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Sacramento, California Area

Successfully managed the firm's 40th anniversary party with 400 guests which comprised of clients, colleagues and staff and our families. Establishing Porter Scott as the leading civil defense litigation firm in Sacramento and northern California having defended municipalities, local business owners, employers, companies and organizations for four decades. Strengthening this niche via our digital or advertising presence, conferences, sponsored events, and charitable opportunities within our… Show more Successfully managed the firm's 40th anniversary party with 400 guests which comprised of clients, colleagues and staff and our families. Establishing Porter Scott as the leading civil defense litigation firm in Sacramento and northern California having defended municipalities, local business owners, employers, companies and organizations for four decades. Strengthening this niche via our digital or advertising presence, conferences, sponsored events, and charitable opportunities within our community. Show less

Los Angeles, Ca

Managed outreach and grassroots marketing projects for 10 nationally distributed films, mobilized national and local audiences resulting in box office revenue upwards of $60 million. Forged partnerships with notable influencers, including political, business, military, and faith leaders as well as investors, corporations and non-profit organizations to achieve shared goals. Planned and organized 100+ screenings, events, and meetings, proactively managing a client relationship from start of… Show more Managed outreach and grassroots marketing projects for 10 nationally distributed films, mobilized national and local audiences resulting in box office revenue upwards of $60 million. Forged partnerships with notable influencers, including political, business, military, and faith leaders as well as investors, corporations and non-profit organizations to achieve shared goals. Planned and organized 100+ screenings, events, and meetings, proactively managing a client relationship from start of project to final execution. Collaborated with Executive Producers, including Mark Burnett (Survivor, The Voice, Shark Tank, Celebrity Apprentice) and Roma Downey (The Dovekeepers, Answered Prayers) to develop effective brand messaging across communication platforms, including social media, press releases, print materials, flyers, memos, and special events. Screening Host Responsibilities: Coordinated the entire event flow and managed overall guest experience for over 200 to 2,500 people. Identified local area influencers, performed invites, activity registration and follow-up. Escorted key VIPS, producers, and talent. Served as onsite film representative. Managed publicity of local press for on-the-spot interviews. Facilitated A/V logistics and equipment. Negotiated venue contracts and cash management. Trouble-shooted event obstacles. Supervised and trained local vendors and volunteers. Secured strategic partnerships with shared goals.Feature films include: Captive, Son of God, Heaven Is for Real, The Hornet’s Nest, The Good Lie, Little Boy, The Christmas Candle. Feature TV programs include: The Bible miniseries (The History Channel), American Bible Challenge (GSN), and Veggies Tales In The House (Netflix.) Show less

New York, Ny

Created an ethos and framework for the corporation’s first marketing department by spearheading cross-departmental communication. Coordinated internal meetings with department heads and reporters to understand specific needs, workload, and process. Supervised production of an engaging video about The Christian Post for circulation in various markets to drive website traffic. Established presence at national conferences and publicity events to attract a younger demographic. Pioneered and… Show more Created an ethos and framework for the corporation’s first marketing department by spearheading cross-departmental communication. Coordinated internal meetings with department heads and reporters to understand specific needs, workload, and process. Supervised production of an engaging video about The Christian Post for circulation in various markets to drive website traffic. Established presence at national conferences and publicity events to attract a younger demographic. Pioneered and negotiated coverage of The Dove Awards (Contemporary Christian Music), including video coverage of red carpet and award-winner interviews. Targeted exposure at the National Religious Broadcasters Convention. Negotiated sponsorship contract, exhibition booth placement, and marketing video for hotel room televisions and plenary session. Coordinated video interview of keynote speaker. Orchestrated meetings for company CEO. Exposure at the NRB resulted in radio and website advertising opportunities. Invited high-level leaders and actors to come to the NY office for interviews. Web traffic increased from $7 million to $7.5 million during my tenure. Show less

New York, Ny

Charged with responsibility of creating internal unity among the associations 600M alliance members in 7 continents and 129 member countries. Supervised organizational rebranding efforts, including redesign of website, marketing materials, email signatures, business cards, corporate letterhead, and investor packets. Designed and administered a project to facilitate internal teamwork and usage of the intranet for communication. Interviewed various alliances in a few countries to gather feedback… Show more Charged with responsibility of creating internal unity among the associations 600M alliance members in 7 continents and 129 member countries. Supervised organizational rebranding efforts, including redesign of website, marketing materials, email signatures, business cards, corporate letterhead, and investor packets. Designed and administered a project to facilitate internal teamwork and usage of the intranet for communication. Interviewed various alliances in a few countries to gather feedback on successes and needs. Shaped information into stories to foster communication among members. Played key role in establishing Evangelical Protestant representation at the United Nations. Show less

Nanjing, Jiangsu, China

Created and taught American culture curriculum to college students Three classes with over 30 students each

Los Angeles, Ca

Independently initiated and managed a grassroots marketing campaign for the film Amazing Grace in the UK and South Korea. Targeted promotion in every aspect of culture: music, education, politics, history, media/entertainment, and faith. Established a satellite office in London, responsible for a staff of 7 and $325K budget, resulting in a #1 box office spot with $4.6 million in earnings, a 14x ROI. Forged strategic partnerships with 20+ organizations. Hosted 13 screenings in 3 weeks all over… Show more Independently initiated and managed a grassroots marketing campaign for the film Amazing Grace in the UK and South Korea. Targeted promotion in every aspect of culture: music, education, politics, history, media/entertainment, and faith. Established a satellite office in London, responsible for a staff of 7 and $325K budget, resulting in a #1 box office spot with $4.6 million in earnings, a 14x ROI. Forged strategic partnerships with 20+ organizations. Hosted 13 screenings in 3 weeks all over the UK from York to Northern Ireland, Scotland to Wales including high-level screenings for members of the U.K. Parliament and the U.S. Senate; led to making the abolition of slavery as a mandatory subject in national U.K. curriculum and also spawned the passing of U.S. Senate Resolution, a declaration co-sponsored by 4 Senators bringing awareness to William Wilberforce and the commemoration of the abolition of slavery in the U.K. Flew to Australia and South Korea to launch similar campaigns. Secured nationwide awareness of William Wilberforce, the Abolition of the Slave Trade Act of 1887, and the modern day slavery issue. Helped the US increase its in knowledge of William Wilberforce from 1 in 7 to 1 in 5 people (post-film) and a doubling of respondents with a ‘very aware knowledge’ from 9 to 18 million Americanshttp://www.inspiremagazine.org.uk/news?newsaction=view&newsid=949 Show less

Boston, Ma

Appealed hundreds of cases to reinstate insurance coverage for crippled children and the elderly. Researched and appealed cases before and Administrative Law Judge to provide evidence and work to redefine the definition of ‘custodial care.’ Generated revenue for the Commonwealth by ensuring service providers billed Medicaid as the payer of last resort.

San Francisco, Ca

Managed trust accounts totaling $31M. Carefully reviewed contracts for trust accounts with varied net worth and diverse principals and goals, paying close attention to prohibitive actions of trustees and beneficiaries. Ensured compliance with trust laws, bank policies, and federal/state regulations. Researched accounts/investments and prepared monthly reports. Implemented adjustments in distributions in accordance with changes in laws governing estates and gift taxes. Pioneered collaboration… Show more Managed trust accounts totaling $31M. Carefully reviewed contracts for trust accounts with varied net worth and diverse principals and goals, paying close attention to prohibitive actions of trustees and beneficiaries. Ensured compliance with trust laws, bank policies, and federal/state regulations. Researched accounts/investments and prepared monthly reports. Implemented adjustments in distributions in accordance with changes in laws governing estates and gift taxes. Pioneered collaboration among bankers, attorneys, and portfolio managers to maximize investment potential and achieve unified financial goals on behalf of clients. Acquired new $5M account and Exceeded sales goals by 150%. Show less

J.D., Litigation

B.A., English