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15+ years across live events, AI-driven platform operations, civic engagement, and strategic partnerships. IBM-certified digital strategist with a consistent record of deploying automation and AI to eliminate bottlenecks, scale operations, and deliver measurable outcomes across for-profit, nonprofit, and public affairs environments. Leads from the floor. Builds teams that hold themselves accountable. Delivers results in lean, high-performance organizations where excellence is non-negotiable.

Vice President, Marketing & Operations at Fox AI (2024-02 – Present)

• Improved operational reporting accuracy 40% through SOP-driven workflows, system administration overhauls, and AI-powered process automation — building executive-level KPI reporting structures and performance dashboards for company leadership.
• Increased cross-functional efficiency 30% by deploying automation platforms — ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Zapier, Notion AI — to eliminate manual bottlenecks across reporting, vendor communication, and operational workflows.
• Developed and executed brand and marketing strategies spanning campaigns, digital marketing, PR, and events to drive market share and customer acquisition.
• Negotiated vendor contracts, oversaw RFP evaluations, and monitored SLA performance across outsourced and partner teams — managing the full vendor lifecycle from selection through performance accountability.
• Administered Salesforce, HubSpot, Jira, and Asana as primary system administrator; coordinated IT reliability and platform integration across all systems.
• Delivered executive-level budget tracking, expenditure oversight, and operational performance reporting directly to the CEO.

Co-Founder & Executive Lead at American Public Affairs Committee (APAC) (2025-11 – Present)

• Built APAC's full organizational framework, advocacy strategy, coalition infrastructure, and civic education programs from the ground up — establishing statewide presence with measurable growth in supporter network, volunteer base, and digital reach within the first quarter of launch.
• Forged multi-voice coalitions with local leaders, veterans groups, and community organizations around voting rights, public safety, economic opportunity, and national defense.
• Directed all donor relations and fundraising operations — scaling program capacity and digital outreach from zero while maintaining full financial transparency and organizational accountability.

Assistant General Manager at Copper Blues & Standup Live (2024-10 – 2025-09)

• Executed opening and closing operations across both venues simultaneously — managing scheduling, compliance, and service standards on concurrent shifts without overlap in performance quality.
• Oversaw front-of-house and back-of-house operations on both sides, maintaining quality control and staff accountability through high-volume event cycles.

Operations Manager at Talking Stick Resort Amphitheater (Legends) (2022-08 – 2023-06)

• Reduced operational waste 22% via inventory optimization, receiving process improvements, and scheduling systems across concurrent high-volume live event cycles — directly improving margins through data-driven process redesign.
• Directed multi-department food and beverage operations including scheduling, payroll, vendor performance, inventory control, and regulatory compliance for high-profile entertainment events.
• Prepared operational and financial performance reports for executive leadership; tracked KPIs to support data-driven resource allocation across all events.
• Trained supervisory staff on SOP adherence, compliance protocols, and operational accountability standards.

Club Level Operations Manager / Bar Manager at Craft Culinary Concepts (2010-10 – 2022-06)

• Sustained 95%+ customer satisfaction scores across 11+ years of high-volume club-level venue and large-scale public event operations — building teams, systems, and accountability structures that held standard consistently.
• Negotiated supplier and vendor contracts that improved profit margins and reduced operational costs through long-term supply chain stability — managing the full vendor lifecycle from RFP through renewal.
• Developed and enforced operational SOPs, receiving procedures, compliance documentation, and staff training programs across all venue programs.
• Coordinated with regulatory agencies, health inspectors, and facility management to maintain full city, county, and state compliance throughout all operations.
• Built and developed supervisory and management teams from entry-level through leadership roles through intentional coaching, performance management, and accountability systems.

Marketing Director at Fox AI (2019-03 – 2024-02)

• Built marketing operations infrastructure for a remote startup — establishing vendor workflows, reporting systems, and digital campaign execution that supported the company's early growth trajectory.
• Executed digital campaigns, content strategy, and brand positioning for executive cybersecurity training and leadership development programs.
• Grew social media audience engagement and strengthened brand credibility in the AI and cybersecurity space through reputation management and targeted communications.

VP of Marketing & Board Member at Protect the Blue Collar 40 (Super PAC) (2015-02 – 2019-05)

• Directed marketing strategy, membership outreach, and public-facing advocacy campaigns for a federally registered Super PAC — building stakeholder engagement and brand credibility across target communities.
• Executed experiential marketing programs and grassroots initiatives to expand brand awareness and stakeholder engagement across target communities.

Bachelor of Science in Electronic Business – Ashworth College

Associate of Science in Marketing – Ashworth College