Experience

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  Learn Design Apply Inc.

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

  • Broadband Program Manager

    • Jan 2023 - Present

    As a Broadband Program Manager at Learn Design Apply, I spearhead initiatives to improve broadband connectivity and digital equity in underserved communities, collaborating closely with Washington State University and The Washington State Broadband Office. Key Skills:- Broadband Infrastructure and Digital Equity: Spearheading initiatives to improve broadband connectivity and digital equity in underserved communities, closely collaborating with Washington State University and The Washington State Broadband Office.- Data Collection and Analysis: Designing and implementing a comprehensive system for data collection, tracking progress, and ensuring communities have the necessary resources to create successful broadband and digital equity plans that inform Washington State’s BEAD funding strategy.- Strategic Thinking: Employing analytical and forward-thinking approaches to identify opportunities, mitigate challenges, and align projects with organizational goals.- Process Implementation: Leading the implementation of streamlined processes and procedures to enhance project efficiency, optimize resource allocation, and improve overall performance.- Change Management: Effectively managing change initiatives, facilitating seamless transitions, and promoting stakeholder engagement throughout the project lifecycle.- Team Management: Successfully managing a team, providing guidance and support to team members, and fostering a collaborative environment for cross-functional collaboration.- Team Collaboration: Fostering a collaborative environment, partnering with cross-functional teams and stakeholders across the state of Washington, including Tribal and County leaders.- Presentations and Webinars: Delivering engaging presentations and webinars to large audiences, showcasing project tools, best practices, and providing support by answering questions.

  • Grant Project Manager and Writer

    • Sep 2020 - Present

    As a grant consultant at LDA, I act as both a Project Manager and a Grant Writer. My current focus is on Broadband Infrastructure Grants to help bring affordable and reliable broadband to rural communities and Native American Tribes across the United States. In this role, I lead projects with multiple stakeholders from start to finish with no details missed. In the time that I have worked with LDA, I have secured over $120 million in broadband funding, with over $248,274,069 in grant announcements yet to come.

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  Freelance

  • Remote

  • Freelance Copywriting/Social Media Management

    • Apr 2020 - Sep 2020
    • Remote

    Freelance Copywriting and Social Media Management for multiple brands.

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  The Idea Collective

  • United States
  • Professional Training and Coaching
  • 1 - 100 Employee

  • Director of Client Management and Company Culture

    • Apr 2019 - Apr 2020

    Project managed 15 people on separate teams to ensure a successful customer experience for 180+ clients and that deadlines were being met.Created internal documentation and processes for the client journey.Planned monthly company events and retreats to create community among the company.Lead weekly meetings to create connections amongst our virtual team and to check in on teams to make sure their goals/tasks were being met.Managed the monthly culture and events budget. Trained and communicated with the sales team about deliverables and how to sell the client experience.Helped make vital decisions for the company such as hiring, offerings, and specific communications.Managed private Facebook community encouraging members to engage with each other and building a tight-knit and supportive online space.Edited and proofread all deliverables to clients to ensure quality before sharing with the clients. Engaged with clients on Ideation and Branding calls with the deliverables team to help refine the client's messages and brand.

  • Communications Coordinator

    • Dec 2018 - Apr 2019

    In this role, I worked with individual clients to help build their brands and spread their message with the world. This meant managing outreach and relationships to book media gigs, podcasts, speaking opportunities, and more.

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  HALO BRANDS LIMITED

  • Account Manager and Customer Relations

    • Mar 2018 - Jul 2018

    Freelance. I managed 4 social media accounts for two brands, OmegaPet and JoySpring. This included content curation and creation, copywriting, planning and organization, as well as intentional engagement with target customers.I worked on the back end of Amazon and Shopify accounts for both brands, fulfilling orders and running reports.I was in charge of all customer service related domains, such as customer emails, phone calls, and enquiries for both brands.

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  Soul Tribe Beach Retreat

  • Siargao, Philippines

  • Marketing Manager, Website Designer and Content Creator.

    • Sep 2017 - Dec 2017
    • Siargao, Philippines

    https://www.soultribebeachretreat.com/ Created and managed the retreat’s Instagram account, resulting in gaining 1,000 followers and creating a demand that sold out the resort for 3 months in advance.Designed website and branding materials that reflected the core values of the retreat.Created and managed the retreat’s Facebook page – utilized Facebook’s tools to reach potential guests worldwide and bring them together.Developed and coordinated PR campaigns that mirrored the brand established via social media, further showcasing what the retreat has to offer guests.

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  The Salty Cruisers

  • Europe

  • Blogger

    • Mar 2017 - Aug 2017
    • Europe

    Created an Instagram account and blog to document van-life surf travel from England to Portugal.Established core values and presented a unified and cohesive brand to over 5,000 followers on Instagram.Coordinated travel across multiple countries and learned about the value of diversity through meeting and connecting with people from all over the world.Created strong relationships with sponsors such as Passenger Clothing and Surf Yogis, allowing formutually beneficial relationships.

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  WeWork

  • Seattle, WA

  • Community Management Team

    • Nov 2015 - Nov 2016
    • Seattle, WA

    Managed the main desk area handling all client inquiries, resolving any problems, and providing a warmand welcoming environment.Lead daily tours of the co-working space, personalizing each tour based on the interests and needs of the prospective client.Coordinated events for both large and small groups to ensure everything ran smoothly and acted as on-site management during the events.Created and maintained partnerships with a wide array of companies such as Urban Yoga Spa andEvergreens.Worked with building management staff, security, building engineers and multiple vendors to coordinatework being done within the office space, ensuring that day-to-day functions ran smoothly.

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  Blue Mountain Station

  • Dayton, WA

  • Marketing Intern

    • Jan 2015 - May 2015
    • Dayton, WA

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  Palencia Winery

  • Walla Walla, WA

  • Tasting Room Host

    • Sep 2014 - May 2015
    • Walla Walla, WA

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  IndieFlix

  • Seattle, WA

  • Marketing Intern

    • Jun 2014 - Aug 2014
    • Seattle, WA

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  Whitman College

  • Psychology Research Assistant

    • Jan 2014 - May 2014

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  IndieFlix

  • General Intern

    • Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

    •Put together Powerpoint presentations and did research on how to best market certain films.•Learned the ins and outs of working at a busy and fast growing startup.•Helped manage the company’s social media accounts.•Put together informational films about the company. •Grew a strong interest in marketing, social media, and advertising as well as a love for film.

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  Nordstrom

  • Sales Associate

    • Jun 2012 - Aug 2013

    •Sold clothes on commission and helped keep the department organized and running smoothly.•Frequent departmental top seller.•Demonstrated excellent customer service skills and learned how to balance working on a team while maintaining individual sales goals. •Learned how to establish a client base and maintain professional contact with clients.

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  Camp Waskowitz

  • Greater Seattle Area

  • Camp Counselor

    • Mar 2010 - Mar 2010
    • Greater Seattle Area