-Oversee Human Resources department, Information Systems department, and Communications/Marketing Department.-Create and implement internal communications strategy based on mission, vision, and values to inspire a customer service based workforce. Coach management and staff through implementation of strategies.-Prepare and review e-newsletters, annual report, brochures, pamphlets, flyers, surveys, and other marketing pieces for various departments; work includes writing, editing, coordinating development of data, proofreading, coordinating images, and dissemination.-Proactively provide information to media outlets by acting as spokesperson and media liaison to disseminate information to inform and educate the public through the writing, reviewing and editing of news releases, e-blasts, articles, postings, publications and scripts.-Oversee management of intranet site, internet sites, and social media.-Lead compilation of strategic plan, designing and writing final plan. -Organizes special events such as news conferences, open houses, tours, trainings, and ceremonies.-Provides and coordinates media, communications, and branding training to management and employees.-Develops and executes communication plans and public relations strategies for various campaigns, both internally and externally.-Actively works with management and personnel to create a positive culture and professional work environment through communication, training, and events.

-Proactively provide information to media outlets by acting as spokesperson and media liaison to disseminate information to inform and educate the public through the writing, reviewing and editing of news releases, emails, articles, postings, publications and scripts.-Promotes social media presence and manage the Intranet site and Internet sites. -Confers with personnel to identify trends and key group interests and public concerns.-Prepare and review brochures, pamphlets, fliers and other marketing pieces for various departments; work includes writing, editing, coordinating development of data, proofreading, coordinating images, and printing proof approvals. -Monitors media coverage and responds to media inquiries.-Organizes special events such as news conferences, open houses, tours, and ceremonies.-Develops improved communication tools, to ensure consistent and clear communication of policy and project information.-Develops and executes communication plans for various campaigns, both internally and externally. -Develops public relations strategies including educational and promotional materials for presentation; conducts tours of agency.-Develops, implements, and maintains an effective public information program and crisis communications program.-Establishes, develops and maintains contact with media, professional and civic organizations and other special interest groups to promote Authority programs.-Provides and coordinates media training to management and employees. -Maintain internal document integrity including coordinating the development of new policies and revisions to existing policies and assisting with the creation, maintenance, and disposal of official records.-Prepare board packets, meeting minutes, meeting summaries, and set up rooms with equipment and supplies necessary for meetings, as well as attend public meetings.-Provide photography support as needed.-Act as central purchasing agent for office supplies.

-Develop internal and external company communication materials and programs that effectively describe and promote the organization. -Contribute to media relations effort by writing press releases and appropriate distribution to media, as well as serve as spokesperson for the Authority. -Act as frontline brand representative by interacting with the public in real time on various web platforms. Create content for feeds, spark discussions, offer solutions and mediate conversation on various social networking sites.-Administer the Intranet site and Internet site, maintaining home page quality and integrity of content. Initiate technological improvements, seeking improved content and interactivity. Systematically evaluate use and usefulness of home page content. Manage links between the home page and other websites, troubleshoot problems and inefficiencies. -Assist with planning, implementing, and evaluating special events and outreach activities; coordinating some events in their entirety. -Assist with the preparation of documentation to outline strategies, goals, and initiatives.-Maintain internal document integrity including coordinating the development of new policies and revisions to existing policies and assisting with the creation, maintenance, and disposal of official records.-Prepare board packets, meeting minutes, meeting summaries, and set up rooms with equipment and supplies necessary for meetings, as well as attend public meetings and assist the recording secretary.-Provide photography support as needed.-Provide training and assistance in areas of expertise to other employees as needed -Act as central purchasing agent for office supplies, and monitor and maintain inventories of routinely used supplies.

-Assist with the design, drafting, and preparation of internal and external company communications -Assist with the development and organization of company-wide data and document management practices, policies, and procedures to promote conformity and facilitate information retrieval.-Develop and maintain the Internet and Intranet.-Plan employee events and outreach activities.-Assist with the preparation of documentation to outline strategies, goals, and initiatives.-Coordinate the development of new policies and revisions to existing policies.-Assist with the creation, maintenance, and disposal of official records.-Attend public meetings and assist the recording secretary.-Prepare board packets, meeting minutes, meeting summaries, and set up rooms with equipment and supplies necessary for meetings.-Act as central purchasing agent for office supplies, and monitor and maintain inventories of routinely used supplies.

Rhapsody in Rooms (www.rhapsodyinrooms.com) is a home décor and lifestyle blog where I share my home renovations, do-it-yourself projects and tutorials, recipes, and travel adventures. I am also the social media manager for the site, publicizing it on Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Instagram, Google Plus, and other social sites. I am also the photographer and photo editor for the site, as well as the site manager on WordPress.

I. Demonstrate organizational and managerial skills to execute three positions simultaneously (Marketing, Special Events, Facility Rentals) that showcase leadership, budgeting expertise, creativity, and analytical skills.II. Special Events –Plan the museum’s annual fundraising and outreach events, as well as create and implement smaller scale events for the museum. Recruit and work with community committees, create and execute timelines for events, train and manage up to 1 0 staff and volunteers, oversee publicity for events, and design the theme and decorations for each event. Substantially decreased expenditures for recent events through budget anagement.III. Marketing – Strategically create and implement yearly marketing plans for the museum as well as for each department to increase revenue and attendance. Expand social networking and online exposure by utilizing social media. Manage website content and current redesign project. Act as the face of the museum, network with the local community to create partnerships, attend outreach events, actively work with the media (press releases/media kits/TV and newspaper interviews), and expanded advertising to include a television commercial. Upgraded e-mail system to more effectively reach museum audience.IV. Facility Rentals – Manage the rental of two large capacity facilities by working with individual clients to plan, schedule, and implement various types of events, including wedding receptions, music videos, high school dances, and birthday parties. Schedule, supervise, and train twenty staff members to overseeV. Rentals. Wrote new contract and guidelines for rentals; implemented new safety procedures; created new promotional materials; established closer margins to increase profitability.

▪ Supported teams in fundraising, marketing, communications, and direct service delivery ▪ Assisted in writing, designing, and compiling a symposium kit ▪ Motivated parents to communicate, teach, and play with their children

▪ Solved everyday problems that occurred with customers▪ Communicated between customers and administration to help company meet needs of the customers▪ Served customers in a friendly and efficient manner

▪ Completed 100-hour training program in counseling, leadership, and teamwork▪ Counseled students on moral issues, character development▪ Created and delivered multimedia presentation emphasizing acceptance of diversity and moral standards