Hallmark Cards, Inc.
Industry: Television company
DescriptionHallmark Cards, Inc. is a private, family-owned U.S. company based in Kansas City, Missouri. Founded in 1910 by Joyce Hall, Hallmark is the oldest and largest manufacturer of greeting cards in the United States. In 1985, the company was awarded the National Medal of Arts. Headquarters: Kansas City, Missouri, United States Customer service: 0800 902 0900 Brands: Rainbow Brite; Shirt Tales CEO: Donald J. Hall Jr. (Jan 2002–) Revenue: 4 billion USD (2016) Subsidiaries: Feeln, Crayola, Crown Media Holdings, Halls, Crayola LLC, Hallmark Business Expressions
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Hallmark Cards, Inc. Employees
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 2000 - Present
Hallmark Cards September 2000 - Present
Hallmark Cards September 2000 - Present
Atwood Publishing December 1998 - September 2000
Primedia Intertec January 1995 - December 1998
Skills
Publishing, Editorial, Creative Direction, Editing, Magazines, Advertising, Graphic Design, Consumer Understanding..., Emotional Relevance, Strategic Planning, Strategic Vision, Creative Strategy, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Brand Development, Storytelling, Proofreading, Writing, Layout, Art Direction, Product Management, Books
Education
The University of Kansas
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism, With Distinction
Independent January 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 2009 - December 2013
Exposure Modeling & Talent June 2003 - December 2013
Hallmark Cards July 2005 - August 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. March 2009 - May 2009
Hallmark Cards April 2003 - June 2005
Hallmark Cards February 2001 - March 2003
Digital Graffiti June 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Art Direction, Greeting Cards, Photography, Typography, Graphic Design, InDesign, Image Manipulation, Layout, Mac, Photoshop, Product Design, Fashion, Calligraphy, Brochures, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Graphics, Brand Development, Magazines, Branding & Identity, Art, Visual Communication, Creative Strategy, Concept Development, Catalogs, Sketching, Illustrator, Concept Design, Packaging, QuarkXPress, Illustration
Education
The University of Kansas 1996 — 2000
BFA, Visual Communications, Emphasis in Graphic Design
guitarsandcigars.com January 1982 - Present
San Mateo County September 1977 - April 1979
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 1966 - May 1972
Skills
Art, 3-D Design in bronze..., Painting, Mixed Media, Drawing, Oil Painting, Acrylic, Murals, Art Education, Art History, Craft, Antiques, Clay
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1981 — 1983
Independent study, Advance study on casting techniques.
San Jose State University 1980 — 1982
B/A, Sculpture, bronze casting, patination, etc.
American Greetings August 2010 - Present
o&o Design and Craft April 2009 - Present
Parktoberfest 2009 July 2009 - October 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. February 2007 - March 2009
Hallmark Cards September 2005 - February 2007
Hallmark Cards July 2001 - September 2005
Hallmark Cards July 1989 - July 2001
Gibson Greeting Cards August 1985 - July 1989
Skills
Jewelry, Surface Design, Illustration, Creative Strategy, Art Direction, Craft, Product Development, Graphic Design, Merchandising, Jewelry Design, Drawing, Typography, Storyboarding, Trend Research, Packaging, Illustrator, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Sewing, Product Management, Graphics, Crafts, Gifts, Logos, Visual Communication, Concept Development, Greeting Cards, Product Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Ideation, Stationery, Brand Development, Digital Illustration, Adobe Acrobat, Sketching, Mac, Photoshop, Advertising, Art, Trend Analysis, Layout, Web Design, Photography, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Vector Illustration, Posters, User Interface Design, Design Strategy, QuarkXPress
Education
Miami University 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design & Advertising
Miami University
BFA
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2005 - Present
Hallbrook Farms Associates 1992 - 2004
Midland Loan Services 1991 - 1992
Skills
Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Essbase, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Process Improvement, Strategic Financial..., Variance Analysis, Financial Accounting, Cross-functional Team..., Team Building, Auditing, Accounting, Financial Planning, Leadership, Finance
Education
University of Kansas 1977 — 1981
Bachelor's degree, Acctg & Business Admin
Block Real Estate Services July 2011 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 2008 - June 2011
Skills
Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Valuation, Budgets, Forecasting, Competitive Analysis, Analysis
Education
The University of Kansas 2004 — 2008
B.S., Finance, Accounting
Hallmark Cards February 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 2005 - September 2012
Citibank 2002 - 2005
The Westin Crown Center Hotel January 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Sales Operations
Education
Saint Louis University 1997 — 1998
Gateway College of Evangelism 1995 — 1997
Christian Studies, Christian Studies
Park University
Health/Health Care Administration/Management
The Creative Cleaner September 2007 - Present
Kaboom Industries September 2007 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. October 2000 - August 2007
Golden Books Family Entertainment August 1998 - October 2000
MAD Magazine March 1994 - August 1998
Skills
Marketing, Customer Experience, Innovation Consulting, Social Media, Campaigns, Blogging, Magazines, Web Marketing, SEO, Creative Strategy, Creative Direction, Brand Architecture, Concept Development, Corporate Branding, Branding & Identity, Art Direction, Packaging, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Interactive Advertising, Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Advertising, Corporate Identity, Logo Design, Graphics, Layout, Brochures, Newsletters, Copywriting, Television, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Digital Marketing, Digital Media, Online Marketing, Content Strategy, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, User Experience, Direct Mail, Email Marketing, Digital Strategy, Interaction Design, Direct Marketing, Web Content, User Interface Design, Visual Communication, Interactive Marketing
Education
School of Visual Arts
BFA, Graphic Arts
New York Institute of Technology - NYC
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2005 - Present
Laura's Hallmark 2000 - 2005
Laura's Hallmark 1997 - 2000
Skills
Training, Sales, Management, Retail, Marketing, Strategy, Merchandising, Pricing, Account Management, Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Training, Problem Solving, Store Management
Education
Northern Michigan University 1997 — 2000
B.S. - Marketing
Bayer HealthCare Animal Health August 2014 - Present
Bayer HealthCare May 2013 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2011 - February 2013
Ameristar Casino July 2010 - June 2011
FedEx Ground July 2010 - March 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc May 2008 - October 2009
FAST TRAC Class 2009 - 2009
Hallmark Cards January 2007 - May 2008
Hallmark Cards June 2002 - January 2007
Hallmark Cards November 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Management, Retail, Product Development, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Planning, Analytics, B2B, Process Improvement, Business Development, Forecasting, Strategy
Education
Ottawa University 2011 — 2012
MBA, Business Administration
Ottawa University 2009 — 2010
Bachelor, Business Administration
William Chrisman High School 1984 — 1988
Metropolitan Community College
Associate of Arts
Elixir Marketing, LLC 2009 - Present
KKCO / Gray Television July 2007 - December 2008
KKTV 2002 - 2007
Media General / WJTV 1998 - 2002
Hearst-Argyle / WAPT 1995 - 1997
KCTV / Meredith Broadcating 1994 - 1995
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1993 - 1995
Skills
Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Broadcast, Promotions, Creative Development, Production, Multimedia, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Video Production, Advertising, Publicity, Marketing Strategy, Press Releases, Media Planning, Copywriting, Media Buying, Media Relations, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Writing, Editing, Video, New Media, Corporate Communications, Digital Media, Media Strategy, Brand Development, Blogging, Public Speaking, Content Development, Brand Awareness, Email Marketing, Video Editing, Facebook, Website Development, YouTube, SEO, Integrated Marketing, Television, Jazz Improvisation, Editorial, Journalism, Radio, Strategy
Education
Texas Christian University 1987 — 1991
B.S., Broadcast Journalism
Golden West High School
Greg Hardin Illustration, LLC January 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 2011 - December 2013
Greg Hardin Illustration January 2009 - August 2011
Drawergeeks.com September 2004 - December 2010
Big Idea, Inc. / Classic Media / Entertainment Rights August 2000 - December 2008
Funny Pages Press April 2001 - July 2003
King Louie, International / TimeOut Sportswear June 1999 - August 2000
The Kansas City Star March 1998 - May 1999
Skills
Illustration, Illustrator, Character Design, Logos, Art, Drawing, Publishing, Books, Greeting Cards, Lettering, Gifts, Typography, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Painting, Logo Design, Cards, InDesign, Visual Communication, Storyboarding, Toys, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Character Animation, Layout, Animation, Comics, Creative Direction, Computer Animation, 3D, Digital Illustration, Video Games
Education
The University of Kansas 1994 — 1997
BFA
Willoughby Design, Inc. 2015 - Present
Freelance Designer / Self Employed 2014 - Present
Responsys 2013 - 2014
DesignScout 2012 - 2013
Crate & Barrel January 2012 - January 2012
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2011 - 2012
Hallmark Cards August 2010 - August 2011
Hallmark Cards December 2005 - November 2010
Design Ranch May 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Illustration, Typography, Art Direction, Greeting Cards, Packaging, Concept Development, Graphic Design, Surface Pattern Design, Logo Design, Trend Researching, Web Design, Art
Education
The University of Kansas 2001 — 2005
B.F.A, Graphic Design
Hallmark Cards, Inc January 2015 - Present
Hallmark Cards August 2012 - December 2014
Hallmark Cards March 2012 - August 2012
Hallmark Cards, Inc. February 2007 - March 2012
American Heartland Theatre 2002 - 2008
Ogunquit Playhouse May 2004 - September 2004
Dikenga Films May 2002 - October 2002
Trinity Repertory Company May 2002 - October 2002
Trinity Repertory Company August 2001 - May 2002
American Institute of Baking January 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Theatre, Stage, Performing Arts, Musical Theatre, Photoshop, Mac, Stage Management, Film, Photography, Entertainment, Art, Production Managment, Event Planning, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, InDesign, Art Direction
Education
Kansas State University 1995 — 2000
Theatre Arts, Stage Management, Prop Design, Production Management
Metropolitan Community College-Penn Valley 2010 — 2012
Associate of Arts (AA), Graphic Design (27 completed hours of continuing education), 4.0
Hallmark Cards, Inc. December 2013 - Present
Hallmark Cards December 1978 - December 2013
Firestone Tire & Rubber Co. August 1973 - November 1978
Skills
Electrical Engineering, Machine Controls Design, Troubleshooting, Project Engineering, Project Planning, Process Engineering, AutoCAD, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement
Education
Milwaukee School of Engineering 1969 — 1973
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical Engineering
Seton Hall Prep 1965 — 1969
College Prep
Nestlé Purina North America February 2015 - Present
Hallmark Cards September 2012 - January 2015
Hallmark Cards, Inc September 2009 - August 2012
Hallmark Cards, Inc January 2006 - September 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc November 2004 - December 2005
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2003 - October 2004
Hallmark Cards, Inc. February 1999 - December 2002
JC Penney, Co May 1997 - May 1998
JC Penney, Co. January 1996 - May 1997
JC Penney, Co. November 1992 - December 1995
Skills
Product Management, Direct Marketing, Financial Acumen, Creative Problem Solving, Strategic Planning, People Management, External Agency and..., Cross-functional Team..., Customer Insight, Strategy, Management, E-commerce, Marketing, Market Analysis, Business Acumen, Marketing Strategy, P&L Management, Awesomeness, Retail, Problem Solving, Product Development
Education
Missouri Western State University 1992 — 1997
BS, Marketing/Management
Hallmark Cards January 2013 - Present
Hallmark Cards October 2010 - December 2012
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 2004 - September 2010
Hallmark Cards August 2001 - August 2004
Hallmark Cards April 1999 - July 2001
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 1997 - March 1999
Skills
Process Improvement, Management, Human Resources, Cross-functional Team..., Performance Management, Forecasting, Budgets, Employee Benefits, SAP, Training, Leadership, Change Management, Inventory Management, Procurement, Customer Service, Analysis, Recruiting, Supply Chain, Microsoft Excel, Finance, Microsoft Office, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Retail, Workforce Planning, Succession Planning, Payroll
Education
Rockhurst University 1997 — 2001
Master of Business Administration, Management
Kansas State University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance
Seaman High School 1990 — 1993
Lowe's Companies, Inc. March 2014 - Present
Lowe's Companies, Inc. May 2012 - March 2014
Hallmark Cards June 2011 - May 2012
Hallmark Cards April 2007 - June 2011
Barkley November 2003 - April 2007
FCB Global October 2002 - November 2003
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 1999 - October 2002
Early Career Positions at Applebee's International & MAI Sports January 1996 - September 1999
Skills
E-commerce, Marketing Strategy, Business Strategy, Marketing Research, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Strategy, Web Marketing, Leadership, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Direct Mail, Integrated Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, CRM, Direct Marketing, Marketing, B2B, Product Development, User Experience, Customer Insight, Account Management, Marketing Management, Analytics, Segmentation, Digital Media, Entrepreneurship, Relationship Marketing, Brand Management, Interactive Marketing, Retail
Education
University of Kansas 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science, Advertising
Jane Elyse Pryor August 2009 - Present
The Printery House August 2009 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. April 1988 - May 2009
University of Missouri-Kansas City November 1984 - April 1988
KPHO-TV, Phoenix, AZ 1972 - 1976
Skills
Editing
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1985 — 1988
MA, Adult and Continuing Education
Ottawa University 1982 — 1984
B.A., Business/Psychology
Pittsburg State University 1965 — 1967
A.A., Business
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1983 - Present
Kansas City Southern Industries January 1968 - July 1983
Lathrop, Koontz, Righter, Clagett & Norquist August 1961 - December 1967
Education
University of Michigan Law School 1958 — 1961
J.D., Law
Princeton University 1954 — 1958
A.B., English
Unisys July 2014 - Present
One Network Enterprises Inc. July 2004 - July 2014
i2 Technologies 2001 - 2004
Rare Medium May 1999 - May 2001
IVI Publishing April 1990 - January 1998
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1986 - 1990
Department of National Defence 1983 - 1986
Armstrong World Industries 1979 - 1983
Skills
Go-to-market Strategy, Enterprise Software, Business Intelligence, Sales, SaaS, Strategy, Leadership, Six Sigma, Pricing Strategy, Management Consulting, Inventory Management, Business Development, Product Lifecycle..., Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Start-ups, Professional Services, Product Management, Solution Selling, New Business Development, Integration, Supply Chain Management, Cross-functional Team..., Entrepreneurship, CRM, Business Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Program Management, Executive Management, Pre-sales, Analytics, E-commerce, Forecasting, Cloud Computing, Product Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Business Process..., Product Development, Vendor Management, Salesforce.com, Sales Operations, Lead Generation, Account Management, Consulting, Sales Process, Process Improvement, Management, Outsourcing, Mobile Devices, Sales Management
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1977 — 1979
BS, Advertising and Marketing
The University of Kansas 1988 — 1989
Executive Development Program
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 2011 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. November 1997 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 1988 - Present
Skills
Organization,..., Procurement, Retail, Consumer Products, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Supply Chain, Leadership
Education
Rockhurst University 1992 — 1999
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
University of Central Missouri 1984 — 1988
BSE, Business Teacher Education
Hallmark Cards, Inc. December 2013 - Present
Fresh from Texas March 2012 - October 2012
Vertis Communications February 2009 - January 2011
Vertis Communications October 2002 - February 2009
Vertis Communications May 1992 - October 2002
Skills
Budgeting, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Production, Forecasting, Quality Assurance, Customer Satisfaction, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Negotiation, Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Problem Solving, Team Building, Purchasing, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Account Management, Change Management, Coaching, Word, New Business Development, Troubleshooting, Employee Relations, Mergers, Business Planning, Program Management, Cost Reduction, P&L Management, PowerPoint, Planning, Vendor Relations, Writing, Team Leadership, Process Engineering, Offset Printing, Process Scheduler, Print Management, Budgets, Direct Mail, Leadership, Pre-press, Digital Printing
Education
Pasadena City College 1975 — 1977
Associates, Management
MSH Group May 2015 - Present
Chewy.com December 2014 - May 2015
Hallmark Cards April 2014 - December 2014
Hallmark Cards September 2011 - April 2014
Hallmark Cards November 2010 - September 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 2010 - October 2010
Hallmark Cards, Inc June 2009 - July 2010
Harley-Davidson Motor Company December 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain, Manufacturing, Leadership, Kaizen, Microsoft Excel, Management, Program Management, Training, Quality Assurance, Coaching, Cross-functional Team..., Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Performance Management, Process Improvement, PowerPoint, Minitab, Product Development, Engineering, Team Building, Six Sigma
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 2004 — 2009
BS, Industrial and Systems Engineering
Academy of the Holy Names 2000 — 2004
Tervis December 2012 - Present
Blowing Rock, NC August 2012 - Present
Habitat for Humanity Greater Columbus June 2006 - June 2011
C.V Perry Homes, StoneHenge Co., Portrait Homes April 2003 - March 2005
Solid Light Co. November 2000 - April 2002
DaySpring Cards January 1996 - October 2000
Dixey's Hallmark January 1992 - May 1998
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 1979 - January 1992
Battelle Research Institute August 1974 - September 1979
Skills
Merchandising, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Project Management, Product Development, Product Marketing, Retail Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Sales, Training, Interior/Architectural...
Education
The University of Kansas 1982 — 1983
Graduate School of Business - Marketing/Management
The Ohio State University 1976 — 1979
B.S.B.A., Marketing
Call Institute of Design 1973 — 1974
D.C.I.D. with honors, Interior Design
Kansas City University of Medicine and Biosciences October 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards November 2013 - October 2014
Freightquote October 2012 - November 2013
Freightquote May 2011 - October 2012
Evolytics February 2008 - May 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 2007 - January 2008
Hallmark Cards, Inc. March 2005 - July 2007
Hallmark Cards November 2003 - February 2005
Hallmark Cards, Inc March 2003 - October 2003
Hallmark Cards, Inc 2000 - 2003
Skills
Management, Marketing, Executive Reporting, Web Analytics, Omniture, Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Project Management, Conversion Optimization, Test&Target, SiteCatalyst, Lead Generation, E-commerce, Digital Marketing, Google Adwords, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Vendor Management, Budgets, Direct Mail, Sales Operations, Online Marketing, SEM, Leadership
Education
Park University 2001 — 2003
MBA
University of Missouri-Columbia 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
University of Pittsburgh 1998 — 1998
Semester at Sea
Hickman High School
J.Hilburn July 2014 - Present
bijin salon & spa August 2011 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 1981 - May 1999
Skills
Creative Direction, Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Graphic Design, Art, Interior Design, Logo Design, Graphics, Visual Communication
Education
The University of Kansas 1980 — 1981
BFA, Graphic Design and Illustration
Meramec Community College 1977 — 1979
AFA, Graphic Design and Illustration
Hallmark Cards March 2010 - Present
Hallmark Cards November 2006 - February 2010
Sunrise Greetings May 2004 - September 2006
Hallmark Cards, Inc. February 2002 - May 2004
Skills
Product Development, Strategy, Merchandising, Marketing Communications, Management, Change Management, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Product Management, Brand Management, Strategic Planning, Sales, Analysis, Leadership, Forecasting, Consumer Products, Retail, Marketing, P&L Management, Pricing, Sales Operations, Market Planning, Pricing Strategy
Education
Rockhurst University 1993 — 1995
MBA
The University of Kansas 1989 — 1993
BS, Business and History
Rockhurst High School 1985 — 1989
LeadingAge Missouri August 2015 - Present
Bates Public Affairs Consulting January 2009 - July 2015
American Century Investments February 1998 - December 2008
American Century Investments November 1995 - February 1998
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 1991 - February 1995
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 1988 - July 1991
Skills
Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Public Affairs, Entrepreneurship, Government, Spokesperson, Project Planning, Media Relations, Leadership, Newsletters, Press Releases, Marketing Strategy, Philanthropy, Communication Training, Communications Planning, Integrated Marketing, Speech Writing, Brand Development, Strategic Planning, Internal Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, Public Policy, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Legislative Relations, Mergers & Acquisitions, Community Development, Policy
Education
Southern Methodist University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.) and Bachelor of Arts - Psychology
University of Missouri-Columbia School of Law
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
Hallmark Cards June 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 1987 - Present
Skills
Concept Development, Illustration, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Typography, Illustrator, Logo Design, Packaging, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Team Leadership, Team Management, Greeting Cards, Surface Pattern Design, Drawing, Visual Communication, Graphics, Layout, Photoshop, Art
Education
Kendall College of Art and Design 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's Degree, Illustration
GSA March 2015 - Present
CodeMontage January 2015 - March 2015
Freelance July 2009 - December 2014
The Iron Yard May 2014 - September 2014
trinket.io November 2013 - May 2014
Caktus Consulting Group, LLC September 2011 - November 2013
Mediaphormedia May 2008 - July 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 2007 - May 2008
Montrose Travel 2004 - 2007
Skills
CSS, HTML 5, jQuery, User Experience, Web Development, Interaction Design, HTML, Web Design, JavaScript, Photoshop, Usability, User Interface Design, Web Applications, Django, Illustration, Adobe Creative Suite, Python, Creative Direction, E-commerce, Front-end, Great Motivator
Education
The University of Kansas 1998 — 2002
B.F.A., Printmaking
Reece and Nichols September 1999 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1974 - 1999
Skills
Buyer Representation, Sellers, First Time Home Buyers, Short Sales, Relocation, Listings, New Home Sales, Foreclosures, Single Family Homes, REO, Real Estate, Investment Properties, Buyers
Education
Pittsburg State University
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2012 - Present
Hallmark Cards March 2009 - December 2011
Hallmark Cards September 2001 - March 2007
Hallmark Cards September 2001 - March 2007
Skills
Sourcing, Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Supply Chain Management, Negotiation, Cost Reduction, Budgets, Business Process..., Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Demand Planning, ERP, Forecasting, Global Sourcing, Inventory Management, Leadership, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics Management, MRP, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Product Development, Purchasing, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Supply Chain, Supply Chain..., Supply Management, Warehousing
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1984 — 1986
MBA, Marketing
The University of Kansas 1979 — 1983
BS, Accounting & Business Administration
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2011 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1979 - 2011
Skills
Consumer Products, Product Development
Education
St. Louis University - Cook School of Business 2012 — 2012
Advanced Product Safety Management Certificate
St. Louis University - Cook School of Business 2011 — 2011
Product Safety Management Certificate
MidAmerica Nazarene University
ConAgra Foods April 2011 - Present
Lifetouch, Inc. July 2008 - April 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc. March 2006 - June 2008
Hallmark Cards September 2002 - March 2006
Hallmark Cards June 1992 - September 2002
Skills
Leadership, Business Strategy, Business Transformation, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Continuous Improvement, Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Change Management, Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Project Planning, Management, Sourcing, Program Management, P&L Management, Logistics, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Team Leadership, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Strategy
Education
Washburn University 1998 — 2001
Master of Business Administration
William Jewell College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Penn State University 2013 — 2015
Food Science Certificate
Penn State University 2014 — 2014
Certification
Target Marketing & Consulting 1994 - Present
TierOne Bank 2007 - 2008
NISTAC 2006 - 2007
BeautiCotrol 1998 - 2007
BeautiCotrol 1998 - 2007
BeautiCotrol 1998 - 2007
Discovery Concepts, INC. 1989 - 1993
Hallmark Cards, INC. 1979 - 1988
JOHNSON and JOHNSON 1978 - 1979
MACY’S DEPARTMENT STORE 1976 - 1978
Skills
Banking, Small Business, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Business Development, Customer Service, Fundraising, Team Building, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Project Management, Leadership, Sales Management, Sales, Non-profits, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Business Strategy, Management, Product Marketing, Budgets, New Business Development, Public Relations, Entrepreneurship, Start-ups, Strategy, Event Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Planning
Education
Rockhurst College 1980 — 1985
MBA, Marketing & Management
Kansas State University 1972 — 1975
BS, Consumer Interest
Rod's Western Palace October 2011 - Present
MCM Electronics July 2007 - October 2011
Astral Direct September 2006 - July 2007
Reiman Media Group - A Reader's Digest Company March 2002 - September 2006
Reader's Digest Association 2002 - 2006
J. Schmid & Assoc. January 2000 - February 2002
The Vermont Country Store 1996 - 2000
The Franklin Mint 1995 - 1996
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1988 - 1995
Skills
Online Marketing, Catalogs, Customer Acquisition, B2B, Direct Marketing, E-commerce, Direct Mail, Product Development, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Product Marketing, Advertising, Multi-channel Marketing, Leadership, Selling, SEO, P&L Management, Database Marketing, Merchandising, Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Analytics, Sales Management, Strategy, Sales Operations, SEM, Competitive Analysis, Market Research, Product Management, Segmentation, Marketing Management, Sales
Education
Rockhurst University 1989 — 1993
MBA, Finance
Ottawa University 1984 — 1988
BA, Computer Info Systems / Economics
Lee Hecht Harrison May 2008 - Present
L & L Home Goods and Gifts August 2005 - January 2010
Hallmark Cards, Inc. February 2004 - December 2005
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 1995 - February 2004
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 1991 - May 1995
Skills
Employee Relations, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Recruiting, Training, Talent Management, Resume Writing, Leadership Development, Coaching, Organizational Design, Event Management, Fundraising, Career Management, Career Counseling, Career Development..., Event Planning, Events Coordination, Bookkeeping, Retail Sales, Organization &..., Leadership, Deferred Compensation, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Management, Executive Coaching
Education
University of Iowa
BA, English
Katherine Gibbs School
Merit Certificate, Special Course for College Women
Washington High School
Wayne Art Center January 2002 - Present
Karen Louise Fay Consulting January 2001 - Present
Yves Rocher Inc January 1998 - January 2001
The Franklin Mint January 1996 - January 1998
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 1994 - January 1996
Hallmark Cards, Inc January 1989 - January 1996
Ambassador Division January 1993 - January 1994
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 1990 - January 1992
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 1989 - January 1990
Skills
Art Education, Painting, Drawing, Photoshop, Illustrator, Oil Painting, InDesign, Graphic Design, Curating, Sculpture, Marketing Strategy, Illustration, Marketing, Graphics, Photography, Art History, Creative Direction, Galleries, Art Direction, Digital Photography, Craft, Leadership, Murals, Mixed Media, Jewelry Design, Printmaking
Education
Syracuse University 1985 — 1989
Dual BFA, Commercial and Fine Art Textiles
Syracuse University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Surface Pattern Design and Fibers
University of Phoenix August 2010 - Present
University of Phoenix 2008 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 2007 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 2006 - May 2007
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1999 - May 2006
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1997 - 1999
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1996 - 1997
AlliedSignal 1988 - 1996
Skills
Corrugate - P.O.P., Mentoring, Employee Relations, Career Path Planning, Discipleship, Strategic Sourcing, Recruiting, Facilities Mangaement, Work/Life, Management, Supply Chain Management, Change Management, Sourcing, Succession Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Strategy, Executive Coaching, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Performance Management, Team Building, Leadership, Procurement, Product Development, Leadership Development, Talent Management, Diversity Training
Education
MidAmerica Nazarene University 2005 — 2007
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
University of Missouri-Columbia 1980 — 1984
BS, Industrial Engineering
University of Missouri-Rolla 1978 — 1980
Engineering Management
Paper Converting Machine Company April 2012 - Present
ISM NE-WI 2015 - 2015
ISM NE-WI 2015 - 2015
ISM NE-WI 2014 - 2015
Fox Valley Technical College November 2009 - April 2012
Paper Converting Machine Company February 2007 - November 2009
Romo Durable Graphics February 2004 - October 2006
R. R. Donnelley (Moore Wallace) November 1998 - December 2003
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1997 - 1998
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1990 - 1996
Skills
Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, Process Improvement, MRP, Manufacturing, Management, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Change Management, Contract Management, Kanban, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, SAP R/3, PeopleSoft, Creative Problem Solving, Microsoft Excel, Technical Writing, Microsoft Word, Lean Thinking, Gemba, Hoshin Kanri, Collaborative Problem..., Engineering, Visio, Purchasing, Leadership, Analytical Skills, Mapics, Relationship Cultivation, Making numbers tell a..., Analytical Abilities, Communication, Listener, OEM, Coaching, Mentoring, Networking
Education
University of Kansas 1992 — 1996
M.S., Engineering Management
Michigan State University 1986 — 1990
B.S., Applied Engineering Sciences (formerly Engineering Arts)
Ryan Homes May 2010 - April 2012
Best Buy January 2010 - April 2010
Timberstone Homes (formerly Westport Homes) November 2007 - April 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2000 - January 2007
Hallmark Cards, Inc January 1992 - January 2000
Skills
Retail, Marketing, Business Development, Training, Coaching, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Product Launch, POS, New Home Sales, Selling, Sales, Market Planning, Market Analysis, Sales Operations, Competitive Analysis, Email Marketing, Leadership, Management, Recruiting, Real Estate, Sales Presentations, Time Management, Key Account Management, Cold Calling, Product Development, Team Management, Sales Management, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Program Management, Account Management, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Sales Process, Analysis, New Business Development, Customer Retention, Team Building, Investment Properties, First Time Home Buyers, Real Estate Transactions, Sellers, Relocation, Short Sales, Residential Homes, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning
Education
NC/SC Real Estate Broker 2007 — 2015
Licensed
Right Management Alumni - Charlotte, NC 2007 — 2008
Career Consultants and Placement
Kean University 1983 — 1985
BS
Virginia Union University 1980 — 1982
Transferred to Kean University in 1983
Hallmark Cards March 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards September 2012 - February 2014
Hallmark Cards Inc. May 2010 - August 2012
Hallmark Cards June 2008 - May 2010
Hallmark Cards June 1999 - May 2008
Hallmark Cards, Inc. March 1999 - May 1999
Hallmark Cards March 1995 - May 1999
Hallmark Cards May 1989 - March 1995
Hallmark Cards, Inc May 1989 - March 1995
Skills
Internal Communications, Strategic Planning, Process Management, Results Oriented, Process Alignment, Business Alignment, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Leadership, Goal Oriented, Lotus Notes, SAP, SAP APO, Supply Chain, Leadership, Production Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Project Planning, Supply Chain Management, Continuous Improvement, Management, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Product Development, Process Improvement, Consumer Products, Demand Planning
Education
Park University 1990 — 1993
Bachelors, Business Administration
Park University 1989 — 1993
Bachelors of Arts, Business Administration
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1999 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc 1975 - 1999
Education
Massachusetts College of Art and Design 1969 — 1973
BFA, Illustration
hallmark cards, inc. 2001 - Present
Education
Milwaukee Institute of Art and Design 1997 — 2001
bachelor of arts, communication design
retired September 2012 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2010 - Present
Hallmark Cards May 1984 - January 2010
Nickerson American Seed Co. (subsidiary of Royal Dutch Shell) June 1979 - May 1984
ITT Industrial Credit Corp June 1978 - June 1979
Borg-Warner Acceptance Corp. June 1974 - June 1978
Skills
Accounts Receivable, Budgets, ERP, Strategy, Management, Program Management, Project Planning, Negotiation, Retail, Finance, Sales
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1981 — 1984
MBA, Finance
Missouri State University 1969 — 1973
BS, Management Major, Accounting Minor
Words Make Things Happen 2015 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2001 - 2015
Simply Writing 1986 - 2005
Litton 1982 - 1986
Pepperdine University 1979 - 1982
Skills
Copywriting, Editing, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Online Marketing, Advertising, Publishing, Press Releases, Public Relations, Adobe Creative Suite, Copy Editing, Editorial, Strategic Communications, Magazines, InDesign, Web Content, Creative Direction, Versatile Writer
Education
Kansas State University
B.A., Journalism and Mass Communications
Hallmark Cards April 2013 - Present
Hallmark Cards August 2008 - April 2013
Hallmark Cards October 2007 - August 2008
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2005 - October 2007
Hallmark Cards December 2000 - December 2004
Hallmark Cards December 1990 - December 2000
Hallmark Cards September 1982 - December 1990
Longview Community College August 1983 - May 1984
Rockhurst University May 1979 - May 1982
Longview Community College May 1978 - May 1979
Skills
Digital Asset Management, Project Management, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Packaging, Process Improvement, Workshop Facilitation, Development & delivery..., Team Facilitation, Business Workflows, Digital Assets, PC, Concept Development, Brand Development, Change Management, Adobe Acrobat, Layout, Pre-press, Color Management, Integrated Marketing, Image Editing, User Experience, Brand Management, Requirements Analysis, Retail, Creative Problem Solving, Logo Design, Management, Visual Communication, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Branding & Identity, Image Manipulation, Business Development, Digital Photography, Typography, Art Direction, Creative Direction, Direct Mail, Illustrator, Creative Strategy, QuarkXPress, Color Correction, Graphic Design, Consumer Products, Budgets, Graphics
Education
Rockhurst University 1979 — 1982
B.S.
Longview Community College 1977 — 1979
Associates Degree
Virginia Mason Medical Center February 2014 - March 2014
Martha & Mary Home and Community Services January 2014 - February 2014
ReQuest Physical Therapy September 2013 - October 2013
Naval Hospital Bremerton March 2013 - June 2013
artopia creative, LLC December 2010 - September 2012
Virginia Mason Medical Center 2011 - 2012
Washington Athletic Club January 2008 - May 2011
Artopia Creative May 2001 - January 2008
Hallmark Cards, Inc. November 2005 - June 2007
Walt Disney Company May 1996 - May 2001
Skills
Physical Therapy, Therapeutic Modalities, Patient Safety, Therapeutic Exercise, Time Management, Management, Patient Education, Orthopedic, Healthcare, Leadership, Sports Medicine, Brand Development
Education
Olympic College 2011 — 2014
Associate of Science (AS), Physical Therapist Assistant, 3.53
Valencia College 1988 — 1989
Associate of Science (AS), Graphic Design Technology
Valencia College 1986 — 1988
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies
Hallmark Cards April 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards March 2006 - March 2014
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 2000 - February 2006
Hallmark Cards February 1996 - June 2000
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Lean Thinking, Communication Skills, Training Delivery, Performance Management, Quality Auditing, Customer Satisfaction, Competency Based..., Change Management, Process Improvement, Development & delivery..., Recruiting, Personnel Management, Employee Relations, Cross-functional Team..., Interviews, Consumer Products
Education
Northwest Missouri State University 1991 — 1995
BS, Mass Communication
360 Vintage Partners, LLC. September 2007 - Present
Private Equity Firms August 1998 - February 2007
Hallmark, Cessna Aircraft Company, Portal Publications. June 1980 - December 2005
C-3 Equity Portal Publishing Co. San Francisco, Ca. February 2003 - February 2004
Venture Capital Minneapolis Firm August 1998 - April 2001
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 1980 - January 1998
Cessna Aircraft Company January 1975 - January 1980
Skills
New Business Development, Business Strategy, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Human Resources, Leadership, Recruiting, Executive Management, Management Consulting, Program Management, Manufacturing, Strategic Partnerships, Start-ups, Management, Strategy, Training, Marketing, Project Management, Sales, Consulting, Executive Coaching
Education
Quincy University
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science and Government
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Hallmark Cards, Inc. November 1983 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 2010 - November 2013
Hallmark Cards January 1995 - July 2010
Hallmark Cards June 1992 - January 1995
Hallmark Cards August 1989 - June 1992
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 1985 - July 1989
Hallmark Cards, Inc. November 1983 - January 1985
Skills
Copy Editing, Editorial, Creative Direction, Strategic Thinking, Branding & Identity, Content Strategy, Content Development, Consumer Research, Interdisciplinary..., Creative Problem Solving, Product Development, Consumer Products, Program Facilitation, Art Direction, Marketing Research, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy, Creative Strategy, Management, Brand Development, Problem Solving, Concept Development, Marketing, Strategic Creative...
Education
The University of Georgia 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Early Childhood Education and Teaching
NicoWild Design November 2004 - Present
Nicolopolis Design January 1998 - November 2004
Applause, Inc. January 1994 - February 1998
Mattel, Inc. April 1991 - May 1993
Hallmark Cards, Inc. April 1979 - October 1990
Skills
Drawing, Illustration, Packaging, Product Design, Graphic Design, Fine Art, Typography, Concept Design, Character Design, Textile Design, Photography, Painting, Toys, Character Animation, Concept Development, Sculpture, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Graphics, Art Direction, Illustrator, Art
Education
Palos Verdes Art Center 2002 — 2004
Continuing Education Courses, Ceramics & Drawing
Otis College of Art and Design 2001 — 2003
Surface Design & Computer Graphics
Kansas City Art Institute 1972 — 1977
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Paintng & Printmaking
Hallmark Cards, Inc. November 2010 - Present
Kansas City Art Institute May 2006 - November 2010
Skills
Multimedia, Photography, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Newsletters, QuarkXPress, Digital Photography, Public Speaking, Microsoft Excel, Copy Editing, Microsoft Office, Copywriting, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media, Video Editing, Storytelling, Video, Journalism, Digital Media, News Writing, New Media, Blogging
Education
Morningside College 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communications with Electronic Emphasis
Independent IT Management Consultant 2000 - Present
Sprint June 2013 - November 2013
Wells Fargo Advisors January 2011 - May 2013
US Postal Service June 2010 - December 2010
Wells Fargo Advisors September 2008 - March 2010
Hallmark Cards, Inc. October 2007 - August 2008
Westar Energy June 2007 - October 2007
Sprint September 2006 - June 2007
Embarq 2006 - 2007
US Bank September 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Certified Project..., Data Warehousing, Software Quality..., CMMI, EAI, Business Intelligence, Data Marts, PMBOK, SDLC, Coaching, Business Process..., Dimensional Modeling, Data Warehouse..., Business Intelligence..., Data Integration, ERP, Test Automation, Dashboards, Strategic Planning, Enterprise Architecture, Master Data Management, Business Management, Performance Testing, Mainframe, Quality Assurance, IT Management, ITIL, Management, Project Management, Telecommunications, Requirements Gathering, Integration, Vendor Management, Program Management, Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, PMO, Software Project..., CRM, IT Strategy, Testing
Education
Missouri State University
B.S. in Management and Marketing, Double Major in Management and Marketing, 3.4
University of Missouri-Kansas City
MBA, Accounting, 3.9
Back In Time Machine December 2011 - Present
Ocean Tomo, LLC. July 2007 - November 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc. October 1996 - December 2006
Making Tracks Entertainment Business June 1987 - October 1996
J&M Sportswear July 1987 - June 1995
Skills
New Business Development, Account Management, Business Development, Sales Management, Sales, Strategy, Management, CRM, Leadership, Marketing, Cold Calling, Entrepreneurship, Sales Process, Start-ups, Training, Selling, Sales Operations, Retail, Marketing Management, Program Management, Fundraising, Process Improvement, Marketing Strategy, Customer Satisfaction
Education
The University of Kansas 1981 — 1985
BS, Advertising / School of Journalism
DSI June 2014 - Present
DEG – A full-service digital consultancy June 2013 - June 2014
Hallmark Cards July 2009 - May 2013
Hallmark Cards April 2008 - July 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 2007 - April 2008
MMG Worldwide January 2004 - July 2007
Valentine Radford April 2002 - December 2003
The Integer Group 2000 - 2002
Bernstein-Rein August 1999 - August 2000
Skills
Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Digital Strategy, Segmentation, Interactive Marketing, Web Analytics, Product Marketing, Project Management, E-commerce, CRM, Paid Search Campaigns, Advertising Agency, Cross-functional Team..., Vendor Management, Key Performance..., Lead Generation, Management
Education
The University of Kansas 1994 — 1998
B.A., Communications
Hoffmaster Group, Inc. May 2013 - Present
Hallmark Cards June 2008 - April 2013
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2006 - May 2008
Skills
Sales Management, Operations Management, Logistics Planning, Key Account Mangement, Sales Operations, Cross Functional..., Customer Insight, Forecasting, P&L Management, Selling, Sales, New Business Development, E-commerce Account..., E-commerce, Competitive Analysis, Account Management, Management, Marketing, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy
Education
Park University 1989 — 1994
B.S., Marketing/Management
Northeast Missouri State University 1982 — 1984
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Hallmark Cards June 2015 - Present
Hallmark Cards October 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards March 2013 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2011 - March 2013
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 2006 - January 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2003 - 2006
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2001 - 2003
Zipatoni 1999 - 2001
Kiku Obata + Company 1998 - 1999
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1996 - 1998
Skills
Creative Direction, Concept Development, Art Direction, Packaging, Visual Communication, Creative Strategy, Graphic Design, Corporate Identity, Retail Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Logo Design, Illustration, Visual Merchandising, Layout, Product Design, Typography, Merchandising, Graphics, Illustrator, Branding & Identity, Catalogs, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, Product Development, Brand Development, Concept Design, Strategy, Sketching, Corporate Branding, Brochures, Retail, Trend Analysis, Photography, InDesign, Design Strategy, Art, Marketing
Education
Ottawa University 2010 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing, 4.0
The Kauffman Foundation 2010 — 2010
n/a, Entrepreneurship - Fast Trac Program
University of Kansas 1992 — 1995
B.F.A., Visual Communication
Mary Beth Koeth January 2012 - Present
Running With Raven June 2012 - Present
Joe Pugliese, Photographer March 2012 - June 2012
Nancy Bundt, photographer July 2011 - September 2011
Hallmark UK April 2008 - March 2010
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 2005 - January 2008
Moroch/Leo Burnett May 2003 - August 2003
D Magazine May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Photography, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Retouching, Digital Photography, Blogging, Image Manipulation, Art, Fashion, Branding & Identity, Marketing, Publishing, Logo Design, Mac, Brand Development, Typography, Creative Direction, Brochures, Documentaries, Storytelling, Corporate Identity, Lightroom, Image Editing, Illustration, Layout, Photos, Portrait Photography, Visual Communication, Editorial, Picture Frames, Geriatric Nursing, Craft Beer
Education
Miami Ad School 2010 — 2012
Photography & Video
Texas Tech University 2001 — 2005
Communication Design
Lorenzo de’ Medici - Florence, Italy 2004 — 2004
Communication Design, Photography
City of Olathe, KS September 2012 - Present
University of Kansas Edwards Campus August 2005 - August 2012
H&R Block, Inc. October 2004 - August 2005
American Family Insurance January 2003 - October 2004
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1995 - 2003
Skills
Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Event Planning, Project Management, Public Relations, Customer Service, Fundraising, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Research, Budgets, Product Marketing, Recruiting, Marketing
Education
The University of Kansas 2006 — 2010
Master's, Public Administration, 3.9
The University of Kansas 1991 — 1995
Bachelor's of Science, Business Administration, 3.7
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 1989 - Present
Central Soya Company January 1987 - June 1989
Kansas Dept. of Revenue June 1982 - December 1986
Education
Kansas State University 1978 — 1982
DeLaSalle Education Center July 2012 - Present
Derrick Thomas Academy September 2009 - October 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2000 - 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc 1997 - 2000
Hallmark Cards, Inc 1996 - 1997
Hallmark Card, Inc 1995 - 1996
Aquila 1995 - 1995
Aquila 1991 - 1995
Aquila 1990 - 1991
Aquila 1985 - 1990
Skills
Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Management, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Project Management
Education
Morehouse College 1980 — 1984
BA, Accounting/Finance
keepsake Portraits by Fran 1998 - Present
Keepsake Portraits by Fran 1998 - Present
Commission/Freelance 1970 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1974 - 1998
Skills
Portraits, Painting, Fine Art, Acrylic, Graphic Design, Illustration, Graphics, Photography, Portrait Photography, Public Art, Photoshop, Art, Art Direction, Logo Design, Image Manipulation, Brochures, Typography, Illustrator, Advertising
Education
The University of Kansas 1968 — 1969
BFA, Commercial Art
Ace Info Solutions, Inc. May 2015 - Present
Ace Info Solutions @ USDA June 2011 - Present
Midwest Consulting Group July 2008 - April 2011
Sprint/Nextel June 2006 - July 2008
IBM February 2004 - July 2008
IBM Global Services February 2004 - July 2008
Hallmark Cards, Inc February 2004 - June 2006
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 2001 - February 2004
Hallmark Cards, Inc. October 1996 - February 2004
Hallmark Cards 1996 - 2004
Skills
Software Documentation, Training, Databases, Quality Center, Management, Quality Assurance, Testing, Customer Service, E-commerce, Analysis, Project Planning, Vendor Management, Integration, Test Automation, Requirements Analysis, SDLC
Education
Quincy University 1977 — 1980
B.F.A., Art, Sociology
John Wood Community college
A.A, Art
Maple Woods Community College
marketing, management and computer applications
Quincy College
B.F.A, Art; Sociology
Fannie May Confection Brands July 2014 - Present
Crabtree & Evelyn January 2012 - June 2014
Creative Springs Design January 2004 - December 2011
Lindt & Sprungli 1998 - 2004
Lindt Chocolate 1998 - 2004
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1988 - 1996
Saks Fifth Avenue 1983 - 1988
Skills
Concept Development, Merchandising, Brand Development, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Apparel, Brand Management, Creative Direction, Fashion, Interior Design, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Product Design, Styling, Trend Analysis, Consumer Products, Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Sales
Education
New Hampshire Institute of Art
Interior Design
Northeastern Illinois University
In Transition 2015 - Present
Hallmark Cards 2013 - 2014
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2007 - 2013
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Merchandising, Leadership, Forecasting, Retail, Consumer Products, Account Management, Process Improvement, Sales Management, Field Problem Resolution, Client Relations, Field Status Updates, Order Anaylsis, Sales Operations, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications
Education
Rockhurst University
Bachelor’s Degree
St. Teresa's Academy
St. Teresa's Academy
St. Teresa's Academy
Painting and Drawing Instructor April 2011 - Present
Freelance Design January 1993 - Present
Fresh Air Gallery April 2006 - May 2010
Leopold Gallery September 2007 - March 2008
Kansas City Art Institute January 1990 - August 1993
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 1985 - March 1993
Skills
Illustrator, Logo Design, Illustration, Graphic Design, Teamwork, Art Direction, Painting, Corporate Identity, Fine Art, Art, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Writing, Social Media, Photography, Brochures, Drawing, Product Design, Graphics, Editing, Advertising, Creative Strategy, Visual Arts, Typography, Marketing, Layout, Magazines, Posters, Digital Illustration, Catalogs, InDesign, Visual Communication, Image Manipulation, Business Cards, Creative Direction, Mac
Education
Landmark Education 2007 — 2009
Kaufman FASTRAC for Entrepreneurs 2005 — 2005
Certificate, marketing, business structure, small business management
Kendall School of Design 1981 — 1985
BFA, Illustration major, Graphic Design minor
Michigan State University 1979 — 1981
Art and Design
Yum! Restaurants International July 2007 - Present
YUM! Brands, Inc. August 2005 - July 2007
Georgia-Pacific Corporation June 2002 - July 2005
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 2000 - June 2002
The Coca-Cola Company January 1997 - May 2000
Miller Brewing Company September 1995 - January 1997
Skills
Brand Architecture, Brand Management, Customer Insight, FMCG, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Management, Graphic Design, Architectural Design, Interior Design, Marketing Research, Shopper Marketing, Brand Equity, Product Innovation, Marketing, Product Development
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management
MBA, Marketing
Western Michigan University
BFA, Graphic Design
Peyton Lane, LLC September 2014 - Present
Global Prairie 2009 - March 2015
Corporate Communications Group 2007 - 2009
Tabo Creek, LLC 2006 - 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2004 - 2006
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2003 - 2004
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1996 - 2003
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1994 - 1996
Hallmark Cards 1993 - 1994
Hallmark Cards 1990 - 1993
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Creative Direction, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Customer Insight, Social Media Marketing, Strategy, Social Media, Copywriting, Event Planning, E-commerce, Media Relations, B2B Marketing, Brand Management, Online Marketing, Direct Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Brand Development, Digital Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, SEM, Web Analytics, Relationship Marketing, Creative Strategy, Marketing Research, Corporate Branding
Education
Lee's Summit Senior High School
Texas Christian University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
SPX Corporation August 2014 - Present
Payless ShoeSource January 2013 - July 2014
Collective Brands, Inc. October 2008 - January 2013
Collective Brands, Inc. October 2008 - November 2009
Sprint Nextel March 2007 - May 2008
Sprint August 2004 - July 2007
Sprint Nextel August 1999 - January 2004
API International July 1995 - August 1999
North American Operations - API July 1993 - July 1995
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 1984 - July 1993
Skills
Negotiation, Purchasing, Mergers, Server Architecture, Architecture, Program Management, Project Facilitation, Facilities Management, Account Management, Personnel Development, Personnel Leadership, Personnel Recruiting, Leadership, Project Management, Vendor Management, Personal Development, Integration, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Team Building, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Management, SDLC, Personnel Selection, Telecommunications, Forecasting, IT Management, Business Intelligence, Outsourcing, Mergers & Acquisitions, PMO, Business Analysis, CRM, IT Strategy, Process Improvement, ERP, Enterprise Architecture, Quality Assurance, Analysis, Budgets, Solution Architecture, Security, Business Strategy, E-commerce, Business Process..., Cross-functional Team..., Human Resources, Architectures
Education
Rockhurst University 1980 — 1984
BSBA, Management
Knollink Communications October 1995 - Present
IRS 2009 - 2010
Abbey Press October 1995 - December 2005
Hallmark Cards, Inc. March 1979 - October 1995
Skills
Product Development, Public Speaking, Editing, Copywriting, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Promotions, Social Media, Research, Creative Direction, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Packaging, Advertising, Event Management, Social Networking, Public Relations, Leadership, Nonprofits, Email Marketing, Brand Development, Newsletters, Graphic Design, Creative Strategy, InDesign, Photoshop, Creative Writing, Integrated Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Direct Marketing, Corporate Branding, Direct Mail, Online Marketing, Sales
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 1964 — 1966
M.A., English
Saint Louis University 1960 — 1964
B.A., English
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 2001 - Present
Hallmark Cards July 1989 - April 2001
Commerce Bank of Kansas City 1985 - 1989
InterFirst Bank Dallas 1981 - 1985
Skills
Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Finance, Essbase, Financial Reporting, Credit, Budgets, Variance Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Financial Modeling, Process Improvement, Sales, Sales Management, Cash Management, Team Building, Strategic Financial...
Education
University of Kansas - Graduate School of Business 1979 — 1981
MBA
Kansas State University 1975 — 1979
B. S., Finance
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. October 2010 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 2007 - Present
Hallmark Cards 2007 - 2010
Hallmark Cards 2003 - 2007
Hallmark Cards 2000 - 2003
Union Carbide (now Dow Chemical) 1997 - 2000
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Consumer Products, Process Improvement, Product Development, Demand Planning, Strategic Planning, Retail, Supply Chain..., Forecasting, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Change Management, Team Building, Customer Insight, Operations Management, Leadership
Education
Prairie View A&M University 1982 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mathematics
YRC Worldwide Technologies 2012 - Present
YRC Enterprise Services, Inc. 2012 - Present
YRC Freight 2011 - Present
TD Ameritrade June 2010 - 2012
JPMorgan Retirement Plan Services January 2008 - May 2010
J.P. Morgan Retirement Plan Services 2008 - 2010
Performanace Contracting Group April 2001 - December 2007
PCG 2001 - 2007
State Street 1996 - 1997
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1985 - 1997
Skills
Strategic Planning, Management, Business Analysis, SDLC, Project Management, Vendor Management, MS Project, Quality Assurance, Requirements Analysis, Scrum, Software Development, Program Management, PMP, Agile Methodologies, Project Portfolio...
Education
Pittsburg State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mathematics and Computer Science
Westminster College (MO) 1980 — 1983
Computer Science
Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts August 2012 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1979 - 2007
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Leadership
Education
Oklahoma State University 1975 — 1979
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 2005 - Present
Hallmark Cards 2005 - 2011
Skills
Graphics, Logo Design, Illustration, Visual Communication, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Typography, Lightroom, Concept Development, Multimedia, POS, Creative Direction, Packaging, Layout, Illustrator, InDesign
Education
Temple University 2000 — 2005
Hallmark Cards, Inc. December 2002 - Present
SHS May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Editorial, Copy Editing, Writing, Creative Strategy, Advertising, Project Management, Copywriting, Creative Writing, Marketing Communications, Publishing, Creative Direction, Branding & Identity, Newsletters, Content Strategy, Magazines, Blogging, Storytelling, Editing, Journalism, Web Content, Proofreading, Press Releases
Education
The University of Kansas 1998 — 2002
BS, Journalism
Kapaun Mount Carmel
Kiewit June 2013 - Present
Hallmark Cards January 2011 - June 2013
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 2005 - December 2010
Hallmark Cards October 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Workforce Planning, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Talent Management, Recruiting, Consumer Products, Leadership Development, Coaching, Change Management, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Compensation Structure..., Temporary Placement, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Process Improvement, Personnel Management, Organizational..., Management, Leadership, Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Deferred Compensation, Compensation Structures
Education
University of Kansas 1999 — 2003
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Kansas State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Marketing and Management
Save-A-Lot (subsidiary of SuperValu) 1998 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 1990 - November 1998
Saks Fifth Avenue 1984 - 1990
Macys April 1978 - March 1984
Skills
Employee Relations, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Employee Engagement, Coaching, Performance Management, Talent Management, Leadership Development, Onboarding, Training, Personnel Management, Talent Acquisition, Leadership, Human Resources, Recruiting, Retail
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1973 — 1977
Masters, Education
Missouri State University 1971 — 1973
Bachelor of Science, Education
Cor Jesu Academy
St. Louis Community College
Hallmark Cards, Inc. October 1996 - Present
Hallmark Cards October 1996 - Present
Skills
Editorial, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Creative Writing, Editing, Content Development, Proofreading, Storytelling, Newsletters, Blogging, Creative Direction, Marketing Communications, Creative Strategy, Content Strategy, Web Content, Art Direction
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1993 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Southwest Missouri State University 1990 — 1993
XOXO Hugs and Kisses, LLC 1999 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1990 - 2000
Skills
Photography, Portraits, Portrait Photography, Digital Photography, Image Manipulation, Fine Art Photography, Image Editing, Photojournalism, Food Photography, Commercial Photography, Mac, Digital Imaging, Lighting, Art, Lightroom
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology
Hallmark Cards, Inc. Business Delivery PlannerHallmark Cards, INCOctober 2012 - Present
KC PMI 2009 - Present
KC PMI Chapter 2008 - Present
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., PMP, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Program Management, Project Management, Business Process..., Change Management, Business Analysis, Project Portfolio..., Business Process, Business Development, Strategy, Business Intelligence, IT Strategy, Capacity Planning, People Management, Resource Management
Education
Rockhurst University 1977 — 1984
Build-A-Bear Workshop April 2014 - Present
Save-A-Lot December 2011 - November 2013
Hallmark Cards August 2001 - February 2002
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 1999 - August 2001
Independent Pharmacy Sales Representative January 1994 - July 1996
Skills
Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Temporary Placement, Succession Planning, Human Resources, Leadership, Onboarding, Employee Engagement, College Recruiting, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Personnel Management, Contract Recruitment, Deferred Compensation, Training, Applicant Tracking..., HRIS, Talent Management, Sales, Management, Retail
Education
Rockhurst University 1989 — 1993
BSBA, Marketing
Hannibal High
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2004 - Present
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management 1970 — 1972
MS, Organization Development
Wellesley College 1967 — 1970
Hallmark Cards, Inc. Marketing Director, InternationalApplebee's International2005 - 2007
Skills
Brand Management, Consumer Products, Integrated Marketing, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Customer Insight, Direct Marketing, Marketing Communications, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Development, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Competitive Analysis
Education
Rockhurst University 2004 — 2006
MBA
Hallmark Cards March 2013 - Present
Hallmark Cards April 2010 - March 2013
Hallmark Cards, Inc. April 2008 - April 2010
Hallmark Cards January 2008 - April 2008
Hallmark Cards July 2006 - December 2007
Hallmark Cards September 2004 - July 2006
Hallmark Cards 2003 - September 2004
Hallmark Cards 2002 - 2003
Hallmark Cards 2000 - 2002
Skills
Merchandising, Product Development, Financial Analysis, P&L Management, Strategy Development, Product Management, Strategy, Customer Insight, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Project Planning, Retail, Leadership, Forecasting, CRM, Marketing
Education
Kansas State University 1991 — 1995
•Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance, Graduated Cum Laude Overall GPA 3.9/4.0 Major GPA 4.0/4.0
The University of Kansas
Executive MBA
Let Me Do It! LLC April 2009 - Present
Village Presbyterian Church July 2013 - Present
Guidant Group, Inc August 2013 - Present
Rodan and Fields August 2013 - January 2015
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2011 - August 2013
U.S. Central June 2008 - January 2009
Hallmark Cards 2004 - 2007
Hallmark Cards 1983 - 2007
Hallmark Cards 1998 - 2002
Hallmark Cards 1995 - 1998
Skills
Marketing, Product Development, Training, Leadership, Strategy, Social Skills, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Creative Strategy, Creative Direction, Newsletters, New Business Development, Editorial, Retail, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Marketing Strategy, Creative Writing, Brand Development, Stewardship, Volunteer Recruiting, Volunteer Training, Volunteering, Animals, Hands-on Training, Errands, Running Errands, Elder Care, Concept Development, Concierge Services, Executive..., Facebook, Motivated self-starter, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Purdue University 1978 — 1982
B.S., Agricultural Communications
. 2012 - Present
Hallmark Cards 2008 - 2012
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2001 - July 2007
Hallmark Cards 1988 - 1991
Hallmark Cards 1981 - 1988
Skills
Customer Insight, Leadership, Competitive Analysis, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Segmentation, Data Analysis, Marketing Research, Quantitative Research, Product Innovation, Strategy, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Analysis, Qualitative Research
Education
Missouri State University 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Data Processing and Personnel Management
Hallmark Cards March 2011 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 2000 - May 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 2001 - May 2004
Hallmark Cards July 2000 - May 2001
Electronic Data Systems 1996 - 1998
Service/One Land Title 1990 - 1995
Skills
Customer Service, Inventory Management, Retail, Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Training, Process Scheduler, Process Improvement, Outlook, Budgets, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Business Analysis, Team Building, Lotus Notes
Education
Wright State University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
University of Dayton 1990 — 1990
Marketing
The University of Kansas 1986 — 1989
Advertising, Computer Science
Hallmark Cards April 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 2011 - Present
Hallmark Cards March 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Consumer Products, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management
Education
Kansas State University 1977 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1989 - 2007
Education
Rockhurst University
mba
Hallmark Cards, Inc. Senior Tax StaffErnst & YoungJuly 1992 - February 1996
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Law 1989 — 1992
Juris Doctor
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1987 — 1989
Masters in Accountancy, Accounting/Tax
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1983 — 1987
B.S., Accounting
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1984 - Present
Education
Rockhurst University 1989 — 1991
Masters of Business Admin., Marketing
Missouri State University 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems
Hallmark Cards June 2015 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. February 2007 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 2003 - February 2006
Boy Scouts of America 1998 - 2000
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Account Management, P, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Sales Management, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Business Analysis, Merchandising, Operations Management, Product Development, Consumer Products, Forecasting, Budgets, Training, Management, Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Inventory Management, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Retail, Sales Operations, Team Building, Pricing, Market Planning, Customer Service, Business Planning, Supply Chain Management, Strategy, Logistics, Key Account Management
Education
Rockhurst College 1994 — 1998
BSBA, Business, Management, Marketing
RyBen, Inc. July 2002 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1990 - 2001
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Team Building
Education
Kansas State University 1975 — 1977
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
H.E. Butt Family Foundation September 2014 - Present
Leon Springs VFD Inc January 2014 - Present
H. E. Butt Foundation April 2013 - Present
Leon Springs Fire Department August 2012 - Present
H-E-B July 2004 - May 2013
Johnson & Johnson-Janssen 2001 - 2004
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1992 - 2001
Skills
Account Management, Business Development, Managed Care, Marketing, Management, New Business Development, Pharmacists
Education
Texas Tech University
BS
Mountrail County Recorder April 2014 - Present
Kelle July 2006 - May 2009
Kelle Company November 2003 - July 2006
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 1999 - June 2001
University of Alaska Fairbanks 1996 - 1999
NDSU Residence Life 1991 - 1994
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Team-oriented, Training, Marketing, Organization, Leadership, Advertising, Program Management, Apparel, Creative Direction, Styling, Microsoft Office, Merchandising, Fashion, Team Building, Management, Retail, Process Improvement, Trade Shows, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Sales, B2B
Education
American Health Information Management Association (AHIMA) Online Independent Study 2013 — 2015
Certificate, Medical Coding
North Dakota State University 1986 — 1991
BS, Mass Communication & General Home Economics
Community Blood Center of Greater Kansas City 2010 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1993 - 2009
Marion Merrell Dow, Inc. (Sanofi) 1987 - 1993
Marathon Oil Company 1975 - 1987
Skills
Financial Services, Accounting, Mergers, Finance, Management, Financial Analysis, Team Leadership, Nonprofits, Leadership, Process Improvement
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1974 — 1975
MBA, Finance
University of Missouri-Columbia 1970 — 1974
BS, General Business
Evan L. Tripp CPA, P.C. May 2012 - Present
Kearney R-1 Schools August 2009 - August 2012
Fort Osage R-1 August 2004 - June 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. August 1984 - February 1995
Skills
Teaching, Staff Development, Research, Higher Education, Library, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Library Management, Instructional Technology, Cataloging, Technology Integration, Books, Educational Technology, Online Research, Web 2.0, Teacher Training, Program Management, Community Outreach, Grant Writing
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2002 — 2004
MLS, Library Science and Information Technologies
Rockhurst University 1987 — 1991
MBA, Business Finance
William Jewell College 1981 — 1983
BA Business Administation, Management / Economics
Leonard Thompson March 2010 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. December 1987 - May 2009
Devine Lighting March 1987 - December 1987
Fike Consumer Products 1986 - 1987
Cramer, Inc. 1980 - 1986
Continental Disc Corp 1976 - 1980
Jackson County Planing Department 1974 - 1976
Crowley Wade and Milstead 1973 - 1974
Summer Work 1966 - 1972
Skills
CAD, Materials, Product Design, Industrial Design, Manufacturing, Solidworks
Education
Pittsburg State University 1975 — 1976
BST, Industrial Design
University of Central Missouri 1971 — 1972
General Studies
University of Missouri-Rolla 1969 — 1971
Mechanical Engineering
Mid-America Regional Council 2010 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc August 2007 - May 2009
Hallmark Cards March 1972 - May 2009
Hallmark Cards March 1972 - May 2009
Ambassador Merchandising March 1972 - May 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 2001 - 2009
Structural Merchandising/Fixtures January 2004 - August 2007
Corrugated/Folding Cartons May 2001 - January 2004
Structural Merchandising January 2000 - January 2001
Hallmark Cards, Inc. January 1996 - January 2000
Skills
Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Global Sourcing, Purchasing, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Leadership, Sourcing, Strategy, Team Building
Education
Park University 1982 — 1994
BS, Management/Marketing
lafayette county c-1 high school
Retired August 2015 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. April 1984 - August 2015
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., IT Management, ITIL, Vendor Management, Process Improvement, SharePoint, IT Strategy, SDLC, Project Management, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Architecture, Business Analysis, IT Operations, IT Service Management, Change Management, Information Technology, Management, Integration, Program Management, Requirements Gathering, Windows Server, Disaster Recovery, Outsourcing, Team Leadership, Business Process
Education
Morehead State University 1974 — 1979
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Hallmark Cards February 2005 - October 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc 2005 - 2009
Hallmark Cards February 2001 - February 2005
Hallmark Cards June 1997 - February 2001
Education
Penn Valley Community College 2005 — 2009
ADN, Registered Nursing
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1999 — 2001
B.A., English - Creative Writing
Longview Community College 1997 — 1999
A.A., Associates in Arts
St. Mary's High School 1993 — 1997
High School Diploma
Pier1 Imports May 2011 - Present
(self employed) July 2010 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 2006 - July 2010
Kansas State University 2005 - 2006
Skills
Creative Direction, Art Direction
Education
Kansas State University 2001 — 2006
BFA in Graphic Design
University Texas at Austin 2005 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 1973 - August 2005
Education
Stephen F. Austin State University 1981 — 1984
MBA, Accounting
TBC Corporation May 2015 - Present
Washington Post November 2010 - May 2011
H&R Block January 2005 - June 2010
Hallmark Cards, Inc. November 2000 - December 2002
General Electric Company December 1999 - June 2000
General Electric Company June 1998 - December 1999
General Electric Company October 1996 - June 1998
General Electric Company November 1995 - October 1996
General Electric Company May 1994 - November 1995
General Electric Company June 1992 - May 1994
Skills
Product Development, Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Product Management, Problem Solving, Team Leadership, P&L Management, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Business Strategy, Strategy Development, Planning, Business Planning, Forecasting, Pricing, Team Management, Competitive Analysis, Customer Relations, Account Management, Program Management, Sourcing, Budgeting, Product Life Cycle..., Market Analysis, Budget Management, Marketing Strategy, Product Launch, Contract Management, Mergers, Market Research, Product Marketing, Product Strategy, Selling, Customer Service, Coaching, Virtual Teams, Profitability, Segmentation, P&L, Retail, P&L responsibility, Strategic Partnerships, Consultative Selling, Contract Negotiations, Operations Management, Marketing Management
Education
The Ohio State University Fisher College of Business 1989 — 1990
MBA, International Marketing
University of Vermont 1979 — 1983
BS, Business Administration
The John F. Welch Leadership Development Center
Leadership and Management Training
City of Overland Park September 2013 - Present
City of Overland Park June 2013 - September 2013
City of Overland Park May 2007 - May 2013
Affiliated Acceptance Corporation September 2000 - February 2006
Lake Sun Leader May 1998 - August 2000
Hallmark Cards, Inc. November 1972 - January 1998
Education
Rockhurst College 1987 — 1987
History
Penn Valley Community College 1971 — 1972
General business
Hallmark Cards, Inc. April 1996 - Present
Preferred Fixtures Mfg. Co. March 1995 - April 1996
Associated Architects, PC May 1988 - March 1995
Skills
Illustrator, Concept Development, Photoshop, Concept Design, Adobe Creative Suite, AutoCAD, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Inventory Management, Leadership, Photography, Project Management, Rendering, Retail, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Training, Typography
Education
Rhode Island School of Design 1979 — 1984
Bachelor's degree, Architecture
Park Hill School District August 1995 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. May 1981 - August 2005
Skills
Visio, Strategic Thinking, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Human Resources, Team Building, Customer Service, Leadership, Training, Administrative..., Public Speaking, Staff Development, Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Fundraising, Social Networking, Community Outreach
Education
Missouri Western State University 1979 — 1983
Lindt & Sprungli September 2010 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. December 1999 - January 2006
Enterprise Rent-A-Car June 1994 - September 1999
Skills
Consumer Products, Sales Operations, Merchandising, FMCG, Retail, Trade Marketing, Key Account Development, Shopper Marketing, Sales Management, Grocery, Sales, Account Management, Key Account Management, Forecasting, Customer Insight, Marketing, National Accounts, Market Planning, Sales Presentations, Market Analysis, Trade Shows, Inventory Management, Cold Calling, Food, Planograms, Customer Marketing
Education
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania 1990 — 1994
Business Management, Business Administration and Management, General
Pa Dept of Labor & Ind. February 1994 - November 2009
Hallmark Cards, Inc. July 1966 - July 1992
Education
Penn State University 1960 — 1965
Bachelor of Science, H&HD
Plastic Enterprises Co., Inc. 1996 - 2011
Hallmark Cards, Inc. 1986 - 1995
Hallmark Card, Inc. 1971 - 1986
Education
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School 1967 — 1969
MBA, Finance
Northwestern University 1963 — 1967
BS, Buisiness Administration
American Greetings April 2015 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. September 2011 - January 2014
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Excel, Word, Microsoft Office, Inventory Control, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Sales, Planograms, Sales Operations, Visual Merchandising, Apparel, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Store Management
Education
Monroe County Community College
Business Certificate
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 2012 - Present
W.B. Marketing January 2008 - June 2012
Skills
Sales Operations, Marketing solutions, Customer Service
Education
Northern Kentucky University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Hallmark Cards, Inc. December 1980 - Present
Hallmark Cards December 1980 - Present
Skills
DB2, Data Warehousing, SQL, SDLC, Data Modeling, SSIS, Database Design, Process Improvement, Supply Chain, Requirements Analysis, Leadership
Education
Missouri Western State University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science
Hallmark Cards, Inc. June 1995 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Writing, Management, Human Resources, Market Research, Organization, Time Management, Motivated self-starter, Teamwork, People Skills, Creativity, Determination, Hardwork, Logical Thinker, Highly responsible, High Level Of Accuracy, Highly detail oriented, Leadership, Integrity
Education
Park University 2009 — 2013
Dual Bachelor of Science, Management/ Marketing, Management/Human Resources, Cum Laude, 3.699 GPA
Missouri State Highway Patrol June 2002 - Present
Hallmark Cards, Inc. February 1991 - February 2001
Education
Kansas State University