Andrew Strusiner Email & Phone Number

Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Wouldn't it be nice to know your dog has enjoyed a stimulating day of fun activities and companionship? And how would you like to know that when you leave town that your dog is having as much fun as you are? At Windy City Barks and Rec our goal is to extend the excellent care your dog gets at home with innovative dog day care and safe secure boarding that provides peace of mind.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Manage volunteer base of 300+Created and manage volunteer softwareAdministrator to 2 Facebook Groups

Greater Chicago Area

I began as a dog walker, and progressed to Playgroup Runner, Playgroup Backup and now Playgroup Lead. I also work in the Valor Program, with incoming dog inventory and recordkeeping; observation/evaluation; dog2dog leash testing; and promotion for transfer.

Chicago, Illinois

Transfer Team: Testing, behavior observation, and communication with shelter staff to expedite best outcomes for each dog. Designed and implemented a visual inventory system to facilitate progressive management of shelter dogs. Adoption Volunteer: Talking with potential owners, showing dogs, explaining dog care, dog behavior, and integration of a dog into their home environment.

Peace for Pits is a rescue operation that focuses on finding loving, caring homes for “bully” breeds in need of help. In this 100% volunteer run organization, my involvement includes testing and identifying dogs that are best prospects for a successful rescue.

Glenview, Illinois, United States

Promoted organizational growth in a setting where my experience in animal care, training, and welfare effectively integrated my multi-tasking business talents and experience. Working in the complex environment with staff and dogs, I leveraged my ability to calmly focus on objectives with mature interpersonal skills to overcome workplace challenges so that we maintained consistent accomplishment of goals in a positive work environment.• Computer proficient in hardware configurations, programs, and applications• Energetic respectful contributor to organizational goals• Curious, a natural desire to research and answer complex questionsSPECIAL ANIMAL CARE SKILLS PROFILE• Over 17 years of hands-on experience in dog care and training• Calm, confident demeanor to connect and inspire animal cooperation• Exceptional knowledge of dog care procedures and protocol• Inborn compassion for animals with intuitive understanding of dogs’ perspective• Highly skilled in observing dog behavior and reporting problems• Demonstrated ability to train, feed, groom, and exercise dogs• Able to clean, disinfect, and repair dog cages; able to lift up to 150 lbs. • Designed a visual inventory system to facilitate progressive management of shelter dogs

Chicago, Illinois

My successful 24-year career as a Trader/Broker was preceded by summers in high school and college, where I began to learn the intricacies of this complex business as a runner/deck handler. I consider the knowledge, people skills, and wisdom I accumulated along the way during my years ‘in the pit’ as equal assets in the trading world I was privileged to benefit from. CBOT Career Achievements:• CBOT Seat Ownership • $US million trading profits• Commodities: Financial, Agricultural, Foreign Currency, Metal, Oil, and Index Futures• Created a broker utility relief system to fill in for high-worth brokers to confidently take time off • University of Trading Lead teacher: Seminars for laymen to learn how to be a floor trader• Financial Floor Disciplinary Committee: Member of panel conflict review and resolutions