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Warsaw, PL

Warsaw, Masovian District, Poland

• Directed single-country and regional programs in the Europe and Eurasia divisions, focusing on countering Russian and PRC political influence, strengthening political parties, and investing in emerging political and.
• Led the design and implementation of innovative programs engaging elected officials and political parties on PRC threats, including public awareness campaigns, advocacy, and network building across the European Union.
• Secured new business development opportunities through innovative, evidence-based proposals and strong professional relationships with potential donors and partners.
• Contributed to the development of division-wide strategies for countering foreign authoritarian influence and addressing foreign information manipulation and interference.
• Enhanced IRI's reputation in Poland and the region through consistent and meaningful engagement with political parties and elected officials at European, national, and subnational levels.
• Managed a team of up to 10 program staff based in Warsaw and Washington D.C., overseeing an annual budget of $1.2 million.

Warsaw, Masovian District, Poland

• Founding Member: Played a key role in establishing the Warsaw Security Forum, a premier platform for addressing global security challenges.
• Visionary Leadership: Conceived and launched the New Security Leaders (NSL) program, designed to mentor and empower mid-career professionals in foreign policy, defense, and security.
• Community Building: Built a thriving network of over 200 alumni from across the Transatlantic community, fostering ongoing collaboration on critical security issues.
• Program Impact: Ensured the NSL program's role in bridging generational leadership gaps and driving dialogue on emerging global security threats.

Warsaw, Mazowieckie, Poland

• Supported two Secretaries General and the Permanent Secretariat by providing strategic guidance and political analysis.
• Conducted country assessments and coordinated diplomatic engagement with national, multinational, and non-governmental stakeholders.
• Oversaw quarterly meetings of the CoD Presidency, Governing Council, and Executive Committee, coordinating agendas with Ministries of Foreign Affairs and other multilateral organizations.
• Co-authored the 2018-2023 CoD Strategic Plan, conducting consultations with over 20 national governments and civil society representatives, and led negotiations on the final document.
• Managed the organizational response to significant structural changes within the Permanent Secretariat, ensuring continuity of ongoing programs in Myanmar, women's political participation, and democracy and security.

Warsaw Area, Poland

More than 1000 hrs of professional training courses designed for civil servants, diplomats, politicians and civil society leaders on fundamentals of leadership, tools for policy analysis and development, team building and management, and project management. Clients include: - National School of Public Administration - Polish Naval Academy- Slovak Atlantic.

Warsaw, Masovian District, Poland

• Responsibilities:
• Operational Leadership: Managed day-to-day operations of EAD, overseeing activities and a team of 20+ staff to ensure efficiency and alignment with institutional goals.
• Digital Transformation: Directed the implementation of a new website and IT system to modernize processes and enhance user experience.
• Strategic Planning: Designed and executed promotion, fundraising, and recruitment strategies to drive organizational growth.
• Representation: Served as the formal representative of the Academy at foreign and domestic diplomatic events, fostering visibility and credibility.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Cultivated and strengthened relationships with key stakeholders, donors, and partners to secure long-term collaborations.Deliverables:

Warsaw Area, Poland

• Responsibilities:
• Program Supervision: Oversaw the Academy of Young Diplomats, Executive Education Department, and International Programs, ensuring high-quality delivery and strategic alignment.
• Project Leadership:o Led and authored the Visegrad School of Political Studies, a flagship initiative within the Council of Europe Schools of Political Studies network.o Directed the Knight of Freedom Ceremonies.
• Campaign Management: Designed and implemented promotional and recruitment campaigns to expand the Academy's reach and impact.
• International Program Expansion: Developed and launched new initiatives, including Political Transformation Workshops, Energy Security Workshops, and programs in Commercial Diplomacy and Lobbying.Deliverables:
• Alumni Engagement:o Established the EAD Alumni Network, connecting over 2,000 members from 40 countries.o Sustained active engagement through social media and organized three annual alumni gatherings.

Warsaw Area, Poland

• Responsibilities:
• Business Development: Established a sustainable business unit to deliver training programs for international diplomats and civil society, leveraging a social entrepreneurship model.
• Strategic Communication: Developed and executed international communications and recruitment strategies to attract a diverse and global audience.
• Team Building: Recruited, trained, and led a team to expand the portfolio of international training programs, fostering innovation and growth.Deliverables:
• Program Innovation: Designed and launched impactful programs, including the European Diplomacy Workshop, Schools of Diplomatic Skills, and the Women in Leadership initiative.
• Enhanced Partnerships: Strengthened financial collaboration with the Konrad Adenauer Stiftung, securing support for expanded program offerings.

Lodz, PL

• Co-Founder of TEDxŁódź: Designed and delivered the inaugural two editions of the event, setting the foundation for its success.
• Sponsorship Success: Identified and secured key sponsors who shared our vision, ensuring financial support for high-quality event execution.
• Speaker Curation: Brought compelling speakers to the stage, crafting a lineup that resonated with the audience and reflected the TEDx mission.
• Audience Engagement: Filled the auditorium with passionate thinkers, changemakers, and an engaged community of fellow great minds.
• Team Leadership: Collaborated with an amazing team of volunteers, whose dedication made the event’s success possible.
• Event Legacy: Established TEDxŁódź as a platform for sharing transformative ideas, laying the groundwork for future editions.

Durango, Colorado

Customer and community representative for prestigious golf resort and private housing estate in southwest Colorado. Coordinated between Resort Directors, HR, Marketing & Sales Departments and other key departments to ensure a coherent communication strategy during a rapid expansion stage where golf course doubled in size (18 to 36-holes) and the resort.

Master Of Business Administration (Mba), Business

B.S. Summa Cum Laude, Industrial And Organizational Psychology

Bachelor Of Arts, Business Administration; Marketing