Ignite USA
Industry: Company
DescriptionFounded: 1999 Parent organization: Newell Brands Subsidiary: Ignite Planners Llc, Asset Management Arm
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Ignite USA Employees
Ignite USA December 2014 - Present
Radius September 2012 - November 2014
Beyond Design, Inc. September 2011 - December 2011
Radio Flyer June 2011 - September 2011
Auld Technologies January 2011 - August 2011
Honda of America Mfg., Inc. July 2010 - March 2011
Skills
Sketching, Solidworks, Adobe Creative Suite, Functional and Scale..., Ethnographic Research, Usability Testing, Market Research, Research Analysis, Sketchbook Pro, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere, Storyboarding, Photoshop, Flash, Participatory Research, Layout, Research Design, Ethnography, User-centered Design, Design Strategy, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Product Design, SolidWorks
Education
The Ohio State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Design
Ignite USA July 2013 - Present
Vtech Electronics North America October 2012 - Present
Vtech Electronics North America July 2007 - October 2012
Total Logistic Control October 2006 - July 2007
Total Logistic Control May 2005 - October 2006
Total Logistic Control May 2005 - March 2006
Transfreight January 2004 - May 2004
Skills
Process Improvement, Forecasting, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Warehousing, Inventory Control
Education
Central Michigan University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Logistics Management and Marketing
The Gettys Group July 2015 - Present
The Gettys Group July 2011 - July 2015
The Gettys Group July 2008 - July 2011
The Gettys Group July 2006 - July 2008
Ignite USA May 2004 - June 2006
Flextronics 2003 - 2004
Motorola Mobility 1999 - 2001
Skills
Space-planning, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Logistics, Contract Management, Global Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, Supply Management, Purchasing, Negotiation, Supply Chain, Product Development, Supplier Negotiation, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Sourcing
Education
Auburn University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Supply Chain Management
Ignite USA July 2015 - Present
TWIO Brand March 2015 - July 2015
Gregory Mountain Products December 2013 - March 2015
Zija International September 2013 - December 2013
XanGo May 2012 - July 2013
Phytomer Corporation March 2008 - June 2012
University of Utah Health Sciences Store April 2007 - June 2008
TrueNorth Academy June 2006 - August 2006
Logoworks by HP March 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Creative Direction, Art Direction, Creative Strategy, Corporate Branding, Brand Development, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Logo Design, Copywriting, Dreamweaver, Typography, Graphic Design, Layout, Email Marketing, Large Format Printing, Catalog Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Marketing, Hand-lettering, Packaging, HTML + CSS, Email Design, Color Theory, Social Media Marketing, Information Architecture
Education
University of Utah 2006 — 2011
Bachelors, Graphic Design
Freie Universität Berlin 2007 — 2007
General Education
Lone Peak High School 2003 — 2006
High School Diploma, Visual Arts
Savannah College of Art and Design 2005 — 2005
Drawing and Animation
Ignite USA March 2015 - Present
Paycor November 2013 - March 2015
Interbrand June 2013 - October 2013
Kaplan January 2012 - May 2013
Glimcher Realty Trust May 2012 - January 2013
Andrews Architects, Inc. June 2011 - August 2011
J.Crew May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Marketing, Illustrator, Creative Writing, Photography, Graphic Design, Typography, InDesign, Photoshop, Public Speaking, Facebook
Education
Miami University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
Ignite USA April 2015 - Present
MaritzCX March 2015 - April 2015
Maritz Research August 2012 - March 2015
Maritz Research April 2011 - August 2012
Maritz Research December 2010 - April 2011
IBM July 2010 - April 2011
Northern Illinois University August 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Marketing Research, SPSS, Market Research, Access, Qualitative Research, Salesforce.com, Statistics, Microsoft Excel, Survey Design, Research, PowerPoint, Project Management, Management, Teamwork, Analysis, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis
Education
Lake Forest Graduate School of Management 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Northern Illinois University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
Northern Illinois University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
Tupperware Brands June 2013 - Present
Electrolux February 2010 - May 2013
Ignite USA May 2009 - February 2010
Electrolux September 2007 - March 2009
LG Electronics October 2005 - September 2007
Product Ventures January 2005 - April 2005
Fila May 2004 - July 2004
Skills
Product Design, Brand Development, Consumer Insight, Market Research, Concept Design, Concept Development, Digital Sketching, Model Making, 3D Modeling, Autodesk Software, Unigraphics, Solidworks, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe Fireworks, Dreamweaver, Microsoft Office 2007, Softgoods, Web Design, Product Development, Alias Studio Tools, Plastics, Concept Generation, Design Strategy, Industrial Design, Injection Molding, Packaging, Product Innovation, Strategic Design, Rapid Prototyping, SolidWorks, Design Thinking, Sketching, Cross-functional Team..., Design for Manufacturing, User-centered Design
Education
North Carolina State University 2001 — 2005
BID, Design
Ignite USA October 2013 - Present
Crate&Barrel January 2013 - September 2013
RR Donnelley November 2012 - December 2012
Levy Restaurants November 2012 - November 2012
Y&R September 2012 - September 2012
Northwestern University Kellogg School of Management July 2012 - August 2012
Illini Media August 2011 - May 2012
Ninth Letter August 2011 - April 2012
Victory Records May 2011 - July 2011
Skills
InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Photography, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Printmaking, Letterpress, Typography, Graphic Design, Packaging, Signage, Mockups
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
Ignite USA July 2013 - Present
Buzzfire, Inc. February 2013 - May 2013
Call One, Incorporated October 2005 - December 2012
Walsh Construction March 2000 - October 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Accounts Payable, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Dynamics ERP, SPSS, Account Management, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Expense Management, Accounts Receivable, Data Entry, Invoice Processing, Call Centers, Telecommunications, Invoicing, Wireless, Collections, QuickBooks, Purchase Orders, Vendor Management, Time Management, Team Building, Commissioning, Unified Communications, MPLS, Managed Services, Project Management, Team Leadership, Solution Selling, IP, T1, Troubleshooting, Provisioning, Telephony, VoIP, Salesforce.com
Education
Saint Xavier University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor's degree, Education/Biology
Marian Catholic High School 1996 — 2000
Ignite USA September 2015 - Present
Groupon March 2015 - July 2015
Navigant Consulting February 2011 - March 2015
UBS FINANCIAL SERVICES INC January 2010 - April 2010
CHICAGO FEDERAL FUNDING CORPORATION August 2006 - June 2008
BRUMMET & OLSEN, LLP June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Business Process..., Access, Data Analysis, Strategic Financial..., Financial Services, Marketing Strategy, Analysis, Accounts Payable, Accounting, Payroll, Leadership
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 2015 — 2017
Master of Science Accountancy (MSA)
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 2011 — 2013
Masters of Business Administration, Health Sector Management & Investment Management
Loyola University Chicago
Bachelor, Business Administration; Economics
LUNAR March 2012 - Present
Product Development Technologies August 2004 - March 2012
Ignite USA January 2003 - August 2004
Beyond Design February 2001 - December 2002
Cormark Inc. September 2000 - February 2001
gravitytank June 1999 - August 1999
Skills
Industrial Design, Product Design, Solidworks, Ideation, Hypershot, Sketching, Product Development, Design Strategy, Research Design, Design Management, Rendering, Rhino, Modeling, Photoshop, Concept Development, User-centered Design, InDesign, Research, Ethnography, Concept Ideation, Project Management
Education
Arizona State University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science in Design, Industrial and Product Design
James B Conant High School 1991 — 1995
Ignite USA December 2014 - Present
Wilton Industries July 2012 - December 2014
University of Illinois at Chicago August 2011 - May 2012
RTC May 2011 - August 2011
International Housewares Association March 2011 - March 2011
Skills
Industrial Design, 3D Modeling, Rendering, Sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Solidworks, Design Strategy, Concept Development, Product Design, Design Management, Product Development, Design Thinking, Sketchbook Pro, Concept Generation, Rapid Prototyping, Rhino
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial Design
Fireside January 2014 - Present
More/Real February 2011 - Present
Iota Partners, LLC May 2011 - April 2013
Herbst LaZar Bell, Inc. (HLB) May 2008 - April 2011
Ignite USA November 2005 - May 2008
Core77 July 2001 - January 2007
Pactiv July 2004 - October 2005
RoadWired November 2003 - June 2004
Thought at Work. An Industrial Design Student Conference. May 2003 - November 2003
Blu Dot June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Product Design, Packaging, Research, Materials, Industrial Design, Design Strategy, Concept Development, Ethnography, Solidworks, Design Thinking, Research Design, Experience Design, Product Development, User-centered Design, Rapid Prototyping, User Interface Design, SolidWorks
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 2000 — 2004
BFA, Industrial Design
Barefoot Ventures, LLC January 2012 - Present
Charlestown Yoga February 2012 - Present
www.misadventuresinmommyhood.com January 2012 - Present
Room to Grow October 2013 - Present
Mommy Poppins February 2013 - Present
Dorel Juvenile Group September 2011 - December 2012
Dorel Juvenile Group August 2009 - April 2011
Ignite, USA August 2005 - August 2009
Dorel Juvenile Group 2004 - 2005
Martha Stewart Living Omnimedia 2001 - 2003
Skills
Product Development, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management, Strategic Partnerships, Product Management, Merchandising, Strategy, New Business Development, Product Launch, Team Building, Pricing, Brand Development, Retail, Marketing, P&L Management, Business Strategy, Sales Management, Advertising, Account Management, FMCG, Competitive Analysis, Product Design, Management, Creative Direction, Sales, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, Market Planning, Brand Management, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
Boston University 1997 — 2001
BS, Communication
Blown Away Blow Dry Bar February 2015 - Present
Ignite USA May 2013 - January 2014
Madison Appraisal, LLC September 2008 - December 2012
Skills
Outlook, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Microsoft Office, Real Estate, Administrative Support, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Event Planning, Marketing, Event Management, Customer Service
Education
Paul Mitchell the School-Arkansas 2014 — 2014
Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 2000 — 2004
BA, Journalism
Gillett High School
Seneca Real Estate Group September 2014 - Present
Ignite USA June 2014 - October 2014
Successful Business Services April 2013 - June 2014
Sunshine Homecare, Inc July 2011 - April 2013
Skills
Accounting, Payroll, Payroll Taxes, Bookkeeping, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, General Ledger, Bank Reconciliation, Record Keeping, Journal Entries, Management, Cash Management, Creative Solutions..., Microsoft Dynamics NAV, File Cabinet, UltraTax, Microsoft Office, Account Reconciliation, Spreadsheets, Financial Statements
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
Prosser Career Academy 2002 — 2006
Ignite USA June 2015 - Present
Triple Threat Mentoring July 2013 - Present
The Resurrection Project September 2012 - April 2013
Iowa Public Defender January 2012 - July 2012
City of Coralville Parks and Recreation January 2011 - January 2012
Linn County Community Corrections/ AmeriCorps January 2008 - January 2010
KRUI Radio January 2008 - January 2010
University of Iowa Property Management January 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Music Industry, Non-profit Program..., Written Communication, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Research, Community Outreach, Editing, Photoshop, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Excel
Education
Duke University 2012 — 2013
Humanities/Humanistic Studies
University of Iowa 2005 — 2010
B.A, African American Studies and English
Ignite USA December 2012 - Present
Freelance October 2010 - December 2012
Unilever / Alberto Culver March 2011 - November 2011
LPK December 2007 - September 2010
Houston Harvest, Inc. January 2005 - June 2007
Pets International, Ltd. August 2001 - January 2005
Rapp Collins Worldwide August 1999 - July 2001
Skills
Creative Direction, Packaging, Photo Shoot Direction, Design Management, Brand Development, Trend & Color Research, Advertising, Image Manipulation, Photoshop, Illustrator, Graphic Design, InDesign, Typography, Web Design, Digital Media, Digital Photography, Branding, Trend Forecasting, Retouching, Global Branding, Print Production..., Banner Ads, Logo Design, Mood Boards, Corporate Identity, Print Collateral Design
Education
American Academy of Art
Advertising Design
Ignite USA July 2010 - Present
Publications International, Ltd. May 2005 - August 2010
Skills
Consumer Products, Competitive Analysis, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Management, Forecasting, Customer Insight, Product Marketing
Education
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business 1999 — 2003
BBA, Marketing & Management
Informatica 2014 - Present
Basho Technologies, Inc March 2012 - December 2013
Egenera January 2011 - June 2012
D&B/Purisma May 2010 - December 2010
Verizon Business April 2009 - May 2010
SDL International April 2007 - April 2009
Ignite USA April 2003 - April 2007
Millenium Information Technologies January 2002 - April 2003
The Garms Group January 1996 - January 2002
Skills
Team Building, Selling, Positioning, Contract Negotiation, Customer Retention, Territory..., High-Impact Sales..., SaaS, Solution Selling, Cloud Computing, Enterprise Software, Professional Services, Salesforce.com, Direct Sales, Sales Process, Business Development, Managed Services, Sales Management, Account Management, New Business Development, Sales Presentations, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Storage, CRM, Security, Virtualization, Start-ups, Strategy, Outsourcing, E-commerce, Networking, Business Intelligence, Management, ERP, Integration, Program Management, Business Alliances, Consulting, Mobile Devices, Analytics, Go-to-market Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Executive Management, Lead Generation, Software Industry, Sales Operations, Sales
Education
Univerzitet u Beogradu 1987 — 1991
BA, Economics
ignite usa June 2013 - July 2015
Ignite USA March 2013 - June 2013
Freelance / Graphic Design Services January 2009 - 2013
RR Donnelley November 2012 - December 2012
YWAM Montana January 2012 - August 2012
Crossway October 2010 - October 2011
IAS America April 2009 - June 2009
Skills
Illustrator, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Layout, Graphics, Typography, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Communication, Illustration, Corporate Identity, Mac, Web Design, Brochures, Art Direction, Photoshop, Branding & Identity, Creative Direction, Pre-press, Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Art, Brand Development, Concept Development, Image Manipulation, Rendering, Interaction Design, Sketching, Posters, Digital Photography, User Interface Design, Adobe Fireworks, Vector Illustration, Flyers, Direct Mail, Corporate Branding, Drawing, Creative Strategy, Premiere, 3D Studio Max, Flash, Catalogs, Collateral, Creative Problem Solving, Advertising, Book Design, Publications
Education
Judson University 2006 — 2011
BA, Visual Communications
Olivet Nazarene University 2005 — 2006
Ignite USA March 2013 - Present
Motorola Mobility May 2007 - August 2012
Motorola Mobility May 2006 - August 2006
Motorola Mobility May 2005 - August 2005
Motorola Mobility May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Pro Engineer, Microsoft Office, Failure Analysis, Six Sigma, Design of Experiments
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Huron Consulting Group April 2015 - Present
Wire Stone 2013 - 2014
Ignite USA October 2012 - March 2013
Levy Restaurants 2013 - 2013
Bally Total Fitness 2013 - 2013
Harrington College of Design June 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Communication Design, Typography, Adobe Creative Suite, Visual Communication, InDesign, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Layout, Logo Design, Branding & Identity, Corporate Identity, Environmental Graphics, Photoshop, Illustration, Web Design, Packaging, Graphics, Sketching, Interaction Design
Education
Harrington College of Design 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Communication Design
Ignite USA August 2012 - Present
Product Development Technologies August 2003 - August 2012
Herbst LaZar Bell Inc. November 1997 - August 2003
Mito Product Development November 1994 - November 1997
Herbst LaZar Bell November 1989 - November 1994
Hari and Associates November 1986 - November 1989
Skills
Design Strategy, Product Design, User-centered Design, Concept Generation, Design Thinking, Rendering, Rapid Prototyping, Product Development, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Design for Manufacturing, Experience Design, Typography, InDesign, Sketching, Solidworks, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Packaging, Concept Design, Design Management, Photography, Strategic Design
Education
Kansas City Art Institute 1982 — 1986
BFA, Industrial Design
Ignite USA July 2012 - Present
Whirlpool Corporation October 2011 - June 2012
Whirlpool Corporation March 2011 - September 2011
Whirlpool Corporation October 2009 - February 2011
Whirlpool Corporation June 2007 - October 2009
Whirlpool Corporation June 2006 - June 2007
Whirlpool Corporation March 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Digital Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Brand Management, E-commerce, Email Marketing, Training, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Product Marketing, Marketing Communications, Strategy, Home Appliances, Public Relations, Management, Market Planning
Education
Aquinas College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Business Communications, Spanish
Whipsaw August 2010 - Present
Design Consultant April 1999 - Present
Power Play Corporation September 2009 - April 2010
Propane Creative March 2008 - May 2009
Beyond Design November 2007 - February 2008
Visualize August 2002 - May 2007
Freelance August 2001 - August 2002
Ignite USA July 2000 - September 2001
Skills
Industrial Design, Design Management, Consumer Electronics, Emerging Technologies, Business Development, Social Media, Product Design, Design Strategy, Sketching, Concept Development, Concept Generation, User-centered Design, Concept Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Sketchbook Pro, Photoshop, Illustrator, Product Innovation, InDesign, Rendering, Product Development, Rhino, Model Making, Experience Design, Strategic Design, Interaction Design, Research Design, 3D visualization, 3D rendering, 3D Visualization
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1996 — 2000
BFA, Industrial Design
FlexChecks, Inc. November 2014 - Present
FlexChecks, Inc. November 2013 - Present
Ignite USA August 2011 - November 2013
Grand Valley State University January 2010 - May 2011
Broadway Grand Rapids May 2008 - January 2010
Skills
Organizational..., Project Management, Customer Service, Leadership, Account Management, Office Administration, Management, Communication, Salesforce.com, QuickBooks, Camtasia, CyberPay, GoToMeeting, Event Planning, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Windows, Mac OS, EDI, Nonprofits, Non-profits, Public Relations, Organization, Theatre, Lingo, Project Planning, Social Media, Public Speaking
Education
Grand Valley State University 2006 — 2008
Bachelors Degree in Arts, Liberal Studies, emphasis in Personal and Community Development
Grand Rapids Community College 2004 — 2005
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Ignite USA January 2015 - Present
Optimal Design November 2011 - December 2014
Baxter Healthcare June 2008 - December 2010
John P. Picone June 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Process Improvement, Medical Devices, Manufacturing, Matlab, Product Development, Pro Engineer, Product Design, Injection Molding, Solidworks, Engineering Management, Design for Manufacturing, Finite Element Analysis, SolidWorks, Tolerance Analysis, PTC Creo
Education
Northwestern University 2006 — 2011
Bachlors, Mechanical Engineering / Manufacturing and Design Engineering
Exemplis Corporation July 2011 - Present
Ignite USA March 2010 - June 2011
Newell Rubbermaid April 2003 - February 2010
Various Design Consultancies 2001 - 2003
Herbst LaZar Bell 2002 - 2002
Gravity Tank / Design Research Associates 1999 - 2001
Skills
Product Design, Sketching, Industrial Design, Design Strategy, Product Development, Solidworks, Rapid Prototyping, CAD, Concept Development, Rendering, Design Thinking, Consumer Products, Design for Manufacturing, Model Making, Cross-functional Team...
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1993 — 1999
BFA - Industrial Design, : Additional Studies in Engineering, Philosophy, Horticulture
Ignite USA May 2014 - Present
Acosta Sales & Marketing June 2013 - May 2014
Acosta Sales & Marketing February 2012 - June 2013
Acosta Sales & Marketing February 2009 - February 2012
Skills
Grocery, Shopper Marketing, Consumer Products, Categorization, Customer Insight, Nielsen, Brand Management, Merchandising, Sales, Account Management, Microsoft Excel
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2003 — 2007
Fenwick High School 1999 — 2003
The Swatch Box May 2015 - Present
Ignite USA October 2010 - April 2015
Ignite USA October 2008 - September 2010
Ice Industries September 2004 - September 2008
Skills
Accounting, Microsoft Excel, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Management, Finance, Financial Accounting, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Financial Analysis
Education
University of Mississippi 2005 — 2007
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Syracuse University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting and Finance
Currently seeking new opportunities in San Diego September 2015 - Present
Microsoft (Phones Business Unit) July 2012 - September 2015
Nokia (Smart Devices) July 2011 - June 2012
Nokia (Corporate Development) November 2010 - June 2011
T-Mobile USA (Product Development) July 2008 - November 2010
Samsung (Global Strategy Group) September 2006 - June 2008
Kellogg School of Management (Northwestern University) August 2004 - May 2006
HP (Imaging & Printing Group) October 2002 - August 2004
Ignite USA May 2002 - August 2002
Motorola (Cellular Phones) June 1997 - April 2002
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Mobile Applications, Business Strategy, Marketing, Product Management, Leadership, Mobile Devices, Management, Mobile Communications, Business Development, Sales, Semiconductors, Project Planning, Strategy, Portfolio Management, Product Development, Go-to-market Strategy, Product Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Telecommunications, Competitive Analysis, Engineering, Product Planning, Product Launch, Creative Direction, Mobile Technology, Wireless
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2004 — 2006
MBA, Marketing, Finance, Entrepreneurship, and Strategy
University of Notre Dame 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Soma Water, Inc. September 2015 - Present
Action Bag Company July 2014 - September 2015
Ignite USA April 2013 - June 2014
Chicago Mandarin Chinese Center February 2013 - May 2013
Beijing Vandergeeten Trade and Commerce Co., LTD. March 2011 - September 2012
SCHS Asia October 2010 - January 2011
College Works Painting February 2010 - September 2010
Beijing United Family Hospital and Clinics February 2009 - May 2009
Mobile Uniforms June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Logistics, Global Sourcing, Supply Chain, Mandarin, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Business Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Operations, Analysis, New Business Development, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Drafting Proposals, Contractual Agreements, Time Management, Marketing Communications, Published Writer for..., Purchasing, Management
Education
Saint Louis University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor, Marketing, Entrepreneurship
The Beijing Center for Chinese Studies 2008 — 2009
Beijing, China
Dell October 2014 - Present
Dell November 2013 - October 2014
Genesis Today, Inc. December 2012 - November 2013
Ignite USA June 2012 - December 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation November 2010 - July 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation April 2009 - November 2010
Professional Education Services Group, LLC January 2009 - April 2009
Tenneco May 2008 - August 2008
The Talent Network, INC. June 2004 - August 2007
Skills
Inventory Management, Logistics, Procurement, Supply Chain, Planning, Analysis, Sales, Retail, Manufacturing, Leadership, Demand Planning, Project Planning, Forecasting, Warehousing, Process Scheduler, Supply Chain Management, Management
Education
Michigan State University 2004 — 2008
US B.A., Supply Chain Management
St. Edward's University
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
Ignite USA September 2012 - Present
Amerisafe Consulting and Safety Services June 2011 - October 2012
Ignite USA 2012 - 2012
Forest Preserve District of DuPage County June 2008 - August 2011
Lawson Products May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Telephone Skills, Accounting, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Finance, QuickBooks
Education
Taylor University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Accounting
Ignite USA March 2009 - Present
Hill and Parker Law Firm March 1988 - April 2003
Texas Apartment Locators January 1982 - December 1988
Skills
Leadership, Management, Product Marketing, Process Improvement, Strategy, Design Thinking, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Consumer Products, Strategic Planning, Design Management, Project Management, Product Development, Design Strategy, Product Design
Education
San Jacinto College 1981 — 1982
Real Estate , Real Estate
San Jacinto College
Real Estate
LucaciStudio June 2004 - Present
Dell August 2010 - April 2015
Ignite USA June 2004 - May 2007
Motorola August 1996 - July 2004
Ziba Design 1993 - 1996
Lunar Design 1993 - 1993
Fitch 1992 - 1992
Skills
Graphic Design, Experience Design, Design Strategy, Retail, Industrial Design, Photoshop, Product Development, User-centered Design, Creative Direction, Manufacturing, Product Design, Adobe Creative Suite, User Experience Design, InDesign, Consumer Electronics, Product Innovation, Concept Generation, Management, Rapid Prototyping, Concept Design, User Experience, Project Management, Art Direction, Leadership, Strategy, Creative Problem Solving, Cross-functional Team..., Design Management, Interaction Design, Modeling, User Interface Design, Brand Development, Product Management, Ethnography, CAD, Design Thinking, Consumer Products, Mobile Devices, Packaging, Art, Concept Development, Usability Testing, Human Computer..., Sketching, Usability Engineering, Product Marketing, Graphics, Design for Manufacturing, User Interface
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1989 — 1993
BFA
Cleveland Institute of Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA)
Newell Rubbermaid January 2015 - Present
Ignite USA February 2013 - Present
Resurrection Health Care February 2012 - February 2013
Aurora Health Care September 2011 - January 2012
Iris Speed Reading April 2011 - July 2011
Hostelling International - Chicago March 2011 - July 2011
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Indiana August 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Non-profit Development, Google Adwords, PPC, Digital Marketing, SEO, SEM, Mobile Marketing
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2006 — 2010
Bachelors of Arts Journalism and Minor in Nonprofit Management, Public Relations
Chicago Waldorf School
Von Steuben Metropolitan Science Center
Ignite USA December 2014 - Present
Reynolds Consumer Products Inc. September 2012 - December 2014
Home Products International September 2011 - September 2012
The Marketing Store March 2009 - September 2011
The Marketing Store April 2007 - March 2009
Fellowes Inc./Body Glove June 2004 - March 2007
Skills
Product Design, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Products, Product Management, Manufacturing, Project Management, Customer Insight, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Concept Development, Rapid Prototyping, Product Innovation, Process Improvement
Education
Northwestern University 2010 — 2012
Masters Product Design/Development
Northwestern University 2000 — 2004
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Ignite USA March 2015 - Present
Segreti Pharmacy May 2012 - March 2015
Cochrane Enterprises January 2013 - May 2014
Barraco's Pizza October 2008 - January 2012
Skills
Leadership, Organization Skills, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Team Management, Oral & Written..., Outlook, Compounding
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Community Health Planning and Administration, Minor in Chemistry
Victor J. Andrew High School 2006 — 2010
Logic PD October 2013 - Present
Logic PD April 2012 - October 2013
Logic PD August 2008 - October 2013
Ignite USA December 2004 - August 2008
Motorola March 2003 - December 2004
Logic Product Development 2001 - 2003
Insight Product Development May 1999 - March 2001
Skills
Product Design, Industrial Design, Design Strategy, Design Thinking, Concept Development, Product Development, User-centered Design, Sketching, Design Management, Product Management, Organizational..., Rapid Prototyping, Design for Manufacturing, Concept Design, Solidworks, Research Design, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Product Innovation, Concept Generation, Continuous Improvement, Creative Problem Solving, Manufacturing, Injection Molding, Design Research, Rendering, Model Making
Education
College for Creative Studies 1995 — 1999
BFA
Central Michigan University 1994 — 1995
Ignite USA July 2012 - Present
Johnson & Johnson August 2011 - July 2012
Home Products International June 2007 - August 2011
Upshot Marketing April 2005 - May 2007
Sanford July 2002 - April 2005
Skills
Business Development, Account Management, Segmentation, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Product Development, Product Launch, Consumer Products, Forecasting, Shopper Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Business Strategy, Analytics, Creative Direction, Market Analysis, Brand Management, Product Management, Strategy, Project Management, Concept Development, Customer Insight, Marketing Research, Management, International Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Brand Development, Product Innovation, Marketing Communications, Marketing Management
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing, International Business, Management & Organizations
Boston University 1998 — 2002
BSBA, Marketing
Independent Consultant July 2013 - Present
Parthenon Publishing February 2014 - March 2015
Condé Nast June 2011 - July 2013
Condé Nast May 2008 - June 2011
Hearst June 2007 - April 2008
Meredith August 2006 - June 2007
Ignite USA January 2006 - June 2006
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Magazines, Creative Direction, Art Direction, Graphic Design, Layout, Publishing, Typography, Editorial, Logo Design, InDesign, Digital Media, Brand Development, Illustrator, Advertising
Education
Arizona State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree, Graphic Design & Communications
Dublin Coffman High School 1996 — 2000
I-CAR April 2013 - Present
NorthShore University HealthSystem March 2012 - March 2013
Ignite USA April 2011 - March 2012
Aero Products International Inc. June 2007 - March 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Relations, Team Building, Coaching, Team Leadership, Call Center, People Management, Vendor Relations, Management, Sales, Training, Strategic Planning, Call Centers, Project Management, New Business Development
Education
National-Louis University
BSM, Business Management
Ignite USA March 2015 - Present
Allied Benefit Systems October 2014 - March 2015
Rosebud Institute January 2014 - May 2014
Brookfield Zoo June 2013 - August 2013
Brookfield Zoo June 2010 - June 2012
Skills
Time Management, PowerPoint, Public Speaking, Facebook, Social Networking, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Works well with a team, Meet Deadlines, Superior Work Ethic
Education
Carthage College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Marketing and Public Relations, 3.89/4.0
Guff September 2014 - Present
Freelance September 2013 - September 2014
The Walt Disney Company January 2011 - September 2013
Ignite USA February 2008 - December 2010
David&Goliath February 2006 - March 2007
Omelet February 2005 - January 2006
Deluxe Digital Studios March 2002 - September 2004
Lookout Films August 2001 - February 2002
Antibody Films March 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Standard and High..., Multi-tasking, Prioritizing, Multi Tasking, Organization &..., Post Production, Video, Pro Tools, Streaming Media, Entertainment, Producing, Creative Direction, Reality, Music Videos, Final Cut Pro, Social Media, Customer Service, Avid, Motion Graphics, Film, Screenwriting, Feature Films, Music, Broadcast, Documentaries, Film Production, Dvd, Digital Asset Management, Voice Over, Audio Engineering, HD Video, Sound, Social Networking, Avid Media Composer, Recording, Digital Video, Commercials, Video Editing, Digital Media, Directing, Mac, Video Production, After Effects, Editing, FileMaker, Videography, Audio Editing, New Media, Short Films, Camera
Education
State University of New York at Albany 1999 — 2001
Political Science
Hudson Valley Community College 1997 — 1999
Associates Science, Criminal Justice
Cohoes High School 1984 — 1987
General, Business
Ignite USA February 2015 - Present
Macy's August 2014 - February 2015
Macy's August 2013 - July 2014
Macy's May 2012 - August 2013
Reis Trucking Inc. April 2011 - August 2011
Whizz-Kidz January 2011 - April 2011
Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Microsoft Word, iMovie, Oracle SQL, SAP, A3, Inforem, Mainframe, Social Networking, Retail, Time Management, Facebook, Inventory Management
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Business; Supply Chain Management and Technology Management, 3.4
City University (GB)
Study Abroad
Unilever September 2015 - Present
Unilever July 2012 - September 2015
Unilever HPC August 2009 - July 2012
DePaul University September 2006 - June 2009
Unilever June 2008 - August 2008
Ignite USA July 2003 - July 2006
Skills
Marketing Research, Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Behaviour, Qualitative Research, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Product Development, SPSS, Ethnography, Strategy, Quantitative Research, Marketing Management, Advertising, Strategic Planning, Consumer Products, Customer Insight, Research Design, Statistics, Forecasting, Marketing Communications, Survey Research, Focus Groups, Research, Product Marketing, Analysis, Nielsen, Positioning, Brand Management, FMCG, Management, Consumer Insight, Competitive Intelligence, Product Innovation, Market Research, Data Analysis, Segmentation, Market Analysis, Analytics
Education
DePaul University 2008 — 2009
PhD, Experimental Psychology (consumer behavior emphasis)
DePaul University 2006 — 2008
M.A., Psychology
Northern Illinois University 1999 — 2003
BA, Psychology
Motorola Solutions, Inc. November 2006 - Present
TempWorks Software July 2006 - September 2006
Robrady Design May 2006 - June 2006
Ignite USA May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Industrial Design, Product Design, Design Thinking, Concept Development, Sketching, Design Strategy, Illustration, 3D Modeling, CAD, Design Management, Model Making, Illustrator, Concept Design, Concept Generation, Design for Manufacturing, Drawing, Experience Design, Graphics, InDesign, Interaction Design, Rapid Prototyping, Rendering, Strategic Design, User Experience, User Research, User-centered Design, Rhino, Solidworks
Education
College for Creative Studies 2002 — 2006
BFA, Industrial Design
Ignite USA June 2013 - Present
Ignite USA June 2011 - June 2013
Ignite USA June 2008 - June 2011
Wilton Industries [Copco] June 2006 - June 2008
Skills
Product Design, Solidworks, Product Development, Industrial Design, Sketching, Rhino, Rendering, Product Management, Concept Development, Illustrator, Photoshop, CAD, Rapid Prototyping, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Design for Manufacturing, Market Research, Graphic Design, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Excel, Brand Development, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Design Strategy, Design Thinking, Strategic Design, Keyshot, Model Making
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2013
Master of Product Design and Development, Product Development
Purdue University 2000 — 2005
BA, Industrial Design
Leapfrog Product Development May 2009 - Present
Damen Jackson 2007 - 2009
Ignite USA 2005 - 2007
Spark 2001 - 2005
Education
Drake University 1995 — 1999
BA, Journalism, Advertising
Sargent & Lundy August 2007 - Present
Ignite USA August 2005 - April 2007
Skills
Engineering, Project Management, CAD, Product Design, Product Development
Education
University of Michigan 2001 — 2005
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Ignite USA September 2013 - Present
AHIMA November 2008 - September 2013
Applus Technologies December 2005 - November 2008
Rush University Medical Center May 2005 - September 2005
Grand Traverse Resort and Spa May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Onboarding, Talent Management, Performance Management, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Job Analysis, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Talent Acquisition, Employee Engagement, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Training, College Recruiting, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, Workforce Planning, Temporary Placement, Strategic Planning, Benefits Administration, Organizational..., New Hire Orientations, Organizational Design, Applicant Tracking..., Career Development, FMLA
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology 2004 — 2006
MA, Industrial/Organizational Psychology
Clemson University 2000 — 2004
BA, Psychology and Spanish
Clemson University - College of Business and Behavioral Science 2000 — 2004
BA, Psychology & Spanish
Sloan Valve Company July 2014 - Present
Sloan Valve Company June 2008 - July 2014
Ignite USA October 2006 - June 2008
Visteon 2005 - 2006
Visteon 2005 - 2006
Visteon 2003 - 2004
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, MRP, SAP, Process Improvement, Kaizen, Inventory Control, Production Planning, Supply Chain, Purchasing, SAP R/3, Value Stream Mapping, Supply Management
Education
Purdue University - Krannert School of Management 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial Management
Ignite USA May 2013 - Present
Ignite USA December 2009 - May 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation July 2006 - October 2009
Skills
Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Supply Chain, Forecasting, Merchandising, Retail, Pricing, Supply Chain Management, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Logistics, Demand Planning, Consumer Products, P&L, Purchasing
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2002 — 2006
BS, Finance
Kellogg Company June 2015 - Present
Blue Diamond Growers May 2014 - June 2015
Bel Brands USA April 2012 - May 2014
Fromageries Bel (parent company of Bel Brands USA) July 2010 - March 2012
Bel Brands USA January 2009 - June 2010
Bel Brands USA February 2008 - December 2008
Ignite USA August 2007 - January 2008
Beam Global Spirits & Wine November 2004 - August 2007
General Mills January 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Customer Insight, Brand Management, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, FMCG, Brand Architecture, Cross-functional Team..., Positioning, Brand Equity, Market Planning, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Packaging, P&L Management, Staff Management, Staff Development, Team Leadership, Consumer Insight, Managing Agency..., Agency Agreements, Marketing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 2002
BA, Public Relations
Prince Castle February 2015 - Present
Prince Castle July 2014 - February 2015
Prince Castle October 2011 - July 2014
HoMedics February 2009 - October 2011
Sandbox Industries January 2008 - January 2009
Ignite USA 2004 - December 2007
Medical Murray 2000 - 2004
Skills
Manufacturing, Product Development, Product Design, Cross-functional Team..., Solidworks, Product Management, Lean Manufacturing, Pro Engineer, Process Improvement, Engineering Management, Consumer Products, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Medical Devices, Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Rapid Prototyping, CAD, Engineering, Design for Manufacturing, Management, R&D, Product Launch, Supply Chain Management, Injection Molding, Mechanical Engineering, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Team Building, Program Management, Industrial Design, Negotiation, Project Planning, Procurement, Contract Negotiation, Budgets, Leadership, P&L Management, Income Statement, Quality Management, Global Sourcing, Product Innovation, Supply Chain, Manufacturing..., Product Marketing, Process Engineering, Strategy, Competitive Analysis
Education
University of Iowa 1996 — 2000
DW Sales Group LLC January 2012 - Present
K-Swiss January 2002 - Present
SKORA, Inc. April 2012 - December 2014
Implus Corporation November 2012 - April 2014
Ignite USA August 2012 - April 2014
Phosphor Watches 2011 - June 2013
Revo, Inc March 2012 - March 2013
K-Swiss January 2005 - January 2009
K-Swiss January 2002 - January 2005
Birkenstock Footprint Sandals March 1986 - October 2001
Skills
Footwear, Merchandising, Apparel, Wholesale, Retail, Trend, Trade Shows, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Shoes, Sales Management, Visual Merchandising, Sporting Goods, Product Development, Inventory Management, Sales, Account Management, Forecasting, New Business Development, Sportswear, Pricing, Textiles, Brand Development, Management, Marketing, E-commerce, Key Account Management, Sales Operations, Brand Management, Store Management, Product Marketing, Purchasing, Sourcing, Marketing Strategy, Action Sports, Private Label, P&L Management
Education
University of California, Irvine 1977 — 1979
Saddleback College 1976 — 1978
Mission Viejo High School 1973 — 1976
ACCO Brands January 2015 - Present
HERE, a Nokia company September 2013 - January 2015
Ignite USA March 2013 - September 2013
Midtronics September 2010 - March 2013
Craig Zaplatynsky Consulting November 2008 - September 2010
Motorola Inc., Mobile Devices October 2006 - November 2008
Motorola September 2005 - October 2006
Motorola March 2000 - October 2005
Motorola, Inc. October 1997 - March 2000
Skills
Six Sigma, Continuous Improvement, Quality Management, CMMI, Team Building, Product Development, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Project Management, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Lean Manufacturing, Testing, Engineering, Change Management, Analysis, Quality System, Strategic Planning, Telecommunications, Project Planning, Leadership, Business Process, Electronics, Training, Engineering Management, Quality Assurance, Design for Manufacturing, Team Leadership, Product Management, Product Design, Mobile Devices, Quality Auditing, Root Cause Analysis, ISO, Management, DMAIC, Process Simulation, Process Engineering, Kaizen, FMEA, Black Belt, SPC, Quality Control, Iso 9000, Enterprise Software, Strategy, Performance Management, CMM, Manufacturing...
Education
The George Washington University - School of Business 1999 — 2001
Masters Cert., Information Technology Program Management
Illinois Institute of Technology 1973 — 1978
BS, Product Design
Ignite USA February 2011 - Present
Aero Products International Inc. April 2005 - December 2010
All Types Transportation (ATTS) March 2001 - April 2005
Dietzgen Corporation 1997 - 2001
Skills
Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Harper College 2010 — 2012
Business Management
Oakton Community College 1974 — 1976
Ignite USA December 2013 - Present
Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC January 2012 - December 2013
Hu-Friedy Mfg. Co., LLC April 2002 - February 2012
Ignite Design LLC September 2000 - March 2002
Eaton Corporation August 1999 - September 2000
Sabratek Corporation March 1996 - September 1999
Skills
Photoshop, ANSYS, Industrial Design, Solidworks, Pro Engineer, Illustrator, Product Development, Minitab, Project Management, Market Research, Strategy, Creative Problem Solving, Manufacturing, Product Design, CAD, Medical Devices, Finite Element Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Design for Manufacturing, Engineering, Injection Molding, Mechanical Engineering, R&D, Design Control, Engineering Management, FMEA, ISO 13485, Mechanical Product..., SolidWorks
Education
Northwestern University
Masters, Product Design and Development
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute
BS, Mechanical Engineering
DesignPac (Division of 1800Flowers) June 2013 - Present
Ignite USA April 2012 - September 2012
DesignPac (Division of 1800Flowers) May 2008 - April 2012
ProductWorks LLC 2006 - 2008
Roman, Inc 2004 - 2006
Stevens and Tate Marketing and Communications 2001 - 2004
University Communications and Marketing - Illinois State University 2000 - 2001
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Catalogs, Packaging, Graphic Design, Art Direction, Logo Design, Creative Direction, Image Manipulation, Corporate Identity, Typography, Interaction Design, Product Design, Branding & Identity, Visual Communication, Illustrator, Mac, Graphics, Brochures, Advertising, Brand Development, Digital Illustration, Concept Design, Invitations, Web Design, Corporate Branding, Direct Mail, QuarkXPress, Illustration, Posters, Concept Development, Banners, Business Cards, Collateral, Letterhead, Image Editing, Adobe Acrobat, Sketching, Creative Problem Solving, Dreamweaver, Creative Strategy, Photoshop, Retail Packaging, Photography, Design Strategy, InDesign, Stationery, Vector Illustration, Pre-press, Flyers, Layout
Education
Illinois State University 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Graphic Design & Studio Arts Photography
Harry's Grooming June 2015 - Present
Karim Rashid Inc. July 2013 - June 2015
Aruliden January 2010 - July 2013
Curve ID August 2009 - October 2009
Ignite USA June 2008 - August 2008
TTI Floor Care North America June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Graphic Design, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Packaging, Product Design, Art, Sketching, Hypershot, Adobe Creative Suite, Rhino, Sketchbook Pro, Rendering, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Ideation, Woodworking, Brand Development, Graphics, 3D visualization, Design Strategy, 3D Modeling, Model Making, Design Thinking, Keyshot, Experience Design, Concept Design
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2004 — 2009
Cleveland Institute of Art 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Industrial and Product Design
Ignite USA March 2014 - Present
Simms Fishing Products January 2012 - March 2014
Specialized Bicycle Components 2012 - 2012
Black Diamond Equipment January 2002 - December 2011
Reef February 2000 - December 2001
The North Face 1996 - 2000
Nike February 1995 - November 1996
Giro 1992 - 1995
Skills
Category Management, Product Development, Sourcing, Merchandising, Product Design, Industrial Design, Business Planning, Strategic Planning, Product Marketing, Product Innovation, Research, P&L Management, Market Research, R&D, Brand Development, Program Management, New Business Development, Ideation, Apparel, Design Management, Sports, Sporting Goods, Footwear, Action Sports, Management, Strategy, Brand Management
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1987 — 1992
Architecture - City and Regional Planning
UCSB 1987 — 1988
Fine/Studio Arts, General
Shure Incorporated February 2014 - Present
Shure Incorporated April 2013 - January 2014
Ignite USA July 2011 - August 2012
Westell November 1994 - July 2011
Herbst Lazar Bell, Inc October 1989 - November 1994
Valley Recreation Products June 1981 - September 1989
Skills
Manufacturing, Change Management, Product Engineering, Engineering, Engineering Management, Product Design, Injection Molding, Sheet Metal, Machine Tools, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Program Management, Lean Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Team Building, Design for Manufacturing, Product Launch, Testing, Troubleshooting, Leadership, Process Simulation, Management, Rapid Prototyping, Supply Chain Management, CAD, Project Engineering, Tolerance Analysis, Process Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing..., Industrial Design, Product Lifecycle..., Purchasing, Pro Engineer, Electronics, Solidworks, Supply Chain, Continuous Improvement, Procurement, R&D, Design for Assembly, FMEA, PCB design, Automation, Plastics, Quality Management
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 1996 — 1998
Mechanical Engineering
Northern Illinois University 1984 — 1987
BS, Mechanical Engineering Technology & Design
Kishwaukee Community College 1983 — 1984
AS, Engineering
Iowa State University 1981 — 1982
Engineering
Ignite USA October 2013 - Present
Ignite USA October 2008 - September 2013
Motorola Mobile Devices 2004 - 2008
Skills
Tolerance Analysis, Design for Manufacturing, Sheet Metal, Pro Engineer, Product Design, Engineering Management, Solidworks, Injection Molding, Industrial Design, CAD, Mechanical Engineering, Manufacturing..., Rapid Prototyping, Lean Manufacturing, GD&T, Finite Element Analysis, Plastics, Machining, Windchill, Unigraphics, Design of Experiments, SolidWorks, PTC Creo
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2000 — 2004
B.S., Mechanical Engineering
Ignite USA February 2014 - Present
Publications International February 2012 - January 2014
Publications International November 2008 - February 2012
Publications International September 2005 - November 2008
Creata 2002 - 2005
Creata 2000 - 2002
Beloit Corperation 1998 - 2000
Skills
Strategic Sourcing, Pricing Strategy, Product Development, Production Managment, Business Process..., International Project..., New Technology..., Internal Process..., Project Management, Consumer Products, Marketing Strategy, Toys, Manufacturing, Product Management, Negotiation, Product Design, Global Sourcing, Packaging, Cross-functional Team..., Lean Manufacturing, Leadership, Six Sigma, Inventory Management, Supply Management, Brand Development, P&L Management, Procurement, Supply Chain, Pricing, Supply Chain Management, Product Marketing, Forecasting, Logistics, Strategic Partnerships, Strategy, Process Improvement, Competitive Analysis, Purchasing, Contract Negotiation, Operations Management, Customer Insight, Business Development, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Management, Sourcing, Vendor Management, Market Research, Inventory Analysis, Product Innovation
Education
Purdue University 1996 — 1998
MS, Mechanical Engineering, 4.0/4.0
University of Science and Technology of China 1991 — 1996
BS, Thermal Science and Energy Engineering/ Economics Management, 3.8/4.0: 3.7/4.0
Ignite USA March 2015 - Present
Quantum Global Advisors, LLC October 2014 - February 2015
Native Foods March 2014 - July 2014
Optimum Nutrition May 2012 - March 2014
Sony July 2011 - March 2012
Entec International Ltd. July 2010 - December 2010
Chase Staffing April 2010 - July 2010
FinancialTemps, CEDA January 2010 - February 2010
CCH Inc July 2007 - May 2009
Mary Anne's Closet Boutique March 2001 - March 2007
Skills
Word, Excel, Purchasing, PowerPoint, Spreadsheets, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Procurement, Photoshop, Quickbooks, PeopleSoft, Photocopier, SPSS, Customer Service, Sourcing, Retail, Customer Relations, SAP, Scheduling, Lotus Notes, Administrative Support, Administration, Illustrator, Access, Inventory Management, Problem Solving, Vendor Relations, Visio, Microsoft Excel, Management, Training, Contract Management, Inventory Control, Logistics, Team Leadership, Process Scheduler, Microsoft Word
Education
Purdue University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
Level One Capital Management LLC January 2014 - Present
Self Employed January 2013 - Present
Last Atlantis Capital Management January 2000 - December 2012
Ignite USA July 1998 - January 2000
Coach and Car Equipment Corporation June 1996 - July 1998
Invacare July 1995 - July 1996
Pindot Products 1990 - 1995
Indes July 1987 - July 1990
Skills
Financial Modeling, Software Development, Black Box Testing, Asset Management, Design Management, Equities, Trading, Options, Low Latency, Financial Engineering, Risk Management, FX, Trading Systems, Commodities, Derivatives, Portfolio Management, Financial Markets, Market Data, Electronic Trading, Hedge Funds, Analysis, Quantitative Finance, Proprietary Trading, C++, Technical Analysis, Quant, SQL, Programming, Arbitrage, Risk Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistics, Quantitative Analysis, Risk, Portfolio Optimization, Data Mining, Alternative Investments, Black Box, Exchange Connectivity, Smart Order Routing, Execution Management, FIX, Options Pricing, Statistical Arbitrage, Market Making, Managed Futures, FX Hedging, FX trading, Trading Strategies, Currency
Education
Delft University of Technology 1982 — 1987
Masters, Industrial Design and Engineering
A Roland Holst College 1979 — 1982
VWO, Atheneum courses
Ecole Europeenne Bruxelles 1 1976 — 1979
High School
Ignite USA November 2012 - Present
Ignite USA July 2011 - November 2012
Ignite USA July 2009 - July 2011
Zizzle May 2008 - March 2009
Zizzle May 2005 - March 2009
Careerbuilder.com 2004 - 2005
Long's Travel 1998 - 2004
Skills
Product Marketing, Email Marketing, Trade Shows, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Competitive Analysis, Marketing, Product Development, Sales Operations, Retail, Product Launch, Marketing Strategy, Product Management, Consumer Products, Pricing, Sales, Brand Development, Packaging, Brand Management
Education
University of Vermont 2000 — 2004
BA, Spanish & CMSI (Communication Science)
Universidad de Sevilla
Gortek Inc. August 2014 - Present
Ignite USA May 2009 - March 2014
Technical Concepts October 2006 - March 2009
Foxconn International Holdings May 2004 - October 2006
Daniel Woodhead Company May 2000 - May 2004
Cooper Bussmann July 1997 - May 2000
Skills
Product Development, Product Launch, Mandarin, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Engineering, R&D, Design for Manufacturing, Product Design, CAD, Lean Manufacturing, Solidworks, Engineering Management, Injection Molding, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Project Planning, Project Engineering, Plastics, ProE, FEA, DFM, DOE, GD&T, FMEA, Kaizen, Tooling, Process Improvement, Vendor Relations, Team Building, English, Taiwanese, Chinese, Six Sigma, Cost Reduction, Sheet Metal, Process Engineering, Industrial Engineering, MS Project, Materials, TQM, Manufacturing..., Visio, Supplier Management, Process Development, 5S, PDM, APQP, Vendor, ISO
Education
Northwestern University 1995 — 1997
MMM - MEM, Engineering Management
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1995 — 1997
MBA, Finance, Marketing and Operations
Northwestern University 1991 — 1993
MS, Mechanical Engineering
Tamkang University 1985 — 1988
BS, Mechnical Engineering
Ignite USA July 2014 - Present
Ignite USA July 2014 - Present
Eby-Brown Company, LLC June 2013 - April 2014
International Contractors, Inc. May 2012 - August 2012
IRI May 2011 - August 2011
International Contractors, Inc. June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, Customer Service, Time Management, Leadership, Inventory Management, Social Media, Photoshop, AutoCAD
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2009 — 2013
Bachelors of Science, Technical Systems Management (TSM)
Hoffman Estates High School 2005 — 2009
Henkel July 2014 - Present
Henkel of America August 2012 - Present
Ignite USA July 2009 - July 2012
Home Products International 2002 - 2007
Candle Corporation of America - Blyth Industries June 2001 - May 2002
Skills
Consumer Products
Education
Butler University - College of Business Administration 1996 — 2000
BS, Marketing
SRAM, LLC April 2013 - Present
Ignite USA May 2012 - March 2013
Newell Rubbermaid July 2010 - May 2012
Toyota June 2004 - August 2010
BMW May 2003 - August 2003
John Deere June 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Engineering, Pro Engineer, Catia, Automotive, CAD, Strategy, Root Cause Analysis, Management, Vehicles, Design for Manufacturing, Product Design, Product Development, Continuous Improvement, Injection Molding, FMEA, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Cross-functional Team..., GD&T, Mechanical Engineering, Toyota Production System
Education
Iowa State University 1999 — 2004
BS/BA, Mechanical Engineering/German
Ignite USA December 2014 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation July 2014 - November 2014
Sears Holdings Corporation July 2013 - July 2014
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2012 - June 2013
YKK (USA) Inc. 2010 - March 2012
Lead Apparel April 2008 - June 2010
Skills
Merchandising, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Inventory Management, Retail, Fashion, Product Development, Trend, Sourcing, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Financial Analysis, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain..., Logistics, Assortment, Merchandise Planning, Inventory Control, Demand Planning
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2003 — 2007
B.S., Management
Ignite USA
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Java, QuickBooks, Microsoft Dynamics NAV
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
Ignite USA April 2015 - Present
Radius 2010 - April 2015
Robert Bosch Tool Corporation 2008 - 2010
Motorola Mobility 2005 - 2008
Motorola Mobility 2003 - 2005
Skills
CAD, Pro Engineer, ISDX, Finite Element Analysis, ANSYS, Tolerance Analysis, GD&T, Design for Manufacturing, Product Design, Product Development, Project Management, Injection Molding, Stamping, Die Casting, Machining, Rapid Prototyping, Consumer Electronics, Consumer Products, Medical Devices, Engineering, Plastics, Geometric Dimensioning...
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1999 — 2003
BS, Mechanical Engineering