Jill Vanderkar
Marketing and Communications Manager at IMEX Management, Inc.- Claim this Profile
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Georgette (Gigi) E.
Jill is a committed, enthusiastic, and results driven student services advisor and DSO. I've worked with Jill for the past 8 months at UC Berkeley Extension, International Programs. Her determined work ethic and collaborative effort have made her a valuable asset to the Berkeley Global Access Discover and Start programs. She has been extremely supportive in our admissions process and provides key advising support related to F-1 and I-20 matters. Jill is as wonderful a person as she is a team member and it has been a pleasure to have her on our team.
LinkedIn User
Poised and hard working, Jill is a standout talent to come across. I had the pleasure of working with Jill on several team projects. I was particularly impressed by Jill’s ease with handling high pressure environment. She would be an asset for any team!
Georgette (Gigi) E.
Jill is a committed, enthusiastic, and results driven student services advisor and DSO. I've worked with Jill for the past 8 months at UC Berkeley Extension, International Programs. Her determined work ethic and collaborative effort have made her a valuable asset to the Berkeley Global Access Discover and Start programs. She has been extremely supportive in our admissions process and provides key advising support related to F-1 and I-20 matters. Jill is as wonderful a person as she is a team member and it has been a pleasure to have her on our team.
LinkedIn User
Poised and hard working, Jill is a standout talent to come across. I had the pleasure of working with Jill on several team projects. I was particularly impressed by Jill’s ease with handling high pressure environment. She would be an asset for any team!
Georgette (Gigi) E.
Jill is a committed, enthusiastic, and results driven student services advisor and DSO. I've worked with Jill for the past 8 months at UC Berkeley Extension, International Programs. Her determined work ethic and collaborative effort have made her a valuable asset to the Berkeley Global Access Discover and Start programs. She has been extremely supportive in our admissions process and provides key advising support related to F-1 and I-20 matters. Jill is as wonderful a person as she is a team member and it has been a pleasure to have her on our team.
LinkedIn User
Poised and hard working, Jill is a standout talent to come across. I had the pleasure of working with Jill on several team projects. I was particularly impressed by Jill’s ease with handling high pressure environment. She would be an asset for any team!
Georgette (Gigi) E.
Jill is a committed, enthusiastic, and results driven student services advisor and DSO. I've worked with Jill for the past 8 months at UC Berkeley Extension, International Programs. Her determined work ethic and collaborative effort have made her a valuable asset to the Berkeley Global Access Discover and Start programs. She has been extremely supportive in our admissions process and provides key advising support related to F-1 and I-20 matters. Jill is as wonderful a person as she is a team member and it has been a pleasure to have her on our team.
LinkedIn User
Poised and hard working, Jill is a standout talent to come across. I had the pleasure of working with Jill on several team projects. I was particularly impressed by Jill’s ease with handling high pressure environment. She would be an asset for any team!
Credentials
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Designated School Official (DSO)
UC Berkeley ExtensionNov, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Diplôme d'Etudes en Langue Française Certification
French Ministry of EducationAug, 2016- Nov, 2024 -
Secondary School Program Certification
U.S. Department of StateJun, 2021- Nov, 2024
Experience
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IMEX Management, Inc.
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United States
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International Trade and Development
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing and Communications Manager
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Jan 2022 - Present
- Implement and oversee all marketing campaigns for a series of international trade shows in various industries (food & beverage, pet food, tech, oil & gas, animal farming)- Organize and manage visitor promotion efforts for SIAL food/beverage shows; including visitor recruitment, international travel arrangements, on-site supervision, etc.) - Implement and oversee all marketing campaigns for a series of international trade shows in various industries (food & beverage, pet food, tech, oil & gas, animal farming)- Organize and manage visitor promotion efforts for SIAL food/beverage shows; including visitor recruitment, international travel arrangements, on-site supervision, etc.)
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Berkeley Global
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United States
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Partnership/Recruitment Specialist
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Aug 2019 - Dec 2021
Marketing; Oversee all Berkeley Global social media channels, developed the Global Ambassador Program, Lead on the alumni engagement efforts/strategies across all programs, Interviewed international alumni while blogging about their experience.International Travel; participate in recruitment activities to promote UC Berkeley Extension's international programs as well as maintain relationships with partner universities/agents (primary location-China). Assist with university fairs/English Language Screenings domestic and internationallyUniversity Partners/Agents; Assist with developing recruitment agency contracts as well as MOUs. Follow up with main POC in maintaining partnerships.
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International Student Services Advisor/ Designated School Official (DSO)
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Oct 2018 - Aug 2019
Guide international students through their experience studying at UC Berkeley Extension. Focusing on the application process, visa regulations, immigration policies, finances, health insurance, OPT/CPT, and housing. While also organizing student orientations, career counseling, and other various events to provide our students with the resources needed for success when studying through our programs.
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California State University, Chico
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Assistant, Office of International Education
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Oct 2016 - Jun 2018
Serve as first point of contact for international students, faculty, and staff in higher education setting. Assist international students with general inquiries concerning visas, OPT, courses, and the application process. Provide problem solving for both social and academic issues. Download and process international student’s documents for applying to CSU, Chico
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Peer Advisor Intern, Office of International Education
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Aug 2016 - Jan 2017
Advised Chico State students interested in studying abroad and answered any questions they had regarding the application process, classes, and cultures. Paired with international students helping them adjust to Chico State and increase retention rate. Offered sensitive guidance to all students.
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Marketing Intern
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Jun 2016 - Aug 2016
Provided social media support to event planning company. Planned and attended events. Helped to ensure a successful event by monitoring details and being a flexible team member. Researched, developed, and produced weekly blogs. Reviewed and updated the company’s social media sites. Managed client database. Recruited other companies to work at their events. Provided social media support to event planning company. Planned and attended events. Helped to ensure a successful event by monitoring details and being a flexible team member. Researched, developed, and produced weekly blogs. Reviewed and updated the company’s social media sites. Managed client database. Recruited other companies to work at their events.
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Education
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2013 - 2018
California State University, Chico
Communication Design and French, Mass Communication/Media Studies -
2019 -
UC Berkeley Extension
Program in Spanish language -
2015 - 2016
Université Lumière Lyon 2
Bachelor's degree, French -
2008 - 2012
Liberty Ranch High School
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