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Lafayette Hill, Pa, Us

Newtown Square, Pa

Led multidisciplinary teams overseeing critical customer-facing products, integral business functions, and pivotal aspects of PMI's core operations, fortifying customer experience and strategic initiatives. Drove new product development and helped managed the PMO during a 4-year company transformation, showcasing expertise in agile methodologies and product lifecycle management. Holds certifications in Project Management Professional (PMP), Certified Scrum Master (CSM), SAFe Agilist Certified, & Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO).

Rosemont, Pa

Established and led a high-performing sales team in collaboration with the top brokerage firm in the Philadelphia area, consistently surpassing average agent sales for two consecutive years. Successfully developed a successor during this tenure. A seasoned investor-friendly agent proficient in diverse real estate techniques, actively managing a personal investment portfolio.

Philadelphia

Spearheaded the delivery of top-notch home renovation projects, ensuring adherence to timelines, budget constraints, and exceeding client expectations consistently. Project types encompass new construction, commercial remodels, and residential rehabilitation.

Greater Philadelphia Area

Led a dynamic team overseeing the engineering, design, and manufacture of multi-million-dollar projects, catering to diverse applications in domestic and foreign Navy operations, the Nuclear Power Plant Industry, power generation, and oil & gas markets.

Malvern, Pa

Managed a thriving sales territory focused on providing sports apparel and promotional tools to schools and businesses, fostering strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth.

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States

- Played a pivotal role in planning, organizing, and executing diverse entertainment events within the sports venue, including pre-game activities. Effectively liaised with the Wachovia game operations crew, local radio, national TV stations, and corporate sponsors to ensure seamless event execution.- Contributed to print advertising initiatives by successfully securing sponsorships with sports apparel companies, enhancing brand visibility and promotional activities.- Conducted comprehensive research on both domestic and international nightlife trends and specific demographics' interests, enabling innovative approaches to attract fans without detracting from the sporting event's essence.- Developed and presented a compelling marketing plan aimed at engaging college students with the sports venue, gaining endorsement and support from a local radio station, thereby expanding the venue's audience reach among this demographic.

- Successfully instructed and managed two undergraduate classes, each with thirty students, five days a week, in health and physical education. Demonstrated strong organizational skills by developing course syllabi, establishing semester goals, creating assessments (tests/quizzes), monitoring grades, and facilitating communication between student advisors and the academic office.- Fostered a dynamic learning environment by presenting real-life cases that encouraged students to apply critical thinking skills and develop practical solutions.- Implemented innovative teaching methods to promote team cohesion and self-efficacy among students. Transformed the classroom into a collaborative and competitive setting, offering incentives to motivate students to achieve specific goals and tasks.- Acknowledged for teaching excellence by being voted "Best Teacher" by the entire undergraduate physical education class. Recognition translated into the opportunity to select the class to teach in the subsequent semester, a testament to the positive impact and rapport established with students.

- Elected by peers as the head seat for the Department of Education on the Congress of Graduate Students Board, demonstrating trusted leadership and representation within the department.- Oversaw the allocation and effective administration of funds to diverse student organizations, ensuring equitable distribution and maximum benefit to the student community.- Actively engaged in networking with various campus departments and organizations, fostering collaborations to address pertinent student life issues and advocate for student concerns.- Conducted comprehensive surveys among classmates to gauge opinions on diverse topics impacting the student body. Presented informed recommendations and solutions to the Board for collective decision-making through open voting procedures.

- Directed and co-managed the daily maintenance operations for all sports venues across the campus, ensuring optimal functionality and presentation.- Held accountability for staffing employees and meticulously planning the seamless transition of each field or court between seasons, ensuring smooth operations and readiness for various sports activities.- Cultivated extensive networks by engaging with university staff, coaches, players, and personnel from opposing teams, fostering positive relationships and promoting a conducive sports environment.- Acknowledged for exceptional sportsmanship and professionalism, receiving a last-game sidelines pass as recognition for upholding respectful conduct and contributing to a positive image of Florida State University, as acknowledged by an opposing team.

- Conducted tailored one-on-one sessions and group classes encompassing diverse genders, ages, and athletic abilities at Transcend, a specialized sports training facility. Customized workouts were designed to enhance athlete performance based on their sport and position.- Implemented rigorous training programs that significantly improved athletes' overall flexibility, cardiovascular endurance, speed & agility, and strength, resulting in enhanced athletic performance.- Acquired comprehensive skills in health club management, mastering the operations and profitability aspects within the industry.- Orchestrated a successful turnaround in declining membership retention by conducting in-depth industry research and identifying areas for improvement within membership packages. Implemented a new business plan that resulted in a remarkable 15% increase in memberships and a substantial 21% revenue growth in the subsequent year.

- Led all in-game entertainment initiatives during home Philadelphia Flyers games, orchestrating engaging and immersive experiences for fans.- Interfaced with top executives of Comcast-Spectacor, addressing and resolving fan hospitality issues to enhance the overall game experience.- Spearheaded promotional campaigns and organized various fan activities, including birthday giveaways, sports trivia prizes, crowd motivation tactics, sports venue entertainment, past player recognitions, and celebrity showcases.- Managed the Flyers Ice Girls' team in conjunction with overseeing the game crew staff, ensuring smooth coordination and execution of in-game entertainment activities.

Master'S Certificate, Program Management Professional, Graduate

Activities and Societies: Project Management Institute MemberAchieved my Project Management Masters Certificate through Villanova University

Masters, Education - Sports Management

Activities and Societies: Dean's List. FSU Golden Key National Honor Society. Teachers Assistantship. Served as the head seat.

Bachelor Of Science, Exercise Sport Science

Activities and Societies: Dean's List. Varsity football and varsity track four year letter recipient. Student Director of Game Day.