Cole Hideto Nishimiyais seeking an information systems position. He has a B.B.A. in Computer Information Systems from Western Michigan University with minors in general business and chemistry. He has skills in spreadsheets, databases, networking, and data analysis. His experience includes working as an IS Technician for Van Buren County updating databases and troubleshooting IT issues, and he held various leadership roles in college including president of his fraternity. He completed projects in business simulation and information systems development.

1. COLE HIDETO NISHIMIYA
1230 Lafayette Ave | Kalamazoo, MI 49006 | cnishimiya@gmail.com | (810) 417-0365
EDUCATION
B.B.A., Computer Information Systems Graduation Date: April 2016
Minor: General Business & Chemistry
Western Michigan University, Haworth College of Business, Kalamazoo, MI
SKILLS
-Proficiency with spreadsheets and integrated electronic documentation for business communications
-Ability to operate database storage,retrieval, and reporting using table design and SQL
-Advanced development of professional business presentation, internet search and information display
-Experience modern computer networking, data communications, and network security
-Designed, implemented, administered, and secured computer (wired and wireless) networks
-Developed business application information models for business data analytics
-Exemplary oral, visual, and written communication that reflects ability to analyze and adapt to an audience
-Experience with enterprise software such as VMWare,Veeam,Desktop Authority, TrackIT,Bomgar, System Center
EXPERIENCE
IS Technician, Van Buren County IT Department February 2016-Present
Update databases,patch servers,and administer data backups & replications
Remotely access computers,printers, and servers across a WAN network for administrative action
Troubleshoot user IT problems with logical, problem-solving approaches
Collaborate with small team to understand, maintain, and improve information infrastructure
Sales Representative, Noodles& Co May 2015-February 2016
Maintain customer satisfaction and business operations with a friendly attitude
Increase expected daily company profit margin through transactional upselling
Events Coordinator, Cityscape Events, Millennium Restaurant Group Sept 2014-May 2015
Coordinated venue environment and functions
Catered to clients based on event specifications in a professional demeanor
LEADERSHIP ACTIVITIES
300+ hours of community service since 2012
Recruitment Chairman,Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity 2012-2015
Executive Board Member,Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity 2013-2015
Voting Member,Campus Activities Board 2014-2015
VP of Public Relations,College Republicans 2014-2015
Voting Member, Business Technology Network 2015
VP of External Affairs, Inter-fraternity Council Executive Board 2014
STEAD Leadership Retreat,Arizona Biltmore, Phoenix, AZ 2014
President,Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity 2013
PROJECTS
Business Management Simulation
Team-oriented business executive management simulation in a global environment in real time
Identified business issues, evaluated strategic alternatives, and implemented proactive approaches to maximize profit
Finished top in class among eight competitive classroom teams,displaying strong knowledge of whole organization
Information System Development
Used wide variety of software including Visio, Excel, and Project to develop deliverable-based information system
Developed functional relational database to extract data for executive decision-making and end-user interaction
Effectively communicated resource allocation and strategic model using Gantt Chart and Entity-Relationship Diagram

2. REFERENCES
1230 Lafayette Ave | Kalamazoo, MI 49006 | cnishimiya@gmail.com | (810) 417-0365
Scott Adams
IS Manager/Supervisor
Van Buren County IT Department
(269) 270-7154
-Scott is my direct supervisor in our IT department. We work closely together in daily routine tasks as well as
large projects.
Joshua Gamse
Educational Leadership Consultant
Lambda Chi Alpha International Headquarters
(317) 650-5115
-Josh and I have worked closely through our fraternal organization with personal growth and development as
well as organization management skills with emphasis on risk management and harm reduction.
Joseph Gauger
Alumni Advisor
Lambda Chi Alpha Fraternity
(313) 671-2277
-Joseph, a Western Michigan University alumnus, has been an alumni mentor of mine since my beginning
semester at school.
Brenda Lowe
General Manger
Noodles & Co
(269) 425-0639
-Brenda is the General Manager at my former place of occupation.
Katie Vallentine
Student Activities and Leadership Programs Graduate Assistant
Western Michigan University
(269) 387-2138
-Katie is the Graduate Assistant for the Registered Student Organizations on Western Michigan University’s
campus. She has overseen much of the operations I have been a part of in my multiple leadership roles since my
time at school.
Joseph Zalner
Regional Manager
Insomnia Cookies/Sliders Burgers
(269) 830-6912
-Joseph is the Regional Manager for the grand corporation owning Insomnia Cookies and Sliders Burgers &
Fries. During my time at a branch that he managed, the company went out of business. Joseph reached out to
me and offered me a job at his new location.