Experience

Marimn Health

• United States
• Health, Wellness & Fitness
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Strategy Officer (CSO)

  • Mar 2022 - Present

• Director of Strategic Development

  • Jun 2017 - May 2022

  Responsible for the development and construction of the Marimn Health Coeur Center, a 32,500 square foot facility that is designed to address the social determinants of health on the Coeur d'Alene Reservation. The programs offered will help us get upstream of some of the health disparities youth are facing today. Much more than a recreation center, the new facility will be a safe place for youth and families to gather, learn and have fun — where they can access the holistic care, support and… Show more Responsible for the development and construction of the Marimn Health Coeur Center, a 32,500 square foot facility that is designed to address the social determinants of health on the Coeur d'Alene Reservation. The programs offered will help us get upstream of some of the health disparities youth are facing today. Much more than a recreation center, the new facility will be a safe place for youth and families to gather, learn and have fun — where they can access the holistic care, support and resources needed to overcome life’s circumstances and lead healthier lives. Negotiate partnership agreements and develop long term structure for joint ventures: Successfully chartered first Boys & Girls Club on the Coeur d'Alene Reservation. Led rebranding effort for Marimn Health in 2017. Currently ensuring brand integrity and responsible for communications, press, earned media, public relations, marketing & advertising, social media, major events, and community outreach efforts.



The Coeur d'Alene Tribe

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Public Relations Director

  • Dec 2011 - Jun 2017

  During my time with the Tribe, I served as the primary spokesperson and storyteller for all of tribal government and its business enterprises. I was responsible for the development and implementation of communications and public relations efforts and worked closely with reporters and editors at local, regional, and national media outlets on stories regarding the Tribe. In addition, I managed the Tribe’s philanthropic giving of more than $1M/year. I facilitated community… Show more During my time with the Tribe, I served as the primary spokesperson and storyteller for all of tribal government and its business enterprises. I was responsible for the development and implementation of communications and public relations efforts and worked closely with reporters and editors at local, regional, and national media outlets on stories regarding the Tribe. In addition, I managed the Tribe’s philanthropic giving of more than $1M/year. I facilitated community partnerships, worked closely on legislative initiatives affecting the Tribe, and built positive relationships between the Tribe and local and regional organizations. Show less During my time with the Tribe, I served as the primary spokesperson and storyteller for all of tribal government and its business enterprises. I was responsible for the development and implementation of communications and public relations efforts and worked closely with reporters and editors at local, regional, and national media outlets on stories regarding the Tribe. In addition, I managed the Tribe’s philanthropic giving of more than $1M/year. I facilitated community… Show more During my time with the Tribe, I served as the primary spokesperson and storyteller for all of tribal government and its business enterprises. I was responsible for the development and implementation of communications and public relations efforts and worked closely with reporters and editors at local, regional, and national media outlets on stories regarding the Tribe. In addition, I managed the Tribe’s philanthropic giving of more than $1M/year. I facilitated community partnerships, worked closely on legislative initiatives affecting the Tribe, and built positive relationships between the Tribe and local and regional organizations. Show less



Human Rights Education Institute

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

• Director of Programs and Community Outreach

  • Oct 2010 - Dec 2011

  Build collaborative partnerships with local stakeholders to promote human rights education Develop and promote an interconnected portfolio of community-wide education programs Develop funding strategy, identify and pursue fundraising and grant opportunities Create and implement a public relations plan to promote human rights in the community Build collaborative partnerships with local stakeholders to promote human rights education Develop and promote an interconnected portfolio of community-wide education programs Develop funding strategy, identify and pursue fundraising and grant opportunities Create and implement a public relations plan to promote human rights in the community



University of Idaho Executive Education Department

• Marketing and Communications Consultant

  • Aug 2009 - May 2010

  Research and develop strategic guidance on new program development in north Idaho Perform marketing research to determine return on investment of various department programs for purposes of recruitment and retention Develop written content for website and marketing materials and corporate sponsorship packet Research and develop strategic guidance on new program development in north Idaho Perform marketing research to determine return on investment of various department programs for purposes of recruitment and retention Develop written content for website and marketing materials and corporate sponsorship packet



Gallatin Public Affairs

• United States
• Public Relations and Communications Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Associate

  • Jan 2007 - Jul 2009

  Research, develop and manage implementation of client projects including public affairs campaigns, media relations, government relations, and strategic communications plans Conduct media training and presentation training for executives and spokespersons on key issues Write briefing memos, background documents and press releases on complex client issues ranging from health care to natural resources to energy Develop and manage project budgets to ensure prompt completion within budget… Show more Research, develop and manage implementation of client projects including public affairs campaigns, media relations, government relations, and strategic communications plans Conduct media training and presentation training for executives and spokespersons on key issues Write briefing memos, background documents and press releases on complex client issues ranging from health care to natural resources to energy Develop and manage project budgets to ensure prompt completion within budget parameters Track federal and state legislation and provide policy analysis to clients Provide clients with on social media training, presentation training and media training File lobbying disclosure reports and act as liaison to legal team to ensure we met federal lobbying disclosure and compliance; train employees on federal compliance requirements Show less Research, develop and manage implementation of client projects including public affairs campaigns, media relations, government relations, and strategic communications plans Conduct media training and presentation training for executives and spokespersons on key issues Write briefing memos, background documents and press releases on complex client issues ranging from health care to natural resources to energy Develop and manage project budgets to ensure prompt completion within budget… Show more Research, develop and manage implementation of client projects including public affairs campaigns, media relations, government relations, and strategic communications plans Conduct media training and presentation training for executives and spokespersons on key issues Write briefing memos, background documents and press releases on complex client issues ranging from health care to natural resources to energy Develop and manage project budgets to ensure prompt completion within budget parameters Track federal and state legislation and provide policy analysis to clients Provide clients with on social media training, presentation training and media training File lobbying disclosure reports and act as liaison to legal team to ensure we met federal lobbying disclosure and compliance; train employees on federal compliance requirements Show less



U.S. Congressman Joel Hefley

• Legislative Assistant and Intern Coordinator

  • Jun 2005 - Jan 2007



U.S. Congressman Bob Beaprez

• Legislative Correspondent

  • Jun 2004 - May 2005



U.S. Congressman Bob Beauprez

• Washington, DC

• Staff Assistant

  • Apr 2004 - Jun 2004



U.S. Congressman Joel Hefley

• Washington, DC

• Legislative Intern

  • Jan 2004 - Apr 2004