🎓 Formal Education
Bachelor of Music: Elective Studies in Business (BM-ESB) – Colorado Mesa University, Grand Junction
(The BM-ESB degree is essentially a major in music with a minor in business administration)
- Graduated December 2023, Cum Laude, GPA 3.58 (Top 8% of class)
- Honor Roll Fall 2023; Dean’s List multiple semesters (2019–2023)
- Recipient of the Inez Hulting Petersen Memorial Scholarship
- Student V.P. & Public Relations Officer, Maverick Speakers (Campus Toastmasters Club)
- Relevant Coursework: Business Administration, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Accounting, Management, Web Design, Advanced Digital Marketing, alongside comprehensive studies in music theory, ensembles, and instrumental instruction.
I play Drums, Guitar, and Piano and I am an active member of the Barbershop Harmony Society, and the Bookcliff Barbershop Choir.
📈 Advanced Marketing Certifications
- Completed six intensive 5-day Search Engine Workshops.
- Completed two 5-day Search Engine Academy Worshops.
- Earned annual certifications in Advanced Search Engine Marketing Strategies.
These certifications are not casual workshops — they were formally endorsed by the University of Mississippi Marketing and Communications Department. Each intensive program carried 2 Earned Units of transferrable academic credit, underscoring their academic rigor. Beyond the classroom, they delivered cutting‑edge industry expertise, blending university‑backed curriculum with real‑world search engine strategies. This unique combination ensured the training was both academically recognized and professionally elite.
🌐 Industry Conferences & Professional Networking
Webmaster World Conferences – Las Vegas, NV (2003–2010)
- Attended six Platinum Pass annual conferences with PubCon access.
- Gained advanced insights into webmastering, search engine optimization, and online marketing strategies.
Search Marketing Expo (SMX) – Seattle, WA (2007–2008)
- Attended the inaugural SMX event in 2007.
- Participated in the first Advanced SMX conference in 2008, focusing on cutting‑edge search marketing strategies.
Search Engine Strategies (SES) – San Jose, CA (2003–2006)
- Attended four annual full conferences.
- Invited to and attended four Google Dances at the GooglePlex in Palo Alto, CA—reserved for the top 300 SEOs worldwide.
Local Search Strategies Weekend – Denver, CO (2006)
- Specialized training in local search optimization and community‑focused digital marketing.
🎨 Graphics & Web Design
- Earned three certificates in Dreamweaver, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
- Built a strong foundation in design and visual communication for digital projects.
⌨️ Technical Skills
- Certificate in typing from a five-week night school course.
- Early technical training that reinforced precision and efficiency in digital work.
🧩 Additional Skills
In addition to formal training and certifications, I have developed practical web development skills that strengthen my digital marketing expertise. I am versed in HTML and CSS, with working knowledge of JavaScript and CGI. These technical abilities allow me to bridge design, functionality, and optimization—ensuring that strategies are not only creative but also technically sound.
✍️ Closing Note
This education and training reflect a lifelong commitment to learning and professional growth. From foundational technical skills to advanced certifications in digital marketing, I’ve built a diverse skillset that combines creativity, business acumen, and technical expertise—ready to help clients succeed online.
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