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Woodbridge, Va, Us

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

Alexandria, Virginia, United States

* Composed SWOT analysis and benchmarking against 10 peer institutions, organized 3 focus groups, and developed 6 surveys to make recommendations that resulted in creating an inaugural student volunteer program * Recruited and co-led 50 volunteers to execute GW Flag Day 2019 to generate student awareness of alumni philanthropy and recognize 1,500 donors; engaged 2,000 students through direct interaction and 300 via social media* Served as newsletter project lead and editor for nine editions of the GW Presidential Fellowship newsletter distributed to an audience of over 150 Fellowship alumni, preceptors, and key university leaders; disseminated key information on the Fellowship's activities and university initiatives, which assisted in achieving 87% engagement and 40.3% among the program's alumni from 2017-2018 (approximately 5% growth in engagement and a 10% growth in giving from previous year)* Maintained contact information on over 150 program alumni; assisted in planning and execution of 10 events to engage over 200 Presidential Fellowship alumni, preceptors, family members, and senior university leadership in professional development, social, and community service activities

Washington D.C. Metro Area

* Supervised the on-boarding and professional development of three summer interns * Read and reviewed daily news publications related to US national cyber security and provided detailed summaries to Managing Director to inform panel topics and presentation talking points* Managed website content updates of the Center's fellow bios; reviewed and edited articles composed by Fellows, Center's keynote events summaries by interns. * Managed CRM (Constant Contact) system; uploaded new contact information and coordinated 10 event invites for over 1000 subscribers.* Managed intern research project to produce a summarized inventory of all federal cybersecurity policy papers on strategy for critical infrastructure protection, risk management, cyber deterrence & incident response capabilities, and international efforts to regulate cyberspace

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Conducted peer analysis of winning grant proposals to scope data needs and structure proposal content; coordinated data requests from 15 relevant stakeholders and monitored timely receipt to inform proposal development and writing• Collaborated with associates in composing, editing, refining proposal to articulate decision-makers’ consensus; attained 3 Department of Education grant awards, exceeding $700,000 in annual funding for FY2019- 2021 grant cycle• Selected as a research assistant and editor to Dean of the Elliott School in support of a book project

• Planned and executed 30 service projects in support of 8 community partners; mobilized 250 volunteers throughout the DC Metropolitan area via direct recruiting and social media marketing to generate over $40,000 in impact* Served as point of continuity in program development for AmeriCorps Vista members* Led planning and execution of the Veterans Day of Service in 2015 and 2017, involving 150 (80 in 2015) recruited volunteers distributed across seven partner organizations throughout the Washington DC region involving a budget exceeding $8,000

The George Washington University

* Served as interim executive assistant to Associate Provost; * supported office relocation and ensured timely restoration of IT, property management, and communication services for uninterrupted business operations

Greater Pittsburgh Area

Community Shelter Program and Logistics Intern, Pittsburgh, PA May 2015 – July 2015• Inventoried and maintained readiness of 3 Disaster Services vehicles; inventoried and standardized mobile shelter client service kits for more than 20 shelter trailers supporting the Greater Pittsburgh area for disaster preparedness to achieve operational readiness standards and ensure timely response to complex emergencies• Monitored and updated chapter’s Community Shelter Team database to inform leadership of training needs and personnel readiness levels • Updated shelter feeding agreements with more than 20 regional vendors supporting Red Cross disaster aid to maintain readiness and ensure timely, efficient delivery of emergency food relief • Synthesized, edited, and formatted a chapter-specific training manual for Disaster Action Team leadership to standardize operational procedures for over 50 volunteers and deconflict operational guidelines.

Washington D.C. Metro Area

* Provided customer service and counsel to over 1,700 enrolled and prospective military-affiliated students on military educational benefits use; * Monitored certification requests to ensure timely delivery and validated accuracy of accounting; * Referred and directed veterans to appropriate campus and local resources for transition assistance and benefits inquiries* Monitored student benefit requests and advised student veterans on concerns with their application or certification* Contributed to a team that was rated as #1 student service provider in graduating student surveys, accredited by the Department of Veteran Affairs as adhering to "Principals of Excellence" standards of service

West Point, Ny

Group (Squad) Leader, June 2013 – August 2013Managed the development, performance, and welfare of 9 personnel in rigorous physical and professional development training; created and administered training events focused on meeting organizational preparedness needs and developing leaders. • served as primary instructor, advisor, and counselor for tactical operations, personnel management, performance appraisal and professional development; created and implemented concurrent training to improve team knowledge and proficiency • Developed and executed a physical training program for 43 personnel; ensured all exceeded physical readiness standards• Responsible for preservation and application of military equipment valued at over $30,000; maintained 100% accountability and maintenance of all assigned materials with no recorded loss or damage to property. • Applied critical thinking and exercised judgment to resolve complex scenarios; formed assessments in fast-paced scenarios to preserve personnel safety, mitigate risk, conserve resources, and achieve operational goalsSCUSA 64 Conference Assistant Supply Officer, October 2012 – November 2012• Assisted in planning housing and acquiring dining arrangements; jointly managed budget and equipment valued at over $25,000 to successfully accommodate over 200 attending delegates and 50 staff members• Supervised 5 assisting cadets in waste management, food distribution, luggage collection/distribution, and deployment of all academic technologies necessary to successfully facilitate the four-day conference

Fort Leonard Wood, Mo; Indiana, Pa

• Developed and obtained certification in basic combat infantry skills and tactics, first aid, communication, and physical fitness• Selected as 1 of 2 soldiers in 200+ member organization to represent & compete in Best Warrior Competition for 1000+ member organization• Selected as 1 of 100 soldiers in the entire US Army Reserve to attend the US Military Academy and complete a rigorous 47-month program of rigorous physical, academic, military, and leadership education

Master'S Degree, Security Policy Studies, Gpa 3.93

Security Policy Studies (SPS) is a policy-oriented master's degree program focusing on international security issues, with a particular.

Bachelor Of Arts (B.A.), International Relations And Affairs, Gpa 3.74

Activities and Societies: GW Veterans Alpha Phi Omega GW Academic Integrity Council Sigma Iota Rho Camp Kesem GW GW Knights of Columbus

Bachelor Of Science In International Relations, International Relations And Affairs, Class Of 2015

Activities and Societies: Sandhurst (Bravo Company, 1st Regiment, USCC) SCUSA 62-63 CCCC Knights of ColumbusEntered USMA on June 27, 2011..