Venture Stores
Industry: Retail-store company
DescriptionVenture Stores, Inc. was a chain of retail stores aimed at the discount department store market. John Geisse, formerly of Target Stores, and May Department Stores Executive Vice President Dave Babcock founded the chain in 1968. Ceased operations: 1998 Founder: John Geisse Founded: 1968, St. Louis, MO Headquarters: O'Fallon, MO Number of employees: 10,000 Fate: Bankruptcy
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Venture Stores Employees
USA Mortgage November 2008 - Present
Keystone Financial June 2006 - November 2008
First Integrity Mortgage Services May 2002 - June 2006
Old Kent Bank Mortgage Services June 1998 - May 2002
Venture Stores May 1995 - June 1998
Wetterau/Supervalu February 1988 - May 1995
Anheuser-Busch February 1986 - May 1988
Skills
Banking, Sales, Finance, Purchasing, Customer Service, Marketing, Budgets, Retail, Inventory Management, Management, Merchandising, Mortgage Lending, FHA, Refinance, Loans, Financial Analysis, Residential Homes, USDA, Real Estate Transactions, Loan Origination, New Business Development, Reverse Mortgages, Underwriting, Credit Analysis, Negotiation, Business Development, Certified Mortgage..., Referrals, FHA financing, Real Estate, Analysis, Mortgage Banking, VA loans, Investment Properties, Coaching, Sellers, HUD, Investments, Small Business, Sales Management, Credit, Residential Mortgages, Short Sales, Real Estate Financing, Foreclosures, First Time Home Buyers, Relocation, Commercial Lending, REO, Strategic Planning
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1978 — 1981
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice, Business and Marketing.
St. Louis Community College at Meramec 1976 — 1978
Business Administration and Management, General
Walmart Stores, Inc. 2011 - 2013
Walmart Stores 1996 - 2011
Venture Stores 1985 - 1996
Borg-Warner Automotive 1978 - 1985
Education
Washington University in St. Louis 1981 — 1985
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Finance, General
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1973 — 1978
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Boxcar Communications January 2000 - Present
Countrywide Home Loans January 1998 - December 1999
Rockwell Federal Credit Union January 1990 - January 1998
Venture Stores January 1988 - January 1990
Skills
Strategy, Marketing Communications, Creative Direction, Direct Marketing, CRM, Copywriting, Marketing Management, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Direct Mail, Newsletters, Management
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Journalism, Advertising
Academia Latinoamericana de Español
Enterprise Holdings November 2013 - Present
Enterprise Holdings Inc. July 2011 - October 2013
Phoenix Creative Co. March 1999 - February 2010
Fleishman-Hillard Inc. 1998 - 1999
Venture Stores 1992 - 1998
Skills
Advertising, Account Management, Brand Development, Creative Direction, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Retail, Event Management, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Online Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Management
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1980 — 1984
B.A., Communications/Public Relations and Journalism
Comcast March 2015 - Present
Comcast Cable December 2010 - March 2015
Comcast Cable January 2003 - December 2010
AT&T November 1996 - December 2002
Venture Stores December 1993 - March 1996
Skills
Broadcast, Telecommunications, Digital Media, Graphics, VoIP, Video, Broadband, Broadcast Television, Digital Video, Photos
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication, Mass Communication and Studio Art
Fossil Group, Inc. 2014 - Present
Thomas Doelling Photography 2007 - Present
Kohl's Department Stores 1998 - 2007
Venture Stores 1997 - 1998
Skills
Digital Photography, Commercial Photography, Photoshop, Mac, PC, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, QuarkXPress, InDesign, Fashion, Final Cut Pro, Commercial Product..., Studio Lighting, Color Correction, Adobe Creative Suite, Fine Art Photography, Illustrator, Multimedia, Color Management, Packaging, Art Direction, Still Life, Image Editing, Digital Imaging, Pre-press, Photography, Capture One, Editorial, Graphics, On Location, Lightroom, Time Management, Advertising, Portraits, Magazines, Studio Photography, Fashion Photography, Catalogs, Portrait Photography, OS X, Fine Art, Flyers, Creative Direction, Image Manipulation, Photos, Photo Shoots, Layout, Graphic Design
Education
Webster University 1988 — 1991
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Photography/Media Communications
St. Louis Community College 1986 — 1988
YRC Freight 1999 - Present
Kmart Corporation 1994 - January 1999
Venture Stores 1989 - 1993
Education
University of Central Missouri 1979 — 1984
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
Warranty Processing, Inc. February 1999 - Present
Venture Stores September 1987 - May 1998
Prange's Dept. Store June 1974 - February 1987
Skills
Customer Service, Purchasing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Office Management, Inventory Management, Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable, Budgets, Sales, Team Building
Education
Rock Valley College 1975 — 1977
Guilford High School 1971 — 1975
College Prep
SSM Health Care March 2012 - Present
SIRVA Relocation September 2000 - June 2012
Ameritech Cellular - Verizon Wireless November 1995 - September 2000
Venture Stores July 1990 - November 1995
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1983 — 1988
Bachelors, History
Ulta June 2012 - November 2014
Charming Charlie September 2011 - June 2012
Gordmans September 1997 - July 2011
Gordmans March 2004 - November 2006
Marshall's June 1997 - September 1997
Just for Feet February 1997 - June 1997
Lil' Things February 1995 - February 1997
Venture Stores October 1971 - December 1994
Skills
Merchandising, Profit, Sales, Training, Marketing, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Multi-unit, Big Box, Driving Results, Shrinkage, Store Operations, Retail, Inventory Control, Apparel, Inventory Management, New Store Development, Retail Sales, New Store Openings, District Management, Merchandise Planning, Planograms, Associate Development, Multi-Unit Management
Education
Central Missouri State University
Connecticut Business Systems February 2003 - Present
Fleet Capital Corporation 2000 - 2002
Casual Corner 1997 - 2000
Venture Stores 1996 - 1997
Lechmere 1994 - 1996
Skills
Contract Negotiation, Management, Customer Service, Cross-functional Team..., Highly detail oriented, Organization, Self-starter, Reliability, Project Coordination, Multi Tasking, Consistency, Analytics, Retail Buying, Retail Financial...
Education
Paier College of Art Inc 1981 — 1983
Associates of Fine Arts, Commercial Photography
Center for Culinary Arts
Certificate, Baking and Pastry Arts/Baker/Pastry Chef
Mesa Academy for Advanced Studies PTO 2010 - 2012
Pottery Barn 2002 - 2004
Tusten Home Owners Association 1998 - 2004
May Merchandising Company 1995 - 2000
Venture Stores 1993 - 1995
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Social Media, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Public Relations, Training, Coaching, Non-profits, Event Planning
Education
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
CTA - Christian Tools of Affirmation April 2015 - Present
Freelance for Marvel Comics January 2010 - October 2014
Progressive Balloons & Gifts July 2013 - September 2014
Betallic LLC March 1997 - January 2013
Save-A-Lot 1988 - 1997
Venture Stores 1976 - 1988
Skills
Illustration, Packaging, Vector Illustration, Digital Illustration, Posters, Catalogs, Typography, Brochures, Photoshop, InDesign, Advertising, Graphics, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
St. Louis Community College 1979 — 1985
Commercial and Advertising Art
Moroch July 2001 - Present
Harris & Love/Riester December 1996 - June 2001
The Waylon Co. July 1993 - June 1996
Glennon June 1988 - June 1993
Venture Stores November 1985 - May 1988
Edison Brothers Stores August 1983 - October 1985
Skills
Team Building, Franchising, Interactive Marketing, Restaurants, Marketing Strategy, Relationship Marketing, Inventory Management, Brand Development, Marketing, Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Digital Strategy, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Creative Direction, Social Media
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Journalism, Broadcast Sequence
Lindbergh High School 1975 — 1979
Resource One January 1998 - Present
Venture Stores March 1995 - December 1997
Venture Stores February 1993 - March 1995
Venture Stores November 1989 - February 1993
Service Merchandise February 1986 - November 1989
Service Merchandise September 1985 - February 1986
Service Merchandise May 1984 - September 1985
Skills
Market Planning, Income Statement, National Accounts, Wal-Mart, CPFR, Direct Sales, Market Research, Trade Marketing, Wholesale, Budgets, Retail, IRI, Sales Operations, Pricing, Key Account Development, Cross-functional Team..., P&L Responsibility, Customer Insight, Sales & Marketing..., Sales Plan, Key Account Management, Competitive Analysis, JDA, Multi-channel Retail, Sales, FMCG, Profit, Leadership, Categorization, New Business Development, Planograms, Merchandise Planning, Inventory Management, B2B, Logistics, Marketing Management, Nielsen, Tactical Planning, Retail Sales, People Development, Inventory Control, Shopper Marketing, Brand Management, Team Building, Store Management, Sales Process, Demand Planning, P&L
Education
University of Florida 1980 — 1984
Business Administration (Marketing)
The Legal Center, LLC December 1999 - Present
Venture Stores 1996 - 1996
Education
Washington University in St. Louis
Doctor of Law (J.D.), Law
University of Cincinnati College of Business
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Quantitative Analysis / Finance
Medart Inc February 1990 - Present
SnyderGeneral Corporation June 1989 - January 1990
Venture Stores June 1988 - June 1989
Skills
Continuous Improvement, Purchasing, Microsoft Office, Supply Chain Management, Sales Operations, Lean Manufacturing, Microsoft Excel, Management, Business Strategy, Process Improvement
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1985 — 1987
BS, Marketing
Public Storage April 2015 - Present
YUM! Brands, Inc. January 2011 - April 2015
YUM! Brands, Inc. January 2001 - January 2011
Kohl's Department Stores August 1998 - January 2001
Venture Stores June 1989 - July 1998
Skills
Security Management, Security, Security Operations, CCTV, IP Cameras, Safety, Security System Design, Background Checks, Security Audits, Internal Audit, Safety Training Programs, Asset Protection, Budget Process, Capital Budgeting, Employee Training, Investigation, Executive Protection, Physical Security, Defensive Driving, Accident Investigation, Workers Compensation, General Insurance, Safety Management..., Internal Theft..., Theft Prevention, Campus Security, Security Event..., Loss Prevention
Education
University of Central Missouri 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
ISMA Leadership Program - Georgetown University
Certificate
Custom Edge Shears and All-Nutrient hair care systems September 2012 - May 2015
The Mundwiller Family June 1998 - September 2012
Heil Beauty Supply 1996 - 1998
State Beauty Suppy St Louis 1994 - 1996
Venture Stores 1992 - 1994
Norwood Hills Country Club 1990 - 1992
Mr. Guy Retail Store 1988 - 1989
Skills
Customer Service, Entrepreneurship, New Business Development, Retail, Event Planning, Account Management, Merchandising, Fashion Consultant, Personal Shopper, Sales Process, Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Sales, Marketing, Sales Operations, Business Development
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Science, Textile and Apparel Management
Discount Coffee.com, Inc June 1996 - Present
Venture Stores 1992 - 1998
Wal-Mart 1982 - 1992
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Strategy, New Business Development, E-commerce, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Sales Process, Retail, Customer Service, Online Marketing, Sales, Web Design, Social Networking, Direct Sales
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1978 — 1982
BS, Merchandising/Business
Menagerie Models October 2013 - January 2015
West County Chamber of Commerce May 2011 - July 2013
Menagerie Models August 2009 - October 2011
Dillards October 2001 - June 2009
Studio 612 Vertis Communications May 1999 - October 2001
Venture Stores March 1993 - October 1996
Skills
Creative Direction, Advertising, Editing, Media Relations, Social Media, Art Direction, Photography, Copywriting, Publicity, Membership Development, InDesign, Account Management, Branding & Identity, Apparel, Customer Retention, Email Marketing, Digital Photography, Retail, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Market Planning, Digital Marketing, Nonprofits, Press Releases, SEO, Public Relations, Event Management, Blogging, Online Marketing, Strategic Planning, Social Media Marketing, Photo Shoots, Corporate Communications, Public Speaking, Collateral, Newsletters, Business Development, Brand Management, Direct Marketing, Brand Development, Trade Shows, Team Building, Customer Service, Event Planning, Leadership, Photoshop, Integrated Marketing, Facebook, Direct Mail, Sales
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1983 — 1988
BA, Communications
Advance Auto Parts July 2014 - Present
Mokena Schools 159 February 2013 - Present
Circle K Convenience Stores (HK) Ltd October 2012 - September 2013
Robert Morris University, January 2012 - May 2012
Burnes & Libman February 2012 - April 2012
MV Transportation November 2004 - January 2010
Summer Song, Inc April 2002 - October 2004
Americall Group, Inc. January 2000 - January 2003
Gas City, LTD January 1998 - January 2000
Venture Stores June 1995 - May 1997
Skills
Customer Service, Inventory Management, Sales Management, Microsoft Office, Employee Relations, Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Administration, Team Building, Purchasing, Coaching, Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Supervisory Skills, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Accounts Payable, Budgets, Sales
Education
Robert Morris College 2010 — 2012
BBA, Business Administration
Joliet Jr. College 1996 — 2000
Associate of Applied Science, Marketing Management
Sales Manager January 2014 - Present
Freds Inc August 2011 - January 2014
Wal-Mart April 1997 - August 2011
Venture Stores February 1990 - March 1997
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, CPFR, Advertising, Cross-functional Team..., P&L Management, Planograms, Merchandise Planning, Profit, Inventory Management, Store Management, Assortment, Private Label, Visual Merchandising, Wal-Mart, Budgets, Forecasting, Income Statement, Loss Prevention, Apparel, Store Operations, Trend Analysis, Management, Leadership, Sales, P&L Responsibility, Inventory Control, Product Development, Team Building, P&L, Consumer Products, Competitive Analysis, Grocery, Marketing Strategy, Pricing, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Planning Budgeting &..., Planning Budgeting
Education
Saint Louis University 1985 — 1988
BS, Marketing
Coaching 2 Win September 2009 - Present
Cap Gemini Ernst & Young 1998 - 2004
Ernst & Young 1996 - 1998
Ernst & Young 1994 - 1996
Ernst & Young 1993 - 1994
Venture Stores 1991 - 1993
Skills
Management Consulting, Leadership Development, Change Management, Program Management, Leadership, Coaching, Management, Training, Consulting, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Employee Training, Start-ups, Business Analysis, Mentoring, Business Planning, Team Building, Organizational..., Small Business, Business Process..., Personal Development, Executive Management, Business Coaching, Talent Management, Executive Coaching, Business Strategy, Requirements Analysis, Project Management, Interviews, Business Transformation, Entrepreneurship, Public Speaking, Emotional Intelligence, Executive Development, Workshop Facilitation, Performance Improvement
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign - College of Business 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Minor in Psychology
Caleres, Inc. February 2015 - Present
Brown Shoe Company January 2009 - Present
Brown Shoe Company January 2003 - January 2009
NATURALIZER RETAIL FASHION & ACCESSORIES May 2001 - January 2003
RALSTON PURINA COMPANY March 2000 - May 2001
MERIDIAN ENTERPRISES, INC February 1997 - March 2000
AQUARIUS LTD., INC May 1996 - February 1997
VENTURE STORES October 1995 - May 1996
WILD PAIR February 1994 - October 1995
PRINCE GARDNER, INC January 1986 - January 1994
Skills
Trend Analysis, Trend Research, Catalog Design and copy, Fashion, Merchandising, Creative Direction, Trend, Retail, Styling, Marketing, Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Footwear, Forecasting, Sales, Graphic Design, Management, Strategy, Budgets, Shoes, Apparel, Competitive Analysis, Pricing, Product Marketing, Advertising, Wholesale, Copywriting, Brand Management, Visual Merchandising, Trade Shows, Fashion Design, Brand Development, E-commerce, Handbags, Packaging, Trend Forecasting
Education
Webster University 2000 — 2003
MA, Business
University of Missouri-Columbia 1981 — 1983
Bachelor of Journalism, advertising
University of Missouri-Columbia
BACHELOR, JOURNALISM; ADVERTISING
WEBSTER UNIVERSTIY - ST. LOUIS
MASTER OF ARTS, BUSINESS
BlueLinx Corporation January 2006 - Present
FedEx Kinkos February 2005 - December 2005
Payless ShoeSource January 1996 - October 2004
Venture Stores 1981 - 1996
Skills
Lotus Notes
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1978 — 1980
BS, Business; Fashion Merchandising
University of Missouri - St. Louis 1976 — 1978
General
Parkway North 1973 — 1976
American Medical Response December 2014 - Present
Aon Hewitt (Randstad) October 2014 - December 2014
CHI St. Luke's Health August 2014 - September 2014
CVS August 2008 - May 2014
Cash America October 1999 - August 2008
Western Auto January 1997 - October 1999
National Tire Dealers and Retreaders Association August 1993 - December 1996
Venture Stores April 1992 - August 1993
Hills Department Stores May 1989 - May 1991
Skills
Recruiting, Employee Relations, Onboarding, Performance Management, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, HRIS, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, Coaching, HR Policies, Benefits Administration, PeopleSoft, Organizational..., Training, Team Building, Policy, Conflict Resolution, Applicant Tracking..., Hiring, Employee Training, Personnel Management, HR Consulting, Technical Recruiting, Workforce Planning, Deferred Compensation, Labor Relations, Training Delivery, Leadership, Employee Engagement, Change Management, Employment Law, Team Leadership
Education
Purdue University 1985 — 1989
B.A., Telecommunications Technology
La Porte High School 1982 — 1985
Diploma, College Prep
Canis Majoris LLC July 2008 - Present
Mom365 April 2014 - December 2014
GroupM Next January 2011 - March 2014
Mobile Armor August 2008 - March 2009
Elsevier / MC Strategies July 2005 - August 2008
Kerman Marketing 1995 - 2007
Paramount Apparel International 2003 - 2004
GE Capital 2001 - 2002
Paul Flum Ideas 1998 - 2001
Venture Stores 1996 - 1998
Skills
Leadership, Learning Management, Training Management, Change Management, Learning Management..., Instructional Design, Project Management, Photography, Content Development, Online Marketing, Digital Marketing, SEO, SEM, Online Advertising, Google Analytics, Social Media Marketing, Advertising, Google Adwords, Marketing Communications, PPC, Creative Direction, Marketing, Digital Media, Social Media, Dreamweaver, Marketing Strategy, Facebook, Public Relations, Lead Generation, Writing, User Experience, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, E-commerce, Training, Product Marketing, Salesforce.com, CRM, Direct Mail, Editing, Email Marketing, Digital Strategy, Search Advertising, B2B, Marketing Management, Web Analytics, Web Design, Employee Training, Mobile Marketing, Technical Training
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis
BA, Communications, Writing
Webster University
MA, Communications
Best Buy 2012 - July 2014
Best Buy January 2009 - June 2012
Best Buy/Geek Squad November 2007 - January 2009
Best Buy October 2004 - November 2007
Best Buy March 2003 - October 2004
Best Buy February 2001 - March 2003
Best Buy May 1999 - March 2001
APS Big A Auto parts January 1997 - February 1999
Venture Stores 1985 - 1997
Skills
Inventory Management, Retail, Customer Service, Sales, Inventory Control, Big Box, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Customer Satisfaction, Income Statement, Customer Experience, Store Management, Team Building, Hiring, Sales Operations, Profit, Leadership, Budgets, Forecasting, Management, P&L Management, Operations Management, Store Operations, Cross-functional Team..., Employee Training, Team Leadership, P&L, Customer Retention, Multi-channel Retail
Education
St. Louis Community College 1988 — 2000
Aviation/Airway Management and Operations
Richland Community College 1980 — 1981
Business Administration and Management, General
Stanley Security Solutions April 2002 - Present
Applebees International June 1999 - August 2001
Westlake Hardware March 1995 - June 1999
Venture Stores August 1991 - March 1995
Skills
Loss Prevention, Physical Security, Security Management, Surveillance, Corporate Security, CCTV, Asset Protection, Intrusion Detection, Security, Video over IP, Access Control, Sales Management, Key Account Management, IP Cameras, Alarm Systems, Biometrics, Account Management, National Accounts, Video Analytics, Fire Alarm, Solution Selling, New Business Development, Burglar Alarm, Team Building, Risk Assessment, Direct Sales, Security Audits, Security Operations, Budgets, IP CCTV
Education
University of Central Missouri 1989 — 1991
BS, Criminal Justice Administration
Valpak of Staten Island March 2014 - Present
Valpak of Central Jersey July 1997 - March 2014
Venture Stores 1996 - 2002
Skills
Direct Marketing, Helping Clients Succeed, Online Advertising, Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Direct Mail, Lead Generation, Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Sales Management, CRM, Sales, New Business Development, B2B, Digital Marketing, SEO, Social Networking, Customer Service, Mobile Marketing, Email Marketing, Advertising Sales, Online Marketing, Market Planning, Account Management, Integrated Marketing, SEM, Product Development, Media Buying, Small Business, Digital Media, Cold Calling, Brand Development, Marketing Communications, Trade Shows, Digital Strategy, Selling, Media Planning, Sales Presentations, Customer Retention, Strategic Partnerships, Database Marketing, PPC, Marketing Research
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1978 — 1982
BS, Retail Management
Hudson's Bay Company February 2014 - Present
Saks Fifth Avenue April 2000 - February 2014
Toys R Us 1997 - 2000
Venture Stores 1988 - 1997
Skills
Assortment, Merchandising, Store Management, Inventory Management, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Shrinkage, Loss Prevention, P&L, Merchandise Planning, Income Statement, Trend Analysis, Profit, Store Operations, New Store Openings, Driving Results, Retail, Management, Operations Management, Customer Service
Education
Northern Illinois University
BA, Economics
Elwood Staffing Services, Inc. October 2009 - Present
Time Services May 2005 - May 2008
Venture Stores 1993 - 1998
Skills
Staffing Services, Human Resources, Talent Acquisition, Recruiting, Temporary Staffing, Cold Calling, Contract Recruitment, Employee Relations, Sourcing, Temporary Placement, New Business Development, Onboarding, Hiring Practices, Screening, Applicant Tracking..., Sales, Hiring, Employee Training, Building Relationships, Strategic Planning, Internet Recruiting, Account Management, Coaching, HRIS, Leadership, Job Fairs, Technical Recruiting, Interviews, College Recruiting, Permanent Placement
Education
Purdue University Calumet
Lyons Township
Barge Family January 2000 - Present
Avon November 2012 - December 2013
Complete Refreshment Services June 1998 - December 1999
Venture Stores August 1995 - June 1998
Education
Central Missouri State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Fashion Textile & Clothing in Business
Coldwell Banker Residential Real Estate February 2012 - Present
Ross Stores, Inc. 1999 - 2002
Venture Stores 1984 - 1997
Skills
Short Sales, Relocation
Education
Saint Louis University 1969 — 1971
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Midwest Employers Casualty Company (a W. R. Berkley Company) March 2014 - Present
Midwest Employers Casualty Company April 2013 - February 2014
Save-A-Lot a SuperValu company July 2007 - April 2013
Save-A-Lot September 2005 - July 2007
May Department Stores 2001 - 2005
May Department Stores October 1998 - February 2001
Venture Stores July 1992 - June 1998
Skills
Retail, Project Management, Process Improvement, Program Management, Cross-functional Team..., Change Management, Management, Business Process..., Project Planning, SDLC, Marketing, IT Management, Leadership, Team Facilitation, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain Software, PMP, Project Portfolio..., Business Transformation, Vendor Management, Supply Chain, Business Analysis, Logistics, Negotiation, Team Leadership, Team Building, PMO, Business Intelligence, MS Project, Operations Management, Integration, Financial Analysis, Visio, Business Process, Resource Management
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1986 — 1991
BSBA
IBM September 2015 - Present
International Business Machines June 2010 - September 2015
International Business Machines January 2004 - June 2010
International Business Machines January 2000 - January 2004
International Business Machines January 1992 - January 2000
International Business Machines September 1989 - January 1992
Venture Stores 1989 - 1989
McDonnell Douglas 1986 - 1989
Chevron 1984 - 1986
Skills
Solution Architecture, Websphere, SOA, Integration, IBM Mainframe, Enterprise Architecture, MVS, Mainframe, Enterprise Software, REXX, Data Center, z/OS, IT Strategy, Cloud Computing, Pre-sales, Java, CICS, COBOL, Middleware, Software Development, SDSF, Databases, Virtualization, WebSphere Application..., DB2, Unix, Performance Tuning, Testing, Lotus Notes, Wordpress, Technical Presentations, Hardware, JCL, Linux, Architecture, JES2, Management, z/VM, WebSphere Message Broker, IBM Utilities, Servers, TSO, ISPF, WebSphere Integration..., WebSphere ESB, People Management, Customer Presentations
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1980 — 1984
BS, Computer Science
Time For Resolution August 2009 - Present
Insphere Insurance Solutions 2007 - 2011
PanaVise Products, Inc. 2005 - 2007
Ozburn-Hessey Logistics 1996 - 2005
Venture Stores 1987 - 1996
Skills
Leadership, Management, Marketing, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Training, Customer Service
Education
University of Missouri - St. Louis 1986 — 1987
Computer Programming, Specific Applications
Wentzville High 1984 — 1986
San Lorenzo High 1983 — 1984
Berkshire Hathaway HomeServices Real Estate January 2007 - Present
Venture Stores June 1988 - July 1995
The May Department Stores March 1985 - June 1988
Brown Group April 1981 - March 1985
Skills
Buyer Representation, First Time Home Buyers, Sellers, Listings, Single Family Homes, Foreclosures, Real Estate, Short Sales, New Home Sales, Investment Properties, Referrals, Residential Homes, Investors, Condos
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1978 — 1980
MBA, Business and Finance
Penn State University
BSBA, Business
NEST September 2013 - Present
Xanterra Parks & Resorts February 2010 - May 2013
Dick's Sporting Goods July 2009 - February 2010
Party City Corp. July 2005 - March 2009
Party City December 1998 - June 2005
Jumbo Sports January 1997 - December 1998
Venture Stores April 1992 - January 1997
Office Depot January 1990 - April 1992
Target September 1980 - January 1990
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Change Management, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, Income Statement, Visual Merchandising, Profit, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Apparel, Team Building, Purchasing, Sourcing, Sales Management, Sales, Store Management, Customer Service, Negotiation, Operations Management, Performance Management, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, P&L Management, Recruiting, Multi-unit, Marketing, Customer Satisfaction, Budgets, Management, Employee Training, Hiring, Sales Operations, Customer Experience, Retail Sales, Coaching, Pricing, New Store Openings, POS, Multi-channel Retail, Time Management, Leadership Development, Driving Results, Big Box, Fashion, Multi-Unit Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Business Development, Assortment
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1980 — 1984
B.S., Finance and Economics
Boot Barn June 2015 - Present
Shepler's Western Stores March 2015 - Present
Hobby Lobby October 2012 - March 2015
Burlington Coat Factory November 2011 - October 2012
Macy's November 2010 - November 2011
Dick's Sporting Goods August 2004 - August 2010
Galyan's 1997 - August 2004
Venture Stores 1994 - 1997
Wal-Mart Stores June 1987 - June 1993
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Store Management, Big Box, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales, Store Operations, Planograms, Retail, Shrinkage, New Store Development, Driving Results, Merchandise Planning, Assortment, New Store Openings, Inventory Control
Education
Purdue University 1978 — 1982
BA, Public Relations
StarTek October 2011 - November 2013
Crossmark Marketing Corp June 2006 - January 2012
Lantis Merchandising January 2008 - October 2008
Hallmark Marketing Corp February 2006 - March 2008
RETAIL ASSISTANCE CORP January 1996 - January 2006
Venture Stores September 1993 - March 1996
Skills
Merchandising, Customer Service, Purchasing, Inventory, Retail, Sales, Sales Operations, Pricing, New Business Development, Product Development, Product Management, Inventory Management, Competitive Analysis, Sales Management, Advertising, Team Building, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing Strategy, Telephone Skills, Management, Budgets, Marketing, Microsoft Office, Account Management, Time Management, Negotiation, Training, Outlook, Call Centers, Team Leadership, Leadership
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2011
Masters Degree, Business Administration
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2011
Masters, Business Administration
ANTHEM COLLEGE 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Wacoal America February 2009 - Present
The Ritzman Group 1993 - 2003
Monet Jewelry Company 1987 - 1989
Venture Stores 1986 - 1987
Mervyns 1985 - 1986
Bergner's Department Store 1981 - 1985
Skills
Trend, Fashion, Trend Analysis, Sales, Apparel, Product Development, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Assortment, Private Label, Inventory Management, Trend Forecasting, Textiles, Retail, Forecasting, Styling
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1977 — 1981
BS, Clothing and Textiles Retailing/ Business
Bright Rain Inc. DesignerGroup 3602000 - 2001
CUBE Advertising 1998 - 2000
Venture Stores 1997 - 1998
Education
Truman State University 1993 — 1997
BFA
SLUH 1989 — 1993
Wells Fargo February 2014 - Present
Dickinson, Mackaman, Tyler & Hagen, P.C. September 2010 - May 2012
Friends of the West Des Moines Library 2005 - 2010
Natiowide Advantage Mortgage Company May 2006 - December 2009
Principal Financial 1997 - 2002
Windsor Window Company 1994 - 1997
Loyola University, Institute of Human Resources 1993 - 1994
Foxmeyer Corporation 1989 - 1993
Venture Stores 1987 - 1987
Kmart Apparel 1984 - 1987
Skills
FMLA, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Onboarding, HRIS, Deferred Compensation, Employment Law, Benefits Administration, Talent Acquisition, Time Management, Talent Management
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago 1992 — 1994
MSIR, Human Resources & Industrial Relations
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1980 — 1984
B.A., English
Save-A-Lot (Subsidiary of SuperValu) May 2012 - April 2013
Save-A-Lot (subsidiary of SuperValu) 2009 - 2012
Save-A-Lot 2004 - 2009
O'Toole Design Associates June 2002 - October 2004
Arcturis 1999 - 2002
Kuhlmann Design Group 1996 - 1999
Venture Stores 1995 - 1996
Cloth World, Division of Brown Shoe Company 1992 - 1994
Architectural Design Guild 1991 - 1992
Skills
Retail Design, Space-planning, Commercial Interiors, Finish Selections, Interior Design, Team Leadership, Project Management, Design Research, AutoCAD, Furniture, Space planning, InDesign, Construction Management, Project Planning, Submittals, Architectural Design, Leadership, Facilities Management, Construction Drawings, Systems Furniture, Mentoring, Cross-functional Team..., SharePoint, Strategic Planning, Management, Retail, Merchandising, Interior Architecture, Budgets, Corporate Facilities..., Value Engineering, Visual Merchandising, Strategy, Process Improvement, Income Statement, Construction, Purchasing, Space Planning
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
BS in Environmental Design, Interior Design Major, Art Minor
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty (AGCS) March 2013 - Present
Select Specialty Hospital January 2011 - March 2013
Manpower August 2009 - March 2011
Manpower August 2007 - August 2009
LifeWorks Business Center July 2006 - August 2007
Manning Search Group 2004 - 2007
Tubular Steel Inc 1997 - 2004
Venture Stores 1977 - 1997
Skills
Human Resources, Customer Service, HRIS, Leadership, Management, Sales, CRM, Hiring, Networking, Onboarding, Employee Relations, Administrative Work, Temporary Placement, Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Talent Management, Executive Search, Temporary Staffing, Performance Management, Applicant Tracking..., Training, Team Building, Interviews, Employee Engagement, Accounting, Employee Benefits, Sourcing, Warehousing, Time Management, Coaching, Permanent Placement, Process Improvement
Education
St. Louis Community College 1998 — 2000
Trader Joe's October 2011 - Present
General Growth Properties November 2010 - September 2011
Best Buy January 1999 - February 2009
The Limited January 1997 - January 1999
Kohl's Department Stores January 1995 - December 1996
Venture Stores 1990 - 1995
May Department Stores 1988 - 1990
Target 1986 - 1987
Dayton Hudson Corporation 1983 - 1986
Education
University of Saint Thomas - School of Business 1978 — 1981
M.B.A., Management
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1973 — 1976
M.A., Library Science
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1970 — 1973
B.A., Geography
Cat Head Promotions 2008 - Present
Cat Head Delta Blues & Folk Art, Inc. 2002 - Present
May Merchandising Company 1998 - 2002
Venture Stores 1995 - 1998
Elder-Beerman Department Stores 1989 - 1995
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Personnel Management, Retail Sales, Merchandising, Music Industry, Music, Copywriting, Advertising, Event Management, Event Planning, Festivals, Press Releases, Marketing, Radio, Recording, Blues, Band, Film Production, Film, Social Networking, Social Media, Publicity
Education
University of Cincinnati 1985 — 1989
Bachelor, English, Journalism
Spectrum Healthcare Resources August 2013 - Present
Spectrum Health Care Resourses August 2013 - Present
Professional Employment Group October 2012 - April 2013
Kelly Services, Saint Louis, MO June 2012 - August 2012
Pounds and Inches Away June 2009 - February 2012
IBM August 1996 - February 2008
Venture Stores March 1979 - July 1994
Skills
Healthcare, Credentialing, Medical Staff..., Customer Service, Customer Support, Teamwork, Team Building, Troubleshooting, HIPAA, Administration, Office Administration, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Cost Accounting, Accounts Payable, Account Reconciliation, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Purchase Orders, Purchase Requisitions, General Ledger, General Ledger..., Logistic Support, Distribution Logistics, Supply Management, Outlook, Data Entry, Research, Inventory Management, Process Improvement, QuickBooks, Vendor Management
Education
University of Phoenix 2009 — 2010
Associate's degree, Health/Health Care Administration/Management, 3.69
Saint Louis Community College-Florissant Valley 1980 — 1981
Accounting
Build-A-Bear Workshop 1999 - April 2015
Venture Stores April 1985 - February 1998
Venture Department Stores 1985 - 1998
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Customer Service, Team Building, Leadership, Sales, Inventory Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Profit, Gift Cards
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1975 — 1976
MBA, Accountinf/Finance
Pennsylvania State University - University Park Campus 1969 — 1973
Orchestro March 2015 - Present
Gap Inc. January 2012 - August 2014
Best Buy June 2009 - October 2011
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. 2004 - 2008
Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. 2001 - 2004
Benchmarking Partners 1999 - 2001
Wal-Mart 1997 - 1999
Venture Stores 1993 - 1996
Mutual of Omaha 1984 - 1992
United States Air Force 1978 - 1984
Skills
Vendor Management, CPFR, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Business Analysis, Supply Chain, Business Process, Project Management, ERP, Logistics, Retail, Management, Product Management, Integration, Outsourcing, Leadership, Business Process..., Inventory Management, Team Leadership, Warehouse Management, Start-ups, Strategic Planning, Supply Chain...
Education
University of Nebraska at Kearney 1974 — 1978
BS, Computer Science
Sweat Tailor September 2014 - Present
Blend Management September 2014 - Present
By design LLC July 2013 - September 2014
One World Apparel May 2008 - June 2013
Mervyns 2005 - 2008
Gap Inc./Old Navy 2004 - 2005
Kohl's Department Stores 1997 - 2004
May Merchandising Company 1995 - 1997
Venture Stores 1993 - 1995
Skills
Apparel, Private Label, Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Sportswear, Fashion, Trend, Textiles, Retail, Assortment, Wovens, Fashion Design, Footwear, Merchandise Planning, Knitwear, Visual Merchandising, Denim, Product Development, Multi-channel Retail, CPFR, Store Management, Global Sourcing, Profit
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison - School of Business 1991 — 1993
BBA, Marketing
Regis University
Wells Fargo Advisors September 2012 - Present
Wells Fargo Advisors January 2009 - September 2012
Wachovia Securities February 2008 - January 2009
A.G. Edwards 1999 - 2008
Creative Producers Group 1998 - 1999
Venture Stores 1995 - 1998
KETC Channel 9 St. louis 1992 - 1995
Skills
Project Management, Marketing Communications, Writing Skills, Digital Marketing, Brand Awareness, Product Marketing, Digital Video, Web Video, Social Media Marketing, Video Production, YouTube, Vimeo, Online Video Marketing, Video Editing, Marketing Strategy, Management, Broadcast, Training, Video
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1987 — 1991
BA, Radio, TV and Film
Kohl's Department Stores June 2013 - Present
Mouser Electronics August 2011 - June 2013
Kohl's Department Stores August 1999 - September 2011
OfficeMax July 1997 - August 1999
Venture Stores November 1996 - July 1997
Venture Stores August 1993 - November 1996
Skills
Employee Relations, Customer Service, Benefits, Inventory Management, Administrative Support, Payroll, Retail, Data Entry, Word, Excel, Team Leadership, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SharePoint, Training, Multi Tasking, New Hires, I-9 Compliance, E-Verify, HRIS, Taleo, Personnel Files, Leadership, Team Building, Employee Benefits, Store Management, Project Planning, Inventory Control, Human Resources, Time Management, Onboarding, Process Scheduler, Management
Education
Tarrant County College 2006 — 2007
Dierbergs Markets May 1998 - Present
Brown Shoe Company 1987 - 1998
Venture Stores 1985 - 1987
Edison Brothers 1984 - 1985
Skills
Advertising, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Public Relations, Copywriting, Event Planning, Facebook, Account Management, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Outlook, Creative Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Merchandising, Adobe Creative Suite, Digital Marketing, Strategy, Customer Service, Press Releases, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Event Management, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Brand Development, Direct Marketing, Time Management, Interactive Marketing, Direct Mail, Sales, Marketing Research, Brand Management, Advertising Sales, Media Buying
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Journalism, Advertising
Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell January 2006 - Present
Coldwell Banker Honig-Bell August 2006 - Present
Body By Vi - Shelbey Hammond August 2011 - December 2014
Spiegel Catalog January 1996 - January 2006
Venture Stores January 1994 - January 1996
Skills
Real Estate, Selling, Short Sales, Sellers, Townhomes, Relocation, First Time Home Buyers, Marketing, Investment Properties, Property, Single Family Homes, Buyers, Buyer Representation, Sales, Customer Service, New Home Sales, Negotiation, Real Estate Transactions, Foreclosures, Marketing Strategy, Listings, New Homes, Referrals, Contract Negotiation, Merchandising, Public Speaking, Purchasing, Budgets, Real Property, Investors, REO, Residential Homes, Luxury, ABR, Condos
Education
University of Iowa - Henry B. Tippie College of Business 1990 — 1994
Bachelor, Business Administration Marketing. Sport Health Leisure and Physical Studies Minor.
Bolingbrook High School 1986 — 1990
USAA Real Estate Company April 2010 - Present
USAA Real Co September 2008 - April 2010
USAA August 2006 - September 2008
Halliburton June 2005 - August 2006
W.L. Gore & Associates November 2004 - June 2005
Motorola May 1998 - October 2004
Cooper Tire & Rubber Company June 1996 - December 1997
Venture Stores 1995 - 1996
Education
Sam Houston State University 2005 — 2006
MBA, Finance
Texas A&M University 1993 — 1998
B.S., Industrial Engineering
Yankee Candle Company May 2003 - Present
Nature's Soybean Candle Company August 2001 - March 2003
Materials Handling Equipment Company February 2000 - July 2001
Office Depot 1996 - 1999
Venture Stores August 1995 - May 1996
Venture Stores, Inc. June 1992 - August 1995
Skills
Warehousing, Warehouse Management, Retail, Supply Chain Management, Inventory Management, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain..., Inventory Control, Operations Management, Shipping, Transportation, Process Improvement, Purchasing, 3PL, Forecasting, Logistics Management, Procurement, Continuous Improvement, Transportation..., Team Building, Demand Planning, Global Sourcing, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Purdue University 1987 — 1992
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Industrial Engineering
Easter Seals Midwest May 2013 - Present
Life Skills January 2010 - April 2013
Life Skills November 2007 - December 2009
Corporate Express Promotional Marketing March 2000 - October 2007
Knights, LTD September 1996 - February 2000
Venture Stores March 1993 - September 1996
Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Business Development, Strategic Partnerships, Community Outreach, Program Development, Fundraising, Social Media, Public Relations, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Account Management, Program Management, Marketing, Leadership Development, Training, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Social Services, Policy, Management, Coaching, Recruiting, Interviews, Case Managment, Leadership, Customer Service, Staff Development, Sales, Budgets
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1986 — 1990
BS, Human Environmental Studies
Ethan Allen Global, Inc. September 2014 - Present
Pottery Barn Kids April 2013 - Present
I.O.Metro, Inc. April 2009 - April 2013
Z Gallerie, Inc August 2002 - April 2009
Timberland Retail, Inc May 2000 - August 2002
Homeplace, Inc January 1996 - May 2000
Linens N' Things January 1994 - January 1996
Venture Stores January 1993 - January 1994
The Container Store January 1992 - January 1993
Target Stores, Inc January 1988 - January 1992
Skills
Merchandising, Inventory Management, Management, Sales, Team Building, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Profit, Sales Management, Store Operations
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1981 — 1984
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Periballo Services April 2009 - Present
enVista June 2006 - March 2009
Harcourt Assessment June 2001 - June 2006
Coastal Oaks Christian School August 2000 - May 2001
BearingPoint January 1999 - August 2000
The Disney Store May 1997 - January 1999
American Airlines January 1997 - May 1997
Venture Stores January 1995 - December 1995
Skills
Supply Chain Management, Warehouse Management, Warehousing, SDLC, Supply Chain..., Business Intelligence, ERP, Program Management, Project Planning, Supply Chain, Business Analysis, Forecasting, Requirements Analysis, Process Improvement, Integration, Change Management, Business Process..., Vendor Management, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain Consulting, Project Management, Process Engineering, Logistics, Business Process, Software Implementation, Software Project..., MS Project, Visio, Distribution Center...
Education
Texas A&M University 1992 — 1996
Bachelor's Degree, Industrial Engineering
Athens High School 1988 — 1992
High School
VF January 2000 - Present
VF Jeanswear September 1994 - Present
VF Corporation September 1994 - January 2000
Venture Stores July 1993 - September 1994
Venture Store inc 1991 - 1993
Skills
Merchandising, Category Management, Apparel, Replenishment, Planning, Strategic Planning, CPFR, Forecasting, Management, Project Planning, Retail, Inventory Management, Sales, Leadership, Pricing, Cross-functional Team..., Logistics, Marketing
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1989 — 1991
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Finance
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing
Cannonball Advertising and Promotion January 2014 - Present
Momentum Worldwide November 2005 - Present
Trigger August 2005 - November 2005
Momentum Worldwide January 2004 - August 2005
Momentum Worldwide April 2003 - January 2004
Momentum Worldwide July 2000 - April 2003
Lasalle Group, Inc. February 1998 - July 2000
Mosby-Year Book, Inc. March 1996 - February 1998
LaSalle Group, Inc. September 1992 - March 1996
Venture Stores July 1991 - August 1992
Skills
Creative Direction, Advertising, Integrated Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Creative Strategy, Interactive Advertising, Digital Marketing, Direct Mail, Adobe Creative Suite, Corporate Branding, Digital Strategy, Graphic Design, Concept Development, Corporate Identity, Relationship Marketing, Art Direction, Brand Development, Strategy, Copywriting, Storytelling, Direct Marketing, Outdoor Advertising, Digital Media, Branding & Identity, Brand Architecture, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Content Strategy
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
Journalism, Advertising
Hollander Sleep Products May 2013 - Present
Louisville Bedding Company April 2012 - May 2013
Pem America 2005 - April 2012
May Merchandising Company September 2003 - September 2005
May Merchandising Company May 1996 - September 2003
Venture Stores February 1992 - May 1996
Venture Stores December 1989 - January 1992
Skills
Merchandising, Product Development, Retail, Textiles, Apparel, Marketing, Consumer Products, Leadership, Global Sourcing, Negotiation, Fashion, Strategic Planning, Trend Analysis, Private Label, Sales, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Sales Management, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Brand Management, Trend, Brand Development, Sourcing, Pricing, Visual Merchandising, CRM, Wholesale
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Aldi Inc March 1998 - Present
Aldi Inc. January 1996 - February 1998
Venture Stores June 1992 - December 1995
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Profit, Inventory Control, Merchandising, Store Management, Leadership, Retail, New Business Development, Inventory Management, Team Building, Leadership Development, Recruiting
Education
Quincy University 1990 — 1992
Alliance Foods Inc July 2013 - Present
Save-A-Lot March 2003 - April 2013
Venture Store Inc 1993 - 1998
Venture Stores 1993 - 1998
Skills
Inventory Management, Private Label, Merchandising, Retail, Sales, Forecasting, Profit, Income Statement, P&L Management, Store Management, Marketing, Grocery, Product Development, Inventory Control, Assortment, Purchasing, Management, Visual Merchandising, Planograms, Multi-unit, Pricing, Loss Prevention, Trend Analysis, P&L, Merchandise Planning, Wholesale, Consumer Products, Apparel, CPFR, Pricing Strategy, Multi-channel Retail, Retail Category...
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia, College of Business
BS BA, Finance
Plano Synergy December 2014 - Present
Kellogg Company October 2013 - November 2014
Kellogg Company January 2013 - September 2013
Kellogg Company March 2008 - December 2012
Newell Rubbermaid August 2002 - March 2008
Venture Stores 2004 - 2005
Venture 2004 - 2005
Venture Stores 2004 - 2005
Venture Stores 2004 - 2005
Amerock 2002 - 2003
Skills
Consumer Products, Management, Customer Insight, Nielsen, Strategy, Forecasting, IRI, Shopper Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Competitive Analysis, FMCG, Brand Management, Product Development, Key Account Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 1996 — 1998
M.B.A.
Truman State University 1990 — 1994
B.A., Marketing
Protect Plus Air October 2012 - Present
Purafilter 2000 January 2004 - November 2012
Fellowes August 1998 - January 2004
Montgomery Ward April 1997 - August 1998
The Disney Store November 1995 - January 1997
Venture Stores September 1994 - June 1995
Skills
Location Intelligence, Inventory Management, Warehousing, Facilities Management, Process Improvement, Inventory Control, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Continuous Improvement, Supply Chain..., Team Building, Forecasting, Manufacturing, Distribution Center..., Lean Manufacturing, Management, Sales
Education
University of Phoenix 1988 — 2002
MBA, Busniess Administration / System Integration
Purdue University 1988 — 1993
BS, Organizational Leader and Supervision
Wheaton Central High School 1984 — 1988
Dollar Tree Inc. June 2008 - Present
Ross Stores January 2005 - January 2007
Ross Stores January 2004 - January 2005
Ross Stores June 2000 - January 2004
Kmart June 1999 - June 2000
Kmart June 1998 - June 1999
Venture Stores June 1990 - June 1998
Venture Stores June 1983 - June 1988
Venture Stores June 1971 - June 1983
Skills
Loss Prevention, Multi-unit, Retail, Profit, Merchandising, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Income Statement, Big Box, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Store Operations
Education
University of Dubuque 1965 — 1967
Gander Mountain September 2011 - Present
CHRISTUS Medical Group July 2008 - August 2011
Kohl's Department Stores May 1999 - June 2008
APS, Inc. 1997 - 1999
Venture Stores 1989 - 1997
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis
Hollis Enterprises, LLC Executive Vice President PeopleWal-Mart Stores Inc1994 - 2004
Venture Stores 1982 - 1994
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago
MSIR, Industrial Relations & Personnel Mgmt
Walgreens March 2011 - Present
United Airlines 2002 - March 2011
Zipatoni 2000 - 2002
Frankel (now ARC Worldwide) 1998 - 2000
Frankel (now Arc Worldwide) 1998 - 2000
Waylon 1997 - 1998
St. Louis Blues 1995 - 1998
Venture Stores 1990 - 1994
Skills
Integrated Marketing, Promotions, Direct Marketing, Event Marketing, Sponsorship, Loyalty Marketing, Retail, Multi-channel Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Online Marketing, Sports Marketing, Loyalty Programs, E-commerce, Online Advertising, Sales, Digital Marketing, Marketing, Advertising, Marketing Management, Market Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Analytics, Event Management, Brand Management
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1986 — 1990
Journalism, Advertising
SUPERVALU February 2014 - Present
Macy's May 2008 - February 2014
Macy's February 2007 - May 2008
Macy's January 2006 - February 2007
May Department Stores Co August 1998 - January 2006
The May Department Stores Company, Famous Barr Division April 1992 - August 1998
Target August 1991 - April 1992
Venture Stores November 1987 - August 1991
Skills
Leadership, Public Speaking, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Asset Protection, Profit, Income Statement, Conflict Resolution, Profit Maximization, Mentoring, Project Management, Training, Employee Relations, Team Building, Management, Budgets, Employee Training, Interviews, Customer Retention, Customer Service, Project Planning, Operations Management, Performance Management, Coaching, Customer Satisfaction, Analysis, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Time Management, Shrinkage, P&L Management, Security, Human Resources, Sales, Strategy, Succession Planning, Program Management, Hiring, Internal Investigations, P&L
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 2010 — 2012
MBA, Business Administration, Strategic Management, Finance, and Operations
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1987 — 1991
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Mater Dei High School 1983 — 1987
Argus Health Systems July 2006 - Present
DST Systems February 1989 - June 2006
Venture Stores June 1979 - February 1989
Skills
Logical Data Modeling, ER/Studio, Physical Data Modeling, Data Analysis, Data Warehousing, Database Design, ETL, DB2, Databases, Master Data Management, SDLC, Data Modeling, Data Architecture, Requirements Analysis, Business Analysis, Mainframe, Metadata Management, SQL Tuning, CICS, Relational Databases, COBOL, JCL, Systems Analysis, Enterprise Architecture, Requirements Gathering, SQL, Data Migration
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1983 — 1986
B.S., Computer Science
Shop 'n Save - a Supervalu company October 2013 - Present
Save-A-Lot April 2012 - October 2013
Keller Williams Realty 2005 - 2012
Kmart June 1997 - June 2002
Venture Stores April 1996 - June 1998
ShopNBC May 1995 - April 1996
Bloomingdale's 1994 - 1995
Skills
Vendor Management, Retail, Sourcing, Global Sourcing, Negotiation, Management, Product Development, Procurement, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Strategy, Pricing, P&L Management, Leadership, Time Management, Purchasing, Project Planning, Assortment, Forecasting, Private Label, Profit, Program Management, Customer Service, Advertising, Inventory Control, Apparel
Education
University of Kansas 1989 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts, Sociology
University of Central Missouri 1988 — 1989
Wells Fargo Advisors September 2014 - Present
Edward Jones November 2009 - September 2014
Enterprise Rent-A-Car June 2007 - October 2008
Washington University May 2000 - June 2007
Northrop-Grumman June 1998 - May 2000
Venture Stores June 1996 - June 1998
Skills
Strategic Planning, Investments, Process Improvement, Management, Customer Service, Project Management, Team Building, Marketing, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Business Analysis, Microsoft Office, Social Media
Education
Saint Louis University 2012 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.)
University of Mississippi 1995 — 1996
Master's degree
University of Mississippi 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) - Communications
City of Champaign May 1999 - Present
Sun-Sentinel 1997 - 1999
Discovery Zone 1993 - 1997
Venture Stores 1991 - 1992
Target 1983 - 1992
Roscommon County Sheriff's Department 1977 - 1978
Skills
Workers Compensation, Claims Management, Claim Investigation, Litigation Management, Claim, Subrogation, Property & Casualty..., Legal Liability, Insurance, Loss Prevention, Workers' Compensation..., Liability, Asset Protection, Claims Resolution, Private Investigations, Excess, Casualty, Professional Liability, Fraud, Internal Investigations, Investigation, Commercial Insurance, Claims Handling, Commercial Lines, Employee Benefits
Education
University of Detroit Mercy 1976 — 1980
RHS
CSC - Computer Sciences Corporation November 2014 - Present
Vatterott College August 2010 - Present
Vatterott College 2010 - 2012
Sanford-Brown College May 2010 - October 2011
AT&T (Collabera/Amdocs) July 2008 - March 2009
First Data Corporation December 1996 - December 2007
First Data Corporation 1996 - 2007
First Data Resources 1996 - 2007
Venture Stores 1970 - 1980
Skills
MVS, Unix, Microsoft Office, Analysis, JCL, TSO, COBOL, Mainframe, SQL, SQL Server, Programming, .NET, Visual Studio, VSAM, Fileaid, PowerPoint, Application Development, MySQL, Visual Basic, VB.NET, C++, C#, ASP.NET, Databases, Systems Analysis, ASP, Java, Outlook, Word, Excel, Microsoft SQL Server
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1991 — 1996
MSIS, Information Systems
Toys R Us September 2008 - October 2009
Toys R Us June 2007 - September 2008
Linens N Things November 2001 - June 2007
Circiut City Stores 1998 - November 2001
Linens N Things 1996 - 1998
Venture Stores 1993 - December 1995
Lowe's Home Improvement 1987 - December 1990
EDS 1985 - 1987
Skills
Merchandising, Forecasting, Retail
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1992 — 1994
MBA, Finance
University of North Carolina at Wilmington 1979 — 1983
B.S., Business Administration
Laura McCarthy Realtors 2015 - Present
University of Missouri August 2012 - May 2015
Weissman Designs for Dance April 2014 - April 2015
Scrubs & Beyond May 2012 - March 2014
A&E Group, LLC 2009 - March 2012
Maxine Clark & Bob Fox June 2007 - December 2008
Aeterna Medical Spas March 2006 - February 2007
May Merchandising Company/May Department Stores September 2004 - March 2006
May Merchandising Company/May Department Stores April 1998 - September 2004
Venture Stores 1982 - 1993
Skills
Product Development, Staff Development, Merchandising, Apparel, Textiles, Sales Trend Analysis, Special Events, Wovens, Sportswear, Trend, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Trend Analysis, Retail, Event Management, Private Label, Sales, Pricing, Inventory Control, Marketing, CPFR, Sourcing, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Purchasing, Advertising, Profit, Styling, Management, Fashion Design, Footwear, Merchandise Planning, Store Management, Wholesale, Sewing, Brand Development, Fit, Trend Forecasting, Retail Sales, Loss Prevention, Fashion Illustration, Jewelry, Store Operations
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
Human Environmental Sciences, Fashion Merchandising
Webster Groves High School
Weekends Only Inc. April 2014 - Present
Weekends Only Inc. June 2012 - Present
Weekends Only Inc. March 2012 - Present
Weekends Only April 2010 - Present
Ritz Camera Centers August 2005 - July 2008
Expo Design Center 2003 - 2005
Wolf Camera 1999 - 2003
Tuesday Morning 1995 - 1999
Venture Stores 1993 - 1995
Skills
Asset Protection, Loss Prevention, Safety, Shrink Reduction, Awareness Programs, Risk Evaluation, Retail, Team Building, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Sales Management, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Inventory Management, Risk Management, Inventory Control, Investigations, Operations Management, CCTV, Customer Satisfaction, Private Investigations, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Management, Merchandising, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Income Statement, Human Resources, Profit, Big Box, Hiring, Shrinkage, Store Operations, Multi-unit, District Management, Employee Training, Driving Results, Process Scheduler, Associate Development, Training, New Store Openings, Planograms, Multi-unit Retail..., Multi-Unit Management, New Store Development, Retail Sales, P&L, POS
Education
Truman State University 1986 — 1990
BS, Management
Sign-A-Rama FranchiseeUnited Franchise Group1998 - Present
Caldor Stores 1996 - 1998
Kohl's Department Stores 1989 - 1996
Venture Stores 1973 - 1988
Regional Merchandise Manager Chicago Region 1980 - 1982
May Co. Venture Stores 1980 - 1982
Education
raytown south high school 1960 — 1964
University of Missouri-Kansas City
TAF Medical Transcription April 1998 - Present
Venture Stores 1981 - 1995
Skills
Copywriting, Social Media, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, SEO, Copy Editing, Social Networking, Editing, Web Content, Publishing
Education
University of Central Missouri
OEMC August 2014 - Present
City of Chicago January 2009 - August 2014
City of Chicago January 1998 - January 2009
City of Chicago December 1986 - June 1996
Venture Stores January 1982 - January 1986
Skills
Law Enforcement, Emergency Management, Emergency Operations, Police, Customer Service, Government, Disaster Response, Excel, Word, Supervisory Skills, PowerPoint, Policy, Microsoft Office, Problem Solving, Scheduling, Non-profits, Fundraising, Public Relations, Event Management, Event Planning, Administration, Process Scheduler, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Microsoft Excel, Enforcement, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, System Administration
Education
Harold Washington College
University of Illinois at Chicago
Liberal Arts
RGIS, LLC. December 1986 - Present
Venture Stores October 1984 - September 1991
McDonald's Corporation May 1980 - September 1984
Skills
Retail, Profit, Store Management, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Sales
Education
University of Oklahoma 1976 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Broadcast Journalism
Sunbelt Staffing Inc. Oklahoma City,OK August 1994 - Present
H&R Block January 2006 - April 2013
Venture Stores August 1983 - February 1994
Skills
Recruiting, Employee Relations, Employee Benefits, Benefits Administration, Leadership Development, College Recruiting, Team Building, Customer Service, Temporary Placement, Training, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Policy, Interviews, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Talent Management, Call Center, Coaching, HRIS, Employee Training, Hiring, Call Centers
Education
Jr College 1986 — 1987
Law & Accounting
Rose State College
Accounting and Business/Management
Radio Shack June 2010 - Present
Games Workshop November 2008 - April 2010
Games WorkshopStore November 2008 - April 2010
Linens N Things November 1998 - November 2008
Linens 'N ThingsStore 1238 January 1998 - January 2008
Kmart Corporation January 1997 - January 1998
Kmart Corporation January 1997 - January 1998
Venture Stores January 1996 - January 1997
Venture Stores January 1996 - January 1997
Target Stores, Inc January 1988 - January 1996
Skills
Retail, Leadership, Training, Sales, Merchandising, Time Management, Customer Service, Interviews, Store Operations, Store Management
Education
Alvin Community College 1983 — 1986
Associates, Computer Science
Alvin Community College
Associates, Computer Science; Computer Science
University of Houston-Clear Lake
Computer Science;
Heritage Home Group LLC December 2012 - Present
Faser Photography November 2006 - December 2012
F&F Group Inc June 2006 - May 2010
May Merchandising Company February 1998 - May 2006
Venture Stores February 1984 - February 1998
Skills
Fashion, Photography, Advertising, Digital Photography, Merchandising, Direct Mail, Marketing, Portrait Photography, Retail, Art, Packaging, Graphic Design, Brand Development, Illustrator, Creative Direction, Art Direction, InDesign, Logo Design
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1979 — 1981
BFA, Photography
PHH Home Loans NMLS # 228900 September 2011 - Present
US Bank Mortgage May 2011 - September 2011
PNC Mortgage June 2010 - May 2011
PHH Home Loans August 2007 - June 2010
GMAC Mortgage August 2004 - August 2007
Chicago Mortgage Funding June 2003 - August 2004
A.G. Edwards January 2001 - June 2003
St. Paul Federal February 1998 - January 2000
Dreyfus Corporation/Mellon Bank August 1986 - February 1998
Venture Stores 1979 - 1986
Skills
Focus On Results, Service Excellence, Sales Excellence, Service Quality, First Time Home Buyers, Sales, Mortgage Lending, Focus Groups, Real Estate, FHA, Mortgage Banking, Loans, Residential Mortgages, Investment Properties, Investments, Leadership, Sellers, Financial Analysis, Finance, Referrals, Loan Origination, FHA financing, VA loans, Certified Mortgage..., USDA, Refinance, Reverse Mortgages, Mortgage Underwriting, Real Estate Financing, Construction Loans, Credit, Underwriting, Mortgage Marketing, Foreclosures, Loss Mitigation, Government Loans, REO, Investors, Commercial Mortgages, Home Equity Loans, Home Equity Lines of..., Condos, Debt Consolidation, Short Sales, Real Estate Transactions, Financial Services, Mortgage Servicing, Single Family Homes, Credit Analysis, Real Estate Economics
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1980 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (BS), Finance
Lane Tech 1976 — 1980
Architecture and Drafting, High School Diploma
H&R Block August 2011 - Present
H&R Block December 2000 - April 2011
Barr Freight Trucking Company 1997 - 1998
Venture Stores November 1996 - June 1997
Skills
Bilingual, Microsoft Office, Income Tax, Tax, Customer Service, Bookkeeping, Accounts Receivable, Invoicing, Time Management, Bank Reconciliation, Accounts Payable, Tax Preparation, Accounting, Account Reconciliation, Tax Returns, Management
Education
Ultimate Medical Academy 2015 — 2016
Diploma, Medical Office and Billing Specialist
Northwestern Business College
Associates, Business Administration
World Wide Technology April 1997 - Present
Spectrum Brands December 1989 - April 1997
Venture Stores 1979 - 1988
Skills
VDI, Unified Communications, NetApp, Data Center, Cloud Computing, Virtualization, Salesforce.com, Citrix Metaframe, VMware, Cisco, Storage, Disaster Recovery, Customer Relations, Citrix, SAN, Account Management, Budgeting, vSphere, Telecommunications, Security, Linux, Capacity Planning, Computer Hardware, Solution Selling, Microsoft Office, Planning, Cisco Technologies, Managed Services, Project Planning, Professional Services, Storage Area Networks
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis
Business
The Auto Club Group December 2008 - Present
Borders Group, Inc. August 1997 - May 2008
Commerce Bancshares December 1996 - August 1997
Venture Stores, Inc. January 1994 - December 1996
Venture Stores 1984 - 1996
Venture Stores, Inc. April 1990 - January 1994
Education
University of Michigan 1981 — 1983
MBA
Tulane University 1977 — 1981
BA, French and Political Science
Well Done Life November 2012 - Present
JPMorgan Chase & Co. May 1990 - April 2013
Venture Stores March 1980 - April 1990
Skills
Project Management, Project Planning, Project Coordination, Project Portfolio..., Agile Project Management, Agile Methodologies, Team Leadership, Leadership Development, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Thought Leadership, Self Management, Budget, Communication, Exceptional Listener, Coaching, Life Coaching, Lifestyle Coaching, Business Analysis, Risk Management, SDLC, Process Improvement, Banking, Budgets, Public Speaking, Change Management, Analysis, Training, Strategic Planning, Workshop Facilitation, Vendor Management, Management, PMP, Customer Service, PMO
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1977 — 1979
Bachelor's degree, Mass Communication/Media Studies
Southeast Missouri State University 1975 — 1977
Mass Communication/Media Studies
Vera Bradley August 2014 - Present
Archiver's November 2009 - March 2014
A Rhyne Design November 2005 - September 2010
Enterprise Rent-A-Car January 2000 - October 2008
Bank One aka Chase Bank November 1997 - December 1999
Color Tile December 1996 - December 1997
Zale December 1995 - December 1996
Venture Stores January 1987 - July 1995
Skills
Management, Recruiting, Leadership, Training, Human Resources, Coaching, Performance Management, Employee Training, Employee Relations, Customer Service, Strategy, Project Management, Analysis
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
BS, Business Administration-Finance
Justice March 2005 - Present
Justice and Brothers 2005 - Present
Ascena Retail Group, Inc. 2005 - Present
Gadzooks March 1999 - March 2005
Limited Brands February 1997 - February 1999
Venture Stores February 1994 - February 1997
Skills
Crucial Confrontations, Crucial Conversations, Loss Prevention..., Situational Leadership, Situational Leadership..., Wicklander-Zulawski..., Loss Prevention, Retail, Interrogation Techniques, Inventory Control, Internal Investigations, Store Management, Training, Hiring, Investigation, Asset Protection, Shrinkage, Leadership, Organized Retail Crime, Merchandising, Inventory Management
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha 1987 — 1993
Bachelor of Science, Criminal Justice
First Bank June 2009 - Present
Bank of America June 1998 - June 2009
Venture Stores November 1997 - June 1998
Skills
Banking, Small Business Lending, Mortgage Lending, Sales, Loans, Customer Service, Commercial Lending, Credit, Strategic Financial..., Relationship Management, Investments, Series 63, Retirement Planning, Financial Services, Wealth Management, Commercial Banking, Consumer Lending, Loan Origination
Education
Sam Houston State University 1982 — 1985
SAMUELS JEWELERS- divsion of GITANJALI December 2009 - Present
Jewelry Television August 2007 - November 2008
Zale February 2005 - August 2007
Friedmans Jewelers June 2003 - February 2005
JF Limited 2001 - 2003
Venture Stores 1995 - 1996
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Merchandise Planning, Jewelry, Inventory Control, Project Planning, Trade Shows, Profit, Sales, Customer Service, Diamonds, Assortment, Hiring, Fashion, Project Management, Trend Analysis, Store Management, Income Statement, Trend, Luxury Goods, Management, Visual Merchandising, Negotiation, Multi-unit, Wholesale, Customer Satisfaction, E-commerce, CPFR, Watches, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Logistics, Team Building, Loss Prevention, Styling, Purchasing, Sales Operations, P&L Management, Private Label, Retail Sales, Global Sourcing, Retail Buying, Operations Management, Store Operations, Sales Management, Pricing, New Store Openings, Sourcing, Product Development
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 1978 — 1981
Carlen Enterprises March 2007 - February 2010
Ross Stores 1998 - 2004
May Merchandising Company 1994 - 1999
Venture Stores 1986 - 1995
Skills
Assortment, Sourcing, Apparel, Merchandising, Fashion, Private Label, Trend Analysis, Retail, Marketing, Denim, Wholesale, Visual Merchandising
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1983 — 1987
BS, marketing
Sears Holdings Management Corporation July 2007 - February 2011
Sears Holdings Corporation February 2004 - July 2007
Sears Holdings Corporation January 2001 - February 2004
Sears Holdings Corporation April 1994 - January 2001
Venture Stores December 1992 - April 1994
Skills
Sales Presentations, Apparel, Merchandising, P&L Management, Store Management, Visual Merchandising, Associate Development, Income Statement, Driving Results, Multi-unit, Big Box, Retail, Loss Prevention, Profit, New Store Openings, Shrinkage, Store Operations, District Management
Education
Texas Woman's University
PURITY WHOLESALE GROCERS January 1989 - Present
VENTURE STORES 1985 - 1989
VENTURE STORES June 1985 - November 1988
THE GAP 1980 - 1985
Skills
Grocery, Merchandising, Private Label, Wholesale, Purchasing, Food, Key Account Development, Sales Management, Account Management, Supply Chain, Distributors, Logistics, Warehousing, Export
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia, College of Business 1976 — 1980
Bachelor's Degree, BUSINESS/MARKETING
St. Louis County Goverment February 2007 - Present
St. Louis County 2007 - Present
Dale Carnegie - St. Louis 1990 - Present
Safety Council of Greater St. Louis 1977 - Present
Metropolitan Saint Louis Sewer District October 2000 - February 2007
Metropolitan St Louis Sewer Distric 2000 - 2007
Arthur J. Gallagher October 1995 - July 1998
Venture Stores September 1975 - July 1995
United States Air Force March 1967 - January 1971
Skills
Safety, Security, Risk Management, Criminal Justice
Education
University of Central Missouri 1974 — 1988
MS & ES, SAFETY AND SECURITY
Truman State University 1971 — 1973
BS, Law Enforcement
Intercrown Enterprise, LTD October 2001 - Present
Springs Window Fashions September 1996 - June 2001
Montgomery Ward 1992 - 1996
Venture Stores 1987 - 1992
Skills
P&L Management, Merchandising, Product Development, Sales Management, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Negotiation, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Market Analysis, Market Research, Outsourcing, Retail, Team Building, Selling, Budgeting, Sales Operations, Pricing, Marketing, New Business Development, Budgets, Account Management, Sales
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1983 — 1987
Bachelor of Science, Agriculture Economics
Mercy 2009 - Present
Kohl's Department Stores April 1999 - April 2009
Venture Stores December 1980 - April 1998
Skills
Sales, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Retail Sales
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1980 — 1991
bachelor, business
Polsinelli Shughart PC 2010 - Present
DLA Piper US LLP October 1995 - October 2007
DLA Piper LLP (US) 1995 - 2007
DLA Piper 1995 - 2007
Jenner & Block October 1992 - October 1995
Venture Stores November 1991 - April 1994
Chicago Typographical Union No. 15/CWA 14408 September 1982 - October 1992
Venture Stores September 1986 - June 1990
Skills
Litigation Support, Legal Assistance, Administrative..., Litigation, Research, Legal Writing, Commercial Litigation, Courts, Employee Benefits, Bankruptcy, Payroll, Legal Research, Legal Documents, Document Review, Employment Law, Management, Pleadings, Trials, Administrative..., Civil Litigation, Customer Service
Education
University of Phoenix 2005 — 2008
Bachelor, Business/Management
American Institute of Paralegal Studies 1990 — 1991
Certificate, Paralegal Studies
South Suburban College (formerly Thornton Community College) 1979 — 1982
Associate, Secretarial
Independent Manufacturer's Representative July 2009 - Present
Metal Spinners, Inc. April 2002 - April 2009
OmniSource Corporation September 2000 - April 2002
OmniSource Corporation November 1996 - August 2000
OmniSource Corporation November 1994 - October 1996
Metal Exchange Corporation October 1991 - October 1994
Venture Stores May 1988 - October 1991
Skills
New Business Development
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1975 — 1979
BS
Dorner Mfg Corp April 2014 - Present
Habasit April 2012 - April 2014
Habasit 2006 - April 2012
Interroll 2000 - 2006
RC Systems 1998 - 2000
CHEP 1995 - 1998
Venture Stores 1993 - 1995
ALDI Stores USA 1990 - 1993
Skills
Material Handling, New Business Development, Management, Key Account Development, Sales, Negotiation, Sales Management, Contract Negotiation, Leadership, Account Management, Business Development, Key Account Management, Product Development, International Sales, Pricing, B2B, Training, Customer Service, Sales Operations, Solution Selling, Product Management, Manufacturing
Education
Truman State University 1986 — 1990
BA, Business
Sun Architectural Products January 2001 - Present
National Construction Enterprises May 1998 - November 2000
Venture Stores 1985 - 1995
Skills
Construction, Microsoft Office, Contract Negotiation, Value Engineering, Construction Management, Project Management, Process Scheduler, Procurement, Project Planning, Contract Management, Contractors, Project Estimation, Budgets, Legal Issues, Pre-construction, Renovation, Strategic Planning
Education
University of Michigan Business School 1996 — 1998
University of Missouri-Columbia 1979 — 1983
BSME, Mechanical Engineering
Forest Park Forever April 2011 - Present
Randle & Associates October 2009 - November 2011
Monsanto 1998 - 2006
Venture Stores 1995 - 1997
Arthur Andersen 1986 - 1994
Skills
Customer Service, Organizational..., Audit, Customer Relations, Internal Audit, Internal Controls, Budgeting, Fraud, Accounting, Financial Reporting, SOX, Talent Management, Leadership Development, Risk, Strategic Planning, Fraud Investigations, New Business Development, Executive Coaching, Organizational..., HR Strategy, Problem Solving, Retail
Education
Saint Louis University
BSBA, Accounting
Pi Beta Phi Fraternity July 2004 - Present
Venture Stores 1990 - 1993
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Press Releases, Event Planning, Facebook, Marketing Strategy, Fundraising, Management, Retail, Marketing, Budgets, Marketing Communications, Event Management
Education
Sam Houston State University 1978 — 1982
BA, Fashion Merchandising, Business
Kohl's Department Stores - Corporate office 1998 - Present
Venture Stores 1987 - 1998
Skills
Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Assortment, Retail, Store Operations, Merchandise Planning, Store Management, Fashion, Loss Prevention, Driving Results, Strategic Planning, Corporate Communications, Project Management, Space planning, Team Leadership, Training and development, Vendor Relationships, Partnership-building, Creative Problem Solving, Streamlining Process, Trend, Footwear, Athletic Apparel, Intimate apparel, Launching New Brands, Designer Capsules, Event Planning, Intern program, Presenting, Microsoft Suite
Education
Northern Illinois University 1985 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Fashion Merchandising; Minor -Business Administration
Rock Valley College 1982 — 1984
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
West High School Rockford 1978 — 1982
Lindenwood University August 2010 - Present
COLORS IN OPTICS, LTD. January 2001 - April 2012
TOTES/ISOTONER October 2002 - June 2009
RETAIL ASSISTANCE CORPORATION January 2004 - July 2007
HR Options October 1999 - October 2002
Hundelt Home April 1989 - October 1999
Venture Stores February 1985 - April 1989
Education
St. Louis Community College
Criminal Justice, Int'l Business, Microsoft 2007 Overview
Enterprise Holdings February 2014 - Present
Enterprise Rent-A-Car April 2005 - Present
Monsanto March 2004 - December 2004
Union Pacific Technology January 1998 - January 2004
Venture Stores 1994 - 1997
Venture Stores 1994 - 1997
Skills
Business Analysis, SDLC, Visio, Requirements Analysis, Requirements Gathering, Process Improvement, SharePoint, Project Management, Data Analysis, Software Documentation, Quality Assurance, User Acceptance Testing, Agile Methodologies, Integration, Analysis
Education
University of Missouri-Rolla 1983 — 1987
BS, Computer Scinece
University of Missouri-Rolla 1983 — 1987
BS, Computer Science
First Bank 2003 - Present
First Bank 1998 - 2003
Venture Stores, Inc. 1996 - 1998
Venture Stores 1995 - 1996
Venture Stores 1982 - 1995
Venture Stores 1980 - 1982
Skills
Employee Relations, Coaching, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Talent Acquisition, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Talent Management, Human Resources, Employee Engagement, Business Analysis, Customer Service, Succession Planning, Onboarding, Training, Recruiting, Management
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
BS, Human Enviromental Sciences
Sara Lee 1999 - 2005
Sara Lee / Earthgrains March 1996 - March 1999
Venture Stores 1994 - 1996
Anheuser-Busch Companies 1993 - 1994
U.S. Department of Labor / OSHA 1990 - 1993
Skills
Auditing, EHS, Ergonomics, Human Resources, Industrial Hygiene, Leadership, Management, Occupational Health, Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Root Cause Analysis, Safety Management..., Training, Workers Compensation
Education
Purdue University 1983 — 1988
BS, Health Sciences, Industrial Hygiene
JustEnough Software Corporation September 2015 - Present
VF Jeanswear 2003 - August 2015
VF Corporation - Playwear 1998 - 2003
Venture Stores 1991 - 1998
Skills
Retail, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Customer Service, Apparel, Microsoft Office, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Trend Analysis, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Control, Global Sourcing, Trend, Management, Fashion, CPFR
Education
University of North Carolina at Greensboro 2002 — 2005
MS, IT Management
University of Wisconsin-Madison 1987 — 1991
BS, Retail
Olympia Auto and Tire 1998 - Present
Rental Houses 1997 - Present
Venture Stores 1995 - 1998
Venture Stores 1991 - 1995
Skills
Public Speaking, Forecasting, Customer Service, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Project Management, Accounting, Management, Process Improvement, Coaching, Sales Management, New Business Development, Start-ups, Marketing, Payroll, Leadership
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
BA, Economics
Concordia Publishing House November 2011 - Present
Concordia Publishing House June 2003 - November 2011
Venture Stores August 1986 - June 1989
Skills
Publishing, Budgeting, Strategic Planning, Inventory Management, Product Development, Business Planning, Magazines, Production, Non-profits, Operations Management, Planning, Vendor Relations, Content Creation, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Budgets, Advertising, Project Planning, Customer Service, Purchasing, Email Marketing, Management, Social Media, Nonprofits, Content Strategy
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1985 — 1989
BSBA, Management, Economics
Hillsboro High School 1982 — 1985
College Preparatory
Independent Contractor 2012 - Present
Weikart and Hinton HealthCare Group March 2011 - November 2011
Von Maur August 2010 - March 2011
LAD, Inc April 2002 - December 2009
Anheuser-Busch, Inc. July 1998 - March 2002
Anheuser-Busch July 1998 - March 2002
Venture Stores, Inc October 1992 - June 1998
Venture Stores, Inc. October 1992 - June 1998
Venture Stores, Inc. October 1992 - June 1998
Venture Stores 1992 - 1998
Skills
Inventory Management, Process Improvement, Management, Supply Chain, Inventory Control, Budgets, Shipping, Process Scheduler, Customer Service, Time Management, Quality Assurance, Operations Management, Transportation...
Education
University of Pittsburgh 1987 — 1991
B.S, Industrial Engineering
Kennedy Catholic High School 1983 — 1987
Bloomingdales July 2011 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation May 2006 - February 2011
Ross Stores September 2000 - April 2006
Kmart Corporation February 1999 - August 2000
Kmart Corporation August 1998 - February 1999
Venture Stores June 1976 - August 1998
Skills
Apparel, Big Box, Leadership, Loss Prevention, Income Statement, Management, Merchandising, Multi-unit, P, Retail, Store Management, Strategy, Visual Merchandising, Training, Profit
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1972 — 1976
BS, Business Administration
Kohl's Department Stores Store ManagerToys R Us1998 - 2004
Venture Stores 1997 - 1998
Venture Stores 1993 - 1997
Skills
Store Management, Retail Management, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Driving Results, Loss Prevention, Store Operations, Big Box, Retail, Shrinkage, Multi-unit, Planograms, Retail Sales, New Store Openings, Associate Development, Profit
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1992 — 1995
Business Management
University of Missouri-Columbia 1990 — 1992
Political Science / Bus. Mgmt.
Ste. Genevieve High School
A Place to Grow Preschool August 2006 - Present
Stage Stores, Inc July 1996 - July 2006
Venture Stores May 1994 - June 1996
Skills
Retail Buying, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office
Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake 1997 — 2001
MBA, Business Administration
Texas A&M University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Business Administration, Marketing
Phoenix Textile Corporation 2010 - Present
Mirage Prodcuts 2007 - 2010
Venture Stores 1986 - 1996
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia
Bachelor of Science (B.S.)
Basler Electric March 1997 - September 2012
BT Office Products International February 1993 - March 1997
Word Technology Systems May 1988 - November 1992
Venture Stores July 1986 - May 1988
John Sexton & Company June 1985 - July 1986
Skills
Cost Saving Initiatives, Negotiation, Product Development, Process Improvement, Forecasting, EDI, Iso 9000, Supply Chain Management, MRP, Procurement, Inventory, Purchasing, Supply Management, Vendor Management, Invoice Reconciliation, Problem Resolution, Vendor Negotiations, Inventory Maintenance, Cost Avoidance, Inventory Audits, Blanket Orders
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Home Depot 2000 - Present
K-Mart 1998 - 2000
Venture Stores 1978 - 1998
Skills
Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Big Box, Shrinkage, Retail, Inventory Management, Profit, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Sales, Sales Management, Succession Planning, Hiring, Cashiering, District Management, Operations Management, Store Operations, Assortment, Customer Satisfaction, Process Scheduler, New Store Development, Store Management, Multi-unit, Employee Training, Asset Protection, Coaching, CPFR, Associate Development, Visual Merchandising, Recruiting, Apparel, Management, Retail Sales, New Store Openings, People Development, Planograms, Team Building, Time Management, Driving Results, Purchasing, Leadership, Pricing, Multi-Unit Management, Training, Budgets, Forecasting, POS, Income Statement, Sales Operations, P&L Management
Education
St. Joseph's College (IN) 1973 — 1978
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Brother Rice High School 1969 — 1973
Fulton Communications July 2012 - Present
Assembly of God 1993 - 2013
HTS September 2004 - July 2012
Venture Stores August 1979 - June 1995
Skills
Unified Communications, VoIP, Telephony, MPLS, Solution Selling, SIP Trunking, Direct Sales, Call Centers, Selling, Sales, Cloud Computing, Managed Services, Video Conferencing, Wireless, SIP
Education
Berean 1995 — 2000
Theology/Theological Studies
University of Nebraska at Kearney 1978 — 1981
Broadcast Operations
Hebron High School
Southern Graphic Systems June 1992 - Present
Venture Stores August 1988 - March 1992
The Cystic Fibrosis Foundations July 1987 - July 1988
Neiman, Maring & Kanefield Advertising Agency June 1986 - June 1987
Skills
Graphics, Mac, Graphic Design, Pre-press, Layout, Packaging, Adobe Creative Suite, Adobe Acrobat, Digital Printing, Wide Format Printing, Offset Printing, Color Management, Print Management, Direct Mail, Account Management, Flexo
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Journalism, Advertising
Family Dollar 2004 - 2011
TJ Maxx April 1996 - July 2004
Venture Stores January 1994 - December 1996
Western Auto Supply Company June 1987 - June 1991
Skills
English-Spanish, Profit Oriented, Peripherals, Computer-related
Education
University of North Texas
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Double Major: Administrative Mgmt and Marketing