Nadine De Benoit
Tacoma,WA
Summary
Seasoned Project Manager and Master Gardener with a proven track record at Boxx Communications and Metro Parks Tacoma. Excelled in strategic planning, fiscal oversight, and fostering community engagement. Achieved significant outcomes in environmental justice, demonstrating exceptional governance and multilingual communication skills. Enhanced operational efficiency and inclusivity, mentoring youth and advancing sustainability practices.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Master Gardener: Operations Assistant
Metro Parks Tacoma
Tacoma, USA
03.2023 - Current
- Company Overview: Seymour Conservatory
- Collaborate with park leadership to implement programs addressing barriers to green space access and inclusivity, fostering community engagement and environmental stewardship
- Support policy-driven initiatives, including equity-focused public space management and community advocacy programs
- Partner with local organizations to develop educational workshops, enhancing community awareness of sustainability practices
- Facilitate operational improvements to drive efficiency, inclusivity, and accessibility in park operations
- Seymour Conservatory
Project Manager
Boxx Communications
Los Angeles, USA
01.2017 - 01.2020
- Company Overview: Los Angeles, CA
- Directed multi-stakeholder projects, securing funding and aligning program objectives with community and organizational goals
- Developed and implemented strategic plans addressing environmental justice and equity, achieving measurable outcomes across 165+ projects
- Cultivated partnerships with diverse organizations to promote inclusion and innovation in community initiatives
- Oversaw budgets, schedules, and resources, ensuring alignment with long-term strategic goals
- Mentored youth participants in equity-focused environmental education programs, fostering leadership and advocacy skills
- Los Angeles, CA
Education
Bachelor's Degree -
Boise State University
Boise, ID01.2012
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Boise, ID01.2009
Coursework - Chinese Studies
Chinese Culture University
TaiwanSkills
- Governance and policy development
- Strategic planning and fiscal oversight
- Community engagement and advocacy
- Board leadership and decision-making
- Program development and evaluation
- Environmental education and sustainability practices
- Multilingual communication
Community Service
- Tacoma Rescue Mission, High-Impact Volunteer, Providing guidance and resources for underserved populations.
- WSU Master Gardener Program, Leader, Led community workshops on sustainable gardening and conservation practices.
- NAACP Unit 1138, Collaborator, Collaborated on initiatives promoting equity and environmental justice in local communities.
Timeline
Master Gardener: Operations Assistant
Metro Parks Tacoma
03.2023 - Current
Project Manager
Boxx Communications
01.2017 - 01.2020
Bachelor's Degree -
Boise State University
High School Diploma -
Capital High School
Coursework - Chinese Studies
Chinese Culture University
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