Facilitate communication and foster collaborations among EPSCoR and EPSCoR-like programs on campus.Play a key role in grant proposal preparation and administration, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives of federally-sponsored projects.Identify and develop underutilized programs and large Center Grants to drive innovation.Collaborate closely with the Director of the EPSCoR/IDeA office and other stakeholders to support the university's research mission and growth.

Led a consortium of six economic development partners as part of a $2.5 million pilot grant program, focusing on outreach to underserved populations and ensuring equitable access to business support services from the Wyoming entrepreneurial ecosystem.• Achieved and surpassed program objectives. Worked with over 400 small businesses, provided training to over 2,000 clients, and connected entrepreneurs to over $17 million in capital access. Expertly managed budgets, resources, and teams to drive success in alignment with program goals, while maintaining a sharp focus on stakeholder engagement, grant compliance, and strategic planning.• Crafted and implemented comprehensive strategic plan tailored to leverage the unique strengths of the consortium, leading to our winning the 2023 Wyoming Economic Development Innovation Award from the Wyoming Economic Development Association.• Spearheaded consortium’s outreach and engagement efforts to both underrepresented communities and statewide business support services. These efforts led to an 87% increase program participation among minority-owned business and fostering a more interconnected entrepreneurial ecosystem. • Provided coaching and training to a 20-person consortium on federal grant reporting requirements, fostering collaboration, and maintaining compliance. Streamlined processes, improved performance, and achieved statewide reach within a year of launching the program.

Provided business intelligence and data analysis to small business clients, economic development partners, and business groups to help them understand their industry, customers, and markets. • Provided my organization and statewide partners with local economic data and tailored analysis, notably contributing to acquisition of a $2.5 million grant to connect underserved businesses to entrepreneurial support services.• Faced with lack of accurate data during the pandemic, spearheaded project to partner with consortium of academics and private data brokers to connect small businesses and economic development partners with datasets that provided a real-time snapshot of the local economy.• Conducted in-depth research on supply chain shortages, identifying a critical shortage and testified before the Federal Trade Commission during a public meeting, shedding light on the negative impact of the shortage and championing support for local enterprises.

Led the local Disabled Veteran Outreach Program, assisting economically disadvantaged military veterans by connecting them with essential training, employment services, and social support resources to overcome employment barriers.• Implemented case management practices in alignment with program standards and best practices, ensuring veterans received tailored assistance. Closely monitored and tracked client progress towards their employment goals and coordinated activities with state and federal partners to guarantee the program's continued success.• Built dynamic coalition of veteran service organizations, educational institutions, and veteran-focused nonprofits, fostering a collaborative environment for supporting, coaching, and mentoring service-disabled veterans as they navigate their reentry into the workforce.• Actively engaged in local business events and veteran group meetings to establish a robust network of referrals and steadfast client support. Distinguished as a dedicated workforce liaison across multiple influential groups, boards, and veteran support groups, advocating tirelessly for the needs of veteran clients.• Spearheaded a successful Hiring Our Heroes Job Fair event, connecting regional employers with 50 veteran job seekers, demonstrating proficiency in planning, coordinating, and executing events.

Paratrooper in the United States Army with a focus on creating and maintaining secure mobile voice and data networks. • Planned, coordinated, and supervised the installation, operation and management of network switching equipment, communication control centers, combat radios and other equipment associated with rapid deployment of mobile military telecommunication networks. • Oversaw the planning, allocation, and utilization of resources, including personnel, equipment, and supplies, to achieve operational objectives efficiently. • Completed non-commissioned officer leadership school, honing skills in problem-solving, team management, coaching, decision-making, and effective communication.