Help generate mission impact small business loan and commercial origination by expanding relationships and marketing BCL’s lending products to potential borrowers and networks in Texas. Responsible for identifying and cultivating potential small business loan opportunities within designated markets, building relationships with key referral sources like banks, brokers, and community organizations, and promoting BCL's loan programs to generate a steady pipeline of qualified borrowers for SBA… Show more Help generate mission impact small business loan and commercial origination by expanding relationships and marketing BCL’s lending products to potential borrowers and networks in Texas. Responsible for identifying and cultivating potential small business loan opportunities within designated markets, building relationships with key referral sources like banks, brokers, and community organizations, and promoting BCL's loan programs to generate a steady pipeline of qualified borrowers for SBA (Small Business Administration) 504 loans, USDA Commercial Facility loans, and increasing Anchor institution employer relationships ultimately driving business growth for BCL by securing new loan deals. Work closely with other members of the lending team to deploy high-priority capital (typically $500k-$5 million) and promote our consumer lending program in various sectors, including but not limited to childcare, healthcare, manufacturing, green-related projects/businesses, commercial real estate, and community-based organizations. Show less

Direct all aspects of Membership & Business Development. Manage membership recruitment and retention with a 95+% annual retention rate and 7% annual growth rate. Primary database administrator to include managing member accounts, billing, and payment processing. Develop partnerships with industry suppliers to enhance member value and generate non-dues revenue. Continually seeking to expand existing discount ticket program to increase participation and revenue. Manage silent auction fundraisers… Show more Direct all aspects of Membership & Business Development. Manage membership recruitment and retention with a 95+% annual retention rate and 7% annual growth rate. Primary database administrator to include managing member accounts, billing, and payment processing. Develop partnerships with industry suppliers to enhance member value and generate non-dues revenue. Continually seeking to expand existing discount ticket program to increase participation and revenue. Manage silent auction fundraisers and raffles at multiple events including solicitation, event, and fulfillment. Primary staff member responsible for processing all revenue. Utilize AMS software to manage all membership and revenue. Serve as Ex-Officio Board Member for the Central Texas I-10 Community Alliance and Texas Downtown. Show less

Responsible for membership growth, development, and engagement. Standardized membership billing processes and reporting. Through a collaborative team approach, we launched a new online member community to encourage member networking and collaboration outside of in-person events. Visited face to face with over 85 communities and organizations, restructured the membership model and dues structure, and grew membership by over 24% in 9 months.

Advised on projects related to attraction, retention, and growth of manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and tourism business in Bastrop. Conducted a feasibility study for establishing a city-sponsored film commission and created promotional presentations and collateral materials. Represented Bastrop EDC at a variety of community events and industry functions to identify new opportunities.Key Accomplishments:• Studied the greater Bastrop-East Austin area to assess workforce housing… Show more Advised on projects related to attraction, retention, and growth of manufacturing, retail, hospitality, and tourism business in Bastrop. Conducted a feasibility study for establishing a city-sponsored film commission and created promotional presentations and collateral materials. Represented Bastrop EDC at a variety of community events and industry functions to identify new opportunities.Key Accomplishments:• Studied the greater Bastrop-East Austin area to assess workforce housing, population growth, and development timelines for the next 20 years and produced an interactive map for current and planned residential and commercial development to assist short- and long-range planning and decision making. Show less

Served as founding sales director for the newly created Destination Marketing Organization for the City of Bastrop, promoting the city as an attractive location for meetings and events. Wrote and executed the annual sales plan, drafted the inaugural sales and promotional budget, produced collateral material, and designed trade show booth backdrops with cohesive branding. Attended industry trade shows and conferences for business development purposes and to learn industry trends. Reported ROI… Show more Served as founding sales director for the newly created Destination Marketing Organization for the City of Bastrop, promoting the city as an attractive location for meetings and events. Wrote and executed the annual sales plan, drafted the inaugural sales and promotional budget, produced collateral material, and designed trade show booth backdrops with cohesive branding. Attended industry trade shows and conferences for business development purposes and to learn industry trends. Reported ROI for each sales trade show attended. Tracked progress, investment, and economic impacts using Simpleview Customer Relationship Management (CRM) software.Key Accomplishments:● Increased Visit Bastrop’s engagement with the local community and advocated to community leaders and stakeholders on the economic value of meetings and tourism.● Promoted the city as a desirable destination for meetings and events Show less

Sold Plano as the premier destination for events and meetings in the Social, Military, Educational, Religious, Fraternal, (SMERF) and Government markets. Made client site visits and attended pre-planning meetings to ensure their attendees would have a quality visitor experience, including leisure time and after-hour activities. Partnered with neighboring community to attract large, city-wide events too big for Plano alone but would use hotels and facilities in both cities. Collaborated with… Show more Sold Plano as the premier destination for events and meetings in the Social, Military, Educational, Religious, Fraternal, (SMERF) and Government markets. Made client site visits and attended pre-planning meetings to ensure their attendees would have a quality visitor experience, including leisure time and after-hour activities. Partnered with neighboring community to attract large, city-wide events too big for Plano alone but would use hotels and facilities in both cities. Collaborated with staff to develop marketing campaigns and collateral for the SMERF markets. Utilized iDSS CRM to manage sales, marketing, and financial information.Key Accomplishments:• Surpassed annual room-night sales goal after only seven months and achieved 150% of annual sales goal.• Established beneficial relationships with meeting and event planners nationwide to generate new business by offering them superior meeting and event experiences. Show less

Supplied Visit Plano’s convention services that included welcome bags, VIP gifts, silent auction donations, name badges, on-site registration assistance, step-on guide service, room drops, welcome table with local information and maps, and other client-specific requests. Managed housing reservation system for city-wide events and sports tournaments. Planned the Annual Hotel Social to thank staff and Plano’s hotel community for their support.Key Accomplishments:• Within one year… Show more Supplied Visit Plano’s convention services that included welcome bags, VIP gifts, silent auction donations, name badges, on-site registration assistance, step-on guide service, room drops, welcome table with local information and maps, and other client-specific requests. Managed housing reservation system for city-wide events and sports tournaments. Planned the Annual Hotel Social to thank staff and Plano’s hotel community for their support.Key Accomplishments:• Within one year, increased by over 50% the average number of room nights per traveling team at softball tournaments.• Conducted annual refresher training for hotel staff and users of Meetingmax reservation software, as well as did one-on-one training for new users.• Expanded housing services from three to over nine events per year as hotels and event planners became more familiar with the software. Show less

Oversaw convention services that included catering, meeting facilities, transportation, entertainment, tours, and hotel block setups for meetings and events. Assisted with sales for annual events and repeat clients. Tracked expenditures and promotional giveaways with Infotrack CRM and managed Convention Center setups, billings, and catering Banquet Event Order (BEOs) with Event Management Software (EMS).Key Accomplishments:• Hosted the largest event ever held in city, with 1,500 dogs… Show more Oversaw convention services that included catering, meeting facilities, transportation, entertainment, tours, and hotel block setups for meetings and events. Assisted with sales for annual events and repeat clients. Tracked expenditures and promotional giveaways with Infotrack CRM and managed Convention Center setups, billings, and catering Banquet Event Order (BEOs) with Event Management Software (EMS).Key Accomplishments:• Hosted the largest event ever held in city, with 1,500 dogs over a 10-day period.• Program Coordinator for the LoneStar Volunteer Program that aids convention groups with free registration, greeting hosts, and tour guides. Show less

Managed scheduling of Initial and Annual Inspections for every unit receiving Housing assistance to ensure compliance with HUD Housing Quality Standards. Mapped out routes and scheduled inspections accordingly for time and fuel efficiency. Input inspection results into database and mailed results summaries to tenants and landlords. Wrote, printed, and mailed quarterly newsletters to all clients to build communication and keep everyone informed of changes and updates to the Housing Assistance… Show more Managed scheduling of Initial and Annual Inspections for every unit receiving Housing assistance to ensure compliance with HUD Housing Quality Standards. Mapped out routes and scheduled inspections accordingly for time and fuel efficiency. Input inspection results into database and mailed results summaries to tenants and landlords. Wrote, printed, and mailed quarterly newsletters to all clients to build communication and keep everyone informed of changes and updates to the Housing Assistance Program. Show less

Responsible for going to competitor stores to input price data to ensure Target stays competitive with local market prices on hundreds of items every week.

Processed daily banking transactions, loan payments, issued money orders and cashier's checks. Worked both private and commercial accounts. Assisted with vault duties one day a week

Sales Representative for Mattress and Furniture store. At the time, was the youngest salesperson in the company, yet one of the highest grossing employees in 23 stores. Although based at the Kennewick store, was frequently asked to support other stores in Richland, Yakima, and Moses Lake, including opening and training staff at two new locations in Wenatchee and Walla Walla. Responsible for salesfloor displays, product sales, product ordering, maintaining operational inventory… Show more Sales Representative for Mattress and Furniture store. At the time, was the youngest salesperson in the company, yet one of the highest grossing employees in 23 stores. Although based at the Kennewick store, was frequently asked to support other stores in Richland, Yakima, and Moses Lake, including opening and training staff at two new locations in Wenatchee and Walla Walla. Responsible for salesfloor displays, product sales, product ordering, maintaining operational inventory, scheduling deliveries, and customer follow-up. Show less

Summer Camp Counselor at Discovery Camp where I served as a Lifeguard, Camp Counselor, Minister, and Stage Lighting Designer and Operator for an auditorium seating 1500 people used for church camp gatherings and television broadcast studio. Responsible for maintaining three waterslides and large indoor pool, including cleaning and the application of pool chemicals within safe levels. Also designed and constructed various sets for stage productions.