Mike Kolker Email & Phone Number

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Omaha, Nebraska, United States

Greater Omaha Area

Simplify resolves the complexity of figuring out how to make your special event flow. Music, lights, announcements, and other important details have never been so easy! Compliment your event with the best.Keeping this small business running requires me to...- Provide professional entertainment direction (emcee, host, DJ) and audio/visual services at events- Execute all small business operations (sales, financials, scheduling, referrals, etc.)- Maintain and update all professional audio and visual equipment, music and playlist management- Meet with clients using repeatable processes to maximize quality and individualization

Kiewit Technology Group

My role as a Communication Specialist in the Kiewit Technology Group consists of several different responsibilities. Some of the things I work on include:- Collaborating with an Agile stable team on training documents and quick guides- Conceptualizing and building internal branding for the adoption of process changes and new software- Developing impactful and engaging change management elements to create excitement and achieve buy-in- Concepting, constructing and sharing captivating visuals, infographics, logos, presentations, videos, etc.- Learning from and assisting with video, audio and live streaming of company events- Creating posters, flyers and table tents to promote events, initiatives, and volunteer opportunities

Greater Omaha Area

I work in many areas of the warehouse throughout the day. I strive to be efficient, accurate and productive in all of the areas I am called to serve in. As a Merchandiser on the sales floor you will find me...- Working hard to uphold “The 6 Rights of Merchandising”- Stocking and straightening merchandise for sale in the warehouse- Clearing and cleaning aisles, rotating dated foods and properly disposing of damaged/spoiled merchandise- Assisting teammates and members as neededWhen I am on the Front End working as a Cashier or an Assistant I will be...- Processing members’ orders and collecting payment while providing a high level of member service- Packing members’ orders into boxes and transferring items to a separate cart for Cashiers.- Performing cleanup, cart retrieval, merchandise restocking and runs for items as directedWhen I am working as a Front End Supervisor I am responsible for...- Completing all opening/closing procedures- Training, encouraging, coaching and educating employees/members accordingly- Listening to and addressing all member/employee complaints and concerns- Enforcing company policy and procedures- Managing employee breaks, lunches and work assignments- Handling cash tills, loans, refunds and system overrides at the registers- Distributing high end merchandise from the locked merchandise pick-up unit - Ensuring the front end wait time is short and lines are moving quickly- Keeping the front end neat and hazard free- Entering price changes into the system and working with the help desk on items not scanning properly- Logging and properly destroying damaged or spoiled merchandise- Performing refund audits and door audits throughout the day- Ensuring the parking lot is clean and safe and that carts are stocked and/or located in the designated areas- Executing all other special tasks and taking care of requests from upper level management

Greater Omaha Area

I'm a trained ADL facilitator. When I am assigned to lead a workshop these are the things I do...- Facilitate discussion and activities for all age groups- Educate participants on issues related to diversity, anti-bias, anti-bullying, etc.- Communicate tailored content and help convey the meaning of it to a very specific audience- Answer questions and address concerns before, during and after workshops- Encourage participants to share, implement and expand on the content that is discussed

Greater Omaha Area

NOTE: Audioscenery has expanded and been rebranded. The services once offered through this moniker are now part of Simplify (please see above).

Greater Omaha Area

Long story short, this role was all about meeting new people, telling stories, and connecting the dots.Here are some of the more specific tasks and projects I worked on when I held this role at AIM...- Created and maintained strategic business relationships- Collaboratively set up mutually beneficial business partnerships- Shared the story and mission of AIM with the community- Generated leads, affiliate agreements, and ambassador relationships- Presented information about the wide range of products and services AIM offers- Represented AIM in the tech and start-up communities and at applicable local community events- Participated in local employment related activities on behalf of AIM Careerlink- Promoted activities for youth and professional development opportunities for tech professionals

19Th & Harney - Omaha, Ne

As part of the marketing team at AIM here is what was on my "to do" list...- Conceptualize creative ideas for sales, marketing and events- Execute strategic marketing campaigns- Write compelling content- Design print and digital media- Promote small and large recurring and annual events- Collaborate with external agencies and consultants- Integrate new branding elements- Educate staff on brand standards

After working in a community college I made my way over to a private university. The knowledge I gained in my previous position set me up well to be an effective part of the Community College Partnerships team. At Bellevue University I did the following things...- Assisted with business development activity- Supported the creation of partnerships- Established and maintained internal, external, local and regional relationships- Developed leads through effective marketing, consultative sales and research - Represented and exhibit at school visits, trade shows, conferences and events- Delivered dynamic presentations at current or prospective partnership schools- Communicated partnership and internal updates to the team quickly and concisely- Participated in goal setting, marketing plan development and strategic planning

MCC was my first position in higher education. With a degree in Graphic Design, I had a lot to learn, but it was interesting and the position allowed me to use some of my other skills - primarily - my gift of gab. During my time at MCC I learned how to...- Supervise, train, coach and assist recruitment team and Student Ambassadors- Provide leadership, support and direction on recruitment activities and projects- Manage event scheduling and staffing for events- Support college-wide enrollment and retention initiatives- Conduct regular meetings with staff to discuss important objectives and initiatives- Build and maintain strategic relationships- Collaborate with diverse groups and organizations to recruit prospective students- Oversee campus visit processes (individual and group tours)- Enhance the perception and awareness of the programs and services MCC offers- Select unique and cost effective promotional products for distribution- Collaborate with marketing, IT and others to conceptualize print and digital media- Assist with the development of unique communication tracks designed to recruit

In my Art History classes in college I learned that many of my favorite artists spent time working in sign shops. I'm glad I pursued this opportunity because the work done here was unlike anything I had ever done. My days were spent...- Designing scaled sales and production layouts for custom signs, letters, etc.- Calculating and communicating detailed specifications related to the projects- Assisting with the completion and installation of signs with strict deadlines - Creating, fabricating, installing and removing vinyl graphics on several diverse surfaces

My first gig in the "real world" ended up being one of the most interesting jobs I've ever had. During my time at the costume company I did the following...- Designed 2-D scaled conceptual illustrations of air-inflated costumes and mascots- Prepared final drawings for use during sales and production processes - Calculated and communicated detailed specifications related to the costumes - Collaborated with sales staff to insure accuracy of all design elements- Created 3-D scaled clay models for use during costume pattern creation- Photographed and archived production and sales photos of all costumes produced- Developed all marketing, promotional and presentation items for the sales team

Graphic Design, Graphic & Studio Art

Activities and Societies: Art Club President, Student Activities Board, WSC Student AmbassadorsI worked hard every weekend waiting tables.

Secondary Education

Activities and Societies: Concert Choir, Show Choir, All State Choir, Concert Band, Marching Band, Pep Band, Theatre