I am excited to lead the full-service Grants Division at BKF, one of the premier West Coast civil engineering firms with 17 West Coast offices. With a team of highly skilled grant professionals, technical writers and subject matter experts, we can provide a winning edge when it comes to securing grant funding for a wide range of sectors including infrastructure, housing, transportation, water, public safety, social services, sustainability, hazard mitigation, public safety and more.As local governments are being squeezed by higher operating and project costs, budget shortfalls, unfunded mandates and stagnant tax revenues, many more are relying on grants to complete important projects and support needed programs. However, in the highly complex and competitive world of resource development and grant funding, many do not have the bandwidth, or the expertise needed to develop competitive and winning proposals on a consistent basis. With over $250 million in grant funding for cities, counties and nonprofits, BKF provides that winning edge with expert proposal development and tactical support during every aspect of the grant life cycle, from research to funding and beyond.

Responsibilities:~Represent and advocate for the interests, needs, and concerns of Nevada City residents.~Collaborate with fellow council members, city staff, and stakeholders to develop and implement city policies, regulations, and programs.~Review and approve city budgets, ensuring fiscal responsibility and the effective allocation of resources for community needs.~Attend regular council meetings, workshops, and public hearings to stay informed on local issues and to provide a platform for community engagement.~Work closely with local businesses, organizations, and community groups to promote economic development and community welfare.~Engage in continuous learning about local, state, and national trends affecting city governance and urban development.~Collaborate on citywide initiatives and projects aimed at enhancing the quality of life for all residents.About: Serving on the Nevada City City Council has provided me with invaluable insights into local governance, community engagement, and urban planning. I am passionate about ensuring our city remains a vibrant, inclusive, and sustainable place to live, work, and visit. Always open to collaborating on new initiatives that benefit our community.

In March of 2020, I was honored to be elected to the Nevada City Council and was seated in July. In July of 2022 I was anointed to the position of Mayor. My Mayorship ended in July 2023, and I still serve as a member of the Nevada City Council, I pledge my commitment to working together collaboratively for the good of Nevada City.As a member of the City Council, I intend to maintain my focus on the City's most important priorities, keeping an awareness of the world around us, but working diligently on local issues that are most important our amazing community and relevant to the quality of life of our constituents.

MD&M Consulting helps organizations achieve their goals through mission-driven strategic planning, organizational development, and grant writing optimization. Using an integrated approach to strategic planning, grant writing, grant administration, program development, and evaluation, MD&M can help your organization secure, manage and maintain funding from a variety of sources. MD&M is a full-service consultancy, providing a cohesive array of services to cities, counties, school districts, and nonprofits.

Freelance strategic consultant for non-profits, businesses, entrepreneurs. Increase profitability through organizational efficiency, sales and marketing training. Advise on business plan development, corporate formation, funding and growth strategy for non-profits, corporations and start-ups. Skilled at researching, writing and editing RFPs as well as foundation, corporate and government grants. Develop programs tailored to match donor funding profiles and RFP scoring rubrics.

Promoted to newly created position to help increase sales of new Kaplan division's suite of bar review courses and products to top tier law students and associates. Developed strategic alliances with over 800 top firms in order to penetrate market formerly monopolized by main competitor. Leveraged relationships to create unique marketing conduits that increased revenue and market share. Conducted creative, executive level presentations and product demos to introduce courses and new, cutting edge e-learning platform. Developed foreign sales channels with clients and key referral partners in Australia, Asia and Europe.

Directed BD for largest mortgage company in Beverly Hills. Trained and supervised team of 30 loan officers in originating loans, client presentations, lending regulations and business development. Developed innovative new lead sources and strategic alliances based on current market conditions.

Hired as Business Development Manager to develop new business via B2B sales to law firms and attorneys for innovative e-marketing platform. Promoted to Director of Recruiting and Sales Training responsible for recruiting and training national sales force.

Guided small and mid-sized business clients on critical legal and operations issues as well as strategic consulting on creative marketing plans and sales strategy development.