IT Help Desk Associate

The help desk role is the bridge between the customer and the rest of the IT department. It is critically important to the NYRR that the help desk function effectively and efficiently because computer related problems can severely impact business operations.   Very good help desk staff not only close jobs quickly, but they leave a perception with the client of an organized, professional, friendly and competent IT department. For this reason, personal traits such as attention to detail and communication skills are important characteristics of good help desk staff.

Responsibilities:

• Provide first line response for users requiring assistance with information technology issues and problems.
• Stay current with system information, changes and updates.
• Responsible for keeping track of all incoming Help Desk tickets by phone or email. Create/assign/update/close tickets in a timely manner via ticket system (Numara Track-IT).
• Escalate more involved problems to the appropriate support teams.
• Act as a liaison between customers and technical escalation teams.
• Prepares and configures computer equipment, including installation of appropriate software. Test new software releases and features.
• Delivers, tags, sets up, and assists in the configuration of end-user PC desktop hardware, software and peripherals.
• Prepare, setup temporary PCs for use at remote locations in support of events.
• Diagnoses and resolves end-user network or local printer problems, computer hardware/software problems, email, Internet and network access problems.
• Coordinates timely repair of PC computer equipment covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements.
• Performs minor desktop hardware repair for PC/Mac computer equipment and peripherals that are not covered by third-party vendor maintenance agreements.
• Integrate hardware into existing LAN environments. This includes establishing network, file server access, configuration of email and print server connectivity.
• Setup and support mobile devices such as Blackberry, WIN, iPhone/IPad, etc.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Proficiency in Microsoft Windows XP, Vista, 7 and Apple OSX.
• Proficiency in and Microsoft Office 2007/2010.
• Basic Active Directory – Changing user passwords, moving user accounts to different OUs, unlocking accounts, joining computers to a domain, etc.
• Intermediate knowledge in hardware and networking.
• Knowledge of IPsec Cisco VPN client.
• Remote Desktop and similar Remote Control tools.
• Reloading Windows and installing hardware drivers.
• Migrating user data between workstations.
• Virus and spyware removal.
• Cabling knowledge a PLUS.

Expert knowledge is not required but applicants should have a basic understanding of the technology below:

• Firewalls & Routers
• DNS
• Windows Server 2008
• Microsoft Exchange Server
• Active Directory
• Wireless Networks and Security
• Blackberry Enterprise Server

Knowledge and abilities:

• Ability to provide excellent customer service while representing the IT Dept to the organization.
• Advanced computer troubleshooting, analysis, critical thinking and problem solving skills while making difficult concepts easy to understand.
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple tasks with frequent interruptions, occasionally in urgent situations and meet deadlines.
• Good verbal and written communication skills while supporting end users via phone, email, and/or in person.
• Must be motivated, detailed-oriented and a team player with the ability to work in a fast paced environment.
• Ability to learn multiple programs and systems.

Work Conditions:

• Includes weekend race day support (approximately 3 weekend days per month)
• Weekend work is compensated with paid day off during week.
• Race day work is outdoors- weather protective gear provided.
• Occasional evening work to support IT maintenance required.
• Traveling to between NYC based office locations required.

Experience Required: 2+ years

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Coordinator, Event Management and Logistics

The overall objectives of this department will be the efficient management of all levels of planning, managing and execution of NYRR events, while working with the Business Development & Marketing Strategies Department developing models that result in event services contributing to the overall profitability of the organization.

This position will report to the Senior Manager, Event Management and Logistics, and will be responsible for assisting with the overall planning and execution of key NYRR events, ensuring a first-class presentation with concentration on customer satisfaction while making sure all sponsor obligations are fulfilled.

Major Responsibilities:

• Manage the permitting process for all NYRR events
• Manage assigned events and projects; delivering quality results in a timely manner
• Research assignments related to current and prospective events and provide report on the research
• Manage all elements of special events; including booking, scheduling and operational coordination
• Budget preparation and management
• Monitor event quality and service, develop and oversee staff to ensure they are meeting/exceeding customer expectations
• Develop RFP's and coordinate scheduling of interviews with all outside contractors. Prepare final recommendation report for management review
• Process invoices, checking budgets and highlighting variances to management
• Finalize delivery schedules with outside vendors for events
• Assist with the compilation of all weekly critiques
• Create and manage various tracking and scheduling documents for events
• Submit weekly status reports on all projects to upper management

Required Qualifications:

• Entry level position. One year+ of event experience in the sports and/or entertainment industries preferred
• Willingness to travel and work various weekends
• Must have strong communicative skills, both verbal and written
• Strong attention to detail; ability to effectively manage multiple projects and work under tight deadlines
• Proficient in Microsoft Business Applications; Excel; PowerPoint; Word

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Client Services Coordinator

NYRR is seeking an experienced Client Services Coordinator to join the Corporate Partnerships team in our Business Development and Strategic Partnerships Department. This is a visible, collaborative position which requires multi-tasking, juggling of priorities, patience and team work. Key responsibilities are built upon the intersection of client strategy and top notch client service in a high paced, ever changing environment. 

This position will report to the Client Services Manager and Assistant Manager and will assist in managing internal and external deadlines, tracking sponsor deliverables and providing support for overall department projects.

Major Responsibilities:

• Assist Client Services Team to ensure successful execution of all projects and partner contracts related to weekly races and the Marathon
• Coordinate and track ING New York City Marathon related deliverables across all partner accounts
• Communicate project updates to Assistant Manager in a timely manner
• Maintain records for post-Marathon and post weekly event recaps (ex. capture web shots, samples, etc.)
• Act as liaison between Business Development/Strategic Partnerships and other internal departments, maintaining effective communication between teams
• Work on the weekends, at times 1-2 weekends a month
• Write and distribute meeting notes for various internal and external meetings
• Manage other assigned weekly and marathon related department projects (i.e. product charts, goody bag coordination, etc.)

Tasks/Projects:

Provide support on weekly NYRR events, including but not limited to:

• Create timelines and manage deadlines, update event scripts and run of shows, track sponsor deliverables
• Manage approval process for all assigned race creative elements
• Write and distribute notes for internal and external Marathon and weekly event meetings and support Assistant Manager on next steps in a timely manner
• Manage sponsor product quantities for both the Marathon and year-long calendar of NYRR weekly races
• Manage Marathon credentials for partners
• Assist with other Marathon-related projects

Required Qualifications:

• 4-year degree
• 2-3 years of work experience (internship or professional, preferably in Sports Management/Marketing)
• Self-starter who enjoys working in an active and challenging environment
• Flexible, adaptive in fluid work environment
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/deadlines efficiently
• Willing and excited to learn and ask questions to understand new concepts
• Strong organizational skills
• Willingness to work long hours and weekends
• Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency

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Design Director – BM&C

In this role, the manager will be responsible for overseeing day-to-day Design Studio Management plus working with Chief Creative Officer and the Brand Marketing and Communications team to make sure the brand aesthetic is upheld in all worldwide markets and channels. Director will help lead a studio of graphic designers, digital designers, writers and project managers in developing and executing required creative assets offline and online that support the marketing strategies and positioning of the NYRR brand and its products.

Major Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Demonstrates an ability to direct the creation of strategic solutions and be a powerful voice in our product commercialization process.
• Develops visual design strategies for our portfolio of brands and products, in support of marketing strategies, positioning and brand values.
• Ensures that the creative process is tied directly to targeted metrics attached to campaigns.
• Builds, manages and mentors a studio team of graphic designers, digital designers, copywriters, project management and administrative staff.
• Provides project and design leadership for outside design firms, photographers, videographers, and illustrators, including negotiating contracts and driving schedules.
• Provides design leadership for implementing packaging, merchandising and collateral.
• Helps to manage and maintain the creative assets archive including a photo archive.
• Implements brand standard graphic guidelines.
• Oversees creative services administration to ensure accurate budgeting, accounting and reporting.
• Collaborates with and oversees the performance of an outsourced provider in the Far East, fulfilling project management, art production, pre-press, print quality management.
• Helps develop go-to-market strategies for new and existing products.
• Generate ideas that advance marketing/product teams and expand their perceptions of what creative services can do to help them drive results.
• Manages general administrative and business reporting functions.
• Performs all assigned duties and responsibilities in accordance with specified deadlines and zero-defect quality standards.
• Manages overall project schedules, identifies dependencies and critical paths, resolves scheduling conflicts and provides accurate and timely management status reporting.
• Identifies and manages any changes in product development cycle including effects on scope, timing, cost and feasibility.
• Motivates and leads internal and external resources, builds good relationships with various colleagues and keeps them focused on quality deliverables, timelines and budgets - encourages solid working relationships among team members within the company.
• Acts in accordance with all company directives and policies and serves as a positive leadership role model for other employees.

Position Requirements/Skills:

• Bachelor's degree or commensurate combination of education and experience
• Degree in Design is a plus
• Expertise in Art Direction, Branding & Corporate Identity, Creative Direction, Graphic Design, Design Management, Information Architecture, User Experience Design, Motion Graphics, Video/Photo Production, Packaging, Project Management, and Strategy & Planning
• Must have 8 + years of solid brand and communication design experience, with substantial exposure to a wide variety of disciplines, including brand design, identity development, print and digital marketing materials, website development, digital application development, video/photo shoot direction, visual merchandising, and signage
• Must have strong aesthetic sense and intuitive understanding of what makes a truly great consumer marketing experience
• Must have a passion to inspire great design and ideas in a team environment
• Must have the ability to set vision and drive concepts and strategies through the entire creative and development process
• Must have the skill to effectively collaborate with outside creative agencies – and work closely with internal product development and marketing teams
• Must be able to interact, collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional business teams and business partners
• Must be highly knowledgeable in graphic arts production processes
• Fluency in current graphic design and business management software like; InDesign, PhotoShop, Illustrator and MS Office suite
• Experience in sports marketing, ideally running industry is a plus
• Must have good listening and comprehension skills; superior written and verbal communications skills, interpersonal skills and project management skills
• Must be self-directed and highly motivated, possessing superior organization/administrative skills, effective problem solving skills and strong critical thinking skills
• Must have the ability to function with a high level of proficiency in a fast-paced, deadline sensitive and rapidly changing environment. Attention to detail with an ability to prioritize work effectively is required
• Must demonstrate a commitment to working hard, supporting the team and fostering a fun and creative environment

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Manager, Business Development and Strategic Partnerships

The Business Development and Strategic Partnerships group is responsible for management, growth and renewal of partnerships - both with new partners and existing relationships with partner organizations. NYRR's strategic partners support the organization through revenue, expense reduction through value-in-kind contributions, and by broadening awareness of NYRR initiatives. 

This position reports to the Senior Manager, Business Development and Strategic Partnerships. The right fit for the role is a "big picture" thinker – with a keen ability to identify value proposition when speaking with a potential new partner, and follow through on business development opportunities to build long-term, beneficial relationships for the organization. The candidate should be flexible with the day to day expectations and demands of the role, enthusiastic about working in a fast-paced and intellectually challenging environment, and prepared to set a leadership example within our growing team. This is a visible position with advancement potential for the right candidate.

Major Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Working directly with the Senior Manager to create effective, customized marketing and sales proposals for prospective partners in a timely manner using Word and Powerpoint.
• Follow up on new business opportunities: respond to incoming requests and assist with first round of communications to new prospects.
• Assist where required with renewals of existing partner agreements.
• Update marketing and sales collateral used for new business development.
• Competitive landscape analysis.
• Business Development Insight: research to identify new market opportunities and areas of growth for the organization through strategic partnerships.
• Report on the effectiveness of marketing programs and opportunities for new business development to senior management.
• Track incoming and outgoing sales communications.
• Cultivate and strengthen relationships with internal department project leads across multiple business lines, to understand both organizational initiatives and existing partnerships.
• Coordinate closely on business development initiatives with Strategic Partnerships team, Event Production and Development team, PR, and Brand Marketing team.

Position Requirements/Skills:

• 5-7 years experience in a strategic business development, sales or account management role
• Excellent writing skills
• Strong Word and Powerpoint skills
• Excellent time and project management skills
• Self starter
• Lots of energy and enthusiasm for NYRR's mission and growth initiatives
• Ability to work as a team player
• Ability to work long hours and work on NYRR events on weekends as needed
• Ability to work in a fast paced, ever changing environment
• Ability to multi-task and to exercise good judgment
• Detail oriented
• Passion for NYRR and our mission

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Manager, Strategic Partnerships

Position reports to Senior Manager, Strategic Partnerships

Position resides in the Business Development and Strategic Partnerships Department and is an integral member of the Account Management Team. This position is responsible for the day to day management and development of the assigned partners.

This position will serve as a liaison between New York Road Runners (NYRR) sponsorship clients and NYRR's internal teams; Event Development and Production, Brand Marketing and Communications, Strategy, Planning and Operations, IT and Systems to produce cutting edge, strategic, well executed partnerships for NYRR.

This is a visible, collaborative position which requires multi-tasking, juggling of priorities, leadership, patience and team work. Key responsibilities are built upon the intersection of client strategy, NYRR brand strategy and top notch client service in a high paced, ever changing environment.

Major Responsibilities (including but not limited to):

• Responsible for assigned client relationships associated with the ING New York City Marathon and NYRR's other road race events.
• Manage and fulfill the contractual benefits provided by NYRR to the partner as well as additional needs and requests from the partner.
• Oversees the pre-event marketing and the development plan while simultaneously being responsible for the on-site execution of the partner elements and programs.
• Understanding of the client's marketing objectives and how NYRR can satisfy those needs through the existing contract and possibly with other NYRR assets. Focus should be on the partner activation for the benefit of NYRR, other NYRR partners and for the client's experience/partnerships with NYRR.
• Ability to manage projects from start to finish including setting objectives, running meetings, determining deadlines, managing P&Ls, conduct financial analysis and measuring project's success
• Exhibit the ability to work well with other departments. Must be a good problem solver. For example come up with alternative ways of handling a situation, recommend different approaches, and meet one on one with colleagues when needed.
• Must be a self-starter able to anticipate issues and exercise good judgment and exhibit excellent communication and organization skills.
• Ensure successful execution and fulfillment of all projects and sponsor contracts related to weekly races and the Marathon
• Coordinate and track ING New York City Marathon related deliverables across all sponsor accounts
• Communicate project updates to Senior Manager in a timely manner
• Maintain records for post-Marathon and post weekly event recaps
• Manage other assigned weekly and marathon related department projects

Position Requirements/Skills:

• At least 4 years of experience in sponsorship, marketing and event management
• Ability to work under pressure and communicate effectively through oral and written communications
• Excellent problem solving, decision making and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work weekends and extended hours as needed
• Self-starter who enjoys working in an active and challenging environment
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects/deadlines efficiently
• Strong organizational skills
• Ability to lead and work as part of a team
• Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint proficiency

BOB MINKEWICZ

10 Lowell Court
Brick, New Jersey 08724

DIRECTOR OF OPERATIONS

Leader committed to promoting corporate interests across sales, operations, employees, constituents and other vested parties. Applied sound judgment and knowledge to a wide spectrum of major programs, as well as high profile and national interest situations, then pursued appropriate actions to affect positive organizational outcomes. Adept in building rapport and skillfully interacting with the highest levels of senior leadership, and effective in negotiating multiple agendas to accomplish decision-making and action. 

Demonstrated strong fiscal and operational discipline in building and leading functionally focused teams, while prudently managing capital assets. Promoted the value of people development and maximized the use of high technology solutions, including social media, to improve performance at various levels within organizations. Outstanding record of success in strategic planning, operations, policy development, and other high profile, enterprise wide  performance improvement activities. Top Secret security clearance with SCI access.

EXPERIENCE

SENIOR MANAGER - ITT Systems Corporation, Camp Arifjan, Kuwait                                                 2010 to 2011

Director of Operations for the largest vehicle repair and maintenance facility on Earth 

Operations Director for $452 Million of contracted services associated with equipment worth over $2 Billion  

·         Lead a Staff of 38 who coordinate the service activities of 4,100 people who move, repair, maintain, and store over 8,000 vehicles and equipment annually in a highly complex, dynamic, and physically challenging environment. 

·         Analyze, plan, schedule, and execute, directives from higher headquarters for the allocation of over 10,000 items of rolling and non-rolling logistics assets in support of  Middle East and Department of the Army level objectives. 

·         Coordinate activities among Logistics, Quality Assurance, Property Management, Physical Security, Information Technology Services, Safety, Health, and Environmental programs within the over-all program contract.

·         Match requirements to resources and coordinate on-time and cost effective delivery of services and products.   Also coordinate $100M warehouse operations that support local, Theater, and Department of the Army level requirements.

GENERAL STAFF LIAISON OFFICER  - US Army,  San Antonio, TX, and Miami, FL                                    2006 to 2010                   US Army South Commanding General’s  personal representative to US Southern Command (Higher) Headquarters

Lieutenant Colonel hand-picked by the Commanding General of US Army South ( in San Antonio, TX ) to be his full-time representative at US Southern Command Headquarters ( in Miami, FL ). 

·         Participated in decision making regarding planning, programming, and conducting, over 600 Department of Defense events per year in the Caribbean, Central America, and South America, with over $750 Million in funding.

·         Maintained comprehensive knowledge of numerous operational strategic objectives and insured that these objectives were achieved through various high profile programs.

·         Insured timely and accurate evaluations were reported to the highest levels of military command. 

DIRCTOR,  MILITARY SUPPORT,  NATIONAL SCOUT JAMBOREE   – US Army, Fort AP Hill, VA             2004 to 2006

Director of Operations leading a  1,700+ person  support team responsible for planning and executing a month long world class event  

Lieutenant Colonel hand-picked by 2-Star Deputy Commanding General of First US Army and charged with leading a team of 15 planners who coordinated all activities for 1,700 people who supported  50,000 daily attendees to the 2005 National Boy Scout Jamboree. Led a top to bottom assessment of missions, strategies, operations, personnel, security, and programs, required to insure the efficient and smooth conduct of numerous activities in an operationally intense environment. Directed support activities throughout the planning, execution, and recovery phases of the event. 

·         Established broad policies, budget impacts, forecasts, and programs in direct alignment with overarching “corporate” policies, objectives and goals.  Translated ideas into well-functioning programs and teams.

·         Earned the distinction as an ombudsman in engaging senior leadership, as well as subordinate team leaders,  in “what if” discussions and offering new/different perspectives and “big picture” viewpoints that were well received and acted upon.

·         Designed and implemented a management structure and processes that made best use of human capital and infrastructure resources.   

Bob Minkewicz 

INDUSTRIAL/MECHANICAL ENGINEER  – University of Vermont, Burlington, VT                                       1996 to 2004

Member of select 5-person professional extension program  staff at the University of Vermont 

Received extensive training in World Class Manufacturing techniques including Continuous Process Improvement, Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Six Sigma, Statistical Process Controls, Kanban, Theory of Constraints, Single Minute Exchange of Die, Just in Time/Zero Inventories, Cellular Manufacturing, Activity Based Cost Accounting, Replenishment, Good Manufacturing Practices, Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point, Electronic Data Interchange, and Barcoding Systems.  

·         Designed numerous profit improvement systems for a variety of manufacturing companies ranging in size from $1M

       to $100M. Improved manufacturing profitability using one or more state-of-the-art techniques for cost reduction.

·         Developed cost savings programs and delivered presentations to CEO’s.

·         Supervised the implementation of cost savings programs.

·         Certified ISO 9000 Quality Auditor and OSHA experience.

·         Owned $1.5 Million manufacturing business.

OPERATIONS MANAGER –  Specialty Filaments Inc., Burlington, VT   1994 to 1996

Operations Manager for $45M market leader in specialty monofilament plastics manufacturing 

Responsible for management of  all raw materials and finished goods for the world leader in monofilament bristle manufacturing.  Managed over 2 million pounds of plastics materials annually. 

·         Implemented barcode-based material tracking system that resulted in significant cost reductions.

·         Implemented inventory reduction techniques that resulted in significant cost reductions.

·         Responsible for international shipping and receiving of Full Container Loads.

·         Managed team of  3 Supervisors and 12 Union employees responsible for 24/7 operations. 

VICE PRESIDENT, SALES –  Bergen Computer, Inc., Mahwah, NJ     1990 to 1994

VP of software company specializing in Electronic Data Interchange products 

·         Sold Electronic Data Information products to vendors of Fortune 500 companies including Wal-Mart, Sears and Marshals.

·         Grew company from $500K to $5M in sales in 4 years.

·         Developed supply chain management software tools that incorporated barcoding, count, and accounting information for information exchange between retailers, vendors, and suppliers.

EARLY LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE 

Advanced ahead of peers through a series of leadership positions of increasing responsibility during 10 years of Active Duty military career within organizations ranging from tactical units (150+) to large organizations (10,000+).  Demonstrated outstanding effectiveness in planning, allocating, and managing, capital assets and  human resources in high-profile operating environments in the U.S. and Europe.  Key highlights of leadership roles: 

·         Appointed as youngest, lowest ranking, Commander of an Artillery Battery (Company) in Germany.

·         Appointed as Nuclear Weapons Surety Officer in charge of 150 nuclear weapons for the 3rd Infantry Division with responsibility for security, maintenance, and operations training of personnel.

·         Assigned, while the most junior member of 11 person management team, to manage all course data used for annual funding and scheduling of 120 high school level to post graduate level academic programs involving 2,000+ instructors and 40,000+ students at  the US Field Artillery School (second largest school in US military ).

·         Champion Swimmer and Triathlete

EDUCATION

Bachelor of Science Degree, Engineering  – U.S. Military Academy, West Point, New York                  1980                     

Graduate  – U.S. Army Command & General Staff College    1998                                                                          

Robert Mathias

Service-oriented, customer service agent, eager to help customers achieve their goals. Organized and able to prioritize and manage demands on time. Takes initiative, meets deadlines, and works well with others. Possesses communications and problem solving skills.

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS 

BODY N’ SOLE SPORTS,

Assistant Manager Champaign, IL Sept. 1998-

·                                Train and supervise hourly employees in customer service duties           

·                                Responsible for selection and purchasing of footwear and apparel

·                                Customized team footwear, apparel & equipment needs of  area teams

Illinois Army National Guard                                                  Springfield, IL   1989-99          

Sergeant Public Affairs Specialist and Radio Operator                    

•           Wrote home town press releases for soldiers being deployed

•            Designed and edited internal publication for soldiers

•           Set up and maintained battlefield communications during annual training

Metro West Publishing,                                                                  Brighton, CO   1996-1997

Staff Reporter

•            Covered school sports, board policy, and community business

•            Assisted with design layout and took accompanying photos

Eastern Illinois University Charleston, IL graduation May 2012 

MS, Athletic Management  

Illinois sTATE uNIVERSITY Normal, IL

BS, Mass Communications  May, 1995

USA Track & Field, Level I

National Federation of Interscholastic Coaching Education (NFICEP)      

Illinois High School Association (IHSA)

Christie Clinic Illinois Marathon Champaign, IL April 2011

·        Helped create Busey Youth Run course             

·        Marketed and promoted event

·        Helped with day of race management 

Champaign County Freedom Celebration Youth Run   Champaign, IL  July, 2004

·        Organize volunteers on course to ensure runner safety

·        Helped with day of race management (Race Director)

Samson Kipchirchir
1018 Fribourg Street
Mobile, Alabama 36608
251-382-9915
ks.running@gmail.com
Posted 12/12/2011

CAREER OBJECTIVE

Looking for Marketing/Sales position with flexible work schedule, traveling opportunities open to exchange of ideas, progressive, innovative and flexible to capture the customer changing preference

SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS

·        Management team as Coordinator of Residential Service in charge of four shifts and 96 employees.

·        Supervised Assistant Coordinator of Residential Service, Residential Data Coordinator, Residential Support Supervisor, Lead Residential Supervisor, Lead Residential Instructor, and Residential Instructors.

·        Participated in Interdisciplinary Training Committee, Instructional Support Review Committee, and Toilet Training Committee.

·        Communicated relevant information to all residential supervisors

·        Development of and assistance to staff to implement model clinical initiatives to equip direct care with new competencies including incidental teachings of language, IEP & ISP

·        Monitored residential homes and oversaw efficient staffing

·        Oversaw administrative disciplinary actions and provided incidental feedback to staff

·        Reviewed job applications, interviewed, drug screen, hired and trained residential staff

·        Worked with kids with cognitive delays as well as unique and challenging behaviors

·        Worked as a Qualified Developmental Delay Professional (QDDP)

·        Trained in individual personal outcome

·        Conducted internal incidental investigations on possible abuse, negligence, mistreatment, medication administration errors.

·        Implemented  Professional Crisis Management for since February 2007 through Professional Crisis Management Association

·        Experience in First Aid and annual Standards certification since 2007 

WORK EXPERIENCE

Coordinator of Residential Services, Assistant Coordinator of Residential Services, Residential Support Supervisor, Lead Residential Instructor, Residential Instructor

2007 – Present

The Learning Tree Inc, Mobile Alabama

Associate Manager, - 2003 -2007

Fazolis Bravo Inc, Mobile AL

·        Trained staff on restaurant policy, food handling procedures, safety and customer services.

·        Interviewed and hired new staff as needed

·        Scheduled and supervised staff

·        Marketed Fazolis restaurant through event sponsor and coupons.

Computer Lab Assistant, – 2005 to 2007

Southpaws Services – University of South Alabama

·        Oversaw and helped students with basic computer skills

·        Booked meeting room reservations

·        Answered phone calls and fax services

·        Processed student and faculty identification cards

·        Sold Computer supplies and Services to students and public 

Personal Trainer and Fitness Instructor, – 2005 – 2006

Recreation Center – University of South Alabama

·        Coached and motivated individuals to achieve personal fitness goals

·        Ensured safety in the training facility and performed first aid as needed

Building Manager, 2003 - 2006

Student Center – University of South Alabama

·        Coordinate events in the evenings and on the weekends

·        Reported to the director any concerns, repairs on building and operational equipment

·        Set up presentations, sound operators, projectors, video and music systems

·        Trained new staff. 

EDUCATION

Bachelors of Science, Business Administration, December 2005

University of South Alabama, Mobile Alabama

Major: Marketing Management

ACTIVITIES

·        Participated in 2010 and 2011 1000 Mile Bike ride for autism awareness and the Learning Tree preschool.

·        Volunteered to feed the homeless during Christmas – 2004

·        Volunteered Lag Mason Marathon – 2004

·        Participated in charitable and professional road races and marathons

·        Participated in NCAA Division I and NAIA college track & Field and Cross Country.

COMPUTER   Microsoft word 2000, 20003, 2007, Excel and PowerPoint

 SKILLS          Internet explorer, image scanning and editing

AWARDS Track & Field Scholarships, 

            University of South Alabama 2002-2005

            Oklahoma Baptist University 2001 – 2002 

References available upon request

Danielle Werner 

1008 Ice Castle Ct, Gambrills, MD 21054 (410) 353-0124 (Cell) wernerd15@gmail.com LinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/daniellewerner

OBJECTIVE: Build on my experience at Competitor Group to help shape a sports brand in sponsorship sales/activation with leadership responsibilities including development, analyzing and improving market sales/performances, social media, and maintaining network relationships.

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Competitor Group, INC., Sponsorship Sales & Activation Intern, (while obtaining my MBA) San Diego, CA March 2011 - Present

 Create and supply individual race recaps as well as year-end recaps for 35 sponsors including Dodge, Muscle Milk, Nestle, and Sony

 Assist with sponsor’s activation during race day weekends (site visits, expo space, race day concerns/needs)

 Oversee the social media activation for our 35 sponsors

 Generate summarized Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon participant surveys based on purchasing power, demographics, and overall lifestyle choices

 Conceptualize and research potential new sponsor categories

 Design e-cards to send to our sales team in order to boost ads for upcoming magazine circulations

 Compile and analyze the advertisements of competitors (E-basket)

St. John’s College, Assistant Director of Alumni Relations, Annapolis, MD August 2008 - January 2011

 Created, generated, and maintained a $500,000 fundraising effort and special events for the College’s gymnasium as well as the coordination of 40 volunteers

 Designed and oversaw the production of e-solicitations. The 2010 end-of-year e-solicitation resulted in a 99.7% delivery rate, 36% click-through rate, 4.8% conversion rate (Best e-solicitation in SJC History)

 Planned and implemented Annapolis campus activities such as Homecoming & Croquet

 Project Manager for the social media conversion of YourMembership.com to Blackbaud’s NetCommunity

 Editor of Annapolis alumni contributions for the alumni newsletter

 Updated and designed the Alumni Online Community as well as other social networking sites

 Created multimedia videos for alumni purposes

 Director of Senior Class Gift

 Director of Phonathons and Alumni Thank-a-thons

 Developed and exported database queries using Raiser’s Edge

Stony Brook University Athletic Department, External Relations & Development Coordinator, Stony Brook, NY Sept 2003 – August 2006

 Coordinated Fundraising Efforts for $1,000,000 Campaign-Providing Athletes With Support (P.A.W.S.)

 Conceptualized and planned various events surrounding Alumni gatherings, Reunions, Athletic Director Advisory Council meetings and the Hall of Fame inductions Addressed the needs of the University President as well as 5 corporate sponsors in the V.I.P. suites during sporting events held in LaValle Stadium

 Assisted in the marketing of 20 Division I Collegiate Athletic Teams bi-weekly by designing advertisements for the Newsday, Stony Brook Press, Three Village Times, and the Stony Brook Community at-large

EDUCATION:

M.B.A in Sports Management: San Diego State University, San Diego, California Projected June 2012

M.A. in Integrated Marketing Communication: Duquesne University, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania May 2008 Summa Cum Laude Honors

B.S. in Business Management: Stony Brook University, Stony Brook, New York May 2006 Member of Sigma Beta Honor Society & Golden Key Honor Society

RELEVANT EXPERIENCE & SKILLS:

 Developing a sports based curriculum for the San Diego Padres – Dominican Republic League 2011-Present

 Lead Researcher for Sports Marketing, A View of the Experts (currently in production) 2011-Present

 Certified web designer (Adobe Creative Suite 4 & 5) 2008-Present

 Member of the Stony Brook University’s Athletic Director’s Advisory Council 2007-Present

 Co-authored a journal piece on Internal Branding for the Pennsylvania Communication Association 2007

 Four year Varsity member as well as three year captain of the Women’s Lacrosse Team 2002-2006

Richard Flynn
200 Langhorne Lane Apt. #B
Lynchburg, VA 24501  E-m
Posted November 7, 2011

Stephanie Lowe
1320 E 4th N Mountain Home
ID 83647
817-676-1422
stephanieannelowe@yahoo.com
Posted September 17, 2011

Education
Texas Tech University
Lubbock, TX - 2004-2008 - BA Advertising, Art

Burleson High School
Burleson, TX - 2000-2004 - Distinguished Academic Plan Graduate - 3.8 GPA - Top 10%

Work

Scott's Desert Sun Realty, In.
Property Manager and Office Assistant - Present - Mountain Home, ID
Manage rental properties, laison between property owners and tenants, assist agent, create listings and advertisements, customer service, payroll, answer phone, emails and faxes

Freelance Writer/Web Content Producer
RunnerSpace.com, Flotrack.org, LetsRun.com, TheFinalSprint.com, RurnningTimes.com PreRaceJitters.com

2007 – Present 
Write and edit articles, race coverage, athlete interviews, edit blogs, videos, podcasts, social media, sports media, forum moderation and event coverage. 

Mountain Home ISD 
Volunteer Assistant Coach | 2010 | Mountain Home, ID 
Coach cross country and track for junior high and high school athletes.
 
CoachesAid.com 
Idaho Content Coordinator | 2009 | Boise, ID 
Managed multimedia high school sports web site: articles, blogs, athlete interviews, promotions, event coverage, rankings/scores, forum moderation, 
hired and supervised freelance photographers. 

USA Track & Field 
Web Intern | 2008 | Indianapolis, IN 
Updated and maintained USATF site, brainstormed new ideas for content, posted results, schedules, photo galleries, entry information, etc., worked with 
internal staff, volunteers, event directors and associations. 

Fort Worth Running CompanySales Associate | 2007 – 2009 | Fort Worth, TX 
Customer service, running shoe and apparel sales, video running gait analysis, operate cash register and race expos. 

Texas Tech Cross Country & TrackCollegiate Athlete | 2004 – 2007 | Lubbock, TX 
Competed in NCAA Division I cross country and distance track, (3000m and 5000m), officiated high school and college track meets. 

Albertsons 
Bakery Clerk | 2006 – 2007 | Burleson, TX 
Customer service, baked, stocked, cleaned, closed and worked independently. 

On The Border 
Hostess | 2005 | Burleson, TX 
Customer service, organized seating, reservations and assisted wait staff. 

Skills / Knowledge / ExperienceWriting | Computer Knowledge – PC and Mac | Microsoft Office | Adobe Creative Suite | Adobe Acrobat 
Traditional, Sports, Social and New Media | Advertising/Marketing | Art: Printmaking, Drawing, Paint Apparel Design | Retail | Coaching 
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Erin Elizabeth Lockwood
410-804-8445. elockwood@verizon.net
Posted September 14, 2011

EDUCATION

University of Miami, Coral Gables FL

Bachelor of Science in Communication

Majors in Broadcast Journalism and Psychology

EXPERIENCE

AP/Production Assistant, Fox News Channel, Washington DC February 2010- Present

• Maintaining the assignment desk by communicating and coordinating amongst the reporters, producer’s and

crew in the field and newsroom during regular and breaking news.

• Writing and producing live shots for the reporters in the newsroom and in the field.

• Assisting the editors and planners by logging live shots and tapes and sending them to New York.

• Working various shifts including overnights, weekends, morning and evenings.

• Assisting the editors and writers on weekend and weekday shows by cutting tape and packages.

• Assisted the director of special events with planning and attending the 2010 Radio and Television and White

House Correspondents dinner.

Production Assistant for “Food Wars,” Travel Channel, Washington DC February 2010

• Assisted in all areas of production including setup and break down of the set, filming b-roll and interviews with

the public.

• Handled release forms, running errands, helping individuals on set including producers and camera crew.

Special Projects and Weather Intern, NBC Universal, Miramar FL September-December 2008

• Worked with the Consumer Investigative Unit to research and uncover stories affecting the community.

• Covered the 2008 election. Collected latest information from each State’s polls.

• Compiled weather reports with John Gerard and researched numerous weather models.

• Used digital and analog editing equipment to preview and log tapes as necessary.

Assignment Desk Intern, WBAL TV 11 News, Baltimore, MD May-August 2008

• Worked with deadlines to assist with planning and communicating at the assignment desk and newsroom.

• Spent a great deal of time shadowing and assisting local reporters and photojournalists.

• Covered the Olympics as well as Baltimore native Michael Phelps’ family and friends.

• Wrote Voiceovers and SOTS that were aired during the noon and evening broadcasts.

Freelance Reporter for The Miami Herald, Miami FL October - November 2006

• Worked with the Miami Herald and editors on two pieces that were published in the “Where We Live” section

that comes out with every Sunday paper.

o “Bridge Transformed Once Private Island”- which discussed the history of Key Biscayne.

o “Rebuilding Reefs”- The artificial Coral Reef business off Miami Beach.

SKILLS

FinalCutPro, Avid, iNews, Ardomme, Samurai, ENPS, iMovie, iPhoto, Weather Central Plus, Microsoft Office, Mac

and PC proficient

PUBLICATIONS

News Stories aired on UMTV’s NewsVision Program

Articles Published in The Miami Hurricane

Articles Published in Distraction Magazine: The Magazine of the Students of the University of Miami

Two Stories Published in The Miami Herald “Where We Live” Section

COLLEGIATE HIGHLIGHTS

Zeta Tau Alpha Sorority

• Fundraising and Philanthropy Chair

• Rho Gamma, Advisor for Recruitment

UMTV: Reporter, Writer, Photographer and Producer

Distraction Magazine: Editor and News Writer

Miami Hurricane Newspaper: News Writer

REFERENCES

Available upon Request

OBJECTIVE: Obtain a legal internship with a company/organization/firm in the running industry 

EDUCATION 

THE CATHOLIC UNIVERSITY OF AMERICA, COLUMBUS SCHOOL OF LAW         Washington, D.C.

Juris Doctor anticipated May, 2013

Class Rank: Top 23%; GPA: 3.401

JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY                                                                                                Harrisonburg, Virginia

magna cum laude, Bachelor of Science, Psychology, May, 2010
GPA: 3.70; Major GPA: 3.84

Dean’s List, Freshman – Junior; President’s List, Senior

CLUB CROSS COUNTRY & TRACK

Vice President, Sophomore - Junior; Member, Freshman - Senior

EXPERIENCE

NEWTEK BUSINESS SERVICES, INC.                                                                                Rockville, Maryland

Intern, June 2011 – July 2011

●  Created, revised, and reviewed various agreements and legal documents such as employment contracts, settlement agreements, mergers, service contracts, referral agreements, and employee/independent contractor handbooks

●  Reviewed SEC filings to identify potential issues the company would face if a corporate spinoff occurred

●  Performed legal research and drafted memoranda on various practice areas (e.g., insurance and employment law) to analyze issues and ensure compliance with federal and state law

●  Aided in a $27 million loan closing by drafting and compiling the requisite documents

O’ROURKE SEAMAN, LLP                                                                                                                  Syosset, New York

Intern, June 2009 - August 2009

●  Aided in merger of two law practices by transferring client database information

●  Completed estate tax returns, opened estate accounts, sold clients’ stocks, witnessed wills

●  Assisted in preparation of residential real estate contracts

●  Filed documents (e.g., wills, trusts) with Surrogate’s Court  

ROBINSON & ASSOCIATES, P.C.                                                                                                                 Syosset, New York

Intern, May 2008 - August 2008

●  Performed legal research on environmental issues

●  Drafted discovery questions

●  Digested depositions

●  Indexed documents

C+L MARKETING                                                                                                            Glen Cove, New York

Intern, May 2008 - August 2008

●  Conducted marketing research for clients

●  Managed database for clients

TELEBYTE, INC.                                                                                                           Hauppauge, New York

Intern, July 2007 - August 2007

●  Researched information regarding lead-free parts for the company’s data communication products

●  Formulated new database using research results

●  Inspected and repaired faulty product parts

Hannah Smith

5 Main Street, #2  Durham NH 03824  Phone: (484) 894‐651  Hbh4@unh.edu
August 13, 2011

OBJECTIVE:

To obtain a position that will enable me to utilize my hospitality background while further developing

my skills in the event industry.

EDUCATION:

University of New Hampshire

B.S., Recreation Management and Policy, option in Program Administration

Emphasis in Event Management, expected December 2011

GPA: 3.89

Recreation Experience:

Facilities Attendant, October 2009‐ present

UNH Campus Recreation, Durham, NH

 Rent out fitness equipment, ensure safety of patrons, maintain cleanliness of fitness center

Recreation Coordinator, June 2004‐ August 2008

Shawnee Inn & Golf Resort, Stroudsburg, PA

 Planned and implemented activities for guests, gave tours of the property, entertained guests at

evening programs

Event Planning Experience:

Marketing Associate Internship, Summer 2011

Loco Sports , Newmarket, NH

 Assist with organizing road races for thousands of people from 5Ks to marathons; registration,

volunteer coordination, course set‐up, debriefing, etc

 Marketing races across New England; mass emails, calls, flyer drops, personal contact

 In office duties: securing sponsorships, recruiting expo vendors, organizational charts using excel,

contact with a variety of companies and customers through telephone and email

Event Volunteer, Fall 2010

Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth, Durham, NH

 Volunteered with The Children’s Hospital at Dartmouth at annual softball tournament

 Helped with set up, ran registration and t‐shirt distribution

Event Volunteer, Fall 2010

Northeast Passage Three Notch Century Bike Tour, Durham, NH & White Mountains

• Helped organize prior to event, ran registration at event, organized participants

 Hosted thousands of riders

 Demonstrated flexibility, time management skills, problem solving

Event Coordinator, Fall 2009

McConnel Center, Dover, NH Recreation

• Planned a Halloween event for over 40 children

 Organized nine different organizations to contribute to event, held committee meetings with the

organizations

Event Assistant, 2003‐2007

Franklin Hill Vineyards, Bangor, PA

 Organized and packed supplies

 Assisted with sales at festivals

 Organized and distributed supplies

Certifications:

• CPR and First Aid

Hannah Smith

5 Main St. #2  Durham NH 03824  Phone: (484) 894‐651  Hbh4@unh.edu

References:

Keely Ames

Marketing & Fundraising Coordinator

Northeast Passage, Durham, NH

(603) 862‐0070

Keely.ames@unh.edu

Chris Harrist

Professor, Department of Recreation Management and Policy

University of New Hampshire, Durham, NH

(603) 862‐1442

Chris.Harrist@unh.edu

Elaine Pivinski

Business owner

Franklin Hill Vineyards, Bangor, PA

(610) 588‐8708

Arlon Chaffee

Co‐Founder

LOCO Sports

(603) 659‐2824

Arlonchaffee@gmail.com

Shayla Houlihan

324 W Forest Ave, Apt. 1 ▪ Flagstaff, AZ 86001
August 12, 2022

Objective

To become one of the nation's best female distance runners through hard work, dedication and

determination.

Experience

RC Gent Atletiek vzw, Gent, Belgium

July 30th, 2011

Steeplechase

■ 5th place finish

■ 9:51.26 (new personal best)

USA Outdoor National Championship, Eugene, Oregon

June 23rd-26th, 2011

Steeplechase

■ 14th place finish

Drake Relays, Des Moines, Iowa

April 7th, 2011

Steeplechase Final

■ 1st place finish

■ 10:19.68

Allonsius B Meeting, Belgium

July 31st, 2010

1500 meter final

■ 4th place finish

■ 4:20.67

Prefontaine Classic, Eugene, Oregon

July 3rd, 2010

Diamond League Steeplechase final

Shayla Houlihan 324 W Forest Ave, Apt. 1 ▪ Flagstaff, AZ 86001

■ 9th place finish

■ 9:57.49

June 27th, 2010

Steeplechase final

■ 6th place finish

■ 10:09.49

New Balance Twilight Meet #3, Boston, Massachusetts

June 5th, 2010

Steeplechase final, Featured event

■ 1st place finish

■ 10:03.73

May 1st, 2010

■ 1st place finish

■ 15:56.54

April 22nd- 24th, 2010

Steeplechase final

■ 1st place finish

■ 10:03.00

8k on the Road Race

■ 2nd place finish

■ 27:18

April 16th, 2010

■ 3rd female

■ 4:41.05

March 26th, 2010

■ 1st place finish

■ 10:03.23, New world leading time of 2010 until April 15th.

February 27th, 2010

■ 6th place finish

■ 9:19.23 converted (9:33.20)

February 13th, 2010

■ Won heat, 6th place finish overall

■ 9:23.82 to qualify for USA National Indoor Championships

January 30th, 2010

1st place finish

■ Broke venue record and meet record in a time of 9:30.17

October 17th, 2009

■ 3rd place finish

■ 37:20.00 over 10,000 meters

shayla.houlihan@gmail.com

JILL WASHECKA
5409 Whitley Park Terrace • Bethesda, Maryland 20814
(917) 881-2131 • jillwashecka@gmail.com
Posted July 15, 2011

EVENT MANAGER

Dynamic innovator with eight years of endurance event management success, including a variety of runs,

walks, rides and a stair-climb. Develop top-quality events within budget through effective vendor

relationships, contract negotiation, and dedication to maximizing value for participants. Extensive logistics

expertise and customer service skills. Career highlights include:

• Proposed and generated event ideas, entertainment, and themes to provide exceptional

client and delegate service. Offered full event administration, including event conception,

budget creation, permitting, client coordination and post-event feedback to help enhance future

events.

• Maintained financial control through contract consultation; ensured outside agencies and third

parties worked within organization’s guidelines. Negotiation with suppliers and creative

resource use minimized cost and risk.

• Planned and executed successful athletic event that saw increased participation at 50% over

previous year.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

EVENTAGE, New York, NY 2009–2011

Producer

Develop event concepts, create and implement planning strategies, and provide logistical support through end of event. Provide full-scale event production support, including writing proposals, budget creation, vendor selection as well as operations reports and on-site management. Coordinate with internal and external Communications, Logistics, and Marketing teams to achieve goals of each event. Manage staff of 2-20 people to facilitate success of events.

• Most recent collection of events included: recruitment for 10-city walk tour, pre-production and site management for 5-city multi-day charity walk, Brooklyn Bridge Walk and a role in the ING NYC Marathon.

• Established fourteen city, cross-country mall tour, with three weeks lead-time including four separate routes and a celebrity component.

ROYAL MAIL, London, UK 2008

Event Manager

Managed design and delivery for various events, including conferences, award ceremonies, training days, and off-site/team-building meetings for up to 2,000 attendees. Facilitated venue selection, event layout, and day-of logistics. Prepared budgets and developed effective relationships with external suppliers to ensure best value and to control costs.

• Established key policies and procedures to enhance Events Team’s productivity including Feedback Forms and Training Guide for Freelance event staff.

BREAKTHROUGH BREAST CANCER, London, UK 2007–2008

Event Manager

Designed and implemented inaugural mass-participation fundraising walk; developed concept, selected walk route, wrote and produced opening and closing ceremonies, staffed route, and directed event day logistics. Managed event success through key roles in logistics planning and media relations, and by leveraging advertising and sponsorship relationships. Met financial, marketing, recruitment, fulfillment, and supporter care objectives.

• Managed a team of 4 people to create inaugural fundraising walk, while raising over £1.1M through participant fundraising and sponsorship.

OP-3/AVON WALK FOR BREAST CANCER, Washington, DC 2003–2006

Operations Manager

Directed operations of local large-scale, multi-day fundraising event. Recruited participants, managed volunteers and staff, and solicited vendors for 3,500-person annual event. Scouted route and selected site. Supervised five participant coordinators tasked to interact with clients and vendors and to perform business development and community outreach.

• Established methodology to successfully recruit over 8,000 participants; increase of 20% over three years.

CYSTIC FIBROSIS FOUNDATION, Washington, DC 2002–2003

Coordinator of Special Events

Handled logistics for 25 special events year-round, including golf tournaments, walk-a-thons, and evening galas. Managed day-of-event schedule and guest database. Designed and produced invitations, collateral pieces, and specialty signage. Arranged vendor deliveries and pickups.

• Planned and executed successful athletic event with 50% increase in participation from previous year.

EDUCATION AND ACTIVITIES

Bachelor of Science in Marketing, University of Maryland, College Park, MD.

• Graduate of College Park Scholars in Public Leadership program.

• Received President’s Scholarship for Academics (four years).

• Studied abroad at University College of London (United Kingdom), Fall 2000.

Personal interests and related roles include:

• Avid runner; completed Lisbon Half Marathon, The British 10K, Standard Charter Great City Race,

Nike Human Race and multiple Bethesda Turkey Trots.

• Triathlon Coordinator, Sports Club/LA. Created and coordinated comprehensive triathlon training

program with 100% participant completion rate.

• Two-time walker in Avon Breast Cancer three-day, 60-mile walk in Washington, DC; personally raised more than $25K.

Adam S. Hughes
Atlanta, Georgia
ascotthughes1@yahoo.com
404-966-3962
Posted May 4, 2011

Professional Experience:

U.S. 10K CLASSIC, Atlanta, GA

• Charged with the creation and implementation of the overall marketing plan including: allocation of

budget, targeted publications, websites and targeted events

• Oversee the creation and delivery of targeted direct email campaign

• Develop local marketing and promotional partnerships with both media outlets and companies

throughout Atlanta and the southeast

• Manage recruitment activities associated with securing over 2000 expo / race-day volunteers

• Create social media strategy for the U.S. 10K Classic

• Oversee social media calendar to communicate with the running community and promote event

• Assist in approving creative material (i.e. race application, sponsor signage and event program)

• Manage overall sales, setup and production aspect of the U.S. 10K Classic Health and Fitness Expo

• Coordinate sponsor contracts to ensure contractual deliverables are met

• Increased expo sponsorship sales by 15% in both 2008 and 2009

• Assist in sponsorship prospecting and selling

OGDEN DESIGN & CREATIVE SERVICES, Atlanta, GA

• Managed over 250 corporate marketing event accounts for AT&T, Home Depot and HomeBanc

• Provided comprehensive training on various client products and services

• Collaborated with Client Executives to ensure each corporate event met specific marketing guidelines

• Partnered with Client Executives to ensure corporate events achieved marketing objectives

• Initiated, managed and directed all aspects of event logistics: site selection, equipment and labor

activation, vendor coordination, event signage, marketing collateral, giveaways and staff training

• Directed 6-person sales team in to maximize AT&T products and services, producing over $2.6 million

in revenue for 2007

• Led 12-person event staff, including a set up and sales team

• Compiled and communicated value-add components in post-event reports for clients

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY, Statesboro, Georgia

Marketing & Publicity Director (2002-2003)

• Implemented aggressive marketing strategy for Relay For Life

• Coordinated volunteers and staff partners for all special event efforts

• Increased community awareness by proposing and managing several pre-race events

• Effectively wrote, distributed and pitched press releases to various local and regional media outlets

Education:

Georgia Southern University, Statesboro, Georgia

Bachelor of Science in Public Relations (2003)

License / Associations / Skills:

• National Board of Realtors, Atlanta, GA

• Cherokee County Board of realtors, Woodstock, GA

• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office applications

• Working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Acrobat and Photoshop

Catherine Kofler
catherine_kofler@yahoo.com
Posted April 13, 2011

SUMMARY

Dynamic, results-oriented Communications Manager with an outstanding background and proven successes. Capabilities in corporate communications, project management and marketing.  Meticulous attention to detail in a fast-paced, deadline-driven, high-pressure environment. 

EXPERIENCE

MEDCO HEALTH SOLUTIONS, Franklin Lakes, NJ (8/09 –Present)

Program Communications Manager

• Collaborate with Medco account management teams to prepare new business materials for prospective clients
• Develop and manage internal tracking tool documenting timelines and deliverables in support of new client installation
• Create, develop and manage communications between clients and their employees (“plan members”).
• Interface with legal and regulatory compliance departments within Medco to ensure accurate and compliant communications with clients and plan members

Representative Projects

• Premera Blue Cross: manage time-sensitive communications with plan members regarding pharmaceutical benefits, in support of Premera clients including Starbucks and Microsoft
• Ford Motor Company: manage communications with Ford employees, bifurcated into union and non-union members; supported account team in RFP to renew contract
• Health Care Reform Implementation: supported review of all health plan communications for compliance with regulatory changes

VOGUE MAGAZINE, Conde Nast, New York, NY (5/07-7/09)

Advertising & Marketing Coordinator

• Formulate and execute market research services in trend analysis, market growth potential and consumer insight, leading to the development of more effective completive strategies
• Develop marketing presentations used to align corporate mission with internal and external marketing communications objectives, including providing content, editing and approving copyright and collateral, producing graphic images, print dispatch of material, and collating press list for events
• Partake in Vogue.TV website design (content, music, navigation, graphic images, etc) that creates effective, targeted online communications for consumers, all the while strengthening brand pres on the Internet. 

NATIONAL MULTIPLE SCLEROSIS SOCIETY, Paramus, NJ (11/06-5/07)

Special Events Coordinator

• Developed, executed and managed the National Multiple Sclerosis walk for the Northern New Jersey Chapter, consisting of 8 walks (30,000+ participants in aggregate, raising over $1.4 million).
• Prepared National Multiple Sclerosis organizational publications for internal and external audiences, including newsletters and walk information.
• Monitored Multiple Sclerosis program expenses to ensure events stayed within program budget.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point, Access, Adobe Illustrator, QuickBooks, Lexis-Nexis, Web Trends and Outlook 

EDUCATION

East Stroudsurg University, East Stroudsburg, PA, May 2006

B.A., Business Administration; Major: Finance, Minor: Marketing

AMY JO SULLIVAN
1068 Lois Lane Apt J· Harrisonburg, VA 22801
amyjosullivan@gmail.com · 703.343.0891

EDUCATION JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY, Harrisonburg, VA 
Bachelor of Science, School of Communication Studies/May 2011
Emphasis in Organizational Communication, SCOM GPA: 3.64 
· Minor in Writing, Rhetoric, & Technical Communication (WRTC), WRTC GPA: 3.94
· Member of Events Committee of Public Relations Student Society of America, 2008-2010
· Member of JMU Club Cross Country & Track, 2007-present
· Cumulative GPA: 3.52

JAMES MADISON UNIVERSITY WRITING CENTER Jan 2010-present
Writing Consultant Harrisonburg, VA 
· Collaborate with students on academic writing to make them stronger, independent writers. 

SPORTS INDUSTRY & COMMUNICATION EXPERIENCE
NBC OLYMPICS Summer 2008 
Intern - Runner Beijing, China
· During nearly five weeks in Beijing worked 12 hour days, provided operational support to all NBC departments, ensuring the success of the 3,500 hours of coverage across five networks and the Internet during the Beijing Olympics.
· NBC Press Office, contributed to daily releases by monitoring coverage and selecting highlights.
· NBC’s front desk in International Broadcast Center (IBC), greeted guests, handled a variety of inquiries from international press, vendors, and visitors.
· Delivered tapes, files, and merchandise to outside affiliates and Olympic venues across Beijing.
· Assisted production crew at cycling venue at The Great Wall, provided food services and made deliveries to NBC trailers.
· Acted as liaison between NBC and international press unit, delivering and retrieving media guides/press releases, completed and distributed daily production/logistics reports from venues.
· Coordinated transportation at Beijing Capital International Airport for arriving NBC employees and families and navigated through terminals to transport destination.
· Negotiated with local vendors for purchasing clothing to be worn by staff at Closing Ceremony.

POTOMAC NATIONALS AFILIATE OF MLB’S WASHINGTON NATIONALS Summer 2009
Intern – Promotions/Media Relations Woodbridge, VA 
· Ensured success of on-field activities between innings, awarded fans seat upgrades.
· Shot photos of fans interacting with players and sponsors for Media Guide, website, newsletter.
· Organized and updated corporate sales contact information for 2009 season
· Interacted with fans regarding game status, promotions and navigating the stadium.

CARE Summer 2009 F Face-to-Face Recruiter Washington, D.C. 
· Tackled streets of D.C., Virginia, and Maryland 7 hours a day, recruiting monthly donors
· Selected as one of only 4 hires from a pool of 35 applicants.
· In July, ranked second among 15 team members in number of committed donors and in final week of recruiting, enlisted 13 donors in 5 shifts to earn a $500 bonus.
· Thrived in competitive sales environment, meeting daily quotas to maintain a place on team. 

WOMEN’S RUNNING MAGAZINE/THE WOMEN’S HALF MARATHON SERIES Summer 2010 - present
Race Operations/Marketing Intern St. Petersburg, FL 
· Researched and wrote an article published in November/December magazine 
· Traveled with staff to manage Health & Fitness Expo and 2 half marathons 
· Edited articles for upcoming issues of Women’s Running Magazine
· Assisted with the management of Constant Contact e-newsletters
· Managed Facebook pages and wrote press release for the half marathon in Nashville
· Interviewed cover girl runners and wrote 4 stories for Facebook site
· Completed list management tasks for the magazine including billing and records

LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
· Completed Richmond Marathon, November 2008, Marine Corps Marathon, October 2009, October 2010
· Extensive Travel: China, Northern Ireland/Ireland, England, Mexico

David C. DeMello dcdemello@gmail.com 904.315.4089 825 North Kings Rd APT 8 West Hollywood, CA 90069
Posted February 18, 2011

WORK EXPERIENCE:

Sportspectrum INC, Shreveport, LA

Manager / Assistant Buyer (October 2008—January 2011)

 Manager of a running specialty store in Northwest Louisiana named 2010 Top 50 Running Stores in America by Competitor

 Mange the scheduling of employees and overseeing sales and customer service

 Train staff on all running & soccer products, including footwear, and apparel.

 Assist in setting company goals, financials, budgeting, and marketing

 Involved in day to day grassroots marketing through Sportspectrum Race Management.

 Coordinate and produce footwear presentations to running, triathlon, and fitness clubs.

Sportspectrum Race Management, Shreveport, LA

Race Coordinator, Manager (January 2009 –January 2011)

 Manage 40 + runs, multi sport events and adventure races throughout Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas.

 In charge of organizing and ensuring race day logistics run smooth by being the point of contact for clients, attending city meetings, recruiting volunteers, and being the liaison with local health and safety authorities.

 Director of all local and online marketing, including Facebook and Twitter – newspapers, flyers, and all distribution of materials during packet pick up.

 Proficient with ChampionChip, IPICO, and Chrono Trax chip timing systems. Currently use the Race Director program for scoring races, Get Me Registered for database entry, and registration of athletes

No Limit Timing, Shreveport, LA

Race Timer & Assistant (June 2009 – January 2011)

 Time runs and multi sport events throughout Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas

 Coordinate race day setup of timing equipment and database entry

 Note worthy races timed:

New Orleans Crescent City Classic 10k, 2009 & 2010 over 20,000 participants.

Shreveport River Cities Triathlon 2009, 2010 of over 1000 participants.

OTHER EXPERIENCES:

 Played Semi professional soccer in Wellington, New Zealand for the Western Suburbs Soccer Club from January 2007 – September 2008

 Interned with the New Zealand Olympic Men’s Soccer team as one of the strength and conditioning assistants. ( May 2008- July 2008)

 Trialed with Club Oprario of the Portuguese 2B division as a professional soccer player.

EDUCATION:

Roanoke College, Salem, Virginia, Bachelor of Science, May 2005

Concentration in Health and Human Performance David C. DeMello dcdemello@gmail.com 904.315.4089 825 North Kings Rd APT 8 West Hollywood, CA 90069

PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES:

Matt Brown

Sportspectrum Race Management & Sportspectrum INC – President & Director of Operations

318.798.1241

matthewjonbrown@gmail.com

www.sportspectrumusa.com

Scott Langford

Trinity Timing – President & Director of Operations

318.572.2009

scott@trinitytiming.com

www.tinitytiming.com & www.firecracker6.com

Mike Hutcheson

No Limit Timing – President & Director of Operations

318.751.2519

Hutch26.2@gmail.com

www.nolimitstiming.com

Justin Reneau

Extreme Missionary Adventures – Operations Manager

318.237.3086

jreneau@xmaonline.com

www.xmaonline.com

Morgan Kayla Jappe

231 E. 96th Street, New York, NY 10128 • 970/640-5428 • morgan.kayla17@gmail.com

Enthusiastic young professional with sports marketing background offers

an in-depth understanding of management and public relations

• Talent for organizing and communicating with staff

• Leader with a calm flexibility for the unexpected

• Adept computer skills and creative problem solving

• A quick study with an eagerness to learn

PERFORMANCE & MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Currently serve and train new wait staff in busy Soho restaurant/bar; upscale menu requires intensive training and daily

review with executive chef; restaurant boasts NYC’s 2nd largest patio seating area

Assisted owner at beachside music venue and local hotspot; highlighted performers include Donavon Frankenreiter, The

Dirty Heads, and Natives of a New Dawn

Managed staff at boutique hotel lounge; ensured customer satisfaction in lounge, room service, private parties, and minibar

operations; other duties included product orders, inventory, vendor relations, and office management

On-screen personality for select game day promotions; helped select contestants and acquaint them with the rules of the

ballpark and their role as a participant; served as Anthem and God Bless America performer; acted as field hostess to other

National Anthem performers; assisted marketing department staff on pre-game and other promotions

Directed main stage spring production, Into the Woods, 2008 (First undergraduate student to become director of school

musical at the University of Denver); Assistant Director for opera productions, Cossi Fan Tutti and La Boheme

Served as team leader, guiding underclassmen co-workers through the sports marketing system; executed promotions at

NCAA Division I athletic events; selected and coordinated National Anthem performers for every home sporting event;

wrote scripts for announcer; built relationships with sponsors and created entertaining in-game promotions; in-event staffer

at Denver Pepsi Center for WCHA Regional Tournament & Frozen Four

Contract performer in over 20 productions at regional dinner theaters and opera houses; highlighted roles included Luisa in

The Fantasticks, Sally Bowles in Cabaret, Peggy Sawyer in 42nd Street, Tzeitel in Fiddler on the Roof, Ado Annie in

Oklahoma, Nichlaus in Tales of Hoffman, and in ensemble in world premiere of Poet Li Bai (Central City Opera)

EDUCATION

University of Denver • Colorado Lamont School of Music, Bachelor of Music in Vocal Performance, 2008

HONORS

Featured personality in September 2008 issue

Monetary award for outstanding performance

at the University of Denver, 2008

2004-08; Co-Captain, 2007-08

Chancellor’s Scholarship and Music Department

Scholarship (2004-2008)

REFERENCES AVAILABLE UPON REQUEST

JEFFERY L. FULLEM
245 Washington Ave
Phoenixville, PA 19460
Phone: (610) 420-4647
Email: jefffullem@hotmail.com

SUMMARY

Energetic, ambitious, athlete and coach, certified Elementary Education Teacher with a professional objective working in the running industry. Ultra-marathoner with a mind for innovation who is motivated to advocate the benefits of running while promoting appropriate shoes, apparel, and accessories. Would brings a proven ability to encourage individuals to meet and exceed their goals through training, psychology and understanding of products. Extremely enthusiastic and eager to exceed organizational objectives. 

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

On-Set Teacher October 2010 to Present On Location Education, Philadelphia, PA
o Primary educator for 6th grade student staring in the major motion picture “Safe”.
o Responsible for creating and carrying out activities for all core subject areas.

Title I Grant Tutor January 2005 to October 2010
Montgomery County Youth Center and Norristown Area High School, Norristown, PA
o Led student specific supplementary activities for students performing below grade level in mathematics and reading.

Athletic Sales Representative September 2008 to September 2010
Bryn Mawr Running Company, Bryn Mawr and Manayunk, PA 
o Served customers by providing proven advice on athletic apparel, footwear and training.
o Managed store inventory and helped to maintain profit levels and sales projections.
o Specialized in fitting individual customers with footwear specific to biomechanics.

Special Population Teacher and Youth and Family Advocate June 2005 to December 2009 Montgomery County Youth Center, Norristown, PA
o Taught students between the ages of 12 and 18 all core and minor subject areas.
o Work duties required effective mentoring abilities and conflict resolution in order to provide one-on-one counseling for students on an as needed basis. 
o Provided full supervision and instruction in the classroom while implementing a variety of lessons.
o Organized and guided field-trips to a variety of locations.

Long-term Substitute Teacher, High School December 2004 to June 2005
Norristown Area High School, Norristown, PA
o Contracted long-term substitute teacher teaching sophomores and juniors advanced math.
o Fulfilled the requirements of a secondary education teacher by attending parent-teacher conferences and participating in other responsibilities as required. 

Head Boys and Girls Cross-Country and Assistant Track & Field Coach June 2000 to August 2005
Norristown Area High School, Norristown, PA
o Helped create a distance running culture and greatly increased athlete participation.
o Lead two female runners to three State Championships appearances.
o Individually worked with each athlete to create and exceed goals.
o Lead efforts to raise and excess of $2,000 in fundraising. 
High School Alternative Education Teacher June 2002 to July 2004
Lincoln Academy/Plymouth-Whitemarsh Genesis Program
o Taught pre-algebra, algebra, geometry, reading, study skills, and health and physical education.
o Held Chair position during fundraising campaign that raised over $25,000 for general physical education department to build a rock wall.

Substitute Teacher September 2000 to June 2002
Norristown Area School District, Norristown, PA
o Taught nearly every subject area in every school in the district.
o Awarded “first-call” status through exemplary work.

Student Teacher, Elementary School January 2000 to May 2000
Marshall Street Elementary School, K-5, Norristown, PA
Christine White, cooperating teacher
o Taught high achieving 4th grade students a variety of lesson plans that focused on utilizing district wide curriculum.
o Developed and implemented original unit plans, participated in parent conferences and in the development of an IEP.
o Helped to improve math and reading competency by proctoring math competitions and organizing story telling nights.
o Utilized a variety of different evaluation and classroom management techniques.


RECOGNITION AND AWARDS

o 1+1=3 Award winner for creating an innovative and engaging reading curriculum, 2004.
o Awarded the 2001 League Sportsman Award, Norristown High School Head Cross-Country Coach.
o Bravo Zulu Award Winner at ESF Summer Camps for excellence in coaching, 1999.
o 2-time All Conference runner at Cabrini College and Cross Country Team Capitan, 1998 to 1999.
o Finisher of 11 ultra-marathons (three 100 milers) and 12 marathons including Boston and Paris.
o Volunteer Work: youth running coach for the Norristown Killdeers (1996-97), Tutor for Side-by-Side Program, Norristown, PA (1999)

EDUCATION

MA, Special Education West Chester University
To be awarded May, 2011

BA, Elementary Education Cabrini College
Awarded May, 2000

REFERENCES

Mary Newitt, Educational Coordinator, Montgomery County Youth Center 610-631-1893
Bob Schwelm, Owner, Mawr Running Company 610-529-5210
Ellen Campion, On Location Education 914-747-2737

Larisa J. Manuel 
Cell Phone: (206) 240-3476
Larisa.Manuel@gmail.com

EDUCATION
Valparaiso University, Valparaiso, IN
August 2009-December 2010 
Masters of Science in Sports Administration (MSSA), graduated with honors distinction—Magna Cum Laude 
Achievements: Cross-Country & Track Graduate Assistant Coach 2009 and 2010 seasons

Gonzaga University, Spokane, WA 
August 2000-May 2004 
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.); Concentrations in Human Resources Management and Marketing 
Achievements: Women’s Cross-Country Team Captain; Vice President and Board Member, Student Athletic Advisory Committee (representative to NCAA Division 1 / West Coast Conference); President, Gonzaga Association for Marketing and Advertising

WORK EXPERIENCE
Euro RSCG 4D, Portland, OR
January 2008-December 2008 (laid off do to economic downturn)
Account Manager at an international multimedia advertising firm specializing in interactive and digital space
· Responsible for strategizing, managing, and deploying online/web 2.0 marketing and advertising campaigns for clients Visa and Adobe Software
· Managed time-sensitive process of bringing client’s strategy to finalized deliverables by effectively 
stewarding communications with internal project team 
· Other tasks included writing creative briefs/statements of work, content management, account profitability tracking, analyzing web analytics, and collaborating/critiquing creative design work 

GenA Media & Marketing/Competitor Publishing Group, Portland, OR 
June 2006-January 2008 
Regional Account Manager for national network of endurance sports and fitness magazines
· Responsible for managing current accounts and actively prospecting and securing new business
· Accountable for revenue generation through print and online sales 
· Other duties included event/tradeshow representation, grassroots community promotions, high-level proposal information, ad placement management and account receivables maintenance

BAX Global Logistics Inc., Portland, OR 
November 2004-June 2006
Sales Coordinator/International Customer Service Agent for international business to business (B2B) supply chain solution and transportation company
· Provided centralized support of multiple levels of sales operations as well as in-depth customer service support
· Responsibilities included responding to customers requests, building presentations, compiling portfolios of services, and analyzing and reporting 
sales numbers

INTERNSHIPS
University of Portland Athletics, Portland, OR
May-August 2010
Sports Information Department Intern 
· Performed an in-depth analysis of collegiate websites and provided recommendations for the upcoming Pilots website redesign
· Updated large quantities of team and player statistical and historical records
· Created, monitored and maintained content for a blog which served as prototype for future Pilot athletic blogs
· Assisted with other the day-to-day media activities and duties relating to Pilots sports programs as assigned by the Sports Information Director and Assistant Sports Information Director


EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Run Portland Elite/Competitive Racing Team February 2007-Present
Member of local, elite-level running team sponsored by Fit Right NW and Puma; compete in 10+ races per year in the Northwest under contract
NIKE Run Hit Wonder (RHW), Nike Running Club Summer 2005
Pace group team leader and grassroots marketer for NIKE RHW fitness training program; responsible for inspiration and motivation of participants as well as promotion of NIKE products
Competitive distance running and Racing 2005-Present
Run in variety of elite running races around the Pacific NW; 2007 3rd place female finisher, Eugene Half Marathon; 
55th overall female finisher Boston Marathon, 2008; 1st place female finisher, Nike for Kids 5k, 2008; 54th overall female finisher, Chicago Marathon 2009

“I've got a theory that if you give 100 percent all of the time, somehow things will work out in the end.” -Larry Bird

Nathan Lindskoog

8340 W 26th Ave Lakewood, C0 80214
209-402-5794
natelindskoog@gmail.com

Experience:

2008-present Road Runner Sports Westminster, CO

Manager: Julie Johnson 303-465-6022

Grassroots Marketing Rep., Retail Sales/Fit Expert

• Make customers feel comfortable and welcome at

both race expos and our retail location

• Help new and seasoned runners understand main

technological points in a variety of running shoes

and how they apply to their particular needs.

• Take customers through a multiple point gait

analysis, utilizing advanced pressure and motion

analysis software.

• Clearly explain the results of the analysis and

educate each customer on the best type of shoe or

combination of running shoes for their needs.

• Responsible for continued education on new

products and technology (i.e. socks, insoles, shoes,

moisture management garments, electronics, etc.)

pertinent to the running industry and our

customers needs.

• Weekly replenishment of inventory both stocking

and organizing merchandise in a way that best

allows customers to access and use it to meet their

training goals.

• Go to races and clinics to promote the growth of

the stores customer base, and be involved in the

local running community.

• Lead weekly group runs and develop a training

program for beginner/intermediate runners in the

5k/10k.

8340 W 26th Ave Lakewood, C0 80214