Executive Director

• May 2022 - Present

The Central Eastside Industrial Council is dedicated to building better businesses and more inclusive economies through advocacy and district enhancement. Central Eastside Together was formed in 2019 and provides cleaning and safety through care programs available to all residents, visitors, and business owners.• Led Central Eastside Industrial Council (CEIC) 501(c)(6) and Central Eastside Together (CET) 501(c)(3) Board of Directors, a combined total of 25 directors. • Leadership and management of both CEIC and CET employees and contractors.• Led financial management of a 2.4 million annual operating budget. • Led CEIC Board of Directors’ first strategic planning process resulting in a new mission statement and strategic plan. • Collaborated with city, county, and state partners on economic development initiatives to improve economic viability and livability for all of Central Eastside’s 1,400 businesses, 22,000 employees, and 6,000 residents. • Obtained new funding for CEIC, resulting in a budget increase of 100% in FY 22/23.• Restructured and negotiated a new cleaning program resulting in annual savings of $236,000.• Led annual negotiations with Portland’s transportation bureau to secure additional funding to support district cleaning and livability, resulting in a 25% increase in revenue for three years. • Successfully lobbied the City of Portland to focus on the Central Eastside for a 90-day reset resulting in over five months of attention on accessibility, lighting, and safety initiatives within the district, mitigating the effects of high-impact camping, drug use, and safety concerns.• Created and led CEIC’s 1st Business Forum, which gained national media attention with Mayor Ted Wheeler, Portland Police Bureau, County, and State representatives, attended by over 150 district businesses.• Gracefully managed PR and Communications over a tumultuous period in Portland’s history resulting in more than 40 positive print, online, and TV media spotlights. Show less

Deputy Director

• Feb 2022 - May 2022

Communications and Business Disruption Resource Director

• Dec 2017 - Apr 2021

•Communication and Business Disruption Resource Director for the Economic Development Collaborative and the Small Business Development Center for Ventura, Santa Barbara and Los Angeles County representing a total population of 11.3 million residents, 1.3 million firms, 5.4 million workers and a 6.4 billion dollar economy.•Manage communications department.•Lead communications team in design and implementation of integrated strategic communication plans to broaden awareness of economic development resources to advance business retention, expansion, and attraction opportunities.•Direct executive team on external messaging and communication strategy, resource allocation, and program implementation to ensure organizational focus on equity and inclusion of underrepresented communities, women and minority-owned businesses.•Collaborate with local, state, and federal government officials to assist local businesses, advocate for resources and implement economic development programs. •Direct and design marketing and program materials via print and digital platforms to engage business community on local, state, and federal resources and programs pre, mid and post economic, civil and environmental disruption.•Pioneered leadership role as regional Business Disruption Resources Director to lead business outreach and assistance through 3 federal disasters across VC, SB and LA County.•Led organization through business assistance expansion and outreach resulting in an increase of clients served by 230% and business outreach by 400%.•Initiated new project management process to increase operational efficiency. •Rebranded EDC website, marketing materials, and social media channels (www.edcollaborative.com) to create clarity around EDC opportunities and resources for regional businesses.•Pioneered launch of new website in collaboration with county leadership to provide resources for business startup, expansion, and attraction to region (www.businessforwardvc.com) Show less

Business Development Advisor

• Oct 2013 - Apr 2021

•Design business startup, growth, communication and branding strategies. •Design and lead businesses through financial planning and cashflow management processes.•Exhibit high knowledge and skill in entrepreneurship, human resources, organizational development, communications, brand development, project management, and social media.

Designer | Owner

• 2011 - 2020

•Offer design services and private acquisition of rare objects for collectors and interiors out of CLARE BRIGLIO DESIGNS, an interior design and personal style studio. (www.clarebriglio.com) •Design new spaces and redesign existing spaces, as well as edit and style new and existing furnishing. •Guide selection of paint, window treatments, wall covering, furniture, fabric, floor covering, and art selection. •Custom fine jewelry design. •Featured in Oprah Magazine, Santa Barbara Magazine, and 805 Living Magazine. Show less

Design Consultant- Special Project

• Sep 2013 - Feb 2014

Redesign of current product line to produce the "Precious Metals" Collection as featured in Oprah Magazine January 2015. Responsible for complete redesign, sourcing, and production of new product line for high end market. Redesign of current product line to produce the "Precious Metals" Collection as featured in Oprah Magazine January 2015. Responsible for complete redesign, sourcing, and production of new product line for high end market.

Human Resources Corporate Recruiter

• 2007 - 2009

•Managed all-level corporate recruiting processes including advertising, interviewing, and hiring. •Directed and advised executive leadership team on candidate selection. •Managed all on-boarding activities including new hire orientation and training. •Managed recruitment budget including cost tracking and reporting. •Maintained all office personnel records using HRIS system, ADP Pay Expert. •Coordinated benefit administration, open enrollment, and billing as needed. •Designed new employment branding and public relations strategy using a multi-platform social media marketing campaign— a company first. •Initiated and pioneered a formal employee retention program, resulting in an increase in overall retention by 15% with an annual savings of $500,000. Show less

Fund Development and Estate Giving Manager

• 2005 - 2007

•Managed endowment fund totaling $1.5 million and estate donor stewardship program. •Increased donor participation in estate giving and bequests by 50%, resulting in $2 million in secured bequests. •Built foundation for capital campaign totaling $5 million. •Managed special event design and supervised development volunteers and staff. •Managed all incoming donations, donor and volunteer correspondence through DonorQuest database management. •Managed endowment fund totaling $1.5 million and estate donor stewardship program. •Increased donor participation in estate giving and bequests by 50%, resulting in $2 million in secured bequests. •Built foundation for capital campaign totaling $5 million. •Managed special event design and supervised development volunteers and staff. •Managed all incoming donations, donor and volunteer correspondence through DonorQuest database management.

Fund Development and Marketing Manager

• 2004 - 2005

•Redesigned direct mail strategy, resulting in increased contributions by 250% totaling $75,000. •Managed grant program with annual revenue of $300,000 and annual development budget of $750,000. •Initiated and launched new analysis tools for campaign progress reporting, allowing organization to project future campaign success and budget accordingly. •Directed planning of annual fundraising event, resulting in $155,000, 25% over projection. •Supervised development volunteers and seasonal staff. Show less

Human Resources Assistant

• 2003 - Sep 2004

• Managed payroll process for 200 + employees in multiple states. • .Responsible for maintaining employee files ensuring HIPAA compliance and accuracy performing periodic audits • Assisted with recruiting, new hire orientation and benefit enrollment for all new employees. • Managed special events including quarterly and annual meetings. InfoGenesis was a software company that developed point-of-sale software systems for large-scale hospitality companies and specialized in the area of casinos, cruise ships, resorts, sports arenas, and corporate foodservice. InfoGenesis was acquired by Agilysys in 2007 Show less