Experience

Empire Health Foundation

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Policy Director

  • Nov 2022 - Present

  The Policy Director provides leadership for the public policy and advocacy work of the Empire Health Foundation and its partner Empire Health Community Advocacy Fund (EHCAF). The Policy Director builds a foundation for successful policy and advocacy work through Empire Health Foundation and EHCAF. The Director assesses, lays groundwork and creates opportunity for successful local measures in communities represented in EHF’s Equity Healing Framework strategy. The Director also drives the creation and refinement of a strategic policy agenda for key issue areas and oversees the execution of high-impact policy and advocacy campaigns at the local level. The Policy Director works with EHF leadership to ensure an appropriate level of consistency and integration between the various program areas with respect to research efforts, community partnerships, and policy campaigns. Show less



Spokane Independent Metro Business Alliance

• United States
• Strategic Management Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Live Local Palouse Director

  • Sep 2021 - Nov 2022



City of Albuquerque

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Downtown Revitalization Coordinator

  • May 2020 - Sep 2021



Azuca

• Greater New York City Area

• General Manager & Director of Business Development

  • Oct 2018 - Mar 2020

  Patent-pending Azuca transforms the way you experience CBD and THC-infused edibles, making reliable dosing and rapid onset a reality. Azuca takes the guesswork out of edibles and puts you in control, for a comfortable, convenient experience you can count on. Faster-Acting Technology: Azuca edibles take effect in a groundbreaking 2-15 minutes — non-Azuca edibles can take hours. With three patents pending, Azuca technology makes it possible to enjoy cannabis products socially, instead of feeling the effects hours later. Inspired Culinary Edibles: Azuca’s chef specializes in high-end comfort food, so flavor is never an afterthought. Artisan-crafted Azuca products are always made with premium ingredients and perfectly prepared for an exceptionally enjoyable experience. Show less



Traditional Biologics Corporation (TBC)

• Marysville, WA

• Assistant General Manager

  • Jan 2018 - Sep 2018



SoulSource, Inc.

• Greater Seattle Area

• Co-Founder

  • Apr 2017 - Jan 2018

  We want to help you grow! Our unique experience & deep industry relationships help us guide each of our partners to new heights. Synergy isn't just a catch-phrase when you work with SoulSource, its a natural part of everything we do. Working with SoulSource, Inc. means you are choosing a team that will connect you with leading cannabis brands, political and regulatory experts, marketing and media powerhouses, institution and private investors, and some of the sharpest minds on issues of sustainability and innovation in the cannabis industry. How We Can Work Together *Custom Products & Packaging: We work with you to create products your customers will love and packaging that is compliant, affordable, and effective. *Sourcing For Retailers & Manufacturers: We let you focus on running your business while we work our extensive industry relationships to bring you the best suppliers for your retail or manufacturing needs. *Brand Launches & Product Distribution: We help your business enter new markets and launch new products by tapping into our established networks of dispensaries & distributors to make a splash. * Seeking Growth Capital: Whether you are looking to purchase new machinery for an extraction facility, or to finance expansion of your dispensary chain - we have cultivated relationships with a network of investors ready to help you grow. *Selling Licenses & Real Estate: Every day we receive calls from people looking to sell their cannabis operations. We can help you to make a profitable exit by connecting you with our network of buyers and investors. *Looking To Invest: Why beat the bushes to find investments that meet your criteria? Our database is full of investment opportunities - dispensaries, cultivations, manufacturing operations, ancillary companies. Our network includes only qualified investment opportunities, so you can be sure our introductions will pay off. Show less



NorthStar Therapeutics

• Seattle Area & Nationwide

• Founder

  • Jan 2017 - Jan 2018

  NorthStar Therapeutics is an online marketplace offering high-quality cannabidiol (CBD) therapeutic products direct to consumers. Workshops and educational seminars connect consumers to trusted information, increasing their understanding related to non-THC cannabinoid therapies and products. NorthStar Affiliates leverage the power of their own networks to sell CBD products and earn income. NorthStar Therapeutics is an online marketplace offering high-quality cannabidiol (CBD) therapeutic products direct to consumers. Workshops and educational seminars connect consumers to trusted information, increasing their understanding related to non-THC cannabinoid therapies and products. NorthStar Affiliates leverage the power of their own networks to sell CBD products and earn income.



Tradiv

• Solana Beach, CA

• Director of Government Affairs

  • Apr 2016 - Nov 2016

  The Director of Government Affairs is responsible for the development and execution of government relations strategies, and the day-to-day management of government relations and regulatory activity at the state, federal, and international levels (as applicable). Working closely with Tradiv’s executive team and its business leaders, the Director assesses potential impacts of public policy and regulation, and develops and implements comprehensive strategic and tactical plans to protect and advance the interests of Tradiv initiatives. This position is also responsible for “crisis management” and must respond to quick shifts in regulations, legislation and positions in order to protect and promote Tradiv initiatives. In addition, this role will ensure that Tradiv is effectively and strategically involved in critical associations and with relevant external groups, constituencies and coalitions. This individual will be an advocate and spokesperson for the company on Government Relation issues in collaboration with the Board Chairman and other executive team members. With strong industry and political experience, this individual will be expected to serve as a persuasive, knowledgeable and enthusiastic representative of Tradiv. Show less



DOPE Magazine

• United States
• Online Audio and Video Media
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director of Operations

  • Feb 2015 - Feb 2016

• Washington State Director

  • Feb 2015 - Jun 2015

  I manage all aspects of DOPE Magazine's operations in Washington: operating within established budgets to exceed sales goals, produce an exceptional magazine every month, and build a strong team and company culture. I supervise and coach 11 staff split between sales and production departments, in addition to corporate staff co-located. Annual ad sales top $1M and Washington distribution is growing past 20,000 magazines monthly. Additional responsibilities include facilitating planning and execution of social media strategies, professional development and continuous improvement processes, and cannabis community engagement. Show less



Confluence Strategies & Innovation

• Anchorage, Alaska Area

• Owner/President

  • Sep 2011 - Dec 2014

  Provide consulting services for companies seeking to increase the depth or breadth of sustainable business strategies. Social enterprise innovation, GRI and other sustainabilty assessments, organizational systems change. Provide consulting services for companies seeking to increase the depth or breadth of sustainable business strategies. Social enterprise innovation, GRI and other sustainabilty assessments, organizational systems change.



Rael for New Mexico

• Albuquerque, New Mexico Area

• Campaign Director

  • Oct 2013 - Jul 2014

  I managed all aspects of the Rael for New Mexico campaign for governor. Running a statewide political campaign is like launching a start-up. I was responsible for creating all campaign structures, including staff, communications, fundraising, and campaign messaging. Building websites, launching social media campaigns, organizing fundraising and voter contact strategies. It all comes down to my ability to engage supporters, train and manage staff, and earn media coverage for my candidate. The campaign successfully raised more than $500,000 from large and small donors. Show less



Best Beginnings

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Partnerships Manager

  • Jun 2011 - Jul 2013

  Work with Alaska communities to organize and implement systems to support families and young children. *Training & Technical Assistance *Grant administration *Social media Work with Alaska communities to organize and implement systems to support families and young children. *Training & Technical Assistance *Grant administration *Social media



Organizing for America

• State Director

  • Apr 2009 - Jun 2011

  After the 2008 presidential election I continued working for the DNC as the State Director for President Obama's grassroots organization. I spent nearly all my time at OFA working to organize and mobilize Alaskans to support the Affordable Care Act. This process took more than a year. As the State Director I was responsible for all strategic planning, managing staff and volunteers, and serving as the key spokesperson in Alaska for the White House and President Obama. I organized dozens of earned media events, voter contact events, community events, and trainings. Show less



Anchorage Urban League Young Professionals

• Community Engagement Chair

  • 2008 - 2009

  Collaborated with young professionals to create "OurTime 2008", a youth-based political literacy campaign that used hip-hop as a tool for teaching community engagement and political literacy. We built "Street Teams" of young volunteer voter registrars to register peers in schools and neighborhoods across the city. We registered more than 1000 new youth in Anchorage and proved that young people can be moved by messages that make it clear they are not an afterthought. Anchorage Daily News feature: http://www.adn.com/2008/01/12/262444/multiethnic-but-single-minded.html Show less



Democratic National Committee

• United States
• Political Organizations
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Alaska Statewide Organizer

  • Oct 2005 - Dec 2008

  Spent six years working to build the capacity to elect Democrats in Alaska. To do this I worked as an organizer, traveling across the state, identifying, recruiting and training volunteers, and building grassroots systems to make the most of volunteers. I assisted in setting up and managing voter contact and GOTV campaigns. As the lead organizer learned project management and event planning. Spent six years working to build the capacity to elect Democrats in Alaska. To do this I worked as an organizer, traveling across the state, identifying, recruiting and training volunteers, and building grassroots systems to make the most of volunteers. I assisted in setting up and managing voter contact and GOTV campaigns. As the lead organizer learned project management and event planning.



Obama for America

• United States
• Political Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Rural Alaska Field Director

  • Jul 2008 - Nov 2008

  I am the Regional Field Director for Barack Obama's Campaign for Change in Rural Alaska. This region includes all the Interior villages, Aleutian Islands, Kodiak, Southeast Tlingit & Haida villages and everything West and North of Fairbanks. I am the Regional Field Director for Barack Obama's Campaign for Change in Rural Alaska. This region includes all the Interior villages, Aleutian Islands, Kodiak, Southeast Tlingit & Haida villages and everything West and North of Fairbanks.



Alaska Conservation Foundation

• Alaska Labor Liaison

  • Jun 2003 - Sep 2005

  Worked as a liaison between Alaska labor unions and Alaska environmental organizations. My job was to bridge the gap created by polarizing wedge issues in order to build a dialogue of understanding. Labor and Environment are largely progressive, but there was no basis for collaborating on the larger progressive agenda. I published the Guide to Alaska Labor. Worked as a liaison between Alaska labor unions and Alaska environmental organizations. My job was to bridge the gap created by polarizing wedge issues in order to build a dialogue of understanding. Labor and Environment are largely progressive, but there was no basis for collaborating on the larger progressive agenda. I published the Guide to Alaska Labor.



University of Idaho

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• ASUI Director of Sustainability

  • Sep 2004 - May 2005

  "Former CNR student and ASUI Senator Jonathan Teeters is probably the last person you would associate with a butterfly. But if this young man – with the looks of a linebacker – had not tested his wings in leading sustainability efforts at Idaho, the University likely would not be on its current trajectory toward establishing a legacy of sustainable programs and outreach to Idaho communities. “At Idaho, we are making sure that an academic, social and cultural infrastructure exists that will encourage students to ‘think globally and act locally.’ The goal is to develop a campus culture of accountability and understanding,” said Teeters. As an ASUI senator, Teeters helped initiate pivotal changes in the university culture, changes that would become a permanent part of the University of Idaho brand. By developing communication among faculty, staff and students, he was able to create the impetus for the committees and working groups now tackling sustainability issues on campus. Teeters worked with Idaho legislators to establish a state resolution endorsing sustainability. With legislative backing, Teeters was able to present a solid case before President White, and encouraged him to make a university wide commitment to sustainability. White put this commitment in writing when he signed the Talloires Declaration in 2005, the first official statement made by University administrators to profess a commitment to environmental stability in higher education. “I really don’t think we would be where we are today in terms of the sustainability movement on campus if Jonathan hadn’t started it,” said Alton Campbell, associate dean. The “Sustainable Idaho Initiative: Learning Together, Leading the Way,” is one result of the sustainability movement Teeters, Steven Hollenhorst, Charles Harris and others worked so hard to establish. Show less



University of Idaho CNR

• Non-Invasive Genetics Lab Tech.

  • Jun 1999 - Mar 2001

  Worked two summers full-time and one academic year part-time as a genetic technician. I processed non-invasive samples (hair, scat) to extract DNA, amplify through PCR and deliver good batches to Masters & Ph.D students for microsatellite analysis in most cases. Worked with elk, grizzly & black bear, Asiatic leopard, spectacled bear, red wolf and others. Visited Glacier Natl. Park to see firsthand the process of setting non-invasive hair traps. Worked two summers full-time and one academic year part-time as a genetic technician. I processed non-invasive samples (hair, scat) to extract DNA, amplify through PCR and deliver good batches to Masters & Ph.D students for microsatellite analysis in most cases. Worked with elk, grizzly & black bear, Asiatic leopard, spectacled bear, red wolf and others. Visited Glacier Natl. Park to see firsthand the process of setting non-invasive hair traps.