Experience

St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Vice President of Economic Development

  • Nov 2021 - Present

  St Augustine, Florida, United States The St. Johns County Chamber of Commerce is a fierce advocate for members’ success.



Florida State University

• United States
• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Program Director for Employer Relations, The Career Center

  • Jul 2018 - Jan 2021

  Tallahassee, Florida Area The Florida State University Career Center strives to be the preeminent career center model for designing and delivering comprehensive, innovative, and inclusive career and employment services.



Greater Starkville Development Partnership

• United States
• Public Policy Offices
• 1 - 100 Employee

• President & CEO

  • Jul 2017 - Jun 2018

  Starkville, MS The mission of the Greater Starkville Development Partnership (GSDP) is to promote a healthy and sustainable Starkville and Oktibbeha County by enhancing the quality of life for all citizens through business growth and job creation, tourism and retirement opportunities, and progressive educational and community initiatives. As the leader in economic development, tourism, and community development in Starkville and Oktibbeha County, the GSDP recognizes the importance of a community that… Show more The mission of the Greater Starkville Development Partnership (GSDP) is to promote a healthy and sustainable Starkville and Oktibbeha County by enhancing the quality of life for all citizens through business growth and job creation, tourism and retirement opportunities, and progressive educational and community initiatives. As the leader in economic development, tourism, and community development in Starkville and Oktibbeha County, the GSDP recognizes the importance of a community that reflects the rich diversity of the people of the Great State of Mississippi and our nation. We believe in the inclusive treatment of all people. We are our best when everyone is equally engaged and valued. The GSDP is comprised of the Starkville Area Chamber of Commerce, Oktibbeha County Economic Development Authority, Starkville Convention and Visitors Bureau, and the Starkville Main Street Association. Show less



City of Starkville

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Alderman

  • Jul 2013 - Jun 2017

  Starkville, MS Represented Ward 5 for the City of Starkville and served as budget chairman.



Mississippi State University

• Higher Education
• 700 & Above Employee

• Director Emeritus

  • Mar 2008 - Jun 2017

  Mississippi State, MS The Career Center empowers individuals to develop skills that will enhance professional preparation oriented toward careers and lifelong career satisfaction. The Mississippi State University Career Center is a centralized comprehensive office serving 21,400 students and over 3,800 registered alumni. This includes a large cooperative education program, professional practice internship program and over 13,400 registered employer contacts.

• Associate Director

  • Jan 2003 - Mar 2008

  Mississippi State, MS Designed, developed and delivered services, programs and coordinated events such as major specific employer panel discussions, employer field trips, and job search strategy seminars to meet the career development needs of students and alumni Developed, nurtured, and enhanced partnerships with organizations and individuals that provided opportunities for students and alumni Provided training and development resources to staff Maintained webpage, recruiting software, and… Show more Designed, developed and delivered services, programs and coordinated events such as major specific employer panel discussions, employer field trips, and job search strategy seminars to meet the career development needs of students and alumni Developed, nurtured, and enhanced partnerships with organizations and individuals that provided opportunities for students and alumni Provided training and development resources to staff Maintained webpage, recruiting software, and other databases for Career Center Started Career Center Partner program as an advisory and fundraising initiative to provide a dependable revenue stream for events and activities conducted by the Career Center

• Director, Professional Golf Management Program, College of Business

  • Jun 1997 - Jan 2003

  Mississippi State, MS The Professional Golf Management Program (PGM) is sanctioned by the PGA of America to prepare students for management positions in the golf industry. Students in this four and one-half year program receive a Bachelor of Business Administration degree in Marketing, 16 months of co-op work experience, and significant progress toward completion of the PGA certification.

• Assistant Director, Cooperative Education Program

  • Dec 1988 - Jun 1997

  Mississippi State, MS Secured a $110,000 Title IV grant to develop a mandatory cooperative education program for the Golf and Sports Turf Management program Advised and assisted all Professional Golf Management and Golf and Sports Turf Management students in securing quality co-op and graduate work experience. This included resume development, application process, and interviewing skills. Assisted students in College of Business, Engineering, Education, and Arts and Sciences as they secured… Show more Secured a $110,000 Title IV grant to develop a mandatory cooperative education program for the Golf and Sports Turf Management program Advised and assisted all Professional Golf Management and Golf and Sports Turf Management students in securing quality co-op and graduate work experience. This included resume development, application process, and interviewing skills. Assisted students in College of Business, Engineering, Education, and Arts and Sciences as they secured cooperative education positions Recruited and evaluated employers nationally and internationally