Permanent Address:
1315 Buttrick Ave. SE Ada, MI 49301 |
Local Address:
122 E. Hewitt Marquette, MI 49855 |
Education:
High School Graduate
Forest Hills Central High School
Graduated: May 2012
Overall GPA: 3.98
Member of the Honors Society
Bachelor of Science (Outdoor Recreation, Leadership and Management)
Northern Michigan University
Graduated: May 2017
Overall GPA: 3.98 (Full Honors and Summa Cum Laude)
Member of the Honors Program
Minors: Art&Design and Accounting
High School Graduate
Forest Hills Central High School
Graduated: May 2012
Overall GPA: 3.98
Member of the Honors Society
Bachelor of Science (Outdoor Recreation, Leadership and Management)
Northern Michigan University
Graduated: May 2017
Overall GPA: 3.98 (Full Honors and Summa Cum Laude)
Member of the Honors Program
Minors: Art&Design and Accounting
Work / Service Experience:
Marketing and Promotions Assistant, City of Marquette Office of Arts and Culture (October 2020 - Present)
- Design and distribute digital and print marketing materials for events, gallery exhibits, and Office initiatives/resources
- Communicate with partnering artists, organizations, and community members for a variety of events, opportunities, troubleshooting and references.
- Assist with strategic planning internally and externally
- Manage City gallery exhibit, artist communications, scheduling, Internship supervisor
- Website management and development
-
Full Time Sales Associate, Getz's Clothiers (January 2019 - October 2020)
- Cultivated expert level product knowledge on technical outdoor clothing and gear.
- Gained experience working directly with unique customers to compare high-end, outdoor recreation gear and clothing.
- Duties included:
- Providing premium customer service
- Merchandising goods and sales floor organization
- Resolving customer concerns and creating relationships with regular patrons
- Maintaining expert knowledge on technical aspects of apparel and industry trends
- Contributing sales floor and product knowledge to buyers and marketing team.
- Taking on special projects involving the sales floor, events, and outreach
Seasonal Sales Associate, Getz's Clothiers (Aug 2018 - December 2018)
- Cultivated expert level product knowledge on technical outdoor clothing and gear.
- Gained experience working directly with unique customers to compare high-end, outdoor recreation gear and clothing.
- Duties included:
- Assisting customers in finding products which best fit their needs
- Maintaining expert knowledge on technical aspects of clothing
- Merchandising goods and sales floor organization/upkeep
- Handling cash transactions and writing special orders
- Providing premium customer service through one-on-one interactions and assisting multiple patrons.
- Greeting all customers and establishing a friendly and approachable shopping environment
Stablehand, Drifting Acres Equestrian Center (July 2018 - Present)
- Assist with weekly morning chores at a 25 horse riding stable
- Turnout and rotation of animals for morning grain/hay
- Responsible for proper feeding and bedding
- Assist with general maintenance of the barn
Customer Service Associate and Apparel Sales Associate, Gander Outdoors (May 2018 - Aug 2018)
- Ensured that customers have the best possible experience from the time that they walk into the store to their departure.
- Learned how to create efficient yet meaningful interactions and building skills in conflict resolution and problem solving.
- Built experience working within a corporate environment.
- Duties included:
- Handling all transactions including purchases, returns, exchanges, and firearm check in.
- Providing premium customer service and solving customer concerns.
- Maintaining expert knowledge on technical aspects of clothing and general knowledge of other merchandise
- Merchandising and maintaining the front of the store, checkout lanes, and apparel section.
- Opening and closing chores
- Sustaining a friendly and outgoing personality to best relate to customers, coworkers, and management.
Softgoods Sales Associate and Hardgoods Cashier, Bill & Paul's Sporthaus (July 2017- May 2018)
- Cultivated expert level product knowledge on technical outdoor clothing and gear.
- Gained experience working directly with unique customers to compare high-end, outdoor recreation gear and clothing.
- Duties included:
- Assisting customers in trip preparation and deciphering technical aspects of gear
- Providing premium customer service through one-on-one interactions
- Maintaining expert knowledge on technical aspects of clothing and gear
- Merchandising goods and sales floor organization
- Handling cash transactions and writing special orders/work tickets
- Greeting all customers and establishing a friendly and approachable shopping environment
Sales Associate and Office Assistant, Beth Millner Jewelry (November 2016-June2017)
- Learned skills in organization and operation of a small business
- Gained experience working directly with unique customers to interpret the creation of handcrafted metals.
- Duties included:
- Entrusted with opening and closing duties, office and shop space upkeep, and keyholder
- Primary customer service representative and responsible for incoming and outgoing phone calls
- Management of social media accounts and creation of blog entries
- Tracking inventory and packaging orders
- Digitizing analog shop information and creation of online shop tour
- Organization of jewelry display cases and back-stock
Internship, Ada Township Department of Parks & Recreation (Summer 2016)
- Developed career skills related to parks, recreation, natural resources management, leisure services, and outdoor environmental education.
- Gained experience in civic service, recreation program leadership, and small scale administration.
- Duties included:
- Assisting in planning and implementing recreation programs for youth and families.
- Creation of marketing materials and public promotion at community events.
- Office upkeep, public correspondence, data entry, and registrations/payments.
- Helping with maintenance of trails, buildings, shelters, and other park facilities.
Academic Tutor, Northern Michigan University: Student Support Services (2015-2016)
- Assisted students who faced academic challenges due to some sort of disability (learning disorders, personal problems, dyslexia, etc.)
- Responsible to keep the student’s disability as well as the nature of our relationship confidential
- Assisted with a variety of subjects including: Accounting, English, Math, Leisure Services, Studies of Religion, Philosophy, and general organizational/study skills
Editor, Conspectus Borealis: NMU Undergraduate Scholarly Journal (2016)
- Reviewed scholarly submissions to the journal by provided scores and suggested edits (grammatical/content)
- Scholarly works accepted/reviewed were multidisciplinary; requiring basic understanding of many areas of study
- Aided in the creation of the board's constitution and creation of scoring standards (Journal's first year)
Test Proctor, Northern Michigan University: Student Support Services (2016)
- Administered examinations and other supervised classwork
- Responsible for timing, reading and/or recording while a student dictates answers.
Summer Internship, Ada Township Department of Parks & Recreation (Summer 2015)
- 30 hours per week
- Developed career skills related to parks, recreation, natural resources management, leisure services, and outdoor environmental education.
- Duties included:
- Assisting in planning and implementing summer recreation programs for youth, families and adults
- Creation of marketing and promotions
- Design of interpretive signs installed along park trails
- Helping with maintenance of shelters, trails, playgrounds, and other park facilities.
Student Teacher, IMMERSE: Homeschool Program (Fall 2014 / Winter 2015)
- 100 hour community service internship for NMU’s Student Leader Fellowship Program
- Helped coordinate and teach a local Marquette Homeschool group each week
- Designed a month's worth of lessons plans for October (A focus on Phenology/Nature Journaling)
- Developed and maintained a website for the program
Student Caller, Northern Michigan University (Fall 2014)
- Called prospective students with a recruitment intention
- Prompted and answered any questions about NMU, Campus Life, and Academics
- Gauged interest and ranked potential of future students
Camp Staff, Forest Hills Goodwillie Environmental School (Summer 2014)
- Counselor for the sixth grader's week-long camp in Nordhouse Dunes, MI
- Responsible for 50 sixth graders' learning and personal growth
- Facilitated a three day canoe trip and three day backpacking excursion
- Acted as sole female adult leader
Outdoor Leader, Summer Journeys (Summer 2014)
- Leader on a climbing trip to Red River Gorge, KY
- Responsible for students (6th-12th grade)
- Organized student information and liabilities forms
- Acted as an outdoor educator
- Facilitated student's learning and personal growth
Data Management, Mika, Meyers, Beckett & Jones Law Firm (Summer 2013)
- Digitized confidential case files
- Archived 10+ years worth of client information
- Gained experience in a formal office setting
Camp Counselor, Ada Township Park (Summer 2011 and 2012)
- Volunteered at numerous summer day camps for elementary age kids
- Helped with organization and creation of activities
- Assisted with organization of office space and record keeping
- Mentored with the intention to improve local youths' ecological literacy
Stablehand, The Double CC Ranch (2007-2011)
- Performed morning and night chores for a 25 stall riding stable
- Responsible for proper feeding and bedding
- Performed general maintenance of the barn
Care Giver, Domestic Child Care (Summer 2009 – Present)
- Provided child care for neighbors, friends, cousins, and my younger brother
- Mentored younger members in my equine 4-H Club. (2009-2011)
Volunteer, Carol’s Ferals (A nonprofit organization that cares for stray cats) (Summer 2011)
- Helped with maintenance of the facility
- Admitted and cared for cats
- Organized office space and records
Other Experience:
Presenter, National Collegiate Honors Conference (NCHC) (2016)
- Poster presentation on original art piece "The Execution"
- Presented ideas of policial art as well as philosophical ideas regarding artist's intention
- Interacted with other honors students and shared interdisciplinary ideas/projects
Recognized Writer, PL330 Existentialism Class (Winter 2016)
- Won best commentary of the semester from weekly 300 word commentaries
- Peer elected
- Notable philosophical achievement at NMU
Presenter, Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) Conference (2015)
- Lead a small group session on incorporating backpacking into outdoor education programs
- Collaborated with several other NMU Outdoor Recreation and Environmental Science students
- Connected with outdoor education professionals based in Michigan
Presenter, North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) Conference (2015)
- Poster presentation on "Phenology" - the study of cyclical changes in the environment
- Traveled to San Diego with faculty member, Jacquie Medina
- Internationally attended
Featured Artist, Student Art Gallery at Northern Michigan University (Winter 2015)
- Portrait show
- Original acrylic portrait painting: "Chance the Rapper"
- Voted best in show by the people's choice
NMU Student Leader, Student Leader Fellowship Program (2013-2014)
- Paired with a mentor from the community who exposed different leadership opportunities in Marquette and beyond.
- Volunteered in several service projects
- Attended 5 workshops on leadership and a two credit course on leadership theory.
100 hour Community Service Internship
Field Commander, FHC High School Marching Band (Fall 2011)
- Responsible for all 35 flute players on the field
- Directed the section leaders
- Worked with the drum majors and band directors on music and marching
- Taught the flute part of the music and proper marching techniques
- Accountable for the overall formations on the field and musical quality
Participant, 4-H Club: A Cantering Commotion (2007-2011)
- Showed horses in the Kent County Youth Fair and KFNO shows
- Mentored younger members of 4-H Club
- Kept a detailed and organized record for my horse each year
Problem Solver, Odyssey of the Mind (A creative team based activity) (2005-2010)
- Won 1st place and Ranatra Fusca Award at Regional and State Competitions (2009) (The Ranatra Fusca is a prestigious award for demonstrating the highest possible level of creativity)
- Won 7th place and Ranatra Fusca Award at World Finals (2009)
- Won 1st place at Regional Competition; 2nd place at State Finals and 7th place at World Finals (2010)
Musician, Flute, Piano, Guitar and Vocals
- In addition to playing the flute, I also play piano and I taught myself how to play guitar.
Certifications:
Wilderness First Responder - Attained 12/2014
PSIA Alpine Level 1 - Attained 03/2016
PADI Open Water Diver - Attained 07/2013
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver - Attained 12/2015
Marketing and Promotions Assistant, City of Marquette Office of Arts and Culture (October 2020 - Present)
- Design and distribute digital and print marketing materials for events, gallery exhibits, and Office initiatives/resources
- Communicate with partnering artists, organizations, and community members for a variety of events, opportunities, troubleshooting and references.
- Assist with strategic planning internally and externally
- Manage City gallery exhibit, artist communications, scheduling, Internship supervisor
- Website management and development
-
Full Time Sales Associate, Getz's Clothiers (January 2019 - October 2020)
- Cultivated expert level product knowledge on technical outdoor clothing and gear.
- Gained experience working directly with unique customers to compare high-end, outdoor recreation gear and clothing.
- Duties included:
- Providing premium customer service
- Merchandising goods and sales floor organization
- Resolving customer concerns and creating relationships with regular patrons
- Maintaining expert knowledge on technical aspects of apparel and industry trends
- Contributing sales floor and product knowledge to buyers and marketing team.
- Taking on special projects involving the sales floor, events, and outreach
Seasonal Sales Associate, Getz's Clothiers (Aug 2018 - December 2018)
- Cultivated expert level product knowledge on technical outdoor clothing and gear.
- Gained experience working directly with unique customers to compare high-end, outdoor recreation gear and clothing.
- Duties included:
- Assisting customers in finding products which best fit their needs
- Maintaining expert knowledge on technical aspects of clothing
- Merchandising goods and sales floor organization/upkeep
- Handling cash transactions and writing special orders
- Providing premium customer service through one-on-one interactions and assisting multiple patrons.
- Greeting all customers and establishing a friendly and approachable shopping environment
Stablehand, Drifting Acres Equestrian Center (July 2018 - Present)
- Assist with weekly morning chores at a 25 horse riding stable
- Turnout and rotation of animals for morning grain/hay
- Responsible for proper feeding and bedding
- Assist with general maintenance of the barn
Customer Service Associate and Apparel Sales Associate, Gander Outdoors (May 2018 - Aug 2018)
- Ensured that customers have the best possible experience from the time that they walk into the store to their departure.
- Learned how to create efficient yet meaningful interactions and building skills in conflict resolution and problem solving.
- Built experience working within a corporate environment.
- Duties included:
- Handling all transactions including purchases, returns, exchanges, and firearm check in.
- Providing premium customer service and solving customer concerns.
- Maintaining expert knowledge on technical aspects of clothing and general knowledge of other merchandise
- Merchandising and maintaining the front of the store, checkout lanes, and apparel section.
- Opening and closing chores
- Sustaining a friendly and outgoing personality to best relate to customers, coworkers, and management.
Softgoods Sales Associate and Hardgoods Cashier, Bill & Paul's Sporthaus (July 2017- May 2018)
- Cultivated expert level product knowledge on technical outdoor clothing and gear.
- Gained experience working directly with unique customers to compare high-end, outdoor recreation gear and clothing.
- Duties included:
- Assisting customers in trip preparation and deciphering technical aspects of gear
- Providing premium customer service through one-on-one interactions
- Maintaining expert knowledge on technical aspects of clothing and gear
- Merchandising goods and sales floor organization
- Handling cash transactions and writing special orders/work tickets
- Greeting all customers and establishing a friendly and approachable shopping environment
Sales Associate and Office Assistant, Beth Millner Jewelry (November 2016-June2017)
- Learned skills in organization and operation of a small business
- Gained experience working directly with unique customers to interpret the creation of handcrafted metals.
- Duties included:
- Entrusted with opening and closing duties, office and shop space upkeep, and keyholder
- Primary customer service representative and responsible for incoming and outgoing phone calls
- Management of social media accounts and creation of blog entries
- Tracking inventory and packaging orders
- Digitizing analog shop information and creation of online shop tour
- Organization of jewelry display cases and back-stock
Internship, Ada Township Department of Parks & Recreation (Summer 2016)
- Developed career skills related to parks, recreation, natural resources management, leisure services, and outdoor environmental education.
- Gained experience in civic service, recreation program leadership, and small scale administration.
- Duties included:
- Assisting in planning and implementing recreation programs for youth and families.
- Creation of marketing materials and public promotion at community events.
- Office upkeep, public correspondence, data entry, and registrations/payments.
- Helping with maintenance of trails, buildings, shelters, and other park facilities.
Academic Tutor, Northern Michigan University: Student Support Services (2015-2016)
- Assisted students who faced academic challenges due to some sort of disability (learning disorders, personal problems, dyslexia, etc.)
- Responsible to keep the student’s disability as well as the nature of our relationship confidential
- Assisted with a variety of subjects including: Accounting, English, Math, Leisure Services, Studies of Religion, Philosophy, and general organizational/study skills
Editor, Conspectus Borealis: NMU Undergraduate Scholarly Journal (2016)
- Reviewed scholarly submissions to the journal by provided scores and suggested edits (grammatical/content)
- Scholarly works accepted/reviewed were multidisciplinary; requiring basic understanding of many areas of study
- Aided in the creation of the board's constitution and creation of scoring standards (Journal's first year)
Test Proctor, Northern Michigan University: Student Support Services (2016)
- Administered examinations and other supervised classwork
- Responsible for timing, reading and/or recording while a student dictates answers.
Summer Internship, Ada Township Department of Parks & Recreation (Summer 2015)
- 30 hours per week
- Developed career skills related to parks, recreation, natural resources management, leisure services, and outdoor environmental education.
- Duties included:
- Assisting in planning and implementing summer recreation programs for youth, families and adults
- Creation of marketing and promotions
- Design of interpretive signs installed along park trails
- Helping with maintenance of shelters, trails, playgrounds, and other park facilities.
Student Teacher, IMMERSE: Homeschool Program (Fall 2014 / Winter 2015)
- 100 hour community service internship for NMU’s Student Leader Fellowship Program
- Helped coordinate and teach a local Marquette Homeschool group each week
- Designed a month's worth of lessons plans for October (A focus on Phenology/Nature Journaling)
- Developed and maintained a website for the program
Student Caller, Northern Michigan University (Fall 2014)
- Called prospective students with a recruitment intention
- Prompted and answered any questions about NMU, Campus Life, and Academics
- Gauged interest and ranked potential of future students
Camp Staff, Forest Hills Goodwillie Environmental School (Summer 2014)
- Counselor for the sixth grader's week-long camp in Nordhouse Dunes, MI
- Responsible for 50 sixth graders' learning and personal growth
- Facilitated a three day canoe trip and three day backpacking excursion
- Acted as sole female adult leader
Outdoor Leader, Summer Journeys (Summer 2014)
- Leader on a climbing trip to Red River Gorge, KY
- Responsible for students (6th-12th grade)
- Organized student information and liabilities forms
- Acted as an outdoor educator
- Facilitated student's learning and personal growth
Data Management, Mika, Meyers, Beckett & Jones Law Firm (Summer 2013)
- Digitized confidential case files
- Archived 10+ years worth of client information
- Gained experience in a formal office setting
Camp Counselor, Ada Township Park (Summer 2011 and 2012)
- Volunteered at numerous summer day camps for elementary age kids
- Helped with organization and creation of activities
- Assisted with organization of office space and record keeping
- Mentored with the intention to improve local youths' ecological literacy
Stablehand, The Double CC Ranch (2007-2011)
- Performed morning and night chores for a 25 stall riding stable
- Responsible for proper feeding and bedding
- Performed general maintenance of the barn
Care Giver, Domestic Child Care (Summer 2009 – Present)
- Provided child care for neighbors, friends, cousins, and my younger brother
- Mentored younger members in my equine 4-H Club. (2009-2011)
Volunteer, Carol’s Ferals (A nonprofit organization that cares for stray cats) (Summer 2011)
- Helped with maintenance of the facility
- Admitted and cared for cats
- Organized office space and records
Other Experience:
Presenter, National Collegiate Honors Conference (NCHC) (2016)
- Poster presentation on original art piece "The Execution"
- Presented ideas of policial art as well as philosophical ideas regarding artist's intention
- Interacted with other honors students and shared interdisciplinary ideas/projects
Recognized Writer, PL330 Existentialism Class (Winter 2016)
- Won best commentary of the semester from weekly 300 word commentaries
- Peer elected
- Notable philosophical achievement at NMU
Presenter, Michigan Alliance for Environmental and Outdoor Education (MAEOE) Conference (2015)
- Lead a small group session on incorporating backpacking into outdoor education programs
- Collaborated with several other NMU Outdoor Recreation and Environmental Science students
- Connected with outdoor education professionals based in Michigan
Presenter, North American Association for Environmental Education (NAAEE) Conference (2015)
- Poster presentation on "Phenology" - the study of cyclical changes in the environment
- Traveled to San Diego with faculty member, Jacquie Medina
- Internationally attended
Featured Artist, Student Art Gallery at Northern Michigan University (Winter 2015)
- Portrait show
- Original acrylic portrait painting: "Chance the Rapper"
- Voted best in show by the people's choice
NMU Student Leader, Student Leader Fellowship Program (2013-2014)
- Paired with a mentor from the community who exposed different leadership opportunities in Marquette and beyond.
- Volunteered in several service projects
- Attended 5 workshops on leadership and a two credit course on leadership theory.
100 hour Community Service Internship
Field Commander, FHC High School Marching Band (Fall 2011)
- Responsible for all 35 flute players on the field
- Directed the section leaders
- Worked with the drum majors and band directors on music and marching
- Taught the flute part of the music and proper marching techniques
- Accountable for the overall formations on the field and musical quality
Participant, 4-H Club: A Cantering Commotion (2007-2011)
- Showed horses in the Kent County Youth Fair and KFNO shows
- Mentored younger members of 4-H Club
- Kept a detailed and organized record for my horse each year
Problem Solver, Odyssey of the Mind (A creative team based activity) (2005-2010)
- Won 1st place and Ranatra Fusca Award at Regional and State Competitions (2009) (The Ranatra Fusca is a prestigious award for demonstrating the highest possible level of creativity)
- Won 7th place and Ranatra Fusca Award at World Finals (2009)
- Won 1st place at Regional Competition; 2nd place at State Finals and 7th place at World Finals (2010)
Musician, Flute, Piano, Guitar and Vocals
- In addition to playing the flute, I also play piano and I taught myself how to play guitar.
Certifications:
Wilderness First Responder - Attained 12/2014
PSIA Alpine Level 1 - Attained 03/2016
PADI Open Water Diver - Attained 07/2013
PADI Advanced Open Water Diver - Attained 12/2015