Ultra Diamonds
Industry: Outlet store company
DescriptionULTRA Diamonds was the largest seller of fine jewelry in factory outlet and value centers in the United States. ULTRA was a manufacturer as well as a direct importer of diamonds, gemstones, and gold jewelry. At one point, Ultra operated over 100 stores in outlet centers and 38 other format locations. Founded: 1991 Number of employees: 1,500 (July 2009) Total assets: 50 million USD (July 2009) Parent organization: Signet Jewelers
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InSeats.com September 2013 - Present
The New York Times Company September 2011 - Present
The New York Times October 2011 - December 2011
Ultra Diamonds August 2008 - May 2011
Ultra Diamonds April 2008 - May 2011
WASHINGTON MUTUAL SAVINGS BANK, Suffolk County July 2009 - October 2009
Washington Mutual Savings Bank April 2009 - October 2009
Skills
Direct Sales, Inside Sales, Event Management, Management, Sales, Blogging, Project Planning, Social Media
Education
Berkeley College 2008 — 2011
BS, International Business
Berkeley College
Bachelors, Business Administration; International Business
Unemployed May 2014 - Present
Destination Maternity Corporation May 2012 - May 2014
Ultra Diamonds October 2009 - October 2011
The Walking Co March 2006 - January 2009
Aerosoles September 2004 - March 2007
Georges Cleaners January 1985 - January 2005
AMES January 1983 - January 1988
Mediplex Management January 1985 - January 1987
Moody Cleaners January 1983 - January 1985
Education
Bentley College
Massachusetts Bay Community College
Accounting
Advantage Sales & Marketing May 2014 - Present
Signature Retail Services May 2004 - May 2014
Ultra Diamonds June 2000 - September 2002
Memory Makers Entertainment January 1995 - June 2000
Skills
Inventory Management, Team Building, Merchandising, Customer Service, Budgets, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Income Statement, Operations Management, Process Scheduler, Training, Forecasting, Team Leadership, Inventory Control, Visual Merchandising, Profit, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sales, Store Management, P&L Management, Sales Management, Time Management, Management, Leadership, Loss Prevention
Education
Joliet Junior College 1976 — 1977
1 year, Marketing / Advertising
Lewis University 1972 — 1975
3.5 years, Bio/Psych
Trader Joe's November 2013 - Present
Internal Fit 2013 - Present
Daddy Daycare January 2011 - Present
Walmart June 2010 - November 2010
Shiekh Shoes June 2010 - September 2010
Ultra Diamonds February 2010 - May 2010
Swatch Group December 2009 - May 2010
Toys R Us April 2009 - November 2009
42nd Street Gym September 2008 - February 2009
Affluent Page Magazine 2008 - 2009
Skills
Recruiting, Windows, Outlook, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, English
Education
Lone Star College System 2013 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Paralegal
PFTA Personal Trainer Certification School 2013 — 2013
John Jay College of Criminal Justice 2004 — 2005
United States Marine Corps 1983 — 1987
Military Police
Yankton College, Yankton, SD 1982 — 1983
Abraham Lincoln HS, Brooklyn, NY 1978 — 1982
High School Degree
Zale November 2013 - Present
Ultra Diamonds August 2013 - Present
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Store Management, Retail, Retail Sales, Inventory Management, Jewelry, Inventory Control, Sales, Customer Service, Store Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Fashion, Data Entry, Time Management, Driving Results, Phone Etiquette, Profit, POS
Education
Sanford-Brown Institute-New York 2013 — 2014
Certificate, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Essex County College
Franklin & Siegal June 2013 - Present
Open Books March 2012 - May 2012
Ultra Diamonds September 2010 - November 2010
General Nutrition Center July 2007 - November 2007
Hotel Orrington July 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Athletic Training, Creative Writing, Diet Planning, Editing, Proofreading, Marketing Strategy, Structural Editing, Stylistic Editing, Literary Editing, Creative Fiction, Contemporary Fiction, Contemporary Literature, Creative Writing..., Literary Writing, Blogging, Microsoft Word, Facebook, Teaching
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Art in Writing, Fiction
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago
Bachelor's of Fine Art In Writing, Creative Writing
The Winking Dachshund April 2013 - Present
Send Out Cards February 2013 - April 2013
Melaleuca:The Wellness Company February 2012 - April 2013
Ultra Diamonds September 2010 - February 2013
Silver Stream Jewelry February 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Sales, Data Entry, Filing, Organization, History, Interpretation, POS, Past Perfect Museum..., Databases, Marketing, Networking, Accurate Record Keeping, Exhibit Preparation, Microsoft Office, Artifacts, Documentary Photography, Education, Research, Jewelry, Time Management, Gems, Merchandising, Retail, Social Networking, Diamonds, Store Operations, Watches, Wellness, Inventory Control, Public Speaking, Fashion, Wholesale
Education
Richard Stockton College of New Jersey 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Cumberland Regional High School 2000 — 2004
Ultra Diamonds 2011 - 2011
Skills
Sales, Retail, PowerPoint, Teamwork
Education
Trident Technical College
Associate of Arts, Psychology
SteelSeries August 2015 - Present
SteelSeries October 2014 - August 2015
US Foods October 2013 - October 2014
Ultra Diamonds November 2011 - September 2013
Claire's Accessories March 2011 - November 2011
Macy's March 2010 - February 2011
Macy's May 2009 - March 2010
Macy's East October 2008 - May 2009
University Directories May 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Assortment, Forecasting, Merchandise Planning, Trend Analysis, CPFR, Leadership, Profit, Retail Sales, Fashion, P&L, Time Management, Inventory Control, Cross-functional Team..., Analysis, Business Planning, Process Improvement, Purchasing, Trend, JDA, Open to Buy Management, Project Planning, Multi-channel Retail, Driving Results, Demand Planning, Trend Forecasting, New Store Openings, Market Research, Customer Satisfaction, Demand Forecasting, Consumer Products, Supply Chain, Supply Planning, Production Planning, New Product..., Process Implementation, Process Creation, P, Store Operations
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2004 — 2008
BS, Marketing
Andrean High School 2000 — 2004
Prince George's County Public Schools January 2013 - Present
Prince George's County Public Schools January 2013 - Present
Information Policy and Access Center (iPAC) August 2011 - January 2013
Ultra Diamonds April 2006 - December 2011
Skills
Assessment, Book Reviews, Circulation, Classroom Management, Classroom Teaching, Collaborative Learning, Common Core State..., Databases, Diversity & Inclusion, Diversity Training, Drawing, Educational Technology, Flyers, Google Apps, Graphic Novels, Japanese culture, Integrating Technology..., Lesson Planning, Library Programming, Library Reference, Library Systems, Literature Reviews, Marketing, New Media, Oil Painting, Online Research, Organizational..., Posters, Presentations, Professional Development, Program Management, Project Management, Qualitative Research, Reader's Advisory, Schedules, Screencasting, Sculpture, Search Strategies, Teaching Reading, Teaching Writing, Sales, Social Media Outreach, Social Networking, Staff Development, Team Leadership, Universal Design, Universal Design for..., Web 2.0, Young Adult Literature, Video Production
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2010 — 2012
MLS, School Library Media, Information & Diverse Populations, 4.0
University at Albany, SUNY 1998 — 2000
BA, Art
Skane Wilcox LLP July 2013 - May 2015
United States District Court for the Northern District of California January 2015 - April 2015
Golden Gate University School of Law January 2015 - March 2015
Golden Gate University School of Law August 2013 - December 2013
John C. Wawerna, A Professional Law Corporation October 2011 - August 2012
Ultra Diamonds April 2008 - August 2012
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Data Entry, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Critical Thinking, PowerPoint, Microsoft Publisher, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Teamwork, Merchandising, Event Planning, Outlook, Facebook, Westlaw, Lexis Advance, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Research, LexisNexis
Education
Golden Gate University, School of Law 2012 — 2015
J.D., Expected (2015)
University of Nevada-Las Vegas 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Liberal Arts, English
Silverado High School 2004 — 2008
Silverado High School
Arizona Department of Child Safety August 2012 - Present
Ultra Diamonds August 2010 - April 2012
Skills
Store Management, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Merchandise Planning, Customer Service, Multi-unit, Sales, Process Scheduler, Time Management, Data Entry, Case Managment
Education
The University of Texas at El Paso 2002 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Philosophy
The University of Texas at El Paso 2002 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Criminal Justice
Allstate January 2013 - Present
Ultra Diamonds 2008 - 2012
Whitehall Jewellers January 1999 - May 2006
Skills
Management, Sales, Customer Service, Retail, Inventory Management, Team Building, Sales Management, Leadership, Merchandising, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Southern Connecticut State University 1991 — 1994
Modell's Sporting Goods December 2012 - Present
Modell's Sporting Goods October 2012 - Present
Ultra Diamonds May 2009 - January 2012
Citi October 2007 - June 2008
Citi April 2007 - October 2007
Citi January 2006 - April 2007
Citi October 2002 - April 2005
Skills
Retail, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Word, Store Management, Outlook, Sales, Microsoft Office, Time Management
Education
Berkeley College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Groupon September 2013 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2012 - September 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation May 2011 - March 2012
Ultra Diamonds March 2010 - May 2011
Ultra Diamonds October 2005 - July 2008
Global Partners May 2003 - October 2005
Ultra Diamonds January 2000 - May 2003
Ultra Diamonds May 1998 - January 2000
Mikasa May 1995 - May 1998
Skills
Assortment, Merchandise Planning, CPFR, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Inventory Analysis, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Private Label, Purchasing, Forecasting, Multi-channel Retail, Planograms, Store Management, Global Sourcing, Trend, Retail Buying, Sales, Luxury Goods, Store Operations, Jewelry, Wholesale, Time Management, Profit, Apparel, Loss Prevention, Income Statement, Retail Sales, Budgets, Fashion, P&L Management, Training, Pricing, POS, Sales Management, Distribution Center..., Hiring, Analysis, Big Box, Sourcing, Vendor Relationships, Multi-unit, Watches, Customer Satisfaction, Selling, P&L
Education
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting
Indiana Wesleyan University
Bachelor’s of Science, Accounting
@properties June 2014 - Present
Holmes Media July 2014 - Present
@properties April 2014 - June 2014
Sterling Jewelers July 2013 - June 2014
Ultra Diamonds May 2010 - June 2013
Ultra Diamonds September 2009 - May 2010
Randa Accessories August 2004 - December 2008
Center for Food and Agricultural Business September 2002 - June 2004
Skills
Project Management, Eye for Details, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, Graphic Design, Signage, Print Ads, Billboards, Catalog Layout, Branding & Identity, Photography, Retouching, Catalogs, Posters, InDesign, Email Marketing, Flyers, Image Manipulation, Brochures, Advertising, Art, Packaging, Graphics, Fashion, Retail
Education
Purdue University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Visual Communication Design
Monroe Jewelers February 2014 - Present
Hannoush Jewelers Inc. September 2012 - January 2014
Marc Ecko Enterprises August 2011 - September 2012
Hudson Health Plan January 2011 - July 2011
Izzy's Cubans & Coladas March 2010 - May 2011
Hannoush Jewelers Inc. April 2008 - April 2010
Ultra Diamonds 2006 - 2008
Skills
Jewelry, Inventory Management, Coaching, Retail Management, Problem Solving, Store Management, Sales, Management, Recruiting, Training, Customer Service
Education
The College of Westchester
reDEFINED fitness & physical therapy February 2010 - Present
Ultra Diamonds November 2006 - February 2010
Skills
Inventory Management, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Stata, SAS, Financial Analysis, Data Analysis, Forecasting, Analysis, Management, Leadership
Education
DePaul University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Economics, 3.6
Matheson Tri-Gas January 2015 - Present
Advocate Health Care March 2014 - Present
TCF Bank 2013 - Present
ANN INC. July 2013 - January 2014
Choice Hotels International February 2012 - May 2013
Ultra Diamonds August 2010 - January 2012
Skills
Hotels, Front Office, Hospitality, Hospitality Industry, Micros, Food & Beverage, Rooms Division, Customer Service, Sales, Bartending, Trade Shows, Hotel Booking
Education
South Suburban College 2011 — 2012
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Clear Channel Outdoor February 2011 - Present
Ultra Diamonds February 2009 - February 2011
Clear Channel Outdoor March 2005 - January 2009
Skills
Outdoor Advertising, Advertising, New Business Development, Media Planning, Strategy, Media Buying, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Sales, Advertising Sales, Corporate Branding, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Marketing Strategy, Sales Management
Education
Davenport University 1983 — 1986
Business
The Browning Group II, LLC March 2014 - Present
The UPS Store #4396 November 2010 - Present
Peak Kia July 2013 - March 2014
Echelon Ford November 2011 - September 2012
Ultra Diamonds August 2011 - November 2011
Nardy Honda Smithtown January 2009 - July 2010
Skills
Telecommunications, Coordinating Events, Organized Multi-tasking, Scheduling, Data Segmentation, Outlook, Reporting & Analysis, Understanding/Performing..., Email Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Payroll, Training, Notary Public, Inventory Control, Wide Format Printing, ADP Payroll, Invoicing, Photoshop, ADP, Reynolds & Reynolds, Microsoft..., Sales/Management...
Education
Camden County College 2010 — 2011
N/A, Photography Major/Media Minor, Freshman
International Bible College 2008 — 2009
N/A, Music Major/Education Minor, Freshman
Solid Rock Christian School 2003 — 2008
High School Diploma, College Preparatory
Salisbury University June 2015 - Present
Feathered Companions Aviary August 2014 - June 2015
Salisbury University August 2014 - May 2015
Salisbury University January 2014 - May 2015
Salisbury University August 2013 - January 2015
Dick's Sporting Goods March 2013 - August 2014
Draper Digital Media July 2012 - February 2013
Dick's Sporting Goods April 2012 - July 2012
Ultra Diamonds October 2011 - November 2011
Skills
ArcMap, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Teamwork, PowerPoint, Presentation Skills, Research, Python, KML, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Retail
Education
Salisbury University 2015 — 2016
Master’s Degree, GIS Management
Salisbury University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Geography with a focus in atmospheric sciences and GIS
Salisbury University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (BS), Earth Science
Regent Products Corp. November 2013 - October 2014
Ultra Diamonds August 2012 - August 2013
Biagi Consulting Engineers 2010 - 2012
Jared the Galleria of Jewelry 2005 - 2012
Becker & Poliakoff, P.A. 2008 - 2009
Skills
AutoCAD Architecture, QuickBooks, Microsoft Office, Secretarial Skills, Office Management, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Filing, Accounting, Lotus Notes, Account Reconciliation, Data Entry, Accounts Receivable, Process Scheduler, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Administrative..., Time Management, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, Merchandising, Administrative..., Outlook, Sales
Education
University of Illinois Springfield 2014 — 2016
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Mathematical Sciences
Florida Atlantic University 2009 — 2011
Civil Engineering
Keiser University-Ft Lauderdale 2007 — 2008
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Paralegal Studies
Palm Beach Community College 2004 — 2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Santaluces Community High School 2000 — 2004
Helzberg Diamonds July 2015 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation September 2014 - July 2015
Kay Jewelers August 2014 - September 2014
Jared the Galleria of Jewelry July 2011 - July 2014
Jared the Galleria of Jewelry February 2009 - July 2011
Jared the Galleria of Jewelry November 2008 - February 2009
Ultra Diamonds January 2006 - November 2008
Ultra Diamonds November 2005 - January 2006
Zale August 2004 - November 2005
Zale August 2002 - August 2004
Skills
Diamonds, Jewelry, Watches, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Gems, Sales, Customer Service, Team Building, Retail Sales, Recruiting, Gemology, Coaching, Driving Results, POS, Store Operations, Microsoft Word, Luxury Goods, Profit, Luxury, P, Hiring, Employee Training, Training, Merchandise Planning, Multi-unit, Operations Management, Time Management, Customer Experience, Leadership, Income Statement, Loss Prevention, P&L, Sales Management, Fashion, New Store Openings, Customer Satisfaction, Management, Sales Operations, Apparel, Shrinkage, Multi-Unit
Education
Santa Rosa Junior College 2007 — 2009
Chemical Engineering
Augusta Precious Metals August 2014 - Present
Merit April 2014 - August 2014
Merit Gold 2012 - 2013
Hanover College September 2011 - May 2012
Hanover College May 2011 - May 2012
Hanover College May 2010 - May 2012
Ultra Diamonds June 2011 - August 2011
Jewish Vocational Service (JVS) June 2010 - August 2010
Santa Monica Main Public Library September 2004 - June 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Spanish, PowerPoint, Microsoft Dynamics SL, Outlook, Excel, Photocopier, Python, Video Editing, Fax, Customer Service, Sales, Microsoft Excel
Education
Hanover College 2008 — 2012
International Studies and Spanish, Business
Ultra Diamonds May 2010 - Present
Deb Shops, Inc. January 2008 - February 2010
Education
IUPUC 2011 — 2014
Ivy Tech Community College 2008 — 2010
Applied Systems February 2012 - May 2014
InnerWorkings February 2010 - February 2012
InnerWorkings March 2009 - February 2010
Ultra Diamonds December 2007 - November 2008
HCR ManorCare February 2005 - October 2007
Skills
Employee Benefits, HRIS, Employee Relations, Payroll Administration, Onboarding, Workers Compensation, Leave Administration, Performance Management, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Personnel Management, Human Resources, Vendor Management, Coaching, Applicant Tracking..., Mergers & Acquisitions, College Recruiting, Deferred Compensation
Education
Governors State University 2003 — 2004
Bachelors in BA, Management
Lincoln Way Community High School 1994 — 1998
Farm Bureau Insurance January 2014 - Present
It Works Global August 2010 - Present
Ultra Diamonds January 2007 - August 2009
Skills
Sales, Sales Management, Marketing, Social Networking, Direct Sales, Social Media Marketing, Coaching, Life Insurance, Team Leadership, Business Networking, Email Marketing, Online Marketing, Customer Service, Problem Solving, Recruiting
Education
Kaplan Career Institute-Detroit
Onsite Health September 2015 - Present
Onsite Health December 2013 - September 2015
United States Army Reserve May 2013 - August 2013
United States Army Reserve January 2013 - May 2013
United States Army Reserve January 2012 - December 2012
Royale Jewelers December 2011 - November 2012
Ultra Diamonds August 2010 - August 2011
CR Jewelers October 2007 - August 2010
Freelance September 2005 - January 2008
Enterprise Rent-A-Car April 2007 - October 2007
Skills
Training, Technical Writing, Microsoft Excel, Military, Microsoft Word, Writing, Logistics, Ghostwriting, Leadership, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Inventory Management, Editing, Windows 7, OS X, Sales Management, Army, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Military Experience, Creative Writing, Public Speaking, Team Building, Appleworks, Global Air..., Transportation..., Integrated Computerized..., Copywriting, Acquisitions, Project Management
Education
American Military University 2013 — 2013
Homeland Security
State University of New York College at Oswego 1997 — 1999
Nathan Hale Elementary School October 2014 - Present
Kohler Co. May 2014 - June 2014
Darvin Furniture January 2013 - February 2014
Perfect Ten Spa May 2002 - June 2009
Ultra Diamonds 2006 - 2007
Skills
E-commerce, Customer Service, Retail, Retail Sales, Inventory Control, POS, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Distribution Center..., Microsoft Word, Jewelry, Sales, Social Media, Merchandise Planning, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Inventory Management, Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Fashion, Multi-channel Retail, Store Operations, P&L Management, Driving Results
Education
Academy of Nails 2004 — 2005
Nail Technician
Hair Professionals School of Cosmetology 2001 — 2002
Esthetician
Columbia College Chicago 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Television Production
Morton College 1997 — 1999
Associate of Science (A.S.)
Rodney Lawrence Inc. October 2012 - Present
ASID New York Metro Chapter July 2011 - March 2013
Rodney Lawrence, Inc November 2011 - October 2012
Rodney Lawrence Inc. May 2011 - November 2011
Ovadia Design Group June 2011 - August 2011
Bisazza May 2011 - August 2011
Kravetz Realty Group October 2008 - April 2009
Ultra Diamonds November 2005 - October 2008
Bri-Tech May 2005 - April 2007
University of Hartford September 2003 - December 2003
Skills
AutoCAD, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Hand Drafting, Rendering, SketchUp, Windows, Mac OS, Microsoft Office, 3D Studio Max, Final Cut Pro, Photography, Digital Video, Graphic Design, Sketching, Adobe Creative Suite, Space planning, Interior Design, Space Planning, Drawing
Education
Fashion Institute of Technology 2010 — 2011
AAS, Interior Design
University of Hartford 2001 — 2005
BFA, Media Arts
Bellport High School
Fink's Jewelers February 2015 - Present
Helzberg Diamonds September 2014 - February 2015
Sterling Jewelers August 2013 - September 2014
Sterling Jewelers August 2011 - August 2013
Ultra Diamonds August 2011 - June 2013
Box Seats August 2010 - October 2011
Liberty Center August 2010 - October 2011
Modern Carpet One February 2010 - September 2010
Sterling Jewelers Inc January 2004 - October 2009
Jardon & Howard Technologies, Inc May 2005 - October 2005
Skills
Food & Beverage, Restaurants, Bartending, Customer Service, Beer, Sales Management, Sales Support, General Administration, Phone Skills, Payroll, Microsoft Office, Keyboarding, Scheduling, Process Scheduler, Merchandising, Inventory Control, Retail, Sales Operations, Telephone Skills, Administrative Work, Inventory Management
Education
Strayer University 2011 — 2013
Bachelors, Business Administration
Germanna Community College
Associates of Arts, and Science General Studies
Professional Bartending School
North Stafford High School
2003 Advanced Diploma, received
Strayer University
Bachelors Degree, Business Administration of Finance
Ultra Diamonds 2009 - 2010
Rogers and Hollands 2006 - 2009
Oil and Vinegar 2004 - 2006
Delias 2001 - 2004
Victorias Secret Stores 1997 - 2001
Education
Milwaukee Area Technical College 2009 — 2013
Jason Frazier Design 2008 - Present
Judith Von Hopf Inc March 2013 - March 2015
Ultra Diamonds May 2010 - November 2010
Sephora 1998 - 2008
Skills
Illustrator, InDesign, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, QuarkXPress, Photoshop, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Retail, Sales, Logo Design, Inventory Management, Packaging, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Luxury Goods, Window Displays
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1990 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.)
Stanford Health Care August 2015 - Present
Willow Glen Center Nursing & Rehabilitation September 2013 - Present
Spectra Laboratories September 2012 - August 2015
Zales Jewerly Outlet May 2011 - September 2013
Spectra Laboratories May 2010 - November 2012
Ultra Diamonds 2008 - 2011
Hamilton Medical Group September 2009 - October 2009
Starbucks Coffee Company June 2006 - September 2008
Arby's Roast September 2001 - June 2006
Pioneer Conductor January 1994 - January 2000
Skills
Training, Administrative..., Human Resources, Payroll, Recruiting, Management, Data Entry, Administration, Process Improvement, Sales, Healthcare
Education
Heald College 2008 — 2009
Medical Insurance Billing & Coding Specialists, Medical Insurance, ICD-9, CPT-4, HCPCS, 4.0
Centro Escolar University 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Centro Escolar University 1989 — 1992
Associate, Pre- Dentistry
Hope Christian High School 1976 — 1989
High School, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates
From My Heart To Yours December 2013 - Present
Sterling Jewelers June 2013 - Present
MA WebCenters August 2010 - Present
Motives by Loren Ridinger and Motives for La La July 2010 - Present
Shop.com powered by Marketamerica February 2010 - Present
Market America, Inc. February 2010 - Present
M&G Discount Store, LLC June 2005 - Present
Ultra Diamonds November 2007 - June 2013
Skills
Health & Nutrition, Anti-Aging, Online shopping, Product Specialist, Direct Sales, Product broker, Internet Marketer, Youth Mentoring, Health, Online Retail, Merchandising, Strategic Planning, Sales, Team Leadership, Nutrition, Social Media, Coaching, E-commerce, Customer Service, Training, Retail, Social Media Marketing, Employee Training, Fundraising, Cosmetics, Social Networking, Selling, Small Business, Skin Care, Marketing, Leadership Development, Beauty Industry, Nonprofits, Team Building, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Online Marketing, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Public Speaking, Web Marketing, Event Planning, Management, Microsoft Office
Education
Strayer University (VA) 2007 — 2010
Master's, Management
Northern Essex Community College May 2014 - Present
Kiss 108 Boston December 2013 - Present
NECC Observer September 2013 - Present
Belden Jewelers November 2013 - January 2015
Zales December 2010 - September 2011
Ultra Diamonds 2007 - 2010
Friends Landing March 2004 - October 2007
Vanderweil Engineers September 2003 - April 2004
Fleet Bank February 2000 - September 2001
Skills
Training, Management, Team Building, Payroll, Retail, Profit, Merchandising, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Hiring, Sales, P&L Management, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Recruiting, Visual Merchandising, Employee Training, Inventory Control, Store Management, P&L
Education
Northern Essex Community College 2013 — 2015
Associate's degree, Communication and Media Studies, 3.66 GPA
Northern Essex Community College 2013 — 2015
Associates in Communications, Journalism, 3.66
Boston High School 1992 — 1997
Diploma, Business Management
Ultra Diamonds June 2007 - June 2013
Land & Assoc., Inc. January 2003 - June 2007
Foote, Cone & Belding 1999 - 2001
CM Partners 1991 - 2000
LEO BURNETT CO., Chicago, IL. June 1984 - September 1990
MCDONALD’S CORPORATION, Oak Brook, IL May 1983 - September 1983
Skills
Direct Marketing, E-commerce, CRM, Strategy, Marketing, Lead Generation, B2B, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Management, Retail, Sales, Business Planning, Business Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Direct Mail, Interactive Marketing, Database Marketing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Digital Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Start-ups, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Negotiation, Creative Direction, Brand Management, Brand Development, Marketing Research, Digital Marketing, Analytics, Entrepreneurship, B2B Marketing, Email Marketing, Market Research, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Brand Awareness, P&L Management, SEM, Corporate Branding, Product Marketing, Brand Architecture, Web Analytics, PPC, Market Planning, Relationship Marketing
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1993 — 1994
Exc MBA, Marketing
University of Michigan 1980 — 1984
BBA, Marketing
YourMembership.com October 2014 - Present
SouthTech -" IT Navigators" June 2012 - September 2014
ITT-Technical Institute March 2011 - October 2012
Suncoast Business Technologies December 2011 - February 2012
RJR Investments February 2009 - December 2010
Ultra Diamonds June 2007 - February 2009
United States Air Force June 2004 - May 2007
Skills
Troubleshooting, Network Administration, Technical Support, Testing, Active Directory, Computer Hardware, Networking, XP, Windows 7, Training, Customer Service, WAN, DHCP, Software Installation, Hardware, OS X, Help Desk Support, Team Leadership, Software Documentation, Databases, Windows Vista, Security, Disaster Recovery, Microsoft Exchange, System Administration, Windows Server, Network Design, SharePoint, Wireless Networking, Cabling, DNS, Network Security, Windows XP Pro, Time Management, Computer Repair, TCP/IP, Printers, VMware, Visio, Windows, Servers, Cisco Technologies, Remote Desktop, Operating Systems, Access, Windows XP
Education
ITT Technical Institute-Indianapolis 2013 — 2015
Bachelors of Science, Information Systems Cyber Security, 3.95
ITT Technical Institute 2010 — 2012
Associate of Science, Computer Networking Systems, 3.95
Godwin Jewelers March 2010 - June 2011
Ultra Diamonds August 2008 - February 2010
Esken Jewelers February 2004 - July 2008
David I Helfer inc. February 2004 - July 2008
Skills
Diamonds, Custom Design, Jewelry, CAD, Marketing Strategy, Wax, Inventory Management, Export, Fine Jewelry, Import, Pricing, Gems, Buying, Gold, Jewelry Design, Gemology, Merchandising, Purchasing, Shipping, Budgeting, Silver, Pearl, Watches, AutoCAD, Selling
Education
Duquesne University 1998 — 2002
BA, Communication Studies, Advertising, Public Relations, Marketing. Minor: Studio Art
Speedway 4086 LLC January 2009 - Present
Wadsworth Citgo July 2007 - October 2008
Target January 2007 - July 2007
Ultra Diamonds March 2005 - February 2006
Kwik Pantry January 1995 - August 2004
First Midwest Bank June 1992 - January 1994
State Bank May 1990 - June 1992
Education
Antioch Comm High School 1986 — 1990
General, Business
College of Lake County
General Business Coursework
Zale July 2015 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation April 2012 - June 2015
Ultra Diamonds July 2011 - March 2012
Claire's Accessories October 2010 - July 2011
Nordstrom March 1991 - June 2007
Skills
Merchandise Planning, CPFR, Assortment, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Forecasting, Store Management, Retail, Apparel, Visual Merchandising, Demand Planning, Income Statement, JDA, Multi-channel Retail, Profit, Trend Analysis, P&L
Education
Texas Christian University
BBA, finance
Ultra Diamonds October 2009 - Present
Bailey, Banks and Biddle Fine Jewelry March 2009 - September 2009
Target October 2007 - November 2008
Ralph and Kacoo's Resaurant November 2005 - October 2007
The Bombay Company November 2006 - September 2007
Wayne Perry and Assoc December 2004 - May 2005
Walgreens November 1997 - July 2003
Education
Dallas County Community College 1989 — 1993
AAS, Food service and Hospitality
Marion L. Steele High School
Gemological Institute of America
Gradute Gemologist
El Centro College
Associates of Applied Arts and Science
Gemological Institute of America
Goodwill Industries Southern Rivers September 2010 - Present
Claires October 2009 - September 2010
Charming Charlie July 2009 - January 2010
KB toys 2005 - July 2009
Hallmark Cards 2003 - 2005
Whitehall Jewellers 2001 - 2003
Causelink.com 1999 - 2000
Ultra Diamonds 1998 - 2000
EZ corp, Austin TX 1995 - 1998
Finlay Fine Jewelry 1985 - 1995
Skills
Budgets, Business Development, Coaching, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Hiring, Human Resources, Interviews, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Merchandising, P, Recruiting, Retail, Sales, Sales Management, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Team Building, Training
Education
Augusta State University 1982 — 1986
BA, Managment
Bloomingdale's October 2013 - December 2014
Avon February 2014 - August 2014
Asian Cinevision January 2013 - June 2013
Ansun Royse July 2010 - June 2012
Tower Enterprises June 2011 - November 2011
Ultra Diamonds August 2010 - November 2010
Skills
Oil Painting, MIG welding, Wood Shop, Plasma Cutting, Sculpture, Abstract Paintings, Drawing, Digital Photography, Photoshop, Event Photography, Photojournalism, Sports Photography, Windows Media Player, Art, Painting
Education
Parsons School of Design 2009 — 2013
BFA, Fine Arts
Studio Art Centers International 2012 — 2012
Studio Art, Fine/Studio Arts, General
Francis Lewis High School 2005 — 2009
RIT Archive Collections May 2014 - Present
The Children's Place September 2013 - February 2014
Ultra Diamonds June 2009 - June 2013
Ultra Diamonds June 2009 - June 2013
Ultra Diamonds June 2009 - June 2013
Reeds Jewelers 2007 - 2009
The Strong 2006 - 2007
Skills
Outlook, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Retail, Microsoft Word, Inventory Control, PowerPoint, Jewelry, Teamwork, Photography, Customer Satisfaction, Fashion, Management, Sales
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 2013 — 2015
Museum Studies
Columbia College Chicago 2011 — 2013
Arts and Material Conservation
Nazareth College of Rochester 2005 — 2007
Fine and Studio Arts
IntelliTec College May 2015 - Present
CCI February 2013 - March 2015
Alorica 2012 - 2012
Ultra Diamonds 2011 - 2012
USAA February 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Editing, Creative Writing, Professional and..., Public Speaking, Technical Writing, Teaching, Higher Education, Resume Writing, Curriculum Development, Career Counseling, Grant Writing, Interviews, Job Search Strategies, Career Development, Copy Editing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Job Coaching, CampusVue, Customer Service, Mock Interviews, Interview Preparation, Recruiting, Curriculum Design, Distance Learning, Adult Education, Leadership, Time Management, Training
Education
University of Colorado at Colorado Springs 2007 — 2011
Bachelor's Degree, English
MGM Resorts International November 2009 - Present
Self Employed December 2007 - November 2008
Opals & Gems of Australia October 2007 - December 2007
Maui Divers Jewelry January 2007 - March 2007
Ultra Diamonds October 2004 - January 2007
Crescent Jewelers February 1998 - October 2002
Skills
Retail, Customer Service, Sales, Team Leadership, Training, Management, Consulting, Store Operations, Merchandising, Income Statement, Profit, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, Customer Satisfaction, Team Building, Recruiting, Inventory Control, Sales Management, Budgets, Marketing, Store Management, Hiring, Selling, Customer Retention, Coaching, Employee Training, Business Planning
Education
HACC, Central Pennsylvania's Community College 1974 — 1975
Life Sciences
Harrisburg High School
Ultra Diamonds July 2001 - January 2009
Self-Employed 1998 - 2001
FM Global (formerly Protection Mutual) 1995 - 1999
FM Global (formerly Protection Mutual) 1982 - 1995
FM Global (formerly Protection Mutual) 1975 - 1982
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, Administrative..., Time Management, Outlook, Process Scheduler, Access, Data Entry, PowerPoint, Sales, Inventory Management, Retail, Leadership, Spreadsheets, Marketing, Research, Invoicing
Education
McHenry County College
Associate's degree, General Studies, 4.0 GPA
Southern Management August 2012 - Present
Ultra Diamonds September 2009 - May 2013
Skills
Leases, Apartments, Property Management, Real Estate, Lease Administration, Rentals, Investment Properties, Residential Homes, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Transactions, Disposition, Tenant
Education
Shepherd University
Gerards 1996 - Present
Joffe Consulting 1992 - 1998
Ultra Diamonds 1995 - 1996
Mendelsohn & Co. 1995 - 1995
ESTHETIQUE INC. 1994 - 1995
O.K.4U Kiddo 1993 - 1994
Diamond District/Lakewood Jewelry Mart 1981 - 1992
Skills
Strategy, Start-ups, Strategic Partnerships, Competitive Analysis, Management, Business Planning, Business Development, Leadership, Forecasting, Business Strategy, E-commerce, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Sales Operations, Marketing, Product Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Strategic Planning, Sales, Retail, Sales Management, International Marketing, Store Management, Negotiation, Operations Management, Contract Negotiation, Advertising, Budgets, Merchandising
Education
California State University-Long Beach 1981 — 1986
B.Sc, Business - Marketing
Real Estate 2007 — 2007
Licensed Realtor, Realty
Helzberg Diamonds November 2014 - Present
Jared the Galleria of Jewelry June 2014 - November 2014
Bernie Robbins Jewelers February 2014 - June 2014
Tiffany & Co. September 2009 - January 2014
Ultra Diamonds February 2007 - March 2009
Gordon's Jewelers June 2005 - February 2007
Whitehall Jewellers June 2000 - June 2005
Skills
Team Leadership, Retail, Customer Relations, Negotiation, Fine Jewelry, Sales, Store Management, Time Management, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Luxury Goods, Visual Merchandising, Profit, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Watches, Inventory Control, Diamonds, Recruiting, Training, Forecasting, Store Operations, Gems, Social Media, Customer Service, Jewelry, Luxury, Management, Fashion, Wholesale, Trend Analysis, New Store Openings, Driving Results, POS, Trend, P, Hiring, Product Knowledge, Jewelry Design, District Management, Team Building, Employee Training, Marketing, Coaching, Brand Management, Social Networking, Performance Management, Window Displays, Outlook, Microsoft Word
Education
Gemological Institute of America 2015 — 2015
Accredited Jewelry Professional, Diamonds, Gemstones, and Jewelry
La Salle University 1991 — 1995
BA, Psychology
Wal-Mart March 2005 - Present
Ultra Diamonds May 2001 - February 2005
Education
Arapahoe Community College 2000 — 2001
Douglas County High Scool 1996 — 2000
Franklin University April 2013 - January 2015
Ultra Diamonds April 2011 - December 2011
Ultra Diamonds October 2008 - August 2010
Shady Maple Market July 2003 - August 2010
Skills
Sales Management, Customer Service, Sales, Diamonds, Diamond Jewelry, Diamond Education, Gems, Microsoft Word, Management, PowerPoint, Hmong, English, Retail Sales, Inventory Control, Jewelry, Store Management, Teamwork, Outlook, Store Operations, Microsoft Excel, Retail, Inventory Management, Analytic Problem Solving, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Student Leadership, Team Leadership, Training
Education
Franklin University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
Gemological Institute of America 2007 — 2008
Accredited Jewelry Sales Professional, Jewelry Sales, 4.00
StreamlineUSA August 2015 - Present
Gordon Kahn and Associates April 2015 - August 2015
Busch Associates July 2014 - March 2015
Jaroff Design & Mison Concepts April 2014 - October 2014
5d Architecture & Engineering, PLLC April 2012 - April 2014
Arab Engineers December 2010 - November 2011
AT&T Wireless October 2010 - July 2011
Verizon Wireless February 2010 - June 2011
Ultra Diamonds June 2009 - February 2010
The Garden City Casino February 2009 - June 2009
Skills
AutoCAD, SketchUp, Microsoft Office, Revit, Construction Management, Design Research, 3D Studio Max, AutoCAD Architecture, Architectural Drawings, Architecture, Submittals, Space Planning, Rendering, Architectures, Sales, Interior Design, Sketching, GOOGLE SKETCHUP, Adobe Creative Suite, Space-planning, Project Management
Education
New York Institute of Technology, School of Architecture 2008 — 2013
Bachelor, Architecture
New York Institute of Technology-Old Westbury 2008 — 2013
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), Architecture
Stony Brook University, School of Business 2006 — 2008
Business Administration and Management, General
North Plainfield High School July 2013 - Present
Ultra Diamonds August 2009 - July 2013
RUBY TUESDAYS October 2009 - June 2010
Monmouth County Library March 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Creative Writing, Critical Thinking, Proofreading, Time Management, English Literature, Poetry, English grammar, Literature, Grammar, Teaching, Differentiated..., Lesson Planning, Formative Assessment, Educational Assessment, Student Accommodation, Educational Technology, Editing, Research, Data Entry
Education
Georgian Court University 2012 — 2013
Certification, Secondary Education and Teaching
GEORGIAN COURT UNIVERSITY 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of the Arts, English; Writing minor
Manalapan High School 2002 — 2006
Diploma
Younique Products March 2015 - Present
Ultra Diamonds November 2008 - Present
Lee Wayne Corporation July 2001 - Present
Skills
Customer Service, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Advertising, Trade Shows, Corporate Gifts, Sales Management, Team Building, Account Management, Apparel, Marketing, Budgets, Salesforce.com, Merchandising, Sales, New Business Development, Social Media Marketing, Direct Marketing, Pricing, Email Marketing
Education
Rockhurst University 1984 — 1988
BSBA, Marketing, Management
St. Pius X High School 1980 — 1984
General Education
Swiss Crown USA June 2014 - Present
Ultra Diamonds May 2004 - Present
Bed Bath & Beyond December 2001 - May 2004
Intermark World Products March 1999 - December 2001
Bed Bath & Beyond January 1997 - March 1999
Service Merchandise 1991 - 1997
Gander Mountain 1986 - 1991
Skills
Merchandise Receiving..., Merchandising - Visual..., Purchasing & Allocation, Business/Technical..., Management of..., Store Operations, Inventory Control, Training, Trend Analysis, Merchandising, Distribution Center..., Sales, Planograms, Loss Prevention, Vendor Management, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Trade Shows, Management, Negotiation, Leadership, E-commerce, Customer Service, Forecasting, Merchandise Planning, Manufacturing, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, People Development, Profit, Public Speaking, Trend, Hiring, Retail, Market Research, Marketing, Distributed Team..., Team Leadership, Sourcing, Time Management, Multi-channel Retail, Purchasing
Education
Illinois State University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor's degree, Marketing
ROCKET MEDIA August 2015 - Present
Insight December 2012 - August 2015
DataSphere Technologies Inc. May 2012 - December 2012
Entrust Bankcard December 2011 - May 2012
Helzberg Diamonds March 2011 - April 2012
National Ski Patrol 1999 - December 2011
Christian Hand Way Tang Soo Do, LLC 1999 - August 2011
Ultra Diamonds March 2010 - March 2011
Christian Hand Way Tang Soo Do, LLC January 2009 - March 2011
Sterling Jewelers February 2008 - March 2009
Skills
Management, Inside Sales, Loss Prevention, Martial Arts, Teaching, Investigation, Customer Service, Marketing, B2B, Sales, Team Building, Salesforce.com, Training, Business Development, Leadership, Cold Calling, Retail, Time Management, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Direct Sales, Microsoft Office, Customer Satisfaction, Advertising, Analysis, Coaching, Event Planning, Social Media, Leadership Development, Small Business, Account Management, Public Relations, Fundraising, Event Management, Social Networking, Sales Management, Marketing Strategy, Recruiting, Team Leadership, Sales Presentations, Customer Retention, Sales Process, Cloud Computing, Strategic Planning, CRM, New Business Development, Security, Strategic Partnerships, Lead Generation, 3PAR
Education
University of Wisconsin-Parkside 2010 — 2011
Bachelors; Bachelors, Pre-Health; Mass Communication
Rochester College 2003 — 2004
Certificate, Television Broadcasting
Specs Howard School of Broadcast Arts 2000 — 2001
Certificate in Video/Audio Broacasting, Mass Communication
Dale Carnegie 1999 — 2001
Certificate in Public Speaking, Communication
Durand High School 1996 — 2000
High School Diploma, High School
VivaKi (Publicis Groupe) December 2011 - May 2013
VivaKi Nerve Center (Publicis Groupe) January 2010 - December 2011
DoubleClick, Google, and ultimately Publicis Groupe acquisition of Performics January 2008 - January 2010
DoubleClick Performics January 2007 - January 2008
DoubleClick Performics August 2005 - January 2007
Ultra Diamonds April 2004 - May 2005
Who's The Fairest? August 2001 - March 2004
Skills
SEM, PPC, Search Advertising, Conversion Optimization, Landing Page..., Interactive Marketing, Display Advertising, Mobile Marketing, Digital Marketing, Digital Strategy, Google Adwords, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Analytics, Online Marketing, Lead Generation, Strategy, Mobile Devices, Omniture, Mobile Advertising, Search, Google Analytics, Digital Media, Management, Marketing
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology
BFA, Advertising Photography
University of Illinois at Chicago
BS, Biology
AAA Texas September 2014 - September 2015
Beverages & More BevMo! April 2006 - August 2014
Ultra Diamonds March 2007 - May 2008
Sterling Jewelers May 2006 - March 2007
Von's, A Safeway Company September 1985 - March 2004
Skills
Customer Service, Motivated self-starters, Merchandising, Hiring Employees, Employee Training, Problem Solving, Team Leadership, POS, Communication Skills, Money Management, Special Event, Task Management, Close Attention to..., Organizational..., Food & Beverage, Wine, Spirits, Beer, Weddings, Jewelry, Communication, Sales Operations
Education
Gemological Institute of America 2004 — 2005
Graduated Gemologist
Academy of Our Lady of Peace
SolarWinds June 2015 - Present
Sam L. Majors November 2013 - May 2015
Ultra Diamonds May 2013 - October 2013
Christofle September 2011 - February 2013
Brooks Brothers May 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Organization, Determination, Adaptability, Customer Oriented, Customer Retention, Customer Service, Merchandising, Sales
Education
Austin Community College 2013 — 2015
In Progress, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.57
Lone Star College System 2011 — 2013
In Progress- Continuing with Austin Community College, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.57
Bradley Hauge Fitness October 2013 - Present
Bradley Hauge Personal Assistant Service January 2012 - Present
Expressway Suites April 2015 - July 2015
Jockey International, Inc. June 2011 - February 2012
Ultra Diamonds April 2011 - February 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Management, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Social Media, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Research, Project Management, Team Leadership, Team Building, Training, Time Management, Retail, Teamwork, Event Planning, Negotiation, Sales Management, Budgets, English, Teaching, Inventory Management, Business Strategy, Marketing Strategy, Coaching, New Business Development, Outlook, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Project Planning, Event Management, Windows, Advertising, Analysis, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Operations Management, Marketing Communications, Business Development, Recruiting, Editing, Process Improvement, Merchandising, Strategy, Hiring
Education
Madison Area Technical College 2008 — 2014
International Sports Sciences Association 2011 — 2013
2 year, Health and Physical Education/Fitness
Westfield High School
ClairVista LLC December 2013 - Present
Wirtz Beverage Group July 2013 - November 2013
Ultra Diamonds February 2011 - June 2013
Shaker Recruitment Advertising & Communications October 2009 - March 2011
Shaker Recruitment Advertising & Communications April 2007 - October 2009
Shaker Recruitment Advertising & Communications October 2004 - April 2007
Shaker Recruitment Advertising & Communications June 2002 - October 2004
Shaker Recruitment Advertising & Communications October 2000 - June 2002
Shaker Recruitment Advertising & Communications May 2000 - October 2000
Skills
Online Advertising, Social Media Marketing, SEM, Email Marketing, Advertising, Brand Management, Brand Developement, Adobe Creative Suite, Creative Direction, Creative Solutions, SEO, Brand Development, Social Networking, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Illustrator, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, PPC, Account Management, Copywriting, CRM, Web Design, Direct Marketing, Marketing Communications, E-commerce, Sales, Google Analytics, Graphic Design, Facebook, Social Media, User Experience, Art Direction, Web Development, Website Development, CMS, Brochures, Photography, Logo Design, Direct Mail, Interactive Advertising, Interactive Marketing, Mobile Marketing
Education
Dominican University
Bachelors, Computer Graphics and Graphic Design
South Coast Education Collaborative July 2014 - Present
South Coast Educational Collaborative July 2012 - July 2014
Ultra Diamonds July 2012 - June 2013
Hogan Dining Services, Cool Beans November 2011 - April 2012
City Cyber Café June 2011 - August 2011
Holy Cross, Office of Development May 2011 - July 2011
YMCA's Children's Crossing July 2010 - August 2010
Cape Harmony May 2010 - August 2010
Student-Run Co September 2009 - May 2010
College of the Holy Cross Orientation, Leadership and Transition Office August 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Sales, Management, Customer Service, Leadership, Time Management, Teaching, Event Planning, PowerPoint
Education
Boston University 2014 — 2016
Administrator's Licensure Program, Administration of Special Education
Simmons College 2012 — 2014
Master of Science (M.S.), Education
College of the Holy Cross 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's, Sociology major, German minor
Houston Eye Doctor October 2013 - Present
The Cleaning Palace July 2012 - September 2013
Ultra Diamonds 2008 - 2012
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Sales, Inventory Control, Retail Sales, Leadership
Education
Univeristy of Houston Downtown 2013 — 2015
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
University of Houston-Downtown 2013 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
LeafFilter North, Inc. July 2015 - Present
LeafFilter North, Inc. March 2014 - July 2015
LeafFilter North, Inc. March 2013 - March 2014
Ultra Diamonds October 2010 - November 2012
Panera Bread September 2008 - October 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Management, Sales, Diamond Jewelry, Diamond Grading, Training, Interviews, Store Management, Employee Training, Public Speaking, Jewelry, Retail Sales, Merchandising, Retail, Time Management, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Kent State University 2011 — 2016
Bachelors of Aeronautics, Air Traffic Control, Deans List
Elyria High School 2007 — 2011
Diploma, Honors
Diamond Council of America
Certified Diamontologist, Diamontology
Technip June 2014 - Present
Technip June 2012 - June 2014
Visual Comfort & Co. February 2011 - June 2012
Cbeyond - now a Birch Company March 2010 - January 2011
Ultra Diamonds February 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Inventory Management, Customer Service, Sales, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Publisher, File Management, Fundraising, Web Site Production, POS, Press Releases, Recruiting, Contract Management, Proofreading, Newspaper, System Administration, Team Building, SAP, Inventory Control, Logistics, Process Scheduler, Process Improvement, Management, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Supervisory Skills, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Access, Outlook, CRM, Marketing, Employee Relations, Newspapers
Education
Northern Illinois University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Art, Communication Studies; Organizational/Corporate Communications
VITAS Healthcare February 2015 - Present
Nielsen December 2012 - February 2015
Baxter Research Center April 2010 - December 2012
Ultra Diamonds January 2009 - September 2011
University of Texas at Austin November 2006 - September 2008
Austin Monthly Magazine December 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Market Research, Marketing, Advertising, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Customer Service, SQL, Email Marketing, Omniture, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, SEO, QuarkXPress, Adobe Creative Suite, Google Adwords, Adobe Analytics, Sitecore, Adobe Creative Cloud, HTML, Marketing Communications, Web Content Creation, Customer Support, Unix, B2B, Outlook, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Lync, Formatting Documents, Salesforce.com, Google Docs, Adobe Acrobat, Data Entry, Copywriting, Online Research, Quantitative Research
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Advertising, 3.14
Conroe High School 2000 — 2004
3.98
RWI Logistics, LLC January 2015 - Present
IFCO Systems June 2012 - August 2014
Hanover College January 2009 - July 2012
Ultra Diamonds June 2011 - August 2011
Cengage Learning June 2010 - August 2010
Montgomery Inn March 2007 - February 2008
Skills
PowerPoint, Planning, Word, Excel, Public Speaking, Organization, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Retail, Logistics, Management, Customer Service, Project Planning, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Time Management
Education
Hanover College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts, Communication, Business
Covington Catholic 2004 — 2008
Diploma
Caesars Entertainment Corporation June 2014 - Present
Gavish Real Estate 2010 - 2014
Ultra Diamonds 2008 - 2010
Gabriel Jewelers 1982 - 2010
Skills
REO, Short Sales, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, SFR Certified, Foreclosures, Designer Jewelry, Diamond Jewelry, Watches, Jewelry Design, Management, Sales Management, Investors, jeweler, Real Property, Buyers, HUD, Vacation Homes, Income Properties, Luxury, New Homes, 1031 Exchanges, Seniors
Education
Gemological Institute of America 2000 — 2001
Bishop Gorman High School
National Public Safety March 2013 - Present
Ultra Diamonds April 2008 - March 2013
Skills
Loss Prevention, Retail, Store Management, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Retail Sales, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Time Management, POS, Store Operations, Team Building, Data Entry, Microsoft Office, Training, Outlook, Microsoft Word
Education
Grossmont College 2011 — 2014
Associate of Science (AS)
Mountain Empire High School 2002 — 2006
High School Diplima
Crossfire, LLC October 2014 - August 2015
DSW September 2009 - October 2014
POLO RALPH LAUREN CORPORATION March 2007 - July 2009
Ultra Diamonds October 2005 - March 2007
WORLD FINANCE CORPORATION December 2004 - October 2005
CRESCENT JEWELERS February 2002 - January 2005
Skills
Management, Human Resources, Inventory Management, Training, Recruiting, Sales Management, Customer Service, Customer Service..., Customer Service..., Operations Management, Merchandising, Jewelry, Managerial Finance
Education
Colorado State University 2002 — 2002
General Education Diploma (GED)
Mattress Firm August 2014 - Present
Ultra Diamonds June 2006 - January 2014
Carroll's Jewelers August 2004 - June 2006
C.R. Jewelers November 2002 - January 2004
Ultra Diamonds May 2000 - April 2002
Whitehall Jewellers February 1999 - May 2000
Service Merchandise October 1990 - October 1998
Zales Corporation August 1988 - October 1990
Jay B. Rudolph, INC. April 1982 - August 1988
Skills
Leadership, Store Management, Sales Management, Human Resources, Organizational..., Organizational Behavior, Sales, Inventory Control, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Purchasing, Customer Service, Shrinkage, P&L, Planograms, Inventory Management, Profit, Loss Prevention
Education
Diamonds Council of America 2007 — 2008
Diamontologist and Gemologist
Gemological Institute of America 1986 — 1987
Diamologist
Miami Dade College
Business Administration and Management, General
The Broadmoor Hotel June 2014 - Present
The Broadmoor Hotel September 2012 - June 2014
FirstBank January 2012 - September 2012
jcpenney August 2007 - January 2012
Ultra Diamonds September 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Adapting to..., Ambition, Comprehension and..., Fast-paced, Finacial Management, Identifying and..., Mathematics, MS Word and Excel, Optimism, People Skills, Persuasiveness, Providing exceptional..., Vigilant about details, Sales, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Pikes Peak Community College 2009 — 2012
Associate of Applied Science, Business Management, 3.83 GPA
Sand Creek High School 2005 — 2009
Ultra Diamonds March 2011 - Present
Ultra Diamonds August 2008 - March 2011
Ultra Diamonds July 2005 - August 2008
TravelClick July 2001 - July 2004
Skills
Retail, Meeting Planning, Event Planning, Administrative Work, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Management, Training, Budgets, Team Building, Project Management, Inventory Management, Incentives, Credit, Extended Warranty, Customer Satisfaction, Profit, P&L Management, Income Statement, Highly detail oriented, Goal Oriented, Time Management, Corporate Communications, Communication Skills, Cost Control, Inventory Control, Strategic Planning, Loss Prevention, P&L, Hiring
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing and Management
Gem Shopping Network, INC January 2014 - Present
Lance's Jewelry May 2013 - January 2014
Ultra Diamonds October 2012 - April 2013
Heavenly Dove Christian Books & Gifts June 2008 - October 2012
Sugar Plum Cottage May 2007 - October 2009
Skills
•Macintosh and IBM..., •Intermediate level..., Retail, Inventory Management, Social Media, Merchandising, Sales, Customer Service, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, QuickBooks, Cashiering, Social Networking, Budgets, Tax Preparation, Inventory Control, Trade Shows, Telephone Skills, Retail Sales, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Luxury Goods, Jewelry
Education
Gemological Institute of America 2014 — 2015
Diamond Graduate
University of North Georgia 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting
International School of Gemology
Gemologist, Appraiser
Gemological Institute of America
Accredited Jewelry Professional
Elwood Staffing Services, Inc. July 2015 - Present
Indiana Blood Center March 2012 - March 2015
Ultra Diamonds May 2011 - February 2012
The Columbus Center for Teaching and Learning August 2011 - December 2011
American Eagle Outfitters March 2010 - September 2011
Skills
Recruiting, Direct Marketing, Strategic Planning, Management, Customer Service, Event Planning, Budgets, Sales, Sales Management, Program Management, Community Involvement
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Psychology
Ball State University 2006 — 2007
Follett Higher Education Group October 2002 - Present
OneTime Entertainment Group January 1999 - Present
Hip Hop Detoxx 2013 - 2013
First Student January 2001 - January 2002
Ultra Diamonds 1999 - 2001
US Army July 1987 - July 1995
Skills
Analysis, Customer Service, Budgets, Accounting, Account Reconciliation, Nonprofits, Payroll
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2005 — 2009
MBA, Accounting
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1995 — 1999
BS, Management
Hart jr
Fellows Staffing July 2007 - Present
Contemporary Services Inc. January 2003 - July 2007
Todays Staffing 2001 - 2002
Ultra Diamonds 1996 - 2001
Ultra Stores, Inc. 1996 - 2001
Service Merchandise 1988 - 1996
Skills
Recruiting, Temporary Staffing, Management, Time Management, Talent Acquisition, Technical Recruiting, Employee Relations, Sourcing, Hiring, Applicant Tracking..., Resume Writing, Talent Management, Cold Calling, Onboarding, Executive Search, Staffing Services, Screening Resumes, Training, Internet Recruiting, Payroll, College Recruiting, Performance Management, Temporary Placement, Taleo, Contract Recruitment, Benefits Negotiation, Search, Interviews, New Hire Orientations
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1992 — 1994
BA, Management
Out and About Long Beach April 2006 - June 2014
Ultra Diamonds August 2010 - January 2014
Finlay Fine Jewelry Corporation October 2006 - January 2008
Finlay Jewelers March 1983 - January 2008
Finlay Jewelers January 1994 - January 1999
Finlay Jewelers January 1984 - January 1994
Education
California State University-Long Beach 2010 — 2010
Social Media
East Los Angeles City College
computer applications, general education and business administration
Los Angeles Business College
Pasadena City College
To The Pointe of Performing Arts August 1999 - Present
Ultra Diamonds January 1996 - June 1999
The Dance Connection August 1991 - June 1999
Skills
Dance Instruction, Choreography, Business Management, Training, Stage, Management, Marketing, Event Management, Event Planning, Dance Education, Dance, Art
Education
Rhode Island College 1991 — 1995
BA, Psychology
Dance Educators of America
Member, All areas of the Performing Arts
Farm Family - Kirk Associates LTD February 2013 - Present
NY Safe Driver January 2014 - Present
Cablevision June 2007 - February 2011
Ultra Diamonds May 2006 - June 2007
Skills
Insurance, Office Management, Teaching, Public Speaking, Life Insurance, Customer Service, Training, Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Defensive Driving, Management, Sales
Education
Insurance Licensing Institute 2013 — 2013
Long Island University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Early Childhood Education
Suffolk County Community College 2005 — 2010
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), With English Emphasis
Rogers & Hollands June 2015 - Present
Ultra Diamonds January 2009 - 2013
Ultra Diamonds December 2007 - January 2009
Rogers Enterprises, Inc January 1997 - January 2007
Rogers Inc. 1997 - 2007
Marks Brothers Jewelers, Inc January 1995 - January 1997
Ray Graham Association January 1985 - January 1995
Ray Graham Association 1985 - 1995
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Team Building, Analysis, Sales, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Control, Merchandise Planning, Inventory Management, Assortment, CPFR, Trend Analysis, Trend, Store Management
Education
North Central College 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts Degree, Sociology/Anthropology
North Central College 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Sociology
Inteliquent September 2015 - Present
Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association March 2013 - September 2015
Ultra Diamonds August 2012 - March 2013
Panasonic Avionics Corporation August 2010 - July 2012
Skills
Forecasting, Accounting, Financial Reporting, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Business Planning, Finance, Analysis, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Variance Analysis, Internal Controls, Cost Accounting, Access, Auditing, Budgets
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2015 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of California, Irvine 2003 — 2008
Abraham Lincoln high School
Columbia Secondary School September 2013 - Present
Manhattan Hunter Science High School August 2012 - December 2012
Michael C. Fina June 2007 - October 2010
Paul Weiss March 2006 - June 2007
Ultra Diamonds March 2005 - March 2006
Zales March 2002 - March 2005
Education
Hunter College 2011 — 2013
M.A., Adolescent Education, Social Studies grades 7-12
Marymount Manhattan College 2001 — 2004
BFA, Political Science
West Chester University of Pennsylvania 2000 — 2001
Musical Theatre
DigitasLBi August 2015 - Present
Gorilla Group January 2015 - August 2015
Gorilla September 2012 - December 2014
The Alzheimer's Association October 2008 - August 2012
Ultra Diamonds Inc. November 2006 - October 2008
Ultra Diamonds November 2004 - November 2006
Ultra Diamonds November 2000 - November 2004
Sunstone Imports January 1998 - November 2000
Rittenhouse Paper March 1994 - December 1997
Skills
Business Analysis, B2B eCommerce, Product Management, Merchandising, Online Branding, Online Merchandising, Sales Support, B2C, B2C marketing, Competitive Analysis, Business Planning, Business Process, Print Production, Procurement, Product Sourcing, RFP preparation, Project Implementation, Staff Management, B2B, Sales Operations, E-commerce, Customer Satisfaction, Cross-functional Team..., Inventory Management, Retail, Leadership, Strategy, Training, Advertising, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Project Management, Budgets, Forecasting, Product Development, Project Planning, Team Building, P&L Management, Recruiting, Management, New Business Development, Customer Service, Analysis, Time Management, Key Account Management, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Account Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1988 — 1992
BS, Marketing and Communications
DePaul University 2008 — 2008
Certificate, Practical Internet Marketing
Impact Thrift Stores September 2011 - Present
Lowe's Home Improvement October 2009 - October 2010
Ultra Diamonds August 2008 - March 2009
Macy's October 2007 - December 2007
Finlay's Jewelry Store February 2006 - August 2007
Boscov's April 2004 - February 2006
Adelphia Communications September 1995 - August 2003
Procter & Gamble January 1987 - September 1994
Education
Philadelphia University 1975 — 1978
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Abington 1972 — 1975
Associate's degree, Parks, Recreation, Leisure, and Fitness Studies
American Outfitters Ltd February 2011 - Present
St. Mark's Lutheran Church January 2008 - Present
USABlueBook May 2006 - March 2010
MSO Medical July 2005 - April 2006
Technical Concepts September 2004 - July 2005
Ultra Diamonds 1998 - 2002
Skills
Brochures, Posters, Catalogs, Sales, Marketing, SEO, Trade Shows, Publishing
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 1997 — 2000
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Visual Communications
Sears Holdings Corporation March 2010 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation April 2003 - February 2010
Sears Holdings Corporation July 2001 - March 2003
Ultra Diamonds April 2000 - June 2001
Sterling Jewelers August 1996 - March 2000
Skills
Assortment, Merchandising, Private Label, JDA, Global Sourcing, Merchandise Planning, Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Income Statement, Product Development, Retail, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Modeling, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Business Strategy, Problem Solving, Operations Management, Budget, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Cost Management, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Inventory Analysis, Labor Control, Order Management, Supply Chain..., Vendor Management, Profit Maximization, Pricing Strategy, Pricing Analysis, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Cross-functional Team..., Product Assortment..., Assortment Optimization, Fashion Buying, Visual Merchandising, Project Planning, Project Management
Education
Grove City College
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accountin & Financial Management
TKDA October 2011 - Present
Ultra Diamonds March 2010 - February 2011
Mattawan Women's Swim Team August 2004 - November 2010
Tower Pinkster July 2008 - September 2009
TMP Associates Inc. August 2004 - August 2006
Bronson Athletic Club August 2005 - February 2006
Skills
CAD, Revit, SketchUp, Illustrator, Photoshop, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office
Education
University of Michigan 2006 — 2008
Bachelor of Science In Architecture, Architecture
Kalamazoo Valley Community College 2004 — 2006
Associates, Applied Sciences in Architecture
Mattawan High School 2001 — 2004
Ultra Diamonds February 1997 - July 2007
Service Merchandise May 1982 - February 1997
Skills
FMLA, Payroll, Interviews, Personnel Management, Management, Human Resources, Grievances, HR Policies, Customer Service, EEOC, Sales, Workers Compensation, Operations Management, Hiring, Employee Relations, Recruiting
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1991 — 1994
MSIR, Industrial Labor Relations/Human Resources
Loyola University Chicago 1982 — 1986
Bachelors of Science, Psychology & Fine Arts
Ultra Diamonds Assistant Vice President of TrainingUltra DiamondsMarch 2006 - Present
Blockbuster August 2003 - February 2006
Blockbuster Video 2003 - 2006
FAO Schwarz 1999 - 2003
Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Sands Casino Resort Bethlehem August 2014 - Present
Helzberg Diamonds May 2013 - November 2013
Ultra Diamonds November 2011 - October 2012
Robbins Diamonds April 2006 - December 2010
QVC, Inc 1994 - 2007
Skills
visual merchandising, all aspects of..., store management, non-profit grant writing, budget development, accounts payable, accounts receivable, Management, Grant Writing, Luxury Goods, Accounts Payable, Personnel Management, Pricing, Accounts Receivable, Diamonds, Retail Sales, Merchandising, Retail, Profit, Budgets, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Hiring, Loss Prevention, Sales, Jewelry, Fashion, Customer Service
Education
Pennsylvania State University - Main Campus 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Individual and Family Studies
Texas Christian University
Psychology
Sears Holdings Corporation May 2013 - 2015
US Foods May 2012 - May 2013
Ulta Salon,Cosmetics & Fragrance February 2010 - January 2012
Ultra Diamonds February 2005 - January 2009
Schwarz Supply Source February 2001 - February 2005
Montgomery Wards February 1998 - February 2001
Skills
Replenishment, Analysis, Forecasting, Product Allocation, Sourcing, Projections, Planning, Inventory Management, SAP, SAP BW, E-commerce, AS400, Cognos, Planograms, MMS, Merchandising, Buying, Trend Analysis, Excel, JDA, Prism, Merlin, Project Planning, CPFR, Microsoft Excel, Asset Allocation, IBM iSeries, Retail, Merchandise Planning, Retail Buying, Fashion, Trend, Assortment, Inventory Control, Process Improvement, Profit, Sales, Management, Visual Merchandising, Pricing, Customer Service
Education
Northeastern Illinois University
Home Sweet Home April 2012 - Present
Ultra Diamonds October 2011 - April 2012
Home Sweet Home January 2010 - September 2011
55th Wing Public Affairs July 2009 - September 2009
The Western Front March 2009 - June 2009
Klipsun January 2009 - March 2009
The Western Front June 2008 - August 2008
The Clipper September 2006 - June 2007
Child Development Center July 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Analytical Abilities, Attention To Detail, Building Positive..., Collaborative, Communications, Continuous Improvement, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Creative Problem Solving, Customer Focus, Customer Service, Decision Making, Event Planning, Highly Adaptable, Organizational..., Media Liason, Public Relations, Quality Oriented, Team Leadership, Writing, AP Style, Media Relations, Social Media, Public Speaking, Event Management, Non-profits, Storytelling, Ap Style, Newspapers, Facebook, Nonprofits, Press Releases, Editing, Journalism, Leadership
Education
Western Washington University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Art, Journalism/Public Relations, Psychology (minor)
Everett Community College 2004 — 2007
Associate of Arts and Sciences, Journalism
Allstate November 2010 - Present
TechnologyMD November 2007 - November 2010
Ultra Diamonds 2004 - 2007
Skills
Process Improvement, Analysis, Business Analysis, Windows Server, Active Directory, SCCM, Microsoft Office, Vendor Management, Information Technology, Troubleshooting, Windows 7, Microsoft Exchange, Citrix, Servers, Operating Systems, Windows XP, Management, Windows, VPN, Laptops, OS X, Blackberry Enterprise..., Customer Service
Education
Microsoft Learning Solutions
Configuring, Managing and Maintaining Windows Server 2008 Servers
DeVry University 2002 — 2006
CIS
Oakton Community College 2000 — 2002
General Education
National Stores Inc. February 2008 - October 2008
Wilsons Leather August 2002 - February 2008
Ultra Diamonds September 2000 - August 2002
The Bombay Company February 1995 - September 2000
Education
San Antonio College 2007 — 2008
Certification, Corporated Trainer
San Antonio College 2006 — 2007
Certification, Human Resources Generalist
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-Newark 1990 — 1995
B.S., Criminal Justice/Accounting
immaculate conception high school 1986 — 1990
Ultra Diamonds June 2009 - June 2013
Whitehall Jewellers September 1985 - February 2009
Skills
Retail Sales Experience, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Retail, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Luxury Goods, Sales, POS, Inventory Management, Jewelry, Recruiting, Income Statement, Sales Operations, Profit, Fashion, P&L Management, Team Building, Merchandise Planning, Retail Sales, Store Operations, Wholesale, Hiring, Assortment, Trend Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, Associate Development, Watches, P&L
Education
Carthage College 1983 — 1985
BA, Business and Marketing
College of DuPage 1981 — 1983
Assoc, Business and Accouting
Loyola University of Chicago 1979 — 1980
Certified Dental Assistant
Albert's Diamond Jewelers 2006 - 2008
STULLER August 2002 - April 2005
Lester Lampert 2004 - 2005
Ultra Diamonds 2001 - 2002
Zales 1999 - 2001
ServiceMaster 1990 - 2000
Service Merchandise 1995 - 1999
Skills
Purchasing, Retail, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Production, Budgeting, Fine Jewelry, Merchandising, Vendor Relations, Retail Management, Profit, Product Development, Promotions, Sourcing, Manufacturing, Trade Shows, Jewelry, Customer Service, Fashion, Team Building, Negotiation, Public Relations, Customer Relations, Planning, Brand Development, E-commerce, Strategic Planning, Logistics, Jewelry Design, Wholesale, Diamonds, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, Event Management, Team Leadership, Problem Solving, Operations Management, Sales Management, Visual Merchandising, Buying, Budgets, Watches, Luxury, Leadership, Marketing, Pricing, Store Management, Gold, Social Media Marketing
Education
Gemological Institute of America
AJP / D.G. / Pearl Grading, Diamond Grading and Color Gem I.D.
Diamond Council of America 2006 — 2007
Diamond Certification
Rockhurst University 2007 — 2010
Safety Certification, OSHA compliance and recordkeeping regulations
Purdue University Calumet
Communications
Independent October 2013 - Present
The Education Center July 2014 - November 2014
Lowes Foods January 2013 - July 2014
Link Fish Media, Inc. October 2009 - December 2012
G-Force Marketing Solutions May 2011 - December 2011
Ultra Diamonds July 2008 - October 2009
Royal Villas Resort in Mazatlan, Mexico January 2007 - May 2007
David's Bridal 2007 - 2007
Skills
Spanish, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Google Analytics, SEO, Microsoft Office, Marketing Research, Negotiation, PowerPoint, Youth Mentoring, Social Media Marketing, Adobe Creative Suite, Advertising, Blogging, Creative Writing, Customer Service, Editing, Email Marketing, Facebook, HTML, Marketing, Online Advertising, Photoshop, Social Media, Social Networking
Education
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 2010 — 2012
MBA, Marketing
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's, Marketing, International Business
Universidad de Castilla-La Mancha 2008 — 2008
Spanish
Tecnológico de Monterrey 2007 — 2007
Business
Mattress Firm July 2014 - Present
Kay Jewelers March 2014 - July 2014
Ultra Diamonds May 2012 - March 2014
USA Discounters/Fletcher's Jewelers March 2009 - December 2012
Sterling Jewelers April 2008 - March 2009
Gordon's Jewelers (Zale Corporation) August 1999 - February 2008
Skills
Retail Management, Loss Prevention, Hiring, Retail, P&L, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Customer Service, Team Building, Customer Relations, Coaching, Employee Relations, Budgeting, Store Management, Sales Management, P&L Management, Inventory Control, Selling, Problem Solving, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Scheduling, Excel, Performance Management, Public Speaking, Word, Team Leadership, Team Management, Budgets, Store Operations, Visual Merchandising, District Management, Multi-unit, Driving Results
Education
Liberty University 2010 — 2013
Psychology
LZ Entertainment, LLC June 2014 - Present
George's Comfort Cuisine, LLC April 2013 - January 2014
Paramount Gaming January 2011 - January 2013
Illinois Gaming Management August 2009 - December 2010
Ultra Diamonds June 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Marketing, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Jewelry, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Brand Development, Retail, Merchandising
Education
Saint Xavier University 1987 — 1991
BA, Art
Holy Family
Ultra Diamonds Sales AssociateZaleApril 2004 - November 2008
Perfumania May 2003 - June 2004
Caravell Recording Studio April 2000 - April 2001
Education
Drury University 1999 — 2000
psychology
Millikin University 1983 — 1985
art/photography
Broadview Academy 1980 — 1983
general, psychology
Rohrich Toyota February 2014 - Present
Century 3 Kia August 2010 - September 2013
Ultra Diamonds July 2008 - August 2009
United States Air Force January 1985 - April 2008
Skills
Security Clearance, System Administration
Education
Community College of the Air Force 1989 — 2008
Criminal Justice
Ultra Diamonds July 2008 - February 2011
Finlay Fine Jewelry June 2003 - July 2008
Friedmans Jewelers February 2001 - September 2002
Sterling Jewelers December 1985 - January 2001
Andrew Grima Ltd. London, England June 1984 - September 1985
Skills
Merchandising, Multi-unit, Retail, P&L Management, CPFR, Jewelry, Inventory Management, Income Statement, Inventory Control, Profit, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Hiring, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, Merchandise Planning, Driving Results, Retail Sales, Assortment, Trend Analysis, POS, Wholesale, Customer Satisfaction, Fashion, Sales, Forecasting, Luxury Goods, Employee Training, New Store Openings, P&L, Multi-channel Retail, Trend, Purchasing, Sales Operations, Team Building, Sales Management, Leadership, Management, Recruiting, Sourcing, Training, Time Management, Process Scheduler
Education
The Ohio State University 1976 — 1980
BS, Business Administration
University of Oxford 1979 — 1979
Certificate of Achievement, Economics
The Center For Family Support April 2009 - Present
Flextronics Inc. July 2008 - January 2009
Aerosoles April 2008 - July 2008
Ultra Diamonds May 2007 - January 2008
Education
Metropolitan College of New York - School of Business 2009 — 2012
Bachelor, Business Administration
Ultra Diamonds April 2002 - November 2013
Crescent Jewelers January 1983 - 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Retail, Sales, Jewelry, Profit, Store Operations, Retail Sales, Inventory Control, Driving Results, Inventory Management, Multi-unit, Assortment, P&L, District Management, CPFR
Education
Skyline College 1984 — 1986
Business
Oak Park River Forest 1980 — 1981
Business Classes
Steinetz 1977 — 1981
High School Diploma, CWT Program
Ultra Diamonds/Sterling Jewelers, Inc. March 2011 - June 2013
Ultra Diamonds September 2007 - March 2011
Sterling Jewelers March 2006 - August 2007
American Eagle Outfitters February 2003 - March 2006
American Eagle Outfitters May 2002 - February 2003
Skills
Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Merchandise Planning, Store Management, Merchandising, Retail, Sales, Luxury Goods, Recruiting, Inventory Management, Marketing, Inventory Control, Profit, Leadership, Fashion, Jewelry, Training, Management, Wholesale, Store Operations, POS, Retail Sales, Trend Analysis, Assortment, Planograms, Driving Results, Trend, District Management, Apparel, Hiring, Income Statement, Multi-unit, Window Displays, P&L Management, Marketing Strategy, Styling, Customer Satisfaction, Associate Development, Budgets, New Store Openings, Shrinkage, Watches, Time Management, Multi-channel Retail, P&L, Department Stores, New Store Development, Employee Training, Brand Awareness, Retail Design
Education
Hudson Valley Community College 2000 — 2002
A.A.S., Liberal Arts
Community College of Baltimore County January 2012 - Present
Ultra Diamonds November 2010 - January 2011
Fire and Ice, inc July 2009 - July 2010
Fire and Ice April 2003 - April 2009
Fire and Ice April 1997 - May 2003
Skills
Microsoft Word, Purchasing, Microsoft Excel, Sales, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Time Management, Apparel, Merchandising, Store Management, Budgets, Retail Sales
Education
The Maryland Institute College of Art 1998 — 2000
Jewerly design
Towson University 1986 — 1990
Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Vitamin World November 2013 - Present
Ultra Diamonds November 2010 - November 2013
Zale March 2008 - February 2010
Ultra Diamonds July 2001 - September 2007
Skills
Income Statement, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Customer Service, Leadership, Multi-unit, Retail, Coaching, Sales, P&L Management, Training, Profit, Inventory Control, Strategic Planning, P, Multi-Unit
Education
Gemological Institute of America 1972 — 1973
GG earned in residence, Gemology
Na Hoku Jewelers - Hawaii's Finest Jewelers Since 1924 June 2013 - Present
Ultra Diamonds December 2012 - June 2013
Sal Vargas Fine Jewelers August 2012 - December 2012
Accurate Jewelry Appraisals March 2008 - August 2012
Markman's Diamonds and Fine Jewelry July 2000 - August 2007
Zales Jewelers July 1998 - July 2000
Bailey Banks & Biddle Fine Jewelers September 1996 - July 1998
Christian Bernard Fine Jewelers July 1993 - September 1996
Education
Gemological Institute of America 1991 — 2001
Graduate Gemologist, Diamond Grading, Gem Identification
Jewelry Insurance Appraisal Institute 2007 — 2007
Certified Insurance Appraiser, Appraising Jewelry to ACCORD guidelines and ethics
Pellissippi State College 2009 — 2010
Psychology, Liberal Arts
Trendline Interactive August 2014 - Present
Trendline Interactive August 2013 - August 2014
CareerBuilder.com November 2010 - August 2013
Ultra Diamonds November 2008 - November 2010
Ultra Diamonds May 2006 - November 2008
Marshall Field's May 2005 - August 2006
Seton Hall University December 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Email Marketing, Marketing, Newsletters, Editing, Customer Service, Time Management, Digital Marketing, Online Advertising, Web Analytics, Online Marketing, Sales, Facebook, Dreamweaver, Advertising, Social Networking, Google Analytics
Education
DePaul University 2007 — 2009
Masters of Arts, 2009, English
Seton Hall University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, 2007; English; studies on Medieval and Eighteenth Century literature
Morgan Park High School 1999 — 2003
Graduate of Fine Arts, International Baccalaureate
Puma January 2015 - Present
Puma January 2014 - January 2015
Puma March 2011 - January 2014
Ultra Diamonds August 2006 - May 2012
TJX February 2009 - December 2010
TJX January 2008 - February 2009
TJX November 2006 - January 2008
Skills
Merchandising, Merchandise Planning, Fashion, Inventory Management, Leadership, Negotiation, Purchasing, Retail, Inventory Control
Education
Roger Williams University 2002 — 2006
Bachelors, Business Management Major, Psych Minor
King Philip HS
Fitness First April 2012 - August 2012
First Fitness Gym April 2012 - August 2012
Ultra Diamonds October 2011 - January 2012
Ultra Diamond at Filene’s Basement October 2011 - January 2012
Matchbox July 2011 - August 2011
Productions June 2009 - September 2010
20/20 Productions June 2009 - July 2010
Circuit City May 2008 - March 2009
Vonage, Towson, M.D May 2007 - August 2007
dELiA*s October 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, General Office Duties, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Social Media, Event Management, Sales, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Facebook, Microsoft Excel, Phone Etiquette, Retail Sales, Photoshop
Education
Howard University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communications- Film Production
Towson Catholic High School 2003 — 2007
Currency Exchange International August 2011 - Present
Ultra Diamonds April 2004 - July 2011
H&R Block December 2006 - April 2009
TIA International, Inc. March 2001 - September 2003
TIA International, Inc. March 2001 - September 2003
Philippine National Bank October 1989 - December 1999
Skills
Foreign Exchange, Retail Banking, Commercial Banking, International Trade, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Textiles, Finance, Branch Banking, Tax, Credit, Financial Analysis, Cash Management, Investments, Import Export, Credit Analysis, Management, Loans, Retail, Corporate Finance, Sales Management, Treasury
Education
Silliman University
St. Paul College of Dumaguete City
Accounting and Business/Management
Zale February 2014 - September 2014
Littman Jewelers October 2013 - November 2013
PNC December 2012 - September 2013
Na Hoku Jewelers - Hawaii's Finest Jewelers Since 1924 February 2012 - December 2012
Ultra Diamonds June 2011 - January 2012
Zale June 2010 - June 2011
Sterling Jewelers October 2009 - March 2010
REEDS Jewelers November 2008 - October 2009
Whitehall Jewellers June 2008 - November 2008
B Moss Clothing Co March 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Merchandising, Customer Service, Retail, Jewelry, Visual Merchandising, Data Entry, Training, Time Management, Outlook, Social Networking, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Sales, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Inventory Control, Profit, Event Planning, Team Building, Employee Training, Fashion
Education
Shepherd University 2009 — 2010
Modern Languages
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College 2006 — 2009
Associates of Liberal Arts, Liberal Arts
Musselman High School 2005 — 2006
High School Diploma, Fine Arts/Humanities
Daniels Jewelers April 2015 - Present
Weigels March 2014 - April 2015
Ultra Diamonds 2006 - 2013
Friedman's Jewelers/Crescent Jewelers 1997 - 2005
Skills
Financial Analysis, P&L Management, Income Statement, Retail, Forecasting, Team Building, Leadership, Profit, Strategic Financial..., Inventory Control, Budgets, Sales Management, Merchandising, Management, Strategic Planning, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, Finance, Accounting, Mergers & Acquisitions, Financial Modeling, Analysis, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliation, Auditing, Banking, P&L
Education
Slippery Rock University of Pennsylvania 1994 — 1997
Bachelor's degree, Accounting, 3.6
Credit Systems International Inc March 2008 - Present
Ultra Diamonds August 2005 - March 2008
Bridal Designs January 2005 - August 2005
Education
University of Phoenix 2008 — 2011
BS, Accounting
Collin County Community College
A.A, Business
University of North Texas 2002 — 2005
Music
Waxahachie High School 1997 — 2001
DAP
Robert Lance Jewelers April 2008 - August 2015
Ultra Diamonds 2000 - 2008
Skills
Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Multi-unit, Profit, Merchandise Planning, Sales, Management, Training, Recruiting, Team Leadership, Retail Sales, Payroll, Time Management, Customer Satisfaction, Multi-Unit
Education
Temple University - Fox School of Business and Management 2013 — 2016
Accounting and Finance
Community College of Philadelphia 2007 — 2009
Associate's degree, Accounting and Business/Management
Jos. A. Bank Clothiers August 2014 - Present
Baker Brother Jewelry Repair January 1998 - Present
Zales Jewelers October 2010 - August 2013
Old National Bank 2009 - 2011
Woodforest National Bank May 2007 - July 2008
Friedman's Jewelers January 2001 - March 2007
Friedman's Jewelers March 2005 - June 2005
Ultra Diamonds August 1998 - January 2001
The Diamond Center January 1996 - January 1997
Heilig Meyers Furniture January 1992 - January 1995
Skills
Bench Jeweler, Accomplished Store..., Diamond Council of..., Inventory Management, Retail, Profit, Merchandising, Driving Results, Sales Operations, Loss Prevention, Income Statement, CPFR, Sales Management, Customer Satisfaction, Store Management, Employee Training, Customer Service, Team Building, Retail Sales, Inventory Control, Shrinkage, Recruiting, Management, Hiring, Operations Management, Merchandise Planning, POS, Multi-unit, Store Operations, Forecasting, Sales, P&L Management, Training, Assortment, Visual Merchandising, Interviewing Skills, Leadership, Coaching, Budgets, Time Management, Big Box, Customer Retention, Trend Analysis, Performance Management, Process Scheduler, Apparel, Purchasing, Associate Development, P&L, Planograms
Education
Community College of the Air Force 1985 — 1986
NA, LOGISTICS
Columbus North High School
Diamond Council of America
Ameristar Casino May 2008 - Present
Breckenridge Accommodations November 2006 - April 2008
T Bar M Resort Conference Center August 2006 - November 2006
Movado Group, Inc March 2005 - June 2006
Ultra Diamonds May 2004 - June 2005
Education
Southwest Texas State University 2002 — 2006
Dance / Communication Design
Law Enforcement November 2011 - Present
Lowe's Home Improvement July 2007 - November 2011
Ultra Diamonds November 2010 - August 2011
Vector Marketing June 2007 - August 2007
Welcome Home July 2006 - October 2006
Tommy Hilfiger April 2006 - July 2006
Bass June 2005 - November 2005
Dairy Queen March 2005 - July 2005
Education
Anoka Ramsey Community College 2007 — 2009
N/A, Sociology
College of St. Catherine 2006 — 2007
N/A, N/A
Ultra Diamonds March 2009 - Present
Education
Universidad de Carabobo 1984 — 1990
Licenciatura en Educacion
Santarcangelo Law, LLC May 2015 - August 2015
United States Postal Service August 2014 - December 2014
Tax Court of New Jersey, Honorable Joseph M. Andresini June 2014 - August 2014
Raymour & Flanigan Furniture August 2012 - August 2013
TD Bank Group April 2011 - August 2012
Ultra Diamonds May 2010 - March 2011
Borough of Haledon June 2005 - March 2007
Education
Seton Hall University School of Law 2013 — 2016
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Montclair State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Law
United States Marine Corps January 2009 - Present
Zachary Construction Corp September 2008 - January 2009
Ultra Diamonds September 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Team Leadership, Teaching, Bilingual, Teamwork, Transferable Skills, Security Clearance, Always Punctual, Discipline, Leadership
Education
El Paso Community College 2007 — 2008
Sterling Jewelers September 2010 - Present
Sterling Jewelers May 2009 - September 2010
Whitehall Jewellers September 2006 - January 2009
Ultra Diamonds August 2003 - September 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Sales Management, Sales, Customer Service, Teamwork, Teaching, Training, Team Building, Team Leadership
Education
The university of north carolina at charlotte 2003 — 2007
Bachelors of arts, Elementary Education and Teaching
Bristol Community College 2000 — 2003
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Ultra Diamonds July 2010 - Present
Jared Vault July 2010 - Present
Jos. A. Bank Clothiers May 2006 - June 2012
Oklahoma City May 2000 - January 2005
Skills
Store Management, Profit, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Loss Prevention, Sales, Retail, Training, Retail Sales, Textiles, Store Operations, Management
Education
East Central University
Mechanical Drafting and Mechanical Drafting CAD/CADD
Oklahoma State University
Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, General
Zales The Diamond Store March 2014 - Present
buybuy BABY June 2012 - March 2014
Ultra Diamonds December 2007 - May 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation February 2005 - December 2007
Skills
Retail, Sales, Customer Service, Management, Customer Experience, Jewelry, Store Management, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Inventory Control, Inventory Management
Education
Gemological Institute of America-New York 2010 — 2011
Diamonds, Pearls, Colored Stones & Jewelry
Diamond Council of America 2009 — 2009
Certified Diamontologist & Guild Gemologist, Diamonds and Gem Stones
C & LI PA INC June 2012 - Present
Gap Inc./Gap October 2010 - Present
Ultra Diamonds July 2011 - June 2013
Allegheny County Airport Authority September 2009 - June 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Administrative..., Office Management, Outlook, Research, Teamwork, Office Administration
Education
Community College of Allegheny County 2005 — 2006
None, Medical / Business
Sharpsville High School 1970 — 1973
Diploma, Business / Art
Accenture April 2015 - Present
INOVA Fairfax Hospital December 2009 - Present
Ultra Diamonds October 2007 - January 2009
TJ Maxx March 2006 - September 2007
Burlington Coat Factory July 2005 - March 2006
Capri Jewelers February 2004 - August 2005
Movado September 2004 - October 2004
PERSTEMPO October 2001 - April 2002
ACES April 2001 - September 2001
TAPDB/SIDPERS January 2000 - March 2001
Skills
Databases, Access, Oracle, SQL, Testing, COBOL, PL/SQL, JavaScript, Java, Test Planning, HTML
Education
DeVry University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems; Information Systems Security
Big Lots 2006 - 2014
Michael's Arts and Cafts 2005 - 2007
Horseshoe Casino 2002 - 2004
American Library Association 2001 - 2002
Ultra Diamonds 1999 - 2001
Equity Residential 1998 - 1999
Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children's Hospital of Chicago 1992 - 1998
Skills
Account Reconciliation, Employee Benefits, Compliance, Corporate Law, Accounts Payable, ADP Payroll, HR Policies, HRIS, Event Management, Hospitality Management, Database Administration, Tutoring, Adult Education, Employee Relations, Employee Training
Education
Chicago State University 2008 — 2014
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Occupational Therapy,, Craft Arts for use in Occupational
George Washington High School, 10th ward, Chicago Illinois 1977 — 1981
Bank of America September 2014 - Present
Littman Jewlers July 2011 - September 2014
Mayors Jewelers August 2008 - March 2011
Mayors Jewelers August 2007 - January 2008
Zales Diamond Store Outlet January 2006 - June 2007
Ultra Diamonds January 2004 - January 2005
Skills
Research, Sales, Sales Growth, Client Relations, Client Services, Client Expectations..., Writing, Creative Writing, Editing, Analysis, Microsoft Office, Creative Solutions, Sales Management, Time Management, Team Management, Internal Audit, Inventory Management, Budget Management, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Literary Criticism, Literature, Adaptive Leadership
Education
University of South Florida 2014 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General, Education
Florida SouthWestern State College
Associate's degree, General Studies
Florida Gulf Coast University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters, Education