Mitch Pederson

Mitch Pederson

Facilities/Warehouse Manager

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    First Officer at SkyWest Airlines

  • Education

    • Eastern Washington University

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor of Arts (BA) Marketing
    • Eastern Washington University

      2008 - 2012
      Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) Spanish Language and Literature
  • Experience

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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

    • 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
    • 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

    • Flying High Again Flight Training

      Aug 2021 - Oct 2021
      Certified Flight Instructor
    • Wings of Eagles School of Flight-Smyrna

      Oct 2021 - May 2022
      Certified Flight Instructor
    • Aero Maintenance Flight Center

      Jul 2022 - Nov 2023
      Certified Flight Instructor
    • SkyWest Airlines

      Nov 2023 - now
      First Officer
  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Airline Transport Pilot

      Federal Aviation Administration
    • Aircraft Flight Instructor - Instrument

      Federal Aviation Administration
      Nov 2021
    • Aircraft Flight Instructor

      Federal Aviation Administration
      Jul 2021
    • Commercial Pilot (CP)

      Federal Aviation Administration
      Apr 2021
    • CMP (Certified Meeting Professional)

      Events Industry Council
      Jan 2018
  • Volunteer Experience

    • Mentor

      Issued by Professional Pilots of Tomorrow on Jan 2025
      Professional Pilots of TomorrowAssociated with Mitch Pederson
    • Volunteer

      Issued by The Center for Wooden Boats on Jan 2025
      The Center for Wooden BoatsAssociated with Mitch Pederson