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Berkeley, California, United States

New York, New York, United States

Led U.S. engagement at the UN on environmental and technology topics, including climate change, oceans, water, wildlife trafficking, the Internet, and digital cooperation, among others. Recruited, trained, and managed a team of seven newcomers to negotiate more than 40 UN sustainable development resolutions, surpassing management’s expectations and achieving U.S. goals for UN engagement while also fostering good relations with allies.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Improved morale and retention by rewriting telework regulations. Led an interagency working group filled with diverse, competing views and persuaded the group to come to agreement on common policies for the entire federal government. Directed software development team to create online LGBT sensitivity training for Department of State employees.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Managed team of 11 to champion U.S. engagement with multilateral partners in the worldwide fight against HIV/AIDS. Co-chaired the finance committee of The Global Fund to Fight AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria during a period of reform, providing oversight of more than $300 million in annual operational expenses and ensuring taxpayer dollars were well-spent.

Tokyo, Japan

Advocated for U.S. financial service interests and represented embassy on American Chamber of Commerce in Japan’s Insurance Committee. Negotiated U.S.-Japan Economic Dialogue, leading to reform of Japan Post and creating opportunities for U.S. business. In recognition of advanced Japanese language skills, selected to liaise with Japanese parliamentarians.

New York, New York, United States

Directed U.S. engagement on HIV/AIDS, macroeconomic issues, and information technology. Negotiated the 2006 UN declaration on HIV/AIDS where I built coalitions with allies to overcome competing interests and reach agreement on the goal of universal access to prevention, treatment, care, and support.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Championed U.S. positions in bilateral trade matters with Japan, focusing on insurance and agriculture. Led efforts to reopen Japanese beef market to U.S. farmers after closure due to unfounded fears of “mad cow” disease.

Tokyo, Japan

Advanced U.S. transportation interests, including civil aviation, auto, and maritime industries. Secured use of Japanese private sector freight shipping vessel to support U.S. military engagement in Iraq.

Tokyo, Japan

Served as Ambassador Howard Baker’s primary staff support, including managing his secretary and protocol staff. Tasked constituent parts of mission, monitored information flow, and supervised ambassador’s travel and public appearances.

Sofia, Bulgaria

Provided all aspects of consular services in Bulgarian, including visa and American Citizens Services. As Fraud Prevention Manager, improved interception of falsified documentation presented by unqualified visa applicants.

Juris Doctor, Law

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba, East Asian Studies, Magna Cum Laude

Activities and Societies: East Asian Studies Journal, Delta Sigma Phi, Wind Ensemble, Brass Choir

Loire Master-Level, Honors

Champagne Master-Level, Honors

Italian Wine Scholar, Highest Honors

Level 3, Theory — Pass With Distinction; Tasting — Pass With Merit

French Wine Scholar, Highest Honors

Level 2, Pass With Distinction

Exchange Program, Law

Economic Studies, Economics

Intensive and comprehensive 26-week post-graduate program designed to equip economic officers with analytical and policy tools. Practicum.