MGM Grand Detroit
Address: 1777 3rd Ave, Detroit, MI 48226 Phone: (877) 888-2121Category: : : Place name: Website: : : : : Website: https://www.mgmgranddetroit.com/en.html Category: Hotel Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Ads Check availability These ads are based on your current search terms.Prices are the public rates available from our partners for the dates shown. These partners' prices are lower non-public prices for which you’re eligible:• Priceline and TripAdvisor.comLearn more about pricesUnless you specified dates, we chose the dates shown based on room availability, or browsing activity and recent searches saved in your Web & App Activity. You can manage how your data is used in Privacy settings.ad settings Tue, Jan 29 Wed, Jan 30 2 1 guest2 guests3 guests4 guestsDEAL26% less than usual $159 Booking.com Read Real Guest Reviews · Get Instant Confirmation $159 Hotels.com $159 Expedia.com $159 Orbitz.com $159 Priceline $159 Travelocity.com $159 KAYAK.com $159 TripAdvisor.com $159 Hotwire.com $159 Cheaptickets.comView more room rates View more rates from $159Couldn't update prices. Try again.Booking.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Booking.com Hotels.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Hotels.com Expedia.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Expedia.com Orbitz.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Orbitz.com PricelineTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Priceline Travelocity.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Travelocity.com KAYAK.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on KAYAK.com TripAdvisor.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on TripAdvisor.com Hotwire.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Hotwire.com Cheaptickets.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Cheaptickets.com MGM Grand Detroit1777 3rd Ave, Detroit, MI 9,451 reviews Ads Check availability These ads are based on your current search terms.Prices are the public rates available from our partners for the dates shown. These partners' prices are lower non-public prices for which you’re eligible:• Priceline and TripAdvisor.comLearn more about pricesUnless you specified dates, we chose the dates shown based on room availability, or browsing activity and recent searches saved in your Web & App Activity. You can manage how your data is used in Privacy settings.ad settings Check in Tue, Jan 29 Check out Wed, Jan 30Booking.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Booking.com Hotels.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Hotels.com Expedia.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Expedia.com Orbitz.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Orbitz.com PricelineTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Priceline Travelocity.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Travelocity.com KAYAK.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on KAYAK.com TripAdvisor.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on TripAdvisor.com Hotwire.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Hotwire.com Cheaptickets.comTotal: $197/night$159View room rates on Cheaptickets.com Hotel details Off I-75 in Downtown, this upscale casino hotel is 3 blocks from Grand Circus Park and a 12-minute walk from the Michigan Avenue People Mover station. … MORE The plush rooms offer free Wi-Fi, flat-screen TVs, and marble bathrooms with rainfall showers, and mirrors with flat-screens; some add soaking tubs and wet bars. Suites have separate living areas, whirlpool tubs and city views. Valet and self-parking are free. There's a lively casino, and a spa with a fitness center, an indoor infinity pool and steam rooms. There are 3 restaurants, including a Wolfgang Puck eatery, along with a food court, shopping, and nightclubs featuring live entertainment. Free Wi-Fi Free parking Indoor pool Air-conditioned Laundry service Business center Free breakfast Pet-friendly Room service Restaurant Airport shuttle Hot tub Spa Fitness center Bar Smoke-free View more amenities View fewer amenities Add a photoThanks for sharing!Your photo will be posted publicly on Google.Contribute MoreDoneUpload public photos of MGM Grand Detroit Posting publicly on the Web Write a review Review summary Review summaries provided by TrustYou. Rooms · Guests liked the large bathrooms, though some said cleanliness could be improved · Guests liked the large, updated rooms, though some commented maintenance could be improved Location · Easily accessible by car; guests noted the affordable parking · Sightseeing, restaurants & bars nearby Service & facilities · Guests appreciated the friendly, professional staff · Guests enjoyed the pool & fitness center · Guests spoke highly of housekeeping, though some said management could be improved View all reviews Questions & answers Ask a question Q: What is check-in and check-out times?A: Checkout at 11. I was able to get a later checkout but the charged me a fee #lame(4 more answers)See all questions (52)
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MGM Grand Detroit Employees
Nojo Kicks May 2014 - Present
Art & Sole January 2013 - Present
TheAberration.com January 2012 - Present
Theaberration.com October 2010 - Present
N/A August 2010 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit August 2006 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit August 2006 - August 2014
Sneaker Villa August 2013 - May 2014
Skills
Motion Graphics, Editing, Animation, Restaurants, Documentaries, Food, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Online Advertising, SEO, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Facebook, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Multimedia, Advertising, Web Design, Blogging, Customer Service, Marketing, Event Planning, Management, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Creative Direction, Email Marketing, Team Building, Event Management, Sales, Training
Education
Specs Howard School of Media Arts 2011 — 2012
Digital Media Arts, Digital Media
Flint Auto Auction November 2013 - February 2014
Whole Foods Market October 2012 - May 2013
MGM Grand Detroit October 2011 - September 2012
Michigan State University November 2009 - May 2011
Zehnders of frankenmuth November 2008 - August 2009
The Culinary Institute of America February 2006 - September 2008
MGM Grand Hotel & Casino Las Vegas August 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Banquets, Restaurants, Hospitality Management, Tourism, Fine Dining, Menu Development, Culinary Skills, Food, Food Service, Wine, Food Safety, Teamwork, Time Management, Cooking, Food, Hospitality, Pastry
Education
The Culinary Institute of America 2006 — 2008
Associate's Degree, Baking and Pastry
Friedman Integrated Real Estate Solutions January 2014 - March 2015
MGM Grand Detroit January 2014 - April 2014
Village Green December 2011 - July 2013
Village Green July 2011 - December 2011
Village Green January 2011 - June 2011
Village Green September 2010 - January 2011
Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants July 2009 - August 2010
Bisnow September 2008 - February 2009
University Directories May 2008 - July 2008
Reflections Photography May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Commercial Real Estate..., Real Estate Advisory..., Commercial Real Estate..., Underwriting, Argus Modeling, Location Intelligence, Marketing, Market Analysis, Sales, Brokerage, CMBS, Real Estate, Marketing Strategy, Property Management, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service, Management, Training, Public Relations, Blogging, Media Relations, Contract Negotiation, Negotiating Leases, Contract Management, Leases, Negotiation, Budgets, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate Trends, Corporate Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The George Washington University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, American Studies (Urban Focus); Minor: Communication
Special Tree Rehabilitation System July 2012 - Present
JVS Detroit August 2009 - July 2010
St. John Providence Health System February 2008 - November 2008
MGM Grand Detroit June 2007 - November 2007
JVS Detroit December 2000 - April 2007
Skills
Recruiting, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Organizational..., Onboarding, HRIS, Training, Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, New Hire Orientations, Screening, Talent Management, HR Policies, Benefits Negotiation
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Human Resources/Employee Relations
Walsh College
Master of Arts (M.A.), Human Resources Management
United States Postal Service (USPS) April 2012 - Present
True Events LLC July 2010 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit October 2007 - March 2012
Marriott Hotel May 2006 - October 2007
Skills
Event Management, Entertainment, Event Planning, Customer Service, Social Media, Casino, Hospitality, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Radio, Sound, Music Production, Music Industry, Recording, Audio Engineering, Voice Over, Live Events, Audio Editing, Social Media Marketing
Education
Specs Howard School of Media Arts 2006 — 2006
Certificate, Radio and Television Broadcasting Technology/Technician
MGM Grand Detroit July 2015 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit March 2014 - July 2015
Village Green March 2014 - August 2014
MGM Grand Detroit 2009 - 2014
MGM Grand Detroit September 2008 - 2009
MGM Grand Detroit October 2007 - August 2008
MGM Grand Detroit June 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Hospitality, Casino, Customer Service, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Diversity, Communication, Creative Problem Solving, Nightlife, Customer Satisfaction, VIP, Micros, Resorts, Hiring, Guest Service Management, Event Management, MICROS, Food & Beverage, Event Planning, Leadership, Restaurants
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Renaissance High school
University of Cincinnati
MGM Resorts International November 2012 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit June 2001 - November 2012
Police Officers Labor Council January 1998 - June 2001
City of Detroit August 1995 - January 1998
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Resource Management
Michigan State University
Greektown Casino January 2013 - Present
Greektown Casino March 2012 - March 2013
MGM Grand Detroit April 2011 - March 2012
Self Employed January 2008 - December 2011
US Steel January 2011 - April 2011
Skills
Analysis, Analytics, Customer Service, SQL, Data Analysis, Microsoft Office, Direct Marketing, HTML, Strategic Planning, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Casino, Microsoft SQL Server, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Market Planning, Promotions, Microsoft Excel, Automation, Social Media Marketing, Team Leadership, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Database Marketing, Customer Relations, Forecasting, PHP, Online Marketing, Event Management, Market Analysis, Segmentation, Customer Satisfaction, Project Planning, System Administration, Social Media, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Web Applications, IT Strategy, Data Modeling, AutoIt, Problem Solving
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Information Technology Management
University of Michigan-Dearborn 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Supply Chain Management
Simon Property Group July 2014 - Present
Krispy Kreme November 2009 - March 2011
Marriott International February 2006 - October 2008
Alterra Of Wynwood July 2005 - May 2006
Sodexo January 2004 - April 2005
Krispy Kreme May 2003 - January 2004
MGM Grand Detroit July 2001 - January 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Telephone Skills, Invoicing
Education
Seminole State College of Florida 2012 — 2015
Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Wayne County Community College District 2009 — 2011
Hospitality Administration/Management
Redford High School 1997 — 2001
Diploma, General Studies
MGM Grand Detroit November 2009 - Present
Basement Beats, LLC December 2003 - Present
Self-employed December 2000 - Present
Skills
Television, Video Production, Social Media, Entertainment, Film, Editing, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Film Production, Video
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn
Rivers Casino February 2013 - Present
Rivers Casino October 2010 - February 2013
Rivers Casino June 2010 - October 2010
MGM Grand May 2006 - June 2010
MGM Grand Detroit February 2002 - May 2006
Turtle Creek Casino July 1999 - February 2002
Skills
Casino, Gaming Industry, Hospitality, Customer Service, Team Building, Loss Prevention, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Gambling, Micros, Restaurants, Hospitality Management, Hotels
Education
Northwestern Michigan College
The Children's Center of Wayne County (Detroit) 2010 - January 2015
The Children's Center August 2006 - December 2010
Greektown Casino 2000 - 2001
MGM Grand Detroit June 1999 - August 2000
The Detroit Institute for Children 1993 - 1996
HP Devco, Inc. 1993 - 1996
Trapper's Alley 1987 - 1990
Skills
Conference & Event..., Skilled in Microsoft..., Experienced in MS..., * Conference & Event..., Event Planning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat, Fundraising, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Customer Service, Press Releases, Editing, Leadership, Training, Management, Newsletters, Outlook, Grants, Social Media, Policy, Program Development, Community Development, Leadership Development, Marketing Communications, Organizational..., Social Networking, Research, Program Management, Staff Development, Teaching, Social Media Marketing, Philanthropy, Microsoft Word, Raiser's Edge, Proposal Writing, Workshop Facilitation
Education
University of Phoenix 2012 — 2012
Visual Communications
RE/MAX Vision October 2011 - Present
Independent Conractor April 2010 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit March 2008 - April 2010
Om Spa December 2004 - March 2008
Its Just Lunch July 2004 - December 2004
No. VI, Inc October 2002 - July 2004
Iwerks Entertainment, Inc. October 1998 - May 2002
PolyGram Filmed Entertainment, Inc July 1997 - October 1998
New Line International Releasing, Inc. November 1993 - July 1997
Skills
Business Strategy, Talent Acquisition, Business Growth, Marketing, Team Building, Sales, Project Management, Negotiation, Consulting, Contract Management, Policy, Copy Editing, Real Estate, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Contract Negotiation, Relocation, Business Development, Property Management, Strategy, Short Sales, Training, Leadership, Management, Recruiting, Project Planning, Employee Training, Small Business, Budgets, Selling, Start-ups, Time Management, Social Networking, Account Management, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, New Business Development, Investments
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 1991 — 1993
MIB, International Business Administration
New York University - Tisch School of the Arts 1985 — 1989
BFA, Cinema Studies
MGM Grand Detroit June 1999 - June 2015
Skills
Gaming Industry, Customer Service, Customer Retention, card counting
Education
Oakland Community College
Kaufman Financial Group July 2015 - Present
Greektown Casino January 2012 - July 2015
MGM Grand Detroit August 2003 - June 2010
Target 1995 - 2003
Skills
Employee Handbooks, Soft Skills, Onboarding, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Leadership Development, Human Resources, Coaching, Customer Service, Instructional Design, Employee Benefits, Leadership, Training, Organizational..., Hospitality, Time Management, Employee Training, Project Management, Management, Hiring, Performance Management
Education
The George Washington University 1997 — 1999
Master of Arts, American/United States Studies/Civilization
University of Michigan 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, American History (United States)
North American Bancard May 2014 - Present
North American Bancard September 2013 - May 2014
Quicken Loans February 2013 - September 2013
Aerotek September 2012 - February 2013
Quicken Loans January 2012 - August 2012
MGM Grand Detroit May 2010 - January 2012
Memory Lane July 2000 - October 2008
Skills
Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., College Recruiting, Onboarding, Talent Acquisition, Internet Recruiting, Technical Recruiting, Employee Relations, Interviews, Human Resources, Sourcing, Screening Resumes, Talent Management, Benefits Negotiation, Temporary Placement, Screening, HRIS, Contract Recruitment, Resume Writing, New Hire Orientations, Hiring, Staffing Services, Sales, Employee Benefits, Job Descriptions, Customer Service, Permanent Placement, Employee Engagement, Microsoft Office, Employee Training, Taleo, Performance Management, Benefits Administration, Payroll, Temporary Staffing, Team Building, Leadership, Job Fairs
Education
University of Phoenix
Communications
Washtenaw Community College
Liberal Arts
Dee'Vyne Promotions & Marketing LLC July 2014 - Present
Madd Money Entertainment January 2013 - August 2014
Mort Miesner Associates January 2012 - May 2012
DBC America LLC October 2009 - May 2012
MGM Grand Detroit August 2001 - July 2008
Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Online Marketing, Public Speaking, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Video Production, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Entertainment, Social Networking, Music
Education
University of Phoenix 2015 — 2017
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business, Marketing
Specs Howard School of Media Arts 2010 — 2011
Graphic Design / Digital Media
MGM Grand Detroit March 2010 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit April 2007 - March 2010
Motor City Casino January 2003 - April 2007
Skills
Hospitality, Casino, Gaming Industry, Certified Fraud Examiner, Fraud Detection, Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Process Scheduler, Budgets, Hotels, Customer Service, Resorts, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Pre-opening, Banquets, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Team Building, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint development, PowerPoint, Casino Gaming, Microsoft Office, Internal Audit, Revenue Analysis, Payroll, Customer Satisfaction, Forecasting
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Blue Rubies July 2014 - Present
Engle Martin & Associates December 2013 - Present
Severstal NA December 2010 - August 2013
MGM Grand Detroit November 2005 - December 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Office Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Management, Teamwork, Gaming Industry, Organizational..., Customer Satisfaction, System Administration, Troubleshooting, Software Documentation, Administrative Assistant, Executive Assistant, Merchandising, Logistics & Inventory..., Marketing & Advertising, Social Media Management, Blogging, Customer Relationship..., Buying & Selling..., E-Commerce Startup &...
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 2007 — 2010
Business Administration
HSCBA 1998 — 2002
Diploma, General Studies
MGM Grand Detroit October 2011 - June 2014
Jacobsen/Daniels Associates, LLC November 2009 - January 2011
Wayne County Airport Authority September 2005 - September 2009
Skills
Administrative..., Office Administration, Database Administration, Purchasing, Contract Management, Program Management, Management, Project Planning, Analysis, Government, Contract Negotiation, Time Management, Report Writing, Crystal Reports, Reporting & Analysis, Showcase Query, Query Writing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Database Design, Procedure Development, Procedure Review, Training, Strategic Planning, Budgets
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn 2003 — 2005
BBA, Business Management
MGM Grand Detroit November 2014 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit November 2013 - November 2014
MGM Grand Detroit July 2012 - November 2013
MGM Grand Detroit September 2011 - July 2012
MGM Grand Detroit September 2007 - September 2011
Skills
Entertainment, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Casino, Hotels, Resorts, Budgets, Event Management, Pre-opening, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Hotel Management, Event Planning, Gaming Industry, Marketing, Social Networking, Recruiting, Customer Service, Casino Gaming, Payroll, VIP, Gaming, Microsoft Excel, Restaurants
Education
Oakland Community College 2012 — 2016
Business Administration and Management, General
Southfield Lathrup Senior High School 2000 — 2004
High School Diploma
MGM Grand Detroit December 2012 - Present
Max Broock Realtors August 2014 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit April 2014 - June 2014
MGM Grand Detroit August 2013 - September 2013
MGM Grand Detroit November 2010 - December 2012
MGM Grand Detroit September 2010 - November 2010
Buddies Pub and Grill August 2008 - August 2010
Club on the River June 2009 - June 2010
Vegas Night - Michigan State University April 2009 - May 2010
Vegas Night - Michigan State University April 2008 - April 2009
Skills
Casino, Hospitality, Restaurants, Volunteer Management, Gaming, Training, Customer Service, Gaming Industry, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Poker, Time Management, Team Building, Event Planning, Event Management
Education
Wayne State University 2012 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Michigan State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Hospitality Business
NexTraq February 2013 - Present
Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. August 2008 - November 2012
Wells Fargo March 2005 - August 2008
Nexstar Broadcasting Group, Inc. September 2000 - March 2005
MGM Grand Detroit February 1997 - September 2000
Harrah's New Orleans July 1994 - February 1997
Skills
Contract Management, New Business Development, Software Troubleshooting, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, 97.86% Close Ratio, Award Winning Client..., Excellent Communication..., Business Process..., Business Implementation, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Account Management, Customer Service, Salesforce.com, Team Building
Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
MGM Grand Detroit September 2014 - Present
BlueWater Technologies March 2014 - September 2014
Mystic Creek Golf Club November 2013 - February 2014
Suburban Collection Showplace March 2013 - June 2013
Skills
Public Relations, Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Event Management, Microsoft Excel, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Teamwork, Email Marketing, Customer Service, Leadership, Time Management
Education
Oakland University 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General
Mt. San Jacinto Community College District 2009 — 2011
LSJ Marketing July 2011 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit July 2007 - July 2011
Skills
Leadership, Customer Experience, Forecasting, Training, Customer Service, Call Centers, Customer Satisfaction, Workforce Management, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Performance Management, Customer Retention, Team Building, CRM
Education
Oakland University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
MGM Grand Detroit March 2015 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit March 2014 - March 2015
MGM Grand Detroit May 2013 - March 2014
MGM Resorts International June 2012 - May 2013
Stacks Hold'Em Bar September 2010 - March 2012
A. Papano's Pizza May 2004 - August 2009
Skills
Hospitality Industry, Restaurants, Hospitality, Management
Education
Michigan State University 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Hospitality Business
Healthcare Services Group, Inc July 2015 - Present
Ferris Management September 2013 - July 2015
Federated Services Solutions March 2014 - November 2014
Independent - Self Employed March 2012 - March 2014
MGM Grand Detroit Casino October 2006 - April 2012
MGM Grand Detroit October 2006 - March 2012
MGM Grand Detroit October 2005 - October 2006
MGM Grand Detroit May 2002 - October 2004
Mr. Ypsilanti’s Tavern January 2001 - August 2001
Electronic Data Systems October 1998 - January 2000
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Multimedia, Customer Service, Hospitality, Organization, Quality Management, Twitter, Restaurants, Casino, VIP, Casino Gaming, Hospitality Management, Pre-opening, Guest Service Management, Supervisory Skills, Facebook, Event Management, Employee Training, Data Entry, Process Scheduler, Team Building, Gaming Industry, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Social Networking, Payroll, Hiring, Food & Beverage, Resorts, Budgets, Hospitality Industry, Outlook, Social Media Marketing, Coaching, Team Leadership, Opera, Microsoft Excel, Social Media
Education
Oakland Community College 1995 — 1997
General Studies
Oakland Community College
General Studies
SRT Technical Consulting July 2010 - Present
Boydell Group July 2010 - October 2011
MGM Grand Detroit March 2010 - July 2010
DJS Pro Audio and Lighting February 2006 - March 2010
Pro Audio and Lighting 1996 - 2010
NewDetroitRadio.com February 2004 - September 2009
Pampa Entertainment Complex December 1994 - August 2007
Skills
Sound, Entertainment, Music, Lighting, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Customer Relations, Administration, Production, Lighting Design, DJ, AV, Video, Film, Corporate Events, Recording, Event Planning
Education
University of North Carolina School of the Arts 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Theatrical Production
MGM Grand Detroit 1999 - Present
Harrah's January 1997 - January 1999
Harrah's New Zealand, Auckland, NZ January 1996 - January 1997
Harrah's January 1995 - January 1995
Skills
Blackjack, Casino, Casino Gaming, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Gambling, Gaming, Gaming Industry, Hiring, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Poker, Pre-opening, Process Scheduler, Resorts, Roulette, Team Leadership, Training, Troubleshooting, VIP
Education
University of New Orleans 1991 — 1995
Redeemer High School 1986 — 1990
YoungWilliams, PC August 2014 - Present
University of Mississippi Medical Center December 2013 - July 2014
MGM Grand Detroit September 2007 - August 2012
United Way for Southeastern Michigan August 1994 - March 2004
Skills
Hiring, Gaming Industry, Training, Customer Service, Onboarding, Hospitality, Leadership, Human Resources, Employee Training, Employee Relations, Casino, Budgets, New Hire Orientations, Recruiting, Employee Engagement
Education
University of Michigan-Dearborn 2001 — 2006
BA in Communications, Public Relations and Speech
MGM Grand Detroit 1999 - Present
MGM MIRAGE 1999 - 2011
PriMe Goodz & Servicez January 2000 - December 2010
Skills
Wellness Industry, Fitness Training, Chair Massage, Hospitality, Resorts, Hotels, Casino, Customer Service, Event Planning, Hospitality Industry
Education
Morris Brown College 1987 — 1989
Cherry Hill High school 1982 — 1986
diploma
MGM Grand Detroit February 2013 - Present
Skills
Food & Beverage, Management
Education
Schoolcraft College 2013 — 2017
Schoolcraft College
BigCrayon® Digital Consulting May 2015 - Present
Mary Kay Inc. May 2015 - Present
Thrifty Nickel Want Ads Of Kansas City August 2000 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit June 1999 - June 2000
Station Casino Kansas City May 1998 - June 1999
Skills
Account Management, Sales, Social Media, Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Team Building, Marketing, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Team Leadership, Event Planning, Social Networking, Strategic Planning, Training, Leadership
Education
Central Missouri State University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
University of Missouri-Columbia 1990 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
ACTOR / SAG August 2015 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit August 2007 - January 2015
MGM Grand Detroit August 2007 - October 2014
Gino's Italian Pizza June 2003 - August 2007
Education
Schoolcraft College 2004 — 2006
Michigan actors studio
The DataDesk January 2012 - Present
Gulfstream Park Racing & Casino February 2008 - March 2011
JB Tours April 2002 - May 2008
Oceanland Investments, Inc. January 2007 - December 2007
Kerzner International June 2006 - December 2006
Greektown Casino-Hotel May 2004 - May 2005
MGM Grand Detroit May 1999 - October 2001
SH Brown Research & Consulting March 1998 - June 1999
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Research, PowerPoint, Database Design, Data Analysis, Data Warehousing, Data Mining, Data Migration, Data Modeling, Access, Business Analysis, New Business Development, CRM, Marketing Communications, Forecasting, Hospitality, Logistics, Project Management, Social Networking, Outlook, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Qualitative Research, Market Research, Marketing Strategy, Team Management
Education
Oakland University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc) Marketing Minor = Mathematics
University of Oxford - Said Business School 1996 — 1996
Business Administration, Management and Operations
MGM Grand Detroit May 2012 - Present
Henry Ford Health System September 2010 - March 2012
Pitney Bowes June 2006 - May 2008
NATAKI TALIBAH SCHOOLHOUSE OF DETROIT May 2005 - May 2006
Cytek Studios September 2003 - February 2005
Skills
Payroll, Customer Service, Administration, Management, Employee Benefits, Telephone Skills, Event Planning, Interviews, Typing, Account Reconciliation
Education
Dorsey Schools (ACICS accredited) 2009 — 2010
Medical Administration and Billing
University of Phoenix 2003 — 2008
Associate’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
MGM Grand Detroit September 2012 - Present
Education
Schoolcraft College 2010 — 2014
Culinary arts, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
FireKeepers Casino November 2012 - Present
Gun Lake Casino January 2011 - January 2012
MGM Grand Detroit June 2007 - January 2010
MGM Grand Detroit February 2000 - June 2007
Skills
Gambling, Casino, Team Building, Gaming Industry, VIP, Hospitality, Resorts, Casino Gaming, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Pre-opening, Restaurants, Training, Event Management, Loyalty Programs, Poker, Gaming, Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Management, Supervisory Skills, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Banquets, Inventory Management, Hiring, Social Media Marketing
Education
Oakland Community College 2006 — 2010
Business Managment
Oakland Community College
Midwest Gaming & Entertainment Rivers Casino Des Plaines May 2011 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit September 2007 - May 2011
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC March 2005 - September 2007
Skills
Menu Development, Fine Dining, Cuisine, Menu Design, Banquets, Food and Beverage, Chef, Casino, Hospitality Management, Pre-opening, VIP, Restaurant Management, Culinary Management, Culinary Skills, Food Cost Analysis, Food Safety, HACCP, Food Cost Management, F&B Operations, Hospitality, Restaurants, Cooking
Education
Schoolcraft College 2001 — 2004
Associate's degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Harrah's Cherokee Casino June 2015 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit October 2014 - June 2015
Self Employed 1998 - 2009
Skills
First Time Home Buyers, Short Sales, Buyer Representation, Real Estate, Sellers, Relocation, REO, Listings, Investors, Residential Homes, New Home Sales, Condos, Rentals, Single Family Homes, Foreclosures, Luxury, Real Estate Transactions, Investment Properties, Real Property, Property Management, Referrals, FHA, ABR, Income Properties, Investments, HUD, Property, Buyers
Education
Oakland University
Psychology & Journalism
Travelers Insurance July 2015 - Present
Ameriprise Auto & Home Insurance July 2013 - July 2015
MGM Grand Detroit July 2007 - June 2013
River Rouge Board Of Education August 2005 - July 2007
Peoria Rough Riders May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Windows, Research, Outlook, HTML, Public Speaking, Budgets, Data Entry, Keyword Research, 10 Key, Communication, Sales, Business Development, Supervising, Training, Personal Training, Mentoring, Writing, Athletics, Athletic Training, Athletic Performance, Athlete Development, Records Management, Cpr Certified, AED, TIPS Certified, Youth Empowerment, Youth Mentoring, Youth Leadership, Casino, Gaming Industry, VIP, Security Training, Workplace Violence, Cash Handling Experience
Education
All American Bartending & Casino Training 2012 — 2012
Certified Mixologist
Northwood University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
River Rough High School 1996 — 2000
Diploma, Basic Studies
American Medical Association January 2014 - Present
American Medical Association October 2011 - December 2013
Crown Partners November 2010 - October 2011
MGM Grand Detroit, a MGM MIRAGE Company 2007 - October 2010
MGM Grand Detroit August 2007 - October 2008
Birmingham Bancop August 2006 - April 2007
JS Financial Group April 2006 - August 2006
Genesis Mortgage June 2004 - April 2006
Re/Max on the Trail May 2001 - June 2003
Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish May 2001 - August 2002
Skills
Google Analytics, Email Marketing, Database Marketing, Business Intelligence, Digital Media, Marketing, Web Marketing, Campaign Management, SQL, A/B testing, Direct Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Tableau, Website Conversion, Search Analytics, Landing Page..., Keyword Research, Online Reputation..., Customer Intelligence, Salesforce.com, Magento, Casino, R, Lyris, Unica, WebTrends, Pentaho, Casino Marketing, Membership Marketing, Hospitality Management, ETL, dimensional modeling, KPI Dashboards, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Web Analytics, WebTrends Analytics, CRM, Social Media, Management
Education
University of Michigan 2002 — 2006
BA, Psychology, Philosophy
Detroit Catholic Central 1998 — 2002
HS diploma, College Prep
MotorCity Casino Hotel January 2013 - Present
Moffatt Resources January 2010 - Present
Greektown Hotel & Casino September 2011 - December 2012
MGM Grand Detroit February 2007 - July 2010
The Mirage Hotel & Casino May 2002 - January 2007
New York New York Hotel & Casino May 2001 - May 2002
Las Vegas-Clark County Library July 2000 - May 2001
Desert Springs Hospital December 1998 - June 2000
Desert Springs Hospital November 1994 - November 1998
Las Vegas Home Care January 1990 - November 1994
Skills
Executive
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 1983 — 1985
MS, Vocational Rehabilitation Counseling
New York University 1981 — 1983
BS, Liberal Studies
University of Maryland College Park 1979 — 1982
BS, Psychology
MGM Grand Detroit
Skills
Catering, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Customer Service, Event Management, Customer Satisfaction, Event Planning
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Parks Recreation and Tourism Resources
Interior Design July 2014 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit April 2012 - June 2014
Trinity Health (HQ Michigan) June 2005 - April 2012
Kmart Corporation 1998 - 2003
Total Travel Management at General Motors Air Transport 1994 - 1998
Skills
Customer Service, Leadership, SharePoint, Management, Microsoft Office, Retail, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Certified Travel..., Lotus Notes, Executive Calendar..., Travel Arrangements, Prioritize Workload, Event Planning, Payroll, Expense Reports, Inventory Management, Ordering Office Supplies, Presentations, Telephone Skills, Outlook, Visio, HRIS, QuickBooks, Groupwise
Education
Oakland Community College
Associate's Degree
Oakland Community College
Associate's degree
PowerIT Solutions LLC December 2013 - Present
Statzhub Sports April 2012 - October 2013
BME Engineering May 2013 - September 2013
MGM Grand Detroit November 2012 - August 2013
Somolend March 2012 - May 2012
Axcess Financial Services Inc. 2003 - February 2012
JAYD, LLC 2001 - 2002
SafeComm (SEI) 1999 - 2001
Esri 1997 - 2000
US Army September 1991 - December 1995
Skills
Cloud Computing, C#, Scala, Oracle, MS SQL server, MySQL, Informix, C++, Assembly, Java, Spring, Hibernate, JBoss, Linux, Windows, Computer Security, Compliance, Software Development, SDLC, Agile, Waterfall, Scrum, Alfresco, Liferay, Drupal, Drools, Mule ESB, MSMQ, ASP.NET, android, Web Analytics, Business Intelligence, OLAP, ETL, Agile Methodologies, JBoss Application Server, Security, REST, SOA, Web Services, Tomcat, Enterprise Architecture, Agile Project Management, Java Enterprise Edition, UML, SOAP, Software Project..., Subversion, Data Center, Apache
Education
Penn State University
West Chester University of Pennsylvania
The Oceanaire Seafood Room August 2013 - Present
Charley's Crab (Landry's Restaurants Inc) September 2012 - August 2013
MGM Grand Detroit January 2009 - September 2012
Technical Resource Group February 2008 - January 2009
Remington International December 2007 - 2008
Skills
Recruiting, Management, Interviews, Sales, Contract Recruitment, Time Management, Customer Service, Hotels, Temporary Placement, Contract Negotiation, Talent Acquisition, Databases
Education
University of Michigan 2001 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Sel-Employed, GRG Sales Co. January 1980 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit 1962 - 2012
Quaker Mfg, Martel Tool,Hi-TechTool Ind. 1980 - 1998
Lincoln-Mercury Det Sales 1962 - 1963
Skills
Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Tools, Automotive, Continuous Improvement, Laser Cutting, Machining, New Business Development, Product Development, Purchasing, Sales, Team Building, Training
Education
University of Michigan 1959 — 1962
BA/LSA, Psych major
United States Air Force Academy 1958 — 1959
One year, Engineering
MGM Resorts International January 2010 - Present
Harrah's Entertainment May 2008 - November 2008
MGM Grand Detroit August 2003 - April 2008
MGM MIRAGE July 2002 - August 2003
Bellagio February 2000 - July 2002
Skills
Casino, Gambling, Gaming Industry, Budgets, Resorts, Hospitality, Database Marketing, Hotels, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Analytics
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas - College of Business 1996 — 2001
BSBA, Financial Management
Hartland Insurance Group June 2008 - Present
Meadowbrook Insurance Group December 2007 - June 2008
UGA October 2005 - December 2007
MGM Grand Detroit 2003 - 2005
Real Estate One 2002 - 2004
General Motors 1998 - 2001
Skills
Insurance, Workers Compensation, Risk Management, Small Business, Property & Casualty..., Commercial Real Estate, Sales, Account Management, New Business Development, Customer Service, Sales Management, Team Building, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Employee Benefits, Commercial Insurance, Marketing Strategy, Health Insurance, Budgets, Life Insurance, Umbrella Insurance, Legal Liability, Professional Liability, Employment Practices..., Casualty
Education
Oakland University 1996 — 2000
De La salle 1990 — 1996
MGM Grand - Detroit April 2013 - Present
MGM Grand - Detroit October 2010 - April 2013
MGM Grand December 2009 - October 2010
MGM Grand - Las Vegas June 2001 - December 2009
Beau Rivage 2000 - 2001
Skills
Resorts, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Gaming Industry, Casino, Entertainment, Restaurants, Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, VIP, Team Building, Loyalty Programs, Gaming, Marketing, Pre-opening, Database Marketing, Event Management, Catering, Customer Service, Training, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Revenue Analysis, Online Gaming, Direct Marketing, Poker, Hotel Management, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Food, Online Gambling, Corporate Events
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 1987 — 1991
MGM Grand Detroit February 2009 - Present
CareTech Solutions January 2002 - January 2006
Skills
Troubleshooting, Project Management, Integration, Network Security, Process Improvement, Program Management, Microsoft SQL Server, HTML, Customer Service, Vendor Management, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Business Process..., Business Analysis, Business Development, Change Management, Windows Server, Business Strategy, Social Media, Photoshop
Education
University of Michigan 1996 — 2001
BS, Computer Engineering
Groves High School 1992 — 1996
MGM Grand Detroit March 2011 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit August 2008 - March 2011
MGM Grand Detroit February 2007 - August 2008
Sales Control Systems October 1996 - February 2007
Skills
Hospitality, Casino, Resorts, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, POS, Infogenesis, Hospitality Industry, Corporate Events, Revenue Analysis, Gambling, Property Management..., Project Management, Project Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Hiring, Management, Troubleshooting
Education
Schoolcraft College 2011 — 2015
Associate of Science (A.S.), Information Technology, 3.9
MGM Grand, Detroit February 2010 - Present
MGM Grand, Detroit March 2003 - February 2010
MGM Grand, Detroit 1999 - 2003
Casino Rama (Carnival Corporation) January 1996 - November 1998
Harrah's Entertainment March 1994 - November 1995
Skills
Casino, Resorts, Gambling, Gaming Industry, Hospitality, Hiring, Food & Beverage, Gaming, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Employee Relations, Pre-opening, Budgets, Leadership, VIP, Hospitality Management, Loyalty Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Team Building, Casino Gaming, Operations Management, Process Scheduler, Training, Customer Service, Management, Supervisory Skills, Online Gaming, Loyalty Programs, Restaurants, Hotel Management, Database Marketing, Banquets, Online Gambling, Analysis, Revenue Analysis, Strategic Planning, P&L, ACSC, Catering
Education
University of Nevada-Reno 2001 — 2001
Casino Management
AlixPartners October 2009 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit January 2008 - October 2009
Skills
SQL, SharePoint, Access, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Visio, Analytics, Project Management, SDLC, HTML, Vendor Management, Cognos, Analysis, Process Improvement, Software Development, Data Warehousing, Microsoft SQL Server, System Administration, Database Admin, Troubleshooting, Databases, ETL, Database Marketing, Data Modeling, Business Intelligence
Education
Cass Tech
University of Michigan
Hard Rock Hotel May 2015 - Present
Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Las Vegas March 2013 - May 2015
ARIA Resort & Casino February 2011 - March 2013
MGM Grand Detroit July 2007 - February 2011
The Mirage May 2006 - June 2007
Bellagio 2004 - 2006
Bellagio November 2003 - June 2004
Golden Nugget Las Vegas May 2003 - November 2003
Skills
Instructional Design, Hospitality, Training & Development, Leadership Development, Keynote, Organizational..., Apple, iOS, Research Projects, Presentation Design, Presentation Development, Compliance Oversight, Safety Compliance, Microsoft Office, iWork, Facilitations, Training, Employee Training, Resorts, Performance Management, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Workshop Facilitation, Employment, Employment Law, Recruiting, Casino, Facilitation, Facilitators, Hiring, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Management
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 2005 — 2006
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Workforce Education and Development
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 1999 — 2002
B.S. Hotel Administration, Hotel Administration
University of Nevada-Reno 1997 — 1999
Journalism and Political Science
MGM Grand Detroit April 2003 - December 2008
MGM Grand Detroit 2003 - 2008
MGM Grand Detroit Casino 2003 - 2008
MGM Grand 2003 - 2008
MGM detroit 2003 - 2008
Ford Motor Company January 1995 - April 2003
Skills
Union Avoidance, Organizational..., FMLA, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Human Resources, Deferred Compensation, Personnel Management, Training, Hiring, Leadership, Change Management, Policy, Labor Relations, Management, Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Strategic Planning, Benefits Administration, New Hire Orientations, Talent Acquisition, Workforce Planning, Succession Planning
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 1977 — 1978
Master's, Sociology
University of Detroit Mercy 1974 — 1977
Masters Sociology
MGM Grand Detroit June 1999 - Present
MGM Grand 1999 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit June 1999 - March 2013
Skills
Hospitality, Casino, Event Planning, Hospitality Management, Wardrobe, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Budgets, Resorts, Advertising, Customer Service, Process Scheduler, Event Management, VIP, Food & Beverage, Gaming Industry, Opera
Education
Penn State University 1995 — 1998
MFA, Costume Design and Technology
MGM Grand Detroit Director of CateringMatt Prentice Restaurant GroupApril 1994 - March 2007
Skills
Hospitality
Education
University of California, San Diego 1972 — 1977
Bachelors, Psychology
MGM Grand Detroit March 2014 - Present
Bath & Body Works October 2011 - Present
Lane Bryant May 2011 - October 2011
Bath & Body Works October 2010 - October 2011
US Census Bureau April 2010 - June 2010
Pank Literary Magazine January 2009 - May 2009
Michigan Technological University- Writing Center September 2007 - May 2009
Pank Literary Magazine January 2008 - January 2009
Michigan Technological University 2009 - 2009
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Community Outreach, Sales, Advertising, Coaching, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Policy, Time Management, Research, Facebook
Education
Michigan Technological University 2002 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Interdisciplinary Liberal Arts
FireKeepers Casino & Hotel July 2012 - Present
Advance Turning & Manufacturing 2010 - 2012
GTECH 2006 - 2009
MGM Grand Detroit 1999 - 2006
Michigan Seat Company 1998 - 1999
Sysco 1997 - 1998
ADR 1996 - 1997
Ryder Integrated Logistics 1993 - 1996
Skills
.NET, Sonicwall, Visual Basic, Delphi, Sybase, VMS, AS400, OS/400, DB2, Websphere, IIS, Clustering, Dell, HP Proliant, Stratus, Windows, Novell Netware, cisco, nortel, vodavi, erp, t1, T3, VSAT, Cable, DSL, IT Operations, Systems Programming, Windows Programming, Web Development, Software Project..., Gaming Industry, Manufacturing, Distribution, Automotive, Retail, Visual Studio, casino, Dell PowerEdge Servers, micros, kronos, rad, itil, foxpro, Microsoft SQL Server, C#, ASP.NET AJAX, HTML
Education
Northwood University 1988 — 1992
BBA
HSP-EPI Acquisition, LLC dba Entertainment May 2014 - Present
Robert Half Management Resources January 2014 - May 2014
Majestic Star Casino May 2002 - February 2013
MGM Grand Detroit November 1998 - May 2002
Tropicana Resort Hotel and Casino March 1997 - November 1998
Trump Taj Mahal 1990 - 1997
Skills
Internal Audit, Fraud Investigations, Forensic Accounting, Internal Controls, Compliance
Education
University of Phoenix 2000 — 2002
MBA, Business Administration
Stockton University 1983 — 1988
BA, Finance
MGM Grand Detroit October 2005 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit Casino June 2002 - October 2005
Casino Windsor 1998 - April 2001
Casino Windsor April 1997 - March 1998
Casino Windsor September 1996 - April 1997
Skills
Gaming Industry, VIP, Casino, Casino Gaming, Hospitality, Loyalty Programs, Hospitality Industry, Gaming, Resorts, Guest Service Management, Hotels, Hospitality Management, Retirement Homes, Sales, Poker, Loyalty Marketing, Pre-opening, Restaurants, Team Building, Database Marketing, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage
Education
St. Clair College 1991 — 1994
Marketing, Marketing
University of Windsor 1990 — 1991
Marketing
MGM Grand Detroit October 2013 - Present
City of Detroit December 2009 - November 2013
General Motors July 1979 - November 2009
Skills
Strategic Planning, Purchasing, Team Building, Process Improvement, Procurement, Program Management, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Continuous Improvement, Budgets, Analysis, Automotive, Business Planning, Business Process..., Business Strategy, Change Management, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Service, ERP, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Global Sourcing, Government, Inventory Management, Kaizen, Leadership Development, Lean Manufacturing, Logistics, MRP, Management, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Negotiation, Operations Management, Organizational..., Policy, Policy Analysis, Product Development, Project Management, Project Planning, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Six Sigma, Sourcing, Strategy, Supplier Development, Supplier Negotiation, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management
Education
Michigan State University 1974 — 1979
BS, Economics
Chrysler Group LLC June 2013 - August 2013
Make-A-Wish Michigan April 2011 - December 2012
MGM Grand - Detroit July 1999 - October 2005
Congressman Dale Kildee September 1998 - November 1998
Skills
Press Releases, Newsletters, Feature Articles, Flyers, Volunteer recruiting, Blogging, Community Development, Media Relations, Public Relations
Education
Wayne State University 2009 — 2012
Masters, Public Relations and Organizational Communications
Rochester College 2004 — 2007
Bachelor's of Science, Mass Communication/Media Studies
JC PENNEY Department store November 2014 - Present
The Henry Ford (Museum) March 2004 - July 2014
Henry Ford Community College, Dearborn September 2011 - December 2013
MGM Grand Detroit August 2013 - September 2013
Dearborn Inn, Marriott LLC December 2012 - December 2012
Real Property Management Specialists May 2011 - September 2011
Communicating Arts Credit Union November 2008 - February 2009
Hotel St. Regis - Detroit June 2007 - May 2008
The Detroit News September 2003 - January 2004
Cleansing Flood LLC (Cleaners & Laundry) March 2003 - May 2003
Skills
Public Speaking, Customer Service, Culinary Skills, Restaurants, Restaurant Experience, Short Order Cook, Management Experience, Hotel & Inn Experience, Prep Cook, Public Relations Officer, Communication skills, Cash Handling, Encourager / Motivator, Telecommunications, Microsoft Office, Cooking, Switchboard Operator, Leadership, Multi Tasking, Hotels, Creative Writing, Report Writing Skills, Front Office, Server, Front Desk Agent, Assistant Manager, Guest Room Attendant, Customer Service..., College Student, Employee Training, Hospitality Service, Greeter, Receptionist Duties, Office worker, Laundry Valet, Co-host, Writer, Housekeeping, Supervision, Story Telling, Hospitality, sandwich preparer, Sautee, Housekeeper, Filing and faxing, Management
Education
Henry Ford Community College, Dearborn 2011 — 2014
Associate of Arts and Applied Sciences (A.A.S.), Culinary Arts/ Hotel Restaurant Management, A to B
Specs Howard School of Media Arts 1990 — 1990
Certificate, Radio / Television
MGM Grand Detroit August 2014 - Present
Centerplate April 2006 - July 2014
Skills
Menu Development, Cuisine, Recipes, Sauces, Culinary Skills, Banquets, Catering, Culinary Education, Customer Service, Event Planning, Fine Dining, Food, Food, Food Safety, HACCP, Food Service, Restaurant Management, Restaurants
Education
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Bachelors of Science and Management
The Art Institute of Washington 2006 — 2008
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Culinary Arts/Chef Training
MGM Grand Detroit February 2010 - Present
FDYR July 2009 - Present
Skills
Mediation, Alternative Dispute..., Conflict Resolution, Dispute Resolution, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Arbitration, Conflict Management, Coaching, Nonprofits, Research, Strategic Planning, Litigation, Microsoft Office, Teaching
Education
Wayne State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Oakland Community College
MGM Grand Detroit July 1999 - Present
Damon's International January 1998 - January 1999
DeLuca's Restaurant August 1994 - July 1997
Skills
Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis, Windows, Outlook, Event Planning, Accounting, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Consulting, Microsoft Excel, HTML, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Web Design, WordPress, XML, XHTML, Purchasing
Education
Schoolcraft College 1997 — 2012
Adult and Continuing Education Administration
University of Phoenix 2004 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Information Technology
Michigan State University 1997 — 1999
Mathematics and Computer Science
Henry Ford Community College 1994 — 1997
Associate's degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Lee M Thurston High School 1990 — 1994
Diploma
The Bell Tower Hotel February 2015 - Present
Greektown Casino-Hotel September 2013 - October 2014
Greektown Casino-Hotel September 2013 - October 2014
Greektown Casino-Hotel April 2010 - November 2013
Greektown Casino-Hotel April 2010 - September 2013
Greektown Casino-Hotel December 2008 - April 2010
MGM Grand Detroit August 2007 - October 2008
Skills
Casino, Hotels, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Pre-opening, Hotel Management, Front Office, Culinary Skills, Hospitality Industry
Education
Schoolcraft College
Culinary Arts
MGM Grand Detroit August 2015 - Present
AVI food services 2012 - 2013
The Henry Hotel - Autograph Collection July 2010 - July 2012
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company, L.L.C. June 2006 - July 2010
Skills
Culinary Skills, Catering, Menu Development, Banquets, Fine Dining, Hotels, Training, Corporate Events, Food & Beverage
Education
Oakland Community College 1999 — 2001
Applied science, Culinary arts
MGM Grand Detroit June 2015 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit June 2014 - May 2015
MGM Grand Detroit June 1999 - June 2014
Skills
Casino, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Customer Service, Gaming Industry, Event Planning
Education
University of Phoenix 2013 — 2015
Master of Science in Administration in Justice and Security, Criminal Justice and Security
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.47
MGM Grand Detroit September 2012 - Present
Basketball America 2002 - Present
Comerica Bank February 2004 - November 2011
Oakland Community College January 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Training, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Banking, Interviews, Marketing, Internal Controls, Loans, Teamwork, Risk Management, Employee Training, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Policy, Microsoft Excel, Management, Tax
Education
Michigan State University 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Criminal Justice
Oakland Community College 2006 — 2007
Associate of Science, Criminal Justice
Oakland University 2002 — 2006
of Study, Business Administration
MGM Grand Detroit August 2014 - Present
MotorCity Casino Hotel August 2011 - August 2014
The Baronette Renaissance March 2010 - August 2011
Kellogg Hotel & Conference Center May 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Hotel Management, Customer Satisfaction, Guest Recovery, Housekeeping, Communication Skills, Casino Gaming, Employee Training, Mathematics, Springer Miller Systems, MARSHA, Social Media, Boutique Hotels, Hotels, Pre-opening, Property Management..., Micros, Food & Beverage, Banquets, Customer Service
Education
Michigan State University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Hospitality Administration/Management
Pinckney High School 2000 — 2004
Diploma
MGM Grand - Detroit 1999 - 2008
Skills
Windows, SQL
Education
Wayne County Community College District 1982 — 1984
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Niagara University 1972 — 1976
N.A., Accounting
Hilton Garden Inn March 2014 - Present
Hilton Garden Inn March 2013 - March 2014
Hilton Garden Inn April 2011 - March 2013
MGM Grand Detroit August 2007 - October 2008
Courtyard Marriott Detroit March 2002 - August 2007
Skills
Rooms Division, Property Management..., Micros, Pre-opening, Yield Management, Banquets, Food, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Front Office, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Hotels, Customer Service
Education
University of Mississippi 2004 — 2006
Hospitality Administration/Management
University of Mississippi 2000 — 2004
Hospitality Administration/Management
MGM Grand Detroit July 2007 - May 2015
Target September 2006 - July 2007
Pet Supplies Plus August 2000 - August 2006
Education
Oakland Community College 2005 — 2015
Working towards a Security Transfer Associates Degree, Criminal Justice
Oakland University 2003 — 2005
None, Gereral Education Credits
MGM Grand Detroit October 2014 - Present
GOOD STEWARD BUSINESS SERVICES January 2008 - Present
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan August 2013 - July 2014
ACD Direct 2010 - 2013
Education
University of Detroit Mercy
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Personnel Management
beaumomnt January 2012 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit January 2011 - April 2012
Education
Oakland University 2007 — 2012
Pre-Medicine/Pre-Medical Studies
Greektown Casino-Hotel October 2011 - Present
Greektown Casino-Hotel March 2011 - October 2011
MGM Grand Detroit May 2005 - January 2010
WMS Gaming September 2004 - May 2005
Skills
Casino, Gaming Industry, Operations Management, Database Marketing, Budgets, Online Gaming, Team Building, Gaming, Resorts, Hospitality, Process Scheduler, Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Loyalty Programs
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1992 — 1996
BS, Industrial Engineering
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 2007 — 2007
Hotel, and Restaurant Management
Casino Arizona May 2007 - Present
MGM Grand Detroit July 1999 - April 2007
Education
Oakland Community College
MGM Grand Detroit July 2013 - Present
Skills
Culinary Education, Pastry, Charcuterie, Butchery
Education
Northwest Louisiana Technical College 2003 — 2005
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Culinary Arts/Chef Training
MGM Grand Detroit February 2011 - Present
Education
Northern Michigan University
Associate’s Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
MGM Grand Detroit June 2015 - Present
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality and Tourism Management