My experience as an interior designer has taught me to be sensitive to the delicate balance between aesthetic and financial decision making that is always present in a project, whatever the scale may be, and has taken me from Medina to Manhattan.Intuitive listening is "key" and always a challenge in the discovery process for each client. I never lose sight of the fact that it is their home or business that the individual style must unfold and not mine.

To promote the arts as an integral part of community life. Provide quality experiences to increase public awareness of the arts. Assist the work ofcstudents, artists and local arts organizations. Provide public art that contributes to the community identity. Establish and pursue ling term goals to benefit the arts and the community.To advise and make recommendations to the mayor, city council or other commission or board of the city.

Contributed to the founding and ongoing direction of the 501(c)3 non-profit organization empowering Pacific Northwest artists.

Created and grew art dealership and artist representation business in coordination with full-service residential, commercial, and urban design services venture. Launched a contemporary art gallery in 2008. Manage two employees in the direction of daily business, marketing, promotion, media and corporate relations, while developing and executing long term business development and relationship strategies. Promote and sell existing artwork while generating private and corporate… Show more Created and grew art dealership and artist representation business in coordination with full-service residential, commercial, and urban design services venture. Launched a contemporary art gallery in 2008. Manage two employees in the direction of daily business, marketing, promotion, media and corporate relations, while developing and executing long term business development and relationship strategies. Promote and sell existing artwork while generating private and corporate commissions for paintings, photographs, prints, sculptures, and mixed media artwork.• Drove notable gallery exposure, receiving “Top Pick of the City” recognition from The Seattle Times, NWsource, Stefanos Network (NYC), Art Access, Seattle Urban Village and Art Collector’s Magazine for three consecutive months within the gallery’s first year.• Secured $45,000 glass installation commission for Boeing’s Dreamliner Gallery (www.dreamlinergallery.com).• Requested to showcase represented artist at a home open house, producing sales offer for $70,000 in art. • Selected to represent the estate of a master artist exhibited in many prominent international museums.• Develop corporate, community, gallery, and museum partnerships to place and sell art to design clients, retail stores, design centers, art and community events.• Created multi-channel promotions including on-line Web presence.• Plan and host gallery art exhibitions and local art shows including popular Art in the Garden event. Design and produce promotional materials, manage press and media coverage, and facilitate events.• Pursue and contract with artists and galleries in the U.S. and internationally. Represent emerging to renowned international artists, locally to New York City, Chicago, and Paris. Show less

): Led chamber activities including public relations, marketing, and event planning. Contributed to initial planning of successful Third Thursday Art Walk. Prepared press releases for The Downtown Edmonds Merchant’s Association participation in Christmas in Edmonds.

Invited to serve on the Board of Directors of the non-profit art board charting the establishment of a destination art center with a gallery, performing arts forum, restaurant, and studio space. Tapped to provide recognized expertise in board development, fundraising and event planning, marketing, and public relations. Created logo and design for all print promotions.• Identified needed contributors and expanded board membership from 5 to 11. Networked with philanthropists and increased… Show more Invited to serve on the Board of Directors of the non-profit art board charting the establishment of a destination art center with a gallery, performing arts forum, restaurant, and studio space. Tapped to provide recognized expertise in board development, fundraising and event planning, marketing, and public relations. Created logo and design for all print promotions.• Identified needed contributors and expanded board membership from 5 to 11. Networked with philanthropists and increased visibility in regional organizations.• Served as fundraising visionary, driving innovative fundraising events and programs including in-house dinner parties, corporate-sponsored public events drawing 650+, building sponsorship promotions, and the development of corporate matching funds, including partnership with the Boeing Company.• Contributed to capture of a $10,000 feasibility study grant from The Paul Allen Foundation. Show less

Transformed a small, local “Mom and Pop” magazine into a regional competitor through comprehensive re-envisioning of brand, look and feel, advertising, and editorial direction. Drove aggressive promotion, sponsorship, and co-op advertising programs, expanding sales production and hiring territorial sale representative staff. • Piloted a 330+% circulation explosion (15,000 to 65,000 in two years) through competitive analysis, development of content ideas /contributors, and… Show more Transformed a small, local “Mom and Pop” magazine into a regional competitor through comprehensive re-envisioning of brand, look and feel, advertising, and editorial direction. Drove aggressive promotion, sponsorship, and co-op advertising programs, expanding sales production and hiring territorial sale representative staff. • Piloted a 330+% circulation explosion (15,000 to 65,000 in two years) through competitive analysis, development of content ideas /contributors, and implementation of four-page, color advertising inserts and associated promotions.• Nurtured profitable relationships with high-visibility advertisers including Woodland Park Zoo, Point Defiance, and the Seattle Aquarium. Created “You otta adopt an otter” tax deductible Christmas gift campaign to help fund the Woodland Park Zoo’s ongoing programs. Generated multiple corporate and foundation sponsors that produced $20,000 in campaign revenue and $30,000 in add-on revenue.• Drove a near 400% increase in monthly revenue through expanded market presence and initiation of national and co-op advertising. • Positioned magazine for profitable sale and received Sales Manager position offer from chief regional competitor, Seattle’s Child. Show less

Heightened visibility and energized revenues through strategized application of promotion and networking activities. Developed Board membership and increased effectiveness while stimulating sales through program, promotion, and sponsorship campaigns. • Expanded market reach into the Seattle area, increasing ticket sales by 33%.• Created a collaborative partnership with the Russian Bolshoi Ballet integrating two principal dancers into the Olympic Ballet for special performances… Show more Heightened visibility and energized revenues through strategized application of promotion and networking activities. Developed Board membership and increased effectiveness while stimulating sales through program, promotion, and sponsorship campaigns. • Expanded market reach into the Seattle area, increasing ticket sales by 33%.• Created a collaborative partnership with the Russian Bolshoi Ballet integrating two principal dancers into the Olympic Ballet for special performances. Affiliation led to annual production of Giselle. • Increased profits through development of new sponsors funding advertising, costumes, and scholarships. Show less

Emerged as leading department sales producer (average $50,000 per month), consistently exceeding quotas. Captured account base of 200 within one year (including 20 agency accounts). Conceived and presented innovative cooperative organization and event promotions that increased sales revenue through multiple advertisers.