Experience
Hometown News   March 2014 - Present
Greene County Daily World   May 2011 - February 2014
Bloomfield Apple Festival   2010 - 2013

Skills
Breaking News, Online Journalism, News Writing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Journalism, Social Media, Editorial, Headline Writing, Broadcast Journalism, AP Style, Business Journalism, Feature Articles, Investigative Reporting

Education
Vincennes University   2009 — 2010
Associate of Science (A.S.), Journalism

Indiana State University   2007 — 2008

Experience
WPUL-AM 1590   November 2010 - November 2013
Florida Courier   January 2008 - November 2013
Daytona Times News Paper   September 1991 - November 2013
Hometown News   January 2012 - March 2012
Daytona Times Newspaper   1991 - 2011
Daytona Times Newspaper   1991 - 2011

Skills
writer, editor, Broadcast Journalism, Newspaper, Journalism, Radio, Television, Camera, Headline Writing, Layout, Radio Host, Writing, Emcee, Voice Acting, Stories, Voice Over, On-air, Magazines, Personality, Blogging, Publications, Politics, Photography, Books, Hosting, Print, Stage, Breaking News, Acting, Online Journalism, Television Production, City Government, Editorial, News Writing, Copywriting, Broadcast, Editing, Multimedia, Copy Editing, AP Style, Publicity, Press Releases, Creative Writing, Storytelling, Investigative Reporting, Video, Media Relations, Facebook, Web Content, New Media

Education
University of Florida   1980 — 1984
Bachelors, Journalism/Broadcasting

University of Florida   1980 — 1984
Bachelor's degree, Broadcasting/journalism

University of Florida, College of Journalism   1980 — 1984
BA, Journalism/Broadcasting

University of Florida, College of Journalism   1980 — 1984
Bachelors, Journalism

Spruce Creek High   1977 — 1980
High School

Experience
Almost Family, Inc.   September 2012 - Present
Lincare  October 2011 - August 2012
Apartment Finder Magazine  June 2006 - September 2011
Hometown News   June 2004 - June 2006
Holdings Inc   April 2002 - June 2004

Skills
Selling, Sales Operations, Online Advertising, Customer Service, Marketing, Sales Management, Advertising, Training, Management, Leadership, Negotiation, Cold Calling, CRM, Sales, Account Management, Marketing Strategy

Education
The University of North Carolina at Charlotte   1998 — 2001
BSBA, Mar

University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Belk College of Business   1998 — 2001
BSBA in Marketing, Marketing, Management, Business Law, Accounting

Experience
United Way of Rhode Island  September 2008 - Present
Hometown News   April 2004 - October 2008
Pawtucket Times   September 2003 - April 2004
Production Manager (part time)   September 2000 - September 2003
Dr. Michael J. Conlan, DDS   March 1998 - August 1999
Derry News   1996 - January 1998
Derry News   May 1994 - 1996
Harte-Hanks Marketing Services   September 1992 - April 1994
Papa Gino's  July 1991 - September 1992

Skills
Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Event Management, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Strategic Communications, Training, Social Networking, Community Outreach, Coaching, Social Media, Philanthropy, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Leadership, Management, Research, Grant Writing, Board Development, Program Management, Community Development, Facebook, Budgets, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Development, Newsletters, Sales, Program Development, Media Relations, Human Resources, Crisis Communications, Press Releases, Workshop Facilitation, Stewardship, Marketing, Editing, Blogging, Annual Giving, Teaching, Marketing Communications, Grants, Strategic Planning

Education
Bryant University   1987 — 1991
Business Administration, Marketing

Stoughton High School   1982 — 1987

Experience
McBride Realty Group, LLC   September 2009 - Present
Baseball and Softball Instructor   June 2008 - Present
thelittleleaguecoach.com   February 2008 - Present
Kelly Corporations   August 2003 - Present
Mytopiacafe.com   August 2008 - August 2009
Hometown News   November 2005 - September 2008
Access Communications, Inc.   October 1993 - June 2002
Tech Systems  2001 - 2002
TAO Electronics   January 1984 - October 1993

Skills
Coaching, Entrepreneurial..., Team Management, Talent Development, Foreclosures, Sports, Real Estate, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Customer Relations, Social Media, Public Speaking, Advertising, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Team Building, Negotiation, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Event Planning, Event Management, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Budgeting, Sales Management, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Business Strategy, Operations Management, Business Planning, Facebook, Team Leadership, Product Development, Management Consulting, Media Relations, Non-profits, Problem Solving, Start-ups, Promotions, Outlook, Copywriting, Email Marketing, Selling, Online Advertising, Press Releases, Marketing, Entrepreneurship

Education
University of Phoenix   2009 — 2011
Masters, Marketing

University of Phoenix   2007 — 2009
Bachelors, Marketing

Western International University   2005 — 2007
Associates, Marketing

Christopher Newport University   1983 — 1986
Engineering

Experience
Write Words   1989 - Present
Hometown News   2002 - 2012
NOMMA   2006 - 2009
Georgia Hospital Association  1997 - 1999

Skills
Healthcare Writing, News Writing, Feature Articles, Blogging, Social Media, Editing, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Publication Development, Publication Management, White Papers, Wordpress, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, Constant Contact, Community News, Publications, WordPress, Newsletters, Copy Editing, Web Content, Editorial, Magazines, Proofreading

Education
The University of Georgia   1975 — 1982
ABJ, M.A., Bachelor's in Journalism; Master's in Media Management

Experience
News in Black   2011 - 2015
News in Black   2011 - 2015
News in Black   2011 - 2015
NNPA   2000 - 2015
NNPA   2000 - 2015
NNPA   2000 - 2015
Voice News Network   July 2010 - June 2013
Post-Tribune  May 2008 - April 2009
Hometown News   February 2007 - February 2008
News & Editorial   January 2000 - February 2007

Skills
Ap Style, Editing

Education
Morehouse College
Bachelor of Arts, Mass Communications

NORTHWESTERN UNIVERSITY / MEDILL SCHOOL
Master of Science, Journalism

Experience
Framingham S.M.O.C.   August 2013 - December 2013
Gans Media and Computer Services   August 2012 - August 2013
Robert Half Agency   October 2011 - April 2013
Dignity Funeral Travel   September 2010 - April 2013
Hometown News   June 2010 - July 2010
Avaya Inc  July 1989 - January 2009

Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Account Reconciliation, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Customer Service..., Customer Satisfaction, Customer Insight, Customer Oriented, Inside Sales, Assistant Work, Chauffer, Team Management, Employee Training, Hands-on Training, Databases, Database Design, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Outlook Express, Contract Management, Appointment Scheduling, Route Optimization, Investigate Lost Checks, Clerical Skills, Cold Calling Experience, Retail Sales, Credit Cards, Inventory Control, Interpersonal..., Social Media, Handle Confidential..., Six Sigma, Long-term Customer..., Public Libraries, Business Planning, resourceful, Internet, Accurate Data Entry, Time Management, Solicitation, Quality Control, Forklift Operator, Multi Tasking, Computer Science, Computer Repair

Education
Operation A.B.L.E.   2013 — 2013
Completed A.B.L.E. Beginnings, Microsoft Productivity Suite, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Gmail, Skills2Work, Graduated

County College of Morris   1982 — 1984
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Computer Science, B+

Experience
Maverick Multimedia, Inc.   May 2010 - Present
Hometown News   September 2006 - April 2010
Mainstream Engineering Corp.   July 2004 - September 2006
FLORIDA TODAY  March 1992 - June 1995
Howard, Merrell & Partners   1989 - 1991

Skills
Business Development, Copywriting, Sales, Advertising, Social Media, Account Management, SEO, Media Relations, New Business Development, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Public Relations, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Training, Marketing, Budgets, Sales Management, Management, Team Building, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Sales Operations, Customer Service

Education
North Carolina State University   1984 — 1988
BA, Business Management

Athens Drive

Experience
Remedy Partners Inc.  August 2014 - Present
Evok Advertising  April 2014 - August 2014
Evok Advertising  March 2013 - April 2014
Benedict Advertising  August 2009 - March 2013
Hometown News   March 2007 - August 2009
710Media   November 2007 - November 2008
Winn-Dixie Stores, Inc.   June 2002 - March 2007

Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Motion Graphics, QuarkXPress, Storyboarding, Conceptualization, Final Cut Pro, Drawing, Web Development, Concept Design, Typography, Point of Purchase, Direct Mail, B2B, B2C, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Creative Direction, Email Marketing, Advertising, Creative Strategy, Art Direction, Video Editing, Digital Media, WordPress, Digital Photography, Outdoor Advertising, Website Development, Image Editing, User Experience, Interactive Advertising, Interactive Marketing, Online Marketing, Digital Strategy, Visual Communication, Corporate Identity, Branding, Corporate Branding, Video Production, Layout, Logo Design, Brand Development, Pre-press, Adobe Creative Suite

Education
Daytona State College   2004 — 2009
A.S., Graphics Technology - Design Option

Mainland High School   2000 — 2004
High School Diploma

Experience
Hometown News   January 2003 - Present

Education
Ball State University - College of Business   1965 — 1970
BS, Marketing

Experience
United States Attorney's Office  September 2013 - Present
Entitle Direct Group, Inc.   2008 - August 2013
Hometown News   2007 - 2010
MediaVast  2000 - 2007
Hyperion Capital Management  1996 - 1999
Virginia Tech - Aerospace Engineering Dept   1990 - 1996

Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Concordance, CaseMap, IPRO, eScan-IT, Relativity, Adobe Photoshop, Outlook, Document Review, Photoshop, Westlaw, Servers, System Administration, Networking, Trials, Legal Research, Litigation Support

Education
State University of New York College at Potsdam   1986 — 1988
BA, Computer Science

Boston University
Certificate, Paralegal

Experience
Illinois College  July 2007 - Present
First Baptist Church, Jacksonville   April 2006 - Present
Design Ideas  April 2005 - July 2006
Design Ideas  February 2002 - April 2005
Hometown News   February 2000 - January 2002
Middleton Times-Tribune   August 1998 - January 2000
Design Ideas  February 1998 - July 1998
The State Journal-Register  May 1994 - February 1998

Skills
Publishing, Advertising, Sales, International Sales, Event Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Marketing, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Research, Community Outreach

Education
Illinois College   1989 — 1993

Experience
Hometown News   September 2008 - Present
Ginn Company  September 2005 - September 2008
Convergys  2002 - 2004
Lawnwood Regional Medical Center  1997 - 2000

Skills
Troubleshooting, Software Documentation, Windows Server, Information Technology, HTML, Active Directory, Requirements Analysis, Software Project..., Microsoft Office, Norton Ghost, Business Analysis, Microsoft SQL Server, Customer Service, Technical Support, Microsoft Exchange, Online Advertising, Project Management, SQL, Security, Visio

Education
American Public University System   2010 — 2012
BS, Information System Security

Indian River State College   1997 — 1999
AA, Technology

Experience
Beyond Hello Inc  September 2012 - June 2015
Beyond Hello Inc  2010 - September 2012
Beyond Hello Inc  2004 - 2010
Whyte Hirschboeck Dudek S.C.   2000 - 2004
Stevens Point Journal  1999 - 2000
Hometown News   1998 - 1999

Skills
Customer Insight, Program Management, PowerPoint, Management, Market Research, Outlook, Editing, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Leadership, Client Relations, Mystery Shopping, Microsoft Excel, Survey Design, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Staff Development, Change Management, Managing Workflow, Event Management, Team Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Program Development, Account Management, Operations Management, Questionnaire Design, Training, Survey Research, Team Leadership, Communication, Proofreading, Consumer Behaviour, Customer Experience, Marketing Research

Education
Benedictine University   2009 — 2011
M.B.A, International Business

Bradley University   1994 — 1998
BS, Journalism, Political Science

Experience
Apartment Finder Magazine  2006 - Present
CoStar Group/Apartment Finder   December 2006 - October 2015
Hometown News   January 2005 - December 2006
The Graham Companies  June 1991 - December 2002
The Graham Company  June 1988 - May 1991
The Graham Company  May 1988 - May 1989
Bellsouth Publishing   June 1980 - April 1988

Skills
Customer Service, Advertising, Graphic Design, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing, Sales, Mac, Direct Mail, Advertising Sales, Event Management, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Lead Generation, New Business Development, Team Building, Sales Management, Social Networking, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Real Estate, Marketing Communications, Direct Marketing, Leadership, Management, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Trade Shows

Education
Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale

Experience
Media Mayhem Corporation   Corporate ManagerNoerr ProgramsOctober 2005 - November 2008
Hardline Media Inc.   January 2007 - January 2008
Grace Advertising   February 2002 - April 2007
The Blackstone Agency   March 2004 - July 2006
Hometown News   January 2005 - December 2005
All Headline News  February 2003 - December 2005
Lakeland Ledger  March 2004 - March 2005
Clear Channel Communications  January 1998 - January 1999
WSHE-FM   February 1993 - March 1994

Education
Florida Gulf Coast University   2001 — 2002

Connecticut School of Broadcasting   1998 — 1999
Diploma

Broward College   1995 — 1997
AA

Academy Senior High School   1989 — 1992
Diploma

Ramapo High School   1990 — 1990

Valley Forge Military Academy & College   1988 — 1990

Experience
NCCI  December 2013 - Present
Freelance Writer/Editor  May 2013 - Present
Hometown News   2004 - 2013
John Wiley and Sons  2009 - 2012
LRP Publications  July 1998 - October 2004
Stuart News  July 1997 - March 1998

Skills
Newspaper, Publishing, Editorial, Copy Editing, Writing, Desktop Publishing, Proofreading, Ap Style, Online Editing, Managing Associates, Ethical Leadership, Written Communication, Written Correspondence, Online Publishing, Advertising, Newspapers, Non-fiction, Storytelling, Content Management, Content Development, Corporate Communications, Freelance Writing, Layout, Marketing Communications, Content Strategy, Text Editing, Marketing, Fact-checking, Online Journalism, Breaking News, WordPress, Creative Writing, Creative Direction, New Media, Publicity, Facebook

Education
Temple University   1982 — 1985
BA, Communications

Experience
Hometown News   February 2003 - Present
The Indianapolis Star, Gannett   1990 - 1999

Skills
Newspaper, Publications, Press Releases, Advertising, Media Relations, Newspapers, Leadership, Magazines, Email Marketing, Advertising Sales, Publishing, Direct Mail, Direct Marketing, Digital Media, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Media Buying, Copywriting, Marketing Communications

Education
Indiana University Bloomington   1977 — 1980
Bachelors, Business

Experience
Harris Corporation  December 2010 - Present
HomeTown News   October 2004 - September 2008

Skills
Mac, Photoshop, Photography, Capture NX2, View NX, Microsoft Office Suit, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office

Education
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Arts, Photography

Experience
MoneySaver Mag   October 2010 - Present
Hometown News   November 2002 - October 2010

Skills
Online Advertising, Cold Calling, Account Management, B2B, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Lead Generation

Education
College of Charleston