram Healthcare March 2012 - Present
Festival of Nations - Colombia Cafe May 2011 - Present
The Pampered Chef May 2010 - Present
Graco December 2010 - January 2012
JC Penney July 1996 - October 2011
Detector Electronics November 2010 - November 2010
Life Touch September 2010 - October 2010
Interstate July 2010 - July 2010
Wayzata Public Schools August 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, HRIS, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Outlook, Process Improvement, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Organizational..., PowerPoint, Time Management, Data Entry, Lotus Notes, Spreadsheets, Retail, Teamwork, Management, Training
Education
Augsburg College 2002 — 2005
B.A., Elementary Education
North Hennepin Community College 1998 — 2001
A.A., General Studies
AmeriPride Services June 2011 - Present
Velocity October 2000 - July 2011
Graco April 1998 - October 2000
American Express Financial Advisors August 1996 - April 1998
Skills
Oracle, Automation, System Monitoring, Solaris, Perl, Linux, AIX, Databases, Apache, DB2, Microsoft SQL Server, Unix, VMware, Java, Software Development, Nagios, SDLC, Oracle E-Business Suite, Shell Scripting, Security, Operating Systems, ERP, Disaster Recovery, SQL, Visio, Integration, Performance Tuning, Database Administration, Servers, Programming, Oracle RAC, COBOL, Data Warehousing, Unix Shell Scripting, Red Hat Linux, System Administration, SQL Tuning, Business Intelligence
Education
Alexandria Technical College 1983 — 1984
Computer Programming
Ligon Hydraulic Cylinder Group November 2012 - Present
Graco May 2011 - November 2012
Midwest Group One March 1994 - June 2011
Midwest Group One 1994 - 2008
midwest Automation 1994 - 2000
Education
Bethel University 2011 — 2014
MBA, Business
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 1998 — 2001
BS, Industrial Technology
Northwest Technical Institute 1992 — 1994
AS, Mechanical Drafting and Design
Graco November 2009 - Present
Graco October 2005 - November 2009
Graco June 2000 - October 2004
Education
Bethel University 2005 — 2008
B.A., Business Management
University of Minnesota Duluth 2000 — 2004
Undergraduate Studies, Electrical Engineering
Blaine High
Nord Gear Corporation September 2007 - Present
Epic Systems December 2006 - September 2007
Graco May 2006 - December 2006
Lubriquip corp August 2000 - December 2006
Marine Travelift 1999 - 2000
Twin Disc 1996 - 1999
MEGTEC Systems, Inc. 1993 - 1996
Advance Systems Inc 1990 - 1993
Macwhtye wire rope company 1980 - 1989
Boeing Commercial Airplanes August 1978 - 1980
Skills
Excel, Visual Basic, Engineering, Acoustic Guitar, Team Leadership, Product Development, Microsoft Excel, Troubleshooting, Manufacturing, Rockets, Process Improvement, Mechanical Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Solidworks, Motion Control, Bearings, Project Engineering, Lubrication, Hydraulics, CAD, Six Sigma, Power Transmission, Gearboxes, Microsoft Office, Electric Motors, Conveyors, Iso 9000
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 1994 — 1996
none, Business
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1976 — 1978
BS, Engineering Mechanics
University of Wisconsin-Green Bay 1970 — 1972
none, Pre-Engineering
Goodman High School
Cummins Power Generation April 2001 - Present
Universal Engineering Services January 1998 - April 2001
Graco 1991 - 1997
Skills
Technical Communication, Pro Engineer, Product Design, Mechanical Engineering, Technical Writing, Aerospace, Windchill, Testing, Visio, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Adobe Acrobat, CAD, Software Documentation, PDM
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2008 — 2013
B.S., Scientific & Technical Communication
Anoka Technical College 1979 — 1981
Associate's degree, Mechanical Engineering
3M February 2014 - Present
W.W. Grainger April 2011 - July 2012
W.W. Grainger June 2007 - April 2011
Graco July 2006 - June 2007
ADP June 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Account Management, Direct Sales, Selling Skills, Solution Selling, Selling, Purchasing, Sales Process, Sales Operations, Customer Service, Finance, B2B, Outside Sales, Strategic Planning, Cold Calling, Qualifying Prospects, Sales Management, Human Resources, Strategy, Leadership
Education
California State University-Northridge 2000 — 2002
BS, Business/Marketing
Graco October 2007 - Present
Skills
Benefits Administration, FMLA, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Employee Relations, Applicant Tracking..., College Recruiting
Education
Augustana College (SD)
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration
Dakkota Integrated Systems 2006 - Present
InterLink Automotive (a Magna International joint venture) 2004 - 2006
Intier Automotive 2000 - 2004
Versatrim (a divison of Magna International) 1996 - 2000
Graco 1986 - 1999
Uarco, Inc 1983 - 1986
Skills
Management, Manufacturing, Budgets, Financial Reporting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Accounting, Automotive, Purchasing, Continuous Improvement
Education
Walsh College 1992 — 1994
MSF, International Finance
Adrian College 1979 — 1983
BBA, Accounting
Graco February 2014 - Present
Dell Compellent April 2012 - February 2014
TE Connectivity May 1988 - April 2012
FMC Corporation, Naval Systems Division January 1986 - May 1988
Onan Corporation March 1979 - January 1986
Applebaums Foods / Rainbow Foods September 1969 - January 1986
R. L. Gould & Co. November 1973 - March 1979
Skills
Technical Documentation, FrameMaker, Technical Writing, SnagIt, Content Management, Technical Communication, Adobe Acrobat, Software Documentation, Manuals, HTML, Desktop Publishing, DITA, Mastered the following...
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1987 — 1995
Business Marketing/Management
BTD 2015 - Present
Ariens Company 2000 - 2014
The Stanley Works 1999 - 2000
Eaton Corporation 1998 - 1999
Graco 1996 - 1998
The Toro Company 1989 - 1996
Skills
Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Logistics Management, Lean Manufacturing, Operations Management, Kaizen, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Management, Leadership, Value Stream Mapping, Team Building, Inventory Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Pricing, MRP, Purchasing, Budgets, Negotiation, Operational Excellence, Lean Transformation, 5S, Change Management, Team Leadership, Manufacturing..., Toyota Production System, Six Sigma, P&L Management, Global Sourcing, Process Improvement, Manufacturing..., Strategic Planning, Kanban, Management, Forecasting, Root Cause Analysis, New Business Development, TPM, Strategy, DMAIC, Materials Management, SPC, Production Planning, Business Process..., Logistics, Supply Management, Manufacturing Operations
Education
Cardinal Stritch University
MBA, Business
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
North Dakota State University
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Pinkerton Government Services January 2009 - Present
graco February 2006 - Present
GRACO, INC January 2006 - Present
St.Paul Police Department November 2002 - December 2005
SAINT PAUL POLICE DEPARTMENT November 2001 - December 2005
City Of St. Pal 2002 - 2005
MEDTRONIC, INC January 2001 - January 2003
METHODIST HOSPITAL January 2000 - January 2001
ANOKA COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS January 1999 - January 2001
PINKERTON SECURITY January 1998 - January 2000
Education
North Hennepin Community College 1994 — 1997
AS/AAS, Law Enforcement
Blaine Senior High school 1982 — 1983
General
Metropolitan State University
BA, Criminal Justice
Alexandria Technical College
Associate in Applied Science Degree, Law Enforcement
METRO STATE UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Arts Degree Program, Criminal Justice
Metropolitan State University
North Hennepin Community College
Associate in Science Degree, Law Enforcement
Graco Executive Administrative AssistantAllina2005 - 2007
Medtronic 2000 - 2005
Education
Adler Graduate School 2006 — 2008
Master Psychology, HOD, Marriage, Family, Children
Howard Lake Sr. High 1973 — 1975
Dipolma, Gener
Clarus Medical LLC January 2005 - Present
IntriCon Corp June 2002 - November 2004
Self-employed Contractor September 2000 - June 2002
Interactive Learning Group June 1999 - September 2000
Gemplus USA November 1996 - April 1999
Graco August 1994 - November 1996
Skills
Manufacturing, Medical Devices, Cross-functional Team..., Quality System, Product Development, Strategic Planning, FDA, ISO, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Management, Forecasting, Product Launch, ISO 13485, Surgical Instruments, Process Engineering, Strategic Sourcing, Lean Manufacturing, Inventory Management, Project Management, Supply Chain Management
Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Master of Science, Management
Purdue University
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Graco May 2012 - Present
Virginia Transformer Corp 2010 - 2012
RHFS 2007 - 2010
AceCo Precision Tools 2004 - 2007
Skills
Electricians, Engineering, Transformer, Renewable Energy, Manufacturing, Power Distribution, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Electrical Engineering, Sales, Business Development, Troubleshooting, High Voltage, Energy, Electricity, Sales Engineering, Power Transmission, Microsoft Office, Software Documentation, Pumps, Peristaltic Pumps
Education
Utah State University 1999 — 2002
Bachelors, Political Science, Public Relations, Organizational Behavior
Ricks College
Associate, General/Engineering
Medtronic August 2015 - Present
Medtronic January 2012 - Present
Graco June 2004 - January 2012
Land O' Lakes October 1999 - June 2004
Skills
Global Compensation, Incentive Programs, Sales Compensation, Compensation & Benefit, Rewards, HRIS, Talent Management, Variable Pay, Executive Pay, Deferred Compensation, Salary, Workforce Planning, Employee Benefits
Education
Augsburg College 2006 — 2009
Master's in Leadership
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
BS, Business/Sociology
Graco October 2004 - Present
Graco 1987 - 2004
Skills
Business Process, HRIS, Process Improvement, Oracle E-Business Suite, Manufacturing, ERP
Education
Bethel University 1994 — 1996
Bachelor's Degree, Organizational Leadership
Hickory Hardware Company December 2005 - September 2008
supreme chemicals of Ga.Inc 2003 - 2005
Graco 2000 - 2003
Cal-Ply 1999 - 2001
gibson homans 1994 - 1999
Armstrong world indutries 1970 - 1979
armstrong world industries 1970 - 1979
maynard high school 1960 - 1964
Education
Arizona State University 1965 — 1970
BS, Marketing
Graco June 1998 - Present
Graco January 1994 - May 1998
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 1992 — 1996
BS, Business Management
Alexandria Technical College 1975 — 1977
AA, Fluid Power
Campbell Oil August 2006 - Present
Test America October 2005 - August 2006
Graco June 1999 - October 2005
Skills
Process Improvement, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, ERP, Team Leadership, Databases, Microsoft SQL Server, WAN
Education
The University of Akron
BS, Chemistry
Carnegie Mellon University
Checkpoint Systems May 2014 - Present
Graco July 2011 - May 2014
COMET Technologies USA inc March 2008 - June 2011
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics September 1997 - March 2008
Skills
FMLA, Human Resources, Benefits Administration, Recruiting, Personnel Management, Succession Planning, HRIS, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Training, Applicant Tracking..., Payroll, Labor Relations, College Recruiting, New Hire Orientations, Deferred Compensation, Workforce Planning, HR Policies, Interviews
Education
Ashland University 2001 — 2006
MBA
The University of Akron 1995 — 1998
Bachelors, Industrial Management
Graco September 2010 - Present
Meggitt Training Systems January 2006 - July 2009
Lakes Area Manufacturing, Inc. 2002 - 2006
Circuit Check, Inc. January 1994 - January 2002
Skills
Project Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Sales, Engineering Management, Product Development, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Project Planning, Team Leadership, ERP
Education
Bemidji State University 1989 — 1993
BS, Industrial Technology
Northwest Technical College 1987 — 1988
AA, Electronics Technology
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Certificate, Project Management Certification Program
University of St. Thomas
Mini MBA for Technical Professionals
Carlson School of Management, U of M
Mammoth Mountain Chalets December 2009 - March 2014
VOJ Company inc August 2000 - December 2009
Graco June 1989 - August 2000
Skills
Project Management, Construction Management, Customer Service, Construction, Carpentry, Electrical..., Electricity, Plumbing, Concrete, Graphic Design, Technical Illustration, Architectural Design, Architectural..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Research, Research and Development, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, Pro E, Illustrator, Free Hand, Solidworks
Education
Bemidji State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial Design
Ecolab July 2013 - Present
Ecolab January 2011 - June 2013
Graco February 2008 - January 2011
Boulay, Heutmaker, Zibell & Co. October 2007 - February 2008
Baker Tilly Virchow Krause, LLP November 2005 - September 2007
Minnesota Department of Revenue August 2003 - November 2005
Skills
Analysis, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Financial Analysis, Product Launch, Start-ups, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Financial Reporting
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2009 — 2012
MBA, Marketing
Auburn University 1997 — 2001
BS Business Administration, International Busines - Finance & German
Graco October 1996 - Present
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 2002 — 2005
BA Business management
NEC Brown Institute 1994 — 1996
Associates in Applied Electronics, Industrial Electronics
St. Paul Technical College 1984 — 1986
Electro-Mechanical Technology
Graco March 2000 - Present
Graco August 1997 - March 2000
Education
Augustana College, Rock Island, Illinois 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Public Administration and Speech Communication
Boston Scientific May 2015 - Present
Weather-Rite LLC January 2014 - May 2015
Weather-Rite LLC July 2013 - December 2013
Graco May 2012 - January 2013
Bobcat Company May 2011 - January 2012
Xcel Energy September 2009 - December 2009
Medtox Laboratories July 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Engineering, Pro Engineer, MathCAD, Mechanical Engineering, Solidworks, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, CAD, Catia, Unigraphics, Finite Element Analysis, Manufacturing..., Project Coordination, Sound Equipment, Machining, Radan, Machine Tools, SolidWorks, PTC Creo, AutoCAD
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2009 — 2011
Associate's degree, Engineering
Concordia College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's degree, Physical Education - Exercise Science / Athletic Training
Delano High School 1996 — 2000
Graco December 2012 - Present
Graco December 2009 - December 2012
Graco AsiaPacific 2005 - December 2009
Graco January 2000 - December 2009
Skills
Channel Management, Key Account Management, B2B, Coatings, Consultative Selling, Conflict Resolution, Strategic Communications, Cross-functional Team..., Selling, Product Development, International Sales, International Business, Product Launch, Adhesives, Business Development, Market Development, Channel Partners, Manufacturing, Sales, Sales Management, New Business Development
Education
Central Michigan University 1982 — 1987
BSBA, Business Management
Graco March 2004 - Present
Fingerhut Companies 1984 - 2002
Education
Metropolitan State University 1985 — 1986
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General, 4.0
Metropolitan State University 1985 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Alexandria Technical College 1982 — 1984
Associate's Degree, Computer Programming, 3.96
Gustavus Adolphus College 1973 — 1974
Biology, General, B
Southwest Minnesota State University 1972 — 1973
Biology, B
Lutheran Bible Institute, Seattle 1971 — 1972
No degree, Bible/Biblical Studies, B
WP Law Inc January 2005 - Present
Graco 2002 - 2003
Graco 2002 - 2003
Siemens Energy & Automation 1997 - 2002
Siemens Energy & Automation 1992 - 1995
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development, Microsoft Office, Key Account Management, Product Management, Sales Operations, Negotiation, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning
Education
Brenau University
Business Management
University of Phoenix
Business Management
South West Professional Mfg Reps, LLC January 2012 - Present
Associate Representative For Southwest Professional Mfg Rep January 2012 - Present
Southwest Professional Mfg Reps, LLC January 2011 - Present
Graco February 1991 - December 2011
Onan March 1987 - February 1991
Goodyear Aerospace December 1984 - March 1987
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development, Coatings, Account Management, Business Development, Sales Operations, Key Account Management, Sales, Budgets, Product Development, Contract Negotiation, Cold Calling, Pricing, B2B, Direct Sales
Education
St. Cloud State University 1971 — 1974
MS, Industrial Education
Bemidji State University 1967 — 1969
BS, Industrial Education
Graco 2008 - 2011
Andersen Corporation March 1987 - May 2008
Skills
Continuous Improvement
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 2003 — 2008
Bachelors in Business Management and Applies Science
Lubrication Scientifics May 2015 - Present
E&R Industrial August 2012 - March 2015
Graco December 2009 - May 2012
Environment One Corporation April 2008 - August 2009
LPS Laboratories April 2006 - April 2008
Skills
Territory Management, Territory Development, Computer Proficiency, Customer Oriented, Customer Experience, Power Generation, Paper Industry, Industrial Markets, Coal Mining, B2B, Market Development, Key Account Management, Sales Force Development, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Management, Channel Partners, International Sales, Business Development, Selling, Training, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Leadership, New Business Development, Account Management, Sales Management
Education
Auburn University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Graco March 2013 - Present
Sprint Nextel 2005 - 2012
Education
Augsburg College 1996 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Big Lake High School
Gaming Laboratories International January 2007 - Present
Graco October 2003 - December 2006
Twenty-One Plus, Inc. October 2000 - October 2003
Skills
Management, Research, Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Negotiation, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Team Building, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Management, Leadership, Coaching, Windows, English
Education
Bergen Community College
Graco September 2005 - Present
Graco January 2003 - September 2005
Syngenta January 1999 - January 2003
Novartis Consumer Health August 1998 - January 1999
Novartis 1993 - January 1999
Novartis August 1983 - August 1988
Rider Bennett, LLP August 1983 - August 1988
Education
Carleton College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Cum Laude, with Distinction in Major
William Mitchell College of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Cum Laude
Graco May 2004 - Present
Education
Alexandria Technical College 2002 — 2004
Associate of Science (A.S.), Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician
Minnesota West Community and Technical College 2001 — 2002
Biofuel Technology
Northern Technologies International Corporation ("NTIC") November 2014 - February 2015
Graco October 2013 - November 2014
ATK April 2013 - October 2013
ATK September 2012 - March 2013
Skills
Java, Eclipse, Software Development, Microsoft Office, Programming, Android Development, Android SDK, PHP, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Computer Building, Computer Science, Manufacturing
Education
Anoka Technical College 2010 — 2014
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Software Development, B
Graco October 2014 - Present
Sun MediaWorks April 2001 - Present
Skills
Project Management, Graphic Design, Social Media, Management, SEO, Analytics, Marketing, Web Design, Leadership, Website Development, Operations Management, Email Marketing, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Logo Design, Art Direction, Customer Service, Sales, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy
Education
St. John's University 2001 — 2003
Babson College 2000 — 2001
The Marshall School 1993 — 2000
GOODIN COMPANY June 2014 - Present
Vision Staffing Solutions/ASI Employment/The Vision Companies March 2014 - April 2014
Graphic Print Inc 1997 - 2013
Brooklyn Park/Park & Recreation March 1992 - August 2000
Graco October 1984 - February 1997
Hennepin Technical College September 1991 - December 1992
RT'S Service Center May 1989 - October 1989
Skills
Certified Forklift..., Sales/Customer Service..., Inventory Control, Machine Maintenance, Welding and fabricating..., Welding, Maintenance & Repair, Forklift Operator, Time Management
Education
Anoka Technical College 2014 — 2014
License/Certificate, Special Engineer's Boilers License/HVAC
North Hennepin Community College 1991 — 1991
Mathematics, Pass/ Fail class - PASSED
Hennepin Technical College 1982 — 1983
Certificate, Automobile Mechanics Technician/ Printing Technology
Robbinsdale Cooper High School 1981 — 1983
Diploma-Graduated
Graco June 2014 - Present
Cargill August 2005 - June 2014
MSP Communications April 2001 - August 2005
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Marketing, InDesign, Marketing Communications, Brand Development, Branding, Brochures, Corporate Branding, Packaging
Education
Brown College 1998 — 1999
Associate's degree, Design and Visual Communications, General
College of Saint Benedict 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Humanities/Humanistic Studies