Mitch Pederson

Experience

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  Jacobs Upholstery and Patio

  Jan 2008 - Jan 2012

  Facilities/Warehouse Manager

  - Customer Deliveries - Route planning and execution of pickup and delivery of customer furniture- Warehouse Manager - Organizing and maintaining warehouse inventory- Facilities Manager - Planning and executing various remodels and facilities improvement projects

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  Lowe's Companies, Inc.

  Dec 2012 - Sept 2013

  Customer Service Associate, Flooring Department

  - Assisting customers with flooring products and accessories- Selling flooring installation projects- Ensuring displays are well stocked and organized

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  AltRider

  Jun 2013 - Apr 2015

  Marketing Assistant

  - Organized multiday field events including sponsorships and overall planning, also supported sales team at tradeshows- Drafted compelling copy for product pages, press releases and blog entries- Managed online communities by interacting with customers through use of social media and industry specific web forums- Created marketing collateral for use in print and online via a variety of graphic design platforms- Published monthly emails and managed overall email campaign strategy- Managed advocate program by working with customers enthusiastic about the brand to share their opinions with the riding community- Supported AltRider distributors by guiding marketing strategy and creating marketing materials Show less

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  The Finovate Group

  Apr 2015 - Apr 2019

  - Manage multiple events per year, from small regional events to flagships with 1,500+ attendees- Manage event budgets (typically $1,000,000+) to produce high quality events while ensuring profitability- Lead, manage and deliver on events from conception to onsite delivery- Create and manage project plans for events, ensuring internal and external stakeholders on track for event- Own all vendor and venue conversations (including quote negotiations) to ensure a successful event- Lead and shape the look and feel of event – design customer journey and exhibition spaces with AV, rentals and internal sales teams- Manage catering options for each event- Post- show evaluation and improvement plan implementation- Design innovative space and digital features for conferences, including floorplan, stage sets, and signage Show less

  • Event Operations Manager

    Aug 2016 - Apr 2019

  • Sr. Event Associate

    Apr 2016 - Aug 2016

  • Event Associate

    Sept 2015 - Apr 2016

  • Event Assistant

    Apr 2015 - Sept 2015
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  SHW

  Apr 2019 - Jun 2020

  Program & Event Manager, Conferences

  - Managed logistics for a wide variety of events, including Microsoft’s C-Level Executive Event Series- Worked with a variety of clients as a strategic partner, providing direction and expert advice on all areas of event management • Assisted with program development, proposals, contracts, costing, site inspections and client presentations- Managed venue and vendor selection, communication and execution on behalf of clients for assigned areas of responsibility- Developed and managed accurate budget forecasts, ensuring event was executed on target throughout lifecycle- Initiate and manage communication to all necessary stakeholders- Performed onsite program execution including management of client, events, vendors, transportation, and team Show less

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  Flying High Again Flight Training

  Aug 2021 - Oct 2021

  Certified Flight Instructor
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  Wings of Eagles School of Flight-Smyrna

  Oct 2021 - May 2022

  Certified Flight Instructor
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  Aero Maintenance Flight Center

  Jul 2022 - Nov 2023

  Certified Flight Instructor
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  SkyWest Airlines

  Nov 2023 - now

  First Officer