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Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

● Developed and built an online adaptation of middle-school civics outreach program the We thePeople Constitution Field Study using the Curriki virtual education platform. Facilitatedonboarding/training for partner organizations to add new and updated materials to the hub.Recruited the Supreme Court Historical Society to the We the People Consortium.● Coproduced and promoted virtual events using Zoom and other online platforms throughout2020, including the annual Freedom… Show more ● Developed and built an online adaptation of middle-school civics outreach program the We thePeople Constitution Field Study using the Curriki virtual education platform. Facilitatedonboarding/training for partner organizations to add new and updated materials to the hub.Recruited the Supreme Court Historical Society to the We the People Consortium.● Coproduced and promoted virtual events using Zoom and other online platforms throughout2020, including the annual Freedom Award, a live reading of historical drama "Now’s the Time,"and the symposium “100 Years of Women Voting.” Show less

Washington D.C. Metro Area

•Conceptualized and produced USCHS Congressional Briefings, a series of completelyoff-the-record, peer-to-peer panels uniting policy experts and former Capitol Hill staff to shareinstitutional knowledge and historic context on current issues with today’s staffers.● Produced nonpartisan educational panels, documentary screenings, and brown bag talks inthe Capitol Complex, including the yearlong series of events supporting the Capitol VisitorCenter’s “Congress and the… Show more •Conceptualized and produced USCHS Congressional Briefings, a series of completelyoff-the-record, peer-to-peer panels uniting policy experts and former Capitol Hill staff to shareinstitutional knowledge and historic context on current issues with today’s staffers.● Produced nonpartisan educational panels, documentary screenings, and brown bag talks inthe Capitol Complex, including the yearlong series of events supporting the Capitol VisitorCenter’s “Congress and the Separation of Powers” exhibition. Recruited and stewardedspeakers, directed and trained event staffers, created informational materials and programs.Ensured compliance with site regulations governing promotional language, program scope,room use, check-in process.● Planned, executed, and oversaw logistics for large-scale ceremonies and receptions, includingthe annual Freedom Award, the National Heritage Lecture, and a welcoming reception for newMembers of Congress. Secured speakers and venues; ensured smooth operation of catering,protocol, media relations.● Created and directed the Cokie Roberts Communications & History Internship, anundergraduate mentorship program focusing on history-oriented writing in the contexts ofpress outreach, social media, and website content. Show less

Washington, Dc

•Co-created and organized “Imagining the Capitol: The Enlightened Life of Dr. William Thornton,” a day-long, multi-location series of events examining the life of the designer of the U.S. Capitol. Partnered with Scotland’s University of Aberdeen and historic sites Tudor Place and Octagon House to successfully deliver both an academic symposium and a VIP member engagement event.•Created new and impactful learning experiences for USCHS members and staff through collaborative relationships… Show more •Co-created and organized “Imagining the Capitol: The Enlightened Life of Dr. William Thornton,” a day-long, multi-location series of events examining the life of the designer of the U.S. Capitol. Partnered with Scotland’s University of Aberdeen and historic sites Tudor Place and Octagon House to successfully deliver both an academic symposium and a VIP member engagement event.•Created new and impactful learning experiences for USCHS members and staff through collaborative relationships with external organizations such as the Library of Congress Manuscript Division, Congressional Cemetery, and the National Air and Space Museum.•Provided responsive communications, customer service and vendor relations; served as main point of contact for public inquiries; wrote and distributed organization’s newsletter.•Collaborated with DC Public Schools and educators based at the U.S. Capitol, the White House Visitor Center, and the National Archives to deliver the We the People Constitution Field Study. With USCHS funding and logistical management, this civics outreach program served more than 1600 underserved DC students annually. Show less

• Conceptualized, developed, and implemented a new AAA (Adult Album Alternative) format for the PubMusic network; strategized expansion of PubMusic network from one to three 24/7 services.• Collaborated with board of directors and community partners on projects including the acquisition, facility build, and operation of public radio station WYZR.• Strengthened safeguards and redundant systems to prevent and mitigate technical disruptions; prioritized uninterrupted service to… Show more • Conceptualized, developed, and implemented a new AAA (Adult Album Alternative) format for the PubMusic network; strategized expansion of PubMusic network from one to three 24/7 services.• Collaborated with board of directors and community partners on projects including the acquisition, facility build, and operation of public radio station WYZR.• Strengthened safeguards and redundant systems to prevent and mitigate technical disruptions; prioritized uninterrupted service to client stations.• Recruited, mentored, and trained staff and volunteers for on-air and support work. Show less

• Cofounded PubMusic, a producer and distributor of nationally syndicated music programming for public radio stations. By the second year of operation, PubMusic had grown to be the largest provider of 24/7 syndicated jazz programming in the United States.• Attained nonprofit status for PubMusic by drafting the organization’s successful 501(c)(3) application to the Internal Revenue Service.• Authored informational materials for clients and business partners, including a… Show more • Cofounded PubMusic, a producer and distributor of nationally syndicated music programming for public radio stations. By the second year of operation, PubMusic had grown to be the largest provider of 24/7 syndicated jazz programming in the United States.• Attained nonprofit status for PubMusic by drafting the organization’s successful 501(c)(3) application to the Internal Revenue Service.• Authored informational materials for clients and business partners, including a comprehensive business plan, engineering presentations, and station communications. • Collaborated with graphic design team to create printed materials, advertisements, and promotional items. Coordinated outreach and representation at public and industry events, including host appearances/emcee information booths/tables, advertisements and production and distribution of promotional materials. Show less

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

From 1949 to 2011, WDUQ was home to some of the best broadcasters and dearest souls ever to inhabit the far reaches of the FM dial. I am so proud and grateful to have been part of its history. .• Planned, implemented and managed a systematic and comprehensive annual giving program, raising in excess of $1.7 million annually from over 13,000 active donors. Introduced a popular sustaining member program;… Show more From 1949 to 2011, WDUQ was home to some of the best broadcasters and dearest souls ever to inhabit the far reaches of the FM dial. I am so proud and grateful to have been part of its history. .• Planned, implemented and managed a systematic and comprehensive annual giving program, raising in excess of $1.7 million annually from over 13,000 active donors. Introduced a popular sustaining member program; achieved 70% retention rate despite the tough recessionary economy.• Developed targeted fundraising strategies by diagnosing trends and areas of potential revenue growth. Extracted donor data for use in management strategy, industry benchmarking reports, audience research, internal audit.• Coordinated volunteer staffing for pledge drives and special events. Oversaw, scheduled, developed training protocols for over 100 active volunteers. Coached staff members in volunteer management. • Systematized prompt, cost-effective donor mailings, including solicitations, acknowledgments, and premium/ promotional items; reviewed changing postal regulations and costs on an ongoing basis to ensure optimal practices. • Directed privacy and security practices for 50000+ record database. Worked with business office to develop and maintain systems allowing accurate tracking of personal data, solicitation preferences, and requests for anonymity. Show less

Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

• Assisted listeners and donors with inquiries; investigated requests for detailed information about programming, expedited remediation of clerical/processing errors in donor records, referred requests to appropriate contacts as needed.• Facilitated communication and flow of work between Membership and Business Offices; compiled detailed documentation of donations and employer matching gift applications. • Evaluated and contracted outside vendors for data lists, promotional… Show more • Assisted listeners and donors with inquiries; investigated requests for detailed information about programming, expedited remediation of clerical/processing errors in donor records, referred requests to appropriate contacts as needed.• Facilitated communication and flow of work between Membership and Business Offices; compiled detailed documentation of donations and employer matching gift applications. • Evaluated and contracted outside vendors for data lists, promotional items, fulfillment/shipping services. Planned logistics for volunteers and staff support during on-air pledge drives, including catering, delivery services, security, parking, access for persons with disabilities. Organized on-air and written acknowledgements of donated or discounted services. Show less

Master'S Degree, Public Policy And Management (Mppm)

Bachelor Of Arts (Ba), Political Science, Communication/Rhetoric (Dual Major)

Activities and Societies: Pitt News magna cum laude

Education record

Activities and Societies: Lord Somerset's Men, Forensics, Student Congress