Keith Hamby
Bettendorf,IA
Summary
I have had many amazing experiences throughout my life and I am passionate about helping students achieve their greatest potential. This is why I want to become a teacher. I will create an engaging classroom environment supporting diverse learning styles. My approach will be to develop a versatile student-oriented atmosphere supporting optimum performance and advancement.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
IT Project Manager/Software Analyst
John Deere and Company
12.2000 - 07.2024
- Implemented SAP Software modernizing over 20 factory, office, and warehousing facilities from old legacy systems.
- Led technical upgrade projects for clients by working and coordinating with consultants and developers for integrations.
- Organized internal audits and led efforts to determine and remedy deficiencies avoiding OFAC(Office of Foreign Assets Control) penalties.
- Developed project plans identifying key issues, approaches and performance metrics saving millions of dollars.
- Proposed and implemented system enhancements to improve performance and reliability of storage environment reducing costs by $200,000.
- Met project deadlines without sacrificing build quality or workplace safety.
- Developed and initiated projects, managed costs, and monitored performance.
- Provided detailed technical and operational direction in project challenges, consistently meeting deliverables according to deadlines.
- Coordinated with cross-functional teams to resolve project issues and mitigate risks.
- Monitored project performance to identify areas of improvement and make adjustments.
- Designed, developed and integrated software solutions based on business requirements and objectives.
- Worked closely with business users and business analysts to understand functionality and propose creative solutions to meet business needs.
Export Manager
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
08.1996 - 11.2000
- Designed export strategies to meet project delivery requirements.
- Prepared various export and supplier forms for customs submittal.
- Administered export of Yamaha Product lines (Motorcycles, Water Vehicles, ATVs, etc.) for compliance with company and customs export policies.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of US customs regulations and international trade laws.
- Tracked shipments processing through customs and other agencies and obtained clearances.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders and customers.
Export Specialist
Yusen Air and Sea Service
09.1993 - 10.1996
- Obtained competitive rates and space with airlines, steamship lines, railways and trucking companies.
- Completed AES filings for U.S. Customs exports requirements, prepared letters of credit and put together export declarations.
- Followed requirements and regulations for dangerous goods handling.
- Documented waybill data and dimensions and weights of cargo in computer database.
- Verified shipments against documents to maintain accuracy.
- Advised customers on transportation options, types of carriers or shipping routes.
- Prepared and processed export documentation according to customs regulations, laws or procedures.
- Reviewed and signed documents on behalf of clients in line with power of attorney limitations.
- Developed and maintained relationships with customs brokers, freight forwarders and customers.
- Obtained necessary export licenses and permits for shipments.
- Maintained open communication with customers and overseas partners to update all parties on order and shipping changes.
- Maintained up-to-date knowledge of US customs regulations and international trade laws.
English as a Second Language Teacher
Amerigo Eigo Gakkuin
06.1988 - 06.1990
- Developed and taught ESL curriculum to improve students' conversational abilities.
- Improved instruction methods by using various assessment tools and strategies.
- Attended workshops to learn about student motivation and engaging learning activities.
- Gave one-on-one attention to each student while maintaining overall focus on entire group.
- Developed activities and integrated technology to diversify instruction.
- Created new lesson plans based on course objectives.
- Educated students in basics of English grammar and conversational speaking.
- Conducted individualized tutoring sessions for students with additional learning needs.
- Facilitated small group and individual instruction to maximize student learning.
Education
Associate of Science - Biology And Chemistry
Eastern Iowa Community College District
Davenport, IA05.2008
MBA - International Business Management
Arizona State, American Graduate School
Phoenix, AZ05.1992
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Brigham Young University
Provo, UT04.1988
Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
Rexburg, IDSkills
- Developing Relationships
- Communicating with and Relating to Youth
- Calming Tense Situations
- Encouraging Participation
- Root Cause Analysis
- Project Scheduling
- Work flow planning
- Data Analysis
Teaching Experiences
iJAG: Iowa Jobs for American Graduates
- 3 years mentoring students at Davenport Central High School.
Annie Wittenmeyer Center
- Mentor for young legal offenders.
Seminary Teacher
- Taught Seminary for the high school students of our church's congregation for 5 years.
Additional Information
Spanish Language: Fluent
Japanese Language: Conversational
Overseas Experience:
2 years living in Bolivia
2 years living in Japan
Languages
Spanish
Native or Bilingual
Japanese
Limited Working
Timeline
IT Project Manager/Software Analyst
John Deere and Company
12.2000 - 07.2024
Export Manager
Yamaha Motor Corporation, USA
08.1996 - 11.2000
Export Specialist
Yusen Air and Sea Service
09.1993 - 10.1996
English as a Second Language Teacher
Amerigo Eigo Gakkuin
06.1988 - 06.1990
Associate of Science - Biology And Chemistry
Eastern Iowa Community College District
MBA - International Business Management
Arizona State, American Graduate School
Bachelor of Arts - International Relations
Brigham Young University
Electrical, Electronics Engineering Technologies
Brigham Young University - Idaho
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