Director Of Continuous Improvement

• Aug 2022 - Present

Program Manager

• May 2021 - Aug 2021

Position was responsible for evaluating, integrating, and communicating process improvements to many stakeholders within the Amazon Fresh Business. Specifically assigned to evaluate the Distribution Centers and how product infrastructure was used to eliminate product waste, inaccurate inventory counts, and safety concerns amongst employees. Position was responsible for evaluating, integrating, and communicating process improvements to many stakeholders within the Amazon Fresh Business. Specifically assigned to evaluate the Distribution Centers and how product infrastructure was used to eliminate product waste, inaccurate inventory counts, and safety concerns amongst employees.

Process Improvement Leader

• Sep 2020 - May 2021

In the short time with Sunwarrior, I was promoted multiple times beginning as R&D Project Manager to the Process Improvement Leader for all Operations at Sunwarrior. These promotions happened due to my performance and proactive behavior in continually problem solving and adopting a “Lean” philosophy of operations management. Some accomplishments worth noting include cutting down Product to market cycle for new products at Sunwarrior by 60%, establishing a leadership training and accountability program for the entire company, helped launched more new products at Sunwarrior than in its entire history in the 1.5 years under my leadership. Show less

Lead Project Manager

• Jul 2019 - Oct 2020

Business Analyst

• Jan 2018 - Jul 2019

Position entails developing new, cost-saving, and efficient updates to software for SkyWest's internal SkyTrack system. This includes regular project development and management with stakeholders from the maintenance department. I worked on updates to SkyTrack's Repair Authorization Processes, LOPA Screen, Flightview, and Electronic Engineering Authorizations processes. This position required great communication skills, in-depth research, and an ability to think critically. In my short time with SkyWest, I was an enthusiastic team player/motivator, and an excellent problem solver going beyond what was expected of me. For example, while doing research and requirements gathering for the RA project, I was able to determine and develop a cost-saving process for the records department; saving them over 5 months of extra labor for RA auditing. This project also required me to learn on my own a new AutoIT VB scripting language in order to complete the project while having the ability to multi-task on other concurrent projects. Show less

Business Analyst

• May 2017 - Dec 2017

Position entails highly skilled problem solving on multiple projects involving machine learning, natural language processing, data analytics, and consumer insights. I was able to leverage my wide array of skills including developing in SQL, VBA, data analysis and project management to invent an entire new end-to-end process for the highest profile project of the company. This increased efficiency of the project over ten-fold and cut costs by over 50% during multiple phases. During this project, I was also able to manage a team of 10 interns who were tasked to meet a highly important deadline on a piece of the project. I also took on tasks outside my normal roles/responsibilities to help my team meet goals. This included setting up an entire backend process in SSMS (SQL Server Management Studio) to work with a newly invented tool, among other technical tasks where I invented more creative ways to save the company money. Within the short time on this project and within the company, I was able to make a huge impact and drove project timelines forward while inventing new productive solutions. Show less

Business Analyst

• Feb 2016 - Apr 2017

Position entails consulting and supporting the entire buying department for Zumiez. I was promoted to this position within a year of starting at Zumiez for my hard work, competitiveness, and problem solving capabilities. The team I belong to is responsible for developing tools for Buyers and Executives to make better business decisions. Tools and solutions we build cut costs by improving supply chain efficiency, increase sales by improving forecasting capabilities, and uphold data integrity for all inventory at Zumiez. My role is highly analytical and problem solving is a necessary role in order to make an impact for Zumiez. Show less

Solutions Desk Analyst

• Feb 2015 - Feb 2016

Provide creative solutions that help create the best end user experience possible. As a member of the Solutions Desk Team, I play a key role in front line support as well as acting as a consultant to the business when analyzing and providing technical solutions. Requires being a technical guru, as well as assisting senior support staff members in higher level support, monitoring, and maintenance of all IT systems.

Digital Marketing Coordinator

• Aug 2014 - Feb 2015

My responsibilities include developing department marketing campaigns, graphic design and proofing of department materials, and creating email marketing campaigns among thousands of company contacts in order to increase marketing referrals leading to more job accounts and greater revenue. Another responsibility is to integrate and verify company information into the newly implemented company reporting software. My responsibilities include developing department marketing campaigns, graphic design and proofing of department materials, and creating email marketing campaigns among thousands of company contacts in order to increase marketing referrals leading to more job accounts and greater revenue. Another responsibility is to integrate and verify company information into the newly implemented company reporting software.

Graduate Computer Services Specialist

• Aug 2013 - Aug 2014

My position entails helping create Business intelligence models for athletic projects, managing athletics department software and repairs, working with upper-level administrators to best fit student-athletes with technology for academic success, and solving complex technology issues within the athletics department in order to cut cost and enhance athletic’s organizational structure. Our department of 3 people was responsible for over a 1,000 student athletes and staff and were required to meet very fast-paced deadlines under a strict budget. Show less

Lab Instructor for MIS Univeristy Course (Management Information Systems)

• Aug 2013 - Jun 2014

As a lab instructor my responsibilities are to teach and guide over 100 students each week in Microsoft Office Suite assignments, have personal high proficiency in the different Microsoft softwares in order to best guide students, manage the grading and attendance of students in class, and I have also been trusted to manage and control all lab instructors drop boxes for grading assignments.

Varsity Rugby Athlete

• Dec 2013 - May 2014

I am an enthusiastic member of WSU's Rugby Club. I am a new participant to the sport, and have learned very rapidly the rules, regulations, and techniques to achieve success on the field.

Athletics Compliance Intern

• May 2013 - Aug 2013

My position entails assisting the associate director of compliance, redesigning department documents, and evaluating prospective student-athlete’s eligibility. I perform daily administrative tasks; filing, supply distribution, and directing of compliance questions.

Varsity Student Athlete

• Jun 2009 - May 2013

As a defensive linebacker it was my responsibility each week to study film, practice skills to the best of my abilities, and perform competitively each game in high-pressure situations. I had to communicate in a high pace environment where necessary information needed to be delivered in a precise and accurate manner to accomplish team goals.

Administrative Intern

• May 2013 - Jan 2014

This experience gave me the opportunity to gain knowledge in critical business functions such as, project management, accounting and collections. As well as experience with customer relations within the sales team. This experience gave me the opportunity to gain knowledge in critical business functions such as, project management, accounting and collections. As well as experience with customer relations within the sales team.