Type Of Business:
Online Consulting Firm
Expertise:
Ms. Rivers' expertise is in computer hardware and software training, web design and Internet marketing.
Major Product/SVS:
Web Site Design, Internet Marketing and Computer Training Services
Favorite Business Publication:
PC World; Graphic Design; NEHGS Publications
Hobbies/Sports:
Genealogy, Working on Computers, Conducting Historical Research
Education Degrees:
Pursuing Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology, with a Concentration in Software, Western Governors University; Bachelor of Science in Biology, with a Concentration in Teaching, University of Michigan, Flint; Associate of Arts, Delta College, University Center, MI
Affiliations Awards:
The Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.; New England Historic Genealogical Society
Place of Birth:
Saginaw, MI
Industry:
Computer Consulting
Date of Distinction:
9/10/2008
Work History:
Technical Trainer, Bridge to Work Center (2006); Lead Personal Computer and Internet Trainer, ESoft Solutions, Inc. (2000-2001); Business Analyst, Adecco (1998-2000); Alternative Education Teacher, Davison Community Schools (1997-1998); Substitute Teacher, Birch Run Area Schools (1996-1997); Floor Clerk, Satow Drugs (1991-1997); Technical Trainer, Gradepoint; Computer Technician, Gradepoint; Technical Writer, Gradepoint
What do you feel separates you from the rest of the professionals in your industry?:
Ms. Rivers’ hard work, learning and teaching skills, ability to translate complicated technical concepts to a common language and convey interest and excitement in dull and boring subjects that will ultimately make the learning experience more memorable for the students separate her from her peers.
What has been the most outstanding thing you have done thus far in your career?:
Ms. Rivers' greatest career achievements were starting her own business and obtaining her bachelor's degree in biology through scholarships and grants.
How would you like to be remembered by your peers?:
Ms. Rivers would like to be remembered by her peers as a modest, hard working and a person with distinctive sense of humor and contagious laugh.
If you could solve one problem in the world today, what would it be?:
Ms. Rivers would like to solve problems pertaining to the intolerance of other's belief.
If you could have lunch with anyone, dead or alive, who would it be and why?:
Ms. Rivers would like to have lunch with her grandparents because she wanted to know about her family history.
Highlight of career?:
The highlights of her career were starting her own business, completing school and obtaining her first bachelor's degree without seeking any student loan.
Charity:
Stiles Family of America; Thomas Munson Foundation
Number Of Years In Profession:
16
Number Of Years In Current Position:
3
What Does He/She Attribute Success To:
She attributes her success to her personality, persistence, determination and to her passion for her profession.
How Did They Get Involved In Profession:
She became involved in her profession because she always wanted to help people learn.
Extended Bio Profile:
Ms. Rivers is also involved in an online business for selling candles in which she is in charge of ordering supplies. She considers to being recognized as a person with multitasking skills by her colleagues and employers as her career achievement.
Day to Day Responsibilities:
Overseeing Operations Including Finance and Budgeting, Ordering Supplies, Teaching, Developing Curriculum and Web Sites
Education Certifications:
Certified Internet Web Professional; Certification in A+, I-Net+ and Network+; CIW Certification in JavaScript; CIW Certification in Web Design; Diploma in Personal Computer Repair
Awards/Honors:
Service Award, The Society for Creative Anachronism, Inc.