Experience

Midwestern Career College International

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Admissions Counselor

  • Oct 2022 - Present

  I represents the College as an Admissions Councelor, both on-and off-campus to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors and other individuals or organizations involved in the college selection process. Job Function Includes: • Plan and implement recruitment activities for assigned areas or categories of prospective students, including travel within the Chicagoland area for career or job fairs, visits with high schools, or similar. • Counsel prospective applicants on… Show more I represents the College as an Admissions Councelor, both on-and off-campus to prospective students, parents, secondary school counselors and other individuals or organizations involved in the college selection process. Job Function Includes: • Plan and implement recruitment activities for assigned areas or categories of prospective students, including travel within the Chicagoland area for career or job fairs, visits with high schools, or similar. • Counsel prospective applicants on the admissions process and opportunities at the College. One-on-one admissions counseling to diverse populations is an important responsibility of this position. Admissions counseling occurs primarily by in-person appointments, phone calls and emails. • Review applications, tests and other materials submitted by applicants for the purposes of making admission decisions. • Utilize CRM (customer relationship management) application for day-to-day management of prospect outreach. • Coordinate and contribute to the success of various student visit programs designed to recruit targeted prospective applicants to the College. • Manage ongoing strategic communications with high school and independent counselors, including email, print, and other media. • Assist in the development and delivery of on-campus events and programs for counseling groups and individuals. • Complies with all regulatory and legal requirements for marketing and admissions in higher education. • Other duties and special projects as assigned. • Strong cross-cultural interpersonal and writing skills are necessary, including public speaking skills and the ability to present the College in a positive way to diverse populations. Ability to represent the admissions profession positively through a strong, student-centered ethic.

• Proctor

  • Aug 2021 - Oct 2022

  As a Proctor for Midwestern Career College I provide assistance with the administration and proctoring of professional computerized exams to all students. Perform remote testing opening and closing procedures. Perform basic technical support to fix issues related to the technology within the remote testing. Assist college counselors with scheduling tests when needed. Understand testing requirements for students perform quality and security checks of all exams during examination time.… Show more As a Proctor for Midwestern Career College I provide assistance with the administration and proctoring of professional computerized exams to all students. Perform remote testing opening and closing procedures. Perform basic technical support to fix issues related to the technology within the remote testing. Assist college counselors with scheduling tests when needed. Understand testing requirements for students perform quality and security checks of all exams during examination time. Ensure any special instructions/materials, etc. for exams are followed/available. Virtual check-in of students via ZOOM and verify identification and explain exam process to the student. Assist students with entrance to the exam website, monitor students, and provide technical assistance during examination time. Must have strong communication skills with the ability to communicate with students effectively. Computer Skills Computer proficiency in Teams, MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook). Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and students. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.



Saint Bede Catholic School

• Ingleside, IL

• Marketing Representative

  • Jul 2019 - Oct 2020

  Responsible for all marketing activity with a primary focus on growing enrollment and improving retention. Marketing • Planning, assisting in the creation of and managing a comprehensive marketing plan • Volunteer Management of a parent ambassador & volunteer group working with a marketing committee of the school board, ensuring volunteers for various marketing events, etc. • Communications. Creating Quarterly newsletters and publications, creating and distributing promotional… Show more Responsible for all marketing activity with a primary focus on growing enrollment and improving retention. Marketing • Planning, assisting in the creation of and managing a comprehensive marketing plan • Volunteer Management of a parent ambassador & volunteer group working with a marketing committee of the school board, ensuring volunteers for various marketing events, etc. • Communications. Creating Quarterly newsletters and publications, creating and distributing promotional materials, etc. • Publicity. Creating and placing press releases, media relations, web-site creation and/or updates, regularly posting on social media platforms, internal communications, etc. Student Recruitment • Direct Sales. Managing the inquiry process, including initial contact and subsequent follow-up with prospective families. • Interest Generation/Acquisition. Creating and distributing direct mail, advertising, etc. • Parent and Family Relations. Develop retention events for current school families. Show less Responsible for all marketing activity with a primary focus on growing enrollment and improving retention. Marketing • Planning, assisting in the creation of and managing a comprehensive marketing plan • Volunteer Management of a parent ambassador & volunteer group working with a marketing committee of the school board, ensuring volunteers for various marketing events, etc. • Communications. Creating Quarterly newsletters and publications, creating and distributing promotional… Show more Responsible for all marketing activity with a primary focus on growing enrollment and improving retention. Marketing • Planning, assisting in the creation of and managing a comprehensive marketing plan • Volunteer Management of a parent ambassador & volunteer group working with a marketing committee of the school board, ensuring volunteers for various marketing events, etc. • Communications. Creating Quarterly newsletters and publications, creating and distributing promotional materials, etc. • Publicity. Creating and placing press releases, media relations, web-site creation and/or updates, regularly posting on social media platforms, internal communications, etc. Student Recruitment • Direct Sales. Managing the inquiry process, including initial contact and subsequent follow-up with prospective families. • Interest Generation/Acquisition. Creating and distributing direct mail, advertising, etc. • Parent and Family Relations. Develop retention events for current school families. Show less



Brumm Electric

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales & Marketing Director

  • Nov 2014 - Jun 2019

  Residential Electrical Estimator for Current Electric, a subsidiary of Brumm Enterprises (also known as Advanced Energy Systems). Responsible for managing and maintaining the Home Depot Pro Referral account to include: Calling on all leads, providing electrical estimates, closing and scheduling the job. Point of contact with Home Depot Stores, Regional Management and Sales Associates. Qualifying and scheduling all incoming leads for Generator installation and sales for Advanced Energy… Show more Residential Electrical Estimator for Current Electric, a subsidiary of Brumm Enterprises (also known as Advanced Energy Systems). Responsible for managing and maintaining the Home Depot Pro Referral account to include: Calling on all leads, providing electrical estimates, closing and scheduling the job. Point of contact with Home Depot Stores, Regional Management and Sales Associates. Qualifying and scheduling all incoming leads for Generator installation and sales for Advanced Energy Systems, a subsidiary of Brumm Enterprises. Post follow up on all generator estimates, responding to client communications or queries utilizing consultative selling skills to close. Key Account Manager /Liaison: Ongoing account management, relationship building and growth of a strong sales pipeline with Home Depot, Generac and Briggs & Stratton. Monitor, forecast, effectiveness of marketing materials and track key account activity and lead base, trends and forecasting. Identify short and long term marketing growth opportunities. Responsible for the development, planning, and implementation of all of the Organization’s marketing strategies, communications, and support materials for both external and internal. Produce ideas for promotional events or activities and organize them efficiently and to create awareness of the company’s business activities. Sole responsibility includes: editorial, design, production and distribution of all Organization publications. Ongoing partnership with vendors to utilize coop funds available for all marketing ventures. Website and Social Media Editor; Develop and maintain the website style and appearance of the company’s site. Post regular updates as needed. Create and produce valuable content for the company’s online presence. Show less Residential Electrical Estimator for Current Electric, a subsidiary of Brumm Enterprises (also known as Advanced Energy Systems). Responsible for managing and maintaining the Home Depot Pro Referral account to include: Calling on all leads, providing electrical estimates, closing and scheduling the job. Point of contact with Home Depot Stores, Regional Management and Sales Associates. Qualifying and scheduling all incoming leads for Generator installation and sales for Advanced Energy… Show more Residential Electrical Estimator for Current Electric, a subsidiary of Brumm Enterprises (also known as Advanced Energy Systems). Responsible for managing and maintaining the Home Depot Pro Referral account to include: Calling on all leads, providing electrical estimates, closing and scheduling the job. Point of contact with Home Depot Stores, Regional Management and Sales Associates. Qualifying and scheduling all incoming leads for Generator installation and sales for Advanced Energy Systems, a subsidiary of Brumm Enterprises. Post follow up on all generator estimates, responding to client communications or queries utilizing consultative selling skills to close. Key Account Manager /Liaison: Ongoing account management, relationship building and growth of a strong sales pipeline with Home Depot, Generac and Briggs & Stratton. Monitor, forecast, effectiveness of marketing materials and track key account activity and lead base, trends and forecasting. Identify short and long term marketing growth opportunities. Responsible for the development, planning, and implementation of all of the Organization’s marketing strategies, communications, and support materials for both external and internal. Produce ideas for promotional events or activities and organize them efficiently and to create awareness of the company’s business activities. Sole responsibility includes: editorial, design, production and distribution of all Organization publications. Ongoing partnership with vendors to utilize coop funds available for all marketing ventures. Website and Social Media Editor; Develop and maintain the website style and appearance of the company’s site. Post regular updates as needed. Create and produce valuable content for the company’s online presence. Show less



Jensen's Plumbing & Heating Inc.

• Woodstock, IL

• Manager, Commercial Estimates & Bids

  • Oct 2012 - Sep 2013

  Responsible for obtaining multiple RFP requests simultaneously. Analyze solicitation documents. Manage proposal documents for submission for maximal business development opportunity. Obtain all electronic data from multiple sources (via download i.e. architectural plans, specifications, scopes, addenda’s and manuals) necessary to produce a commercial estimate. Proficient in utilizing Adobe XPro to collectively organize, editing and manipulate electronic files for turnkey requests of… Show more Responsible for obtaining multiple RFP requests simultaneously. Analyze solicitation documents. Manage proposal documents for submission for maximal business development opportunity. Obtain all electronic data from multiple sources (via download i.e. architectural plans, specifications, scopes, addenda’s and manuals) necessary to produce a commercial estimate. Proficient in utilizing Adobe XPro to collectively organize, editing and manipulate electronic files for turnkey requests of Vendor Quotes. Develop processes to ensure content is consistently updated accordingly. Ongoing monitoring proposal schedules and ensure all deadlines are met. Develop formats or templates to provide high-quality submissions. Assemble bid package, assists estimators in the final review process to assure that all solicitation RFPs and bid sought notices requirements responses are compliant. Personally attends all prime bid opening meetings. Additional responsibility includes providing submittals after awarded the job and upon completion of the job, to provide all closeout materials from subcontractors and suppliers to include; guarantees warranties, as-builts, operations and maintenance manuals. Show less Responsible for obtaining multiple RFP requests simultaneously. Analyze solicitation documents. Manage proposal documents for submission for maximal business development opportunity. Obtain all electronic data from multiple sources (via download i.e. architectural plans, specifications, scopes, addenda’s and manuals) necessary to produce a commercial estimate. Proficient in utilizing Adobe XPro to collectively organize, editing and manipulate electronic files for turnkey requests of… Show more Responsible for obtaining multiple RFP requests simultaneously. Analyze solicitation documents. Manage proposal documents for submission for maximal business development opportunity. Obtain all electronic data from multiple sources (via download i.e. architectural plans, specifications, scopes, addenda’s and manuals) necessary to produce a commercial estimate. Proficient in utilizing Adobe XPro to collectively organize, editing and manipulate electronic files for turnkey requests of Vendor Quotes. Develop processes to ensure content is consistently updated accordingly. Ongoing monitoring proposal schedules and ensure all deadlines are met. Develop formats or templates to provide high-quality submissions. Assemble bid package, assists estimators in the final review process to assure that all solicitation RFPs and bid sought notices requirements responses are compliant. Personally attends all prime bid opening meetings. Additional responsibility includes providing submittals after awarded the job and upon completion of the job, to provide all closeout materials from subcontractors and suppliers to include; guarantees warranties, as-builts, operations and maintenance manuals. Show less



Enerlight, Inc.

• Rolling Meadows, IL

• Director of Sales & Marketing

  • Apr 2011 - Sep 2012

  Oversee all sales and marketing programs and objectives. Responsible for business development, advertising, promotional materials, and trade shows. Maintenance of corporate brand includes the website and online social networking. Additional functions include prospecting, lead generation and acquisition of new accounts. Oversee all sales and marketing programs and objectives. Responsible for business development, advertising, promotional materials, and trade shows. Maintenance of corporate brand includes the website and online social networking. Additional functions include prospecting, lead generation and acquisition of new accounts.



Centegra Health Bridge Fitness

• Crystal Lake, IL

• Membership Sales Manager

  • Apr 2008 - Jan 2009

  Instrumental in opening new facility in Huntley. Successfully managed department’s goal to meet sales quota 8 out of 10 months during a difficult economy. Revised policy & procedures to streamline processes which resulted in increased sales. Monthly Centegra New Hire Presentations to include; hospitals and clinic personnel. Rolled out new compensation and software programs. Hired, trained, scheduled and evaluated the Member Services staff. Manager on Duty responsibilities. Set monthly… Show more Instrumental in opening new facility in Huntley. Successfully managed department’s goal to meet sales quota 8 out of 10 months during a difficult economy. Revised policy & procedures to streamline processes which resulted in increased sales. Monthly Centegra New Hire Presentations to include; hospitals and clinic personnel. Rolled out new compensation and software programs. Hired, trained, scheduled and evaluated the Member Services staff. Manager on Duty responsibilities. Set monthly objectives for staff. Monitored daily performance as an individual & staff as a whole. Compared daily performance against monthly goal to ensure objectives are met as an individual and departmental. Coached, counseled, advised, supported, and motivated staff to help them meet their sales objectives. Compiled various monthly reports for Management to include; prospecting and new memberships. Worked in the field with the staff to establish new corporate accounts. Held regular daily staff and weekly one-on-one meetings. Show less Instrumental in opening new facility in Huntley. Successfully managed department’s goal to meet sales quota 8 out of 10 months during a difficult economy. Revised policy & procedures to streamline processes which resulted in increased sales. Monthly Centegra New Hire Presentations to include; hospitals and clinic personnel. Rolled out new compensation and software programs. Hired, trained, scheduled and evaluated the Member Services staff. Manager on Duty responsibilities. Set monthly… Show more Instrumental in opening new facility in Huntley. Successfully managed department’s goal to meet sales quota 8 out of 10 months during a difficult economy. Revised policy & procedures to streamline processes which resulted in increased sales. Monthly Centegra New Hire Presentations to include; hospitals and clinic personnel. Rolled out new compensation and software programs. Hired, trained, scheduled and evaluated the Member Services staff. Manager on Duty responsibilities. Set monthly objectives for staff. Monitored daily performance as an individual & staff as a whole. Compared daily performance against monthly goal to ensure objectives are met as an individual and departmental. Coached, counseled, advised, supported, and motivated staff to help them meet their sales objectives. Compiled various monthly reports for Management to include; prospecting and new memberships. Worked in the field with the staff to establish new corporate accounts. Held regular daily staff and weekly one-on-one meetings. Show less



Blue Chip

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Print Buyer

  • Jun 2004 - Mar 2008

  National Print Ads Purchasing for Brand Advertising. Responsible for national print ads for brand advertising and communicated on average with 30 newspaper representatives on a weekly and ongoing basis. Proven ability to prioritize, meet multiple deadlines and multi-task in fast pace environment. Defined target demographic established print media budget. Successfully multi tasked at a high level between the client and the print media to ensure deadlines were always met. Additional tasks… Show more National Print Ads Purchasing for Brand Advertising. Responsible for national print ads for brand advertising and communicated on average with 30 newspaper representatives on a weekly and ongoing basis. Proven ability to prioritize, meet multiple deadlines and multi-task in fast pace environment. Defined target demographic established print media budget. Successfully multi tasked at a high level between the client and the print media to ensure deadlines were always met. Additional tasks include purchase and quoting for in-store media, overall client approval process and invoicing of print media jobs. Show less National Print Ads Purchasing for Brand Advertising. Responsible for national print ads for brand advertising and communicated on average with 30 newspaper representatives on a weekly and ongoing basis. Proven ability to prioritize, meet multiple deadlines and multi-task in fast pace environment. Defined target demographic established print media budget. Successfully multi tasked at a high level between the client and the print media to ensure deadlines were always met. Additional tasks… Show more National Print Ads Purchasing for Brand Advertising. Responsible for national print ads for brand advertising and communicated on average with 30 newspaper representatives on a weekly and ongoing basis. Proven ability to prioritize, meet multiple deadlines and multi-task in fast pace environment. Defined target demographic established print media budget. Successfully multi tasked at a high level between the client and the print media to ensure deadlines were always met. Additional tasks include purchase and quoting for in-store media, overall client approval process and invoicing of print media jobs. Show less



NorthShore University HealthSystem

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Business Manager

  • May 1998 - Jun 2004

  Nursing Administration Business Manager at Glenbrook Hospital. Hired, trained, supervised, mentored and conducted performance appraisals for 4 office employees. Scheduling of RN and float pool to fill staffing needs of patient care units. Monitored and maintained purchasing of supply expense for the office and 3 hospital funds to ensure budget compliance. Assisted VP with projects, correspondence, contracts and meeting planning and scheduling. Responsible for maintaining / creating… Show more Nursing Administration Business Manager at Glenbrook Hospital. Hired, trained, supervised, mentored and conducted performance appraisals for 4 office employees. Scheduling of RN and float pool to fill staffing needs of patient care units. Monitored and maintained purchasing of supply expense for the office and 3 hospital funds to ensure budget compliance. Assisted VP with projects, correspondence, contracts and meeting planning and scheduling. Responsible for maintaining / creating various reports and projects. Maintaining job descriptions. Show less Nursing Administration Business Manager at Glenbrook Hospital. Hired, trained, supervised, mentored and conducted performance appraisals for 4 office employees. Scheduling of RN and float pool to fill staffing needs of patient care units. Monitored and maintained purchasing of supply expense for the office and 3 hospital funds to ensure budget compliance. Assisted VP with projects, correspondence, contracts and meeting planning and scheduling. Responsible for maintaining / creating… Show more Nursing Administration Business Manager at Glenbrook Hospital. Hired, trained, supervised, mentored and conducted performance appraisals for 4 office employees. Scheduling of RN and float pool to fill staffing needs of patient care units. Monitored and maintained purchasing of supply expense for the office and 3 hospital funds to ensure budget compliance. Assisted VP with projects, correspondence, contracts and meeting planning and scheduling. Responsible for maintaining / creating various reports and projects. Maintaining job descriptions. Show less