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Ohio, United States

Marketer of Real Estate services, specializing in representing retail Buyers and Sellers and investors in Central Ohio.

Columbus, Ohio Metropolitan Area

Acquisitions and Dispositions Agent for a real estate investment marketplace focused on Central Ohio. Skilled at identifying, acquiring, and selling both on- and off-market investment properties.2023 Accomplishments: -41 closed deals-Top agent (units & volume) in Columbus, OH market-Top 150 New Western agent nationwide

Columbus, Ohio

Lead scout for Central Ohio / City of Columbus for the Columbus Crew Academy. Focused on identification of talent in the U11-U14 ages and in underserved communities.

Columbus, Ohio

Managed the player identification, recruitment, and signing processes across all Crew Academy programs in multiple Academy seasons - a span of birth years 2002-2013. Notably, the 2022-23 Crew Academy recruiting class contributed to all Crew Academy teams (U15, U17, U19) qualifying for MLS Next Playoffs for the first time in Club history, as well as best-ever finishes at the Generation adidas Cup, one of the top youth soccer tournaments in the world.At present, 6 Academy signings made during my time leading the department have made professional debuts for Columbus Crew 2 or other professional clubs.Academy Programs managed:• Trial Program• Scouting Network• Recruitment Events• Pre-Academy Program (U8-U13)• Billet (Homestay) Program

Columbus, Ohio

Managed all operational aspects of the Crew Academy across multiple seasons. Highlights include: operational leadership during and immediately following the COVID-19 shutdown, and ensuing return to play; Academy's transition into new league MLS Next; facility scheduling and transition into the new OhioHealth Performance Center; daily communication to all Academy families; travel planning for all teams across the continental United States; and launch of several new scouting & recruitment initiatives.

Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, Ohio

• Capture, store, edit, and analyze video from Columbus Crew SC First Team training sessions and matches.• Assist coaching staff with pre-scout of upcoming opponents.

Columbus, Ohio

• Film, edit, and analyze video from Crew SC Academy (U-14 to U-19) training sessions and matches to assist development of individual players and team tactics.• Prepare scouting reports on upcoming match opponents.• Scout prospective Academy players from across the United States.• Assist Academy General Manager with off-field strategy and various front office projects.

• Medicare for All NOW! is a non-profit organization that advocates for a health care system that will ensure all Americans receive high-quality health care for less overall costs.

Columbus, Ohio

• Sunday Creek Horizons LLC is a full-service communications, advocacy, and business development firm dedicated to improving the lives of Appalachian Ohioans.sundaycreekhorizons.com

Columbus, Ohio

Wrote featured profile stories on local community organizations, leaders, and businesses, including:Community• 50 Years of LGBTQ+ History in Columbus• The Final Third Foundation (https://www.finalthirdfoundation.org)• Flytown Records (https://www.instagram.com/flytownrecords)Profiles• Columbus Partnership President & CEO Alex Fischer• Ohio Superintendent of Liquor Control Jim CanepaBusiness• Brassica restaurants• Modern Tiny Living• Hoyo's Kitchen, the first African food stall in North Market

Columbus, Ohio

Columbus, Ohio

• Directed earned media strategy and statewide political engagement for Congressman Zack Space’s bid for Ohio Auditor of State, outperforming Democratic candidates for Governor and down-ballot statewide offices by 0.3-3%.• On-record spokesman and press secretary to state and national media outlets; drafted all external communications such as press releases, op-eds, speeches, talking points, policy papers, endorsement questionnaires, and messaging memos.• Scheduled political appearances and built support from diverse coalition of constituency groups such as law enforcement, climate action advocates, black state legislators and community leaders, and labor unions.

Columbus, Ohio

Legislative Aide to State Representative Michael P. Sheehy (D-Oregon), representing House District 46 in Lucas County (110,000+ constituents).• Served as policy advisor to Rep. Sheehy by tracking legislation, staffing hearings for four standing committees, researching topics, and liaising with relevant advocacy groups and lobbyists to ensure informed votes.• Managed all constituent services for House District 46 by responding to vote recommendations and concerns. • Scheduled meetings, events, and public appearances for Rep. Sheehy during legislative days and while in district.

Washington, Dc

• Prepared briefing binders, consisting of witness testimony and staff documents, for full- and subcommittee hearings.• Supported committee staff by filing hearing records, collecting bill signatures from offices, researching hearing witnesses, and reporting to staff on events such as NASA press conferences and Senate hearings.

Washington D.C.

• Drafted dozens of statements and press releases on behalf of New York Assemblyman Michael Blake, including endorsements from Mayors of Philadelphia, Minneapolis, and Atlanta, DNC Members, and labor groups such as the AFL-CIO and United Food and Commercial Workers.• Wrote letters from prominent surrogates and principals, and talking points for a tele-town hall to whip votes for Blake’s successful DNC Vice-Chair election.

Columbus, Ohio

• Helped maintain the smooth operation of one of the busiest bar/restaurants on the Ohio State campus.

Athens, Oh

• Directed a targeted race for the open seat in Ohio House District 94 (four rural counties in Southeast Ohio), managing first-time candidate, five interns, campaign office, and six-figure campaign budget.• On-record campaign spokesman; wrote speeches, op-eds, talking points, and letters to newspaper editors; developed campaign message and press strategy alongside House Caucus staff and consultants.• Executed a field outreach plan resulting in over 24,000 doors knocked, with the help of 15 paid canvassers and 10-15 consistent volunteers.• Raised over $90,000 in 5 months from call time, fundraising events, digital, and mail solicitations for a first-time candidate.

• Planned statewide gatherings of the organization for the 2015-16 school year, such as the Fall Conference which assembled members from 10+ universities for chapter development sessions and talks from party officials.• Served as a member of the statewide executive board and assisted chapters with fundraising and strategic growth.

Columbus, Oh

• Led outreach efforts in Franklin County, OH – Ohio’s most populous county – for the Sanders campaign, by speaking to organizations such as county executive committees and political student groups at multiple universities.• Recruited and trained hundreds of volunteers over a 6-week period; organized community events such as debate watch parties, phone banks, and canvasses with grassroots supporter networks; oversaw the establishment and operations of the Central Ohio Field Headquarters in Columbus.• Operated Columbus field office during Get Out The Vote (GOTV), which canvassed 44 wards in Franklin County, resulting in higher percent of votes for Sanders in Franklin County than statewide average.• Planned events such as the opening of the Columbus field office, which drew approximately 300 attendees for speeches and volunteer shift sign-ups.Results: higher percent of votes for Sanders in Franklin County (44.4%) than statewide average (42.7%).

Iowa City, Ia

• Collaborated with Field Organizers in all aspects of a grassroots presidential campaign, including persuading voters, selecting areas to canvass, training precinct captains, and turning out supporters to caucus.• Facilitated canvasses at a staging location covering 11 precincts during the Get Out The Caucus effort, resulting in higher percent of votes for Sanders in those precincts than statewide average.

Ohio

• Assisted with outreach to police departments across Ohio on behalf of the Ohio Fraternal Order of Police, discussing a new higher education benefit for members and their families.• Traveled to 16 counties and over 70 police stations as part of a coordinated outreach effort.

Columbus, Ohio Area

• Served as the primary leader in team-building activities, and educational and developmental experiences for a group of 30 sixth grade children.• Delegated tasks during activities to staff of five counselors and specialists for campers with special needs.

Enarson Classroom Building, The Ohio State University, Columbus, Oh

• Helped customers choose computers and software that fit their needs as students. • Unpacked and stocked incoming shipments of computers and technology accessories.

Columbus, Ohio Area

• Assisted dormitory residents and residence hall staff at the front desk.• Performed general office tasks such as sorting mail, tracking equipment, and answering phones.

Columbus, Ohio Area

• Worked alongside parents and healthcare providers to acquire paperwork and medical information for children with developmental disabilities served by the program.• Maintained overall office organization by managing the front desk, phone lines, emails, and digitally updating files for enrolled children.

Columbus, Ohio Area

• Answered constituent calls and mail, assisted caseworkers, and researched for staff as needed.• Monitored updates and key legislation involving the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship.

Athens, Ohio

• Registered and contacted voters through canvassing, tabling, and phone calls.• Worked under field organizers to plan community events for the Obama 2012 campaign in Southeastern Ohio.

Ohio House District 94

• Canvassed, called, and polled voters during Rep. Phillips’ successful re-election campaign.• Planned and assisted in the operation of Rep. Phillips’ town-hall constituent meetings throughout Ohio’s 94th House District.

Bachelor Of Science (B.S.), Neuroscience; Minor In International Development

Activities and Societies: Ohio State Men's Club Soccer, College Democrats of Ohio, OSU College Democrats, Collegiate Council on World.

Real Estate

Post Secondary Enrollment Option

Activities and Societies: The Post Athens

Education record

Activities and Societies: National Honors Society, Varsity Soccer (All-Ohio & 2x All-District), Varsity Football (All-Conference Academic.