Spearheaded the comprehensive operations of the Economic Development department, ensuring strategic growth and community advancement. Key responsibilities encompassed:Crafting and executing robust strategies for industrial recruitment and enticing business ventures.Staying abreast of evolving state and local incentives, ensuring the community's economic strengths are optimally showcased.Leveraging marketing tools to articulate the community's distinct advantages to prospective businesses and site selectors.Cultivating enduring relationships with pivotal stakeholders, from business magnates to site selectors, underscoring the community's conducive business ecosystem.Synchronizing efforts with both internal teams and external collaborators, guaranteeing streamlined recruitment endeavors.Negotiating incentive agreements, ensuring both the community and businesses benefit from mutually advantageous terms.Orchestrating multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely and budget-compliant realization of recruitment objectives.

Collaborated closely with the Economic Development Director, ensuring seamless site visits and optimal stakeholder engagement.Devised and implemented dynamic marketing initiatives, elevating the profile of the Economic Development Department.Managed multifaceted marketing campaigns, encompassing website updates, social media engagement, and promotional content creation.Represented the County as the Camera-Ready Liaison, positioning Barrow County as a prime filming destination.Crafted strategic incentive packages and abatement schedules in partnership with the Winder-Barrow Joint Development Authority and Barrow County Board of Commissioners, fueling the County's economic momentum.

Spearheaded monthly Family Connection Community meetings, fostering collaboration on pivotal local initiatives such as school readiness, success, and poverty awareness.Championed the Holiday Connection program from 2017-2020, mobilizing resources and volunteers to gift Christmas joy to nearly 6,000 Barrow County children.Curated engaging monthly newsletters via Constant Contact, reaching an audience of over 500 local stakeholders.Developed and managed four pivotal websites, serving as digital hubs for Barrow County Family Connection, The Winder Housing Authority, The Wimberly Center, and BarrowJobs.com.Directed the Barrow County Complete Count Committee for the 2020 Census, securing a commendable 5th place in Georgia for census completion.

Steered the Recreation Department with a visionary approach, balancing day-to-day operations with strategic long-term planning. This encompassed comprehensive oversight of staff dynamics, meticulous budgeting, and ensuring pristine conditions of both facilities and grounds.Architected both long-term and short-term blueprints for the department, ensuring that every initiative, staff member, and program was aligned with overarching goals. This proactive planning not only ensured consistent progress but also garnered unwavering support and commendation from the County Administration.Cultivated a high-performing team by handpicking, mentoring, and managing 9 dedicated full-time and part-time staff members, fostering an environment of excellence and collaboration.Pioneered a slew of innovative programs that resonated deeply with the community. These included the introduction of Girls Volleyball, the delightful Parent & Tot Soccer, the adrenaline-packed Youth Flag Football, the endurance-testing Cross Country, the community-driven Basketball Shoe Swap, the inaugural Rec Run 5k, the eco-conscious Park Cleanup Day, and the family-centric Trail Running. Each of these initiatives not only diversified the department's offerings but also significantly amplified community engagement and participation.Elevated the department's stature on both district and state levels. Under my leadership, the department was lauded with the prestigious 2016 GRPA District 7 Agency of the Year award. This accolade was swiftly followed by the crowning achievement of being recognized as the GRPA State Agency of the Year, a testament to our unwavering commitment to excellence and community service.

Spearheaded the establishment of the Alliance Soccer Club, serving as its Co-Director. Championed a broad spectrum of operations, from strategic financial oversight and meticulous budgeting to orchestrating Academy game schedules and driving impactful social media campaigns.Orchestrated the GRPA Award-Winning Family Trail Running program, attracting up to 75 enthusiastic participants per session, showcasing the community's passion for fitness and the outdoors.Masterminded referee coordination for both multi-agency and the prestigious GRPA State Soccer tournaments, while also leading the procurement of state-of-the-art uniforms and essential equipment.Directed the summer soccer camp initiatives, seamlessly managing an expansive roster of over 300 players, ensuring an unparalleled soccer experience for each participant.Executed meticulous field preparations, crafted collaborative schedules across three distinct Parks & Recreation agencies, and led transformative coaches' meetings and parent orientations, setting a gold standard in stakeholder engagement.Pioneered groundbreaking community programs, including the trailblazing Parent & Tot Soccer and the innovative Little Kickers Soccer Camp for budding enthusiasts.Helmed the volleyball program's multifaceted operations, ensuring a top-tier experience for all participants and stakeholders.Took the reins during the annual Freedom Festival 5k, orchestrating a seamless and memorable event that resonated with the community's spirit.Commanded concession operations across four pivotal locations, delivering an impeccable service standard and consistently enhancing visitor satisfaction.

Orchestrated expansive spring and fall youth soccer leagues, seamlessly managing 430+ participants aged 4-18, showcasing organizational prowess.Oversaw a multifaceted role encompassing uniform design, logo creation, official recruitment & training, schedule drafting, coach engagement, player evaluations, event organization, and meticulous budget management.Pioneered a weekly field maintenance schedule for the Athletics division, fostering teamwork and ensuring optimal field conditions.Supported the Athletic Superintendent in executing high-profile state and regional tournaments, which involved crafting distinctive tournament logos, curating coach packets, procuring hospitality gifts, and engaging multiple sponsors for enhanced event visibility.Brokered strategic partnerships with local hotels, securing complimentary accommodations for tournament directors across 35+ weekend tournaments, demonstrating negotiation acumen.

Spearheaded comprehensive programming for Youth Soccer, Flag Football, and Adult Softball leagues, encompassing league design, strategic marketing, coach engagement sessions, tournament orchestration, and referee/umpire assignments.Conceptualized and executed signature special events, including movie nights, festive holiday gatherings, and skill-enhancing player clinics.Fostered collaborative ties with local churches, forging synergistic partnerships for diverse special events.Liaised closely with the Park Supervisor to guarantee optimal field utilization, ensuring meticulous adherence to sport-specific requirements such as base lengths and soccer field dimensions.

Developed a robust Microsoft Access database for precise Incident Report tracking, elevating the efficiency of incident management.Modernized outdated paper and electronic forms into intuitive, fillable PDFs, optimizing user experience and accessibility.Played a pivotal role in the recruitment and selection of the Parks Services Division Administrator, ensuring the onboarding of top-tier talent.Partnered with the Summer Camp Director to craft immersive themes for eight distinct week-long summer camps across multiple venues, enriching the overall camper experience.Acquired hands-on expertise in manual league scheduling for Athletics, bolstering the department's scheduling proficiency.Immersed in the intricate operations and hierarchy of a prominent leisure services department catering to a community of 113,000+, amassing invaluable industry insights.