Experience

Greater Phoenix Economic Council

• United States
• International Trade and Development
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President, Operations

  • Apr 2019 - Present

  Phoenix, Arizona -Identify operational efficiencies across the organization -Implement project management and tracking -Financial planning -Strategic engagement with stakeholder groups



Economic Incentives Advisory Group

• United States
• Financial Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Director, National Business Incentives and Strategic Channel Partnerships

  • Mar 2018 - Mar 2019

  Phoenix EIAG specializes in researching economic incentives such as hiring related tax credits, business expansion/relocation incentives, training grants, renewable energy benefits, research and development credits,stimulus funds and business specific grants offered by the government or private funding sources.  Conduct analysis of business growth to identify eligible candidates for state and local tax credits and business incentives  Oversee marketing outreach campaigns to targeted… Show more EIAG specializes in researching economic incentives such as hiring related tax credits, business expansion/relocation incentives, training grants, renewable energy benefits, research and development credits,stimulus funds and business specific grants offered by the government or private funding sources.  Conduct analysis of business growth to identify eligible candidates for state and local tax credits and business incentives  Oversee marketing outreach campaigns to targeted industries  Develop and maintain strategic channel partnerships to drive business development  Identify new lines of business through untapped state and local business incentives  Provide technical assistance to clients administering grant and incentive programs  Educate public and private partners on available programs, eligibility, and compliance requirements Show less

• Vice President, Research

  • Feb 2014 - Feb 2018

  Phoenix, Arizona Area  Manage a five person team to execute both long term strategic research projects as well as short term client requests  Coordinate and provide content for strategic councils made up of industry executives and public officials focused on advancing the economic competitiveness of the region and specific industry sectors  Create and facilitate events to bring innovative companies and established enterprises together for collaborative relationships  Maintain organizational top line… Show more  Manage a five person team to execute both long term strategic research projects as well as short term client requests  Coordinate and provide content for strategic councils made up of industry executives and public officials focused on advancing the economic competitiveness of the region and specific industry sectors  Create and facilitate events to bring innovative companies and established enterprises together for collaborative relationships  Maintain organizational top line metrics for contract agreements  Conduct economic development policy analysis to determine competitive position relative to other markets  Provide labor analysis to clients, comparing wages and supply of talent by industry in Greater Phoenix and competitor regions  Model potential economic and fiscal impact to the region and state of increased employment and capital investment  Prepare briefs on tax and economic development policy best practices and impacts for both private investors and public officials Show less



Arizona State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Research Analyst - Healthcare Delivery and Policy Program

  • Jan 2013 - Feb 2014

  Use quantitative and qualitative methods to collect data and conduct primary and secondary analysis on innovative healthcare providers and healthcare outcomes across the United States as well as internationally Develop grant proposals to pursue funding for Healthcare Delivery and Policy Program projects Prepare materials for class lectures, healthcare forums, and other presentations for various industry stakeholders Create lecture and assessment materials for an online course… Show more Use quantitative and qualitative methods to collect data and conduct primary and secondary analysis on innovative healthcare providers and healthcare outcomes across the United States as well as internationally Develop grant proposals to pursue funding for Healthcare Delivery and Policy Program projects Prepare materials for class lectures, healthcare forums, and other presentations for various industry stakeholders Create lecture and assessment materials for an online course offered through Arizona State University Show less



ECOtality

• United States
• Oil and Gas
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Government Relations and Regulatory Affairs Intern

  • Aug 2011 - Oct 2012

  Research and prepare white paper position statements regarding important developments related to the electric vehicle market Identify and analyze regulatory and policy issues and provide recommendations on ways to address these issues Monitor electric vehicle initiatives and regulatory proceedings at the state, local, and federal level Build local, regional, state, and federal databases for elected government officials and key organizations Develop a strategic plan to produce… Show more Research and prepare white paper position statements regarding important developments related to the electric vehicle market Identify and analyze regulatory and policy issues and provide recommendations on ways to address these issues Monitor electric vehicle initiatives and regulatory proceedings at the state, local, and federal level Build local, regional, state, and federal databases for elected government officials and key organizations Develop a strategic plan to produce favorable markets for electric vehicle and Show less



Tempe School District

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education

• Substitute Teacher

  • Aug 2010 - Feb 2012

  Implement lesson plans in a variety of classrooms Adjust to diverse needs of differing classroom environments and student age levels Adapt to the requests of school administrators to achieve desired outcomes



US Census Bureau

• United States
• Restaurants

• Survey Statistician-Intern

  • Jun 2011 - Aug 2011

  Developed official Census statements and inquiry responses regarding the 2012 Census of Governments Conducted extensive research of Census Bureau databases to provide timely and accurate data for academic, public, and private entities Built local contact databases for government officials nationwide in preparation for the 2012 Census of Governments



Our Lady of Perpetual Help School

• United States
• Religious Institutions
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Junior High Math Teacher

  • Aug 2009 - Jul 2010

  Constructed and implemented lesson plans and assessment for 6th, 7th, and 8th grade math classes Constructed and implemented lesson plans and assessment for 6th grade religion and literature classes



Arizona State Legislature

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Research Staff Intern/Research Assistant

  • Jan 2009 - Jul 2009

  Researched and analyzed bills and provided complete and succinct summaries of legislation in the Arizona House of Representatives for the Committee on Commerce Organized distribution of bill summaries, amendments, and constituent concerns for members of the House Presented weekly to the Committee on Commerce and Republican Caucus on proposed legislation Monitored proposed policy through the Arizona State Legislature Coordinated meetings with legislators and local stake-holders… Show more Researched and analyzed bills and provided complete and succinct summaries of legislation in the Arizona House of Representatives for the Committee on Commerce Organized distribution of bill summaries, amendments, and constituent concerns for members of the House Presented weekly to the Committee on Commerce and Republican Caucus on proposed legislation Monitored proposed policy through the Arizona State Legislature Coordinated meetings with legislators and local stake-holders regarding policy initiatives Chosen for hire upon completion of the internship to aide research staff with duties Skills Certified in Microsoft Excel Experienced with Microsoft Word Experienced with STATA and SAS statistical software Familiar with ArcGIS software Show less