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San Diego, CA, US

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

Led research and analysis for the 2022 Global Food Security Index (Corteva) and Aging Readiness and Competitiveness 4.0 (AARP) projects. Supervised and managed analyst staff on career development and research projects.

Baltimore, Maryland, United States

Executed research and analysis on several projects, including impact evaluations, descriptive studies, and randomized control trials for a range of federal government and foundation clients. Conducted qualitative and mixed-methods research, including in-depth interviews, focus groups, and technical assistance. Communicated complex findings and technical.

San Diego, CA

Led data-driven redesign of inventory process, developed policies, procedures, and trainings, and provided technical assistance to unit staff at 55 facilities in implementation. Evaluated Fire Mitigation Fee Program annual reports and expenditure plans of 20 independent fire agencies. Managed newly established Fire Advisory Board meetings with CAL FIRE.

Greater Los Angeles Area

Designed and analyzed data from a 46-question survey distributed to 300 disconnected youth and conducted 43 in-depth phone interviews with youth, public officials, and business and community leaders to identify barriers to youth employment in LA County. Conducted needs assessment of LeadersUp’s internal and external programming to identify opportunities to.

Los Angeles, CA

Managed the schedule of the former Massachusetts governor, 1988 Democratic presidential nominee, and UCLA visiting professor of Public Policy. Coordinated appointments with high-level government officials, politicians, reporters, and students.

Los Angeles, CA

Provided information and policy recommendations to city decision-makers on issues such as human trafficking, poverty and employment, and women entrepreneurship to advance gender equity in Los Angeles. Conducted data analysis, recommended survey design techniques, and monitored state and federal legislation for City Council and the Transgender Advisory and.

Los Angeles, CA

Coordinated operation of 270-person group including move-in and travel arrangements, organizing performances, and maintaining detailed records of equipment, archives, and attendance records. Coordinated band activities with other departments, such as UCLA athletics, facilities, and finance. Supervised activities of and assisted in assigning duties to.

Pacific Palisades, CA

Tutored K-12 students in test prep, reading, writing, history, and math. Created unique lesson and achievement plans tailored to each students’ needs and goals, coordinated staff to complete capacity-building projects, and communicated effectively with parents and students.

Washington, D.C.

Wrote responses to constituent letters, led tours of the Capitol, attended briefings and provided summaries to staff, and conducted policy and legislative research.

Washington, D.C.

Wrote proposals and delivered reports to members of Congress to secure $4.5 million for ALS research program in appropriations bill, conducted policy research and analysis, and attended meetings with clients.

Master Of Public Policy (Mpp)

Activities and Societies: Policy Professionals for Diversity and Equity (PPDE) - Programming Co-Chair; Luskin Women's Leadership Network.

Bachelor Of Arts, Political Science: International Relations, Minor In Geography

Activities and Societies: UCLA Bruin Marching Band - Trombone Section/Rank Leader; Kappa Kappa Psi - Director of Brotherhood/Sisterhood.