Experience

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  Amt freight, inc.

  Jan 1991 - Jan 2003

  Vp of hr

  As VP of HR, I lead all HR and IT operations for our offices throughout the U.S. AMT Freight, Inc. operated as a freight forwarder, a warehouse and a trucking operations.

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  Bc careers

  Jan 2005 - Jun 2010

  Executive director

  I established and led BC Careers, an employer resource network that helped expand employment opportunities and resources throughout the Battle Creek region. In this role, I designed a variety of training programs and auxiliary services that met identified employer requirements and addressed issues related to retention and training. I identified and recruited prospective users and potential funding sources. I also created budgets and secured grant funding.My achievements in this position included:• Launching a nonprofit organization and building it from the ground-up to a thriving organization serving 1,500 clients in the greater Battle Creek area. • Cultivating partnerships with businesses and other key stakeholders to create local and regional community networks to leverage resources.• Partnering with leaders in industry sectors to create systemic change that helped enhance economic opportunity. Show less

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  Goodwill industries of central michigan's heartland

  Jun 2010 - May 2021

  V.p. of workforce development

  I am a visionary and collaborative leader that drives innovation to create opportunities for employees, individuals, and families to engage productively in the workforce and create long-term economic security. I establish a strategic direction and lead teams of up to 18 staff delivering outstanding client service. To foster educational and economic opportunities for vulnerable populations, I have built multiple strategic partnerships between private sector companies, governments, and key stakeholders. I regularly evaluate outcome data to identify opportunities for program enhancement.My accomplishments in this position include:• Raising more than $9.1M over eight years while meeting all fundraising targets.• Achieving growth in services and people served.• Boosting productivity and reducing staff turnover by 25% through comprehensive training and development programs. Show less

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  Fibrenew ocala

  Jan 2022 - now

  Business owner

  Restoration and Repair in the Automotive, Aviation, Commercial, Furniture, Marine, Medical, and Vinyl Siding and Window Industries.