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Sault Ste. Marie, Mi, Us

Plymouth, Mi, Us

SMG Development Group stands at the forefront of innovative development consulting solutions, specializing in strategies for development planning and execution. Our client-centric approach involves creating tailored scopes of work, incorporating OKR (Objectives and Key Results) standards to ensure a holistic and measurable strategy. Our seasoned team navigates the complexities of brownfield redevelopment and tax increment financing (TIF), leveraging our well-established relationships, advanced technology, and streamlined processes, we go beyond innovative solutions. Our comprehensive range of services includes capital stack structuring, utilizing legislative tools, alongside expertise in owner representation, site selection, bird-dogging and project management. At SMG Development Group, we offer our clients a unique advantage in achieving outstanding economic development outcomes to foster sustainable growth.

Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

Leads the Michigan SBDC’s platform management, cybersecurity, data analytics, and international trade team. Work with consultants and stakeholders to establish platform needs and/or programming. Own the “Innovative” value within the SBDC strategic house ensuring that our programing and delivery methods remain relevant for the next generation of entrepreneurs.

Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

Develop and launch programs to support the MI SBDC's COVID response by managing multi-million dollar federal and state grants to support Michigan small businesses though vendor negotiations, outreach, team management, partnership development with State and Federal resources and success tracking and reporting to the Small Business Administration (SBA).

Houghton, Michigan, Us

I offer entrepreneurs with business plan and sales development strategies. I also advise new businesses on the process of forming corporations, developing business structures, overseeing mergers and acquisitions, writing privacy policies, setting up accounting systems, preparing financial statements, and organizing commercial transactions. Furthermore, I consult with international trade and subsidiary start-ups. Key achievements include:✪ Creating and initiating the office’s brand development strategy, increasing web site traffic, office visitors, and collaborations with other local organizations. ✪ Working with area municipalities, counties, and townships to initiate rural economic development programs . ✪ Helping with $43M in capital formation and 107 business starts over five years.✪ Winning 2019 Michigan State Star, the highest-level award in the American SBDC network. ✪ Recruiting industry and housing developers to the region.

I started this business from scratch, a huge undertaking. A large part of the job involved establishing and nurturing relationships with clients. I also facilitated connections, finding the right individuals to complete each project. I identified sales channels and initiated then supervised e-commerce activities through third-party sales channels, including iTunes, Amazon, and Barnes & Noble. I also directed the company’s website development and social media marketing campaigns. I then analyzed contract performance, considering costs, outcomes, and profits. I also managed business financial operations. And I worked hard to land new accounts. My key achievements include:✪ Leading e-book conversion projects, acquiring new business for the company. ✪ Working with Grammy Award Winning artists on audio books, e-books, and graphic novel production. ✪ Producing 13 audio books.

Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

I led classroom teaching in the absence of the full-time teacher. This involved implementing teacher lesson plans and assigning student classwork and homework. I then drafted daily reports and evaluations to share pertinent information with the regular teacher.

Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

I processed sales orders, ensuring the timely delivery of products to retail locations. I worked with the creative and marketing departments to create sales and marketing tools for retailers, such as Amazon, Barnes & Noble, Books-A-Million, and Borders. I also performed sales analysis. I’m especially proud of having:✪ Created The Noteworthy TM Bible, a product series that generated new revenue streams for the business.

Grand Rapids, Mi, Us

I led the initiation of a database program that improved the company’s digital record keeping. I also oversaw all computer and network administration support services. I directed IT hardware and software purchases, equipment leasing, and networking for four branch offices. My key accomplishments include:✪ Earning a promotion from HomeLink Manager to Operations Manager. ✪ Restructuring broker fees and accounts receivable to boost revenue and profits.✪ Designing and implementing new operational systems and procedures.

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Promoted from Sales Specialist. Participated in the auditing of revenue for the Michigan/Illinois regions. Worked with clients to develop strategic financial planning solutions to achieve client investment objectives. Executed security trading for client investment portfolios. Compiled and prepared portfolio information for client presentations.

Washington, Dc, Us

Promoted four times in two years. Participated in an unparalleled 99.9% safe launch and recovery of hundreds of aircraft. Administered advancement training for over 200 members of V-2 Division. Enlisted Aircraft Warfare Specialist.

Mba, Business Administration

Certificate, Effective Communications & Human Relations

Ba, Business Administration

College Prep Diploma