Miranda Rodriguez
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Jennifer Samson
Miranda joined the River LA team four years ago when she was hired as a Community and Events Coordinator. She worked across the organization to support community engagement, fundraising and project development. I immediately recognized that her resourcefulness, management skills, and enthusiasm were a huge asset to the organization. Over the years, she has clearly demonstrated an eagerness to learn and quickly master everything that has been shared with her. As our organization grew, I had the opportunity to hire a Project Manager. Instead of hiring externally, I brought Miranda over to my team in the capacity of Placemaking Manager, where she supported the sourcing, funding, and delivery of River LA’s Placemaking project pipeline. As her manager, I’ve witnessed her ability to effectively manage and execute several projects at once, while delivering timely and outstanding results. Not only does she show maturity and strategic thinking well beyond her years, but also her skills are equal to those with many more years of experience. Most recently, Miranda rose to the challenge of an enormous endeavor--securing permits within a six month time frame for 15 projects and sites (one in each council district of Los Angeles) on behalf of the City of Los Angeles’ Department of Cultural Affairs
Jennifer Samson
Miranda joined the River LA team four years ago when she was hired as a Community and Events Coordinator. She worked across the organization to support community engagement, fundraising and project development. I immediately recognized that her resourcefulness, management skills, and enthusiasm were a huge asset to the organization. Over the years, she has clearly demonstrated an eagerness to learn and quickly master everything that has been shared with her. As our organization grew, I had the opportunity to hire a Project Manager. Instead of hiring externally, I brought Miranda over to my team in the capacity of Placemaking Manager, where she supported the sourcing, funding, and delivery of River LA’s Placemaking project pipeline. As her manager, I’ve witnessed her ability to effectively manage and execute several projects at once, while delivering timely and outstanding results. Not only does she show maturity and strategic thinking well beyond her years, but also her skills are equal to those with many more years of experience. Most recently, Miranda rose to the challenge of an enormous endeavor--securing permits within a six month time frame for 15 projects and sites (one in each council district of Los Angeles) on behalf of the City of Los Angeles’ Department of Cultural Affairs
Jennifer Samson
Miranda joined the River LA team four years ago when she was hired as a Community and Events Coordinator. She worked across the organization to support community engagement, fundraising and project development. I immediately recognized that her resourcefulness, management skills, and enthusiasm were a huge asset to the organization. Over the years, she has clearly demonstrated an eagerness to learn and quickly master everything that has been shared with her. As our organization grew, I had the opportunity to hire a Project Manager. Instead of hiring externally, I brought Miranda over to my team in the capacity of Placemaking Manager, where she supported the sourcing, funding, and delivery of River LA’s Placemaking project pipeline. As her manager, I’ve witnessed her ability to effectively manage and execute several projects at once, while delivering timely and outstanding results. Not only does she show maturity and strategic thinking well beyond her years, but also her skills are equal to those with many more years of experience. Most recently, Miranda rose to the challenge of an enormous endeavor--securing permits within a six month time frame for 15 projects and sites (one in each council district of Los Angeles) on behalf of the City of Los Angeles’ Department of Cultural Affairs
Jennifer Samson
Miranda joined the River LA team four years ago when she was hired as a Community and Events Coordinator. She worked across the organization to support community engagement, fundraising and project development. I immediately recognized that her resourcefulness, management skills, and enthusiasm were a huge asset to the organization. Over the years, she has clearly demonstrated an eagerness to learn and quickly master everything that has been shared with her. As our organization grew, I had the opportunity to hire a Project Manager. Instead of hiring externally, I brought Miranda over to my team in the capacity of Placemaking Manager, where she supported the sourcing, funding, and delivery of River LA’s Placemaking project pipeline. As her manager, I’ve witnessed her ability to effectively manage and execute several projects at once, while delivering timely and outstanding results. Not only does she show maturity and strategic thinking well beyond her years, but also her skills are equal to those with many more years of experience. Most recently, Miranda rose to the challenge of an enormous endeavor--securing permits within a six month time frame for 15 projects and sites (one in each council district of Los Angeles) on behalf of the City of Los Angeles’ Department of Cultural Affairs
Experience
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The Center by Lendistry
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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VP of Operations
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Sep 2022 - Present
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Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC)
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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500 - 600 Employee
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Deputy Director
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Jan 2021 - Aug 2022
Responsible for developing, resourcing, and overseeing LISC LA’s growing community economic development program portfolio and capacity building initiatives. Duties include managing a $60M+ annual budget, workplan, and performance goals for local office; managing grants and contracts with large public sector and corporate partners; and developing strategic partnerships with CBOs, government, and philanthropy.
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Program Officer
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Oct 2016 - Feb 2021
Responsible for managing the development and implementation of LISC LA's economic development initiatives including the LISC/Kiva Micro-lending program, Ascend LA, South LA Economic Inclusion Implementation Plan, and Employee Ownership for Small Business Preservation Program. Duties include:- Building partnerships with a diverse set of stakeholders, including public agencies, community development organizations, anchor institutions, and lenders. - Managing grant portfolio and providing technical assistance to community development organizations across the region; and- Implementing LISC LA's fund development strategy including proposal development, budget management, and grant compliance and reporting.
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Freelance
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Los Angeles Metropolitan Area
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Location and Implementation Manager
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Jan 2012 - Dec 2019
Responsible for location management and implementation services for large scale public art events, public programs, and food and beverage pop-ups. Past clients include: CURRENT:LA Public Art Triennial (2019), SELA Arts and River Festival (2019), and the SIP series (2012-2015). Duties included assessing site, production, and budget feasibility; managing artists and vendors; and advising on marketing and brand coordination. Responsible for location management and implementation services for large scale public art events, public programs, and food and beverage pop-ups. Past clients include: CURRENT:LA Public Art Triennial (2019), SELA Arts and River Festival (2019), and the SIP series (2012-2015). Duties included assessing site, production, and budget feasibility; managing artists and vendors; and advising on marketing and brand coordination.
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River LA
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Placemaking Manager
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Sep 2015 - Sep 2016
Responsible for supporting the delivery, sourcing, and funding of River LA’s Placemaking Project Pipeline. Duties include managing project budgets, contracts, timelines and consultants; managing design processes and securing all construction permits; managing community engagement strategies, project partnerships and project deliverables; supporting Director of Real Estate development with recommendations on project development, industry best practices and financing opportunities.Projects include: Rio Vistas Parklets & Toolkit; 6th Street Viaduct Right of Way White Paper; Department of Cultural Affairs Current: LA Water Public Art Biennial
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Public Engagement Manager
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Sep 2012 - Sep 2015
Responsible for developing and managing fundraising events, community programming and public outreach for the LA River Corp. Assisted with communications and marketing efforts by developing and executing content for newsletters, social media and events. Other duties included managing vendors, consultants and volunteers; attending relevant stakeholder meetings and researching related policy; and assisting with grant writing and donor development.Notable programs and events: Northeast LA Riverfront Collaborative, LA River Regatta Club, Let's Talk River, LA River Bike-In Movie Theater
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Jennie Cooks
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Los Angeles, CA
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General Manager
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Apr 2011 - Aug 2012
Managed small business that specialized in catering, events and other food services. Primary responsibilities included hiring and training new staff, accounting, marketing, business development, event management, purchasing and managing client relationships. Managed small business that specialized in catering, events and other food services. Primary responsibilities included hiring and training new staff, accounting, marketing, business development, event management, purchasing and managing client relationships.
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City of Los Angeles
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United States
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Americorps Vista Fellow
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Jul 2009 - Jul 2010
Developed a sustainable volunteer and outreach program for the Family Resource Center (FRC) in the Nueva Maravilla Public Housing Community in East Los Angeles. Primary duties included managing partnerships with over 20 universities, businesses, public agencies and community based organizations; maintaining databases and media materials; supervising FRC staff, interns and volunteers; planning and coordinating community events, workshops, and committees. Developed a sustainable volunteer and outreach program for the Family Resource Center (FRC) in the Nueva Maravilla Public Housing Community in East Los Angeles. Primary duties included managing partnerships with over 20 universities, businesses, public agencies and community based organizations; maintaining databases and media materials; supervising FRC staff, interns and volunteers; planning and coordinating community events, workshops, and committees.
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Education
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2004 - 2008
Lewis and Clark College
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Sociology, Anthropology and Urban Studies
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