Professional Candidates

Bruce Jefferson
Dedicated and hard working LAN/WAN Information Technology professional with a diverse background in Telecommunications and Network Operations. Ability to multitask in a fast paced business atmosphere and possess a strong ability to work with diverse groups. Highly motivated self-starter; quick learner, flexible, analytical and goal-oriented.

Worked as project manager on multiple projects that came in on schedule and are still in effect today. A working professional that will get his hands dirty pulling cables and running wire and rooting thru patch panels sniffing out a bad cable.

Working knowledge of Cisco routers, Admin support of M/S Active Directory, as well as Customer Support of all phases.

Gregory A. Smith
Effective and results driven management professional with vast knowledge in construction, customer service, business analysis and hotel environments. Capable of coordinating and negotiating cost effective means and contracts for the betterment of the company.

Strong and efficient problem solver; able to run projects from onset to completion. Recognized as a productive team leader that can train/mentor others in order to achieve business goals.

Committed team builder who is adept at employee relations for hiring, training, disciplining and termination, if needed.

Received a training for Building Performance Institute (BPI) - Building Analyst (Green Energy) from the Atlantic County Institute of Technology. Earned Bachelor of Science in Business Administration from Berea College.

Tony Palaia
Proficiency driven service contract and facilities management professional with strengths in trouble shooting, problem solving and the ability to make sound time-critical decisions. Able to work well independently or as part of a team on projects or contractual terms.

Operated and managed a number of small successful businesses in contract service, food service and retail industries. As a consultant, improved operation, productivity and profits for various industrial, commercial and office firms. Initiated contract bidding, management and operational systems to service military bases in building maintenance, food service and other support services.

Proficiency and interest lie in adding value to the functioning of management, training, planning and maintenance areas.

John Gruber
Self-motivated professional artist with expertise in all clay forming techniques, including Stoneware, Raku and Earthenware Porcelain. Extensive and varied background in working with clay and mixed mediums including training, discovery, experimentation, technical skill, and creative expression.

Background in Fine China Research and Development, learned from hands on experience with some of the finest ceramic minds in the industry. Knowledge base grew from a combination of being around brilliant ceramic people, having great problem solving tasks and a genuine desire to explore.

An award winning artist and sculptor demonstrating, both, technical and creative skill. Works have been collected and exhibited across the Continental United States and traveled across the sea to Switzerland, Belgium, Holland and France. Sculptural clay creations communicate when finished and each piece in turn expresses volumes about the spirit of the creator.

Graphic arts background includes 15 years of Photoshop and 10 years of Dreamweaver Web site building software. Professional designs have included event parties, Web pages, CD jackets, tee-shirts, posters, cards, business logos etc.

Belief that teaching is a means of communication; a shared experience of questions and answers. Communicates enthusiasm of the elegant complexity of everything ceramic. Conveys creative understanding when teaching foundations of clay to beginners and advanced students.

Professional Artist, Sculptor, Graphic Artist and Instructor
Self-motivated professional artist with expertise in all clay forming techniques, including Stoneware, Raku and Earthenware Porcelain. Extensive and varied background in working with clay and mixed mediums including training, discovery, experimentation, technical skill, and creative expression.

Background in Fine China Research and Development, learned from hands on experience with some of the finest ceramic minds in the industry. Knowledge base grew from a combination of being around brilliant ceramic people, having great problem solving tasks and a genuine desire to explore.

An award winning artist and sculptor demonstrating, both, technical and creative skill. Works have been collected and exhibited across the Continental United States and traveled across the sea to Switzerland, Belgium, Holland and France. Sculptural clay creations communicate when finished and each piece in turn expresses volumes about the spirit of the creator.

Graphic arts background includes 15 years of Photoshop and 10 years of Dreamweaver Web site building software. Professional designs have included event parties, Web pages, CD jackets, tee-shirts, posters, cards, business logos etc.

Belief that teaching is a means of communication; a shared experience of questions and answers. Communicates enthusiasm of the elegant complexity of everything ceramic. Conveys creative understanding when teaching foundations of clay to beginners and advanced students.

Carol Steinhauser
Biochemist with laboratory experience in food, pharmaceutical and cosmetic quality control. Knowledgeable of microbiology, wet chemistry, and laboratory instrumentation, as well as cGMP and FDA regulations.

Worked as a member of a safety committee and as the lead ISO 9000 internal auditor. Able to work independently and as part of a team. Self motivated with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry/Molecular Biology from Richard Stockton College of New Jersey. Working towards obtaining masters degree.

Walt Bodkin
Creative and motivated sales professional with extensive selling experience. Strengths include: sales, management, promotion and marketing. Experienced in training sales personnel on customer focus and development using C.S.I training methodology.

Accomplished leader and team player, capable of creating new business and revenue streams for company and clients. Worked in major market media centers and consistently contributed to the growth of these major blue chip companies. Demonstrated the ability to create customer loyalty above and beyond the sales relationship.

Rob Kealey
Six Sigma trained business administration and marketing professional with Fortune 500 (Ford Motor Co.) and small company experience. Strengths include sales, marketing, recruiting, retention, production and promotion with a record of boosting sales and bottom line profit.

Working knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Power Point & Word plus both Unix and Windows versions of ADP and Reynolds & Reynolds data management systems.

Community involvement consists of chairing the local church finance committee and fundraising projects such as Hometown Celebration and seasonal dinners. As a former USAF Electronic Warfare Officer, proud to coordinate the Mays Landing chapter for the ‘Cell Phones for Soldiers’ charity.

As a member of the Hamilton Township governing body, serves on the Industrial Commission and charged with rationally developing the township industrial park.

Graduate of Temple University and pursuing an MBA at Rutgers University.

Fred Austin
Self-motivated entrepreneur that successfully developed, operated and managed a number of small businesses in the trucking, retail, and food service industries. Significant contributor to cost reductions and profit growth through productivity, operational efficiencies and quality improvements.

Creative self-starter; talent for identifying and developing new and creative business opportunities. Committed to a job well done.

Natural communicator and team leader. Interacts effectively with customers, associates and decision makers at all levels.

Diversified experience and abilities that are easily transferable. Available for consultant and contract work.

Jamie Jarvis
Sales and Marketing Professional most recently within the hospitality industry. Organized, flexible, detail oriented team player who works well with people of diverse backgrounds and levels of authority. Looking for new markets and opportunities to utilize my customer service and computer skills.

Strong customer service skills with proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, Outlook, AS 400, Delphi and knowledge of Power Point and Medi-soft Computerized Billing.

Professional experience includes positions as Marketing Manager and Office Coordinator of a casino venue.

Nationally certified as a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant and Certified Billing & Coding Specialist by the National Healthcare Association.

“I enjoy turning a challenging customer service situation into a successful customer relationship.”

Ed Einhaus
Real Estate professional with 18 years experience coordinating property assemblage, site preparation and housing construction at one of New Jersey’s leading redevelopment agencies. Successfully managed the acquisition of over 1500 properties and the construction of over 500 new housing units along with associated permitting and pre- development activity.

Skilled at assembling and supervising appraisal, architectural, engineering and construction services. Polished public speaker with excellent writing ability. Organized and managed special events. Extensive community outreach and goodwill ambassador experience.

Outside activities include membership on local Planning Board and on the Board of Directors on one of South Jersey’s largest Lions Clubs. Lions' activities include Chair of fundraising and charitable distribution efforts.

BA in Business Studies from Richard Stockton College of New Jersey.

John Samanic
Dedicated management professional with a strong background in manufacturing. Experienced in Operations Management, Human Resources, Inventory and Quality Control, as well as Sales, Marketing and Customer Service. Able to work effectively as a team member or independently with minimal supervision. Exceptional written, verbal and organizational skills.

Expertise includes managing at all levels including line supervision, distribution, manufacturing operations and professional staff. Planned and executed the relocation of the manufacturing facility, creating a floor plan for maximum efficiency. Created and developed marketing strategies to increase sales and improve customer service.

Proven ability to increase production efficiency, consistently exceed quality and delivery expectations, train and develop team members and leaders. Able to build strong professional relationships with customers, suppliers and company associates at every level.

Earned a Bachelor of Science in Textile Management & Marketing from Philadelphia College of Textiles and Science.

Joanna Kirvin
Held management positions, working for, and interacting with state, national and international government offices; liaising with multi purpose transportation authorities, airports, and airlines. Adept: reporting simultaneously, to multiple departments of authority, and community influence.

Experiences including both corporate employee, and skilled professional consultant, offering a strong and dedicated history in community relations as it pertains to a region, venue, or destination.

Background focuses on revitalization and pre opening projects: Main Street development, deluxe, and multi purpose shopping & entertainment venues, destinations, high profile multi city convention centers, domestic & international hotels & resorts.

Skilled at meeting the challenges of business development within a political climate, pro & con: possessing the finesse to promote pertinent directives, to encourage co partnering and co marketing agreements, allowing a harmonious and successful outcome.

Accomplished at speaking and panel engagements, copy writing for targeted markets, association membership, and related committee work.

Consultant and employment openings are both desirable. Local, regional and relocation prospects are options of interest.

Paul Robinson
Marketing degreed, highly skilled Quality Assurance professional. Very positive individual, willing to help and train others, as well as learn new things. Trained and functional in the dynamics and applications of the three main international quality systems that are used in manufacturing, hospitals, finance and virtually any venue - Lean Six Sigma, ISO9000 (Lead Auditor) and Total Quality Management.

Held positions as a Quality Coordinator, Quality Manager and Quality Engineer with up to five reports in staff. Very effective communicator in written and verbal areas. Computer savvy and knowledgeable in many Microsoft products, as well as with Minitab Statistical Software. Areas of specialty include increasing quality, improving thruput and reducing cost and waste. Very successful in improving both supplier and customer relations.

Outside interests compliment employment: amateur photographer, formerly a state licensed EMT, and wrote articles for local sports.