Preferred Hotel Group
Industry: Company
DescriptionPreferred Hotels & Resorts comprises more than 650 independent hotels, resorts, residences, and hotel groups across 85 countries. The company's corporate headquarters is in Newport Beach, California, and it has nearly 40 sales offices worldwide. Headquarters: Chicago, IL Founded: 1968 Number of locations: Nearly 40 Number of employees: 12400+ Subsidiaries: Sterling Hotels & Resorts, Summit Hotels & Resorts, Parent organization: Preferred Hospitality Group
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FLEX College Prep March 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group October 2014 - October 2014
Department of Mathematics, UCLA September 2012 - September 2013
Admissions and Records Office, Foothill College April 2010 - August 2010
Skills
SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL, Access, Microsoft Excel, R, Tableau, Microsoft Office, Statistics, Matlab, Python
Education
UC Irvine, Extension 2015 — 2015
Data Science
University of California, Los Angeles 2011 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Applied Mathematics, 3.3
Foothill College 2010 — 2011
Mathematics, 3.6
Shaw + Scott April 2014 - Present
Responsys June 2010 - March 2014
StrongMail Systems November 2009 - May 2010
The Email Advisor November 2008 - October 2009
Premiere Global Services September 2006 - October 2008
m-k-t-g Edel Partners June 2006 - September 2006
Preferred Hotel Group January 2003 - May 2006
W Hotels August 2002 - December 2002
Swisstotel April 1998 - August 2002
Skills
Email Marketing, Project Planning, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Online Marketing, Hotel Management, Meeting Planning, Digital Marketing, Sales Process, Sales, Web Marketing, CRM, E-commerce, Lead Generation, Multi-channel Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing, Management
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1989 — 1993
Bachelor
Preferred Hotels & Resorts January 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group May 2008 - Present
ResortCom International September 2006 - April 2008
Interval International 2004 - 2006
Doral Golf Resort & Spa January 2001 - August 2002
Mandarin Oriental Miami 2000 - 2001
Skills
Business Development, Resorts, Management, Account Management, Marketing, Sales Management, Sales, Hotels, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Yield Management, Budgets, Revenue Analysis, Strategic Partnerships, Hospitality, New Business Development, Food & Beverage, Email Marketing, Event Management, Forecasting, Advertising, Market Planning, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Tourism, Online Marketing, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Marketing Communications
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 2003 — 2005
Master of Business Administration
Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business 1994 — 1998
BBA
Deerfield Bannockburn Fire Protection District June 2014 - Present
Grandwood Park Park District January 2011 - May 2014
Preferred Hotel Group August 2006 - August 2010
Accenture 1998 - 2002
Skills
Financial Reporting, Forecasting, Budgets, Revenue Analysis, Pricing
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1990 — 1993
B.B.A., Accounting
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. October 2014 - Present
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. November 2008 - October 2014
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. November 2006 - November 2008
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. March 2005 - November 2006
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. March 2004 - March 2005
Preferred Hotel Group September 2002 - February 2004
Alta Vista Search Engine June 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Team Leadership, Ideation, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, SEO, Marketing, Hospitality Industry, Blogging, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Management, SEM, Integrated Marketing, Hotels, Online Marketing, Competitive Analysis, CRM, Strategy, Market Planning, Copywriting
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1998 — 2002
BS, Advertising, Minor in Economics
FirstService Residential September 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group September 2013 - February 2015
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC August 2012 - July 2013
White Lodging Services July 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Spanish, Teamwork, Emotional Intelligence, Team Coordination, Training Skills, Cost Control, Analytical Abilities, world class customer..., Creative Problem Solving, effective customer..., Proven Leadership Skills, human asset development, proficient in multi -..., effective communication..., Microsoft Office, Customer Requirements, Communication Skills, Multi Tasking, Training, Analytical Skills, Team Building, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Tactfulness, Hotels, Time Management, World Class Customer..., Hospitality, Hotel Management, Leadership Development, E-commerce, Tourism, Yield Management, Hospitality Industry, Management, Property Management..., Revenue Analysis, Rooms Division, Concierge Services, Restaurants, Resorts, Front Office, Banquets, Hotel Booking, Customer Service, Communication, Leadership
Education
Sheffield Hallam University 2008 — 2012
BSc International Hotel Management, graduated with honors
Varpas Gymnasium, Klaipeda, Lithuania 1995 — 2007
Secondary School
Silverado Vineyards August 2015 - Present
Allis Collective January 2014 - March 2015
Preferred Hotel Group September 2006 - January 2014
United Business Media February 2005 - September 2006
Distinctive Assets June 2003 - February 2005
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Creative and Art..., Publications, Editorial, Public Relations, Real Estate, Project Management, Management, Advertising, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Client Relationship..., Hospitality, Hotels, Email Marketing, Publishing, Event Management, Online Marketing, Budgets, CRM, Social Media Marketing, Employee Training, Trade Shows
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 2001 — 2004
Merchandise Marketing & Visual Communications, Fashion
San Ramon Valley High School 1999 — 2001
Loeber Communications May 2012 - Present
InterContinental Boston January 2008 - May 2012
Kortenhaus Communications February 2005 - January 2008
Preferred Hotel Group May 2004 - December 2004
Stonewater - Spas, Salons, Boutiques April 2002 - September 2003
Lou Hammond & Associates June 1999 - March 2002
The Leading Hotels of the World April 1998 - May 1999
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Luxury, Hospitality, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Event Management, Business Development, Boutique Hotels, Opening Hotels, Spa, Travel, Luxury Lifestyle, Tourism, Corporate Communications, Magazines
Education
Cornell University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), School of Hotel Administration
Sertifi, Inc. September 2015 - Present
The Corporate Presence November 2011 - September 2015
Coldwell Banker July 2010 - November 2011
Cantaloupe September 2009 - June 2010
ClubCorp February 2008 - August 2009
T.A. Davis & Associates October 2006 - February 2008
Coldwell Banker August 2001 - October 2006
Preferred Hotel Group February 1996 - March 1998
Westin Hotels 1991 - 1996
Skills
Social Media, Advertising, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Business Development, Creative Direction, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Lead Generation, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Real Estate, Newsletters, Sales, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing
Education
Purdue University 1985 — 1989
BS, Hotel & Restaurant Management
Global Vantage, Ltd. November 2014 - Present
Live Nation Entertainment- Boomrat July 2014 - November 2014
Auction.com June 2013 - June 2014
Preferred Hotel Group June 2012 - August 2012
Vector Marketing June 2009 - June 2011
Skills
Marketing Communications, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Music Composition, Songwriting, Sales Management, Developing Sales Leads, Sales Presentations, Developing..., Advertising, Highly personable, Highly Ambitious, Confidence Building, Entertainment, Creative..., Creative Writing, Creative Problem Solving, Enthusiastic..., Enthusiasm to learn, Adaptability, Performing Arts, Personal Development, Performance Management, Persuasive Presentation..., Public Speaking, Persistence, Customer Follow-up, Goal Oriented, Leadership, Team-oriented, Motivational, Positive Energy, Music Theory, Music Production, Electronic Music, Mentoring, Tenacious Work Ethic, Composition, Microsoft Excel
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music Major, Business Marketing Minor
Lifes2good August 2013 - Present
myInsens November 2011 - January 2015
Chicago South Asian Film Festival June 2010 - February 2013
Preferred Hotel Group March 2010 - October 2011
Tribune Media Services November 2008 - April 2010
Aladdin November 2007 - November 2008
Skills
Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Facebook, SEO, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Digital Marketing, Market Analysis, Online Advertising, E-commerce, E-commerce SEO, Web Marketing, Web Analytics, Omniture, Social Media, Microsoft CRM, Salesforce.com, Adobe, Project Planning, Project Implementation, Young Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Strategy, PPC, SEM, Leadership, Lead Generation, Mobile Marketing, Marketing, Digital Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Multi-channel Marketing, Management
Education
DePaul University
BA, Marketing & Business Management
Keller Williams Realty May 2014 - Present
Fidelity Investments February 2012 - May 2014
Sabre Hospitality Solutions January 2011 - January 2012
Preferred Hotel Group 1994 - 1995
Oak Brook Hills Hotel & Resort 1993 - 1994
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts 1985 - 1992
Skills
Event Management, Front Office, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Hotels, Sales Management, Time Management, Hospitality, Customer Service, Budgets
Education
Illinois State University 1983 — 1985
Communications
Preferred Hotels & Resorts September 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group January 2014 - September 2014
Preferred Hotel Group August 2012 - January 2014
Westin Hotels & Resorts October 2011 - July 2012
Westin O'Hare June 2010 - September 2010
Kendall College February 2010 - July 2010
Westin Michigan Avenue August 2009 - November 2009
Bath & Body Works May 2008 - November 2009
Skills
Spanish, Hospitality Industry, Micros, Microsoft Office, Front Office, Hospitality, Hotels, Property Management..., Customer Service
Education
Kendall College 2008 — 2011
BA, Hospitality Management
SurePayroll April 2009 - Present
Indymac Bank November 2006 - July 2008
Preferred Hotel Group April 2002 - November 2006
Skills
Lead Generation, Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Product Marketing, Salesforce.com, New Business Development, CRM, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Project Management, Partner Management, Cross-functional Team..., Product Training, Launch Products, Market Intelligence, Business Development, Leadership, Market Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
MBA, Marketing and Management
University of Wisconsin-Madison
BA, Behavioral Science & Law
Accenture February 2015 - Present
Accenture 2012 - February 2015
Heritage Travel July 2008 - December 2010
Historic Hotels of America-Preferred Hotel Group 1994 - June 2008
Edelman Public Relations January 1994 - June 1994
Preferred Hotel Group April 1989 - May 1993
WFDF/WDZZ Radio 1986 - May 1988
Skills
Media Relations, Public Relations, Publicity, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Marketing Strategy, Press Releases, Press Kits, Press Conferences, Social Media, Writing, Speech Writing, Corporate Communications, Editing, Corporate Blogging, Hospitality, Hotels, Tourism
Education
Alma College 1983 — 1986
B.A., Business Administration
Powers High School 1979 — 1982
Independent Hospitality Consultants February 2014 - Present
Keller Williams Commercial Division May 2014 - Present
Forbes Travel Guide February 2013 - February 2014
Preferred Hotel Group June 1999 - January 2013
American Hotel & Lodging Association April 1992 - May 1999
Berens Asset Mgmt. 1989 - 1991
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Yield Management, Hotels, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Banquets, Catering, Restaurants, Tourism, Pre-opening, Resorts, Front Office, Hotel Management, Team Building, Budgets, Luxury, Meeting Planning, Operations Management, Travel Management, Public Relations, Sales, Event Management, Building Strong..., Financially Astute, Goal-oriented..., Superior Organization, Strong Authentication, Performance Attribution, Food, SuccessFactors, Income Statement, Maintaining Strong..., Superior Client Service, Strong Business Acumen, Business Intelligence, Market Intelligence, Leisure Travel, Menu Development, Historic Preservation, Restaurant Management, Business Travel, Corporate Events
Education
The George Washington University - School of Business 1990 — 1991
University of Virginia 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Civil Engineering
Travaasa Experiential Resorts May 2014 - Present
Travaasa Experiential Resorts 2012 - 2014
Preferred Hotel Group 2009 - 2012
Chumash Casino Resort and Hotel Corque 2007 - 2009
D.R. Nelson and Associates 2004 - 2007
Hilton Chicago 2005 - 2006
Skills
Revenue Management, Team Management, Brand Development, Marketing Strategy, Food & Beverage, Training Presentations, Task Management, Contract Negotiation, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality, Resorts, Marketing, Yield Management, Budgets, Pre-opening, Wine, Front Office, Restaurants, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Hotels, Food, Forecasting, Sales, Management, Tourism, Training, Trade Shows, Restaurant Management, Meeting Planning, Leadership, Banquets, Micros, Catering, Hotel Booking, Opening Hotels, Casino
Education
Cornell University
Certificate, Hotel Revenue Management
University of Denver
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration
Limon High School
Cornell University
Certificate, Hotel Real Estate Investments and Asset Management
Preferred Hotels & Resorts January 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group January 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group April 2010 - December 2012
Northcourse/Group RCI/Wyndham Worldwide February 2007 - January 2010
Hyatt Hotels and Resorts 1997 - 2007
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Hotels, Resorts, Hospitality, Front Office, Tourism, Rooms Division, Pre-opening, Micros, Event Management, Forecasting, Budgets, Trade Shows, Business Planning, Market Analysis, E-commerce, Revenue Forecasting, Business Travel, Travel Management, Opening Hotels, Leisure, Online Travel, Hotel Booking, Strategic Planning, Food & Beverage, Property Management..., Luxury, Leisure Travel, GDS, Lodging, Online Marketing
Education
Cornell University 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
Judson School, Arizona 1987 — 1989
Mattson Creative November 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group May 2012 - November 2013
Wellen January 2011 - June 2012
Simply Retail 2008 - 2009
Yum! Brands June 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Microsoft Excel, Data Entry, Marketing Strategy, Facebook, Social Networking, Marketing, Social Media, Event Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Time Management, Blogging, Publicity, Online Marketing, PowerPoint, Press Releases, Adobe Creative Suite, Email Marketing, Media Relations, WordPress, Newsletters, Editing, Copywriting, Photoshop, Creative Writing, InDesign, Online Advertising, Tumblr, Brand Development, Google Analytics, SEO, Digital Marketing, Cision, Trade Shows, Digital Media, Sponsorship, Strategic Communications
Education
Chapman University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General
University of Wollongong
Communication, General
Codifyd March 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group June 2012 - March 2013
TiasNimbas Business School 2006 - June 2012
JWT September 2005 - December 2006
Rotterdam School of Management September 2000 - August 2005
Skills
Writing for Web..., Web Project Management, Sense of Design..., SEO, Social Media, Online Marketing, Web Content, Blogging, Google Analytics, Teaching, Content Management, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, CMS, Marketing Communications, Web Analytics, Writing, HTML, Web Design, Corporate Communications, SEO copywriting, User Experience, E-commerce, User Interface Design, Project Management, Content Strategy, Analytics, Web Marketing, Advertising, Creative Direction, Information Architecture, Content Development, Marketing, Web Content Management, Photoshop, Digital Marketing, Mobile Devices, Digital Strategy
Education
University of Amsterdam 2005 — 2007
Master of Arts, Cum Laude, Discourse and Argumentation Studies
Hogeschool Rotterdam 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Cum Laude, Fine Arts (Autonome)
Ambassador University 1992 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, Magna Cum Laude, English Major
Langham Hospitality Group December 2013 - Present
Bacara Resort and Spa December 2011 - December 2013
Preferred Hotel Group January 2007 - December 2011
Loews Hotels 1999 - 2004
Hotel Del Coronado November 1986 - June 1999
Skills
Cooking, Selling, Parenting, Crosswork Puzzles:), Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Spa, Luxury, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Management, Yield Management, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage, Pre-opening
Education
University of California, San Diego 1982 — 1986
Economics
Dos Pueblos High School 1977 — 1981
Arrowmac September 2011 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group August 2014 - December 2014
Irvine Company June 2010 - October 2011
Sprint Nextel May 2009 - June 2010
Doner January 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Management, Account Management, Marketing, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Branding & Identity, Social Networking, Social Media, Marketing Management, Business Development, Selling, Copywriting, Creative Direction, SEO, Web Design, Competitive Analysis, Integrated Marketing, Leadership
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Business Administration and Management, General
Orange Coast College 2005 — 2009
Marketing Certification, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
CCRA Travel Solutions July 2014 - Present
CARINO Hospitality Group September 2013 - August 2014
Amadeus May 2013 - September 2013
CARINO Hotel Group January 2002 - April 2013
Preferred Hotel Group 1997 - 2001
WORLDHOTELS 1995 - 1997
The Plaza, A Fairmont Managed Hotel 1992 - 1995
Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Event Planning, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Budgets, Sales Management, New Business Development, Restaurants, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Public Speaking, Social Media, Marketing, Public Relations, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Travel Management, Sales, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Yield Management, Revenue Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Tourism, Business Travel, Trade Shows, Customer Satisfaction, Hotel Management, Account Management, E-commerce
Education
Johnson and Wales University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Huntington High School 1982 — 1985
Chatham Bars Inn January 2014 - October 2014
Task Force Director of Sales & Marketing January 2013 - December 2013
Preferred Hotel Group October 2004 - January 2013
Arizona Biltmore April 2003 - September 2004
Ritz Carlton Kapalua January 2001 - April 2003
Carefree Resorts September 1995 - December 2000
Arizona Biltmore Resort and Spa 1985 - 1995
Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Management, Yield Management, Food & Beverage, Hotel Management, Tourism, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Meeting Planning, Catering, Event Management, Sales Management, Sales, Rooms Division, Pre-opening, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Incentives
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 1975 — 1980
Framingham North High 1970 — 1974
Preferred Hotel Group February 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group April 2013 - January 2015
Leo Burnett Group July 2012 - March 2013
AIT Worldwide Logistics January 2011 - June 2012
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Great Plains Software, Financial Accounting, Auditing, Financial Analysis, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Forecasting
Education
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance
Preferred Hotels & Resorts November 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group May 2013 - Present
Chicago Tribune Media Group September 2012 - January 2013
Tribune Company September 2010 - November 2012
TimesNewspapers January 2010 - June 2010
Ecology Action Center August 2009 - December 2009
Skills
Proofreading, Editing, Newsletters, Copy Editing, AP Style, Microsoft Office, Newspaper, Web Content, Newspapers, Wordpress, Time Management, Customer Service, Content Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, Adobe Creative Suite, Organization, Chicago Manual, MLA style, Phone Etiquette, Technical Writing, Writing, Inbound Sales, Social Media, Web Content Management, SEO, Newsletter Production, HTML, Facebook, WordPress
Education
Illinois State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Publishing Sequence
FRHI Hotels and Resorts February 2011 - Present
Noble House Hotels & Resorts 2009 - January 2011
Preferred Hotel Group December 2003 - November 2009
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts 1983 - 1986
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Yield Management, Meeting Planning, Catering, Hotel Management, Food & Beverage, Revenue Analysis, Tourism, Hospitality Management, Contract Negotiation, Hospitality, International Sales, Sales Management, Leadership, Account Management, Incentives, Sales, Manage Client..., Hotel Booking, Pre-opening, Front Office, Convention Services, Trade Shows, Banquets, Business Travel, Corporate Events, Leisure
Education
John Adams High School
St. John's University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Insurance
St. John's University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Insurance
WORLDHOTELS August 2010 - Present
Hard Rock Hotel Chicago August 2009 - August 2010
Wyndham Hotel Group June 2007 - August 2009
House of Blues Hotel Chicago December 2004 - June 2007
Hard Rock Hotel Chicago September 2003 - December 2004
Preferred Hotel Group 2001 - 2003
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Yield Management, Revenue Analysis, Resorts, International Sales, Tourism, Direct Sales, Sales, Business Travel, Meeting Planning, Contract Negotiation, Event Management, Travel Management, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Account Management, Pricing, Trade Shows, Budgets, Corporate Events, Leisure, Food & Beverage, Pre-opening, Rooms Division, Hotel Booking, Leisure Travel, Property Management..., Online Travel, Incentives, Opening Hotels, Catering, Incentive Travel, GDS, Opera, Micros, OnQ, Guest Service Management, Lodging, Tour Operators
Education
Northern Illinois University
B.S.
Adali E stevenson
eGiftify March 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group March 2014 - Present
NIZUC Resort & Spa July 2012 - March 2014
Fiesta Americana Grand Coral Beach Cancun Resort & Spa August 2010 - July 2012
MAXIMUM HOSPITALITY LLC June 2009 - August 2010
Hotel De Soleil South Beach April 2007 - June 2009
DOSM, Hotel De Soleil April 2007 - June 2009
MAXIMUM HOSPITALITY LLC September 2006 - April 2007
Morgans Hotel Group February 2000 - September 2006
Philips International Holding Corporation November 1997 - February 2000
Skills
Hospitality, Resorts, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Analysis, Hotel Management, Pre-opening, Budgets, Banquets, Food & Beverage, Trade Shows, Hospitality Management, Leisure, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Marketing, Yield Management, Marketing Strategy, Opening Hotels, Advertising, Sales, Convention Services, Tourism, Rooms Division, Luxury, Property Management..., OnQ, Hotel Booking, Front Office, Meeting Planning, Micros, Incentives
Education
New York University 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, International Business
Universidad de las Américas, A.C. 1996 — 1997
International Business
Forbes Travel Guide 2012 - Present
Mansion on Peachtree - A Rosewood Hotel & Residence June 2011 - May 2012
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts 2011 - 2012
Preferred Hotel Group March 2006 - June 2011
Skills
Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Yield Management, Hospitality Industry, Food & Beverage, Resorts, Hotel Management, Hospitality Management, Hospitality, Restaurants, Pre-opening, Catering, Front Office, Tourism, Luxury, Rooms Division, Management, Marketing Strategy, Banquets, Event Management, Leisure, Menu Development, Meeting Planning, Fine Dining, Property Management..., Incentives, Restaurant Management, Hotel Booking, Online Travel, Food, Sales, Corporate Events, Trade Shows, Wine, Travel Management, Social Media, Revenue Forecasting, Business Travel, Micros, Tour Operators, Spa, Culinary Skills, MICROS
Education
California State Polytechnic University-Pomona 1980 — 1985
Bachelor's degree, Hotel. Restaurant and Travel Management.
ReMax in the Village June 2013 - Present
StorCOM February 2010 - June 2013
Luxe Life Auctions, Ltd October 2009 - September 2010
WORLDHOTELS July 2008 - November 2009
at home design January 2005 - June 2008
Preferred Hotel Group September 2000 - September 2004
Morton's of Chicago September 1996 - March 1999
Skills
Marketing, Wine, Sales, Selling, New Business Development, Management, Retail, Entrepreneurship, Hotels, Contract Negotiation, Luxury, Real Estate, Project Management, Interior Design, Sales Management, Editing, Customer Service, Hospitality, Resorts, Tourism, Event Management, Marketing Strategy
Education
Syracuse University 1988 — 1992
BA, Political Science
Syracuse London Center 1990 — 1991
BA, National Security Policy Studies
Fresh Thyme Farmers Market 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group 2010 - 2013
SIRVA 2007 - 2010
PetSmart 2004 - 2006
The Walt Disney Company 1999 - 2002
McDonald's Corporation 1997 - 1999
Amoco Corporation 1986 - 1997
Skills
Finance, Forecasting, Mergers, Risk Management, Financial Planning &..., Treasury, Business Development, Corporate Development, P&L Management, Retail, Hospitality, Budgeting, Budget Management, Capital Planning, Private Equity, Cash Management, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Investment Analysis, International Business, MBA Finance, Board Presentations, Compliance & Control, Tax, Accounts Receivable..., Contract Review, Finance Systems, Cost Reduction, Billing and Collections, Discounted Cash Flow, Business Management, Economics, Staff Management, Staff Development, Product Management, Supply Chain Management, Joint Venture Management, Logistics, Pricing Strategy, Operations Planning, Joint Ventures, Mergers & Acquisitions, Budgets, Capital Budgeting, Accounts Receivable, Management, Valuation, Strategic Financial..., Business Strategy, Strategic Planning
Education
The University of Chicago - Booth School of Business
MBA, Finance and International Business
University of Notre Dame
Bachelors, Economics and Chemical Engineering
Vanguard Technology Corporation May 2012 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group July 2010 - May 2012
Preferred Hotel Group April 2010 - July 2010
NorthShore University HealthSystem January 2006 - August 2009
Dreamspider Solutions 2005 - 2007
Skills
JavaScript, SQL, C#, Web Development, Mathematics, CSS, ASP.NET, HTML, .NET, Visual Studio, AJAX, Microsoft SQL Server, Web Services, CMS, VB.NET, jQuery
Education
Georgia Institute of Technology
Master’s Degree, Computer Science
DePaul University
BS, Computer Science
Northeastern Illinois University
BA, Mathematics
FONA International July 2015 - Present
FONA International July 2014 - June 2015
Preferred Hotel Group January 2013 - June 2014
Preferred Hotel Group October 2010 - December 2012
Agentrics April 2010 - September 2010
A.T. Kearney January 2009 - March 2010
Protiviti (RHI) July 2007 - December 2008
Protiviti (RHI) October 2004 - June 2007
PricewaterhouseCoopers September 2002 - September 2004
PricewaterhouseCoopers May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Internal Controls, Auditing, Internal Audit, Accounting, External Audit, Financial Reporting, Tax, Financial Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, US GAAP, Risk Management, Finance, Management, Sarbanes-Oxley, Financial Accounting, Business Process..., Corporate Governance, Project Management, GAAP, Corporate Finance, Compliance, SAS70, Financial Audits, Process Improvement, Insurance, Operational Risk, Risk Assessment, Variance Analysis, General Ledger, Consolidation, Account Reconciliation, Cost Accounting, Financial Statements, Managerial Finance, Payroll, Leadership, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Strategy, Strategic Planning, P&L Management, P&L Analysis, Budgets, Change Management, Food, Flavors, Food Industry, IT Management, Legal Management, Business Planning
Education
Miami University 2001 — 2002
Masters of Accountancy, Accounting
Miami University 1997 — 2001
BS, Accounting, Finance
Certified Public Accountant (CPA)
Certification, Accounting
Preferred Hotels & Resorts and PHG Consulting November 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group November 2013 - November 2014
Preferred Hotel Group May 2007 - November 2013
Girls on the Run Chicago February 2005 - May 2007
Weight Watchers 1998 - 2005
St Josaphat School 1996 - 1997
Leo Burnett July 1986 - September 1990
Group W Satellite Communications 1982 - 1986
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing, Social Media, Copywriting, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, E-commerce, Internal Communications, Leadership, Direct Mail, Management, Strategic Communications
Education
DePaul University 1990 — 1992
Coursework completed for Masters, Elementary Education and Curriculum Development
Ohio University 1978 — 1982
BSJ, Advertising, PR, Journalism
FRHI Hotels & Resorts April 2014 - Present
Omni Hotels September 2012 - March 2014
Concorde Hotels & Resorts July 2008 - September 2011
The Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company LLC October 2007 - July 2008
Preferred Hotel Group December 2002 - December 2006
W Hotels January 2002 - December 2002
Swissotel New York September 1998 - September 2001
Skills
Luxury Lifestyle, International Sales, Domestic Sales, Leisure Travel, Business Travel, Key Account Management, Social Networking, Marketing, New Business Development, Hospitality, Tourism, B2B, Hotels, Resorts, Wine Knowledge, Foreign Languages, Social Media Marketing, Strategic Negotiations, B2B Sales, German, French, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphic Design, Sales Presentation..., Master Court of..., Fine Dining, Sales & Marketing Plans, Fulbright Scholar, Revenue Management, Leisure, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Revenue Analysis, Hotel Management, Negotiation, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Booking, Travel Management, Event Management, Hospitality Management, Pre-opening, Property Management..., Trade Shows, Meeting Planning, Food & Beverage, Convention Services, Front Office, Yield Management
Education
Humboldt University of Berlin 1997 — 1998
Kunstgeschichte
College of Charleston 1991 — 1995
BA/BS, Dual Degrees in German and Business Administration
Connection Minds February 2009 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group August 2007 - 2009
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts 2005 - 2007
Education
Universidad Anáhuac del Sur, A.C. 2002 — 2004
Masters Degree, International Management
Universidad Anáhuac del Sur, A.C. 1998 — 2001
Bachelors, Tourism Administration
Lexington College 1995 — 1996
Associate, Hospitality
Cornell University
PPD, Marketing Hospitality
Down Under Endeavours July 2013 - Present
Vibrant Media April 2012 - June 2013
Vibrant Media June 2010 - March 2012
Chicago Office Technology Group May 2009 - August 2009
Preferred Hotel Group May 2008 - August 2008
Brighter Minds Media, Inc. May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Sales, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing, Market Research, Advertising, Interactive Marketing, Online Marketing, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Sales Process, Digital Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Media Planning, Mobile Advertising
Education
Miami University 2006 — 2010
BS degree, Communications
Miami University Dolibois European Center
University of Southern California February 2012 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group December 2009 - January 2012
Grant Associates January 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Special Events, Hotels, Sponsorship, Event Management, Hospitality, Resorts, Promotions, Site Inspections, Public Relations, Corporate Events, Entertainment, Catering, Trade Shows, Meeting Planning, Budgets, Event Planning, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage
Education
Chapman University
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Studies
London College of Fashion 2002 — 2004
Fashion Marketing & Promotion
Quizlet January 2013 - Present
CollectorsWeekly January 2012 - January 2013
CollectorsWeekly May 2010 - January 2012
Preferred Hotel Group January 2010 - March 2010
J.Crew November 2009 - March 2010
Chicago Center for Green Technology May 2009 - March 2010
Preferred Hotel Group December 2009 - December 2009
Apartment Realty Advisors May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Social Media, Product Marketing, Account Management, User Experience, Marketing Strategy, Facebook, Entrepreneurship, Marketing Communications, Customer Satisfaction, Problem Solving, Public Relations, Data Analysis, Operations Management, Product Development, Product Management
Education
University of Arizona 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Regional Development
American Freedom Insurance Company July 2015 - Present
P&W Golf Supply LLC March 2015 - May 2015
Cision US, Inc. April 2007 - March 2015
Cision US, Inc. April 2006 - April 2007
Cision US, Inc. March 2005 - March 2006
Preferred Hotel Group October 2002 - March 2005
Tellabs November 2000 - October 2002
Skills
Fixed Assets, Accounts Payable, Sales & Use Tax, Financial Reporting, Great Plains Software, Account Reconciliation, Accounting, General Ledger, Accruals, Tax, Accounts Receivable, Budgets, Cash Management, Financial Accounting, Financial Analysis, Forecasting, GAAP, Internal Controls, Managerial Finance, Revenue Recognition, Variance Analysis, Microsoft Excel, NetSuite, Outlook, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Executive Management, Cost Accounting, Strategic Financial..., Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, ERP, Microsoft Dynamics GP, SAP, Pivot Tables, Access, Payroll, Management
Education
Illinois State University 1998 — 2000
BS, Finance
College of DuPage 1996 — 1998
Associates Degree, General Studies
Preferred Hotels & Resorts January 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group July 2010 - January 2013
The Atlantic Hotel and Spa February 2009 - August 2010
The Ritz-Carlton, Palm Beach August 2004 - January 2009
The Berlin Marriott and Ritz-Carlton, Berlin December 2003 - July 2004
The London Marriott Hotel Grosvenor Square May 2001 - November 2003
Marriott International March 2000 - April 2001
UKIMEA Region January 1998 - April 2001
Marriott International May 1998 - February 2000
GSO Corporate Sales Western Europe February 1996 - December 1998
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Inventory Management, Total Hotel Revenue..., Hotels, Forecasting, Marketing Strategy, Resorts, E-commerce, Pricing, Tourism, Sales, Management, Account Management, Hotel Booking, Leadership, Hospitality Industry, Pre-opening, Marketing, Strategy, Yield Management, Hospitality, Sales Management, Hospitality Management
Education
University Of Wales 1992 — 1995
Bachelor of Science
University of Wales, Aberystwyth 1992 — 1995
BSC Joint
St. Clares College, Oxford, GB 1987 — 1989
International Baccalaureat
Capital One July 2015 - Present
Gazelle Graphic Design January 2009 - Present
Grainger January 2015 - July 2015
Preferred Hotel Group April 2011 - August 2014
The Talbott Hotel November 2009 - March 2011
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. August 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Digital Media, Press Releases, Media Planning, Direct Mail, Sales, Budgets, Trade Shows, Public Relations, Hospitality Industry, Customer Engagement, Loyalty Marketing, Loyalty Programs
Education
Ball State University 2002 — 2006
B.S., Advertising
Ball State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Advertising
Vi June 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group August 2011 - February 2013
Jameson Sotheby's International Real Estate February 2006 - January 2012
mktg Chicago January 2004 - February 2006
Invsco Marketing & Advertising April 2002 - January 2004
DraftWorldwide June 2000 - January 2002
Hyatt Hotels Corporation June 1998 - June 2000
Hyatt Hotels Corporation January 1994 - June 1998
Skills
Marketing Strategy
Education
Northwestern University
Masters in Liberal Arts, Art History
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Marketing
Crain Communications-Business Insurance Magazine April 2011 - Present
Self - Employed July 2009 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group July 2005 - July 2009
Preferred Hotel Group July 2001 - July 2005
Frankel April 2000 - May 2001
Neology Information Design (former division of Smith Bucklin & Associates) January 1998 - January 2000
Smith Bucklin & Associates 1996 - 1998
Marcy Monyek and Associates 1995 - 1996
Singapore Tourism Board, 1994 - 1996
PM Haeger & Associates 1993 - 1994
Skills
Project Management, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Web Development, Online Advertising, Leadership, Web Design, Project Coordination, Account Management, Management, Marketing, Generic Programming, HTML emails, Omniture, Google Analytics, Web Marketing, Web Analytics, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Event Management
Education
Lake Michigan Catholic
Loyola University Chicago
Bachelor of Arts
Historic Hotels of America and Historic Hotels Worldwide April 2010 - Present
Integro Capital Advisors August 2005 - March 2010
Amer Group December 2008 - July 2009
Preferred Hotel Group 2005 - 2008
NWL Services 1990 - 2005
Northwest Lodging Inc June 1990 - December 2000
Aston Hotels & Resorts January 1987 - February 1990
Carlson Wagonlit Travel 1980 - 1986
Skills
Pre-opening, Tourism, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality, Hotels, Leisure, New Business Development, Hotel Management, Budgets, Yield Management, Turnaround Experience, Event Management, Resorts, Strategic Planning, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Marketing Strategy, E-commerce, Contract Negotiation, Digital Marketing, Heritage Tourism, Historic Preservation, Historical Properties, Global Marketing, Turnaround Strategy, Marketing, Catering, Online Travel, Banquets, Event Planning, Restaurants, Rooms Division, Forecasting, Sales, Marketing Communications, Travel Management, Meeting Planning, Front Office, Trade Shows, Online Advertising, Sales Management, Incentives, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Market Planning, Luxury, Leisure Travel, Tour Operators, Hotel Booking
Education
UCLA Anderson School of Management 1978 — 1980
MBA, Accounting-Finance
University of California, Los Angeles 1972 — 1976
BA, Political Science
BMO Harris Bank February 2014 - Present
BMO Harris Bank August 2013 - February 2014
Sentinel Technologies March 2013 - August 2013
Sentinel Technologies July 2011 - March 2013
Preferred Hotel Group July 2008 - July 2011
Oronova Inc August 2006 - September 2007
Sedona Technologies May 2006 - August 2006
Hawaii Army National Guard July 1998 - June 2006
Skills
Cisco Routers, Routing, VLAN, EIGRP, Windows Server, SharePoint, OSPF, Cisco Wireless, Firewalls, Frame Relay, BGP, RIP, STP, VTP, Subnetting, Fiber Optic Cable, HSRP, Cloud Computing, CCNP Certified, CCNA, Juniper Network and..., Juniper JUNOS, Cisco IOS, Etherchannel, TACACS, Access Lists
Education
University of Hawaii at Manoa 1998 — 2002
BA
Northern Virginia Community College 2005 — 2005
MicroTrain Technologies 2006 — 2006
Preferred Hotel Group April 2012 - Present
German National Tourist Office c/o VoX International Inc. February 2008 - March 2012
Belgian Tourist Office, Cologne/Germany July 2005 - January 2008
Belgian Tourist Office, Cologne/Germany January 2003 - June 2005
Black Forest Tourism July 2002 - November 2002
Reid's Palace August 1997 - July 1998
Skills
Tourism, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Events Organisation, Sales Operations, Languages, Destination Marketing, Hospitality Industry, Event Management, Sales, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Hotels, Business Travel, Leisure Travel, Sales Management, Hospitality, Leisure, Travel Management
Education
University of Toronto 2010 — 2011
Certificate
Fachhochschule Oldenburg/Ostfriesland/Wilhelmshaven 1998 — 2003
Dipl.-Kffr. (FH) / Bachelor of Honours
Miles April 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group December 2006 - December 2013
Sirata Beach Resort & Conference Center December 2004 - December 2006
MGM MIRAGE April 2002 - October 2004
Southeast Airlines January 1993 - March 2002
Skills
Forecasting, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Hotels, Advertising, Marketing, Yield Management, Front Office, Hospitality Management, Resorts, Hotel Management, Strategic Planning, E-commerce, Food, Management, Pre-opening, Tourism, Training
Education
University of California, Irvine
Sabre Corporation 2011 - Present
Hilton Worldwide (Corporate Office) 2010 - 2011
BAI 2008 - 2009
Merrill Lynch Capital 2004 - 2008
Preferred Hotel Group 2000 - 2004
Terlato Wines International 1998 - 2000
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Digital Marketing, Direct Marketing, Public Relations, Media Relations, CRM, Online Advertising, Trade Shows, Corporate Communications, Online Marketing, Copywriting, Account Management, Internal Communications, Social Media, Lead Generation, Relationship Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Strategy, Marketing Management, Brand Management, Strategic Communications, B2B, Media Planning, E-commerce, Competitive Analysis, Digital Strategy, Event Planning
Education
Buffalo Grove High School
University of Kansas
B.S.
Toshiba Machine Co., America August 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group April 2013 - August 2014
Thermo Fisher Scientific October 2007 - April 2013
Farmers Insurance Group January 2006 - October 2007
Ciarlette & Robbins LLP February 2001 - April 2002
Skills
SAP, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Fixed Assets, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, FAS, Hyperion HFM, Journal Entries, PRMS, Great Plains Software, Concur
Education
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, Accountancy
Joliet Junior College 2001 — 2003
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
KWALL LLC. November 2014 - Present
KWALL LLC. January 2013 - November 2014
Pacific Sunwear May 2011 - July 2012
Preferred Hotel Group April 2010 - August 2010
Oakley July 2008 - July 2009
Post Agency Advertising October 2005 - June 2008
Y&R Brands June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Marketing, Management, Online Advertising, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Project Management, Marketing Communications, Digital Strategy, E-commerce, Online Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Digital Media, New Media, Brand Development, Public Relations, Social Networking
Education
California State University-Fullerton 2010 — 2012
Master of Arts (MA), Communications
California State University-Fullerton
BA, Communications: Advertising
Trimwax July 2011 - Present
Creative Intelligence Media, LLC March 2011 - Present
Bella Beef LLC April 2011 - September 2011
Beacon Street Gallery and Theater September 2009 - June 2010
Preferred Hotel Group 2010 - 2010
Beacon Street Gallery and Theater September 2009 - December 2009
Creative Intelligence Media, LLC August 2007 - March 2008
Cire Perdue Casting July 2003 - September 2005
Skills
Analytical Skills, Highly detail oriented, Multitasking Skills, Creative Solutions, Collaborative..., Fast Paced Environment, Problem Solving, Photoshop, Process Flow Charts, Project Management, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft Office, French, Analog Photography, Darkroom, Small Business Online..., Social Media, Google Docs, HTML, CSS
Education
DePaul University 2007 — 2010
B.A. magna cum laude, Art History
The Art Institute of Chicago March 2010 - Present
NGD Ventures 2007 - 2010
Preferred Hotel Group 2001 - 2006
Swissotel 1995 - 2001
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1988 — 1992
BS, Art History Major, Italian Minor
Scuola per Stranieri, Siena, Italy 1990 — 1991
Preferred Hotel Group September 2011 - Present
Rise Media April 2006 - Present
CO-OP Financial Services August 2009 - August 2011
E.U.F. Corporation January 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Email Marketing, Online Marketing, SEO, Direct Marketing, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, SEM, Graphic Design, Web Design, Direct Mail
Education
Fashion Institute of Design & Merchandising 2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Graphic Design
Worldhotels June 2015 - Present
VacayStay Connect, LLC October 2014 - June 2015
VOILÀ Hotel Rewards February 2013 - October 2014
CARINO Hotel Group March 2012 - February 2013
Preferred Hotel Group August 2006 - January 2012
Preferred Hotel Group July 1998 - July 2006
Metropolitan Hotel Vancouver September 1991 - July 1998
Skills
Revenue Management, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Resorts, Budgeting, Contract Negotiation, New Business Development, Revenue Analysis, Budgets, Account Management, Yield Management, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Cold Calling, Training, Hospitality, Sales Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Leadership, Leisure, Management, Marketing, Opening Hotels, Pre-opening, Rooms Division, Sales, Tourism, Revenue Forecasting, Property Management..., Hotel Booking
Education
Ryerson University 1984 — 1989
Bachelor of Applied Arts, Hospitality and Tourism Management; Hotel Management
Washington State University 2001 — 2001
Certificate, Hotel Management
FTD July 2011 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group July 2009 - July 2011
MKTG Chicago November 2002 - January 2009
Draftfcb January 2000 - November 2002
Citicorp Diners Club January 1993 - January 2000
Columbian Advertising January 1989 - January 1993
Flair Communications Agency 1986 - 1989
Skills
Partnership Marketing, Hospitality, Field Marketing, Strategic Planning, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Relationship Marketing, Online Marketing, Loyalty Marketing, Marketing, Account Management, Campaigns, Business Development, Advertising, Leadership, Management, Market Planning, Email Marketing, Customer Retention, Digital Marketing, B2B Marketing, Customer Acquisition, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Lead Generation, Multi-channel Marketing, Database Marketing, E-commerce, Mobile Marketing, Marketing Management, Loyalty Programs, Brand Management, SEM
Education
DePauw University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
KPMG US August 2010 - Present
Thunderbird August 2008 - May 2010
Preferred Hotel Group June 2009 - August 2009
Intercontinental Hotel Group April 2005 - August 2008
Hyatt Hotels May 2004 - March 2005
Hyatt Hotels February 2002 - April 2004
Skills
Program Management, Innovative Problem..., Multicultural Team..., Pricing Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Customer Experience, Operations Management, New Business Development, Business Strategy, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Business Development, Brand Development, Project Management, Leadership, Consulting, Marketing, Budgets, Outsourcing, Management Consulting, Telecommunications, Human Resources, Pricing, Sourcing, Business Planning, Integrated Marketing, Sales, Finance, Business Process..., Analysis, Analytics, Market Research, Business Intelligence, CRM, ERP, Business Transformation, Start-ups, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Analysis
Education
Thunderbird School of Global Management 2008 — 2010
MBA
University of Delhi
Bachelor of Commerce
Delhi Public School
Adler University 2015 - Present
YMCA of the USA 2011 - 2015
Preferred Hotel Group 2010 - 2011
Hyatt Hotels Corporation 2008 - 2010
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. 2007 - 2008
Starbucks Coffee Company 2004 - 2006
RBC Financial Group 2002 - 2004
Investment Company Institute 2000 - 2001
Skills
Direct Marketing, Advertising, Negotiation, Segmentation, Brand Development, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Marketing
Education
Knox College 1995 — 1999
BA, Political Science
Kaufman Consulting and Coaching January 2010 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group 1993 - August 2009
Hyatt Hotels Corporation March 1977 - March 1993
Skills
Revenue Management, Customer Service, Forecasting, Team Building, Customer Relations, Contract Negotiation, Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Coaching, Account Management, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Budgeting, Contract Negotiations, Revenue Analysis, Online Marketing, Management, Yield Management, E-commerce, Resorts, Property Management..., Event Management, Trade Shows, Tourism
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1967 — 1971
Bachelor of Science (BS), Speech Communication
Melia Hotels International December 2009 - Present
Site Chicago January 2010 - December 2011
Orient-Express Hotels, Trains & Cruises March 2005 - November 2008
Preferred Hotel Group 1994 - January 2005
D'arcy Masius Benton & Bowles 1985 - 1992
Skills
Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Time Management, Food & Beverage, Trade Shows, Corporate Events, Sales Presentations, Event Management, Pre-opening, Incentive Travel, Resorts, Event Planning, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Negotiation, Hospitality Industry, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Meeting Planning, Marketing Communications, Travel Management, Sales, Strategy, Strategic Partnerships, Hotel Booking, Incentives, Business Travel, Catering, Contract Negotiation, Banquets, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Convention Services, Leisure, Tourism
Education
Northern Illinois University
BS, Journalism & Business
Preferred Hotels & Resorts May 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group January 2015 - Present
Gettysburg College August 2012 - Present
Foxcroft East Swim & Racquet Club May 2013 - July 2013
Michelle in the Middle June 2012 - June 2013
Rama Swim & Racquet Club May 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Exceptional Writer, Organized, Excellent attention to..., Copywriting, Marketing, Event Planning, Event Management, Sales, Creative Writing, Social Media, Communication, Microsoft Office, Writing, Marketing Strategy, Blogging, Online Marketing, Public Relations
Education
Gettysburg College 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English with a Writing Concentration
Danish Institute for Study Abroad 2014 — 2014
Human Trafficking in a Global Context and Volunteer Relations at Roskilde Festival
Salesforce August 2015 - Present
Salesforce March 2013 - Present
Self Employed January 2012 - March 2013
Sambreel Services LLC August 2011 - January 2012
Preferred Hotel Group August 2009 - August 2011
Performance Therapies July 2007 - April 2009
LKB Designs January 2001 - January 2009
Iowa Kidsight March 2006 - June 2007
American Family Insurance 2004 - 2005
Skills
HTML, Advanced CSS, Adobe Creative Suite, Basecamp, rallydev, exact target, jQuery, JavaScript, Web Design, Graphic Design, Typography, Logo Design, Email Marketing, Production Design, Social Media Marketing, Front-end Development, Project Coordination, Software Quality..., Flash Animation, HTML 5, HTML emails, Front-end
Education
Flash CS5 Professional RoundPeg Training 2011 — 2011
CIW 2009 — 2011
Master CIW, Certified Internet Web Professional
Kirkwood Community College 2008 — 2008
Certification, Web Development
Kirkwood Community College 2008 — 2008
continuing ed, XHTML and CSS
University of Iowa 1997 — 2001
BA, Art & Art History
Preferred Hotel Group September 2009 - February 2013
Hilton September 2007 - July 2009
Hilton August 2006 - August 2007
Hilton January 2005 - July 2006
Skills
Hotels, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Loyalty Programs, Marketing Management, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Social Media, SEO, CRM, PPC, E-commerce, Integrated Marketing, B2B, Market Planning, Web Analytics, Online Marketing, Digital Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Brand Development, Branding & Identity
Education
McGill University 2013 — 2015
Graduate Certificate in Internet Business
Centre Pauline Julien; Montreal, Canada 2013 — 2014
Written French - An Advanced Level Course
University of Guelph 1993 — 1998
Bachelor of Commerce, Co-op, Hotel and Food Administration
Pacifica Hotel Company January 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group June 2011 - January 2013
Pinnacle Enterprises April 2008 - June 2011
Wallop March 2006 - April 2008
Jerry Bruckheimer Films August 2005 - March 2006
Sony Pictures Entertainment August 2003 - July 2005
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Event Planning, Loyalty Programs, Product Promotion, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Marketing, Social Networking, Public Relations, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Media Planning, Sponsorship, PPC, CRM, E-commerce
Education
University of Tennessee-Knoxville - College of Business Administration 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Thayer Lodging, Brookfield Hotel Properties July 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group January 2014 - January 2014
Landmarks Marketing May 2013 - August 2013
Vector Marketing May 2012 - July 2012
Partner Concepts May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Salesforce.com, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Account Management, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, New Business Development, Business Development, Sales, Cold Calling, Social Media, Direct Sales, Facebook, Selling, Lead Generation
Education
Whittier College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Business Major, Spanish Minor
Griffith University 2012 — 2012
Study Abroad Program, International Business
The Key School 1997 — 2010
theWit Hotel Chicago - A DoubleTree By Hilton August 2013 - Present
theWit Hotel Chicago - A DoubleTree By Hilton October 2011 - August 2013
theWit - A Doubletree Hotel Chicago Downtown June 2011 - October 2011
theWit - A Doubletree Hotel Chicago Downtown February 2010 - June 2011
Preferred Hotel Group August 2008 - February 2010
W Hotels September 2005 - February 2008
Hard Rock Hotel June 2005 - September 2005
Hard Rock Hotel Orlando- A Loews Hotels 2003 - 2005
Disney Parks & Resorts- Boardwalk Resort June 2002 - February 2003
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hotels, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Industry, Menu Development, Front Office, Hotel Management, Hospitality, Event Management, Rooms Division, Resorts, Banquets, Micros, OnQ, Catering, Pre-opening, Opera, Property Management..., Restaurants, Yield Management, Tourism, Guest Service Management, Restaurant Management, MICROS
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1999 — 2002
The Bozzuto Group June 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group December 2014 - December 2014
Hilton Worldwide June 2014 - August 2014
Whisky Mist, London Hilton on Park Lane October 2013 - November 2013
Wequassett Resort and Golf Club June 2010 - August 2013
The Statler Hotel September 2011 - May 2013
Chatham Beach and Tennis Club June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Open Table, Micros, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Hospitality, Resorts, Marketing, Hospitality Industry, Event Planning, Social Media, Food & Beverage, Front Office, MICROS, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Restaurants, Customer Service, Food
Education
Cornell University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality Administration/Management
Bar Louie October 2014 - June 2015
Tapacubo- Graduate Hotel Tempe August 2014 - October 2014
Forge Handcrafted Pizza June 2014 - August 2014
Salt + Lime April 2014 - June 2014
Streets of New York January 2013 - March 2014
Preferred Hotel Group January 2010 - March 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, New Restaurant Openings, Employee Training, Food Service, Accounting, Sales, Hotels, Food Safety, Bartending, Hospitality Industry, Management, Microsoft Excel, Great Plains Software, Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Financial Accounting, Time Management, Accounts Receivable, Cash Management, QuickBooks, Food Preparation, Inventory Control, Supply Ordering, Microsoft CRM, Auditing, Payroll, Job Scheduling, Point of Service system, Aloha sales systems, Leadership
Education
The University of New Mexico 1997 — 2002
Saint Petersburg Community College
Real Estate License, Real Estate
Leo Burnett January 2015 - Present
Leo Burnett April 2012 - December 2014
Preferred Hotel Group September 2011 - April 2012
Tribune Company April 2007 - February 2012
Robert Morris University, Chicago, IL August 2010 - August 2011
Robert Morris University, Chicago, IL August 2008 - August 2010
2005 - 2008 DePaul University February 2005 - August 2008
Newcity November 2006 - January 2007
Skills
HTML Certified, Technical Writing, Database Management, Content Strategy, Leepfrog, SEO, Public Speaking, Social media..., Blogging, HTML, Social Media, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Editing, Web Content, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Writing, Twitter, Social Networking
Education
DePaul University 2004 — 2008
BA, Communications/Journalism
OrganikSEO February 2015 - Present
Creatures of Creativity December 2014 - Present
Local Shapers June 2012 - Present
SixteenFifty Creative Intelligence 2013 - December 2014
PageLadder, Inc. September 2011 - April 2013
HapiFish and CounterCulture June 2010 - October 2012
AkinsParker April 2011 - July 2011
Preferred Hotel Group March 2008 - April 2011
Skills
Graphic Design, Web Design, Internet Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Event Management, Email Marketing, Photoshop, SEO, Digital Marketing, Wordpress, Brand Development, Promotions, Web Marketing, SEM, Art Direction, Web Development, WordPress, Brand Management, Advertising, Facebook, Online Marketing, Google Analytics, PPC, Google Adwords, Marketing, Blogging, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Social Networking, Content Strategy, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Copywriting, Website Development, Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Start-ups, E-commerce, Creative Direction, Direct Marketing, Digital Media, Direct Mail, Strategic Communications, Customer Insight, Photography
Education
Point Loma Nazarene University 2005 — 2008
Graphic Design, Advertising and Marketing
San Diego Mesa College 2004 — 2005
Business Administration
California State University-Bakersfield 2003 — 2004
General Education
Garces Memorial High School 1999 — 2003
Kaywon High School of Arts July 2014 - Present
GEPIK Teachers September 2010 - July 2014
Catapult Learning July 2008 - September 2010
Evanston Skokie School District 65 February 2008 - August 2010
City of Evanston July 2009 - August 2009
Preferred Hotel Group February 2007 - February 2008
The San Jose Group April 2005 - January 2006
BCBG Max Azria October 2002 - February 2005
Skills
Tutoring, Leadership, Curriculum Design, Newsletters, Teaching, Classroom, Marketing, Advertising, Microsoft Office, Workshop Facilitation, Elementary Education, ESL, Management, Art, Customer Service, English, Higher Education, Editing, Public Speaking
Education
Harold Washington College 2009 — 2009
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2009
MAED, Secondary Education
Illinois Institute of Art 1997 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Marketing and Management
Orbitz Worldwide June 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group April 2012 - June 2013
Preferred Hotel Group September 2007 - March 2012
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Resorts, Tourism, Databases, Customer Service, Marketing, GDS, Sabre, Revenue Forecasting
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General
KW Commercial 2012 - Present
Blue Crest 7, LLC 2009 - 2012
Ruff Ruff Couture 2000 - 2011
Preferred Hotel Group 2005 - 2010
Fox Television 2003 - 2005
Massive Media Group 2000 - 2001
FasTV.com 1998 - 2000
The Gersh Agency 1996 - 1998
Skills
MS Office Suite, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Opera, Micros, Roommaster, Epitome, QuickBooks, ADP Payroll, Rooms Division, Front Office, Accounting, Business Analysis, Financial Analysis, Guest Service Management, Customer Service, Product Development, Trade Shows, Brand Management, Commercial Real Estate, Leasing, Underwriting, Valuation, Property Management, Hotels, Start-ups, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Resorts, Budgets, Real Estate, Business Development, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Hospitality, Management
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management
MBA, Strategy & Finance / Organizational Behavior
San Francisco State University
BA, Political Science, 3rd World Economic / Sustainable Development
Beverly Hills High
Diploma, General Studies, Television Production
JLL June 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group March 2014 - July 2014
Booking.com July 2012 - January 2014
Booking.com February 2011 - June 2012
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel June 2008 - January 2011
Clear Channel Communications May 2009 - September 2009
Amway Grand Plaza Hotel September 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Event Planning, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Networking, Hotels, Facebook, Social Networking, Social Media, Front Office, Meeting Planning, Sales, Management, Online Travel, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, CRM, Property Management..., Hotel Booking, Pricing, Revenue Forecasting, Corporate Events, Microsoft Office, Account Management
Education
Grand Valley State University 2005 — 2009
B.S., Hospitality Management, Business
IfOnly March 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group July 2010 - March 2015
KSL Resorts May 1995 - January 2010
KSL Resorts - La Quinta Resort & Club May 1995 - September 1999
The Ritz-Carlton, Kapalua 1993 - 1995
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Global Sourcing, National Account Sales, Incentive Travel, Meeting Planning, Incentives, Hospitality Management, Pre-opening, Food & Beverage, National Accounts, Hotel Management, Tourism, Yield Management, Sales, Catering, Sales Management, Marketing, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Revenue Analysis, Restaurants, New Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Operations, Front Office, Customer Service, Corporate Events, Convention Services, Trade Shows, Leisure, Banquets, Luxury, Hotel Booking, Business Travel, Strategy, Property Management..., Travel Management, Event Management, Selling, Food, Online Travel, Opening Hotels, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Contract Negotiation
Education
Saint Mary's College of California 1981 — 1985
Bachelor's degree - Business Administration
St. Mary's College of California 1981 — 1985
B.S., Business Administration Major, with Economics Minor
The Brixton Group, Inc. May 2015 - Present
Retired-Preferred Hotel Group July 2012 - April 2015
Preferred Hotel Group August 2002 - June 2012
Arthur Andersen February 1992 - April 2002
Andersen Worldwide Services 1992 - 1998
Pansophic Systems December 1985 - November 1991
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Hotels, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Resorts, Forecasting, Budgets, Accounting, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Account Management, Strategic Planning, Financial Reporting, Analysis, Pricing, Hotel Management, Tourism, Hospitality Management, Event Management
Education
Kellogg Graduate School of Management 1987 — 1990
MBA, Finance, International Business
Benedictine University 1983 — 1985
BA, Accounting
AZBS March 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group November 2013 - March 2015
MacSpecialist October 2012 - November 2013
Knapheide Manufacturing May 2012 - August 2012
Players Sports Group May 2008 - August 2011
Apple Retail September 2007 - April 2008
Sharp Electronics May 2007 - September 2007
Skills
HTML, PHP, CSS, JavaScript, MySQL, Windows, Mac, SQL, Linux, C++, Java, OS X, Web Development, Customer Service, Direct Sales, Sales, Mac OS X, Customer Support, Python, Advanced CSS, Citrix, Active Directory, Microsoft Exchange
Education
Quincy University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Science
College of DuPage 2007 — 2010
Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Oak Park And River Forest HS 2004 — 2007
HS Diploma
Loews Hotels August 2014 - Present
Fieldwork May 2013 - August 2013
Preferred Hotel Group March 2013 - April 2013
Asha SalonSpa May 2011 - August 2012
BlackBerry October 2011 - January 2012
Pappadeaux Seafood Kitchen January 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Retail, Product Marketing, Customer Experience, Customer Engagement, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, CRM, Customer Oriented, Public Relations, Press Releases, Facebook, Marketing Communications, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Marketing, Time Management, Social Media Marketing
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Advertising, Public Relations and Marketing
City University London 2012 — 2012
William Blair & Company February 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group June 2011 - Present
MF Global September 2009 - April 2011
Allstate Insurance July 2008 - September 2009
Chicago Board of Trade January 1999 - April 2008
U.S. House of Representatives January 1996 - January 1999
Skills
Market Analysis, Internal Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Message Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Public Relations, Budgets, Community Development, Corporate Communications, Event Management, Management, Marketing, Reputation Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Speech Writing, Strategic Communications
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1990 — 1994
school of hard knocks
Echo Logistics August 2014 - Present
Echo Global Logistics August 2013 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group September 2011 - Present
McGraw-Hill Higher Education November 2010 - September 2011
Clearwire February 2010 - October 2010
Lewis University August 2006 - February 2010
Wrigley May 2007 - August 2009
Skills
Active Directory, Microsoft Office, Troubleshooting, XP, Mac OS X, Networking, Customer Service, HTML, Windows 7, Access, Windows Server, Security, VMware, Printers, Computer Hardware, Network Administration, Disaster Recovery, SharePoint, Outlook, Project Management, OS X, Citrix, Technical Support, System Administration, Operating Systems
Education
Lewis University 2006 — 2010
Management of Information Systems
St Boniface's Catholic College 2002 — 2004
Preferred Hotel Group May 2013 - Present
Royal Images January 2006 - April 2013
DePaul University Housing Services September 2012 - March 2013
Destination Hotels & Resorts November 2012 - January 2013
Preferred Hotel Group- Headquarters May 2012 - August 2012
Kohl Children's Museum May 2010 - October 2011
SurplusOne November 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, New Business Development, Sales, Marketing, Social Media, Event Planning, Financial Analysis, Outlook
Education
DePaul University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Hospitality Leadership
McGladrey July 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group July 2013 - Present
McGladrey LLP September 2011 - July 2013
McGladrey LLP January 2010 - April 2010
American Academy of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Accounting, Not for Profit, Financial Services, Private Equity, Team Leadership, Communication, CPA, Organization, GAAP, Association Management, Leadership, Auditing, Long Distance Running, Fitness, Group Exercise..., Spinning, US GAAP, Internal Controls, General Ledger, Finance, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Excel, Financial Accounting, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Journal Entries, Assurance, External Audit, Accounts Receivable, Bank Reconciliation, PowerPoint, Revenue Recognition, SEC filings
Education
Purdue University - Krannert School of Management 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Copenhagen Business School 2010 — 2010
Carmel Catholic High School
CNO Financial Group June 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group August 2010 - May 2014
Preferred Hotel Group August 2009 - August 2010
Leo Burnett March 2008 - February 2009
McMaster-Carr August 2003 - February 2008
McMaster-Carr June 2002 - August 2003
Skills
SPSS, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Email Marketing, Editing, Writing, Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Direct Marketing, Social Media, Web Marketing, Omniture, Radian6, Web Analytics, Data Analysis, Catalog Merchandising, CheetahMail, Proofreading, Publications, Web Content, Content Strategy
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2013
MS, Integrated Marketing Communications
University of Dayton 1998 — 2002
BA, English
University of Chicago - Graham School 2008 — 2011
Certificate, Editing
Preferred Hotel Group January 2010 - March 2012
Lennar 2007 - 2008
LaFleur's Gymnastics School 2004 - 2008
New Mexico Scorpions Hockey Group 2003 - 2004
Education
St. Petersburg College 2007 — 2007
Real Estate
The University of New Mexico 1997 — 2002
Houzz May 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group July 2013 - May 2014
Preferred Hotel Group July 2012 - July 2013
Preferred Hotel Group October 2010 - July 2012
Blue C Advertising August 2009 - October 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Digital Media, Luxury Brand Marketing, Niche Marketing, Writing, Publication Production, Hotel Marketing, Pilates Instruction
Education
University of Arizona 2005 — 2009
BA, Journalism and Communications
Universitat de Barcelona 2007 — 2007
BA, Art History
Greystone Communities June 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group May 2014 - March 2015
Athas Health LLC March 2011 - July 2014
PricewaterhouseCoopers January 2007 - March 2011
Center for Students with Disabilities January 2003 - December 2006
For Business'….S.A.K.E. May 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Bloomberg Terminal, US GAAP, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Financial Statements, Accounting, Auditing, GAAP, Quickbooks, Tax, General Ledger, Variance Analysis, Assurance, External Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley, Internal Audit, Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Education
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 2002 — 2006
BSBA, Accounting
Preferred Hotel Group January 1994 - Present
Preferred Hotels & Resorts 2002 - 2005
Sterling Hotel Group, Dallas July 1990 - December 1993
Four Seasons Hotels and Resorts 1985 - 1990
Four Seasons Olympic Hotel, Seattle July 1983 - June 1985
Ritz Carlton Hotel Chicago - a Four Seasons Hotel March 1978 - July 1983
The Stanford Court, San Francisco September 1975 - March 1978
Skills
Hotels, Hospitality, Resorts, Pre-opening, Food & Beverage, Budgets, Marketing, Front Office, Luxury, Leisure, New Business Development, Quality Assurance, Public Relations, Asset Managment, Advertising, Reputation Management
Education
Portland State University 1966 — 1969
Business and Management
Preferred Hotel Group January 2006 - Present
Swissotel Chicago September 1998 - 2006
WBBM AM 1991 - 1998
Skills
Yield Management, Advertising, Hospitality, Revenue Analysis, Direct Marketing, Marketing, Hotels, Management, Hospitality Industry, Sales, Tourism
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications
Bowen High School 1984 — 1988
High School diploma
Hilton Worldwide April 2010 - Present
EasyRMS June 2006 - April 2010
TravelCLICK December 2004 - May 2006
The Talbott Hotel April 2003 - December 2004
Preferred Hotel Group March 2000 - March 2003
Skills
Revenue Management, Yield Management, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Revenue Analysis, Account Management, Hotels, Online Travel, Hotel Management, Property Management..., Budgets, Front Office
Education
Roosevelt University 2002 — 2005
Masters, Hospitality Management
Illinois State University 1995 — 1999
BA, International Business
Woodrow Wilson National Fellowship Foundation June 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group February 2014 - June 2014
American Councils for International Education January 2012 - January 2014
American Councils for International Education June 2013 - August 2013
American Councils for International Education June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
International Relations, Political Science, Foreign Policy, International..., Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Human Rights, Research, Intercultural..., Chinese, Program Evaluation, International Education, Program Management, NGOs, Public Policy, Politics
Education
Austin College 2006 — 2010
B.A., International Relations
Harbin Institute of Technology
Beijing Foreign Studies University
Yunnan Nationalities University
Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy 2013 - 2014
Tribeca Flashpoint Media Arts Academy 2009 - 2013
Fox and Obel -- Chicago's Premier Gourmet Market 2007 - 2008
Experiencia 2007 - 2007
Kendall College 2005 - 2006
Terlato Wine Group 2002 - 2005
Preferred Hotel Group 1999 - 2002
Skills
Public Relations, Event Management, Marketing, Event Planning, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Copywriting, Press Releases, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Public Speaking, Blogging, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Advertising, Media Relations, Photoshop, Facebook, Fundraising, Integrated Marketing, Trade Shows, Email Marketing, Budgets, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Customer Service, Editing, Brand Management, Corporate Events, Brand Development, Interactive Marketing, Marketing Management, Writing
Education
Andrews University
BA, English, History
Broadview Academy
Digital Professional Institute
Digital Professional Institute
Digital Professional Institute
Cydecor, Inc. May 2015 - Present
Health Care Service Corporation June 2011 - April 2015
Preferred Hotel Group September 2010 - May 2011
Self Employed June 2010 - October 2010
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) January 2008 - May 2010
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) October 2005 - January 2008
Atlas Technologies, Inc. March 2004 - September 2005
Skills
Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Visio, Editing, FrameMaker, Technical Documentation, Microsoft Office, Enterprise Content..., Camtasia, Project Management, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Training, Program Management, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Instructional Design, Management, Blogging, Social Media, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Access, Public Relations, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, SharePoint, Troubleshooting, Analysis, Creative Writing, Content Management, Networking, Quality Assurance, Leadership, SnagIt, Captivate, HTML
Education
College of Charleston/The Citadel 2000 — 2003
M.A., English
DePaul University 1995 — 1999
B.A., English
Epsilon September 2014 - Present
BlueHornet, a Digital River Company May 2013 - September 2014
StrongMail Systems April 2012 - May 2013
StrongMail Systems 2009 - April 2012
The Email Advisor LLC August 2008 - May 2009
Premiere Global Services December 2004 - August 2008
Preferred Hotel Group December 2002 - December 2004
Citizens Financial Services April 2002 - December 2002
Brierley & Partners April 2001 - April 2002
Time Inc. 1999 - 2001
Skills
Event Management, Cross Media Marketing, Conversion Optimization, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Database Marketing, Lead Generation, Strategy, Omniture, Web Marketing, Google Adwords, Online Marketing, Business Development, Marketing, Mobile Devices, CRM, Integrated Marketing, B2B, Strategic Partnerships, Competitive Analysis, Social Media Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Salesforce.com, Marketing Management, Sales Operations, Mobile Marketing, Sales, Copywriting, Advertising, Web Analytics, Direct Mail, Digital Strategy, B2B Marketing
Education
Purdue University Calumet 1994 — 1999
BS
Preferred Hotel Group February 2004 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group September 2000 - February 2012
Ambassadors Performance group 1995 - 2005
Maritz Travel Company 1985 - 2005
Skills
Hotels, Meeting Planning, Resorts, Hospitality, Incentives, Hospitality Industry, Yield Management, Sales, Revenue Analysis, Tourism, Hospitality Management, Trade Shows, Marketing, Event Management, Corporate Events, Conference Logistics, Off-site Events, Front Office, Catering, Hotel Management, Incentive Travel, Leisure, Banquets, Budgets, Pre-opening, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Food & Beverage, Travel Management, Management, Rooms Division, Hotel Booking, Contract Negotiation, Opening Hotels, Micros, Property Management..., Business Travel, Restaurants, Luxury, Convention Services, Account Management, Online Travel, OnQ, Market Planning, Leisure Travel, Revenue Forecasting, Tour Operators, MICROS
Education
Stephens College
Aptara May 2015 - Present
Self Employed February 2008 - Present
Kaplan Financial May 2006 - July 2008
McGraw-Hill Higher Education 2003 - 2006
Preferred Hotel Group 2001 - 2003
Slack Barshinger & Partners 2000 - 2001
MZD 1999 - 2000
Skills
Publishing, Content Management, Proofreading, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, Editorial, Interactive Marketing, Account Management, Vendor Management, Brochures, Content Development, Management, Project Management, Integration, Instructional Design, Advertising, Copy Editing, Editing, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Time Management, Direct Marketing, E-Learning, Integrated Marketing, Digital Strategy, Email Marketing, Content Strategy, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Direct Mail, Adobe Acrobat, Web Content, SEO
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1996 — 1997
BAJ
Gray Consulting International Meetings and Incentives March 2014 - Present
Clincierge (a Division of Gray Consulting) March 2014 - Present
FRHI Hotels & Resorts July 2012 - January 2014
Kessler Collection December 2010 - July 2012
Red Rock Resort, Station Casinos December 2009 - November 2010
Preferred Hotel Group June 2002 - October 2009
Temple University January 2000 - January 2003
Gray Consulting 2000 - 2002
Loews Philadelphia Hotel 1998 - 2000
Harbor Court Hotel 1994 - 1999
Skills
Hotels, Meeting Planning, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Trade Shows, Resorts, Contract Negotiation, Event Management, Leadership, Hotel Booking, OnQ, Event Planning, Sales, Convention Services, Hospitality Management, Sales Management, Pre-opening, Front Office, Leisure, Revenue Analysis, Yield Management, Restaurants, Tourism, Business Strategy, Marketing, Catering, Banquets, Luxury, Property Management..., Negotiation, Wine, Team Building, Account Management, Corporate Events, Travel Management, Social Media Marketing, Market Planning, Hotel Management, Red Wine, Versatility, Pharmaceutical Industry
Education
Marshall University 1983 — 1987
BA, Marketing
Preferred Hotel Group October 2009 - Present
Merrill Lynch Capital 2004 - 2008
Heller Financial July 1989 - June 2002
Skills
Loans, Cash Management, Real Estate, Accounting, Portfolio Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Finance, Budgets
Education
DePaul University 2001 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree, Accounting
CAbi Clothing August 2013 - Present
Multiple Choice, Mothers of Multiples Organization August 2010 - July 2014
Multiple Choice, Mothers of Multiples Organization June 2009 - August 2011
Discover Financial Services April 2006 - December 2008
Preferred Hotel Group September 2001 - June 2005
Leo Burnett February 2000 - February 2001
Foote, Cone & Belding June 1998 - October 1999
Skills
Graphic Design, Production, Event Management, Planning, Advertising, Account Management, Publicity, Marketing Communications, Training & Development, Social Networking, Digital Media, Facebook, Social Media, Direct Mail, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Project Management, Direct Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Fashion
Education
Bentley University 1992 — 1997
BS, Direct Marketing
University of Massachusetts Dartmouth 1989 — 1992
Bachelor's of Fine Arts, Design and Visual Communications, General
East Longmeadow High School 1984 — 1987
High School Diploma, General Studies
Preferred Hotel group Founding PartnerAmbassadors2000 - 2005
Maritz McGettigan 1984 - 1996
Education
Stephens College
Tooromeen School of Irish Dance September 2009 - Present
Chicago Public Schools June 2009 - June 2013
Preferred Hotel Group January 2008 - May 2009
Hyatt Hotels Corporation October 2006 - January 2008
Storandt Pann Margolis October 2004 - November 2006
Skills
Marketing Communications, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Digital Marketing, Direct Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Marketing, Event Planning, Facebook, Teaching, Public Relations
Education
DePaul University 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
DePaul University 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
Lemieux Graphics June 2014 - Present
Lemieux Graphics April 2006 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group 2008 - 2014
The Miller Group 2006 - 2007
Landor Associates June 2001 - March 2006
Locus Direct Marketing Group June 1999 - June 2000
Direct Partners March 1996 - September 1998
Harte Yamashita & Forest June 1981 - May 1994
Skills
Corporate Identity, Packaging, Advertising, Print Production, Brochures, Banners, Layout, Creative Direction, Graphics, InDesign, Social Media, Art Direction, Direct Mail, Catalogs, Posters, Newsletters, Marketing Communications, Illustrator, Brand Development, Photoshop
Education
California State University-Northridge
Preferred Hotels & Resorts January 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group 2011 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group Managing DirectorHospitality ConsultingSeptember 2001 - June 2005
Fiesta Americana Grand April 2001 - May 2002
Hyatt Cancun Caribe July 1997 - April 2001
Hyatt International August 1994 - June 1997
Skills
Resorts, New Business Development, Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Revenue Analysis, Meeting Planning, Leadership, Hotel Management, Property Management..., Hospitality, Email Marketing, Hospitality Management, Sales, Yield Management, Front Office, Restaurants, Pre-opening, Trade Shows, Rooms Division, Food & Beverage, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Incentives, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Leisure, Luxury, Sales Management, Social Media, Catering, Contract Negotiation, Tourism, Business Travel
Education
Cornell University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Hotel/Motel Administration/Management, with honors
International Schools in Bangkok, Mexico, Guatemala, Buenos Aires, Sydney
Preferred Hotels & Resorts February 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group November 2010 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group 2003 - November 2010
InterContinental Chicago 2002 - 2003
Swissotel Chicago October 1998 - September 2002
Swissotel Chicago August 1995 - October 1998
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Hotels, Hotel Management, Hospitality Industry, Yield Management, Resorts, Hospitality, Tourism, Hospitality Management, Sales, International Sales, Rooms Division, Pre-opening, Hotel Booking, Meeting Planning, Front Office, Leisure, Business Travel, Opening Hotels, Property Management..., Food & Beverage, Incentives
Education
Purdue University Calumet 1989 — 1995
B.S., Business Mgt.
Trump Hotel Collection October 2010 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group 2004 - 2010
Education
California State University-Long Beach
Faculty Senate, University of Miami December 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group October 2013 - October 2014
Miami Science Museum July 2006 - October 2013
Miami Herald newspaper April 2005 - July 2006
Air Jamaica Vacations November 2000 - April 2005
River Cities Gazette February 2001 - June 2002
Avatar Retirement Communities November 1999 - November 2000
World City Business Newspaper April 1998 - October 1999
Peter Lawrence Commercial Real Estate April 1996 - April 1998
Miami Herald Newspaper - Neighbors May 1996 - July 1997
Skills
Writing, English/Spanish..., Editing, Proofreading, Nonprofits, Newspapers, Social Media, Research, Copywriting, Press Releases, Public Relations, Copy Editing, Event Planning
Education
Florida International University 1990 — 1993
Journalism
Miami Dade College 1977 — 1978
Associate of Science, Journalism
Preferred Hotel Group November 2011 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group August 1989 - November 2011
Holiday Inn (Holiday Corporation prior to IHG) September 1979 - August 1989
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Yield Management, Hospitality Industry, Hotels, Hospitality, Resorts, Account Management, Hotel Booking, Hospitality Management, Property Management..., Marketing Strategy, Rooms Division
Education
Missouri State University 1977 — 1979
BS, Education
KPMG March 2014 - Present
Williams Lea (Shearman & Sterling LLP) June 2008 - March 2014
Perkins Eastman May 2006 - July 2007
Preferred Hotel Group October 1999 - December 2005
Skills
Knowledge Engineering, Knowledge Base, Knowledge Management, Knowledge Transfer, Knowledge Sharing, Certified Knowledge..., KCS, Technical Writing, Help Desk Institute, Project Management, Technology, Corporate Communications, Training, Global Outsourcing..., Legal Industry, Hospitality Industry, Finance (Banking)..., Media (Publishing and..., Architecture and..., Microsoft Office..., Microsoft SharePoint..., Microsoft Visio, Microsoft Office..., Adobe Acrobat, Technical Documentation, Windows 7 and XP, RemedyForce/Right..., Symantec Altiris..., Active Directory (AD), Hummingbird DM..., BES (BlackBerry..., Crystal Reports, Macromedia Captivate, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, VoIP (Cisco IP Phones..., Voicemail (Unity,..., Web Browsers (Internet...
Education
City University of New York - School of Professional Studies 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Brooklyn College 2003 — 2005
Special Baccalaureate Program
Washington State University 2000 — 2001
Certificate of Hotel Management, International Independent Hotel Institute
Preferred Hotel Group December 2014 - Present
Viceroy Miami November 2011 - December 2014
Peace Love World, LLC January 2011 - November 2011
Republica, LLC May 2010 - July 2010
Viceroy Miami Hotel December 2008 - May 2010
Conrad Miami January 2006 - December 2008
Conrad Miami January 2004 - January 2006
PBS&J 2001 - 2003
American Cancer Society 1999 - 2001
Skills
Hospitality, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Hotel Management, Event Management, Restaurants, Resorts, Hospitality Management, Pre-opening, Budgets, Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Front Office, Micros, Catering
Education
Florida International University
G Holmes Braddock Senior High School
G Holmes Braddock Senior High School
The Sands Corporation June 2015 - Present
Taj Hotels Resorts and Palaces May 2014 - Present
Pan Pacific Hotels and Resorts October 2009 - May 2014
Preferred Hotel Group January 2006 - January 2009
Booth Creek Ski Holdings 2000 - 2007
Southwest Airlines 1990 - 1999
Skills
Hospitality Industry, Pre-opening, Catering, Rooms Division, Business Development, Front Office, Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Property Management..., Marketing, Event Management, Leisure, Banquets, Opening Hotels, Convention Services, Hotel Booking, Corporate Events, Incentive Travel, Restaurants, Micros, Sales Management, Travel Management
Education
San Francisco State University
Preferred Hotel Group January 2010 - Present
Embee Incorporated July 2007 - February 2009
CAM Commerce Solutions November 2004 - December 2008
Skills
Microsoft SQL Server
Education
California State University-Fullerton 1997 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Preferred Hotel Group March 2012 - Present
Calvin Klein March 1997 - August 2000
Education
Shippensburg University of Pennsylvania 1990 — 1992
BS, Public Administration
Professional Nail Care October 2014 - Present
DIVAS salon & spa May 2013 - October 2014
Aesthetica Day Spa April 2012 - May 2013
Lifetime Fitness August 2011 - April 2012
Preferred Hotel Group February 2008 - January 2010
Lifetime Fitness 2006 - 2007
A.T. Kearney 2000 - 2005
HQ Global Workplaces 1999 - 2000
Skills
Spa, Management, Training, Process Scheduler, Retail, Analysis, Hospitality, Team Building, Sales, Customer Service, Budgets, Revenue Analysis, Event Planning, Hospitality Industry, Event Management, Marketing Strategy
Education
Academy of Nails 2005 — 2005
License, Nails and skin
Moraine Valley Community College 1989 — 1990
Business Administration
Preferred Hotels & Resorts January 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group September 2010 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group August 2002 - September 2010
Swissotel 1995 - 2002
Skills
Hotels, Yield Management, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Hotel Management, Front Office, Contract Negotiation, Hospitality Management, Account Management, Food & Beverage, Rooms Division, Online Marketing, E-commerce, Resorts, Marketing Strategy, Tourism, Meeting Planning, Pricing, Customer Service, Online Advertising, Business Travel, Pre-opening, Sales, Leisure, Travel Management, Restaurants, Online Travel, Catering, Marketing, Banquets, Revenue Forecasting, Property Management..., Hotel Booking
Education
Cornell University 1985 — 1989
bs, Hotel Administration
City Colleges of Chicago September 2012 - Present
Jasculca/Terman & Associates 2004 - 2008
Preferred Hotel Group 2000 - 2002
American Bar Association 1998 - 2000
McGraw-Hill Higher Education 1992 - 1996
Skills
Corporate Communications, Marketing Communications, Internal Communications, Communications Planning, Project Management, Message Development, Public Relations, Media Relations, Social Media, Speech Writing, Editing, Copywriting, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Marketing, Public Speaking
Education
Northwestern University 2013 — 2014
Master of Science in Communication, Communications
University of Southern California 1988 — 1991
B.A., Public Relations and B.A., English
Preferred Hotel Group March 2004 - Present
Ambassadors International January 1993 - January 2004
Carlson Wagonlit Travel 1980 - 2000
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1961 — 1965
BA
International Foodservice Manufacturers Association December 2009 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group 1992 - 2009
KPMG - Chicago January 1984 - January 1992
KPMG - Executive Office January 1988 - January 1990
KPMG - Dallas January 1986 - January 1987
Skills
Accounting, Budgets, Forecasting, Finance, Cash Flow, Business Planning, Pricing, Financial Planners, Marketing, Financial Accounting, Real Estate, Profit, Great Plains Software, Strategy, Microsoft Office, Customer Service
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1980 — 1983
Bachelor of Business Administration, Accounting
Moxie October 2012 - December 2013
Moxie December 2010 - October 2012
Scripps Networks April 2009 - September 2010
Integrated Media Solutions February 2008 - January 2009
Preferred Hotel Group July 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Digital Media, Media Buying, Advertising, Digital Marketing, Advertising Sales, Digital Strategy, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Social Media, New Media, comScore, Broadcast, Facebook, Television, Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Account Management, Media Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Online Marketing, Rich Media, Sponsorship, Display Advertising, Social Networking, CRM, PPC
Education
Oglethorpe University 2012 — 2012
Tesol certification, Teaching English as a Second or Foreign Language/ESL Language Instructor
Auburn University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor, Communications/Spanish Minor
Auburn University 2002 — 2006
Communication and Media Studies
Preferred Hotels & Resorts July 2015 - Present
Preferred Hotels & Resorts April 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group February 2011 - April 2014
SABRE Sunglasses August 2010 - December 2010
Sony Pictures Entertainment April 2010 - August 2010
Education
California State University-Fullerton
Bachelor of Arts in Communications - Concentration in Advertising
Preferred Hotel Group July 2008 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group May 2001 - July 2008
Vulcan Materials Company November 1997 - May 2001
Vulcan Materials Company June 1991 - July 1994
Vulcan Materials Company October 1989 - June 1991
Skills
Revenue Analysis, Forecasting, Accounting, Budgets, Management, Payroll, Finance, Accounts Payable, Financial Analysis, Variance Analysis, Financial Reporting, Leadership, Internal Controls, General Ledger, Account Reconciliation, Great Plains Software, Financial Accounting, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Analysis
Education
Lewis University
B.A., Business Management and Administration with a concentration in Accounting
Moraine Valley Community College
Associate, Science; Accounting
Guggenheim Partners September 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group October 2010 - September 2014
Preferred Hotel Group October 2010 - September 2011
Western Illinois Tourism Development Office December 2008 - June 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Data Entry, PowerPoint, Hotels, Outlook, Event Planning, Time Management, Event Management, Microsoft Word, CRM databases, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Publisher, Management, Social Media, Email Marketing, Leadership, Team Building, Training, CRM, Adobe Acrobat
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2006 — 2008
B.S., Hospitality and Tourism Administration; Hospitality Management, Tourism
AmeriPlan USA August 2013 - Present
Pediatric Brain Tumor Foundation July 2010 - Present
Digital Intelligence Systems October 2010 - December 2010
Lil Sprouts Home Care, May 2008 - September 2010
The Higher Gear Group July 2007 - November 2007
Preferred Hotel Group December 2001 - July 2007
Skills
Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Data Entry, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality Management, Resorts, Customer Service, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Time Management
Education
American InterContinental University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Colorado Technical University 2009 — 2011
Associate's degree, Medical billing and Coding
Marriott International December 2005 - Present
m-k-t-g (Full Service Marketing Agency) July 2003 - November 2005
Preferred Hotel Group May 2002 - July 2003
The Mark Travel Corporation 1995 - 2002
First National Bank of Omaha 1994 - 1996
Hilton Worldwide 1993 - 1995
Skills
Direct Marketing, Social Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Market Planning, Competitive Analysis, Brand Identity
Education
Northern Illinois University 1995 — 1997
MBA, Marketing
The University of Iowa 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Papyrus November 2013 - September 2014
Kinzie Chophouse July 2012 - July 2013
Clarion Inn Waterford Conference Center March 2012 - July 2012
Preferred Hotel Group June 2009 - January 2010
Tavern At The Park January 2009 - January 2009
Boca Raton Resort & Club September 2007 - December 2007
Stromberg Allen June 2006 - June 2007
Skills
Sales, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Wine, Restaurants, Event Planning, Menu Development, Hospitality Industry, Public Relations, Marketing, Training, Restaurant Management, Food & Beverage, Hotels, Time Management, Project Management, Management, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Guest Recovery, Fine Dining, Team Building, Staff Management, Social Media
Education
Lynn University 2005 — 2009
BS Hospitality Management, Hospitality Management: Hotel, Resort & Food Service
DePaul University
Hinsdale Central High school
Preferred Hotel Group December 2003 - November 2012
Sofitel Luxury Hotels and Resorts September 1998 - June 2002
MCI WorldCom April 2000 - January 2001
Skills
Forecasting, Hotels, Pricing, Analysis, Revenue Management, Hospitality Management, Inventory Management, E-commerce, Budgeting, Customer Service, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Excel, Coaching, Microsoft Office, Word, Account Management, Yield Management, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, Problem Solving, Competitive Analysis, Budgets, Revenue Analysis, Hospitality, Microsoft Excel, Food & Beverage, Hotel Management
Education
Iowa State University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Hotel, Restaurant, and Institutional Management
Preferred Hotel Group September 2014 - Present
Preferred Hotel Group April 2012 - September 2014
Preferred Hotel Group January 2007 - April 2012
Preferred Hotel Group December 2004 - January 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft CRM, Outlook, GDS systems, Amadeus GDS, Apollo GDS, Sabre, IBE, Pegasus, Synxis, Netrez, PowerPoint, Access, Lanyon, Worldspan, Human Resources, Marketing
Education
Governors State University 2009 — 2011
MBA
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2003
Bachelors of Science, Organizational Management
Preferred Hotel Group July 2007 - July 2011
Dezign Sewing October 2001 - January 2007
Travl Travl Travl September 1998 - June 2001
Federal Reserve Bank of Chicago February 1998 - July 1998
Thomas J. Klutznick Company January 1991 - July 1997
Miller Klutznick Davis Gray September 1987 - December 1990
John B. Coleman Company September 1984 - December 1987
Museum of Contemporary Art August 1982 - September 1984
Skills
Administrative..., Hospitality Industry, Accounts Payable, Revenue Analysis, Accounts Receivable, Organization, Event Planning, Outstanding..., Onboarding, Office Management, Office Administration, Meeting Planning, Administrative..., Front Office, Tourism, Management, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Event Management, Resorts, Hotel Management, Customer Service, Food & Beverage, Budgets
Education
DePaul University 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Arts, Art History / Studio Arts