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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Bonhams is a privately owned international auction house. Founded in 1793, it is one of the world's largest and most renowned auctioneers of fine art and antiques, motor cars, and jewelry.Bonhams has more auction rooms than any other auction house in the world. We hold more than 400 specialized auctions each year in 60 different collecting categories at our 13 salerooms. The global reach of Bonhams is supported by regional offices in 22 countries.Comprehensive appraisals are prepared for estate tax, financial planning, equitable distribution, and insurance purposes. Sale proposals are created to celebrate legacies and to maximize value in global venues. Collection management guidance is provided by offering advice with insurance, conservation, framing, authentication, donation to museums and institutions, inventorying, transportation, and storage. The breadth of our expertise allows us to be a one-stop resource.

Chicago, Illinois

Hindman, an internationally recognized fine art auction house, offers its clients an unyielding focus on service and holistic solutions to connect to the global art market. Hindman conducts over 100 auctions annually in 52 collecting categories such as fine art, jewelry, modern design, books and manuscripts, furniture, native American art, decorative arts, antiquities, couture, and Asian works of art. Founded and headquartered in Chicago, Hindman is now represented in 13 cities in the United States and operates five salerooms, more than any other auction house in the country.• Developed a standalone appraisal department for the firm which produced a new revenue stream• Established operating procedures and created a formal tracking and management pipeline for all current, potential, and pending appraisal projects, which became the standardized tool for the firm nationwide • Responsible for managing large-scale appraisals with cross-functional teams - typically 45-60 projects simultaneously with up to 10 people per project - in coordination with input from appraisers in over 50 collecting categories through our 13 offices nationwide• Completed 200+ appraisal projects in the first year and exceeded revenue goals• Directed and trained a team of three associates for the Appraisals department• Maintained relationships with attorneys, bankers, wealth managers, advisors, museum professionals, private clients, & VIPs• Worked with internal team of specialists and external stakeholders to define project scope• Prepared work specifications, selected staff, and identified/gathered resources for each project• Prioritized and allocated tasks to complete appraisals on time and within budget • Created monthly reports and forecasting updates for Chief Business Development Officer and CEO• Traveled frequently for appraisal projects to oversee the on-site team and to engage with the clients

Chicago, Illinois

• Managed all appraisals conducted out of the Chicago office while also handling consignments• Coordinated with 30+ specialists nationally and managed the scope of projects from start to finish while engaging with estate planning attorneys, bankers, wealth managers, and private clients• Supervised and trained two Account Executives and oversaw workflow to ensure efficient handling of projects• Developed proposals for the sale of large private, institutional, and important collections/estates• Managed significant consignments and guided clients through every step of the auction process• Attended appointments and directed on-site team of specialists while interacting with clients

Chicago, Il

• Managed large consignments of clients' personal property at auction from beginning to end• Created listings and appraisal documents in coordination with 20+ specialists • Oversaw the logistics and inventory of incoming property for auction• Handled all paperwork related to pre- and post-sale administration• Maintained a pipeline of clients and potential opportunities and produced weekly reports• Liaised daily with multiple clients at a time and with internal team • Helped set up Business Development events at the office

Chicago, Il

• Functioned as the main point of contact for the Asian Works of Art department for 200+ clients consigning personal property to 3-4 major auctions per year and managed those clients from the beginning through their final sale

Chicago, Il

Disaster Planning & Response Art Rescue is a firm dedicated in disaster planning and response services for artwork, sculpture, works of art on paper, objects, antiques, and fine furniture.• Performed all of the tasks as in my “Conservation Administrator” position but as part of a firm dedicated to disaster planning and response services for artwork, sculpture, objects, antiques, and fine furniture• Operated in partnership with a network of conservators and a logistics team to provide complete emergency services in response to fires, floods, accidental damage, and other disasters• Dispatched quickly to emergencies to ensure accurate inventory of items, safe evacuation, transportation, and storage, while maintaining security and climate control • Worked in collaboration with insurance firms, claims specialists, disaster response companies, corporate and private collections, museums, galleries, and art dealers• Managed and tracked communication and all parties involved in each claim• Completed detailed conservation proposals within the parameters of the insurance claim• Communicated with insurance professionals and documented and performed all work in accordance with the standards of the AIC code of ethics

Chicago, Il

Bernacki & Associates Inc. is one of Chicago’s most respected conservation and restoration firms specializing in period and contemporary fine furniture, objects, historic millwork and architectural elements. Established 30 years ago, Bernacki & Associates has become renowned both locally and nationwide as a comprehensive conservation and restoration resource. Clients include private collectors, interior designers, architects, museums, auction houses, and insurance claims specialists. • Managed three different lines of business: conservation, disaster response, and custom fabrication• Generated proposals and oversaw each phase of conservation and custom fabrication projects• Worked with conservators to determine necessary conservation treatment and relayed to clients• Completed condition assessments and documentation of all incoming furniture and objects• Attended on-site appointments to meet with clients and discuss the scope of work• Directed vendors’ involvement in projects and tracked deadlines• Consulted with clients, conservators, vendors, designers, upholsterers, museums, galleries, auction houses, architects, and antique shops on a daily basis to discuss ongoing or potential new business• Organized and maintained details of 100+ clients and projects using QuickBooks and Excel • Received deliveries, assisted with pickups, and prepared and released outgoing completed items

Oak Brook, Il

Aerotek is an operating company of Allegis Group® Inc., the largest recruiting and staffing company in the U.S. Aerotek was founded in 1983 to service the recruiting and staffing needs for the aerospace and defense industry. Due to Aerotek’s rapid growth and success, it continued to expand its services to provide recruiting and staffing to many industries focusing on technical, professional, & industrial staffing. • Managed the security clearance process and training certifications for 300+ contractors deploying overseas for national and international clients• Assisted Government Services team in other areas of on-boarding, including medical, dental, online courses, payroll, and scheduling travel• Led conference calls with 15 to 20 contractors at a time to discuss deployment requirements • Updated documents to ensure compliance with Aerotek, clients, and the government• Liaised with corporate, clients, account managers, recruiters, deployment specialists, and contractors daily• Implemented methods to guarantee accurate tracking and success of deployment classes

Nashville, Tn

The Rymer Gallery is one of the largest contemporary galleries in the heart of Nashville's rapidly expanding arts district. The gallery ultimately seeks to continue the legacy endowed by The Betty Rymer Gallery at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago, by supporting the best of what the contemporary art world has to offer.• Assisted with the preparation and installation of exhibitions and events• Interacted with visitors, clients, and artists and provided information about the gallery, Mr. Williams, and his artwork• Corresponded with gallery owners and transported Mr. Williams' artwork to galleries out of state• Maximized the efficiency of the art studio by cleaning, organizing, and preserving the space• Maintained the art supply inventory and anticipated needed resources• Prioritized tasks and contributed to studio/gallery needs for events and everyday functions

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Art History, Minors - Anthropology & Italian

Activities and Societies: Art History Student Organization: Vice-President, Secretary, & Member, 2008-2010; National Society of Collegiate.

Study Abroad, Art History