Manage and maintain 18 residential units in Ames.Handle all financial and administrative transactions for the business.

Manage and promote membership programs. Manage annual renewal cycles for all levels of membership. Manage and maintain membership databases and prospect lists.Marketing of CAST publications, membership programs, and award programs through creation of printed materials using Adobe In Design, creating and maintaining the CAST website, and creation/ distribution of press releases and bulk emails using Constant Contact and Meltwater Press.Event planning for the annual board meeting and the Borlaug CAST Communication Award program held annually as a side event to the World Food Prize.Board Support and development.

Assisted marketing and management students in the College of Business with career research, resources, and development of job searching skills. Developed and managed relationships with employers recruiting business students at ISU.Oversaw the planning and execution of the Fall Business/LAS Career Fair.

Started motorcycle dealership from ground up. Sold business in November 2000. Handled all accounting, payroll, and administrative transactions for the business.Sold 55 new and used bikes in 8 month period.

Marketing Specialist, 5/1997 – 12/1997Supported the implementation of marketing strategies for activation, usage, and retention programs targeted at existing Norwest customers.Worked with vendors/consultants to bid/create marketing pieces.Sales Development Trainer, 6/1995 – 5/1997Interviewed and Hired Telephone Sales Representatives.Designed & delivered new hire sales training and refreshers. Over 250 hours in classroom.Monitored & coached sales reps to assess sales training needs and improve sales skills and productivity.Human Resources Administrator, 6/1994 – 6/1995 Acted as internal consultant/liaison for HR Department on all benefits, COBRA, FMLA, ADA, 401k, pension administration issues, short term disability, and worker’s comp case management. Designed HR Manuals, Standard Operating Procedures, and communications relating to benefits and employment policies.Coordinated HR activities and ensured successful transitions for the employees in stock/asset acquisitions.Coordinated Annual Enrollment for over 9,000 employees.Benefits Supervisor/HR Generalist, 7/1993 – 6/1994 Supervised 6 Benefits Representatives and 3 HR Support/File Management staff.All benefits related activities mentioned in above position.Coached and trained management on the Hiring Process and HR Policies/Practices.Training Representative, 7/1991 – 7/1993 Designed and delivered training courses under the Professional Development curriculum for Norwest Card Services and Norwest Mortgage. Over 500 hours in classroom presentation/facilitation.Benefits Representative, 4/1989 – 7/1991 Acted as contact for employees on all benefits, HRIS, and payroll related matters.