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FreelanceCommunity Strategy Lead
Sep. 2024Iowa City, Iowa, United States*Lead partner engagement for a multi-million dollar real estate development project, aligning goals across municipal, commercial, and neighborhood stakeholders. *Shape tenant mix and activation strategy, ensuring alignment with long-term community and market viability. *Help drive joint programmatic outcomes through collaboration with civic partners.
Stories ProjectDirector, Political and Community Relations
Dec. 2023Iowa City, Iowa, United States*Lead advocacy and stakeholder strategy for a statewide initiative, managing relationships with political leaders, nonprofit partners, and civic institutions. *Implement strategic communications and joint messaging campaigns to expand reach and cross-sector alignment.
Community Development StrategiesFounding Partner
Nov. 2023Iowa, United States• Spearheaded public-private real estate proposals, coordinating with city leadership, developers, and nonprofits to align community priorities with commercial objectives. • Managed stakeholder relationships and strategic positioning for large-scale community development projects.
Dream CityProject Manager
Oct. 2023Iowa City, Iowa, United States• Spearheaded the acquisition and renovation of a commercial building to establish an entrepreneurial hub, securing a $2.9 million Inclusive Economic Development grant from the City of Iowa City. • Developed and implemented strategic outreach programs to engage underserved entrepreneurs, fostering a vibrant community of small business owners.
Basic GoodsFounder
Mar. 2018 - Apr. 2023United States• Founded and scaled a community-driven retail concept focused on wellness and place-based brand partnerships. • Led strategic outreach and partnership development, resulting in increased community engagement and revenue growth.
FlyoverCo-Founder
Jun. 2017 - Mar. 2020IowaFlyover is a platform dedicated to making fashion more inclusive and accessible through immersive events and content throughout the Midwest.
RADinc.Owner/Director
Mar. 2017 - Dec. 2019Iowa City, Iowa Area
United Way of Johnson & Washington CountiesCommunity Strategies Coordinator
Jan. 2017 - Mar. 2017
Iowa Fashion ProjectCo Founder
Jan. 2016 - Mar. 2020IowaIowa Fashion Project is a social-good startup aiming to elevate, connect and grow Iowa's fashion community. We do this through unique events, education, and fashion forward creative and marketing services.
Flyover Fashion FestCo-creator & Producer
Jan. 2016 - Nov. 2019Iowa City, Iowa AreaFlyover Fashion Fest is a two-day fashion, music and arts festival in Downtown Iowa City that takes place every spring. The festival showcases Iowa's top fashion and design talent as well as fashion innovators from across the country.
Little Village MagazineSales Manager
Jan. 2016 - Jan. 2017Iowa City, Iowa AreaLittle Village Mag is a news, culture and events publication servicing the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids areas. Each month we reach more than 250,000 readers through print, digital and mobile platforms.
Vote MOB NetworkStatewide Organizer
Oct. 2012 - Nov. 2012IowaIt was my job to recruit and train college organizers at 5 colleges throughout the state to mobilize youth vote.
Obama-Biden Transition TeamStaff Assistant
Oct. 2008 - Jan. 2009Washington D.C. Metro AreaWorked in the Office of Public Liaison and Intergovernmental Affairs where I assisted with outreach to African American and Youth organizations and constituency leaders. Co-authored a memo submitted to the Obama-Biden administration on ways the incoming administration could increase civic engagement among youth.
Obama for AmericaDeputy Director African American Vote
Jun. 2008 - Nov. 2008Greater Chicago AreaAs Deputy Director for the African American Vote it was my responsibility to coordinate outreach to African American leaders, create and help implement at the state level a voter registration plan and mobilize African American voters on Election Day. Coordinated and managed campaign presence at National African American conferences including the National Urban League Conference, the Annual NAACP Conference and the Congressional Black Caucus Annual Legislative Conference.
Obama for AmericaField Organizer/Staff Assistant
Mar. 2007 - Jun. 2008Iowa; Ohio, Pennsylvania; Indiana; South Carolina; Minnesota; New JerseyWas one of the first field organizers hired in Iowa for the Iowa Caucus. Organized
Johnson County, an area with a high density of Democrats and where the University of Iowa is located, Iowa’s largest university. Traveled to South Carolina, Minnesota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Indiana, Kentucky and New Jersey during the primary. My focus was primarily on organizing and mobilizing minority communities
Iowa Democratic PartyField Organizer
Aug. 2006 - Nov. 2006Iowa City, Iowa AreaIt was my primary task to recruit volunteers and identify supporters for Democratic candidates on the ballot. Efforts led to 70% Democratic vote share in Johnson County, Iowa.
Senator Bayh Full ImmersionParticipant
Jan. 2006 - Dec. 2006
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