More than 17 years’ experience leading small teams in non-profit and organizational efforts ranging from event planning, fund-raising, product development, and publishing. Conceptualized and created a best-selling product at Wal-Mart. Other skills include writing and editing, ideation, project management, public relations, advertising, design judgment, and basic layout.Specialties: Collaborating with clients, cross-functional teams, industry experts, the media, and the public (17 years)Leading teams through work and volunteer efforts (since 1990)Initiating team-building events and camaraderie among groups strained by tight deadlines and quality demands Anticipating and preventing project problems, legal issuesRecalling details that spark synergistic connections between people, time, and place