Experience

First Tennessee Development District

• United States
• Government Relations Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Community Development Coordinator

  • Sep 2022 - Present

  Johnson City, Tennessee, United States Serving the 8-county district of northeast TN by applying for community and economic development grants on behalf of the counties and municipalities and providing the administration services for the duration of the grant. Most of the grants are funded through the TN Department of Economic & Community Development and include HUD-funded Community Development Block Grants, Appalachian Regional Commission grants, Downtown Improvement grants, and Infrastructure Planning Grants. The main goals are… Show more Serving the 8-county district of northeast TN by applying for community and economic development grants on behalf of the counties and municipalities and providing the administration services for the duration of the grant. Most of the grants are funded through the TN Department of Economic & Community Development and include HUD-funded Community Development Block Grants, Appalachian Regional Commission grants, Downtown Improvement grants, and Infrastructure Planning Grants. The main goals are improving basic infrastructure (water and sewer), housing, quality of life, and access to workforce development opportunities, so that we can be thriving communities that meet the holistic needs of every person. Show less



Kintronic Laboratories, Inc.

• United States
• Appliances, Electrical, and Electronics Manufacturing
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Sales & Marketing Associate

  • Jan 2022 - Sep 2022

  Bristol, Tennessee, United States I am focused on strengthening Kintronic's marketing efforts by: 1) Establishing a firm and consistent brand identity 2) Creating regular content that serves our customers' needs in the broadcast field, especially video content 3) Building awareness of and interest in our products and services through more consistent and targeted digital marketing campaigns 4) Planning the annual NAB show booth to maximize customer engagement

• Inside Sales Associate, Shipping Clerk

  • Jan 2017 - Jul 2021

  Bristol, TN 37620 -Responded to all customer inquiries via phone and email -Processed all orders for inventory and resale products -Answered low-level technical questions and escalated to engineers when necessary -Liaized with accounting and purchasing departments to ensure no delays with orders -Processed weekly courier, motor freight and international shipments, completing required customs documentation for exports and taking responsibility for any issues that arose during the shipping and delivery… Show more -Responded to all customer inquiries via phone and email -Processed all orders for inventory and resale products -Answered low-level technical questions and escalated to engineers when necessary -Liaized with accounting and purchasing departments to ensure no delays with orders -Processed weekly courier, motor freight and international shipments, completing required customs documentation for exports and taking responsibility for any issues that arose during the shipping and delivery period Show less



International Language Institute, DC

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 1 - 100 Employee

• ESL Teacher

  • Sep 2016 - Dec 2016

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Taught intermediate level ESL course, incorporating grammar and vocabulary into reading, writing, listening and speaking exercises



International Center for Religion & Diplomacy

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Intern

  • Aug 2016 - Dec 2016

  Washington D.C. Metro Area Subject research on how Islamic govts are funding deradicalization programs; researched potential grants; attended events on topics relating to conflict resolution and religious extremism



Beta Verde LLC

• Admin & Event Assistant

  • Jan 2015 - Jun 2016

  Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina Area • Maintained correspondence with clients to arrange events, retreats and guesthouse reservations • Acted as onsite point person during events • Updated website with new information to increase community awareness of BV’s services • Designed administrative and marketing documents for managing onsite incubator kitchen



One Step Further Inc

• Mediation Intern

  • Aug 2015 - May 2016

  Greensboro/Winston-Salem, North Carolina Area Shadowed certified mediator in 12 court mediations; assisted parties in filling out paperwork; gathered information from the involved parties; completed mediation certification course



Believe in Bristol

• Non-profit Organization Management
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Intern

  • Jun 2013 - Aug 2013

  Bristol, Virginia, United States • Researched and initiated 8 volunteer opportunities for youth in the community • Prepared and presented presentation on the importance of community involvement to 3 groups of 200 freshmen students at high school orientation • Supported main street businesses and entrepreneurs through hosting 3 monthly promotional events