Musicland Company
Industry: Company
DescriptionThe Musicland Group, Inc. was an entertainment company which ran Musicland, Sam Goody, Suncoast Motion Picture Company, OnCue, and the Media Play Superstore Chains. The Musicland Group was purchased by Best Buy in 2001 at the height of Musicland's success, which ultimately led to its demise. Founded: 1956 Acquisition date: 2001 Parent organization: Trans World Entertainment Subsidiary: Suncoast Motion Picture Company
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Musicland Employees
Kohl's Department Store April 2007 - Present
Musicland June 2000 - 2005
Skills
Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Retail, Retail Sales, Store Management, Store Operations, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Planograms, Big Box, Leadership, New Store Openings, Shrinkage
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
Valley Health System 2007 - Present
TransWorld 2004 - 2007
CD World 1996 - 2004
Musicland 1986 - 1996
Skills
Healthcare Management, Physician Relations, Hospitals, Managed Care, EMR, Healthcare Consulting, Revenue Cycle, EHR, Physicians, Critical Care, Patient Safety, Healthcare Industry, Home Care, Acute Care, Medicaid, ICU, Disease Management, Hospital Marketing, Wound Care, Client Relations Skills, Nursing
Education
College of St Elizabeth 2011 — 2015
Master in Healthcare Administration, Health/Health Care Administration/Management
The College of New Jersey
Bachelor's degree, Psychology/ English
Fan HQ November 2009 - Present
Thunder Creek September 2007 - March 2010
Digital River March 2006 - September 2007
FanBuzz 2004 - 2006
The Musicland Group 1996 - 2006
Musicland 1996 - 2006
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Product Development, Inventory Management, E-commerce, Purchasing, Forecasting, Account Management, Negotiation, Marketing, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Competitive Analysis, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Pricing, Multi-channel Retail, Online Advertising
Education
St. Cloud State University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Converse March 2012 - Present
Old Navy March 2008 - March 2012
Old Navy January 2010 - April 2010
Old Navy December 2006 - March 2008
Old Navy October 2001 - December 2006
Old Navy October 1998 - October 2001
Musicland April 1990 - October 1998
Skills
Loss Prevention, Store Management, Inventory Control, Recruiting, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Merchandising, Unleashing the Creative..., Driving Results, Performance Management, Store Operations, New Store Openings, Training, Leadership, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management
Education
Raytown South High School
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Leaders in IT Strategy &Technical Operations Greater Minneapolis/St Paul Area January 2013 - Present
Sign-Zone, Inc August 2013 - December 2014
Deluxe Corporation April 2008 - December 2012
Select Comfort April 2005 - February 2008
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota November 2003 - April 2005
Deluxe Corporation / eFunds Corporation 1993 - 2003
GMAC-RFC 1986 - 1993
Musicland 1982 - 1985
Skills
IT Management, Strategy, Process Improvement, Enterprise Architecture, Vendor Management, Business Process, Solution Architecture, Management, ITIL, IT Strategy, SDLC, Data Warehousing, SOA, Databases, Integration, Information Technology, Oracle, Leadership, Disaster Recovery, Project Portfolio..., Business Intelligence, Business Analysis, IT Service Management, Requirements Analysis, ERP, Infrastructure, PMP, Business Process..., Software Project..., SharePoint, Change Management, PMO, Business Process..., Agile Methodologies, Outsourcing, Data Migration, Cloud Computing, Team Building, Incident Management, TOGAF, Troubleshooting, Oracle E-Business Suite, Program Management, Team Management, Requirements Gathering, SAP, Enterprise Software, CRM, Project Management, Software Development
Education
St. Cloud State University 1979 — 1982
B.S., Quantitative Methods & Information Systems
Thayer Leadership Development Group at West Point
2014 Graduate, Strategic Leadership
Centura Health Account advisorCentura Health2008 - 2013
Musicland 1998 - 2008
Skills
Leadership, Management, Sales
Education
University of Northern Colorado 1968 — 1971
English, Secondary Education and Teaching
Roy J. Wasson High School
College prep
Meteorix February 2015 - Present
Optimized Solutions LLC August 2008 - February 2015
OptumHealth August 2011 - February 2012
Apogee Enterprises August 2007 - August 2008
Thomson Corporate 2005 - 2007
Thomson Corporation (Legal & Regulatory) 2000 - 2005
West Group (a Thomson Company) 1999 - 2000
DataCard November 1995 - January 1999
ADC Telecommunications 1991 - 1995
Musicland 1984 - 1991
Skills
PeopleSoft, Performance Management, HRIS, Talent Management, Process Improvement, Workday, Project Management, International Project..., System Evaluation and..., System Deployment, Organizational..., Human Resources, Employee Benefits, ERP, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Personnel Management, Business Process, Strategy, Management, Payroll, Leadership Development, Talent Acquisition, Outsourcing, Deferred Compensation, Succession Planning, Organizational Design, Onboarding, Taleo
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Project Management Institute
PMP Certification
HR Certification Institute
SPHR Certification
Coon Rapids High School
Aveda March 2012 - Present
Interlog, USA April 2008 - June 2008
Silver King Refrigeration October 2007 - April 2008
Schwing America May 2006 - September 2007
Musicland February 2003 - May 2006
Skills
General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Microsoft Word, Process Improvement, Accounts Receivable, Auditing, Budgets, Cost Accounting, Forecasting, Tax, Financial Analysis, Fixed Assets, Hyperion, Sales Tax, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Financial Reporting
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1974 — 1979
Bachelor's, Business Admistration/French
Procter & Gamble July 1999 - Present
Musicland August 1997 - July 1999
Skills
SAP R/3, SAPScript, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, SAP BW, Maple, Sarbanes-Oxley, Internal Controls, SAP, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Analysis, Leadership, Materials Management, Process Improvement
Education
Thomas Edison State College 2015 — 2017
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Bath High School 1992 — 1995
H.S. Diploma, H.S. Diploma
Baker & Taylor 1989 - Present
Sound Video Unlimited 1982 - 1985
Musicland 1979 - 1982
Skills
Sales Management, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Public Speaking
Education
University of Colorado Denver 1989 — 1992
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Radio and Television
Microsoft April 2009 - Present
Abercrombie & Fitch May 2008 - April 2009
Apple Inc. October 2000 - March 2008
Sunglass Hut International January 1997 - October 2000
Musicland January 1996 - January 1997
Circuit City May 1995 - January 1996
Waldenbooks April 1987 - May 1995
Radio Shack August 1985 - August 1986
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Team Building, Management, Leadership, Start-ups, Store Management, Sales Management, Income Statement, Sales, Inventory Management, Customer Experience, Visual Merchandising, Profit, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Recruiting, Training, Loss Prevention, Marketing, Inventory Control, Cross-functional Team...
Education
University of Central Missouri 1980 — 1986
BS, Business Adminstration/Management
University of Central Missouri 1980 — 1985
BS, Education
Penn State iMBA
None, Business Administration and Management, General
Deluxe Corporation August 2012 - Present
Best Buy October 2008 - February 2009
Best Buy 2001 - October 2008
Musicland 1998 - 2001
Mille Lacs Messenger 1993 - 1994
Skills
Direct Mail, Interactive Marketing, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Online Advertising, Direct Marketing, Social Media, Web Content, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Facebook, InDesign, Editing, Mac, Video, Television, Broadcast, Marketing, Creative Strategy, Web Analytics
Education
North Dakota State University 1989 — 1993
BS, Mass Communications (emphasis in journalism and advertising)
Target (contract placement via KellyMitchell) October 2014 - January 2015
Precision Gasket Company (PGC) February 2014 - March 2014
Rockler Companies, Inc. July 2013 - October 2013
Rockler Companies, Inc. January 2013 - March 2013
Archiver's November 2010 - February 2012
Archiver's May 2003 - November 2010
Linens 'n Things November 2001 - January 2010
MegaMags, Inc. April 2000 - May 2001
Musicland 1999 - 2000
Barnes & Noble 1990 - 1998
Skills
Stores, Merchandising, Allocation, Replenishment, Purchasing, Online Merchandising, Data Analysis, Asset Managment, Books, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Counterpoint, Outlook, Outlook Express, Inventory Management, Retail, Training, Sales, Team Building, Access
Education
Normandale Community College 1979 — 1980
General
Safeco Insurance February 2015 - Present
ESM August 2013 - September 2014
TCF Bank April 2007 - August 2012
Musicland October 1999 - January 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Team Leadership, Social Networking, Networking, Operations Management, Cashiering, Supervisory Skills, Customer Retention, Outside Sales, Employee Training, Leadership, Training, Auditing, Cash Management, Higher Education, Team Building, Business Development, Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of Colorado at Denver 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Red Rocks Community College 2002 — 2004
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
TCF Bank December 2014 - Present
SUPERVALU April 2002 - June 2012
Musicland May 2000 - April 2001
MUSICLAND GROUP May 1996 - May 2000
Musicland Group October 1991 - May 1996
DALTON BOOKSELLERS October 1982 - May 1991
Skills
JCL, TSO, ISPF, CICS, Mainframe, Easytrieve, VSAM, MVS, IBM Mainframe, Fileaid, z/OS, SDSF, Panvalet, Production Support, Customer Service, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, Computer Hardware, Unix, IBM Utilities, Software Documentation, Oracle, DB2, Visio, Networking, ITIL, Management, COBOL
Education
Normandale Community College 1978 — 1982
N/A, Basic Computer Skills / General Studies
Lincoln High School, Bloomington, Mn
General Education
Anchor Point Community Church January 2013 - Present
Mere Cinema June 2010 - Present
Youth for Christ - Head of the Lakes Chapter October 2009 - December 2012
The Encounter Youth Center September 2009 - December 2012
Duluth Gospel Tabernacle January 2006 - October 2009
CT Corporation 2005 - 2006
Great Valley Christian Life Center 2004 - 2006
Musicland 1998 - 2005
Skills
Video, Fundraising, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Social Networking, Non-profits, Nonprofits, Biblical Studies, Leadership, Preaching, Training, Theology, Youth Ministry, Leadership Development, Budgets, Religion, Student Ministry, Church Events, Pastoral, Pastoral Counseling, Pastoral Care, Church Growth, Pastoring, Discipleship, Evangelism, Spiritual Direction, Apologetics, Volunteer Management, Missions, Volunteer Recruiting, Non-profit..., Youth Leadership, Youth Mentoring, Gospel, Youth Development, Biblical Teaching, Program Development, Expository Preaching
Education
North Central University 2001 — 2004
BA, Youth Ministries
ADP July 2014 - Present
Art Institute of Pittsburgh-Online November 2010 - July 2014
Crossroads UMC August 2004 - May 2010
Instant Replay Video January 2004 - August 2004
Musicland June 2000 - February 2003
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Multimedia, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Advertising, Event Planning, Video Editing, Dreamweaver, Editing, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Creative Writing, Admissions, Leadership Development, Management, Time Management, Staff Development, Lighting Design, Graphics, Lighting, Illustrator, Mac, Photography, Photoshop, Creative Direction, Web Design, Layout, Adobe Acrobat, Branding & Identity, Microsoft Word, Logo Design, Digital Media, Blogging, Project Management, Email Marketing, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Typography, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Newsletters, Admissions Counseling, CampusVue, FAFSA, Team Leadership, Customer Service
Education
Robert Morris University 2001 — 2004
B.A., Communications
Robert Morris University 2001 — 2003
Bachelors of Communication Arts, Communication and Media Studies
Ameriprise Financial September 2010 - Present
Ingram Networks September 2009 - Present
Woodlawn Resort May 2009 - Present
State of Minnesota Department of Revenue January 2010 - June 2010
University of Minnesota July 2005 - May 2009
Enventis Telecom November 2004 - July 2005
Best Buy April 2001 - October 2004
Musicland April 1999 - April 2001
TURCK Inc. September 1996 - April 1999
Buck Consultants June 1991 - May 1994
Skills
Cisco Technologies, Network Design, Switches, DNS, Data Center, DHCP, Network Architecture, Routers, Networking, Disaster Recovery, WAN, Routing, Servers, Security, Network Administration, Wireless
Education
St. Olaf College 1985 — 1989
The Eye Care Center July 2015 - Present
Paycom January 2014 - July 2015
Trans World Entertainment March 2006 - January 2014
Musicland June 2001 - December 2005
Disc Jockey Music December 1999 - January 2001
Skills
Recruiting, Store Management, New Store Openings, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Hiring, Visual Merchandising, Payroll, Employee Engagement, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Personnel Management, Retail, Store Operations, Driving Results, Interviews
Education
University of Central Oklahoma 2000 — 2005
Bachelor's in Fine Arts, Graphic Design
University of Minnesota July 2013 - Present
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota May 2007 - July 2013
Musicland January 2005 - December 2005
Earth Tech May 2003 - November 2003
Watab Diversified May 2002 - October 2002
Skills
Research, Project Management, Management, Statistics, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Teaching, Program Management, Data Analysis, Databases, Grant Writing, Student Affairs, Nonprofits, SPSS, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Curriculum Design, Program Development, Program Evaluation, Staff Development
Education
St. John's University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematics
DICK'S Sporting Goods October 2014 - Present
Lloyds of Columbus, LLC 2005 - Present
Target July 2012 - September 2014
Target Stores March 2010 - July 2012
Target January 2008 - February 2010
Target April 2006 - January 2008
Musicland June 2002 - February 2006
Old Navy May 2001 - May 2002
Sears April 2000 - April 2001
Skills
Leadership, Merchandising, Driving Results, Multi-unit, Store Management, Big Box, Loss Prevention, Retail, Management, Leadership Management, Inventory Control, Teamwork, Motivational Speaking, Profit, Shrinkage, Store Operations, Inspiring Leadership, Hiring, Engaging People, Relationship Mgmt, Assortment, P, Entrepreneurship, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Multi-Unit
Education
Tuskegee University 1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
Focus in Pix (owned and operated by Cornerstone Copy Center) March 2011 - Present
Teresa Laurance Design (self-employed) December 2008 - Present
Direct Marketing Consultants - Wise Buys August 2010 - December 2010
Skyline Exhibits July 2001 - October 2008
Skyline Exhibits July 1996 - June 2001
Skyline Exhibits April 1991 - July 1996
Linhoff Corporate Color July 1989 - March 1991
Musicland 1989 - 1990
ProEx Photo Systems, MN April 1983 - July 1989
Skills
Logo Design, Illustrator, InDesign, QuarkXPress, Adobe Acrobat, Creative Direction, Graphics, Graphic Design, Website Design, Template Design, Customer Service, Creative Writing, Technical Writing, Project Coordination, WordPress, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Branding, Web Design, Advertising, Email Marketing
Education
Normandale Community College 1982 — 1984
Associates in Liberal Arts
St. Cloud State University
Continued Education
Park Nicollet Health Services 1998 - 2009
Park Nicollet Health Services 1998 - 2003
Musicland 1996 - 1998
Holiday Companies 1994 - 1996
Education
Techskills IT 2008 — 2010
Certifications
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BA, Computer Science/Ecology
University of St. Thomas
Mini-MSDD, Data Base Administration
REM Hennepin December 2013 - Present
Volkart May & Associates, Inc. 2011 - 2011
Digital River March 2007 - February 2010
Activision Value January 2000 - May 2005
Activision Value 2000 - 2005
Musicland Group 1994 - 2000
Musicland 1994 - 1999
Egghead Software 1987 - 1994
Egghead Discount Software 1987 - 1994
Skills
E-commerce, Online Advertising, New Business Development, Account Management, Business Development, Social Media, Salesforce.com, Product Marketing, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, B2B, SaaS, Team Management, Sales, Leadership, Project Management, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Digital Strategy, CRM, Strategic Partnerships, SEM, SEO, Online Marketing, Product Management, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Digital Marketing, Key Account Management, Direct Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Mobile Devices, Social Networking, Market Research, Business Strategy, Customer Retention, Team Building, Selling, Retail, Management, Team Leadership, Sales Management, Direct Sales, Analytics, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Entrepreneurship, Negotiation
Education
Shoreline Community College 1994 — 1995
Stanford University 1969 — 1972
MRA - The Management Association October 2010 - Present
MN AMA July 2011 - August 2012
Toucan Cove Entertainment September 2008 - October 2010
EMI Music Marketing September 2001 - August 2008
Musicland October 1998 - September 2001
Universal Music & Video Distribution October 1989 - October 1998
Skills
Management, Leadership, Marketing, Training, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Sales, Retail, Event Management, Event Planning, Sales Operations, Project Management, Forecasting, Negotiation
Education
University of Saint Thomas - School of Business 2009 — 2009
Mini MBA
Northern Illinois University
BS, Sociology, Criminology, Psychology
Daikin Applied 2014 - Present
Rockler Companies, Inc. 2013 - 2014
Waterous Company 2012 - 2013
Nilfisk-Advance 2003 - 2011
Cirrus Aircraft 2002 - 2003
Rand Worldwide 1996 - 2002
Musicland 1988 - 1991
Skills
Competitive Analysis, Product Management, Business Strategy, Training, Product Development, Product Design, Forecasting, Brand Management, Pro Engineer, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Product Lifecycle..., Key Account Management, Strategy, Manufacturing, Product Launch, Sales Management, Pricing, Six Sigma, Product Marketing, Engineering, Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Design for Manufacturing
Education
University of St. Thomas
Mini MBA Executive Education
University of St. Thomas
Mini Masters of Project Management
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1991 — 1996
BME, Mechanical Engineering
Vendavo 2012 - Present
Seagate Technology 2008 - 2012
White Birch Properties 2000 - 2010
American Compliance September 2001 - March 2008
Summit IT October 1997 - September 2001
Musicland September 1993 - September 1997
Skills
Program Management, Team Building, Business Development, Leadership, Management, Scrum, Strategic Planning, Agile Methodologies, Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Integration, SaaS, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Business Process, SDLC, Business Analysis, Account Management, E-commerce, Marketing Strategy, Business Intelligence, Analysis, Vendor Management, Start-ups, Forecasting, Budgets, Agile Project Management, Software Development, Team Management, Testing, Product Management, Consulting, Professional Services, Business Process..., Cloud Computing, CRM, IT Strategy, Software Project..., Enterprise Software, Strategy, Sales, Product Development, Strategic Partnerships
Education
University of Dayton 1986 — 1991
BS
University of Dayton 1986 — 1991
Bachelors of Science
CDK Global formerly ADP Dealer Services October 2013 - Present
ADP Dealer Services May 2001 - October 2013
Center for Enriched Living September 1996 - May 2001
Musicland June 1993 - May 1995
Skills
Network Troubleshooting, PC Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Troubleshooting, Employee Training, Team Leadership, Project Management, Process Improvement, Sales, Computer Hardware, Networking, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft Office, Software Installation, Customer Service, Leadership, Program Management, Management, Operating Systems, Team Building, Sales Management, Training, WAN
Education
Northern Illinois University 1991 — 1993
Master of Education, Adpated Physical Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
Bachelor's of Science, Kinesiology and Exercise Science
Hewlett-Packard November 2013 - Present
Hewlett-Packard November 2010 - Present
HP Software September 2006 - November 2010
Mercury Interactive March 1997 - September 2006
Rivertown Trading May 1996 - March 1997
Cy Decosse August 1995 - May 1996
Cy DeCosse February 1995 - August 1995
Musicland April 1992 - February 1995
Skills
LoadRunner, Cloud Computing, Enterprise Software, Pre-sales, Virtualization, HP, Testing, Quality Center, QTP, Application Lifecycle..., Strategy, Sales Engineering, Solution Architecture, Agile Methodologies, SaaS, Unix, Management, SDLC, Enterprise Architecture, Web Services, SOA, ITIL, Requirements Analysis, Professional Services, Storage, Business Process, Application Performance..., Sales Enablement, SiteScope, Java Enterprise Edition, IT Service Management, CMDB, Solution Selling, Integration, Software Development, HP Quality Center
Education
University of Minnesota - Morris 1987 — 1992
BA
Cristobal Jr/Sr High
Anderson Merchandisers July 2011 - Present
E-One Entertainment 2008 - 2010
Trans World Entertainment 2006 - 2008
Musicland 1999 - 2006
Camelot Music, Inc. 1995 - 1999
Skills
Marketing, Music Industry, Event Planning, Promotions, Sales, Management, Entertainment, Retail, Entertainment Industry, Film, Event Management
Education
Ohio University 1981 — 1986
Bachelor of Science In Journalism
Cambria March 2014 - Present
CRC Marketing Solutions September 2012 - August 2013
U.S. Bank February 2012 - August 2012
Ecolab October 2011 - December 2011
Risdall Marketing Group March 2005 - May 2011
Designwrite Advertising October 2002 - March 2005
Mammoth Marketing March 2000 - November 2001
MusicLand February 1998 - September 1998
NordicTrack October 1996 - January 1998
Skills
Direct Marketing, B2B, Copywriting, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Content Strategy, Online User Experience, Advertising, Outdoor advertising, User Experience, Direct Mail, Marketing Strategy, Brochures, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Brand Development, Marketing, Creative Direction, Interactive Marketing, Newsletters, SEO, Outdoor Advertising, Creative Strategy, Web Content, SEM, Art Direction, Mobile Marketing, Corporate Branding, Digital Strategy, Press Releases, Content Development, Web Design, Social Media, Strategy, Digital Media, Interactive Advertising, Graphic Design, Brand Management, SEO copywriting, Website Development, Branding & Identity, PPC, Corporate Communications, Information Architecture, Social Marketing, Radio
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1979 — 1984
B.A., Journalism/Advertising
Kroll Ontrack October 2010 - Present
ATC, Inc. July 2003 - Present
Accenture July 2006 - October 2010
Accenture 2002 - July 2006
Musicland 2001 - 2002
Skills
Windows Server, Management, Troubleshooting, Software Documentation, SharePoint, Project Management, Technical Support, Powershell, Integration, Operating Systems, Cluster, Team Leadership, XP, Event Planning, SharePoint Designer, Analysis, System Deployment, Servers, DFS, Computer Hardware, Scripting
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1997 — 1999
Computer Science, English
Verizon Wireless August 2010 - Present
Trans World Entertainment 2005 - 2010
Musicland 1998 - 2005
Education
State University of New York College at Fredonia 1993 — 2000
Slalom Consulting January 2014 - Present
Starbucks July 2012 - November 2013
Hanger Orthopedic Group February 2007 - July 2012
AT&T Mobility August 1998 - October 2006
Primo Nut Company September 1996 - August 1998
Balmar Marine Electric January 1995 - August 1996
Musicland October 1992 - January 1995
Waldenbooks June 1990 - March 1993
Northland Enterprises January 1990 - May 1990
Dairy Queen December 1988 - December 1989
Skills
Purchasing, Strategic Planning, Management, Customer Service, Vendor Management, Customer Satisfaction, Negotiation, Accounts Payable, Software Documentation, Forecasting, Analysis, Project Planning, Microsoft Word, Project Management, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Troubleshooting, Real Estate, Accounting, Business Analysis, Contract Management, Sales, Invoicing, Training, Cross-functional Team..., Microsoft Office, Recruiting, Retail, Business Process..., Time Management, Team Building, Data Entry, Program Management, Outlook, Process Improvement, Account Management
Education
Seattle Central College 1997 — 2000
AA, Computer Science, Arts
Jostens September 2014 - Present
Jostens March 2012 - August 2014
Johnson Outdoors July 2011 - December 2011
WayPoint Technologies, Inc. October 2007 - July 2011
Land O'Lakes September 2006 - September 2007
Land O'Lakes May 2005 - August 2006
Land O'Lakes May 2004 - May 2005
Musicland November 2001 - April 2004
Skills
Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Process Improvement, Financial Modeling, Strategic Planning, Variance Analysis, Integration, M&A experience, Budgeting, Oracle E-Business Suite, Outlooksoft
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 2005 — 2009
MBA, Finance, Entrepreneurship
St. John's University 1997 — 2001
BA, Economics, Business Management
Freelance Consultant/Producer/Project Manager 2003 - Present
The University of Minnesota, School of Medicine, Continuing Education Department April 2012 - December 2012
National Marrow Donor Program September 2008 - November 2009
Musicland May 2005 - December 2005
Best Buy Company 1997 - 2002
Bayfront Blues Festival June 1994 - July 1997
University of Minnesota 1994 - 1997
Sovran Wahl & Wahl 1992 - 1994
Peak Companies 1989 - 1992
Jewell Personnel 1988 - 1989
Skills
Certified Project..., Agile Project Management, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Corporate Communications, Brand Communication, Marketing Communications, Event Marketing, Content Development, Content Creation, Event Management, Special Events, Live Events, Live Meeting, Live Shows, Trade Show Management, Program Management, Program Development, Process Development, Process Management, Budget Management, Budget Development, Campaign Development, Campaign Strategy, Campaign Design, Campaign Execution, Strategy Development, Corporate Social..., Cross-functional Team..., Agency Relations, Vendor Relations, Vendor Management, Website Development, Web Project Management, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Product Management, Product Marketing, Product Launch, Lean Initiatives, Promotions, Team Leadership, Team Building, Thought Leadership, Marketing Management, Content Strategy, Event Planning, Sales, Process Simulation, Integrated Marketing
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 2010 — 2010
mini MBA, Business
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1986
BA, Speech Communications
Wells Fargo February 2015 - April 2015
Gap Inc. May 1996 - July 2012
Musicland March 1995 - May 1996
Macy's November 1989 - March 1995
Skills
Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Store Operations, Merchandising, Store Management, New Store Openings, Multi-unit, Big Box, New Store Development, Merchandise Planning
Education
Texas A&M University 1987 — 1989
Master of Business Administration, Business
The University of Montana - School of Business Administration 1984 — 1987
BS, Business Administration
Merrill Corporation January 2013 - April 2015
Carlson Wagonlit Travel May 2008 - January 2013
C.H. Robinson March 2006 - April 2008
Musicland September 2003 - March 2006
Skills
Data Warehousing, Cognos, Business Analysis, Business Intelligence, Visio, Architecture, Enterprise Architecture, Java, JavaScript, Product Management, Project Management, Budget, Software Project..., Projection Design, User Experience, User Interface Design, User Interface, End User Training, User Acceptance Testing, User-centered Design, ETL, Business Strategy, Roadmap, Strategic Thinking, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Product Marketing, Product Design, .NET, PHP, phpMyAdmin, ASP.NET, Business Intelligence..., Data Migration, Migration Projects, Content Management, Content Development, Web Content Creation, Agile Methodologies, Analysis, Analytics, Vendor Management, SDLC, Requirements Gathering
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science in Business:, Management Information Systems, Finance
GameStop March 2011 - Present
GameStop February 2010 - March 2011
GameStop May 2006 - February 2010
Musicland September 1999 - April 2006
Skills
Multi-unit, Loss Prevention, Store Management, District Management, Visual Merchandising, Profit, Inventory Management, Retail, Retail Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, Driving Results, Succession Planning, Hiring, Sales, PowerPoint, Inventory Control, Store Operations, Shrinkage, Leadership, Multi-Unit Management, Merchandising, New Store Openings, Multi-Unit, Accountability, Recruiting, Associate Development, Customer Service, People Development, Time Management, Sourcing, Business Operations, POS, New Store Development, Planograms, Team Building, Management
Education
University of Cincinnati-Clermont College 2001 — 2009
Associate's degree, Business Management
Apple Retail August 2009 - Present
Starbucks Coffee Company August 2006 - August 2009
Musicland January 2001 - August 2006
Gateway Computer Company 1997 - 2001
Skills
Store Management, Project Planning, Leadership, Loss Prevention, District Management, Merchandising, Driving Results, Retail, Multi-unit, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, Profit, Store Operations, Inventory Control, Income Statement, Management, Customer Experience, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Big Box, Team Building, Employee Training, Sales Operations, Hiring, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Accountability, People Development, P&L Management, Coaching, New Store Openings, Retail Sales, Sales Management, Sales, New Store Development, Planograms, CPFR, Multi-Unit Management, Shrinkage, Merchandise Planning, Customer Retention, POS, Multi-channel Retail, P&L, Multi-Unit
Education
St. John Fisher College 1987 — 1991
BS, Business Management
JCPenney July 2015 - Present
JCPenney August 2012 - July 2015
bebe stores January 2012 - August 2012
bebe stores July 2009 - January 2012
Wet Seal, Inc January 2006 - July 2009
Wet Seal, Inc July 2004 - January 2006
Coldwell Banker Real Estate April 2004 - January 2006
Pacific Sunwear July 2003 - July 2004
Musicland October 2000 - July 2003
Musicland May 2000 - October 2000
Skills
Apparel, Styling, Trend Analysis, Inventory Control, Sales Management, Shrinkage, Fashion Shows, Big Box, Succession Planning, Specialty Retail, Window Displays, Team Building, Merchandise Planning, Recruiting, New Store Development, Leadership, Hiring, Coaching, Customer Experience, Talent Acquisition, Trend Forecasting, Time Management, People Development, Sourcing, Product Knowledge, Employee Relations, Advertising, Performance Management, Department Stores, Leadership Development, People Skills, Multi-unit Retail..., Event Planning, Clienteling, Strategic Leadership, Outlook, Retail Marketing, Profit, Payroll, Employee Benefits, Employee Engagement, Employee Recognition, Team Leadership, HRIS, Multi-Unit Management, Employee Training, Interviews, Human Resources, Training
Education
South University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (BS), Health/Health Care Administration/Management
Schwan's Consumer Brands February 2014 - Present
Schwan's Consumer Brands February 2013 - February 2014
Best Buy May 2007 - February 2013
Samsung Electronics May 2005 - May 2007
Musicland December 2003 - April 2005
Creative Channel Services May 2002 - December 2003
Wealth Enhancement Group August 2001 - May 2002
Galyan's Trading Co. January 1997 - March 2001
Skills
Forecasting, Demand Planning, Vendor Management, Retail, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Sales, Sales Management, Customer Service, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Training, End of Life, Supply Chain, Contract Negotiation, Field Marketing, Purchasing, Management, Product Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Leadership, Logistics, Pricing, Project Planning, ERP, Income Statement, Store Management, Inventory Control, Team Building, Sales Operations, Microsoft Excel, P&L Management, Supply Chain Operations, Business Strategy, Demand Forecasting, Cross-functional Team..., Multi-channel Retail, Team Leadership, Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, CPFR, Access, Operations Management, Product Development, Competitive Analysis, Sourcing, Process Improvement, Customer Experience, Profit, Time Management
Education
University of Saint Thomas
B.A., Marketing Mangagement
Texas Christian University
Wayzata High School
Whitepages May 2014 - Present
Efinancial March 2009 - May 2014
Celebrate Express June 2007 - January 2009
Onveon Education Search July 2006 - July 2007
Musician's Friend, Inc. / Guitar Center June 1994 - March 2006
Musicland 1992 - 1994
Skills
Online Marketing, E-commerce, SEM, Lead Generation, SEO, Marketing, Affiliate Marketing, Direct Marketing, Customer Acquisition, Strategic Partnerships, Google Analytics, PPC, Email Marketing, Analytics, CRM, Online Advertising, Strategic Planning, Marketing Management, Market Research, Advertising, Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Management, Leadership, Mobile Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Lead Generation, B2B, Interactive Marketing, New Business Development, Customer Retention, Web Analytics, Omniture, Multi-channel Marketing, Database Marketing, Salesforce.com, Conversion Optimization, Affiliate Management, Contract Negotiation, Media Buying, A/B testing, P&L Responsibility, Forecasting, Data Warehouse..., B2B Marketing, Marketing Automation
Education
Trend Business College 1990 — 1991
Business Management, Business Information Management, Sales and Marketing, Business Accounting
Southern Oregon University 1988 — 1989
UnitedHealth Group August 2015 - Present
Target February 2014 - Present
Fortin Chiropractic Clinic August 2004 - Present
Target September 2012 - February 2014
Target March 2010 - September 2012
Target March 2009 - March 2010
Target February 2008 - March 2009
Target October 2005 - January 2008
Target December 2003 - September 2005
Musicland December 2002 - December 2003
Skills
Business Intelligence, Analytics, Access, E-commerce, Excel, Reporting & Analysis, Dashboards, Metrics, Multi-channel Retail, Small Business, Relational Databases, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Retail, Analysis, Problem Solving, Merchandising, PowerPoint, Word, Microsoft Office, Outlook, SQL, Data Models, User Interface, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SAS, Start-ups, Key Performance..., Business Intelligence..., Data Quality, WebFOCUS, Data Mining, Data Warehousing, Requirements Gathering, Process Improvement, Project Management, Pricing, Business Process, Sales, Business Development, Time Management, Testing, Business Process..., Software Documentation, Marketing, Email Marketing, Budgets, Product Development, SEO
Education
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business 1997 — 1999
Bachelor, Accounting
Normandale Community College 1994 — 1997
Associate's Degree, Associate in Arts
Target September 2014 - Present
Target December 2010 - Present
Target January 2000 - December 2010
Musicland January 1998 - January 2000
Northwest Airlines January 1997 - December 1997
Skills
Process Improvement, Leadership, Retail, Management, Program Management, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Operations Management, Change Management, Vendor Management, Business Analysis, Data Analysis, Team Leadership, Training, Project Portfolio..., SDLC, Visio
Education
St. Cloud State University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Business Computers Information Systems
Hibbing High School
LIDS Sports Group July 2013 - Present
LIDS Sports Group April 2008 - July 2013
LIDS Sports Group March 2006 - April 2008
Musicland November 1997 - March 2006
Skills
District Management, Multi-Unit Management, Team Building, Driving Results, Employee Training, New Store Openings, New Store Development, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Profit, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Sales, Store Operations, Retail, Retail Sales, Customer Service, Shrinkage, Multi-unit, Hiring, Income Statement, Associate Development, Merchandise Planning, Planograms, Big Box, POS, CPFR, Apparel, P&L Management, Assortment, Multi-unit Retail..., Customer Experience, Window Displays, People Development, Product Knowledge, P&L, Multi-Unit
Education
Penn State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Bald Eagle Area HS 1995 — 1996
High School, General Studies
Great American Group January 2015 - Present
XRyderz Inc July 2011 - October 2012
No Fear Inc April 2006 - July 2011
Hot Topic January 2004 - September 2005
CompUSA Inc June 2001 - June 2003
CompUSA Inc February 1999 - June 2001
National Book Warehouse April 1996 - February 1999
OfficeMax August 1995 - April 1996
Musicland February 1984 - April 1995
Skills
Operations Management, Inventory Management, Multi-unit Retail..., Team Leadership, Human Resources, Apparel, Merchandising, Business Development, Employee Training, Team Management, Store Communications, Store Remodels, Store Management, Microsoft Office, Employee Loyalty, Expense Management, Leadership, Training, Recruiting, Mentoring, Big Box, Specialty Retail, Coaching, Loss Prevention, Road Warrior, Teamwork, HR Policies, Management Training..., Reporting & Analysis, Forecasting, Management, Hiring, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Control, New Store Openings, Driving Results, Store Operations, Visual Merchandising, Associate Development, Multi-unit, Retail Sales, Multi-Unit, Multi-Unit Management
Education
University of Phoenix
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
University of Phoenix
BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION
JLL July 2013 - Present
Jones Lang LaSalle December 2010 - June 2013
Jones Lang LaSalle May 2004 - December 2010
Bornstein Building Co., Inc. July 2000 - May 2004
A-1 Tremendous April 2000 - July 2000
Kelly Services July 1999 - February 2000
Sears Credit Central October 1992 - June 1999
Musicland 1987 - October 1992
Skills
Customer Service, Invoicing, Data Entry, Accounts Payable, Telephone Skills, Interviewing, Budgeting, Retail, Call Center, Office Administration, Office Management, Administrative Support, Facilities Management, Spreadsheets, Outlook, Expenses, Fax, Administration, Accounts Receivable, Billing, Typing, Property Management, Hiring, Supplies, Supervisory Skills, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Time Management, Customer Relations, Office Equipment, Teamwork, Microsoft Office 2007, Customer Satisfaction, Problem Solving, Record Keeping, Asset Managment, Skip Tracing, Conduct Online Training, Budgets, Operations Management
Education
Sacred Heart Academy 1984 — 1987
High School
University of Louisville
Commercial Art
UnitedHealth Group September 2009 - Present
Target August 2006 - February 2009
TCF Bank January 2004 - August 2006
Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis 1910 - 1910
Ecolab 1909 - 1909
Fingerhut 1908 - 1908
US Bank 1907 - 1907
Ameriprise Financial 1906 - 1906
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota 1905 - 1905
Musicland 1900 - 1900
Skills
EDI, SDLC, Process Improvement, Project Management, Databases, Business Analysis, Vendor Management, Consulting, COBOL, Software Development, Data Warehousing, Leadership, DB2, Analysis, Testing, Business Requirements
Education
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt - Clearfield, Inc 2009 — 2009
Six Sigma Green Belt
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2009
Certification Preparation, Project Management Professional (PMP)
Stanford University
Stanford Center for Professional Development
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
Bachelor of Science in Business, Finance & Management Information System (MIS)
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
University of St. Thomas
Master of Science, Software Engineering
University of St. Thomas - Opus College of Business
Master of Business Administration, On-going
Star Tribune October 1996 - Present
Utne Reader 1990 - 1995
Musicland 1992 - 1994
K-tel 1989 - 1992
Dorn Communications 1986 - 1989
Skills
Graphic Design, Art Direction, Illustration, Promotions, Logos, Publishing, Magazines, Adobe Creative Suite, Brochures
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
B.S. Applied Design and Visual Communication, Marketing, Design
Liberty Marketing 2012 - 2015
Liberty Marketing 2012 - 2015
Liberty Marketing 2012 - 2015
Liberty Marketing 2012 - 2015
COKeM Intl June 2004 - June 2011
Musicland May 1994 - February 2004
Target 1988 - 1991
Lieberman Enterprises 1981 - 1990
Skills
Inventory Management, Purchasing, Merchandising, Vendor Management, Sales, Supply Chain, Forecasting, Product Marketing, Strategy, Procurement, Pricing, Product Management, Inventory Control, Product Development, Retail, Strategic Partnerships, Management, Sales Management, Leadership, Logistics, P&L Management, Marketing, Account Management, Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, E-commerce, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Project Planning, Advertising, Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Consumer Electronics, Demand Planning, Consumer Products, New Business Development, Sales Operations
Education
St. Thomas University
M.B.A
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1984
Computer Science
University of Minnesota
B.S, Computer Science
University of Minnesota
B.S, Computer Science
University of Minnesota-Morris
B.A, Mathematical Economics
University of Minnesota-Morris
B.A, Mathematical Economics
ADESA April 2015 - Present
Buffalo Covenant Church October 2012 - February 2015
Antares Pharma, Inc. November 2001 - April 2012
Musicland 1998 - 2001
Skills
Account Reconciliation, FRx, Accounts Payable, Cash Flow, Journal Entries, Accounting, Accounts Receivable, Fixed Assets, Auditing, Payroll, Budgets, Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Balance
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
Faribault Harley-Davidson July 2004 - 2009
Sun Microsystems 2005 - 2007
Ulysses 1997 - 2005
Cyrus Intersoft 1997 - 2005
Musicland 1997 - 2005
UCI 1995 - 1997
Andrew 1995 - 1997
Cray Research 1985 - 1995
Education
Ripon College 1981 — 1985
B.A.
Armadillo Homes March 2013 - Present
Public Storage March 2011 - February 2013
Check 'n Go November 2006 - March 2011
Musicland 1994 - 2003
Skills
Recruiting, Coaching, Management, Hiring, P&L Management, Visual Merchandising, Employee Training, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership
Education
Southwest Texas State University 1987 — 1989
Events & Adventures 2011 - Present
O'Neil Software 2006 - 2012
Corporate Records Management, Inc. 2004 - 2005
Express Record Storage 2002 - 2004
Circuit City November 1994 - October 2002
Musicland 1989 - 1994
Skills
Sales Management, Problem Solving, Training & Development, Travel, Trade Shows, Conflict Resolution, Challenges, Training Skills, Short Sales, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Records Management, Self Driven, Customer Relations, Operations Management, Collaborative, Independent Thinker, Initiator, Assurance, Fast Learner, Creative Direction, Flexible Working, Special Situations, Business Communications, Marketing Communications, Action Plans, Vendor Relations, Responsibility, Adjusting, Continuous Improvement, Assessment, Delegation, Decisive, Closing Deals, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Training, Business Development, Customer Service, New Business Development, Enterprise Content..., Document Management, Free Thinking, Self-driven, Budgets, Flexible Schedule, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Employee Training, Management
Education
St. Cloud State University
B.S., Mass Communications/ PR
St. Cloud State University
B.A., Speech Communications
Los Osos High School August 2010 - Present
NASCAR Foundation January 2006 - Present
Slipped Disc Entertainment August 1979 - Present
Trans World Entertainment October 2001 - December 2007
Media Play / Musicland / Trans World Entertainment 2001 - 2007
Toys R Us 1998 - 2001
Virgin Entertainment Group October 1993 - June 1998
Musicland 1986 - 1992
Licorice Pizza 1985 - 1986
TDK 1977 - 1985
Skills
Artist Representation, Artist Relations, Promoting, A&R, Music Industry, Event Planning, Music, Artists, Event Management, Leadership, Recording, Retail, Video, Merchandising, Management, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Social Networking, Online Advertising, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Photography, Inventory Management, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Selling, Facebook, Public Relations, Time Management, Advertising, Fundraising
Education
Orange Coast College 1978 — 1982
BS, Business
Corona Del Mar High School 1975 — 1977
Watson Realty Corp. January 2015 - Present
Watson Realty Corp. July 2013 - Present
GameStop April 2005 - July 2013
PetSmart April 2002 - April 2005
Musicland July 1999 - March 2002
Musicland July 1995 - July 1999
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, English, Windows, Teaching, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Recruiting, Microsoft Office, Training, Merchandising, Sales, Retail, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Coaching, Leadership Development, Change Management, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Interviews, Process Scheduler, Time Management, Management, Store Management, Profit, Real Estate, Leadership, Loss Prevention, Social Networking, Employee Training, Hiring, Marketing, Sales Management, Team Leadership
Education
The University of South Dakota 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Physical and Biological Anthropology, 3.0
Washington High School 1984 — 1987
State of Minnesota June 1990 - Present
The Home Depot February 2005 - August 2010
Interium January 1980 - June 1990
General Office Products 1978 - 1980
Pickwick International June 1976 - January 1978
US Air Force Reserve April 1972 - June 1976
Musicland 1972 - 1976
United States Air Force June 1970 - April 1972
Skills
Government, Budgets, Program Management, Emergency Management, Policy, Contract Management, Facilities Management, Leadership, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Project Management, Supervisory Skills, Team Building, Project Planning, Leadership Development, Management, Contract Negotiation, Public Speaking, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Sales
Education
FEMA Emergency Management Institute 2008 — 2009
Emergency Management & Incident Command, Incident Command, Certificate of Completion
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2004 — 2006
Project Management
University of St. Thomas 1992 — 1998
Business Administration and Management, General
Brown Instatute of Technology 1975 — 1979
Electrition, Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Normandale Community College 1972 — 1974
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
The Vitamin Shoppe January 2010 - Present
The Vitamin Shoppe March 2008 - December 2009
GNC January 2007 - August 2007
Tech Block International April 2005 - December 2006
Keller Williams March 2004 - April 2005
Musicland 1990 - 2003
Skills
Retail, Sales, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Loss Prevention, Team Building, Visual Merchandising, Sales Management, Management
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1980 — 1986
Bachelor of Science
Lund Food Holdings, Inc. August 2010 - Present
TRIAD July 2006 - June 2010
Musicland/Trans World 1983 - 2006
Musicland August 2003 - July 2004
Musicland June 1995 - January 2002
Skills
Event Management, Merchandising, Marketing Communications, Retail, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Social Media Marketing, Budgets, Sales, Online Advertising, Brand Management, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Account Management, Management, Leadership, Sales Management, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Public Relations
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1977 — 1983
BA
Law Offices of Carrie L. Benson, PLLC April 2009 - Present
Target Corporation May 1999 - March 2009
Moss & Barnett, P.A. June 1998 - April 1999
Gray Plant Mooty September 1997 - May 1998
Musicland 1989 - 1997
Skills
Internal Investigations, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Retail, Leases, Government, Risk Management, Private Investigations, Corporate Governance, Cross-functional Team..., Fraud, Asset Protection, Human Resources, Civil Litigation, Licensing, Employment Law
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1994 — 1997
J.D., Law
St. Olaf College 1989 — 1993
B.A., Philosophy, Russian, Russian Studies
Best Buy December 2011 - Present
Accenture December 2010 - December 2011
Accenture 2004 - December 2010
Best Buy 2001 - 2004
Musicland 1996 - 2001
Skills
Enterprise Architecture, Integration, IT Strategy, SOA, SDLC, Solution Architecture, Process Optimization, Software Project..., Architectures, Business Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Information Management, Vendor Management, IT Management, Program Management, TOGAF, SOA Governance, Architecture
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Universal Music Group 2007 - Present
Beiersdorf 2015 - 2015
Beiersdorf 2015 - 2015
Universal Music Group 2007 - 2007
Universal Music Group 2006 - 2007
Universal Music Group 2005 - 2006
Musicland 2002 - 2005
Musicland 2000 - 2002
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Digital Media, Retail, Entertainment, Management, Social Media Marketing, Merchandising, Business Analysis, Forecasting, Inventory Management, Retail Category..., Trend Analysis, Account Management, Nielsen, Category Insights
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor of Science in Business Marketing
Valspar Corporation May 2005 - Present
Best Buy May 1999 - May 2005
Musicland May 1997 - May 2001
Decision Systems Inc June 1996 - August 1997
Skills
Disaster Recovery, Troubleshooting, Visio, Virtualization, Windows Server, Servers, VMware, Data Center, Unix
Education
University of Minnesota Duluth 1992 — 1996
BA, MIS, Management
Peaceful Order March 2006 - Present
Bertolas & Pekula, LLC 2014 - 2014
Allen Interactions August 2004 - January 2013
Flood Bumstead McCready & McCarthy May 2000 - August 2004
Musicland February 1998 - May 2000
Skills
Personal Finance, Small Office, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Microsoft Office, Forecasting, Payroll, Financial Reporting, Organization, Professional Organizing, Paper Management, Decluttering, Office Organizing, Personal Budgeting
Education
St. Cloud State University 1990 — 1995
White Bear Lake Area High Schools
UnitedHealth Group April 2007 - Present
Ambient Consulting February 2007 - Present
Marketing Architects 2005 - 2007
Carlson Marketing 2000 - 2007
Carlson Marketing Worldwide 2000 - 2006
Carlson Marketing Group 1999 - 2006
Musicland 1993 - 1996
Skills
Workforce Management, Call Center, Vendor Management, Strategic Planning, Telecommunications, Business Analysis, Analytics, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Training, Customer Experience, Call Centers, Project Management, Forecasting, Leadership, Change Management, CRM, Business Process..., Operations Management, Team Building, Outsourcing
Education
St. Cloud State University 1987 — 1991
Tolt Service Group February 2010 - Present
Welspun USA July 2008 - February 2010
Home Decor Innovations May 2005 - April 2008
Home Decor Innovations, Former Division of Stanley Works 2005 - April 2008
Musicland 1989 - 1993
Skills
Troubleshooting, Budgets, SAP, Payroll, Financial Analysis, Access, Customer Service, Invoicing
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 1984 — 1988
Melt Canine Massage December 2014 - Present
Midwest Rescue of Illinois, Inc July 2007 - Present
Ciba Vision / Alcon Research Ltd. January 2009 - March 2014
Ciba Vision (previously known as Wesley Jessen) January 2001 - January 2009
Wesley Jessen January 1998 - 2001
Akebono Corporation May 1995 - 1997
R.T.O., Inc July 1993 - February 1995
JVC 1989 - 1995
Musicland 1987 - 1989
Skills
Training, Software Documentation, Leadership, Outlook, Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Sales, Marketing, Project Management, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Product Development, Manufacturing, Budgets, FDA, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Event Planning, Quality Assurance, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Document Management, Meeting Scheduling, Project Coordination, Problem Solving, Creativity, Creative Problem Solving, Appointment Scheduling, Technical Documentation, Communication, Events Coordination, Organization &..., Notary Public, Conference Coordination, Canine Massage, Animal Behavior, Animal Welfare, Dog Behavior
Education
Chicago School Canine Massage 2013 — 2014
Canine Massage / Alternative Therapies
Walden University 2006 — 2011
BS, Business Administration, Management
Triton College
AAS, Business Management
Walmart August 2012 - Present
Sony of America November 2008 - May 2010
Target 2003 - 2008
Best Buy 1997 - 2003
Old Navy 1995 - 1997
Payless ShoeSource 1992 - 1995
The Sharper Image 1989 - 1992
Musicland 1983 - 1985
Skills
Retail, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Recruiting, Sales, Employee Training, Customer Service, Loss Prevention, Training, Sales Management, Profit, Human Resources, Inventory Control
Education
The University of Texas at San Antonio 1983 — 1988
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
The University of Texas at San Antonio 1983 — 1988
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Midway Marketing, Inc. January 2013 - Present
Riptide Media May 1999 - Present
24/7 Real Media / ConsumerNet / MMN March 1998 - May 1999
Atlantic Records May 1994 - January 1998
Musicland 1991 - 1994
Skills
Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Automobile, Film, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Brand Development, Social Media, Retail, Strategy, Entertainment, Sponsorship, Digital Marketing, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Budgets, Online Marketing, Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Digital Strategy, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Relationship Marketing, Creative Direction, Sales, Marketing Management
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1982 — 1986
B.S. Marketing
Peddie
K&G Fashion Superstore October 2008 - Present
Dixie Sales Company March 2005 - September 2008
Media Play 1994 - 2004
Musicland 1999 - 2001
Musicland Group 1999 - 2001
B.Dalton Booksellers March 1983 - November 1992
Skills
Customer Service, Merchandising, Retail, Process Scheduler, Inventory Management, Store Management, Sales Management, Leadership, Event Planning, Operations Management, Loss Prevention, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Control, Team Building, Training, Sales, Profit, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Recruiting, Coaching, Income Statement, Management, Visual Merchandising, Time Management, Store Operations
Education
University of North Florida 2004 — 2007
BA, English & Anthropology
Queens University of Charlotte 1980 — 1981
Psychology
Buy.com/ Rakuten.com Shopping September 2006 - Present
Musicland 2002 - 2006
Musicland 2000 - 2002
Skills
Start-ups, Retail, E-commerce, Merchandising, Creative Direction, Sales, Purchasing, Management, Online Advertising, Video, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Marketing, Email Marketing, Pricing, Online Marketing, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, B2B, Strategic Partnerships, Product Management, Digital Marketing, Account Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Humanities
Retired November 2013 - Present
Navarre Corporation September 1984 - October 2013
Musicland 2000 - 2001
Musicland Group 1984 - 2001
Education
University of Minnesota Law School 1975 — 1978
JD cum laude, Law
IBM Senior ConsultantInformix Software1996 - 2001
Musicland 1992 - 1996
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1997 — 2001
MBA, Entrepreneurial Studies
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1988 — 1992
BME, Mechanical Engineering
UnitedHealth Group December 2010 - Present
Accenture on Best Buy account 2007 - December 2010
Accenture at Best Buy June 2008 - December 2009
Accenture on Best Buy account 2002 - 2007
Musicland 2000 - 2002
Skills
TWS, Technical Writing, Process Improvement, Linux, Windows Server, HP-UX, XP, SharePoint, Microsoft Office, Windows, Team Leadership, Visio, Customer Service
Education
Tecnológico de Monterrey
Navarre Corporation February 2009 - Present
Navarre Corporation April 2003 - February 2009
Musicland May 2000 - April 2003
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Pricing, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Forecasting, Account Management, Product Development, Management, Sales, SAP, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, P, Product Marketing, Sales Management, Supply Chain
Education
Saint Mary's University of Minnesota 1999 — 2003
Shamrock Manufacturing April 2003 - May 2015
Musicland/Sam Goody 1987 - 2003
Musicland Group 1979 - 2003
Sam Goody/The Musicland Group 1989 - 2002
Musicland 1979 - 2002
Skills
Budgeting, Customer Service, Retail, Profit, Merchandising, Retail Management, P&L, Sales Management, Loss Prevention, Coaching, Purchasing, Performance Management, Team Building, Promotions, Problem Solving, Vendor Relations, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Store Management, Sales, Management, Inventory Control, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, Forecasting
Education
The University of Akron 1976 — 1979
Business
. Sr Data Base AdministratorThe Toro CompanyJanuary 1996 - December 2008
Analysts International 1992 - 1995
Burlington Northern Railroad 1992 - 1994
Northwestern National Life Insurance (ING) 1984 - 1992
St Paul Companies 1983 - 1984
Musicland 1983 - 1983
Hennepin County 1975 - 1982
Skills
Oracle DBA, IMS DBA, DB2 DBA, DB2, Databases, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Documentation, Oracle, Disaster Recovery
Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa
MS, Information and Computer Science
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BChem, Chemistry
Gap Inc. 1997 - 2003
Payless Shoe Source October 1994 - January 1996
Musicland May 1989 - October 1994
Consumers Distributing March 1986 - May 1989
Abraham and Straus August 1984 - March 1986
Macy's November 1982 - August 1984
Education
Rowan University 1980 — 1982
BA, Criminal Justice
Haworth Marketing + Media November 2014 - Present
Hunt Adkins - Contract December 2013 - November 2014
Freelance Media Buyer November 2013 - November 2014
Martin Williams January 2013 - February 2013
Compass Point Media / Campbell Mithun 1994 - January 2013
Musicland 1990 - 1994
MUSICLAND 1990 - 1994
Blair Television 1986 - 1989
Skills
Media Strategy, Media Buying, Media Planning, Outdoor Advertising, Traditional Media, comScore, Radio, Digital Media, Radio Advertising, Digital Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Broadcast, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Team Leadership, Interactive Marketing, Online Advertising, Direct Response, New Media, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Television
Education
St. Cloud State University 1980 — 1985
Bachelors
The Toro Company March 2011 - Present
The Toro Company November 2006 - March 2011
Musicland 2001 - 2005
Skills
Forecasting, Retail, Access, Vendor Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Management
Education
Saint John's University 1997 — 2001
BA, Economics
The Southern Landscape Group January 2011 - Present
KMH Design April 2009 - Present
LandDesign November 2003 - March 2009
JDavis Architects January 2003 - November 2003
North Carolina State University November 2001 - May 2003
Best Buy October 1995 - July 1997
Karl's Sales & Service February 1992 - August 1995
A&M Records 1990 - 1992
Musicland 1986 - 1990
Skills
Site Planning, Land Use Planning, Landscape Architecture, Landscape Design, Construction Management, Land Use, Submittals, Landscaping, Site Plans
Education
North Carolina State University 2000 — 2003
MLA, Landscape Architecture
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2001 — 2002
Graduate Minor, City and Regional Planning
North Carolina State University 1997 — 2000
B.A., Multidisciplinary Studies
Jacksonville Sr. High 1978 — 1981
Verisk Retail January 2015 - Present
Creative Channel Services December 2012 - December 2014
Creative Channel Services July 2012 - November 2012
Best Buy July 2007 - May 2012
Best Buy January 2000 - July 2007
Musicland June 1994 - January 2000
Skills
P&L Management, Merchandising, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Sales Management, New Business Development, Business Development, Income Statement, Store Management, Strategy, P&L, Vendor Relations, Retail Management, Training & Development, Employee Training, Retail, Sales Operations, Inventory Management, Management, Forecasting, Big Box, Sales, B2B, Loss Prevention, Negotiation, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Operations Management, Vendor Management, Performance Management, Customer Experience, Program Management, Change Management, Time Management, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Customer Service, Profit, Analysis, Customer Retention, Hiring, Multi-channel Retail, Team Building, Pricing, Retail Sales, Project Management, Account Management, Competitive Analysis
Education
University at Buffalo 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts Communications
Life Time - The Healthy Way of Life Company November 2014 - Present
Lifetime Fitness August 2012 - November 2014
Advance Auto Parts June 2009 - December 2011
Best Buy January 2001 - February 2009
Musicland 1993 - 2001
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 1987 — 1989
MBA, Marketing/Finance
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1982 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business/Accounting
Video Guidance May 2013 - Present
Video Guidance June 2004 - April 2010
Musicland September 2002 - June 2004
Next Generation Network May 2000 - October 2001
Skills
Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Art, Brochures, Creative Direction, Graphics, Magazines, Marketing, Retail, Video, Brand Development, Art Direction, Email Marketing
Education
Academy Education Center 1999 — 2000
Associates, Interactive Web, Graphic Design
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1998 — 1999
Arts
The Right Staff February 2014 - Present
IKEA 2010 - December 2013
Arbonne International 2007 - 2009
Loffler Companies 2007 - 2008
Doherty Employment Group 1998 - 2007
Jostens 1997 - 1999
Jacobs Trading Company 1994 - 1997
Musicland 1993 - 1994
CVN 1987 - 1990
Cable Value Network (CVN) 1987 - 1990
Skills
Marketing, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Sales, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1979 — 1984
BIS, Communications, Theater, English Lit
Cedarburg High School
Holiday Companies March 1997 - Present
Musicland April 1995 - March 1997
Barnes & Noble August 1979 - April 1992
B Dalton Bookseller 1979 - 1992
Casselton Public Schools August 1978 - May 1979
Skills
Inventory Control, Customer Service, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, P&L Management
Education
North Dakota State University 1976 — 1978
BS, Education
High School 1970 — 1974
Apria Healthcare November 2003 - Present
Lenscrafters March 1999 - October 2005
Musicland May 1997 - March 1999
Skills
Recruiting
Education
Rock Valley College 1998 — 2002
Associate of Arts, General Studies* 2002
Minnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance Business and Membership ManagerMinnesota Ovarian Cancer Alliance2006 - 2011
Jakks Pacific January 1999 - December 2000
Musicland 1987 - 1998
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1980 — 1985
General Design
Woodforest National Bank May 2007 - Present
Circuit City 2003 - 2007
Musicland 1993 - 1996
Skills
Customer Service, Inventory Management, Coaching, Strategic Planning, P&L Management, Retail, Credit, Hiring, Retail Management, Banking, Profitability, Profit, Store Management, Customer Satisfaction, Income Statement, Loss Prevention, P, Customer Experience, Sales
Education
Ohio State University-Lima Campus 1993 — 1995
Business Administration, Management and Operations
Advance Auto Parts September 2008 - January 2015
Musicland 1986 - June 2006
Musicland Group September 1982 - June 1986
Skills
Inventory Management, Store Management, Merchandising, Assortment, Profit, Forecasting, Management, Store Operations, Purchasing, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Income Statement, Inventory Control, Demand Planning, Big Box, P&L, Training, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Experience, Budgets, JDA, Retail, Leadership, CPFR
Education
Rochester Community and Technical College
Accounting and Computer Science
Dolce International H R DirectorDolce Hotels & Resorts2005 - Present
Musicland Group 1987 - 2005
Musicland/Sam Goody 1987 - 2005
Musicland 1987 - 2005
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
BS, Elementary Education
Transition Advisors, LLC 2013 - Present
Ingram Entertainment February 1988 - January 2013
Sight & Sound Distributors March 1983 - January 1988
Musicland September 1978 - March 1983
Skills
Sales Management, Promotions, Customer Service, Account Management, Customer Relations, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Retail, Team Building, Event Planning, Inventory Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Merchandising, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Product Development, Entertainment, B2B, Business Development, Fundraising, Inside Sales, Recruiting, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Human Resources, Management, Forecasting, Social Media, Sales Operations, Budgets, Social Media Marketing, Product Marketing, Event Management, Social Networking, Digital Media, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Negotiation, CRM, Competitive Analysis
Education
Webster University 1990 — 1993
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1977 — 1978
Securian Financial Group April 2014 - Present
Securian Financial Group August 2012 - Present
Securian Financial Group November 2007 - July 2012
Musicland August 2002 - May 2004
Musicland January 2001 - August 2002
Skills
SAS, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Access, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Business Objects, Business Intelligence, Analysis, SQL, Databases, Insurance, Software Documentation, Visio, Training, Project Management, VBA, SharePoint
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1996 — 2000
Business, Finance
Michaels Stores, Inc. May 2013 - Present
Staples October 2006 - May 2013
Staples July 2005 - September 2006
Staples January 2000 - June 2005
Staples August 1999 - December 1999
Musicland March 1998 - July 1999
Office Depot 1995 - 1997
Skills
Loss Prevention, Store Management, Merchandising, Retail, Big Box, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Shrinkage, Sales Management, CPFR, Store Operations, Team Building, Profit, People Development, Coaching, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Sales Growth, Revenue & Profit Growth, Leadership Development, Build Strong Teams, Multi-unit, P&L Management, Inventory Control, Sales, Training, Recruiting, Sales Process, Retail Sales, Hiring, New Store Development, Multi-Unit Management, Cold Calling, Planograms, Customer Experience, Human Resources, Customer Service, Leadership, Visual Merchandising, Driving Results, Customer Retention, District Management, P&L, Selling, New Store Openings, Merchandise Planning, Process Scheduler, Maintenance Management, Associate Development, Budgets
Education
UNC Asheville 1992 — 1994
Spartanburg Methodist College 1992 — 1992
Associate of Arts (AA), Criminal Justice
Department of Public Safety - University of Hartford July 2010 - Present
Department of Public Safety - University of Hartford July 2006 - February 2011
Department of Public Safety - University of Hartford July 2004 - July 2006
Tickets.com August 1994 - July 2004
University of Hartford Box Office May 1988 - July 1994
Cambridge One-Stop April 1986 - June 1988
Strawberries Records & Tapes 1983 - 1986
MusicLand 1980 - 1983
Skills
Program Management, Troubleshooting, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Research, Personnel Management, Team Building, Management, Microsoft Excel, Team Leadership, Training, Staff Development, Leadership, Nonprofits, Social Media
Education
University of Hartford 1988 — 2006
BA, History
Northeastern University 1981 — 1981
Liberal Arts
Antares Pharma, Inc. March 2001 - Present
Musicland 1994 - 2001
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1982 — 1985
BS, Accounting
Best Buy June 2011 - Present
Best Buy May 2003 - June 2011
Musicland April 2001 - April 2003
Best Buy August 1999 - March 2001
Fairway Food Inc September 1993 - August 1999
Holiday Companies March 1986 - August 1992
Skills
Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Leadership, Operations Management, Warehousing, Logistics, Inventory Control
Education
North Dakota State University 1978 — 1981
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
UnitedHealthcare February 2012 - Present
CognitiveDATA, Inc. February 2006 - February 2012
Musicland March 2005 - January 2006
Provident Funding Associates L.P. October 2004 - January 2005
Skills
SAS, SPSS, Excel, Access, Data Analysis, Analytics, Microsoft Office, Project Management, PowerPoint, Database Marketing, Statistics, Forecasting, SAS programming, Microsoft Word, Research, Microsoft Excel
Education
University of Minnesota-Morris 2000 — 2004
BA, Statistics, Management
SUPERVALU April 2007 - Present
Caribou Coffee 2005 - 2007
Buffalo Wild Wings 1999 - 2005
FAO Schwarz 1994 - 1998
Musicland 1989 - 1995
Skills
Retail, Construction Management, Architectural Design, Budgets, Integrated Marketing, Management, Construction, Procurement, Time Management, Store Management, Project Management, Process Scheduler, Program Management, Project Planning, Renovation, Facilities Management, Purchasing, Contract Management, MS Project, Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Operations Management, Cross-functional Team..., Team Leadership, Inventory Management, P&L, P&L Management, Process Improvement
Education
South Hennepin Technical College 1976 — 1978
Associate's Degree, Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
North Hennepin Community College 1974 — 1976
Associate's Degree, Achitecture
Vans December 2007 - Present
Hot Topic November 1999 - March 2006
Frederick's of Hollywood 1997 - 1998
Musicland 1995 - 1997
Skills
Retail, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Store Operations, Store Management, Footwear, Customer Service, Loss Prevention, Management, Employee Training, Apparel, Retail Sales, Window Displays, Fashion, New Store Openings, Driving Results, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Hiring, Personnel Development, Customer Engagement, Command, Strategic, Relator, Significance, Activator, Inventory Control, Large Group Facilitation, Presentation Development, Networking, Team Building
Education
University of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
MM/HRM, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Western International University 2005 — 2007
Associate of Arts (AA), Business Administration and Management, General
Cabrillo College August 2010 - Present
Cabrillo College August 2008 - August 2010
Trans World Entertainment April 2006 - January 2008
Musicland July 2002 - April 2006
Skills
Textbooks, Retail Buying, Data Entry, Management, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Merchandising, Training, Leadership, Committees, Office Procedures, Social Media, Retail, Mac, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Organizational...
Education
University of California, Santa Cruz 1993 — 1995
BA, Art History
Skyline College 1990 — 1993
AA, Liberal Arts
Rapid Packaging Inc. October 2010 - Present
B'nai Emet Synagogue 2008 - 2010
Musicland 1999 - 2006
Skills
Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Budgets, Accounts Receivable, New Business Development, Retail, Marketing, Accounts Payable, Customer Service, Sales, Event Planning, Small Business, Leadership, Recruiting, Account Management, Team Building
Education
Rasmussen College
Bachelor's Degree, Human Resources Management and Services
North Hennepin Community College 2001 — 2004
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Accounting and Finance
Scot Lewis Cosmetology
Managers License, Cosmetology/Cosmetologist, General
OptumHealth February 2014 - Present
OptumHealth August 2013 - Present
Optum February 2012 - August 2013
Wolters Kluwer Financial Services December 2009 - February 2012
Wolters Kluwer Financial Services July 2006 - December 2009
Saks Incorporated September 1999 - February 2002
Musicland December 1992 - September 1999
Skills
Business Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Forecasting, Visio, Software Documentation, SQL, Data Analysis, Business Process..., Analysis, Business Intelligence
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Science, Business, Logistics and Marketing
Currently Unemployed May 2012 - Present
Bravo Health February 2011 - May 2012
Ruth's Chris Steak House December 2005 - January 2011
Peerce's Plantation June 2005 - December 2005
GMR Marketing April 2004 - October 2004
Ruth's Chris Steak House May 2001 - June 2004
Piccolo's Restaurant November 1998 - May 2001
Musicland November 1996 - November 1998
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Claims Handling, Facebook, Twitter, Computer Hardware, Bartending, Food Service
Education
University of Baltimore 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Information Technology
Follett Higher Education Group December 2006 - Present
Musicland July 1999 - June 2006
Education
Truckee Meadows Community College
Lowe's Companies, Inc. September 2007 - Present
PetSmart September 2007 - August 2014
Kohl's Department Stores May 2003 - August 2007
Musicland November 2000 - May 2003
Best Buy May 1998 - May 2003
Shopko 1985 - 1998
Skills
Access, Process Improvement, Retail, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Project Management, Software Documentation, Data Analysis, Visio, PowerPoint, Forecasting, Business Analysis, Microsoft Office, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Leadership, Training
Education
St. Cloud State University 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
Green Mitten Jams July 2012 - Present
Barnes & Noble August 1997 - June 2013
Baseball Heroes of Oakland County/Oakland County Cruisers June 2011 - September 2011
JNS Sales/Shady Lane Sunglasses September 1988 - September 2011
Barnes & Noble January 1997 - August 1997
Barnes & Noble November 1996 - January 1997
Musicland January 1996 - June 1996
Musicland August 1994 - January 1996
Borders September 1993 - March 1994
Skills
Retail Sales, Music Industry, Loss Prevention, Baseball
Education
Northwestern Michigan College 1991 — 1993
Associate of the Arts, Psychology
Family Dollar January 2013 - June 2013
McDonald's Corporation September 2012 - January 2013
John G. Shedd Aquarium November 2011 - January 2012
GameStop September 2007 - February 2010
Edwards Brothers Malloy October 2006 - August 2007
FedEx Office August 2005 - August 2006
Gorman's August 2004 - July 2005
CUTCO Cutlery June 2003 - September 2003
Farmer Jack April 2002 - May 2003
Musicland June 2002 - August 2002
Education
Oakland Community College 2003 — 2005
Graphic Design, 3.4
Bed Bath & Beyond October 2013 - Present
Transworld Entertainment March 2006 - October 2013
Musicland December 1999 - March 2006
Skills
Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Store Operations, Planograms, Shrinkage, Profit, Inventory Control, New Store Openings, Merchandise Planning, Retail Sales, Inventory Management, Retail
Education
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Communication and Media Studies