DAVID A UHRICH
Milwaukee,WI
Summary
Self-motivated and detailed oriented leader with a diversified and successful 40-year career in coaching, sales, management and college admissions. Skilled in conducting thorough and insightful interviews across various industries. Possess strong communication skills, adept at extracting valuable information while ensuring interviewees are comfortable and engaged. Demonstrated ability to adapt questioning techniques based on respondent feedback, leading to more accurate and comprehensive data collection.
Overview
40
40
years of professional experience
Work History
Online Re-entry Advisor
Herzing University
Milwaukee, WI
11.2015 - 09.2024
- Recruit former Herzing students through phone and email contact.
- Conduct phone interviews with returning students.
- Assist students in the re-entry process, including applications, financial aid steps, and choosing a major.
Admissions Representative
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Greenfield, USA
10.2014 - 10.2015
- Recruit students through phone and email contact
- Conduct interviews and campus tours with prospective students
- Participate in ITT Tech community events, open houses and orientations
Sales Associate
COLDER'S FURNITURE
West Allis, USA
07.2014 - 10.2014
- Greeted customers and assisted in the selection and purchase of quality furniture, mattresses and appliances
- Followed up with customers that have expressed interest or purchased our products
Sales Representative
ADT SECURITY
Brookfield, USA
09.2012 - 06.2014
- Ran company assigned appointments for prospective customers interested in home security
- Generated additional appointments through referrals, prospecting, networking groups and personal contact
Design Associate
FLOOR COVERINGS INTERNATIONAL
Pewaukee, USA
02.2012 - 08.2012
- Ran company assigned appointments for prospective customers interested in new flooring for their home
- Generated additional appointments through referrals, prospecting, networking groups and personal contact
Area Scout
NATIONAL SCOUTING REPORT
Alabaster, USA
07.2011 - 02.2012
- Scouted student-athletes in Southeast Wisconsin to determine ability to play sports in college
- Set up appointments with families of qualified student-athletes to introduce company services utilized in promoting the student-athlete to colleges throughout the country
Security Sales Consultant
BRINKS HOME SECURITY
Wauwatosa, USA
02.2008 - 11.2010
- Ran company assigned appointments for prospective customers interested in home security
- Generated additional appointments through home shows, mailers, referrals, cold calling, door hangers, and personal contact
- Maintained continuous customer contact with all current customers
- Named Security Sales Consultant of the year for 2009 and in 14 different months for Brink’s Home Security
Head Coach for Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
Milwaukee, USA
06.1993 - 07.2007
- Head coach for ~ 90 track & field athletes and event coach for ~ 35 cross country/track distance runners
- Supervised full time assistant coaches, graduate assistant coaches, and student-managers
- Operated yearly budget of ~ $800,000 for travel, recruiting, equipment purchases, and student-athletic scholarships
- Conducted daily practices for cross country and distance track athletes
- Counseled student-athletes on training, schoolwork, and personal life
- Recruited academically and athletically qualified high school cross country and track & field student-athletes from throughout the US and various nations
- Worked with Marquette Alumni on fund-raising and social activities for the Marquette Track Club
- Voted 23 times as Conference Coach of the Year in the Great Midwest Conference and Conference-USA
- Voted as Men's NCAA Great Lakes Region Cross Country Rep for two consecutive three-year terms
Head Coach for Men's Cross Country and Track & Field and Gym Supervisor
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
Milwaukee, USA
01.1988 - 05.1993
- Similar duties to the above position, for the men's track & field and cross country team only
Sales Associate
Active Sports
Madison, WI
09.1987 - 12.1987
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Manager
Phidippides Sports Center
Boulder, CO
06.1985 - 08.1987
- Responsible for inventory and product orders.
- Hired and supervised part-time employees.
- Met with product vendors.
- Worked with local running races and clubs.
Sales Associate
Eastbay Running Store
Milwaukee, WI
06.1984 - 05.1985
- Assisted customers with product selection, sizing and styling.
Student Assistant Cross Country and Track Coach
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI
06.1984 - 05.1985
- Assisted the head coach with all aspects of the program, such as running practices, recruiting, and travel arrangements.
Education
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
Marquette University
Milwaukee, WI, USA05-1985
Skills
- Sales background
- Student Recruitment
- Networking abilities
- Knowledge of financial aid
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Academic Advice and Counseling
- Detail Oriented
- Telephone interviewing
- Inbound and outbound calls
- Student Motivation
- Counsel individuals
- Staff Supervision
College activities and honors
- Cross Country, Captain–1983, Team MVP–1981, 1982, TFA/USA All-American–1981, NCAA National Qualifier–1981, 1983
- Track & Field, Captain–1984, Team MVP–1982, 1983, 1984, NCAA Indoor Track & Field All-American–1983, 1984
Accomplishments
- 2023-Inductee, Lakeshore All Sports Hall of Fame
- 2011-Inductee, Manitowoc Lincoln High School Wall of Fame.
- 2008-2010-Named Security Sales Consultant of the year for 2009 and in 14 different months for Brink’s Home Security
- 2005-Conference-USA Women's Cross Country Coach of the Decade
- 1993-2004-Voted 23 times as Conference Coach of the Year in the Great Midwest Conference and Conference-USA for men's and women's cross country, indoor track & field and outdoor track & field.
- 2000-NCAA Great Lakes Regional Women's Cross Country Coach of the Year.
- 1999-Inductee, Marquette University Athletic Hall of Fame.
- 1995-2001-Voted as Men's NCAA Great Lakes Region Cross Country Rep for two consecutive three-year terms.
Timeline
Online Re-entry Advisor
Herzing University
11.2015 - 09.2024
Admissions Representative
ITT TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
10.2014 - 10.2015
Sales Associate
COLDER'S FURNITURE
07.2014 - 10.2014
Sales Representative
ADT SECURITY
09.2012 - 06.2014
Design Associate
FLOOR COVERINGS INTERNATIONAL
02.2012 - 08.2012
Area Scout
NATIONAL SCOUTING REPORT
07.2011 - 02.2012
Security Sales Consultant
BRINKS HOME SECURITY
02.2008 - 11.2010
Head Coach for Men's and Women's Cross Country and Track & Field
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
06.1993 - 07.2007
Head Coach for Men's Cross Country and Track & Field and Gym Supervisor
MARQUETTE UNIVERSITY
01.1988 - 05.1993
Sales Associate
Active Sports
09.1987 - 12.1987
Manager
Phidippides Sports Center
06.1985 - 08.1987
Sales Associate
Eastbay Running Store
06.1984 - 05.1985
Student Assistant Cross Country and Track Coach
Marquette University
06.1984 - 05.1985
BACHELOR OF ARTS - PSYCHOLOGY
Marquette University
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