Jacob Grear, Mba Email & Phone Number

Newburgh, In, Us

Mason, Oh, Us

• Spearheaded a team of dedicated volunteers in successfully reviving / organizing a community 5K race, directly benefiting the Town of Newburgh• Proactively sought and secured sponsorships from influential local business leaders, ensuring substantial financial support for the event• Demonstrated leadership & strategic planning skills by attracting an impressive turnout of approximately 300 participants and generating a profit• Coordinated logistics with the Town & various organizations, including the Community Band & American Legion, ensuring seamless execution and enhancing community engagement

• Takes the minutes at monthly meetings where we brainstorm with team regarding trails projects that enhance our community• Attends ribbon cuttings, fundraisers & special events to help raise funds towards projects

San Jose, Ca, Us

• Specializes in reselling vintage furniture, musical instruments, electronics & other collectibles• Sources items regionally & uses skills to repair and re-list• Experience with global shipping• Maintains excellent customer service, currently at 100% feedback with hundreds of sales

Louisville, Kentucky, Us

• Expanded company presence in Indiana, penetrated new markets & landed some of the largest clients/employers in the region, opening up opportunities locally and across the country• Leads, develops, and executes various marketing strategies to create new partnerships and expand/retain existing clients • Consistent track record of exceeding sales goals by identifying qualified prospects & securing new agreements through inbound and outbound lead generation• Successfully landed new large-scale anchor clients for Peoplemark branches in Kentucky & Alabama• Exceptional relationship-building skills that ensure client needs are being met, as well as identifying areas of improvement• Utilizes marketing skills to promote our full service capabilities in alignment with strategic objectives to build revenue in temporary, temporary-to-hire & direct hire service offerings• Actively involved in professional networking groups and nonprofit organizations (OSHRM, Warrick Trails, Newburgh Rivertown Trail 5K, Crossroads Volunteer)• Flexible team player willing to go the extra mile, assists recruiting team in efforts to secure more candidates whenever there is an excess of open orders• Highly proficient with lead generation tools (such as Zoominfo) and applicant tracking/organization tools (Bond, Bullhorn)• Enjoys meeting face-to-face with key decision-makers to negotiate win-win solutions• Executes a high level of integrity and trust with all clients, candidates, and staff

Newburgh, In, Us

• Submitted and was awarded the 2019 Duke Site Readiness Grant for the North Warrick Industrial Park• Managed multiple Tax Increment Financing accounts in excess of $10 million• Effective team player while also driven to be highly productive alone• Proven track record of delivering results under tight deadlines • Played a key role in receiving a $2 million grant through the Regional Cities Initiative • Meticulous attention to detail - has caught and corrected errors in excess of $80,000• Initiated a move to new digital processes to eliminate redundancy and improve organization• Proficient in market research to determine needs and direction of local economy• Utilized critical thinking skills in a diverse range of circumstances to help improve Warrick County• Advanced multitasking abilities acquired from handling and monitoring many projects at once • Built forecast / projection models and updates regularly as new projects commence• Facilitated and directed marketing efforts towards manufacturers, corporations and healthcare providers to aid in Warrick County growth• Strong interpersonal skills which aid in promptly solving issues while avoiding escalation

Piano Teacher• Teaches basic level piano courses to younger players (part-time basis)Retirement Homes• Frequently plays at various retirement homes in the region for special eventsI had the incredible opportunity to play piano at an Colonial Oaks Assisted Living throughout my time at Indiana Wesleyan University. What began as a monthly event turned into weekly and other special events. It was a blessing to be able to use my skills to help bring joy into the lives of residents, and they returned the favor by the friendships I formed and positive encouragement I received. l spent time with residents afterwards and formed deeper relationships, which fueled my passion for coming in to play for them. Since moving to Warrick County, IN, I have continued to play at various retirement homes in the area including Atria Senior Living, The Village At Hamilton Pointe, Willow Park, Newburgh Health Care and River Pointe.Weddings• Have provided music for over a dozen weddingsChurch• Foursquare Youth / Worship Team (New Castle, IN) 2006-2013• Crossroads Christian Church (Newburgh, IN) 2013-CurrentRestaurants / Events• "The Front Door" Restaurant Pianist - (New Castle, IN) 2012• New Castle Arts Fundraiser Pianist• Warrick County Bicentennial Pianist (feat. Lt. Governor Sue Ellspermann)

• Co-created & managed on on-campus resale/consignment shop at the IWU Student Center• Lead daily operations and developed business procedures• Tracked inventory by creating spreadsheets and entering data as each item was sold• Acquired marketing skills through hosting a grand opening event, advertising via social media, custom designed flyers, word of mouth, etc.• Developed customer service skills through daily interactions with individuals coming into the store

Master Of Business Administration (Mba)

Bachelor'S Degree, Business Management & Economics Double Major, Spanish Minor

Spanish