Darcy D. Brown

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St. Charles, IL 60174

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Objective:

A challenging position with an organization that encourages excellence, believes in giving back to others, and offers opportunities for self- growth and the possibility of advancement, allowing for full use of my communication skills and my organized and creative mind. Professional Experience:

November 2014 to Present Forever Yogurt

DLB Partners

St. Charles/ Geneva

General Manager

Responsible for the inner workings and daily operation of two restaurants including staffing and managing staff as well training this staff. I purchase all food, supplies, and equipment and deal with all vendors, suppliers and customers.

August 2010 to November 2014 Thrivent Financial

Geneva, IL

Financial Associate

Multi-faceted professional with comprehensive expertise in risk management, retirement planning, investment management and in-depth long-term care planning. Creative mind with an established track record of developing lasting client and business relationships, often beginning with unique networking ideas. Motivated self-starter with extreme organizational and people skills allowing for long term relationship building.

March 2009 to March 2010 Wayside Cross Ministries

Aurora, IL

Short-term contract as Public Relations Coordinator during initial phase of capital campaign. My duties included strengthening relationships with area churches, local business and individual households to inform of campaign and get support for funding.

March 2008 to March 2009 Proforma Awards Print & Promotions Montgomery, IL

National Account Manager

Responsible for managing corporate accounts throughout the nation. Responsibilities include tailoring available promotional items to the needs of my clients, assisting in employee recognition programs and corporate apparel needs, offering print media when necessary and educating clients on multimedia services to help improve productivity, introduce new products and train employees or volunteers. May 1995 to July 2002 Successories, Inc.

Aurora, IL

Corporate Sales

Responsible for selling motivational products to corporations; customization of employee recognition programs to the clients' needs; maintenance of the entire health care industry program. In addition to my sales and customer service responsibilities, I was instrumental in the planning and coordination of client meetings.

January 1993 to May 1995 Nazareth Academy

LaGrange, IL

H.S. Soccer Coach/

Substitute Teacher

High school soccer coach during the boys and girls soccer seasons. I was instrumental I the introduction of the sport to the academy and in the implementation of the first season. Both the Boys and the girls soccer programs were successful during my involvement with the organization. In addition to my coaching responsibilities, I served as a substitute teacher for classes ranging from Physical Education and Health to Mathematics.

April 1988 to January 1993 Rhone-Poulenc Rorer

Pharmaceuticals, Inc.

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative/

Business Team Leader

Responsible for selling pharmaceuticals to hospitals, pharmacies, and physicians. Also, responsible for three field representatives on a daily basis. One day per month was spent riding with each representative to assist and improve upon productivity using various coaching methods. Team meetings were also held to improve team function and to set up special promotions. July 1984 to April 1988 Pfizer Laboratories

Colorado Springs, Colorado

Pharmaceutical Sales Representative

Responsible for selling prescription pharmaceuticals to hospitals, pharmacies, physicians, and military installations. Physician specialties included: internal medicine, cardiology, rheumatology, orthopaedic surgery, and general practice. In addition, responsibilities have included: planning and organization of speaker/dinner programs for physician attendance.

Additional Professional Experience:

January 1993 to May 1995 N.A.U.I. Divemaster and

Assistant Instructor

I started a scuba club at Four Lakes Village in Lisle, Illinois. As the president of this club I certified members through scuba classes. I independently organized scuba classes and helped local students to obtain certification. I also taught snorkeling classes to children ages 7-12. As a N.A.U.I. Divemaster, I was responsible for organizing the logistics of dive trips as well as overseeing all of the activities while at the various destinations. Education:

B.S. Marketing May 1983

University of Colorado, Boulder

College of Business Administration

Achievements and Affiliations:

*Regional Award Pfizer Laboratories

*District Award Pfizer laboratories

*Pacesetter Award

*Certified Medical Representative Training Graduate (CMR)

*Certified Multimedia Sales Specialist Training Graduate (CMSS)

*Certified Long Term Care Specialist

*FINRA Series 6 & 63

*Team Captain for top fund raising team for Living Well Cancer Resource Center Bridge Walk 2008 raising almost $10,000.

*Food Chair for Bridge Walk benefitting LivingWell Cancer Resource Center in Geneva, IL References:

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