Houston Zoo
The Houston Zoo is a 55-acre zoological park located within Hermann Park in Houston, Texas, United States. The zoo houses over 6,000 animals from 900 species. It receives 2.55 million visitors each year and is the second most visited zoo in the United States. It is accredited by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums. Address: 6200 Hermann Park Dr, Houston, TX 77030 Area: 55 acres Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 9AM Sun Saturday9AM–6PMSunday9AM–6PMMonday(Martin Luther King Jr. Day)9AM–6PMHoliday hoursTuesdayClosedWednesday9AM–6PMThursday9AM–6PMFriday9AM–6PMSuggest an edit Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. No. of animals: 6,000+ Notable animals: Henrietta, Tucker, Rockie, Kamia, Methai, Charlie, Tess, Cali, Baylor, Joy, Jonah, Jack, Tupelo, Duncan, Shanti, Lulu, Thai, Indy, Mumbles, Zuri MOREPlace name: : Category: Website: : : : : : Website: http://www.houstonzoo.org/ Category: Zoo Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo.
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Texas A&M University August 2013 - Present
UNT Health Science Center (UNTHSC) May 2014 - July 2014
Houston Zoo May 2013 - July 2013
I'M I May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Cell Culture, DNA Extraction, Laboratory, Teaching, Data Analysis, Microsoft Word, Research, Western Blotting, Public Speaking
Education
Texas A&M University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Biology, General, 3.344
McDonald's Corporation December 2014 - Present
Little Caesars February 2012 - November 2014
Events and Lagniappe Public Relations January 2011 - December 2011
Houston Zoo March 2011 - September 2011
Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Public Relations, Event Management, Special Events, Writing, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Research, Press Releases, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Editing, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Budgets, Corporate Communications, Market Research, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Networking, Media Relations, Social Media, Advertising, Strategic Communications, Facebook, Research, Graphic Design, New Business Development, Public Speaking, InDesign, Leadership, Fundraising, Email Marketing, Copywriting, Internal Communications, Nonprofits, Management, Community Outreach, Fashion, Publicity, Newsletters, Photoshop, Online Marketing, WordPress, Journalism
Education
Northwestern State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations, English
University of the District of Columbia 2006 — 2008
Public Relations/Image Management
George Bush High School 2002 — 2006
Houston Community College February 2015 - Present
Rice University August 2014 - December 2014
UrbanHarvest September 2014 - November 2014
Houston Zoo February 2012 - June 2014
Rice University August 2011 - December 2011
Rice University August 2005 - June 2011
Rice University August 2006 - May 2007
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi August 2002 - May 2005
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi August 2002 - May 2005
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi January 2004 - January 2005
Skills
MS Office Suite, Writing Skills, Public Speaking, Life Sciences, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Cell, Microbiology, Research, Teaching, Biology, Environmental Science, Laboratory, Mentoring, Science, Confocal Microscopy, Lifesciences, Microscopy, Microsoft Office, Writing, Data Analysis
Education
Rice University 2005 — 2011
PhD, Biochemistry & Cell Biology
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 2002 — 2005
M.S., Biology
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 1997 — 2001
B.S., Biology/ Minor Chemistry
Sharps Compliance, Inc December 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo September 2009 - December 2014
The Children's Museum of Houston July 2008 - September 2009
Discovery Science Center OC December 2005 - June 2008
ParkWest Landscape, Inc November 2003 - February 2005
Snap Appliance, Inc November 2000 - July 2003
Skills
General Ledger, Cost Accounting, Variance Analysis, Cash Flow, Fixed Assets, Internal Controls, Financial Statements, QuickBooks, Mas 90, ADP Payroll, Management, Financial Modeling, Auditing, Finance, Year-end Close, Business Planning, Administration, Inventory Management, Team Leadership, Monthly Close, Accounting Applications, Business Process..., Accruals, Corporate Finance, Revenue Recognition, Financial Systems, FRx, Accounting System, Microsoft Dynamics SL, Application software..., Blackbaud Systems:..., Sage Systems: MAS90,..., POS Systems: Galaxy..., Other Reporting &..., QuickBooks, Agresso..., Advanced in Excel, MS..., System Administration, Project Management, GAAP, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Bank Reconciliation, Cash Flow Forecasting, Leadership
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2012 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, with Distinction
DeVry University-California 2007 — 2008
Bachelors of Technical Management, Accounting Suma cm Laude
Houston Zoo May 2014 - August 2014
Andring Tax & Accounting Services January 2014 - May 2014
Houston Zoo May 2013 - August 2013
iKids, Inc. November 2012 - April 2013
Andring Tax & Accounting Services January 2012 - May 2012
Tender Care Learning Center June 2010 - December 2011
Subway June 2009 - August 2009
Maple Tree Cafe June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Child Development, Early Childhood..., Elementary Education, Teaching, Psychology, Curriculum Development, Enthusiasm to learn, Always Willing to Learn, Experience Working with..., Customer Service, Receptionist Duties, Front Office, Guided Tours
Education
Saint Vincent College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Houston Zoo August 2013 - Present
Moody Gardens® January 2013 - Present
Northeastern University September 2011 - August 2012
Children's Hospital Boston January 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Science, Scientific Writing, Editing, SPSS, Research, Statistics, Data Analysis, PCR, Western Blotting, Cell Culture, Binocular Rivalry, Lifesciences, Neuroscience, Molecular Biology, Evolutionary Biology, Animal Behavior, Social Media, Laboratory
Education
Northeastern University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (Cum Laude), Behavioral Neuroscience; Latino, Latin American, and Caribbean Studies
Mixed animal clinic including small animal and bovine medicine July 2013 - August 2014
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign October 2013 - November 2013
Vet Diagnostics April 2012 - June 2013
Georgia Sea Turtle Center February 2013 - February 2013
Ecole Vétérinaire de Lyon 2008 - 2013
Houston Zoo August 2012 - August 2012
University of Connecticut 2011 - 2011
University of Connecticut and Texas Tech University: The Institute of Environmental and Human Health 2009 - 2010
Institut Paoli Calmettes INSERM February 2008 - August 2008
CEA 2004 - 2007
Education
Ecole nationale vétérinaire de Lyon 2014 — 2014
DVM, Veterinary Medicine, thesis dissertation summa cum laude defended November 2014
Ecole nationale vétérinaire de Lyon 2008 — 2013
Dr Méd Vét degree (DVM), Veterinary medicine
Université Joseph Fourier (Grenoble I) 2004 — 2007
PhD, cellular biology and toxicology
Université de Montpellier 2004 — 2004
master biochemistry, biochemistry, human health, pharmacology
Ecole généraliste d'Ingénieurs de Marseille 2001 — 2004
Chemical Engineer, Organic chemistry
National Aviary January 2014 - May 2014
St. Francis Wolf Sanctuary October 2012 - August 2013
TGR Exotics May 2011 - August 2011
Houston Zoo May 2008 - August 2008
Houston Zoo May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Magicians, Animal Work, Public Speaking, Close Attention to..., Animal Training, Teamwork
Education
Texas A&M University 2009 — 2013
Houston Zoo August 2013 - November 2013
Tongue & Cheek, LLC April 2013 - May 2013
Mid-Town Booths Tavern August 2012 - February 2013
Burntwood Tavern September 2011 - February 2013
Tenable Protective Services August 2010 - January 2011
Live Nation July 2005 - July 2010
Rollins College August 2006 - May 2010
Alli, Alliance of Action Sports May 2008 - October 2009
Warren Wilson College August 2007 - May 2008
Orange Peel Social Aid & Pleasure Club August 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Event Planning, Social Networking, Social Media, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, PowerPoint, Event Management, Spanish-speaking, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Environmental Awareness, Travel
Education
Rollins College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Environmental Studies, Latin American & Carribean Studies
Elite Bartending School 2013 — 2013
Bartending License, Bartending/Bartender
TEFEL International- Manuel Antonio, Costa Rica 2012 — 2012
TEFEL Certificate, Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
Warren Wilson College 2007 — 2008
Environmental Studies
Université Laval 2002 — 2002
French Language and Literature
Dovetail Genomics, LLC August 2015 - Present
Texas A&M Health Science Center February 2014 - July 2015
Houston Zoo June 2008 - July 2015
Rice University August 2012 - June 2014
Rice University October 2009 - July 2013
University of Houston July 2008 - October 2009
National Human Genome Research Institute June 2007 - April 2008
Smithsonian Institution January 2007 - April 2008
National Center for Biotechnology Information July 2006 - June 2007
Baylor College of Medicine January 2000 - June 2006
Skills
Genomics, Bioinformatics, Research, C++, High Performance..., Algorithms, Unix, Science, Computer Science, Computational Biology, Perl, Programming, Scientific Computing, Python, Data Analysis, Parallel Computing, C, Sequencing, Fortran, Distributed Systems, Data Mining, Linux, Genetics, LaTeX, R, Machine Learning, Biology
Education
Rice University 1986 — 1994
Ph.D., Computer Science
Rice University 1982 — 1986
B.A., Computer Science
Lamar High School, Arlington TX 1979 — 1982
High School
A Moment of Life Photography March 2011 - Present
Houston Zoo February 2012 - May 2012
Lakewood Church October 2009 - October 2010
Skills
Headshots, Photographers, Digital Photography, Public Relations, Customer Service, Video Editing, Social Networking, Photoshop, Video, Programming, Online Advertising, Photo Editor, Environmental..., Studio Lighting, Commercial Product..., On Location, Senior Portraits, Photography, Landscape Photography, Wedding Photojournalism, Lifestyle Photography, Architectural..., Illustrator, Wedding Photography, Photos, Commercial Photography, Travel Photography, Sports Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Boudoir, InDesign, Event Photography, Black & White, Food Photography, Still Life, Still Photographer, professional headshots, editoria photographerl, event photographer, Model Portfolios, Portrait Photography
Education
Houston Community College 2010 — 2014
Digital Photography
Westbury HS 2006 — 2010
Houston Zoo April 2010 - Present
City of Houston Fire Department June 2000 - Present
United States Army Reserve 1986 - 1994
Skills
Public Speaking, Training, Program Development, Community Outreach, Informal Education, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Organizational..., Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Staff Development, Microsoft Office, Research, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Social Media, Teaching, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Leadership, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Government, Human Resources, Public Relations, Coaching, Policy
Education
Houston Community College
Associate's Degree, Human Resources Development
Milby
University of Houston
College of Technology
Houston Zoo August 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo March 2013 - August 2014
Consultant, VIP Concierge, Logistics, International Security Planning October 2009 - March 2013
Waldorf Astoria Hotels & Resorts August 2009 - December 2009
SeaWorld Parks & Entertainment November 1995 - August 2009
Skills
Leadership, Budgets, Event Planning, Event Management, Team Building, Management, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Hospitality, Operations Management, Recruiting, Project Planning, Project Management, Training, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Security, Logistics, Sales, Marketing, Travel Planning, Concierge Services, Process Scheduler, Customer Satisfaction, VIP Services, Budget Monitoring, Standards Compliance, Travel Security, Scheduling Management, Theme Parks, Marketing Strategy, Employee Relations, Team Leadership, Staff Mentor, Communication, Visitor Attractions, Admissions, Account Management, Leadership Development, Human Resources, Organizational..., Lifeguarding, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Board Member Relations
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1993 — 1996
BS, Business Management
T-Mobile April 2015 - Present
Speedy Cash May 2010 - April 2015
Houston Zoo August 2013 - October 2014
Skills
Reservations, Customer Service, Data Entry, Phone Etiquette, Appointment Scheduling, Filing, Multi-line Phone, Microsoft Office, Cash Handling, Communication, Marketing, Special Events, Microsoft Word, Sales, Outlook, Social Media, Public Speaking, PowerPoint
Education
Houston Community College 2014 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Creative Writing, N/A
lone star college system 2009 — 2014
Lowe's Companies, Inc. October 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo May 2014 - August 2014
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Tutoring, Teaching, Event Planning, Teamwork, Time Management, Elementary Education, Windows, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Design, Social Networking, Curriculum Development, Classroom, Classroom Management, Childcare, Educational Technology, Special Education, Early Childhood..., Editing, Public Speaking, Facebook, Research
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte 2014 — 2015
Elementary Education and Teaching
Louisiana State University 2012 — 2014
Elementary Education and Teaching
Houston Zoo January 2015 - Present
Students Concerned for Animals in Trouble August 2013 - December 2014
Longmont Humane Society August 2012 - July 2013
New England Aquarium April 2011 - July 2012
Skills
Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Fundraising, PowerPoint, Non-profit..., Event Management, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Research, Animal Welfare, Program Development, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Customer Service, Teaching, Leadership, Administration, Nonprofits
Education
Pikes Peak Community College 2013 — 2014
Associate's Degree, Zookeeping Technology, 3.9
WaterWorks Education Center - City of Houston July 2002 - Present
Houston Zoo March 1999 - July 2002
Six Flags Astroworld March 1985 - September 1998
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Staff Development, PowerPoint, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Research, Editing, Fundraising, Graphic Design, Layout, T-shirt Graphics, Posters, Science Education, Environmental Education, Public Speaking, Program Development
Education
Sam Houston State University 1982 — 1986
B.A., Journalism/Photography
San Jacinto College North 1978 — 1982
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Nestlé Purina North America May 2014 - Present
The Better Business Bureau of Greater Houston and South Texas February 2014 - June 2014
Houston Zoo July 2012 - February 2014
Skills
Event Management, Management, Merchandising, Nonprofits
Education
Center for Advanced Legal Studies 2000 — 2001
Paralegal
Chabot College 1971 — 1973
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Fashion Merchandising/ Business
Rice University May 2014 - Present
Rice University June 2013 - Present
Rice University October 2013 - May 2014
Rice University July 2013 - May 2014
Houston Zoo January 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Teamwork, Public Speaking, English, Recruiting, Teaching
Education
Rice University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mathematics and Statistics
DSM Services January 2014 - Present
US Army May 2012 - Present
Mercedes-Benz of Sugar Land July 2010 - December 2012
Houston Zoo February 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Bookkeeping, Account Management, Administrative..., Office Management, Microsoft Office, ADP Payroll, Customer Support, Executive Support, Marketing, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Spanish, QuickBooks, Quicken, Adobe Acrobat, Invoice Processing, Bill Payment, Operations Management, Military Logistics, Military, Human Resources, Multi Tasking, Communication Skills, B2B Marketing, Small Business
Education
Houston Community College 2013 — 2013
Certification, Human Resources Management and Services
University of St. Thomas (TX) 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Liberal Arts in Communications and Theology
Mightily June 2015 - Present
Noleo Fantastico May 2012 - Present
Houston Zoo April 2014 - December 2014
Limb Design May 2012 - March 2014
Mad Genius April 2007 - April 2012
Maris, West, and Baker Advertising March 2002 - April 2006
Maris, West, and Baker Advertising March 2002 - March 2004
Mississippi State University 2000 - 2002
Skills
Illustration, Advertising, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Art Direction, Copywriting, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Branding & Identity, Photoshop, InDesign, Online Advertising, Social Media, Illustrator, Direct Marketing, Logo Design, Social Networking, Typography, Photography, Posters, Visual Communication, Art, Packaging, Brand Development, Video, Graphics, Creative Strategy
Education
Mississippi State University 1998 — 2002
BFA, Graphic Design
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago November 2014 - Present
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago June 2012 - November 2014
Museum of Science and Industry, Chicago December 2011 - June 2012
Chicago Zoological Society/Brookfield Zoo December 2010 - December 2011
Harby Junior High July 2009 - June 2010
Houston Zoo August 2006 - July 2009
Skills
Program Development, Program Facilitation, Program Coordination, Curriculum Development, Marine Biology, Biology, Creative Problem Solving, Guided Tours, Presentation Development, Presentation Coaching, Customer Oriented, Cross-departmental..., Cross-departmental..., Science Education, Museums, Museum Education, Informal Education, Research, Building Relationships, Animal Husbandry, Animal Training
Education
Western Illinois University 2011 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Biology, General
Eckerd College 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
Virginia Safari Park May 2013 - May 2014
Baker Family Trust March 2010 - March 2013
Panthera Research 1996 - 2012
Abilene Zoo August 2007 - February 2010
Little Rock Zoo July 2001 - July 2007
Frank Buck Zoo November 1997 - January 2001
Research Sabbatical 1996 - 1997
Houston Zoo 1992 - 1996
Amarillo Independent School District 1991 - 1992
Lamkin Wildlife Company 1990 - 1991
Skills
Microsoft Office, Author, Research, Marketing Strategy, Crisis Management, Zoological Safety, Grant Writing, Management, Operant Conditioning, Exotics, Wildlife Management, Zoology, Range Management, Exhibit Design, Editing, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Wildlife, Environmental Awareness, Biodiversity, Environmental Education, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Natural Resource..., Conservation Issues, Sustainable Development, Ecology, Natural Resources, Training, Science, Animal Behavior, Teaching, Scuba Diving, Policy, Environmental Consulting, Environmental Science, Public Speaking, Environmental Issues, Leadership, Volunteer Management, Proposal Writing, Fundraising, Analysis, Nonprofits, Report Writing, Museums, Program Management, Animal Husbandry, Community Outreach
Education
West Texas A&M University 1989 — 1990
Graduate Studies, Zoology/Animal Biology
West Texas A&M University 1988 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Wildlife, Fish and Wildlands Science and Management
Blinn College 1980 — 1987
Biology, General
Bartending Academy of Texas 1979 — 1980
Technical Degree, Bar Management
Baylor University Campus Living and Learning August 2014 - Present
Baylor College of Medicine June 2014 - August 2014
Baylor University August 2012 - May 2014
Baylor University July 2013 - August 2013
Houston Zoo June 2008 - August 2008
Houston Zoo June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Access, Customer Service, Teamwork, Accounts Payable, Financial Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Windows, Account Reconciliation, HTML, Payroll, General Ledger, Peachtree
Education
Baylor University 2011 — 2015
Baylor Business Fellows, Finance, Business Administration and Management, General
Human Energetics and Evolution Lab June 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo January 2009 - Present
Houston Zoo February 2014 - March 2014
The Owl Monkey Project March 2013 - December 2013
Wildtracks October 2012 - December 2012
Rice University September 2011 - November 2011
Houston Zoo June 2011 - August 2011
Fort Worth Zoo May 2011 - May 2011
Houston Zoo June 2009 - July 2009
Houston Zoo January 2009 - February 2009
Skills
Languages, Writing, Animal Care/Handling
Education
Rice University 2009 — 2016
BS, Ecology and Evolutionary Biology
Rice University 2009 — 2013
Service Corporation International - Talent Management Department July 2015 - Present
Service Corporation International - Talent Management Department July 2014 - August 2015
Service Corporation International - Talent Management Department September 2012 - July 2014
Houston Zoo March 2010 - October 2012
Skills
Adobe Connect, Cornerstone, Learning Management..., Event Planning, Program Management, Organizational..., Management, Human Resources, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Program Development, Event Management, Highly detail oriented, Nonprofits, Budgets, Customer Service, Non-profits, Problem Solving, Project Management, Project Planning, Community Development, Research, Software Documentation, Data Analysis, Internal Communications, Cash Management, Supervision, Corporate Development, Technical Support, Crystal Reports, Financial Reporting, Development & delivery..., Organizational..., Virtual Learning, Training Delivery, People Skills
Education
Houston Community College
Certification, Real Estate
Houston Zoo September 2002 - June 2005
Eulan, Inc. January 2001 - September 2002
Houston Museum of Natural Science January 1999 - February 2000
Houston Museum of Natural Science January 1993 - January 1999
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Editing, Operations Management, Business Process..., Management, Employee Training, Customer Service
Education
University of Houston 1997 — 2000
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Louisiana State University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Target September 2014 - February 2015
Law Firm October 2013 - December 2013
Houston Zoo December 2010 - December 2012
Deer Park ISD August 2009 - November 2010
Panera Bread October 2008 - June 2009
Aqua Solutions, Inc. September 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Human Resources, HRIS, Payroll, Employee Benefits, Program Management, System Administration, Administrative..., Employee Relations, Training, Program Development, Nonprofits, PowerPoint, Recruiting, Non-profits, Data Entry, Customer Service, Organizational...
Education
San Jacinto College 2005 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Communications, 3.5
Deer Park High School 2002 — 2005
Diploma, 3.5
Houston Zoo February 2012 - Present
State Farm Insurance June 2009 - February 2012
La Torretta Del Lago Resort & Spa February 2009 - June 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Leadership, Team Building, Email Marketing, Facebook, Public Speaking, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Sales, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Photoshop, Strategic Planning, Outlook, Team Leadership
Education
Miami University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Biology
Texas A&M University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Recreation, Parks, & Tourism Sciences
Mindfile Multimedia, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Schipul May 2013 - August 2013
Wedeeo March 2013 - May 2013
Houston Zoo May 2011 - August 2011
Tendenci (Formerly Schipul) February 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Mac OS X, Videography, Visual Storytelling, Final Cut Pro, After Effects, Video, Mac, Film, Photoshop, Music Videos, Digital Video, Journalism, CSS, Web Video, HTML, Video Editing, Premiere, Final Cut Studio, Motion Graphics, Photography, OS X
Education
Pratt Institute 2010 — 2014
FIlm BFA, Film
Houston Zoo June 2012 - July 2012
The Health Museum 2009 - 2011
Skills
Animal Science, Animals, Classroom Management, Trails, Camps, Trivia
Education
Colorado State University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Zoology/Animal Biology
Bellaire High School 2006 — 2010
Looking for: Public Affairs – Communications – Marketing Position January 2013 - Present
Houston Zoo August 2012 - December 2012
Coastal Bend College March 2009 - December 2009
Dillards June 2008 - August 2008
Champagne Appliance June 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Written & Verbal..., Organization Skills, Works Well in Groups, Goal-driven leader, Creativity
Education
University of Houston-Downtown 2011 — 2012
B.A. in Communication Studies
Brazosport College 2010 — 2011
Associate of Arts
Engineering for Kids of greater Houston Area August 2015 - Present
Varsity Tutors February 2015 - Present
Frostburg State University January 2013 - Present
Houston Zoo June 2015 - August 2015
Skills
Field Work, Ecology, Environmental Science, Research, Wildlife, Event Planning, GIS, Public Speaking, Teaching, Teamwork
Education
Frostburg State University 2012 — 2014
Master of Science (MS), Applied Ecology and Conservation Biology
The University of Stirling 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Environmental Science and Biology
Texas Coastal Watershed Program, Texas A&M AgriLife Extension September 2015 - Present
Baker Hughes June 2012 - September 2015
Houston Zoo May 2013 - September 2013
Bay Area Equestrian Center August 2004 - June 2013
Skills
Environmental Science, Microsoft Office, Environmental Awareness, Research, Analysis, HSE, Ecology, Water Quality, Wildlife Biology, Tropical Ecology, Rainforest Ecology, GIS, Oil & Gas, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Permitting
Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake 2011 — 2013
Master's degree, Environmental Science emphasis in Biology
Texas A&M University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Studies
Cirque du Soleil October 2014 - January 2015
ComedySportz-Houston May 2013 - December 2013
Baylor University Department of Theatre Arts January 2010 - December 2012
Baylor University Department of Theatre Arts August 2008 - December 2012
Houston Zoo June 2011 - August 2011
Sherwood Pictures January 2011 - May 2011
Different Drummer April 2011 - April 2011
Walt Disney World August 2009 - January 2010
Education
Baylor University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
Baylor University 2008 — 2012
BA, Theatre/Theatre Arts Management
Houston ISD August 2014 - Present
Houston ISD August 2012 - Present
Student Conservation Association November 2007 - August 2012
Council for Environmental Education June 2007 - November 2007
Houston Zoo June 2006 - June 2007
Smithsonian's National Zoo January 2004 - October 2005
Friends of the National Zoo July 2001 - March 2004
DynCorp International July 1999 - July 2001
Florida Marine Research Institute May 1998 - August 1998
Skills
Curriculum delivery and..., Program Management, Curriculum Design, Training, Conservation Issues, Environmental Education, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Grant Administration, Outdoor Recreation, Trails, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Team Building, Volunteer Management, Science, Nonprofits, Program Evaluation, Ecology, Community Outreach, Research, Community Development, Natural Resource..., Youth Development, Environmental Awareness, Environmental Policy, Editing, Leadership, Environmental Science, Proposal Writing, Biology, Program Development, Wetlands, Curriculum Development, Grants, Fundraising, Teacher Training, Sustainability
Education
Tarleton State University 1994 — 1998
B.S., Animal Sciences, Biology
Progressive GE February 2014 - Present
KPRC-TV January 2013 - February 2014
Pariveda Solutions April 2012 - December 2012
Houston Zoo January 2010 - April 2012
Houston SPCA February 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Training, Budgets, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Outlook, Program Coordination, Program Management, Team Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Program Development, Youth Development, Program Evaluation, Non-profit..., Volunteer Training, Program Implementation
Education
Sam Houston State University 2004 — 2009
Mass Communications, Marketing/PR
Singapore American School 2001 — 2004
High School Diploma
Saint Louis Zoo June 2014 - August 2014
Oregon National Primate Research Center April 2014 - May 2014
Abilene Zoo May 2013 - June 2013
Houston Zoo October 2012 - January 2013
Smithsonian's National Zoological Park June 2012 - August 2012
Oregon Zoo 1999 - 2012
Antech Diagnostics 1998 - 1999
University of California 1997 - 1998
University of Tennessee 1994 - 1995
South Kendall Animal Clinic 1991 - 1993
Skills
Veterinary Medicine, Teaching, Animal Husbandry, Animal Welfare, Clinical Research, Veterinary, Critical Thinking, Problem Solving, Collaboration, Lecturing, Mentoring, Client Education, Exotic Animals, Tigers, Primates, Ferret, Guinea Pigs, Snakes, Raptors, Wildlife Rehabilitation, Euthanasia, Soft Tissue Surgery, Dental Prophylaxis, Animal Training, Marine Mammals, Turtle, Rabbit, Infectious Diseases, Animal Nutrition, Pets, Reptiles, Anesthesia, Birds, Veterinary Pathology, Wildlife, Animal Behavior, Medicine, Laboratory Animal..., Animal Work, Wildlife Conservation, Surgery, Zoo, Conservation Issues, Zoology, Animal Surgery, Parasitology, Fish
Education
American College of Zoological Medicine
Diplomate, Zoological Medicine
University of California - Davis
Residency, Zoological Medicine
Kansas State University
Internship, Exotic Animal, Wildlife and Zoo Animal Medicine
North Carolina State University
Doctorate, Veterinary Medicine
London Zoo
Extern in Zoological Medicine
Duke University
Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Indiana University School of Medicine January 2011 - Present
Freeland Animal Hospital (previously Companion Animal Hospital of Oaklandon) January 2007 - December 2010
Indy Feral 2009 - 2010
Houston Zoo 2006 - 2006
Skills
Research, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Husbandry, Animal Models, Animal Work, Anesthesia, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Outlook, Teaching, HTML, Grant Writing
Education
Purdue University 2004 — 2006
Associates, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant
University of Louisville 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Marathon Oil Corporation October 2014 - Present
Contango Oil & Gas Company November 2013 - October 2014
Netherland, Sewell & Associates November 2012 - November 2013
QED Energy Training, LLC September 2012 - November 2012
Houston Zoo June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Data Analysis, Public Speaking, Research, Petroleum Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Proprietary Software, Reserves, Oil/Gas, Databases, PHDWin, Statistical Data..., Education, ArcGIS, Mac OS, Microsoft Office, Reports, Energy, Oil, Energy Industry, GIS, Microsoft Word, Oil & Gas Industry
Education
Principia College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology, General
Houston Zoo May 2014 - Present
Kansas City Zoo April 2011 - May 2014
Audubon Nature Institute November 2010 - March 2011
Wildlife Infirmary December 2009 - October 2010
Recreation Department May 2006 - October 2010
Michigan State University August 2007 - 2010
Detroit Zoological Society May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Animal Husbandry, Animal Welfare, Animal Behavior, Animal Work, Cleaning, Training, Enrichment, Public Speaking, Skilled Labor, Zoology, Animals, Teaching
Education
Michigan State University 2007 — 2010
BS Zoology, Concentraion in Zoo and Aquarium Science
Henry Ford Community College 2004 — 2007
Associates Degree, Liberal Arts
Dearborn High School 2000 — 2004
Diploma
Charlie Art June 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo June 2015 - Present
Reade - revalidatie & reumatologie March 2012 - April 2014
Mediq January 2002 - February 2012
Skills
Dutch, English, German, Healthcare, Clinical Research, Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Industry, Pharmacy, Microsoft Word, MIRA, Volunteering, Fine Art, Modern Art
Education
Horizon College Alkmaar 1999 — 2002
Pharmacy Technician
Hogeschool van Amsterdam 2003 — 2004
Physiotherapy
Martinus College Grootebroek 1995 — 1999
Bakery and Pastry
Houston Zoo August 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo May 2013 - August 2014
Organizing for America - North Carolina July 2012 - November 2012
Lloyd Doggett for US Congress February 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Outlook, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Editing, Grant Writing
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2010 — 2012
Political Science
Austin Community College 2008 — 2010
Stanberry May 2010 - Present
L3 - Leadership, Legacy, Life March 2009 - April 2010
Houston Zoo November 2005 - March 2009
Century 21 KEY Realtors February 1997 - November 2005
Education
George Leonard School of Real Estate 1995 — 2005
Real Estate
Sam Houston State University
General Studies
San Jacinto College
Psychology, General
Temple University July 2014 - Present
Texas A&M University August 2011 - July 2013
Laura and John Arnold Foundation June 2011 - August 2011
Greater Houston Black Chamber September 2009 - August 2011
Jones School Board Fellows Program February 2010 - May 2011
RJ Reynolds June 2010 - August 2010
Houston Zoo January 2010 - April 2010
IMPACT Strategies Consultants September 2009 - January 2010
ExxonMobil September 2005 - January 2009
Coca-Cola Enterprises February 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Project Management, Marketing, Leadership, Data Analysis, Research, Personnel Management, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Event Planning, Management Consulting, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Management, CRM, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Time Management, Sales, Recruiting, Leadership Development, Budgets, PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Social Media, Teaching, Team Leadership, Training, Staff Development, Program Management
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 2014 — 2019
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Organizational Behavior and Human Resources
Texas A&M University - Mays Business School 2011 — 2013
Master's Degree, Management
Rice University - Jesse H. Jones Graduate School of Business 2009 — 2011
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 2001 — 2005
BS, Business Administration
SEPHORA December 2014 - Present
BeautyMark Marketing October 2014 - December 2014
Jack Morton Worldwide September 2014 - October 2014
Good Project August 2010 - August 2014
Houston Zoo July 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, HTML, CSS, Flash, After Effects, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Mac, Word, PowerPoint, Typography, Layout, Illustration, Web Design, Spelling, Grammar, Photography, Posters
Education
University of Houston 2006 — 2010
BFA, Graphic Communications
Pratt Institute 2005 — 2006
Painting
Mohamed bin Zayed Species Conservation Fund 2011 - Present
Margot Marsh Biodiversity Foundation 1996 - Present
Self-employed January 2012 - December 2014
International Rhino Foundation January 2012 - December 2014
Elmwood Park Zoo January 2009 - November 2011
Houston Zoo January 2003 - December 2008
Conservation International 1997 - 2003
Skills
Writing, Wildlife Photography, Animal Training, Non-profits, Grants, Program Development
Education
State University of New York at Stony Brook 1982 — 1984
Master of Arts (M.A.), Psychology
Cornell University 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Science, Biology
NYC Doggies October 2013 - Present
Persona Films June 2011 - February 2013
Gluttony 2013 - 2013
Peninsula Humane Society & SPCA June 2006 - June 2009
Houston Zoo 2003 - 2006
The Theater at Monmouth 2001 - 2001
Skills
Pets, Dogs, Animal Behavior, Film Production, Training, Animal Husbandry, Animal Welfare, Conservation Issues
Education
College of the Atlantic 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Human Ecology
Houston Zoo September 2013 - Present
The University of Southern Mississippi August 2010 - Present
Walt Disney World August 2007 - Present
The University of Southern Mississippi August 2011 - May 2013
The University of Southern Mississippi August 2011 - May 2013
The University of Southern Mississippi January 2012 - December 2012
Six Flags Discovery Kingdom June 2011 - August 2011
The University of Southern Mississippi January 2010 - May 2010
Sea Life Park Hawai'i January 2007 - June 2007
dolphins plus August 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Theatre, Acting, Social Networking, Event Planning, Facebook, Animal Behavior, Bioacoustics, Animal Training, Public Speaking, Teaching, Lecturing, Research, Animal Husbandry, Marine Mammals, Comparative Psychology, PowerPoint, Drupal, Matlab, Raven, Dreamweaver, Psychology, Web Content, Microsoft Excel, Scuba Diving, Photography, Entertainment, Dance, Musical Theatre
Education
University of Southern Mississippi 2010 — 2015
Boston University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Santa Cruz Biotechnology May 2013 - Present
Blue Buffalo Co August 2012 - September 2013
Evening Star Dexter`s January 2007 - April 2013
Houston Zoo 2009 - 2010
Skills
Horses, Marketing Strategy, Agribusiness, Marketing, Veterinary Medicine, Sales, Pets, Agriculture, New Business Development, Farms, Entrepreneurship, Small Business, Business Strategy, Strategic Planning, Horticulture, Business Planning, Sales Management, Start-ups, Negotiation, Cattle, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Management, Customer Service, Research, Client Acquisition &..., Sales Leadership &..., Business & Revenue..., Public Speaking &..., SAP & FileMaker Pro, Process Improvement, Digital Marketing and..., Talent Development &..., MS Office
Education
Texas A&M University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Animal Science, 3.4
Grand Canyon University 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing Emphasis, 4.0
Blinn College 2005 — 2008
Associate of Science (A.S.), Animal/Livestock Husbandry and Production
American Airlines 2014 - Present
Three Eagles Communications January 2013 - January 2014
Starbucks Coffee Company March 2011 - July 2012
Copyworks February 2012 - June 2012
Iowa State University August 2011 - December 2011
Iowa State University January 2010 - January 2011
Blank Park Zoo July 2009 - January 2010
Houston Zoo May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Ecology, Research, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Photography, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Account Management, Advertising, Sales, Marketing Copy, Radio Advertising, Herpetology, PIT tagging, subcutaneous latex..., Species Identification, Dynamic Speaker, Social Media, Sales Presentations, Public Relations, Customer Service, Problem Analysis, Critical Thinking, Community Outreach, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Solutions, Innovator, Social Networking, Time Management, Facebook, Photoshop, InDesign
Education
University of Exeter 2011 — 2011
Study Abroad, Conservation Biology
Iowa State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Animal Ecology
North Cedar High School 2004 — 2007
Nautilus Environmental May 2012 - Present
Weston Solutions, Inc. March 2005 - May 2012
Varanus Biological March 2005 - 2010
Houston Zoo March 2000 - February 2005
Skills
Environmental Science, Ecology, Water Quality, Field Work, Marine Biology, Wetlands, Coastal, Environmental Consulting, Biology, Environmental Compliance, Endangered Species, Environmental Policy, Laboratory, Sampling, Wildlife, Water, Environmental Awareness
Education
Washington State University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Zoology/Animal Biology
Green River Community College 1995 — 1997
Associate of Arts (AA), Biology, General
Hempstead Veterinary Clinic April 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo September 2013 - December 2013
Hempstead Veterinary Clinic May 2013 - August 2013
Texas A&M University November 2012 - August 2013
Skills
Spanish-speaking, Animal Handling, Laboratory Skills, Biology, Microscopy
Education
Texas A&M University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Biomedical Sciences, General
Pearland ISD August 2014 - Present
Houston ISD August 2012 - July 2014
Houston Zoo June 2012 - August 2012
Miami-Dade County November 2008 - January 2009
City of Lufkin September 2007 - October 2008
Stephen F. Austin State University August 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Development, Curriculum Design, Tutoring, Classroom, Lesson Planning, Classroom Management, Research, Project Planning
Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake 2010 — 2011
Master of Science (M.S.), Curriculum and Instruction
Tarleton State University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Texas Organizing Project May 2015 - Present
KBM Group April 2015 - Present
Yelp September 2013 - Present
R.A.K.I. Group, Inc. February 2014 - April 2015
S & B Engineers and Constructors, Ltd. May 2012 - July 2012
Houston Zoo June 2006 - August 2008
Houston Museum of Natural Science July 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Time Management, Teamwork, Marketing, Facebook, Sales Operations, Strategy, Email Marketing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Grassroots Marketing, Brand Ambassadorship, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Microsoft Word
Education
Houston Baptist University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Klein Oak High School
Houston Zoo July 2014 - Present
Denver Zoo February 2014 - July 2014
Denver Zoo June 2013 - February 2014
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo April 2013 - June 2013
Cheyenne Mountain Zoo December 2012 - April 2013
The Broadmoor September 2011 - October 2012
Centre for Animal Rehabilitation and Education October 2010 - May 2012
Greenwood Wildlife Rehabilitation Center August 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Conservation Issues, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Primate Handling, Animal Food Preparation, Infant baboon surrogate..., Providing safe and..., Clinic Assistant, Maintaining health..., Monitoring and..., Syringe feeding..., Cleaning and..., Public Speaking, Management, Teamwork, Volunteer Management, Birds, Event Planning, Social Media, Research, Time Management, Facebook, Wildlife, Microsoft Excel, Fundraising, Nonprofits
Education
Pikes Peak Community College 2011 — 2014
Associate's Degree, Zookeeping Technology, 4.0 GPA
University of Colorado at Boulder 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Anthropology
Houston Zoo October 2014 - Present
MD Anderson Cancer Center February 2009 - October 2013
Skills
Public Health, Healthcare, Program Development, Clinical Research, Healthcare Information..., Program Evaluation, Healthcare Management, Grant Writing, Hospitals, Program Management, Grants, Nonprofits, Facebook, Editing, Priority Management, Presentations, Organizational..., Organizational...
Education
Texas A&M University
Harvard University July 2015 - Present
Texas A&M University August 2014 - July 2015
Texas A&M University May 2013 - July 2015
Texas A&M University October 2010 - May 2013
Houston Zoo May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Ecology, Molecular Biology, Microscopy, PCR, DNA extraction, Microbiology, Genetics, DNA, Molecular Genetics, Virology, Tissue Culture, RNA isolation, Western Blotting, Genomics, DNA Extraction
Education
Harvard University 2015 — 2020
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Virology
Texas A&M University 2013 — 2015
Master of Science (M.S.), Plant Pathology
Texas A&M University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Bioenvironmental Sciences (BESC), Magna Cum Laude, Honors Fellows
Apocell February 2013 - Present
starbucks 2006 - December 2012
Houston Zoo May 2008 - August 2008
POOLCORP April 2001 - August 2006
Skills
•Microdissection •..., •Staff training and..., Public Speaking, Training, Microsoft Word, Management, Analysis, Teamwork, Biology, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Laboratory, Team Building, Team Leadership, Science, Data Analysis
Education
Texas A&M University 2008 — 2012
BA, Biology
San Jacinto College 2006 — 2008
Los Angeles Zoo 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo November 2007 - November 2014
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1984 — 1990
BS, Microbiology
Sheer Technology, LLC July 2010 - Present
Houston Zoo June 2008 - April 2009
Mary Crowley Cancer Research Centers July 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Marketing, Event Planning, Project Management, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Event Management, Program Management, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Social Media
Education
The Yoga Institute - Houston Texas 2008 — 2008
Southern Methodist University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree, Corporate Communications & Public Affairs
Save Lucy the Bat Foundation January 2015 - Present
Northern Virginia Community College January 2015 - Present
Houston Zoo September 2013 - September 2014
Kid Zone of League City January 2014 - May 2014
Armand Bayou Nature Center September 2013 - May 2014
Bat Conservation International September 2013 - May 2014
Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) June 2013 - August 2013
Bucknell University January 2012 - May 2013
Bucknell University September 2009 - May 2013
Weis Center for the Performing Arts September 2009 - May 2013
Skills
Research, Environmental Awareness, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Latin, Event Planning, Stage Management, English, Facebook, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Tutoring, GIS, Presentations, NEPA, Excel, ArcGIS, Fungal Pathogens, Amphibians, Microsoft Publisher, Visio, Drawing, Mapping, Access, Internal Communications, Teaching, Biodiversity, Social Media, Science, Community Outreach, Higher Education, WILD-ONe, Academic Tutoring, Peer Tutoring, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofits, Fundraising
Education
Northern Virginia Community College 2014 — 2015
Non-Degree, Science
San Jacinto Community College 2014 — 2014
Non-Degree, Science
Bucknell University 2009 — 2013
B.S., Environmental Studies
Clear Lake High School 2005 — 2009
Houston Zoo January 2013 - Present
The Houston Zoo December 2008 - December 2012
Origin Magazine May 2011 - May 2011
Urban Harvest January 2003 - November 2008
Public Utility Commission of Texas January 2000 - January 2002
City of Austin January 1999 - January 2000
U.S. Department of State, New Delhi, India June 1998 - August 1998
Bat Conservation International September 1997 - December 1997
Rice University Recycling December 1992 - May 1994
Skills
videography, Website Administration, Educational Outreach, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Writing, Website Development, Web Design, Blogging, blog administration, Wordpress, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Video Editing, Educational Video, Urban Agriculture, Web Video, Facebook Fan Page..., Facebook Marketing, Google Adwords, Editing, Nonprofits, InDesign, Press Releases, Photography, Google Analytics, Community Outreach, Illustrator, Videography, WordPress
Education
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 1998 — 2000
Master of Public Affairs, nonprofit management
Rice University 1991 — 1995
BA, Biology
Reagan High School
Oklahoma State University Institute of Technology 2012 - Present
InterWorks Inc. 2009 - 2011
OSU-Stilwater 2004 - 2010
Houston Zoo 2003 - 2004
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Illustration, InDesign, Logo Design, Graphics, CSS, Web Design, Photography, Video Editing, OS X, Web Development, HTML
Education
Oklahoma State University 1998 — 2003
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
Houston Zoo July 2014 - Present
Acumen Design March 2014 - May 2014
Limb Design December 2013 - March 2014
Go Think! November 2013 - December 2013
Spindletop Design LLC October 2013 - December 2013
Axiom October 2013 - October 2013
UC CreationStation January 2011 - September 2013
Aaron Brothers January 2010 - February 2011
Sign-Ups and Banners Corporation May 2008 - October 2009
Micheals Arts & Crafts October 2007 - April 2008
Skills
InDesign, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Illustration, Web Design, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Typography, Photography, Logo Design, Animation, Posters, User Experience, User Interface Design, Layout, Book Design, Mobile Internet, HTML 5, HTML5, Color Theory, Video Editing, Visual Communication, Branding & Identity, Type Design, Woodworking, Packaging, Mac OS, Screen Printing, CSS, Vector Illustration, WordPress, CSS3, iOS, PHP, Concept Development, Information Graphics, Brand Development, Corporate Events
Education
University of Houston 2007 — 2013
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Graphic Communications
San Jacinto College 2004 — 2007
Associates, Associates of Arts & Sciences
Houston Zoo October 2011 - Present
Sellers Brothers September 2009 - October 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Cash Handling, Organization Skills, Customer Service, Data Entry, Employee Training, Microsoft Office, Problem Solving, Computer Proficiency
Education
Houston Community College 2006 — 2007
Heartwood Chapter Texas Master Naturalist March 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo 2010 - Present
Friends of Texas Wildlife March 2013 - February 2014
Bioko Biodiversity Protection Program 2004 - 2010
CERCOPAN 2001 - 2009
Pandrillus 2001 - 2004
American Women of Surrey 1995 - 1998
Precept Ministries 1987 - 1998
Kingwood Community Church 1991 - 1995
Bible Fellowship Church, Ventura, CA 1983 - 1986
Skills
Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Editing, Research, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Fundraising, Leadership, Teaching, Event Management, Management, Nonprofits, Staff Development, Healthcare, Training
Education
Liberty University 2001 — 2009
Advanced Certificate, Biblical Counseling
Alvin Community College 1975 — 1976
Associate, Law Enforcement and Police Administration
Nederland High School
The Dallas Arboretum & Botanic Garden September 2015 - Present
Houston Zoo June 2015 - August 2015
Camp Allen March 2015 - May 2015
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston September 2007 - February 2015
Texas Renaissance Festival August 2008 - November 2014
DeBusk Enrichment Center for Academically Talented Scholars (DECATS) May 2011 - June 2014
Sutherland Mortgage Services, Inc. January 2012 - May 2012
YMCA of the Rockies March 2007 - August 2007
Catholic Youth Organizations September 2006 - March 2007
YMCA Camp Bernie August 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Environmental Education, Public Speaking, Teaching, Education, Ecology, Staff Development, Conservation Issues, Community Outreach, Outdoor Education, Event Planning, Microsoft Office
Education
James Madison University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Parks, Recreation and Leisure Facilities Management
Westminster Choir College of Rider University 1998 — 1999
Voice Performance
Houstonians for Bernie Sanders May 2015 - Present
Paws For A Moment & You Lucky Dog June 2013 - May 2015
St. John's College, Santa Fe January 2013 - May 2013
St. John's College, Santa Fe August 2012 - May 2013
Thai Cafe August 2010 - December 2012
VESC of Santa Fe May 2011 - July 2012
St. John's College, Santa Fe January 2011 - May 2011
Houston Zoo May 2010 - August 2010
Houston Zoo May 2004 - August 2008
Houston Zoo May 2004 - August 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Sales, Public Speaking, Social Media, Leadership, Project Management, Teaching, Training, Event Planning, Teamwork, Team Leadership
Education
St. John's College (NM) 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Haynes and Boone, LLP May 2015 - Present
Emily Clarke Events June 2014 - August 2014
Houston Zoo May 2013 - August 2013
Laity Lodge Youth Camp May 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, Organization, Corporate Communications, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Project Management, Project Planning, Social Networking, Public Relations
Education
Baylor University 2011 — 2015
BA, Communications, Corporate Communications
Memorial High School 2007 — 2011
Houston Museum of Natural Science August 2014 - Present
Tapir Specialist Group January 2003 - Present
International Rhino Foundation November 2010 - Present
Houston Museum of Natural Science March 2012 - August 2014
Houston Zoo July 2009 - February 2012
Houston Zoo January 2007 - July 2009
Houston Zoo April 1996 - April 2003
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Social Media, Facebook, Wordpress, Adobe Creative Suite, Online Advertising, Editing, Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Content Strategy, Web Marketing, Interactive Marketing, WordPress, Online Marketing
Education
Texas A&M University 1991 — 1995
Wildlife and Fisheries Science, Wildlife Ecology
Houston Zoo August 2008 - Present
Houston Texans August 2006 - Present
Lone Star Sports and Entertainment August 2004 - August 2008
Camden Riversharks May 2001 - August 2004
Tucson Sidewinders January 1996 - January 2000
New Haven Ravens February 1994 - January 1996
new haven ravens 1994 - 1996
Stockton Ports 1991 - 1993
Houston Astros 1990 - 1991
Skills
Event Planning, Sports Marketing, Marketing, Event Management, Sports Management, Social Media Marketing, Ticket Sales
Education
Sam Houston State University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Radio and Television
Project Dragonfly 2013 - Present
Independent Research November 2014 - Present
Conservators Center June 2015 - July 2015
Forever Safe Farm December 2014 - January 2015
Animal Care Clinic June 2014 - August 2014
Imago May 2014 - August 2014
Miami University May 2014 - July 2014
Aura Engineering, LLC June 2013 - July 2013
Houston Zoo May 2013 - July 2013
Miami University February 2013 - May 2013
Skills
Conservation Issues, Research, Environmental Science, Field Work, Animal Work, Animal Husbandry, Teamwork, Editing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Animal Science, Microsoft Excel, Ecological Restoration, Non-profit Volunteer, Data Entry, Google Analytics, Google Docs, Energy Policy, Chemistry, Biology, Takes Direction Well, Zoology
Education
Miami University 2012 — 2016
Zoology/Animal Biology, Junior
The Blank Park Zoo 2001 - Present
Houston Zoo 1998 - 2001
Education
Iowa State University 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Fisheries Wildlife Biology
The University of Chicago 1991 — 1993
Biology, General
Eataly NY LLC October 2013 - Present
Eataly Distribuzione May 2010 - September 2013
Alastair Sawday Publishing March 2009 - September 2013
Antica Corte Pallavicina February 2009 - May 2010
Slow Food/Università di Scienze Gastronomiche January 2008 - November 2008
Bordeaux Quay October 2007 - October 2007
Spannocchia Foundation September 2007 - September 2007
Houston Zoo June 2004 - October 2006
Houston Public Schools, Culinary Classroom and Gourmet Garden After-school program 2005 - 2006
Skills
Italian cuisine, Travel Writing, Non-fiction Writer, Food, Teaching, Writing, Italian, Food Writing, Blogging, Foreign Languages, Wine, Spanish, Cheese, Cured meat, Chocolate, Public Speaking, Editing, English Grammar, Ballet, Export-Import, Logistics Management
Education
Università di Scienze Gastronomiche 2006 — 2007
Master's degree, Food Culture and Communications
Tulane University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish; Latin American Studies
Universidad Complutense de Madrid 2001 — 2002
Tennessee Foreign Language Institute 2003 — 2003
Certification, Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
The National Association for Interpretation 2005 — 2005
Certified Interpretive Guide Accreditation
St. John the Divine Episcopal Church May 2015 - Present
St. John the Divine Episcopal Church November 2014 - Present
Temple Sinai 2008 - September 2014
Elements Therapeutic Massage 2010 - August 2011
Denver Zoo January 2005 - December 2010
St. John's Episcopal Church 2006 - 2007
Point Defiance Zoo and Aquarium April 2004 - December 2004
Houston Zoo January 2000 - May 2004
Skills
choral conducting, Vocal Instruction, animal handling,..., Public Speaking, Teaching, Therapeutic Massage, Customer Service, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Stress, Healthcare, Community Outreach, play flute and piano, loves to grow vegetables
Education
University of Northern Colorado 2012 — 2014
Masters of Music, Choral Conducting, 3.94
Heritage College-Denver 2009 — 2010
AOS, Massage Therapy/Therapeutic Massage
Houston Community College 2000 — 2001
Certificate of Veterinary Paramedic, Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, A
Houston Baptist University
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
University of Cincinnati
none, Music Performance, General
Fugro McClelland GeoSciences Inc. May 2015 - Present
Fugro McClelland Geosciences Inc. July 2013 - Present
S.E.A.N. Photography September 2011 - Present
Steinhauser's Feed June 2011 - June 2013
Houston Zoo January 2013 - May 2013
Rover Oaks Pet Resort May 2009 - June 2011
Lamar Consolidated Independent School District August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Social Networking, Teaching, Photography, Project Management, Photoshop, Research, HTML, Nautical Systems..., Sigma-1 UU systems, Sales, Animal Nutrition, Public Speaking, Blogging, Leadership, Web Design, Event Planning, Team Leadership, Training, Outlook, Advertising, Data Entry, Coaching, Facebook, Social Media Marketing
Education
Sam Houston State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Animal Science - Wildlife Ecology
Wharton County Junior College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
University of Houston August 2014 - Present
Houston SPCA March 2014 - Present
Mary Kay Inc. 2011 - Present
Houston Zoo June 2011 - September 2011
Houston Zoo March 2011 - June 2011
Skills
Fragrance, Gift Baskets, Makeovers, Skin Care, Glamour, Gifts, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Sales, Social Networking, Marketing, PowerPoint, Training
Education
University of Houston 2014 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Spanish Language and Literature
University of St. Thomas (TX) 2014 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Pre-Veterinary Studies
Houston Community College 2011 — 2013
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Houston Zoo January 2014 - Present
The Butterfly Pavilion January 2013 - Present
JJGames.com October 2011 - April 2013
Denver Zoo April 2012 - January 2013
The Wild Animal Sanctuary September 2009 - December 2010
Cbeyond February 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Zoology, Invertebrate Zoology, Research, Scientific Writing, Conservation, Science, Environmental Awareness, Conservation Issues, Environmental Education, Nonprofits, Ecology, Wildlife, Field Work, Animal Behavior, Sustainability, Marine Biology
Education
Colorado State University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Zoology/Animal Biology
University of Arizona 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication, General
Cherry Creek High School
Three Wishes Travel Animal Resources SupervisorMD Anderson Cancer CenterApril 2011 - December 2012
MD Anderson Cancer Center September 2009 - March 2011
Houston Zoo November 2006 - September 2009
Skills
Leisure Travel, Tourism, Travel Management, Cruises, Business Travel, Vacation, Leisure, Tour Operators, Sabre, Honeymoons, Online Travel, Travel Planning, Adventure Travel, Hotels, Amadeus, Galileo, Car Rental, Incentive Travel, Ticketing, Hotel Booking, Hospitality
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Animal Sciences
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston July 2015 - Present
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston April 2013 - Present
Museum of Fine Arts, Houston October 2011 - April 2013
Houston Zoo October 2010 - October 2011
Simon Property Group January 2009 - October 2010
Hines 2008 - 2008
Skills
Pinterest, Instagram, Editing, Facebook, Google+, Advertising, Corporate Communications, Email Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, SEM, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Twitter, Web Content, YouTube
Education
Texas A&M University 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston August 2012 - Present
Paint-A-View April 2012 - July 2012
Private Tutor January 2012 - July 2012
Gold Buying Girl July 2011 - January 2012
Private Home School August 2011 - October 2011
Houston Zoo June 2011 - August 2011
Pasadena ISD August 2010 - June 2011
Professional Educational Services Group August 2009 - June 2010
Attwood Elementary August 2009 - April 2010
Attwood Elementary September 2009 - March 2010
Skills
Curriculum Design, Tutoring, Classroom, Lesson Planning, Teaching, ESL, Teaching English as a..., Spanish, Elementary Education, Literacy, Educational Technology, Classroom Management, Instructional Technology
Education
Michigan State University 2011 — 2012
Masters, Masters of Arts in Teaching and Curriculum, with a Specialization in Literacy, 4.0
Michigan State University 2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Elementary Education and Spanish, 4.0
CVS Pharmacy August 2014 - Present
Walt Disney World December 2013 - July 2014
Walt Disney World July 2013 - December 2013
Doggie Depot, Inc October 2010 - May 2013
Houston Zoo February 2012 - April 2012
Cosley Zoo November 2010 - January 2012
THE GOOD ZOO OF OGLEBAY May 2010 - July 2010
Rutgers University May 2009 - December 2009
PetSmart May 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Animal Work, Animal Behavior, Animal Husbandry, Science, Research, Ecology, Scientific Writing, Environmental Education, Environmental Science, Horses, Dogs, Dog Training, Animal Nutrition, Time Management, Biology, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking
Education
Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing 2014 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2005 — 2010
BS, Animal Science-Animal Industries- Livestock Production and Management
Saint Elizabeth School of Nursing
Musiqa July 2014 - Present
Dominic Walsh Dance Theater July 2014 - 2015
Dominic Walsh Dance Theater October 2012 - July 2014
Texas Children's Hospital December 2010 - October 2012
Houston Zoo May 2008 - December 2010
Skills
Fundraising, Program Development, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach
Education
University of Houston Law Center 2007 — 2008
J.D.
Louisiana State University 2004 — 2007
B.A., Political Science - International Relations
Brookwoods Group February 2011 - Present
NASM - active May 2007 - Present
NASM 2007 - Present
KBR, Inc. June 2007 - March 2011
Executeam Staffing June 2006 - March 2007
Kaos Worldwide International September 2002 - June 2006
Houston Zoo July 2001 - September 2002
MSU 1999 - 2001
Talent Treet Staffing 1995 - 1999
Houston Cellular (currently AT&T) September 1991 - October 1995
Skills
Marketing Research, Marketing Strategy, B2B Marketing, Technical Recruiting, Marketing, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Business Networking, Sourcing, Contract Recruitment, Marketing Management, Resume Writing, Screening Resumes, Market Research, CRM, Leadership, Social Networking, Business Development, New Business Development, Strategy, Sales, Employee Training, Internet Recruiting, Human Resources, Management, Employee Relations, Coaching, Interviews, Social Media, Training, Marketing Communications, Hiring, Talent Management, Onboarding, Budgets, Executive Search, Online Marketing, Applicant Tracking..., College Recruiting, Staffing Services, Executive Management, Temporary Staffing, Temporary Placement, Cold Calling, Career Counseling, Personnel Management, Sales Management, Digital Marketing, Brand Management
Education
Prairie View A&M University
BBA and MBA, Advanced Marketing
Texas A&M University
Advanced Marketing for MBA program
Louisiana State University Herbarium May 2015 - Present
Louisiana State University January 2015 - Present
Louisiana State University Herbarium April 2011 - May 2015
While You're Away June 2008 - August 2010
Houston Zoo May 2009 - August 2009
F.M. 1960 Animal Hospital October 2003 - June 2008
Kuykendahl Veterinary Clinic September 2002 - September 2003
Skills
Higher Education, Laboratory, DNA Extraction, Animal Care, Biology, Databases, PCR, Data Analysis, Science, Gel Electrophoresis, Digitization, Georeferencing, Veterinary Medicine, Laboratory Techniques, Consortium, Veterinary, Animal Behavior, Zoo, Primates, Pet Sitting, Animal Welfare, DNA electrophoresis, Agarose Gel..., Time Management
Education
Louisiana State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biological Sciences
Ford & Company April 2008 - Present
Houston Zoo September 2005 - May 2008
Greater Houston Convention/Visitors Bureau 2003 - 2005
Houston Museum of Natural Science 1997 - 2002
Debra Ford Communications 1993 - 1995
Six Flags 1984 - 1993
Six Flags Theme Parks 1984 - 1993
Consumer Credit Associates 1981 - 1982
Skills
Brand Development, Strategic Planning, Special Events, Messaging, Audience Segmentation, Promotions, Media Relations, Creative Development, Creative Direction, Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Business Development, Social Media, Brand Architecture, Marketing, Email Marketing, SEO, Advertising, Leadership, Budgets, Online Marketing, Sponsorship, B2B, Digital Marketing, Website Development, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Trade Shows, Start-ups, Broadcast, Management, Social Networking, Media Planning, Fundraising, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Online Advertising, Media Buying, Marketing Management, Corporate Communications, SEM, Digital Media, Mobile Marketing, Digital Strategy, Copywriting, Lead Generation, Corporate Branding
Education
LSU 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism/Advertising
Langley High School 1977 — 1981
City of Houston PresidentInformal Science Education Association of Texas2007 - 2011
Houston Zoo March 1999 - July 2002
Education
Sam Houston State University 1982 — 1986
BA, Journalism/Photography
San Jacinto College 1978 — 1982
AA, Journalism
University of Iowa Utilities and Energy Management November 2013 - Present
Iowa Learning Farms - Water Rocks March 2013 - November 2013
University of Iowa Office of Sustainability May 2013 - October 2013
U.S. Courts September 2011 - March 2013
Plains Justice May 2009 - August 2009
City of Houston August 2007 - December 2007
Claghorn-Lesem Research Clinic April 2006 - August 2007
Houston Zoo October 2005 - April 2006
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Westlaw, Courts, Research, Legal Issues
Education
University of Iowa College of Law 2008 — 2011
J.D., Graduated with Distinction
University of Iowa 2001 — 2005
B.S., Psychology, Biology
Iowa Lakeside Laboratory 2004 — 2004
Field Ecology
Swansea University 2003 — 2003
Political Science, English
Newport Aquarium January 2004 - Present
Prospect Park Zoo - WCS January 2000 - January 2004
Houston Zoo 1989 - 2000
Skills
Wildlife, Conservation Issues, Exhibit Design, Animal Husbandry, Environmental Education
Education
Kansas State University 1980 — 1985
BS, Life Sciences - Biology
Hunt with Heart September 2015 - Present
Houston Zoo April 2010 - September 2015
Texas Tech University June 2014 - August 2014
SeaWorld San Antonio November 2003 - April 2010
Skills
Curriculum Development, Training, Leadership, Staff Development, Employee Training, Social Media, Curriculum Design, Program Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Management, Public Speaking, Teaching, Budgets, Time Management, Fundraising, Marketing, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Community Outreach
Education
University of Houston 2011 — 2013
Doctor of Education (Ed.D.), Professional Leadership
Concordia University Texas 2003 — 2008
Master's of Education, Curriculum & Instruction
Texas A&M University at Galveston 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's of Science, Marine Biology
The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center April 2008 - Present
Houston Community College 2006 - 2007
Houston Zoo 2001 - 2006
The University of Texas M. D. Anderson Cancer Center 1986 - 1996
Education
Pace University 1979 — 1982
BBA, Marketing
Pace University
The Nature Conservancy 2010 - Present
Houston Zoo 2004 - 2009
Council for Environmental Education 2002 - 2003
Skills
Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Editing, Program Evaluation, Teaching, Informal Education, Staff Development, Program Management, Fundraising, Environmental Education, Marketing Communications
Education
University of Denver
Colorado State University
Houston Zoo July 2013 - Present
Legend Homes/Princeton Classic Homes June 2011 - February 2013
Newmark Homes Houston LLC January 2004 - June 2011
United Van Lines February 2002 - January 2004
Skills
Construction, Budgeting, Pricing, Business Planning, Budgets, Sales, Training, Project Planning
Education
Stephen F. Austin State University 1991 — 1995
BS, Marketing
Aldine ISD September 2015 - Present
Houston Zoo August 2014 - September 2015
Houston Zoo September 2011 - August 2014
The Health Museum July 2009 - August 2011
Audubon Nature Institute November 2002 - June 2009
LSU Health Sciences Center October 1999 - November 2002
LSU Health Sciences Center July 1993 - October 1999
LSU Health Sciences Center October 1990 - July 1993
Skills
Strategic Planning, Project Management, Fundraising, Non-profits, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Program Development, Grants, Event Management, Editing, Social Media, Nonprofits, Philanthropy, Press Releases, Budgets
Education
Loyola University New Orleans 1985 — 1989
BA, Communications
Archbishop Blenk High School
Houston Zoo 2005 - Present
Bank of America 1974 - 2004
Skills
Strategic Planning, Leadership, Public Speaking, Management, Nonprofits, Budgets, Event Management, Event Planning, Strategy, Leadership Development
Education
Georgetown University
Business
Southern Methodist University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Banking, Corporate, Finance, and Securities Law
Rice University 2009 - Present
Houston Zoo January 2005 - January 2007
Education
Sam Houston State University 1979 — 1983
BFA, Graphic Design
Houston Zoo December 2014 - Present
Houston Zoo April 2010 - November 2014
MD Anderson Cancer Center December 2006 - April 2010
Walt Disney World August 2002 - December 2006
Riverside Zoo December 1994 - January 2002
Primate Foundation of Arizona June 1991 - December 1994
Education
Moorpark College 1989 — 1991
AS, Exotic Animal Training & Mgmt
Zen Pets by Cydney March 2015 - Present
Total Pet Care of Racine September 2014 - Present
Self Employed August 2014 - Present
For Pet's Sake Veterinary Clinic April 2014 - August 2014
Wild Canine LLC January 2013 - July 2014
Pier 1 Imports August 2013 - January 2014
Racine Zoo August 2005 - November 2011
Houston Zoo January 2003 - August 2005
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Customer Service, Team Building, Research, Teaching, Animal Behavior, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Fundraising
Education
Monarch Healing Arts 2014 — 2014
Certification, Reiki
TAGteach International 2013 — 2013
Primary Certificate, TAGteach communication
Karen Pryor Academy 2012 — 2012
Certificate, Professional Dog Training
St. Olaf College 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts in Biology and Studio Art, Studio art, biology, ecology
Absolute Automotive Tire and Battery August 2015 - Present
NCZOO July 1999 - Present
Houston Zoo November 1997 - May 1999
Skills
Wildlife, Public Speaking, Animal Behavior, Animal Husbandry, Animal Training, Animal Welfare, Animal Work, Birds, Conservation Issues, Science, Environmental Education, Zoology, Report Writing, Sustainability, Zoo, Animal Nutrition, Conservation Biology
Education
Santa Fe Community College 1996 — 1997
AS, zoology
Old Dominion University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (BS), Counseling Psychology
Minnesota Zoo August 2013 - Present
University of Minnesota September 2011 - July 2013
River Bend Nature Center July 2009 - August 2010
University of Minnesota May 2008 - July 2009
Houston Zoo April 2001 - April 2008
Great Plains Zoo and Delbridge Museum December 1997 - April 2001
Skills
Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Environmental Education, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Non-profits, Teaching, Public Speaking, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Event Planning, Editing, Research, Grants, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Museum Education, Nonprofits, Leadership, Training, Program Management
Education
Iowa State University 1995 — 1997
BS, Zoology
University of Iowa 1990 — 1994
BA, Education
Michigan Technological University August 2014 - Present
Falémé Chimpanzee Conservation project May 2010 - Present
Iowa State University August 2009 - May 2014
Fongoli Savanna Chimpanzee Project August 2008 - July 2009
Houston Zoo February 2003 - July 2008
Chimpanzee Conservation Center July 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Research, Ecology, Conservation Issues, Science, Grant Writing, Teaching, Nonprofits, Field Work, Environmental Education, Fundraising, Scientific Writing, Environmental Science
Education
Iowa State University 2011 — 2016
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Ecology and Evolutionary Biology; Anthropology
Iowa State University 2009 — 2011
MA, Anthropology
Franklin & Marshall College 1998 — 2002
BA, Animal Behavior
School for Field Studies 2001 — 2001
School for Field Studies
Emory Adventist Hospital July 2009 - Present
Consultant for J Kristi Lovelace, Attorney at Law, Child Welfare Law Specialist June 2013 - Present
The Yum Yum Tree January 2000 - Present
Nurses Rx- An AMN Company July 2008 - May 2009
Emory University Hospital June 2006 - July 2008
Center for Puppetry Arts May 2000 - January 2006
Margaret Mitchell House 1999 - 2000
Houston Zoo August 1996 - July 1998
Yerkes Regional Primate Institute June 1997 - August 1997
Diverseworks Artspace August 1993 - May 1996
Skills
Nursing, Hospitals, Healthcare, BLS, Critical Care, Acute Care, Microsoft Office, Travel Nursing, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Public Health, Teaching, Managed Care, Cardiology, ACLS, Patient Safety, Research, Inpatient
Education
Emory University 2004 — 2006
RN BSN, Nursing
University of Houston 1993 — 1998
Bachelor's degree, Physical and Biological Anthropology
The University of Texas at Austin 1995 — 1995
Primatology
Jersey Village
Accenture July 2014 - Present
Washington University in St. Louis May 2012 - October 2013
Houston Zoo May 2011 - May 2012
Saint Louis Zoo October 2009 - April 2010
Saint Louis University August 2004 - May 2008
Saint Louis Zoo May 2007 - August 2007
Saint Louis University April 2007 - June 2007
Skills
Fish, Conservation Issues, Volunteer Management, Animal Husbandry, Animal Behavior, Ecology, Wildlife Conservation, Science, Biology, Research, Animal Work
Education
Saint Louis University 2004 — 2008
Bachelors, Biology/Conservation Biology/Ecology
Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center June 2010 - April 2014
Fort Bend Independent School District September 2008 - June 2010
Fort Bend Public Libraries October 2006 - October 2008
Houston Zoo February 2006 - October 2006
Katy YMCA January 2004 - November 2004
Tealridge Retirement Community July 1998 - December 2001
Skills
Conflict Resolution, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Library, Data Entry, Outlook, Public Speaking, Leadership, PowerPoint
Education
Oklahoma Christian University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor’s Degree, Liberal Studies with emphasis in Behavioral Sciences, Bible, Communication
Houston Zoo May 2013 - Present
Salient Partners August 2008 - March 2013
Surgeons Management April 2007 - November 2008
Skills
Human Resources, Onboarding, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Employee Benefits, Applicant Tracking..., College Recruiting
Education
Cardinal Stritch University
Business Administration and Management, General
Mount Mary College
TEAM Enterprises February 2015 - Present
University of Houston-Downtown College of Business January 2014 - Present
Museum District Ambulatory Surgery Center May 2014 - October 2014
International EyeCare Laser Center October 2011 - January 2013
Shell Oil Company March 2010 - July 2011
Mann Eye Institute and Laser Center February 2009 - January 2010
Optometry at National Vision, Inc. June 2006 - December 2007
Houston Zoo January 2003 - January 2005
Cabot Oil & Gas Corporation May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Sales, Outlook, Public Speaking, Human Resources, English, Photoshop, SAP, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Healthcare, Leadership, Research, NextGen, ARIS, Banner, OneHealthIT SAP, Marketing, Event Planning, Healthcare Management, Team Leadership, Youth Mentoring, Records Management, Surgical Assisting, Travel Planning, Training, Team Building, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Surgery, Social Media, Hospitals, Social Networking
Education
University of Houston 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Houston Community College 2008 — 2013
Associate of Arts (AA), Marketing
St. Agnes Academy 2013 - Present
St. Agnes Academy 2011 - Present
Veritas Christian Academy of Houston August 2011 - June 2013
Houston Zoo May 2011 - August 2011
John Carroll University September 2010 - May 2011
Shaker Heights High School August 2010 - May 2011
Safari Camp May 2008 - March 2011
Skills
Level 2 Certified..., Creative Writing, Lesson Planning, Teaching, Editing, Tutoring, Teachers, PowerPoint
Education
John Carroll University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, English, 3.78
Universita Pontificia Urbaniana- Vatican City 2008 — 2008
Study Abroad Semester
Houston Zoo May 2012 - Present
The (Animal) Sanctuary May 2010 - July 2010
Fish (Freshman) Camp September 2008 - October 2009
Moody Gardens Aquarium June 2007 - August 2007
Education
Texas A&M University 2005 — 2009
Wildlife and Fisheries Science, Animal Behavior and Management, Psychology
Millhopper Veterinary Medical Canter December 2003 - Present
Memorial-610 Hospital for Animlas June 1998 - July 2003
Houston Zoo December 1982 - May 1998
Skills
Animal Welfare, Inventory Management, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Animal Nutrition, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Veterinary, Veterinary Medicine, Dogs, Pets, Healthcare, Food, Process Scheduler, Animal Husbandry, Animal Work, Customer Satisfaction, Animal Behavior
Education
Houston Community College 1979 — 1981
Animal Health Technician
Sam Houston State University 1978 — 1979
BS, Animal Sciences
Saint Louis Zoo January 2015 - Present
Oakland Zoo November 2005 - February 2011
Houston Zoo January 2002 - November 2005
University of Minnesota June 1999 - January 2001
Skills
Non-profits, Wildlife Rehabilitation, Scuba Diving, Animal Nutrition, Wildlife Biology, Grant Writing, Exotic Animals, Zoology, Enrichment, Operant Conditioning, Training, Teaching, Managing Volunteers, Safety, Canine Scent Training, Zookeeping, Management, Animal Behavior, Animal Husbandry, Conservation Issues, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Animal Welfare, Animal Training, Volunteer Management, Dog Training, Wildlife Conservation, Nonprofits
Education
George Mason University 2011 — 2013
Masters
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 1998
BS
Kick Ass Inc. January 1990 - Present
None of your Business, It's my fucking money Inc. October 1977 - Present
Houston Zoo May 2009 - May 2010
Houston Zoo August 2008 - August 2009
Houston Contemporary Arts Museum May 1998 - July 1998
Skills
Musician, Songwriting, Recording, Singing, Guitarist, Band, Music, Guitar, Studio Recording, Music Publishing, Music Industry, A&R, Musicians, Composition, Songs, Film
Education
American School of Luthery 2010 — 2010
Passed the Course, Luthery, The art of building guirtars
Arlen Studio 2002 — 2003
Trade School, Sound Engineering and Film
Occidental College 1996 — 2000
BA, Major English Minor Film
Memorial Hermann Foundation March 2011 - Present
Houston Zoo October 2007 - January 2011
Reasoning Mind June 2006 - October 2007
Lone Star Community College March 2001 - June 2006
Skills
CFRE, AFP Board member, Alumni Relations, Prospect Research, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Stewardship, Planned Giving, Annual Giving, Program Development, Activism, Capital Campaigns, Grant Writing, Editing, Membership Development, Non-profit...
Education
Marquette University 1969 — 1973
BA, English
Sacred Heart of Mary High School 1965 — 1969
Pariveda Solutions January 2014 - Present
Pariveda Solutions August 2011 - January 2014
Houston Zoo August 2009 - August 2011
Tootsies May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Project Management, Program Management, Event Planning, Customer Service, Event Management, Public Relations, Marketing, Management, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Team Leadership, Training, Microsoft Excel, Business Process..., PowerPoint, Business Development, Non-profits, Human Resources, Budgets, Nonprofits, Analysis
Education
Texas A&M University 2005 — 2009
B.S., Political Science & History
Houston Zoo June 2014 - Present
Skills
Training, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Program Development, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Event Management, Editing, Public Relations, Teaching, Staff Development, Social Media, Research, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Budgets
Education
Texas A&M University
BS, Horticulture
Houston Zoo October 2012 - Present
Houston Zoo August 2006 - October 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Research, Supervisory Skills, Public Speaking, Training, Fundraising, Team Building, Event Management, Community Outreach, Budgets, Data Analysis, Inventory Management
Education
University of Houston-Downtown 2011 — 2014
Biology/Biological Sciences, General
University of Houston-Downtown 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
Houston Community College 2003 — 2004
Associate of Science (AS), Physical Sciences
Self Employed January 2015 - Present
Jesse H. Jones Park & Nature Center August 2012 - August 2013
Houston Zoo June 2010 - August 2012
Mercer Arboretum January 1994 - May 2010
Skills
Horticulture, Environmental Education, Ecology, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Conservation Issues, Teaching
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 2009 — 2011
Entomology, Entomology, Masters
Texas A&M University 1989 — 1993
Horticulture, Ornamental Horticulture, Bachelors
Houston Zoo November 2014 - Present
CLEAResult February 2014 - May 2014
Franklin Energy Services July 2013 - January 2014
The Shaw Group April 2011 - November 2012
Home Energy Plus 2010 - 2011
Beloit College 2006 - 2010
US Forest Service 2008 - 2008
Skills
Energy Efficiency, Environmental Science, Botany, Sustainable Development, Public Relations, Ecological Restoration, Animal Behavior, Renewable Energy, Customer Engagement, Sustainable Tourism, Wildlife Photography, Marketing Communications, Editing, Garden Design, Community Outreach, Data Analysis, Invasive Species, Wildlife Management, Energy Conservation, Marketing, QAQC, Office Administration, Database Administration
Education
Beloit College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Environmental Studies
James Cook University 2009 — 2009
Study abroad, Tropical and Marine Ecology
Dallas Area Habitat for Humanity August 2004 - December 2006
City of Dallas September 1967 - October 2000
Houston Zoo December 1966 - September 1967
Central Texas Zoo June 1966 - December 1966
Rimrock City Zoo January 1965 - May 1966
Petland 1962 - 1965
Education
Mountain View College 1983 — 2000
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Physical Sciences, AAS
Texas Tech University 1965 — 1966
Physical Sciences, freshman
Butterfly Photography March 2012 - Present
Houston Zoo May 2007 - August 2009
Education
Sam Houston State University 2011 — 2015
Montgomery High School 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Small Business Administration/Management
Houston Zoo August 2014 - Present
Santa Fe College January 2006 - August 2014
Walt Disney World April 2002 - January 2006
Skills
Teaching, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Editing, Research, Event Planning, Animal Husbandry
Education
Santa Fe College 1997 — 1999
Associate of Science (A.S.), Zoo Animal Technlogy
Contact Interventions 2004 - 2011
Renz Addiction Counseling Center 2007 - 2007
Millwork Direct 2001 - 2004
United Way of Brazoria County 2001 - 2001
Houston Community Newspapers, The Journals 1999 - 2001
Houston Zoo 1991 - 1997
Skills
Mental Health, Psychology, Family Therapy, Adolescents, Group Therapy, Treatment, Microsoft Office, Crisis Intervention, Public Speaking, Mental Health Counseling, Oral & Written..., Psychotherapy, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Project Management, Conflict Resolution
Education
Governors State University 2007 — 2007
Graduate courses in Addictions Studies, 4.0/4.0
Columbia College
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Psychology, 4.0/4.0
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Courses in Marketing, Management and the Internet, 4.0/4.0
San Diego Zoo Global August 2004 - Present
Houston Zoo January 2001 - August 2004
Sedgwick County Zoo 2000 - January 2001
Skills
Birds, Animal Husbandry, Wildlife, Animal Behavior, Zoology, Wildlife Conservation, Wildlife Management, Conservation Issues, Animal Welfare
Education
Friends University 1998 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Zoo Science
Ithaca College 1996 — 1998
Biology, General
Random Lake School Dist October 2014 - Present
Plymouth Joint School District October 2014 - Present
Random Lake School Dist June 2015 - July 2015
Houston Zoo May 2014 - August 2014
Barnes & Noble February 2014 - August 2014
Houston Zoo January 2014 - May 2014
The Walt Disney Company February 2011 - January 2014
Houston Zoo May 2012 - August 2012
Random Lake School District June 2010 - July 2010
Sheboygan County June 2004 - August 2009
Skills
Teaching, Conservation Issues, Childcare, Blogging, Creative Writing, Interpersonal..., Volunteering, Editing, Theatre, Spanish, Team-oriented
Education
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 2015 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Deakin University 2013 — 2013
University of Wisconsin-Whitewater 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marine Biology
Houston Zoo February 2015 - Present
Houston Zoo June 2014 - February 2015
Auspex, Inc. June 2013 - June 2014
Bovay Scout Ranch November 2013 - May 2014
Golden Rule Services Inc January 2011 - October 2011
Sears Holdings Corporation September 2006 - May 2007
Garden Ridge July 2005 - October 2005
Private Residence June 2004 - July 2004
Skills
Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Open Office, Microsoft Excel, WordPress, Customer Service, Access, Microsoft Publisher, Spreadsheets, Telephone Skills, Adobe Acrobat, Data Entry
Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake 2014 — 2017
Bachelor’s Degree, Biology/Biological Sciences, General
University of Houston-Clear Lake 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology
San Jacinto College 2005 — 2009
Associate of Arts (AA), Psychology
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Bachelor of Science (BS), Ecology/microbiology
Houston Zoo May 2015 - July 2015
Skills
Research, Environmental Science, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Biotechnology, Microsoft Office, Biology
Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake 2014 — 2016
Bachelor’s Degree, Environmental Science, 3.843
San Jacinto College 2010 — 2013
Associate's Degree, Biotechnology, 3.33
Cafe Eccel HostBJ's Restaurants, Inc.August 2013 - September 2014
Houston Zoo May 2013 - July 2013
Education
Texas A&M University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Zoology/Animal Biology
Houston Zoo 2012 - 2015
Education
Houston Community College 2011 — 2015
High School, Computer Engineering, Sophmore
Downtown Aquarium April 2015 - Present
Houston Zoo April 2013 - April 2015
Skills
Proficient in Adobe...
Education
University of Houston 2015 — 2017
Houston Community College 2011 — 2015
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Art/Art Studies, General
Houston Zoo May 2005 - July 2008
Education
Grantham University 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting