The vision of this education abroad company is to create a more compassionate and connected world through the exchange of people and ideas. We send 3,500+ US university students abroad to study, intern, or volunteer every year. • Oversaw enrollment growth of 67% over four years and expansion of brand into all 50 states.• Grew affiliate network of US university customers by 138% over four years.• Honored as Top 100 Women-Led Businesses in Massachusetts by the Commonwealth Institute and the Boston Globe.• Created our first vision, mission, core values, and strategic plan.• Oversaw development of new programs to meet demand. • Oversaw program expansion into new markets and increased offerings in popular majors. • Ensured that program development and processes are driven by partner and student needs by measuring their feedback and acting on insights.• Continued to meet best practice standards set by the field of international education. • Developed and continued to lead a growth-oriented culture within the company.

Organization Strategy & Program Development • Grew team of 1.5 FTE sales representatives to a team of 15 highly-trained, regionally-based sales/admissions reps.• Developed and implemented first risk management system. Was member of emergency response team. • Developed and conducted pre-departure and re-entry orientations for students and their parents.• Managed budget for all domestic and international travel.Recruitment• Increased student enrollment in study abroad programs by over 325%.• Developed and implemented innovative and effective strategies for student recruitment and deepened engagement with US colleges and universities.• Served as high-level contact for universities on sensitive student issues.• Created and led international familiarization tours with faculty and US study abroad advisors.• Oversaw the professional representation of CIS Abroad on US campuses, at international conferences, and overseas.Marketing & Communications • Created and managed social media plan, including Instagram, YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, and corporate blog. • Oversaw development and production of all print materials.• Oversaw CIS online presence, including website, Google AdWords, and paid/unpaid marketing listings.

Developed and implement innovative and effective strategies for student recruitment and deepening engagement with US colleges and universities in the Northeast. Developed customized study programs for US universities in this territory, including internships, semester and summer study abroad. Served as high-level contact for universities on sensitive student issues.

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Co-author, Shores Beyond Shores: from Holocaust to Hope (TMS Press, 2019) o Co-wrote this memoir with Dr. Irene Butter, a Holocaust survivor and inspirational speaker/peace activist. o The Bookseller’s Editor’s Choice, 2019o National Jewish Book Award Finalist, 2018o National Reading Group Great Group Read, 2018o Goodreads score: 4.61/5.0 (203 ratings, 28 reviews); Amazon score: 5 stars/5 (65 reviews)o Translated into Dutch, Portuguese, Czech, and German (German is forthcoming in 2021)• Speaking engagements include: Bergen-Belsen Concentration Camp (cancelled in 2020, forthcoming Fall 2021), Clinton Presidential Library, Little Rock, AZ, Library of Congress, Washington, D.C., Museum of Jewish Heritage, NYC, University of MichiganAuthor, Monique and the Mango Rains: Two Years with Midwife in Mali (Waveland Press, 2006)o Wrote this narrative non-fiction account of my experience working with an unsung hero/miraculous midwife during my time in the Peace Corps in West Africa. o The Paul Cowan Non-fiction Award, 2007o Barnes & Noble Book Club Pick 2008o Goodreads score: 4.16/5.0 (3,928 ratings, 433 reviews); Amazon score: 4.5 stars/5 (305 reviews)o Translated into Dutch, Chinese, and British English.o 400+ speaking engagements, lectures, and workshops around the themes of women’s rights, women’s lives in the developing world, service learning, volunteerism, narrative ethnography, creative writing, global health issues, UN Sustainable Development goals, etc. Sample engagements include Common Reads, workshops, and guest lectures.• American School of Doha, Qatar (Common Read)• Amherst College • Carleton College • Cornell University• DePaul University • Gilmour Academy (Common Read)• Harvard Medical School • Indiana University • Simmons College (First Year Read)• Smith College• St. John’s Preparatory • University of Missouri• University of Oregon

Work with Malian staff on the strategic planning for this regional women and children’s clinic. Raise money (80k to date) to plan, construct and equip the facility. Support 10-20 girls per year in school, from kindergarten through college.

Expanded the individual donor base nationwide. Worked with the Director on major donor campaigns, direct mail appeals, and overall communication plan. Coordinated annual fundraiser as well as hosted house parties. Supervised and trained volunteers.

Identified and researched individual, foundation and corporate prospects for a $40 million capital campaign. Planned and implemented annual student acknowledgment letter process for stewarded funds and coordinated the annual scholarship luncheon, matching students with donors.