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Leadline is a Colorado-based firm that makes it easier for governments to make good on promises. The public trusts all levels of government with their tax dollars and the government has a high bar to deliver public goods and services. We specialize in making sure that happens efficiently through strategic project management and outcome-oriented analysis. Leaving no stone unturned, we don't stop until we've done what we set out to do.See our list of clients that include the City of Boulder, Town of Erie, Broomfield Housing Alliance, University of Colorado, and more. https://leadlineco.com/allprojects

The public expects *alot* from the government - rightfully so. The list of priorities isn't getting any shorter for the government to meet the public's expectations, but it's getting more difficult for the government to retain employees, engage with the public, and get work done. We serve as an extension of your team to execute high-priority policy projects.

Boulder, Co, Us

- Coordinated the implementation of interrelated building and infrastructure projects for the development of city-owned properties, with a focus on Alpine-Balsam. - Managed development of financing strategies and phasing for Alpine-Balsam and other city projects- Coordinated unified community engagement and communication for Alpine-Balsam and other city projects- Supported other city real estate and/or development projects

Boulder, Co, Us

- Managed the strategic finance planning for post-acquisition redevelopment of significant city owned property- Set the strategic vision to financially implement a community driven area plan- Analyzed financial, economic and market factors to produce insights that contribute to the successful area plan development- Supported advisory board and City Council meetings by writing tactful and clear memos, preparing talking points and facilitating difficult internal conversations- Lead the city’s Facilities Master Plan development – the first update since 2005- Coordinated the evaluation of critical focus areas such as energy strategy and funding models for the city’s significant building stock- Managed consultant scope of work and makes autonomous decisions regarding consultant-based analysis needs- Successfully led the completion of several high-profile projects:- Chautauqua Access Management Plan implementation- Land purchase for the relocation of Fire Station #3- Boulder’s Design and Construction Standards update (first major update since 2000)- Navigated political and controversial projects to intended goals by building relationships, organizing tasks, and facilitating complicated conversations- Won the City of Boulder’s “Collaboration” Value Award for the management of the Chautauqua Access Management Plan pilot

Boulder, Co, Us

Project Management- Managed the procurement of major, department-wide IT contracts that includes selection, contract writing/negotiation, and contract management- Led a registration software replacement team that evaluated the department’s business processes and identifies opportunities to implement new systems- Wrote, managed, and conducted analysis for a multi-year business plan on the Boulder Reservoir Policy Development/Management- Oversaw a team that researches best practices and implements policy direction on the department’s 2016 and 2017 financial aid program- Presented policy development initiatives to the Parks and Recreation Advisory Board- Managed the coordination of the department’s yearly action plan and work plans to aid measurable goals development and alignment with the Master PlanOrganizational Assessment/Management- Prepared succession planning efforts to guide the organizational development of critical positions within the department- Performed manpower analysis to increase efficiency, decrease cost, and improve performance system-wide- Created and conducted department trainings for business and financial acumenStrategic and Analytic Responsibilities- Performed analysis to determine appropriate fee structures, financial aid programs- Conducted financial and statistical assessments of areas within the department to identify areas of need and excess

Huntsville, Alabama, Us

− Researched industries, companies, products and services to create briefings for senior management− Wrote case studies and proposals to include in-depth knowledge of projects, methodologies, and successes− Developed business development activities and coordinates background research, call lists, and efforts for new business− Created presentations communicate business development initiatives, research findings, or other relevant topics to high-level clients and/or senior management

Washington, Dc, Us

Research Analyst at Marshall Space Flight Center in the Office of Strategic Analysis and Communications on the COMMSS contract through LSINC.− Created and standardized material to support the executive communications department− Researched, designed and managed internal stakeholder reference book for senior executives− Served as legislative affairs research expert at the nation, state and city level for the Center− Managed relationships in a diverse environment to provide consistent products and servicesVacated position to successfully focus and finish the Masters of Business Administration (MBA) program at UAHuntsville in May 2014.

Huntsville, Alabama, Us

Dual Market Intelligence Analyst and Social Media Manager at LSINC in the Strategy department.− Analyzed multiple industries for a customized monthly report for clients seeking knowledge and leads in a particular field− Designed and managed monthly internal strategic communications newsletter− Conducted research and analytics of the defense and aerospace industry, as well as commercial industries− Developed strategic plans to help clients focus efforts to grow their respective businesses− Managed social media and branding activities for external clients− Worked in internal and external marketing efforts by using creative and acquired knowledge to push businesses and LSINC forward− Photographed internal LSINC products and used Adobe products to construct presentable marketing materialWas promoted from Marketing Intern at LSINC in the Strategic Communications department during LSINC's acquisition of Inergi.− Created new marketing material as a result of LSINC’s acquisition of Inergi− Designed and developed advertising collateral for the annual National SMD Symposium− Developed hands on knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Flash.− Participated in the acquisition of a local company.

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Bachelor Of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing/Marketing Management, General