Event tourism and coordination professional with an educational background in anthropology, sociology, tourism, and event / hospitality management.Focused skill sets on managing multiple projects at once, time-sensitive projects, and large scale event and program coordination. Experience managing projects and coordinating events spans over two and a half years with multiple additional years’ experience in an academic environment.I have assisted in social media usage research and sampling techniques; student retention analysis, tourism survey in conjunction with Greece Ministry of Tourism; participated in development of graduate student handbook; and I have researched and wrote a refereed journal article as an advocate for quality of life and transportation issue awareness in greater Indianapolis.Anthropological studies focused on cultural preservation and understanding. Participated in archaeological surveys and excavations in the state of Indiana and catalogued artifacts for storage, preservation and presentation at Ball State University.I have a keen interest in culture and the development of resources aimed at providing cultural development and sustainability. Furthermore, I have a particular interest in quality of life and transportation and infrastructure.