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Tyler Kulenguski

Chantilly,Virginia

Summary

Accomplished Owner and Designer at GemFusion, adept in small business operations and fostering customer relations. Proven track record in enhancing customer satisfaction and mentoring teams for professional growth. Skilled in both relationship building and efficient process implementation, significantly contributing to business success and client retention.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

Owner and Designer

GemFusion
09.2011 - Current
  • Managed day-to-day business operations.
  • Developed and maintained strong relationships with clients, resulting in repeat business and referrals.
  • Increased customer satisfaction by implementing efficient business processes and providing exceptional service.
  • Organized and attended trade shows and special events to showcase products, network with other businesses and attract new customers.
  • Interacted well with customers to build connections and nurture relationships.
  • Produced high-quality mockups for client approval during the iterative design process, saving time on revisions later down the line.
  • Mentored junior designers, fostering culture of continuous learning and professional growth.
  • Identified design requirements for each project.
  • Analyzed feedback from customers and staff to refine design concepts.

Vice-President

The Washington Guild of Goldsmiths
11.2012 - 12.2022
  • Demonstrated proficient leadership skills to motivate employees and build competent teams.
  • Collaborated with senior management to develop strategic initiatives and long term goals.
  • Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
  • Oversaw business-wide changes to modernize procedures and organization.
  • Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
  • Represented the organization at public events, advocating for its mission and values in the community.
  • Mentored new board members, providing guidance on roles, responsibilities, and expectations of the position.
  • Developed long-term strategic plans to guide organizational growth and success.
  • Enhanced visibility and impact within community through targeted public relations initiatives.
  • Advanced organization's mission by facilitating partnerships with local businesses and community leaders.
  • Fostered collaboration across departments to streamline project implementation and enhance outcomes.
  • Supported strategic planning efforts to align with long-term organizational goals.
  • Initiated mentorship program to develop emerging leaders within organization.

Elementary Classroom Teacher Fourth Grade Teacher

Prince Georges County Public School System
09.1996 - 06.1998
  • Built positive relationships with parents to involve families in educational process.
  • Incorporated differentiated instruction techniques to accommodate diverse learning styles and needs.
  • Developed strong rapport with students, fostering a sense of trust and mutual respect.
  • Planned lessons according to district standards to cover requirements and prepare for standardized tests.
  • Established clear expectations for behavior, creating a respectful and inclusive classroom environment.
  • Helped students develop self-esteem and life skills by fostering healthy conflict-resolution, critical thinking, and communication.
  • Collaborated with colleagues to create interdisciplinary lesson plans for a more comprehensive learning experience.
  • Administered various reading tests and determined student reading levels based on assessment findings.
  • Pursued professional development during summer months to maintain certification and extend skills.
  • Met with parents to review Individualized Education Plans for at-risk students.
  • Taught core subjects of math, science, technology, and history.
  • Designed daily lesson plans customized to student needs.
  • Organized field trips, guest speakers, and extracurricular activities to enhance the curriculum and engage students beyond the classroom setting.
  • Retained student interest and maximized receptive learning.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Education K-8

Radford University
Radford, VA
12.1990

International Studies

Northern Virginia Community College
Annandale, VA
05.1989

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

University of San Diego
San Diego, CA
05.1987

Skills

    Customer Relations

    Small business operations

    Relationship Building

    Verbal and written communication

    Staff Management

    Team Leadership

    Employee Motivation

    Delegating Work

professional recommendations

*Marla Rudnick

marla.s.rudnick@mcpsmd.net

(202)531-6917



*Maria Ferkova

mbferkova@fcps.edu

(703)389-9389


Timeline

Vice-President

The Washington Guild of Goldsmiths
11.2012 - 12.2022

Owner and Designer

GemFusion
09.2011 - Current

Elementary Classroom Teacher Fourth Grade Teacher

Prince Georges County Public School System
09.1996 - 06.1998

Bachelor of Science - Education K-8

Radford University

International Studies

Northern Virginia Community College

Bachelor of Arts - Spanish Language And Literature

University of San Diego

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