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• Manage all aspects of product design, including development, execution, and delivery of core services for an online learning platform specializing in business analytics software including Excel, Power BI, Tableau, and.
• Designed and implemented product development process reform and adopted agile principles to improve resource allocation, enable elevated product quality and cut product development time in half
• Liaise with clients to elicit preferences and specifications for customized training content, such as bespoke material for the audit division of a big 4 accounting firm
• Remotely manage timelines, workflows, communication, and deliverables for a team of software experts, designers, and video editors based in Ireland

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Optimized business operations by assessing and fulfilling hardware, software, workspace infrastructure, and human capital requirements for 40+ employees at a world-renowned security policy research organization
• Developed resource allocation recommendations and presented findings to the executive team
• Managed all aspects of procurement and vendor relations, including scoping needs, identifying vendors, soliciting and negotiating quotes, reviewing contracts, and ensuring high-quality vendor deliverables
• Managed all aspects of IT infrastructure and strategy, including procurement, vendor management, and security strategy
• Developed multi-million dollar annual budget and executed monthly review of corporate-level and program-specific budget transactions in coordination with Director of Operations
• Managed the CNAS internship program including recruitment, professional development, and supervision of up to 20 research and business development awardees annually

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Led a team of 5 employees in an audit of IT infrastructure and expenses and delivered a plan to cut annual IT costs by 66% while updating infrastructure and increasing employee productivity and efficiency
• Managed the project that resulted from the IT infrastructure audit including researching best practices and vendor suitability, managing procurement, developing and delivering employee training, and managing roll-out.
• Ensured organizational compliance with all state and federal regulations, including charitable solicitation registrations across 10+ jurisdictions
• Developed and administered all human resources policies and procedures, including hiring, onboarding, benefits, and payroll
• Coordinated and facilitated security policy events, including issue briefings, report launches, board meetings, and CNAS annual conference

• Supervised a team of up to 50 contracted employees to provide logistical support operations for over 130 public schools and administrative offices
• Developed, maintained, and strengthened interpersonal relationships with staff at all locations serviced by DCPS
• Designed, implemented, and administered a web-based inventory database and ordering system that reduced lead times and improved accuracy
• Coordinated with DC agencies and US General Services Administration (GSA) to identify and meet logistical and operational needs, saving DCPS over $2,000,000 annually
• Developed and implemented project goals for major facility opening and closing procedures

Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Managed distribution of provisions to over 130 DCPS schools and administrative offices serving 44,000 students and 12,000 staff
• Regularly assessed facility functionality and readiness
• Executed agency-wide roll out and administration of a new property accountability system, allowing the agency to track valuable equipment as computers and mobile phones
• Analyzed and reported performance metrics for use by DCPS Chancellor and other senior management
• Evaluated options, determined solutions, executed rapid response, and ensured continuity of operations during facility emergencies

• Conducted primary research on market conditions for a diverse set of topics including renewable energy, health care, and political campaigns
• Identified strategic American Recovery and Reinvestment Act Funding opportunities targeted to clients
• Crafted company profiles for business development proposals

• Coordinated with contractors to ensure timely and efficient performance in preparation for the National Education Association's (NEA) annual conference
• Prepared and edited print and video materials to support an advertisement campaign for the Israeli Ministry of Tourism
• Evaluated the website for NEA Member Benefits and assisted in the creation of an engaging, interactive website template

Master Of Business Administration (M.B.A.)

Bachelor Of Arts, Political Science With General; Concentration

Education record

Selected to participate in a University of Chicago study abroad program from January 2008 - April 2008