At Mama Mel's Pet Food, we deeply understand that your dog holds a special place within your cherished family. Just as your desire for the finest for them, we share that commitment. Imagine us as your dog's dedicated personal chef, skillfully preparing a variety of mouthwatering and healthful food toppers and treats that cater to their well-being.​Recognizing the real worries surrounding food allergies and sensitivities, which impact both pets and their families, Mama Mel's Pet Food… Show more At Mama Mel's Pet Food, we deeply understand that your dog holds a special place within your cherished family. Just as your desire for the finest for them, we share that commitment. Imagine us as your dog's dedicated personal chef, skillfully preparing a variety of mouthwatering and healthful food toppers and treats that cater to their well-being.​Recognizing the real worries surrounding food allergies and sensitivities, which impact both pets and their families, Mama Mel's Pet Food stands proudly as a solution. We meticulously create alternatives such as grain-free and chicken-free options, thoughtfully crafted to ensure your pets' dietary needs are met with love and care. Show less

Manage Tampa Bay region operations encompassing arrival / pick up process, school day transition processes, crisis management practices, facilities management processes, and volunteer management. Oversee communication plans within region, research state / county education regulations, and develop relationships with third party partners offering services to schools. Identify property for future campus sites meeting statutory and budgetary limitations. Collaborate with real estate and… Show more Manage Tampa Bay region operations encompassing arrival / pick up process, school day transition processes, crisis management practices, facilities management processes, and volunteer management. Oversee communication plans within region, research state / county education regulations, and develop relationships with third party partners offering services to schools. Identify property for future campus sites meeting statutory and budgetary limitations. Collaborate with real estate and construction management teams ensuring schools open on-time and within budget. Monitor performance and coach / mentor Operations staff to achieve goals.Selected Skills:* Operations Management & Streamlining* Continuous Process Improvement* Crisis Management * Communications Plan Development & Implementation* Facilities & Volunteer Management* Strategic Partnership Development* Budgeting & Cost Control* Performance Measurement* Staff Onboarding, Coaching, & Mentoring* Brand Awareness & Market Penetration* Regulatory Research & Compliance* Full Lifecycle Project Management* Program Development & Management* Community Outreach Program Design & Implementation* Leadership & Team Building* Change Management Show less

Provided direct oversight to Chief Financial Officer managing $12B budget with 99% of funds passed through agency to schools as subsidy from state and federal grants / allocations. Set independent vision, mission, and goals to promote working across offices driving process improvement and communication within department and agency.Selected Skills:* Operations Management * Budgeting & Cost Reduction* Vision & Mission Communications* Continuous Process Improvement*… Show more Provided direct oversight to Chief Financial Officer managing $12B budget with 99% of funds passed through agency to schools as subsidy from state and federal grants / allocations. Set independent vision, mission, and goals to promote working across offices driving process improvement and communication within department and agency.Selected Skills:* Operations Management * Budgeting & Cost Reduction* Vision & Mission Communications* Continuous Process Improvement* Public Relations & Communications* Safety Program Development & Implementation* Contract Negotiations & Management* Staff Onboarding Process Improvement* Employee Retention & Training* Performance Measurement* Audit Finding Reduction & Resolution* Performance Evaluation Management* Staff Recognition Program Implementation* Risk Management Tool Development* Regulatory Compliance* Risk Assessment & Mitigation* Agency Communications & Relations Show less

Led 10 team members managing 10 to 15 local and national clients implementing numerous campaigns. Collaborated with national client organization to develop grassroots and media relations campaign plans focused on addressing public policy and image goals. Built relationships with Fortune 500 corporation and public affairs firms in the Washington, D.C. area. Managed $1M public affairs budget and engaged in client relationship management. Implemented campaigns, hired sub-contractors across the… Show more Led 10 team members managing 10 to 15 local and national clients implementing numerous campaigns. Collaborated with national client organization to develop grassroots and media relations campaign plans focused on addressing public policy and image goals. Built relationships with Fortune 500 corporation and public affairs firms in the Washington, D.C. area. Managed $1M public affairs budget and engaged in client relationship management. Implemented campaigns, hired sub-contractors across the country, and shared best practices and successes. Served on 2 successful gubernatorial campaigns.Selected Skills:* Client Relationship Building* Campaign Development & Implementation* Public Relations & Communications* Policy & Procedure Development* Budgeting & Cost Controls* Branding & Messaging* Full Lifecycle Project Management* Marketing & Communications Programs* Community & Media Relations Show less