Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry: Company
DescriptionWalter E. Smithe is a furniture company based in Itasca, Illinois. The company makes, sells, and repairs furniture, specializing in custom upholstery, and operates ten showrooms throughout the Chicago metropolitan area. It was founded by Walter E. Smithe and Bill Shanahan in 1945. Headquarters: Itasca, IL Founded: 1945
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Walter E. Smithe Furniture Employees
Employee
Years
Job
Industry
Kevonne Alvis Kevonne Alvis's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2015 - Present
Job INTERIOR DESIGNER
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2015 - Present
La-Z-Boy Furniture Gallery June 2013 - March 2015
The Childs/Dreyfus Group September 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, Sketching, Microsoft Word, SketchUp, 3D Studio Max, Revit, Interior Design, Rendering, Drawing, Space-planning, Hand Drafting, Architectural Drawings, Furniture, Construction Drawings, Residential Design, Interior Architecture, FF&E, Space planning, Floor Plans
Education
Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago C.I.D.A Accredited 2009 — 2013
Pursing Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
Kent State University
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Interior Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2015 - Present
La-Z-Boy Furniture Gallery June 2013 - March 2015
The Childs/Dreyfus Group September 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Photoshop, InDesign, Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, Sketching, Microsoft Word, SketchUp, 3D Studio Max, Revit, Interior Design, Rendering, Drawing, Space-planning, Hand Drafting, Architectural Drawings, Furniture, Construction Drawings, Residential Design, Interior Architecture, FF&E, Space planning, Floor Plans
Education
Illinois Institute of Art - Chicago C.I.D.A Accredited 2009 — 2013
Pursing Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
Kent State University
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Interior Design
Erik Hoff Erik Hoff's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 2014 - February 2015
Job Technical Designer | Fashion Design
Industry Apparel & Fashion
Experience
Engineered Facility Solutions, Inc April 2015 - Present
Common Order January 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2014 - February 2015
Fish Face Goods January 2006 - May 2014
80/87 January 2011 - March 2013
Skills
Technical Design, pattern making, Sewing, Technical Drawing, Fashion Illustration, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Textiles, Knitwear, Sketching, Project Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Textile Design, Graphics, Illustration, Fine Furniture, Fashion, Furniture, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Fashion Design, Sourcing, Supplier Sourcing, Apparel Sourcing, Screen Printing, SketchUp, Fine Art, Fine Art Photography, Team Management, Marketing Strategy, Textile Prints, Design Review, Apparel, Photoshop, Interior Design
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fashion/Apparel Design
McHenry County College 2005 — 2008
Associate of Science (AS), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Engineered Facility Solutions, Inc April 2015 - Present
Common Order January 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2014 - February 2015
Fish Face Goods January 2006 - May 2014
80/87 January 2011 - March 2013
Skills
Technical Design, pattern making, Sewing, Technical Drawing, Fashion Illustration, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Textiles, Knitwear, Sketching, Project Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Textile Design, Graphics, Illustration, Fine Furniture, Fashion, Furniture, Entrepreneurship, Social Media Marketing, Marketing, Fashion Design, Sourcing, Supplier Sourcing, Apparel Sourcing, Screen Printing, SketchUp, Fine Art, Fine Art Photography, Team Management, Marketing Strategy, Textile Prints, Design Review, Apparel, Photoshop, Interior Design
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fashion/Apparel Design
McHenry County College 2005 — 2008
Associate of Science (AS), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies
Jenna Cionko's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2012 - 2013
Job Project Consultant at Precision Painting & Decorating Corp.
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
Precision Painting & Decorating Corp. June 2014 - Present
CertaPro Painters March 2010 - June 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2012 - 2013
Sherwin Williams 2004 - March 2010
Sherwin-Williams Paints 2006 - 2010
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development, Time Management, Sales, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, Customer Service, Marketing, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Selling, Painting, Color Consulting, Communication, Residential Homes, Contract Negotiation, Team Building
Education
North Central College 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Lisle Senior High School
Lisle Senior High School
Precision Painting & Decorating Corp. June 2014 - Present
CertaPro Painters March 2010 - June 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2012 - 2013
Sherwin Williams 2004 - March 2010
Sherwin-Williams Paints 2006 - 2010
Skills
Sales Management, New Business Development, Time Management, Sales, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Sales Operations, Customer Service, Marketing, Sales Process, Sales Presentations, Customer Satisfaction, Retail, Selling, Painting, Color Consulting, Communication, Residential Homes, Contract Negotiation, Team Building
Education
North Central College 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Lisle Senior High School
Lisle Senior High School
Jolanna Goodlow Jolanna Goodlow's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2013 - July 2014
Job Stylist
Industry Events Services
Experience
Self-employed July 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2013 - July 2014
Blue Chip Casino -- Boyd Gaming Corporation June 2007 - January 2008
Blue Chip Casino -- Boyd Gaming Corporation August 1997 - June 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Hair Cutting, Hair Care, Hair Extensions, Problem Solving, Appointment Scheduling, Schedules, Procedure Development, Manual Development, Revisions, Corrective Actions, Training, Instructor-led Training, Communication Skills, Cosmetology
Education
Wedding planning 2014 — 2014
Certified Wedding Planner
Merrillville Beauty College 2012 — 2013
Barber Stylist, Cosmetology
Self-employed July 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2013 - July 2014
Blue Chip Casino -- Boyd Gaming Corporation June 2007 - January 2008
Blue Chip Casino -- Boyd Gaming Corporation August 1997 - June 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Hair Cutting, Hair Care, Hair Extensions, Problem Solving, Appointment Scheduling, Schedules, Procedure Development, Manual Development, Revisions, Corrective Actions, Training, Instructor-led Training, Communication Skills, Cosmetology
Education
Wedding planning 2014 — 2014
Certified Wedding Planner
Merrillville Beauty College 2012 — 2013
Barber Stylist, Cosmetology
Caitlin M Kilroy Caitlin M Kilroy's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2014 - 2015
Job Interior Design Graduate from Southern Illinois Univerity
Industry Design
Experience
Adecco Engineering & IT July 2015 - Present
Lisle Park District July 2008 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2014 - 2015
Design + Remodel 2010 - 2014
Lisle Park District May 2013 - August 2013
Lisle Park District June 2008 - June 2013
Arboretum Kitchen and Bath 2008 - 2010
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, SketchUp, Photoshop, Revit, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Corel, 20/20 Design, Rendering, Space planning, Teamwork, InDesign, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Sketching, Social Media, Interior Design, Research, Design Research, Time Management
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2009 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Interior Design
Augustana College 2008 — 2009
Transfer student
Adecco Engineering & IT July 2015 - Present
Lisle Park District July 2008 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2014 - 2015
Design + Remodel 2010 - 2014
Lisle Park District May 2013 - August 2013
Lisle Park District June 2008 - June 2013
Arboretum Kitchen and Bath 2008 - 2010
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, SketchUp, Photoshop, Revit, AutoCAD, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Corel, 20/20 Design, Rendering, Space planning, Teamwork, InDesign, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Sketching, Social Media, Interior Design, Research, Design Research, Time Management
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2009 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Interior Design
Augustana College 2008 — 2009
Transfer student
Sandra Girolami Sandra Girolami's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience March 2007 - May 2008
Job Mortgage Loan Originator at Bridgeview Bank Mortgage
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Bridgeview Bank Mortgage March 2015 - Present
CrossCountry Mortgage, Inc. March 2013 - March 2015
Nordstrom October 2010 - February 2012
Village Green May 2008 - February 2010
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2007 - May 2008
Northwest Metal Craft Studios May 2000 - March 2007
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Event Planning, Advertising, B2B, Negotiation, Time Management, Cold Calling, Marketing, Merchandising, Account Management, Networking, Investment Properties, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Budgets, Social Media, Public Speaking, Social Networking
Education
Harper College
N/A, Business/Marketing and Sales
Bridgeview Bank Mortgage March 2015 - Present
CrossCountry Mortgage, Inc. March 2013 - March 2015
Nordstrom October 2010 - February 2012
Village Green May 2008 - February 2010
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2007 - May 2008
Northwest Metal Craft Studios May 2000 - March 2007
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Event Planning, Advertising, B2B, Negotiation, Time Management, Cold Calling, Marketing, Merchandising, Account Management, Networking, Investment Properties, Social Media Marketing, Team Building, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Budgets, Social Media, Public Speaking, Social Networking
Education
Harper College
N/A, Business/Marketing and Sales
Katie Block Katie Block's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2013 - November 2014
Job Designer
Industry Design
Experience
Quatrine January 2015 - Present
Chic Antique June 2014 - January 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2013 - November 2014
Anti Cruelty Society March 2010 - December 2013
Chic Antique August 2012 - August 2013
Freelance February 2011 - August 2012
Handman Associates August 2009 - December 2009
Hampton School January 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Interior Design, Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max, Sketching, Interior Architecture, Rendering, Hand Drafting, Lighting
Education
Harrington College of Design 2007 — 2009
BA, Interior Design
Wartburg College 2003 — 2007
BA, Elementary Education
Quatrine January 2015 - Present
Chic Antique June 2014 - January 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2013 - November 2014
Anti Cruelty Society March 2010 - December 2013
Chic Antique August 2012 - August 2013
Freelance February 2011 - August 2012
Handman Associates August 2009 - December 2009
Hampton School January 2007 - April 2007
Skills
Interior Design, Revit, SketchUp, AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max, Sketching, Interior Architecture, Rendering, Hand Drafting, Lighting
Education
Harrington College of Design 2007 — 2009
BA, Interior Design
Wartburg College 2003 — 2007
BA, Elementary Education
Amy Corcoran Amy Corcoran's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2014 - Present
Job Design Manager at Hartz Construction
Industry Design
Experience
Hartz Construction Co., Inc. May 2015 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2014 - Present
K. Hovnanian Homes 2005 - 2013
Skills
Home Staging, Selling Skills, Customer Service, Model Home Design, Interior Design, Real Estate, Residential Homes, Window Treatments, Floor Plans, Interior Architecture, Sketching, Furniture, Renovation, Sales, SketchUp, Marketing, Space Planning, Team Building, Leadership
Education
The Illinois Institute of Art-Schaumburg
Interior Design
Western Wisconsin Technical College
Associate's degree
Winona State University
Hartz Construction Co., Inc. May 2015 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2014 - Present
K. Hovnanian Homes 2005 - 2013
Skills
Home Staging, Selling Skills, Customer Service, Model Home Design, Interior Design, Real Estate, Residential Homes, Window Treatments, Floor Plans, Interior Architecture, Sketching, Furniture, Renovation, Sales, SketchUp, Marketing, Space Planning, Team Building, Leadership
Education
The Illinois Institute of Art-Schaumburg
Interior Design
Western Wisconsin Technical College
Associate's degree
Winona State University
Mindy Helm's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2012 - May 2013
Job Design Assistant at Frank Ponterio Interior Design
Industry Design
Experience
Frank Ponterio Interior Design March 2014 - Present
ALARM Press May 2013 - March 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2012 - May 2013
Australia October 2011 - May 2012
Indiana University Interior Design Office December 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Revit, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Word, 3D Studio Max, Furniture
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, Minor in Business
Frank Ponterio Interior Design March 2014 - Present
ALARM Press May 2013 - March 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2012 - May 2013
Australia October 2011 - May 2012
Indiana University Interior Design Office December 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Revit, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Word, 3D Studio Max, Furniture
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design, Minor in Business
Ella Krupinski Ella Krupinski's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience March 2013 - March 2014
Job Interior Designer at ML Group Design + Development
Industry Design
Experience
ML Group Design + Development March 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2013 - March 2014
Gallery of Hair September 2010 - March 2013
Handman Associates January 2012 - April 2012
Gallery of Hair September 2008 - September 2010
Skills
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Commercial Interiors, Interior Systems, AutoCAD Architecture, Architectural Interiors, Space-planning, ADA compliance, 3D Studio Max, AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, InDesign, Sustainable Design, 3D rendering, Rendering, Floor Plans, Construction Drawings, Space Planning, Space planning
Education
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Interior Design, Interior Design
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
ML Group Design + Development March 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2013 - March 2014
Gallery of Hair September 2010 - March 2013
Handman Associates January 2012 - April 2012
Gallery of Hair September 2008 - September 2010
Skills
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Commercial Interiors, Interior Systems, AutoCAD Architecture, Architectural Interiors, Space-planning, ADA compliance, 3D Studio Max, AutoCAD, Revit, Photoshop, InDesign, Sustainable Design, 3D rendering, Rendering, Floor Plans, Construction Drawings, Space Planning, Space planning
Education
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Bachelor's of Fine Arts in Interior Design, Interior Design
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
Tara Gabler Tara Gabler's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2000 - May 2005
Job proffessional student
Industry Accounting
Experience
delta ice cream May 2013 - September 2013
Allstate 2007 - 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2000 - May 2005
Education
Harper College 2013 — 2016
Associate's degree, Accounting and Finance, 4.0
hoffman estates high school
delta ice cream May 2013 - September 2013
Allstate 2007 - 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2000 - May 2005
Education
Harper College 2013 — 2016
Associate's degree, Accounting and Finance, 4.0
hoffman estates high school
Nathan Schrickel Nathan Schrickel's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience March 2010 - July 2012
Job Senior Designer, DIRTT
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Continental Office Environments July 2012 - Present
NS Photography January 2010 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2010 - July 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2009 - June 2009
SCH Builders January 2004 - October 2008
Skills
Furniture, Interior Design, Hand Drafting, Space-planning, Merchandising, Space Planning, Sketching, Furnishings, Rendering, Residential Design, Floor Plans, 3D rendering, SketchUp, Interior Architecture, Revit, Design Management, Managerial, Supervisory Skills, Budgets, Sales Management, Submittals, FF&E, Visual Merchandising, Color Schemes, Custom Furniture, Architectural Drawings, Finish, Sustainable Design, Flooring, AutoCAD, Upholstery, Budgeting, Inventory Management, Construction
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2008
BS, Interior Design
Continental Office Environments July 2012 - Present
NS Photography January 2010 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2010 - July 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2009 - June 2009
SCH Builders January 2004 - October 2008
Skills
Furniture, Interior Design, Hand Drafting, Space-planning, Merchandising, Space Planning, Sketching, Furnishings, Rendering, Residential Design, Floor Plans, 3D rendering, SketchUp, Interior Architecture, Revit, Design Management, Managerial, Supervisory Skills, Budgets, Sales Management, Submittals, FF&E, Visual Merchandising, Color Schemes, Custom Furniture, Architectural Drawings, Finish, Sustainable Design, Flooring, AutoCAD, Upholstery, Budgeting, Inventory Management, Construction
Education
Bowling Green State University 2004 — 2008
BS, Interior Design
Phyllis Krage Phyllis Krage's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 1994 - Present
Job Executive Assistant at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 1994 - Present
Skills
Budgets, Retail, Marketing, Sales, Team Building, Visual Merchandising, Purchasing, Employee Relations, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Coordinating Events
Education
MacCormac College 2000 — 2002
Accociates in Applied Science, Paralegal
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1983
Art and Design Major
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 1994 - Present
Skills
Budgets, Retail, Marketing, Sales, Team Building, Visual Merchandising, Purchasing, Employee Relations, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Coordinating Events
Education
MacCormac College 2000 — 2002
Accociates in Applied Science, Paralegal
Northern Illinois University 1980 — 1983
Art and Design Major
Missy Peterson Missy Peterson's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience February 2004 - October 2004
Job Independent Sales Professional
Industry Textiles
Experience
Self Employed September 2014 - Present
Cowtan & Tout September 2007 - September 2014
Scalamandre November 2004 - September 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2004 - October 2004
Skills
Space-planning, Textiles, Furnishings, Furniture, Window Treatments, Textile Industry, Wallcoverings, Interior Design, Floor Plans, Sketching, Merchandising, Residential Design, Space planning, Upholstery, Sales, Sales Presentations, Custom Furniture, Retail Design, FF&E, Finish, Rendering
Education
The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design
College of DuPage 1999 — 2001
General Studies, General Studies
Self Employed September 2014 - Present
Cowtan & Tout September 2007 - September 2014
Scalamandre November 2004 - September 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2004 - October 2004
Skills
Space-planning, Textiles, Furnishings, Furniture, Window Treatments, Textile Industry, Wallcoverings, Interior Design, Floor Plans, Sketching, Merchandising, Residential Design, Space planning, Upholstery, Sales, Sales Presentations, Custom Furniture, Retail Design, FF&E, Finish, Rendering
Education
The Illinois Institute of Art - Schaumburg 2001 — 2003
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Interior Design
College of DuPage 1999 — 2001
General Studies, General Studies
Roaa Aldaw Roaa Aldaw's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience December 2013 - Present
Job Interior design and architecture
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Sears Holdings Corporation August 2015 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2013 - Present
Skills
AutoCAD, Revit, 3D Studio Max, 3D Rendering, 3D Modeling, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Color Schemes, Business Management, Model Making, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Space Planning, Sketching, Rendering, Floor Plans, InDesign, Design Research, Furniture, Architecture, Finish
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Interior Architecture and business management, senior
Benedictine University 2008 — 2009
-, Pre-Dentistry Studies
Sears Holdings Corporation August 2015 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2013 - Present
Skills
AutoCAD, Revit, 3D Studio Max, 3D Rendering, 3D Modeling, Microsoft Office, Photoshop, SketchUp, Adobe Creative Suite, Color Schemes, Business Management, Model Making, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Space Planning, Sketching, Rendering, Floor Plans, InDesign, Design Research, Furniture, Architecture, Finish
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Interior Architecture and business management, senior
Benedictine University 2008 — 2009
-, Pre-Dentistry Studies
christina gall christina gall's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2004 - 2005
Job Consultant at Melaleuca:The Wellness Company
Industry Retail
Experience
Melaleuca:The Wellness Company August 2014 - Present
The Home Depot October 2006 - Present
Ethan Allen Retail, Inc. 2005 - 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - 2005
Skills
Great communications..., Great eye for detail, Highly motivated..., Team Leadership, Interior Architecture, Sales, Leadership, 20/20 Design, 20/20 Design Software, Kitchen & Bath Design, Floor Plans, Elevations, Hand Drafting, Countertops, Window Treatments, Color Schemes, Finish Selections, Space planning, Kitchen Cabinets, Cabinetry, Color Theory, Retail Design, Furnishings, FF&E
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, Interior Architecture / Design
Lincoln Way High School 1996 — 1999
general studies
Melaleuca:The Wellness Company August 2014 - Present
The Home Depot October 2006 - Present
Ethan Allen Retail, Inc. 2005 - 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - 2005
Skills
Great communications..., Great eye for detail, Highly motivated..., Team Leadership, Interior Architecture, Sales, Leadership, 20/20 Design, 20/20 Design Software, Kitchen & Bath Design, Floor Plans, Elevations, Hand Drafting, Countertops, Window Treatments, Color Schemes, Finish Selections, Space planning, Kitchen Cabinets, Cabinetry, Color Theory, Retail Design, Furnishings, FF&E
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree in Fine Arts, Interior Architecture / Design
Lincoln Way High School 1996 — 1999
general studies
LInda Pecho's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2010 - March 2013
Job Retail Sales
Industry Furniture
Experience
Ashley Furniture Homestores May 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2010 - March 2013
Skills
Furniture, Space planning, Interior Design, Furnishings, Floor Plans, Kitchen & Bath Design, Window Treatments, Cabinetry, Retail, Home Staging, Sketching, Merchandising
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Major in Advertising Minor in Marketing
St. Scholastica High School- Chicago 1978 — 1981
Ashley Furniture Homestores May 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2010 - March 2013
Skills
Furniture, Space planning, Interior Design, Furnishings, Floor Plans, Kitchen & Bath Design, Window Treatments, Cabinetry, Retail, Home Staging, Sketching, Merchandising
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Major in Advertising Minor in Marketing
St. Scholastica High School- Chicago 1978 — 1981
Paris Mumford Paris Mumford's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 1990 - July 1995
Job Design Center Manager at Ethan Allen Retail, Inc.
Industry Furniture
Experience
Ethan Allen Retail, Inc. July 2013 - Present
Ethan Allen Retail, Inc. February 2013 - July 2013
Paris Designs July 1995 - July 2003
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 1990 - July 1995
Bennet and Seely February 1987 - November 1989
Skills
Furniture, Space-planning, Furnishings, Interior Design, Floor Plans, Window Treatments, Custom Furniture, Upholstery, FF&E, Home Staging, Retail, Textiles, Sales Management, Presentations, Project Management, Client Relations Skills, Space planning, Residential Design, Visual Merchandising, Color Schemes, Draperies, Retail Design, Interior Architecture, Sketching, Hand Drafting, Bedding, Finish Selections
Education
Iowa State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Interior Design
Ethan Allen Retail, Inc. July 2013 - Present
Ethan Allen Retail, Inc. February 2013 - July 2013
Paris Designs July 1995 - July 2003
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 1990 - July 1995
Bennet and Seely February 1987 - November 1989
Skills
Furniture, Space-planning, Furnishings, Interior Design, Floor Plans, Window Treatments, Custom Furniture, Upholstery, FF&E, Home Staging, Retail, Textiles, Sales Management, Presentations, Project Management, Client Relations Skills, Space planning, Residential Design, Visual Merchandising, Color Schemes, Draperies, Retail Design, Interior Architecture, Sketching, Hand Drafting, Bedding, Finish Selections
Education
Iowa State University 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Interior Design
Shari Mullins's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 1993 - November 2014
Job Administrative Assistant @ CDK Global formerly ADP Dealer Services
Industry Automotive
Experience
CDK Global August 2015 - Present
CDK Global November 2014 - July 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 1993 - November 2014
Wyndham Hotels August 1987 - June 1993
Skills
Team Building, Customer Service, New Business Development
Education
Harper College 1985 — 1987
Associate's Degree, Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
Schaumburg High School 1981 — 1985
High School, Business Administration, Management and Operations
CDK Global August 2015 - Present
CDK Global November 2014 - July 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 1993 - November 2014
Wyndham Hotels August 1987 - June 1993
Skills
Team Building, Customer Service, New Business Development
Education
Harper College 1985 — 1987
Associate's Degree, Business/Office Automation/Technology/Data Entry
Schaumburg High School 1981 — 1985
High School, Business Administration, Management and Operations
Aftin Nashert Aftin Nashert's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience November 2005 - May 2006
Job Paralegal at Crane and Norcross
Industry Law Practice
Experience
Crane and Norcross May 2006 - Present
Plexus Worldwide, Inc. June 2014 - Present
Arbonne International April 2013 - Present
Sports Service Soldier Field August 2005 - January 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture November 2005 - May 2006
California Closets July 2005 - November 2005
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Outlook, Illustrator, Real Estate, Art, Sales, Social Media, Event Planning, Project Planning, Analysis, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Iowa State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Art & Design
Iowa State University 2004 — 2004
Study Abroad
Crane and Norcross May 2006 - Present
Plexus Worldwide, Inc. June 2014 - Present
Arbonne International April 2013 - Present
Sports Service Soldier Field August 2005 - January 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture November 2005 - May 2006
California Closets July 2005 - November 2005
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Outlook, Illustrator, Real Estate, Art, Sales, Social Media, Event Planning, Project Planning, Analysis, Customer Satisfaction
Education
Iowa State University 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, Art & Design
Iowa State University 2004 — 2004
Study Abroad
Helen Condon's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2014 - Present
Job Interior design
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2014 - Present
Aakash Chemicals June 2010 - May 2014
Dynamic colors 2003 - 2007
Home makers 1998 - 2003
Skills
Coatings, Extrusion, Polymers, Pigments, Chemistry, Paint, Adhesives, Direct Sales, Additives, Polymer Chemistry, Laboratory, Resin, Organic Chemistry, Product Development, Wet Chemistry, Sales, Strategic Planning
Education
College of DuPage 2005 — 2007
Graphic Arts, Graphic Design
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1982 — 1984
Interior design, Graphic arts, Interior design
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College 1980 — 1982
Business, General Studies
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2014 - Present
Aakash Chemicals June 2010 - May 2014
Dynamic colors 2003 - 2007
Home makers 1998 - 2003
Skills
Coatings, Extrusion, Polymers, Pigments, Chemistry, Paint, Adhesives, Direct Sales, Additives, Polymer Chemistry, Laboratory, Resin, Organic Chemistry, Product Development, Wet Chemistry, Sales, Strategic Planning
Education
College of DuPage 2005 — 2007
Graphic Arts, Graphic Design
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 1982 — 1984
Interior design, Graphic arts, Interior design
City Colleges of Chicago-Wilbur Wright College 1980 — 1982
Business, General Studies
Brenda Spitz's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 1993 - January 2008
Job Broker Associate, Home Stylist at McColly Real Estate, BrendyArt
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
McColly Real Estate, BrendyArt Business Owner/ ArtistBrendyArtJanuary 2011 - Present
BrendyArt LLC January 2010 - Present
McColly Real Estate 2009 - Present
Walgreens 2010 - 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 1993 - January 2008
Marshall Field's 1993 - 1995
Skills
Entrepreneurship, Sales Management,..., Marketing, Home Staging, Sales, Selling, Customer Service, Real Estate, Sales Management, Team Building, Leadership, Residential Homes, Product Development, Negotiation, Visual Merchandising, Management, Merchandising, Color Schemes, Contract Negotiation, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Space planning, Interior Architecture, Furniture, Product Management, Public Speaking, Design Consulting, Finish, Interior Design, Social Media Marketing, Process Scheduler, Small Business, Coaching, Custom Furniture, Floor Plans, Rendering, Retail, Art, Store Management, Designs, Artistic Abilities, Social Networking, Furnishings, FF&E, Kitchen & Bath Design, Upholstery, Retail Design, Renovation, Home, Customer Relations
Education
Purdue University Calumet 1983 — 1985
Interior Design
Core Leadership Program
Creative Leadership
Purdue University Calumet
Continued Ed, Interior Design
McColly Real Estate, BrendyArt Business Owner/ ArtistBrendyArtJanuary 2011 - Present
BrendyArt LLC January 2010 - Present
McColly Real Estate 2009 - Present
Walgreens 2010 - 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 1993 - January 2008
Marshall Field's 1993 - 1995
Skills
Entrepreneurship, Sales Management,..., Marketing, Home Staging, Sales, Selling, Customer Service, Real Estate, Sales Management, Team Building, Leadership, Residential Homes, Product Development, Negotiation, Visual Merchandising, Management, Merchandising, Color Schemes, Contract Negotiation, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Space planning, Interior Architecture, Furniture, Product Management, Public Speaking, Design Consulting, Finish, Interior Design, Social Media Marketing, Process Scheduler, Small Business, Coaching, Custom Furniture, Floor Plans, Rendering, Retail, Art, Store Management, Designs, Artistic Abilities, Social Networking, Furnishings, FF&E, Kitchen & Bath Design, Upholstery, Retail Design, Renovation, Home, Customer Relations
Education
Purdue University Calumet 1983 — 1985
Interior Design
Core Leadership Program
Creative Leadership
Purdue University Calumet
Continued Ed, Interior Design
Valerie Yadron Valerie Yadron's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2003 - April 2009
Job Independent Design Professional
Industry Design
Experience
Classic Home Furniture March 2014 - Present
Feizy 2010 - 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2003 - April 2009
Skills
Merchandising, Product Development, InDesign, Marketing, Sales, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Sales Management, Retail, Creative Direction, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Account Management, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Customer Service
Education
Joliet Junior College
Associate's degree, Interior Design
Purdue University Calumet
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Classic Home Furniture March 2014 - Present
Feizy 2010 - 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2003 - April 2009
Skills
Merchandising, Product Development, InDesign, Marketing, Sales, Graphic Design, Illustrator, Sales Management, Retail, Creative Direction, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Account Management, Sales Operations, New Business Development, Customer Service
Education
Joliet Junior College
Associate's degree, Interior Design
Purdue University Calumet
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Early Childhood Education and Teaching
Sara Waelke's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience February 2006 - May 2007
Job Display Artist at Urban Outfitters
Industry Design
Experience
Urban Outfitters June 2008 - Present
Anthony Michael Interior Design May 2007 - October 2007
Brighton Development May 2007 - October 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2006 - May 2007
Kojo Workshop June 2005 - February 2006
University of Kansas, Art and Design Department January 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Furniture, Concept Development, Branded Environments, Interior Design, Window Displays, Visual Merchandising, Retail Design, Design Research, Visual Concepts, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Layout, Floor Plans, Sketching, Space planning, Built Environment, Industrial Design, Product Design, Fine Art, Custom Furniture, Woodworking, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, AutoCAD
Education
University of Kansas 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design
Urban Outfitters June 2008 - Present
Anthony Michael Interior Design May 2007 - October 2007
Brighton Development May 2007 - October 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2006 - May 2007
Kojo Workshop June 2005 - February 2006
University of Kansas, Art and Design Department January 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Furniture, Concept Development, Branded Environments, Interior Design, Window Displays, Visual Merchandising, Retail Design, Design Research, Visual Concepts, Adobe Creative Suite, SketchUp, Layout, Floor Plans, Sketching, Space planning, Built Environment, Industrial Design, Product Design, Fine Art, Custom Furniture, Woodworking, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, AutoCAD
Education
University of Kansas 2000 — 2005
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Industrial and Product Design
Derek Mumford Derek Mumford's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience December 2009 - July 2011
Job Wholesale Sales Manager
Industry Plastics
Experience
Vico Plastics Inc. September 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2009 - July 2011
Skills
Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Marine Industry, Canvas, Sales, Contract Negotiation, International Sales, Boating, Trade Shows, Account Management, New Business Development, Negotiation, Customer Service, Team Building
Education
McHenry County College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Science (AS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General, A
McHenry County College 2008 — 2010
Business Administration and Management, General
Vico Plastics Inc. September 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2009 - July 2011
Skills
Sales Management, Sales Presentations, Marine Industry, Canvas, Sales, Contract Negotiation, International Sales, Boating, Trade Shows, Account Management, New Business Development, Negotiation, Customer Service, Team Building
Education
McHenry County College 2008 — 2010
Associate of Science (AS), Biology/Biological Sciences, General, A
McHenry County College 2008 — 2010
Business Administration and Management, General
Dean Malambri Dean Malambri's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2004 - 2009
Job Interior Designer, Dean Alan Design
Industry Furniture
Experience
Dean Alan Design January 2011 - Present
Self January 1991 - Present
Self January 1991 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - 2009
Skills
Furniture, Space planning, Window Treatments, Area Rugs, Kitchen & Bath Design, Interior Design, Sketching, Interior Architecture, Furnishings, Custom Furniture, Floor Plans, Bedding, Residential Design, Upholstery, Rendering, Textiles, Cabinetry, Draperies, Lighting Design, Finish Selections, Accessorizing, Color Schemes, Concept Design, Blinds, 3D rendering, Color Theory, Carpet, Wood, Window Coverings, Fabric Selection, Design Consulting, Home Accessories, Finish, Drawing, Lighting, Merchandising, Renovation, Residential Homes, Retail, Space Planning, Space-planning, Visual Merchandising, Submittals
Education
University of Cincinnati 1998 — 2001
DMA, piano performance
Northern Illinois University 1993 — 1998
master of music, classical piano, music education
Northern Illinois University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music
Dean Alan Design January 2011 - Present
Self January 1991 - Present
Self January 1991 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - 2009
Skills
Furniture, Space planning, Window Treatments, Area Rugs, Kitchen & Bath Design, Interior Design, Sketching, Interior Architecture, Furnishings, Custom Furniture, Floor Plans, Bedding, Residential Design, Upholstery, Rendering, Textiles, Cabinetry, Draperies, Lighting Design, Finish Selections, Accessorizing, Color Schemes, Concept Design, Blinds, 3D rendering, Color Theory, Carpet, Wood, Window Coverings, Fabric Selection, Design Consulting, Home Accessories, Finish, Drawing, Lighting, Merchandising, Renovation, Residential Homes, Retail, Space Planning, Space-planning, Visual Merchandising, Submittals
Education
University of Cincinnati 1998 — 2001
DMA, piano performance
Northern Illinois University 1993 — 1998
master of music, classical piano, music education
Northern Illinois University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Music
Kelli Boonstra Kelli Boonstra's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2013 - Present
Job Interior Designer
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2013 - Present
Walmart June 2012 - August 2013
Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings January 2012 - June 2012
Walmart November 2006 - June 2012
Skills
AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, 3D Modeling, InDesign
Education
Harrington College of Design 2005 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Interior Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2013 - Present
Walmart June 2012 - August 2013
Kenneth Ludwig Home Furnishings January 2012 - June 2012
Walmart November 2006 - June 2012
Skills
AutoCAD, 3D Studio Max, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, 3D Modeling, InDesign
Education
Harrington College of Design 2005 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Interior Design
Deborah Maczka Deborah Maczka's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2012 - August 2013
Job Associate Marketing Manager at The Testor Corp. a division of RustOleum
Industry Consumer Electronics
Experience
The Testor Corp. a division of Rust-Oleum April 2014 - Present
Brake Parts Inc LLC February 2014 - March 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2012 - August 2013
LG Electronics May 2011 - November 2011
LG Electronics April 2010 - April 2011
LG Electronics November 2006 - March 2010
LG Electronics October 1996 - October 2006
Skills
Product Management, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Channel, Consumer Electronics, Sales
Education
Eastern Illinois University
BS, Marketing
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
One year towards MBA, Marketing
Ray College of Design
One year towards degree, Interior Design
The Testor Corp. a division of Rust-Oleum April 2014 - Present
Brake Parts Inc LLC February 2014 - March 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2012 - August 2013
LG Electronics May 2011 - November 2011
LG Electronics April 2010 - April 2011
LG Electronics November 2006 - March 2010
LG Electronics October 1996 - October 2006
Skills
Product Management, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Channel, Consumer Electronics, Sales
Education
Eastern Illinois University
BS, Marketing
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University
One year towards MBA, Marketing
Ray College of Design
One year towards degree, Interior Design
Shaina Charles Shaina Charles's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2013 - Present
Job Senior Pricing Auditor
Industry Accounting
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2013 - June 2013
Chicago Public Schools January 2009 - June 2013
Illinois State Board of Education November 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Custom Furniture, Pricing, Tutoring, Auditing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, InDesign, Storis, AutoCAD Architecture, Word, Classroom Instruction, Spanish, SketchUp, Research, Drawing, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Sales, Customer Service
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2008 — 2012
BFA, Interior Architecture
University of Illinois at Chicago 2007 — 2008
Biochemistry
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2013 - June 2013
Chicago Public Schools January 2009 - June 2013
Illinois State Board of Education November 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Custom Furniture, Pricing, Tutoring, Auditing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Photoshop, InDesign, Storis, AutoCAD Architecture, Word, Classroom Instruction, Spanish, SketchUp, Research, Drawing, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Sales, Customer Service
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2008 — 2012
BFA, Interior Architecture
University of Illinois at Chicago 2007 — 2008
Biochemistry
Janis Hinkle Janis Hinkle's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 2012 - February 2014
Job Project SpecialistInteriors at Lowe's Home Improvement
Industry Graphic Design
Experience
The Bridal Guide 1992 - Present
Lowe's Home Improvement March 2014 - January 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2012 - February 2014
Pinnacle Construction & Development Corp. June 2006 - September 2009
Graphix Products 2003 - 2006
TMC Graphics & Marketing Services Inc. 1990 - 2003
Promac, Inc 1986 - 1989
Skills
Sketching, Interior Design, Furniture, Graphic Design, Flooring, Custom Furniture, Upholstery, Layout, Rendering
Education
Elgin Community College 1985 — 1986
Graphic Design and Marketing
Iowa State University 1975 — 1976
Advertising Design
The Bridal Guide 1992 - Present
Lowe's Home Improvement March 2014 - January 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2012 - February 2014
Pinnacle Construction & Development Corp. June 2006 - September 2009
Graphix Products 2003 - 2006
TMC Graphics & Marketing Services Inc. 1990 - 2003
Promac, Inc 1986 - 1989
Skills
Sketching, Interior Design, Furniture, Graphic Design, Flooring, Custom Furniture, Upholstery, Layout, Rendering
Education
Elgin Community College 1985 — 1986
Graphic Design and Marketing
Iowa State University 1975 — 1976
Advertising Design
Nastasha Ellis Nastasha Ellis's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2011 - 2011
Job Freelance Interior Designer at N.E. Designs
Industry Furniture
Experience
N.E. Designs June 2006 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2011 - 2011
US Remodelers March 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Interior Design, Customer Service, Retail Operations, MS Office Programs, Photoshop, AutoCAD, 20/20 Design, Windows & Mac operating..., Team Leadership, Team-orientated, Self-starter, Self-driven, Goal Oriented, Organization
Education
International Academy of Design and Technology-Chicago 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree of Fine Arts, Interior Design
N.E. Designs June 2006 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2011 - 2011
US Remodelers March 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Interior Design, Customer Service, Retail Operations, MS Office Programs, Photoshop, AutoCAD, 20/20 Design, Windows & Mac operating..., Team Leadership, Team-orientated, Self-starter, Self-driven, Goal Oriented, Organization
Education
International Academy of Design and Technology-Chicago 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's Degree of Fine Arts, Interior Design
Aikeisha O. Jones Aikeisha O. Jones's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience December 2012 - September 2013
Job Claim Associate
Industry Insurance
Experience
State Farm January 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2012 - September 2013
Nordstrom June 2012 - November 2012
CareerBuilder.com April 2011 - September 2011
Sutton Ford Lincoln Mercury August 2010 - January 2011
Sutton Ford Lincoln Mercury August 2009 - August 2010
Deliciously Vintage Boutique March 2009 - July 2009
Wet Seal, Inc April 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Cold Calling, Retail Sales, Retail, Sales, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Sales Operations, Customer Retention, New Business Development, Leadership, Social Networking, Fashion, Selling, Sales Process, Training, B2B, Business Development, Strategy
Education
International University of Monaco
Master of Science (MSc), Luxury Management, MSc Candidate 2015
Howard University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Fashion Merchandising
Illinois Wesleyan University 2002 — 2003
Business Administration and Management, General
State Farm January 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2012 - September 2013
Nordstrom June 2012 - November 2012
CareerBuilder.com April 2011 - September 2011
Sutton Ford Lincoln Mercury August 2010 - January 2011
Sutton Ford Lincoln Mercury August 2009 - August 2010
Deliciously Vintage Boutique March 2009 - July 2009
Wet Seal, Inc April 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Cold Calling, Retail Sales, Retail, Sales, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Sales Operations, Customer Retention, New Business Development, Leadership, Social Networking, Fashion, Selling, Sales Process, Training, B2B, Business Development, Strategy
Education
International University of Monaco
Master of Science (MSc), Luxury Management, MSc Candidate 2015
Howard University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Fashion Merchandising
Illinois Wesleyan University 2002 — 2003
Business Administration and Management, General
Jill Cristao Jill Cristao's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 2003 - February 2008
Job Director of Connections at Evangelical Free Church
Industry Religious Institutions
Experience
Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake July 2014 - Present
Willow Creek Community Church September 2008 - February 2012
Ethan Allen February 2008 - September 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2003 - February 2008
Skills
Recruiting, Networking..., Strategic Planning, Pastoral Care - High..., Strong in Applying..., Management of Large..., Motivational Leader, Strengths Finder: ..., Communication and..., Ceremonies, Writing, Interior Design, Sales Management, Leadership, Pastoral Care, Coaching, Social Networking, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Sales, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Youth Ministry, Discipleship, Church Events, Recruiting, Editing, Team Building, Preaching, Teaching, Program Development, Social Media, Blogging, Staff Development, Organizational..., Theology, Workshop Facilitation, Biblical Studies, Religion, Gospel
Education
McHenry County College
Journalism
Evangelical Free Church of Crystal Lake July 2014 - Present
Willow Creek Community Church September 2008 - February 2012
Ethan Allen February 2008 - September 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2003 - February 2008
Skills
Recruiting, Networking..., Strategic Planning, Pastoral Care - High..., Strong in Applying..., Management of Large..., Motivational Leader, Strengths Finder: ..., Communication and..., Ceremonies, Writing, Interior Design, Sales Management, Leadership, Pastoral Care, Coaching, Social Networking, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Sales, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Youth Ministry, Discipleship, Church Events, Recruiting, Editing, Team Building, Preaching, Teaching, Program Development, Social Media, Blogging, Staff Development, Organizational..., Theology, Workshop Facilitation, Biblical Studies, Religion, Gospel
Education
McHenry County College
Journalism
Heather C Stephens Heather C Stephens's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 1999 - 2000
Job Heather C Stephens: Marketing Strategist & Web Designer. Background in: Social Media, SEO, Content Marketing, & Email
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Ticomix, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Wise Owl Marketing April 2015 - Present
Becoming-Me.com November 2012 - Present
The Flip Flop CEO / Our Team Support July 2005 - Present
FatWallet, Inc. 2011 - 2015
BargainBabe.com July 2013 - February 2014
Clever Marketer February 2009 - June 2012
Arbonne International (Independent Consultant) February 2005 - May 2011
Celebrations by Vicki L. Marshall, LTD 1995 - 2004
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1999 - 2000
Skills
Blog Marketing, Personal Branding, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Facebook, Writing, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Coaching, Digital Marketing, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy, Wordpress, Email Marketing, Small Business, Affiliate Marketing, SEO, Viral Marketing, Public Speaking, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Graphic Design, WordPress, Social Marketing, Photography
Education
Columbia College 1996 — 1997
BA, Fine Art
Northern Illinois University 1992 — 1996
Fine Art & Design (Photography)
Rock Valley College 1991 — 1992
General Education
Hononegah High School 1988 — 1992
Diploma, General Studies
Ticomix, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Wise Owl Marketing April 2015 - Present
Becoming-Me.com November 2012 - Present
The Flip Flop CEO / Our Team Support July 2005 - Present
FatWallet, Inc. 2011 - 2015
BargainBabe.com July 2013 - February 2014
Clever Marketer February 2009 - June 2012
Arbonne International (Independent Consultant) February 2005 - May 2011
Celebrations by Vicki L. Marshall, LTD 1995 - 2004
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1999 - 2000
Skills
Blog Marketing, Personal Branding, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Blogging, Facebook, Writing, Online Marketing, Social Networking, Coaching, Digital Marketing, Copywriting, Marketing Strategy, Wordpress, Email Marketing, Small Business, Affiliate Marketing, SEO, Viral Marketing, Public Speaking, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Graphic Design, WordPress, Social Marketing, Photography
Education
Columbia College 1996 — 1997
BA, Fine Art
Northern Illinois University 1992 — 1996
Fine Art & Design (Photography)
Rock Valley College 1991 — 1992
General Education
Hononegah High School 1988 — 1992
Diploma, General Studies
Carianne Brady Carianne Brady's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 2013 - October 2014
Job Design/Sales Consultant
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Casa Spazio October 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2013 - October 2014
Paul Galvin Library at Illinois Institute of Technology August 2008 - May 2013
Briggs Design Associates June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Digital Media, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, Adobe Creative Suite, Organizational..., Organizational Design, Organizational..., SketchUp, 3D Studio Max, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Sociology, Social Media, Photoshop, Rendering, Revit, Illustrator, Rhino, InDesign, Model Making
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 2008 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Architecture
Casa Spazio October 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2013 - October 2014
Paul Galvin Library at Illinois Institute of Technology August 2008 - May 2013
Briggs Design Associates June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Digital Media, AutoCAD, AutoCAD Architecture, Adobe Creative Suite, Organizational..., Organizational Design, Organizational..., SketchUp, 3D Studio Max, Microsoft Office, Social Networking, Sociology, Social Media, Photoshop, Rendering, Revit, Illustrator, Rhino, InDesign, Model Making
Education
Illinois Institute of Technology 2008 — 2013
Bachelor's Degree, Architecture
Sara True Sara True's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2009 - May 2011
Job HR Assistant at CDW
Industry Retail
Experience
CDW January 2013 - Present
CDW April 2012 - January 2013
Walgreens August 2011 - April 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2009 - May 2011
IOD Incorporated December 2007 - September 2008
BARKER & GILMORE LLC September 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Taleo, Appointment Scheduling, Reference Checking, Background Checks, LinkedIn, Travel Planning, Job Postings, Interior Design, Space-planning, Color Theory, Color Schemes, Color Renderings, Rendering, 3D rendering, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop
Education
Harrington College of Design 2007 — 2009
Associate of Applied Science, Interior Design
University of Rochester
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology; Comparative Religious Studies
University of Melbourne 2005 — 2005
CDW January 2013 - Present
CDW April 2012 - January 2013
Walgreens August 2011 - April 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2009 - May 2011
IOD Incorporated December 2007 - September 2008
BARKER & GILMORE LLC September 2006 - August 2007
Skills
Taleo, Appointment Scheduling, Reference Checking, Background Checks, LinkedIn, Travel Planning, Job Postings, Interior Design, Space-planning, Color Theory, Color Schemes, Color Renderings, Rendering, 3D rendering, AutoCAD, SketchUp, Photoshop
Education
Harrington College of Design 2007 — 2009
Associate of Applied Science, Interior Design
University of Rochester
Bachelor of Arts, Anthropology; Comparative Religious Studies
University of Melbourne 2005 — 2005
Kim Schaible, LPC Kim Schaible, LPC's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2009 - Present
Job Senior Designer and Experienced Sales Professional
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2009 - Present
Center for Life Enrichment June 2005 - Present
Chicago Public Schools October 2008 - June 2009
Bank Consulting Group/The Cochlan Group August 2006 - September 2008
Center for Life Enrichment August 2004 - June 2005
Coulee Region School 1998 - 2001
Campus Ministry June 1992 - June 1998
Lansing Christian School June 1990 - June 1992
Skills
Furniture, Space planning, Furnishings, Interior Design, Floor Plans, SketchUp, Space-planning, Custom Furniture, Sketching, Residential Design, Textiles, Rendering, FF&E, Window Treatments, Home Staging, Design Research, Finish, Visual Merchandising, Sustainable Design, Color Schemes, Sales, Manage Client..., Client Development, Counseling Psychology
Education
Trinity International University 2003 — 2005
MA, Counseling Psychology
Calvin College 1986 — 1990
BA, Education
Grand Ledge High School
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2009 - Present
Center for Life Enrichment June 2005 - Present
Chicago Public Schools October 2008 - June 2009
Bank Consulting Group/The Cochlan Group August 2006 - September 2008
Center for Life Enrichment August 2004 - June 2005
Coulee Region School 1998 - 2001
Campus Ministry June 1992 - June 1998
Lansing Christian School June 1990 - June 1992
Skills
Furniture, Space planning, Furnishings, Interior Design, Floor Plans, SketchUp, Space-planning, Custom Furniture, Sketching, Residential Design, Textiles, Rendering, FF&E, Window Treatments, Home Staging, Design Research, Finish, Visual Merchandising, Sustainable Design, Color Schemes, Sales, Manage Client..., Client Development, Counseling Psychology
Education
Trinity International University 2003 — 2005
MA, Counseling Psychology
Calvin College 1986 — 1990
BA, Education
Grand Ledge High School
Katie Drake Katie Drake's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2012 - Present
Job Senior Designer, Director of SmitheBusiness at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2012 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2009 - 2012
Skills
Space-planning, Furniture, Budgets, Custom Furniture, Art, Hospitality, Sketching, Space planning, Furnishings, Textiles, Floor Plans, Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Retail Design, Window Treatments, Sales Management, Finish, Rendering, Merchandising, Retail, Home Staging, Visual Merchandising
Education
Harrington College of Design 2004 — 2007
Diploma of Interior Design
Loyola University of Chicago 1991 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Economics
Mundelein College 1989 — 1991
Economics
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2012 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2009 - 2012
Skills
Space-planning, Furniture, Budgets, Custom Furniture, Art, Hospitality, Sketching, Space planning, Furnishings, Textiles, Floor Plans, Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Retail Design, Window Treatments, Sales Management, Finish, Rendering, Merchandising, Retail, Home Staging, Visual Merchandising
Education
Harrington College of Design 2004 — 2007
Diploma of Interior Design
Loyola University of Chicago 1991 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Economics
Mundelein College 1989 — 1991
Economics
Angela LaVista Angela LaVista's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 1998 - 2000
Job Owner/ Interior Designer at Chelle Design Group
Industry Design
Experience
Chelle Design Group May 2010 - Present
LaVista Design Group, Inc. 2003 - May 2010
Sterling Square 2000 - 2002
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1998 - 2000
Skills
Custom Furniture, Space-planning, Interior Design, Sustainable Design, Textiles, Blinds, Furniture, Furnishings, Window Treatments, Residential Design, Upholstery, Lighting Design, Renovation, Interior Architecture, Lighting, Floor Plans, Draperies, Kitchen, Bedding, Design Research, FF, Construction, Finish Selections, Cabinetry, Flooring, Concept Development, Bathrooms, Window Coverings, Elevations, Construction Drawings, Countertops, Color Theory, Color Schemes, Home Accessories, Sketching, Tiles, CAD, Space Planing, FF&E, Accessorizing, Retail Design, Space planning, Kitchen & Bath Design, Space Planning, Finish, Residential Homes, Architectural Design, Sales, Concept Design
Education
Northern Illinois University
BFA Interior Architecture, Interior Design
Chelle Design Group May 2010 - Present
LaVista Design Group, Inc. 2003 - May 2010
Sterling Square 2000 - 2002
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1998 - 2000
Skills
Custom Furniture, Space-planning, Interior Design, Sustainable Design, Textiles, Blinds, Furniture, Furnishings, Window Treatments, Residential Design, Upholstery, Lighting Design, Renovation, Interior Architecture, Lighting, Floor Plans, Draperies, Kitchen, Bedding, Design Research, FF, Construction, Finish Selections, Cabinetry, Flooring, Concept Development, Bathrooms, Window Coverings, Elevations, Construction Drawings, Countertops, Color Theory, Color Schemes, Home Accessories, Sketching, Tiles, CAD, Space Planing, FF&E, Accessorizing, Retail Design, Space planning, Kitchen & Bath Design, Space Planning, Finish, Residential Homes, Architectural Design, Sales, Concept Design
Education
Northern Illinois University
BFA Interior Architecture, Interior Design
Charlene Horton's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2002 - 2003
Job President at In Bloom
Industry Consumer Services
Experience
In Bloom May 2004 - Present
Advanced Imaging Solutions May 2009 - February 2013
CORESTAFF Services 2007 - February 2009
Kelly Services June 2004 - February 2007
Kennicott Brothers 2002 - 2003
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2002 - 2003
Aldik Artificial Flower Company 2001 - 2002
Skills
Managed Print Services, Cold Calling, New Business Development, Sales, Strategy, CRM, Sales Management, Account Management, Direct Sales, Sales Process, Trade Shows, Marketing, Social Media, Retail, Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Leadership, Management, Selling, Team Leadership
Education
Purdue University Calumet 1998 — 2002
Marketing and Human Resources
In Bloom May 2004 - Present
Advanced Imaging Solutions May 2009 - February 2013
CORESTAFF Services 2007 - February 2009
Kelly Services June 2004 - February 2007
Kennicott Brothers 2002 - 2003
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2002 - 2003
Aldik Artificial Flower Company 2001 - 2002
Skills
Managed Print Services, Cold Calling, New Business Development, Sales, Strategy, CRM, Sales Management, Account Management, Direct Sales, Sales Process, Trade Shows, Marketing, Social Media, Retail, Business Development, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Leadership, Management, Selling, Team Leadership
Education
Purdue University Calumet 1998 — 2002
Marketing and Human Resources
Natalie Leoni's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2003 - January 2006
Job Recruitment Coordinator at the College of Architecture, Design, and the Arts
Industry Museums and Institutions
Experience
UIC College of Architecture, Design, and the Arts September 2013 - Present
The Art Institute of Chicago September 2011 - August 2013
The Art Institute of Chicago July 2011 - September 2011
The Art Institute of Chicago June 2010 - August 2010
Pinnacle Security Group 2008 - 2009
Zonatherm Products 2007 - 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2003 - January 2006
United States Marine Corps January 1997 - April 2001
Skills
Event Planning, Customer Service, Sales, Social Media, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Photoshop, Management, Project Coordination, Data Analysis, Interior Design, Outside Sales, Account Management, Business Development, New Business Development, Microsoft Suites, Raiser's Edge, PeopleSoft, Oracle HR, Physical Security, Pivot Tables, Data Research, Information Research, Microsoft Office, Museum Collections, Art Exhibitions, Arts Administration, Curating, History, Museum Education, Prospect Research, Program Management, Leadership, Community Outreach, Research, Aquisition, Project Management, Member Retention, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Marketing, Strategy
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Rock Valley College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Art/Art Studies, General
UIC College of Architecture, Design, and the Arts September 2013 - Present
The Art Institute of Chicago September 2011 - August 2013
The Art Institute of Chicago July 2011 - September 2011
The Art Institute of Chicago June 2010 - August 2010
Pinnacle Security Group 2008 - 2009
Zonatherm Products 2007 - 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2003 - January 2006
United States Marine Corps January 1997 - April 2001
Skills
Event Planning, Customer Service, Sales, Social Media, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Adobe Creative Suite, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Photoshop, Management, Project Coordination, Data Analysis, Interior Design, Outside Sales, Account Management, Business Development, New Business Development, Microsoft Suites, Raiser's Edge, PeopleSoft, Oracle HR, Physical Security, Pivot Tables, Data Research, Information Research, Microsoft Office, Museum Collections, Art Exhibitions, Arts Administration, Curating, History, Museum Education, Prospect Research, Program Management, Leadership, Community Outreach, Research, Aquisition, Project Management, Member Retention, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Higher Education, Marketing, Strategy
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Art History, Criticism and Conservation
Rock Valley College
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Art/Art Studies, General
Kristy Holton Kristy Holton's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2004 - July 2004
Job .
Industry Furniture
Experience
Interior Investments September 2015 - Present
Kayhan January 2000 - August 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2004 - July 2004
Broadway Office Interiors October 1998 - January 2000
Skills
AutoCAD, CET Designer, Systems Furniture, Microsoft Office, Programming, Space Planning, Project Management, Fabric Selection, Finish Selections, Design Research
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Interior Design
Harper College 1991 — 1995
Associate's Degree, General Studies
Interior Investments September 2015 - Present
Kayhan January 2000 - August 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2004 - July 2004
Broadway Office Interiors October 1998 - January 2000
Skills
AutoCAD, CET Designer, Systems Furniture, Microsoft Office, Programming, Space Planning, Project Management, Fabric Selection, Finish Selections, Design Research
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Interior Design
Harper College 1991 — 1995
Associate's Degree, General Studies
SHANEE EDWARDS SHANEE EDWARDS's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience December 2012 - February 2014
Job ISR at Butler Specialty Company
Industry Furniture
Experience
Butler Specialty Company 2014 - Present
Primerica Financial Services June 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2012 - February 2014
Skills
Account Management, Key Account Acquisition..., Presentations, Product Marketing, Growth Strategies, Sales Growth, Sales Prospecting, Building Relationships, Social Networking, Business Networking, B2B, Management, Sales Management
Education
Triton College 2008 — 2010
A.A.S. Architecture, A.A.S. Architecture
International Academy of Design and Technology-Chicago 2005 — 2006
Interior Design
Butler Specialty Company 2014 - Present
Primerica Financial Services June 2014 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2012 - February 2014
Skills
Account Management, Key Account Acquisition..., Presentations, Product Marketing, Growth Strategies, Sales Growth, Sales Prospecting, Building Relationships, Social Networking, Business Networking, B2B, Management, Sales Management
Education
Triton College 2008 — 2010
A.A.S. Architecture, A.A.S. Architecture
International Academy of Design and Technology-Chicago 2005 — 2006
Interior Design
Mila Goldman Mila Goldman's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 2012 - March 2013
Job Design Principal at KaMiKo Design Studio
Industry Design
Experience
KaMiKo Design Studio April 2012 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2012 - March 2013
Mosaicos Tile October 2006 - April 2012
Skills
Space planning, Window Treatments, Furniture, Furnishings, Floor Plans, Interior Architecture, Hand Drafting, Finish, Retail Design, Rendering, Space Planning, FF, Interior Design, Design Research, Commercial Design, Residential Design, SketchUp, FF&E
Education
Harrington College of Design 2005 — 2009
BFA, Interior Design
KaMiKo Design Studio April 2012 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2012 - March 2013
Mosaicos Tile October 2006 - April 2012
Skills
Space planning, Window Treatments, Furniture, Furnishings, Floor Plans, Interior Architecture, Hand Drafting, Finish, Retail Design, Rendering, Space Planning, FF, Interior Design, Design Research, Commercial Design, Residential Design, SketchUp, FF&E
Education
Harrington College of Design 2005 — 2009
BFA, Interior Design
Anna Di Pego Anna Di Pego's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2009 - January 2012
Job Interior Designer
Industry Design
Experience
ARDesign March 2009 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2009 - January 2012
Think Spaces Inc 2009 - 2009
Skills
Space-planning, Sketching, Interior Design, Space planning, Floor Plans, Furniture, Interior Architecture, Furnishings, Hand Drafting, Window Treatments
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2006 — 2009
BFA, Interior Design
ARDesign March 2009 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2009 - January 2012
Think Spaces Inc 2009 - 2009
Skills
Space-planning, Sketching, Interior Design, Space planning, Floor Plans, Furniture, Interior Architecture, Furnishings, Hand Drafting, Window Treatments
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2006 — 2009
BFA, Interior Design
Emily Spreng Emily Spreng's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience February 2012 - August 2013
Job Project Coordinator at Aspen Builders
Industry Construction
Experience
Aspen Builders August 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2012 - August 2013
Berglund Construction March 2011 - December 2011
Gail Prauss Interior Design August 2008 - May 2009
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago August 2008 - April 2009
Office of 42nd Ward Alderman Reilly March 2008 - August 2008
Skills
CAD, Interior Design, Spatial Planning, Historic Preservation, Art, Adaptive Reuse, Architectural Drafting, Drawing, AutoCAD, Space planning, Architectural Design, Architectural History, InDesign, Architectural Drawings, Furnishings, Museums, Residential Design, Space Planning
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2007 — 2009
MS, Historic Preservation
Purdue University 2003 — 2007
BA, Interior Design
Université Sorbonne Nouvelle (Paris III) 2005 — 2005
French Language
Aspen Builders August 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2012 - August 2013
Berglund Construction March 2011 - December 2011
Gail Prauss Interior Design August 2008 - May 2009
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago August 2008 - April 2009
Office of 42nd Ward Alderman Reilly March 2008 - August 2008
Skills
CAD, Interior Design, Spatial Planning, Historic Preservation, Art, Adaptive Reuse, Architectural Drafting, Drawing, AutoCAD, Space planning, Architectural Design, Architectural History, InDesign, Architectural Drawings, Furnishings, Museums, Residential Design, Space Planning
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2007 — 2009
MS, Historic Preservation
Purdue University 2003 — 2007
BA, Interior Design
Université Sorbonne Nouvelle (Paris III) 2005 — 2005
French Language
Eliza Diederich Eliza Diederich's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2003 - Present
Job General Manager and Senior Designer at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2003 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2012 - Present
Circuit City December 1998 - October 2003
Skills
Textiles, Furniture, Space planning, Sketching, Interior Design, Retail Design, SketchUp, Art, Photography, Rendering, Interior Architecture, Graphic Design, Furnishings, Custom Furniture, Space Planning, Floor Plans, Sales
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 2000 — 2003
Graphic Design
Joliet Junior College 1999 — 2000
Graphic Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2003 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2012 - Present
Circuit City December 1998 - October 2003
Skills
Textiles, Furniture, Space planning, Sketching, Interior Design, Retail Design, SketchUp, Art, Photography, Rendering, Interior Architecture, Graphic Design, Furnishings, Custom Furniture, Space Planning, Floor Plans, Sales
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 2000 — 2003
Graphic Design
Joliet Junior College 1999 — 2000
Graphic Design
Dianna Dye Dianna Dye's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 1992 - Present
Job Interior Designer, Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 1992 - Present
Skills
Furniture, Interior Design, Space planning, Furnishings, Custom Furniture, Retail, Floor Plans, Window Treatments, Sketching, Upholstery
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1992 — 1996
BA, Interior Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 1992 - Present
Skills
Furniture, Interior Design, Space planning, Furnishings, Custom Furniture, Retail, Floor Plans, Window Treatments, Sketching, Upholstery
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1992 — 1996
BA, Interior Design
Jennifer Woznicki's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 2004 - September 2006
Job Senior Career Services Advisor at AIU Online
Industry Education Management
Experience
American InterContinental University September 2006 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2004 - September 2006
Let's Learn May 2001 - May 2004
Skills
Customer Service, Career Services, Resume Writing, Research, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Training & Development, Interview Preparation, Interview Coaching, Corporate Communications, Process Improvement, Presentation Development, Microsoft Office, Career Counseling, Employee Training, Job Coaching, Coaching, Career Development, Training, Management, Time Management, Mock Interviews, Human Resources, Leadership, Campus, Student Recruiting, Staff Development, Higher Education
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Organizational/Corporate Communications
American InterContinental University September 2006 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2004 - September 2006
Let's Learn May 2001 - May 2004
Skills
Customer Service, Career Services, Resume Writing, Research, Teamwork, Team Leadership, Training & Development, Interview Preparation, Interview Coaching, Corporate Communications, Process Improvement, Presentation Development, Microsoft Office, Career Counseling, Employee Training, Job Coaching, Coaching, Career Development, Training, Management, Time Management, Mock Interviews, Human Resources, Leadership, Campus, Student Recruiting, Staff Development, Higher Education
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Organizational/Corporate Communications
Claire Mattlin's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience March 2011 - September 2011
Job Juris Doctor Candidate, Spring 2016, The John Marshall Law School
Industry Law Practice
Experience
The Honorable Judge Daniel T. Gillespie May 2014 - August 2014
McKinsey & Company September 2011 - July 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2011 - September 2011
The Field Museum May 2010 - August 2010
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctor
Purdue University 2006 — 2010
Bachelors, Art History, French Language and Literatures
Studio Art Centers International 2009 — 2009
N/A, Art History, Fine Arts
The Honorable Judge Daniel T. Gillespie May 2014 - August 2014
McKinsey & Company September 2011 - July 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2011 - September 2011
The Field Museum May 2010 - August 2010
Education
The John Marshall Law School 2013 — 2016
Juris Doctor
Purdue University 2006 — 2010
Bachelors, Art History, French Language and Literatures
Studio Art Centers International 2009 — 2009
N/A, Art History, Fine Arts
Kaylyn Todd Kaylyn Todd's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2013 - Present
Job Interior Designer at Walter E. Smithe Custom Furniture
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe June 2013 - Present
One Five One January 2012 - June 2013
Hudson's Classic Grill January 2004 - January 2012
Skills
AutoCAD, Google Sketchup, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Adobe Design Programs, PowerPoint
Education
The Art Institute of Michigan
Associate, Interior Design, Interior Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe June 2013 - Present
One Five One January 2012 - June 2013
Hudson's Classic Grill January 2004 - January 2012
Skills
AutoCAD, Google Sketchup, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Adobe Design Programs, PowerPoint
Education
The Art Institute of Michigan
Associate, Interior Design, Interior Design
Sasha Pratt Sasha Pratt's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2009 - 2010
Job Internal Customer Engagement Representative at Chiro One Wellness Centers
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Medulla LLC, Healthcare Management Solutions November 2014 - Present
Chiro One Wellness Centers February 2013 - Present
Skooters Roadhouse August 2012 - December 2012
The Library August 2011 - April 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2009 - 2010
Comlara Lake May 2007 - August 2009
Vision A Real Estate January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Photoshop, Graphic Design, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, PowerPoint, Web Design, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Logo Design, AutoCAD, Microsoft Publisher, Social Media, Training, Marketing, Social Networking, Sales, Marketing Communications, Account Management, Advertising, Blogging, Budgets, Facebook, Outlook, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Research
Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing 2015 — 2018
Bachelor’s Degree, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Illinois State University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Environmental and Interior Design, Business Administration
Medulla LLC, Healthcare Management Solutions November 2014 - Present
Chiro One Wellness Centers February 2013 - Present
Skooters Roadhouse August 2012 - December 2012
The Library August 2011 - April 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2009 - 2010
Comlara Lake May 2007 - August 2009
Vision A Real Estate January 2009 - May 2009
Skills
Photoshop, Graphic Design, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Photography, PowerPoint, Web Design, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Logo Design, AutoCAD, Microsoft Publisher, Social Media, Training, Marketing, Social Networking, Sales, Marketing Communications, Account Management, Advertising, Blogging, Budgets, Facebook, Outlook, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Research
Education
Chamberlain College of Nursing 2015 — 2018
Bachelor’s Degree, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Illinois State University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Environmental and Interior Design, Business Administration
Liz Kennedy's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2004 - May 2006
Job Vice President, Experiential at United Entertainment Group, a DJE Company
Industry Public Relations and Communications
Experience
United Entertainment Group, a DJE Company October 2014 - Present
Edelman December 2010 - Present
MATTER December 2010 - Present
Weber Shandwick October 2009 - December 2010
CDW July 2006 - October 2009
CDW-G July 2006 - October 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2004 - May 2006
Edelman January 2002 - February 2003
Dome Communications 2002 - 2003
Porter Novelli 2000 - 2002
Skills
Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Press Releases, Sales, Sponsorship
Education
Miami University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Speech Communication
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2005
Palatine High School 1992 — 1996
High school diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
United Entertainment Group, a DJE Company October 2014 - Present
Edelman December 2010 - Present
MATTER December 2010 - Present
Weber Shandwick October 2009 - December 2010
CDW July 2006 - October 2009
CDW-G July 2006 - October 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2004 - May 2006
Edelman January 2002 - February 2003
Dome Communications 2002 - 2003
Porter Novelli 2000 - 2002
Skills
Public Relations, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Account Management, Marketing Strategy, Press Releases, Sales, Sponsorship
Education
Miami University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts, Speech Communication
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2005
Palatine High School 1992 — 1996
High school diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Lyndsay Kreznor Lyndsay Kreznor's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2004 - Present
Job B.JordanChase Designs/Owner
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - Present
Village Real Estate Group January 2001 - Present
B.JordanChase Designs 2000 - Present
xxxx 1985 - Present
Walter E. Smithe 2001 - 2008
Lance Chody Commercial Properties 1983 - 1990
Skills
Space Planning, Window Treatments, Furnishings, Furniture, Interior Design, Sketching, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Merchandising, Excel, Retail, Microsoft Office, Word, Social Media, Event Planning, Customer Service, Outlook, Customer Relations, PowerPoint, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Interiors, Cabinetry, Bathrooms, Finishes, Fundraising, Budgeting, Layout, Floor Plans, Residential Design, Drawing, Textiles, Space-planning, Microsoft Excel, Space planning, Budgets, Finish, Home Staging, Residential Homes
Education
university of Iowa 1976 — 1977
pre-med
DePaul University
political science
Harrington College of Design
Interior design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - Present
Village Real Estate Group January 2001 - Present
B.JordanChase Designs 2000 - Present
xxxx 1985 - Present
Walter E. Smithe 2001 - 2008
Lance Chody Commercial Properties 1983 - 1990
Skills
Space Planning, Window Treatments, Furnishings, Furniture, Interior Design, Sketching, AutoCAD, Photoshop, Merchandising, Excel, Retail, Microsoft Office, Word, Social Media, Event Planning, Customer Service, Outlook, Customer Relations, PowerPoint, Online Marketing, Marketing Communications, Interiors, Cabinetry, Bathrooms, Finishes, Fundraising, Budgeting, Layout, Floor Plans, Residential Design, Drawing, Textiles, Space-planning, Microsoft Excel, Space planning, Budgets, Finish, Home Staging, Residential Homes
Education
university of Iowa 1976 — 1977
pre-med
DePaul University
political science
Harrington College of Design
Interior design
Sarah Helf Sarah Helf's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2003 - May 2006
Job Owner at Sarah Helf Interior Design
Industry Design
Experience
Sarah Helf Interior Design May 2009 - Present
Madeline Gelis Inc May 2006 - August 2010
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Furniture, Interior Design, Space planning, Sketching, Interior Architecture, Customer Service, Space-planning, Furnishings, AutoCAD, Construction, Window Treatments
Education
Miami University
BFA, Architecture / Interior Design
Sarah Helf Interior Design May 2009 - Present
Madeline Gelis Inc May 2006 - August 2010
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Furniture, Interior Design, Space planning, Sketching, Interior Architecture, Customer Service, Space-planning, Furnishings, AutoCAD, Construction, Window Treatments
Education
Miami University
BFA, Architecture / Interior Design
Trudy Kulish,CPP Trudy Kulish,CPP's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2007 - December 2007
Job Senior Payroll Analyst at MVP360 Staffing
Industry Financial Services
Experience
MVP360 Staffing December 2014 - Present
Tandem HR February 2013 - November 2014
SurePayroll August 2008 - January 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2007 - December 2007
Black Widow Halloween September 2004 - January 2007
Skills
Process Improvement, Access, Analysis, Forecasting, ADP Payroll, Business Process..., Mergers, Insurance
Education
Joliet Junior College 1991 — 1997
Associate's degree, Fashion Merchandising
Coal City High School
MVP360 Staffing December 2014 - Present
Tandem HR February 2013 - November 2014
SurePayroll August 2008 - January 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2007 - December 2007
Black Widow Halloween September 2004 - January 2007
Skills
Process Improvement, Access, Analysis, Forecasting, ADP Payroll, Business Process..., Mergers, Insurance
Education
Joliet Junior College 1991 — 1997
Associate's degree, Fashion Merchandising
Coal City High School
Kate McILvain Kate McILvain's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience February 2010 - April 2010
Job Sales Coordinator at Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas
Industry Construction
Experience
Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas 2011 - Present
Schaumburg Park District 2003 - August 2011
Express Employment Professionals 2010 - 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2010 - April 2010
Sedgwick CMS June 2008 - December 2008
Target June 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Sales, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Interviews, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Management, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Marketing, Purchasing, Logistics, Coaching, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Outlook, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Human Resources, Team Building, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Project Planning, Forecasting, Customer Retention, New Business Development, Event Planning, Sales Operations, Cold Calling, Sales Management, PowerPoint, Negotiation, Retail, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Budgets, Business Development
Education
North Central College 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, GPA 3.5/4.0 Graduated with Honors
Lincoln College 2005 — 2007
Associate's degree, GPA 3.5/4.0 Graduated Cum Laude
Hyundai Construction Equipment Americas 2011 - Present
Schaumburg Park District 2003 - August 2011
Express Employment Professionals 2010 - 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2010 - April 2010
Sedgwick CMS June 2008 - December 2008
Target June 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Sales, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Interviews, Time Management, Microsoft Word, Management, Account Management, Contract Negotiation, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Marketing, Purchasing, Logistics, Coaching, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Outlook, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Human Resources, Team Building, Teamwork, Microsoft Excel, Project Planning, Forecasting, Customer Retention, New Business Development, Event Planning, Sales Operations, Cold Calling, Sales Management, PowerPoint, Negotiation, Retail, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Budgets, Business Development
Education
North Central College 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, GPA 3.5/4.0 Graduated with Honors
Lincoln College 2005 — 2007
Associate's degree, GPA 3.5/4.0 Graduated Cum Laude
Jeff O'Connor Jeff O'Connor's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2004 - September 2011
Job Broker Associate at Weichert Realtors Nickel Group
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Weichert Realtors Nickel Group January 2015 - Present
Brookfield Zoo 1998 - 2012
Blasco Creative 1985 - 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2004 - September 2011
Skills
Illustration, Storyboarding, Digital Illustration, Illustrator, Digital Painting, Drawing, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Center for Creative Studies 1981 — 1983
BFA, Illustration
Memphis College of Art 1980 — 1981
Illustration
Weichert Realtors Nickel Group January 2015 - Present
Brookfield Zoo 1998 - 2012
Blasco Creative 1985 - 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2004 - September 2011
Skills
Illustration, Storyboarding, Digital Illustration, Illustrator, Digital Painting, Drawing, Adobe Creative Suite
Education
Center for Creative Studies 1981 — 1983
BFA, Illustration
Memphis College of Art 1980 — 1981
Illustration
Glenda Bewick SPHR's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 1996 - 1998
Job Senior Director of HR at Five Brothers Default Management Solutions
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Five Brothers Default Management Solutions October 2013 - Present
Employees Only - HR Experts January 2012 - October 2013
Itochu Automobile America Inc. 2012 - 2013
CTS North America, Inc. 2012 - 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation December 2008 - January 2012
Technicolor August 2008 - December 2008
The Home Depot May 2000 - June 2008
Newton Furniture 1998 - 2000
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1996 - 1998
Eddie Bauer Home Store 1995 - 1996
Skills
Employee Relations, Recruiting, Talent Management, Performance Management, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Training, Employee Training, Personnel Management, Interviews, New Hire Orientations, Payroll, Onboarding, Retail, Program Management, HRIS, Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration
Education
Alma College 1986 — 1991
BA, Double Major: Business Administration & Sociology
Traverse City Senior High 1982 — 1986
High school diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Lansing Community College
Five Brothers Default Management Solutions October 2013 - Present
Employees Only - HR Experts January 2012 - October 2013
Itochu Automobile America Inc. 2012 - 2013
CTS North America, Inc. 2012 - 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation December 2008 - January 2012
Technicolor August 2008 - December 2008
The Home Depot May 2000 - June 2008
Newton Furniture 1998 - 2000
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1996 - 1998
Eddie Bauer Home Store 1995 - 1996
Skills
Employee Relations, Recruiting, Talent Management, Performance Management, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Training, Employee Training, Personnel Management, Interviews, New Hire Orientations, Payroll, Onboarding, Retail, Program Management, HRIS, Talent Acquisition, Benefits Administration
Education
Alma College 1986 — 1991
BA, Double Major: Business Administration & Sociology
Traverse City Senior High 1982 — 1986
High school diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program
Lansing Community College
Jennifer Ruiz's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience December 2013 - July 2014
Job Marketing Consultant at PrimeTime
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
PrimeTime Texas April 2015 - Present
Design House August 2014 - April 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2013 - July 2014
Skills
Microsoft Office, Research, Photoshop, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Space planning, Spanish-speaking, Interior Design, Sketching, Custom Furniture, Furnishings, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Design Consulting, Architectural Drawings, Residential Design, Interior Architecture, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project Management, Space Planning, Sales
Education
Indiana State University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Interior Architecture & Design
Indiana State University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
PrimeTime Texas April 2015 - Present
Design House August 2014 - April 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2013 - July 2014
Skills
Microsoft Office, Research, Photoshop, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, Space planning, Spanish-speaking, Interior Design, Sketching, Custom Furniture, Furnishings, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Graphic Design, Design Consulting, Architectural Drawings, Residential Design, Interior Architecture, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Project Management, Space Planning, Sales
Education
Indiana State University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (BS), Interior Architecture & Design
Indiana State University 2007 — 2013
Bachelor of Fine Arts, Graphic Design
John K. Edmunds John K. Edmunds's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2009 - October 2011
Job Carson's Furniture Gallery
Industry Furniture
Experience
Carson's Furniture Gallery January 2014 - Present
Applied Ergonomics April 2013 - December 2013
Thomasville Home Furnishings May 2012 - February 2013
Bloomingdale's October 2011 - May 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2009 - October 2011
D. Edmunds Interiors & Floor Fashions June 1987 - November 2007
Skills
Interior Design, Furniture, Furnishings, Space-planning, Merchandising, Retail, Custom Furniture, Sales, Sales Management, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Textiles, Flooring, Team Building, Home Staging, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Residential Design, New Business Development, Negotiation, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Sketching, Product Development, Advertising, Store Management, Retail Sales, Event Planning, Coaching, Marketing Communications, Account Management, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Small Business, Sales Operations, Operations Management, Space planning, Leadership, Interior Architecture, Purchasing, Carpet, Finish, Training, Floor Plans, Retail Design, Upholstery, Fashion, Cabinetry
Education
Illinois State University 1982 — 1987
Economics, Marketing and Interior Design
Carson's Furniture Gallery January 2014 - Present
Applied Ergonomics April 2013 - December 2013
Thomasville Home Furnishings May 2012 - February 2013
Bloomingdale's October 2011 - May 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2009 - October 2011
D. Edmunds Interiors & Floor Fashions June 1987 - November 2007
Skills
Interior Design, Furniture, Furnishings, Space-planning, Merchandising, Retail, Custom Furniture, Sales, Sales Management, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Textiles, Flooring, Team Building, Home Staging, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Residential Design, New Business Development, Negotiation, Social Media Marketing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Sketching, Product Development, Advertising, Store Management, Retail Sales, Event Planning, Coaching, Marketing Communications, Account Management, Management, Customer Satisfaction, Small Business, Sales Operations, Operations Management, Space planning, Leadership, Interior Architecture, Purchasing, Carpet, Finish, Training, Floor Plans, Retail Design, Upholstery, Fashion, Cabinetry
Education
Illinois State University 1982 — 1987
Economics, Marketing and Interior Design
Suzan Bushy Suzan Bushy's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2001 - April 2004
Job Executive Assistant to the CEO at Microdynamics Group
Industry Executive Office
Experience
Microdynamics Group November 2014 - Present
Indian Prairie School District October 2006 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2001 - April 2004
U.S. Robotics September 1995 - January 1998
Godwins, Booke, and Dickenson (AON Corporation) September 1993 - May 1995
Miglin Beitler Management Corporation January 1992 - June 1993
Skills
Executive Support, Office Administration, Organizational Design, Department..., Corporate Communications, Advanced Microsoft..., PowerPoint, Database Design, Spreadsheets, Travel Management, Technical Writing, Report Writing, Budget Process, Employee Training, Staff Development, Curriculum Design, Instructional Technology, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Public Speaking, Budgets, Customer Service, Management, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Team Building
Education
National-Louis University
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
John A. Logan college 1985 — 1987
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business
Microdynamics Group November 2014 - Present
Indian Prairie School District October 2006 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2001 - April 2004
U.S. Robotics September 1995 - January 1998
Godwins, Booke, and Dickenson (AON Corporation) September 1993 - May 1995
Miglin Beitler Management Corporation January 1992 - June 1993
Skills
Executive Support, Office Administration, Organizational Design, Department..., Corporate Communications, Advanced Microsoft..., PowerPoint, Database Design, Spreadsheets, Travel Management, Technical Writing, Report Writing, Budget Process, Employee Training, Staff Development, Curriculum Design, Instructional Technology, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Public Speaking, Budgets, Customer Service, Management, Strategic Planning, Teaching, Team Building
Education
National-Louis University
Master of Arts in Teaching (M.A.T.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1987 — 1989
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
John A. Logan college 1985 — 1987
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business
Karen Warter's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2007 - 2008
Job Product Owner (Certified CSPO)
Industry Human Resources
Experience
Accurate Background August 2013 - Present
Nextace October 2011 - August 2013
Zurich North America 2008 - 2010
Sears Holdings Corporation 2007 - 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2007 - 2008
Fidelity National Financial 1997 - 2006
Tiempo Escrow 1995 - 1997
Skills
Sales Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Project Management, Sales, Real Estate, Team Leadership, Leadership, Team Building, Product Development, Event Planning, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Office, Training, Strategic Planning, Insurance, New Business Development, Time Management, Customer Satisfaction, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Account Management, Vendor Management, Project Planning, Program Management, Budgets, Management, Negotiation, Business Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Business Development, Process Scheduler, Forecasting, Salesforce.com, Analysis, CRM, Selling, Agile Product Owner, Strategy, Product Management, Sales Operations, Recruiting, Sales Process, Software Documentation, Business Planning, Coaching
Education
Orange Coast College
Interior Design
Accurate Background August 2013 - Present
Nextace October 2011 - August 2013
Zurich North America 2008 - 2010
Sears Holdings Corporation 2007 - 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2007 - 2008
Fidelity National Financial 1997 - 2006
Tiempo Escrow 1995 - 1997
Skills
Sales Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Project Management, Sales, Real Estate, Team Leadership, Leadership, Team Building, Product Development, Event Planning, Business Intelligence, Microsoft Office, Training, Strategic Planning, Insurance, New Business Development, Time Management, Customer Satisfaction, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Account Management, Vendor Management, Project Planning, Program Management, Budgets, Management, Negotiation, Business Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Business Development, Process Scheduler, Forecasting, Salesforce.com, Analysis, CRM, Selling, Agile Product Owner, Strategy, Product Management, Sales Operations, Recruiting, Sales Process, Software Documentation, Business Planning, Coaching
Education
Orange Coast College
Interior Design
Carolyn Halles Carolyn Halles's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2003 - January 2004
Job Project Manager at Benjamin West
Industry Hospitality
Experience
Benjamin West August 2015 - Present
555 International December 2013 - Present
LG Construction + Development September 2012 - January 2014
Ethan Allen January 2010 - August 2012
Interior Impressions March 1993 - January 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2003 - January 2004
Kustom Coordinators January 1985 - January 1993
Skills
InDesign, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Faux Finishes, Furnishings, Space Planning, Window Treatments, Hand Rendering, Color Consultation, Residential Design, Architectural Drafting, Painting, Photoshop, Value Engineering, Hospitality Projects, Design Coordination, Interiorior selections, Auto Cad, Hand Drafting, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Rendering, Retail Design, SketchUp, Sketching, Space planning, Textiles
Education
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Associate in Interior Design, Interior Design
Harper College
Associate in Fashion Design
Benjamin West August 2015 - Present
555 International December 2013 - Present
LG Construction + Development September 2012 - January 2014
Ethan Allen January 2010 - August 2012
Interior Impressions March 1993 - January 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2003 - January 2004
Kustom Coordinators January 1985 - January 1993
Skills
InDesign, AutoCAD, Illustrator, Faux Finishes, Furnishings, Space Planning, Window Treatments, Hand Rendering, Color Consultation, Residential Design, Architectural Drafting, Painting, Photoshop, Value Engineering, Hospitality Projects, Design Coordination, Interiorior selections, Auto Cad, Hand Drafting, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Rendering, Retail Design, SketchUp, Sketching, Space planning, Textiles
Education
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Associate in Interior Design, Interior Design
Harper College
Associate in Fashion Design
Mary Lou Wygonski Mary Lou Wygonski's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2010 - 2010
Job Administrative Assistant at Koestner Associates
Industry Civil Engineering
Experience
Koestner Associates October 2011 - Present
Discovery Clothing December 2010 - June 2011
Buddy-Up January 2009 - January 2010
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2010 - 2010
Koestner Associates June 2001 - August 2008
Norwich University Residential Life October 2007 - May 2008
Home Depot June 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Research, Time Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Analysis, Teamwork, Customer Service, Public Speaking, HTML, Art, Outlook, Training
Education
Norwich University 2007 — 2010
B.A., Psychology, Art, & Architecture
California State University-Long Beach 2005 — 2006
interior architecture
Norwich University
Bachelor of Arts Degree; of Arts and Science Certification 2010, Psychology; Sr
Koestner Associates October 2011 - Present
Discovery Clothing December 2010 - June 2011
Buddy-Up January 2009 - January 2010
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2010 - 2010
Koestner Associates June 2001 - August 2008
Norwich University Residential Life October 2007 - May 2008
Home Depot June 2006 - November 2006
Skills
Research, Time Management, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Analysis, Teamwork, Customer Service, Public Speaking, HTML, Art, Outlook, Training
Education
Norwich University 2007 — 2010
B.A., Psychology, Art, & Architecture
California State University-Long Beach 2005 — 2006
interior architecture
Norwich University
Bachelor of Arts Degree; of Arts and Science Certification 2010, Psychology; Sr
Nancy Winchester Nancy Winchester's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2002 - August 2004
Job Broker/ Realtor at Keller Williams Premier Realty
Industry Real Estate
Experience
Keller Williams Premier Realty March 2014 - Present
Feathers for Your Nest January 2005 - Present
Arhaus Furniture March 2010 - February 2014
Wheaton Academy January 2008 - January 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2002 - August 2004
Illini Tile Company August 1990 - November 1992
Lincoln Property Company April 1987 - August 1990
Hyatt Hotels Corporation April 1986 - April 1987
Kapular & Associates June 1981 - April 1986
Sunar June 1981 - August 1981
Skills
Real Estate Broker, Sellers, Buyers, Real Estate Stagger, Home Staging, New Home Construction, Speaking Engagements, Marketing, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Investment Properties, Real Estate, Residential Homes, Buyer Representation, Investors, Listings
Education
Saint Mary's College 1982 — 1985
Bachelor, Communication
Purdue University 1980 — 1982
Interior Design
Buffalo Grove High School 1976 — 1980
College Prepatory
Keller Williams Premier Realty March 2014 - Present
Feathers for Your Nest January 2005 - Present
Arhaus Furniture March 2010 - February 2014
Wheaton Academy January 2008 - January 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2002 - August 2004
Illini Tile Company August 1990 - November 1992
Lincoln Property Company April 1987 - August 1990
Hyatt Hotels Corporation April 1986 - April 1987
Kapular & Associates June 1981 - April 1986
Sunar June 1981 - August 1981
Skills
Real Estate Broker, Sellers, Buyers, Real Estate Stagger, Home Staging, New Home Construction, Speaking Engagements, Marketing, Public Speaking, Negotiation, Investment Properties, Real Estate, Residential Homes, Buyer Representation, Investors, Listings
Education
Saint Mary's College 1982 — 1985
Bachelor, Communication
Purdue University 1980 — 1982
Interior Design
Buffalo Grove High School 1976 — 1980
College Prepatory
Valentina Statman Valentina Statman's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 2010 - September 2011
Job Interior Designer at Mobili Mobel
Industry Design
Experience
Mobili Mobel November 2014 - Present
Design Q's January 2006 - Present
RH Lincoln Park June 2013 - September 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2010 - September 2011
Meade Design September 2006 - September 2008
Skills
Interior Design, Remodeling, Art, Space Planning, Window Treatments, Home, Photoshop, Furnishings, SketchUp, Space-planning, Space planning, Custom Furniture, Interior Architecture, Fashion, FF&E, Renovation, Home Staging, Floor Plans, Furniture, Upholstery, Sketching
Education
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2006
Associate's degree/Designer, Interior Design
Ecole Hoteliere de Brig, Switzerland 1997 — 1999
Associate's degree, Hotel management
Mobili Mobel November 2014 - Present
Design Q's January 2006 - Present
RH Lincoln Park June 2013 - September 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2010 - September 2011
Meade Design September 2006 - September 2008
Skills
Interior Design, Remodeling, Art, Space Planning, Window Treatments, Home, Photoshop, Furnishings, SketchUp, Space-planning, Space planning, Custom Furniture, Interior Architecture, Fashion, FF&E, Renovation, Home Staging, Floor Plans, Furniture, Upholstery, Sketching
Education
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2006
Associate's degree/Designer, Interior Design
Ecole Hoteliere de Brig, Switzerland 1997 — 1999
Associate's degree, Hotel management
Catherine Fargher's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2004 - September 2005
Job Product Manager
Industry Construction
Experience
Superior Piling Inc March 2015 - Present
T-Mobile March 2006 - March 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2004 - September 2005
Skills
Direct Sales, Sales, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Leadership, Retail, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Team Leadership, Telecommunications, Customer Retention, Team Building, Solution Selling, Sales Process, Management, New Business Development, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Product Marketing, Customer Experience, Business Development, Inventory Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature, General
Arizona State University 1999 — 2001
Interior Design
Superior Piling Inc March 2015 - Present
T-Mobile March 2006 - March 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2004 - September 2005
Skills
Direct Sales, Sales, Account Management, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Leadership, Retail, Sales Management, Sales Operations, Team Leadership, Telecommunications, Customer Retention, Team Building, Solution Selling, Sales Process, Management, New Business Development, B2B, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Product Marketing, Customer Experience, Business Development, Inventory Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (BA), English Language and Literature, General
Arizona State University 1999 — 2001
Interior Design
Kristina Kastl Kristina Kastl's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2012 - July 2014
Job Interior Designer
Industry Design
Experience
Lowe's Companies, Inc. August 2014 - Present
KAys Interiors June 2012 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2012 - July 2014
Harrington College of Design September 2008 - August 2012
Drapery Connection August 2011 - May 2012
Bed Bath and Beyond September 2008 - July 2011
Skills
Computer and hand..., Space planning, Interior Design, Rendering, SketchUp, Sketching, Revit, Furniture, 3D Studio Max, AutoCAD, CAD, Illustration, Textiles, Lighting, Customer Service, Project Planning, Hand Drafting, Interior Architecture, Materials, InDesign, Retail Design, Window Treatments, Architectural Drawings, Floor Plans, Space Planning
Education
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
Lowe's Companies, Inc. August 2014 - Present
KAys Interiors June 2012 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2012 - July 2014
Harrington College of Design September 2008 - August 2012
Drapery Connection August 2011 - May 2012
Bed Bath and Beyond September 2008 - July 2011
Skills
Computer and hand..., Space planning, Interior Design, Rendering, SketchUp, Sketching, Revit, Furniture, 3D Studio Max, AutoCAD, CAD, Illustration, Textiles, Lighting, Customer Service, Project Planning, Hand Drafting, Interior Architecture, Materials, InDesign, Retail Design, Window Treatments, Architectural Drawings, Floor Plans, Space Planning
Education
Harrington College of Design 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
Lisa Lato Lisa Lato's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2003 - Present
Job Senior Designer at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2003 - Present
AmeriKing Corporation August 2000 - June 2003
Flair Communications Agency, Inc. December 1998 - August 2000
Lakeside Bank August 1992 - December 1998
Skills
Interior Design, Furnishings, Window Treatments, Custom Furniture, Floor Plans, Retail, Sales, FF&E, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Corporate Communications, Employee Benefits, Certified Grief Coach
Education
Trinity International University 1992 — 1994
BA Interpersonal and Group Communication, Business
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2003 - Present
AmeriKing Corporation August 2000 - June 2003
Flair Communications Agency, Inc. December 1998 - August 2000
Lakeside Bank August 1992 - December 1998
Skills
Interior Design, Furnishings, Window Treatments, Custom Furniture, Floor Plans, Retail, Sales, FF&E, Human Resources, Employee Relations, Corporate Communications, Employee Benefits, Certified Grief Coach
Education
Trinity International University 1992 — 1994
BA Interpersonal and Group Communication, Business
Rosemary Maslanka's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2012 - August 2013
Job CAD Services at Midwest Office Interiors, Inc.
Industry Design
Experience
Midwest Office Interiors, Inc. July 2014 - Present
Midwest Office Interiors, Inc. August 2013 - July 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2012 - August 2013
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) January 2011 - May 2012
Naples Bakery October 2005 - December 2011
Design Interiors, Inc. May 2011 - August 2011
Chesterfield Designs, Inc. May 2010 - August 2010
Summer Hill, Ltd. May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Creativity, Organization, Team Player, AutoCAD, Windows, SketchUp, Model Building, Construction Documents, Space Planning, Elevations, Revit, Hand Rendering, Architectural Drafting, Architectural Drawings, Space-planning, Microsoft Word, SU Podium, 3D Studio Max, Design Research, CAD, Adobe Acrobat, Space planning, Textiles, Sustainable Design, Illustrator, Customer Service, Interior Design, Photoshop, AutoCAD Architecture, Time Management, Furniture, Painting, Illustration, Sketching, Rendering, InDesign, Hand Drafting, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Custom Furniture, Submittals, Teamwork, Residential Design, Concept Design, Model Making, Finish Selections, Floor Plans, Furnishings, 3D rendering, FF&E
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Family and Consumer Sciences: Interior and Environmental Design, Minor: Construction Management
Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School 2004 — 2008
Midwest Office Interiors, Inc. July 2014 - Present
Midwest Office Interiors, Inc. August 2013 - July 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2012 - August 2013
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) January 2011 - May 2012
Naples Bakery October 2005 - December 2011
Design Interiors, Inc. May 2011 - August 2011
Chesterfield Designs, Inc. May 2010 - August 2010
Summer Hill, Ltd. May 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Creativity, Organization, Team Player, AutoCAD, Windows, SketchUp, Model Building, Construction Documents, Space Planning, Elevations, Revit, Hand Rendering, Architectural Drafting, Architectural Drawings, Space-planning, Microsoft Word, SU Podium, 3D Studio Max, Design Research, CAD, Adobe Acrobat, Space planning, Textiles, Sustainable Design, Illustrator, Customer Service, Interior Design, Photoshop, AutoCAD Architecture, Time Management, Furniture, Painting, Illustration, Sketching, Rendering, InDesign, Hand Drafting, PowerPoint, Adobe Creative Suite, Custom Furniture, Submittals, Teamwork, Residential Design, Concept Design, Model Making, Finish Selections, Floor Plans, Furnishings, 3D rendering, FF&E
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Family and Consumer Sciences: Interior and Environmental Design, Minor: Construction Management
Mother McAuley Liberal Arts High School 2004 — 2008
Renee Lukas Renee Lukas's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2000 - 2004
Job Designer, Sales Associate at Divine Consign
Industry Design
Experience
Divine Consign September 2009 - Present
Fringe Home Design 2007 - 2009
Baker Knapp & Tubbs Showroom 2004 - 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2000 - 2004
Ameritech 1978 - 2000
Skills
Space-planning, Space planning, Interior Design, Furniture, Adobe Creative Suite, Furnishings, Window Treatments, AutoCAD, InDesign, Floor Plans, FF&E
Education
Concordia University Chicago 1997 — 2000
BA, Business, Management
Divine Consign September 2009 - Present
Fringe Home Design 2007 - 2009
Baker Knapp & Tubbs Showroom 2004 - 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2000 - 2004
Ameritech 1978 - 2000
Skills
Space-planning, Space planning, Interior Design, Furniture, Adobe Creative Suite, Furnishings, Window Treatments, AutoCAD, InDesign, Floor Plans, FF&E
Education
Concordia University Chicago 1997 — 2000
BA, Business, Management
Tareg Qtami Tareg Qtami's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2011 - June 2012
Job HR Compliance and Security Administrator at University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
Industry Hospital & Health Care
Experience
University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System September 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago May 2012 - September 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2011 - June 2012
Baird & Warner July 2010 - December 2010
Christopher Micheals April 2008 - April 2009
Lowe's April 2006 - April 2008
Sieben Energy Associates August 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Sketching, LEED, Construction, Window Treatments, Flooring, Architecture, Green Building, Space planning, Furniture, Rendering, FF&E, Hand Drafting, SketchUp, Floor Plans, Furnishings, Sales, Retail Design, Residential Design, 3D rendering, 3D visualization, 3D Studio Max, Architectural Design
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2013 — 2016
Master's of Public Administration, Finance and Financial Management Services
Illinois Institute of Art 2006 — 2008
BFA, Interior Design
Eastern Illinois University 1999 — 2001
n/a, Enviornmental Biology
University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System September 2014 - Present
University of Illinois at Chicago May 2012 - September 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2011 - June 2012
Baird & Warner July 2010 - December 2010
Christopher Micheals April 2008 - April 2009
Lowe's April 2006 - April 2008
Sieben Energy Associates August 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Sketching, LEED, Construction, Window Treatments, Flooring, Architecture, Green Building, Space planning, Furniture, Rendering, FF&E, Hand Drafting, SketchUp, Floor Plans, Furnishings, Sales, Retail Design, Residential Design, 3D rendering, 3D visualization, 3D Studio Max, Architectural Design
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2013 — 2016
Master's of Public Administration, Finance and Financial Management Services
Illinois Institute of Art 2006 — 2008
BFA, Interior Design
Eastern Illinois University 1999 — 2001
n/a, Enviornmental Biology
Tasha Gustafson Tasha Gustafson's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2005 - June 2006
Job Business Administrator at Neal Nealis, DDS
Industry Medical Practice
Experience
Neal Nealis, DDS August 2013 - Present
Nicholas Ruggiero, D.D.S., Ltd. September 2006 - August 2013
Walden Square Dental Care January 2002 - December 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Outlook, Editing, Eagle Soft, Easy Dental, Dentrix, Sales, Training, Event Planning, Time Management, Inventory Management
Education
Harrington College of Design 2002 — 2005
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Interior Design
College of Lake County 2001 — 2002
Neal Nealis, DDS August 2013 - Present
Nicholas Ruggiero, D.D.S., Ltd. September 2006 - August 2013
Walden Square Dental Care January 2002 - December 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Outlook, Editing, Eagle Soft, Easy Dental, Dentrix, Sales, Training, Event Planning, Time Management, Inventory Management
Education
Harrington College of Design 2002 — 2005
Bachelors of Fine Arts, Interior Design
College of Lake County 2001 — 2002
Jennifer Mulvihill Jennifer Mulvihill's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 2002 - May 2003
Job Marketing at Idea Booth
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Idea Booth September 2012 - January 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2002 - May 2003
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Branding & Identity, Facebook, Customer Service, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Sales, Google Analytics, Merchandising, Public Relations, Business Development, Social Media, Management, Digital Marketing, Leadership, Training, Account Management, Online Marketing, Event Planning
Education
Chicago Portfolio School 2015 — 2016
Design
DePaul University 2009 — 2015
B.A., Marketing, 3.925
Columbia College Chicago 2003 — 2004
Interior Architecture
Idea Booth September 2012 - January 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2002 - May 2003
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Branding & Identity, Facebook, Customer Service, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Sales, Google Analytics, Merchandising, Public Relations, Business Development, Social Media, Management, Digital Marketing, Leadership, Training, Account Management, Online Marketing, Event Planning
Education
Chicago Portfolio School 2015 — 2016
Design
DePaul University 2009 — 2015
B.A., Marketing, 3.925
Columbia College Chicago 2003 — 2004
Interior Architecture
Marissa Maiorano's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2013 - June 2013
Job Groomer at The Grooming Lodge
Industry Veterinary
Experience
The Grooming Lodge May 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2013 - June 2013
PetSmart May 2012 - October 2012
Precision Laser Specialists January 2012 - May 2012
The Fresh Market May 2010 - January 2012
Jungleland Pets April 2008 - December 2008
Heads Up Hair Design August 2005 - April 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Teamwork, Training, Talent Management, Employee Relations, Team Building, Payroll, Leadership, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Human Resources, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Animal Care
Education
Midwest School of Pet Grooming 2012 — 2013
Certificate in Pet Grooming, Pet Grooming
College of Lake County 2011 — 2013
N/A, Human Resource Management
Bradley University 2009 — 2011
N/A, Elementary Education and Teaching
The Grooming Lodge May 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2013 - June 2013
PetSmart May 2012 - October 2012
Precision Laser Specialists January 2012 - May 2012
The Fresh Market May 2010 - January 2012
Jungleland Pets April 2008 - December 2008
Heads Up Hair Design August 2005 - April 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Retail, Teamwork, Training, Talent Management, Employee Relations, Team Building, Payroll, Leadership, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Social Networking, Human Resources, Microsoft Excel, Time Management, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Animal Care
Education
Midwest School of Pet Grooming 2012 — 2013
Certificate in Pet Grooming, Pet Grooming
College of Lake County 2011 — 2013
N/A, Human Resource Management
Bradley University 2009 — 2011
N/A, Elementary Education and Teaching
Leslie Dorchen Leslie Dorchen's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 2004 - February 2005
Job Sales and Design Consultant at Kurtis Kitchen & Bath Centers
Industry Design
Experience
Kurtis Kitchen & Bath Centers May 2012 - Present
Dorchen Designs, Ltd. April 2011 - May 2012
Stone City / International Marble and Granite September 2011 - March 2012
Kitchen Discounters of America October 2010 - September 2011
Studio 41 June 2009 - July 2010
Community Home Supply March 2005 - June 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2004 - February 2005
Northwestern Memorial Hospital 1993 - 1996
Custom Interior Designs, Inc January 1991 - January 1993
Skills
Interior Design, Furniture, Kitchen & Bath Design, Bathrooms, Furnishings, Interior Architecture, Rendering, Construction, Space-planning, Floor Plans, Plumbing, Cabinetry, Residential Design, Contractors, InDesign, Residential Homes, Space planning, Tiles, Architectural Design, Sustainable Design, Flooring, Finish, Countertops, Window Treatments, Sketching, Construction Drawings, Renovation, Product Design, Space Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, English/Writing
Eastern Michigan University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design
Kurtis Kitchen & Bath Centers May 2012 - Present
Dorchen Designs, Ltd. April 2011 - May 2012
Stone City / International Marble and Granite September 2011 - March 2012
Kitchen Discounters of America October 2010 - September 2011
Studio 41 June 2009 - July 2010
Community Home Supply March 2005 - June 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2004 - February 2005
Northwestern Memorial Hospital 1993 - 1996
Custom Interior Designs, Inc January 1991 - January 1993
Skills
Interior Design, Furniture, Kitchen & Bath Design, Bathrooms, Furnishings, Interior Architecture, Rendering, Construction, Space-planning, Floor Plans, Plumbing, Cabinetry, Residential Design, Contractors, InDesign, Residential Homes, Space planning, Tiles, Architectural Design, Sustainable Design, Flooring, Finish, Countertops, Window Treatments, Sketching, Construction Drawings, Renovation, Product Design, Space Planning
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, English/Writing
Eastern Michigan University 1985 — 1989
Bachelor of Science, Interior Design
Deborah Paulik's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2009 - 2009
Job Interior Designer at Seating Concepts Inc
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Seating Concepts Inc July 2015 - Present
Deborah Dianne Design November 2009 - Present
The Body Shop March 2013 - March 2015
The Body Shop July 2011 - March 2013
The Body Shop May 2011 - July 2011
The Body Shop September 2010 - May 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2009 - 2009
IIDA Illinois Board 2006 - 2009
Wendella Sightseeing Tourboats 2005 - 2008
Skills
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Fine Art, Illustration, Space Planning, SketchUp, Drawing, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, AutoCAD, Materials, Photography, 3D, Layout, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Word, Lighting, Painting, 3D Studio Max, Rendering, Renovation, Finishes, Revit, Sketching, Art, CAD, Excel, Hand Rendering, Flooring, Graphic Design, Textiles, Web Design, Concept Design, Visual Merchandising, Interiors, Sustainable Design, Concept Development, Styling, Residential Design, AutoCAD Architecture, Retail Design, FF&E, Design Development, Logo Design, Architectural Drafting, Technical Drawing, Modeling, Construction Documents, Dreamweaver
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2005 — 2009
BFA, INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
Lewis University 1988 — 1989
University of Iowa 1987 — 1988
Pre-Law
Seating Concepts Inc July 2015 - Present
Deborah Dianne Design November 2009 - Present
The Body Shop March 2013 - March 2015
The Body Shop July 2011 - March 2013
The Body Shop May 2011 - July 2011
The Body Shop September 2010 - May 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2009 - 2009
IIDA Illinois Board 2006 - 2009
Wendella Sightseeing Tourboats 2005 - 2008
Skills
Interior Design, Interior Architecture, Fine Art, Illustration, Space Planning, SketchUp, Drawing, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, AutoCAD, Materials, Photography, 3D, Layout, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Word, Lighting, Painting, 3D Studio Max, Rendering, Renovation, Finishes, Revit, Sketching, Art, CAD, Excel, Hand Rendering, Flooring, Graphic Design, Textiles, Web Design, Concept Design, Visual Merchandising, Interiors, Sustainable Design, Concept Development, Styling, Residential Design, AutoCAD Architecture, Retail Design, FF&E, Design Development, Logo Design, Architectural Drafting, Technical Drawing, Modeling, Construction Documents, Dreamweaver
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2005 — 2009
BFA, INTERIOR ARCHITECTURE
Lewis University 1988 — 1989
University of Iowa 1987 — 1988
Pre-Law
Ashlie Langan Ashlie Langan's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2012 - June 2014
Job Furniture Associate at Crate and Barrel
Industry Design
Experience
Crate and Barrel August 2014 - Present
Trend Forward April 2013 - Present
Mosaicos Tile June 2014 - August 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2012 - June 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2011 - April 2012
Chicago Green Homes Program November 2009 - November 2011
Covers Unlimited November 2009 - February 2011
Urban Source March 2005 - August 2008
Skills
Organizing, Writing, Sustainability, Stained Glass, Interior Design, Space Planning, Furniture, Residential Design, Kitchen, Bathrooms, Architecture, CAD/CAM, 3D rendering, Home Staging, commerical interior..., Space-planning, Space planning, Furnishings, Upholstery, Architectures, Drawing
Education
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2008
BFA, Interior Design
Columbia College Chicago 1999 — 2001
N/A, Dance
Crate and Barrel August 2014 - Present
Trend Forward April 2013 - Present
Mosaicos Tile June 2014 - August 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2012 - June 2014
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2011 - April 2012
Chicago Green Homes Program November 2009 - November 2011
Covers Unlimited November 2009 - February 2011
Urban Source March 2005 - August 2008
Skills
Organizing, Writing, Sustainability, Stained Glass, Interior Design, Space Planning, Furniture, Residential Design, Kitchen, Bathrooms, Architecture, CAD/CAM, 3D rendering, Home Staging, commerical interior..., Space-planning, Space planning, Furnishings, Upholstery, Architectures, Drawing
Education
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2008
BFA, Interior Design
Columbia College Chicago 1999 — 2001
N/A, Dance
Sarah Cardenas's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2011 - October 2011
Job Design Assistant at Insignia Kitchen and Bath
Industry Design
Experience
Insignia Kitchen and Bath September 2013 - Present
Interior Image Group November 2012 - September 2013
D & L Wood Products January 2012 - October 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2011 - October 2011
Interior Image Group July 2010 - July 2011
Burger King Corporation May 2008 - August 2010
Skills
AutoCAD, Space planning, Space-planning, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, Spexx, Architectural Drawings, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Hand Drafting, Sketching, Interior Design, Interior Architecture
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2007 — 2011
BA, Interior Design
Insignia Kitchen and Bath September 2013 - Present
Interior Image Group November 2012 - September 2013
D & L Wood Products January 2012 - October 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2011 - October 2011
Interior Image Group July 2010 - July 2011
Burger King Corporation May 2008 - August 2010
Skills
AutoCAD, Space planning, Space-planning, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, SketchUp, Spexx, Architectural Drawings, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Hand Drafting, Sketching, Interior Design, Interior Architecture
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 2007 — 2011
BA, Interior Design
Carolyn Sherman Carolyn Sherman's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2002 - January 2011
Job Admissions Advisor at Keller Graduate School of Management
Industry Higher Education
Experience
Keller Graduate School of Management January 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2002 - January 2011
Education
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
B.S., Interior Design
Keller Graduate School of Management January 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2002 - January 2011
Education
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
B.S., Interior Design
Michelle Broms Michelle Broms's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2013 - Present
Job Interior Designer at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Consumer Goods
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2013 - Present
Floor and Decor April 2013 - June 2013
Stanley's Party and More October 2010 - April 2013
Old Navy August 2010 - March 2011
Sako and Associates July 1994 - November 1995
Skills
Auto Cad Draftsperson, Space Planning, Rendering, drawing file management, Self-driven, Troubleshooting, Drawing, Space planning, Sketching, Architectural Drawings, Interior Design, Floor Plans, Hand Drafting, Textiles, Visual Merchandising, Product Design, Retail Design, Furniture, AutoCAD
Education
Harrington Institute of Interior Design 1988 — 1990
BS, Interior Design
Harper College 1990 — 2011
Continuing education, Interior Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2013 - Present
Floor and Decor April 2013 - June 2013
Stanley's Party and More October 2010 - April 2013
Old Navy August 2010 - March 2011
Sako and Associates July 1994 - November 1995
Skills
Auto Cad Draftsperson, Space Planning, Rendering, drawing file management, Self-driven, Troubleshooting, Drawing, Space planning, Sketching, Architectural Drawings, Interior Design, Floor Plans, Hand Drafting, Textiles, Visual Merchandising, Product Design, Retail Design, Furniture, AutoCAD
Education
Harrington Institute of Interior Design 1988 — 1990
BS, Interior Design
Harper College 1990 — 2011
Continuing education, Interior Design
James Cote James Cote's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2013 - Present
Job Store Display Manager at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2013 - Present
Charles Sparks + Company July 2012 - June 2013
4240 Architecture June 2010 - May 2012
Jewel-Osco April 2002 - August 2008
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science in, Architecture
College of DuPage 2004 — 2006
Certificate of Pre-Architecture
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2013 - Present
Charles Sparks + Company July 2012 - June 2013
4240 Architecture June 2010 - May 2012
Jewel-Osco April 2002 - August 2008
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science in, Architecture
College of DuPage 2004 — 2006
Certificate of Pre-Architecture
Claire Baltz Claire Baltz's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 2014 - Present
Job Store Display Manager at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Apparel & Fashion
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2014 - Present
K. Licht Design June 2013 - Present
Macy's May 2013 - May 2014
Smashing Golf & Tennis May 2013 - October 2013
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) August 2011 - May 2013
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) August 2009 - May 2013
Bath & Body Works May 2010 - December 2012
EmbroidMe June 2010 - July 2011
Salt Creek Park District June 2006 - June 2010
Skills
Well traveled (US and..., Design skills in Visual..., Student Manager..., Retail, Apparel, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Word, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Movie Maker, Time Management, Windows Movie Maker, Facebook, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Sales
Education
Illinois State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Fashion Merchandising
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 2014 - Present
K. Licht Design June 2013 - Present
Macy's May 2013 - May 2014
Smashing Golf & Tennis May 2013 - October 2013
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) August 2011 - May 2013
McAlister's Deli (Corporation) August 2009 - May 2013
Bath & Body Works May 2010 - December 2012
EmbroidMe June 2010 - July 2011
Salt Creek Park District June 2006 - June 2010
Skills
Well traveled (US and..., Design skills in Visual..., Student Manager..., Retail, Apparel, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Word, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Movie Maker, Time Management, Windows Movie Maker, Facebook, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Sales
Education
Illinois State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Fashion Merchandising
Anna Sutton's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2003 - 2004
Job Strategic Account Manager
Industry Furniture
Experience
Plymold - A Division of Foldcraft February 2013 - Present
Pottery Barn 2012 - 2013
Holly Hunt 2007 - 2011
Holly Hunt 2005 - 2007
BBT Rugs, LTD 2004 - 2005
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2003 - 2004
Deck the Walls 2000 - 2003
Skills
Merchandising, Inventory Management, Management, Customer Service, Training, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Interior Design, PowerPoint, Navision, Rugs, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Product Sampling, Purchasing, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Custom Furniture, Budget P&L, Sales, Furnishings, Marketing
Education
Benilde St. Margaret's
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Bachlor of Science, Interior Design & Construction Management, Magna Cum Laude
Plymold - A Division of Foldcraft February 2013 - Present
Pottery Barn 2012 - 2013
Holly Hunt 2007 - 2011
Holly Hunt 2005 - 2007
BBT Rugs, LTD 2004 - 2005
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2003 - 2004
Deck the Walls 2000 - 2003
Skills
Merchandising, Inventory Management, Management, Customer Service, Training, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Interior Design, PowerPoint, Navision, Rugs, Outlook, Internet Explorer, Product Sampling, Purchasing, Business Development, Cross-functional Team..., Custom Furniture, Budget P&L, Sales, Furnishings, Marketing
Education
Benilde St. Margaret's
Minnesota State University, Mankato
Bachlor of Science, Interior Design & Construction Management, Magna Cum Laude
Amy DeWitt Amy DeWitt's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2002 - July 2015
Job Manager at Bob's Discount Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Bob's Discount Furniture August 2015 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2002 - July 2015
Babies N Beds April 1995 - January 2002
Spiegel September 1987 - February 1995
Skills
Creative Problem Solving, Organizational..., Loyal, Motivated self-starter, Retail, Merchandising, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Sales Management, Product Development, Customer Service, Purchasing, Contract Negotiation, Management
Education
Auburn University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Management
Bob's Discount Furniture August 2015 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2002 - July 2015
Babies N Beds April 1995 - January 2002
Spiegel September 1987 - February 1995
Skills
Creative Problem Solving, Organizational..., Loyal, Motivated self-starter, Retail, Merchandising, Sales, Visual Merchandising, Sales Management, Product Development, Customer Service, Purchasing, Contract Negotiation, Management
Education
Auburn University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Management
Brigitte Fairbairn's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2009 - 2010
Job Sales Consultant at Morgan Services
Industry Textiles
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2009 - 2010
Education
Evangel University 1987 — 1988
Joliet Junior College
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2009 - 2010
Education
Evangel University 1987 — 1988
Joliet Junior College
Ted Teuten Ted Teuten's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2012 - Present
Job Interior Designer, Walter E Smithe Lincoln Park
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2012 - Present
Interior Effects, Inc December 2007 - April 2011
Francesca's Bryn Mawr December 2001 - May 2008
Point of Origin December 1996 - November 2001
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Art, AutoCAD, Custom Furniture, Design Research, Drawing, FF, Fashion, Finish, Floor Plans, Furnishings, Furniture, Hand Drafting, Home Staging, Illustrator, InDesign, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Management, Photoshop, Process Scheduler, Real Estate, Rendering, Renovation, Research, Residential Design, Retail Design, Revit, Sales, SketchUp, Sketching, Social Media, Space Planning, Space planning, Space-planning, Submittals, Sustainable Design, Textiles, Time Management, Training, Visual Merchandising, Window Treatments
Education
Bennington College 1987 — 1991
BA, Scenic & Costume Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2012 - Present
Interior Effects, Inc December 2007 - April 2011
Francesca's Bryn Mawr December 2001 - May 2008
Point of Origin December 1996 - November 2001
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Art, AutoCAD, Custom Furniture, Design Research, Drawing, FF, Fashion, Finish, Floor Plans, Furnishings, Furniture, Hand Drafting, Home Staging, Illustrator, InDesign, Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Lighting Design, Management, Photoshop, Process Scheduler, Real Estate, Rendering, Renovation, Research, Residential Design, Retail Design, Revit, Sales, SketchUp, Sketching, Social Media, Space Planning, Space planning, Space-planning, Submittals, Sustainable Design, Textiles, Time Management, Training, Visual Merchandising, Window Treatments
Education
Bennington College 1987 — 1991
BA, Scenic & Costume Design
Cindy Muys Cindy Muys's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 2005 - September 2006
Job Manager, BenchDeli / Lead, Level IV Cheese Specialist (Mariano's Western Springs)
Industry Information Technology and Services
Experience
Mariano's October 2013 - Present
AVI-SPL December 2008 - December 2012
Page One Interiors, Inc. September 2006 - December 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Food & Beverage, Merchandising, Order Processing, Product Ordering, Inventory Management, Interior Design, Microsoft Excel, Hand Drafting, AutoCAD, Receptionist Duties, Video Conferencing, AV, Sound, Digital Signage, Telepresence
Education
Illinois State University 2000 — 2004
B.S., Family & Consumer Sciences - Interior Design
Mariano's October 2013 - Present
AVI-SPL December 2008 - December 2012
Page One Interiors, Inc. September 2006 - December 2008
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Food & Beverage, Merchandising, Order Processing, Product Ordering, Inventory Management, Interior Design, Microsoft Excel, Hand Drafting, AutoCAD, Receptionist Duties, Video Conferencing, AV, Sound, Digital Signage, Telepresence
Education
Illinois State University 2000 — 2004
B.S., Family & Consumer Sciences - Interior Design
Patricia Lange Fischer, CCP Patricia Lange Fischer, CCP's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2001 - 2009
Job Retired
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2001 - 2009
Veterinary Centers of America 1999 - 2001
Motor Werks of Barrington 1989 - 1999
Something Special Interiors 1987 - 1989
Allied Corporation 1979 - 1982
G D Searle 1977 - 1979
Skil Corporation 1973 - 1977
Skills
Interior Design, Furniture, Deferred Compensation, Space-planning, Illustrator, Sketching, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Communication, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Marketing Strategy, Customer Relations, Sales Process, Project Management, Customer Retention, Alumni Affairs, Family Caregiving, Volunteer Management, Sonography, Contract Negotiations, Purchasing, Sales Management, Automotive, IT Strategy, Electronics Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry, Consumer Products, Organizational Design, HR Development, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Succession Planning, Personnel Supervision, Office Administration, Risk Management, Compliance, HRIS, EEOC, Labor Relations, FLSA, Employee Benefits, OSHA, Executive Compensation..., International..., Sales Compensation..., Employee Handbooks, Healthcare Information..., Custom Furniture, Space planning
Education
Northwestern University
Valparaiso University
Harper College
National College of Education
Illinois Institute of Technology
University of Illinois at Chicago
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2001 - 2009
Veterinary Centers of America 1999 - 2001
Motor Werks of Barrington 1989 - 1999
Something Special Interiors 1987 - 1989
Allied Corporation 1979 - 1982
G D Searle 1977 - 1979
Skil Corporation 1973 - 1977
Skills
Interior Design, Furniture, Deferred Compensation, Space-planning, Illustrator, Sketching, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Communication, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Marketing Strategy, Customer Relations, Sales Process, Project Management, Customer Retention, Alumni Affairs, Family Caregiving, Volunteer Management, Sonography, Contract Negotiations, Purchasing, Sales Management, Automotive, IT Strategy, Electronics Industry, Pharmaceutical Industry, Consumer Products, Organizational Design, HR Development, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Succession Planning, Personnel Supervision, Office Administration, Risk Management, Compliance, HRIS, EEOC, Labor Relations, FLSA, Employee Benefits, OSHA, Executive Compensation..., International..., Sales Compensation..., Employee Handbooks, Healthcare Information..., Custom Furniture, Space planning
Education
Northwestern University
Valparaiso University
Harper College
National College of Education
Illinois Institute of Technology
University of Illinois at Chicago
Christine Gangler Christine Gangler's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience November 2002 - November 2007
Job Owner at Another Vision, Inc.
Industry Design
Experience
Another Vision, Inc. May 2007 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture November 2002 - November 2007
Education
College of DuPage 1991 — 1993
Design
Another Vision, Inc. May 2007 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture November 2002 - November 2007
Education
College of DuPage 1991 — 1993
Design
Courtney Nichols Courtney Nichols's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience March 2006 - August 2006
Job Leadership Associate at Room & Board
Industry Furniture
Experience
Room & Board July 2013 - Present
Room & Board July 2013 - Present
Cole Haan June 2011 - July 2013
Pierre Deux November 2009 - June 2011
Restoration Hardware August 2006 - February 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2006 - August 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2003 - March 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture November 2000 - January 2003
Kreiss Collection June 2000 - November 2000
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 1999 - June 2000
Skills
Merchandising, Customer Service, Retail, Inventory Management, PowerPoint, Policy Writing, Implementation Of..., Visual Merchandising, Sales Management, Store Management, Retail Sales, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, Driving Results, Sales, Hiring, Employee Training, New Store Openings, Fashion, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Styling
Education
Harrington College of Design 1995 — 1998
Interior Design
Albion College 1991 — 1995
BS, COMMUNICATION
New Trier Highschool 1988 — 1991
HS Diploma
Room & Board July 2013 - Present
Room & Board July 2013 - Present
Cole Haan June 2011 - July 2013
Pierre Deux November 2009 - June 2011
Restoration Hardware August 2006 - February 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2006 - August 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2003 - March 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture November 2000 - January 2003
Kreiss Collection June 2000 - November 2000
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 1999 - June 2000
Skills
Merchandising, Customer Service, Retail, Inventory Management, PowerPoint, Policy Writing, Implementation Of..., Visual Merchandising, Sales Management, Store Management, Retail Sales, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, Driving Results, Sales, Hiring, Employee Training, New Store Openings, Fashion, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Styling
Education
Harrington College of Design 1995 — 1998
Interior Design
Albion College 1991 — 1995
BS, COMMUNICATION
New Trier Highschool 1988 — 1991
HS Diploma
Lauren Buttle's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2008 - July 2008
Job Real Estate Services Administrator at CBRE
Industry Real Estate
Experience
CBRE May 2011 - Present
Marc Realty July 2008 - May 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Management, Coordinating Events, Social Media, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Accounts Payable
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2014 — 2016
Interior Design Certificate, Continuing Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2007
B.A., Merchandising
CBRE May 2011 - Present
Marc Realty July 2008 - May 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Management, Coordinating Events, Social Media, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, Outlook, Accounts Payable
Education
The School of the Art Institute of Chicago 2014 — 2016
Interior Design Certificate, Continuing Education
Illinois State University 2003 — 2007
B.A., Merchandising
Gayla Pressner's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2005 - 2009
Job Admissions Representative at Westwood College
Industry Education Management
Experience
Westwood College March 2009 - Present
Westwood College March 2009 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2005 - 2009
Marshall Fields 1976 - 2001
Skills
Interior Design, Admissions
Education
Ray College of Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Interior Design
Purdue University Calumet
Architecture and Construction Technology
Westwood College March 2009 - Present
Westwood College March 2009 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2005 - 2009
Marshall Fields 1976 - 2001
Skills
Interior Design, Admissions
Education
Ray College of Design
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Interior Design
Purdue University Calumet
Architecture and Construction Technology
Cindy Schlesinger's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2001 - 2005
Job
Industry Design
Experience
Interior Minded 2005 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2001 - 2005
Medco Health Solutions 2000 - 2001
CNA Insurance 1997 - 1999
Kemper Insurance 1996 - 1997
TIG Insurance Company 1994 - 1996
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
B.A., Visual Communications-Design
Interior Minded 2005 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2001 - 2005
Medco Health Solutions 2000 - 2001
CNA Insurance 1997 - 1999
Kemper Insurance 1996 - 1997
TIG Insurance Company 1994 - 1996
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
B.A., Visual Communications-Design
Joan Cannon-Lencioni's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience December 2005 - 2007
Job Account Manager at The Relocation Center
Industry Real Estate
Experience
The Relocation Center April 2007 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2005 - 2007
Cendant Mobility, Sirva Relocation 1997 - 2006
Realty Executives, Baird and Warner December 1987 - May 1997
Education
Kansas State University 1970 — 1973
The Relocation Center April 2007 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2005 - 2007
Cendant Mobility, Sirva Relocation 1997 - 2006
Realty Executives, Baird and Warner December 1987 - May 1997
Education
Kansas State University 1970 — 1973
Loftin, Michelle's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2004 - 2006
Job Design Consultant at Pierre Deux
Industry Design
Experience
Thomasville Chicago April 2011 - Present
Pierre Deux November 2009 - April 2011
The Silk Trading Company December 2007 - October 2009
The Silk Trading Co. December 2007 - October 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - 2006
Skills
Space-planning, Brand Development
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1973 — 1978
Communications
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Thomasville Chicago April 2011 - Present
Pierre Deux November 2009 - April 2011
The Silk Trading Company December 2007 - October 2009
The Silk Trading Co. December 2007 - October 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2004 - 2006
Skills
Space-planning, Brand Development
Education
University of Missouri-Saint Louis 1973 — 1978
Communications
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Alison Zavatone's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience March 2002 - February 2003
Job VP of Community, JLLV
Industry Education Management
Experience
DeVry University October 2004 - November 2011
American Academy of Art February 2003 - September 2004
Walter E Smithe Furniture March 2002 - February 2003
Skills
Student Affairs, Event Planning, Customer Service, Admissions, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Marketing Communications, Recruiting, Social Media Marketing, Student Financial Aid, Training, Enrollment Management
Education
Franklin & Marshall College 1996 — 2000
DeVry University October 2004 - November 2011
American Academy of Art February 2003 - September 2004
Walter E Smithe Furniture March 2002 - February 2003
Skills
Student Affairs, Event Planning, Customer Service, Admissions, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Marketing Communications, Recruiting, Social Media Marketing, Student Financial Aid, Training, Enrollment Management
Education
Franklin & Marshall College 1996 — 2000
Cordia Forte's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2015 - Present
Job Interior Designer at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2015 - Present
Cordia Forte Interiors January 2014 - Present
Closets By Design May 2013 - December 2014
GAP Community Organization July 2012 - June 2014
Inspired Home Designs 2001 - December 2012
Stroke of Hope Foundation 2004 - 2009
Skills
Furniture, Art, Interior Design, Space-planning, Corporate Relocation, Space planning, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Interior Architecture, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Finish, Flooring, Sales, Team Building, Construction
Education
Harrington College of Design 1998 — 2001
Professional Diploma, Interior Design
Columbia College Chicago 1981 — 1985
BA, Broadcast Communications
Whitney M. Young High School 1977 — 1981
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2015 - Present
Cordia Forte Interiors January 2014 - Present
Closets By Design May 2013 - December 2014
GAP Community Organization July 2012 - June 2014
Inspired Home Designs 2001 - December 2012
Stroke of Hope Foundation 2004 - 2009
Skills
Furniture, Art, Interior Design, Space-planning, Corporate Relocation, Space planning, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Interior Architecture, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Project Planning, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Finish, Flooring, Sales, Team Building, Construction
Education
Harrington College of Design 1998 — 2001
Professional Diploma, Interior Design
Columbia College Chicago 1981 — 1985
BA, Broadcast Communications
Whitney M. Young High School 1977 — 1981
Steven Baumann's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 1998 - 2003
Job Interior Design Professional & Freelancer
Industry Design
Experience
Benjamin Moore & Co. August 2015 - Present
Kravet 2006 - Present
Freelance January 2005 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1998 - 2003
Skills
Textiles, Furnishings, Calligraphy, Space-planning, Visual Merchandising, Window Displays, Merchandising, Furniture, Window Treatments, Retail, Concept Development, Upholstery, Drawing, Interior Design, Floor Plans, Retail Design, Styling, Sales, Hand Drafting, Space planning, Space Planning
Education
Harrington College of Design
Associates Degree in Interior Design (in progress)
Aurora University 2001 — 2003
Master of Arts (M.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Judson University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Visual Communication
Benjamin Moore & Co. August 2015 - Present
Kravet 2006 - Present
Freelance January 2005 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1998 - 2003
Skills
Textiles, Furnishings, Calligraphy, Space-planning, Visual Merchandising, Window Displays, Merchandising, Furniture, Window Treatments, Retail, Concept Development, Upholstery, Drawing, Interior Design, Floor Plans, Retail Design, Styling, Sales, Hand Drafting, Space planning, Space Planning
Education
Harrington College of Design
Associates Degree in Interior Design (in progress)
Aurora University 2001 — 2003
Master of Arts (M.A.), Elementary Education and Teaching
Judson University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.), Visual Communication
Gregory Wilkerson's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2008 - November 2008
Job Marketing & Retail Professional
Industry Retail
Experience
Freelance - Project Mamagement December 2007 - January 2014
US Department of Navy Exchange Stores February 2009 - October 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2008 - November 2008
TJ Maxx April 2007 - December 2007
Maritz July 2006 - April 2007
Craft Alliance June 2004 - January 2005
Neiman Marcus February 2003 - June 2004
May Merchandising Company September 2001 - January 2003
Corporate Express Promotional Marketing September 1991 - July 2001
May Department Stores August 1983 - August 1990
Skills
Project Management, Apparel, Advertising, Call Center, Customer Service, Event Planning, Fashion, Graphic Design, Inventory Management, Management, Marketing, Merchandising, Operations Management, Retail, Sales, Sales Management, Social Media, Vendor Management, Visual Merchandising, Call Centers
Education
Eastern Kentucky University 1977 — 1980
Freelance - Project Mamagement December 2007 - January 2014
US Department of Navy Exchange Stores February 2009 - October 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2008 - November 2008
TJ Maxx April 2007 - December 2007
Maritz July 2006 - April 2007
Craft Alliance June 2004 - January 2005
Neiman Marcus February 2003 - June 2004
May Merchandising Company September 2001 - January 2003
Corporate Express Promotional Marketing September 1991 - July 2001
May Department Stores August 1983 - August 1990
Skills
Project Management, Apparel, Advertising, Call Center, Customer Service, Event Planning, Fashion, Graphic Design, Inventory Management, Management, Marketing, Merchandising, Operations Management, Retail, Sales, Sales Management, Social Media, Vendor Management, Visual Merchandising, Call Centers
Education
Eastern Kentucky University 1977 — 1980
Shelly Perry's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 2003 - March 2007
Job Executive Assistant
Industry Construction
Experience
Hard Surface Finishers, Inc July 2012 - Present
STMicroelectronics May 2007 - February 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2003 - March 2007
Swingles Furniture Retail Co April 2001 - April 2003
Skills
Project Management, Facilities Management, Outlook, Access, Microsoft Excel, Process Improvement, Employee Relations, PowerPoint, People Skills, Human Resources, Office Management, Microsoft Word, Forecasting, Recruiting, Time Management
Education
College of DuPage 2001 — 2002
General studies
Addison Trail High School
College of DuPage
General Studies
Hard Surface Finishers, Inc July 2012 - Present
STMicroelectronics May 2007 - February 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2003 - March 2007
Swingles Furniture Retail Co April 2001 - April 2003
Skills
Project Management, Facilities Management, Outlook, Access, Microsoft Excel, Process Improvement, Employee Relations, PowerPoint, People Skills, Human Resources, Office Management, Microsoft Word, Forecasting, Recruiting, Time Management
Education
College of DuPage 2001 — 2002
General studies
Addison Trail High School
College of DuPage
General Studies
Valerie Medina's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience February 2005 - August 2007
Job Writer/Designer
Industry Writing and Editing
Experience
Alley Cat Decor and Design June 2015 - Present
Courts Plus October 2012 - Present
Valerie Jo Interiors January 2008 - Present
Concordia University Chicago June 2012 - February 2015
The Founding Moms August 2012 - August 2013
Oak Park Country Club June 2011 - August 2012
Tennis and Fitness Center of Oak Park March 2010 - May 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Nonprofits, Event Planning
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1995 — 2000
MSOD, Organizational Development
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
BS in Communications, Broadcast Journalism
BTHS West 1982 — 1986
Signal Hill Grade School
Alley Cat Decor and Design June 2015 - Present
Courts Plus October 2012 - Present
Valerie Jo Interiors January 2008 - Present
Concordia University Chicago June 2012 - February 2015
The Founding Moms August 2012 - August 2013
Oak Park Country Club June 2011 - August 2012
Tennis and Fitness Center of Oak Park March 2010 - May 2012
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Nonprofits, Event Planning
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1995 — 2000
MSOD, Organizational Development
University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign 1986 — 1990
BS in Communications, Broadcast Journalism
BTHS West 1982 — 1986
Signal Hill Grade School
Lynette Pickus's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2013 - Present
Job Manager at The LBD, Etc. The Little Black Dress
Industry Apparel & Fashion
Experience
The LBD, Etc. The Little Black Dress September 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2013 - Present
RHODES ACCESSORIES February 1990 - November 2013
Creative Channel Services October 2008 - October 2012
Skills
Fashion, Apparel, Textiles, Merchandising, Trade Shows, Sales Presentations, Sales, Marketing, Seminars, Visual Merchandising, Management, Sales Management, Public Relations, Social Media, Retail
Education
Arizona State University
BS, Business, Textiles & Clothing in marketing
Arizona State University
Bachelor's degree
The LBD, Etc. The Little Black Dress September 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2013 - Present
RHODES ACCESSORIES February 1990 - November 2013
Creative Channel Services October 2008 - October 2012
Skills
Fashion, Apparel, Textiles, Merchandising, Trade Shows, Sales Presentations, Sales, Marketing, Seminars, Visual Merchandising, Management, Sales Management, Public Relations, Social Media, Retail
Education
Arizona State University
BS, Business, Textiles & Clothing in marketing
Arizona State University
Bachelor's degree
Debby Wallner's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2002 - May 2006
Job Sales, Interior Design, project development, and management for Tilles Interiors, Munster, IN
Industry Furniture
Experience
Abel-Anne Brewster Interiors-Brandons April 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2002 - May 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Product Development, AutoCAD, Team Building, Photoshop
Education
Marquette University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Abel-Anne Brewster Interiors-Brandons April 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2002 - May 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Account Management, Product Development, AutoCAD, Team Building, Photoshop
Education
Marquette University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
Jeanne Posillico's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience February 2009 - May 2009
Job GarrettWalker Design Center Associate
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Garrett-Walker Homes May 2015 - Present
Valley Interiors November 2012 - Present
Posillico Interiors LLC October 2008 - Present
LoveSac August 2011 - November 2012
Creative License International July 2010 - November 2011
Candles West November 2009 - September 2010
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2009 - May 2009
Absolute Architecture PC March 2007 - November 2008
Paris Ceramics May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Interior Design, Space Planning, Furniture, Interiors, Lighting, Space-planning, FF&E, Upholstery and Window..., Purchasing, kitchen and bath design, Art Specification, Custom Bedding, Interior Architecture, Granite, Adobe Creative Suite, Hand Drafting, AutoCAD, Art, Finish, Photoshop, InDesign, Design Research, Submittals, Rendering, Space planning, Floor Plans, Renovation, Finish Selections, Window Treatments, Beds, Furnishings, Custom Furniture, Flooring, Upholstery, Architectural Drawings, Sketching, SketchUp, Construction Drawings, Residential Design, Retail
Education
Harrington College of Design 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Art, Interior Design 2008
Phoenix College 2003 — 2004
Interior Design
Glendale Community College 2002 — 2003
Interior Design
Garrett-Walker Homes May 2015 - Present
Valley Interiors November 2012 - Present
Posillico Interiors LLC October 2008 - Present
LoveSac August 2011 - November 2012
Creative License International July 2010 - November 2011
Candles West November 2009 - September 2010
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2009 - May 2009
Absolute Architecture PC March 2007 - November 2008
Paris Ceramics May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Interior Design, Space Planning, Furniture, Interiors, Lighting, Space-planning, FF&E, Upholstery and Window..., Purchasing, kitchen and bath design, Art Specification, Custom Bedding, Interior Architecture, Granite, Adobe Creative Suite, Hand Drafting, AutoCAD, Art, Finish, Photoshop, InDesign, Design Research, Submittals, Rendering, Space planning, Floor Plans, Renovation, Finish Selections, Window Treatments, Beds, Furnishings, Custom Furniture, Flooring, Upholstery, Architectural Drawings, Sketching, SketchUp, Construction Drawings, Residential Design, Retail
Education
Harrington College of Design 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Fine Art, Interior Design 2008
Phoenix College 2003 — 2004
Interior Design
Glendale Community College 2002 — 2003
Interior Design
Deanna Finley's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2003 - 2004
Job Marketing Communications Accenture
Industry Marketing and Advertising
Experience
Accenture October 2004 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2003 - 2004
Education
Penn State University 1973 — 1977
B.A. Journ, Journalism
Accenture October 2004 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2003 - 2004
Education
Penn State University 1973 — 1977
B.A. Journ, Journalism
Linda Hubbard Zabielski's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience February 2006 - February 2013
Job CEO Linda Hubbard Zabielski's Beauty Basics
Industry Retail
Experience
Linda Hubbard Zabielski's Beauty Basics November 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2006 - February 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture-Naperville Showroom 2006 - February 2013
Skills
BUSINESS OWNER, Skin Care, National Recruiting, Skin, Mentoring, Team Building, Training, Anti-aging, Skin Care Products, Launching new products, Interior Design, Window Treatments, Public Speaking, Furnishings, Furniture, Home Staging, Floor Plans, Styling, Space planning, Textiles, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Visual Merchandising, Sketching, Retail, Residential Design, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy
Education
Kennedy Western University 2001 — 2002
Business-, Management and Leadership
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1970 — 1972
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Leadership and Management and Interior Design
John P. Stevens H.S. 1966 — 1970
H.S.
Linda Hubbard Zabielski's Beauty Basics November 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture February 2006 - February 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture-Naperville Showroom 2006 - February 2013
Skills
BUSINESS OWNER, Skin Care, National Recruiting, Skin, Mentoring, Team Building, Training, Anti-aging, Skin Care Products, Launching new products, Interior Design, Window Treatments, Public Speaking, Furnishings, Furniture, Home Staging, Floor Plans, Styling, Space planning, Textiles, Social Media Marketing, Event Planning, Visual Merchandising, Sketching, Retail, Residential Design, Social Networking, Marketing Strategy
Education
Kennedy Western University 2001 — 2002
Business-, Management and Leadership
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1970 — 1972
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Leadership and Management and Interior Design
John P. Stevens H.S. 1966 — 1970
H.S.
Irene Lamiot's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2012 - Present
Job Designer at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2012 - Present
Airoom March 2012 - Present
Restoration Hardware August 2011 - Present
Sullivan and James Kitchen & Bath February 2008 - August 2009
Crate and Barrel August 2003 - May 2006
Pottery Barn October 2002 - January 2003
Skills
Floor Plans, Furnishings, Space Planning
Education
College of DuPage 2008 — 2010
College of DuPage
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2012 - Present
Airoom March 2012 - Present
Restoration Hardware August 2011 - Present
Sullivan and James Kitchen & Bath February 2008 - August 2009
Crate and Barrel August 2003 - May 2006
Pottery Barn October 2002 - January 2003
Skills
Floor Plans, Furnishings, Space Planning
Education
College of DuPage 2008 — 2010
College of DuPage
Carolyn Penkava's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2002 - August 2003
Job Owner, Interior Impressions
Industry Design
Experience
Interior Impressions 1992 - Present
Interior Impressions 1992 - 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2002 - August 2003
Kustom Coordinators 1982 - 1992
Education
Harrington College of Design
Interior Design
Interior Impressions 1992 - Present
Interior Impressions 1992 - 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2002 - August 2003
Kustom Coordinators 1982 - 1992
Education
Harrington College of Design
Interior Design
Marilyn Vallette's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience November 2007 - December 2010
Job Retired
Industry Design
Experience
Retired March 2013 - Present
Thomasville of Naperville January 2011 - March 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture November 2007 - December 2010
Lakewood Homes March 2001 - September 2007
Skills
Furniture, Furnishings, Space planning, Floor Plans, Interior Design, Sales, Window Treatments, Merchandising, Customer Service, Renovation, Home Staging, PowerPoint
Education
New York University
BS, Music Education
New York University
MA, Administration & Supervision
Retired March 2013 - Present
Thomasville of Naperville January 2011 - March 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture November 2007 - December 2010
Lakewood Homes March 2001 - September 2007
Skills
Furniture, Furnishings, Space planning, Floor Plans, Interior Design, Sales, Window Treatments, Merchandising, Customer Service, Renovation, Home Staging, PowerPoint
Education
New York University
BS, Music Education
New York University
MA, Administration & Supervision
Marissa Ricchio's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2005 - June 2007
Job Brokerage Consultant at The Herman Agency
Industry Insurance
Experience
The Herman Agency January 2012 - Present
Highland Capital Brokerage June 2007 - December 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2005 - June 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Insurance, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Sales, Brokerage
Education
Harrington College of Design 2002 — 2005
Associates, Interior Design
The Herman Agency January 2012 - Present
Highland Capital Brokerage June 2007 - December 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2005 - June 2007
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Insurance, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Sales, Brokerage
Education
Harrington College of Design 2002 — 2005
Associates, Interior Design
Valerie Yadron's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2003 - 2009
Job Independant Furniture Rep and Owner/Designer at Spectrum
Industry Furniture
Experience
Spectrum January 2009 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2003 - 2009
Ethan Allen 2002 - 2003
Education
Purdue University 1989 — 1991
Education, Early Childhood
Spectrum January 2009 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2003 - 2009
Ethan Allen 2002 - 2003
Education
Purdue University 1989 — 1991
Education, Early Childhood
Machiko Penny's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 1995 - Present
Job Merchandise Manager at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1995 - Present
Skills
Merchandising, Furniture, Retail, Interior Design, Inventory Management, Home Furnishings, Purchasing, Product Development, Upholstery, Sales, Sales Management, Window Treatments, Trade Shows, Floor Plans, Selling, Custom Furniture, Textiles, New Business Development, Negotiation, Illustrator, Space planning, Furnishings, Visual Merchandising, Finish, FF&E, Home Staging
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science (BS), Interior Design
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Master of Education (MEd)
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 1995 - Present
Skills
Merchandising, Furniture, Retail, Interior Design, Inventory Management, Home Furnishings, Purchasing, Product Development, Upholstery, Sales, Sales Management, Window Treatments, Trade Shows, Floor Plans, Selling, Custom Furniture, Textiles, New Business Development, Negotiation, Illustrator, Space planning, Furnishings, Visual Merchandising, Finish, FF&E, Home Staging
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale
Bachelor of Science (BS), Interior Design
University of North Carolina at Greensboro
Master of Education (MEd)
Denise Guinn's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2000 - Present
Job store display manager at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2000 - Present
La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries 1990 - 2000
Carson pirie scott 1988 - 1990
Education
Harrington College of Design 1987 — 1990
interior design
Illinois State University 1977 — 1981
BS, Merchandising/Bus Admin.
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2000 - Present
La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries 1990 - 2000
Carson pirie scott 1988 - 1990
Education
Harrington College of Design 1987 — 1990
interior design
Illinois State University 1977 — 1981
BS, Merchandising/Bus Admin.
Jane Neiman's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2003 - May 2006
Job Associate Financial Representative at Northwestern Mutual
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Northwestern Mutual April 2007 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2003 - May 2006
National Environmental Testing, Incl 1995 - 1998
Education
College of DuPage
Northwestern Mutual April 2007 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2003 - May 2006
National Environmental Testing, Incl 1995 - 1998
Education
College of DuPage
Celena Wiggins's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience December 2012 - December 2014
Job Gallery Manager at Thomasville Portland
Industry Design
Experience
Thomasville Portland 2015 - Present
Parker Furniture January 2015 - 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2012 - December 2014
Benefit Cosmetics October 2011 - October 2012
Cafe Selmarie May 2010 - May 2011
Tre Kronor Restaurant May 2009 - May 2010
Bar Louie January 2009 - May 2009
Eastlake Bar and Grill May 2008 - September 2008
Issaquah Cafe November 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Computer Graphics, Events Coordination, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Makeup Artistry, Performing Arts..., Sales, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, PowerPoint
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2009 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
North Park University 2007 — 2008
Transfer, Advertising
Thomasville Portland 2015 - Present
Parker Furniture January 2015 - 2015
Walter E. Smithe Furniture December 2012 - December 2014
Benefit Cosmetics October 2011 - October 2012
Cafe Selmarie May 2010 - May 2011
Tre Kronor Restaurant May 2009 - May 2010
Bar Louie January 2009 - May 2009
Eastlake Bar and Grill May 2008 - September 2008
Issaquah Cafe November 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Computer Graphics, Events Coordination, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Makeup Artistry, Performing Arts..., Sales, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, PowerPoint
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2009 — 2011
Bachelor's degree, Arts, Entertainment, and Media Management
North Park University 2007 — 2008
Transfer, Advertising
Jolane Gervasi (work)'s Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2014 - November 2014
Job Office Manager
Industry Events Services
Experience
To be announced soon February 2015 - Present
Bloomingdales May 2010 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2014 - November 2014
Chico's July 2007 - May 2009
Pacific Delight Tours March 2005 - July 2006
Abercrombie &Kent International November 1998 - January 2005
Skills
Travel Management, Public Relations, Event Planning, Training, Sales, Incentives, Customer Service, Hospitality, Hotels, Tourism, Incentive Travel, Event Management, Business Travel, Meeting Planning, Travel Planning, Marketing, Management
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 2010 — 2012
Travel, Travel 1 & 2, Event Planning
To be announced soon February 2015 - Present
Bloomingdales May 2010 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2014 - November 2014
Chico's July 2007 - May 2009
Pacific Delight Tours March 2005 - July 2006
Abercrombie &Kent International November 1998 - January 2005
Skills
Travel Management, Public Relations, Event Planning, Training, Sales, Incentives, Customer Service, Hospitality, Hotels, Tourism, Incentive Travel, Event Management, Business Travel, Meeting Planning, Travel Planning, Marketing, Management
Education
Moraine Valley Community College 2010 — 2012
Travel, Travel 1 & 2, Event Planning
Isela Espino-Garcia's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2006 - May 2008
Job Experienced Visual Merchandiser
Industry Retail
Experience
The Walt Disney Company November 2007 - Present
Bridgeview Bank Group 2011 - 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2006 - May 2008
TCF Bank December 2004 - August 2006
MAXIMUS August 1997 - July 2004
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Team Leadership, Supervisory Skills, Product Management, Cash Management, Organization &..., Written & Verbal..., Exceptional People..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Phone Etiquette, Hand Drafting, Highly motivated..., Sales, Management, Time Management, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Telephone Skills, Outlook, Social Networking, Team-oriented, Teamwork
Education
Harold Washington College
Working on AAS Degree, Architectural Drafting / CAD
International Academy of Design
Interior Design
Computer Learning Center
Computer Business Systems Certification
The Walt Disney Company November 2007 - Present
Bridgeview Bank Group 2011 - 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2006 - May 2008
TCF Bank December 2004 - August 2006
MAXIMUS August 1997 - July 2004
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Team Leadership, Supervisory Skills, Product Management, Cash Management, Organization &..., Written & Verbal..., Exceptional People..., Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Data Entry, Phone Etiquette, Hand Drafting, Highly motivated..., Sales, Management, Time Management, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Telephone Skills, Outlook, Social Networking, Team-oriented, Teamwork
Education
Harold Washington College
Working on AAS Degree, Architectural Drafting / CAD
International Academy of Design
Interior Design
Computer Learning Center
Computer Business Systems Certification
Renee Thornton's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2012 - April 2013
Job Clinician at LindamoodBell Learning Processes
Industry Education Management
Experience
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes May 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2012 - April 2013
Madera Unified School District September 2011 - January 2012
New Directions Sign Service September 2006 - October 2010
Fresno Metropolitan Musuem June 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Leadership Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Customer Service, Program Management, Sales
Education
Roosevelt University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Secondary Education in English
University of California, Santa Barbara 1999 — 2003
B.A. Art History, Art, Architecture
Lindamood-Bell Learning Processes May 2013 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2012 - April 2013
Madera Unified School District September 2011 - January 2012
New Directions Sign Service September 2006 - October 2010
Fresno Metropolitan Musuem June 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Leadership Development, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Advertising, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Customer Service, Program Management, Sales
Education
Roosevelt University 2012 — 2014
Master's Degree, Secondary Education in English
University of California, Santa Barbara 1999 — 2003
B.A. Art History, Art, Architecture
Carrie Rezmer, MBA's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 2002 - September 2004
Job Operations and Facilities Consultant
Industry Retail
Experience
SOP33 February 2012 - Present
Target April 2010 - January 2012
Ethan Allen September 2004 - August 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2002 - September 2004
Pages Books & Gifts August 1986 - June 2001
Waubonsee Community College June 1998 - May 2000
College of DuPage 1999 - 1999
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago 1993 — 1997
MBA, Business & Marketing
Benedictine University 1990 — 1992
BA, Business & Economics
SOP33 February 2012 - Present
Target April 2010 - January 2012
Ethan Allen September 2004 - August 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 2002 - September 2004
Pages Books & Gifts August 1986 - June 2001
Waubonsee Community College June 1998 - May 2000
College of DuPage 1999 - 1999
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago 1993 — 1997
MBA, Business & Marketing
Benedictine University 1990 — 1992
BA, Business & Economics
Melinda LaFrey's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2011 - October 2011
Job Design Associate and Project Manager at O'BrienHarris
Industry Design
Experience
O'Brien Harris August 2013 - Present
Spaces and Views March 2012 - August 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2011 - October 2011
Kohler Co. April 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Space-planning, Interior Design, AutoCAD, Furniture, Rendering, Sketching, Submittals, SketchUp, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Retail Design, Illustrator, Space planning, Interior Architecture, Floor Plans, Sales, Sustainable Design, Cabinetry, Kitchen & Bath Design, Retail, Drawing, Painting, Graphic Design, 3D Studio Max, Illustration, Concept Design, Hand Drafting, Custom Furniture, Finish, Bathrooms, Space Planning
Education
IADT- Chicago 2008 — 2010
BFA, Interior Design
Saint Xavier University 2005 — 2006
Non-degree seeking Studies, Fine and Studio Arts
Carl Sandburg High School
O'Brien Harris August 2013 - Present
Spaces and Views March 2012 - August 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2011 - October 2011
Kohler Co. April 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Space-planning, Interior Design, AutoCAD, Furniture, Rendering, Sketching, Submittals, SketchUp, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Retail Design, Illustrator, Space planning, Interior Architecture, Floor Plans, Sales, Sustainable Design, Cabinetry, Kitchen & Bath Design, Retail, Drawing, Painting, Graphic Design, 3D Studio Max, Illustration, Concept Design, Hand Drafting, Custom Furniture, Finish, Bathrooms, Space Planning
Education
IADT- Chicago 2008 — 2010
BFA, Interior Design
Saint Xavier University 2005 — 2006
Non-degree seeking Studies, Fine and Studio Arts
Carl Sandburg High School
Jennifer Ekeberg's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2012 - Present
Job Associate Manager and Senior Designer at Walter E Smithe
Industry Architecture & Planning
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2012 - Present
Walter E Smithe October 2012 - Present
Freelance Interior Design and Sweet Home Improvements October 2008 - June 2014
Skills
AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, CAD/CAM Software, Hand Drafting, Space-planning, Perspectives, Rendering, Marker Rendering, Color Pencil Rendering, Pastel Rendering, Sketching, 3-D Modeling, Retail Design, Architectural Drawings, 3D rendering, Sustainable Design, Floor Plans, Submittals, Interior Architecture, 3D Modeling, Interior Design, FF&E, Design Research, Residential Design, SketchUp, Furniture, Concept Design, Space planning, Revit
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2005 — 2008
Bachelors, Interior Design and Fine Arts
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2012 - Present
Walter E Smithe October 2012 - Present
Freelance Interior Design and Sweet Home Improvements October 2008 - June 2014
Skills
AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, QuickBooks, CAD/CAM Software, Hand Drafting, Space-planning, Perspectives, Rendering, Marker Rendering, Color Pencil Rendering, Pastel Rendering, Sketching, 3-D Modeling, Retail Design, Architectural Drawings, 3D rendering, Sustainable Design, Floor Plans, Submittals, Interior Architecture, 3D Modeling, Interior Design, FF&E, Design Research, Residential Design, SketchUp, Furniture, Concept Design, Space planning, Revit
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2005 — 2008
Bachelors, Interior Design and Fine Arts
Fran Brady's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience April 2006 - July 2007
Job Design Consultant at Ethan Allen Interiors
Industry Retail
Experience
Ethan Allen Interiors April 2013 - Present
M. Fairchild Designs May 2008 - Present
Baker Furniture November 2010 - March 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2006 - July 2007
Robb &Stucky August 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Interior Design, Creative Thinker /..., Space-planning, Furniture, Sales, Merchandising, Furnishings, Sketching, Sales Management, Space planning, Retail, Graphic Design, Visual Merchandising
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1975 — 1979
BA, Art and Design
Ethan Allen Interiors April 2013 - Present
M. Fairchild Designs May 2008 - Present
Baker Furniture November 2010 - March 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture April 2006 - July 2007
Robb &Stucky August 2003 - May 2006
Skills
Interior Design, Creative Thinker /..., Space-planning, Furniture, Sales, Merchandising, Furnishings, Sketching, Sales Management, Space planning, Retail, Graphic Design, Visual Merchandising
Education
Loyola University Chicago 1975 — 1979
BA, Art and Design
Christine Swisher's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience March 2000 - February 2015
Job Human Resources Manager at Trimboli Chiropractic
Industry Health, Wellness and Fitness
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2000 - February 2015
TTS Granite, Inc March 2009 - February 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Team Building, Sales Management, Interior Design, Sales, Strategic Planning, Furniture, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Contract Negotiation
Education
Purdue University Calumet
Bachelor of Science Business Management, Marketing & Human Resources
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2000 - February 2015
TTS Granite, Inc March 2009 - February 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Team Building, Sales Management, Interior Design, Sales, Strategic Planning, Furniture, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Contract Negotiation
Education
Purdue University Calumet
Bachelor of Science Business Management, Marketing & Human Resources
Deb J. Jaime's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience June 1994 - November 1995
Job You dream it, I'll design it!
Industry Design
Experience
Debra by Design Studios October 2005 - Present
La Paz Montessori/ BrainSPICE 2013 - July 2015
Compass Airlines October 2012 - May 2013
Colgan Air, Inc. March 2008 - July 2012
Colgan Air, Inc. 2008 - 2012
Shofer's Furniture 2006 - 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 1994 - November 1995
Skills
Flights, Interior Design, Art, Furniture, Furnishings, Interior Architecture, Human Factors, Drawing, Finish, Art History, Fashion, Textiles, Sales, Space planning
Education
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2004
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Interior Design
University of Illinois at Chicago 2001 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art History
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art History
Debra by Design Studios October 2005 - Present
La Paz Montessori/ BrainSPICE 2013 - July 2015
Compass Airlines October 2012 - May 2013
Colgan Air, Inc. March 2008 - July 2012
Colgan Air, Inc. 2008 - 2012
Shofer's Furniture 2006 - 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture June 1994 - November 1995
Skills
Flights, Interior Design, Art, Furniture, Furnishings, Interior Architecture, Human Factors, Drawing, Finish, Art History, Fashion, Textiles, Sales, Space planning
Education
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2004
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Interior Design
University of Illinois at Chicago 2001 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art History
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art History
Jacqueline Deberry's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 2011 - December 2012
Job Partner at Deberry, LLC
Industry Accounting
Experience
Lions Mathematics and Science Christian Academy April 1999 - Present
Deberry, LLC December 2003 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2011 - December 2012
Statim LLC 2004 - 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, English, Windows, Outlook, Budget, Interior Design, QuickBooks, Accounting, AutoCAD, Storis, Financial Accounting, Office Management, Budgets, Human Resources
Education
Bradley University 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Accounting and Finance
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Interior Design
Lions Mathematics and Science Christian Academy April 1999 - Present
Deberry, LLC December 2003 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture July 2011 - December 2012
Statim LLC 2004 - 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, English, Windows, Outlook, Budget, Interior Design, QuickBooks, Accounting, AutoCAD, Storis, Financial Accounting, Office Management, Budgets, Human Resources
Education
Bradley University 1991 — 1994
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Accounting and Finance
Harrington College of Design 2003 — 2006
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Interior Design
Beatrice Czarnik's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2006 - January 2007
Job Eirich machines
Industry Machinery
Experience
Eirich Machines, Inc. July 2014 - Present
Creeden & Associates September 2013 - July 2014
NTN Bearing Corporation of America May 2008 - September 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2006 - January 2007
American Chartered Bank March 2002 - October 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Excel, PowerPoint, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Pharmaceutical Sales, Forecasting, Product Development, Account Management, Marketing, Analysis, Training, CRM, Sales, Manufacturing, Pricing, Business Development, New Business Development, Purchasing
Education
Roosevelt University 2003 — 2005
Bachelors of science in business administration, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Eirich Machines, Inc. July 2014 - Present
Creeden & Associates September 2013 - July 2014
NTN Bearing Corporation of America May 2008 - September 2013
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2006 - January 2007
American Chartered Bank March 2002 - October 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Excel, PowerPoint, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Pharmaceutical Sales, Forecasting, Product Development, Account Management, Marketing, Analysis, Training, CRM, Sales, Manufacturing, Pricing, Business Development, New Business Development, Purchasing
Education
Roosevelt University 2003 — 2005
Bachelors of science in business administration, BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
Arianne Lanman's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2013 - March 2015
Job Property Claims Adjuster at Liberty Mutual Insurance
Industry Furniture
Experience
Liberty Mutual Insurance March 2015 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2013 - March 2015
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Time Management
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2012
Liberty Mutual Insurance March 2015 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2013 - March 2015
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Time Management
Education
Illinois State University 2008 — 2012
Margaret Kase's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2004 - April 2010
Job Legal Services Professional
Industry Legal Services
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2004 - April 2010
St. Mary School January 1999 - January 2004
Cox, Goodman, Levin, and Cohen January 1988 - January 1989
Lutheran General Hospital January 1986 - January 1987
Leo Burnett Company Inc January 1985 - January 1986
Friedman and Kovan January 1983 - January 1985
Coffield, Ungaretti, Harris and Slavin January 1982 - January 1983
Fisher and Fisher January 1981 - January 1982
Margolin and Brandwein, Limited January 1980 - January 1981
Education
Roosevelt University 1980 — 1980
Certification, Legal Assistant Program/Corporate Specialty
Southern Illinois University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2004 - April 2010
St. Mary School January 1999 - January 2004
Cox, Goodman, Levin, and Cohen January 1988 - January 1989
Lutheran General Hospital January 1986 - January 1987
Leo Burnett Company Inc January 1985 - January 1986
Friedman and Kovan January 1983 - January 1985
Coffield, Ungaretti, Harris and Slavin January 1982 - January 1983
Fisher and Fisher January 1981 - January 1982
Margolin and Brandwein, Limited January 1980 - January 1981
Education
Roosevelt University 1980 — 1980
Certification, Legal Assistant Program/Corporate Specialty
Southern Illinois University 1975 — 1979
Bachelor of Science, Psychology
Tanya Moncini's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2000 - May 2002
Job
Industry Furniture
Experience
Elbrus Furniture September 2003 - May 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2000 - May 2002
Education
North-Eastern Federal University (former Yakutsk State University) 1988 — 1992
Biology, Chemistry
Elbrus Furniture September 2003 - May 2009
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2000 - May 2002
Education
North-Eastern Federal University (former Yakutsk State University) 1988 — 1992
Biology, Chemistry
Laura Paschen's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience July 1991 - August 2001
Job Project Manager at Medline Industries
Industry Medical Devices
Experience
Medline Industries January 2012 - Present
Restoration Hardware July 2007 - December 2011
Marshall Field's August 2001 - October 2005
Walter E Smithe Furniture July 1991 - August 2001
Education
Illinois State University 1986 — 1991
B.S., Housing and Environmental Design
Medline Industries January 2012 - Present
Restoration Hardware July 2007 - December 2011
Marshall Field's August 2001 - October 2005
Walter E Smithe Furniture July 1991 - August 2001
Education
Illinois State University 1986 — 1991
B.S., Housing and Environmental Design
Jeffrey Patten's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2006 - December 2007
Job Financial Sales Consultant
Industry Financial Services
Experience
Fifth Third Bank May 2015 - Present
PNC July 2011 - May 2015
JPMorgan Chase January 2008 - June 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2006 - December 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2006 - August 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2005 - March 2006
Skills
Retail Banking, Mortgage Lending, Consumer Lending, Small Business Lending, Commercial Lending, Loans, Credit, Banking, Commercial Banking, Retirement Planning, Finance, Business Relationship..., Loan Origination, Relationship Management, Financial Services, Lines Of Credit, Sales, Refinance, Coaching, Home Equity Loans, Retirement, Credit Cards, 401k, Financial Advisory, Home Equity Lines of..., Customer Service, Cross Selling, Retail, Leadership, Risk Management, Sales Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2004
TAM, Textiles, Apparel, and Merchandising
Fifth Third Bank May 2015 - Present
PNC July 2011 - May 2015
JPMorgan Chase January 2008 - June 2011
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2006 - December 2007
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2006 - August 2006
Walter E. Smithe Furniture March 2005 - March 2006
Skills
Retail Banking, Mortgage Lending, Consumer Lending, Small Business Lending, Commercial Lending, Loans, Credit, Banking, Commercial Banking, Retirement Planning, Finance, Business Relationship..., Loan Origination, Relationship Management, Financial Services, Lines Of Credit, Sales, Refinance, Coaching, Home Equity Loans, Retirement, Credit Cards, 401k, Financial Advisory, Home Equity Lines of..., Customer Service, Cross Selling, Retail, Leadership, Risk Management, Sales Management
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2004
TAM, Textiles, Apparel, and Merchandising
Mary Jo Peters's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience October 2004 - Present
Job Senior Designer/Associate Manager at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2004 - Present
Skills
Rendering, InDesign, SketchUp, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, FF&E, Photoshop, Branding & Identity
Education
Dominican University
Certified Interior Decorator, Interior Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture October 2004 - Present
Skills
Rendering, InDesign, SketchUp, Illustrator, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout, FF&E, Photoshop, Branding & Identity
Education
Dominican University
Certified Interior Decorator, Interior Design
Connie Fiduccia's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience 2000 - Present
Job Senior Designer at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2000 - Present
Education
Notre Dame College
Walter E. Smithe Furniture 2000 - Present
Education
Notre Dame College
Wilma Patel's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience August 2003 - Present
Job Product Information Supervisor at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2003 - Present
Skills
Furniture, Furnishings, Interior Design, Rendering, Sketching, Sales Management, Retail
Education
Northern Illinois University
Mathematical Statistics and Probability
William Fremd High School
Walter E. Smithe Furniture August 2003 - Present
Skills
Furniture, Furnishings, Interior Design, Rendering, Sketching, Sales Management, Retail
Education
Northern Illinois University
Mathematical Statistics and Probability
William Fremd High School
Carolyn Sherman's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience September 2002 - January 2011
Job Graduate Admissions Advisor at DeVry University
Industry Higher Education
Experience
DeVry University January 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2002 - January 2011
Education
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Interior Design
DeVry University January 2011 - Present
Walter E. Smithe Furniture September 2002 - January 2011
Education
Illinois State University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Interior Design
brian goffron's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience May 1999 - Present
Job IT Admin at Walter E. Smithe Furniture
Industry Furniture
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 1999 - Present
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2005 — 2007
Master’s Degree, Telecommunications Management
DeVry University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor’s Degree, Telecommunications Management
Walter E. Smithe Furniture May 1999 - Present
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2005 — 2007
Master’s Degree, Telecommunications Management
DeVry University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor’s Degree, Telecommunications Management
Afrin Ahmed's Walter E. Smithe Furniture Experience January 2012 - Present
Job Designer at Walter e smithe
Industry Design
Experience
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2012 - Present
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
Walter E. Smithe Furniture January 2012 - Present
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Fine Arts (B.F.A.), Interior Design
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PwC
Ernst & Young
Walgreens
Procter & Gamble
KPMG
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