IDC/Harris Connect- Henderson, NV.

3/24/08-8/12/10
Not forr Profit Fundraising: Communicator.
Fundraising for Not-For-Profit Organizations: Military Branches, Colleges, Muse
ums/Arts, Social Welfare Groups-i.e. Planned Parenthood, and American Society of
Friends. Discreet approach to donors/lapsed donors for multiple yearly pledges
for above foundations. IDC bought by Harris Connect in March 2010. Downsizing s
ince then.-Position eliminated.
Collectors Fine Art - Canoga Park, CA 11/15/99-4/27/07
Retail
Division of Collectors Editions- Fine art publishing firm. Galleries in Hawaii
and US.
Executive Assistant to the Vice President of Operations
Extensive and judicious communication and interaction with Artist, Vendors, Gall
ery and Operations staff. Updated CFA Personnel Policy and Procedures, advising
gallery directors as appropriate. Preparation of Quarterly reports, inventory co
ntrol, and payments for CFA Artists . Worked closely with Vice President on Gal
lery acquisition projects, and other confidential matters. Utilized extensive cu
stomer relations skills to resolve complaints, personnel issues, and ensure clie
nt satisfaction.
Moved to Las Vegas/ with CFA to open two galleries; establish CFA office in Hend
erson. Division closed in 2007.
Network Telephone Services -Woodland Hills,CA.
5/92- 6/98 Communications firm employ
ing 400 in the call center. 24 HR Operation
Hiring Specialist/Human Resources
Hired as Customer Service Rep- promoted to Quality Assurance Supervisor. Formula
ted a monitoring checklist to stabilize and clarify formerly written evaluations
. Promoted to Hiring Specialist- interviewed, hired and conducted initial orient
ation of new employees weekly. Processed/verified Required I-9 and W-4 Document
ation.
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Over 20 years of Customer Service-including Market Research firms- Supervised r
esearch interviews and focus groups for outside clients. Initially the job invol
ved approaching the public on site; securing their confidence and agreement to
participate in studies.The goal:,accurate transcription of the qualified subject
's observations concerning the survey.
5 years as a Project Engineer at ITT Bell And Gossett/Morton Grove IL-77-81.Invo
lved with capital purchasing: sourcing/justification/ROI:Overseeing project thru
installation/acquisition. (33,000 Sq Ft Manufacturing Facility)
Phone Sales of Computer Supplies and Accessories. F
ree Lance Fashion Illustration.
Technical Skills : Software: Microsoft Office/Excel/Outlook
Education: School of the Art Institute of Chicago/Academics:University of Chicag
o
Degree: Bachelor of Fine Art-Design/Academics:Humanities/English major
Professional Training: CETA Class- Drafting - led to first ITT Job as Plant Lay
out Draftsman. Xerox III Sales Courses, ADP Payroll/ Reportwriter, Human Resourc
es Seminars. Insurance License-L/A/H.
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I thrive on variety and resolution of challenging/sensitive situations, enjoy wo
rking with people, and can effectively address specific circumstances and soluti
ons in person, and writing. I have been complimented on my ability to compose se
nsitive documents that do not compromise the companies' positions and standards.
 Results oriented, regardless of who gets the credit,
I value my reputation for uncompromising integrity, a strong work ethic, and the
ability to get the job done-
"on time and right".