Brenda Rivera, Mpa Email and Phone Number
As a fourth-generation railroader originally from North Platte, NE, I have over 25 years and numerous skills in the transportation industry including presenting Emergency Preparedness Plans to our communities and key stakeholders as well as advanced corporate initiatives across Minnesota, Wisconsin, Iowa, Illinois and the Dakotas. Other duties have included addressing public and government inquiries; negotiating with local governments; developing legislative policy positions; organizing events for the public, customers and leaders; writing internal and external communications; grant writing and overseeing regional corporate giving. I also serve on the Board of Directors for Operation Lifesaver to promote rail safety to organizations.
Progressive Rail Incorporated
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- progressiverail.com
- Employees:
- 39
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Director Of Contract ComplianceProgressive Rail Incorporated Feb 2020 - Present -
Hr Consulting PartnerMinnesota Department Of Transportation Aug 2019 - Feb 2020St Paul -
Program Implementation CoordinatorMinnesota Department Of Transportation Oct 2018 - Aug 2019 -
Assistant OmbudsmanMinnesota Department Of Transportation Dec 2017 - Oct 2018Saint Paul, Minnesota -
Management AnalystMinnesota Department Of Transportation Jul 2017 - Dec 2017Saint Paul, Minnesota -
Contract AdministratorProgressive Rail Incorporated Feb 2017 - Jul 2017Lakeville, Minnesota -
Customer SolutionsProgressive Rail Incorporated Aug 2014 - Apr 2017Lakeville, Mn-Provides accurate data input of interchange records by recording all car movement events and status change in the RMI software.-Maintains yard inventory and provide train and switch lists to train crews.-Provides accurate car movement information to customers (internal and external) and train crews in a timely manner.-Maintains accurate and current inventory properly reflecting traffic movements.-Provides received and forwarded interchange information to connecting carrier and internal departments.-Prepares car movement waybills by inputting loaded and empty car movement waybill information in the RMI software.-Ensures proper HAZMAT requirements are received and/or produced.-Furnishes requested car-tracing information to customers.-Cross trains with other personnel in the customer service departments.-Answers customer, vendor and employee questions -
Project ManagerProgressive Rail Specialized Logistics Aug 2014 - Apr 2017Lakeville, Minnesota -
Advisor Of Community RelationsCanadian Pacific Railway Mar 2012 - Jan 2014Initiates plans designed to enhance CP’s image as a responsible, community-focused, and safety-conscious company.• Maintains close contact with Community Officials in municipal governments • Provides instruction and guidance to other Communications staff and departments• Responds to community queries pertaining to company policies and operations• Maintains liaison with key community figures and ensures that CP’s position is known and understood• Provides advice and guidance for the CP Donations Program and participates in the planning execution and hosting of CP community events -
Revenue Cost ManagementCanadian Pacific Railway Jan 2011 - Mar 2012Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul AreaManage the flow of collections on past due accounts while handling dispute cases pertaining to supplemental and demurrage charges to our customers.• Ensure the customer is sent accurate invoices for charges accrued for supplemental services. • Communicate with the Transportation Service Representatives when inaccurate charges are entered into the system to avoid creating unnecessary disputes with the customer.• Negotiate extra fees with the customer in order to keep a strong working relationship.• Strong use of excel, spreadsheet, good writing skills and basic accounting concepts pertaining to debits and credits are required for this position.• Understanding of the customer’s current contract with the company and what their agreement is -
Problem Resolution SupervisorCanadian Pacific Railway Mar 2009 - Jan 2011Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul AreaManage the PRP inbox to ensure we are providing resolutions to ongoing issues with cars, billing and TYES issues in a timely manner.• Create and manage cases in Gateway to help track problems and allow for resolutions to cases • Communicate with the Transportation Service Representatives of changes in procedures and policies to allow them to adopt and become familiar with them• Track the attendance of the Transportation Service Representatives and create charts and graphs to show any trends in certain areas that need improvement• Strong use of excel, word and power point for presentations, letters and spreadsheets as required by Customer Service Manager -
Executive AssistantCanadian Pacific Railway Nov 2006 - Mar 2009St Paul, MnAssist and oversee the administrative aspect and support for the Assistant Vice President/Central Operations-US• Manage and delegate the flow of office paperwork, messages, e-mail and reports• Supervise the flow of communications between the Service Area Managers and AVP, able to prioritize the AVP inbox in order to help them maintain their work flow• Planning and organizing of meetings, forums, and other company events• Strong use of excel, word and power point for presentations, letters and spreadsheets as required by AVP• Able to work independently and make quick decisions when necessary -
Manager Of Flight Operations-AdministrationPinnacle Airlines, Inc. May 2002 - Nov 2006Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul AreaOversee the Administrative aspect of the flight operations on a daily basis.• Manage and delegate the flow of office paperwork and messages• Supervise staff of Clerks and maintain lines of communication with departments• Planning and organizing of meetings, forums, and other company events
Brenda Rivera, Mpa Skills
Brenda Rivera, Mpa Education Details
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Public Affairs With A Concentration In Diversity And Equity -
Double Major-Political Science And Sociology
Frequently Asked Questions about Brenda Rivera, Mpa
What company does Brenda Rivera, Mpa work for?
Brenda Rivera, Mpa works for Progressive Rail Incorporated
What is Brenda Rivera, Mpa's role at the current company?
Brenda Rivera, Mpa's current role is Director of Contract Compliance.
What schools did Brenda Rivera, Mpa attend?
Brenda Rivera, Mpa attended Humphrey School Of Public Affairs, University Of Nebraska At Kearney.
What are some of Brenda Rivera, Mpa's interests?
Brenda Rivera, Mpa has interest in Social Services, Children, Economic Empowerment, Civil Rights And Social Action, Politics, Education, Golfing, Reading, Poverty Alleviation, Camping.
What skills is Brenda Rivera, Mpa known for?
Brenda Rivera, Mpa has skills like Customer Service, Management, Leadership, Operations Management, Logistics, Budgets, Project Management, Transportation, Project Planning, Microsoft Office, Team Building, Event Planning.
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Brenda Rivera, Mpa's colleagues are Philip Van, Gerard Daly, Alfredo Avila, Francie Duea, Brian Kovarik, Jacob Rudolph Mhrir, Robert Dodson.
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