Michael Peters
FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellow at AFCPE® (Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education®)- Claim this Profile
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Credentials
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North Carolina secondary education teacher certificate
NC board of education
Experience
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AFCPE® (Association for Financial Counseling and Planning Education®)
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United States
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Financial Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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FINRA Foundation Military Spouse Fellow
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Sep 2021 - Present
Working towards AFC® (Accredited Financial Counselor®) certification—while providing financial counseling and education to the military community. AFCPE® is the nationally recognized leader in financial counseling, coaching and education. Bringing together research, education and practice, we support the profession through comprehensive training, professional development and high-quality resources to help improve the economic well-being of individuals and families worldwide. Working towards AFC® (Accredited Financial Counselor®) certification—while providing financial counseling and education to the military community. AFCPE® is the nationally recognized leader in financial counseling, coaching and education. Bringing together research, education and practice, we support the profession through comprehensive training, professional development and high-quality resources to help improve the economic well-being of individuals and families worldwide.
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Hill AFB Spouses' Club
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Hill Afb, Utah
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President
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May 2016 - Jun 2018
I supervise and control all strategic and mission aspects of the organization. The first in command, I am responsible for giving the proper strategic direction as well as creating a vision for success in meeting the needs of members, volunteers, and community. I supervise and control all strategic and mission aspects of the organization. The first in command, I am responsible for giving the proper strategic direction as well as creating a vision for success in meeting the needs of members, volunteers, and community.
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National Park Service
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Musuem Technician
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Jul 2015 - Sep 2016
• Independently identified, sorted, classified and cataloged to NPS Standards over 3000 museum and archeological objects • Assisted in organizing and leading student tours during Bio Blitz; event highlighted as success with record attendees • Served as public liaison during premier Indian Celebration event in Southeast, leading team of volunteers focusing on visitors with disabilities • Independently identified, sorted, classified and cataloged to NPS Standards over 3000 museum and archeological objects • Assisted in organizing and leading student tours during Bio Blitz; event highlighted as success with record attendees • Served as public liaison during premier Indian Celebration event in Southeast, leading team of volunteers focusing on visitors with disabilities
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United States Air Force
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United States
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Defense and Space Manufacturing
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700 & Above Employee
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Chief of Protocol
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Mar 2012 - Jul 2014
Supervisor: Colonel Michael Callender, Phone: 351-295-57-6500. May contact. Planned, managed, and executed the protocol program for the 2000+ person organization. managing all matters pertaining to protocol. Established all policies procedures pertaining to the Wing protocol programs to include ceremonies, conferences, briefings, official and social functions, and high level foreign and domestic visits. Managed and directed the operations within the Protocol Office. Planned, organized, executed, communicated, controlled all protocol issues related to visiting distinguished guests IE high ranking military, members of congress, civic leaders, civilian distinguished visitors and foreign diplomats. Developed and implemented protocol and procedural guidance concerning proper protocol requirements for visiting dignitaries, military ceremonies, conferences, official meetings, briefings, etc. Key decision maker for all events and ceremonies. Plans, designs, and implements specific and special protocol guidance based on established goals. Personally performs or arranges to meet and accompany high-ranking dignitaries. Assured that arrangements and details are tailored to each particular event considering the visitors country, position, culture, and diplomatic level. Exercised supervisory responsibility. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: - Awarded Wing Staff Agency Civilian of the Year, Volunteer of the Year award - Directed Inspector General visit ; hosted 19 people, earned "Highly Effective" rating - Showcased United States installation to the Portuguese Air Force Chief of Staff - Planned and led Ambassador Robert Sherman visit to the Azores - Escorted the United States Supreme Allied Commander General Breedlove - Organized Sexual Assault Prevention all day event - Orchestrated the 3 major events; led a 30 person team - Oversaw $2.5K+ Commander's representation fund; controlled all major purchases with no discrepancies Show less
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The Exchange
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United States
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Retail
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700 & Above Employee
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Visual Merchandiser
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Oct 2008 - Jul 2012
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with clients, government officials, and media representatives and use these relationships to develop new business opportunities. Assist management in projecting positive images of company through ceremonies and speeches. Exercise supervisory responsibility over 2 civilian positions. Prepare facilities physically for visitors and distinguished visitors from Exchange Headquarters and Air Force officials. Write interesting and effective press releases/marketing materials; prepare information for media kits; develop and maintain company internet and intranet webpages. Identify main client groups and audiences, determine the best way to communicate publicity information to them, and develop and implement a communication plan. Assign, supervise, and review the activities of visual marketing staff. Develop and maintain the company's corporate image and identity, which includes the use of logos and signage. Manage local expenditures and marketing budgets. Evaluate advertising and promotion programs for compatibility with public relations efforts. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS: - Coordinated create five annually recurring base wide events for recognition of minority observances - Oversaw renovation activities of four Exchange main stores. - Planned, marketed, and executed over 30 major events, to include major grand openings with high-ranking visitors - Worked effectively and systematically to design and implement over 100 in-store marketing displays - Maintained the visual “standards” for 7 distinct and divergent retail environment from a full department store to small student store - Assisted 22 managers in analyzing problems to identify significant factors, gather pertinent data, and recognize solutions in maintaining a welcoming and profitable environment for staff and patrons - Maximized the digital marketing outreach to include Facebook, weekly emailing campaigns and text message Show less
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North Carolina State University
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Academic Admission Advisor
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Sep 2006 - Jun 2008
Meet and greet all visitors to the main campus of North Carolina State University, including foreign and domestic dignitaries, local business owners, donors, alumni, and prospective students. Brief groups, to included prospective students, parents, and distinguished visitors on programs and visitor information. Greet persons entering establishment, determine nature and purpose of visit, and direct or escort to specific destinations. Plan and execute social events and meetings for foreign and domestic dignitaries and school officials. Responsible for planning, coordinating and executing of visitors agendas and itineraries. Hear and resolve complaints from customers or the public. Provide information concerning North Carolina State University, such as location of departments or offices, employees within the organization, or services provided. Operate telephone switchboard to answer, screen, or forward calls, providing information, taking messages, or scheduling appointments. KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Personally performed or arranged to meet and greet various individuals, from high-ranking dignitaries to high school seniors, upon their arrival and accompanied them through various phases of their visit- Received and answered admissions related questions of over 10,000 visitors a year- Made use of strong organizational and time management abilities in handling groups and visitor requests ranging in size from single families to hundreds of school children Show less
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Assistant Director London Study Abroad Program
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Sep 2006 - Jun 2008
Principally responsible for planning, coordinating, and executing of students and faculty travel agendas and itineraries. Plan tour itineraries, applying knowledge of travel routes and destination sites. Resolve any problems with itineraries, service, or accommodations. Teach and monitor cultural etiquette of students in foreign cultures. Design travel packages to maximize participant enjoyment and engagement in a foreign country. Handle needs of distinguished speakers presenting to the class on various subjects. Arrange for tour or expedition details such as accommodations, transportation, equipment, and the availability of medical personnel. Evaluate services received on the tour and report findings to tour organizers. Lead individuals or groups to tour site locations and describe points of interest. Verify amounts and quality of equipment prior to tours. Pay bills and record checks issued. Attend to special needs of tour participants. Give advice on sightseeing and cultural awareness. Work closely with study abroad leaders to include a diversity and sensitivity training in the coursework.KEY ACCOMPLISHMENTS:- Handled difficult and diverse cultural issues encountered between American students and foreign cultures- Developed over 100 hours of student-centered strategies to encourage the maximum growth within their prospective major or career field while studying abroad- Successfully recruited 130% of target number of students to participate in Study Abroad Program- Oversaw the creation of the $150K budget for the Study Abroad Program- Designed and participated in 25 networking events to publicize London/Paris Experience Program in person and on Facebook/the internet Show less
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Student Teaching
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Aug 2005 - Dec 2005
Fall 2005 Utilized technology PowerPoint and graphs to reinforce educational objectives Integrated technology into presentations, classroom discussions, and projects Fall 2005 Utilized technology PowerPoint and graphs to reinforce educational objectives Integrated technology into presentations, classroom discussions, and projects
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Education
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2006 - 2008
North Carolina State University
Master's Degree, Public History; Museum Studies -
2002 - 2006
North Carolina State University
Bachelor's Degree, History wiht a Certification in Secondary Education, Social Studies
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