Experience

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  Infinity Freelance and “Apostophe Period”

  • Germantown, Maryland U.S.A.

  • Owner

    • Jan 1999 - Jan 2023
    • Germantown, Maryland U.S.A.

    Retired freelance writer: Book author and illustrator. Business website and medical copy editing. Sports, positive living, motivational and clinical topics. Contributing editor for Sports ‘N Spokes magazine (2001-2013). Medical copy editor for the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation (2013-2017). Preparing to publish a collective work in e-book and POD formats and a second, illustrated book (projected for 2023).Please inquire at https:www.lisamarkland.com.

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  Writer/Author

  • Maryland, United States

  • Owner

    • Jan 1999 - Jan 2023
    • Maryland, United States

    Retired freelance writer and author. Authored magazine articles to books. Focus on athletic, health and motivational topics addressing a wide audience. See samples of my published works on my website under the Articles & Publications tab.

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  Empowerment Unlimited Motivational Speaking

  • Germantown, Maryland, United States

  • Business Owner

    • Jan 1991 - Jan 2023
    • Germantown, Maryland, United States

    Positive life skills training for all ages. Speaking on a variety of topics for and through local and national organizations and programs. Emphasis on topics regarding at-risk youth, mental health and the criminal justice system. Various speaking engagements, radio interviews, commencement address; TV interviews and print media contributions to enhance awareness of issues throughout the community, around the country and overseas.

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  Adrenal Diseases Support Group (previously Addison's Disease Support Group)

  • Worldwide

  • Founder (and past lead administrator)

    • Mar 2012 - Oct 2017
    • Worldwide

    The Adrenal Diseases Support Group (ADSG) is a premier source of online support and information for those with adrenal insufficiency diseases. Authored several key documents targeting these diseases which are utilized by both patients and physicians around the world. The ADSG has become one of the most medically-sound, consistently-moderated and fastest-growing groups for primary and secondary adrenal insufficiency on the Internet. The ADSG is currently providing these services to many thousands of people worldwide, the largest of all online social media groups focused on diseases of adrenal insufficiency. https://www.facebook.com/groups/addisons.supportGroup founder and subsequently active support and advisory role to the administrators of this group. Also served as the ADSG Advisory Board (AAB) manager, a member-driven component of the ADSG that monitors and makes key decisions about the logistics, representation and operations of the group. Several large projects in coordination with the National Adrenal Diseases Foundation including leading legislation for an official Awareness Day and authoring/editing medical informational documents for patients and physicians. The ADSG shares resources with the NADF, Adrenal Insufficiency United, the CARES Foundation, the Swedish Addison Association and other adrenal insufficiency-related non-profits around the world.

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  Frost Counseling Center

  • Rockville, Maryland

  • Psychotherapist

    • Jan 1991 - Jul 2000
    • Rockville, Maryland

    Psychotherapist in private practice treating mental health concerns in children, teens, families and adult clients.

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  United States Air Force

  • Aeromedical Evacuation

    • Sep 1985 - Jun 1992

    Honorable discharge, Gulf War era veteran. Provided aeromedical evacuation services to the injured. Service-connected veteran. Also served as the non-commissioned officer in charge of the Public Affairs section.Was assigned to the Air National Guard in Minnesota and West Virginia before transferring to the Air Force Reserves at Andrews Air Force Base, D.C.

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  Bachman's Inc.

  • Minneapolis, MN

  • Security Operations

    • 1983 - 1987
    • Minneapolis, MN

    Originally employed as a security officer, and in this position oversaw security operations for this retail specialty company based out of their corporate location. Provided on-site security services for both retail and employee theft prevention. Evaluated store risk and consulted with and trained managers across dozens of kiosk and remote sites throughout the state on store security and loss prevention. Instructed first aid and CPR and authored a section of the original OSHA manual on pesticide first aid and safety.

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  Eden Prairie Police Department

  • Eden Prairie, MN

  • Police Reserve Officer

    • 1982 - 1985
    • Eden Prairie, MN

    Park Ranger (park police) seasonal position patrolling and enforcing laws within city limits including city and state parks. Worked year-round as a Community Service Officer patrolling the city and assisting the police. Instructed advanced first aid and CPR.