Helping Families Thrive with Less ClutterAs the host and creator of Wannabe Clutter Free, I’m passionate about helping families live happier, more fulfilling lives by focusing on what truly matters. Through my weekly podcast, I provide practical guidance and relatable stories that encourage listeners to clear the clutter in their homes—and in their minds—so they can enjoy a life that feels full, purposeful, and peaceful.Key Highlights:- Wannabe Clutter Free ranks in the top… Show more Helping Families Thrive with Less ClutterAs the host and creator of Wannabe Clutter Free, I’m passionate about helping families live happier, more fulfilling lives by focusing on what truly matters. Through my weekly podcast, I provide practical guidance and relatable stories that encourage listeners to clear the clutter in their homes—and in their minds—so they can enjoy a life that feels full, purposeful, and peaceful.Key Highlights:- Wannabe Clutter Free ranks in the top 0.5% of podcasts globally, having reached over 2.2 million listens and growing by 60k+ monthly.- Led and built a loyal audience from the ground up, nurturing cold listeners into dedicated customers through tailored email funnels.- Experienced in using social media, graphic design, video production, audio editing, and branding to connect meaningfully with an audience.- Organized and hosted virtual summits with over 35 speakers and 7,000+ attendees, expanding the community and engagement.- Created, launched, and managed all aspects of the Wannabe Clutter Free website and podcast independently, from WordPress and Squarespace to network-hosted platforms and all-in-one software tools.Why This Matters:Whether you’re looking to declutter or seeking insights on podcasting and brand building, I’m here to help. By sharing a mix of personal stories, actionable tips, and expert insights, my mission is to empower families to reclaim their spaces—and their peace of mind.Let’s connect if you’re interested in simplifying life, growing a podcast or brand, or discussing opportunities to collaborate in the marketing and content creation space! Show less

During our European adventures, I had the opportunity to share authentic travel stories and tips as a family, creating engaging content that inspired others to explore the world with their loved ones. Through 30 Day Locals, we shared experiences across Instagram, blog posts, and videos that offered unique perspectives on family travel.Key Highlights:- Partnered with brands to enhance our storytelling, creating sponsored content that resonated with both our audience and brand… Show more During our European adventures, I had the opportunity to share authentic travel stories and tips as a family, creating engaging content that inspired others to explore the world with their loved ones. Through 30 Day Locals, we shared experiences across Instagram, blog posts, and videos that offered unique perspectives on family travel.Key Highlights:- Partnered with brands to enhance our storytelling, creating sponsored content that resonated with both our audience and brand partners.- Attended travel conferences to connect with industry leaders, gain insights, and stay updated on trends in the travel and content creation space.- Built and nurtured an engaged audience through consistent email marketing and social media strategies that fostered a loyal community.- Collaborated with other travel creators to produce fresh, high-quality content that added depth and variety to our followers’ experiences.Why This Matters:Travel is about connection—both to new places and to each other. Through 30 Day Locals, I had the privilege of helping families envision the joys of travel together, all while developing expertise in digital marketing, content creation, and brand collaboration. Show less

I had the incredible opportunity to launch and manage a new 298-unit luxury high-rise in River North, Chicago’s vibrant downtown.Key Responsibilities:- Led the building opening, working across departments to align the property’s features, branding, and operations with our target audience’s expectations.Collaborated with:- Development & Interior Design Teams: Helped finalize floor plans and model units to create an inviting atmosphere for future residents.- Financial… Show more I had the incredible opportunity to launch and manage a new 298-unit luxury high-rise in River North, Chicago’s vibrant downtown.Key Responsibilities:- Led the building opening, working across departments to align the property’s features, branding, and operations with our target audience’s expectations.Collaborated with:- Development & Interior Design Teams: Helped finalize floor plans and model units to create an inviting atmosphere for future residents.- Financial Team: Set initial rental rates and occupancy goals based on market analysis and projections.- Marketing Team: Supported the creation of the building’s website, brochure, and marketing materials to attract prospective renters.- Leasing Team: Managed property tours and leasing activities to maintain high occupancy and meet leasing goals.- Operations & Maintenance Teams: Established procedures for smooth daily operations, and addressed all maintenance needs.- Construction & City Personnel: Coordinated with the construction team for timely build-out completion and facilitated communication with the City of Chicago for necessary permits and park dedications.- Commercial Tenants & Emergency Services: Processed commercial leases and handled emergency management, including a significant water incident, ensuring tenant safety and quick recovery.Achievements:- Exceeded leasing and occupancy goals, reaching stabilization within 15 months—one of the fastest lease-ups in company history.- Managed a cross-functional team, including leasing, management, maintenance, and door staff, overseeing hiring, training, and team development to maintain an exceptional resident experience.- Developed and managed annual budgets, successfully meeting financial targets through strategic planning and resource allocation.This role honed my skills in cross-departmental collaboration, operations management, and resident engagement, all while delivering high-quality results on an ambitious timeline. Show less

RentMonitor was born out of a desire to make rent collection simpler, more efficient, and landlord and tenant friendly. As an online platform, RentMonitor empowered landlords and property managers to manage rent payments, foster better tenant relationships, and streamline their property operations, all from one easy-to-use solution.Key Highlights:- TechStars Alum: Selected for the prestigious 2010 TechStars Boulder class, where I gained invaluable insights on starting, scaling, and… Show more RentMonitor was born out of a desire to make rent collection simpler, more efficient, and landlord and tenant friendly. As an online platform, RentMonitor empowered landlords and property managers to manage rent payments, foster better tenant relationships, and streamline their property operations, all from one easy-to-use solution.Key Highlights:- TechStars Alum: Selected for the prestigious 2010 TechStars Boulder class, where I gained invaluable insights on starting, scaling, and running a business within a competitive tech landscape.- Business Development & Partnerships: Focused on forming strategic partnerships that enhanced our product’s functionality and improved the overall user experience for our customers.- Customer-Driven Product Development: Regularly engaged with customers to understand their needs, then translated these insights into prioritized development goals, ensuring our tech team delivered solutions that resonated with users.- Social Media & Content Strategy: Developed and executed RentMonitor’s social media strategy, creating content and videos that boosted brand visibility and engaged our audience effectively.- Operational Leadership: Oversaw all facets of business operations, from product development to customer support, while maintaining a strong focus on delivering value and building long-term relationships.Creating and leading RentMonitor taught me the value of blending business vision with customer empathy and operational precision. Show less

At Channel Maven Consulting, I provided strategic digital marketing and channel consulting to empower IT channel organizations—ranging from startups to global tech leaders like Cisco, Citrix, and Xerox—to enhance their digital presence and drive partner engagement.Key Projects:- Go-to-Market Strategy Development: Designed targeted B2B marketing strategies for Fortune 100 clients, transforming technical content into effective campaigns that drove product adoption and expanded market… Show more At Channel Maven Consulting, I provided strategic digital marketing and channel consulting to empower IT channel organizations—ranging from startups to global tech leaders like Cisco, Citrix, and Xerox—to enhance their digital presence and drive partner engagement.Key Projects:- Go-to-Market Strategy Development: Designed targeted B2B marketing strategies for Fortune 100 clients, transforming technical content into effective campaigns that drove product adoption and expanded market share.- Channel Partner Training & Engagement: Spearheaded training initiatives, including one-on-one sessions for Cisco’s channel partners on SEO, social media best practices, website optimization, and content marketing, which strengthened partner capabilities and increased audience reach.- Customizable Campaigns (Campaigns in a Box): Created tailored marketing packages for channel partners, equipping them with event and email marketing assets, presentation materials, and social media content to support their go-to-market efforts.- Content Creation & Simplification: Produced high-quality, accessible content for industry leaders like Xerox and Citrix, distilling complex technical information into engaging articles that enhanced brand presence and customer understanding.- Social Media & Marketing Consulting: Delivered on-the-ground social media consulting at industry expos, providing partners with customized strategies across LinkedIn, Twitter, and SEO, and creating weekly content roadmaps to ensure a consistent digital presence.- Webinar Training for Xerox: Led a four-part live webinar series to teach Xerox’s channel sales teams how to leverage LinkedIn and X (formerly Twitter) for business growth, enhancing product visibility and customer engagement.This role involved close consultation with partners to create insight-driven campaigns that strengthened relationships, aligned cross-functional teams, and optimized the effectiveness of channel strategies. Show less

As Marketing Manager for Magellan Development Group, I led the marketing initiatives for one of downtown Chicago’s top property management firms, overseeing a portfolio of 3,000+ apartment residences and multi-use spaces. My role encompassed all facets of marketing, including print collateral, billboards, print and digital advertising, web design, and social media strategy, all focused on creating a seamless and engaging experience for prospective residents.Key Responsibilities &… Show more As Marketing Manager for Magellan Development Group, I led the marketing initiatives for one of downtown Chicago’s top property management firms, overseeing a portfolio of 3,000+ apartment residences and multi-use spaces. My role encompassed all facets of marketing, including print collateral, billboards, print and digital advertising, web design, and social media strategy, all focused on creating a seamless and engaging experience for prospective residents.Key Responsibilities & Achievements:- Multi-Channel Marketing Coordination: Developed and implemented comprehensive marketing strategies across print, digital, and social channels, helping to position new luxury apartment buildings in Chicago’s highly competitive downtown market.- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Worked closely with architecture, development, and construction teams to support the successful launch of three luxury properties, ensuring alignment across departments for brand consistency and customer experience.- Award-Winning Campaigns: Prepared submissions that earned prestigious awards, including the NAA Paragon Award for Apartment Building of the Year, demonstrating the quality and impact of our projects.- Resident Engagement Initiatives: Created and managed the Resident Rewards program, securing partnerships with local businesses to provide exclusive discounts and elevate resident satisfaction.- Event Management: Organized and executed large-scale events such as building grand openings, a 15k city run, and an annual festival featuring over 100 exhibitors, enhancing community engagement and fostering strong brand loyalty.This role allowed me to blend creative strategy with operational expertise, supporting Magellan’s growth and reputation as a premier property management firm. Show less

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Hogan - Hansen is a full service certified public accounting and consulting firm in northeast Iowa. The firm has grown into an organization of highly trained professionals who serve a wide array of client services in all areas of business and personal financial affairs.My tenure there included assisting and performing annual audits of nonprofit organizations and corporations. During the tax season I also prepared individual and corporate taxes with the use of proprietary computer… Show more Hogan - Hansen is a full service certified public accounting and consulting firm in northeast Iowa. The firm has grown into an organization of highly trained professionals who serve a wide array of client services in all areas of business and personal financial affairs.My tenure there included assisting and performing annual audits of nonprofit organizations and corporations. During the tax season I also prepared individual and corporate taxes with the use of proprietary computer software. Show less