I'm in the promotions and branding business. Every business on IndianaOwned.com falls into one of two categories. They are either an “Original,” meaning the company is Indiana-owned and operated, headquartered here, and not part of an out-of-state chain, or they are a “Franchise Friend,” meaning the franchise is Indiana-owned and operated, the owner lives here in Indiana, and is engaged in our community. Our members are business owners who want you to know they live here, work here, and play… Show more I'm in the promotions and branding business. Every business on IndianaOwned.com falls into one of two categories. They are either an “Original,” meaning the company is Indiana-owned and operated, headquartered here, and not part of an out-of-state chain, or they are a “Franchise Friend,” meaning the franchise is Indiana-owned and operated, the owner lives here in Indiana, and is engaged in our community. Our members are business owners who want you to know they live here, work here, and play here. They are the business owners donating food to shelters, sponsoring the little league teams, and employing hundreds of thousands of people in our state.When you see the Indiana Owned badge, you know you are supporting a local business. Each member can use the Indiana Owned branding to share their local story, gain access to exclusive promotional opportunities, and work with Indiana Owned partners in advertising and media.Learn more at IndianaOwned.com. Show less

Indiana Gifts is an online-only retail store exclusively selling products made by Indiana companies. It's a way for us to support fellow Hoosier business owners and continue our mission to create healthier, stronger communities and more jobs in Indiana.Shop now at shopindianagifts.com.

Responsible for the management and strategic vision and execution of the largest profile, highest grossing fundraiser for The Salvation Army Indiana Division (outside of bell ringing). 2022's event raised a record-breaking $436,000+ dollars.

• Frequently act as representative of the brand and cause, appearing for the stations/company at public events, media interviews, company meetings, and at local functions • Morning and afternoon drive personality, traffic reporter, and producer• Build relationships with listeners and clients to further the goals of the radio station’s programming, sales, and promotions departments• Create and develop promotions and sales proposals to build brand awareness for station and advertisers… Show more • Frequently act as representative of the brand and cause, appearing for the stations/company at public events, media interviews, company meetings, and at local functions • Morning and afternoon drive personality, traffic reporter, and producer• Build relationships with listeners and clients to further the goals of the radio station’s programming, sales, and promotions departments• Create and develop promotions and sales proposals to build brand awareness for station and advertisers while contributing to the development and use of advertising and public relations strategies• Identified potential public relations problems worked closely with supervisors to address those issues • Coordinated events and special projects • Produce and direct radio and audio-visual productions and developed scripts Show less

• Responsible for the management and development of transformational gifts made by corporations or individuals.• Supervises corporate development and individual giving as well as team members focusing on promotions, volunteer recruitment and coordination, and the annual bell ringing campaign• Researched, developed, and manages the William Booth Society, a giving club designed for donors of $5,000 or more

• Lead people and businesses toward opportunities to donate time, talent, and treasure through the Salvation Army's programs and services.• Surpassed Radiothon goal of $150,000 by $46,000 (2012)• Increased corporate giving by 421% in first 12 months of employment

Using more than seven years of experience in radio and television, Mel is telling the stories of the women and children in Indianapolis receiving shelter and supportive services from the Salvation Army. “My main goal as spokesperson of the Homelessness Bites campaign is awareness,” says Mel. “—Awareness that the Salvation Army is helping your neighbor today and could be helping you tomorrow.”

Traffic Reporter/Personality, Traffic.com (Emmis Communications and Fox 59)Report informative, accurate, and compelling traffic information on multiple stations, including radio (WYXB, WLHK, WIBC, and WNOU) and television (Fox 59 Morning News, interim traffic reporter Feb 2007—April 2007).Gather, write, and publicize traffic information to clients and users of various Traffic.com resources using scanners, cameras, phone calls, and local authoritiesAssist in content gathering… Show more Traffic Reporter/Personality, Traffic.com (Emmis Communications and Fox 59)Report informative, accurate, and compelling traffic information on multiple stations, including radio (WYXB, WLHK, WIBC, and WNOU) and television (Fox 59 Morning News, interim traffic reporter Feb 2007—April 2007).Gather, write, and publicize traffic information to clients and users of various Traffic.com resources using scanners, cameras, phone calls, and local authoritiesAssist in content gathering capacities for appropriate Traffic.com news partners Show less

Host of “Man on the Street,” voice of the “Holla Back Line,” substitute host for “Mornings on IMC,” “The Rock Block,” “Instant Access,” and “Hip Hop Rhythm and Vibes,” host of the New Music Spotlight (August 2004-December 2004), assist with selection and suggestions of videos, prepare show prep, write scripts, create appealing and compelling programming, voted “Favorite IMC Personality for the “2004 Viewer’s Choice Awardless Awards Show”

Assistant to Program Director and Music Director, WTTS-FMLiaison for client and industry representatives, facilitate phone calls from record/industry reps, manage extensive music catalogue, research market sales and airplay, manage request/contest line, coordinate accommodations for studio visits/performances, coordinate communication with promotions staff.Board Operator WTTS/WGCL, Commercial Production WTTS-FM/WGCL-AMUtilize Audio Vault and Cool Edit Pro/Adobe Audition software for… Show more Assistant to Program Director and Music Director, WTTS-FMLiaison for client and industry representatives, facilitate phone calls from record/industry reps, manage extensive music catalogue, research market sales and airplay, manage request/contest line, coordinate accommodations for studio visits/performances, coordinate communication with promotions staff.Board Operator WTTS/WGCL, Commercial Production WTTS-FM/WGCL-AMUtilize Audio Vault and Cool Edit Pro/Adobe Audition software for broadcastOperate and monitor control board and associated equipment for live, voice tracked, and network programs, voice and produce WGCL weather programming, prepare content for the WTTS Morning Show, prepare audio actualities for morning show segments, maintain commercial and transmitter logs, screen and edit call-ins and traffic reportsVoice and assist in production of radio commercials for WTTS, WGCL, and other market radio stations Show less