The Creative Coast Alliance

Marketing and Sales Professional Seeks Project Work

Allison Smith — Wed, 04 Jun 2008 15:49:54 -0400

ALLISON R. SMITH

4 Skimmar Circle, Savannah, Georgia 31411, 912-398-8440

Objective Find a challenging part-time position where my energy, enthusiasm and 25-years of marketing, advertising and sales experience will be valued

Employment
MARKETING/SALES CONSULTANT 2008
Savannah, Georgia

Provide strategic planning, new business development & media sales support, event planning & coordination, publicity services. Business launched in 2/2008 upon relocation to Savannah. Initial client Savannah Magazine enabled me to develop solid contact database of key business leaders in the greater Savannah area.

DIRECTOR OF MARKETING 1995-2006
Smith & Jones Troy, New York

Directed and managed brand consultancy’s new business development efforts. Agency portfolio grew from small regional clients to include global brands¬ Heineken, Michelin and Silhouette Optical. Capitalized billings increased from $9 million to over $32 million. Took the lead in developing new business presentations and writing proposals. As a member of the senior management team, assumed responsibility for strategic planning and employee development. Additional responsibilities included directing the client services department, account management, marketing the agency and publicity writing.

PRESIDENT 1991-1993
North Fulton Consumer Network, Inc. Atlanta, Georgia

Conceived and marketed consumer driven referral service. Successfully recruited more than 100 retailers, restaurants and service providers.

ACCOUNT SUPERVISOR/ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF CLIENT SERVICES 1983-1986
Weitzman, Dym & Associates Bethesda, Maryland

Co-Department head, managed a staff of ten professionals. Responsible for thirty accounts (retail, real estate, financial and hospitality sectors) representing $25 million in billings.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE 1979-1982
J. Walter Thompson USA Chicago, Illinois

Managed Oscar Mayer business and test marketed new line extensions. Responsible for writing and selling all major brand initiatives as well as summarizing bi-monthly ACNielsen data.

ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE 1977-1979
Tatham-Laird and Kudner Advertising Chicago, Illinois

Recruited into Procter & Gamble oriented management training program, leading to assignments on the Miles Laboratories and Continental Illinois National Bank accounts.

ASSISTANT INTERNATIONAL BANKING OFFICER 1973-1975
Marine Midland Bank New York, New York

Arranged financing for overseas buyers of U.S. goods and services. Successfully completed bank’s intense credit training program.

Education
B.A. PSYCHOLOGY/SOCIOLOGY 1969-1973
University of Vermont Burlington, Vermont

Skills
• Proposal writing
• Sales
• Lead generation
• Client cultivation
• Relationship building
• Client management
• Organization
• Marketing
• Public relations
• Event planning
• Volunteer coordination
• Power Point and Keynote
• Excel

Civic and Professional Activities
Chairwoman
BCAN National Volunteer Leadership Team
Board Member
American Marketing Association
Seton Health Foundation
2008/09 Telfair Ball Media Specialist
Gilda’s Club of the Capital Region

References

George Berry, former Director of Client Services, Smith & Jones, 518-371-5143
Stephen Bouchey CFP, Bouchey Financial Group, Ltd., 518-720-3333
Melissa Schneider, former Style Editor, Savannah Magazine, 912-441-6232

Entrepreneur Searching For New Opportunity

Sun, 27 Jul 2008 22:40:41 -0400

With a background in public accounting, success in media sales, prior military service, a bachelor’s degree in business administration, and many years of experience in the service industry this future business owner is looking for a unique opportunity. I want to help you build your business.

I have been involved with start-up organizations, some more successful than others, and I understand the need for leadership and ingenuity. I am dedicated, hard working, self-motivated and detail-oriented. With a variety of professional experience and an entrepreneur's heart, I am ready to jump in wherever necessary to make things happen.

A “non-compete agreement” will be gladly signed and honored for the right opportunity.

Please contact me confidentially at the email bellow. Resume and references available upon request.

Teacher in search of career change

Christina Altman — Mon, 04 Aug 2008 17:41:33 -0400

Christina P. Altman
7420A Hemlock Ave.
Savannah, GA 31406
(912) 441-8040
altman.christina@gmail.com

Objective:
To obtain a position.

Education:
Masters, Secondary English Education May 2005
Armstrong Atlantic State University Savannah, GA
GPA: 3.9

Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy May 2002
Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA
GPA: (Major) 3.8

Bachelor of Arts, English, May 2001
Georgia Southern University Statesboro, GA
GPA: (Cumulative) 3.2 GPA: (Major) 3.8

Professional Experience:
Savannah Corporate Academy Savannah, GA
Secondary English Teacher August 2007- July 2008
• Facilitated 9th-12th Grade English courses in an alternative environment, where students were able to
earn credits in courses through a self-paced credit recovery process.
• Served as a member of the school’s Leadership Team committee developing best practices for optimum
student and faculty success in our educational setting.
• Advised students as a regular education school counselor liaison regarding courses earned and needed
throughout the school year.

Polaris Evening School Woodstock, GA
Secondary English Teacher for Summer School June 2007 – July 2007
• Taught Fast-track 9th grade English courses providing students the opportunity for credit recovery.

Cherokee High School Canton, GA
Secondary English Teacher July 2006 - July 2007
• Taught 9th Grade Literature and 11th Grade American Literature courses full-time.
• Developed curriculum and procedures for a Learning Focus Strategies School.
• Prepared students for the SAT, GHSGT, and EOCT courses.
• Taught student who are struggling with the English language after being newly released from the ESOL program.
• Team-taught a 9th Grade English course containing a mixture of Regular and Special Education students, as well as students with necessary accommodations.

Septima P. Clark Corporate Academy Charleston, SC
Secondary English Teacher July 2005 - June 2006
• Created lesson plans for ninth, eleventh, and twelfth grades as well as a developmental reading course for high school students, while diligently teaching according to state standards.
• Successfully exercised efficient classroom management rules and procedures.

Armstrong Atlantic State University Savannah, GA
Web Developer and Professional Developent Coordinator for PRISM August 2004 - July 2005
• Designed and created a web site for PRISM (Partnership for Reform in Science and Math).
• Coordinated information by managing budget, teacher participation, and evaluation documents, as well as other grant materials for PRISM.
• Served as a liaison for teachers regarding information concerning meetings and professional development opportunities through PRISM.
• Fulfilled duties as a part-time editor of mathematics textbooks.
• Took minutes for higher-education round table discussion meetings
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Armstrong Atlantic State University Savannah, GA
Graduate Assistant for PRISM January 2004 - August 2004
• Accepted submissions for monthly PRISM newsletter.
• Compiled and edited monthly PRISM newsletter.

Awards and Affiliations:
• Recipient, Student Writing Showcase Award, April 2005
• Completed, Coastal Georgia Writing Project Summer Institute (AASU), June 2004
• Member, Georgia Association of Educators
• Member, Phi Sigma Tau (National Philosophical Honors Society)
• Recipient, Best Paper in Philosophy Award from Georgia Southern University Department of Literature and Philosophy, April 2002
• Presenter, National Southeastern Undergraduate Conference for Philosophy at the University of North Carolina -- Asheville, NC April 2002

Experienced Retail Merchant Seeking Retail, Marketing or Event Planning Relocating at end of August

Lindsey Micael Fenton — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 22:28:32 -0400

Lindsey Micael Fenton
536 11th St. Apt 2L Brooklyn, NY 11215 lindseym.fenton@gmail.com
417-631-5290
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SKILLS SUMMARY
Retail merchandising professional with strong background in merchandising, sales, and event planning. Strong computer literacy including Microsoft Office suite, verbal and written communication, problem solving, analytical and retail math skills. Proven initiative and professional drive.
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EDUCATION
Missouri State University, Springfield, MO
Bachelor of Science in Retail Merchandising and Marketing, August 2005
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EXPERIENCE

SAKS FIFTH AVENUE OFF FIFTH, New York, NY
April 2008- Present
Assistant Buyer- Accessories, Gifts and Gourmet Food
● Analyze daily and weekly sales, best sellers and missed opportunities to determine forecasts and trends in order to write and place purchase order
● Manage and present $15 million dollar open-to-buy to President monthly
● Coordinate vendor appointments, vendor samples, best-seller and line reviews for management and staff
● Collaborate with visual merchandising team on quarterly store product guidelines, trim-a- home and Holiday 2008 strategy and private label branding guidelines

LORD AND TAYLOR, New York,NY
April 2007- April 2008
Assistant Buyer - Special Occasion Dresses
Executive Training Program
● Managed vendor selection and assortment, purchase orders, shipping, and vendor allowance daily
● Compiled and analyzed sales data for line reviews/style outs and best/worst seller reviews with management
● Monitored and maintained target mark-up, managed markdown projection log, and communicated markdown strategy and signage to stores
● Collaborated with Internet coordinator to increase dress assortment by 73% and sales by 403% over last year
● Created merchandise assortment and monitored sales performance for advertising and catalogs
● Coordinated gift with purchase and vendor participation for store special events
● Collaborated with planner and assistant planner on store allocation to maximize sales

JP MORGAN CHASE CARD SERVICES,Springfield, MO January 2005- April 2007
Site Central Coordinator
Financial Service Advisor
● Provided troubleshooting and resolution for system, call flow, and staffing issues
● Oversaw card activation/outbound telesales line of business partnering with floor supervisors to troubleshoot availability challenges; produce and evaluate productivity reports analyses for 18 teams using Microsoft Excel; and monitor and analyze call volume and call trends
● Acted as liaison between global operations office and production floor; coordinate system conversion and updates for various operating systems, system updates and production floor downtime; and research, document and resolve system issues
● Initiated and created Site Central business update page to increase communication between Site Central and production floor of 1500 advisors
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RELEVANT EXPEREINCE
St Elizabeth Ann Seton Church Springfield, MO
September 2003- April 2007
Nursery Coordinator

Mark Shale, Chicago, IL
May 2004- August 2004
Merchandising and Management Intern

The Limited, Springfield, MO
September 2003- January 2005
Sales Lead

Technical Architect / Manager

Scott Saturday — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 12:06:31 -0400

J. SCOTT SATURDAY

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

An Information Technology Engineer with broad technical knowledge and creative problem solving skills combined with proven leadership ability. Proven Project Management skills on large projects involving government, healthcare, broadcast television and manufacturing sector entities. Ability to effectively communicate technical and business information to diverse individuals, and motivate internal and external workgroups to appropriate action. Experience managing the design, installation and administration of computer networks from cabling installation, to the configuration of workstations, servers, storage and network hardware.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

CRAWFORD COMMUNICATIONS, INC, Atlanta, GA March 2008 – Present
Manager of Technical Operations, Media Management

One of two employees that are responsible for creating a new division of the company that will focus on helping owners of large media collections migrate their content to a digital, file-based environment.

• Developing a complete service offering that will include digitization, storage, asset management, and consultation service for media library holders.
• Creating consulting methodologies that will help us define a client’s end-to-end workflow with particular attention to management of metadata and appropriate selection of file-types.
• Responsible for developing, implementing and managing all technical operations for a new division of the company.

CRAWFORD COMMUNICATIONS, INC, Atlanta, GA June 2007 – March 2008
Post Network Engineer

Managed the network and storage infrastructure for one of the largest Post Production facilities in the United States.

• Responsible for the management of all network and storage services including the internal AD domain, anti-virus, printing, multiple file servers and 14 TB switched Fibre Channel SAN.
• Researched, installed and certified and managed the configuration of all new computer systems for the Post Production facility.
• Provided engineering and support services to multi-platform encoding, editing, graphics and rendering systems; including Digital Rapids, Black Magic, AJA encoders and Avid, Final Cut Pro and Autodesk editing and effects systems.

MEDIA TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS, Atlanta, GA August 2006 – January 2007
Media Systems Engineer

Designed, engineered and managed the installation of tapeless, digital, server-based media systems in the broadcast television industry.

• Responsible for the design, implementation and management of a laboratory environment that supported research and development, new product design and testing for Media Technology Solutions.
• Worked with sales people and customers to design and verify network, server and storage specifications for broadcast media systems.
• Responsible for researching, testing and certifying systems and hardware from multiple storage vendors to ensure that they met performance, capacity and bandwidth requirements for streaming media systems.

VIDEO TECHNICS INC., Atlanta, GA
January 2005 – August 2006
IT Systems Engineer, Project Manager

Acted as IT Systems Designer and Engineer for the manufacturer of the NewsFlow system of digital streaming media servers and non-linear editors for the broadcasting industry.

• Acted as Project Manager for Video Technics on a project that installed a complete digital broadcasting management system at the International Broadcasting Bureau and Voice of America in Washington, D.C.
• Worked as part of the Design and Implementation team that installed the combined SAN and NAS storage for a digital broadcasting system that will broadcast weekly to more than 100 million people worldwide in 44 languages, through radio, satellite television and the Internet.
• Represented the server manufacturer in project meetings with senior executives from the technical integrator and other vendors on the digital server project as well as senior Broadcasting and Network Engineers from the United States government’s broadcasting bureau.
• Developed training material and taught System Administrator classes for NewsFlow installations that covered all parts of the network (Ethernet and Fibre Channel), storage (SAN and NAS) and Video Technics’ asset management database.
• Responsible for certifying hardware from multiple storage vendors to ensure that it met storage capacity and bandwidth requirements for the Apella streaming media servers.

NDCHEALTH, Atlanta, GA December 2003 – January 2005
Technical Support Engineer, Network Installation Specialist Team Lead

Promoted two grade levels to Technical Support Engineer; made Team Lead of the Network Installation Specialist group.

• Led weekly team meetings, assigning new network implementations based on contracts received from the Sales department. Distributed new information about the development of the PharmacyRX ASP system and the related hardware to assure team’s knowledge base of application.
• Represented the Hardware Implementation Team in high-level meetings with senior executives from prospective chain and multi-site customers involving 50-250 pharmacy locations.
• Coordinated work between Network Engineers and customer Network/Security Engineers to implement site-to-site and remote access VPN’s to different Hospital, Pharmacy and University networks.
• Acted as Technical Advisor certifying the functionality of PharmacyRX ASP on Windows XP Professional. The ASP was only supported on Windows 2000 Professional before this certification project.
• Appointed Technical Advisor to certify hardware from new vendors for PharmacyRX customers.

Network Installation Specialist, (2003 – 2004)
Assisted new PharmacyRX customers in design and installation of computer networks to successfully complete the PharmacyRX system Hardware Implementation.

• Provided Level Two hardware and networking support to the PharmacyRX customer base, including after hours and weekends on-call support.
• Worked to certify a configuration method for the Cisco SOHO 91 router and PIX 501 firewall as the primary network devices to be implemented in all future PharmacyRX networks.
• Educated customers and researched broadband connectivity to the Internet through the various networking technologies: DSL, T-I, Cable/Modem, Frame Relay and fixed point wireless. Trouble shot and worked directly with ISP’s to resolve firewall and router issues.

INTEGRATED TECHNICAL SYSTEMS, Atlanta, GA 2002 – 2004
Owner, Operating Officer

Co-founded a company specializing in design, installation and support of commercial and residential computer network and structured wiring solutions.

• Developed all of the internal processes and training allowed all installers to perform different design and installation functions in a way that represents the company’s high standards to our customers.
• Implemented methods that allow remote teams to share network designs and equipment requirements in a real time Internet-based environment.

EARTHLINK, Atlanta, GA January 2000 – December 2003
Senior Broadband Installation Technician

Coordinated services between different telecom vendors and their various network operating centers, to install, configure and troubleshoot the combination of hardware and software that provide the basis of EarthLink’s ADSL service.

• Mastered the ability to Telnet into remote access concentrators and Cisco routers that control access to EarthLink’s network, find ATM port statistics for an individual PVC, diagnose and troubleshoot the connection.
• Remotely monitored, tested and suggested repairs for all of points in the network, hardware and software configurations required for ADSL.

EDUCATION

New Horizons Computer Training Institute, Atlanta, GA
Interconnecting Cisco Network Devices
This training includes both routing and switching concepts, covering both Layer 2 and Layer 3 technologies. This course focuses on using Cisco Catalyst switches and Cisco routers connected in local-area networks and wide-area networks typically found at small to medium network sites.

Currently pursuing a Network Operations Certification, Georgia Institute of Technology, Atlanta, GA
College of Computing. After completing this course I will be able to select, connect, configure, and troubleshoot networking devices from different vendors.

I have completed and been certified in the following courses:
Introduction to Networking
UNIX for Users
Fundamentals of TCP/IP Networks
TCP/IP Network Problem Determination
Advanced / Practical Network Management
Multivendor System Administration

Bachelor of Science, Consumer Sciences, Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, GA
Major: Institutional Administration
Minor: Business
I personally financed 100% percent of my college education by working part-time or full-time during college.

Lauren E. Krieble

Lauren Krieble — Sat, 09 Aug 2008 19:23:00 -0400

Lauren Elaine Krieble
(812) 236.9270 (Mobile)
lkrieble@verizon.net

Permanent Address:
99 Forest Glen Court
Terre Haute, IN 47802-5917

Objective:
To obtain a challenging and rewarding position with an innovative company.

Summary:
Bachelor of Science degree in Marketing specializing in sales. Study
abroad program to Australia, December 2005-January2006, studying
International Marketing.

Education:
Western Kentucky University, Bowling Green, KY
Bachelor of Science in Marketing specializing in sales
Gordon Ford College of Business
GPA: 3.5/4.0
Graduation Date: May 13, 2006

Experience:
SONY DADC, Inc.
Full Service Technology and Solution Provider for Optical Media
Terre Haute, IN, October 2007-Present
• Project Coordinator
o Responsible for managing a strategic group of client relationships.

Brewco Motorsports, Inc.
Busch & Nextel Cup Series NASCAR Competitor
Central City, KY, November 2006-May 2007
• Program Manager
o Marketing liaison between major corporate sponsor Kimberly-Clark Global Sales Inc. and Brewco Motorsports, Inc.

Krieble Asset Management, Inc.
Private Investment Firm Terre Haute, IN, August 2001-May 2006
• Administrative Assistant
o Organization and preparation of Lauren monthly client statements, preparing client agreements, statements, and other documents, as well as answering the phone.
o Marketing liaison between major corporate sponsor Kimberly-Clark Global Sales Inc. and Brewco Motorsports, Inc.

Extracurricular Activities:
• Young Business Leaders 2008-Present
• Junior Achievement 2008-Present
• American Marketing Association 2005-2006
• Elected Intramural Chair for Chi Omega Chapter 2004-2006
• College Republicans 2002-2006
• Chi Omega Chapter Western Kentucky University 2002-2006

Honors:
• Featured on the cover page of BusinessWeek, January 2006 Financial Issue (WKU promotional cover wrap)
o One of eight students selected by Dr. Rick Shannon: Associate Professor and Chair of Marketing
o Criteria based on GPA, performance in classes, projects, as well as outside knowledge

Account Executive

Jennifer Buehler — Sun, 10 Aug 2008 16:14:54 -0400

Jennifer L. Buehler
114 Harris Avenue
Midway, GA 31320
Phone/Cell: 912-980-2260
Email: jlbvip@yahoo.com
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QUALIFICATIONS
An effective communicator with excellent written, presentation and public speaking skills. Able to prioritize and handle complex, multiple projects through ten years, in various Outside/Inside Sales and Customer Service positions. Proficient in Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Outlook Express mail programs, MS Word, Excel and various MS-DOS based custom programs. A skilled professional who has demonstrated the ability to work with all levels of management and staff in diverse organizations.

EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts, Fine & Applied Arts, Bethany College. Bethany, West Virginia, 1994

EMPLOYMENT

2007 – Present Corporate Account Executive, VIP Promotional Products, Hinesville, Georgia
Assist Corporate Marketing departments with creative advertising items for trade shows, annual meetings, training sessions, product launches, company picnics and employee recognition including corporate branded apparel. Research products using industry specific software, specify artwork measurements, prepare quotes, and purchase items, maintain customer service between factory and customer as well as delivery of items to customer within local service area. Develop new business through self-promotion marketing, cold calling, networking and referrals.

2007 Account Executive, The Madison Press Newspaper, Brown Publishing Company, London, Ohio
Provide service to existing account base, within a specified territory. Consistently meet and exceed goals set by the Advertising Manager. Provide print and internet advertising solutions for area businesses, within the local newspaper. Cross-sell advertising solutions to customers for other Brown Publishing products, such as weekly publications. Develop new customers through relationship based, creative selling techniques, prospecting and cold calling. Work closely with the graphics and circulation departments within the newspaper, to create customer focused advertising that will provide an impact on business sales as well as increasing advertising revenue for the newspaper.

2005-2007 Administrative Assistant, Shaw Print and Promotion, Columbus, Ohio
Maintain all Administrative tasks for the Sales Staff, including Order Entry, Artwork, Email/Fax Artwork Proofs, Accounts Payables, Invoicing, creation and distribution of reports, as well as faxes, mail and general Receptionist duties.

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2000-2004 Program Administrator, Stillwagon Enterprises, Inc., Dublin, Ohio
Administer comprehensive Service Award Program for nationally recognized accounts. Communicate with large number and variety of vendors to ensure consistent pricing and availability of items, procure electronic images for web host to update online and print catalogs. Maintain Customer Service for client, purchase inventory, ship and invoice orders for clients every quarter. Maintain a 98% response rate yearly, through direct mailings and quarterly reports to the client.

1998-1999 Account Coordinator, The Computer Group, Inc., Hilliard, Ohio
Manage client projects from initial receipt of order from Sales to delivery to retail stores. Schedule replication of all media including; DVD, CD, and Diskettes, printing, assembly of retail packaging and Point of Purchase Displays for a multimillion dollar account. Identify critical-path items through daily meetings with Production and Logistics staff and handle troubleshooting to ensure product(s) arrive on or before client deadlines. Schedule trucks for freight delivery of product, schedule dock appointments with end user, to ensure timely delivery of product. Coordinate fulfillment reorders with client and maintained project inventory for future assembly. Prepare invoices for billing upon completion of projects.

1997-1998 Sales Support, CompuServe Distribution Services, Columbus, Ohio
Temporary Position providing daily entry of orders for Sales staff. Designed and maintained an on-line Excel spreadsheet, accessible through the company intranet, tracking the progression of orders for individual Sales Representatives. Maintained all information regarding each sale, including estimated delivery times, change orders, cancellations, designation of Operating Systems for each order, as well as final customer delivery location.

1996-1997 Project Coordinator, Custom Concepts, Inc., Hilliard, Ohio
Liaison between manufacturer of Advertising Specialty items and Sales Representatives. Provide follow up with vendors to ensure product is in stock and that the correct artwork, Pantone Matching System and Madeira thread colors are used. Expedite orders when necessary to ensure the customer due date. Maintain detailed log of order progress from beginning to end in ASI Profit Maker and Microsoft Word. Track orders with UPS online software. Assist Sales Representatives in troubleshooting problems associated with orders including pricing, artwork and shipping.

AFFILIATIONS
Hinesville Area Arts Council – Executive Board of Directors, Interim Secretary, 2008
American Motorcyclist Association, 2002-2006
Fraternal Order of Eagles, Ladies Auxiliary, 2004-Present
Outstanding Young Women of America. 1997
London Players Theatre Organization 1994-1997
Alpha Psi Omega Theatre Honorary 1992-1994
Vice President. 1994
Sigma Tau Epsilon. Music Honorary. 1993-1994

References Available Upon Request

Michelle C. Lee - Account Executive

Michelle C. Lee — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 21:09:08 -0400

OBJECTIVE
To obtain a position that utilizes my professional, creative and interpersonal skills to establish and foster successful long term relationships with the agency’s top clients.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Spirer Communications – Hilton Head Island, SC January 2007 to June 2008

Account Executive
• Attain the highest level of client service with agency’s most prominent accounts by exceeding the client’s stated and implied needs
• Provide support to internal agency staff ensuring account needs are met in a responsive, efficient, effective and accurate manner
• Effectively manage a large and diverse multi-million dollar book of business
• Promote the value of print, media, interactive, and other advertising and marketing services through thorough knowledge and effective communication
• Identify short and long term needs of the client and match these with the capabilities of the agency to successfully close opportunities
• Responsible for negotiation and resolution of client complaints and issues

Anderson Communications Group - Hilton Head Island, SC August 2004 to December 2006

Assistant Account Executive | December 2005 to December 2006
• Manage sub-projects or portions of a project, keeping the necessary individuals abreast of status, specifically trafficking and managing sales and creative duties
• Manage administrative activities for assigned clients, including handling mail/packages, creating conference reports, preparing correspondence, and other administrative duties as assigned or requested by clients
• Conduct research, provide input and make recommendations to the account & creative team in the initial project planning phase for assigned clients
• Maintain a current and accurate record of client’s advertising program
• Manage client, vendor, and internal schedules to maintain drop dates and tight deadlines

Account Coordinator | June 2005 to December 2005
• Assist with general day-to-day administrative needs of multiple sales and account teams (meetings, premiums, collateral, etc.)
• Maintain files on assigned clients including: correspondence, approvals, copy, forms/documents, production quotes/purchase orders, supplies, and competitor and industry information
• Review copy, artwork, bluelines, sign-offs, and color keys to ensure that all work meets agency and client specifications
• Serve as the primary internal client liaison in the absence of the Account Executive
• Special projects as assigned

Traffic/Production Manager | August 2004 to June 2005
• Interact daily with clients/vendors regarding schedules, artwork, corrections and budgets
• Direct flow of work and issue timely communications to alert Account Management and creative teams of key deadlines and information needed in order to complete the project
• Maintain a daily status report of all creative projects within the Interactive division of agency

• Schedule and facilitate project-related team meetings for start-ups, reviews, regroups, and post-mortem meetings
• Ensure appropriate approvals of all creative materials are obtained prior to being sent to the client; distribute copies to team as necessary

Van Der Meer Tennis - Hilton Head Island, SC 2001 to 2004

Sales & Marketing Coordinator
• Manage email and phone inquiries and sales
• Manage direct mail, promotional merchandise, posters, etc. for special events
• Generate sales reports on a daily basis
• Work with agency on record to coordinate special events, media and print campaigns
• Update/maintain internal mailing lists of customers and prospects

Sea Pines Country Club - Hilton Head Island, SC 2000 to 2001

Supervising Administrative Assistant
• Assist club directors
• Train administrative staff
• Manage dining reservations
• Facilitate member accommodations

EDUCATION
Academy of Art University San Francisco, CA 2008 to Present
Field of Study: Graphic Design

Technical College of the Lowcountry Beaufort, SC 1999 to 2001
Field of Study: Computer Science
Major GPA: 3.5

EXPERTISE
Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Flash, Dreamweaver
Microsoft Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint

REFERENCES
Available upon request

Leadership / Creativity / Project Mgr / Business Analyst

Michele Martin — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 10:32:08 -0400

Summary of Talents
Leadership
--Thirteen years of leadership and/or in leadership training
--Visionary (“Big picture” business strategy planning, Urban Master Planning)
--Cross Functional Leadership
--Business consulting (1 year)
--Metrics (President / Director / Unit Level) (10 years)
--Military Doctrine (18 years)
--Executive Management Simulations
--Business Plans
Process Improvement
--Problem Solving
--Cross Functional Process Development, Implementation and Documentation (SOPs, Process Diagrams)
--Process Audits (4 years)
--6-Sigma Green Belt Certified and Lean Manufacturing (Quality / Statistical Analysis, Mentoring)
--Regression Modeling (SPSS / Minitab)
--ISO trained
Project Management (Thirteen years)
--Construction
--Real Estate Tenant Leasing
--Inventory Accuracy
--Major software upgrade (Cognos 8.2)
Information Technologies
--Research and Data Mining (SQL/MS Access)
--Database Development
--Systems Analysis and Design (E-commerce Request for Quote; SOP Database)
Supply Chain Management (All functions)
--Inventory Management / Inventory Accuracy (4 years)
--Just in time inventory
--Contract Development and Negations
--Supplier Report Cards
--NAPM certified as a Certified Purchasing Manager – passed test
--Uniform Commercial Code training
--Hazmat Shipping Certification – Expired
--Government Purchasing Procedures
--Outsourcing Business Analysis
--Project Lead on E-commerce Request for Quote System
Sales / Marketing
--Creative sales packages to fit customers’ need (Electrical Contracting Service package at ~ $1,000,000)
--Event Planning for Sales Meeting
--Public Relations Plan
--Developed Statement of Work for Sales contract between API and Gulfstream
--Root cause analysis to sales margin decline
--SWAT Analysis
--Marketing to woman
--Competitive Threat and Market Share Analysis (6 months)
Accounting / Finance
--Break Even Point Analysis
--Financial and Operating Ratios
--Time Value of Money
--Internal Rate of Return (IRR)
--Activity Based Costing / Management
Training
--Training Cognos Business Intelligence technical skills (1 year)
Industry Experience
--Aviation (4 years)
--Rail (2 years)
--Credit Card (1 year)
--Architecture and Building Industry (10 years)
--Manufacturing (6 years)

Education
Masters of Business Administration
Georgia Southern University - Savannah, GA 2001- May 2007

Bachelor of Architecture
Commission in United States Army Reserves / National Guard
University of Kansas - Lawrence, KS 1988-1994, 5-year professional degree

Employment Experience
Savannah State University – Savannah, GA Aug ’08 – present
Part-time Instructor
-Develop curriculum and teach business skills to performing and fine arts students.

Gulfstream Aerospace Corporation – Savannah, GA June ’05 – July ‘08
End User Computing Analyst, Sr.
-Provided support for an estimated 1500 employees across 11 sites for Gulfstream’s reporting program of choice, Cognos Business Intelligence software supporting.
--Process development and documentation, public relation program, metrics, user forum, user training and mentoring, report writing, Cognos 8 software conversion plan and implementation, and troubleshooting.

Supply Chain Management Project Manager
--Responsibility for supply chain management projects for the Director of Materials. Projects include department president and director level metrics, guiding staffs procedural documentation, real estate tenant leasing, process audits, database queries, data mining, aisle ownership program, warehouse access control and inventory clean up. Skills – Coordination across sites at every position level, critical path project management.

Aerospace Products International – Savannah, GA July ’04 – June ‘05
Consultant (Business Analyst) to Gulfstream Aviation
--Consulted to the VP/GM of Gulfstream Logistics and staff in After Market Supply Management.
--Skills included process analysis, improvement and documentation; develop and implement project programs; research competitive threat and market share; develop sales programs; inventory accuracy; analysis of out-sourcing options for repairable parts; data mining and analysis.

DOD, Georgia National Guard - Atlanta, GA June ’01 – Dec ’01, June 02 – July 04
Renovation and Construction Project Manager
--Project manager and owner’s liaison for renovations and new construction of Georgia National Guard Buildings. Ensured quality control, project schedule, and project cost.

White Electrical Construction Company - Atlanta, GA Dec ’01 – June 02
Construction and Services Project Manager / Sales
--Manage the customer relations for electrical construction and service projects from zero to $500,000.00 to include estimating, writing contracts, planning labor, scheduling, budgeting, sales and quality assurance.
--Number one account with annual revenue of 3 million dollars.
--Developed sales initiative at $1 million to handle entire electrical management of owner’s faculties.

General Electric - Atlanta, GA February ’98 – May ’01
Credit Card Recovery Support Department Manager
--Managed in-bound call center, written requests and ordering optical for write-off accounts under the (Fair Credit and Reporting Act) FCRA and other regulator agencies with 2 managers and 40 associates.
Transportation Systems Technical Director
--One of two first-line supervisors’ responsible for 55 BNSF union employees for maintenance and servicing of G.E. locomotives. 6-sigma and lean manufacturing tool utilization. $235,000 by increasing labor efficiencies by piping in and removing oils, lubricants, and compressed air.
Project leader for Request for Quotes on E-commerce
--This 6-sigma project would give GE a $6.5 million in sales opportunity.
Contracting Agent
--Responsible for sourcing the control systems of the renewal parts division of locomotives, transit, and off highway vehicles.

United States Army National Guard / Reserves - Atlanta, GA Jan ’90 - Feb ’08
Engineer Officer
--14 years of leadership opportunities managing in many diverse situations and varying sizes of subordinates.
Operation Iraqi Freedom Feb 03 –March 04
--Battle Captain to ensure that information was delivered it to the correct staff officer(s) and action items were not left unattended.
--Construction Officer to prioritized, issued and ensured quality assurance for four-engineer battalions and over 500 projects for Quality of Live for LSA Adder, Iraq of over 23,000 soldiers and Humanitarian Assistance projects in the An Nasiriyah, Iraq.
--Engineer Officer in Charge to design the master plan and infrastructure of Tallil Air Base, Iraq. Highlights include being the project manager for a 28 million gallon pond to draw raw water for a water processing system.

Professional Development Experience
StudioMartin, LLC http://studiomartin.us
--Marketing for website development and marketing material company
Gulfstream Management Association, VP of Professional Development April ’08 – July ‘08
--Direct committee to determine educational needs of members, schedule, market and teach management classes. Plan and host events for professional development speakers. Maintain associated budget.
Business Consulting Services – Canton, GA Sept ’07 – Oct’07
--Consulted on business plan with proposed partnership to become executive management of Aaron Lakes, Inc. Aaron Lakes, Inc formed with the intention of buying and operating a chemical company with environmentally friendly chemical release agents for construction purposes.

Other Skills
M. S. Office, M. S. Access, Visio, Cognos Products (8, Powerplay, Transformer, and Report.net), SQL writing, M. S. Project, Accubid, Oracle, CASS, AS400/RMS, HTML Web page design, Adobe Freehand 3.1, Adobe PhotoShop, CorelDraw, AutoCAD 2000, Microstation 5.0, UNIX and DOS language, Corridor, Oracle Query Reporter Version 8.1, iGrafx, PL/SQL and EZSQL, SPSS and MiniTab.

Jamie Resume

Jamie — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 12:07:20 -0400

Jamie Young
8505 Waters Ave Apt# 65 - Savannah GA 31406
912-429-9597 Breille_young@yahoo.com
CUSTOMER SERVICE/ASSISTANT
OBJECTIVE

Highly competitive, self-starter who is organized, love being around other people, disciplined, and goal oriented .

Listen to determine needs or customer before offering a solution. Quickly establish rapport with other.

Experienced in providing written and oral presentation. Resourceful and committed. Versatile and adaptable.

Welcome the challenge of solving problems

COMPUTER SKILLS
Microsoft words
Excel
Power point
Outlook
I’ve had experience with this windows for more than 3 years.

EDUCATION

Windsor High School freshmen year back in 2004. Located in Savannah ,GA
Jenkins High School Sophomore - Senior year 2005-2007. Located in Savannah, GA
Savannah Tech College taking up Business 2008. Located in Savannah ,GA

EMPLOYMENT
MC. Donald’s eat out place. I was working there for about a year. My experience at Mc. Donald’s was challenging for a first job for me I was a Sophomore at Jenkins High School. I ran the floor. cashier, and handling money. I stared October 12, 2006 and ended in October 15, 2007.

Other Experience
Doctor Office
Filling papers
Answering Phone
Making appointments
Assistant Patience
I have office experience for two years.

Warehouse
Light lifting
Medium lifting
Stocking
Receiving

REFERENCES

Ms. Vardy Manger at TJ Maxx 912-352-4550
Ms. Emily Manger at MC. Donald’s 912-356-1219

Clancy Mathews

Clancy Mathews — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 14:14:55 -0400

207 W. GWINNETT STREET, SAVANNAH, GA 31401
PHONE 912-655-5018 • E-MAIL CLANCYMATHEWS@YAHOO.COM
CLANCY MATHEWS
SUMMARY

Dedicated individual with extensive experience in customer service and technology. Devoted to generating sales and providing extraordinary service & satisfaction with successful results as a problem solver. Demonstrated ability to communicate and perform in a professional and productive manner at all times.
EDUCATION

January 2004 - 2007 University of South Carolina, Beaufort
Degree Earned: Bachelor of Science in Hospitality
Grade Point Average: 3.59 (Cum Laude) Sales & Marketing
SKILLS

Interpersonal
Extremely Versatile
Great Employee & Client Relationships
High Impact Presentations & Delivery
Self-motivated
Computer
Hardware and Software Troubleshooting
Hardware and Software Maintenance
Software
Microsoft Office
Microsoft Windows 98, 2000, XP
Microsoft Windows Server 2000, 2003, 2003 Small Business
Springer Miller Systems (PMS)
Micros Systems (POS)
Aloha Systems (POS)
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

May 2008-Present The Inn at Palmetto Bluff
Sales Coordinator and Reservations Specialist
 Generate revenue through Group & Leisure Sales
 Organize and implement site visits
 Produce weekly 14-day forecast
 Database marketing and telephone prospecting
 Presenting our property and closing sales

July 2007-May 2008 The Inn at Palmetto Bluff
IT Assistant Bluffton, SC

 Provide technical support to staff and guests throughout the resort.
 Coordinate and implement audio visual set up for events.
 Create and deliver PowerPoint Presentations
 Create internet accounts for users and resolve internet related problems.
December 2006 – July 2007 The Inn at Palmetto Bluff
Front Desk Agent Bluffton, SC

 Provided technical support to staff and guests throughout the resort.
 Provided exceptional service to guests and staff
 Communicated with guests regarding reservations, billing, and amenities
 Resolved customer complaints
 Responsible for checking guests in and out of the hotel
 Generated management reports using Spring Miller Systems(PMS)

January 2005 – November 2005 Uncle Bubba’s Oyster House
Restaurant Manager Savannah, GA

 Provided exceptional service to guests
 Responsible for employee training, scheduling, and retention
 Ensured high levels of customer satisfaction
 Maintained cash and ran reconciliation reports for servers
 Managed purchasing and budget
 Led restaurant staff of 50 people

February 2003 – December 2007 Shrimp Docks Restaurant
Restaurant Manager Sunbury, GA

 Provided exceptional service to guests
 Trained new employees
 Created weekly employee schedules
 Developed menus based on guest trends/preferences
 Communicated with vendors and negotiated costs
 Documented and prepared daily, weekly, and monthly transaction
 Oversaw front and back of house operations
ACCOMPLISHMENTS

 Savannah Area Tourism Leadership Council Scholarship Winner
 ServSafe Certification
 Club Management Certification
 Auberge Distinct Service Training
 Hilton Head Island Ambassador

Sarah Holland

Sarah Holland — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 20:55:35 -0400

Sarah Holland
125 North Rogers St.
Pooler, GA 31322
Srperr@gmail.com
912-704-6834
____________________________________________________________________________________________________

Objective: To obtain an entry level position with a respected company that will allow me to effectively utilize my organizational and communication skills as well as my management skills.

Education : Armstrong Atlantic State University Graduation Date: May 2007
GPA: 3.83 Management, Theater
Valdosta State University 3 years

General Overview: Have developed excellent customer service skills and have successfully dealt with the public in a fast-paced work
environment; self-motivated, responsible, energetic and ambitious; received employee of semester by demonstrating good organizational skills, multi tasking, working well with others, and possessing a strong work ethic; also have a great deal of public speaking experience.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Excel, Photoshop, Power Point, Internet, MS Publisher, Dream Weaver, File Maker Pro, In Design

Activities: Richmond Hill High School: Interact Club, Cheer Savannah, Yearbook Staff, and Track
Valdosta State University: Member of SIFE (Students In Free Enterprise), VSU Cheerleader and NCA Cheerleader Armstrong Atlantic State University: Inkwell Newspaper Staff

Internship: Carriage Trade Public Relations Firm
Marjorie Young, President
November 2006-May 2007
Responsibilities: Coverage for media (WJCL, WSAV, WTOC, Savannah Morning News), Lining up media interviews, taking photographs of events and blogging, writing press releases and distributing them-dealt one on one with Coastal BETA was one of my main clients

Senior Capstone: Coastal Pet Rescue
Lisa Scarborough, President
January 2007-May 2007
Responsibilities: Helped coordinate events

Employment History:
UPS
Sales Support Representative and Account Executive: September 4, 2007- Present
Responsibilities: Servicing existing accounts, cold calling, establishing new accounts, meeting weekly goals, and completing weekly reports
Enterprise Rent A Car
Manager Trainee: May 2007- September 2007
Responsibilities: Call customers and let them know what is going on with there bill, answer multiple lines on phones, mail, daily deposit, rent cars out , and sell insurance
Art, Music, and Theatre department, Armstrong Atlantic State University
Box Office Manager: August 2006-May 2007
Responsibilities: Managing ticket inventory, distribution of tickets, Box Office reports, enter data into computer, managed shows at night
National Cheerleading Association Staff: May 2005-January 2007
Responsibilities: Traveled and taught cheerleading camps; organizational skills and creativity enhanced, public speaking to an average of 600 campers per camp
Student Recreation Center, Valdosta State University
Marketing Supervisor: August 2004-August 2005
Responsibilities: Marketed upcoming events/created new events/updated web page, made data spreadsheets and enter data into computer, went out to public and found sponsors for events

Sarah Holland
125 North Rogers St.
Pooler, GA 31322
Srperr@gmail.com
912-704-6834
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________

Personal References:

Mitch Riggins, Federal Probation Officer
912-650-4150

Debbie O’Connor, Memorial Hospital
912-429-4150

Deborah Hager
912-658-3238

Professional References:

Mario Incorvaia, Marketing Director
Armstrong Atlantic State University
912-921-5496

Marjorie Young, President
Carriage Trade Public Relations Firm
912-356-9889

Mike Heagy, Vice President
Hugo Boss
912-880-5202

Marianna Vanderhoof, Account Executive
UPS
615-715-1959

Sales Manager/ Business Consultant

Mike Nadeau — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:22:24 -0400

Having served in Operations Management for the past 15 years, with continued success in meeting customer service, customer expectations, business goals, sales targets, and overall new business development objectives, I am confident that I can make a valuable contribution to your organization's future projects and initiatives, especially in the area of Sales Management or Business Development.

I can help you in several key areas and what’s more, I can certainly help you in getting the results you’re looking for. You want an employee with measurable RESULTS, and while my past is my strong point to being hired, here are some key areas from the skills, wisdom, knowledge & experiences, that I have acquired, where I know I can help you and your organization:

Being a Visionary
Leading/Inspiring Staff
Being Approachable
Having Composure
Integrity, Ethics & Values
Listening Skills
Customer Service
Morale Building
Decision Making
Critical Thinking
Leading by Example
Risk Management
Team Building and Development

My resume contains additional details regarding my career accomplishments. I would welcome an opportunity for a personal interview to discuss your organization's needs & the results you can expect from me in addressing those needs.

Yours Truly,

Michael Nadeau

Sales Manager/ Business Consulting

Mike Nadeau — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 09:28:36 -0400

SALES MANAGER | BUSINESS CONSULTING

Bringing 10 + Years of Professional Experience in Operations Management as Follows:

• Project Management
• Relationship Building
• Strategic Business Development
• Business Planning

• Business Management
• P&L Accountability
• Customer Service
• Inventory Control
• Account Management

• Business/Revenue Growth
• Team Building
• Budgeting
• Team Leadership

CORE COMPETENCIES

Recognized throughout career for being a visionary leader leveraging in-depth knowledge of the marketplace and the competitor landscape to significantly increase revenue. Solid organizational, communication, and team leadership skills. Adept at conveying complex concepts in a simple and compelling manner. Expertise in project coordination, account maintenance, and new business development.

Extensive experience in successfully managing a small company, all aspects of a beverage distribution center, and leading intelligence units in the United States Air Force.
Experience encompasses selecting key personnel, training staff, developing and managing budgets, establishing and monitoring productivity goals, and research and development of best business practices.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Tri County Irrigation and Landscape Inc., Orange Park,FL September 2006 – Present
COO
Managed the complete project process for over 500 residential homes and commercial sites including bidding, design, scheduling, purchasing, and customer service
Restructured internal operations to meet new budget requirements increasing profits by 20% during a downward trending industry
Built and sustained key relationships with current clients increasing customer satisfaction which allowed the company to maintain large accounts totaling over 1 million in sales per year.
Spearheaded the sales and marketing division increasing exposure and sales which climbed by 15%.

Champion Brands,
Savannah,GA October 2003 – September 2006
General Manager, Distribution, Red Bull Energy Drink
Responsible for purchasing and managing over 500k of inventory, point-of-sale material, and equipment
Analyzed business plans to effectively create innovative techniques resulting in exceeding sales standards by over 300% and increased distribution for a sales team of 15 members
Interpreted SCAN and AC Nielsen data to set pricing standards throughout the market which helped to increase sales by over 300%
Organizational leadership which created a proactive corporate culture inspiring staff members to strive for excellence both professionally and personally

U.S. Air Force
October 1994 – September 2003
Staff Sergeant, Intelligence Analysis
Task-oriented skills resulting in the ability to prioritize time sensitive material to senior level officers with 100% accuracy
People-Related skills organizing and delegating to team members to effectively meet mission requirements
Mentored countless younger airmen by assisting in the development of skills for future endeavors
Able to acquire and maintain Top Secret security clearance and special classifications

EDUCATION
University of Phoenix
Master of Business Administration, 2009 Projected Graduation

Bachelor of Science, Management

Dedicated Management Professional

John C. Kicklighter — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 11:48:17 -0400

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS:
Management Professional with progressive and extensive experience in Human Resources, Customer Services, Operations, and Project Management in the business industry.
Excellent communication and presentation skills with a proven ability in establishing and developing successful relationships by providing comprehensive attention to client’s needs.
Proven leadership record with a successful history of increasing efficiency and productivity, developing and introducing new methods, programs and systems.

EXPERIENCE:

JOB TRAINING UNLIMITED, INC. 09/07 - 07/08
Program Manager & Youth Service Specialist
Responsible for the daily functions necessary to achieve and maintain goals required of a service provider working with the Workforce Investment Act youth in the Coastal Georgia Region.
Interacted/coordinated with various community agencies, local schools, Coastal Workforce Services (Administrative Entity) and the Coastal Workforce Services Youth Board to service our youth customers.
Developed relationships with local businesses to recruit as partner worksites helping to ensure a positive learning work experience for the youth in our program.
Managed/Supported two Youth Service Specialist working to help youth between the ages of 14 and 21 obtain and maintain employment by providing and/or coordinating training, work experience, skills and resources.
Monitored and interacted with the Youth Services Specialists and our youth on a regularly scheduled basis to provide support, coaching and ensure goals were met.

REAL ESTATE 11/01 - 09/07
Realtor
CENTURY 21 Ways Station (Georgia)
Re/Max Central Florida
R&F Properties of Central Florida, Inc.

UNITED HEALTHCARE OF FLORIDA, INC.12/00-11/01
Operations Manager, Health Plan
Managed the transition/consolidation of Customer Services to other service locations. Orlando Customer Services center closed 2001.

Manager, Customer Services 3/98 - 12/00
Managed four customer service teams in the daily functions related to processing both telephone and written inquiries for the Central/North Florida region.
Responsible for forecasting for the department, creating and incorporating policies and procedures, and recruiting and training employees.
Handled sensitive member, employer, broker, and provider inquiries regarding healthcare benefit coverage, claims, and grievances.
Coordinated with Sales, Network Delivery, Care Coordination, Billing and Enrollment and Claims to ensure customer expectations were met.
Ensured customer calls servicing level were meeting or exceeding performance standards.
Assisted with the transition/consolidation of Medicaid Enrollment.

AVMED, INC. (Florida) 08/96 - 2/98
Manager, Claims Operations
Responsible for approximately fifty employees processing managed care claims for four plan areas including Tampa, Orlando, Jacksonville, and Gainesville.
Maintained a high level of claims service standards relating to accuracy and turn-around time during the implementation of a new processing software system.
Provided support to the project team, assisting in the implementation of the software system.
Coordinated with Customer and Physician Service departments to ensure the appropriate level of service was provided to both the providers and members.
Worked closely with the provider community to resolve outstanding claims issues.
Recruited and ensured all Claims Examiners were trained.

BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD OF FLORIDA, INC. 11/78 - 8/96
Manager, Customer Services, National Accounts
Supervisor, Medicare B, Customer Services Area
Supervisor, Medicare B, Claims
Corporate Collections Specialist, Finance Department
Customer Service Representative, Federal Customer Service Department

Marketing wizard, consultant & senior executive

Joe Griffin — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 18:58:36 -0400

Joe Griffin (visit: www.JoeGriffin.info ) is a rainmaker with a blue chip pedigree including The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS WorldPay), VeriSign, Visa International, T-Mobile and AT&T. In addition, he's helped two firms through successful IPO's and later acquisition: General Magic and Aerial Communication.

Before joining RBS Joe was involved at VeriSign expanding the brand, (over 1 million websites depend upon VeriSign "Trusted Site" SSL Certificates), wireless consulting, VeriSign payment services, OSS applications, Internet infrastructure enhancements, and in ecommerce, monetizing digital media at the point of convergence delivered via mobile broadband.

Joe's background also includes: enterprise software, consumer electronics and emerging technologies, e.g., RFID, smartcard, telematics, SEO, and fixed mobile convergence.

He brings a wealth of senior level contacts, detailed technical knowledge and hands-on experience in assessing market opportunities, launching products, marketing strategies, creating alliances, managing JV's, and IPR licensing.

As a consultant he has created and implemented award-winning "go-to-market" B-2-B and B-2-C launches, messaging strategies, competitive landscape / threat assessment and opened new sales channel for clients.

As an entrepreneur he co-founded GCS-Team, LLP, [ www.gcs-team.com] a high tech consultancy and served as a V.P. with several successful start-ups. For GCS clients he choreographed VC fund raising and directed industry analyst interviews, IPO road shows and media/press tours.

Earlier Joe led a strategic business unit at AT&T and served as a technology advisor and business development executive with Visa International, T-Mobile, VeriSign, Philips Electronics in Europe and Pioneer in Japan.

Joe's academic accomplishments include an MBA from De Paul University, BS in Marketing and Computer Science from the Univ. of Illinois. In addition, he completed the Harvard Law School Executive Development Program..

Specialties:
Rainmaker a unique blend of experience in payment systems, enterprise software, telecom (wireless and mobile content, fixed mobile convergence), financial services, alliances, consumer electronics, plus consulting.

hard worker looking for work

Anna Lorenz — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 12:12:16 -0400

Hi. My name is Anna Lorenz. I am currently unemployed and looking for work. I have expierance in resturaunt, sales, security,and various other feilds. I would like to get back into waitressing, but am not too picky and at this point really need a job. I am a hardworker and fast learner. I am willing to pull extra hours and have a completely open availability. Please look over my resume and if you feel you might have the right job for me let me know.