Kristie Dingeldein
Melrose
Summary
Holistic Health & Wellness Advocate
Odyssey of the Mind Coordinator
National History Day Regional Judge
Old Main Event Coordinator
Head Start Policy Council- President
Old Main Board of Directors- Secretary
Blair Cheesefest Committee
Western Technical College Business Administration Club
This Old Horse- Program Facilitator
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Brand Ambassador
Aras Promotions
10.2016 - Current
- Increased positive word-of-mouth referrals through genuine, personalized customer interactions and excellent product knowledge.
- Ensured accurate representation of the brand by maintaining consistent messaging and visuals across all promotional materials and presentations.
- Enhanced brand recognition by executing promotional events and engaging customers with product demonstrations.
- Boosted sales through effective collaboration with store staff to promote products in high-traffic areas.
- Generated leads for future business opportunities by collecting customer contact information during promotional events.
- Maintained detailed records of promotional activities, results achieved, and areas for improvement to inform future campaigns.
- Designed, filled, and arranged eye-catching product floorsets to increase sales.
- Conducted product demonstrations to highlight features and benefits, enhancing customer understanding.
- Collaborated with marketing team to develop and implement local marketing strategies, raising brand awareness.
Director of Marketing
Comwas, Llc
02.2021 - 01.2025
- Collaborated closely with sales teams to develop effective marketing collateral that supported lead generation goals.
- Managed cross-functional teams to execute successful marketing initiatives, enhancing company reputation and customer engagement.
- Regularly presented marketing insights and recommendations to executive leadership, ensuring alignment with overall business objectives.
- Developed comprehensive marketing plans for product launches, resulting in increased sales and market share.
- Spearheaded digital marketing efforts, including website redesign and social media strategy, driving significant growth in online traffic and conversions.
- Negotiated favorable contracts with vendors and agencies, reducing costs while maintaining high-quality results.
- Organized and executed robust, creative experiential marketing events.
- Oversaw rebranding efforts that resulted in enhanced corporate identity and improved brand perception among stakeholders.
- Utilized advanced analytics tools to monitor campaign performance, making data-informed adjustments as needed to improve results continuously.
- Created content and promotional materials to drive engagement and conversions.
- Oversaw preparation of marketing copy, images, videos, emails, and other collateral.
Wait Staff Member/Bartender Shift Manager
Arctic Springs
11.2021 - 10.2024
- Demonstrated excellent multitasking abilities by managing multiple tables simultaneously without sacrificing quality of service.
- Collaborated with kitchen staff to ensure accurate order preparation and timely delivery of dishes to guests.
- Assisted in training new waitstaff members, fostering a team-oriented work environment.
- Contributed to increased sales by upselling menu items and suggesting daily specials to guests.
- Helped maintain inventory levels by accurately recording stock usage and communicating needs to management.
- Worked with POS system to place orders, manage bills, and handle complimentary items.
- Followed health and safety protocols crucial for maintaining safe and sanitary environments for customers and staff.
- Performed opening and closing duties, printing sales reports, setting up for incoming shift, preparing cash drawers, and taking inventory.
- Managed bar inventory, restocked supplies and placed orders for spirits, beer, wines, and mixers.
- Promoted a positive work atmosphere through clear communication, teamwork encouragement, and recognition of employee achievements.
- Supervised and trained staff on preparing and delivering drinks, handling food, and money and setting up bar at beginning of shift and breaking down at end of shift to facilitate operations.
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
Trempealeau County Health Department
04.2021 - 02.2022
- Reduced COVID-19 transmission by effectively identifying and contacting exposed individuals.
- Provided emotional support for distressed individuals during difficult conversations surrounding their potential exposure to COVID19.
- Enhanced community safety, providing clear guidance on isolation and quarantine procedures to exposed individuals.
- Improved contact tracing efficiency with accurate data entry and case management system utilization.
- Supported public health efforts by conducting thorough interviews with confirmed COVID-19 cases.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant privacy and confidentiality regulations, ensuring the protection of sensitive personal information throughout the contact tracing process.
- Performed record keeping by logging client information within secure contact-tracing software.
- Contributed to a reduction in local outbreak numbers by promptly escalating high-risk situations to appropriate authorities.
- Participated in regular meetings with supervisors, discussing progress updates and strategizing improvements within the contact tracing process.
- Collaborated with local organizations to expand health services and resources.
Census Enumerator
United States Government Census Bureau
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Interviewed residents in assigned areas to explain purpose of Census, ask questions and record answers.
- Met with supervisor to review procedures, report issues or concerns and receive instructions.
- Maintained strict confidentiality with sensitive personal information, ensuring compliance with federal regulations.
- Ensured accurate geographic coverage by thoroughly reviewing maps and address listings before beginning enumeration activities.
- Utilized various technologies, such as handheld devices and mapping software, streamlining enumeration processes and improving overall efficiency.
- Enhanced community participation in the census by conducting door-to-door visits and providing clear explanations of the process.
Substitute Teacher, K-5/Special Education Paraprofessional
Blair-Taylor School District
01.2017 - 06.2020
- Followed classroom plans left by class teacher to continue student education and reinforce core concepts.
- Upheld classroom routines to support student environments and maintain consistent schedules.
- Developed strong rapport with students through consistent encouragement and support, fostering a positive learning atmosphere conducive to academic growth.
- Repeatedly requested as substitute teacher by teachers based on excellent past referrals and trusted performance.
- Maintained day-to-day classroom management and discipline to promote learning initiatives.
- Supervised lunchroom and recess activities.
- Promoted a collaborative learning environment through group projects and peer-to-peer activities, fostering teamwork and communication skills.
- Provided support to special education students in inclusive classrooms, developing accommodations and modifications to meet their unique needs.
- Maintained accurate records of student attendance, grades, and progress reports, ensuring timely submission to administration for reporting purposes.
- Participated in professional development opportunities to stay current on educational trends and research-based teaching strategies for continuous improvement in practice.
- Assisted in development of individualized education plans for students requiring additional support, contributing to their academic success.
Community Health Educator/Program Recruiter
Ho Chunk Nation
12.2018 - 09.2019
- Collaborated with local organizations to organize health fairs, workshops, and presentations, raising public awareness on various health topics.
- Enhanced participant understanding of health issues by creating culturally sensitive and relevant materials.
- Increased access to healthcare services for underserved populations through targeted outreach initiatives.
- Contributed to policy development efforts aimed at expanding access to affordable healthcare options for all residents within the service area.
- Addressed social determinants of health through advocacy efforts aimed at improving overall living conditions within the community.
- Heightened maternal and child well-being outcomes through targeted prenatal care education initiatives designed specifically for expectant mothers residing in underprivileged communities.
- Responded effectively to emergent public health crises utilizing evidence-based risk communication strategies disseminated across multiple media platforms.
- Conducted needs assessments to identify gaps in community knowledge regarding key health issues, informing future program development efforts.
- Managed grant writing processes to secure funding for essential program components, increasing organizational capacity for service delivery.
- Boosted immunization rates within the community by coordinating vaccination clinics and providing relevant information about vaccine safety and efficacy.
- Developed and implemented health education programs to help individuals and communities improve health and well-being.
Education
Certification of Technical Studies - Quantcast Digital Platform Certification
Quantcast
01-2021
Certificate of Technical Studies - Digital Advertising
Quantcast
01-2021
Certification - National Event Judge Cetification
National Equine Trail Sports
01-2020
License - State of Wisconsin Seller/Server License
State of Wisconsin Servsafe
01-2020
License - State of Wisconsin Caregiver Training/License
Trualta
01-2020
Associate of Applied Science - Digital Marketing
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI05-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Administrative Professional
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI05-2019
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI05-2019
Post-Graduate Certificate - Homeland Security Training
FEMA
US Department Of Homeland Security01-2019
Certificate - Applied Suicide Prevention Skills Training
State of Wisconsin
01-2019
License - Child Passenger Safety Technician
State of Wisconsin
01-2019
Certification - Emergency Medical Training
Heartsaver CPR
01-2019
Certificate - National Diabetes Prevention Program
(CDC) Center For Disease Control
01-2019
Certificate - NARCAN Training
(CDC) Center For Disease Control
01-2019
Technical Diploma - Diversity And Cultural Development
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI05-2018
Technical Diploma - Office Professional
Western Technical College
La Crosse, WI05-2017
Certificate - Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Training
State of Wisconsin
01-2011
High School Diploma -
Menomonie High School
Menomonie, WI06-2000
Certificate of Technical Studies - Certified Nursing Assistant/ Nurse Tech
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Menomonie05-1999
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Wisconsin, Stout
Menomonie, WI05-1999
Registry - Ordained Minister
State of Wisconsin
03-1999
Registry - Early Childhood Education
PDAS Registry of Wisconsin
01-1999
Skills
- Client support
- Proficient in communication
- Customer relationship management
- Reliable and accountable
- Effective organization skills
- Conflict resolution
- Proficient in handling multiple priorities
- Digital marketing strategy
Timeline
Wait Staff Member/Bartender Shift Manager
Arctic Springs
11.2021 - 10.2024
COVID-19 Contact Tracer
Trempealeau County Health Department
04.2021 - 02.2022
Director of Marketing
Comwas, Llc
02.2021 - 01.2025
Census Enumerator
United States Government Census Bureau
01.2020 - 01.2021
Community Health Educator/Program Recruiter
Ho Chunk Nation
12.2018 - 09.2019
Substitute Teacher, K-5/Special Education Paraprofessional
Blair-Taylor School District
01.2017 - 06.2020
Brand Ambassador
Aras Promotions
10.2016 - Current
Certification of Technical Studies - Quantcast Digital Platform Certification
Quantcast
Certificate of Technical Studies - Digital Advertising
Quantcast
Certification - National Event Judge Cetification
National Equine Trail Sports
License - State of Wisconsin Seller/Server License
State of Wisconsin Servsafe
License - State of Wisconsin Caregiver Training/License
Trualta
Associate of Applied Science - Digital Marketing
Western Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Administrative Professional
Western Technical College
Associate of Applied Science - Business Management
Western Technical College
Post-Graduate Certificate - Homeland Security Training
FEMA
Certificate - Applied Suicide Prevention Skills Training
State of Wisconsin
License - Child Passenger Safety Technician
State of Wisconsin
Certification - Emergency Medical Training
Heartsaver CPR
Certificate - National Diabetes Prevention Program
(CDC) Center For Disease Control
Certificate - NARCAN Training
(CDC) Center For Disease Control
Technical Diploma - Diversity And Cultural Development
Western Technical College
Technical Diploma - Office Professional
Western Technical College
Certificate - Shaken Baby Syndrome Prevention Training
State of Wisconsin
High School Diploma -
Menomonie High School
Certificate of Technical Studies - Certified Nursing Assistant/ Nurse Tech
Chippewa Valley Technical College
Bachelor of Science - Early Childhood Education
University of Wisconsin, Stout
Registry - Ordained Minister
State of Wisconsin
Registry - Early Childhood Education
PDAS Registry of Wisconsin
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