Assisted European small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) lacking a U.S. presence in establishing business relationships that enhance their market development and expand their sales and distribution networks.

Collaborated with established industries and prospective businesses looking to expand operations and invest in Stanly County, North Carolina. Engaged with a diverse network of private, governmental, educational, and real estate service providers to effectively develop and promote human resources, sites, and facilities tailored to meet the needs of emerging industries.

Carolinas Region Director of Business Development for a leading construction management and general contracting firm, specializing in the education, healthcare, and industrial sectors across upstate New York and the Carolinas.

Business Development Director for a general contracting and engineering firm providing in-house design-build, structural, and civil engineering services to commercial and light industrial clients in the greater Charlotte area.

Led business development initiatives to create new project opportunities and introduce this South Florida-based developer and general contractor to the Charlotte and North Carolina markets.

The former Carolinas Partnership and Charlotte Regional Partnership, a private, non-profit economic development marketing organization representing 15 NC and SC counties, is one of the organizations that was merged into the new Charlotte Regional Business Alliance (CLT Alliance).As the Director of International Prospect Development and Director of the European Office, I spearheaded the development and execution of a comprehensive international marketing and business recruitment strategy to attract European firms to establish operations and invest in the Charlotte region. I cultivated strong relationships with private and public investors, partners, and local economic development organizations, fostering collaboration that supported and enhanced the organization's mission.