Connector. Collaborator. Cat herder. Writer. Servant leader focused on helping non-profit organizations and public entities make a positive impact on those they serve. Skilled in strategic planning, grant readiness, project management, grant research and proposal development, event coordination, marketing and communication, writing and editing, public speaking, administration, and working with boards/community leaders. Professional experience working with higher education, healthcare, rural and social service entities as well as business and industry. Have successfully earned foundation, corporate, local, state, and federal grant funding.