Callie Schaser
Cambridge
Summary
Experienced individual with exceptional communication and project management skills. Proven ability to handle multiple tasks effectively and efficiently in fast-paced environments. Recognized for taking proactive approach to identifying and addressing issues, with focus on optimizing processes and supporting team objectives. Track record of fostering collaborative team environments and achieving measurable results in dynamic settings.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Communications Specialist / Programs Manager
Living Lands and Waters
East Moline, IL
06.2021 - Current
- Trained and lead crew members on communication best practices, fostering a collaborative environment for project execution.
- Streamlined internal communication processes by implementing effective communication tools and platforms.
- Developed and enforced standard operating procedures to ensure consistent quality across all projects.
- Effectively lead barge crew on day to day work.
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Developed and implemented communication strategies to enhance organizational outreach and public engagement.
- Managed social media campaigns, increasing audience interaction and awareness of environmental initiatives.
- Coordinated press releases and media relations, strengthening relationships with local and national journalists.
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Hanging Gardens LLC
Milwaukee, WI
08.2019 - 12.2019
- Provided business and administrative support to the CEO and other executive employees
- Coordinated CEO’s day to day schedule for an extensive amount of travel and meetings
- Managed CEO’s external communications
- Used multiple modes of communication; Asana, Outlook, telephone, email, etc to communicate with clients
- Traveled to local and national trade shows with the CEO to talk to new investors and potential B2B clients to do business with
- Edited entire company Product Technical Guide (over 800 pages) and ordered, facilitated, and assembled all 500 completed Technical Guides
Technical Sales Specialist
Hanging Gardens LLC
Milwaukee, WI
06.2018 - 08.2019
- Scheduled, managed, and lead meetings with developers, architects, engineers, contractors, owners, and landscape architects
- Presented many “Lunch and Learn” presentations showcasing the company’s products, systems, and projects
- Used designated database to track and keep up to date on clients and projects
- Managed company website and all Social Media accounts (Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn)
- Found target market areas and clients to increase our sales
- Assisted in the research and development of new and existing products
- Detailed and arranged logistics for national and local conferences, seminars, and trade shows; including booth set up, travel arrangements, and venue reservations
- Maintained an up to date knowledge on over 500 products and systems
Swim Instructor
Swim America
Waukesha, WI
06.2011 - 11.2013
- Taught children (ages 2-13) basic to advanced skills.
- Communicated and worked well with children and their parents throughout the process.
- Created new and innovative ways to help children learn and improve swimming skills, to graduate to competitive swim clubs.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies And Communications
Lake Forest College
Lake Forest, IL05-2018
Skills
- Extremely personable, and able to get along with all demographics of people
- Great listening and communication skills
- Hardworking and always shows up with a great attitude ready to work
- Internal communications
- Event execution
- Ability to calmly cope and adapt in high stress situations to problem solve
- SCUBA Certified
Timeline
Communications Specialist / Programs Manager
Living Lands and Waters
06.2021 - Current
Executive Assistant to the CEO
Hanging Gardens LLC
08.2019 - 12.2019
Technical Sales Specialist
Hanging Gardens LLC
06.2018 - 08.2019
Swim Instructor
Swim America
06.2011 - 11.2013
Bachelor of Arts - Environmental Studies And Communications
Lake Forest College