I provide project management support for a variety of projects including comprehensive neighborhood planning efforts, issue-based research projects and the implementation of placed-based initiatives. I manage the collection and input of qualitative and quantitative data using various research methods including surveying, one-on-one interviews, and focus groups. Complete data analysis and reporting. I lead ongoing capacity building and technical assistance support of resident led initiatives in the communities surrounding Xavier University, specifically in Evanston and Norwood, through partnership development, resource alignment and ongoing community engagement. I supported the start-up and implementation of a fourteen-week small business training program (StartME) in 2016 in partnership with the Williams College of Business and other local partners. Currently manage entrepreneur recruitment, support weekly program facilitation, and provide one-on-one mentorship support to the entrepreneurs which has led to the successful completion of four cohorts with over 40 graduates.I support the planning and implementation of various trainings and events hosted by the Community Building Institute and our partners.

I completed a full-time AmeriCorps apprenticeship with the Community Building Institute, and participated in weekly skills training and leadership-development seminars with Public Allies to expand personal and professional skills.

I assisted the Evanston Community Council in building the capacity of the Evanston Employment Resource Center to engage new clients and strengthen partnerships to increase education and employment resources available to residents. Provided technical assistance to the Evanston Community Council, supporting 5 resident led committees and serving as Interim Recording Secretary. I supported resource alignment, recruited outside partners, and engaged resident volunteers to implement resident-led projects focused on housing development, increased employment, food access and active living. This included managing reporting and outcomes for a $15,000 annual grant.

I assisted the Annual Fund with maintaining relationships with students, faculty, staff and alumni, exhibiting exceptional customer service and phone etiquette. I maintained donor files, assisted staff with coordinating and completing alumni mailings, and recorded donor data within Banner database.

I worked as a concession Area Lead for SSA from 2009-2012. I was promoted to Assistant Operations Manager in Summer 2012 based on managerial skills, demonstrated leadership skills, and organizational skills. I supervised daily park concessions business operations, coordinated scheduling for 50-75 employees, communicated with the Zoo client to maintain relationship.