Nevada Global is a joint collaboration between the University of Nevada, Reno and Shorelight providing international students with exclusive admission services, academic and language support and career growth opportunities.As the operational leader of Nevada Global, we will ensure the highest quality experience for international students assisting them through every step of the US education journey. Working closely with UNR Administration, Academic, Student Services and the Shorelight global network, Nevada Global will attract international students from around the world providing access to the exceptional University academic and research programs.

- Develop and oversee the 40+ Professional Development Certificate programs during Fall, Spring and Summer Sessions generating over $400,000 in revenue. Working closely with many academic departments to generate interest in their programs. Oversee Budget and staff of 3 with over 20 instructors, coordinators and guest speakers.- Direct the Intensive English Program (SSALI), International Short Term and Semester at Sonoma (SAS) and WorldCHAT.us online programs for over 70 international students and $200,000 in revenue. Supervise staff of one Coordinator, 2 Assistants and many part-time ESL instructors.- Develop and direct the EXCEL for Youth Summer program for the last two years with over 500 3rd - 7th grade students with over $200,000 in revenue. Oversee budget and staff of 3 and 10 - 15 instructors.- Working with CFO and SSU leadership creating new International Student Scholarship program for undergraduate students, managing a 4-year budget of $200,000 to be awarded to eligible first-time freshman and transfer students.- Developing international recruitment and outreach programs for entire Sonoma State University campus beginning with new programs to increase enrollments starting in Fall 2023.- Establishing partnerships with regional Community Colleges promoting pathway programs for International Students.

Responsible for the marketing, recruitment, enrollment management, communication and outreach efforts for domestic and international students attending professional development, degree and international programs in the School of Extended and International Education (SEIE). Generate applicants for the intensive English Language program (SSALI), Semester at Sonoma and develop domestic recruitment strategies for degree and non-degree SEIE programs, developing contractual agreements with international and domestic partners.

Recruit international students by developing and advancing relationships with overseas recruiting agents and various agencies including partner colleges/universities and consulate offices. Develop International Marketing, Short term and Specialized Plans for on-campus activities and overseas recruiting and advertising strategies.Manage promotional materials, select overseas publications for advertising; coordinate with the district marketing department or contracted designer to create advertising and promotional materials for both electronic and hard copy, update information on the department website..Supervise partnerships and database management by managing relationships with agents and partner colleges, create and maintain necessary contracts and agreements, records and related databases.Respond to inquiries about the College from students, recruiting agencies, staff and foreign college and Universities. Identify and develop relationships with language schools, local high schools and recruit international transfer students.

Lead, advise and collaborate with US team to identify and sign new Higher Education partners for the IDP portfolio. Responsible for recruiting Community Colleges, high schools and 4-year institutions, as well as, managing major Pathway Provider accounts in the USProvide leadership and direction to support recruitment and placement procedures and efficiencies for higher education partners. Support IDP partners maximizing strategies and introducing new and effective ideasManage on behalf of portfolio partners the support and development of agents engaged in overseas international recruitment services (meeting with students and parents). Travel to our offices overseas and participated in international recruitment fairsSupervising and familiarizing our partners with our overseas international recruitment offices facilitating productive relationships with IDP offices. Coordinate overseas visits for partners and Internet-based training seminars for partners and IDP colleaguesExpert in managing travel abroad (Europe, Southeast Asia, India) promoting partner institutions at overseas events and developing Virtual Fairs for US Partners and in the US for IDP agents and colleagues

Top performer on sales team. Analyzed, identified and secured higher education prospects for Greenwood & Hall. In addition, was briefed and trained to begin selling products from Strategic Partners and Affiliates such as:*enCircle Media- interactive marketing agency*University Financial Aid Services- financial aid services company*Synaptic Global Learning (SGL)- new LMS company*The Education Alliance- full service higher education consulting company*Essentials LLC- a leader in behavioral profiling for marketing, advising, retention and hiringSecured contracts totalling over 5 million in revenue for the company in first year. Identified, developed and helped secure commitment for the company their top strategic partners in the higher education industry.Greenwood & Hall emphasizes "co-sourced" financial aid, enrollment management and student service solutions for higher education, helping institutions enhance student services and student outcomes, increase enrollments and improve retention. Greenwood & Hall services include financial aid advising and back-office services, 24/7 student concierge and help desk, lead generation, lead qualification, enrollment counseling, student assessments, retention counseling, technology solutions, and consulting.

Manager within Client Services Division as the lead for implementation of new products and services rolling out of the Technology and Communication divisions* Prepared RFI/RFPs, analysis and proposals to clients, presentations and materials* Conducted client and internal data analysis as needed by the Executive Management Team* Created customized presentations, technical manuals and sales information for clients and Client Services Division while at EDFUND* Representative on Electronic Standard Committee (ESC), tasked with the creation of new record format* Directed team of remote technical support team members to assist Higher Education Institutions with software implementation

Growing client portfolio, over 18 million dollars for the last yearExceeded sales goals each year and was top producer in Northern CA and NV region:2005/06- goal; $6.2 million, final volume; $8.3 million2006/07- goal; $9.2 million, final volume; $10.6 million2007/08- goal; $11.5 million, final $14.3 millionManaged over 240 clients (colleges, universities and high schools) in Northern CA and NevadaMarketing, selling student loan portfolio packages to colleges, universities, high schools, borrowers and parents in the region. Developed marketing and sales campaigns unique to the different clientsCoordinate and attend conferences and trade fairs

* Worked within Client Services Division as the lead in implementation of new products and services rolling out of the Technology and Communication divisions. * Prepared RFI/RFPs, analysis and proposals to clients, presentations and materials* Business lead with many technical and marketing projects occurring throughout EdFund including Ops. * Conducted client and internal data analysis as needed by the Executive Management Team.* Created customized presentations, technical manuals and sales information for our clients and Client Services Division while at EDFUND* Representative on Electronic Standard Committee (ESC), tasked with the creation of new record formats

* Responsible for the monthly reconciliation of the University’s multi-million dollar Federal Pell grant account and Federal Direct Loan program. * Helped developed automated programs in conjunction with, the MIS department, outside vendors, lenders and the Department of Education* Managed computer-related upgrades and perform installations of vendor-type software needed for the Financial Aid office. * Directed staff and develop training methods for all present and future enhancements and changes in institutional, State and Federal Regulations.* Incorporated external software programs with mainframe system to raise efficiency within offices and throughout the entire campus* Directed Staff of four, while overseeing loan and grant delivery

Provided support and maintenance of multiple computer systems including; the University's mainframe system (CARS) and the Department of Education, Student Affairs division Assisted in financial aid estimating, leverage packaging and forecasting for the University Sat on the University committees for enrollment, recruitment, efficiency in mainframe usage (Intranet) and student retention

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Bike mechanic and manager for small bike/cross country ski shop in southern Germany

Corporation located in Southern Germany, manufactured conveyor belts for cardboard packing industry and environmental filters for smokestacks in the industrial sectorInvolved in shipping merchandise to all areas of the world. Assisted with marketing and traveled within Eastern Europe meeting with potential customers