The Commercial Appeal
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Commercial Appeal is a daily newspaper of Memphis, Tennessee, and its surrounding metropolitan area. It is owned by the Gannett Company; its former owner, the E. W. Scripps Company, also owned the former afternoon paper, the Memphis Press-Scimitar, which it folded in 1983. Circulation: 94,775 Daily; 133,788 Sunday; (March 2013) Editor: Mark Russell Headquarters: 495 Union Avenue; Memphis, Tennessee 38103; United States First issue date: 1841 OCLC number: 9227552 Awards: Pulitzer Prize for Public Service People also search for: The Tennessean, The Clarion-Ledger,
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The Commercial Appeal Employees
PetSmart March 2015 - Present
PetSmart August 2014 - March 2015
PetSmart July 2013 - August 2014
Yahoo! February 2012 - April 2013
Warner Chilcott October 2010 - April 2011
The Commercial Appeal July 2009 - September 2010
Southeastern Freight Lines May 2008 - May 2009
Arkansas State University, College of Business August 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Google Adwords, Outlook, Social Networking, Direct Marketing, CRM, Sales, Newsletters, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, SEM, Advertising, Social Media, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Salesforce.com, Online Marketing, Marketing, Digital Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
Arkansas State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor, Marketing Management
The Jewish Observer of Nashville August 2013 - Present
University of Memphis August 2012 - Present
American Academy of Religion January 2009 - December 2009
The Commercial Appeal October 1979 - January 2004
Duluth Herald and News Tribune August 1977 - June 1979
Skills
Writing, Teaching, Research, Editing, Proofreading, Staff Development, Project Management, Supervisory Skills, PowerPoint, Journalism, Ethics, Media Ethics
Education
Vanderbilt University 2004 — 2011
M.A. (2008), PhD (2011), History and critical theories of religion, ethics
Associated Press Managing Editors' Journalism Values Institute 1996 — 1996
Journalism ethics
Dartmouth College 1971 — 1975
BA, English Literature
Joyce Yates School of Dance September 2011 - Present
Hilton Garden Inn January 2012 - July 2012
Yoga Bliss with Angie June 2010 - April 2012
Plymouth Tube Company July 2006 - October 2008
The Commercial Appeal August 2005 - April 2006
FedEx June 2003 - April 2005
American Express Financial Advisors March 1999 - August 2002
Skills
Organizational..., Marketing, Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Program Management, Employee Training, CRM, Process Improvement, Advertising, Time Management, Contract Negotiation, Proposal Writing, Product Management, Management, Event Management, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Training, Coaching, Fundraising
Education
Mississippi State University - College of Business and Industry 1999 — 2001
MBA, Business Administration
Millsaps College 1994 — 1998
BBA, Business Administration & Accounting
University of Colorado Hospital May 2014 - Present
Children's Hosptital Colorado December 2013 - Present
Pima Medical Institute October 2011 - Present
US Bank June 2010 - October 2011
Frontier Airlines 2008 - 2010
Edible Arrangements July 2007 - May 2009
Daily Camera January 2004 - July 2007
The Commercial Appeal January 2001 - October 2003
Skills
Customer Service, Sales, Marketing, Account Management, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Advertising, Employee Training, Team Leadership, Respiratory Care, ACLS, Critical Care, Writing, Travel, Personal Finance, Graphic Design, Respiratory Therapy, Respiratory Disease, Notary Public, Journalism, Hospitals, Time Management
Education
Pima Medical Institute-Denver 2011 — 2013
Associate's degree, Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
Tennessee Technological University 1995 — 2000
Journalism, English-Journalism
Upsilon Payments February 2009 - Present
OnMedia May 2008 - October 2008
The Onion February 2007 - April 2008
Citysearch.com July 2003 - February 2007
TBO.com 2002 - June 2003
The Commercial Appeal 1998 - 2002
Skills
SAP Netweaver, Oracle, Accounts Receivable, Online Advertising, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1982 — 1986
B.A.
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1980 — 1982
BA
Flintco, Inc. March 2010 - Present
American Heart Association American Stroke Association September 2006 - March 2010
The Commercial Appeal February 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Budgets, Process Scheduler, Project Coordination, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Proposal Writing, Construction, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Microsoft Office, Social Media Marketing
Education
Mississippi State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication, General
echoindX July 2014 - Present
PhotoShelter July 2013 - April 2014
LaCour-Niesen Visuals, Inc. September 2000 - December 2012
Pictage, Inc. July 2010 - July 2012
ShootQ January 2006 - July 2010
The Commercial Appeal June 1999 - August 1999
The Muskegon Chronicle January 1999 - May 1999
Patuxent Publishing January 1998 - April 1998
St. Louis Post-Dispatch November 1997 - January 1998
Skills
Start-ups, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Product Management, Business Development, Business Strategy, Photography, Product Development, Marketing, Management, Product Launch, Marketing Strategy, Cloud Computing, Leadership, Executive Management, E-commerce, Management Consulting, Product Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Integration, Financial Modeling, New Business Development, Market Sizing, SaaS, Sensitivity Analysis, Project Management, Online Advertising, Small Business, Software Development, Team Building, Mergers & Acquisitions, Digital Marketing, Program Management, Marketing Communications, B2B, Innovation Management, PHP Applications, MySQL, PostgreSQL, LAMP administration, Linux, Linux System..., HTML, CSS
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2011 — 2013
MBA, Business
Wissenschaftliche Hochschule für Unternehmensführung - Otto-Beisheim - Hochschule / WHU - Otto Beisheim Graduate School of Management 2011 — 2013
MBA, Business
University of Missouri-Columbia 1995 — 2000
BJ and AB, Journalism and Anthropology
Rhodes College 1995 — 1996
Lyon Hall Complex August 2012 - Present
Department of Journalism January 2012 - Present
The Commercial Appeal June 2012 - July 2012
Skills
News Writing, Sports Writing, Editorial, Newspapers, International Relations, Sports, Journalism, AP Style, Editing, Broadcast Journalism, Blogging, New Media, Storytelling, Time Management, Press Releases, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Social Media, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2010 — 2015
still in school, Journalism
EZCORP August 2014 - Present
ServiceMaster March 2012 - May 2014
ServiceMaster September 2010 - March 2012
Hilton Hotels Corporation July 2008 - September 2010
The Commercial Appeal November 2004 - July 2008
The Commercial Appeal August 2000 - November 2004
Skills
Direct Marketing, Database Marketing, Analytics, Email Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Access, Data Analysis, Online Advertising, Leadership, Management, Sales Analysis, Marketing Research, CRM, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Direct Mail, Account Management, Social Media Marketing, Project Management
Education
The University of Georgia 2013 — 2014
Certificate of Market Research
The University of Memphis
Bachelors, Mathematics/Statistics
Signature Advertising & Digital Solutions 2012 - Present
The Commercial Appeal 2005 - 2011
Education
Drury University
Southwest Tennessee Community College
Raycom Media September 2012 - Present
WMC-TV March 2000 - Present
The Commercial Appeal September 1991 - March 2000
Jan Gardner & Associates March 1989 - September 1991
Skills
Television, Advertising, Market Research, Promotions, Public Relations
Education
Blue Mountain College 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts, Business
The Commercial Appeal November 1999 - Present
Midland Daily News June 1999 - November 1999
Skills
Newspaper, Storytelling, Journalism, Editorial, Breaking News
Education
Grand Valley State University
BS Communications - Photography Emphasis
Nieman Foundation for Journalism July 2015 - Present
Center for Community Change December 2014 - Present
The Memphis Flyer September 2014 - Present
The University of Memphis September 2014 - June 2015
The Commercial Appeal August 2003 - September 2014
The Commercial Appeal August 2003 - June 2014
Common Ground: Conversations on Race, Communities in Action 2008 - 2013
The Charlotte Observer October 2001 - August 2003
The Charlotte Observer December 1999 - October 2001
The Tennessean September 1998 - December 1999
Skills
Public Policy, Social Justice, Grassroots, Multimedia, Newspapers, Journalism, AP Style, Storytelling, News Writing, Breaking News, Copy Editing, Blogging, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, Editorial, Grassroots Organizing, Television, SEO, Proofreading, Headline Writing, Editing, New Media, Web Content, WordPress, Video Production, Writing, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Publishing, Media Relations, Creative Writing, Content Management, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Copywriting, Publications, Freelance Writing, Investigative Reporting, Corporate Communications, Content Strategy, Online Marketing, Content Development, Broadcast, Radio, Social Commentary
Education
Butler University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism
Memphis City Schools English InstructorMemphis City SchoolsAugust 2005 - May 2011
Frayser High School March 1990 - May 2005
Shelby State Community College September 1989 - March 1990
The Commercial Appeal May 1982 - January 1987
Skills
Classroom Management, Curriculum Design, Educational Leadership, Classroom, Differentiated..., K-12, Curriculum Development, Elementary Education, Lesson Planning, Literacy, Teacher Training, Educational Technology, Tutoring, Staff Development, Special Education, Teaching, Instructional Technology, Instructional Design, Adult Education, Secondary Education, Educational Consulting, Language Arts
Education
The University of Memphis 1988 — 1989
Master's Coursework Completed, Teacher Licensure
LeMoyne-Owen College 1980 — 1983
Bachelor's degree, English/Journalism
South Side High 1968 — 1972
High School Diploma
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital November 2006 - Present
Signet, Inc. September 2005 - November 2006
The Commercial Appeal January 2004 - September 2005
Choice Publishing, LLC December 2002 - November 2003
The Exchange Club Family Center 2002 - 2003
Whitehouse Design & Marketing November 2001 - December 2002
archer>malmo May 2000 - November 2001
Skills
Web Design, Graphic Design, WordPress, User Interface Design, Layout, Advertising, Logo Design, CMS, Web Development, User Experience, Newsletters, Marketing, SEO, Photoshop, Posters, Social Media, Digital Photography, Information Architecture, Interaction Design, Mobile Applications, HTML 5, SharePoint, Corporate Branding, Vector Illustration, Content Strategy, CSS, Front-end Design, Mobile Web Design, SharePoint Branding, CSS/XHTML, Mobile Application..., CSS3, WordPress Theming, Responsive Web Design, Writing, Genesis Framework, Adobe CQ, Bootstrap, Zurb Foundation, Campaign Monitor, Email Newsletter Design
Education
Mississippi University for Women 1998 — 2001
BFA, Graphic Design
Northwest Mississippi Community College 1996 — 1998
General College, Foreign Language
Umbrella Sugar Productions 2006 - Present
CNN 2005 - 2013
CNN 2004 - 2004
CNN 2003 - 2004
Various newspapers nationwide January 2002 - October 2003
The Commercial Appeal May 2001 - August 2001
The Roanoke Times September 2000 - December 2000
The Birmingham News June 2000 - August 2000
University of Georgia 1999 - 2000
The Citizen June 1999 - August 1999
Skills
Digital Production, Television Producing, Writing, Communication Skills, Television News..., Television Studio..., Eye for Details, Stand-up Comedy, Social Media, Copywriting, Time Management, Digital Media, Creative Writing, Photojournalism, Commercial Photography, Newspapers, Media Relations, Sketch Comedy, Video Editing, Video Production, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Photography, Multimedia, Project Management, Broadcast
Education
The University of Georgia 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing, 3.54 GPA
Chattahoochee High School 1993 — 1997
Self-employed 2002 - Present
Freelance Proofreading 2000 - 2015
Freelance Proofreading 2000 - 2015
Conaway Brown November 1996 - November 2006
The Commercial Appeal 1995 - 1996
Resneck & Associates 1994 - 1995
American Lung Association 1991 - 1993
Skills
Press Releases, Media Relations, Content Management, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Corporate Communications, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Web Content, Direct Marketing, Brochures, Direct Mail, Social Networking, Brand Development, Content Strategy, Internal Communications, Newsletters
Education
Eastern Illinois University 1989 — 1991
B.A., Journalism, magna cum laude
Ava Anderson Non-Toxic by Candace White May 2013 - Present
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital February 2007 - March 2014
The Commercial Appeal 2007 - 2008
Christ Methodist Day School 2001 - 2005
CNN August 1996 - 1998
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Editing, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Planning, Copywriting, Grant Writing, Photoshop, Proofreading, Adobe Creative Suite, Teaching, Marketing Communications, Project Management, Journalism, Press Releases, Web Content Management, Research, Blogging, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Graphic Design, Non-profits, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Internal Communications, Community Outreach, Dreamweaver, Content Development, Customer Service, Corporate Communications, Social Networking, Copy Editing, Online Advertising, Microsoft Word, Illustrator, Marketing, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Content Management, Publications, Editorial, Web Content, Publicity, New Media, Content Strategy, Newsletters, Fundraising, Media Relations
Education
Florida International University 2011 — 2018
Bachelor's degree, Spanish, 3.6
Kansai Gaidai University 1995 — 1996
Certificate, International Studies Abroad
Hollins University 1992 — 1996
BA, Sociology with Japanese Concentration
The Commercial Appeal February 2014 - Present
The Commercial Appeal July 2013 - February 2014
The Commercial Appeal June 2011 - July 2013
The Clarion-Ledger October 2006 - June 2011
The Decatur Daily April 2005 - September 2006
The Birmingham News August 2004 - January 2005
The Commercial Appeal May 2003 - August 2003
Skills
Investigative Reporting, Blogging, Journalism, Writing, Social Media, Publishing, Editorial, Web Content, New Media, Publications, Proofreading, Sports, Books, Creative Writing
Education
University of Mississippi 2001 — 2004
B.A., Journalism
Murray State University 2000 — 2001
Memphis Business Journal January 2013 - September 2014
AmeriGas January 2011 - August 2012
The Commercial Appeal February 2005 - January 2011
SimplexGrinnell October 1986 - June 2004
Skills
Sales, Online Advertising, Strategic Planning, Management, Sales Management, New Business Development, Sales Operations, Coaching and Mentoring, Sales Rep Training, Departmental Budgeting, Performance Measurement, Goal Setting, Team Building, Leadership, Sales Presentations, Cold Calling, Customer Satisfaction, Budgets, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media
Education
Belmont Abbey College 1997 — 1999
Business Administration/Accounting
Miller-Heiman Strategic Sales Course 2011 — 2011
Certification
Allen Tate School of Real Estate 2003 — 2003
Real Estate License
Wesleyan University May 2013 - May 2015
Graceland July 2012 - July 2014
Wesleyan University (Admissions) January 2012 - December 2012
Bon Appetit September 2011 - December 2011
The Commercial Appeal August 2007 - August 2008
Skills
PowerPoint, Copy Editing, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Networking, Customer Service, Typing, Java
Education
Wesleyan University 2011 — 2015
Physics
Wesleyan University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Physics
Christian Brothers University 2010 — 2011
Dual Enrollment
City University School of Liberal Arts 2008 — 2011
High School Diploma
Smith College 2010 — 2010
Smith College Summer Science and Engineering Program
Northfield Mount Herman School 2009 — 2009
Rutgers University September 2014 - Present
The Commercial Appeal May 2013 - Present
Educational Support Program (ESP) August 2010 - August 2012
The New York Times May 2012 - May 2012
The Daily Helmsman August 2010 - May 2012
Virginia Tech June 2010 - July 2011
Skills
Photography, Copy Editing, Journalism, Event Photography, Photojournalism, Storytelling, AP Style, Video, Photoshop, Creative Writing, News Writing, Final Cut Pro, WordPress, Multimedia, Tumblr, Research, InDesign, Adobe Creative Suite, Mobile Photography, Blogging, Facebook, Web Design, Newspapers, Graphic Design, Feature Articles, Digital Photography
Education
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, MFA - Photography
Ohio University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Photojournalism, Graduate Student
The University of Memphis 2008 — 2012
Professional Studies (Photojournalism), Journalism, Photography, English
Civitas Media July 2015 - Present
The Commercial Appeal June 2014 - November 2014
Clear Channel Media + Entertainment February 2010 - June 2013
The Charlotte Observer January 2007 - February 2010
The Charlotte Observer December 2002 - March 2006
The Charlotte Observer October 1999 - November 2002
Community Newspapers, Inc. December 1997 - October 1999
Skills
Digital Media, Media Planning, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, New Media, New Business Development, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Digital Marketing, Email Marketing, Digital Strategy, Advertising, Advertising Sales, Newspapers, Blogging, Copywriting, E-commerce, Event Management, Facebook, Leadership, Online Marketing, SEM, Selling
Education
The University of Georgia 1986 — 1990
ABJ
Jackson High School
AT&T Mobility August 2011 - Present
The Commercial Appeal September 2009 - July 2011
Tangles Hair Studio August 2010 - March 2011
Benefit Cosmetics 2008 - May 2009
Reverie Fine Linens and Down February 2003 - July 2006
Brooks Law Office April 2005 - March 2006
Education
White Station High School 1997 — 2001
Plaza Beauty School
The University of Memphis
Business, Sales and Marketing
St. Mary's Episcopal School January 2010 - Present
Travel Media Group at USA TODAY January 2013 - Present
The Destination Diva Company 2003 - Present
10Best.com / Travora June 2012 - January 2013
The Commercial Appeal 2002 - 2009
Compq / HP 1993 - 2002
Skills
Media Relations, Editing, New Media, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Travel Writing, Feature Articles, Coaching, Advertising, Art Appreciation, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Social Networking, Editorial, Storytelling, Public Speaking, Journalism, Broadcast, Web Content, Public Relations, AP Style, Social Media, Writing, Marketing, Blogging, Newsletters, Social Media Marketing, Creative Writing, News Writing, Publications, Newspapers, Event Planning, Photography, Magazines, Publishing, Proofreading, Publicity, Facebook, Event Management, Content Strategy, Digital Media, Content Development
Education
Michigan State University 1982 — 1986
BA, telecommunications, Journalism, politics
MOTIV8 Agency March 2014 - Present
Tribune Direct January 2011 - March 2014
Tribune Direct August 2009 - January 2011
St. Petersburg Times July 2004 - July 2009
St Petersburg Times May 2008 - May 2009
The Commercial Appeal February 2003 - June 2004
Valpak of Peoria October 2000 - December 2002
Valpak of Peoria December 1998 - October 2000
Linda Vogt for U.S. Congress May 1998 - October 1998
Skills
New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Marketing Research, Marketing Management, Data Analysis, Databases, Segmentation, Audience Development, Audience Segmentation, Product Development, Product Marketing, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Advertising Sales, Sales Process, Strategic Leadership, Customer Acquisition, Customer Retention, Variable Data Printing, Direct Mail, Loyalty Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Interactive Advertising, B2C marketing, B2C, Mobile Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Emerging Technologies, New Product Ideation, Database Analysis, Database Segmentation, Leading Sales, Large Account Sales, Team Leadership, Organizational..., Change Leadership, Organizational..., Budgeting, Budget Preparation, Capital Budgeting, Campaign Design, Microsites, Multimedia, Customer Loyalty, Entrepreneur, Entrepreneurial..., Technology Planning, Sales, Campaigns
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1996 — 1998
BS, Political Science
Bradley University 1994 — 1996
Major - Criminal Justice
The Commercial Appeal August 2006 - Present
The Commercial Appeal August 2006 - August 2008
Skills
Adobe Photoshop CS3, Adobe Illustrator CS3, Adobe Flash CS3, Adobe Acrobat Pro, Dreamweaver CS3, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Powerpoint, Microsoft Entourage, Adobe InDesign CS3, GarageBand, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Online Advertising, Adobe Acrobat, Advertising, PowerPoint, Logo Design
Education
Memphis College of Art 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Graphic Design
Overton High School 1995 — 1999
Diploma, Fine/Studio Arts, General
The Commercial Appeal December 2012 - Present
The Commercial Appeal August 2011 - December 2012
Las Vegas Review-Journal March 2005 - February 2011
Stephens Media, LLC 2005 - 2011
Education
Gustavus Adolphus College 1973 — 1977
BA, Accounting & Psych
University of St. Thomas
MBA
Tri-State Defender March 2009 - Present
The Commercial Appeal November 2004 - November 2008
The Commercial Appeal October 1988 - November 2004
Skills
Photoshop, Graphic Design, Newspaper Design, Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Newspapers, HTML, CSS, Web Content Management
Education
Ohio University 1986 — 1988
Journalism
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Brian Elder's Roofing Solutions January 2014 - Present
Jerry Lee Lewis' Cafe & Honky Tonk March 2013 - January 2014
Society of Professional Journalists, University of Memphis Chapter January 2012 - April 2013
The Commercial Appeal November 2012 - February 2013
The Daily Helmsman May 2011 - January 2013
The Commercial Appeal May 2012 - July 2012
The Daily Helmsman August 2011 - April 2012
Skills
Editing, Social Media, Copy Editing, AP Style, Journalism, Adobe Creative Suite, Facebook, Social Networking, Wordpress, Twitter, Line Editing, Writing, InDesign, Photoshop, InCopy, Internet Explorer, Google Chrome, Mozilla, Google Docs, Newspapers, Storytelling, News Writing, Web Content Management, Web Content, Editorial, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Newsletters, Investigative Reporting, Proofreading, Content Strategy, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Dreamweaver, Copywriting, Content Management, Magazines, Social Media Marketing, Mac, Digital Photography, Digital Media, OS X, Photography, Adobe Acrobat, HTML, Image Editing, Video, Tumblr, Web Design, SEO
Education
The University of Memphis 2003 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), News Journalism, Junior
Johannes Gutenberg-Universität Mainz / University of Mainz 2011 — 2011
Journalism, Reporting War
Miami New Times May 2015 - Present
The Commercial Appeal January 2015 - Present
Real Estate Sales Force (RESF) April 2012 - Present
Diversified Biologicals, LLC January 2013 - June 2014
Skills
Sales, Sales Process, Sales Management, Direct Sales, Recruiting, Investment Properties, Sellers, Short Sales, Buyers, Property, Rentals, Selling, Investors, Real Estate Transactions, Foreclosures, New Home Sales, Single Family Homes, REO, Listings, Buyer Representation, First Time Home Buyers, Residential Homes, Customer Service
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Miami
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Human Resources Management
South Miami 1997 — 2001
Phase2 April 2012 - Present
D.J. Case & Associates March 2010 - April 2012
TFnS Web Design January 2008 - January 2012
The Commercial Appeal January 2006 - January 2008
The Tennessean June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Drupal, PHP, JavaScript, AngularJS, Amazon Web Services..., Web Development, GIS, User Experience, Open Source Development, CMS, Agile Methodologies, XHTML, Graphic Design, Information Architecture, LAMP, HTML 5, Data Visualization, HTML
Education
Middle Tennessee State University 2001 — 2005
BS, Media Design
Reagan Outdoor Advertising December 2010 - Present
The Commercial Appeal April 2009 - December 2010
The Commercial Appeal December 2006 - April 2009
The Times of Northwest Indiana September 1996 - December 2006
Whiteco Outdoor (currently Lamar Advertising) September 1990 - September 1996
LEO BURNETT COMPANY May 1989 - September 1990
Skills
Sales, Advertising, Marketing, Management, New Business Development, Account Management, Budgets, CRM, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Forecasting, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Media Planning, Negotiation, Public Relations, SEM, Sales Presentations, Sales Process, Time Management
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1982 — 1986
BS, Business / Minor Psych
Crown Point High School 1978 — 1982
high school, Advanced Studies
The Commercial Appeal June 2014 - Present
Cincy Spinner DJs October 2003 - August 2014
The E.W. Scripps Company September 2013 - June 2014
Ovideon April 2012 - September 2013
Luxottica Retail October 2010 - April 2012
Harte-Hanks Direct Marketing September 2008 - October 2010
Visual Solutions Distributing February 2006 - September 2008
Opera Incorporated 2006 - 2006
Target 2005 - 2006
Northern Kentucky University 2003 - 2004
Skills
Marketing, DJ, Customer Service, Email Marketing, B2B, CRM, Business Development, Leadership, Product Development, Management, Creative Direction, Social Media Marketing, Market Planning, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Advertising, Event Planning, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Event Management, Social Networking, Facebook, Direct Marketing, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Online Marketing
Education
Northern Kentucky University 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration and Management, General
Northern Kentucky University 2001 — 2005
BA, Communications
University of Cincinnati 2000 — 2001
N/A
Strongsville High School 1997 — 1999
High school diploma
Evansville Courier & Press December 2014 - Present
The Boston Globe June 2014 - October 2014
Thread Magazine December 2013 - May 2014
The Athens News September 2013 - December 2013
New York Observer May 2013 - August 2013
The Post at Ohio University December 2012 - May 2013
The Commercial Appeal June 2012 - August 2012
The Plain Dealer March 2012 - June 2012
WTIU-TV (PBS) March 2010 - January 2012
Bloom Magazine June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
InDesign, Photoshop, Avid, Final Cut Pro, Audacity, WordPress, Microsoft Excel, Access, Interviewing Skills, Digital Photography, Investigative Reporting, FOIA trained, Journalism
Education
Ohio University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Institute for Integrative Nutrition May 2013 - Present
The Commercial Appeal 2004 - 2012
The Journal News 2001 - 2004
WAMC Northeast Public Radio September 2000 - 2001
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Budgets
Education
State University of New York at Albany 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
Middlesex University 1999 — 2000
Institute for Integrative Nutrition
Informed Interactive May 2013 - Present
Salisbury Post November 2008 - May 2013
Record Searchlight August 2004 - November 2008
The Commercial Appeal 1999 - 2004
The Montgomery Advertiser 1998 - 1999
The Commercial Appeal August 1993 - September 1996
Skills
Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Advertising, Social Media, Newspaper, Newspapers, Sales, Digital Media, Email Marketing, Marketing, Direct Marketing, Media Relations, SEO, Facebook, Digital Marketing, Press Releases, Content Management, Publishing, Copywriting, Journalism, Advertising Sales
Education
The University of Memphis 1980 — 1984
Louisiana State University
River Willow Company, LLC January 2015 - Present
The Commercial Appeal January 2009 - December 2014
The Commercial Appeal June 2006 - December 2008
The Commercial Appeal September 2005 - June 2006
Western Newspapers 2003 - 2005
The Jackson Sun/Gannett 1999 - 2003
The Fence Post Review January 1990 - March 1999
Design Source 1989 - 1999
OFMCO 1988 - 1989
WSIL-TV September 1987 - October 1988
Skills
Advertising, Advertising Online, Public Relations, Graphic Design, Published Journalist, Mangement, Online Advertising, Social Media, Selling, Sales Management, Management, Journalists, Marketing, Sales, SEM, Advertising Sales, Customer Service, Online Marketing, Public Speaking, Newspapers, Digital Media, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Press Releases, Media Planning, Digital Marketing, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Facebook, Blogging, Direct Marketing, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Publishing, Journalism, Newsletters, Social Networking, Content Strategy, SEO, Magazines, Publications, Digital Strategy, Media Buying, Corporate Communications, Direct Mail, Mobile Advertising, Brand Development, AP Style, Integrated Marketing, Mobile Marketing
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1983 — 1986
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration - Marketing & Bachelor of Arts - Mass Communications, Advertising
Samford University 1982 — 1983
Charleston High School
Charleston High School
The New York Times May 2015 - Present
The New York Times April 2011 - May 2015
Gannett Newspapers August 2009 - April 2011
The Roanoke Times August 2008 - August 2009
The New York Times May 2008 - August 2008
The New York Times Student Journalism Institute 2007 - 2007
The Commercial Appeal May 2006 - July 2006
Skills
Ap Style, User Experience, Content Management, Photography, Layout, Newspaper, Fashion, Wordpress, Graphic Design, Art Direction, WordPress, Editing, Social Media, AP Style, Graphics, Multimedia, Publications, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Journalism, News Writing
Education
Hampton University 2004 — 2008
BA, Advertising
General Assembly
General Assembly
The Commercial Appeal May 2011 - Present
CA Media - publishers of The Commercial Appeal & commercialappeal.com November 2008 - August 2011
The Commercial Appeal August 2006 - November 2008
Philadelphia Newspapers Inc 2005 - 2006
The Press of Atlantic City 1998 - 2006
Education
Ocean County College 1999 — 2003
Business Marketing
Villanova University 1972 — 1976
Bachelors, Marketing
St. Francis High School 1968 — 1972
Pre-Med, Science
Trezevant May 2012 - Present
RSVP Magazine May 2007 - May 2012
The Commercial Appeal May 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Online Advertising, Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Event Management, Marketing, Press Releases, Facebook, Digital Marketing
Education
Mississippi State University 2002 — 2006
BA, Communication/ Public Relations
Mississippi State University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Public Relations
Groupon October 2011 - Present
The Commercial Appeal 2008 - 2011
Nokia 2002 - 2006
Skills
Online Marketing, Advertising, Cold Calling, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Salesforce.com, SEM, Social Networking, Account Management, Online Advertising, Digital Media
Education
Northwest Mississippi Community College
Business
City of Memphis March 2013 - Present
InnerScope Life & Career Coaching September 2011 - Present
Leadership Memphis September 2012 - March 2013
Medtronic Spine & Biologics January 2010 - July 2011
Smith & Nephew October 2005 - May 2010
McNeely Pigott & Fox Public Relations October 2000 - September 2005
The Commercial Appeal October 1997 - September 2000
Skills
Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Creative Solutions, Internal Communications, Presenter, Corporate Communications, Marketing Strategy, Leadership Development, Marketing, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Strategy, Management, Newsletters, Training, Leadership, Copywriting
Education
Mississippi University for Women 1980 — 1983
BS Broadcast Journalism
Calkins Media Inc. July 2012 - Present
The Commercial Appeal September 2006 - June 2012
Erie Times-News June 2002 - September 2006
The Times of Northwest Indiana June 1990 - July 2001
Northwest Herald July 2000 - June 2001
Skills
Newspaper, B2B, Advertising Sales, Digital Media, Advertising, Magazines, Marketing, Media Planning, Media Relations, Multimedia, New Media, Newspapers, Online Advertising, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Publishing, SEM, Digital Strategy, Leadership, Leadership Development
Education
Marquette University 1986 — 1990
BA, Marketing/Journalism
Marquette University 1986 — 1990
ba, journalism
Lane/Delta Commercial Equipment August 2014 - Present
The Clarion-Ledger May 2012 - April 2014
Thomson Reuters April 2012 - November 2012
The Advice Company October 2009 - September 2012
The Commercial Appeal July 2007 - June 2009
Yellow Book USA July 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Advertising, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Newspaper, Budgets, Recruiting, Microsoft Word, Finance, Telecommunications, Temporary Placement, Lotus Notes, Newspapers, New Business Development, B2B
Education
Belhaven University 2001 — 2003
BA of Arts, Communications
Holmes Community College 1999 — 2001
Associates Degree, Business
The Commercial Appeal March 2013 - Present
Apartment Guide October 2010 - January 2013
Pitney Bowes January 2009 - December 2010
Cumulus Broadcasting November 2007 - January 2009
Entercom August 2005 - November 2007
The New York Times April 1999 - August 2005
Paxson Communications March 1997 - April 1999
Skills
Advertising, Sales Process, Selling, Pricing, Radio Broadcasting, Cold Calling, Sales Presentations, B2B, Account Management, Solution Selling, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Advertising Sales, Sales Management, Salesforce.com, Sales, Radio, Marketing Strategy, Radio Advertising, Marketing, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Lead Generation, Broadcast, Strategic Partnerships, Selling Skills, Digital Media, Market Planning, Strategic Planning, Media Buying, Customer Retention, Key Account Management, Team Building, Building Relationships, Contract Negotiation, Business Development, Email Marketing, Budgets, Digital Marketing, Negotiation, Management, Sponsorship, Marketing Communications, Online Marketing, Customer Service, Radio Promotions, Training, Social Networking, Competitive Analysis
Education
Lambuth University 1995 — 1997
B.S, Marketing/Business Administration
Jefferson College 1991 — 1994
Associate of Applied Science, Criminal Justice/Police Science
Jefferson College 1991 — 1993
Associate of Arts, Applied Science
Cristian Brothers, et al. 1998 - Present
committee of the whole/ A Nathan Self joint 1985 - Present
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 1985 - 2010
The Commercial Appeal January 1999 - January 2005
Enslow Publishing January 1999 - January 2003
University of Memphis January 1998 - January 2001
Southwest Tennessee Community College 1998 - 2001
American English & American Culture January 1995 - January 1998
University of Utah January 1994 - January 1995
University of Iowa January 1990 - January 1993
Education
University of Iowa 1990 — 1993
M.F.A., Writing
Writers' Workshop, University of Iowa
M.F.A, Creative Writing
Arizona State University
B.A, English
The Commercial Appeal/Monster.com June 2013 - Present
Self Employed July 2011 - June 2013
LivingSocial January 2011 - 2012
The Commercial Appeal October 1994 - December 2006
The Commercial Appeal January 1990 - October 1994
The Clarion-Ledger January 1984 - December 1989
Skills
Sales Management, Business Development, Digital Marketing, Selling, Advertising, Digital Media, Sales, Lead Generation, Budgets, Account Management, Marketing, Direct Marketing, Email Marketing, Leadership, Advertising Sales, Management, Sales Presentations, Recruiting, Training, Social Media Marketing, Sales Operations, Online Advertising
Education
Jackson State University 1980 — 1984
Mass Communitions, Broadcasting, Marketing
Evermore Legacies and Wordsworth Editorial Services January 2007 - Present
Orange County United Way May 2001 - March 2009
Children's Home Society of California September 1995 - May 2001
The Commercial Appeal October 1979 - October 1981
Telegraph Herald March 1977 - October 1979
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Blogging, Newsletters, Copywriting, Proofreading, Public Speaking, Writing, Creative Writing, Memoir, Storytelling, Media Relations, Journalism, Website Copy, Grant Writing, Social Media, Social Networking, Books, Biography, Marketing Copy, Editorial, Publicity, Publications, Resume Writing, Training, Nonprofits, Staff Development, Non-profits, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Child Development, Childcare, Program Development, Teaching, Early Childhood..., Volunteer Management, Community Development, Public Policy, Fundraising, Family Issues, Early Childhood, Advocacy, Press Releases
Education
University of Missouri 1974 — 1975
Bachelor, Journalism
Wheelock College
Master of Arts, Family Studies
Oklahoma Baptist University 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Arts, English, education
Memphis Commercial Appeal June 2008 - Present
The Commercial Appeal 2008 - Present
The Commerical Appeal 1986 - Present
The Commercial Appeal September 1986 - June 2008
The (Biloxi-Gulfport) Sun Herald February 1984 - September 1986
The Lake City Town Crier November 1980 - February 1984
Skills
Editing, Social Media, Copy Editing, Blogging, Press Releases, Media Relations, News Writing, AP Style, Copywriting
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism/Political Science
Penny Wolfe Creative Services 2008 - Present
Treadwell Middle School August 2011 - October 2011
The Commercial Appeal 2001 - 2008
The Commercial Appeal 1994 - 2008
Corporate Spelling Bee, Knowlege Bowl 2004 - 2007
Staten Island Advance 1987 - 1994
Skills
Fine arts teacher, Drawing, Painting, Art, Fine Art, Graphics, Teaching, Art History, Graphic Design, Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, InDesign, Digital Photography, Advertising, Photoshop, Web Design, Layout, Creative Writing
Education
University of Phoenix 2004 — 2006
MBA, Marketing
The Maryland Institute College of Art 1973 — 1976
BFA, Drawing and Painting
Wooster School 1970 — 1972
High School Diploma
Indiana Area High School
Regional Medical Center (The MED) December 2013 - Present
Kitsy Lane September 2013 - Present
Kelly Services January 2012 - May 2012
Southwest TN Community College March 2011 - May 2011
Memphis Literacy Corps January 2010 - April 2010
The Commercial Appeal August 2008 - November 2008
McDonald's June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Makeup Artistry, Social Networking, Restaurants, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Social Media, Teaching, Marketing, Time Management
Education
The University of Memphis 2012 — 2015
University College, Fashion Merchandising, Sophomore
Southwest Tennessee Community College 2007 — 2011
Speech and Theater
Old Mill Senior High 2004 — 2007
High School Diploma
Ray Rico Freelance October 2007 - Present
The Commercial Appeal April 1999 - April 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Photoshop, Teaching, HTML, Public Speaking, Budgets, Graphic Design, InDesign, Illustrator, Video Editing, Video Production, Outdoor Advertising, Websites, Spanish, Spanish-English, Spanish-speaking, Translation, Branding & Identity, Web Design, Logo Design, Non-profits, Creative Strategy, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Media Advertising, Social Media Strategist, Social Media Consulting, Social Media Education, Advertising, Online Advertising, Advertising Management, Interactive Advertising, Digital Media, Media Planning, Media Buying, Corporate Identity, Adobe Creative Suite, Direct Mail, Typography, Layout, Brochures, Nonprofits
Education
The University of Memphis 1999 — 2004
Art & Communications
Dyersburg State Community College 1998 — 1999
City of Memphis May 2010 - Present
Walmart Customer Care Shared Services July 2008 - May 2010
Walmart Stores Headquarters 2006 - 2008
The Commercial Appeal 2003 - 2006
Memphis Publishing Company 2001 - 2002
The Commercial Appeal 1999 - 2001
The Commercial Appeal 1986 - 1999
The Tennessean 1985 - 1986
Skills
Succession Planning, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Personnel Management, Program Management, Needs Analysis, Public Relations, Incentive Programs, Relationship Management, Media Relations, Community Development, Employee Relations, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Employee Engagement, Change Management, Policy, Strategy, Leadership, Human Resources, Management, Talent Management, Performance Management, Staff Development, Training
Education
Union University McAfee School of Business and Tennessee State University 1999 — 2001
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Tennessee State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor's
Columbus Communications January 2013 - Present
Kate Morton Strategic Business Communications April 2011 - December 2012
Austin American-Statesman June 2006 - February 2009
Austin American-Statesman March 2005 - June 2006
The Commercial Appeal March 2004 - January 2005
The Memphis Business Journal June 2001 - January 2004
Skills
Media Relations, Press Releases, Editing, Web Content, Journalism, Writing, Ap Style, Public Relations, copy editing, media strategy, Research, Messaging, Ghostwriting, Bylined Articles, Crisis Communications, AP Style, Copy Editing, Blogging, Speech Writing, Nonprofits, Corporate Communications, Newsletters
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1999 — 2001
MA, Journalism
Southern Methodist University 1995 — 1999
BA, Public Affairs and Corporate Communications
Daytona Beach News-Journal August 2014 - Present
Cumulus Media November 2013 - August 2014
Memphis Business Journal August 2012 - October 2013
The Commercial Appeal September 2002 - June 2012
Indianapolis Star January 2000 - January 2002
WIXY Radio/Saga Communications January 1994 - January 1996
WBNQ RADIO January 1990 - January 1994
WMCA Radio January 1989 - January 1990
WJBX RADIO January 1986 - January 1990
Skills
Newspaper, Event Management, Promotions, Negotiation, New Business Development, Sponsorship, Retail, Customer Relations, Advertising Sales, Cold Calling, Consultative Selling, Proposal Writing, Direct Sales, Sales, Newspapers, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Selling, Advertising, Customer Service, Online Advertising, Management
Education
Illinois State University 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Science Degree, Marketing; Advertising
Capella University 2012 — 2015
Master's degree, Human Development and Family Studies, General, Summa Cum Laude
University of Hartford 1978 — 1982
Mass Communications; Television Production and Broadcast Journalism
Florida Treasure Coast Newspapers, The Naples, Fla., Daily News, The Ventura County, Calif., Star January 2014 - Present
Scripps Washington News Bureau (formerly Scripps Howard News Service) March 2004 - April 2015
The (Memphis) Commercial Appeal March 2004 - February 2014
The Commercial Appeal October 1992 - March 2004
The Palm Beach Post February 1984 - September 1992
The (then-Evening) Sentinel of Carlisle, Pennsylvania February 1983 - February 1984
The Gettysburg Times October 1982 - February 1983
Skills
Storytelling, Newspaper, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, News Writing, Breaking News, AP Style, Blogging, Feature Articles, Media Relations, Editorial, Online Journalism, Writing
Education
Santa Clara University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor's in Political Science
Parkway West Senior High School
Chesterfield, Missouri
The Commercial Appeal September 2010 - Present
Hoop City Memphis September 2010 - Present
Memphis Threat July 2008 - Present
Large 2000 - October 2010
Mouse Foundry Media January 2002 - 2010
Lantana Projects, Inc. 2000 - 2005
Skills
User Experience, Dreamweaver, CSS, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, Interaction Design, Photoshop, Wordpress, Web Design, Brand Development, Social Networking, SEO, Online Marketing, HTML, SEM, Flash, Newspaper, Information Architecture, User Interface Design, Public Speaking, Responsive Web Design, WordPress, Marketing Communications, Illustrator, Blogging
Education
The University of Memphis 2005 — 2009
B.A., Interdisciplinary Studies
Louisiana Tech University
Bob Duncan Allstate September 2015 - Present
Pontell Insurance Agency January 2015 - September 2015
Liberty Mutual Insurance 2011 - September 2014
Mary Kay Inc. 2000 - 2012
The Commercial Appeal 2010 - 2011
Sprint Nextel 2009 - 2010
Skills
Health Insurance, Customer Service, Disability Insurance, Workers Compensation, Sales Management, Account Management, Customer Retention, Employee Benefits, Sales, New Business Development, Team Building, Training, Property & Casualty..., Term Life Insurance, Umbrella Insurance, Social Media Marketing, Negotiation, Employee Training, Selling, Call Centers, Leadership Development, Customer Satisfaction, Coaching, Marketing, Outlook, Social Networking, Human Resources, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Claim, Leadership, Recruiting, Salesforce.com, Underwriting, Finance, Direct Sales, Public Speaking, Sales Presentations, Time Management, Sales Process, Small Business, Employee Relations, Management
Education
University of Central Florida 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), General Business
Holy Cross
Seminole State College
Associate in Arts, Business
Tallahassee Community College
CDA, Early Childhood Education
MITechNews.Com December 1999 - Present
Knights Templar DeMolai No. 5 2007 - 2013
Free Lunch Friday 2011 - 2012
IT-Harvest 2009 - 2012
The Detroit Free Press August 1995 - September 1999
Pacific Rim News Service May 1993 - July 1995
The Herald September 1988 - May 1993
The Commercial Appeal September 1984 - September 1988
San Jose Business Journal June 1983 - September 1984
Electronic Buyers News May 1981 - June 1983
Skills
Entrepreneurship, Editing, Business Management, Writing, Newsletters, radio show and audio..., Internet Video..., Social Media, New Media, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Storytelling, Newspapers, Leadership, Copywriting, Media Relations, Publishing, Copy Editing, Magazines, Marketing Communications, Publications, Security, Web Design, Public Speaking, Management, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Advertising, Nonprofits, Blogging, Online Marketing, Crisis Communications, Press Releases, Market Research, Content Management, Research, Marketing, Business Development, SEO, Multimedia, Content Development, Sound, Editorial, Start-ups, Online Publishing, Corporate Communications
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1979 — 1980
MA
University of Michigan 1974 — 1976
BA
Grand Rapids Community College 1971 — 1974
AA
American Family Care March 2011 - Present
NoMiss Productions January 1990 - Present
Kathy Thurmond Edwards State Farm Insurance June 2010 - February 2011
Fournier Learning Strategies March 2008 - July 2010
Signature Advertising January 2006 - February 2008
Goodyear March 2001 - December 2005
The Commercial Appeal March 2004 - October 2004
Walker & Associates February 1997 - February 2001
Snelling January 1996 - January 1997
Thompson & Company March 1993 - December 1995
Skills
Social Media, Advertising, Analysis, Account Management, Budgeting, Troubleshooting, Copywriting, Data Analysis, Editing, Employee Relations, Event Planning, Event Management, Government Relations, Healthcare, Insurance, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, New Business Development, Public Relations, Research, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Training, Marketing, Online Advertising, Publishing, Online Marketing, Media Relations, Marketing Strategy, Management, Television, Press Releases, Facebook, Radio, Brand Development, Market Research, Newspapers, Market Planning, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Sponsorship, Budgets, Digital Marketing, General Awesomeness, Direct Marketing, Corporate Communications
Education
The University of Southern Mississippi 1982 — 1983
Master's, Advertising and Public Relations
University of London 1982 — 1982
Master's Specialist, Radio, Television and Film
Mississippi University for Women 1976 — 1980
Bachelor's, Journalism and Broadcasting
Corinth High School 1972 — 1976
Arts and Sciences Diploma, Liberal Arts and Sciences
A S Hospitality 2014 - Present
A S Hospitality January 2013 - Present
The Commerical Appeal August 2010 - December 2010
The Commercial Appeal October 2006 - December 2010
The Commercial Appeal March 2007 - December 2008
The Commercial Appeal October 2006 - March 2007
Skills
Brand Management, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, CRM, Sales Operations, Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Management, Competitive Analysis, New Business Development, Leadership, Selling, SEM, Sales
Education
Christian Brothers University 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
LORENZO DE MEDICI
University of Mississippi
Bachelor's of Applied Science, Criminal Justice
NetDirector July 2012 - Present
PrepLogic, LLC 2011 - 2012
The Commercial Appeal 1998 - 2007
Skills
Social Media, XML, Photoshop, Advertising, Graphic Design, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Visio, Adobe Creative Suite, SQL
Education
St. Petersburg College 2011 — 2014
Associate's Degree, Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
Germantown High School
Catawba College June 2007 - Present
Daily Camera October 2005 - September 2006
Daily Camera June 2005 - October 2005
Daily Camera January 2005 - May 2005
The Commercial Appeal October 2003 - March 2004
The Commercial Appeal August 2002 - October 2003
The Commercial Appeal September 2001 - March 2002
The Post and Courier January 2000 - November 2000
The Post and Courier May 1999 - January 2000
The Post and Courier February 1998 - May 1999
Skills
Graphic Design, Photography, Public Relations, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Logo Design, Brochures, Corporate Identity, Marketing, Publications, Magazines, Photoshop, Editing, Creative Direction, Digital Photography, Newsletters, Posters, Graphics, QuarkXPress, Direct Mail, Art, Adobe Acrobat, Flyers, InDesign, Multimedia
Education
College of Charleston 1990 — 1994
B.A., Studio Art
wando high school 1988 — 1990
The Commercial Appeal July 2015 - Present
The Brunswick News April 2013 - April 2015
The Commercial Appeal August 2012 - January 2013
The Daily Helmsman August 2011 - April 2012
Southern Growth Studio December 2011 - March 2012
The Children's Place March 2010 - August 2011
Skills
Editing, Journalism, Copy Editing, News Writing, Newspapers, InDesign, Social Media, Newspaper Design, Video Editing, Digital Photography, Photoshop, WordPress, Image Editing, Market Research, Writing, Non-fiction, Fiction Writing, Poetry, Photo Editing
Education
The University of Memphis 2009 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Christian Brothers University 2008 — 2009
Bolt Public Relations June 2015 - Present
archer>malmo February 2012 - Present
Early Interaction Marketing Group January 2011 - February 2012
The Commercial Appeal July 2010 - August 2011
Flowers Communications Group May 2004 - December 2010
WVON Radio Station January 2003 - May 2004
RJ Dale Advertising Public Relations Agency 2002 - 2003
Skills
Public Relations, Integrated Marketing, Event Management, Advertising, Copywriting, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Leadership, Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Brand Management, Project Management, Relationship Marketing, Broadcast, Management, Social Media, Fundraising
Education
Chicago State University 1998 — 2002
B.A., Communications
Chicago State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's degree, Communication and Media Studies
The Jonesboro Sun August 2012 - Present
Fire Protection of Arkansas March 2010 - August 2012
H & R Block December 2009 - April 2010
Memphis Business Journal October 2004 - May 2009
The Commercial Appeal November 2003 - October 2004
The Trumann Democrat May 2002 - November 2003
Skills
Advertising, Sales, Marketing, Editing, Social Media, Event Planning, Customer Service, Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Press Releases, Public Relations, Media Relations, Copywriting, Management, Facebook, Social Networking, Blogging
Education
Arkansas State University 1998 — 2003
BS, Journalism - Advertising, Music
Imaging Solutions and Services, Inc. February 2015 - May 2015
American Home Shield November 2013 - April 2014
The Commercial Appeal October 2012 - January 2013
The Commercial Appeal January 2011 - August 2012
Dr's Carter/Robinson Orthodontics June 2007 - February 2010
The Salvation Army October 2005 - May 2008
The Salvation Army September 2005 - January 2008
Skills
Data Entry, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Fax, Filing, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Time Management, 10 Key, Phone Etiquette, Medical Terminology, Teamwork, General Office Skills, Interpersonal Skills, Written & Verbal...
Education
The University of Memphis 2013 — 2017
Bachelor’s Degree, Medical Office Administration, 2.39 GPA
Northwest Mississippi Community College 2010 — 2012
72 Hrs acquired / AAS Equivilancy, General Education Courses, 2.0 GPA
Concorde Career College-Memphis 2006 — 2007
Medical Office Professional Diploma, Medical Office Assistant/Specialist, 2.5 GPA
Coca-Cola Refreshments September 2012 - Present
Memphis Grizzlies June 2011 - September 2012
Memphis Grizzlies (NBA) April 2008 - June 2011
The Commercial Appeal February 2007 - March 2008
WHBQ FOX 13 TV January 2003 - February 2007
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Sports Marketing, Event Planning, Customer Service, Customer Retention, Advertising, Beverage Industry, Selling, Management, Online Advertising, Cold Calling, Account Management, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Program Management, Sales Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Budgets, Brand Management, Sales Process, Leadership, New Business Development, Time Management, B2B, Market Planning, Sales Management
Education
Grand Canyon University
Marketing
The University of Memphis
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Central High School
Wright Medical Technology November 2013 - Present
InnerWorkings May 2012 - November 2013
Memphis Data & Direct Mail January 2009 - May 2012
The Commercial Appeal August 2004 - January 2009
The Buffalo News 2003 - 2004
The Dallas Morning News July 2000 - October 2003
The Tribune 1998 - 2000
Skills
Direct Marketing, Sales Management, Market Analysis, Leadership, Sales, Direct Mail, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Marketing, Account Management, Project Management, Product Development, Entrepreneurship, Email Marketing
Education
Brigham Young University 1989 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts, History
University of North Texas 1995 — 1997
MBA, Marketing
FOI Oklahoma Inc. January 2003 - Present
Oklahoma State University August 1998 - Present
School of Media and Strategic Communications, Oklahoma State University August 1998 - Present
The Commercial Appeal January 1989 - August 1992
Tulsa World August 1984 - January 1989
Skills
Strategic Communications, Blogging, Editing, Newspapers, Journalism, Public Relations, Research, Facebook, Entertainment Law, Public Speaking, Copy Editing, Politics, Policy, Advertising, Fundraising, Government
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Ph.D., Mass Communication Law
University of Memphis 1992 — 1993
MA, Journalism, Higher Education
Louisiana State University
BA, News-Editorial Journalism
Orange County Register 1999 - September 2014
Detroit Free Press 1995 - 1999
Orange County Register 1994 - 1995
The Commercial Appeal 1990 - 1994
The Times Herald 1988 - 1990
Skills
Graphic Design, Photoshop, Writing, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Newspapers, AP Style, Journalism, Editorial, Blogging, Magazines, Feature Articles, Product Design, CCI NewsDesk, InDesign, Product Marketing, Logo Design, Mac, Publications, News Writing, Social Media, Editing, Online Journalism, QuarkXPress, Layout, Leadership, Newspaper, Newspaper Design
Education
Central Michigan University
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Port Huron Northern High School, Port Huron, MI
The Commercial Appeal May 2004 - Present
Betts Family Chiropractic May 2002 - May 2004
Jonesboro Regional Chamber of Commerce January 2004 - April 2004
The Herald Newspaper; Arkansas State University August 2001 - May 2002
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, SEO, SEM, Advertising, Google Adwords, New Business Development, Editing, Direct Mail, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Newspapers, Social Media Marketing, Media Planning, Advertising Sales
Education
Arkansas State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism with emphasis in Public Relations
Catapult Systems August 2015 - Present
Marin Software December 2014 - July 2015
Hilton Worldwide February 2014 - December 2014
archer>malmo October 2013 - February 2014
Loaded For Bear January 2013 - October 2013
nFusion March 2012 - February 2013
The Commercial Appeal November 2010 - February 2012
Newport Television (Formerly Clear Channel) February 2007 - November 2010
Design At Work July 2004 - February 2007
Starstream Communications December 2003 - July 2004
Skills
Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Digital Marketing, Digital Media, SEO, Web Design, Content Management, SEM, Dreamweaver, Marketing, Interactive Marketing, New Media, Marketing Strategy, E-commerce, Online Marketing, Digital Strategy, Mobile Marketing, Information Architecture, Lead Generation, Mobile Devices, Analytics, Mobile Applications, Strategy, CSS, Web Marketing, Video, Web Analytics, Multimedia, Usability, Content Strategy, User Experience, Google Analytics, Web Project Management, CMS, Web Content Management, PPC, Google Adwords, Website Development, WordPress, Web Development, Integrated Marketing, User Interface Design, Creative Direction, Photoshop, Interactive Advertising, Interaction Design, Facebook
Education
California State University-Sacramento 1993 — 1998
Management Information Systems (MIS)
MLB.com June 2015 - Present
The Daily Reveille August 2014 - May 2015
The Commercial Appeal May 2014 - August 2014
The Daily Reveille August 2013 - December 2013
The News Journal June 2013 - August 2013
The Daily Reveille July 2012 - May 2013
The Daily Reveille January 2012 - May 2012
Skills
Creative Writing, Blogging, Social Media, Proofreading, Journalism, Research, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Photoshop, Press Releases, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Books
Education
Louisiana State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Mass Communication/Media Studies
The Commercial Appeal May 1999 - January 2015
Barnes & Noble October 1992 - April 1999
Skills
Newspapers, Journalism, News Writing, AP Style, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Editorial, Blogging, Editing, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Headline Writing, Media Relations, Digital Media, Publications, Web Content, Content Strategy, Fact-checking, Content Development, Web Content Management, Content Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Facebook, Copywriting
Education
Belmont University
Music business
The University of Memphis
English and creative writing
Book leave May 2015 - Present
The Commercial Appeal January 2015 - May 2015
The Commercial Appeal September 2013 - January 2015
The Commercial Appeal 2006 - July 2012
The Associated Press 2005 - 2006
Birmingham Post-Herald 2002 - 2005
Skills
Breaking News, Journalism, Ap Style, Investigative Reporting, News Writing, Online Journalism, Newspaper
Education
Kenyon College 1997 — 2001
Bachelor's, Political Science, German Area Studies
Wolf River Angels January 2012 - Present
Start Co. December 2010 - Present
The Commercial Appeal February 2011 - April 2013
INNPOWERMENT June 2010 - July 2011
Fisher Investments January 2003 - May 2007
Opus Advisory Group November 1998 - November 2002
Skills
Wealth Management, Strategic Planning, Investments, Strategic Financial..., Entrepreneurship, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Start-ups, Public Speaking, Community Development, Finance, Small Business, Management Consulting, Business Development, Marketing, Social Networking, Advertising, Nonprofits, Leadership, Business Planning, Budgets, New Business Development, Financial Analysis, Social Media, Strategy, Team Building, Management, Angel Investing, Federal Government..., Accelerator, Social Innovation, Seed Capital, Local Government Finance, Technology Incubation, Philanthropy, Fundraising, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Email Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Communications, Market Research, Blogging, Sales, Media Relations, Press Releases, Event Management
Education
Iona College
Business Administration, Finance/History
MCR Safety October 2011 - Present
Pratt Industries June 2009 - July 2011
WillStaff Worldwide August 2008 - June 2009
The Commercial Appeal October 2005 - June 2008
Dillard's Incorporated January 2005 - October 2005
Skills
Marketing, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Sales, Customer Service, Sales Management, Advertising, Cold Calling, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Training, Management, Competitive Analysis, Selling, Account Management
Education
Mississippi State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science; Textiles, Apparel, Textiles, and Merchandising
Huron Smith Oil May 2014 - Present
The Commercial Appeal April 2011 - April 2014
Salary.com June 2008 - May 2010
Austin American Statesman 2007 - 2008
AppVault 2005 - 2007
The Dallas Morning News 2003 - 2005
The Washington Times 2002 - 2003
The Dallas Morning News 1997 - 2002
Newspaper Services of America 1996 - 1997
Skills
Analytics, Product Development, Strategic Planning, Audience Development, New Media, Direct Marketing, Newspaper, Social Marketing, Digital Media, Digital Marketing, SEM, Web Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Omniture, Email Marketing, PPC, Media Planning, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Advertising, Digital Strategy, Mobile Marketing, SEO, Interactive Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Affiliate Marketing, Social Media, B2B Marketing, Marketing, Direct Mail, Lead Generation, Google Analytics, Integrated Marketing, E-commerce, Content Strategy, Marketing Communications, Media Buying, Facebook, Behavioral Targeting, Strategy, B2B, Mobile Advertising, Advertising Sales, Google Adwords, Brand Development, Publishing, Web Design, Marketing Strategy, Customer Acquisition, Interactive Advertising
Education
Southern Methodist University 1991 — 1995
BA, Advertising
Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business
Certification, Marketing
Arkansas Democrat-Gazette June 2007 - Present
The Commercial Appeal 2003 - 2005
Chattanooga Times Free Press 2000 - 2003
ADVO 1991 - 1994
Skills
Newspaper, Advertising, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Copywriting, Media Relations, Online Advertising, Facebook, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Magazines, Digital Marketing, Press Releases, Newspapers, Direct Mail, Media Planning, Publishing, Advertising Sales, Direct Marketing
Education
Harding University
University of Central Arkansas
Shelby County Schools October 2014 - Present
The Commercial Appeal May 2014 - September 2014
International Paper July 2013 - January 2014
Shelby County Schools August 2011 - July 2013
ServiceMaster Clean February 2008 - May 2010
Skills
Program Coordination, Daily Operations..., Network Marketing..., Single Family Homes, Lesson Planning, Leadership Development, Time Management, Conflict Resolution, Entrepreneurship, Training, Customer Satisfaction, Social Networking, Teamwork, People Skills, Office Administration, Customer Service, Human Resources, Team Building, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Public Speaking, Performance Management, Event Planning, Sales, Marketing, Talent Management, Coaching, Management, Teaching, PowerPoint, Community Outreach
Education
Ashford University 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
Strayer University-Tennessee 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Education (B.Ed.)
The Commercial Appeal September 2015 - Present
Appalachian State University May 2014 - May 2015
Appalachian State University August 2013 - May 2015
Appalachian State University September 2012 - September 2014
Outback Steakhouse May 2010 - January 2013
Skills
Customer Relations, Operations Management, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Research, Sales Operations, Microsoft Office
Education
Appalachian State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's of Science in Business Administration (BSBA), Management, Entrepreneurship
ALLDATA an AutoZone Company April 2015 - Present
AutoZone January 2006 - March 2015
The Commercial Appeal 2004 - 2006
Magnolia Banner News 2003 - 2004
Skills
Graphic Design, Project Management, Sales, Direct Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Marketing, Retail, Marketing Strategy
Education
Southern Arkansas University 1998 — 2003
BA, Major in Fine Arts/Emphasis Graphic Design, Minor in Marketing
Associated Press June 2005 - Present
Orlando Sentinel 2000 - 2005
The Commercial Appeal 1995 - 2000
Skills
Newspaper, Photojournalism, Journalism, Photography, Ap Style, Image Editing, Digital Photography, Blogging, Photoshop, Social Media, Photos, Mac, Wordpress, Photo Mechanic, Editorial, Online Journalism, Publishing, AP Style, Portraits, Breaking News, Newspapers, Sports Photography, Magazines, WordPress, Video Production, Feature Articles, Headline Writing, Storytelling, Publications, Editing, Multimedia, New Media, Copy Editing, News Writing, Broadcast, Newspaper Design, Video Editing, Copywriting, Videography, Digital Media, Video, Proofreading, Digital Journalism, Online News, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Press Releases, Content Management, Photo Editor, Final Cut Pro
Education
Ohio University 1991 — 1993
MA, Visual Communication
Frostburg State University
Bachelor's degree, History
The Courier-Journal May 2015 - Present
Kentucky Center for Investigative Reporting January 2014 - May 2015
The Arizona Republic January 2013 - January 2014
The Commercial Appeal February 2012 - December 2012
Commercial-Appeal September 2007 - February 2012
Carl Bernstein 2005 - 2007
The Cincinnati Enquirer January 1999 - July 2004
Skills
Newspaper, Storytelling, Ap Style, Breaking News, Journalism, Investigative Reporting, News Writing, Web Content, Proofreading
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 2004 — 2005
Master's, Journalism
Western Kentucky University 1994 — 1998
B.A., Journalism
The Commercial Appeal August 2006 - Present
The Commercial Appeal January 2004 - August 2006
The Journal News September 2001 - May 2004
National Public Radio 2000 - 2001
Education
State University of New York at Albany 1997 — 2001
BS, Political Science, Journalism
Middlesex University
Political Science
USA TODAY June 2000 - Present
Boyd's Station January 2013 - Present
The Commercial Appeal November 1999 - June 2000
The Detroit News June 1994 - November 1999
The Flint Journal October 1989 - June 1994
The Daily Advocate 1982 - 1984
Skills
Photo Mechanic, Photojournalism, Newspaper, Editorial, Sports Photography, Photography, Journalism, Digital Photography, Storytelling, Ap Style, Magazines, Multimedia, Breaking News, Visual Journalism, Soundslides, Photos, Documentary Photography, Publications, News Writing, Newspaper Design, Studio Photography, Commercial Photography, Feature Articles, Video Editing, Newspapers, Video, Copy Editing, Travel Photography, Studio Lighting, AP Style, Image Editing, Interactive Storytelling, Online Journalism, Portrait Photography, Documentaries, Audacity, Headline Writing, Event Photography, QuarkXPress, Final Cut Pro, Lightroom, Videography, Digital Journalism, Blogging, Portraits, Mac, Environmental..., Editorial Photography, InCopy, Photo Editor
Education
Ohio University 1987 — 1989
BA, Visual Communications
The Ohio State University 1984 — 1985
The Commercial Appeal February 2008 - Present
The New York Times Company January 1994 - March 2007
Education
LeMoyne-Owen College 1993 — 1994
The Commercial Appeal
Skills
Newspapers, Journalism, AP Style, News Writing, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Editorial, Blogging, Editing, Feature Articles
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
American Heart Association September 2006 - Present
The Commercial Appeal February 2005 - September 2006
Education
Mississippi State University 2000 — 2004
The Commercial Appeal August 2006 - Present
Star Tribune August 1994 - December 2004
The Baltimore Sun February 1988 - August 1989
Skills
AP Style, News Writing, Journalism, Copy Editing, Editorial, Feature Articles, Publications, Press Releases, Proofreading, Editing, Creative Writing, Facebook, Social Media, Social Networking, Newspapers, Headline Writing, Breaking News, InCopy, Storytelling
Education
Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
UrbanArt Commission November 2012 - Present
ALSAC/St. Jude Children's Research Hospital March 2010 - September 2011
Church Health Center June 2008 - November 2009
Memphis Theological Seminary May 2007 - June 2008
The Commercial Appeal November 1998 - March 2007
Knoxville News Sentinel May 1991 - October 1998
The E.W. Scripps Company August 1983 - April 1991
Deloitte January 1979 - June 1983
Skills
Non-profits, Nonprofits, Accounting, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Financial Reporting, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Leadership, QuickBooks
Education
Wittenberg University 1976 — 1979
B.A., Business Administration with Accounting Concentration
Texas Lutheran 1975 — 1976
Tullahoma High School 1970 — 1974
Brad Vest August 2013 - Present
The Commercial Appeal August 2013 - Present
The New York Times May 2012 - August 2012
Concord Monitor February 2012 - May 2012
The Virginian Pilot June 2011 - September 2011
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel June 2010 - September 2010
Hutchinson News January 2009 - May 2009
Seattle Post-Intelligencer September 2008 - January 2009
Illini Media Company 2006 - 2008
Education
Ohio University 2009 — 2011
Masters, Visual Communication
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2008
Eisai Pharmaceuticals August 2010 - April 2014
Eisai August 2009 - February 2012
Eisai Pharmaceuticals August 2004 - May 2009
The Commercial Appeal June 2001 - July 2004
ArcelorMittal formerly Inland Steel Company August 1978 - March 2000
Skills
Gastroenterology, Hospitals, Pharmaceutical Sales, Oncology, Neurology, Customer Service, Forecasting, Dermatology, Consultative Selling, Industrial Sales, Team Building, Expense Budgeting, Business Planning, Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Total Office Call, Psychiatry, Account Planning, Outstanding time..., Customer Retention, Computer Proficiency, Communication Skills, Result Oriented, Highly motivated..., Hematology, Clinics, Closer, Territory Account..., Influential Communicator, Manage Client..., Expense Reports, Expense Budget..., Driving Results, Medical Terminology, Physician Relations, Product Sales, Advertising Sales, Buy and Bill, Pinnacle Award, KOL development, Contract Negotiation, Editing, Composition, Medical Oncology, Consumer Products, Account Management, GPO, Prospecting Skills, Cold Calling, Pharmacy
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Social Welfare
The Courier-Post assistant city editorthe philadelphia inquirer1997 - 2007
the commercial appeal 1996 - 2003
star tribune 1995 - 2000
the commercial appeal 1989 - 2000
star tribune 1995 - 1998
the times 1988 - 1989
Evening Independent 1979 - 1982
Evening Independent 1975 - 1980
Education
The University of Kansas 1975 — 1979
bachelor of sciencehecdl
St. Jude Children's Research Hospital January 2008 - Present
MidSouth Magazine January 2006 - 2008
Memphis Jewish Journal 2006 - 2007
The Commercial Appeal 2005 - 2006
Education
Columbus College of Art & Design 1993 — 1997
Bachelor, Illustration
Capitol Resources LLC November 2005 - Present
ECD/HOPE October 2003 - November 2005
The Commercial Appeal 1988 - 2003
Skills
Public Relations, Government Relations, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Media Relations
Education
Louisiana State University 1982 — 1986
BA, Journalism
Women's Foundation for a Greater Memphis August 2012 - Present
The Commercial Appeal May 2007 - October 2012
Belz Enterprises 2006 - 2007
First Mississippi Capital Corp. 2003 - 2006
Skills
Accounting, Financial Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley, Accounts Receivable, Management, Leadership, Finance, Payroll, Microsoft Excel, SharePoint, Microsoft Office, Auditing, Accounts Payable, General Ledger, Sarbanes-Oxley Act
Education
Mississippi State University - College of Business and Industry 1981 — 1986
BBS, Bank & Finance / Real Estate & Mortgage Finance
Southaven High 1978 — 1980
Musistic December 2012 - Present
Iconify September 2012 - Present
IBM May 2013 - January 2014
Cardinal Health November 2012 - April 2013
ePaymentAmerica December 2011 - June 2012
Signature Advertising February 2011 - December 2011
PHXX February 2010 - February 2011
Resolute Games January 2009 - August 2009
The Commercial Appeal May 2007 - July 2008
Education
The University of Memphis 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Music, Music Recording Technology
Michigan State University 2002 — 2004
Lyman Briggs College, Computer Science
The Enquirer and Cincinnati.Com December 2008 - Present
The Cincinnati Enquirer May 2000 - December 2008
USA TODAY January 1986 - May 2000
The Clarion-Ledger January 1977 - December 1985
USA TODAY June 1982 - December 1982
The Commercial Appeal January 1976 - December 1976
Skills
Newspaper, News Writing, Journalism, Editing, Blogging, Storytelling, Leadership, Breaking News, Advertising, Social Networking, Publications, AP Style, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Publishing, Interactive Storytelling, Digital Media, Cross Functional Team..., Team Leadership, Strategic Planning
Education
The Ohio State University 1972 — 1975
BA, Journalism
WREG News Channel 3 2008 - Present
Memphis City Schools 2011 - 2012
The Commercial Appeal 2004 - 2007
Skills
Camera Operating, Final Cut Pro, Video Production, Video Editing, Camera, Soundtrack Pro, DVD Studio Pro, Audio Editing, Documentaries, After Effects, Final Cut Studio, Television
Education
The University of Memphis 2010 — 2013
Master's of Teaching, Education
The University of Memphis 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English - Technical & Professional Writing
Southwest Tennessee Community College 1996 — 1998
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business - Paralegal Studies
The Commerical Appeal 2009 - Present
The Commercial Appeal November 2008 - Present
The Commercial Appeal February 2003 - November 2008
Skills
Editing, Writing, Copy Editing, Blogging, Newspaper, Stories
Education
Syracuse University 1969 — 1973
b.a., journalism, American history
N/A April 2009 - Present
Blue Log Films January 1999 - March 2009
The Commercial Appeal September 1996 - March 2009
Naples Daily News January 1993 - August 1996
Skills
Journalism, Newspaper, Storytelling, Editing, Breaking News, Multimedia, Editorial, Photography, News Writing, Final Cut Pro, Digital Photography, Digital Media, Video Editing, Newspapers, Magazines, Documentaries
Education
Georgetown University 1988 — 1988
Graduate, The Institute on Political Journalism
University of Colorado Denver 1985 — 1988
B.A., Political Science, Journalism
Colorado Academy
Ray Rico Freelance November 2014 - February 2015
Joan of Art Design January 2013 - November 2014
The Commercial Appeal September 1994 - January 2013
Memphis College of Art 2013 - 2013
The Commercial Appeal 1994 - 1997
Four Towns Enterprise April 1986 - August 1986
Skills
Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite..., Marketing Promotions, Medical Publications, Printed Collateral..., Business Forms, Layout, Magazine Layout Design, Advertising, Copywriting, Magazines, Graphic Design, Publications, Newspapers, Graphics, Copy Editing, Marketing Communications, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Memphis College of Art 1991 — 1994
Post Baccalaureate work, Design Arts
The University of Mississippi 1984 — 1986
B.A., Journalism
Institute for Intelligent Systems at the University of Memphis July 2015 - Present
Remsen Legal Services March 2009 - Present
Counsel On Call August 2014 - July 2015
FICC January 2008 - January 2012
The Commercial Appeal 2001 - 2007
Skills
Editing, Event Planning, Web Content, Blogging, Social Media, Copywriting, Journalism, Social Networking, Advertising, Public Speaking, Research, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Video Production, Performing Arts, Writing
Education
The University of Memphis—Cecil C. Humphreys School of Law 2004 — 2007
JD, Law
The University of Memphis 1995 — 1997
MA, English
The University of Georgia 1991 — 1994
BA, English
St.Vincent Indianapolis Hospital September 2014 - Present
St. Vincent Medical Center March 2014 - Present
Target April 2011 - January 2013
Target April 2011 - January 2013
The Commercial Appeal March 2007 - February 2011
The Eagle August 2005 - February 2007
Skills
Newspaper, AP Style, QuarkXPress, Copy Editing, Journalism, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Editing, Ap Style
Education
Marian College 2011 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Texas A&M University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's, Journalism
United Natural Foods July 2003 - Present
Lewtan Technologies, Inc June 2000 - June 2003
LearningBrands.com, Inc January 2000 - May 2000
The Commercial Appeal July 1998 - December 1999
Skills
.NET, C#, VB.NET, ASP.NET, SharePoint 2007, SharePoint 2010, Microsoft Office..., MCTS: Microsoft Office..., MCAD: Microsoft..., Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft Certified..., Microsoft Certified..., SSRS, Objective-C, iOS development, IIS, Web Services, WCF, JavaScript, Web Applications, T-SQL, SharePoint, ASP.NET AJAX, jQuery, Visual Studio, XML, SQL, Active Directory, ASP, Integration, SharePoint Designer, JSON, HTML, WEB API, MySQL, PHP, CSS
Education
Big Nerd Ranch (BNR) -- ADVANCED IOS PROGRAMMING 2013 — 2013
Big Nerd Ranch (BNR) -- Beginning iOS Bootcam 2012 — 2012
The University of Memphis 1995 — 1998
Master of Sciences, Computer Science
Peking University 1990 — 1993
Master of Sciences, Geography
Peking University 1982 — 1986
BS, Geography
Commonwealth of Virginia April 2010 - Present
Scripps Howard News Service May 2008 - June 2008
The Commercial Appeal May 2007 - August 2007
Essence Magazine June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
non linear video editing, HTML, Audio, Editing, Blogging, Copy Editing, Ap Style, Social Media, Journalism, Video Editing, Wordpress, Facebook, Press Releases, Adobe Creative Suite, CMS, WordPress, Video
Education
Virginia Commonwealth University 2010 — 2011
Multimedia Journalism
Hampton University 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, print journalism
The Commercial Appeal massage therapistDee's Healing Hands Massage TherapyJanuary 2004 - December 2010
Education
Delta State University 1971 — 1974
BA, English, Massage Therapy
AutoZone April 2015 - Present
Loyalty Lane February 2014 - Present
SmartRevenue June 2011 - 2014
Philips Sonicare July 2012 - December 2012
Altaro Corporation May 2010 - August 2010
Theatre Memphis October 2005 - August 2006
University of Alabama, MJW May 2004 - June 2004
The Commercial Appeal March 2004 - April 2004
Skills
Qualitative Research, Ethnography, Quantitative Research, Interviews, Market Research, Marketing Research, Survey Design, Research, Advertising Research, Focus Groups, Research Design, Survey Research, Anthropology, SPSS, Customer Insight, Data Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Social Research, Consumer Behaviour, Consumer Insight, Participant Observation, Cultural Anthropology, Editing, Data Collection, Questionnaires, Questionnaire Design, Qualitative Data, Microsoft SQL Server, Nielsen Nitro
Education
The University of Memphis 2009 — 2010
BA, Anthropology
Southwest Tennessee Community College 2006 — 2008
Associate of Science (A.S.), Music Theory and Composition
Indiana University Kelley School of Business August 2013 - Present
Kelley School of Business May 2011 - August 2013
Indiana University School of Journalism August 2009 - May 2011
The Commercial Appeal September 1990 - July 2009
Skills
Editing, Media Relations, Blogging, Newspaper, Copy Editing, Content Strategy, Publications, Public Relations, Ap Style, Newsletters, Strategic Communications, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Press Releases, Storytelling, Internal Communications, Research, Corporate Communications, Social Networking, Marketing Communications, Web Content, AP Style, Newspapers, Magazines, Marketing
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1983 — 1987
B.A., Journalism
University of Missouri-Columbia
M.A. (expected), Media Management
Spearman + Adams April 2013 - Present
Me and the Light April 2015 - May 2015
Still Point January 2014 - April 2014
The Commercial Appeal January 1998 - April 2013
Magic In My Home September 2012 - October 2012
As I Am June 2012 - August 2012
April March 2012 - April 2012
Madre February 2012 - March 2012
Leaves In The Wind February 2010 - March 2010
Ask The Dust January 2010 - February 2010
Skills
Documentaries, Art, Editing, Breaking News, Video Production, Newspapers, Photography, Storytelling, Film, New Media, Journalism, Producing
Education
The University of Georgia 1993 — 1997
B.A. in Journalism, graduated from the Honors Program Summa Cum Laude
Baptist Memorial Health Care November 2012 - Present
Impact Missions, Inc. April 2004 - December 2008
The Commercial Appeal June 1978 - April 1993
Skills
Healthcare Management, Hospitals, Healthcare, HIPAA, EMR, Medical Terminology, Nursing
Education
Delta Technical College
The Commercial Appeal July 2007 - Present
Kele, Inc. June 2002 - May 2007
Schering-Plough Healthcare Products December 1984 - January 2002
Skills
Employee Relations, Onboarding, Human Resources, Talent Management, Recruiting, HRIS, Personnel Management
Education
Christian Brothers University 1995 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Hearst Television July 2013 - Present
Mississippi Press Services March 2012 - July 2013
Gannett Digital May 2011 - March 2012
Laurel Leader-Call January 2010 - May 2011
The Commercial Appeal August 2008 - January 2010
The Desoto TImes May 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Advertising, Advertising Sales, Newspaper, Digital Marketing, Social Media, Marketing, Media Planning, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Media Buying, Press Releases, Online Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Magazines, Email Marketing, Publishing, Direct Marketing, Newspapers
Education
Millsaps College
The Commercial Appeal April 2012 - Present
ASU Herald August 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Advertising, Journalism, Public Relations, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Networking, Advertising Sales, Media Relations, Online Advertising, Newspapers, Public Speaking, Media Planning, Facebook, HootSuite, Marketing Communications, Digital Marketing, Magazines, Email Marketing, Marketing, Digital Strategy, Google Adwords, SEM, SEO, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, Creative Direction, Multimedia, YouTube, Video Pre-Roll, Commercial Printing, Behavioral Targeting, Contextual Advertising, Website and Content..., Premium News Networks, Mobile Marketing, Native Placements
Education
Arkansas State University 2007 — 2011
Journalism, Advertising
Cerner Corporation September 2013 - Present
E.W. Scripps August 2010 - September 2013
The Commercial Appeal March 2006 - September 2013
Best Buy/ Geek Squad October 2004 - January 2006
Best Buy October 2003 - October 2004
Skills
Mac OS X, HTML, Newspaper, Windows, CSS, Linux, Mac OS, Troubleshooting, JavaScript, Java, SQL, Visual Basic
Education
The University of Memphis 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Computer Science
Purdue University 2000 — 2003
The Jones Clinic May 2007 - Present
Baptist Memorial Health Care May 1996 - April 2007
The Commercial Appeal April 1980 - March 1996
Skills
Hematology/Oncology, Chemotherapy, Patient Education, Direct Patient Care, People-oriented, Home Infusion, Oncology Nursing, Medical/Surgical, PALS, Acute Care, Oncology
Education
Southwest Tennessee Community College 1994 — 1995
Associate of Science (A.S.), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
The University of Memphis 1977 — 1980
University of Tulsa October 2012 - Present
Patriots Point Naval & Maritime Museum April 2012 - August 2012
The State newspaper November 1996 - January 2010
The State newspaper 2004 - 2006
The Commercial Appeal June 1996 - October 1996
The Indianapolis Star September 1995 - December 1995
Grand Rapids Press June 1995 - September 1995
The Moline Dispatch/Rock Island Argus June 1994 - August 1994
Pierce-Herald Newspapers 1991 - 1993
Kits Cameras June 1989 - August 1991
Skills
Editing, Photoshop, Videography, Journalism, Digital Photography, Blogging, Photography, Newspapers, Editorial, Copy Editing, Multimedia, Image Editing, Video, Storytelling, Publications, Visual Storytelling, Art Direction, Creativity
Education
Ohio University 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Communication, Journalism, and Related Programs
Pacific Lutheran University 1990 — 1992