Riley Sweeney
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Kelsey Rowlson
Give Riley a keyboard and 10 minutes and he can craft a brilliant press release. Riley's capabilities when it comes to dealing with pressure are impressive to watch. No matter the situation, he he able to listen to all sides and come up with a feasible solution and then disseminate the information in a timely manner. Since he has begun working at The City of Ferndale, communication from the city has become more easily accessible and is said in layman's terms with transparency. I think the City of Ferndale is better for having Riley as their Communication Officer.
Jared Paben
Riley was a source of mine as a reporter. He was very articulate and knowledgeable, and his genuine passion for Democratic Party politics is clear. His volunteer activities made that clear: communications chair for the Whatcom Democrats and efforts to support various candidates. His political reportage was a pleasure to read: lively, insightful and bold.
Kelsey Rowlson
Give Riley a keyboard and 10 minutes and he can craft a brilliant press release. Riley's capabilities when it comes to dealing with pressure are impressive to watch. No matter the situation, he he able to listen to all sides and come up with a feasible solution and then disseminate the information in a timely manner. Since he has begun working at The City of Ferndale, communication from the city has become more easily accessible and is said in layman's terms with transparency. I think the City of Ferndale is better for having Riley as their Communication Officer.
Jared Paben
Riley was a source of mine as a reporter. He was very articulate and knowledgeable, and his genuine passion for Democratic Party politics is clear. His volunteer activities made that clear: communications chair for the Whatcom Democrats and efforts to support various candidates. His political reportage was a pleasure to read: lively, insightful and bold.
Kelsey Rowlson
Give Riley a keyboard and 10 minutes and he can craft a brilliant press release. Riley's capabilities when it comes to dealing with pressure are impressive to watch. No matter the situation, he he able to listen to all sides and come up with a feasible solution and then disseminate the information in a timely manner. Since he has begun working at The City of Ferndale, communication from the city has become more easily accessible and is said in layman's terms with transparency. I think the City of Ferndale is better for having Riley as their Communication Officer.
Jared Paben
Riley was a source of mine as a reporter. He was very articulate and knowledgeable, and his genuine passion for Democratic Party politics is clear. His volunteer activities made that clear: communications chair for the Whatcom Democrats and efforts to support various candidates. His political reportage was a pleasure to read: lively, insightful and bold.
Kelsey Rowlson
Give Riley a keyboard and 10 minutes and he can craft a brilliant press release. Riley's capabilities when it comes to dealing with pressure are impressive to watch. No matter the situation, he he able to listen to all sides and come up with a feasible solution and then disseminate the information in a timely manner. Since he has begun working at The City of Ferndale, communication from the city has become more easily accessible and is said in layman's terms with transparency. I think the City of Ferndale is better for having Riley as their Communication Officer.
Jared Paben
Riley was a source of mine as a reporter. He was very articulate and knowledgeable, and his genuine passion for Democratic Party politics is clear. His volunteer activities made that clear: communications chair for the Whatcom Democrats and efforts to support various candidates. His political reportage was a pleasure to read: lively, insightful and bold.
Credentials
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Certified Playground Safety Inspector
National Recreation and Park AssociationJan, 2018- Nov, 2024 -
Public Information in an All-Hazards Incident
FEMA
Experience
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ABC Recycling
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Canada
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Renewable Energy Semiconductor Manufacturing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Community Relations and Government Affairs Manager
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Aug 2023 - Present
Outreach, community relations and government affairs for ABC Recycling in Bellingham, WA. Outreach, community relations and government affairs for ABC Recycling in Bellingham, WA.
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Meridian School District 505
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United States
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Primary and Secondary Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Candidate for Meridian School Board
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May 2023 - Present
Candidate for Meridian School District, Po. 5. Schools should be where individuals are respected and creativity nurtured. Where teachers are able to encourage inquisitive minds. Where facts and science prevail - and the partisan politics dividing our country are not invited to the table. Schools should be safe places to learn, share, create, and build success without fear. I will advocate for the salaries, support staff and equipment our schools desperately need so we can recruit and retain quality educators. I will fight for arts, theater, and enrichment programs that engage our children and inspire the next generation. Show less
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City of Ferndale, Washington
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United States
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Government Administration
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1 - 100 Employee
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Communications Officer/Recreation Coordinator
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May 2015 - Aug 2023
Responsible for communications city-wide, including our website, social media, press releases, and emergency communications. As of 2017, placed in charge of all Ferndale Parks and Recreation activities, garnering over 2,000 attendees for public events over the summer. Handles affordable housing, emergency preparedness, parks engagement, anti-poverty measures and serves as executive assistant to the Mayor. Special projects include liaison with the Ferndale School District, policy development and budget oversight for the Hotel-Motel Fund. Recruited over 2,000 volunteers and 300 community partners for the construction of Star Park in June 2016, which was the largest volunteer event in the history of Ferndale. Designed and implemented new web presence for the City of Ferndale to improve user experience and modernize appearance. Show less
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Landmark Real Estate Management
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Real Estate
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1 - 100 Employee
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Marketing Specialist
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Apr 2014 - May 2015
I developed marketing materials for a wide variety of commercial and residential rental properties, including print and digital copy as well as oversee front desk procedure and audit processes to increase efficiency. I developed marketing materials for a wide variety of commercial and residential rental properties, including print and digital copy as well as oversee front desk procedure and audit processes to increase efficiency.
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Self Employed
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Bellingham, Washington Area
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Fundraising and Communications Consultant
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Feb 2014 - May 2015
Worked on a slew of local campaigns and initiatives, including events planning, volunteer recruitment and management and fundraising. Worked on a slew of local campaigns and initiatives, including events planning, volunteer recruitment and management and fundraising.
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Writer and Owner
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May 2008 - May 2015
My blog, the Political Junkie provides citizen Journalism and political analysis for Whatcom County and national news. My blog, the Political Junkie provides citizen Journalism and political analysis for Whatcom County and national news.
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uttana Online Leadership Learning
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United States
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E-Learning Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Content and Communications Manager
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Sep 2013 - May 2014
I oversaw the marketing for the e-learning company üttana. I develop marketing content (written articles, podcasts, video interviews and advertisements) and distribute it through our social media channels. I built and optimized our online advertising and nurtured partner relationships with local businesses. I oversaw the marketing for the e-learning company üttana. I develop marketing content (written articles, podcasts, video interviews and advertisements) and distribute it through our social media channels. I built and optimized our online advertising and nurtured partner relationships with local businesses.
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Enna Corporation
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United States
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Book and Periodical Publishing
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1 - 100 Employee
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Content and Communications Manager
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Mar 2013 - Mar 2014
I plan and implement all marketing for Enna's latest business venture. I write clear and concise articles that illuminate Lean manufacturing in simple accessible language. Other duties involve securing filming locations and interviews, composing music for educational videos and networking with local business leaders. I plan and implement all marketing for Enna's latest business venture. I write clear and concise articles that illuminate Lean manufacturing in simple accessible language. Other duties involve securing filming locations and interviews, composing music for educational videos and networking with local business leaders.
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Western Washington University Foundation
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Bellingham, Washington Area
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Assistant Director of Annual Giving and Alumni Membership
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Apr 2012 - Feb 2013
I assisted the planning and implementation of the annual giving program to encourage continued annual giving, to re-engage lapsed donors and acquire new donors. I assisted the planning and implementation of the annual giving program to encourage continued annual giving, to re-engage lapsed donors and acquire new donors.
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Program Assistant
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Jan 2010 - Feb 2012
Administrative Assistant for the Pipeline Safety Trust. I make travel arrangements for the staff and board, update the website and handle the accounting. Administrative Assistant for the Pipeline Safety Trust. I make travel arrangements for the staff and board, update the website and handle the accounting.
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People for Pete Kremen
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Whatcom County
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Campaign Manager
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Jul 2011 - Aug 2011
I helped Pete Kremen get started on his campaign for Whatcom County Council I helped Pete Kremen get started on his campaign for Whatcom County Council
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Campaign Manager
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Apr 2010 - Dec 2010
I am managing Jean Melious' run for County Council. I am managing Jean Melious' run for County Council.
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Campaign Manager
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Jun 2009 - Nov 2009
I ran her campaign to become Bellingham City Councilwoman from the 6th Ward. It was a good hard fight. I ran her campaign to become Bellingham City Councilwoman from the 6th Ward. It was a good hard fight.
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Seasonal Call Center
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Mar 2009 - Sep 2009
Helped Schools nationwide submit their materials over the phone. Worked with customers to troubleshoot problems with misprints, missed deliveries, etc. Helped Schools nationwide submit their materials over the phone. Worked with customers to troubleshoot problems with misprints, missed deliveries, etc.
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Kitsap County Field Director
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May 2008 - Nov 2008
I ran the Kitsap County Campaign office for Congressman Norm Dicks. We did a great deal of organizing for Christine Gregoire as well. I ran the Kitsap County Campaign office for Congressman Norm Dicks. We did a great deal of organizing for Christine Gregoire as well.
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Phonathon Caller
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2005 - 2008
Raised over $26,000 over three years for the scholarships through the Western Foundation by cold calling alumni and parents of current students. Raised over $26,000 over three years for the scholarships through the Western Foundation by cold calling alumni and parents of current students.
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Thurston Community Media
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Television Producer
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2003 - 2005
Created and hosted a live community access television show in Thurston County for two years. Wrote, performed comedy and designed advertising Created and hosted a live community access television show in Thurston County for two years. Wrote, performed comedy and designed advertising
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Education
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2004 - 2008
Western Washington University
BA, Communication -
2000 - 2004
Olympia High School
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