Serve as a Marketing Manager responsible for the overall marketing and business development efforts for the company's various service areas including traffic engineering, structural engineering, utility engineering, and construction inspection.-Research, identify, evaluate, and help to prioritize new opportunities and upcoming proposals.-Assist in identifying and fostering working relationships with potential teaming partners.-Coordinate outreach before, during, and after the RFP is published.-Lead weekly Marketing Meetings and Go/No Go discussions.-Prepare all proposal materials (SF 330, SF 255/254, custom, etc.) for prime consultants and other clients.-Prepare brochures, presentations and other marketing materials.-Research, draft, and work with staff to update resumes and projects.-Prepare content for the company’s website and manage its social media platforms.-Created and manage the company’s contact list and proposal pipeline.-Created standardized templates for resumes and projects.-Assist with tracking and renewing annual prequalifications with various clients.-Assist with other aspects of the business as needed.

Served as the Director of Marketing and Communications for a 300+ person architectural and engineering firm. Managed nine employees in multiple locations and led the marketing efforts for the company's four primary service areas (Transportation, Architecture/Engineering, Water Resources, and Construction Management/Construction Inspection). -Worked closely with Business Development Executives, Vice Presidents/Directors, and Project Managers to identify and vet new opportunities.-Managed the proposal and marketing workload the entire firm and a staff of nine employees.-Performed Quality Control reviews of proposals to assure compliance with the RFP and the company's branding standards.-Reported to the Management Team on proposal and marketing activities. -Oversaw and assisted with the creation of internal and external announcements and the maintenance of the company's website.-Facilitated and assisted with the maintenance of the company's business development and marketing database. -Led the creation of the firm’s very first Marketing Manual.-Assisted with the preparation of proposals when needed. -Mentored and trained staff.

Served as a Senior Marketing Coordinator for the local Federal and Transportation business units. Supported key team leaders in helping them achieve their growth goals. -Developed and updated corporate marketing materials.-Assisted in the preparation of the firm’s strategic business plan. -Coordinated and managed proposals from start to finish (SF 330, SF 255/254, Custom, etc.).-Coordinated teaming relationships with contractors, subconsultants and architectural firms.-Tracked proposal opportunities and long leads. -Monitored procurement sites for new opportunities.-Crafted marketing descriptions for new projects and other proposal verbiage. -Conducted market research.

Served as a Proposal Manager for the firm’s Delmarva region. Worked with key team leaders to help secure new clients and work for the firm. -Managed the proposal pipeline for the firm’s Baltimore office. -Coordinated and managed proposals from start to finish (SF330, SF255, Custom, etc.).-Coordinated teaming relationships with contractors, subconsultants and architectural firms.-Monitored procurement sites for new opportunities.-Crafted marketing descriptions for new projects and other proposal verbiage. -Developed proposal graphics. -Prepared PowerPoint presentations for interviews.-Managed junior proposal writer.-Conducted market research. -Participated in national initiatives.

Served as a Marketing Manager responsible for the growth of the firm’s Federal Government and Not-for-Profit practices in the mid-Atlantic region. Prior to March of 2008 was also responsible for the growth of the firm’s Information Security Services Group. -Managed and served as a mentor for staff.-Developed, implemented and monitored marketing plans and budgets.-Monitored procurement sites and worked with key team leaders to identify and evaluate new opportunities.-Prepared and managed large complex proposals.-Prepared PowerPoint presentations for work related functions.-Coordinated large sponsorships, trade shows and continuing professional education seminars to aid in branding and establish the firm as an industry expert. -Developed copy and conceptual ideas for promotional pieces such as advertisements and firm brochures. -Managed direct mail and e-mail campaigns.-Researched and maintained targeted prospect lists. -Managed and coordinated firm wide webinars designed to educate prospects and clients and establish the firm as an industry expert.-Participated in national “special” projects, such as the creation of a firm wide proposal tracking and reporting process to aid in strategic market efforts. -Wrote and distributed news releases to strategic contacts in the Baltimore and Washington Metropolitan regions.

Served as a Marketing Coordinator with a focus on state and local government and transportation engineering. Responsibilities included the preparation of proposals (SF 255/254, Custom, etc.) and presentations, design of marketing materials, coordination of teaming arrangements with consultants, and the representation of the company at client conferences and seminars.

Served as a Retirement Plan Specialist and the point person for tax-related issues. Earned my series 6 and 63 certifications while with the company. -Serviced 401K plan participants.-Implemented and conducted training courses for new employees.-Mentored and supervised coworkers.-Assisted with the conversion of new retirement plan clients.

Served as an Intern for the University Reporter. My responsibilities included developing and writing articles and reviewing and editing magazine content.