Strategic, hard working Bachelor of Science graduate with exceptional problem solving capabilities previously employed as the Culinary and Retail Sustainability Coordinator for SSA Group at the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Specialized in sustainability, both locally and regionally, supporting mission driven strategic goals of various conservation based organizations. Responsible for creation and implementation of operational best-practices elevating conservation of resources and reduction of environmental impacts through day-to-day operations in a dynamic work environment. Specific initiatives included Styrofoam reduction, single-use plastic elimination, food-scrap diversion, transparency of recyclable materials in long-term measurable programs while partnering with Directors and General Managers. Specialized in creating connections between non-profit mission driven strategic goals in a for-profit business environment utilizing education and guest service increasing guest donations by $2,000 annually for Sea Otter Research. Drafted and executed a bi-annual single-use plastic inventory audit for 10,000+ skus reducing single-use plastic products from 16.75% to 4.75% of inventory in the span of 5 years. Streamlined sustainability messaging to 60+ Retail/Culinary operations within various non-profits reaching 3,000 staff annually strengthening client partner relationships in various communities. Assisted in consulting local and major for-profit companies transitioning toward sustainable business practices in areas of plastic elimination, waste diversion and carbon footprint reduction. I am currently navigating a career shift with more than 15 years of guest facing business operations experience retaining strong communication skills, problem solving capabilities and proficient Office 365 capabilities optimizing business relationships with local and national stakeholders. Iʻm looking to join forward thinking company whose mission driven goals align with the protection of our planet while optimizing business in an ever changing landscape. #readytowork