The Musicland Group
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DescriptionThe Musicland Group, Inc. was an entertainment company which ran Musicland, Sam Goody, Suncoast Motion Picture Company, OnCue, and the Media Play Superstore Chains. The Musicland Group was purchased by Best Buy in 2001 at the height of Musicland's success, which ultimately led to its demise. Founded: 1956 Acquisition date: 2001 Parent organization: Trans World Entertainment Subsidiary: Suncoast Motion Picture Company
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The Musicland Group Employees
Sunrise Banks December 2014 - Present
Albright Consulting February 2014 - Present
Adkinson & Associates March 2014 - December 2014
Archway Marketing Services August 2013 - February 2014
Archway Marketing Services February 2008 - July 2013
Optimal Advantage May 2006 - January 2008
Kitchen Sync September 2004 - August 2006
Best Buy 1995 - 2004
The Musicland Group September 1979 - February 1995
Musicland/Sam Goody 1977 - 1992
Skills
Inventory Management, Retail, Merchandising, Cross-functional Team..., Team Building, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Forecasting, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Inventory Control, Supply Chain, Vendor Management, Income Statement, Budgets, Change Management, Project Management, Customer Experience, Visual Merchandising, E-commerce, Logistics, Product Management, Leadership, Corporate Communications, Sales Management, Strategy, P&L Management, B2B, Management, Business Development, Sales, Integrated Marketing, Training, Marketing, CRM, Program Management, Analytics, P&L, Operations Management, Consulting, Business Process, Enterprise Software, Team Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Analysis
Education
Landmark Education 2014 — 2014
Forum Graduate, Ontology
University of Nebraska at Kearney 1979 — 1980
Physics, Computer Science, Music
Trinity Lutheran Church, Rosenberg Texas April 2012 - Present
The Musicland Group April 1999 - February 2003
WRRK Pittsburgh, PA June 1995 - April 1998
Skills
Studio Recording, Worship Music, Garden Design, Landscaping, Dog Training, Administrative..., Document Drafting, Pianist, Organ, Music
Education
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh-Online Division 1995 — 1997
Associate's degree, Audio/Video Engineering
Taymark March 2005 - February 2013
Liquid 8 Records & Entertainment October 2001 - May 2004
Video Update, Inc May 1997 - October 2000
Media Play, Division of The Musicland Group October 1994 - February 1997
Media Play, Division of The Musicland Group January 1993 - February 1994
The Musicland Group August 1990 - January 1993
Skills
Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, E-commerce, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Leadership, Sales, Strategic Planning, Forecasting, Multi-channel Marketing, Retail, Customer Retention, Project Management, Online Advertising, Team Leadership, Digital Marketing, Online Marketing, Lead Generation, Product Marketing, Market Planning, PPC, Trade Shows, Interactive Marketing, SEO, Google Analytics, Salesforce.com, Social Networking
Education
Metropolitan State University 2013 — 2015
BS Business Administration and Management
University of Wisconsin - Milwaukee
Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Team Women MN, Leadership Conference "Empowering Leadership"
Fan HQ November 2009 - Present
Thunder Creek September 2007 - March 2010
Digital River March 2006 - September 2007
FanBuzz 2004 - 2006
The Musicland Group 1996 - 2006
Musicland 1996 - 2006
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Product Development, Inventory Management, E-commerce, Purchasing, Forecasting, Account Management, Negotiation, Marketing, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Competitive Analysis, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Pricing, Multi-channel Retail, Online Advertising
Education
St. Cloud State University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
UnitedHealth Group June 2014 - Present
Best Buy September 2011 - February 2014
Bluestem Brands July 2009 - September 2011
Bluestem Brands November 2006 - July 2009
Dichtomatik March 2006 - November 2006
The Musicland Group 2005 - 2005
Skills
Vendor Management, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Strategic Sourcing, Merchandising, Purchasing, Retail, Procurement, Inventory Control, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Forecasting, Strategy, Supply Chain Management, Process Improvement, Management, Global Sourcing
Education
University of Minnesota Duluth 2001 — 2005
BBA, Marketing & Psychology
Boeing August 2015 - Present
FedEx May 2001 - December 2013
Coca Cola Bottling Company of New York January 1994 - June 1999
The Musicland Group 1990 - 1994
Skills
Business Analysis, Windows, Troubleshooting, SQL, Process Improvement, Integration, Business Intelligence, SDLC, Requirements Analysis, Analysis, Project Management, Product Management, Management, Visio, Vendor Management, Software Documentation, Cross-functional Team..., Business Process...
Education
University of Alabama in Huntsville 2014 — 2018
Master’s Degree, Management Information Systems
University of Alabama in Huntsville
Bachelor's Degree, Management Information Systems, General, 3.5 Cum Laud
St. Catherine University
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Ivie December 2013 - Present
Haiti Travel Adventures 2010 - 2013
Anderson Brothers Construction Company 2001 - 2013
Ivie and Associates, Inc. 1996 - 2001
The Musicland Group 1989 - 1997
Skills
Social Media, Public Affairs, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Public Relations, Government Relations, Business Development, Marketing, Business Process...
Education
Central Lakes College-Brainerd 1985 — 1987
Communication and Media Studies
Pequot Lakes High School 1972 — 1985
Retail First Corp. August 2010 - Present
The Museum of Broadcast Communications September 2003 - Present
WGN Radio May 2012 - Present
Marks Plier March 2001 - July 2010
Montgomery Ward August 1995 - January 2001
Trans World Entertainment August 1992 - August 1995
The Musicland Group October 1984 - July 1992
Skills
Advertising, Entertainment, Marketing, Television, Radio, Marketing Strategy, Broadcast, Social Networking, Fundraising, Retail, Media Relations, Packaging, Social Media, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, New Media, Direct Mail, Digital Media, Video Production, Integrated Marketing, Public Speaking, Video, Graphics, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Event Planning
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1990 — 1992
Business Administration
Triton-College 1985 — 1987
Business Administration
Minneapolis Institute of Arts March 2014 - Present
Capella University January 2013 - April 2013
Breck School January 2005 - May 2011
General Mills January 2006 - August 2010
Learning Through Music October 2003 - July 2005
The Musicland Group September 2003 - November 2004
Twin Cities Public Television 1999 - 2002
Weller Grossman Productions for National Geographic and Ford Companies October 1999 - March 2000
Creative Nursing Management April 1990 - May 1994
Skills
Grant Writing, Social Media, Viola, Music, Violin, Social Networking, Art, Mixed Media, Fine Art, Teaching, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Arts Administration, Editing, Music Education, Performing Arts, Broadcast, Television, Video, Entertainment, Acting, Film, Copywriting, Event Planning, Facebook, Blogging
Education
Wells College 1984 — 1989
BA, Art History, German
Breck School
Emerson College
Masters in Mass Communicaitons, with an emphasis in Broadcast Journalism and Television and Radio Production
Fred Smith Company May 2012 - September 2014
OfficeMax May 2011 - May 2012
Forum Communications August 2007 - May 2011
Best Buy June 2006 - April 2007
Viking Coca-Cola Bottling Company October 2004 - June 2006
The Musicland Group/ A Best Buy Company May 2002 - October 2004
IKON Office Solutions August 1999 - May 2002
The Musicland Group March 1992 - August 1999
Skills
District Supervision, Microsoft Office, Risk Management, Visual Merchandising, Business Process..., Sales Presentations, Conflict Management, Multi-unit, Talent Management, Budget Setting, Inventory Management, Group Training, Lease Negotiations, Income Statement, P&L Management, Sales Management, Team Building, Selling, Team Leadership, Sales, Management, Recruiting, Retail, Training, Store Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Contract Negotiation, B2B, Merchandising, Strategy, Time Management, Operations Management, Store Management, Purchasing, Process Scheduler, Customer Experience, Sales Operations, Loss Prevention, Budgets, Hiring, Forecasting, Coaching, Profit, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Employee Training, Cold Calling, Marketing, P
Education
Southwest Minnesota State University
Bachelor of Science
Ridgewater College-Willmar Campus
A.A.
Willmar High School
Hancock Graphic Design February 2003 - Present
Vertis Communications December 2000 - February 2003
Lowen Corporation June 1998 - December 2000
Carlson Companies March 1997 - May 1998
The Musicland Group 1991 - 1997
DPS Creative June 1989 - May 1991
Skills
Brochures, Graphic Design, Creative Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Photography, Web Design, Social Media, Marketing Communications, InDesign, Mac, QuarkXPress, Illustrator, Event Management, Direct Mail, Photoshop, Adobe Acrobat, Layout, Catalogs, Account Management, Art, Flyers, Graphics, Business Cards, Banners, Image Manipulation, Pre-press, Brand Development
Education
St. Olaf College 1985 — 1989
BA, Graphic Design & Studio Arts
Dunham's Sports January 2012 - Present
Dunham's Sports 1985 - January 2012
The Musicland Group February 1981 - November 1985
Northern Telecom July 1978 - January 1981
Skills
Sales, Forecasting, Merchandise Planning, Supply Chain Management, Retail, Finance, Real Estate, Profit, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Visual Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Merchandising, Purchasing, Product Development, Sourcing, Income Statement, CPFR, Store Management, Apparel, Management, Customer Service, P&L
Education
Queens College
SuperValu September 2008 - June 2013
CPC Intersect August 2005 - April 2008
The Musicland Group May 2002 - August 2005
Best Buy August 2000 - May 2002
Skills
Marketing, Product Marketing, Leadership, Vendor Relationships, Planning & Execution of..., Event Planning, Cross Promotions, National Promotions, Sales & Promotions..., Budgets, Partnership Marketing, Retail Marketing, Sales, Communication, Sampling Tours, Mobile Marketing Tours, Establishing Processes, Refining Processes, Associate Development, Managing Workflow, Managing Events, Program Management, Pricing, Event Management, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Merchandising, Retail, Marketing Strategy
Education
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1993 — 1997
BS, Mass Communications/Management
AMD February 2011 - Present
LG Electronics August 2009 - February 2011
LG Electronics January 2007 - July 2009
NEC Display Solutions July 2005 - January 2007
Best Buy February 2004 - June 2005
Best Buy November 2002 - January 2004
Best Buy June 2000 - October 2002
The Musicland Group July 1999 - May 2000
Equity Lending Inc February 1998 - October 1999
The Musicland Group October 1998 - July 1999
Skills
Product Marketing, Sales Operations, Marketing Strategy, Consumer Electronics, Business Development, Advertising, Analysis, B2B, Budgets, Business Planning, Channel Partners, Coaching, Competitive Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Satisfaction, Direct Sales, Forecasting, Go-to-market Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Management, Market Planning, Marketing, Marketing Management, Merchandising, Multi-channel Marketing, Negotiation, New Business Development, P, Pricing, Product Management, Program Management, Retail, Sales, Sales Management, Strategic Partnerships, Strategy
Education
Concordia College 1993 — 1997
Bachelor of Arts
Muscular Dystrophy Association June 2000 - Present
The Musicland Group April 1993 - March 2000
Skills
Health Education, Data Entry, Volunteer Management, Event Planning, Administrative..., Newsletters, Sales, Fundraising, Telephone Skills, Customer Service, Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1971 — 1975
BA in Education
3sage Consulting,LLC 2014 - 2014
National Vision, Inc. 2009 - 2013
National Vision 2005 - 2009
National Vision, Inc / America's Best Contacts and Eyeglasses 2003 - 2005
Independent Consultant 2001 - 2003
Video Update 1997 - 2001
The Musicland Group 1984 - 1997
Skills
Business Intelligence, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, CRM, Integration, Enterprise Software, Retail, Process Improvement, Management, Analytics, Data Warehousing, Merchandising, Vendor Management, Team Building, Business Objects, ERP, SDLC, E-commerce, Omnichannel, Healthcare Information..., Project Management, Marketing, Enterprise Information..., Data Governance, Forecasting, POS, P&L Management, Program Management, Training, Microsoft Dynamics AX..., JDA, Geospatial Data, Analysis, Data Warehouse, Business Process, SAP Business Objects, Collaboration, ETL, IT Management, Digital Strategy, Business Process..., Retail Operations, Business Analysis, Inventory Management, Consulting
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2000 — 2002
MBA, General Business
Carleton College 1980 — 1984
BA, International Relations/Political Science
OptumLabs March 2015 - Present
Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation September 2010 - March 2015
Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation January 2007 - September 2010
Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation January 2005 - December 2006
Minneapolis Medical Research Foundation August 2000 - December 2004
The Talus Group August 1998 - July 2000
HealthPartners 1999 - 2000
The Musicland Group March 1995 - July 1998
The Musicland Group June 1993 - January 1995
Skills
Data Analysis, Epidemiology, Statistics, Cross-functional Team..., SAS, Program Management, Healthcare, Analysis, Research, Process Improvement, Policy, Public Health, Budgets, Project Management, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, SAS programming, Pharmaceutical Industry
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 2006 — 2009
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance and Entreprenuership emphasis with a Medical Industry Specialization
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2000 — 2004
MGIS, Geographic Information Science
Gustavus Adolphus College 1989 — 1993
BA, Mathematics Major, Economics Minor
Burnsville HS
Payless ShoeSource February 2013 - Present
Payless ShoeSource June 2012 - February 2013
Staples August 2001 - November 2011
The Musicland Group September 1985 - May 2001
Self Employed September 1979 - July 1985
Skills
Team Building, Sales Management, Operations Management, Retail Management, Stores, Merchandising, P&L, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Coaching, Hiring, Inventory Management, Retail, Profit, Customer Service, Profitability, Performance Management, P&L Management, Loss Prevention, Customer Relations, Employee Relations, Big Box, Store Management, Multi-unit, Profit & Loss Management, Income Statement, Management, District Management, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Budgets, Leadership, New Store Openings, Driving Results, Sales, Store Operations, Time Management, Shrinkage, Human Resources, Associate Development, Retail Sales, New Store Development, Planograms, People Development, Multi-unit Retail..., Sales Operations, Multi-Unit Management, Employee Training, Forecasting, Customer Retention
Education
University of Miami 1977 — 1980
University of Miami 1977 — 1980
Music Engineering Technology
American International Distribution Corporation June 2014 - Present
RetailVision June 2006 - May 2014
RetailVision April 2002 - June 2006
RetailVision February 1994 - April 2002
Artec Distribution Services January 1993 - October 1993
Prudential Insurance March 1990 - September 1992
The Musicland Group May 1987 - January 1990
Skills
Single Copy Sales, Customer Service, Publisher Relations, Staff Management, Analysis, Sales Management, Vendor Management, Critical Thinking, Process Flow, Racks, Publishing, Sales, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Digital Media, B2B, Magazines, Marketing Communications, Publications, New Media, Copywriting, Brand Development, Integrated Marketing, Content Strategy, Brand Management, Direct Mail, Content Development, Online Marketing, Advertising Sales, Digital Strategy, Direct Marketing, Audience Development, Online Advertising, Interactive Marketing, B2B Marketing, Lead Generation, Database Marketing, Digital Marketing, Content Marketing, Mobile Marketing, Circulation
Education
University of Vermont 1985 — 1988
BA
United States Air Force Academy 1984 — 1985
Stamats Communications February 1992 - Present
The Musicland Group 1983 - 1991
Skills
Email Marketing, Social Media, Direct Mail, Direct Marketing, SEM, Database Admin, Facebook, B2B, Content Strategy, Publishing, Content Development, Audience Development, Microsoft Excel, Management, Audience Measurement, PPC, Google Analytics, Web Analytics, Audience Segmentation, Audience Analysis, Magazines, B2B Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Lead Generation, Database Marketing, Online Advertising, Access, Google Adwords, Social Media Advertising, BPA, Email, Advertising Sales, Social Networking, Trade Shows, Excel, Database Management, Email Management, Google Adwords..., Google AdSense
Education
Mount Mercy University 2000 — 2003
BS, Business Management
The Astor Companies: Astor Property Management, Astor Real Estate Group August 2014 - Present
Career Coach, Outplacement Specialist, Recruiter January 2013 - August 2014
DRW, LLP May 2009 - August 2014
GCP Arlington LLC ( CSB School of Broadcasting ) 2000 - 2009
The MusicLand Group 1994 - 1999
WNNJ-FM 1992 - 1996
WSBG-FM \ WVPO-AM 1986 - 1992
Skills
Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Onboarding, Organizational..., Coaching, Performance Management, Career Development, Employee Training, Talent Management, Recruitment/Retention, Leadership Development, HRIS, Applicant Tracking..., Technical Recruiting, Train-theTrainer, Benefits Administration, Social Media, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Conflict Resolution, Resume Writing, Radio Broadcasting, Broadcast Journalism, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Change Management, Special Events Planning, Risk Management, Tactical Planning, GAP Analysis, Employer Branding, Copy Writing, Editing, Instructor-ledTraining, Corporate, Public..., Recruitment:..., Employee Handbooks, Compliance Audits, Performance Appraisal, ADP PayXpert, ADP..., Curriculum &..., EEO/AA Compliance, Career Counseling,..., Interviews,..., Conversational..., MAC, Apple, iOS, Employee Coaching &..., Social Media Networking..., Salesforce.com,..., Open Enrollment &..., Paychex Payroll & PEO...
Education
Villanova University 2009 — 2010
Master Senior Program, Human Resource Management and Development, 3.8
ADP 2007 — 2007
Certification, Payroll & HRIS
Connecticut School of Broadcasting 1985 — 1986
Certificate, Broadcasting & Journalism, 3.9
New Mexico Institute of Mining and Technology 1978 — 1980
Bachelor of Science ( 3rd Year Coursework Completed ), Mining Engineering, Geology, Technical Journalism
Apple Retail July 2007 - Present
CIGNA Healthcare February 2008 - June 2011
Aetna February 1999 - February 2008
Gateway 1997 - 1998
The Musicland Group 1995 - 1997
Aetna 1993 - 1995
Living Communications / WLVX 1990 - 1993
Aetna 1989 - 1993
Aetna 1986 - 1989
Aetna 1983 - 1986
Skills
Product Management, Account Management, Project Management, Operations Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Sales, Sales Management, Process Improvement, Management, Team Leadership, Employee Benefits, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Leadership Development, Insurance, Microsoft Word, Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Product Development, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Coaching, New Business Development, PowerPoint, Product Marketing, Training, Performance Management, Strategy, Vendor Management, Public Speaking, Inventory Management, B2B, Business Development, Teamwork, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Program Management, Forecasting, Change Management, Retail, Budgets, Recruiting, Project Planning, Human Resources, Market Research
Education
Fisk University 1975 — 1978
BS, Management & Religion (Dual Major)
Greater Midwest Realty May 2013 - Present
ReMax Results January 2001 - Present
ALLINA HEALTH SYSTEMS January 1998 - January 2001
GLAXCO-SMITHKLINE (Diversified Pharmaceuticals Unit) January 1994 - January 1997
Bible Study Fellowship 1990 - 1996
CPT CORPORATION January 1981 - January 1983
THE MUSICLAND GROUP January 1978 - January 1981
Skills
Upper Level Recruitment, Sales, Direct Sales, Training, Customer Service, Compensation & Benefit, Real Estate, Employee Relations, Marketing, Management, Human Resources, Recruiting, Selling, Residential Homes, New Home Sales, Buyer Representation, Sellers, Single Family Homes, Foreclosures, First Time Home Buyers, Relocation, Investment Properties, Listings, Short Sales, Move Up Buyers, REO, Investors, Referrals, Interviews, Condos, Contract Negotiation, Real Estate Transactions, Townhomes, Buyers, Negotiation, Real Property, Leadership, FHA, ABR, Luxury, Seniors
Education
Colorado State University 1970 — 1974
B.S., Merchandising
Edina High School
Business & Merchandising
Edina Realty January 2012 - Present
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. 1997 - 2002
Bruce Jesse Marketing 1994 - 1997
Blockbuster Entertainment Group 1993 - 1994
Wherehouse Entertainment Inc 1988 - 1993
The Musicland Group 1984 - 1988
Volume Shoe Corp - Payless ShoeSource 1981 - 1984
Morse Shoe Corp 1977 - 1981
Skills
Real Estate, Residential, Merchandising, Promotions
Education
Northeastern University
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Buffalo Saturday Artisan Market October 2011 - Present
Artists in Buffalo Inc 2009 - Present
Buffalo Spree Publishing December 2012 - Present
Buffalo Spree Publishing April 2006 - December 2012
Buffalo Spree Publishing December 2002 - March 2006
The Musicland Group August 2003 - January 2006
The Musicland Group April 1997 - October 2002
Buffalo Blizzard Soccer August 1996 - April 1997
Rich Products Corporation/Rich Entertainment Group September 1993 - October 1995
Shea's Performing Arts Center 1984 - 1985
Skills
Social Media, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Video Production, Brand Development, E-commerce, Integrated Marketing, Leadership, Media Planning, Public Speaking, Desktop Publishing, Editing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Fundraising, Blogging, Email Marketing, Marketing Communications, Publicity, Direct Mail, Sponsorship, Radio, Email Newsletter Design, Advertising, Creative Writing, Creative Direction, Public Relations, Management, Corporate Communications, Copy Editing, Promotions, Facebook, Sponsorship Activation, Event Planning, Event Management, Copywriting, advertising production, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Magazines
Education
University at Buffalo 1979 — 1984
BA
Gates Chili High SChool 1974 — 1979
FACE Surgical Center 2015 - Present
Desert Personnel Svc 2014 - Present
Augustana District of LCMC May 2010 - Present
Tupperware April 1998 - Present
Hutchinson Health November 2012 - December 2013
Hutchinson Public Schools January 2005 - December 2012
Customer Elation 2011 - November 2012
Target September 2010 - October 2011
Wilsons Leather - Plan/Allocate November 1999 - November 2002
The Musicland Group May 1998 - November 1999
Skills
Merchandising, Forecasting, Recruiting, Microsoft Excel, Marketing, Microsoft Word, Budgets, Retail, Management, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Customer Service, Coaching, Leadership, Inventory Management, Time Management, Direct Sales, Supply Chain Management, Facebook, Windows, Training
Education
Bemidji State University 1990 — 1994
Bach Science, Business Management
Hutchinson High School 1986 — 1990
General, Business Administration and Management, General
Best Buy 2013 - Present
Best Buy 2002 - Present
The Musicland Group 2000 - 2002
Pulse of the Twin Cities 1999 - 2001
HOW Graphics 1997 - 1998
Impressive Print 1995 - 1997
By All Means 1993 - 1995
Kinko's Copy Centers 1990 - 1995
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Typography, Merchandising, Art Direction, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, Posters, Logo Design, Graphics, InDesign, Illustration, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Corporate Identity, Advertising, Web Design, Creative Direction, Retail Design, Campaigns, Creative Strategy, Brand Design, Photo Art Direction, Editorial Process, Conceptual Design, Display Design, Catalogs, Visual Communication, Photography, Window Displays, Concept Development, Branding & Identity, Brochures, Packaging, Retail Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Interaction Design
Education
De La Salle
Minneapolis College of Art and Design
Minneapolis Technical College
Associate's Degree, Commercial Art
Trans World Entertainment November 2000 - Present
The Musicland Group August 1994 - November 2000
Brookstone Company September 1993 - August 1994
Skills
Current versions of..., PC and Mac., Willing to travel up to...
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Business and Public Administration; Management and Human Resources
Akron Children's Hospital March 2015 - Present
Self-employed January 2001 - Present
Akron Children's Hospital March 2012 - March 2015
Cleveland, OH, City Council October 2009 - April 2010
Delphi Corporation January 1994 - July 2008
The Musicland Group May 1991 - January 1994
Glowe-Smith Industrial June 1988 - May 1991
Skills
Troubleshooting, Training, Project Management, Windows, Testing, Networking, Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Research, Community Outreach, Visio, SharePoint, Data Analysis, Active Directory, Outlook, Process Improvement
Education
Cleveland State University 2009 — 2011
Master of Public Adminstration, Public Administration / City Management
Kent State University 1989 — 2003
Bachelor of Science, Computer Technology
Jacobs Technology September 2013 - Present
Barrios Technology, LTD September 2013 - Present
What's What Home Inspections January 2013 - Present
Lowe's Home Improvement October 2012 - July 2013
United Space Alliance May 1999 - August 2011
Birdwell Rental Property 1989 - January 2008
Danny D's Music Center April 1994 - May 1999
The Musicland Group August 1989 - April 1994
Skills
Home Inspections, Inspection, Plumbing, Troubleshooting, Preventive Maintenance, Electricians, Contractors, Maintenance & Repair, Real Estate, Budgets, Engineering, Renovation, Carpentry, Property, Customer Service, Sales
Education
San Jacinto College
General Studies
University of Houston-Clear Lake
New West March 1997 - August 2008
Doolittle Records July 1995 - March 1997
Justice Records February 1993 - April 1995
The Musicland Group August 1987 - March 1993
Skills
Marketing, Music Production, Music Industry, Sales, A&R, Customer Satisfaction, Market Planning, Retail, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Team Building, Digital Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Concerts, Digital Media, Record Labels, Event Management, Management, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Facebook, Talent Booking, Music, Music Licensing, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Event Planning, Music Supervision, Social Media, Strategic Planning, Online Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Music Publishing, Online Advertising, Entertainment, Digital Distribution, Brand Development, New Business Development, Account Management, Social Networking
Education
Tarleton State University 1984 — 1986
Geology, marketing, economics, geology
Texas Tech University 1979 — 1981
business, Marketing
Best Buy 2001 - Present
The Musicland Group 1995 - 2001
Skills
Retail, Management, Contract Negotiation, E-commerce, Advertising, Marketing, Merchandising, Social Media, Sweepstakes, Marketing Strategy
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
FedEx Office September 2012 - Present
Rubin the Cat Records August 2009 - Present
Cost Plus World Market 1999 - September 2011
The Musicland Group 1991 - 1999
Skills
Over 20 years..., Strong communication..., Proficient in Microsoft..., Proficient in Adobe..., Adobe Acrobat, Sales, Microsoft Word, Management, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Advertising, Inventory Management, Marketing, Social Media, Strategic Planning, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Merchandising, Graphic Design, Packaging, Event Planning, Outlook, Merchandise, Retail, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Fundraising, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Customer Service, Editing, Email Marketing, Leadership, Training, Marketing Communications, Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, Loss Prevention, Event Management, Public Relations, Brand Development, Facebook, Photography
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 1999 — 2001
Visual Communication
University of Southern California 1993 — 1995
Film: Critical Studies
Best Buy January 2001 - February 2009
The Musicland Group March 1989 - January 2001
B Dalton Bookseller 1979 - 1988
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1972 — 1975
LittleTree Therapy August 2009 - Present
LittleTree Music June 1999 - Present
Massera December 2011 - August 2014
Creative Apparel Concepts, inc February 2013 - June 2014
Quality Trade Books & Music August 2008 - June 2012
MMA 2004 - August 2008
BioWorld Merchandising June 2004 - December 2006
The Musicland Group September 1995 - February 2004
KQRS October 1985 - June 1991
Skills
Retail, Marketing, Inventory Management, Therapeutic Massage, Merchandising, Musicians, Singer-songwriter, Beatles, Singing, Chair Massage, Piano, Forecasting, License Management, Sales, Record Collecting, Product Development, Deep Tissue Massage, Apparel, Music Industry, Music, Entertainment, Product Marketing, E-commerce, Record Labels, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Radio Promotions, Market Research, Event Planning, Radio Programming, Management, Microsoft Excel, Analysis
Education
Center Point School of Massage & Shiatsu 2007 — 2009
Therapuetic Massage Therapy
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1985 — 1993
BA, Sociology major/Mass Communications minor
Target Corporation August 2014 - Present
Target Corporation September 2009 - August 2014
Target Corporation October 2007 - September 2009
Target Corporation January 2006 - October 2007
Target Corporation March 2000 - January 2006
The Musicland Group August 1995 - March 2000
Smyth Companies June 1983 - December 1984
Skills
Packaging, In-store Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Social Media, Direct Mail, Catalogs, Creative Strategy, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Web Design, Facebook, Brand Development, Art Direction, Branding & Identity, Leadership, Graphic Design, Layout
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1989 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Applied Design & Visual Communication
Wichita State University 1980 — 1981
Graphic Design
Kansas State University 1977 — 1979
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Graphic Design
Starbucks April 2015 - Present
Payless ShoeSource January 2011 - April 2015
Blockbuster June 2007 - January 2011
Five Below July 2005 - September 2006
The Musicland Group September 1990 - July 2005
Skills
Performance Management, Leadership Development, Team Building, Coaching, Driving Results, District Management, Multi-Unit Management, Visual Merchandising, Sales Management, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Store Operations, New Store Openings, Recruiting, Succession Planning, Merchandising, P&L Management, Expense Management, Multi-unit Retail..., Employee Relations, Customer Experience
Education
Seton Hall University 1988 — 1993
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General
The Musicland Group 1977 - 1989
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha
BA, Psychology
Ross Stores, Inc. August 2013 - Present
Kohl's Department Stores October 2012 - January 2013
Bath & Body Works June 2006 - November 2012
Jo Ann Stores April 2004 - June 2006
Securitas/ Burns International Security April 2004 - April 2005
Sam Goody October 1996 - April 2004
The Musicland Group January 1996 - January 2003
Skills
Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Recruiting, Sales, Training and Development, Analytics, Asset Managment, Bookkeeping, Customer Service, Coordination, Events, Internet, Leadership, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Project Planning, Project Management, Delegation, Account Management, Schedules, Payroll, Sales Management, Meeting Planning, facilitate meetings, Operations Management, Auditing, standard operting..., Inventory Control, Management, Store Management, Time Management, Process Scheduler, Interviews, Income Statement, Profit, Budgets, Customer Experience, Coaching, Hiring, Marketing, Driving Results, Performance Management, Sourcing, P
Education
Colorado Technical University 2014 — 2015
Masters of Science in Management, Information Technology and Project Management
Colorado Technical University 2006 — 2013
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Project Management
Hanapin Marketing August 2014 - Present
Hanapin Marketing August 2011 - August 2014
US Foodservice December 2007 - August 2011
US Foodservice June 2004 - December 2007
Prandium Inc. 1998 - 2003
The Musicland Group 1992 - 1996
Skills
New Business Generation, Manage Teams, Sales Pipeline..., Skilled Communicator, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Direct Sales, B2B, Building Relationships, Sales Growth, Sales, Sales Presentations, CRM, Sales Process, Qualifying Prospects, Sales Management, Team Building, Leadership, Salesforce.com, Strategic Planning, Social Networking, Client Relations Skills, Recruiting, Training, Business Development, Management, Team Leadership, Inventory Management, Coaching, Team Management, Hugs, PPC, Client Relations, Socks
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Indiana Wesleyan University 2010 — 2012
Associate's Degree, Computer Information Technology
Dairy Queen September 2014 - Present
Walser Automotive Group June 2009 - August 2014
Pro Staff October 2007 - April 2009
Eschelon Telecom, Inc. February 2007 - September 2007
Robert Half International January 2006 - January 2007
J. Crew November 2004 - January 2006
Bath & Body Works (a division of Limited Brands, Inc.) August 2003 - November 2004
The Musicland Group October 1994 - August 2003
Alden-Conger School District August 1998 - July 2001
Albert Lea School District January 1998 - July 1998
Skills
Applicant Tracking..., Talent Acquisition, Hiring, Interviewing, Sourcing, Recruitment/Retention, Full-cycle Recruiting, Onboarding, College Recruiting, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Recruiting, Technical Recruiting, Interviews, Employee Relations, Sales Management, Sales, Cold Calling, SDLC, Human Resources, Internet Recruiting, Leadership, Employee Benefits, HRIS, Management, New Hire Orientations, Time Management, Executive Search, Job Fairs, Training, Team Building, Selling, Permanent Placement, Employee Engagement, Employee Training, Resume Writing, Staffing Services, Screening Resumes, Talent Management, Screening, Coaching, Leadership Development, Career Development, Employer Branding, Customer Retention, Temporary Staffing, Workforce Planning, Performance Management, Personnel Management, Job Descriptions
Education
SHRM PHR Test Prep 2011 — 2012
University of Northern Iowa 1992 — 1997
Bachelor's, Elementary Education/Learning Disabilities
University of St. Thomas July 2015 - Present
Griffin International Companies, Inc. February 2015 - Present
Best Buy July 2012 - February 2015
Best Buy June 2011 - July 2012
Best Buy September 2008 - June 2011
ShopNBC August 2006 - August 2008
Rockler Companies Inc January 2006 - August 2006
The Musicland Group July 1998 - January 2006
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Inventory Management, Marketing Strategy, P&L Management, Negotiation, New Business Development, Multi-channel Retail, Online Marketplace, Direct to Consumer, Supply Chain Management, Team Development, Influence Without..., Exit Strategies, Purchasing, Leadership, Team Leadership, Team Building, Training, Strategic Partnerships, E-commerce, Strategy, Marketing, Profit, Forecasting, Matrix Management, Sales, Strategic Planning, Product Development, Product Marketing, Business Planning, Start-ups, Pricing, Project Management, Business Strategy, Consumer Electronics, Assortment, Income Statement, Selling, Process Improvement, Liquidation, Social Marketing, Global Sourcing, Assortment Development, Budgets, Competitive Analysis, SEO, Logistics
Education
University of Saint Thomas - School of Business 2009 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies
Minnesota State University, Mankato 1994 — 1998
BS, Business Admin-Marketing
Newmark Grubb Knight Frank January 2015 - Present
Michaels Stores, Inc. July 2009 - January 2015
Aaron Brothers, a division of Michaels Stores Inc. May 2006 - July 2009
The Musicland Group August 2002 - May 2006
Guitar Center August 2000 - August 2002
Kmart Corporation June 1997 - August 2000
Telespectrum May 1999 - May 2000
Education
National University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Management, Marketing
National University
Certificate in Human Resource Management, Human Resources Management, General
Insperity December 2008 - Present
Sweat Equity, Inc. 2005 - 2010
Lakeville Hockey Association 2003 - 2008
Prime College Painters 1993 - 2005
The Musicland Group 1990 - 1993
Skills
Recruiting, Human Resources, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Employee Relations, Talent Acquisition, Payroll, Performance Management, Customer Service, Interviews, New Hire Orientations, Applicant Tracking..., Hiring, HRIS, Team Building
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
B.A., English Writing
Mankato State University
Stillwater Area High School
University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System April 2015 - Present
The Mens's Wearhouse June 2007 - July 2014
That's Our Bag February 2006 - December 2006
The Musicland Group June 1992 - September 2004
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Inventory Control, Retail Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, Management, Fashion, Team Management, Sales Management, Human Resources
Education
Chicago State University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Community Health
City Colleges of Chicago 2004 — 2006
Associate's degree, General Studies
Navarre Corporation March 2012 - October 2012
Navarre Corporation 2008 - 2012
Navarre Corporation 2005 - 2008
Navarre Corporation 1999 - 2005
Grow Biz International (now Winmark Corporation) 1996 - 1999
The Musicland Group 1987 - 1996
Skills
Retail, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Merchandising, Account Management, New Business Development, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Sales, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Product Development, Event Management, Strategic Partnerships, Management, Business Development, E-commerce, B2B, Marketing, Negotiation, Program Management, Leadership, Public Relations, Logistics, Pricing, P&L Management, Competitive Analysis, Sales Operations, Product Management
Education
Winona State University 1970 — 1972
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Business Administration and Management, General
Checkview Corporation July 2014 - Present
American Payroll Association August 2013 - Present
Checkview Corporation July 2013 - Present
AIR-serv August 2009 - July 2013
Uponor November 2007 - July 2009
Syngenta Seeds June 2007 - August 2007
SUPERVALU July 2000 - June 2007
The Musicland Group October 1997 - July 2000
Skills
Payroll, Benefits, Workers Compensation, Ceridian, Employee Benefits, New Hire Orientations, Human Resources, Open Enrollment, ADP Payroll, Time Management, Team Building, Pre-employment Testing, Ceridian Payroll System, Garnishments, Interpersonal Skill, Canadian Payroll, Union Payroll, Multi-state Payroll..., PeopleSoft, SuccessFactors, SumTotal, Learning Management..., HRIS, Benefits Administration, FMLA, Onboarding, Deferred Compensation, Union, Hiring
Education
Normandale Community College
Bunsiness Administration
University of Wisconsin-Stout
Fashion/ Business Administration
Consulting 2013 - Present
Dell 2010 - 2012
Dell 2009 - 2010
Dell 2007 - 2009
The Musicland Group 2005 - 2007
Best Buy 2003 - 2005
Best Buy 2001 - 2003
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
Business Management
Western Illinois University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business and Merchandising
Benevis January 2013 - Present
NCDR, LLC November 2011 - Present
HL Retail Professionals Consulting August 2011 - November 2011
Borders Superstores April 2000 - August 2011
Borders June 2009 - July 2011
The Musicland Group January 1986 - January 1996
Skills
Strategic Planning, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Financial Analysis, Inventory Management, Recruiting, Retail, Employee Training, Supply Chain Management, Management, Store Operations, Strategy, Performance Management, Talent Management, Team Building, Leadership, Team Leadership, Store Management, Budgets, Inventory Control, Succession Planning, Training, Employee Relations, Coaching, Leadership Development, Driving Results, Merchandising, Big Box, Sales, Onboarding, Income Statement, P&L, Customer Satisfaction, Profit
Education
Our Lady of the Lake University 1995 — 1997
MBA, Finance
University of North Texas 1983 — 1986
BACHELOR OF ARTS, International Relations and Business Administration
HRExpertiseBP 1999 - Present
Verifications, Inc. 2010 - 2010
Noran Neurological Clinics 1999 - 2004
Stone Arch Creative 1998 - 2000
Results Unlimited Inc. 1995 - 1998
AEC Engineering, Inc. 1992 - 1995
The Musicland Group 1988 - 1992
Skills
Organizational..., Business Process..., Organizational..., Change Management, Strategic Planning, Board Relations, Employee Engagement, Organizational Design, Measurement: ..., Compensation & Benefit..., Executive Pay, HR Metrics, Team Building, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Union, Employee Relations, Workforce Planning, Employer Branding, Talent Management, Board Governance, Compensation Structures, Compensation Review, Human Resources, Strategy, Training, Employee Benefits, HR Consulting, HRIS, Deferred Compensation, Leadership, Applicant Tracking..., Process Improvement, Business Process..., Personnel Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Program Management, Management, Executive Coaching, Payroll, Compensation & Benefit, Incentive Programs, Benefits Administration, Performance Management
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
Masters of Industrial Relations, Business Management and IO Psychology
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Bachelors, Psychology and Sociology
The ROIG Group LLC May 2009 - Present
Best Buy May 2003 - February 2009
Musicland Group 1998 - May 2003
Media Play 1996 - 1998
The Musicland Group 1986 - 1996
Robert Half Technology 1992 - 1993
Skills
Retail, Business Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Entertainment, Process Improvement, Merchandising, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Multi-channel Retail, Forecasting, Management, Strategic Partnerships, P&L Management, Program Management, Business Strategy, Strategy, Leadership, Budgets, Project Management, Supply Chain Management, Income Statement, Performance Management, Vendor Management, Business Process..., Competitive Analysis, Enterprise Software, Management Consulting, Business Planning, Start-ups, P&L, E-commerce, Analytics
Education
St. Olaf College 1982 — 1986
BA
Manhattan High School 1979 — 1982
Kroll Ontrack November 2013 - Present
McGladrey 2015 - 2015
Digineer July 2011 - November 2013
RESDirect (via Digineer) July 2011 - November 2011
Dell Compellent March 2011 - June 2011
Kroll Ontrack June 2010 - March 2011
Kroll Ontrack February 2005 - June 2010
JobBOSS Software (now Exact JobBOSS) 1997 - 2005
The Musicland Group 1988 - 1997
Skills
SharePoint, Business Analysis, Requirements Gathering, SharePoint Designer, Team Leadership, Technical Writing, Enterprise Software, Analysis, Process Improvement, Information Architecture, Software Documentation, HTML, Business Process..., InfoPath, Content Development, Content Strategy
Education
Purdue University 1982 — 1987
BA, Advertising/ Public Relations
StrategicSource, Inc June 2014 - Present
StrategicSource, Inc. 2010 - Present
The Toro Company September 1984 - January 2010
Thomas Jefferson High School October 1995 - February 2006
The Musicland Group 1976 - 1984
Skills
Customer Relations, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Coaching, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Customer Service, Human Resources, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Sourcing, Personnel Management, Account Management, Process Improvement, Management, Leadership, Sales, Training, Labor Relations, Vendor Management, Leadership Development, Benefits Administration, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, HRIS
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities
Labor and Industrial Relations
Ingenix September 2009 - Present
Accenture Services @ Best Buy July 2004 - September 2009
Accenture at Best Buy July 2004 - September 2009
Accenture December 1996 - September 2009
Best Buy Co. Inc. 2001 - 2004
the Musicland Group 1996 - 2001
United HealthCare 1991 - 1996
Aetna Health Care 1987 - 1991
B. Dalton Bookseller 1979 - 1987
B. Dalton Booksellers 1972 - 1987
Skills
Data Warehousing, Program Management, SDLC, Vendor Management, Business Intelligence, Business Analysis, IT Strategy, Operations Management, Leadership, IT Operations, Business Process..., Business Process, IT Management
Education
University of St. Thomas 2003 — 2008
Computer Science, QMCS
Normandale Community College 1972 — 1974
AA General, Social Scientes
Lincoln High School
Wells Fargo January 2012 - Present
Wells Fargo March 2008 - January 2012
Wells Fargo October 2000 - February 2008
The Musicland Group March 1999 - October 2000
Skills
Business Development, Marketing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Pricing, Banking, CRM, Analysis, Leadership, Sales, Program Management, Selling, Finance, Financial Services, Cold Calling, Investments, Portfolio Management, Management
Education
University of Minnesota Duluth 1996 — 2000
The Dolan Company 2008 - Present
MP&E Inc. 2006 - 2008
The Musicland Group 1990 - 2000
Skills
Compensation & Benefits..., New Hire Orientations, Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Benefits Administration, Talent Management, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, FMLA, Onboarding, Employee Relations
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
MA-HRIR, Human Resources
University of Wisconsin - Eau Claire
BA, Public Administration/HR Management
Boston Scientific April 2015 - Present
Boston Scientific May 2014 - April 2015
Boston Scientific July 2010 - May 2014
Boston Scientific August 2006 - July 2010
NatureRich, Inc. 2004 - 2006
The Musicland Group May 2001 - November 2004
Fingerhut 1997 - 2001
Montgomery Ward Direct 1997 - 1997
Skills
Inventory Management, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Process Improvement, Merchandising, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Product Development, Demand Planning, Team Building, Project Management, Sourcing, Toastmasters, SAP, MRP, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain, Six Sigma
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Project Management
Metropolitan State University 2001 — 2006
B.S. in Finance, Finance
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1990 — 1994
AA Degree, Generals
Minnesota Management and Budget, State of Minnesota May 2014 - Present
ING May 1999 - April 2014
The Musicland Group September 1992 - May 1999
National Semiconductor March 1990 - August 1992
Skills
Compensation, Incentive Programs, Job Analysis, Deferred Compensation, Program Management, Training, Executive Pay, Onboarding, Human Resources, Performance Management, Compensation & Benefit, HR Consulting, Compensation Strategies, HRIS, Global Compensation, Job Evaluation, PeopleSoft, Workforce Planning, Talent Management
Education
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1987 — 1989
Masters, Industrial Relations
Hamline University 1981 — 1985
B.A., Political Science
UnitedHealth Group June 2014 - Present
OptumHealth February 2013 - March 2014
OptumHealth March 2011 - February 2013
CSM Corporation October 2005 - April 2011
Navarre Corporation May 2005 - October 2005
Wilsons Leather July 2001 - May 2005
The Musicland Group July 1996 - July 2001
Skills
Negotiation, Management, Leases, Program Management, Corporate Law, Contract Management, Contract Negotiation, Public Relations, Analysis
Education
Augsburg College 2013 — 2015
Master's degree, Organizational Leadership
Concordia University-St. Paul 2008 — 2010
BA, Organizational Management & Leadership
North Hennepin Community College 2002 — 2006
A.S. & Paralegal Certificate, Paralegal Studies
Crate and Barrel October 2013 - Present
Architas LLC March 2005 - May 2013
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage May 2002 - August 2002
Slifer Smith & Frampton Real Estate 1992 - 1993
The Musicland Group 1987 - 1992
McDonald's Corporation May 1985 - August 1986
The Flipside 1984 - 1985
Skills
Merchandising, Inventory Management, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Retail, Retail Sales, Office Management
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2014 — 2015
Interior Design
Barat College of DePaul University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor's Degree, Marketing
UCSF School of Medicine February 2013 - Present
Karen Shuster January 2000 - Present
UCSF Center for AIDS Prevention Research February 2007 - September 2008
UCSF Memory and Aging Center February 2002 - February 2007
UCSF Francis J. Curry National Tuberculosis Center June 2001 - October 2001
UCSF Department of Laboratory Medicine and Howard Hughes Medical Institute August 1993 - March 2000
The Musicland Group June 1988 - March 1993
Skills
Web Design, Web Interface Design, Graphic Design, CSS3, HTML 5, Photoshop, Illustrator, Photography, WordPress, Night Photography, Teaching, CSS, User Interface Design, Editing, Content Management, Web Content Management, SEO, Web Development, User Experience, Information Architecture, Multimedia, Interaction Design, Copywriting, CMS, InDesign, Social Media, Problem Solving
Education
John F. Kennedy University 2008 — 2010
Master's degree, Counseling Psychology
City College of San Francisco 2000 — 2001
Certificate, Web and Graphic Design
College of Wooster 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Studio Art
Clark Public Library December 2013 - Present
Self Employed January 2010 - November 2014
A Closer Look, Inc. November 2013 - March 2014
BizMSolutions 2010 - December 2013
Team Double Click October 2007 - April 2011
Team Double Click 2007 - 2009
The Disney Store 1993 - 1998
The Musicland Group 1990 - 1994
Skills
Networking, Temporary Placement, Social Networking, Customer Service, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, QuickBooks, Online Research, Blogging, Small Business, Office Management, Administrative..., Office Administration, Newsletters, Facebook, Training, Proofreading, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Leadership, Marketing
Education
The College of New Jersey 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS)
HealthPartners 2014 - Present
Ameriprise, UnitedHealth Group, Wells Fargo 2009 - 2014
Donaldson Company, Nash Finch Company, Zimmer Spine 2004 - 2009
SUPERVALU 1997 - 2004
BMG Music - MN Division 1996 - 1997
Target 1988 - 1996
The Musicland Group 1986 - 1988
Education
St. Cloud State University
BS, Finance
Museum of Glass August 2010 - Present
Museum of Glass March 2008 - September 2010
Trans World Entertainment March 2006 - February 2008
Suncoast Motion Picture Company June 1993 - March 2006
The Musicland Group 1986 - 2006
Skills
Team Leadership, Performance Management, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Non-profit..., Glass, Strategic Planning, Income Statement, Store Management, Visual Arts, Merchandising, P&L Management, Recruiting, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Management, Leadership, Customer Service, Human Resources, Sales, Leadership Development, Analysis, Museums, Training, Project Management, Strategy, Coaching, Fundraising, Museum Collections, Event Planning, Event Management, P&L, Museum Education, Budgets, Nonprofits, Art History, Arts Administration, Volunteer Management, Art, Public Relations, Editing
Education
University of Washington 1983 — 1986
B.A., Film and Television
Mt. Hood Community College 1977 — 1979
A. A., Television Production Technology
Consultant: Better Branding March 2015 - Present
Bose Corporation 2005 - March 2015
Bose Corporation 1995 - 2004
The Musicland Group 1988 - 1995
Skills
Multi-unit, Customer Experience, Training, Retail, Store Management, Cross-functional Team..., Training Delivery, Sales Management, Product Marketing, Management, Sales, Sales Operations, Consumer Electronics
Education
Colorado Technical University 2001 — 2005
BSBA, Marketing, 3.875
College of DuPage March 1997 - Present
Sears, Roebuck and Co. April 1988 - August 1990
GTE Telecommunications October 1983 - April 1988
The Musicland Group May 1980 - July 1983
United States Steel June 1978 - April 1980
Skills
Higher Education, Public Speaking, Teaching, Program Development, Student Affairs, Leadership Development, E-Learning, Event Planning, Staff Development, Community Outreach, Resume Writing, Academic Advising, Student Development, Microsoft Office, Career Counseling, Coaching, Team Building, Career Development, Adult Education, Software Development, Curriculum Design, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Training, Curriculum Development, Instructional Design, Interviews, Student Counseling, Classroom, Organizational..., Student Engagement, Job Search Strategies, Conflict Resolution, Employee Training, Supervisory Skills, Career Assessment
Education
Benedictine University 1984 — 1987
MBA
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 1977 — 1978
BS Bus Admin, Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Northern Illinois University 1976 — 1976
general
College of DuPage 1974 — 1975
general
St. Olaf College 1974 — 1975
Glenbard South High School 1973 — 1974
Minnetonka High School 1971 — 1974
Big Lots February 2013 - Present
Lane Bryant May 2009 - July 2011
Lane Bryant August 2003 - April 2009
Talbots 2000 - 2003
Talbots 1999 - 2000
Barnes & Noble College Bookstores 1993 - 1999
The Musicland Group 1987 - 1992
Skills
Sales Analysis, Merchandising, Apparel, Assortment, Denim, Cross-functional Team..., Shoes, Retail, Fashion, Sourcing, Product Development, E-commerce, Global Sourcing
Education
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Management
Regis Corporation 1995 - 2015
Damark International 1994 - 1995
The Musicland Group 1989 - 1994
Target 1986 - 1989
Target 1984 - 1986
Skills
Supply Chain, Warehouse Management, Inventory Management, Logistics, Inventory Control, Process Improvement, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, CPFR, Operations Management, Income Statement, Retail, Forecasting, Six Sigma, Purchasing, Systems implementation, Vendor Management, Management, Lean Manufacturing, Budgets, Leadership, Business Process..., Customer Satisfaction, Transportation, Strategic Planning, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Coaching, Continuous Improvement, 3PL, Distribution Center..., Business Strategy, P&L Management, Supply Chain..., Sales, Team Building, Pricing, Logistics Management, Merchandising, Team Leadership, P, Interpersonal..., Problem Solving, Teaching, P&L, Operational Excellence, Change Management, Project Management
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology - Sloan School of Management
Supply Chain Network Design
The University of North Dakota
BSIE, Industrial Engineering
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management
MBA, Labor and Industrial Relations Concentration
Villanova University
Master Black Belt Lean Six Sigma
CenterPoint Energy December 2011 - Present
Americ Direct January 2007 - August 2011
The Musicland Group May 1988 - May 2006
Skills
Leadership, Process Improvement, Project Management, Customer Service, Manufacturing, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Control, Strategic Planning, Operations Management, EDI
Education
St. Catherine University 2005 — 2009
MAOL, Organizational Leadership -Concentration Strategic Managment
St. Catherine University 1998 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Normandale Community College 1995 — 1998
2 year, Associate of Arts
Hopkins High School 1982 — 1985
Hamline University
CSCP APICS Accreditation, APICS CSCP accreditation
Xcel Energy October 2002 - Present
Xcel Energy August 2001 - October 2002
Xcel Energy September 1998 - August 2001
Roth Graham Direct Marketing December 1994 - September 1998
The Musicland Group May 1994 - November 1994
Baxter Advertising January 1991 - January 1993
Skills
Product Management, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Demand-side Management, Program Management, Product Development, Hispanic Market, Advertising Management, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Project Management, Sales, Strategy, Management, Leadership, Budgets, CRM, Demand Response, Marketing Strategy
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1980 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater
WellSystems May 2014 - Present
SunGard Financial Systems August 2000 - April 2014
Cigna HealthCare June 1998 - August 2000
Office of the Governor, State of Texas September 1996 - May 1998
The Musicland Group June 1989 - June 1994
Skills
SharePoint, Employee Benefits, MS Project, Business Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Human Resources, Visio, Training, Management, Software Project..., Access, .NET, Microsoft SQL Server
Education
University of Houston 2003 — 2005
M.B.A., Human Resources
The University of Texas at Austin 1994 — 1998
B.B.A., Marketing, Radio/Television/Film
IBC Bank February 2014 - Present
JMN Properties May 2007 - Present
JPMorgan Chase November 2008 - February 2013
IBC Bank January 2001 - September 2008
IBC Bank August 2007 - July 2008
The musicland Group April 1994 - December 2000
Skills
Cross Selling, Sales, Branch Management, Relationship Management, Branch Banking, Private Banking, Small Business Lending, Deposits
Education
The University of Texas at San Antonio 2001 — 2004
BBA, Marketing
Connexions Loyalty 2010 - 2014
Technology Project Group August 2010 - October 2010
JPerzel & Associates January 2010 - April 2010
Design Renovations, Inc. May 2008 - April 2010
Merrill Corporation 1997 - 2008
Grand Metropolitan, Inc. June 1996 - September 1997
Alternative Resourses Company February 1996 - June 1996
The Musicland Group January 1991 - January 1996
Broadway & Seymour April 1988 - December 1990
Little Bit O’Country May 1987 - March 1988
Skills
Analysis, Databases, Strategic Planning, Access, SDLC, Program Management, Software Documentation, Project Management, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word
Education
Metropolitan State University 1990 — 1992
Bachelor Degree, Business Management
North Dakota State School of Science 1974 — 1976
Associate of Science, Commputer Programming
Express Scripts July 2012 - Present
Viterra November 2010 - June 2012
Boston Scientific December 2009 - January 2011
Andersen Windows 2005 - 2009
Renewal by Andersen 2005 - 2009
The Musicland Group 2004 - 2005
IKEA January 2004 - October 2004
Best Buy 2001 - 2003
Skills
Management, Process Improvement, Leadership, Project Management, Business Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Training, Strategy, Analysis, Program Management, SDLC, Team Building, ERP, Change Management, Budgets, Supply Chain, Business Process..., Vendor Management, Strategic Planning, Access
Education
St. Cloud State University - Herberger Business School 1996 — 2001
Business Mangement; Economics, Operations
Melrose
PMP
Divaris Real Estate September 2015 - Present
Karp Business Advisors LLC 2013 - September 2015
Best Buy 2009 - 2013
Best Buy February 2001 - March 2009
The Musicland Group March 1994 - February 2001
The Musicland Group March 1985 - March 1994
The Musicland Group March 1983 - March 1985
The Musicland Group December 1979 - March 1983
General Mills August 1973 - December 1979
Skills
Retail, Property Management, Leases, Real Estate Transactions, Real Estate, Negotiation, Lease Administration, Team Leadership, Shopping Centers, Location Intelligence, Market Analysis, Real Estate Development, Budgets, Due Diligence, Strategy, Landlords, Commercial Real Estate, Finance, Mergers & Acquisitions, Start-ups, Portfolio Management, Management, Entrepreneurship, Leadership, Sales, Investments, Team Building, Asset Management, Contract Negotiation, Nonprofit Consulting
Education
University of St. Thomas
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General
Hamline University
BS Economics, Business/Managerial Economics
Coca-Cola March 2015 - Present
Coca-Cola May 2013 - March 2015
Coca-Cola January 2011 - April 2013
Radian Group July 2009 - January 2011
Warner Home Video October 2006 - March 2009
Best Buy October 2006 - March 2009
Procter & Gamble March 2006 - October 2006
The Musicland Group September 2002 - January 2006
Old Navy 1998 - 2001
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Management, Product Development, Retail, Pricing, Competitive Analysis, Strategy, Analytics, Assortment, Vendor Management, Data Analysis, Business Strategy, Pricing Strategy, Business Development, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Business Analysis, Categorization, Merchandising, Market Analysis, Consumer Products, Market Research, FMCG, Customer Insight, Sales, Segmentation, Analysis, Business Planning, Marketing Research, Retail Category..., Grocery, Brand Development, New Business Development, JDA, Business Intelligence, Integrated Marketing, Consumer Behaviour, Management Consulting, Forecasting, Brand Management, P&L Management, Market Planning, Shopper Marketing, Marketing Strategy
Education
University of Wisconsin 2011 — 2016
Business Management
Brown College 1997 — 1999
Communication Studies
Aberdeen Central High School 1994 — 1997
Winmark Corporation October 2007 - Present
The Musicland Group August 1986 - August 2006
Skills
Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Retail, Income Statement, District, Store Operations, Store Management, Forecasting, Inventory Control, Visual Merchandising, Big Box, District Management, Team Building, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Multi-unit, Retail Sales, Driving Results, Customer Service, Leadership, Asset Protection, P&L Management, Planograms, Sales, Profit, Shrinkage, P&L, Operations Management, Process Scheduler, Cross-functional Team..., Hiring, Performance Management, Multi-Unit Management, Employee Training, Business Operations, Team Leadership, New Store Openings, Coaching, New Store Development, Payroll, People Development, Budgets, Training, Multi-Unit
Education
University of Minnesota Duluth 1982 — 1986
B.A., Business Admin
USPS September 2001 - Present
The Musicland Group 2000 - 2001
Skills
SAP HR, ABAP, SQL, CICS, SAP, ERP, Requirements Analysis, SAP R/3, SAP ERP, SAP Netweaver
Education
Hennepin Technical College 1997 — 1999
Computer Programming
Enterprise Rent-A-Car November 2003 - Present
Anchor Blue Retail Group 2002 - 2003
The Musicland Group 1984 - 2002
Skills
Loss Prevention, Team Building, Store Management, Retail, Big Box, Asset Protection, Security Management, Profit, Employee Relations, Leadership, Shrinkage, Operations Management, Inventory Control, Training, Interviews, Management, Internal Investigations, Inventory Management, Physical Security, Private Investigations, Multi-unit, Sales Operations, Background Checks, CCTV, Driving Results, Organized Retail Crime, Investigation, Interrogation, Wicklander-Zulawski..., Surveillance, Interrogation Techniques, Fraud, Hiring, Enforcement
Education
Pasadena City College 1975 — 1980
Criminal Justice
McKesson Medical Surgical April 2011 - Present
McKesson Provider Technologies October 2009 - March 2011
The Connection March 2002 - November 2008
Qwest Communications March 2001 - October 2001
ClickShip Direct April 2000 - February 2001
The Musicland Group February 1995 - January 2000
Cray Research October 1988 - December 1994
Skills
Software Development, Web Services, Oracle, Databases, Integration, Java Enterprise Edition, Spring Framework, HTML, JavaScript, Java, Hibernate, Freemarker, React, CSS, Eclipse, Tomcat 5, Agile Methodologies
Education
Cardinal Stritch University 2005 — 2007
Masters, Management
Lakeland College 1992 — 1994
Bachelor, Computer Science
Northwestern Electronics Institute 1986 — 1988
Associates, Electronics
US Bank February 2010 - February 2014
Accenture at Best Buy Co. Inc January 2004 - May 2010
Accenture January 2007 - October 2009
Accenture July 2004 - October 2009
Best Buy Co. Inc July 2004 - January 2007
Best Buy Inc January 2001 - January 2004
Accorde Imaging System January 2001 - January 2002
Musicland Retail Inc March 1995 - January 2001
The Musicland Group January 1995 - January 2001
The Musicland Group January 1990 - January 1995
Education
Accenture ADM Training
Brown Institute Computer
Minnesota State University, Moorhead 1971 — 1976
Psychology
Moorhead State College
Psychology
AVI Foodsystems January 2003 - Present
The Coca-Cola Company 1998 - 2003
The Musicland Group 1992 - 1997
Skills
Vending, Food Service, P&L, Food, P&L Management, Catering, Hiring, Food & Beverage, Sales Management, Food Safety, Operations Management, Team Building, Sanitation, Strategic Planning, Hospitality, Budgeting, Customer Service, Business Planning, Retail, Customer Relations, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Staff Training, Coaching, Cost Control, Scheduling, Process Scheduler, Multi-unit, Income Statement
Education
North Carolina State University 1990 — 1991
Business Administration and Management, General
Community College of the Air Force 1988 — 1990
Civil Engineering, Pavements & Grounds; Heavy Equipment
Tile By Design September 2014 - Present
Crown of Minnesota April 2001 - Present
Kids Quest November 2013 - September 2014
Tile By Design January 2007 - November 2013
Wilson' s Leather February 2006 - January 2007
The Musicland Group March 2004 - February 2006
Koch Industries April 1999 - January 2004
Koch Industries October 1995 - March 1999
Skills
Purchasing, Pricing, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Retail, Inside Sales, Outstanding Customer..., Problem Solving, Logistics, Customer Service, Sourcing, Sales, Forecasting, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Management
Education
Hamline University
Sibley High School
Five Below December 2011 - Present
Blockbuster Video September 2004 - December 2011
Guitar Center June 2000 - September 2004
The Musicland Group July 1993 - June 2000
Education
Rowan University 1990 — 1993
Psychology, 3.8
Middlesex County College 1988 — 1990
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Rowan College of New Jersey/Glassboro State College
Psychology Bachelors Degree
DICK'S Sporting Goods 2014 - Present
Dick's Sporting Goods 2010 - 2014
Barnes & Noble 2006 - 2010
Bed Bath & Beyond July 2000 - December 2006
The Musicland Group 1997 - 2000
Skills
Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Store Management, Training, Store Operations, Retail, Analytics, Vendor Management, E-commerce, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy, Forecasting, Merchandising, SDLC, Process Improvement, Business Intelligence..., Leadership, Project Management, Profit, Performance Management, Strategic Planning, Coaching, Sales, Inventory Control, Business Analysis, Social Media, Income Statement, P&L Management, Operations Management, Visual Merchandising, Management, Team Leadership, Sales Management, Competitive Analysis, Change Management, Customer Experience, Access, Web Analytics, Microsoft Office, Budgets, Data Analysis, Product Development, Data Warehousing, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Business Intelligence, Product Management
Education
Rider University
BS Commerce
Earthbound Trading Company March 2012 - Present
Earthbound Trading Company March 2009 - Present
Barnes & Noble October 2007 - February 2009
SSA Nashville Zoo March 2006 - October 2007
The Musicland Group August 1998 - March 2006
Skills
American Sign Language, Customer-focused Service, Communication Training, Training, Visual Merchandising, People Development, Inventory Control
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1999 — 2003
Communication, General
Sysco August 2013 - Present
Accenture Federal Services March 2013 - August 2013
Sysco May 2010 - December 2012
Sysco October 2005 - May 2010
Sysco May 2003 - October 2005
Sysco July 2001 - April 2003
Propellerheads, Inc September 1999 - March 2001
US Foods April 1999 - September 2000
Sysco November 1996 - April 1999
The Musicland Group October 1990 - May 1996
Skills
VBA, Microsoft SQL Server, SAP BW, SAP BI, Access, Microsoft Excel, Crystal Reports, BO Web Intelligence, Business Objects, Monarch Pro, Visual C#, BMC Remedy, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, HPQC, Rumba Scripting
Education
Rutgers Business School 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Archbishop Rummel High School August 2007 - Present
Archbishop Shaw High School November 2001 - May 2007
The Gap June 2000 - November 2001
The Musicland Group 1994 - 1999
Skills
Teaching Literature,..., Teaching development of..., Classical, Poetry, Literature, Teaching, Lesson Planning
Education
Louisiana State University
Bachelor's in History
University of New Orleans
Bachelor's and Master's Degree, Literature