Laurel Bollenberg
Naperville,IL
Summary
Organized and dependable Project Manager adept at planning, directing and maintaining continuous operations in various departments. Experienced in organizing products, programs, and improvements while keeping within standards and expectations for each project. Skilled at identifying or anticipating problems and providing solutions to meet team goals. Excels at managing multiple priorities and responsibilities with a positive attitude.
Overview
18
18
years of professional experience
Work History
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
West Chicago School District 33
09.2022 - Current
- Collaborated with Speech-Language Pathologists to develop individualized treatment plans for over 25 students
- Improved communication abilities in children by utilizing age-appropriate and play-based activities and techniques
- Assisted in reducing language barriers for non-English speaking clients through bilingual therapy sessions
- Administered screenings for possible speech and language delays
- Tracked student’s progress via data collection and maintained organized documentation and open communication with supervisor
- Collaborated with Special Education team to maximize benefits
- Produced and managed creative and engaging whole group lessons
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Speech Made Easy
02.2019 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with Speech-Language Pathologists to develop individualized treatment plans for over 25 clients and their family
- Increased patient engagement by creating interactive, fun, and stimulating speech therapy activities
- Provide parent coaching to assist families in becoming primary models
- Collaborate with team and family to create the best environment for learning through play
- Maintained detailed records of patient progress, allowing for better adjustments in treatment plans when needed
Project Manager
AKASHA Crystals
02.2008 - 07.2010
- Managed 15+ major accounts, including Target, Meijer, Williams Sonoma Brands, and Pier1 Imports
- Established and maintained effective communication among team members and vendors for successful collaboration within each project
- Participated actively in vendor meeting preparation, item selection, plan-o-gram building, marketing, and execution to retailers
- Led new SKU on-boarding, quality control issues and all communication between clients and home office
- Coordinated product samples, artwork, packaging options, quality control and proofreading, and all supporting all documentation and communication with clients
- Collaborated with various teams to ensure successful project execution, including offices overseas
- Assist with analyzing inventory levels and forecasting future orders
- Track latest innovations and trends to generate business interest
Visual Manager
Forever 21
08.2006 - 02.2008
- Supervise 2 Visual Merchandisers and 50+ associates
- Enhanced customer experience by creating visually appealing and organized store layouts
- Collaborated with the sales team to optimize product placement, resulting in increased sales
- Maintained a visually engaging environment, ensuring brand consistency across all marketing materials
- Managed window displays and in-store promotional materials, contributing to strong brand identity and increased customer interest
- Trained new employees on visual merchandising techniques, encouraging professional growth and development
- Provide quality customer service
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Speech Language Pathology Assistant
College of DuPage
Glen Ellyn05.2018
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising
Western Illinois University
Macomb, IL12.2003
Skills
- Project implementation and monitoring
- Document organization
- Product presentation
- Marketing support
- Visual merchandising
- Relationship building
- Extensive experience and knowledge of premier hardware brands
- CPR certified
- Professional License through IDFPR
Languages
Spanish
Limited Working
Timeline
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
West Chicago School District 33
09.2022 - Current
Speech Language Pathologist Assistant
Speech Made Easy
02.2019 - 07.2022
Project Manager
AKASHA Crystals
02.2008 - 07.2010
Visual Manager
Forever 21
08.2006 - 02.2008
Associate of Applied Science - Speech Language Pathology Assistant
College of DuPage
Bachelor of Science - Fashion Merchandising
Western Illinois University
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