Leadership
Accomplished leader with experience in a variety of fields, including academic institutions, business development operations, and management roles. Past experience includes entrepreneurial work in the staffing space, business operations and development, and serving as an adjunct professor of history. Skilled in a variety of business processes and capable of developing efficient solutions to complex problems.
Track record of success includes utilizing administrative, management, and strategic planning abilities to increase workplace efficiencies and provide outstanding deliverables on time and on budget. Comfortable working in both team and solo environments to accomplish critical tasks on schedule. Broad and deep experience in a variety of fields contributes to a well-rounded approach to all business and administrative tasks.
Professional Competencies
• Business Operations Improvement
• Business Development and Growth
• Utilizing IT to Improve Efficiency
• Creating Standard Operating Procedures • Academic Learning and Consulting
• Developing Syllabi and Courses
• Litigation Support Staffing Consulting
• Bootstrapping Profitable Businesses
CAREER EXPERIENCE
ACADEMIC TUTOR SOLUTIONS, Brooklyn Heights, New York
Academic Tutor and Learning Consultant, 2008 – Present
Provide students with an outstanding tutoring experience in the fields of history, political science, government, constitutional law, international affairs, forensic research, nonfiction writing, and economics.
Key Contributions:
• Help students to achieve success on standardized tests, develop critical thinking skills, and succeed in test-oriented environments.
• Conduct historical research and analysis on topics in American history, international policy, government, and more.
The College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle, New York
Adjunct Professor of History, 2011 – 2013
Produced successful student outcomes in introductory courses in American History for working adults seeking to return to the work force or change careers. Taught special needs students and tailored lesson plans for students with cognitive disabilities.
Key Contributions:
• Developed lectures and course materials to inspire students and improve the learning process.
• Utilized technology and educational research tools to guide students, as well as coach them in speaking and presentation skills.
ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE, Brooklyn Heights, New York
Academic Tutor and Adjunct Professor of History, 2008 – 2012
Served as lead instructor for American history courses. Utilized creative and interactive instruction to engage students and teach research, writing, and critical-thinking skills with technology and multimedia.
Key Contributions:
• Helped students achieve success in history courses and promote lifelong learning.
• Received accolades by students, faculty, and administration for being an engaging professor.
• Went above and beyond to provide students with an outstanding learning experience.
TESTER-FRERS & COMPANY, LLC, New York, New York
Director of Business Operations and Development, 2001 – 2008
Specialized in historical analysis for public awareness firm. Focused on new business development, client relations, marketing, financial management, and public relations. Streamlined firm operations to achieve outstanding growth and client retention in the long run.
Key Contributions:
• Achieved a 200% increase in average annual sales over 5 years.
• Doubled research staff and won new clients internationally, including Lehman Brothers and JPMorgan Chase.
• Significantly improved the firm’s research capabilities and accounting procedures.
NEW YORK STAFFING TECHNOLOGIES, INC., New York, New York
Director of Technical Litigation Support Staffing, 1997 – 2003
Bootstrapped a career management and staffing firm specializing job placement, career coaching, and assistance for technical trade professionals in a variety of fields and industries. Assisted in building the firm from the ground up by tapping into a unique and highly profitable market niche.
Key Contributions:
• Grew annual sales to $1.3 million in 2 years – achieved $2 million by 2003.
• Placed more than 650 professionals in a variety of finance and legal firms.
• Oversaw all company operations, market research, business planning, and client relations to successfully grow sales and achieve outstanding client retention.
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Masters of Arts, American History
SAINT JOHN’S UNIVERSITY – Queens, NY, 2011
Bachelor of Arts, History
SAINT FRANCIS COLLEGE – Brooklyn Heights, New York, 2007
Accomplished leader with experience in a variety of fields, including academic institutions, business development operations, and management roles. Past experience includes entrepreneurial work in the staffing space, business operations and development, and serving as an adjunct professor of history. Skilled in a variety of business processes and capable of developing efficient solutions to complex problems.
Track record of success includes utilizing administrative, management, and strategic planning abilities to increase workplace efficiencies and provide outstanding deliverables on time and on budget. Comfortable working in both team and solo environments to accomplish critical tasks on schedule. Broad and deep experience in a variety of fields contributes to a well-rounded approach to all business and administrative tasks.
Professional Competencies
• Business Operations Improvement
• Business Development and Growth
• Utilizing IT to Improve Efficiency
• Creating Standard Operating Procedures • Academic Learning and Consulting
• Developing Syllabi and Courses
• Litigation Support Staffing Consulting
• Bootstrapping Profitable Businesses
CAREER EXPERIENCE
ACADEMIC TUTOR SOLUTIONS, Brooklyn Heights, New York
Academic Tutor and Learning Consultant, 2008 – Present
Provide students with an outstanding tutoring experience in the fields of history, political science, government, constitutional law, international affairs, forensic research, nonfiction writing, and economics.
Key Contributions:
• Help students to achieve success on standardized tests, develop critical thinking skills, and succeed in test-oriented environments.
• Conduct historical research and analysis on topics in American history, international policy, government, and more.
The College of New Rochelle, New Rochelle, New York
Adjunct Professor of History, 2011 – 2013
Produced successful student outcomes in introductory courses in American History for working adults seeking to return to the work force or change careers. Taught special needs students and tailored lesson plans for students with cognitive disabilities.
Key Contributions:
• Developed lectures and course materials to inspire students and improve the learning process.
• Utilized technology and educational research tools to guide students, as well as coach them in speaking and presentation skills.
ST. FRANCIS COLLEGE, Brooklyn Heights, New York
Academic Tutor and Adjunct Professor of History, 2008 – 2012
Served as lead instructor for American history courses. Utilized creative and interactive instruction to engage students and teach research, writing, and critical-thinking skills with technology and multimedia.
Key Contributions:
• Helped students achieve success in history courses and promote lifelong learning.
• Received accolades by students, faculty, and administration for being an engaging professor.
• Went above and beyond to provide students with an outstanding learning experience.
TESTER-FRERS & COMPANY, LLC, New York, New York
Director of Business Operations and Development, 2001 – 2008
Specialized in historical analysis for public awareness firm. Focused on new business development, client relations, marketing, financial management, and public relations. Streamlined firm operations to achieve outstanding growth and client retention in the long run.
Key Contributions:
• Achieved a 200% increase in average annual sales over 5 years.
• Doubled research staff and won new clients internationally, including Lehman Brothers and JPMorgan Chase.
• Significantly improved the firm’s research capabilities and accounting procedures.
NEW YORK STAFFING TECHNOLOGIES, INC., New York, New York
Director of Technical Litigation Support Staffing, 1997 – 2003
Bootstrapped a career management and staffing firm specializing job placement, career coaching, and assistance for technical trade professionals in a variety of fields and industries. Assisted in building the firm from the ground up by tapping into a unique and highly profitable market niche.
Key Contributions:
• Grew annual sales to $1.3 million in 2 years – achieved $2 million by 2003.
• Placed more than 650 professionals in a variety of finance and legal firms.
• Oversaw all company operations, market research, business planning, and client relations to successfully grow sales and achieve outstanding client retention.
EDUCATION AND CREDENTIALS
Masters of Arts, American History
SAINT JOHN’S UNIVERSITY – Queens, NY, 2011
Bachelor of Arts, History
SAINT FRANCIS COLLEGE – Brooklyn Heights, New York, 2007