I am a logistics specialist with 10 years of experience in the public sector, where I’ve honed my ability to communicate effectively with colleagues, clients, elected officials, and C-Suite executives. My expertise lies in managing multiple projects simultaneously, navigating varying deadlines, and complex deliverables with precision.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Manager Board Relations & Business Services
Austin Transit Partnership
Austin
05.2021 - Current
Assist the ATP Chief of Staff with daily office operations, and serve as the designated backup in their absence.
Manage and support procurement processes for the Board of Directors department.
Coordinate board meeting logistics, including agenda development, material preparation, and compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Develop and manage the Board of Directors' department budget; streamline workflows for ATP leadership and multi-department approvals.
Coordinate and support travel arrangements for the ATP Board of Directors.
Develop and organize applications for vacancies on the ATP Board of Directors and Committees.
Created a comprehensive Board Member Onboarding Guide, covering policies on travel, expenses, and project background.
Mobility Committee Liaison & Executive Secretary
City Manager's Office, City of Austin, Texas
Austin
07.2019 - 05.2021
Provided staff support to the City Council's Mobility Committee, including agenda development, meeting coordination, and ensuring compliance with the Texas Open Meetings Act.
Coordinated events and projects, collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
Provided administrative support to Assistant City Manager Gina Fiandaca and the Mobility Service Group, managing the executive calendar and travel arrangements.
Monitored city and departmental issues, and projects.
Acted as a liaison between department executives and the City Manager's Office on day-to-day matters.
Federal Grants Coordinator
Office of Congressman French Hill, AR-02
Little Rock
06.2015 - 07.2019
Drafted grant support letters, tracked progress, and distributed funding announcements.
Managed office communications for the Communications Director, including social media, and press interactions.
Prepared talking points and materials for Congressman Hill ahead of district events, coordinating with staff to gather data, analyze information, and provide recommendations.
Served as a liaison between Congressional offices and federal agencies, working closely with Central Arkansas legislators as the district contact for federal issues.
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Political Science
Harding University
Searcy, AR
01-2015
Skills
Budget management
Corporate governance
Meeting coordination
Procurement processes
Compliance regulations
Event planning
Communication strategy
Problem solving
Time management
Software
Oracle
Multiple Board Management Agenda and Video Programs
GovQA
Microsoft Suite
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Senior Manager Board Relations & Business Services