Minnesota Zoo

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The Minnesota Zoo, is an AZA-accredited zoo in Apple Valley, Minnesota. When it opened on May 22, 1978 it was fairly revolutionary in its exhibit design. Address: 13000 Zoo Blvd, Apple Valley, MN 55124 Hours: Closed ⋅ Opens 9AM Sunday9AM–4PMMonday(Martin Luther King Jr. Day)9AM–4PMHours might differTuesday9AM–4PMWednesday9AM–4PMThursday9AM–4PMFriday9AM–4PMSaturday9AM–4PMSuggest an edit Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Notable animals: Taijah, Semo, Allie: : : : Place name: : Category: Website: : Website: http://www.mnzoo.org/ Category: Zoo Suggest an editUnable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo. Unable to add this file. Please check that it is a valid photo.

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Minnesota Zoo Employees

Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Emily Geary Emily Geary Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Emily Geary's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2010 - September 2010
Job Sales Specialist at REI
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
REI  November 2014 - Present
Bureau of Land Management  April 2014 - October 2014
Bonfire Wood Fire Cooking, Axel's Charhouse Restaurants   February 2014 - April 2014
University of Chicago  September 2013 - December 2013
St. Olaf College  September 2010 - May 2013
University of Tulsa  May 2012 - July 2012
South Dakota State University  June 2011 - August 2011
St. Olaf College  January 2011 - February 2011
St. Olaf College  October 2010 - February 2011
Minnesota Zoo   May 2010 - September 2010

Skills
Customer Service, Bird Banding, Data Entry, Bird Watching, Mist Netting, Trapping, Biology, Ecology, Small mammal and herp..., Behavioral Observation, Skin Preps, Tree Coring, Undergrowth Sampling, Animal enrichment, Trimble GPS

Education
St. Olaf College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, General, Senior

School of Environmental Studies   2007 — 2009
High School

Eastview High School   2005 — 2009
High School

Lynn Treadwell Lynn Treadwell Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lynn Treadwell's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1990 - 1992
Job Digital marketing strategist, web development and content management and social media manager
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Be The Match operated by National Marrow Donor Program  October 2000 - June 2015
State of Minnesota Office of Technology   August 1998 - June 2000
Minnesota Zoo   1990 - 1992

Skills
Team Leadership, User Experience Design, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, SEO, Web Design, Strategic Communications, User Experience, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Management, Nonprofits, Interactive Marketing, Content Strategy, Leadership, Public Relations, Online Marketing, Strategy, Editing, Web Content Management, Mobile Design, Digital Strategy, Website Development, Process and systems...

Education
University of Minnesota Twin Cities
Journalism and Public Relations

Finger Lakes Community College
AAS, Graphic Design

Olivia Kalkman Olivia Kalkman Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Olivia Kalkman's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Mayo Innovation Scholar for Mayo Clinic, Current Student at the College of Saint Benedict/Saint John's University
Industry
Experience
CSB Health Promotions   January 2014 - April 2014
Mayo Clinic  October 2013 - March 2014
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013
Blow Up Records   November 2012 - December 2012
Lifeworks Services, Inc.   June 2011 - August 2011
ASK Financial LLP   June 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Marketing, Microsoft Word, Research, Spanish, Writing, Social Media, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Music, Blogging, Databases, Microsoft Office, Creative Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Leadership, Event Planning, Communication Skills, Customer Service, Time Management, Music Performance, Songwriting, Creative Strategy, Outlook, Facebook, Social Networking, Photoshop, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Teaching, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Public Relations, Access

Education
College of St. Benedict   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's degree, Communications Major, Music, Business Management Minors

Cretin-Derham Hall High School   2006 — 2010
Diploma

College of Saint Benedict and Saint John's University

Mitchell Hirn Mitchell Hirn Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Mitchell Hirn's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Marketing & Sales Intern Minnesota Zoo
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   January 2015 - Present
Iowa State University Recreation Services  April 2011 - December 2014
Zao525   June 2013 - September 2013
FOSS Swim School  May 2011 - August 2011
Papa John's International  April 2010 - August 2010
Potbelly Sandwich Works  May 2008 - October 2009

Skills
Social Media, Marketing, Social Networking, Time Management, Event Planning, Pixlr - online free..., Facebook, Marketing Communications, Market Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Twitter, YouTube, Pinterest, Tumblr, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, International Business, People-oriented, People Skills, Typing, Teamwork, Team Leadership, market, Social Media Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Awareness

Education
Century College   2015 — 2017
Associate of Arts (AA), Graphic Design

Iowa State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's of Science, College of Business - Double Major - Marketing and International Business, 3.0

Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona   2013 — 2013
Credits, International Business, 3.3 GPA

Maggie O'Malley Maggie O'Malley Rosemount, Minnesota Details
Maggie O'Malley's Minnesota Zoo Experience March 2008 - June 2008
Job 3rd Grade Teacher at Echo Park Elementary
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Echo Park Elementary   August 2014 - Present
Child Care Services  May 2011 - Present
Wonder Years Daycare Center   September 2013 - January 2014
Grand Forks Public Schools  October 2012 - May 2013
Carbones's Pizza and Pub   August 2008 - November 2009
Minnesota Zoo   March 2008 - June 2008

Skills
Elementary Education, Special Education, Time Management, Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Classroom Management, RTI, Differentiated..., Creativity, Interpersonal Skill, Intrapersonal Skills, Child Development, Experience Working with..., Spanish, Tutoring, Fundraising

Education
The University of North Dakota   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Education (BEd), Elementary Education and Teaching

Rosemount High School   2006 — 2010
Diploma

Sami Shingu Sami Shingu Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Sami Shingu's Minnesota Zoo Experience August 2009 - January 2010
Job Associate Portfolio Administrator
Industry Investment Management
Experience
The Leuthold Group  April 2014 - Present
Anytime Fitness  October 2013 - Present
Fiduciary Counselling, Inc.   January 2012 - April 2014
Fiduciary Counselling, Inc.   January 2010 - January 2012
Minnesota Zoo   August 2009 - January 2010
University of California, Santa Barbara  October 2006 - July 2009

Skills
Lotus Notes, Administrative..., Organization &..., Timeslips, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Great Personality, Time Management, AS400 system, Great Plains Software, Microsoft Office, QuickBooks, Adobe Professional, IBM iSeries, Budgets, Administrative Support, Great Plains, AS400, Mutual Funds, Creative Problem Solving, Interpersonal..., Yoga, Account Reconciliation

Education
Metropolitan State University   2010 — 2012
B.S., Accounting

University of California, Santa Barbara   2005 — 2009
B.A., Biological Sciences - Ecology, Evolution & Marine Biology

Lodi High School

Sarah Feldmeier Sarah Feldmeier Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sarah Feldmeier's Minnesota Zoo Experience February 2012 - September 2013
Job Buyer at C.H. Robinson
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
C.H. Robinson   June 2015 - Present
C.H. Robinson   October 2013 - Present
St. Cloud State University  May 2014 - August 2014
Minnesota Zoo   February 2012 - September 2013
Freeziac   May 2012 - August 2012
Best Buy  August 2009 - November 2010

Skills
communicating with..., strong interpersonal..., multitasking, Electronics, Customer Service, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Time Management, Reliability, Organization &..., Critical Thinking, Telephone Skills, Data Entry, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Employee Training, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Marketing Communications, marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Advertising, Event Management, Analysis, Social Networking, Marketing Research, Training, Multi Tasking, Marketing

Education
Saint Cloud State University - G.R. Herberger College of Business   2011 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Marketing

Burnsville High School   2008 — 2011

Beth Burns Beth Burns Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Beth Burns's Minnesota Zoo Experience July 2013 - Present
Job Vice President for External Relations Minnesota Zoo
Industry Music
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   July 2013 - Present
MN Music Coalition   June 2009 - Present
Lutheran Music Program  May 2007 - June 2013
Minnesota Citizens for the Arts  1997 - 2013
National Endowment for the Arts  January 2007 - April 2007
Guthrie Theater  September 1998 - December 2006
MacPhail Center for Music  1992 - 1996
The Children's Theatre Company  1989 - 1992

Skills
Business Strategy, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Music, Program Management, Arts Administration, Grant Writing, Grants, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Community Outreach, Nonprofits

Education
University of St. Thomas   1996 — 1998

St. Olaf College   1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)

Jim Rognlie Jim Rognlie Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jim Rognlie's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 1980 - June 1984
Job CEO at Building Maintenance Management
Industry Facilities Services
Experience
Building Maintenance Management Inc.   January 1987 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   January 1980 - June 1984
Macalester College  April 1962 - January 1980

Skills
Customer Service, Facilities Management, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Team Building, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, New Business Development, Negotiation

Education
Michigan State University   1960 — 1962
Bachelor of Science (BS), Applied Horticulture/Horticulture Operations, General

Gael Zembal Gael Zembal Eden Prairie, Minnesota Details
Gael Zembal's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2014 - August 2014
Job Education and Outreach Specialist
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Nine Mile Creek Watershed District   June 2015 - Present
Wargo Nature Center   August 2014 - June 2015
Springbrook Nature Center  May 2014 - October 2014
Minnesota Zoo   June 2014 - August 2014
Lorado Taft Field Campus   August 2013 - April 2014
Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center  August 2012 - July 2013
Wilderness Inquiry  June 2012 - August 2012
Cereal Disease Laboratory, USDA   September 2008 - April 2012
Dodge Nature Preschool   September 2011 - March 2012
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources  May 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Environmental Education, Ecology, Environmental Science, Public Speaking, Teaching, Wildlife, Community Outreach, Water Resources, Music, Editing, Non-profits, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Outdoor Recreation, Environmental Awareness, Research, Social Media, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Nonprofits

Education
Hamline University   2012 — 2013
Certificate of Environmental Education

University of Minnesota   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Sciences, Policy, and Management

Irondale High School   2004 — 2008
High School Diploma

Alyssa Hawkins Alyssa Hawkins Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Alyssa Hawkins's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1994 - 1997
Job Director of Giving Programs, The Minneapolis Foundation
Industry Philanthropy
Experience
The Minneapolis Foundation  October 2013 - Present
Earth Force  October 2002 - August 2013
Girls on the Run - Twin Cities  2011 - 2013
Friends of the Mississippi River  1999 - 2003
Minnesota Zoo   1994 - 1997

Skills
Program Management, Program Development, Service Learning, Environmental Awareness, Nonprofits, Youth Development, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Event Planning, Grants, Environmental Policy, Public Speaking, Program Evaluation, Public Policy, Volunteer Management, Community Development, Leadership, Teaching, Staff Development, Environmental Education, Curriculum Development, Workshop Facilitation, Strategic Planning, Partnerships, Civic Engagement, Research, Capacity Building, Sustainability, Policy Analysis, Wetlands, Strategy, Proposal Writing, Training, Strategic Partnerships, Personnel Management, Classroom, Governance, Networking, Community Organizing, Organizational..., Non-profit..., Philanthropy, Leadership Development, Curriculum Design, Board Development, Strategic Communications, Community Engagement, Government

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1996 — 1998
BS, Natural Resources

Rosemount High School, Rosemount, Minnesota   1989 — 1993

Drake University

Drake University

Cale Nordmeyer Cale Nordmeyer Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Cale Nordmeyer's Minnesota Zoo Experience
Job
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Minnesota Zoo  

Skills
Wildlife Conservation, Animal Husbandry, Butterfly Gardening, Field Research

Education
Lewis and Clark College   2004 — 2007
Biology

Sarah Buske Sarah Buske Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Sarah Buske's Minnesota Zoo Experience April 2009 - October 2009
Job Financial Analyst at IBM
Industry Accounting
Experience
IBM  August 2014 - Present
CBRE  June 2013 - August 2013
Minnesota Zoo   April 2009 - October 2009

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Budgets, Outlook, Strategic Planning, Teamwork, Financial Analysis, Leadership, Research, Public Speaking, Financial Reporting, Time Management, Sales, Accounts Payable, QuickBooks

Education
College of Saint Benedict   2010 — 2014
Accounting with a concentration in Finance, Business Administration and Management, General

Julie Eastling, APR Julie Eastling, APR Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Julie Eastling, APR's Minnesota Zoo Experience July 1990 - August 1996
Job Program Communications Consultant at Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation
Industry Philanthropy
Experience
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota Foundation   May 2005 - Present
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota  March 1998 - April 2005
Imax Theater at the Minnesota Zoo   September 1996 - February 1998
Minnesota Zoo   July 1990 - August 1996
Mona, Meyer, McGrath & Gavin   July 1987 - July 1990
Minda Associates   July 1984 - July 1987
Carpenter Nature Center   1981 - 1984

Skills
Internal Communications, Non-profits, Public Relations, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Advertising, Project Management, Strategic Communications, Editing, Marketing Communications, Nonprofits, Management, Publications

Education
University of St. Thomas   1985 — 1986
Communications

Brigham Young University   1978 — 1981
Master's, Zoology

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1974 — 1978
Bachelor's, Animal Behavior

Kathleen (Kate) Effertz Kathleen (Kate) Effertz Winona, Minnesota Details
Kathleen (Kate) Effertz's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Web Content Specialist at Winona State University
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Winona State University  October 2014 - Present
Capture Marketing  August 2014 - October 2014
Winona State University  August 2012 - May 2014
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013
Winona State University  December 2011 - August 2012
Minnesota State University, Mankato  2009 - 2011

Skills
Graphic Design, Vector Illustration, Illustrator, Typography, Logo Design, Photoshop, Layout, Dreamweaver, Social Media, InDesign, Web Design, Marketing, Digital Illustration, Packaging, WordPress, Mac, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics Layout, Digital Painting, Web Content Management, Interactive Creative..., Digital Photography, Film Photography, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Facebook, Social Networking

Education
Winona State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design

Florence University of the Arts   2011 — 2011
Study Abroad, Drawing

Minnesota State University, Mankato   2009 — 2010
Mass Communication/Media Studies

Belle Plaine High School   2006 — 2009

Steven Hage Steven Hage Hector, Minnesota Details
Steven Hage's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 1981 - August 1995
Job Conservation Education Consultant
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Consultant  2012 - Present
School of Environmental Studies   September 1995 - June 2012
Prairie Woods Environmental Learning Center   November 2002 - July 2004
Minnesota Zoo   June 1981 - August 1995
Appleton Public Schools   September 1978 - June 1981

Skills
Teaching, Science, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Research, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Program Development, Community Outreach, Editing, Fundraising, Environmental Education, Volunteer Management, Lesson Planning, Differentiated..., Informal & Formal..., Outdoor & Sportsmen..., Environmental Service..., Curriculum Design, Outdoor Education, Classroom, Curriculum Development, Teacher Training, Tutoring, Staff Development, Instructional Design, Educational Technology

Education
Southwest Minnesota State University   1972 — 1976
Bachelor's degree, Biology and Science Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Master's degree, Science Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Ph.D. coursework, Conservation Biology

Josh Le Josh Le Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Josh Le's Minnesota Zoo Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Communications Manager at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   September 2015 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   April 2012 - September 2015
MKG - Experiential Marketing  September 2011 - April 2012
Minnesota Zoo AZUL   February 2011 - April 2012
Minnesota Zoo   March 2007 - September 2011
Minnesota Zoo   May 2011 - August 2011
Minnesota Zoo Foundation  January 2011 - May 2011
Molly Cool's Seafood Tavern   August 2010 - February 2011

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media Strategist, Crisis Communications, Organizational..., Event Management, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Community Outreach, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Planning, Grant Writing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research, Sponsorship Activation, Financial Sponsors, Corporate Events, Client Development, Concert Production, Social Networking, Non-profit Board..., Social Media, Marketing, Media Relations, Fundraising, Creative Direction, Newsletters, Sponsorship, Press Releases, Public Relations

Education
University of Minnesota Crookston   2007 — 2011
B.S., Business Organizational Management, Marketing

University of Minnesota Duluth

Hawaii Pacific University

Burnsville High School   2004 — 2007

Danicka Bergeson Danicka Bergeson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Danicka Bergeson's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Recent Graduate (B.S. Animal Science)
Industry Military
Experience
University of Minnesota  September 2012 - May 2015
Private Employer  2005 - 2014
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013
US Army  August 2009 - February 2012
University of Minnesota  July 2007 - May 2009

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2015
Animal Science B.S., Companion Animal Emphasis

Fayetteville Technical Community College   2011 — 2012
Biology, General

Edina High School   2005 — 2007

Dan Specht Dan Specht Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Dan Specht's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 1997 - August 2000
Job Client Care Consultant at Socius
Industry Computer Software
Experience
Socius  March 2011 - Present
Microsoft  January 2009 - March 2011
Europe and Middle East Regions   January 2005 - January 2009
Microsoft  January 2002 - January 2005
St Joseph's Elementary School  September 2001 - June 2002
St Mary's Elementary School  September 2000 - June 2001
River Valley Church  1995 - 2001
Minnesota Zoo   May 1997 - August 2000

Skills
Microsoft Dynamics, Microsoft SQL Server, Great Plains Software, ERP, Crystal Reports, T-SQL, SaaS, Pre-sales, Financials, Microsoft Technologies, Technical Support, Professional Services, SQL, Software Implementation, Enterprise Software, Business Process, Integration, Microsoft Dynamics GP

Education
University of Minnesota   1998 — 2000
BA, Political Science

University of Minnesota-Morris   1997 — 2000
Political Science, Elementary Education

St. Cloud State University   1996 — 1997
Honors Program, Elementray Education

Derrick Anderson Derrick Anderson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Derrick Anderson's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2012 - May 2013
Job Provider Solutions Analyst at CIGNA Behavioral Health
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
CIGNA Behavioral Health  November 2014 - Present
CIGNA Behavioral Health  August 2013 - November 2014
Minnesota Zoo   June 2012 - May 2013
JCPenney  June 2011 - January 2012
AMC Theatres  October 2006 - August 2010

Skills
Leadership, Customer Service, Sales, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Teamwork, Retail, Management, Social Networking, Time Management, Social Media, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Event Planning

Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato   2009 — 2013
B.S., Business Management, International Business

Mackenzie Pearson Mackenzie Pearson Orlando, Florida Details
Mackenzie Pearson's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2008 - May 2009
Job Research Associate at The Walt Disney Company
Industry Entertainment
Experience
The Walt Disney Company  2011 - Present
The Walt Disney Company  February 2011 - December 2011
The Walt Disney Company  June 2010 - January 2011
The Walt Disney Company  January 2010 - June 2010
Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium  September 2009 - December 2009
Minnesota Zoo   May 2008 - May 2009
St. Olaf College  2005 - 2009
Associated Colleges of the Midwest  January 2008 - May 2008
Eden Prairie School District  June 2007 - August 2007

Skills
Animal Behavior and..., Operations/Team..., Conservation Education, Basic ArcGIS..., VHF Radio Telemetry..., Conducting Marine..., Small Bird Handling and..., Animal Husbandry, Proficiency in Spanish, Microsoft Office, Adobe Design Programs, Disney Guest Service..., Social Media Marketing..., Microsoft Expression..., Noldus The Observer...

Education
University of Florida
Non-Degree - In Process, Geospatial Analysis Graduate Certificate

St. Olaf College   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, Spanish

Eden Prairie High School
High School Diploma

Gail Buhl Gail Buhl Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Gail Buhl's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1993 - 2001
Job Education Program Manager at The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
The Raptor Center at the University of Minnesota College of Veterinary Medicine   May 2007 - Present
Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center  February 2001 - May 2007
Wolf Ridge Environmental Learning Center  2001 - 2007
Minnesota Zoo   1993 - 2001
Carpenter St. Croix Valley Nature Center   January 1989 - January 1993

Skills
Birds, Environmental Education, Bird Watching, Science Education, Ecology, Outdoor Education, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Natural History, Environmental Issues, Animal Husbandry, Wildlife, Experiential Education, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Curriculum Design, Science, Informal Education, Volunteer Training, Research, Conservation Issues, Nonprofits, Program Development, Environmental Policy, Curriculum Development, Environmental Awareness, Higher Education, Youth Development, Invasive Species, Event Planning, Classroom, Public Engagement, Tutoring, Museum Education, Teaching, Community Development, Biodiversity, Educational Research, Animal Welfare, Staff Development, captive raptor..., bird training, Educational Outreach, Wildlife Rehabilitation

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science, Biology

St. Cloud State University   1982 — 1983

Shelly Brouwer Shelly Brouwer Boulder, Colorado Details
Shelly Brouwer's Minnesota Zoo Experience 2007 - 2009
Job Faculty at Karen Pryor Academy
Industry Philanthropy
Experience
Karen Pryor Academy   February 2014 - Present
Humane Society of Boulder Valley  2009 - July 2014
Minnesota Zoo   2007 - 2009
Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration  2004 - 2007
Dolphin Research Center  1999 - 2004

Skills
Board Relations, Non-profit Program..., Animal Welfare, Animal Behavior, Animal Training, Program Management, Public Speaking, Public Education, Event Planning, Team Leadership, Media Relations, Project Management, Grants, Program Evaluation, Program Budgeting, Conference Organization, Communication Skills, Public Relations, Diplomacy, Educational Programs, Media Representation, Supervision, Mentoring, Aquariums, Marine Mammals, Zoo, Staff Development

Education
The University of North Dakota
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General

George Mason University
Master's degree, Non-Profit Leadership

University of Orebro, Sweden
Study abroad

Kelsey Koch Kelsey Koch Belgrade, Montana Details
Kelsey Koch's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Graduate Teaching Assistant at Montana State University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Montana State University  August 2013 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - August 2012
Camp Perkins   May 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Teaching, Team Building, Leadership, Tutoring, Peer Tutoring, Youth Mentoring, Creativity, Student Engagement, Critical Thinking, Analytical Reasoning, Mathematics Education, Mathematics

Education
Montana State University-Bozeman   2013 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Mathematics

Concordia University, St. Paul   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics and 5-12 Math Education

Kent Morien Kent Morien Greater Chicago Area Details
Kent Morien's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2003 - August 2003
Job Owner/Photographer of Kent Drake Photography
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Kent Drake Photography   January 2010 - Present
Pierbusseti World Travel   February 2009 - March 2012
JET Program  August 2006 - August 2008
National Association for Japan Exchange and Teaching   May 2007 - June 2008
ASU Public Events   January 2006 - May 2006
ASU Gammage  January 2004 - May 2006
ASU Foundation  September 2003 - September 2004
Minnesota Zoo   June 2003 - August 2003
Minnesota Zoo   May 2001 - August 2003

Skills
Event Planning, Leadership, Advertising, Photography, Marketing, Public Relations, Digital Photography, Training

Education
Arizona State University   2001 — 2006
BIS, International Business, Japanese

Hannah Magnan Hannah Magnan Greater Chicago Area Details
Hannah Magnan's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2011 - August 2011
Job Senior Graphic Designer
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
CBC Marketing Services   October 2012 - Present
Freelance Graphic Design & Art Direction   May 2012 - Present
Move One Degree   June 2012 - October 2012
Flyer Enterprises  February 2011 - May 2012
Flyer News  August 2010 - May 2012
UD Printing and Design   January 2010 - May 2012
Brother Joseph W Stander Symposium 2012   April 2012 - April 2012
Minnesota Zoo   May 2011 - August 2011
Empower Campaign   September 2009 - September 2010
Minnehaha Academy  August 2006 - June 2008

Skills
InDesign, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Social Media Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Web Design, Layout, Digital Illustration, Graphics, Flash, Typography, PowerPoint, Posters, Marketing, Visual Communication, Advertising, Packaging, HTML

Education
University of Dayton   2008 — 2012
BFA, Visual Communication Design with a concentration in Graphic Design and Minor in Marketing

Kelcy Longendyke Kelcy Longendyke Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kelcy Longendyke's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Tradeshow & Marketing Assistant at Terrybear Urns & Memorials
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Terrybear® Urns & Memorials   July 2015 - Present
Ameri-Can International Academy   July 2014 - June 2015
Bemidji State University  May 2013 - May 2014
Bemidji State University  January 2012 - May 2014
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Public Relations, Social Networking, Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign, Digital Photography

Education
Bemidji State University   2010 — 2014

Bemidji State University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing Communication

Katherine Quattrini Katherine Quattrini Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Katherine Quattrini's Minnesota Zoo Experience July 2013 - August 2014
Job Adoptions & Community Outreach at Animal Welfare League of Alexandria
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Animal Welfare League of Alexandria  February 2015 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   July 2013 - August 2014
Heritage Animal Hospital  September 2012 - April 2014
Springbrook Nature Center  June 2012 - September 2012
Stone Mountain Pet Lodge  May 2011 - May 2012
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center  May 2010 - August 2010
Blank Park Zoo  January 2010 - April 2010
Minnesota Zoo   May 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Public Speaking, Environmental Education, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Office, Research, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Teaching, Wildlife, PowerPoint, Dogs, Biology, Animal Husbandry, Animal Behavior, Leadership, Communication, Training

Education
Drake University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Science

Elizabeth Harries Elizabeth Harries Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Elizabeth Harries's Minnesota Zoo Experience March 2012 - August 2012
Job GreenCorps Member at AmeriCorps
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
AmeriCorps  September 2014 - Present
North Dakotans for Clean Water, Wildlife and Parks   January 2014 - May 2014
North Dakota State University  May 2013 - August 2013
University of Minnesota  September 2012 - May 2013
Minnesota Zoo   March 2012 - August 2012

Skills
GIS, Microsoft Word, First Aid, Notary Public, Microsoft Excel, Ballot Initiatives, Customer Service, Laboratory, Public Speaking, Teamwork, Sustainability

Education
University of Minnesota   2009 — 2013
Bachelors, Environmental Science, Policy, and Management

University of Minnesota-Duluth   2009 — 2011

Study Abroad in Kenya, Africa
Wilderness and Adventure Education

Amy Melander Amy Melander Lakeville, Minnesota Details
Amy Melander's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2008 - September 2011
Job Student at Argosy University Twin Cities
Industry Veterinary
Experience
TJX  August 2011 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   June 2008 - September 2011
Raberge's ATA Leadership Martial Arts   September 2009 - 2010
Chuck and Dons Pet Food Outlet  March 2009 - July 2009

Skills
Customer Service, Drawing, Food & Beverage, Microsoft Office, Tutoring

Education
Argosy University Twin Cities   2013 — 2014
Associate of Science (AS), Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant

Minnesota School of Business-Lakeville   2012 — 2013
Veterinary/Animal Health Technology/Technician and Veterinary Assistant, 4.0 GPA

University of Minnesota-Rochester   2010 — 2011

Chris Chisholm Chris Chisholm Greater St. Louis Area Details
Chris Chisholm's Minnesota Zoo Experience April 1997 - April 2000
Job Sixth Grade Science Teacher at Parkway School District
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Parkway School District  August 2013 - Present
Self Employed  November 2003 - Present
Saint Louis Zoo  May 2000 - Present
Parkway School District  August 2002 - May 2013
Minnesota Zoo   April 1997 - April 2000
Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden  April 1996 - April 1997
Roger Williams Park Zoo  1994 - 1995

Skills
Teaching, Classroom, Curriculum Design, Staff Development, Grant Writing, Educational Leadership, Teacher Training, Instructional Design, Contact Improvisation, Physical Theatre, Animal Training, Educational Technology, Improvisation, Curriculum Development, Technology Integration, Instructional Technology, Tutoring, Script Writing, Show Production, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Animal Husbandry, Training, Leadership, Community Outreach, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Editing, Science

Education
Washington University in St. Louis   2000 — 2001
Master of Arts (M.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching

Providence College   1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology, General

Bishop Guertin   1987 — 1991
diploma

Cristina Palmisano Cristina Palmisano Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Cristina Palmisano's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2007 - November 2013
Job Interpretive Naturalist at Three Rivers Park District
Industry Government Administration
Experience
Three Rivers Park District  April 2008 - Present
Hamline University  November 2013 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2007 - November 2013
Minneapolis Public Schools  August 2008 - November 2008
Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board  April 2006 - October 2007
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources  2004 - 2004
Dodge Nature Center  2002 - 2002

Skills
Community Outreach, Environmental Education, Teaching, Public Speaking, Outdoor Recreation, Program Development, Youth Development, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Program Management, Ecology, Birds, Social Media, Event Management, Science, Natural Resources, Natural History, Project Coordination, Program Evaluation, Environmental..., Educational Workshops, Research, Computer Proficiency, Nonprofits, Training, Grant Writing, Educational Research, Zoology, Professional..., Professional..., Autism Spectrum..., Animal Handling, Networking, Committees, Non-profit Volunteering, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Youth Mentoring

Education
Hamline University   2006 — 2012
Master of Arts in Teaching, Elementary Education, Middle School Science

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2003 — 2006
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Environmental Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison   1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Zoology

Kelsey Guenther Kelsey Guenther Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kelsey Guenther's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2009 - August 2009
Job Frontline at Park Nicollet
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Park Nicollet  August 2015 - Present
Columbia Sportswear  November 2013 - Present
Brian Graham Salon   May 2015 - August 2015
SeaWorld Orlando  March 2012 - December 2014
Vancouver Aquarium  August 2011 - December 2011
Dolphin Quest  May 2011 - August 2011
Minnesota Zoo   May 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Animal Husbandry, Presentations, Team Leadership, Cpr Certified, First Aid, SCUBA certified, Microsoft Office, Presentation via..., Microsoft Word

Education
Iowa State University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Psychology

Eagan High School   2003 — 2007
High School Diploma

Emily Mader Emily Mader Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Emily Mader's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2006 - September 2006
Job Long Term Substitute Teacher at Eastern Carver County Schools Pioneer Ridge Middle School
Industry Education Management
Experience
Eastern Carver County Schools- Pioneer Ridge Middle School   April 2015 - Present
Anoka-Hennepin School District  January 2015 - March 2015
Anoka-Hennepin School District- Jackson Middle School   August 2014 - November 2014
Minnesota Math Corps  August 2013 - July 2014
PetSmart  October 2006 - August 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2006 - September 2006

Skills
Tutoring, Middle School, Science Education, Animal Husbandry, Entomology, Pets, Biology, Science, Ecology, Animal Behavior, Teaching, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Editing, Inquiry-based Learning, Environmental Science, Earth Science, Physical Sciences

Education
Hamline University   2013 — 2015
Master of Arts (M.A.), Science Teacher Education/General Science Teacher Education

University of Wisconsin-Madison   2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Zoology/Animal Biology

Nikol Ross Nikol Ross Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Nikol Ross's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2008 - August 2008
Job Hydrologist at Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)
Industry Research
Experience
Minnesota Department of Agriculture (MDA)   February 2015 - Present
Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc.   May 2014 - October 2014
University of Minnesota  September 2012 - May 2014
Global Water Dances   May 2013 - July 2013
ATS Labs  April 2012 - August 2012
ATS Labs  October 2010 - May 2012
City of Burnsville  May 2009 - August 2010
Iowa Department of Natural Resources  January 2009 - May 2009
Minnesota Zoo   June 2008 - August 2008

Skills
ArcGIS, GIS, Natural Resources, Water Quality, Environmental Education, GPS, Microsoft Office, Plant Identification, Groundwater, Water Sampling, Ecological Restoration, Surface Water Hydrology, Database Management, Water Policy, Wetland Delineations, Wetlands, Water, Environmental Awareness, Environmental Impact..., Field Work

Education
Univeristy of Minnesota   2012 — 2014
Masters of Science, Water Resource Science

Drake University   2006 — 2009
B.S., Environmental Science

Breanna Dodge Breanna Dodge Hastings, Minnesota Details
Breanna Dodge's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Allina Health
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
HFC  February 2013 - Present
The Onion Grille   March 2011 - Present
Allina Hospitals & Clinics  January 2010 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Acceptional Writing..., Wide Range of Biology, Friendly, Driven, Approachable, Hands on/Visual Learner, Fast Learner, Non-profit Volunteer, 3.0 GPA, Always Willing to Learn, Willing to Go the Extra..., Good Work Ethic, Great communications..., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint, Animal Interpretation, Wetland Specimen..., PADI, Multitasking Skills, Customer Service, Positive Team Player, Training, PowerPoint

Education
Metropolitan State University   2010 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Biology, 3.0

Inver Hills Community College   2006 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Education

Hastings High School   2002 — 2006
Diploma, 3.2

Lydia Kan Lydia Kan Hopkins, Minnesota Details
Lydia Kan's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2013 - August 2013
Job Junior Scientist at University of Minnesota
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
University of Minnesota  July 2015 - Present
University of Minnesota  April 2015 - July 2015
Zion Early Childhood Center   January 2015 - April 2015
University of Minnesota  November 2014 - December 2014
University of Minnesota  June 2014 - November 2014
Bethel University  September 2013 - May 2014
Bethel University  September 2013 - December 2013
Minnesota Zoo   June 2013 - August 2013
Echinacea Project   May 2012 - August 2012
Mount Carmel Ministries  June 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Research, Teamwork, Statistics, Data Analysis, SPSS, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Environmental Science, Biology, Animal Husbandry, Data Entry, Field Research, GPS units, Autoclave, BSL-2

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2014 — 2014
Continuing Education

Bethel University   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Science

National University of Ireland, Maynooth   2012 — 2012

Ben Ledermann Ben Ledermann Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ben Ledermann's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - September 2012
Job Service Specialist at Airport Foundation
Industry Airlines/Aviation
Experience
MSP Airport Foundation   September 2012 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - September 2012
G2 Secure Staff  March 2001 - April 2012
Diamond Path Ranch Association   May 2004 - May 2011
Independent District #118   June 1966 - June 2000

Skills
Customer Service, Budgets, Teamwork

Education
St. John's University   1962 — 1966
B.A., Social Science/Teaching degree

Kimberly VanderWaal Kimberly VanderWaal Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Kimberly VanderWaal's Minnesota Zoo Experience August 2013 - August 2014
Job Postdoctoral Research Associate, Veterinary Population Medicine at University of Minnesota
Industry Research
Experience
University of Minnesota  August 2014 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   August 2013 - August 2014
UC Davis  September 2008 - July 2013
National Science Foundation  2010 - 2013
University of Nairobi  2010 - 2012
UC Davis  January 2010 - March 2010
University of Tennessee  March 2008 - July 2008
University of Minnesota  2003 - 2008
African Wildlife Foundation  August 2007 - December 2007

Skills
Disease ecology, Social network analysis, Savanna ecosystems, Giraffe ecology and..., R statistical package, GIS, Conservation biology..., Ecology, Project Management, Animal Behavior, Grant Writing, Science, Data Analysis, Multivariate Statistics, Wildlife epidemiology, R, Scientific Writing, Research, Field Work, Environmental Awareness, Wildlife, Social Network Analysis, Statistics, Biology

Education
UC Davis   2008 — 2013
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Behavioral Ecology

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior

John Penfield John Penfield Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
John Penfield's Minnesota Zoo Experience December 1999 - March 2000
Job Art Director – Graphic Designer – Production Artist
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Thomson Reuters  July 2003 - August 2015
Concrete Arts   September 2001 - June 2003
Thomson Reuters  March 2000 - August 2001
Minnesota Zoo   December 1999 - March 2000
Freelance  October 1993 - November 1999
Graphic Arts Center  January 1995 - April 1997
Pacific Gateway Publications   November 1989 - September 1993
Portland/Oregon Visitors Association (POVA)   January 1991 - September 1992
Vance Publishing  May 1988 - September 1989

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Art Direction, Graphic Design, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Brochures, Direct Mail, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Layout, Creative Strategy, Typography, Art, Photography, Adobe Acrobat, Graphics, Advertising, Magazine Layout Design

Education
Columbia College, Chicago, Ill.
B. A. Graphic Design

Karlyn Hood Karlyn Hood Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Karlyn Hood's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2014 - September 2014
Job Medication Care Manager at Sunrise Senior Living
Industry Pharmaceuticals
Experience
Sunrise Senior Living  August 2015 - Present
Walgreens  April 2015 - August 2015
Minnesota Zoo   May 2014 - September 2014
Suburban Animal Hospital  April 2013 - May 2014
Pet Images Kennel and Suites   April 2012 - September 2012

Skills
Animal Husbandry, Animal Care, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Medicine, Teamwork, Cashiering, Public Speaking

Education
Concordia University-St. Paul   2015 — 2015
N/a

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2011 — 2015
BS, Animal Sciences

Woodbury High School   2008 — 2011
High School

Bri Steigauf Bri Steigauf Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Bri Steigauf's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - September 2013
Job Project Engineer at Quality Tech Services
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Quality Tech Services  January 2015 - Present
Gleason's Gymnastics School  September 2014 - January 2015
Gleason's Gymnastics School  July 2014 - January 2015
Gleason's Gymnastics School  March 2012 - January 2015
Quality Tech Services  2015 - 2015
Northwestern College  January 2013 - December 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - September 2013
Minnesota Zoo   January 2013 - March 2013
University of Minnesota  August 2011 - May 2012
Richfield Gymnastics Club   July 2008 - August 2011

Skills
Microsoft Office, Research, Engineering, Calculus, Excel, PowerPoint, Time Management, Travel, Hard Worker, Outdoors, Determination, Microsoft Excel, Environmental Awareness, Higher Education, Leadership, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Technical Writing, Customer Service, Event Planning

Education
Northwestern College   2012 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2011 — 2012
Master's Degree, Bioproducts and Biosystems Engineering

Seattle Pacific University   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, General Engineering with an emphasis in Appropriate and Sustainable Engineering

Gwendolyn Evans Gwendolyn Evans Ann Arbor, Michigan Details
Gwendolyn Evans's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job University Engagement Collaborator at Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Matthaei Botanical Gardens and Nichols Arboretum  May 2015 - August 2015
Ecology Center  September 2014 - May 2015
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS)   May 2014 - August 2014
University of Minnesota: Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior   May 2013 - August 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013
Camp Fire USA Minnesota Council  November 2012 - May 2013
University of Minnesota - Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior   September 2012 - December 2012
University of Minnesota - Office of Undergraduate Admissions   May 2012 - October 2012
Talbots  May 2010 - August 2012
University of Minnesota - Department of Ecology, Evolution, and Behavior   May 2012 - July 2012

Skills
Customer Service, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office, Italian, Critical Thinking, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Research, Public Speaking, Organization, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Teamwork, ArcGIS, Field Work, Bird Banding, Mist Netting

Education
University of Michigan   2014 — 2018
Master of Science (M.S.), Conservation Ecology

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, Society, and Environment

Emily Weibel Emily Weibel Raleigh, North Carolina Details
Emily Weibel's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Student at Meredith College
Industry
Experience
Meredith College Aquatics   January 2013 - Present
Meredith College Student Leadership Service Office   September 2012 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Photoshop, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Java, HTML

Education
Meredith College   2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology

Jessica Madole Jessica Madole Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jessica Madole's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2012 - Present
Job Interpretive Program Developer
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   June 2012 - Present
Oologic LLC   April 2012 - Present
Bunker Park Stable   October 2002 - Present
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory  November 2006 - June 2012
Science Museum of Minnesota  November 1999 - November 2006
Science Museum of Minnesota  May 1996 - November 1999
Science Museum of Minnesota  May 1994 - May 1996

Skills
Museums, Museum Collections, Exhibit Design, Non-profits, Museum Education, Event Planning, Event Management, Art, History, Research, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Customer Service, Environmental Education, Training, Art Exhibitions, Grants, Public Speaking

Education
Macalester College   1996 — 1999
BA, Anthropology, Geology

Galen Sjöström Galen Sjöström Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Galen Sjöström's Minnesota Zoo Experience December 2010 - Present
Job Interpretive Naturalist at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   December 2010 - Present
International Wolf Center  February 2010 - August 2010
Lincoln Park Zoo  May 2009 - October 2009

Skills
Communication, Wildlife, Wildlife Photography, Education, Graphic Design, Environmental Education

Education
Wesleyan University   2003 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, East Asian Studies

Roosevelt University   2001 — 2003
Jazz Studies

Jamie Reimann Jamie Reimann Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Jamie Reimann's Minnesota Zoo Experience April 2008 - September 2009
Job Product Developer at Thomson Reuters
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Thomson Reuters  August 2015 - Present
Randstad  May 2015 - August 2015
Physician Advocates of Minnesota   June 2003 - August 2015
Thomson Reuters  June 2013 - May 2015
Center for Biological Diversity  February 2013 - May 2013
Hamline University  August 2010 - January 2011
Minnesota Zoo   April 2008 - September 2009

Skills
Westlaw, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Family Law, Health Law, Alternative Dispute..., Criminal Law, Criminal Defense, Courts, Mediation, Litigation, Paternity, Public Policy, Trials

Education
Hamline University School of Law   2011 — 2014
Juris Doctor, J.D.

Hamline University   2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science

Gustavus Adolphus College   2007 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Environmental Science

Bethany Ricks Bethany Ricks Madison, Wisconsin Details
Bethany Ricks's Minnesota Zoo Experience February 2012 - August 2012
Job Conservation Education Manager at Henry Vilas Zoo Friends of the Zoo
Industry Recreational Facilities and Services
Experience
Henry Vilas Zoo - Friends of the Zoo  June 2015 - Present
Conserve School  July 2013 - Present
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory  May 2012 - June 2013
Minnesota Zoo   February 2012 - August 2012
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service/Oregon Coast National Wildlife Refuge Complex   January 2011 - November 2011
SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium  July 2009 - December 2010
Barrier Island Environmental Education Program   August 2008 - May 2009
SEA LIFE Minnesota Aquarium  June 2005 - July 2008

Skills
Environmental..., Environmental Education, Animal Handling, Wildlife, Ecology, Environmental Science, Conservation Issues, Research, Teaching, Volunteer Management

Education
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point   2013 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Natural Resources, emphasis Environmental Education

Bethel University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, Environmental Studies

Ashley Farley Shimota Ashley Farley Shimota Eden Prairie, Minnesota Details
Ashley Farley Shimota's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2014 - Present
Job Student at Carleton College
Industry
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   June 2014 - Present
Auntie Ruth's Furry Friends   June 2013 - August 2014
Carleton College  2011 - 2012

Skills
Animal Care, Pets, Research, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Editing

Education
Carleton College   2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology

Breck School   2004 — 2010

Nicole Dimassis Nicole Dimassis Lakeville, Minnesota Details
Nicole Dimassis's Minnesota Zoo Experience March 2012 - August 2014
Job Senior Research Analyst at UnitedHealth Group
Industry Human Resources
Experience
UnitedHealth Group  June 2015 - Present
UnitedHealth Group  June 2014 - August 2014
Minnesota Zoo   March 2012 - August 2014
TJ Maxx  October 2010 - August 2012

Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison   2012 — 2015
Business Administration and Management, General

University College Dublin   2014 — 2014

University of St. Thomas   2011 — 2012

Erin Wade Erin Wade Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Erin Wade's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2009 - August 2009
Job Event Sales Consultant at Mintahoe Catering & Events
Industry Events Services
Experience
Mintahoe Catering & Events  May 2011 - Present
Indiana Sports Corporation  September 2010 - December 2011
Live Nation  January 2011 - May 2011
500 Festival  January 2010 - June 2010
Minnesota Zoo   May 2009 - August 2009
WFG, Inc   May 2003 - August 2008

Skills
Editing, Event Planning, Social Media, Event Management, Customer Service, Leadership, Sales, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Public Relations, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Hospitality, Corporate Events

Education
Butler University   2007 — 2011
B.A, Marketing

Lauren Engfer Lauren Engfer Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lauren Engfer's Minnesota Zoo Experience February 2011 - May 2011
Job Animal Training and Behavior Specialist at Animal Humane Society
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
Animal Humane Society  October 2012 - Present
PetSmart  July 2011 - Present
University of Minnesota  January 2011 - December 2012
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory  September 2011 - January 2012
Como Park Zoo   May 2011 - September 2011
Minnesota Zoo   February 2011 - May 2011
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota  April 2010 - October 2010
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory  June 2010 - September 2010

Skills
Wildlife, Customer Service, Research, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Animal Care, Dog Training, Interpretation, Marine Mammals, Animal Training

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2012
Ecology, Evolution and Behavior B.S., College Of Biological Sciences

Iowa State University   2008 — 2009
Biology

Steve Boyd-Smith Steve Boyd-Smith Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Steve Boyd-Smith's Minnesota Zoo Experience September 2005 - October 2011
Job Exhibit Producer
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
The 106 Group   October 2011 - Present
Museum of Minneapolis   2014 - 2014
Minnesota Zoo   September 2005 - October 2011
I Tell Stories.   2003 - 2011
Minnesota Association of Museums   2008 - 2010
Minnesota Historical Society  2001 - 2003
Gerard Hilferty and Associates   1994 - 2001
Minnesota Historical Society  1992 - 1994

Skills
Museums, Interpretive Planning, Writing, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Research, Budgeting, Problem Solving, History, Natural History, Art Direction, Historical..., Interpretation, Project Planning, Project Management, Team Leadership, Set Design, Creative Direction, Directing, Visual Storytelling, Environmental Design, Exhibit Design, Grant Writing, Editing, Program Development, Environmental Education, Cultural Heritage, Curating, Storytelling, Nonprofits, Budgets, Multimedia

Education
Northwestern University   1989 — 1990
MA, History

Carleton College   1985 — 1989
BA, Liberal Arts: History

Lacey Doucet Campbell Lacey Doucet Campbell Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Lacey Doucet Campbell's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2010 - August 2010
Job Landscape Designer at Metro Blooms
Industry Design
Experience
Metro Blooms  April 2013 - Present
Dakota County Soil and Water Conservation District   April 2012 - July 2012
Hedberg Maps   September 2011 - April 2012
Eloise Butler Wildflower Garden - Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board   August 2011 - November 2011
University of Minnesota - Landscape Architecture Department   August 2010 - August 2010
Minnesota Zoo   June 2010 - August 2010
The Ecology Center  July 2006 - July 2008
Clean Water Action  September 2005 - June 2006
Whitehouse Nature Center   September 2002 - May 2005

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite:..., AutoCAD, SketchUp, ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, Hand Rendering, Digital Rendering, Sustainability, Adobe Creative Suite, Environmental Awareness, Illustration, Landscape Architecture, Rendering, InDesign, DynaSCAPE, Urban Planning, Environmental Issues, Ecology, GIS, Editing, Research

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2008 — 2011
M.L.A., Landscape Architecture

Albion College   2001 — 2005
Visual Art, Environmental Studies

Nickolas Ipsen Nickolas Ipsen Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Nickolas Ipsen's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2013 - Present
Job FOH/MON Engineer, Tour Manager, PA System Designer
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   June 2013 - Present
Mill City Nights   January 2013 - Present
Toby Keith I Love This Bar & Grill   June 2010 - Present
Kierans Irish Pub  March 2009 - Present
Narrows Saloon   January 2006 - January 2011
Big Walter Smith Band   January 2008 - January 2010

Skills
Tour Management, Stage Management, Sound, FOH, Live Sound, Production Managment, Audio Engineering, Live Events, Sound Reinforcement, Professional Audio, Sound Design, Pro Tools, Concerts, Stage

Education
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
Sound Arts

Kisha Delain Kisha Delain Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kisha Delain's Minnesota Zoo Experience October 2008 - October 2008
Job Adjunct Faculty at University of St. Thomas
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
University of St. Thomas  February 2010 - Present
Science Museum of Minnesota  May 2012 - August 2012
Aikido Yoshokai of Minnesota   October 2008 - May 2012
Century College  August 2008 - December 2008
Minnesota Zoo   October 2008 - October 2008
Anoka-Ramsey Community College  August 2007 - May 2008
University of Minnesota  June 2003 - August 2007
University of Minnesota  August 2002 - May 2007
University of Minnesota  July 2006 - August 2006
Smithsonian Astrophysical Observatory  January 2001 - January 2002

Skills
Physics, Astronomy, Radio Astronomy, Observational Astronomy, Fourier Analysis, Mathematica, Mathematical Analysis, Programming, Higher Education, Adult Education, Research, Teaching, Data Analysis, Statistics, Public Speaking

Education
Montana State University-Bozeman   2013 — 2015
Master of Science (MS), Science Education, 4.0

University of Minnesota   2002 — 2007
ABD, Astrophysics

Arizona State University   1996 — 1999
Astronomy, Physics

Carleton College   1992 — 1996
B.A., Physics, Astronomy

Mara Chin-Purcell Mara Chin-Purcell Brunswick, Maine Details
Mara Chin-Purcell's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2011 - August 2011
Job Research Assistant at University of Minnesota
Industry Research
Experience
University of Minnesota  June 2014 - Present
Bowdoin College  May 2013 - May 2014
Bowdoin College  September 2013 - May 2014
Minnesota Zoo   June 2011 - August 2011
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory  May 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Neuroscience, microscope disection, Microsoft Office, SPSS, GraphPad Prism, Research, Statistics

Education
Bowdoin College   2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Neuroscience

Como Park Senior High School   2006 — 2010

Jonathan Lembrick Jonathan Lembrick Bemidji, Minnesota Details
Jonathan Lembrick's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2011 - August 2011
Job Graduate of Bemidji State University
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Lakeland Public Television  October 2010 - March 2013
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota  June 2012 - September 2012
Bemidji State University Computer Store   August 2009 - May 2012
Minnesota Zoo   May 2011 - August 2011

Skills
Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Community Outreach, Social Media, Research, Volunteer Management, Teamwork, Organization, Higher Education, Conservation Issues, Animal Husbandry, Animal Behavior, Leadership, Problem Solving, Work Ethic, Basic GIS, Communication, Goal Oriented, Adaptable to Changes, Data Entry, Photoshop, Social Networking

Education
Bemidji State University   2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Major in Environmental Studies with an emphasis in Ecosystem Studies and a Minor in Biology

Katherine Talbott Katherine Talbott Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Katherine Talbott's Minnesota Zoo Experience April 2013 - August 2014
Job College Lab Assistant II at Inver Hills Community College
Industry Research
Experience
Inver Hills Community College  August 2014 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   April 2013 - August 2014
Southern Illinois University Carbondale  June 2012 - November 2012
Fort Hays State University  May 2011 - May 2012
Fort Hays State University  August 2010 - May 2011

Skills
Museum Collections, Ecological Research, Behavioral Science, Organizational..., Proposal Writing, Grant Writing, Technical Writing, Citizen Science, Informal Education, Formal Education, Wetlands, Conservation Issues, Teaching, Zoology, Environmental Education

Education
Fort Hays State University   2009 — 2012
Master of Science (M.Sc.), Biology, General

Doane College   2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Biology/English

Lars Erdahl Lars Erdahl Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lars Erdahl's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 1999 - September 2012
Job District Administrator at Minnehaha Creek Watershed District
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Minnehaha Creek Watershed District  February 2015 - Present
St. David's Center for Child & Family Development   April 2010 - Present
Minnesota Children & Nature Connection   June 2010 - Present
Minnesota Landscape Arboretum  January 2013 - January 2015
Association of Zoos & Aquariums  September 2010 - December 2012
Minnesota Zoo   January 1999 - September 2012
MPOSC   2003 - 2008
Minnesota Zoo   March 1989 - January 1999
University of Minnesota  October 1991 - June 1992
Apple Valley High School  August 1990 - June 1991

Skills
Non-profits, Strategic Leadership, Program Management, Strategic Partnerships, Environmental Education, Team Leadership, Professional..., Teaching, Program Development, Legislative Relations, Conservation Issues, Budget Process, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Mentoring, Nonprofits, Education, Proposal Writing, Staff Development, Leadership, Policy, Volunteer Management, Management, Community Development, Strategy, Philanthropy, Program Evaluation, Budgets, Event Planning, Board Development, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Organizational..., Higher Education, Annual Giving, Editing, Event Management, Non-profit Board..., Media Relations, Stewardship

Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management   2004 — 2006
MBA, management, strategy, leadership

University of St. Thomas   1988 — 1990
MAT, teaching, secondary life science

St. Olaf College   1983 — 1987
BA, biology

J.E.B. Stuart High School

Moreland Elementary & Grass Jr High

Jill Vaughn Jill Vaughn Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jill Vaughn's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - Present
Job Group Fitness Instructor at SPAC St Paul Athletic Club
Industry Entertainment
Experience
History Theatre  Group Fitness InstructorSPAC- St Paul Athletic ClubDecember 2013 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - Present
YMCA  2014 - 2015
YMCA  2014 - 2015
YMCA  2014 - 2015

Skills
Event Management, Theatre, Event Planning, Acting, Entertainment, Stage Management, Arts Administration, Corporate Events, Performing Arts, Public Relations, Fundraising, Editing, American Sign Language, Nonprofits, Musical Theatre, Social Media, Singing, Stage, Non-profits, Publicity, Tour Management, Drama, Live Events, Sponsorship, Voice Over

Education
Northwestern College   2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater

College of Southern Idaho   2000 — 2002
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Theatre/Theater

Kristen Mitrenga Kristen Mitrenga Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kristen Mitrenga's Minnesota Zoo Experience April 2005 - Present
Job Account Manager Emerging Medical Technology at Travelers
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Travelers  April 2013 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   April 2005 - Present
OfficeTeam  October 2012 - November 2012
Flowerama of America  November 2007 - October 2012
Halliburton Company  March 2012 - June 2012
Kocina Branding & Marketing Companies  May 2011 - July 2011

Skills
Marketing Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing, International Marketing, Public Speaking, Presentations, Marketing Event Planning, marketing proposals, Business Travel, Travel, Cultural Awareness, Customer Service, Floral Design, Lifeguarding, international Business, Training, Team Leadership, Project Management, Proposal Writing, Fundraising, International Business, Leadership, Management, Photoshop, Public Relations, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising

Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire   2008 — 2012
Bachelor, Business Administration; Marketing, International Business

University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire
Bachelor, Business Administration; Marketing

University of Winchester   2010 — 2010
International Business

University of Winchester   2010 — 2010
Marketing, Management

Southwest Minnesota State University   2007 — 2008
Spanish

Southwest Minnesota State University
Spanish; International Economics International Management

Larry Vorwerk Larry Vorwerk Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Larry Vorwerk's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 1978 - Present
Job Zoo Keeper at the Minnesota Zoo.
Industry Recreational Facilities and Services
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   January 1978 - Present

Skills
Books, Publishing, Teaching, Public Speaking, Editing, Event Planning, Wildlife, Social Networking, Nonprofits, Social Media, Spirituality, Animal Welfare, Grant Writing, Research, Community Outreach, Fundraising

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1980 — 1982
Nursery Management

Iowa State University   1969 — 1973
BS, Fisheries and Wildlife Biology

Lauren Ciatti Lauren Ciatti Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lauren Ciatti's Minnesota Zoo Experience December 2010 - April 2011
Job Associate Labeling Specialist at Lake Region
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
Lake Region  November 2012 - Present
New Day Web Design   February 2011 - Present
Lake Region  May 2011 - November 2012
Minnesota Zoo   December 2010 - April 2011
Northwestern College's Academy of Music   September 2010 - March 2011
Federal Molding Corporation   June 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Social Media, Marketing, PowerPoint, Advertising, Packaging, Microsoft Word, Layout, Microsoft Excel, Photography, Logo Design, Web Design, Mac, Typography, Flash

Education
Northwestern College   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Graphic Design, Music, Bible

Grant Spickelmier Grant Spickelmier Portland, Oregon Area Details
Grant Spickelmier's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2001 - March 2012
Job Education Curator at Oregon Zoo
Industry Education Management
Experience
Oregon Zoo  March 2012 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   June 2001 - March 2012
bethel university  2008 - 2011

Skills
Environmental Education, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Grant Writing, Teaching, Program Development, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Curriculum Development, Youth Development, Wildlife, Research, Event Planning, Editing, Nonprofits, Program Evaluation, Informal Education

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2001 — 2005
MS, Conservation Biology

Bethel University   1991 — 1995
BA, Biology, Education

Kim Aasgaard Kim Aasgaard Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kim Aasgaard's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2009 - August 2010
Job Senior Exhibition Coordinator at Thomson Reuters
Industry Events Services
Experience
Thomson Reuters  September 2012 - Present
Mall of America  June 2011 - August 2012
Erbert and Gerbert's Sandwich Shop  October 2006 - May 2011
Minnesota Zoo   June 2009 - August 2010

Skills
Trade Shows, Leadership, Logistics, Graphic Design, Event Planning, Social Media, Customer Service, Facebook, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Sales, Time Management

Education
Gustavus Adolphus College   2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General

Riley Petersen Riley Petersen Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Riley Petersen's Minnesota Zoo Experience July 2012 - August 2014
Job Accountant at AEM. Alum of UWEC.
Industry Accounting
Experience
Abdo Eick & Meyers, LLP   January 2015 - Present
jcpenney  October 2011 - May 2015
Minnesota Zoo   July 2012 - August 2014
Abdo Eick & Meyers, LLP   January 2014 - April 2014

Skills
Customer Service, Time Management, Data Entry, Teamwork, Tax Preparation, Cashiering, Critical Thinking, Corporate Tax, Tax Accounting, Access, Communication

Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire   2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting

Gustavus Adolphus College   2010 — 2011

Diane Rains Diane Rains Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Diane Rains's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1983 - 1984
Job Owner/Fish Trainer/Musician/Mermaid at Smart Small Fry/Neptune's Keep/Mermaid Galene
Industry Entertainment
Experience
Smart Small Fry/Neptune's Keep   2008 - Present
Freshwater Pearls Puppetry   1987 - 2012
Mayo Medical Center  1985 - 1986
Minnesota Zoo   1983 - 1984
Colorado Div. of Parks and Outdoor Recreation   1979 - 1979

Skills
Animal Training, Entertainment, Performing Arts, Theatre, Singing, Musicians, Acting, Stage, Film, Television, Puppetry, Film Production, Character Animation, music, performance, Music

Education
Bailey Chicken Training Camp   1985 — 1985
Operant Conditioning Courses: 1) Discrimination 2) Criteria and Cueing 3) Chaining

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1980 — 1983
Ph.D. (unfinished), Veterinary Physiology. Research: Circadian Rhythms of the Red-Tailed Hawk.

The Ohio State University   1977 — 1979
Master of Science (M.S.), Wildlife Management (Animal Behavior specialty)

The Ohio State University   1973 — 1977
Bachelor of Science with Honors, Wildlife Management (Animal Behavior specialty)

Rachel Hardacre Rachel Hardacre Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Rachel Hardacre's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2012 - April 2012
Job Creative at Zeus Jones Ltd.
Industry Design
Experience
Zeus Jones Ltd.  September 2012 - Present
Zeus Jones Ltd.  May 2012 - September 2012
Minnesota Zoo   January 2012 - April 2012
Northwestern College  August 2010 - December 2011

Skills
Illustrator, Layout, Photography, Web Design, Illustration, Darkroom, InDesign, Typography, Social Media, Art Direction, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Research, Mac, Graphic Design, Art, Adobe Acrobat, Creative Strategy, Branding & Identity

Education
Northwestern College   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Graphic Design

Annie Jesperson Annie Jesperson Duluth, Minnesota Area Details
Annie Jesperson's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2007 - August 2007
Job Student at University of MinnesotaDuluth
Industry Medical Practice
Experience
EXPRESS  June 2009 - May 2010
Concordia College  January 2007 - May 2010
MInnesota Zoo   May 2007 - August 2007

Education
University of Minnesota Duluth   2010 — 2014
MD

Concordia College   2006 — 2010
B.A., Biology and Chemistry

Meaghan Martin Meaghan Martin Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Meaghan Martin's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2008 - August 2008
Job Practice Manager and Veterinary Assistant at Palomino Pet Hospital
Industry Veterinary
Experience
Hammerheads Volleyball   October 2014 - Present
Palomino Pet Hospital   October 2010 - Present
Apple Valley Volleyball Club   September 2010 - April 2014
Nordstrom  June 2008 - September 2011
Denison University  August 2008 - June 2009
Denison University  September 2007 - May 2009
Minnesota Zoo   May 2008 - August 2008

Skills
Event Planning, Social Media, Photography, Research, Non-profits

Education
Denison University   2005 — 2009
B.A., Chemistry, Women's Studies

The Taft School   2002 — 2005
N/A

Susie Ellis Susie Ellis Washington D.C. Metro Area Details
Susie Ellis's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1988 - 1990
Job Executive Director at International Rhino Foundation
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
International Rhino Foundation   December 2006 - Present
Conservation International  January 2001 - October 2006
IUCN SSC Conservation Breeding Specialist Group   1991 - 2001
Minnesota Zoo   1988 - 1990
Lincoln Park Zoo  1987 - 1989
SeaWorld and Hubbs SeaWorld Research Institute   1984 - 1987
SeaWorld  1970 - 1979

Skills
Conservation Issues, Ecology, Grant Writing, Wildlife, Environmental Education, Non-profits, Fundraising, Natural Resource..., Nonprofits, Internal Communications, Media Relations, Online Communications, Environmental Policy, Corporate Social..., Community Outreach, Sustainable Development, Environmental Awareness, Capacity Building, Sustainability, Program Development, Grants, Endangered Species, Biodiversity, Volunteer Management, Research, Environmental Issues, Animal Welfare, Public Speaking, Environmental Science, Public Relations, NGOs, Climate Change, International..., Proposal Writing, Non-profit..., Community Development, Report Writing, Wildlife Management, Science, Natural Resources, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Newsletters, Philanthropy, International Relations, Public Policy, Policy, Board Development, Policy Analysis, Community Engagement

Education
University of California, Davis   1981 — 1988
Ph.D., Psychology

San Diego State University-California State University   1969 — 1971
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies

Muhammad Jiwa Muhammad Jiwa Osseo, Minnesota Details
Muhammad Jiwa's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2013 - September 2013
Job Real Estate at Oasis Realty, Retail Sales Associate at TMobile
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light   June 2015 - Present
Oasis Realty   July 2014 - Present
Minnesota Interfaith Power & Light   February 2015 - May 2015
T-Mobile  November 2013 - April 2015
Wells Fargo  January 2014 - May 2014
Camp Bowow   August 2011 - January 2014
MInnesota zoo   June 2013 - September 2013
Best Buy  August 2011 - May 2012
Jungle Adventures   November 2010 - August 2011
Blockbuster  September 2010 - June 2011

Skills
Nonprofits, Customer Service, Leadership Development, Sales, Research, Time Management, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Teaching, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Animal Welfare, Volunteer Management, Outlook, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Animal Behavior, Animal Training, Thinking Outside The Box, First Aid, Retail, CPR Certified, Animal Nutrition, Animal Science, Animal Surgery, Sustainability, Sustainability Reporting, Sustainable Development, Wildlife Biology, Wildlife Management, Wildlife Conservation, Wildlife Rehabilitation, Wildlife, Systems Thinking

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2012 — 2015
Bachelors of Science, Inter-Collegiate Program Bachelor of Science Wildlife, Whole System Healing, Sustainability Studies

Florida Institute of Animal Arts   2010 — 2011
certified veterinary assistant, exotic animals and companion animals

North Hennepin Community College   2008 — 2010
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities

Minnesota State University, Mankato   2006 — 2008
Automotive Engineering, Sociology, Social Sciences

Keane Amdahl Keane Amdahl Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Keane Amdahl's Minnesota Zoo Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Freelance Writer at Thrillist
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Thrillist  August 2014 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   August 2013 - Present
Cafeteria Creative   August 2010 - Present
Twin Cities Food Finds   September 2011 - Present

Skills
Blogging, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Marketing, Food, Brand Development, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Magazines, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Writing, Fundraising, Newsletters, Cooking, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Content Strategy, Web Content, Non-profits, Journalism, Direct Mail, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Project Management, Online Advertising, Editing, Event Management, Publicity, Wordpress, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Email Marketing

Education
Metropolitan State University   2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, International Business

Minneapolis Community and Technical College   2006 — 2009
Associates of Arts, Liberal Arts

Minneapolis Community and Technical College   2006 — 2008
Associates of Science, Business Management

Sarah Rockholt Sarah Rockholt Lakeville, Minnesota Details
Sarah Rockholt's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2014 - August 2014
Job PR Social Media Research Marketing
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
Taylor Corporation  June 2015 - Present
The Penny Press Machine Company   May 2008 - Present
Gaslight Creative  August 2014 - December 2014
Minnesota Zoo   May 2014 - August 2014
Periscope  May 2014 - August 2014
University Honors Program at St. Cloud State University   January 2014 - May 2014
St. Cloud State University  August 2012 - May 2014
Pahl's Market   August 2010 - May 2014
Calix  June 2013 - October 2013

Skills
Social Media, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Facebook, Microsoft Office, Editing, Research, PowerPoint, Training, Advertising, Team Building, Time Management, Leadership, Teamwork

Education
St. Cloud State University   2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Public Relations, Advertising, and Applied Communication, Magna Cum Laude

Kaitlyn Mann Kaitlyn Mann Moorhead, Minnesota Details
Kaitlyn Mann's Minnesota Zoo Experience March 2012 - August 2013
Job Web Developer & Graphic Designer at Captevrix, LLC
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Captevrix, LLC   August 2015 - Present
Home  September 2013 - Present
Rock My Image   May 2015 - August 2015
Captevrix, LLC   May 2015 - August 2015
Minnesota State University Moorhead  January 2014 - May 2015
Minnesota Zoo   March 2012 - August 2013
Dairy Queen  January 2012 - March 2013

Skills
Web Design, Web Development, Responsive Web Design, Branding & Identity, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, Logo Design, Video Production, Video Editing, Graphic Design, Digital Photography, Front-end Development, Multimedia, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Illustrator

Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead   2013 — 2016
BS Graphic Communications, Interactive Multimedia, Junior

Rosemount High School   2009 — 2013

Kamarie Livingston Kamarie Livingston Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kamarie Livingston's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1998 - 2011
Job Assistant to Internet Sales Department Coordinator at Burnsville Toyota and Scion
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
Burnsville Toyota and Scion   September 2013 - Present
Burnsville Toyota and Scion   January 2013 - October 2013
Minnesota Zoo   1998 - 2011
Pier 1 Imports  September 1996 - October 1998
Pacific Whale Foundation  January 1995 - August 1996
Brampton Centennial Secondary School   September 1992 - June 1994

Skills
Interpersonal..., Public Speaking, Customer Oriented, Interpretation, Dependable Team Player, Education, Teaching, Animal Behavior, Natural History, Environmental Science, Wildlife, Training, Biology, Birds, Animal Husbandry, Event Planning, Customer Service

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1998 — 1998
N/A, Conservation Biology

University of Ottawa / Université d'Ottawa   1991 — 1992
Bachelor of Education (BEd), Secondary Education and Teaching

University of Waterloo   1988 — 1991
Bachelor of Science, Honours (BSc), Biology/Biological Sciences, General

Ithaca College   1987 — 1988
N/A, School of Health and Science, Biology Major

Caitlin Swanson Caitlin Swanson Inver Grove Heights, Minnesota Details
Caitlin Swanson's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Communications Coordinator at Minnesota Council of Nonprofits
Industry
Experience
Minnesota Council of Nonprofits  August 2015 - Present
College Possible  August 2014 - July 2015
Lifeworks Services, Inc.   June 2014 - August 2014
Emily Jensen for Minnesota House   May 2014 - July 2014
Jim Read for Congress   January 2014 - May 2014
The Record, student newspaper   October 2011 - May 2014
College of St. Benedict/St. John's University   January 2011 - May 2014
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013
Gilly Hicks  July 2010 - August 2012

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Journalism, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Blogging, InDesign, Teamwork, Critical Thinking, Premiere, Photoshop, Promotions, Retail, Customer Service

Education
College of St. Benedict   2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Communication

Julie Jones Julie Jones Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Julie Jones's Minnesota Zoo Experience 2010 - 2013
Job Human Resources Consultant
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Benefits Specialist   May 2015 - Present
Metropolitan State University  August 2014 - April 2015
HR Consulting  October 2013 - August 2014
Minnesota Zoo   2010 - 2013
MN Department of Military Affairs   2009 - 2010
MN Department of Transportation  2008 - 2009
Laureate Education  2008 - 2008
Metropolitan Council of the Twin Cities  2006 - 2008
Inver Hills Community College  1998 - 2006
Unisys  1985 - 1995

Skills
Human Resources, Employment Law, HR Consulting, Employee Relations, HR Policies, Employee Training, Organizational..., Personnel Management, Recruiting, Staff Development, Leadership, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Training, Employee Benefits, Labor Relations, Conflict Resolution, Interviews, Team Building, Affirmative Action, Management, Strategic Planning, New Hire Orientations, Program Management, Talent Management, Public Speaking, Resume Writing, Deferred Compensation, Onboarding, Leadership Development, Policy, Succession Planning, Benefits Administration, Talent Acquisition, Coaching, HRIS, Performance Appraisal, Career Development, Employee Engagement, Change Management, Temporary Placement, Job Analysis, FMLA, College Recruiting, Job Search Strategies, Human Performance, Executive Coaching, Industrial Relations, Career Counseling, Job Coaching

Education
William Mitchell College of Law
JD, Employment Law

Hamline University
BA, Political Science

Mari Prauer Mari Prauer Saint Petersburg, Florida Details
Mari Prauer's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Admission Counselor at Eckerd College
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Eckerd College  August 2014 - Present
Anatolia College  August 2013 - June 2014
Herzl Camp  June 2013 - August 2013
Eckerd College  February 2010 - December 2012
Eckerd College  February 2010 - December 2012
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - August 2012
Herzl Camp  June 2008 - August 2011
Eckerd College  October 2009 - May 2011
Soccer Express USA   September 2006 - August 2009

Skills
Excel, Microsoft Office, Google Docs, Public Speaking, Research, Writing, Social Media, Social Networking, International Business, Travel Planning, Time Management, Event Management, Microsoft Excel, Training, Staff Development

Education
Eckerd College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Business

Eckerd College London Study Center   2010 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, General Studies

Chelsea Knutson Chelsea Knutson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Chelsea Knutson's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2013 - August 2013
Job Nursing Student at Metropolitan State University
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Walker Methodist  July 2014 - August 2015
Minnesota Zoo   June 2013 - August 2013

Skills
Vital Signs, Medication..., Direct Patient Care, Healthcare, Nursing Homes, Nursing Care, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Teamwork, Microsoft Word, Time Management

Education
Metropolitan State University   2015 — 2018
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse

Normandale Community College   2014 — 2015
General Studies, Pre-Nursing Studies

Dakota County Technical College   2013 — 2013
CNA, General Studies

Erika Frost Erika Frost Greater Seattle Area Details
Erika Frost's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Volunteer Coordinator at University of Washington, Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST)
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
University of Washington  February 2014 - Present
Woodland Park Zoo  September 2013 - February 2014
Seattle Aquarium  March 2013 - February 2014
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - August 2012
Children's Theatre Company  October 2011 - August 2012
Friends of the Mississippi River  March 2011 - November 2011
Springbrook Nature Center  February 2011 - May 2011
Seacamp Association, Inc.   May 2010 - August 2010
University of Minnesota  September 2008 - May 2010
University of Minnesota  May 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Research, Teaching, Environmental Education, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Social Media, Curriculum Design, Volunteer Recruiting, Retail Sales, Accounting, Non-profit..., Piano, Program Development, Grant Writing, Fundraising

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Fisheries, Wildlife and Conservation Biology

Illinois Wesleyan University   2006 — 2007
Piano, Environmental Studies

Interlochen Arts Academy   2002 — 2006
High School, Piano/Organ

Amanda Cribbs Amanda Cribbs Dallas/Fort Worth Area Details
Amanda Cribbs's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2014 - August 2014
Job Customer Service Representative at VARIDESK
Industry Retail
Experience
Southern Tide  January 2015 - May 2015
DSW  September 2013 - April 2015
Minnesota Zoo   May 2014 - August 2014
Journeys  October 2012 - July 2013
Menards  April 2011 - August 2012
AMC Theatres  November 2008 - April 2011

Education
North Dakota State University   2010 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Zoology

Christine Ness Christine Ness Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Christine Ness's Minnesota Zoo Experience November 2006 - Present
Job Interpretive Naturalist at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   November 2006 - Present
Science Museum of Minnesota  2004 - 2006
Great Plains Zoo and Delbridge Museum  1998 - 2006

Skills
Interpretive Planning, Education, Animal Handling, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Program Development, Environmental Education, Public Speaking, Museum Education, Research, Teaching, Program Evaluation

Education
The University of South Dakota   1994 — 1998
BA, Anthropology

Monticello High School   1990 — 1994
High school

Emily Oster Emily Oster South Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Emily Oster's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2004 - August 2008
Job Retail Sales Manager at Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, PA
Industry Cosmetics
Experience
Skin Rejuvenation Clinic, P.A/   July 2013 - Present
Bare Escentuals; Roseville Center   July 2009 - June 2013
Minnesota Zoo; Apple Valley   May 2012 - August 2012
Anthropologie  November 2011 - December 2011
Caribou Coffee  July 2007 - August 2009
Minnesota Zoo   June 2004 - August 2008

Skills
Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Sales Management, Coaching Staff, Event Planning, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Beauty, Visual Styling, Order Management, Makeup Artistry, Team Management, Customer Insight, Beauty Industry, Marketing, Customer Service, Merchandising

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Retail Merchandising

St. Cloud State University   2008 — 2010

South St. Paul HS

Naomi Bush Naomi Bush Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Naomi Bush's Minnesota Zoo Experience September 2015 - Present
Job Graphic Design Intern at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Design
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   September 2015 - Present
Aamodt's Apple Farm   September 2010 - Present
Michaels Stores, Inc.   October 2012 - May 2015

Skills
design, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Adobe Design Programs, Photoshop, InDesign, Drawing, Concept Design, Character Designs, Illustration, Vector Illustration, Sketching, Digital Photography, Social Media Marketing, Acrylic Painting, Painting, Watercolor Illustration, Logo Design, Layout Design, Manuals, Magazine Layout Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Management, Advertising

Education
The Art Institutes International-Minnesota   2011 — 2016
Graphic Design

Molly Kurtz Molly Kurtz Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Molly Kurtz's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2010 - August 2010
Job Real Estate Development & Property Management
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Lombardo Investments   May 2015 - Present
Cardiovascular Systems, Inc.   February 2014 - May 2015
Randstad Professionals  July 2013 - February 2014
American Medical Systems  February 2012 - July 2013
SociaLink Media  June 2011 - February 2012
Chips Newspaper   September 2010 - December 2010
Minnesota Zoo   May 2010 - August 2010
Chips Newspaper   February 2008 - May 2010

Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Press Releases, Public Relations, Editing, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Internal Communications, Journalism, Recruiting, Executive Staffing, Talent Acquisition, Advertising, Sales, Event Planning, Blog Management, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Cold Calling, Interviewing Skills, Networking, Social Media Monitoring, Client Communication, InDesign, Capital Equipment, Medical Devices, Communication

Education
Luther College   2007 — 2011
B.A., English, Communication

Cretin Derham Hall   2003 — 2007

Catie Nadeau Catie Nadeau Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Catie Nadeau's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2012 - May 2012
Job HR Assistant Recruiter at Allina Health
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Allina Health  March 2015 - Present
Medica  October 2012 - March 2015
Minnesota Zoo   January 2012 - May 2012

Skills
Onboarding, Sales, Customer Service, Teamwork, Communication, Communication Skills, Phone Skills, Computer Proficiency, Coaching, Microsoft Excel, Creative Writing, Writing, General Insurance, Political Communication, Time Management

Education
University of St. Thomas   2008 — 2012
Political Science, Political Science and Government

Bond University   2010 — 2010
International Relations and Affairs

Heather Clayton Heather Clayton Bryson City, North Carolina Details
Heather Clayton's Minnesota Zoo Experience November 2011 - January 2012
Job Sales Associate at Great Smoky Mountain Association
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
Greater Smoky Mountain Association   June 2015 - Present
Chuck & Don's   September 2013 - April 2015
Minnesota Herpetological Society   March 1999 - April 2015
University of Minnesota  March 2012 - September 2013
Minnesota Zoo   November 2011 - January 2012
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory  May 2007 - November 2011
Como Zoo and Conservatory  October 2010 - June 2011
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory  March 2009 - September 2009
Independent School District 622  February 2007 - May 2007
Hermanson Dental Lab   April 1998 - March 2006

Skills
Customer Service, Animal Behavior, Training, Microsoft Office, Field Work, Nonprofits, Animal Husbandry, Public Speaking, Leadership, Research, Microsoft Excel, Teaching, Conservation Issues, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Inventory Management, Program Development, Management, Statistics, Editing, Employee Training, Data Analysis, Animal Training, Animal Models, Records Management, Accurate Record Keeping, Field Recording, Supply Management, Supervisory Skills, Special Education, Telephone Skills, Education, Order Management, Venomous Reptile..., Event Planning, Event Management, Events Coordination

Education
Metropolitan State University   1997 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Major in Biology, Minor in Pyschology, 3.28

Stuart Urback Stuart Urback Madison, Wisconsin Area Details
Stuart Urback's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2010 - August 2010
Job Project Manager at Epic
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Epic  September 2013 - Present
Epic  December 2013 - Present
Game Developers Conference (GDC)   March 2013 - March 2013
Carleton College Baseball   September 2011 - March 2013
Smilu Inc   June 2012 - February 2013
Carleton College  September 2012 - October 2012
Carleton College Summer Programs   July 2011 - August 2011
Minnesota Zoo   June 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Leadership, Game Design, Teaching, Java, Video Games, Creative Direction, Microsoft Office, JavaScript, Research, Student Affairs, Student Development, PowerPoint, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Balsamiq, Presentations, C#, HTML, CSS, Project Management, Software Design, Tapestry, Epic Systems, Process Improvement, Usability, Strategic Vision, Educational Technology, Education, Instructional Design, Benefits Engine, Writing, Report Writing, Management

Education
Rhode Island School of Design   2013 — 2013
Continuing Education

Carleton College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts, History

Charles Wright Academy   2005 — 2009
High School

Natalie Burnette Natalie Burnette Indianapolis, Indiana Details
Natalie Burnette's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - September 2012
Job Museum Studies MA Student
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
IUPUI  September 2014 - Present
Winter Club of Indianapolis   October 2014 - Present
Indiana Realty Partners   September 2014 - August 2015
Minnesota Math Corps  August 2013 - August 2014
College Nannies and Tutors  August 2013 - August 2014
St. Paul Figure Skating Club   July 2013 - August 2014
Minnesota Children's Museum  2014 - 2014
Bell Museum of Natural History  September 2011 - August 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - September 2012

Skills
Event Planning, Community Outreach, Research, Social Media, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Editing, Teaching, Volunteer Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Program Development, Spanish, Customer Service

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology

Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis
Master’s Degree, Museum Studies

Shelby Kirshbaum Shelby Kirshbaum Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Shelby Kirshbaum's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Ice Hockey Official
Industry Sports
Experience
Suburban Hockey Referees Association   November 2009 - Present
USA Hockey  March 2006 - Present
City of Plymouth  June 2015 - August 2015
USA Hockey  July 2014 - July 2014
Walt Disney World  January 2014 - May 2014
Behavioral Applications Regarding Canines   January 2013 - May 2014
Lucky Pets   July 2013 - August 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013
Advantage Sales & Marketing  April 2012 - August 2012
Holiday Companies  August 2011 - October 2011

Skills
Ice Hockey, Animal Welfare, Animal Training, Animal Behavior, Photography, Team Leadership, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Communication Skills, Research, Behavioral Observation, Hockey, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Sports, Athletics, Sales, Dogs, Data Analysis, Biology, Exercise Physiology, Soccer, Athletic Training, Training, Nutrition, Sports Coaching, Sports Nutrition, Coaching, Communication

Education
University of Wisconsin-Eau Claire   2012 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology

North Hennepin Community College   2011 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Generals

University of Wisconsin-River Falls   2010 — 2010
Biology, General

Maple Grove Senior High   2007 — 2010
High School Diploma

Nicole Petrovskis Nicole Petrovskis Greater Chicago Area Details
Nicole Petrovskis's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2013 - April 2013
Job Aquarist at Ripley's Aquarium of Canada
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Ripley's Aquarium of Canada  August 2013 - April 2015
Minnesota Zoo   January 2013 - April 2013
University of Minnesota  January 2013 - April 2013
Merlin Entertainments Group  May 2012 - June 2012
Wildlife Rehabilitation Center of Minnesota  January 2012 - June 2012
University of Minnesota  January 2010 - June 2012

Skills
Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Research, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Event Planning, Data Entry, Data Analysis, Leadership, Teamwork, GIS, Wildlife Management, Conservation Biology, Animal Husbandry, Animal Behavior, Conservation Issues, Community Outreach, Critical Thinking, Marine Biology, Shark Ecology, Animal Handling, Environmental Science, Wildlife

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2009 — 2013
Double B.S., Environmental Science: Conservation Resource Management, Wildlife Sciences

James Cook University
Study Abroad Student, Marine Biology

Mandy Diedrich Mandy Diedrich Lakeville, Minnesota Details
Mandy Diedrich's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2011 - Present
Job Veterinary Assistant/CVT at Westgate Pet Clinic
Industry Veterinary
Experience
Westgate Pet Clinic  February 2013 - Present
The Raptor Center  June 2012 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2011 - Present
New Riders of the Golden Age   August 2012 - September 2012
Valley View Pet Hosptial   April 2012 - September 2012
Valley View Pet Hospital   January 2012 - March 2012
Hill Country Equine   September 2011 - September 2011
Complete Equestrian Company   January 2008 - October 2009

Skills
Venipuncture on Dogs,..., Cornerstone, Making Rope Halters, Drawing, Animal Training, Performing a Complete..., Animal Restraint on:..., Operate Anesthesia..., Assist in Small Animal..., Microsoft Office, Venipuncture, Animal Restraint, Animal Care, Equine, Veterinary, Horses, Assist in Large Animal..., Urinalysis, Horse Care, Equestrian, Dogs, Anesthesia, Animal Behavior, Fundraising, Animal Husbandry, Horse Training, Veterinary Medicine

Education
Minnesota School of Business   2009 — 2012
Associates of Applied Science, Veterinary Technology

Fernanda Litt Fernanda Litt Greater Denver Area Details
Fernanda Litt's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 1989 - May 1990
Job Founder and CEO of Healthy Eating
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Healthy Eating   May 2012 - Present
Purium Health Products  May 2012 - Present
The Mind in Motion   November 2010 - Present
Johnson County School District Technical Education Center   August 1996 - May 1998
School District of West Salem   July 1995 - July 1996
Idaho Public Schools   July 1992 - July 1993
The Fuller Brush Company  March 1991 - January 1993
MN Department of Natural Resources  June 1990 - December 1990
Minnesota Zoo   May 1989 - May 1990
Turner and Boisseau Law Offices   June 1987 - January 1988

Skills
Social Networking, Training, Social Media, Nutrition, Program Development, Wellness, Marketing, Social Media Outreach, Environmental Issues, Online Research, Wellness Coaching, To Shin Do Martial Arts, ATS Dance, Educational Kinesiology, Developmental Reflexes, Brain Gym, Food Issues, Food Solutions, Purium Health Products, Therapeutic Riding, Masgutova Method, National School To Work..., Youth Apprenticeship, Educational Outreach, Movement Therapy, Coaching, Wellbeing, Research, Strategic Planning, Yoga, Public Speaking, Food

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1990 — 1993
Master of Education (MEd), Adult and Continuing Education and Teaching

Carleton College   1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History

Great Bend High School   1980 — 1983
High School Diploma

Jessica Schul Jessica Schul Galveston, Texas Details
Jessica Schul's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2010 - August 2010
Job Lead Protected Species Observer at RPS Group
Industry Renewables & Environment
Experience
RPS Group  March 2013 - Present
Texas A&M University at Galveston  September 2010 - December 2012
Landry's Restaurants  February 2011 - October 2011
Minnesota Zoo   May 2010 - August 2010
Minnesota Zoo   June 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Animal Husbandry, Water Quality, Marine Biology, Endangered Species, Wildlife, Environmental Awareness, Aquaculture, Marine Conservation, Ornithology, Ecology, Scientific Diving, Sustainability, Water, Biodiversity, Scuba Diving, Environmental Science, Field Work

Education
Texas A&M University at Galveston   2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marine Biology

School of Environmental Studies   2005 — 2007
High School Diploma, Specialized Environmental High School

Rosemount High School   2003 — 2007

Erinn Voigt Erinn Voigt Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Erinn Voigt's Minnesota Zoo Experience March 2008 - September 2011
Job Research Associate at R&D Systems
Industry Biotechnology
Experience
R&D Systems  September 2013 - Present
Berman Lab   January 2012 - December 2012
Voigt Consultants LLC.   May 2007 - 2012
Minnesota Zoo   March 2008 - September 2011
Polaris Group Inc.   June 2005 - July 2007

Skills
Purification, Molecular Biology, Laboratory, Team Building, Field Work, Human Resources, Public Speaking, Microscopy, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Biology, Lifesciences, Cell, Statistics, Data Analysis

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2010 — 2012
Bachelors of Science, Biology

Saint Paul College   2009 — 2011
pre-science requirements, Organic Chemistry & Calc based Physics

Inver Hills Community College   2009 — 2010
2010 Associates, Art

Janine (Peterson) Proto Janine (Peterson) Proto Fairbanks, Alaska Details
Janine (Peterson) Proto's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2009 - August 2009
Job Analytical Chemist
Industry Chemicals
Experience
Alaska Analytical Laboratory   August 2014 - September 2015
PPD  March 2012 - August 2014
Sittercity  January 2005 - February 2014
Marquette University Residence Life   January 2011 - December 2011
Marquette University  January 2011 - December 2011
Wisconsin Early Autism  April 2011 - September 2011
Minnesota Zoo   May 2009 - August 2009
Eagan Floral   May 2006 - August 2009
Cold Stone Creamery  May 2005 - May 2006

Skills
Team Building, Molecular Biology, Research, Data Analysis, Laboratory, Higher Education, Conflict Resolution, PowerPoint, Teaching, Program Management, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Analysis, ELISA

Education
Marquette University   2008 — 2011
BS, Biological Sciences

Marquette University   2008 — 2011
B.S, Biological Sciences

Marquette University   2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Science Degree, Biological Sciences; Biological Sciences

Burnsville Senior High School   2006 — 2008
High School Diploma, General Studies

Lindsey Coleman Lindsey Coleman Glen Ellyn, Illinois Details
Lindsey Coleman's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2013 - August 2013
Job Research Assistant at University of Illinois at UrbanaChampaign
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Double 8 Dairy   May 2015 - Present
Campus Recreation at the University of Illinois   October 2014 - May 2015
Timber-lee Ministries  June 2014 - August 2014
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign  September 2013 - April 2014
Minnesota Zoo   May 2013 - August 2013
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign  October 2012 - May 2013
Lou Malnati's  October 2010 - August 2012

Skills
Foreign Languages, Sports, Animal Husbandry, Research, Statistics, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Teaching, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, SPSS, Teamwork, Data Analysis

Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign   2012 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Animal Sciences, Senior

Zachary Doebler Zachary Doebler Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Zachary Doebler's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Product Responsibility Liaison at 3M
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
3M  May 2015 - Present
Pace Analytical  September 2013 - May 2015
Truman State University  December 2012 - April 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - August 2012
Hampshire Farms  May 2011 - August 2011
ConAgra Foods  May 2010 - August 2010

Skills
Agarose Gel..., Aseptic Technique, Bright Field Microscopy, Column Chromatography, Distillations/Filtration..., High Level Knowledge of..., GMP Knowledge and..., Software/Computer: ..., Knowledge of Chemical..., Fluorescence Microscopy, Polyacrylamide Gel..., Staining and Culture of..., Thin Layer..., PCR Assays, CDMS, GHS, Communication, Data Analysis

Education
Truman State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology, General

Jennifer Lacey Jennifer Lacey Lakeville, Minnesota Details
Jennifer Lacey's Minnesota Zoo Experience October 1997 - Present
Job Owner of Lacey's Lifesavers & ABC Rescue Inc.
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Lacey's Lifesavers & ABC Rescue Inc.   March 2008 - Present
Minnesota/National Safety Council, Inc.   2008 - Present
Lifeline Inc.  2006 - Present
CPR Etc.   2003 - Present
Northwestern Health Sciences University  September 1999 - Present
Opportunities In Emergency Health Care (OEC)   September 1998 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   October 1997 - Present
G4S  2010 - 2012
St. Paul Police Department  October 2007 - October 2007
Eagan Police Department  September 1988 - December 1995

Skills
Cpr Certified, First Aid, AED, First Responder, Training, EMT, Emergency Medical, Police, Teaching, Medicine, Pediatrics, Event Management, Time Management, Public Speaking, Nonprofits

Education
Metropolitan State University   2003 — 2007
Law Enforcement, Ethnic Studies and Foreign Language Studies focusing in Spanish and Hmong

Inver Hills Community College   1992 — 2000
Associate of Science (AS), Law Enforcement

Christoph Noetzli Christoph Noetzli Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Christoph Noetzli's Minnesota Zoo Experience September 2011 - Present
Job Zookeeper/Aquarist
Industry Fishery
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   September 2011 - Present
Minneapolis School of Jiu-Jitsu   September 2006 - Present
Sea Life Minnesota  October 2007 - September 2011

Skills
Divemaster, Scuba Diving, Public Speaking

Education
New England School of Acupuncture   2000 — 2003
Masters, Acupuncture

Boston College   1993 — 1997
BS, Biology

Lani Willis Lani Willis Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lani Willis's Minnesota Zoo Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Marketing and Communications Director at The Minnesota Opera
Industry Performing Arts
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   September 2014 - Present
Minnesota Opera  September 1998 - September 2014
Orvieto Musica, Inc.   1999 - 1999
Augsburg Fortress Publishers  March 1997 - September 1998

Skills
Arts Administration, Non-profits, Public Relations, Event Planning, Social Media, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Event Management, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, Music, Theatre, Editing, Media Relations, Marketing Event Planning, Creative Writing, Customer Service, Grants, Youth Marketing, Community Development, Publicity, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Newsletters, Philanthropy, Copywriting, Community Outreach, Non-profit..., Non-profit Board..., Performing Arts, Fundraisers, Copy Editing, Theatrical Production

Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa   1994 — 1996
Master of Music, Flute performance

Luther College   1990 — 1994
BA, Music, English, French

Lee Ehmke Lee Ehmke Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Lee Ehmke's Minnesota Zoo Experience August 2000 - August 2015
Job President at World Association of Zoos and Aquariums
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
World Association of Zoos and Aquariums   2013 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   August 2000 - August 2015
Wildlife Conservation Society  1988 - 2000

Skills
Fundraising, Non-profits, Visionary Thinking, Ethics, Stewardship, Grant Writing, Strategic Planning, Museums, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Philanthropy, Strategic Leadership, Public Relations, Event Planning, Program Development, Animal Behavior, Exhibit Design, Grassroots Organizing, Nonprofits, Conservation Issues, Community Development, Strategic Partnerships, Board Development, Grants, Environmental Education, Program Management, Press Releases, Media Relations, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, Program Evaluation, Ecology, Sustainability, Wildlife, Marketing, Animal Husbandry, Marketing Communications, Project Planning, Public Policy, Social Networking, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Policy, Event Management, Youth Development, Editing, Teaching, Blogging, Newsletters

Education
University of California, Berkeley   1985 — 1988
Masters of Landscape Architecture

University of California, Hastings College of the Law   1980 — 1983
Juris Doctor (J.D.)

University of California, Berkeley   1976 — 1980
Bachelor's Degree

Dawn (Glaser) Patterson Dawn (Glaser) Patterson Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Dawn (Glaser) Patterson's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 1996 - April 1996
Job Conservation Biologist and Policy Analyst
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
Northfield Hockey Association   2013 - 2015
Northfield Hockey Association   2013 - 2015
Northfield Hockey Association   2013 - 2015
St. Olaf College  January 2009 - June 2009
University of Minnesota  August 1999 - September 2007
University of Minnesota  August 2000 - December 2002
IUCN/SSC Conservation Breeding Specialist Group (CBSG)   May 1999 - August 2000
University of Minnesota  August 1998 - June 2000
Minnesota Zoo   January 1996 - April 1996

Skills
Ecology, Environmental Issues, Leadership, Environmental Policy, Teaching, Policy, Conservation Issues, Wildlife, Conservation Biology, Wetlands, Environmental Education, Sustainability, Environmental Science, Biodiversity, Climate Change, Natural Resource..., Ecological Restoration, Grant Writing, Natural Resources

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1999 — 2007
Ph.D., Conservation Biology

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1998 — 2000
M.P.P., International Environmental Policy

St. Olaf College   1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology and Species Conservation

Woodbury High School

Rosie Lakso Rosie Lakso Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Rosie Lakso's Minnesota Zoo Experience Interpretive GuideState of Minnesota-Zoo2006 - Present
Job Interpretive Guide at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   Interpretive GuideState of Minnesota-Zoo2006 - Present

Education
Hamline University   1996 — 2000

Ken Henningsen Ken Henningsen Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Ken Henningsen's Minnesota Zoo Experience October 2010 - Present
Job Adult Interpretative Volunteer at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Photography
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   October 2010 - Present
PhotoEventures   1987 - Present
Computer User Magazine   1990 - 2006
United States Air Force  June 1967 - June 1987

Skills
Digital Photography, Event Photography, Commercial Photography, Portraits, Photography, Portrait Photography, Weddings, Wedding Photography, Photoshop, Microsoft Office

Education
University of Wyoming   1975 — 1977
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry

The University of Montana - School of Business Administration   1962 — 1967
Bachelor of Science (BSc)

Aimee Gatti Aimee Gatti Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Aimee Gatti's Minnesota Zoo Experience April 2000 - August 2000
Job Oncall Seasonal Naturalist at Dodge Nature Center
Industry Education Management
Experience
Dodge Nature Center  March 2014 - Present
Dodge Nature Center  September 2000 - January 2002
Minnesota Zoo   April 2000 - August 2000

Skills
Nonprofits, Editing, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Teaching, Public Relations

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1997 — 1999
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Environmental Education

California University of Pennsylvania   1991 — 1994
Bachelor's degree, Biology Education

Mt. Lebanon High School   1985 — 1989

Kathy Traylor-Holzer Kathy Traylor-Holzer Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Kathy Traylor-Holzer's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1991 - 2002
Job Senior Program Officer at Conservation Breeding Specialist Group
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
Conservation Breeding Specialist Group   2002 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   1991 - 2002
Minnesota Zoo   1984 - 1994
Primate Foundation of Arizona  1982 - 1983

Skills
Ex situ population..., Stochastic Modeling, Population Biology, Animal Behavior, Conservation Biology, Conservation Genetics, Zoo Biology, Training, Tigers, Giant pandas, Wolves, Asia, Population Dynamics, At-risk Populations, Biodiversity, Zoo, Zoology, Conservation Issues, Wildlife Management, Wildlife, Wildlife Conservation, Ecology, Population, Environmental Science, Natural Resource..., Ecosystem Services, Field Work, Environmental Issues, Biology, Environmental Policy, Climate Change..., Climate Change, Science Communication, Wildlife Biology, Environmental Awareness, Ecological Restoration, Environmental Impact...

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1994 — 2003
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Conservation Biology

North Dakota State University   1980 — 1982
Master of Science (MS), Psychology (Animal Behavior)

The College of William and Mary   1977 — 1980
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology/Psychology

Peter Maritz Peter Maritz Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Peter Maritz's Minnesota Zoo Experience 2014 - Present
Job Chair Board of Directors at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Public Policy
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   2014 - Present

Skills
Public Relations, Strategy, Community Development, Program Management, Policy, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Board of Directors, Leadership, Crisis Communications, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Editing, Legal Writing, Teaching, Policy Analysis, Research, Program Development, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Non-profits, Legal Research, Grants, Internal Communications, Wildlife Conservation, Corporate Communications, Politics, Wine Pairing, Program Evaluation, Cooking, Press Releases, Social Media

Education
Hamline University   1997 — 2010
MALS, MAPA, DPA, Public Administration

Princeton University   1975 — 1979
AB, History

John Burroughs School

Jim Reinholdz Jim Reinholdz Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jim Reinholdz's Minnesota Zoo Experience September 1998 - September 2002
Job Controller at MN House of Representatives
Industry Government Administration
Experience
MN House of Representatives  October 2012 - Present
Minnesota Legislature  September 2002 - October 2012
Minnesota Zoo   September 1998 - September 2002

Skills
Government, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Research, Budgeting, Legislative Relations, Workshop Facilitation, Budgets, Community Outreach, Leadership, Volunteer Management, Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Legislation, Public Administration, Grant Writing, Politics, Economic Development, Program Evaluation, Policy, Local Government, Staff Development

Education
Gustavus Adolphus College   1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General

Joanna Eckles Joanna Eckles Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Joanna Eckles's Minnesota Zoo Experience September 1988 - April 1999
Job Birdfriendly Communities Manager at Audubon Minnesota
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Audubon Minnesota   October 2008 - Present
World Parrot Trust   June 1999 - February 2014
Minnesota Zoo   September 1988 - April 1999

Skills
Writing, Public Speaking, Wildlife Conservation, Birds, Urban Bird Conservation

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1995 — 1998
Master's Degree, Conservation Biology

Cornell University   1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science (BS), Natural Resources and Conservation

Elizabeth Schwandt Elizabeth Schwandt Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Elizabeth Schwandt's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2007 - August 2007
Job Freelance Writer, Grant Writer, Blogger
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Freelance  September 2014 - Present
ATS Labs  October 2012 - September 2014
UCSD Medical Center  April 2009 - October 2011
Iowa State Veterinary College   May 2008 - November 2008
Iowa State University  October 2007 - May 2008
Minnesota Zoo   June 2007 - August 2007
Chaska Valley Vet Clinic   May 2006 - August 2006
Como Zoo  May 2005 - August 2005
Jimmy John's  May 2004 - August 2005

Skills
Writing, Editing, Microbiology, Laboratory, Science, Research, Data Analysis, Molecular Biology, Microscopy, Chemistry, Cell Culture, Statistics, Dissection, Biology, PowerPoint, Immunohistochemistry, Biochemistry, Experimental Design, GLP

Education
Iowa State University   2005 — 2008
BS in Biology, Biology and Anthropology

University College Cork   2006 — 2006
Anthropology

Jane Prohaska Jane Prohaska Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Jane Prohaska's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2013 - Present
Job Director of Public Affairs at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   January 2013 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   January 2013 - Present
Personal Business  September 2009 - Present
Minnesota Land Trust  2000 - 2009
The Nature Conservancy  1981 - 1998
Office of the Attorney General, State of Minnesota   August 1976 - 1980

Skills
Conservation Easements, Land Conservation, Conservation Issues, Nonprofits, Program Management, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Grants, Environmental Policy, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Leadership, Community Outreach, Community Development, Program Development, Policy Analysis, Sustainability, Environmental Education, Proposal Writing

Education
University of Minnesota Law School   1973 — 1976
JD magna cum laude, Law

Carleton College   1968 — 1972
BA cum laude, History, sociology

Derik Otten LEED AP Derik Otten LEED AP Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Derik Otten LEED AP's Minnesota Zoo Experience July 2014 - Present
Job Director of Project Services at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Construction
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   July 2014 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   June 2010 - Present
GenCon-Graus Construction   September 2009 - May 2010
Elder-Jones Inc.  May 2004 - February 2009
RGC Construction   February 2003 - April 2004
Concrete Materails   2002 - 2002

Skills
Project Planning

Education
South Dakota State University   1999 — 2002
BS, Construction Management

South Dakota School of Mines and Technology   1997 — 1999
Civil Engineering

Roosevelt Senior High School   1994 — 1997

Katie Dahill Katie Dahill Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Katie Dahill's Minnesota Zoo Experience April 1988 - July 2003
Job Volunteer Director at Ronald McDonald House Twin Cities
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
Ronald McDonald House Twin Cities   August 2003 - Present
The Raptor Center, University of MN   July 2003 - October 2003
Minnesota Zoo   April 1988 - July 2003

Education
St. Catherine University
pre- nursing, then a switch to business and commuinication

Sheri Commers Sheri Commers Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Sheri Commers's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1978 - Present
Job Director of Volunteer Services at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Recreational Facilities and Services
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   1978 - Present

Skills
Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Program Development, Philanthropy, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Grants, Annual Giving, Community Development, Stewardship, Youth Development, Board Development

Education
Metropolitan State University
BA, Marketing Communications

Leigh Behrens Leigh Behrens Greater Los Angeles Area Details
Leigh Behrens's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2010 - September 2010
Job Recycling Specialist at City of Long Beach
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
City of Long Beach  December 2014 - Present
Dakota Valley Recycling   January 2012 - December 2014
Dakota Valley Recycling   March 2009 - January 2012
Minnesota Zoo   May 2010 - September 2010
Dakota County  December 2009 - June 2010
The Raptor Center  September 2008 - December 2008
Sundin Music Hall   October 2004 - November 2008
Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies  June 2007 - August 2007
Minnesota Department of Natural Resources  April 2006 - September 2006

Skills
Environmental Education, Recycling, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Environmental Awareness, Event Planning, Non-profits, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Grant Writing, Social Media, Customer Service, Research, Microsoft Excel, Public Relations, Waste, Policy, Government, Local Government, Program Management, Nonprofits

Education
Hamline University Graduate School of Education
Certificate, Environmental Education

Hamline University   2004 — 2008
B.A., Environmental Studies and Biology

John Marshall High School

Dipika Sharma Dipika Sharma Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Dipika Sharma's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - September 2012
Job Biology Tutor at McNamara Academic Center
Industry Higher Education
Experience
McNamara Academic Center  September 2012 - Present
Bell Museum of Natural History, Minneapolis, Minnesota   October 2011 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - September 2012
Minnesota State University, Mankato  August 2009 - May 2011
Rangli High School   March 2005 - March 2006

Skills
Environmental Science, Biology, Science Education, Ecology, Teaching, Higher Education, Science, University Teaching, Grant Writing, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Tutoring

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2011 — 2012
Master of Education, Curriculum and Instruction - Science Education

Minnesota State University, Mankato   2009 — 2011
MS, Environmental Science

University Of North Bengal   2002 — 2004
MS, Biology (Microbiology)

Edric Lysne, M.S. Edric Lysne, M.S. Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Edric Lysne, M.S.'s Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2009 - March 2010
Job Experiential Education Specialist
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Open World Learning Community   October 2012 - Present
Outdoor Learning   March 2012 - Present
Outward Bound  2002 - Present
Gale Woods Farm   May 2012 - October 2012
Dakota County Parks  2011 - 2012
Three Rivers Park District  2008 - 2012
Saint Paul Public Schools  January 2009 - December 2011
Midwest Mountaineering  November 2007 - November 2011
Outward Bound  2010 - 2011
Minnesota Zoo   January 2009 - March 2010

Skills
Outdoor Recreation, Youth Development, Environmental Education, Research, Program Management, Outdoor Education, Event Planning, Curriculum Design, Volunteer Management, Experiential Education, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Grant Writing, Program Development, Teaching, Public Speaking, Backpacking, Curriculum Development, Outdoors, Rock Climbing, Workshop Facilitation, Staff Development, Nonprofits, Leadership, Program Evaluation, Training, Mountaineering, Instructional Design, Community Engagement, Grants, Youth Mentoring, Community Development, Student Affairs, Higher Education, Editing, Student Development, Organizational..., Experiential Learning, Educational Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Community Organizing, Management, Policy Analysis, Environmental Awareness, Sustainability, Program Facilitation, Qualitative Research, Adult Education, Leadership Development, Wilderness First...

Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato   2005 — 2008
Master of Sciences, Experiential Education

University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   1993 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, Geography

Northfield High School

Samuel Storm Samuel Storm United States Details
Samuel Storm's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2004 - August 2006
Job
Industry
Experience
Lancer Hospitality  May 2008 - August 2009
Minnesota Zoo   May 2004 - August 2006

Education
Drake University   2008 — 2012
BS, Actuarial Science, Finance

Elizabeth Dengate Elizabeth Dengate Greater Detroit Area Details
Elizabeth Dengate's Minnesota Zoo Experience February 2014 - Present
Job Environmental Education and Interpretation
Industry Education Management
Experience
Sierra Club  May 2014 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   February 2014 - Present
National Park Service  May 2013 - October 2013
University of Michigan  January 2012 - May 2013
University of Michigan  January 2012 - April 2013
National Park Service  May 2010 - August 2012
University of Michigan  September 2011 - February 2012
Open Homeschoolers Group School   January 2010 - December 2011
Sierra Club  January 2010 - May 2010
USDA Forest Service  August 2009 - November 2009

Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Teaching, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Editing, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Statistics, Project Management, Higher Education, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Social Media, Marketing, Management, Policy, Strategic Planning, Ecology, ArcGIS, Blogging, Facebook, Wilderness First..., Environmental Issues

Education
University of Michigan   2011 — 2013
M.S., Conservation Ecology

University of Michigan   2005 — 2009
B.A., Environmental Studies, German

Ferndale High School   2001 — 2005

Tony Hilmoe Tony Hilmoe Rosemount, Minnesota Details
Tony Hilmoe's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2010 - Present
Job Gardener at The Home Depot
Industry Environmental Services
Experience
The Home Depot  April 2014 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   June 2010 - Present
Gertens Greenhouses   April 2011 - October 2011

Skills
Advertising, Biology, Customer Service

Education
Inver Hills Community College   2011 — 2013
Associate of Arts (A.A.)

Southwest Minnesota State University   2008 — 2010
Biology

School of Environmental Studies   2005 — 2008
High School Diploma, Environmental Studies

Tyler Ahnemann Tyler Ahnemann Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Tyler Ahnemann's Minnesota Zoo Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Minnesota Zoo
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   August 2013 - Present
University of Minnesota  September 2011 - July 2013
River Bend Nature Center  July 2009 - August 2010
University of Minnesota  May 2008 - July 2009
Houston Zoo  April 2001 - April 2008
Great Plains Zoo and Delbridge Museum  December 1997 - April 2001

Skills
Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Environmental Education, Program Evaluation, Fundraising, Non-profits, Teaching, Public Speaking, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Event Planning, Editing, Research, Grants, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Museum Education, Nonprofits, Leadership, Training, Program Management

Education
Iowa State University   1995 — 1997
BS, Zoology

University of Iowa   1990 — 1994
BA, Education

Angie Guggisberg Angie Guggisberg Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Angie Guggisberg's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2010 - Present
Job Project Manager at Minnesota Zoo
Industry Construction
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   January 2010 - Present
Cost Planning Management International, Inc.   June 2008 - December 2009
Turner Construction Company  May 2003 - June 2008

Skills
Construction Management, Project Estimation, Construction Safety, Contract Negotiation, Change Order Negotiation, Change Order Analysis, Submittals, Scheduling Management, Project Coordination, Project Bidding, Owner Representation, Employee Training, Contract Management, Construction, Team Building, Value Engineering, Project Planning, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Change Orders, Subcontracting, Pre-construction, Contractors, Renovation, Process Scheduler

Education
Iowa State University   2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Construction Engineering

Brint Spencer Brint Spencer Greater New York City Area Details
Brint Spencer's Minnesota Zoo Experience November 1980 - October 1989
Job Director at Turtle Back Zoo
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
Turtle Back Zoo  July 2013 - Present
Turtle Back Zoo  July 2008 - July 2013
Philadelphia Zoo  2001 - 2007
John Ball Zoo  October 1993 - September 2001
Beardsley Zoo  1989 - 1993
Minnesota Zoo   November 1980 - October 1989
Brandywine Zoo  1972 - 1980

Skills
Wildlife, Museums, Conservation Issues, Biodiversity, Science, Field Work, Amphibians, Environmental Education, Animal Work, Ecology, Animal Behavior, Reptiles, Grant Writing, Natural History, Museum Collections, Animal Welfare, Biology, Exhibit Design, Marine Biology, Zoology, Informal Education, Science Education, Museum Education, Research, Animal Husbandry, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Volunteer Management

Education
University of Delaware   1975 — 1980
BA, Biolog

Tiffany Strelow Tiffany Strelow Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Tiffany Strelow's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2008 - August 2010
Job Staffing Representative at Uponor
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Uponor  October 2013 - Present
Lawrence Merchandising Services  May 2011 - October 2013
Amcom Software  January 2011 - July 2011
Delaware North Companies  May 2005 - January 2011
Fox Television  August 2010 - December 2010
Minnesota Zoo   May 2008 - August 2010
Agency Models and Talent  2005 - 2009

Skills
Customer Service, Social Media, Fashion, Retail, Human Resources, Marketing, Sales, Interviews, Time Management, Employee Benefits, Recruiting, Leadership, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Training, Microsoft Excel

Education
Bethel University   2007 — 2011

Lakeville High School

Elizabeth Cuthbert Elizabeth Cuthbert Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Elizabeth Cuthbert's Minnesota Zoo Experience 1993 - 1994
Job Zookeeper/Animal Trainer at City of St Paul, Como Zoo
Industry Recreational Facilities and Services
Experience
City of St Paul, Como Zoo   1998 - Present
Como Zoological Society   1994 - 1998
Minnesota Zoo   1993 - 1994
Sedgwick County Zoo  1992 - 1993
Solvay Animal Health  1989 - 1992

Skills
Public Speaking, Animal Behavior, Environmental Education, Animal Training, Animal Husbandry, Wildlife, Wildlife Conservation, Animal Welfare, Animal Work

Education
St. Olaf College   1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, General

University of Wisconsin-River Falls
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.), Biology, General

Rachel Diamond Rachel Diamond Atlanta, Georgia Details
Rachel Diamond's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2009 - August 2009
Job Graduate Student
Industry Research
Experience
Emory University  August 2012 - Present
Minnesota Reading Corps  August 2011 - August 2012
University of Minnesota  May 2011 - August 2011
Macalester College  August 2010 - May 2011
Macalester College Psychology Department   August 2010 - May 2011
Washington University St Louis  June 2010 - August 2010
Macalester College Psychology Department   January 2010 - May 2010
Minnesota Zoo   June 2009 - August 2009
Wisconsin Center   May 2007 - July 2008
Diamond Family Medical Clinic   June 2005 - August 2007

Skills
Psychology, Teaching, Statistics, Research, Tutoring

Education
Emory University   2012 — 2017
Master's degree, Psychology: Neuroscience and Animal Behvior

Macalester College   2007 — 2011
BA, Psychology, Biology

Macalester College
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology

Andy Allison Andy Allison Dubuque, Iowa Details
Andy Allison's Minnesota Zoo Experience July 2004 - October 2006
Job Director of Living Collections at National Mississippi River Museum & Aquarium
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
National Mississippi River Museum & Aquairum   November 2013 - Present
The Living Planet Aquarium  April 2008 - November 2013
Albuquerque Aq   October 2006 - April 2008
Minnesota Zoo   July 2004 - October 2006
Turtle Bay Exploration Park  March 2002 - July 2004
Cabela's  April 2000 - February 2002
University of North Dakota  August 1997 - June 2000
Cabela's  August 1999 - March 2000

Skills
Animal Husbandry, Environmental Education, Scuba Diving, Wildlife, Marine Biology, Ecology, Biology, Field Work, Conservation Issues, Animal Behavior, Natural History, Animal Welfare, Biodiversity, Museums, Animal Work

Education
The University of North Dakota   1997 — 2000
Biology, General

University of Minnesota-Morris   1995 — 1997
BA, Biology

Mesabi Range Community and Technical College   1993 — 1995
A.A. and A.S., General

Carlson Usarcent Carlson Usarcent Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Carlson Usarcent's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2005 - Present
Job High School Science/Medical Career Teacher at Spring Lake Park High School
Industry Military
Experience
Army National Guard  July 2011 - Present
Spring Lake Park High School  June 2005 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   January 2005 - Present
Pine County Ambulance Service   May 2001 - September 2010

Education
Century College   2010 — 2012
A.A.S, Paramedicine

Moorhead State University   1995 — 2000
B.S, Life Science Teaching

Anoka Ramsey Community College   1993 — 1995
A.A, General

Peter Michaletz Peter Michaletz Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Peter Michaletz's Minnesota Zoo Experience June 2012 - August 2012
Job Science Teacher at Minneapolis Public Schools
Industry Primary/Secondary Education
Experience
Minneapolis Public Schools  May 2014 - Present
University of Minnesota  May 2013 - August 2014
Saint Paul Public Schools  January 2014 - April 2014
Self  December 2012 - January 2014
Richfield Public Schools  September 2013 - December 2013
Caribou Coffee  May 2012 - May 2013
Edina Public Schools  October 2012 - March 2013
Edina Public Schools  October 2012 - December 2012
Minnesota Zoo   June 2012 - August 2012
Gustavus Adolphus College  April 2010 - May 2012

Skills
Networking, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Biology, Entomology, Animal Behavior, Plant Taxonomy, Paleontology, Science

Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities   2013 — 2014
Master of Education (M.Ed.), Secondary Education and Teaching

Gustavus Adolphus College   2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Biology

Edina High School   2005 — 2008
High School Diploma

Tom Schiltz Tom Schiltz Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area Details
Tom Schiltz's Minnesota Zoo Experience November 1985 - January 2010
Job Partner at American Property Improvement, LLC
Industry Construction
Experience
APMGroup   October 2014 - Present
American Property Improvement, LLC   November 2009 - January 2013
Minnesota Zoo   November 1985 - January 2010

Skills
Renovation, Construction, Contractors, Residential Homes, Construction Management, Small Business, Bathrooms, Custom Homes, Flooring, Carpentry, Green Building, Process Scheduler, Customer Service, Residential Design, Restoration, Cabinetry, Leadership, Public Speaking

Education
University of St. Thomas   1995 — 1996
Project Management/Facility Management, Facility Management

Inver Hills Community College   1991 — 1996
Associate's degree, Building/Home/Construction Inspection/Inspector

Rita Cantu-Wells Rita Cantu-Wells St. Cloud, Minnesota Area Details
Rita Cantu-Wells's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2011 - Present
Job SDX at Wolters Kluwer Financial Services
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Anna Marie's Alliance  June 2011 - Present
Minnesota Zoo   May 2011 - Present
Wolters Kluwer Financial Services  August 2010 - Present
Secure Documents   August 2010 - Present
Minnesota Zoo Foundation  April 2011 - July 2011
Catholic Charities  January 2010 - March 2010
Catholic Charities  January 2010 - March 2010
Big Lots  May 2004 - December 2009
Casey's Gas Station   October 2002 - May 2003
First Data Corporation  November 2000 - January 2003

Education
Minnesota School of Business-St.Cloud   2007 — 2011
AAS, Criminal Justice

Minnesota School of Business
Associate in Applied Science Degree, Criminal Justice

Caitlin Daniel Caitlin Daniel Osseo, Minnesota Details
Caitlin Daniel's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Recent Graduate of South Dakota State University
Industry Veterinary
Experience
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - August 2012
Brookdale Animal Hospital   May 2009 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Teamwork, Public Speaking, English

Education
South Dakota State University   2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology/Zoology

Kayla Van Zee Kayla Van Zee Sturgeon Lake, Minnesota Details
Kayla Van Zee's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Librarian at Northwestern College
Industry
Experience
Northwestern College  August 2009 - May 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - August 2012

Skills
Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Write lab reports, Laboratory Skills, Microsoft Word, Teaching, Research, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Teamwork

Education
Northwestern College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology, General

Joseph O'Neil Joseph O'Neil Saint Paul, Minnesota Details
Joseph O'Neil's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2012 - August 2012
Job Gaba Instructor
Industry Research
Experience
Gaba  March 2014 - Present
Kemps LLC  April 2013 - February 2014
Team Trivia, Inc.   January 2013 - October 2013
Macalester College  September 2010 - May 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2012 - August 2012
Cub Foods  May 2010 - January 2011

Skills
Telemetry, GIS, Species Identification, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Statistics, Spanish-speaking, Typing, Forest Ecology, Field Work, Troubleshooting, SPSS, Data Analysis, Research, R, Critical Thinking

Education
Macalester College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology, General

Macalester College   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Biology

Shannon Hynes-Ciernia Shannon Hynes-Ciernia Minneapolis, Minnesota Details
Shannon Hynes-Ciernia's Minnesota Zoo Experience January 2014 - April 2014
Job Boarding Associate at Animal Humane Society
Industry Nonprofit Organization Management
Experience
Aerotek  January 2015 - Present
Animal Humane Society  April 2011 - September 2014
Minnesota Zoo   January 2014 - April 2014
Northland College  September 2009 - August 2010

Skills
Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Research, Microsoft Office, Editing, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry

Education
Northland College   2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Bachelor of Art (BA), Biology, General; Fine/Studio Art

Mary Malerich Mary Malerich Marion, Iowa Details
Mary Malerich's Minnesota Zoo Experience May 2011 - August 2011
Job Wildlife Caregiver
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
Fareway Stores, Inc.   2007 - Present
Iowa State University Dining  August 2010 - May 2013
Minnesota Zoo   May 2011 - August 2011
Perkins & Marie Callendars, Inc.   March 2009 - August 2009

Skills
Wildlife, Customer Service

Education
Iowa State University   2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Animal Ecology

University of Tasmania   2012 — 2012
Zoology

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