Frances Homan Bradshaw

About Frances Homan Bradshaw

Passionate about sustainable tourism and empowering small businesses to thrive. The Autism Helper:· As COO, I manage a dedicated team of 9 full-time employees and collaborate with a wide network of freelancers and contract workers specializing in graphic design, content creation, copywriting, and social media optimization.· I am responsible for crafting and executing omnichannel email marketing strategies that have led to a remarkable 50% growth in our email marketing list and an impressive 300% increase in our social media following.· Under my leadership, The Autism Helper has introduced innovative product offerings, enrolled thousands of educators in professional development services, and successfully launched a school-based curriculum program. National Geographic:· Spearheaded custom trip development at National Geographic Expeditions and created bespoke itineraries for discerning travelers spanning six continents.· Managed all aspects of the trip development process, from inception to completion, including budgeting in multiple currencies and crafting customer-facing proposals that met the National Geographic standard.·Effectively negotiated contracts with suppliers and destination management companies to secure competitive pricing for our services. Global Perspective:· Gained invaluable experience during my two-year role as a Student Life Assistant at Loyola University Chicago\'s John Felice Rome Center in Italy.· Promoted academic success and provided 24/7 support to students, families, and alumni.· Orchestrated 8 educational study trips across Italy, Malta, Bosnia, Serbia, and Croatia, ranging from 1-10 days, further enhancing the student experience. Educational Background:· Achieved a Summa Cum Laude Master of Business Administration degree from The George Washington University School of Business in January 2023, further enhancing my business acumen.· Graduated Summa Cum Laude with a Master of Tourism Administration, specializing in Sustainable Tourism, from The George Washington University School of Business in May 2021.· Magna Cum Laude Bachelor\'s degrees in Marketing and International Business from Loyola University Chicago\'s Quinlan School of Business (2015).· Pursued a full academic year abroad at the John Felice Rome Center in Italy during my sophomore year.I am dedicated to sustainable tourism, scaling small businesses, and I am passionate about making a meaningful impact in the field. Let\'s connect and explore how we can collaborate to drive positive change.

Experience

1. Chief Operating Officer

   The Autism Helper, Inc

   May 2023 — Present · Chicago, IL, US

Education

• The George Washington University School of Business

  Master of Business Administration - MBA

  2020

• Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago

  International Business and Marketing, International Business

  2011 — 2015

• The George Washington University School of Business

  Master of Tourism Administration, Sustainable Tourism Management

  2019 — 2021

• Loyola University John Felice Rome Center

  International Business

  2012 — 2013

Skills

• Marketing
• Digital Marketing
• Critical Thinking
• Study Abroad Programs
• Community Service
• Event Planning
• Social Media
• Search Engine Marketing
• International Travel
• Blogging
• SEO
• Italian
• Travel Blogging
• People Skills
• Travel Arrangements
• Leadership
• Squarespace
• Public Speaking
• Microsoft Office
• Social Networking
• Microsoft Word
• Qualtrics
• Recruiting
• Superior Work Ethic
• Time Management
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Travel Planning
• Microsoft Powerpoint