Merideth Bond, M.Ed. Email & Phone Number

Detroit, Mi, Us

Troy, Michigan, United States

• Develop HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the overall business operations objectives.• Provide overall leadership and guidance to the HR function by overseeing talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training, leadership development, compensation, and benefits globally. • Conduct follow-up studies of all completed training to evaluate and measure results. • Modify learning and training programs as needed.• Develop training… Show more • Develop HR plans and strategies to support the achievement of the overall business operations objectives.• Provide overall leadership and guidance to the HR function by overseeing talent acquisition, career development, succession planning, retention, training, leadership development, compensation, and benefits globally. • Conduct follow-up studies of all completed training to evaluate and measure results. • Modify learning and training programs as needed.• Develop training materials for areas of need.• Create and implement programs that connect employees with business goals. • Create effective and strategic planning methods. • Develop methods of measuring performance.• Implement methods of training for areas of need.• Create definitions of desired individual or group performance.• Develop and implement clear career succession path through education for each operational role.• Design and implement programs focused on energy and culture. Show less

Detroit, Michigan

As a Financial Aid Officer (FAO), I am responsible for assessing financial needs of students (first-generation, DACA, adult learners, transfer, etc.) and advising students and parents regarding financial aid options, processes, and requirements. I continually research, analyze, and recall federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies to ensure accurate packages and communication of information. Further, I evaluate student academic progress and academic progress appeals. I collaborate… Show more As a Financial Aid Officer (FAO), I am responsible for assessing financial needs of students (first-generation, DACA, adult learners, transfer, etc.) and advising students and parents regarding financial aid options, processes, and requirements. I continually research, analyze, and recall federal, state, and institutional financial aid policies to ensure accurate packages and communication of information. Further, I evaluate student academic progress and academic progress appeals. I collaborate with a team of 9 to support the success of approximately 27,000 studentsAdditionally, I am the financial aid liaison for the WSU Center for Latino/a/x American Studies, Eugene Applebaum Pharmacy and Health Sciences College, and dependency override appeals. This means I work closely with the advisors and students of those programs to discuss, assist, and support their financial aid needs. This often involves presentations, student appointments, and additional outreach events or workshops. I have developed, designed, and delivered over 40 different financial aid/literacy/support presentations and workshops to potential and current students every year.Over the past 2 years, I have mentored and assisted in training 5 new hires. Currently, all 5 hires I have assisted with have remained employed with WSU, so I contribute to successful employee retention. Through being a dependable and helpful FAO over the past 3 years, my management team trusts and relies on my feedback, opinions, and ideas. This leads to collaboration on various projects. During my M.Ed. program, I created financial aid resources for our Student Service Center representatives. This was my capstone project of my program, but I utilized my resources, management, and colleagues to develop resources that are beneficial to our division of the Academic Student Affairs and Global Engagement. These resources can be accessed in my ePortfolio. Show less

Memphis High School

I served with the MSU College Advising Corps, but was placed directly at Memphis High School to advise 70 seniors and 80 juniors on their post-secondary plans. I hosted daily one-on-one advising meetings to discuss and complete college applications, admissions essays, financial aid, scholarships, SAT prep, and career cruising activities with students. I developed and executed parent workshops, including the first Financial Aid night with 17% of the senior class completing their FAFSA at the… Show more I served with the MSU College Advising Corps, but was placed directly at Memphis High School to advise 70 seniors and 80 juniors on their post-secondary plans. I hosted daily one-on-one advising meetings to discuss and complete college applications, admissions essays, financial aid, scholarships, SAT prep, and career cruising activities with students. I developed and executed parent workshops, including the first Financial Aid night with 17% of the senior class completing their FAFSA at the event. I planned and facilitated more than eight grade-specific class workshops embedded in the English curriculum throughout the academic year for grades 9-12 relating to college preparation. To accomplish reaching and encouraging all students to secure their postsecondary plans, I managed a budget for $1,000 to incentivize students to participate in competitions to increase school-wide performance goals, including FAFSA completion, college enrollment, and other education-access initiatives. I coordinated 3 on-site admissions, 2 college campus tours, and 9 admission representative meetings for students in grades 8-12. I tracked the impact of outreach initiatives and progress in meeting key performance indicators through data collection using Google Sheets and GRACE data collector.Throughout my service, I attended and represented MSUCAC in national and state-wide conferences regarding effective strategies in advising students and maintaining up to date on educational initiatives and legislation. I participated in nationwide and statewide community service projects in partnership with AmeriCorps members on public service days. Show less

Fort Gratiot Township, Michigan

After working as a part-time keyholder at Campus Den for 4 months, I was promoted to full-time Store Manager of the Fort Gratiot Township store. As a store manager I have interviewed, hired, and trained 3 new staff members- 2 of whom attend high school, and this is their first job. Through positive reinforcement I have successfully led my team to meet and exceed our weekly projected sales goals for the past several weeks. I am responsible for implementing new promotions and policies which… Show more After working as a part-time keyholder at Campus Den for 4 months, I was promoted to full-time Store Manager of the Fort Gratiot Township store. As a store manager I have interviewed, hired, and trained 3 new staff members- 2 of whom attend high school, and this is their first job. Through positive reinforcement I have successfully led my team to meet and exceed our weekly projected sales goals for the past several weeks. I am responsible for implementing new promotions and policies which corporate devises and I have freedom to develop my own policies. For example, I implemented an employee-of-the-month program to motivate my team and I created a daily cleaning list to ensure my store stays clean and efficient. Show less

Fort Gratiot Township, Michigan

As a keyholder I work toward maximizing sales through providing an exceptional shopping experience for the customer and cultivate relationships with customers to maintain customer loyalty. Through my work ethic and leadership I have successfully helped my store surpass our projected sales plan by 20%. I am responsible for opening/closing the store while ensuring that proper store procedures and policies are followed, auditing sales receipts and daily activity reports, and leading 4 sales… Show more As a keyholder I work toward maximizing sales through providing an exceptional shopping experience for the customer and cultivate relationships with customers to maintain customer loyalty. Through my work ethic and leadership I have successfully helped my store surpass our projected sales plan by 20%. I am responsible for opening/closing the store while ensuring that proper store procedures and policies are followed, auditing sales receipts and daily activity reports, and leading 4 sales associates and training new hires. Show less

Lansing, Michigan Area

As a Policy Intern I was responsible for researching and summarizing policy proposals and bills for the Policy Director, focusing on energy policy in the Midwest. I attended and reported highlights from weekly House Energy Committee meetings. I organized, setup, and attended mixers ranging from 20-55 attendees. These events included a legislative mixer concerning residential ratepayers, policy picnics for MEC, and town hall forums discussing a drinking water toolkit. I developed a drinking… Show more As a Policy Intern I was responsible for researching and summarizing policy proposals and bills for the Policy Director, focusing on energy policy in the Midwest. I attended and reported highlights from weekly House Energy Committee meetings. I organized, setup, and attended mixers ranging from 20-55 attendees. These events included a legislative mixer concerning residential ratepayers, policy picnics for MEC, and town hall forums discussing a drinking water toolkit. I developed a drinking water toolkit to educate the public on the safety of their drinking water with a graduate fellow. The toolkit can be found here: https://www.midrinkingwater.org/I created and presented graphic handouts of data to heads of policy departments at MEC as well as members of the Residential Ratepayer Protection Coalition. Represented MEC at conferences hosted by the Energy Foundation. Show less

East Lansing, Michigan

As a supervisor I was responsible for organizing and overseeing 25-30 employees per shift. I mentored and trained new employees, enforced policies, and upheld a clean and efficient cafeteria. An average 4 hour meal period serves 2,000 customers, making the environment fast-paced and requiring teamwork to be successful. Strong communication and a positive attitude help me lead, manage, and motivate student employees.

Chiang Mai, Thailand

During my study abroad, I conducted research in Thailand's national parks: Doi Inthanon, Doi Suthep-Pui, and Mae Wong. I collected measurements of newly planted trees to discover their ability to foster forest restoration. I also spearheaded coding and cataloging the collected data.Educational programs were another part of my internship. Teaching classes about tree nursery case and guided hikes allowed children to interact and be enlightened with nature. I also created educational… Show more During my study abroad, I conducted research in Thailand's national parks: Doi Inthanon, Doi Suthep-Pui, and Mae Wong. I collected measurements of newly planted trees to discover their ability to foster forest restoration. I also spearheaded coding and cataloging the collected data.Educational programs were another part of my internship. Teaching classes about tree nursery case and guided hikes allowed children to interact and be enlightened with nature. I also created educational pamphlets and edited short books for the children. I was responsible for social media outreach on Facebook and Instagram. Through use of these sites, I promoted our planting events and updated our followers on our restoration projects. The biggest Planting Day included 800 volunteers planting 3,000 trees. Show less

Ellenton, Florida

I was accountable for becoming an expert on all products in order to communicate and guide customers to the products which work best for their training needs. This was a fast paced environment involving constant one-on-one contact with customers through greeting, helping them with any questions, and completing the sale.I joined Under Armour when I lived with my parents during a summer semester break. This was a difficult period for the company as it was undergoing management changes… Show more I was accountable for becoming an expert on all products in order to communicate and guide customers to the products which work best for their training needs. This was a fast paced environment involving constant one-on-one contact with customers through greeting, helping them with any questions, and completing the sale.I joined Under Armour when I lived with my parents during a summer semester break. This was a difficult period for the company as it was undergoing management changes, opening up another store in a neighboring city, and frequent summer blow-out sales as well as back-to-school sales.Successes included increasing projected sales by 12%, initiating an incentive reward for the associate with the highest sales. Show less

During my freshman year at MSU, I had the pleasure of interning for the Undergraduate Student Government, ASMSU. As an intern, I rotated around the office, getting a couple months to work closely with different department leads and directors. I assisted department leads with research related to off-campus housing availability and scholarship funding to improve campus climate and help students gain resources. I also attended general assembly meetings to connect with the student body… Show more During my freshman year at MSU, I had the pleasure of interning for the Undergraduate Student Government, ASMSU. As an intern, I rotated around the office, getting a couple months to work closely with different department leads and directors. I assisted department leads with research related to off-campus housing availability and scholarship funding to improve campus climate and help students gain resources. I also attended general assembly meetings to connect with the student body. I organized events such as Spartan Remix, Multicultural and Diversity Inclusion Celebration, and 5k Color Run. With these events I registered and organized several hundred people, I was involved in contacting distributors and collecting funding, and ensuring the event ran smoothly.I also often worked at the front desk which answered and transferred phone calls of students, directed and assisted walk-in students who were interested in the services ASMSU provides: free blue books, interest free loans, free legal counselling, free Red Cedar Log Yearbooks, and free newspapers. Show less

Master Of Education - Med, Educational/Instructional Technology, 4.0

Rigorously studied the design, development, implementation, evaluation, and management of learning and performance processes and resources.

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Social Relations & Policy

Activities and Societies: Study aboard to Chiang Mai, Thailand in Summer of 2016 Double major in Social Relations & Policy and Political.