Jaclyn Kolodziej

Jaclyn Kolodziej

Beloit, Wisconsin, United States
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As a Growth & Marketing Technical Specialist at IMEC Illinois, I help manufacturers…

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Experience

  • IMEC Illinois Graphic

    IMEC Illinois

    Illinois, United States

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    Rockford, Illinois, United States

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    Rockford, Illinois Area

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    Rockford, Illinois Area

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    Janesville/Beloit, Wisconsin Area

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    Beloit, WI

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Education

  • University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee Graphic

    UW-Milwaukee

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    Activities and Societies: Volleyball McNair Scholars Program

    Varsity Volleyball
    McNair Scholar
    Teaching Assistant - Living and Dying in Global Traditions

Licenses & Certifications

  • SEO Optimization and Marketing Strategies Graphic
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB) Graphic

    Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (ICGB)

    New Horizons Computer Learning Centers

    Issued
  • Change Management Certification Graphic

    Change Management Certification

    Rasmussen College

    Issued
  • Certified Dementia Specialist

    Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance of WI

    Issued
  • Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist-CTRS

    National Council on Therapeutic Recreation Certification-NCTRC

    Issued Expires
  • Crossfit

    L-1 Coaches Certification

    Issued Expires
  • Google Analytics Individual Qualification

    Google

    Issued Expires
  • Google AdWords Search Certification

    Google

    Issued Expires
  • Google AdWords Fundamentals Graphic

    Google AdWords Fundamentals

    Google

    Issued Expires
  • Certified Dementia Practicioner

    National Council of Certified Dementia Practicioners (NCCDP)

    Issued Expires

Volunteer Experience

  • WOMEN OF TODAYS MANUFACTURING NFP Graphic

    President (2020-2022 term) & Active Member

    WOMEN OF TODAYS MANUFACTURING NFP

    - Present 5 years 9 months

    Education

    www.wotmrockford.com

    WOTM is a not-for-profit professional association for dedicated men and women working or interested in the manufacturing field or individuals that service the manufacturing industry.

    We focus on educating our members with opportunities to network with others in manufacturing through presentations, interactive dinner meetings, company tours and more. These networking events also serve as fundraisers for the manufacturing scholarships we award each year and…

    www.wotmrockford.com

    WOTM is a not-for-profit professional association for dedicated men and women working or interested in the manufacturing field or individuals that service the manufacturing industry.

    We focus on educating our members with opportunities to network with others in manufacturing through presentations, interactive dinner meetings, company tours and more. These networking events also serve as fundraisers for the manufacturing scholarships we award each year and investing back into our community.

  • 1 Million Cups Organizer Graphic

    Organizer

    1 Million Cups Organizer

    - 2 years

    Economic Empowerment

    1 Million Cups is a free, national program designed to educate, engage, and connect entrepreneurs. Developed by the Kauffman Foundation, 1MC is based on the notion that entrepreneurs discover solutions and network over a million cups of coffee.

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    Events & Programs Committee Member Co-Chair

    Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce

    - 1 year 1 month

    Economic Empowerment

    Events & Programs Committee
    THIS COMMITTEE IS THE GO-TO FOR EVENT PLANNING WITH THE CHAMBER.

    This committee plans and executes events that the GBCC hosts such as the Annual Dinner, Golf Classic, and Taste of the Chamber.

    This committee also helps with GBCC programs such as Business After Hours. This committee is run by one chairperson and a GBCC staff member.

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    Community Organizer

    Startup Weekend

    - 1 year 4 months

    Civil Rights and Social Action

    Techstars Startup Weekend is the place to look for a team, create a prototype of your idea, validate your business idea, and receive feedback from experienced entrepreneurs, all in one weekend.

  • Rockford Area Economic Development Council Graphic

    Company Attraction, Retention & Expansion

    Rockford Area Economic Development Council

    - 2 years 8 months

    Economic Empowerment

    The role of the CARE Committee is to relay opportunities for improvement to existing employers, generate new growth opportunities for local industry, advocate for a robust entrepreneurial environment, strengthen the workforce pipeline, and increase awareness and participation in continuous improvement business programs.

  • Google Graphic

    Host

    Google

    - 1 year 10 months

    Science and Technology

    Thinker Ventures is a Google Partner, hosting the Google Partners Connect Event about digital marketing. Businesses are invited to learn directly from Google about the value of digital marketing through the use of video. As a Google Partner, Thinker can help businesses maximize online advertising.

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    Committee Member-Transition & Successsion Planning Seminar

    Rockford Area Economic Development Council

    - 1 year 10 months

    Economic Empowerment

    It’s never too late to build a great business. Join John H. Brown as we unpack the critical issues of selling and buying a business:

    Actionable strategies for planning a successful transition
    Building a strong business to maximize your exit
    Learn from real-world transition experiences
    Who should attend:

    C-Level Executives
    Business Advisors
    Business Owners
    Investors
    John conveys the importance and benefits of Exit Planning and demonstrates that planning for the…

    It’s never too late to build a great business. Join John H. Brown as we unpack the critical issues of selling and buying a business:

    Actionable strategies for planning a successful transition
    Building a strong business to maximize your exit
    Learn from real-world transition experiences
    Who should attend:

    C-Level Executives
    Business Advisors
    Business Owners
    Investors
    John conveys the importance and benefits of Exit Planning and demonstrates that planning for the eventual exit from your companies should not be, and doesn’t have to be an overwhelming process.

  • Volunteer

    NIU EIGERlab Fast Pitch Competition

    - 1 year 4 months

    Volunteered during EIGERlab's annual FastPitch competition. Entrepreneurs in all phases of business from pre-startup, just an idea on a napkin to companies that have been in business or plan to expand with a new service or product have an opportunity to pitch their concept.

  • Supporter, Fundraiser

    Wisconsin Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance

    - 1 month

    Health

    I supported the Wisconsin Alzheimer's and Dementia Alliance by raising money to contribute to the (Green County)Alzheimer's Walk in the fall of 2012. I helped raise $1,177 for my team.

Honors & Awards

  • 40 Leaders Under 40 Nominee

    Rockford Chamber of Commerce

    40 Under Forty recipients have distinguished themselves in their professional field or organization, are engaged citizens, and provide leadership by volunteering their time and talents to community groups and causes. Leaders are chosen from various professional fields and walks of life including but not limited to, business, education, engineering, non-profit, manufacturing, etc.

  • Woman Manager of the Year Nominee

    Rockford Chamber of Commerce

    Woman Manager of the Year:
    Presented annually to recognize an outstanding woman manager among the Chamber membership.

  • NextGen Award Finalist 2018 & 2019

    Stateline Chamber of Commerce & Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce

    This award is designed to recognize emerging talent. It is open to women who have not only already made a mark in business but are also "women to watch" in terms of future contribution.

Languages

  • English

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Organizations

  • Greater Beloit Chamber Rising Professionals

    Member

    - Present

    The mission of this organization is to engage, empower and connect rising professionals in the Beloit region through social, professional development and community involvement opportunities. As a program of the Greater Beloit Chamber of Commerce, we serve as a catalyst for promoting the Beloit region as an enjoyable and vibrant place for young professionals to live, work and experience life - ultimately encouraging talent retention and the growth of future leaders.

  • Southern Wisconsin Activity Professionals Association

    Member

    - Present

    Southern WI Activity Professionals Association is an organization dedicated to promoting the professionalism of and educational opportunities for activity professionals. I served in the capacity of Secretary as well as assisted in coordinating the Annual WRAP conference in 2016.

  • WRAP-Wisconsin Representatives of Activity Professionals

    Member

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    Wisconsin Representatives of Activity Professionals (WRAP) goal is to provide excellence in supportive services to Activity Professionals throughout WI through education, advocacy and networking opportunities for professional and personal growth.

  • WOTM - Women of Today's Manufacturing

    President

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