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Transitioned into a full-time marketing and communications role within the Office of Personal & Career Development (OPCD) to focus on digital engagement and branding.Social Media: Developed and implemented strategies to increase engagement and expand OPCD’s presence across platforms.Omni-Channel Strategy: Created cohesive campaigns to promote career events, resources, and services through digital, print, and in-person channels.Website: Led a website update, improving functionality and visibility for events and resources with input from stakeholders and a freelance WordPress expert.Email Communication: Managed email newsletters for students, colleagues, and employers to support engagement and information sharing.Intern Program: Designed and managed intern programs, mentoring marketing interns to support social media and promotional efforts, and freelance photography interns to capture and document events.

Lateral career shift to a operations and marketing/communications role within Employer Relations

Led a team of five responsible for fostering relationships with employers to connect them with student talent. Oversaw the planning and execution of employer engagement activities, including career fairs, on-campus recruiting, and networking events. Managed employer outreach efforts, ensuring a high level of service and alignment with university goals. Guided the team in coordinating logistics, providing hospitality for recruiters, and supporting students' access to career opportunities.

Facilitated employer recruiting efforts by managing campus recruitment programs, events, and logistics. Collaborated with employers to connect them with top student talent through career fairs, on-campus interviews, and networking opportunities. Ensured a seamless experience for both employers and students by providing exceptional service and support.

Coordinated employer recruitment activities, including scheduling on-campus interviews, managing event logistics, and maintaining the recruiting system. Supported employers and students by ensuring a seamless process for job postings, career fairs, and networking events. Provided excellent customer service to recruiters and acted as a liaison between employers and the university career center.

Co-owner of Ed Simmons Photography, a husband-and-wife team dedicated to capturing life's moments through the lens. Specializing in aerial, commercial, headshots, portraits, and special event photography, we aim to preserve memories with authenticity and artistry

While working full-time, provided in-home care for my mother (2007–2019), managing daily tasks, finances, and healthcare, including appointments, prescriptions, and provider communication, ensuring her well-being.

In the late 1990s, co-owned Ed’s Corvette, an early e-commerce venture specializing in selling Corvette car parts globally. As one of eBay's first 1,000 users, utilized emerging online marketplaces to reach a worldwide customer base, facilitating international sales of automotive components.

Managed employee benefit trust accounts, ensuring compliance with federal regulations. Responsibilities included investing contributions, providing clients with plan overviews, coordinating benefit distributions, and handling plan terminations. Maintained detailed plan records and collaborated with internal departments to address client requests, ensuring seamless service delivery.

Navigational Aids Technician: Maintained and repaired Instrument Landing Systems (ILS), including localizers and glide slopes, as well as Tactical Air Navigation (TACAN) systems, to ensure precise aircraft navigation. Conducted regular inspections, preventive maintenance, and system alignments to uphold optimal performance.Manning Control/Outbound Assignments: Managed transitions for personnel assigned to new duty stations, ensuring all necessary clearances and documentation were completed. Coordinated Permanent Change of Station (PCS) moves, facilitating smooth transitions for service members and their families.