Westar Energy
Industry: Electric services company
DescriptionEvergy is an investor owned electric utility headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri, United States. Evergy is the largest electric company in Kansas, serving 690,000 residential, commercial and industrial customers in the eastern third of the state. Headquarters: Kansas City, Missouri, United States CEO: Mark A Ruelle (1 Aug 2011–) Number of employees: 5,000 Founded: 1909 Subsidiaries: Kansas City Power and Light Company,
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Potawatomi Tribal Fire Department March 2013 - Present
Shawnee County Fire District # 3, Rossville KS September 2004 - Present
Rossville Police Department June 2003 - Present
Westar Energy May 2008 - March 2013
Potawatomi Tribal Fire Department April 2000 - July 2008
Mission Township Fire Department January 1993 - July 2004
Wabaunsee County Sheriff’s Office May 2001 - June 2003
Silver Lake Fire Department January 1996 - January 1997
Skills
Paramedic, Fire Management, Incident Command, Enforcement, NIMS, Rescue, Fire Investigation, Fire Suppression Systems, Fire Safety, Wildland Firefighting, Technical Rescue, Preparedness, Emergency Services, Risk Assessment, Fire Prevention, Structural Firefighting, Hazmat Response, Hazardous Materials..., Law Enforcement..., Incident Investigation, Emergency Response to..., Safety Training, Hazard Recognition, Industrial Safety, Industrial Firefighting, Fire Service Instructor, Water Rescue, Major Incident..., Criminal Investigations, Power Plants, Master Scuba Diver, Rescue Diver, Rope Rescue, Emergency Planning, Confined Space Rescue, Hazmat Operations, Fire Service, Vehicle Extrication, Swift Water Rescue, Fire Training, Trench Rescue, Fire Inspections, Firefighting, Public Safety, Disaster Response, EMS, Hazardous Materials, First Responder, Emergency Management, Weapons of Mass...
Education
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Associate of Applied Science, Fire Science
Texas A&M University
Industrial Emergency Response Specialist, Certificate
Westar Energy 2000 - Present
Education
Emporia State University 1991 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Sociology
Westar Energy May 2014 - Present
Education
DePaul University 2011 — 2013
MS in Computer, Information and Network Security
University of Bucharest
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Westar Energy May 2014 - Present
Westar Energy September 2013 - Present
Westar Energy April 2011 - September 2013
Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation April 2005 - April 2011
Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation May 2002 - April 2005
Skills
Compliance, Cyber Security, Strategic Planning, Risk Assessment, Planning, Security, Project Planning, Computer Security, NERC, Quality Assurance, Network Security, Software Documentation, Energy, Program Management, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Nuclear, Change Management, Information Security..., Information Security, Visio, Electric Power, CISSP, Disaster Recovery, Vulnerability Management, Vulnerability Assessment, IT Management, Information Technology, CISA
Education
Emporia State University 1999 — 2002
Bachelor, Computer Information Systems
Westar Energy May 2014 - Present
Westar Energy August 2008 - May 2014
Westar Energy July 2006 - January 2007
Westar Energy July 2004 - July 2006
Skills
Energy, Smart Grid, Process Improvement, Electric Power, Business Process..., Maintenance Management, Renewable Energy, Transformer, Meters, Electricity, High Voltage, Smart Metering
Education
Fort Hays State University 2013 — 2017
Business Management.
Kansas State University 2003 — 2004
Management Information Systems, General
The Master Teacher, Inc. March 2006 - Present
Great Life Golf & Fitness June 2005 - March 2006
South Jr. High/St. Mary's High/Topeka West High August 1995 - May 2005
Westar Energy 1988 - 1993
Payless ShoeSource 1983 - 1988
Skills
Microsoft Office, Excel, Customer Service, Word, Customer Relations, Human Relations, Recruitment/Personnel, Sales Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Sales, Training, Team Building, Account Management, Public Speaking, Leadership Development, Management, People Skills, Salesforce.com, Email Marketing, Strategic Planning
Education
Emporia State University 1993 — 1995
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Secondary Education and Teaching
Washburn University 1978 — 1980
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Retail Merchandising
Sidley Austin LLP September 2013 - Present
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Federal Circuit September 2012 - November 2012
Sidley Austin LLP May 2012 - July 2012
Barnes & Thornburg LLP May 2011 - August 2011
Kansas State University January 2007 - December 2009
Westar Energy May 2008 - August 2008
Education
Indiana University School of Law—Bloomington 2010 — 2013
J.D., Magna Cum Laude
Kansas State 2005 — 2009
B.S., Cum Laude, Electrical, Electronics and Communications Engineering
Westar Energy 2015 - Present
Links, Inc. Topeka (KS) 2001 - Present
Vision 2020 - Drexel University College of Medicine 2010 - Present
ME Consulting Services October 2006 - Present
U.S.Commission on Civil Rights May 2014 - May 2015
Kansas African American Affairs Commission - Office of the Governor December 2009 - May 2015
Wichita State University 2009 - 2015
Scott Hawkins Leadership Institute - The Links, Inc. September 2010 - August 2014
Kansas Board of Regents July 2010 - June 2014
Harvard Kennedy School Executive Education May 2014 - May 2014
Skills
Community Mobilization, Strategic Planning, Capacity Building, Program Development, Analysis, Coalition Development, Non-profits, Higher Education, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Nonprofits, Community Development, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Event Planning, Training, Leadership Development, Public Speaking, Qualitative Research, Grants, Program Management, Policy, Board Development, Project Planning, Community Outreach, Management, Social Services, Fundraising, Public Policy, Treatment, Healthcare, Adult Education, Staff Development, Strategy, Workshop Facilitation
Education
Wichita State University 2000 — 2008
Ph.D., Community Psychology
Wichita State University 1996 — 1999
MPH, Master of Public Health
Wichita State University 1981 — 1996
Bachelor of Science, Health Care Administration
Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government
Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government
Westar Energy April 2013 - Present
US Census Bureau May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Prezi, Communication, Leadership, Management, Marketing, Real Estate, AutoCAD, Macromedia Fireworks, Social Media Marketing
Education
Washburn University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Management, Marketing, 3.8 GPA
Hutchinson Community College 2009 — 2011
Abilene High School
High Touch Technologies September 2014 - Present
Dynamic Computer Solutions of Topeka, Inc. October 2011 - September 2014
Layne Christensen November 2008 - March 2010
Westar Energy July 2003 - October 2008
Fidelity National Information Services April 2003 - July 2003
Huhtamaki July 2002 - November 2002
Skills
Aruba Wireless, ShoreTel, Microsoft Technologies, Windows, Lotus Notes, Windows Server, Network Administration, SQL, Blackberry, BMC Remedy, HP, Novell, PeopleSoft, Software Installation, Active Directory, Windows 7, Troubleshooting, Technical Support, Microsoft Exchange, Networking
Education
Washburn University 2010 — 2012
BA, Business Managment
Johnson County Community College 2002 — 2003
AAS, Information Technology
University of Kansas 1999 — 2001
Westar Energy June 2015 - Present
Westar Energy April 2011 - Present
Xcel Energy January 2008 - April 2011
Westar Energy September 2004 - January 2008
Skills
Energy, Sustainability, Conservation Biology, Public Speaking, Renewable Energy, Sustainable Business, Environmental Awareness, Energy Policy, Environmental Consulting, Wind, Project Planning, Program Management, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Smart Grid, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Compliance, Air Quality, Leadership Development, Electric Power, Power Generation, Power Plants, Power Systems, Natural Gas, Public Relations, Analysis, Management, Leadership, Demand Response, Gas, Construction, Energy Management, Instrumentation, Power Distribution, Customer Service
Education
Fort Hays State University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Environmental Studies
Leavenworth-Jefferson electric cooperative April 2014 - Present
Westar Energy June 2009 - April 2014
Westar Energy June 2009 - June 2010
Westar Energy October 2007 - June 2009
Westar Energy June 2002 - June 2008
Westar Energy November 1998 - April 2003
Quaker oats March 1992 - November 1998
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Sales, Leadership, Training, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Electricians, Power Plants, Energy, Maintenance Management, Power Generation, Electric Power
Education
Johnson County Community College
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Independent Communication Professional 2015 - Present
STEEL & PIPE SUPPLY December 2014 - July 2015
Westar Energy August 2008 - October 2014
Office of the Kansas Securities Commissioner January 2005 - August 2008
Kansas Electric Cooperatives 2003 - 2005
Tobacco Free Kansas Coalition 2002 - 2003
S&W Supply Company January 2001 - June 2002
Star Printing September 1998 - January 2001
Walmart May 1997 - October 1998
Excel Corporation June 1990 - December 1996
Skills
Writing, Photography, Graphic Design, Public Speaking, Brochures, Editing, Photoshop, InDesign, Retouching, Layout, Video Editing, Journalism, Digital Photography, Event Planning, Photo Editing, Portraits, Public Relations, Copy Editing, Press Releases, Media Relations, Teaching, Newsletters, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Strategic Communications, Crisis Communications, Communications Planning, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Copywriting, Internal & External..., Ap Style, News Writing, Speech Writing, Publications, Communication Training, Spokesperson, Reputation Management, Organizational..., Event Management, Newsletter Production, Public Affairs, Web Content, Online Communications, Change Communications, Web Editing, Presentation Development, Message Development, Executive..., Marketing Strategy
Education
Fort Hays State University 1999 — 2001
MS, Communication
Fort Hays State University 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication
Dodge City Community College 1994 — 1996
AA, Communication
Westar Energy September 2011 - Present
Skills
Call Centers, Troubleshooting, Process Improvement, Software Documentation, Supervisory Skills, Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership, Quality Assurance, Analysis, Training, Customer Service, Business Analysis, Leadership, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Energy
Education
Friends University
Bachelor of Arts
Westar Energy August 2011 - Present
Westar Energy January 2006 - August 2011
Kansas Department of Labor May 2005 - January 2006
Payless ShoeSource December 1999 - May 2005
Interstate Brands Corporation March 1982 - December 1996
Skills
Java, COBOL, Web Services, DB2, Oracle, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Enterprise Architecture, Databases, Requirements Analysis, SDLC, Visual Basic, PL/SQL, Rational Software..., Rational Team Concert, Rational Quality Manager, Visio, Integration, Business Analysis, Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Analysis, Software Documentation, Business Process
Education
Emporia State University 1997 — 1999
BS in Business, Computer Information Systems, 4.0
AIB 1992 — 1993
Westar Energy February 2011 - Present
Freedom Enterprises LLC February 2004 - Present
Anderson Financial September 2005 - October 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office..., Leadership, Great communications..., Customer Satisfaction, Team Leadership, Positive Team Player, Entrepreneurship, Motivated self-starter, High Performance Teams, Organizational..., Labor Relations, Invoicing, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Quality Assurance, Account Management, Financial Accounting, Management, Process Improvement, Leadership Development, Call Centers, Coaching, Program Management
Education
Friends University 2010 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration and Management, General, 3.5
Southeast High School 1995 — 1998
Northern Natural Gas May 2014 - Present
Westar Energy March 2003 - August 2014
Sedgwick County Sheriff Dept 1999 - 2003
Vulcan Materials Company 1992 - 1999
Skills
Supervisory Skills, Analysis, Management, Enforcement, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Operations Management, Policy, Team Building, Process Improvement, Investigation, Physical Security, Teamwork, Security, Leadership Development, Government, Coaching, Continuous Improvement, Business Process..., Project Management, Public Relations, Change Management, AutoCAD, Manufacturing, •Plant Operations,..., Troubleshooting, Private Investigations, Leadership, NERC, Contract Negotiation
Education
Attending Friends University 2007 — 2016
Bachelor's degree, Buisness Management
Friends University 1998 — 2014
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Wichita sedgwick county law enforcement training center 1999 — 1999
State Certified law Enforcement, Kansas Law Enforcement Certification
Westar Energy
Skills
Energy, Smart Grid, Power Generation, Energy Markets, Commodity Markets, Power Plants, Electricity Markets, Nuclear, Renewable Energy, Business Process..., Natural Gas, Process Improvement, Energy Management, Power Systems, Wind, Leadership, Project Planning, Customer Service, Program Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Project Management
Education
Leadership Wichita 2013! 2013 — 2013
Great friends, Great Eperience!
Friends University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Bishop Carroll High School 1980 — 1983
Graduate
MidAmerican Energy Company August 2013 - Present
Westar Energy July 2011 - August 2013
MidAmerican Energy Company June 2006 - July 2011
MidAmerican Energy Company May 2002 - June 2006
Skills
Power Plants, Electricians, Construction, Substation, Management, Coal, Power Generation, Electric Power, Power Systems, Electrical Engineering, Power Distribution, Energy, Engineering, Project Engineering, Electricity, NERC, High Voltage, Instrumentation, Energy Management, Turbines, Gas Turbines, Factory, Power Transmission, DCS, Boilers, Steam, SCADA
Education
Iowa State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical Engineering, 3.094
University of Maine 1999 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical Engineering, 3.1
Northeast Iowa Community College-Calmar 1994 — 1996
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Industrial Electrician, 3.95
Westar Energy December 2005 - Present
Westar Energy March 1998 - December 2005
Westar Energy March 1995 - March 1998
Westar Energy June 1992 - March 1995
Westar Energy August 1989 - June 1992
US Army June 1984 - July 1988
Skills
Business Process..., Visio, MS Project, Energy, Process Improvement, Standards Development, Change Management, Program Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, WordPress, SharePoint, Tableau, Strategic Planning, Key Performance..., Welding, Plasma Cutting, Electric Power, Electricity, Management, Analysis, Business Analysis, Microsoft Project, Contract Management, Engineering
Education
Friends University 1996 — 2000
Bachelors of Science, Computer Information Systems
Washburn Institute of Technology 1982 — 1984
Automobile Technologies
Westar Energy May 2015 - Present
Center for Remote Sensing of Ice Sheets December 2012 - Present
US Navy Reserve October 2012 - September 2015
United States Navy August 2007 - March 2012
Skills
Flights, Aviation, Security Clearance, Radar, Military Operations, DoD, Team Leadership, Defense, Military, Information Assurance, Military Experience, Intelligence Analysis, National Security, UAV, Organizational..., Navy
Education
University of Kansas 2012 — 2016
Electrical Engineering
United States Navy 2006 — 2012
Service Related Training
Johnson County Community College 2003 — 2005
Associates Degree, Liberal Arts
Omaha Public Power District June 2015 - Present
Westar Energy October 2013 - May 2015
Omaha Public Power District June 2009 - October 2013
Omaha Public Power District July 2008 - June 2009
Omaha Public Power District March 2007 - July 2008
OGE Energy Corp May 2005 - March 2007
OGE Energy Corp June 2004 - May 2005
OGE Energy Corp June 2002 - June 2004
Skills
Smart Grid, Electrical Engineering, Energy, Planning, Strategic Planning, NERC, Power Distribution, Power Systems, Utility Industry, Electric Utility, Project Planning, Power Engineering, Electric Power, Project Engineering, Engineering, Substation, Process Improvement
Education
University of Nebraska at Omaha 2011 — 2012
Executive MBA, GPA: 4.0
Kansas State University 2005 — 2011
M.S., Electrical Engineering, GPA: 3.9
University of Missouri-Rolla 1997 — 2002
Bachelor of Science, Electrical Engineering
Westar Energy November 2012 - Present
Wolf Creek Nuclear Operating Corporation November 1999 - November 2012
Skills
Oracle, SharePoint, Testing, Visual Basic, Visio, Software Documentation, VB.NET, Process Improvement, PL/SQL, Business Analysis, Crystal Reports, Oracle Reports, MS Project, Nuclear, Change Management, Maximo, Troubleshooting, Visual Studio, .NET, ASP.NET, Oracle Forms, Oracle PL/SQL..., Oracle Application..., Oracle SQL, Business Objects, Business Objects Data..., JavaScript, HTML/XML, Microsoft Office, IIS, Systems Analysis, Business Requirements
Education
Emporia State University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Science, Computer/Information Technology Administration and Management
City of Topeka December 2012 - Present
Westar Energy 2002 - 2012
Skills
Labor Relations, Succession Planning, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, FMLA, Management, Human Resources, Employee Benefits, Program Management, Benefits Administration, Workforce Planning, Process Improvement, Leadership
Education
Friends University 2004 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Business Management
Sprint April 2014 - Present
Westar Energy September 2010 - April 2014
SMG November 2007 - May 2010
Sprint July 2006 - November 2007
George S. May International 2006 - 2006
Skills
Organizational..., Talent Management, Succession Planning, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Selection, Training & Development, Employment Law, Change Management, Executive Coaching, Management Consulting, Management, Leadership, Performance Management, Training, Employee Training, Employee Engagement, Coaching, Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., Workforce Planning, Competency Modeling, Deferred Compensation, Interviews, Analysis, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Program Management, Job Analysis, Organizational Design, Personnel Management, Employee Relations, Six Sigma, Culture Change, HR Consulting, Onboarding, Career Development, Assessment Center, 360 Feedback, Talent Acquisition, Management Development, HRIS, Vendor Management, Strategic Sourcing, Shared Services, Project Planning
Education
Emporia State University
Master of Science, Industrial/Organizational Psychology
University of Missouri-Kansas City
Bachelor of Arts, Psychology and Communications
William Howard Taft University
Juris Doctor, Law
Westar Energy October 2014 - Present
Federal Home Loan Bank Topeka January 2013 - October 2014
Kansas Department of Transportation, Office of Information Technology Services June 2011 - January 2013
State of Kansas June 2010 - January 2013
Kansas Department of Administration January 2009 - June 2010
Kansas Department of Revenue December 2003 - January 2009
Skills
Database Modeling, ETL, Business Intelligence, PeopleSoft, OBIEE, Data Warehousing, SQL, Crystal Reports, Oracle, Databases, Business Analysis, SharePoint, Data Analysis, Access, PeopleTools, SQR, Financials, Microsoft SQL Server, SSIS, Webi, ODI, Datastage, Data lineage, Cognos Framework, Cognos, BIDS, T-SQL, Data Modeling, Database Design, Dashboard, Software Documentation, Analysis, Business Intelligence..., Performance Tuning, Requirements Analysis, Data Marts, Data Governance, Data Architecture, Business Objects, PL/SQL, Software Project..., Project Planning, Testing, Enterprise Architecture, Management, Agile Methodologies, Analytics, IT Strategy, CRM, Master Data Management
Education
University of Kansas 2008 — 2009
Certificate, Public Management
Washburn University 2002 — 2005
Masters, Management
Washburn University 1998 — 2001
Bachelors, Finance and Management
Johnson County Community College 1995 — 1998
Associates, Liberal Arts
Cox Communications July 2013 - December 2014
InfoSync Services January 2013 - July 2013
Youthville July 2012 - January 2013
Via Christi Health July 2011 - July 2012
Westar Energy January 2006 - July 2011
Skills
Cashiering, 10 Key, Typing, Data Entry, Customer Service, Organization, Communication, Bulk Mailing, Mailing Lists, Mass Mailing, Special Event, Collections, Phone Skills, Phone Etiquette, Donor Solicitation, PowerPoint, Telephone Skills, Employee Benefits, Payroll, Invoicing, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Word
Education
Friends University 2011 — 2016
Bachelor of Science, Human Resources Management and Services
Heights High School 2001 — 2004
Hewlett-Packard February 2015 - Present
Fidelity Bank PLC June 2014 - November 2014
Press Ganey Associates June 2013 - August 2013
Westar Energy February 2009 - August 2012
Westar Energy March 2008 - February 2009
Via Christi Health November 2004 - February 2008
Wal-Mart Stores Inc July 2003 - November 2004
Skills
Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Teamwork, Strategy, Process Improvement, Quality Assurance, Microsoft Office, Financial Analysis, Analysis, Data Analysis, Microsoft Visio, Competitive Analysis, Motivated self-starter, Project Planning, Team Management, Problem Solving, MS Access, Microsoft Project, Business Process, Quality Management, Resource Management, Hootsuite, Software Development..., Agile & Waterfall..., ASAP, PWA, Project Portfolio..., Change Management, Management Consulting, Project Coordination, SharePoint, CRM, SAP Implementation, Operations Management
Education
University of Notre Dame 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration, Business Leadership
Friends University 2006 — 2007
Bachelors of Science, Biology
Westar Energy August 2013 - Present
Kansas Police and Fire Athletic Association June 2007 - Present
Skills
Fundraising, Public Relations, Event Planning, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Fitness, Media Relations, Event Management, Strategic Planning, Wellness, Training, Nonprofits, Program Development, Community Outreach, Leadership Development, Teaching, Research, Coaching, Team Building, Social Networking
Education
Friends University 2011 — 2013
MA, Global Leadership Management
Wichita State University
BA Fitness Education, Health, Wellness, Nutrition
Republic Airways Holdings, Inc. PilotAtlantic Coast AirlinesJanuary 2002 - January 2003
Storm Aviation January 2000 - January 2002
Federal Reserve System January 1995 - December 2000
Airline Transport Professionals January 2000 - January 2000
FPL January 1988 - December 1995
Westar Energy January 1986 - 1988
Education
DePaul University - Charles H. Kellstadt Graduate School of Business 1999 — 2001
MBA, Entrepreneurship
Kansas State University 1982 — 1986
BSEE
Westar Energy July 2011 - Present
Westar Energy June 2007 - July 2011
Westar Energy March 2003 - June 2007
Skills
Analysis, Engineering, Microsoft Office, Energy, Project Planning, Supervisory Skills, Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Renewable Energy, Natural Gas, Strategic Planning, Energy Management, Power Generation, PowerPoint, Software Documentation, Contract Management, Electric Power
Education
Baker University 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General
Washburn University 2001 — 2005
Business Administration, Emphasis in Finance
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University 1999 — 2001
Associate, Aviation Maintenance Technology
Westar Energy December 2012 - Present
Westar Energy November 2000 - December 2012
Skills
Energy, Event Management, Operations Management, Account Management, Accounting, Performance Management, Customer Satisfaction, Project Management, Project Planning, Advertising, Power Generation, Continuous Improvement, Sales, Customer Service, Smart Grid, Succession Planning, Business Process..., Process Improvement, Visio, Program Management, Power Plants, Contract Negotiation, Electricians, Management, Power Systems, Renewable Energy, Research
Education
WSU - CMD - Leadership Elite 2013 — 2013
Friends University 2011 — 2013
Bachelor of Business Management, Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Westar Energy March 2010 - Present
Westar Energy August 2008 - March 2010
Westar Energy November 1984 - August 2008
Skills
Succession Planning, Deferred Compensation, Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Performance Management, Personnel Management, Talent Management, Labor Relations, Recruiting, FMLA, Sickness Absence..., Workforce Planning, Onboarding, HRIS, Benefits Administration, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Employment Law, PeopleSoft, Human Resources, Temporary Placement
Education
Friends University 2000 — 2002
Bachelor's, Organizational Management and Leadership
Westar Energy March 2013 - Present
Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis January 2011 - December 2012
University of Memphis Herff College of Engineering March 2009 - December 2010
The University of Memphis February 2007 - August 2010
Skills
Fluent in English and..., Matlab, Linux, Visual Basic, Java, C#, Pspice, Testing, Troubleshooting, JavaScript, ASP.NET
Education
Indiana University-Purdue University at Indianapolis 2011 — 2012
M.S. in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Electrical and Computer Engineering
The University of Memphis 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Computer Engineering
The University of Memphis 2007 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Electrical Engineering
Westar Energy December 2014 - Present
Security Benefit Corporation May 2006 - November 2014
CitiMortgage June 2005 - May 2006
GE Insurance Solutions May 2002 - July 2005
NKH&W November 2000 - May 2002
Pepper & Associates April 2000 - October 2000
Argus Health Systems, Inc. February 1995 - April 2000
Skills
Marketing Communications, Integrated Marketing, Market Research, Brand Development, Competitive Analysis, Strategy, Advertising, Newsletters, CRM, Brand Management, Leadership, Marketing, Management, Direct Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Lead Generation, Online Marketing
Education
University of Kansas 1999 — 2001
MBA
Dallas Theological Seminary 1985 — 1989
ThM
University of Texas at Austin 1980 — 1986
BA
Westar Energy March 1976 - Present
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Event Planning, Corporate Communications, Microsoft Excel, Team Building, Outlook, Energy, Microsoft Word, Administrative..., Event Management, Customer Service, Project Planning, Budgets, Supervisory Skills, Visio
Education
Friends University 1999 — 2000
Associates, General Studies
Westar Energy August 2006 - October 2014
Westar Energy April 2004 - August 2006
Skills
Process Improvement, Troubleshooting, Media Relations, Software Documentation, Visio, Corporate Communications, MS Project, Business Analysis, Team Building, SharePoint, Windows, Change Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, SAP, Project Planning, Leadership, Program Management, Microsoft Project, Access, Energy, Strategic Planning
Education
Friends University 2005 — 2007
Master of Science, Management Information Systems
Friends University 2003 — 2005
Bachelor of Science, E-Commerce Management
Conway Freight in Fort Worth Independent Beauty ConsultantMaryKay CosmeticsJuly 2011 - 2012
Kansas Dental Association September 2004 - November 2005
Westar Energy December 1999 - June 2004
Skills
Phone Skills, Typin, 10 Key
Education
Wichita Technical Institute 2009 — 2010
Medical Billing and Coding
Highland Community College 1987 — 1988
Westar Energy 2015 - Present
Wells Fargo March 2007 - February 2015
Education
Friends University
Master's degree
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Westar Energy March 2001 - Present
Westar Energy October 1992 - March 2001
State of Alaska January 1986 - September 1991
Skills
NERC, Energy Markets, Electricity Markets, Commodity Markets, Energy, Electric Power, Natural Gas, Smart Grid, Power Generation, Renewable Energy, Regulatory Analysis, Regulatory Agencies, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Requirements, Risk Management, Software Documentation, Commodity, Contract Management, Environmental Awareness, Contract Negotiation
Education
Washburn University 1991 — 1993
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Business/Management
Emporia State University 1969 — 1971
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting and Business/Management
Westar Energy May 2015 - Present
Lowe's Companies, Inc. December 2014 - May 2015
Goodwill of Western Missouri & Eastern Kansas March 2008 - December 2014
Skills
Retail, Training, Team Building, Customer Service, Leadership, Management, Time Management, Loss Prevention, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Public Speaking, Coaching
Education
The University of Kansas 2014 — 2016
BS, Accounting
Johnson County Community College 2012 — 2014
AS, General Sciences
Westar Energy December 2014 - Present
Westar Energy July 2003 - December 2014
Westar Energy October 2000 - July 2003
Teletech, Inc June 2000 - October 2000
Atchison County Community Middle School September 1997 - June 2000
Oskaloosa Middle School September 1994 - August 1997
Oskaloosa Middle School September 1993 - August 1994
Skills
Leadership, Troubleshooting, Negotiation, Project Planning, Analysis, Contract Negotiation, Customer Service, Business Process..., Relationship Builder..., Telecommunications, Call Center, Six Sigma, Program Management, Lean Six Sigma White..., Transformational..., Diversity, Inter-personal, Customer Experience, NERC, Call Centers, Business Energy..., Building Operator..., Coaching, Electric Power, Customer Satisfaction, Relationship Management, Vendor Relationships, Long-term Customer..., Process Improvement, Leadership Elite - 2010, Leadership Westar - 2008, Diversity Champions -..., Energy, Management
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1989 — 1993
BA, Social Studies Education
Topeka Technical College 2000 — 2001
Computer Networking
Emporia State University
Ottawa University
Ottawa University
North Carolina State University
Johnson County Community College
PricewaterhouseCoopers May 2010 - Present
555 Condominium February 2011 - Present
PricewaterhouseCoopers February 2008 - May 2010
Credit Suisse, Investment Banking, Media Telecom & M&A August 2005 - November 2007
Credit Suisse June 2004 - August 2004
Westar Energy October 2000 - June 2003
Westar Capital / Protection One June 1999 - October 2000
Skills
Strategy, Business Strategy, Mergers & Acquisitions, Due Diligence, Corporate Finance, Valuation, Finance, Strategic Financial..., Financial Structuring, Financial Modeling, Financial Analysis, Investments, Investment Banking, Corporate Development, Business Valuation, Acquisitions, LBO, M&A experience, Leveraged Finance, Analysis, Accounting, Banking
Education
Georgetown University 2003 — 2005
MBA, Strategy & Finance
Washburn University 1995 — 1999
BBA, Finance & Accounting
Washburn Rural High School 1990 — 1995
diploma
Westar Energy May 2015 - August 2015
Rochester Cemetery May 2012 - August 2014
Skills
Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Time Management, Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, GIS systems, Project Management, Facebook, Critical Thinking, Teamwork, Environmental Awareness, Communication
Education
Fort Hays State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biodiversity and Conservation Biology
Westar Energy November 2014 - Present
Waddell & Reed October 2012 - Present
General Dynamics Information Technology May 2001 - October 2012
Sallie Mae Loan Servicing July 1999 - March 2001
Other June 1999 - July 1999
Skills
Software Configuration..., Configuration Management, SDLC, Software Documentation, Change Management, Process Improvement, Information Technology, Training, Quality Assurance, Agile Methodologies, Information Management, End User Training, Foreign Languages, System Administration, Technical Documentation, Visual Arts, Microsoft Office, Technical Support, Team Leadership, Mixed Media, Found Objects, Fiber Arts, Shibori, Enamel, Silversmithing, PMC, Ceramic Sculpture, Fused Glass, CMMI, Business Analysis, Program Management, Project Management, SharePoint, Software Development
Education
University of Kansas 1990 — 1993
Bachelor's degree, Environmental Studies
Kansas City Kansas Community College 1982 — 1986
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, Cum Laude
Nolan Real Estate Services April 2015 - Present
Westar Energy March 2009 - April 2015
Erickson Retirement Communities 2006 - January 2009
JE Dunn Construction 2001 - 2006
Black & Veatch 1992 - 2000
Skills
Construction, Construction Management, Contract Management, Project Planning, Power Plants, MS Project, Structural Engineering, Project Management, Project Team Management, Capital Projects, Multi Family Properties, Commercial Construction, Budgeting & Forecasting, Capital Budgeting, Civil Engineering, Project Scope..., Bidding Process, Contractor Management, Contractor Selection, Retirement Communities, P.Eng, Project Delivery, Client Relations
Education
The University of Kansas
Master of Science (M.S.), Civil Engineering
Kansas State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Architectural Engineering
Westar Energy June 2015 - Present
Westar Energy March 2012 - Present
Westar Energy August 2004 - March 2012
Westar Energy March 2003 - August 2004
Skills
Energy, Customer Service, Team Building, Customer Experience, Business Analysis, Training, Public Relations, Coaching, Event Planning
Education
Friends University
Spoon River College
Barb and Grandkids November 2012 - Present
Fellowship Bible Church Topeka KS 2012 - 2014
Westar Energy April 2009 - November 2012
Westar Energy October 1986 - April 2009
Skills
Visio, Microsoft Excel, Leadership
Education
Friends University 2006 — 2011
Organizational Management and Leadership, Cum Laude Graduate
Westar Energy August 2014 - Present
Hospira March 2014 - August 2014
Hospira February 2013 - March 2014
Sunflower Bank June 2011 - February 2013
Sunflower Bank June 2009 - June 2011
Skills
Customer Service, Leadership, Management, Employee Training, Time Management, Analysis, Sales, Finance, Training, Banking, Accounts Payable, Auditing, Software Documentation, Quality Assurance, Budgets, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Credit, Pharmaceutical Industry, Access, Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Kansas State University 2007 — 2011
BS, Technology Management, Minor in Business
Westar Energy August 2015 - Present
Transitioning Military June 2015 - Present
Army Medical Recruiting Command June 2013 - May 2015
Oklahoma City Army Recruiting Battalion June 2010 - May 2013
Kansas City Army Recruiting Battalion December 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Military Experience, Army, Recruitment Training, Security Clearance, Organizational..., Leadership Development, Training Delivery, Training Management, Training, Personnel Supervision, Instructor-led Training, Personnel Management, Counterterrorism, Employee Training, Active DoD Secret..., Physical Security, Military Logistics, Military Training, Military Operations, Marksmanship, Military Liaison, Force Protection, Exercises, Military, Information Assurance, Operational Planning, Recruiting, DoD, Defense, Tactics, Command, Intelligence Analysis, Top Secret
Education
University of Pennsylvania 2013 — 2013
Psychology, Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Grantham University
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), General Studies
Cognosante May 2013 - Present
Cognosante December 2011 - Present
Cognosante August 2008 - February 2013
EDS 2004 - August 2008
EDS 2002 - 2004
EDS 2002 - 2004
Payless ShoeSource 2000 - 2002
Westar Energy 1999 - 2000
GTE Data Services 1995 - 1999
EDS 1990 - 1995
Skills
Software Project..., Business Analysis, Problem Solving, Risk Management, Issues Management, Medicaid, Independent..., Independent..., Business Process..., Process Improvement, Integration, Public Relations, CRM, PMP, Software Documentation, Program Management, Quality Assurance, Business Process, Requirements Analysis, Management, Analysis, Testing, Project Planning, Requirements Gathering, Visio, Proposal Writing, PMO, SDLC, Leadership, Training, Project Management
Education
Friends University
Bachelor of Science, Computer Information Systems
Westar Energy September 2013 - Present
US Navy May 2010 - July 2013
US Navy February 2009 - April 2010
US Navy January 2008 - February 2009
US Navy May 2007 - December 2007
US Navy March 2005 - March 2007
US Navy June 2002 - February 2005
US Navy August 1999 - May 2002
Skills
Navy, Military, Security Clearance, DoD, Nuclear, Military Experience, Nuclear Engineering, Military Operations, Command, Reactor, Force Protection, Operational Planning, National Security, Electronic Warfare, Top Secret, Weapons, Maintenance Management, Personnel Supervision, Organizational..., Intelligence Analysis, Readiness, Team Building, Leadership, Inspection, Submarines, Systems Engineering, Maintenance & Repair, Defense, Electricians, Information Assurance, Military Training, Preventive Maintenance
Education
DeVry University 2010 — 2012
Navy Nuclear Power School 1989 — 1989
Kansas State University July 2013 - Present
Westar Energy May 2015 - August 2015
Best Buy August 2013 - February 2015
Siemens Wind Power June 2014 - August 2014
Kansas State University August 2012 - December 2013
iTech Doctor Technology Repair August 2011 - December 2013
Automatic Systems, Inc. June 2011 - August 2011
Sonic Drive-In July 2009 - September 2010
Skills
Engineering, Leadership, Microsoft Office, Matlab, AutoCAD, Teamwork, HTML, Research, Public Speaking, Electronics, Solidworks, PLC, Programming, C++, Python, C, Java, VBA, OPL, C#, VHDL, Web Design, CAD/CAM Software, Project Planning, Hand Drafting, Visual Studio, Creative Problem Solving, Statistics, Minitab, Visio, Continuous Improvement, Technical Writing, Autodesk Inventor, Process Improvement, Access
Education
Kansas State University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Electrical and Industrial Engineering
Blue Valley North High School 2007 — 2011
Westar Energy May 2014 - Present
Westar Energy January 2013 - May 2014
Westar Energy February 2010 - January 2013
Air Products and Chemicals December 2008 - February 2010
ExxonMobil April 2007 - December 2008
US Navy August 2001 - December 2006
Skills
Employee Engagement, Energy, Team Motivation, Power Generation, Project Planning, Engineering, Leadership, Factory, Power Plants, Process Improvement, Nuclear, Program Management, Instrumentation, Gas, Team Building, Public Speaking, Management, Environmental Awareness, Gas Turbines, Training, Preventive Maintenance, Root Cause Analysis, Natural Gas, Electricity, Electricians, Safety Management..., Inspiration, Contract Management, Project Management, Supervisory Skills, Customer Service, Smart Grid, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Renewable Energy, Chemistry, Maintenance, Nuclear Engineering, Morale, Electric Power, Maintenance Management, Cross Functional Team..., Employee Relations, Troubleshooting, Business Process..., Team Leadership, Analysis, Inspection, Construction, Teamwork
Education
Friends University 2013 — 2015
Masters business administration, Business Administration and Management, General, 3.8
Thomas Edison State College 2009 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Nuclear Engineering
Navy nuclear power training command 2003 — 2004
Certified, Nuclear Engineering Technology/Technician
Wal Mart Corporation April 2015 - Present
TD July 2012 - April 2015
GEPIK Teachers October 2009 - March 2012
PepsiCo June 2007 - September 2009
Westar Energy July 2004 - June 2007
Skills
Training, Human Resources, Recruiting, Leadership, Management, Payroll, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Policy, HR Policies, New Hire Orientations, Teamwork, Banking, Administrative..., ADP Payroll, Accounting, Databases, English, Foreign Languages, Lesson Planning, Call Centers, Customer Service, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Analysis, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Experience, Vendor Management
Education
Friends University 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Cowley County Community College 2001 — 2003
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), American Sign Language (ASL)
Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation 2009 - Present
Westar Energy 2010 - 2012
Office Max 2008 - 2009
Best Buy 2006 - 2008
Real-Tech Computers 2004 - 2006
Skills
Operating Systems, Network Administration, Information Technology, Computer Hardware, Windows Server, TCP/IP, DHCP, DNS Management, LAN-WAN, Windows 8, Windows 7, Windows Vista, Windows XP, Firewalls, Routers
Education
Friends University 2010 — 2015
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Washburn University 2011 — 2011
Certificate, Organizational Leadership
Westar Energy July 2014 - Present
Hill's Pet Nutrition March 2011 - July 2014
Philips Lighting October 2005 - March 2011
Boeing / Spirit Aerosystems July 1997 - October 2005
Skills
Microsoft Office, SAP APO, SAP R/3, Six Sigma Black Belt, APICS CPIM, Continuous Improvement, Value Stream Mapping, Six Sigma, Supply Chain, Lean Manufacturing, Materials Management, Demand Planning, APICS, SAP, CPIM, Supply Chain Management, Supply Chain...
Education
Newman University 1999 — 2001
Master's degree, Organizational Leadership
Fort Hays State University 1982 — 1985
Bachelor's degree, Business Management
Kansas Office of the State Fire Marshal August 2013 - Present
Kansas Department of Agriculture July 2012 - August 2013
Kansas Department of Revenue February 2005 - June 2012
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas March 2002 - February 2005
Westar Energy May 2001 - November 2001
Birch Communications 1997 - 2001
Skills
Data Analysis, Analysis, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Project Planning, T-SQL, COBOL, SSRS, SSIS, DB2
Education
Emporia State University 1993 — 2001
Bachelor of Science in Business (BSB), Computer Information Systems
Westar Energy September 2014 - Present
Montgomery Door Controls July 2013 - September 2014
IMG Learfield Ticket Solutions October 2012 - April 2013
Omaha Storm Chasers January 2012 - September 2012
Skills
Customer Service, Self-driven, Self-confidence, Sports, Ticket Sales, Sports Marketing, Event Planning, Event Management, Public Relations, Social Media, Public Speaking, Sales, Social Media Marketing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Sports Management, Marketing, Facebook, Social Networking
Education
University of North Alabama 2009 — 2011
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Marketing
Kansas City Kansas Community College 2007 — 2009
Associate's degree, General Studies
Westar Energy July 2013 - Present
Westar Energy January 2005 - July 2013
Westar Energy October 1992 - August 2001
Skills
Energy, Commodity Markets, Visio, Process Improvement, Business Process..., Troubleshooting, Software Documentation, Program Management, Project Planning, MS Project, Business Analysis, Change Management
Education
Friends University 1999 — 2001
BS, Computer Information Systems
Emporia State University 1979 — 1983
Psychology
Westar Energy July 2008 - Present
Westar Energy November 2005 - Present
Education
Friends University 2008 — 2010
OML, Buisness
NHHS
Westar Energy February 2011 - Present
Midway Electric November 2010 - April 2011
Skills
Power Generation, Power Plants, Electric Power, Electricians, Energy, Troubleshooting, High Voltage, Preventive Maintenance, Energy Management, Electricity, Instrumentation, PLC
Education
Kansas State University 2003 — 2008
Kansas City Kansas Community College
Cerner Corporation July 2013 - Present
ScriptPro February 2013 - July 2013
CCH, a Wolters Kluwer business August 2012 - February 2013
Westar Energy September 2008 - July 2012
Skills
NERC, Leadership, Call Center, Customer Service, User Interface Design, User Experience, User Acceptance Testing, Project Management, Project Planning, Team Leadership, Mobile Design, Testing, Leading Diverse Teams, Office 2010, Lotus Notes, SaaS, ProSystem fx Tax, SDLC, Access, Database Design, Website Development, .NET, Visio, Visual Basic, MS Project, Outlook, Network Design, Technical Standards, Standards Compliance, Communication Skills, Decision Support, Analysis, Software Development, Team Building, Close Attention to..., Problem Solving, CSS, Systems Analysis, Software Documentation, Technical Support, SharePoint, SQL, Microsoft SQL Server, Integration, System Testing, System Deployment, Cerner CCL, FSI, Systems Engineering
Education
Friends University 2010 — 2012
BS, Computer Information Systems
Kansas State University 2006 — 2009
AS, Business Administration, Management and Operations
Junction City High School 2002 — 2006
UMB Bank August 2012 - Present
Westar Energy November 2011 - May 2012
Cerner Corporation September 2007 - May 2011
US Army May 2004 - September 2005
Indiana Army National Guard July 2000 - May 2004
Skills
Unix, AIX, HP-UX, VMS, Red Hat Linux, Windows Server 2003, DHCP, DNS, SSH, IPSec, VPN, Bash, Ksh, Oracle, Oracle RAC, WebSphere Application..., Cerner Millennium, Citrix, Active Directory, Websphere MQ, Microsoft Office, Veritas Cluster Server, Solaris Zones
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2006 — 2007
Masters of Science, Information Systems
Indiana State University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Management Information Systems
Kansas City Power & Light November 2004 - Present
MDU July 2002 - July 2004
Westar Energy July 1998 - January 2002
Westar Energy March 1995 - July 1998
Westar Energy October 1992 - March 1995
Skills
AutoCAD, Electrical, Inspection, GIS, Permitting, Microsoft Office, Engineering, Planning, Word, Project Planning, Coaching, Analysis, Documentation, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Energy, Customer Service, CAD, Electricians, Power Distribution, Project Management, Contract Management, Electricity, Electric Power, Software Documentation, Wind, Substation, Power Plants, Process Scheduler, Construction
Education
Washburn University 1994 — 1997
Undeclared, General Studies
Fort Hays State University 1976 — 1982
Undeclared, Music - Performing Arts
Asset LifeCycle April 2004 - Present
H&R Block 2002 - 2004
Computer Source Inc 2000 - 2002
Westar Energy 1994 - 2000
Skills
Analysis, Business Process, New Business Development, Business Analysis, Research, Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Business Strategy, Recycling, Business Planning, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Management, Leadership, Account Management
Education
Friends University 1997 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
Washburn University 1994 — 1996
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Legal Studies, General
Veloxity, Inc. November 2012 - Present
PIWorks, Inc. October 2010 - October 2012
AT&T Mobility 2011 - 2012
Deloitte September 2004 - September 2010
Reser's Fine Foods 2002 - 2004
Westar Energy 2000 - 2002
Skills
Security, Telecommunications, ERP, Business Process, Project Planning, Integration, Analysis, Strategy, Business Analysis
Education
University of Kansas - Graduate School of Business 2003 — 2005
MIS, Information Systems
Washburn University 1998 — 1999
MBA, Business
1992 — 1997
BS, Industrial Engineering
Georgia Power Company March 2014 - Present
Westar Energy December 2006 - March 2014
Protection 1 Security Solutions March 2004 - November 2006
Birch Communications June 2003 - January 2004
MCI Phone Service October 2001 - December 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Logistics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Operations Management, Call Centers, PowerPoint, Lotus Notes, Energy, Smart Grid, CSS, Account Management, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Supervisory Skills, Management, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Training, Project Planning, Troubleshooting
Education
Friends University 2007 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Organizational Leadership
Wichita State University 2003 — 2005
Westbrook Technologies August 2006 - Present
COA Solutions (US) 2004 - 2006
Walker Interactive Systems 1998 - 2003
Elevon 1998 - 2003
Western Resources 1987 - 1993
Westar Energy 1987 - 1993
KGE 1987 - 1991
Kansas Gas & Electric 1987 - 1990
Skills
Direct Sales, Enterprise Software, SaaS, Document Management, Process Improvement, Managed Print Services, Document Imaging, Channel Sales, Strategic Partnerships, Team Building, Business Strategy, Account Management, Product Marketing, Strategic Planning, Solution Selling, Salesforce.com, Software Development, Integration, Sales, Business Development, Lead Generation, Requirements Analysis, Pre-sales, Sales Presentations, Enterprise Content..., Software Industry, Business Analysis, Cold Calling, Professional Services, Product Development, Business Intelligence, Software Solution Sales, Sales Management, Team Leadership, Product Management, CRM, Sales Operations, Sales Enablement, Project Management, Channel, Image Capture, Marketing Strategy, B2B, Cloud Computing, Business Process
Education
Friends University
York College 1984 — 1986
AA
Kiewit Procurement September 2014 - Present
Westar Energy / Lawrence Energy Center May 2012 - September 2014
Westar Energy October 2010 - April 2012
George Butler Associates, Inc. (GBA) (Lenexa, KS) 2006 - November 2010
Skills
Civil Engineering, Microstation, AutoCAD, Engineering, Power Generation, Energy, Surveying, Inspection, Construction, CAD, Drainage, Project Planning, Project Engineering, Highways, Concrete, Hydraulics, Power Plants, Water, Sewer, Road, Transportation..., Structural Engineering, Stormwater Management, Erosion Control, Land Development, Traffic Engineering, Construction Management, Municipalities, Synchro, Bridge, Site Development, Factory, Site Plans, Traffic Signal Design, Structural Analysis, Contract Management, ArcGIS, Transportation Planning, Road Traffic, Geopak, Traffic Analysis, MicroStation, Customer Engagement, Customer Service, Project Management
Education
Iowa State University 1987 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Civil Engineering
Iowa State University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Civl Engineering, Civil Engineering
Westar Energy January 2014 - Present
The University of Kansas 2011 - January 2014
State of Kansas July 2007 - January 2011
Office of Governor Kathleen Sebelius 2005 - 2007
Skills
Government, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Legislative Relations, School Boards, Nonprofits, Policy, Fundraising, Community Development, Leadership Development, Political Campaigns, Economic Development, Grants, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Higher Education, Organizational...
Education
University of Kansas
Doctoral Student, Higher Education Administration
University of Kansas
Master of Public Administration (M.P.A.), Public Administration
Friends University
BA, Political Science, History -- Spanish minor
ENGIE April 2014 - Present
ENGIE April 2011 - Present
Global Diversified Investment Trading LLC December 2009 - April 2011
Westar Energy February 2009 - October 2009
Merrill Lynch Commodities Inc. February 2008 - February 2009
Merrill Lynch Commodities Inc. October 2004 - February 2008
ConocoPhillips April 2003 - October 2004
ConocoPhillips October 2002 - April 2003
Duke Energy Corporation December 2001 - October 2002
Skills
Commodity Markets, Energy Markets, Commodity, Natural Gas, Energy, Trading, Hedging, Derivatives, Electricity Markets, Proprietary Trading, Risk Management, Options, Portfolio Management, Power Generation
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 1999 — 2001
Bachelor of Science in Business, Marketing
Westar Energy August 2010 - Present
Westar Energy December 2004 - August 2010
Protection One, Inc. April 2000 - December 2004
Education
Fort Hays State University 1991 — 1995
Florida Power and Light January 2007 - Present
Westar Energy September 2003 - December 2007
Duke Energy April 2002 - September 2003
Degussa November 1986 - April 2002
US Navy August 1978 - August 1986
Education
Friends University 2004 — 2007
MANAGEMENT and LEADERSHIP
Westar Energy June 2009 - Present
New York State Department of Health June 2007 - August 2008
Education
Hofstra University 2003 — 2007
Epson September 2004 - Present
Par 3 and Exeutive Golf 2003 - Present
westar energy 1990 - 2002
Skills
Marketing Management, Product Management, Strategic Planning, Email Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Golf, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Strategic Partnerships, Product Marketing, Project Management, E-commerce, Channel, B2B, Consumer Electronics, Customer Service, Competitive Analysis
Education
Friends University
BS, CIS
Westar Energy December 2010 - Present
Westar Energy December 2010 - August 2012
Compressor Controls Corporation January 2010 - December 2010
Compressor Controls Corporation September 2005 - January 2010
Capstone Search Group July 2003 - August 2005
Adecco May 2002 - June 2003
United States Gypsum Company May 2000 - April 2002
Skills
SPHR, Employee Engagement, Organizational..., Employee Relations, Coaching, Change Management, Performance Management, Talent Management, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Compliance, Succession Planning, Sourcing, Training, Personnel Management, Recruiting, Deferred Compensation, Management, Human Resources
Education
Iowa State University
BS Sociology, MBA, HR Emphasis
Iowa State University
MBA, Specialization in Human Resources
Walmart April 2013 - Present
Child Start Inc. June 2006 - September 2010
Westar Energy June 2001 - October 2005
Raytheon Aircraft February 1997 - February 2002
Wal-Mart April 1992 - October 1995
Payless Cashways February 1983 - October 1990
Skills
Community Outreach, Customer Service, Employee Relations, Leadership Development, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Program Development, Training, Volunteer Management
Education
Friends University 2011 — 2013
MS, Marriage and Family Therapy
Friends University 1998 — 2002
B.S., Organizational Management Leadership, Information Technology Systems
Riley County Kansas August 2014 - Present
Lawrence Memorial Hospital June 2005 - August 2014
Eldon Missouri School District September 2002 - May 2005
Westar Energy February 1989 - July 2002
Unisys 1985 - 1989
Skills
Help Desk Support, Telecommunications, Program Management, Project Management, Troubleshooting, Information Security, Leadership, Healthcare Information..., Process Improvement, Budgets, Software Installation, Information Technology, Strategic Planning
Education
Friends University 2003 — 2004
Management
DeVry Institute of Technology 1982 — 1984
Associate, Electronics
Fellon-McCord & Associates February 2007 - Present
Summit Energy Services, Inc. May 2002 - February 2007
Westar Energy November 1986 - May 2002
Skills
Customer Relations, Energy, Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development, Business Strategy, Contract Negotiations, Negotiation, Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Risk Management, Procurement, Management, Strategy, Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Coaching, Account Management, Customer Service, Sales, Team Building, Operations Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Forecasting, Leadership, Energy Management, Sales Management
Education
Friends University 1985 — 1988
BS, Human Resources Management
Wichita East High School 1981 — 1985
Security Benefit Corporation August 2003 - Present
Westar Energy July 2001 - August 2003
Kansas Department of Commerce 1996 - 2001
Skills
Program Management, Deferred Compensation, Benefits Administration, Incentive Programs, Human Resources, Succession Planning, Payroll, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Employee Relations, Onboarding, HRIS, Leadership Development, Employment Law, Interviews, Leadership, Organizational..., Process Improvement, Workforce Planning
Education
Emporia State University 1982 — 1983
MS, Industrial Psychology
The University of Kansas 1978 — 1982
BA, Psychology
Siemens Energy May 2013 - Present
Westar Energy October 2011 - June 2013
JC Penney Logistics, Lenexa, KS June 2009 - October 2011
Caterpillar Work Tools & Services, Wamego KS. May 2006 - December 2009
Caterpillar Work Tools & Services, Wamego, KS May 2004 - May 2006
Caterpillar Work Tools & Services, Wamego, KS May 2003 - May 2004
Caterpillar Work Tools March 1997 - April 2003
MAMTC 1995 - March 1997
Skills
Project Engineering, Ergonomics, Structured Products, Six Sigma, Time Studies, Cycle Time Reduction, Root Cause Analysis, Reliability Analysis, Weibull Analysis, Asset Managment, Automation, Business Development, Commissioning, Energy, Inspection, Innovation, Kaizen, Leadership, Mathematics, Negotiation, Outsourcing, Problem Solving, Recruiting, Strategic Planning, VoIP, Statistical Modeling, Statistical Tools, Statistical Software, Reliability Engineering, Operations Management, Mathematical Modeling, Mathematical Analysis, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing..., Lean Manufacturing, Operational Excellence, Power Generation, Reliability, Maintenance Management, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Process Engineering, Engineering Management, Preventive Maintenance, 5S, Minitab, Factory, FMEA, Value Stream Mapping, Product Development
Education
Kansas State University 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Science
Hutchinson Community College 1990 — 1993
Associate of Arts (A.A.)
Burrton High School
Westar Energy September 2014 - Present
American Lung Association of Plains-Gulf Region July 2011 - July 2014
HealthWorks INC June 2000 - July 2011
Skills
Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Philanthropy, Board Development, Annual Giving
Education
Emporia State University 1994 — 1999
Health Promotion
Westar Energy August 2000 - Present
Skills
Customer Service, Customer Relations, Change Management, Business Analysis, DB2, Excel, MS Project, SOX, Application Development, Disaster Recovery, Program Management, Process Improvement, Microsoft Excel, Visio, Requirements Analysis, Software Development, SQL, Vendor Management, Software Documentation, Project Planning, Analysis, Business Process..., SharePoint, SDLC, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Business Intelligence, Troubleshooting, Integration
Education
Fort Hays State University 1979 — 1984
Westar Energy Meter ReaderWestar EnergyMay 2004 - Present
Education
Friends University 2008 — 2010
OML, Business
Allen Community College 1998 — 2001
Associates, Business
Kansas Gas Service January 2015 - Present
Kansas Gas Service March 2005 - January 2015
Kansas Gas Service August 1995 - March 2005
Westar Energy 1987 - 1997
Parrish Management Corp. 1986 - 1987
Ryder Truck Rental 1985 - 1986
St. Francis Hospital, Topeka 1984 - 1985
Fleming Companies, Inc. 1979 - 1984
Skills
Contract Management, Change Orders, Proposal Preparation, Access, Excel, PowerPoint, Procurement, Contract Negotiation, Proposal Writing, Microsoft Office, RFP, Contract Negotiations, Outlook, Administration, Microsoft Excel, System Administration, Natural Gas, Process Improvement, Analysis, Energy, Energy Industry, Pipelines, Budgets, Software Documentation, Gas
Education
Friends University 2000 — 2004
BS, Business Management
Clark School of Business 1977 — 1978
General Secretary, Business Office
Westar Energy February 2010 - December 2012
KCPL October 2001 - July 2009
Aquila July 2001 - July 2009
Skills
Payroll, PeopleSoft, Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, HRIS, Auditing, Human Resources, Invoicing, Benefits Administration, Onboarding, Accounts Payable, Recruiting
Education
Johnson County Community College 2007 — 2009
Liberal Arts, Accounting
Westar Energy October 2005 - Present
KS Department of Revenue December 2004 - October 2005
Payless ShoeSource June 2001 - October 2004
Skills
SQL, SDLC, Databases, Visio, Business Analysis, Project Management, Software Documentation, Troubleshooting, Change Management, Requirements Analysis, MS Project, Program Management, Process Improvement, Oracle, Visual Basic, Weblogic, Business Process..., COBOL, DB2, BIRT (Business..., Smart Grid, Utility Industry
Education
Emporia State University 1994 — 2001
BS & MS, CIS/BUA/MGT/MBA
Dynegy December 2011 - March 2014
Westar Energy October 2007 - August 2011
Siemens Energy October 1999 - July 2007
Stewart & Stevenson / GE / Granite December 1997 - October 1999
University Technical Services 1992 - 1997
US Navy - USS Chandler 1984 - 1990
Skills
Gas Turbines, Combined Cycle, Cogeneration, Procedure Creation, Operational Excellence, Plant Maintenance, Steam, Power Plants, Microsoft Office, Troubleshooting, Project Management, Project Planning, Maintenance Management
Education
Emporia State University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Interdisciplinary Studies - Business and Management, 3.5+
Independent Consultant April 2012 - Present
Oracle March 2007 - April 2012
Independent Consultant February 2003 - March 2007
SCT January 1999 - January 2003
SCT April 1997 - January 1999
Westar Energy April 1996 - February 1997
Skills
Data Integration, Requirements Analysis, Solution Architecture, PMP, Integration, Enterprise Architecture, SOA, Oracle, Unix Shell Scripting, Business Intelligence, Enterprise Software, Project Portfolio..., Business Analysis, Business Process, PL/SQL, Software Project..., SDLC, Databases, Data Migration, Testing, Data Warehousing, ERP, Agile Methodologies, Requirements Gathering, Software Development, Unix, IT Strategy, ETL
Education
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1994 — 1996
MS, Engineering
Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University 1988 — 1992
B.Tech, Civil Engineering
ONEOK March 1997 - Present
Westar Energy April 1992 - March 1997
Kansas Gas and Electric April 1972 - March 1992
Skills
Troubleshooting, Documentation, Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Customer Service
Education
Friends University 1995 — 1997
BA, HR Management
Wichita State University
Westar Energy August 2011 - January 2015
Walmart June 1999 - July 2011
Skills
Store Management, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Store Operations, Shrinkage, Inventory Management, Big Box, Cashiering, Associate Development, Retail Sales, District Management, Mentoring Of Staff, Human Resources, CPFR, Driving Results, Profit
Education
Fort Hays State University 1988 — 1990
B.A., Political Science and Government
Hutchinson 1986 — 1988
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Kansas Gas Service March 1997 - Present
Westar Energy March 1981 - March 1997
Skills
Natural Gas, Budgets, Customer Service, Outlook, Leadership, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Contract Management, Time Management, Financial Analysis, Sales, Process Improvement, Analysis, Contract Negotiation
Education
University of Kansas 1978 — 1980
BS, Business/Accounting
Hutchinson Community College 1976 — 1978
AA, Business
Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka August 2014 - Present
Kansas Lottery April 2012 - August 2014
Kansas Lottery October 2011 - April 2012
Westar Energy July 2010 - September 2011
Kansas State Gaming Agency June 2008 - July 2010
Summers, Spencer & Company, P.A. December 2007 - May 2008
CoreFirst Bank & Trust May 2004 - December 2007
Skills
Budgets, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Excel, Financial Reporting, Internal Controls, Leadership, Management, Financial Analysis, Financial Audits, Forecasting, Managerial Finance, Finance, Variance Analysis, Financial Forecasting, Accounting, Cash Flow
Education
Friends University 2010 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Washburn University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting and Finance
Kiewit February 2012 - Present
Protection One 2003 - 2011
Westar Energy 1999 - 2002
Westar Energy 1998 - 1999
Westar Energy 1991 - 1996
Skills
Negotiation, Problem Solving, Leadership, Supply Chain, Purchasing, Contract Management, Procurement, Process Scheduler, Logistics, Contract Negotiation, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Process Improvement
Education
Iowa State University
BS, Civil Engineering
University of Kansas
MBA, Business
Westar Energy September 2012 - Present
# July 2012 - September 2012
United States Army 2011 - 2012
Skills
Strategic Planning, Change Management, Team Building, Program Management, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Power Generation, Power Plants, Supervisory Skills, Project Planning, Energy, Business Process..., Command, Military, Security Clearance, Government, Army, Risk Assessment, Operational Planning, Leadership Development, DoD, Leadership, Training, Defense, Operations Management, Force Protection, Military Experience, Counterterrorism, National Security, Emergency Management, Military Operations, Top Secret, Weapons, Intelligence, Physical Security, Intelligence Analysis, Afghanistan, Organizational..., Security, Navy
Education
US Army War College 2002 — 2003
Stragegic Management, Military Strategic Studies, General
Friends University 2000 — 2001
Organizational Management, Organizational Leadership
Platts May 2014 - Present
Platts May 2013 - May 2014
True North Trading Company October 2012 - March 2013
Velocity Merchant Energy, LP March 2011 - December 2011
Westar Energy 2005 - 2011
Select Energy Inc 2002 - 2005
Sempra Energy Trading 1999 - 2002
Phibro Energy 1997 - 1999
Phibro Energy 1995 - 1997
TrendLogic Associates 1993 - 1995
Skills
Commodity Markets, Energy Markets, Hedging, Electricity Markets, Natural Gas, Trading, Power Trading, Commodity Risk..., Risk Management, Power Generation, Power Plants, Electric Power, Commodity, Energy
Education
New York University 1996 — 2000
MBA, Finance
Fairfield University 1989 — 1993
BS, Finance
Westar Energy January 1991 - Present
Skills
Java, Requirements Analysis, Microsoft SQL Server, Visio, Software Development, Oracle, XML, Databases, Unix, COBOL, PL/SQL, Powershell, Troubleshooting, Operating Systems, Perl, IIS, Visual Basic, SharePoint, SDLC, Business Analysis, Software Documentation
Education
Fort Hays State University 1988 — 1990
BBA, Computer Information Systems
Kansas State University 1984 — 1988
Westar Energy October 1992 - Present
Westar Energy April 1996 - August 2006
Skills
Predictive Maintenance, Maintenance Management, Condition Monitoring, Preventive Maintenance, Plant Maintenance, Planned Preventative..., Maintenance Engineering, Lubrication, Reliability Centered..., CMMS, Steam, Turbines, Reliability Engineering, Power Generation, Energy, Electricians, Project Planning, Power Plants, Root Cause Analysis, Process Improvement, Project Engineering, Factory, Engineering
Education
Johnson County Community College 2001 — 2011
Associate of Applied Science, Industrial Maintenance Technology
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Kansas July 2012 - Present
Westar Energy 1989 - 2012
Skills
Oracle SQL, SQL DB2, COBOLII, java, JavaScript, BMC Remedy, Rational Software..., Java Web Services, JSF, AJAX, DB2, Java, SQL, WebSphere Application..., JSP, COBOL
Education
Friends University 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, Computer Science
Westar Energy August 1998 - Present
Westar Energy September 1982 - August 1998
Westar Energy August 1978 - September 1982
Skills
Power Plants, Power Generation, Electric Power, Power Systems
Education
Hutchinson Community College 1975 — 1977
B.S., Industrial Arts
Westar Energy January 2014 - Present
Westar Energy April 1989 - Present
Topeka, Kansas March 1982 - April 1989
Skills
Energy, Power Plants, Power Generation, NERC, Energy Markets, Steam Boilers, Scrubbers, Precipitators, Project Planning, Project Management, Project Coordination, Project Delivery, Contract Negotiation, Contract Management, Contractors, Manufacturing, Preventive Maintenance, Natural Gas, RCM, Nuclear, Power Systems, Electric Power, CMMS, Steam, Electricians, Construction Safety, Industrial Safety, Steam Turbines, CMS, Supervisory Skills, Asset Management, Plant Maintenance, Factory, Reliability Centered..., Engineering, Maintenance Management, Project Engineering, Process Improvement, Inspection, Root Cause Analysis, Commissioning, Electricity, Continuous Improvement, Maintenance & Repair, Operations Management, Pumps
Education
Johnson County Community College 2001 — 2011
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Electrical/Electronics Maintenance and Repair Technology
Bismark State College 1998 — 2001
Associate of Arts and Sciences (AAS), Power Plant Tech
Westar Energy December 1990 - Present
Education
Topeka High School 1977 — 1979
Math & Accounting
Highland Community College
Accounting
Westar Energy April 2011 - Present
St. Francis Health Center September 2001 - February 2010
Harrah's Praire Band Casino October 1997 - September 2001
Skills
Labor Relations, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Benefits Administration, FMLA, PeopleSoft, Onboarding, Organizational..., Employee Benefits, Change Management, Employment Law, Recruiting, Personnel Management, Strategic Planning, HR Policies, HR Consulting
Education
Friends University
Organizational Management & Leadership, Human Resources Management and Services
Westar Energy April 2015 - Present
Bombardier Aerospace January 2014 - January 2015
Bombardier Inc. January 2013 - January 2014
United States Air Force Officer Training School February 2011 - September 2012
Skills
Aerospace, Aircraft, Engineering Management, Avionics, Six Sigma, Aeronautics, Configuration Management, Integration, Aviation, Testing, Engineering, MS Project, Lean Manufacturing, Program Management, Continuous Improvement
Education
Embry Riddle Aeronautical University-Worldwide 2007 — 2012
MAS, Aeronautics
U.S. Air Force Academy 2002 — 2006
BS, Mechanical Engineering