 | Master of Arts in Strategic Communications + Digital Media Certificate Michigan State University December 2023 |
 | Bachelor of Arts in Finance Michigan State University December 2003 |
Professional Experience
Michigan State University, Office of Risk Management and Insurance, 2020-Current
Analyst
Responsible for reducing risks and minimizing the impact of losses on individuals and the university. Primary duties include reporting, creating presentations, visual aids and written communications, developing training material and utilizing the university’s learning management system, maintaining unit website and listserv, and using Microsoft Forms and Power Automate to streamline procedures.
Michigan State University, Sponsored Programs Administration, 2014-2020
Training and Educational Program Coordinator
Responsible for internal unit and university-wide communication and collaboration of certified research administration training series, in addition to design and creation of print and digital material, marketing, website management, and financial oversight.
Michigan State University, Office of Sponsored Programs, 2012-2014
Sponsored Programs Administrator
Assisted faculty and administrators with federal and non-federal grant proposal preparation and submission. Reviewed budgets, financial compliance requirements and legal language to ensure accuracy and adherence with University policies and sponsoring agency guidelines while maintaining positive customer service relationships. Ensured all internal transmittals and requirements were completed, and submitted external applications per sponsor guidelines when applicable.
The Country Club of Lansing, 2007-2012
Communications Director and Member Services Manager
Responsible for management of member services staff, communications, marketing, training procedures, department budget maintenance, and management plans for overall company goals of a private country club.
Volunteer/Service Activities
Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) Member, 2017 – Present
St. Patrick School, Portland, Michigan
Parent-Teacher Organization (PTO) President, 2020 – 2022
St. Patrick School, Portland, Michigan
Women’s Group Leadership Team, 2001 – Present
St. Patrick Church, Portland, Michigan