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Leavenworth, KS, US

Building the ecosystem for a vibrant circular economy in Kansas City. Achieving this by creating a vision of what the region can gain by adopting a regenerative, climate-smart model that keeps products and their materials perpetually in play – economic development, job growth, and a competitive edge. Cultivated and lead a community of government officials.

Consultancy that generates health, wealth and harmony for communities in the Heartland of America. Help clients to spur placed-based, economic growth in ways that value people and the world around us. Additionally, created Opportunity Abounds! – a monthly session at the Keystone Innovation District. The session focuses on the biggest social and.

San Francisco, California, US

Led a collaborative, peer-to-peer network that equipped global brands to use environmental and social innovation to build new business value, increase brand affinity, and drive good growth. Was responsible for P&L and managing a smart, nimble, and passionate team dedicated to member success. Doubled membership size and expanded revenue through new service.

Sebastopol, CA, US

Write e-books that help businesses and consumers to navigate the Internet of Things (IoT) and find smart solutions for operating and living more sustainably.

San Francisco, CA, US

Provided connections, insights and strategic advice to StartupNectar, an incubator and accelerator that enables early-stage, biomimicry-based ventures to access resources and gain traction in the marketplace.

Overland Park, Kansas, US

Director, Environmental Initiatives: Drove initiatives at Sprint that helped reduce environmental impact while enhancing the company’s reputation and bottom line. Achieved this by advising operational working teams at Sprint focused on areas such as device recycling, sustainable packaging, waste reduction, water conservation, responsible procurement, and.

La Cygne, KS, US

Served with a phenomenal team of board members and staff dedicated to developing youth in Kansas City, especially those "at-risk" in the urban core. Excited about the innovative program strategies we built to ensure Wildwood's long-term financial success and the continuation its work – engaging kids through nature to ignite their personal passion and.

Responsible for acquiring new accounts for this multimedia design firm. D3 specialized in helping clients to market new technologies and launch online ventures. In two years with the firm, helped D3 to nearly double in size and to reach an unprecedented level of sales. Added premiere clients to the roster including General Electric, Sprint, and DST.

Lawrence, KS, US

Hired by KU and the Heart of America Family Focus Center to consult with individuals who were running or seeking to start a microenterprise (e.g., child care, delivery service, catering, etc.). These were entrepreneurs with small-scale operations who could benefit from seed money or funding in the form of a modest, no-interest business loan. My services.

Overland Park, KS, US

Responsible for marketing, advertising and selling the firm’s training and consulting services. Duties included working closely with President and CEO to develop and execute strategy. Instrumental in acquiring several high-profile accounts. Also, helped Tercon to launch a new products division. Evaluated market feasibility, researched pricing strategies.

US

Sprint: Responsible for managing, analyzing and relaying customer data cultivated by direct marketing. Primary goal for this business-to-business account was to develop sales leads for the client’s new products: FONMAGICSM (which added an interactive dimension to promotions) and SprintFAXSM (which provided “broadcast fax” and “fax on demand”.

Masters Of Business Administration, International Business

Bachelor Of Science, Mass Communications & Business