Experience

Arizona Historical Society
• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee
• Executive Director

  • Nov 2021 - Present


Imperial Valley Desert Museum

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Jul 2018 - Present

  In my duties at the Imperial Valley Desert Museum, I have: -Negotiated partnerships and contracts with external private, state, and federal entities. -Increased inclusivity and engagement with Tribal and non-tribal community partners. -Implemented sustainable arts and education-based programming with local schools and system-engaged youth. -Managed daily museum operations alongside concurrent long-term grants and development projects. -Managed annual operating budget of the… Show more In my duties at the Imperial Valley Desert Museum, I have: -Negotiated partnerships and contracts with external private, state, and federal entities. -Increased inclusivity and engagement with Tribal and non-tribal community partners. -Implemented sustainable arts and education-based programming with local schools and system-engaged youth. -Managed daily museum operations alongside concurrent long-term grants and development projects. -Managed annual operating budget of the museum. -Managed all IVDM events and “friendraisers.” -Maintained, reviewed, and updated standing museum policy. -Directed development of nationally-toured traveling exhibit “Life Along the Border.” -Directed in-house development of $42,000 "traveling field trip" video Education series. -Directed creation of new permanent exhibit. -Directed $230,000 renovation of collections storage area and other facility improvements. -Directed donation and construction of $500,000 parking lot facility. -Directed completion of $750,000 Curation Endowment through National Endowment for the Humanities.

• Director of Museum Operations & Chief Curator (Post-doctoral Research Fellowship)

  • Aug 2017 - Jul 2018

  In my ongoing employment at the Imperial Valley Desert Museum, I have: -Managed the day-to-day operations of the Museum. -Liaised with Board Members to determine and achieve short and long-term programs. -Curated a collection of over 30,000 artifacts. -Directed the creation of weekly, revolving museum exhibits. -Written and submitted over $50,000 in new grant applications. -Coordinated approval, delivery, and installation of traveling exhibits. -Sourced and oversaw… Show more In my ongoing employment at the Imperial Valley Desert Museum, I have: -Managed the day-to-day operations of the Museum. -Liaised with Board Members to determine and achieve short and long-term programs. -Curated a collection of over 30,000 artifacts. -Directed the creation of weekly, revolving museum exhibits. -Written and submitted over $50,000 in new grant applications. -Coordinated approval, delivery, and installation of traveling exhibits. -Sourced and oversaw events coordination with external agencies and institutions. -Managed volunteer and intern programs. -Processed accession of over 7,000 documents into museum archives. -Reviewed and updated standing museum policy. -Performed regular pest control and collections management reviews. -Hosted public lectures and outreach events within the surrounding community. -Attended and presented at AASLH 2017 national conference as museum representative.



San Diego State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Lecturer in History

  • Jan 2018 - Present

  Teaching introductory and upper-level courses in the Department of History, as well as those in certification programs. I employ an adaptive pedagogy, alternating conventional lectures with inverted classroom lessons and hands-on exercises (debates, fishbowl discussions, and student-led sessions) which emphasize an experience-based learning style. Teaching introductory and upper-level courses in the Department of History, as well as those in certification programs. I employ an adaptive pedagogy, alternating conventional lectures with inverted classroom lessons and hands-on exercises (debates, fishbowl discussions, and student-led sessions) which emphasize an experience-based learning style.



Priniatikos Pyrgos Project

• Protopalatial Ceramics Analyst

  • Jun 2011 - Aug 2019

  Staff position exploring the nature of Protopalatial Minoan ceramics at Priniatikos Pyrgos. Research examines the nature of site activity in the period and its placement within the broader Minoan history. Drawing, photography, strewing, sorting, and cataloging of ceramic and period materials. Database entry and updating to reflect ongoing research and new discoveries. Production of internal progress and research reports. Research incorporates consultation with Project staff and… Show more Staff position exploring the nature of Protopalatial Minoan ceramics at Priniatikos Pyrgos. Research examines the nature of site activity in the period and its placement within the broader Minoan history. Drawing, photography, strewing, sorting, and cataloging of ceramic and period materials. Database entry and updating to reflect ongoing research and new discoveries. Production of internal progress and research reports. Research incorporates consultation with Project staff and staff from other nearby Projects. On-site duties include assistance and training of field school students and volunteers in ceramic analysis.

• Volunteer

  • Jun 2011 - Jul 2011

  Post-excavation work (cleaning, data entry, analysis) at the archaeological site of Priniatikos Pyrgos, Crete.



Southern New Hampshire University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Adjunct Instructor

  • Sep 2016 - May 2017

  Teaching introductory-level courses in the Department of History. Past subjects have included the Minoans and Byzantines. Featured courses focus on the development of core skills necessary to the study of history. Skills include reading, writing, analysis, critical and creative thinking, and problem solving. Pedagogy employs conventional lecture styles alongside inverted classroom exercises such as debates, fishbowl discussions, and student-led sessions. College resources such as… Show more Teaching introductory-level courses in the Department of History. Past subjects have included the Minoans and Byzantines. Featured courses focus on the development of core skills necessary to the study of history. Skills include reading, writing, analysis, critical and creative thinking, and problem solving. Pedagogy employs conventional lecture styles alongside inverted classroom exercises such as debates, fishbowl discussions, and student-led sessions. College resources such as the 3D printing lab, writing tutors, and library research staff are actively integrated. Courses incorporate the Blackboard digital environment, and utilize Chicago style citation. Show less Teaching introductory-level courses in the Department of History. Past subjects have included the Minoans and Byzantines. Featured courses focus on the development of core skills necessary to the study of history. Skills include reading, writing, analysis, critical and creative thinking, and problem solving. Pedagogy employs conventional lecture styles alongside inverted classroom exercises such as debates, fishbowl discussions, and student-led sessions. College resources such as… Show more Teaching introductory-level courses in the Department of History. Past subjects have included the Minoans and Byzantines. Featured courses focus on the development of core skills necessary to the study of history. Skills include reading, writing, analysis, critical and creative thinking, and problem solving. Pedagogy employs conventional lecture styles alongside inverted classroom exercises such as debates, fishbowl discussions, and student-led sessions. College resources such as the 3D printing lab, writing tutors, and library research staff are actively integrated. Courses incorporate the Blackboard digital environment, and utilize Chicago style citation. Show less



Northeastern Anthropological Association

• Higher Education

• Guest Speaker

  • Apr 2017 - Apr 2017

  Presentation during the 57th Annual NEAA Conference. "Making Materiality: 3D Printing in the Classroom." 4/4/2017 Presentation during the 57th Annual NEAA Conference. "Making Materiality: 3D Printing in the Classroom." 4/4/2017

• Guest Speaker

  • Apr 2016 - Apr 2016

  One-day workshop during the 56th Annual NEAA Conference. “Ceramic Drawing & Analysis: Making the Most of Very Little.” 4/23/2016

• Guest Speaker

  • Apr 2016 - Apr 2016

  Presentation during the 56th Annual NEAA Conference. “The Case for Ceramic Analysis. From Settlement to City-State: a study of Minoan Ceramics.” 4/22/2016



Castle in the Clouds

• United States
• Museums, Historical Sites, and Zoos
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Staff Guide

  • Jul 2015 - Oct 2015

  Led guests in a brief orientation of the home and its history through various owners over the last century. Traveled between various rooms of the house to answer questions and expand on existing exhibits during the guests' self-guided tours. Served as a presence within rooms to oversee large or rowdy groups to ensure the preservation and protection of artifacts. Worked to ensure a positive and engaging experience for guests during their visit. Consultation with Curatorial Director and… Show more Led guests in a brief orientation of the home and its history through various owners over the last century. Traveled between various rooms of the house to answer questions and expand on existing exhibits during the guests' self-guided tours. Served as a presence within rooms to oversee large or rowdy groups to ensure the preservation and protection of artifacts. Worked to ensure a positive and engaging experience for guests during their visit. Consultation with Curatorial Director and Projects Director in production and implementation of new preventative signage, family activities booklets, and general policy and procedure. Led the half-day visit of a second-grade school group: managing 7 students in a tour of the house, educating them on material relevant to their class curriculum, and organizing the four separate interactives in which they participated.

• Curatorial Assistant, Volunteer

  • Jul 2015 - Oct 2015

  Photodocumentation of the historic home and its artifacts. Database entry. Write-ups of architectural and archaeological discoveries. Led an architectural mapping project of the house, including its antique, integrated organ piping network. Created new research and “Armchair Tour” binders of the home for all guests. Designed and submitted proposals for new customer markets, income revenue sources, digital applications, revolving monthly exhibits, and architectural design models for the… Show more Photodocumentation of the historic home and its artifacts. Database entry. Write-ups of architectural and archaeological discoveries. Led an architectural mapping project of the house, including its antique, integrated organ piping network. Created new research and “Armchair Tour” binders of the home for all guests. Designed and submitted proposals for new customer markets, income revenue sources, digital applications, revolving monthly exhibits, and architectural design models for the proposed basement renovation.



Plymouth State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Guest Lecturer

  • Apr 2015 - Apr 2015

  Special evening lecture at Plymouth State University, as part of NH Archaeology Month (2015). "The Rise and Fall of Minoan Civilization on Crete." 4/14/2015 Special evening lecture at Plymouth State University, as part of NH Archaeology Month (2015). "The Rise and Fall of Minoan Civilization on Crete." 4/14/2015



Saint Michael's College

• United States
• Higher Education

• Guest Lecturer

  • Feb 2015 - Feb 2015

  Special afternoon lecture at Saint Michael's College. "PhD Research at Priniatikos Pyrgos in East Crete." 2/4/2015 Special afternoon lecture at Saint Michael's College. "PhD Research at Priniatikos Pyrgos in East Crete." 2/4/2015



CeX Webuy.com

• United Kingdom
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Manager for Online Sales

  • Jan 2014 - Mar 2014

  Oversaw expansion and implementation of website sales and purchases for all of CeX Ireland; trained staff across CeX Ireland's physical retail outfits in e-Commerce procedures; processed receipt and/or shipment of all web orders; managed upkeep of CeX Ireland's physical retail outfits' supplies for daily operations; tested all newly received electronics and discs for quality and intake into CeX retail systems.

• Sales Assistant

  • Oct 2013 - Dec 2013

  Assisted in daily opening and closing of storefront; managed intake of new store purchases from customers; tested electronics and discs before purchase and intake into CeX retail systems; assisted and/or managed stock upkeep, storage, and storefront displays; frequent use of store PoS system; performed regular stock checks and repricing; oversaw weekly shipment of stock to other CeX Ireland stores, and intake of return shipments.



Grand Canal Theatre

• Front of House Service

  • Oct 2010 - Sep 2013

  Assisted with general front of house opening procedures: arranging main floor seating, opening the bar and kiosk, and arranging flyer brochures for maximum customer interest; salesmanship in program sales, including stock management and nightly earnings assessment; front of house greeter and floor regulator: upon receiving ticketed customers, it became my job to direct them to their proper floor in a polite and friendly, but forceful manner to ensure an even distribution of theater-goers… Show more Assisted with general front of house opening procedures: arranging main floor seating, opening the bar and kiosk, and arranging flyer brochures for maximum customer interest; salesmanship in program sales, including stock management and nightly earnings assessment; front of house greeter and floor regulator: upon receiving ticketed customers, it became my job to direct them to their proper floor in a polite and friendly, but forceful manner to ensure an even distribution of theater-goers amongst the different floors for the sake of the bar and kiosk staff; kiosk sales; versed in fire safety protocols; front of house and auditorium cleaning: before, during and after a performance, I would collect and help wash empty glasses and bottles from the front of house, as well as discard litter and restock the bars and kiosk, in the auditorium I would sweep each seat row, removing any rubbish found and inspecting the seats for damage and filth. Show less Assisted with general front of house opening procedures: arranging main floor seating, opening the bar and kiosk, and arranging flyer brochures for maximum customer interest; salesmanship in program sales, including stock management and nightly earnings assessment; front of house greeter and floor regulator: upon receiving ticketed customers, it became my job to direct them to their proper floor in a polite and friendly, but forceful manner to ensure an even distribution of theater-goers… Show more Assisted with general front of house opening procedures: arranging main floor seating, opening the bar and kiosk, and arranging flyer brochures for maximum customer interest; salesmanship in program sales, including stock management and nightly earnings assessment; front of house greeter and floor regulator: upon receiving ticketed customers, it became my job to direct them to their proper floor in a polite and friendly, but forceful manner to ensure an even distribution of theater-goers amongst the different floors for the sake of the bar and kiosk staff; kiosk sales; versed in fire safety protocols; front of house and auditorium cleaning: before, during and after a performance, I would collect and help wash empty glasses and bottles from the front of house, as well as discard litter and restock the bars and kiosk, in the auditorium I would sweep each seat row, removing any rubbish found and inspecting the seats for damage and filth. Show less



SODEXO (former SODEXHO)

• On-site manager of waitstaff

  • Sep 2008 - May 2010

  Scheduled waitstaff and assigned duties; performed opening and closing procedure; managed reservations and section assignments; swiped students’ cards for entry; prepared appetizers, sandwiches and desserts; delivered food to tables; washed dishes and tables; oversaw upkeep and arrangement of dining room; designed daily procedure and system at North Campus restaurant; daily requirement and development of quick, objective problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills. While acting as manager,… Show more Scheduled waitstaff and assigned duties; performed opening and closing procedure; managed reservations and section assignments; swiped students’ cards for entry; prepared appetizers, sandwiches and desserts; delivered food to tables; washed dishes and tables; oversaw upkeep and arrangement of dining room; designed daily procedure and system at North Campus restaurant; daily requirement and development of quick, objective problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills. While acting as manager, I was encouraged to experiment with various methods of procedure and physical design, as well as charged with innovating and implementing fresh concepts to inspire the loyalty and spirits of the students. Among these ideas, I conceived of a wall-of-fame, wherein parties who frequented the restaurant more than five times a semester had their picture taken and framed for a week, and thereafter worked into a permanent collage of all such groups from that semester; it met with resounding enthusiasm and the attendance rose to an all-time high in the history of the cafeteria, while reservation requests reached such heights that everyday— despite a two hour reservation call period— we were booked within the first five minutes of taking reservations and spent the remaining time refusing them (our policy was day-of bookings only in fairness to everyone). Show less Scheduled waitstaff and assigned duties; performed opening and closing procedure; managed reservations and section assignments; swiped students’ cards for entry; prepared appetizers, sandwiches and desserts; delivered food to tables; washed dishes and tables; oversaw upkeep and arrangement of dining room; designed daily procedure and system at North Campus restaurant; daily requirement and development of quick, objective problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills. While acting as manager,… Show more Scheduled waitstaff and assigned duties; performed opening and closing procedure; managed reservations and section assignments; swiped students’ cards for entry; prepared appetizers, sandwiches and desserts; delivered food to tables; washed dishes and tables; oversaw upkeep and arrangement of dining room; designed daily procedure and system at North Campus restaurant; daily requirement and development of quick, objective problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills. While acting as manager, I was encouraged to experiment with various methods of procedure and physical design, as well as charged with innovating and implementing fresh concepts to inspire the loyalty and spirits of the students. Among these ideas, I conceived of a wall-of-fame, wherein parties who frequented the restaurant more than five times a semester had their picture taken and framed for a week, and thereafter worked into a permanent collage of all such groups from that semester; it met with resounding enthusiasm and the attendance rose to an all-time high in the history of the cafeteria, while reservation requests reached such heights that everyday— despite a two hour reservation call period— we were booked within the first five minutes of taking reservations and spent the remaining time refusing them (our policy was day-of bookings only in fairness to everyone). Show less



Colchester Paintball

• United States
• Leasing Non-residential Real Estate

• Manager

  • Mar 2009 - Nov 2009

  Performed opening and closing procedure; coordinated and managed groups of 20+ customers daily ; cleaned, disassembled and reassembled equipment; managed employee schedules and duties; performed daily, weekly and annual upkeep on location; daily requirement and development of quick, objective problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills. Performed opening and closing procedure; coordinated and managed groups of 20+ customers daily ; cleaned, disassembled and reassembled equipment; managed employee schedules and duties; performed daily, weekly and annual upkeep on location; daily requirement and development of quick, objective problem-solving and strong interpersonal skills.



Deter Security

• United States
• Security and Investigations

• Security Guard

  • May 2008 - Nov 2009

  Performed hourly rounds on site; inspected doors and windows; locked down and opened sites; public relations; surveillance; police interaction. Performed hourly rounds on site; inspected doors and windows; locked down and opened sites; public relations; surveillance; police interaction.



Saint Michael's College Writing Center

• Writing coach

  • Jan 2006 - May 2009

  Worked alongside domestic and ESOL students to improve their writing technique through class assignments; taught skills ranging from idea generation, paper mapping and alternative thinking to proofreading and editing. Worked alongside domestic and ESOL students to improve their writing technique through class assignments; taught skills ranging from idea generation, paper mapping and alternative thinking to proofreading and editing.


Hickory Stick Bookshop
• United States
• Retail
• Sales Associate

  • Jun 2004 - Aug 2005