Experience

College of Southern Maryland

• United States
• Higher Education
• 500 - 600 Employee

• Associate Vice President

  • Dec 2019 - Present

• Regional Director, Small Business Development Center

  • Jun 2014 - Dec 2019

  The Maryland Small Business Development Center (SBDC), Southern Region, provides Training and Business Consultation for new and existing businesses. Designed for all stages of business development. The SBDC provides proven, expert advice and training to current and aspiring small businesses in Maryland. We do this with integrity, one business at a time, through a network of knowledgeable, professional staff and engaged stakeholders. We provide guidance in the areas of money, management, and marketing. Our efforts result in successful businesses that create economic impact and a better quality of life in our communities.



RE Fields LLC

• Co-owner

  • May 2007 - May 2017

  Management firm of Edible Arrangements retail operation in Lusby, MD. Edible Arrangements specializes in the production of quality fresh fruit designs, made to order. Our arrangements include only the freshest fruits, pineapple, strawberries, honeydew, cantelope, oranges, apples and grapes. Seasonal fruits include watermelon, kiwi, mango and pears. Add chocolate or fudge, balloons or stuffed bears to say a special thinking of you! Call us at 410-326-1300 or visit online for delivery anywhere in the US where our stores are located.



Department of Labor, Licensing & Regulation

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Deputy Assistant Secretary, Division of Workforce Development & Adult Learning

  • May 2011 - May 2014



Tri-County Council for Southern Maryland

• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, Regional Economic Development

  • Aug 2006 - May 2011

  Regional economic development planning agency for Calvert, Charles and St. Mary's Counties in Maryland. Responsible for the project administration of 25 grant programs; average $2 million annual budget. Projects include small/minority business capacity building, workforce development; broadband infrastructure deployment and business retention programs.



Southern Maryland Works

• United States
• Construction

• Executive Director

  • Oct 2001 - Jul 2006

  Fiscal and administrative agent for Title I Workforce Investment Act funds serving the Southern Maryland region.