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Connect government and community stakeholders with Chicago's amazing free zoo, leading local, state, and federal efforts to support the institution and its critical conservation efforts.

Led the University's community economic development efforts and Anchor Mission work in support of thriving South Side neighborhoods.

Create connections between University and community to support businesses and residents on the mid-south side of Chicago.

Direct community economic development nonprofit in Chicago’s Uptown neighborhood. Develop partnerships with community groups, government agencies, and elected officials to guide neighborhood planning, arts and culture initiatives, and business support. Administer all aspects of organization, including staff supervision, fundraising and budgeting, and Board and committee work.

Land Use Attorney: Assisted clients in achieving government entitlements, including zoning approvals, TIF financing, and community support for development projects. Researched and cultivated stakeholders to ensure successful projects, including working with community leaders and government officials. Directed other team members, including land use planners and outside consultants.Office of Lt. Governor Pat

Created legislative and policy initiatives focused on consumer, environmental and constitutional issues.

Carhop: Trained since birth to create extraordinary hot dogs and "hop cars" at landmark Chicago drive-in, owned and operated by my family since 1948.

Assisted in all aspects of media consulting and managed production for Democratic campaigns, including three highly competitive Senate races.

Performed background research and writing projects for domestic political clients at a prominent Democratic polling firm.

Worked to create regional affordable housing through implementation of new state legislation, including detailing how local communities could create affordable housing under state law. Other projects included formation of the Young Women's Leadership Charter School and other school reform policy and advocacy work, particularly focused on Small Schools initiatives.