Work with Evans Scholars at the University of Iowa to maximize their experience while pursuing their desired area of study.

Develop practicum and internship experiences for Sport & Recreation Management (#UISRM) students at the University of Iowa.Consult with industry professionals to prepare SRM students for competitive placement in the job market.Advise and consult with each student to determine their best path of action for their personal professional preparation. Coordinate field experience opportunities for faculty and students.

Courses developed or taught include:Communications and Public Relations in SportSport PromotionField Experience - Fans First, partnered with Iowa AthleticsField Experience - John Deere ClassicField Experience - Iowa GamesField Experience - San Diego Sports Consulting Practicum (#SDSCP)Field Experience - Special Olympics Winter Games - in conjunction with the Therapeutic Recreation Program and Disability Studies CertificateField Experience - Independent Internships (#UISRMonsite)1st Gen Hawks - a seminar course in collaboration with the Office of Academic Support and Retention focused on uncovering the hidden curriculum for first generation college students.So, you think you want to work in sports? - a seminar course for first year college students.Building your Career Playbook - a workshop style course to prepare students through the process of acquiring and utilizing professional development skills and building their gameplan for success.

MLB Field of Dreams - 2021, 2022NFL - SBLVI 2022, Los Angeles; SBLVII 2023, Phoenix; SBLVIII 2024 Las Vegas;NFL Draft 2023, Kansas City; 2024, Detroit;

The Innovation Center offers state-of-the-art offices, lab equipment, shared supplies, conference rooms, and business resources including, but not limited to: counseling and training from our in-house Executive-In-Residence, access to business-related workshops, monthly newsletters, local radio advertisements for your company, grant opportunities, a digital media incubator, shared wet lab space with an on-site Lab Director with 20+ years of experience, and much more.My responsibilities include Innovation Engine Accelerator facilitation, facility management, grant and budget oversight, client services, marketing and news updates and "other duties as assigned." :)

TechGROWTH Ohio serves a 20 county region in SE Ohio. In my role, I created dealflow for the organization, seeking out high-growth, high-tech companies in their earliest stages of development. Working together with the entrepreneur, I helped them navigate through various business stages toward commercialization including asset acquisition, funding, patent work and prototyping. TechGROWTH Ohio is supported and housed at the George Voinovich School at Ohio University. The Voinovich School plays an important role in promoting entrepreneurship and competitiveness in Appalachian Ohio. This region has traditionally been underserved by those providing sophisticated business expertise, especially in the areas of technology assistance and financing. Through a combination of unique programs and partnerships, the Voinovich School is helping to provide this assistance and increase the economic competitiveness of the region.Professional staff from the Appalachian Regional Entrepreneurship Group and students in the Integrated MBA Program provide operational and technical assistance to both start-up and existing businesses in the region, helping to fill the expertise gap.The MBA students gain valuable work experience while solving real problems for businesses in the region.

Oversaw all aspects of pricing files and register accuracy in all stores. Collaborated with Advertising and Promotions to execute special scanning/ringing procedures in stores. Participated in development and rollout of new GUI systems. Developed and led training sessions for staff. Played a key role in integration activities following two company acquisitions and mergers.

Responsible for sales tracking, promotions and tracking advertised items, analysis of inventory turn and management of buying portfolios including managing vendor relationships.

Oversaw all aspects of business operations including buying plan, purchasing, inventory management, promotions, advertising for 22 store chain of upscale women's fashion.