Montgomery Ward
Industry: Retail company
DescriptionMontgomery Ward Inc. is the name of two historically distinct American retail enterprises. It can refer either to the defunct mail order and department store retailer, which operated between 1872 and 2001, or to the current catalog and online retailer also known as Wards. Brands: Riverside; Airline; Powr-Kraft Headquarters: Monroe, Wisconsin, United States Founder: Aaron Montgomery Ward Founded: 1872 Defunct: June 2001 Parent organization: Colony Brands, Inc.
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Montgomery Ward Employees
State Farm Insurance Companies 2000 - Present
State Farm 1990 - Present
Montgomery Ward 1986 - 1990
ABC Auto Body Craftsman 1984 - 1986
Skills
Insurance, Accident Investigation, Claim Investigation, Fire Investigation, Leadership, Customer Service, Volunteering, Boy Scouts, Knights of Columbus, Claim, Investigation, Subrogation, Property Damage, Legal Liability, Liability, Liability Analysis, Homeowners, Umbrella Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Claims Handling, Accident, General Insurance, Property Claims, Claims Resolution
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 1980 — 1984
BA- Business, Business Administration and Management, General
LP Enterprises November 2009 - Present
Mark Shale March 2003 - May 2009
Altenhofen Typographers August 1991 - August 1993
Cicero Typographers October 1987 - July 1991
Relocation Consultants March 1985 - August 1987
Montgomery Ward September 1983 - June 1985
Skills
Advertising, Newsletters, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Sales, Corporate Events, Event Planning, Fundraising, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Brochures, Social Networking, Management, Trade Shows, Publicity, Online Advertising, Direct Marketing, Blogging, Nonprofits, Social Media, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Brand Development, Research, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Market Planning, Email Marketing, Brand Management, Small Business, Direct Mail, Art Direction, Digital Marketing, Creative Direction
Education
Creighton University 1981 — 1983
BA, English/Advertising
New York University Publishing Institute
Sterling-Rice Group April 2010 - Present
Sterling-Rice Group October 2008 - April 2010
Greenhouse Partners July 2002 - September 2008
3Com Corporation 1998 - 2001
US Robotics 1995 - 1998
Montgomery Ward 1992 - 1995
Skills
Strategy, Brand Architecture, Marketing Strategy, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, CRM, Marketing, Market Research, Brand Management, Interactive Marketing, E-commerce, Multi-channel Marketing, Account Management, Brand Development, Customer Insight, Digital Media, Advertising, Marketing Research, Selling, Direct Marketing, Lead Generation, Creative Direction, Business Development, Management, New Business Development, Competitive Analysis, Email Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, New Product Ideas
Education
Dartmouth College 1987 — 1991
BS, Psychology and Economics
Walmart April 2002 - Present
UPS September 1997 - February 2003
Montgomery Ward September 1995 - April 2001
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Cashiering, Retail Sales, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Store Operations, Time Management, Profit, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Data Entry
Education
Grand Valley State University
The Old Telephone Company, Inc. November 1997 - Present
The Old Telephone Company, Inc January 1987 - November 1997
The Old Telephone Company, Inc January 1985 - January 1987
Montgomery Ward January 1981 - January 1987
Skills
Telecommunications, Networking, Network Design, Project Management, Network Installation, WAN, Cabling, Managed Services, Unified Communications, Solution Selling, Strategic Partnerships, Telephony, VoIP, MPLS, Ethernet, Sales, Selling, Direct Sales, T1, Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Wireless, IP, Network Administration, Data Center, Call Centers, SIP, Cloud Computing, Software Installation, SIP Trunking, Management, Integration, Account Management, Security, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Leadership, Marketing
Education
Essex Community College
Parkville HS
Unlimited Resources Inc. 1997 - Present
Silo 1989 - 1992
McCrory 1986 - 1989
Montgomery Ward 1976 - 1986
Skills
Recruiting, Human Resources, Retail, Team Building, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Merchandising, Management, Sales Management, Sales, Leadership, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Training, Talent Acquisition, Budgets, Profit, New Business Development, Account Management, Negotiation, Start-ups, P&L Management, Customer Service, Executive Search, Employee Relations, Organizational..., Performance Management, Talent Management, Sourcing, Marketing, Fashion, Inventory Management, Onboarding, Store Management, Change Management
Education
Drake University 1972 — 1976
JP Heatherly & Associates March 2015 - Present
DePaul University 1984 - Present
Verizon Enterprise Solutions September 2005 - March 2015
Washington Mutual May 2002 - September 2005
Zurich Life 1999 - 2002
TeleSynergies Consulting Group 1991 - 1999
McGladrey & Pullen 1987 - 1991
Chicago Mercantile Exchange 1985 - 1987
Montgomery Ward 1983 - 1985
Carson Pirie Scott & Co. 1981 - 1983
Skills
Account Management, Change Management, Customer Service, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Marketing, PowerPoint, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Public Speaking, Social Media, Research
Education
DePaul University 1977 — 1980
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
DePaul University 1975 — 1977
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Banner Health October 1992 - Present
Abrazo Health Care January 1994 - July 2007
Kmart Corporation June 1992 - January 1994
Walker Research July 1990 - June 1992
Montgomery Ward October 1991 - March 1992
Skills
Neurophysiology, EEG, Shared Leadership, Events, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Singing, Market Research, Leadership, Data Analysis, Healthcare, Marketing, Neurology, Medical Terminology, Clinical Research, Medicine, ACLS, HIPAA, Healthcare Consulting, Acute Care, Inpatient, Patient Safety, Strategic Planning, EMR, Hospitals
Education
University of Phoenix 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (BS), Health/Health Care Administration/Management, 3.8
Phoenix College 1994 — 1996
Neurology/ Business Management
Glendale Community College 1992 — 1996
Music & Business Management
Peoria High School 1988 — 1992
Lloyds North America March 2005 - March 2012
Watson Wyatt Worldwide 1998 - 2004
Mercer Benefit Administration Center (MAC) 1995 - 1998
Value Merchants/ Everything's A Dollar September 1991 - August 1995
Montgomery Ward July 1983 - August 1991
Arthur Andersen 1977 - 1982
Skills
Financial Reporting, Strategic Planning, IPO, Benefits Administration, Bankruptcy, Operations Management, Forecasting, Insurance, Managerial Finance, Internal Controls, Financial Modeling, Enterprise Risk..., Financial Analysis, Corporate Finance, Due Diligence, Budgets, Reinsurance, Business Strategy, Risk Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Financial..., Financial Risk, Financial Planning, Management
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1983 — 1984
MBA Candidate
DePaul University 1973 — 1977
BS
Wilton Brands October 2012 - Present
HP March 1988 - October 2012
Chemcentral June 2001 - October 2008
Montgomery Ward June 1986 - March 1988
Skills
SQL, COBOL, JCL, VSAM, IBM AS/400, RPG, RPG ILE, RPG III, CL, JDE World 7.3, JDE World 9.2, CreateForm, Data Import, Syncsort, IMS DB/DC, AS400 Query, DB2, Databases, AS400 system, JD Edwards, Data Transformation, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, ERP, Integration, Requirements Analysis, SDLC
Education
DeVry Institute of Technology 1984 — 1986
Bachelor's Degree, Computer Science, 4.0 on a 4.0 scale
DeVry University 1983 — 1985
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
AutoPlus Auto Parts, Icahn Enterprizes Holdings LLC November 2008 - Present
Genuine Parts Company July 2002 - November 2008
NAPA Auto Parts Norwich February 1987 - February 2000
Tenneco Automotive 1979 - 1987
NAPA Distribution Center September 1976 - January 1979
Montgomery Ward 1974 - 1976
Firestone 1968 - 1974
Skills
Automotive Aftermarket, Profit, Automotive, Sales, B2B, Fleet Management, Dealer Management, Automobile, Automotive Repair, Purchasing, P&L, Dealers, Vehicles, Direct Sales, Sales Operations, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Pricing, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Retention, Sales Process, Automotive Parts, Continuous Improvement, Parts, Sales Management, New Business Development, Retail, Business Development, Selling, Team Building, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Negotiation, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Fleet Services, Product Development, Cold Calling, Sales Presentations, Key Account Management, Logistics, Business Planning
Education
Emporia State University 1970 — 1974
BS, Vocational Rehabilitation
Fryeburg Academy 1966 — 1968
Awana Clubs International July 2003 - Present
Awana Clubs International April 1994 - July 2003
Awana Clubs International December 1991 - April 1994
Perry Baptsit Church 1980 - 1990
Montgomery Ward 1977 - 1978
Shepherds Home and School 1975 - 1976
Skills
Leadership, Fundraising, Non-profits, Leadership Development, Policy, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Training, Project Management, Event Management, Management Consulting, Program Management, Management, Strategy, Biblical Studies, Staff Development, Event Planning
Education
Cornerstone University 1975 — 1976
Bible
Sea Island January 2014 - Present
Frederica Gold Club November 2009 - Present
Quality Golf Experience March 2008 - February 2011
Staples 2001 - 2008
Staples April 2001 - November 2006
Service Merchandise 1995 - 2001
Montgomery Ward 1990 - 1995
Circuit City 1994 - 1994
Circuit City 1994 - 1994
Skills
Profit, Big Box, Shrinkage, Team Building, Sales Process, Merchandising, Store Management, District Management, Driving Results, Multi-Unit Management, Inventory Control, Sales, Sales Operations, New Store Openings, Multi-unit, Associate Development, P&L Management, Forecasting, Income Statement, Sales Management, Store Operations, Visual Merchandising, Assortment, CPFR, Retail, Salesforce.com, Marketing, Loss Prevention, POS, Planograms, Customer Service, Account Management, B2B, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Succession Planning, Merchandise Planning, New Business Development, Coaching, Selling, Expense Management, Accountability, Retail Sales, Recruiting, Multi-unit Retail..., Operations Management, People Development, New Store Development, Customer Satisfaction, Multi-channel Retail
Education
Georgia State University 1971 — 1974
BBA, Marketing
Perfection Custom Closets 2011 - Present
Montgomery Ward 1995 - 1998
National-Louis University 1990 - 1995
Skills
Closet Design, Window Treatments, Graphic Design, Packaging, Graphics, Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
Education
Columbia College Chicago
Kohl's Department Stores August 1998 - December 2014
Kohl's Department Stores 1996 - 1998
Montgomery Ward June 1995 - June 1996
Montgomery Ward June 1994 - May 1995
North Loop News November 1992 - May 1994
Skills
Advertising, Media Planning, Media Buying, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing, Management, Marketing Communications, Account Management, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Advertising Sales, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Newspapers, Customer Service, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Budgeting, Retail, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Digital Strategy
Education
DePaul University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
TJX July 2013 - Present
Fashion Bug/Charming Shoppes Inc. July 2001 - January 2013
Ryder TRS August 2000 - July 2001
Montgomery Ward 1996 - 2000
Skills
Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Store Operations, New Store Openings, Retail Sales, Specialty Retail, Merchandise Planning, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Merchandising, Training, Sales, Driving Results, Human Resources, Management
Education
Metropolitan State College of Denver 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Behavioral Sciences
Community College of Aurora 1995 — 1997
Associate's degree work, Business Administration and Management, General
Jones Lang LaSalle March 2013 - Present
Pegasus Knowledge Solutions March 2011 - June 2012
U.S. Cellular June 2007 - January 2011
U.S. Cellular April 2001 - June 2007
Montgomery Ward January 1995 - December 2000
Walgreens June 1985 - June 1992
Skills
Team Building, Merchandising, Forecasting, Retail, Negotiation, Inventory Management, Contract Negotiation, P&L, Vendor Management, Management, Account Management, Budgets, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Experience, Customer Retention, Customer Satisfaction, Income Statement, Leadership, New Business Development, Operations Management, Pricing, Process Improvement, Procurement, Product Development, Product Management, Product Marketing, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Telecommunications, Training, Wireless, Sales Operations, Marketing, Sales, Strategic Sourcing, Business Process..., Team Leadership, Purchasing, Time Management, B2B, CRM, Sales Management, Business Development, Direct Sales, Sales Process
Education
DePaul University 1981 — 1985
BS, Human Resources
Huizenga Capital Management 2011 - 2011
Veolia ES Technical Solutions 2002 - 2009
Waste Management, Inc. 1989 - 2001
Montgomery Ward 1987 - 1989
Deloitte Haskins and Sells 1982 - 1987
Skills
Analytical Skills, Benefits Administration, Customer Service, Accounting, Process Improvement, Management, FMLA, Financial Reporting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Auditing, Project Management, Human Resources, Project Planning, Employee Relations, Team Building
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 1980 — 1982
Master of Accountancy
DePaul University 1977 — 1981
Bachelor of Science in Commerce
Textron Aviation-Cessna Division October 2010 - Present
Cessna Aircraft Company November 2006 - October 2010
Golden Books October 1990 - April 1998
US Army May 1984 - April 1988
Montgomery Ward January 1983 - August 1983
Skills
Aircraft, Green Belt, Aviation, Lean Manufacturing, Cross-functional Team..., DMAIC, Manufacturing, Aircraft Maintenance, 5S, Value Stream Mapping, SAP, Supply Management, Kaizen, AS9100, Root Cause Analysis, Manufacturing..., MRP, Composites, Engineering Management, Toyota Production System, Operational Excellence, Process Improvement, SPC, Quality Management, Supplier Quality, Quality System, Materials Management, ISO, FMEA, Systems Engineering, Machining
Education
Washburn University 2001 — 2004
BS, Technologies Management
Coffeyville Community College 1979 — 1981
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Business
Field Kindley Memorial High School 1975 — 1979
Currently seeking new opportunities February 2015 - Present
U.S. Cellular (Contracted through TekSystems) October 2012 - January 2015
Convergys 2005 - February 2012
Convergys 1996 - 2005
Convergys 1990 - 1996
Montgomery Ward July 1977 - January 1990
Skills
COBOL, JCL, Cost Control, Project Management, MS Project, Configuration Management, Document Management, Process Improvement, MS Visio, Microsoft Office, Data Analysis, Building Relationships, Communication Skills, Visio, Unix, Requirements Gathering, Microsoft SQL Server, SQL, Testing, Analysis, Leadership, Management, SDLC, Software Documentation, System Administration, Cross-functional Team..., Project Planning, Budgets, Requirements Analysis, Team Management, PMP, Software Project..., Integration, Strategy, SharePoint, Systems Analysis, Vendor Management, Business Analysis
Education
DeVry Institute of Technology 2002 — 2004
BS, Information Technology, 4.0
DePaul University 1989 — 1989
Computer Career Program, Cobol, JCL
University of Missouri-Columbia 1973 — 1977
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Management
Douglas County Continuum of Care Coalition January 2015 - Present
Charles Branson Disability Representation and Consulting, LLC May 2014 - Present
Regional Commission on Homelessness February 2008 - Present
United Way of Metropolitan Atlanta July 2009 - June 2015
Douglas County Continuum of Care Coalition October 2011 - December 2014
First Step Staffing and Benefits October 2012 - March 2014
First Step Staffing, Inc. October 2012 - March 2014
Self employed management consultant 2011 - September 2012
Dillards May 2001 - February 2011
Montgomery Ward April 2001 - February 2011
Skills
Mentoring and Coaching, Management of Change, Visionary Leadership, Salesforce Training, Mentoring, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Consensus Building, Web Marketing, Written & Oral..., Team Building, Digital Marketing, P&L Accountability, Operations Management, Spokesperson, Coaching, Leadership, Marketing, Sales, Management, Retail, Business Development, Social Media, Public Relations, Nonprofits, Advertising, Negotiation, Merchandising, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Social Networking, Store Management, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Event Management, Press Releases, Income Statement, Budgets, Small Business, Community Development, Volunteer Management, Training, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Grant Writing, Entrepreneurship, Time Management, Analysis
Education
College of Charleston 1968 — 1972
BA, English and German
CPS HR Consulting 2013 — 2013
E.D.P.N.A., Eligible for Direct Payment Non-attorney
St. John's High School 1964 — 1968
High School Diploma, Valedictorian
TJX - Marshalls September 2013 - Present
TJX - Marshalls November 2012 - September 2013
TJX - Marshalls, Houston area February 2011 - November 2012
Loehmann's 2004 - 2010
Sears Holdings Corporation 2003 - 2004
Montgomery Ward 1993 - 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Team Building, Merchandising, Mentoring, Profit & Loss Management, Training & Development, Inventory Management, Performance Management, Operations Management, Counseling and Coaching, Multi-unit, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Big Box, Leadership, P&L Management, Income Statement, Loss Prevention, Employee Training, Coaching, Management, Inventory Control, Driving Results, Shrinkage, Multi-Unit Management, P, Profit, Sales, Store Operations
Education
Grambling State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Economics
AutoNation January 2013 - Present
Toyota March 2012 - January 2013
Dillard's Lakeline Mall August 2009 - October 2011
Dillards Mall of Stonecrest September 2001 - August 2009
Dillards LakeForest Plaza Mall August 1998 - September 2001
Maison Blanche LakeForest Plaza Mall December 1996 - August 1998
Montgomery Ward June 1995 - December 1996
JCPenney January 1982 - May 1995
Skills
Sales Management, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Recruitment/Retention, Purchasing, Customer Relations, Employee Relations, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Supervisory Skills, Customer Service, Training Skills, Coaching, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Administration, Budgeting, Team Building, Business Management, Business Analysis, Business Planning, Project Implementation, Outsourcing, Troubleshooting, Hiring, Merchandising, Retail, Profitability, Business Strategy, Time Management, Analysis, Credit, Retail Management, Profit, Inventory Control, Loss Prevention, Succession Planning, Performance Management, P&L, Stores, Visual Merchandising, P&L Management, Store Management, Vendor Relations, Planning, Mentoring, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Forecasting, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Grambling State University 1978 — 1982
BS, Marketing/Advertising
Peabody Magnet High School
EMJ 1994 - Present
Crane Valves 1987 - 1994
Montgomery Ward 1980 - 1987
Skills
Purchasing Management, Contract Management, Retail Management, Inventory Management, Purchase Management, Manufacturing, Process Improvement, Store Management, Purchasing, Pricing, Supply Chain Management, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Contract Negotiation, Aluminum, Materials, Steel, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Negotiation, Logistics, Stainless Steel
Education
DePauw University 1976 — 1980
BA, Psychology
Bealls, Inc. April 2001 - January 2014
Mandee Shops March 1987 - June 2000
Montgomery Ward April 1972 - August 1986
Skills
Apparel, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Retail, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Private Label, Merchandise Planning
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1968 — 1972
Associate's degree, Fashion Buying and Merchandising
Linden Bulk Transportation January 2014 - Present
TransForce November 2005 - August 2013
Galaxy Coach September 2002 - November 2005
Innovative Logistics Techniques, Inc. March 2002 - September 2002
Direct Services, Inc July 2001 - December 2001
General Messenger Service September 1990 - June 2000
Anheuser-Busch January 1971 - June 1990
Montgomery Ward November 1969 - January 1971
Maislin Brothers Transport June 1963 - October 1969
Skills
LTL, Transportation, Freight, Team Building, Account Management, Process Improvement, Sales Management, Warehousing, Shipping, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Budget, Sourcing, Contract Negotiation, DOT regulations, Budgets, Inventory Management, Employee Relations, Leadership, Hiring, Supply Chain, Income Statement, P&L Management, Logistics Management, P&L, Management, Recruiting, DOT Regulations
Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University 1963 — 1969
Incomplete, Business Admin
Academy of Advanced Traffic 1965 — 1966
PetSmart September 2011 - Present
Town of Peru 2005 - Present
Falvo Training & Consulting January 2005 - October 2012
Staples The Office Super Store November 1998 - March 2010
Stewart's June 1995 - November 1998
Media Play October 1994 - June 1995
Montgomery Ward December 1992 - October 1994
Skills
Training, Coaching, Process Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Security, Leadership, Recruiting, Management, Human Resources, Performance Management, Payroll, Sales, Selling, Store Management, Team Building, Customer Service, Hiring, Inventory Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Green Mountain College 1986 — 1990
bs, Accounting
Omnes Natural February 2015 - Present
Elance August 2012 - Present
Network Family Wellness Center September 2012 - April 2013
GiGaDoo January 2006 - April 2012
Buildabear Workshop November 2006 - August 2010
Kay's Jewelry Div. of Sterling Inc September 2004 - June 2006
Stein Mart August 2001 - September 2004
Montgomery Ward March 1993 - March 2001
Skills
•Microsoft office XP,..., •Windows XP, Vista, 7, •Multi-line Telephones, •Multiple electronic..., •Kronos and WorkBrain..., Windows 7, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Forecasting, Technical Support, Data Entry, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Computer Proficiency, Computer Maintenance, Recruiting, Adobe XI, Inventory Control, Internal Audit, Loss Prevention, Appointment Scheduling, Employee Training, Employee Relations, Employee Management, Cash Management, Cashiering, Time Management, Small Business, HR Policies, Interviews, Visio, Social Networking, Merchandising, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word
Education
Edinboro University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts and Science, Humanities, Computer Science, 3.04
Edinboro University of Pennsylvania 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
EduKit, Inc. April 2014 - Present
eStyle February 2013 - May 2013
The Right Start January 2010 - February 2013
Colorado Springs Style March 2009 - January 2010
Linens N Things June 1999 - October 2008
Caldor January 1997 - May 1999
Lechters February 1992 - January 1997
Montgomery Ward July 1990 - February 1992
Bloomingdales July 1989 - April 1990
Carson Pirie Scott June 1986 - June 1989
Skills
Creative Problem Solving, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Sales, Product Development, Private Label, Leadership, Process Management, Digital Marketing, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Textiles, Management, Business Development, Marketing, Assortment, Inventory Management, Promotions, P&L Management, Sourcing, Wholesale, Budgets, Store Management, Team Building, New Business Development, Negotiation, Profit, E-commerce, Apparel, Forecasting, Project Planning, Sales Management, Brand Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Market Planning, Loss Prevention, Merchandise Planning, Purchasing, Time Management, Planograms, Trend, Inventory Control, Big Box, Pricing, Retail Buying, CPFR
Education
Colorado Technical University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Information Technology, 3.8
Colorado Technical University 2009 — 2010
Completed Web Design Certificate Program
DeSales University
BA, magna cum laude, English
Quakertown Senior High School
jcpenney March 2014 - Present
Kohl's Department Stores January 2006 - March 2014
Target June 2000 - December 2005
OfficeMax January 1995 - June 2000
Montgomery Ward 1992 - 1995
Skills
Driving Results, Merchandising, Store Management, Big Box, Visual Merchandising, Shrinkage, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Retail, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Recruiting, Customer Service, Associate Development, Store Operations, Profit, Multi-Unit Management, Multi-unit, New Store Openings, Inventory Control, District Management, New Store Development, Planograms
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 2005 — 2007
Bachelors, Human Resources
Armor Realty of Tallahassee May 2009 - Present
Tallahassee Board of Realtors 2008 - Present
Weichert Realtors, Anchor 2007 - 2009
Sears Holdings Corporation 2005 - 2008
Montgomery Ward June 1969 - April 2002
Montgomery Wards 1969 - 2001
Skills
Sellers, Selling, Single Family Homes, New Home Sales, Relocation, Real Estate, First Time Home Buyers, Foreclosures, Investment Properties, Retail, Sales, Real Estate Transactions, Merchandising, Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Profit, Store Management, Leadership, Buyers, Short Sales, Condos, Referrals, Investors, Listings, REO, Property Management, Residential Homes, Buyer Representation, Rentals, Luxury
Education
East Carolina University 1964 — 1969
Political Science and Government
Dowdle Executive Search, Inc. 2002 - Present
A.T. Kearney Executive Search 1999 - 2002
Helstrom Turner & Associates 1992 - 1999
Montgomery Ward 1988 - 1992
Skills
Recruiting, Sourcing, Talent Acquisition, Executive Search, Human Resources, Talent Management, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Retail, Change Management, Management, HR Consulting, Training, Leadership, Interviews, Employee Relations, Strategy
Education
Georgetown University
BSFS, Foreign Service
The George Washington University - School of Business
MBA, International Business
Clarity Solution Group August 2012 - Present
Discover Financial Services January 2001 - July 2012
Self Employed February 1999 - December 2000
FMC Corporation July 1976 - January 1999
Montgomery Ward February 1972 - June 1976
USAF Institute of Technology February 1968 - December 1971
Skills
Predictive Modeling, SAS, Marketing Analytics, Segmentation, Statistical Modeling, Logistic Regression, Database Marketing, Customer Analysis, Data Mining, Decision Trees, Cluster Analysis, Business Analytics, Customer Acquisition, Statistical Data..., Inventory Analysis, Mathematical..., Value Creation, R, Microsoft Excel, VBA, Operations Research, Linear Regression, Big Data, Analytics, Statistics, Business Process..., Mathematical Modeling, Time Series Analysis, Predictive Analytics, SAS programming, Optimization Models, Risk Analytics, Data Analysis, Multivariate Analysis, Quantitative Analytics, Analysis, Optimizations, Multivariate Statistics, Optimization, Business Strategy, Credit Cards, Data Science, Econometrics, SPSS
Education
The University of Chicago 1981 — 1985
MBA, Finance, Econometrics
Northwestern University 1964 — 1968
Ph.D., Applied Mathematics
Cornell University 1959 — 1964
B.M.E., ME/IE
ROI - Resources Optimization International, LLC October 2013 - Present
Delhaize America February 2013 - February 2013
Food Lion February 2010 - February 2013
Food Lion March 2006 - February 2010
BearingPoint June 2003 - February 2006
Sears Holdings Corporation March 1993 - May 2003
Sears, Roebuck and Co. 1993 - 2003
Montgomery Ward May 1982 - March 1993
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Income Statement, Analytics, Forecasting, Business Strategy, Corporate Finance, Training, Mentoring, Vendor Management, vendor rel, Networking, CRM, Relational Databases, Strategy, Competitive Analysis, P&L Management, Management, Sales Management, Budgets, Operations Management, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Vendors, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Executive Management, Negotiation, Pricing, Profit, Sales Operations, Business Process..., Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, FMCG, Purchasing, Store Management, Segmentation, Consumer Products, Customer Experience, Analysis, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, Customer Insight, Business Planning, Pricing Strategy, Market Planning
Education
Columbia University - Columbia Business School
MBA, Finance
Jericho high school
Vassar College
BA, Philosophy
Stanford Management Company July 2011 - Present
Ascend Clinical 2007 - 2011
Cisco Systems 2000 - 2006
GE 1997 - 2000
Radio Free Europe - Prague 1995 - 1997
Montgomery Ward 1992 - 1995
The New York Times 1988 - 1992
Skills
Mergers, Performance Management, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, International HR, Human Resources, HRIS, Deferred Compensation, Personnel Management, Six Sigma, Project Management, Employee Engagement, Employee Benefits, Executive Coaching, Employment Law, Leadership, Management, Organizational Design, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Workforce Planning, Strategic Planning
Education
Cornell University
B.S.
BATS Improv
Stanford University
CBRE January 2011 - Present
LB&B Associates Inc July 2003 - January 2011
Montgomery Ward 1991 - 1993
Skills
Work Orders, Facilities Management, Process Scheduler, Outlook, Customer Service, Supervisory Skills, Facilities Operations, Real Estate, Invoicing, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing, Contract Management, Budgets, Operations Management, Office Management, Corporate Real Estate, Property Management, Lease Administration, Leases, Tenant
Education
Florida Metropolitan University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Randstad August 2015 - Present
ChicagoNow of Chicago Tribune Media Group February 2012 - Present
CMD Group LLC October 2014 - July 2015
Reed Business Information June 2007 - October 2014
Randstad Work Solutions October 2006 - June 2007
United Airlines September 2003 - September 2006
United Airlines February 2000 - September 2003
The Container Store December 1997 - January 2000
Radio Shack September 1997 - December 1997
Montgomery Ward August 1995 - August 1997
Skills
Able To Multi-task, Organizational..., Phone Etiquette, Customer Relations, Research, New Business Development, Proofreading, Data Entry, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Customer Engagement, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Editing, Marketing, Time Management, Project Management, Writing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Program Management, Sales Management, Marketing Communications, Social Media
Education
DePaul University 1994 — 1999
Bachelor's Degree, English
Brother Rice High School 1990 — 1994
High School, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Tupelo Lane Designs January 2014 - Present
Non Profits July 1999 - Present
Temco Machinery/ Global Emergency Products September 2014 - January 2015
New York and Company January 1999 - April 2009
New York and Company January 1994 - January 1999
New York and Company January 1991 - January 1994
GH Bass 1990 - 1991
Montgomery Ward January 1989 - January 1990
Casual Male 1989 - 1989
Skills
Brand Management, Organization, Merchandising, Profit, Training, Visual Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Retail, Store Management, Fashion, Inventory Control, Apparel, Recruiting, Team Building, Store Operations, Team Leadership, Budgets, Project Management, Sales Management, Budget Monitoring, Time Management, Sales, Driving Results, Merchandise Planning
Education
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Science, Merchandising/Marketing
Lutheran East
College Prep
Asset Protection Partnership, Ltd January 1993 - Present
Montgomery Ward January 1991 - January 1993
TJ's Sentry Markets January 1989 - January 1992
Skills
Business Management, Fire Alarm Estimating, Security System Design, Project Management, Customer Relations, Management, Customer Service, Security, Physical Security, Access Control, CCTV, Business Strategy, Leadership, Fire Alarm, Training, Integration, Alarm Systems, Security Management
Education
Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business 2000 — 2000
Certificate, Strategic & National Accounts Management
George Fox University 1991 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, Human Resource Management
Forest Grove Union High School 1975 — 1978
Diploma, High School
Best Year Yet Worldwide, LLC August 2013 - Present
Optimization, LLC May 2011 - Present
Speedway Motors, Inc. May 2008 - May 2011
Vente, Inc. 2007 - 2008
FirstComp, Inc. 2006 - 2007
Cabelas, Inc. 2005 - 2006
Oriental Trading Company 2004 - 2005
Sheplers, Inc. 1999 - 2004
Wichita Police Department 1992 - 2000
Montgomery Ward 1992 - 1994
Skills
Data Analysis, Usability, Testing, E-commerce, SEO, Analytics, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, SEM, Web Analytics, Digital Marketing, Google Analytics, Conversion Optimization, Lead Generation, Google Adwords, Organic Search, Online Marketing, Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Digital Media, Customer Acquisition, Product Marketing, Direct Marketing, Social Media Marketing, PPC, Leadership, Project Management, Multi-channel Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, Omniture, Strategy, Database Marketing, Landing Page..., Web Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Digital Strategy, Multivariate Testing, A/B testing, Behavioral Targeting, Management, B2B Marketing, Website Development, Internet Strategy, Web Project Management, CRM, Segmentation
Education
Friends University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science
Nebraska Wesleyan University 1987 — 1991
City of Euless June 2007 - Present
Trinity Interests January 2015 - Present
Retail Properties of America, Inc. July 2010 - January 2015
Macerich September 2007 - July 2010
Simon Property Group January 1998 - July 2007
Simon Property Group, Inc - Irving Mall 2001 - 2007
Montgomery Ward May 1995 - January 1998
Office Max June 1992 - May 1995
Kmart Corporation 1975 - 1992
Skills
Property Management, Real Estate, Budgeting, Lease Administration, Negotiation, Shopping Centers, Customer Relations, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, Supervisory Skills, Microsoft Office, Operating Budgets, Team Building, Public Relations, Retail, Facilities Management, Contract Negotiation, Inventory Management, Contract Management, Customer Service, Portfolio Management, Leases, Excel, Landlord, Word, Budget Management, Landlords, Budgets, Tenant, Lease Negotiations, Property, Disposition, Location Intelligence, Commercial Real Estate, Real Estate Development, Corporate Real Estate, Real Estate Economics, Dispositions, Microsoft Excel, Management
Education
Florida State University - College of Business 1971 — 1975
BS, Marketing
Plantation High School 1970 — 1971
CVS/Caremark April 2001 - Present
Caremark 2001 - Present
Chicago NOW (National Organization for Women) January 2005 - December 2007
National Organization for Women--Chicago Chapter 2002 - 2007
Montgomery Ward 1994 - 2001
Skills
Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Business Analysis, Visio, Mainframe, SDLC, Project Management, Software Project..., Requirements Analysis, Management, Vendor Management, SharePoint, PMP, Change Management, Requirements Gathering, Quality Assurance
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 1972 — 1976
Parts Now LLC January 2015 - Present
Sensient Technologies Corporation June 2014 - January 2015
Parts Now LLC May 2009 - June 2014
IncWorx Consulting 2008 - 2009
W.W. Grainger February 1982 - October 2008
Montgomery Ward 1978 - 1982
Skills
PMP, Microsoft SQL Server, Business Process, Business Intelligence, SharePoint, Business Development, Analysis, Access, Strategic Planning, E-commerce, SDLC, Team Building, IT Management, Crystal Reports, Microsoft Office, PMO, Business Analysis, Sourcing, Business Strategy, Software Project..., Customer Service, Sales, Solution Selling, ERP, Requirements Gathering, Change Management, Databases, Team Leadership, SSRS, Visio, Oracle, Time Management, Training, Program Management, Process Improvement, SQL, Integration, Information Technology, PeopleSoft, Vendor Management, Management, Accounting, Leadership, CRM, Resource Management, Microsoft Excel, Cold Calling, Cognos, Data Mining, Cross-functional Team...
Education
DePaul University
MS, Telecommunications
University of Illinois at Chicago
BS, Accounting
Framed Openings, Inc April 2007 - Present
Rogers, Sheffield & Campbell, LLP January 2014 - November 2014
LOGUE LAW October 2012 - December 2013
Child & Marton LLC March 2002 - December 2012
Framed Openings, Windows & Doors August 1983 - April 2007
Montgomery Ward October 1980 - June 1983
Skills
Quickbooks, Excel, Social Media, Feasibility Studies, Small Business, Business Planning, Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Accountability, Word, PowerPoint, Inventory Management, P&L Management, Accounting, Forecasting, Accounts Payable, Payroll, Team Building, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, QuickBooks, Microsoft Word, Systems Improvement, Strategic Business..., Negotiation, Real Estate, Sales, Leadership, Invoicing, Training, Customer Service, Management Consulting, Strategy, Account Reconciliation, Analysis, Finance, Time Management, Accounts Receivable, Budgets, Retail, Start-ups, Outlook, Entrepreneurship, Coaching, Leadership Development, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Real Estate Transactions, Financial Analysis, Management
Education
UCLA Extension 2010 — 2016
Accounting Certification
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Management, 3.87
Landmark Worldwide 2000 — 2009
Personal Development
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 1971 — 1972
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Merchandise Marketing
Sears Canada September 2012 - Present
Dollar General May 2010 - May 2012
Carole Hochman Design Group June 2007 - June 2010
Hanover Direct January 2005 - June 2007
I. Spiewak & Sons June 1998 - February 2005
Montgomery Ward June 1992 - September 1998
Skills
Sourcing, Merchandising, Fashion, Product Development, Profit, Private Label, Apparel, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Inventory Management, Global Sourcing, Forecasting, E-commerce, Income Statement, Textiles, Wholesale, Management, Wovens, Marketing, Denim, Sportswear, Trend, Pricing, Assortment, Sales, Store Management, Leadership, Inventory Control, Merchandise Planning, Multi-channel Retail, Retail Buying, Purchasing, P&L Management, Planograms, Hiring, Trend Forecasting, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, Driving Results, Department Stores, Negotiation, CPFR, Styling, Fashion Buying, Footwear, JDA, Shoes, Fit, New Store Openings
Education
American School in Paris
High School
Fordham University
BA, English
Fordham University
Bachelor’s Degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
International School of the Sacred Heart
Tuesday Morning June 2014 - May 2015
Sally Beauty Supply September 2009 - July 2012
Sally Beauty Supply March 2008 - September 2009
Things Remembered 2002 - 2006
Zale Corporation 2001 - 2002
Zale Corporation 1998 - 2001
Zales Jewelers 1997 - 1998
Zales Jewelers 1995 - 1997
Montgomery Ward 1991 - 1995
Macy's South / Bullocks 1988 - 1991
Skills
Merchandising, Management, CO-PA, Advertising, Multi-channel Retail, Income Statement, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Channel, Pricing, Trend Analysis, E-commerce, Assortment, Merchandise Planning, Trend, Fashion, P&L Management, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Apparel, Profit, Inventory Control, Store Operations, Product Development, Driving Results, Marketing Strategy, Brand Development, Business Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Loss Prevention, Team Building, Sales Management, CPFR, Tactical Planning, Brand Management, Marketing, Purchasing, Store Management, Luxury Goods, Customer Service, Market Planning, POS, Jewelry, Market Research, New Business Development, Wholesale, Budgets, Sales
Education
The University of Texas at Dallas 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business, Class Valedictorian
Dickinson College 1980 — 1984
B.A., Economics
The Harley School 1976 — 1980
Sharon Krohn Consulting & Real Estate Executive Search 1995 - Present
Rubloff 1986 - 1995
Montgomery Ward 1985 - 1986
Skills
Leadership Coaching, Career Counseling, Executive Coaching, Commercial Real Estate, Executive Search, Leadership, Leadership Development, Coaching, Real Estate, Human Resources, Career Development..., Career Development, Corporate Real Estate, Management, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Training, Consulting, Human Capital, Organizational..., Talent Management, Management Consulting, Start-ups, Nonprofits
Education
Georgetown University 2010 — 2011
Certification Leadershp Coaching, Georgetown Institute for Transformational Leadershp
New York University 1975 — 1976
Masters, Communications
Petco (Drs. Foster & Smith) August 2015 - Present
The Home Depot November 2014 - August 2015
Meijer July 2010 - 2014
ABC, INC. February 2006 - July 2010
ULTA Beauty June 2001 - February 2006
Younkers December 1999 - June 2001
Montgomery Ward June 1996 - December 1999
Montgomery Ward March 1995 - June 1996
EVVCO CORPORATION January 1994 - March 1995
Evvco January 1990 - January 1994
Skills
Leadership, Inventory Management, Retail, Merchandising, Store Management, Vendor Management, Merchandise Planning, Management, Supply Chain Management, CPFR, Apparel, Inventory Control, Supply Chain, E-commerce, Fashion, Marketing Strategy, Project Planning, Pricing, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Management, Profit, Sales, Demand Planning, Negotiation, Trend Analysis, Assortment, Income Statement, Purchasing, Customer Experience, Change Management, P&L Management, Forecasting, Marketing, Retail Sales, Visual Merchandising, Recruiting, Team Management, Procurement, Multi-channel Retail, Sourcing, Driving Results, Competitive Analysis, Sales Operations, Global Sourcing, Customer Satisfaction, JDA, Private Label, P&L, Strategic Planning, Strategy
Education
College of DuPage 1977 — 1978
Business
Glenbard East High
Business
Duval County Public Schools May 2013 - Present
Kelly Educational Staffing August 2012 - April 2013
Jacksonville Jewish Center Preschool August 2011 - June 2012
UNF Child Development Research Center August 2007 - April 2011
Duval County Public Schools December 2004 - May 2007
UNF Child Development Center May 2003 - December 2003
Happy Acres Ranch August 2000 - February 2002
American Eagle Outfitters June 2000 - August 2000
Montgomery Ward June 1999 - June 2000
Small Business Group June 1997 - June 1999
Skills
Attention To Detail, Organizer, Writing, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Filing, Budgets, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Teaching, Classroom, Early Childhood..., Lesson Planning, Elementary Education, Classroom Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Differentiated..., Behavior Management, Teaching Reading, Mathematics Education, Science Education, RTI, Common Core State..., Social Studies, Integrating Technology..., Guided Reading, Balanced Literacy, Reading Intervention, Kindergarten, Language Arts, Parent-Teacher..., Cooperative Learning, Classroom Assessment, ELL, English Language..., DIBELS, Data Driven Instruction, Critical Thinking, Educational Technology, Organizational..., Tutoring, Childcare, Early Childhood Literacy, Literacy, Parent Communication, Student-Centered..., Multiple Intelligences, Time Management
Education
University of North Florida 2008 — 2012
M.Ed, Elementary Education
University of North Florida 2002 — 2004
Bachelor's, Pre-Kindergarten/Primary Education
Florida State College at Jacksonville 1999 — 2002
A.A., General Education
Montgomery Ward 1996 - 2001
The Good Guys February 1994 - September 1996
Circuit City August 1989 - February 1994
Fred Schmid April 1984 - August 1989
The Maytag Company May 1970 - April 1984
Skills
Retail Management, Merchandising, Retail, Team Building, Vendor Relations, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, P&L Management, Profit, CPFR, Sales Operations, Logistics, P&L, Pricing, Inventory Management, Product Marketing, Operations Management, New Business Development, Assortment, Income Statement, Competitive Analysis, Forecasting, Supply Chain, E-commerce, Leadership, Purchasing, Store Operations, Sourcing, Sales, Hiring, Customer Satisfaction, Multi-channel Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Loss Prevention, Merchandise Planning, Team Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Budgets, Customer Service, Account Management, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Vendors, Retail Sales, Sales Management, Driving Results, Management, Negotiation
Education
Drake University 1970 — 1972
MBA, Finance
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business 1966 — 1970
School District U-46 August 2007 - Present
Total Home Health November 2006 - April 2007
Office Team June 2006 - November 2006
Sedona Red Rock Jeep Tours September 2003 - May 2005
Elgin Academy (IL) July 1994 - June 2003
Handy Andy Corporation May 1987 - June 1994
Montgomery Ward May 1984 - May 1987
Skills
Excellent Communication..., Knowledgeable,..., Flexible and Meticulous, Proficient with..., Proficient with Adobe..., Intuitive..., Strong Understanding of..., Extensive Knowledge on..., Working Knowledge Using..., Exceptional..., Self-Starter and Team..., Have Experience with..., Well-Versed in PMBOK..., Completed Projects..., Networking, Data Entry, Budgets, Marketing, Microsoft Office
Education
University of Phoenix 2013 — 2015
Master’s Degree, Master of Information Systems, 3.92
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Information Technology / Business Systems Analysis, 3.80
Axia College 2010 — 2011
Associate of Arts (AA), Information Technology / Information Technology Support
Elgin Community College 1984 — 2001
Transferred Credits, Information Technology / Business Management, 3.2
Streamwood High School 1981 — 1984
High School Diploma, General
Argonne National Laboratory December 2004 - Present
Ameritech/SBC 2001 - 2004
Sitelightning, Inc. 1999 - 2001
Montgomery Ward 1991 - 1999
Skills
Software Development, Linux, Unix, Java, Databases, Software Engineering
Education
DePaul University
Master of Science, Artificial Intelligence and Distributed Computing, with Distinction
DePaul University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, with High Honors
Packers Sanitation Services, Inc. July 2014 - Present
Target November 2013 - January 2014
Ace Self Storage August 2013 - November 2013
Nassco (A General Dynamics Company) January 2003 - December 2011
El Camino Hospital October 2000 - October 2002
El Camino Hospital December 1999 - October 2000
Montgomery Ward December 1989 - April 1998
Education
Fairfax High School 1982 — 1985
Diploma, General
De Anza College
51 units toward, Art
East County Career Center
Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. December 2004 - Present
SMI December 2002 - December 2003
Garden Ridge December 2000 - December 2002
Montgomery Ward December 1996 - December 2000
Mothertime December 1993 - December 1996
Education
College for Financial Planning
CRPC, Retirement Planning
Ohio University
Cantabella Children's Chorus July 2013 - Present
Cantabella Children's Chorus August 2012 - Present
Trinity Church June 2005 - December 2005
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory October 1984 - February 1989
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory July 1983 - October 1984
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory March 1983 - June 1983
Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory (Staff Builders) March 1982 - February 1983
Montgomery Ward June 1981 - March 1982
Skills
Microsoft Word, Volunteer Management, Proofreading, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Editing, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Publisher, Bookkeeping, Budgets, Troubleshooting, Event Management, Music
Education
Greenville College 1977 — 1980
BA, Music
Greenville High School 1973 — 1977
National Gardening Association August 2004 - January 2015
Belletini Chocolates August 2002 - July 2004
Independent Lubricant Manufacturers Association August 2000 - July 2002
Parks & History Association August 1995 - July 2000
National Gallery of Art August 1987 - July 1995
Montgomery Ward August 1983 - August 1987
General Electric Corporation August 1980 - July 1982
Skills
Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Public Relations, Event Planning, Thought Leadership, Horticulture, Nonprofits, Garden, Marketing, Garden Design, Landscape Design, Trees, Budgets, Landscaping, Public Policy, Management, Gardening, Social Media, Leadership, Tree Planting, Advertising, Start-ups, Program Management, Irrigation, Landscape Architecture, Landscape Maintenance, Research, SEO, Community Organizing, Environmental Education, Sustainability, Grants, Volunteer Management, Cause Marketing
Education
Gordon College 1977 — 1980
BA, Economics/Psychology
Lowe's Home Improvement September 2013 - Present
City of Elko New Market January 2011 - December 2013
Burlington Coat Factory May 2012 - September 2013
New Prague Community Ed. 2008 - October 2012
Bed Bath & Beyond March 1995 - November 2011
Montgomery Ward November 1993 - March 1995
Spiegel Inc. May 1992 - November 1993
Skills
Sales, Store Management, Employee Training, Management, Profit, Merchandising, Leadership, Customer Retention, Retail, Inventory Control, Team Building, Interviews, Store Operations
Education
Northern Illinois University - College of Business 1989 — 1991
Bachelor Of Science, Business Management, Marketing Emphasis
Elgin Community College 1987 — 1989
Associate Of Science
R. KASENTER CONSULTING July 2012 - Present
EZCORP October 2010 - October 2013
EZCORP July 2003 - January 2011
STRATEGIC EXECUTIVE ACTIONS June 1999 - June 2003
MONTGOMERY WARD June 1968 - May 1999
Skills
Organizational..., Executive Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Mergers, Human Resources, Corporate Governance, Change Management, Retail, Due Diligence, Strategy, Risk Management, Business Strategy, Restructuring, Forecasting, Management, Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Performance Management, Training, Business Planning, Management Consulting, Start-ups, Leadership Development, Team Building, Succession Planning, Income Statement, Financial Analysis, Business Process..., Finance, P&L Management, Acquisition Integration, Talent Management, Budgets, Accounting, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Organizational Design, Financial Modeling, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Financial..., Coaching, Executive Coaching, Private Equity, Negotiation, Employee Relations, Vendor Management, Analysis, Financial Services
Education
University of Pittsburgh School of Law 1971 — 1974
JD, LAW
Grove City College 1964 — 1968
BA, Business & Political Science
Goodwill Water System July 2011 - Present
Holley's Antiques March 2003 - March 2012
Advance America April 2008 - October 2010
Friedman's Jewelers 2005 - 2008
Montgomery Ward April 1975 - March 1999
Education
Duke University 1976 — 1977
none, Church History
University of Louisiana at Monroe 1972 — 1976
BA, History
L Brands September 2014 - Present
Macy's Systems and Technology April 2009 - September 2014
Macy's East March 2000 - June 2009
Lord & Taylor January 1991 - December 2000
Montgomery Ward 1985 - 1990
Skills
Business Intelligence, Performance Management, Agile Methodologies, SharePoint, Inventory Management, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Sales, Retail, Software Development, Strategy, Vendor Management, Recruiting, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Executive Management, Project Planning, E-commerce, Training, Employee Training, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, POS, Business Analysis, PeopleSoft, SDLC, Analytics, Program Management, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Cross-functional Team..., Income Statement, Team Building, Forecasting, Team Leadership, Access, Process Improvement, Fashion, Marketing, IT Management, Operations Management, CRM, Management, IT Strategy, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Budgets, Visio, Social Media, Leadership Development
Education
Elmhurst College 1982 — 1984
Political Science
None January 2014 - Present
IBM July 1985 - Present
International Business Machines 1985 - Present
Combined Networks / Allnet November 1982 - July 1985
Aldens, Inc. September 1982 - October 1982
Household International January 1982 - September 1982
Montgomery Ward January 1979 - January 1982
Aldens, Inc. March 1976 - December 1978
Central States Pension Fund January 1975 - March 1976
Dean Foods March 1973 - January 1975
Education
College of DuPage 1969 — 1971
AA, Business Data Processing
Reynolds Consumer Products May 2014 - Present
Pactiv May 2012 - May 2014
Supply Technologies (India) Pvt Ltd April 2009 - May 2012
OfficeMax October 2007 - January 2009
U.S Cellular August 2002 - September 2007
The Bradford Exchange, Niles IL February 2002 - August 2002
Montgomery Ward December 1987 - December 2000
Skills
Excel, Navision, Inventory Management, Retail, Merchandising, MRP, Purchasing, Replenishment, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Vendor Relations, Supply Chain Management, Procurement, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Negotiation, SAP, Process Improvement, Logistics, Cost Reduction, Word, PowerPoint, ERP, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Analysis, Pricing, CPFR, Management, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Production Planning, Project Planning, Supply Management, Demand Planning, Sales, Strategic Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Process Scheduler, Materials Management, Distribution Center..., Software Documentation
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
College of DuPage 1983 — 1985
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
True Value Company April 2010 - Present
Chicago Theatre Community 1996 - Present
various advertising agencies June 1987 - April 2010
Self May 1987 - April 2010
Montgomery Ward 1984 - 1987
Spiegel 1979 - 1980
Skills
Editing, Advertising, Writing, Retail, Theatre, Marketing Communications, Creative Writing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Promotions, B2B, InDesign, Mac, Catalogs, Copywriting, Social Networking, Film, Online Marketing, Content Management, Art Direction, Brochures, Humor, Copy Editing, Photography, Marketing Copy, Email Marketing, Scooters, Proofreading, Public Relations, Blogging, Acting, Interviews, Graphic Design, Magazines, Common Sense, Publishing, Digital Marketing, Creative Strategy, Directing, Press Releases, Costume Design, Fashion, Content Strategy, Brand Development, Facebook, Newsletters, Direct Mail, Art, Web Content, Singing
Education
Dominican University 1974 — 1978
BA, English
University of London
York Community High School
Teleperformance, USA September 2015 - Present
Passages - Kansas City's LGBT Youth Center June 2013 - Present
Sprint July 2000 - September 2015
Montgomery Ward 1991 - 2000
S.G. Hayes and Company May 1988 - August 1991
Skills
Fraud, Forecasting, Internal Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Certified Fraud Examiner, Variance Analysis, Management, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Accounting, Risk Management, Internal Controls, Risk Assessment, Finance, Auditing, Training, Team Building
Education
Governors State University 1989 — 1991
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Fort Hays State University 1987 — 1988
Cloud County Community College 1985 — 1987
Associate
AT&T July 2008 - November 2013
AT&T July 1999 - July 2008
Electronic Data Systems February 1998 - March 1999
Pier 1 Imports January 1998 - September 1998
Montgomery Ward September 1995 - January 1998
Skills
Microsoft Office, Research, Leadership, Customer Service, Training and Development, Process Improvement, Process Management, Project Management, Events Coordination, Methods and Procedures, Team Building, Retail, Needs Assessment, Problem Solving, Call Centers, Community Outreach
Education
Georgia Southern University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Health Science (Community Health)
Innovative Mattress Solutions 2013 - 2014
Patina Solutions Group Inc. 2012 - 2013
OSP Group (OneStopPlus.com) 2010 - 2011
The Children's Museum of Cleveland 2002 - 2010
US Cotton LLC 2007 - 2009
Conroy Consulting LLC 2001 - 2007
OfficeMax, Inc. 1998 - 2001
Montgomery Ward 1995 - 1998
Skills
Leadership, Management, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Retail, Forecasting, Process Improvement, E-commerce, Business Strategy, P&L Management, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Change Management, Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Education
DePaul University
MBA, Finance and International Business
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Lincoln & Associates Real Estate LLC August 2003 - Present
Century 21 & Prudential Clark & Holm Real Estate INC 1998 - 2003
Lincoln & Associates Management Company INC 1996 - 2003
Montgomery Ward 1989 - 1998
Century 21 Homes Realty 1987 - 1997
Western Auto 1979 - 1987
Skills
Real Estate, Commercial Real Estate, Buyers, Residential Homes, Sales, Property Management, Leases, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Management, Investment Properties, Negotiation
Education
College of DuPage
Business Administration and Management, General
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
ICE Institute for Continuing Education, Inc.
Real Estate, continuing education every two years
Assurant Solutions January 2004 - Present
Snap On Tools January 1999 - December 2003
Montgomery Ward 1984 - 1998
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Strategic Planning, Accounting, Research, Negotiation, Budgets, Team Building, Public Speaking, English, Teaching, Social Media, Private Pilot, Strategy, Leadership, Underwriting, Business Development, Risk Management, New Business Development, Insurance, Account Management, Management
Education
Saint Leo University 2004 — 2006
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Eckerd College 2000 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Hudson senior high
WoodSpring Suites December 2014 - Present
Choice Hotels International October 2008 - November 2014
Choice Hotels International May 2006 - December 2008
Bulova August 2000 - November 2005
Independent Home Furnishings and Gift Sales Professional August 1996 - November 2000
Hechinger Corporation February 1995 - November 1996
Montgomery Ward February 1994 - February 1995
Certified Furniture Sales January 1986 - February 1994
Skills
Negotiation, Business Development, Purchasing, Merchandising, Sourcing, Project Management, Relationship Management, Sales Management, Hospitality, New Business Development, Hotels, Forecasting, Account Management, Sales, Training, Management, Team Building, Strategic Partnerships, Strategy, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Budgets, CRM, Pricing, Sales Operations, Retail, Market Planning, Trade Shows, Product Development, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Procurement, Brand Management, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, P&L Management
Education
University of Maryland University College 2008 — 2010
MBA
Otto-Friedrich-Universität Bamberg 1984 — 1985
foreign exchange, International Economics
Florida Southern College 1982 — 1985
BA, Economics
Merritt Athletic Clubs May 2012 - Present
Lebherze Insurance Agency January 2012 - Present
CGP Insurance Benefits January 1979 - Present
Community Foundation of Carroll County Maryland October 2005 - Present
Miss Maryland Organization 1975 - 2011
T. Rowe Price August 1997 - September 1998
Fundamentally Soccer Camp, Inc January 1983 - January 1993
T. Rowe Price April 1990 - July 1991
McDonogh School January 1978 - January 1985
Montgomery Ward January 1977 - January 1979
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Marketing, Sales, Teaching, Employee Benefits, Press Releases, Fundraising, Event Planning, Insurance, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Public Relations, Non-profits, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Program Development, Microsoft Excel, Nonprofits
Education
Frostburg State University 1973 — 1977
Bachelor of Science, Speech Communication/Theatre
Health and Life Insurance
Firestone June 2015 - Present
Comcast February 2010 - Present
IIF DATA SOLUTIONS, INC March 2008 - September 2009
Verizon Wireless August 2004 - September 2007
GATEWAY COUNTRY STORES August 1998 - April 2004
OFFICE MAX June 1996 - August 1998
Montgomery Ward January 1995 - January 1996
Silo, Inc January 1991 - January 1995
Skills
Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Access, MS Project, XP, Windows Vista, Windows 7, MS Office Suite, Back Office, Outlook, Troubleshooting, Training & Development, Customer Service, Sales Management, Data Entry, Data Analysis, Data Management, Account Management, Accounting, Annual Reports, Retention, Organizing, Product Placement
Education
DeVry University 2009 — 2013
Currently Pursuing BS Degree, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General, 4.0
Pittsburgh Technical Institute 1983 — 1985
Associate of Specialized Technology, Architectural Drafting & Design
Bernic Mgmt 2013 - Present
Tri-Rail Construction, Inc. July 2009 - Present
Guru Capital Partners October 2008 - February 2009
Millennium March 2006 - October 2008
Westfield July 2005 - September 2005
Westfield April 2003 - July 2005
Montgomery Ward January 1999 - March 2001
Skills
Project Management, Project Planning, Construction, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Business Strategy, MS Project, Microsoft Office, Construction Management, Budgets, Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Management Consulting, Process Improvement
Education
Cornell University 1996 — 2000
Computer Engineering
Family Dollar 2012 - Present
Bedford Blooms & Gifts March 2009 - September 2011
The Body Shop May 2006 - June 2008
Levi Strauss & Co. 2002 - June 2005
Women's Dockers January 1999 - January 2002
Levi Straus & Co January 1997 - January 1999
Macy's California May 1992 - January 1997
Emporium / Weinstocks August 1990 - November 1991
Emporium May 1989 - August 1990
Montgomery Ward July 1987 - May 1989
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, SAP BW, Manugistics, Inforem, Forecast X, APICS Certification..., Forecasting, Merchandising, Apparel, Fashion, Leadership, Management, Retail, Supply Chain
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 1981 — 1983
AAS, Merchandising and Buying
Ultimate Electronics General ManagerThe Maytag StoreNovember 2005 - May 2009
Kohls May 2003 - November 2005
Sears, Roebuck and Co. April 2002 - May 2003
Robinson May Department Stores October 2001 - April 2002
House 2 Home March 2001 - October 2001
Montgomery Ward March 1993 - March 2001
Education
Glendale Community College 1981 — 1983
None, Business & Psychology
Cypher Consulting Resources January 2002 - Present
Equine Sports Professionals April 1999 - June 2009
British Shoe International April 1993 - April 1994
Montgomery Ward January 1991 - February 1993
KSA 1982 - 1991
General Motors 1977 - 1980
Skills
Change Management, Business Process, IT Strategy, Business Process..., Coaching, 360 Feedback, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Management Consulting, Business Transformation, Performance Management, Turn-around Situations, Start-ups, Telecommunications, Cross-functional Team..., Business Analysis, Business Strategy, Sourcing, Process Engineering, Project Management, Management, Project Planning, Program Management, Manufacturing, Strategy, Organizational Design, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Governance, Business Planning, Leadership, Strategic Consulting, Performance Improvement, Business Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Outsourcing, Operational Excellence, Business Process..., ERP, Organizational..., Balanced Scorecard, Business Intelligence, Executive Management, Team Building, Restructuring, International Business, Manufacturing Leadership, Global Manufacturing, Capability Building, Analysis
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology 1980 — 1981
BSIM
Kettering University 1977 — 1980
LL Training and Consultant Group, LLC May 2008 - Present
LossBusters 2008 - Present
McDonald's Corporation 1998 - 2008
YUMBrands January 1994 - December 1998
JByrons January 1985 - March 1990
T. G. & Y. February 1984 - December 1984
Montgomery Ward 1980 - 1984
Skills
Restaurants, Risk Management, Risk Mitigation, Investigations, P&L, Loss Prevention, Income Statement, Private Investigations, Security, Physical Security, Training, Crisis Management, Security Management, Background Checks, Team Building, Investigation, Asset Protection, Emergency Management, First Aid, Interviews, Employee Training, Corporate Security, Security Operations, Customer Service, Workplace Violence, Internal Investigations, Security Training, Leadership, Surveillance, Risk Assessment, Access Control, Retail, Interrogation Techniques, Enforcement, CCTV, Program Management, Supervisory Skills, Executive Protection, Profit, Recruiting, Time Management, Strategy, Coaching, Franchise Consulting, Firearms, Hiring, Franchising, Counterterrorism, Criminal Justice, Policy
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1972 — 1974
BA, Criminology
HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College 1970 — 1972
AA, Police Management
Mutual Trust January 2008 - Present
Mutual Trust Financial June 2004 - Present
Mutual Trust June 2004 - Present
MAXIMUS February 1998 - January 2004
MAXIMUS February 1998 - January 2004
Budget Car Rental June 1994 - January 1998
Montgomery Ward October 1989 - June 1994
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1990 — 2007
BA, Liberal Arts
Columbia College
BFA, Fashion Design
HRD Resources LLC February 2012 - Present
Lowe's Home Improvement May 2003 - May 2010
Service Merchandise September 1989 - April 2001
Montgomery Ward 1980 - 1988
Skills
Employee Relations, Workforce Planning, Organizational..., Change Management, Leadership Development, Employee Engagement, Benefits Administration, Recruiting, FMLA, Onboarding, Human Resources, Union Avoidance, Employee Training, Legal Compliance, Succession Planning, Talent Management, Labor Relations, HR Policies, Performance Management, HR Consulting, Training, New Hire Orientations, Management, Leadership, Policy, Interviews, Personnel Management, HRIS, Employee Benefits, Applicant Tracking..., Deferred Compensation, Talent Acquisition, Coaching, Hiring, College Recruiting, EEO, Strategy, Employment Law, Temporary Placement, Organizational Design, Payroll, Job Descriptions, Affirmative Action, SPHR, Compensation & Benefit, PeopleSoft, Conflict Resolution, Organizational..., FLSA, Performance Appraisal
Education
Goshen College 1971 — 1974
BA, Social Work and Psychology
SchoolMessenger 2009 - Present
Monsanto September 2009 - November 2009
Latin-Pak Direct Marketing May 2009 - September 2009
Places for People April 2009 - May 2009
Graphic World 1999 - 2009
ABS Graphics 1997 - 1999
Leo Burnett Advertising 1997 - 1997
Montgomery Ward 1991 - 1997
Skills
Advertising, SEO, Social Media, Lead Generation, Customer Service, Newsletters, CRM, Account Management, Marketing, Creative Direction, Sales, Leadership, Management, Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Strategy, Start-ups, Sales Management, Event Planning, Sales Operations, Publishing, Content Strategy
Education
Elmhurst College
BA cum laude, Communications / Advertising / Art
doTerra February 2013 - Present
Zucca & Daughters & Sons Roofing Co., Inc. January 1999 - Present
Zucca & Daughters & Sons Roofing Co., Inc. January 1999 - Present
Realty Executives March 2003 - June 2006
Reece & Nichols Realtors May 1995 - March 2003
Claire's Accessories August 1992 - May 1995
Montgomery Ward March 1989 - August 1992
Dillards dept store 1987 - 1989
Macys 1977 - 1987
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Customer Service, Word, Customer Relations, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Negotiation, Microsoft Word, Contract Negotiation, Construction, Budgets, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Real Estate, Residential Homes, Sales, Sales Management, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Sellers
Education
Graceland University 1979 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business/Marketing
Blue Springs High School 1975 — 1979
ExxonMobil Iraq Services Ltd. September 2014 - Present
ExxonMobil January 2013 - September 2014
Currently Retired May 2012 - January 2013
ExxonMobil January 2010 - May 2012
ExxonMobil January 2007 - August 2010
ExxonMobil January 2004 - December 2006
ExxonMobil May 1999 - December 2003
Mobil Oil Corporation 1996 - 1999
Mobil Oil 1988 - 1990
Montgomery Ward 1983 - 1988
Skills
Procurement, Strategic Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Upstream, Supply Chain Management, Petroleum, Supply Chain, Oil/Gas, Supply Management, SAP, Purchasing, Sourcing, Contract Management, Materials Management, Gas, Vendor Management, Spend Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Logistics, Management, Negotiation, Materials, Cross-functional Team..., LNG, Operations Management, Change Management, Project Planning, Process Improvement, Energy Industry, Supply, Supervisory Skills, Energy, Engineering, Cost Control, Petrochemical, Warehousing, Ariba, Refining, Business Process..., Process Engineering, Transportation, EPC, E-procurement, Downstream Oil & Gas, Forecasting, Analysis, Pipelines, Six Sigma, Supply Chain..., Project Control
Education
Dominican University 1980 — 1981
Business
Elmhurst College 1975 — 1979
BS, Business
Morton East 1961 — 1965
Arizona Department of Economic Security - RSA January 2015 - Present
EEP Consulting January 2012 - December 2014
. March 2009 - April 2012
Appliance Factory Outlet March 2001 - November 2008
Montgomery Ward October 1996 - March 2001
Water Purification International September 1995 - September 1996
Radio Shack 1979 - 1992
Skills
Retail, Purchasing, Consulting, Team Building, Team Leadership, Organizational..., Staff Development, Income Statement, Policies and Procedures..., Customer Service, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Insight, Analysis, Sales, Program Management, Coaching, Sales Management, Store Management, Leadership Development, Pricing, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Merchandising, Account Management, Marketing, Training, Sales Operations, New Business Development, P&L, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Selling, Profit, P&L Management, Budgets, Operations Management, Customer Retention, Public Speaking
Education
Colorado State University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration/Management
MOHELA July 2004 - Present
American Student Assistance 2002 - 2004
Sallie Mae 2000 - 2001
USA Group Guarantee Services 1999 - 2000
USA Group 1997 - 1998
USA Funds 1995 - 1997
United Student Aid Funds 1990 - 1995
University of Central Florida 1983 - 1990
Montgomery Ward 1978 - 1982
Walt Disney World 1976 - 1977
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Public Relations, E-commerce, New Business Development, Team Building, Public Speaking, Business Development, Leadership, Salesforce.com, Management, Strategic Partnerships, Training, Sales Management, Nonprofits, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Selling, Account Management, Entrepreneurship, Sales Operations, Marketing Strategy, Time Management, Project Management, Team Leadership, Sales Process, Customer Retention, Financial Analysis, Customer Service..., Call Centers, Budgets
Education
University of Central Florida - College of Business Administration 1982 — 1988
BSBA - Psychology Minor
Eastern Florida State College 1979 — 1981
AA
Cocoa High School 1975 — 1979
Diploma
CPointe Associates July 1996 - Present
Coldwell Banker - Powered by Zip April 2011 - Present
HomCheck January 2014 - Present
Vineyard Visits May 2011 - Present
The Original Key West Cigar Factory September 2007 - Present
Merisel, Inc 1999 - 2000
Computer City/Communication Expo 1996 - 1998
Software Etc. - Gamestop 1989 - 1996
Zale 1986 - 1989
Montgomery Ward 1984 - 1986
Skills
Sales Management, Marketing, E-commerce, Recruiting, Human Resources, Real Estate, Retail, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Merchandising, New Business Development, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Coaching, Negotiation, Succession Planning, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Leadership, Management, Strategy, Start-ups, CRM, Business Development, Account Management, Business Planning, Social Media, Training, Selling, Customer Satisfaction, Project Planning, P&L Management, Product Management, Analysis, Pricing, Contract Negotiation, Customer Retention, Business Strategy, Direct Sales, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership Development, Income Statement, Sales Operations, Profit, Lead Generation, Sales Process, B2B
Education
Drake University 1973 — 1982
Bus Mgmt, Human Resources
Kennedy High School 1970 — 1973
Alliance Francaise de Chicago August 2003 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago 1996 - 2003
EM Normandie 1995 - 1996
EM Normandie 1995 - 1996
Saks Fifth Avenue July 1992 - May 1994
Mallards 1987 - 1992
Montgomery Ward 1980 - 1986
Skills
Non-profits, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Public Relations, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Research, English, Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Spanish, Community Development, Community Outreach, International Relations, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, French, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Social Media, Program Development, Staff Development, Strategic Communications, Leadership, Blogging, Press Releases, Public Policy, Not for Profit, Stewardship, Microsoft Office, Philanthropy, Organizational..., Marketing, Strategy, Editing, Higher Education, Policy Analysis, Project Management, Newsletters, Proofreading, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Grant Writing, Grants, Media Relations, Management
Education
Ecole de Management de Normandie 1995 — 1996
Mastere, Marketing
University of Illinois at Chicago 1994 — 1996
MBA, Marketing and Strategy
Indiana University Bloomington 1972 — 1976
BA, History and French
Université des Sciences Humaines, Strasbourg, France 1974 — 1975
Certificat, History
Stepan Company October 1979 - Present
Montgomery Ward July 1977 - October 1979
Montgomery Ward July 1976 - July 1977
Skills
Succession Planning, Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Labor Relations, HRIS, Onboarding, Employee Engagement, Workforce Planning
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 1984 — 1986
MBA, Human Resources
University of Notre Dame 1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
South Bend LaSalle High School 1967 — 1971
High School Degree, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
St. John the Baptist Grade School 1959 — 1967
Elementary School
Drake Realty June 2014 - Present
FedEx Office March 2006 - October 2012
Blockbuster 2002 - 2005
Blockbuster 1996 - 2002
Montgomery Ward 1979 - 1995
Skills
Leadership, Loss Prevention, Retail, Physical Security, Security, Training, Private Investigations, Sales Management, CCTV, Store Management, Operations Management, Asset Protection, Coaching, Team Building, Profit, Customer Service, Management, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Employee Training, Contract Negotiation, Logistics, Shrinkage, Fraud, Employee Relations, Security Audits, Internal Investigations, Supervisory Skills, Surveillance, Customer Retention, Team Leadership, Performance Management, P&L, Background Checks, Inventory Control, Investigation, Interviews, Access Control
Education
Florida State University 1972 — 1974
Gallagher Bassett July 2000 - Present
Helbent Productions January 1996 - Present
Life2Orphans January 2005 - December 2009
Arthur Andersen 1993 - 2000
Montgomery Ward May 1984 - May 1988
Skills
SDLC, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Insurance, Analysis, SQL, Project Management, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, Marketing, Data Analysis, Business Process..., SharePoint, COBOL, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Office
Education
DePaul University 1991 — 1992
CCP, Information Systems
University of Illinois at Chicago 1980 — 1983
MBA, Management Information Systems
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1973 — 1977
BA, US & Latin American History
UNO's Chicago Grill December 2011 - Present
Friendly's November 2007 - October 2011
Trader Joe's East 1996 - 2005
Caldor 1994 - 1996
Pace Membership Warehouse 1990 - 1994
BJ,s Wholesale Club 1984 - 1990
Montgomery Ward August 1968 - June 1984
Robertsons Department Stores 1982 - 1984
Skills
Management, Business Strategy, Sales, Start-ups, Training, Leadership, Time Management, Human Resources, Inventory Management, Retail, Customer Service, Team Building, Merchandising, Strategic Planning, Logistics, Accounting
Education
Framingham State University 2004 — 2007
MBA, Business Administration
Western Illinois University 1968 — 1972
BBA, Business Administration
Macomb High School
Macomb High School
ATT April 2001 - Present
Montgomery Ward September 1996 - December 2000
Handleman Company 1984 - 1996
Education
DePaul University 1979 — 1983
B.A., Communications
Gordon Tech High School 1975 — 1979
Follett Higher Education Group July 2013 - Present
Reserve Management Group September 2010 - Present
Petsmart 2001 - 2010
Montgomery Ward 1998 - 2001
Montgomery Ward 1996 - 1998
Skills
Deferred Compensation, Succession Planning, Human Resources, Leadership, HRIS, Coaching, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Payroll, Policy, Personnel Management, Retail, Management, Talent Management, Onboarding
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1985 — 1989
Harpo September 2011 - Present
Harpo December 2004 - September 2011
NCCI April 2003 - October 2004
Storage Access June 2001 - July 2002
Montgomery Ward October 1999 - April 2001
Skills
Storage Area Networks, Security, Troubleshooting, Management, Servers, Project Management, Cloud Computing, SharePoint, Storage, Photoshop, Broadcast, Infrastructure, Networking, Microsoft SQL Server, Video Production, Leadership, Lotus Notes, Cluster, Business Analysis, Testing, Strategic Planning, Social Media, CRM
Education
Florida Atlantic University
Bachelor of Business Administration, Finance
DryDock Footwear representing Aravon, Dunham and Cobb Hill January 2012 - Present
Born Footwear September 2000 - October 2006
Bugle Boy Industries January 1997 - January 2000
Montgomery Ward January 1996 - January 1997
Wards 1996 - 1997
Carson Pirie Scott ~Shoe Dept January 1992 - January 1996
Skills
Wholesale, Buying, Footwear, Merchandising, Fashion, Apparel
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 1988 — 1990
Associate, Applied Science/Merchandise Marketing
MACH ART inc. September 1985 - Present
Chef @ My Private Chef inc. October 2005 - Present
Publicis Advertising/ARC Worldwide/Frankel 1999 - 2005
montgomery ward 1996 - 1999
Now Comics/Caputo Publishing 1989 - 1990
Skills
Art Direction, Creative Direction, Logo Design, Graphic Design, Advertising, Brochures, Corporate Branding, Graphics, Direct Mail, Concept Development, Art, Creative Strategy, InDesign, Image Manipulation, Illustration, Packaging, Typography, Photography, Posters, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Web Design, Catalogs, Corporate Identity, Integrated Marketing, Pre-press, Adobe Creative Suite, Marketing Communications, Branding & Identity, Banners, Direct Marketing, Illustrator, Interactive Advertising, Layout, Mac, Outdoor Advertising, Visual Communication, Digital Photography, Concept Design, Photoshop, Creative Services, Flyers, Vector Illustration, Mixed Media, Print, Promotions, Vegetarian Cooking, Acrylic, Acrylic Painting, Food Styling
Education
Institute for Integrative Nutrition 2013 — 2014
Certification, Holistic Health/Nutrition
Columbia College Chicago 1983 — 1985
B.A., Advertising, Graphic Arts
kankakee community college 1981 — 1983
B.A., Art
Westview High School 1980 — 1981
HSD
Oak Park Residence Co July 2003 - Present
White Hen Pantry January 2003 - July 2003
Clark Retail Enterprises July 1995 - July 2003
Montgomery Ward 1994 - 1994
WONX Radio July 1992 - December 1993
Naperville YMCA August 1986 - January 1993
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1991 — 1992
BA Communications, Radio Broadcasting
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1988 — 1990
Math, LAS
College of DuPage 1986 — 1988
Accounting, Business, LAS
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction 2011 - Present
Department of Public Instruction, Resources for Libraries and Life Long Learning 2006 - 2011
University of Chicago Graduate School of Business July 2002 - September 2006
LexisNexis 1999 - 2002
The Signature Group March 1997 - January 1999
Montgomery Ward 1994 - 1997
LaGrange Park Public Library 1992 - 1993
Forest Park Public Library 1979 - 1981
Stickney Forest View Public Library 1976 - 1977
Skills
Higher Education, Community Outreach, Library
Education
Dominican University 1978 — 1979
Master of Library & Information Science (MLIS)
University of Illinois at Chicago 1976 — 1978
B.A., American History, English Literature
Washington University in St. Louis 1974 — 1976
English Literature, American History
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. February 2015 - Present
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. August 2004 - Present
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. May 2001 - August 2004
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. April 1999 - May 2001
Edison Brothers Stores September 1997 - April 1999
Montgomery Ward February 1997 - September 1997
Limited Brands November 1994 - February 1997
Kmart Corporation November 1991 - November 1994
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Retail, Leadership, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Driving Results, Store Operations, Sales, New Store Openings, Profit, Multi-unit, Retail Sales
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1987 — 1991
B.A., Arts and Sciences, Public Relations/Communication
MGH, Inc. 1997 - Present
The Daily Times 1991 - 1997
Montgomery Ward 1986 - 1991
Hutzler's 1984 - 1986
Education
Notre Dame of Maryland University 1983 — 1984
BA, Communication Arts
Duquesne University 1980 — 1983
Business
One Call Care Management January 2015 - Present
Align Networks July 2014 - Present
Align Networks November 2012 - Present
Universal SmartComp May 2009 - Present
Allegis Group/Aerotek August 2007 - April 2009
RAS Industries March 2006 - June 2007
Wal-Mart April 2002 - September 2003
Rite Aid August 2001 - March 2002
Montgomery Ward July 1999 - February 2001
Skills
Microsoft Office, HRIS, Employee Relations, Onboarding, Administrative Support, PeopleSoft, Payroll, Outlook, Administration, Data Entry, Word, Payroll Processing, PowerPoint, Access, hr policies, employee benefits, paychex, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Administrative..., HR Policies, Workers Compensation, Recruiting, Management
Education
Douglas 2004 — 2006
Associate's Degree, Business Administration
Ringgold High School 1996 — 1999
Diploma, General Studies
Douglas Education Center
Associates Degree, Specialized Business, Business Administration
VanderStoep-Karraker Ltd January 1999 - Present
Amy&Joan Writers at Vander Stoep-Karraker ltd January 1999 - Present
CMI Business Communications December 1990 - January 1999
Montgomery Ward August 1985 - November 1990
Skills
Annual Reports, Press Releases, Newsletters, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Media Relations, SEO, Social Media, Email Marketing, Corporate Communications, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Online Marketing, Fundraising, Magazines, Strategic Communications, Video, Marketing, Editing, Proposal Writing, B2B, Internal Communications, Training, Publicity, Content Strategy, Public Speaking, Blogging, Publishing, Social Networking, Content Development, Copy Editing
Education
Dominican University 1968 — 1969
Masters, Printmaking and Art History
Knox College
BA cum laude, Art and Art History
EY October 2013 - Present
EY September 2010 - October 2013
Global Analytics January 2009 - September 2010
Forest Resources LLC March 2008 - January 2009
Forest Resources LLC June 2007 - November 2007
IBM February 2006 - June 2007
Majestic Star Casino September 2004 - February 2006
Cerestar USA Inc August 1999 - June 2002
Montgomery Ward 1995 - 1998
Skills
Financial Reporting, Consolidation, Accounting, Financial Analysis, SAP BPC, EPM, General Ledger, Business Process..., Financial Accounting, Account Reconciliation, Management Consulting, Microsoft Excel, Financial Statements, Variance Analysis, Financial Modeling, Business Analysis, Process Improvement
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 2001 — 2003
MBA, Management Information Systems
Purdue University - Krannert School of Management 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
First Independence Bank November 2011 - Present
Flagstar Bank June 2008 - November 2011
LaSalle Bank / Bank of America April 2007 - April 2008
LaSalle Bank September 2002 - March 2007
Standard Federal Bank July 1995 - September 2002
Montgomery Ward January 1990 - May 1995
Skills
Fraud Investigations, Mortgage, Mortgage Lending, Fraud Prevention, Fraud, Certified Community..., Loans, Financial Risk, Investigation, Loss Prevention, Internal Audit, AML, Risk Assessment, Banking, Auditing, Risk Management, Security, Finance, Management, Leadership, Private Investigations, Bank Secrecy Act, Training, Physical Security, Security Audits, Credit, Vendor Management, Enterprise Risk..., Credit Cards, Retail Banking, Surveillance, Anti Money Laundering
Education
U.S. Drug Enforcement Administration Civilian Academy 2013 — 2013
Graduate
ICBA-Bank Security Institute 2012 — 2012
Certified Community Bank Security Officer
John E. Reid and Associates 2003 — 2003
Certification
Davenport University 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Business Administration
Macomb Community College 1991 — 1994
Associate of Applied Science
Desoto County Schools August 2014 - Present
Chicago Public Schools Dewey Elementary Academy of Fine Arts August 2012 - August 2013
CPS: ITS Technology Education March 2009 - August 2012
Chicago Public Schools John C. Haines School January 1991 - March 2009
Montgomery Ward January 1989 - January 1990
Sizes Unlimited January 1988 - January 1989
Skills
Instructional Design, Instructional Technology, Customer Service, Educational Technology, E-Learning, Management, Technology Integration, Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Staff Development, Classroom, Adult Education
Education
National Lewis University 2006 — 2010
Technology in Education Certificate of Advanced Study, Educational/Instructional Technology
DePaul University 1994 — 2001
Master of Elementary Education,, Elementary Education and Teaching
Dominican University (Rosary College) 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts, Fashion Merchandising
Norwegian American Hospital October 2009 - June 2010
Wilton Brands 2002 - 2008
Montgomery Ward 1997 - 2001
Marshall Field & Company 1981 - 1994
Skills
Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Budgets, Financial Reporting, Team Building, Change Management, Risk Management, Management, Accounting, Analysis
Education
Dominican University 1976 — 1980
BA, Business Administration
Marcellus Community High School 1972 — 1976
High School Diploma, College Preparatory
Ruby Properties June 2003 - Present
Montgomery Ward 1990 - 2000
Skills
Creative Direction, QuarkXPress, Logo Design, Information Architecture, Visual Communication, Online Advertising, Graphic Design, Email Marketing, Interaction Design, Concept Development, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Branding & Identity, Dreamweaver, Art Direction, Typography, Corporate Identity
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1985 — 1989
RITE AID March 2015 - Present
Pep Boys January 2007 - September 2014
Pep Boys August 2005 - January 2007
Pep Boys December 1996 - August 2005
Montgomery Ward July 1992 - December 1996
Safeway September 1989 - July 1992
Skills
Asset Protection, Loss Prevention, Internal Investigations, Interrogation, Inventory Control, Store Management, Physical Security, Private Investigations, CCTV, Fraud, Multi-Unit Management, Wicklander-Zulawski..., Enforcement, Associate Development, Interviews, Inventory Management, Planograms, Profit, Income Statement, Shrinkage, Team Building, District Management, Security Management, Multi-unit, Retail, POS, Security Training, Surveillance, Workplace Violence, Background Checks, Security Operations, Leadership, Hiring, Merchandising, Protection, Driving Results, Investigation, Police, Organized Retail Crime, Store Operations, Interrogation Techniques, Big Box, Executive Protection, XBR, Corporate Security, Loss Prevention..., Accountability, Access Control, New Store Openings, Retail Sales
Education
Towson University 1983 — 1986
Bachelor's Degree, Sociology with Concentrations in Corrections
Essex Community College 1981 — 1983
Associate's Degree, Criminal Justice
Stericycle January 2012 - Present
CVS Caremark 2005 - January 2012
General Electric 1999 - 2005
Favorite Brands International June 1996 - June 1999
Montgomery Ward 1992 - 1996
Fujisawa Pharmaceutical Company June 1989 - June 1992
Education
Northern Illinois University 1999 — 2002
Masters, Executive MBA - General Business
DePaul University 1986 — 1989
BSC, Accounting
SHOPKO STORES INC June 2006 - Present
SHOPKO STORES INC June 1996 - June 2006
Montgomery Ward 1994 - 1996
Hart Schaffner & Marx June 1991 - May 1994
Skills
Apparel, Fashion Design, Retail, Private Label, Product Development, Sportswear, Fashion, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Sourcing, Knitwear, Wovens, Sewing, Management, Fit, Brand Development, Team Building, Global Sourcing
Education
Dominican University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Fashion/Apparel Design
AmTrust Financial Services, Inc. (AFSI) November 2014 - Present
Independant Consultant February 2014 - October 2014
AIG October 2011 - January 2014
Sears March 2001 - October 2011
Montgomery Ward October 1998 - December 2001
Skills
Direct Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Account Management, Underwriting, Direct Mail, Leadership, Marketing, Management, Segmentation, Sales, Program Management, Strategy, Budgets, Customer Satisfaction, Competitive Analysis, CRM, Strategic Planning
Education
Cleveland State University
MBA, Marketing
Ohio University
BA, History
Sears Holdings Corporation June 2013 - Present
Clark Street Merchandising January 2009 - Present
Barrett Glick Associates August 2009 - April 2013
DMSI 2001 - September 2008
Direct Marketing Services, Inc. 2001 - 2008
OurHouse.com 2000 - 2001
Montgomery Ward 1999 - 2000
Spiegel 1987 - 1999
Spiegel Catalog 1987 - 1999
Skills
Product Development, E-commerce, Fashion, Furniture, Sales, Sales Management, Merchandising, Global Sourcing, Marketing, Leadership, Retail, Purchasing, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, Categorization, Forecasting, P&L Management, Apparel, Pricing, Profit, Private Label, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Wholesale, CPFR, Trend Analysis, Inventory Control, Sourcing
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 1989 — 1992
MBA, Marketing
Purdue University - Krannert School of Management 1980 — 1985
BS, Business
Ferguson Enterprises January 2007 - Present
Ferguson Enterprises July 2006 - January 2007
Ferguson Enterprises March 2005 - July 2006
Bray & Scarff May 1999 - March 2005
Montgomery Ward May 1988 - May 1999
Skills
Training, Product Knowledge, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Communication Skills, Merchandising, Critical Thinking, Pricing, Cold Calling, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Budgets, Coaching, Sales Process, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Needs Analysis, New Hire Orientations, Marketing, Strategic Sourcing, Payroll, B2B, Outstanding time..., High Organizational..., Direct Sales, Sales, Management, Retail, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Sales Management, Account Management, Marketing Strategy
Education
Towson University 1993 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Frederick Community College 1990 — 1993
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies
SIRVA June 2001 - Present
Montgomery Ward August 1979 - June 2001
Skills
Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Forecasting, Finance, Process Improvement, Corporate Relocation, Financial Reporting, Financial Modeling, Strategic Financial..., Financial Analysis, Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Budgets, Portfolio Management, Capital Budgeting, Accounting, Global Mobility, Cash Management, Real Estate, Risk Management, Treasury Management
Education
The University of Chicago Booth School of Business 1977 — 1979
MBA, Economics, Finance
Colby College 1973 — 1977
BA, Economics, Mathmatics
Meca International March 2004 - Present
Meca International March 2004 - January 2011
Warnaco October 1992 - March 2004
Segue Ltd. October 1990 - February 1992
Gitano August 1989 - October 1990
Montgomery Ward March 1986 - July 1989
Abraham and Straus June 1981 - April 1987
Skills
Sourcing, Apparel, Purchasing, Product Development, Visual Merchandising
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology
fashion design, Fashion Design/ Marketing/ Merchandising
Arotech Corporation VP CFOarotech2006 - Present
Montgomery Ward September 1997 - September 2000
Lord & Taylor 1990 - 1997
Kaufmann's Department Store - Division of May Department Stores 1987 - 1990
Skills
Financial Reporting
Education
Eastern Michigan University 1967 — 1972
MBA, Finance
Myrtle Beach SC July 2013 - Present
Shopko June 2010 - July 2013
Self - Employed (Special Projects) November 2009 - June 2010
Inkstop June 2006 - October 2009
Boise Office Solutions January 2004 - April 2006
OfficeMax December 2000 - December 2003
Montgomery Ward 1967 - 2000
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Leadership, Profit, Training, Coaching, Performance Management, P&L, Inventory Management, Store Management, Forecasting, P&L Management, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Consumer Electronics, Sales, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Sales Management, Management
Education
Ferris State University
Business Administartion
Global Shop Solutions May 2000 - Present
Spiegel 1995 - 1999
Spiegel 1994 - 1995
Montgomery Ward June 1992 - December 1994
Tinder Box / Barnie's Coffee & Tea January 1991 - June 1992
Skills
ERP, EDI, COBOL, Software Development, SQL, SDLC, Microsoft SQL Server, Data Conversion, Analytical Problem..., Quote Preparation, Custom Projects, Training, Customer Support, Third-Party..., Project Coordination, Leadership, System Testing, Sales Support, Long-term Customer..., Bible Study, Customer Service, Project Management, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, CRM, Management, Databases, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning
Education
Colorado State University 1987 — 1990
BS, Marketing
Chicago Public Schools February 2014 - June 2015
Cook County May 1998 - October 2010
Eastern Refrigerated Express May 1997 - May 1998
Montgomery Ward May 1995 - March 1997
Skills
Computer Literate, Accounts Payable, Administrative Support, Administration, Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Outlook, Management, Accounts Receivable, Software Documentation, Invoicing, Office Management, Policy, Sales, Payroll, Data Entry, Administrative..., Accounting, Access, Training, Leadership, PeopleSoft, Human Resources, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Team Building
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2015 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
DePaul University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Human Relations
Olive Harvey College 2011 — 2011
Business
Big Lots March 2010 - Present
Wal-Mart May 2009 - March 2010
Toys R Us May 2001 - February 2009
Montgomery Ward 1978 - 2001
Montgomery Wards 1978 - 2001
Skills
Merchandising, Sales Operations, Retail, Loss Prevention, Leadership, Big Box, Team Building, Recruiting, Management, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Multi-unit, Time Management, Profit
Education
Duquesne University 1974 — 1978
B.S., Business
Harbors Healthy Touch June 2009 - Present
Hormel Foods 1973 - 2012
Harbors Healthy Touch January 2009 - 2009
National University of Health Sciences 2006 - 2007
Eddie Bauer 1993 - 1996
Spiegel 1987 - 1993
Montgomery Ward 1975 - 1986
Montgomery Ward 1975 - 1985
Skills
Treatment, Customer Service, Event Planning, Budgeting, Customer Relations
Education
Dominican University 1973 — 1975
Efconomics
Resurrection High School 1966 — 1970
Target March 2013 - Present
HP Enterprise Services July 2011 - October 2012
HP Enterprise Services September 2008 - June 2011
EDS Group September 1992 - August 2008
Montgomery Ward March 1987 - August 1992
Skills
Cisco IOS, HP Procurve, Network Engineering, Network Administration, Network Design, Network Deployment, Cisco Network Devices, LAN-WAN, Premise Wiring, Service Delivery, Routers, WAN, VPN, Cisco Technologies, Switches, Data Center, Disaster Recovery, DHCP, Networking, Servers, ITIL, IT Operations, Firewalls, MPLS, HP, Cisco Routers, Network Architecture, Hardware, Software Documentation, DNS, Frame Relay, Infrastructure
Education
DeVry University-Illinois
Bachelor's degree, Management Information Systems, General
Allstate June 2001 - Present
Truserve August 1998 - 2001
Montgomery Ward July 1990 - August 1997
First Chicago NBD 1970 - 1990
First Chicago 1970 - 1990
Education
DePaul University 1980 — 1983
BS, Computer Science
Charles Schwab 1997 - Present
BPLW Architects 1996 - 1997
Walsh Bros. Office Environments 1996 - 1997
Montgomery Ward 1989 - 1996
Education
Northern Illinois University 1986 — 1988
BFA, Interior Design
Kent State University 1983 — 1986
Art History / Architecture
Cleveland Institute of Art 1977 — 1978
BFA, Design
Big Lots November 2005 - June 2013
Initiative September 2001 - October 2005
Montgomery Ward September 1994 - January 2000
Skills
Public Relations, P&L Management, Marketing Communications, Cross-functional Team..., Direct Marketing, Leadership, Visual Merchandising, Competitive Analysis, Packaging, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Marketing, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Merchandising, Retail, E-commerce, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Product Development, Social Media Marketing, Income Statement, Customer Insight, Email Marketing, Television, Market Planning, Brand Management, Online Marketing, Analytics, B2B, CRM, Creative Direction, Direct Mail, Interactive Marketing, Lead Generation, Market Research, Marketing Management, Marketing Research, Media Buying, Media Planning, Online Advertising, P, Product Marketing, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Segmentation, Strategic Partnerships
Education
Colorado State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Cracker Barrel December 2010 - Present
Filene's Basement/Retail Ventures January 2000 - Present
Filene's Basement 2000 - Present
DSW Inc 1999 - 2003
Pep Boys 1992 - 1999
TJ Maxx 1989 - 1992
Best Products 1986 - 1989
Montgomery Ward 1974 - 1986
Skills
Internal Investigations, Loss Prevention, Asset Protection, Shrinkage, Wicklander-Zulawski..., Organized Retail Crime, Inventory Management, Private Investigations, Store Operations, Training, New Store Openings, Retail, Alarm Systems, Surveillance, Inventory Control, Security Management, Physical Security, Store Management, CCTV, Security, Interrogation Techniques
Education
Duke University 1972 — 1974
Sociology & Economic Studies
Macy's March 2005 - Present
Parisian January 1998 - January 2002
Parisian August 1995 - December 1997
Montgomery Ward 1993 - August 1995
Gayfer's November 1985 - 1993
Skills
Trend Analysis, Recruiting, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Fashion, Inventory Management, Retail
Education
Columbus State University
Marketing
Wells Fargo January 2010 - Present
Wells Fargo Merchant Payment Solutions January 2010 - January 2012
Wells Fargo January 2009 - December 2010
Wells Fargo February 2002 - October 2003
TNTS Frozen Yogurt April 1999 - April 2002
Montgomery Ward August 1978 - May 1999
Skills
Credit, Small Business Lending, Credit Analysis, Banking, Mortgage Lending, Credit Cards, Loans, Merchant Services, Commercial Banking, Relationship Management, Sales, Consumer Lending, Cross Selling, Portfolio Management, Payments, Loan Origination, Commercial Lending, Retail Banking, Financial Services, Customer Service, Management, Leadership, Sales Management, Marketing, Risk Management
Education
El Camino College 1979 — 1981
Broadcast Journalism
college 1979 — 1981
Toys"R"Us, Inc. July 2014 - Present
G&P Land July 2013 - March 2014
Sewell Automotive Companies August 2012 - July 2013
Coors/Glaszier June 2012 - August 2012
Toys R Us December 2009 - November 2011
Hilliard Real Estate / Hilliard Energy July 2007 - August 2009
lowes 2005 - 2007
Target January 1999 - October 2005
Montgomery Ward 1994 - 1999
Wal-Mart 1992 - 1994
Skills
Real Estate, Retail, Management, Customer Service, Team Building, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Negotiation, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management, Income Statement, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Operations Management, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Business Planning, New Business Development, PowerPoint, Selling, Inventory Management, Profit, Training, Forecasting, Sales Operations, Recruiting, Purchasing, P&L, Account Management, P&L Management, Customer Retention, Inventory Control, Sales Process, Cold Calling
Education
Eastern New Mexico University 1979 — 1984
BBA, major in Marketing and minor in Finance
River Road High School.
Pandora October 2011 - Present
Lane Home Furnishings 2008 - 2010
LHF of Nevada, Inc. (dba Lane Home Furnishings) 2004 - 2008
Dan River Inc. 1993 - 1996
Montgomery Ward 1984 - 1993
Foxmoor (Division of Melville Corp.) 1977 - 1984
Education
College of DuPage
Associate in Arts, Marketing/Management
Ingredion Incorporated July 2010 - Present
Utility Concrete Products LLC June 2001 - December 2008
Uniforms To You/Cintas August 1999 - May 2001
Montgomery Ward September 1996 - February 1999
Evans November 1995 - September 1996
REI, Inc October 1992 - October 1995
Skills
Purchasing, Forecasting, Negotiation, Process Improvement, Manufacturing, Contract Management, Analysis, Inventory Management, Pricing, Sales, Materials Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Retail, Purchase Management, Purchasing Negotiation, Trade Shows, Research, Continuous Improvement, Yellow Belt, Lean Six Sigma
Education
ISM-Institute for Supply Management 2013 — 2014
CPSM-Certified Professional in Supply Management
Eastern Illinois University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor, Science, Business Administration
US SOCCER FEDERATION Inc. June 2000 - May 2009
FINANCIAL TEMPS July 1999 - June 2000
MONTGOMERY WARD August 1996 - April 1999
NETSTAR-1 GOVERNMENT SERVICES Inc January 1991 - January 1996
LAKE SHORE NATIONAL BANK January 1980 - January 1990
Skills
Financial Analysis
Education
Loyola University Chicago
Masters of Business Administration
DePaul University
Bachelor of Science
Havertys January 2014 - Present
Havertys Furniture December 2004 - Present
Value City Furniture February 2003 - November 2004
Routzhans Furniture August 2002 - February 2003
Kohls Department Store August 2001 - August 2002
Montgomery Ward May 1989 - April 2001
Skills
Store Management, Training, Sales, Retail, Sales Management, Customer Service, Merchandising, Team Building, Inventory Management, Sales Operations, Management, Inventory Control
Education
George Mason University
James Wood High School
Lord Fairfax Community College
CVS Health March 2015 - Present
CVS Health August 2014 - March 2015
CVS Caremark Corporation October 2012 - July 2014
CVS Caremark Corporation March 2011 - November 2012
CVS Caremark Corporation December 2008 - February 2011
CVS Caremark Corporation 1999 - December 2008
Venture 1996 - 1998
Montgomery Ward 1993 - 1998
F.W. Woolworth Corporation 1988 - 1993
Skills
HIPAA, PBM, SDLC, DB2, Application Development, SQL, Troubleshooting, Capital Budgeting, Resource Management, Resource Development, IT Management, Project Portfolio..., Cross-functional Team..., Integration, IT Strategy, Process Improvement, Software Development, Pharmacy Benefit..., Testing, Software Documentation, Quality Assurance, Business Analysis
Education
DePaul University 1998 — 1999
Northwest Missouri State University 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Science
Simpson College 1983 — 1985
Garden Grove United Methodist Church March 2010 - Present
Pastamia June 2011 - December 2011
Northrop Grumman August 1996 - July 2009
Linens 'N Things April 1995 - July 1996
Montgomery Ward February 1991 - November 1993
Skills
Manufacturing, Troubleshooting, Electronics, Training, Logistics
Education
El Camino College
AA
Lennox High School
Belk July 2011 - Present
Macy's October 2002 - February 2011
jacobson stores May 2002 - September 2002
Gap Inc. May 1999 - May 2002
Dillards dept store June 1996 - May 1999
Montgomery Ward August 1994 - June 1996
Mcrae's Department Stores March 1993 - August 1994
Hess's Department Stores October 1986 - March 1993
Skills
Management, Operations Management, Sales Management, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Profit, Time Management, Customer Experience, Cross-functional Team...
Education
East Tennessee State University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science, Engineering Technology
American Girl Brands LLC August 1997 - Present
W.B. Doner August 1991 - 1993
Montgomery Ward August 1988 - February 1991
AAA Michigan 1986 - 1988
Education
Eastern Michigan University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
Wayne State University
MBA, Marketing
Oakland University
Paralegal Certificate
Syms Clothing November 2004 - December 2011
Marshalls March 2001 - December 2004
Syms Clothing March 2001 - November 2004
Marshalls, Suburban Chicago March 2001 - November 2004
Montgomery Ward March 1990 - March 2001
Montgomery Ward 1990 - 2000
H.H. Gregg Appliances June 1985 - March 1990
Skills
Operations Management, Management, Retail, Merchandising, Customer Service, Process Scheduler, Sales, Human Resources, Distribution Center..., Store Management, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Store Operations, Inventory Management
Education
Franklin College 1966 — 1970
ba, Sociology
Franklin College of Indiana
PAYCHEX, INC July 2001 - Present
Montgomery Ward April 1982 - March 2001
Sears, Roebuck and Co. January 1965 - January 1971
Education
Fresno City College 1964 — 1966
Home Ec
Central Union High School 1961 — 1964
high school
Presque Isle County Rogers City Airport March 1996 - Present
Michigan State Police February 1987 - Present
United States Air Force January 1982 - 2001
Montgomery Ward February 1986 - February 1987
Skills
Criminal Investigations, Private Pilot, Traffic Investigations, Management, Investigation, Security, Police, Criminal Law, Loss Prevention, Community Policing, Emergency Management, Government, Law Enforcement..., Weapons, Firearms, Incident Command, Military, Crisis Management
Education
Community College of the Air Force 1982 — 1986
Associate's degree, Industrial Securtiy
Northern Michigan University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor's degree, Security Administration
McQuade Byrum PLLC December 2012 - Present
Independent Agent for The Washington Post July 2009 - September 2012
The Washington Post February 1987 - July 2009
The Washington Post March 1985 - February 1987
The Washington Post May 1986 - November 1986
Finley, Kumble, Wagner, et al. June 1983 - March 1985
Macleay, Lynch, Bernhard, Gregg & Attridge February 1980 - June 1983
George Washington University: Dept of Computer Science November 1978 - February 1980
Larsen, Taylor & Hines May 1976 - November 1978
Montgomery Ward June 1973 - May 1976
Skills
Organization, Look At Challenges As..., Multi-tasking..., Rapid Learning, Social Learning, Self-motivated Team..., Exceptional People..., Keen Listener, Dependable Team Player, Positive Personality, Organized Multi-tasker, Pay Close Attention to..., Works well in a team, Work Independently with..., Great communications..., Computer-literate..., Interviews, Merchandising, Editing, Onboarding, Applicant Tracking..., PeopleSoft, Publishing, Benefits Administration, Email Marketing, Social Media, General Office Skills, Proactive self-starter, Human Resources, Outlook, Sales, Team Building, Organization &..., Marketing, Account Management, Customer Retention, Recruiting, Management, Omniture, Newsletters, Copy Editing, Leadership, Budgets, Advertising, Resume Writing, Office Management, Hiring, Employee Training, Data Entry, Social Networking
Education
Robert E Lee High School 1969 — 1973
General Studies Degree
George Mason University
United States Dept. of Agriculture
Paralegal/Business Law studies
Verizon Wireless November 2013 - Present
P Figueroa Photography February 2012 - Present
Verizon Wireless April 2012 - November 2013
Verizon Wireless August 2007 - April 2012
Verizon Wireless September 2005 - August 2007
KHL Communications February 2005 - September 2005
Sprint June 1998 - February 2005
Montgomery Ward June 1995 - June 1998
Sears, Roebuck and Co. October 1991 - June 1995
Skills
Sales Management, Sales Operations, Business Analysis, Training, Recruiting, Personnel Management, Competitive Analysis, Project Management, Forecasting, Merchandising, Mentoring, Retail, Sales, Management, Customer Retention, Hiring, Customer Satisfaction
Education
El Camino College 1992 — 1994
Bishop Montgomery High School 1988 — 1992
Nebraska Furniture Mart July 1999 - Present
Montgomery Ward April 1989 - July 1993
Education
Concordia University-St. Paul 1982 — 1987
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Behavioral Sciences
The Kevane Company, Inc. January 1994 - Present
Brown & Root Services Corp. January 1992 - October 1993
Montgomery Ward November 1969 - December 1991
Skills
QuickBooks, Accounts Payable, Bookkeeping, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, General Ledger, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Accounts Receivable, Client Liaison, Client Billing, Administrative...
Education
El Cajon Valley High School 1963 — 1967
Business Administration and Management, General
Grossmont College
AIGB - True Results December 2007 - Present
Montgomery Ward June 1986 - February 2001
Education
Everest College-Dallas 2007 — 2007
Alice High School 1971 — 1976
Insperity December 2007 - Present
Kroger June 2007 - March 2008
The Home Depot June 2001 - July 2006
Montgomery Ward June 1986 - February 2001
Skills
Certified Medical Biller, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Team Building, Coaching, Office Management, Access, Budgets, Cpr Certified, Insurance, Social Networking, Hospitals, Event Planning, Process Improvement, Leadership
Education
Everest College-Dallas 2007 — 2008
Medical Billing, 96.4
Alice High School 1972 — 1976
Graduated