JENNIFER I. MILLER
P.O. Box 1751, 600A Gold Dust Dr. Frisco, CO 80443 [Send email using form at
bottom] [Send email to request phone number] 85-3818
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EXPERIENCE
Independent Consultant, Home Office/Telecommuting, Frisco, CO May 2007 -
Present
Provide business, marketing, computer and Internet, administrative, financial
and customer service and expertise to clients in various industries and fields
such as finance and investment, education, health care, and media. Please see
“Additional Experience…” for more details on my home office, equipment, software,
etc.
Largest Clients
Prima Equity Partners, Edwards, CO May 2007 - Present
Peak Capital Resources, Edwards, CO May 2007 - Present
*Performing credit and background checks on new clients and investors
*Creating and developing forms and templates
*Working with IT department and design to keep content on websites updated and
relevant
*Maintaining communication and acting as liaison between the company and
investors/clients
*Maintaining investor and client records that include contact and financial
information
*Collecting data needed to keep all investor and client records up-to-date and
accurate
*Assisting, as needed, with due diligence research on new investment
opportunities
*Archive, organize & back-up all investor files, forms, important documents,
client files, employee information, etc.
*Tracking monetary commitment amounts, wires sent/received, and providing
time-stamped confirmation receipts to investors for new investment launches
*Assisting investors with necessary documentation and follow-up material
*Reviewing, proofreading and editing communication materials prior to
distribution to public
*Editing and updating documents/forms needed for new investments, factoring
documents, etc.
*Providing extensive development, editing and updating of any Adobe forms and
templates
*Writing and distributing monthly newsletter to current, new and potential
factoring clients
*Developing and maintaining database of new potential clients and funding
resource contacts
*Managing and tracking new inquiries from website and other resources
*Designing and creating flyers, brochures, etc., as needed *Distributing forms
and materials to new potential clients , brokers, investors, etc.
*Developing training manual and materials for new brokers in for the factor
company
*Creating and preparing PowerPoint presentations to be used by CEO in new
business development
*Managing various administrative tasks such as accounts payable, ordering
business cards and other printed materials, typing up handwritten notes and
reports, organizing, filing, etc.
Town of Breckenridge, Breckenridge, CO September 2006 – May 2007
Events and Communications Coordinator
*Coordinated Riverwalk Center and Town-wide programs and events *Updated and
maintained the website and served as a web editor for the Town of Breckenridge
*Coordinated communications efforts, including research, public relations,
marketing and financial analysis in support of the various functions and duties
of the Events and Communication Division
*Provided excellent customer service to peers, supervisors, other Town
employees, etc.
*Designed/created flyers, advertising and other marketing collateral for events,
meetings, etc.
*Recruited, organized and managed volunteers for large events such as the
International Snow Sculpture, Kidz Calliope, NRO and BMF events, Oktoberfest,
etc.
*Researched and hired entertainment for special events such as Kidz Calliope
*Wrote communication plans, news releases & articles for special events,
meetings, etc.
*Assisted with reviewing/organizing grant requests submitted by non-profit
groups, and scholarship applications by local high school students & prepared
reports reviewed by Council members
*Managed all accounts payable & receivable for the Events & Communications Dept.
at the Riverwalk Center
*Handled cash for tickets & merchandise sales for events (Haunted House,
International Snow Sculpture, etc.)
*Assisted in the management of the scheduling for Town facilities for special
events
Colorado Mountain College, Breckenridge, CO February 2005 – September 2006
Director, Center for Lifelong Learning
*Researched, developed, wrote & implemented business plan that included
financial, marketing, public relations and future growth strategies
*Identified, planned, developed and assessed target markets and new activities
*Worked with IT staff to design and build CLL website, after which I maintained
and updated on a regular basis
*Created and implemented lifelong learning classes at the campus and coordinated
efforts with other campus divisions for the most efficient and effective use of
resources
*Ensured that each course/activity meets the high standards held by CMC, follows
an effective delivery method and adheres to the business/marketing/fiscal plan
*Responsible for marketing & promotion of CLL through website, advertising,
events, networking & public relations
*Developed, allocated & maintained responsibility for department budget and
revenue goals
*Maintained accurate records and offered timely reports to Dean and other
directors/managers
*Solicited course proposals from diverse populations appealing to a wide segment
of community
*Interviewed, hired and evaluated course providers and facilitators *Developed
program processes and reviewed/updated quarterly
*Tracked, updated and maintained the historical database of prospective
students, their interests, etc. for communication and growth purposes
*Developed, designed and produced advertising material, recruitment
publications, etc.
Pepperdine University/Graziadio School of Business, Malibu, CA April 2001-
December 2004
Associate Director, Marketing & Student Recruitment
*Developed & implemented recruitment/marketing strategies through research,
presentations, interviews, campus visits, organizing special events, etc.
*Assisted in maintaining relevant and updated information on the GSBM website
*Promoted and represented the university for local & national events/activities
*Tracked & created comparative statistical reports for market analysis & to
gauge effectiveness of marketing efforts
*Managed and executed web marketing, online chats, etc., for full-time MBA
program Implemented and utilized new email system and database
*Managed all inquiries and follow-up contact with prospective students
*Maintained continuous flow of quality applicants to the university *Tracked,
updated and maintained the historical database for prospective students
*Prepared regular reports for the Dean, Associate Dean and Program Director
*Developed, designed and produced advertising material, recruitment
publications, etc.
*Conducted evaluative and informative interviews and individual counseling
appointments with prospective students, applicants, admitted and incoming
students
*Corresponded with applicants, alumni, companies and other colleges and
universities
High Country Health Care, PC, Frisco, CO March 2000 – December 2000
Marketing Director
*Developed promotional approaches, policies and programs to promote HCHC
*Researched, developed and executed both long- and short-range marketing plan,
public relations and community outreach goals and objectives for the organization
*Worked closely with IT to re-design the HCHC website, making it relevant,
user-friendly and easy to navigate
*Presented information/materials to medical providers & clinic coordinators
during meetings
*Developed and implemented the company’s marketing and public relations program
*Wrote & produced news releases, feature stories, scripts, photographs, internal
& external publications, newsletters, brochures, mailings, etc. to publicize new
and existing services, personnel changes, special events, etc.
*Planned and organized special events, forums, and activities such as open
houses, tours, health forums, panels, blood drives, social functions, etc.
Marketed individual practices and doctors to increase patient volume and
referrals
*Represented the clinics to various community groups involved in health care and
public policy decision, as well as the Chambers of Commerce
*Served as point of contact for organizations soliciting donations
ADDITIONAL WORK EXPERIENCE
Summit Daily News, Frisco, CO June 1999 – November 1999
Advertising Manager
The Democrat and Chronicle, Rochester, NY January 1998 – May 1999
Outside Sales Manager/Real Estate Manager
Senior Account Executive (Automotive)
The Gazette, Colorado Springs, CO July 1996 - January 1998
Media Account Executive (Automotive)
Sales Coordinator of Motor Weekly
DUTIES AT NEWSPAPERS:
*Directed & led sales & marketing efforts achieve revenue goals for various
print/online products
*Developed annual revenue budget and initiatives for sales staff and tracked all
departmental expenditures & revenue figures on daily basis
*Trained and coached outside sales staff to ensure individual successes
*Provided regular written analysis on research, account activity, market
variations, trends, etc. to management
*Monitored all competing media to increase market share and growth of products
*Organized and conducted meetings with staff, director, and other internal
personnel
*Tracked contract negotiations and new business development *Monitored all
relevant market trends and developed effective programs & strategies
*Established annual revenue budget and initiatives for my departments
*Prepared & presented major sales presentations, proposals & media kids to
clients
*Developed/expanded sales contacts with local dealer associations, advertising
agencies for national automotive advertising, and automotive factory headquarters
and regional offices
*Worked extensively with national clientele to increase their interest in the
local market
*Designed ad copy and layout in a timely manner to meet publication deadlines
*Researched and resolved billing or production problems to the customer's
satisfaction
*Planned/executed the initial research, marketing, budget planning, &
development needed to publish new products
*Continually worked to ensure continued growth through cold calling,
presentations to clients, etc.
EDUCATION
Park University, Parkville, Missouri
Bachelor of Arts - May 1996
Major: Communication Theory & Human Relations GPA: 3.890 (4.0 Scale)
Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Dean's List and Presidential Scholar
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE, VOLUNTEER / COMMUNITY WORK
*Established home office, completely equipped with wireless high speed Internet,
PC laptop, phone, scanner, color laser printer, 2 digital cameras, camcorder, 3
external hard drives for back-up, and a wide variety of software, such as Adobe
Design Premium CS3, Microsoft Professional Office 2007, QuarkXpress 7, etc.
*Highly proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Publisher,
Adobe Acrobat Professional, Quark, Internet Explorer, database management,
Internet research & many other software & computer-related programs
*Proficient with Photoshop and Illustrator programs, computer networking,
installation and clean re-installs of Windows XP and below operating systems, and
many other computer- related tasks
Summit County, CO: Member of Colorado Festival and Events Associations, Employee
Relations Committee for the Town of Breckenridge, former member of the marketing
committee at CMC; member of steering committee for Healthy Community Indicators
Team; volunteered for Make a Difference Day, Shaping our Summit, Frisco
Elementary School, Frisco Town Clean-up Day, Summit Foundation, Summit County
Preschool and the Frisco Funground Project; member of Summit Daily-sponsored
co-ed softball team for two seasons; served as propmistress for Backstage Theatre
for several productions
Calabasas, CA: Served as a Parent Volunteer at Lupin Hill Elementary School;
member of American Association of Collegiate Registrars and Admissions Officers
(AACRAO)
Rochester, NY: Member of the AdQuality Committee at the Democrat and Chronicle;
provided Internet training to sales staff at the D&C; Parent Volunteer for Tiger
Cub Scouts/Assistant Leader of Daisy Scouts
Colorado Springs, CO: member of Community Involvement Team at The Gazette,
Communications Committee of the American Heart Association, The Gazette-sponsored
co-ed softball team |