Education
- M.A. in international relations from the Maxwell School of Syracuse University specializing in intercultural communication and negotiation
- B.S. in political science with a specialization in international relations and certification as a professional mediator from Boise State University
- Ongoing training in: Advanced Photoshop techniques, InDesign for Long Documents, Social Networking and Web 2.0.
Professional Experience
VP, User Experience, Jan. 2011-Present
Brazen Careerist, Inc., Washington, DC and Madison, WI. Brazen Careerist helps people meet other professionals for career advancement. Brazen Careerist offers real-time tools and online events for people to create and expand their professional network on their own time, and from where they’re most comfortable. Thousands of people use Brazen Careerist to build their network every day. Whether looking for a new job, new leads, freelance work, or a new business partner, Brazen Careerist introduces people to the professionals who can help advance their career. BrazenCareerist.com is privately held and has offices in Madison, WI and Washington, DC.
Director of Social Media, Nov. 2010-Present
Young Professionals in Foreign Policy, Washington, D.C. A dynamic community of future foreign policy leaders founded in 2004, YPFP is a global nonprofit organization with a diverse membership that spans national boundaries, political ideologies, and employment sectors. Managed by a volunteer staff of approximately 150 young professionals who plan and execute events, manage finances, and build relationships with partner organizations, YPFP provides valuable skills, exposure and networking opportunities to more than 5,000 members. As Director of New Media, I tell YPFP’s story using online and mobile communications outlets, focused on building a virtual community of future foreign policy leaders; provide leadership, strategic planning, and devise policies for effective Web-based marketing communications; identify and evaluate emerging technologies to enhance the institution’s new media communications; serve as the primary liaison between Technology and Communications teams, working collaboratively with Tech to ensure that technology resources and priorities effectively support new media communications; represent YPFP to external organizations at appropriate workshops and events; hire, supervise, and evaluate Associate Directors, New Media, under the direction of Communications Vice President and Managing Director.
Freelance Web and Graphic Designer, 2001-Present
I design websites, print publications and other artsy things. I build websites using Joomla, WordPress and/or X/HTML+CSS, depending on the project. I’ve designed numerous reports, policy briefs, flyers, bookmarks, business cards, stationary, CD labels, press kits, and posters as well.
Research Fellow, Oct. 2009-March 2010 | Media Coordinator, April 2010-Present
Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism, Syracuse, NY. The Institute for National Security and Counterterrorism (INSCT) at Syracuse University was established at the College of Law in 2003 through the vision of Professor William C. Banks, with the support of Dean Hannah R. Arterian. Beginning in the 2004-2005 academic year, the Maxwell School of Citizenship & Public Affairs, with the support of Dean Mitchel B. Wallerstein, joined the College of Law in sponsoring the Institute. The Maxwell School and the College of Law support a systematic, interdisciplinary approach to important questions of law and policy related to national and international security and counterterrorism.
Director of Business Relations, Oct. 2007-Sept. 2009
Center for a New American Security, Washington, D.C. The Center for a New American Security (CNAS) develops strong, pragmatic and principled national security and defense policies that promote and protect American interests and values. Building on the deep expertise and broad experience of its staff and advisors, CNAS engages policymakers, experts and the public with innovative fact-based research, ideas and analysis to shape and elevate the national security debate. As an independent and nonpartisan research institution, CNAS leads efforts to help inform and prepare the national security leaders of today and tomorrow. CNAS was founded in 2007 by Dr. Kurt Campbell and Michèle Flournoy.
Director of Communications, Nov. 2005-Oct. 2007
World Security Institute, Washington, D.C. The World Security Institute (WSI) is a non-profit organization committed to independent research and journalism on global affairs. Given the extraordinary growth of global interdependence, WSI provides an innovative approach to communication, education, and cooperation on the social, economic, environmental, political and military components of international security. Through a variety of publications and services, WSI provides news and research-based analysis to policy-makers around the globe – from decision-makers in Washington, D.C., and Moscow to scholars in the Farsi- and Arabic-speaking world to scientists in China. WSI serves as an authoritative and impartial monitor of security issues, while continuing to meet the increasing worldwide demand for information and independent ideas.
Specialties
- boutique webdesign
- graphic design for print and web
- logo design and brand creation
- identity packages (logo, business cards, stationary, etc.)
- social networking & online advertising
- production schedule advice & assistance
- publication design and marketing
Skills
Software
- InDesign
- PhotoShop
- Illustrator
- Dreamweaver
- Illustrator
- Fireworks, ImageReady
- Flash (Improving)
- Advanced Photoshop training on visual representation of data with renowned artist Ed Tufte
- Certified expert training with InDesign for long-documents
- Basic video editing
Languages
- HTML 4.01 Strict / XHTML 1.0 Strict
- CSS
- XML/RSS
- Facebook Mark-up Lannguage (FBML)
- Javascript (improving)
CMS Platforms
- WordPress
- Joomla!
- Drupal
Marketing and Fundraising
- Google Analytics, AdWords, AdSense, Checkout
- MailChimp, Convio, Email Labs, iContact, Bronto, and MyEmma
- DonorPerfect, Raiser’s Edge
- Amazon.com Sellers account and Kindle Sales Management
- Vocus
Editing
AP Style and Chicago Manual
International Travel
I have lived, worked and/or travelled in: Martinique, French West Indies; Paris, Nice and Grenoble, France; Florence and Rome, Italy; Zagreb, Split and Hvar, Croatia; London, England; New Delhi, Jaipur and Agra, India.
