Cady Balde
Washington,DC
Summary
Dynamic professional with 6 years of experience leading strategic projects, forging impactful partnerships, and turning data into results. Ready to drive on-premise sales and marketing with sharp execution, creative energy, and autonomy—delivering standout activations and lasting alliances that keep Red Bull leading the scene.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Management & Program Analyst
U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division
Washington, D.C.
04.2024 - Current
- Lead cross-functional operational strategies to enhance internal processes and boost productivity across a 15-person team.
- Spearhead strategic initiatives, analyze 10+ key performance metrics monthly, and identify opportunities for operational growth.
- Manage vendor and stakeholder relationships, overseeing procurement, and resource allocation across key projects.
- Deliver concise, high-stakes communications, producing 200 legal documents per year with precision and speed.
Senior Litigation Paralegal
U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division
Washington, D.C.
10.2019 - 04.2024
- Oversaw daily operations and priorities for seven attorneys, ensuring a seamless workflow in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment.
- Onboarded and mentored 12+ junior staff, fostering a culture of collaboration and excellence.
- Built long-term relationships with cross-agency stakeholders, delivering tailored solutions across federal departments.
- Planned and executed 7+ national press conferences for the Department of Justice, coordinating logistics and messaging with senior leadership, and major media outlets.
Data & Communications Specialist
Center For Advancing Correctional Excellence
Fairfax, VA
03.2018 - 10.2019
- Increased online engagement by 15% through brand-aligned digital content strategies.
- Designed and managed a document system indexing over 5,000 records to improve internal access and team productivity.
- Led compliance trainings and workshops, reinforcing risk mitigation practices across partner teams.
VIP Hostess
Ultrabar
Washington, DC
01.2017 - 10.2019
- Built strong guest relationships and handled 15+ VIP reservations weekly, contributing to a 25% increase in repeat bookings.
- Upsold premium liquor and bottle service, boosting nightly sales by up to 16%.
- Partnered with bartenders and event teams to execute 10+ monthly promotional activations aligned with venue goals.
Education
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Boston University
Boston, MABachelor of Science - Criminology, Law And Society
George Mason University
Fairfax, VASkills
- City entrepreneur
- Sales and guest engagement
- Event and activation execution
- Strategic project management
Timeline
Management & Program Analyst
U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division
04.2024 - Current
Senior Litigation Paralegal
U.S. Department of Justice, Criminal Division
10.2019 - 04.2024
Data & Communications Specialist
Center For Advancing Correctional Excellence
03.2018 - 10.2019
VIP Hostess
Ultrabar
01.2017 - 10.2019
Master of Science - Criminal Justice
Boston University
Bachelor of Science - Criminology, Law And Society
George Mason University
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