28807 Lake Road • Bay Village, OH 44140 • (440) 570-6521 • emilli@mac.com

Experience

Director of Operations - BAYarts, Bay Village, OH (2016 - present)

Responsible for overseeing all administrative functions of the business. Leading and directing employees and managing the day-to-day operations necessary for the organization to achieve its objectives and mission. Project Manager for the Huntington Playhouse renovation project.

Freelance Copywriter - Bayside Creative, LLC - Cleveland, OH (2003 - present)

Create content for websites, social media, blogs, newsletters, brochures, direct mail, catalogs, product guides, press releases, speeches and other marketing communications materials for a wide range of markets.

Business Manager - Dillard’s, Beachwood, OH (2014 - 2016)

Oversaw the development and execution of short and long-term sales plans in support of the overall business strategy. Responsible for the on-going training and development of department team, product and brand presentation, and the successful execution of sales and marketing directives, while complying with company policies and procedures.

Editor/Writer - Caler & Company, Inc., Akron, OH 

Developed copy for print and broadcast advertisements, websites and internal communications materials. Participated in strategic planning, product development, client management, and the overall implementation of marketing programs.

Legal Assistant - Thompson Hine LLP, Cleveland, OH

Demonstrated strong organizational abilities in expediting a broad range of legal procedures.

Education
Cleveland State University
BA Communications - Cum Laude

Volunteer Work/Affiliations

National Geographic Certified Educator (December 2020 - present)

Bay Village Foundation Board of Trustees - Public Relations Chair (2017 - present)

Leadership in Arts and Disability (LEAD) Certified (2018)

Achievement Centers for Children - Therapeutic Riding Volunteer (2006 - 2015)