Regularly research and evaluate Chamber small business and entrepreneurship program and events, recommending and implementing changes when necessary. Work with Senior VP to represent The Chamber on various small business and entrepreneurial related committees within the community, especially with the Kauffman Foundation, KC SourceLink and with the region’s academic community.Work with Senior VP to manage short- and long-range objectives for The Chamber’s strategic plan as it relates to small business and entrepreneurship, incorporating all relevant Chamber and Chamber-related resources.Manage volunteer-driven implementation of Small Business Council and Small Business Executive Committee-directed programs; including training and education emphasis, Business Brain Food, B2B Expo, Small Business Celebration, and special events.Work with Director of Diversity Business Connection to enhance and encourage minority business participation in small business programs.Work with Chamber Membership Department to assist in recruitment and retention and to assess value-added component of programs for members. Oversee process for invoices, payables, and financial accounting.With assistance from Senior VP, secure sponsorships to meet department non-dues revenue goals.Integrate small business emphasis into other Chamber programs to include community service, international and minority business development as well as government relations.

Administrative support duties including filing, copying, collating, assembling, sorting, processing routine requests for membership information, organizing, and handling items on a priority basis and timely manner. Create and maintain accurate and organized member records in database management system (SBA) for the Greater Kansas City Chamber.Support new member on boarding/engagement process ensuring all new members receive contact at the appropriate time and engage with the Chamber products/services.Maintain a positive working relationship with Chamber members, partners, and other community organizations.Coordinate regular meetings of the membership committee and provide all accompanying materials needed.Assist Membership Director and VP of Membership with specific projects and reports as assigned.Arrange, coordinate, schedule, and assist with meetings and meeting facilities; prepare rooms; send notices and announcements as assigned; and arrange or assist with refreshments, as directed.Support ongoing networking events.Coordinate three CEO Roundtables monthly.Coordinate member ribbon cuttings as needed.

Interviewed and communicated with public figures within the community.Communicated with other college students to find out what inspires them to donate or volunteer.Put into action a year round marketing plan for the United Way board members to use for their annual campaign.

Wyandotte Chapter Designed a new format, created content, and published the organizations' monthly newsletter.Created and managed social media accounts (Facebook and Youtube) for the organization. Designed a fundraising flyer for a local event with Mr. Goodcents.Trained under professionals from different local organizations.