Hi, I’m
Linda Thiele
Stonybrook,NY
There’s no shortage of remarkable ideas, what’s missing is the will to execute them.
Seth Godin
Summary
An expert communicator with a passion and proven track record of working across the vast landscape of higher-e Collaborative leader with dedication to partnering with coworkers to promote engaged, empowering work culture. Documented strengths in building and maintaining relationships with diverse range of stakeholders in dynamic, fast-paced settings.
Overview
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Stony Brook University
Assistant Director for Student Engagement
04.2023 - Current
Job overview
- Experienced student success advising officer who understands the current processes and how to bring intersection, such as caseload management, reporting, and analytic requirements, communication processes, and record/event management
- Currently managing 3 highly visible programs within the higher education landscape: Human Resource Management in tandem with the College of Business at Stony Brook University; Higher Education Administration; and Master's of Liberal Studies.
- Empowered to make decisions throughout the implementation without consistently relying upon outside support.
- Continually improving upon the latest technologies that Slate offers; an annual conference; Slate Knowledge Base training; community portals.
- Utilize Slate Video to segment and customize a student's journey
- Maximize communications and marketing techniques to bring forth sustainable growth that can be tracked accurately while providing key insight overview to key stakeholders.
- Tracked key business metrics and made recommendations for proactive adjustments to policies and procedures.
- Leveraged data and analytics to make informed decisions and drive business improvements.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
The University Of Alabama
Digital Marketing Masters Degree Candidate
05.2021 - 05.2023
Job overview
- Optimized digital advertising budgets, maximizing return on investment for paid marketing channels.
- Managed pay-per-click campaigns, increasing click-through rates and conversions
- Measured campaign success using analytics tools such as Google Analytics and Adobe Analytics, refining strategies based on data insights.
- Implemented A/B testing methodologies to optimize website elements and improve overall performance metrics.
- Created visually appealing reports detailing campaign successes which were used internally by various departments.
- Increased customer acquisition and ROI through continuous optimization, testing, and experimenting with ad creative work, bid strategies, audience targeting, and placements.
- Measured and reported performance of all digital marketing campaigns, and assessed against ROI and KPIs.
- Developed and executed A/B testing strategies to optimize campaign performance.
- Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
Transform Mid-Atlantic
Strategic Partnerships and Outreach Coordinator
06.2022 - 04.2023
Job overview
- Developed partnerships with relevant stakeholders, strengthening the organization''s presence in the community.
- Enhanced program visibility by creating targeted marketing materials and utilizing social media platforms.
- Implemented data-driven strategies to evaluate outreach efforts and continuously improve program effectiveness.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop comprehensive plans for addressing community needs.
- Streamlined communication processes within the organization, improving information flow among team members involved in outreach activities.
- Evaluated emerging trends in community engagement, incorporating innovative approaches into existing programs to maintain relevance and effectiveness.
- Created and implemented print and digital public awareness campaign to increase awareness of AmeriCorps and its partnership with Transform mid-Atlantic.
The Stony Brook School
Faculty Advisor
08.2016 - 07.2021
Job overview
- Conducted academic advisement services for students on reoccurring basis to maintain educational progression.
- Provided support and guidance to students experiencing academic and personal troubles.
- Mentored students, offering advice and support on topic selection, appropriateness and academic value.
- Helped students with initial adjustment to university academic life and interpreted institutions policies and requirements.
- Investigated complaints and worked with students, parents and teachers on finding positive resolutions.
- Enhanced student-faculty relationships by implementing mentorship programs and fostering open communication.
The Stony Brook School
Admissions Coordinator
04.2018 - 06.2021
Job overview
- Managed admissions processes for incoming students, promptly collecting and processing necessary documents.
- Collaborated with admissions team to develop and implement strategies to improve admissions process.
- Reviewed applications and transcripts to verify student eligibility and compliance with admissions criteria.
- Handled inquiries from prospective students to provide detailed information regarding admissions process.
- Established and maintained relationships with high schools and community organizations to increase awareness of admissions process.
- Assisted with creation of marketing plans to attract prospective students.
- Cultivated engaged student population with successful orientation programs.
- Implemented strategies to increase student recruiting, engagement and retention.
- Developed and implemented student success initiatives to recognize and encourage achievement.
- Enhanced student satisfaction with the admissions experience through timely communication and personalized support.
- Streamlined the admissions process by implementing an efficient online application system.
Nova ( International School )
Branch Manager
06.2001 - 08.2002
Job overview
- Oversaw daily operations for streamlined efficiency, ensuring timely execution of tasks and optimal resource allocation.
- Engaged employees in business processes with positive motivational techniques.
- Interviewed and hired talented individuals with top-level strengths, improving organizational talent, and skill set.
- Created strategies to develop and expand existing customer sales, resulting in increase in annual sales.
- Maintained friendly and professional customer interactions.
- Enhanced branch production rates by handling staff conflicts, evaluations, hiring, and termination processes and coaching employees on company protocol and payroll operations.
- Developed a high-performing team through targeted recruitment, training, and performance management initiatives.
Education
The University of Alabama- Graduate ProgramTuscaloosa, AL
Master of Science from Digital Marketing
05.2023
The University of AlabamaTuscaloosa
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature
05.1998
Skills
- Excellent Communication
- Cultural Awareness
- Written Communication
- Interpersonal Communication
- Verbal Communication
- Social Perceptiveness
- Quality Assurance - Editing and proofreading experience
- Problem-Solving - Short-term and Long-term growth mindset
- Attention to Detail
- Dependable and Responsible
Availability
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Timeline
Assistant Director for Student Engagement
Stony Brook University
04.2023 - Current
Strategic Partnerships and Outreach Coordinator
Transform Mid-Atlantic
06.2022 - 04.2023
Digital Marketing Masters Degree Candidate
The University Of Alabama
05.2021 - 05.2023
Admissions Coordinator
The Stony Brook School
04.2018 - 06.2021
Faculty Advisor
The Stony Brook School
08.2016 - 07.2021
Branch Manager
Nova ( International School )
06.2001 - 08.2002
The University of Alabama- Graduate Program
Master of Science from Digital Marketing
The University of Alabama
Bachelor of Arts from English Literature
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