Leads and/or coordinates all aspects of the South Carolina SBDC program in the 15-county Winthrop Region through the representation of the program to businesses, governmental leaders, the general public and the University. Sets goals for the area centers and manages performance. Provides leadership, supervision and coaching to staff. I also consult with small business owners on a variety of topics that include business plans, financial analysis, lending support, marketing analysis, business feasibility, competitive analysis, and more.

Oversee all efforts in the departments of marketing, public information, community outreach, and student recruiting. Supervise staff members in all of the above departments. Coordinate all marketing and outreach efforts on behalf of the College. Develop strategically planned branding, marketing, and outreach efforts as supported by return on investment data. Content creator for the college catalog website. Hands-on management of digital assets including all social media (paid and organic), Google AdWords, Constant Contact, and website. Public Information Officer.

Administrator of Small Business Center, a state-funded program designed to help small business; Provide training, counseling, and resource information. Help counsel clients on the formation of a business plan. Act as sounding board for new ideas or concerns that clients may have about their business. Provide various seminars that are timely and relevant to existing and start-up businesses. Develop and coordinate entrepreneurial certificate program. Teach entrepreneur and marketing courses. Interact with Stanly County government agencies, local municipalities, Chamber of Commerce, and business associations.

Part-time adjunct online instructor teaching Internet Marketing Strategy and Online Marketing Fundamentals. Credentialed to teach several courses including; Principles of Marketing Research; Organizational Behavior; Account Planning; Survey of Advertising; Internet Marketing Strategy; Global Business Perspectives, and Advanced Internet Marketing Strategy.

Client liaison for an investment banking firm, providing origination of tax-exempt municipal lease-purchase and debt underwriting for wastewater projects, transit, infrastructure, facilities, technology, and rolling stock. Additional experience in USDA loans, 501c3 projects, renewable energy sectors of solar and wind, fleet consulting, analytical & consulting services.

Recruited to build multi-million dollar real estate territory through the use of consultative sales and marketing techniques, develop strong customer relations, and implement corporate sales programs. Consultative sales of print and online products.

Key account management and sales and marketing consultation for direct sales. Recognized as Salesperson of the Year for exceeding goals in excess of 120%, as well as recipient of numerous Salesperson of the Quarter awards for over-goal achievement. Acted as new staff trainer/mentor.

Town Supervisor1998–2001, Town of Manlius, Manlius, NYPopulation 32,000Elected position. Administrator of $10M yearly budget and town's financial portfolio. Oversaw all operations of the town, including managing 100+ town employees. Worked with government officials to ensure county, state, and federal law compliance. Point person with FEMA during 1998 Labor Day Storm disaster. Lobbied NYS for monies to redevelop failed retail mall into retail, office, community, and recreation center. Worked with developer and various retailers, community groups, and organizations to spearhead acceptance and final completion of Towne Center, Fayetteville, NY.