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In June ULI Colorado started the 7th session of the successful Real Estate Diversity Initiative (REDI). There are 33 students working to develop redevelopment plans for the Globeville Community Center in north Denver. They will make presentations on their plans for the building and subsequent site in November. To date more than 200 minority students and women have attended our programs. Over the years REDI has increased its sponsorship dollars to more than $19,000 this year. Thanks to all of… Show more In June ULI Colorado started the 7th session of the successful Real Estate Diversity Initiative (REDI). There are 33 students working to develop redevelopment plans for the Globeville Community Center in north Denver. They will make presentations on their plans for the building and subsequent site in November. To date more than 200 minority students and women have attended our programs. Over the years REDI has increased its sponsorship dollars to more than $19,000 this year. Thanks to all of our mentors, architects, guest speakers and students the program continues to offer outstanding lessons in real estate and development! Show less

Established a full service consulting practice offering comprehensive community outreach, strategic planning, facilitation and writing services in the economic development, nonprofit and transportation industries. Led visioning, strategic planning and development of strategies for a new Local Coordinating Council in Adams County, involving human services transportation providers, nonprofit organizations, senior centers, workforce, community development and veteran’s’ affairs… Show more Established a full service consulting practice offering comprehensive community outreach, strategic planning, facilitation and writing services in the economic development, nonprofit and transportation industries. Led visioning, strategic planning and development of strategies for a new Local Coordinating Council in Adams County, involving human services transportation providers, nonprofit organizations, senior centers, workforce, community development and veteran’s’ affairs departments. Provided leadership in developing the Real Estate Diversity Initiative (RED), a public/private partnership between ULI Colorado and the Denver Mayor Michael Hancock’s office, designed to boost minorities and women in their quest for more understanding of the real estate development process. The program is a national model for ULI. Show less

Created, managed and evaluated economic development initiatives responsible for attracting new businesses, promoting downtown amenities and problem-solving for groups and businesses, resulting in a clean, safe and vibrant downtown Denver. Formulated strategic initiatives, imparted vision and led the economic development department staff in accomplishing department and organizational goals. Managed annual budgets totaling more than $500,000, including funding from public and private… Show more Created, managed and evaluated economic development initiatives responsible for attracting new businesses, promoting downtown amenities and problem-solving for groups and businesses, resulting in a clean, safe and vibrant downtown Denver. Formulated strategic initiatives, imparted vision and led the economic development department staff in accomplishing department and organizational goals. Managed annual budgets totaling more than $500,000, including funding from public and private sources. Achievements:Implemented economic development initiatives and marketing programs to increase jobs in Downtown Denver to 116,000 employees and decrease office vacancy rates to below five percent in 2000.Secured nearly $2 million in funding for various downtown projects at the Downtown Denver PartnershipSpearheaded downtown business involvement in master planning Denver Union Station to become the crown jewel of the FasTracks initiative.Secured downtown contributions and support for the development of a $370 million Downtown Justice Center.Influenced the successful renewal of the Downtown Business Improvement District with more than 75 percent approval by property owners and an increase in the annual budget from $2.5 to $4 million.Analyzed and reorganized economic development department staff to respond to department needs. Launched Internet-based market information via the Partnership web site. Show less

Implemented a new Transportation Management Association (TMA), a public/private partnership that worked, in response to mutual concerns, to reduce congestion, enhance air quality and solve downtown parking issues. Achievements:Steered downtown fundraising and educational events for two successful voter campaigns including Metro Moves (I-25 corridor light rail) and FasTracks.Cultivated strong relationships with officials and staff at the City and County of Denver, the Denver… Show more Implemented a new Transportation Management Association (TMA), a public/private partnership that worked, in response to mutual concerns, to reduce congestion, enhance air quality and solve downtown parking issues. Achievements:Steered downtown fundraising and educational events for two successful voter campaigns including Metro Moves (I-25 corridor light rail) and FasTracks.Cultivated strong relationships with officials and staff at the City and County of Denver, the Denver Regional Council of Governments, the Regional Transportation District, private sector leaders and companies to develop a sustainable funding stream for the TMA. The program still exists at the Partnership.Authored numerous public policy positions, executed monthly issue forums for Downtown Denver Partnership, Inc. members, to inform and educate them on current policies and events. Show less

Responsible for development, implementation and administration of a 52-vehicle employee vanpool program. Duties involved budget administration, supervision, human resources and employee relations involvement, record keeping, program promotion and day-to-day operations.

M.A, Organizational Management

B.A, Sociology

A.A, Journalism

Diploma