Leading financial operations for the Division of Youth Services, managing $166M+ budgets made up of State General Fund and Federal grants. Directing reporting, forecasting, and analysis. Streamlining procurement processes and mentoring teams. Expertise in budget planning and legislative advocacy, ensuring compliance. Division lead for legislative fiscal note analysis and response.• Spearhead comprehensive financial reporting, forecasting, and expenditure analysis, facilitating informed decision-making for Division leadership, 15 24-hour operational facilities and programming supporting the full continuum of juvenile justice interventions, from early contact to re-entry• Streamline vendor solicitation and procurement processes, optimizing resource utilization and enhancing cost-efficiency while maintaining compliance with State fiscal regulations.• Develop and monitor scope of work and deliverables for program initiatives, fostering collaboration and alignment with divisional objectives.• Improve fiscal transparency and accountability through meticulous contract issuance and monitoring, mitigating risks and ensuring adherence to regulatory standards.• Direct a multidisciplinary team of six fiscal and contracting professionals, providing mentorship and guidance and fostering a culture of excellence in financial management.• Serve as the go-to subject matter expert on fiscal compliance, budget planning, and administration of multiple appropriations and Federal grants for a workforce of over 1,300 FTEs, guiding strategic decision-making• Division lead for legislative fiscal note responses including cost analysis and narrative responses advocating for division needs in alignment with the pending legislation analyzed.

Expertly managed $31M+ in diverse funds for the Center for Health and Environmental Data (CHED). Spearheaded budget allocation, financial reporting, and vendor procurement. Led a high-performing fiscal and contracting team, provided invaluable subject matter expertise, and advised the Division director. Served as co-chair on the Department Senior Management team, contributing to strategic decision-making and cross-functional collaboration. Division lead for legislative fiscal note analysis and response.• Directed and optimized financial operations for CHED, ensuring meticulous management of funds from Federal grants, State appropriations, cash receipts, and private donations• Led comprehensive budget planning, reporting, and forecasting activities, aligning financial strategies with organizational goals across seven work units• Implemented streamlined processes for vendor solicitation and procurement, driving cost-efficiency and compliance with regulatory standards• Mentored and empowered a team of five fiscal and contracting professionals, fostering a culture of accountability and excellence in financial management• Provided authoritative guidance on fiscal matters, budget development, and Federal grant compliance, ensuring alignment with Federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations and State fiscal rules• Collaborated within Department workgroups, contributing to the development and enhancement of organizational processes and initiatives• Played a key role in strategic leadership and management decisions, actively supporting Department and Division strategic objectives• Division lead for legislative fiscal note responses including cost analysis and narrative responses advocating for division needs in alignment with the pending legislation analyzed

• Drove financial operations for the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response (OEPR), managing a $23.2 million budget. Ensured rigorous compliance with Federal and State regulations. Led budget oversight, reporting, vendor procurement, and contract management. Provided expert guidance to a team of five and fostered growth and operational excellence. . Division lead for legislative fiscal note analysis and response.• Led comprehensive budget planning processes, monitoring expenditures and forecasting future financial needs with precision• Championed strict adherence to Federal Office of Management and Budget (OMB) regulations and State fiscal rules, ensuring impeccable compliance across all fiscal activities• Directed seamless financial reporting efforts, maintaining transparency and accountability in fund utilization to key stakeholders and regulatory bodies• Optimized vendor procurement processes, establishing strategic partnerships to maximize cost-efficiency and resource utilization• Developed and monitored contracts with sub-awardees, ensuring alignment with OEPR's mission and objectives while mitigating risks• Provided authoritative guidance on fiscal matters and Federal grant compliance, empowering a team of 35 professionals with in-depth expertise and support• Mentored and managed a team of five contract and administrative professionals, fostering growth and efficiency• Division lead for legislative fiscal note responses including cost analysis and narrative responses advocating for division needs in alignment with the pending legislation analyzed

• Led contract administration and business management for the Office of Emergency Preparedness and Response. Developed scopes of work, managed vendor procurement, and supported budget development. Provided fiscal monitoring, analysis, and guidance to optimize operational efficiency• Oversaw comprehensive development of scopes of work, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory standards• Executed efficient vendor procurement and sub-awardee contract management, optimizing resource utilization and operational effectiveness• Provided crucial support to the Branch Operations Manager in budget development and spending authority management, enhancing financial accountability• Conducted meticulous fiscal monitoring and budget analysis, driving informed decision-making and resource optimization

Identified and recruited individuals to serve on NPCC’s first Public Policy Advisory Committee, participated in meetings with potential ally organizations, elected officials and community leaders to promote the work of Prevention First Colorado, and performed public policy research. Reported to the Political Director.

Provided customer support by processing bank transactions, resolve account issues and to match needs with appropriate bank services. Responsible for enforcing bank and federal regulations including Bank Secrecy Act, verification of monetary instrument legality, and customer identification. Maintained $10,000 cash drawer.

Internship at the Democratic National Convention, CNN.com. Assisted in digital media production, correspondence, editing, transcription. Conducted interviews and research, aided with creation of multimedia interactive projects for site, monitored CNN Political Ticker updates and comments, assisted producers and high profile interview subjects.

Contracted, coordinated and managed all aspects of 26th Annual Conference including programs and presenters, A/V equipment, printed materials & signage, catering, all pre and post conference tourism, attendee accommodations and room blocks, and sponsorship procurement. My previous employer, acting as IMTA’s 2001 Chairman, requested my leadership of this short-term project.

Annually negotiated, contracted and managed all vendor contracts. Managed largest inventory of wholesale hotel room blocks on Vancouver Island, BC, Canada. Created, packaged, priced and forecasted all retail travel packages and tour components in two currencies, and acted as primary liaison between vendors and both external travel clients and internal sales team. Tracked and analyzed hotel package sales and web site traffic. Managed production and launch of first corporate web site and annually produced print marketing piece. Created and managed sales team training and incentive programs. Speech writing for the President/CEO.

Negotiated, drafted and managed all vendor contracts for all hotel, tour, catering and transportation providers to create custom group tour packages (defined by the use of 10+ hotel rooms and add-on tours) based on unique and specific customer needs. Created, proposed and managed all custom tour packages from initial inquiry through tour completion and follow-up.