Deputy Director

• Nov 2019 - Present

Interim Executive Director

• Apr 2019 - Nov 2019

Director of International Trade

• Jan 2013 - Apr 2019

As Director of International Trade for the state of Nevada, I was responsible for the development of Nevada’s state strategy for international engagement, foreign direct investment attraction, international recruiting, and export growth. In this role I accomplished the following:• Established and led the International Division, managed the Procurement Technical Assistance Center of the Governor’s Office of Economic Development (GOED)• Represented the state of Nevada internationally with respect to applicable sub-national discussions and national discussions, conferences, meetings, trade promotion events, etc. • Developed metrics and policies and procedures for Nevada’s International Division • Planed, facilitated, advanced, and staffed Governor Brian Sandoval’s international trade missions• Facilitated Governor led trade missions to China, South Korea, Canada, Mexico, Israel, Ireland, UK, Germany, Poland, Italy, Panama, Chile, Peru, and Australia. • Served as Governor Sandoval’s senior staff on all international travel and senior level foreign meetings to include Foreign Ministers, Prime Ministers, and Presidents • Led trade missions and exploratory trips to China, Brazil, South Africa, Namibia, Twain, Poland, Finland, Columbia, Czech Republic, and Mexico with the objective of aiding Nevada companies seeking to export, expanding university outreach and partnerships, and recruiting foreign companies. • Successfully negotiated over 2 dozen agreements with state and federal governments in over 10 countries • Served as the state’s spokesperson for issues pertaining to international trade (domestic and foreign Radio, TV, and Print media) Show less

Southern Nevada Regional Director

• Jul 2012 - Dec 2012

Agency Liasion

• Mar 2012 - Jul 2012

General Manager

• Nov 2009 - Mar 2012

Managed a staff of 95 employees Responsible for increasing market share and profitability Instructor for the Gap Community Colleges Program, Community College of Southern Nevada Managed a staff of 95 employees Responsible for increasing market share and profitability Instructor for the Gap Community Colleges Program, Community College of Southern Nevada

Regional Representative

• Jul 2007 - Aug 2008

Portfolio consisted of the US Forest Service, BLM, US Fish and Wildlife, and the Department of Agriculture.Kept the Congressman and members of the community informed on a diverse number of legislative issues.Helped district staff navigate federal bureaucracy in an effort to address constituent concerns. Served as the liaison between Congressman Herger’s office, the community, and federal agencies responsible for outreach in Butte and Tehama Counties.Gave speeches and presented congressional certificates in the Congressman’s absence to various organizations and individuals throughout the communityFacilitated the Veteran’s History Project out-reach, and D-Day medal presentation activities.Drafted briefing materials on issues affecting the district for the Congressman and community. Show less

Legislative Assistant

• Aug 2004 - Jul 2007

Legislative portfolio consisted of the House Committee on Homeland Security, the House Armed Services Committee, the House Veterans Affairs Committee, and the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. Successfully researched legislative issues in these areas and provided timely, accurate, and unbiased briefings and briefing materials for the Congressman.Navigated government bureaucracy to gain information and provide feedback on programs impacting the district. Created legislative bill drafts on relevant subjects Established working relationships with government agencies, think tanks, academia, state officials, and the military. Facilitated events and program announcements with federal agencies in the district. Served as liaison between Congressman Porter’s office and federal agencies, civic organizations, state agencies, and other congressional offices that had an interest in similar issues. Planned and facilitated Congressman Porter’s trip to the Tucson Sector of our Southern Border. Facilitated Congressman Porter’s round table discussions with community leaders, business leaders, state agencies, and constituent groups. Worked with the Office of National Drug Control Policy and the Southern Nevada High Intensity Drug Trafficking Area (HIDTA) office to obtain increased funding.Prepared appropriations requests for the appropriations committee.Drafted press releases and provided background information to the media on many issues. Mentored interns and provided assistance to the DC and district staff when needed Show less