Lillian Denning

Business professional, experienced college instructor and entrepreneur; skilled in fintech, academic instruction, course development, business administration, sales, marketing, fundraising, management, customer service and staff training.

• Voting Location Manager - [Portage County], 2020-Current
• Community Food Pantry - [Lord's Lunch], 2016-Current
• Design Innovation Initiative - [Kent State University], 2020-Current
• Life Member, Alumni Association - [Kent State University]
• M. V. P. Award - [Fifth Third Bank], 1998, 1999, 2005
• Hustle Award - [Fifth Third Bank], July 2000
• Salesperson of the Month - [Fifth Third Bank], Oct 2005, July 2006
• Business Partner of the Year - [Fifth Third Bank], 2004

Versapay

TWO AND A HALF CHICKS CONCESSION & CATERING | 03/2009 - 11/2018

• Founded concession & catering business, grew revenue to $24k first yr, $60k within 2 years.
• Managed daily operations; accounting, finance, HR, training, marketing and public relations.
• Negotiated 3 yr. contract with Gilbane Building Company, providing exclusive concession services on $50m building project for 50 to 200 contract workers.

PETAPAZOOLA | 04/2000 - 08/2005

• Founded two-day family & pet expo, negotiated contract with John S. Knight Convention Center.
• Secured national talent including Mario Lopez of Pet Stars.
• Executed floor plan of 50 plus exhibitors, directed 100 volunteers, managed attendance of 45k, partnered with corporate sponsors WNIR 100.1 FM, Pizza Hut, Acme & Time Warner Cable promoting through print, radio & television advertising.

ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR, COLLEGE OF BUSINESS | 8/2018 - PRESENT

Kent State University - Kent, OH

• Develop course materials, deliver course lectures, grade assignments & presentations.
• Assign & guide collaborative teams, rotate participants weekly for problem-solving activities.
• Participate in department, college and university activities and meetings.

Course Taught | Exploring Business | Exploring Business (Lab) | Grading Assistant

ASSOCIATE LECTURER, DEPT. OF BUSINESS INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY | 8/2001 - PRESENT

The University of Akron - Akron, OH

• Foster positive environment developing creative curriculums that target & engage a diverse student audience enhancing the academic experience.
• Administer exams to evaluate comprehension, measure progress, facilitate ongoing program review for continuous improvement efforts.
• Mentor, provide letters of recommendation, referrals for students pursuing internships, postgraduate study, and employment.
• Participate in department, college and university activities and meetings.

Courses Taught | Problems in Management | Ethical Issues in the Workplace

Intro to Business in the Global Environment | Personal Finance

Essentials of Marketing Technology | Essentials of Marketing Technology (web-based)

Essentials of Management Technology | Principles of Advertising | Retailing Fundamentals

Principles of Sales | Sales Management Technology | Small Business Development

Entrepreneurship Projects | Computer Information Systems, Internship

DIRECTOR, ALUMNI BOARD OF DIRECTOR | 01/2003 - 12/2009

Ashland University - Ashland, OH

• Served two (2) terms (6 years), appointed to Ways & Means /Long Term Planning Committees.
• Solicited donations for silent auction, legacy scholarships & future alumni house.
• Represented board at graduation ceremonies and university sanctioned events.
  
  

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