Teresa Simons Email & Phone Number

Mentor, Ohio, United States

Leading AWT in its 20th year, Teresa manages a robust schedule of programs and projects promoting rewarding careers in manufacturing to all in the Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula communities. AWT has something available for K-12 and beyond. Manufacturing Tours, SMI Summer Camps, JuniorBots, RoboBots, ThinkMfg Student Expo, Apprenticeship Programs, and more! AWT is also proud to serve as the Industry Sector Partner for Lake, Geauga, and Ashtabula Counties, leading collaboration between businesses, education, and training providers to improve our region’s workforce.Teresa is currently overseeing the construction of the AWT Northeast Ohio Transformation Training Center located at 8980 Tyler Blvd. in Mentor, Ohio. This facility will be the first of its kind in Northeast Ohio. It will house all AWT programs including the AWT Apprenticeship, a blended educational model with online and in-person, expert training.Teresa possesses a solid background in manufacturing and nonprofit financial and facilities management to benefit AWT, our members, community, and educational partners. She enjoys connecting people and developing solutions that benefit all.

Mentor Ohio

Teresa oversees the day-to-day operation, schedule, and maintenance of this 45,000+ sq ft facility. Hire, onboard, and provide direction to the administrative, financial, and custodial teams. Communicate with staff, constituents, and community members in a fast-paced environment.Manage donor funds towards the operating budget, capital pledge, benevolence funds, and major gifts through GEM (Gifts Endowments & Memorials) averaging $2.5 million annually. Coordinate the annual stewardship campaign in support of a $1.2 million budget. Serve the needs of donors and maintain confidential records of giving and large gift planning.Negotiate supplier services and capital purchases in support of the Board of Trustees' goals.

Cleveland, Ohio, United States

Contract agency specializing in Search Engine Marketing, Inbound Marketing, Web Design, Social Media Training, and writing for the web.Conducted analysis and training for customers to streamline office procedures, maximize customer service efforts, and create effective internal and external communications.Worked with customers to design and refine an inbound marketing plan with a website that reflects the organization's message and allows for optimal usability by visitors and search engines.Developed strategic marketing plans for customers including web positioning goals and benchmarks; maintained tracking and analysis of data. Worked daily with web design and development software, implementing design elements that appeal to visitors and the coding format necessary for placement on the web. Wrote content for social media posts, websites, corporate identity, and promotional pieces developed through research of the company, products, customers, markets, and target audience.

As a District-wide PTA we serve the Elementary, Middle and High Schools, grades K - 12 with a goal of enriching the school community. The Kirtland PTA provides enhanced programs and strives to create an environment of open communication between parents and teachers for the benefit of our children.

Teresa is a recognized leader in the area of Inbound Marketing. Available to speak to groups on the Relevance of Social Media, Search Engine Optimization SEO - Can Your Website be Found Through Search?, LinkedIn Basics and Beyond, Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile for Search, LinkedIn for Business Development to name a few. She is a collaborative partner in all phases of business planning and development both on and offline.Manages Inbound Marketing Program SEO, Content Management, Link Building. Events Manager and Networking Workshops Coordinator and oversees the Social Media Training Program as Director and Instructor.Certified Inbound Marketing Professional providing training to individuals and companies on all areas of Inbound Marketing, Social Media and Online Reputation Management.

Custom roll forming manufacturer.Marketing ManagerEstablished marketing and advertising focus. Designed website and Search Engine Marketing (SEM) and Social Media strategy for company. Composed content for website, marketing materials and technical manuals. Designed promotional pieces, mailers, packaging for product samples and trade show display. Coordinated participation in industry trade shows and post show lead management. Project Lead Researched and selected computer hardware, peripherals and software for integrated Accounting and Manufacturing system. Established guidelines and authored procedures manuals for accounting and order flow system. Formulated a detailed valuation and record keeping system for equipment rebuild projects.

Selected to head implementation team for new computer system.Researched, planned and established system defaults. Developed a system for extracting data from all existing databases. Conducted pre-testing and worked closely with software company’s implementation specialist, engineers and training group. Conducted online and in person training classes for personnel in three manufacturing facilities and the corporate office.

Staffed, trained and managed a team of 12 Customer Service, Graphic Design, Public Relations, Consumer Affairs and Executive Support Personnel. Worked closely with Sales Department on key account management and development. Designed sales kits, display boards and sample packs including literature and price sheets for key brands. Wrote copy for identity piece and published weekly Sales Bulletins. Coordinated Corporate conferences, Board of Directors meetings, sales training classes and seminars.Served as Board Member for the company’s charitable arm - SentiCause. In this capacity reviewed all opportunities to donate time and funds to assist and improve the community.

Bba, Marketing, Management, Finance

Activities and Societies: Alpha Lambda Delta, English Tutor, College of Business staff assistant

Inbound Marketing Certified Professional, Inbound Marketing