Collin's Resume

2024 - Present
Certified Workday Integrations Consultant
TopBloc
Chicago, IL

At TopBloc, I achieved certifications in Workday Integrations, Workday HCM, and Workday E2E (end-to-end) testing. I handle integrations for a variety of customers, many of whom are Fortune 500 companies, and I am involved in all stages of implementation and execution. In addition to the technical skills I demonstrate in this role, I also utilize excellent interpersonal skills for effective customer communication.

2014 - 2023
General Manager
School Of Rock
Elmhurst, IL

I was lucky enough to manage the School of Rock in Elmhurst for over ten years, passing on my love of music and self expression. In managing the 700K plus annual revenue business, I juggled dozens of employees, hundreds of customers, and a number of guitar cables being improperly wrapped. I increased revenue by over 50%, increased customer retention by over 25%, and most importantly I helped kids fall in love with rock and roll.

2008 - 2012
Special Education Department
Urbana School District #114
Urbana, IL

Prior to working at School of Rock, I was a special education aide. I began at Urbana Middle School and subsequently transitioned to Urbana High School. My responsibilities included developing IEPs (Individualized Education Plans) and lesson plans, as well as overseeing the educational progress of children with diverse learning, mental, emotional, or physical disabilities.

Education

2023
University Of Illinois
Chicago, IL
Fullstack Immersive
Web Development

I am a recent and, of course, proud graduate of the University of Illinois Chicago's Fullstack Web Development Immersive program. Throughout the program, I acquired skills in developing both front-end and back-end applications, utilizing frameworks ranging from simple HTML to advanced technologies like React and Angular. Additionally, I gained proficiency in fundamental programming languages such as JavaScript and Python, among others. My training included mastering advanced CSS styling techniques and utilizing CSS frameworks like Bootstrap, Material UI, and Tailwind.

2008 - 2012
Southern Illinois University
Carbondale, IL
Bachelor of Arts
Minor in German language

For my undergraduate work I studied English language. with a specific focus on classic literature and creative wrtiting. I also, after living in Austria for a year, recieved a minor in German language. Sehr gut!

Skills and Languages

Collin's Professional Skills

Full Stack Web Development
Management
Audio and video production and engineering
Education
Adobe Software Suite
UI (user interface design) and UX (user experience design)
SEO and social media outreach
Google suite
Audio and video live streaming

Collin's Programming Languages

Full Stack Web Development
CSS
JavaScript
Python
React JSX
Node.js
Postgres SQL
Bootstrap
Material UI