The Plain Dealer
Industry: Newspaper
DescriptionThe Plain Dealer is the major daily newspaper of Cleveland, Ohio, United States. It has the largest circulation of any Ohio newspaper and was a top 20 newspaper for Sunday circulation in the United States as of March 2013. Circulation: 258,356 daily and 792,233 Sunday Headquarters: Plain Dealer Publishing Co; 4800 Tiedeman Road; Brooklyn, Ohio 44144; U.S First issue date: 1842 Format: Broadsheet Owner: Advance Publications People also search for: The Washington Post,
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The Plain Dealer Employees
The Desert Sun December 2012 - Present
USA TODAY December 2012 - Present
Los Angeles Times May 2012 - September 2012
The Plain Dealer May 2011 - September 2011
USA TODAY May 2010 - August 2011
The Daily Orange January 2008 - May 2011
The Daily Orange May 2009 - January 2011
Raindance Film Festival June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Journalism, Newspapers, Blogging, Social Media, Online Journalism, AP Style, Video, Publications, Sports, Breaking News, Editing, Storytelling
Education
Syracuse University
B.A., English & Textual Studies, Newspaper Journalism
The MITRE Corporation April 2015 - Present
Unisys February 2015 - April 2015
The Plain Dealer August 2013 - January 2015
IntelliNet Corporation January 2013 - August 2013
Robert Half Technology November 2011 - September 2012
Youth Opportunities Unlimited November 2011 - March 2012
Remington College 2010 - 2012
Metters Industries September 2011 - November 2011
Capstone Corporation August 2011 - September 2011
Perceptis January 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Troubleshooting, Windows 7, Desktop Support, Teamwork, Documentation, XP, Computer Hardware, VMware, Hardware, System Deployment, System Migration, Windows 8, Mac OS, iPhone, Android, Windows Server, Active Directory, Help Desk Support, Software Installation, Technical Support, Windows, Switches, Windows XP, Computer Repair, Networking, VPN
Education
Remington College 2010 — 2012
CNA, Computer Networking and Administration, 3.26
Remington College-Cleveland Campus 2010 — 2012
Associate Degree in Computers and Network Administration, Computers and Network Administration
Cleveland Plain Dealer March 1996 - Present
The Plain Dealer 1996 - Present
St. Paul Pioneer Press March 1989 - June 1995
The Milwaukee Journal August 1978 - August 1988
Minneapolis Tribune 1977 - 1978
Education
Marquette University
The MetroHealth Foundation December 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer June 2004 - December 2013
The Charlotte Observer April 1985 - June 2004
Skills
Breaking News, Non-profits, Headline Writing, Ap Style, Newspaper, Journalism, News Writing, Social Media, AP Style, Storytelling, Publications, Feature Articles, Editing, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers, Editorial, Computer-assisted..., Copy Editing, Nonprofits, Online Journalism, Politics, Press Releases, Web Content
Education
Kent State University
Master's degree, Journalism
Kent State University
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Caesars Entertainment Corporation October 2013 - May 2015
Caesars Entertainment Corporation March 2013 - October 2013
Caesars Entertainment Corporation February 2012 - March 2013
MetroHealth Medical Center August 2010 - February 2012
thunder::tech August 2008 - August 2010
Marcus Thomas LLC January 2008 - August 2008
Playhouse Square Foundation September 2007 - December 2007
The Plain Dealer June 2007 - August 2007
The Plain Dealer June 2006 - August 2006
McCarthy, Lebit, Crystal & Liffman June 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Media Relations, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Brand Communication, Brand Awareness, Creative Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Strategic Communications, Integrated Marketing, Crisis Communications, Marketing, Advertising, Project Management, Facebook, Press Releases, Strategy, Community Outreach, Market Research, Leadership, Internal Communications, Corporate Communications
Education
Miami University 2003 — 2007
Strategic Communication, Public Relations
The Plain Dealer June 1997 - June 2013
Moen Incorporated 1994 - 1995
Moen Incorporated 1992 - 1994
Moen Incorporated 1991 - 1992
Moen Incorporated 1986 - 1991
Skills
Active Directory, Help Desk Support, Troubleshooting, Networking, Technical Support, ShareFile, Information Technology, System Administration, Call Centers, Microsoft Exchange, Outlook, Telecommunications, Entrust, VPN, Wireless, Blackberry Enterprise..., Blackberry, iPhones, Microsoft Office, Computer Hardware, Hardware, Training, ITIL, Switches, Security, Accounting, Budgets, Project Planning, Operating Systems, Databases, Windows, Leadership, Access, Data Analysis, Business Analysis, Software Documentation, Programming, Invoicing, Auditing, Project Management, IT Operations, Team Leadership, System Deployment, PeopleSoft, Workday, Yellow Belt, Lean Six Sigma
Education
Lorain County Community College
Associates of Applied Business / Emphasis Microcomputers
Southview
Northeast Ohio Media Group June 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer May 2009 - June 2013
CBS Radio 2008 - 2009
Skills
Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Search Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Print Media Sales, Negotiation, Content Marketing, Mobile Advertising, Organic Search, White Papers, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Digital Media
Education
Spring Arbor University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mass Communication/Media Studies
The Plain Dealer 1977 - Present
The Plain Dealer April 1977 - July 2013
Skills
Newspapers, Headline Writing, Breaking News, Press Releases, Storytelling, AP Style, Editorial, Feature Articles, News Writing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Editing
Education
Michigan State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Michigan State University
Bachelor's degree, journalism, Journalism
Cleveland Clinic June 2014 - Present
The Plain Dealer March 2010 - June 2014
Cleveland Clinic February 2013 - April 2013
Welcome Nursing Home September 2012 - November 2012
Quebecor World 1997 - 2009
Skills
Physical Therapy, Orthopedic..., Healthcare, Teaching, Clinical Research, Newspapers, Editing, Direct Mail, Tutoring, Creative Writing, Offset Printing, Renaissance, Music Appreciation, Musculoskeletal Injuries, Manual Therapy, Corrective Exercise, Microsoft Office, Guitarist, Lutenist, Rehabilitation, Treatment
Education
Lorain County Community College 2009 — 2013
Associate of Science (A.S.), Physical Therapy Technician/Assistant
St. Thomas Aquinas High School
Crain's Cleveland Business March 2014 - Present
Northeast Ohio Media Group August 2013 - February 2014
The Plain Dealer January 2008 - August 2013
The Plain Dealer Publishing Co October 2001 - August 2013
The Plain Dealer June 1999 - December 2007
Skills
HTML, Social Media, SEO, Online Journalism, Editing, Editorial, Freelance Writing, Breaking News, Video, Community Engagement, Video Games, Digital Media, Comment Moderation, MovableType, Audacity, Storify, Microsoft Excel, Photo Galleries, Press Releases
Education
The Ohio State University 1994 — 1998
B.A., History
The Plain Dealer 1990 - Present
The News-Herald November 1986 - April 1990
Chillicothe Gazette 1984 - 1986
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Breaking News, News Writing, Headline Writing, Journalism, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Online Journalism, Copy Editing, Investigative Reporting, Editorial, Magazines, Blogging, Publications, Newspaper
Education
Ohio University 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Nesco Resource May 2013 - Present
Nesco Resource August 2012 - May 2013
The Plain Dealer January 2007 - August 2012
Skills
Recruiting, Staffing Services, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Management, Contract Recruitment, Resume Writing, Internet Recruiting, Screening, Temporary Staffing, Temporary Placement, Permanent Placement, Talent Acquisition, Technical Recruiting, Sourcing
Education
The Ohio State University
Charles River Laboratories January 2014 - March 2015
Murray Hill Broadcasting July 2013 - December 2013
CBS Radio May 2011 - August 2011
NPR January 2011 - May 2011
Ohio Public Radio September 2010 - November 2010
Bowling Green State University 2009 - 2010
The Plain Dealer February 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Broadcast, Blogging, News Writing, Public Speaking, Editing, Music, Creative Writing, Journalism, Public Relations, Press Releases, Newspapers, Photography, Sound Editing, Market Research, Quantitative Research, Research, Marketing Communications, File Archiving
Education
Kent State University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Communication and Media Studies
Kent State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
self-employed October 2009 - Present
Detroit Jewish News February 2005 - March 2007
The Plain Dealer January 1980 - June 2001
Skills
Art, BLOGGING, SOCIAL MEDIA, BRAND PROMOTION, PRODUCT REVIEWS, HUMOROUS WRITING, WRITING, PROMOTION, Blogging, Copywriting, Book Reviews, Reviews, Social Media, Advertising, Editing, Newsletters, Magazines, Writing, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Pets, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Editorial, Publications, Dogs, CATS, Photography, Marketing Communications, Facebook, Press Releases, Journalism, Media Relations, Storytelling, Blogger, Newspaper, Freelance Writing, Social Networking, Wordpress, Books, Publicity, Ghostwriting, Web Content, New Media, Feature Articles, Content Development, Non-fiction, Interviews
Education
Kent State University 1973 — 1978
BA, Rhetoric & Communications
Beachwood High 1969 — 1973
Don Joseph Toyota July 2012 - Present
The Plain Dealer 1991 - 2011
ITT Continental January 1988 - January 1991
Nickles Bakery January 1973 - January 1988
Skills
Sales and Marketing..., Team Leadership, Customer Employee..., Strategic Planning, New Business Development, Account Development and..., Performance..., Persuasion, Decision Influencing, Negotiation/Closing..., Creating New Streams of..., Business/Operations..., Staff Development, Training, Team Building, Coaching, Mentoring, Communication, Presentation, Business Development, CRM, Customer Retention, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Sales Management, Social Media
Education
The University of Akron 2011 — 2011
Certification, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
The University of Akron 2011 — 2011
Kent State University 1971 — 1972
University of Cincinnati 1970 — 1971
Business
The Plain Dealer August 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer November 2008 - August 2013
The Plain Dealer 1996 - November 2008
The Plain Dealer October 1987 - 1996
The Cincinnati Post July 1983 - October 1986
Skills
Editing, Proofreading, Blogging, Newsletters, Copywriting, Newspaper, Journalism, Social Media, Storytelling, Feature Articles, News Writing, Web Content, Editorial, Copy Editing, Publication Project..., AP Style, Ap Style, Publishing, Layout, Online Journalism, Breaking News, Magazines, Newspapers, Publications, Headline Writing, Multimedia, Press Releases, Digital Photography, Politics, SEO, New Media, Investigative Reporting, Digital Media
Education
Mount Holyoke College
BA, English
Wright State University February 2012 - Present
University of Dayton School of Law August 2009 - February 2012
Kettering Foundation November 2006 - August 2009
Yellow Springs News September 1998 - June 2006
Dayton Voice/Impact Weekly 1998 - 1999
Cincinnati Enquirer 1998 - 1999
The Plain Dealer May 1998 - August 1998
Cleveland Free Times 1997 - 1998
Skills
Writing, Editing, Proofreading, Social Media Outreach, Website Management, Web Content Management, Email Marketing, E-newsletters, Publications, Print Production..., Project Execution, Photography, Ap Style, Newsletters
Education
University of Dayton 2011 — 2014
Master of Arts (MA), Communications
Miami University 1991 — 1995
BA, Journalism/English
Fahlgren Mortine January 2014 - Present
Fahlgren Mortine March 2012 - January 2014
Central Ohio PRSA January 2011 - March 2012
Moody Nolan, Inc. November 2010 - February 2012
Fahlgren Mortine Public Relations June 2010 - August 2010
Ohio University December 2009 - January 2010
The Post 2008 - 2010
SBC Advertising June 2009 - August 2009
The Plain Dealer June 2008 - August 2008
The Columbus Symphony December 2007 - January 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, InDesign, Proposal Writing, Media Relations, Social Media, Editing
Education
Ohio University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science in Journalism; minor in political science, Public Relations, Political Science, Media Sales
The Associated Press January 2013 - Present
Hearst Newspapers February 2012 - May 2012
The Plain Dealer June 2011 - February 2012
The Columbus Dispatch September 2010 - December 2010
Skills
AP Style, Editing, Copy Editing, InDesign, Journalism, Ap Style, Storytelling, Breaking News, Headline Writing, Investigative Reporting, Online Journalism, News Writing, Feature Articles, Publications, Web Content
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2012 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), Public Affairs Reporting
Kent State University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
Spirit of Jefferson March 2012 - Present
Panhandle magazine December 2010 - February 2012
The State Journal January 2002 - December 2010
The Winchester Star 2007 - 2009
The Journal, Martinsburg, W.Va. 1998 - 2000
The Plain Dealer December 1995 - December 1996
News & Record 1994 - 1995
The Charleston Gazette 1989 - 1993
Skills
Healthcare, Fitness, Homeschooling, Childhood Obesity, Storytelling, Publications, Magazines, Facebook, Feature Articles, Freelance Writing, Ap Style, Copy Editing, News Writing, AP Style, Editing, Blogging, Social Media, Public Relations, Social Networking, Newsletters, Breaking News, Journalism, Newspapers, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Press Releases
Education
Marshall University 1985 — 1990
bachelor, journalism
Marshall University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, Journalism, history
The Plain Dealer June 1985 - Present
Elyria Chronicle-Telegram May 1984 - June 1985
The Ohio State University September 1979 - June 1984
Dayton Journal-Herald April 1980 - September 1982
The Bradenton Herald November 1979 - April 1980
Caldwell Ohio Exempted Village Schools (high school) August 1976 - June 1978
Skills
Newspaper Design, Web Content, Photography, Digital Photography, Photojournalism, Editing, Breaking News, Microsoft Word, Online News, Web photo galleries, University Teaching, College Teaching, Photoshop, Music Production, Logic Pro, Final Cut Express, Dreamweaver, Newspaper, News Writing, Headline Writing, Copy Editing, Teaching, Composition, Web Design, Website Development, Event Photography, Music, Music Videos, Desktop Publishing, Photos, Literature, Storify, Document Cloud, Live Chat, Organizing breaking..., Live blogging, Web content aggregation, Music composition, MIDI keyboard, Guitar direct to..., Image Editing, Video, Newspapers
Education
The Ohio State University 1971 — 1984
B.A., B.S., M.A., M.A., Journalism, education, English
The Ohio State University
george rodrigue
Chagrin Valley Publishing- Chagrin Valley Times/Solon Times/Geauga Courier March 2014 - Present
independent media consultant August 2013 - Present
Plain Dealer Newspaper July 1999 - July 2013
The Plain Dealer July 1999 - July 2013
Tribune Chronicle 1995 - 1999
Skills
Headline Writing, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Storytelling, Newspaper, Ap Style, AP Style, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Editorial, Blogging, Press Releases, News Writing, Journalism, Editing, Publishing, Magazines, Layout, Publications, Web Content, Investigative Reporting, Newspaper Design, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Multimedia, Newsletters, Content Development, Content Strategy, Copywriting, Content Management, Publicity, Crisis Communications, Creative Writing
Education
Northwestern University
Master of Science, Journalism
Shaker Heights High
The Ohio State University
bachelor of arts, public relations/newspaper writing/broadcast
American City Business Journals September 2012 - Present
Kent State University January 2010 - May 2013
The Washington Post September 2010 - September 2012
The Washington Post September 2008 - September 2010
The Washington Post May 2005 - September 2008
University of Maryland January 2007 - May 2008
The Plain Dealer February 2003 - May 2005
Detroit Free Press October 2002 - January 2003
The Plain Dealer September 1999 - September 2002
Akron Beacon Journal/Ohio.com January 1998 - September 1999
Skills
Newsprint, Newsroom, Newspaper Design, Designing, Newsgathering, News, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Networking, Time Management, Art Direction, Magazines, Creative Direction, Headline Writing, Journalism, AP Style, Storytelling, Newspapers, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Publishing, Web Content, Editing, Layout, InCopy, Content Management, Photojournalism, Information Graphics, Digital Media, Web Content Management, Digital Journalism, Content Development, Photography, Online Publishing, CMS, Publications, Editorial, Content Strategy, Social Media, Social Networking
Education
Kent State University 1998 — 2002
Newspaper Journalism, Journalism
Brafton Inc. August 2011 - Present
QB3 February 2011 - May 2011
The Plain Dealer May 2010 - August 2010
Children's Hospital Boston October 2009 - April 2010
California Institute for Regenerative Medicine June 2009 - September 2009
Stanford University News Service April 2009 - June 2009
SETI Institute January 2009 - March 2009
Monterey County Herald September 2008 - December 2008
Skills
Journalism, Public Affairs, Editing, Press Releases, Blogging, Newsletters, Copy Editing, Research, Facebook, Podcasting, Video Production, Video Editing, Ghostwriting
Education
University of California, Santa Cruz 2008 — 2009
Graduate certificate, Science communication
San Francisco State University 2002 — 2006
BS, Biology, concentration in Physiology
Bradenton Herald May 2014 - Present
Honors Tutorial College at Ohio University August 2013 - May 2014
McClatchy Newspapers May 2013 - August 2013
The New Political May 2011 - May 2013
Thread Magazine September 2010 - May 2013
The Plain Dealer August 2012 - December 2012
CQ Press June 2012 - August 2012
ImPRessions January 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Social Media, InDesign, Final Cut Pro, Photoshop, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Research, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Apple ibooks, Reporting & Analysis, Writing, Video, Journalism
Education
Ohio University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Journalism
The Plain Dealer October 1989 - Present
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
The Plain Dealer October 1995 - August 2013
Cleveland State University December 2008 - July 2013
Advanstar Communications September 1994 - October 1995
The Chronicle-Telegram September 1992 - September 1994
The St. Petersburg Times August 1989 - September 1992
The Daily Dispatch and Argus September 1987 - August 1989
Gelco Corp. July 1985 - September 1987
The Globe Democrat May 1985 - July 1985
The Daily Dispatch September 1983 - May 1985
The Effingham Daily News September 1981 - September 1983
Skills
Writing, Editing, Organization, Newspapers, News Writing, Staff Management, AP Style, SEO, Web Content, Journalism, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Storytelling, Newspaper, Social Media, Feature Articles, Crisis Communications, New Media, Publications, Press Releases, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Multimedia, Headline Writing, Copy Editing, Blogging, Proofreading, Editorial, Creative Writing, Media Relations, Email Marketing, Newspaper Design, Research, Copywriting, Public Speaking, Advertising, Computer-assisted..., Marketing Communications, Magazines, Publishing, Online Journalism, Business Journalism, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Marketing, Publicity, Breaking News
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1977 — 1981
Bachelor's degree, Journalism. Political Science minor
Baxter International Inc. May 2013 - Present
Baxter Healthcare March 2008 - April 2013
The Plain Dealer February 2007 - March 2008
Education
Ohio University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Specialized Studies, Promotions Management
Orange High School 1998 — 2002
Ohio State Medical Association December 2012 - Present
Living Beyond Autism April 2011 - Present
Ohio Wesleyan University 2013 - 2014
The Plain Dealer November 2004 - November 2012
Autism Speaks, Columbus Chapter April 2008 - October 2009
The Baltimore Sun October 2002 - October 2004
Akron Beacon Journal 1998 - 2002
Democrat and Chronicle 1994 - 1998
Skills
Newspaper, Editing, Public Relations, Speech Writing, Community Outreach, Organizational..., Communication, Website Development, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Broadcast Journalism, Networking, Staff Mentor, Media Relations, News Writing, Web Content, Newspapers, Newsletters, Storytelling, Journalism, Public Speaking, Radio, Community Development, Breaking News, Press Releases, Copy Editing, AP Style, Blogging
Education
Ohio University
Master's Degree, Organizational Communication
Ohio Wesleyan University
Bachelor's Degree, Journalism
The Plain Dealer June 1982 - Present
Skills
Journalism, Newspapers, Editing, Copy Editing, News Writing, Storytelling, Editorial, Blogging, Social Media, Feature Articles
Education
The Ohio State University 1978 — 1982
Journalism degree, Journalism, 3.2 GPA
Flexjet May 2015 - Present
Bobbi Brown Cosmetics September 2013 - Present
Cobalt Group, Inc. February 2014 - May 2015
Patch.com October 2010 - August 2013
Susan Patton Consulting December 2008 - October 2010
Kent State University September 2009 - June 2010
The Plain Dealer April 2000 - December 2008
Mary Kay Inc. 2002 - 2006
Skills
Web Content, Social Media, Editing, Newspapers, SEO, Online Journalism, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, News Writing, New Media, Public Relations, Blogging, Storytelling, Strategic Communications, Web Analytics, Website Development, Digital Journalism, Customer Service, Journalism, Copy Editing, Web Site Editing, Team Management, University Teaching, Newsletters, Publications, Press Releases, AP Style
Education
Temple University
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
Temple University
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
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
The University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio February 2014 - Present
DigitalSherpa August 2013 - January 2014
DigitalSherpa October 2012 - August 2013
SocialTract December 2010 - September 2012
The Plain Dealer August 1998 - June 2010
Skills
Blogging, Editorial, Publishing, Web Content, Editing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Social Media, SEO, Newspapers, Journalism, Content Strategy, Copywriting, AP Style, Online Publishing, Content Marketing, Publications, Media Relations, Content Management, Social Media Marketing, Newspaper, Corporate Communications, WordPress, Breaking News, Proofreading, Content Development, Headline Writing, Email Marketing, Marketing, Social Networking, Small Talk
Education
The Ohio State University
BA, journalism and political science
CarMax September 2014 - Present
Weight Watchers January 2012 - October 2014
Weight Watchers June 2007 - August 2014
Bally Total Fitness September 1997 - December 2000
Institute for the Certification of Computing Professionals May 1996 - September 1997
The Plain Dealer 1992 - 1996
Skills
Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Nutrition, Wellness, Fitness, Coaching, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Social Media, Wellness Coaching, Leadership, Team Building, Microsoft CRM, CRM, HTML, Management
Education
The Ohio State University
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
City of McKinney October 2010 - Present
Dell Presidential Advisory Board December 2012 - December 2014
City of Colorado Springs July 2009 - October 2010
BB&T August 2007 - November 2009
ITT Tech October 2005 - August 2007
City of Henderson September 2001 - August 2007
Leadership Acadamy 2003 - 2003
First National Bank of Marin 1998 - 2000
Plain Delaer 1997 - 1999
The Plain Dealer 1995 - 1997
Skills
Strategic Leadership, Turnaround Management, Infrastructure and IT..., Mobile Product..., IT Transformation, IT Cost Optimization, IT Performance..., IT Service Delivery, Service Improvement..., Service Transformation, Infrastructure..., Managing IT..., Strategic IT Management, Infrastructure, Information Technology, Technical Leadership, ITIL, Turn Around Management, Team Building, Strategy, Disaster Recovery, Enterprise Software, Networking, Professional Services, Network Security, Program Management, Project Portfolio..., PCI DSS, Integration, Leadership, Business Intelligence, Business Process, IT Strategy, Enterprise Architecture, Security, Information Security, Service Delivery, Business Continuity, Data Center, IT Management, Governance, Information Security..., Computer Security, Management, CISSP, IT Operations, IT Service Management, System Administration, Training, Microsoft Technologies
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2015 — 2016
Certificate, Data Sciences
Capella University 2002 — 2007
MS, Information Security
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 1990 — 1993
B.S., I/O Psychology
Lakeland Community College 1989 — 1990
General Studies, General Studies
Lake Catholic 1986 — 1989
High school
ITT
The Arizona Republic azcentral.com 12 News 2013 - Present
The Arizona Republic 2005 - 2012
The Plain Dealer 2000 - 2005
The Times-Picayune July 1998 - September 2000
The Cincinnati Enquirer 1992 - 1998
Skills
Newspapers, AP Style, Breaking News, Storytelling, Editing, Journalism, News Writing, Publishing, Newspaper, Headline Writing, Copy Editing, Online Journalism, Strategic Planning, Magazines, Press Releases, Newspaper Design, Media Relations, Content Development, Management, Project Management, Feature Articles, Web Content, Editorial, Blogging, Political Reporting, Web Editing, Team Leadership, Fact-checking, Investigative Reporting, Publications, Business Journalism, Computer-assisted..., Online News, Digital Journalism, InCopy, Pagination, Proofreading, Associated Press style, New Media, Broadcast Journalism, Newsletters, Travel Writing, Social Media
Education
Kent State University 1988 — 1992
B.S., Journalism
Clare Boothe Luce Policy Institute May 2015 - Present
Ohio Republican Party August 2014 - November 2014
Nantucket Historical Association May 2014 - August 2014
Artists Association of Nantucket May 2014 - August 2014
Stephanie's Nantucket June 2009 - August 2013
The Plain Dealer 2012 - 2012
Skills
Event Planning, Social Networking, Investigative Reporting, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Spanish, Social Media, Video Editing, Proofreading, Newspapers, Opinion Writing
Education
Ohio University 2012 — 2016
E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, Senior
Universidad Antonio de Nebrija 2013 — 2013
Walsh Jesuit High School 2008 — 2012
Precision Dialogue Marketing November 2013 - Present
Virtual Net Design, LLC August 2009 - Present
indiCo July 2012 - November 2013
NACS Media Solutions January 2011 - June 2012
The Plain Dealer January 1998 - December 2008
Skills
Dreamweaver, InDesign, SEO, Web Design, Adobe Acrobat, WordPress, Creative Direction, Flash, Layout, Social Media, Photoshop, Illustrator, Website Development, Email Marketing, Advertising, CSS, Pre-press, Digital Media, User Experience, Content Management, Multimedia, Adobe Fireworks, XHTML, Logo Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Brand Development, Copywriting, Graphic Design, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Brochures, Web Analytics, Mac, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Corporate Branding, Web Development, HTML, Photography, JavaScript, Graphics, Copy Editing, Information Architecture, Online Advertising, Adobe Campaign, ExactTarget
Education
Polaris Career Center 2013 — 2014
Polaris 2009 — 2010
Certification
The University of Akron 1987 — 1992
B.A.
The University of Akron 1987 — 1992
B.A.
The Plain Dealer September 1979 - Present
Skills
Breaking News, Web Content, Interviews, New Media, Feature Articles
Education
Ohio University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Genesis10 January 2015 - Present
McDonnell and Associates May 2013 - Present
Genesis10 July 2013 - January 2015
Naruemontin Thonburi May 2012 - May 2013
C.E.I.P. Chancelas October 2010 - June 2011
La Fundación Megamedia January 2010 - March 2010
IR Services July 2009 - August 2009
Esperanza, Inc. June 2009 - July 2009
The Plain Dealer June 2007 - August 2008
Ohio University September 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Adobe Captivate, Web Design, Photoshop, Advertising, Social Media, Layout, InDesign, Illustrator, Spanish, Writing, Graphic Design, Editing, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Ohio University 2006 — 2010
BSJ, Journalism, Graphic Design, Spanish
Avon High School
Hodell-Natco Industries, Inc. December 2007 - Present
The Plain Dealer 1999 - 2006
Skills
Marketing Communications, Sales, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Research
Education
Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University 2001 — 2004
MBA, Marketing
Ohio University 1993 — 1997
BBA, Marketing
The Plain Dealer August 1998 - Present
Small Business News August 1992 - August 1998
The Gaston Gazette January 1989 - August 1992
The News-Messenger October 1987 - December 1988
Skills
Writing, Public Speaking, Project Management, Financial Literacy..., Editing, Personal Financial..., Business Writing, Data Analysis, Headline Writing, Journalism, Newspaper, Media Relations, Newspapers, AP Style, Storytelling, Online Journalism, Copy Editing, Investigative Reporting, News Writing, Public Relations, Computer-assisted..., Editorial, Web Content, Publications, Newspaper Design, Online News, Press Releases, Publishing, Business Journalism, Newsletters, Proofreading, New Media, Blogging, MovableType, Copywriting
Education
Kent State University
Bachelor's, Journalism
Garfield High School, Akron
Great Lakes Publishing January 2009 - Present
The Plain Dealer May 2007 - January 2009
Sun Newspapers 1983 - 2007
Skills
Advertising, Advertising Sales, Publishing, Contract Negotiations, Marketing Strategy, Editorial, Magazines, Media Relations, Social Media, Publications, Journalism, Online Marketing, Newspaper, Event Management, Public Speaking, Account Management, Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Integrated Marketing, Custom Publishing, Production, Strategy, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Sales, Contract Negotiation, Newspapers, Editing, Leadership, Budgets, Graphic Design, Email Marketing, Copywriting, Newsletters, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Sponsorship, Press Releases, Digital Media, Online Advertising, Blogging, Publicity, AP Style, Web Content, Content Development, Feature Articles, Content Strategy, New Media
Education
Kent State University 1981 — 1983
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), KSU School of Journalism
Kent State University
BS Advertising, Marketing, Advertising, Journalism
Cleveland Leadership Center July 2014 - Present
Cleveland Leadership Center February 2014 - Present
Bennett Strategic Communications LLC October 2012 - Present
CJN Foundation May 2009 - September 2012
Cleveland Jewish News July 2007 - September 2012
Bennett Consulting March 2007 - July 2007
Jewish Community Federation of Cleveland December 1997 - February 2007
The Plain Dealer December 1988 - November 1997
The Herald-Times October 1984 - November 1988
The Journal Gazette November 1979 - September 1984
Skills
Non-profits, Fundraising, Public Relations, Newsletters, Media Relations, Event Planning, Editing, Press Releases, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Publicity, Strategic Communications, Customer Service, Small Business, Nonprofits, Marketing, Journalism, Publications, Copy Editing, Management, Program Development, Marketing Communications, Blogging, Newspapers, Feature Articles, Strategy, Publishing, Social Networking, Content Development, Proofreading, News Writing, Copywriting, AP Style, Magazines, Editorial, Web Content Management, Email Marketing, Web Content, Social Media Marketing, Speech Writing, Advertising, Storytelling, Crisis Communications, Communication
Education
Northwestern University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
TheTravelMavens.com January 2007 - Present
Society of American Travel Writers Foundation 2004 - Present
Society of American Travel Writers 1989 - Present
Plain Dealer Publishing Company 1967 - 2007
The Plain Dealer July 1967 - December 2006
Skills
Golf, Media Relations, Journalism, Newspaper, Blogging, Press Releases, Travel Writing, Magazines, Editorial, Publications, Editing, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Public Relations, Feature Articles, Copywriting, Publicity, Corporate Communications, Publishing, Social Media, News Writing, Newsletters, Crisis Communications, Newspapers, Freelance Writing, Strategic Communications, AP Style, Proofreading, Internal Communications, Creative Writing, Books, Web Content, Facebook, Speech Writing, New Media, Content Strategy, Content Development, Writing
Education
Miami University 1963 — 1967
BS, Economics
Mercersburg Academy 1961 — 1963
Content4Demand April 2011 - Present
G3 Communications April 2011 - Present
The Plain Dealer September 2008 - April 2011
Cleveland Browns July 2003 - June 2008
Ohio State University Athletics February 2002 - June 2003
Skills
Content Marketing, Marketing Automation, Lead Generation, Copywriting, Content Strategy, B2B, Strategy, B2B Marketing, Content Development, Media Relations, Marketing
Education
The Ohio State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts, Communication
Outdoor Army Navy Store Ashtabula 1982 - Present
Clark's Gas mart October 1980 - March 1981
The Plain Dealer September 1967 - January 1973
Skills
Apparel, Inventory Management, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Event Planning, Customer Service, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Purchasing, Advertising
Education
Kent State University 1977 — 1981
Psychology
The Plain Dealer 2001 - Present
The Plain Dealer 1995 - 2001
The Plain Dealer 1988 - 1995
The Plain Dealer 1985 - 1988
The Plain Dealer 1980 - 1985
The Sun-Sentinel 1978 - 1980
Babcox Publications 1977 - 1978
Skills
Writing, Videography, Photography, Storytelling, News Writing, Newspapers, Editing, Magazines, Publications, Creative Writing, Video, Layout, Interviews, Film, Journalism, Copy Editing, AP Style, Editorial, Media Relations, Press Releases, Blogging, Breaking News, New Media, Investigative Reporting, Online Journalism, Proofreading, Headline Writing
Education
The Ohio State University 1969 — 1973
BA, Journalism
Case Western Reserve University June 2014 - Present
Case Western Reserve University November 2011 - June 2014
The Cleveland Foundation July 2006 - October 2011
The Plain Dealer July 1999 - October 2005
The Columbus Dispatch August 1996 - June 1999
Skills
Corporate Communications, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Copywriting, Crisis Communications, Public Relations, Newsletters, Strategic Communications, Journalism, AP Style, Community Development, Internal Communications, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Speech Writing, Fundraising, Editing
Education
Weatherhead School of Management at Case Western Reserve University
Master's Degree, Organizational Development and Change
Kent State University
Major: Journalism, Minor: English
Premier Travel Media November 2011 - Present
The Plain Dealer December 2006 - February 2011
Prime Hospitalty 2001 - 2004
Wyndham Hotels and Resorts 1994 - 2001
Skills
Public Relations, Email Marketing, Tourism, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Leisure, Sales, Social Media, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Advertising Sales, Direct Marketing, Event Management, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Trade Shows, SEO, Small Business, Hospitality, Media Relations, Online Advertising, Facebook
Education
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism
Ashland Times-Gazette November 2014 - Present
Yahoo February 2014 - November 2014
The Restored Church of God January 2013 - May 2014
Multiple Websites January 2009 - February 2014
The Plain Dealer October 2001 - January 2009
San Jose Mercury News May 2000 - October 2001
The Miami Herald February 1998 - April 2000
San Jose Mercury News November 1996 - January 1998
Contra Costa Times September 1995 - November 1996
San Jose Mercury News - Chips Quinn Scholar June 1996 - September 1996
Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Layout, Newspaper Design, Publishing, Magazines, Breaking News, Copywriting, Storytelling, Newsletters, Publications, QuarkXPress, Content Development, Press Releases, Fact-checking, Blogging, InDesign, Books, Photography, Online Publishing, Investigative Reporting, Magazine Articles, Content Management
Education
San Francisco State University 1992 — 1996
Contra Costa College 1987 — 1990
Journalism
Pinole Valley High School 1983 — 1987
The Plain Dealer January 2009 - Present
Skills
Online Advertising, Newspaper, Journalism, Advertising, Photoshop, Blogging, Media Relations, Marketing Communications, Digital Media, Newspapers, Video Production, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Email Marketing, Copy Editing, Advertising Sales, Magazines, SEM, Marketing Strategy, Media Planning, Publishing, Copywriting, SEO, Press Releases, Newsletters, Online Marketing, New Media, Direct Mail, Digital Marketing, Social Networking, Multimedia, Public Relations, Editorial, Publications, Digital Strategy, AP Style, Facebook, News Writing, Content Management
Education
Ohio University 1968 — 1972
BSJ
Cathedral Latin HS
self-employed writer, editor, project promoter July 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer April 1992 - July 2013
The St. Petersburg Times October 1982 - April 1992
Charleston Daily Mail April 1979 - October 1982
Skills
Headline Writing, Newspapers, AP Style, Copywriting, Breaking News, Proofreading, Fact-checking, Editing, Press Releases, Blogging, Nonprofits, Media Relations, Newsletters
Education
Northwestern University 1975 — 1979
BSJ, Journalism
Roeper School
Roeper School
Penn State University July 2007 - Present
Pittsburgh Post-Gazette 1995 - 2007
The Plain Dealer 1985 - 1995
Skills
Editing, University Teaching, Online Innovation, Journalism, Teaching, Final Cut Pro, Higher Education, Newspaper, Multimedia, Research, Ap Style, News Writing, Copy Editing, Social Media, Photojournalism, Blogging, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Photography, AP Style, Newspapers, Publications
Education
Northwestern University 1974 — 1979
BSJ, Newspaper writing and urban affairs
Phenomenal Woman Magazine February 2013 - Present
PREP-Oration Marketing, LLC March 2010 - Present
African American Lifestyle Magazine July 2010 - January 2013
The Plain Dealer June 2011 - July 2012
The Old Stone Education Center April 2009 - March 2010
The National CARES Mentoring Movement May 2009 - October 2009
Ohio Democratic Party 2008 - 2008
GlaxoSmithKline (GlaxoWellcome, Inc.) January 1996 - June 1997
Jones Day 1988 - 1992
Skills
Writing, Reporting, Advertising, Product Marketing, Public Relations, Mentoring, Life Coaching, Press Releases, Fundraising, Media Relations, Social Media Marketing, Public Speaking, Journalism, Editing, Creative Writing, Video, Email Marketing, Nonprofits, Marketing, Magazines, Marketing Strategy, Litigation, Photography, Event Planning, Blogging, Community Outreach, Marketing Communications, Copy Editing, Strategic Communications, Publicity, Storytelling, Event Management
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1986 — 1988
J.D., Law
The Catholic University of America 1979 — 1983
B.A., American Government and Politics (United States)
Valassis January 2015 - Present
Sally Beauty May 2012 - January 2015
Patch.com August 2011 - April 2012
The Plain Dealer January 2010 - May 2011
Prudential Florida WCI Realty August 2003 - January 2010
HospiceCare of Southeast Florida September 2006 - September 2007
Comcast Cable February 1995 - August 2003
Transworld Advertising Agency August 1991 - February 1995
Skills
Automotive Advertising, Digital Media, Marketing, Print Advertising, Account Management, Forecasting, New Business Development, Product Marketing, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Sales Operations, Negotiation, Leadership, Customer Service, Team Building, Public Speaking, Sales Management, Online Advertising, Competitive Analysis, Fundraising, Budgets, Email Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Digital Marketing, Consuer Products, Budgeting, Non-profit Marketing, Advertising, Business Development, Management, Online Marketing, Sales, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, CRM, Social Media Marketing, Salesforce.com, SEM, Direct Sales
Education
Kent State University 1986 — 1991
Bachelor’s Degree, Advertising and Marketing
Holy Name High School
Randstad USA June 2015 - August 2015
AutoNation August 2014 - June 2015
OHSAA 2008 - 2015
Sampson/Carnegie November 2013 - March 2014
Creative House Studios Inc. November 2013 - March 2014
Northeast Ohio Media Group August 2013 - October 2013
The Plain Dealer March 2013 - August 2013
Kaiser Permanente 2011 - December 2012
MT Business Technologies 2010 - 2011
Chick-fil-A-Franchise 2009 - 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Leadership, Social Media Marketing, CRM, Marketing, Management, Social Media, Sales Operations, Team Building, Recruiting, New Business Development, Sales, Coaching, Account Management, Training, Legal Research Skills, B2B, Event Planning, Trade Shows, Advertising, Fundraising, Public Relations, Market Research, Selling, Sales Process, Office Administration, Compensation & Benefits, Cold Calling, Salesforce.com, Social Networking, Customer Retention
Education
The American College 1991 — 2000
Fellowship
Ohio Paralegal Institute 1981 — 1983
Paralegal Dual Certification
North Royalton High School
Nazareth Academy
Incarnate Word Academy
St Albert the Great
COSE May 2015 - Present
Penton Media January 2012 - April 2015
Pro OnCall Technologies February 2011 - December 2011
Cavalier Telephone September 2007 - December 2010
The Plain Dealer September 2006 - August 2007
The Walt Disney Company 2002 - 2004
Skills
Telephony, Telephone Systems, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Salesforce.com, Solution Selling
Education
Kent State University 1998 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, English
The Plain Dealer January 1979 - Present
Peaches Records & Tapes January 1976 - October 1978
Skills
Copy Editing, Newspapers, Storytelling, Editing, News Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Digital Media, Personnel Management, New Media, Breaking News, Online Journalism, Publishing, Publications, Feature Articles
Education
Ohio University 1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Science (BSc), Radio and Television
The Wall Street Journal October 2011 - Present
Dow Jones August 2008 - October 2011
The Detroit News November 2007 - August 2008
The Detroit News October 2006 - November 2007
Booth Newspapers-Oakland (Mich.) Business Review September 2004 - September 2006
The Detroit News June 2004 - August 2004
The State News January 2001 - May 2004
St. Louis Post-Dispatch September 2003 - December 2003
The Plain Dealer May 2003 - August 2003
Crain's Detroit Business May 2002 - August 2002
Skills
Deadline Writing, Data Research, Financial Reporting, Business Writing, Microsoft Excel, PACER, Ap Style, Publications, Journalism, Computer-assisted..., Breaking News, Storytelling, News Writing, Web Content, Writing, Newsletters, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Headline Writing, Newspaper, Politics, Press Releases, Editing, New Media, Business News, Magazines, Editorial, Crisis Communications, Newspapers, Corporate Communications, Online Journalism, Business Journalism, Investigative Reporting, AP Style, Strategic Communications, Content Development, Fact-checking, Blogging, InCopy, Newspaper Design, Publishing, Speech Writing, Multimedia, Content Management, Publicity, Online News
Education
Michigan State University 1999 — 2004
Bachelor, journalism, economics
Grosse Pointe North High School 1995 — 1999
CNN March 2015 - Present
The Washington Post August 2013 - February 2015
The Washington Post June 2013 - August 2013
UC Berkeley Graduate School of Journalism August 2012 - May 2013
UCTV January 2012 - May 2013
The Plain Dealer June 2012 - August 2012
Oakland North August 2011 - May 2012
KGO-TV June 2011 - August 2011
KTVU June 2011 - August 2011
UCSB Associated Students Program Board May 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Social Media, Video, Facebook, Editing, News Writing, Journalism, Multimedia, Newspapers, Final Cut Pro, Video Editing, Mobile reporting, Video Production, Adobe Creative Suite, CSS, HTML 5, Microsoft Office, Spanish, Wordpress, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Avid, Avid Media Composer, Audio slideshows, Grass Valley, Health Reporting, iNews, Live Blogging, Mandarin, Multimedia Journalism, Photojournalism, Shooting Video, Soundslides, HD Camera Operation, Canon DSLR, After Effects, Lighting, Community Management, final cut, Final Cut X, Final Cut 7, Adobe Premiere, PluralEyes, Canon 5D, Canon 7D, Aggregation, Social video, Blogging
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2011 — 2013
Master's degree, Journalism
University of California, Santa Barbara 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Communication, Global Studies
Shanghai University of Finance and Economics 2010 — 2010
Chinese Language and Culture
University of Cambridge 2010 — 2010
Political Science, Psychology of Language (Pembroke College)
Valassis March 2012 - Present
Serious Skin Care Solutions March 2011 - Present
The Plain Dealer February 2005 - February 2012
The Akron Beacon Journal 2001 - 2004
Fort Worth Star-Telegram July 1999 - January 2001
The Dallas Morning News June 1991 - July 1999
Skills
Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, New Business Development, Account Management, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Mentoring, Leadership Development, Strategic Leadership, Successful Business..., Entrepreneurship, Entrepreneurship..., Social Entrepreneurship, Small Business, Management, Sales, Coaching, Direct Sales, Sales Operations, Social Networking, Cold Calling, Lead Generation, Selling, Time Management, Recruiting, Email Marketing, Customer Retention, Advertising Sales, Salesforce.com, Training, Advertising, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Leadership
Education
Texas A&M University 1986 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Political Science and Marketing
Stephen F. Austin State University 1983 — 1985
Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Forbes March 2015 - Present
Mashable September 2014 - March 2015
The Denver Post June 2014 - August 2014
Student Press Law Center January 2014 - April 2014
The Daily Kent Stater August 2011 - December 2013
The Columbus Dispatch April 2013 - August 2013
The Plain Dealer January 2013 - April 2013
Skills
Proofreading, AP Style, News Writing, Journalism, Web Content, Copy Editing, Social Media, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers, Blogging, Editing, Feature Articles, Grammar, Storytelling, Radio, Breaking News, Headline Writing, InDesign, Data Visualization, Magazines, Film, Digital Media, Web Content Management, Multimedia, Reporting
Education
Ohio University 2013 — 2013
Non-degree student, Journalism
Kent State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of science, News journalism
Great Lakes Publishing March 2012 - Present
Story of Your Life August 2011 - Present
TNT Publications April 2009 - March 2012
The Plain Dealer April 2007 - August 2008
Skills
Magazines, Social Media, Publications, Copy Editing, Graphic Design
Education
Kent State University 2004 — 2008
Information Design, Journalism
The Skin Care Center of Cleveland June 2014 - Present
Massage Envy January 2011 - June 2014
The Plain Dealer 1993 - July 2013
AJR Gifts May 2005 - 2011
Skills
Photography, Skin Care, Social Media, Retail, Public Speaking, Photoshop, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Newspaper, Customer Service, Advertising, Social Networking, Skin, Chemical Peels, Eyebrow, Newspapers, Cosmetics, Aesthetics, Beauty Industry
Education
Grace College of Cosmetology 2009 — 2010
Licensed, Esthetics (skin care)
Lakeland Community College 1982 — 1986
Associates, Graphic Art/ Photography
Euclid Senior High 1979 — 1981
High School Diploma, Commercial and Advertising Art
The Plain Dealer 1993 - 2013
Skills
Newspaper, Headline Writing, Storytelling, Journalism, Newspapers, News Writing, Editing, Publishing, Blogging, Business Journalism, Publications, Web Content, AP Style, New Media, Newspaper Design, Magazines, Copy Editing, Multimedia, Breaking News, InCopy, Investigative Reporting, Newsletters, Online Journalism, Press Releases, Feature Articles, Editorial, Copywriting, Photojournalism, Media Relations
Education
Syracuse University
EY December 2014 - Present
Ernst & Young April 2010 - December 2014
Global Client Solutions, LLC, a Realogy Company October 2007 - April 2010
Standard & Poor's February 2007 - October 2007
The Staubach Company January 2005 - January 2007
The Plain Dealer February 1999 - January 2005
The Tennessean 1996 - 1998
Skills
Leadership, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Real Estate, Nonprofits, Business Strategy, Due Diligence, Business Development, Strategic Planning, Management Consulting, Project Management, Social Media, Marketing, Business Process..., Public Speaking, Analysis, Public Relations
Education
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University 1992 — 1996
Journalism, Journalism/English
The Plain Dealer August 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer January 2000 - December 2005
The Charleston Gazette 1985 - 1990
Education
Ohio University 1973 — 1975
Bachelor, Journalism
USA Self Employed March 2008 - Present
Brand It Write January 2008 - Present
NAS Recruitment September 2012 - March 2014
Cool Networks LLC January 2008 - January 2011
CBC Magazine August 2006 - March 2008
Keller Williams Realty Greater Cleveland September 2004 - November 2006
Northern Ohio Live, Plain Dealer, Cleveland Magazine, Crain's December 1995 - September 2006
The Plain Dealer 2000 - 2004
TMP Worldwide 1997 - 1999
Colonial Homes Magazine 1990 - 1995
Skills
Copywriting, Blogging, Newsletters, Press Releases, Editing, Proofreading, Editorial, Magazines, Storytelling, Newspaper, Books, Public Relations, Marketing, Graphic Design, Copy Editing, Freelance Writing, Interviews, Publicity, Newspapers, Publications, Brochures
Education
Penn State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts
Lesic & Camper October 2006 - Present
The Plain Dealer 1983 - 2006
Education
Kent State University
Journalism News.
Hermes Sports & Events September 2010 - Present
The Plain Dealer August 1981 - September 2010
Skills
Advertising, Social Media, Sports, Sports Marketing, Sports Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management, Team Building, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Digital Media, Event Planning, Public Relations, Management, Account Management, Event Management, Online Marketing, Sales, Online Advertising, Advertising Sales, Fundraising, Marketing, Coaching, Facebook, Sponsorship, Retail, Media Relations, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Lead Generation, Email Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Public Speaking, Customer Service, New Business Development, Newsletters, B2B, Trade Shows, Media Planning, Direct Marketing, Cold Calling, Digital Marketing, Brand Development, Sponsorship Sales
Education
The College of Wooster 1977 — 1981
Bachelor, Communications
St. Edward High
Cleveland Institute of Art January 2000 - Present
The Plain Dealer 1998 - 2011
Angle Magazine January 2003 - January 2006
Skills
Art History, Books, Contemporary Art, Artists, Visual Arts, Art, Curating, Fine Art, Painting, Art Education, Printmaking, Museums, Illustration, Photography, Drawing, Oil Painting, InDesign, Sculpture, Mac, Art Exhibitions, Layout, Digital Photography, Art Direction, Portraits, Watercolor, Galleries, Acrylic Painting, Adobe Creative Suite, Publications, Public Art, Ceramic, Screen Printing, Graphic Design, Digital Illustration, Mixed Media, Illustrator, Exhibit Design, Fine Art Photography, Studio Art, Art Criticism, History of Art, Logo Design, Craft, Murals, Portrait Painting, Abstraction, Collage, Arts Administration, Digital Art, Acrylic
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1993 — 1994
Theory and Criticism, Graduate Program, Art History Department
Purdue University 1989 — 1991
M.A, Studio Art
Northern Illinois University 1982 — 1988
B.F.A., Studio Art
Nordson Corporation December 2014 - Present
Progressive Insurance February 2012 - November 2014
Cleveland Clinic June 2008 - February 2012
The Plain Dealer June 2007 - September 2007
Classic Media June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Feature Writing, Copy Editing, Video Production, Writing, Editing, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications
Education
Ohio University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science in Communication, Communication Management
Advance Finance Group February 2012 - Present
Lehighvalleylive.com July 2009 - Present
SILive.com 2008 - Present
NJ.com 2008 - Present
Advance Internet 2006 - Present
Advance.net 2006 - Present
The Star-Ledger 2000 - Present
cleveland.com 2008 - 2009
The Plain Dealer 2008 - 2008
Advance 2006 - 2008
Skills
Journalism, Blogging, SEO, Social Media Marketing, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Media
Education
University of Michigan - Stephen M. Ross School of Business 2012 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), boxes
Oberlin College 2000 — 2004
Bachelors, Environmental Science
Syracuse University January 2005 - Present
Law firms September 2000 - December 2004
The Plain Dealer May 1993 - July 1997
Education
Syracuse University
BA, Newspaper Journalism & Poli Sci
Syracuse University College of Law
JD
Office Net Central, LLC April 2010 - Present
Dee Perry Consulting January 2009 - Present
The Plain Dealer April 1991 - December 2008
WJMO/JAMMIN 92 RADIO 1989 - 1990
Revco Drug Store, Inc. 1987 - 1989
Tucker Wayne & Co. Advertising Agency 1986 - 1987
Skills
Conferences, Special Events, Event Planning, Advertising, Events, Project Planning, Event Management, Social Media, Marketing, Online Advertising, New Business Development, Budgets, Recruiting, Human Resources, Management, Sales, Entrepreneurship, Time Management, Social Media Marketing, Customer Service
Education
Ohio University 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Science, Communications
Ohio University 1974 — 1978
B.S. in Comm., Communications - English minor
Shaker Heights High School 1970 — 1974
diploma, High School Academics
Creative Circle Media Solutions (formerly Creative Circle Advertising Solutions) 2004 - Present
Creative Circle Media Consulting, Inc. 1984 - 2010
SND: Society for News Design 1977 - 2008
The Providence Journal 1987 - 2000
The Plain Dealer 1985 - 1987
Ogden Standard-Examiner 1983 - 1985
The Times-News in Twin Falls, Idaho 1981 - 1983
Chicago Tribune, Suburban Trib section 1979 - 1980
Northwestern University 1974 - 1978
Skills
Newspaper, Customer Service, Publishing, Editing, Coaching, Writing, New Media, Journalism, Print, Magazines, Graphic Design, Newspaper Design, Digital Media, Web Design, User Experience, Photography, Newspapers, Advertising, Editorial, Online Journalism, Media Analysis, Publications, Photoshop, Blogging, Copywriting, Print Production, Magazine, Magazine Design, Writing coaching, Book design, Workshops, Ad design, Advertising sales..., Media expert, Media trends, Citizen journalism, Media finances, Advertising design, Content, Making money on the web, User-contributed content, Outsourcing, SEO, E-commerce, Training, Custom software..., Management Consulting, Storytelling, Multimedia, Press Releases
Education
Northwestern University 1979 — 1980
MSJ
Northwestern University 1974 — 1978
BSJ
John Carroll University January 2015 - Present
The Plain Dealer February 1999 - Present
Summer on the Cuyahoga September 2013 - Present
UNITY: Journalists of Color January 2011 - December 2014
East-West Center November 2012 - December 2012
Asian American Journalists Association January 2007 - December 2011
Asian American Journalists Association August 1997 - August 2001
Sun-Sentinel, Fort Lauderdale, Fla. June 1995 - January 1999
Democrat & Chronicle/Times-Union, Rochester, N.Y. July 1991 - April 1995
USA TODAY January 1993 - May 1993
Skills
Retail, Law Firms, Journalism, Newspaper, Editing, Storytelling, Media Relations, Copy Editing, News Writing, Social Media, Feature Articles, Breaking News, Ap Style, Headline Writing, Consumer Behaviour, Diversity & Inclusion, Profiles, Newspapers, AP Style, Multimedia, Magazines, Editorial, Facebook, Web Content, Investigative Reporting, Publications, Online Journalism, Advertising, Press Releases, Business Journalism, New Media, Newsletters, Content Strategy, Publishing, Proofreading, InCopy, Fact-checking, Books, Content Development, Content Management, Digital Media, Publicity, Copywriting
Education
Northwestern University 1990 — 1991
MSJ, Reporting and Writing
University of Chicago 1986 — 1990
AB, English Language & Literature
Pittsford-Mendon High School 1983 — 1986
NYS Regents Diploma with Honors
Northeast Ohio Media Group August 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer October 2011 - August 2013
Society for News Design August 2010 - December 2012
Society for News Design April 2011 - October 2012
The Plain Dealer September 2007 - October 2011
San Jose Mercury News 2006 - 2007
The Charlotte Observer September 2001 - September 2005
Atlanta Journal-Constitution May 2001 - September 2001
Fort Worth Star-Telegram November 1998 - May 2001
The Irving News, Irving, Texas January 1998 - November 1998
Skills
Storytelling, Editorial, Creative Direction, Team Leadership, Project Management, Publications, Journalism, Headline Writing, News Writing, Newspaper Design, Newspapers, Magazines, Copy Editing, Editing, Blogging, Multimedia, Publishing, Newspaper, Graphic Design, Advertising, Information Graphics, Public Speaking, Layout, Adobe Creative Suite, Event Planning, Event Management, Art Direction, Conference Logistics, Conference Development, Social Media, Web Content, Online Journalism, New Media, Breaking News, Visual Storytelling, Team Management, Creative Solutions, Leadership, Team Building, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Texas A&M University-Commerce 1994 — 1997
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) News/editorial, journalism, interdisciplinary minor with concentration in graphic design and English
Paris Junior College 1992 — 1994
none, Journalism, English
Travelzoo May 2014 - Present
Travelzoo May 2010 - April 2014
hilarysolan.com November 2009 - May 2010
Rand McNally September 2008 - November 2009
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel November 2006 - August 2008
Cincinnati Enquirer November 2005 - November 2006
The Plain Dealer June 2005 - August 2005
The Beaumont Enterprise June 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Facebook, Blogging, Editorial, Wordpress, Proofreading, WordPress, Publications, Social Media, Newspapers, Email Marketing, Copywriting, Publishing, Web Content, Writing, Journalism, Storytelling, Headline Writing
Education
Northwestern University 2015 — 2017
Master’s Degree, Integrated Marketing Communications
University of Missouri-Columbia 2001 — 2004
Journalism, news editorial
FOX8 WJW-Cleveland April 2007 - Present
The Plain Dealer June 2006 - April 2007
The Plain Dealer June 2006 - March 2007
Skills
Marketing, Advertising Sales, Media Planning, New Business Development, Sales, Cold Calling, Advertising, Social Media Marketing
Education
Ohio University 2002 — 2006
Bachelors of Science in Journalism, Advertising Management & Media Sales
The New York Times January 2006 - Present
The Plain Dealer 2004 - 2005
Education
Northern Illinois University 1992 — 1995
Northeast Ohio Media Group August 2013 - December 2014
The Plain Dealer April 2013 - December 2014
YP March 2012 - February 2013
User Friendly Media August 2010 - March 2012
Herff Jones July 1991 - March 2009
Designcor 1987 - 1989
Skills
Photoshop, Customer Service, Graphic Design, Proposal Writing, Social Media, Advertising, Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Sales Management, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Negotiation, Planning, Coordination, Promotions, HTML, Public Speaking, Marketing Strategy, Word, Account Management, Consultative Selling, PowerPoint, Facebook, Illustrator, B2B, Trade Shows, Adobe Creative Suite, Research, Copywriting, Photography, Budgeting, Selling, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Brochures, Email Marketing, Advertising Sales, Direct Mail, Sales
Education
Ohio University 1973 — 1980
Bachelor's degree, Advertising/Journalism
Ohio University
BS Journalism/ Advertising, Advertising
The Associated Press March 2006 - Present
Statehouse Press Corps 2000 - 2011
The Plain Dealer 2000 - 2006
Tribune Company 1998 - 2000
The (Albany, N.Y.) Times Union 1991 - 1998
Skills
Journalism, Investigative Reporting, Politics, AP Style, Breaking News, Editing, Writing, Multimedia, Copy Editing, Social Media, Stories, Headline Writing, Newspaper, Audio Editing, Public Speaking, University Teaching, Proofreading, Storytelling, Ap Style, Newspapers, New Media, Crisis Communications, Photojournalism, Blogging, Media Relations, Magazines, Editorial, Feature Articles
Education
The Ohio State University 1990 — 1991
M.A., Journalism
The Ohio State University 1981 — 1985
B.A., Journalism
Columbus Alternative High School 1978 — 1981
Diploma
Linden-McKinley High School 1979 — 1980
Attended 1/2 day
North High School 1978 — 1979
Attended 1/2 day
Lexington-Herald Leader Single Copy Sales ManagerMiami Herald Publishing Co.2000 - 2003
The Miami Herald 2000 - 2003
Cleveland Plain Dealer 1992 - 1999
The Plain Dealer 1992 - 1999
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 2010 — 2010
non degree program, Media Management
The Times of Northwest Indiana October 2005 - Present
S & S Enterprises 2003 - 2008
Ann Arbor News September 2003 - October 2005
Gannett Newspapers June 2000 - June 2003
The Plain Dealer May 1999 - August 1999
Lansing State Journal September 1996 - May 1999
Skills
Ap Style, Journalism, Editing, Copy Editing, Sports Writing, Blogging, Newspaper, Breaking News, Press Releases, Social Media, Publications, New Media, News Writing, Photography, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Web Content, Editorial, Online Journalism, Sports, Proofreading, Facebook, Copywriting, Content Management, Headline Writing, Creative Writing, Wordpress, InDesign, Social Networking, QuarkXPress, Freelance Writing, Web Content Management, Multimedia, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Photojournalism, Fact-checking
Education
Michigan State University 2004 — 2005
Master's degree, Telecommunications
Michigan State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Theory & Constitutional Democracy
Chelsea High School 1992 — 1996
General
The Plain Dealer September 2007 - Present
E.W. Scripps School of Journalism, Ohio University September 2000 - Present
Skills
Journalism, Editorial, AP Style, News Writing, Copy Editing, Newspapers, Editing, Storytelling, Blogging, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Media Relations, Publications, Online Journalism, Social Media
Education
Ohio University 2000 — 2009
PhD, MS, mass communication (journalism)
The Ohio State University
bachelor of arts in journalism
Bayfront Convention Center February 2011 - Present
The Plain Dealer August 2009 - May 2010
Times Publishing Company July 2006 - April 2009
Time Warner Cable February 2000 - November 2006
Lilly Broadcasting 2005 - 2006
WJET Broadcasting 1999 - 2000
Skills
Trade Shows, Sales, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Hotels, Advertising, Public Relations, Social Media, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Sales Management, Cold Calling, Non-profits, Customer Service, Hospitality, Marketing Communications, Sales Presentations, Advertising Sales, B2B, New Business Development, Event Execution, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Account Management, Retail, Direct Sales, Lead Generation, Market Planning, Direct Marketing, Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Mercyhurst College 2000 — 2002
Transition Studio March 2009 - Present
NOAA February 1997 - Present
north coast credit union 2010 - 2013
The Plain Dealer 1999 - 2009
NOAA 1997 - 2009
Atwood Publishing 1996 - 1999
Atwood Publishing 1996 - 1999
Atwood Publishing 1996 - 1999
Andrews-Bartlett and Associates 1985 - 1991
Skills
Public Speaking, Social Media, Media Relations, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Leadership, Public Relations, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Event Planning, People Skills, Editing, Newsletters, Nonprofits, Crisis Communications, Fundraising, Blogging
Education
Ohio University 1975 — 1977
BSJ, Journalism
Normandy Senior High School 1969 — 1972
Thomson Reuters April 2015 - Present
Enterprise Fleet Management February 2010 - February 2014
ADP May 2007 - February 2010
The Plain Dealer May 2004 - August 2006
Skills
New Business Development, B2B, Cold Calling, Account Management, Sales Process, Sales, Strategic Planning, Building Relationships, Customer Service, Lead Generation, Management, Negotiation, Vehicles, Advertising, Fleet Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Retention, Selling, Team Building
Education
Miami University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Finance and Desicion Sciences
Chesterland News, Kirtland Chronicle and Geauga Maple Leaf July 2014 - Present
The Plain Dealer January 2008 - June 2013
The Plain Dealer June 2002 - January 2008
The Plain Dealer April 1997 - June 2002
Alvin's Jewelers November 1994 - July 1996
Skills
Advertising, Online Advertising, Customer Relations, Account Management, Customer Service, Advertising Sales, Word, Newspaper, Microsoft Office, Salesforce.com, Training, Newspapers, New Business Development, Sales Management, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Networking, Marketing, Recruitment Advertising, Digital Media
Education
Kent State University 1986 — 1992
BS, Human Resources
The Northeast Ohio Media Group August 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer May 2003 - August 2013
The Missourian 2002 - 2004
Teen Voices May 2001 - August 2001
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Dreamweaver, Breaking News, Headline Writing, Copy Editing, News Writing, Storytelling, Journalism, Feature Articles, Investigative Reporting, Web Content, Publications, Online Journalism, Blogging, Magazines, Editing, Press Releases, Computer-assisted..., Proofreading, Publishing, AP Style, Creative Writing, Copywriting, Newspapers, Newspaper Design, Content Management, QuarkXPress, Multimedia, Online News, New Media
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2002 — 2004
Master of Arts (MA), Journalism
The College of Wooster 1998 — 2002
BA, English
Howard Hanna Real Estate Services February 2013 - Present
Thomas P. Trice CPA & Associates January 2001 - Present
State of Ohio 2010 - May 2015
Family Estate April 2012 - 2014
Mary Kay Cosmetics June 2010 - 2013
Life Line Screening September 2011 - May 2012
The Plain Dealer January 1994 - November 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Advertising, Customer Satisfaction, Small Business, Management, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Social Networking, Time Management, Public Relations, Start-ups, Microsoft Excel, Selling, Online Advertising, Email Marketing, Real Estate, Team Building, Coaching, Training, Event Planning, Long-term Customer..., Leadership, Customer Experience, Customer Engagement, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Online Marketing, Direct Sales, First Time Home Buyers, Referrals, Licensed Realtor, First..., Consultative Selling, Client Loyalty, Word Of Mouth Marketing, Hospitality, Problem Solving, Newspaper, Administrative Support, Marketing, Sales, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Sales Management
Education
Hondros College of Business 2013 — 2013
Licensed Realtor, Residential Real Estate
Akron Bar Association 2010 — 2015
Notary Public
Ohio University
Bachelors, Fine Arts/Business
Cuyahoga Community College
Business & Accounting Classes
The Plain Dealer 1999 - Present
Kent State University 1989 - 1998
Great Lakes Publishing 1980 - 1989
Tampa Tribune 1970 - 1980
Education
Kent State University 1990 — 1994
MA, Journalism
University of South Florida 1965 — 1971
BA, Literature, humanities, film studies
Dix & Eaton September 1996 - Present
Detroit Free Press July 1988 - July 1989
The Plain Dealer June 1972 - July 1988
Education
Kent State University 1968 — 1972
B.A., Journalism
Sun Sentinel Sunday-Enterprise Editor / former business editorSouth Florida Sun Sentinel2007 - Present
The Miami Herald 1984 - 1986
The Plain Dealer 1980 - 1980
Education
Oakland University
YMCA of Greater Cleveland January 2015 - Present
YMCA of Greater Cleveland June 2013 - Present
Geauga Family YMCA June 2012 - Present
YMCA of Greater Cleveland June 2010 - June 2012
The News-Herald September 2009 - October 2010
The Plain Dealer June 2004 - August 2008
Global Signs and Graphics October 2002 - January 2004
Cleveland Cavaliers/Gund Arena April 1997 - March 2002
Skills
Budgeting, Customer Relations, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Sales, Event Management, Marketing, Recruiting, Social Media, Budgets, Customer Service, Human Resources, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Sponsorship, Advertising, Public Relations
Education
Ohio University 1993 — 1997
Bachelors, Sports Industry
The Plain Dealer 2011 - Present
Cleveland Plain Dealer June 1998 - Present
Skills
Newspaper, News Writing, Journalism, Grammar, spelling,..., Prioritize multiple..., high time management..., Journalism, writing,..., Multimedia and social...
Education
The Ohio State University 1978 — 1982
BA, Journalism
Cartvertising April 2014 - Present
Properties Magazine June 2013 - February 2014
The Plain Dealer June 1999 - March 2009
The Plain Dealer 1999 - 2008
Skills
Advertising Sales, Newspapers, Advertising, Online Advertising, Digital Media, Media Relations, AP Style, Social Media, Account Management, Press Releases, Salesforce.com, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Media Planning, Copywriting, Public Relations, Digital Marketing, Social Networking, Online Marketing, Marketing, Copy Editing, Marketing Strategy, B2B, Sales, Lead Generation, Magazines, Marketing Research, Direct Marketing, Direct Mail, Digital Strategy, Strategic Planning
Education
The Ohio State University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Journalism/Advertising sequence
The Ohio State University
South Bend Tribune September 2013 - Present
St. Louis Post-Dispatch/stltoday.com October 2012 - September 2013
St. Louis Post-Dispatch/stltoday.com October 2005 - November 2012
The Plain Dealer 2004 - 2005
The Plain Dealer 2001 - 2004
The Plain Dealer 1990 - 2001
Skills
Public Policy, Writing, Editing, Political Science, New Media, Online News, Politics, News Writing, Blogging, Journalism, Storytelling, Newspapers, AP Style, Copy Editing, Headline Writing, Feature Articles, Web Content, Editorial
Education
London School of Economics and Political Science 1996 — 1997
M.A., Public Policy and Public Administration
Northwestern University 1986 — 1990
B.S., Journalism
Cleveland City Council March 2015 - Present
Sisters of Charity Foundation of Cleveland May 2010 - March 2015
Notre Dame College August 2013 - February 2014
The Plain Dealer October 1991 - October 2010
Kaiser Family Foundation 1997 - 1998
The Birmingham (AL) Post-Herald February 1988 - September 1991
Skills
Journalism, Stories, Media Relations, Newspaper, Social Media, Copy Editing, Editorial, Investigative Reporting, Storytelling, Newspapers, Blogging, Press Releases, Editing, News Writing, Web Content, Online Journalism, Feature Articles, AP Style, Publications, Newsletters, Crisis Communications, Community Outreach, Breaking News, Publicity, Strategic Communications, Speech Writing, Magazines, Corporate Communications
Education
Northwestern University - Medill School of Journalism 1987 — 1988
Masters, Journalism
The Ohio State University 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration, Finance
Lisa Griffis LLC May 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer 2000 - 2013
Cincinnati Enquirer 1996 - 2000
The Palm Beach Post 1989 - 1996
Skills
Journalism, Editorial, Copy Editing, Multimedia, Magazines, Editing, Ap Style, Layout, Photography, InDesign, Photoshop, Digital Photography, Photojournalism, Portrait Photography, Event Photography, Art Direction, Concept Design, Typography, Publications, Graphic Design, News Writing, AP Style, Illustrator, Image Manipulation, QuarkXPress, Newsletters, Image Editing, Graphics, Art, Brochures, Visual Arts, Adobe Creative Suite, Mac, Dreamweaver, Logo Design, Information Graphics, Adobe Acrobat, Publishing, Newspaper Design, Social Media, Creative Direction, Content Management, Web Content, Web Design, Company Brochures, Corporate Branding
Education
Ohio University
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Visual Communications
Ohio University
Masters of Arts, Visual Communications
The San Diego Union-Tribune July 2002 - Present
The Plain Dealer June 1996 - June 2002
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, News Writing, AP Style, Journalism, Editorial, Newspapers
Education
Syracuse University 1992 — 1996
B.A., Political science and newspaper journalism
GIE Media, Inc. December 2013 - Present
TOA Technologies April 2013 - November 2013
The Plain Dealer March 2007 - April 2013
The Courier-Journal June 2003 - March 2007
The Clarion-Ledger April 1999 - June 2003
Victoria Advocate 1996 - 1999
The Daily Cougar 1996 - 1996
Skills
Newspaper, Ap Style, Journalism, Breaking News, News Writing, Storytelling, Feature Articles, Investigative Reporting, Editing, Editorial, Blogging, Computer-assisted..., Data Analysis, Spreadsheets, Databases, Computer Games, Publications, Online Journalism, Press Releases, Web Content, Newspapers, AP Style, Corporate Communications, Social Media, Copywriting, Media Relations, Publicity, Public Relations, Magazines, SEO, Newsletters, Business Journalism, Publishing, New Media, Content Strategy
Education
University of Houston 1992 — 1996
BA, Journalism
Texas Tech University 1990 — 1991
Memorial High School 1986 — 1990
The Plain Dealer 2000 - 2006
The Plain Dealer 1994 - 2000
Skills
Ap Style, Newspaper, Storytelling, Journalism, News Writing, AP Style, Newspapers, Copy Editing, Public Relations, Headline Writing, Breaking News, Editing, Publications, Online Journalism, Web Content
Education
Ohio University 1970 — 1973
Bachelor's, Journalism
VivAD Marketing, LLC January 2013 - Present
VivAd Marketing and Design, LLC January 2013 - Present
Freelance Marketing Services September 2011 - January 2013
Unmistakably Premier Homes January 2002 - September 2011
The Plain Dealer 1990 - 2002
Skills
Email Marketing, Public Relations, Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Account Management, Corporate Blogging, Design and Production..., Website Development and..., Team Building, Blogging, Social Media, Marketing, Copywriting, Customer Service, SEO, Sales, Management, Press Releases, Web Design, Leadership
Education
Kent State University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts, Marketing and Journalism
Magnificat High School
The Plain Dealer October 2004 - Present
The Plain Dealer October 1996 - October 2004
The Plain Dealer April 1992 - October 1996
Education
Kent State University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor's, Journalism
The Plain Dealer Executive Editor, Sports EditorThe News-Herald1973 - 1990
Painesville (OH) Telegraph 1968 - 1973
Education
Kent State University
Bachelor’s Degree, Bachelor of Science-Journalism
The Plain Dealer January 2006 - February 2013
United Health Services May 1986 - May 1991
Wayne County Public Library April 1980 - June 1985
Skills
Library, Library Science, Editing, Copy Editing, Storytelling, Publications, Blogging, Journalism, AP Style, Community Outreach, Newsletters, Publishing, Editorial
Education
The College of Wooster 1973 — 1977
Bachelor's degree, English Language and Literature, General
The Plain Dealer 1991 - Present
Education
The Ohio State University
BS
Professional Electric Products Company June 2014 - Present
Victory Park Ohio June 2014 - Present
Northeast Ohio Media Group November 2013 - June 2014
Northeast Ohio Media Group July 2013 - November 2013
The Plain Dealer June 2006 - July 2013
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Email Marketing, Management, Fundraising, Social Media, Newspapers, Strategic Planning, Sales, Public Relations, Editing, Event Planning, Digital Marketing, B2B Marketing, Project Management, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Content Marketing, Contract Management, Major Events, New Business Development, Sports Marketing, Sponsorship Program..., Team Building, Twitter, Festivals
Education
Miami University 2002 — 2006
BA, Sociology
Back in Green.com January 2009 - Present
The Press Enterprise January 2007 - September 2008
The Plain Dealer May 1990 - July 1998
The Columbus Dispatch December 1986 - May 1990
Education
Ohio University 1983 — 1985
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Visual Communication/Photojournalism
The Plain Dealer September 1990 - Present
Houston Chronicle March 1985 - August 1990
Skills
Editing, Copy Editing, Journalism, Social Media, Newspapers, Blogging, News Writing, AP Style, Press Releases, Feature Articles
Education
San Jacinto College 1976 — 1978
Associate’s Degree, Journalism
Studiothink (Brand Development/Management, Culture Development, Design, Marketing, Team Building) January 2015 - Present
New York Times August 2013 - Present
Self-published book author April 2015 - April 2015
Goldstein Group Communications 2012 - March 2015
"Think" Alumni magazine (Case Western Reserve University) March 2014 - October 2014
John Carroll Alumni Magazine 2008 - January 2013
Kent State University August 2009 - December 2012
WKYC-TV December 2007 - April 2009
The Plain Dealer May 2000 - November 2007
Dayton Daily News 1994 - 2000
Skills
Storytelling, Copy Editing, Blogging, AP Style, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Magazines, Journalism, Strategic Communications, Publicity, Newspapers, Creative Writing, Sports, Marketing Communications, Editing, Editorial
Education
S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications at Syracuse University 1986 — 1990
Bachelor of Science (BS), Magazine Journalism, Magna Cum Laude
Northeast Ohio Media Group August 2013 - Present
The Plain Dealer January 2007 - August 2013
Freelance 1984 - 2012
The Plain Dealer January 1999 - January 2007
The Plain Dealer 1992 - 1999
The Plain Dealer 1991 - 1992
The Plain Dealer 1989 - 1991
Columbus Monthly Magazine 1984 - 1989
The Columbus Dispatch 1982 - 1984
Skills
Journalism, Editing, Newspaper, Ap Style, News Writing, Blogging, Publications, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Copy Editing, Magazines, Breaking News, Facebook, Headline Writing, Editorial, Multimedia, Publishing, Entertainment, Music, Video, Web Content, Social Media, Television, Investigative Reporting, Newspapers, New Media, Media Relations, Online Journalism, Press Releases, AP Style
Education
University of Southern California 2002 — 2011
2002 and 2011 USC-Getty Arts Journalism Fellow
The Ohio State University 1980 — 1983
BA, Journalism
Manchester High school
Brandmuscle April 2014 - Present
BrandMuscle July 2010 - Present
Business Stationery LLC November 2009 - August 2010
The Plain Dealer October 1993 - January 2009
Skills
Advertising, Layout, Direct Mail, Public Relations, Editing, Magazines, Mac, Publishing, Project Management, Newspapers, Management, QuarkXPress, Graphics, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat
Education
The Ohio State University 1987 — 1992
BA, Journalism
St. Ignatius High School 1983 — 1987
Cynergies Solutions Group August 2014 - Present
The Plain Dealer July 2000 - August 2014
Aid Association for Lutherans January 1994 - January 2000
DRT Systems (Consulting) January 1992 - August 1993
Andersen Consulting / Accenture January 1990 - December 1991
Skills
Microsoft Office, Social Media, HTML, Visual Basic, Business Analysis, Web Development, COBOLII, Oracle Applications, Android Development
Education
The Ohio State University 1981 — 1985
BSISE, Engineering
Patch.com December 2010 - Present
The Plain Dealer 1989 - 2009
Education
Kent State University
ESPN 850 WKNR October 2011 - Present
Good Karma Broadcasting October 2011 - Present
GKB Sports October 2011 - Present
97.1 The Fan-WBNS FM 2004 - March 2011
The Plain Dealer October 1987 - July 2005
Skills
Sports
Education
The Ohio State University 1978 — 1982
BA, Journalism
Keepin' the Faith Photography August 2000 - Present
Case Center for Reducing Health Disparities August 2008 - November 2012
The Plain Dealer June 1989 - November 2006
Skills
Research, Data Analysis, Statistics, Qualitative Research, SPSS, Photoshop, Art, Storytelling, Graphics, Nonprofits, Fashion, Photos, Editorial, Event Planning, Photography, Photojournalism, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Editing, Program Development
Education
Kent State University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Science (BS), Journalism
Charles River Laboratories September 2013 - Present
International AIDS Vaccine Initiative April 2008 - September 2013
The Plain Dealer August 1999 - April 2008
Asbury Park Press September 1994 - August 1999
Skills
Web Content, Journalism, Public Health, Non-profits, Feature Articles, Storytelling, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Global Health, Nonprofits, Publications, Newspapers, Magazines, Research
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1980 — 1981
Master of Arts (M.A.), Journalism
Mount Saint Mary College 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
Clackamas County October 2011 - Present
Clackamas County August 2008 - October 2011
The Florida Times Union 2005 - 2008
The Plain Dealer February 1998 - May 2005
Skills
Media Relations, Editing, Public Relations, Journalism, Writing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Government, Community Outreach, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Government Relations, Public Policy, Storytelling, Press Releases, Spokesperson, Community Development, Public Affairs, Nonprofits, Policy, Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Policy Analysis, News Writing, Leadership, Event Planning, Speech Writing, Copy Editing
Education
The Ohio State University 1987 — 1988
MA, Journalism
Worcester State College
English Language and Literature, General
EduKit, Inc. October 2010 - Present
Ohio Valley Supply and Maintenance 1995 - 1998
CCH 1990 - 1995
The Plain Dealer 1987 - 1990
Skills
Sales Management, Sales, Direct Sales, Sales Process, Sales Operations, Cold Calling, Strategic Planning, Lead Generation, Customer Retention, Selling, Market Planning, B2B, Sales Presentations
Education
Miami University 1983 — 1987
BS Business, Marketing
Corporate Leads, Inc., April 2012 - Present
Robert Half International October 2007 - April 2008
Modis, Inc April 2006 - October 2007
WebStudio11.com January 2001 - January 2007
Audio Craft, Inc July 2004 - January 2006
Beachwood Hair Clinic January 1999 - June 2002
The Plain Dealer November 1984 - June 1999
Education
Kent State University
B.G.S, Criminal Justice
Ohio University
Legal Communication
ESPN Cleveland March 2012 - Present
The Plain Dealer December 1979 - March 2012
Skills
Journalism, Ap Style, Editing, Newspaper, News Writing, Copy Editing, Media Relations, Storytelling, Social Media, Press Releases, Public Relations, Feature Articles, Blogging, Editorial, Web Content, Online Journalism, Copywriting, Investigative Reporting, Social Media Marketing, Publications
Education
Ohio University 1976 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Journalism
Ohio University
The Plain Dealer 2003 - 2011
Education
Kent State University 1982 — 1988
Bachelor's degree, Business/Marketing