Experience

Civic Center Conservancy

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Nov 2019 - Present

• Interim Executive Director

  • Oct 2019 - Nov 2019

• Strategic Partnerships Director

  • Jan 2019 - Nov 2019

• Director Of Operations

  • Apr 2018 - Dec 2018

• Director of Programming & Events

  • Oct 2011 - Apr 2018

  Oversee budgeting, stewardship of 100+ vendor and contractor relationships, and logistical planning of signature programs including Civic Center EATS, Independence Eve, Civic Center MOVES, Civic Center Cinema, Nosh & Posh, and Art in the Park.Develop and implement multi-year strategic plans for winter programming and cultural activation opportunities in Civic Center Park including the creation of Nosh & Posh and Art in the Park to increase winter activation days.Prepare and manage $500,000+ annual program and special event operations budget to maximize activation and impact for Civic Center Park.Maintain and develop relationships with 20+ funding partners raising $300,000+ through sponsorships and grants in 2017.Perform outreach and seek collaborative opportunities with various stakeholder groups including VISIT DENVER, the Golden Triangle Partnership, Downtown Denver Partnership, and various City of Denver Agencies and committees.Assemble and lead event production teams and board committees to expand organizational capacity to deliver results.Served as organizational spokesperson for Independence Eve event including live interviews. Results & Accomplishments:Increased the number of Conservancy-produced, annual activation days from 36 to 190.Increased vendor revenue at Civic Center EATS by 145% - over five years - through the development of a revenue metrics and tracking system, vendor management and extending the program season.Created and launched Civic Center MOVES with over 4,000 annual participants, 100+ program days and six community partners in the initial season. Show less



USA Swimming

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Program Operations Manager

  • Jan 2011 - Oct 2011

  Project and event management skillsets, familiarity with web site management principles and practices, and the ability to work cross departmentally with both marketing and information technology. Responsible for the mangement of USA Swimming educational resources including the delivery over multiple channels including video/dvd, webinars, conferences, and website content.Club Resource Management•Review, update, create and edit Club Development Division educational materials as needed•Manage annual highlight video project•Transition traditional education programs to an online environmentOnline Coach Clinics •Event Management for Online Clinic Series•Assist with selection and scheduling of speakers •Prepare, promote, moderate and execute each clinic •Facilitate evaluation, registration and track participation Regional Coach Clinics •Manage site selection, contract process and event execution details•Manage promotion, registration and evaluation process•Travel to at least 2 clinics each season•Work with presenters to update curriculum and format as neededWeb Manager for Club Development Division •Create and manage editorial calendar•Manage and maintain all content related to Club Development Division in the Club, Coach, & Parent Sections of USASwimming.org•Answer questions/troubleshoot end user issues in relevant sectionsReport Generation / Data Mining / Club & LSC Research •Compile reports as requested•Work with IT to develop self generating online reportsOther Miscellaneous Tasks & Projects •Club Development Division liaison for IT Projects •Club Development Division liaison with Business Development Division to promote CDD programs and perspective Show less

• Resource Development Specialist

  • Jun 2009 - Feb 2011



Metro Denver Sports Commission

• Denver, CO

• Director of Special Projects

  • Aug 2006 - May 2009

  • Led event production for 2008 Frozen Four and 2007 West Regional coordinating efforts of local organizing committee, community stakeholders, the NCAA, and the Pepsi Center. • Developed strategic decision-making framework for evaluating potential event bids. • Regularly collaborated with community leaders on event strategy, bid documents, funding opportunities and organization direction. • Coordinated workflow and production of multiple 200+ page bid books by managing efforts of content contributors, designers, editors & printers. • Managed program budgets for Frozen Four and West Regional exceeding revenue targets by 7% while reducing expenses. • Oversaw sponsor recruitment, retention, and fulfillment for Qwest Rocky Mountain Showdown leading to an increase in sponsor revenues of over 10%. • Coordinated on-field event operations for 2006, 2007, and 2008 Qwest Rocky Mountain Showdown. • Developed & implemented web-marketing strategy including site re-design & social media. • Maintained & updated website & email marketing to Denver Sports database. Show less



University of Denver

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Athletic Events Intern

  • Aug 2005 - Sep 2006



Denver Outlaws

• Gameday Intern

  • May 2006 - Jul 2006



Illinois Swimming, Inc

• Age Group Vice President

  • May 2003 - Apr 2005



Naperville Swim Team

• Naperville, Illinois

• Head Swim Coach

  • May 2000 - Apr 2005

  • Developed with board of directors and key club members an organizational philosophy of “Building Champions of Life” and infusing it into all aspects of the team. • Led organizational strategic planning and the day-to-day operations of 250+ person youth sport membership based non-profit. • Increased revenue by 67% over five years to fund additional staff, program enhancements and increase cash reserves. • Guided, hired, and evaluated staff of 10 employees with the development and implementation of human resource policies, a 360-degree evaluation system, standardization of job descriptions, regular goal setting and facilitating professional development opportunities. • Developed agenda in collaboration with the board president for monthly board meeting and prepared a written report that incorporated data on club size, club performance and other timely updates. • Prepared and managed $400,000+ annual budget. • Managed the booking of facilities and allocation of practice space for all groups. • Served on Illinois Swimming Board of Directors as Age Group Vice President and represented the organization at the national convention. • During tenure lead team to five state championships and coached athletes from beginner to international competitors. Show less