EDUCATION

University of Colorado                          Denver, Colorado                              July 2006
M.B.A   -  Overall G.P.A. 3.7
                                                                                                           
University of Denver                             Denver, Colorado                         August 2005
B.S.B.A  (Major: Marketing - Minor: French)   -  Overall G.P.A. 3.8

AWARDS AND HONOR SOCIETIES

• Mu Kappa Tau      National Marketing Honor Society                    Inducted 2005

• Golden Key International Honor Society                                        Inducted 2004

• Phi Sigma Iota       Foreign Language Honor Society                    Inducted 2002

• Dean’s List Honor Roll at the University of Denver : 5 quarters (3.75 or above)

EMPLOYMENT EXPERIENCE

US Concepts                                        Denver, Colorado                         2004-present

US Concepts is an event marketing company that provides custom marketing solutions that connect consumers and brands efficiently and effectively.

On-Site Manager/Brand Ambassador

• Establish brand image through strategic promotional activities
• Locate and interact with target market to increase brand awareness
• Understand the needs and behavior of the target market
• Leadership responsibilities include managing a team of Brand Ambassadors, corresponding with account managers and preparing in-depth event reports

French-American Chamber of Commerce       Denver, Colorado              2005-present

FACC is a non-profit organization that aims to encourage and promote economic, commercial exchanges and dynamic trades between France and the RockyMountain Region while providing members with related services.

Marketing Intern

• Event planning and execution including logistics coordination
• Fundraising activities entailing donor communications
• Generate excitement and support for special events through consistent interaction with prospective donors and members

Office of Tourism                              Villard de Lans, France                                 2004

The L’Office de Tourisme is a non-profit/government-funded organization which seeks to attract, educate and entertain tourists from around the world.

Translator and Community Activities Assistant

• Organize, promote and execute tourist events
• Translate interviews for local media

INTERNATIONAL EXPERIENCE

• Member of the International Living and Learning Community at the University of Denver
• Francoscope Officer 2004, 2003, 2002 French Club at the University of Denver-planning activities and managing finances for the program has developed organizational and multi-tasking skills. Positions include treasurer, secretary and communications officer.
• Member of the 2003 and 2004 United States Collegiate National Taekwondo Team- through international travel experiences to numerous different countries, developed inter-personal communication skills, language skills and cultural understanding.
• Relevant coursework includes International Studies, International Living and Learning Community courses and a travel course to Costa Rica .