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Independent consultant with experience in association management, local government, public relations, training and organization development. Former deputy executive director of the National League of Cities, the largest advocacy and education association for municipalities in the United States.Seasoned association executive with experience in public policy development, local government operations, conference management, financial management, human resources, communications, media relations, and issue managementExperienced group process/organization development facilitator including developing strategic plans/visions and mission statements.Former newspaper reporter covering local government with the ability to write quickly, clearly, and simply about complex issues. Author of a recent publication for the National League of Cities and International City/County Management Association entitled Leading Your Community: A Guide for Local Elected Leaders.Committed to providing supportive, affordable consulting services to local governments and associations to improve their operations and help solve management problems/challenges.Recent clients include the National League of Cities, Municipal Association of South Carolina, New Hampshire Local Government Center, City of Rock Hill, South Carolina, American Association of State Highway and Transportation Officials, Institute for Building Technology and Safety, Urban Libraries Council, and Center for State and Local Government Excellence.Specialties: Management analysis, group facilitation, effective communications, strategy planning, organizational analysis, and training for local elected officials. Special expertise in converting complex research reports into consumable and market-ready products.Recent publications include Rough Roads Ahead and Smart Solutions: 50 Ways America Just Got Better, both for AASHTO and Partners for the Future: Public Libraries and Local Governments Creating Sustainable Communities for ULC

Listed skills include Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Government, Strategic Communications, and 4 others.