Experience

DC Department of Employment Services

• United States
• Government Administration
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Program Manager, DSI

  • Aug 2022 - Present

  MSS Appointee. PM for Division of State Initiatives Transitional Employment Program. Implement evidence-based, Earn & Learn programs, providing DC Residents with the opportunity to earn a paycheck while learning new skills for in-demand jobs. Lead a large team of professionals in providing a wide range of training, employment, and supportive services. Provide TA to $100,000 U.S. DOL ETA Fidelity Bonding Program Grant, in support of employers that hire “at-risk” workers, with justice-involved… Show more MSS Appointee. PM for Division of State Initiatives Transitional Employment Program. Implement evidence-based, Earn & Learn programs, providing DC Residents with the opportunity to earn a paycheck while learning new skills for in-demand jobs. Lead a large team of professionals in providing a wide range of training, employment, and supportive services. Provide TA to $100,000 U.S. DOL ETA Fidelity Bonding Program Grant, in support of employers that hire “at-risk” workers, with justice-involved backgrounds. • Provide technical and administrative supervision to a staff of 30+ Workforce Development Specialists. • Assign, review and approve workloads, scheduling and program activities for a collaborative team of Intake Specialists, Facilitators, Job Developers, Job Coaches and Retention Specialists. • Design, write, evaluate and modify policies, SOPs and Workflows to meet agency, local, state and federal compliance, performance measures and program objectives. • Analyze statistical data and labor market reports to identify problem program areas and make recommendations for improvement. • Extract and review reports from DC Networks related to Enrollment, Job Readiness Training, Work-Based Training, Educational and Occupational Skills Training, credentialing and job placement outcomes. • Develop and implement comprehensive reporting tools to monitor status of participants in the Full TEP Lifecycle. • Prepare written and verbal communication for distribution to executive leadership, staff, partners, and participants. • Provide supervision to staff related to attendance, code of conduct, performance and disciplinary actions. • Conduct regular team meetings to discuss statistics, program targets, team concerns, general announcements and success stories. • Provide technical assistance to DC DOES Fidelity Bonding Program. Complete U.S. DOL ETA Quarterly Narrative Reports. Respond to Enhanced Desk Monitoring Review (EDMR) Findings. Develop Corrective Action Plans as needed. Show less MSS Appointee. PM for Division of State Initiatives Transitional Employment Program. Implement evidence-based, Earn & Learn programs, providing DC Residents with the opportunity to earn a paycheck while learning new skills for in-demand jobs. Lead a large team of professionals in providing a wide range of training, employment, and supportive services. Provide TA to $100,000 U.S. DOL ETA Fidelity Bonding Program Grant, in support of employers that hire “at-risk” workers, with justice-involved… Show more MSS Appointee. PM for Division of State Initiatives Transitional Employment Program. Implement evidence-based, Earn & Learn programs, providing DC Residents with the opportunity to earn a paycheck while learning new skills for in-demand jobs. Lead a large team of professionals in providing a wide range of training, employment, and supportive services. Provide TA to $100,000 U.S. DOL ETA Fidelity Bonding Program Grant, in support of employers that hire “at-risk” workers, with justice-involved backgrounds. • Provide technical and administrative supervision to a staff of 30+ Workforce Development Specialists. • Assign, review and approve workloads, scheduling and program activities for a collaborative team of Intake Specialists, Facilitators, Job Developers, Job Coaches and Retention Specialists. • Design, write, evaluate and modify policies, SOPs and Workflows to meet agency, local, state and federal compliance, performance measures and program objectives. • Analyze statistical data and labor market reports to identify problem program areas and make recommendations for improvement. • Extract and review reports from DC Networks related to Enrollment, Job Readiness Training, Work-Based Training, Educational and Occupational Skills Training, credentialing and job placement outcomes. • Develop and implement comprehensive reporting tools to monitor status of participants in the Full TEP Lifecycle. • Prepare written and verbal communication for distribution to executive leadership, staff, partners, and participants. • Provide supervision to staff related to attendance, code of conduct, performance and disciplinary actions. • Conduct regular team meetings to discuss statistics, program targets, team concerns, general announcements and success stories. • Provide technical assistance to DC DOES Fidelity Bonding Program. Complete U.S. DOL ETA Quarterly Narrative Reports. Respond to Enhanced Desk Monitoring Review (EDMR) Findings. Develop Corrective Action Plans as needed. Show less



Volunteers of America Chesapeake & Carolinas

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Director, VOA Works

  • Sep 2018 - Aug 2022

  VOA Works is a $1,500,000 Workforce Development Program designed to remove the barriers to employment for 188 Ex-offenders and justice-involved persons. • Promote job-driven integrated system of workforce solutions that connect every type of job-seeker with the employers in need of skilled workers, with nationally-recognized credentials. • Enhance adult reentry strategies through collaboration with training, employment and community partners in targeted employment sectors to… Show more VOA Works is a $1,500,000 Workforce Development Program designed to remove the barriers to employment for 188 Ex-offenders and justice-involved persons. • Promote job-driven integrated system of workforce solutions that connect every type of job-seeker with the employers in need of skilled workers, with nationally-recognized credentials. • Enhance adult reentry strategies through collaboration with training, employment and community partners in targeted employment sectors to respond to emerging and chronic reentry challenges. • Provide evidence-based and evidence-informed interventions to increase employment outcomes and reduce the chance of recidivism. Show less VOA Works is a $1,500,000 Workforce Development Program designed to remove the barriers to employment for 188 Ex-offenders and justice-involved persons. • Promote job-driven integrated system of workforce solutions that connect every type of job-seeker with the employers in need of skilled workers, with nationally-recognized credentials. • Enhance adult reentry strategies through collaboration with training, employment and community partners in targeted employment sectors to… Show more VOA Works is a $1,500,000 Workforce Development Program designed to remove the barriers to employment for 188 Ex-offenders and justice-involved persons. • Promote job-driven integrated system of workforce solutions that connect every type of job-seeker with the employers in need of skilled workers, with nationally-recognized credentials. • Enhance adult reentry strategies through collaboration with training, employment and community partners in targeted employment sectors to respond to emerging and chronic reentry challenges. • Provide evidence-based and evidence-informed interventions to increase employment outcomes and reduce the chance of recidivism. Show less



Contemporary Family Services, Inc. (a Core Service Agency for Mental Health)

• Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Director of Housing

  • Jan 2014 - Dec 2018

  Director of Housing Provide insight and expertise to the agency’s housing operations and direction, with a focus on addressing the homelessness goals and objectives of HUD, the District and the agency. Program Director, Department of Human Services - PSHP • Direct team of Case Managers in providing comprehensive housing case management services to 600 chronically homeless individuals and families. • Coordinate landlord and tenant lease-up process based on DCHA's Local Rent… Show more Director of Housing Provide insight and expertise to the agency’s housing operations and direction, with a focus on addressing the homelessness goals and objectives of HUD, the District and the agency. Program Director, Department of Human Services - PSHP • Direct team of Case Managers in providing comprehensive housing case management services to 600 chronically homeless individuals and families. • Coordinate landlord and tenant lease-up process based on DCHA's Local Rent Supplement Program; modeled after HCVP/Section 8. • Utilize HUD’s Housing First approach to address Homelessness and the Continuum of Care to minimize barriers to housing for consumers with chronic homelessness, behavioral or medical health issues and other concerns, such as criminal history. • Provide weekly/monthly reporting to DHS on homeless clients housing status. • Participate in system-wide change efforts, committees, task forces and mini clinics lead by DHS, DC ICH and other HUD Technical Assistance Providers. Housing Liaison, Department of Behavioral Health - SHP Serve as Single Point of Contact to DBH on all housing-related issues for more than 4,000 clients receiving Mental Health Rehabilitation Services (MHRS). • Manage day-to-day operations of MHRS Supportive Housing Program (SHP) designed to provide new voucher awardees or those relocating with decent, safe and affordable community-based housing and supportive services. • Work closely with the DBH Residential Services staff to monitor and troubleshoot current living situation, level of care and clinical needs of consumers seeking housing assistance. • Ensure compliance of DBH protocols when submitting all requests for new subsidies, relocations, pre-lease packages, landlord packages, inspections and other housing-related needs. • Developed and trained staff on internal, centralized process to assess short & L/T housing needs of our most vulnerable consumers experiencing homelessness using VI-SPDAT and SPDAT assessment tools. Show less Director of Housing Provide insight and expertise to the agency’s housing operations and direction, with a focus on addressing the homelessness goals and objectives of HUD, the District and the agency. Program Director, Department of Human Services - PSHP • Direct team of Case Managers in providing comprehensive housing case management services to 600 chronically homeless individuals and families. • Coordinate landlord and tenant lease-up process based on DCHA's Local Rent… Show more Director of Housing Provide insight and expertise to the agency’s housing operations and direction, with a focus on addressing the homelessness goals and objectives of HUD, the District and the agency. Program Director, Department of Human Services - PSHP • Direct team of Case Managers in providing comprehensive housing case management services to 600 chronically homeless individuals and families. • Coordinate landlord and tenant lease-up process based on DCHA's Local Rent Supplement Program; modeled after HCVP/Section 8. • Utilize HUD’s Housing First approach to address Homelessness and the Continuum of Care to minimize barriers to housing for consumers with chronic homelessness, behavioral or medical health issues and other concerns, such as criminal history. • Provide weekly/monthly reporting to DHS on homeless clients housing status. • Participate in system-wide change efforts, committees, task forces and mini clinics lead by DHS, DC ICH and other HUD Technical Assistance Providers. Housing Liaison, Department of Behavioral Health - SHP Serve as Single Point of Contact to DBH on all housing-related issues for more than 4,000 clients receiving Mental Health Rehabilitation Services (MHRS). • Manage day-to-day operations of MHRS Supportive Housing Program (SHP) designed to provide new voucher awardees or those relocating with decent, safe and affordable community-based housing and supportive services. • Work closely with the DBH Residential Services staff to monitor and troubleshoot current living situation, level of care and clinical needs of consumers seeking housing assistance. • Ensure compliance of DBH protocols when submitting all requests for new subsidies, relocations, pre-lease packages, landlord packages, inspections and other housing-related needs. • Developed and trained staff on internal, centralized process to assess short & L/T housing needs of our most vulnerable consumers experiencing homelessness using VI-SPDAT and SPDAT assessment tools. Show less



Emerging Dynamics Group, Inc. (EDG)

• Washington D.C. Metro Area

• Vice President Business Development

  • Sep 2011 - Jan 2014

  Expand and leverage existing and newly developed relationships with large, federal government contractors and small businesses. Implore IT Project Lifecycle Model concepts to meet Information Assurance requirements of clients . Ensure Federal government compliance measures are being met such as EEO, ADA and DoDD 8570 for all personnel performing Information Assurance (IA) “Technical” and “Management” level functions. Discuss applicant qualifications and coordinate interviews with Hiring… Show more Expand and leverage existing and newly developed relationships with large, federal government contractors and small businesses. Implore IT Project Lifecycle Model concepts to meet Information Assurance requirements of clients . Ensure Federal government compliance measures are being met such as EEO, ADA and DoDD 8570 for all personnel performing Information Assurance (IA) “Technical” and “Management” level functions. Discuss applicant qualifications and coordinate interviews with Hiring Manager. • Establish and qualify prospective teaming partners and pursue contract vehicles. • Deliver high quality and cost-effective solutions and services to clients in three core areas of business: IT, Logistics and Financial Management. • Perform Human Resource Management (HRM) activities and processes within IT field (i.e. recruiting, scheduling, benefits administration, appraisal performance, etc.) • Create systems to improve communications with Hiring Managers and HR Department. • Train staff on Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage recruitment process and needs of customers. • Train recruitment staff and implement placement strategies to meet corporate benchmarks. Show less Expand and leverage existing and newly developed relationships with large, federal government contractors and small businesses. Implore IT Project Lifecycle Model concepts to meet Information Assurance requirements of clients . Ensure Federal government compliance measures are being met such as EEO, ADA and DoDD 8570 for all personnel performing Information Assurance (IA) “Technical” and “Management” level functions. Discuss applicant qualifications and coordinate interviews with Hiring… Show more Expand and leverage existing and newly developed relationships with large, federal government contractors and small businesses. Implore IT Project Lifecycle Model concepts to meet Information Assurance requirements of clients . Ensure Federal government compliance measures are being met such as EEO, ADA and DoDD 8570 for all personnel performing Information Assurance (IA) “Technical” and “Management” level functions. Discuss applicant qualifications and coordinate interviews with Hiring Manager. • Establish and qualify prospective teaming partners and pursue contract vehicles. • Deliver high quality and cost-effective solutions and services to clients in three core areas of business: IT, Logistics and Financial Management. • Perform Human Resource Management (HRM) activities and processes within IT field (i.e. recruiting, scheduling, benefits administration, appraisal performance, etc.) • Create systems to improve communications with Hiring Managers and HR Department. • Train staff on Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to manage recruitment process and needs of customers. • Train recruitment staff and implement placement strategies to meet corporate benchmarks. Show less



Alexandria Redevelopment and Housing Authority (ARHA)

• United States
• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Real Estate Project Manager

  • Sep 2009 - Aug 2011

  Provide management oversight and technical support to mixed-finance public housing development projects. Oversee multi-phased new construction or substantial rehabilitation of public housing development projects financed with Low Income Housing Tax Credits. • Manage project budgets of $10MM or more and development activities such as planning and execution of land acquisition, relocation, demolition, development, rehabilitation, construction and disposition. • Coordinate schedules and… Show more Provide management oversight and technical support to mixed-finance public housing development projects. Oversee multi-phased new construction or substantial rehabilitation of public housing development projects financed with Low Income Housing Tax Credits. • Manage project budgets of $10MM or more and development activities such as planning and execution of land acquisition, relocation, demolition, development, rehabilitation, construction and disposition. • Coordinate schedules and timely completion of activities of general contractor, architect, engineer, attorneys, HQS Inspectors and in-house Modernization Crew. • Perform weekly and monthly punch list walks of units to ensure minimum design and construction standards are met. • Review, approve, and process construction draws based on Architect’s approved substantial completion and change order documents. • Provide monthly updates and presentations to the HOA, condo association and property Management Company. • Managed a Public Housing Acquisition Program created to replace residential units lost in construction due to a change in the unit mix. Show less Provide management oversight and technical support to mixed-finance public housing development projects. Oversee multi-phased new construction or substantial rehabilitation of public housing development projects financed with Low Income Housing Tax Credits. • Manage project budgets of $10MM or more and development activities such as planning and execution of land acquisition, relocation, demolition, development, rehabilitation, construction and disposition. • Coordinate schedules and… Show more Provide management oversight and technical support to mixed-finance public housing development projects. Oversee multi-phased new construction or substantial rehabilitation of public housing development projects financed with Low Income Housing Tax Credits. • Manage project budgets of $10MM or more and development activities such as planning and execution of land acquisition, relocation, demolition, development, rehabilitation, construction and disposition. • Coordinate schedules and timely completion of activities of general contractor, architect, engineer, attorneys, HQS Inspectors and in-house Modernization Crew. • Perform weekly and monthly punch list walks of units to ensure minimum design and construction standards are met. • Review, approve, and process construction draws based on Architect’s approved substantial completion and change order documents. • Provide monthly updates and presentations to the HOA, condo association and property Management Company. • Managed a Public Housing Acquisition Program created to replace residential units lost in construction due to a change in the unit mix. Show less



Truss Consulting Services (TCS)

• President

  • Feb 2008 - Sep 2009

  Assist local government agencies, municipalities, non-profits and religious organizations with their real estate development needs by implementing economic development, housing and capacity-building initiatives. Provide technical assistance and training to sub recipients of HUD-funded, but locally administered programs such as CDBG, HOME and Section 108, HCVP and Disaster Recovery. • Contract Manager for staff of 10 employees. Administered HUD's $565M Disaster Housing Assistance Program… Show more Assist local government agencies, municipalities, non-profits and religious organizations with their real estate development needs by implementing economic development, housing and capacity-building initiatives. Provide technical assistance and training to sub recipients of HUD-funded, but locally administered programs such as CDBG, HOME and Section 108, HCVP and Disaster Recovery. • Contract Manager for staff of 10 employees. Administered HUD's $565M Disaster Housing Assistance Program (DHAP), assisting more 45,000 FEMA families affected by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. • Lead team of consultants in measuring the performance and outcomes of Disaster Case Management Programs (DCM-P) in Mississippi and Louisiana. • Updated and maintained SOP's, Operating Guidelines, HUD Notices, FAQ's, Project Plans, Visio Flowcharts and other resource material accessed on HUD's website. Show less Assist local government agencies, municipalities, non-profits and religious organizations with their real estate development needs by implementing economic development, housing and capacity-building initiatives. Provide technical assistance and training to sub recipients of HUD-funded, but locally administered programs such as CDBG, HOME and Section 108, HCVP and Disaster Recovery. • Contract Manager for staff of 10 employees. Administered HUD's $565M Disaster Housing Assistance Program… Show more Assist local government agencies, municipalities, non-profits and religious organizations with their real estate development needs by implementing economic development, housing and capacity-building initiatives. Provide technical assistance and training to sub recipients of HUD-funded, but locally administered programs such as CDBG, HOME and Section 108, HCVP and Disaster Recovery. • Contract Manager for staff of 10 employees. Administered HUD's $565M Disaster Housing Assistance Program (DHAP), assisting more 45,000 FEMA families affected by hurricanes Katrina and Rita. • Lead team of consultants in measuring the performance and outcomes of Disaster Case Management Programs (DCM-P) in Mississippi and Louisiana. • Updated and maintained SOP's, Operating Guidelines, HUD Notices, FAQ's, Project Plans, Visio Flowcharts and other resource material accessed on HUD's website. Show less



DC Government

• United States
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Realty Project Manager (Appointed to DHCD by Deputy Mayor for Planning & Economic Development)

  • 2007 - 2008

  Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (ODMPED) / Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) Realty Project Manager Appointed to DHCD by Deputy Mayor for Planning & Economic Development pursuant to National Capital Revitalization Corporation (NCRC) and Anacostia Waterfront Corporation (AWC) Reorganization Clarification Emergency Act of 2007. Worked in the Property Acquisition and Disposition Division (PADD). Responsible for the acquisition… Show more Office of the Deputy Mayor for Planning and Economic Development (ODMPED) / Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) Realty Project Manager Appointed to DHCD by Deputy Mayor for Planning & Economic Development pursuant to National Capital Revitalization Corporation (NCRC) and Anacostia Waterfront Corporation (AWC) Reorganization Clarification Emergency Act of 2007. Worked in the Property Acquisition and Disposition Division (PADD). Responsible for the acquisition and disposition of single and multi-family residential properties to eliminate blight and facilitate construction of affordable housing opportunities.  Secured project development funds through HUD's Integrated Disbursement & Information System (IDIS).  Acquired, rehabbed and disposed of vacant, dilapidated and tax delinquent REO properties.  Liaison to developers, public/private agencies and property owners.  Identified and inspected vacant and abandoned property.  Prepared RFP’s for disposition of single and multi-family properties.  Implemented eminent domain or tax foreclosure procedures.

• Project Manager / Liaison to DC DHCD

  • 2005 - 2007

  National Capital Revitalization Corporation (NCRC) / RLA Revitalization Corporation (RLARC) Project Manager As Project Manager and Liaison to DC Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD), acted as lead to team of 15 Development Managers in overseeing the acquisition, development and disposition of a real estate portfolio consisting of more than 180 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) encumbered properties. Managed annual $30-50M Spending Plan and Strategic… Show more National Capital Revitalization Corporation (NCRC) / RLA Revitalization Corporation (RLARC) Project Manager As Project Manager and Liaison to DC Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD), acted as lead to team of 15 Development Managers in overseeing the acquisition, development and disposition of a real estate portfolio consisting of more than 180 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) encumbered properties. Managed annual $30-50M Spending Plan and Strategic Investment Plan for the RLA Revitalization Corporation (RLARC) $300M CDBG portfolio, which is included in the 5-year Consolidated Action Plan for the District of Columbia. • Managed the acquisition, development and disposition of the District's $300M portfolio of CDBG encumbered properties. • Wrote funding applications to HUD and DHCD securing more than $50M in CDBG funds to finance various housing, community and economic development projects. • Managed federal monitoring and compliance measures governing the CDBG program. • Coordinated and managed all aspects of HUD and DHCD’s annual audit of CDBG funds. • Acquired more than $35MM in real property using “friendly sale” and eminent domain procedures. • Created $2.9MM housing purchase program, $3MM loan fund to encourage the rehabilitation of residential and commercial buildings and a $3MM commercial loan fund to finance economic development activities.



Prince George's County

• United States
• Government Administration
• 300 - 400 Employee

• Manager of Business & Commercial Development (Appointed to DHCD by County Executive)

  • Jul 2001 - Aug 2005

  PG Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) & Redevelopment Authority Manager of Business & Commercial Development Appointed to PG DHCD by County Executive pursuant to Exec. Order No. 24-2001. Managed staff charged with implementing several HUD-funded, but locally-administered community development, economic development and affordable housing programs including: $11M HUD-108/EDI Loan Program, $2M CDBG Commercial… Show more PG Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) & Redevelopment Authority Manager of Business & Commercial Development Appointed to PG DHCD by County Executive pursuant to Exec. Order No. 24-2001. Managed staff charged with implementing several HUD-funded, but locally-administered community development, economic development and affordable housing programs including: $11M HUD-108/EDI Loan Program, $2M CDBG Commercial Revitalization Grant Program, HOME and Non-Profit Beautification Grant Program. • Worked closely with HUD CPD to structure deals to ensure compliance with Federal regulations. • Closed $8.3M in HUD 108 loans, providing gap financing for the acquisition and new construction of projects such as Honda of Bowie Auto Dealership, the Duclaw Restaurant, Art Display Company and the Mt. Rainier Artist Lofts. • Partnered with State DHCD CDA and Artspace Projects to construct $12M 44-unit affordable housing project for Artists. • Wrote applications to secure $775,000 in CDBG grants to implement small business commercial façade and interior improvement program. • Provided grants, loans and technical assistance to more than 60 businesses and awarded 387,000 in CIP funds to 15 non-profits for beatification, economic development, business development and natural resource projects. Show less PG Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) & Redevelopment Authority Manager of Business & Commercial Development Appointed to PG DHCD by County Executive pursuant to Exec. Order No. 24-2001. Managed staff charged with implementing several HUD-funded, but locally-administered community development, economic development and affordable housing programs including: $11M HUD-108/EDI Loan Program, $2M CDBG Commercial… Show more PG Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) & Redevelopment Authority Manager of Business & Commercial Development Appointed to PG DHCD by County Executive pursuant to Exec. Order No. 24-2001. Managed staff charged with implementing several HUD-funded, but locally-administered community development, economic development and affordable housing programs including: $11M HUD-108/EDI Loan Program, $2M CDBG Commercial Revitalization Grant Program, HOME and Non-Profit Beautification Grant Program. • Worked closely with HUD CPD to structure deals to ensure compliance with Federal regulations. • Closed $8.3M in HUD 108 loans, providing gap financing for the acquisition and new construction of projects such as Honda of Bowie Auto Dealership, the Duclaw Restaurant, Art Display Company and the Mt. Rainier Artist Lofts. • Partnered with State DHCD CDA and Artspace Projects to construct $12M 44-unit affordable housing project for Artists. • Wrote applications to secure $775,000 in CDBG grants to implement small business commercial façade and interior improvement program. • Provided grants, loans and technical assistance to more than 60 businesses and awarded 387,000 in CIP funds to 15 non-profits for beatification, economic development, business development and natural resource projects. Show less



Prince George's County Economic Development Corporation

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

• Business Development Specialist

  • Nov 1999 - Jul 2001

  Prince George's Economic Development Corporation (EDC) / Economic Development Specialist Worked as Business Development Specialist in the Local Economic Development Division where I implemented retail revitalization efforts in neighborhood commercial strips. Implement economic development strategies specific to underserved neighborhoods. Managed commercial façade grant program and HUD-108 Loan Fund. Presented budget and program activities.  Assisted in the development and… Show more Prince George's Economic Development Corporation (EDC) / Economic Development Specialist Worked as Business Development Specialist in the Local Economic Development Division where I implemented retail revitalization efforts in neighborhood commercial strips. Implement economic development strategies specific to underserved neighborhoods. Managed commercial façade grant program and HUD-108 Loan Fund. Presented budget and program activities.  Assisted in the development and implementation of Retail and Restaurant Initiatives in the County which stimulated the development or construction of: the National Harbor, Bowie Town Center, three new Outback Steakhouse restaurants, Duclaw Restaurant, Chipolte, and other projects. • Managed commercial facade grant program promoting economic vitality of older neighborhood commercial areas. • Worked closely with real estate developers and brokers to provide site location assistance. • Promoted Prince George’s County at the International Council of Shopping Centers national convention. • Created demographic reports designed to market, recruit and attract new business to the County. • Built relationships with merchants, business and civic associations and local elected officials. Show less Prince George's Economic Development Corporation (EDC) / Economic Development Specialist Worked as Business Development Specialist in the Local Economic Development Division where I implemented retail revitalization efforts in neighborhood commercial strips. Implement economic development strategies specific to underserved neighborhoods. Managed commercial façade grant program and HUD-108 Loan Fund. Presented budget and program activities.  Assisted in the development and… Show more Prince George's Economic Development Corporation (EDC) / Economic Development Specialist Worked as Business Development Specialist in the Local Economic Development Division where I implemented retail revitalization efforts in neighborhood commercial strips. Implement economic development strategies specific to underserved neighborhoods. Managed commercial façade grant program and HUD-108 Loan Fund. Presented budget and program activities.  Assisted in the development and implementation of Retail and Restaurant Initiatives in the County which stimulated the development or construction of: the National Harbor, Bowie Town Center, three new Outback Steakhouse restaurants, Duclaw Restaurant, Chipolte, and other projects. • Managed commercial facade grant program promoting economic vitality of older neighborhood commercial areas. • Worked closely with real estate developers and brokers to provide site location assistance. • Promoted Prince George’s County at the International Council of Shopping Centers national convention. • Created demographic reports designed to market, recruit and attract new business to the County. • Built relationships with merchants, business and civic associations and local elected officials. Show less



Bank of America

• United States
• Banking
• 700 & Above Employee

• Manager Trainee/Sr. Loan Officer

  • May 1997 - Nov 1999

  Recognized by Regional Director and Vice President for outstanding sales performance and customer service. Promoted to Banking Center Manager Training Program where I floated and trained under several seasoned retail center Vice Presidents. Assisted Banking Center Manager in supervising a staff of 8-12 employees. Also played a major role in helping the banking center to meet its corporate goals related to loans, product sales, referrals, customer retention and deposits. Performed management… Show more Recognized by Regional Director and Vice President for outstanding sales performance and customer service. Promoted to Banking Center Manager Training Program where I floated and trained under several seasoned retail center Vice Presidents. Assisted Banking Center Manager in supervising a staff of 8-12 employees. Also played a major role in helping the banking center to meet its corporate goals related to loans, product sales, referrals, customer retention and deposits. Performed management duties, including oversight of branch operations, security and audit procedures of the bank. • Coached a team of sales and lending professionals. • Originated and closed primary and secondary residential and commercial mortgage loans. • Conducted mortgage underwriting and document review in connection with consumer and commercial loans. • Developed creative techniques to generate new business opportunities and enhance customer relationship. • Cross-sold other financial products and services and made referrals to other areas of the bank based on current and future needs of customer. Show less Recognized by Regional Director and Vice President for outstanding sales performance and customer service. Promoted to Banking Center Manager Training Program where I floated and trained under several seasoned retail center Vice Presidents. Assisted Banking Center Manager in supervising a staff of 8-12 employees. Also played a major role in helping the banking center to meet its corporate goals related to loans, product sales, referrals, customer retention and deposits. Performed management… Show more Recognized by Regional Director and Vice President for outstanding sales performance and customer service. Promoted to Banking Center Manager Training Program where I floated and trained under several seasoned retail center Vice Presidents. Assisted Banking Center Manager in supervising a staff of 8-12 employees. Also played a major role in helping the banking center to meet its corporate goals related to loans, product sales, referrals, customer retention and deposits. Performed management duties, including oversight of branch operations, security and audit procedures of the bank. • Coached a team of sales and lending professionals. • Originated and closed primary and secondary residential and commercial mortgage loans. • Conducted mortgage underwriting and document review in connection with consumer and commercial loans. • Developed creative techniques to generate new business opportunities and enhance customer relationship. • Cross-sold other financial products and services and made referrals to other areas of the bank based on current and future needs of customer. Show less



KPMG

• Canada
• Accounting
• 700 & Above Employee

• Research Analyst

  • Sep 1994 - May 1997

  Worked in Transfer Pricing Division. Performed economic analysis of domestic and international pricing for Multinational Enterprises (MNE's) based on Section 482 of the IRS Regulations . • Utilized Transfer Pricing methodologies to determine arm's length range pricing for international transactions. • Researched and analyzed functionality and profitability of publicly-traded firms. • Analyzed and reviewed SEC filings such as 10k reports, annual reports and intercompany agreements. Worked in Transfer Pricing Division. Performed economic analysis of domestic and international pricing for Multinational Enterprises (MNE's) based on Section 482 of the IRS Regulations . • Utilized Transfer Pricing methodologies to determine arm's length range pricing for international transactions. • Researched and analyzed functionality and profitability of publicly-traded firms. • Analyzed and reviewed SEC filings such as 10k reports, annual reports and intercompany agreements.