Corey Fair

Experience

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  Fair Printing

  Jun 1985 - Oct 1994

  Owner

  Designed, printed, and sold T-shirts for various customers. Began as a hobby with a one head press from Dick Blick, hand cut stencils, and small orders. Eventually move up to an 8 head press with a flash unit, and finished off with 14 color M & R presses with gas and electric dryers at Wild Oats.Printing is in my blood from my first t-shirts when I was thirteen up to present day doing merchandise for various bands.

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  Hughes Apparel

  Jun 1987 - Sept 1989

  Pre-Press

  Pre-press department, Ink department, and Production Department. Learned the fundamentals of screen printing.

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  Brown Printing

  Jun 1990 - Jan 1991

  Jogger and Press operator

  Jogged and stacked printed pages, changed plates, maintained ink levels, and strung up the web.

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  Ocean Atlantic Textiles Inc.

  Jan 1991 - Nov 1999

  Senior Manager

  I directed the activities of 75 employees located within three production facilities and designed an interdepartmental cross-training program for thousands of employees. I demonstrated technical skill using digital measuring tools assess product quality. I designed a third textile printing facility which accommodated contracts for Nike, Adidas, Reebok, Starter, Nutmeg, Looney Tunes, and Disney. Key Accomplishments:● I improved intradepartmental productivity by 65% annually and boosted total company output by 47% annually for nine years. ● I increased expenses by 5% annually for eight years during high growth stages. ● I utilized progressive problem-solving skills to invent the “Touch Tone Talking T-shirt”.● I composed a technical training manual for prepress departmental operations. Show less

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  Souls Ablaze Merchandising

  Oct 1994 - Jan 2003

  Operations Manager – Global Merchandising and Business Relationship Management

  I developed products and merchandise, organized large-scale trade shows, and created cross-promotional advertising for clients in the entertainment industry, such as the Misfits, Ramones, Dee Snider, and Drain STH. I managed all phases of the product development life cycle, such as artistic conception, design, artist commission, product creation, marketing, and product placement. I priced and purchased raw goods, ensured the highest level of quality control, regulated inventory levels, and distributed products both international and domestically. Key Accomplishments:● I worked with customers from various cultures within cities located globally.● I increased profitability by 50% annually after year three and increased international demand for clients’ products by 50% annually for eight consecutive years.● I optimized product placement and consumer satisfaction by forging enduring relationships with clients, suppliers, and customers around the world.Merchandise clients included:Misfits, Ramones, Dee Snider, Drain Sth, Bile, Michale Graves, Sardonica, DoyleToured internationally with Misfits, Ramones, Black Sabbath, Pantera, Life of Agony, Subzero, Agnostic Front, Garbage, Ministry, SOD, English Dogs, Demented Are Go, Marilyn Manson, Primus, HR Band, Killah Priest, H2O, Sick of it All, Gwar, Hatebreed, Motorhead, Cannibal Corpse, etc... Show less

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  Tect Inc.

  Oct 1999 - Oct 2000

  Technical Consultant

  I leveraged printing process and product development subject matter expertise to procure contracts with Nike and Adidas. As well, I advised others on the efficiency of a textile printing facility. I educated cross-functional management teams on new technical procedures and instituted improvement initiatives based on accurate data.Key Accomplishments:● I increased productivity by 300%.● I decreased expenses by 20%.

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  CF Enterprises

  Jan 2003 - Sept 2007

  General Contractor and Electrical Construction

  I ensured that all project goals, workmanship, and materials were of the highest quality. I maintained weekly status report and reviewed and approved monthly draws.

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  DeSales University

  Sept 2007 - Nov 2018

  I created and managed the department’s infrastructure which supported 100 work study employees. I strengthened cross-functional relationships among faculty, staff, and students and promoted a collaborative atmosphere. I also implemented training programs, managed payroll, and analyzed data to improve overall operations. In addition, I utilized powerful coaching skills to help professors adapt to new software. Front-loaded ClockWork data management system to streamline student information processing and tracking.Key Accomplishments: ● I demonstrated knowledge of AHEAD Best Practices and ADA Requirements when evaluating and implementing reasonable accommodations for hundreds of students. ● I increased student accessibility by 50% and increased assistive technology options by 40% in 2018.● I tracked 300 students, 60 accommodations, and 100 diagnoses using a self-created Excel data management system. ● I oversaw the installation of 20 computers and 15 software programs; updated software each week. Show less Advocated to ensure a welcoming academic, physical, and social environment for students with disabilities by providing college-wide oversight, reporting, and coordination of services for qualified students with disabilities. Updated the campus’ testing environment by centralizing its testing location and by doubling the capacity of its testing rooms. Eased access to information by linking database information from Colleague, TutorTrac, and Blackboard. ● Increased student accessibility by 50% and increased student retention by 10% in 2017. ● Digitized several hundred thousand confidential files to a paperless system and implemented measures that eliminated record keeping errors by 30% ● Proctored 2K+ exams while adhering to PA Program and Nursing Program standards. Show less ● Heightened productivity by sixty percent and doubled service capabilities● Slashed total man-hours by twenty percent by year two● Shipped and received forty thousand packages annually through USPS, UPS, FedEx, and DHL● Coordinated thousands of correspondences between the USPS and all campus departments daily● Implemented the training and supervision for a team of ten employees● Planned logistics to service ninety locations daily in an environment of constant priority fluctuation Show less

  • Assistant Director of Disability Services

    Jun 2017 - Nov 2018

  • Disability Services Coordinator

    Nov 2016 - Jun 2017

  • Mailroom Logistics Specialist

    Sept 2007 - Nov 2016
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  Clear Channel Airports

  Nov 2018 - May 2019

  Projects and Properties Manager

  I oversaw the successful execution of multiple projects and the operations of subcontractors distributed across 15 airports. I developed and designed new advertising inventory programs, upgrades, and expansions and gathered financial data to forecast and establish annual and monthly budgets. I liaised between various internal and external parties, such as the CCA, clients, contractors, and airport senior staff.Key Accomplishments: ● I implemented measures to resolve any technical issues encountered with digital and static advertising displays more quickly.● I decreased company expenditures by utilizing local service representatives and contractors instead those needing to travel. ● I leveraged strong technical skills to while utilizing Microsoft Excel to track used inventory, client cancellation end dates, and service representative payroll. Show less

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  Fair Creative Consulting Solutions

  May 2019 - now

  Business Consultant for Small to Mid-Sized Companies

  My strong analytical and creative problem-solving skills are complimented by a sharp technical acumen and business savvy. I am adept in driving performance goals, forging enduring relationships with diverse internal and external stakeholders, and making significant and self-directed contributions to large and challenging projects. In addition, I have a wealth of experience in leadership roles, logistics, organizational structure, marketing, and international business across six different industries. The industries include but are not limited to textile printing, entertainment industry, general construction, mailroom logistics, education administration, and advertising.Business Consultation Specialized Services• Business Plans- Start-up Companies, Mid-sized Companies• Profitability- Managerial Finance Issues, Budgeting, Competitive Advantage• Marketing- Marketing Plan Writing, Product Development, Social Media, Networking, Advertising, Logo Design, Advertising, Creative Writing, SWOT Analysis, • Production- Design/Work Flow/Continuous Improvement• Relationship Management- Employees, Clientele, Customers, Suppliers• International Business- Subsidiary Management, Marketing Initiatives, Tariffs and Taxes, Currency Volatility, PESTEL Analysis• Action Plans• Technical and Creative Writing• Organizational Structure- Empowering Employees, Engagement• Innovation- Crowd Sourcing, Idea Sprinting, and VisioningIf you are looking for creative consulting services at an affordable price, then let’s make an appointment to discuss issues, timelines, and desired outcomes. I specialize in small to mid-sized businesses and bring a uniquely organic approach to provide creative solutions, based on 20+ years of experience, education, and research. I have launched several successful businesses and played an integral role in helping multimillion-dollar companies and clientele reach their fullest potential.Contact Details:corey.fair@gmail.com484 550-4375 Show less

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  Souls Ablaze Creative Group

  May 2019 - now

  Business Owner and Visionary Creative Designer

  Visionary Creative Design• Marketing Media- ( logo design, creative writing, conceptual design, artistic networking, social media, advertising, merchandising)

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  Lehigh Valley Professionals

  Oct 2019 - now

  Member
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  ISS Inc. / Amazon

  Nov 2019 - Feb 2020

  Amazon Associate
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  ISS / Home Depot

  Feb 2020 - Apr 2020

  Home Depot Associate