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metroConnections Employees
ALTOUR June 2015 - Present
metroConnections September 2014 - June 2015
metroConnections September 2013 - September 2014
Altour July 2010 - September 2013
Advantage Performance Network August 2005 - July 2010
Skills
Hospitality, Event Management, Management, Marketing, Meeting Planning, Trade Shows, Event Planning, Incentive Travel, Tourism, Account Management, Incentives, Social Media, New Business Development, Corporate Events, Travel Management, Team Building, Customer Service, Budgets, Business Travel, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Online Registration..., Purchasing, Contract Negotiation
Education
Minnesota School of Business-Shakopee 2007 — 2011
Associate's, Business Administration
Gustavus Adolphus College 2006 — 2007
Elementary Education
Prior Lake High School 2002 — 2006
Thomson Reuters April 2014 - Present
FindLaw, a Thomson Reuters business July 2013 - Present
FindLaw, a Thomson Reuters business May 2012 - July 2013
FindLaw, a Thomson Reuters business May 2011 - April 2012
metroConnections March 2010 - April 2011
metroConnections September 2008 - March 2010
metroConnections May 2007 - November 2008
Loyola University School of Business Administration Executive Education June 2006 - May 2007
Loyola Law School Computing Services September 2005 - June 2006
Loyola University Chicago September 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Web Architecture, Program Management, Process Improvement, Marketing, Social Media, SEO, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Online Advertising, Training, Analysis, Sales, Strategy
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, International Studies
metroConnections January 2015 - Present
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Communication, General
Apropos Studio February 2013 - Present
Mercury Mosaics December 2012 - February 2013
metroConnections August 2011 - October 2012
Flavor Paper 2007 - 2008
Blaine Kern Studios 2006 - 2007
Skills
Quality Assurance, Illustration, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Sculpture, Motion Graphics, Fabrication, Molding, Videography, Props, Adobe Creative Suite, Metal Fabrication, Mac, Digital Illustration, Art Direction
Education
Oklahoma State University 2008 — 2011
BFA, Graphic Design
Art Institute of Pittsburgh 1999 — 2001
Associate's degree, Industrial and Product Design
metroConnections January 2006 - Present
Skills
Illustration, Corporate Events, Advertising, Meeting Planning, Creative Direction, Social Media, Live Events, Trade Shows, Event Management, Production Managment, AV, Event Planning, Web Design, Coordinating Events, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Hospitality, Marketing
Education
Sessions College 2010 — 2012
Advanced Professional Certificate Program in Graphic Design, Graphic Design - Concentration in Print Design, A
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (BS), Geography
metroConnections July 2013 - Present
Lund Food Holdings, Inc. January 2012 - July 2013
Explore Minnesota Tourism May 2012 - August 2012
Lund Food Holdings, Inc. August 2007 - January 2012
Skills
Time Management, Customer Service, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Hospitality, Facebook, Social Networking, Event Management, Critical Thinking, Outlook
Education
St. Cloud State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Travel and Tourism
Super Radiator Coils August 2013 - Present
Independent Furniture and Design Comissions 2002 - Present
Calrson JPM Store Fixtures 2007 - August 2013
Custom Furniture Designer/Builder December 2005 - January 2007
metroConnections June 1997 - March 2002
Skills
Industrial Design, Product Development, Product Design, Solidworks, Fine Woodworking, Metal Fabrication, Custom Furniture, Modern Furniture, Lighting Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Engineered Wood Products, Welding, Cabinetry, Kitchen & Bath Design, Finish Work, AutoCAD, Woodworking, Furniture, Upholstery, Technical Design, Technical Drawing, Finish, Wood, Fixtures, Laser Cutting, Model Making, SolidWorks
Education
Minneapolis College of Art and Design 2002 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Furniture Design and Manufacturing
metroConnections May 1994 - May 2014
BC Productions November 1991 - January 1994
Skills
Meeting Planning, Event Management, Trade Shows
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato
metroConnections
Skills
Meeting Planning, Time Management, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Event Management, Coordinating Events, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Large Budget Management, Trade Shows, Fundraising, Tourism
Education
St. Cloud State University
Travel and Tourism
Epic September 2015 - Present
Iowa Medical Society September 2014 - April 2015
Delta Gamma January 2014 - December 2014
Court Avenue Restaurant and Brewing Company September 2013 - March 2014
Grant Thornton LLP March 2013 - July 2013
metroConnections January 2010 - June 2013
Emmott Bennett Family May 2012 - August 2012
Timko Family Residence October 2005 - August 2012
Snyders Drug Stores February 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Structural Biology, Product Marketing, Microsoft Office, Medical Devices, Leadership, Social Networking, Social Media, Facebook, Talent Intelligence, Succession Planning, Marketing Research, Sales, Public Speaking, Market Research, Customer Service, Marketing, Event Planning, Cultural Awareness, Research, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Public Relations, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Fundraising, Microsoft Word, Outlook
Education
Drake University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Marketing and Biology
University of Sydney 2013 — 2013
Marketing
Orono High School 2008 — 2011
First Christian Church (Disciples of Christ) 2014 - Present
metroConnections 2005 - Present
First Christian Church September 2012 - June 2014
Community Programs in the Arts (COMPAS) March 2007 - April 2014
Living Spirit United Methodist Church August 2007 - August 2011
Lake Harriet Christian Church September 2004 - June 2007
Community of Grace Christian Church September 2004 - June 2007
History Theatre, Inc. July 2004 - March 2007
Timbre Music August 2004 - June 2006
Northfield Lines, Inc. September 2003 - June 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Raiser's Edge, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Music, Arts, Theatre, Singing, Event Management, Teaching, Fundraising, Administration, Public Relations, Customer Relations, Customer Service, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Word, Excel, Editing, Advertising, PowerPoint, Problem Solving, Social Media, Writing, Community Outreach, Marketing Communications, Program Development, Outlook, Planning, Microsoft Word, Fundraisers, Microsoft Excel, Project Planning, System Administration, Nonprofits, Preaching, Pastoral Care, Team Building, Conducting, Leadership, Music Education, Choral, Piano, Volunteer Management, Social Networking, Orchestral Music, Performing Arts, Grant Writing, Creative Writing
Education
Phillips Theological Seminary 2010 — 2014
Masters of Divinity
University of St. Thomas 2007 — 2007
Mini-MBA, Non-Profit Organizations
Chadron State College 1995 — 1995
Graduate Studies, Music Education
University of Nebraska at Kearney 1995 — 1995
Graduate Studies, Music Education
Crown College 1991 — 1992
BME, Music Education
Grace University 1987 — 1991
Music Education & Church Music
Western Washington University 1985 — 1986
metroConnections March 2013 - Present
MasterCuts September 2012 - March 2013
TGI Fridays August 2011 - August 2012
St. Cloud State University August 2011 - May 2012
State Farm- Kristen Stebbins Agency February 2011 - July 2011
St. Cloud State University August 2009 - December 2010
Skills
Problem Solving, Teaching Skills, Decision Making, Creative, Teaching, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Community Outreach, Leadership, Leadership Development, Budgets, Sales
Education
St. Cloud State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Travel and Tourism
metroConnections July 2015 - Present
Target June 2011 - May 2015
St. Olaf College January 2009 - May 2011
Talbots 2005 - 2008
Skills
Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Project Management, Event Management, Creative Writing, Blogging, Customer Service, Management, Meeting Planning, Editing, Higher Education, Sales, Budgets, Floral Design, Styling, Sewing, Social Media, Social Networking, Event Production, Marketing Event Planning, Community Outreach, Time Management
Education
St. Olaf College 2004 — 2008
B.A., History, American Studies
Robbinsdale Area Schools (in Minnesota) February 2015 - Present
metroConnections June 2014 - February 2015
Twin Ports Insurance January 2014 - June 2014
ZMC Hotels September 2013 - December 2013
Townsquare Media June 2013 - October 2013
Communicating Common Ground, SCSU Chapter January 2013 - May 2013
Old Chicago Restaurants July 2012 - May 2013
Travel & Tourism Club, SCSU Chapter January 2012 - May 2013
St. Cloud Downtown Council September 2012 - December 2012
Mexican Village Too September 2010 - June 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Mac OS X, Photoshop, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Event Planning, Event Management, Catering, Restaurants, Customer Service, Social Media, Hospitality, Project Planning, Fundraising, Tourism, Time Management, Facebook, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Research, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Leadership, Outlook, Blogging, Creative Writing, Food, Press Releases, Meeting Planning, Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Online Marketing, Public Speaking, Account Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Photography
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 2015 — 2016
Masters of Science, Special Education - SLD
St. Cloud State University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication, Travel and Tourism, Intercultural Communication
ASPIRE Beverage Company July 2013 - Present
ASPIRE Beverage Company May 2014 - August 2014
Culinaire September 2012 - August 2013
metroConnections June 2008 - August 2013
metroConnections May 2012 - August 2012
metroConnections March 2012 - March 2012
abercrombie kids August 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Facebook, Marketing, Social Networking, Social Media, Event Planning, International Business, Sales, Brazilian Portuguese, Spanish, Office Administration, Management, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Event Management
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Marketing & Spanish/Portuguese Studies
University of Wisconsin-La Crosse 2011 — 2012
Orono High School
GEO Studio Tambaú 2009 — 2010
metroConnections April 2013 - Present
The Best Western Doublewood Inn April 2012 - April 2013
The Best Western Doublewood Inn June 2012 - August 2012
The Ramanda Plaza Suites April 2011 - April 2012
Granite City Food & Brewery September 2010 - April 2011
Maynard's Restaurant May 2009 - August 2010
North Dakota State Univeristy Football Team March 2009 - May 2010
Caribou Coffee December 2008 - August 2009
Caribou Coffee October 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Conference Registration, Customer Service, Corporate Events, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Coordinating Events, Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Food & Beverage, Catering, Food, Hospitality Management, Hotels
Education
North Dakota State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Hospitality and Tourism Management
Minnetonka Highschool
Polaris Industries November 2013 - Present
metroConnections September 2011 - November 2013
Cold Spring Granite August 2006 - August 2011
Birthline Board of Directors November 2006 - December 2009
Leighton Broadcasting February 2005 - May 2006
Skills
Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Development of..., InDesign, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Photoshop, Ektron Content..., Public Speaking, Marketing Management, Analytical Skills, Google Analytics, Website Updating, Advertising Management, Vendor Relationships, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Research, Leadership, Social Media, Graphic Design
Education
St. Cloud State University 2002 — 2006
Marketing
metroConnections October 2014 - Present
Skills
Event Planning, Event Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Excel, Time Management, Expocad, Microsoft Access, Access, Microsoft Excel, Budgets, Negotiation, Logistics, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Hotels, Hospitality, Marketing, Sales
Education
Southwest Minnesota State University 2006 — 2010
BA, Hospitality Management, Hotel/Restaurant Management
CodeWeavers 2014 - Present
Freelance Marketing Consultant 2010 - Present
metroConnections 2014 - 2014
CodeWeavers 2010 - 2014
NAI The Vaughan Company 2007 - 2010
JobDig 2006 - 2007
Promosynthesis 2005 - 2006
Skills
Brochures, Advertising, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Writing, Web Design, Promotions, Web Development, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Logo Design, Marketing Research, Software, Commercial Real Estate, Product Marketing, Product Launch, Social Networking, Facebook, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Media, Copywriting, Online Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Photography, Creative Strategy, Digital Marketing, InDesign, Corporate Branding, WordPress, Joomla, Project Management, Brand Management, Mac, PPC, Market Research, Strategic Communications, Brand Development, Google Analytics, Integrated Marketing, Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Direct Mail, Creative Direction, Digital Strategy, Digital Media, SEM, Direct Marketing
Education
Brainco 2005 — 2007
Art Direction
University of Colorado Boulder 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science in Journalism, Advertising
Benilde St. Margaret's 1996 — 2000
metroConnections March 2012 - Present
Dayworks June 2009 - March 2012
James Carroll Trim Carpentry November 2000 - 2012
Tappe Construction November 2000 - December 2006
SGN Architects August 1997 - November 2000
Skills
Carpentry, Decks, Doors, Stairs, Home, Renovation, Interior Trim, Construction, Finish Work, Construction Management, Custom Remodeling, Friendly Personality, Close Attention to..., Framing, Customer Service
Education
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 1998 — 2002
Cabinetmaking, Cabinet design, construction
metroConnections March 2014 - Present
Arthritis Foundation December 2013 - March 2014
Red Frog Events May 2011 - December 2013
Red Frog Events September 2011 - September 2013
Red Frog Events September 2011 - September 2013
Iowa State Daily Newspaper August 2010 - May 2011
Alpha Chi Omega January 2010 - December 2010
Iowa State Hip-Hop Club May 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Management, Time Management, Marketing, Event Planning, Public Relations, Sponsorship, Social Media, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations
Education
Iowa State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science in Journalism and Mass Communications with an emphasis in Public Relations, Minor in Event Management and Business Communications
metroConnections December 2013 - Present
metroConnections March 2012 - December 2013
Christ Presbyterian Church (CPC) September 2011 - April 2012
Augsburg College February 2011 - May 2011
The Children's Theatre Company June 2010 - September 2010
Augsburg College November 2006 - April 2010
Target Center October 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Budgeting, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Tour Management, Customer Service, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Office Organization, Prioritization, Administration, Word, Raiser's Edge, Salesforce.com, Intacct, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budgets, Research, Nonprofits
Education
Augsburg College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's, Business Administration (Music Business) and Accounting
Knowledge Marketing November 2013 - Present
metroConnections, Inc August 2009 - November 2013
metroConnections November 2007 - August 2009
metroConnections March 2007 - November 2007
metroConnections February 2006 - February 2007
Meritain Health (Formerly CBSA, Inc) September 2005 - February 2006
Skills
Budget Management, Client Development, Cross-functional Team..., Logistics, Event Management, Contract Negotiation, Budget Reconciliation, Third Party Vendor..., Budgets, Trade Shows, Customer Service, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Project Management, Corporate Events, Time Management, Negotiation, Coordinating Events, Marketing, Hospitality, Marketing Communications, Training
Education
St. Cloud State University 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Travel and Tourism
metroConnections October 2014 - Present
metroConnections April 2014 - October 2014
The Chip Shoppe September 2006 - December 2013
St Cloud Area Convention and Visitors Bureau November 2012 - May 2013
Country Inn and Suites by Carlson January 2012 - December 2012
Holiday Inn Express & Suites St. Cloud April 2011 - November 2011
South American Explorers Cusco Clubhouse June 2010 - August 2010
Riverside Inn January 2010 - March 2010
Minser Chiropractic Clinic December 2007 - September 2009
Skills
Event Management, Hotels, Team Leadership, Event Marketing, Environmental Services, Event Planning, Marketing, Management, Photography, Hospitality, Customer Service, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Food & Beverage, Tourism, Social Media, Hospitality Industry, Microsoft Word, Public Relations, Leadership, Hospitality Management
Education
QC Event Planning School 2012 — 2014
Certificate in Event and Wedding Planning, Special Events and Weddings
St. Cloud State University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts in Travel and Tourism, Geography
St. Cloud Technical College 2006 — 2008
Associate in Arts, General Education
metroConnections September 2013 - Present
metroConnections October 2012 - September 2013
metroConnections June 2011 - October 2012
Johnson & Wales University September 2009 - April 2011
VANOC/CleanEvent February 2010 - March 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Event Management, Meeting Planning, Corporate Events, Social Media, Marketing, Hospitality, Events Coordination, Event Producing, Production Managment, Corporate Branding, Leadership, Team Leadership, Coordinating Special..., Sales Management, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Budgets
Education
Johnson and Wales University 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Hospitality Administration/Management
Johnson and Wales University 2008 — 2011
Bachelor's of Science, Sports, Entertainment, and Event Management
Eventive Meetings 2007 - Present
Biofuels Conferences 2005 - 2007
the ARDEL group April 2004 - June 2005
metroConnections February 2001 - April 2004
Skills
Budget Management, Event Execution, Exhibition Management, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Event Planning, Conferences, Coordination, Non-profits, Meeting Management, Special Events, Site Selection, Meeting Planning, Corporate Events, Vendor Relations, Marketing, Location Intelligence, Nonprofits, Budgets, Art Exhibitions, Entertainment, Public Speaking, Parties, Sponsorship, Galas, Festivals, Trade Shows, Hospitality, Private Events, Wedding Planning
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 2000
International Relations & Spanish
Duluth East High School 1991 — 1995
Edmentum 2009 - Present
ADC Telecommunications 2007 - October 2009
metroConnections 2005 - 2007
McKinley Group 2004 - 2005
Arthur Murray Dance Studio 2001 - 2005
Thomson West 2003 - 2004
Cygnus Business Media 2000 - 2003
Skills
Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Team Building, Event Management, Contract Negotiation, Salesforce.com, PeopleSoft CRM, SAP, Training & Development, Employee Training, Management, Sales Operations, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing, Strategy, Training, Customer Service, Business Development
Education
St. Catherine University 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), MBA
South Dakota State University 1996 — 2000
BS, Communications
metroConnections March 2000 - Present
OLSON 1998 - 2000
Mall of America 1996 - 1998
Skills
Public Relations, Live Events, Meeting Planning, Incentive Travel, Hospitality, Marketing Communications, Corporate Events, Event Planning, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Trade Shows, Sponsorship, Entertainment, Budgets, Coordinating Events, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Account Management, AV, Advertising, Leadership, Relationship Marketing, Tourism, Email Marketing, Private Events, Volunteer Management, Creative Direction, Time Management, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Production Managment, Hotels, Fundraising, Social Networking, Wedding Planning, Fundraisers
Education
St. Norbert College 1992 — 1996
BA, International Business, Japanese Area Studies
American Idol Productions 2015 - Present
Freelance December 2010 - Present
American Idol Productions June 2014 - September 2014
Pier 1 Imports August 2009 - July 2014
metroConnections April 2013 - December 2013
Wings Financial Credit Union October 2012 - April 2013
Your Story Video May 2012 - October 2012
Carmichael Lynch June 2012 - August 2012
Upbeat Productions January 2012 - April 2012
Above the Line Entertainment February 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Script Supervision, Retail Management, Spanish, Social Media, Creative Writing, Customer Service, Adobe After Effects, DSLR Filming, Film, Avid Media Composer, Adobe Photoshop, Cash Handling Experience, Film Production, After Effects, Video, Blogging, Editing, Post Production, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Facebook
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2012
BA, Communications, Electronic Media Production
Loyola University of Chicago 2008 — 2009
Communication and Media Studies
metroConnections June 2014 - Present
metroConnections March 2012 - June 2014
metroConnections April 2011 - March 2012
Spare Key Foundation December 2010 - February 2011
Vanguard Travel Unlimited January 2011 - January 2011
Skills
Events Coordination, Event Management, Program Coordination, Tour Management, Coordinating Events, Social Media Marketing, Project Coordination, Program Management, Online Marketing, Facebook, Twitter, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Events, Corporate Events, Teambuilding Events, Team Building, Online Advertising, Marketing, Social Networking, Tourism, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Non-profits, Advertising, Meeting Planning, Hospitality, Social Media, Creative Writing, Customer Service, Live Events, Outlook, Time Management, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Research, Internal Communications, Volunteer Management, Fundraisers, Incentive Travel, Management, Project Planning, Trade Shows, Account Management, Proposal Writing
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Management
Honeywell Aerospace January 2015 - Present
Emergency Physicians, PA April 2014 - September 2014
University of Minnesota January 2013 - June 2014
Port Chilkoot Company May 2013 - August 2013
metroConnections June 2010 - May 2013
Skills
Leadership, Self-starter, Self-driven, Microsoft Office, Close Attention to..., Biochemistry, Technical Presentations, Eagle Scout, Cancer Research, Social Justice, Business Writing, Helping Others Succeed, Data Analysis, Customer Service, Professional..., Community Outreach, Historical Restoration, First Aid, Customer Satisfaction, Retail Sales, Molecular Genetics, Molecular Biology, Academic Achievement, Organizational..., Community Health, Community Education, Online Research, Online Communications
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biochemistry
U.S. Bank May 2015 - Present
metroConnections March 2013 - April 2015
metroConnections March 2012 - March 2013
metroConnections October 2010 - April 2012
metroConnections May 2010 - October 2010
Homewood Suites by Hilton January 2010 - April 2010
St. Cloud State University/National Geographic December 2009 - April 2010
Explore Minnesota Tourism September 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Conference Registration, Customer Service, Event Management, Corporate Events, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Hospitality, Marketing Communications, Conference Housing..., Coordinating Events, Hotels, Live Events, Conferences
Education
St. Cloud State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Travel & Tourism
Boston Scientific July 2011 - Present
Land O Lakes July 2009 - July 2011
metroConnections September 2006 - July 2009
ACCESS Destination Services January 2004 - June 2006
Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Meeting Planning, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Logistics, Hospitality, Fundraising, Project Planning, Trade Shows, Budget, Budgets, Incentives, Management, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Nonprofits, Sales, Social Media, Sponsorship, Time Management
Education
San Diego State University-California State University
Certificate in Meeting and Event Planning, Meeting and Event Planning
University of Kansas 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Encore Productions July 2015 - Present
Andrew C. Kurcan, Photographer. 2010 - Present
metroConnections August 2012 - June 2015
ShopNBC May 2012 - August 2012
FoodServiceWarehouse.com February 2012 - May 2012
AVT Event Technologies, Inc February 2010 - February 2012
University of Denver September 2009 - May 2011
ShopNBC December 2007 - August 2009
South of the River Music May 2008 - April 2009
HSN October 2006 - December 2007
Skills
Video, Video Production, Videography, Camera, Lighting, Photography, Multimedia, Editing, Digital Photography, Commercial Photography, Final Cut Pro, Television, Audio Engineering, Post Production, Film Production, Documentaries, Headshots, Concerts, Music, Social Media, Video Editing, Event Management, AV, Production Managment, Music Theory, Lighting Design, Media Production, Art, Social Networking, Commercials, Mac, Final Cut Studio, Radio Producing, Camera Operating, Film, Mass Production, Web Design, Creative Direction, Cinematography, Broadcast, Sound Design, Radio Host, Show/Event Production, Carpentry, Radio Production, Commercial Production, audiovisual, Camera Operator, News, Design
Education
University of Denver 2009 — 2011
Master of Music, Trombone
University of South Florida 2005 — 2006
Studies in Music Performance, Multimedia Journalism
Bemidji State University 2003 — 2005
B.A., Music Performance, Minor Mass Communications Electronic Media
Heidelberg College 2001 — 2003
Studies in Music Business and Production
metroConnections March 2014 - Present
Sons of Norway District V Heritage Camp January 2006 - Present
The McKnight Foundation April 2009 - March 2014
Opportunity Finance, LLC April 2007 - April 2009
Bentz / Thompson / Rietow, Inc. August 2006 - April 2007
Skills
Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Nonprofits, Event Planning, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Grants, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Invoicing, Reporting & Analysis, International Wire..., Domestic ACH Payments, Interpersonal..., Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Intacct, QuickBooks, Human Resources, Banking Relationships, Account Reconciliation, Investment Management, Technical Writing, Proposal Writing
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2010 — 2013
Masters Degree, Accounting and Financial Management
St. Lawrence University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, Economics
U.S. Bank May 2014 - Present
U.S. Bank May 2014 - Present
U.S. Bank January 2013 - May 2014
U.S. Bank June 2011 - May 2013
U.S. Bank October 2010 - December 2012
Twin Cities KKG Alumni Association June 2010 - April 2012
US Bank October 2009 - October 2010
Edward Jones Mortgage January 2009 - October 2009
metroConnections June 2008 - December 2008
Arthritis Foundation September 2007 - May 2008
Education
Iowa State University 2001 — 2005
B.A., Journalism & Mass Communications
Whitefish Bay High School 1997 — 2001
Keller Williams Realty Integrity Lakes May 2013 - Present
Carlson Wagonlit Travel August 2010 - January 2011
Target via AppleOne December 2009 - August 2010
Fair Isaac August 2007 - August 2008
Target October 2004 - August 2007
metroConnections April 2003 - September 2004
GABBERTS FURNITURE AND DESIGN STUDIO May 1999 - June 2002
Various Non-Profit Theaters 1992 - 2001
BARNES AND NOBLE BOOKSELLERS July 1995 - October 1999
Skills
Event Planning, Recruiting, Event Management, Writing, Editing, Advertising, Marketing, Program Management, Employee Training, Budgets, Human Resources, Social Media, Onboarding, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Management, Newsletters, Sales
Education
Minnesota Realty School 2013 — 2013
Licensed Realtor, Real Estate
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1992 — 1997
BA, Theater
metroConnections February 2014 - Present
Evanston Golf Club June 2012 - January 2014
Levy Restaurants at the United Center October 2011 - June 2012
Evanston Golf Club May 2011 - September 2011
Iowa State University Hip Hop Club August 2010 - May 2011
Iowa State University August 2008 - May 2011
Bearpath Golf and Country Club May 2010 - August 2010
Iowa State University Hip Hop Club August 2009 - May 2010
Avalon Tearoom and Pastry Shoppe August 2004 - December 2008
Skills
Event Planning, Catering, Hospitality Management, Cpr Certified, First Aid, Event Management, Hospitality, Food, Fundraising, Organization, Banquets, Time Management, Teamwork, Food & Beverage, Management
Education
Iowa State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelors, Hospitality Management
White Bear Lake Area High School 2003 — 2007
High School Diploma
Interprofessional Center for Counseling and Legal Services August 2014 - May 2015
Alliance for a Better Minnesota and America Votes January 2014 - January 2015
womenwinning February 2013 - January 2014
metroConnections January 2012 - November 2012
Compassionate Societies January 2011 - May 2011
Red Bull USA June 2010 - September 2010
MeetingSmart June 2003 - August 2010
Edina Country Club August 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Blogging, Event Planning, Research, Social Media, Facebook, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Organization, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Management, Sales
Education
University of St. Thomas 2014 — 2016
Master’s Degree
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts
metroConnections 2002 - Present
BrianRiebeArt 2000 - Present
it takes two, inc. 1991 - 2002
Skills
Event Management, Photoshop, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Final Cut Pro, Oil Painting, Acrylic Painting, Meeting Planning, Corporate Events, Illustration, Live Events, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Leadership, Video, Video Production, Coordinating Events, Production Managment
Education
Briar Cliff University 1994 — 1998
BA, Art & Theatre
Country Travel Discoveries February 2012 - Present
WorldStrides March 2007 - Present
Premier World Discovery May 2005 - Present
metroConnections October 2002 - Present
Collette Vacations 2002 - Present
World Wide Country Tours July 2004 - January 2012
Zion Lutheran Church, Hopkins, MN August 1992 - December 2002
Skills
Tourism, Event Management, ITMI Certified Tour..., Customer Service, Cruises, Vacation, Hospitality, Tour Guide, Organist, Leadership, Travel Management, Coaching, Management, Budgets, Leisure Travel, Travel Planning, Tour Operators, Public Speaking, Tour Management, Time Management, Event Planning, History, Marketing, Hotels, Leisure, Adventure Travel, Business Travel
Education
International Tour Management Institute 2002 — 2002
Certificate
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1986 — 1988
M.Mus.
Oberlin College 1975 — 1977
B.Mus.
Phillips University 1973 — 1975
B.Mus.
Tornier Careers June 2014 - Present
CROSSMARK June 2014 - November 2014
CROSSMARK October 2013 - June 2014
metroConnections September 2012 - October 2013
Ingersoll Rand September 2009 - September 2012
Best Buy May 2008 - March 2009
Best Buy April 2005 - September 2007
Best Buy May 2000 - April 2005
Hertz May 1999 - May 2000
Hertz March 1998 - May 1999
Skills
Event Planning, Project Management, HTML, Notary Public, Payroll, Leadership, Outlook, Customer Service, Access, Visio, Customer Satisfaction, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Process Scheduler, Training, Budgets, Management, Project Planning, Sales, Negotiation
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing Management, Graduated with Distinction
Dakota County Technical College 2006 — 2012
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business: Meeting & Event Management
Keller Williams Integrity Realty May 2004 - Present
KBC Enterprises, LLC January 2004 - Present
metroConnections August 2000 - June 2004
LifeTime Fitness June 1999 - August 2000
ASE Group Inc October 1995 - May 1999
Skills
Relocation, Real Estate, Move Up Buyers, Residential Listings, REO, Investment Properties, New Homes, Residential Homes, New Home Sales, Listings, Sellers, Relocation Buyers, Townhomes, Luxury, Short Sales, Home Staging, Foreclosures, Buyers, Referrals, Investors, Real Property, ABR, First Time Home Buyers, Marketing, Condos, Buyer Representation, Real Estate Transactions, Single Family Homes, FHA, Vacation Homes, Property, Selling, Seniors, Property Management, Rentals, HUD, Income Properties, SFR
Education
Iowa State University 1990 — 1994
HRIM, Hospitality Management
Event Technology Consulting August 2014 - Present
Event Leadership Institute February 2011 - Present
Event Alley Show January 2014 - January 2015
metroConnections May 1996 - August 2014
Taurus Productions January 1996 - May 1996
Gopher Stage Lighting May 1995 - January 1996
Skills
Live Event Direction..., Instruction- Event..., Video Editing, Video Production, PowerPoint, Keynote, Public Speaking, Corporate Meetings, Corporate Events, Hybrid Event Technology, Meeting Production, Live Events, Final Cut Pro, Event Technology, Creative Direction, Production Managment, Lighting, Entertainment, Leadership, Video, Event Management, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Meeting Planning, AV, Production Management
Education
Macalester College 1991 — 1995
BS, Technical Theatre, Psychology Core
ALTOUR July 2015 - Present
metroConnections April 2005 - Present
MotivAction August 2004 - April 2005
Tastefully Simple November 2002 - August 2004
TRIAD Conferences March 2001 - November 2002
Aveda March 1995 - March 2001
Skills
Event Planning, Budgets, Project Management, Meeting Planning, Marketing, Leadership, beauty industry, Corporate Events, Trade Shows, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Key Account Management, Incentive Programs, Incentive Travel, Tourism, Hospitality, Event Management, Management, Hospitality Industry, Project Planning, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Sales, Volunteer Management, Social Media Marketing, Time Management, Live Events, Incentives, Marketing Strategy, Wedding Planning, Venue Relations, Conference Registration, Social Networking, Coordinating Events, Convention Services, Sponsorship, Public Relations, Beauty Industry, Fundraisers
Education
St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School 1993 — 1995
Northern State University 1992 — 1993
metroConnections September 2014 - Present
Ignite Models January 2009 - Present
ESPN August 2006 - Present
metroConnections January 2014 - September 2014
CBS Radio May 2011 - February 2014
Promosynthesis May 2009 - January 2014
metroConnections February 2012 - December 2013
Hire A Host May 2009 - January 2012
Hire A Host May 2009 - December 2009
Hire A Host May 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Social Media, Video Production, Marketing, Facebook, Event Planning, Event Management, Broadcast, Entertainment, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing
Education
Bethel University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Major: Communication, Minor: Leadership
Nulux Inc. June 2011 - Present
One Across, Inc. January 2009 - Present
Explocity Pvt. Ltd January 2001 - December 2008
Cox Advertising February 1999 - December 2000
metroConnections March 1997 - February 1999
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Sales, Event Management, Product Development, Business Development, Product Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Strategy, Project Management, Entrepreneurship, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Product Marketing, Advertising
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
WAND Corporation March 2015 - Present
Genesis10 June 2014 - November 2014
metroConnections October 2013 - April 2014
HERO - Health Enhancement Research Organization July 2013 - October 2013
SPS Commerce April 2012 - December 2012
Epicor Software Corp September 2011 - March 2012
Epicor Software Corp March 2011 - September 2011
Minnesota Office of the Secretary of State July 2009 - September 2009
MN State Senate, Office of State Senator Katie Sieben January 2009 - May 2009
University of Minnesota February 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Leadership, SaaS, Customer Service, Enterprise Software, Sales, Management, Business Development, Advertising, CRM, Strategy, Recruiting, Marketing, Account Management, Salesforce.com, Lead Generation
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2005 — 2010
BA, Global Studies, Spanish Studies
Eden Prairie High School 2001 — 2005
University of St. Thomas
Mixed Blood Theatre September 2013 - Present
The Playwrights' Center August 2013 - Present
Science Museum of Minnesota December 2011 - Present
Wabasha Street Caves June 2006 - Present
Crisis Company June 2006 - Present
The Bakken Museum June 2001 - Present
metroConnections June 2001 - Present
Self-employed June 1999 - Present
Workhaus Collective April 2013 - May 2013
The Peanut Butter Factory August 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Theatre, Voice Over, Comedy, Independent Film, Voice Acting, Film Production, Entertainment, Theatrical Production, Dialects, Acting, Plays, Corporate Events, Improvisation
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Theater
Lincoln High School 1994 — 1997
Diploma, General, Honors
REACH Media Network May 2009 - March 2015
metroConnections 2010 - 2011
Skills
Art, Advertising, Graphic Design, Illustration, Illustrator, Creative Development, InDesign, Web Design, Flash, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Layout, Production, Social Media, Arts, Video, Graphics, Logo Design, User Experience, Brand Development, Email Marketing, Microsoft Office, Creative Direction, Typography, Creative Strategy, Branding & Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, OS X, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing, Digital Marketing, SEO
Education
University of Minnesota-Duluth 2001 — 2006
Graphic Design, Art
metroConnections April 2001 - Present
Macy's - Ridgedale July 1999 - Present
Minneapolis Metro North Convention & Visitors Bureau June 1995 - November 2000
Skills
Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Event Management, Customer Service, Hospitality, Marketing, Trade Shows, Sales, Corporate Events, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Marketing Communications
Education
St. Cloud State University 1991 — 1993
BES, Geography
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Hotel & Restaurant Management
Certain, Inc. June 2015 - Present
Certain, Inc. November 2014 - June 2015
Certain, Inc. September 2013 - November 2014
metroConnections December 2003 - September 2013
Cardinal Communications / Starcite 1998 - 2003
Skills
FileMaker, CSS, Web 2.0, Silverstripe, Web Design, Event Management, Events, Technology, Registration, Session Management, Breakout Sessions, SaaS, Project Management, Strategic Consulting, Corporate Events, Meeting Planning, Live Events, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Email Marketing, Hospitality, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking
Education
USC 1985 — 1988
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
metroConnections August 2015 - Present
Heroic Productions June 2013 - August 2015
Heroic Productions January 2007 - August 2015
Ted Mann Concert Hall October 2005 - December 2006
LFS Touring - Ani Difranco March 1999 - August 2005
Freelance March 1992 - August 2005
See Factor January 1996 - March 1999
Skills
Event Management, Lighting Design, Production Management, Live Events, Lighting, Corporate Events, Vectorworks, Production Managment, Projection, Stage Management, AV, Technical Direction, Festivals, Sound, Stage Lighting
Education
Berklee College of Music
Huron Consulting Group June 2015 - August 2015
Hardin Design and Development September 2014 - May 2015
Kappa Alpha Theta December 2013 - December 2014
Target May 2014 - August 2014
Mu Kappa Tau September 2013 - May 2014
All Terrain August 2013 - May 2014
Caribou Coffee August 2010 - August 2013
Aloha May 2013 - July 2013
metroConnections June 2009 - August 2012
Rotary International July 2009 - July 2010
Skills
Marketing, Spanish, Entrepreneurship, Market Research, Social Media, Event Planning, Sales, Brazilian Portuguese, Event Management, International Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Analytics, Mintel, Microsoft Excel, Lean Startup, Intercultural..., Business Analysis, Brand Ambassadorship, Facebook, Customer Service
Education
Universidad de Sevilla 2015 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), International Business
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2012 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), International Business, Marketing & Spanish for Business
Orono High School 2007 — 2011
Maplewood Community Center April 2014 - Present
Lionheart Home Staging August 2010 - Present
University of Northwestern - St. Paul August 2013 - May 2015
Wycliffe Hall, University of Oxford September 2014 - December 2014
metroConnections May 2014 - September 2014
PULSE Ministries January 2014 - April 2014
Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Leadership, Time Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Organization, Critical Thinking, Positivity, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Facebook, Customer Service, Research, Data Entry, Proofreading, Writing, Copy Editing, Video Editing, Microsoft Publisher, iMovie, Inventory Management, Weddings, Corporate Events
Education
University of Northwestern - St. Paul 2012 — 2015
Public Relations
University of Oxford
Theology
metroConnections March 2014 - Present
Self-employed June 2012 - Present
Northland Community and Technical College July 1990 - June 2012
Education
International Guide Academy, Inc. Denver CO
CITM, Certified International Tour Manager
American Tour Guide Association
North Dakota State University
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Education
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Agriculture and Biological Science, Ag Education
metroConnections October 2005 - Present
Target October 2003 - September 2005
Minnesota Timberwolves May 2000 - October 2003
Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Sponsorship, Marketing, Corporate Events, Trade Shows, Sports Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Relations, Ticket Sales, Sports Management, Hospitality, Customer Service, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Sponsorship Sales, Live Events
Education
Bemidji State University 1996 — 2000
BS, Sports Management
Shakopee High School 1994 — 1996
Alternative Risk Underwriting February 2011 - Present
Meeting Professionals International 2010 - Present
Erickson Works August 2002 - Present
metroConnections August 2002 - Present
Coleman Mason Events June 2011 - September 2012
Scientific Societies March 2011 - October 2011
Land O'Lakes November 2009 - 2010
Hamline University September 2008 - May 2009
Hamline University September 2004 - August 2008
Grand Excursion 2004 2002 - 2004
Skills
Sourcing, Event Management, Meeting Planning, Budgets, Designing, Writing, Event transportation, Incentive Travel, On Stie Conference and..., Event Planning, Hospitality, Hotels, Training, Trade Shows, Public Relations, Corporate Events, Nonprofits, Management, Time Management, Customer Service, Leadership
Education
University of Saint Thomas - School of Business
Mini-Master
Harvard University
Master of Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst
BA
Greenfield High School
metroConnections March 2014 - Present
IKEA Group June 2012 - February 2014
Minneapolis Media Institute February 2012 - August 2012
US Navy September 2004 - October 2006
Skills
Audio Post Production, Audio Engineering, Pro Tools, Audio Editing, Studio Recording, Sound Design, Sound Editing, Video Editing, 3D Rendering, AutoCAD, Organization, Computer Repair, Computer Hardware..., Audio Visual Support, Audio Mixing, Computer Network..., Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Event Management, Music Production, Music, Recording, Event Production
Education
Dunwoody College of Technology 2014 — 2014
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Computer Systems Networking
Minneapolis Media Institute 2010 — 2012
Associates of Applied Science, Recording & Music Technology, 3.9
Minnesota School of Business 2009 — 2010
Music Business
metroConnections August 2014 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Project Management, Leadership, Adobe Creative Suite, Audio Engineering, Music Production, Photography, Video Editing, Graphic Design
Education
Institute of Production and Recording 2013 — 2015
Associate of Applied Sciences (AAS), Audio Production and Engineering
metroConnections August 2015 - Present
Graduation & Private Parties June 2015 - Present
Wayzata Country Club May 2014 - August 2014
Iowa State University January 2014 - May 2014
David Hoy & Associates May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Hospitality, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Hospitality Management, Event Planning, Food & Beverage, Microsoft Excel, Event Management, PowerPoint, Hospitality Industry, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Restaurants, Teamwork, Time Management, Front Office, Marketing, Catering, Leadership
Education
Iowa State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Event Management, GPA: 3.21
Lorenzo de Medici Italian International Institute 2013 — 2013
Italian Cuisine & Photography
Wayzata High school 2008 — 2011
metroConnections July 2014 - Present
metroConnections August 2009 - July 2014
metroConnections February 2005 - August 2009
Plan X February 2004 - December 2004
Altman Greenfield & Selvaggi August 2003 - February 2004
Skills
Corporate Events, Production Managment, Event Management, Live Events, Marketing, Trade Shows, Marketing Communications, Meeting Planning, Budgets, AV, Event Planning, Sales, Customer Service, Management, Marketing Strategy, Account Management
Education
California State University-Northridge 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Normandale Community College
Associate's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
metroConnections January 1990 - Present
Hotel Luxeford Suites September 1987 - December 1989
Skills
Transportation..., Logistics, Customized Tour..., Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Department Budgeting, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Event Planning, Sales, Corporate Events, Hospitality, Trade Shows, Event Management, Marketing, Program Management, Marketing Communications, Meeting Planning, Tourism, Account Management, Live Events, Budgets, Incentive Travel, Social Media Marketing
Education
South Dakota State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing / Advertising
Suburban Officials Association October 2004 - Present
metroConnections May 2012 - April 2013
Academy College July 2011 - October 2011
Hilton March 2009 - July 2011
St. Paul Conventions and Visitors Authority May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Student Recruitment, Customer Service, Client Relationship..., Hospitality Industry, Organizational..., Team Leadership, Coordinating Special..., Volunteer Organization, Hotels, Microsoft Office, Collaborative Problem..., Risk Management, Volunteering, Time Management, CRM
Education
St. Cloud State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Travel and Tourism
Woodbury Senior High School
FindLaw, a Thomson Reuters business May 2012 - Present
Buffalo Wild Wings 2004 - Present
metroConnections May 2011 - May 2012
metroConnections January 2007 - May 2011
Leighton Broadcasting 2004 - 2006
Education
St. Cloud State University 2001 — 2006
Travel and Tourism, Geography
Koncept Events September 2014 - Present
Rapid Refill October 2012 - August 2014
metroConnections May 2012 - June 2014
Classic Catering May 2012 - May 2014
Chanhassen Dinner Theatres January 2012 - May 2012
University of Minnesota February 2011 - May 2012
Minnesota Historical Society October 2010 - May 2011
Clipper Vacations June 2010 - September 2010
BC Gardens May 2005 - September 2009
Skills
Event Planning, Marketing, Social Media, Event Management, Public Speaking, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Editing, Media Relations, Writing For Publication, Constant Contact, Writing, Facebook, Illustrator, Outlook, Photoshop, InDesign, PowerPoint, HTML emails, Brand Management, Franchise Consulting, Franchising, Event Producing, Vendor Relationships, Press Releases, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Mac, PC, Joomla, Project Management, Project Coordination, Multiple Project..., Vendor Relations, Vendor Management, WordPress
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2012
BA, Communication Studies
Belgrade-Brooten-Elrosa High School
Opulent Natural Health May 2014 - Present
The Natural Path May 2014 - August 2015
The Natural Path May 2012 - May 2014
metroConnections August 2010 - May 2012
Novus Media, Inc September 2009 - June 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Marketing, Event Management, Customer Service, Holistic Health, Public Speaking, Holistic Medicine, Holistic Education, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Nutrition, Training, Project Management, Small Business, Social Media, Leadership, Time Management, Management, Strategy, Wellness, Healing, Budgets, Social Networking, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Natural Health, Natural Health Products, Energy Work, Energy Medicine, BioEnergics Practitioner, Traditional Naturopath
Education
Trinity School of Natural Health 2013 — 2015
Doctor of Naturopathy, Doctor of Naturopathy, Trinity School of Natural Health, Warsaw, IN
Academy of BioEnergetics 2011 — 2013
Bio-Energetic Practitioner BEP, Homeopathic Medicine/Homeopathy
Certified Natural Health Professionals 2011 — 2013
CNHP, Homeopathic Medicine/Homeopathy
Saint Cloud State University - G.R. Herberger College of Business 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing
Ridgewater College 2003 — 2005
Associates of Arts, Generals/Pre-business
Datacard Group August 2013 - Present
SUPERVALU October 2012 - May 2013
SUPERVALU October 2010 - October 2012
SUPERVALU November 2008 - October 2010
Babies R Us December 2002 - October 2008
Eagle's Flight April 2007 - June 2008
metroConnections December 2005 - April 2007
Minneapolis Downtown Council 2005 - 2006
Augsburg October 1998 - May 2002
Skills
Change Management, Desktop Publishing, Mac, Logistics, Vendor Management, Advertising, Event Planning, Direct Mail, Microsoft Excel, Analytics, Customer Service, Retail, PowerPoint, Budgets, Time Management, Building Relationships, Organization, Process Improvement, Reliable, Positive Can-do Attitude, Highly detail oriented, Responsiveness, Meet Deadlines, Teamwork, Problem Solving, Professional..., Diligent, Fast-paced, Efficiency, Follow Through, Marketing Communications, Communication, Proactive self-starter, Highly personable, Multi Tasking, Overcoming Challenges, Marketing, Promotions, Project Management, Project Planning, Analysis, Pricing, Editing
Education
Augsburg College 1998 — 2002
Marketing, Marketing
metroConnections March 2015 - Present
BI WORLDWIDE April 2013 - October 2014
Martin Bastian Productions October 2004 - April 2013
MilePoint October 1999 - July 2004
The Lacek Group January 1994 - June 1999
Northwest Airlines March 1985 - January 1994
Skills
Entertainment, Financial Reporting, Accounting, Budget, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Small Business, Strategic Planning, QuickBooks, Microsoft Excel, Process Improvement, Payroll, Event Planning, Event Management, Business Strategy, Finance, Management, Project Planning, Customer Service, Start-ups, Team Building, Leadership, Business Planning, Social Media, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Time Management
Education
University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee - Lubar School of Business 1984 — 1987
MBA, Finance
Marquette University 1978 — 1980
BS, Accounting
The Thomson Corporation December 2006 - Present
E & Y February 2006 - November 2006
ACA International December 2004 - December 2005
ACA International November 2002 - December 2004
metroConnections May 2001 - October 2002
Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 1994 — 1999
MA, Counseling & Psychological Services
University of Wisconsin-Stout 1983 — 1988
BS, Art
IKEA November 2011 - Present
metroConnections April 2012 - October 2012
SUPERVALU January 2008 - April 2008
General Mills 2006 - 2007
Law Library Associates August 2001 - September 2005
Education
Augsburg College 2004 — 2008
Accounting
Simmons College 1993 — 1994
M.S., Library Science
St. Olaf College 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art History and Latin
metroConnections September 2012 - Present
metroConnections April 2006 - September 2012
metroConnections April 2004 - March 2006
metroConnections September 2002 - April 2004
Concordia University 1994 - 1998
Transportation Electronics 1993 - 1993
Skills
Corporate Events, Production Managment, Event Management, AV, Event Planning, AutoCAD, Trade Shows, Editing, Post Production, Theatre, Meeting Planning, Lighting, Entertainment, Video Production, Production Management, Stage Lighting, Video, Customer Service, Stage Management
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 1994 — 1998
BA, Theatre
American Express Meetings & Events November 2011 - Present
Nonprofit Solutions March 2011 - November 2011
Thomson Reuters December 2006 - January 2011
Ernst & Young February 2006 - November 2006
ACA International November 2004 - December 2005
ACA International November 2002 - November 2004
Artists Unlimited 2001 - 2004
metroConnections May 2001 - October 2002
Rorke Data January 2001 - May 2001
CIGNA Behavioral Health October 1995 - December 2000
Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 1993 — 1998
MA, Counseling and Psychological Services
University of Wisconsin-Stout 1983 — 1988
BS, Art
Lakeville HS 1980 — 1983
Target April 2011 - Present
Target November 2008 - April 2011
Personnel Decisions International April 2006 - November 2008
Keller Williams Integrity Realty May 2004 - November 2008
metroConnections January 2000 - May 2004
Skills
Public Relations, Meeting Planning, Event Management, Event Planning, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Trade Shows, Marketing, Hospitality, Customer Service, Budgets, Nonprofits, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Leadership, Corporate Events, Public Speaking, Sales, Training
Education
College of Saint Benedict
BA, Communication
Advanstar Communications July 2011 - Present
Advanstar Communications September 2007 - July 2011
metroConnections June 1997 - August 2007
Target Centered Golf 1992 - 1994
Education
California State University-Northridge 1982 — 1986
BA, Theater & Television Production w/Management
ITA Group, Inc. July 2012 - Present
metroConnections June 2011 - Present
Frontier Adjusters, Inc July 2011 - February 2013
Wolters Kluwer Financial Services May 2010 - December 2010
PrimeVest Financial Services March 1990 - March 2009
Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Change Management, Event Management, Account Management, Microsoft Excel, Process Improvement
Education
St. Cloud State University
Bachelor of Arts, Geography/Travel/Tourism
LaRowe Gerlach Taggart LLP October 2013 - Present
Midwest Environmental Advocates June 2012 - October 2013
University of Wisconsin Law and Entrepreneurship Clinic February 2012 - May 2012
Midwest Environmental Advocates September 2011 - May 2012
Kelly Services October 2006 - 2009
Chicago Botanic Garden March 2006 - September 2006
metroConnections June 2005 - March 2006
St. Olaf College May 2003 - August 2004
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Problem Solving, Issue Identification, Research, Courts, Westlaw, Editing, Wildlife, Quick Study, People Skills, Administrative Law, Commercial Litigation, Legal Assistance, Litigation
Education
University of Wisconsin Law School 2009 — 2012
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
St. Olaf College 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, Environmental Studies, magma cum laude
Minnesota Judicial Branch July 2015 - Present
Boston Scientific January 2014 - July 2015
Geodigital International Inc June 2011 - January 2014
University of Minnesota June 2005 - June 2011
Finney Company 2005 - 2009
Koehler & Dramm Wholesale Florist November 2001 - June 2005
metroConnections May 1998 - September 2001
Skills
InDesign, Proofreading, Copy Editing, Information Architecture, Content Management, Technical Writing, Illustrator, PhotoShop, Adobe Fireworks, Captivate, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, SharePoint, Camtasia, Wiki Administrator, Salesforce.com, WeBuilder, Prezi, Piano, Editing, FrameMaker, Training, Newsletters, Software Documentation
Education
Metropolitan State University
M.S., Technical Communication
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
B.A., Speech-Communication