| Strategy development | Consultative Processes | Coalition coordination | Meeting design & facilitation
Climate change & Sustainable agriculture WSET Level 3 Wines Certified
I am a senior strategy, planning, and cross-team collaborator known to see the big picture, keep a process and priorities on track, diligently follow through, and leave no detail behind. I work effectively across teams to develop strategies and foster efficient collaboration and alignment. Process management, facilitation, and translating complex ideas for a range of audiences are among my strengths. I am an inclusivity-driven collaborator adept at designing efficient information, consultation, and decision processes. Colleagues see me as a systems thinker, a valued thought partner, and a highly organized professional looked to for institutional knowledge and documentation.
My expertise is in climate change and sustainable agriculture policy where I have demonstrated impact in shaping global climate policy and served on NGO delegations to the UNFCCC climate negotiations numerous times. In the context of the UN climate negotiations, I facilitated a consensus-building effort among traditionally divergent civil society organizations, representing over 1000 civil society groups.
I have a passion for the art and science of winemaking, especially in the face of climate change and sustainability challenges, and enjoy sharing that passion and my growing knowledge with others.
I am recognized for my commitment to healthy workplace culture, wellness, sustainability, and social justice. Mindfulness and meditation keep me grounded. My camera is my travel companion. I live to bring joy to others and leave compassion in my wake.
Respect | Compassion | Trust | Efficiency | Honesty | Mindfulness | Candor | Excellence These are the values that guide my work.
Professional experience
2021-Present Organizational and Coalition Management Consultant, Washington DC
2021-Present District Winery, Wine Specialist & Tasting/Tour Leader, Washington, DC
2008-2021 CARE, Washington DC
2016-2021 Director of Global Advocacy, Food and Nutrition Security
2014-2016 Senior Advisor, Policy and Research, Food and Nutrition Security
2010-2014 Senior Policy Advocate, US policy, climate change, hunger
2008-2010 Policy Advocate, US policy, climate change, hunger
2007 Foundation for Human Rights Initiative, Kampala, Uganda
2004-2006 Beacon Consulting Group, Washington, DC
2002-2004 Office of Congressman Sherrod Brown, D-OH, Washington, DC
2000-2002 World Affairs Council of Greater Cincinnati, Cincinnati, OH
Education, Professional Development, and Certifications
Master of Arts, International Relations, Johns Hopkins University School of Advanced International Studies, Washington, DC
Bachelor of Arts History and French, University Scholars, Xavier University, Cincinnati, OH
Certificate of French Language and Civilization, Upper-Level A, Cours de Civilisation Française de la Sorbonne, Paris, France
CARE Management Matters training (2017); CARE Catalyst Emerging Leaders Program
Mindfulness-based Stress Reduction (2020); Mindful Self-Compassion (2021)
WSET Level 2 Award in Wines and Spirits, Certification, Pass with distinction (April 2019)
WSET Level 3 Aware in Wines, Certification, Pass with distinction (Sept 2021)