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Arlington, Virginia, United States

-Lead technology-based economic development projects for city, regional, and state agencies, which include extensive stakeholder engagement, policy research, and analysis of economic and administrative data.-Manage and execute client projects by coordinating meetings, developing visually compelling decks, monitoring timelines and budgets, and translating complex research findings into strategic, actionable reports that inform decision-making and align with client goals.-Oversee… Show more -Lead technology-based economic development projects for city, regional, and state agencies, which include extensive stakeholder engagement, policy research, and analysis of economic and administrative data.-Manage and execute client projects by coordinating meetings, developing visually compelling decks, monitoring timelines and budgets, and translating complex research findings into strategic, actionable reports that inform decision-making and align with client goals.-Oversee the design, administration, and analysis of CISP’s survey and qualitative research activities (e.g., focus groups, interviews). -Design recommendations and conduct feasibility studies for innovation centers/hubs, including organizational strategy, workforce needs, cost-benefit analysis, and economic impact modeling. -Support business development by identifying opportunities, shaping technical strategies, and writing proposals. -Supervise one research analyst: Meet regularly to support their professional development, monitor their performance, and provide guidance on developing strategies for navigating workplace challenges. Show less

Arlington, Virginia, United States

-Designed, deployed, and conducted statistical analysis for three surveys with over 500 respondents.-Designed two federal surveys, included managing expert reviews, facilitating IRB reviews, conducting 20 cognitive interviews, and collaborating with a nationally representative online panel for participant recruitment. -Analyzed economic and workforce data – spanning occupational trends, investment deals, patents, academic completions, and job market insights – to craft… Show more -Designed, deployed, and conducted statistical analysis for three surveys with over 500 respondents.-Designed two federal surveys, included managing expert reviews, facilitating IRB reviews, conducting 20 cognitive interviews, and collaborating with a nationally representative online panel for participant recruitment. -Analyzed economic and workforce data – spanning occupational trends, investment deals, patents, academic completions, and job market insights – to craft innovative industry growth and workforce development strategies.-Led several team trainings in Tableau, Lightcast, Pitchbook, and SurveyMonkey. Show less

Arlington, Virginia, United States

-Helped ideate, design, and quality-assure over 150 figures and tables in Tableau and R for National Science Foundation (NSF) program reports.-Organized and facilitated three NSF virtual workshops by conducting outreach to speakers and participants, facilitating small group discussions during the workshop, and drafting a workshop summary report.-Construct mapped over 200 retirement questions from other nationally representative surveys on retirement and aging and completed a… Show more -Helped ideate, design, and quality-assure over 150 figures and tables in Tableau and R for National Science Foundation (NSF) program reports.-Organized and facilitated three NSF virtual workshops by conducting outreach to speakers and participants, facilitating small group discussions during the workshop, and drafting a workshop summary report.-Construct mapped over 200 retirement questions from other nationally representative surveys on retirement and aging and completed a logic pathways map for a NSF survey that captured the retirement behavior of doctorates. Show less

College Park, Maryland, United States

•Advised 15 students per week on creating their interdisciplinary major and completing their degree •Enhanced program marketing and outreach activities, leading to a 30% student increase•Spearheaded the transition to virtual programming by hosting virtual meetings, events, and workshops

College Park, Maryland, United States

•The purpose of the Emerging Voices Network is to form a consultative, solutions-focused body of young experts on nuclear issues which will develop recommendations to improve nuclear weapons policy making•Member of the Disarmament Working Group and co-authored policy paper demonstrating the compatibility of TPNW and the NPT and the role of NATO umbrella states in advancing the pace of disarmament •Issued recommendations to NATO umbrella states focused on legal arguments for/against TPNW… Show more •The purpose of the Emerging Voices Network is to form a consultative, solutions-focused body of young experts on nuclear issues which will develop recommendations to improve nuclear weapons policy making•Member of the Disarmament Working Group and co-authored policy paper demonstrating the compatibility of TPNW and the NPT and the role of NATO umbrella states in advancing the pace of disarmament •Issued recommendations to NATO umbrella states focused on legal arguments for/against TPNW and NPT integration•Published policy paper: https://basicint.org/contemporary-opportunities-for-the-npt-perspectives-from-the-emerging-voices-network/ Show less

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

•Analyzed CCMA’s strategic plans, annual reports, organizational chart, and conducted interviews with 6 members of the organization’s senior leadership and staff to provide recommendations that would maximize CCMA’s productivity and efficiency, enabling the organization to work to close its mission gap

College Park, Maryland, United States

•Explored the history, member relations, and implications of the 2020 NPT Review Conference •Outlined future steps and strategy options for NPT member countries through briefs and policy memos•Presented preliminary findings to 12 CGSR staff members and completed 30-minute Q&A session

College Park, Maryland, United States

•Organized and prepared team facilities for walkthroughs, practices, and games•Assisted the coach of the defensive line position group by setting up and leading drills•Facilitated equipment room operations and projects, such as, game day locker-room setup and equipment sanitation•Provided administrative and office support by meeting with coaches, setting up player meeting rooms, and delivering apparel

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

•Evaluated SMYAL’s annual reports, fundraising strategy documents, marketing materials, and conducted interviews with 6 members of the organization’s senior leadership team and staff to deliver recommendations that would strengthen SMYAL’s fundraising operation in both the short and long term.

College Park, Maryland, United States

•Coordinated all programming and communications between the executive board, members, and guest speakers •Analyzed fraternity policies and events in weekly meetings to bring positive change and resolve any issues

College Park, Maryland, United States

•Managed all chapter funds, created a semester budget, and directed collection of dues and disbursement of refunds•Supervised financial chair to help plan five fundraisers and two formal events

College Park, Maryland, United States

•Assisted thirty students one-on-one with writing assignments and class presentations •Prepared and presented lectures, assisted Professor Earnest during class, and graded several assignments•Strengthened writing and editing skills by reviewing over thirty personal statements and fifteen legal memos

College Park, Maryland, United States

•Led weekly office hours that covered theories of game theory, voting behavior, and negotiating•Assisted forty students with homework, assignments, and exam preparation during office hours and email•Mastered course material through independent study with Professor Swistak

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

•Investigated the best practices of government’s internal control that culminated in a 30-minute presentation to 6 members of IDB staff and UMD faculty •Analyzed monitoring in Finland’s Advisory Board for Internal Control and Australian Government’s School Funding

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

•Created 25 simulated exercise social media postings for different emergency scenarios•Drafted 5 exercise documents in support of two table-top exercises and one functional exercise•Evaluated 50 corrective action/after-action reports to increase the capability and effectiveness of contingency plans

Camden, New Jersey, United States

•Represented Senator Booker when communicating with the public via phone calls, e-mails, and office visits•Organized incoming mail daily and entered constituent opinions and correspondence into the office database•Streamlined 10 constituent cases on issues relating to Veterans Affairs, Social Security, and Medicaid/Medicare

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

•Coordinated the FTC New Employee Orientation Video Project, scheduling 30 staff to record department segments•Analyzed FTC demographic and pay scale datasets to draw insights related to diversity and inclusion •Suggested improvements to the FTC intranet website and three human resources policies

Camden, New Jersey, United States

•Provided administrative and office support by attending meetings with company leaders, coordinating with staff members, and organizing employee files•Researched and compiled trademark data using Microsoft Excel•Analyzed and filled out client contracts•Executed an audit of approximately 100 client sale receipts

Master'S Degree, Public Policy, 3.96

Earned my Master of Public Policy with a concentration in International Security and Economic Policy

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, Government And Politics And Economics, 3.97

Activities and Societies: Completed the First-Year Innovation and Research Experience and Global Fellows Programs

Graduate Certificate In Survey Research, 4.0

Coursework included principles and methods of mixed-mode survey design, sampling design, attitude formation, and qualitative research.

High School Diploma

Activities and Societies: Cum Laude Society, Varsity Football