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I help businesses project a strong, consistent image by leveraging my deep command of English and my multi-disciplinary experience in sales, coaching, broadcasting, and writing. Since 2015 I’ve run MasterGrammar.com, delivering proofreading, editing, ghostwriting, and custom writing services—ensuring clients present the right message across speeches, press releases, blogs, and articles. I’m committed to helping organizations communicate clearly and professionally in today’s digital age.
With a background that spans sports broadcasting, youth coaching, and corporate sales, I excel at turning ideas into articulate, engaging content and communications. I thrive when crafting letters of application, speeches, blogs, and articles, and I’m comfortable working independently or as part of a team to deliver strong, on-brand messaging.
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
Language
English
Fluent
Work Experience
Owner at Master Grammar (MasterGrammar.com)
January 1, 2015 - PresentProvide professional writing services for businesses, emphasizing the importance of projecting the proper image for each business. Edit and proofread letters of application for students pursuing post-secondary education. Offer editing, proofreading, and ghostwriting services to authors. Additional services include speeches, press releases, blogs, articles, creative writing, and other custom projects.
Broadcaster at WBNL, WYFX Fox Sports, WMVI
January 1, 2012 - PresentSports broadcaster handling all aspects of high school sports (Football, Basketball, Baseball, Softball). Call live play-by-play action with color commentary. Record, analyze, and post statistics with accuracy and timeliness. Host a weekly coach’s show and co-host a weekly radio show, Gameday IQ, featuring current events, historical moments, and trivia from the world of sports.
Sales Associate (Major Sales Department) at COSTCO
January 1, 2019 - January 1, 2025Sales and member services for electronics including computers, TVs, sound bars, and appliances. Prepare merchandise for retail display, determine daily presentation items, and maintain department appearance. Assist in other departments on an as-needed basis.
Pre-Load Supervisor at UPS
January 1, 2018 - January 1, 2019Unloaded packages from semi-trucks; promoted to supervisor in the pre-load department; supervised loaders as they load delivery route trucks; trained new loaders and addressed problems in this fast-paced operation.
Author at Be the Ultimate Sports Coach
January 1, 2015 - January 1, 2016Author of 'Be the Ultimate Sports Coach: The Definitive Practical Guide to Coaching Youth Sports. The How, The Why and What to Avoid', aimed at teaching and mentoring coaches to improve youth sports experiences.
Assistant High School Varsity Basketball Coach at New Harmony School
January 1, 2010 - January 1, 2012Assistant coach for varsity basketball, 2010–2012.
Coach Football & Basketball at Boonville Middle School
January 1, 2012 - January 1, 2019Coach boys in grades 6–8; 2012–2019.
Business Consultant at EPI, Inc.
January 1, 2006 - January 1, 2010Helped small business owners increase bottom line, coached proposal writing, sales presentations, and effective sales closing strategies.
Insurance Agent at AFLAC
January 1, 2004 - January 1, 2006Designed, sold and implemented benefit programs to small and medium-sized businesses.
ISO Sales Specialist at Perry Johnson, Inc.
January 1, 2003 - January 1, 2004Reviewed ISO audits and compliance to determine the best course of action for clients to become ISO certified.
Account Manager at Tri-State Cylinder Head, Inc.
January 1, 2001 - January 1, 2003Developed, grew, and maintained a large customer base; ensured sales goals were exceeded in local, regional, and national markets.
Sales at Metropolitan Evansville Chamber of Commerce
January 1, 1999 - January 1, 2001Direct sales to local businesses, including renewals and development of new customer base.
Vice President of Sales and Marketing at Hammer Industries, Inc.
January 1, 1997 - January 1, 1999Led sales and marketing for a manufacturer of farm implement wheels.
Sales at Escalade Sports, Inc.
January 1, 1983 - January 1, 1997Sales of sporting goods to retailers in 20 states.
Route Representative / Branch Manager at Means Services, Inc.
January 1, 1981 - January 1, 1983Route sales representative, later promoted to Branch Manager at Paducah, KY.
Parts Sales – Export Division at Bucyrus-Erie Company
January 1, 1979 - January 1, 1981Worked in the Parts Sales Department – Export Division.
Education
B.S. in Finance, with emphasis in Statistics at Indiana University, Bloomington
August 1, 1977 - May 1, 1979Math Major with emphasis in statistics and business at Purdue University, West Lafayette
August 1, 1975 - May 1, 1977Qualifications
Industry Experience
Media & Entertainment, Professional Services, Education, Manufacturing, Retail
Experience Level
Expert
Expert
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