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Granite Bay, Ca, Us

Sacramento, California, United States

• Organized networking events for privacy professionals to share best practices and discuss new developments in data protection.• Facilitated educational opportunities around privacy laws and regulations.• Collaborated with industry experts to foster a community of knowledge sharing within the IAPP - International Association of Privacy Professionals.

Washington, District Of Columbia, United States

• Conducted independent research and produced written products to educate diverse audiences on data security and privacy matters.• Analyze legislation, court cases, and regulatory actions related to data privacy and security.• Engaged with public and private sector partners in media interviews, meetings, and conferences.• Built and maintained partnerships to further team objectives.

Granite Bay, California, United States

• Spearheaded strategic initiatives in real estate investment, focusing on short-term rentals to maximize profitability.• Co-led team in optimizing and expanding portfolio, driving revenue growth and sustainable growth.• Cultivated solid partnerships with property owners, investors, and industry stakeholders for new expansion opportunities.

San Francisco, California, United States

• Conducted legal research and writing for federal and state privacy law cases.• Assisted in analyzing data collection practices and policies for unfair business practices affecting consumers and commerce.• Researched blockchain technology and potential enforcement areas for the FTC.

San Francisco, California, United States

• Analyzed various legal agreements and documents for a legal AI tech startup, providing critical feedback for platform improvements.• Investigated privacy incidents and ensured compliance with privacy laws and standards.• Stayed updated on Federal and State privacy laws and advancements in information privacy technologies.

• Authored and implemented County’s computer forensic investigation policy and procedures.• Investigated crimes involving technology by combining investigative skills using advancedcomputer hardware and cutting-edge software to identify and locate relevant digital evidence.• Provided testimony as certified computer forensic examiner (15+ cases) and forensic investigator(hundreds of cases).• Served on Sacramento Hi-Tech Crimes Task Force and Sacramento Internet Crimes AgainstChildren Task Force. Led task force meetings and trainings.

Yuba City, California, United States

• Served as Senior Investigator in complex cases ranging from homicides and officer-involvedshootings to frauds and robberies. Documented and inventoried evidence to comply withevidentiary and admissibility requirements.• Authored 100+ search warrants and court orders. Researched and wrote investigative reports.• Testified in court as lead investigator. Attended multi-agency strategy meetings.• Collaborated on digital investigations at local, state, federal, and military levels.• Participated in hiring panels. Trained and evaluated new staff.

Yuba City, California, United States

• Served as a peace officer and performed a variety of public safety and community relations services.• Responded to calls for service and crimes-in-progress.

Education record

Bachelor'S Degree | Summa Cum Laude