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NAME: Craven Laura A
Last Name First Name Middle Initial
HOME ADDRESS: 202 1350 Pennsylvania
Ave Miami Beach FL 33139
Apt No. House No./Street City State Zip Code
PHONE: 783-586-8573
305-805-2716
sobecraven@yahoo.com
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Work
Business Name: Dade Paper Company Position:
Fax Email Address
Director of Communications
Address: 9601 NW 112th Ave Miami FL 33178
No. Street City State Zip Code
Professional License (describe):
Expires:
Attach a copy of the license
Pursuant to City Code section 2-22(4) a and b: Members of agencies, boards, and committees shall be affiliated with the city; this
requirement shall be fulfilled in the following ways: a) an individual shall have been a resident of the city for a minimum of six
months; or b) an individual shall demonstrate ownership/interest for a minimum of six months in a business established in the city.
• Resident of Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months: Yes
• Demonstrate an ownership/interest in a business in Miami Beach for a minimum of six (6) months: No
• Are you a registered voter in Miami Beach: Yes
• (Please circle one): I am now a resident of: South Beach
• I am applying for an appointment because I have special abilities, knowledge and experience. Please list below:
I have a passion for local art, visual and performance, as a way to enhance our City for residents and visitors.
• Are you presently a registered lobbyist with the City of Miami Beach? No
Please list your preferences in order of ranking [1] first choice [2] second choice, and [3] third choice. Please note that only three (3)
choices will be observed by the City Clerk's Office. (Regular Boards of City)
Art in Public Places Committee Loan Review Committee
Board of Adjustment Miami Beach Commission for Women
Budget Advisory Committee [1] Miami Beach Cultural Arts Council
Capital Improvements Projects Oversight Committee Miami Beach Sister Cities Program
Committee on the Homeless Normand Shores Local Gov't Nei h. Im rovement
Committee for Quality Education in MB Parks and Recreation Facilities Board
Community Development Advisory Personnel Board
Community Relations Board Planning Board'`
Convention Center Advisory Board Police Citizens Relations Committee
Debarment Committee Production Industry Council
Design Review Board* Public Safety Advisory Committee
Disability Access Committee Safety Committee
Fine Arts Board Single Family Residential Review Panel
Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual and Transgender (GLBT) Sustainability Committee
Golf Advisory Committee Transparency Reliability & Accountability Committee "TRAC"
Health Advisory Committee Transportation and Parking Committee
Health Facilities Authority Board Visitor and Convention Authority
Hispanic Affairs Committee Waterfront Protection Committee
Historic Preservation Board Youth Center Advisory Board
* Board Required to File State Disclosure form
Note: If applying for Youth Advisory Board, please indicate your affiliation with the Scott Rakow Youth Center:
1. Past service on the Youth Center Advisory Board: Years of Service:
2. Present participation in Youth Center activities by your children If yes, please list the names of your children, their
ages, and which programs. List below:
Child's name: Age: Program:
Child's name: Age: Program:
• Have you ever been convicted of a felony: No If yes, please explain in detail:
• Do you currently have a violation(s) of City of Miami Beach codes: No If yes, please explain in detail:
• Do you currently owe the City of Miami Beach any money: No If yes, explain in detail
• Are you currently serving on any City Boards or Committees: No If yes; which board?
• What organizations in the City of Miami Beach do you currently hold membership in?
Name: Bristol Condominium Association Title: President
Name: Title:
• List all properties owned or have an interest in, which are located within the City of Miami Beach:
1350 Pennsylvania Avenue, a Condo Association
• I am now employed by the City of Miami Beach: No Which department?
• Pursuant to City Code Section 2-25 (b): Do you have a who is employed by the
City of Miami Beach? Check all that apply. Identify the department(s):
The following information is voluntary and is neither part of your application nor has any bearing on your consideration for appointment. It is
being asked to comply with federal equal opportunity reporting requirements.
Gender: Female Race: White
Ethnic Origin: Check one only (1)
White
Physically Challenged: No
Employment Status: Employed Other:
NOTE: If appointed, you will be required to follow certain laws which apply to city board/committee members.
These laws include, but are not limited to, the following:
o Prohibition from directly or indirectly lobbying city personnel (Miami Beach City Code section 2-459).
o Prohibition from contracting with the city (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
o Prohibition from lobbying before board/committee you have served on for period of one year after leaving office (Miami
Beach City Code section 2-26).
o Requirement to disclose certain financial interests and gifts (Miami-Dade County Code section 2-11.1).
(re: CMB Community Development Advisory Committee): prohibition, during tenure and for one year after leaving office,
from having any interest in or receiving any benefit from Community Development Block Grant funds for either yourself ,
or those with whom you have business or immediate family ties (CFR 570.611).
Upon request, copies of these laws may be obtained from the City Clerk.
"I hereby attest to the accuracy and truthfulness of the application and have received, read and will abide by Chapter 2,
Article VII - of the City Code "Standards of Conduct for City Officers, Employees and Agency Members."
I Laura Craven agreed to the following terms on 3/5/2010 3:38:18 PM
Please attach a copy of your resume to this application
NOTE: Applications will remain on file for a period of one (1) calendar year.
Received in the City Clerk's Office by:
Date: _/ _/ Control No. Date: _/_/
Name of Deputy Clerk
X350 Pennsylvania Ave, 78b-5SG-8573
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~b`ective -~ This resume is being submitted for biographical purposes only.
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Ex erience:Hi h~f hts 2004 -present Dade Paper Company ~ Miami, FL
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Corporate Director of Communications & Marketing
Direct all elements of an effective integrated marketing communications program
for Eastern US regional distributor of foadservice and janitorial products.
Projects include print collateral development, web site content management,
direct mail campaigns, publications, sales promotions and trade show
participation.
Developed Greensafe Program, including product bundle, training programs, and
marketing of environmentally preferable supplies.
Negotiate with suppliers for sponsorship funds creating the company's initial
positive revenue stream derived from marketing initiatives.
Develop employee training programs including launching of Dade .Paper
University do-.Line and G~eensafe Specialist ?'raining.
Production of annual innovations Expo, featuring exhibits, seminars and
networking events for suppliers and customers.
Manage public, trading partner and association relationships including
representing company at industry meetings and community events.
2002 - 2004 Network Services Company Mount Prospect, IL
Director o~ Marketing
Directed all elements of an effective integrated marketing communications
program far an association of independent distribution companies. Projects
included print collateral, video production, web site content, print advertising,
publications, promotions and industry outreach,
Negotiated with suppliers for sponsorship funds and grew revenues to over $1
million per year fiom marketing initiatives.
Managed all association meetings including profitable annual trade show with
750 attendees as well as training programs for association members.
1998 - 2002 Network Services Company Mount Prospect, IL
Supplier Program Director
Negotiated national procurement contracts with l00 suppliers and grew revenue
to over $40 million in incentive earnings,
Managed profitable annual trade show with 750 attendees.
Developed electronic repotting and management foal for tracking supplie~•
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program earnings.
1994 -1998 Perseco Downers Grove, IL
Project Manager -Promotions
Managed all aspects of family promotions for McDonald's in the United States
and Canada including supply chain management, interfacing with McDonald's
marleting, creative agencies and manufacturers of promotional products.
Developed a cross functional team between promotions and procurement
departments enhancing productivity,
Designed exhibit for McDonald's 1998 worldwide Convention and coordinated
trade show participation,
1995 ~ 199d Perseco Downers Grave, IL
Buyer -Packaging
Purchased cold cups and other packaging for McDonald's in the United States
and Canada.
Negotiated cost savings of over 5% per year.
Interfaced with creative agencies, marketing and manufacturers an graphic
designs.
Interfaced with research and development on packaging designs including
substrate conversions.
1992 -1995 Pre Finish Metals Elk Grove Village, IL
Buyer -Chemicals
Purchased chemicals and coatings for a steel processing plant.
Developed electronic tracking method for inventory.
1990 -1992 Pre Finish Metals Elk Grove Village, IL
Cast Accountant
Analyzed production costs of manufacturing process.
Interfaced with purchasing and manufacturing departments,
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Education ~ ~ ~ 1989 Elmhurst College Elmhurst, IL
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B.S., Accounting, Graduated cu~~~ laude.
2001-2002 DePaul University Chicago, IL
Graduate level program completed in Organizational Psychology
2003 - 2004 Northern Illinois University Naperville, IL
Graduate level program completed in Marketing
~~ an~zat~ons ~ 200d- resent, women of Tomorrow Mentor, Design and Architecture Senior
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High School, Miami-Dade Public High Schools
200d-present, Membe~• United States Green Building Council, So, FL Chapter
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