Director of Government Relations and Public Policy

• May 2022 - Present

Director for Community and Governmental Affairs

• Oct 2019 - Aug 2021

• Provided strategic support to the President in building strong relationships and partnerships with key external groups, organizations and individuals with special emphasis on agencies and organizations in Boston and the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. • Managed the colleges’ government and community relations including coordinating and strengthening relationships with community leaders and organizations, government officials and state funding agencies. Provided insights to expanding community partnerships and cultivation of key relationships to advance institutional priorities. Represented the interest of the college and students on key community organizations. • Enhanced communications with local and regional organizations in support of RCC’s projects and initiatives by establishing contacts and providing regular updates to external groups. Engaged with the campus community through committee work, events and meetings to stay apprised of institutional plans and projects. • Monitored and reviewed relevant higher education news and legislation and provide briefing material to the President. Represented the college at events and committees on behalf of the President. Reviewed schedule of external events on campus to connect community groups with college staff as appropriate. • Partnered with university and external agencies to build and maintain relationships to develop specific strategies and long-term plans to optimize support and resources for the college. Connected to external community boards and groups to increase the presence of RCC in the City and Commonwealth. Planned and executed college events in partnership with external agencies. Assisted campus leadership in navigating complex projects related to external agencies Show less

Community Outreach Coordinator

• Apr 2016 - Sep 2019

• Assisted the Vice President of City and Community Affairs in building and maintaining effective relationships with designated stakeholders, including City Hall, community groups, residents, and elected officials. • Represented the University at civic and community functions as needed in the surrounding neighborhoods and other areas where the University holds business. • Identified community leaders and targeted relationships that needed to be developed and/or strengthened, while also supporting the University in its goals to broaden interactions with the community. • Worked closely with a cross-functional team to support the University’s community outreach efforts and facilitated sponsorship of community events. Show less

Manager Workforce Development/Youth Leadership

• Sep 2013 - Jan 2016

• Managed the Employment Placement program, which hired more than 100 youth in training-oriented junior staff positions, to ensure employment meets the needs of employer and youth employee. • Recruited additional corporate and nonprofit partners to expand the number of youth jobs and internship opportunities available. • Developed and conducted Work Readiness and College Prep programming. • Organized Leadership Development programs, working directly with middle- and high-school youth, including supervision and recruitment of volunteers for community service needs. • Represented on behalf of the organization as liaison with partner organizations to organize and facilitate events and programs for the community. • Coordinated visits with locally elected officials to provide opportunities to connect with youth at the center and to support their civic engagement activities Show less

Peace First Volunteer

• Aug 2012 - Jun 2013