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San Francisco, Ca, Us

San Francisco, California, United States

Advocate for improvements, fundraise, & organize community events for the benefit of Franklin Square Park. Lead collaboration between community stakeholders, private donors, political leaders & multiple city agencies (SFMTA, DPW, SFRPD) to implement programs & capital projects for the benefit of park users.Secured funding for and oversaw implementation/construction of projects with a total value in excess of $500,000. Projects include the installation of a public bathroom (Pit Stop) & construction of a new adult workout area, pathway improvements & new lighting. Successfully advocated for public benefits at the neighboring SFMTA Potrero Muni Yard Redevelopment Project including construction & maintenance of a public bathroom, pedestrian and bike safety improvements and selection of public art.Raised $1.8 million in donations for Franklin Square Park through negotiations with private developers.Conduct media interviews and develop public relations strategy.

San Francisco Bay Area

Jury panel member responsible for reviewing artist proposals for 3 monumental public art installations on the SFMTA Potrero Muni Yard building. Review & evaluate the merits of the artists’ proposals and make recommendations to the SF Arts Commission, keeping in mind the goals for racial, gender and economic equity.

San Francisco, California, United States

Communicate neighborhood needs, identify community benefits and provide constructive feedback monthly for Potrero Muni Yard Redevelopment Project. The Muni Yards Project is the nation's first known joint development of a bus maintenance facility with affordable housing constructed on site. Approximately 400+ units of affordable housing are planned for this project.

San Francisco, California, United States

Appointed as District 10 by Supervisor Cohen and later, Supervisor Walton as representative to the Eastern Neighborhoods Citizen Advisory Committee (ENCAC). Provide input on the City’s Capital Planning and help prioritize the allocation of developer impact fees for the Eastern Neighborhoods (Mission, Potrero Hill, Bayview, Dogpatch, and Showplace Square).Evaluate capital project proposals from city agencies (SFMTA, DPW, SFRPD and Mayor’s Office of Housing and Economic Development) & make funding recommendations to SF Planning Department staff. Conduct annual follow up reviews with agency staff regarding capital project progress.

San Francisco, California, United States

Create strategy to double auction fundraising revenues, identify opportunities to solicit donations from community members and businesses, coordinate marketing campaigns, and provide resource, referral and communication assistance for donors. Organized multiple community building events and fundraisers.Doubled annual auction revenues to $70,000 from $35,000 by creating buy-in events.

Lead credit analyst for public sector tax-exempt financings. Credit portfolio included a wide range of transaction types including revenue, special tax, general obligation, and leases. Formulated rating recommendations by analyzing financial statements, evaluating legal documents, conducting macroeconomic research and monitoring legislative changes. Prepared written reports supporting rating rationale. Trained and mentored new associates.Elected board member of California Society of Municipal Analysts in 2008-09.Demonstrate field expertise by presenting at conferences, publishing research, and conducting media interviews.

New York, New York, United States

Portland, Oregon, United States

Managed fundraising events in Oregon and Washington. Monitored and reconciled a quarter million dollar budget.

Masters Of Public Administration

Bachelor Of Arts - Ba