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Core competencies include, but are not limited to, the following:
Business Management
Financial Management
Marketing
Communications
Relationship Building
Team Leadership
Collaboration
Interpersonal Skills
Public Relations
Program Development
Event Coordination
Government Affairs
MS Office Suite
Photoshop
Executive Director
Returned organization to financial solvency through strategic financial management
Strict financial mgmt. led to rebuilding of reserves to $20,000
Recovered approximately 20% of outdated receivables
Implemented new billing system to create accurate and timely receivables
Redesigned the budget allowing better vision/transparency of our financial position
Led update of database to create accurate account info, contacts and billing
Implemented technology update integration with new server, data backup, laptops, corresponding software, phone
system and credit card capture for
Guided efforts to develop a new website using WordPress providing users easier access to information and
efficient updating by staff
Improved member retention by 23%
Coordinated public policy efforts to advocate for our business members
Drove workforce development initiatives to benefit area businesses
Created a Young Professionals group to assist and groom our up and coming workforce
Led development committee for Real World Ready Career Day
Increased number of volunteers on Ambassador committee through recruitment and training
Developed and improved relationships with city, school district and other organizations to collaborate on likeminded objectives
Managed Board of Directors, 45+ volunteers, and staff
Oversaw daily operations
Executive Director
Managed a $16,000 deficit budget back to profitability during the recession (2007 2010)
Accomplished above without use of reserves
Trained staff on value of membership to raise retention 5%
Led education effort to help member businesses realize benefits of membership
Trimmed yearly expenses $10,000 by increasing efficiencies and eliminating unnecessary expenses
Increased income 5% yearly through recession with value added events (Annual Golf Tournament, Buy Local
Initiative)
Designed and implemented a new membership structure providing more value to members and long term
financial stability for organization
Implemented technology update integration with new server, data backup, laptops, corresponding software, and
multi-function printer
Built productive relationships through collaboration, listening, speaking, writing and social media
Increased social media presence through Facebook
Developed and improved relationships with many community organizations to collaborate on like-minded
objectives
Began work on creating new website
Managed Board of Directors, 35+ volunteers, and staff
1994-2007
Owner/Operator
Purchased failing existing business and returned to profitability within 5 years
Increased gross sales 220% within 8 years
Developed and maintained long term relationships with clients and vendors
Managed a facility move with purchase of our own building
Managed business name change and public promotion of that change
Implemented transition to digital capture in 1999 to lead the market and provide instant customer satisfaction
Created an interactive sales presentation for customers heightening their emotions and increasing sales
Consistently updated camera equipment, computers and corresponding software
Designed all marketing materials using our photography and promoting our brand
Exercised financial responsibility to assure integrity and growth
Coordinated purchasing, maintenance and operation of all equipment and inventory
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Associate of Arts, Marketing
Normandale Community College, Bloomington, MN