Manager, Programs + Initiatives

• Jun 2022 - Present

Marketing + Program Coordinator

• Jun 2021 - Jun 2022

Simon's Heart was started for a boy named Simon who died before his time. Every chapter that we've written contains the names of families and children who have been impacted by heart conditions and/or sudden cardiac arrest.MissionTo create and advance innovative and evidence-based programs, policies, and research that prevent sudden cardiac arrest and death in children, teens, and young adults.VisionA future in which parents and communities don’t lose children to detectable and treatable heart conditions.ValuesCuriosity | about what causes, and what can prevent, sudden cardiac arrest and death in youthIntegrity | in the evidence and data that drive our programs and policiesEmpathy | for families, educators, coaches, pediatricians and communities impacted by sudden cardiac arrestInnovation | in programs that engage families and advance the scienceCollaboration | with medical professionals, industry leaders, and policymakers Show less

Program Manager

• Feb 2021 - May 2021

• Managed implementation of WorkReady programs including the execution of all programmatic requirements (i.e. recruitment, enrollment, placement, participant payments) and compliance with all federal, state, local, funder and organizational guidelines. • Fostered and maintained relationships with partners and stakeholders necessary for program service delivery. • Developed tools, surveys, guides, trainings, policies, and procedures for program implementation. • Managed implementation of WorkReady programs including the execution of all programmatic requirements (i.e. recruitment, enrollment, placement, participant payments) and compliance with all federal, state, local, funder and organizational guidelines. • Fostered and maintained relationships with partners and stakeholders necessary for program service delivery. • Developed tools, surveys, guides, trainings, policies, and procedures for program implementation.

On-site Project Manager

• Jan 2020 - Mar 2020

• Managed on-site production of exhibit booths at medical congresses and live events including the setup and breakdown of promotional displays. • Acted as a line of support to clients, problem solved live issues, and ensured the success of the event. • Facilitated the shipments of promotional materials and displays at the conclusion of the show. • Managed on-site production of exhibit booths at medical congresses and live events including the setup and breakdown of promotional displays. • Acted as a line of support to clients, problem solved live issues, and ensured the success of the event. • Facilitated the shipments of promotional materials and displays at the conclusion of the show.

Country Director, Cambodia and Vietnam

• Sep 2013 - Dec 2019

A Country Director has the overall responsibility for the strategic leadership of sales and program operations within a particular country to achieve the organization's mission, vision, and values.• Supervised a full-time team of 7 direct reports and an additional ~ 20 seasonal staff by setting team goals, standards and providing ongoing coaching. • Grew operations in Cambodia and Vietnam to receive 500+ participants and $1M+ in revenue annually.• Designed and managed implementation of programming to achieve educational and student impact outcomes. • Developed and maintained partnerships with communities, international aid and grass-root organizations working in Cambodia and Vietnam. • Interviewed, hired, and trained 150+ international and local program leaders over six years, while conducting regular feedback and evaluations.• Outreached and recruited prospective students through fairs, information sessions, social media and company-wide sales and marketing initiatives, providing exceptional customer service. • Oversaw safety and risk management protocols, acted as a first responder in case of emergency, and a liaison between clients and in-country operations. • Collaborated across all Rustic Pathways departments including sales, marketing, client services, and human resources teams to contribute to company goals and initiatives. Show less

Program Manager, Southeast Asia

• Jan 2013 - Sep 2013

• Liaised with prospective and enrolled families assisting them with pre-departure logistics including but not limited to billing and fees, passport, visa, and medical forms. • Assisted with the seasonal hiring process by conducting interviews, coordinating logistics, and leading staff training sessions. • Led and managed multi-week educational experiences for 40+ international students throughout Cambodia

Production Assistant

• Oct 2011 - May 2012

Companies: • Infusion Brands • August Moon Films • Birds Eye Film Companies: • Infusion Brands • August Moon Films • Birds Eye Film

FanFoto Photographer Team Lead | Tampa Bay Rays

• Aug 2011 - Sep 2011

• Managed a team of three photographers. • Set sales goals for individual games. • Utilized customer service skills to engage fans of the Tampa Bay Rays by photographing and selling souvenir fan photos. • Managed a team of three photographers. • Set sales goals for individual games. • Utilized customer service skills to engage fans of the Tampa Bay Rays by photographing and selling souvenir fan photos.

Post-Production Intern for the 65th Annual Tony Awards

• May 2011 - Jun 2011

• Spearheaded the pre-production of the In Memoriam section which aired during broadcast; edited down selections, communicated to obtain photos and permissions. • Created time-lapses of New York City scenery which aired during broadcast. • Documented White Cherry Entertainment staff during production process through still photographs. • Shot video during pre-production for Director and Producer use. • Spearheaded the pre-production of the In Memoriam section which aired during broadcast; edited down selections, communicated to obtain photos and permissions. • Created time-lapses of New York City scenery which aired during broadcast. • Documented White Cherry Entertainment staff during production process through still photographs. • Shot video during pre-production for Director and Producer use.

Photographer

• Jan 2009 - May 2011

• Covered news, feature, sports, and human interest events. • Photograph of Penn State football head coach Joe Paterno’s 400th win which ran the entire front page and sold out of it’s 20,000 circulation. • Coordinated daily photo assignments for a staff of 20 photographers. • Covered news, feature, sports, and human interest events. • Photograph of Penn State football head coach Joe Paterno’s 400th win which ran the entire front page and sold out of it’s 20,000 circulation. • Coordinated daily photo assignments for a staff of 20 photographers.

Photographer at the Office of Global Programs

• Sep 2010 - Dec 2010

• Completed an overhaul of a photographic database, reorganized and archived the photos. • Increased visitation to Penn State’s Global Programs Facebook page. • Photographed promotional events and judged the annual photograph contest. • Completed an overhaul of a photographic database, reorganized and archived the photos. • Increased visitation to Penn State’s Global Programs Facebook page. • Photographed promotional events and judged the annual photograph contest.