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Lori Berry Bear

Address: 23 Flag Ave North, 55426, St. Louis Park, Minnesota

Nationality: US

Date of birth: 1982-02-02

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Phone number: 999-999-9999

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Profile

Experienced journalist and IT innovator with a proactive approach to problem-solving, adept at implementing new strategies and business processes. Skilled in direct and honest communication, fostering trust with clients and colleagues. Recently received positive feedback during an on-site client visit in Europe, where I was praised for my expertise, preparedness, and engaging delivery style.

Work experience

07/2014 - Present, IT Project Manager, SIRVA Relocation, Plymouth, Minnesota, United States

Managed information technology setup for new client implementations worldwide, including Fortune 500 companies
Collaborated with client contacts and internal subject matter experts to gather system requirements for reporting, client finance, compensation, service delivery, and supply chain
Established project milestones and highlighted any gaps or risks to senior leadership related to technology requirements, deadlines, or budgets
Coordinated with team members to identify opportunities to leverage client requests for the benefit of all clients
Utilized both waterfall and agile project management methodologies
Developed project plans and drafted Statements of Work (SOWs)
Produced technology training documentation and videos
Conducted client and internal training sessions
Provided mentorship to new IT implementation team members

08/2011 - 07/2014, Vice President of Programming, WeatherNation TV, Excelsior, Minnesota, United States

Developed content strategies across multiple media platforms including OTT, web, and mobile for a new national television weather network, securing multimillion dollar deals with DIRECTV and later DISH Network.
Organized and executed breaking news coverage for national weather events such as Super Storm Sandy, tornado outbreaks, floods, and wildfires.
Researched and outlined social media standards and implemented the network's first social media strategy, resulting in organic Facebook growth from 12,000 likes to over 100,000.
Oversaw the launch of WeatherNation partnerships in local TV markets; Coordinated marketing and promotional campaigns with TV station general managers, news directors, and creative services directors.

11/2010 - 06/2011, Freelance Project Manager, Adventures of Super Stretch, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

Co-wrote and produced a children's iPod/iPhone mobile application recognized by Apple as new and noteworthy.
Cultivated relationships with business partners to enhance credibility for a novel concept.
Managed budgets and conducted contract negotiations on behalf of the owner.
Contributed to the design of wireframes and app functionality.
Orchestrated production schedules with animators and sound crews to ensure timely completion.
Demonstrated proficiency in Twitter, blogging, and editing using Final Cut Express.
Produced classroom yoga videos for a school district's health curriculum.

10/2004 - 06/2011, Business Operations Manager, Len Druskin, Edina, Minnesota, United States

Directed daily operations of three outlet locations.
Implemented hiring and training procedures, as well as business processes, leading to company expansion from one to eight locations in the Twin Cities.
Managed a multimillion-dollar inventory by developing and implementing new buying and receiving procedures, utilizing technology for improved efficiency and accuracy.
Analyzed vendor selling reports to determine markdowns and future buying trends, resulting in higher margins.
Planned, executed, and promoted holiday sales events, generating several weeks’ worth of revenue in a short period.
Assisted in problem-solving across various areas, from gift card malfunctions to credit card processing issues.

07/1997 - 10/2004, Executive Producer, KMSP FOX 9, Eden Prairie, Minnesota, United States

Received Regional Emmy Award in 2001 for Best Morning Newscast in the Twin Cities.
Nominated again in 2003.
Initiated as producer on National Everyday Living, aired with Randi Kaye (now CNN) and Stephan Reynolds.
Achieved multiple promotions.
Supervised a team of 20 staff members, including anchors, reporters, photographers, engineers, and editors, in making editorial and logistical decisions.
Conceptualized and executed the inaugural FOX9 Garage Sale, a live broadcast from the studio that raised significant funds for charity.
Orchestrated and produced a live town hall meeting on the topic of education, featuring then Governor Jess Ventura and other key lawmakers.
Collaborated with Sales and Marketing to integrate advertisers into content, boosting station revenue.

01/1997 - 07/1997, Senior Producer, WTLV TV, Jacksonville, Florida, United States

1994 - 1996, Producer, KARE 11, Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States

1992 - 1994, Associate Producer/Producer, KSTP TV, St. Paul, Minnesota, United States

1991 - 1992, Producer, WAOW TV, Wausau, Wisconsin, United States

Education

1988 - 1990, Journalism, University of Wisconsin, Madison, Madison, Wisconsin, United States

Completed Bachelor of Arts in Journalism
Demonstrated proficiency in various journalistic techniques
Developed strong writing and editing skills
Conducted in-depth research for investigative reporting
Successfully published articles in school newspaper and external publications.

1986 - 1988, Communications, Boston University, Boston, Massachusetts, United States

Skills

Information Technology

Software Development Life Cycle

Change Management

Salesforce

SharePoint 365

Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint & Visio

IBM Blueworks

Media

Digital Media

Video Editing

Wordpress Blogging

Marketing Strategy

Content Management

News Writing

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Milan Šaržík, CPRW

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