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Cicero, Illinois, United States

Cicero, Il

Cicero, Il

United Scrap Metal's broad customer base includes manufacturers, metal service centers, utilities, and demolition/construction contractors. Additional clients are individuals and businesses who visit our recycling center.Our approach is consultative. After fully analyzing a customer’s needs, our team develops a comprehensive recycling program with customized pricing tied to current indices. All USM customers can expect:Diversity:•We are WBE certified, helping customers meet their supplier diversity goals•Mirroring the demographics of growing customer segments•A recognized supply chain partnerHigh Integrity:•Competitive pricing and prompt payment•Accurate weighing and grading•Transaction transparencyComprehensive Solutions:•Single-source program implementation•Reduced waste stream and landfill volume•Lower internal costsRisk Management:•Cradle-to-grave protection of our customers from downstream liabilities•Certificate of Guaranteed Destruction•Compliance with all local, state and federal environmental regulations•Health,safety and environmental excellence through our “Green Triangle” methodologySuperior Service:•Customer service built around a trained, integrated sales force•Customized equipment•Detailed commodity reporting•24-hour response time, 7 days a weekCommunity Focused:•10yr relationship with Ronald McDonald House CharitiesLarge manufacturers in particular choose United for our consultative approach and a shared commitment to corporate social responsibility.Construction and demolition contractors turn to United because we understand their logistical and economic challenges. Our services are competitively priced, we support LEED principles and we have earned preferred vendor status with a number of contractors.Individuals and businesses who bring materials to our Recycling Center will find clean premises, paved and under roof. Service is quick; payment is immediate. We offer extended hours and bilingual service personnel.

The Christians in Manufacturing is a committee of TMA members who organize the Annual Prayer Breakfast and TMA's only Service Event. The Prayer Breakfast takes place on the first Friday of November and includes a keynote speaker, testimonials, scripture reading, music, fellowship, and a meal. Over 100 members of the association attend both of these events from all manufacturing sectors.I had the privilege of leading the Christians in Manufacturing Committee of the TMA for 3 years. My responsibilities for Chairwoman included leading the committee in the planning and implementation of the breakfast, leading the service event, and emceeing the event. I was the committees first woman chair, as well as the youngest member to chair this committee. In 2016, during my first year of leadership, the committee began its first annual serving event under my chairmanship. It is a flourishing event on TMA's calendar.

Schaumburg, Il

TMA’s Supplier Network represents a group of Affiliate and Associate members committed to assisting Illinois manufacturing. Members of the Network provide virtually every service needed to operate a manufacturing organization, as well as providing funding to assist in value added events to educate and inform members. This committee meets on a monthly basis and plans numerous events throughout the year for the TMA. Past events planned by the Supplier Network Committee include: boat dinner cruises, keynote speakers, career fairs, happy hours, and more.

Greater Chicago Area

Member of the inaugural Chicagoland Young Life Junior Board. The board's mission is to connect young professionals in Chicagoland with Young Life, and support the organization with our resources and talents.

Columbia, Missouri Area

While in my senior year of studies, I was Teacher's Assistant to Karen Lowry, Learning Strategies (SSC 1150). During this class, I was responsible for educating 25 freshman students on helpful learning strategies for college, with a focus on students’ strengths and how to use them in academics, career choices, and personal development. I ran class, planned lesson work, graded assignments, and conducted office hours.

Greater St. Louis Area

During my 10-week internship, I shadowed three District Managers in 15 stores, completed in-store training, and presented my research to the VP of the Division. This division was the second highest division for Aldi in America, runner-up to the Headquarters. I participated in operational duties of a DM and Store Manager, including customer service, store conditions, employee training, hiring, audits, inventories, payroll, reports, emergency procedures, etc. At the completion of the program, I presented to the VP of the Division on cost effective opportunities to further improve employee morale from the store level perspective.

Bachelors Of Science In Business Administration, Business Administration And Management

Activities and Societies: Delta Sigma Pi, Kappa Alpha Theta, Trulaske College of Business Leadership Conference Executive Board, STRIPES.

Study Abroad, Business Administration And Management, General

From May-June 2011, I completed six credits of upper-level management during my study abroad program on foreign and domestic business.

Education record

Activities and Societies: 3-year Varsity Badminton, Athletic Leadership Council (ALC), Freshman Volleyball, Young Life, Campaigners, Key.