Experienced public affairs leader who demonstrates administrative excellence in the areas of intergovernmental relations, communications, diversity initiatives and community outreach. Resourceful change agent with an established record of executing external outreach strategies that support thriving organizations. Skilled legislative affairs advocate with over ten years of federal, state and local government proficiency. Adept at policy analysis, research, forging relationships and negotiating legislative provisionsthat advance the interests of an organization. Highly successful with utilizing professional expertise to engage elected and appointed officials, governing boards, commissions and indigenous community leaders. Effective leadership, management, communication, collaboration, negotiation and facilitation skills.