Vincent Ruiz-Ponce Email & Phone Number

Minneapolis, Mn, Us

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

Oversee and drive the operation logistics of Scarfone Contracting. I wear many hats to ensure the company is efficient, delivering top quality products and experiences, all while maintaining profitability. From technology utilization, to managing human capital, I help guide the company growth for Scarfone Contracting.

Building upon my success as a Program Coordinator, I am continuing my work to build and expand the scope and size of the Catholic Studies Graduate Program. I have taken on new responsibilities for managing a +$450K budget and over $250k of scholarships. I manage over 8 individuals to run the on-ground, and online program.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

As the Graduate Program Coordinator, I oversee and execute all operations for the Catholic Studies Graduate Program, including recruitment and enrollment, communications, data analytics, and the online learning platform, for the purpose of increasing enrollments by 160%• Recruit and cultivate ongoing relationships with prospective students (30-60 leads at any given time) from interest through the application process, and through graduation• Create and execute the communications plan, exceeding my first-year target enrollment goals by nearly 10%• Streamline program processes such as digitalizing our paper records, and formalizing key student success benchmarks resulting in greater access to information for key stakeholders, faster service to students, and more accurate records for data management• Co-creator of a new online course offering targeted at Catholic School Educators to deliver our mission-oriented training in a more scalable and affordable fashion to Dioceses which over a 2-year period is projected to increase revenue 20% - 50%• Launched our departments first weekly live stream initiatives to successfully generate a department best 40 new leads for applications and to increase our students’ connection to the University • Elevated the importance of data analytics in the department, focusing on in-depth analysis of enrollment trends, enrollment projections, and scholarship optimization increasing the number of students receiving aid to 80%

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

This was a part-time position as we transitioned out of the mission field. My main role was to support the Development Director in relationship management and outreach. This includes all communication with current and new donors in both annual giving and major gift donors. I spearheaded a number of small projects to increase the long term sustainability and growth of Family Missions Company's central office, training site, and operations. I supported the proper maintenance of our SalesForce Database for Donor information.

Asia And Latin America

- Formed meaningful relationships with local communities to introduce them to the love of Jesus in culturally relevant ways through prayer, education, and material assistance- Cultivated and build relationships with 80+ benefactors around the country to annually increase on-going financial support for our mission- Served the local Church by participating in and leading various faith sharing ministries including retreats, small group sharing’s, service to the poor & elderly, along with church and school work- Trained and supported both American and native missionaries so they can be change agents in their communities and reach others who do not know the love of Christ - Executed and coordinated 3-8 foreign mission trips per year for Americans to participate in service to the poor including medical visits, home building projects, and feeding the hungry- Translated and led all meetings and trainings for a multi-lingual team to ensure clear communication, unity, and efficacy in daily ministries and operations- Oversaw staff and physical upkeep of a 400-year-old mission house which is utilized to welcome over 200 guests per year

Greater Twin Cities Area

-Engaged with community groups of parents and students on how to prepare and pay for college -Utilized bilingual skills to make presentations to families in both English and Spanish-Presented critical financial and and college admission information in an amiable, interactive and approachable way to over 600 people

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

My focus was to build and strengthen strong connections between employers and CEHD Students and alumni through a variety of recruitment events and campus resources.Student in CEHD include: Business and Marketing (with specialty in Sales), Human Resource Development, Early Childhood Development, Elementary Education, Family Social Science, Youth Studies, Kinesiology, Sports Management, Park & Rec, and all Licensed teachers.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

I worked in the Office of Admissions as a highly motivated, focused, and results-oriented Admissions Counselor. I had the special responsibility of working with prospective Hispanic Latino students and their communities. I facilitated the enrollment of qualified students from a variety of backgrounds and represented the University of Minnesota to the public, provided exceptional customer service to prospective students and their families, and played a crucial role in shaping the University's freshman class and image.

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area

● Managed complete inventory strategy for 340 million dollar bedding business including forecasting, buying and allocation of product for all 1760 stores● Directed a global vendor team through production strategies, joint forecasting, shipment troubleshooting, and new item negotiations● Executed weekly domestic and import orders which require inventory flow analysis, the understanding of over 20 inventory systems, and collaborating through a cross functional team

Dominican Republic

VIDES is an international Catholic organization created to help young men and women serve youth around the world through the schools, homes, and outreach of the Salesian Religious Order. At VIDES, I was a full-time volunteer assigned to work with the Salesian Sisters in the Dominican Republic for 6 months. I traveled the country with three primary responsibilities: 1. Administer an physical inventory of all assets across 12 different houses. 2. Write grants to help fund various projects and works of the Sisters. I was able to secure over $30,000 for their projects. 3. Work with youth as a teacher and mentor in religious education.

Marketing Cloud

Certified Professional Project Manager (Cppm), Project Management

Successful course completion (and exam result) in the project management certification program from the University of St. Thomas. This.

Bachelor Of Science In Business, Marketing And International Business

Activities and Societies: Senior Case Competition Team - Internationally represented The Carlson School of Management

Bachelor'S Degree

High School Diploma