Courtney Boehm
| Job Title: |
Marketing |
| Company: |
Brand Labs |
| College: |
Oakland University, BA Arts & Sciences, Communication & Leadership, Rochester, MI
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| High School: |
Henry Ford II High School, Sterling Heights, MI
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Brand Labs offers online retailers on the Volusion platform everything for their store from web design, custom development, marketing, and now some mCommerce solutions. We have a growing and diverse client base, working with merchants that sell everything from clothing to wind generators.
In my marketing role, the diversity of our clients means I am always learning! I research and write content for client sites, press releases, newsletters and manage social media outlets as part of our SEO program. I also work on client PPC, CSE and Affiliate Campaigns. I love helping clients grow and modify their online presence as the world of eCommerce grows and changes.
I am fortunate to work with a group of creative, talented individuals and have learned a lot from each one of them! I’ve not only learned more about marketing from fellow team members, but also about web design, web development, eCommerce and merchandising.
Carlton Millinder
| Job Title: |
Systems Test Engineer |
| Company: |
OnStar |
| College: |
Lawrence Technological University, College of Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Southfield, MI
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| High School: |
Southfield-Lathrup High School, Lathrup Village, MI
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I conduct manual and automated testing for Onstar's navigation and communication system. I provide pass or fail results based on set criteria from designers. I provide all findings and results to lead engineers and designers. I am also responsible for troubleshooting errors in test procedures and or equipment.
Sarah Sheffer
| Job Title: |
Corporate Recruiter / HR Generalist |
| Company: |
New World Systems |
| College: |
Albion College, Bachelors of Liberal Arts, Psychology Major; Sociology Minor, Albion, MI
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| High School: |
Clonlara High School, Traverse City, MI
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I am focused on talent acquisition and driving the hiring efforts needed to meet New World's ongoing growth goals. My key responsibilities include recruiting and interviewing, process and procedure support, and other human resources projects.
Melissa Reynolds
| Job Title: |
Patient Support Specialist |
| Company: |
Scientific Image Center |
| College: |
Rochester College, Bachelor of Science, Counseling Psychology, Rochester, MI
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| High School: |
North Branch High School, North Branch, MI
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I currently work as a Patient Support Specialist at Scientific Image Center in Troy, MI. My job is to extend relationships with new and existing patients by discovering their interests and needs in facial plastic surgery, and then offering the most appropriate solution. We are the nation's leader in facial rejuvenation, specializing in firming procedures for the lower face and neck. In addition to my sales/marketing role, I also provide sales support and customer service for the midwest region of the U.S.
Mike Schick
| Job Title: |
Sales Planner |
| Company: |
Fox Sports Detroit |
| College: |
Central Michigan University, Marketing Major with Communications Concentration, Advertising Minor, Mt. Pleasant, MI
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| High School: |
Fraser High School, Fraser, MI
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I develop all sales collateral, including proposals specifically built to meet client's needs. I discuss our network's capabilities with our clients and how we can best integrate their brand into our properties. I manage all broadcast and digital advertising inventory for Red Wings, Tigers, and Pistons; plus various other sports and lifestyle programming. I monitor ratings data and advertising spend within the market. I activate and host client hospitality events. I administer all sweepstakes and text campaigns.
Amanda Hanna
| Job Title: |
Design and Marketing Specialist |
| Company: |
Arzika |
| College: |
Lawrence Technological University, School of Architecture and Design, Southfield, MI
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| High School: |
Grand Ledge High School, Grand Ledge, MI
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Not many people can say they landed their dream job right out of college, but that's exactly what happened to me. I joined the Arzika team and have watched the company nearly double in size since I came on board. In the events business, things are constantly changing and evolving and your to-do list changes on almost a minute-to-minute basis, which can be kind of crazy. As the design and marketing specialist, I spend most of my time doing design work, which includes everything from creating logos to designing marketing collateral to making website updates, and the other part focused on marketing. I love coming to work because every day holds new and exciting challenges and the people I work with are very supportive of each other. We have a great culture and laugh a lot, so even if we’re working long hours at least we’re having fun!
Hayley Roberts
| Job Title: |
Cool Cities Promotions Fellow |
| Company: |
Michigan Suburbs Alliance |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Masters Degree, Digital Rhetoric and Professional Writing, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Pioneer High School, Ann Arbor, MI
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I'm working on communications for the internship portion of Governor Granholm's Cool Cities Initiative, which was started in 2003 to attract and retain talent in Michigan's urban areas. I do internal communications for the interns as well as press relations, social media, and other promotional activities.
Matt Marsoupian
| Job Title: |
Associate Broker |
| Company: |
Friedman Real Estate Group, Inc. |
| College: |
Western Michigan University, Haworth Business College, BBA Management, Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Novi High School, Novi, MI
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Friedman Real Estate Group provides personalized brokerage and strategic consultation services for every type of commercial and multi-family real estate investment. Along with our property management and construction management divisions we are one of the largest full-service real estate companies in Michigan.
I work alongside the CEO and Executive Vice President of the company providing both landlord and tenant representation. I love learning “the business of the business” of the companies I work with and really enjoy the opportunity to develop relationships with people in all industries while helping them with their real estate needs.
Brandon Reinkensmeyer
| Job Title: |
Principal |
| Company: |
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| College: |
Western Michigan University, Haworth College of Business, BBA Finance, Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Troy High School, Troy, MI
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Reink Media Group (RMG), founded in 2009, is a Michigan based internet focused media company. Its primary niche is the financial industry with network traffic currently exceeding one million pageviews annually. Web properties include: StockTradingToGo.com, tradeWISER.com, and EPICInsights.com.
I work alongside my brother Blain to grow our web assets and implement new aspects of our business operations. We are constantly launching new features, improving our custom designed content management system, and seeking out new site acquisitions that meet our purchasing criteria. I help to maintain the data and information our users interact with in addition to handling all marketing and branding.
For marketing I utilize tools such as Google Adwords as well as work with various financial media networks to drive premium quality traffic to our web sites. I am also constantly tweaking our SEO tactics and strategies. Branding wise we utilize in house talent and a free lance designer to quickly update design aspects or even entire site redesigns.
Stacy Haddon
| Job Title: |
Implementation Specialist II |
| Company: |
Sprint |
| College: |
Wayne State University, Bachelors Degree, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Inkster High School, Inkster, MI
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I provide relationship management for high profile wireless business customers.
Dina Peace
| Job Title: |
Freelance Web Editor and Writer |
| Company: |
musickhead.com |
| College: |
Wayne State University, Communications, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Denby High School, Detroit, MI
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I am a social media marketer, blogger and music journalist.
Eddie Connor
| Job Title: |
Author, Educator, & Motivational Speaker |
| Company: |
Ferndale Public Schools |
| College: |
Eastern Michigan University, Bachelor of Arts, Secondary Education (History), Ypsilanti, MI
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| High School: |
Ferndale High School, Ferndale, MI
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Nelson Mandela declared, “Education is the most powerful weapon that you can use to change the world.” Everyday in the classroom, I challenge young people to expand the parameters of their minds, in order to be critical thinkers in a chaotic world. Our youth need to realize, they are not the NEXT generation but they are the NOW generation. Now is the time to infuse character, hope, and healing into their lives via the vehicle of education which will transform our world.
As a cancer survivor, I share my inspiring story of overcoming the odds and transforming life’s trials into triumphs. In spite of cancer I decided that “I CAN” overcome with my determination and the strength of God’s healing power. I infuse my inspiring story, the power to persevere, and messages of hope into my 3 books, classrooms, churches, conferences, and various arenas, in order to compel and propel individuals to unlock the doors to their potential.
Erin Groomes
| Job Title: |
Staffing Consultant |
| Company: |
Todays Office Professionals |
| College: |
Oakland University, Bachelors in Human Resource Development, Rochester, MI
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| High School: |
Romeo Sr. High School, Romeo, MI
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As a Staffing Consultant my responsibilities include recruiting a strong candidate pool, review and evaluation of applicants' qualifications, conducting phone and face-to-face interviews, monitoring the weekly payroll process, conducting reference and background checks on applicants, handling employee and client problems, maintaining employment records, executing the hiring process for new employees, promoting new business development calls, and coaching applicants on interviewing techniques and resume writing.
Leah Manges
| Job Title: |
Recruiting Coordinator |
| Company: |
MyInsuranceExpert |
| College: |
Cambria-Rowe Business College, Associate Degree, Accounting, Johnstown, PA
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| High School: |
Windber Area High School, Windber, PA
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At MyInsuranceExpert.com, I am responsible for sourcing, screening, and ultimately hiring our Advisors and other staff members. MyInsuranceExpert is an organization that is defined, not only by its name, but by the culturally-driven environment it provides to its team members. By its definition, MyInsuranceExpert utilizes its 30 years of experience in the insurance industry and combines that with the speed and efficiency of the Internet and real-time access to hundreds of health insurance plans and instant quotes. The Advisor Advantage program provides individuals with a licensed advisor who can help sort through overwhelming insurance information and can talk through personal needs to find the best plan for every family, budget and individual situation.
Our team members work in a fun and casual atmosphere that is focused on a core value system and exceptional customer service. MyInsuranceExpert.com can provide quotes to individuals 24 hours a day on-line and provide friendly Advisors 7 days a week.
Daniel Poris
| Job Title: |
Associate Advisor |
| Company: |
Sperry Van Ness - Fortis Net Lease |
| College: |
University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts, Bachelor’s Degree in Political Science, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
North Farmington High School, Farmington Hills, MI
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As an investment real estate broker, I focus on the acquisition and disposition of commercial investment real estate properties throughout the United States. I work with investors and developers everywhere in the country helping them buy and sell investment properties like fast food restaurants, auto-parts stores, banks, and shopping centers. My company is a local branch of a national real estate company with offices in almost every state.
One of the more interesting aspects of my job is speaking with real estate professionals in different markets all over the country and helping them meet their investment goals. My office does a significant amount of business in Michigan, but we are lucky to be diversified and have worked on projects across more than two dozen states.
I spend the majority of my time on business development and managing our current transactions. It’s an exciting time to be in the real estate industry, especially being from Michigan and with state of the real estate market. However, being from the Detroit area helps us understand a difficult market better than many of our colleagues throughout the country.
Danielle C. Williams
| Job Title: |
Revenue Management Associate |
| Company: |
Trinity Health |
| College: |
Hampton University, Bachelor of Science, Computer Science, Hampton, VA
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| High School: |
Renaissance High School, Detroit, MI
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Trinity Health is the fourth largest Catholic Health System in the United States, encompassing 47 hospitals (35 owned and 12 managed) across the nation. I am employed at Trinity's home office under the Unified Revenue Organization (URO). The purpose of the URO is to create system-wide models for our hospitals to follow as they perform day-to-day operations such as reimbursement, pricing, managed care contracting, registration, billing and collections, and clinical coding / documentation. As a member of the Reimbursement team, I provide analytical and technical support to special initiatives on Medicare, Blue Cross, and Wage Index, as well as contribute to other projects as needed. In addition to my daily responsibilities, I currently serve as the Secretary of Trinity Health's African American Associate Resource Group and the Chairperson for the annual National Reimbursement Directors' Conference. The past eight months with Trinity Health have been very rewarding, as I admire the company's culture, people, and dedication to serving our patients and communities.
Karishma Guha
| Job Title: |
RN |
| Company: |
Beaumont Hospitals |
| College: |
Univeristy of Michigan, Masters of Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Troy High School, Troy, MI
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As a critical care nurse at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, I not only receive fulfillment by caring for the ill, but also gain a sense of connection with my community members. The majority of the patients I care for suffer from advanced heart, lung, and kidney diseases. Understanding that the origins for these diseases are largely treatable, I aim to become a nurse practitioner with the intention to join the effort to educate and treat patients in order to reduce the risk of chronic illness.
Kristine Gates
| Job Title: |
First Contact Center Representative |
| Company: |
GreenPath Debt Solutions |
| College: |
Eastern Michigan University, Communications and Business, Ypsilanti, MI
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| High School: |
Trenton High School, Trenton, MI
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I am proud to be part of such an amazing team here at GreenPath. GreenPath is a non- profit consumer credit counseling organization. We provide free counseling services for consumers with a variety of financial concerns. We help our clients with overwhelming credit card bills, homes in foreclosure, filing for bankruptcy, and clients just seeking help with refining their budgeting skills.
It is great working in such a positive environment with such a diverse group of people. Everyday presents new learning and growing opportunities. I feel so lucky to have a job that I wake up looking forward to go to. I love that I am part of something that is an asset to today’s economy.
Matt Schaar
| Job Title: |
Consultant |
| Company: |
Boston Consulting Group |
| College: |
University of Michigan, Gerald R. Ford School of Public Policy, Masters of Public Policy, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Stevens High School, Rapid City, SD
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BCG is a global strategy consulting firm that serves clients in a variety of industries. The firm focuses on developing forward-thinking strategies for our clients in a way that will help them navigate a competitive business environment, and my assignments vary in scope and clientele. I'm based here in BCG's Detroit office, which was opened in 2005 and now has approximately 25 consultants on staff. I truly love the opportunity to work alongside colleagues from a wealth of backgrounds and experiences on some of the most challenging issues facing the business world today!
Angela Bosscher
| Job Title: |
JET Case Manager |
| Company: |
Michigan Works - Ferndale Career Center |
| College: |
University of Michigan-Dearborn, Behavioral Sciences, Dearborn, MI
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| High School: |
Rockford High School, Rockford, MI
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I am part of a very innovative, professional team at the Ferndale Career Center. We help individuals apply for unemployment, successfully utilize government funded programs and provide them with the most current job market and employment trends and resources. We work with wonderful people in the community from all ages and backgrounds. I specifically work with clients referred to us from DHS who are on cash assistance. It is a very rewarding career. Nothing feels better than helping someone else in one of the most confusing and sometimes life-changing periods in their lives.
Marisa Ventimiglia
| Job Title: |
Account Executive |
| Company: |
AOL Advertising |
| College: |
University of Michigan, Literature, Science, and the Arts, Communication Studies and Political Science, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Grosse Pointe North High School, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
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As an Account Executive for AOL, I am responsible for selling advertising space to General Motors. I am focused on generating revenue from this strategic account within the automotive category. I work closely with a team of cross functional departments to drive business, and establish expertise in my assigned product areas of the Automotive endemic space, Behavioral Targeting, and custom Lifestyle built solutions. I am responsible for carrying out the entire sales process from account identification to close, as well as ongoing customer relations and sales.
Terry Brown
| Job Title: |
Internet Marketing Manager |
| Company: |
Lightingsupply.com |
| College: |
Central Michigan University, Business Management, Troy, MI
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| High School: |
Stevenson High School, Sterling Heights, MI
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I am in charge of all marketing activities with lightingsupply.com. I manage our Search Engine Optimization, Google Pay Per Click, email marketing, banner advertising and anything involved with marketing an e-commerce website.
Michael T. Prus
| Job Title: |
Investment Analyst |
| Company: |
Freedom One Financial |
| College: |
Penn State University, MBA, University Park, PA
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| High School: |
Bensalem High School, Bensalem, PA
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At Freedom One I conduct investment and asset allocation research to ensure that the clients who have entrusted their 401(k)'s to us get the most appropriate investment solutions for their unique situations.
I am also the Chief Investment Officer at Scale Investment Group, which I am just launching now (we will be fully operational by early Fall 2010), I focus on helping individual investors that are traditionally overlooked by advisory firms, such as young professionals. I provide investment education, financial planning and full investment management at a cost that is well below industry averages.
Andrew Kemp
| Job Title: |
Midwest Regional Director |
| Company: |
Clearspring Technologies, Inc. |
| College: |
Michigan State University, College of Communications, Arts & Sciences, B.A. Advertising & Telecommunications, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Romeo High School, Romeo, MI
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I am responsible for generating revenue for Fortune 500 clients throughout the midwest via ROI incurring internet media technology services.
Matthew Perry
| Job Title: |
Copywriter |
| Company: |
Universal McCann |
| College: |
Michigan State University, College of Communications Arts and Sciences, Advertising, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Grand Rapids High School, Grand Rapids, MI
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I develop and create sweet national and regional retail advertising for the Chrysler, Jeep, Dodge and Ram brands.
Melanie Derro
| Job Title: |
Graphic Designer & Partner |
| Company: |
FWD |
| College: |
University of Michigan, Bachelor of Science, BioPsychology, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Mercy High School, Farmington Hills, MI
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I am responsible for research, design and production of projects as well as
managing client accounts.
Justin Sellers
| Job Title: |
Partner & Designer |
| Company: |
FWD |
| College: |
Univeristy of Michigan, BA in English, BFA in Graphic Design, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Detroit Country Day School, Beverly Hills, MI
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I am a partner and designer at FWD. FWD concentrates on Graphic Design, Branding, Interactive & Web Design, Email Marketing, and Internet Marketing.
Ashley Woods
| Job Title: |
Managing Editor |
| Company: |
Real Detroit Weekly |
| College: |
Wayne State University, English, Political Science, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Academy of the Sacred Heart, Bloomfield Hills, MI
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Being managing editor of Real Detroit Weekly is perhaps the best job in the world for a 25-year-old who is obsessed with writing, reading, music and (most importantly) DETROIT! I work with the editor and publisher on story ideas and cover concepts, and keep tabs on the always-changing story budget. I also manage our weekly Ear Candy record review page, so I spend a lot of time hunting down publicists' names so I can request an album or an interview. I do a substantial amount of writing and editing for RDW — I'm also working to launch our major new website in the next month or two. My job is my life right now, but I can't imagine a better way to get experience. And I love the feeling of picking up a brand-new issue every Wednesday and knowing how much work went into those pages.
Kelly Skender
| Job Title: |
Marketing & Listings Coordinator |
| Company: |
Colliers International |
| College: |
Madonna University, Bachelor of Arts, Sign Language Studies, Livonia, MI
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| High School: |
Dearborn High School, Dearborn, MI
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I process all new listings & monitor them until they are sold, leased, or off the market. I handle all of the sign ordering as well as creating all marketing materials for all of the listings. I update the brokers individual websites and I also update all of the listing websites we use as well and I am also the administrative assistant to one of our brokers which was actually the position I was hired in at but as cuts & changes were made I ended up with 3 titles but the majority of my work is done for the marketing department.
Leslie Clark Dagg
| Job Title: |
Account Supervisor |
| Company: |
Bianchi Public Relations |
| College: |
University of Michigan, Bachelor of Arts, Communications, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Dearborn High School, Dearborn, MI
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I am a PR professional who has gained experience working at one of Michigan's most successful PR firms. Dedicated to helping clients build their brands, strengthen media relations, increase awareness, enhance return on investment of their promotional dollars and ultimately enhance their revenue.
I have represented clients in a variety of sectors including automotive OEM, aftermarket, tool and service suppliers; materials, technology & engineering suppliers; trade groups & associations; education; industrial and lean manufacturers; alternate fuel technology suppliers; and others.
I manage our firm's monthly e-newsletter and lead the company's social media efforts. My overall ongoing duties include media relations, overall PR program planning, news release and content creation, executive media training, research, social media guidance and implementation, editing/proofreading and event/show support.
Matt Marsoupian
| Job Title: |
Associate Broker |
| Company: |
Friedman Real Estate Group, Inc. |
| College: |
Western Michigan University, Haworth Business College, BBA Management, Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Novi High School, Novi, MI
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Friedman Real Estate Group provides personalized brokerage and strategic consultation services for every type of commercial and multi-family real estate investment. Along with our property management and construction management divisions we are one of the largest full-service real estate companies in Michigan.
I work alongside the CEO and Executive Vice President of the company providing both landlord and tenant representation. I love learning “the business of the business” of the companies I work with and really enjoy the opportunity to develop relationships with people in all industries while helping them with their real estate needs.
Gina VanderMarliere
| Job Title: |
Client Service Coordinator |
| Company: |
Universal McCann |
| College: |
Wayne State University, Business Administration, Marketing and Advertising Communications, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Lake Shore High School, St. Clair Shores, MI
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I started out taking pre med classes for Physicians Assistant school after graduating with my Marketing and Advertising degree from WSU because due to Michigan economy I thought it a slim chance to get a job in the field I love: Advertising. Nevertheless, I love Michigan, and I am a people person, so I chose to continue my education rather than move out of state to pursue a career. After all of my pre requisites were finished, and long hours of working in a hospital, I gave Advertising another chance and was fortunate enough to land 2 interviews with top Michigan firms. UM (Universal McCann) has headquarters in New York City but I love working here in Detroit. I work on the Chrysler Account and I get to work with great people to try and turn Chrysler around put a little spark back into motorcity and automotive advertising.
Kim Long- Persinger
| Job Title: |
Senior Recruiter |
| Company: |
Manpower Professional |
| College: |
Oakland University, Bachelor of Arts, Sociology, Rochester, MI
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| High School: |
Lake Orion High School, Lake Orion, MI
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I am responsible for searching and qualifying candidates for our client base.
Angela Bosscher
| Job Title: |
JET Case Manager |
| Company: |
Michigan Works - Ferndale Career Center |
| College: |
University of Michigan-Dearborn, Behavioral Sciences, Dearborn, MI
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| High School: |
Rockford High School, Rockford, MI
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I am part of a very innovative, professional team at the Ferndale Career Center. We help individuals apply for unemployment, successfully utilize government funded programs and provide them with the most current job market and employment trends and resources. We work with wonderful people in the community from all ages and backgrounds. I specifically work with clients referred to us from DHS who are on cash assistance. It is a very rewarding career. Nothing feels better than helping someone else in one of the most confusing and sometimes life-changing periods in their lives.
Brooke Ziomek
| Job Title: |
Account Assistant |
| Company: |
Identity Marketing & Public Relations |
| College: |
Central Michigan University, Bachelor of Applied Arts, Integrative Public Relations, Advertising, Mount Pleasant, MI
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| High School: |
Divine Child High School, Dearborn Heights, MI
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I love the creative freedom that my job allows me to have. I am never stuck doing the same task over and over again. I have something new and exciting waiting for me everyday, which is a refreshing feeling. Identity also has an extremely varied client base. We work with everyone from law firms to orthodontists, making a dull moment hard to find. I spend about 75% of my time writing and the rest conducting research, reading, communicating with clients and working on graphics concepts. My favorite projects include lots of writing and client relations -- I really enjoy building new relationships.
The people in my office work hard so they can play harder. Everyone enjoys the work they do, but they are also very social. We all enjoy having fun together and are fortunate in having the ability to do so. The partners host “quarterly activities” four times a year, monthly “Happy Hour’s” and team building exercises that help us to get to know each other on a more personal level. The office is very much like a family, which makes coming to work a fulfilling experience.
Tyraa Caldwell
| Job Title: |
Real Estate Agent |
| Company: |
Mutual Realty |
| College: |
Michigan Institute of Real Estate, , Livonia, MI
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| High School: |
Romulus High School, Romulus, MI
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I am responsible for assisting others in buying and selling real estate.
Monica Van Scyoc
| Job Title: |
Senior Recruiter |
| Company: |
Manpower Professional |
| College: |
Michigan State University, College of Communication Arts and Science, Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
West Bloomfield High School, West Bloomfield, MI
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I connect talented professionals in different industries with employment opportunities in the Michigan market. I am a goal oriented professional with a true sense of high integrity, focused on helping local individuals build and grow their careers in the areas of Engineering, IT and Finance. I work with numerous account managers, hiring managers, and decision makers daily to identify their needs and deliver as expected. Over the past 4 years in recruiting I find my work to be very exciting and fulfilling. I am constantly learning something new every day and finding success in treating all people well and placing them into stable employment opportunities. Within my first 5 weeks with Manpower Professional I was able to find new employment opportunities for 5 professionals in Michigan. It is important to keep your glass half full and be optimistic with everyone you speak with when looking for a job. In many cases the person who wins the hiring manager over is not the most experienced but one with a positive, enthusiastic winning attitude!
Paul Short
| Job Title: |
Technology Solutions Manager |
| Company: |
Mi6 Group LLC |
| College: |
Macomb Community College, , Clinton Township, MI
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| High School: |
Eisenhower High School, Shelby Township, MI
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Mi6 Group was formed by myself and a group of high level sales executives that all reached a crossroads in their career and decided to form a company to provide sales and business outsourcing services to assist other companies by filling their gaps caused by cutbacks and downsizing. I have a background in IT, so my role within Mi6 is to provide the technical credibility during our sales process, along with taking any training courses specific to a client’s product/technology. I also maintain and implement all internal IT infrastructure, as well as designing and maintaining our website and social media networks.?
Priyan Weerappuli
| Job Title: |
Founder & Executive Director |
| Company: |
Open Source Science Project |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Psychology, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
West Bloomfield High School, West Bloomfield, MI
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After graduating from MSU, I spent three years developing a web-based platform where researchers and non-researchers can openly debate, discuss, and actively participate in meeting the challenges that our generation, and our world, will face in the years to come. To this end, in February I launched the research microfinance component of this platform that allows young researchers to propose research projects, and to receive funding (in the form of microinvestments) from the broader online community, in exchange for engaging in 'open-source' research practices - which means that all information and raw data produced during the research will be released unfiltered, and made openly available. Ultimately, my hope is that these efforts will succeed in cultivating a global culture of innovation and community!
In terms of my day-to-day work; I spend most days splitting time between communicating with academic researchers (professors, lecturers), responding to questions/concerns regarding the research microfinance platform and developing/managing the online environment. In addition, every so often, I also am privileged to speak with college/high school students regarding the importance of scientific research for ourselves and our future.
Alex Young
| Job Title: |
Account Executive |
| Company: |
jacAPPS |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Bachelors Degree in Advertising, Specialization in Public Relations, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
North Farmington High School, Farmington Hills, MI
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I am an Account Executive at jacAPPS (pronounced Jake-Apps), which is located in Southfield. I am responsible for the sales and marketing of SmartPhone applications for the iPhone, Blackberry and Android. I work closely with our customers and development group to help create interactive and strategic apps. I am lucky to be part of such a dynamic and motivated team.
jacAPPS is a the mobile marketing division of Jacobs Media, which has been in the media consulting business for nearly 28 years. jacAPPS, is a leading provider of mobile applications for businesses of all kinds, including The Detroit International Jazz Festival, Michigan Radio, WCSX, Dr. Drew, C-SPAN, public radio's "Car Talk," Dennis Miller, and many other established businesses and brands. Currently, we have developed over 140 apps that are available in the iTunes store, and we are located right here in Michigan.
Andra Sandy
| Job Title: |
Owner/Property Manager |
| Company: |
Secure Properties, LLC |
| College: |
Hawkeye Community College, Accounting, Waterloo, IA
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| High School: |
Waverly-Shell Rock Senior High School, Waverly, IA
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When the economy in Michigan started to take a turn downhill, my husband and I decided that even though the market was terrible for selling homes, it was better than ever to buy...so buy, buy, buy, we did and I started my own property management company, Secure Properties. Many of the properties we manage are properties that we have purchased ourselves, yet we also manage properties for other owners as well. Currently I am a member of IREM (Institute of Real Estate Management) and am planing to attain certifications in the Real Estate field.
Alisha Cieslak
| Job Title: |
Associate Attorney |
| Company: |
Grand & Grand PLLC |
| College: |
Wayne State University Law School, Juris Doctorate, Law, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Salem High School, Canton, MI
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Grand & Grand PLLC is a full service creditor's rights and civil litigation law firm. Our practice areas include general civil litigation, construction litigation, collections, insurance subrogation, landlord/tenant, mortgage priority disputes, foreclosures, and bankruptcy. We represent banks, private lenders, landlords, small businesses, and individuals. We also negotiate structured settlement sales. These practice areas are thriving in Michigan and the work is interesting. My role at the firm involves mostly writing motions and briefs, as well as appearing on behalf of clients at motion hearings and landlord/tenant hearings.
Karishma Guha
| Job Title: |
RN |
| Company: |
Beaumont Hospitals |
| College: |
University of Michigan, Masters of Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner Candidate, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Troy High School, Troy, MI
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As a critical care nurse at William Beaumont Hospital in Royal Oak, I not only receive fulfillment by caring for the ill, but also gain a sense of connection with my community members. The majority of the patients I care for suffer from advanced heart, lung, and kidney diseases. Understanding that the origins for these diseases are largely treatable, I aim to become a nurse practitioner with the intention to join the effort to educate and treat patients in order to reduce the risk of chronic illness.
Matthew Woods
| Job Title: |
Realtor |
| Company: |
Mutual Realty |
| College: |
Not Applicable, , ,
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| High School: |
Chaney High School, Youngstown, OH
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I'm a foreclosures specialist also dealing with short sales and credit repair.
Deena Gardner
| Job Title: |
Community Representative |
| Company: |
American Cancer Society |
| College: |
Clark Atlanta University, Mass Communications, Atlanta, GA
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| High School: |
Benedictine High School, Detroit, MI
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As a Community Representative; I recruit, develop, manage and empower volunteers to become involved in special event fund-raising, patient programs and advocacy work. My role also includes expanding the presence of the American Cancer Society throughout the Oak Park, Walled Lake, Commerce & Dearborn communities through the development and cultivation of constituent relationships.
Sara Roediger
| Job Title: |
Senior Planner |
| Company: |
West Bloomfield Township |
| College: |
University of Detroit Mercy, Sociology, Wayne State University, Urban Planning, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Hartland High School, Hartland, MI
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I help shape the future of West Bloomfield and help ensure it remains a great community! As the planner for West Bloomfield Township, my job is to help facilitate development in the Township. I review site plans and rezoning applications. I administer and prepare edits to the zoning ordinance. Recently, I began the process to update the Township's master plan, a document that describes the vision for the future of West Bloomfield. In addition, I oversee the CDBG grant program for the Township (distribution of federal funds to help low income and senior residents in the community) and the EECBG grant, part of the stimulus package, to improve energy efficiency at Township facilities to help West Bloomfield become a more sustainable community.
Sarah Gorajek
| Job Title: |
Online Events Coordinator |
| Company: |
BNP Media |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Eli Broad College of Business, BA Business Management, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Carlson High School, Gibraltar, MI
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It might be easier to describe what my job doesn't include! Our small department within BNP Media manages webinars and virtual trade shows for the over 60 B2B publications that we own. That puts about 15 magazines featuring about 70 webinars per year under my coordination. I stay very busy with everything from helping sales staff sell the product to managing every detail on live event day. Much of my time is spent creating promotions for each program and I'm very lucky to be able to incorporate my desire to be creative with my analytical skills to have a position which I truly love. I am always on my toes, but also able to immediately and effectively implement ideas that contribute to our company.
When I'm away from my desk, I volunteer for a 100% No-Kill Animal Rescue, Almost Home Animal Rescue League, based in Southfield, Michigan. It's a cause that I strongly believe in and work on the Fundraising/Events committee to create/promote/manage programs that raise money to help love these wonderful animals.
I love Detroit, the surrounding areas and Michigan. My hope is that we can pull together and once again become a place that people want to call home. Go Spartans!
Aisha J. Thomas
| Job Title: |
Real Estate Broker |
| Company: |
Thomas Agency |
| College: |
Wayne State University, Bachelor Degree, Masters Degree, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Cass Technical High School, Detroit, MI
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I am a Real Estate Broker, who specializes in Buyer Agency and Short Sales. I've worked in real estate for 9 years. My company also offers Home Retention Consulting. I've gained administration and management experience working in Corporate Fitness and for the City of Detroit.
Lynn Davidson
| Job Title: |
Marketing & Promotions Manager |
| Company: |
BNP Media |
| College: |
Western Michigan University, Haworth College of Business, Business Administration, Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Port Huron Northern High School, Port Huron, MI
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I create promotions targeted to our present and potential advertisers, promoting future issues and marketing opportunities. On a daily basis I work with publishers, IT, audience development, art directors and sales staff - in several different industries including: gaming, circuit boards, dairy foods, and the snack foods & bakery market. I promote our Custom Media department in which companies can partner with us to develop their own media, such as an e-Newsletter, video, magazine or webinar and I also coordinate all logistics for tradeshows that our magazines are involved with and contests that our magazines sponsor.
Previously, I was an Event Coordinator at BNP Media and executed B2B conferences and seminars held across the United States. I am also the volunteer co-Executive Director of the Miss Lake Huron Shores Scholarship Program, a local affiliate of the Miss America Scholarship Organization, which gives away more then $45 million dollars each year to the admirable young women that participate in it.
Amanda Bate
| Job Title: |
Communications Specialist |
| Company: |
Arzika |
| College: |
Dublin City University, Communications, Political and Public Communications, Dublin City, Ireland
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| High School: |
Lakeland High School, White Lake, MI
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Working at Arzika is both a pleasure and a challenge. I enjoy the freedom of brainstorming to come up with new and better ways to work on our events. At 23, I attend meetings and know that my opinion is listened to and taken into consideration or execution.
As the Communications Specialist at Arzika, I am able to wear many hats working within many different departments including PR, marketing, production and operations. Multi-tasking and time management are a must in my everyday life. While I enjoy having various tasks throughout the day, keeping up with all 4 departments is always a challenge.
My schedule changes hour to hour, I never know what I will be doing for what department and I love it! Working in such a fast paced environment makes the day go by so much faster and keeps from becoming monotonous.
Melissa L. Lecznar
| Job Title: |
Job Placement Manager/Human Resources |
| Company: |
Global Information Technology |
| College: |
Oakland University, Bachelor of Science, Human Resource Management, Rochester Hills, MI
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| High School: |
Utica High School, Utica, MI
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My responsible is to find students that have gone through IT training at Global Information Technology a job within Michigan. Currently I have been able to place several students with employment with major companies. In order to do this, I write students’ resumes, to highlight the necessary skills to find employment, I meet with students one on one to discuss interview techniques and perform mock interviews with students so they are comfortable to meet with companies in Michigan to “sell” their skills. I conduct job workshops that students attend to discuss topics involved in a job search. I continue to build relationships with Hiring Managers at companies and local Recruiters to seek out job opportunities for students. Most importantly, I build student’s confidence and motivate them to move on with their career. This an opportunity for me to use my skills to spend a considerable amount of time with assisting unemployed students with finding a new job. It feels good to share my experiences.
I also consult at Global Information Technology pertaining to Human Resource needs including creating company policies, employment laws, development of a detailed recruitment process for internal new hires and recruited candidates for our clients.
Colleen Casinelli
| Job Title: |
Sales Coordinator/Jr. Account Executive |
| Company: |
Citadel Media Networks |
| College: |
Western Michigan University, Haworth College, Business, Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Grosse Pointe North High School, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
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With my job there are two parts. I collaborate with Citadel Media and ESPN Audio Account Executives in preparing proposals for current and potential clients of network radio. I assist my colleagues in their day to day tasks such as adding, deleting and allocating radio schedules, pulling quarterly summary reports, complete post-buy analysis to evaluate delivery on client investment and communicate as a liaison between account executives and agency planners. I also manage administrative functions of the office, including annual operating budget. The second part of my job is selling Network Radio. Here at Citadel Media we reach 104 million listeners across 4,400 affiliate radio stations. Citadel Media Networks represents programming such as ESPN Audio, ABC News Radio as well as syndicate category leaders across the News/Talk, Hispanic and Urban formats with some of the leading national radio personalities on the air. Additionally, Citadel Media has an expansive digital media portfolio, including ESPNRadio.com, and KiddLive.com. I present advertising and sponsorship opportunities to current and prospective clients and agencies, creating customized proposals to help them reach their target audience. I truly love my career and enjoy coming to work each day.
Anna VanderMarliere
| Job Title: |
Producer and Board Operator |
| Company: |
97.1 The Ticket |
| College: |
Wayne State University, Radio/TV Broadcasting, D1 Womens Ice Hockey Program, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Lake Shore High School, St. Clair Shores, MI
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I feel very fortunate to have two jobs that I absolutely love! I'm a producer/board operator (DJ) for the Karsch and Anderson show on 97.1 The Ticket, WXYT. Working in sports radio has always been a dream of mine, and I couldnt ask for a better environment or better co-workers than I have at the Ticket. I have always been very proud to be from the best sports city in America, and having the opportunity to work for the flagship station for Detroits 4 major sports puts me right in the middle of the action. Everyday, I learn, laugh and interact with fascinating people and passionate Detroit sports fans.
Ten years ago, I turned one of my biggest passions into a profession. I am Goalie Coach for local AAA Ice Hockey organizations and high school programs; and 4 years ago started my own business, Point Blank Hockey School, LLC. Point Blank specialize's in on-ice and off-ice training for Goaltenders, Girls High School programs and Youth Skill and Development. Having grown up in St. Clair Shores, playing hockey has always been an enormous part of my life and provided me with friendships and memories that I hold dear to my heart. However, although playing was a blast, coaching gives me gratification beyond words. Seeing these children progress and gain confidence both on and off the ice, is an amazing feeling. This game has created so many opportunities for me and made so many of my dreams come true; if I can help just one player succeed and have those opportunities that they dream about, I will have accomplished my goal as a coach.
I look forward to going to work everyday and am so grateful to be from, live in and give back to Metro Detroit.
April Wagner
| Job Title: |
Owner & Artist |
| Company: |
Epiphany Studios |
| College: |
College for Creative Studies, Bachelor of Fine Arts, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Interlochen Arts Academy, Interlochen, MI
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I am responsible for designing, creating, marketing and selling hand blown fine art glass.
Amanda Hanna
| Job Title: |
Design and Marketing Specialist |
| Company: |
Arzika |
| College: |
Lawrence Technological University, School of Architecture and Design, Southfield, MI
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| High School: |
Grand Ledge High School, Grand Ledge, MI
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Not many people can say they landed their dream job right out of college, but that's exactly what happened to me. I joined the Arzika team and have watched the company nearly double in size since I came on board. In the events business, things are constantly changing and evolving and your to-do list changes on almost a minute-to-minute basis, which can be kind of crazy. As the design and marketing specialist, I spend most of my time doing design work, which includes everything from creating logos to designing marketing collateral to making website updates, and the other part focused on marketing. I love coming to work because every day holds new and exciting challenges and the people I work with are very supportive of each other. We have a great culture and laugh a lot, so even if we’re working long hours at least we’re having fun!
Alexis J. Williamson
| Job Title: |
Owner |
| Company: |
Le Salon |
| College: |
Lake Forest College, Bachelor of Arts, French & Econonoics, Lake Forest, IL
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| High School: |
Barrington High School, Barrington, IL
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I am responsible for providing Metro Detroit with the ultimate couture and boutique experience for your special occasion. We host multiple events and fashion shows through out the year including the Annual Crème de la Crème charity event every spring.
In addition, I am the Founder/Photographer for Volte Photos (www.voltephotos.com). Being a Volte Photographer requires a sincere approach to the photographic medium at the highest levels of art to capture photographic projects; which promote the local cultures, ceremonies and celebrations. Independently guided and intimate views of the local community that build awareness and support to the mission each photographer examines. Each project manifests in a variety of ways including but not limited to gallery exhibition, events, and collections.
I was also the Head Chair for Shop Detroit, one of Detroit Synergy's many projects. Detroit Synergy is an
all volunteer organization of Detroit and metro-area residents who
share a vision for Detroit and believe there are thousands of people
who, if given the opportunity, would bring their vision of a Detroit
alive and awaken the potential of one of the world's most misunderstood
metropolises.
Angela Miller
| Job Title: |
Director of Communications |
| Company: |
Detroit Country Day School |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Ernest W. Seaholm High School, Birmingham, MI
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My job is great because everyday varies. I am able to spend my time doing everything from photography, to writing and editing, to website work. I am responsible for the management of the external school website, the dissemination and creation of the school's electronic newsletter, as well as the public relations and communications efforts of the school. I have a great deal of interaction with parents and students, as well as local journalists. I am the co-editor of the school's alumni magazine "The Beehive" and am always looking to Country Day's vast alumni community and past and current staff and faculty members to come up with most interesting story ideas.
My position falls under the school's department of external affairs and I spend a large portion of my day working together with my co-workers on a wide range of projects. It is a small department, but we all work together well and laugh a lot, which makes it fun to come to work.
Sean-Michael Liberatore
| Job Title: |
IT Manager & National Medical Scheduler |
| Company: |
Comprehensive Medical Evaluations |
| College: |
Davenport University, , Warren, MI
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| High School: |
Warren Woods Tower Highschool, Warren, MI
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We provide comprehensive medical evaluations of the highest quality, reliability and integrity in support of unbiased determinations based upon a thorough assessment of available medical evidence.
Angela Russell
| Job Title: |
Account Executive |
| Company: |
Venator Staffing |
| College: |
Western Michigan University, Haworth College of Business, Sales & Business Marketing, Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Dearborn High School, Dearborn, MI
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As a business development consultant with Venator, my role is to build and maintain relationships with Human Resource professionals and Accounting & Finance Managers in the Metro Detroit area. In gaining a good understanding of my client's work environment and needs from both a technical and soft-skills standpoint, I'm able to communicate to our recruiting team and create the best candidate-client match possible for contract and permanent placements. I specialize in Accounting & Finance, Purchasing and Human Resource positions from the Clerk to Manager Level, and my clients are generally small to medium sized firms within the industries of Not-for-Profit, Manufacturing, Insurance, Healthcare and Advertising.
Being in a field that enables me to constantly meet and network with new people while helping others in their career search has been highly rewarding to me. Especially in Detroit’s highly competitive job market, companies and candidates have to be able to trust their staffing consultant. Let me know if I can help you or someone you know!
Matt Glynn
| Job Title: |
Senior Recruiter |
| Company: |
RESOURCE - The Smart Workforce Solutions Company |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Eli Broad School of Business, Marketing, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
West Iron County High School, Iron River, MI
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I help individuals in the IT, Marketing, Engineering, and Finance industries improve and advance their careers. I’m not just interested in the here and the now, but rather I want to learn where you see yourself in 5, 10, 20 years. Ultimately, every day of your life will impact that. RESOURCE works with a very diverse and respected set of clients nationwide who understand the value of each individual contributor within their businesses.
Brian Macias
| Job Title: |
Vice President of Sales |
| Company: |
MyInsuranceExpert |
| College: |
University of Michigan, Literature, Science, and Arts, Economics, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
Farmington High School, Farmington, MI
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I have the honor of leading our quickly growing team of over 70 passionate, highly-trained, dedicated, and caring Insurance Advisors at MyInsuranceExpert.com. Through my team, I'm ultimately responsible for the acquisition, retention, and world-class care of all MyInsuranceExpert clients throughout the entire United States. That consists of actively coaching and inspiring each team member to reach his or her full potential through providing them the encouragement, training, tools, feedback, and support necessary to be successful in serving our clients.
Stephanie Angelyn Casola
| Job Title: |
Account Executive/Content Manager |
| Company: |
Publicity Works |
| College: |
Michigan State University, College of Communication, Arts & Sciences, Journalism, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Rochester Adams High School, Rochester Hills, MI
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In January 2009 I stepped away from the career I loved and had never imagined leaving. After working for more than a decade as a full-time reporter covering arts, entertainment and news across metro Detroit, I watched newspapers, magazines and media outlets shrink and collapse around me. I knew I had to find a new way to use my writing skills and media experience. I had worked as a freelance copywriter for Publicity Works in the past and had a great working relationship with both Lisa Maas, the president of Publicity Works, and PR Manager Jim Miller.
The moment I announced I was leaving journalism and looking to make the move into public relations, they were both very supportive. I was hired on in a temporary capacity for a position that quickly led to my current full-time job as an account executive and content manager. I hope I was able to bring a reporter's perspective to our work, a sort of insider's understanding of deadlines, newsroom culture and story angles. I also made the move at a key time as social media began to take hold and transform in the industry. On my first week of work, Lisa suggested I read David Meerman Scott's The New Rules of PR and Marketing. With so much new to explore in the realm of social media, I was really drawn to the myriad of ways we are able to help share our clients' messages.
At Publicity Works I was encouraged to jump in with both feet and learn the PR ropes from every angle. I still spend much of my days writing – though now it is more often in the form of new business proposals, press materials and correspondence with reporters or clients. I love the fact that, as in my previous career, my days are never predictable. There is always a new challenge to tackle. We work with a wide range of clients – from restaurants to fashion taste-makers, non-profits and unions to financial experts. The approach changes to suit the needs of each one. I'm constantly researching some new topic. I've spent mornings looking on as one of our chef's cook on television; days running around Fashion in Detroit runways to connect reporters with designers; and evenings supporting charitable events we've promoted. The work is fast-paced, interesting and unpredictable.
To keep my inner-journalist happy, I write a blog and freelance whenever there is time and opportunity to do so. I've found that as long as I'm doing work that I believe can make a difference, or shed light on something wonderful happening in the metro Detroit area, then I've accomplished something worthwhile. I feel lucky to continue to have that opportunity each day.
Angela Crooker
| Job Title: |
Technical Recruiter |
| Company: |
MEDA Engineering and Technical Services, LLC |
| College: |
Oakland University, Bachelor of Arts, Communications, Rochester, MI
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| High School: |
L'Anse Creuse High School, Harrison Township, MI
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I assist professionals in the Engineering, Finance, and IT industries to find their next career move. My job is not only about assisting a professional with finding their next career move but it's also to help build a relationship with them. I guide people everyday by giving them advice on how to improve their resume and by seeing where they would like to see their career heading within the next 20 years. The most rewarding part of my job is when a person I'm working with gets the job they have been pursuing. It's very gratifying to know that you assisted someone with their future.
Stephen Fromwiller
| Job Title: |
Director – Digital Strategy |
| Company: |
Speedshape |
| College: |
Northwood University, Bachelor Degree, Marketing/Business Management/Advertising, Midland, MI
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| High School: |
Marlette High School, Marlette, MI
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At Speedshape – we create content that is used for Broadcast, Print, and Digital. My role is to help ensure integration of the client’s content into all digital media. I am also responsible for the development of new business relationships in the digital space – creative, technology, and media.
Brian Warneck
| Job Title: |
Research Associate and GfK On-site Analyst at General Motors |
| Company: |
GfK Automotive |
| College: |
University of Michigan- Dearborn, , Dearborn, MI
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| High School: |
Cabrini High School, Allen Park, MI
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As the GfK On-Site Analyst at General Motors, I field ad hoc data requests from dozens of clients within various levels of GM. These projects range from basic data pulls to creating and analyzing standardized quarterly reports. In addition to supporting my clients at General Motors, I create reporting templates and standards for GfK Automotive.
Justin Fisette
| Job Title: |
Account Coordinator |
| Company: |
Tanner Friedman |
| College: |
Central Michigan University, College of Communication and Fine Arts, Public Relations Department, Mount Pleasant, MI
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| High School: |
Grayling High School, Grayling, MI
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Everything I can do to make my clients happy, which includes lots of writing, message development and media relations. From crafting key messages and writing Web site copy to telling their stories’ any way possible, my days center around making sure more people hear about my clients and what they’re doing to positively impact others’ lives.
Sarah Sherwood
| Job Title: |
Development Officer |
| Company: |
Judson Center |
| College: |
Michigan State University, College of Communications and Arts, Communications with specialization in Public Relations, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Rochester Adams High School, Rochester Hills, MI
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I direct all special event fundraising initiatives with volunteer committees to raise funds for Judson Center specifically the annual golf outing, dinner gala and awards ceremony.
Lauren Maiman MacKellar
| Job Title: |
Public Relations Consultant |
| Company: |
CKC Public Relations |
| College: |
Boston University, College of Communication, Boston, MA
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| High School: |
Wylie E. Groves High School, Birmingham, MI
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I am a Public Relations Consultant for a woman-owned, full-service, boutique PR firm in Farmington Hills.
Molly Melamed
| Job Title: |
Executive Director |
| Company: |
Camp Casey |
| College: |
Michigan State University, School of Journalism, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Walled Lake Western High School, Commerce, MI
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I organize and operate a nonprofit horseback riding program for children with cancer and their families.
Kaylee Hawkins
| Job Title: |
Account Coordinator |
| Company: |
Tanner Friedman |
| College: |
Oakland University, College of Arts and Sciences, BA in Journalism, Minor in Communication and English, Rochester, MI
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| High School: |
Madison High School, Madison Heights, MI
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As an account coordinator at Tanner Friedman, I’m able to help create, implement and manage strategically developed communications plans to meet the needs of our clients. Our firm does not believe in a “one size fits all” approach, so I’m able to custom tailor plans using traditional, new, social and other mediums. I’m also able to take on non-traditional projects fitting my previous experiences, including assisting the development of programs for nonprofit organizations and co-coordinating our firm’s internship and student support programs.
In addition to my day-to-day activities at the office, I am also heavily involved in community service and education, both locally and statewide. I represent Tanner Friedman as a guest lecturer on a variety of topics relating to journalism and public relations for select courses/organizations at local universities, including Oakland University, Wayne State University and UM Flint. I serve as vice president of the board of directors for Oakland University’s student-run newspaper, The Oakland Post, and sit as community service chair for Fusion, the Detroit Regional Chamber’s young professionals group. I’m also a conference planning/board member in the Director of Communications position for Michigan Youth Leadership (MYLead,) a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to developing leadership potential in Michigan’s youth.
Dave Lemieux
| Job Title: |
Marketing Coordinator |
| Company: |
Biznet Internet Solutions |
| College: |
Oakland University, Bachelor Degree, Rochester Hills, MI
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| High School: |
Stevenson High School, Sterling Heights, MI
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My career with Biznet began in February of 09’ as an intern. I signed up with Oakland University’s career services in January of 09’ and within a month I received a phone call for an interview. They said they saw my resume on Oakland’s database (I didn’t even reach out to them!) and brought me in. I was ecstatic and a little nervous given it was my first interview for a possible “career job,” but I nailed it and got the paid internship I was hoping for. While pursuing a degree in Business Marketing I knew this was the perfect opportunity for me to jump-start my career! Over the following months I gained a vast amount of knowledge on digital marketing, social media, and the importance of communicating effectively. Come September business was starting to boom and I was offered a full-time position as Marketing Coordinator. I was overjoyed and didn’t even think twice; I took the offer.
My responsibilities today include website copy writing and tweaking, search engine optimization, article and video distribution, analyzing metrics, social media monitoring, building client relationships...basically the behind the scenes stuff that helps companies websites get ranked higher in search engines (Google, Yahoo, Bing...etc). I love what I do and I love the team I work with (probably most important factor for a successful business). The most rewarding part for me is seeing these campaigns, that we work so hard on, succeed and drive traffic along with potential business to their websites.
Melanie Hurst
| Job Title: |
Special Events Coordinator |
| Company: |
Petruzzello's Banquet and Conference Center |
| College: |
Michigan State University, School of Hospitality, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Grosse Pointe North High School, Grosse Pointe Woods, MI
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I plan and execute events such as weddings, fundraisers, holiday parties, corporate functions, product launches and proms. Responsible for handling the marketing for Petruzzello's Banquet & Conference Center as well as Petruzzello's Special Events Productions & Catering.
John Skok
| Job Title: |
Associate |
| Company: |
McIntosh Poris Associates |
| College: |
University of Detroit Mercy, School of Architecture, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Lake Orion High School, Lake Orion, MI
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Since joining MPA, I have been project manager on many great design projects. My experience with each differs. I usually am involved from project development/conception through to the ribbon cutting, really, whatever needs to be done to deliver a great product. I have been very fortunate to work with diverse and uniquely talented individuals at MPA to deliver projects such as Club Panacea in Detroit, the YMCA Renaissance Center, Detroit Athletic Club renovations, Franklin Hills Country Club renovations, the Lofts at 400 Parent Street in Royal Oak, a private Tree House in Bloomfield Hills, UNICA Home Retail Store in Las Vegas, Steamworks in Toronto, the Harris Russo Salon in Rochester Hills and many, many more. I now find myself working in all segments whether it is light commercial/retail, single/multi-family housing, hospitality, planning, institutional, and small budget/unique projects.
Jordana Luck
| Job Title: |
Sales Coordinator |
| Company: |
Arzika |
| College: |
Centro Universitário Positivo, Juris Doctorate degree, Curitiba, Brazil
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| High School: |
International School of Curitiba, Paraná, Brazil
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I am the Sales Coordinator for Arzika, LLC. With strength in research and records keeping, I support the Arzika team on each project with a meticulous attention to detail. I focus on bringing in new opportunities and contributing to the success of the sales team. I am the ultimate networker and connector.
My work history includes such positions as advisor to the Minister and Civil Servant to the Head Chief of the Ministry of Justice and Citizenship for the State of Paraná, Brazil. I was a key player in the collaboration and development of the Minister's strategies. I also developed strategies and talked to voters about political concerns and networked with politicians and all ranks of government officials while working for PMDB in the Governor's 2007 Campaign. Prior to my experience in the Brazilian Government, I worked for a prestigious law firm in Curitiba, Pereira Dabul that worked in conjunction with Deloitte, where I drafted and translated contracts, worked directly with clients and was in charge of legal procedures.
Doug Menzer
| Job Title: |
Marketing Director/Owner |
| Company: |
Biznet Internet Solutions |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Bachelor of Applied Arts, Communications, Bachelor of Science, Psychology, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Allen Park High School, Allen Park, MI
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Controlled chaos is a great oxymoron and - it's how I feel my career has evolved over the past few years. Shortly after graduating from MSU (in May 2000) and winning my first full-time position at VSI Holdings, my mother, father, grandparents and close mentor's advice came true once again. Nothing comes easy (especially in Detroit.) I had found a great company to work for (side by side with 100's of great people) and it didn't work out. Not because I was fired, but the large holding company closed the doors and it was time for all of us to roll up our sleeves and move on.
I thrived on the spontaneity of that first job – so I immediately went back to work for a great company that I did an internship for in 1998 called Budco: The Dialogue Company. I was fortunate enough to have several management roles at Budco and worked under great leadership who had an entrepreneurial spirit. I admired many of the great mentors and witnessed how loyalty, leadership, passion and IT expertise aided in the company's incredible growth.
During my own entrepreneurial moonlighting gig starting in 2005 (with a partner based out of Saginaw), we successfully facilitated the rapid growth of an emerging ecommerce surgical supply company, Freshmenz Marketing Group. We aggressively winning several major Group Purchasing Organization (GPO) RFP’s. Then after strategically acquiring funding in late 2006 by a Management Company based out of Saginaw, Michigan, we opened a new office in Wixom, MI and I worked with organizations such as the Michigan Economic Development Corporation (MEDC) to help the surgical supply company network in Southeast Michigan to promote breakthrough growth. In early 2007, with this great entrepreneurial success in the surgical supply business, I carried on to other consultation jobs (with CJPS Enterprises) within the healthcare industry prior to joining SmartFinds Internet Marketing, entering back into marketing communications full time.
Today, having had experience with many fortune 100 clients and developing many great relationships built on trust, hard work and integrity, my vision (along with my partners) for our region is growth. My background is extremely diversified so I'm comfortable with clients in the automotive, non-profit, healthcare and retail industries, which is perfectly suited for building digital marketing and social media strategies. At Biznet, our team works hard - and long hours are sometimes necessary due to the company's growth with large projects and a large amount of new projects. Recently, I have been fortunate to work with many great people who are just as determined to continue moving the ball forward. If jobs don't exist, let's create them… There is certainly enough work to go around!
Jennifer Weesies
| Job Title: |
Marketing Coordinator |
| Company: |
Biznet Internet Solutions |
| College: |
Ferris State University, Bachelors of Science in Business, Public Relations, Grand Rapids, MI
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| High School: |
East Kentwood High School, Kentwood, MI
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I just recently made the move to the East side of Michigan to kick off my career at Biznet Internet Solutions. Here I work on developing and carrying out digital marketing and social media strategies including content distribution campaigns, SEO/SEM, social media training, and much more. It has been such an exciting switch from traditional public relations to digital public relations and marketing! I enjoy being able to show clients near instant results from my efforts and provide them with a strong return on investment. It is great to be in the position to lead businesses to market and communicate online where their customers already are; I am committed to continuing to create new ways to help businesses keep up with the changing world.
Jeff Schmitt
| Job Title: |
Senior Producer |
| Company: |
ePrize |
| College: |
Western Michigan University, Haworth College of Business, Bachelors in Marketing and Communications
, Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Mona Shores High School, Norton Shores, MI
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ePrize is the global leader of interactive promotions- we work with 74 of the top 100 brands, such as Coca-Cola, Disney, Proctor and Gamble, Clorox, The Gap and Dell. Our goal is to connect brands directly to consumers by motivating specific behavior (i.e. purchases, website visits, referrals). ePrize designs and manages all aspects of interactive promotions ranging from online sweepstakes to large scale points-based loyalty programs.
As a Senior Producer for ePrize, I weave dreams on a regular basis, ensuring that my client's objectives are met by engaging consumers through online interactive campaigns and media events.
Jason Arnet
| Job Title: |
Human Resources Recruiter |
| Company: |
New World Systems |
| College: |
Western Michigan University, Aviation Flight Science, Business Administration, Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Tolland High School, Tolland, CT
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At New World Systems I am responsible for the recruiting initiatives of our Software Development team and executive level Sales Professionals on the East Coast. I work in a team based environment where we successfully complete our hiring and growth needs. Day in and day out I scour the industry searching for high level team members to potentially join our team. Coupled with a strong focus on college recruiting at local universities (UofM, MSU, and Oakland University to name a few) I am involved with finding other creative ways to market and spread the success story of New World to the public. We like to let everyone know that we are a strong growth company and just last year in 2008 we brought on over 90 team members and are on a similar growth plan this year. Along with the standard recruiting responsibilities, I also contribute to our Human Resource needs which consist of our ongoing organizational development practices, new hire orientations, and any other tasks that come up on a daily basis that need to be addressed. I have great pride in my career here since I know that my actions and efforts directly impact the success of New World. Who I bring on board and their success within the organization is a direct reflection of myself and I always get a great feeling out of seeing team members that I hired win various internal awards and recognitions.
Josh Goldstein
| Job Title: |
Retail Associate |
| Company: |
LaKritz-Weber & Company |
| College: |
Eastern Michigan University, , Ypsilanti, MI
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| High School: |
Ann Arbor Pioneer High School, Ann Arbor, MI
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I am a retail real estate broker who specializes in Landlord and Tenant representation. I help tenants find space and landlords find tenants and make sure that everyone gets the best deal possible.
Justin Williams
| Job Title: |
Photo is attached Business Solutions Systems Engineer |
| Company: |
Bright House Networks |
| College: |
Western Michigan University, , Kalamazoo, MI
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| High School: |
Redford Union High School, Redford, MI
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At Bright House Networks, I spearhead product engineering activities. This includes proof of concept, requirements definition, development or acquisition, integration, testing, and deployment of strategic HSD, Fiber, Business Phone and IP Trunking products. Additionally, I act as the pre- and post- sales technical liaison for Business Solutions customers. I am responsible for the understanding of PBX and Key Systems and how they will be integrated with out IP Trunking product. I am also responsible for understanding potential customer's needs based on the possible growth of their company. At times I am required to evaluate vendor products and vendor’s capabilities and assure technical competency and completeness of material presented to prospective Business Solutions customers. Also, I communicate with other members of the Business Solutions pre-sales/sales team to develop training initiatives that will enhance the effectiveness of the sales personnel. I leverage a combination of advanced technical aptitude and consultative capabilities with a strategic vision. I love my job.
Katrina Campau
| Job Title: |
Business Owner & Entrepreneur |
| Company: |
Dynamisis, LLC |
| College: |
Northwood University, , Midland, MI
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| High School: |
Capac High School, Capac, MI
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From team-building to business-building strategies, we develop customized trainings that fit the corporate culture and objectives of my clients. Our team is dedicated to building lasting partnerships with our clients while providing the very best in customer care and service. Assisting our clients in achieving breakthroughs in business is our main goal. We develop business leaders in the area of self and corporate development. One client said, "Dynamisis consultants are like having a personal trainer for the mind and business." ... Is your business in shape?
Andrea Wilmes
| Job Title: |
Director of Marketing and Communications |
| Company: |
Beringea |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Eli Broad College of Business and the Honors College, Marketing, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Waterford Mott High School, Waterford, MI
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As the Director of Marketing and Communications at Beringea, I guide the company’s brand strategy and communications efforts, in addition to day-to-day marketing and public relations tasks. I also provide on-going marketing and PR consulting services to Beringea’s global portfolio companies. Beringea is an international private equity and investment banking firm with offices in Detroit, Los Angeles, London and Shanghai. Beringea's funds invest in a range of small- to medium-sized companies with the potential for high growth and strong returns for investors.
Kevin Smith
| Job Title: |
Production Manager |
| Company: |
S3 Entertainment Group |
| College: |
Michigan State University, Eli Broad School of Business, Finance, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Bloomfield Hills Lahser High School, Bloomfield Hills, MI
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As the Production Manager @ S3, I manage all day to day operations, manage an office of seven, assist new film projects in setting up shop in Michigan. I also manage the FIT Film Industry Training Program and help graduates with resumes, internships and job placement, as well as manage all marketing and social media.
I am also the Founder and Business Director @ Live to Give Foundation, where I manage all business operations and a team of 9. I handle all finances, expenses, growth, forecasting, business & event planning. Go to livetogivefoundation.org for more information.
Rita Proctor
| Job Title: |
Research Specialist |
| Company: |
Gas Station TV |
| College: |
University of Tennessee-Knoxville, Advertising and Public Relations, Knoxville, TN
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| High School: |
Hemlock High School, Hemlock, MI
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Currently I manage Gas Station TV's market research programs and initiatives including planning, management, analysis, and reporting. Additionally, I work with a team of individuals who provide support to our national sales staff (developing client proposals, presentations, and marketing materials, etc).
Laurie Palazzolo
| Job Title: |
Sourcing and Marketing Specialist |
| Company: |
MTS Driver Recruiters |
| College: |
Henry Ford Community College, , Dearborn, MI
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| High School: |
Annapolis High School, Dearborn Heights, MI
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MTS Driver Recruiters is the industry leader in outsourced driver recruitment solutions for private and commercial truck fleets nationwide. We work with many well-known private carriers such as Frito, Kraft, Sysco, Ryder and Kmart.
My main responsibility is to continually build and maintain the company’s national marketing presence. I achieve this by consistently enhancing our Internet and Direct marketing campaigns with a large emphasis on Social Media Marketing. I also perform sourcing functions to ensure the growth of our national proprietary database that currently contains over 330,000 candidates.
The favorite part of my position is the ability to “think outside the box”. I feel lucky to be in a team-oriented environment that offers encouragement for both personal and career growth. On top of loving what I do, my co-workers are intelligent and dedicated professionals who make me enjoy coming into work each day!
Chelsea Prudhomme
| Job Title: |
Sales & Marketing Coordinator |
| Company: |
Malace & Associates |
| College: |
Northwood University, Entertainment, Sports and Promotional Management & Marketing, Language Arts, Midland, MI
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| High School: |
Waterford Kettering High School, Waterford, MI
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I am the new Sales & Marketing Coordinator at Malace & Associates headquarters in Troy, MI. This position requires that I am responsible for expanding company clientele and promotional growth across the country by means of marketing research, networking, target market data collection and analysis, and public relations. Malace International is rapidly expanding across the nation and being a part of the experience is a true honor. I am personally striving to continue building Malace & Associates and Malace International into a well known name in the HR Management Industry while making a home with a company that has shown me the true meaning of profitable expansion and growth by determination.
Rob Snar
| Job Title: |
Senior Account Executive |
| Company: |
Saras America, Inc. |
| College: |
Wayne State University, , Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Roseville High School, Roseville, MI
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IT Solutions and Staffing provided to new and existing client accounts. I develop, enhance, and maintain client relationships with various US -based corporations and am the key customer contact for Saras America’s suite of service offerings.
Michael Savoni
| Job Title: |
Account Coordinator |
| Company: |
Eisbrenner Public Relations |
| College: |
Michigan State University, College of Communication Arts and Sciences, Communications with specializations in Public Relations and Spanish, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Salem High School, Canton, MI
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I am responsible for providing business-to-business and business-to-consumer public relations and integrated marketing communications support for several technology, automotive and alternative energy clients. My day-to-day responsibilities include developing and executing client communication and marketing plans, social media strategy and implementation, developing communication strategy, fostering and maintaining media relationships, various forms of writing and market research support.
As a millennial with years of hands-on experience using social media, I also play a key role in the Eisbrenner Public Relations strategic social media practice, providing research and social media strategy and implementation both internally and for clients.
Ashli C. Bobo
| Job Title: |
Manger, B-Experiential (Experiential Marketing Division) and Public Relations |
| Company: |
Berline |
| College: |
Wayne State University, Masters Degree, Corporate Communications, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Wayne High School, Huber Heights, OH
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I plan and execute promotions and product launches, develop experiential marketing activities for clients and write and distribute press releases and other media documents. I also pitch and secure media placements for product launches and experiential marketing campaigns and facilitate brand ambassador training sessions. I develop and execute social media campaigns for clients in the quick food service and financial industries as well as plan and provide on-site support for events including press conferences and galas, among other events.
Jeff Wolfe
| Job Title: |
Art Director |
| Company: |
SFA |
| College: |
Wayne State University, , Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Wylie E. Groves High School, Birmingham, MI
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I am responsible for designing Print, Online, Direct Mail and Outdoor advertising for local Michigan businesses.
Susanne Moussally
| Job Title: |
Account Executive |
| Company: |
Hour Detroit |
| College: |
Michigan State University, College of Communication Arts & Sciences, Advertising, East Lansing, MI
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| High School: |
Chippewa Valley High School, Clinton Township, MI
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At HOUR Media, each day is different and exciting. New challenges and opportunities never fail to present themselves. As an Account Executive, I take on the task of successfully reaching and exceeding all sales goals. I accomplish this by both maintaining business and continuously prospecting new business. I am also responsible for providing superior and knowledgeable customer service. It is my duty to serve as an advocate for my clients, while also being precise and efficient during each aspect of the sales process. I also have the pleasure of entertaining clients and ensuring that all of their advertising goals and expectations are not only met, but exceeded as well.
Ashley Woods
| Job Title: |
Leasing Agent/Marketing |
| Company: |
Urbane Apartments |
| College: |
Wayne State University, English, Political Science, Detroit, MI
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| High School: |
Academy of the Sacred Heart, Bloomfield Hills, MI
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I work for Urbane Apartments, which owns and manages 12 totally hip, modern, refurbished buildings in Royal Oak, Birmingham, and Ferndale. In my new position, I'll help in the office and with leasing, as well as pitching some new ideas for advertising and sponsorship sales. I'll also be tackling my first big project. That's transforming the company blog, The Urbane Life, into a revenue-earning online magazine.
Maureen Sheridan
| Job Title: |
Human Resources Assistant |
| Company: |
U.S. Medical Management |
| College: |
Grand Valley State University, Siedman School of Business, Grand Rapids, MI
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| High School: |
Walled Lake Central, Walled Lake, MI
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I am responsible for providing HR support at the corporate office of a rapidly expanding health care organization, overseeing five subsidiaries. My position encompasses all facets of HR, including recruitment, retention, worker's compensation, benefits, merit increases, unemployment, new hire orientation and employee relations.
Jonathan Parks
| Job Title: |
Pre-College Program Coordinator/GEAR UP Administrator |
| Company: |
Oakland University |
| College: |
Oakland University, Communications, Public Administration, Rochester, MI
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| High School: |
Communication and Media Arts, Detroit, MI
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GEAR UP is a federal program responsible for targeting potential first generation college students. I have a cohort of 900 students that I coordinate programs for; giving them the skills, encouragement and preparation to pursue a college education. For more information, please check out my website at www.jdparks.com.
Laura Farms
| Job Title: |
Internet Marketing Coordinator |
| Company: |
Sun Communities |
| College: |
University of Michigan- Dearborn, Bachelor of Arts, Communications, Dearborn, MI
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| High School: |
Dondero High School, Royal Oak, MI
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I maintain and update Web content, run Web marketing campaigns on search engines and external Web sites, assist community managers with marketing activities and provide assistance related to social media marketing.
Ari Fischman
| Job Title: |
Principal |
| Company: |
Simplified Benefits |
| College: |
Queens College, Bachelor of Arts, Business & Liberal Arts, Queens, NY
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| High School: |
Tab, Brooklyn, NY
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I work with individuals, families, & businesses, to fulfill their insurance needs as it pertains to life and health insurance. I work with several large & small insurers nationwide so depending on the client’s needs, I can find them a solution that is within their budget.
Phuong Le
| Job Title: |
CEO |
| Company: |
ONO Inc. |
| College: |
University of Michigan, Schoolcraft Culinary Arts, Ann Arbor, MI
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| High School: |
East Kentwood High School, Kentwood, MI
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As a Certified Tea Master, I create delicious tea blends that complement a person's lifestyle. As CEO, I oversees design, marketing, promotion, delivery and quality of programs, products and services.