Experience

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  Saint Vincent DePaul Mission of Waterbury, Inc.

  • Waterbury, CT

  • Director of Development and Public Relations

    • Jul 2016 - Nov 2022
    • Waterbury, CT

    Develop, implement, and manage all fund development and public relation initiatives to support organizational goals and to built relationships and create positive and memorable impressions about the organization with all current and prospective donors and funders in fulfillment of the mission statement.

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  Waterbury Public Schools

  • Substitue Teacher

    • Jan 2016 - Jun 2016

    Enjoy sharing my life skills and experience with young adults.

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  All-Star Driver

  • Connecticut

  • Community and Business Development Manager

    • Nov 2014 - Feb 2015
    • Connecticut

    Provided technical assistance developing marketing opportunities and branding of the All-Star Driver safe driving programs to the Connecticut Hispanic marketplace. Developed collaborative relationships with regional community organizations, providing penetration of the All-Star Driver safe driving courses and services to the Hispanic population. Managed the translation, creative and design elements of Spanish marketing materials, both physical and digital.Coordinated opening of Spanish lectured safe driving courses in six major cities in Connecticut.

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  Connecticut Community Foundation

  • Waterbury, CT

  • Community Relations/Development Officer

    • Jun 2012 - Jun 2014
    • Waterbury, CT

    Developed new social media relationships with members of nonprofit organizations and the business community (including an increase in Facebook Likes from 13 to over 500 in less than 2 years) that have enhanced the foundation’s brand recognition with young, digitally-savvy donors.Engaged individuals in community organizations by attending their events to promote the foundation’s mission and vision, leading to an increase in requests for sponsorship and grant applications.Managed the Give Local Greater Waterbury & Litchfield Hills initiative, an online fundraising campaign that helped participating area not-for-profits leverage the power of social media and raise more than $500,000. Managed all aspects of project, including information sessions, registration process, sponsor engagement, and post event wrap-up.Appointed liaison to the Public Policy and Advocacy Committee of the Connecticut Network of Community Foundations for Connecticut Council for Philanthropy. Successfully collaborated with other interest groups in the passage of legislation to create the Office of Early Childhood Development in Connecticut.

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  Sam Caligiuri for Congress

  • CT- 5

  • Deputy Treasurer and Operations Consultant

    • Jun 2009 - Nov 2010
    • CT- 5

    Provided logistical and performance standards for back room operations including guidance and oversight to staff and volunteers. Performed accounting and analytical review of donations to ensure compliance with federal regulations.

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  Loyola Development Corporation

  • Waterbury, CT

  • Project Management Consultant

    • 2008 - 2009
    • Waterbury, CT

    Implemented bylaws, policies, and procedures for a start-up housing revitalization and development non profit organization. Organized neighborhood meetings to educate, promote and gain support from residential stakeholders on a proposed housing revitalization and development plan. Successfully advocated before government officials to secure funding for an executive director's position.

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  CT - Department of Consumer Protection

  • Connecticut

  • Commissioner (2003-2007) and Deputy Commissioner (1997-2003)

    • 2003 - 2007
    • Connecticut

    Coordinated and administered policies and programs designed to provide consumer protection to the general public through licensing, investigation, inspection, regulation, enforcement and education. Operating budget of $12 Million and 154 employees. Responsible for the regulations of: Foods and Standards, Drugs, Cosmetics and Medical Devices, Alcoholic Liquor, Trade Practices, Occupational and Professional Licenses, and Public Charities. Promoted the agency's mission statement through speaking engagements, educational forums, and interviews with news media outlets.

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  State of Connecticut

  • United States
  • Government Administration
  • 700 & Above Employee

  • Boxing Commissioner

    • 2003 - 2007

    Sanctioned and provided oversight to professional boxing events held within Connecticut outside of the casinos. Responsible for putting together an experienced professional team consisting of boxing inspectors, ringside physicians, referees, and timekeepers to perform their duties in accordance with World Boxing Association, North American Boxing Association Rules and Connecticut Regulations. Championship boxing events were televised on ESPN, Showtime, and other sports venue.

  • Chairman, Liquor Control Commission

    • 2003 - 2007

    Chaired administrative and compliance hearings pertaining to allegations of liquor violations to ensure and to protect the health and safety of Connecticut citizens by regulating all persons and firms involved in the distribution, sale and dispensing of alcoholic liquor in order to prevent sales to minors and intoxicated persons, guarantee product integrity and ensure that licensed premises are safe and sanitary.

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  City of Waterbury

  • Waterbury, CT

  • Alderman

    • Jan 1997 - Dec 1999
    • Waterbury, CT

    Elected by the public at large in a general election. pop: 106,000Advocated good and honest government. Debated public policy issues, oversight on budgetary spending, and voted with common sense approach. Chaired the Community Development Committee, vice-chaired Intergovernmental Committee, member of Budget Review Committee and Youth Committee.

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  Travelers

  • Hartford, Connecticut Area

  • Case Manager

    • 1987 - 1997
    • Hartford, Connecticut Area

    Managed delinquent premium receivable accounts in litigation, bankruptcy or receivership with emphasis on maximizing financial recovery.

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  Grand Package Store

  • Waterbury, CT

  • Co-proprietor

    • Oct 1982 - Jun 1987
    • Waterbury, CT

    Retail management, marketing, customer service and sales