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United States

Worthington, Minnesota, United States

Initial Major Responsibilities: Purchased a Christian School and turned it into a childcare & preschool center. Largest childcare center in 8 regions. Created all training tools, staff and parent handbooks and on-boarding systems. Managed a staff of 20 Provided childcare for 150 multi-cultural families Bi-lingual child care center 4-Star Parent Aware Program Worked closely with Child Care and Family Resources to improve systems and programs.1994 – 2021: Moved to Board of Directors Position and when available, Interim Program Director/Assistant Director/Teacher Major Responsibilities: Updated DHS Orientation and DHS Yearly In-Service Training Modules Updated all Child Care Policies & Procedures Manuals, Forms, Employee Handbook and Parent Handbook according to MN Department of Human Services Guidelines. Facilitated continued training and understanding of Child Care Center License (Rule 3) Trained staff members for all positions, managed, and tracked staff training through DEVELOP Quarterly Audit of Staff, Family Records & Children’s Files. Installed throughout center 8 tablets, implemented and trained on Procare Parent Engage App Created a simple system to prepare and execute the Mother Goose and PLAYbook Curriculums Created New Website and FB Page – Final versions not publicly available yet Created Employment Job Descriptions and posted job opportunities, assisted in hiring and interviewing process. Managed new staff on-boarding process and training. Created a virtual assistant program the teachers could use daily to stay on schedule, focus on the curriculum and assist with transitions. This tool helps train new teachers and aides as well. Interim Preschool and Toddler Lead Teacher Maneuvered through the challenges of Covid-19 to provide a safe, healthy environment for the children, parents and staff.

Global Business

The Power of the Connection. My Mission is to Direct you, Inspire you or Connect you. My goal is to help people get from A to Z as fast as possible by discovering how I can best serve them, who I can introduce them to or direct them to resources. I have Connected 1000’s across the Globe to help people Win. Win Big.Companies I worked with: Sales/Training: Agel Enterprises: Sep 2005 - Sep 2010Nutritional Supplements - “Gelceuticals” with suspension gel technologyiWowWe: Apr 2011 - Dec 2011 Global Corporate Trainer on how to use Video Emailing (VMAIL) and Video Conferencing to build any business or share special moments with family and friends. People learn, connect, and understand visually. Consultant: Instant Wireless Interpretations, LLC: Jul 2009 - Oct 2014Language interpretation (Interpreters converting one spoken language into another either in-person or over the phone) Sales/Training:WORLD Global Network: November 2016- March 2019Wearable Technology with Remote Monitoring. Heath~Fitness~SafetySales/Training: LifeVantage: March 2019 – September 2021 Nutrigenomic Science – The use of Science based Nutrients to combat the effects of oxidative stress, a key contributor to the normal signs of the aging process.

Minnesota

Put together 400 translation teams in over 50 language combinations. Each team consisting of Certified Translators, Editors and Proofreaders that were localized and industry specific. 200+ clients Responsible for all sales and BD Created website and all marketing pieces. Created all client and independent contractor contracts. Created a systemized customer service follow-up evaluation. Responsible for A/R, A/P, budgets, and strategic planning.

Spring Park, Mn

Established in 2001, Chandler Group is a retained executive search firm that maintains a single focus: THE SUCCESS OF OUR CLIENTS AND CANDIDATES. We are committed to the highest standards of integrity, excellence, and performance in dealing with both client companies and candidates.By forming true partnerships, we provide client organizations across the nation with the commitment and expertise to identify, recruit and retain top talent that will ensure organizational success in today's challenging business environment.Major Responsibilities: Business Development for retained C-Suite positions and produce preliminary and final presentations Create client contracts and invoicing, handle all A/R Handle all A/P, manage budgets and select vendors Website maintenance (manage, maintain, and update website with contracted vendor) Database – Encore (manage, maintain, and update) Scheduling all meetings, conference calls and Skype meetings for Executive team. Make all travel arrangements for clients, candidates, and executive team Search process standardization Resources/Research management – tools, website, industry associations Industry research for pitches, searches Postings and monitoring of searches Profile development – included competitive profile, community information, culture profile, position profile and candidate summaries Public Relations Liaison LaunchPad management for on-boarding process with new hires Conduct and prepare background checks

Grand Hyatt Hotel, Minneapolis Mn

Created and managed ½ Million per year restaurant/business center Secured funding from MCDA (Minneapolis Community Development Association, worked with SCORE and Women’s Ventures) Created the concept, infrastructure, and operational structure of the business. Responsible for creating all marketing pieces and co-branded with Parasole Restaurant Holdings and their restaurant GoodEarth® and the Parasole bakery. Researched and implemented state-of-the-art technology such as copiers, computers, WI-FI, software programs and audio/visual equipment for the Business Center and Restaurant. Trained and developed all staff to be efficient, motivated, and profitable without micromanaging. Oversaw A/R, A/P and hired accounting firm to manage sales taxes and provide monthly/annual reports Created menu, pricing, tracked food cost and selected all vendors.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Acted as gatekeeper to the President/COO by managing his agenda and meeting schedule and triaging incoming communicationServed as liaison between the President/COO and the Company’s Board directors, investment bankers, and the press, among othersPrepared and coordinated the production of the Company newsletterAssisted with the opening of new stores nationally, including the preparation of supply order lists, vendors, working closely with the GM of Construction to stay on schedule and prepare weekly updates for executive teamSubmitted invoices to accounting department on a weekly basis.Set up and managed the Corporate Office, including ordering furniture, equipment, computer hardware and supplies.Create and managed office budgetOrganized Board Meetings and Strategic Planning meetings (including catering, hotel rooms, Board dinner, meeting rooms, etc.) and taking minutes. Also prepared Board materials and coordinated Board book mailings.Performed various human resources duties including preparing offer letters, regret letters and manager term sheets, setting up interviews, placing ads, maintaining benefit data and employee files, among others.

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States

Administrative support for the Regional VP, Director of Operations, 6 District Managers and the Management Recruiter Set-up and manage the Corporate Office in Minnesota and Michigan, including ordering furniture, equipment, and supplies. Submit invoices and expense reports to the accounting department on a weekly basis. Maintain Corporate Office’s files, company documents, corporate record books and manuals Negotiate Vendor contracts for restaurants Performed various human resources duties including preparing offer letters, regret letters and manager term sheets, setting up interviews, placing ads, maintaining benefit data and employee files, among others.

Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States

Server trainer in the restaurants for 7 years total and worked in 4 locations. *Received Trainer of the Year and Employee of the Year 1995 and 1996.