Experience

Coldwell Banker Mid-America

• Real Estate
• 100 - 200 Employee

• REALTOR

  • Apr 2017 - Present

  I Believe in real estate and all the benefits it can provide. I Believe in what a Home can do to help a person or family grow and succeed in life. I Believe in the communities where we work and live. I Believe that there should always be an emotional part of the real estate equation while never ignoring the rational side. I Believe more than ever that a home is really your castle, and we celebrate all the memories and experiences that make it so.I am a full time sales associate supported by an entire team of real estate and marketing professionals to support you in your real estate transactions. My company has five local offices and 200 plus sales associates. We are affiliated with the most recognized real estate brand in the world with the benefit of local ownership and local decision making.My company is a principal broker for Cartus Relocation Corporation, the largest relocation and referral network in the nation. We are the company for incoming relocation and referral business.



Metro Arts Alliance

• Executive Director

  • 2009 - Oct 2016

  Responsible for the development and implementation of strategies and programs that promote, maintain and enhance Metro Arts Alliance (MAA) and its mission to enrich the quality of life in the metro area by connecting people to the arts through programming, communication and support of artists and arts organizations. Responsible for the development and implementation of strategies and programs that promote, maintain and enhance Metro Arts Alliance (MAA) and its mission to enrich the quality of life in the metro area by connecting people to the arts through programming, communication and support of artists and arts organizations.



Citi

• Public Affairs Officer & Community Relations State Director

  • 2008 - 2009

  Directed public affairs and community relations activities on behalf of all Citi businesses in Iowa including Citi Cards, CitiFinancial, Citi Mortgage and Smith Barney. Managed the local Citi Foundation grant process, as well as corporate and employee contributions to the community.• Enhanced Citi presence and leadership in Iowa by developing and implementing a state-specific community relations strategic plan (in tandem with National strategic plan) and in consultation with businesses, with measurable performance goals. • Increased senior executive engagement in, and effectiveness of, the State Leadership Council by working across businesses to set goals and ensuring funded programs met goals as well as regulatory obligations.• Mitigated risks to Citi brand and reputation by building and maintaining strong relationships with external political and civic leaders, non-profit organizations, financial institution competitors and advocacy groups.



Iowa Asian Alliance

• President/Executive Director

  • 2002 - 2007

  Created the organization and implemented its mission, goals, and objectives through programs and activities that focused on business and economic development of collaborative Asian American community, and IAA’s approximately 200 dues-paying members from private and public sectors. • Grew organization from incubated concept to state’s first professional Asian American nonprofit with 5 full-time staff and hundreds of volunteers.• Served as clearinghouse for Asian American information, and resource to individuals and organizations seeking strategic connection to Iowa Asian American communities, consumers, workforce, or Asian international markets.• Promoted member businesses through referrals, print and online marketing and networking events; while providing advocacy and technical assistance as requested.• Enriched quality of life and cultural vibrancy in Iowa by introducing and implementing signature community events such as annual Asian Heritage Festival and AdmirAsian Achievement Awards. Recognized respectively as largest Asian American event in state, and most prestigious Asian American event in Midwest.• Inspired community leadership and contribution by creating an award ceremony that honors individuals and entities that have not only achieved great personal and professional successes, but also contributed much time and money to the community.