RESUME: Trade Show Management

[RockRat]

I managed the Grand Strand Gift Show for 6 years. I worked with the show for 10
years up until the owner sold the show in early 1996. I am now looking to get
involved in other trade shows.

RESUME FOR

James L. Kruger
3929 El Soneta Place
Alexandria, VA 22309
(703) 619-9378
E-Mail: jkr...@clark.net

QUALIFICATIONS

Formal training in computer programming.
Extensive training and knowledge in computer software.
Designed and assembled PC systems as a freelance consultant.
Knowledgeable in PC troubleshooting and systems repair.
Working knowledge of the Internet and related tools.
Working knowledge of news letter publication and fulfillment.
Extensive experience in retail sales and management.
Skilled in darkroom photography and high contrast photo enlargement.

WORK EXPERIENCE

UNITED COMMUNICATIONS GROUP SFS Administrator
11300 Rockville Pike February 1996 to December 1996
Suite 1100
Rockville, MD 20852

System: HP 3000 / MPE/ix operating system

Responsible for database management of the subscription fulfillment
system using the Automated Resources Group, Inc. SFS/3000, run on an
HP 3000 main frame host. This includes setup and execution of list
runs and the setup and execution of product fulfillment and subscriber
billing operations, printing of labels and statements, the transfer of
files produced from job runs, the creation and testing of new documents
and system configuration and testing. All systems work is performed
from PCs running Reflections 1 for Windows version 4.21 to connect to
the host which runs the MPE/ix operating system. All printing is done
using the MPE/ix native mode spooler commands. File transfers are made
to the local PC using the WRQ file transfer protocol. Files are then
transferred to the SUN or Stratus systems as needed using Rapid Filer
version 4.12. Other responsibilities include the production of postal
form 3541 for all second class publications prior to mailing and
printer supply inventory and output distribution.

Systems Operator
August 1995 to February 1996

Produced printed reports and list runs. Printed subscribers address
labels and billing. Operated and maintained line printers (HP 2300 and
HP 2567C).

A. L. GOODIES PHOTO Manager
112 Main Street January 1995 to August 1995
Annapolis, MD 21401

Maintained successful operation of a small photo lab. Hired and
managed staff personnel. Purchased products and operational supplies.
Maintained the film processor and printer, including some board level
repairs. Handled corporate sales and promotions.

EASTERN MOUNTAIN SPORTS Sales Associate
Annapolis Harbour Center August 1994 to January 1995
2554 Solomons Island Road
Annapolis, MD 21401

Responsible for shipping and receiving, customer request, special
orders and customer service. Worked with customer sales and operated
the P.O.S. terminal as needed.

GRAND STRAND GIFT SHOW Manager
P.O. Box 676 November 1985 to December 1995
Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29597

Managed a family owned trade exhibit show held annually at the Myrtle
Beach Convention Center. It is one of the largest novelty trade shows
on the East Coast. Responsible for security coordination. Designated
and controlled exhibition booth setup and display. Handled customer
relations with exhibitors and retail buyers.

ATLANTIC REPROGRAPHICS Production Manager
490 West Broadway August 1989 to March 1991
Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577

Supervised a staff of three employees. Responsible for all darkroom
photography, blueprinting, photocopying and binding of architectural
specifications. Designed store advertisements. Handled shipping and
receiving.

MAGNA ONE HOUR PHOTO Night Shift Supervisor
Myrtle Square Mall March 1989 to July 1990
Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29577

Responsible for the processing and printing of C41 film and equipment
setup. Handled daily accounting procedures.

DUNN ENTERPRISES, Assistant Manager
TRADING AS O.D. SURFSHOP February 1986 to March 1989
201 Main Street
North Myrtle Beach, S.C. 29582

Supervised a staff of fourteen employees. Controlled the inventory and
ordering of hard goods. Designed the window and floor displays.
Participated in the planning and opening of two new stores within the
chain. Closed out the registers and completed days end paperwork.

Sales Associate
October 1985 to February 1986

Assisted customers in the purchase of surf equipment, apparel and
accessories. Performed daily task to maintain the general store
appearance. Restocked merchandise as needed and checked in new
shipments.

EDUCATION

DeVRY INSTITUTE OF TECHNOLOGY
250 North Arcadia Avenue
Decatur, GA 30030-2198

Course studies in Computer Information Systems to include training in
COBOL and Pascal programming, Lotus 1-2-3, WordPerfect 5.0, Systems
Analysis and Design, Economics, and Business.

HORRY-GEORGETOWN TECHNICAL COLLEGE
Highway 501
Conway, S.C.

Course studies in Computer Science to include training in Structured
Programming, Accounting, BASIC programming, RPG programming, Technical
Drawing and Software Applications.

CBM COMPUTER CENTER
Myrtle Beach, S.C.

WordPerfect 5.0, Novell Netware, Dbase III.

SOFTWARE

DOS 6.2, Windows 3.0, WordPerfect 6.0 for Windows and DOS,
WordPerfect Office 3.1, WordPerfect Mail for Windows v3.1,
Norton Textra Writer, RightWriter 4.0, Peachtree Accounting,
Quattra Pro, Dbase IV, C/UNIX Utilities, Quick Link II/ Fax
for DOS and Windows, Procomm Plus 1.1, Crosstalk, Telix for
DOS and Windows, Norton Utilities 3.1 to 6.0, PC Tools 2.03
to 7.1, Xtree Gold, Turbo Pascal 6.0, Realia COBOL 1.03,
PowerBatch 1.4, Qedit 2.15 to 3.0, Vedit Plus 4.2, Reflections 1
for Windows and 7 for DOS, Microsoft Word 6.0, Microsoft Excel 5.0,
NetScape 1.22, Eudora 1.4.4, FAXability 2.02, Rapid Filer 4.12

HOBBIES AND SPECIAL INTERESTS

Computer Bulletin Board Enthusiast
Former Semi-Professionally Ranked Surfer
Accomplished Rock Climber (5.10 - 5.11 Rating)
Climbing Instructor - Part-time, at Sport Rock Gyms
Avid Mountain Biker
Amateur Jewelry Designer

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