As Director, I lead and develop my team of five by cultivating a collaborative and empowering work culture, setting clear goals, and providing continuous support for professional growth fostering a cohesive team dynamic that not only meets but exceeds performance expectations, driving success and innovation of our products and within our department.Contact the Candi at the NIACC Pappajohn Center at 641-422-4111 or candi.karsjens@niacc.edu.

Hybrid Course Delivery: Proficiently design and deliver courses encompassing entrepreneurship, marketing, and business, employing a blended approach of online and in-person instruction tailored to meet the diverse needs of students.Canvas (LMS) Utilization: Employ the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) adeptly to manage course content, assignments, and interactive discussions, while proactively offering timely and insightful feedback to students.Course Material and Curriculum Development: Play an active role in the continual enhancement and refinement of course materials and curriculum, collaborating closely with departmental colleagues to ensure alignment with standards of quality and relevance.Commitment to Professional Development: Demonstrate a commitment to ongoing professional growth by actively engaging in the exploration of emerging trends and best practices within the realm of online education. Continuously refine methodologies to elevate student learning experiences and outcomes.

ANY LAB TEST NOW® Franchise is an independently owned and operated direct-to-consumer retail lab testing service. We offer health-conscious consumers who want to take control of their health a lab testing experience that is private, convenient, fast, and affordable with most test results delivered directly to the customer in 24 - 48 hours. As CEO and collaborative partner alongside my husband, I specialize in crafting and executing our visionary growth strategy, seamlessly integrating traditional and cutting-edge digital marketing approaches. While entrusting my partner with overseeing the efficient day-to-day operations, we synergize our strengths to drive success in our business endeavors.

This program aims to foster entrepreneurship and commercialization of cutting-edge research and technology developed by NSF-funded projects.Work closely with iCorps teams (academic researchers, entrepreneurs, and industry mentors) to guide and facilitate the transition of scientific discoveries into viable commercial ventures. Conduct training sessions and workshops to educate iCorps teams on lean startup methodologies, business model canvas, customer development, and other entrepreneurial concepts. Provide mentorship, training, and guidance to help iCorps teams effectively navigate the process of technology transfer and entrepreneurial success.

Embedded team with GSK Respiratory division. Top performing, passionate, healthcare sales professional focused on changing patients lives by effectively educating providers on benefits for their patients. Resourceful problem solver who cultivates productive solutions in challenging situations. • Develops and implements winning customer specific territory plans to increase market growth and maximize sales by gaining commitment and changing behaviors• Prioritizes time and effort to ensure optimal coverage of appropriate physicians and key stakeholders based on opportunity and potential• Develops and executes strategic planning in collaboration with territory internal stakeholders • Anticipates and overcomes potential barriers to achievement of goals by executing winning solutions for success and high achievement

Novartis Cardiovascular contract. Highly energetic, top performing healthcare sales professional focused on changing patients lives by effectively educating providers on benefits for their patients. Resourceful problem solver who cultivates productive solutions in challenging situations. • Develops and implements winning customer specific territory plans to increase market growth and maximize sales• Prioritizes time and effort to ensure optimal coverage of appropriate physicians and key stakeholders based on opportunity and potential• Developes and executes strategic planning in collaboration with territory internal stakeholders • Anticipates and overcomes potential barriers to achievement of goals by executing winning solutions for success and high achievement

We manufacture and wholesale natural soy candles made in reclaimed wine bottles our UnCorked! line and unique, trendy candle lines. We sold our primary line in 2015 to our best client, the barware with personality, a line of eco-friendly glass tumblers, vases, bowls and lighting all made from reclaimed wine/beer and liquor bottles. Green and Clean! As the owner of a global ecommerce small business producing consumer goods, my role encompassed overseeing various aspects of product development, operations and sales crucial to our success.Conducted comprehensive market research and analysis to discern customer needs, identify emerging market trends, and assess competitive landscapes. which were instrumental in creating product roadmaps and guiding the development of new ones.Successfully market and sell re-cycled and sustainable products to new retail accounts in the US. Grew sales to over 35 wholesale accounts and over 1,300 sales on EtsyDevelop and implement marketing and business strategy plans for the online and wholesale markets in a global marketplaceSuccessful hiring and coaching/training of employees to pursue company mission and visionDevelop new products focusing on the mission and vision of the company to create products for the home from sustainable and re-cycled raw materials, including drinkware & soy candlesFinancial goal setting and annual budgeting, sales goalsNetworking and relationship building with key non-profit accounts to help them reach their financial goals.

Strategic Advisor and Consultant working with a variety of global clients in numerous industries. Market Analytics for Growth: Utilize market analytics to monitor local market trends and competitor activities, identifying growth opportunities. Survey research, customer driven design and overall product/service feedback loop. Project Management and Collaboration: Effectively manage projects and collaborate with key stakeholders, vendors, and interns to ensure seamless operations and successful implementation.Targeted Growth Execution: Develop and create a tactical roadmap for product launch strategies and focused growth strategies, sales initiatives, and marketing campaigns to meet revenue targets and attract new customers for clients.Market Analytics for Growth: Utilize market analytics to monitor local market trends and competitor activities, identifying growth opportunities. Survey research, customer driven design and overall product/service feedback loop.Project Management and Collaboration: Effectively manage projects and collaborate with key stakeholders, vendors, and interns to ensure seamless operations and successful implementation.

Sold in 2012 to our partners.Northland Design & Manufacturing is a multi-million dollar manufacturer who specializes in custom fabricating steel, aluminum, stainless steel, abrasion resistant & alloy materials primarily for grain handling equipment, grain equipment, the ethanol industry and the construction industry.• Develop key accounts and establish strategic partnerships and dealer relationships to increase and drive ROI• Composition of business plan with strategic objectives and quarterly evaluation and KPI’s• Supply chain management & strategic planning• Financial projections and annual budgeting• Cash flow management and business analytics• Sales and advertising campaign development• Business plan and marketing strategy development• Successful hiring and coaching/training of employees

• Facilitated ongoing student engagement in individual and group instructional activities to encourage higher learning and an exchange of knowledge• Communicated effectively with students through our Learning Management System (LMS)• Motivated students to actively participate in all aspects of their educational process • Assist students in achieving completion of objectives and learning outcomes • Inspire and facilitate critical thinking skills in graduate level learners seeking their Master's degree in: leadership, management, marketing, accounting and micro/macro economics courses• Utilize appropriate technology for instruction • Faculty Advisor for the School of Business honor societies• Facilitate and execute the Peer Review Process for adjunct faculty• Design and develop curriculum and syllabi for business courses• Train, mentor and monitor new adjunct faculty in the Strategic Knowledge Studies courses• Business program accreditation process and maintenance

• Marketing entire portfolio to targeted customers through public speaking, group communication and specific appointments• Building win-win relationships with targeted customers and their staff through education and personal relationship development• Award winning pharmaceutical sales representative• Successfully manage territory geography• Data management and data analysis• Strategic planning and implementation of Plans of Action for each product in portfolio to achieve KPI’s • Coordination of routing, selling and implementing marketing objectives and plans of action with local area team in both small and large retail and hospital formats• Leading product teams and coaching others • Communication management through e-mail, voice-mail and leading effective team meetings as well as effective team correspondence• Award winning sales representative