Drive and support strategic growth initiatives across the agency including sales, marketing, partnerships, ecosystem expansion, product/service expansion, geographic expansion, M&A, etc.

Antenna is an integrated marketing, public relations and digital agency with award-winning specialty practices in cleantech, mobility, energy, real estate, health and emerging tech. Comprehensive capabilities include campaign planning, messaging strategy, creative strategy, media/analyst relations, thought leadership, content development, web development, marketing automation, social media, search optimization, paid advertising, crisis communications, video production, community engagement and public affairs. Learn more at www.antennagroup.com.As part of the senior management team, I am responsible for the agency's growth strategy, which includes business development, marketing, sales, partnerships, events, service expansion and other strategic initiatives, as well as advising our clients' CEOs, CMOs and other senior executives on their marketing and business strategy, fundraising, industry networking and success initiatives. Practice Areas: Energy + UtilitiesSustainability + CSRSmart Life + CitiesMobility + TransitIoT + AI + BlockchainWater + WasteFood + AgLife Sciences + HealthCircular Economy + CarbontechReal Estate + Proptech

The Midwest Solar Expo is an annual solar energy conference that brings together ~1,000 executives and stakeholders from along the solar industry supply chain to advance Midwest markets through premium education, training and networking. Now in its 11th year, the Midwest Solar Expo has solidified itself as the region’s leading B2B solar conference and exhibition. Visit www.midwestsolarexpo.com to learn more.The Midwest Solar Expo also provides event production services and support, working with organizations including SolarWakeup Live! and Renewables UnWind, and a variety of trade associations.

Eco Branding was acquired by Antenna Group in February 2017.Eco Branding is a full-service integrated public relations, marketing and creative agency that partners with innovative clean technology companies and organizations. We represent leading cleantech brands advancing solar, energy storage, smart grid, building efficiency, energy IoT, autonomous mobility and more to tell their story, increase brand and product awareness, enhance reputations, and engage media, customers, analysts, investors and other key audience stakeholders. Eco Branding offers a unique, turnkey marketing partnership that opens doors for clients while allowing them to focus on commercializing or deploying more clean technology into the market. Primary Focus Areas:• Integrated PR, Marketing and Creative Services• Campaign Planning, Message Strategy and Storytelling• Multi-Platform Content Generation• Thought Leadership• Media and Analyst Relations• Awards and Speaking Programs• Event Management, Logistics and Promotion• Branding, Graphic and Website Design

Part-time residential and commercial solar energy consultant. Kenergy Solar:• Turnkey solar project design, permitting, installation, connectivity, and maintenance.• 120+ residential and commercial installations in the MD, DC, and VA area.• Owner-operated

Antenna Group is a strategic public relations agency and dedicated advocate for innovative technology businesses whose products or services contribute to a cleaner, more energy-efficient world. Most of Antenna’s cleantech clients are multinational companies for which Antenna serves as the agency of record, leading strategy and managing outreach via partners worldwide. Experience includes renewable energy of all kinds, energy efficiency, energy storage and finance from utility-scale to residential, waste management, water and food purification. Cleantech as a category embraces modern energy, greentech and technologies for sustainable living.Responsibilities:• Worked on several accounts with clients including two international solar panel manufacturers, a major solar conference with over 25,000 in attendance, an advanced battery manufacturer and a solar enhanced oil recovery (EOR) firm.• Developed targeted media lists, drafted media pitches, and coordinated interviews.• Managed social media channels, monitored competitor media and drafted social media procedural documents.• Drafted speaking abstracts and award nominations.

Interned at the Maryland, District of Columbia, & Virginia chapter of the Solar Energy Industries Association. MDV-SEIA represents the interests of photovoltaic and solar thermal equipment manufacturers, installers, distributors, and component suppliers. Our members design, sell, integrate, install, maintain and finance solar energy equipment for residential, commercial, and institutional customers throughout the region. Among our ranks are the accountants, attorneys, builders, architects, electricians, plumbers, and consultants that support the solar industries.Responsibilities:• Marketing and PR team for 5th annual Solar Energy Focus conference. Developed social media strategy, conducted strategic outreach, and handled vendor management. The 2011 event broke attendance records and was the most profitable Solar Energy Focus to date.• Various business development projects to identify and secure additional funding for organization• Coordinated and designed Solar Flare newsletter• Assisted with member communications and advocacy efforts• Researched a group health insurance program to add to the association membership benefits.

Summers 2010 & 2011Mitchell/Martin Inc. (MMI), is a staffing and solutions firm established in 1984, specializing in the recruitment of Contract and Permanent Information Technology professionals. The company provides staff augmentation, solutions, and permanent placement and payroll services to a wide range of clients.Responsibilities:• Recruited IT professionals for top financial institutions including Bank of America, Dow Jones, JP Morgan, and many others• Researched candidates on multiple platforms including JobDiva and LinkedIn• Communicated, screened, and negotiated with candidates daily• Intensive social networking and advertising on LinkedIn, CareerBuilder, Dice, Ladders, CraigsList, etc• Assisted on the web projects team

EMET is a think tank and policy shop in Washington D.C. Responsibilities:• Young Leadership Director for Capitol Hill-based think tank and policy shop• Developed social media strategy • Organized a campus event drawing 100+ attendees

Young D.C. is an independent newspaper. In its newsroom and in their community, young people practice journalism with freedom and accountability that flow from the First Amendment. Young D.C. staffers tackle big issues such as teen gambling, phony IDs, self-injury and more as they uncover the truth behind rumors circulating in the community in addition to sports, politics, news, humor, entertainment, lifestyle, and opinions.Responsibilities:• Published articles, assisted with editing, and helped ensure that each publication met their deadlines (14,000 circulation)• Promoted from writer to editor within 3 months of my start date. • In addition to my writing and editing, I also helped with numerous stages of the publication development including layout, distribution and photography

Eastern Union is a leading commercial real estate mortgage company with offices nationwide. Eastern Union brings in on average, 100-125 new submissions a month. Our brokers are well equipped and trained for today's market environment, have years of experience and the capabilities to close on any property type or loan structure.Responsibilities:• Researched historic clients and contacted them about their current real estate and financing needs• Conducted on-site property assessments to provide complete evaluations of each property and report to company consultants