Experience

Kansas State University Foundation

• United States
• Fundraising
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Development Officer

  • Oct 2022 - Present

  Overland Park, Kansas, United States The Kansas State University Foundation is K-State's strategic partner. We guide philanthropy toward university priorities to advance K-State. I collaborate with individuals and organizations on ways they can impact, advance, or leave a legacy at Kansas State University. Representing 250+ majors, options, and all nine colleges, I serve a diverse group of committed individuals looking to create change. My work instills creating a plan of purpose and meaning, and the gifts I… Show more The Kansas State University Foundation is K-State's strategic partner. We guide philanthropy toward university priorities to advance K-State. I collaborate with individuals and organizations on ways they can impact, advance, or leave a legacy at Kansas State University. Representing 250+ majors, options, and all nine colleges, I serve a diverse group of committed individuals looking to create change. My work instills creating a plan of purpose and meaning, and the gifts I establish have limitless opportunities. • Building a community and network I visit and work with frequently • Showcasing a vision and translating the impact of philanthropy for K-State • Work alongside the most loyal advocates, ambassadors, and investors of the University Show less



Integris FID

• United States
• IT Services and IT Consulting
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Development Associate

  • Jan 2019 - Oct 2022

  Olathe, Kansas, United States CalTech optimizes technology through CIO-level insight, certified networking, security, and IT management and planning. I designed unique business-aligned IT strategies that gave organizations the ability to have flexible functionality and competitive business advantages. By creating innovative and scalable IT environments, I ensured businesses with a plan. It provided them with an efficient, reliable network support structure that complemented and enhanced their strategic… Show more CalTech optimizes technology through CIO-level insight, certified networking, security, and IT management and planning. I designed unique business-aligned IT strategies that gave organizations the ability to have flexible functionality and competitive business advantages. By creating innovative and scalable IT environments, I ensured businesses with a plan. It provided them with an efficient, reliable network support structure that complemented and enhanced their strategic endeavors. Every day, I visited with executives to gain insight into their IT landscape, cyber security structure, and business and operating processes. I traveled across America to meet prospective customers and speak at regional conferences and tradeshow events. Above all, I enjoyed collaborating and building lasting relationships through my consulting efforts. • Worked directly with our CEO on business growth, strategy, and process improvement. • Collaborated with the current Business Development team and worked on select opportunities. Show less



Kansas State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Program Representative

  • Aug 2016 - Dec 2018

  Manhattan, Kansas, United States The Center for the Advancement of Entrepreneurship works to enhance the entrepreneurial environment at K-State. The program is designed to provide a superior academic experience for all K-State students and to deliver key support. It focuses on learning, creating, and implementing entrepreneurial concepts, including traditional, social, and corporate contexts. The Center focuses on high-quality curriculum and bridging the gap between learning and implementation by establishing programs to… Show more The Center for the Advancement of Entrepreneurship works to enhance the entrepreneurial environment at K-State. The program is designed to provide a superior academic experience for all K-State students and to deliver key support. It focuses on learning, creating, and implementing entrepreneurial concepts, including traditional, social, and corporate contexts. The Center focuses on high-quality curriculum and bridging the gap between learning and implementation by establishing programs to facilitate venture launch. As a Part-time Program Representative, I managed front desk operations, student engagement, and program initiatives under the supervision of the College's Director and Department Head. Accomplishments: Representative for the College of Business and Entrepreneurship major Elected Entrepreneurship Club president in 2018 • Managed all inbound and outbound activity for student inquiries and program initiatives • Headed recruitment and interviewing for club chairs • Presented at various student organizations, university functions, and tradeshow events • Welcomed prospective students and parents to the Center and provide personalized tours • Organized all on and off-campus meetings, and fundraising efforts Show less



Freightquote

• United States
• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 700 & Above Employee

• Sales Development Representative

  • May 2018 - Aug 2018

  Kansas City, Missouri, United States Freightquote was founded to create a better way for businesses to ship freight and simplify their operations. There were countless carriers and modes of transportation to choose from, but there needed to be a way to compare them. Freightquote was the first to solve this dilemma by developing its patented technology. As an SDR, I focused on new client acquisition through strategic prospecting. I served hundreds of organizations across North America and created collaborative partnerships.… Show more Freightquote was founded to create a better way for businesses to ship freight and simplify their operations. There were countless carriers and modes of transportation to choose from, but there needed to be a way to compare them. Freightquote was the first to solve this dilemma by developing its patented technology. As an SDR, I focused on new client acquisition through strategic prospecting. I served hundreds of organizations across North America and created collaborative partnerships. I worked alongside two sales teams and supported their revenue goals. Most opportunities I won were from turning RFPs into open discussions and creating business cases for change. I leveraged possibilities and a plan by centering conversations on value, rather than on price. • Prospected into target accounts (organizations with $100K+/Year spent in freight) • Created call plan(s) and worked discovery calls with new organizations to qualify for referral • Negotiated loads/spreads that align with business use cases and timeline(s) • Partnered with AMs and internal operation team(s) to finalize customer success plan(s) after every opportunity I won • Managed the entire sales cycle from conceptualization to implementation and support revenue-generating activities by facilitating tracking, coordinating, and reporting projects into a customized CRM • Conducted and presented an assigned business plan and internship final review to C-Suite, directors, and direct managers Show less



HCI Hospitality

• United States
• Hospitality
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Event Specialist

  • May 2017 - Aug 2017

  Manhattan, Kansas, United States HCI Hospitality is a multi-brand hospitality management company focused on providing an experience that creates lifelong relationships with guests. As an Event Specialist, I created and implemented event concepts, experiences, and efficiencies. • Designed functional venues that maintained efficiency and gained approval from all stakeholders • Ensured compliance by creating verbal and written plans for all parties involved • Responsible for customer success and experience… Show more HCI Hospitality is a multi-brand hospitality management company focused on providing an experience that creates lifelong relationships with guests. As an Event Specialist, I created and implemented event concepts, experiences, and efficiencies. • Designed functional venues that maintained efficiency and gained approval from all stakeholders • Ensured compliance by creating verbal and written plans for all parties involved • Responsible for customer success and experience before, during, and after any event Show less



Ovation Cabinetry

• United States
• Furniture and Home Furnishings Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Production Associate

  • May 2015 - Aug 2016

  Salina, Kansas, United States Ovation Cabinetry manufactures high-quality custom cabinetry distributed throughout the United States. Cabinetry options span the entire house, including the kitchen, bathroom, bar, entertainment center, entryway, laundry room, fireplace mantel, pantry, and custom bedroom and living room pieces. I worked with the shipping and handling department for two summers and assisted in the final production line. I collaborated with the in-house interior design team, engineering, and account… Show more Ovation Cabinetry manufactures high-quality custom cabinetry distributed throughout the United States. Cabinetry options span the entire house, including the kitchen, bathroom, bar, entertainment center, entryway, laundry room, fireplace mantel, pantry, and custom bedroom and living room pieces. I worked with the shipping and handling department for two summers and assisted in the final production line. I collaborated with the in-house interior design team, engineering, and account coordination throughout the production process to ensure order accuracy and quality control. • Built and finalized custom cabinetry projects • Account for daily output operations, updating forecasting goals and operating data • Met with management about select quotas/initiatives every week related to production • Work with the logistics coordinator and 3PL to forecast and implement shipping timeline(s) • Load and organized cargo into semi-trailer(s) for shipment and distribution Show less



City Of Salina

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• General Laborer

  • May 2011 - Aug 2014

  Salina, Kansas, United States The City of Salina works to serve the needs of Salina's citizens and aims to be the best-performing municipality in the state of Kansas. My work was categorized under the Parks and Recreation services. This was a labor-intensive role in which I assisted with the maintenance and operations of various ballparks, public parks, and the city's public swimming pool and aquatic park. • Oversee and work 28 city parks and 1,000+ acres of land • Work independently… Show more The City of Salina works to serve the needs of Salina's citizens and aims to be the best-performing municipality in the state of Kansas. My work was categorized under the Parks and Recreation services. This was a labor-intensive role in which I assisted with the maintenance and operations of various ballparks, public parks, and the city's public swimming pool and aquatic park. • Oversee and work 28 city parks and 1,000+ acres of land • Work independently under the guidance of the City's Parks Superintendent • Execute the work behind any City development or capital improvement projects to existing facilities • Contribute to long-range and strategic planning sessions and discussions Show less