Blake Deweese

About Blake Deweese

As a highly motivated and results-oriented professional, I have cultivated a strong background in leadership and program management. Throughout my career, I have consistently taken on increasing levels of responsibility and demonstrated an unwavering commitment to personal growth and development. I hold a proven track record of driving success through effective leadership and coordination.My experiences range from serving as spokesperson for the Young Marines to overseeing program coordination and planning at prominent organizations such as Amazon and Nike. Working in volunteer organizations such as the Young Marines has given me further chances to hone my leadership abilities - graduating from increasing levels of leadership academies.I am passionate about building and fostering high-performing teams, driving compliance with regulations, and ensuring exceptional customer service. My skills also extend to data tracking and analysis, event management, and effective communication. Throughout my academic journey at Oregon State University and Portland State University, I pursued a focus in finance and marketing, respectively, adding versatility to my skill set.I embrace creativity and have embarked on various endeavors, including my YouTube creative project, which reflects my passion for film. Beyond the professional sphere, I find solace in outdoor activities and embrace opportunities for community engagement.My goal is to continue making a positive impact, leveraging my expertise, and creating innovative solutions that drive success in any endeavor I undertake.

Experience

1. Global Assistant Program Manager - Emergency Preparedness - Amazon Gref

   JLL

   Jul 2024 — Present · Seattle, WA, US

   Data-Driven Decision Making: Work with Tableau to enhance dashboard accuracy and resolve data validation challenges, ensuring reliable global reporting.• Cost Savings and Efficiency: Revamped event formats to \"Lunch and Learns,\" securing a 100% attendee-to-ambassador conversion rate and saving annually by changing menu options.• High-Impact Events: Directed the 2024 \"Treat All Alarms as Real\" global EHS event, engaging over 400 participants with innovative marketing and a streamlined event layout.• Stakeholder Collaboration: Worked with partners like the Seattle Fire Department, American Red Cross, and Cintas to deliver educational safety presentations and first-aid training.

Education

• Portland State University

  Marketing

  2018 — 2022

• Oregon State University

  Finance

  2015 — 2018