Manage all aspects of the PSC Foundation scholarship process and synchronize all scholarship services. Provide leadership for alumni relations program that complements and supports the mission of PSC and the Foundation. Perform duties and functions independently and as part of the Institutional Advancement team including all fundraising and donor recognition events/activities.

Coordinated duties and functions for Institutional Advancement with particular focus on contributing to Prairie State College Foundation scholarship management, donor recognition, and alumni cultivation. Advised on student application procedures and disbursement of awards. Promoted scholarship awareness internal and externally. Oversaw the strategic alumni stewardship plan and all correspondence relating to scholarships, recipients, and donors. Maintained scholarship management software… Show more Coordinated duties and functions for Institutional Advancement with particular focus on contributing to Prairie State College Foundation scholarship management, donor recognition, and alumni cultivation. Advised on student application procedures and disbursement of awards. Promoted scholarship awareness internal and externally. Oversaw the strategic alumni stewardship plan and all correspondence relating to scholarships, recipients, and donors. Maintained scholarship management software. Assisted the Executive Director with projects, programs, and special events of the Foundation. Show less

Promoted from Specialist to Manager within 12 months to provide leadership for the Corporate and Continuing Education Department, to include the development, management, and implementation of corporate relationships/training/business solutions through customized services. Oversaw the programmatic operations, ensuring the success of customized training programs and sustainable initiatives for businesses and the community.

Responsible for the development, management, and implementation of corporate education, workforce development, and business solutions programs. In conjunction with the Dean and VP, identified business opportunities, developed relationships, recommended and implemented business solutions. Monitored agreements and accounts budget. Represented PSC in local, state, and national professional organizations. Partnered with Communications and Marketing Departments to develop marketing materials to… Show more Responsible for the development, management, and implementation of corporate education, workforce development, and business solutions programs. In conjunction with the Dean and VP, identified business opportunities, developed relationships, recommended and implemented business solutions. Monitored agreements and accounts budget. Represented PSC in local, state, and national professional organizations. Partnered with Communications and Marketing Departments to develop marketing materials to promote available programs. Assisted in writing fiscal year grant requests. Show less

Lead the implementation of a comprehensive marketing campaign, focusing on enrollment growth and retention as well as promoting relations with all stakeholders. Reported to the School Board and Principal. Fostered positive relationships between faculty, families, alumni, and community organizations.

Managed all aspects of scheduled assignments for Randa - the global leader in men's accessories - per client instructions. Built positive relationships with all retail partners (Macys, BonTon, Kohls, JCPenneys, and Sears) and gain recognition for superior services performed and product represented. Developed creative ways to merchandise/sell the client's products by securing best real estate. Educated store personnel on product knowledge, selling techniques, and trends. Provided timely… Show more Managed all aspects of scheduled assignments for Randa - the global leader in men's accessories - per client instructions. Built positive relationships with all retail partners (Macys, BonTon, Kohls, JCPenneys, and Sears) and gain recognition for superior services performed and product represented. Developed creative ways to merchandise/sell the client's products by securing best real estate. Educated store personnel on product knowledge, selling techniques, and trends. Provided timely, detailed, effective two-way verbal and written communication including Market Intelligence to increase sales. Show less

Directed a cohesive team of 150 merchandising specialists in national department stores for brand elevation and strengthened revenue through product presentation and promotional execution. Represented the company as a liaison to corporate relations through extensive travel to stores, educating product features and benefits, identifying opportunities while collaborating with LCI sales and store management. Planned and analyzed staffing budget of $1M annually to best utilize merchandising talent.… Show more Directed a cohesive team of 150 merchandising specialists in national department stores for brand elevation and strengthened revenue through product presentation and promotional execution. Represented the company as a liaison to corporate relations through extensive travel to stores, educating product features and benefits, identifying opportunities while collaborating with LCI sales and store management. Planned and analyzed staffing budget of $1M annually to best utilize merchandising talent. Authored communication vehicles including an evolving Monet merchandising manual and monthly newsletters. Show less

Managed merchandising initiatives for 300 stores and 90 merchandising specialists. In this evolving brand portfolio, accountable for growing the business and bottom line sales.

Represented the company as a liason for brand lines through extensive travel to stores, educating product features and benefits, while driving sales. Managed 55 merchandising specialists. Identified opportunities while partnering with sales and store management.