I am a Senior Proposal and Grant Writer, and began grant writing in 1996 while at the University of North Florida. Since 1999, I have written predominantly in the fields of Engineering and Environmental Services. Two of my greatest strengths are Strategic Team Development and Team Proposal Development for large-scale contracts. In strategic team building, I reach out to Subconsultants who have SOW capabilities that my employer lacks, and who have existing experience (and good reputation) with the Client we seek to serve. When I build the right team, everyone Wins - That's my goal.I love to write, I'm a science geek, love cleaning up our environment, appreciate history, and love our U.S. Military. I am most happy when I get to combine all these things. My niche - Proposal and Grant Writing for municipal, state and federal government agencies, and appreciate the challenge they offer.I have written for environmental services (assessment and remediation), engineering (civil, geotechnical, environmental, structural, MEP), materials testing, natural resources, cultural resources, master planning, landscape architecture and architecture, and more. My greatest strengths are in proposal writing and preparation, development of project-/client-specific SOQs, and targeted professional resume development. I have also prepared company newsletters, informational / educational materials and Power Point (InDesign) presentations for shortlist interviews, training seminars, etc. I enjoy building strategic teams when pursuing large multi-year, multi-million-dollar contracts and preparing team proposals. I work well under pressure (I thrive that way) and remain calm under tight deadlines, even when others don't, and I take pride in that ability. I have won contracts with AFCEC (Continental US), USACE (Savannah, Jacksonville, Mobile, Louisville), USDA Forest Service (Mississippi), FHA, NAVFAC SE, FDOT, many municipal agencies throughout the country, as well as many private sector clients.Prior to returning to college, I taught and competed in ballroom dancing - Great time in my life that molded me in many ways! Since my youngest daughter was severely vaccine-injured and later diagnosed with autism, I have become a strong advocate for Autism Awareness and Vaccine Safety, and have provided multiple In-Services at various schools (public and private) to educate young parents. I am passionate about naturopathic medicine because of its positive impact on the health of my daughter and family.