I am proud to lead the Minnesota Zoo Foundation, a 501(c)3 organization whose primary role is to raise contributed income of behalf of the Minnesota Zoo. Serving as the Foundation’s primary liaison to the Minnesota Zoo and sitting on the Zoo’s executive leadership team, I am an active strategist and collaborator in maximizing the operational effectiveness and impact of the organization in its mission to connect people, animals and the natural world to save wildlife.I am passionate and committed to ensuring its operations are optimized, financial health is maintained, donor growth is continued, and to strengthening its relationships in the community.

As a growth strategist, I prepare and guide Profit and Nonprofits through their transformative growth initiatives. With expertise in strategic planning, creating go to market strategies, revenue optimization and diversification, I act as an augmented member of the strategic leadership team during these transitions, propelling them forward to reach new heights. A S/WBE company serving For Profit, Social Enterprise, and Nonprofit companies that are:- Start-ups wanting to scale, develop partnerships and streamline processes- Mature companies needing to diversify revenue streams, audiences, markets and capitalize on digital technologies- Companies preparing for sale requiring revenue stability and transferability- Turnarounds requiring modifications to operational and business models to increase their return on revenue while reducing expenses

Hope Chest for Breast Cancer provides emergency financial support to MN breast cancer patients, helping them with their most urgent needs by paying for their mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries, and transportation while they undergo treatment. As a fractional Executive Director, I develop the strategy and lead the organization in its founder transition to realize its full potential, and on a daily basis in its consistent and successful achievement of its mission and financial goals.

The world-renowned Minnesota Zoo mission serves to connect people, animals, and the natural world to save wildlife. Their vision is to create a future where wildlife thrives in Minnesota and beyond. As the project manager for Treetop trail, I manage a team that is bringing to life a $39 Million reuse project that will culminate in the world's longest elevated pedestrian loop. As strategic project manager for MN Zoo and MN Zoo foundation, I advise on income, audience and donor development strategies while bringing initiatives such as Beastly Boulevard, Beastly Bash, Nature Illuminated, Farm Babies, consumer web experiences, Tnew migration, membership acquisition, strategic pricing implementations and more to life. I define the recommended approach and execution strategy for specific strategic initiatives, moving them forward.

A multi-platform communications company specializing in the creation and distribution of luxury lifestyle content, connecting consumers with B2C companies and marketing partners. Directed the daily operations of Greenspring, maximizing net margin and ensuring fulfillment of the strategic vision of the company. Was the primary face of the organization in the business and nonprofit communities, securing and maintaining relationships with high value partners and clients. Performed ongoing evaluation of, and made modifications to strategy, infrastructure, product offerings, organizational structure and talent, policy and procedures to support company growth, profitability, and long-term viability. • Drove incremental $1M+ (15%) in net profitability within the first 24 months.• Grew custom content division by 53% between in under 2 years.• Diversified revenue streams, grew customer and consumer base through the development and launch of : 10 new publications, 8 large-scale ticketed consumer events, creation of multiple websites, content marketing solutions and a market-wide crowd-sourced online fundraiser for non-profits. • Replaced IT infrastructure and technology to grow revenue and improve workplace efficiencies: Migrated platforms (CMS) for consumer facing websites, implemented new CRM, migrated email marketing platform, enabled e-commerce and electronic ticketing for events, and implemented a centralized relational database.

Recruited pre-acquisition to rebuild the sales division, grow revenue and net profit, and build consistent and transferable revenue streams. Responsibilities included profitable revenue and market share growth, securing new partnerships and strategic accounts, and leading continuous improvement in execution of operations for 10 custom and company-owned magazines, 4 websites, and 7 consumer-facing events.

CarSoup.com is a premier online automotive marketplace that serves private sellers and more than 10,000 dealerships across the U.S. Through its extensive distribution network with newspapers, broadcasters, and franchisees, it serves over 1 million car buyers and sellers a month.Led UX efforts for SaaS company serving B2B and B2C with subscription-based models and self-serve e-commerce platforms, prioritized company projects, built operational infrastructure and developed new web and mobile products to meet growth expectations and scale to 80+markets nationwide.

One of the largest daily newspapers in the country, Star Tribune is read by over 1.3 million readers weekly and is the largest media source of news and information in Minnesota.P&L responsibility for largest profit center over $100M operating budget with leadership over 126 employees. Directed strategy, business development, operations and financial performance for 6 business units. Re-defined value proposition, built new business models for both start-up and turnaround. Expanded digital revenue channels, ecommerce, SaaS solutions, new magazines, custom publications and B2B and B2C event offerings.

P&L responsibility for $70M budget with revenues generated from sales of digital, newsprint, events, magazine, and direct mail products. Lead staff of 74 employees. Created and launched new products, partnerships, and acquisitions to grow revenue and market share. Turned around multiple divisions and product lines.

Directed magazine and newsprint product development and life cycle management of 17 new products for the Star Tribune. Directed concept ideation, proof of concept, pricing and profitability, design, marketing and sales strategy, production and distribution. In 2006, revenue exceeded $6.5MM from new products launched. Directed staff of 20 employees and 30 freelancers.

Defined and directed a start-up division at Star Tribune that created enterprise-wide product development protocols and project management processes as well as created and launched new digital, print, and event products in response to emerging market opportunities. Directed project management and event operation resources, and non-profit partnerships for the Star Tribune. Responsible for department P&L, including 17 staff members.

Defined and directed a start-up division at Pro Staff providing temporary staffing and retained search services for medical device, bioscience & biotech manufacturers and packaging design, QA and other machine design companies. Generated revenues of $4M in division's first year. Managed 6 direct reports.