Highly accomplished professional with over 30 years experience managing and developing dynamic & diverse municipal recreation and community programming, facilities, staffing, and large-scale special events. Accomplishments include: • Successful solicitation & administration of millions of dollars in competitive funding for facilities & programs; • Management of complex and high-paced program implementation; • Forecasting of industry trends and developments with preservation of high-quality service delivery. • Proven ability to establish & foster communication with government leaders, civic groups, commissions, staff, contractors and residents of all demographics. • Trusted advisor to local, state & federal officials and a recognized leader in the field of municipal recreation.Major Areas of Expertise:• Community Services Administration• Special Events Development • Budget Development & Management • Grant Writing & Administration• Staff & Volunteer Training• Facility Maintenance Planning• Program Marketing• Community Needs Analysis• Emergency/Incident Management• Cultural, Arts & Youth Programming• Senior Services • Contracts Management