Experience

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  Caterpillar Inc.

  • United States
  • Machinery Manufacturing
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Marketing Specialist

    • Feb 2022 - Present

    • Serve as Event Lead for the Global Rental and Used Equipment Services (GRUES) organization, planning and executing the division’s yearly Rental Summit• Redefine the social media strategy for The Cat Rental Store’s Facebook and Instagram accounts and collaborate across cross-functional teams to produce engaging content • Work with agency partners to create new and update existing Marcom content, and act as a liaison for our email marketing campaigns • Revitalize the CatRentalStore.com corporate website, showcasing dynamic product cards which accurately represent rental fleets across the dealer network

  • Early Talent Recruiter

    • Oct 2020 - Feb 2022

    • Served as Functional Area Coordinator for Information Technology, Human Resources and Environmental Health & Safety• Utilized virtual and on-site career fairs, LinkedIn Recruiting, Handshake, and social media to build an early talent pipeline• Increased Intern to Full-Time conversion from 41% to 55% during my first year in the role• Created, planned, and coordinated events such as the IT Case Competition, Tech Talks, “Your Career should be a Jungle Gym Not a Ladder” Panel, and a meet and greet with the Vice President of Global Information Services • Onboarded the first high school trainees through the Peoria Public School grant program• Focus on diversity and inclusion initiatives to help attract, hire, and retain diverse candidates • Understand the needs of Hiring Managers to fill 35-40 allocations per recruiting season• Familiar with Workday (application tracking) and Beamery (customer relationship management) Program Manager for Digital & IT Development Program and Secure Software Apprenticeship Program• Communicated monthly and/or quarterly with the current 13 participants to monitor progress, assist with professional development, and facilitate rotations • Solicited new diverse rotation opportunities by educating prospective leaders on the program’s benefits and logistics • Partnered with the DITDP Steering Committee to align rotations and final placements to the strategic workforce plan • Fostered a relationship with Illinois Central College to educate, attract, and hire student apprentices into the Secure Software Apprenticeship Program• Oversaw transition from apprentice to full-time and successful enrollment in the Caterpillar Tuition Assistance Program for continuing education

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  Bradley University

  • Peoria, Illinois Area

  • Admissions Counselor

    • Apr 2019 - Oct 2020
    • Peoria, Illinois Area

    • Oversaw recruitment efforts in eight states as part of territory manager duties• Strategically planned travel throughout assigned territory representing the University at recruitment and campus events• Marketed the University to prospective students and their families while informing them about...

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  Create a Scene!

  • Washington, IL

  • Event Assistant

    • Apr 2016 - Aug 2019
    • Washington, IL

    Communicated with internal and external clients to seamlessly execute creative visions for weddings and corporate events. Learned to thrive in a fast pace environment, and work under pressure with time constraints. Managed on-site set up and tear down of event décor, floral arrangements, and ot...

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  The Helen Wells Agency

  • Model

    • Jan 2015 - Apr 2019

    • Print clients included Creative Knitting, Churchill Downs, Vera Bradley, and Indianapolis Monthly • Commercial clients included White Castle • Runway clients included Saks Fifth Avenue, Lafayette 148, Carolina Herrera

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  Maui Jim

  • Based in Peoria, IL

  • Event Specialist

    • Aug 2012 - Dec 2015
    • Based in Peoria, IL

    Coordinated multiple events simultaneously while delivering outstanding customer service. Acted as an ambassador and upheld brand standards while spreading the “Aloha Spirit” Maui Jim is known for.  Traveled, both domestically and internationally, to execute customized sunglass fittings at corp...

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  Paws Up

  • Concierge

    • Apr 2012 - Aug 2012

    Manage Guests' expectation through pre-arrival calls and e-mails to help inform guests about this five star Resort's activities, policies, and general information

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  Gap Inc./Banana Republic

  • Retail Sales Associate

    • Oct 2011 - Apr 2012

    • Strengthened analytical skills through understanding store financials • Had strong impact on store sales and customer satisfaction by taking initiative to drive results• Continually met goals set forth by the company

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  The Lodge and Spa at Cordillera

  • Sales/Marketing Intern

    • Jan 2011 - Aug 2011

    • Supported sales and catering staff to help sell a AAA 4 Diamond Star Property to prospective clients• Created marketing collateral for services and amenities at the Lodge• Successfully communicated with every hotel department to supervise in-house events with minimal supervision• Offered full t...

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  Something Blue Bridal

  • Bridal Consultant

    • Jan 2010 - Dec 2010

    Generated over $34,000 in revenue in seven months Received positive customer feedback from brides Increased store sales by 26% Attended Bridal Week in New York City to assist in selecting and purchasing new merchandise

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  Just Marry

  • Wedding Coordinator Intern

    • Jan 2009 - Dec 2010

    Developed skills to work independently yet successfully balance multiple priorities Experienced successful event coordination by shadowing Just Marry! coordinators Strengthened communication and interpersonal skills by partnering with hotel staff

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  Disney's

  • Attractions Hostess

    • May 2007 - Dec 2010

    Studio's Backlot Tour Participated in a multi-dimensional team that serves an average of 175 guests every 10 minutes Earned 4 Great Service Fanatic Cards for going above and beyond in less than 6 months Learned policies and procedures for exemplifying outstanding guest service ...

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  The Bronze Frog

  • Sales Associate and Invitation Assembler

    • May 2004 - May 2006

    Assisted with the inception and execution of special event invitations, programs, and stationary Delivered tailored service to more upscale clients Key Holder to a privately owned "Lifestyle" store