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Sacramento, California, United States

Oversee the research, drafting, strategy development, coordination, and lobbying for state budget/legislative proposals related to ratepayer affordability, consumer emergency notifications, and WW/DW system consolidation projects.

California, United States

Assisted with the research, drafting, strategy development, coordination, and lobbying for state budget/legislative proposals related to ratepayer affordability, consumer shutoff protections and WW/DW system consolidation projects.

Sacramento, California, United States

Graphic/Web DesignPhotography/VideographyDigital Media/MarketingCase ManagementConsulting Services

Greater Sacramento

Served as staff coordinator for the inaugural C.A.R Fair Housing Policy Committee. Analyzed statewide legislation for potential impacts to the Real Estate industry, provided summaries of proposed and in-print amendments, Executive Branch task force reports, and monitored Federal updates on proposed initiatives to address fair housing issues in the Real Estate industry. Met with internal and external stakeholders to facilitate dialogue, discussion around C.A.R’s position on fair housing legislation. Assisted with development of organizational digital assets & visual materials promoting fair housing, civic engagement and home ownership.

Sacramento, California Area

Office of Democratic Caucus Chair Mike Gipson (64th District)Serve as Consultant for the Assembly Select Committee on Infectious Diseases, plan hearings, staff legislation, and advise committee members on issues under the committee's jurisdiction. Staff 14 bills, 5 resolutions through the legislative process on issues such as criminal justice reform, homelessness, mental health, housing development, foster care, and environmental quality. Staff the member on the following issue areas: Health, Business and Professions, Environmental Safety and Toxic Materials, Housing, Community Development, Transportation, Natural Resources, Energy, Utilities, Water, Parks and Wildlife, Insurance and AgricultureManage and track multi-million dollar budget asks through the legislative process, meeting regularly with consultants and stakeholdersCoordinate and plan press conferences, draft press releases, media advisory.

Sacramento, California Area

Sacramento, California Area

Office of Senator Ben Hueso (SD 40)Researched and developed first-ever legislative proposal for consumer rental data reporting in the State of California (SB 619- Hueso). Research legislation, utilizing LIS & LCMS to provide detailed notes and vote recommendations for the Senator. Staff the member on the following issue areas: Energy, Housing, Social Services, Utilities, Economic Development, Higher Education, Immigration, LGBTQ issues, Government and Finance, Rev & Tax, B&P, Veterans Affairs, and Constitutional Amendments.Staff the member on each of the following committees: Natural Resources and Water, Energy and Utilities, Insurance, Select Committee on CA-Mexico Cooperation, Select Committee on the Status of Men and Boys of Color.Staff 2 bills through the legislative process and take meetings with constituents and advocacy groups.Answer phones, provide detailed notes, and relay messages from constituents, interest groups, and lobbyists.

5523 34Th Street, Sacramento, Ca

Provided bilingual, English/Spanish case management services to over 40 youth ages 17-24 in the South Sacramento community.Provided counseling, problem solving tips & mentorship to youth with diverse needs facing a variety of barriers (poverty, parenting, homelessness, juvenile offenders, foster youth, etc.)Established relationships with local businesses & community nonprofits to place clients in job sites that match their career goals. Assisted clients with setting and achieving educational goals: obtaining GED, HiSET, enrolling in college, etc. Facilitated professional development workshops, informative trainings, and leadership seminars for youth in the community.

Sacramento, California Area

Provided case management, resource referral, and counseling services for 87 different low income households in the Del Paso Heights Community. Served as a bilingual interpreter, and provide basic English to Spanish translation of documents. Assisted in the planning and development of large scale events and programs for over 3,000 Mutual Housing California residents. Helped spearhead development of Mutual Housing's College Ambassador Program & served as a mentor/supervisor for a team of three Resident Leaders to promote higher education in the community.Oversaw a healthy meals program that serves over 120 children a week in addition to educational and extracurricular activities.Served as the day-to-day supervisor of 2 AmeriCorps VISTA members, lead brainstorming sessions, delegate tasks, and set deadlines for team projects relating to the Healthy Meals Program.Maintained detailed records of all Resident Programs, interactions, and events to ensure compliance with all Local, State, and Federal agency's regulatory requirements.Provided post-secondary educational guidance for at risk/ undocumented youth.Partnered with external agencies and non-profits to host informative workshops centered on the needs of the community: Building Credit, Financial Literacy, Ballot Measures, etc.Submitted weekly reports to the on-staff MSW for case consultation and evaluation of client interactions.Served as organizational point person for Resident United Network (RUN)

Sacramento, California Area

Assisted with the negotiation of contracts for architectural, engineering and construction services. Worked with consultants and government agencies to obtain building permits and necessary documents throughout the development process. Assisted with 2 separate, multi-million dollar project loan closings, and oversaw the conversion to permanent financing.Prepared development and rehabilitation budget pro formas, and worked on 9% low income housing tax credit applications.

Sacramento, California Area

Sat as an Executive Officer on the ASI Board of Directors, which oversees a multi-million dollar budget. Served as an Ex-Officio Advisor to the Sacramento State Faculty Senate, and represent the voices of over 30,000 students. Established new scholarships for undocumented/AB540 students and students with disabilitiesServed as an Ex-Officio Advisor on the Sacramento State Faculty Senate Executive Committee and weigh in on Academic Policies, University Affairs, etc. Chaired the Academic Affairs Advisory Council, a standing internal committee of the ASI Board of Directors which engages students to write resolutions on legislation and issues relevant to students, and examine current/proposed curriculum policies and their effects on the student body.Committees/Work Groups : Academic Affairs Advisory Council, Academic Policies Committee, Timely Declaration of Major Policy Work Group, Grade Appeal Policy Work Group, Peace Corps Preparatory Program Work Group, ASI Scholarship Committee.

Sacramento, California Area

Sat on the ASI Board of Directors, which oversees a multi-million dollar budget.Advocated and represented the interests of the students of Social Work, Nursing, Kinesiology and Health Science, Speech Pathology/Audiology, Criminal Justice, Physical Therapy and RPTA. Organized a student petition with over 200+ signatures, and successfully lobbied Administration to approve additional funding and courses, directly benefiting over 45 students and allowing them to graduate on time. Met with the University President, Dean of the College of HHS, and other campus administrators to target issues of impaction, graduation requirements, curriculum, and other issues facing the college.Committees: Committee on Diversity and Equity, General Education/Graduation Requirements Policy Committee, Diversity Work Team, Academic Affairs Advisory Council, ASI Memorial Scholarship Committee.

Sacramento, California Area

Assisted in the creation and establishment of the Hornet Proud Fund, an emergency grant for at-risk students facing financial crisis. Helped organize Sacramento State's first ever Dance Marathon and successfully raised over $16,000.00 for the Hornet Proud Fund.Coordinated outreach efforts between the community, business leaders & campus organizations for the fund, and processed/kept inventory of all donations. Established a philanthropy-based networking organization for student leaders to collaborate on campus-wide initiatives and efforts (the Hornet Pride Leadership Council) and managed all social media accounts for the group.

Certificate, Applied Policy & Government

Bachelor'S Degree, Social Work

Activities and Societies: Associated Students, Inc, Health & Human Services Joint Council, Social Work Student Association (SWSA), Circle.