Wickes Furniture
Industry: Company
DescriptionWickes Furniture was a privately held chain of furniture stores based in Wheeling, Illinois. The company was founded in 1971 with a showroom in Fridley, Minnesota, and at its peak operated 43 stores in California, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Nevada, Texas and Oregon. Ceased operations: 2008 Headquarters: Wheeling, IL Founded: 1971 Fate: Bankruptcy Type of business: Privately held company
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Wickes Furniture Employees
Exide Technologies June 2014 - Present
Generac Power Systems September 2012 - February 2014
Perma Seal Basement Systems March 2008 - February 2013
Wickes Furniture June 2005 - December 2008
Harlem Furniture December 2003 - May 2005
Infyniti Wireless Communications Inc February 2003 - December 2003
Areawide Cellular May 2001 - January 2003
Skills
Sales Management, Sales Operations, Sales, Account Management, Purchasing, Customer Satisfaction, Pricing, Forecasting, New Business Development, Customer Retention, Inventory Management, Negotiation, Management, Training, B2B
Education
Morton College 1989 — 1993
Associate of Science (A.S.), Automotive Engineering Technology/Technician, A
Morton College 1989 — 1993
Associate of Science (A.S.), Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician, A
Adapt May 2013 - Present
Greenlee/Textron March 2008 - July 2012
Wickes Furniture May 2005 - February 2008
Bosch Power Tools 2001 - 2005
Flexalloy A Textron Company 1998 - January 2001
Skills
SAP, Experience with multip..., I3, Inventory Control, VMI Programs, Logistics, Department Budgeting, Team Building, Cross Functional..., Six Si, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, project, Project Planning, Training, Sales Operations, Retail, Program Management, Project Management
Education
Columbia College Missouri
BS, Business Management
Forreston High School, Forreston, IL
freelance artist September 1998 - Present
Pratt Innovations September 1998 - Present
Wickes Furniture May 1995 - August 1998
Pratt Illustration & Design February 1993 - May 1995
Geographics January 1988 - November 1990
Skills
Illustration, Art, Drawing, Graphic Design, Concept Design, Digital Illustration, Art Direction, Web Design, Illustrator, Photography, Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, Logo Design, Graphics, Storytelling, Brochures, Books, Painting, Flyers, Packaging, Advertising, Interior Design, Fine Art, Posters, Corporate Identity, Rendering, Typography, Image Manipulation, Layout, Creative Direction, Sculpture, Public Speaking, Digital Photography
Education
The Art Institute of Pittsburgh - Online Division 2009 — 2010
Digital Design Diploma Certificate, Digital Design
Brigham Young University 1967 — 1969
Art & Business
Mesa Community College 1964 — 1966
Business & Art
Rush University Medical Center March 2013 - April 2013
Taxi Affiliation Services 2011 - 2012
Primerica October 2010 - October 2011
Each One Teach One Literacy June 2010 - January 2011
Van Ru Credit Corporation April 2008 - September 2009
Wickes Furniture July 2007 - April 2008
Baxter Healthcare April 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Adobe Creative Suite, Inventory Management, DOS, Windows & Mac operating..., Cash Management, Customer Service, Time Management, Marketing, Management, Sales, Typing 70 WPM, Sterile Techniques, Compounding, Medication Therapy..., Written & Oral..., Insurance Billing &..., Engineering: AutoCAD..., Database: FACS, Siebel..., Event Planning, PowerPoint
Education
Coyne College 2012 — 2013
Diploma, Pharmacy Technician/Assistant, 4.0 GPA
Tuskegee University 2004 — 2007
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
General Studies
Chicago Public Schools
Diploma
Yellow Supply August 2013 - Present
Alpine Home Air Products August 2013 - Present
Self Employed October 2012 - March 2013
Jankuc LLC August 2008 - October 2012
Jankuc LLC August 2008 - October 2012
Wickes Furniture May 1998 - August 2008
Skills
Google Adwords..., Google Analytics, SEM, SEO, E-commerce SEO, Microsoft Ad Center, PPC Bid Management, Technical Support, Active Directory, Network Security, Network Design, Customer Service, Team Building, Inventory Management, Microsoft Office, Network Administration, Technical Documentation, Cisco Technologies, Management, Trading Systems, Visual Basic 5.0/6.0, Trading Strategies, Risk Management, PC Building, Outlook, Microsoft Word, Project Management, Information Security..., PowerPoint, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, WordPress, Sales, Team Leadership, ITIL, Microsoft Excel, Proprietary Trading, Optimize Press, Networking, Disaster Recovery, Google Merchant Center, Retail
Education
ITT 2006 — 2008
BS, Information Systems Security
ITT Technical Institute-Indianapolis 2004 — 2008
BASc Information Systems Security, IT Security
Red Rabbit Racing 2004 - Present
ALMA Property Management Services Inc. January 1991 - August 1996
Sara Lee Bakery November 1987 - December 1988
Wickes Furniture April 1985 - November 1987
Wickes Furniture January 1984 - April 1985
Skills
Microsoft Word, English, Windows, Teaching, Photoshop, Microsoft Excel, Computerized Accounting..., General Ledger, Budget Process, Financial Statements, Cash Management, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Accounting Applications
Education
DePaul University 1996 — 2000
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, Accounting
Northern Illinois University 1979 — 1982
Bacherlor of Science, Finance, Economics
Chicago Rocker Newsletter March 2010 - Present
Shark Entertainment November 2007 - Present
Des Plaines Theater October 2012 - October 2013
Illinois Entertainer July 2009 - March 2010
NuGroove Music LLC August 2007 - August 2009
Rocker Dogs / Shark Entertainment November 2007 - November 2008
The All Star Smooth Jazz Cruise 2005 - 2007
Wickes Furniture January 1999 - January 2005
UPS December 1988 - July 1998
Skills
Adobe Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop, QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver, FrontPage, Flash, Fireworks, HTML, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Social Networking, Newsletter Production, Newsletter Publishing, Newsletter Design, Web Design, Graphic Design, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Art Direction, Art, Video Production, Adobe Fireworks, Advertising, Video, Newsletters, Music Industry, Email Marketing, Social Media, Sound, Social Media Marketing, Graphics, Logo Design, Brochures, Adobe Creative Suite, Layout
Education
Harper College 2000 — 2002
Web Design Certificate, Web Design
Illinois Institute of Art 1994 — 1998
BFA FASHION DESIGN, FASHION DESIGN
Exposure International 2004 - Present
BornABabe.com 2004 - Present
The Chicago Sexcon January 2008 - Present
Rebechini Studios, Inc. 1994 - 2007
Wickes Furniture 1990 - 1994
Skills
Video Production, DVD Duplication, Web Video, Video Services, Event Videography, Music Video Production, Music Photography, Nightlife, Brand Developement, Shooting Video, Internet Video, iPod, Entrepreneurial..., Independent Thinker, Self-driven, Courteous, Influential, International Exposure, Digital Video, HDMI, Sound Production, Internet Networking, Keyboardist, Live Recording, Studio Recording, Jingles, Soundtrack, Record Labels, Infomercials, Original Music, Music Licensing, Music Distribution, Music Publishing, Artist Development, Talent Scouting, Entertainment Management, Glamour, Swimwear, Beauty Photography, Model Portfolios, Bodypaint, Legal Services, Legal Advice, Employee Benefits, Group Benefits, Insurance, Video, Brand Development, Photography, Music Videos
Education
Maine East 1980 — 1984
Columbia College Chicago
Dell March 2015 - Present
VCE, the Virtual Computing Environment Company November 2013 - March 2015
VCE, the Virtual Computing Environment Company August 2012 - March 2015
PC Smart Bar, LLC September 2010 - July 2012
Wickes Furniture June 2004 - June 2006
Communications Solutions Corp. 2000 - 2004
IP Network 1999 - 2000
IP Network 1999 - 2000
Cybershop.com 1997 - 2000
De La Rue 1995 - 1998
Skills
Google Apps, E-commerce, Program Management, SharePoint, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Product Management, Team Leadership, Networking, ITIL, Team Building, Cloud Computing, SaaS, Microsoft Exchange, Cross-functional Team..., Change Management, Business Analysis, Active Directory, SEO, Microsoft SQL Server, Cisco Technologies, Leadership, Sales Management, Sales Operations, IT Strategy, Strategy, Business Strategy, Management, Consulting, Enterprise Software, Integration, Start-ups, Strategic Partnerships, Business Development, Data Center, New Business Development, Professional Services, Vendor Management, Marketing Strategy, Virtualization, IT Operations
Education
Rochester Institute of Technology 1978 — 1980
Computer Science
Almeda College and University 1994 — 1999
MBA, Computer Science
Uniondale High School 1975 — 1978
Neiman Marcus June 2008 - Present
Wickes Furniture 2001 - 2008
South Coast Escrow 1998 - 2001
Skills
Painting, Illustration, Knitting, Decoupage, Merchandising, Fashion, Visual Merchandising, Graphic Design, Customer Service, Photoshop, Textiles, Retail, Inventory Management, Brand Development, Sales, Marketing
Education
Moore College of Art and Design 1978 — 1978
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Textile Design
CVS Health March 2015 - Present
Belk April 2014 - March 2015
Kohl's Department Stores May 2012 - April 2014
Limited Brands October 2006 - June 2012
wickes furniture 1999 - 2005
Skills
Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Logistics, Warehouse Management, Distribution Center..., Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Warehousing, Operations Management, Retail, 3PL
Education
Roosevelt University 1999 — 2002
Paradigm Technology October 2012 - December 2012
Teleformix, LLC May 2008 - March 2012
Wickes Furniture January 2006 - February 2007
Whitehall Jewellers Inc. 2002 - 2006
Marconi (formerly Reltec), now Emerson Network Power 1989 - 2002
Skills
Desktop Publishing, Word Processing, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Copy Editing, Proofreading, Technical Writing, Software Documentation, Adobe Acrobat, Manuals, Technical Documentation, FrameMaker, Technical Communication, Editing, Training, RoboHelp, Instructional Design, Management
Education
Roosevelt University 1990 — 1995
M.S. in Marketing Communications, Graduated with honors
Northwestern University
Bachelor of Science in General Studies, English
Ashley Furniture January 2011 - Present
Wickes Furniture April 1995 - April 2008
Silo, Inc October 1988 - April 1995
Savin Copier January 1979 - July 1982
MULTIGRAPHICS December 1969 - June 1978
Skills
Selling, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, New Business Development, Sales Management, Sales, Retail, Furniture, Furnishings, Profit, Sales Operations, Sales Presentations, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Store Management, Pricing, Inventory Management
Education
Austin High School
Northern Illinois University
Honeywell Aerospace May 2014 - Present
Honeywell Aerospace September 2011 - May 2014
American Traffic Solutions February 2011 - September 2011
American Traffic Solutions July 2010 - February 2011
American Traffic Solutions November 2009 - July 2010
True Value Company 1997 - 2007
Wickes Furniture 1995 - 1997
Wickes Furniture 1992 - 1995
Wickes Furniture 1990 - 1992
Skills
Financial Modeling, Analysis, Management, Accounting, Strategic Financial..., Pricing, Cross-functional Team..., Process Improvement, Cost Accounting, Forecasting, Finance, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Mergers & Acquisitions, Six Sigma, Financial Planning
Education
University of Iowa 1986 — 1990
B.B.A., Accounting
Northern Illinois University
M.B.A., Finance
Sears Holdings Corporation May 2015 - Present
Jiffy Lube (Heartland Automotive) September 2012 - February 2014
Bethesda Health Group April 2011 - September 2012
Spectrum Brands November 2009 - May 2011
Empire Today August 2006 - May 2009
Wickes Furniture February 2004 - August 2006
Skills
Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, HRIS, ADP Payroll, Recruiting, Human Resources, Kronos, Payroll, Outlook, Personnel Management, Business Intelligence, Onboarding, FMLA, Management Skills, Organizational..., Performance Management, compliance, Workers Compensation, Identify staff vacancies, Labor Relations, Investigation, Social Perceptiveness, Compensation & Benefit, Policy/Procedure..., COBRA, HIPAA, ADA compliance, Risk Management, Healthcare, Lean Manufacturing, Retail, EEOC, Discrimination Law, Talent Acquisition, Employment Law, HR Policies, Employee Engagement, Problem Solving, Conflict Resolution, ADP Payforce, People Matter, Applicant Tracking..., Succession Planning, Job Descriptions, Compensation, Management
Education
Roosevelt University 2001 — 2003
BA/BS, Public Relations
Western Illinois University 1999 — 2001
SavATree August 2013 - Present
Rand McNally March 2012 - February 2013
Prinz Ltd 2009 - March 2012
Hammacher Schlemmer 2005 - 2009
Questar and Marcom LLC. 2003 - 2005
Wickes Furniture 1999 - 2003
Education
Northern Illinois University
Bachelor Of Science
Bedmart NW August 2011 - Present
Ashley Furniture HomeStore April 2006 - August 2011
Wickes Furniture February 2002 - April 2006
Skills
Negotiation, Furniture, Sales, Retail, Merchandising, Sales Management, Interior Design, Marketing, Residential Homes, Customer Satisfaction, Real Estate, Inventory Management, Team Building, B2B, Customer Service, Profit, Account Management, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Selling
Education
Oregon State University 1969 — 1970
South Salem High School 1966 — 1969
general studies
PeaceHealth January 2015 - Present
PeaceHealth February 2013 - Present
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center March 2012 - February 2013
PeaceHealth Ketchikan General Hospital July 2010 - March 2012
PeaceHealth Ketchikan General Hospital August 2007 - July 2010
PeaceHealth Ketchikan General Hospital March 2004 - August 2007
PeaceHealth Ketchikan General Hospital December 2003 - March 2004
Wickes Furniture August 2001 - November 2003
Pamplin Communications October 1999 - March 2001
Pamplin Communications June 1998 - October 1999
Skills
Workforce Development, Employee Relations, Onboarding, Healthcare, Talent Acquisition, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Employee Benefits, Deferred Compensation, Performance Management, Benefits Administration
Education
George Fox University 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Science, Biology
Staffing Now November 2011 - October 2012
CNS Homehealth and Hospice May 2011 - November 2011
Access DuPage May 2011 - November 2011
aflac 2010 - 2011
The RoomPlace May 2008 - September 2009
Wickes Furniture 2000 - 2008
Skills
Onboarding, Employee Relations, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Sourcing, HRIS, Data Entry, Customer Service, Access, Human Resources, Interviews, Payroll, New Hire Orientations, Employee Benefits, Recruiting, Accounts Receivable, Healthcare, Hiring, College Recruiting, Workforce Planning, Team Building
Education
Lewis University 2010 — 2013
Human Resource Management
DePaul University 1987 — 1990
Chicago Deming Association-Six Sigma Master’s Program, Naperville, IL
Oracle August 2014 - Present
Ricoh Americas Corporation June 2010 - August 2014
Witt Company August 2009 - February 2010
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. April 2004 - March 2009
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. January 1996 - March 2004
Konica Minolta Business Solutions U.S.A., Inc. April 1992 - December 1995
Wickes Furniture 1987 - 1992
Skills
Solution Selling, Selling, New Business Development, Salesforce.com, Managed Print Services, Sales Process, Management, Leadership, Sales, Recruiting, Direct Sales, Enterprise Software, Contract Negotiation, SaaS, CRM, Sales Operations, Strategic Planning, B2B, Document Imaging, Cold Calling, P&L Management, Sales Management, Business Development, Cloud Computing, Vendor Management, Coaching, Leadership Development, Performance Management, P&L Responsibility, Organizational..., Professional Services, Financial Forecasting
Education
Pepperdine University 1989 — 1993
MBA, Masters in Business Administration
The University of South Dakota 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Escola Americana, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil 1980 — 1982
Lulus.com November 2014 - Present
PETCO Animal Supplies, Inc. October 2011 - February 2014
Jerry Chiu Group Ltd March 2008 - September 2011
Applied Retail Technologies Ltd November 2006 - September 2011
Wickes Furniture June 2004 - November 2006
Foot Locker November 1998 - October 2003
Toys R Us August 1994 - October 1998
Lord & Taylor 1993 - 1994
Saks Fifth Avenue 1992 - 1993
Skills
Microsoft Office -..., SAS Retail Solutions, JDA Retail Solutions, Oracle Retail Solutions, SAP Retail Solutions, Project Managment, Financial Analysis, Six Sigma, Project Management, JDA, Merchandise Planning, Inventory Management, Logistics Management, Multi-channel Retail, Retail, Forecasting, Strategy, Merchandising, Logistics, Supply Chain, Supply Chain Management, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Leadership, Process Improvement, Vendor Management, Analysis, Project Planning, Inventory Control, Purchasing, Business Process, Business Strategy, Demand Planning, Budgets, Apparel, Business Development, Change Management, Customer Satisfaction, CPFR, Marketing, Profit, Sales, P&L, Data Analysis, Team Building, P&L Management, Pricing
Education
Cornell University 1988 — 1992
BS
Stuyvesant HS 1984 — 1988
Math and Science
Woodward MPC July 2010 - Present
Amcor Flexibles November 2009 - July 2010
Rexnord September 2007 - April 2009
Wickes Furniture July 2006 - August 2007
Snap Labs October 1998 - July 2006
Skills
Cross-functional Team..., Purchasing, Management, Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, SAP, Customer Service, Leadership, Supply Chain Management, Six Sigma
Education
Northern Illinois University 1993 — 1997
B.S., Marketing
Bath & Body Works September 2013 - Present
The Children's Place May 2011 - September 2013
Ann Taylor LOFT August 2008 - May 2011
Wickes Furniture December 2004 - April 2008
Ethan Allen Furniture 2001 - 2004
Zainy Brainy 1996 - 2001
Limited Brands 1989 - 1996
Education
Purdue University 1982 — 1986
pre optometry
Republic Parking System August 2013 - Present
Republic Parking System October 2008 - July 2013
Enterprise Rent-A-Car February 2004 - December 2007
Wickes Furniture January 2002 - November 2003
Skills
Microsoft Office, SPSS, microsoft project, Harvard Graphics, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Access, Internet Explorer, Microsoft Outlook, Customer Service, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Business Analysis, Operating Budgets, Budget Reconciliation, Project Management, Account Management, Accounts Payable, Key Account..., Internal Controls, Internal Audit, Information System Audit, Quality Auditing, Staff Development, Staff Management, Mentoring Of Staff, Training Manuals, Procedure Creation, Procedure Manuals, Data Analysis, RFP Generation, Contract Management, Leadership, Outlook, Transportation, MS Project, Management, Performance Management, Training, Forecasting, Human Resources, Program Management, Operations Management, Customer Satisfaction, Budgets, Policy
Education
Keller Graduate School of Management of DeVry University 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Finance
North Central College 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing
North Central College 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Computer Science
Concur Technologies March 2006 - Present
Wells Fargo Bank, N.A. June 2003 - March 2006
Wickes Furniture January 2003 - March 2006
Skills
SQL, Salesforce.com, Business Intelligence, Business Analysis, Analytics, Vendor Management, Integration, Process Improvement, Business Process, HTML, Team Leadership, Project Management, Data Analysis, Program Management, Analysis
Education
St. Cloud State University 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), International Business & Marketing
Sartell High School 1994 — 1998
High School Diploma
UCI-Fram August 2015 - Present
Experis June 2015 - August 2015
Signode Industrial Group, LLC April 2014 - June 2015
IFG - International Financial Group, Ltd April 2013 - April 2014
Mondelēz International October 2012 - November 2012
Kraft Foods Group January 2007 - September 2012
Wickes Furniture October 2006 - January 2007
Grainger August 2003 - October 2006
Grainger November 1999 - August 2003
Scotsman Industries 1997 - 1999
Skills
Variance Analysis, Financial Reporting, Account Reconciliation, Accounting, Cash Management, Finance, Internal Audit, Journal Entries, Consolidation, SAP ERP, Financial Statements, Financial Analysis, Accruals, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, US GAAP, SEC filings, Oracle, Bank Reconciliation, Sarbanes-Oxley, GAAP, Process Improvement, Income Statement, Financial Accounting, Corporate Finance, Tax, Hyperion Enterprise, General Ledger, Hyperion HFM, SEC Filings, Hyperion, Forecasting, SAP, Analysis, Management, Internal Controls, Budgets
Education
DePaul University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Accounting
Jel Sleep Store ManagerThe Retail Outsource with TIgerDirectNovember 2011 - June 2012
Wireless NOW Inc. May 2010 - November 2011
O'Reilly's Furniture February 2011 - October 2011
Corporate Cellular Verizon Wireless May 2008 - November 2008
Jaafer Sweets January 2002 - September 2008
Wickes Furniture February 2007 - April 2008
Education
College of Lake County 2008 — 2011
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Ashley Furniture Homestores September 2012 - Present
Briar Meadow HOA Nonprofit 2000 - Present
Wickes Furniture April 2002 - December 2002
Electronic Data Systems (now Hewlett Packard) 1986 - 1999
Skills
Sales, Personnel Management, Project Management, Budgeting, Operations Management, Rapport-Building, Interpersonal..., Customer Requirements..., Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Powerpoint, Customer-focused, Goal Oriented, Oral & Written..., Organizational Skills, Time Management, Management
Education
University of Northern Iowa 1982 — 1986
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General
Teleformix LLC December 2011 - March 2012
Teleformix December 2011 - March 2012
Sloan Valve Company May 2011 - August 2011
Sloan Valve Company May 2011 - August 2011
FTD Downer February 2011 - February 2011
FTD Downer Grove February 2011 - February 2011
Wickes Furniture December 2006 - June 2008
Wickes Furniture January 2006 - January 2008
US Robotics January 1997 - January 2001
3Com/ US Robotics January 1997 - January 2001
Skills
Data Entry, Microsoft Word, Windows, Outlook, Customer Experience
Education
Carl Schurz High School 1975 — 1979
Diploma, Math and English
Carl Schurz High School
City Colleges of Chicago-Harry S Truman College
Regus January 2014 - Present
CheapCaribbean.com April 2011 - November 2013
Choice Hotels International December 2007 - June 2011
Wickes Furniture January 2007 - November 2007
Educate Inc. September 2005 - November 2006
Goodyear February 2002 - September 2005
The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Company 2002 - 2005
Payless ShoeSource 1997 - 2002
Campbell Soup Company 1988 - 1990
Frito Lay 1986 - 1988
Education
Southern Methodist University 1985 — 1986
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing
Rockhurst University 1975 — 1979
B.A., Economics
Helias High School
Donald M. Davis & Company March 2011 - Present
Landeros Furniture February 2010 - March 2011
Ashley FurnitureIndustries March 2005 - January 2010
Ashley Furniture HomeStore January 2002 - March 2005
AJ Furniture August 2000 - January 2002
Wickes Furniture December 1995 - August 2000
Skills
Selling, Sales, Retail, Marketing, Sales Operations, Management, Pricing, Training, Furniture, Customer Service, Fashion, Store Management, Hiring, B2B, Merchandising
Education
Citrus College
Nogales High School
Community Development, Inc June 2011 - April 2014
Service Management Group May 2010 - July 2011
GLS Companies April 2007 - January 2009
Redeemer Health & Rehab October 2002 - July 2007
Wickes Furniture June 1999 - June 2006
Skills
Human Resources, Performance Management, Recruiting, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Employee Engagement, Employee Relations, New Hire Orientations, HRIS, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, Job Descriptions, Benefits Administration, Sourcing, Temporary Staffing, Customer Service
Education
Metropolitan State University 1993 — 1994
BA, Human Resources
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1989 — 1991
AAS, Office Management
Anoka Senior High 1983 — 1986
HS diploma, General
Renewal by Andersen April 2011 - Present
Public Storage June 2010 - April 2011
Select Comfort June 2007 - January 2009
Wickes Furniture June 2005 - March 2007
Ethan Allen Independent Dealer January 1998 - December 2004
Ethan Allen Independent Dealer January 1996 - December 1997
Ethan Allen Independent Dealer January 1991 - December 1995
Soumek Oriental Rugs May 1988 - January 1990
Skills
Strategic Planning, Sales Plan, SWOT analysis, Furniture, Sales, Account Management, Selling, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Leadership, Business Development, Marketing, Training, Start-ups, Management, Business Planning, Customer Service, Retail, Team Building
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Kenan-Flagler Business School
Non-degree program, General management & Finance
University of Minnesota Duluth 1983 — 1987
BA, Economics
Zones, Inc. December 2011 - Present
Technisource December 2010 - January 2011
Sleep Train August 2008 - October 2009
Ortho Mattress March 2007 - August 2008
Wickes Furniture 2005 - 2007
Sleep Train Inc February 2002 - August 2005
The Computer GuYde June 1999 - May 2002
Cox Communications 1991 - 1999
Cox Communications 1991 - 1998
Cox Communications 1991 - 1998
Skills
Customer Service, Help Desk Support, Technical Support, Leadership, Customer Satisfaction, Team Building, Microsoft Office, Management, Team Leadership, Outlook, Networking, Sales, Troubleshooting, Social Networking, Coaching, Windows 7, Telecommunications, Training, Windows Server, Software Installation, Hardware, Microsoft Exchange, Project Planning, XP, Windows XP
Education
Computer Training Academy 2009 — 2010
MCSE, Computer and Networking
University of Phoenix 1995 — 1998
BSB/IS, Information Systems
Ashley Furniture Industries September 2014 - Present
McKesson July 2014 - September 2014
FedEx Office January 2008 - January 2014
Wickes Furniture February 2007 - December 2007
TGI Fridays, Tax Helpers, Agco Mfg. May 2005 - January 2007
Panera, LLC September 2003 - April 2005
Denny's April 1998 - September 2003
Skills
Recruiting, Onboarding, Sourcing, Human Resources, Interviews, New Hire Orientations, HR Policies, Applicant Tracking..., Talent Acquisition, Employee Relations, Hiring, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, College Recruiting, Leadership, Management, Succession Planning, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Internet Recruiting, Strategy, Training, Job Descriptions, Employee Training, Technical Recruiting, Team Management, Leadership Development, Organizational..., Retail, Temporary Placement
Education
Ottawa University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Administration and Management, General
Mor Furniture June 2012 - Present
Ethan Allen Global, Inc. December 2004 - May 2012
Paperchse Wallpaper Installation, Removal & Design 2000 - 2008
Wickes Furniture 1989 - 2000
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Fashion, Time Management, Retail, Space planning, Furniture, Interior Design, Home Staging, Merchandising, Sales, Furnishings, Textiles, Retail Design, Management, Styling, Store Management, Floor Plans, Sketching, Space Planning
Education
Interior Designers Institute
Interior Design
Orange Coast College
Interior Design, Display & Merchandising
Berlin Packaging July 2012 - Present
Berlin Packaging August 2011 - July 2012
Berlin Packaging April 2002 - August 2011
Wickes Furniture March 1992 - March 2001
Skills
Customer Service..., Problem Solving, Crisis Management, Operations Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Customer Service
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 1989 — 1993
3 years, Business Management
Richardson Electronics, Ltd. September 2014 - Present
Wurth electronics Midcom September 2012 - August 2014
Wurth Electronics Midcom October 2010 - September 2012
Ashley Furniture Homestores June 2009 - July 2011
Phoenix Company of Chicago August 2006 - October 2010
Ann Taylor Loft August 2008 - April 2010
Wickes Furniture May 2005 - February 2008
Power Great Lakes November 2002 - July 2006
Skills
Direct Sales, Sales Management, Sales, New Business Development, B2B, Key Account Management, Account Management, Solution Selling, Product Development, Product Management, Business Development, Negotiation, Electronics, Contract Negotiation, Manufacturing, Marketing, Semiconductors, Management, CRM, Sales Operations, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Product Marketing, International Sales, Pricing, Forecasting, Customer Service, Customer Satisfaction, Leadership, Team Building, Sales Process, Networking, Process Improvement, Sales Presentations, Strategic Partnerships, Problem Solving, Telecommunications, Business Planning, Trade Shows, Continuous Improvement, Project Management, Microsoft Office, Start-ups, Team Leadership, Business Strategy, Communication, Time Management, Operations Management, Training
Education
Anna Adarsh College For Women 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
Lending Solutions June 2008 - Present
Dow Jones January 2005 - September 2006
Wickes Furniture October 2003 - September 2004
Transamerica June 1998 - June 2002
Seegott Inc June 1991 - June 1998
Skills
Sales, Loans, Process Improvement, Financial Analysis, Team Building, Vendor Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Sales Operations, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Account Management
Education
Columbia College Chicago 1995 — 1998
Bachelor, Film/Video
Elgin Community College 1991 — 1995
Associates, Business
Follett Corporation December 2006 - Present
Wickes Furniture June 2005 - December 2006
SDI Travel & Incentives October 2004 - May 2005
Washington Mutual Card Services July 2001 - October 2004
Lisa Kane & Associates July 1998 - July 2001
Skills
Administrative..., Outlook, PowerPoint, Human Resources, Spreadsheets, Management, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Event Management, Telephone Skills, Administrative..., Microsoft Excel, Visio, Microsoft Publisher, Adobe, Creativity, Corporate Events, Coordination, Fax, Executive..., Microsoft Office, SAP, Access, Travel Planning
Education
Triton College 1998 — 2000
West Leyden High School 1994 — 1998
Diploma, General Studies
Art Van Furniture April 2013 - Present
The RoomPlace December 2011 - April 2013
Value City Furniture/ American Signature Furniture September 2008 - January 2011
Wickes furniture 2003 - 2008
Harlem furniture 1997 - 2003
Moraine valley college and district 143 1/2 1993 - 1997
Skills
Word, Microsoft Office, Excel, Stores, Retail, Retail Management, Store Management, Sales Management, Sales Support, Sales Operations, General Administration, Profit & Loss Management, Training & Development, Budgeting, Customer Service, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Loss Prevention, Teaching Experience, Bilingual, Budgets, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Employee Training, Team Building, Recruiting, Employee Relations, Leadership, Human Resources, Management, P&L Management, Marketing, Hiring, Administrative Work, Interviews, Strategic Planning
Education
Governors State University 1993 — 1994
Graduate level courses, Computer Science and Data base design
Montana State University-Bozeman 1980 — 1985
Bachelor of Science Degree, Electrical amd Electronic Engineering Technology
Holborn Tutorial college - London UK 1978 — 1980
GCE Avanced level, Mathmatics and Physics
Ashley Home Stores April 2009 - Present
Budget Blinds of East Mesa August 2008 - April 2009
Wickes Furniture November 1976 - March 2008
La-Z-Boy 2008 - 2008
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Merchandising, Furniture, Retail, Inventory Management, Sales, Customer Service, Purchasing, Sales Management, Training, Creative Direction, Packaging, Account Management, Budget, Team Building, Operations Management, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing, Advertising, Budgets, Fashion, Furnishings, Interior Design, Inventory Control, Leadership, Product Development, Profit, Retail Design, Space planning, Store Operations, Trade Shows, Apparel, Brand Development, Brand Management, B2B, Customer Satisfaction, Department Stores, Forecasting, Hiring, Income Statement, Loss Prevention, Market Planning, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, P, Product Marketing, Sourcing, Textiles, Window Displays
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville 1972 — 1973
FTI Consulting April 2013 - Present
FTI Consulting June 2009 - April 2013
Wickes Furniture 2003 - 2005
BMK, LLP 2001 - 2003
Education
University of Southern California 2007 — 2009
Rodan and Fields November 2012 - Present
Wickes Furniture December 2006 - December 2007
Ashley Home Store October 2005 - November 2006
Plunkett Home Furnishings February 2002 - February 2005
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Store Management, Furniture, Team Building, Training, Skin Care, Recruiting, Marketing Communications, Window Treatments, Social Networking, Beauty Industry, Social Media Marketing, Textiles, Floor Plans, Skin, Team Leadership, Leadership Development
Education
College of Lake County 2011 — 2014
Associates, Art
Horizon High School
Diploma, General
Harper College
Flanders Consulting January 2013 - Present
S.L. Flanders/Boulangerie Bridal January 2008 - Present
Perry Ellis International February 2013 - August 2013
Revolution Dancewear 2010 - 2011
Wickes Furniture 2007 - 2008
Snapproducts 2006 - 2007
Claire's Accessories 2006 - 2006
ANN INC. 2002 - 2006
Skills
Marketing, Screenwriting, International Business..., Event Planning, Event Management, Brand Development, Proposal Writing, Fashion Design, Graphic Design, Costume Design, Apparel, Fashion Shows, Sewing, Fashion, Trend Forecasting, Film, Photography, Advertising, Social Networking, Illustration, Retail, Social Media, Draping, Fashion Illustration, Styling, Acting, Improvisation, Improvisational Comedy, Sketch Comedy, Wardrobe, Creative Direction, Theatre, Pattern, Fashion Writing, Blogging, Tailoring, Tech Packs, Trend, Sketching, Illustrator, Trend Analysis, Wovens, Photo Shoots, Mood Boards, Textiles, Fit, Photoshop, Sportswear, Personal Shopping, Visual Merchandising
Education
Illinois Institute of Art 2004 — 2007
B.F.A, Fashion Design
Second City Training Center 2009 — 2010
Improvisational Comedy
Improv Olympic 2010 — 2010
Improvisational Comedy
LTD Commodities May 2015 - Present
Sears Holdings Corporation April 2011 - March 2015
Feed N Seed January 2009 - December 2010
Books Are Fun May 2008 - December 2008
Ryerson/Tull October 2006 - April 2008
Wickes Furniture June 2005 - September 2006
Churchill September 2004 - June 2005
Kmart February 2000 - August 2004
Kmart January 1996 - January 2000
Skills
Inventory Management, Cross-functional Team..., Forecasting, Supply Chain, Retail, Leadership, Project Management, SAP, Supply Chain Management, Purchasing, Management, Process Improvement, Business Process..., Global Sourcing, Procurement, Analysis, Inventory Control, Profit, Project Planning, Integration, Training, SAP Master Data, Change Management, Negotiation, Vendor Management, Team Building, Operations Management, Customer Service, Sales, Continuous Improvement, Merchandising, Pricing, Product Development, Demand Planning, Income Statement, P&L Management, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Team Leadership, Coaching, Mentoring, Resource Management, Vendor Relations, Customer Satisfaction, Budgeting, Problem Solving, Planning, Microsoft Office, Strategy
Education
Central Michigan University 1999 — 2001
MSA, International Business
Davenport University 1997 — 1999
BBA, Management
Methacton High School 1967 — 1971
High School Diploma, College Prep
Rackspace, the #1 managed cloud company June 2015 - Present
Time Warner Cable December 2010 - May 2015
American Express 2007 - December 2010
American Express July 2005 - October 2007
American Express January 2002 - July 2005
American Express January 2001 - January 2002
American Express Financial Advisors July 1999 - January 2001
Metromedia Restaurant Group July 1998 - July 1999
Wickes Furniture January 1991 - July 1998
Skills
Executive Coaching, Business Consulting, Strategic Planning, Talent Acquisition, Change Leadership, Employee Relations, Employee Engagement, Policy Analysis, HR Policies, Policy Writing, Employee Benefits, Contact Center Design, HR Business Partnering, Talent Management, Employee Training, Project Management, Vendor Management, Problem Solving, Motivation, Change Management, Creative Solutions, Emotional Intelligence, Human Resources, Personnel Management, Coaching, Leadership Development, Performance Management, Employment Law, Leadership, Training, Policy, FMLA, Onboarding, Temporary Placement, Succession Planning, Workforce Planning, Management, HRIS, Program Management, Payroll, Benefits Administration, Organizational..., Organizational Design, New Hire Orientations, Organizational..., College Recruiting, Applicant Tracking..., HR Consulting, Interviews, Employer Branding
Education
University of Phoenix 2004 — 2006
Bachelor of Science Degree, Business Management (BSB/M)
National Employment Law Institute 2003 — 2005
Institute of Applied, Management and Law
Oak Canyon Junior High School January 2015 - Present
Barnes and Noble Book Store September 2014 - Present
Canyons School District December 2014 - January 2015
Wheeler Middle School August 2012 - June 2014
Tri-Creek School Corporation October 2011 - April 2012
Crown Point School Corporation August 2011 - April 2012
Providence College Bookstore September 2007 - July 2011
Johnston Public Schools March 2010 - June 2011
Toll Gate High School January 2011 - April 2011
Wickes Furniture July 2004 - August 2007
Education
Providence College 2009 — 2011
Teaching Certificate, Secondary Social Studies Education, 3.66 GPA
Providence College 2007 — 2010
Master's Degree, European History, 3.78 GPA
Indiana University-Northwest 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree, History and Political Science, 3.49 GPA
Mohawk Finshing Products September 1984 - Present
Mohawk Finishing Products 1984 - Present
Wickes Furniture January 1977 - September 1984
Skills
Sales Management, Strategic Planning, Furnishings, Team Building, Marketing, Customer Service, Sales Operations, Furniture, New Business Development, Wood, Warehousing, Management, Selling, Retail, Inventory Management, Cold Calling, Sales, Account Management, Product Development, Negotiation, Marketing Strategy
Education
North Park University 1973 — 1977
Old World Industries, LLC August 2015 - Present
Sloan Valve Company October 2014 - August 2015
Sloan Valve Company September 2009 - October 2014
Block & Company April 2008 - September 2009
Wickes Furniture January 2007 - March 2008
Baird & Warner 1992 - 2008
Junior League of Evanston-North Shore 2002 - 2004
Rankin Group January 1996 - December 2000
Mestek April 1994 - June 1996
Koldwave May 1982 - June 1996
Skills
Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Budgets, Accounting, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Strategic Financial..., Capital Budgeting, Management, Working Capital..., Leadership, Business Analysis, Cross-functional Team..., Financial Accounting, Income Statement, Cash Flow Forecasting, Inventory Management, SAP, Auditing, Financial Forecasting, Financial Modeling, Corporate Finance, Microsoft Excel, Competitive Analysis, Sales, Change Management, Product Development, ERP, Pricing, Business Planning, Due Diligence, GAAP, Business Strategy, Finance, Operations Management, Cash Flow, Variance Analysis, Revenue Recognition, Treasury Management, Cost Accounting, Managerial Finance, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Mergers & Acquisitions, Internal Controls, Cash Management, Project Planning, Acquisition Integration, P&L Management, Analysis
Education
Lake Forest Graduate School of Management 1992 — 1994
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Accounting and Finance, 3.8 GPA
Kendall College 1987 — 1989
BA Business, Finance & Economics, 4.0 GPA
University of Miami 1984 — 1986
Associate of Arts (AA), Psychology
New Trier High School
Multnomah County Aging and Disabilities May 2011 - Present
Wickes Furniture May 2001 - July 2009
7 11 May 1995 - March 2001
Skills
QuickBooks, PowerPoint
Education
Computer Skills Plus 2008 — 2009
Certificate of Completion, Microsoft Office Computer Programs / Filing / Quick Books, A
Centennial High School 1966 — 1970
Diploma
Mt. Hood Community College
Half way to Associate of Arts, Literature
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development: Denver Homeownership Center March 2015 - Present
Department of the Interior Bureau of Reclamation R&D June 2011 - March 2015
Minnesota Department of Transportation: Office of Policy Analysis, Research & Innovation June 2010 - May 2011
Minnesota Department of Transportation: Research Services June 2008 - May 2011
Minnesota State Lottery: Online Games January 2007 - June 2008
Resource One Realty and Mortgage May 2005 - October 2006
FedEx Express June 2003 - July 2004
Wickes Furniture January 1999 - June 2003
Skills
Project Management, SharePoint, Government, Technical Writing, Social Media, Program Management, Research, WordPress, Web Content Management, Dreamweaver, Information Architecture, Policy Analysis, Customer Service, Web 2.0, Information Management, Change Management, Marketing Communications, Risk Management, Usability, Policy Writing, Accessibility, Innovation Management, Information Design, Communications Planning, Technology Transfer, Market Research, User Experience, Science Communication, Strategic Communications, Open Innovation, Business Process..., Business Analysis, Technology Management, Usability Testing, Webinar Management, Information Systems, Metrics, Crowdsourcing, Contract Management, Proposal Writing, Information Technology, Knowledge Management, Knowledge Transfer, Public Speaking, Research Management, SQL, Data Management, Supervision, Thought Leadership, Data Analysis
Education
University of Denver 2013 — 2016
Master's Degree
The George Washington University - School of Business 2010 — 2010
Certificate
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2006
B.S.
Minneapolis Community and Technical College 1998 — 2001
A.A.
The Mitch Spargur Group - Keller Williams Classic Realty NW January 2015 - Present
United Operations, Inc July 2003 - January 2015
Bliss Entertainment January 2007 - May 2009
Wickes Furniture August 2001 - April 2003
Skills
Maintaining Strong..., Billing and Payment..., Time Management, Budget Process, Strategic Planning, QuickBooks, Cost Control, Microsoft XL, Manage Client..., Marketing Strategy, Invoicing, Finance, Payroll, Accounts Receivable, Accounting, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Sales, Event Planning, Management, Public Speaking, Social Media, Social Networking, Customer Service, Leadership, Advertising
Education
Kaplan University 2014 — 2014
Real Estate License, Real Estate
North Hennepin Community College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Accounting
North Hennepin Community College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Finance and Financial Management Services
North Hennepin Community College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Business Management
Balfour Beatty Rail 2013 - Present
In Transition April 2012 - August 2013
Company Confidential November 2005 - April 2012
Venturi Staffing Partners April 2004 - July 2006
Albertsons August 2005 - October 2005
Wienerschnitzel August 2005 - September 2005
Apollo Enterprises October 2002 - April 2004
Wickes Furniture March 2002 - February 2003
Knott's Berry Farm February 1999 - March 2002
Knott's Berry Farm May 1998 - February 1999
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Power Point, PowerPoint, Invoicing, NowUpToDate..., Procurement, Auditing, Inventorying, Training Leadership, Money Management, Document Drafting, Document Review, Document Processing, Reprographics, Outlook, Receptionist Duties, Customer Service
Education
American InterContinental University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Criminal Justice
Cal Poly Pomona 1994 — 2001
South Hills High School 1990 — 1994
High School Diploma, College/University Preparatory and Advanced High School/Secondary Diploma Program, 2.8
Lamps Plus June 2014 - Present
Telus International Las Vegas December 2013 - Present
Bigs Furniture May 2013 - December 2013
Colleens Classic Consignment October 2009 - December 2012
RainMaker Solutions Ltd. February 2009 - October 2009
Genuine Warranty Solutions May 2008 - February 2009
Wickes Furniture April 2007 - April 2008
Skills
Sales, Sales Management, Retail, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Event Planning, Social Networking, Marketing, Leadership, New Business Development, Small Business, Social Media Marketing, Online Advertising, Entrepreneurship, Training, Management, Selling, Account Management, Direct Sales, Marketing Strategy, Recruiting, Online Marketing, Team Building, Negotiation
Education
Trinity Life Bible College 2005 — 2005
Theological and Ministerial Studies
The Ohio State University 1974 — 1976
Education
CVS Health November 2011 - Present
Intergam Online, ReadOz.com August 2010 - December 2011
Amazon.com October 2008 - June 2009
Wickes Furniture July 2007 - March 2008
Memory Suppliers 2008 - 2008
Accenture February 2007 - May 2007
Roundarch 2003 - 2003
Skills
E-commerce, Product Management, Requirements Analysis, Online Publishing, Development Management, Business Analysis, Content Management, Vendor Relations, Team Management, Cross-functional Team..., Problem Solving, Agile, Technical Writing, Operations Management, Analytics, Process Improvement, E-learning, SharePoint, HTML, Scrum, Public Speaking, Change Management, Sales Enablement, Agile Methodologies, Quality Assurance, SDLC, Requirements Gathering, Leadership, Management, Business Process, Software Documentation, Training, User Experience, Analysis
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago - Graduate College 1995 — 1998
MA, German Literature, Education
DePaul University 1993 — 1995
BA, German Literature, Education, Political Science
Minski Dzjaržauny Lingvistyèny Universitet 1989 — 1992
Bachelor's degree, German Language, Education
Primerica September 2003 - Present
Wickes Furniture March 2007 - March 2008
Education
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 1977 — 1982
Holy Cross High School, River Grove, IL 1973 — 1977
NorthShore Care Supply 2014 - Present
LaMarketSpace Consulting 2013 - 2014
CVS Caremark Corporation 2011 - 2013
BioScrip [Specialty Pharmacy acquired by Walgreen's] 2009 - 2011
Wickes Furniture 2007 - 2008
Tru Vue, Inc 2005 - 2007
Follett 2001 - 2005
Enesco July 1999 - December 2001
W.W. Grainger 1992 - 1999
First Chicago JP Morgan Chase bank 1989 - 1992
Skills
Interactive Marketing, E-commerce, Marketing, Digital Marketing, Product Management, SEM, Customer Acquisition, Customer Retention, Social Media, SEO, Email Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Multi-channel Marketing, Analytics, Direct Marketing, Brand Development, Cross-functional Team..., Facebook, Mobile Marketing, Web Analytics, Strategy, Management, Market Research, Online Advertising, Account Management, New Business Development, Mobile Devices, B2B Marketing, Online Marketing, Digital Media, Strategic Planning, Start-ups, Integrated Marketing, B2B, Social Media Marketing, Product Development, Lead Generation, Project Management, Sales, Digital Strategy, Advertising, Business Strategy, Content Strategy, Website Development, Leadership, PPC, Awesomeness, Competitive Analysis, Creative Direction, General Awesomeness
Education
Duke University 2014 — 2016
Digital Marketing Certificate, Digital Communication and Media/Multimedia
Miami University
B.S. Business Administration, Business Administration, Marketing
University of Pittsburgh
MBA, Marketing and Finance majors
taylor allderdice
Aisle Rocket Studios March 2015 - Present
Blast Radius October 2011 - March 2015
ARS Interactive November 2006 - October 2011
Wickes Furniture February 2005 - November 2006
Skills
InDesign, Competitive Analysis, CRM, Email Marketing, Interactive Advertising, Direct Mail, Analytics, Marketing, Illustrator, Account Management, Omniture, Project Management, Email Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Marketing, Interactive Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Strategy, Digital Strategy
Education
Northern Arizona University 2000 — 2004
BFA, Visual Communication & Photography
CC3.biz 2005 - Present
Commercial Woodwork Solutions September 1999 - Present
Hilton Head Properties, Inc. April 2010 - June 2011
Wickes Furniture August 1995 - September 2000
Havertys Furniture March 1990 - July 1995
Bread of Life Library, Inc. July 1975 - September 1988
Skills
Architectural Millwork..., Architectural Millwork..., Architectural Millwork..., Architectural Millwork..., Furniture Repair, Furniture Refinishing, Furniture Fabrication, Website Development, PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, Millwork, Search Engine..., E-commerce Consulting, Web Design, Web Development, E-commerce, SEO, Refinishing, Furniture, Construction, Finish, XHTML, Web Analytics, Customer Service, Project Management, Sales, Team Building, Account Management, Operations Management
Education
The Criswell College 1984 — 1990
BA, Liberal Arts degree with major in Biblical Studies, 3.8 GPA
Live Oak High School 1961 — 1973
GED High School Equivalency Diploma, Expulsion from campus in 10th or 11th grade
Nanosphere 2015 - Present
Nanosphere 2014 - Present
Stericycle 2012 - 2014
Stericycle 2009 - 2012
Little City Foundation May 2010 - August 2010
Stericycle 2005 - 2009
Wickes Furniture 2001 - 2005
Skills
Budgets, Analysis, Accounting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Cash Flow, Forecasting, Financial Analysis, Financial Reporting, Financial Accounting, Process Improvement, Consolidation, Escheatment, Account Reconciliation, Internal Controls, Microsoft Excel, Revenue Recognition, Auditing, US GAAP, GAAP, Finance, Fixed Assets, General Ledger, Business Planning, Journal Entries, Corporate Finance, WebFilings for SEC..., XBRL Tagging, Lean Thinking
Education
Northern Illinois University 2008 — 2012
Masters in Business Administration, Accounting/ Finance
University of Phoenix
Bachelors of Science, Accounting
MVH Human Capital Consulting 2013 - January 2014
APAC Customer Services 2006 - 2012
Wickes Furniture 2005 - 2006
Sears, Roebuck and Co. 2003 - 2005
Sears, Roebuck and Co. 2002 - 2003
Sears, Roebuck and Co. 1999 - 2002
Sears, Roebuck and Co. 1995 - 1999
Venture Stores 1994 - 1995
Kmart Corporation 1990 - 1994
Osco Drug 1986 - 1989
Education
Lewis University
MBA, Human Resources
Eastern Illinois University
B.S., Computer Management
Cie Games September 2012 - Present
Laserfiche March 2012 - September 2012
CompuLaw Aderant June 2006 - March 2012
Wickes Furniture September 2004 - June 2006
Skills
Customer Relations, Problem Solving, Event Planning, Negotiation, New Business Development, Contract Negotiation, Office Administration, Training, Project Management, Project Planning, Operations Management, SaaS, Agile Project Management, Workflow, Design, Strategic Planning, Process Improvement, Strategic Partnerships, Team Leadership, Account Management, Management, Salesforce.com, Designs
Education
Portland State University 1999 — 2004
Bachelors of Science, Sociology/Communications
Baxalta September 2015 - Present
Motorola Mobility August 2013 - June 2015
Abbott and Abbvie September 2012 - August 2013
Motorola Mobility January 2012 - October 2012
LAN Partners, LLC 2006 - May 2012
Kaplan University June 2010 - December 2011
Wickes Furniture 2007 - 2008
United Stationers June 2005 - December 2006
The Beacon Light, Inc. October 2001 - June 2005
United Marketing Group February 2000 - October 2001
Skills
Product Development, Marketing Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Management, Product Marketing, Web Marketing, Email Marketing, Social Media Marketing, Executive Management, Microsoft Publisher, Microsoft Office, SAP, Consumer Marketing, Brand Management, Brand Loyalty, Product Management, Education, Retail Marketing, Account Management, Creative Strategy, Creative Agency, Advertising Agency, Media Planning, Media Analysis, Media Buying, Licensing, International, 360 Campaigns, New Business Development, Websites, Web Analytics, Google Groups, Team Building, Team Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Aprimo, National Retail, Executive Positions, Sourcing, SEO, SEM, Budget Process, Capital Budgeting, Packaging, POS, Positioning, Digital Media, Contract Negotiating, Managed Agency, Market Research
Education
DePaul University 1992 — 1994
BA, Marketing
Molnlycke Health Care June 2007 - Present
Wickes Furniture 2005 - 2007
Abbott Laboratories 2001 - 2005
MillerCoors 1998 - 2001
Skills
Organizational..., Talent Management, Leadership, Training, Situational Leadership, Succession Planning, Leadership Development, CPLP, MBTI, Executive Coaching, Strategic Planning, Change Management, Medical Devices, Human Resources, Performance Management, Product Launch, Sales Operations, Strategy
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2013 — 2013
Talent Management Marc Efron
Governors State University
Master of Arts (M.A.)
University of St. Francis
Bachelors
Prairie Crossing Charter School August 2005 - Present
Independence Grove Forest Preserve May 2008 - October 2013
Wickes Furniture March 1985 - October 2003
Campbell Mithun Advertising 1978 - 1985
Skills
Direct Mail, Marketing Research, Integrated Marketing, Advertising, Sales, Research, Marketing, Customer Service, Time Management, Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Direct Marketing, Web Design, Media Planning, Social Media Marketing
Education
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago 1980 — 1985
MBA
RCN September 2010 - July 2011
RCN October 2009 - September 2010
RCN August 2005 - January 2010
Wickes Furniture 1999 - 2005
Skills
Online Marketing, Account Management, Online Advertising, Marketing Strategy, Advertising, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, Strategy, E-commerce, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Leadership, Marketing, Event Planning
Education
Carthage College 1995 — 1999
Carthage College
Weir's Furniture Village March 1999 - Present
Fellowship Bible Church North 1996 - 2001
Wickes Furniture 1993 - 1999
Valley Creek Community Church 1989 - 1995
Skills
Strategic Planning, Interior Design, Microsoft Office, Furniture, Negotiation, Sales Management, Public Speaking, New Business Development, Retail, Marketing, Sales, Team Building
Education
Dallas Theological Seminary 1986 — 1990
Master of Theology, Pastoral Ministries
The University of Kansas 1980 — 1983
North American Dental Group August 2014 - Present
The Wireless Center April 2013 - July 2014
DentalOne Partners Inc. 2009 - May 2013
Zimmerman Advertising 2007 - 2009
Wickes Furniture 2004 - 2007
McDougal Littell/Houghton Mifflin 2002 - 2004
Sprint PCS 2000 - 2002
Skills
Financial Analysis, Budgets, Strategy, Market Analysis, Analysis, Business Analysis, Analytics, Advertising, Corporate Finance, Product Development, Accounting, Financial Modeling, Management, Forecasting, Contract Negotiation, Direct Marketing, Business Strategy, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Retail, Marketing, Finance, SDLC, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Human Resources, Sales, Cash Flow, Competitive Analysis, Mergers & Acquisitions, Team Building, Market Research, Business Intelligence, Entrepreneurship, P&L Management, Team Leadership, Business Process..., Managerial Finance, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Healthcare, Account Management, Online Advertising
Education
The University of New Mexico - Robert O. Anderson School of Management 1995 — 1999
BBA, Accounting
Anixter July 2014 - Present
Anixter December 2007 - July 2014
The Nielsen Company August 2006 - November 2007
Wickes Furniture September 2004 - July 2006
Skills
Financial Reporting, Accounting, US GAAP, Financial Analysis, Auditing, GAAP
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2003
B.S., Accountancy
North Central College 1998 — 2000
Holy Cross High School 1994 — 1998
/N SPRO August 2010 - Present
Deloitte Consulting October 2006 - August 2010
Wickes Furniture May 2005 - October 2006
OfficeMax June 2001 - April 2005
Siemens Business Services August 2000 - May 2001
Jo-Ann Stores, Inc. August 1997 - March 2000
Revco Drug Stores November 1990 - July 1997
Skills
SAP Retail, Inventory Management, Retail, Merchandising, Supply Chain, CPFR, Supply Chain Management, Business Analysis, SAP, Business Process..., Change Management, Process Improvement, Project Management, Team Building, Leadership, Management, Forecasting, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Business Process, Integration, SAP R/3, IT Strategy, Strategy, Team Leadership
Education
Kent State University
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Finance, General
Derse March 2014 - Present
SPOON EXHIBITS & EVENTS 2009 - 2014
RES Exhibit Services December 2002 - 2009
Gilspur 1982 - 2001
Wickes Furniture 1980 - 1982
Skills
Relationship Marketing, Trade Shows, Corporate Events, Account Management, Marketing Communications
Education
James E. Sperry High School
Monroe Community College
Rochester Institute of Technology
Beltone Corporation June 2008 - Present
Wickes Furniture November 2007 - May 2008
OfficeMax January 2006 - November 2007
Arhaus Furniture April 2005 - September 2005
Pearle Vision/Cole National December 1998 - April 2005
Bath & Body Works June 1993 - December 1998
Cacique June 1993 - December 1998
Revco Drug Stores, Incorporated October 1989 - June 1993
Skills
Retail, Inventory Management, Forecasting, CPFR, Demand Planning, Merchandise Planning, Manugistics, SAP, Apparel, Furniture, Beauty, Merchandising, Optical Fiber, Inventory Control, Visual Merchandising
Education
Capital University - School of Management 1994 — 1998
Master of Business Administration
Michigan State University 1984 — 1989
Bachelor of Arts, Political Economics and Financial Administration
Wickes Furniture 1975 - 1985
Education
Lewis University 1974 — 1975
Grant Thornton June 2006 - August 2014
Wickes Furniture 2004 - 2006
Allegiance Telecom 2001 - 2004
Skills
Onboarding, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Succession Planning, Talent Acquisition, College Recruiting, Workforce Planning, Human Resources, Benefits Administration, HRIS, Performance Management, Deferred Compensation, Applicant Tracking..., Employee Benefits, New Hire Orientations, Personnel Management, Compensation
Education
DePaul University 1994 — 1998
OSU Physicians, Inc. June 2008 - Present
Sofa Express October 2005 - February 2008
Wickes Furniture March 1997 - October 2005
Cooper Lighting July 1996 - March 1997
Cooper Lighting June 1995 - July 1996
Skills
Onboarding, Performance Management, Employee Relations, HRIS, Human Resources, Recruiting, Organizational..., Personnel Management, Benefits Administration, Payroll, Change Management, Leadership Development, Succession Planning, Organizational Design, Coaching, Retail, Talent Management, Workforce Planning, Training, ADP Payroll, Deferred Compensation, Employee Benefits, Leadership
Education
Northern Illinois University 2000 — 2002
Masters, Business Administration
Northern Illinois University
Bachelors, Probability & Statistics
University of Minnesota January 2015 - Present
Fallout Shelter Arcade November 2009 - Present
University of Minnesota December 2007 - January 2015
ACUI 2011 - 2012
Wickes Furniture November 2000 - September 2007
Hamline University School of Law September 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Higher Education, Data Entry, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Google Apps, Social Media, Public Speaking, Student Affairs, Student Development, Management, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Word, Analysis, Time Management, Training
Education
Hamline University 2005 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts Degree, English
North Hennepin Community College 2003 — 2005
Associate of Arts, General
Wickes Furniture January 2011 - Present
Education
University of San Jose - Recoletos
Wickes Furniture July 2007 - February 2008
Education
Devi Ahilya Vishwavidyalaya 1995 — 1997
Grainger April 2015 - Present
Grainger February 2013 - Present
W.W. Grainger March 2008 - February 2013
Wickes Furniture 2005 - 2008
Skills
Merchandising, Inventory Management, Purchasing, Inventory Control, Pricing, Forecasting, Supply Chain, Product Management, Retail, Microsoft Office, Account Management, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain Management, SAP
Education
Northeastern Illinois University 2000 — 2002
Bachelor's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Loyola University Chicago 1995 — 1996
Robert Kelly Gallery July 2008 - Present
Wickes Furniture 2007 - August 2010
Zierk's Home Furnishings 1980 - 2006
Skills
Furniture, Merchandising, Retail, Promotions, Buying, Real Estate, Sales, Sales Management, Selling, Negotiation, Purchasing, New Business Development, Account Management
Education
University of Notre Dame 1972 — 1976
Fenwal, Inc., a Fresenius Kabi Company September 2008 - Present
Wickes Furniture May 2007 - July 2008
Enesco February 2000 - May 2007
USF Worldwide August 1999 - December 1999
NEC Technologies December 1996 - August 1999
OEI Business Forms March 1987 - December 1996
Skills
Onboarding, Employee Relations, Recruiting, Performance Management, HRIS, Talent Acquisition, PeopleSoft, Human Resources, Applicant Tracking..., Payroll Taxes, Management, Administration, Deferred Compensation, Benefits Administration, Employee Benefits, Payroll
Education
College of DuPage 1985 — 1995
Lake Park
Ashley Furniture HomeStore December 2009 - Present
JC Penney September 2008 - December 2009
Wickes Furniture 2003 - 2008
Wickes Furniture 1989 - 2003
Wickes Furniture 1982 - 1989
Skills
Merchandising, Retail, Visual Merchandising, Hiring, Management, Training, Store Management, Team Building, Income Statement, Budgets, Payroll, Customer Satisfaction, Sales, Marketing, P&L, Leadership, Retail Sales, Sales Operations, Operations Management, Customer Service, Negotiation, Inventory Control
Education
Harper College 1978 — 1980
Associates, Design/Art
kW Energy Solutions Group June 2011 - Present
Core Energy Group, LLC July 2008 - June 2011
Core Energy Group, LLC June 2008 - November 2010
Wickes Furniture October 1985 - August 2008
Wickes October 1980 - October 1985
Wickes October 1978 - October 1980
Skills
Procurement, Fleet Management, Program Management, Real Estate, Energy, Strategic Planning, Contract Negotiation, Purchasing, Negotiation
Education
La Salle University 1992 — 1994
BA, Business
Community College of Allegheny County
Computer Science
OOCL Logistics Sale Service RepOOCL Logistics
Wickes Furniture 2000 - 2008
Wickes Furniture 2000 - 2008
Skills
Logistics, Warehousing, Sales Management, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Microsoft Excel, Team Building, Negotiation, Merchandising, Microsoft Word, Account Management, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Retail, Forecasting, Contract Negotiation, Team Leadership, Outlook, Shipping
Education
Harper College 1983 — 1987
Pointe Commercial Real Estate September 2009 - Present
99 Cents Only Stores September 2008 - September 2009
Wickes Furniture March 2007 - September 2009
International Coffee & Tea, LLC 2006 - 2007
Krause's Furniture January 1989 - October 2001
Education
El Camino College
Ashley Furniture February 2009 - December 2012
Wickes Furniture 1975 - 2008
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Management, Furniture, Interior Design, Product Development, Inventory Management, Forecasting, Marketing, Pricing, Inventory Control, Leadership
Education
CARTHAGE COLLEGE
Wickes Furniture Director - Facility OperationsWickes Furniture1990 - 2008
Education
La Salle University
LTD Commodities January 2012 - Present
LTD Commodities December 2008 - February 2012
Stericycle November 2005 - December 2008
Wickes Furniture 2002 - 2005
Bauer and Bauer Realty June 1996 - May 2002
Washington National Insurance Company June 1983 - June 1992
Skills
Customer Experience, Call Center, Customer Satisfaction, Performance Management, Process Improvement, Salesforce.com, SAP, Lean Initiatives, Social Media, Surveys, Quality Management, Account Management, Sales Process..., SAP CRM, Avaya, Impact 360, Operations Management, Contact Center..., Call Centers, Surveying, Training, Business Process..., Change Management, Cross-functional Team..., Customer Service, Time Management, Leadership, Management, Customer Retention, Team Building, Workforce Management, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Sales, CRM, Forecasting, Team Leadership, Project Management
Education
Loyola University Chicago
Nursing
St. Scholastica
Kelly Services May 2014 - Present
Midwest Heart Specialists - Hoffman Estates May 2008 - August 2010
Wickes Furniture 1979 - 2008
Skills
Customer Service, Leadership, ADP Payroll, Outlook, General Ledger, Data Entry, Training, Accounts Payable, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Payroll, PowerPoint, Process Improvement
Education
Harper College 1978 — 1983
American Signature Inc. May 2013 - Present
Ashley Furniture January 2010 - August 2012
Dania Furniture July 2008 - January 2010
Wickes Furniture 1998 - 2008
Skills
Merchandising, Management, Retail, Store Management, Sales, Training, Team Building, Customer Service, Inventory Control, Marketing, Store Operations, Visual Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Furniture, Profit, Pricing, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management, Selling
Education
Triton-College 1985 — 1986
Ashley Furniture Industries September 2014 - Present
MXD Group February 2014 - September 2014
MXD Group 2008 - February 2014
Wickes Furniture June 1989 - April 2008
Skills
Warehousing, Logistics, Inventory Control, Management, Transportation, Inventory Management, Supply Chain, Operations Management, Supply Chain Management, Retail, Transportation..., Logistics Management, Customer Service, Shipping, 3PL, P&L Management, Warehouse Management, Customer Satisfaction, Pricing, Reverse Logistics, Distribution Center..., International Logistics, Supply Chain..., Freight Forwarding, Freight, LTL, P&L, Air Freight
Education
Harper College 1990 — 1991
CARQUEST September 2008 - Present
Wickes Furniture March 1994 - April 2008
Inland Restaurant Supply June 1988 - March 1994
Skills
Profit, Multi-unit, Retail, Merchandising, Income Statement, Inventory Management, Customer Satisfaction, Sales Management, Loss Prevention, Sales Operations, Operations Management, Team Building, Accountability, B2B, Sourcing, Inventory Control, Sales, Leadership, P, Multi-Unit
Education
Chaffey College 1986 — 1987
Sears Holdings Corporation June 2013 - February 2014
Claire's Stores May 2007 - February 2012
Wickes Furniture 2004 - 2007
Bealls Outlet Stores Inc. July 2002 - July 2003
Belk Department Stores August 1999 - July 2002
Target January 1994 - August 1999
American Express 1981 - 1983
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Supply Chain, Project Management, Instructor-led Training, Employee Training, eCommerce, Management, Forecasting, Profit, P&L Management, Income Statement, Merchandise Planning, CPFR, Quality Assurance, Visual Merchandising, Store Management, Trend Analysis, Pricing, Planograms, Assortment, Multi-channel Retail, P&L, E-commerce
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 1982 — 1997
Business Administration and Management, General
University of Minnesota - Carlson School of Management 1983 — 1987
BA, Accounting
Minneapolis Central High School
Mpls Central High School
Wickes Furniture June 2006 - Present
Education
Illinois State University 1973 — 1976
MasTec Network Solutions October 2013 - Present
Piven Theatre Workshop 2000 - 2012
Wickes Furniture March 2007 - March 2008
Plunkett Home Furnishings January 2000 - April 2005
Skills
Advertising, Marketing, Direct Mail, Direct Marketing, Event Planning, Graphic Design, Photography, Event Management, Social Media, Team Building, Customer Service, Sales
Education
Michigan State University
Travis County November 2012 - Present
Infosys Technologies Ltd September 2008 - November 2012
Allstate Insurance 2010 - 2011
Wickes Furniture July 2006 - August 2008
Carmeuse North America February 2006 - June 2006
Computer Associates October 2005 - January 2006
Skills
ABAP
Education
Osmania University 1996 — 1999
Wickes Furniture Customer ServiceWickes1997 - 2008
Education
El Camino College 1981 — 1982
Lane Bryant October 2008 - June 2009
Wickes Furniture December 2007 - May 2008
Saks Fifth Avenue October 2006 - November 2007
Ross Stores May 2004 - September 2006
Eddie Bauer January 1999 - May 2004
Macy's West March 1995 - January 1999
Skills
Recruiting, Talent Management, Management, Leadership, Retail, Team Building, Merchandising, Operations Management, Inventory Management, Profit, Training, Visual Merchandising, Coaching, Succession Planning, Driving Results, Store Management, Customer Service, Store Operations, Loss Prevention, Inventory Control, Fashion, New Store Openings, Multi-unit, Merchandise Planning, Apparel, Retail Sales, Hiring, Shrinkage, Sales, New Store Development, Income Statement, Customer Satisfaction, Big Box, CPFR, Assortment, Time Management, Associate Development, District Management, Selling, Window Displays, Customer Experience, P&L Management, Trend Analysis, Planograms, POS, Multi-Unit Management, People Development, Multi-channel Retail, Sales Operations, Retail Buying
Education
University of North Florida 1975 — 1977
BA, Music
Intermatic Inc. February 2007 - Present
Composites One 2005 - 2007
DBS Communications 2005 - 2005
Relational Technology 1999 - 2004
Wickes Furniture 1996 - 1999
Skills
Accounting, Forecasting
Education
Illinois State University 1993 — 1995
Aquent August 2014 - Present
CUNA Mutual Group January 2012 - August 2013
Ultratec, Inc. August 2004 - January 2012
University of Houston-Downtown March 2001 - March 2004
Zurich American Insurance February 1997 - September 1999
Wickes Furniture June 1988 - April 1996
Elmhurst Memorial Hospital January 1984 - June 1988
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Creative Writing, Video Production, Online Video, Event Planning, Media Relations, Web Video, Video, Advertising, Email Marketing, Copywriting, Marketing Communications, SEO, Integrated Marketing, Online Marketing, Marketing
Education
University of Phoenix
M.A., Organizational Management
University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point
B.S., Communications
Ashley Furniture August 2009 - Present
La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries June 2007 - August 2009
Wickes Furniture October 1980 - July 2007
Education
Lewis University
ITW 1996 - February 2013
ITW 2002 - 2007
ITW 2001 - 2002
ITW 1996 - 2001
Quill 1992 - 1996
Wickes Furniture 1988 - 1991
Skills
Deferred Compensation, Employee Relations, Human Resources, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Payroll, Training, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Mergers & Acquisitions, Recruiting, HRIS, Workforce Planning, Succession Planning, Benefits Administration, Executive Pay, Personnel Management, Labor Relations
Education
Williamsville South High School 1971 — 1976
Binghamton University
BA, Psychology
Anytime Fitness August 2006 - October 2012
Wickes Furniture January 2005 - December 2006
Bally Total Fitness January 2004 - December 2005
New Horizons January 2003 - December 2004
Los Angeles Daily News January 1992 - December 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Public Speaking, Wellness, Healthcare, Nutrition, Fitness, Coaching, Strategic Planning, Social Media, Research, Event Planning, Driven By Results, Persistence, Time Management, Selling to Customer..., Prospecting Skills, Sales Motivation, Handles Rejection, Committed to..., Product Knowledge, Telemarking
Education
Pierce College 1991 — 1999
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Serta Mattresses January 2014 - Present
Serta Mattresses February 2013 - December 2013
Serta Mattresses November 2011 - February 2013
Mattress Giant April 2009 - December 2011
Mattress Giant May 2007 - December 2010
Verlo Mattress Factory Stores March 2006 - May 2007
Mattress Giant April 2000 - January 2006
Wickes Furniture April 1995 - March 2000
Beloit Memorial High School August 1990 - August 1991
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, New Business Development, Merchandising, Selling, Retail, Account Management, Team Building, Retail Sales, Sales Operations, Sales Management, Inventory Management, Coaching, Recruiting, Profit, Training, Sales Process, Leadership, Management, Cross-functional Team..., B2B, Budgets, Forecasting, Key Account Management, Marketing Strategy, P&L, Selling Skills, Loss Prevention, Strategic Planning, Pricing, Operations Management, Direct Sales, Hiring, P&L Management, Negotiation, Customer Retention, Employee Training, Customer Satisfaction, Purchasing, Marketing, Sales Presentations, Business Planning, Store Management
Education
Beloit College 1986 — 1990
BA, Psychology, Education, Social Studies
Tekserve POS Replenishment Buying AssociateWickes CorpOctober 1977 - June 1988
Wickes Furniture 1977 - 1988
Education
Harper College 1991 — 1993
Deaf Culture
West Leyden High School 1969 — 1973
G.W. Carter, Ltd.: ShopAccountants.com July 2015 - September 2015
Rasmussen College June 2013 - June 2015
Marvin Windows and Doors December 2007 - November 2010
Ultimate Staffing, Inc October 2007 - November 2007
General Transport, Inc. July 2007 - October 2007
State Mechanical, Inc. May 2007 - July 2007
Wickes Furniture January 2006 - May 2007
D R Horton, Inc. February 2003 - September 2005
Wells Fargo November 2000 - February 2003
Wells Fargo Home Mortgage December 1997 - November 2000
Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Training, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office 2010, Relationship Driven, Multi-tasking Skills, Highly personable, Time Management, Blogger, Digital Photography, Photo Editing, Website Manager, Social Media Marketing
Education
Rasmussen College-Minnesota 2013 — 2016
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services, 4.0
Minnesota State Community and Technical College 2008 — 2011
Business Administration and Management, General, 4.0
Minnesota School of Business-Richfield 1988 — 1988
Licensure, Real Estate, State Exam- Passed
Marshall County Central
Diploma
Value City Furniture/ American Signature Furniture September 2011 - Present
Sawyer Nursery March 2008 - August 2014
Rossi April 2011 - June 2011
Arhaus Furniture April 2010 - February 2011
La-Z-Boy November 2008 - February 2009
Walter E.Smithe March 2008 - June 2008
Wickes Furniture June 2002 - April 2008
Wickes Furniture January 2000 - July 2002
La-Z-Boy Furniture Galleries, All Chicago land July 1993 - December 1999
Skills
Store Management, Inventory Control, Visual Merchandising, Sourcing, Merchandising, Sales Operations, Retail, Management, Budgets, Leadership, Sales, Customer Satisfaction, Customer Service, Process Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing, Training, Pricing, Time Management, Team Management, Analysis, Purchasing, Sales Process, Selling, Strategic Planning, Loss Prevention, Negotiation, Process Scheduler, Profit, Inventory Management
Education
Harrington College of Design 1997 — 1999
Interior Design & Architecture
Moraine Valley Community College 1983 — 1984
Psychology Advertising French
SPX Hydraulic Technologies January 2007 - January 2009
Fairbanks Morse Engine September 2005 - January 2007
Wickes Furniture July 2004 - September 2005
Newell Rubbermaid September 2000 - March 2004
Anchor Hocking Specialty Glass July 1999 - September 2000
Carborundum Abrassives, NA March 1997 - July 1999
Roadway Express March 1994 - March 1997
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Football May 1993 - March 1994
Skills
Supply Chain, Customer Service, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Distribution Center...
Education
Allegheny College 1988 — 1992
Bachelor of Arts, Communication Arts
Canadohta Lake
JPMorgan Chase & Co. September 2014 - Present
Bank of America October 2008 - April 2014
Bank of America 2008 - 2009
Fidelity Investments 2006 - 2008
Wickes Furniture 1990 - 2003
Skills
Management, Sales, Microsoft Office, P&L Management, Merchandising, Hiring, Retail, PowerPoint, Team Building, Finance, Customer Service, Income Statement, Strategic Planning, Recruiting, Quality Control, Store Management, Inventory Control
Education
Southeast Missouri State University 1975 — 1979
busines, Marketing
DESMAN Associates January 2013 - Present
DESMAN Associates May 1998 - January 2013
Wickes Furniture October 1994 - May 1998
I. B. Diffusion February 1992 - October 1994
Florian-Wierzbowski 1984 - February 1992
Skills
Sustainable Design, Submittals, Construction, Project Estimation, AutoCAD Architecture, Architecture, Project Management, Renovation, CAD, Architectural Design, Construction Management, LEED
Education
University of Illinois at Chicago 1982 — 1988
B.A., Architecture, Architecture
Lane Technical High School 1977 — 1981
Graduate, Architecture
Walmart December 2014 - Present
Walmart October 2012 - December 2014
Sears Holdings Corporation June 2011 - September 2012
Sears Holdings Corporation October 2010 - June 2011
Rossi Furniture April 2010 - June 2010
Dania Of Illinois Inc. July 2008 - April 2010
Ashley Furniture HomeStore July 2007 - April 2008
Aronson Furniture 2002 - 2006
Circuit City Stores 1998 - 2000
Wickes Furniture 1986 - 1998
Skills
Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Sales, Management, Profit, Inventory Control, Sales Management, Pricing, Sales Operations, P&L, Hiring, Forecasting
Education
Ball State University 1973 — 1975
BS, Journalism, Communications
Hallmark Personnel, Inc. September 1989 - Present
Wickes Furniture 1985 - 1990
Skills
Account Management, Human Resources, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Candidate Generation, Talent Acquisition, Coaching, Strategy, Outlook, Management, Insurance, Recruiting, Customer Service, Sales
Education
Harper College
Wheeling High School
Leggett & Platt November 2006 - April 2009
Leggett and Platt Inc November 2006 - April 2009
Wickes Furniture November 1999 - November 2006
Wickes Furniture November 1999 - November 2006
Sears Logistics Services, Inc. January 1989 - October 1999
Sears Logistics Services, Inc January 1989 - January 1999
Education
College of Du
College of DuPage
2 year, general
Medela, Inc. August 2015 - Present
Cohesion Products August 2010 - May 2015
Maurice Sporting Goods March 2008 - August 2010
Wickes Furniture 2007 - 2008
Von Maur 1997 - 2005
Skills
Forecasting, Product Development, Merchandising, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain Management, Retail, Purchasing, Logistics, Pricing, Demand Planning, Supply Chain, P&L Management, Global Sourcing
Education
Cornell College 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Double Major - Psychology and Elementary Education, Suma Cume Laude
Neiman Marcus / Horchow August 2015 - Present
Pier 1 Imports June 2013 - August 2015
La-Z-Boy June 2008 - March 2013
Wickes Furniture 2006 - 2008
Ashley Furniture Homestores January 2005 - June 2006
Bay Furniture March 2002 - December 2004
Homelife March 2000 - August 2001
Bay Furniture January 1999 - May 2000
Toms-Price Home Furnishings October 1990 - December 1997
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Visual Merchandising, Furniture, Store Management, Fashion, Purchasing, Apparel, Wholesale, Sales Management, Textiles, Trade Shows, Inventory Control, Inventory Management, Sales, New Business Development, Space planning, Team Building, Product Development
Education
Bradley University 1974 — 1975
Liberal Arts
Moody Bible Institute 1971 — 1974
Theology
Unemployed November 2010 - Present
Southern California Renaissance Pleasure Faire April 2008 - May 2011
Mesa Animal Hospital September 2010 - November 2010
Mother's Market and Kitchen June 2010 - September 2010
Coast Community College District July 2005 - September 2008
All Brands Sewing March 2008 - May 2008
Papa Z's January 2007 - May 2007
Wickes Furniture November 2001 - December 2005
Market Broiler March 2004 - December 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, Filing, Answering Phones
Education
Orange Coast College 2005 — 2011
Psychology
Costa Mesa High School
Value City Furniture May 2008 - Present
Wickes Furniture October 2007 - May 2008
The Great Indoors October 2006 - October 2007
Value City Furniture October 2002 - October 2006
The NPD Group (Foodworld Division) May 2001 - May 2002
Bounty SCA Worldwide August 1999 - May 2001
Hapag-Lloyd (America) Inc June 1998 - August 1999
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Management, Research, PowerPoint, Sales, Leadership, Training, Photoshop, English, Process Improvement, Windows
Education
Augustana College 1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration (Concentration: Management), Minor in Psychology
Chicago Public Schools March 2015 - Present
Command Transportation May 2012 - January 2015
Walgreens August 2007 - May 2012
Aerotek May 2007 - August 2007
Wickes Furniture June 2006 - May 2007
Skills
Store Management, Teaching, Lesson Planning, Merchandising, Loss Prevention, Visual Merchandising, Retail, Inventory Management, Planograms, Inventory Control, Customer Service, Store Operations, Microsoft Office, IBM AS/400, Logistics, Problem Solving, Mac, Data Driven Instruction, Differentiated..., Technology Integration, Freight Transportation, Sales, Training, Payroll, Retail Sales, Time Management, Customer Satisfaction
Education
National Louis University 2013 — 2015
Master of Arts (MA), Elementary Education and Teaching, 3.76
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2000 — 2004
Bachelors of Science, Business Management
Southern Illinois University, Carbondale 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (BS), Business Administration and Management, General
tekservePOS August 1995 - June 2009
Schaumburg Township District Library September 1999 - May 2004
Osco Drug January 1989 - May 1995
Wickes Furniture June 1977 - June 1988
Skills
POS, Salesforce.com, Account Management, Sales Management, Data Center, Retail, Customer Service, Key Account Management, Microsoft Office, Sales
Education
Harper College 1990 — 1992
Deaf Studies
Vera Bradley August 2010 - Present
The Paradies Shops January 2008 - May 2009
Wickes Furniture January 2007 - January 2008
Levitz Furniture October 1998 - April 2006
The Orange County Register April 1996 - April 1997
Homelife furniture 1995 - 1997
Skills
Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Retail, Fashion, Marketing, Creative Direction, Teamwork, Strategy, Department Stores, Textiles, Trend, Sales, Management, Leadership, Styling, Apparel, Trend Analysis, Window Displays, Layout, Customer Service, Retail Sales, Brand Development, Store Operations
Education
Pierce College
Theater Arts
Saddleback College
Journalism, 4.0
Borofka's Furniture April 2015 - Present
Today"s Bed May 2014 - April 2015
Becker Furniture World October 2010 - May 2014
Deere Park and Associates May 2008 - September 2010
Wickes Furniture August 2006 - September 2007
Furniture Outlets USA September 2004 - August 2006
Schneiderman's Furniture April 1997 - July 2004
Skills
Sales Management, Retail, Sales Skills Training, Team Leadership, Inventory Management, Event Management, Promotional Strategy, Retail Operations, Staff Development, Training Program..., Selling Skills, Business Operations, Furniture, Store Management, Management, Customer Service, Sales, Merchandising, Team Building, Leadership, Training, Retail Sales, Marketing
Education
North Dakota State University 1971 — 1972
general studies w/emphisis on business
Petrosand Energy, Inc. 2009 - Present
Wayland Ventures, LLC January 2001 - Present
Independent Consultant 1998 - 2009
Reliant Data Systems 1995 - 1998
One Market Place 1985 - 1995
Wickes Furniture 1978 - 1985
Skills
Start-ups, Entrepreneurship, Mergers & Acquisitions, Investments, Leadership, Venture Capital, New Business Development, Finance, Strategic Planning, Due Diligence, Private Equity, Business Development, Business Planning, Financial Analysis, Business Strategy
Education
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Accounting
The Ohio State University
Freed's Furniture 2014 - Present
Freed's Furniture February 2000 - May 2014
Wickes Furniture May 1992 - February 2000
Skills
Customer Service, Furniture, Microsoft Office, Retail, Sales, Sales Operations, Merchandising, Purchasing, Visual Merchandising, Customer Satisfaction, Inventory Management
Education
University of North Carolina at Charlotte
Bank of America April 2007 - Present
Wickes Furniture January 2006 - March 2007
Citi July 2001 - December 2005
CBRE August 1998 - June 2001
Citi August 1989 - July 1998
Skills
Asset Managment, Leasing, Property Disposition, Team Leadership, Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Loan Servicing, Corporate Services, Capital Budgeting, Operating Efficiencies, Operating Expenses, Operating Budgets
Education
Southern Methodist University
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Accounting
Clearwire April 2012 - Present
Insurance Auto Auctions February 2008 - July 2011
Wickes Furniture June 2005 - February 2008
CNA Insurance January 1993 - June 2004
Skills
Program Management, Project Management, Negotiation, Construction Management, LEED, Project Planning, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Construction, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Architecture, Real Estate, MS Project, Retail
Education
Michigan State University 2002 — 2003
Master's Level Certificate in Facility Management
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 1983 — 1985
BS
Arizona State University 1980 — 1983
Architecture
Siemens / Winergy Drive Systems March 2008 - Present
Wickes Furniture June 2007 - February 2008
Unilever September 2004 - June 2007
Skills
Freight, Logistics, Supply Chain, Shipping, International Trade, Customs Regulations, Forecasting, Management, Process Improvement, Continuous Improvement, Contract Negotiation, Export, Import, Lean Manufacturing, Manufacturing, Materials Management, Project Management, SAP, Supply Chain Management
Education
University of Phoenix
Bachelor of Science, Business Management
Pittsburgh Seafoods, Inc. September 2011 - Present
Wickes Furniture October 1976 - December 2004
Education
Community College of Allegheny County 1977 — 1979
Accounting
VAN NUYS HIGH SCHOOL CAREER OFFICE March 2011 - June 2011
Wickes Furniture September 2004 - April 2008
ROBINSONS/May May 1982 - January 2004
Bullocks Department Store/Westwood 1958 - 1986
Furniture Sales Associate January 1980 - January 1985
SIERRA NEVADA MUSEUM OF ART January 1980 - December 1981
Otis Art Institute of Los Angeles County 1972 - 1975
Education
MFA, Otis Art Institute 1972 — 1975
BFA, fine arts
Otis College of Art and Design 1971 — 1975
BFA, MFA, Painting & Design
Otis College of Art and Design 1971 — 1975
BFA, MFA, Painting and Design
Venice High School 1966 — 1969
LA Fellows, Los Angeles Valley College
The Tile Shop March 2014 - Present
ADT Security Services March 2012 - May 2013
The Bedding Experts March 2011 - January 2012
Pitney Bowes March 2008 - March 2009
Wickes Furniture June 2005 - March 2008
Skills
Alarm Systems, CCTV, Fire Alarm, Access Control, Video Analytics, Direct Sales, Cold Calling, Microsoft Office, Burglar Alarm, Health Insurance, Insurance, Life Insurance, Account Management, Sales Management, Customer Service, Marketing, New Business Development, Sales
Education
The University of Southern Mississippi
Allina City/State September 1989 - Present
Sisters of the Good Shephard November 2007 - January 2011
Shoreview Mn November 2007 - January 2010
Sisters of the Good Shepher November 2007 - January 2010
Good Samaritan Nursing Home 2008 - 2010
Allina Hospitals & Clinic September 1989 - January 2009
Wickes Furniture November 1978 - September 1980
Skills
Data Entry, Customer Service, Microsoft Office
Education
Rasmussen College
Anoka Ramsey Community College 1986 — 1989
BS, Buisness
Anoka Technical College 1982 — 1983
Degree, LPN
Anoka Technical College
Walmart May 2012 - Present
Serv-Rite Inc. January 1994 - June 2014
Wickes Furniture November 1987 - May 2008
Skills
Store Management, Training, Merchandising, Management, Inventory Control
Education
Purdue University
Mentoring of America July 2005 - October 2009
Wickes Furniture April 2003 - June 2005
Paul Jardin Suit Factory Outlet January 2002 - March 2003
Education
All About Face Make up Academy 2012 — 2012
Make up Artist Certificate, Make up
University of Phoenix 2010 — 2012
Ashley Furniture 2010 - 2010
American Furniture & Electronics June 2006 - June 2009
Wickes Furniture December 1999 - June 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Computers, Spanish-English, Sales, Office Administration, Furniture
Education
Citrus College 1972 — 1975
Mastery Consulting, Inc April 2015 - Present
Aston Marketing Group 2009 - May 2015
Wickes Furniture May 2005 - September 2008
La Z Boy Gallery February 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Customer Service, Team Building, Call Centers, Account Management, Operations Management, Team Leadership, Customer Experience, Customer Retention, Leadership, New Business Development, Sales, Time Management, Outlook, Sales Operations, Customer Satisfaction, Coaching, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Sales Management, Social Networking, Management, Research, Escalation Resolution, Client Rapport
Education
Citrus College
Business Administration and Management, General
Self-Employed 2000 - 2013
Kelly Services October 2012 - November 2012
Kelly Services 2011 - 2012
Kelly Services 2011 - 2012
Wickes Furniture 2007 - 2007
VoiceStream 1999 - 2001
Skills
Corporate Law, Litigation, Real Estate, Contract Negotiation, Vendor Management, Customer Service, Document Review, Negotiation, WestLaw, LexisNexis, Microsoft Office Suite, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Access, Microsoft Powerpoint, Sage ACT!, Corel WordPerfect, Adobe Acrobat
Education
The John Marshall Law School
Doctor of Law (JD), Business/Commerce, General
Loyola University Chicago
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology, General
Meijer June 2009 - Present
Dawn Food Products January 1999 - June 2009
Wickes Furniture May 1997 - January 1999
Skills
Inventory Management, Inventory Control, Loss Prevention, Merchandising, Customer Service, Forklift Operator, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Distribution Center..., Microsoft Word, Warehousing, Supply Chain, Time Management, Supervisory Skills, Customer Satisfaction, Supply Chain Management, Team Building, Data Entry, Process Improvement
Education
Purdue University Calumet 1997 — 1999
Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Manna Freight Systems, Inc. December 2014 - Present
XPO Last Mile October 2014 - December 2014
Right Way Supply Chain Solutions April 2014 - October 2014
3PD, Inc. July 2011 - December 2013
Exel 2008 - 2011
Wickes Furniture 2002 - 2008
Skills
3PL, Warehousing, Logistics, Warehouse Management, Logistics Management, Transportation, Supply Chain, Transportation..., Supply Chain Management, Shipping, Freight, Supply Chain..., Operations Management, LTL, Freight Forwarding, Inventory Control, Distribution Center..., Inventory Management, Truckload, Reverse Logistics, Process Improvement, Customer Satisfaction, Team Building, Fleet Management, P, Budgets, Customer Service, Dispatching, Management
Education
College of DuPage 2004 — 2006
Associate's degree, Business Administration and Management, General
Darvin Furniture October 2008 - Present
Wickes Furniture October 1999 - February 2008
jcpenney June 1996 - September 1999
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Customer Service, Visual Merchandising, Inventory Management, Fashion
Education
Ray Vogue 1988 — 1990
Bachelor of Arts in Interior Design
Moraine Valley Community College 1985 — 1988
Associate of Arts (AA)