Experience

Arizona Landscape Contractors Association

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Business Manager

  • Aug 2022 - Present

  ALCA consists of over 435 professional landscape industry companies representing approximately 30,000 employees. Our mission is to provide the education and government representation resulting in the enhanced professionalism of members and the public’s perception of the Landscape Contractors and the Green Industry. Training, Resources, and Representation for Landscape Professionals, AZ Certified Landscape Professional (ACLP) Certification, and Sustainable Landscape Management (SLM) Certification ALCA consists of over 435 professional landscape industry companies representing approximately 30,000 employees. Our mission is to provide the education and government representation resulting in the enhanced professionalism of members and the public’s perception of the Landscape Contractors and the Green Industry. Training, Resources, and Representation for Landscape Professionals, AZ Certified Landscape Professional (ACLP) Certification, and Sustainable Landscape Management (SLM) Certification



Rama Management Co., LLC

• Sheridan, Wyoming, United States

• Managing Partner

  • Feb 2016 - Present



Everest University-South Orlando

• Education Administration Programs
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Director of Student Finance

  • Aug 2011 - Feb 2013

  • Assess employee performance, and provide feedback and support development through monthly coaching sessions, quarterly check-ins, and annual reviews for direct-reports; conducting these assessments and coaching sessions are essential components of this role • Make recommendations for individual and team development based on performance reviews, and provide guidance and coaching to direct-reports on an ongoing basis • Initiate, design, and deliver departmental training and developmental activities that cover a variety of topics • Lead the development of criteria for evaluating the effectiveness of training programs • Oversee personnel activities, including interviewing, hiring, and terminating employees as necessary, etc. • Encourage professional growth and foster cooperation amongst staff members and departments • Ensure pro-active communication and cohesive working relationships with all other departments • Lead departmental and team meetings and attend meetings with external and/or internal liaisons as necessary • Communicate updates of financial aid and collection policies and procedures • Manage departmental workflow and allocate key activities • Answer staff questions and resolve escalated issues • Perform other duties as assigned by local leaders • Direct internal controls for cash management to support appropriate cash flow levels • Responsible for tracking the allocation of campus-based funds • Assist in the coordination of the institution’s response to any internal/external audits related to Student Finance Operations; prepare documentation requirements to meet compliance audit standards • Provide ongoing financial analysis of current operations in order to make strategic/budget recommendations to local or regional administration



University of Phoenix

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Financial Services Manager

  • Jan 2007 - Aug 2011

  Promoted to management in 2007. Recruited new hires, conducted interviews, background screening, training, and on-boarding. Developed and participated in CARE committee for monthly employee engagement, appreciation, and recognition events. Conduct one-on-one meetings, quarterly development plans, 360 reviews, smart goals, performance reviews, and competency development with employees to grow and develop bench strength on team. Worked with senior management to review, develop strategies, and forecast campus budget.Key Results:Project Journey team member to create process improvements for updating student/staff financial processes and communicationsCreated process flow maps for current and future state processes for two project teamsMaintain program charter, pain points, business requirements, innovation ideas, and story boards of current and future state of the organizationOversee general accounting functions, including AR, account reconciliation, and Title IV certification and disbursements Devised creative and cost-effective incentive and morale-boosting programs that increased employee satisfaction and productivityFostered a teamwork/open-door environment conducive to positive dialogue across the organizationReview trend reporting on key indicators for action planning and solutions to departmental and organizational objectivesSuccessfully navigated Lominger competency coaching model. Mentored other managers to understand and develop staff under new structureAssist Senior Management through process changes, projects, and developing new managers

• Finance Advisor

  • Feb 2006 - Mar 2007

  - Provided student support on financial needs- Division Report Auditor, Internal Quality Assurance, Mentored new hires, Quality Assurance certification projections for team- Ability to work in highly regulated environment



BAX Global

• Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Client Services Representative

  • Jan 2000 - Jan 2005

  Provided client specific support for all customer needs. Key Results: Prepared data tracking reports of shipment trends and performed variance analysis in accordance with clients needs. Built and led teams in carrying out special projects Provided client specific support for all customer needs. Key Results: Prepared data tracking reports of shipment trends and performed variance analysis in accordance with clients needs. Built and led teams in carrying out special projects