Welcome to Brazen Careerist!

About Me

I am a young professional with diverse talents and experiences. I am always interested in networking and new opportunities.

As Assistant Director at Jacob's Cure, I have developed numerous solutions to enable the organization to operate more effectively. I created and implemented new procedures and systems for donor tracking, operational expenses and vendor relations. I applied for and received technology grants from Google and The Salesforce Foundation on behalf of the organization. I was also responsible for managing the details of our rebranding and new website in early 2010. I am well versed in utilizing social media to increase awareness and fundraising, and I implemented a comprehensive social media strategy for Jacob's Cure. Through this new social media strategy as well as an SEO campaign, we have developed relationships with more families around the world and have created additional support mechanisms.

For our "Dream Big" gala in May, 2010, which raised over $1.5 million and brought together over 800 guests, I was involved with all aspects of marketing, public relations, operations coordination, donor contributions and vendor relations as well as problem-solving all challenges and issues before, during and after the event.

Prior to working at Jacob's Cure, I worked in theatre as a stage manager and lighting designer throughout the tri-state area. Both positions required exceptional organizational ability and attention to detail as well as strong people skills and the ability to collaborate with others.

I am also an Executive District Manager, Independent Consultant with Arbonne International. I love the ability to improve my financial situation while also helping others work towards their goals. In this role, I get to be a leader, mentor and motivator for a team of phenomenally talented individuals. I am always looking to sponsor more people into my business, so if you are looking for more financial or time freedom, send me a message!

Work History

• Jacob's Cure
• Assistant Director
• November 2009 to Present

• Responsible for creating and managing all social media marketing efforts including Twitter, Facebook, YouTube, LinkedIn and Google AdWords and all mass email marketing outreach.
  System Administrator for salesforce.com account.
  Bookkeeping in Quickbooks.
  Tracking all pledges, donations and attendance for fundraising events.
  General administrative and organizational tasks.
  Attending conferences related to rare diseases, networking with other related groups.
  Locating and researching new sources of funding.

• Arbonne International
• Executive District Manager
• November 2010 to Present

• I share amazing, botanically-based, vegan, gluten-free skin care, cosmetics, and wellness products and I show others how to redirect their spending to products that are pure, safe and beneficial for their families. I also am growing an incredible team, and I help my team members work towards achieving financial and time freedom.

• John W. Engeman Theatre
• Stage Manager
• August 2009 to November 2009

• • Oversaw production process from start to finish, including running production meetings, communicating new information from rehearsals to the team through daily reporting, and overseeing a cast of 17 actors and 11 crew members duing performances.
  • Created notes and paperwork for the archiving of the show. Filed paperwork with the union for all special occurences and events. Assisted the director throughout the rehearsal process.
  • Managed schedules for cast, crew and designers for all production-related activities.

• AboutFace Corporation
• Quality Control Senior Editor
• October 2008 to March 2010

• • Editing reports for style, content, and grammar before they are sent to the clients.
  • Coaching apprentices, reviewing other editors’ work and providing feedback for improvement.
  • For three months, served as one of three Team Leaders to manage daily traffic for the team and ensure monthly goals were met.

• Long Wharf Theatre
• Assistant Company Manager
• March 2009 to June 2009

• • Coordinated all local arrangements for guest artists at the largest regional theatre in CT.
  • Acted as point person and liaison for a diverse group of actors, designers and other technical professionals.

• Flamenco Vivo Carlota Santana
• Tour Manager
• October 2008 to November 2009

• • Liaised with venues to make sure technical requirements were met for two national tours.
  • Coordinated all schedules while on tour, including travel and transportation, for a 12-person company.

• Stamford Theatre Works
• Production Stage Manager
• January 2007 to October 2008

• • Oversaw all organizational and technical elements for five productions each season; acted as organizational point person.
  • Managed one assistant and 2-5 temporary personnel during each show.
  • Facilitated and improved communication among 14-person production staff, resulting in higher morale and productivity.

Education

• Stony Brook University
• BA, English
• 2001 - 2005

• Summa Cum Laude
  3.98 GPA, 4.0 GPA in major
  Phi Beta Kappa