
Entrepreneur and community-focused professional with experience in financial services, housing education, and strategic partnership development. As Founder & Partnerships Director of GridGo Media, I build relationships with local organizations and businesses to expand advertising opportunities and community engagement. Known for connecting people, resources, and ideas to create initiatives that strengthen local economies and support long-term community growth.
• Founded and operate a regional digital advertising and mobile charging network serving businesses, gyms, hotels, and entertainment venues.
• Develop strategic partnerships with local organizations and high-traffic venues to expand advertising reach.
• Lead business development, sponsorship outreach, and advertising partnerships across the Kalamazoo region.
• Coordinate with local businesses to create targeted digital advertising opportunities that increase brand visibility and community engagement.
• Provide homeownership counseling and financial readiness guidance to prospective homebuyers.
• Facilitate homebuyer education workshops focused on credit, budgeting, and mortgage preparation.
• Build partnerships with lenders, nonprofits, and community organizations to expand access to housing resources.
• Initiated conversations with philanthropic organizations, including the Kalamazoo Community Foundation, to explore funding partnerships for housing initiatives.
• Developed innovative concepts for a redesigned post-purchase homeowner support program.
• Founded and operate a vehicle-sharing business focused on reliable transportation and exceptional customer experience.
• Managed fleet operations, pricing strategy, marketing, and customer service to maintain strong performance and high ratings.
• Built a reputation for reliability and professionalism while serving hundreds of renters in the Kalamazoo market.
• Implemented systems for scheduling, vehicle maintenance, and operational efficiency.
• Maintained consistent five-star customer satisfaction through responsive communication and service.
• Guided members through consumer lending decisions, including personal, auto, and home-related financing.
• Evaluated credit profiles, financial documents, and risk factors to structure responsible lending solutions.
• Built trusted relationships with clients while helping them improve credit and long-term financial stability.
• Consistently met performance goals while delivering strong customer service and financial guidance.
• Collaborated with internal teams to streamline loan processing and improve member experience.
Strategic Partnerships & Relationship Building
Community Engagement & Stakeholder Collaboration
Business Development & Sponsorship Outreach
Program Development & Community Initiatives
Financial Education & Housing Counseling
Client Relationship Management
Public Speaking & Workshop Facilitation
Project Coordination & Operational Management
Sales, Marketing & Brand Visibility
Problem Solving & Strategic Thinking
NCHEC Certified Pre-Purchase Homeownership Education
NeighborWorks America — 2024
NCHEC Certified Post-Purchase Homeownership Education
NeighborWorks America — 2025