Develop opportunities and activities to foster collaboration among existing, local and regional industries, K-12 schools and technical colleges to meet current and future workforce challenges; work with local and state agencies to enhance the local labor pool; serve as a liaison with existing industry to the community. Work closely with city and county governments and authorities to encourage prospective industries to CHOOSE WALTON initially and for expansions.

Coordinated public relations and marketing efforts at the J.W. Fanning Institute for Leadership Development, a unit of the Office of Public Service and Outreach at the University of Georgia.Responsible for sharing Fanning Institute activities through electronic and print media, developing informational materials highlighting projects and services, and managing social media accounts.

Collaborated with departments and Board of Trustees to create and execute marketing plans. Developed marketing collateral. Developed and implemented strategies for print, online and social media. Coordinated advertising design, ad buys and placement. Supervised third party vendors. Negotiated and maintained print contracts for printing services. Represented the organization to the media, business community and general public. Created and distributed press releases; maintain relationships with media contacts and monitor press coverage. Wrote editorial content and press releases as necessary; draft speeches, essays, and letters of strategic importance on behalf of the Headmaster as directed. Planned and supervised special events and summer camping program.

Consulting company focusing on all aspects of marketing, social media, business writing and project management, including campaign and event management.

Promoted U.S. poultry products both domestically and internationally, developed programs to increase consumption of turkey, duck, chicken and eggs; wrote manual on U.S. eggs, managed grant writing program that resulted in more than $3 million in funds received.

Responsible for daily operations of 475+ member business organization under the direction of a local Board of Directors. During this period, membership doubled and the organization was restructured to involve more volunteers and greater accountability; coordinated efforts responsible for $68,000 in grant money for Olympic Legacy Improvements; responsible for all public relations including development of Quality of Life magazine, county map, Chamber newsletter; and weekly television programming promoting the chamber.

Executive Director, Georgia Chamber of Commerce Executives AssociationCoordinated program representing Chamber of Commerce professionals in Georgia; information contact for Chamber professionals, members and general public; responsible for financial analysis and operations of the Association; facilitated Annual Meeting and Leadership conference.Membership CoordinatorFacilitated annual state-wide membership campaign; served as liaison for statewide client base of 3000+ members; constructed and updated sole Georgia Chamber exhibit; promoted the state chamber at trade shows and events across Georgia; responsible for membership records, financial management of new member accounts, served as staff photographer.

Analyzed and reported on Congressional hearings; researched current legislative issues; planned and executed special events; coordinated firm media and public relations.