Cari Coleman's Resume

Cari Coleman, MA

6165 N. Winthrop Ave. #101 * Artist in Residence Bldg. 1 * Chicago, IL 60660

(847) 875.7221 * ccoleman333@gmail.com

Summary

• Master’s in English forged appreciation for complexity and thrill of lifelong learning process
• Visceral empathy for student concerns galvanized passion to be their advocate and provide comprehensive outreach
• “Real world” experiences crystallized importance of clear, concise communication to boost efficiency and marketability
• Penchant for active listening and constructive feedback coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal skills enhanced effectiveness as a facilitator
• Methodical in all work activities and capable of working well independently or within a team

Experience

DEMAND STUDIOS, Contractor, Virtual 2009 – Present

• Developed presentation entitled “Be Your Own Adventure: Forging Your Pathway to Success." Designed to help clients uncover their most suitable career and life choices
• Published articles for Studio websites such as www.e-how.com, www.answerbag.com and others

MyFOOTPATH, LLC, College Advisor, Chicago, IL 2009

• Advised callers of various school options to acquire desired degree
• Always sent follow-up call/e-mail with options if no key schools available, constantly adding to database of further contacts: national boards, associations, 800 numbers, admissions offices and online options etc.

RICHARD DAY RESEARCH, Interviewer/Transcriber, Evanston, IL 2007 -- 2008

• Trained 15+ new interviewers on software and databases, on company policies and procedures and on new market research studies
• Conducted/transcribed/edited 2000+ successful market research interviews with corporate professionals, dramatically improving consistency of content for web publication and monthly reports to Fidelity Investments

THE WRIGHT INSTITUTE FOR LIFELONG LEARNING, Appointment Setter, Chicago, IL 2006

• Coordinated Vision to Management (V2M) meetings, including cold-calling, document prep and setup
• Discovered sheer necessity of genuine belief in the value of chosen product

BARNES & NOBLE BOOKSELLERS, Bookseller, Vernon Hills, IL 2002 – 2004

• Trained 40+ booksellers on BookMaster database, sales P.O.O.F. strategy and special order filing system
• Increased personal sales 7% due to repeat customers by always working to make their day

UNIT FOR CONTEMPORARY LITERATURE, Layout Editor, Normal, IL 1998 -- 2000

• Developed newsletters, brochures, manuals and chap books for universities, non-profit organizations and authors
• Led campus tours and participated in orientations during “Preview Weeks” at Illinois State University

Education

Microsoft Excel/Access Refresher Course, Chicago, IL 2009
ABCs of Proposal Writing, Chicago, IL 2009
M.A., Illinois State University, Normal, IL 2001 – English Studies
B.A., Illinois State University, Normal, IL 1998 – English, Cum Laude
Study Abroad, Edith Cowan University, Western Australia 1997 – English

Personal Interests

Reading everything from fiction to quantum physics, researching alternative healing modalities, discussing sustainability and green issues, writing short stories, singing and trying exotic foods