Experience

American Council of Engineering Companies of Nebraska

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

• Executive Director

  • Jun 2017 - Present

  The American Council of Engineering Companies, or ACEC, provides private consulting engineering firms with the tools and educational opportunities to be better business owners and managers. ACEC is the only national organization of engineers engaged in the practice of consulting engineering. It is comprised of 51 state and regional Member Organizations, representing more than 5,600 independent engineering firms throughout the United States. ACEC’s member firms offer expertise in a wide range of engineering disciplines. The American Council of Engineering Companies/Nebraska (ACEC/N) represents over 50 consulting engineering firms doing business in Nebraska. Its mission, consistent with the goals of the national organization, is to improve the quality of life in Nebraska by strengthening the business environment for and image of the consulting engineering profession. Show less



Lincoln Community Playhouse

• President Of The Board Of Directors

  • Aug 2019 - Jul 2021

  Lead the LCP Board by working with the Executive Director and the board to move the organization forward in serving the community. Volunteer position

• Member Board Of Directors

  • Aug 2018 - Jul 2019



Sheridan Lutheran Elca

• United States
• Consumer Services

• Council President

  • Jan 2016 - Dec 2018

• Council Member

  • Jan 2013 - Dec 2018



CHI Health

• United States
• Hospitals and Health Care
• 700 & Above Employee

• Government Affairs Administrator

  • Sep 2008 - Jun 2017

  • Develop and recommend a government relations and advocacy plan for Alegent Creighton Health which includes federal, state (Iowa and Nebraska) and local governments• Track, analyze and report emerging and current public policy issues, legislative and regulatory activities affecting the organization and healthcare industry• Prepare position statements regarding public policy issues, specific legislation and regulatory activities and recommend course of action to the Executive Leadership Team• Brief members of the Executive Leadership team and Board of Directors on issues, in preparation for meetings and prepare them to testify at public hearings• Build and maintain positive relationships and with policy makers, government officials, legislative personnel and regulatory staff on the local, state and federal levels—educate them on the mission of the organization and the effects of proposed regulations and legislation • Establish and maintain relationships with healthcare organizations with particular emphasis on the Iowa Hospital Association, the Nebraska Hospital Association, Catholic Health Association, Catholic Health Initiatives, Premier and the American Hospital Association• Work in cooperation with other hospital executives to protect tax exemptions through Friends of Nebraska Nonprofit Hospitals • Secure and coordinate site visits of elected officials and their staff to Alegent Creighton hospitals and facilities • Communicate Alegent Creighton Health’s views on public policy issues and specific legislation and regulatory activities to both internal and external constituencies• Prepare and coordinate testimony and grassroots efforts on public policy issues, specific legislation and regulatory activities Show less

• Government Affairs Administrator

  • 2009 - 2014

• Government affairs Administrator

  • 2008 - 2014



Sheridan Elementary PTO

• United States
• Civic and Social Organizations

• Fun Night Coordinator--Community Volunteer

  • 2013 - 2016

  Plan and organize school carnival for Sheridan Elementary School. 800 attendees, 80-100 volunteers Plan and organize school carnival for Sheridan Elementary School. 800 attendees, 80-100 volunteers



Campbell & Associates

• United States
• Construction
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Lobbyist Assistant

  • Nov 2007 - Aug 2008

  • Work with Lobbyist on a daily basis to ensure all clients’ needs are met • Attend all relevant hearings and monitor floor debate, take notes, report to lobbyist and clients; accompany testifying clients; prepare supporting materials • Lobby Senators on client issues • Advise on public relations strategies for clients • Maintain client database • Prepare and distribute: - client bill watch lists, and legislative updates on a weekly or as needed basis - Campbell & Associates yearly client contracts and all client billing • Responsible for filing all requisite registration for clients and Lobbyist with accountability and disclosure Association Duties: (served as administrative assistant to Associate Beverage Distributors of Nebraska) • Organize and coordinate meetings for members including:- Annual meeting of the Association and Biennial Senator reception • Plan and schedule visits with State Senators for association members • Schedule meetings with DC Delegation for yearly Legislative conference, prepare materials for leave behinds, send pre and post letters to delegation members • Prepare an annual budget for approval • Assemble materials for tax filing preparation and the twice annual financial reports for the tax attorney • Prepare all Association checks for co-signature, balance the check books and monitor the money market account • Maintain current e-mail and other member contact information, revise and update an association directory, update website • Prepare and distribute association members’ quarterly dues, annual Political Action Committee billing, and sponsorship checks • Prepare and file periodic Political Action Committee reports Show less



1st Choice Credit Union (People'sChoice FCU)

• Marketing Assistant

  • Feb 2002 - Aug 2007

  • Design and develop member communications such as point of sale displays, brochures, posters, advertising layouts, newsletters, statement inserts, web site, and other materials to enhance the public relations and marketing efforts of the credit union • Coordinate, write copy, and design: product campaigns, staff and membership newsletters • Plan, coordinate, and design all special events including Annual Membership Meeting (350 attendees) Credit Union Youth Week, Children’s Miracle Network Credit Union Week, Volunteer Events, Family Picnics, and Strategic Planning Sessions • Visit sponsor groups, make presentations, and take member applications • Organize, attend, and record minutes for the Marketing Committee • Assist members with opening new accounts including savings, checking, certificates, and IRAs; process member transactions and answer questions regarding accounts • Assist with employee incentive and motivational programs • Responsible for the purchases and inventory of all stationary and office supplies Show less



Bailey Lauerman

• United States
• Advertising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Account Coordiantor

  • Aug 1998 - Jan 2002

  • Functioned as project manager; managing timelines for client projects to ensure deadlines were met • Worked one on one with clients–Ameritas Dental, Nebraska Public Power, Nebraska Power Association, Chief Industries • Assisted account executives to meet client needs • Coordinated account team meetings, took notes, compiled meeting reports • Proofread all client projects and correspondence; keyboarding, photocopying, faxing, and general clerical duties • Coordinated all “office manager” functions, including ordering supplies, working with all service vendors, organizing company and client events, etc. Show less



Swanson Russell Associates

• Account Coordiantor

  • Sep 1994 - Sep 1998

  • Organized projects/worked with account teams to meet deadlines • Worked one on one with clients–NC+ Hybrids, Automatic Equipment Company, The Steak House • Provided support for account executives, including coordination of account team meetings, compiling meeting reports and proofreading all client projects and correspondence • Performed administrative duties for the Executive Vice President and COO • Organized projects/worked with account teams to meet deadlines • Worked one on one with clients–NC+ Hybrids, Automatic Equipment Company, The Steak House • Provided support for account executives, including coordination of account team meetings, compiling meeting reports and proofreading all client projects and correspondence • Performed administrative duties for the Executive Vice President and COO