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New Berlin, New York, Us

Serve as Chobani's top government affairs lead, charged with developing and executing strategies for the company to influence public policy, consistent with our business interests, social impact goals and values. Represent and advance Chobani's agenda with elected officials and federal, state and local decision makers. Chobani uses food as a force for good. Our priorities are giving back to our communities and beyond: working to overcome childhood hunger, supporting immigrants and refugees, honoring veterans and protecting our planet.

Western Springs, Illinois, Us

Led all aspects of this innovative faith-based organization that works with farmers and their communities in the US to support farmers and their communities overseas. Manage staff who oversee 125 projects in 20 different states that provide funding for 40+ food security and agriculture development programs in two dozen countries in Africa, Asia and Latin America. Liaise with 22-person board. Represent the organization to donors, partners, farmers, agribusiness and other organizations.

Roma, Rm, It

Managed the immediate office of the Executive Director. Directed his transition as the new head of the world's largest humanitarian agency, with 17,000 employees, $6+ billion budget and 80+ million beneficiaries. Oversaw his schedule, travel and correspondence. Implemented successful strategy to prevent budget cuts and initiated initial investment in goodwill ambassadors’ initiative. Winner of 2020 Nobel Peace Prize.

Washington, Dc, Us

Directed national service program with 8000+ members who alleviate poverty and create opportunity. Managed $92 million budget and staff of 27. Developed new partnerships to expand national service. Served as spokesperson of the program with media, elected officials and external stakeholders. Coordinated with the White House on priority initiatives.https://indiancountrytoday.com/archive/shakopee-to-fund-national-americorps-vista-project-edqED1KFeEqMI-YUb7OjIQ

Washington, Dc, Us

Coordinated two of the Secretary's priority initiatives: Cultural Transformation and the StrikeForce initiative for Rural Growth and Opportunity. Advised the Assistant Secretary for Administration on issues of outreach, diversity and inclusion.

Washington, Dc, Us

Managed the relationships with Tribal nations across the Department of Agriculture's numerous agencies. Worked with various Tribes and tribal entities to ensure access to USDA programs.

Washington, District Of Columbia, Us

Served in the Office of Faith-based and Neighborhood Partnerships, coordinating the thirteen Partnership Centers at various federal agencies. Assisted the director in working with faith and community groups on a variety of issues, including immigration, foreign aid, child nutrition and providing assistance to those looking for a job. Hosted numerous events and gatherings at the White House for a wide range of groups.

Washington, Dc, Us

As part of Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack's Office, the Center worked with the White House and all parts of USDA to build partnerships with faith-based and secular non-profits to better serve those in need. We worked with congregations and organizations to connect them with the priorities and programs that USDA has to help feed hungry people, revitalize Rural America and a host of other activities. The Center led efforts with First Lady Michelle Obama's Let's Move! initiative, the Feds Feed Families nationwide food drive and interfaith outreach.

Washington, Dc, Us

First director of this non-profit that was founded by Bread for the World to help build the political will to end hunger, in our country and around the world. Tripled the membership of Christian, Jewish and Muslim groups, corporations, universities and others. Helped to strengthen the UN's International Alliance Against Hunger, building partnerships in Jordan, Ghana and Guatemala. Recruited my former boss, Ambassador and former Congressman Tony Hall, as successor.

Washington, Dc, Us

Provided policy analysis and diplomatic planning for the formulation and implementation of objectives in the arenas of humanitarian assistance, food aid and agriculture development. Wrote speeches, op-eds and reports and served as primary spokesperson. Organized all aspects of the Ambassador's travel to investigate global humanitarian situations.

Us

Communicated Congressman Tony Hall's positions to a variety of audiences and coordinated multi-faceted legislative campaigns to win passage of legislative priorities. Drafted speeches, memoranda and correspondence on domestic poverty issues, among others.

Washington, Dc, Us

Served as first director of this unique leadership development programs that combines direct service with public policy experience. Created all aspects of the program and served as one of the first employees as the organization was founded.

Ma In Religious Studies, Social Ethics

Certificate, Non-Profit Management

Ba, Political Science, International Relations And German