Representative

• Jan 2017 - Present

Priorities including reforming and modernizing legislative structure, criminal justice reforms, access to affordable and quality health care, and environmental justice. Priorities including reforming and modernizing legislative structure, criminal justice reforms, access to affordable and quality health care, and environmental justice.

Consultant

• Sep 2015 - Present

Communications and non-profit management consultant for local non-profits who are working in areas of social justice. Communications and non-profit management consultant for local non-profits who are working in areas of social justice.

Executive Director

• May 2018 - Dec 2019

Associate, Communications and Fund Development (Part-Time)

• Mar 2010 - Dec 2015

Support and partner with Executive Director and Board Members on all fund development and communications activities. Actively work with ED to develop and implement a comprehensive fund development and communications strategyResponsible for the execution of proposals; writing, archiving and managing proposals.Conduct on-going research on funding sources and trends related to intellectual disabilities.Ensure timely submission of proposals, reports and other on-going communication.Develop and maintain a system for tracking and preparing grant proposals. Lead online content that engages audience segments, leading to measurable action. Manage the development, distribution and maintenance of all print and electronic collateral including, but not limited to, newletters, brochures, annual report, e-newsletters and TDS website.Track and measure the level of engagement within the network over time. Cultivate and sustain relationships of relevance with print, radio and other media contacts.

Campaign Manager

• Sep 2015 - Nov 2015

Oversees all aspects of Kasandra’s campaignCoordinates and implements the fundraising operations and ongoing coordination with the candidateCreating and managing the campaign budgetResponsible for supporting on fundraisingResponsible for meeting financial goals and benchmarksResponsible for keeping on track with fundraising and preparing for call time and overseeing all fundraising eventSurrogate to campaign’s interaction with the media Building relationships with the press, communicate with the media as key spokesperson, set up interviews and identify media opportunities for the campaignResponsible for writing and developing campaign literature, drafting speechesResponsible for making sure the campaign gets its message out through direct voter contactDevelop comprehensive plan that includes door knocking and phone banking to identified voters to turnout. Supports in accepting and acting on all invitations, seeking out potential events and helping to put together scheduleResponsible for briefing candidate on each event and provide proper direction, contact information and collects information that can support our campaign efforts.Coordinates and manages all aspects of the campaign with regard to technology – website, social media, etc

Lead Organizer/Campaign Manager

• Sep 2013 - Sep 2015

Developing a comprehensive campaign plan in conjunction with state and local organizing directors and campaign partners.Conduct 20 one-on-one meetings per week with community leaders and assist in developing their leadership capacity.Managing and implementing a variety of campaign activities to achieve civic engagement goals, including specific signature counts, voter registrations, and direct voter contacts in targeted communities. Working with the organizing director to develop strategies that link local and statewide organizing efforts to the civic engagement campaign.Developing and maintaining organizational and clergy relationships to achieve coordinated civic engagement outcomes.Developing, training, and holding accountable paid staff and volunteers in diverse congregations to achieve specific goals and campaign benchmarks.Developing weekly plans and reports and other administrative functions, as needed.

Regional Get Out The Vote Director

• Sep 2012 - Nov 2012

Train new volunteers for Organizing for America’s (OFA) get out the vote efforts in Colorado. Coordinate out-of-state volunteers with travel information, housing and transportation upon arriving to Colorado.Manage GOTV fellows in east Boulder County. Plan and set up stating locations for Organizing for America’s (OFA) get out the vote efforts. Train new volunteers for Organizing for America’s (OFA) get out the vote efforts in Colorado. Coordinate out-of-state volunteers with travel information, housing and transportation upon arriving to Colorado.Manage GOTV fellows in east Boulder County. Plan and set up stating locations for Organizing for America’s (OFA) get out the vote efforts.

Consultant

• May 2010 - Sep 2010

Assisted the Office of Research, Advocacy and Legislation Wealth Building Policy Project to prepare and plan September, 2010 Fair Housing convening in Washington, DC. Conducted research on housing ordinances targeting immigrant communities in Prince William County, VirginiaReviewed status of complaints filed privately and by Housing and Urban Development. Reviewed trends in discrimination complaints based on anti-crowding ordinances across the countyCollaborated with fair housing and immigration experts familiar with anti-immigrant laws and ordinances in Prince William County.Prepared background information and discussion materials on the issue of anti-immigrant ordinances

Policy Anaylst - President Pro Tempore

• Jan 2010 - Mar 2010

Researched critical information related to legislation before the NM State Senate, Committees’ Committee. Participated in meetings and hearings with Senate leadership and committee on legislative issues related to state budget.Researched and analyzed prospective legislation, assisting and preparing President Pro Tempore on committee presentations Met with constituents on behalf of President Pro Tempore to discuss concerns and issues facing their community. Researched critical information related to legislation before the NM State Senate, Committees’ Committee. Participated in meetings and hearings with Senate leadership and committee on legislative issues related to state budget.Researched and analyzed prospective legislation, assisting and preparing President Pro Tempore on committee presentations Met with constituents on behalf of President Pro Tempore to discuss concerns and issues facing their community.

Director

• Jan 2006 - Nov 2009

Established and evaluated program and department goals, objectives and policy platform. Managed an annual budget of up to $350,000. Conducted research and grant writing to expand program revenues of up to $250,000Helped design and supervise the maintenance of a case management system, tracking units of service, facilitating grant reporting, and strategic planning. Created first-time homebuyer, foreclosure prevention, and financial literacy curricula, serving over 1500 families. Planned and facilitated educational and bilingual workshops for up to 50 families per month. Provided one-on-one counseling to families facing housing hardships. Oversaw, created and/or translated bi-lingual outreach materials for departmental programs.

Volunteer

• Nov 2008 - Nov 2008

Participated in "get out the vote" efforts; Early voting Participated in "get out the vote" efforts; Early voting

HIV/Prevention Educator

• Jun 2004 - Jul 2005

Assisted in the development and evaluation of program goals and objectives. Maintained program budget of up to $50,000.Developed and maintained program curricula for schools and drug and alcohol rehabilitation centers. Served over 800 clients in education related to HIV/AIDS, sexually transmitted diseases, and syringe exchange program. Facilitated monthly educational workshops to an average of 75 participants per month hosted by local officials, school districts and/or health educators. Advocated for families living with HIV/AIDS in nine counties in southeastern NM.

Volunteer

• Sep 2004 - Nov 2004

Oversaw the weekend canvassing for local, state and national candidates for local neighborhoods in Chaves County. Administered and organized the daily phone banking for local, state and national candidates. Organized and hosted special events for local, state and national candidates. Assisted in administrative and office duties, such as answering calls, greeting visitors and tending to facility. Oversaw the weekend canvassing for local, state and national candidates for local neighborhoods in Chaves County. Administered and organized the daily phone banking for local, state and national candidates. Organized and hosted special events for local, state and national candidates. Assisted in administrative and office duties, such as answering calls, greeting visitors and tending to facility.

Accredited Legal Representative

• Aug 2003 - May 2004

Advocated for and counseled over 80 unaccompanied minors detained by Immigration and Customs Enforcement. Certified by Board of Immigration Appeals to provide legal council for forty unaccompanied minors in immigration proceedings. Advised and counseled clients in immigration law and the legal process. Assisted and supported victims of domestic violence in applying for social services and legal status through the Violence Against Women Act. Developed curriculum and provided monthly presentations to families in deportation proceedings.

Assistant to the Vice President of Governmental Relations

• 2002 - 2002

Assisted the Vice-President of Governmental Relations in preparing for Congressional hearings, meetings with policy makers and organizations, and conferences related to higher education policy. Played a role in managing the office and covering administrative duties. Assisted the Vice-President of Governmental Relations in preparing for Congressional hearings, meetings with policy makers and organizations, and conferences related to higher education policy. Played a role in managing the office and covering administrative duties.