Continuing the opportunity for young people to develop character and values that only participating in sports can teach.

Provided guidance and supervision of volunteer leadership, lead-agency partners and contract lobbyists to implement objectives to engage elected officials with collaboratively developed advocacy plans.Analyzed legislative landscapes and recommended advocacy action to stakeholders and local leadership. State Alliance/Association ManagementCoordinated “Legislative Events” annually to highlight the mission and host meetings with key legislators.Consulted with over 60 local organizations per year to financially support new programs and sustain current programs funded by state and federal funding sources.

Managed state-wide Workforce Development grant, CACFP/SFSP programs, MN DPS grant, United Way initiatives and BGCA funding.

Assisted President and Campaign Chair with $20M campaign to deepen organization's impact, increase endowment and support capital-improvement projects.

Director of various programs, initiatives, and overall management of youth development facilities. Program outcome measurement, supervision, BGCA National Training Associate, nutrition programs, youth entrepreneurship, career readiness, college prep, post-secondary education scholarships and technology.

Facilitated effective fundraising training for Executive Director and Board of Directors. Launched strategy to secure financial resources for specific programs and partnerships. Successfully awarded foundation grant to support “Rink Rats” program in North Minneapolis.