1. Erika A. Ganong
141 Vernon Ave. Louisville, Kentucky 40206
Phone: (502) 291-3676 E-Mail: Erika.ganong@gmail.com
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science in Communication December 2014
University of Louisville (Louisville, Kentucky)
 Hootsuite certified, efficient with computers, smartphones, androids and other technology including Microsoft Office
 Moderate understanding and ability to communicate in Spanish, orally and written
VOLUNTEER ACTIVITY
Essential Tremors of Kentuckiana (Louisville, Kentucky) March 2015-Current
 Recently formed a non-profit corporation to raise awareness of Essential Tremors
 Currently in the process planning a philanthropy event to raise funds for research for the condition
Support Group Leader, International Essential Tremor Foundation (Louisville, Kentucky) September 2010-Current
 Host and lead local support group in Louisville for individuals (including myself) that have the Essential Tremors
 Organize guest speakers and handle all of the correspondence for my support group
Retreat Leader, Sacred Heart Academy (Louisville, Kentucky) August 2010-Current
 Gave personalized speeches while leading multiple religious retreats for 50+ senior students
Note Taker, University of Louisville Disability Resource Center (Louisville, Kentucky) January 2014-May 2014
 Took notes for students with disabilities in multiple courses at the University of Louisville
EXPERIENCE
Site Director, YMCA School Age Childcare January 2015-November 2016
 Plan and execute creative activities on a daily basis for students ages four to thirteen at Holy Trinity Parish School
 Plan and prepare for summer camp at Holy Trinity Parish School and other sites
 Responsible for all staffing needs at sites, including scheduling and hiring as needed, maintained supplies, snacks and items
needed for field trips within budget parameters
 As a morning and after-school program the site normally served sixty to seventy children on average
Group Leader, YMCA School Age Childcare (Louisville, Kentucky) May 2015-Current
 Plan and execute creative activities on a daily basis for students ages four to thirteen at Holy Trinity Parish School
 Interact and care for students with moderate to severe conditions including mental, physical, and behavioral disabilities at
Noe Middle School
 Educate and communicate with parents regarding their child’s behavior and well-being
Preschool Gymnastics Coach, All About Kids (Louisville, Kentucky) March 2015-Current
 Create weekly themed lesson plans including circuits and stations
 Coach multiple classes with students ages 3-6 focusing on body awareness, balance, and muscle development
Command Post, Venue Services/Kentucky State Fair Board (Louisville, Kentucky) ` May 2010-Current
 Manage and oversee events taking place in three separate venues including: KFC Yum! Center, Kentucky International
Convention Center, Kentucky Exposition Center
 Corresponded with 50-250 employees for multiple events including conventions, concerts and athletic games
Road Crew, Radio Disney (Indianapolis, Indiana) March 2014-September 2014
 Maintained familiarity with Radio Disney programming, Disney Channel, Disney XD, Disney Junior and other partners
 Loaded/unloaded station vehicles, completed on-site event setup, oversaw operation of sound system
 Engaged audience to participate in interactive dances on stage and in the crowd; took event pictures for recaps

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Main Entrance Operations, Walt Disney World College Program at Magic Kingdom (Orlando, Florida) August 2013-January 2014
 Helped ensure guests had an enjoyable experience while visiting theme parks
 Operated the main entrance and exit while ensuring guest areas were clean and show ready
Intern, 102.3 The Max - Lambert & Lindsey Morning Show (Louisville, Kentucky) May 2013-August 2013
 Understood all aspects of working on-air, including engineering of the broadcasting board and editing audio
 Screened phone calls and posted to several social media websites, brainstormed sessions for original story ideas for the
show, greeted and escorted morning show guests, participated in on-air discussions
Intern, 502 Events (Louisville, Kentucky) December 2013-May 2013
 Assisted in the coordination of 502 Restaurant Week and the preview event
 Made deliveries of several promotional materials to various clients and participating restaurants
Intern, Spotlight Internship Program (Louisville, Kentucky) May 2010-August 2010
 Answered phones, filled paperwork, completed ticket orders for multiple different types of events
 Involved in preparation and distribution of promotional materials
CLUBS AND ORGANIZATIONS
 Speech Mentor, University of Louisville Speaker’s Center August 2014-December 2014
 Assisted students with brainstorming and creating outlines for speeches delivered in classes
 Co-direct and participate in annual UofL speaking event, Amplify
Student Ambassador, Student Organization for Alumni Relations (SOAR) August 2013-May 2014
 Facilitated with fundraising and organized events for alumni
 Developed marketing ideas and created new events to achieve more public awareness of SOAR
Pi Beta Phi Fraternity for Women-Leadership August 2010-May 2014
 Positions included webmaster, event planning committee and assistant, recruitment planning committee
Panama Scholar with the University of Louisville Latin Studies Department May 2012
 Studied for six weeks in Panama City, Panama, including courses in Spanish Conversation and Intercultural Communication