At Vegan Leaders, we are on a mission to improve the conditions for vegans working in corporate environments by empowering our members to create change. We do this through providing content, support, resources, coaching, and a 6 month Corporate Initiatives Program which enables our members to introduce vegan choices to a corporate setting in accessible and appealing ways.

I manage all facets of the Institute. This includes developing a certification exam, candidate requirements, a candidate handbook, and program policies & procedures, all while adhering strictly to the requirements laid out in ANSI/ISO/IEC Standard 17024 in order to ensure the highest quality objective certification. My work also includes any other aspect of running a business, including budgeting, marketing, and client relationships. I recruit industry-leading experts and guide them through… Show more I manage all facets of the Institute. This includes developing a certification exam, candidate requirements, a candidate handbook, and program policies & procedures, all while adhering strictly to the requirements laid out in ANSI/ISO/IEC Standard 17024 in order to ensure the highest quality objective certification. My work also includes any other aspect of running a business, including budgeting, marketing, and client relationships. I recruit industry-leading experts and guide them through collaborative development of the certification scheme. As the sole full-time employee of CRECI, I report directly to our Board of Managers. Show less

Instruct students in tang sudo, jujitsu, and basic self defense.

As Project Editor, Online Editor, Managing Editor, and then eLearning Manager, I managed and oversaw the development of educational programs for adult learners. Programs take the form of semester-length classroom or online instructor-led and self-paced courses, webcasts, and blended learning. I worked with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other outsourced talent. I developed content for both online and print media, which involves creating outlines, finding and hiring subject… Show more As Project Editor, Online Editor, Managing Editor, and then eLearning Manager, I managed and oversaw the development of educational programs for adult learners. Programs take the form of semester-length classroom or online instructor-led and self-paced courses, webcasts, and blended learning. I worked with instructional designers, subject matter experts, and other outsourced talent. I developed content for both online and print media, which involves creating outlines, finding and hiring subject matter experts, negotiating contracts, developing project schedules and budgets, securing reprint permissions, and guiding manuscripts through the writing, reviewing, copy editing, and production stages. Some accomplishments at BOMI in these roles that I'm most proud of are:• I pushed the organization in the direction of online education• I drove an initiative to filter sustainable concepts into the curriculum• I modernized the book production production process• I formalized departmental procedures Show less

As L&D Program Manager (previously Designation Manager), I maintain the quality and currency of 24 college-level courses comprising five industry credentials for the commercial real estate (CRE) industry. These courses include a unique textbook per course in both print and .epub editions, and are delivered as self-study, on-site, and online instructor-led. I identify and recruit top minds in the industry to support content development, and work with an excellent team of instructional designers… Show more As L&D Program Manager (previously Designation Manager), I maintain the quality and currency of 24 college-level courses comprising five industry credentials for the commercial real estate (CRE) industry. These courses include a unique textbook per course in both print and .epub editions, and are delivered as self-study, on-site, and online instructor-led. I identify and recruit top minds in the industry to support content development, and work with an excellent team of instructional designers along with my production staff, These responsibilities require me to possess an instinct for trends in education and in real estate property management. In addition to course development, I manage the copyright registration process. I facilitate partnerships with CRE industry associations, education providers, and vendors for distribution, development, testing, and other services. I work directly with our Continuing Professional Development team to review other industry education programs, measure our own programming against industry standards, and discover opportunities to align our organization with other industry education leaders.Highlights of my work in the positions of L&D Program Manager and Designation Manager include:• Assembling and leading a team of industry all-stars in a comprehensive review of all BOMI education programming• Constructing a mechanism for tracking and prioritizing issues with courses, and implementing course improvements based on feedback• Leading the development of a three-course program to help property managers pursue high-performance, sustainable operations of their facilities• Opening up lines of communication across departments in order to streamline the processing of our competency program and continuing professional development• Winning the 2017 first annual BOMI International chili cook off Show less

My primary responsibility was the preparation of labeling for generic brand pharmaceutical products by creating textual content and design concepts. I maintained knowledge of federal regulations, monographs, guidelines, and standard procedures. I communicated with customers when requests conflicted with regulations, and worked to resolve such conflicts. I edited advertising text and design to ensure compliance with regulations. I initiated new labeling when new regulations mandated updates. I… Show more My primary responsibility was the preparation of labeling for generic brand pharmaceutical products by creating textual content and design concepts. I maintained knowledge of federal regulations, monographs, guidelines, and standard procedures. I communicated with customers when requests conflicted with regulations, and worked to resolve such conflicts. I edited advertising text and design to ensure compliance with regulations. I initiated new labeling when new regulations mandated updates. I helped to implement tighter controls throughout the labeling process to help avoid errors, and I participated in the design of a database that ensured greater quality control. Show less

I oversaw all aspects of the production of PGCC's bi-weekly student newspaper. I assigned articles, coordinated layout, and taught writing and interviewing skills. I wrote editorials and other articles; edited all articles and advertising; wrote news briefs promoting the activities of many on-campus groups; and responded either verbally or in print to letters to the editor. I designed and executed the layout of the newspaper. I developed a budget; solicited bids from printing companies;… Show more I oversaw all aspects of the production of PGCC's bi-weekly student newspaper. I assigned articles, coordinated layout, and taught writing and interviewing skills. I wrote editorials and other articles; edited all articles and advertising; wrote news briefs promoting the activities of many on-campus groups; and responded either verbally or in print to letters to the editor. I designed and executed the layout of the newspaper. I developed a budget; solicited bids from printing companies; coordinated the newspaper's participation in campus fundraising events; and assisted the advertising sales manager in making new contacts. Show less