Matthew Altman

Experience

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  Armstrong, Fleming, and Moore Financial Advisors

  Jun 2007 - Aug 2007

  Intern

  Transferred information to a new database on Microsoft Access, correcting errors in the program Provided administrative support assistance

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  GO Adventure Sports

  Jun 2008 - Aug 2008

  Adventure Facilitator

  Managed a zip line for corporate groupsCounseled campers in overcoming their fears of rock climbing, canoeing, hiking, caving, and biking.

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  CIVICUS

  Jun 2009 - Oct 2009

  Intern/Researcher

  Conducted research online on government contactsManaged database of contacts for selling serviceAssisted in administrative operations for quarterly briefing

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  Shimer College

  Nov 2010 - Sept 2011

  Admission Database Manager

  Managed Shimer admission database through Enrollment RX (a division of Salesforce)Managed communication flow with prospective studentsWorked with prospective students throughout process to aid in their admission to ShimerDeveloped and refined database to be more effective and efficientManaged student workers program through work study

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  Roosevelt University

  Oct 2011 - May 2012

  Admission Counselor

  Guided individuals through process from application to enrollment.Part of communication, social media, outreach, and file processing team - led team meetings.Gave and developed presentations for large group toursMonitored trends in social media to best reach and communicate with users.Collaborated with graduate faculty to modify and revamp graduate admissions.

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  Obama for America

  Jun 2012 - Nov 2012

  State Digital Lead at Obama for Illinois

  Managed all digital communication for state wide office, including Twitter, Facebook, and Blog. Created original content for the campaign.Contacted and connected with supporters throughout Illinois.Served as personal assistant to state digital media director.

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  Am Shalom

  May 2013 - Oct 2021

  Technology Specialist

  Served as sole technology specialist for the organization—managing and upgrading database, analyzing data to support decision making, handling tech issues, and working with providers.Transitioned website and database to ShulCloud, an online database system. Created custom programming for website to address new concerns and unlock features.Created innovative evaluation system using data analytics, which led to better class placement in the Hebrew School and fewer students switching classes than ever before; realized greater client satisfaction and higher retention rates. Built Python-based computer program using linear programming to efficiently assign optimal B’nai Mitzvah dates that maximized 80+ students’ preferences annually.Compiled Guide to ShulCloud database, website, and other tech issues to help office function completely without an in person tech manager.Steered seamless transition to remote work for the entire organization during pandemic. Transitioned services from in person to zoom and to our streaming provider, maintaining similar levels of attendance despite pandemic.Tracked and visualized virtual attendance rates to drive scheduling and programming decisions.Created and built high holy days spreadsheet to track numbers, analyze RSVPs and report projected attendance in real time.Updated and revamped audio and visual system to one that is customizable, easy to use, and works seamlessly with streaming. Set up zoom accounts, managed zoom meetings, set up security infrastructure, and taught office how to use zoom effectively; compiled zoom usage and hosting guides; oversaw events.Replaced technology vendor to drive lower costs and improve customer support.Previously served as Director of Youth Programming Show less

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  Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation

  Jul 2013 - Mar 2014

  Executive Assistant

  Serve as executive assistant to Mr. Larry Goodman, Owner and Manager of the Lillian and Larry Goodman Foundation as well as American Asset Management Services.

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  CIBC

  Aug 2022 - now

  Data Management Analyst