Friends of the National Zoo
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Friends of the National Zoo Employees
Ridgewells Catering March 2015 - Present
Washington Jewish Film Festival February 2013 - March 2015
Washington Jewish Film Festival December 2012 - January 2013
Friends of the National Zoo August 2012 - December 2012
Children's Museum of Phoenix September 2009 - May 2011
Skills
Coordinating Events, Event Planning, Non-profits, Visitor Services, Volunteer Management, Customer Service, Raiser's Edge, Fundraisers, Event Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Museums, Community Outreach, Social Networking, Program Development
Education
Arizona State University
BA, Communication
Epic September 2013 - Present
Crimson Hexagon November 2012 - September 2013
Lincoln Park Zoo March 2013 - August 2013
Smithsonian Institution July 2012 - January 2013
Friends of the National Zoo June 2012 - July 2012
Smithsonian Institution January 2012 - July 2012
Follett Higher Education Group July 2011 - July 2012
Boston Museum of Science April 2011 - June 2011
Boston Museum of Science August 2010 - June 2011
Boston Museum of Science June 2010 - April 2011
Skills
Museum Education, Editing, Exhibit Scriptwriting, Interpretation, Museum Collections, Exhibit Design, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Research, Informal Education, Sewing, Proofreading, Event Management, Art Exhibitions
Education
The George Washington University 2011 — 2012
M.A.T., Museum Education
Harvard University 2010 — 2010
Graduate coursework, Museum Studies
Boston University 2006 — 2010
B.S., Magazine Journalism
Peet's Coffee & Tea April 2015 - Present
The Sundial Review October 2014 - Present
Brightest Young Things May 2014 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2014 - April 2015
The GW Hatchet April 2014 - December 2014
DC Life Magazine January 2014 - May 2014
The GW Hatchet January 2014 - April 2014
Skills
Writing, poetry, Newspapers, Text Editing, AP Style, Creative Writing, Fact-checking, Online Publishing, Journalism, Publications, Copy Editing, Conducting Interviews, WordPress, Microsoft Office, Print, Editing, Social Media, Editorial, Blogging
Education
The George Washington University 2012 — 2016
Bachelor's Degree, Creative Writing and English
LaunchSquad July 2015 - Present
LaunchSquad July 2014 - July 2015
Friends of the National Zoo May 2011 - May 2014
Hitched Bridal Salon January 2011 - May 2014
Skills
Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media, Press Releases, Sponsorship Sales, Sponsorship Relations, Website Updating, Customer Service, Office Administration, Account Reconciliation, Event Management, Fundraising, Social Networking, Facebook
Education
Georgetown University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English
self employed January 2013 - Present
Maryland Renaissance Festival August 1994 - October 2012
Vpstart Crow Productions June 1998 - December 2001
Friends of the National Zoo June 1985 - October 1992
Skills
Acting, Improvisation, Performing Arts, Theatre, Stage, Entertainment, Tudor History, theater criticism, Newsletters, Editing, Drama, Plays, Voice Acting, Musical Theatre, Comedy, Voice Over, Shakespeare, Dramaturgy, Stage Combat, Playwriting, Theatrical Production, Stage Management, Physical Theatre, Dialects, Choreography
Education
American University 1986 — 1988
Arts Adminstration
The George Washington University 1979 — 1983
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Dramatic Arts
Interlochen Arts Academy 1977 — 1979
High School Diploma, Drama and Creative Writing
Clarity Service Group- a Member of the Pennhurst Group, LLC August 2014 - June 2015
Chipotle Mexican Grill January 2013 - May 2015
Q pest control July 2014 - August 2014
Friends of the National Zoo June 2011 - October 2012
Target January 2008 - April 2008
Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites June 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Customer Service, Cashiering, Sales, Food Service, Hospitality, Creative Writing, Supervisory Skills, Qualitative Research, Psychology, Data Entry, Time Management, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Microsoft Word, Leadership, Teamwork, Social Networking, Customer Satisfaction, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Telephone Skills, Employee Training, Inventory Management, Training, Restaurants, Critical Thinking, Cpr Certified, Public Speaking, Cash Register, Cash Handling Experience, Phone Etiquette, Conflict Resolution, Employee Relations, Clerical Skills, SPSS, Leadership Development, Social Media, Social Skills, Merchandising, Data Analysis, Team-oriented, Human Resources, Team Leadership, Research, Goal Oriented, Social Media Marketing, Youth Mentoring, Food, Food & Beverage, Cooking
Education
Morgan State University 2009 — 2014
Bachelor of Science (BS), Psychology
Hospitity High School 2004 — 2008
High school diploma, Hospitality
Houston Arts Alliance April 2013 - Present
University of Houston August 2015 - Present
BoardSource September 2014 - Present
Washington Performing Arts Society 2009 - 2012
Friends of the National Zoo 2008 - 2009
Washington National Opera May 2007 - June 2008
Washington National Opera June 2006 - May 2007
Washington National Opera November 2005 - June 2006
Skills
Tessitura, Stewardship, Annual Giving, Non-profit..., Arts Administration, Fundraising, Performing Arts, Non-profits, Moves Management, Direct Mail, Major Gift Development, Nonprofits, Editing, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Event Management, Management, Event Planning, Philanthropy, Volunteer Management, Public Speaking, Public Relations
Education
Florida State University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Arts Administration
Northwest Community College
Associate of Arts (A.A.), Music
University of Wyoming
Bachelor of Music, Vocal Performance
National Park Foundation January 2014 - Present
Edelman August 2013 - December 2013
Friends of the National Zoo June 2013 - July 2013
Rosamond Gifford Zoo January 2013 - May 2013
Schnur Associates Inc. September 2012 - November 2012
Duke University July 2008 - June 2010
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill July 2007 - July 2008
The Ohio State University Medical Center January 2007 - July 2007
The Ohio State University June 2005 - December 2006
The Ohio State University College of Dentistry August 2004 - June 2005
Skills
Social Media, Spanish, Event Planning, Editing, Research, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Access, Public Relations, Strategy, Strategic Public..., Facebook, Administrative..., Event Management, Social Media Marketing, Press Releases, Blogging, Newsletters, Social Networking, Creative Writing, AP Style, Media Relations, Community Development, Copy Editing, Proofreading
Education
Syracuse University - S.I. Newhouse School of Public Communications
Master of Science (M.S.), Public Relations
North Carolina State University
Post Baccalaureate, Communications
The Ohio State University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), International Studies
Jochum Shore & Trossevin PC August 2007 - Present
Owners' Rights Initiative October 2012 - Present
Black Swan LLC August 2007 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo October 2010 - October 2013
Mayer, Brown, Rowe & Maw LLP April 2006 - July 2007
House Republican Conference May 2005 - March 2006
House Republican Conference February 2003 - May 2005
Congressman Phil Crane April 2001 - February 2003
HillZoo April 2000 - April 2001
American Medical Association November 1998 - March 2000
Skills
lobbyist, Intellectual Property, Health Insurance, Online Advocacy, Executive Compensation, Policy, Not for Profits, Nonprofits, Government, Coalitions, Executive Pay, Politics, Strategy, Public Policy, Litigation, Legislation, Strategic Communications, Leadership, Non-profits, Legislative Relations, Legal Writing, International Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Political Campaigns
Education
George Mason University School of Law 1997 — 2001
JD, Law
The University of Kansas 1989 — 1993
BA, Political Science
Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce July 2015 - Present
Cape Cod Chamber of Commerce April 2014 - July 2015
Friends of the National Zoo July 2012 - February 2014
Democratic National Committee January 2013 - May 2013
Catholic University Department of Politics September 2009 - May 2013
Truman National Security Project May 2012 - January 2013
Office of Congressman Bill Keating May 2011 - August 2011
Leary Family Amusements September 2005 - August 2011
Catholics United January 2011 - May 2011
Community Newspaper Company April 2008 - June 2009
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, English, Windows, Research, Editing, Blogging, Public Relations, Administration, Event Planning, Communication, Political Campaigns, Journalism, Office Administration, Social Media, Policy Analysis, Politics, Product Marketing
Education
The Catholic University of America 2009 — 2013
Sandwich High School 2005 — 2009
High School Diploma
The Museum of Flight August 2014 - August 2015
Visual Thinking Strategies August 2013 - August 2014
The Museum of Flight March 2011 - August 2014
Pacific Science Center March 2011 - May 2011
The Museum of Flight February 2011 - April 2011
Pacific Science Center January 2011 - April 2011
Northwest African American Museum October 2010 - April 2011
National Zoological Park, Smithsonian Institution June 2010 - July 2010
Friends of the National Zoo June 2010 - July 2010
National Museum of the American Indian, Smithsonian Institution June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Museum Education, Museums, Editing, Non-profits, History, Community Outreach, Exhibit Design, Nonprofits, Informal Education, Art, Grant Writing, Museum Collections, Art Exhibitions, Art History, Grants, Newsletters, Teaching
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2010
MAT, Museum Education
St. John's College (NM) 2004 — 2008
BA, Liberal Arts
Hello Cupcake DC February 2015 - Present
CVS Caremark Corporation July 2014 - February 2015
Digiphoto Entertainment Imaging April 2014 - November 2014
Employment Enterprises, Inc. June 2007 - April 2013
Friends Of The National Zoo 2012 - 2013
Bath & Body Works October 2011 - January 2012
Arlington County 2010 - 2011
Arlington County 2010 - 2011
Regis Corporation February 2009 - February 2010
Transworld Entertainment August 2006 - December 2008
Education
ACT College 2009 — 2010
Diploma
Prince George's Community College 2008 — 2008
N/A
Five Guys Burgers and Fries June 2013 - Present
Home Depot May 2013 - Present
CVS Pharmacy March 2012 - August 2012
Friends Of The National Zoo May 2011 - March 2012
Residence Inn June 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Microsoft Word
Education
Greensboro College 2012 — 2016
National Park Service January 2015 - Present
Chevy Chase Club January 2015 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo August 2013 - September 2015
The Eagle September 2012 - May 2015
National Park Service June 2014 - August 2014
Scottish Rite of Freemasonry, The Supreme Council January 2014 - May 2014
Thrive DC May 2013 - April 2014
Reading Partners October 2013 - January 2014
Archaeology Lab January 2013 - September 2013
Potbelly Sandwich Works May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Customer Service, Social Media, Journalism, Teamwork, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Video Editing, Crowd Control, Interviewing Skills, Oral History, Survey Methodology, Facebook
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2015 — 2017
Master's Degree, Applied Anthropology
American University 2012 — 2015
Bachelor's Degree, Anthropology
Friends of the National Zoo April 2013 - Present
Self-employed August 2010 - Present
Associations of Zoos and Aquariums January 2013 - March 2013
Prince George's County Public Schools July 2010 - July 2012
Camp Ramah in the Poconos June 2005 - August 2011
American Museum of Natural History September 2009 - January 2010
Tel Aviv University June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Tutoring, Hebrew, Science, Lesson Planning, Curriculum Design
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Biology
Jewish Theological Seminary of America 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Talmudic Studies
US Citizenship and Immigration Services May 2014 - Present
U.S. Department of the Treasury September 2013 - May 2014
Friends of the National Zoo March 2013 - March 2014
Norfolk State University January 2011 - December 2012
Internal Revenue Service June 2011 - August 2011
Y.O.U.R. Community Center May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Higher Education, Research, Teaching, Public Speaking, Student Affairs, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Editing, Student Development, Nonprofits
Education
Georgetown University 2013 — 2015
Master's Degree, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
Chesapeake Bay Foundation December 2014 - Present
Smithsonian National Zoological Park April 2013 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo April 2015 - August 2015
University of Maryland, College Park August 2011 - January 2015
Skills
Student Development, Student Affairs, Academic Advising, Program Development, Higher Education, Student Counseling, Grant Writing, Distance Learning, College Teaching, Student Leadership, Admissions, Community Outreach, University Teaching, Tutoring, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Research, Editing, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2001 — 2007
Bachelor's degree, Physical and Biological Anthropology
University of Maryland College Park 2012 — 2014
Advanced Special Student, Conservation Biology, Sustainable Development, and Public Policy
National Museum of African American History and Culture November 2014 - Present
International Spy Museum November 2013 - Present
Hillwood Museum & Gardens November 2013 - October 2014
National Museum of African American History and Culture October 2012 - October 2014
The Textile Museum November 2013 - June 2014
American Alliance of Museums December 2013 - April 2014
Friends of the National Zoo June 2013 - August 2013
The Carlyle House January 2013 - April 2013
University of Georgia February 2012 - May 2012
Georgia Museum of Art June 2011 - May 2012
Skills
Research, Teaching, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Editing, Social Media, Museum Education, Nonprofits, Schedules, Volunteer Management, Museums, Historic Preservation, Museum Collections, History, American History, Art History, Exhibit Design, Conservation Issues, Interpretive Planning, Informal Education, Facebook, Cataloging, Grants, Cultural Heritage, Art, Oral History, Historical Research, Historical...
Education
The George Washington University 2012 — 2013
MAT, Museum Education
The University of Georgia 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History & Anthropology
The Katherine Thomas School November 2013 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2014 - August 2014
New England Center for Children August 2012 - August 2013
Lexington Recreation June 2008 - August 2011
Skills
Applied Behavior..., Special Education, Autism Spectrum..., Case Management, Autism Curriculum..., Microsoft Office, Case Managment, Microsoft Excel
Education
George Mason University 2015 — 2016
Master of Education (MEd), Special Education and Applied Behavior Analysis
Bates College 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Developmental Psychology
Lexington High School 2004 — 2008
Unemployed March 2015 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo April 2013 - October 2013
Museum of Science and Industry April 2011 - May 2012
University of Chicago June 2006 - June 2011
Lincoln Park Zoo September 2008 - February 2009
Skills
Retail, Non-profits, Arts Administration, Museums, Performing Arts, Dance, Classical Ballet, Modern Dance, Videography, Event Videography, Video Editing, Final Cut Pro, Final Cut Express, Nonprofits, Management, Sales
Education
Columbia College Chicago 2011 — 2012
Houston ISD August 2014 - Present
Houston ISD August 2012 - Present
Student Conservation Association November 2007 - August 2012
Council for Environmental Education June 2007 - November 2007
Houston Zoo June 2006 - June 2007
Smithsonian's National Zoo January 2004 - October 2005
Friends of the National Zoo July 2001 - March 2004
DynCorp International July 1999 - July 2001
Florida Marine Research Institute May 1998 - August 1998
Skills
Curriculum delivery and..., Program Management, Curriculum Design, Training, Conservation Issues, Environmental Education, Public Speaking, Grant Writing, Grant Administration, Outdoor Recreation, Trails, Agriculture, Animal Husbandry, Team Building, Volunteer Management, Science, Nonprofits, Program Evaluation, Ecology, Community Outreach, Research, Community Development, Natural Resource..., Youth Development, Environmental Awareness, Environmental Policy, Editing, Leadership, Environmental Science, Proposal Writing, Biology, Program Development, Wetlands, Curriculum Development, Grants, Fundraising, Teacher Training, Sustainability
Education
Tarleton State University 1994 — 1998
B.S., Animal Sciences, Biology
RobCares, LLC April 2011 - Present
Compass Group 1997 - Present
Ross Stores, Inc. April 1986 - December 1996
Friends of the National Zoo 1984 - 1987
Skills
Caregiving, Published Author, Family Caregiving, Human Resources, HR Metrics, Persuasive Speaker, Non-fiction Writer, Succession Planning, Strategic Planning, Employee Training, Executive Coaching, Coaching, Leadership Development, Change Management, Team Building, Employee Relations, Employment Law, Employee Engagement, Performance Management, HR Policies, Organizational..., Organizational..., Talent Management, Recruiting, Non-profits, Workforce Planning, HR Consulting, Blogging, Public Speaking, Benefits Administration, Deferred Compensation, Leadership, Onboarding, Personal Development, Nonprofits, HRIS, Employee Benefits, Workshop Facilitation, Personnel Management, Training, FMLA, Interviews, New Hire Orientations, Labor Relations, Talent Acquisition, Career Development, Culture Change, Organizational Design, Policy, Hiring
Education
University of Maryland College Park
Friends of the National Zoo August 2015 - Present
AARP September 2005 - April 2015
AARP April 2005 - October 2005
AOL January 2004 - March 2005
Network for Good January 2003 - January 2004
AOL/TW Foundation/Network for Good September 2001 - January 2003
SureClick Promotions January 2001 - September 2001
AOL 1994 - 2000
Citi 1994 - 1994
Citi 1992 - 1994
Skills
Analytics, Business Development, Customer Acquisition, Digital Marketing, Digital Media, Digital Strategy, Direct Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Leadership, Strategic Partnerships, Marketing Strategy, Strategy, Online Advertising, Strategic Planning, Marketing, Segmentation, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Product Management, Program Management, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Management, Email Marketing
Education
Georgetown University - The McDonough School of Business 1989 — 1991
MBA, General Management
University of Virginia 1983 — 1987
BA, Economics
USAID January 2011 - Present
USAID November 2005 - January 2011
USAID January 2002 - October 2005
Friends of the National Zoo January 2001 - December 2001
Friends of the National Zoo May 1997 - December 2000
NOAHS Center June 1995 - April 1997
USAID June 1993 - May 1995
Skills
International..., Global Health, NGOs, Public Health, International Health, Reproductive Health, Africa, Research
Education
University of Michigan 1990 — 1993
Postdoctoral, Reproductive Biology
University of Texas 1981 — 1990
Ph.D, Zoology
The California State University 1974 — 1981
M.A; B.A, Physical Anthropology; Anthropology
EcoAdventures, LLC April 2014 - Present
Self-employed October 2010 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo January 2014 - March 2015
Caretta Research Project 2008 - June 2014
Smithsonian Center for Folklife and Cultural Heritage May 2013 - July 2013
United States National Arboretum December 2012 - February 2013
Smithsonian Institution, Museum of Natural History December 2012 - January 2013
Friends of the National Zoo June 2010 - December 2011
St. Mary's River Project January 2010 - April 2010
Skills
Botanical Illustration, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Acting, French, Digital Art, Adobe InDesign, PowerPoint, Watercolor, Paper Mache, Museums, InDesign, Painting, Theatre, Art, Editing, Anthropology, Research, Illustration, Public Speaking, Social Media, Environmental Education, Nonprofits, Graphic Design, Facebook, Fundraising, IRB, Survey Design, Online Survey Design, Copy Editing, Conservation Issues, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, Event Planning
Education
St. Mary's College of Maryland 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology
James Cook University 2012 — 2012
Study Abroad, Anthropology
Eleanor Roosevelt High School 2005 — 2009
High School diploma, Russian Studies
Ginger.io May 2015 - August 2015
Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft LLP July 2012 - July 2014
Friends of the National Zoo May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Java, Python, Natural Language..., Litigation Support, Legal Discovery, Django
Education
Brandeis University 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Computer Science
James Madison University 2007 — 2012
Bachelor's Degree, English
Multnomah Defenders Inc. June 2013 - Present
Edelweiss Sausage and Delicatessen December 2012 - May 2013
AFS Intercultural Programs April 2012 - September 2012
View Films: American Winter January 2012 - March 2012
Bluewater Productions May 2011 - November 2011
Indish September 2010 - April 2011
Monster Sushi July 2009 - July 2010
Office of Dr. Paul Spiegler July 2008 - June 2009
Friends of the National Zoo July 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Research
Education
The George Washington University 2005 — 2009
BA, Anthropology
Adventure Theatre MTC June 2015 - Present
McCarter Theatre May 2013 - June 2015
McCarter Theatre Center August 2011 - July 2012
George Mason University September 2009 - December 2011
Paley Rothman, Attorneys at Law January 2005 - August 2011
Theater of The First Amendment January 2011 - June 2011
Friends of The National Zoo April 2007 - August 2009
Cirque du Soleil October 2004 - November 2004
Round House Theatre Education: Summer Destinations May 2003 - August 2004
Jeremy Zimmerman Casting August 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Theatre, Performing Arts, Human Resources, Editing, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Non-profit..., Volunteer Management, Museums, Teaching, Research, Drama, Event Planning, Event Management, Tessitura
Education
George Mason University 2009 — 2011
Master of Arts (M.A.), Arts Management
Ithaca College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Drama
Aetna September 2014 - Present
Presence Health August 2013 - August 2014
Community Counseling Centers of Chicago November 2011 - August 2013
Trinity Services inc August 2011 - November 2011
Trinity Services May 2011 - August 2011
Lutheran Social Services of Illinois May 2009 - October 2010
Superior Court of Washington DC - Social Services Division February 2008 - May 2008
FRIENDS OF THE NATIONAL ZOO January 2000 - January 2002
Skills
Psychotherapy, Rehabs, Crisis Intervention, Group Therapy, Psychology, Adolescents, Mental Health, Mental Health Counseling, Case Managment, Family Therapy, Adults, CBT
Education
The Chicago School of Professional Psychology 2008 — 2010
Master's, Clinical Counseling
American University
Bachelors, Psychology
Montgomery County Recreation Dept May 2005 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo September 2001 - April 2002
Skills
Event Planning, Research, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Recreation Planning, Recreation, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Microsoft Office, Outdoor Recreation, Program Development
Education
University of Delaware
Bachelor's degree
SunCommon March 2015 - Present
AOTA November 2014 - February 2015
Our Task, Inc October 2013 - September 2014
State University of New York College of Environmental Science and Forestry October 2010 - April 2013
Living Classrooms of the National Capital Region June 2011 - August 2011
Friends of the National Zoo June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Environmental Science, Nonprofits, Sustainability, Environmental Awareness, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Ecology, Environmental Impact..., Website Development, Microsoft Office, Donor Engagement, Volunteer Management, Research, Environmental Policy, Environmental Education, Budgets, Cultural Awareness, Teamwork, Leadership, Ecosystem Services, Science, Natural Resource..., Sustainable Development, Cultural Adaptation, Event Planning, Critical Thinking, Capacity Building, Cash Flow, NationBuilder, Conference Planning, Sales, Solar Energy, Renewable Energy, Inside Sales, Solar PV
Education
State University of New York College of Environmental Sciences and Forestry 2010 — 2013
BS magna cum laude, Environmental Studies: Policy, Planning, and Law
Wells College 2009 — 2010
Public affairs: philosophy and ethics
Friends of the National Zoo 2005 - Present
Ashley Stewart September 2000 - February 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Retail Sales, Visual Merchandising, Cashiering
Education
Strayer University (VA) 2003 — 2006
Friendly High 1995 — 1999
Sheehy Auto Stores November 2013 - Present
Friends of the national zoo June 2012 - Present
UMES- Office of the President August 2012 - May 2013
UMES-Physical Plant January 2010 - August 2012
Aeropostale June 2009 - February 2011
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Management, Leadership, Access, Sales, Time Management
Education
University of Maryland Eastern Shore 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Business Administration and Management, General
University of Maryland Eastern Shore 2009 — 2013
Bachelors of Science, Business Administration and Management, General
Friends of the National Zoo March 2013 - Present
Outlaw Garden 2011 - Present
magazines, nonprofits and museums 2008 - Present
Red Bug Media 2000 - Present
New England Aquarium March 2005 - January 2008
New England Aquarium March 2005 - May 2007
New England Aquarium October 2000 - February 2004
Education
Boston University 2002 — 2003
Masters, Biology
Williams College 1996 — 2000
Bachelors, Biology and English
Foxcroft 1994 — 1996
Consumer Electronics Association June 2015 - Present
Senior Final Project September 2012 - March 2015
Friends of the National Zoo May 2014 - August 2014
JMU Abroad September 2013 - December 2013
Friends of the National Zoo June 2013 - August 2013
The Bridal Society Wedding Planning Certification Course February 2013 - February 2013
ARAMARK September 2012 - December 2012
Delia's June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, TIPS Certified, ServSafe, Access, Social Networking, Social Media, Social Media Marketing, Food & Beverage, Event Management, Cvent
Education
James Madison University 2011 — 2015
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) Hospitality Management, Minor in Business, Hospitality Management
Bishop O'Connell 2007 — 2011
High School, General College Preparedness
U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service December 2014 - Present
IFAW July 2012 - December 2014
Friends of the National Zoo December 2008 - January 2010
Denver Zoo January 2007 - June 2009
Skills
Environmental Education, Community Outreach, Sustainability, Non-profits, Research, Program Development, Ecology, Environmental Policy, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Teaching, Sustainable Development, Animal Welfare, Policy, Nonprofits
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2009 — 2012
Master of Science (M.S.), Sustainable Development and Conservation Biology
Colorado State University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Biology/Biological Sciences, General
AnimalProfessional.com September 2010 - Present
Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute June 2009 - Present
George Mason University December 2009 - December 2010
Reiter, Hill, Johnson & Nevin 2008 - 2009
McLean Animal Hospital August 2007 - February 2008
Friends of the National Zoo May 2007 - June 2007
Skills
Photography, Endocrinology, Non-profits, Science, Management, Marine Biology, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Editing, Customer Service, Event Planning, Ecology, Research, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Grant Writing, Social Media, Teaching, Microsoft Word, Conservation Biology, Scuba Diving, Nonprofits
Education
George Mason University 2009 — 2012
Master's degree, Zoo and Aquarium Leadership
Miami University 2003 — 2006
Bachelor's degree, Zoology
Friends of the National Zoo June 2009 - Present
GreenHOME 2007 - December 2012
Bank of America June 2007 - February 2009
Bank of America January 2000 - June 2007
Skills
Community Development, Fundraising, Non-profit Leadership, Non-profits, Affordable Housing, Team Building, Investments, Strategic Planning, Public Policy, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Policy, Public Speaking, Board Relations, Executive Management, Economic Development, Finance, Nonprofits, Philanthropy, Real Estate Economics, Credit, Program Management, Strategy, Policy Analysis, Banking, Leadership, Program Development, LIHTC, Tax Credits, Proposal Writing
Education
The George Washington University - School of Business 1990 — 1992
MBA, Real Estate Finance
Loyola University Maryland 1979 — 1983
BA, Business Administration
MDI Imaging & Mail July 2009 - Present
INTEGRAM October 1999 - July 2009
Friends of the National Zoo 1996 - August 1999
Skills
Direct Mail, Direct Marketing, Integrated Marketing, Multi-channel Marketing, Digital Printing, Email Marketing, Account Management, Lead Generation, Print Management, Database Marketing, Variable Data Printing, Salesforce.com, Offset Printing, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Microsoft Office, Marketing Communications, Microsoft Excel, Corporate Gifts, Social Media Marketing, Advertising
Education
George Mason University 1991 — 1995
BA, Biology
Friends of the National Zoo October 2014 - Present
Routeam October 2013 - July 2015
Smithsonian Institution, Museum of Natural History October 2012 - November 2013
Smithsonian Institution, Museum of Natural History September 2010 - October 2012
Skills
Museums, Museum Education, Teaching, Informal Education, Yoga, Museum Collections, Art History, Volunteer Management, Cultural Heritage, Program Management
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2010
MAT, Education
The George Washington University 2003 — 2007
BA, Cultural Anthropology
Smithsonian's National Postal Museum May 2013 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo 2009 - 2013
International Spy Museum 2008 - 2011
United States Holocaust Museum 2008 - 2010
The Phillips Collection 2008 - 2010
Smithsonian's National Portrait Gallery 2008 - 2009
Skills
Curriculum Design, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Staff Development, Educational Leadership, Instructional Design, Public Speaking, Program Development, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Nonprofits
Education
The George Washington University
Master of Arts (M.A.), Museum Education
Wheaton College (MA)
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Art History
REI 2015 - Present
Athleta February 2013 - 2015
Rose City Park Presbyterian Church January 2009 - February 2013
REI October 2008 - February 2013
Friends of the National Zoo October 2007 - January 2008
Oregon Zoo February 2007 - August 2007
Skills
Press Releases, Talking Points, Customer Service, Event Organization, Community Outreach, Store Management, Writing calendar..., Visual Merchandising, Merchandising, Cashiering, Sales Operations, Inventory Management, Team Building, Leadership, Retail, Creating visual displays
Education
Syracuse University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's Degree, Broadcast Journalism and International Relations
Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation at Smithsonian Conservation Biology Institute 2015 - Present
George Mason University January 2013 - Present
Informal Education Initiatives, LLC 2005 - Present
Smithsonian Institution, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Education and Access 2014 - 2015
Internationals English Program 2007 - 2013
Friends of the National Zoo 2003 - 2009
The Cincinnati Zoo and Botanical Garden 2005 - 2007
Smyth & Helwys Publishing 1996 - 1997
The Knoxville Zoo 1988 - 1990
The Santa Fe Zoo 1986 - 1988
Skills
Conservation Issues, Zoos, Zoo Education, Ecology, Animal Behavior, Visitor Experience, Program Evaluation, Nonprofit Management, Volunteer Management, Strategic Planning, Curriculum Development, Audience Research, Interpretive Training, Interpretive Planning, Exhibit Design, Evolutionary Biology, Environmental Education, Science Education, Teaching, Museum Education, Museums, Museum Collections, Grant Writing, Informal Education, Biodiversity, Zoology, Fundraising, Curriculum Design, Audience Measurement, Exhibit Evaluation, Event Management, Nonprofits, Interpretive Writing, Microsoft Office
Education
George Mason University 2012 — 2017
PhD, Nonformal Science Education (Zoo Education)
Oregon State University 2014 — 2015
Graduate Certificate, Free-Choice Learning
The Johns Hopkins University 2010 — 2011
Master's Degree, Museum Studies
The University of Illinois, Chicago 2011 — 2012
Certificate, Nonprofit Management
The University of Tennessee, Knoxville
MS (ABT), Ethology (Animal Behavior)
The University of Illinois, Urbana-Champaign
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology (Ecology, Ethology, & Evolution)
Santa Fe College Teaching Zoo
Associate of Science (AS), Zoo Animal Technology
Friends of the National Zoo September 2008 - August 2013
Corporate Search Group September 2006 - May 2008
ExecuTemps 2005 - 2006
Skills
Applicant Tracking..., Personnel Management, Technical Recruiting, Temporary Placement, Training, Leadership, Community Outreach, Event Management
Education
Missouri State University 2000 — 2004
BS, Communications
Collier County Government December 2009 - Present
Collier County School District 2007 - 2009
University of Maryland 2002 - 2009
Naples Zoo January 2001 - March 2002
Potomac Glen Riding School May 1994 - December 2000
Pet Mart March 1993 - April 1995
various equine facilities January 1985 - October 1992
National Zoological Park January 1984 - July 1984
Friends of the National Zoo September 1982 - January 1984
Skills
Government, Policy, Research, Community Outreach, Teaching, Volunteer Management, Horse Care, Wildlife Biology, Exotic Animals, Animal Welfare, Animal Husbandry, Animal Behavior, Animal Training, Operant Conditioning, Experimental Design, Field Work, Data Collection, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Policy Analysis, Local Government, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Wildlife Management, Animal Work
Education
University of Missouri-Columbia 2010 — 2013
Law Enforcement Training Institute, Animal Cruelty Investigation
University of Maryland College Park
Bachelor of Science, Biology: Behavior, Ecology, Evolution, and Systematics
Montgomery College
Biology, General
Moorpark College 1984 — 1985
Exotic Animal Training & Management
Nashville Zoo February 2013 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2012 - August 2012
Smithsonian January 2010 - August 2012
The EDGE August 2010 - June 2012
Smithsonian December 2011 - May 2012
Smithsonian September 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Wetlands, Conservation Biology, Wildlife Biology, Field Work, Vegetation, Wildlife, Habitat Restoration, Environmental Science, Invasive Species, Environmental Education, Ecological Restoration
Education
George Mason University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Conservation Biology
Smithsonian-Mason School of Conservation
One Medical Group November 2014 - Present
One Medical Group June 2013 - November 2014
Hands Along The Nile Development Services (HANDS) July 2013 - April 2014
LIFT-DC January 2013 - June 2013
Friends of the National Zoo June 2012 - August 2012
Hands Along the Nile Development Services February 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Grant Writing, Social Media, Fundraising, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Relationship Management, Database Administration, Event Planning, Newsletter Production, Arabic, Outlook, Writing, Research, Travel Arrangements, Community Outreach, Editing, Program Management, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Facebook
Education
American University 2008 — 2012
Language and Area Studies, Arabic/Middle East
University of Melbourne 2011 — 2011
Arabic, Islamic studies, Australian history, English lit
Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) May 2014 - Present
American Chiropractic Association September 2008 - May 2014
Patch.com August 2010 - January 2012
Priceless: How I Went Undercover to Rescue the World's Stolen Treasures May 2008 - May 2010
Friends of the National Zoo May 2008 - September 2008
WAER News May 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Journalism, Ap Style, Blogging, Editing, News Writing, Copy Editing, Feature Articles, Press Releases, Storytelling, Audacity, Media Relations, Social Media, Newspaper, Editorial, Proofreading, Investigative Reporting, AP Style, Breaking News, Broadcast Journalism, Research, Copywriting, Facebook, Publications, Crisis Communications, Newsletters, Content Strategy, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Broadcast, Magazines, Published Author, Web Editing, Video Production, WordPress, Final Cut Pro, Publishing, Associated Press style, Web Content, Multimedia, Content Development, InDesign, Digital Media, Video Editing, Online Journalism, InCopy, Chicago Manual, Web Content Management, Magazine Articles, Social Networking, New Media
Education
American University 2007 — 2008
M.A., Journalism and Public Affairs - Print Journalism
Brandeis University 2003 — 2007
B.A., Psychology, Anthropology, Journalism
KSA-Plus Communications November 2013 - Present
Freelance January 2009 - Present
Young Playwrights' Theater June 2010 - November 2013
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center May 2009 - July 2010
Young Playwrights' Theater June 2009 - August 2009
Tom Goss May 2009 - August 2009
Oberlin College September 2008 - December 2008
Friends of the National Zoo May 2008 - August 2008
Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center June 2007 - February 2008
University of Maryland's Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center June 2007 - February 2008
Skills
InDesign, Editing, Theatre, Graphic Design, Photoshop, Photography, Illustrator, Graphics, Print, Arts Administration, Social Media Marketing, Visual Communication, Strategic Communications, Communication Design, Book Design, Typography, Email Marketing, French, Public Relations, Social Media, Fundraising, Event Planning
Education
Oberlin College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor's degree, Psychology
Oberlin College 2006 — 2010
a Bachelor of Arts, Psychology
Sherwood High School
Mt. Adams Institute January 2015 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo August 2009 - November 2014
Cheetah Conservation Fund January 2007 - February 2009
Skills
Environmental Education, Conservation Issues, Wildlife, Ecology, Grant Writing, Zoology, Wildlife Conservation, Community Outreach, Wildlife Biology, Biodiversity, Nonprofits, Teaching, Research, Field Work, Wildlife Management, Science, Fundraising, Animal Behavior, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Informal Education, Endangered Species
Education
Oregon State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Zoology
Casey Trees August 2015 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2014 - August 2015
University of Maryland August 2014 - May 2015
The Low Impact Development Center June 2014 - August 2014
The Cadmus Group, Inc. May 2012 - July 2014
Oceana January 2014 - May 2014
Food and Water Watch June 2011 - July 2011
Franklin & Marshall College September 2010 - December 2010
Huber Woods Environmental Center, Monmouth County Park System May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Research, Environmental Consulting, ArcGIS, Salesforce.com, Microsoft Excel, Budget Monitoring, Nonprofits, Green Infrastructure, Low Impact Development, Stormwater Management, Sketchup Pro, Adobe Creative Suite, Environmental Education, Environmental Writing &..., Government Contracting, Microsoft Access, SharePoint, Silverpop Engage, Qualtrics, Google Drive, Social Media
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2012 — 2015
Master's Degree, Sustainable Development & Conservation Biology, 3.9
Franklin & Marshall College 2007 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Geosciences, Minor: Violin Performance, Cum Laude, 3.5
Washington Nationals September 2015 - Present
Washington Nationals June 2012 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2005 - May 2012
Skills
Training, Employee Training, Staff Development, Staff Oversight, Staff Mgmt, Train Others, Rewards Programs, Reward Systems, Editing, Workflow Management, Guest Service Management, Guest Recovery, Visitor Experience, Visitor Studies, Visitor Management, Negotiation, Contract Management, Sponsorship, Baseball, Sports Management, Sports Marketing, Sports, Customer Service, Event Management, Staff Management, Event Planning, Ticket Sales, Budgets, Leadership, Time Management, Microsoft Office, Management
Education
University of Phoenix 2011 — 2013
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Human Resources Development
Coppin State University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Managment Science
Mount Rainier Institute March 2015 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2015 - August 2015
Driftwood Education Center September 2014 - March 2015
Friends of the National Zoo June 2014 - August 2014
Rancho El Chorro Outdoor School September 2013 - 2014
Schuylkill Center for Environmental Education June 2013 - August 2013
Seacamp Association, Inc January 2013 - May 2013
American Conservation Experience June 2012 - September 2012
High Trails Outdoor Science School September 2011 - May 2012
Seton Hall University June 2008 - May 2011
Education
Seton Hall University 2007 — 2011
B.A.
OpenBiome May 2015 - Present
WyzAnt Tutoring August 2013 - Present
Middle Creek Medical Center April 2014 - May 2015
Friends of the National Zoo June 2013 - August 2013
Princeton University Campus Dining September 2008 - May 2013
The LGBT Center at Princeton University September 2010 - May 2012
Princeton Environmental Institute June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Ecology, Field Work, Sustainability, Program Development, Facebook, Evolutionary Biology, Customer Service, Group Facilitation, Biology, Tutoring, Large-scale Event..., Facilitators, Microsoft Office, Research, Peer Tutoring, Writing, Program Budgeting, Academic Tutoring, Medical Terminology, Medical Scribing, Triage, Medical Records, Literature Reviews
Education
University of Alabama at Birmingham 2013 — 2014
Princeton University 2008 — 2013
AB
National Association of Chemical Distributors (NACD) March 2014 - Present
Heart Rhythm Society January 2008 - February 2014
The Sports Club/LA October 2004 - January 2008
Friends of the National Zoo July 2002 - October 2004
City Club of Washington 1995 - 2002
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Healthcare, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Team Building, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Volunteer Management, Program Development, Marketing Communications, Research, Leadership Development, Grant Writing, Recruiting, Email Marketing, Contract Negotiation, Editing, Marketing Strategy, Microsoft Office, Grants, Event Management, Social Media, Sales, Employee Relations, Marketing, Organizational..., Management, Training, PowerPoint, Outlook
Education
Radford University 1981 — 1985
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Mmgt, Accounting, French
Smithsonian National Zoological Park December 2014 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2014 - Present
Private company September 2014 - April 2015
Robert L Carothers Library September 2010 - May 2014
Marine Dynamics 2013 - 2013
Aspin Hill Cooperative Nursery School 2003 - 2012
National Aquarium 2008 - 2009
Skills
Public Speaking, Marine Conservation, Sharks, Education, Conservation Biology, Psychology, Social Psychology, Research, Microsoft Office, Digital Photography, Art, Marine Biology, Biology
Education
University of Kent 2015 — 2016
Master's of Science, Conservation Project Management
University of Rhode Island 2009 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Psychology
Rockville High School 2004 — 2009
Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Houston February 2010 - Present
United Way of Metropolitan Dallas 2005 - 2010
Friends of the National Zoo August 2003 - April 2005
American Red Cross March 2002 - August 2003
National Peace Corps Association July 1999 - February 2002
United Way of Central Iowa March 1997 - June 1999
Rotary International March 1995 - March 1997
Skills
Non-profits, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Philanthropy, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Program Development, Grants, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Board Development, Program Evaluation, Strategic Planning, Non-profit..., Public Relations, Event Management, Annual Giving, Proposal Writing, Stewardship, Social Media, Budgets, Nonprofits, Community Development, Public Policy, Media Relations, Leadership Development, Project Planning, Organizational...
Education
American University 1999 — 2001
Master of Arts (MA), Sociology: International Training and Education
University of Northern Iowa 1987 — 1992
BA, Public Adminstration & Social Science Education
LoveAnimals.org March 2013 - Present
University of Denver August 2010 - May 2013
National Aquarium, Baltimore March 2009 - July 2010
Friends of the National Zoo February 2008 - July 2010
League of Conservation Voters September 2007 - February 2008
Colorado College July 2007 - August 2007
University of Hawaii June 2006 - July 2006
Skills
Research, Editing, Press Releases, Marine Biology, PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, Program Development, Qualitative Research, Public Speaking, Conservation Issues, Nonprofits, Social Media, Event Planning
Education
University of Denver 2010 — 2013
Master of Science (M.S.), Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, 4.0
Colorado College 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Biology
Koshland Science Museum June 2015 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo August 2011 - Present
Smithsonian Early Enrichment Center November 2014 - June 2015
National Academy of Sciences March 2010 - June 2015
Friends of the National Zoo January 2013 - May 2013
TutorExcel February 2007 - May 2010
CSC October 2006 - March 2010
Stockton University September 2003 - May 2004
NOAA: National Oceanic & Atmospheric Administration May 2001 - September 2002
Skills
Research, Museums, Teaching, Nonprofits, Editing, Informal Education, Museum Education, Environmental Awareness, Curriculum Design, Science, Microsoft Office, Government, Animal Behavior, Zoo, Non-profits, Museum Collections, Early Childhood..., Public Speaking, Event Planning, Volunteer Management
Education
The Johns Hopkins University 2012 — 2013
Master of Arts (MA), Museum Studies
Stockton University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Marine Biology
Freelance Writer: Travel Channel, Huffington Post, AOL Travel & more March 2013 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo September 2012 - October 2013
Gulf Coast Citizen Diplomacy Council September 2011 - August 2012
Independent News October 2009 - August 2012
Peace Corps September 2006 - December 2008
Skills
Grant Writing, Food Writing, Travel Writing, A&E, Culture, Eastern Europe, International Work, Cultural Diplomacy, Non-fiction, Non-profits, Online Journalism, Interviewing Subject..., Editing, Ghostwriting, Blogging, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, International..., Training, Leadership
Education
University of Central Florida 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts, English
Center for Nonprofit Advancement March 2012 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo January 2008 - October 2011
Skills
Event Management, Microsoft Office, Project Management, Membership Development, Organizational..., Fundraising, Blogging, Board Development, Community Outreach, Editing, Grant Writing, Grants, Networking, Nonprofits, Policy, Program Development, Program Management, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Recruiting, Social Media, Training, Volunteer Management, Event Planning
Education
The University of Texas at San Antonio 1999 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), History
Kaiserslautern High School 1995 — 1999
Creative Writing
Hitchcock Center for the Environment June 2013 - Present
U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) February 2013 - 2014
USFWS Patuxent Wildlife Refuge February 2012 - February 2013
Friends of the National Zoo November 2011 - February 2012
The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, Parks and Recreation May 2010 - February 2012
Skills
Government, Community Outreach, Research, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, Fundraising, Program Development
Education
Delaware Valley College 2007 — 2011
B.S., Conservation and Wildlife Managment
Penn State University October 2011 - Present
Penn State University February 2010 - October 2011
Penn State University January 2007 - February 2010
Association of Zoos & Aquariums August 2001 - December 2006
Association of Zoos and Aquariums August 2000 - August 2001
Friends of the National Zoo August 1999 - October 1999
Walt Disney World January 1998 - July 1998
Seneca Park Zoo Society June 1996 - August 1997
Skills
Fundraising, Proposal Writing, Grant Writing, Stewardship, Research, Program Management, Communications Strategy, Program Evaluation, Volunteer Management, Environmental Education, Non-profits, Higher Education, Corporate Social..., Strategic Planning, Strategic Communications, Program Development, Grants, Newsletters, Editing, Alumni Relations, Media Relations, Policy Analysis, Press Releases, Event Planning, Philanthropy, Strategy, Community Outreach, Sustainability, Staff Development, Planned Giving, Data Analysis, Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Teaching, Social Media, Public Relations, Board Development, Prospect Research, Community Development, Management, Annual Giving, Event Management, Public Speaking, Analysis, Leadership, Non-profit..., Higher Education..., Marketing, Budgets, Student Affairs
Education
Penn State University 2008 — 2010
M.B.A., Business Administration and Management, General
Penn State University 1995 — 1999
B.S., Biology
Friends of the National Zoo April 2015 - Present
University of Maryland Office of Sustainability August 2014 - Present
University of Maryland August 2013 - Present
Backhanded Women's Ultimate June 2014 - October 2014
The North Face August 2013 - May 2014
Hollywood Elementary School August 2012 - June 2013
Sandy Spring Friends School June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Lesson Planning, Informal Education, Non-formal Education, Classroom Management, Environmental Education, Sustainability, Sustainability Education, Gardening, Watershed Education, Curriculum Development, Educational Research, Outdoor Education, Community Outreach, Communication
Education
University of Maryland College Park 2013 — 2015
Master of Arts (M.A.), Environmental Education
University of Maryland College Park 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Elementary Education, Environmental Education
International Monetary Fund June 2015 - Present
AMIDEAST November 2013 - June 2015
AMIDEAST January 2013 - October 2013
iStream Financial Services July 2011 - August 2011
Embassy of the Hashemite Kingdom of Jordan September 2010 - December 2010
Friends of the National Zoo April 2010 - August 2010
Office of Congressman Donald Manzullo, U.S. House of Representatives May 2010 - June 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, Stata, Legislative Research, Research, Event Management, International Relations, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Spanish, Community Outreach, Government, Policy, Politics, Foreign Policy, French, Access, Public Policy, Data Analysis, Public Speaking, Administrative..., SPSS, PowerPoint, Analysis
Education
American University 2008 — 2012
BA; BA, Economics; International Studies
Arrowhead High School 2004 — 2008
Miracle Ear/ Amplifon February 2012 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo January 2009 - January 2012
Montgomery County Public Schools October 1977 - December 2007
Skills
Teaching, Community Outreach, Staff Development, Public Speaking, Supervisory Skills, Team Building, Hearing Aid Dispensing, Sales, Program Development, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Leadership, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Team Leadership, Training, Social Media, Leadership Development, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Healthcare, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Marketing
Education
The George Washington University 1980 — 1982
MA, Education and Human Development
Cornell University 1971 — 1975
Bachelor of Science (BS)
Baltimore County Public Schools June 2012 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2013 - Present
The Home Depot April 2010 - June 2012
Carroll County Outdoor School January 2008 - February 2010
Skills
Biology, Educational Leadership, Environmental Education, Education, Environmental Science, Formal Education, Informal Education, Team Building, Conservation education, Minority Rights, Outdoor Education, Proposal Writing, Quantitative Research, Political Science, Psychology, Committment, Passion for Helping..., Classroom, Science, Research, Lesson Planning
Education
Miami University 2014 — 2016
Master of Arts (M.A.), Zoology/Animal Biology
Towson University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Biology Teacher Education
Messiah College 2008 — 2010
Environmental Education
Reingold, Inc. December 2013 - Present
Reingold, Inc. September 2013 - December 2013
Fairfax County Park Authority June 2011 - August 2012
Friends of the National Zoo June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Microsoft Office, InDesign, Press Releases, Writing News Releases, News Writing, Social Media..., Fact Sheets, Feature Articles, Sports Enthusiast, Experience Working with...
Education
East Carolina University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Science (B.S.) in Communication, Public Relations
Lake Braddock Secondary School 2005 — 2009
Friends of the National Zoo June 2015 - Present
Davidson College August 2013 - May 2014
Davidson College January 2011 - May 2014
South Carolina Aquarium May 2013 - August 2013
Teach For America February 2012 - June 2013
Asheville School May 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Research, Environmental Science, Spanish, Grant Writing, Data Analysis, Editing, Fundraising, Science, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Teaching, Volunteer Management, Events Coordination
Education
Davidson College 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Environmental Studies
School for Field Studies 2012 — 2012
Asheville School 2006 — 2010
Fairfax County Public Schools August 2014 - Present
Fairfax County Public Schools September 2013 - August 2014
Fairfax County Public Schools February 2013 - June 2013
Kumon November 2012 - January 2013
The St. Michael School of Clayton August 2012 - November 2012
Mad Science January 2012 - November 2012
Nadoz Euro Bakery Cafe September 2010 - November 2012
Museum of Natural Sciences January 2009 - May 2009
Friends of the National Zoo June 2008 - August 2008
Naturalist Center, Smithsonian Institution May 2007 - July 2007
Skills
Elementary Education, Science Education, Informal Education, Outdoor Education, Microsoft Office, SigmaStat, SigmaPlot, Retail Sales, Team Leadership, Customer Service, Hands-on Training, Training, Teaching, Differentiated..., Classroom Management
Education
Fontbonne University 2010 — 2012
Masters of Art, Teaching
Elon University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Biology
Woosley Farm April 2010 - Present
Convergent Technologies April 2009 - April 2010
Smithsonian Institution May 2003 - October 2007
Friends of the National Zoo September 2002 - May 2003
National Heritage Academies August 2001 - August 2002
Education
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 1998 — 2000
BA, Journalism
Appalachian State University 1996 — 1998
Technical Photography
NOAA July 2013 - Present
UNEP January 2013 - April 2013
NOAA August 2012 - December 2012
American Wind Energy Association January 2012 - August 2012
Green Restaurant Association October 2010 - August 2011
Friends of the National Zoo June 2010 - September 2010
Green Corps August 2009 - June 2010
Greenpeace November 2008 - May 2009
American University January 2008 - May 2009
Green America May 2008 - November 2008
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Sustainability, Research, Politics, Event Planning, Policy, Government, Environmental Policy, Environmental Awareness, Public Speaking, Biodiversity, Political Science, Non-profits, Press Releases, Strategic Planning, ICS-100, IS-700, Meeting Facilitation, Climate Change
Education
University of Maryland 2011 — 2013
MPP, Environmental Policy, Ecological Economics
American University 2005 — 2009
BA, Environmental Studies, Political Science
The University of Queensland 2007 — 2007
Study Abroad Semester, Policy, Ecology
Progressive Promotions, LLC 2004 - Present
NW Neighborhood Middle Schools Now 2009 - 2012
JVA Consulting, LLC 2000 - 2004
NARAL Pro-Choice Colorado 1994 - 1997
Colorado NARAL 1992 - 1994
Colorado NARAL 1990 - 1992
Friends of the National Zoo 1987 - 1990
Skills
Media Relations, Message Development, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Writing, Community Relations, Women's Health, Politics, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Social Media, Leadership, Policy, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Government, Press Releases, Leadership Development, Public Policy, Strategy, Program Management, Grant Writing, Grants, Program Development, Grassroots Organizing, Philanthropy, Policy Analysis, Newsletters, Political Campaigns, Board Development, Editing, Speech Writing, Proposal Writing, Internal Communications, Program Evaluation
Education
University of Colorado at Denver 2009 — 2011
Graduate Certificate in Public Relations
University of Colorado Denver 1997 — 2000
MA
University of Colorado Boulder 1985 — 1986
BA
Miami University 1982 — 1984
Firestone High School 1979 — 1982
Old Slater Mill Association October 2015 - Present
Rhode Island Heritage Hall of Fame October 2012 - Present
Rhode Island Historical Society Library June 2003 - January 2013
Providence City Archives February 2012 - September 2012
Providence Public Library May 2011 - July 2011
Providence Public Library October 2009 - August 2010
Providence Public Library Special Collections October 2009 - December 2009
Brown University John Hay Library May 2006 - September 2008
Rhode Island Historical Society June 2006 - August 2007
Friends of the National Zoo May 2001 - April 2002
Skills
Archival Processing, Archival Research, Research, History, American History, Historical Research, Archives, Special Collections, Writing, Grant Writing, Library Research, Library Science, Grants, EAD, Encoded Archival..., Digital Archiving, Archival, Editing, Blogging, Cataloging, Library, Academic Libraries, Microsoft Office, Books, Genealogy, Library Management, Higher Education, Nonprofits, Museum Collections, Social Media, Information Literacy, Collection Development, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Metadata, Digitization, Museums, Customer Service, Collections Management
Education
Society of American Archivists 2014 — 2015
Certified Digital Archivist, Digital archives
University of Rhode Island 2008 — 2013
Master, Library and Information Studies
University of Rhode Island 2007 — 2013
Master of Arts, History
American University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of the Arts, Literature
Freelance 2006 - Present
American Chemical Society 2002 - 2007
American Chemical Society 2002 - 2004
Friends of the National Zoo August 2002 - November 2002
Education
Texas A&M University 2001 — 2002
M.S., Science & Technology Journalism
Rice University 1993 — 1997
B.A., Biology and Linguistics
Chemonics International September 2011 - Present
Smithsonian's National Zoo February 2010 - June 2010
Friends of the National Zoo April 2009 - February 2010
Madison Symphony Orchestra November 2006 - March 2009
Madison Symphony Orchestra July 2005 - November 2006
Bravo! Vail Valley Music Festival 2004 - 2004
Modesto Symphony Orchestra January 2000 - July 2003
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison - School of Business 2003 — 2005
Arts Administration
San Francisco Conservatory of Music 1997 — 1999
MM, Cello Performance
University of Colorado Boulder 1994 — 1996
MM, Cello Performance
University of Oklahoma 1990 — 1994
BM, Cello Performance
Capital Development Services 2009 - Present
Capital Development Services 2004 - 2008
The Field School 2002 - 2004
Friends of the National Zoo 2001 - 2002
Skills
Fundraising, Capital Campaigns, Major Gift Development, Feasibility Studies, Executive Search, Prospect Research, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Volunteer Management, Stewardship
Education
Davidson College 1997 — 2001
Girls Preparatory School 1991 — 1997
High School
Friends of the National Zoo Media Relations ManagerFriends of the National Zoo in Washington, DC2002 - Present
FONZ (Friends of the National Zoo) 2002 - Present
Education
McDaniel College 1996 — 2000
Friends of the National Zoo February 2011 - Present
Skills
Museums, Non-profits, Museum Education, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Teaching, Program Development, Research, Art
Education
The George Washington University 2005 — 2006
M.A.T
Carnegie Mellon University 1997 — 2001
BFA
College Internationale de Cannes 2000 — 2000
Certificate
Phillips Theological Seminary October 2000 - September 2002
Tulsa Zoo Friends October 1998 - January 2000
Friends of the National Zoo December 1996 - July 1998
Skills
Event Management, Event Planning, Corporate Events, Microsoft Office, Conferences
Education
Oklahoma City University 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Mass Communication/Media Studies
Board of Governors of Federal Reserve 2012 - Present
Valentine & Associates November 2011 - Present
Reach for College! 2012 - Present
Reach for College! January 2013 - December 2014
Kaplan Higher Education Corporation, a subsidiary of the Washington Post 2008 - 2011
Urban Trust Bank Education Finance, LLC. 2006 - 2007
Wells Fargo Bank 1997 - 2006
Smithsonian Institution 1999 - 2000
Friends of the National Zoo 1998 - 2000
Friends of the National Zoo 1991 - 2000
Skills
Strategy, Leadership, Start-ups, Financial Services, Business Strategy, P&L Management, Project Management, Sales, New Business Development, Product Development, Managerial Finance, Operations Management, Sales Management, Credit Risk, Financial Management, Management Leadership, Consumer Lending, Strategy Development, Non-profits, Compliance, Business Planning, Risk Management, Grants, Internal Controls, Marketing Strategy, Information Technology, Product Management, Association Management, Board Leadership, Online Marketing, Computer Software, Life Sciences, Contract Negotiations, Financial Aid, Commercial Lending, Student Finance, Fair Lending, UDAP/UDAAP, Internal Audit, Consumer Compliance, Management, Student Financial Aid, Nonprofits, Business Development, Executive Management, Selling, Contract Negotiation, Training
Education
American University - Kogod School of Business
M.B.A., Finance and Marketing
The George Washington University
Executive Development Series
University of Pennsylvania
B.A.
Reading Community Schools June 2013 - Present
Detroit Zoological Society June 2013 - August 2013
WyzAnt Tutoring March 2012 - Present
Manchester Community School District January 2013 - April 2013
Detroit Zoological Society 2010 - 2012
National Aquarium in Baltimore October 2008 - May 2010
Friends of the National Zoo July 2008 - April 2009
The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore April 2008 - October 2008
Childrens's Zoo at Celebration Square March 2006 - January 2008
Noah's Lost Ark October 2005 - March 2006
Skills
Nonprofits, Science, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Program Development, Higher Education, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Volunteer Management, Editing, Staff Development, Management, Tutoring, Program Evaluation, Proposal Writing, PowerPoint, Event Planning, Public Relations, Event Management, Social Media
Education
Eastern Michigan University 2011 — 2013
Post-Baccalaureate Teaching Certification, Integrated Science and Mathematics, Secondary
Youngstown State University 2001 — 2005
Bachelor's of Science, Biology
Flavor & The Menu magazine February 2012 - Present
Flavor & The Menu December 2011 - Present
Maine Public Broadcasting Network November 2011 - Present
Maine Children's Alliance November 2010 - November 2011
Friends of the National Zoo 2008 - 2009
Izaak Walton League of America 2005 - 2008
Skills
Copy Editing, Editing, Blogging, Web Content, Publications, Editorial, Proofreading, Magazines, Newsletters, Publishing, Journalism, Public Relations, Feature Articles, Social Media, Ap Style, Copywriting, Press Releases, News Writing, Newspaper, Storytelling, Strategic Communications
Education
Columbia University - Graduate School of Journalism 1988 — 1989
MS, Journalism
Cornell University 1983 — 1987
BS, Communications
Hillwood Estate, Museum and Gardens February 2006 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo March 2004 - February 2006
National Postal Museum August 2000 - October 2003
Smithsonian Institution 2000 - 2000
Education
The George Washington University 1999 — 2000
M.A.T., Museum Education
Carleton College 1994 — 1998
B.A., English
Friends of the National Zoo 2002 - Present
Skills
poetry
Education
University of Massachusetts, Amherst 1990 — 1993
MLA, Landscape Architecture
Cleveland State University 1972 — 1977
BA, Art (sculpture/glassblowing)
Smithsonian National Zoological Park February 2014 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo February 2013 - October 2014
The American Congress of Ob-Gyns December 2008 - September 2014
Elevate Difference (formerly Feminist Review) May 2008 - March 2010
Institute for Women's Policy Research May 2007 - December 2008
Women's eNews December 2007 - June 2008
College Prowler June 2005 - May 2008
Jane Magazine January 2006 - August 2006
Skills
Writing, Editing, Copy Editing, Research, InDesign, Social Media, WordPress, QuarkXPress, Dreamweaver, HTML, Photoshop, CMS, CSS, Illustrator
Education
Albion College 2003 — 2007
BA, English, Journalism, Creative Writing
Opus Advisors, LLC November 2014 - Present
Christine's Crossing and Christine & Co. April 2011 - December 2014
Tanzanian Children's Fund October 2010 - February 2011
Friends of the National Zoo April 2009 - May 2010
Wildlife Conservation Society January 2006 - June 2007
Christie's November 2000 - December 2005
Skills
Donor and Client..., Special Event Management, Sales, Research, Creativity, Raiser's Edge, Cataloging, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Outlook, Donor Research, Event Planning, Customer Service, Product Knowledge, People Skills, Creative Writer, Event Management, Fundraisers, Travel Management
Education
Trinity College-Hartford 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Art History
Brooks School 1993 — 1996
Iowa State University August 2010 - Present
Felid Tag 2013 - 2013
Indo-US RISE Scholar May 2011 - August 2011
North Carolina A&T State University August 2006 - May 2009
NC-Opt Ed 2006 - 2009
Friends of the National Zoo 2005 - 2006
Skills
Science, PCR, Spectroscopy, Scanning Electron..., Molecular Biology, Statistics, Molecular Cloning, Cell Culture, FTIR, RNA isolation, ArcGIS, Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Higher Education, Data Analysis, PowerPoint, Teaching, Community Outreach, Matlab, Grant Writing, Education Program..., Non-profit programing, Public Outreach, Program Coordinator, Gas Chromatography, Analytical Chemistry, Animal Science, Animal Reproduction, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Program Development, Laboratory, Biochemistry, Chemistry, Event Planning, Microbiology, University Teaching, Qualitative Research, Program Evaluation, Educational Program..., Program Coordination
Education
Iowa State University 2010 — 2013
Ph.D., Environmental Science
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University 2006 — 2009
M.S., Animal Health Science
University of Maryland Eastern Shore 2001 — 2005
B.S., General Agriculture w/ Concentration in Animal Science
Macy's November 2014 - Present
U.S. Census Bureau July 2014 - September 2014
Michaels Stores, Inc. October 2013 - January 2014
Cosi April 2011 - November 2012
U.S. Census Bureau March 2010 - May 2010
Washington National Cathedral Museum Store October 2004 - December 2008
Friends of the National Zoo February 2006 - June 2006
Parks and History Association July 2001 - August 2004
Bethesda Regional Library June 2001 - August 2001
Paul Wasserman Library September 1996 - August 1999
Skills
Social Media, Research, Customer Service, Non-profits, Retail, Art, Nonprofits, Data Analysis, Leadership, Event Planning, Fundraising, Social Networking, Editing, Facebook
Education
University of Maryland College Park 1996 — 1999
M.L.S, Library Science
University of Pittsburgh 1990 — 1994
B.A., Liberal Studies
Community College of Allegheny County 1984 — 1986
A.S., Pedology
Primate Education Network August 2012 - Present
Bricks 4 Kidz October 2012 - February 2013
Friends of the National Zoo December 2010 - February 2013
Art of Conservation June 2011 - August 2012
Bonobo Conservation Initiative August 2008 - May 2011
The Wildlife Society March 2007 - August 2008
United States Peace Corps September 2004 - October 2006
Orangutan Foundation June 2004 - August 2004
Bushmeat Crisis Task Force August 2003 - June 2004
Chimpanzee Sanctuary & Wildlife Conservation Trust October 2002 - December 2002
Skills
Curriculum Design, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Conservation Issues, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Primate Education, Fundraising, Program Management, Environmental Education, Nonprofits, Editing, Research, Social Networking, Blogging, Volunteer Management
Education
Central Washington University
B.S. in Primate Behavior & Ecology and B.A. in Anthropology
La Suerte Biological Field School
Primate Behavior and Ecology
University of Tennessee-Knoxville
Anthropology
World Wildlife Fund October 2011 - Present
World Wildlife Fund September 2010 - May 2011
Friends of the National Zoo April 2010 - January 2011
Cheetah Conservation Fund (CCF) June 2009 - February 2010
Cheetah Conservation Fund May 2008 - August 2009
U.S. House of Representatives October 2008 - March 2009
Boston Museum of Science May 2007 - August 2007
Zoo New England May 2006 - August 2006
Marine Animal Rehabilitation Center at the University of New England May 2005 - August 2005
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Wildlife, Research, Environmental Awareness, Sustainability, Environmental Education, Editing, Nonprofits, Conservation Issues, Environmental Science, Ecology, Climate Change
Education
American University 2009 — 2011
MS, Environmental Science and Assessment
Dickinson College 2004 — 2008
B.S., Neuroscience
Friends of the National Zoo January 2013 - Present
Adventure Aquarium December 2011 - January 2013
Sultana Projects, Inc. March 2010 - November 2011
Echo Hill Outdoor School August 2009 - November 2009
Philadelphia Phantoms December 2007 - April 2009
Work for Progress October 2008 - November 2008
Philadelphia Phantoms May 2007 - June 2007
Skills
Conservation Education, Communication, Wildlife Conservation, Teaching, Public Speaking, Volunteer Training, Interpretation, Ecology, Leadership, Editing, Education, Animal Behavior, Writing, Lesson Planning, Community Outreach, Environmental Education, Research, Conservation Issues, Nonprofits
Education
La Salle University 2006 — 2008
B.A., Communications
Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute 2004 — 2006
B.A., Communication
Friends of the National Zoo March 1992 - Present
Skills
Account Management, Entertainment, Public Relations, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Community Outreach, Marketing, Budgets
Education
Alma College
Nothwestern Michigan College
Global Tiger Initiative November 2009 - Present
Smithsonian's National Zoo April 2008 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo 1987 - 2008
Skills
Wildlife Conservation, Research, Scientific Writing, Science Journalism, Science, Proofreading, Nonprofits, Natural History, Editing, Conservation Issues, Biodiversity, Animal Behavior, Publications, Evolutionary Biology, Science Communication, Zoology, Grant Writing, Environmental Education, Natural Resource..., Wildlife, Conservation Biology, Wildlife Biology, Ecology, Environmental Science, Sustainable Development, Environmental Issues, Climate Change, Environmental Policy, Natural Resources
Education
Duke University 1976 — 1980
Ph.D., animal behavior
Olney Golf Park February 2004 - Present
Jill Broder Tutoring Center 2011 - 2011
Friends of the National Zoo 2002 - 2004
Nature, International Journal of Science November 1994 - September 1998
The Colorado College June 1991 - June 1993
Skills
Customer Service, Event Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Colorado College 1987 — 1991
B.A., Biology and Chemistry
Morey's Piers, Beachfront Waterparks & Resorts January 2004 - Present
Morey’s Piers November 1997 - January 2004
Friends of the National Zoo October 1997 - December 1998
Morey's Piers November 1996 - November 1997
Skills
IAAPA Certified..., Member of IAAPA Safety..., Member of IAAPA..., Past Member and Chair..., New Jersey Amusement..., New Jersey Amusement..., New Jersey Amusement..., Ellis and Associates,..., Ellis and Associates..., NPSF Certified Pool..., Safety, Certified Pool Operator, Human Resources, Recruiting, International, Leadership, Training, Lobbying, Advocacy
Education
University of Pennsylvania - The Wharton School
Certificate of Professional Development
American University 1996 — 1998
M.A. Arts Management, GPA: 3.9/4.0
Indiana University Bloomington 1991 — 1995
B.S. Music Education, Music Teacher Education, GPA: 3.66/4.0
The Fairfax Christian School August 2012 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo June 2012 - August 2012
Nysmith School for the Gifted August 2010 - July 2012
Fairfax County Public Schools January 2010 - September 2010
Kathi's Klowns July 2007 - May 2009
University of Miami August 2008 - December 2008
Giant Food July 2003 - October 2006
Giant Food July 2003 - October 2006
Skills
Public Speaking, Curriculum Design, Teaching, Chemistry, Editing, PowerPoint, Microsoft Office, Event Planning, Newsletters, Office Management, Training, Science, Customer Service, Laboratory, Photoshop, Team Building, Research, Lesson Planning, Management
Education
University of Miami
BS, Chemistry
Herndon High 2001 — 2004
Cheetah Conservation Fund 2014 - Present
American University 2013 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo 2011 - 2014
American University August 2011 - April 2013
Horace Mann Elementary School 2012 - 2013
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta 2009 - 2010
Skills
Art, Painting
Education
American University 2011 — 2013
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Fine and Studio Arts
Frostburg State University 2005 — 2007
Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA), Fine and Studio Arts
Gulf Branch Nature Center and Long Branch Nature Center 2004 - Present
Hidden Oaks Nature Center January 1999 - Present
Parks & Recreation Department June 2014 - August 2014
Friends of the National Zoo 1990 - 2011
Education
Community College of Allegheny County
Associate of Science (A.S.), Legal Studies
USDA Graduate School
Certificates of Accomplishment, Natural History and Environmental Studies
American Museum of Natural History January 2014 - Present
American Museum of Natural History September 2011 - January 2014
Williams-Sonoma, Inc. December 2010 - June 2011
Friends of the National Zoo September 2009 - September 2010
International Spy Museum August 2009 - September 2010
Association of Science-Technology Centers January 2010 - April 2010
Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh September 2007 - April 2009
University of Michigan Museum of Natural History September 2006 - April 2007
Skills
Museums, Museum Collections, History, Volunteer Management, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Research, Grant Writing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Editing, Art History, Program Development, Museum Education, Microsoft Office, Event Management, Teaching, Public Relations, Curriculum Development
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2010
M.A.T., Museum Education Program
University of Michigan 2003 — 2007
BA, Anthropology, History of Art
Manna Food Center September 2010 - August 2012
Denver Seminary September 2008 - August 2010
American Kidney Fund February 2006 - December 2006
Pulmonary Hypertension Assoc April 2003 - February 2006
Friends of the National Zoo June 2001 - August 2001
Special Olympics, Inc June 2000 - August 2000
Skills
Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Public Speaking, Program Development, Event Planning, Editing, Grants, Social Media, Research, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Philanthropy, Nonprofits, Organizational..., Event Management, Grant Writing, Proposal Writing
Education
Denver Seminary 2007 — 2011
MA, Biblical Studies, New Testament
High Point University 1998 — 2002
BA, Human Relations
Friends of the National Zoo December 2014 - Present
George Washington University March 2009 - December 2014
Progressive Maryland August 2007 - March 2009
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Program Development, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Grants, Program Management, Policy, Research, Nonprofits, Analysis, International Relations, Grant Writing
Education
The George Washington University 2009 — 2012
Master of Public Policy (MPP), Public Policy
St. Mary's College of Maryland 2003 — 2007
Bachelors, Political Science and Public Policy
Providence Hospital March 2007 - Present
Providence Hospital March 2007 - August 2013
Friends of the National Zoo July 1999 - April 2007
Paralyzed Veterans of America July 1990 - July 1998
Skills
Financial Accounting, Account Management, Accounting, Accounts Payable, Customer Service, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Process Improvement, Healthcare
Education
Grand Canyon University 2011 — 2015
BS, Accounting
Intern'l Correspondence School 1985 — 1986
Diploma, General studies
Adventure Theatre MTC May 2013 - April 2015
Friends of the National Zoo February 2013 - June 2013
Smithsonian National Zoological Park October 2012 - January 2013
Smithsonian Institution August 2007 - September 2012
National Museum of Natural History 2005 - 2007
Skills
Fundraising, Stewardship, Annual Giving, Nonprofits, Museums, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Board Relations, Prospect Research, Board Development, Communications, Fundraisers
Education
George Washington University
Museum Studies
USDA Graduate School
Writing for Public Relations and Marketing
Georgetown University - The McDonough School of Business
MBA, Marketing
Northern Virginia Community College
Proofreading, Social Media Marketing
Wellesley College
BA, Psychobiology
Friends of the National Zoo June 2012 - Present
U.S. Department of State January 2011 - April 2012
Charles Sturt University 2010 - 2011
Freinds of the National Zoo July 2007 - April 2010
National Educational Travel Council November 2004 - July 2007
Skills
International Relations, Foreign Policy, Research, International..., Policy Analysis, Program Management, Government, Public Speaking, Nonprofits
Education
Charles Sturt University 2010 — 2013
Master's degree, Natural Resource Management
Charles Sturt University 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Environmental Science
Montgomery County Humane Society June 2011 - Present
The Wag Factory August 2009 - May 2011
Friends of the National Zoo June 2008 - August 2008
Education
College of Charleston 2008 — 2011
B.S., Biology
University College Cork 2007 — 2008
Friends of the National Zoo April 2009 - March 2011
Spherion Silver October 2002 - April 2009
Skills
Customer Service
Education
Career Technical Institute
Edward Waters College
Criminal Justice
National Network for Youth September 2013 - Present
Friends of the National Zoo April 2010 - September 2013
Giant Food May 2013 - June 2013
Estella's Hats Boutique July 2004 - March 2008
Education
Northern Virginia Community College 2013 — 2013
Pharmacy Technician/Assistant
Archbishop Carroll High School 2005 — 2009
High School, General Studies, 12th
University of Colorado July 2013 - Present
East Carolina University December 2011 - May 2013
East Carolina University August 2008 - December 2011
Friends of the National Zoo August 2005 - June 2008
American Cancer Society 2002 - 2004
Missoula Aging Services 2000 - 2002
U.S. Potato Board 1997 - 2000
Skills
Writing, Donor cultivation, Donor management, Volunteer recruitment, Volunteer management, Event planning, Relationship building, Marketing and..., Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Philanthropy, Public Relations, Community Development, Event Management, Event Planning, Stewardship
Education
Colorado State University 1998 — 2000
Master's degree, communication management
Colorado State University 1993 — 1997
Bachelor's of Science, Journalism
Shawn Mallan 1995 - Present
Pacific Gas and Electric Company September 2009 - August 2013
Pacific Gas and Electric Company October 2007 - September 2009
Pacific Gas and Electric Company September 2000 - October 2007
Pacific Gas and Electric Company March 1996 - September 2000
Friends of the National Zoo September 1988 - September 1995
Skills
Risk Assessment, Risk Management, Legal Compliance, Risk Analysis, Operational Risk..., Environmental Compliance, Digital Photography, Compliance, Wildlife Photography, Wildlife Rehabilitation, Whole House Renovations
Education
Syracuse University - Martin J. Whitman School of Management 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's degree, Marketing/Marketing Management, General