Taking care of all of the facility needs of startups. From the real estate search process to managing tenant improvements to complicated moves, I am here to handle these complex and time consuming tasks. Specializing in startups from early to those transitioning to the next stage.Clients include 23andMe, ASML, Nvidia, Bill.com, Cloudinary, Menlo School and Click Diagnostics.

Decommissioning large-scale industrial pilot plant and analytical lab.

Placed full-time onsite at a large pharmaceutical client to manage a complicated lab move into a ground up new 200,000 sq. ft. building. Responsible for leading high level weekly coordination team meetings, communicating directly with users and management regarding equipment lists and instrument placements, equipment fit up coordination with multiple vendors, and scheduling & managing several phased moves. Coordinate lab decontamination with EH&S, pre-and post-moves and assist with building decommissioning.

Responsible for daily operations of global facilities as well as lease negotiations and renewals. First order of business was to implement a full company rebrand from YouSendIt to Hightail. Closely collaborate with internal design department on signage, collateral, office design to fully integrate the rebrand into all office spaces. Facilitate company events and work seamlessly with HR to support company culture environmentally and to communicate information company-wide. Manage, implement, and participate in design and planning related to space allocation, moves, layouts, and facilities expansion.

Responsible for the day to day operation of approximately 55,000 square feet of space, encompassed in 3 buildings. Started as employee number 9 at this fast paced green tech startup which expanded to 150 employees and gradually reduced to 45 employees. Areas of responsibility include lease negotiation, liaison with property ownership, shipping and receiving, reception areas, all employee areas. Primary responsible for 3 building expansions and a patio addition, developing and operating within budget contraints.• Coordinate work assignments with in-house staff and/or vendors • Review and approve price quotes for the procurement of parts, services and labor for projects• Develop and maintain positive vendor relationships, maintaining and reviewing costs.• Oversee the scheduling, maintenance and monitoring of HVAC, water, electric and other systems to ensure efficient operation.• Manages facility additions/alterations/repairs and maintenance issues.• Responsible for building access and security alarm systems• EH&S Area Coordinator and Committee Member• Safety Response Team member• Project management of buildout projects as main contact to general contractor and the subcontractors• Final project: Integral part of a 6 month transition plan which included two lease surrenders and subsequent consolidation and liquidation of all building assets and operations

Responsible for daily operational coordination and execution of all assigned events including ensuring proper setup, monitoring caterers and vendors, managing staff to maximize guest’s experience. Also given responsibilities for special projects for the vineyard requiring organization and attention to detail. Called upon on a regular basis to provide management coverage for various departments during vacation and transition periods. • Uphold standards of service and education of staff to ensure guest experience is consistent• Proven team player interested in learning about the overall operation of the vineyard; always willing to help with any aspect of operation from events to tasting room; from Wine Club to production. • Responsible for on site management of facilities during event shifts including controlling temperatures, replacing fuses, managing frequent power outages, handling flooding situations, safety controls and site reconfigurations • Fully trained on safety response procedures specific to dealing with the numerous uncontrollable issues related to the historical age and location of the site

I locate hotels for companies needing 20+ rooms per night. This is a free service for my clients, I am compensated by the hotel of choice to encourage repeat business. Similar to a travel agent however specializing in groups. I work with many Administrative Assistants and Executive Assistants who are typically given the task of finding a meeting location. This is a time consuming, potentially frustrating process for someone who is trying to perform their regular job duties at the same time. I save so much time, I act as a liason between the hotel and the client and I do all of the legwork required to make an informed decision and provide that information directly to the client and work with them to pick the best choice for that particular meeting.Again, FREE SERVICE, and I save time and money!

Performed daily operational tasks and project coordination for the CEO and President of this privately owned medical reference laboratory. Responsibilities included liaison of building expansion project, researching and ordering capital expense items and coordinating with company managers and directors on outstanding items and projects. Entrusted with personal credit card information for the owners and for assisting with various travel arrangements and hotel reservations.• Primary duties included HR responsibilities for processing payroll, maintaining physical and computerized files for over 125 employees in 27 locations • Responsible for building expansion project, including office and lab space. • Purchasing of office furniture and special order items for labs• Locating specialty lab equipment and coordinating the necessary electrical requirements• Working within tight space contraints strategically placing equipment to building codes • Primary contact for all vendor relationships• Handled all benefit enrollment and deduction information, implementing a new computerized time clock system • Added dental and vision and credit union membership benefits as well as added a new benefits brokerage company thereby increasing the attractiveness of the hiring package enabling the company to attract a more experienced level of applicant• Responsible for conversion from manual to computerized time clock system saving the company an estimated 4% by having accurate time stamps and by decreasing management time verifying individual manual timecards

Working directly with the CEO of this start-up educational conference designed for medical and spa professionals to create a foundation and reputation as a leader within the industry. Doubled attendance each conference. Also assisted in promoting a partner publication.• Wrote all press releases, edited these and all advertising, communication, and articles for publication. • Responsible for all hotel site selections• Created and maintained the online registration service building the client database and coordinated email reminders and invitations for all events• Direct interaction with exhibitors and attendees, problem solving for any issues and promoting the integrity of the tradeshow

Managed various aspects of the administrative/operations process of this Private Label skincare company. Worked directly with the CEO and President of the company to facilitate effective communication between account representatives and clients.• Responsible for timely packing and shipping distribution of brochures, samples, product manuals and training DVD’s to all potential clients • Handled several important long-term house accounts to ensure business continuation• Handle registration and materials for the educational classes and coordinating of those classes with various hotels. • Edited magazine articles and educational documents• Timely distribution of leads and information to clients and professional verbal and email correspondence thus demonstrating the company values during the crucial initial contact phase of the client experience• MAC operating system

Tulsa Marriott, transferred to the Desert Springs Marriott.