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3rd Andrew Miller Social Media Expert & Author Zapata, TexasMarketing and Advertising Current Consultwebs.com, Miller & Miller Consultants, Brutal Body Bootcamp, LLC Previous Progress to Success Tutoring,LLC, King's Way Consulting, God's-Kin Restaurant, LLC Education Regent University 500+ connectionsConnectSend InMailMore options www.linkedin.com/pub/andrew-miller/19/282/b97/ Contact Info Background Summary Andrew Miller is an experienced Social Media expert and Author. He has worked in marketing for over a decade and finds his passion in bringing concepts to life for the world to enjoy. He has worked in various positions; starting at intern, manager, consultant, director, and eventually owner and founder of a marketing firm. He is also an avid blogger and currently working on a book with his wife about social entrepreneurship. On the weekends he works as a consultant with King's Way Church to help teach leadership skills and encourage misguided teenagers who are in the Juvenile Probation system. He is a true Socialpreneur and finds that his goal in life is to be an agent for positive social change through both his writing and business endeavors. Specialties:employee training, leadership training, business incorporation, public relations, education management, website design, e-commerce, investor relations, investment management, budget oversight, team building, social media management, marketing, social media expert Experience Independent Contractor/SEO/Blog Outreach/Social Media Consultwebs.com August 2012 – Present (10 months)Zapata,TX -Assist in promotion of client marketing campaigns using *SEO (Search Engine Optimization) strategies and tactics *Backlink Generation *Content Development *Blogger outreach (guest blogging, blog development -Wordpress & Blogger) *Social Media promotion and outreach Socialpreneur Miller & Miller Consultants March 2008 – Present (5 years 3 months)Zapata,TX -Worked with clients on development of social media strategies (using Facebook, twitter, google+, LinkedIn, website enhancement) -Created online and offline marketing campaigns using both email marketing (opt-in based) and guerrilla marketing tactics. -Personally acquired MTN Nigeria (Africa’s largest telecommunications company) as a customer and developed a social media strategy using analytics to demonstrate current weaknesses in their online efforts. Also currently working on a social media policy for employees as well as implementing strategies recommended through our prior projects. -Reviewed current client marketing plans and helped enhance them through brainstorming sessions. -Developed online blog with social media articles to help with information branding. -Currently working on a book focused on Social Entrepreneurship Owner/Founder Brutal Body Bootcamp, LLC June 2011 – Present (2 years) - Developed online marketing presence implemented referral based client acquisition system. - Creates exercise routines to use for bootcamp sessions. - Leads bootcamp classes in full exercise routines - Incorporated extreme athletic fitness and triathlon training into private session training. -Implemented charity drive recruitment methods. Owner/Found Progress to Success Tutoring,LLC June 2011 – January 2013 (1 year 8 months) - Helped develop marketing plan and strategy for company - Supervises, plans, schedules, and assigns work to subordinates; - Instructs and trains in correct methods and procedures - Hires, reviews and evaluates employee's performance. -Started the business from the ground up and is now thriving in 3 cities. -Developed Profit/Loss statements and implemented all financial tracking methods. Owner/Found Consultant King's Way Consulting July 2010 – January 2013 (2 years 7 months)Zapata Teach applicable skills and characteristics of being a positive, contributing member of society to teenagers in the Juvenile Probation system. (Open)1 recommendation James Umphres Lecturer at Iowa State University Andrew Miller was an effective supervisor who managed a complex project well. He had a great rapport with the students as well as the tutors/teachers at Kings way Counseling Services.View Managing Partner God's-Kin Restaurant, LLC October 2011 – June 2012 (9 months)Zapata,TX -Developed concept and menu design -First business in region to be based off of a socially conscious business model. -Hired, trained, managed, and evaluated employees (developed training programs on customer relationship building, server etiquette, the God’s- Kin mindset®, employee appreciation) -Created relationships with distributors (Syco, Ben. E. Keith, Coca-Cola, etc.) -Designed marketing method business strategy (referral based, print/media, guerrilla tactics, online social outlets) -Formatted and implemented high tech POS (Point of Sale) system through Harbor Touch. South Texas Coordinator A+ Markem January 2009 – June 2011 (2 years 6 months) -Supervised High School, Middle School, and Jr. High School districts located in Laredo; Worked with school districts/administration to bring in Supplemental Educational Services -Represented A+ Markem at all SES school functions -Hired teachers to work for A+ Markem -Coordinated Student placement in tutoring program -Recruited Students for tutoring program -Supervised teachers during tutoring sessions 9-1-1 Program Manager for South Texas City of Laredo- South Texas Development Council December 2009 – June 2010 (7 months)Laredo, Texas Area - Oversaw the administration of the South Texas region 9-1-1 System consisting of 4 counties including Jim Hogg, Starr, Webb, and Zapata Counties; This included 86 Call takers, 4 direct subordinates, and 8 Public Safety Answering Points (PSAPS) -Served as the 911 South Texas Region Liaison to the Commission on State Emergency Communications (CSEC) member governments, local officials, federal, state, and local agencies and the private sector in all activities related to 9-1-1. -Responsible for a 2 million dollar State Grant budget including the 9-1-1 Regional program and admin budgets; prepares budget amendments; reviews and approves requests for payment and reimbursement requests made to CSEC. - Developed and implemented the 911-Strategic Plan; responsible for adhering to Strategic Plan, and preparing and submitting plan amendments. - Made presentations; prepared performance and informational reports, provided technical assistance as requested by Laredo's City Council, CSEC, Regional Advisory Council, and other applicable administrative and organizational groups. Senior Partner/Owner BlueStone Financial, LLC January 2008 – August 2009 (1 year 8 months)San Antonio, Texas Area - Managed more than10 employees with 6 million in assets under management - Hired and developed new employees - Implemented weekly training sessions and motivational program focused on employee skill development, appointment strategies, client trust building, etc. - Advised clients on proper investment strategies - Worked with leading financial and insurance company executives (Pacific Life, Allianz, Prudential, etc..) - Developed policy/procedures manuals - Incorporated BlueStone Financial into a limited liability company Senior Financial Professional AP-Financial October 2007 – December 2008 (1 year 3 months) - Analyzed clients financial situations and made recommendations - Worked with Mutual Funds, Variable/Term Life Insurance, and Annuities. - Developed personal financial plans for clients - Gave group and personal financial presentations CEO/CFO VLM-Marketing (Open)1 recommendation Charles Heinzelman Executive Director Trajan Insurance Services, Inc. “I can't say enough good things about Andrew. Hewas incredibly dedicated and commited to hiscareer. His diligence and strong work ethic established him as a valuable team member. He managed multiple tasks and has no problem staying on top of things...View CEO/CFO VLM- Marketing October 2005 – October 2007 (2 years 1 month)Waco, TX - Researched client website content - Studied current market Trends - Optimized websites and campaigns for search engine placement - Handled all e-commerce business and ROI statistical analysis - Developed client and business marketing campaigns (Google,Yahoo,MSN, etc..) - Consulted clients on best marketing plans - Managed all business expenditures Publications SocialPreneur- Making Green, Going Green In Process 2 authors Andrew Miller Social Media Expert & Author Liliana Miller Why Do We Use Social Media(Link) Marketing For Consumerism Addiction June 15, 2012 Why do we use Social Media and how did it get so expansive? 2 authors Andrew Miller Social Media Expert & Author n/a Google Now vs Apple’s Siri- “The Battle of AI”(Link) Applooza.com July 28, 2012 A comparison of Google Now vs Apple's Siri 2 authors Andrew Miller Social Media Expert & Author n/a Courses Baylor University Political Behaviors Comparative World Politics Discrete Structures Church & State Studies Calculus 1 Calculus 2 World Religions Christian Theology Skills & Expertise Most endorsed for... 25Social Media Marketing 13SEO 8Email Marketing 8Blogging 7Strategic Planning 7Marketing Strategy 5Management Consulting 5Web Marketing 5Mobile Marketing 5Wordpress Andrew also knows about... 5Social Media 5PPC 5Google Analytics 4Management 4Community Outreach 4Leadership Development 4Digital Marketing 4Program Management 4SMO 4Public Relations 3Staff Development 3Social Media Consulting 3Content Strategy 3CRM 3E-commerce See 25+ Education Regent University MBA, Entrepreneurial Studies 2012 – 2015 (expected) Baylor University BA, Political Science 2004 – 2006 (Open)8 courses Laredo Community College Associates of Arts, Government 2002 – 2004 Additional Info Personal Details Birthday March 5 Marital Status Married Recommendations Received (2)Given (2) Consultant King's Way Consulting James Umphres Lecturer at Iowa State University Andrew Miller was an effective supervisor who managed a complex project well. He had a great rapport with the students as well as the tutors/teachers at Kings way Counseling Services. August 27, 2012, James worked indirectly for Andrew at King's Way Consulting Senior Financial Professional AP-Financial Charles Heinzelman Executive Director Trajan Insurance Services, Inc. “I can't say enough good things about Andrew. Hewas incredibly dedicated and commited to hiscareer. His diligence and strong work ethic established him as a valuable team member. He managed multiple tasks and has no problem staying on top of things in a fast paced environment. He is very pleasant to work with and always willing to offer a helping hand. He is great with...more September 11, 2012, Charles managed Andrew indirectly at AP-Financial Groups Angel Investment Network Join Angel Investor Group Join Association of Environmental Professionals - Orange County Chapter Join Baylor University Alumni Group Join Business Owner's Toolkit Join Business Owners & Entrepreneurs Join CEE Group for business professionals Join See 46 more Following News Marketing & Advertising 579,713 followers Follow Education Management 146,275 followers Follow Internet 509,797 followers Follow Companies The John Maxwell Company Management Consulting Follow Consultwebs.com Internet Follow blur Group Internet Follow Chatter Creative Marketing and Advertising Follow Wildfire, a division of Google Computer Software Follow Eight Oh Two Marketing Marketing and Advertising