Rainforest Cafe
Industry: Restaurant company
DescriptionRainforest Cafe is a themed restaurant chain owned by Landry's, Inc. of Houston. It was founded by Steven Schussler. The first location opened in the Mall of America in Bloomington, Minnesota, on February 3, 1994. By 1997, the chain consisted of six restaurants, all in the United States. Parent organization: Landry's, Inc. Number of locations: 24 Founder: Steven Schussler Founded: 1994 Headquarters: Houston, TX Key people: Steven Schussler, Tilman Fertitta
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Rainforest Cafe Employees
Fire Starter Brands LLC December 2010 - Present
Weddings Anywhere February 2010 - Present
Ripley's Believe It or Not! Times Square May 2008 - March 2011
Nederlander Producing Company of America August 2007 - March 2008
Apple Metro Inc June 2004 - August 2007
Intrepid Sea Air Space Museum May 2002 - June 2004
Rainforest Cafe September 1998 - May 2002
Staffing Now 2000 - 2001
Skills
Tourism, Event Management, Hospitality, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Public Relations, Marketing, Social Media, Trade Shows, Marketing Strategy, Online Advertising, Advertising, Sales, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing Communications, Leisure Travel, Incentive Travel, Strategic Partnerships, Networking, Facebook, Management, Social Networking, Hotels, International Travel, Strategic Communications, Online Travel, Engaging Public Speaker, Restaurant Management, Performing Arts, Online Marketing, Tour Operators, Brand Management, Corporate Events, Entrepreneurship, Creative Direction, Domestic Travel, International Touring, Student Groups, Group Sales Marketing, Leveraging Strategic..., Consumer Insight, Consumer Behaviour, Educational Outreach, Theatrical Marketing, Museum Marketing, Creative..., Customer Experience, Visitor Experience, Visitor Management
Education
Quinnipiac University 1997 — 1998
n/a
Remax Business November 2014 - Present
Rainforest Cafe April 2011 - October 2011
Cracker Barrel 2011 - 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Restaurants, Catering, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Hospitality, Time Management, Social Media
Education
Palo Alto College 2011 — 2013
Academy Sports + Outdoors June 2014 - Present
Phi Chi Theta Business Fraternity April 2014 - Present
University Hotel January 2014 - June 2014
The Yankee Candle Company, Inc. October 2012 - July 2013
Rainforest Cafe March 2010 - December 2011
Carino's Italian August 2009 - March 2010
Skills
Advertising, Adobe Creative Suite, Communication, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Exchange, Marketing, Public Speaking, Sales, Event Planning, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Time Management, Social Media, Facebook, Retail, Public Relations, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Marketing Communications, Event Management, Merchandising, Customer Service, Data Entry, Editing, Outlook, Photoshop, InDesign, Visual Merchandising, Marketing Strategy, Training, Team Leadership, Hospitality, English, Photography, Critical Thinking, Cashiering, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership
Education
Sam Houston State University 2012 — 2015
Public Relations/Advertisment/Marketing
Sam Houston State University 2011 — 2015
Mass Communication
Movie Tavern Partners, LLC November 2009 - Present
GameStop October 2009 - January 2012
Main Street Bread Baking Co. November 2005 - October 2009
Rainforest Cafe May 2002 - November 2005
K-Hall Agency January 2004 - May 2004
Skills
Team Management, Management, Customer Service, Food, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Sales, Leadership, Inventory Management, Social Networking, Catering, Microsoft Excel, Training, Team Building, PowerPoint, Hospitality
Education
St. Edward's University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication, General
American School of Paris 1994 — 2000
High School Diploma, All subjects
Gratuity Restaurants, LLC 2009 - Present
Marcus Hotels & Resorts 2006 - 2009
The N9NE Group 2001 - 2005
The Kimpton Group 2000 - 2001
Rainforest Cafe 1996 - 2000
Lettuce Entertain You 1991 - 1996
Skills
Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, Menu Development, Resorts, Hospitality Industry
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1974 — 1979
Pearl River High School 1970 — 1974
WyzAnt Tutoring January 2010 - Present
Metro Nashville Public Schools January 2013 - June 2014
Dothan City Schools June 2011 - June 2012
Rainforest Cafe April 2006 - July 2008
Skills
Teaching, Curriculum Design, Educational Technology, Curriculum Development, Teacher Training, Special Education, Elementary Education, Public Speaking, Differentiated..., Instructional Design, Staff Development, Educational Leadership, Classroom Management, Social Studies, Lesson Planning
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2009 — 2014
Master of Science (M.S.), Educational Leadership and Administration, General
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Interdisciplinary Studies:Grades 4-8 Highly Qualified in Science
Townsend Communicatons - MyMajors August 2014 - Present
CarMax October 2013 - Present
Verizon Wireless July 2010 - October 2013
Nebraska Furniture Mart January 2006 - June 2010
Circuit City May 2003 - December 2005
Rainforest Cafe April 2000 - May 2003
Skills
Sales, Retail, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Retention, Troubleshooting, Retail Sales, Inventory Management, Customer Experience, Visual Merchandising, Sales Operations, CSS, Databases, M2M, Merchandising, Cold Calling, POS, Microsoft Word, Access, Mediation, Loss Prevention, Planograms, Sales Analysis, Profit, C# 4.0, C++, Visual C++, Microsoft Excel, Mac OS X, Windows 7, Communication, MySQL, SQL, Objective-C, iOS, Android, Star Wars, Rapid Learning, Self-starter, Motivation, SASS, LESS, AngularJS, JavaScript, Bootstrap, Responsive Web Design, T-SQL Stored Procedures, T-SQL, User Experience Design, Wireframes
Education
Johnson County Community College 1999 — 2014
Information Technology
University of Tulsa 1997 — 1998
UMKC September 2013 - Present
Freelance 2011 - Present
Kansas City Kansas Fire Department June 2012 - September 2013
Akaiwa City Board of Education July 2008 - July 2011
New Theatre Restaurant October 2004 - July 2008
Saddle Ranch Chop House January 2007 - January 2007
Rainforest Cafe January 2006 - May 2006
West Wyandotte Library February 2003 - October 2004
Sandstone Amphitheater June 2002 - June 2002
Wal-Mart Supercenter August 2001 - March 2002
Skills
Editing, Writing, Spanish, Japanese, Teaching, Photoshop, Research, Journalism, ESL, Newsletters, Creative Writing, Higher Education, Social Media, Public Speaking, Event Planning
Education
University of Kansas 2005 — 2007
Bachelor's Degree, Anthropology
Johnson County Community College 2002 — 2004
Associate of Arts, Liberal Arts
PointServ February 2014 - June 2014
Microsoft June 2012 - December 2012
Cameron Mitchell Restaurants November 2008 - February 2012
Countrywide Home Loans August 2004 - August 2008
Regions Bank January 2004 - August 2004
Rainforest Cafe' August 1997 - January 2004
Skills
Account Management, Budgeting, P&L, Public Relations, Social Media, Customer Relations, Event Management, Scheduling, Event Planning, Negotiation, Outlook, Problem Solving, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Administration, Hospitality, Team Building, Hiring, Coaching, Contract Negotiation, Market Research, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Budgets, Microsoft Office, Consulting, Building Relationships, Analytics, Income Statement, Process Scheduler, Management, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, CRM, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Recruiting, Business Development, Team Leadership, Social Networking, Direct Sales, Sales, Training, Cold Calling, Time Management, Salesforce.com, Social Media Marketing, B2B, Sales Process, New Business Development
Education
University of Central Florida
BA, Marketing/International Relations
Dave & Buster's Inc. July 2011 - Present
Rainforest Cafe February 1997 - February 2011
Tucchetti June 1993 - January 1997
Skills
Team Building, Training, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Quality Assurance, Facilities Management, Safety Management..., Customer Satisfaction, Guest Service Management, Cost Control, Budgets, Performance Management, Leadership, Profit, Restaurants, Catering, Customer Service, Food, Food, Hospitality, Hospitality Management, Menu Development, Restaurant Management, Sales
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1988 — 1992
Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management
Parc Soleil by Hilton Grand Vacations December 2012 - Present
Rainforest Cafe August 2010 - December 2012
Walt Disney World August 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Leadership, Event Planning, Public Speaking
Education
University of Kentucky 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business/Corporate Communications
Kettering Fairmont High School 2000 — 2004
High School Diploma
Winfree Academy Charter Schools August 2015 - Present
Winfree Academy Charter Schools May 2015 - June 2015
Keller ISD December 2014 - May 2015
Proterra Advertising December 2013 - November 2014
Proterra Advertising December 2013 - February 2014
Business Performance Company February 2013 - December 2013
Business Performance Company September 2012 - December 2013
Swoop Agency September 2011 - September 2012
MPD Ventures May 2012 - August 2012
Rainforest Cafe May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Restorative, Strategic Communication, Achiever, Research, Budget, Strategic Communications, Brand Management, Advertising, Facebook, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Blogging, Online Advertising, Copywriting, Sales, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Graphic Design, InDesign, Creative Direction, Media Planning, Direct Marketing, Budgets, Media Relations, Digital Strategy, Editing, Marketing Research, Online Marketing, Press Releases, Photoshop, Training, Creative Writing, WordPress, Digital Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Event Planning, Leadership, Digital Media, Copy Editing, Creative Strategy, Email Marketing, Corporate Communications, Marketing, Photography, Brand Awareness, Interactive Marketing, YouTube, Relationship Marketing
Education
University of North Texas Mayborn School of Journalism 2009 — 2013
Bachelor's degree, Advertising
Tarrant County College 2009 — 2009
RC Sports June 2011 - Present
2005 RJ Lawn and Landscaping March 2003 - November 2012
ScriptPro July 2009 - July 2010
ScriptPro July 2009 - July 2010
ScriptPro September 2005 - July 2009
Rainforest Cafe 1999 - 2001
Rainforest Cafe 1999 - 2001
Skills
Quality Assurance, Training, Program Management, Healthcare, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, Visio, SharePoint, Leadership, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Networking, Software Documentation, Management, Team Building, Team Leadership
Education
Longview Community College 2001 — 2002
Biology-General Studies
Maple Woods Community CollegeKansas 2001 — 2002
General studies; Biology major
Johnson County Community College 2000 — 2001
General studies; Biology major
Shawnee Mission North High School 1995 — 1999
High School Diploma
Sabert Corporation January 2015 - Present
Sabert Corporation August 2012 - January 2015
Sabert Corporation August 2012 - January 2014
Edward Don & Company August 2007 - August 2012
SEGA Gameworks 2005 - 2007
Hard Rock Cafe 2004 - 2005
Sysco / Chicago 1999 - 2004
Rainforest Cafe 1996 - 1998
BB King's Blues Club 1994 - 1995
Hard Rock Cafe 1992 - 1994
Skills
Food Service, Account Management, New Business Development, Sales Management, Management, Key Account Management, Key Account Development, Sales Operations, Business Development, Sales, Training, Pricing, Selling, Marketing, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Microsoft Word, Trade Shows, Food, National Accounts, P&L, Market Planning, B2B, P&L Management, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing, Product Development, Customer Service, Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Cold Calling, Catering
Education
Rider University 1980 — 1983
BS, Business
Syracuse University - Martin J. Whitman School of Management 1977 — 1979
Business
Carson Pirie Scott September 2011 - October 2012
Rainforest Cafe August 2008 - July 2009
Skills
Business Strategy, Business Planning, Small Business, Operations Management, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Selling, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Retail, Negotiation, PowerPoint, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Management, Leadership, Marketing
Education
Northern Illinois University 2009 — 2014
The Auto Source, Inc. and RFL Management, Inc. 2006 - Present
Universal Orlando Resort 2000 - 2006
Rainforest Cafe 1997 - 2000
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Email Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Budgets, Lead Generation, Sales, Event Management, Leadership, Direct Marketing, Trade Shows, Market Planning, Marketing Management, Management, Online Marketing, Account Management, B2B, Digital Marketing, New Business Development, Social Networking, Team Building, CRM, E-commerce, Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, Competitive Analysis
Education
University of Central Florida - College of Business Administration 1991 — 1995
B.A., Marketing
University of Central Florida
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Rainforest Cafe February 2010 - November 2012
Kohl's Department Stores 2012 - 2012
Skills
Cashiering, Customer Service, Organization, Cleaning, Light Office Work, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Cash Handling Experience, Customer Satisfaction, Telephone Skills
Education
Orange Coast College 2009 — 2011
Mathematics
Fountain Valley High School 2004 — 2009
Diploma, General Studies
Yogurtland September 2012 - April 2014
Carrie Parry June 2013 - August 2013
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. June 2012 - August 2012
Jen Kao May 2012 - July 2012
Chloe Dao December 2011 - January 2012
Rainforest Cafe June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Sewing, Fashion Design, Fashion, Photoshop, Illustrator, Illustration, Draping, Adobe Creative Suite, Apparel, Design Patterns, People-oriented, Organization, Social Media, Fashion Illustration, Fashion Drawing, Flats
Education
Syracuse University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Fashion/Apparel Design
London College of Fashion 2013 — 2013
Fashion/Apparel Design
High School for the Performing and Visual Arts 2006 — 2010
High School Diploma
Holiday Inn April 2014 - Present
Ramada Plaza Hotel April 2013 - April 2014
Lexington Inn May 2012 - February 2013
Hampton Inn October 2010 - May 2012
Hampton Inn November 2006 - October 2010
Hampton Inn May 2005 - November 2006
Rainforest Cafe January 2001 - May 2005
Skills
Customer Satisfaction, Hotel Management, Pre-opening, OnQ, Guest Service Management, Management, Hospitality, Hotels, Leadership, Sales, Front Office, Time Management, Restaurants, Hospitality Management, Banquets, Hospitality Industry, Rooms Division, Yield Management, Customer Service, Budgets, Hotel Booking, Lodging, Property Management..., Corporate Events, Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Revenue Analysis, Opening Hotels, Event Management, Trade Shows, Tourism, Leisure
Education
Middlesex County College
Hyatt Hotels Corporation May 2014 - Present
The Marriott at Warner Center January 2012 - May 2014
The Marriott at Warner Center January 2010 - January 2012
The Marriott at Warner Center July 2007 - December 2011
The Marriott At Vanderbilt University August 2004 - December 2006
Rainforest Cafe June 2002 - January 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Hospitality, Customer Service, English, Budgets, Outlook, Customer Satisfaction, PowerPoint, Hotels, Banquets, Restaurants, Process Scheduler, Food, Food, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality Management, Hotel Management, Pre-opening, Resorts, MICROS
Education
Moorpark College 2008 — 2008
General business classes
Central Carolina College 1995 — 1999
Associate's Degree, Arts and Science
ServeMinnesota Action Network October 2012 - Present
Sholom Community Alliance March 2012 - September 2012
J&B Group May 2008 - February 2012
Rider Bennett, LLP May 2005 - January 2008
Spanlink Communications January 2004 - May 2005
Medtronic January 2003 - January 2004
Capella University January 2001 - December 2002
Rainforest Cafe January 1999 - December 2000
Grand Casinos, Inc. January 1996 - December 1998
Stein Industries Inc January 1995 - December 1996
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Recruiting, HRIS, Personnel Management, Benefits Administration, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Interviews, Onboarding
Education
Metropolitan State University
Liberal Arts
Minnesota School of Business
A.A.S., Business Administration
Chart House May 2011 - Present
Rainforest Cafe February 2009 - May 2011
ESPN Zone June 2007 - February 2009
Rainforest Cafe May 2003 - June 2007
Skills
Guest Recovery, Positive Team Player, Positive Can-do Attitude, Work Ethic, Employee Relations, Experience with Aloha..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Open Table, Restaurant Management, Micros, Hiring, Hospitality, Restaurants, Food, Training, Customer Service, Food
Education
Orange Coast College 2000 — 2006
Empower Texans / Texans for Fiscal Responsibility June 2013 - Present
Texas House of Representatives January 2013 - June 2013
Empower Texans / Texans for Fiscal Responsibility September 2012 - January 2013
Gruene River Grill August 2011 - October 2012
Texas Attorney General - Child Support May 2011 - August 2011
Cracker Barrel Old Country Store December 2009 - February 2011
Rainforest Cafe July 2007 - January 2008
Learning Express Toys, Inc May 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Social Media, Press Releases, Ap Style, Blogging, Dreamweaver, Editing, Facebook, Graphic Design, Legislative Affairs, Legislative Policy, Media Relations, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Photoshop, Public Policy, Public Relations, Research, Spanish, Strategic Communications
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communications, Public Relations, Photography
Second Baptist High School 2004 — 2008
Third Point LLC June 2015 - September 2015
Ristorante Morini September 2014 - May 2015
Indie Loop June 2013 - December 2014
Ristorante Morini December 2013 - September 2014
Costata October 2013 - November 2013
Sam Houston State University June 2011 - August 2013
Sam Houston State University May 2007 - May 2011
Gap Inc. June 2006 - January 2007
Rainforest Cafe May 2006 - July 2006
North Houston Endoscopy and Surgery June 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Advertising, Project Planning, Project Management, Management, Microsoft Office, InDesign, Photoshop, Fundraising, Organization, Social Media, Photography, Music, Posters, Singing, Apparel, Graphic Design, Social Networking, Sales
Education
Sam Houston State University 2005 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Music
Body Central November 2014 - January 2015
Body Central April 2014 - November 2014
Macy's August 2013 - June 2014
Seward Community Co-op March 2012 - August 2013
Erewhon Natural Foods Market May 2009 - February 2012
Applebee's October 2008 - December 2008
Macy's May 2006 - October 2008
Rainforest Cafe February 2005 - May 2006
The Afternoon September 2003 - September 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Sales, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Store Management, Leadership
Education
Minneapolis Business College 2001 — 2002
Associate's degree, Travel and Hospitality
Central High School, St. Paul, MN 1998 — 2001
Diploma
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin January 2015 - Present
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin April 2014 - January 2015
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin October 2013 - April 2014
Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin May 2013 - September 2013
Stephen C. O'Connell Center October 2011 - May 2013
Rainforest Cafe May 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Success Driven, Goal Oriented, Eagle Scout, Team Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Resorts, Hospitality, Rooms Division, Front Office, Cpr Certified, Lightspeed, Guest Service Management, Guest Recovery, Hospitality Management, Hotels, Hospitality Industry, CPR Certified, Public Speaking, Corporate Events, Social Networking, Hiring, Lodging
Education
University of Central Florida 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality Administration/Management
University of Florida 2011 — 2013
General Studies
Valencia Community College 2009 — 2011
General Studies/ Duel Enrollment
The Hartt School Community Division November 2013 - Present
Starbucks August 2013 - Present
The Hartt School Community Division May 2013 - Present
Rainforest Cafe June 2012 - August 2012
Victoria's Secret May 2011 - May 2012
Black Forest Cafe May 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Organization, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Social Media, Hardwork, Phone Etiquette, Case Managment, Customer Experience, Music, Event Planning, Stage Management, Cultural Awareness, Facebook, Sales, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Customer Service
Education
University of Hartford 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music, 3.75
Rainforest Cafe May 2005 - March 2009
Rainforest Cafe 2005 - 2008
Marrs Printing March 2000 - June 2005
Jarrin Printing March 1996 - January 2000
Skills
Possess strong..., Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Social Skills
Education
Mt. San Antonio College 2008 — 2011
Associate's degree, General Studies
Damien High School 1983 — 1987
Diploma
Walmart August 2013 - Present
Rainforest Cafe March 2012 - Present
Walmart March 2013 - August 2013
Wal-Mart April 2011 - March 2013
Marcus Theatres August 2010 - October 2011
El Pato January 2010 - June 2010
Roofing Specialists January 2006 - January 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Listener, Analitical, Energetic team player, Energetic Leader, Self-motivated...
Education
Robert Morris University 2010 — 2011
Associate's degree, Business Administration
Chicago Public Schools September 2014 - Present
CareerBuilder.com May 2013 - May 2014
Citizen Bridges International October 2012 - March 2013
Lettuce Entertain You Restaurants July 2012 - March 2013
Durban Children's Orphanage February 2012 - June 2012
Student Village February 2012 - June 2012
Rainforest Cafe May 2007 - January 2011
Ultramar Inc., Argentina August 2010 - December 2010
America Reads, America Counts September 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Spanish, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Research, Customer Service, Fundraising, Event Management, Press Releases, Social Networking, Public Relations, Social Media
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Consumer Economics, Recent Graduate
University of KwaZulu-Natal 2012 — 2012
Universidad Católica Argentina 2010 — 2010
Torrid June 2014 - Present
Journeys November 2014 - December 2014
Target May 2014 - October 2014
Rainforest Cafe February 2010 - March 2014
Hollywood Video January 2008 - November 2009
Education
University of Redlands, School of Business 2013 — 2013
Business
Norco College 2008 — 2013
Associate's Degree, Mathematics and Science, GPA: 3.33
Access Residential Management January 2014 - Present
Ruby Tuesday 2013 - 2014
Bohemian Hotel Celebration 2012 - 2013
Rainforest Cafe 2003 - 2011
Skills
Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Menu Development, Fine Dining, Restaurant Management, Licensed Community..., Food, Pre-opening, Customer Satisfaction, Catering, Banquets, Front Office, Budgets, Customer Service, Revenue Analysis
Education
University of Central Florida 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Hospitality Management
New York Communities for Change October 2013 - Present
Long Island Progressive Coalition July 2015 - September 2015
Dantona Industries July 2010 - August 2015
Kitchen Works January 2004 - February 2010
Mercy Hospital January 2003 - December 2003
Dellwood Country Club June 2002 - October 2002
Chilli's March 2002 - September 2002
Rainforest cafe October 1999 - January 2002
Skills
Sales, Fundraising
Education
Nassau Community College 2009 — 2010
Spanish language
Nyack College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Comparative religions
Rainforest Cafe October 2014 - Present
Oakwood Smokehouse March 2012 - June 2014
Skills
Positive Discipline, Customer Service, Operational Efficiency, Professional..., Computer Proficiency, Multitasking, Phone Etiquette, High Pressure...
Education
University of Central Florida 2014 — 2018
Leesburg High School 2010 — 2014
Smolins & Raab Financial Group May 2000 - Present
Kahunaville February 1999 - April 2000
Rainforest Cafe June 1998 - November 1998
Ocean Express Seafood Restaurants 1988 - 1998
Education
Johnson & Wales University 1986 — 1988
Bachelor's Degree, Management
Johnson & Wales University 1984 — 1986
Associate's Degree, Culinary Arts
Florida State University Online 2001 — 2003
Completed the Certified Financial Planning course
Atholton High School 1980 — 1984
High School
OVS Group LLC January 2013 - Present
4B Fencing and Construction June 2011 - January 2013
Rainforest Cafe January 2009 - June 2011
Best Buy April 2008 - April 2009
Sombrero Ranch January 2002 - January 2007
Skills
Leadership, Organized Multi-tasker, Efficent, Strategic Planning, Superior Work Ethic, Team-oriented, Self-driven, Professional..., Always Punctual, Highly versatile, Determined to Succeed, Customer Service, Process Scheduler, Energy, Project Management, Account Management, Sales, Budgets, Contract Negotiation, Management, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Sales Management
Education
University of Houston-Victoria 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Wharton County Junior College 2008 — 2010
Rasmussen College August 2010 - Present
Cathedral High School, St. Cloud, MN October 2006 - Present
Radisson Hotel and Suites September 2005 - August 2010
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites April 2004 - July 2005
Media Play May 2003 - May 2004
Rainforest Cafe June 2002 - May 2003
Valencia Community College August 2001 - May 2003
Skills
Curriculum Design, Adult Education, Higher Education, Curriculum Development, Admissions, Faculty Development, Student Affairs, Distance Learning, Enrollment Management, Educational Leadership, Staff Development, Instructional Design, Academic Administration, Teaching, Student Recruiting
Education
The University of North Dakota 1996 — 1998
Master's degree (MA), Theatre - Directing
Minot State University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Speech Communication/Theatre
Lubricating Specialties Company February 2012 - Present
Clean Tech Environmental Inc. March 2012 - November 2012
General Petroleum December 2008 - March 2011
Orange Line Oil Company September 2004 - May 2008
Starbucks Coffee Company January 2000 - January 2004
Rainforest Cafe January 1996 - September 2000
Skills
Account Management, Analysis, Automotive, Budgets, Business Development, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Service, Direct Sales, Energy, Finance, Forecasting, Human Resources, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Logistics, Lubricants, Management, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Negotiation, Operations Management, Petroleum, Procurement, Proposal Writing, Retail, Sales, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Training, New Business Development, Payroll, Process Scheduler, Product Development, Strategic Planning
Education
concord career college 1992 — 1994
medical assisting, medical assisting
Mt. San Antonio College 1990 — 1992
Business
Claremont High SchoolClaremont 1984 — 1990
H.S. Diploma
CDW September 2013 - Present
Round Lake Area Park District August 2011 - Present
Freelance August 1998 - Present
Rainforest Cafe November 2009 - September 2013
Rainforest Cafe January 2002 - September 2013
Toscana Promotions, Inc. December 2008 - November 2009
PPI, Inc. January 2007 - January 2009
Chicago Police Department- Office of Professional Standards August 2005 - December 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Social Media, Event Planning, Advertising, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Fundraising, Editing, Non-profits, Social Networking, Public Speaking, Event Management, Web Design, Teaching, Acting, Leadership, Marketing, Public Relations, Training, Sales
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2003 — 2005
B.A., Political Science, Classical Studies Minor, 3.68
Antioch Community High School 1998 — 2001
High School Dipolma, Spanish, music, theater, and general studies
Century21 Pacesetter August 2014 - Present
Coldwell Banker Riviera Realty July 2009 - Present
Whisk Enterprises LLC August 2006 - Present
Coldwell Banker Riviera Realty June 2009 - December 2013
O'Charley's July 2005 - August 2006
Tuscan Due LLC January 2003 - May 2005
MOMCO LLC October 2001 - January 2003
Landry's Restaurants August 1999 - September 2001
Rainforest Cafe 1998 - 2001
Harrah's Entertainment January 1980 - February 1999
Skills
Investment Properties, Advertising, Banquets, Buyer Representation, Buyers, Condos, Culinary Skills, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Finance, First Time Home Buyers, Food, Food, Foreclosures, Hospitality, Hotels, Human Resources, Leadership, Listings, Luxury, Management, Marketing, Menu Development, Negotiation, Networking, New Home Sales, Operations Management, Property, Property Management, Purchasing, REO, Real Estate, Real Estate Transactions, Real Property, Recruiting, Referrals, Relocation, Rentals, Residential Homes, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, SFR, Sales, Seller Representation, Sellers, Selling, Short Sales, Single Family Homes, Social Networking, Sourcing
Education
Culinary Institute of America 1990 — 1996
Affiliate, Culinary-Finance-Restaurant Operations-Sanitation
Tutelary Marketing June 2011 - Present
Local Business Internet Marketing University November 2013 - Present
Parking Management Company January 2008 - January 2011
Caterpillar Financial July 2010 - August 2010
Rainforest Cafe November 2006 - January 2008
Skills
SEO, Marketing, Web Marketing, SEM, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, New Media, Customer Service, Online Advertising
Education
Trevecca Nazarene University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Freelance Designer April 2007 - Present
Saltgrass Steakhouse October 2012 - Present
Anuerhythm March 2004 - Present
Rainforest Cafe February 2012 - October 2012
Kelly services 2011 - 2012
Rx America March 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Social Networking, Music Production, Event Planning, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Facebook, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Sales, Blogging, Composition, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Music, Entertainment, Editing, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Management, Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, SEO, Web Design, Online Marketing, CSS, Web Development, Graphic Design, Photography, Photoshop, Advertising, Mac, WordPress, Illustrator, Creative Direction, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Audio Engineering, Digital Media, Video Production, Sound, Video, Music Industry, Radio, Audio Editing, New Media, DJ, Pro Tools, Creative Writing, Film
Education
Devry University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Multimedia Design & Development
Salt Lake Community College 2004 — 2005
Granger High 1997 — 2000
Diploma, Generals
Real Mex Restaurants August 2013 - Present
The Restaurant Consultants November 2004 - August 2013
Lone Star Steakhouse January 2008 - May 2009
Copeland's January 2003 - October 2004
Jillian's Entertainment April 1999 - January 2003
Rainforest Cafe 1996 - 1999
Champps Americana April 1995 - January 1996
The Cheesecake Factory August 1990 - April 1995
Restaurants Unlimited April 1984 - May 1990
Skills
Menu Development, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Cost Control, Food Safety, Food Service, Recipes, Food Industry, Franchising, Fine Dining, Training, Hiring, Purchasing, P&L, Profit, Franchise Consulting, Menu Engineering, New Restaurant Openings, Hospitality, Hotels, Sanitation, Menu Costing, Food Preparation, Operations Management, Labor Management, Food Quality, Steaks, Seafood, Profit Maximization, Food Processing, Employee Training, Casino, Sales Growth, Income Statement, Fast Casual, Opening Hotels, Kitchen, Start-ups, Operating Systems, Cruise Lines, Healthcare, Pizza, Kitchen Design, Extreme High Volume, Restaurant Consulting, Specialty Retail, Retail Food, Food Safety Management..., Chef
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1979 — 1986
Civil Engineering
The Culinary Institute of America
Real Mex Restaurants September 2013 - Present
ARAMARK Sports and Entertainment October 2010 - July 2013
Los Angeles Convention Center 2005 - 2010
Rainforest Cafe 1998 - 2005
Richfield Hospitality May 1993 - May 1998
Skills
Recipes, Purchasing, Menu Engineering, Branding & Identity, Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Menu Development, Culinary Skills, Food Service, Gourmet, Fine Dining, Hospitality, Cuisine, Catering, Food, Pastry, Hotels, Sanitation, Mediterranean, Baking, Seafood, Resorts, Hospitality Industry, Culinary Management, Wine, Food Quality, Sauces, Chef, Recipe Testing, Restaurant Management, Food Preparation, Hospitality Management, Event Management, Banquets, Menu Costing, Cooking, ServSafe, Dinners, New Restaurant Openings, Hygiene, Pre-opening, Serve Safe Certified, Labor Control, Culinary Education, Food Cost Management, Food Cost Analysis, Italian cuisine, Personal Chef Services, Butchery, Food Safety
Education
Culinary Institute of America
Certified Prochef, Culinary Arts
Penn State University 1977 — 1979
Division of Undergraduate Studies
West Chester East High School 1973 — 1977
Yes
Kutztown University August 2015 - Present
NAI Summit November 2014 - June 2015
Self-employed April 2013 - December 2014
Penn National Gaming October 2013 - November 2013
Jackson Legal Processing September 2009 - April 2013
University of Kansas Survey Research Center October 2008 - June 2009
KU Ki Aikido Club August 2008 - May 2009
Ekdahl Dining Commons August 2004 - September 2008
Rainforest Cafe June 2007 - December 2007
The Studio - KU Dining Services August 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Research, Spanish, Leadership, Management, Time Management, Teaching, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Media, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Recruiting, Legal, Reports, Real Estate, Fundraising, Data Analysis, Outlook, Training, Community Outreach, Editing, Nonprofits, Analysis, Public Relations, Team Leadership
Education
Kutztown University of Pennsylvania 2015 — 2018
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Kansas 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish, International Studies
Shawnee Mission South
PlanetWise Products September 2002 - Present
St Paul Pet 2001 - 2002
Rainforest Cafe January 1996 - January 1999
Skills
New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Trade Shows, Sales Management, Advertising, Product Development, Marketing, Customer Service, Retail, Merchandising, Team Building, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Consumer Products, Budgets, Negotiation, Management, Sales, Start-ups, CRM, B2B, Training, Direct Sales, Contract Negotiation, Key Account Development, P&L Management, Recruiting, Pricing, Market Planning, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Sales Operations, Key Account Management, Product Launch, Public Relations, Product Marketing, Selling, Forecasting, Account Management
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1983
Chief O'Neill's May 2014 - Present
Wishbone Restaurant June 2013 - May 2014
CMC Consultants August 2010 - June 2013
Mutual of Omaha August 2009 - August 2010
Houlihan's Restaurants, Inc. March 2002 - June 2007
Rainforest Cafe March 2001 - December 2001
Jazzhaus April 1995 - March 2001
Skills
Talent Acquisition, Sourcing, Executive Search, Social Media, Full-life Cycle..., Restaurant Management, Outside Sales, Account Management, Marketing, Interviews, Leadership, Recruiting, Networking, Training, Sales, Catering
Education
University of Kansas 1992 — 1997
BS, Communications/Pyschology
Rainforest Cafe January 2012 - Present
St Georges Veterinary Hospital January 2010 - January 2015
Marketing Genome Project January 2013 - January 2014
Skills
Social Media, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Facebook, Research, Editing, Social Networking, Marketing Communications
Education
Kean University 2014 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Communications
Middlesex County College 2011 — 2013
Associate's degree, Communications
Independent Contractor May 2012 - Present
Stay at Home Mom December 2005 - Present
Rainforest Cafe June 2012 - August 2014
Balloon Distractions November 2012 - April 2014
Skills
Art, Teaching, Public Speaking, Balloon Artist, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Administrative..., Music, Dance, Entertainment, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Management, Nonprofits, Event Planning
Education
Professional Balloon Artist Training 2012 — 2012
The University of Texas at Arlington 1995 — 1997
Bananna republic factory store November 2013 - Present
Six flags November 2011 - November 2013
Hanlon's k9 LLC February 2013 - September 2013
Six Flags Great Adventure May 2006 - November 2011
National Aquarium in Baltimore January 2005 - May 2006
Rainforest Cafe May 2004 - December 2004
Six Flags March 1999 - May 2004
Skills
Animal Husbandry, Safari, Animal Behavior, Dog Training, Animal Training, Scuba Diving, Ecology, Science, Entertainment, Wildlife, Event Management, Social Networking, Event Planning, Public Relations, Veterinary Medicine, Animal Work, Training, Public Speaking, Animal Welfare, Microsoft Office
Education
Rider University 1994 — 1998
BA Marine Science, Marine Science and Biology
Rider University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marine Sciences
F&D Holdco, LLC December 2014 - Present
Zamination.com February 2011 - Present
Real Mex Restaurants January 2013 - August 2014
Warner Gaming, LLC January 2012 - December 2013
E-Brands Restaurants January 2003 - February 2011
Planet Hollywood 2000 - 2001
Rainforest Cafe January 1996 - August 2000
Skills
Team Building, Hospitality, Strategic Planning, Budgets, P&L, Restaurant Management, Catering, Food, Management, Leadership
Education
Purdue University 1973 — 1978
BS, Restaurant Hotel and Institutional Management
Rainforest Cafe January 2011 - Present
L'Andana -Tenuta La Badiola May 2009 - September 2009
Hollister Co. May 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Horseback Riding, Cheerleading, Dance, Acting
Education
The American Academy of Dramatic Arts 2011 — 2013
University of Massachusetts Boston 2009 — 2012
Lieberman Research Worldwide October 2014 - Present
Lieberman Research Worldwide December 2011 - September 2014
Kaiser Permanente January 2011 - June 2011
Chapman University September 2008 - August 2009
Nordstrom April 2008 - August 2008
Legacy Entertainment September 2007 - December 2007
Rainforest Cafe 2006 - 2006
McConnell's Ice Cream February 2004 - November 2005
Disneyland Resort June 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Market Research, Marketing Research, Consumer Behaviour, Consumer Insight, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Research Design, Data Analysis, SPSS, Marketing, Digital Media, Research
Education
Chapman University, The George L. Argyros School of Business and Economics 2008 — 2010
Masters, Business Administration
University of California, Irvine
BACHELOR OF ARTS, PHILOSOPHY2007
University of California, Los Angeles
digital marketing
Carpe PM Nightlife Consulting March 2013 - Present
Horseshoe Casino Cleveland March 2012 - March 2013
The Cosmopolitan Las Vegas October 2010 - March 2012
N9NE Group / Palms Casino - Moon Nightclub September 2006 - July 2010
Midnight Oil Company (Whiskey Sky and Cherry Nightclubs) 2001 - 2007
The Insight Group June 2000 - August 2001
LOAD Media Network 1999 - 2000
Rainforest Cafe December 1997 - September 1999
Caesars Tahoe 1995 - 1996
Education
Michigan State University 1992 — 1996
BA, Hospitality Business
University School 1986 — 1992
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan October 2011 - Present
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan November 2008 - October 2011
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan May 2005 - November 2008
Rainforest Cafe 1998 - 2005
Skills
Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Medicare, Health Insurance, Access, Employee Benefits, Compliance, Analysis, Management, Marketing, Process Improvement, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Program Management, Vendor Management, Marketing Communications, Project Management, Account Management, Product Development, Time Management, New Business Development
Education
Michigan State University - The Eli Broad Graduate School of Management 2009 — 2011
Master of Business Administration
Oakland University - School of Business Administration 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Science
Adams High School 1996 — 2000
High School Dipolma
Student Media Group May 2015 - Present
Rainforest Cafe November 2014 - Present
Mellow Mushroom Pizza Bakers August 2013 - November 2014
Texas Road House September 2010 - August 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Sales, Marketing, Public Speaking, Social Networking, Facebook
Education
University of Central Florida 2014 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Human Communication, Senior
Vermont Emergency Management and Homeland Security July 2011 - Present
Dartmouth College July 2010 - July 2011
State of Vermont March 2010 - July 2010
Syracuse University August 2008 - May 2009
State of Vermont December 2004 - June 2008
Johnson State College September 2004 - May 2008
Rainforest Cafe June 2002 - May 2004
Skills
Continuity of Operations, Emergency Management, Microsoft Office, Program Management, Public Health, Incident Command, Project Planning, Risk Assessment, Analysis, Public Administration, Homeland Security, Government, Policy, Disaster Response, Public Policy, Public Safety, Preparedness, Strategic Planning
Education
Syracuse University - Maxwell School of Citizenship and Public Affairs 2008 — 2009
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.)
Johnson State College 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Mount Mansfield Union High School 1998 — 2002
Patented Solutions LLC August 2008 - Present
Vitco Distributors, Inc. January 2011 - December 2014
El Gallo Giro Corp. June 2007 - August 2008
Norms Restaurants/Select Industries March 2002 - June 2007
Concepts in Culinary, Inc. April 2000 - December 2004
Rainforest Cafe May 1998 - October 2000
Marie Callender Restaurants April 1990 - November 1997
International Institute of the Maitre d' 1979 - 1980
Skills
Food, Culinary Skills, Food & Beverage, Sales, Food Service, Purchasing, Strategic Planning, Restaurants, Food Safety, Management, Manufacturing, Menu Development, Product Development, Business Development, Budgets, Supply Chain, Forecasting, Sales Management, Catering, Food Industry, Income Statement, Restaurant Management, Customer Service, Hospitality, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Operations Management, P, Retail, P&L, Team Building
Education
Servsafe 2015 — 2015
Manager Certification
UCLA Extension 1989 — 1989
Advanced Garde Manger
Orange Coast College 1981 — 1983
Culinary Arts
Sleep Number January 2003 - Present
Entolo 2001 - 2003
Rainforest Cafe December 1996 - June 2000
Pet Food Warehouse 1994 - 1996
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Marketing Strategy, Design Management, Retail Design, Space-planning, Fashion, Creative Direction, Project Management, Plannning, Social Media Marketing, Sales, Strategy, Management, Program Management, Strategic Planning, POS, New Store Development, Budgets, Space planning, Cross-functional Team..., Brand Development, Customer Experience, Leadership, Brand Management, Training, Packaging, Loss Prevention, Product Development, Interior Design, Marketing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1987 — 1992
B.S. Retail Merchandising, International Study, Retail, Textiles and Clothing
Murphy Family Ventures LLC 2007 - Present
Zola, DC 2001 - 2002
Rainforest Cafe 1997 - 2002
Skills
Inventory Management, Customer Service, Team Building, Operations Management, Management, Training, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Microsoft Excel, Sales
Education
James Madison University 1991 — 1996
Business Administration and Management, General
YMCA December 2014 - Present
Sunset Neighborhood Beacon Center August 2014 - Present
Pasta Pomodoro, Inc. May 2013 - September 2014
The Party Staff, Inc. April 2013 - December 2013
Outdoor Educational Institute September 2013 - November 2013
Tastebuds Cuisine February 2013 - May 2013
Rainforest Cafe May 2010 - September 2012
BRE Properties Inc. May 2010 - July 2010
Golden Gate National Parks Conservancy May 2009 - July 2009
Building with Books 2007 - 2009
Skills
Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Marketing, Customer Service, Sales, Food Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, English, Teaching, backpacking, Swimming, Outdoors
Education
San Francisco State University 2009 — 2013
Balboa High School 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma
US Foods- South Florida June 2015 - Present
US Foods September 2013 - June 2015
US Foods May 2006 - September 2013
US Foodservice May 2003 - May 2006
Aliant Foodservice July 2001 - May 2003
Rainforest Cafe August 1994 - July 2001
Skills
Food Safety, National Accounts, Team Building, Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, P, Key Account Development, Inventory Management, Sales, Forecasting, Sales Operations, Purchasing, HACCP, Key Account Management, Supply Chain, Sales Management, Sales Process, Food Industry, Food, Customer Satisfaction, Selling, Cold Calling, Hiring, Sales Presentations, Operations Management, Customer Retention, Account Management, Business Planning, Food, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Building Relationships, Training, Food Service, Direct Sales, Culinary Skills, Distributors, Logistics, Coaching, Restaurant Management, Sanitation, Food Quality, Competitive Analysis, Time Management, ServSafe, Serve Safe Certified, Seafood, Customer Service
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1985 — 1987
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Food Service Management
Sullivan County Community College 1983 — 1985
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
Nordstrom Assistant BuyerNordstromSeptember 2012 - June 2014
Nordstrom March 2006 - August 2012
Nordstrom October 2005 - March 2006
Rainforest cafe September 2001 - October 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Inventory Control, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Merchandise Planning, Assortment, Retail Sales, Retail Buying, Apparel, Fashion, Driving Results, Profit, Fashion Buying
Education
University of California, Riverside 1999 — 2003
Bachelor's degree, English Literature (British and Commonwealth)
Sodexo October 2013 - Present
Not Your Average Joe's June 2012 - October 2013
Not Your Average Joe's October 2007 - June 2012
Rainforest cafe October 2003 - October 2007
Riverbarge Excursion Lines January 2000 - September 2004
Skills
Chef, Cuisine, Culinary Skills, Fine Dining, Menu Costing, Menu Development, Recipes, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Sanitation, ServSafe, Food Cost Management, Culinary Management, Serve Safe Certified, Labor Control
Education
University of Massachusetts Lowell
Mosaic Sales Solutions June 2015 - Present
Olympia Hills Gymnastics September 2014 - May 2015
Saltgrass Steak House May 2013 - August 2013
Rainforest Cafe May 2012 - August 2012
Wahlberg McCreary Inc. May 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Social Networking, Customer Service, Advertising, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Premiere Pro, Dreamweaver, Account Planning, Blogging, Marketing
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communication / Advertising.
Cypress Ridge High School 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma
Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission July 1999 - Present
Charleston County Park & Recreation Commission July 1999 - Present
Rainforest cafe' June 1998 - January 1999
McCormick & Schmick's February 1997 - July 1998
Skills
Food & Beverage, Customer Service, Event Management, Budgets, Food, Event Planning, Team Building, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Catering, Supervisory Skills
Education
Paul Smith's College 1991 — 1994
ASS,BS, Hospitality Administration/Management /Culinary
Target April 2014 - Present
Target January 2013 - April 2014
Target February 2004 - December 2012
Target March 2001 - June 2002
Rainforest Cafe 1996 - 2001
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, Assortment, Merchandise Planning, Trend Analysis, Apparel, Inventory Control, Private Label, Global Sourcing, Fashion, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development
Education
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BS)
buybuy BABY August 2009 - Present
Jump Enterprises June 2006 - May 2009
Jose's Mexican Restaurant October 2004 - May 2005
Rainforest Cafe January 2004 - July 2004
Global Santa Fe Drilling Co August 2003 - January 2004
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Customer Service, Sales, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Store Operations, Inventory Control, Profit, Merchandising, Cashiering, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Shrinkage, POS, Microsoft Word, Time Management, Planograms, Employee Training, Training, Big Box, Merchandise Planning, New Store Openings, Associate Development, Assortment, Apparel, Hiring, Interviews, Data Entry, Trend Analysis, Teamwork, Team Building, Telephone Skills, Outlook
Education
Sam Houston State University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Forensic Psychology
Nifco America Corp. May 2015 - Present
Berlitz School of Language April 2010 - Present
Novem Car Interior Design GmbH July 2011 - May 2015
Global LT November 2010 - July 2011
Rainforest Cafe June 2009 - November 2010
Complete Automation (Translation Service) December 2008 - February 2009
Sagebrush Cantina (Hostess) August 2007 - October 2008
Olive Garden (Hostess) January 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Intercultural..., German, Language Teaching, Multilingual, Translation, Teaching, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Foreign Languages, Teaching English as a..., Training
Education
Oakland University 2005 — 2009
BA, German
Oldenburg University 2006 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, German Language and Culture
America Reads January 2015 - Present
UIUC Dining August 2012 - December 2014
Rainforest Cafe May 2013 - August 2013
CoWorx Staffing Services December 2012 - January 2013
The Mikva Challenge March 2012 - March 2012
Skills
Social Media, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Research, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Public Relations
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2012 — 2016
Acquia September 2014 - Present
Donaldson Home Improvement December 2013 - August 2014
Methuen Construction August 2012 - January 2014
The Cheesecake Factory September 2010 - September 2012
Advertising That Works May 2012 - August 2012
Rainforest Cafe October 2009 - September 2010
Skills
Advertising, Editing, Marketing, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Accounting
Education
University of Massachusetts at Lowell 2009 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Middlesex Community College 2009 — 2011
Business Administration
Arlington Convention & Visitors Bureau February 2014 - Present
Six Flags Theme Parks February 2011 - July 2013
Steak n Shake March 2009 - February 2011
Rainforest Cafe June 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Childcare, Customer Service, Retail, Food Service, Events, Organization, Creativity, Creative Writing, Problem Solving, Creative Problem Solving, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Office
Education
Tarrant County College 2010 — 2013
Associates in Applied Science, Hospitality Administration/Management, 3.5
Tarrant County College 2001 — 2005
Associates in Arts, 3.0
Rainforest Cafe June 2015 - Present
Starbucks December 2014 - June 2015
Carmel Cafe and Wine Bar January 2014 - January 2015
Carrabba's Italian Grill June 2013 - January 2014
Boston's Fish House March 2013 - June 2013
BOING! Jump Center April 2012 - March 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Leadership, Sales, Social Media, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Education
University of Central Florida 2015 — 2017
Seminole State College of Florida
Associate's degree
Korde & Associates P.C. March 2015 - Present
Smile and skin aesthetics August 2014 - January 2015
Windham Professionals September 2013 - January 2014
starbucks April 2007 - September 2013
Valora January 2007 - April 2007
Barnes & Noble April 2005 - November 2006
Rainforest Cafe August 2002 - September 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Adobe Software, Photoshop, Illustrator, QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver, Typing, Photography, Photo Editor, Digital Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Digital Illustration, Web Design, Typography, Image Manipulation, Drawing, Illustration, Graphics, PowerPoint, Business Cards, Coffee, Cashiering, Sketching
Education
Middlesex Community College 2004 — 2007
Associate's degree, Graphic Design
Asu
Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey June 2014 - Present
US Army May 2005 - Present
Workforce Opportunity Services March 2014 - June 2015
Rainforest Cafe March 2012 - September 2014
Edison Job Corps Academy July 2010 - June 2014
Delta Community Supports September 2009 - June 2011
Rainforest Cafe June 2004 - June 2007
Skills
Leadership, Military, Training, Military Experience, Army, Military Operations, Communication, Security Clearance, Microsoft Excel, Inspection, Operations Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Physical Security, C4ISR, Critical Thinking, Operational Excellence, Interagency Coordination, Adaptability, Team Management, Time Management, Inventory Management, Highly detail oriented, Conflict Resolution, Data Analysis, Oral & Written..., Written & Oral..., Conflict Prevention, Employee Training, Infantry Tactics, Small Unit Leadership, Small Unit Tactics
Education
New Jersey Institute of Technology 2015 — 2015
Project Management
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark 2014 — 2015
Information Technology Project Management
Bishop Ahr
Rutgers University-New Brunswick
Ethics
Rainforest Cafe September 2012 - March 2015
FETCH! PET CARE July 2013 - January 2015
Nova Southeastern University August 2013 - December 2014
America Counts August 2012 - March 2013
Kmart Corporation October 2011 - July 2012
Sea World Parks & Entertainment May 2011 - July 2012
Penn State University October 2009 - May 2011
Skills
ArcGIS, Environmental Science, Teaching, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Geology, Data Analysis, Research, Statistics, PowerPoint, Data Collection, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microscopy, Science, Biology, Marine Biology, Laboratory
Education
Nova Southeastern University 2012 — 2014
Master's degree, Marine Biology
Penn State University 2007 — 2011
Geobiology, Marine Science
Universal Robotics August 2015 - Present
Sambuca May 2011 - Present
Longhorn Steakhouse May 2010 - May 2011
Rainforest Cafe May 2009 - May 2010
Consumer Depot May 2008 - May 2009
WILD GINGER RESTAURANT LLC December 2007 - May 2008
O'Charley's December 2006 - December 2007
Dell September 2005 - December 2006
Dell December 2004 - September 2005
Skills
AutoCAD, C++, Microsoft Office, C, Engineering, HTML, Photoshop, Windows, CAD, Programming, NI LabVIEW, RSLogix, Autodesk Software, Arduino, Linux, Robotics, LabVIEW, Electronics, Electrical Engineering, Automation, Microcontrollers, Troubleshooting, Mechanical Engineering, Soldering, Teamwork, Lathe, Machining, Autodesk Inventor, Visual Basic, Electro-mechanical, Ubuntu, Manufacturing, Microsoft Word, Electrical Controls, PowerPoint, AutoCAD Mechanical, Control Systems Design, Microsoft Excel, Design for Manufacturing, Customer Service, Sales, Research
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2004 — 2014
BS, Electromechanical Technology/Electromechanical Engineering Technology
UnitedHealth Group March 2015 - Present
Wells Fargo May 2000 - January 2015
Charter Consulting 1999 - 2000
Rainforest Cafe 1998 - 1999
HealthPartners 1997 - 1999
Skills
Process Improvement, Management, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Architecture, Business Process, Analysis, Information Security, Vendor Management, IT Strategy, Team Building, Budgets, Information Security..., Enterprise Software, Forecasting, Risk Management, Requirements Analysis, TCP/IP, Business Analysis, Governance, Collaborative Problem..., PMP, Consulting, Strategy, Program Management, Leadership, IT Management, Project Management, Change Management, Requirements Gathering, ITIL, Team Leadership, Information Technology, Analytics, Problem Solving, PMO, Business Process..., IT Service Management, Cross-functional Team..., Project Planning, Documentation, Management Consulting, Business Requirements, Data Analysis, Systems Analysis, Policy, Policy Writing, Team Management, Agile Methodologies
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2015 — 2018
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), International Business
Ft. Hays State University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Psychology
St. John's University 1996 — 1998
Master of Arts (M.A.), Systematics
St. Mary's University 1989 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (BS), Computer Science
Qiagen Sciences, LLC (formerly SABiosciences) May 2014 - Present
Precision Bioservices July 2013 - February 2014
Towson University September 2010 - December 2012
RED LOBSTER March 2009 - January 2011
RAINFOREST CAFE December 2008 - January 2009
PAOLO'S August 2008 - December 2008
HAGAN'S TAVERN October 2007 - August 2008
OLIVE GARDEN June 2006 - October 2007
LEE DELAUTER'S AND SONS August 2005 - June 2006
Skills
PowerPoint, Photoshop, InDesign, Word, Excel, Microsoft Excel, PCR, Agarose Gel..., Teaching, Assay Development, Technical Writing, Purification, Editing, Gel Electrophoresis, Molecular Biology, Research, Science, Time Management, Higher Education, Microbiology, Laboratory, Cell Biology, Genetics, Biology, Windows, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Mac, Teamwork, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Immunology, Data Analysis, Chemistry, Cell Culture
Education
Towson University 2010 — 2012
M.S., Cell and Molecular Biology
Towson University 2008 — 2010
BS, Cell and Molecular Biology
Frederick Community College 2006 — 2008
AA, Biology
INC2000 November 2014 - Present
Meyer's & Associates January 2013 - January 2014
ReVireo July 2013 - August 2013
Rainforest Cafe January 2012 - January 2013
GREEN - Global Renewable Energy Education Network January 2012 - January 2012
Rutgers University Writing Center September 2011 - December 2011
Skills
PowerPoint, Research, Microsoft Word, Environmental Awareness, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Environmental Science, Teamwork, Sustainability, English, Ecology, Environmental Policy, Renewable Energy, Renewable Resources, Renewable Fuels, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Consulting, Environmental Education, Environmental Issues, Data Analysis, Original Thinker, Outstanding..., Social Media, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2009 — 2013
BS, Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior: International Option, 3.43
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Environmental Policy, Institutions, and Behavior
Best Beverage Catering May 2012 - Present
Aramark Sports LLC May 2009 - Present
VFW Foundation June 2009 - September 2012
Restaurant November 2011 - April 2012
Maxwell's 35 May 2011 - August 2011
Rainforest Cafe June 2009 - April 2011
Township Of Woodbridge September 2009 - September 2010
Marketing Plus, Inc. December 2008 - May 2009
Germano's Trattoria/Baci Bar & Grill August 2005 - March 2008
Skills
Sustainability, Environmental Science, Environmental Awareness, Environmental Education, Field Work, Environmental Issues, Water Quality, Environmental Compliance, Environmental Consulting, Environmental..., Plant Identification, Research, Environmental Policy, Ecology, ArcGIS, Environmental Impact..., Soil Sampling, Ecological Restoration, Cultural Diversity, Organic Gardening, Conflict Resolution, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Cash Management, Employee Training, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Event Management, Management, Strategic Planning, Teamwork
Education
Towson University 1999 — 2010
Bachelor of Science, Environmental Science & Studies
Woodbridge High School 1996 — 1999
Diploma, General studies
Appen June 2015 - Present
House of Pendell December 2005 - Present
Care2.com January 2009 - February 2011
Suite101.com January 2008 - April 2008
Privila Inc. August 2007 - November 2007
Rainforest Cafe December 1995 - May 2002
Skills
Blogging, Social Media, New Media, Research, Web Content, Fact-checking, Editing, Online Research, Copy Editing, Training, Customer Service, Management, Storytelling, Social Networking, Mindfulness Meditation, Diet Planning, Hospitality, Restaurant Management, Data Analysis, Adult ADHD, Autism, Critical Thinking, Journalism, History, American History, Trendwatching, Writing, WordPress, Gluten Free, Copywriting, Data Entry
Education
Roosevelt University 2002 — 2007
BS, Social Science, History
Mystic Aquarium & Institute for Exploration December 2011 - Present
Rainforest Cafe December 2006 - August 2012
Safeway July 2005 - December 2006
Shark Reef August 2002 - June 2004
Wet and Wild May 2002 - October 2002
Skills
Diving, Scuba Diving, Water Quality, Training, Social Media, Animal Husbandry
Education
University of Hawaii at Hilo 2004 — 2005
Marine Science
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 2002 — 2004
ERM June 2010 - Present
Texas A&M University at Galveston April 2009 - September 2010
Texas A&M University at Galveston August 2005 - August 2008
Texas A&M University at Galveston April 2006 - April 2008
Cal Dive International July 2007 - August 2007
Texas A&M University at Galveston May 2006 - August 2007
Moody Gardens August 2004 - August 2005
Rainforest Cafe December 2002 - August 2004
Skills
Sampling, Water, Field Work, GPS, Wildlife, Environmental Science, Water Quality, Ecology, Environmental Consulting, Wetlands, Environmental Impact..., GIS, ArcGIS, Environmental Permitting, Coastal, Fish, NEPA, Endangered Species, Marine Biology, Wildlife Biology, Fisheries, Environmental Monitoring, Research, Phase I, Environmental Policy, Aquatic Ecology
Education
Texas A&M University 2005 — 2008
M.S., Zoology
Texas A&M University at Galveston 2000 — 2004
B.S., Marine Biology
Cedar Fair Entertainment Company March 2015 - Present
Levy Restaurants July 2014 - March 2015
Levy Restaurants April 2013 - July 2014
Levy Restaurants August 2010 - April 2013
Levy Restaurants February 2007 - August 2010
Levy Restaurants July 2003 - February 2007
Rainforest Cafe August 1998 - March 2003
J.Alexander's Corporation April 1995 - August 1998
C. A Muer Corporation June 1992 - April 1995
Skills
Menu Development, Food & Beverage, Restaurant Management, Banquets, Restaurants, Catering, Culinary Skills, Hospitality Management, Food Service, Hospitality Industry, Hospitality, Sanitation, Hotels, Food, Food Safety, Income Statement, Cooking, Pre-opening, Fine Dining, Corporate Events, New Restaurant Openings, Wine, Menu Costing, Multi-unit, Revenue Analysis, Micros, Forecasting, Budgets, Hiring, Customer Satisfaction, Cost Control, Guest Service Management, Menu Engineering, Cuisine, Recipes, Labor Control, Hotel Management, Food Quality, Banquet Operations, P&L, MICROS, Multi-Unit, Professional Mentoring
Education
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 1987 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Hotel/Motel Administration/Management
Paul Smith's College 1985 — 1988
Associates, Hotel and Restaurant Management
On The Border October 2013 - Present
Rainforest Cafe November 2010 - October 2013
Huggmugger's Gill February 2005 - September 2010
Destino's Italiano June 1997 - February 2005
Skills
Fluent in Spanish, Experience working with..., Training, Operating Budgets, Computer Proficiency, Inventory Control, P&L, Food, Time Management, Budgets, Sanitation
Education
University of California, Riverside 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
University of California, Riverside 1988 — 1990
Associate of Arts (AA), Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Bloomington Public School District August 2010 - Present
Noteable Piano 2004 - Present
Self Employed 2002 - Present
Augusta Dog Training 2011 - Present
Normandale Lake Office Towers June 2000 - November 2012
Rainforest Cafe 2001 - 2002
South Hyland Pet Hospital 1999 - 2000
Skills
Piano, Pianist, Event Planning, Recording, Social Media, Teaching, Music, Flute, Time Management, Veterinary Medicine, Horse Care, Dog Training, Dog Walking, Clarinet, Alto Saxophone, Drums, Violin, Guitar, Bass Guitar, Animal Husbandry
Education
Minnesota School of Business 2011 — 2012
Veterinary Technology
Normandale Community College 2000 — 2006
AFA, Music, Teaching
First Advantage August 2007 - Present
Hope Center Community Church August 2008 - Present
Hope Center Ministries, Inc August 2008 - Present
Johnny Carino's October 2003 - November 2005
EXPRESS September 2001 - June 2002
Rainforest Cafe June 2001 - June 2002
Rainforest Café June 2001 - June 2002
Skills
Management, Training, Customer Service, Budgets, Coaching, Access, Sales, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Retail, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Workshop Facilitation, Accounting, Security, Interviews
Education
Taylor University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Pastoral Ministries
Nyack College
Sams Club November 2012 - Present
sams club February 2012 - November 2012
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. April 2008 - February 2012
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. February 2008 - April 2008
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. August 2006 - February 2008
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. April 2003 - August 2006
Rainforest Cafe 1998 - 2003
Education
Michigan State University 1995 — 1999
BS, Animal Science
T-REX Cafe January 2007 - Present
Rainforest Cafe November 1998 - January 2007
Education
Mesa Community College 1985 — 1987
Management
The Hills Hotel March 2015 - Present
Yung Events 2012 - March 2015
Rainforest Cafe March 2004 - March 2015
Skills
Events Coordination, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Private Events, Coordinating Special..., Wedding Planning, Wedding Management, Administrative..., Food Industry, Banquets, Food Service, Sales, Delegates, Employee Loyalty, Building Customer..., Team Leadership, Catering, Parties, Meeting Planning, Coordinating Events, Dinners, Receptions, Events Organisation, Banquet Operations, Hospitality, Fundraisers, Customer Service, Food, Decoration, Celebrations, Business Meetings, Venue Relations, Hospitality Industry, Tourism, Special Event, Charity, Social Networking, Engagement Parties, Centerpieces, Rehearsal Dinners, Day Of Coordination, Birthdays, Travel Planning, Wedding Industry, Venue Dressing, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Venue, Food, Event Management
Education
Mt. San Antonio College
Music - Vocal Performance
Mt. San Antonio College
Rainforest Cafe July 2015 - Present
Wheaton Park District May 2011 - July 2015
Currito March 2015 - May 2015
Wheaton Sport Center September 2013 - May 2014
Skills
Visual Arts, Social Skills, Creative, Customer Service, Food Service, Customer Satisfaction, Motivation, Leadership, Problem Solving, Teamwork, Cash Register, Working With Children, People Skills
Education
University of Central Florida 2015 — 2018
Marketing, Leadership Studies, Sophomore
Xavier University 2014 — 2015
Marketing, Art
Nike San Francisco August 2013 - Present
Fluent Grp January 2015 - June 2015
Rainforest Cafe February 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Sports Marketing, Public Relations, Sports, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Sales, Social Media, Marketing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Education
SFSU 2012 — 2017
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, 4th Year
Rainforest Cafe April 2006 - Present
The Century House April 2005 - May 2006
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2005 — 2008
Hospitality and Tourism Management
Diamond Resorts International December 2004 - Present
Rainforest Cafe 2004 - 2005
Education
University of Idaho 2000 — 2002
Star Tribune March 2015 - Present
Heraeus Medical Components July 2014 - March 2015
Deluxe Corporation March 2008 - July 2014
Travelers April 2006 - March 2008
Unisys September 1999 - May 2006
Rainforest Cafe 1996 - 1998
Skills
SDLC, Project Portfolio..., PMP, Vendor Management, PMO, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Program Management, Software Project..., Resource Management, Visio, IT Strategy, Business Process..., Requirements Analysis, Project Delivery, Requirements Gathering, Change Management, Cross-functional Team..., Business Process, Outsourcing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Multi/Interdisciplinary Studies
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 1988 — 1991
Sociology
Texas Roadhouse October 2010 - July 2014
Granite City Food & Brewery March 2008 - October 2010
Fox Sports Grill April 2006 - March 2008
Legal Sea Foods 2005 - 2006
The Cheesecake Factory 1998 - 2005
Rainforest Cafe 1996 - 1998
East Side Mario's 1994 - 1996
Lifespring 1993 - 1995
Skills
Restaurant Management, Food Service, Restaurants, Menu Development, Food & Beverage, New Restaurant Openings, Multi-unit, Catering, Labor Control, Culinary Skills, Serve Safe Certified
Education
University at Albany, SUNY 1988 — 1990
Oceanside High School 1984 — 1988
Nerium Skin Care Products March 2015 - Present
The Loft on Front September 2014 - Present
Baca Photography 2000 - Present
Gordon Biersch 1999 - 2005
planet hollywood 1995 - 2005
rainforest cafe 1995 - 2005
romanelli's 1995 - 2005
Skills
Customer Service, bridal suite, event space, Photography, Rehearsal Dinners, Portrait Photography, weddings, Ceremonies, bridal parties, Bridal Showers, Camera, Social Media, Social Networking, bridal luncheons, corporate meetings, meeting room, Digital Photography, Photoshop
Education
The University of New Mexico 1991 — 1994
Photography
West Mesa High School 1984 — 1988
High School
Rite Aid May 2005 - Present
Restaurant Associates May 2001 - May 2005
Rainforest Cafe August 1998 - May 2001
Prime Hospitality September 1992 - August 1998
Skills
Scheduling, Retail, Property Management, Hiring, Budgeting, Budgets, Construction, Construction Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Facilities Management, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Leadership, Management, Merchandising, Negotiation, Operations Management, Process Scheduler, Procurement, Project Planning, Purchasing, Real Estate, Recruiting, Renovation, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Supervisory Skills, Team Building, Training, P&L
Education
Ramapo College of New Jersey 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), American Literature (United States)
Pompton Lakes High School 1977 — 1981
XU Catering February 2006 - Present
North Chatham School PTA 2005 - 2007
ESPN ZONE New York City 1999 - 2002
RainForest Cafe 1997 - 1998
Sydney Olympic Games Venues 1995 - 1997
Hyatt Hotels International 1990 - 1994
Skills
Catering, Special Events, Event Planning, Event Management, Conferences, Guest Service, Events, Customer Service, Food, Hospitality, Budgets, Food & Beverage, Inventory Management, Team Building, Time Management, Process Scheduler, Marketing, Sales, Microsoft Office, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Sales Management, Social Media, PowerPoint, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Advertising, New Business Development, Social Networking, Hotels, Training, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Outlook, Trade Shows, Coaching, Recruiting, Purchasing, Management, Corporate Events, Restaurants, Fundraising, Weddings, Hiring
Education
Augusta High School
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Finance Management
American Girl April 2011 - Present
American Girl January 2010 - April 2011
American Girl June 2006 - January 2010
American Girl May 2006 - June 2007
American Girl March 2000 - April 2005
Rainforest Cafe January 1997 - August 1998
Cineplex Odeon May 1994 - January 1997
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Leadership Development, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Windows, Mac OS X, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, SharePoint, Project Management, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Event Management, Problem Solving, Merchandising, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Photoshop, Product Design, Visual Arts, Graphic Arts, Sculpture, Painting, Drawing, Model Making, Sketching, Store Management, Retail, Inventory Control, Sales, Creative Problem Solving, Hiring, New Store Openings, Customer Satisfaction, Event Planning, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Training, Team Building, Industrial Design, Management, Recruiting, Teamwork, Concept Development, Leadership, Budgets, POS, Loss Prevention, Profit, Visual Merchandising
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2000 — 2004
BFA, Industrial Design
Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. August 2011 - Present
Landry's Restaurants 1997 - Present
Rainforest Cafe December 1997 - August 2011
Skills
Hospitality, Food & Beverage, Hospitality Management, Restaurants, Sales, Catering, Hospitality Industry, Restaurant Management, Hotels, Event Management, Banquets, P&L, Event Planning, New Business Development, Advertising, Customer Service, Hotel Management, Wine, Meeting Planning, Pre-opening, Menu Development, Tourism, Food, Food Service, Resorts, Corporate Events, Revenue Analysis, Trade Shows
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1985 — 1989
Lane Technical High School 1981 — 1985
Rogers Elementary
Maverick Architecture & Design 2003 - Present
Florida Stainless Fabricators 1998 - 2003
Rainforest Cafe 1997 - 2000
Skills
Mixed-use, Comprehensive Planning, Site Planning, Architectural Design, Design Management, Architecture, Space-planning
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Jacksonville 1999 — 2001
Associate of Science (AS), Architectural Drafting and Architectural CAD/CADD
Dunkin' Brands Manager o TrainingKrispy Kreme2001 - 2005
Rainforest Cafe September 1995 - January 1999
Education
University of illinois
Anderson-KM Builders September 2011 - Present
FCA Construction/Life Time Fitness September 2005 - September 2011
T-Rex Cafe September 2004 - September 2005
Famous Dave's January 2000 - September 2004
Rainforest Cafe 1998 - 2000
Skills
Structural Engineering, Concrete, Team Leadership, Construction, Pre-construction, Architectures, Process Scheduler, Contract Management, Construction Management, Management, Project Management, MS Project, Purchasing, Project Coordination, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Project Planning, Contractors, Interior Design, Change Orders, Renovation, Project Bidding, Value Engineering, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Architecture, Cost Control, Submittals, Cost Management, Retail, Real Estate Development, Subcontracting, Supervisory Skills
Education
Rice University 1975 — 1979
BA, Psychology (Industrial)
Gyrus ACMI May 2009 - Present
Robert Half Technology September 2008 - May 2009
Safenet July 2007 - August 2008
Hospital Corporation of America July 2005 - May 2007
Determan Brownie October 2000 - February 2001
Rainforest Cafe August 1999 - September 2000
Wang Global July 1998 - July 1999
Target January 1995 - March 1998
Skills
Customer Service, Mergers, Documentation, Network Security, Problem Solving, Cisco Call Manager, VPN, Software Documentation, DNS, Virtualization, VoIP, Cisco Technologies, Networking, Routing, Firewalls, Active Directory, XP, Security, VMware
Education
Normandale Community College 1988 — 1992
AA, Liberal Arts
Edina Realty October 2013 - Present
ShopNBC March 2013 - 2013
Christopher and Banks October 2010 - January 2012
That's What I want.com, LLC August 2009 - October 2010
CJ Banks Division of Chrisopher and Banks March 2003 - August 2008
Christopher & Banks October 1998 - March 2003
Rainforest Cafe 1998 - 1998
Wilsons Suede and Leather 1991 - 1995
Cable Value Network 1986 - 1990
Skills
Merchandising, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Trend, Multi-channel Retail, Fashion, Inventory Management, Global Sourcing, Store Management, Textiles, Sourcing, Product Development, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Profit, Income Statement, Multi-unit, Fashion Buying
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead
Business Administration
Arizona Elite Sports Marketing January 2012 - Present
The Robert Tate Foundation April 2010 - Present
Greek Island Labs October 2005 - Present
Rainforest Cafe January 1998 - February 2002
Skills
Online Advertising, SEM, Email Marketing, SEO, PPC, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Web Analytics, Google Analytics, Affiliate Marketing, Google Adwords, Digital Strategy, Social Media, Marketing, Brand Management, Online Marketing, Public Relations
Education
University of Phoenix 2000 — 2001
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1995 — 1996
USAA June 2013 - Present
Acenar May 2011 - March 2013
Rainforest Cafe February 2010 - May 2011
Best Buy October 2009 - January 2011
Skills
Retail, Store Management, Customer Service, Loss Prevention, Cashiering, Retail Sales, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Store Operations, Microsoft Office, Sales, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Venue Relations, Venue Management, Serve Safe Certified, Labor Control, New Restaurant Openings, Food Cost Analysis, Phone Etiquette, Cash Handling Experience, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Profit, Telephone Skills, Data Entry, Leadership, Training, Hiring, Customer Retention, POS, Shrinkage, Teamwork, Team Building, New Store Openings, Payroll, Forecasting, Recruiting, PowerPoint, Employee Training, Inventory, Product Knowledge, Call Centers, Interviews, Food Service, Social Networking, Hospitality, Employee Management, Hiring Practices
Education
St. Mary's University 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Speech Communication and Rhetoric
Split Rock Studios January 2007 - Present
Tivoli Too October 2005 - January 2007
Atomic Props 1997 - 2006
Kidzibits 2005 - 2005
Guthrie Theater 1995 - 1999
Minnesota Opera 1997 - 1997
Rainforest Cafe 1995 - 1997
Dayton's/Macy's Christmas Show 1995 - 1996
HSC Scenic Services 1992 - 1995
Harmony Scenic Studios 1992 - 1993
Education
University of Minnesota-Morris 1987 — 1992
BA, Studio Arts, Technical Theater
Hampshire Gymnastics September 2009 - Present
Aim High Gymnastics June 2005 - Present
Massachusetts Office of Business Development June 2009 - August 2009
Rainforest Cafe May 2009 - August 2009
Subway January 2008 - May 2008
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 2007 — 2009
Accounting, Economics, IT
Bnettube Broadcasting Inc February 2010 - Present
Celltechmagic Marketing INC, USA January 2010 - Present
Rainforest Cafe October 2009 - September 2010
WH-Smith Anaheim March 2002 - September 2010
Rainforest Cafe October 2009 - June 2010
Mervyn's October 2001 - December 2001
Ameri-Best International Inc January 1996 - January 1999
Cherry Communications May 1994 - July 1996
One Hot Bakery January 1994 - January 1996
Skills
Computers, Graphic Design, Accurate Data Entry, Data Entry, Customer Service, Sales, Retail, Microsoft Word, Inventory Control, Filing, Fax, Video, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, WordPress
Education
Santa Ana College 2010 — 2015
Rancho Alamitos High School 1989 — 1992
GED, High School
Anoka County October 2001 - Present
Rainforest Cafe 1996 - 2000
Education
St. Cloud State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor's degree, Finance, General
Turning Stone Resort Casino July 2015 - Present
Denny's July 2014 - September 2015
Buybacks Entertainment July 2011 - April 2014
Buybacks Entertainment June 2010 - July 2011
Rainforest Cafe June 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Sales, Restaurants, Management, Food, Catering, Customer Service, Hospitality, Inventory Management, Food Safety, Customer Satisfaction, Cooking, Microsoft Excel, Food & Beverage, Fine Dining
Education
MVCC 2004 — 2006
General Studies/Photography, Photography
Mohawk Valley Community College 2004 — 2006
Associate's degree, General Studies
HCR ManorCare June 2015 - Present
KIDS FIRST Swim Schools & Franchise Company November 2012 - June 2015
Lightfoot Restaurant November 2010 - November 2012
Ecolab July 2009 - June 2010
Chili's Grill & Bar April 2001 - July 2009
Rainforest Cafe June 1999 - January 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Coaching, Training, Team Building, Management, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Cold Calling, Leadership, Event Planning, Microsoft Excel, Leadership Development, Sales, Public Speaking, PowerPoint, Team Leadership
Education
Old Dominion University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
McDonald's USA, LLC August 2007 - Present
McDonald's USA, LLC February 2006 - August 2007
Rainforest Cafe 2000 - 2005
Holiday Inn 1999 - 2000
Clug Hotel by DoubleTree 1997 - 1999
Holiday Inn 1995 - 1997
Woodward & Lothrop 1992 - 1995
Caren Charles 1991 - 1992
The Gap 1990 - 1991
Lerner (Now New York & Company) 1989 - 1990
Skills
Customer Service, Data Entry, Administrative..., Time Management, Filing, Cashiering, Phone Etiquette, Retail Buying, Retail Sales Experience, Catering Sales, Retail Manager, Personnel & Training..., Hiring, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Sales, Inventory Management, Food Service, Income Statement, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Detailed Organization, Franchising, Catering, Leadership, Food, Profit, Employee Training, Hospitality, Menu Development, Food Safety, Process Scheduler, Retail, Food & Beverage, Team Building, Multi-unit, POS, Facebook, Recruiting, People Skills, Food Preparation, Event Planning, Employee Relations, Budgets, Inventory Control, Merchandising, Purchasing, Hospitality Management, Social Networking, Microsoft Word
Education
New Horizon Computer Learning Center 2009 — 2009
Certificate of Completion, Microsoft Applications
Prince George's Community College 2004 — 2004
Certificate of Completion, Photography
Stratton Business College 1980 — 1982
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Fashion Merchandising
Stephens College 1978 — 1980
Studies in Fashion Design & History of Costume
RAMCOR April 2011 - Present
US Department of Homeland Security May 2010 - Present
Rainforest Cafe March 2009 - March 2010
Education
The University of Texas at El Paso 2002 — 2007
BS, Biology/Chemistry
Rainforest Café August 2003 - December 2013
Rainforest Cafe October 2006 - November 2013
Rainforest Café - Las Vegas, Nevada MGM Grand Hotel August 2003 - September 2006
Billboard live International December 1998 - July 2003
Hard Rock café - International January 1988 - December 1998
Hard Rock America July 1994 - January 1996
Hard Rock Hotel - America July 1994 - January 1996
Hard Rock café - America January 1988 - July 1994
HRC January 1988 - April 1990
Restaurants Unlimited Inc September 1986 - January 1988
Skills
Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Menu Development, Food & Beverage, Food Service, New Restaurant Openings, Catering, Multi-unit, Hospitality, Fine Dining, Culinary Skills, Labor Control, Food, P&L, Hospitality Management, Banquets, Bartending, Serve Safe Certified, ServSafe, Wine, Multi-Unit
Education
Eugene Oregon
Southern Oregon University
Spurs Sports & Entertainment May 2011 - August 2011
Rainforest Cafe 2008 - 2010
Education
Texas A&M University - Mays Business School 2009 — 2012
Rainforest Cafe February 2010 - June 2011
Outback Steakhouse April 2008 - January 2010
Applebees's March 2004 - April 2008
The Ground Round January 2000 - January 2004
Education
Johnson & Wales University
Associates, Baking and Pastry Arts/Foodservice Management
Swampscott High school
Applebee's March 2010 - Present
Jeanne's Tax Service February 2011 - April 2011
Nolensville First United Methodist Church February 2009 - December 2010
Jacob's Ladder November 2008 - May 2010
Rainforest Cafe June 2006 - May 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Typing, Organizing
Education
University of Tennessee at Martin 2003 — 2006
Fine Arts, Theater
Middle Tennessee State University 2001 — 2003
Education
LogMeIn August 2015 - Present
Rainforest Cafe August 2013 - August 2015
Rainforest Cafe September 2012 - August 2013
LEGO Group September 2012 - February 2013
Rainforest Cafe May 2012 - August 2012
Rainforest Cafe January 2012 - May 2012
Hot Topic September 2011 - January 2012
Rainforest Cafe April 2010 - January 2012
Hartt School Of Music September 2008 - August 2011
Aramark at U. of Hatford September 2008 - April 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Retail, Microsoft Word, Sales, PowerPoint, Inventory Management, Research, Social Networking, Management, Social Media, Merchandising, Interviews, Event Management
Education
University of Hartford 2007 — 2012
B.S.; A.S.; A.S., Audio Engineering; Electronics Engineering; Computer Engineering, Graduated
Springfield High School 2004 — 2007
High School Diploma, General Studies, Graduated
Cracker Barrel 2008 - Present
P.F. Chang's China Bistro 2003 - 2008
Rainforest cafe 2001 - 2003
Education
New England Culinary Institute 1991 — 1993
Applebees International 2011 - 2012
rainforest cafe February 2009 - April 2011
Education
Sanford-Brown Institute-Iselin 2011 — 2011
Medical assistant certificate, Medical/Clinical Assistant
Bed Bath & Beyond August 2010 - Present
Assurant Solutions May 2009 - September 2010
Rainforest Cafe August 2004 - May 2009
RadioShack November 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Inventory Management, Cashiering, Store Operations, Sales, Inventory Control, Time Management
Education
University of Miami 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering, 2.84
Polaris Industries September 2014 - Present
BioScrip Inc. January 2007 - August 2014
BioScrip, Inc. August 2000 - January 2007
Rainforest Cafe 1999 - 2000
Skills
Software Documentation, Visio, Troubleshooting, Vendor Management, Cisco Technologies, SharePoint, Disaster Recovery, Process Improvement, Active Directory, HIPAA, Business Analysis, Healthcare, Windows Server, Call Centers, Healthcare Information..., Integration
Education
Macalester College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), English Language and Literature, General
Delano High School 1984 — 1988
Great Wolf Lodge March 2009 - Present
Tijuana Flats Burrito Company June 2005 - March 2009
Rainforest Cafe June 2003 - August 2005
Marriott International December 2002 - June 2003
Tokyo Disney Resort (Oriental Land Co. ltd,) March 2000 - November 2002
Marriott Mangement Services and Sodexho USA July 1997 - February 2001
Skills
Event Planning, Hospitality Management, Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Hotel Management, Leadership, Hospitality
Education
Loyola Marymount University, College of Business Administration 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
The Cheesecake Factory August 2012 - Present
Bonefish Grill February 2011 - August 2012
Rainforest Cafe July 2009 - July 2010
Education
Johnson State College 1998 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Hospitality Administration/Management
Paul Smith's College 1995 — 1997
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Hotel, Motel, and Restaurant Management
Northwest Administrators, Inc September 2015 - Present
Starbucks April 2014 - September 2015
Katie Au State Farm February 2014 - March 2014
Lighthouse Excursion May 2011 - August 2011
Rainforest Cafe October 2010 - April 2011
DelSol June 2008 - September 2010
Nick Michael's Fine Gallery June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Research, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, English, Sales, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Editing, Formatting Documents
Education
Northwest University 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration, 3.137
North Central University 2009 — 2011
Business Administration
Ketchikan High School 2005 — 2009
High School
Rainforest Cafe October 2011 - Present
Skills
Hospitality Management, Hotels, Food & Beverage, Menu Development, Hospitality Industry, Restaurants, Catering, Banquets, Hospitality
Education
seminole state college 2012 — 2016
marketing, Specialized Sales, Merchandising and Marketing Operations
Seminole State College of Florida 2013 — 2015
Associate of Arts (AA), Marketing
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2013 - Present
Wind River Bear Institute June 2004 - August 2008
Rainforest Cafe June 2003 - June 2004
Skills
Hands-on Problem Solver, Employee Relations, Team Leadership, Teamwork, Cornerstone, Fitness, PowerPoint, Volunteering
Education
St. Matthews University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Zoology/Animal Biology
North Dakota State University 1996 — 2001
Bachelor of Science (BS), Zoology/Animal Biology
Rainforest Cafe
Skills
Food, Restaurant Management, Restaurants, Culinary Skills, New Restaurant Openings, Food Safety, P, Hospitality, Menu Development, Catering, Fine Dining, Inventory Management, Hiring, Multi-Unit, Franchising, Hospitality Industry, Labor Control, Cooking, Profit
Education
Schoolcraft College
Go Ocelotes, Engineering
Outback Steakhouse October 2011 - Present
Rainforest cafe November 2010 - November 2011
Skills
Inventory Management, Certified Trainer, Team Leadership
Education
Middlesex Community College
Associate's degree, Hospitality Administration/Management
Rainforest Cafe June 2011 - August 2012
Westfield State University April 2009 - May 2012
Education
Suffolk University Law School 2012 — 2015
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Westfield State College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Criminal Justice
TGI Fridays November 2013 - Present
BJ's Restaurants, Inc. April 2012 - Present
Rainforest Cafe November 2011 - March 2012
Ragland Road Irish Pub November 2007 - November 2011
Skills
I work well under...
Education
Pratt Institute 1995 — 1996
Certified in Industrial Design and Furniture making, Industrial Design and Furniture making
Queensborough Community College 1993 — 1995
Graphic Design, Accounting
Wood N Tap January 2014 - Present
Springhouse Restaurant May 2013 - September 2013
Rainforest Cafe June 2012 - May 2013
Rainforest Cafe February 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Restaurants, Food & Beverage, Catering, Event Planning, Menu Development, Catering Sales, Scheduling, Customer Service, POS, Windows, Microsoft Excel, Back Office, Photography, Organizational..., Alcoholic Beverages
Education
Western Connecticut State University 2011 — 2012
Marketing
Southern Connecticut State University 2009 — 2010
Marketing
Kings Bowl America, LLC 2015 - Present
Four Oaks Golf Course February 2014 - June 2015
rainforest cafe June 2013 - February 2014
Tavistock Restaurants LLC November 2011 - June 2013
Seaglass Restaurant February 2009 - November 2011
Applebees International March 2006 - February 2009
Back Bay Restaurant Group, Inc. November 1996 - November 2005
Education
The Culinary Institute of America 1976 — 1978
Associate's degree, Culinary Arts/Chef Training
Kelly Services January 2015 - Present
Downtown Aquarium Houston February 2013 - September 2014
Rainforest Cafe June 2011 - February 2013
Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake 2014 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Environmental Science, 4.0
Texas A&M University at Galveston 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Marine Biology and Biological Oceanography
University at Buffalo 2007 — 2008
Bachelor’s Degree, Social Sciences, 3.558