Experience

Keller Williams Newport Estates

• Real Estate
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Licensed Real Estate Professional

  • Aug 2021 - Present

  Newport Beach, California, United States



Scout Town Industries, LLC

• Co-Founder

  • Aug 2018 - Mar 2022

  Online • Supply chain management.



Benton County

• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Manager and Supervisor

  • Oct 2016 - Aug 2018

  Corvallis, Oregon Area Program Development, Career Counseling and trauma informed care were central components of my position as the Program Manager and direct supervisor of over 20 employees for Benton County Health Department. • I directly oversaw four programs, which include: Assertive Community Treatment team (successfully expanded by 50% within 9 months), Early Assessment and Support Alliance (collaboratively implemented on time and within budget after securing state grant funding), Supported Employment and… Show more Program Development, Career Counseling and trauma informed care were central components of my position as the Program Manager and direct supervisor of over 20 employees for Benton County Health Department. • I directly oversaw four programs, which include: Assertive Community Treatment team (successfully expanded by 50% within 9 months), Early Assessment and Support Alliance (collaboratively implemented on time and within budget after securing state grant funding), Supported Employment and Supported Education programs (collaboratively expanded program by 30%). • Under my leadership the aforementioned interdisciplinary teams became highly strength-based, goal-oriented and results-driven and exemplified a culture of inclusion and respect. • My clear, consistent and collaborative leadership enabled Benton County’s Assertive Community Treatment Team to become one of the highest performing teams in the state for multiple consecutive years according to annual fidelity reviews and maintained one of the highest staff retention rates. • Secured nearly half a million dollar Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Expansion Grant. o Developed Expansion Grant implementation strategy, created processes, measurement tools, hired personnel and successfully tracked associated data to secure future funding. • Actively coordinated with city representatives, executive management, individual stakeholders, community partners and the judicial system to create and maintain programs to reduce recidivism, homelessness and crisis contacts for at-risk population groups. • Regular presenter for the law enforcement Crisis Intervention Team (CIT) training. • Responded to crisis calls and available for crisis consult 24/7. • Continually developed and modified existing policies and procedures to promote continuity of care and maintain adherence to current state regulations. • Completed 6 month and annual evaluations for labor union represented direct reports.

• Qualified Mental Health Professional

  • Oct 2014 - Aug 2018

  Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Individual Counselor and Case Manager serving the most at-risk individuals in the community diagnosed with severe mental illness. • Provided intensive case management services, diagnosis and mental health treatment to increase mental health stability, secure and maintain housing and reduce frequency of emergency contacts. • Advocated for clients within various systems to successfully divert individuals from higher/more restrictive levels of care as… Show more Assertive Community Treatment (ACT) Individual Counselor and Case Manager serving the most at-risk individuals in the community diagnosed with severe mental illness. • Provided intensive case management services, diagnosis and mental health treatment to increase mental health stability, secure and maintain housing and reduce frequency of emergency contacts. • Advocated for clients within various systems to successfully divert individuals from higher/more restrictive levels of care as appropriate. • Responded to crisis calls from police, community partners and the hospital. Provided crisis counseling and after hours coordination or care. • Coordinated the transition of clients from Psychiatric Units and State Hospitals into independent or supported living environments. • Actively contributed to maintaining adherence to evidenced-based models and high fidelity standards. • Developed and maintained relationships with community partners and officials. • Assisted clients with identifying and utilizing resources that enabled them to meet basic needs while empowering them to actively take steps towards increasing self-sufficiency and independence. • Provided direction and worked collaboratively with staff to coordinate daily in-home medication support, skills training and other client related needs. • Built a reputation for meeting and exceeding goals in a fast-paced environment.



Curiosidy

• United States
• Technology, Information and Internet

• Chief Executive Officer

  • Nov 2012 - Jan 2015

  Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area Created software platform to promote organizational transparency, increased stakeholder engagement and streamline content marketing efforts for businesses and nonprofit organizations. • Recruited talented individuals to be part of a fully functioning, dynamic internal team. • Demonstrated insight of business development processes from concept to scale. • Contributed to the vision, design and creation of a working prototype/beta test. Strategically identified target markets. Tested… Show more Created software platform to promote organizational transparency, increased stakeholder engagement and streamline content marketing efforts for businesses and nonprofit organizations. • Recruited talented individuals to be part of a fully functioning, dynamic internal team. • Demonstrated insight of business development processes from concept to scale. • Contributed to the vision, design and creation of a working prototype/beta test. Strategically identified target markets. Tested viability of product within various market segments, and adjusted approach based on feedback to better identify product/market fit. • Applied professional public speaking and interpersonal communication skills to promote product, secure investors, and attract clients. • Successfully secured investment capital and acceptance into business accelerator. • Identified, secured and maintained strategic partnerships with sales representatives, investors, mentors, and clients. • Successfully managed cross-functional team to meet and exceed work-related goals. Show less



Flashstarts, Inc.

• United States
• Business Consulting and Services

• Entrepreneur

  • Jun 2013 - Sep 2013

  Cleveland/Akron, Ohio Area Accepted into software and technology startup accelerator and venture fund.



Coleman Health Services

• United States
• Mental Health Care
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Licensed Professional Counselor and Contracted School Based Counselor

  • Aug 2010 - Aug 2013

  Instrumental in securing grant for school-based program. • Created and implemented quantitative and qualitative measurement tools to assess the effectiveness of grant funded School-Based Program. Presented results to Board of Education and other funding sources - a collaborative processes that resulted in securing funding for subsequent years. • Co-lead evidenced-based, skill-building group for teen girls. Solely responsible for identifying and screening clients for group. • Assisted… Show more Instrumental in securing grant for school-based program. • Created and implemented quantitative and qualitative measurement tools to assess the effectiveness of grant funded School-Based Program. Presented results to Board of Education and other funding sources - a collaborative processes that resulted in securing funding for subsequent years. • Co-lead evidenced-based, skill-building group for teen girls. Solely responsible for identifying and screening clients for group. • Assisted clients with taking necessary steps and acquiring community resources to obtain needed services. • Coordinated wraparound services for clients that required additional assistance • Diagnosed and treated students and adults currently diagnosed with mental health disorders in clinical and school-based settings. • Worked with children, college students and adults in a clinical setting. Primary behavioral health interventions included, but were not limited to: Career Counseling, CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing and Client Centered, Solutions-Focused Therapy. • Served at-risk students in Kent City Schools on Individualized Education Programs to assist students in reaching academic success and personal goals. • Routinely collaborated and attended meetings with school personnel, parents, probation officers, case managers, and other team members in accordance with best practice client care. • Completed and updated assessments, service/treatment plans and other supporting documentation in accordance with department and county procedures, state and national standards. Show less



Hopes for Hunger

• Founder/ Executive Director

  • Apr 2008 - Oct 2012

  Akron, OH • Founded a 501c3 nonprofit organization with the mission to reduce food insecurity and create sustainable, systemic change by providing individuals with increased access to innovative agricultural resources. • Secured strategic partnerships with Akron University and Kent State University to develop technologies to increase agricultural efficiencies. • Recruited and managed team that developed innovative agricultural technology. • Successfully implemented educational greenhouses in… Show more • Founded a 501c3 nonprofit organization with the mission to reduce food insecurity and create sustainable, systemic change by providing individuals with increased access to innovative agricultural resources. • Secured strategic partnerships with Akron University and Kent State University to develop technologies to increase agricultural efficiencies. • Recruited and managed team that developed innovative agricultural technology. • Successfully implemented educational greenhouses in the local area. • Oversaw development of corresponding educational curriculum. • Coordinated and participated in community events to promote organizational initiatives and goals. • Strategically collaborated with partners to launch for-profit entity. Show less