Experience

GM Ventures

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Venture Capital Associate

  • Jun 2022 - Present

  Denver, Colorado, United States Supporting investment in the EV battery space.

• Summer Associate

  • Jun 2022 - Aug 2022

  + Conducted qualitative and quantitative research on the electric vehicle battery industry and produced a 40-page report that helped inform firm investment strategy + Developed an internal database to track GM’s engagement with battery companies to centralize communication and reduce redundancy + Prepared and presented final project to CTO; select slides were shared with Executive Vice Presidents and CEO



Colorado Outward Bound School

• United States
• Primary and Secondary Education
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Course Director

  • May 2018 - Present

  + Coordinate and Supervise Field Staff to ensure successful programs delivery + Ensure physical and emotional safety of all students and staff + Plan and lead staff training and pre-course orientations as appropriate + Facilitate evacuations and early departures with Instructors, Logistics, Program Directors, and parents + Serve in the base staff on-call rotation with the ability to manage multiple student groups and all emergencies + Develop strong relationships with students… Show more + Coordinate and Supervise Field Staff to ensure successful programs delivery + Ensure physical and emotional safety of all students and staff + Plan and lead staff training and pre-course orientations as appropriate + Facilitate evacuations and early departures with Instructors, Logistics, Program Directors, and parents + Serve in the base staff on-call rotation with the ability to manage multiple student groups and all emergencies + Develop strong relationships with students and staff, and monitor staff and student morale + Supervise the development and evaluation of Instructors and Interns + Coordinate and review all required paperwork involved in course and program, ensure required reports are turned into the appropriate office personnel + Ensure reportable incidents are documented in the field in a timely fashion

• Lead Instructor

  • Jun 2015 - Present

  Leadville, CO + Lead students in wilderness settings for extended periods, evaluating student performance and managing subjective and objective risks + Facilitate the development of the student group toward successful performance + Work closely with Co-Instructors to design and adapt itineraries as necessary to push students and build character, while ensuring emotional and objective safety of students + Build rapport with students over a broad range of demographics and backgrounds + Tailor hard… Show more + Lead students in wilderness settings for extended periods, evaluating student performance and managing subjective and objective risks + Facilitate the development of the student group toward successful performance + Work closely with Co-Instructors to design and adapt itineraries as necessary to push students and build character, while ensuring emotional and objective safety of students + Build rapport with students over a broad range of demographics and backgrounds + Tailor hard and soft skill educational lessons to different student learning styles + Deliver timely, goal-oriented, actionable, and specific feedback to students, Co-Instructors, and Course Directors



Deming Center Venture Fund

• United States
• Venture Capital and Private Equity Principals
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Investment Associate

  • Aug 2021 - Aug 2022

  Boulder, Colorado, United States The Deming Center Venture Fund (DCVF) supports emerging companies in Boulder and surrounding communities. The Fund is managed by a cross-disciplinary team of CU Boulder graduate students, and guided by an experienced advisory board that includes University faculty and local leaders in venture capital and angel investing. The DCVF focuses on investments in the "funding gap" providing financial support that early-stage companies often require to develop and test new products and… Show more The Deming Center Venture Fund (DCVF) supports emerging companies in Boulder and surrounding communities. The Fund is managed by a cross-disciplinary team of CU Boulder graduate students, and guided by an experienced advisory board that includes University faculty and local leaders in venture capital and angel investing. The DCVF focuses on investments in the "funding gap" providing financial support that early-stage companies often require to develop and test new products and technologies. The Fund is well positioned to invest without a partner, and, where appropriate, is capable of leveraging strong relationships with local angel investors to make co-investments. The target capital investment of the Fund is $25,000 supporting raises of less than $1,000,000. The investment is provided in exchange for equity, convertible debt, or a similar security. Show less



Regis University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Assistant Director of Programs

  • May 2021 - Aug 2021

  Denver, Colorado, United States The Assistant Director of Programs is responsible for co-curricular experiential education in the context of Outdoor Programs, Club Sports and Intramurals. In these multiple capacities, the Assistant Director will collaborate with professional staff and student leaders to set goals, supervise trips, develop and support recreational sports activities, develop budget projections, track expenses, process accounts payable, evaluate organizational needs, problem-solve, and serve as a liaison with… Show more The Assistant Director of Programs is responsible for co-curricular experiential education in the context of Outdoor Programs, Club Sports and Intramurals. In these multiple capacities, the Assistant Director will collaborate with professional staff and student leaders to set goals, supervise trips, develop and support recreational sports activities, develop budget projections, track expenses, process accounts payable, evaluate organizational needs, problem-solve, and serve as a liaison with other university departments essential to program implementation and success. In addition, the Assistant Director will serve as a member of the Administrative Leadership Team; fully participating in the development, implementation, and evaluation of the departmental mission to mentor student leaders, develop programs that enhance the student experience at Regis University and encourage a sense of campus community.

• Outdoor Adventure Program Coordinator

  • Aug 2018 - May 2021

  Denver, CO + Coordinate and supervise an extensive outdoor program encompassing activities suitable for all experience levels in the Denver metro region, statewide, regionally, and internationally + Maintain safety standards for outdoor recreation, based on industry norms and best practices + Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate OAP Student Staff and internship program + Forecast, monitor, and evaluate a comprehensive program budget + Establish, maintain, and grow relationships with local and… Show more + Coordinate and supervise an extensive outdoor program encompassing activities suitable for all experience levels in the Denver metro region, statewide, regionally, and internationally + Maintain safety standards for outdoor recreation, based on industry norms and best practices + Hire, train, supervise, and evaluate OAP Student Staff and internship program + Forecast, monitor, and evaluate a comprehensive program budget + Establish, maintain, and grow relationships with local and regional outfitters allowing for the most cost-effective utilization of their respective services + Created a tool to analyze financial performance of each program that was adopted by University leadership + Doubled the Program’s year-end cash on hand in my first two years in the position, while increasing program engagement and effectiveness by 10% YoY



REI

• United States
• Retail
• 700 & Above Employee

• Outdoor School Instructor

  • Nov 2017 - Oct 2019

  Greater Denver Area REI Outdoor School Instructors provide the gear and instruction to REI members and customers for activities which include: Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddle boarding, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Hiking, Backpacking, Camping, Natural History, Outdoor Photography and Navigation Outings for both Map & Compass and GPS. + Successfully lead REI Outdoor School programs + Teach in-store educational classes and in-the-field programs for REI customers to include delivery of class… Show more REI Outdoor School Instructors provide the gear and instruction to REI members and customers for activities which include: Rock Climbing, Kayaking, Stand-Up Paddle boarding, Mountain Biking, Road Cycling, Hiking, Backpacking, Camping, Natural History, Outdoor Photography and Navigation Outings for both Map & Compass and GPS. + Successfully lead REI Outdoor School programs + Teach in-store educational classes and in-the-field programs for REI customers to include delivery of class content, customer service during the outing, and the safety of all the participants + Maintain equipment and coordinate outing logistics + Coach large groups of people and lead instructional events and give effective individual feedback + Thorough knowledge in the course content, demonstrating the designated activity or sport with safety and skill + Partner with store management teams, market coordinator teams, local business partners as well as local outdoor organizations Show less



Camp Timberline

• United States
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Retreat Staff and Outdoor Educator

  • Aug 2014 - Nov 2014

  Estes Park, CO + Worked and communicated effectively as part of a team in a high-stress, fluid environment + Represented Camp Timberline in a professional and friendly manner in areas of customer service including answering phones, responding to email, and handling guests’ requests + Worked with retreat leaders to tailor schedules and activities toward achieving their goals for their students + Represented Camp Timberline in a professional and friendly manner in areas of customer service including… Show more + Worked and communicated effectively as part of a team in a high-stress, fluid environment + Represented Camp Timberline in a professional and friendly manner in areas of customer service including answering phones, responding to email, and handling guests’ requests + Worked with retreat leaders to tailor schedules and activities toward achieving their goals for their students + Represented Camp Timberline in a professional and friendly manner in areas of customer service including answering phones, responding to email, and handling guests’ requests + Worked with retreat leaders to tailor schedules and activities toward achieving their goals for their students + Taught Outdoor Education classes including Basic Wilderness First Aid, Map and Compass Skills, and Wilderness Survival Skills

• Backpacking Guide

  • May 2014 - Aug 2014

  Estes Park, CO + Led youth ages 12-17 on week-long backpacking trips in alpine environments + Adapted itineraries based on participant needs and weather while ensuring a safe and challenging experience + Maintained trip equipment + Brought the program to new heights regarding safety and professionalism + Worked with co-guides to overcome challenging situations while maintaining a good attitude and a commitment to the program’s Mission and Vision



Water Mission

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Project Engineer

  • Jan 2011 - May 2013

  Charleston, South Carolina; East Africa + Assisted Senior Engineers with design of safe water projects in developing countries + Visited existing water project sites and performed new project assessments in remote villages in East Africa over a 6 month period + Worked closely alongside indigenous staff to develop project plans and budgets + Helped develop project design standards and assisted in implementing them in a cross-cultural setting + Gained experience working with advanced solar-powered pumping systems



Parker Hannifin

• United States
• Industrial Machinery Manufacturing
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mechanical Engineering Co-op student

  • Jan 2009 - May 2009

  Duncan, SC - Worked in a lab to evaluate rubber compounds, streamlining productivity - Gained experience observing customer-engineer interaction - Created 3D models of parts that went directly to customer - Assisted engineers in design of parts



Duke Energy Corporation

• United States
• Utilities
• 700 & Above Employee

• Project Engineering Intern

  • May 2008 - Aug 2008

  Seneca, SC - Worked with Secondary Systems team to model flows - Performed steam-loss survey using infrared heat gun - Assisted engineers on auxiliary fire protection - Learned a lot about pumps, turbines, and steam concepts