I am an economic development strategist with expertise in business development, marketing, finance, and partner engagement resulting in business expansion, job creation, grant funding, and private development. I leverage resources and build collaborations between the public sector and business community resulting in mutually beneficial programs and initiatives.A leader with a respected reputation in the field of economic development, I deliver knowledge and experience which creates jobs and expands businesses. I have built Grow Ketchikan into an effective, recognized economic development organization. I create innovative, progressive programs that achieve goals. I demonstrate excellent project management skills. I have gained recognition repeatedly for inventive, resourceful problem solving, facilitating solutions, building collaborations, and sound judgment.I build collaborations among government staff, business owners, and other stakeholders resulting in successful economic development programs. I stay aware of emerging trends in the economic development field and thrive when educating and advising others on working through complex issues.»»» EXPERTISE »»»☑ Economic Development☑ Economic Modeling☑ Economic Forecasting☑ Policy Development☑ Business Development☑ Marketing Strategy☑ Program Management☑ Strategic Planning☑ Market Planning☑ Concept Development☑ Business Analysis☑ Project Management☑ Strategic Partnerships☑ Team Leadership