Detail-oriented, client-focused Director of Business Development/ Special Projects Manager with 12+ years of experience working within education and/or non-profits to reach organization and recruitment goals. Skilled at developing strategic plans to meet goals and fostering relationships with customers to grow loyalty. Has helped lead a dynamic team responsible for developing and implementing K-12 academic initiatives that have consistently exceeded enrollment targets. Through the use of data-driven analysis, innovative marketing strategies, and strategic partnerships with GVSU, USDE, NSSA, NPSS, and local/nationwide K-12 schools/districts, I have been instrumental in identifying and targeting key components of effective academic intervention guidelines, programmatic operations, and client relations associated with vetting, running, and advocating for statewide academic intervention initiatives.