1. Alex Rodriguez
613 S. Orchid Path
McHenry, IL, 60050
(312) 451–1815
trinity.arod@gmail.com
Objective
Analytical and customer driven individual with desire to make an immediate impact within a
business organization. Strong leadership, communication, team building, training, and program
management skills cultivated during my service within the United States Army and National
Guard.
Education
Masters of Arts in Biblical and Theological Studies
Current
Knox Theological Seminary, Forth Lauderdale, FL
Bachelor of Arts: Biblical Studies
May 2013
Trinity International University, Deerfield, IL GPA: 3.32
Major: 3.55
• Courses of Interest focusing on ethics, critical & logical thought,
communication, research, & training.
Professional Experience
Product Information Specialist July 2016 – Current
Rowe – Thrush Inc.
• Assist in the execution of new product introductions, catalog page reviews,
product imaging, processing quote requests, processing return authorizations, line
review management, supply chain performance improvement, pricing analysis,
special marketing/e-Commerce initiatives, and other customer service related
tasks.
• Participate in product meetings, seminars and other training to develop and
maintain appropriate level of product knowledge.
• Assist in problem-solving for both customers and supplier partners.
• Prioritize and manage multiple tasks and deadlines related to a variety of 60
national suppliers.
Inside Sales Representative Aug 2014 –July 2016
CDK Global
• Target layered application and product sales to both new and existing clients.
• Uncover client and prospect needs and challenge client to maximize their business
results.

2. • Close business achieving assigned annual Quota Credit Plan.
• Assimilate product and technology knowledge to configure and quote product
solutions.
Team Leader of Consumer Sales Team July 2013 – July 2014
VisaNow Global Immigration
• Develop annual business plan for achieving sales and revenue goals.
• Achieve personal sales goals.
• Develop training material for the Consumer sales team.
• Provide on-going coaching to the Consumer sales team.
• Prepare and update weekly and monthly sales and metrics reports.
• Work with the Legal Services and Customer Support team to help ensure high
level of service to clients.
• Conduct one-on-one coaching and reviews with employees.
Teacher of Critical Thinking Aug 2012 – June 2013
Classical Consortium Academy, Barrington, IL
• Teach 8th
graders to analyze and formulate reasoned and intellectually honest
arguments.
• Develop curriculum, assignments, and weekly lessons.
• Provide timely and constructive feedback to the students.
Teacher of Apologetics Dec 2012 – June 2013
Classical Consortium Academy, Barrington, IL
• Instruct students to use either inductive or deductive apologetics.
• Teach students to understand and address common objections to the Christian
faith.
• Develop curriculum, assignments, and weekly lessons.
• Help students to develop and write a thesis paper using the skills they learned
in class.
Soldier in the United States Army Active Duty: Nov 2004 – Nov 2006
Fort Lewis, WA and Riverside, IL National Guard: Oct 2008 – Sept 2009
• Developed, initiated, and evaluated new procedures, policies, and internal
controls.
• Assessed and resolved complex operational problems.
• Supervised squads of 5-6 soldiers and trained new soldiers.
• Oversaw civilian contractors.
• Worked closely with senior-level management in long-term strategic

3. planning and inventory for the role of the 504th
MP Battalion Motor Pool in
Operation Iraqi Freedom.
Volunteer Experience
Part – Time Associate Pastor February 2014 – May 2015
The Bridge Church in Algonquin
• Leading the Discipleship DNA Group/Community Group ministry.
• Provide on-going training to staff, elders, deacons, Discipleship DNA
group leaders, and Community group leaders when needed.
• Partnering with Children’s Ministry to establish and maintain a strong
Family-Equipping Ministry.
• Partnering with the outreach and promotional team to create and guide
evangelistic, mercy, and justice based community events.
• Preaching as assigned.
• Oversee Prayer Ministry.
• Manage church social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram,
blog).
Junior High Youth Ministry Leader May 2011 – July 2013
Village Church of Barrington, Barrington, IL
• Plan curriculum and teach lessons for ministry of 30 students.
• Lead weekly mentoring sessions for 10 students.
• Recruit and train volunteers.
• Plan group events
Children’s Church Ministry Leader Aug 2011 – Jun 2012
Village Church of Barrington, Barrington, IL
• Taught 1st
through 5th
Grade students.
• Lead small group discussion
• Helped trained parents to be effective in the faith-based teaching of their
children.
Skills
• Communication, training, & project/program management
• Bilingual in Spanish and English.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Proficient in SalesForce.
References
• Available upon request