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The N2 CompanyLaunch Manager
Jun. 2022United StatesSince 2004, we’ve connected community members through hyper-local magazines in affluent areas and strengthen families by providing flexible, lucrative opportunities.
The N2 CompanyRegional Manager
Mar. 2021 - Jul. 2022Wilmington, North Carolina, United States
Sign Gypsies Corporate OfficeFranchise Owner
Mar. 2021 - Aug. 2022La Crosse County, Wisconsin, United States
N2 PublishingFranchise Owner & Market Support Manager
Apr. 2020 - Mar. 2021Onalaska, Wisconsin, United States
River City Chapter of BNI (Business Networking International)President April 1 - October 1, 2013
Jun. 2012 - Nov. 2016La Crosse, Wisconsin AreaBNI provides a positive, supportive, and structured environment for the development and exchange of quality business referrals. It does so by helping you build personal relationships with dozens of other qualified business professionals. Last year, members of BNI passed millions of referrals that generated billions of dollars of business for each other. Belonging to BNI is like having dozens of salespeople representing your business, and in return you are representing their businesses. What goes around comes around. If I help you, you'll help me and we will both benefit as a result. Email me at Wendy.Franke@N2pub.com and Visit www.bniwis.com for more information
Coulee Region Sports NetworkCo-Owner & Busi
Mar. 2012 - Aug. 2022Online streaming of live Coulee Region sporting events through the CRSN YouTube Channel and couleeregionsportsnetwork.com. Local & professional sports related stories posted daily on the CRSN Facebook fan page & Twitter. Subscribe to us on YouTube to get immediate messages to your smart devices as soon as we go LIVE, Like us on Facebook & follow us on Twitter @CRSportsNetwork
N2 PublishingLaunch Director and Franchise Owner of the Greens Coulee Life Magazine
Jan. 2012 - Mar. 2021Onalaska, WIBecome a Franchise Owner with N2 Publishing!
N2 Publishing, the nation’s fifth fastest-growing franchise, is coming to a neighborhood near you. We’re seeking driven, community-minded individuals to help make a difference in their own backyard. As an N2 franchisee, known as an Area Director, you’ll have the chance to change the lives of residents and local business owners through the power of connection. Our custom monthly publications strengthen bonds between neighbors and introduce residents to area businesses. And with our sales model – one we’ve honed over 15 years in the industry – this opportunity can prove as lucrative as it is impactful. But that’s not all. N2 donates 2% of total company revenue to the fight against human trafficking. That means with every magazine ad sold, you’ll be helping end one of the greatest injustices of our time. And in every N2 publication, we offer free advertising space for local nonprofits as a way to further their mission and increase our impact on communities nationwide.
The ideal person for this role is…
• Self-motivated
• Humble
• High energy
• Personable
• A team player
• Mentally tough
You’ll get…
• Uncapped income potential
• Schedule flexibility
• The freedom to work from home
• Extensive training & ongoing support
• Equity through building your own business
• A noncompetitive, camaraderie-focused sales culture If you’re ready to make a positive difference in the world around you through your work, apply today.
The information presented in this advertisement is general information only and is not intended as an offer to sell or the solicitation of an offer to buy a franchise. Certain jurisdictions regulate the offer and sale of franchises. If the offer or sale is regulated by any of these jurisdictions, we will not offer or sell you a franchise unless and until we have complied with all applicable requirements.
N2 PublishingMarket Director
Jan. 2011 - Dec. 2015
Dragan, Inc. D.B.A. Econo Lodge and Americas Best Value Inn of La Crosse, WIGeneral Manager/Sales Manager
Oct. 2010 - Aug. 2011La Crosse, WIResponsible for the day-to-day operations of two hotels and two apartment complexes including, but not limited to the hiring, training and management of 30+ staff members, sales, payroll, budgeting, bookkeeping, income and expense management, building maintenance, brand standards, housekeeping and guest relations.
KRDE, The Ride 94Voice Talent
Aug. 2010 - Dec. 2012Globe, ArizonaProduce voice work for commercials and promotions from home studio for radio and television stations throughout the United States.
Sparta Tomah BroadcastingWeekend News Anchor
Jan. 2010 - Mar. 2011Sparta, WisconsinWeekend news anchor for Cow 97
Boys & Girls Club of Sparta, WIExecutive Director
Jun. 2009 - Jan. 2011Sparta, WI
La Crosse Radio GroupOn Air Talent
Oct. 2007 - Jan. 2010Onalaska, WIWeekend on air talent on Magic 105 and CC106
Kaplan SchweserAccount Service Rep
Apr. 2007 - Jun. 2009La Crosse, Wisconsin AreaSales-Account Services
• Delivered world-class account services and satisfaction to Kaplan’s larger clients such as Wachovia and Vanguard by managing the daily issues, concerns, legal contracts and communications with the clients. • Provided technical advice, guidance, and expertise to assist customers in their program operations and decisions. • Collaborated with the different functional areas of Kaplan to ensure all departments such as legal, customer service, classroom operations, technology, etc. are delivering plus-one service. • Worked as an extension of Sales to recognize opportunities for new sales in assigned accounts, support pre-sales and post sales activities, and manages customer relationships to maximize revenue growth and customer satisfaction.
Three Pugs ProductionsCo-Owner
Jan. 2006Video production & voice over talent for radio commercials, video games, training demonstrations, narrations and other video/audio projects.
The Salvation Army of La CrosseDevelopment Director
Jan. 2005 - Dec. 2008• Oversaw the Development Department including the hiring, training and supervision of a part-time administrative assistant/volunteer coordinator, seasonal kettle coordinator and over 100 volunteers.
• Raised over $600,000.00 annually by developing and executing special fund raising events and seasonal programs.
• Annually identified, requested and secured $160,000.00 plus in sources of revenue for all programs of the organization by building relationships with businesses, industry, foundations, and major donors to secure major gifts and increase specific funds, in-kind products and other financial support. • Secured over $200,000.00 through grant writing and served as grant compliance coordinator.
• Developed, implemented, and maintained a year – round mail appeal program and fund raising / marketing plan. • Developed the Annual Report and an Annual Meeting.
• Served as the official spokesperson for the organization.
• Developed a positive image of The Salvation Army and educated the community by creating / implementing external public relations programs and through interpersonal relationships with donors, volunteers, the media and other youth, family and faith based organizations. Took part in over 70 media interviews a year for the organization, wrote, recorded and produced public service announcements and promotional videos. Also managed the organization’s local website.
• Assisted in the planning and execution of publicity for monthly donation collection drives throughout the year.
• Assisted in preparing program budgets and safeguarding of financial and material donations.
• Ensured that the policies and procedures of The Salvation Army are followed in all Development and special event activities and programs.
Girl Scouts of Riverland CouncilChief Program & Membership Officer
Jan. 2002 - Dec. 2005• In addition to serving as a District Field Executive for my own territory, I served as a senior staff member who was responsible for the hiring, release, retention, training, management and evaluation of a seven member team of Program and Membership staff; for the appointment, evaluation and retention or release of 700 operational volunteers who provide values-driven programming to 3,200 girls ages 5-17 from ten counties, representing three states.
• Served as a non-voting member of Risk Management, Investment and Properties Committee and staff representative on the Board of Directors, which oversees a 1.5 million dollar operating budget.
• Provided and delivered programs to under served girls in non-traditional settings and lead other staff members in doing the same in their territories.
• Provided leadership, strategic direction and vision for the development and achievement of the organization’s purpose. • Provided direction and guidance to the council in the development of goals and objectives to meet the needs of girls, within the framework of the organization’s policies and standards. • Ensured that council affairs were conducted in a manner consistent with corporate and charter requirements, as well as federal, state and local laws and regulations. • Promoted Girl Scout visibility and strengthens of the Girl Scout image in the 75 communities served by taking advantage of opportunities to interpret Girl Scouting to the general public either personally or by delegation to other council staff members.
• Ensured that pluralism is institutionalized within the council’s activities and functions to enhance organizational diversity; and ensures and promotes non-discrimination in every aspect of Girl Scouting.
Midwest Family BroadcastingNews Broadcaster
Jan. 1998 - Dec. 2002• Duties include gathering, writing, reporting and anchoring news for Family Radio’s six stations. • Hosted six-midday news casts on the WIZM news station on weekdays and Saturday morning news on four of the group’s other stations.
• Served as Assignment Editor brainstorming story ideas, assigning stories to reporters and keeping the department organized.
WMCW, AM 1400News Director & On Air Talent
Jan. 1997 - Apr. 1998Harvard, IL• Supervised news team of three.
• Reported, wrote and produced all daily news for tri-county area, assigned stories and beats to news staff and served as editor of the daily town “Newspage”. • Duties outside of the News Department included board operating, music D.J., conducting live remotes, writing and producing commercials and organizing of public service announcements.
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