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Stratford, Ct, Us

• Lead business development efforts for A.I.-driven self-service solutions, managing over 20 active leads across the United States within District Court Systems and public sector industries. • Build and support relationships with key stakeholders, customizing A.I. solutions to improve access to justice and streamline operations.• Conduct product demonstrations and presentations to showcase ARS's A.I. technology, addressing workforce challenges and improving operational efficiency.• Develop and optimize sales strategies, including pricing models, lead engagement tactics, and CRM workflows to drive sales performance and increase conversion rates.• Manage the sales pipeline, guiding leads from initial contact through to proposal and closing, while coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with client needs.• Create comprehensive sales proposal packets, including pitch decks, ADA compliance documentation, white papers, and tailored grant proposals to close deals effectively.• Collaborate with the sales team to align strategies, track performance, and ensure the execution of sales objectives.

Researched artificial intelligence (AI) within public health and created a one-hour workshop presentation for the 2023 New York State Department of Health: Public Health Corps Summit in Albany, New York. I presented “The Future: Building the Conversation on Artificial Intelligence in Public Health Departments” to 75 public health professionals to facilitate discussions and inquiry into the utilization of artificial intelligence in public health. Additionally created and distributed an Autumn 2023 and Winter 2024 “Opioid & Suicide Prevention Quarterly Newsletter” highlighting prevention efforts in the eight regional partnering Finger Lakes counties.

Newark, New York, United States

Engaged in program delivery and coordination for two grant-funded initiatives: 1) Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) and 2) Blood Pressure Self-Monitoring Program (BPSMP). At farmers’ markets, I facilitated nutrition education sessions, extending resources on nutrition and healthy cooking to local communities. Additionally, I organized a Food Security Coalition meeting, fostering dialogue among regional stakeholders on enhancing food access and security.

Geneva, Ny

Supported food entrepreneur clients through the Scheduled Process review procedure, offering guidance on food product formulation and providing food safety education. I tested over 1,501 food samples in the laboratory, ensuring accurate evaluation and meticulous record-keeping. Furthermore, I handled invoice distribution and adjustments, contributing to smooth financial operations. Collaborating with the CFVC team, I facilitated client requests, trained new personnel, and maintained the FilemakerPro database, processing over 2,000 client requests.

Conducted a literature review on the impacts of home cooking on childhood nutrition, which culminated in the design and creation of a family cookbook, "Cooking Together", for the MSFS capstone project. I designed a hypothetical community space in Geneva, NY, considering ecological and social factors. Explored food access in Geneva through experiential learning, assessing transportation challenges. Gained leadership insights, operational strategy approaches, and authored theoretical policy briefs.

Geneva, Ny

Designed and executed the pastry and appetizer menu for the resort’s breakfast, lunch, and dinner services, as well as special events, totaling approximately 30 weddings and gatherings. In addition to preparing desserts for service, I worked service as Chef Garde Manger and Lead Weekday Breakfast Cook. I innovatively integrated local flavors and creative techniques and contributed 15 new recipes to the restaurant’s repertoire, elevating its culinary offerings. I also was instrumental in training four Chef Garde Mangers and three dishwashers, while also establishing storage systems for the pantry items and cookware.

Geneva, Ny

Ensured organization efficiency by developing meeting agendas, facilitating board meetings, and maintaining goal-oriented progress. Managing the membership database, I drove recruitment efforts, evaluated member satisfaction, and fostered community engagement through networking events. Furthermore, I provided event support for the organization’s primary fundraising event, the Annual Harvest Dinner. In addition to managing the event, I also participated in donation procurement, event promotion, design of the menu, and post-event correspondence. For the marketing efforts of the organization, I created an Instagram account for FLCB and subsequently managed the social media presence, in addition to writing article features for The Finger Lakes Woman magazine.

As a part of a three person team, we traveled to Virginia, Maryland, Pennsylvania, and New York to contract plant vineyards for over 30 vineyard owners / wineries. The team planted over 175 acres of 30 different grape varieties. We worked in a small team, traveling constantly, dealing with uncertain environmental and situational conditions, under a tight timeline. The role required effective team communication and problem solving, client relations, precision, manual labor, flexibility, and eye for detail.

Ovid, New York, United States

With a strong focus on customer engagement and sales, I conducted tastings and contributed to product sales for 50-100 visitors daily during the peak season. Additionally, I utilized multimedia skills to produce a promotional video for the winery which was showcased in the tasting room. Over five years, I contributed to bottling vintages and operating tractors during harvest.

Phelps, New York, United States

Expanded expertise encompassing approximately 20 plant diseases and identification methodologies. Proficiently managed setup and maintenance of around 10 field trials, utilizing tractor operations for tasks like planting and mowing. Collected and meticulously recorded units of observation for plant diseases and insect damage across trials, demonstrating meticulous data management, confidentiality, and professionalism.

Ithaca, New York, United States

Conducted comprehensive fieldwork, encompassing plot setup, biomass sampling, and growth analyses, while also executing lab tasks including sample processing for research projects on alternative drought tolerant forage crops and crop row interseeded cover crops. Additionally, I documented research progress through 200+ photographs, curated media content, developed a lab website, and contributed articles from interviews I conducted with farmers regarding on-farm field trials.

Penn Yan, New York, United States

Proficiently arranged and managed meetings with Finger Lakes vineyard owners, to collaboratively map vineyard blocks utilizing ArcGIS. I produced 50 detailed maps which provided data on the number of acres in Concord and Niagara production. The maps were then utilized by CCE, vineyard owners, and Welch's Grape Company.

Auburn, New York, United States

Utilized GPS to assess Owasco Lake tributaries under the Watershed Inspector Program, translating data into ArcGIS. Conducted 100+ Boater Surveys, educating on water quality and best practices. Mapped storm drains and water flow in Locke and Moravia, NY, monitored water quality during storms, and inspected sites for erosion control compliance and proper waste disposal.

Master Of Science - Ms, Sustainable Food Systems

Bachelor Of Science - Bs, Environmental Science