-Advisory and strategic role representing the USCSA within the industry and among college athletes-Assist the Board of Directors and all organizational committees to drive the USCSA forward towards its strategic vision, which includes regular engagement with external partners and stakeholders, a continued understanding of industry trends, awareness of USCSA priorities, and consistent tracking of the five-year strategic plan implemented in 2022-Efficiently and effectively manage the daily operations of the USCSA to fully achieve its mission and maximize value to all members and stakeholders.The USCSA is the preeminent governing body for collegiate team ski racing and snowboarding in America. Made up of over 145 member colleges and universities and 5,000 student athletes, the USCSA holds competitions across 11 Conferences in the United States, culminating in 6 Regional Competitions and the U.S. Collegiate Ski & Snowboard National Championships in March of each year. The USCSA is unique because we value team competition first and foremost, with camaraderie and fellowship at the heart of our organization.The USCSA’s mission is to be the national governing body of collegiate team ski and snowboard competition in the United States; to promote and increase awareness of and participation in alpine skiing, Nordic skiing, free skiing and snowboarding; and to provide competition and development opportunities for student athletes in a team atmosphere leading toward U.S. Collegiate Ski & Snowboard National Championships in each discipline.

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Key accomplishments as the first ED of AMCCF:-Brought the Foundation from initial set-up phase into full engagement with, and impact within, Alterra’s communities-- then expanded the Foundation’s programmatic reach to 60 communities (all U.S. and Canadian Ikon Pass partners)-Listening sessions at 15+ communities with resort staff and local community foundations to gather input on needs-Brought in an additional $3m gift to support mental health in mountain communities-Diversified the Board and established regular meetings to build engagement and bring balanced perspectives-Organized our first-ever strategic planning session; finalized two versions of a three-year strategic plan-Refined the existing grant program (emergency relief and hardship assistance) and added two additional programs-Revamped the bylaws to meet the needs of a growing national organization-Managed, designed and oversaw the set-up of a voluntary paycheck deduction option to donate to the Foundation and local organizations across Alterra’s communities-Established an investment policy-Established a fiscal sponsorship option for Alterra communities that do not have a local community foundation-Oversaw a $3m operating budget-Managed over $3m in grantmaking over two years-Organized the Foundation's first two fundraising events-Set up the Foundation’s first website and finalized its first logo; designed and oversaw the website revamp a year later

Key accomplishments as the first female Executive Director of NSP: -Revitalized NSP's presence and reputation within the industry by building collaborative relationships with ski areas-Elevated NSP’s public image at industry events, conferences, trade shows and stakeholder meetings and in the press-Rebuilt the office culture by instilling systems of transparency, communication and trust among staff -Completely overhauled the strategic plan with national volunteer leadership and produced monthly board reports-Built a new public-facing website to elevate the NSP brand, engage key stakeholders and improve SEO-Increased contributions and deliverables from NSP’s two largest corporate sponsors-Compiled NSP’s first-ever annual donor reports and increased fundraising by 4x through new grants and campaigns-Implemented new DEI initiatives and completed “Inclusion on the Slopes” inclusion training with peer industry CEOs-Enhanced NSP’s engagement in the risk management and insurance claims conversations related to the ski industry-Streamlined operations of NSP's Exchange Visitor Program with the U.S. Department of State by bringing it in-house-Strengthened the connection between NSP and its Professional Division by dedicating attention to paid patrollers-Oversaw the 501c3’s $3.5m budget-Led and inspired the national office staff of 18 and streamlined national operationsThe National Ski Patrol is a federally-chartered 501(c)(3) nonprofit membership association and the leading authority of on-mountain safety through its education and training programs for safety service providers. The organization includes over 31,000 members serving 650 ski and bike patrols in the U.S., Canada, Europe and Asia.

Key accomplishments as Executive Director of The Leaders Initiative*:-Launched the Colorado Governors Fellowship Program with bipartisan support from current and former governors-Collaborated with policymakers, the Governor’s Office and TLI’s Board to create Fellowship programming and content-Oversaw press coverage and op-eds in Fox Business, STAT, MarketWatch, Governing, the Denver Business Journal and Colorado Business Roundtable-Brought in $90,000 in support from regional foundations and organizations and +$55K in Board contributions-Managed the 501c3’s $350K budget-Restructured the Board of Directors to ensure compliance and effective governance*Now part of CiviCO, TLI works at the intersection of the public, private and nonprofit communities to engage leaders in applying their skills across sectors and industries.

Key accomplishments as President of QF Group, Inc.*:-Managed all Enrichment Series programming, content creation and vendor management-Oversaw partnerships with McKinsey & Company and the Good Wood Club (over $40K/yr. for QF’s Scholarship Program)-Managed membership and increased member numbers by over 50% in nine months-Overhauled communications and marketing strategies, brand management and the entire website to engage current and potential members and sponsors-Managed the +$500K budget for the 501c4 and streamlined all past and current accounting and finances-Ensured compliance by restructuring the Board of Directors, working on strategic planning, defining and executing on QF’s mission and vision, and managing leadership roles and responsibilities*Now part of CiviCO, QF is a Colorado-based leadership organization that connects, educates and inspires the state's best emerging leaders.

-Led the policy department by directing and executing programming around five pillars (trade, environment, community, education, culture) for the biannual Denver events and interim trips abroad-2016 Summit to Brazil: directed the program for 45 high-level U.S. delegates visiting São Paulo and Rio de Janeiro-2015 Biennial festival: created the programming and convened 400 local and international leaders, CEOs, public officials and former heads of state for the Ideas Program’s nine policy workshops, three symposia and six panels-2014 Mexico City Summit: co-hosted delegation of 85 U.S. delegates and directed two policy workshops

-Managed marketing and outreach initiatives for donors, Board Members and volunteers-Increased funding sources through event management, online crowdsourcing, grant research and writing-Trained new staff, streamlined the organization’s financial records and managed the donor database of 2000+

-Researched investor behavior, market gaps and growth potential in impact investing and venture philanthropy sectors-Created the CRM database of 1800+-Edited press releases and grant applications-Managed networking requests

-Managed communications with 100+ world-renowned leaders, CEOs and innovators in renewable energy-Created CRM database-Wrote sponsorship proposals

June 2008-December 2010 and December 2012-February 2013:-Overhauled all office operations, managed communications, and completed payroll and accounting duties-Assisted in trial preparation, organized exhibits, docketed deadlines and transcribed pleadings and discovery-Completed Certified Paralegal training in administrative law, criminal law, family law and litigation

-International Economics-Microeconomics

-Conducted research on Chilean foreign trade practices by attending seminars, videoconferences, workshops and meetings (all in Spanish) on national economic development projects-Produced written analyses (in Spanish) of the project development of regional entrepreneurial agricultural initiatives-Presented my analysis and recommendations (in Spanish) on international marketing and export strategies at CORFO’s workshop on the trade value of Chile’s cultural heritage and associated business dynamics

-Gained knowledge and insight into the operations and business dynamics of Santa Clara and Monterey County businesses looking to export their products and services-Supported the staff of International Trade Experts counseling small-to-medium sized companies on export marketing and promotion through background checks on overseas partners, guidance on export finance, marketing tools and the coordination of trade missions-Assisted in the promotion of U.S. businesses abroad through the San Jose U.S. Export Assistance Center, a government export trade program-Provided administrative support in the office’s work to plan, develop and implement export programs and strategies for U.S. companies, provision of information on the U.S. Department of Commerce to support expanding trade, assistance toward U.S. companies in identifying and exploring export opportunities in overseas markets, responses to requests for information on market conditions and challenges, and maintenance of contact with U.S. industries, agencies and organizations involved in international trade

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I rose from hostess to server to Assistant Manager at this world-renowned bar and restaurant, managing a staff of +30 and honing my skills in customer service, staff management, operations and financial transactions.

-Coordinated events; arranged meetings and took minutes; organized all other scheduling-Managed enrollment of new members

-Co-Manager at Corbet's Cabin and Headwall Pizza (Dec 2004 - Mar 2005 & Dec 2005 - Mar 2006)-Floor Coordinator & Lead Cashier at Casper Restaurant (Dec 2003 - Mar 2004)

-Managed communications with media, world-renowned leaders, CEOs, gourmets and all staff-Oversaw all office affairs, domestic and international promotional events, new projects and international hires