Ronald Stevens has over 10 years of experience in educational admissions and outreach. He has held positions such as Admissions Coordinator, Admissions Advisor, and Outreach Coordinator at several career colleges and universities. Stevens brings strong leadership, presentation, and problem-solving skills to his roles. Currently, he is seeking to advance his career while providing high-quality customer service.
1. RO N A L D L. S T E V E N S
3407 SW Meyer Boulevard, Blue Springs, Missouri 64015 • (816) 229-5660 • (816) 721-3334
Admissions ~ Outreach ~ Advising
Ronald is highly versed in the educational industry. With over 10 years experience in the field, he has had the
opportunity to utilize his sales, marketing and presentation skills which he had acquired in past sales and
marketing roles. He brings to the table, exceptional leadership qualities, proactive thinking and a go-to attitude,
that has resulted in continues success in all his professional pursuits. At this juncture, in his career aspirations is
to advance in his profession with a quality employer, while contributing to high caliber customer service.
A R E A S O F S T R E N G T H
Excellent Presentation Skills Expert Prospect Knowledge Strong Proficiency of MS Office
Superior Leadership Expertise Proven Troubleshooter WinFax Pro & Act Savvy
Multi-Industry Sales Skills Highly Productive Multi-Tasker Sales Territory Management
P R O F E S S I O N A L E X P E R I E N C E
A D M I S S I O N S ~ O U T R E A C H ~ A D V I S I N G
WRIGHT CAREER COLLEGE – Overland Park, KS 2012-2015
Outreach Coordinator
Conduct phone interviews with prospective students, and actively pursue potential referrals.
Communicate by means of approved presentation for the purpose of securing an interview with admissions.
PINNACLE CAREER INSTITUTE – Kansas City, Missouri 2010 – 2012
Admissions Coordinator
Conducted phone interviews and e-mail correspondence with prospective students to qualify candidates and determine
their educational needs, concerns and interests. Actively pursued potential referrals.
Verbally communicated approved presentations to promote programs and career opportunities to prospective students,
and assisted the qualified candidate with the enrollment process.
Participated in retention efforts with productive contact with students through graduation, and graduation ceremonies.
COLORADO TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY – North Kansas City, Missouri 2008 - 2010
Admissions Advisor
Conducted phone interviews with potential applicants and set up campus interviews.
Conducted personal interviews on campus to qualify candidates, explained academic programs, advised on admission
requirements, and assisted individuals in completing application to attend school.
Thoroughly explained financial aid requirements, assisted students with obtaining financial assistance, and acted as a
liaison with other departments ensuring that Admissions interacted with all areas affecting student enrollments.
Followed up consistently with enrolled students to ensure student success, and to pursue potential referrals.
DEVRY UNIVERSITY – Kansas City, Missouri 2005 – 2008
Level II Admissions Advisor
Conducted phone interviews with potential applicants and set up campus interviews.
Conducted personal interviews on campus to qualify candidates, explained academic programs, advised on admission
requirements, and assisted individuals in completing application to attend school.
Thoroughly explained financial aid requirements to attend school, assisted students with appropriate information in
obtaining financial assistance, and acted in a liaison capacity with other campus departments ensuring that Department
of Enrollment Management interacted with all areas affecting student enrollments.
Followed up consistently with enrolled students to ensure student success, and to pursue potential referrals.
ITT – TECHNICAL INSTITUTE – Kansas City, MO 2004 – 2005
Senior Admissions Advisor
Performed extensive phone work; conducted phone interviews, qualified prospective students, set appointments for
campus visits and interviews, prospected referrals, and conducted follow-up calls.
Conducted personal interview presentations, provided campus tours and aided students with the application processes
necessary to attend school.
Consistently followed up with students after the enrollment process to provide continued motivation and
encouragement.
2. RO N A L D L. S T E V E N S
3407 SW Meyer Boulevard, Blue Springs, Missouri 64015 • (816) 229-5660 • (816) 721-3334
S A L E S ~ M A N A G E M E N T
MEDCO TOOL - St. Louis, Missouri 1996 – 2004
Outside Sales Representative
Products sold included Tools & PBE supplies targeted at the Auto Mechanics and Body Shops.
Sales territory included Western half of Missouri, Western half of Iowa, Nebraska and Kansas.
Developed distribution to jobbers, increasing annual sales from $400,000, to over $2 Million.
Worked closely with customers to analyze key product lines to help grow their businesses.
PRESTA PRODUCTS – Akron, Ohio
National Technical Representative
Pioneered new chemicals and compounds for the refinishing automotive after-market.
Developed national distribution network that included Jobber Stores and Warehouses.
Provided field support to customers with in-service presentations, workshops and end-user training.
BODY GUARD – Norway and USA
General Sales Manager
Managed a national sales force in the developing and selling of a new concept in Fitness Centers.
CYBEX, INC. – Ronkonkoma, NY
Sales Representative
Sold a medical line of equipment to Physical Therapists, Orthopedic Surgeons, and Athletic Teams throughout the
Midwest.
Sold weight training and cardiovascular equipment to wellness centers, athletic teams, and the fitness markets.
Provided in-service and training seminars for customers once equipment had been installed.
MGI, INC. – Independence, Missouri
Midwest Sales Representative
Called on High School and College athletic teams throughout the Midwest.
Sold a line of isokinetic muscle training equipment.
E D U C A T I O N & T R A I N I N G
Accepted into PH.D program Major: Exercise Physiology, Kansas University Lawrence, KS
Masters of Science Major: Education, Central Missouri State University Warrenburg, MO
Bachelor of Science Major: Physical Education & Health, Minor/Biology
Kansas State University Manhattan, KS
Certificate of Completion Dale Carnegie Sales Training Course St. Louis, MO
Lifetime member of Presidents Club Sandler Sales Training Kansas City, MO