Experience

U.S. International Trade Commission

• United States
• International Trade and Development
• 200 - 300 Employee

• International Trade Analyst

  • Jun 2016 - Present

  Investigator in the Office of Investigations Investigator in the Office of Investigations



Ascendant Program Services, LLC

• Business Consulting and Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Monitoring and Evaluation Analyst - U.S. Trade and Development Agency

  • Jun 2015 - Dec 2015

  • Evaluated the implementation and U.S. export generation potential of 15 USTDA-funded programs each quarter by analyzing project finance data as well as conducting phone interviews with project managers. • Analyzed the U.S. export and development impact results of over 2,000 previously funded activities for the purpose of recommending changes in strategy that can improve the effectiveness of USTDA’s program funding moving forward. • Conducted independent research to assess the ability of… Show more • Evaluated the implementation and U.S. export generation potential of 15 USTDA-funded programs each quarter by analyzing project finance data as well as conducting phone interviews with project managers. • Analyzed the U.S. export and development impact results of over 2,000 previously funded activities for the purpose of recommending changes in strategy that can improve the effectiveness of USTDA’s program funding moving forward. • Conducted independent research to assess the ability of existing data systems to adequately support USTDA’s daily operations, and contributed to the planning and development of new reports for public consumption. • Analyzed and monitored international trade policy issues and events in support of senior leadership’s strategy to strengthen USTDA’s position and influence in emerging economies. Show less • Evaluated the implementation and U.S. export generation potential of 15 USTDA-funded programs each quarter by analyzing project finance data as well as conducting phone interviews with project managers. • Analyzed the U.S. export and development impact results of over 2,000 previously funded activities for the purpose of recommending changes in strategy that can improve the effectiveness of USTDA’s program funding moving forward. • Conducted independent research to assess the ability of… Show more • Evaluated the implementation and U.S. export generation potential of 15 USTDA-funded programs each quarter by analyzing project finance data as well as conducting phone interviews with project managers. • Analyzed the U.S. export and development impact results of over 2,000 previously funded activities for the purpose of recommending changes in strategy that can improve the effectiveness of USTDA’s program funding moving forward. • Conducted independent research to assess the ability of existing data systems to adequately support USTDA’s daily operations, and contributed to the planning and development of new reports for public consumption. • Analyzed and monitored international trade policy issues and events in support of senior leadership’s strategy to strengthen USTDA’s position and influence in emerging economies. Show less



Odell, Simms & Lynch, Inc.

• Account Coordinator, Economic Development

  • Aug 2014 - Jun 2015

  • Managed a team of three responsible for targeting prospective U.S and UK investors for the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development as well as promoting the agency’s foreign investment incentive programs. • Conducted primary and secondary market research to gauge the level of foreign investment activity of blue-chip U.S. companies in the manufacturing, financial services and defense industries. • Arranged and facilitated meetings between U.S. corporate executives and EDO representatives… Show more • Managed a team of three responsible for targeting prospective U.S and UK investors for the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development as well as promoting the agency’s foreign investment incentive programs. • Conducted primary and secondary market research to gauge the level of foreign investment activity of blue-chip U.S. companies in the manufacturing, financial services and defense industries. • Arranged and facilitated meetings between U.S. corporate executives and EDO representatives to support growth and sustainability of existing and future business investment in Japan, Ontario and Germany. Show less • Managed a team of three responsible for targeting prospective U.S and UK investors for the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development as well as promoting the agency’s foreign investment incentive programs. • Conducted primary and secondary market research to gauge the level of foreign investment activity of blue-chip U.S. companies in the manufacturing, financial services and defense industries. • Arranged and facilitated meetings between U.S. corporate executives and EDO representatives… Show more • Managed a team of three responsible for targeting prospective U.S and UK investors for the Ontario Ministry of Economic Development as well as promoting the agency’s foreign investment incentive programs. • Conducted primary and secondary market research to gauge the level of foreign investment activity of blue-chip U.S. companies in the manufacturing, financial services and defense industries. • Arranged and facilitated meetings between U.S. corporate executives and EDO representatives to support growth and sustainability of existing and future business investment in Japan, Ontario and Germany. Show less



The Cohen Group

• United States
• International Affairs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Analyst

  • Jan 2014 - May 2014

  • Conducted trade and economic analysis of ASEAN nations, detailing the impact of relevant political developments on business environment and industry outlook for relevant clients. • Assessed market opportunities and provided recommendations to clients on the defense, technology, textile and construction product industries in South and Southeast Asia • Prepared and delivered a presentation detailing the significance of the Trans-Pacific Partnership for future business opportunities in the… Show more • Conducted trade and economic analysis of ASEAN nations, detailing the impact of relevant political developments on business environment and industry outlook for relevant clients. • Assessed market opportunities and provided recommendations to clients on the defense, technology, textile and construction product industries in South and Southeast Asia • Prepared and delivered a presentation detailing the significance of the Trans-Pacific Partnership for future business opportunities in the Asia-Pacific and its implications on international trade for clients and colleagues. • Analyzed defense market landscape in Japan, South Korea, Singapore, India and Australia. • Analyzed oil and natural gas exploration projects operated by key oil and gas producers in Europe, Africa and South America to highlight potential business opportunities for clients. Show less • Conducted trade and economic analysis of ASEAN nations, detailing the impact of relevant political developments on business environment and industry outlook for relevant clients. • Assessed market opportunities and provided recommendations to clients on the defense, technology, textile and construction product industries in South and Southeast Asia • Prepared and delivered a presentation detailing the significance of the Trans-Pacific Partnership for future business opportunities in the… Show more • Conducted trade and economic analysis of ASEAN nations, detailing the impact of relevant political developments on business environment and industry outlook for relevant clients. • Assessed market opportunities and provided recommendations to clients on the defense, technology, textile and construction product industries in South and Southeast Asia • Prepared and delivered a presentation detailing the significance of the Trans-Pacific Partnership for future business opportunities in the Asia-Pacific and its implications on international trade for clients and colleagues. • Analyzed defense market landscape in Japan, South Korea, Singapore, India and Australia. • Analyzed oil and natural gas exploration projects operated by key oil and gas producers in Europe, Africa and South America to highlight potential business opportunities for clients. Show less



U.S. Department of State

• United States
• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• Graduate Intern: U.S. Embassy Tokyo, Political Section

  • Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  • Drafted cables reporting key takeaways from meetings between U.S. government officials and Japanese counterparts for officials in Washington. • Authored policy memos on political and economic issues in East Asia for the Ambassador’s meetings with senior Japanese and foreign officials. • Provided qualitative and quantitative analysis on Japan’s economic relationship with several African nations, most notably Zimbabwe and Angola • Synthesized polling data from the Pew Institute… Show more • Drafted cables reporting key takeaways from meetings between U.S. government officials and Japanese counterparts for officials in Washington. • Authored policy memos on political and economic issues in East Asia for the Ambassador’s meetings with senior Japanese and foreign officials. • Provided qualitative and quantitative analysis on Japan’s economic relationship with several African nations, most notably Zimbabwe and Angola • Synthesized polling data from the Pew Institute, Brookings Institute and CSIS to illustrate rural voter sentiment during Japan’s upper house elections. Show less • Drafted cables reporting key takeaways from meetings between U.S. government officials and Japanese counterparts for officials in Washington. • Authored policy memos on political and economic issues in East Asia for the Ambassador’s meetings with senior Japanese and foreign officials. • Provided qualitative and quantitative analysis on Japan’s economic relationship with several African nations, most notably Zimbabwe and Angola • Synthesized polling data from the Pew Institute… Show more • Drafted cables reporting key takeaways from meetings between U.S. government officials and Japanese counterparts for officials in Washington. • Authored policy memos on political and economic issues in East Asia for the Ambassador’s meetings with senior Japanese and foreign officials. • Provided qualitative and quantitative analysis on Japan’s economic relationship with several African nations, most notably Zimbabwe and Angola • Synthesized polling data from the Pew Institute, Brookings Institute and CSIS to illustrate rural voter sentiment during Japan’s upper house elections. Show less



Japan Exchange and Teaching Program(me) (JET)

• International Affairs
• 700 & Above Employee

• English Language Teacher

  • Aug 2008 - Aug 2011

  • Produced curriculum for over 250 high school students and taught 15-18 classes per week. • Developed an itinerary, special curriculum and recruited host families for a student exchange program with a high school and community college in Des Moines, Iowa. • Created after-school English conversation club to provide students opportunities to practice their English conversation and to learn more about American culture. • Produced curriculum for over 250 high school students and taught 15-18 classes per week. • Developed an itinerary, special curriculum and recruited host families for a student exchange program with a high school and community college in Des Moines, Iowa. • Created after-school English conversation club to provide students opportunities to practice their English conversation and to learn more about American culture.