James JEF Furr

Coached and Supervised the Purdue All American Golden Silks Color Guard. This was for the fall marching band season and the winter color guard season.

• Boosted performer confidence through personalized training sessions and continuous feedback.
• Promoted sportsmanship values among members, fostering a positive competitive atmosphere within the team environment.

• Cultivated strong relationships with key stakeholders, including customers, vendors, regulators, and community leaders to promote collaboration and long-term success.
• Led cross-functional teams for the successful completion of major projects, resulting in increased efficiency and client satisfaction.
• Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
• Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
• Negotiated high-value contracts that maximized profitability while mitigating risks for the organization.

• Led band ensembles to numerous regional, state, and national awards in competitions, festivals, and parades.
• Organized successful fundraising campaigns to support program needs such as instrument purchases, travel expenses, and competition fees.
• Promoted a positive learning environment by fostering open communication between students, parents, colleagues, and administration

Elevated band performance quality by implementing rigorous rehearsal techniques and high standards.

• Led band ensembles to numerous regional, state, and national awards in competitions, festivals, and parades.
• Collaborated with faculty and staff to integrate interdisciplinary arts education into the curriculum.