Sarah Giomi Email & Phone Number

- Program Manager for the Federal Funding Program, developing project proposals for public power utilities to pursue funding for clean energy initiatives- Execute outreach initiatives to public power utilities, fostering relationshipsand understanding their requirements and needs, resulting in increasedfunding opportunities for utilities.- Develop and implement an outreach strategy to expand the Federal FundingProgram, connecting more utilities with grant resources.- Provide strategic consultations to utilities, offering insights into upcominggrants and funding opportunities, and recommending tailored strategies forsuccess.- Facilitate partnerships between Energy Northwest and utilities to support theirneeds, ensuring seamless project development and grant writing support.- Strategize funding opportunities to enhance programs like workforcedevelopment, contributing to the growth of public power and clean energyinitiatives.- Achieved program growth of 70% and supported securing over $1.2M offunding for participants in the first program year.

- Achieved a 35% growth in the Public Power Internship Program within oneyear by enhancing workforce development support to utilities across thenetwork.- Developed and executed the business plan for the Public Power InternshipProgram, from conception to implementation, driving program success andmember engagement.- Formulated a Clean Energy Workforce Development Plan for WashingtonState, aligning with agency objectives and contributing to industryadvancement.- Successfully managed a lab partnership project, overseeing a $2.1M budget,project scope, scheduling, and stakeholder engagement, ensuring projectobjectives were met efficiently.- Collaborated with a member utility's leadership to devise and implementstrategic plans aligned with organizational goals.- Provided expert guidance on electric vehicle (EV) consulting initiatives,delivering resources, education, and fleet analysis to utilities throughpartnership with Clean Cities Coalition.

- Conducted market research for Energy Services and Development, utilizing various methods including utility outreach, interviews, surveys, and data collection.- Networked with utilities to develop potential projects in areas such as Demand Side Management and Workforce Development.- Developed marketing strategies for potential business lines, including positioning, partnerships, and communication strategies.- Facilitated workshops for strategic planning and supported project development in areas like Workforce Development and Advanced Nuclear.

I founded The Sarah Collective, to create an inclusive creative space for entrepreneurs to implement strategy in brand, develop their website and take their business to a new, creative level. - Founded a brand strategy agency in 2018, specializing in assisting small businesses in growing and scaling through website and brand design, as well as comprehensive brand strategy development.- Provide tailored brand strategy consultations to clients, leveraging expertise in market analysis, competitive positioning, and target audience identification to drive business growth.- Develop and execute brand design projects, including logo creation, visual identity development, and website design, ensuring alignment with each client's unique brand identity and business objectives.- Collaborate closely with clients to understand their vision, values, and goals, translating these insights into effective brand strategies that resonate with their target market.- Successfully guided numerous businesses from 5 to 6 figures through strategic brand development, positioning them for sustainable growth and increased market visibility.

Richland/Kennewick/Pasco, Washington Area

- Directed project management activities for initiatives, guiding the nonprofitthrough the development and execution of program strategies.- Served as the primary point of contact for business development strategies,proposal writing, and project development, ensuring alignment withorganizational objectives and donor requirements.- Led weekly project meetings, providing updates on project status, timelines,milestones, and recommendations for next steps, ensuring transparency andaccountability in project execution.- Connected with donors and potential donors to communicate our mission, network, and buildrelationships-Oversaw the development, marketing, sponsorship, and execution of Bite2Go: a food weekend kit for children in need

Cheney, Wa

- Contributed ideas and pitched stories during weekly editor and writer meetings.-Conducted interviews with students, professors, faculty, community members and leaders to provide facts, statistics and quotes in news stories -Researched and discovered news worthy stories interesting, informative and relevant to EWU students, faculty and alumni. -Wrote and edited newsworthy stories and submitted to the News Editor by deadline, providing video and photo content as needed.

Richland, Washington

-Managed planning of a designated space to enhance the ability for media training, designing strategies for visits, systemizing statistics, preparing for press conferences and encouraging collaboration within the organization-Represented the Department of Energy and led visits with government officials including the Secretary of Energy, Rick Perry -Taught branding strategies, media platforms and how to utilize technology to the communication team -Directed communication campaigns for projects such as the Grand Challenge and Fed’s Feed Families Campaign, raising more than $13,000 for local food banks in 30 days -Contributed research and content to the Department of Energy internal newsletters

Spokane, Washington Area

-Operate internal communication resources such as monthly newsletters-Contribute to the CHAS Health Blog and webpage with articles and news posts-Execute communication projects for teams within CHAS Health -Assist with event management for internal events for providers and employees

Richland/Kennewick/Pasco, Washington Area

-Execute planning of the company barbecue and weekly farmers market to encourage community, staff involvement and a positive work environment at PNNL.-Greet visitors including the White House’s Principal Assistant Director for National Security & International Affairs: Steve Fetter and provide detailed information about specific laboratories, company information and functions and conduct specialized walking tours of the PNNL campus.-Design event web pages for several groups at PNNL and publish articles about weekly Life@PNNL events and activities.-Analyze the budget for events and execute budget review procedures.

Tacoma, Washington

-Observe medical coding and the electronic medical billing system-Review insurance verification and claims-Organize checking patients in and out, collecting money from patients, scheduling appointments and educating patients-Assist verifying all information with the insurance companies-Monitor a record of all check in and checkout of patients -Prepare to multitask and prioritize work, as well as maintain efficient and professional phone and personal communication skills

Stockton Family

-Communicate with the family and children daily activities and school responsibilities of each child while maintaining successful time management skills by organizing activities and ensuring the children are at their commitments on time.-Provide a safe and fun environment for the children and prioritize each child’s health and safety. -Establish a respectful, approachable and loving example for the children while instilling good manners and a sense of responsibility.-Prepare nutritious meals and snacks and ensure the house is clean and organized.

Pacific Lutheran University

-Organize the Arts and Culture segment of News @ Nine- Pacific Lutheran University's news broadcast. -Execute and delegate Arts and Culture video production.-Coordinate Public Relation strategies for Mast Media T.V such as marketing projects and maintain social media pages such as Twitter and Facebook. -Design advertisements and flyers for the News @ Nine news broadcast and other Mast Media projects -Develop the Arts and Culture script for the news broadcast and organize the videos, b-roll, script and anchor for each broadcast.-Connect and network with individuals and organizations to organize and coordinate the Arts and Culture interview each broadcast.

-Develop, design and organize the website for the tournament-Network and connect with lacrosse teams in Washington state to promote the tournament-Investigate marketing strategies to improve communicating information about the tournament -Developed marketing strategies to advertise the company’s summer tournament including business cards, tee-shirts, and newsletters

Pacific Lutheran University

-Execute setting up events and reserving rooms for events throughout campus to ensure clients have an exceptional experience through PLU-Operate programs such as R25, 25 Live, and Primrose- PLU Instructional Technologies, and help maintain the PLU website to ensure events are communicated clearly and highlighted in an appealing manner-Communicate and engage with clients, execute phone calls, answer the phone, respond promptly to emails, and adapt duties to ensure every obligation gets accomplished efficiently

Bachelor’S Degree, Public Relations, Applied Communication, Journalism And Leadership Certification

Activities and Societies: President of PRSSA (Public Relations Student Society of America), Alpha Phi, Director of Philanthropy

Bachelor'S Of Arts And Communications, Public Relations, Advertising, And Applied Communication

Activities and Societies: Women's Center, Cheerleading Team, Ignite Ministry, Mast Media, Mast T.V., Conferences and Events

Education record

Activities and Societies: Dance Team, Association of Student Body (ASB) Secretary (2 years) and Executive Council Secretary (2 years).