Internal communications drafting, record tracking and data communications, resulting in improved automation of office operations
Independently prepare reports, presentations, procedures, and documents directly submitted to Florida agencies
Navigated contract negotiations and clinical set-up requirements for six locations throughout Florida
Owner & Artist
Foxfire & Co
10.2022 - Current
Appalachian woman-owned business specializing in small batch, unique art, jewelry, and accessory creation
Business management, social media campaigns, marketing, product/art development, graphic design, product photography and copywriting
Products featured online via Etsy and in person at The Gifted Shoppe (Athens, WV) and The Twisted Violet Homestead (Hillsboro, OH)
Administrative Director
Top Shot Drilling, LLC
10.2022 - Current
Determined staffing requirements, interviewing, hiring and onboarding of new employees
Served as point of contact for contractors, telecommunications companies and homeowners
Manage company-wide accounts, invoicing, and payroll
Freelance Project Manager
JLC Services
10.2022 - 08.2024
Drafted multiple grant applications submitted to the State of Ohio for a program focused on mental health, substance abuse disorder and wellness within the veteran, law enforcement and first responder communities
Successfully obtained over $32 million in funding from the State of Ohio
Directly responsible for communications with state agencies, state legislators, mental health board members, and lobbyists
Director, Government Relations & Community Outreach
Shumaker Advisors Ohio
12.2021 - 10.2022
Fostered relationships with representatives of the community, stakeholder groups and key decisionmakers throughout all levels of government
Drafted client press releases, newsletters, and briefs
Guided clients through the legislative process
Clients spanned various industries including trade organizations, tech companies and grass-roots coalitions
Senior Legislative Aide
Ohio Senate
12.2020 - 12.2021
Clerk to the Chairman of the Ohio Senate Veterans and Public Safety Committee - responsible for accurately recording minutes, testimony, and committee scheduling via committee management software
Fostered relationships with legislative offices, state agencies, lobbyists and constituents
Responsible for State and Capital Budget inquiries, submissions and coordination with the Senate President
Independently resolved constituent correspondence, information requests, casework for 8 counties
Public Information Officer
Ohio Department of Public Safety
12.2019 - 12.2020
Drafted press releases and other media communications for Ohio Homeland Security and the Ohio School Safety Center
Ensured accuracy of content published through multiple platforms including websites, blogs, and social media
Provided support in creating content for annual reports and other publications
Collaborated directly with multiple department heads and agency directors
Senior Legislative Aide
Ohio Senate
01.2019 - 12.2019
Clerk to the Chairman of the Ohio Senate Agriculture and Natural Resources Committee - responsible for recording minutes, testimony, and scheduling of hearings
Collaborated with other legislative offices, agencies and the Legislative Service Commission to draft legislation
Oversaw staffing and office operations
Attended committees, briefings, events and committees on behalf of Ohio's 30th Senate District
Legislative Aide
Ohio Senate
11.2017 - 01.2019
Maintained office correspondence, schedule and logistics throughout 8 counties and the Columbus area
Organized constituent mailings regarding important legislative topics or upcoming votes
Collaborated with Senate Communications staff drafting press releases, social media posts and district-wide mailing items
Assessed public opinion towards pending legislation in order to provide up-to-date feedback to lawmakers
Figure Skating & Hockey Coach
United States Figure Skating
07.2011 - 06.2018
Fostered a safe and enthusiastic environment for students of all ages
Created lesson plans to engage and challenge students of all abilities in both individual and group class settings
Freelance Support Staff
360SafeSolutions
05.2013 - 11.2017
Assisted with app prototyping, beta testing, and staff member usage instructions
Data collection and report generation
Specialized in school safety & active shooter incident response simulations with multiple agency participation
Education
Bachelor of Arts - Criminal Justice
Wheeling Jesuit University
Wheeling
05-2017
Skills
Social media marketing
Partnership development
Legislative analysis
Canva
Quickbooks
Staff management
Small business operations
Project management
Logistics management
Event planning
Community outreach and engagement
Certification
HIPAA Compliance | EdApp | October 2024
Psychological First Aid | Johns Hopkins University - Coursera | July 2020
Accomplishments
PDC Civil Servant of the Year | AMVETS Department of Ohio | February 2022
3 National Gold Medal Level Credentials | United States Figure Skating | 2011 - 2013
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Administrative Liaison
JLC Services, Inc
08.2024 - Current
Owner & Artist
Foxfire & Co
10.2022 - Current
Administrative Director
Top Shot Drilling, LLC
10.2022 - Current
Freelance Project Manager
JLC Services
10.2022 - 08.2024
Director, Government Relations & Community Outreach