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Chicago, Illinois, United States

Greater Chicago Area

Chicago, Illinois, United States

The Commission advises the President and members of the Cook County Board of Commissioners on issues of concern to women and girls in Cook County, develops policy and program recommendations, and collaborates on projects addressing related issues.

Chicago, Illinois, United States

Boutique strategic communications and advocacy consulting firm representing corporations, institutions, elected officials and non-profit organizations.Strategy & Strategic Communications: Manage complex public affairs initiatives. Develop communications and advocacy strategies to help clients achieve their public realm goals. Oversee creation and design of printed materials, website and email marketing, Write and implement action plans to communicate with stakeholders and respond to corporate changes, crises and significant announcements. Administration & Operations: Oversee hiring, information technology and outside consultants. Manage campaign staff, budget, communications, volunteers, strategic planning, website, database and fundraising. Government & Community Relations: Direct community outreach and government relations strategies to increase community engagement and build governmental support for healthcare and corporate clients to achieve their goals.Fundraising & Event Planning: Develop and implement fundraising plans. Organize turn-key fundraising events to raise money for non-profits and political candidates. Oversee planning of community outreach events and galas for non-profit institutions.Vice President, Client Affairs (2011-present)Senior Associate (2000-2011)Associate (1999-2000)

Served on the executive committee of the national board and represented all the Peace Corps affiliate groups nationwide.

Led board overseeing community volunteer projects, professional networking, social events, mentoring, and Third Goal activities that promote global awareness.

Organize monthly gatherings on international development topics.

Managed, directed and organized biannual conference held in Chicago that included plenary sessions, workshops, exhibit hall, fundraising gala, reunions and special events. Managed 30-member steering committee that met monthly for nearly 2 years. Created Advisory Board.

Donor Recognition Supervisor. Managed staff of up to 6.Senior Program Coordinator, Health, Hunger & Humanity (3-H) Grants and Peace Programs.

Morocco

Coordinated with government ministries, community leaders and residents on community development projects. Conducted all work in Arabic and French. Lead technical training of new Peace Corps volunteers.

Ba, Economics

Education record

Mba, Marketing, Finance And Public/Non-Profit Management

Activities and Societies: Dean's Award for Service

College Semester Abroad In Zimbabwe. Focus On Southern Africa Studies.

Education record

Activities and Societies: Worked on floor of the US House of Representatives as a Congressional Page while taking high school classes.