Adrienne Mcfarland M.A.Ed (She-Her)
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Stacey Pitts Caldwell, MBA
Adrienne is a self-motivated and driven entrepreneur that has a strong passion for connecting with people, helping to create opportunities for synergy and alignment. With top-notch interpersonal skills, and the ability to take challenges head on, Adrienne can positively change the energy in any room and facilitate a "can do" attitude from the group to get things done. Adrienne has worked with me on several of my teams throughout many of my career roles. Her drive, dedication and collaborative approach is what stood out to me the most and I have been pulling her into my projects ever since. While I have had the honor of mentoring Adrienne, she is a strong young professional in her own right and I have learned from her as well. She is a great addition to any project or team and can help lead the way to success for any organization.
Emmanuel Tuombe, P.E.
Adrienne is great at what she does. She is passionate and bring innovative ideas to companies she work with. She helped us with social media strategies through the TSBDC and she did an amazing job helping us come up with our social media strategies.
LinkedIn User
Adrienne has been an asset to my development as an entrepreneur. She’s empowered me to take ownership of my company branding and connecting with my client base. She is very resourceful, intuitive, and strategic in her work with clients.
Stacey Pitts Caldwell, MBA
Adrienne is a self-motivated and driven entrepreneur that has a strong passion for connecting with people, helping to create opportunities for synergy and alignment. With top-notch interpersonal skills, and the ability to take challenges head on, Adrienne can positively change the energy in any room and facilitate a "can do" attitude from the group to get things done. Adrienne has worked with me on several of my teams throughout many of my career roles. Her drive, dedication and collaborative approach is what stood out to me the most and I have been pulling her into my projects ever since. While I have had the honor of mentoring Adrienne, she is a strong young professional in her own right and I have learned from her as well. She is a great addition to any project or team and can help lead the way to success for any organization.
Emmanuel Tuombe, P.E.
Adrienne is great at what she does. She is passionate and bring innovative ideas to companies she work with. She helped us with social media strategies through the TSBDC and she did an amazing job helping us come up with our social media strategies.
LinkedIn User
Adrienne has been an asset to my development as an entrepreneur. She’s empowered me to take ownership of my company branding and connecting with my client base. She is very resourceful, intuitive, and strategic in her work with clients.
Stacey Pitts Caldwell, MBA
Adrienne is a self-motivated and driven entrepreneur that has a strong passion for connecting with people, helping to create opportunities for synergy and alignment. With top-notch interpersonal skills, and the ability to take challenges head on, Adrienne can positively change the energy in any room and facilitate a "can do" attitude from the group to get things done. Adrienne has worked with me on several of my teams throughout many of my career roles. Her drive, dedication and collaborative approach is what stood out to me the most and I have been pulling her into my projects ever since. While I have had the honor of mentoring Adrienne, she is a strong young professional in her own right and I have learned from her as well. She is a great addition to any project or team and can help lead the way to success for any organization.
Emmanuel Tuombe, P.E.
Adrienne is great at what she does. She is passionate and bring innovative ideas to companies she work with. She helped us with social media strategies through the TSBDC and she did an amazing job helping us come up with our social media strategies.
LinkedIn User
Adrienne has been an asset to my development as an entrepreneur. She’s empowered me to take ownership of my company branding and connecting with my client base. She is very resourceful, intuitive, and strategic in her work with clients.
Stacey Pitts Caldwell, MBA
Adrienne is a self-motivated and driven entrepreneur that has a strong passion for connecting with people, helping to create opportunities for synergy and alignment. With top-notch interpersonal skills, and the ability to take challenges head on, Adrienne can positively change the energy in any room and facilitate a "can do" attitude from the group to get things done. Adrienne has worked with me on several of my teams throughout many of my career roles. Her drive, dedication and collaborative approach is what stood out to me the most and I have been pulling her into my projects ever since. While I have had the honor of mentoring Adrienne, she is a strong young professional in her own right and I have learned from her as well. She is a great addition to any project or team and can help lead the way to success for any organization.
Emmanuel Tuombe, P.E.
Adrienne is great at what she does. She is passionate and bring innovative ideas to companies she work with. She helped us with social media strategies through the TSBDC and she did an amazing job helping us come up with our social media strategies.
LinkedIn User
Adrienne has been an asset to my development as an entrepreneur. She’s empowered me to take ownership of my company branding and connecting with my client base. She is very resourceful, intuitive, and strategic in her work with clients.
Credentials
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Shopify Go: Empower Partner Coach
ShopifyApr, 2021- Nov, 2024 -
Business fundamentals
ShopifyJan, 2022- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director, Small Business
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Apr 2022 - Present
Director of the Illinois Small Business Development Center (SBDC) manages the successful growth of the Chamber’s Small Business Development Center and coordinates all client consultations and follow-up resources, in addition to executing the City of Chicago Neighborhood Business Development Center (NBDC) grant and curriculum.
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Virtual Coordinator
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Jul 2020 - May 2022
Responsible for coordinating the operational functions of the Chamber’s Illinois Small Business Development Center grant related programs and maintaining all client related activities.
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Coupla
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United States
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IT Services and IT Consulting
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Principal Consultant
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Jan 2021 - Present
Bridging the digital divide is what feeds the soul of our company. We have witnessed the way digital commerce has changed the way we do business and shop. At, Coupla we we believe it is our job to stay ahead of the most current trends in commerce.We can design your store, plan your next pop-up shop, or consult with you about your business strategy. Our team has experience across various platforms and integrations that can be used to bring your business and its' products online. Bridging the digital divide is what feeds the soul of our company. We have witnessed the way digital commerce has changed the way we do business and shop. At, Coupla we we believe it is our job to stay ahead of the most current trends in commerce.We can design your store, plan your next pop-up shop, or consult with you about your business strategy. Our team has experience across various platforms and integrations that can be used to bring your business and its' products online.
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Chaibles
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United States
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Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
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Founder|Co-Owner
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Feb 2017 - Present
At Chaibles, we believe in simplicity, style and equality. Our passion for high-quality home and office furniture provides design, affordability, and comfort to people from all walks of life because we believe that everyone deserves a seat at the table. This belief goes beyond furniture. We want Chaibles to have a beneficial impact on your life, and with our commitment to driving positive change, our primary goal is to create a better everyday life for one and all. By speaking up for the values we believe in and holding roundtable discussions, we can positively change society.
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Tennessee Small Business Development Centers (TSBDC)
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Webinar trainer/Business advisor
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Apr 2021 - Sep 2021
As a Shopify Empower Coach I have decided to use my personal and professional e-commerce development skills to teach others how to start or scale their businesses using the internet. As a Shopify Empower Coach I have decided to use my personal and professional e-commerce development skills to teach others how to start or scale their businesses using the internet.
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St. Jude Children's Research Hospital - ALSAC
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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700 & Above Employee
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Senior Regional Development Representative
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May 2013 - Sep 2017
Responsible for generating revenue by developing, managing, recruiting, and expanding volunteer and donor efforts throughout the region. Maximizes funds raised for the hospital while increasing the support for and awareness of St.Jude. Conducts special events throughout the region, works with and managed the coordinators of these events to maximize income, broaden events and expand fund raising into new areas within region; test new events and cultivated leads to develop a new event.
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Multicultural Event Marketing Representative
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Apr 2012 - Jul 2013
Responsible for managing and expanding volunteer efforts and volunteer chapters throughout the region targeting the multicultural market. Maximize funds for the hospital, while increasing the support for and awareness of St.Jude Children's Research Hospital. Conducts special events throughout the region, works with and manages the coordinators of these events to maximize income, broadens events, and expands fundraising into new areas within region.
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Tennessee State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Marketing Manager Tennessee State University
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Jul 2011 - Apr 2012
•Manage and coordinate in-game duties including the student marketing internship program.•Assist with the creation and implementation of donor activities including location, invites, program etc. •Solicit and generate ticket and ad sales for game programs as well as game day promotional sponsorships to enhance the Tennessee State athletic brand•Develop and execute a plan for community outreach to various youth and community programs•Execute a successful social media and email campaign as well as manage the creation and distribution of print materials such as newsletters, flyers, brochures, and posters
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Tennessee State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Graduate Assistant Broadcasting and Sales
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May 2009 - May 2011
•Solicit ad and ticket sales by daily cold calling, appointments, and email leads.•Assist with the development and implementation of the game day script and run-down for revenue sports•Assist director with the development, promotion, and time-management of all radio and television broadcast •Assist Associate AD with identifying new leads and research materials•Execute in-game marketing and promotional plans, particularly for football and basketball •Solicit ad and ticket sales by daily cold calling, appointments, and email leads.•Assist with the development and implementation of the game day script and run-down for revenue sports•Assist director with the development, promotion, and time-management of all radio and television broadcast •Assist Associate AD with identifying new leads and research materials•Execute in-game marketing and promotional plans, particularly for football and basketball
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BET
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Entertainment
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700 & Above Employee
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Production Assistant
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Feb 2008 - Mar 2008
Maintained On site Office duties, delivered daily production schedule and script. Assistant for Public Relations department, controlled giveaways for station marketing and promotions for new television programming Maintained On site Office duties, delivered daily production schedule and script. Assistant for Public Relations department, controlled giveaways for station marketing and promotions for new television programming
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Education
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2009 - 2011
Tennessee State University
Master's Degree, Sports Administration -
2005 - 2009
Tennessee State University
Bachelor's Degree, Mass Communications
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