In Bloom Consulting - Research, project planning, grant writing and reportingB2 Rainmakers - Launched systems and provided operational supportMAGNET - Project planning360 Textbooks - Launched systems, led projects, and developed processes for new business University of Southern California - Research, writing, and editing a policy brief for the Sol Price Center for Social Innovation - Technical support for students and professors

As the Director of Grant Administration, I was the project manager for all private, corporate and state grants applications for JumpStart and their associated NE Ohio efforts. I was responsible for the preparation and submission of grant reports for foundations, the State of Ohio, Federal agencies and other funders. I was charged with creating high quality effective processes/standards to support customized grant requirements. I maintained data necessary for grant metrics and outcomes tracking, including the input of data to organizational databases.I also supported senior staff (CEO/ CDO, etc.) for site visits through research and other information need for solicitation and stewardship. Prepared donor communications collaboration with the CDO to support campaign cabinet goals, objectives and outreach.Direct Reports: Development Communications/Grant Administration Manager, Student Interns

Maintained a 100+ portfolio of high-tech companies to connect them to opportunities within the University. Engaged companies through events, travel, and facilitating meetings with students, professors, and staff

Trained and supported 200+ Development and Alumni Relations staff on the database. Worked with the IT team to address ad-hoc requests; investigated, diagnosed, resolved data issues. Enforced the adherence to departmental standards, policies, and procedures to ensure data integrity. Advised fundraisers on cultivation, qualification, stewardship, and solicitation of prospects and donors

Supported major gift officers when connecting to new constituents, engaging alumni, and meeting follow-up.