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
Graco List of Employees There's an exhaustive list of past and present employees! Get comprehensive information on the number of employees at Graco. You can filter them based on skills, years of employment, job, education, department, and prior employment.
Graco Salaries. You can even request information on how much does Graco pay if you want to. Learn about salaries, pros and cons of working for Graco directly from the past employees.
Find People by Employers You can rekindle an old relationship, reconnect with a long-lost friend, former boss, business acquaintance who might be useful in your new line of work. With our employee database, the possibilities are endless. All you have to do is type in a couple of keywords and we'll bring you the exact information you wanted!
913 Graco employees in database. Find out everything there's to know about Graco employees. We offer you a great deal of unbiased information from the internal database, personal records, and many other details that might be of interest to you.
Graco Employees
DeZURIK July 2012 - Present
Graco May 2010 - June 2012
Graco September 2009 - May 2010
Skills
General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Internal Controls, Financial Accounting, Leadership, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Accounts Payable, GAAP, Auditing, Financial Reporting, Fixed Assets, Management
Education
Concordia College 2005 — 2009
BA, Accounting
Medtronic February 2014 - Present
Accenture January 2011 - February 2014
Graco June 2010 - October 2010
LSG Sky Chefs September 2009 - March 2010
New England Financial, A MetLife Company June 2006 - August 2009
Skills
Analysis, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, Managerial Finance, SAP, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Business Planning, Corporate Finance, Internal Controls, Cash Flow, General Ledger, Business Strategy, Project Finance, GAAP, Auditing, Investments, Pricing, Strategic Financial..., Financial Accounting, Business Process..., Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Financial Planning
Education
Hamline University 2009 — 2011
MBA, Finance
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Finance
Stillwater High School
Polaris Industries August 2015 - Present
Pentair April 2014 - August 2015
Graco June 2010 - December 2013
Graco October 2007 - 2010
Star Tribune February 1997 - June 2007
Skills
Advertising, Marketing Communications, Brochures, Integrated Marketing, Layout, Creative Direction, Trade Shows, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Direct Mail, Product Marketing, Email Marketing, Management, Art Direction, Photography, Graphic Design, Direct Marketing, Catalogs, Brand Management, Brand Development, Copywriting
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelors of Art in Journalism and Mass Communication, Advertising
Hennepin Technical College
Graphic Design Specialist, Advertising
3M April 2014 - Present
HB Fuller November 2010 - December 2013
3M November 2008 - October 2010
3M October 2007 - November 2008
3M August 2005 - October 2007
Teradyne July 2004 - July 2005
Taylor Made adidas Golf May 2000 - August 2002
Graco July 1996 - May 2000
Skills
Commercialization, Product Launch, New Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Product Marketing, Adhesives, P&L Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Packaging, Business Development, Business Strategy, Pricing, International Sales
Education
Harvard Business School 2002 — 2004
MBA, General Management and Marketing
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1996
BS, Mechanical Engineering
St. Louis Park High School 1987 — 1991
Ingersoll Rand July 2006 - Present
Kemps LLC December 1998 - June 2006
Sun Country Airlines December 1992 - November 1998
Graco 1989 - 1992
Deloitte June 1985 - 1989
Skills
Hyperion Enterprise, Working Capital..., Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Managerial Finance, Financial Audits, Acquisition Integration, Khalix, Cost Accounting, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Process Improvement, Project Management, Finance, Internal Controls
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor's degree, Accounting and Finance
St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, West Des Moines July 2015 - Present
St. Joseph Educational Center August 2010 - June 2015
Akers & Associates 1994 - 2001
Graco 1992 - 1994
Skills
Program Development, Event Planning, Editing, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Blogging, Adult Education, Teaching, Social Media, Writing, Training, Project Management, Instructional Design, Website Administration, Promotional writing, Meeting Facilitation, Business Strategy, Small Group Facilitation
Education
University of Dayton, Institute for Pastoral Initiatives 2013 — 2014
Certificate in Adult Faith Formation Leadership, Adult Faith Formation
Drake University
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Fluke Thermography July 2014 - Present
RFA Minnesota Engineering March 2013 - May 2013
Graco May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Pro Engineer, Solidworks, Solid Modeling, Product Design, Inventor, CAD, GD&T, Design for Manufacturing, Assemblies, Sheet Metal
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2011 — 2013
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Engineering CAD Technology
North Hennepin Community College 2003 — 2004
SuccessFactors September 2015 - Present
Talent Matters, LLC August 2009 - Present
Salo LLC May 2015 - September 2015
Chart Industries January 2013 - May 2015
Graco February 2010 - January 2013
St. Jude Medical June 2008 - December 2009
Katun Corporation June 2006 - May 2008
G&K Services December 2005 - June 2006
American Express October 2005 - December 2005
American Hardware Mutual Insurance August 2005 - October 2005
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Recruiting, Employee Engagement, Sourcing, Human Resources, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Interviews, Applicant Tracking..., Leadership, Training, Technical Recruiting, Cold Calling, Strategy, Process Improvement, Personnel Management, Management, Hiring, Business Strategy, Social Networking, Cross-functional Team..., College Recruiting, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Temporary Placement, Payroll, Workforce Planning, Program Management, Social Media Marketing, Executive Search, HRIS, SEO, Career Development, Internet Recruiting, Performance Management, Start-ups, Analysis, Interviewing, Career Counseling, Benefits Administration, Metrics, Cost Benefit, Psychological Assessment, 360 Assessments, SDLC, Full-cycle Recruiting, Mentoring, Talent Development, Staffing Services
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1995 — 2002
Master of Art's Degree, Human Resources/Industrial Relations
University of Central Arkansas 1994 — 1995
Coursework toward Master's in Counseling Psychology
Franciscan University of Steubenville 1991 — 1993
BA, Psychology
Southside High School 1986 — 1989
Diploma, General Education
Graco March 2013 - Present
rms Company November 2012 - March 2013
Industrial Custom Products September 2003 - November 2012
Mpls. August 2000 - July 2002
Minneapolis Minnesota July 1999 - August 2000
Skills
Thermoforming,CNC setup..., Mastercam, Grinding, Fanuc, Fixture Design, CNC Programming, Fixtures, CAM, CNC operation, CNC Machine, Lathe, Machining, Milling, CAD/CAM, Manufacturing..., Cycle Time Reduction, Mold, Stamping, Machinery, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Control
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2011 — 2013
(CNC) Setup Technitian, CNC PROGRAMMING, 4.0
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 2011 — 2012
Adult Continued Education Class, Applied Machine Shop Math, Certificate of Completion
Graco March 2008 - Present
SunSource January 2006 - March 2008
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician, A
Lakeland College 2004 — 2005
DPI Specialty Foods June 2008 - Present
MoneyGram International, Minneapolis, MN January 2008 - May 2008
Graco September 2007 - December 2007
Liberty Mutual May 2007 - August 2007
Integra LifeSciences October 2006 - April 2007
First American CoreLogic August 2005 - September 2006
Ixia November 2004 - July 2005
American Dawn Inc. October 2004 - July 2005
Syntel April 2000 - March 2002
Briltek July 1998 - March 2000
Skills
Oracle E-Business Suite, Oracle Applications, ERP, Order Management, Oracle Discoverer, Oracle, OBIEE, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Business Process, PL/SQL, Integration, Requirements Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Data Warehousing, GL, SQL, Order to Cash, Data Conversion, SDLC
Education
Institute of Cost and Work Accountants of India 1976 — 1979
FCWA
Institute of Chartered Accountants of India 1975 — 1979
FCA
University of Madras 1971 — 1974
B.Sc., Maths & Computer Programming
Oracle University
OCP, Oracle Financials
Lubrication Technologies, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Salo LLC January 2014 - Present
Graco March 2015 - August 2015
VERUM Staffing January 2015 - April 2015
Medica October 2014 - December 2014
Ottobock North America June 2014 - November 2014
Valspar January 2014 - May 2014
Loram June 2007 - December 2013
Avant Energy Services 2006 - 2007
Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities 2006 - 2007
Skills
Recruiting, Management, Applicant Tracking..., Employee Engagement, Technical Recruiting, Leadership, Talent Management, Employer Branding, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Sourcing, Strategic Planning, Executive Level..., College Recruiting, Community Outreach, Team Building, Hiring, Onboarding, Project Management, Time Management, New Hire Orientations, Employment-based..., Immigration Issues, Global Immigration, Canadian Immigration Law
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 2002 — 2004
Coon Rapids
Retired and enjoying time to pursue personal interests and family 2008 - Present
Graco 1969 - 2007
Skills
Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Marketing Communications, Product Management, Sales Management, Event Management, Microsoft Excel, Key Account Management, Competitive Analysis, Process Improvement, New Business Development, Team Building, Account Management, Global Business..., Market Planning, Forecasting, Business Development, Pricing, Business Strategy, Budgets, Market Analysis, Product Development, B2B Marketing, Business Planning, Marketing Management, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows, Market Development, Project Management, PowerPoint, Negotiation, Event Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Customer Service, Strategic Partnerships, International Sales, Problem Solving, Operations Management, Management, International Business, B2B, Social Media Marketing, Acquisition Integration, Change Management, Product Launch
Education
Dublin Institute of Technology 1966 — 1969
Bachelor's Degree, Mechanical Engineering
Strathmore College of Arts & Science 1964 — 1966
"A" Levels, Physics, Pure & Applied Math
Saint Mary's School, Nairobi, Kenya 1953 — 1963
High School, 'O' Levels
Graco April 2015 - Present
Ling and Louie's Asian Bar and Grill September 2014 - Present
Etsy September 2012 - Present
Rock Bottom Restaurant & Brewery August 2013 - May 2015
Veronique Wantz Gallery November 2013 - June 2014
Movimientos May 2012 - August 2012
University of Wisconsin - Stevens Point September 2009 - May 2012
University of Wisconsin Stevens Point- College of Fine Arts and Communication September 2011 - February 2012
Cru Global June 2011 - July 2011
Skills
SolidWorks, Machining, Creo Parametric, Product Design, 3D Modeling, 3D Printing, PC, Geometric Dimensioning..., Event Planning, Social Media, Customer Service, Photography, Microsoft Office, Mac, Microsoft Word, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Public Speaking, Costume Design, Fundraising, Event Management, Music, Facebook, Promotions, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Team Building, Theatre, Non-profits, InDesign, PowerPoint, Illustrator, Social Movements, Dance, Art, Film Production, Adobe Audition, Spanish, Interior Design, Sculpture, Power Tools, Pinterest, Twitter, Basecamp
Education
Dunwoody College of Technology 2014 — 2015
Associate's Degree, Industrial Engineering, 3.8 GPA
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Arts, Design and Business Management, GPA 3.0
NLHS 2004 — 2008
Trissential July 2015 - Present
Boom Lab November 2014 - June 2015
Boom Lab January 2014 - November 2014
Boom Lab June 2013 - December 2013
Gustavus Adolphus College Technology Services January 2013 - June 2013
Target June 2012 - August 2012
Graco January 2012 - February 2012
Skills
Leadership, Recruiting, Human Resources, Social Networking, Facebook, Training, Fundraising, Speech Writing, Press Releases, Corporate Communications, Employee Management, Event Planning, Research, Data Analysis, Project Management, Marketing, Process Management
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 2010 — 2013
Communication Studies, Communication Studies, Management Minor
Buffalo Senior High School 2006 — 2010
Iowa State University January 2013 - Present
Boston Scientific May 2015 - August 2015
Graco May 2014 - August 2014
Iowa State University January 2013 - May 2013
City of Minnetonka December 2011 - January 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teaching, Computer Aided Drafting..., Matlab, Management, Microsoft Word, English, Windows, Outlook, Minitab
Education
Iowa State University 2012 — 2016
Mechanical Engineering, Junior
Hopkins High School 2008 — 2012
Graco November 2004 - Present
Fresenius Medical Care June 2002 - January 2004
Skills
Inventory Control, Warehousing, Microsoft Word, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Supply Chain Management, Time Management, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Customer Service
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2005 — 2006
NHCC 2003 — 2004
The Creative Group October 2013 - Present
Associated Financial Group May 2010 - February 2013
Artisan Pasta September 2009 - December 2009
Graco and Peridot Group March 2009 - July 2009
Graco December 2007 - January 2009
Medtronic 2006 - 2007
University of Minnesota September 2001 - September 2006
Skills
Leadership, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Spanish, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Event Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2005 — 2007
M.A., Strategic Communications
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1986 — 1989
B.S., Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 1980 — 1984
B.A., Classics
Graco January 2014 - Present
Skills
Sales, Sales Management, Business Development, New Business Development, Sales Operations, Training
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2009 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Northern Illinois University 1998 — 2003
BA, Corporate Communication
Limeston High School
Edelman July 2015 - Present
Weber Shandwick May 2014 - August 2014
Graco May 2013 - August 2013
Greater Twin Cities United Way May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Nonprofits
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2011 — 2015
Permasteelisa North America June 2015 - August 2015
Graco January 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Engineering, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Quality Control, Continuous Improvement, Asset Evaluation, Microsoft Office, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Oracle, Teamcenter
Education
Iowa State University 2011 — 2016
Bachelor’s Degree, Industrial Engineering
Master Coating Technologies October 2014 - Present
Graco May 2014 - October 2014
Feldmann Imports January 2013 - May 2014
Skills
Leadership, Project Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Analysis, Teamwork, Time Management, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Customer Satisfaction
Education
St. Cloud State University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Iowa State University 2008 — 2008
Novozymes July 2015 - Present
Bostik May 2011 - January 2015
Kimberly-Clark 2011 - 2012
Graco June 2009 - November 2010
Lubrizol July 2007 - February 2009
PPG Industries February 2006 - July 2007
Eastman Chemical Company April 2004 - September 2005
Eastman Chemical Company March 2001 - March 2004
Skills
Market Development, Cross-functional Team..., Chemistry, Marketing Management, P&L Responsibility, Adhesives, Coatings, Polymers, Plastics, Additives, Polyurethane, Key Account Management, Product Development, Pricing, Product Launch, Competitive Analysis, B2B, Market Analysis, Product Management, Six Sigma, CRM, P&L Management, Product Marketing, Strategy
Education
East Tennessee State University 1991 — 1993
MS, Chemistry
West Virginia University 1988 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts, Chemistry
Cummins Inc. September 2013 - Present
Cummins Inc November 2012 - September 2013
Cummins Inc. March 2009 - November 2012
Cummins Inc. July 2007 - March 2009
Cummins Inc. January 2004 - July 2007
Cummins Inc. January 2002 - January 2004
Graco January 2000 - January 2002
Cummins Inc. June 1991 - January 2000
Cummins Inc. July 1989 - June 1991
United States Marine Corps July 1981 - July 1985
Skills
Global Management, Leadership, Business Strategy, Communication, Highly effective, Delivering Results, Strategic Negotiations, Start-ups, Acquisition Integration, Building Relationships, Mentoring, Culture, New Business Development, Team Building, Strategic Partnerships, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Electrical Engineering, Project Management, Business Process, Operations Management, Product Development, Product Management, Business Planning, Organizational..., Six Sigma, ERP, Management, M&A experience, Business Valuation, Integration
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical Engineering
RETIRED January 2015 - Present
Renaissance Photo Tech, Inc. (dba) Photobackpacker.com 2005 - Present
Chief Manufacturing October 1999 - November 2004
McGladrey & Pullen August 1998 - October 1999
Graco September 1987 - June 1998
Arthur Andersen & Co. 1979 - 1986
Donaldson's Department Stores 1977 - 1979
U.S. Navy - VAW 111 San Diego, CA October 1969 - March 1977
Skills
Manufacturing, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Sales, Management Consulting, Business Development, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Business Planning, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Pricing, Marketing Management, Leadership, Marketing, B2B, Management, Retail, Entrepreneurship, Team Leadership, Budgets, Quality Control, Innovation, Product Design, Customer-focused Service, Photography
Education
Webster University 1975 — 1977
MA, Business Administration
Hamline University 1965 — 1969
BA, Economics
BNSF Railway August 2014 - Present
Rosenbauer America February 2014 - August 2014
Rosenbauer August 2013 - August 2014
Midwest Medical Services October 2012 - July 2013
Graco August 2012 - October 2012
st. paul linoleum and carpet co. August 2002 - January 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Fitness Training, Fitness, Weight Training, Endurance, Strength Training, Troubleshooting, Pneumatics, Hydraulic Systems, Valves, Hydraulics, AutoCAD, Pumps, Electro-mechanical
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2012 — 2014
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician, 3.8 GPA
Regal Beloit February 2015 - Present
Emerson Industrial Automation April 2013 - February 2015
Graco September 2011 - April 2013
Graco June 2010 - January 2012
Graco March 2004 - September 2011
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Management, Sales Operations, Product Development, Sales, Manufacturing, Pricing, Negotiation, Marketing
Education
University of Wisconsin-Stout 2005 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Management
Dunwoody College of Technology 2002 — 2004
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Mechanical Engineering
Graco July 2014 - Present
Graco May 2010 - July 2014
Donaldson April 2006 - March 2009
McKesson August 2002 - October 2005
Arbita.com December 2000 - August 2002
Jeane Thorne Inc. 1998 - 2000
Skills
Manufacturing, Personnel Management, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Acquisition, Technical Recruiting, Onboarding, College Recruiting, Sourcing, Internet Recruiting, Talent Management, Benefits Negotiation, Interviews, Recruiting, Human Resources, HR Policies, CRM, Networking, Hiring, Leadership, HRIS, Sales, Training, Cold Calling, Temporary Placement, Team Building, Management, Employee Relations, Workforce Planning, Employer Branding, Taleo, Employee Engagement, Succession Planning, Screening, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul
Bachelor's degree, Human Resources Management
Graco April 2015 - Present
Target Corporation October 2014 - April 2015
Titan Energy Systems April 2012 - February 2015
Skills
Power Generation, Energy, Power Distribution, Customer Service, Cross-functional Team..., Team Leadership
Education
Dunwoody College of Technology 2001 — 2003
Automotive Service and Repair
Greater Cleveland RTA June 2011 - Present
Greater Cleveland RTA June 2011 - Present
Greater Cleveland RTA May 2012 - August 2012
Greater Cleveland RTA July 2007 - May 2011
Graco December 2006 - May 2007
Sherwin Williams September 2006 - December 2006
Even Cut Abrasive May 2006 - October 2006
Bettcher Manufacturing LLC August 2005 - December 2005
Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland February 2005 - December 2005
Chase December 2001 - December 2004
Skills
Operations Management, Transportation, Supply Chain Management, Data Analysis, Logistics, Business Analysis, Lean Six Sigma, Manufacturing..., Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing..., Maintenance & Repair, Preventive Maintenance, Finance, Banking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Customer Service, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Research
Education
Cleveland State University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Operations/Supply Chain Management
Cleveland State University 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree
Accuspec Electronics September 2014 - Present
Seco Warwick Corporation March 2011 - August 2014
DynaMotors Inc. December 2009 - February 2011
Universal White Cement April 2009 - February 2011
Concord Steel Inc. July 2008 - March 2009
Faiveley Transport February 2007 - June 2008
Graco February 2006 - January 2007
Ametek January 2005 - February 2006
Alemite LLC January 2004 - December 2004
Burnham Holdings LLC September 1999 - December 2003
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Kanban, Project Management, Strategic Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Supply Management, MRP, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Materials Management, Management, Negotiation, Six Sigma, Product Development, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Leadership, Program Management, Vendor Relationships, Manufacturing, Purchasing, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, Sourcing, Logistics, ISO, Forecasting, ERP, Automotive, Strategy, Warehousing, Materials, Project Planning, Quality Assurance, Inventory Control, Procurement, Process Improvement, Budgets, 5S
Education
Kent State University 2010 — 2010
2010, Lean 6 Sigma Black Belt
NAPM - ISM 2009 — 2009
2009, CSCA Certified Supply Chain Analyst(CSCA)
The University of Akron 2009 — 2009
2009, Project Management Certificate
ISM - NAPM
Certification - Lifetime, Certified Purchasing Manager
Mercyhurst University
B.S., Business Adm / A.A. Materials Mgt
St. Jude Medical November 2014 - Present
Graco August 2012 - November 2014
Emerson Process Management January 2011 - August 2011
Skills
FMEA, Root Cause Analysis, GD&T, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Microsoft Office, Materials Science, Oracle, Engineering
Education
Iowa State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Material Science Engineering
ThyssenKrupp Elevator Americas October 2013 - Present
NIBCO INC. March 2012 - October 2013
KONE Inc. September 2002 - October 2011
Graco December 1999 - October 2001
Armstrong World Industries January 1995 - December 1999
Skills
Market Development, Segmentation, Product Knowledge, Green Technology, Green Building, LEED, Salesforce.com, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Market Research, Market Analysis, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Customer Presentations, Contract Management, Project Management, Launch Of New Products, Business Development, New Business Development, Sales, Contract Negotiation
Education
Emporia State University
Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Administration
USAFrance, LLC Dba ReussirUSA January 2015 - July 2015
Winekee.com June 2014 - November 2014
Caen Public Hospital January 2014 - February 2014
BM International March 2013 - June 2013
Legallais May 2012 - June 2012
Graco June 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Business Strategy, International Business..., International Trade, Corporate Finance, Business Development, International Marketing, Purchase Management, Microsoft Office, Marketing Strategy
Education
Université Laval 2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance, General
Ecole de Management de Normandie 2010 — 2016
Master 2, International Business
Hanyang University 2012 — 2013
Seoul, South Korea, Exchange Student Year, Business and Administration, 3.5/4 GPA
Best Buy October 2013 - Present
Best Buy May 2012 - October 2013
Best Buy September 2009 - July 2012
Certes Financial Pros 1998 - October 2009
Coda Music Technology (now MakeMusic) 1995 - 1998
Graco 1991 - 1994
Carlson, Poston & Associates 1989 - 1991
Arthur Andersen & Co. - Mpls 1987 - 1989
Skills
Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Accounting, Controllership Functions, CPA, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Policies &..., General Ledger, Internal Controls, Internal Audit, Monthly Close Process, Multi-channel Retail, Process Improvement, Project Management, Sarbanes-Oxley, Shared Services, US GAAP, Team Building, Account Reconciliation, Big 4, Variance Analysis
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1982 — 1987
BA, Accounting
Kansai Gaidai University 1983 — 1984
Japan Studies - Exchange Student
Graco January 2015 - Present
Sunset View Farms January 2010 - August 2013
Muth Mirror Systems May 2013 - July 2013
Skills
Solidworks, CNC Programming, VB.NET, Industrial Engineering, Microsoft Office, Manufacturing, Leadership, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Education
Iowa State University 2012 — 2017
Bachelor's degree, Industrial Engineering
NOTIFIER by HONEYWELL April 2014 - Present
FLO Components Ltd. February 2013 - March 2014
Graco May 2007 - October 2012
Skills
Sales Management, Key Account Management, Product Development, New Business Development, Market Development, Cross-functional Team..., Pricing, Negotiation, Account Management, B2B, International Sales, Manufacturing, Marketing Strategy, Purchasing, Direct Sales, Competitive Analysis, Key Account Development, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Sales Operations, Forecasting, Selling, Sales Process, Automotive, Product Marketing, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Business Planning, Business Development, Fluid Power, Product Management, Inventory Management
Education
Humber College
Diploma, Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General
Medtronic June 2013 - Present
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University September 2012 - May 2013
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University September 2011 - May 2013
College of Saint Benedict and Saint John’s University May 2012 - August 2012
Graco December 2010 - January 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Biochemistry, Research, Laboratory, Software Documentation, Management, Data Analysis, Teaching, Statistics, Biology
Education
College of St. Benedict 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology
Chicago Pneumatic December 2011 - Present
Atlas Copco 2011 - Present
McCullough Public Relations February 2011 - December 2011
Franklin University 2009 - 2010
Graco February 1999 - March 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Budgets, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, Account Management, Product Development, New Business Development, Email Marketing, Public Relations, Product Launch, Marketing, Market Research, Copywriting, Customer Service, Direct Marketing, B2B, B2B Marketing, Brand Development, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Digital Marketing, Direct Mail, Market Planning, Microsoft Office, Product Management, Project Management, SEO, Sales, Sales Operations, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Strategy, Team Building, Trade Shows
Education
Franklin University 2009 — 2010
Bachelors, Marketing Communications
Spafinder Wellness 365 June 2015 - Present
Comcast Business 2013 - 2015
Graco 2010 - 2013
Next Generation Media 2009 - 2010
Next Day Gourmet March 2008 - January 2009
Next Day Gourmet 2006 - 2008
Skills
Direct Marketing, Market Research, B2B Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, SEO, Marketing Management, Email Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, B2B, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Product Development, Project Management, Direct Sales, PPC, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Online Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Consumer Marketing, Direct Mail Campaigns, Web Metrics, Distribution Strategies, Channel Strategy, Creative Campaign..., Business Networking, Business Analysis, Competitive Intelligence, Marketing Analytics, Market Analysis, B2C, Mobile Technology, Internal Communications, Campaign Management, Team Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Lead Generation, Integrated Marketing, Product Marketing, Web Analytics, Marketing
Education
Hamline University 2003 — 2005
Master of Arts, Management; International Management
Goethe Institut 2003 — 2003
Certification in German Proficiency, 4.0
Hamline University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, International Management
Milk Specialties Company March 2015 - Present
Civilmade December 2013 - Present
Graco June 2012 - March 2015
Crown College September 2011 - May 2012
HOPE International September 2010 - December 2011
Chipotle Mexican Grill May 2011 - October 2011
Carlson Company Estate June 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Financial Reporting, Customer Service, Accounting, Administration, Financial Analysis, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Project Management, Leadership Development, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Website Design, Creative Problem Solving, Food Preparation, Managerial Finance, Cost Accounting, Leadership, WordPress
Education
Crown College 2008 — 2011
B.S., Business Administration
Graco Inc. December 2013 - Present
Graco September 2012 - December 2013
Beacon Hill Staffing Group 2012 - December 2013
Hawkins, Inc. July 2012 - August 2012
Head, Seifert & Vander Weide March 1986 - September 2011
Blaeser & Johnson January 1983 - March 1986
Skills
Attention To Detail, Self-directed, Securities Litigation, calendar management, Organizing Meetings, Document Management, Document Imaging, document creation, business tool..., file management, Travel Planning, Microsoft Office, Adobe Software, DocsOpen, Timeslips, Quickbooks, WordPerfect, ECF, Labels Unlimited, Office Administration, Office Management, Complex Litigation, Corporate Law, Estate Planning, Real Estate, railroad corporate..., Lotus Notes, CPI IP patent database, USPTO website, Wordperfect, File Management, Time Management
Education
Century College 1980 — 1981
Certificate of Completion, Legal Secretary
White Bear Mariner High School 1976 — 1980
Diploma, Secretarial
LABRADAK LLC January 2011 - Present
TestAmerica April 2013 - October 2014
BAE Systems August 2009 - December 2010
BAE Systems November 2008 - July 2009
BAE Systems June 2007 - October 2008
WMC, Inc. 1999 - 2007
Progress Casting Group 1998 - 1999
Graco 1993 - 1998
US Army Corps of Engineers 1984 - 1993
Skills
Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Leadership, Management, Program Management, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Project Management, Strategy, Quality Assurance
Education
Missouri University of Science and Technology
MS, Engineering Management
Iowa State University
BS, Industrial Engineering
The Toro Company February 2012 - Present
Graco 2005 - 2012
Graco 2002 - 2004
Graco 2002 - 2004
Thermo King 1992 - 2000
Caterpillar Inc. 1986 - 1992
Skills
Machining, Supply Chain Management
Education
Iowa State University 1985 — 1989
BSME
Graco May 2013 - Present
Anoka Computer Center, LLC January 2011 - Present
The Specialty Lab, Inc June 2011 - October 2012
Stork Twin City Testing Corp January 1999 - April 2011
Environ Laboratories, Inc January 1990 - January 1995
Skills
Electronics, Network Administration, HALT, Computer Hardware, Vibration and Shock, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Program Management, Six Sigma, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Continuous Improvement, Software Documentation, Engineering, Networking, Hardware, Product Development, Testing, Process Improvement, Team Leadership, Quality Management, Process Engineering, Project Planning, Aerospace
Education
Hennepin Technical College 1986 — 1987
Industrial Plant Engineering
Dakota Technical College 2000 — 2001
Accounting and Small Business Management
Benchmark Learning 2013 — 2013
VMware 5.1, Installation, Configuration, and Maintenance
Prometric 2011 — 2011
CompTIA A+,, Computer Service and Repair
Sylvan Prometric 1998 — 1999
MCSE, Microsoft Certified Systems Engineer
Milestone AV Technologies February 2013 - Present
Milestone AV Technologies May 2010 - February 2013
Milestone AV Technologies February 2009 - May 2010
Milestone AV Technologies February 2006 - February 2009
MLT Vacations August 2005 - February 2006
MSP Communications September 2004 - December 2004
Graco 2001 - 2004
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Communications, Graphic Design, Trade Shows, Email Marketing, Product Marketing, Copywriting, Marketing Management, Project Management, Design Thinking, Brand Development, Copy Editing, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, B2B, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Newsletters, SEO, Graphics
Education
Coon Rapids High School
Drake University 2000 — 2004
BFA Journalism and Mass Communication, Journalism and Graphic Design
University of St. Thomas 2013 — 2013
Mini Master of Marketing Management
Jargon Software March 2007 - Present
API Outsourcing January 2005 - October 2006
Storage Equipment January 2003 - July 2004
PPT VISION March 1996 - June 2000
Cycle Software Services 1994 - 1996
Optrotech 1988 - 1993
Graco 1987 - 1988
Advanced Robotics, Inc. 1982 - 1985
Skills
Sales Process, SaaS, CRM, Product Marketing, Salesforce.com, Solution Selling, Sales Management, Selling, Business Strategy, Strategy, Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Product Development, Forecasting, Training, Business Development, Sales, Product Launch, Strategic Partnerships, Negotiation, Marketing, Start-ups, Change Management, Project Management, Product Management, Retail, Coaching, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, B2B, Lead Generation, P&L Management, Direct Sales, Marketing Management, Go-to-market Strategy, Executive Management, Enterprise Software, Sales Operations, New Business Development
Education
Harvard Business School 1985 — 1987
M.B.A.
Harvard University 1985 — 1987
A.B.
Lakeside
Graco Inc. April 2015 - Present
Graco November 2007 - Present
MN State Lottery August 2003 - November 2007
Skills
General Ledger, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Manufacturing, Hyperion Enterprise, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Managerial Finance, Financial Reporting, Cost Accounting, Accounting, Cross-functional Team..., Account Reconciliation, Pricing, US GAAP
Education
Hamline University 1987 — 1988
Metropolitan State University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Higginbotham October 2007 - Present
Coastal Bend SHRM January 2006 - October 2014
HRH February 2002 - October 2007
A.G. Edwards & Sons, Inc. February 2001 - February 2002
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. February 1999 - February 2001
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. April 1997 - January 1999
Graco February 1996 - April 1997
Skills
Employee Benefits, Insurance, Benefits Administration, Health Insurance, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Human Resources, HRIS, Team Building, Disability Insurance, Strategic Planning, Organizational..., Brokers, Payroll, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Healthcare Management, Health Care Reform, Compliance, Compensation & Benefit, Benefits Design, Dental Insurance, Cafeteria Plans, COBRA, Health Savings Accounts, FMLA, Commercial Insurance, Term Life Insurance, Strategy, Risk Management, Property & Casualty..., Long-term Care, Life Insurance, Personnel Management, Employee Wellness, Claim
Education
University of the Incarnate Word 2012 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
University of the Incarnate Word
Bachelor of Arts, Human Resources & Business Administration
Del Mar College
Associates Degree, Business Administration
Graco February 2015 - Present
Micro-Poise Measurement System, Business Unit of AMETEK, Inc January 2014 - February 2015
Automated Packaging Systems December 2012 - January 2014
Automated Packaging Systems January 2010 - December 2012
Automated Packaging Systems November 2005 - December 2009
Automated Packaging Systems April 2002 - November 2005
Automated Packaging Systems May 1999 - April 2002
Automated Packaging Systems January 1998 - May 1999
Mr. Coffee April 1994 - January 1998
Lucerne Products November 1990 - March 1994
Skills
Six Sigma, Automation, Root Cause Analysis, Product Development, Value Stream Mapping, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Design of Experiments, AutoCAD, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Engineering, Product Design, DFMA, Pro Engineer, SDRC I-DEAS, Manufacturing Operations, Manufacturing..., Cellular Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Mechanical Engineering, Design for Manufacturing
Education
Malone University 2010 — 2012
MBA, Master of Business Administration--Operations Management
Kent State University 2002 — 2007
BST, Mechanical Engineering Technology
Microsoft September 2014 - Present
ArloWorks January 2006 - Present
Graco March 2014 - August 2014
Microsoft May 2013 - August 2013
Open Systems International May 2012 - September 2012
Land O'Lakes July 2011 - September 2011
University of Minnesota September 2010 - May 2011
Leonardo's Basement 2005 - 2010
Skills
Programming, Team Leadership, Internal Communications, PCB design, Linux, C, Embedded Systems, C++, Web Development, Engineering, Windows, Matlab, Software Development, Microsoft Office, Testing, Virtualization, Microsoft Excel, SolidWorks, JavaScript, Computer Hardware, Web Applications, HTML, PTC Creo
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2010 — 2014
BS, Computer Engineernig, 3.87 GPA
Century College 2008 — 2010
Private Education April 2011 - Present
Bergin Fruit & Nut Company December 2010 - 2011
Bergin Fruit & Nut Company October 2010 - December 2010
Graco April 2010 - May 2010
HealthPartners October 2009 - April 2010
Convey December 2008 - June 2009
Career Professionals July 2006 - December 2008
Education
Hamline University 2009 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching, 4.0
University of Nebraska-Lincoln
Bachelors Degree in Business Administration, Major: International Business
Minnetonka High School
High School
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Business and Spanish
Graco February 2007 - March 2014
LD Design August 2003 - February 2007
Premium Waters Inc. 2000 - 2003
Phoenix Home Life 1996 - 1999
Skills
Packaging, Art Direction, Layout, Catalogs, Logo Design, Brochures, Graphics, Graphic Design, QuarkXPress, Creative Direction, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Direct Mail, Photoshop, Photography
Education
The Art Institutes International-Minnesota 1998 — 1999
Associate of Arts (AA), Graphic Design
University of MN Duluth 1994 — 1996
Psychology
Drake University 1993 — 1994
Art/Art Studies, General
Graco September 2015 - Present
Mettler-Toledo PCE November 2014 - Present
United Packaging Supply July 2008 - November 2014
MetLife 2006 - 2007
Skills
Vendor Managed Inventory, Cost Analysis, New Business Development, Account Management, Packaging, Cost Benefit, ROI Justification, Purchasing, International Sales, Key Account Management, Lean Manufacturing, Product Development, Supply Chain, Contract Negotiation, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Operations Management, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, B2B, Sales
Education
Dickinson College 2002 — 2006
BA, Philosophy
RFA Engineering October 2014 - Present
Globe University July 2012 - Present
Graco January 2014 - July 2014
United States Air Force Reserve April 2008 - April 2014
Mystic Lake Casino Hotel September 2005 - September 2013
LHB September 2011 - July 2012
Skills
Surveys, AutoCAD, Mathematics, Construction Management, GIS, Customer Service, Solidworks, Sketching, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Revit, AutoCAD Civil 3D, Map 3D, Calculus, Engineering, Surveying
Education
Community College of the Air Force 2008 — 2014
Construction Technology
Globe University-Woodbury 2012 — 2013
Engineer Drafting and Design, Drafting/Design Engineering Technologies/Technicians
Graco November 2013 - Present
Anthem Education Group May 2011 - November 2012
Rum River LLC March 2011 - September 2011
Hubert H. Humphrey Institute of Public Affairs August 2009 - August 2010
Center for Energy and Environment May 2008 - August 2008
Michelin August 2003 - July 2007
CIS International School December 2000 - March 2003
Computer Sciences Corporation January 1996 - December 2000
Skills
Corporate Training, Program Evaluation, Program Management, Higher Education..., Business Analysis, Higher Education Policy, Instructional Design, Train the Trainer, Professional..., Educational Leadership, Project Management, Data Analysis, Non-profits, Leadership, Teaching, Technical Training, Staff Development, Adult Education, Nonprofits, Program Development, Higher Education, Management, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Public Speaking, Analysis, Policy, Training, Strategy, E-Learning, Strategic Planning, Distance Learning, Leadership Development, Career Counseling, Student Affairs, Workshop Facilitation, Interviews, Career Development, Qualitative Research, Community Outreach, Organizational...
Education
University of Minnesota - Humphrey Institute 2007 — 2009
M.S. Science, Technology and Environmental Policy, Evidence Based Policy Analysis; Global Public Policy
Concordia College 1991 — 1995
B.A., Physics, Mathematics, Spanish
MTS Systems 2011 - 2011
Graco March 2010 - September 2010
Donaldson Corporation 1996 - February 2009
Toro Corporation January 1995 - January 1996
Mentor Urology January 1993 - January 1994
St. Jude Medical 1992 - 1992
Onan Corporation 1981 - 1989
Skills
Excel, Scanning Electron..., Lathe, Injection Molding, Machining, Testing
Education
Hennepin Technical College 1980 — 1982
Automotive Machine
St. Paul College 1974 — 1979
Industrial Electronics, Television Repair, FCC License
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1973 — 1973
Engineering
Oracle September 2015 - Present
TopRank® Online Marketing November 2014 - August 2015
Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare October 2012 - November 2014
Be The Match operated by National Marrow Donor Program August 2011 - October 2012
Celleration December 2011 - May 2012
Graco June 2007 - July 2011
Dicks Sporting Goods April 2010 - October 2010
Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Management, Sales, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Analytics, SEO, SEO Copywriting, Events Coordination, Healthcare, Logistics, Microsoft Office, Trade Shows, Business Development, New Business Development, SaaS
Education
Hamline University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Major in Communications; Minor in Sociology
Coon Rapids High School 2003 — 2007
Freelance 2014 - Present
PPG Industries October 2013 - April 2014
PPG Industries February 2011 - October 2013
PPG Industries February 2010 - February 2011
PPG Industries June 2009 - February 2010
Graco 1999 - 2007
Skills
CSS, HTML5, Web Development, Front-end Development, JavaScript, Git, jQuery, Backbone.js, KnockoutJS, Sales Management, Management, Leadership, Team Building
Education
Udacity 2014 — 2015
Front-End Web Development
College of DuPage 1991 — 1993
Undergraduate Prerequisites
Wells Fargo September 2014 - Present
Experis IT April 2013 - September 2014
OptumHealth August 2010 - April 2013
Technisource May 2010 - August 2010
BAE Systems April 2007 - August 2009
Graco May 1993 - April 2007
Skills
Visio, Program Management, SharePoint, Unix, Instructional Design, Software Documentation, Project Management, Troubleshooting, Requirements Analysis, Security, Software Project..., Training, Analysis, Technical Writing, Quality Assurance, Leadership, Management, Business Process, Project Planning, Access, Technical Support, Integration, Process Improvement
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 2010 — 2010
Certificate, Mini Masters in Project Management
ITT Technical Institute-Houston 1990 — 1992
AA, CAD Technology
Concordia University-St. Paul 1980 — 1986
BA, Secondary Education
Concordia Academy-Roseville 1977 — 1980
HS Diploma, College Prep
Employers Association
University of St. Thomas
SunSource Regional ManagerBIJUR DELIMONApril 1992 - April 1996
Stewart Warner Alemite Pump 1989 - 1992
Graco 1982 - 1989
Skills
Engineering, Pricing, Key Account Management, Negotiation, Account Management, Sales Process, Solution Selling, Automation, Pneumatics, Product Management, B2B, Sales Management, Cold Calling, Manufacturing, Motion Control, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Business Development, Direct Sales, Product Marketing, Industrial Distribution, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, Sales, Forecasting
Education
Cleveland State University
bba, marketing
Graco July 2009 - September 2013
Graco April 2007 - July 2009
Tennant Company August 2005 - April 2007
Skills
jQuery, JSON, ADO.NET, C#, ASP.NET MVC, HTML, CSS, SQL, JavaScript, Entity Framework, Manufacturing, Machining, Automation, Machinery, Machine Tools, Electronics, Welder, Certified Fluid Power, Cnc, Fixtures, Maintenance & Repair, Forklift Operator, Grinding, Pneumatics, Pro Engineer, Design for Manufacturing, Hydraulics, Machine Design
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2004 — 2010
Associate's degree, Hydraulics and Fluid Power Technology/Technician
Hennepin Technical College 2004 — 2010
Associate's degree, Machine Tool Technology/Machinist
Graco June 2015 - Present
General Air Service & Supply June 2014 - May 2015
UMB Bank May 2013 - May 2014
Young Life August 2009 - May 2011
Skills
Microsoft Word, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Vendor Relationship..., Inventory Management, Warehouse Control, Leadership, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Social Media, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Social Networking, Management, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Process Improvement
Education
Colorado Christian University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Minnesota State Community and Technical College 2010 — 2011
General Studies
Boulay, Heutmaker, Zibell & Co. P.L.L.P. September 2012 - Present
Gustavus Adolphus College September 2009 - May 2012
Cliffs Natural Resources- Hibbing Taconite June 2011 - August 2011
Graco January 2011 - February 2011
InterACT Group September 2010 - December 2010
Hibbing High school December 2007 - August 2010
The Stand April 2007 - August 2010
Gustavus Adolphus College September 2008 - May 2010
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 2008 — 2012
B.A., Public Accounting
Hibbing High School 2004 — 2008
Graco September 2015 - Present
Ecolab June 2014 - Present
Freelance Graphic Designer September 2008 - May 2015
Ecolab May 2011 - June 2014
Zanasi USA December 2007 - May 2011
Zanasi USA December 2007 - May 2011
General Mills December 2009 - June 2010
Skills
Troubleshooting, Maintenance, Research, Low Voltage Wiring, Safety, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Photography, Photoshop, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Illustrator, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Suite, R, Engineering, Manufacturing, Social Media Marketing, Packaging, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Preventive Maintenance, Process Engineering, Quality Control, Technical Writing, Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving, Testing, Product Development, Process Improvement, R&D
Education
Dakota County Technical College 2014 — 2015
Mechatronics, Engineering/Mechatronics
The Art Institues International MN 2006 — 2009
Associate of Applied Science, Graphic Design
Vermillion Community College 2005 — 2006
Wilderness Management, Wilderness Management/Woods Guide
Hilton Garden Inn March 2013 - Present
Hampton January 2011 - March 2013
Raymond Management Company April 2010 - January 2011
Raymond Management Company February 2009 - April 2010
Graco September 2008 - November 2008
Graco January 2008 - September 2008
Graco July 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Forecasting, Operations Management, Sales Management, Microsoft Office, Management, Hotels, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Hospitality Management, Sales, Hospitality, Customer Satisfaction, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Analysis
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2003 — 2005
MBA, MBA - Management
University of Tennessee-Knoxville - College of Business Administration 1998 — 2002
BS
Graco January 2008 - Present
GlasCraft June 1999 - January 2008
US Navy September 1993 - May 1997
Skills
PTC Creo, CAD, Product Development, Engineering, Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Mechanical Engineering, Project Management, Product Design, Machining, Microsoft Office
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 1997 — 2005
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Mechanical Engineering Technology
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Graphics
adidas Group September 2014 - Present
Graco June 2015 - August 2015
Education
College of Saint Benedict 2015 — 2019
St. Michael-Albertville High School 2011 — 2015
Graco August 2013 - Present
Thermo Fisher Scientific January 2011 - August 2013
Thermo Fisher Scientific August 2009 - January 2011
IABC January 2010 - December 2010
Slingshot SEO June 2010 - August 2010
IABC, Indianapolis Chapter January 2009 - December 2009
Thermo Fisher Scientific April 2007 - August 2009
Fathers and Families Center 2003 - 2007
Goodwill Industries of Central Indiana May 2003 - October 2003
Skills
Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Email Marketing, Social Media, Blogging, Online Advertising, SEO, Media Relations, Social Networking, Budgets, Strategy, Management, Public Relations, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Lead Generation, B2B, Salesforce.com, Web Marketing, Digital Marketing, Direct Marketing, Product Development, Advertising, Press Releases, Marketing Management, Sales, B2B Marketing, Newsletters, Content Management, Market Research, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Leadership, Strategic Communications, Facebook, PPC, Content Strategy, Trade Shows, Product Launch, Brand Development, Copywriting, Sales Management, Web Design, Market Planning, Training, Fundraising, Product Marketing, Public Speaking
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis
B.A., Journalism
Calfrac Well Services January 2014 - Present
Graco May 2013 - December 2013
Bobcat Company May 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Manufacturing, Engineering, Oil & Gas, Product Development, Inspection, Pumps, Sales, Onshore, Energy, Logistics
Education
The University of North Dakota 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Century College 2008 — 2010
Associate's degree, Mechanical Engineering
Graco August 2014 - Present
Best Buy February 2009 - Present
Best Buy March 2005 - February 2009
Best Buy August 2004 - March 2005
Skills
Export, Compliance, Communication, Business, Shipping, Internal Audit, Order Fulfillment, Sales, Asset, Information Systems, Retail, Management, Information Technology, Customer Service
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business/Commerce, General
Normandale Community College 1996 — 1999
Associate's degree, General Studies
Graco July 2014 - Present
Eaton Corporation June 2013 - July 2014
Vermeer Corporation May 2012 - August 2012
Henderson Manufacturing May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
CNC Programming, Team Leadership, Solidworks, Matlab, Minitab, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Mechanics, Mentoring, Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Pro Engineer, AutoCAD, 5S, ANSYS, Mechanical Engineering
Education
University of Iowa 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Mechanical Engineering
Kirkwood Community College 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Automotive Technologies, Graduated
XSOL, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Mytech Partners October 2012 - Present
aCoupleofGurus.com May 2010 - July 2012
Concordia University, St. Paul January 2012 - May 2012
Dashe & Thomson August 2009 - May 2010
Velocity Group, Inc. April 2001 - June 2008
Eaton Hydraulics August 1999 - April 2001
Graco 1997 - 1999
Skills
Project Management, Change Management, Business Analysis, Training, ERP, Business Process, Microsoft Office, Business Process..., Business Process Mapping, Team Building, Process Improvement, Organizational..., Instructional Design, Management Consulting, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Analysis, Software Documentation, Project Planning, Networking, Customer Service, Pre-sales
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 2009 — 2011
MBA
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA
Graco May 2015 - Present
Starkey Hearing Technologies May 2014 - August 2014
Innovent Air Handling Equipment May 2013 - January 2014
Metropolitan Mechanical Contractors May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, CAD, SAP, SAP MII
Education
Iowa State University 2011 — 2016
Bachelor of Engineering (BEng), Mechanical Engineering
The Mosaic Company September 2014 - Present
Graco July 2010 - September 2014
G&K Services July 2008 - August 2009
Minnesota Employee Relocation Council April 2008 - April 2009
G&K Services October 2004 - July 2008
Zale Corporation 2002 - 2004
Zale Corporation 2001 - 2002
Blockbuster July 1997 - April 2001
Blockbuster 1997 - 1999
Skills
Bilingual-Spanish, Global Benefits, Employee Relations, Employee Benefits, Mergers, HRIS, Conflict Resolution, Vendor Management, Process Improvement, Benefits, Talent Management, HR Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Public Speaking, Personnel Management, Benefits Administration, Customer Service, Deferred Compensation, Employee Engagement, Employee Training, FMLA, HR Policies, Hiring, Human Resources, Interviews, Labor Relations, Leadership, Leadership Development, Management, Mergers, PeopleSoft, Recruiting, Succession Planning, Global Marketing, Training, Performance Management, Strategy, Onboarding, New Hire Orientations, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Team Leadership, Organizational..., Employment Law, Time Management
Education
SHRM 2009 — 2015
SPHR
Quality America 2010 — 2010
Green Belt
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 2006 — 2008
MA
Florida Atlantic University 1991 — 1996
Bachelor of Sciency
IFEBP (International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans)
CEBS (in progress)
Graco May 2015 - Present
Behr Paint August 2012 - May 2015
Techtronic Industries August 2011 - July 2012
Aerotek, Inc. February 2011 - August 2011
Southern Window Cleaning February 2008 - January 2011
Skills
Networking, Customer Service, Negotiation, Social Media Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Recruiting, Online Advertising, Building Relationships, Microsoft Office, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Business Planning, Social Media, Direct Sales, Talent Acquisition, Marketing, Human Resources, Sourcing, Retail, Sales Presentations, New Business Development, Management, Small Business Marketing, Technical Recruiting, Recruitment Advertising, Employment Contracts, Email Marketing, Sales Process, Social Networking, Business Strategy, Employee Training, Team Leadership, Coaching, B2B, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Cold Calling
Education
Georgia Southern University 2008 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology, Minor in Business Management
Emerson Process Management, Tescom September 2014 - Present
Medtronic May 2010 - September 2014
IntriCon March 2010 - May 2010
Intricon August 2009 - March 2010
Emerson Process Management - Tescom March 2005 - March 2009
GP Companies September 1996 - February 2004
Graco May 1980 - September 1996
Skills
Product Development, Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, Engineering, Project Management, Engineering Management, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing
Education
University of St. Thomas 1991 — 2000
MMSE, Manufacturing Processes, Marketing, Financial
Iowa State University 1975 — 1980
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Freelance Independent Contractor March 2007 - Present
Invisible Bee Yoga January 2013 - June 2015
Yoga Center of Minneapolis February 2011 - December 2011
Gabberts Home Furniture January 2008 - January 2009
Graco March 2001 - December 2006
Plato Learning December 1999 - January 2001
Graco October 1994 - December 1999
Skills
Integrated Marketing, SEM, Marketing Management, Social Media, Google Analytics, Product Development, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, PPC, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Web Design
Education
Iowa State University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (BA), College of Art and Design
University of St. Thomas
Graco August 2015 - Present
Laird Plastics November 2014 - August 2015
Laird Plastics January 2014 - November 2014
Laird Plastics July 2011 - January 2014
Oreck Corporation 2006 - 2011
Skills
Business Communications, Business Solutions, Supply Chain Management, Business Intelligence, Prospecting Skills, Relationship..., SugarCRM, Multi-State Territory..., Cold Calling, Sales, Customer Service, Negotiation, Account Management, Direct Sales, New Business Development, Management, Leadership, Selling, Sales Process, Inventory Management, Key Account Management, Outside Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Sales Presentations, B2B, Building Relationships, Trade Shows, Pricing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Satisfaction, Market Development
Education
Florida State University 2008 — 2011
BS, Marketing/Professional Sales
Lake Brantley High School
Medtronic July 2013 - Present
Graco January 2009 - April 2013
Nilfisk-Advance October 2004 - December 2008
OSHA / Environmental Compliance Systems, Inc. July 2000 - April 2004
Skills
Employee Wellness..., Occupational Health, Safety Compliance, Workers' Compensation..., FMLA, Disability Claims..., OSHA Record Keeping, Environmental Compliance, Industrial Hygiene, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Training, Risk Management, Policy, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Lotus Notes, PowerPoint, EHS, Benefits Administration
Education
College of Saint Benedict 1993 — 1997
BA, Biology
Graco April 2012 - Present
Emerson Process Management 2011 - 2012
Emerson Process Management 2005 - 2011
Skills
Engineering, Machining, Manufacturing, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma, Manufacturing..., Continuous Improvement, FMEA, Product Development, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Iowa State University 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Industrial Engineering
JAC Products January 2015 - Present
Dart Container October 2009 - January 2015
Consulting November 2008 - October 2009
HydroGen LLC January 2007 - July 2008
Johnson Controls 1998 - 2006
Graco 1994 - 1998
Dow Chemical 1988 - 1994
Admiral Equipment (Dow Chemical) 1988 - 1991
Case Center for Complex Flow Measurements 1985 - 1987
Nordson Corporation 1978 - 1985
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Product Development, Root Cause Analysis, Problem Solving, Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction, FMEA, DMAIC, Engineering Management, 5S, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Process Development, Business Process..., Program Management, R&D, Manufacturing Management, Process Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, Design for Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Operational Excellence, Project Engineering, GD&T, Engineering, Automotive, Product Design, Leadership, Supplier Quality, Mechanical Engineering, Machine Tools, SPC, Design of Experiments, Quality Control, Manufacturing..., Manufacturing, Plastics, Automation, Manufacturing..., Project Management, Minitab, Quality System, APQP, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, DFMEA, Production Planning, Testing, Process Simulation
Education
Lawrence Technological University 2004 — 2005
Masters, Industrial Operations
Cleveland State University 1985 — 1987
BS, Mechanical Engineering
OF
GCG Associates June 2001 - Present
Graco 1994 - 2001
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1971 — 1975
bs, business
Washington Group International PresidentBlueStar Automation2004 - 2007
FMC FoodTech 2004 - 2004
Siemens Dematic 2001 - 2004
Siemens L&A 2001 - 2004
Siemens Dematic / Rapistan 2001 - 2004
Dematic 2000 - 2003
Evart Products 1998 - 2001
Graco 1996 - 1998
Education
Kettering University 1989 — 1994
Precision Energy Services Inc. November 2011 - Present
Unitech Composites and Structures January 2009 - November 2011
Jore Corporation June 2005 - December 2008
command tooling systems May 2004 - June 2005
United Defense February 2003 - May 2004
Deltak LLC June 2001 - December 2002
Graco March 1999 - July 2001
3M Metal Matrix Composites September 1997 - March 1999
District Energy St. Paul June 1992 - September 1994
US Navy October 1985 - October 1991
Skills
Catia, Solidworks, Pro/Engineer, Pro Engineer, Engineering, Product Development, Design of Experiments, Root Cause Analysis, GD&T, Engineering Management, AutoCAD, Process Engineering, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, Automotive, Labview, Robotics, SPC, Manufacturing..., Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, CAD, Machining, Aerospace, Materials, Product Design, Continuous Improvement, Solid Modeling, Injection Molding, Mechanical Engineering, Process Improvement, Matlab, Systems Engineering, Machine Tools, Manufacturing, ISO, Design for Manufacturing, Manufacturing..., Finite Element Analysis, Project Engineering, Kaizen, DMAIC, Composites, Windchill, FMEA, Fluid Mechanics, Design Engineering, Sheet Metal, Minitab, Quality Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 1999
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Century College 1994 — 1997
AA, general
Navy Nuclear Power School 1986 — 1987
Nuclear Power
Oakwood SR ACCOUNT MANAGERThe Oakwood Group1998 - Present
Graco 1979 - 1981
Education
Cornell University 1968 — 1973
MASTER ENGINEERING IE/OR
Wells Fargo January 2014 - Present
Thomson Reuters July 2013 - December 2013
Best Buy November 2012 - June 2013
Graco January 2012 - October 2012
Thomson Reuters July 2011 - December 2011
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota January 2011 - June 2011
Thomson Reuters January 2008 - December 2010
Wells Fargo November 2006 - December 2007
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. December 2005 - October 2006
Cognizant Technology Solutions August 2004 - November 2005
Skills
Java Enterprise Edition, Spring, Tomcat, Java, Hibernate 3.1, REST, JPA, JMS, WebSphere Application..., Agile Methodologies, Test Driven Development, CAMEL, JavaScript
Education
Karnatak University 1993 — 1997
BE, Electronics & Communication
Hussmann December 2010 - Present
Graco 1999 - Present
Sotcher Measurement October 1991 - Present
Whirlpool Corporation January 1994 - Present
Broan-NuTone LLC January 1994 - Present
Emerson January 1991 - Present
Skills
Product Development, Manufacturing, Test Automation, Visual Basic 5.0/6.0, Machine Vision, Data Acquisition, access developent, Test Equipment, Automatic Test Equipment, Engineering Management, Design for Manufacturing, SPC, Pro Engineer, Continuous Improvement, Process Engineering, Kanban, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Mechanical Engineering, 5S, Kaizen, Machining, Manufacturing..., Engineering, GD&T, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Design, Materials Management, Cross-functional Team...
Education
De Anza College
Graco March 2007 - Present
Graco Children's Products March 2007 - Present
Graco's March 2007 - Present
Manhattan January 2000 - March 2007
Davidson Group Inc January 2000 - March 2007
Allergy Solutions*, Inc October 1999 - January 2000
Education
East Stroudsburg University of Pennsylvania 1999 — 2001
EAST STROUDSBURG UNIVERSITY
Bachelor of Science
Tennant Company June 2015 - Present
Tennant Company December 2007 - Present
Graco January 1999 - December 2007
Skills
Manufacturing, Kaizen, Cost Reduction, Continuous Improvement, Operations Management, Cross-functional Team..., Value Stream Mapping, Lean Manufacturing, Quality System, Supplier Quality, Manufacturing..., Kanban, MRP, DMAIC, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing Operations, SPC, FMEA, JIT, Manufacturing...
Education
The University of North Dakota 1993 — 1995
B.S.I.T., Industrial Technology
Concordia College 1989 — 1993
Sociology, Environmental Studies
Graco Director Worldwide ProcurementEaton CorporationOctober 1999 - October 2002
Arvin Meritor September 1997 - September 1999
Education
Central Michigan University 1992 — 1994
MBA, Business Administration
University of Michigan-Dearborn 1980 — 1984
Northwestern Health Sciences University January 2015 - Present
Oberon LLC June 2010 - April 2013
St. Jude Medical May 2008 - August 2009
Graco June 2007 - May 2008
Sub-Zero Freezer Company 2001 - 2007
Argenbright 1996 - 1999
Skills
Performance Management, Team Building, Coaching, Talent Management, Onboarding, Personnel Management, Recruiting, HR Consulting, College Recruiting, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Strategic Planning, Technical Recruiting, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Deferred Compensation
Education
Kent State University 1991 — 1995
BS, Aerospace Flight Technology
Edgewood College
Coursework toward MBA
Graco September 1998 - Present
Skills
Visual Basic .NET, VBScript, JavaScript, Java, SQL, HTML, CSS, jQuery, CGI/Perl, Shell Scripting, MSI, AJAX, Windows Server, Windows, Active Directory, Windows 7, Tivoli, LotusScript, Lotus Domino, Novell Netware, Lotus Notes, Linux, Android, Cisco devices, HTA, Powershell, ASP, LDAP, Network Administration, VMware, WDS, Ghost, Group Policy, DNS, DHCP, TCP/IP, IIS, Apache, XML
Education
Dunwoody College of Technology 1995 — 1997
Computer & Digital Systems Technology
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota November 2012 - Present
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota 2009 - 2012
Blue Cross March 2006 - January 2009
Minnesota Department of Health January 2001 - March 2006
Graco January 2000 - January 2001
University of Minnesota 1998 - 2000
University of Minnesota 1997 - 1998
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign May 1988 - December 1996
Skills
Employee Relations, Labor Relations, Mediation, Diversity and Inclusion, Training Facilitation, Performance Management, Recruitments, Retention Strategies, Program Management, Organizational..., Human Resources, Strategy, Coaching, Organizational..., Diversity & Inclusion, Healthcare, HR Consulting, Talent Management, Leadership Development, Leadership, Policy, Employee Benefits, Conflict Resolution, HR Policies, Deferred Compensation, Recruiting
Education
Fisk University
B.A., Sociology
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
J.D., Law
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1977 — 1983
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Administration
Riebe and Associates January 1985 - Present
Great Falls Group 1985 - 1992
Graco 1970 - 1985
Skills
Mergers, Strategic Planning, Private Equity, LBO, Divestitures, Venture Capital, Joint Ventures, M&A experience, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investments, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Colgate University
BA, economics
The University of Chicago - Booth School of Business
MBA, international finance
US Bank February 2012 - Present
US Bank April 2011 - March 2012
Graco January 2006 - April 2011
Graco August 2000 - January 2006
Centron DPL February 1998 - August 2000
Centron DPL November 1995 - February 1998
Skills
Visio, Network Administration, Troubleshooting, Business Analysis, Active Directory, Process Improvement, Lotus Notes, Databases, JavaScript, Software Installation, Networking, Management
Education
Metropolitan State University 2006 — 2010
BS Management Information Systems, Computers
Hennepin Technical College 1997 — 1999
AAS Networking and Data Communications, Computers
Normandale Community College 1994 — 1996
AAS Office Management, Business
Midwest Industrial Supply March 2009 - Present
Graco February 2008 - January 2009
Struers Inc. June 2000 - February 2008
FedEx Ground 1992 - 2000
Skills
New Business Development, Product Development, Selling, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Team Building, Product Marketing, Negotiation, Management, CRM, Sales, Logistics, Engineering, Direct Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Business Development, Sales Process, Lean Manufacturing, Key Account Management, Competitive Analysis, Manufacturing, Coaching, Product Management, Training, Program Management, Pricing, P&L Management, Contract Negotiation, Operations Management, Budgets, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Business Strategy
Education
Miami University 1978 — 1982
B.S., Marketing
Cleveland State University 1985 — 1988
MBA, Business Management
Nazareth Academy 1974 — 1978
Charles University in Prague February 2015 - June 2015
CPA Global January 2014 - January 2015
Barnes & Thornburg LLP August 2012 - December 2013
Graco July 2012 - August 2012
Imation January 2012 - April 2012
Wells Fargo Insurance, Inc. July 2011 - October 2011
Charles University in Prague September 2009 - June 2010
RBC Wealth Management May 2008 - August 2009
Thompson, Coe, Cousins & Irons L.L.P. November 2004 - March 2008
3M November 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Litigation, Analysis, Patents, Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Communication, Organization, Microsoft Office, Patent Prosecution, Czech Language, Multicultural, Trademarks, Marketing, Proofreading, Excel, Word, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft PowerPoint, Westlaw, Access, LexisNexis, Intellectual Property, Litigation Support, Contracts, Non-disclosure...
Education
Charles University in Prague
Czech Language
Charles University in Prague 2009 — 2010
Czech Language
Minnesota State University Moorhead (MSUM) 1999 — 2002
BS, Paralegal Studies
Unitron Hearing February 2008 - Present
Graco February 2005 - February 2008
Hutchinson Technology Inc 1985 - 2001
Skills
Account Management, Medical Devices, Sales Operations, Product Launch, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Salesforce.com, Sales Management, Sales, Team Building, Cold Calling, Leadership, Healthcare
Education
Colorado Technical University
MBA, Business Management
Graco September 2008 - Present
GMAC-RESCAP 2003 - 2008
GMAC 2003 - 2008
Metris Companies 2001 - 2003
Nabisco 1999 - 2001
The Pillsbury Company 1990 - 2000
Diageo 1990 - 1998
Skills
Human Resources, Deferred Compensation, Talent Management, HRIS, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Personnel Management, Process Improvement
Education
Illinois State University 1986 — 1988
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1978 — 1981
BSB, Business
S April 2015 - Present
Meritor January 2012 - Present
ArvinMeritor August 2008 - January 2012
ArvinMeritor October 2004 - August 2008
ArvinMeritor January 2002 - October 2004
Hayes Lemmerz International March 2000 - January 2002
Axsys Technologies April 1997 - March 2000
Graco June 1996 - April 1997
U.S. Army Tank-Automotive Command October 1987 - July 1996
Skills
Automotive, Six Sigma Certification, PPAP, Manufacturing..., Six Sigma, APQP, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, DFMEA, Manufacturing..., Engineering Management, Manufacturing, TS16949, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, FMEA, Continuous Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, DMAIC, Supplier Quality, Engineering, SPC, Automotive Engineering, Vehicles, GD&T, Kanban, Product Development, Toyota Production System, Poka Yoke, Stamping, Quality Management, Machine Tools, JIT, Design for Manufacturing, Supply Management, TPM, Components, ISO, Supplier Development, Powertrain, Injection Molding
Education
Walsh College 2000 — 2002
MBA, Management
Kettering University 1987 — 1992
BSME, Manufacturing
University of Michigan-Dearborn
MSME, Mechanical Science
Exact Dispensing Systems January 2012 - Present
Exel North America November 2001 - January 2009
Graco May 1985 - July 2001
Skills
Product Development, Sales Management, Key Account Management, B2B, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Team Building, Direct Sales, Management, New Business Development, Sales, Process Engineering, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Automotive, Contract Negotiation, Lean Manufacturing, Purchasing, Marketing, Coatings, International Sales, Forecasting, Marketing Strategy, Engineering, Automation, Account Management
Education
Dartmouth College
Graco April 2012 - Present
Anadarko Petroleum January 2007 - August 2011
EnCana 2004 - 2007
Skills
Drilling Engineering, Completion Engineering, Market Development, Project Management, Operations Management
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2012 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Strategy
Colorado School of Mines 2001 — 2004
BS, Petroleum
Saint Clair Systems August 1998 - Present
Graco 1983 - 1998
Wolvernine Industrial Sales 1979 - 1983
Skills
Automation, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Manufacturing, Product Development, New Business Development, Engineering, Six Sigma, Purchasing, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Project Management, Process Engineering, Inventory Management, Operations Management, Customer Service, Budgets, R&D, Coatings
Education
Ferris State University 1975 — 1979
Associate's degree, Heavy Equipment Maintenance Technology/Technician
AWP, Inc May 2008 - June 2013
Graco December 1996 - February 2008
Skills
Process Improvement, Business Development, Leadership, Team Building, Logistics, Microsoft Excel, Operations Management, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Employee Relations, Procurement, Change Management, Customer Satisfaction, Purchasing
Education
Kent State University 1983 — 1991
BBA, Business Administration
Eberspaecher February 2013 - Present
Key Plastics October 1998 - February 2013
Mascotech 1996 - 1998
Graco 1991 - 1995
Education
Madonna University - Graduate Studies 1991 — 1993
Operational Management
Cleary University
BBA, Accounting
Graco April 2014 - Present
Graco August 2013 - March 2014
General Mills October 2012 - August 2013
Graco January 2010 - October 2012
Nash Finch Company November 2005 - January 2010
Siemens Building Technologies January 2001 - November 2005
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
MBA, Finance
Northwestern College
Bachelors
Graco November 2013 - Present
Skills
Machining, Machine Tools, CNC, Geometric Dimensioning, Manufacturing
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2011 — 2013
Diploma, CNC machining
EXACT Dispensing Systems January 2012 - Present
Hunter Associates 2009 - 2011
Exel North America 2001 - 2009
Graco 1990 - 2001
Education
Dartmouth College
bachelors, Economics
Marine Electrical Products August 2013 - Present
Dierbergs Markets March 2013 - August 2013
Metro Mold and Design October 2011 - July 2012
First Supply LLC April 2009 - March 2011
Cummins Emission Solutions April 2007 - June 2008
AGCO Corporation May 2006 - April 2007
Sound Devices, LLC October 2003 - March 2006
Rehrig International January 2002 - September 2003
Graco March 2000 - September 2000
FlexMedics July 1997 - December 1999
Skills
Inventory Control, Purchasing, Budgets, Inventory Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory, MRP, Materials Management, Materials, Pricing, 5S, Distribution Center..., Supply Management, Purchase Management, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain..., Production Planning, Global Sourcing, Demand Planning, Supply Chain Operations, Vendor Managed Inventory, JIT, Supply
Education
St. Cloud State University 1977 — 1980
B.E.S., Art History, Business
Inver Hills Community College 1974 — 1976
A.A., Liberal Arts
Graco June 2012 - Present
Graco July 2010 - June 2012
Graco March 2008 - July 2010
Graco June 2005 - March 2008
Namasco 2002 - 2005
Phoenix Metals 1998 - 2002
Skills
Key Account Management, Management, Negotiation, New Business Development, Account Management, Business Strategy, Cold Calling, Cross-functional Team..., Sales, Sales Management, Strategy, Sales Operations, Market Development, Contract Negotiation, Product Development, Coatings, Manufacturing, Purchasing
Education
Kennesaw State University - Michael J. Coles College of Business 1995 — 1997
BBA, Business Management
Weyerhaeuser March 2015 - Present
Westmor Fluid Solutions February 2013 - March 2015
Graco June 2011 - October 2012
Skills
Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing, Inspection, Continuous Improvement, Microsoft Office, Technical Training, Fall Protection, Confined Space
Education
Columbia Southern University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Occupational Health and Safety
St. Cloud State University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology
Los Angeles Harbor College
Certificate, Fire Technology
Graco August 2002 - Present
Maracom Printing 1999 - August 2002
Thermo King August 1996 - April 1999
Skills
Illustrator, InDesign, Illustration, Graphics, Photoshop, Layout, Concept Design, After Effects, CAD, Drawing, 3D, Cinema 4D, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Technical Illustration, Advertising
Education
Hennepin Technical College 2011 — 2013
Indesign / Photoshop/ After Effects/ Flash/ Edge animate
Ridgewater Technical College Willmar 1993 — 1996
2 year Diploma, Technical Art
Graco 2013 - Present
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 2006 — 2008
BA, Business
Sleep Number by Select Comfort June 2012 - January 2015
Suttle January 2012 - June 2012
EAC Product Development Solutions March 2011 - January 2012
Delta Tech Controls October 2010 - February 2011
BAE Systems February 2008 - July 2009
Graco August 2007 - February 2008
BAE Systems July 2005 - August 2007
Lockheed Martin 2004 - 2005
Entegris 2000 - 2001
FSI International 1987 - 1996
Skills
PDM, Pro/Intralink, Excel, PowerPoint, IDE, Pro/Engineer, Windchill, Solidworks, Inventor, CAD, Sheet Metal, Design for Manufacturing, GD&T, Solid Modeling, Product Design, Injection Molding, Assemblies, Manufacturing, Machining, Teamcenter, Plastics, Fixtures, Continuous Improvement, Prototyping, Tooling, Testing, Machine Design, Medical Devices, Word, Design Engineering, CAD/CAM, Pro Engineer, Mechanical Engineering, Tolerance Analysis, Engineering Management, Design for Assembly, Microsoft Excel, Machine Tools, Engineering, Rapid Prototyping, SolidWorks
Education
Hennepin Technical College 1985 — 1986
AAS, Mechanical Design and Drafting
Normandale Community College
Ford Motor Company December 1998 - Present
Graco June 1996 - January 1998
Skills
FMEA, Automotive, PPAP, Continuous Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, APQP, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, 5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Supplier Quality
Education
Eastern Michigan University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Manufacturing Engineering - Lean Specialist
Eastern Michigan University 1980 — 1985
Bachelor's Degree, Manufacturing Engineering - CAD/CAM
NorthMarq Capital May 2015 - Present
Iowa State University August 2011 - May 2015
Graco May 2013 - August 2013
Graco May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Accounting, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Oracle Applications, Oral & Written..., PDM, Access Database, Time Management, Analytical Skills
Education
Iowa State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance, General
Iowa State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Eden Prairie High School 2008 — 2011
Diploma
Medtronic March 2014 - Present
Medtronic July 2011 - March 2014
Medtronic July 2008 - July 2011
Medtronic July 2007 - July 2008
Medtronic October 2005 - July 2007
Graco July 2004 - October 2005
Novell October 2000 - December 2001
Bell Labs Lucent Technologies April 1998 - October 2000
Reanda Certified Public Accountants July 1996 - April 1998
Skills
Competitive Analysis, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Analysis, Process Improvement, Business Strategy, Management, Neuromodulation, Finance
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2002 — 2004
MBA
University of International Business and Economics 1992 — 1996
BA
Konecranes August 2015 - Present
Air Transport Services Group, Inc. January 2007 - August 2015
Balestra, Harr & Scherer, CPAs, Inc. December 2005 - December 2006
PRGX December 1997 - December 2005
Graco April 1995 - August 1997
Boeing (Formerly Rockwell International) June 1982 - August 1994
Skills
Internal Controls, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Auditing, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Financial Analysis, Internal Audit, General Ledger, Variance Analysis, Tax, Financial Accounting, Financial Reporting, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Inventory Management, Financial Risk, Budgets, GAAP, Sarbanes-Oxley, Cash Management, Journal Entries, Strategic Financial..., Forecasting, SAP, Cost Accounting, Account Reconciliation, SEC filings, Managerial Finance, Financial Statements, Hyperion Enterprise, Revenue Recognition, Certified Internal..., Essbase, SOX, Budgeting, Compliance, Risk, Audit, Operations Management
Education
Franklin University
B.S., Accounting
West Coast University
M.B.A., International Business
University of La Verne
B.S, Business Administration
IIA International Conference
IIA International Conference
Emerson Process Management June 2014 - Present
Graco September 2013 - June 2014
Emerson May 2012 - September 2013
Emerson March 2011 - May 2012
Emerson March 2008 - March 2011
UV Color, Inc. October 2006 - March 2008
EMCO Enterprises, Inc. June 2001 - December 2003
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Supplier Quality, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing, Engineering, Supply Chain, Industrial Engineering, Project Management, FMEA, Management, Quality System, SPC, Six Sigma, Value Stream Mapping
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2005 — 2006
Secondary Education, Mathematics
Iowa State University 1996 — 2001
BS, Industrial and Manufacturing Engineering
Minco Products, Inc April 2014 - Present
Graco September 2011 - April 2014
Reell Precision Manufacturing March 2007 - September 2011
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2012 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2004
Master of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Colorado State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Graco May 2005 - Present
IDQ April 1994 - January 2004
Skills
Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Account Reconciliation, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Process Improvement, Accruals, Microsoft Excel, Internal Controls
Education
Hennepin Technical College
2 Year Accounting Degree, Accounting
John Deere February 2012 - Present
LabStrong Corporation May 2010 - February 2012
Iowa State University January 2010 - May 2010
LabStrong Corporation May 2009 - May 2010
Graco September 2007 - April 2008
Twin Lakes Christian Center/ Bible Camp May 2003 - August 2007
Skills
Hardware Design, Software Design, Component and Product..., Hardware Testing, Software Debugging
Education
Iowa State University 2003 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Northwestern College 2006 — 2007
O'Fallon Township High School 2001 — 2003
HS Diploma
Graco August 2012 - April 2013
Zimmer Spine 2013 - 2013
Integra LifeSciences July 2000 - August 2012
Continental Machines Inc. December 1995 - July 2000
Unisys January 1983 - July 1992
Skills
Medical Devices, ISO 13485, FDA, CAPA, Quality Systems, QSR, Process Validation, Disposables, Lean Manufacturing, ISO 14971, Spine, Manufacturing, V&V, Quality System, Product Launch, FMEA, Design Control, Validation
Education
Concordia College 1999 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1985 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Sociology and Native American History
Graco May 2011 - Present
Skills
Manufacturing..., Machine Tools, Machine Design, Pro Engineer, Design for Manufacturing, Solidworks, Lean Manufacturing, Fixtures
Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth 2005 — 2011
bachelor of science, Mechanical Engineering
Community College of the Air Force 2004 — 2005
Associate of Science, Aviation Maintenance Technology
Graco April 2007 - Present
Starkey Laboratories June 2005 - March 2007
Byerly's 1999 - February 2006
Skills
Materials Management, Manufacturing
Education
Osseo Senior High 2001 — 2004
Hennepin Technical College
Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) Machinist Technology/CNC Machinist, Quality Assurance
Mother Parkers Tea & Coffee November 2014 - Present
Bombardier Inc. February 2009 - November 2014
Eclipse Automation/OEM Automotive May 2006 - February 2009
Sanyo Canadian Machine Works Inc/OEM Japaneese Automotive January 2002 - May 2006
Graco April 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Process Improvement, Management, Logistics, Program Management, Strategy, Continuous Improvement, Purchasing, Supply Management, Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Analysis, Outsourcing, Strategic Sourcing, MRP, Team Management, Global Sourcing, Materials Management, Supplier Development, Supplier Evaluation, Spend Analysis, Automotive, Low Cost Country..., Supplier Negotiation, E-procurement, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing
Education
Conestoga College 1997 — 2000
3 Year Business Diploma
University of Waterloo 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Graco October 1999 - Present
Wm. Zinsser Company 1993 - 1999
The Sherwin-Williams Company October 1986 - August 1993
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Sales Management, Leadership, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Product Development, Microsoft Word, Forecasting, Account Management, Key Account Management, New Business Development, Cold Calling
Education
Cleveland State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Cleveland State University. St. Ignatius High School.
Graco December 1994 - Present
Skills
Product Development, Product Design, Engineering, CAD, SolidWorks, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Design for Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, Illustrator
Education
Dunwoody College of Technology 1992 — 1994
Associate's Degree, Mechanical Engineering & design
Greene Espel PLLP January 2014 - Present
Greene Espel PLLP January 2009 - December 2013
Graco July 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Litigation Support, Summation iBlaze, Trial Director, LAW PreDiscovery, eDiscovery, Graphics, Litigation, Civil Litigation, Internal Investigations, Research, Investigation, Writing, Employee Training
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Minnesota Paralegal Institute
ABA Approved Paralegal Certificate
Graco July 2013 - Present
Education
Dunwoody College of Technology 2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering