Austin Shission, MBA
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Abide Coffeehouse
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United States
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Food and Beverage Retail
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1 - 100 Employee
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Co-Owner
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Nov 2022 - Present
At Abide our goal is to bring you more than great-tasting specialty coffee- we want to bring you a place that feels like home. Nestled in downtown Wilkes-Barre, we believe we’ve been gifted with a special opportunity to take part in paying homage to our city’s history while still offering a modernity that appeals to all generations. We are rooted in community. We want our space to be one that you truly abide at. Hang out, talk, and come for events. We love that we are located between… Show more At Abide our goal is to bring you more than great-tasting specialty coffee- we want to bring you a place that feels like home. Nestled in downtown Wilkes-Barre, we believe we’ve been gifted with a special opportunity to take part in paying homage to our city’s history while still offering a modernity that appeals to all generations. We are rooted in community. We want our space to be one that you truly abide at. Hang out, talk, and come for events. We love that we are located between two major colleges and within the heart of a working district in Wilkes-Barre. We want to be a place that you make a part of your everyday. Show less At Abide our goal is to bring you more than great-tasting specialty coffee- we want to bring you a place that feels like home. Nestled in downtown Wilkes-Barre, we believe we’ve been gifted with a special opportunity to take part in paying homage to our city’s history while still offering a modernity that appeals to all generations. We are rooted in community. We want our space to be one that you truly abide at. Hang out, talk, and come for events. We love that we are located between… Show more At Abide our goal is to bring you more than great-tasting specialty coffee- we want to bring you a place that feels like home. Nestled in downtown Wilkes-Barre, we believe we’ve been gifted with a special opportunity to take part in paying homage to our city’s history while still offering a modernity that appeals to all generations. We are rooted in community. We want our space to be one that you truly abide at. Hang out, talk, and come for events. We love that we are located between two major colleges and within the heart of a working district in Wilkes-Barre. We want to be a place that you make a part of your everyday. Show less
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E-Commerce Accelerator
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United States
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Business Consulting and Services
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Owner
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Aug 2019 - Present
E-Commerce Accelerator (Formerly Shission & Company) is an integrated consulting team of designers, developers, and thinkers that builds fresh experiences people love. Powered by our design-led innovation process we deliver end-to-end experiences to help businesses grow. From creative brands and websites to intuitive apps and systems to digital hardware, we work with you from strategy to execution to create what’s next. E-Commerce Accelerator (Formerly Shission & Company) is an integrated consulting team of designers, developers, and thinkers that builds fresh experiences people love. Powered by our design-led innovation process we deliver end-to-end experiences to help businesses grow. From creative brands and websites to intuitive apps and systems to digital hardware, we work with you from strategy to execution to create what’s next.
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Medicine Unfiltered
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United States
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Online Audio and Video Media
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Podcast Host
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Dec 2021 - Feb 2023
When we talk about medicine, what do we mean? There are the obvious like hospitals, doctors offices, and ambulatory care. We also have manufacturers of medical devices, equipment, and hospital supplies. There is medical insurance, medical services, and managed care to name a few more. What does all this entail? What are the dirty deets you don’t know? Join us as we talk to healthcare professionals from all sectors! When we talk about medicine, what do we mean? There are the obvious like hospitals, doctors offices, and ambulatory care. We also have manufacturers of medical devices, equipment, and hospital supplies. There is medical insurance, medical services, and managed care to name a few more. What does all this entail? What are the dirty deets you don’t know? Join us as we talk to healthcare professionals from all sectors!
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Chief Operations Officer
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Aug 2019 - Nov 2020
-Planning and implementing global E-Commerce strategy -Analyze internal operations and identify areas of process enhancement -Develop actionable strategies and plans that ensure alignment with short-term and long-term objectives developed in tandem with the CEO -Monitor performance with tracking and establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports, both current and forecasting -Maintain and build trusted relationships with key customers, clients, and… Show more -Planning and implementing global E-Commerce strategy -Analyze internal operations and identify areas of process enhancement -Develop actionable strategies and plans that ensure alignment with short-term and long-term objectives developed in tandem with the CEO -Monitor performance with tracking and establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports, both current and forecasting -Maintain and build trusted relationships with key customers, clients, and partners Show less -Planning and implementing global E-Commerce strategy -Analyze internal operations and identify areas of process enhancement -Develop actionable strategies and plans that ensure alignment with short-term and long-term objectives developed in tandem with the CEO -Monitor performance with tracking and establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports, both current and forecasting -Maintain and build trusted relationships with key customers, clients, and… Show more -Planning and implementing global E-Commerce strategy -Analyze internal operations and identify areas of process enhancement -Develop actionable strategies and plans that ensure alignment with short-term and long-term objectives developed in tandem with the CEO -Monitor performance with tracking and establish corrective measures as needed, and prepare detailed reports, both current and forecasting -Maintain and build trusted relationships with key customers, clients, and partners Show less
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Director Of Development
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Feb 2019 - Aug 2019
-Proofed and edited donor cultivation mailings and ensured that production timelines were followed by vendors. -Updated website on regular basis -Created donor communications, social media posts, and gift-in-kind solicitation materials such as brochures, posters, receipt stuffers, etc. -Created email marketing messages -Created display materials for use at Open House or speaking engagements. -Took photographs of Mission activities, clients, and guests.
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Volunteer and Special Events Coordinator
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Oct 2018 - Feb 2019
-Oversaw and managed the volunteer scheduling that support the Mission programs. -Oversaw and maintained volunteer information in database. -Maintained weekly/monthly volunteer activity calendar. -Responsible for the orientation of new and current volunteers -Provided reports, as required, for volunteer activities. -Managed volunteer relationships with businesses, colleges and churches. -Coordinated with mission staff to ensure appropriate volunteer resourcing of… Show more -Oversaw and managed the volunteer scheduling that support the Mission programs. -Oversaw and maintained volunteer information in database. -Maintained weekly/monthly volunteer activity calendar. -Responsible for the orientation of new and current volunteers -Provided reports, as required, for volunteer activities. -Managed volunteer relationships with businesses, colleges and churches. -Coordinated with mission staff to ensure appropriate volunteer resourcing of programs. -Managed volunteer requirements for Message and Meal schedule (meal providers & speaker). -Managed all relevant volunteer clearances. -Cultivated relations with local colleges and universities through participation in college fairs. -Developed and increased church relations through participation of outreach activities and events. -Cultivated relations with community through participation in various fairs and events
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Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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200 - 300 Employee
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District 1 Archon- National Board of Directors
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Jun 2017 - Jul 2019
-Made decisions that move forward the mission of an 80,000+ member organization -Gained knowledge in finances, insurance, and business operations -Made decisions that move forward the mission of an 80,000+ member organization -Gained knowledge in finances, insurance, and business operations
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Northeast Surveyors
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Dallas, PA
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Field Surveryor
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May 2015 - Jul 2019
-Worked under the direction of supervisor conducting land surveys -Carried out tasks with multiple coworkers as team to finish jobs within the allotted time -Worked under the direction of supervisor conducting land surveys -Carried out tasks with multiple coworkers as team to finish jobs within the allotted time
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URI Interfraternity Council
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University of Rhode Island
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Director of Service and Involvement
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May 2017 - Jun 2018
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Self Employed
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United States
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Author
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Mar 2015 - Nov 2017
“Going Greek” offers a unique perspective on the Greek system through first-hand accounts, general knowledge, and its inner workings. With chapters covering everything from recruitment to academics, and even hazing, this text is honest in its views with recognizing the great things and shortcomings in the Greek system. I hope to shed light on the workings and true purpose of the Greek community in an effort to inform others and to help in stopping those that put the community in a bad light… Show more “Going Greek” offers a unique perspective on the Greek system through first-hand accounts, general knowledge, and its inner workings. With chapters covering everything from recruitment to academics, and even hazing, this text is honest in its views with recognizing the great things and shortcomings in the Greek system. I hope to shed light on the workings and true purpose of the Greek community in an effort to inform others and to help in stopping those that put the community in a bad light. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the following organizations and causes: URI Greek Life Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity HazingPrevention.org Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network Show less “Going Greek” offers a unique perspective on the Greek system through first-hand accounts, general knowledge, and its inner workings. With chapters covering everything from recruitment to academics, and even hazing, this text is honest in its views with recognizing the great things and shortcomings in the Greek system. I hope to shed light on the workings and true purpose of the Greek community in an effort to inform others and to help in stopping those that put the community in a bad light… Show more “Going Greek” offers a unique perspective on the Greek system through first-hand accounts, general knowledge, and its inner workings. With chapters covering everything from recruitment to academics, and even hazing, this text is honest in its views with recognizing the great things and shortcomings in the Greek system. I hope to shed light on the workings and true purpose of the Greek community in an effort to inform others and to help in stopping those that put the community in a bad light. A portion of the proceeds will be donated to the following organizations and causes: URI Greek Life Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity HazingPrevention.org Rape, Abuse & Incest National Network Show less
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Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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200 - 300 Employee
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RI Beta President
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Dec 2015 - Oct 2016
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Education
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Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine
Master's degree, Biomedical Sciences, General -
UT Permian Basin
Master of Business Administration - MBA, Business Administration and Management, General -
University of Rhode Island
Bachelor's degree, Microbiology, Pre-Med