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Midstate College (June 2000 - Present)

Peoria, Illinois

Instructor of Business Administration

Currently teaching a wide variety of Business courses from Introduction to Business to Managerial Finance. Most of the curriculum is a combination of lecture, class discussion, tests, and projects.

I was born in Peoria Illinois and attended Peoria High School. I lived in Denver for 13 years and returned to Peoria in 1996. Currently, I am working towards a PHD from Illinois State University. In addition, I have business experience in both Banking and Management consulting. During my off hours, I enjoy golf, physical fitness, and I am an avid reader.

Education

• PHD in Educational Administration (Pursuing)
  Illinois State University

  Working towards a PHD degree that involves a combination classroom studies and research.

• MBA, 1983
  Southern Illinois University Carbondale

  Received Masters degree with a concentration in Finance.

• BA, 1979
  Monmouth College

  Received Bachelors degree from Monmouth College which is a small liberal arts college in Monmouth, Illinois

Work Experience

• Midstate College (2000–present)
  Instructor

  Midstate College (June 2000 - Present)
  
  Peoria, Illinois
  
  Instructor of Business Administration
  
  Currently teaching a wide variety of Business courses from Introduction to Business to Managerial Finance. Most of the curriculum is a combination of lecture, class discussion, tests, and projects.

• Homeamerica Mortgage (1991–1994)
  Mortgage Sales Coordinator

  Originated loans through persistent sales calls to Realtors and Builders. Teamed with co-workers to meet customers' needs quickly and accurately. Learned to handle tough customers to reach mutually beneficial solutions. Originated, processed and closed greater than $20,000,000 in loans for 1993.

• Johnson and West Consultants (1985–1986)
  Management Consultant

  Counseled clients to maximize earnings through revenue producing and cost cutting techniques. Listened to management and employees explain their problems and created solutions to make their jobs easier. Helped a large Minneapolis defense contractor save $600,000 in annual costs.

Awards and Certifications

• Certificate of Achievement, 2009

  Award given to participants who attended a discussion on how to motivate and teach students from low income families.

• Academic Quality Improvement Project award, 2004

  Award given to participants in a regional conference to improve quality of education in higher education