Linda L. Pilcher Email & Phone Number

Remote

TMCF provides students with financial assistance to pursue higher education, who attend HBCU. My position assists the scholarship managers and the V.P. of the scholarship team as we help students obtain their dream.

Midway, Kentucky

• Courses taught include Principles of Marketing, Principles of Management, Global Business, Fundamentals of Ethical Leadership, Independent Studies, and Internship. • Teaching in both in-seat and online format.• Designed exams, lecture material, and writing assignments.• Created lesson plans, syllabi, and test schedules for courses.• Tutored and coached students to help achieve personal and academic goals.• Implemented different teaching styles to meet the needs of diverse… Show more • Courses taught include Principles of Marketing, Principles of Management, Global Business, Fundamentals of Ethical Leadership, Independent Studies, and Internship. • Teaching in both in-seat and online format.• Designed exams, lecture material, and writing assignments.• Created lesson plans, syllabi, and test schedules for courses.• Tutored and coached students to help achieve personal and academic goals.• Implemented different teaching styles to meet the needs of diverse student populations.• Completed recordings via video and audio media of classroom lessons, tests, and special instructions for online courses and use by special needs students.• Coordinated development of effective education programs through successful collaboration with colleagues and administrators. Show less

Midway, Kentucky

• Academic Advisor for undergraduate business students.• Tracked expenses and documented records using Colleague Created and maintained spreadsheets and developed administrative reports, including enrollment, faculty workload, course rotation, and management of course schedules.• Guided administrative and professional staff through computer and software problems.• Supported work for the Deans, five Chairs, twenty full-time faculty, and 90 adjunct professors, by coordinating… Show more • Academic Advisor for undergraduate business students.• Tracked expenses and documented records using Colleague Created and maintained spreadsheets and developed administrative reports, including enrollment, faculty workload, course rotation, and management of course schedules.• Guided administrative and professional staff through computer and software problems.• Supported work for the Deans, five Chairs, twenty full-time faculty, and 90 adjunct professors, by coordinating resources, documents, and staff to meet challenging deadlines. Also, by providing reports and instruction.• Controlled and managed document processes by reviewing files, records, and critical information to confirm the accuracy and comply with university and accreditation policies and procedures.• Worked with students daily to help find solutions to problems.• Interviewed and processed new hire adjuncts, completed onboarding, orientation, and ongoing training. Assigning faculty to classes.• Entered all new hires into the payroll system, informing Payroll of the time frame and amount of pay. Other financial tasks included stipends for adjuncts, overload payments for full-time faculty, and any other special contracts. Show less

Lexington, Kentucky Area

• Prepared tax return documents for clients. Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state, and federal government authorities.• Conducted research and compiled backup documentation.• Developed financial reports using bank statements and created personal balance sheets and net worth statements.• Assessed various angles of tax situations to maximize tax benefits.• Counseled clients on tax planning aspects by explaining laws regarding areas such as estate tax and gift… Show more • Prepared tax return documents for clients. Finalized and processed paperwork with local, state, and federal government authorities.• Conducted research and compiled backup documentation.• Developed financial reports using bank statements and created personal balance sheets and net worth statements.• Assessed various angles of tax situations to maximize tax benefits.• Counseled clients on tax planning aspects by explaining laws regarding areas such as estate tax and gift tax.• Responsible for building my business and finding clients. Specialized in small business taxes.• Liaised between clients and tax authorities such as IRS representatives.• Applied federal and state government regulations to prepare accurate and compliant tax returns for clients. Show less

As a Consultant I provide advice and plans of action in a range of key areas of customs compliance; designing services for import-export management programs, assisting businesses in management of complex compliance and customs matters and streamlining their operations and expenses. Monitoring and reducing expenses associated with importing-exporting and development of a formal written compliance programs. Over 15 years of experience developing and implementing international trade… Show more As a Consultant I provide advice and plans of action in a range of key areas of customs compliance; designing services for import-export management programs, assisting businesses in management of complex compliance and customs matters and streamlining their operations and expenses. Monitoring and reducing expenses associated with importing-exporting and development of a formal written compliance programs. Over 15 years of experience developing and implementing international trade programs.Comprehensive experience in classification using HTS, for commodities including chemicals, electronics, textiles and machinery, daily interaction with Customs and Brokers. Services also include, binding rulings, duty savings, classification reviews, products/parts database, and interpretation of the rules & regulations.Sourcing, Purchasing and Contract Negotiations: Entry and post entry, process flow from PO to post-entry, terms of sale, INCOTERMS, and government regulation, e.g. FDA, FCC, EPA, etc. Experienced with sourcing foreign vendors; samples, purchasing, clearance issues, and shipping. Perform pricing and service negotiations with customs brokers and freight forwarders. Compliance Program Development and Management: Assessments & implementation, import-export customs compliance programs; including self-assessments, training, development of manuals and evaluation systems. Customs Trade Partnership against Terrorism (C-TPAT) and Supply Chain Security; including; inspections, evaluations and certification preparation and submission, annual reviews, audits of supply chain security and training programs.Other consulting areas include; valuation, assist, reconciliation, penalties, liquidation, marking, anti-dumping & countervailing duty, best practices, duty drawback, NAFTA, recordkeeping requirements, broker invoices, trade program management, reduce freight costs, risk analysis, reasonable care, country of origin and internal controls. Show less

East Flat Rock, North Carolina

• Responsible for all office functions, including payroll, human resources, bookkeeping, taxes, purchasing, job costing, scheduling of jobs, marketing, and finance.• Completed process for setting up a business as a veteran-owned for work with the federal government and the military.• Enhanced operational performance by developing practical business development strategies, systems, and procedures.• Managed operations, including hiring, coaching, and mentoring.• Encouraged… Show more • Responsible for all office functions, including payroll, human resources, bookkeeping, taxes, purchasing, job costing, scheduling of jobs, marketing, and finance.• Completed process for setting up a business as a veteran-owned for work with the federal government and the military.• Enhanced operational performance by developing practical business development strategies, systems, and procedures.• Managed operations, including hiring, coaching, and mentoring.• Encouraged, trained, and disciplined employees to maximize performance.• Formalized operational systems and procedures by developing and introducing employee handbooks, detailed job descriptions, and work-flow plans.• Empowered staff members to contribute to continuous improvement, quality, and growth of the company. • Established clear performance goals and metrics for revenue, P&L, customer service, and customer retention.• Strategized long-term business needs.• Monitored supplier operations to verify quality, delivery schedule, and conformance to contract specifications.• Designed sales and service strategies to improve revenue and retention.• Analyzed product costs and schedules to drive business decisions.• Built and maintained loyal, long-term customer relationships through effective account management.• Diminished financial discrepancies, monitored quotes, production and material planning, and bank reconciliations.• Consistently complied with company policies and government regulations.• Set up business as a veteran-owned for work with the federal government and the military. Prepared all paperwork for the owner to work in Afghanistan in 2010. Show less

Responsible for the national product line, working with the sales team and the new product design team to develop products. Also responsible for clients, tracking program progress, and monitoring U.S. laws and regulations regarding import products. Daily contact via phone and email with China and India working with the vendors to produce the products. Responsible for contract negotiations with U.S. Customs, Customs Broker, and Freight Forwarders, maintaining working relationships, monitoring… Show more Responsible for the national product line, working with the sales team and the new product design team to develop products. Also responsible for clients, tracking program progress, and monitoring U.S. laws and regulations regarding import products. Daily contact via phone and email with China and India working with the vendors to produce the products. Responsible for contract negotiations with U.S. Customs, Customs Broker, and Freight Forwarders, maintaining working relationships, monitoring and problem-solving daily issues with transportation and Customs entry. Monitoring budget regarding international transportation. Worked with Home Shopping Network and Mom and Pop home good stores nationwide daily. Classification on a daily basis of import products for multiple accounts, including HSN, Things Remembered, and Cracker Barrel. Monitored freight from origin to destination, purchasing, sourcing, tracked cargo (air or sea), monitored ABI entries, and ACH statements, generated reports, prepared landed cost analysis for each item; maintained and distributed monthly classification products lists to the client and the Customs Broker. Processed samples daily for quality and design specifications and worked with foreign vendors on issues. Monitored and provided guidance and resources on import compliance. Conducted inspections and filing for C-TPAT Certification which was approved and developed C-TPAT assessment manuals and training material. Negotiated, researched, and interviewed Customs Brokers and Freight Forwarders to establish new contracts. Show less

Fort Myers, Florida, United States

• Developed a streamlined task system to provide more effective workflows for both peers and management staff.• Completed quality assurance reviews to assess the accuracy of data and validate results.• Assessed program risks by reviewing plans and analyzing available data.• Evaluated performance benchmarks and established review metrics for future tracking.• Performed in-depth analysis to help solve diverse problems with program implementation and operations.• Mitigated… Show more • Developed a streamlined task system to provide more effective workflows for both peers and management staff.• Completed quality assurance reviews to assess the accuracy of data and validate results.• Assessed program risks by reviewing plans and analyzing available data.• Evaluated performance benchmarks and established review metrics for future tracking.• Performed in-depth analysis to help solve diverse problems with program implementation and operations.• Mitigated risks by leading and conducting self-assessments using Customs focused assessment guides. • Troubleshot and resolved problems with programs and systems.• Led the acquisition process, including valuation, due diligence, and contracting.• Calculated duty and tariff payments owed on each shipment based on standard tables and legal requirements.• Monitored shipments and obtained clearance from customs and other agencies.• Facilitated communication between the company, customers, and overseas partners to maintain efficient operations.• Worked closely with team members to deliver project requirements, develop solutions, and meet deadlines.• Managed the complete import process for an average yearly budget of $126 million for Iomega Corporation, including reconciliation and valuation with US Customs. • Part of a team for C-TPAT moving in and out of new businesses purchased by General Electric to ensure C-TPAT compliance and certification. Show less

During my tenure, the Board campaigned and conducted fundraising events, to build a $50 million dollar recreational area for the Big’s and their Little’s. The fundraising was successful. Also served as a mentor to a child, as well a mother in a prototype program. The responsibilities of board members include:Setting the policy for the organization by, creating or updating the mission and vision statements, determining the organization’s programs and services, and approving… Show more During my tenure, the Board campaigned and conducted fundraising events, to build a $50 million dollar recreational area for the Big’s and their Little’s. The fundraising was successful. Also served as a mentor to a child, as well a mother in a prototype program. The responsibilities of board members include:Setting the policy for the organization by, creating or updating the mission and vision statements, determining the organization’s programs and services, and approving the strategic plan.Monitoring the organization’s operations by, hiring and periodically evaluating the organization’s Executive Director, working with and providing support to the Director, approving the annual budget, annual report, etc., approving major contracts and grants, soliciting and reviewing program evaluations.Serving as a public figure for the organization by, fundraising, by directly donating to the non-profit and soliciting donations from others, and advocating for the organization. Show less

Newport News, Virginia, United States

Provided departmental leadership for the restructuring of the academic programs to meet the technological demands of distance education

Responsible for 2,168 spaces and occupancy management. Served as Local Area Network Administrator for department, including all computer related tasks

Master Of Business Administration - Mba, Business Adminsitration And Leadership

Graduated August 2017

Master Of Business Administration - Mba - Concentration In Leadership

Degree Awarded August 12, 2017

Ba Independent Study, Business/Psychology

Degree