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Portland, Oregon, United States

Portland, Oregon Area

Founded startup company to launch a product that matches voters with political candidates based on the things they care about. Recruited and led a cross-functional team to build a React.js web app from scratch using agile principles. Successful pilot with a leading US Senate campaign: utilized split testing and data analysis to beat the campaign’s CPA targets by over 50%.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Doubled productivity of digital production department by developing and managing custom software. Led company-wide implementation of workflow management software which required negotiating with multiple stakeholders within the company to formulate new business processes. Managed development of custom forecasting product which entailed unifying, redeveloping, and training on company-critical forecasting model.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

Drafted professional letters to government leadership and constituents on behalf of the Congressman. Conducted original research, synthesized data, and composed briefings for staff. Digitally cataloged and archived twelve years of the Congressman’s achievements. Led tours of the Capitol for constituents relying on memorized congressional history. Managed IQ database of thousands of constituent contacts.

Founded Internet marketing corporation to launch and manage successful online ventures and to provide consulting for small business clients. Executed digital strategies for small businesses looking to grow their customer base and Internet presence. Ventures included an Anime art community website with over 250,000 members and 100 million annual page views which was successfully sold in 2010.

Oregon City, Or

Operated as the “go-to” assistant for Campaign Manager and Finance Director on a successful re-election campaign in nationally targeted swing district. Drafted and edited campaign communications. Oversaw new-media and executed expansion of online presence. Represented campaign to county level political organization. Managed database of thousands of donors. Recruited and trained volunteers for field.

Portland, Oregon Area

Co-founded corporation as a 501(c)(3) non-profit to promote and organize partner dancing events. Acted as the leading member on an active Board of Directors to successfully generate growth from a previously lackluster market. Directed a weekly dance event with 150+ attendees. Executed strategies for community outreach, fostering a devoted membership, and engaging stakeholders.

Master'S Degree, Legislative Affairs

• Thesis on Senate procedure and the use of the Nuclear Option • Graduate School of Political Management Fellowship

Ba, Business Marketing

Graduated with Magna Cum Laude Honors. Received additional certificate in International Business with East Asian focus and Japanese.

Study Abroad, Business Marketing, Internet Marketing

Ba, Fairhaven College: Experimental Political Economy

Self-designed major involving Economics, Political Science, and Game Theory.