Experience

Washington Retail Association

• Retail
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Safety and Education

  • Jan 2020 - Present

  I administer a very robust safety and education program which offers support for our members and businesses through creating safety training tools such as SAFEME, which continues to grow in users nation wide. We partnered with the University of Washington in the development of an ergonomic app to help reduce overexertion claims. Washington Retail recognizes the importance of supporting retailers with a healthy pipeline of workforce. For this reason, I'm helping to promote the NRF Foundation’s RISE Up, a retailer developed job training program to Washington state, by working with Career and Technical Educator groups, workforce development entities, and connect them to retailers. For our membership we offer Education and Training resources in our Retail Services division, offering online training modules, a safety library and webinars to help members operational compliance requirements, business knowledge and policies that impact them. The last couple of years have been implementing a "Safety Ambassador" to help businesses move from just compliance towards a quality safety program. (https://washingtonretail.org/benefits/ambassador-program/)Over the years, awarded grant funding totaling $1,000,000.00 to create various safety awareness products such as; SAFEME, eAPP, OneSource RTW, Ergo App which can be seen at https://waworksafe.org/ Show less

• Safety Specialist

  • Jul 2013 - Dec 2019

  Safety Specialist, Washington Retail AssociationWashington Retail Association is a TPA for Labor and Industries Retrospective Programs. My responsibility is to help our membership with L&I compliance of General Industry Core Rules safety. Review with Claims Managers specific member claim history to see trends and develop recommendations based upon findings. Work with member on those results and provide options for safety improvement. The goal is to reduce accidents, lower Experience/Mod Factor. Work with new members to get them up to basic safety rules, primarily Accident Prevention Program, Safety Meetings, Hazard Communication Plan (GHS) and poster requirements. Depending upon the member, implement additional programs as their business operation warrant. Other responsibilities:- Safety Consultations with Member and L&I representative as requested by member.- Run OSHA300/300A reports for members.- Maintain Safety website www.retailassociationservices.com/safety/ - Webinars for members on various topics of safety, business preparedness, workplace violence and more. Highlights:• Re-development of a Safety ‘department’ from a previous program.• Creation of RS SafetyTV, a YouTube channel with safety videos related towards retail safety issues. • Grant writing, project management and implementation.- Are You Ready for the Aging Workforce https://www.retailassociationservices.com/aging-workforce-project/- Improving Entry Level Worker Safety – SAFEME https://waworksafe.org/#safeme- Electronic Accident Prevention Program https://waworksafe.org/#eapp • Development of Safety Web Page layout and content. Managing updates and new content features.• Implementing webinar program via Adobe Connect and creation of webinar archive. Show less



Mason Benson Center

• President

  • Aug 2010 - Oct 2017

  MBC is a community center that provides local residents a place to meet and have activities. As president of the center I work with other board members on budgets, capital expenditures, events and other related activities that the center hosts. Created a web presence for them at www.mbcwa.com MBC is a community center that provides local residents a place to meet and have activities. As president of the center I work with other board members on budgets, capital expenditures, events and other related activities that the center hosts. Created a web presence for them at www.mbcwa.com



Seattle Science Foundation

• United States
• Research
• 1 - 100 Employee

• AV Consultant

  • Mar 2011 - Jul 2013

  Located at Seattle’s Swedish Hospital, performed live productions in the SSF bio lab, SSF training center or Swedish’s cath lab, allowing interactive programs directed towards doctor to doctor or vendor to doctor offered by this world class education center. Utilizing Internet2 (National Lambda Rail) to broadcast live or simulation of healthcare products or processes and other teaching methods to various parts of the United States and across the world in real time. www.seattlesciencefoundation.org Show less



Thomas Michael Construction

• Western Washington

• Project Manager

  • May 2009 - May 2010

  Project Manager for an extensive home upgrade for an existing client’s home. Performed the project planning, authorized purchases, coordination of sub contractors, product review and selection with customer. Constant communication with client to keep them abreast of progress. As schedule allowed, pitched in to expedite process to keep that phase of the project on or ahead of schedule. Project Manager for an extensive home upgrade for an existing client’s home. Performed the project planning, authorized purchases, coordination of sub contractors, product review and selection with customer. Constant communication with client to keep them abreast of progress. As schedule allowed, pitched in to expedite process to keep that phase of the project on or ahead of schedule.



Canyon Oaks HOA

• President

  • Jan 2006 - Jul 2009

  Creation of annual budgets, capital expenditures and forecast projections. Monthly reconciliation reporting to board and homeowners’ status of financials. Contract negotiation with service providers. Presenter at monthly meetings. Creation of annual budgets, capital expenditures and forecast projections. Monthly reconciliation reporting to board and homeowners’ status of financials. Contract negotiation with service providers. Presenter at monthly meetings.



Comenity

• Greater Seattle Area

• Manager of Operations and Procurement

  • Jul 2006 - Dec 2008

  Comenity provides residential audio/video/automation solutions. Performed other functions such as facilities and vehicles management, insurance, A/P, A/R, payroll, processing of monthly, quarterly and annual reporting to various state entities: Department of Revenue, Labor & Industries, Employment Security Department and any other agencies in the states and cities where projects were performed. All HR functions including producing an Employee Policy Handbook. Always reviewing current processes and procedures looking for new ways to improve profitability. Show less



Thomas Michael Construction

• Greater Seattle Area

• Project Manager/Business Manager

  • 2002 - 2006

  Coordination and management of site projects, including communication to sub contractors in a timely manner keeping project on schedule. Working with bid proposals, permit processes and managing client budgets. Managing customer’s expectations and keeping them appraised of progress. Developed standardized forms, templates and procedures and processes to better organize operations. Able to jump in and roll up my sleeves to make sure that project has been completed in a timely manner. As required, submitted reports to be in compliance with local and state agencies. P&L and other metrics reports to owner. Show less



Sonasearch

• Greater Seattle Area

• Account Director

  • 1998 - 2001

  IT recruiting for medium and large corporations. Strong account management and customer service of multiple clients. Actively generating new client opportunities and developing relationships with Hiring Managers and HR Departments. Performed contingent, contract and retained job requisitions. Worked with recruiter and/or hiring manager to have a solid understanding of requirements in order to submit the best-qualified candidates. Developing and implementing numerous sourcing strategies, direct sourcing, cold calling and networking to find qualified candidates. Detailed screening and interviewing of candidates and negotiation of job offers. Show less



Bartell Drugs

• United States
• Retail
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Buyer

  • Jan 1993 - Jun 1998

  Responsible for sourcing and purchasing candy, food, paper products, household chemicals, books/magazines, seasonal program merchandise and store supplies for this retail chain. Produced weekly advertising and ensure adequate inventory to meet forecasted demand. Negotiating with vendors for pricing, payment terms and advertising support. Providing input on store design and merchandising. Attended trade shows to preview new products and negotiate promotional programs. Consistently met or exceeded projected sales goals in a high-pressure environment. Good interpersonal skills with all levels of management, business partners and vendors. Regular presenter at Bartell Manager Meetings. Show less



Pay 'n Save

• 1 - 100 Employee

• Buyer, Pay-n-Save Drug Stores, 05/1987- 07/1992

  • May 1987 - Jul 1992

  purchasing and merchandising of candy, food, trading cards, soft drinks and sun/reading glasses for 125 stores in a five-state region. purchasing and merchandising of candy, food, trading cards, soft drinks and sun/reading glasses for 125 stores in a five-state region.



The Bon Marché

• Seattle, Washington, United States

• Assistant Buyer

  • Sep 1983 - Apr 1987

  Small Appliances and House Wares Tabletop for 40 stores. Small Appliances and House Wares Tabletop for 40 stores.



Lamonts

• Pacific Northwest

• Assistant Store Manager/Assistant Buyer,

  • Apr 1974 - Sep 1983

  Promoted through the ranks from Sales Clerk to Store Wide Operations responsibility. As an Assistant Store Manager which included responsibilities of opening/closing, scheduling staff, training, hiring/firing, merchandising, sales tracking, and store maintenance. Received multiple awards for customer service. Was sent to Corporate office as an Assistant Buyer for Jewelry and Dresses for 38 stores from 03/1983 to 09/1983. Promoted through the ranks from Sales Clerk to Store Wide Operations responsibility. As an Assistant Store Manager which included responsibilities of opening/closing, scheduling staff, training, hiring/firing, merchandising, sales tracking, and store maintenance. Received multiple awards for customer service. Was sent to Corporate office as an Assistant Buyer for Jewelry and Dresses for 38 stores from 03/1983 to 09/1983.