This section highlights education, certifications, speaking, training, association membership and any further activities in which Ross has engaged.
Education
The University of Arizona 1995
Tucson, AZ
Main Campus: 1989-1992 | Extended University: 1993-1995
B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies (Political Science, History, and Philosophy)
The Interdisciplinary Studies program was structured by the student. The student wrote a proposal which included a goal and objectives along with coursework to be completed. Each department adviser and the student's adviser were required to sign-off in order for the proposal to be approved.
Ross focused his program on:
Tucson, AZ
Main Campus: 1989-1992 | Extended University: 1993-1995
B.A. Interdisciplinary Studies (Political Science, History, and Philosophy)
- Certificate of Concentration in Middle East Studies
- Model UN Club
The Interdisciplinary Studies program was structured by the student. The student wrote a proposal which included a goal and objectives along with coursework to be completed. Each department adviser and the student's adviser were required to sign-off in order for the proposal to be approved.
Ross focused his program on:
- History: Middle East and Soviet Union
- Political Science: Terrorism, Revolution, and Democracy Building
- Philosophy: General and Political
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Ross also had one independent study per major area.
East Stroudsburg University 1998
East Stroudsburg, PA
No Degree: Secondary Education Masters Program
Ironically, upon being hired by the Nazareth Area School District he did not have time to schedule the 15 remaining credits to complete his Master's Degree (completed 15 credits).
Courses completed:
East Stroudsburg, PA
No Degree: Secondary Education Masters Program
Ironically, upon being hired by the Nazareth Area School District he did not have time to schedule the 15 remaining credits to complete his Master's Degree (completed 15 credits).
Courses completed:
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certifications
Advanced Google Analytics 2020
Google Analytics Academy
Google Analytics Academy
Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO) 2017
Scrum Alliance
Scrum Alliance
Certificate Program with Distinction
Project Management 2015-2016
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
The program comprised seven courses, eight weeks per course, for a total of 210 hours of instruction.
Courses completed:
Project Management 2015-2016
University of California, Berkeley, Haas School of Business
The program comprised seven courses, eight weeks per course, for a total of 210 hours of instruction.
Courses completed:
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Public Speaking
Ross was a speaker at the following conferences, shows, and classes:
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Online Training Courses
Courses taken in 2020 to either refresh or learn new areas related to his professional work:
Code Academy
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Khan Academy
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training & Conferences
Drupal Camp Atlanta 2019
Atlanta, GA
Two day conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System. Day 1 was an all day training comparing Drupal 7 to Drupal 8 and where things were heading for Drupal 9.
Atlanta, GA
Two day conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System. Day 1 was an all day training comparing Drupal 7 to Drupal 8 and where things were heading for Drupal 9.
DrupalCon 2018
Nashville, TN
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System.
Nashville, TN
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System.
Drupal Camp New Jersey 2017
Princeton, NJ
One day conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System.
Princeton, NJ
One day conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System.
New York City Camp 2015
New York, NY
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System. Ross was the co-facilitator for the day long Business Summit.
New York, NY
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System. Ross was the co-facilitator for the day long Business Summit.
Digital Marketing for Medical Devices West 2015
San Francisco, CA
Two day online marketing conference specific to the medical device industry.
San Francisco, CA
Two day online marketing conference specific to the medical device industry.
DrupalCon 2014
Austin, TX
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System. Day 1 is comprised of full day trainings and Ross selected one on Agile Project Management.
Austin, TX
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System. Day 1 is comprised of full day trainings and Ross selected one on Agile Project Management.
Digital Marketing for Medical Devices West 2014
San Diego, CA
Two day online marketing conference specific to the medical device industry.
San Diego, CA
Two day online marketing conference specific to the medical device industry.
Change Management Summit for Lifesciences 2014
Philadelphia, PA
Two day conference addressing change management in pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotech industries.
Philadelphia, PA
Two day conference addressing change management in pharmaceutical, medical device, and biotech industries.
New York City Camp 2014
New York, NY
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System. Ross was the co-facilitator for the day long Business Summit.
New York, NY
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System. Ross was the co-facilitator for the day long Business Summit.
Digital Pharma East 2014
Philadelphia, PA
Four day conference focused on digital marketing in the pharmaceutical industry.
Philadelphia, PA
Four day conference focused on digital marketing in the pharmaceutical industry.
Acquia Engage 2014
Boston, MA
Three day customer conference focused on the business side of Drupal.
Boston, MA
Three day customer conference focused on the business side of Drupal.
Drupaldelphia 2014
Philadelphia, PA
One day conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System.
Philadelphia, PA
One day conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System.
Digital Marketing for Medical Devices West 2014
San Diego, CA
Two day online marketing conference specific to the medical device industry.
San Diego, CA
Two day online marketing conference specific to the medical device industry.
New York City Camp 2013
New York, NY
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System.
New York, NY
One week conference focused on the Drupal Web Content Management System.
Social Media Marketing 2010
Philadelphia, PA
Full day social media program focused on its value, examples of campaigns, do's and don'ts, and when/how to engage.
Philadelphia, PA
Full day social media program focused on its value, examples of campaigns, do's and don'ts, and when/how to engage.
CAE for Young Professionals 2009
New York, NY
Full day program for non-profit employees seeking to become a Certified Association Executive (CAE).
New York, NY
Full day program for non-profit employees seeking to become a Certified Association Executive (CAE).
Creating Value Online 2008
Online
Association management software vendor half-day seminar for non-profit online marketing.
Online
Association management software vendor half-day seminar for non-profit online marketing.
Online Communities: The Next Generation 2007
Online
Half day program for non-profit managers to learn how to foster an online community.
Online
Half day program for non-profit managers to learn how to foster an online community.
Marketing & Membership Conference 2006
Rockville, MD
Two day annual event for Marketing and Membership non-profit professionals.
Rockville, MD
Two day annual event for Marketing and Membership non-profit professionals.
Managing and Increasing Membership 2006
Newtown Square, PA
Half day program featuring a panel and keynote speaker.
Newtown Square, PA
Half day program featuring a panel and keynote speaker.
Communications Institute 2005
New York, NY
Full day program focused on non-profit communications sponsored by the New York Society of Association Executives.
New York, NY
Full day program focused on non-profit communications sponsored by the New York Society of Association Executives.
Product Manager Development Program 2004
Three day training program for new or about to become product managers in the pharmaceutical industry. The program taught the essentials including regulatory, vendor management, medical education, and marketing.
Three day training program for new or about to become product managers in the pharmaceutical industry. The program taught the essentials including regulatory, vendor management, medical education, and marketing.
The Real Direct to Consumer 2003
New York, NY
PR Week event focused on emergence of online avenues for PR communications.
New York, NY
PR Week event focused on emergence of online avenues for PR communications.
Technovation Exchange 2003
Full day program focused on the 'new print basics' as print met digital.
Full day program focused on the 'new print basics' as print met digital.
Management Development Program 2002
Dartmouth College's Tuck School of Business
One week training program focused on pharmaceutical marketing. The program utilized the MarkStrat business simulation program to provide a practical application of what was taught in the lectures.
Dartmouth College's Tuck School of Business
One week training program focused on pharmaceutical marketing. The program utilized the MarkStrat business simulation program to provide a practical application of what was taught in the lectures.
Effective Project Management 2000
Two day training program (12 contact hours) providing an overview of the primary areas of project management and it provided templates for use in planning, risk assessment and other areas.
Two day training program (12 contact hours) providing an overview of the primary areas of project management and it provided templates for use in planning, risk assessment and other areas.
How to Handle People with Tact and Skill 2000
Allentown, PA
One day training on conflict management.
Allentown, PA
One day training on conflict management.
Managing Difficult People 2000
Allentown, PA
One day training on conflict management.
Allentown, PA
One day training on conflict management.
Leadership Training: Interscholastic Athletics
Philosophy, Organization & Programs 2000
Harrisburg, PA
Professional development program offered through the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association.
Philosophy, Organization & Programs 2000
Harrisburg, PA
Professional development program offered through the National Interscholastic Athletic Administrators Association.
Excelling as a First-Time Supervisor 2000
Allentown, PA
One day training on core skills for being a supervisor.
Allentown, PA
One day training on core skills for being a supervisor.
Conflict Resolution and Confrontation Skills 1999
Allentown, PA
One day training on conflict management.
Allentown, PA
One day training on conflict management.
Sports Law for Athletic Directors and Coaches 1999
PA School Boards Association
All day training related to laws impacting school district personnel engaged in extra-curricular activities.
PA School Boards Association
All day training related to laws impacting school district personnel engaged in extra-curricular activities.
Pupil Transportation Association of Pennsylvania:
Annual Conference 1999
State College, PA
Two day annual conference for individuals responsible for public school pupil transportation.
Annual Conference 1999
State College, PA
Two day annual conference for individuals responsible for public school pupil transportation.
Non-Profit Associations & Memberships
Current membership:
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Current associations:
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