Ian Burns Email & Phone Number

Boston, Ma, Us

Haverhill, Massachusetts, United States

• Manage and oversee the organization’s Community & Economic Development Department, including overseeing two staff and an over $550,000 annual budget• Lead the implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), a 5-year, regional strategic plan for economic growth covering 15 cities and towns • Oversee the development and implementation of 15 municipal housing production plans• Apply for, implement, and report on various federal, state, and private foundation grants • Maintain expertise and best practice knowledge on municipal zoning, economic development, and housing development

Haverhill, Massachusetts, United States

• Supervise the organization’s Community & Economic Development Department, including overseeing two staff and an over $550,000 annual budget• Lead the development & implementation of the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), a 5-year, regional strategic plan for economic growth covering 15 cities and towns • Oversee the development and implementation of 15 municipal housing production plans• Apply for, implement, and report on various federal, state, and private foundation grants • Maintain expertise and best practice knowledge on municipal zoning, economic development, and housing development

• Implement new economic development projects across 15 cities and towns• Meet and establish relationships with senior-level executives at large regional employers• Write grant applications and reports for state, federal, and private funders• Assist with the implementation of regional strategic plans, including the Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy (CEDS), Housing Production Plans, and Priority Growth Strategy

• Assist the Executive Director with outreach to nonprofit, business, and government partners to advance the organization’s community development projects and initiatives• Collaborate with the Executive Director to advocate for state legislation impacting GWL’s work• Assist the Director of Development with grant research, writing, and reporting• Co-lead the development of an organization-wide strategic communications plan• Cultivate media relationships through writing press releases, op-eds, and media advisories• Draft written testimony and give oral testimony at legislative committee hearings

Lawrence, Ma

Greater Boston Area

- Research and track state legislation related to climate change, renewable energy, and land conservation- Summarize and compile reports on state legislation of interest for the Director of Conservation Policy- Speak over the phone and in person with legislative staffers

Gorham, Nh

• Oversee a team of 6 employees to operate and provide guest services at a backcountry lodging facility with 60 overnight guests• Train employees, delegate daily tasks, lead weekly staff meetings, and conduct formal employee reviews• Evaluate and respond to emergency situations in the backcountry, such as hiker injuries, missing persons, severe weather, and power outages• Interact with the public on a daily basis, providing trail advice, safety tips, and educational programming• In charge of ensuring a quality guest experience by dealing with high-level guest issues and complaints• Previous experience includes Assistant Supervisor (May 2017 – August 2017) and Crew Member (May 2016 – August 2016, May 2015 – August 2015)

Worcester, Ma

- Developed and implemented a first of its kind partnership between a College/University and Uber to offer students subsidized transportation off campus (see link below)-Represent 1,900 Undergraduate students and update them with weekly reports, social media campaigns, and speak at several on campus events- Collaborate with the college’s Office of Communications to advertise new initiatives to both the campus and greater Worcester community, via press releases and social media postings- Attend Board of Trustees committee meetings regularly to speak on behalf of the student body, as well as regular meetings with the College President and Vice Presidents.- Preside over the Student Senate, comprised of 32 class senators and 16 class officers

Worcester, Ma

-Coordinated and executed highly anticipated college events and traditions, while in charge of a $14,000 budget-Design and implement campus wide social media campaigns for various fundraisers and events-Sat on several college standing committees including Policy and Procedures Review, and the StudentExperience Committee of the Board of Trustees to voice student feedback and concerns

Worcester, Ma

-Work on various projects both individually and with a team to coordinate event logistics and advertisements for events-Answer phones, take messages, and interact with people coming into the office seeking assistance

Gorham, Nh

-Assisted supervisor in overseeing 5 employees-In charge of a 60 person backcountry lodging facility when supervisor was absent-Maintained inventory and oversaw purchases of retail items in the lodge

Gorham, Nh

Master Of Arts - Ma, Public Affairs

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Biology, General