Senior program leader with a unique mix of expertise gained in the areas of program management, grants administration, communications, and data analysis -- drawing upon a robust mix of both U.S. and international governmental, private, and non-profit sector experience.Recognized throughout career for the ability to thrive in challenging, rapidly changing work environments and communicate effectively across diverse cultural boundaries based on time spent as an Air Force member in South Korea, as well as subsequent public sector work in Costa Rica. Known for an extremely detail-oriented nature, creative problem-solving skills, and a can-do attitude -- along with specific expertise supporting/leading programs in the environmental space related to climate change policy, agricultural policy, and global sustainable development.Areas of expertise include:• Global Non-Profit Program Development, Management & Strategy• Climate Change / Environmental Policy Expertise (Research & Advocacy)• Grant Applications, Proposals, Fundraising & Development• Program Measurement & Evaluation / KPI Implementation / Reporting / Compliance• Exceptional Communications, Influencing & Presentation Skills• Strategic Partnerships / Stakeholder Management, Engagement & Communications• Team Hiring, Training, Mentoring & Leadership (both FTEs & Volunteers)• Extensive international background, enhanced by global work experience and Spanish, Korean fluency• Expertise Navigating complex political and organizational structures• Change Management / Process Improvement / Business TransformationEducational credentials include an M.A. Degree in Global Environmental Policy and graduation from the TNC One Conservancy Leadership Development Program at the University of Cambridge. Additionally hold a B.S. Degree in Global Business & Public Policy from the University of Maryland Global Campus, an A.A. Degree in Korean Language from the Defense Language Institute, an A.S. Degree in Communications Applications Technology from Community College of the Air Force, and Program Management Professional (PMP) Certification from the Program Management Institute.