Grocery Manufacturers Association
Industry: Trade association
DescriptionThe Grocery Manufacturers Association is a trade association of the food industry. It represents the world's largest branded food, beverage and consumer product companies. CEO: Geoff Freeman (Aug 1, 2018–) Headquarters: Washington, D.C. Founded: March 1908
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Grocery Manufacturers Association Employees
Matt Hellman Pa May 2015 - Present
Death Penalty Clinic, University of Miami School of Law January 2014 - May 2014
Marrero & Wydler May 2013 - August 2013
Consumer Protection Division, Florida Office of the Attorney General May 2013 - August 2013
New Mexico Supreme Court May 2012 - August 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2008 - April 2011
University of New Mexico Athletic Department April 2007 - May 2007
Skills
Research, Social Media, Public Speaking, Editing, PowerPoint, Event Planning
Education
University of Miami School of Law 2011 — 2014
J.D.
Georgetown University - The McDonough School of Business 2007 — 2011
B.S. B.A., Marketing & Management
Xylem Inc. 2015 - Present
IBM June 2013 - June 2014
IBM February 2013 - May 2013
Infineum December 2012 - January 2013
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2012 - August 2012
Smithsonian Institution June 2012 - August 2012
Cornell University October 2010 - December 2011
Swami Vivekanand Group of Institutions June 2011 - July 2011
Tompkins Cortland Community College January 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Human Resources, Recruiting, Performance Management, Leadership Development, Editing, Analysis, Leadership, Community Outreach, Time Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Onboarding, Data Analysis, Program Management, Organizational..., Microsoft Word, Outlook, Proficient in Microsoft..., Proficient in PowerPoint, Visio, ADP Payroll, Learning Management..., BrassRing, Concur
Education
Cornell University 2010 — 2013
BS, Industrial Labor Relations
Warwick Business School 2012 — 2012
Exchange, Business
Abengowe Consultants December 2011 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2008 - February 2014
Congressional Quarterly September 2007 - June 2008
CQ Press September 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Network Security, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, Strategic Planning, Windows, Database Administration, Windows 2000, Inventory Management, Networking, Antivirus, XP, Webinars, Webinar Management, Business Intelligence, Hip Hop, Mixtapes, Food Safety, Food, Food Industry, HACCP, Social Media, Business Development, Marketing, Strategy, Quality Assurance, Nonprofits, Cross-functional Team..., Help Desk Support, Team Building, Consumer Products, Management, Marketing Strategy, Retail, Team Leadership, Food Science, Troubleshooting, Food Processing, Market Research, Budgets, Program Management, Training, Change Management, Leadership, Product Development, Software Installation, Strategic Communications
Education
Bowie State UniversityBusiness Admin 2006 — 2007
Prince George's Community College 2010 — 2011
Marketing, Business Admin
New Horizon 2008 — 2008
GCI Health July 2015 - Present
Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation October 2014 - December 2014
Prescription PR September 2014 - December 2014
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Facebook, Blogging, Media Relations, Public Relations, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Leadership, Event Planning, Social Media, Editing, WordPress, Cision, Adobe Professional, Microsoft Office, Mac, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word
Education
Hofstra University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations
Quince Orchard High School, Gaithersburg, Maryland 2007 — 2011
High School Diploma
Alexander Muss High School in Israel 2010 — 2010
Participated in accredited eight-week study abroad program for English-speaking high school students
The Clorox Company April 2015 - Present
The Clorox Company August 2013 - April 2015
The Clorox Company June 2012 - June 2013
OSU College of Business & Austin Entrepreneurship Program September 2010 - June 2013
Oregon State University January 2010 - June 2013
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2011 - August 2011
City of Corvallis March 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Public Speaking, Social Media, Social Networking, Facebook, Social Media Marketing, Fundraising, Sales, Leadership, Time Management, Event Management, Marketing, PowerPoint, Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel
Education
Oregon State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Marketing and Business Administration, 3.7
Singapore Management University 2012 — 2013
International Business
Hidden Valley High School 2005 — 2009
Valedictorian, 4.0
First Presbyterian Church Burlingame March 2015 - Present
United Religions Initiative September 2013 - Present
St. Paul's, Burlingame August 1997 - Present
Common Ground Speaker Series 2004 - May 2014
Mid-Peninsula High School 2010 - 2013
The Bay School of San Francisco 2008 - 2010
The Nueva School 2001 - 2004
Mattson and Company 1996 - 1998
Del Monte Foods, Inc. 1984 - 1996
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1980 - 1982
Skills
Project Planning, Partner Recruitment, Creative Concept..., Public Speaking, Teaching, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Event Planning, Start-ups, Product Development, Leadership, Fundraising, Strategy, Team Building, Marketing
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1982 — 1984
MBA, Marketing, International Business
ESSEC Business School 1983 — 1983
International Business
Northwestern University 1976 — 1980
B.A., Political Science, International Relations
Université Laval 1983 — 1983
University of Michigan October 2013 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2013 - August 2013
Michigan State University December 2012 - May 2013
Beaumont Health System May 2012 - August 2012
Judson Center May 2010 - August 2012
Michigan State University December 2011 - May 2012
Education
University of Michigan 2013 — 2015
Master of Public Health (MPH), Dietetics/Dietitian
Michigan State University 2009 — 2013
Bachelors of Science, Nutritional Sciences
International Dairy Foods Association April 2013 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2011 - April 2013
Grocery Manufacturers Association December 2008 - January 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2006 - December 2008
ACMA November 2005 - May 2006
M C Communications 2004 - 2005
Skills
Strategic Communications, Event Management, Strategy, Budgets, Cross-functional Team..., Program Development, Contract Negotiation, Business Planning, Management, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Event Planning, Marketing Strategy, Sales, Nonprofits
Education
Boston University - School of Management 2002 — 2007
Masters of Business Administration
College of the Holy Cross 1994 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Economics
The Partnership Federal Credit Union November 2010 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 2007 - November 2010
School Age Child Care January 2006 - September 2006
START/Home Based Therapy December 2003 - May 2005
Skills
Employee Relations, Recruiting, Employee Benefits, Human Resources, HRIS, New Hire Orientation, Performance Management, Talent Management, Selection Process, Conducting Interviews, Interview Coaching, Strategic Planning, HR Policies, Total Rewards, Compensation..., Executive Compensation, Job Analysis, Job Description..., Onboarding, Soft Skills, Employee Engagement, Progressive Discipline, Terminations, Organizational..., New Hire Orientations, Personnel Management, Training, Policy, Leadership, Leadership Development, Program Management
Education
Hofstra University 2006 — 2007
Masters, Marriage and Family Therapy
George Mason University 2001 — 2005
Bachelors, Psychology
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2013 - Present
Education
University of Central Florida 1998 — 2004
Bachelor of Science, Chemistry, Cum laude
Healthcare Distribution Management Association January 1996 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 1990 - January 1996
American Meat Institute January 1982 - July 1990
Skills
Employee Relations, Organizational..., Benefits Administration, Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Employee Benefits, Talent Management, Deferred Compensation, Leadership Development, Human Resources, HRIS, Onboarding, Organizational..., Recruiting, Employee Handbooks, Collaboration Solutions, Thinking Outside The Box, Outstanding..., Vendor Relationships, Personnel Management, Change Management, Management, College Recruiting, Training, Succession Planning, Conflict Resolution, Leadership, HR Policies, Staff Development, Workforce Planning, Talent Acquisition, New Hire Orientations, Career Development, Organizational Design
Education
State University of New York College at Geneseo
University of Delaware
IOM
Capol-LLC September 2014 - Present
Sales, Co-manufacturing, Business Development and Quality Management Professional September 2012 - Present
SAI Global 2013 - August 2014
The Hershey Company April 2003 - September 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 2001 - December 2003
Givaudan January 1999 - January 2001
Nestle S.A. 1991 - 1994
Nestle S.A. 1991 - 1994
Skills
Consumer Products, Continuous Improvement, Product Development, GMP, HACCP, Product Innovation, Key Account Development, Manufacturing, SQF, Food Science, Chocolate, Ingredients, R&D, Food, Six Sigma, Management, Food Industry, Supply Chain, Process Improvement, Food Safety, Leadership
Education
Loyola College in Maryland 1989 — 1991
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Business Administration, (Management)
Rowan University
BS Life Sciences, Chemistry
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors April 2015 - Present
Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors March 2013 - Present
National Grocers Association October 2011 - March 2013
National Grocers Association July 2008 - October 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2005 - July 2008
Ann Taylor Stores Corporation April 2004 - July 2008
Totten Communications June 2004 - December 2004
Families USA August 2003 - December 2003
The George Washington University May 2002 - June 2003
Aleyska Resort May 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Leadership, Management, Strategy, Market Research, Policy, Press Releases, CRM, Training, Business Development, Project Management, Community Outreach, Retail, Cross-functional Team..., Research, Public Affairs, Social Media Marketing, Volunteer Management, Social Networking, Strategic Partnerships, Corporate Communications, Strategic Communications, Team Leadership, Project Planning, Analysis, International Relations, Email Marketing, Trade Shows, Sales, Product Development, Food Industry, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Recruiting, Data Analysis, Presentations, Events, Raiser's Edge, Peachtree, Donor Management, Fundraising
Education
Cornell University 2010 — 2010
Certificate
The George Washington University 2001 — 2003
MA
University of South Carolina-Columbia 1997 — 2001
BA
St. Thomas Aquinas 1993 — 1997
Campbell Soup Company March 2012 - Present
Nestle R&D January 2009 - March 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association November 2003 - December 2008
University of Florida September 2001 - October 2003
Jubilant LifeSciences June 1998 - August 2001
Skills
Food Safety, GMP, Quality System, Validation, FDA, Quality Assurance, Aseptic Processing, HACCP, Food Science, Food, Continuous Improvement, V&V, R&D, Cross-functional Team..., Supply Chain, Food Industry, Packaging, ISO, 5S, Manufacturing, Product Development, Food Processing
Education
University of Florida 2001 — 2003
M.E., Biological/Food Process Engineering
Doctor Babasaheb Ambedkar Marathwada University 1994 — 1998
B.E., Chemcal Engineering
Sacred Heart High School 1980 — 1994
High School, Science
Pii (Pharmaceutics International, Inc.). October 2012 - Present
Johns Hopkins University, Department of Chemistry August 2008 - November 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association November 2006 - August 2008
Skills
HPLC, Column Chromatography, UV-Vis, NMR spectroscopy, GC-MS, IR spectroscopy, Wet Chemistry, Air-free reactivity, Organic Synthesis, Inorganic Chemistry, ELISA, Microsoft Office, Internet, UV/Vis
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2008 — 2011
Masters, Inorganic Synthesis, Chemistry
College of Notre Dame of Maryland 2002 — 2006
Bachelors, Chemistry
Advernomy October 2014 - Present
Best Coupons Magazine March 2014 - October 2014
Rangen Inc. May 2013 - March 2014
Wells Fargo April 2012 - May 2013
Kraft Foods June 2009 - April 2012
Southwestern Adventist University August 2006 - May 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2008 - August 2008
Wal-Mart June 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Leadership, Sales, Management, Marketing, Advertising, Team Building, computer, analytical, Analytical Skills, Training, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, Facebook, Adobe InDesign, Twitter, Web Design, Creative Writing, Final Cut Pro, MailChimp, Wordpress, E-mail Marketing, Advertising Sales, Instagram, SEO Copywriting, Google Analytics, Google Adwords, Blogging, Video Editing, Social Media, Microsoft Office, Strategy
Education
Southwestern Adventist University 2004 — 2009
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2014 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2014 - August 2014
South Campus Commons May 2013 - May 2014
Department of Residential Facilities September 2011 - March 2013
Sugarfoot Cafe and Catering May 2012 - August 2012
Delaware Public Health Laboratory May 2012 - August 2012
Experimental Auditory Research Lab September 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Biotechnology, Microbiology, Lifesciences, Molecular Biology, Clinical Research, Research, Data Analysis, Teaching, Grant Writing, Healthcare, Fundraising, Cell Culture, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Sustainability, PCR, Policy, Community Outreach, Science, Technical Writing, Hospitals, Public Speaking, Biochemistry, Leadership, Environmental Awareness, Entrepreneurship, Program Development, Policy Analysis, ELISA, DNA, Statistics, Marketing, Public Policy, Government, Life Sciences
Education
The George Washington University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Public Health Nutrition
University of Maryland College Park 2010 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Microbiology, General
Maryland Department of Health and Mental Hygiene September 2013 - Present
Jhpiego February 2012 - August 2013
Jhpiego April 2010 - January 2012
Baltimore HealthCare Access Inc June 2009 - April 2010
Peace Corps January 2006 - March 2008
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2005 - December 2005
Spina Bifida Association June 2005 - September 2005
Skills
Global Health, Proposal Writing, Public Health, Capacity Building, Reproductive Health, Program Management, Community Health, Humanitarian, International..., Program Evaluation, NGOs, International Health, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Grants, Civil Society, Qualitative Research, Capacity Development, Technical Assistance, Spanish, Health Systems, HIV prevention, Program Development, Community Outreach, Policy, Community Development, Grant Writing, Public Policy, International Relations, Humanitarian Assistance, Triathlon, Nonprofits, Africa, Food Security, Epidemiology, Health Communication, Fiscal Impact Analysis, Legislative Policy
Education
Johns Hopkins School of Public Health 2008 — 2009
Master of Public Health (MPH), Humanitarian Assistance, Food Security
American University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Relations and Affairs
Leiden University 2003 — 2003
Marcus Whitman 1997 — 2001
Regents Diploma, Valedictorian
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 2015 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2013 - March 2015
International Council for Clean Transportation September 2012 - May 2013
Beaumont Hospital June 2012 - August 2012
Vita Coco June 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Accounting, Editing, Marketing, QuickBooks, Awesomeness, Budgets, Government, PowerPoint, Research
Education
The George Washington University 2015 — 2017
Master of Fine Arts (M.F.A.), Interior Architecture and Design
American University - Kogod School of Business 2009 — 2013
BSBA, Accounting
Grocery Manufacturers Association February 2015 - Present
FDA February 2014 - January 2015
Skills
Toxicology, Pharmacology, In Vitro, Cell Culture, Molecular Biology, Western Blotting, Animal Models, Biochemistry, Environmental Toxicology, Environmental Awareness, Statistics, Mixtures Toxicology, Pharmacokinetics, Cell Biology, In Vivo, FDA
Education
The University of Texas Medical Branch at Galveston 2007 — 2013
Ph.D, Pharmacology & Toxicology
Texas Tech University 2004 — 2007
M.S., Environmental Toxicology
Texas Tech University 2001 — 2004
B.S., Cell & Molecular Biology
Inanda Business Marketing, LLC February 2007 - Present
Unisys Corporation September 2012 - October 2014
In-Q-Tel (Venture Capital Arm of the Intelligence Community) February 2005 - September 2006
Convera (Global Search Technology Firm) June 2003 - December 2004
SER Solutions (Global Search Technology Company) June 2001 - June 2003
Blanc and Otus (High-Tech Public Relations Firm) September 1999 - March 2001
Grocery Manufacturers Association April 1997 - November 1998
U.S. Republican Senator and U.S. Republican Congressman December 1994 - March 1997
The White House July 1992 - January 1993
Skills
Marketing Communications, Crisis Communications, Media Skills Training, Executive Counsel, Public Affairs, Congressional Affairs, Venture Capital, Technology, Strategic Partnerships, Management, Corporate Communications, Public Relations, Lead Generation, Marketing, New Media, Leadership, SEO, Mergers & Acquisitions, Media Relations, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Program Management, New Business Development, Messaging, Press Releases, Editing, B2B Marketing, Strategy, Start-ups
Education
Baylor University - Hankamer School of Business 1988 — 1992
B.B.S., Marketing and International Business
Det Norske Veritas 2008 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2005 - 2008
Monsanto 1984 - 2002
Skills
Food Safety, Food Industry, HACCP, Food, ISO 22000, Quality System, Food Processing, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, ISO, Iso 9000, Risk Assessment, Auditing, GMP, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Auditing, Cross-functional Team..., Manufacturing, Sanitation, Food Science, Product Development, Food Technology, Continuous Improvement, ISO 14001, Food Quality, Quality Control, Root Cause Analysis, TQM, Hygiene, BRC, 5S, Dairy, Occupational Health, TPM, Microbiology, Sop
Education
Northern Illinois University 1978 — 1982
BS, Biological Sciences/Chemistry/Medical Technologist
Quinlan School of Business, Loyola University Chicago
MBA
HP Enterprise Services May 2011 - January 2015
HP Business Intelligence Solutions October 2009 - May 2011
HP Enterprise Services December 2006 - October 2009
Agentrics 2006 - 2006
Symphony IRI Group 2000 - 2005
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1999 - 2000
Ward's Natural Science Establishment 1990 - 1996
Mobil Chemical, Consumer Products Division 1988 - 1990
Bausch + Lomb 1986 - 1988
Procter & Gamble 1983 - 1986
Skills
Go-to-market Strategy, P&L, Consumer Insights, Alliances, FMCG, Consumer Products, Client Solutions, Thought Leadership, HP, Customer Insight, Business Alliances, Cross-functional Team..., CPG Industry, P&L Management, Competitive Analysis, Analytics, Product Development, Product Management, Management, Income Statement, Brand Management, Segmentation, Marketing, Strategy, Business Intelligence, Marketing Strategy, Leadership, Business Strategy, Business Development, New Business Development, Strategic Planning, Consulting
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management 1981 — 1983
MBA
Lake Forest College 1977 — 1981
BA
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2014 - Present
Current Boutique September 2013 - June 2014
United States Senate September 2013 - December 2013
Endicott College May 2012 - May 2013
Bath & Body Works September 2010 - May 2013
McDougall Interactive September 2012 - December 2012
Dogs at Work May 2011 - September 2011
Southern Midcoast Maine Chamber December 2009 - January 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Blogging, Microsoft Office, Google Adwords, HootSuite, Social Media, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, WordPress, Data Entry, Facebook, Microsoft Word, Political Campaigns, Excel, Quickbooks, Website Administration, Word, Twitter, Phone Skills, Phone Etiquette, Restaurants, Guided Tours, Databases
Education
Endicott College 2009 — 2013
Bachelors of Science, Business Administration, Marketing
The College for International Studies 2013 — 2013
Spanish Culture and Language
Kimberly-Clark March 2015 - Present
Hiillshire Brands Company July 2012 - 2015
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 2010 - August 2012
Kraft Foods Group 2001 - 2010
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Cross-functional Team..., P&L Management, Consumer Products, Shopper Marketing, Strategy, Integrated Marketing, Customer Insight, Strategic Planning, Executive Management, Nielsen, Forecasting, FMCG, IRI, Strategic Partnerships, Leadership, Competitive Analysis
Education
Northwestern University 1993 — 1994
Master's degree, Business/Corporate Communications
Syracuse University - Martin J. Whitman School of Management 1984 — 1985
Sales & Marketing Managemnet, Business Administration and Management, General
Barach Enterprises LLC January 2012 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1990 - 2012
Skills
Food Safety, HACCP, Food Industry, Food Processing, Regulatory Affairs, Laboratory, Food Science, GMP, Food, FMCG, Training, Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Quality Assurance, Chemistry, Biotechnology, Food Manufacturing, Program Management, Product Development, Management, Ingredients, Leadership, FDA, Quality System, Sensory Evaluation, Consumer Products
Education
North Carolina State University
MS, PhD, Food Science
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
BA, Chemistry/ Pre-Med
Wingate University
BA, Biology/ Microbiology
Mars October 2014 - Present
NASW October 2013 - June 2014
Green America August 2013 - September 2013
Management Systems International December 2012 - May 2013
Volunteers of America September 2012 - October 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2012 - August 2012
George Washington University January 2012 - May 2012
Michigan State University January 2010 - May 2011
Beijing Olympic Broadcasting June 2008 - September 2008
Skills
Budgets, Account Reconciliation, Microsoft Excel, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Financial Accounting, General Ledger, Nonprofits, Teamwork, Finance, Financial Statements, QuickBooks
Education
The George Washington University - School of Business 2011 — 2013
Master in Accoutancy, Accounting
Michigan State University 2009 — 2011
MA in Education, Higher Education Administration
Beijing Language and Culture University 2005 — 2009
BA in English, English Literature and Linguisitics
United Nations Foundation June 2014 - Present
United Nations Foundation June 2013 - Present
United Nations Foundation August 2012 - May 2013
United Nations Foundation October 2010 - August 2012
United Nations Foundation February 2010 - October 2010
Smith Barney September 2007 - February 2010
Hamilton Family Center June 2006 - August 2007
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2005 - June 2006
Global Vision International January 2006 - March 2006
Skills
Non-profits, Event Planning, International..., Fundraising, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Program Development, Event Management, Public Relations, Public Policy, Strategic Planning, Research, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Politics, Africa, International Relations, Policy, NGOs, Editing, Grants, Civil Society, Government, Community Development
Education
American University 2009 — 2011
Masters in Public Policy, International Development
University of Maryland College Park 2001 — 2005
BA, Government and Politics, Womens Studies
Jewish Community Relations Council of Greater Washington November 2012 - Present
National Defense Industrial Association August 2008 - October 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2007 - August 2008
The Advisory Board Company April 2005 - December 2006
Religious Action Center for Reform Judaism January 2004 - December 2004
The George Washington Unniversity Office of Undergraduate Admissions August 2001 - May 2004
Skills
Marketing Event Planning, Writing, Marketing Material..., Strategic Communications, Contract Negotiation, Program Evaluation, Social Media Marketing, Site Selections, Budget Process, Admissions, Volunteer Management, Volunteer Recruiting, Association Memberships, Membership Relations, Membership Retention, Marketing, Management
Education
The George Washington University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Communication
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2012 - Present
Food Safety Net Services September 2009 - June 2012
Altria October 2007 - November 2008
The Pennsylvania State University August 2003 - July 2007
Food Science Australia September 2001 - August 2003
Skills
Food Science, Food Microbiology, Food Safety, Molecular Biology, Microbiology, Validation, Food Processing, Dairy, Food Industry, HACCP, Laboratory, FDA, Food, Statistics, Data Analysis, Aseptic Technique, GMP
Education
Penn State University 2003 — 2007
Ph.D., Food Science (Food Micro/Safety)
University of Sydney 1997 — 2001
BS (hons), Biochemistry, Microbiology
Grocery Manufacturers Association November 2013 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2011 - October 2013
Grocery Manufacturers Association February 2011 - September 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association December 2008 - January 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2007 - December 2008
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2007 - August 2007
Grocery Manufacturers Association April 2006 - December 2006
Education
Georgetown University 2008 — 2009
Graduate Certificate, Business Administration
University of Maryland University College
A to Z Communications March 2014 - Present
Western Nebraska Community College March 2011 - March 2014
Stinner Consulting July 2009 - February 2011
Commodity Futures Trading Commission January 2003 - May 2009
The White House July 2008 - January 2009
Commodity Futures Trading Commission July 2007 - July 2008
U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee May 2001 - December 2002
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 2000 - May 2001
WTAE-TV February 2000 - July 2000
Skills
Crisis Management, Budgets, Philanthropy, Media Planning, Creative Direction, Press Releases, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Media Relations, Fundraising, Pressure Situations, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Social Media, Non-profits, Corporate Communications, Research, Editing, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Creative Strategy, Social Media Marketing, Presentations, Professional..., Professional..., Publications Production, Graphic Design, Leadership Development, Higher Education, Marketing Communications, Copywriting, Project Management, Leadership, Advertising, Nonprofits, Policy, Politics, Public Policy, Government, Spokesperson, Marketing, Speech Writing, Digital Media, Program Management, Internal Communications, Grant Writing, Community Development, Copy Editing, Publications
Education
Duquesne University 1996 — 2000
B.A., Communications (Journalism)
University of Wyoming
Grant writing
International Foodservice Distributors Association May 2004 - Present
International Foodservice Distributors Association 2002 - 2004
EFR 1999 - 2002
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 1995 - September 1999
West Hudson & Co. 1994 - 1995
American Home Products - Boyle Midway 1989 - 1990
Skills
Management, Public Relations, Sales Management, Social Media Marketing, Association Management, Marketing Communications, New Business Development, Industrial Relations, Marketing, Fundraising, Event Planning, Strategy, Budgets, Strategic Planning, Food, Event Management, Nonprofits, Food Industry, Strategic Partnerships, Strategic Communications, Marketing Strategy, Food Service, Leadership, Social Media, P&L Management, Forecasting, Grocery
Education
James Madison University - College of Business 1990 — 1992
MBA
State University of New York at Oswego 1985 — 1989
Marketing/Economics
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2009 - Present
Private Co. March 1994 - Present
Skills
GMP, Microbiology, Fermentation, Biotechnology, Validation, Cell Culture, Molecular Biology, Analysis, Protein Purification, Six Sigma, PCR, Compliance, Life Sciences, cGMP, Advanced Brewing..., Advanced Protein..., Ferm. Product/Recipe...
Education
The Pennsylvania State University 1996 — 1998
BS, Biotechnology
Northern Virginia Community College 1991 — 1992
Microbiology, Biology
Pennsylvania State University-Beaver Campus 1983 — 1985
Physical Sciences
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 2007 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 2007 - April 2011
Sandia National Laboratories June 2005 - September 2007
University of New Mexico August 1999 - May 2003
Skills
Food Safety, R&D, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, Excel, Word, Microsoft Office, Change Management, Research, Quality Assurance, Public Speaking, Process Improvement, Problem Solving, PowerPoint, Policy, Organizational..., Team Leadership, Food Industry, Microsoft Word, Regulatory Affairs, HACCP, Program Management, Leadership, Training, Management, Food Science
Education
The University of New Mexico 1999 — 2003
MS, BioInorganic Chemistry
University of Northern Colorado 1995 — 1999
BA, Biological Sciences and Chemistry with a minor in Mathematics
University of Northern Colorado 1995 — 1999
BA, Chemistry
Delaware State Chamber of Commerce April 2014 - Present
U.S. Chamber of Commerce June 2012 - December 2012
U.S. Chamber of Commerce June 2007 - June 2012
Associated Builders and Contractors 2006 - 2007
Associated Builders and Contractors 2003 - 2006
Armstrong Communications 2002 - 2003
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2001 - 2002
U.S. House of Representatives 2000 - 2001
Skills
Grassroots Development, Government Relations, Government Affairs, Politics, Coalition Building, Legislative, Grassroots Organizing, Non-profits, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Issue Advocacy, Grassroots Advocacy, Issues Management, Legislative Advocacy, Coalitions, Legislative Relations, Government, Nonprofits, Association Management, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Policy, Governmental Affairs
Education
University of Delaware 1996 — 2000
B.A., Political Science
Institute for Organization Management 2007 — 2010
Nonprofit Organization Management
Environmental Working Group February 2012 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2007 - 2012
Education
Georgetown University Law Center 1996 — 1999
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
University of Michigan 1992 — 1993
Maryland Family Network September 2014 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2014 - August 2014
Morgan State University March 2014 - May 2014
Walgreens August 2013 - May 2014
The ARC of Baltimore November 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Teamwork, Telephone Skills, Retail, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Critical Thinking, Cpr Certified, Human Resources, English, Employee Relations, Visio
Education
Morgan State University 2012 — 2015
Human Resource Management
Baltimore City Community College 2009 — 2012
Associate of Arts (A.A.), General Studies
Ongoing Work with DC Metro Area's Underserved Community 2005 - Present
National Partnership for Women & Families July 2012 - November 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association December 2010 - July 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 2007 - December 2010
Grocery Manufacturers Association December 2006 - July 2007
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2006 - December 2006
Skills
Public-private..., Government Relations, Non-profits, Child Advocacy, Federal Regulations, Policy, Legislative Tracking, Child Welfare, Child Development, Child Health, Poverty, Homelessness, Working With Children, Nutrition Education, USDA, FDA, Grassroots Outreach, Grassroots Advocacy, Charitable Giving..., Social Justice, Social Media, Online Research, Research, Writing, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Team Leadership, Team Building, Food Safety, Food Industry, Trade Associations, Food, Consumer Products, Excel, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Word, Editing, Event Planning, Volunteer Development, Volunteer Management, Committee Management, Customer Relations, Corporate Fundraising, Political Campaigns, Customer Service, Fundraising, Legislation, Strategy, Regulations
Education
Marshall University
Bachelor's Degree
Marshall University
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 2012 - Present
Affilliated with MARCAT Group LLC February 2009 - Present
ASAE & The Center January 2007 - January 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2003 - 2006
Food and Restaurant Businesses 1990 - 2006
Claims Resolution Management Corp (CRMC) June 1987 - January 2002
The MAC Group 1979 - 1987
Skills
Program Management, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Management, Leadership, Start-ups, Nonprofits, Business Strategy, Market Research, Consulting, Operations Management, Non-profits, Executive Management, Cross-functional Team...
Education
Boston University Questrom School of Business 1975 — 1977
MBA, Public Mgt
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 1971 — 1975
BA, Political Science
Strategy, Branding, Customer Engagement January 2012 - Present
College of the Desert August 2013 - Present
Dean Foods September 2011 - January 2012
Food Marketing Institute April 2010 - June 2011
Pet Industry Joint Advisory Council October 2008 - October 2009
PS Consulting, LLC February 2008 - October 2008
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2000 - February 2008
US Office Products October 1998 - March 2000
Colgate Palmolive August 1996 - October 1998
Sprint Nextel 1994 - 1996
Skills
Strategy, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Market Research, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Product Management, Business Development, Public Speaking, Business Planning, Product Development, Supply Chain Management, Business Strategy, Management, Team Building, Budgets, Retail, Consumer Products, Brand Management, Project Management, Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Program Management, Income Statement, Forecasting, Sales, Strategy Development, Business Growth, Alliance Building, Budget Management, New Business Development, P&L Management, Team Management, Contract Negotiations, Account Management, Market Analysis, Product Marketing, People Management, Operations Management, Vendor Relations, Teamwork, Strategic Partnerships, Commercialization, Negotiation, Channel Management, Food Industry, Marketing, Hospitality Management, Training
Education
Cornell University - Johnson Graduate School of Management 1988 — 1990
MBA, Business
Hamilton College 1981 — 1985
BA, Government
University of Virginia - Darden Graduate School of Business Administration 1995 — 1995
Walmart August 2014 - Present
Walmart August 2012 - July 2014
Walmart October 2011 - August 2012
Walmart August 2011 - October 2011
Walmart March 2011 - August 2011
Walmart June 2010 - March 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Retail, Merchandising, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Forecasting, Wal-Mart, Visual Merchandising, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning, Inventory Control, Social Media, Outlook, Team Building, Public Speaking, Budgets, Event Planning, Leadership, Management, Sales
Education
Flagler College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Businesss Administration and Sociology
ILSI North America April 2015 - Present
ILSI North America August 2011 - March 2015
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2010 - August 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2010 - August 2010
Washington Sports and Entertainment August 2006 - May 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Budgeting, Event Management, Excel, Event Planning, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Outlook, Administration, Editing, Budgets, Fundraising, Microsoft Excel, Research, Customer Service, Government, Nonprofits, Leadership
Education
George Mason University 2006 — 2010
B.S, Economics
Grocery Manufacturers Association April 2014 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association December 1999 - April 2014
National Food Processors Association August 1992 - December 1999
National Food Processors Association September 1984 - August 1992
National Food Processors Association July 1982 - September 1984
University of Maryland 1978 - 1980
Skills
Member of Mensa, Regulatory Affairs, Food Science, Research, FDA, Food Technology, Packaging, Food Industry, Food, Cross-functional Team..., HACCP, Food Microbiology, GMP, Nutrition, Regulatory Requirements, Food Safety, Sensory Evaluation, Ingredients, Food Processing, Chemistry, Nutrition Education, Manufacturing, Microbiology, Consumer Products, Product Development, Public Policy, Strategy, Science, Regulatory Submissions, Quality System, Lifesciences, Analytical Chemistry, Regulations, R&D, Quality Assurance, Flavors, Food Manufacturing, Commercialization
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1978 — 1980
Princeton University 1975 — 1976
University of Maryland College Park 1973 — 1975
MA
Trinity University-Washington 1969 — 1973
BA cum laude
National Beer Wholesalers Association September 2015 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association December 2010 - September 2015
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2009 - December 2010
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2007 - May 2009
Education
The Catholic University of America 2004 — 2008
B.A., Politics
Abbott Nutrition August 2014 - Present
Abbott Nutrition August 2011 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2005 - August 2011
University of California, Davis September 2001 - June 2005
Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Romania September 1996 - June 2001
Skills
Food, HPLC, Validation, Analytical Chemistry, GMP, Analysis, Food Chemistry, Research, LC-MS, Food Science, Science, Mass Spectrometry, Chromatography, Microbiology, Gas Chromatography, R&D, Chemistry
Education
University of California, Davis 2001 — 2005
Ph.D., Food Science and Technology
Aurel Vlaicu University of Arad, Romania 1991 — 1996
B.S., Technology of Food Processing
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 2015 - Present
The Acheson Group October 2013 - February 2015
Leavitt Partners November 2011 - September 2013
USDA NIFA September 2010 - May 2012
Institute of Food Technologists August 2010 - November 2011
Institute of Food Technologists November 2003 - August 2010
Rutgers University September 2000 - September 2003
FDA April 2001 - July 2001
National Food Processors Association (now Grocery Manufacturers Association) January 2001 - April 2001
Rutgers University September 1999 - September 2000
Skills
Food Safety, food defense, product tracing, Food Science, Food, Food Industry, Food Microbiology, Technical Writing, HACCP, Traceability, Public Speaking, Food Technology, Public Health, Food Processing, Sanitation, Regulatory Affairs, Microbiology, Quality Assurance, Biotechnology, Science, Ingredients, R&D, Lifesciences, Biochemistry, Quality System, Dairy, Analysis, GMP, FDA, Food Quality, Quality Control, PCR, Commercialization, Research, Laboratory, Sensory Evaluation, Chemistry, Food Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, HPLC, Food Manufacturing, GLP, Protein Chemistry, Toxicology, Sop, ISO 22000, Formulation, SOP, Life Sciences
Education
Rutgers University, Department of Food Science 1999 — 2003
Doctor of Philosophy, Food Science
University of Delaware 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science with Distinction; Department, Animal and Food Sciences
American Hotel & Lodging Association September 2014 - Present
Parquet Public Affairs September 2010 - September 2014
International Franchise Association May 2006 - September 2010
ConAgra Foods January 2004 - May 2006
International Bottled Water Association September 2001 - December 2003
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 1999 - September 2001
Grocery Manufacturers of America 1999 - 2001
Florida Legislature September 1996 - July 1999
Skills
Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Marketing, Policy, Marketing Strategy, Research, Marketing Communications, Internal Communications, State Government, Strategy, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Business Strategy, Leadership Development, Grassroots Organizing, Government, Crisis Management, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Politics, Corporate Communications, Spokesperson, Speech Writing, Legislation, Event Management, Entrepreneurship, Message Development, Leadership, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Press Releases, Social Networking, Political Consulting, Community Development, Team Building, Political Communication, Coalitions, Reputation Management, Fundraising, International Relations, Editing, Community Outreach
Education
George Mason University 2010 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Business/Trade/Commerce
University of Florida 1993 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Political Science and Government
High Point University 1992 — 1993
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2014 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2010 - January 2014
Gillette August 2000 - April 2010
Procter & Gamble December 1993 - August 2000
Procter & Gamble November 1992 - December 1993
Procter & Gamble December 1987 - November 1992
Westwood Veterinary Hospital, Flint, MI USA June 1978 - July 1980
Skills
Sustainability, Compliance, Environmental Compliance, Organizational..., External Relations, Veterinary, Remediation, Consumer Products, Quality Assurance, Research, Life Sciences, Strategic Planning, Medical Devices, Strategy Development, Science, Team Building, Food, Regulatory Affairs, GMP, Lifesciences, Strategy, Regulations, International Relations, Quality System, Open Innovation, Leadership, In Vitro, R&D, Cell, Cell Biology, Analytical Chemistry, GLP, Pharmacology, Microbiology, Commercialization, Food Industry, Business Strategy, FDA, Product Innovation, Cross-functional Team..., Product Development, Laboratory, Food Safety, Food Science, Chemistry, Drug Development, Toxicology
Education
University of Michigan Medical School 1985 — 1987
Postoctoral Fellow
Michigan State University 1980 — 1985
Ph.D
Michigan State University 1975 — 1978
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine
Michigan State University 1973 — 1976
Bachelor of Science
Stateside Associates February 2009 - Present
The Home Depot August 2007 - February 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2005 - December 2006
Holcim US February 2000 - December 2004
California Department of Conservation January 1998 - January 2000
California Trade and Commerce Agency June 1995 - January 1998
Skills
Government Relations, Retail Policy Issues, Manufacturing Public..., Environmental Policy, State Government..., Lobbying, Corporate Social..., Public Policy, State Government, Legislative Relations, Policy, Retail, Grassroots Organizing, Fundraising, Government, Legislation, Governmental Affairs, Politics, Public Relations, Strategy, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Economic Development, Grassroots
Education
University of California, Berkeley
BA
George Washington University Center for Student Engagement August 2015 - Present
The Urban Institute February 2015 - August 2015
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2014 - December 2014
S.E.M.O (Sustainability and Environmental Office) September 2010 - May 2014
Palladia, Inc. June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Photoshop, Social Media, Teamwork, Public Speaking, C++, Java, Public Policy, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issues, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Event Planning
Education
The George Washington University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Environmental Health Science & Policy
Vanderbilt University 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Public Policy Studies
Brooklyn Technical High School 2006 — 2010
High School Diploma, Environmental Studies
Blue Diamond Growers November 2014 - Present
John B. Sanfilippo & Son, Inc. July 2013 - November 2014
Ocean Spray Cranberries April 2012 - July 2013
Ocean Spray Cranberries December 2010 - April 2012
Ocean Spray Cranberries March 2009 - December 2010
Welch Foods, Inc. October 2006 - March 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2005 - October 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, New Business Development, Syndicated Data Analysis, Food & Beverage, Food, Marketing Strategy, Market Research, Sales Management, International Business, International Sales, Management, Forecasting, Consumer Products, Marketing, Business Development, Sales, FMCG, Ingredients, P&L Management, International Business..., International Marketing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2004 — 2005
BA, Economics
Purdue University 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Business Management
EPHS
BASF April 2014 - Present
American Chemistry Council July 2011 - March 2014
Grocery Manufacturers Association November 2007 - August 2011
Goldman, Sachs & Company September 2004 - November 2007
SCORE! Educational Centers January 2004 - September 2004
Wagshal's Delicatessen and Catering October 2003 - February 2004
Harpers Wine and Spirits Magazine September 2003 - October 2003
State of Florida, Washington Office of Governor Jeb Bush September 2002 - September 2003
Skills
Sustainability, Leadership, Public Policy, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Project Management, Media Relations, Research, Public Relations, Cross-functional Team..., Environmental Policy
Education
Kenyon College 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts degree, English
Exeter University
The Key School
Nestle S.A. May 2014 - Present
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics June 2013 - May 2015
Nestle S.A. October 2013 - May 2014
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics June 2012 - May 2014
Nestle USA October 2011 - October 2013
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics June 2011 - May 2013
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics June 2011 - May 2012
Vanderbilt University Medical Center August 2010 - June 2011
Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics June 2009 - May 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Food Labelling, Food Regulations, Nutritional Counseling, Nutrition Education, Food Industry, Management, Nutrition, Regulations, Dietetics, Wellness, Health Promotion, Food Safety, Fitness, Medical Nutrition..., Leadership, Food, Health Education, Clinical Nutrition
Education
Pennsylvania State University 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Vanderbilt University 2010 — 2011
Dietetic Intern
Miami University 2006 — 2010
B.S. in Health & Sport Studies, Dietetics
Dolibois European Center, Miami University Luxembourg 2007 — 2008
Senator John Heinz History Center January 2013 - Present
Smithsonian Institution July 2010 - January 2012
Smithsonian Institution July 2011 - September 2011
Howard University Blackburn Center October 2010 - January 2011
PNC March 2009 - June 2010
Chevy Chase Bank (now Capital One) January 2007 - March 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2006 - December 2006
Victorias Secret Stores May 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Fundraising, Public Speaking, Project Management, Program Management, Organizational..., Management, Budgeting, Leadership, Marketing, Public Relations, Proposal Writing, Event Planning, Time Management, Training, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Newsletters, Social Networking, Budgets, Program Development, Blogging, Policy, Social Media, Motivation, Arts Administration, Grants, Creative Writing, Music, Advertising, Museums
Education
Community College of Allegheny County 2015 — 2015
George Mason University
MA, Arts Management
Howard University
BA, Telecommunications Management, Business Administration
Chemonics International April 2014 - Present
The Franklin Schools September 2012 - June 2013
2U April 2011 - September 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association April 2005 - April 2011
Skills
Admissions, Microsoft Office, Editing, Coaching, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Excel, Adobe Connect, Leadership, Training, Teaching, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Team Building, Higher Education, PowerPoint, Management, Social Media, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Program Development, Community Outreach, Academic Advising, Curriculum Design, Volunteer Management, Career Counseling, Fundraising, Student Affairs, Staff Development, Student Development, Student Recruiting, Leadership Development, Adult Education
Education
Trinity University-Washington 2009 — 2010
Master's Degree, Education
Notre Dame of Maryland University 1998 — 2002
BA, International Studies
Bald Head Island Conservancy June 2014 - July 2015
World Wildlife Fund November 2013 - March 2014
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2012 - August 2013
Brewster Food Group January 2012 - August 2012
Thompson Advisory Group LLC (TAG) February 2011 - February 2012
Island Press August 2010 - February 2011
Wake Forest University Office of Sustainability December 2009 - May 2010
The Office of Congressman Frelinghuysen May 2009 - June 2009
Natura May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Research, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Facebook, Editing, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Writing, Press Releases, PowerPoint, Environmental Policy, Non-profits, Social Media Outreach, HTML, Administrative Support, Drupal, Twitter, Constant Contact, Word, Meeting Planning, Spanish, QuarkXPress, Mailings, Database Management, Adobe Creative Suite, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Strategic Partnerships, Partner Development, Partnership Marketing, WordPress, Social Media, Event Planning
Education
American University - Kogod School of Business 2012 — 2014
Master's of Science, Sustainability Management
Wake Forest University 2006 — 2010
BA, History, Journalism, Environmental Studies
Campbell Soup Company January 2011 - July 2015
Pepperidge Farm January 2009 - December 2010
Pepperidge Farm April 2007 - December 2008
Kraft Foods Group January 2001 - April 2007
Mondelēz International December 1995 - January 2001
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 1988 - November 1995
Skills
Food Science, Commercialization, Confectionery, Product Development, Food Processing, Food, HACCP, Process Simulation, R&D, Consumer Products, Product Innovation, Food Industry, Food Safety, FMCG, Ingredients, GMP, Leadership, Cross-functional Team..., Quality System, Research
Education
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign
MS, Food Science (Food Processing and Engineering)
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2015 - Present
American Bus Association December 2013 - March 2015
Presidential Commission for the Study of Bioethical Issues January 2013 - December 2013
TrueChild May 2010 - July 2010
True Blue Inclusion May 2010 - May 2010
Search for Common Ground June 2008 - May 2009
The Phoenix Society August 2007 - December 2007
Skills
Research, Editing, Outlook, Non-profits, Event Planning, Social Media, Public Relations, Social Media Strategist, Crowdsourcing, Twitter, Press Releases, Section 508, Media Advisory, Press Kits, Microsoft Word, SPSS, InDesign, Drupal, Pitching Media, Blogging, Public Speaking, Social Media Marketing, Facebook, Media Relations, Social Networking, Strategic Communications, Photoshop, Proofreading, Cision, Web Content, Nonprofits
Education
American University 2010 — 2012
Master's degree, Public Communications
Grand Valley State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Advertising and Public Relations
Women Write About Comics May 2015 - Present
Forum One Communications November 2013 - Present
FoBoBlo.com - The Foggy Bottom Blog June 2009 - June 2015
Forum One Communications May 2011 - November 2013
Global Health Council September 2010 - April 2011
Bill White for Texas Campaign June 2010 - August 2010
CQ Press April 2008 - May 2010
George Washington University October 2007 - July 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2008 - August 2008
Americans for the Arts September 2007 - November 2007
Skills
Blogging, Web Content Management, Content Management, Facebook, Public Policy, Twitter, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Social Media Marketing, Google Analytics, Nonprofits, Editorial, Copy Editing, WordPress, Copywriting, SEO copywriting, Drupal, Omniture, New Media, Social Media Management, SEOmoz, SEM, Web Content Optimization, Photoshop, CQ5, Premiere Elements, database management, Research, editorial content...
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2011
Master's, Public Policy
The George Washington University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, political communication
Northwest Environmental Business Council (NEBC) 2010 - Present
Wild Fish Conservancy 2006 - 2010
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2001 - 2004
American Society for Engineering Education 1993 - 2001
Skills
Training, Entrepreneurship, Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Environmental Awareness, Non-profits, Leadership, Public Policy, Renewable Energy, Environmental Consulting, Sustainable Development, Energy Policy, Policy, Economic Development, Nonprofits, Energy Efficiency, Environmental Issues, Community Outreach, Water, Environmental Compliance, Remediation, Sustainable Business, Strategy, Corporate Social..., Proposal Writing, Sustainability..., Climate Change, Environmental Education, Sustainable Energy, Environmental Science, Carbon, Waste Management, Environmental Permitting, Carbon Footprinting, Sustainability Reporting, Hazardous Waste..., Waste, Recycling, Environmental Impact..., Environmental..., Groundwater, Water Quality, Environmental..., RCRA, Life Cycle Assessment, Soil, NEPA, Water Resources, Wastewater Treatment, CERCLA
Education
The Catholic University of America
MA
St. Mary's College of Maryland
BA
Structurae, LLC 2015 - Present
Amway 2012 - 2015
Haitong Food Co JV 2009 - 2012
Chiquita Brands 2007 - 2012
Danone Fruit SAS JV 2009 - 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2008 - 2011
Chiquita Brands 2005 - 2007
Procter & Gamble 2001 - 2005
Procter & Gamble 1989 - 2001
Education
Northwestern University - Kellogg School of Management
Executive Scholar
The University of Akron
MBA
Volkswagen of America, Inc May 2010 - Present
Spherion May 2008 - August 2009
Alliance Data July 2007 - March 2008
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2006 - March 2007
Shaw Industries May 2005 - April 2006
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga January 2005 - April 2006
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga August 2004 - December 2005
Skills
Taleo, HRIS, PeopleSoft, Outlook, Employment, Employee Relations, Hiring, New Hire Orientations, Onboarding, Recruiting, Screening Resumes, Interviews, Automotive, Full-cycle Recruiting, Candidate Searching, Candidate Screening, Background Checks, Status Reporting, LinkedIn, Organizing, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Targeted Selection..., Offers, Ceridian, CareerBuilder, Technical Recruiting, Payroll, Applicant Tracking..., Microsoft Office, Human Resources, Negotiation, Sourcing, Training, Benefits Negotiation, Employee Benefits, Getting The Job Done, Workforce Planning, College Recruiting, Performance Management, Talent Acquisition, Internet Recruiting, Job Descriptions, Screening, Temporary Staffing, Succession Planning, Employee Engagement, Employer Branding, HR Policies, Benefits Administration
Education
The University of Tennessee at Chattanooga
MS
Radford University
BS
Carroll County High School
High School Diploma
Bearden High School
Johnson & Johnson July 2015 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2015 - July 2015
Watchdog Real Estate Project Managers May 2014 - August 2014
Coyote Crossing June 2013 - August 2013
CyberSoft Operating Corporation June 2009 - August 2013
Skills
Marketing, Social Networking, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Social Media, Leadership, Sales, Customer Service, Management, Public Speaking, Project Management, Budgets, Time Management, Finance
Education
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Altoona 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Marketing and Managment
Plymouth Whitemarsh High School 2009 — 2012
The Clorox Company August 2014 - Present
The Clorox Company February 2014 - August 2014
The Clorox Company April 2013 - February 2014
Alphabet Group July 2012 - April 2013
First Republic Bank June 2011 - May 2012
AABB March 2006 - May 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 2005 - March 2006
American Gaming Association July 1998 - March 2005
Inova Health System April 1996 - July 1998
Burson-Marsteller November 1988 - April 1996
Skills
Writing, Strategic Communications, Editing, Proofreading, Newsletters, Issues Management, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Web Content, Email Marketing, AP style writing, Public Relations, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Media Relations, Event Planning, Direct Mail, Creative Direction, Strategy, Publications, Advertising, Editorial, Crisis Communications, Press Releases, Copywriting, Publicity, Speech Writing, Integrated Marketing, Content Management, AP Style
Education
Middlebury College
Bachelor of Arts, History
The George Washington University
Desktop Publishing Specialist Program
ACME Public Affairs 2015 - Present
Goddard Gunster, Inc. 2015 - Present
DineEquity, Inc. 2011 - 2015
Kraft Foods 2007 - 2011
Altria 2003 - 2007
Altria 2000 - 2003
Altria 1997 - 2000
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1992 - 1997
California State Assembly 1987 - 1992
Skills
Government Relations, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Legislation, Public Affairs, Media Relations, Government, Politics, Legislative Relations, Policy, Speech Writing, Lobbying, Grassroots Organizing, Public Relations, Message Development, Strategic Planning, Crisis Communications, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Political Campaigns, Public Speaking, Crisis Management, Grassroots
Education
San Francisco State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), magna cum laude
Balch & Bingham LLP June 2013 - Present
Hengen Group, L.L.C June 2009 - June 2013
Colling Swift & Hynes September 2005 - May 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2003 - September 2005
US Senator Trent Lott (R-MS) 2002 - 2003
Skills
Legislative Relations, Coalitions, Legislation, Strategic Communications, Government, Public Policy, Politics, Strategic Planning, Policy, Public Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Media Relations, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Political Consulting, Political Campaigns, Policy Analysis, Public Affairs, Leadership, Community Development, International Relations, Grassroots
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2004 — 2006
M.A., Government & Policy: Zanvyl Krieger School of Arts and Sciences
University of Mississippi 1998 — 2002
Bachelor's Degree, Political Science
WhiteWave Foods August 2012 - July 2015
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 2007 - August 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 2007 - February 2011
VA-MD Regional College of Veterinary Medicine, Virginia Tech June 2007 - October 2007
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University August 2005 - May 2007
Skills
FSMA, Food Safety, HACCP, Project Management, Dairy Science, Cheese, Food Microbiology, Food Industry, Microbiology, Food, Regulatory Affairs, Science, Food Processing, Quality Management, Product Development, Quality System, FDA, Quality Assurance, GMP, Cross-functional Team..., Food Science, Sop, Validation, Supply Chain Management, Quality Auditing, Biotechnology, Laboratory, Lifesciences, R&D, Ingredients, Supply Chain, Quality Control, Food Technology, Consumer Products, Commercialization
Education
Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University 2005 — 2007
M.S., Food Science & Technology
George Mason University 2001 — 2005
B.S., Biology
Berry College August 2006 - Present
Berry College June 2011 - May 2015
National History Center July 2011 - August 2011
The Wolfsonian June 2007 - July 2007
IUPUI 2005 - 2006
Indiana University Bloomington 1999 - 2006
Belgian American Educational Foundation September 2002 - May 2003
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1997 - 1999
Education
Indiana University Bloomington 1999 — 2006
Ph.D., Modern European History
Wake Forest University 1991 — 1995
BA, History
St. John's International
Capital One July 2015 - Present
Leidos July 2013 - July 2015
Freddie Mac January 2011 - July 2013
MicroStrategy October 2010 - December 2010
Scottrade Inc October 2009 - February 2010
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2009 - August 2009
The Washington Post January 2006 - March 2009
Skills
Internal Controls, Financial Analysis, Internal Audit, Financial Reporting, Sarbanes-Oxley Act, Auditing, Operational Risk, Operational Risk..., Microsoft Excel, Financial Risk, GAAP, Enterprise Risk..., Financial Accounting, Accounting, Corporate Finance, Tax, Analysis, Banking, Sarbanes-Oxley, Hyperion EPM
Education
George Mason University 2005 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (BS), Accounting and Finance, 3.44
Cookology (Chefology, LLC) July 2008 - Present
Toober Group September 2012 - December 2014
Pax Mondial Limited October 2009 - November 2009
McKinley Marketing Partners April 2006 - July 2008
Aaxis Technologies October 2004 - April 2006
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2003 - October 2004
Professional Staff Nurses Association August 2001 - August 2003
RSIS March 1998 - February 2001
Discovery Communications, International Division May 1995 - March 1998
Skills
Website Development, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Media Relations, Public Relations, Event Management, Strategic Communications, Corporate Communications, Press Releases, Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Email Marketing, Direct Marketing, New Business Development, Pricing Optimization, Pricing Strategy, Brand Strengthening, SOP authoring, Content Development, Brand Development, Business Development, SEO, Trade Shows, Creative Direction, Business Strategy, Sales, Web Content, Program Management, Online Marketing, Management, Leadership, Advertising, Content Management, Online Advertising, Training, Entrepreneurship, Budgets, B2B Marketing, Editing, Lead Generation, Facebook, Small Business, Project Management, Newsletters, Social Networking, Blogging, Strategic Partnerships, Web Design
Education
Cornell University Graduate School 2014 — 2014
Certificate, Plant-Based Nutrition
The Johns Hopkins University - Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS) 1997 — 1998
Writing Seminars
University of Maryland College Park 1991 — 1995
Bachelors of Arts, English Literature; Journalism
Escambia County, Florida January 2005 - Present
MSNBC 2003 - 2004
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2001 - 2003
U.S. Representative Joe Scarborough 1995 - 2001
Skills
Politics, Public Affairs, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Leadership, Government, Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Team Building, Customer Service, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Political Campaigns, Media Relations, Crisis Communications, Editing, Press Releases, Management
Education
University of Florida
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Grant Thornton LLP September 2015 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2013 - August 2015
Consumer Specialty Products Association September 2011 - June 2013
Florida Memorial University January 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Press Releases, Event Management, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Research, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Policy, Microsoft Excel, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Politics, Government, Leadership
Education
Florida State University 2009 — 2010
Bachelors, Humanities
Florida State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelors, International Affairs / Marketing
Kellogg Company March 2011 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2005 - March 2011
Pinnacle Foods Corporation May 2001 - June 2003
Vlasic Foods International February 1998 - May 2001
Campbell Soup Company April 1986 - February 1998
Armour Dial Corporation April 1982 - April 1986
Skills
Food Science, Microbiology, Quality Assurance, Food Industry, Food, HACCP, GMP, Food Processing, Food Microbiology, Quality System, Food Technology, Food Safety, Food Manufacturing, Laboratory, FDA, R&D, Regulatory Affairs, Meat, Validation
Education
Penn State University
Graduate Certificate, Agridultural Biosecurity and Food Defense
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick 1988 — 1997
Ph. D., Food Science / Microbiology
University of Delaware 1979 — 1981
MS, Food Science (Microbiology)
University of Delaware 1974 — 1978
BA, Biology
Caesar Rodney High School
U.S. Federal Government December 2010 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association April 2008 - December 2010
U.S. Federal Government 2004 - April 2008
Skills
Policy, Public Policy, Politics, Government, Legislative Relations, Legislation, International Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Food Processing, Strategic Planning, Project Team Management, Project Management
Education
The George Washington University - School of Business 2013 — 2014
Master's Certificate, Project Management
Chopticon High School 1982 — 1986
American Cleaning Institute October 2000 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1997 - 2000
U.S. Rep. Charles Bass 1995 - 1997
U.S. House of Representatives 1989 - 1997
U.S. House of Representatives 1989 - 1997
U.S. Rep. Cliff Stearns 1994 - 1995
Rep. George Gekas 1990 - 1994
Skills
Marketing, Public Relations, Public Policy, Event Planning, Strategic Communications, Marketing Strategy, Media Relations, Nonprofits, Social Media, Project Management, Non-profits, Press Releases, Strategic Planning, Crisis Communications, Public Speaking, Strategy, Marketing Communications, Market Research, Competitive Analysis, Community Outreach, Event Management, Cross-functional Team..., New Business Development, Integrated Marketing, Management, Fundraising, Association Management, Research, Corporate Communications, Internal Communications, Social Media Marketing, Leadership, Grassroots Organizing, Message Development, Coalitions, Public Affairs, Speech Writing
Education
Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania 1981 — 1985
B.A., Journalism
inStream April 2015 - Present
inStream 2015 - 2015
Diamond Foods, Inc. June 2010 - July 2013
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 1995 - May 2010
Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) June 1985 - March 1995
U.S. Chamber of Commerce January 1984 - June 1985
Skills
Strategy, Leadership, Public Policy, Business Development, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Legislative Relations, Enterprise Software, Spokesperson, Consumer Products, Cross-functional Team..., Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Food, Marketing Communications, P&L Management, Public Relations, Product Development, Market Research
Education
Indiana University Bloomington
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Public Policy Analysis
Marymount University
International Life Science Institute, North America March 2013 - Present
International Life Sciences Institute North America August 2011 - Present
Finn Parks and Associates March 2011 - December 2011
American Council for Fitness and Nutrition January 2006 - March 2011
FoodMinds September 2007 - June 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2002 - September 2007
Nestle Product Technology Center, Inc January 1983 - May 2002
Skills
Nutrition Education, Nutrition, Public Health
Education
Syracuse University
Master of Science, Nutrition
University of Delaware
BS, Food Science/Nutritional Science
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2015 - Present
Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity November 2014 - Present
Caffé Gelato Restaurant and Catering September 2013 - Present
University of Delaware February 2015 - May 2015
Phi Kappa Psi Fraternity November 2013 - November 2014
Skills
Leadership, Food Science, Team Management, Public Speaking, Team Leadership, Food Industry, Chemistry, Food Safety, Teamwork, Food Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, SPME, Food, GMP, Microbiology, GC-MS, Food Manufacturing, HACCP, Food Technology, Food Processing, Product Development, Sensory Evaluation, Quality Assurance, Consumer Products, Ingredients, Student Leadership, Management, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Research, Social Media
Education
University of Delaware 2012 — 2016
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Food Science, Senior
Delaware Military Academy 2008 — 2012
High School Diploma w/ Honors
TIA 2010 - Present
Biotechnology Institute 2008 - 2010
Points of Light Foundation 2006 - 2008
Committee For Economic Development 2004 - 2006
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2001 - 2004
May Department Stores-Hecht’s/Strawbridge’s 1997 - 2001
Macy's 1995 - 1997
Woodward & Lothrop/John Wanamaker's 1993 - 1995
Skills
Planning, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Non-profits, Fundraising, Writing, Marketing Strategy, Budgeting, New Business Development, Program Development, Membership Relations, Databases, Association Management, Customer Service, Media Relations, Project Planning, Nonprofits, Program Management, Budgets, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Marketing, Proposal Writing, Corporate Communications, Membership Development, Membership, Member Relations, Crisis Communications, Strategy, Event Planning, Leadership, Social Media, Event Management
Education
University of Florida 1984 — 1988
Bachelor’s Degree
Bright Horizons
Woodburn Elementary
Memorial Healthcare System 2015 - Present
Memorial Healthcare System - Memorial Hospital Pembroke 2013 - 2015
AgroTrade America 2012 - 2013
Children's Health System 2007 - 2012
Development Gateway / World Bank 2004 - 2007
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2001 - 2004
Skills
Workforce Planning, Workforce Managment, Talent Management, Talent Acquisition, Human Capital Management, Organizational..., Organizational Design, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Change Management, Coaching, Mergers, Leadership Development, Management, Leadership, Deferred Compensation, Applicant Tracking..., Personnel Management, Recruiting, Onboarding, Employee Benefits, Human Resources, Strategy, Training, Performance Management
Education
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
B.S., Aeronautical Science, Cum Laude
University of Maryland College Park
MBA, Business Administration and Management, General
University of Maryland University College
M.S., Management/Human Resource Management
The University of Texas at Austin
Executive Education Program
Leamy Realty Group January 2010 - Present
Marston Family Vineyard October 2005 - Present
Mohr Partners, Inc. March 2006 - December 2009
Nossaman, Guthner, Knox & Elliott, LLP October 2003 - February 2006
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2002 - August 2002
Education
Princeton University 1999 — 2003
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 1996 - Present
Food Marketing Institute November 1989 - October 1996
Dynamic Systems February 1987 - November 1989
Skills
Organizational..., Change Management, Building Strong Teams, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Talent Management, Executive Coaching, Team Building, High Performance Teams, Succession Planning, Personnel Management, Human Resources, Organizational..., Nonprofits, Performance Management, Employee Benefits, Employee Engagement, Management, Leadership, Onboarding, Recruiting, Interviews, Workforce Planning, HRIS, Policy, Public Speaking, Strategy, Training
Education
Marymount University 1988 — 1990
Master of Arts, Human Resources Management
Butler University 1980 — 1982
Bachelor's, Psychology
Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) June 2013 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) June 2011 - May 2013
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2010 - June 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2008 - December 2009
Skills
Public Relations, Social Media, Press Releases, Newsletters, Marketing, Management, Media Relations
Education
Mercyhurst University 2002 — 2006
B.A. in Communications, Journalism
Charlie Trotters To Go September 2003 - February 2004
Chicago Tribune June 1999 - June 2002
The American Dietetic Association August 1995 - August 1999
Edelman May 1994 - June 1995
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 1993 - May 1994
Skills
Food, Cooking, Culinary, Recipes, Recipe Testing, Writing, Teaching, Research, Food Writing, Public Speaking, Nutrition, Culinary Skills, Food Safety, Magazines, Cookbooks, Menu Development, Restaurants, Blogging, Editing, Gourmet, Journalism, Food Industry, Hospitality, Cuisine
Education
The Cooking and Hospitality Institute (Le Cordon Bleu)
Professional Cooking
University of Illinois at Chicago
Bachelor of Science, Nutrition and Medical Dietetics
Grocery Manufacturers Association November 2011 - August 2012
GS 1 US May 2004 - December 2005
Campbell Sales Company August 2003 - May 2004
Campbell Sales Company August 2000 - July 2003
Campbell Sales Company August 1999 - July 2000
Kraft Foods November 1995 - October 1997
Kraft Foods November 1995 - October 1997
Procter & Gamble June 1988 - November 1995
Skills
Consumer Products, Business Development, Food, Sales Management, Business Planning, Sales, Cross-functional Team..., Management, Strategy, Strategic Planning, Competitive Analysis, Marketing Strategy
Education
Miami University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor of Arts, Speech Communication/ Public Relations
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2014 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2014 - Present
HBO July 2013 - August 2014
RCN July 2009 - July 2013
National Center for Missing & Exploited Children January 2008 - July 2009
Campbell-Ewald 2007 - 2007
Chicago Festival Association September 2006 - December 2006
Hyde Leadership Public Charter School January 2004 - August 2005
Baker Wambu & Associates June 2004 - September 2004
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Social Media, Integrated Marketing, Digital Marketing, Advertising, Public Relations, Event Planning, Event Management, Marketing, Email Marketing, Online Advertising, Digital Strategy, Strategic Planning, Media Relations, Blogging, Google Analytics, Social Networking, Account Management, Corporate Communications
Education
Roosevelt University 2006 — 2007
Masters of Science, Integrated Marketing Communication
Howard University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Cass Technical High School
Cass Technical High School
Cass Technical High School
DuPont December 2010 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2006 - May 2011
California State Legislature October 1996 - April 2006
Skills
Government, Legislation, Legislative Relations
Education
Lincoln Law School 2000 — 2004
JD
University of California, Santa Barbara 1992 — 1996
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Healthcare Distribuion Management Association HDMA January 2011 - Present
Healthcare Distribution Management Association 2007 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association (GMA) 1997 - 2007
Grocery Manufacturers of America 1997 - 2007
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1997 - 2007
Skills
Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Program Management, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Strategic Communications, Leadership, Team Leadership, Supply Chain, Business Development, Integration, Business Intelligence, Nonprofits, Change Management, Team Building, Management
Education
University of Hartford 1979 — 1983
Mechanical Engineering
Grocery Manufacturers Association April 2013 - Present
American Bar Association, Antitrust Section July 2010 - June 2013
Wine & Spirits Wholesalers of America January 2008 - April 2013
O'Melveny & Myers LLP January 2002 - January 2008
U.S. Federal Trade Commission September 1995 - January 2002
Skills
Litigation, Leadership, Public Policy, Consumer Products, Mergers & Acquisitions, Government, Contract Negotiation, Intellectual Property, Joint Ventures, Corporate Law, Licensing, Competition Law, Corporate Governance, Commercial Litigation, Policy Analysis
Education
George Mason University School of Law 1991 — 1995
J.D.
Hobart and William Smith Colleges 1985 — 1989
B.A., Economics
IMG Live, LLC January 2014 - Present
MWW June 2013 - January 2014
National Basketball Association June 2010 - March 2013
Momentum Worldwide October 2009 - June 2010
Momentum Worldwide May 2007 - October 2009
Washington Wizards 2006 - 2007
Washington Wizards 2004 - 2006
Leading Authorities, Inc. 2003 - 2004
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2001 - 2003
Education
Boston College 1996 — 2000
Arts & Sciences
Consumer Specialty Products Association March 2014 - Present
Consumer Specialty Products Association October 2010 - February 2014
California Department of Housing and Community Development April 2009 - September 2010
Lawson & Associates Government Relations December 2008 - April 2009
California Grocers Association February 2006 - October 2008
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2001 - February 2006
Agricultural Council of California September 1996 - January 2001
Skills
Government Relations, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Issues Management, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Media Relations, Government Affairs, Coalition Building, Lobbying, Coalitions, Government, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Legislation, Community Outreach, Politics, Policy Analysis, Grassroots Organizing, State Government, Strategy, Political Campaigns, Public Affairs, Policy, Message Development, Speech Writing, Political Communication, Political Consulting, Governmental Affairs, Legislative Affairs, Crisis Communications, Economic Development, Legislative Research, Political Science, Crisis Management, Spokesperson, Wine Tasting, Grassroots, Sustainability, Agriculture
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
BA, political science
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo
MA, education
University of Vermont October 2014 - Present
Microbial Risk Analysis, Elsevier January 2015 - Present
Institute of Microbiology, Universidad Austral de Chile November 2009 - Present
The University of Alabama at Birmingham 2010 - Present
Institute for Environmental Health, Inc., March 2012 - September 2014
Alabama State University September 2009 - February 2012
Auburn University August 2003 - August 2009
Neogen Corporation March 2002 - July 2003
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 2000 - February 2002
Sanderson Farms December 1999 - September 2000
Skills
Microbiology, Food Microbiology, Molecular Biology, PCR, Food Science, Lifesciences, Biochemistry, Science, Food Safety, qPCR, HACCP, Biotechnology, Research, DNA, RT-PCR, Laboratory, Infectious Diseases, Immunohistochemistry, Tissue Culture, Sequencing, Public Health, Assay Development
Education
Auburn University 1994 — 1997
PhD, Microbiology/Food Safety
Auburn University 1992 — 1994
MS, Microbiology/Food Safety
Grocery Manufacturers Association May 2014 - Present
Real-Estate Contract Attorney October 2013 - March 2014
Leavitt Partners January 2013 - October 2013
Walmart 2013 - 2013
Barritt Smith LLP October 2011 - March 2012
Utah 4th District Courts June 2010 - April 2011
Skills
Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Westlaw, Litigation, Research, Criminal Law, Civil Litigation, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Social Media, Outlook, Courts, Editing, Photoshop, Mediation, Legal Assistance, Document Drafting, Motions, Dispute
Education
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 2012 — 2013
Master of Laws (LL.M.), Food and Agricultural Law
Brigham Young University—J. Reuben Clark Law School 2008 — 2011
Doctor of Law (JD), Law
UCLA 2002 — 2008
Bachelor's degree, Political Science and Government
Bush Brothers & Company May 2000 - Present
Institute of Food Technologists May 2013 - Present
I.F.T. June 2011 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2003 - Present
The Pillsbury Company 1997 - 2000
The Pillsbury Company 1995 - 1997
The Pillsbury Company 1993 - 1995
The Pillsbury Company 1991 - 1993
Diageo 1989 - 1991
Mars Confectionery May 1985 - June 1989
Skills
Food, Product Development, Dairy, R&D, Bakery, Dairy Products, Frozen Food, Management, Packaging, Program Management, Food Science, Food Processing, Food Industry, Food Safety, HACCP, Consumer Products, GMP, Ingredients, Cross-functional Team..., Commercialization
Education
University of Exeter 1980 — 1983
Ph.D., Chemistry
University of Exeter 1977 — 1980
B.Sc. Honors, Chemistry
Decernis LLC May 2015 - Present
Deloitte & Touche LLP April 2012 - May 2015
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 2008 - June 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 2006 - December 2007
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 2005 - July 2006
United Fresh Produce Association July 1998 - August 1999
Skills
Food Science, Food Industry, Food Safety, HACCP, Food, Ingredients, Regulatory Affairs, GMP, Quality Assurance, Food Processing, FDA, Microbiology, Quality System, Food Microbiology, Nutrition
Education
University of Georgia 1999 — 2002
MS, Food Science
Virginia Tech 1993 — 1997
BS, Nutrition
The Hershey Company 2011 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 2007 - April 2011
Food Marketing Institute March 2006 - March 2007
United States House of Representatives, House Rules Committee July 2001 - March 2006
Education
University of California, Santa Barbara 1997 — 2001
B.A, Economics, Political Science
JP Morgan Chase 2008 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association April 2007 - September 2008
Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP June 2001 - April 2007
US Trade Representative 1999 - 2001
Education
University of Delaware 1982 — 1986
BA, Political Science
ToxPro Solutions, LLC October 2014 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2011 - October 2014
Campbell Soup Company February 1985 - July 2011
Skills
HACCP, Food Safety, Food, Toxicology, Nutrition, Management, Food Science, Food Processing, Food Industry, Laboratory, Food Microbiology, Microbiology, GMP, Cross-functional Team..., Regulatory Affairs, Supply Chain, R&D, Product Development, Ingredients, Sensory Evaluation, Quality System, Food Quality, Food Manufacturing, SQF, Food Technology, Flavors, Consumer Products, BRC, Meat, ISO 22000, FDA, Sanitation, Dairy Products, Dairy, Quality Assurance, Bakery, Frozen Food, Food Safety Management..., FMCG, Raw Materials, Commercialization, Confectionery, Aseptic Processing, Quality Auditing, Fermentation, Food Chemistry
Education
Cornell University 1982 — 1985
Ph.D., Toxicology
University of California, Davis 1979 — 1981
None, Nutrition
Iowa State University 1977 — 1979
M.S., Nutrition
State University of New York College at Buffalo 1973 — 1977
B.S., Nutrition
Mitsubishi April 2010 - Present
Association Management Group November 2009 - May 2010
Society of Competitive Intelligence Professionals August 2008 - August 2009
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1995 - 2008
Skills
Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Team..., Non-profits, Event Planning, Community Outreach
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas
B.S., M.S., Nutrition, Business
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2015 - Present
Food Waste Reduction Alliance June 2015 - Present
Public Relations Society of America (PRSA) March 2014 - Present
Washington Women in Public Relations March 2011 - Present
Skills
Graphic Design, Visual Communication, PowerPoint skills, PowerPoint, InDesign, Excel, Pamphlets, Fact Sheets, Press Releases, Document Design, Public Relations, Event Management, Social Media, Strategic Communications, Research, Crisis Communications, Event Planning, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Excel, Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Marketing, Message Development, Media Relations, Public Affairs, Editing, Facebook, Cision, Corporate Communications, Reputation Management, Internal Communications, Strategy, Corporate Social...
Education
The Catholic University of America 2003 — 2007
BA, Communication and Media Studies
Ridge High School 1999 — 2003
National Business Group on Health January 2015 - Present
National Business Group on Health January 2013 - December 2014
National Business Group on Health February 2007 - December 2012
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2006 - December 2006
United States House of Representatives January 2006 - May 2006
United States Senate August 2005 - January 2006
Skills
Policy, Nonprofits, Management, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Government, Healthcare, Legislative Relations
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2009 — 2011
Masters of Arts, Government
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2000 — 2004
BA, Political Science, Italian
Università per Stranieri di Perugia 2003 — 2003
Italian Language
Nance Law Firm, PLC School Board MemberCity of RichmondJanuary 2003 - September 2004
Hirschler Fleischer September 1999 - September 2002
Sands Anderson Marks & Miller March 1998 - August 1999
Sands Anderson PC 1997 - 1998
DeRand Corporation June 1984 - February 1991
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 1983 - May 1984
U.S. House of Representatives January 1975 - September 1979
Skills
Elder Law, Plannning, Estate Planning, Succession Planning, Wills, Asset Protection, LLC, Trusts, Medicaid, Arbitration, Litigation, Appeals, Legal Assistance, Legal Issues, Legal Writing, Powers of Attorney, Estate Administration, Business Formation, Estate Law, Estate Tax Planning
Education
George Mason University School of Law 1979 — 1982
JD, Law
William & Mary 1971 — 1974
BA, History
Florida Southern College 1969 — 1971
American Forest & Paper Association October 2008 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 2007 - October 2008
C&M Capitolink and Crowell & Morning 2006 - 2007
Office of Information & Regulatory Affairs, U.S. Office of Management and Budget 2001 - 2006
Senate Governmental Affairs Committee 1995 - 2001
Ropes & Gray LLP 1992 - 1994
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom 1989 - 1992
The Honorable Charles R. Richey, U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia 1990 - 1991
U.S. Department of Justice, Environmental Enforcement Section 1987 - 1988
U.S. Department of Energy, Office of Hearings and Appeals 1985 - 1987
Skills
Energy, Regulatory Affairs, Coalitions, Public Policy, Sustainability, Legislation, Public Affairs, Climate Change, Policy Analysis, Legal Research, Politics, Media Relations, Policy, Legislative Relations, Government, Energy Policy, Environmental Policy, Crisis Communications, Program Management, International Relations, Administrative Law
Education
Institute for Organization Management, U.S. Chamber of Commerce 2012 — 2014
Certificate in Non-Profit Organization Management
Georgetown University Law Center 1986 — 1990
Juris Doctor (J.D.), law
Williams College
Bachelor's Degree
HDMA - Healthcare Distribution Management Association January 2015 - Present
Healthcare Distribution Management Association January 2010 - Present
ConferenceDirect January 2008 - March 2010
National Apartment Association September 1997 - March 2000
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1989 - 1997
Grocery Manufacturers of America 1989 - 1997
Skills
Event Planning, Meeting Planning, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Marketing Communications, Registration, Contract Negotiation, Marketing, Management, Marketing Strategy, Team Building, Public Policy, Crisis Communications, Leadership
Education
James Madison University 1982 — 1985
BS, Hotel Restaurant Management
Colgate Palmolive August 2007 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2006 - 2007
ConAgra Foods 2000 - 2006
Nabisco 1982 - 1999
Skills
FMCG, Personal Care, GMP, FDA, Manufacturing, Food Science, Lean Manufacturing, Strategic Planning, Innovation Management, Business Strategy, HACCP, Food Industry
Education
Fairleigh Dickinson University
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General
Rutgers University
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Food Science
University of Delaware
Bachelor of Science (BS), Food Science
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 2015 - Present
PreScouter, Inc. April 2015 - Present
De Gruyter Open February 2015 - 2015
University of Wisconsin-Madison August 2009 - December 2014
University of Wisconsin-Madison August 2012 - December 2013
Oklahoma State University September 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Food Science, Microbiology, Laboratory, Food Microbiology, Science, Food Industry, Meat, Food, HPLC, PCR, Molecular Biology, Experimental Design, Analytical Chemistry, Chemistry, R&D, Statistics, Research, Data Analysis, Food Safety, Teaching
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2009 — 2014
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Food Science
Oklahoma State University 2006 — 2009
Master of Science (M.S.), Food Science
M.S Ramaiah Institute of Technology 2002 — 2006
2006, Chemical Engineering
Kimberly-Clark March 2014 - Present
Kimberly-Clark February 2012 - February 2014
Philip Morris USA July 2010 - December 2011
Spring Again LLC May 2009 - August 2009
National Grocers Association December 2006 - July 2008
Grocery Manufacturers Association August 2004 - November 2006
Skills
Brand Management, Integrated Marketing, Multicultural Marketing, Strategy, Digital Marketing, Business Planning, Agency Leadership, Consumer Products, Customer Insight, Marketing, Cross-functional Team..., Marketing Strategy
Education
Indiana University - Kelley School of Business 2008 — 2010
MBA, Marketing
Wake Forest University 2000 — 2004
BS, Business
NCompass International September 2003 - Present
RPMC, Inc 1994 - August 2003
Earth Communications Office (ECO) 2001 - 2003
Club Med 1983 - 1994
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1982 - 1983
Skills
Marketing Strategy, Gambling, Entertainment, Film, Promotions, Business Strategy, Marketing, New Media, Social Media Marketing, Events, Live Events, Hospitality, Innovation, Customer Experience, Digital Marketing..., Music, Video Games, Event Producing, Integrated Marketing, Event Planning, Creative Direction, Advertising, Brand Development, Brand Management, Event Management, Social Media, Relationship Marketing, Sponsorship, Digital Marketing, Digital Media, Strategic Partnerships, Sales, Marketing Communications, Public Relations, Social Networking, Direct Marketing, Online Advertising, Product Marketing, Brand Awareness, Email Marketing, Market Planning, Trade Shows, Copywriting, Digital Strategy, Interactive Marketing, Facebook, SEO, Brand Activation, Guerrilla Marketing, Viral Marketing
Education
Penn State University 1978 — 1982
BA, Business/Marketing/HPA
Penn State University
Pinnacle Foods Corporation 2012 - Present
Rutgers University September 2009 - December 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association July 2010 - August 2010
CFSAN June 2010 - July 2010
Tate & Lyle June 2009 - August 2009
Rutgers University September 2008 - May 2009
PepsiCo June 2008 - August 2008
Education
Rutgers, The State University of New Jersey-New Brunswick 2009 — 2011
MS, Food Science
Rutgers University-New Brunswick 2005 — 2009
BS, Food Science
Nielsen Company January 2015 - Present
Nielsen Company June 2014 - December 2014
Cascade Foods May 2011 - December 2013
Seneca Foods Corporation, Janesville, WI, USA June 2010 - April 2011
Grocery Manufacturers Association November 2009 - May 2010
Bush Brothers & Company June 2009 - October 2009
Skills
Food Safety, Food Industry, Food Processing, Food, Team Building, Supply Chain, R&D, Thermal Processing, Vendor Management, Inventory Management, Strategic Sourcing, HACCP, Continuous Improvement, Cross-functional Team..., Quality Assurance, Supply Chain Operations, Strategic Procurement, Market Research, Business Consulting, Data Analysis
Education
University of Arkansas at Fayetteville 2014 — 2015
MBA, Supply Chain & Marketing
The Ohio State University 2006 — 2009
MS, Food Engineering
Indian Institute of Technology, Delhi 2002 — 2004
MTech, Industrial Engineering
Maharana Pratap University of Agriculture and Technology 1998 — 2002
BE, Agricultural Engineering
USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture May 2014 - Present
USDA Office of the Chief Scientist May 2013 - May 2014
USDA National Institute of Food and Agriculture September 2009 - May 2013
International Association for Food Protection July 2011 - July 2012
USDA Foreign Agricultural Service October 2007 - September 2009
US Department of Agriculture Food safety and Inspection Service August 2005 - October 2007
International Life Sciences Institute 2000 - 2005
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 1992 - January 2000
Skills
Food Safety, Food Microbiology, Microbiology, HACCP, Risk Assessment, Food Science, Food Security, Food Technology, Agriculture, Epidemiology, Capacity Building, Food Quality, Science, Quality System, Leadership, Poultry, R&D, GMP, Nutrition, Regulatory Affairs, Research, Dairy, Quality Assurance, Quality Management, Quality Control, Environmental Health, Quality Auditing, Food Industry, Infectious Diseases, Veterinary Medicine, Food Processing, Grants, Government, Sanitation, Meat, Biotechnology, FDA, Ingredients
Education
USDA Agricultural Research Service 1991 — 1992
Post Doctoral Fellowship, Food Microbiology
Ulster University
Ph.D, Food Microbiology
International Life Sciences Institute September 2012 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2012 - September 2012
Keystone Foods May 2010 - September 2010
Skills
Science, Research, Data Analysis, Statistics, Public Health, Public Speaking, Program Evaluation, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Teaching
Education
The George Washington University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Public Health
Cornell University 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (BS), Nutrition Sciences
St. Augustine College Prep 2003 — 2007
Alvernia University 2014 - Present
Schuylkill Alliance for Health Care November 2003 - Present
AHEDD 2003 - 2005
Valley Associates 1993 - 2003
Grocery Manufacturers Association 1985 - 1991
Skills
Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Public Affairs, Nonprofits, Non-profit..., Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Community Development, Volunteer Management, Leadership, Board Development, Strategic Public..., Grant Writing and..., Conference Coordination, Post-Secondary...
Education
Alvernia University 2002 — 2004
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Marketing Communications/Non-Profit Mgmt
Indiana University of PA 1978 — 1982
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marketing/Journalism
Nativity BVM High School, Pottsville, PA
U.S. Coast Guard August 2013 - Present
National Pollution Funds Center, USCG May 2011 - August 2013
Newspaper Association of America January 2007 - August 2007
Sergeant at Arms, U.S. House of Representatives August 2006 - December 2006
Grocery Manufacturers Association January 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Public Policy, Westlaw, Civil Litigation, Criminal Law, Courts, International Law, Commercial Litigation, Trials, Mediation, Appeals, Arbitration, Legal Issues, Product Liability
Education
Leiden University 2009 — 2010
LL.M., Public International Law
Villanova University School of Law 2007 — 2010
J.D., Law
The George Washington University 2002 — 2006
B.A., English
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2014 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2010 - Present
NVT STAFFING November 2009 - July 2010
Dewberry January 2010 - May 2010
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Program Management, Event Planning, Event Management, Meeting Planning, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Strategic Planning, Fundraising, Non-profits, Food Safety, Government, Budget Monitoring, Budget Proposals, Proposal Writing, Editing, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Policy, Program Development, Visio, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Training, Community Outreach, Team Facilitation, Organizational..., Research, Leadership
Education
George Mason University 2005 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Theatre/Theater
ASTD Managing Learning Programs Workshop
ASTD Managing Learning Programs Workshop
U.S. Merit Systems Protection Board August 2014 - Present
Pillsbury Winthrop Shaw Pittman, LLP January 2010 - August 2013
Federal Communications Commission June 2007 - August 2007
Grocery Manufacturers Association December 2003 - June 2006
Skills
Government Contracts Law, Bid Protests, Mergers & Acquisitions, Government Procurement, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Due Diligence, Licensing, Intellectual Property, Small Business..., Federal Government..., M&A experience, Contract Negotiation, Government Contract..., SBA, Strategic Planning, Regulations, Joint Ventures, Federal Employment Law, Administrative Law, Adjudication
Education
The College of William and Mary - Marshall Wythe Law School 2006 — 2009
Doctor of Law (JD)
University of California, Davis 1999 — 2003
B.A., Political Science
North American Millers' Assn. 2010 - Present
North American Millers' Association 2010 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2003 - 2010
Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Politics, Grassroots Organizing, Legislation, Political Campaigns, Crisis Communications, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Government, Public Relations, Public Affairs, Strategic Planning
Education
Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Bachelor of Science (BS), Political Science and Government
Grocery Manufacturers Association April 2005 - Present
Skills
Strategic Planning, Leadership, Management, Cross-functional Team..., Project Management, Contract Negotiations
Education
Indiana University of Pennsylvania 1993 — 1997
Bachelor’s Degree, International Relations and Affairs
Wissahickon High School 1989 — 1993
Copper Canyon Grill August 2012 - Present
The Brookings Institution February 2010 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association October 2007 - December 2010
Grocery Manufacturers Association September 2006 - December 2009
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Social Media, Event Planning
Education
Montgomery College 1996 — 1997
Town of Brookline Dept. of Public Health June 2006 - Present
Grocery Manufacturers Association 2005 - 2005
Skills
Food Policy, regulatory enforcement, Nutritional Analysis, Management Control
Education
Tufts University 2001 — 2006
Master of Science (MS), Agriculture Food & Environment
The University of Connecticut 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Nutrition Sciences
Grocery Manufacturers Association March 2013 - Present
Ohio Department of Health July 2012 - November 2012
Ohio Department of Health July 2010 - June 2012
Veterans Affairs Hospital December 2008 - June 2010
LifeTime Fitness July 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Public Health, Nutrition, Certified Lactation..., Wellness, Nutrition Education, Prevention, Grants, Policy, Health Promotion, Dietetics, Program Management, Training, Program Development, Program Evaluation
Education
The Ohio State University 2006 — 2008
Master's degree, Clinical Nutrition
Saint Louis University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor's of Science, Nutrition and Dietetics
Grocery Manufacturers Association June 2013 - Present
Xsport Fitness June 2012 - Present
Logan's Roadhouse October 2009 - January 2012
Tween Brands September 2008 - October 2009
Education
Radford University 2011 — 2013