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Chicago, Il, Us

Chicago, Illinois, United States

-Managed internal sustainability and ESG program planning, strategy, and implementation for all VelocityEHS locations -Led stakeholder, regulatory and industry required ESG and sustainability reporting-Utilized internal and external software to assess ESG KPIs, and identified data improvement strategies-Measured company's first carbon footprint including scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions. Identified data gaps and improvement strategies for more accurate reporting with consultant support-Committed and drafted Science Based Targets (SBTs) according to the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) with consultant support-Identified and acted on emissions reduction strategy and projects to reduce the organization's carbon footprint.-Fostered vendor, consultant, internal and external stakeholder relationships for internal program purposes -Acted as internal ESG point of contact and subject matter expert for internal program-Led and collaborated on internal ESG and sustainability-related employee engagement and training programs

- Managed internal software and developments related to authoring services and operations- Led and trained additional personnel for systems support work- Developed new software processes and increased efficiency of existing processes- Participated in development to improve company product and service offerings- Maintained and developed systems documentation, knowledgebase, and training for systems processes- Oversaw internal support ticketing for addressing issues and suggestions

Chicago, Il

- Managed internal EHS software development related to authoring services as primary focus.- Increased efficiency of existing processes related authoring services software; acting as main point of contact with vendors as needed.- Created and enhanced training and guidance literature for software.- Researched, proposed and implemented new software offerings and products for authoring services- Handled issues, suggestions and technical problems related to authoring services platforms.- Guided, trained, and updated colleagues in function, customization and use of software platforms. -Authored compliant GHS SDS and labels for a global client base, participated in client calls/interactions as necessary-Performed regulatory consulting and special project work as needed.

Chicago, Il

Authored SDS, maintained and updated authoring software in accordance with current regulations related to EH&S.Advised clients on regulatory, classification, dangerous goods and other content questions and needs related to authoring projects.

Chicago, Il

Authored and edited SDS (Safety Data Sheets) for a diverse client base in several countries and industry segments

1400 West Park Street, Urbana, Il

Monitored blood pressures, oxygen saturation levels, and heart rates of cardiac patients of multiple ages and backgrounds. Assisted surgical staff with transport of used surgical supplies as well as clerical needs of the surgery unit. Able to view multiple surgeries in different specialty areas.

Indiana University Bloomington

Formed relationships with local business owners providing the latest in text advertising technology. Represented the student body providing a cost effective means for purchasing goods and merchandise gaining valuable business and social experience.

Geneva, Illinois; Batavia, Ilinois

Instructed all ages on the rules, etiquette, form, and strategies of tennis. Managed, operated, and compiled data from several United States Tennis Association recognized tournaments.

B.S. Biotechnology, Minor In Chemistry, Spanish

Activities and Societies: The Rise Middle Way House, Indiana University Dance Marathon

Spanish Language, Liberal Arts

Activities and Societies: Council on International Educational Exchange, Gastronomy interest groupCompleted 15 credits of fall 2010.