Researched and developed an inventory of agricultural innovation and irrigation efficiency activities in California. Created a philanthropic investment strategy to assist in expediting the adoption of efficient irrigation technology. Sought commentary and input from influential members of the irrigation and agricultural communities.

Promoted efficient irrigation technologies and water management principles before legislative, regulatory and stakeholder audiences. Guided association policy on issues impacting agricultural irrigation including but not limited to the 2008 Farm Bill, water quality, sustainability and water infrastructure. Created and maintained partnerships with production agricultural organizations and government entities in order to further the association’s mission. Developed and coordinated agricultural… Show more Promoted efficient irrigation technologies and water management principles before legislative, regulatory and stakeholder audiences. Guided association policy on issues impacting agricultural irrigation including but not limited to the 2008 Farm Bill, water quality, sustainability and water infrastructure. Created and maintained partnerships with production agricultural organizations and government entities in order to further the association’s mission. Developed and coordinated agricultural programming for association’s annual trade show and legislative conference. Represented the association at external conferences and trade shows. Show less

Advocated on behalf of the California and Arizona specialty crop industries before the California State Legislature and regulatory bodies on a wide variety of issues including but not limited to water, nutrition, environmental justice, food safety, freeze relief and crop protection. Served as a member of relevant stakeholder committees and coalitions in order to develop strategic partnerships with non-industry entities. Facilitated association’s water advisory committee and assisted with… Show more Advocated on behalf of the California and Arizona specialty crop industries before the California State Legislature and regulatory bodies on a wide variety of issues including but not limited to water, nutrition, environmental justice, food safety, freeze relief and crop protection. Served as a member of relevant stakeholder committees and coalitions in order to develop strategic partnerships with non-industry entities. Facilitated association’s water advisory committee and assisted with coordination and staffing of annual, leadership and board meetings and workshops. Authored Government Affairs Advisor columns for the association’s publication Western Grower & Shipper. Show less

Advocated on behalf of the California and Arizona specialty crop industries before the California State Legislature and regulatory bodies on a wide variety of issues including but not limited to water, nutrition, environmental justice, food safety, freeze relief and crop protection. Served as a member of relevant stakeholder committees and coalitions in order to develop strategic partnerships with non-industry entities. Facilitated association’s water advisory committee and assisted with… Show more Advocated on behalf of the California and Arizona specialty crop industries before the California State Legislature and regulatory bodies on a wide variety of issues including but not limited to water, nutrition, environmental justice, food safety, freeze relief and crop protection. Served as a member of relevant stakeholder committees and coalitions in order to develop strategic partnerships with non-industry entities. Facilitated association’s water advisory committee and assisted with coordination and staffing of annual, leadership and board meetings and workshops. Authored Government Affairs Advisor columns for the association’s publication Western Grower & Shipper. Show less

Conducted market research for product development, established and preserved relationships with potential vendors via email and telephone, facilitated contract negotiations with outside vendors, prepared and distributed weekly operations and staff reports, coordinated meetings and travel arrangements, and provided other executive assistance as needed.