Surge Innovations
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Surge Innovations July 2014 - Present
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Marketing, Customer Service, Sales, PowerPoint, Management
Education
University of California, San Diego 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Alex Corrao Designs August 2015 - Present
Surge Innovations May 2015 - August 2015
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign February 2011 - May 2015
The Other Guys Acapella Octet August 2013 - August 2014
Brookhaven Marketplace May 2013 - August 2013
Unversity of Illinois Varsity Mens Glee Club September 2011 - August 2013
The Other Guys Acapella Octet August 2010 - August 2013
Manhattan Junior High Scool July 2012 - August 2012
Mokena Junior High School June 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Industrial Design, Product Design, Facebook, InDesign, Photoshop, Leadership, Sketching, SolidWorks, Public Speaking, Research, Adobe Creative Suite, 3D Modeling, Illustrator, Microsoft Office, Problem Solving..., Creative, Public Speaking..., Leadership Experience, 3D Modeling Experience, Music Performance, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Drums, Packaging, Product Display, Magazine Layout Design, Graphic Design
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Industrial and Product Design
LincolnWay East High School 2006 — 2010
High School Diploma, 3.6 gpa Honor Roll
Incredible Technologies October 2014 - Present
Radar Studios January 2003 - July 2014
Surge Innovations 2014 - 2014
The Marketing Store January 1996 - January 2002
Skills
Maya, Zbrush, 3D, Digital Painting, Animation, Special Effects, Visual Effects, Compositing, Motion Graphics, Computer Animation, After Effects, Character Animation, Traditional Animation, Texturing, Product Design, PFTrack
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1991 — 1995
BA fine arts, Arts
Gnomon School of Visual Effects 2002 — 2003
N/A, Visual Effects/ 3D animation, N/A
Animation Mentor Online 2012 — 2012
Character Animation
UM Worldwide (Universal McCann) November 2014 - Present
Zimmerman Advertising February 2013 - November 2014
Surge Innovations January 2012 - February 2013
Premium Surge Promotions and Legacy Marketing Partners 2008 - February 2013
GroupM (formally MindShare) 2000 - 2008
Anchor Bay Entertainment 2002 - 2004
JWT 2000 - 2002
CBS 1999 - 2000
Campbell-Ewald Advertising 1998 - 1999
Gannett Newspapers 1997 - 1998
Skills
Strategic Brand..., Global Brand Development, Experiential Events, Sports Marketing, Branded Entertainment, Sponsorship Activation, Contract Negotiation, Radio Broadcasting, Broadcast Television, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Fashion Photography, Studio Photography, Radio Producing, Radio Promotions, Mobile Marketing, Retail Marketing, Brand Activation, Media Production, Consumer Insight, Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu, Licensing Negotiations, Brand Developement, Integrated Marketing, Brand Positioning..., Sponsorship, Pop Culture, Licensing, Brand Development, Brand Awareness, Advertising, Interactive Marketing, Media Buying, Leadership, Creative Direction, Entertainment, Brand Management, Brand Architecture, Radio, Media Planning, Creative Strategy, Digital Strategy, Outdoor Advertising, Customer Insight, Digital Media, Advertising Sales, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Online Advertising
Education
Central Michigan University 1994 — 1996
BAA, Broadcast Communications and Cinematic Arts
St. Clair County Community 1992 — 1994
Accociate of Arts, Marketing
Caique Jiu Jitsu Academy
Gracie Academy
Surge Innovations April 2014 - Present
Smash Bros Central November 2006 - September 2014
Commercial Carpet Cleaners September 2009 - April 2014
Skills
Website Development, HTML 5, CSS, C#, Visual Basic, Visual Studio, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, VBA, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Databases, WordPress, Windows, Online Advertising, Microsoft Word, HTML, Computer Hardware, Windows 7, Web Development, Troubleshooting, phpMyAdmin, SQL, Web Design, Data Entry, JavaScript, CSS3, Advertising, Sales, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Purchasing
Education
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Web Development, 4.0 GPA
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College
Computer Information Systems, 3.83 GPA
Index Promotions, Inc. 2013 - Present
Surge Innovations 2010 - 2013
Texas Instruments 2004 - 2009
Conley Rose, P.C. Intellectual Property Law 2001 - 2003
Intel Corporation 2000 - 2001
Motorola, Inc. 1998 - 2000
Naval Surface Warfare Center 1991 - 1994
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Solidworks, Engineering, Project Management, Process Improvement, Process Engineering, Manufacturing, Microsoft Office, Management, Illustrator, SharePoint, Photoshop, MS Project, Product Design, Engineering Management, Design for Manufacturing, Knowledgeable in..., Microsoft Sharepoint, Background in patent..., Nikon-trained Digital..., Android OS customization, Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Budgets, New Business Development, Project Planning, Adobe Creative Suite, Android, Lightroom, Manufacturing process..., 15 years' experience in..., Social network-savvy,..., Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Lightroom, Corel Paint Shop Pro, Microsoft Project, Google Docs, Google Hangouts, Skype, Android SDK, Google Drive, Product Management, Product Development, Program Management
Education
University of Florida 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
Nikon School of Photography
Digital SLR Photography
Mattel, Inc. June 2014 - July 2015
Mattel, Inc. January 2014 - April 2014
Surge Innovations May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Sketching, Concept Design, Concept Development, Drawing, Model Making, Photoshop, Illustrator, 3D Modeling, Rhino 3D, Rendering, Toys, Transmedia Storytelling, Graphic Design, Packaging
Education
Otis College of Art and Design 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Toy Design
A Perfect Event June 2015 - Present
Sogno Restaurante March 2015 - Present
Surge Innovations October 2014 - Present
Eastern Illinois University August 2010 - July 2014
Articulate Promotions May 2013 - August 2013
Niven Marketing March 2013 - March 2013
Skills
4 Years Working and..., Computer Knowledge..., 3 years Graphic Design,..., Great Communication..., Fast Learner, Organized, French (4 Years, High..., Mac, Illustrator, InDesign, Graphic Design, Typography, Dreamweaver, Public Speaking, Visual Communication, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Graphics, Flash, Art, Creative Writing
Education
Eastern Illinois University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Graphic Design
Surge Innovations February 2015 - Present
Chicor Design Solutions February 2014 - February 2014
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, SolidWorks, 3D Studio Max, Product Development, Mechanical Engineering, Pro/Engineer, Model Making, Research, CNC Operation, Woodworking, Fusion 360, Autodesk Inventor, AutoCAD, Silicone molding, Plaster molding, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Social Media, Public Speaking, Marketing, Photography, Teaching, Working Model
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2011 — 2016
Industrial and Product Design
Surge Innovations April 2005 - Present
Creative Werks September 2003 - 2005
Creata September 2001 - September 2003
Simon Marketing Inc. June 1999 - September 2001
Hedstrom Corporation September 1998 - June 1999
The Little Tikes Company 1996 - 1997
Skills
Illustration, Graphic Design, Logo Design, Art Direction, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Logos, Retouching, Creative Direction, Rendering, Concept Development, Drawing, Graphics, Image Manipulation, Sketching, Toys, Packaging, 3D, Branding & Identity, Digital Illustration, Storyboarding, Brand Development, 3D Modeling, Design Thinking, Illustrator, Design Strategy, Concept Design, Industrial Design, Experience Design, User Experience, Layout, Product Design, Solidworks, Visual Communication, Design for Manufacturing, Sketchbook Pro, Product Innovation, Design Management, Concept Generation, Rapid Prototyping, Creative Problem Solving, Corporate Identity, User-centered Design, Model Making, 3D rendering, Consumer Products, CAD, Alias Studio Tools, Interaction Design, User Research
Education
The Ohio State University 1992 — 1998
BS Industrial Design, Industrial Design, History of Art
Archbishop Hoban High School 1988 — 1992
1871 August 2015 - Present
PowerUp Pillow, LLC May 2015 - Present
Surge Innovations October 2012 - Present
Crown Imports, LLC 2007 - 2011
Simpson Technologies March 2006 - September 2007
Burke Beverage Inc. May 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Forecasting, Inventory Management, Logistics, Marketing, Merchandising, Purchasing, Retail, Social Media Marketing, Account Management, Sales Operations, Supply Chain, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Supply Chain Management, Microsoft Word, Sourcing, SAP, Social Networking, Procurement, Demand Planning, CRM, Marketing Strategy
Education
Northern Illinois University 2001 — 2004
Bachelors of Science, Marketing
Surge Innovations February 2015 - Present
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign January 2015 - May 2015
College of Education, University of Illinois, Urbana Champaign August 2014 - May 2015
BCBGMAXAZRIAGROUP May 2014 - August 2014
The Daily Illini March 2013 - March 2014
Mediaplanet June 2013 - August 2013
Nuubia Chocolat May 2013 - August 2013
The Daily Illini August 2012 - March 2013
Anthem Films May 2012 - July 2012
Skills
Final Cut Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Blogging, Industrial Design, Video, Logo Design, Art, Web Design, Illustration, Storyboarding, Sketching, Photography, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design, 3.76/4.00
Freelance Recruiter & HR Consultant February 2015 - Present
myFootpath July 2014 - May 2015
Surge Innovations February 2014 - July 2014
Pure Wellness September 2008 - October 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Talent Acquisition, MindBodyOnline, Taleo, CRM software, Event Planning, Staff Training, Stress Management, Yoga, Leadership, CRM, Training, Marketing, Budgets, Management, Wellness, Fitness, Coaching, Sales, Time Management, Employee Training, Human Resources, Business Development, Talent Management, Recruiting, Personnel Management, Organizational..., Strategy, Interviews
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology 2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), Industrial & Organizational Psychology
University of Cambridge 2005 — 2006
Graduate Diploma, International Business
Northwestern University 2000 — 2004
Bachelors Degree, Environmental Science, Psychology
Surge Innovations August 2015 - Present
LPZ Studios July 2015 - Present
Chicago Recording Company July 2015 - July 2015
89.3 WNUR FM June 2014 - 2015
WNUR StreetBeat September 2013 - 2014
Teavana July 2013 - September 2013
Litchfield Jazz Camp June 2012 - August 2012
Interochen Arts Academy June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Pro Tools, Ableton Live, Propellerheads Reason, Waves Plug-ins, Native Instruments..., Sales, Microsoft Office, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Spanish, Cpr Certified, Guitar, Leadership
Education
Northwestern University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science in Music, Business Institutions and Jazz Studies Minor
Ransom Everglades 2004 — 2011
High School
Seville Staffing September 2015 - Present
Surge Innovations July 2012 - July 2015
Stone City / International Marble and Granite August 2009 - October 2011
Macy + Associates October 2008 - December 2009
Old Republic International November 2007 - June 2008
Audit Bureau of Circulations February 2007 - July 2007
Dominican University September 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Account Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Financial Statements, Invoicing, Expenses, Teamwork, Management, QuickBooks, General Ledger, Journal Entries, Spreadsheets, Year-end Close, Cash Receipts, Bank Reconciliation, Collections, Vendor Relationships, Customer Service, Inventory, Rent Roll, Rent Collection, Analysis, Organization, Crystal Reports, Tenant Pro, Research, Problem Solving, Communication, Close Attention to..., Dependable Team Player, Train Staff, SEC, Microsoft Word, Bilingual, Microsoft Dynamics GP, Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, LaSalle Cash Web Pro, Microsoft Office, Macro, Deadline Oriented, Decision Making, Payroll, Auditing, Finance
Education
Dominican University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science, Accounting
Surge Innovations August 2014 - Present
Liberty in North Korea June 2015 - July 2015
The Daily Illini January 2014 - May 2015
University Housing August 2013 - May 2015
Surge Innovations May 2014 - July 2014
The Daily Illini August 2012 - January 2014
Skills
InDesign, Photoshop, Industrial Design, Illustrator, Sketching, Keyshot, Graphic Design, Concept Sketching, Solidworks, Design Thinking, Model Making, Layout, Photography, Final Cut Pro, Acrylic Painting, Sketchbook Pro, K4 Publishing System, Publishing, Social Media, Adobe Creative Suite, Concept Development, Customer Service, Drawing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2011 — 2015
Bachelor’s Degree, Industrial and Product Design
IBM Design September 2015 - Present
Answers June 2015 - August 2015
Metaphase Design Group May 2014 - November 2014
Surge Innovations May 2013 - January 2014
SonicRim November 2012 - June 2013
Sylver Consulting May 2012 - August 2012
Kevin Banna Photography May 2010 - August 2012
Skills
Photoshop, HTML, Illustrator, Research, Sketching, Model Making, Solidworks, PowerPoint, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Java, English, Empathic Design, Advertising, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Industrial Design, SolidWorks
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's of Fine Arts, Industrial and Product Design
Surge Innovations September 2015 - Present
Loyola University Chicago August 2013 - Present
Tyson Foods June 2015 - August 2015
Catholic Charities of the Archdiocese of Chicago August 2014 - May 2015
Hillshire Brands June 2014 - August 2014
Bedford Machine & Tool, Metal Technologies, Bedford Recycling May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft SharePoint, Microsoft Access, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Financial Analysis, Accounting, Time Management, Public Speaking, Social Media, Finance, Event Planning, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning
Education
Loyola University Chicago 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance
John Felice Rome Center 2014 — 2014
Study Abroad - Rome, Italy
gyro August 2014 - Present
Illini Media August 2011 - May 2014
American Advertising Federation at Illinois September 2013 - April 2014
Surge Innovations May 2012 - August 2013
American Advertising Federation September 2012 - April 2013
SWC Technology Partners May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Photography, Social Media, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Creative Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Media Planning, Integrated Marketing, Digital Photography, Strategy, Digital Media, B2B Marketing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising
Wolters Kluwer January 2014 - Present
Surge-Innovations June 2012 - February 2013
InnerWorkings September 2011 - June 2012
Bridgeton Development May 2010 - August 2010
Golf Galaxy May 2008 - August 2008
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Surge Innovations September 2008 - Present
The Marketing Store October 2001 - June 2008
Simon Marketing 1999 - 2001
ITW Deltar 1997 - 1999
Panduit Corporation 1996 - 1997
ITW Minigrip/Zip-Pak 1991 - 1996
Skills
Toys, Product Development, Manufacturing, New Business Development, Screen Printing, Packaging, Program Management, Product Design, Brand Development, Sketching, Engineering, Management, CRM, Cross-functional Team..., Consumer Products, Product Innovation
Education
University of Illinois 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mechanical Engineering
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign August 2015 - Present
Surge Innovations May 2015 - August 2015
dELiA*s March 2010 - July 2014
Windy City Field Hockey December 2009 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Word, Social Media, Public Speaking, Research, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, InDesign, English, Event Planning, Time Management, Model Making, Wood Shop, Social Networking, SolidWorks, Illustrator, Woodcut, Group Work, Facebook, Sales, Sketching, Keyshot, 3D Printing, Xerox Printers, Laser Printers
Education
Univeristy of Illinois Urbana-Champaign 2013 — 2017
Industrial Design, Sophomore
DePauw University 2012 — 2013
General Studies
Woodlands Academy of the Sacred Heart 2008 — 2012
High School Diploma, N/A
Surge Innovations July 2010 - Present
Premium Surge Promotions January 2005 - July 2010
NSA Media 2004 - 2004
Follett Higher Education Group 2001 - 2004
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Retail, Brand Management, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Sales, Account Management, Strategic Partnerships, Interactive Marketing, Microsoft Office, Creative Direction, Brand Development, Digital Media
Education
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
California State University-Long Beach - College of Business Administration 2010 — 2011
Northern Illinois University 2002 — 2004
B.S., Marketing, History
Surge Innovations November 2001 - Present
Simon Marketing Inc June 1987 - November 2001
Skills
Budgets, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Consumer Products, Product Development, Integrated Marketing, Strategic Planning
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1970 — 1972
BS
Rio Hondo College 1968 — 1970
AA
University of California, Los Angeles
MBA, Business