
Paul J. Pickett
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About me
Business Operations Executive 🚀 For More Than Profit
Education

L'Université de Ouagadougou
2002 - 2002Certificate African Language and CultureSummer study abroad. Ouagadougou, Burkina Faso, West Africa.Studied directly under the acclaimed Burkinabé film director, Gaston Kaboré.

Bowling Green State University
1995 - 2000Bachelor of Science Sport ManagementLearned by experiencing:-The business of sports-The broader psychosocial and cultural aspects of sports.

Universidad de Guadalajara
2001 - 2001Certificate Spanish Language and CultureSummer study abroad. Guadalajara, Mexico.

Bowling Green State University
2000 - 2003Master of Arts American Culture StudiesLearned by doing:-Critical thinking-How to analyze a range of sources-Qualitative research -Public speaking-Clear writing-Nuanced ways of understanding the changing culture in which we live and work.Focus: Intercultural Communication.
Experience

Palace Sports & Entertainment
Jun 1998 - Aug 1998Media Relations/OperationsPromoted the NBA’s Detroit Pistons and the WNBA’s Detroit Shock by working closely with local and national media. Daily responsibilities included: assisting coaches and players at all local practice sessions, creation and dissemination of press kits, fact sheets, bios and event flyers; maintained media lists, gathered and internally shared daily media coverage.Additional game day responsibilities included: providing quarterly statistics to media members, operating the shot clock or game clock, and helping to set up and operate pre-game activities in the parking lot. Show less

Palace Sports & Entertainment
Jun 1999 - Aug 1999Media Relations/OperationsPromoted the NBA’s Detroit Pistons and the WNBA’s Detroit Shock by working closely with local and national media. Daily responsibilities included: assisting coaches and players at all local practice sessions, creation and dissemination of press kits, fact sheets, bios and event flyers; maintained media lists, gathered and internally shared daily media coverage.Additional game day responsibilities included: providing quarterly statistics to media members, operating the shot clock or game clock, and helping to set up and operate pre-game activities in the parking lot. Show less

Palace Sports & Entertainment
Jun 2000 - Aug 2000Media Relations/OperationsPromoted the NBA’s Detroit Pistons and the WNBA’s Detroit Shock by working closely with local and national media. Daily responsibilities included: assisting coaches and players at all local practice sessions, creation and dissemination of press kits, fact sheets, bios and event flyers; maintained media lists, gathered and internally shared daily media coverage.Additional game day responsibilities included: providing quarterly statistics to media members, operating the shot clock or game clock, and helping to set up and operate pre-game activities in the parking lot. Show less

Bowling Green State University
Sept 2000 - May 2002Graduate Student InstructorOperated with full creative and practical responsibility of the information delivery and evaluation of students, for the introductory course to American Culture Studies.Responsibilities:-Wrote syllabus and delivered information at every class; designed, prepared and graded all student assignments; led group discussions; coordinated and led collaborative events with various student groups on campus.

Wood County Board of Developmental Disabilities
Sept 2002 - Jul 2003Direct Support ProfessionalDemonstrated love and care for adults with developmental disabilities by assisting with their personal daily routines and hygiene, and also helped them be involved and integrated into our surrounding community.

Quicken Loans
Oct 2018 - Mar 2020Mortgage Banker.Mortgage Processor.Mortgage Underwriter.Leader of Underwriters.Leader of Processors. Leader of Processors - QLMS.
Sales - Operations - Leadership
Aug 2003 - Mar 2020Communications Leader
Oct 2018 - Feb 2020

Rocket Pro
Mar 2020 - nowSupporting the business development of our Mortgage Broker Partners, alongside the “Crew” of high-level Underwriters, Purchase Title Coordinators, and Closing Specialists at Rocket Pro TPO.Rocket Pro TPO is the wholesale division of Rocket Mortgage (FKA Quicken Loans). Supported a team of high-level leaders that developed our Communications and Underwriting Team Members at Rocket Pro TPO.Rocket Pro TPO is the wholesale division of Rocket Mortgage (FKA Quicken Loans).
Director of Crew Operations
Feb 2022 - nowDirector of Operations
Mar 2020 - Feb 2022
Licenses & Certifications
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Developing Leadership Presence
LinkedInJan 2023
Honors & Awards
- Awarded to Paul J. PickettRock Retreat Awardee Rock Family Of Companies Jul 2020 Rock Retreat is an exclusive event for high-impact team members of the Rock Family Of Companies, spanning 3 days and featuring prolific speakers, professional development workshops and networking activities. Keynote speakers: Jay Farner, Dan Gilbert, Eric Thomas and Tim Wise.
- Awarded to Paul J. PickettRock Honor Nominee (formerly known as "Gilbie Award", and "Gilbert Award") Quicken Loans Senior Leadership Oct 2019 QL's version of The Oscars.This is the highest honor to be achieved by team members at Quicken Loans and the Family Of Companies, at our annual awards celebration.
- Awarded to Paul J. PickettRock Honor Nominee (formerly known as "Gilbie Award", and "Gilbert Award") Quicken Loans Senior Leadership Oct 2018 QL's version of The Oscars.This is the highest honor to be achieved by team members at Quicken Loans and the Family Of Companies, at our annual awards celebration.
- Awarded to Paul J. PickettGilbie Award Nominee (formerly known as "Gilbert Award") Quicken Loans Senior Leadership Mar 2016 QL's version of The Oscars.This is the highest honor to be achieved by team members at Quicken Loans and the Family Of Companies, at our annual awards celebration.
- Awarded to Paul J. PickettGilbert Award Winner Quicken Loans Senior Leadership Mar 2005 QL's version of The Oscars.This is the highest honor to be achieved by team members at Quicken Loans and the Family Of Companies, at our annual awards celebration.
- Awarded to Paul J. PickettGilbert Award Winner Quicken Loans Senior Leadership Mar 2005 QL's version of The Oscars.This is the highest honor to be achieved by team members at Quicken Loans and the Family Of Companies, at our annual awards celebration.
Volunteer Experience
Mentor
Issued by FAMILY ASSISTANCE FOR RENAISSANCE MEN on Dec 2019
Associated with Paul J. PickettVolunteer
Issued by Detroit Church on May 2019
Associated with Paul J. PickettCareer Services Volunteer
Issued by Hire Heroes USA on Apr 2020
Associated with Paul J. PickettVolunteer Staff
Issued by TEDxDetroit on Sept 2024
Associated with Paul J. PickettGallery Management Captain
Issued by Rocket Mortgage Classic on Jun 2024
Associated with Paul J. PickettMarshal Services Committee
Issued by The John Shippen on Jun 2024
Associated with Paul J. PickettNFL Draft Experience Team
Issued by Detroit Metro Sports Comm on Apr 2024
Associated with Paul J. PickettPro-Am Committee Chair
Issued by Rocket Mortgage Classic on Jul 2022
Associated with Paul J. PickettDetroit Chapter - NAACP
Issued by NAACP on Oct 2020
Associated with Paul J. PickettVolunteer
Issued by JARC on Jan 2016
Associated with Paul J. PickettReading Tutor
Issued by TutorMate on Sept 2016
Associated with Paul J. PickettVolunteer Project Staff
Issued by Habitat for Humanity Detroit on Feb 2017
Associated with Paul J. PickettCourse Marshall
Issued by The Ally Challenge, presented by McLaren on Aug 2021
Associated with Paul J. PickettGallery Management
Issued by Rocket Mortgage Classic on Jun 2021
Associated with Paul J. PickettHospitality Services Committee
Issued by The John Shippen on Jun 2023
Associated with Paul J. Pickett
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