Co-Founder at BENT TREE WRITING (2025-01 – Present)
- Formulate estimates for physical security installations pursuant to RFPs. Evaluate specs and plans.
- Gather B2B leads for sales pipeline using information available within Dodge Blue Book or other platforms.
- Represent the physical security installer at local events and trade shows as requested.
- Continued work with Sapphire Risk Advisory Group.
Lead Technical Writer, Chief of Staff at SAPPHIRE RISK ADVISORY GROUP (2017-01 – Present)
- Developed and implemented a standardized pricing strategy and model resulting in over $4,000,000 in consulting revenue since 2017.
- Led the generation of 600+ highly technical, client-specific security plans that ranked, on average, in the top 5% of scores for competitive applications.
- Reviewing industry news and trends to ensure all legislative updates and industry best practices are integrated into the security plan creation process.
- Expanded writing service offerings to include full RFP and RFA services, requiring business plans, pro formas, operational plans, etc., resulting in continued revenue as market shifted.
- Collaborate with clients to gather technical and compliance requirements, define project scopes, create project plans, and develop conceptual layouts.
- Serve as the point-of-contact for all client contracts responsible for providing subject matter expertise on protocols, requirements, and designs.
- Directed human capital management for up to a 20-person cross-functional team of writers, designers, and other freelance roles.
- Implemented Madcap Flare for single sourcing content efficiently via XML. Proficient in Microsoft Office.
- Created security designs and graphics in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator), AutoCAD, or Bluebeam.
- Structured the launch of a Learning Management System focused on educating retail employees on security.
- Acted as chief subject matter expert in high-stakes environments, including municipal meetings, conference panels, and informational webinars.
Research Engineer, Lab Instructor at UIUC – ROGERS RESEARCH GROUP (2012-01 – 2014-12)
- Conducted research on the ability to adhere silicon-based electronics to a flexible and sticky silicone substrate in comparison to their traditional application in rigid green epoxy.
- Author on two publications, one in Nature Communications, one in Advanced Healthcare Materials.
- Served as Co-Safety Chair for Rogers Research Group & oversaw the infrared camera equipment.
- Managed laboratory portion of polymer characterization course, including mold, extruder, oscilloscope, etc.
- Prepared weekly pre-experiment lectures on methods and corresponding science for 40+ students.
