Chicago CFO Adds A Financial Perspective To Business Decisions
Mike Smiley, CFO at Zebra Technologies, shares detailed information about his background and his highly successful career.
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Mike Smiley, CFO at Zebra Technologies, shares detailed information about his background and his highly successful career.
A person that wants to get into this field must be willing to constantly be learning and have patience when solving complex problems. It's very rewarding, but is also not for everyone.
"I love seeing clients reach an agreement and resolve disputes, especially in challenging cases when it is clear my services helped to make a difference. The feeling is very satisfying and rewarding," says Keisha Stoute.
Brian Clark, Director of Information Technology at STATS LLC, encourages others to continue with their education and offers excellent advice to those looking to get into the technology field.
There is a high demand for computer and information research scientists in Chicago; this growing field offers a multitude of opportunities.
John Summers-Miller, VP of Finance Merchandising at US Foods, shares the details of his job description and offers excellent advice to those looking to get into a similar career.
Rachel Dubrow, LCSW is a psychotherapist who is in private practice; she shares the responsibilities of her role, the favorite part of of her day and how education prepared her for her career.
Andrea Erickson encourages aspiring education leaders to "be a learner first then a teacher. The role of principal is lead learner and teacher. "
Rebecca Skorek, a research analyst at the Illinois Criminal Justice Information Authority, offers excellent advice to those considering a career in the criminal justice field.
Christy Sarantopoulos, Specialty Compounding Pharmacy Sales Representative/Nurse at JDiscount Pharmacy, shares the scope and responsibilities of her position.
Demand for mixologists grows in Chicago as Illinois recently reinstated happy hours, and restaurants and bars are taking advantage of the new legalization by offering many drink specials.
"Spend at least as much time reading things your professor didn't assign; you'll learn more and find your passion."
Sean Hayes, CVA , Founder and Owner of Insurance Agency Appraisal, offers information about his career and excellent advice for others who are considering a similar career.
Deepak Kaul, Vice President of Information Technology at Zebra Technologies, is responsible for functional and technical delivery of enterprise applications across the company's global offices.
The often overlooked position of an actuary is in fact one of the most respectable and well-paying jobs in the United States; due to the abundance of insurance companies in Chicago, there is a great need for in the Windy City.
Melissa Pekar, Physical Education Teacher at Elgin School District, shares insight into her school day and the joy she has working with students everyday.
Rhonda Fried is a psychiatric nurse practitioner at Mathers Clinic in Chicago; finds her job to be very challenging, but also very rewarding.
Jennie Magiera, Chief Technology Officer for Des Plaines School District 62, supports teachers, students and staff with innovative tools.
Richard Schak, Program Director of Criminal Justice at National Louis University, has many life experiences in the Criminal Justice field and brings those experiences to his position to teach others at the university.
Steve Penley, Business Teacher at Waubonsie Valley High School, helps student's develop critical thinking skills through their participation in Business Courses.
Jonathan Bast would advise future music teachers to choose a college that has a great Music Education department. Then, participate in as many musical experiences as they can.
Diana Bahena, Chicago Nurse Practitioner, shares her experiences working with aging adults in a longterm facility, and she enjoys her broad and vast responsibilities.
Steve Wodka, Psy.D., CEO and co-owner of a private outpatient psychotherapy practice, Personal Growth Associates, shares his background, his role and responsibilities.
Once Sage was out of college, he landed his first position as a Social Media Manager, for a small Chicago Tech-Startup (CouponCabin.com), which is how he found his way into the tech-industry.
An insurance underwriter is responsible to determine if a potential customer will be offered insurance, along with the coverage, the terms and also the cost. Th
