- Streamlined financial reporting processes for 3 grants, improving communication and collaboration with another state agency, resulting in reduced time to payment to Nevada Department of Education (NDE).- Led the creation of a cross-functional SmartSheet action item tracker for the Pupil Centered Funding Plan (PCFP), improving collaboration and communication among staff and board members, leading to a 30% increase in project completion rate.- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop a comprehensive Request for Proposal for a next generation financial and programmatic grant tracking tool with the objective of strengthened funding opportunities and continued organizational growth.

- Utilized federal reporting websites and spreadsheets to compile and report data on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) and Food and Nutrition grants, ensuring compliance and transparency.- Supported 10 grants and 25 subgrantees by approving, reviewing, and tracking subawards, budgets, risk analyses, reimbursement requests, and grant reconciliations, resulting in improved accountability and transparency in grant management.

- Responsible for the fiscal oversight of $7.3 million each federal fiscal year ensuring compliance with applicable federal and State regulations, accurate grant reconciliations and timely subgrantee payments.- Increased internal and external stakeholder engagement, resulting in improved compliance and operational efficiency for Grants Management Unit.- Provided grants management system support: Developed and maintained mastery of the Online Grants Management System. Provide support to internal and external Grant Management System users.Managed cross-functional teams to develop department-wide requests for proposals (RFPs), culminating in the successful implementation of a next-generation programmatic grant management system, change management, a comprehensive financial management system, and a financial grant tracking system.- Oversaw budget accounts for several projects, totaling over $5 million, ensuring efficient allocation of resources and delivering projects on schedule.- Led project management efforts to track development and budget allocations for legacy and next generation grant management systems, resulting in significant cost savings while fostering cross-functional collaboration and stakeholder engagement, ensuring successful implementation.

- Created presentations for bill introductions to legislative committee meetings, propelling successful legislative initiatives to committee, Assembly & Senate passage.- Managed the tracking of numerous bills through the legislative process, ensuring accurate and timely updates to legislators, legislative committees, lobbyists and other stakeholders.- Solicited and evaluated pertinent federal and state program reports, supplying legislators with clear, insightful analyses, facilitating informed decision-making.- Enhanced constituent communication by coordinating and tracking correspondence, leading to a 3-day response time and increased satisfaction.- Reinvigorqated Assemblyman's monthly newsletter, while coaching two interns on the process.

Provided strategic and tactical assistance to help technology and entertainment businesses grow sales, attract web traffic and launch new products. - For Benson and Bingham and 24hourticketpower.com, drove total 18% increase in web traffic for two websites by devising/executing content marketing strategy.- Product-managed the design, development and launch of an innovative mobile music discovery application, Backstage Pass- Developed traditional and new media marketing, PR and media plans for 6 US team franchises ahead of the first global televised world gaming final of the Championship Gaming Series- Key contributor to professional-services pitches for top-tier wireless carriers and mass-market entertainment brands- Developed celebrity focused Kickstarter campaign for Summer 2015 edutainment mobile-game release.- Producer and project manager for 5 on-time and on-budget website launches for top-tier PC hardware manufacturer and their domestic and international OEM and retail clients

- Recruited to lead junior marketing team that had been without leadership for some time. Assumed full responsibility for the marketing of 5 restaurant brands including the family entertainment business, GameWorks. Challenged to overhaul all aspects of branding and marketing in order to drive sales growth. - Spearheaded the creation of a new loyalty program that has delivered an 84% ROI in just 6 months and attracted 10,000 members to date. Currently overseeing development of iPhone and Android app.- Revamped all marketing collateral, including websites, in-venue images and video, and all print materials (advertising, menus, event collateral etc.) replacing inconsistent messaging with unified branding.- Led development of TV ad that drove a sales gain of 40% over target and 18% over the prior year.- Revitalized problematic gift card program by hiring new gift card vendor and working through prior issues; now preparing for sale of gift cards by retailers such as Safeway and Kroeger.

- Initially took career sabbatical to volunteer on the Obama presidential campaign. Subsequently prepared win total forecasts and contracted for Assembly, Senate, City Council and County Commission campaigns from 2010 through 2012.- Implemented strategic tactics in 3 new campaigns, contributing to a 27% rise in targeted voter contact and awareness. Enhanced each candidates' visibility throughout the Reno, NV area- Managed 8 paid phone bank and 6 paid canvassing staff and hundreds of volunteers, resulting in a 78% increase in voter contact, conversion, and intent to vote, resulting in 2 out of 3 winning campaigns.

- Implemented a tracking system for constituent correspondence, resulting in a decrease in response times and improved constituent satisfaction. - Prepared presentation materials for bill hearings and constituent outreach, ensuring smooth and efficient bill presentations. - Organized and tracked hundreds of appointments with state and local agencies, elected officials, and lobbyists, streamlining operations and enhancing communication.

- Implemented strategic tactics in 3 new campaigns, contributing to a 27% rise in targeted voter contact and awareness. Enhanced each candidates' visibility throughout the Reno, NV area.- Managed 8 paid phone bank and 6 paid canvassing staff and hundreds of vol.unteers resulting in a 78% increase in voter contact, conversion, and intent to vote, resulting in 2 out of 3 winning campaigns.

- Analyzed anticipated mid-term election turnout to identify 5 key demographic groups, leading to a 15% increase in voter engagement and a successful campaign outcome.- Managed a volunteer team that achieved a 400% targeted voter contact rate for the general election and 200% for the primary. Strengthened campaign presence and voter outreach.

- Integrated with apprenticeship programs, community colleges and government entities to develop certification programs in renewable energy installation.- Led development of grant applications and their corresponding budgets. - Led development of the e-Resource Center, a comprehensive online destination for renewable energy instruction.

Led successful recruitment and training efforts for hundreds of volunteers, leading to a 34% attendance boost in canvas launches and phone banks, ultimately securing victory in Republican-leaning Assembly District 25 in Reno, NV with 17,545 votes

- Boosted online ticket sales by 15% through the creation of effective marketing strategies and compelling collateral, contributing to the success of the first international championship.- Enhanced brand recognition by developing individual online promotional and advertising plans for the six US team franchises, resulting in a significant increase in website traffic and television viewers.

- Directed the cross-functional team in the design and optimization of a mobile music discovery application, resulting prominent placement in the Verizon mobile ap store.- Key contributor to professional-services pitches for top-tier wireless carriers and mass-market entertainment brands.

Working with multiple cross-functional teams, created marketing programs in support of the launch of a ground-breaking mobile personalization initiative, a cross-sell enabled mobile video product and multiple mobile game releases- Built a comprehensive marketing campaign for the launch of Tony Hawk’s Mobile Dissent, the first ever mobile action-sports superstore, which enables users to quickly personalize their phone with the entirety of the action-sports lifestyle- Pitched North-American mobile carriers on marketing campaigns for Take 5, a streaming mobile-video service that cross-sells ringtones, graphics and games from the videos users watch- Created comprehensive product marketing plans for the entire slate of Infospace’s upcoming game launches including mobile versions of Tomb Raider, Super Slyder, Marble Galaxy, Cubis 2 and more- Created pitch materials to all US carriers, CBS and Tony Hawk Industries

Oversee product positioning and competitive intelligence for numerous titles. Accountabilities include title-specific product packaging and websites, and evangelizing products to PR and sales. Worked closely with game producers, sales, PR and regional marketing groups.- Played key role in the development of new processes for the Title Marketing team, including marketing planning methodologies. Revamped existing processes to increase the department’s effectiveness.- Revitalized the morale of the team by helping them understand the importance of their work. - Selected to oversee critical negotiations with the US & European PGA Tour; re-started the stalled negotiations by building strong relationships, setting clear goals and keeping everyone on track.- Created a comprehensive marketing plans for Elder Scrolls Travels: Shadowkey, Pocket Kingdom, Mile High Pinball and other unannounced titles.

Accountable for the successful launch of multiple titles concurrently, including product positioning, marketing plans, packaging and ad campaigns. Report to Marketing Director and work closely with sales, PR and product development. Created successful guerilla marketing campaigns utilizing e-mail blasts and message boards.- Launched 10 titles in five months - all on time and within budget despite extremely tight deadlines. Company sold all titles into key accounts despite competition for shelf space.- Inherited one title which had no clear positioning and was only four weeks from release. Determined positioning, designed packaging, developed marketing campaign and released the title on time. - Successfully met tight deadline to release, Fugitive Hunter, by Thanksgiving weekend in line with corporate directive. Turned around all packaging and advertising within one month. - Developed template for integrated marketing plans which was adopted for use on other products.

Promoted to sports position after success as Entertainment Product Manager. Worked as key member of the team assigned to make changes to the company's licensed hockey game, NHL Hitz. Contributed to new feature set and led all marketing efforts, including working with PR and sales to integrate activities. - Worked on development of new feature set for NHL Hitz 20-04 (PS2, Xbox, GCN, GBA) including conducting focus groups to identify potential opportunities. - Maintained strong relationship and constant communication with NHL and NHL Players Association, gaining permission to retain Hitz's trademark physicality while adding more realism.- Managed Spy Hunter port and successfully advocated for inclusion of original arcade game. This important feature was consistently praised in reviews of the game and contributed to solid sales results. - Achieved strong unit sales for Xbox and GameCube versions of Gauntlet: Dark Legacy through successful positioning in a crowded marketplace.

Hired by VP, Marketing to assist in developing a launch and branding strategy for innovative new technology funded by Eriksson. Analyzed hardware sales trends and developed revenue forecast which was used as basis for business model and purchasing plan.- Screened agencies for product name and web site development and collaborated with Weiden and Kennedy on development of corporate branding strategy.- Examined domestic and international software sales trends to evaluate video game genres, licenses, and potential third-party title acquisitions

Reported to GM and Director of Marketing. Created sales forecasts and managed the launch of 19 SKUs in two years. Developed packaging, print and TV advertising, launch plans, sales and trade materials.- Managed the release of Disney Dinosaur to tie in with movie launch. At the time, Game Boy Color version was company’s fastest, best-selling title ever. Resolved complex Nintendo issues to make the release date. - Product-managed Speed Devils which became a top-ten Dreamcast title.