CORE COMPETENCIES
Expertise in public service program management and community engagement.
Program Management
- Grant Management
- Budget Development
- Strategic Planning
- Performance Metrics
- Process Improvement
- Resource Allocation
Community Engagement
- Stakeholder Relations
- Coalition Building
- Volunteer Coordination
- Public Speaking
- Community Outreach
- Event Planning
Constituent Services
- Case Management
- Federal Agency Navigation
- Needs Assessment
- Benefit Programs
- Client Advocacy
- Crisis Intervention
Administrative
- Data Analysis
- Report Generation
- Policy Implementation
- Regulatory Compliance
- Microsoft Office Suite
- CRM Systems
EDUCATION & TRAINING
Academic credentials and specialized training supporting my professional development.
Bachelor of Science in Political Science
Portland State University
2025 (Expected)
- Focus on Public Policy and Administration
- Specialized coursework in government operations and public service
- Research emphasis on community engagement and civic participation
Nonprofit Management Coursework
Louisiana State University
Completed
- American Humanics/Nonprofit Leadership Alliance Program
- Focus on Program Development, Grant Writing, Nonprofit Governance
- Applied learning in community-based organizations
Specialized Education in Learning Differences
Landmark College
2007
- Focus on academic success strategies
- Specialized approaches to neurodivergent learning styles
- Development of personalized educational techniques
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
A decade of service in program management and community impact.
Program Manager
Epilepsy Foundation of Los Angeles
2023 - 2024
- Led organization-wide digital transformation, implementing Salesforce CRM for 50+ users, achieving 29% operational efficiency gains and a 98% adoption rate within 60 days
- Developed comprehensive change management strategies resulting in 34% improvement in departmental productivity
- Created automated reporting systems decreasing manual reporting time by 75% while improving data accuracy by 27%
- Orchestrated health education symposiums addressing epilepsy awareness, neurological diagnostics, and intervention strategies for patients and families
- Built strategic partnerships with community organizations to expand program reach and impact
Chief Development Officer (Volunteer)
Games for Love
2020 - 2023
- Spearheaded donor cultivation strategies, increasing engagement and long-term financial support
- Represented organization at industry conferences and community engagements, enhancing visibility and strategic partnerships
- Formulated and implemented innovative donor acquisition and retention strategies
- Mentored and guided team members in development best practices and relationship-building techniques
Staff Assistant
Office of U.S. Senator Jeff Merkley
2013 - 2016
- Organized statewide town halls and press events, engaging with diverse rural and urban communities across Oregon
- Streamlined constituent response processes, reducing backlog by 50% through improved workflow systems
- Balanced campaign and Senate office responsibilities, ensuring strict compliance with legal and ethical regulations
- Managed official correspondence, expenditures, and compliance with federal regulations
Team Leader
AmeriCorps NCCC
2008
- Led diverse team of 12 across 15 high-impact community projects, achieving 125% of project completion targets
- Managed $250K outdoor amphitheater project for the Rural Appalachian Improvement League, delivering ahead of schedule and under budget
- Secured 45% more community resources than initially projected through strategic stakeholder engagement
- Developed framework for New Orleans Green Corps in partnership with Alliance for Affordable Energy, creating a workforce development program focused on at-risk youth empowerment
- Created cross-functional communication framework resulting in 34% improvement in project delivery efficiency
Founder & Chapter President
AmeriCorps Alums Chapter, Portland State University
2011 - 2014
- Established first AmeriCorps alumni chapter at Portland State University, creating sustainable community service framework
- Coordinated volunteer events and professional networking opportunities, building lasting partnerships between university programs and service organizations
- Provided strategic oversight and governance for initiatives, ensuring organizational compliance and program effectiveness
Program Developer & Education Coordinator
Waltham Fields Community Farm
2004
- Designed and launched a successful Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) program, integrating sustainable agriculture practices
- Created an adaptive agricultural education curriculum for at-risk youth engagement in sustainable food systems
- Built partnerships with local organizations to expand program reach and impact by 35%
- Empowered staff with flexible teaching methodologies to maximize student interest and participation
KEY ACHIEVEMENTS
Measurable results and impact across organizations and industries.
NOTABLE INITIATIVES
Leading impactful community and government programs that create meaningful change.
Rural Healthcare Access Program
Led initiative connecting 500+ rural residents with medical services through partnership with local clinics and transportation providers. Created sustainable program model that continues to operate after grant funding period.
Veteran Housing Assistance Task Force
Coordinated inter-agency effort between Senator's office, VA, and housing authorities to streamline application process for veterans facing housing insecurity. Reduced application processing time by 40%.
Community Response Network
Developed coalition of 20+ community organizations to coordinate emergency response during wildfires, establishing communication protocols and resource sharing agreements that served 1,200+ affected residents.
Youth Mentorship Initiative
Created program pairing 75+ at-risk youth with volunteer mentors from local businesses and community organizations, resulting in 85% improvement in school attendance and engagement among participants.
INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE
Diverse background across multiple sectors with transferable expertise.
Non-Profit Healthcare
Digital transformation and CRM implementation for patient-focused organizations.
Government & Public Sector
Process optimization and constituent services for government agencies.
Ticketing Technology
Technical integrations and account management for sports and entertainment.
Privacy & Security Software
Business development for compliance and data protection solutions.
Healthcare & Youth Services
Program development and service delivery for vulnerable populations.
Community Development
Volunteer coordination and partnership building for community impact.
SPACE COMMUNICATIONS EXPERTISE
Leveraging government relations and digital transformation experience for space agency and aerospace industry opportunities.
Strategic Communications
Experience translating complex technical information into compelling narratives for diverse audiences, essential for communicating space mission objectives and scientific discoveries to the public.
Crisis Management
Coordinated emergency response during natural disasters, connecting affected communities with federal resources - skills directly applicable to mission-critical communications and public information management.
Data Visualization
Implemented dashboard solutions translating complex metrics into accessible insights - expertise valuable for making space mission data understandable to diverse stakeholders and the general public.
Cross-Functional Leadership
Successfully managed teams spanning technical and non-technical domains, bridging communication between specialized experts and general audiences - essential for coordinating across diverse space mission teams.
TARGET ORGANIZATIONS
IDEAL ROLES
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