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Administer key state and federal initiatives, playing a significant role in advancing the agency's overall mission including overseeing a budget of more than $430 million. Programs include the Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program and IOWAccess Program. Validate and process all reimbursement claims, collaborating with business and financial personnel to ensure accurate documentation. Utilize the Iowa Grants system to streamline the claims process while actively engaging with claimants to guarantee compliance with documentation requirements. Uphold rigorous standards of oversight and establish objectives for enhancing efficiency. Lead the development and dissemination of Notices of Funding Availability, chair evaluation and review committees, facilitate the creation of notices of decision regarding mapping designations, and coordinate all program-related activities as necessary.

Des Moines, Ia

Modeled the corporate values of respect, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and stewardship in all interactions with clients and team members. Drove innovation by leading teams in identifying out-of-the-box solutions to sophisticated issues. Supported diversity and inclusion; highly skilled in nurturing an environment which understands individuality, promotes authenticity, and values varied perspectives when seeking solutions.

Ankeny, Iowa, United States

Served as Public Information Officer; highly skilled in managing media requests, communications, and press releases within a fast-paced, high-profile environment. Generated stability by providing leadership, guidance, and expertise to internal and external stakeholders on the division’s policies and procedures, Iowa’s alcohol laws, and data relating to the alcohol beverage marketplace. Represented Iowa on the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association’s Education Committee. Awarded Best Stakeholder Outreach Award at the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association Administrators’ Conference.

Ankeny, Ia

Led the Education and Outreach Unit while overseeing legal research and interpretations, educational programs, grant programs, communication efforts, and publications to over 15K stakeholders. Managed a variety of successful statewide programs; developed and coordinated all aspects from initiation to evaluation including a mobile application and compliance / research initiatives. Awarded Best Education Program at the National Alcohol Beverage Control Association Administrators’ Conference.

Ankeny, Iowa, United States

Implemented new technology designed to improve workflow and streamline processes within a rapidly evolving landscape. Analyzed and interpreted Iowa laws and rules to ensure stakeholder compliance. Achieved record number of user certifications through the Iowa Program for Alcohol Compliance Training.

Des Moines, Ia

Created environment for sustained student success by educating and preparing graduate students to become leaders in the field of sports management. Developed comprehensive curricula through use of scholarly research to help students understand and apply communication theories and strategies. Motivated graduate students to establish and achieve educational and career goals by providing engaging coursework and meaningful experiences.

Indianola, Ia

Shaped a productive educational environment by instructing undergraduate students to achieve educational objectives. Administered marketing, advertising, organizational, and budgeting plans for the Athletics Department. Achieved a record for donations throughout the Rally to Stop Hunger Food Drive.

Portland, Or

Waterloo, Ia

Master Of Science (M.S.), Sports Management

NCAA Compliance Emphasis | Graduated with Honors | President’s List | Dean’s List | 3.9 GPA

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), Physical Education

Activities and Societies: Member of the UNI Athletics Hall of FameSports Psychology Emphasis | Coaching Minor | Member of UNI Athletics.

Certified Public Manager

Compliance Internship