Strategic Elements launched sister-company Kdence, which is a team of political, communications, and policy professionals with insider industry knowledge, executing high-impact political and issue campaigns designed to secure victory on election day.

-Outreach and alumni relations-Planning and executing events for the school such as the Greenlee Summit and Futures Forum-Working with faculty committees to coordinate and administrate programs such as the student scholarships program and faculty awards nomination process-Data collection and report writing for required reports such as assessment and accreditation

-Identify creative opportunities to increase ISU’s profile through grassroots advocacy and events that showcase ISU's impact-Coordinate legislative events and tours-Develop strategic publications, including legislative priorities, county and state fact sheets, book of experts, and videos-Write weekly newsletters for more than 200,000 stakeholders-Create capital project requests on the university’s priorities and seek passage by Iowa Legislature (Passed: Biosciences Facilities - $55M, Student Innovation Center - $40M, and Research Park - $12M)-Oversee public record and legislative requests-Manage social media, web content, and contact databases-Establish and cultivate relationships with state officials, business partners, and donors-Coordinate presidential events, including guest selection and profiling, ticket/parking credentials, catering, floral and music arrangements, stage prep, develop itineraries, and staff events-Responsible for state relations and event budgets-Develop agendas, take minutes, write reports, and develop presentations

-Carried out special project implementation and communications plans pursuant to operational changes-Assisted in developing university-wide communications regarding reorganization, funding, diversity & inclusion, safety, etc.-Analyzed and interpreted data for effective communications-Verified expenses, analyzed and identified alternative business approaches to improve efficiencies and enhance services(upon COS/CFO departure)

-Oversaw office moves and renovations during transition of the new Chief Financial Officer-Managed operations: scheduling, PTO reporting, payroll, travel, reimbursements, purchasing, and procurement

Elected as one of 40 a member council representing 3,000 constituents – one of three members representing 225 President’s Office constituents. Identified needs of constituents, provided information and advice in response to needs, and recommended policies and procedures to administration. Served on Professional Development Committee responsible for the annual conference.

-Streamlined processes to ensure events ran smoothly, resulting in a positive experience for high profile guests-Fostered relationships with internal and external stakeholders critical to achieving the president’s goals and initiatives-Developed position description, hired, and supervised student workers-Coordinated guest selection and profiling, menu development, floral and music arrangements, and staffed events

Supervised a team of 13 people. Managed and facilitated data entry and distribution of supplemental taxes.(temporary agency)

Assisted in enrollment and fieldwork placement for 250 college students to work at the 2012 National Political Conventions. Assisted with logistics for speakers and vendors that supported the program. Developed student handbooks and communication materials.(temporary contract for 2012 National Political Conventions)

Supervised a team of 30 people. Oversaw meals preparation and delivery. Provided customer service to patients on room service and employees/visitors in the cafeteria. Achieved the PRIDE Award (People-oriented, Respectful, Innovative, Dedicated, Effective).

Promoted ISU athletics, wrote articles for cyclones.com and the Big12, ran stats during games, and assisted at press conferences.

Conducted site surveys for town hall meetings; conducted research in preparation for the 2012 National Conventions, resulting in an employee handbook; prepared budget projections; attended editorial and board meetings; and assisted at video shoots.

Beat: Ames City Council