Work history
Special Assistant to the Assistant Secretary
tags:
politics & government
• event planning
• strategic planning
• operations & administrative m...
• human services department
How would you describe your time at U.S. Department of Health a...?
Guide collaborative efforts of National Commission on Children and Disasters, with specific emphasis on operational effectiveness and attainment of short- and long-term objectives.
Advise Assistant Secretary for Children and Families while also serving as Deputy Director for Office of Human Services Emergency Preparedness and Response. Liaise with prominent industry executives to secure necessary records relevant to Commission standing; establish systems and manage accurate records for public access. Offer critical guidance and ensure adherence to stated departmental policy and federal law.
??? Successfully established National Commission on Children and Disasters, providing essential insights to ensure success and guaranteeing regulatory compliance.
??? Initiated partnership between Administration for Children and Families and Federal Emergency Management Agency to increase local availability of social services for various population groups.... 
Advisor for Strategic Planning and Policy
tags:
strategic planning
• partnerships
• federal grant management
• program management
How would you describe your time at U.S. Department of Health a...?
Leveraged expertise as Chief of Staff / advisor for Office of Community Services (OCS); managed nine critical grant programs providing financial assistance to social service organizations nationwide.
Oversaw existing and new initiatives and far-reaching efforts within OCS, interfacing with program managers regarding distribution of $5 billion in grants. Coordinated distribution of funding to states and non-profit organizations based on alignment with federal policies and goals. Established relationships with other federal agencies, encouraging collaboration and information sharing to maximize program effectiveness. Tracked program performance, capacities, status, and other critical details for further review. Created executive-level briefings and additional materials for reference by senior leadership.
??? Selected for position as Acting Program Manager for Compassion Capital Fund (2005 to 2006), providing vital leadership and establishing cohesive standards for $64 million program.
??? Directed creation and implementation of $30 million grant program to reduce gang and youth violence....
Administrative Manager
tags:
operations & administrative m...
How would you describe your time at 55th Presidential Inaugural...?
Supervised operations of two organizational divisions managing planning / execution of inaugural events.
As team lead, coordinated requests submitted by administrative team; determined appropriateness of requests based upon budgetary, scheduling, and other factors. Tracked and identified patterns for further assessment. Networked with various vendors to complete essential procedures within stringent timelines.
??? Partnered with colleagues to successfully disband organization following inauguration....
Office Manager
tags:
operations & administrative m...
• nonprofit administration
• volunteer management
How would you describe your time at Bush-Cheney '04?
Ensured high efficiency of national campaign headquarters and 20 state offices.
Supervised administrative associates, interns, and volunteers in completion of wide range of procedures in support of campaign goals. United with colleagues to realize varied objectives, offering recommendations to increase productivity. Oversaw records management and inventory control according to rigorous guidelines.
??? Active in creation of temporary, fully functional office in New York City during Republican National Convention....
TACA
January 2002 to October 2003
Special Events Director
tags:
board and volunteer cultivati...
• fundraising & development
• nonprofit administration
• fundraisersgalasprivate par...
• partnerships
• operations & administrative m...
How would you describe your time at TACA?
Promoted from administrative leadership role (2001) to position leveraging skills to expertly coordinate fundraising events for non-profit performing arts support organization.
Responsible for planning and implementation of programs and major special events grossing more than $850,000. Initiated contact with local community organizations, businesses, and prospective individual donors, utilizing persuasive techniques to maximize contributions.
As Director of Administration, held accountability for company???s administrative processes, with constant involvement in fundraising activities requiring networking with Board of Directors, civic groups and the community to accomplish goals.
??? Continually surpassed fundraising goals through creative event planning; events included luncheon attended by 1,000 and a gala with live and silent auctions attended by 400....
Office Manager, Volunteer Programs
tags:
nonprofit administration
• event planning
• board and volunteer cultivati...
• volunteer management
• operations & administrative m...
How would you describe your time at Chicago Symphony Orchestra?
Effectively coordinated team of auxiliary volunteers, partnering with colleagues to assign tasks and ensure continued productivity.
Oversaw daily operations of Volunteer Programs office, monitoring volunteers and staff in completion of various procedures according to organizational guidelines. Informed volunteers of performance expectations and initiated disciplinary actions as necessary.
??? Increased volunteer involvement and enrollment 300% upon delivery of ???Working Successfully with Volunteers??? seminar to educate orchestra employees....
