Experience

Employee Assistance Professionals Association

• Professional Training and Coaching
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Sep 2021 - Present



Blue Tail Consulting

• President

  • Apr 2019 - Present



USA Gymnastics

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Judge (National Rating)

  • Oct 1981 - Present

  Officiate USA Gymnastics meets from NCAA collegiate competitions to Junior Olympic events. I have been Nationally rated since 2001. Officiate USA Gymnastics meets from NCAA collegiate competitions to Junior Olympic events. I have been Nationally rated since 2001.



Zimcode Inc. and Team Runner

• California/remote

• Advisory Committee Member

  • Jul 2019 - Jul 2021

  TeamRunner is the leading commerce platform that connects sports organizations, tournaments and group events with traveling teams, fans and groups. We partner with transportation companies, hotels, restaurants, service providers, entertainment venues, merchants, ...etc - enabling all participants to significantly lower costs and increase visibility into sport travel planning and arrangements. We have simplified the travel experience and created an ecosystem around the sports team travel experience that integrates all the needs a group/team would require when traveling for a sporting event. We also provide data mining capabilities and have real time Economic Impact Reports. Moreover we are very socially conscious organization. We donate a large amount of our net revenues back to the organizations and communities that used TeamRunner for scholarships. https://www.teamrunner.com/ Show less



National Postdoctoral Association

• United States
• Higher Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Jun 2016 - Jul 2019

  The NPA is a member-driven organization that provides a unique, national voice for postdoctoral scholars. It takes on an ambitious agenda to enhance the quality of the postdoctoral experience in the United States, assuming a leadership role in addressing the many issues confronting the postdoctoral community that are national in scope and requiring action beyond the local level. • Work with the Board of Directors and numerous committees and task force groups. • Increased the budget 79%; Supervise a staff that has increased by 25%. • Lead program efforts to include: National Conference; National Postdoctoral Appreciation Week; Development efforts, Education Services to include monthly newsletter, two professional monthly webinars, Marketing and Public Relations; representative to numerous professional organizations, eg, National Institute of Health, National Science Foundation. • Building formal relationships with key organizations, eg, National Institute of Health, FASEB, NSF, NRMN, NOGLSTP, SACNAS, GCC, Sigma Xi. • Instrumental in leading strategic planning efforts; branding revisions, including national logo and website. • Started a Career Center that has become significantly profitable and serves the mission. • Grew the Annual Conference over 20%. Show less



National Intercollegiate Soccer Officials Association

• United States
• Spectator Sports
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Aug 2016 - Apr 2019

  Leader of soccer collegiate soccer officials in the United States. • Served as the Chief Administrator and work with the Board of Directors. • Supervised a staff of two part-time employees and one independent contractor. Ran the organization as a busines. • Lead the national convention and education programs throughout the US; worked and increased sponsors. • Lead and implemented strategic planning process. • Liaison to NCAA, NAIA, and the National Association of Sports Officials. • Reorganized educational systems to include National Referee Clinics and online training system. Show less



Network for Good is now Bonterra

• Software Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Development Consultant

  • Jan 2014 - Feb 2019

  Work with nonprofits in developing their fundraising plans. Work with nonprofits in developing their fundraising plans.



My Hometown Heroes, Inc.

• United States
• Philanthropic Fundraising Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Board Member

  • Sep 2014 - Sep 2016

  Volunteer Board Member Volunteer Board Member



MILITARY ORDER OF THE PURPLE HEART SERVICE FOUNDATION INC

• United States

• Chief Development Officer

  • Feb 2015 - Feb 2016

  • Implemented entire development program to meet a $35M budget. • Increased annual giving by over 110% (direct mail, eblasts, etc.). • Worked with partners, such as the Washington Redskins, on special fundraising initiatives. • Joined Combined Federal Campaign for funding. • Worked with the Board of Directors to increase funding efforts (100% board and staff giving). • Implemented Planned Giving and Corporate/Foundation development programs. • Contributing monthly author to the Purple Heart national magazine. Show less



USA Artistic Swimming

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

• Executive Director

  • Dec 2012 - Jan 2014

  • Supervised the Olympic sport of synchronized swimming, including a new High-Performance Plan. • Signed 9 new and resigned 4 sponsors to the organization; received funding from the Women’s Sports Foundation • Increased membership 6% in one year, established an online newsletter and development strategy. • Managed a team of 7 staff members. • Developed marketing and development materials. • Finalized an agreement with Universal Sports television for production of Synchro meets online and on air. • Generated 100% board giving and led policy change regarding development. • Liaison with the US Olympic Committee, a major funding partner. • Managed the first budget in 5+ years to make a profit. • Established two national training centers; hired a High-Performance Director and a Senior National Head Coach. *Worked in concert with the board of directors *Opened two national training centers *Hired High Performance Director *Finalized a deal with Universal Sports television for production of Synchro competitions online and on air *Liaison with the US Olympic Committee, a major funding partner Show less



Women In Development of Mercer County

• Board Member

  • Sep 2011 - Nov 2012



Philadelphia Committee on City Policy

• United States
• Public Policy Offices

• Board Member

  • Sep 2010 - Sep 2012



EducationWorks

• United States
• Education Administration Programs
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director of Development, Marketing and Government Relations

  • Jun 2010 - Jun 2012

  • Increased board, train and support in development plan • Increased annual giving and major gifts • Grant Manager for a $10,000,000 organization • Implemented marketing plan to increase public awareness • Staff liaison to Board Development and Marketing Committee and Nominating Committee • Lead government relations efforts on a local and state level • Lead development team of six • Increased board, train and support in development plan • Increased annual giving and major gifts • Grant Manager for a $10,000,000 organization • Implemented marketing plan to increase public awareness • Staff liaison to Board Development and Marketing Committee and Nominating Committee • Lead government relations efforts on a local and state level • Lead development team of six



Association of Fundraising Professionals - Greater Philadelphia Chapter (AFP-GPC)

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

• Co Chair, Sponsorship Committee

  • Oct 2010 - Mar 2011

  Co Chair the Sponsorship Committee for the 2011 Franklin Forum. Co Chair the Sponsorship Committee for the 2011 Franklin Forum.



The American College of Financial Services

• United States
• E-Learning Providers
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Advancement Director

  • May 2008 - Oct 2009

  Major Gifts Work with Prospects and Donors to develop a major gifts campaign in MD • Worked with Prospects and Donors to develop a major gifts campaign in MD, Washington DC, Virginia, Florida, North Carolina and Southern California. • Acquired gifts including the pending of $500,000 and $2.5M gift to the American College. • Developed volunteer ambassador program to increase the level of annual giving in six cities. • Worked as a senior member of the American College Advancement leadership team. • Worked with MetLife, New York Life and Penn Mutual Insurance to develop and implement annual company giving campaigns. Raised over $250,000 through the MetLife campaign of 2009. Show less



Greater Philadelphia YMCA

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Jun 2005 - Nov 2007

  Executive Director Led and managed the Abington YMCA including a $5 million budget, 8,000 members, a 52,000 sq ft facility, and supervision of 25 full time and 250 part time employees. • Averaged over $250,000 in annual giving and grant support through solid development efforts. • Increased development efforts over 30% within a two year period. • Named most improved development branch in Philadelphia (2006). • Consistently operated under budget, contributing an average of $250,000 into reserves annually. • Recruited and developed 15 new board members. • Established a committee to cultivate major donors resulting in an increase of 30% on major gifts. • Led Camp Cabinet to increase the quality and profitability of summer camps for 10 local YMCA’s. • Partnered with local political leadership to receive support and funding averaging over $100K per year. Show less



University of Pennsylvania

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Coach, Women's Gymnastics Team

  • Sep 2001 - Apr 2005

  • Led team to 2004 ECAC and Ivy League Championships • Led team to 2004 ECAC and Ivy League Championships



Penn State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Executive Director-Philadelphia Cooperative Extension

  • 1998 - 2005

  Administered four major community outreach programs that served individuals throughout Philadelphia. Managed a budget of $2.1 million, hired, supervised and supported 25+ full time employees. • Increased program support by 400% through strong partnerships with the Board of Directors in development, sponsorship attainment and advocacy. • Worked with hundreds of volunteers to carry out the organizational mission. • Wrote, administered, and evaluated numerous grants which led to additional funding for programs. • Created and oversaw all marketing efforts for promotion and funding. • Worked with Philadelphia City Council and state legislators regarding funding, partnerships and access issues. • Partnered with other community organizations and Penn State departments in coordinating support for programs. Show less



ACDI/VOCA

• United States
• International Trade and Development
• 700 & Above Employee

• Consultant

  • 2000 - 2000

  Traveled to Siberia, Russia to teach Marketing and Business to students and business consultants. Traveled to Siberia, Russia to teach Marketing and Business to students and business consultants.



Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania

• Higher Education
• 400 - 500 Employee

• Assistant Athletic Director/Director of Camps, Conferences and Fields

  • 1994 - 1998

  Led all aspects of the Camps and Conferences program. Developed and controlled a budget of over $1 million and supervised one full time and 500 seasonal employees. • Created and administered annual Elderhostel programs, an international program for older adults that consists of short-term, continuing education. • Constructed and implemented marketing strategies to include design and distribution of brochures, ad and web page production and implementation. • Worked with various campus departments such as food services, maintenance, housing, custodial services and public relations to operate Camps and Conferences events. Show less



University of California, Berkeley

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Cal Athletic Camp Coordinator

  • 1993 - 1994

  • Administered all aspects of Athletic Department Sports Camp. • Designed and implemented marketing strategies to include design and distribution of brochures. • Managed athletic operations and special events. • Developed and controlled a $600,000 budget. • Administered all aspects of Athletic Department Sports Camp. • Designed and implemented marketing strategies to include design and distribution of brochures. • Managed athletic operations and special events. • Developed and controlled a $600,000 budget.



Girl Scouts San Diego

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Program Specialist

  • 1991 - 1993

  Administered a number of programs including: • Environmental programs for 28,000 girls and 10,000 volunteers. • A ten week residence camp with a staff of over 70 employees. • Development and administration of a budget of over $500,000. • Conducted a council wide athletic program with 1,000+ participants. Administered a number of programs including: • Environmental programs for 28,000 girls and 10,000 volunteers. • A ten week residence camp with a staff of over 70 employees. • Development and administration of a budget of over $500,000. • Conducted a council wide athletic program with 1,000+ participants.



Seattle Organizing Committe of the 1990 Goodwill Games

• Sports Manager, Baseball

  • 1989 - 1990

  • Designed an Operational Plan for the competition aspect of the baseball event • Served as a liaison between USA Baseball and the Seattle Organizing Committee • Coordinated: TBS television events, event operations, language services, media services, protocol, access control, volunteer staff (1,000), security, police and fire services. • Designed an Operational Plan for the competition aspect of the baseball event • Served as a liaison between USA Baseball and the Seattle Organizing Committee • Coordinated: TBS television events, event operations, language services, media services, protocol, access control, volunteer staff (1,000), security, police and fire services.



US Olympic and Paralympic Committee

• Intern

  • 1988 - 1988