Experience

Surthrive

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Founder

  • Jan 2017 - Present

  Greater Atlanta Area Surthrive is a marketing consultancy that partners with social enterprises and growth-stage startups looking to scale their product, culture, and impact.



Square One Startup School

• United States
• E-Learning Providers

• Managing Director

  • Feb 2020 - Present

  Square One Startup School is an online learning community for overlooked first-time tech startup founders looking to reach the next milestone in their startup journey.



VentureWell

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Officer

  • Dec 2021 - Apr 2023

  Led VentureWell’s Stage Zero program on the early stage innovators team working to provide equal access to underrepresented student innovators and underserved institutions across the US



Outlander Labs

• United States

• Partner

  • Sep 2020 - Feb 2021

  Atlanta Metropolitan Area



Atlanta Tech Village

• United States
• Leasing Non-residential Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Diversity and Inclusion Program Manager

  • Oct 2017 - Dec 2019

  Greater Atlanta Area Be the face of Atlanta Tech Village as a community representative advocating for diverse perspectives and inclusive work environments while leading the design and implementation of the local diversity and inclusion strategy including programs, events, and digital campaigns. • Created, designed and implemented the first diversity and inclusion strategy including programs, events, and digital campaigns • Lead a Pre-Accelerator program for startups led by women and people of color which… Show more Be the face of Atlanta Tech Village as a community representative advocating for diverse perspectives and inclusive work environments while leading the design and implementation of the local diversity and inclusion strategy including programs, events, and digital campaigns. • Created, designed and implemented the first diversity and inclusion strategy including programs, events, and digital campaigns • Lead a Pre-Accelerator program for startups led by women and people of color which generated over $860K+ in seed investments and $2.5M+ in revenue to date. • Created program curriculum and scheduled mentors, advisors, and speakers to run workshops on building a sustainable startup • Ensured startup success by tracking key metrics and facilitating connections with VCs, Accelerators, and Partners • Secured $30K in Program Sponsorships Show less



Event Tent

• Events Services

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Aug 2014 - Jan 2018

  Greater Atlanta Area Event Tent is a multi-sided marketing platform that connects event goers and event producers in real-time. Our mobile application facilitates co-creation marketing that increases awareness to maximize attendance the day of an event. Event Tent is ultimately revolutionizing event discovery through visual influence.



Georgia World Congress Center Authority

• United States
• Hospitality
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Communications Assistant

  • May 2015 - Jun 2016

  Greater Atlanta Area • Created and implemented social media strategy for the Authority • Facilitated social media campaigns for large scale events including Shaky Knees, Shaky Beats, SweetWater 420 Fest, and more. • Developed and managed content for social media editorial calendars • Rebranded the company's internal blog publication • Successfully executed e-mail blast campaigns • Assisted with Authority brand campaigns • Created graphics, video production, and other creative tasks for internal… Show more • Created and implemented social media strategy for the Authority • Facilitated social media campaigns for large scale events including Shaky Knees, Shaky Beats, SweetWater 420 Fest, and more. • Developed and managed content for social media editorial calendars • Rebranded the company's internal blog publication • Successfully executed e-mail blast campaigns • Assisted with Authority brand campaigns • Created graphics, video production, and other creative tasks for internal and external customers

• Sales Executive Assistant

  • May 2014 - May 2015

  Greater Atlanta Area • Booked executive suites for large scale sporting events and stadium concerts at the Georgia Dome • Prepared sales reports, requests for proposals, contracts, etc. at the Georgia Dome • Assist the Sales Executive and the Executive Assistant with the maintenance of event files and preparation of customer correspondence • Gained a complete understanding of the roles of the departments within the Georgia Dome (including Security, Ticket Office, Building Services, Engineering… Show more • Booked executive suites for large scale sporting events and stadium concerts at the Georgia Dome • Prepared sales reports, requests for proposals, contracts, etc. at the Georgia Dome • Assist the Sales Executive and the Executive Assistant with the maintenance of event files and preparation of customer correspondence • Gained a complete understanding of the roles of the departments within the Georgia Dome (including Security, Ticket Office, Building Services, Engineering, Merchandising, Event Services, Executive Services and Accounting)



Georgia State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Around Atlanta Director

  • May 2014 - Sep 2014

  Greater Atlanta Area I previously worked as the Around Atlanta Director for Campus Events, a student programming department for Georgia State University. • Managed a budget of $100,000 • Planed and facilitated large-scale events in the metro Atlanta area for 37,000 students • Negotiated and contracted several venues, festivals, and special events • Developed marketing strategies that reach the diverse student body of Georgia State University

• Co-Director of Special Events

  • May 2013 - May 2014

  Greater Atlanta Area I previously worked as the Co-Director of Special Events with Spotlight Programs Board, the largest student programming organization for Georgia State University. • Managed a budget of $78,500 • Supervised ten committee members on planning and producing monthly events • Coordinated and execute events for 37,000 students • Negotiated and contracted several artists, comedians, and dancers to perform at events • Worked with graphic designer and public relations directors to… Show more I previously worked as the Co-Director of Special Events with Spotlight Programs Board, the largest student programming organization for Georgia State University. • Managed a budget of $78,500 • Supervised ten committee members on planning and producing monthly events • Coordinated and execute events for 37,000 students • Negotiated and contracted several artists, comedians, and dancers to perform at events • Worked with graphic designer and public relations directors to develop advertising materials • Developed marketing strategies that reach the diverse student body of Georgia State University