Experience

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  Gotta DAnce Indiana

  • Owner

    • Dec 2008 - Present

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  Valparaiso University

  • Valparaiso, Indiana

  • Ballroom Dance Club Coach

    • Mar 2011 - May 2013
    • Valparaiso, Indiana

    Provided private and group instruction to team members which resulted in significant development and improved results in team events and competitions.

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  Purdue University Calumet

  • Hammond, Indiana

  • Adjunct Faculty

    • Aug 2008 - May 2013
    • Hammond, Indiana

    Taught credit course in Ballroom Dance

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  Chicago Harvest Moon Ball

  • Intercontinental Hotel Chicago OHare

  • Organizer

    • Nov 2010 - Mar 2013
    • Intercontinental Hotel Chicago OHare

    One of the oldest ballroom and Latin dance competitions in the US; the Chicago Harvest Moon Ball is held every year during the first full weekend in October. This year the competition features three days of competition in the styles of Rhythm, Smooth, Latin and Standard along with Showdance and Theatre Arts. The ages of the competitors run from 7 hrs to over 80 competing in several levels and classifications culminating in the professional competitions held each of the two evenings Friday and Saturday.We also feature a show the 8th of October presenting professional Latin champions Edyta Slawinska and Alec Mazo from Dancing with the Stars.

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  Second Street Dance Studio/ Fred Astaire Schererville

  • Schererville, Indiana

  • Dance Instructor

    • Oct 2005 - Nov 2008
    • Schererville, Indiana

    Instructed students in Ballroom, Latin, Rhythm, Smooth, and Country Dancing. Developed dance programs for all ages and skill levels including several dance exercise classes. Organized competitive and social events including private parties and exhibitions.

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  South lake Auto Mall

  • Merrillville, Indiana

  • General Manager

    • Apr 1976 - Oct 2004
    • Merrillville, Indiana

    Extensive experience in all facets of automotive business from selling to management of sales floor to management of automotive agency. Completed stints as Service Manager, Parts Manager, Business Manager, Comptroller, Sales Manager and Sales-person. Chosen to Nissans Advertising Advisory Board.