Consult with entities on organizational analysis, risk assessment, financial analysis and internal structure and policies. Fundraising work with local, regional, and statewide non-profits on fundraising strategies, planned giving programs, capital campaigns, and individual donor solicitations.Partial list of clients- Cascadia Region Earthquake Workgroup, Oregon Environmental Council, Portland Audubon, Sempervirens Fund, Peninsula Open Space Trust, Well Arts Institute, Benton County Historical Society, Central Coast Land Conservancy.

Interim Executive Director/Transition Consultant at Network of Oregon Watershed Councils- Assisted board of directors in analyzing organizational needs, financial position and skill set needed for permanent Executive Director position. Worked with board to hire permanent ED who began work in November 2019.Negotiated and wrote multi year capacity grant for the Oregon Conservation Network funded through the Oregon Watershed Enhancement Board (OWEB). The Network of Oregon Watershed Councils supports the work of watershed councils by increasing council capacity, representing councils with key partners and funders, and convening council staff and board members to learn from each other.

Member of executive transition service team for not for profit organizations in Oregon. Serve as interim executive director for non-profits going through transitions and facing organizational challenges. Exercise high-level skills in strategic planning, talent management, finance and crisis management. Work with board, outside advisors, and staff to stabilize and create direction for organizations. September 2017-January 2018- Transition Manager at Tualatin River Watershed Council- Worked with Council board and stakeholders to update business operations model and staffing. Analyzed current program revenue and recommended adjustments to a sustainable operations model. Assisted board with review of governance procedures and recommended action plan to improve governance and financial oversight. Completed organizational assessment and work plan to support transition to a more effective organization within the watershed. November 2015-August 2016- Interim Executive Director at FolktimeWorked with board and staff of this social service agency to complete organizational assessment and guidance on efficient restructuring of services and programs. Oversaw staff of 35 and worked with leadership team to ensure uninterrupted services for members.December 2013-September 2014- Interim Executive Director at Sandy Community Action CenterWorked with board and staff to analyze operations of food bank and retail thrift store. Worked with board and staff to improve program budgeting, cash flow forecasting and program evaluation in order to increase service delivery and financial stability of the organization. February 2013-August 2013- Interim Executive Director of Community Energy Project, Portland, OR.June 2012-February 2013- Interim Executive Director of Domestic Violence Resource Center, Hillsboro, OR.September 2010-March 2012- Interim Executive Director of Making Memories Breast Cancer Foundation, Milwaukie, OR.

Led fund development efforts to diversify funding sources including private donations, foundation funding, government grants and large bequests to fund the operational and program expenses of organization. Grew organization from yearly budget of $ 100,000 to $ 2,500,000.Developed and oversaw capital campaigns that raised $ 8 million in private donations and grants for land purchases, stewardship and operations.Worked with board of directors to transition from founders to third generation of board leaders and donors.Completed complex land acquisition projects that involved federal, state, local and private funding

Served as program manager and community field representative for a new conservation initiative by TNC. Devised and implemented community grassroots effort to build support for regional conservation effort on the San Pedro River in Southeastern Arizona and Northern Sonora, Mexico.Co-chaired a highly diverse water issues group seeking long-term solutions to regional water conflicts. Worked with local community members to successfully integrate Nature Conservancy initiatives into the local political and conservation agendas.Served as project manager of multi-year federal grant for ecological research study and development of a management plan for a richly diverse riparian ecosystem located on a large Department of Defense installation in Southeastern Arizona.

Provided comprehensive land use planning services to local jurisdictions in Central Coastal California to address impacts of rapid population and residential growth. Devised programs to address impacts on public services, native habitats, and farmlands.Oversaw daily operation of business including financial management, hiring and oversight of subcontractors, budgeting, marketing and public relations.