sharon gadbois

Current

• Motivational Speaker, Marketing Mgmt at Orchestrated Circumstances
• Independent Contractor at Creatively Yours!

Past

• Group Organizer at Meetup Groups
• Project Coordinator at BSN Inc.
• Dreamweaver: Substitute at Art Institute

• Independent Contractor at Catalyst Enterprises
• Flash Designer at Mack Barnes Photography
• Project Manager at Antique Car Museum
• Independent Contractor at Gatekeeper Business Solutions
• Independent Business Consultant at a Party Plan Company
• ASP.NET: Substitute Teacher at Art Institute
• Independent Contractor at Little Gems 925
• Web & Informational Designer at Broadstar
• Independent Contractor at Them Strowbridge Boyz
• Independent Contractor at American Express
• Independent Contractor at Metal and Wood Buildings
• Service Director of Customer Service at United Airlines

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Education

• Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

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Industry

Internet

Websites

• My Website
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sharon gadbois’s Summary

Talented web designer with a passion for creating visually interesting content; some backend design, entrepreneurial spirit and business owner.

sharon gadbois’s Specialties:

Served as a liaison between union rank and management for labor relations; Project Management: SharePoint, MS Project, McAfee Hackersafe and PCI Compliant and Visual SourceSafe (VSS); eCommerce Design: PHP, MySQL; Front-end Design: Flash (AS 2.0), XML, PHP, X/HTML, CSS, JS; Applications: Adobe Flash, Illustrator, Photoshop, Image Ready, Premiere Pro, Dreamweaver, Macromedia Captivate, Fireworks, Director, 3D Vista, DVD Studio Pro, MS Visio, Real Producer, Compressor, and Constant Contact

sharon gadbois’s Experience

• Motivational Speaker, Marketing Mgmt

  Orchestrated Circumstances

  (Marketing and Advertising industry)

  January 2007 — Present (2 years 7 months)

  Encouraging others to get up and do what they were meant to do. Orchestrating the circumstances in your life by making use of positive energy exercises to boost self-esteem and change your attitude.
  
  When you walk 10 steps with me, it'll change your life!
  
  You will become more open--minded and begin to receive the information meant for you. Your attitude, then, becomes stronger and energy gets higher and your life changes... for the better.
  
  My services are usually for middle schoolers, college level associates and displaced workers. However, if you feel as though your company or program will be best-suited with my services, please feel free to contact me.
  
  Thank you.

• Independent Contractor

  Creatively Yours!

  (Internet industry)

  August 2004 — Present (5 years)

  Overview:
  Executedly worked with a variety of client agencies, private firms and businesses on various projects from start-up planning to promotional marketing, product planning, team building, internal communications, mentoring and project status reports.
  
  Web design, Graphic design, Instructional design, Informational design, eCommerce, Photography, Flash Animation Design, Backend and dB (database) design
  
  Related Work:
  * Collect data, perform analysis, make recommendations to clients and execute projects according to the project management process
  * Develop and deliver presentations to clients
  * Communicating with clients to understand and document the business objectives appropriately
  * Create and maintain project timelines
  * Ensure that projects remain ahead of schedule
  * Coordinate all activities of the project team and ensure that project tasks are completed and that issues are escalated as needed
  * Obtain appropriate approvals of all materials needed to do the job
  * Continuously process improvements and re-evaluate client activities
  * Compile data and deliver status reports to clients and other stakeholders in a timely manner
  * Schedule project-related team meetings, i.e. kickoffs, start-ups, reviews, and regroups as needed
  * Coordinate with clients to plan out future projects and timelines
  * Understanding of web technologies, advertising and marketing elements to match client needs
  * Ensure all testing of projects are completed thoroughly before launch
  * Review technical documentation, client contracts and maintain provisions for each firm appropriately

• Group Organizer

  Meetup Groups

  (Privately Held; Entertainment industry)

  January 2006 — July 2009 (3 years 7 months)

  South Florida Young Adults: Assistant Organizer
  * Helped organize events for one of the fastest growing social groups in South Florida (currently over 3000 members)
  * Maintained group while Organizer took a leave of absence in excess of a year
  
  The Boca Area Lunch Crew: Organizer
  This group was created for area professionals to network and grow their businesses in a unique environment
  
  South Florida Breakfast Club: Organizer
  This group was created for those who enjoy experiencing different cultures and trying new restaurants. This group has been consistently growing for more than a year.
  
  The Ladies Room Group: Organizer
  * Stepped up as Organizer in Sept. 2008 when previous organizer resigned
  * Group has been consistently expanding since Sept. 2008 and now requires an Asst Organizer to help run the group
  
  Work Related:
  * Conducting research
  * Finding a site
  * Arranging for food, decor and entertainment
  * Planning transportation to and from the event
  * Sending invitations to group members
  * Arranging any necessary accommodations for group members
  * Coordinating the activities of event personnel
  * Supervising at the site
  
  Key Achievements:
  * Scheduled over 300 events in the last three years

• Project Coordinator

  BSN Inc.

  (Health, Wellness and Fitness industry)

  February 2008 — February 2009 (1 year 1 month)

  Overview:
  Successfully assessed the project scope, coordinated, scheduled and executed multiple projects for up to eight departments at a time.
  
  Related Work:
  
  * Consistently executed assigned projects according to the established project management process
  * Create and maintain project timelines
  * Ensure that projects remain ahead of schedule
  * Coordinate all activities of the project team and ensure that project tasks are completed and that issues were escalated as needed
  * Obtain appropriate approvals of all materials needed to do the job
  * Compiled data and delivered status reports to project team, the client
  and appropriate stakeholders
  * Schedule project-related team meetings, i.e. kickoffs, start-ups, reviews, regroups, and pre-pros. as needed and communicate actions steps to achieve them
  * Coordinate with other inter-related departments to plan out future projects and timelines
  * Understanding of programming languages in order to move projects through to completion
  * Assisted in design and web projects when needed to meet deadlines or as assigned
  * Ensured all testing of projects are completed thoroughly before launch
  * Analyzed marketing conditions, customer behavior and sales trends

• Dreamweaver: Substitute

  Art Institute

  (Educational Institution; Education Management industry)

  December 2007 — December 2007 (1 month)

  Overview:
  Selected by a professor to instruct a college Dreamweaver class.
  
  Related Work:
  * Researched Dreamweaver plug-ins
  * Created my own lesson plan: Free plug-in extensions for Dreamweaver
  * Implemented a strategy for students to follow in order to find the requested materials
  * Coached students to ensure success
  * Followed-up with instructor (who sat in the class as a student) and students to measure progress and achieve results
  * Implemented a process for students to deliver results

• Independent Contractor

  Catalyst Enterprises

  (Privately Held; Computer Hardware industry)

  June 2007 — December 2007 (7 months)

  Related Work:
  * Designed and developed a new website
  * Researched competitors along with industry-related information for type of product
  * Created a target market and competitors analysis
  * Implemented a survey amongst professionals and peers to get a better grasp of which design idea would have the most impact
  * Used QA practices while testing to ensure successful completion

• Flash Designer

  Mack Barnes Photography

  (Photography industry)

  September 2007 — November 2007 (3 months)

  New website design.

• Project Manager

  Antique Car Museum

  (Automotive industry)

  July 2007 — September 2007 (3 months)

  Overview:
  Client wanted a re-design of the Antique Car Museum site.
  
  Work Related:
  * Successfully assessed the project scope, coordinated, scheduled and executed a team of ten made up of graphic designers, content specialists, videographers, photographers, Flash developers, and programmers
  * Successfully finished project one week early

• Independent Contractor

  Gatekeeper Business Solutions

  (Computer Software industry)

  January 2007 — August 2007 (8 months)

  Overview:
  Designed visual interfaces and interaction of web-based applications
  
  Work Related:
  * Evaluated interfaces utilizing user-centered design principles and implemented the user interface design
  * Worked with the sales & marketing team to design online user experiences that would be best displayed in the field
  * Produced graphic designs, and copy layouts for online content
  * Determined size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, selected style and size of type, and arranged layout based upon available space, knowledge of layout principles, and aesthetic design concepts; produced graphic art and visual materials for tradeshows, advertisements, and packaging material through a variety of media outlets such as websites and CD-ROMs
  * Generated and manipulated graphic images, animations, and text into consolidated and seamless multimedia programs

• Independent Business Consultant

  a Party Plan Company

  (Retail industry)

  March 2005 — August 2007 (2 years 6 months)

  Overview:
  Friendly, eager to give good service, and a knack for explaining the advantages of products to potential customers. Some times demonstrations were given; and often times, showing customers how to apply or use a product was necessary. Direct sales requires the ability to work alone and have plenty of initiative, excellent organizational skills, and proficiency in handling cash, checks, and credit card payments.
  
  Related Work:
  * Generated business growth within 3 months of startup
  * Generated leads through Internet Marketing, Research, and Blogging practices which resulted in new customers and revenue for the business
  * Sent newsletters, advertised and attended networking events to generate leads
  * Established team building and training seminars to educate and keep up-to-date on fresh material for new recruits
  * Consistently found innovative ways to advertise and market the business
  * Researched, planned and evaluated marketing strategies
  * Established performance reports and milestones for team members to measure progress towards objectives
  * Developed sales letters, contracts, and business policies for vendors and customers
  * Created a welcome packet for new customers and team members
  * Created email response templates for different aspects of the business
  * Planned and executed a "preferred customer program" to encourage repeat business
  * Developed a template on new ways to keep in touch with current customers
  * Developed an ideas list that will generate new leads within 5 minutes
  * Implemented a system to maintain product inventory within 10 days of startup for the business
  * Recorded transactions and maintained a general ledger account to keep track of financial matters for the business
  * Designed and developed an online business card and a one-page website to market the business and reach new markets.

• ASP.NET: Substitute Teacher

  Art Institute

  (Educational Institution; Education Management industry)

  June 2007 — June 2007 (1 month)

  Delivered an overview of ASP.NET to a college class when the professor was unable to make it.

• Independent Contractor

  Little Gems 925

  (Consumer Goods industry)

  October 2006 — March 2007 (6 months)

  Site re-design and maintenance for three months

• Web & Informational Designer

  Broadstar

  (Broadcast Media industry)

  January 2006 — August 2006 (8 months)

  Created, updated, and improved layout, design, and content of various materials which included web pages and online content, such as newsletters and marketing materials, and pamphlets, handouts, as well as advertising content for print.
  
  Print and Online designs were often created using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, Photoshop, InDesign, and Dreamweaver.

• Independent Contractor

  Them Strowbridge Boyz

  (Facilities Services industry)

  April 2005 — June 2005 (3 months)

  Designed a new site for company

• Independent Contractor

  American Express

  (Public Company; AXP; Financial Services industry)

  October 2004 — April 2005 (7 months)

  Worked with instructional design team: web based training using Dreamweaver, and Flash while incorporating audio files

• Independent Contractor

  Metal and Wood Buildings

  (Construction industry)

  December 2004 — December 2004 (1 month)

  Designed a new business card.

• Service Director of Customer Service

  United Airlines

  (Public Company; UAUA; Airlines/Aviation industry)

  June 1998 — May 2004 (6 years)

  Gave quality service in the following areas: ticket counter including
  lobby, gate, baggage services, international departures and arrivals,
  small package dispatch, automated check-in-control, operations
  center, premium services, red carpet room, and customer assistance
  areas plus all aspects of customer problem resolution & achievement
  of cost objectives.
  
  * Supervise and assign work teams that focused on achieving
  operating performance and functional service activities
  * Provided technical guidance and interpret company policies and
  procedures to assist employees in performing functional tasks and to
  ensure that company safety, security, and other related standards
  are complied with
  * Provided flightcrew with weather information, including briefings, fuel
  advisement and route briefings
  * Maintained and updated aircraft and crew schedules
  * Coordinated aircraft handling, catering, and fueling with personnel
  * Facilitated a teamwork environment to accomplish corporate and
  employee expectations
  * Instigated goal achievement and accountability at the front line,
  day-to-day leadership, encouraging employee empowerment,
  coaching, giving feedback and input to management
  * Assisted customers with quoting fares and schedules, making
  reservations, issuing tickets, baggage check-in, flight check-in/
  boarding, resolving disservice situations, and cash handling
  * Performed aircraft weight and balance calculations, crew
  dispatching, passenger and ramp planning, and related station
  operations control tasks
  * Operated various mechanical machines or equipment related to
  aircraft or customer service such as jetways and radios
  * Schedule transportation and accommodations as needed
  * Remained current on available sources and training opportunities

sharon gadbois’s Education

• Art Institute of Fort Lauderdale

  2002 — 2007

Additional Information

sharon gadbois’s Websites:

• My Website
• Facebook
• Twitter

sharon gadbois’s Interests:

sunning, traveling, networking and social group organizer,seo, search engine optimization, internet marketing, online business ventures, online business, research and development, marketing, online marketing, advertising, corp id, podcasting, webcasting

sharon gadbois’s Groups:

South Florida Web Design Professionals Meetup Group, South Florida Web Design Meetup Group, The South Florida Bicycling Meetup Group, The Breakfast Club, Boca Area Lunch Crew, Tri-Country Travel and Adventure, Meetup, MySpace, Ryze, Ringo, Rojo, BP, RAGFL east, American Express, Facebook

•    ECOM Experts, e-commerce / online marketing (6500+ Members)
•    Professional Convention Management Association (PCMA) - Official Group

sharon gadbois’s Honors:

Author of The P.E.E.P. Book, Magna Cum Laude, MS Project - Level 1 Completion

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