Joel Nelson, M.S. Marketing, M.B.A. Email & Phone Number

Columbus, Oh, Us

Columbus, Ohio

Directed cross-functional teams to deliver high-impact programs, established objectives, and demonstrate strong writing and presentation skills, producing key stakeholder communications. Conducted vendor selection and management process for program initiatives. Organized daily program operations, complying with policies and regulations. Managed logistical and operational initiatives. Led administration and programming strategy, leveraged data and analytics to drive business improvements, and coordinated with partners to deliver educational programming to over 3,000 attendees. Served as Chair of the Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice Task Force for Ohio State University Office of the CIO. Acted as Director of Ohio Science Olympiad.

Columbus, Ohio, United States

Collaborated with subject matter experts to design course materials and supported implementation. Applied effective pedagogy and student-centered instructional design to create an authentic and reflective educational experience. Evaluated existing course materials, identifying opportunities for enhancement or revision based on learner feedback.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Adjunct instructor with OCU's College of Adult & Graduate Studies program teaching MKTG 1050: Introduction to Marketing and MKTG 4020: Marketing Concepts and Applications.Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation. Employed teaching strategies to ensure quality learning experiences for students. Maintained positive working relationships with students to ensure an interactive and safe classroom environment. Initiated excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by presenting engaging subject matter. Prepared student analysis and graded assignments and exams based on standards and policies.

Collaborated with subject matter experts to design course materials and supported implementation. Applied effective pedagogy and student-centered instructional design to create an authentic and reflective educational experience. Evaluated existing course materials, identifying opportunities for enhancement or revision based on learner feedback.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Led management and implementation of the Credits Count Program, a $5 million STEM-focused partnership between Columbus State and Columbus City Schools, guiding budget decisions, project management, and reporting. Formed strategic partnerships and developed communication and promotion plans for impact-driven initiatives to corporate and community partners. Managed cross-functional partnership teams for execution of project and program initiatives. Served as partnership and programming liaison with internal and external constituents, ensuring support for program initiatives. Applied industry expertise, customer service skills, and analytical nature to negotiate contracts with vendors, resolve stakeholder concerns, and promote alliance. Developed strategic plans and supervised daily operations, utilizing data-driven decision-making and technology tools for program evaluations, resource allocation, and enhanced project tracking. Oversaw marketing and communication efforts to promote college/career awareness and readiness reaching 10,000+ students, resulting in 2000+ course and/or program enrollments. Partnered with regional employers for Career Readiness Program serving over 100 students over three years. Led multiple educational initiatives, including the creation of the International Work-Based Learning Exchange Program with Dresden, Germany, the Young Men of Color in STEM Career Conference, and Summer Technology Programs, providing diverse learning experiences and opportunities for students.

Adjunct instructor teaching MCOLS 1100: First Year Experience Seminar and COLS 1101: College Success Skills.Conducted engaging in-class discussions to facilitate learning and encourage participation. Employed teaching strategies to ensure quality learning experiences for students. Maintained positive working relationships with students to ensure an interactive and safe classroom environment. Initiated excitement and enthusiasm in classroom by presenting engaging subject matter. Prepared student analysis and graded assignments and exams based on standards and policies.

Columbus, Ohio Area

Led the development and implementation of innovative instructional technologies, improving learner retention rates and enhancing the e-learning experience. Initiated and coordinated the institution’s mobile technologies initiative, integrating them into learning strategies and forming key partnerships. Spearheaded multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring high-quality deliverables under tight deadlines. Established the college’s Learning Design Process, adapting traditional courses for online delivery and leading the instructional design for diversified online course design and delivery. Recognized by TechColumbus 2011 Innovation Awards for leading the development and implementation of a campus-wide lecture capture and media delivery system. Built and maintained professional relationships with vendors and suppliers, coordinating the selection of tools and technologies for effective course development and delivery.Presentations include:“One Stream to Rule Them All: Unifying Online Campus Video Delivery” ∙ 2011 ∙ Campus Technology ∙ Boston, MA“Unifying Lecture Capture and Streaming Video Across Campus” ∙ 2011 ∙ Ohio Ed Tech Conference ∙ Columbus, OH“Lecture Capture & Mobile Learning for Student Success” ∙ 2010 ∙ Ohio Ed Tech Conference ∙ Columbus, OH“The Future of Video in Education” ∙ 2010 Panelist ∙ Streaming Media West ∙ Los Angeles, CA“Using Lecture Capture Technology to Support Traditional and Distance Learning Nursing Students” ∙ 2009 ∙Youngstown State Distance Education Conference ∙ Youngstown, OH

Managed, troubleshot, and maintained multimedia systems used by college, including video conferencing equipment, Blackboard distance learning system, and related hardware / software.Key Achievements include:Heightened department visibility with design of logo and brochure outlining available services; produced graphic designs for multiple department initiatives.Created department's first showcase web page that presented and highlighted the department's most successful and innovative work in a novel way.Developed innovative ways to use combinations of software and hardware products already available to achieve creative outcomes previously not explored.

Created design concepts and coordinated production of corporate identity and marketing materials for a diverse client base. Evaluated client needs and expectations, establishing clear goals for each consulting engagement. Refined detailed work plans to meet business priorities and deliver outstanding service. Improved client satisfaction by overseeing multiple projects and meeting deadlines. Organized and analyzed primary and secondary research to understand industry, market and company trends.

Develop training solutions and improve training efficiency and effectiveness across the technology training program.

As independent contractor, increased program visibility to recruit mentors and participants. Developed promotional concepts, communicated objectives to managers, managed program website, and designed and executed marketing collaterals and communication materials..

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