Beej
Social Media Tinkerer. Improvisor. Educator. Redhead.
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- Just north of Harrisburg traveling next to the mighty Junita River.
- @dens This weekend for camping I'm running a contest called "Game of Mayors.". Heh. http://t.co/EpzVRM7Z
- @thatmikeychick Nice pic.
- Packing for camping.
- @mikemarbach No problem! It was an epic time talking about improv and the @phillyncrowd Fridays at 8pm http://t.co/7aafhJC1 #plugback
- Dear @redrobinburgers, you should meet my friends at @LevelUpPhilly. They are super cool and I think you two would be besties. #yummmm
- @JohnBolaris wow. That looks nasty. Is it headed toward Pottstown? I'm about to take kids out for recess. Thanks!
- @mikemarbach Was my podcast too much for your computer to handle?
- @andersoncooper @anderson Silverado.
- Teaching ye ole Kindergarten today. Woot. (@ Ringing Rocks Elementary) http://t.co/mDgXYROJ
- I just ousted Laurie E. as the mayor of Pottsgrove School District Office on @foursquare! http://t.co/w3ahLhVW
- "Why does your hair connect to your beard?" "It just does buddy." "I like it." "Me too."
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Info
- SummaryMy goal is continued to improv the quality and exposure of The N Crowd. We are among the best improv troupes in the city and probably the best kept secret in Philadelphia.Specialties: Improv, social media, online marketing, box office management, book keeping, classroom management, technology, email, Microsoft OfficeExperience
- Oct 2010 - PresentSocial Media Consultant / Self EmployedAssisting with the development of a social media presence for businesses using Twitter, Facebook, Foursquare, and other social media services. Providing either onsite training or full time managing these services.
- Apr 2005 - PresentExecutive Director / The N CrowdCurrently I handle day to day operations of the company. This includes fielding customer service calls, handle book keeping, updating our website, supervise artistic and production needs, and make major purchases. I also performing artistically with the troupe nearly every week.
- Sept 2004 - PresentSubstitute / Pottsgrove School DistrictI fill in for teachers when they are sick, on vacation, or must attend building meetings. I take the lesson plans they leave for me and execute them to the best of my ability. My day involves assessing whether students understand the material, managing my time so I can complete my lessons, and solving any conflicts between students.
Education-
2006 - 2011Wilkes UniversityMasters in Computer Technology
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1999 - 2004Edinboro University of PennsylvaniaBachelors in Education
Activities: Theater, Student Theater, Theater Fraternity
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Checkins
- Camp WheelerBrookes Lane
- CVS Pharmacy120 E. Market St.
- Sheetz54 Benvenue Rd
- Lady Liberty on the Susquehanna RiverSusquehanna River
- Pennsylvania Turnpike Commission700 S Eisenhower Blvd
- StarbucksPennsylvania Turnpike
- Whole Foods Market929 South St.
- Starbucks600 S 9th St
- Cordelia Chase & Otto Von Haneman Private Dog Park2500 South Street
- BP - Ridge1801 Ridge Avenue
- Wawa579 N Lewis Rd.
- US Post Office340 West Main Street
- Red Robin Gourmet Burgers4559 Perkiomen Ave
- Lowe's Home Improvement4535 Perkiomen Avenue
- Giant4655 Perkiomen Ave
- Rite AidDouglassville Shopping Center
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Social Media Tinkerer
- Always Playing With Something
Social media has been an interest to me as soon as I heard the phrase. Having remembered chart rooms on dialup modems in AOL software that came in the mail, I’m amazed even today how far things have progressed. As you may have noticed, I like to consider myself a social media tinkerer. To my friends, I may be more of an expert, but that is somewhat subjective. I just have more experience and actively hunt down more things to play with on my phone and iPad.
The three biggest services I use regularly are Facebook, Foursquare, and Twitter. I have also played with Gowalla (Before they got bought by Facebook), Whrrl (Before it shut down), Shopkick, WeReward, and other new social media startups. I usually find these startups in the various tech news websites I read from everyday, such as Mashable or Techcrunch. I have a lot of experience using Yelp, Google Places, and finding other areas to post information about coming events.
I am a big fan of collaboration and use Google Docs extensively throughout my day to keep things organized with other people. The phrase “Two heads are better than one” is one that I believe to be very true. (So is, “Too many cooks in the kitchen.”) I am always on the lookout for new ways to keep things organized not only in my life, but also in The N Crowd.
If you would like to incorporate social media into your website or business, contact me. I can take my years of experience and use it to increase your presence in this area. Together we can create a strategy for you and your business.
Visit the "Projects I Currently Manage" section or my Facebook Page for links to the projects I manage or the BJLS Media page on Facebook.
My current Klout Score.
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- One of the biggest forusquare specials yet. Pretty cool. http://aboutfoursquare.com/dollar-general-launches-nationwide-foursquare-special/
- Probably only a matter of time before AT&T does it. http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2012/05/16/verizon-unlimited-data-plans_n_1521967.html?ref=technology
- They could have made some money by holding a city hostage for ransom. Until 2006, Kodak had a nuclear reactor, weapons-grade uranium, in its basement http://www.digitaltrends.com/cool-tech/until-2006-kodak-had-a-nuclear-reactor-weapons-grade-uranium-in-its-basement/
- I had my doubts whether Groupon could keep it's act together. This is certianly a decent sign: Groupon Stock Jumps 28% on Narrower Loss http://mashable.com/2012/05/14/groupon-stock-jumps-28-on-narrower-loss/
- Interesting use of Facebook likes. It will probably be a google glasses feature by 2030. http://www.theverge.com/2012/5/6/3002270/fashion-like-facebook-brazil-cea-clothes
- Check out the new Please Touch Museum website.
- Due to my reasonable fears of zombies using facebook, I think I'll pass. http://www.forbes.com/sites/larrymagid/2012/05/01/how-to-use-facebook-to-become-an-organ-donor/
- A favorite website of mine is Kickstarter. It's a website where people can solicit support for projects. Plays, Webisodes, Movies, Festivals or whatever. Much like PBS, many projects have levels of support so the more money you give the more perks you get. For example, my college buddy needed $700 to fund a play. He used the site to help raise that money and with 12 days to go, met his goal. This site is an all or nothing sort of deal. If they don't reach their goal, they do not get any of the money raised for the project. Check it out my friend's project. http://kck.st/HpTSYa
- Info graphics are fun. I came across this one today and found it to be a good read. Enjoy. http://mashable.com/2012/04/18/social-media-and-the-news/
- Another viral video for Prometheus. This movie is kinda a prequel to the Aliens movies. I kinda wish I had this guy to help me with my stuff. This video is oddly creepy. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4dSkf06yCvU
- This is a viral video for the new movie Prometheus. I'm pretty sure tech conferences will be like this by this time. Ha. Enjoy! http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=GROrp3XBRrE
- Next is a very neat map taking data from foursquare and grouping them into "hoods" on a map. They don't have Philky yet, but I hope they do soon. http://livehoods.org/
- As a foursquare addict, here are some awesome things I've come across this weekend. First is a Harry Potter like clock hooked up to foursquare severs. http://aboutfoursquare.com/british-hacker-develops-a-foursquare-clock/
- Enjoy. Heh.
- Sadly, I only have 100 of these badges. Ha.
- You are probably saying to yourself, "I know the zombie uprising is coming. I wish there was a easy to read map that could help me find resources in the coming apocalypse.". Look no further. http://www.mapofthedead.com/
- Nice.
- One of my favorite things is Dropbox. I pretty much lets you take your files with you wherever you go... be it on different computers, ipads, iphones, or whatever. Best of all.. it keeps everything in sync. You should check it out. You can get 2GB account for free. http://db.tt/9SXnBx4
- A Brief History of Easter Eggs in Tech http://gizmodo.com/5900026/
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Social Media I Currently Manage
- These are projects I currently manage and the aspects that I am responsible for.The N CrowdMaintain and update the websiteMonitor the Foursquare Venue PageMonitor and add content to the Foursquare Brand PagePost updates and photos on the Facebook PageRespond to any response to our TwitterRespond and monitor Yelp and Google ReviewsAdded and monitor gameification features through Big Door's mini bar.Integrated and Manage Level Up listingMickey's TavernCreated webpage and maintain contentAssisted with claiming their Foursquare VenueAssist with managing their Facebook Page.Claimed their Yelp listing and monitor it.Brainstorm online marketing ideas with the owner.I also currently manage the Facebook and Twitter accounts for two other businesses. In addition I monitor their Google, Yelp, and Foursquare listing.
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Executive Director
- Keeping Things OrganizedIn the past six years I have been involved with The N Crowd, a short form improv comedy troupe based out of Philadelphia. Originally I was cast as a regular performer, but over the years I've served as the Assistant Managing Director, the Company Manager, the Business Manager, and finally as the Executive of The N Crowd. Many of my skills have developed over the years while managing this company.ResponsibiltiesAs well as taking the stage and performing live comedy, I am also responsible for:
- Online and Social Media Marketing
- Scheduling
- Bookkeeping
- Box Office
- Customer Service Calls
- Invoices and Expenses
- Update and Maintain The N Crowd Website
- Monthly, Quarterly, and Yearly Taxes
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Educator
- Teaching some days, learning everydayAs an educator, I have worked as a Substitute Teacher in a wide range of classroom settings in the Pottstown area in the last six years. I have taught between three school districts in rooms ranging from Kindergarten to 8th grade. I have instructed in many capacities including Art, Gym, Computers, Health, Music, Library, and Special Education. My bachelor's degree,background knowledge, and experiences have been more than enough to prepare me to implement the lesson plans left by the absent teacher.
My teaching style is generally relaxed. I like to treat students as if they were five years older than their actual age, with great success in this manner. While not every student is pleased to see me, they do know that I treat them fairly, firmly, and consistently. Any student who has had me more then once knows that I expect them to complete their assignments to the best of their ability. They also know that I will do everything within my power to help them understand a concept, solve a problem, or prevent them from being bullied.During my studies to become a Master of Classroom Technology, I created a page on Wikispaces. I wanted to showcase Wikispace as a powerful tool in the classroom as well as other technology I felt could be used in the classroom. Most of these online tools could also be used in other settings outside of education.
