Experience

Riveredge Nature Center

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Marketing and Communications Manager

  • Jul 2016 - Sep 2018

  Greater Milwaukee Area • Coordinate all marketing efforts for the center, achieving record highs in special event attendance, education program participation, and memberships • Develop and manage community partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, Chambers of Commerce, and governments to further enhance marketing and program efforts • Reinvigorate the branding and messaging of the organization by leading re-design efforts and ongoing content management of organization’s social media, email messaging… Show more • Coordinate all marketing efforts for the center, achieving record highs in special event attendance, education program participation, and memberships • Develop and manage community partnerships with local businesses, nonprofits, Chambers of Commerce, and governments to further enhance marketing and program efforts • Reinvigorate the branding and messaging of the organization by leading re-design efforts and ongoing content management of organization’s social media, email messaging, print newsletter, and website • Oversee a number of major special event logistics from planning to implementation, ensuring successful coordination of internal staff and outside partners • Position the organization as a regional leader in environmental education and conservation with repeat features in media outlets like WUWM, the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, Fox6, the Morning Blend, and Wisconsin Public Radio

• Public Relations/Executive Assistant

  • Jun 2015 - Jun 2016

  Greater Milwaukee Area



Argosy Foundation

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

• Research Intern

  • Jan 2015 - May 2015

  Milwaukee, WI • Conducted two major research projects on topics of interest to the Foundation's trustees (including renewable energy development and legislative nonpartisan research options) through literature review, interviews with experts, and extensive use of outside sources • Prepared and presented reports on these topics to trustees to aid them in their funding decisions • Analyzed and reviewed non-profit grant proposals and progress reports to ensure a fit with the Foundation's mission and vision



Office of State Senator Chris Larson

• Legislative Intern

  • Sep 2014 - Dec 2014

  Milwaukee, WI • Oversaw constituent communications and utilized appropriate resources to provide swift assistance and response • Staffed Senator at community events ensuring smooth performance and outcomes • Mentored other interns in office just starting in the field to build confidence and new skill sets



Upham Woods Outdoor Learning Center

• United States
• Environmental Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Americorps VISTA

  • Aug 2012 - Aug 2014

  Wisconsin Dells, WI • Facilitated positive youth development to diverse groups of all ages through environmental education offerings • Built partnerships with local organizations to assist them in utilizing the resources provided by Upham Woods to enhance learning for local youth and families living in poverty • Oversaw every aspect of a new garden project from planning to volunteer management to creating promotional materials • Implemented a cutting edge grant-funded study on using technology in… Show more • Facilitated positive youth development to diverse groups of all ages through environmental education offerings • Built partnerships with local organizations to assist them in utilizing the resources provided by Upham Woods to enhance learning for local youth and families living in poverty • Oversaw every aspect of a new garden project from planning to volunteer management to creating promotional materials • Implemented a cutting edge grant-funded study on using technology in environmental education at all stages including research, facilitation, evaluation, and presentation of findings at multiple conferences • Created new educational curriculum to keep offerings up to date and fun • Collaborated on marketing and fundraising efforts and materials Show less



International Dairy Deli Bakery Association

• Program Assistant

  • Jan 2012 - Jun 2012

  Madison, WI • Coordinated registrations and customer support for one of the largest trade shows in the food industry • Worked with multiple databases and technologies accurately and efficiently



UW-Madison Housing

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Front Desk Staff

  • Jan 2010 - Dec 2011

  Madison, WI • Provided extensive customer service and assistance to students and professionals • Managed financials, sales, and confidential records with security and precision • Promoted and modeled the core values of University Housing including diversity, community, academics, and involvement



Greater Green Bay YMCA

• United States
• Wellness and Fitness Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• KIDS Camp Counselor

  • Jun 2009 - Aug 2010

  Green Bay, WI • Managed groups of up to sixteen campers aged 5-10 while flexibly adapting to persistently changing and unforeseen circumstances and relationships • Supervised teenage “junior counselors” and facilitated in the development of their leadership and management skills • Investigated, planned, prepared, and implemented a wide range of daily activities



Office of State Senator Pat Kreitlow

• Legislative Intern

  • Sep 2009 - Dec 2009

  Madison, WI • Researched and synthesized data on complex legislative and governmental subjects for the Senator • Drafted position papers, press releases, and official correspondences • Assisted constituents with casework and questions about the Senator’s legislative positions and priorities