Little Tikes
Industry: Company
DescriptionLittle Tikes is an American-based manufacturer of children's toys, with headquarters and manufacturing located in Hudson, Ohio. The company also has other manufacturing and distribution facilities in Asia and Europe. Customer service: 1 (800) 321-0183 Billing support: 1 (800) 321-4424 Parent organization: MGA Entertainment Headquarters: Hudson, OH Founded: 1969, Aurora, OH Founders: Thomas G. (Tom) Murdough Jr., Tom G. Murdough JrPopular productsPlayhouses Push & Pedal Riding Vehicles Baby Activity Toys Toy Instruments Pretend Shopping & Grocery (function(){google.sc=google.sc||{};google.sc.init=function(b,e,n,f,p,q){if((b=document.getElementById(b))&&(0!=b.offsetWidth||0!=b.offsetHeight)){var h=b.querySelector("div"),k=h.querySelector("div"),c=0,g=h.scrollWidth-h.offsetWidth;if(0
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Little Tikes Employees
Little Tikes September 2015 - Present
UCLA Anderson School of Management September 2014 - Present
Run For Innocence January 2011 - Present
Castlight Health June 2015 - August 2015
Goldman Sachs May 2012 - July 2014
O.C. Tanner March 2010 - May 2012
The Buckle February 2008 - July 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Team Leadership, Marketing Analytics, Marketing, Product Marketing, Data Analysis, Leadership, Retail, Apparel, Brand Management, Fashion, Management, Project Management, Business Planning, Time Management, Nonprofits, Microsoft Excel, Strategy, Japanese, Training, Management Consulting, Business Strategy, Financial Analysis, Digital Marketing, Risk Management, Financial Modeling, Start-ups, Analysis, Business Process..., Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Social Entrepreneurship, Business Operations, Social Media, Analytics, Branding, Content Marketing, Content Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Adobe Illustrator
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing, Technology Leadership
Brigham Young University 2003 — 2008
BA, Japanese
Little Tikes January 2014 - Present
Ergobaby Inc. September 2011 - January 2014
Nestle USA September 2001 - August 2011
Procter & Gamble February 1999 - August 2001
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Consumer Products, Brand Management, P&L Management, Shopper Marketing, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Customer Insight, Brand Architecture, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Brand Development, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Management, Forecasting, Coaching, Retail, Marketing Communications, Team Building, Trade Marketing, Market Research, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Promotions, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Pricing, Team Leadership, Team Management, Television, Acquisition Integration, Radio, Creative Development, Consumer Insights, International Marketing, Marketing Research, Pricing Strategy, Product Launches, Food, Segmentation, B2B, Product Management, Product Marketing, Strategic Thinking, Budget Management, Product Launch, Business Strategy, Experienced Toy Tech
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 1997 — 1998
MBA, Marketing
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1993 — 1997
BA, International Relations, International Business, and German Literature
Garden Watersaver December 2014 - Present
Eaglestone Products July 2014 - Present
ADA Sign Factory July 2014 - Present
The University of Akron June 2013 - Present
Law Office of William Day September 2014 - December 2014
Little Tikes April 2014 - June 2014
Honey Hut Ice Cream Shoppe August 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Legal Assistants, Computer Maintenance, Engineering, Volunteering, Customer Service, Campaigns, Heavy Lifting, Servers, Adaptability, Flexibility, Committment, Infrastructure, Transportation Planning
Education
The University of Akron 2013 — 2018
Brecksville-Broadview Heights High School 2009 — 2013
Honors Diploma
Cuyahoga Community College
Game and Interactive Media Design
Cuyahoga Community College
Video Game Design
Little Tikes October 2014 - Present
Freelance Designer for Toys and Children's Products March 2012 - September 2014
Infantino, a Step2 Family Company March 2008 - March 2012
Regina Kay Design February 2007 - April 2008
Goody Products Inc January 2006 - January 2007
The Little Tikes Company July 2003 - January 2006
Continuum September 2002 - December 2002
Fisher-Price 2001 - 2002
Thomson Consumer Electronics 2000 - 2001
Intermetro Industries March 1999 - June 1999
Skills
Rendering, Illustration, Plush, Manufacturing, Industrial Goods, Toy Concepts, Soft Goods, Toys, Industrial Design, Product Design, Concept Development, Consumer Products, Design Strategy, Sketching, Drawing, Design Thinking, Concept Generation, Concept Design, Illustrator
Education
University of Cincinnati 1997 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Industrial Design
Little Tikes January 2014 - Present
The Little Tikes Company January 2013 - December 2013
Skills
Sketching, Concept Development, Industrial Design, Model Making, Sketchbook Pro, Painting, Illustrator, Concept Design, Illustration, Digital Illustration, Rendering, Drawing, Product Design, Logo Design, Character Animation, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Graphic Design, Photoshop
Education
College for Creative Studies 2008 — 2012
Illustration
St. Vincent-St. Mary High School May 2015 - Present
Grace Church of Greater Akron; Bath Campus August 2011 - Present
The University of Akron August 2012 - May 2015
Steere Enterprises Inc. 1997 - 2000
Little Tikes 1993 - 1997
Skills
Teaching, Education, Sales, Fundraising, Copywriting, Blogging, Editing, Tutoring, Curriculum Design, Literature, History, Grant Writing, Curriculum Development, Proofreading, Higher Education, Adult Education, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Leadership, Customer Service, Community Outreach
Education
The University of Akron 2012 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Curriculum and Instruction
Marietta College 1989 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
Little Tikes 2010 - Present
Hasbro June 2004 - December 2010
Little Tikes January 2004 - May 2004
Nottingham.Spirk Design Consultants 2002 - 2004
Hasbro June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Industrial Design, Sketching, Sketchbook Pro, Drawing, Product Design, Toys, Design Strategy, Concept Generation, Concept Development, Solidworks, Marker Rendering, Illustrator, Photoshop, Injection Molding, Product Innovation, Digital Sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Design, Creative Direction, Design Thinking, Illustration, Model Making
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1999 — 2004
BFA, Industrial Design
Akron Public Schools July 2014 - Present
Little Tikes January 2013 - July 2014
The Little Tikes Company October 2012 - January 2013
Akron Public Schools August 2011 - October 2012
Akron Public Schools March 2007 - June 2011
Family Treasures Jewelers November 1996 - March 2004
The Little Tikes Company September 1991 - June 1998
Education
Miami University 2014 — 2015
Special Education and Teaching
Kent State University 2003 — 2006
Master's degree, Education
The University of Akron
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
Freelance Production AssistantRAW:natural born artistsAugust 2012 - Present
TEDxSanDiego October 2012 - November 2012
Little Tikes February 2012 - November 2012
Skills
Digital Illustration, Portraits, Construction and..., Adobe Creative Suite, Google Sketchup, Public Speaking, InDesign, Graphic Design, Illustration, Photography, Illustrator, Art
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 2008 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Visual Communications
Grossmont College 2010 — 2011
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Linamar Performance Center May 2012 - Present
Eston Mfg-Linamar June 2005 - December 2009
Eston Mfg-Linamar October 1998 - June 2005
Roctel Mfg-Linamar March 1996 - October 1998
Roctel Mfg-Linamar March 1992 - March 1996
Roctel Mfg March 1990 - March 1992
Little Tikes January 1986 - March 1990
GW Ennis Leather Mfg June 1982 - August 1985
Skills
Machining, PPAP, FMEA, Lean Manufacturing, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Solidworks, Manufacturing, Cost Reduction, Assembly, 5S, Kaizen, Automation, AutoCAD, Value Stream Mapping, Manufacturing..., Process Improvement, Process Engineering, ISO, Kanban, Machine Tools, TS16949, Cnc, Manufacturing..., Root Cause Analysis, APQP, SPC, Toyota Production System, Stamping, Poka Yoke, TPM, Process Capability, 5 Why, PFMEA, GD&T, Supplier Quality, QS9000, DMAIC, DFMEA, Industrial Engineering, TQM, ISO 14001, 8D Problem Solving, Quality Management, Iso 9000, Robotics, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Automotive Engineering, CNC Programming
Education
Conestoga College
Certificate, Industrial Engineering
Conestoga College
Certificate, Program Management
Conestoga College
Certificate, Machine Tool Setter Operator
Society of Manufacturing Engineers
Certification, Manufacturing Technology
Elmer's Products, Inc. August 2011 - Present
Loggerhead LLC July 2009 - December 2012
Culinary Concepts 2001 - 2010
Elmer's Products Inc October 2006 - December 2009
Robert Rothschild Farm September 2005 - October 2006
Little Tikes 2003 - 2005
Little Tikes 2002 - 2003
Little Tikes October 1997 - 2002
Lure 1999 - 2000
Applied Medical Technology 1996 - 1997
Education
University of Cincinnati 1991 — 1996
Bachelors, Mechanical Engineering
Loretta Paganini School of Cooking 1998 — 1999
Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Integrated Leadership Systems 2014 — 2015
Leadership Institute
Dutchland Plastics LLC March 2015 - Present
Little Tikes March 2014 - March 2015
The Step2 Company February 2011 - March 2014
CMCA, LLC Consultant June 2010 - March 2011
Rexam, Newark Delaware January 2008 - June 2010
CMCA, LLC. dba MRINewCastle 2007 - March 2010
PMC Global Incorporated - PCC 2005 - 2007
Duroplas Corporation 2000 - 2005
PolyOne 1995 - 2000
GE Plastics 1983 - 1995
Skills
Injection Molding, Rotational Molding, Quality Management, Operations Management, Color Management, Automotive, Sales Management, International Business, Plastics, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, 5S, DMAIC, Manufacturing, ISO, Iso 9000, Six Sigma, Quality Assurance, Kaizen, Engineering, Strategy, Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Change Management, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Product Development, Project Planning, Design for Manufacturing, Sourcing, Polymers, Materials
Education
Michigan State University 1995 — 1997
MBA - Executive, Business
Fairmont State University 1990 — 1995
BS Engineering, Architectural Design - Chemical
Ryder August 2013 - Present
Little Tikes November 2012 - March 2013
Superior Group July 2012 - November 2012
Skills
Forklift Operator, RF Scanners, Factory, Shipping, Distribution Center..., Inventory Control, Materials Management, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Warehouse Management, Process Improvement, Recruiting, Operations Management, Manufacturing, Outlook, Data Entry, Employee Relations, Supply Chain, MRP, Human Resources, Troubleshooting, Microsoft Office
Education
Arkansas State University-Newport 2005 — 2005
C,D,L
Fisher-Price 1998 - Present
Little Tikes 1991 - 1998
Hasbro 1989 - 1990
Skills
Illustration, Industrial Design, Design Strategy, Toys, Concept Design, Concept Development, Rendering, Sketching, 3D, Product Design, Concept Generation
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1981 — 1986
BFA, Industrial Design
Holy Name 1978 — 1981
Philips Design December 2014 - Present
Philips Design July 2014 - December 2014
4sight inc. May 2013 - August 2013
Evolve Group, inc. June 2012 - July 2012
Little Tikes January 2012 - April 2012
LiveRC.com June 2009 - 2011
Skills
Industrial Design, Product Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Design, Photography, Graphics, Concept Generation, Sketching, Product Development, Design Strategy, Illustrator
Education
College for Creative Studies 2010 — 2014
BFA, Industrial and Product Design
Little Tikes September 2014 - Present
OMNIFOCUS Industries Co., Ltd May 2009 - March 2011
BES Engineering Corporation January 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Industrial Design, Photoshop, User Experience, Microsoft Office, Rhino, Model Making, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Interaction Design, Rendering, Adobe Illustrator, Engineering, InDesign, Design Strategy, Product Development, Product Design
Education
College for Creative Studies 2011 — 2014
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Interdisciplinary Design
National Sun Yat-Sen University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.), Civil Engineering
CR architecture + design July 2012 - October 2014
Mine Site Technologies USA May 2011 - February 2012
Melink Corporation November 2007 - December 2010
Structus Building Technologies, Inc. July 2004 - September 2007
LSI Industries 2000 - 2004
Little Tikes 1997 - 1999
Champion Window Co. 1995 - 1997
Heartland Building Products 1992 - 1994
WKRC Radio 1987 - 1988
Skills
Direct Sales, New Business Development, National Account Sales, QSR Sales, Mining Sales, Federal Government Sales, Contract Negotiation, Customer Relations, Team Building, Team Leadership, Energy, Mining, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Forecasting, Problem Solving, Salesforce.com, Territory Management, Sales Presentations, ACT CRM, Microsoft CRM, Sales, Quality System, National Accounts, Account Management, Customer Service, Sales Force Development, Sales Management, Key Account Management, Sales Process, Management, Business Development, Selling, Leadership, Strategy, Solution Selling, B2B, Business Strategy, Channel Partners, Project Management, Manufacturing, Strategic Partnerships, Product Development, Marketing, Operations Management, Customer Retention, Sales Operations, Market Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Pricing
Education
The Ohio State University
B.A., Business Communications
Turpin High School
Little Tikes October 2012 - Present
aDawn Designs June 2004 - August 2013
Record Publishing Company December 2011 - July 2012
Mimi Vanderhaven May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
User Experience, Responsive Web Design, Adobe Fireworks, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, WordPress, Dreamweaver, Flash, CSS, Illustration, Advertising, Mac, PC, Microsoft Office, XHTML, HTML, Adobe Acrobat, Adobe Distiller, OpenX (ad server), Fetch (FTP client), ProductionManagerPro..., NewsEditPro IQue (text..., 2X Client (RDP client), Mobile Web Design, Desktop Web Design, Web Design, Flash Animation, Flash Design
Education
DeVry University 2009 — 2011
Increased design and computer knowledge by taking six classes, Web/Graphic Design
The Illinois Institute of Art-Schaumburg 2006 — 2006
Certificate, Digital Graphic Design
Ringling School of Art and Design 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Department of Illustration
Walsh University August 2010 - Present
Diebold, Inc. January 2006 - February 2010
The Junior League of Canton, Ohio, Inc. May 2005 - May 2006
Diebold, Inc. January 1999 - January 2002
Diebold, Inc. January 1996 - January 1999
Little Tikes 1993 - 1996
Education
Case Western Reserve University - Weatherhead School of Management 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Management, Management
Walsh University 1996 — 1998
Master of Arts, Management
Miami University 1988 — 1992
BS, Business Administration: Organizational Behavior and Intl Business
International Business Workshop
Six week course conducted in London, Moscow and Saint Petersburg
HEXPOL Compounding December 2006 - Present
Excel Polymers (a HEXPOL company) December 2006 - May 2011
The Flood Company July 2003 - October 2006
Sherwin-Williams August 1999 - February 2003
Little Tikes July 1995 - August 1999
NewellRubbermaid / Rubbermaid Home Products 1993 - 1999
Newell Rubbermaid 1993 - 1999
Rubbermaid May 1993 - July 1995
The J. M. Smucker Company February 1988 - August 1992
Skills
Marketing Communications, Product Development, Supply Chain, Product Management, Strategy, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Business Development, P&L Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Brand Management, Management, Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, New Business Development, Segmentation, Product Marketing, Product Launch, Leadership Development, B2B, Brand Development, Six Sigma, Public Relations, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Analysis, Direct Sales, Trade Shows, Pricing, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Sales Management, Market Analysis, Enterprise Software, Key Account Management
Education
Duke University - The Fuqua School of Business 1992 — 1994
MBA
Bluffton University 1983 — 1987
BA, Business / Accounting
University of Chicago
Executive Leadership seminar
Harmonious Spaces November 2006 - Present
Harmonious Spaces February 2005 - Present
Caledon Townhall Players June 2009 - July 2015
Research in Motion March 1998 - May 2003
Little Tikes October 1994 - October 1996
Skills
Public Speaking, Coaching, Customer Service, Time Management, Organization, Coordination, Space-planning, Management, Home Staging, Space planning, Real Estate, Closet Design, Professional Organizing, Real Estate Staging, Community Theatre, Acting, Directing, Accessorizing, Small Business, Social Networking, Event Planning, Closets, Event Management, Sales, Leadership, Marketing, Residential Homes
Education
Conestoga College 1984 — 1987
Diploma, Business Administration - Materials Management
Erin District High School 1979 — 1984
Marketing Resources & Results, Inc. March 1998 - Present
Branding & Marketing February 2006 - Present
Marketing Resources & Results, Inc. 1997 - Present
ATHENA International 2008 - Present
Little Tikes April 1991 - May 1997
Hasbro October 1983 - April 1991
Coppercraft Guild direct marketing division of Dart-Kraft February 1981 - October 1982
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Blogging, Market Planning, Advertising, Marketing Workshop..., Marketing Consulting, Website Development, New Business Development, Marketing, Corporate Branding, Brand Awareness, Lead Generation, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Entrepreneurship, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Press Releases, Strategy, Leadership, Training, Product Development, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, SEO, Google Analytics, Creative Direction, Social Networking, Product Marketing, Market Research, Public Relations, Digital Strategy, Direct Mail, Newsletters, Brand Management, B2B Marketing, Sales, Web Marketing, Trade Shows, Market Analysis, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Small Business, Publishing, Management
Education
University of Rhode Island - College of Business Administration 1983 — 1987
MBA - 85% complete
Kent State University 1975 — 1979
BS
Lakeview High School
Cortland, Ohio
The Little Tikes Company April 2007 - Present
Little Tikes August 1990 - April 2007
Little Tikes August 1985 - August 1990
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Logistics, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Cross-functional Team..., Warehousing, Lean Manufacturing, Consumer Products, Process Improvement, Six Sigma, Shipping, Manufacturing, Retail, Team Building
Education
Cuyahoga Falls High 1982 — 1985
The University of Akron
American Greetings May 2015 - Present
Cleveland Institute of Art August 2011 - May 2015
MOCA Cleveland April 2014 - February 2015
Jim Metrisin Photography December 2011 - February 2015
Little Tikes May 2014 - August 2014
CIA Design Center January 2014 - May 2014
Balance Product Development May 2013 - August 2013
MOCA Cleveland September 2011 - March 2013
Fives North American Combustion, Inc. June 2011 - August 2012
Skills
Sketching, Product Design, Industrial Design, Transportation Design, Graphic Design, Research, Drawing, Wacom Tablet, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Indesign, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Screen Printing, Circuit Board Assembly, PowerPoint, Sewing, Rendering, Illustrator, Concept Development, Keyshot, InDesign, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Design Strategy, Design Thinking
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design
Valley Forge High School 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma, Vocational Studies in Graphic Design
Little Tikes January 2014 - Present
Jakks Pacific May 2013 - January 2014
Spin Master Ltd. August 2007 - March 2013
Bruder Toys America August 2006 - August 2007
Small World Toys June 2003 - June 2006
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Toys, Consumer Products, Creative Direction, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Brand Development, Packaging, Customer Insight, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Brand Licensing, Concept Development, Cross-functional Team..., Product Design, Creative Problem Solving, Trade Marketing, Trade Shows, Creative Strategy, Brand Architecture, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Retail, Sponsorship, Product Launch, P&L Management, Product Innovation, Marketing Management, Marketing Research, Social Media, Market Planning, Pricing, FMCG, Public Relations, Facebook, International Marketing, Brand Awareness
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1999 — 2003
BA, English
Avery Products Corporation June 2015 - Present
Little Tikes April 2014 - May 2015
Mattel January 2014 - March 2014
Ergobaby September 2013 - January 2014
Ergobaby May 2013 - August 2013
Capital Group February 2012 - January 2013
Capital Group October 2008 - November 2012
Skills
Marketing, Superior Client Service, Communication Skills, Data Analysis, Multilingual, Cross-functional Team..., Mutual Funds, Financial Services, Fund Accounting, Analysis, CRM, Investments, Training, Accounting, Management, Market Research, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Brand Management
Education
University of Southern California - Marshall School of Business 2011 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
University of California, San Diego 2005 — 2008
B.S, Management Science, Minor in Music
Albany High School
Delta Air Lines April 1996 - Present
Little Tikes January 1994 - January 1997
Skills
PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Negotiation, Editing, Java, Team Building, Project Management, Social Media, Event Planning
Education
University of Phoenix 2006 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Finance, General
The University of Akron 1990 — 1993
Associate's Degree, Computer and Information Sciences and Support Services
AirBorn Inc May 2010 - Present
AESCO July 2007 - May 2010
Little Tikes May 2006 - July 2007
Charter One Bank January 2004 - August 2005
Skills
Purchasing, Supply Chain, Sales, Customer Service, Shipping, Logistics, Contract Management, Finance, Banking, Outside Sales, Forecasting, MRP, Microsoft Excel, Supply Chain Management, Electronics, Product Development, New Business Development, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Global Sourcing, Inventory Management, Manufacturing, Strategic Sourcing, Key Account Management, Account Management, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, Microsoft Office, Materials Management, Lean Manufacturing, Management, Pricing
Education
American Public University System 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Business/Management
Kent State University 2003 — 2006
Bachelor, Business (Accounting)
MacArthur
MacArthur
MuseItUp Publishing May 2011 - Present
Barberton Public Library January 2008 - March 2013
Little Tikes August 2010 - November 2011
Skills
Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Microsoft Word, Science, Fantasy, Blogging, Reviews, Research, Publications, Teaching, Novels, Published Author, Storytelling, Ebooks, Publishing, Books, Online Publishing, Fiction, Poetry, Freelance Writing, Fiction Writing, Literature, Content Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Journalism, Customer Service, Feature Articles, Editorial, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Web Content, Social Networking, Social Media, Magazines, Creative Writer, Photography, Press Releases, Content Management, Short Stories, Microsoft Office, Newsletters, Copywriting, Publicity, Writing, Content Development, History, Magazine Articles, Content Strategy, Articles
Education
Stark State College of Technology
AAS, Engineering
Stark State College of Technology
Associate Degree, Mechanical Engineering Technology 2009Computer Aided Design; Computer Aided DraftingPhysics
Lextant September 2012 - Present
Little Tikes May 2012 - July 2012
Nottingham Spirk March 2012 - May 2012
Trident Design, LLC May 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Design Research, Product Design, Sketching, Solidworks, 3D rendering, InDesign, Illustrator, Ideation, Rhino, Sketchbook Pro, Photoshop, Layout, Packaging, Art, Microsoft Office
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 2008 — 2012
BFA, Industrial Design with minor in Art History
The Ohio State University 2006 — 2008
BFA, Art
MSA - The Safety Company September 2015 - Present
MSA - The Safety Company October 2008 - Present
Graco Children's Products 2005 - 2008
Rubbermaid 2002 - 2004
Little Tikes 1995 - 2002
Education
Bowling Green State University 1992 — 1994
MBA
Massachusetts Institute of Technology
Madan Mohan Malaviya University of Technology 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's Degree
The Doon School
High School
Cleveland Institute of Art August 2014 - Present
Tervis May 2015 - August 2015
Little Tikes May 2014 - August 2014
Skills
Illustrator, Photoshop, Drawing, Sketching, InDesign, Product Design, Industrial Design, Ceramic, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Social Media, Time Management, Sewing, Concept Development, After Effects, Adobe Design Programs, Sketchbook Pro, Figure Drawing, Watercolor, Oil Painting
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Industrial and Product Design
Meadowdale High School 2008 — 2012
High School
Rhode Island School of Design 2011 — 2011
Pre-College Program : Drawing Major
LA Works January 1997 - June 2014
Little Tikes September 1986 - June 1996
Skills
Public Speaking, Fundraising, Leadership, Event Planning, Recruiting, Direct Sales
Education
Mt. San Antonio College
Regina High School
Little Tikes July 2015 - Present
Little Tikes August 2014 - July 2015
MGA Entertainment February 2014 - August 2014
Disney ABC Television Group September 2013 - February 2014
Disney ABC Television Group January 2012 - September 2013
The Jim Henson Company December 2011 - January 2012
Coloring Children's Consumption October 2010 - January 2012
The Jim Henson Company September 2011 - December 2011
The Disney Blog July 2011 - December 2011
John Wilpers Media Consulting September 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Marketing, Press Releases, Research, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Event Management, Creative Writing, Publishing, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Event Planning, Programming, Media Planning
Education
Emerson College 2008 — 2012
BS, Marketing Communications
Cleveland Institute of Art August 2012 - Present
Future Stars Summer Camp June 2014 - August 2015
Little Tikes 2015 - 2015
City of Philadelphia Mural Arts Program August 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Drawing, Sketching, Concept Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Model Making, Industrial Design, Illustration, SketchUp, PowerPoint, Solidworks, 3D Modeling, Sketchbook Pro
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2012 — 2016
Friends Select 1999 — 2012
Little Tikes May 2014 - Present
Maelle Consulting, LLC January 2014 - Present
Mattel January 1993 - October 2013
Tupperware Brands February 1990 - November 1992
Design Innovation January 1988 - January 1990
Coleco Industries, Inc. May 1987 - January 1988
Skills
Consumer Products, Product Development, Product Design, Inventor, Collaborative Problem..., Team Leadership, Management Of Creative..., Industrial Design, Autodesk Inventor, Business Development, Engineering, Sketching, Rapid Prototyping, Product Innovation, Brand Development, Design Strategy, Toys, Concept Development, Creative Direction, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Industrial and Product Design
thunder::tech June 2013 - Present
M. Hoyle Design 2009 - Present
Balance Product Development April 2012 - June 2012
Little Tikes 2011 - 2012
Intu 2010 - 2012
Blicksbags 2009 - 2012
The Cleveland Institute of Art 2005 - 2009
PartyLite June 2008 - September 2008
Dorel Juvenile Group 2007 - 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, InDesign, Product Design, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Concept Rendering, Sketching, Sketchbook Pro, Alias Studio Tools, Softgoods Prototyping, HTML + CSS, User Interface Design, Brand Development, Product Photography, Studio Lighting, Event Photography
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Industrial Design
Design and Architecture Senior High 2001 — 2005
Industrial Design
Art Center College of Design 2004 — 2004
Little Tikes 2012 - Present
Zaremba Group June 2010 - 2012
Habitat for Humanity - Summit County 2010 - July 2010
Kent State University September 2007 - May 2010
Congressman Tim Ryan September 2007 - December 2007
The University of Findlay September 2005 - May 2007
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Communications, Pricing Strategy, Product Development, Product Management, Web Content
Education
Kent State University 2007 — 2009
Bachelors of Science, Public Relations
Invacare January 2012 - Present
Foundations Childrens Products October 2008 - January 2012
MTD Products May 2006 - October 2008
Little Tikes March 2000 - January 2006
Skills
Solidworks, Pro/Engineer, Product Design, CAD, Plastic Part Design, Sheet Metal Design, Photoshop, Illustrator, Product Management, Product Creation, Consumer Products, Product Development, Product Life Cycle..., Cost Estimating, Cost Reduction..., Cost Savings, China sourcing, Global Sourcing, Product Sourcing, Unigraphics, Woodworking, Lean Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, Design for Manufacturing, Prototyping, Cost Reduction, Product Launch, FMEA, Kaizen, Pro Engineer, Plastics, Engineering Management, Manufacturing, Engineering, Molding, Machine Tools, Project Estimation, Sheet Metal, Root Cause Analysis, Geometric Dimensioning, Mechanical Engineering
Education
Pennsylvania State University-Erie Campus 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering Technology
Pennsylvania State University-Altoona Campus 1993 — 1995
Associates, Mechanical Engineering Technology
Korus Sound October 2013 - April 2014
Intuit June 1998 - November 2000
Palladium Interactive Software September 1997 - June 1998
IMSI September 1996 - September 1997
Hasbro June 1994 - September 1996
Little Tikes October 1990 - June 1993
Hewlett-Packard October 1986 - October 1990
Skills
Customer Service, Marketing
Education
Baldwin Wallace University 1988 — 1990
Business / Marketing
University of Toledo 1982 — 1984
Associate’s Degree, Business and Data Processing Technology
A Sign Above June 2013 - Present
HOPE ADVANTAGE – Home School Co-op January 2008 - Present
Church of the Hills January 2008 - January 2011
GE/REUTER-STOKES January 1980 - January 1993
LITTLE TIKES January 1978 - January 1979
Skills
Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Bookkeeping, Customer Service, General Office Skills, Receptionist Duties, Journal Entries, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, General Ledger, Financial Statements, Cash, Balance, Account Reconciliation, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, UPS Shipping
Education
Cuyahoga Community College 1980 — 1983
Various Business Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Cuyahoga Valley Career Center 1979 — 1980
Graduate of CVCC, Legal Secretary
Graduate of Nordonia High School 1977 — 1980
Diploma, General Studies
PNC Bank November 2009 - Present
National City Bank July 2005 - November 2009
National City Corporation April 2004 - July 2005
National City Corporation December 2000 - April 2004
Little Tikes 1997 - 1999
Diebold 1995 - 1997
Skills
Vendor Management, Banking, Business Analysis, Project Management, Process Improvement, Risk Management, Accounting, Change Management, Business Process..., Customer Service, Finance, Human Resources, Leadership, Procurement, SDLC, Strategic Planning, Management, Program Management, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions
Education
The University of Akron 1990 — 1995
BS, Accounting
Walsh Jesuit High School 1986 — 1989
The University of Akron
BA, Finance
University of Phoenix
MBA, Technology Management
Bluff Manufacturing March 2015 - Present
Bluff Manufacturing, Inc. October 2012 - Present
Pringle Consulting January 2007 - October 2012
Ascend Marketing January 2008 - September 2011
Sally Beauty Company June 2003 - December 2006
Spirit International March 2002 - May 2003
The Bombay Company September 1998 - November 2001
PageNet 1996 - 1998
Little Tikes June 1986 - February 1995
BFGoodrich 1981 - 1982
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Analytics, Web Analytics, Branding Development, Database Marketing, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Multi-channel Retail, Specialty Retail, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Communications, Business Strategy, Business Intelligence, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing ROI, E-commerce, Partnership Marketing, Loyalty Programs, Loyalty Marketing, CRM, Segmentation, Offline Marketing, Consumer Goods Marketing, Product Management, New Product Development, Forecasting, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Marketing Research, Competitive Analysis, Collaborative, Customer Acquisition, Brand Management, Budgeting, P&L, Pricing, Retail, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Advertising, Packaging, Product Development, Sales, Marketing, Management, Strategy
Education
Case Western Reserve University - Weatherhead School of Management
MBA
Northwestern University
BA
little tikes August 2002 - Present
smartshape design corp. May 2001 - May 2002
Skills
Sketching, Model Making, Product Design, Drawing, Toys, Industrial Design, Ideation, Toy Design, Prototyping, Concept Development, Consumer Products, CAD, Pro/Engineer
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1996 — 2002
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Industrial and Product Design
Moen Incorporated November 2012 - Present
Moen Incorporated April 2010 - November 2012
Moen Incorporated May 2008 - April 2010
Rubbermaid Home Products August 2006 - December 2007
Rubbermaid Home Products October 2005 - August 2006
Little Tikes June 2003 - October 2005
Little Tikes January 2001 - June 2003
Skills
Product Development, Product Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Market Research, Pricing, Global Sourcing, Strategic Planning, Marketing Research, Retail, Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Budgets, P&L Management, Product Launch, Product Management, Market Planning, Pricing Strategy, Customer Insight, Forecasting, Marketing Management, Segmentation, Market Analysis
Education
John Carroll University 1996 — 2000
B.S.B.A, Business Management
little tikes
Skills
Toys, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Design Strategy, Art Direction, Product Design, Product Development, Plastics, Sketching, Consumer Products, Design for Manufacturing, Rapid Prototyping, Packaging, Merchandising, Creative Direction, Design Thinking, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Education
The Ohio State University 1980 — 1985
TOMY International February 2015 - Present
Tomy International April 2011 - Present
Hasbro September 2007 - March 2011
Nintendo of America August 2006 - August 2007
Little Tikes 2002 - 2006
Skills
Consumer Products, Product Marketing, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Sales, Market Planning, Forecasting, Key Account Development, Key Account Management
Education
Saint Joseph's University - Erivan K. Haub School of Business 1997 — 2002
The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company January 2012 - Present
Goodyear Tire and Rubber October 2009 - December 2011
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company May 2008 - October 2009
Goodyear Tire & Rubber July 2006 - May 2007
Goodyear Tire & Rubber November 2003 - May 2007
Goodyear Tire & Rubber May 1999 - November 2003
rubbermaid 1980 - 1999
Little Tikes 1995 - 1997
Skills
SAP Implementation, Infrastructure, Quality Assurance, Integration, ERP, IT Management, Management, SAP
Education
Ashland University 1991 — 1993
MBA, Business Adminstration
Kent State University 1986 — 1989
BS in Industrial Technology, CAD, Computer integrated manufacturing
Kent State University 1984 — 1985
AAB Computer Science, Computer Science
Kent State University 1982 — 1984
AAS Electrical Engineering, Electrical Engineering
Progressive Insurance June 2014 - Present
Ledgemont Local School District August 2010 - Present
Progressive Insurance January 2012 - June 2014
Progressive Insurance January 2010 - January 2012
Progressive Insurance June 2008 - January 2010
Progressive Insurance May 2007 - June 2008
The University of Akron January 2003 - May 2007
Little Tikes August 2005 - March 2007
Skills
REXX, JCL, ISPF, ESP, Linux, z/OS, z/VM, Websphere MQ, Mainframe, Automation, SQL, IBM Mainframe, TSO, Software Documentation, Windows, Databases, Active Directory, CICS, Visual Basic, DB2, Windows Server, IT Operations, MVS, DNS, Technical Support, Troubleshooting, Unix, Apache
Education
The University of Akron 2002 — 2007
Bachelor of Science
Louisville High School 1998 — 2002
Honors Diploma
Myers Industries -Lawn and Garden Segment August 2014 - Present
Myers Industries -Lawn and Garden Segment September 2010 - August 2014
Myers Industries -Distribution Segment October 2009 - November 2010
Myers Industries -Distribution Segment July 2007 - October 2009
Little Tikes February 2006 - July 2007
Goodyear December 2004 - February 2006
Newell Rubbermaid 2000 - 2004
Hendrickson 1999 - 2000
Skills
Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Forecasting, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Plastics, Supply Chain Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Supply Chain, Cross-functional Team..., ERP, Pricing, Inventory Management, Management, P
Education
John Carroll University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, Finance
Ashland University 2000 — 2004
MBA
The Step2 Company, LLC 2000 - Present
Newell/Rubbermaid 1998 - 2000
Little Tikes 1997 - 1998
Little Tikes 1995 - 1997
Little Tikes 1986 - 1995
Skills
Graphics, Advertising, Product Development, Consumer Products, Market Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Product Management, Marketing Strategy, Strategy
Education
The University of Akron 1976 — 1980
FCA Fiat Chrysler Automobiles July 2011 - Present
Johnson Controls September 2005 - June 2011
Car Design fetish January 2007 - May 2011
Wayne State University January 2009 - May 2010
Plastech 2005 - 2005
Little Tikes 2003 - 2005
Lear Corporation June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Product Design, Photoshop, Automotive Design, Industrial Design, Alias Studio Tools, Sketching, Design Strategy, Concept Development, Model Making, Concept Design, Design Thinking, Sketchbook Pro, Product Development, Illustrator, Drawing, Graphic Design, Ergonomics, Concept Generation, Rendering, Design for Manufacturing, Automotive, User-centered Design, Injection Molding, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustration, Creative Problem Solving, Graphics, Creative Direction, Product Innovation, Brand Development, Vehicles, Logo Design, Alias Automotive
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2000 — 2005
BFA, Automotive/ Product Design
FirstEnergy Solutions September 2014 - Present
FirstEnergy Solutions December 2012 - September 2014
FirstEnergy Solutions March 2006 - December 2012
Little Tikes 2002 - 2006
Little Tikes 1996 - 2002
Skills
Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Six Sigma, Business Process..., Data Analysis, Forecasting, Analysis, Pricing, Continuous Improvement, Business Analysis, Project Management, Financial Modeling, SAP, Product Development, Process Engineering, Energy, Financial Analysis, Strategic Planning, Energy Markets, Program Management, Management, Business Strategy, Strategy, Budgets, Product Marketing, Electricity Markets
Education
Case Western Reserve University 2000 — 2002
Master's degree, Engineering Management
Miami University 1992 — 1996
BS, Manufacturing Engineering
DRC Industries, Inc. February 2014 - Present
United Financial Group, LLC October 2012 - Present
National Hospitality Brokers November 2007 - October 2009
O'Charley's Restaurant October 2007 - April 2009
Applebees Neighborhood Bar & Grille October 2001 - October 2007
Jillians Entertainment, LLC April 1998 - October 2001
Little Tikes April 1987 - March 1998
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Real Estate, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Marketing, Management, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Investment Properties, Operations Management, Event Management, Direct Sales, Sales Presentations, Sales Motivation
Education
Kent State University 1987 — 1991
US Wings Inc. 2010 - Present
Deck the Yard 2007 - 2010
Babywize LLC 2003 - 2007
Nova Labs 2000 - 2003
Mondial Industries ( Diaper Genie) 1998 - 1999
Playskool Baby 1997 - 1998
Century Products ( now Graco) 1993 - 1997
Little Tikes 1982 - 1992
Skills
Sales Managerment, Product Management, Advertising, SEO, Product Development, Team Building, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Management, Marketing, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Account Management
Education
John Carroll University 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Management/Finance
St. Ignatius High School
Designing Smiles January 2004 - Present
Little Tikes September 2000 - January 2004
Learning Express August 1999 - June 2000
Skills
Industrial Design, Product Design, Sketching, Concept Development, Photoshop, Illustrator, Book Illustration, Design Strategy, Product Development, Toys, Concept Design, Pro Engineer, Rapid Prototyping, Rendering
Education
North Carolina State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Industrial Design, Industrial and Product Design
North Carolina State University
Bachelor of Industrial Design
COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY OF COLUMBIANA January 2009 - January 2011
PENGUIN PLASTICS LLC January 2006 - January 2009
Penguin Plastics LLC. 2004 - August 2008
Little Tikes January 2002 - January 2006
WW Heating & Air Conditioning January 2001 - January 2002
MITSUBISHI HEAVY INDUSTRIES OF AMERICA January 1999 - January 2001
TOLSON COMFORT SYSTEMS January 1997 - January 1999
Skills
Graduated from New...
Education
KENT STATE
Diploma, Manufacturing Engineering
SALEM HIGH SCHOOL
Diploma
New Castle School of Trades
Associate Degree, Refrigeration & A/C Technology
Amazon April 2014 - Present
Little Tikes February 2007 - April 2014
MGA Entertainment January 2004 - March 2007
Quallion June 2000 - February 2004
Skills
Data Analysis, Supply Chain, Distribution, Production Planning, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Operations Management, Project Management, Team Building, Management, Logistics, Project Planning, Budgets, Procurement
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology/ Business Admin
Long Beach Polytechnic High School 1988 — 1992
Foundations Worldwide, Inc. January 2012 - Present
Foundations Worldwide, Inc. October 2005 - January 2011
Little Tikes 2000 - 2005
Little Tikes, Newell Rubbermaid 2000 - 2005
Skills
Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Global Sourcing, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Forecasting, Supply Chain Management, Plastics, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain, Product Design, Six Sigma, Competitive Analysis, Product Management, ISO, Automotive, Purchasing
Education
Cleveland State University 1997 — 1999
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General
Bowling Green State University 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Purchasing, Procurement/Acquisitions and Contracts Management
Cuyahoga Falls Library 2001 - Present
Stow Munroe Falls Public Library 1996 - 2001
Little TIkes 1990 - 1995
Education
Kent State University 1995 — 1997
MLS, Children's
Kent State University 1972 — 1976
BA, English
DePersia & Associates LLC 2004 - Present
Woodplay Playsets 1998 - 2003
Step 2 1995 - 1998
Little Tikes 1990 - 1995
The Little Tikes Company 1987 - 1989
The Little Tikes Company 1986 - 1987
The Little Tikes Company 1983 - 1985
Savin 1978 - 1982
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Real Estate, Negotiation, Sales, Location Intelligence, Retail, Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management, Brokerage, Real Estate Transactions, Disposition, Business Planning, Leadership, Customer Service, Selling, Market Analysis
Education
University of New Haven
Bachelor of Science, Marketing
3M August 2013 - Present
3M April 2004 - June 2014
3M April 2013 - June 2013
3M April 2010 - June 2010
3M February 2003 - December 2003
3M May 2000 - January 2003
The Little Tikes Company March 1998 - April 2000
Little Tikes April 1996 - February 1998
Nordson Corporation November 1995 - March 1996
Nordson Corporation April 1995 - October 1995
Skills
Supply Chain, Six Sigma, Supply Chain Management, Manufacturing, Supply Chain..., MRP, APICS, S&OP implementation, Logistics, Inventory Management, Lean Manufacturing, Production Planning, Demand Planning, CPIM, Global Sourcing, Supply Chain Operations, Materials Management, Strategic Sourcing, Demand Management, Supply Management
Education
Kent State University 1996 — 1998
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Entrepreneurial Management
Bowling Green State University 1986 — 1990
BSBA, Supply Chain Management
Cuyahoga Falls Library May 2001 - Present
Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library June 1996 - May 2001
Little Tikes October 1990 - September 1995
Skills
Library, Library Science, Collection Development, Information Literacy, Editing, Library Management, Public Libraries, Virtual Reference, Electronic Resources, Library Research, Books, Proofreading, Library Instruction, Reader's Advisory, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Library Reference, Circulation
Education
Kent State University 1995 — 1997
MLS, Librarianship
Kent State University 1972 — 1976
B.A., English
Cleveland Institute of Art August 2012 - Present
Little Tikes November 2010 - December 2011
Balance Product Development October 2009 - June 2010
Nottingham Spirk Design 1989 - 2009
Cleveland Institute of Art September 1980 - May 1989
Greenlee Hess Industrial Design Inc. August 1985 - August 1988
Bonfoey on the Square Fine Art Gallery January 1979 - January 1982
Skills
Model Making, Rendering, Sculpture, Cross-platform..., Sketching, Industrial Design, Concept Development, Product Design, Technical Leadership, Drawing, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Concept Design, Experience Design, Design for Manufacturing, Logo Design, Packaging, Photography, Alias Studio Tools, Design Management, Concept Generation, Graphics, Rapid Prototyping, Corporate Identity, Illustration, Design Thinking, Creative Direction, 3D rendering, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, 3D visualization, Solidworks, Design Research, Painting, Typography, 3D Modeling, User-centered Design, Creative Problem Solving, Interaction Design, Design Strategy, User Experience, User Experience Design, Illustrator, 3D, Sketchbook Pro
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 1986 — 1989
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design
Cleveland Institute of Art 1975 — 1980
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fine Art Drawing
Integrity Rotational Molding LLC August 2002 - Present
PlayPower LT Farmington Inc., Little Tikes Commercial October 1993 - September 1997
little tikes 1980 - 1988
Skills
Plastics, Molding, Product Design, Manufacturing, Machine Tools, Product Development, Design for Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Industrial Design, R&D, Packaging, Manufacturing..., Thermoforming, Injection Molding, Engineering, 5S, Automotive, Resin, Root Cause Analysis, Rotational Molding, SPC, Six Sigma, Strategic Planning, Thermoplastic Elastomers, Thermoplastics, Additives, Coatings, Compounding, Elastomers, ISO, Machining, Manufacturing..., Materials, Mould Design, Plastics Compounding, Plastics Engineering, Plastics Industry, Polymer Compounding, Polymers, Product Management
Education
The University of Akron
The University of Akron
Polymer/Plastics Engineering
DAVIS STANDARD LLC September 1995 - Present
little tikes 1978 - 1986
Skills
Plastics, Blow Molding, Engineering, Molding, Thermoplastics, Extrusion, Injection Molding, PLC, Thermoforming, Product Development, Machine Tools, Manufacturing..., Plastics Engineering, Machining, Manufacturing..., ISO, SPC, SMED, Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Stamping, 5S, Elastomers, TPM, Product Design, Continuous Improvement, Plant Management, Process Engineering, Kaizen, Polymers, Moldflow, FMEA, Six Sigma, Root Cause Analysis, Engineering Management, Process Improvement, DMAIC, Manufacturing Operations, OEE, Operations Management, Design for Manufacturing, Process Control, R&D, Factory, Plant Maintenance, Plastic Extrusion, TQM, Scientific Molding, Packaging Engineering, Rotational Molding
Education
The Ohio State University
Freckle 2009 - Present
Jo Ann Stores 2006 - 2009
Archiver's 2005 - 2007
Little Tikes 2005 - 2006
Jo-Ann Stores, LLC. 2002 - 2005
Education
Kent State University 2000 — 2002
Bachelor's degree, Fashion Merchandising
Fashion Institute of Technology 1998 — 2000
Associate's degree, Fashion Merchandising
Little Tikes August 2011 - Present
Little Tikes March 2010 - Present
National Machine Company August 2006 - February 2008
Skills
Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Facebook, Event Planning, Research, Microsoft Excel
Education
The University of Akron 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Studies
Farm Design, Inc. January 2011 - Present
Newell Rubbermaid June 2010 - December 2010
Fisher Price June 2009 - August 2009
Little Tikes May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Industrial Design, Sketchbook Pro, Product Development, Rendering, Design Thinking, Concept Generation, Concept Design, Alias Studio Tools, Sketching
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art 2006 — 2010
BFA, Industrial Design
Interdesign, Inc. February 1999 - Present
Little Tikes 1988 - 1994
Kent Mold and Manufacturing November 1986 - March 1988
Gauer Mold and Machine May 1984 - November 1986
The General Foam Plastics Company April 1982 - October 1983
Skills
Injection Molding, Manufacturing, Plastics, Molding, Product Development, Pro Engineer, Machine Tools, Product Design, Design for Manufacturing, Lean Manufacturing, Blow Molding, Materials, Packaging, Automotive, CAD, Thermoforming, Rapid Prototyping, Engineering, Extrusion, Manufacturing..., Moldflow, Machining, Die Casting, Rotational Molding, Mold Design, Product Management, Mentoring, Quality Assurance, Steel Design, Ceramic, Supplier Sourcing, Supplier Evaluation, Supplier Negotiation, Supplier Development, Supplier Quality, Employee Training, Quality Control, Material Selection, Continuous Improvement, Fixtures, Design Engineering, Solid Modeling, Polymers, Sheet Metal, Engineering Management
Education
The University of Akron 1994 — 1998
Bachelors of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Locke Lord LLP 2011 - Present
Gordon & Jacobson, P.C. 2007 - 2011
Sofer & Haroun, LLP 2005 - 2006
Luboja & Thau, LLP 2004 - 2005
Little Tikes 1999 - 2000
Eaton 1997 - 1999
Skills
Patentability, Trademarks, Commercial Litigation, Patent Prosecution, Litigation, Courts, Legal Research, Intellectual Property, Legal Writing, Patents, Mediation, Prosecution, Appeals, Patent Litigation, Trade Secrets, Civil Litigation
Education
Case Western Reserve University School of Law 2000 — 2003
JD
Cornell University 1993 — 1997
BS, Mechanical Engineering
Essential June 2010 - Present
Juli Designs January 2008 - Present
The MVA May 2009 - September 2009
Worrell September 2007 - December 2007
Essential May 2006 - August 2006
Little Tikes May 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Industrial Design, Illustration, Sketching, Design Strategy, Design Thinking, Experience Design, Photoshop, Concept Development, CSS, Product Design, User-centered Design, Concept Generation
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2008 — 2009
Graphic Design
Cleveland Institute of Art 2002 — 2007
BFA, Industrial Design
New World School of the Arts 1998 — 2002
Visual Arts
Battelle March 1994 - April 2001
Joss Design Group March 1993 - March 1994
Thomson Consumer Electronics 1993 - 1993
Ethicon, Inc. 1992 - 1992
Design Continuum Inc 1992 - 1992
Little Tikes 1991 - 1991
Stagecraft Costuming Inc. 1989 - 1989
Education
University of Cincinnati
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Industrial Design
University of Cincinnati
Co-operative Education Program, Industrial Design
University of Cincinnati
Industrial Design Bachelor of Science, Industrial Design
sidney high school
Excel Industries - Hesston KS September 2012 - Present
Oatey Company June 2011 - August 2012
Coltene Whaledent 2005 - June 2011
Little Tikes 1997 - 2001
Little Tikes Toy Company 1997 - 2001
Education
University of Cincinnati 1975 — 1979
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Purcell
HEALTHY LIFE SCREENING February 2009 - Present
Little Tikes April 1996 - December 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Healthcare, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Kent State University
Business Administration and Management, General
Ohio School of Broadcasting
Radio and Television
CF Foundation May 2012 - Present
NorthStar Memorial Group April 2005 - April 2010
Sovereign Realty 2003 - 2004
Little Tikes December 2001 - November 2002
TekSystems August 2000 - December 2000
Warren County Data Processing March 2000 - June 2000
Skills
PC Hardware, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Windows XP,..., Phone support, website development via..., Website Development, Database Administration
Education
College of Central Florida 2011 — 2012
Associate of Science (A.S.), Computer Infomation Technology, Sophmore
Akron Children's Hospital June 2012 - Present
Akron-Summit County Public Library April 2001 - June 2012
Akron Children's Hospital 2003 - April 2005
Akron Children's Hospital 1999 - 2003
Little Tikes January 1998 - January 1999
Akron Children's Hospital 1996 - January 1998
Akron Children's Hospital August 1983 - 1996
Skills
Public Relations, Media Relations, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications, Newsletters, Strategic Communications, Editing, Copy Editing, AP Style, Proofreading, Community Outreach, Journalism, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Social Media, Copywriting, Community Development, Fundraising, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Grant Writing
Education
Kent State University 1998 — 2002
Master's Degree, Library and Information Science
Kent State University 1980 — 1986
Master's Degree, Journalism/PR
The University of Akron 1973 — 1977
B.A., History
The Pampered Chef 2013 - Present
Together We Organize 2011 - 2014
Little Tikes 1991 - 2002
Education
Cleveland Institute of Art
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design