I don’t believe that printing is just ink on paper. If you’re in a warehouse, it’s your organizational need. If it’s a garment tag, it’s your identity. If you're in a grocery store with 10 other choices next to yours, it’s your brand. I believe T.E. Lawrence put it best, “The printing press is the greatest weapon in the armory of the modern commander.”Helping people transform a basic idea into the packaging they envisioned was extremely gratifying.As the Digital Operations Coordinator, I greatly improved upon my project management and leadership skills by running the digital label department.+ Estimated new projects and advised customer service and sales on what was required to ensure timely and precise completion to customer+ Processed and scheduled orders+ Wrote & executed SOP to press operator, press helper, and departments affecting workflow+ Created and maintained budgets and waste reports+ Advised on material requirements, finishes, and other job specifics as required to optimize digital departmentPrior positions at Craftsman: Marketing & Sales, Customer Service, Shipping & Receiving, Rewind, & File Clerk.

I had the privilege to work with wonderful entrepreneurs and customers as a customer service and inside sales representative. One of the best parts of this position was not only helping customers, but to hear so many stories and handle a variety of projects from every industry.Some duties included:+ Maintained and grew house accounts+ Compiled job specifics to ensure project accuracy and pricing+ Explained technical flexographic and digital information in layman's terms to clients + Coordinated between customer and internal departments to finalize projects, process orders, and resolve issues+ Negotiated price points and lead times to advocate ideal situation for both company and customer

As the sales coordinator, I was the point of contact for outside sales reps, and handled some marketing activities to engage current client base and draw potential customers. I eventually turned this into an inside sales position. Some of my duties included:+ Cold & warm calling+ Coordinated travel for outside sales personnel+ Created and maintained forecasting & expenditure spreadsheets+ Designed new tools for sales department+ Created new marketing collateral: updated company image by revamping color palette, business cards, motto, presentation folders, writing copy for new inserts and website, new trade show booth design

+ Finished rolls to deliver to customer using tabletop rewinder+ Monitored quality and removed defected product+ Packaged product for customer delivery+ Processed shipments Using WorldShip and courier services

Training, grooming, and handling of the canine and equine variety.

Riding instructor specializing in developing horsemanship from children to adults, beginner through advanced levels.