Shannon Gorlesky(Mclaughlin) Email & Phone Number

Bethpage, New York

• Designed and implemented the Vocational Staff Training Program; Develop curricula and training materials on an ongoing basis. • Took a paper based department electronic; create and execute new, more efficient forms, spreadsheets and tracking systems.• Brainstorm and assist in creating new businesses run by ACLD to generate additional revenue and for Individuals to gain work experience; work closely with a grant writer to solicit funds for upstart.• Review paper work and monthly records to ensure information is accurately documented and handed in, in a timely manner.• Perform annual, semi – annual and monthly audits.• Responsible for sensitive information such as Medicaid and Social Security numbers. • Assist in monthly billing; Complete quarterly reports. • Plan internal events; Design and source marketing materials and promotional items.• Employee of the Month (April 2010; December 2013).• Teamwork Award (May 2014).

Melville, Ny

• Designed, sourced and distributed marketing materials and promotional items.• Promoted the image and awareness of the company by networking to develop a strong contact list. • Conducted meetings, filled out monthly reports and created resumes.• Successfully placed 15 Individuals in permanent positions in an 8 month span during a recession.• Promoted within 8 months.

Melville, Ny

• Assisted Individuals with learning and developmental disabilities in maintaining employment as well as gaining new responsibilities and pay increases. • Acted as a liaison between the Individual, their supervisors, and their families. • Commendable teamwork skills. Received above average scores for teamwork on annual review. • Teamwork Award (April 2005)• Responsible for coordinating schedules for 20 – 25 clients.• Demonstrated excellent time management skills.

• Helped grow an independent business from small idea into a globally recognized leader in the youth fashion face. • Helped generate multimillion dollars in sales annually. • Managed the entire PR department; corresponded with media via telephone and e-mail; Prepared press releases and press kits.• Designed and sourced marketing and promotional materials. • Developed and maintained relationships with musicians, artists, on air talent and other professionals; Researched new talent to work with. • Utilized social media for marketing (Myspace; Facebook); Developed content and updated company blog and website.• Promoted company at various trade shows such as MAGIC and POOL; traveled with artists on the Vans Warped Tour.• Successfully recruited, trained, managed and motivated interns and staff. • Planed and executed marketing events such as benefit shows, autograph signings, photo shoots and after parties. • Created two annual fundraisers for local and national charities.• Networked to develop a strong contact list.• Took an unknown company and turned it into one of the most influential brands in the industry. (featured in the book “Everybody Hurts: The Essential Guide to Emo Culture”)• Researched target market and strategized new ways to familiarize that market with the brand. • Featured in AP Magazine’s “Innovator Issue” (April ’08).

• Accountable for coordinating and executing marketing events and conducting marketing research in order to increase sales on Long Island and in Connecticut.• Promoted the image and awareness of the product by educating the public on the product and its ingredients.• Actively participated in strategic planning and distribution of marketing material.• Attend field events on a daily basis as well as visit current and prospective accounts and provide them with POP, marketing materials and event set-up and execution

Ba In Communications, Public Relations

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