PolicyLink Company
PolicyLink is a national research and action institute dedicated to advancing economic and social equity. It focuses on policies affecting low-income communities and communities of color. It is a nonprofit organization based in Oakland, California, with branch offices in New York City; Washington, DC; and Los Angeles. Founded: 1999
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PolicyLink Employees
PolicyLink June 2015 - August 2015
Politics & Prose Bookstore November 2013 - July 2014
Stanford University School of Medicine September 2012 - January 2013
The Crucible September 2012 - November 2012
11th St. Family Health Services Center of Drexel University September 2011 - October 2012
Urban Tree Connection June 2011 - August 2011
Play Rugby USA March 2011 - June 2011
Skills
Public Speaking, Research, Event Planning, Microsoft Office, Teaching, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Social Media, Editing, Nonprofits, Volunteer Management, Program Development
Education
University of Southern California 2014 — 2016
Master of Public Policy
Oberlin College 2006 — 2010
BA, English, Musical Studies
Castilleja School 2002 — 2006
High school diploma
PolicyLink February 2015 - Present
Alliance for CHANGE September 2014 - February 2015
W. Haywood Burns Institute June 2014 - November 2014
Kiva.org June 2013 - August 2013
Santa Clara University January 2011 - January 2012
Under the Nile 2010 - 2012
SEKEM June 2011 - July 2011
Skills
Social Media, Public Relations, Advocacy, Social Justice, Public Policy, Public Health, Research, Program Development, Report Writing, Quantitative Research, Qualitative Research, Economic Development, Nonprofits
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2012 — 2014
Master of Development Practice, Sustainable Development
Santa Clara University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
The American University in Cairo 2007 — 2008
Certified at the Arabic Language Institute, Modern Standard Arabic and Colloquial Arabic
Evidence for Action: Investigator-Initiated Research to Build a Culture of Health March 2015 - Present
John F. Kennedy University January 2013 - April 2015
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission May 2013 - February 2015
PolicyLink May 2008 - May 2013
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation Center to Prevent Childhood Obesity 2009 - 2011
Husky Sport January 2007 - May 2008
Laboratory for Sport Management August 2006 - May 2008
Seton Hall Sports Poll August 2004 - December 2005
Skills
Health Equity, Childhood Obesity, Health Policy, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Public Health, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Program Development, Grants, Policy, Legislative Relations, Local Government, Government, Politics, Community Engagement, Legislation, Strategic Planning, Community Development, Research, Workshop Facilitation, Public Speaking, Capacity Building, Strategic Communications, Philanthropy, Youth Development, Nonprofits, Leadership, Qualitative Research, Fundraising, Grassroots Organizing, Volunteer Management
Education
University of Connecticut 2006 — 2009
PhD, Kinesiology
Seton Hall University 2004 — 2005
M.B.A., Sport Management
University of Missouri-Columbia 2000 — 2004
B.S., Nutrition and Fitness
Bloom Energy March 2014 - Present
PolicyLink June 2012 - December 2012
The Shaw Group August 2010 - August 2011
Instituto Nacional de Investigaciones Nucleares June 2010 - August 2010
GE June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Analysis, Statistics, Sustainability, Public Policy, Energy, Economic Development, Urban Planning, Product Development, Strategy, Project Management, Cross-functional Team..., Control Systems..., Python (NumPy and..., Mathematical Modeling, Innovation Management, GIS, Financial Modeling
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2011 — 2013
Master of City Planning, Economic Development and Sustainability
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2006 — 2010
B.S., Nuclear Science and Engineering
California State University, East Bay August 2014 - Present
Georgetown University September 2012 - May 2014
Georgetown University September 2012 - May 2014
PolicyLink June 2013 - November 2013
Pulitzer Center on Crisis Reporting January 2013 - June 2013
Japanese Community Youth Council August 2010 - August 2012
Bay Area Urban Debate League September 2009 - September 2010
Japanese Community Youth Council August 2009 - August 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Non-profits, Editing, Youth Development, Fundraising, Teaching, Higher Education, Program Development, Volunteer Management, Community Organizing, Nonprofits, Research, Social Services, Training
Education
Georgetown University 2012 — 2014
Master of Arts (MA), English Language and Literature/Letters
Georgetown University 2005 — 2009
BA, English Honors
PolicyLink August 2015 - Present
PolicyLink February 2013 - Present
PolicyLink January 2009 - January 2013
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention 2005 - 2008
Children's Defense Fund 2004 - 2005
Northeastern University 2002 - 2003
Vassar College 1996 - 1997
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Program Evaluation, Grant Writing, Community Development, Program Development, Grants, Strategic Communications, Public Health, Community Outreach, Research, Politics, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Policy, Qualitative Research, Economic Development, Capacity Building, Community Organizing
Education
The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston 2003 — 2007
Doctor of Public Health (DrPH)
Boston University School of Public Health 2000 — 2002
Master of Public Health (MPH)
SmithBucklin January 2015 - Present
Cypress Hills Local Development Corporation October 2013 - April 2014
PolicyLink June 2013 - August 2013
Loyola University Chicago August 2012 - May 2013
Centre College August 2010 - May 2012
Skills
Leadership Development, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Editing, Event Planning, Student Affairs, Community Outreach, SPSS, International..., Academic Administration, Social Media, International Education, French, Public Policy, Strategic Communications, Blogging, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Public Relations, Policy, Event Management, Facebook, Workshop Facilitation, Social Justice, Internal Communications, Press Releases, Proofreading, Annual Giving, Volunteer Management, Grants, Crowdfunding, Twitter, Donor Engagement
Education
Loyola University of Chicago 2012 — 2013
Cultural and Educational Policy Studies, M.A., International and Comparative Education
Centre College 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, minor in Government
Pacific Union September 2014 - Present
PolicyLink November 2011 - September 2013
Aegis Holding Company November 2009 - July 2011
Tides Center March 2008 - August 2009
KNN Public Finance February 2007 - February 2008
Global Health Fellows Program August 2006 - January 2007
The Lancer Group 2005 - 2006
Skills
Microsoft Office, Financial Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Research, Project Management, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Policy, Philanthropy
Education
University of California, San Diego 2003 — 2006
International Studies, Political Science, East Asia
Laney College 2000 — 2003
Associate of Arts (AA), General Studies
The Workers Lab June 2015 - Present
ClimatePlan September 2014 - May 2015
Youth Radio January 2010 - December 2013
California Forward August 2010 - December 2012
Alameda County August 2006 - September 2010
PolicyLink February 2004 - August 2006
Alameda County 2000 - 2003
City of San Jose 1995 - 1998
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Policy, Coalitions, Community Outreach, Politics, Program Management, Strategy, Budgets, Leadership, Nonprofits, Public Health, Strategic Planning, Non-profits, Political Campaigns, Grassroots Organizing, Economic Development, Proposal Writing, Government, Community Organizing, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Program Development, Grants, Research, Data Analysis, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Volunteer Management, Strategic Communications, Legislative Relations, Philanthropy, Qualitative Research, Legislation, Public Speaking, Public Administration, Workshop Facilitation, Community Engagement, Environmental Policy, Public Affairs, Youth Development, Political Consulting, Media Relations, Civic Engagement, Organizational..., Non-profit..., Public Relations, Grassroots
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1994 — 1996
Master, Public Policy
University of California, Berkeley 1989 — 1993
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Literature
Scholars' Latino Initiative July 2015 - Present
Princeton University June 2015 - July 2015
Freelance January 2013 - July 2015
PolicyLink June 2014 - May 2015
Mayor's Office of Policy Planning and Coordination February 2014 - May 2014
Frontline Solutions May 2011 - January 2013
Population Services International June 2009 - August 2009
Iko Poran May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Non-profits, Business Planning, Financial Modeling, Spanish, Strategic Planning, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Business Strategy, Public Speaking, Data Analysis, Community Development, Community Service, Nonprofits, Entrepreneurship, Leadership Development, Microsoft Excel, Program Development, Social Entrepreneurship, Leadership
Education
Princeton University 2013 — 2015
Master in Public Affairs, Domestic Policy (Urban Policy and Planning)
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2007 — 2011
BS, Business Administration
Universidad de Sevilla 2009 — 2009
Great Oakland Public Schools August 2013 - August 2015
Education Pioneers July 2011 - August 2013
The California Endowment January 2011 - May 2011
urbanEd Solutions May 2010 - September 2010
PolicyLink October 2008 - July 2009
PolicyLink January 2006 - October 2008
Skills
Program Evaluation, Program Development, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Fundraising, Grant Writing, Curriculum Development, Strategic Communications, Public Policy, Program Management, Research, Community Organizing, Grants, Qualitative Research, Strategic Planning
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2011
MPP, Public Policy Analysis
Columbia University in the City of New York 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Comparative Literature
Kaiser Permanente June 2015 - August 2015
UC Berkeley August 2013 - May 2015
PolicyLink May 2014 - August 2014
Pacific Institute May 2013 - August 2013
Isms Collaborative at School of Public Health, UC Berkeley August 2012 - August 2013
UC San Diego 2010 - 2012
Skills
Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Program Development, Teaching, Public Health, Urban Planning, Community Based..., Community Organizing, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2012 — 2015
Master's Degree, City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning, Public Health
University of California, San Diego 2007 — 2012
Bachelor's Degree, Ethnic Studies
PolicyLink February 2012 - Present
various May 2012 - December 2012
Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco August 2012 - October 2012
Institute for Research on Labor and Employment September 2011 - June 2012
Center for Community Innovation January 2011 - October 2011
Institute of Urban and Regional Development September 2010 - December 2010
TransForm January 2007 - May 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Public Policy, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Research, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Community Development, Grants, Program Development, Nonprofits, Community Organizing, Community Engagement, Capacity Building, International...
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2010 — 2012
Masters in City Planning, Housing, Community Economic Development
UC Berkeley 2000 — 2005
BA, Peace and Conflict Studies
PolicyLink May 2013 - Present
OfficeTeam June 2012 - May 2013
GA Delegate October 2011 - May 2012
Women’s Initiative for Self-Employment October 2011 - May 2012
UC Berkeley June 2011 - July 2011
Jewish Vocational Service October 2010 - May 2011
Student Learning Center, University of California, Berkeley August 2008 - August 2010
Academic Achievement Programs, University of California, Berkeley August 2006 - August 2010
Student Learning Center, University of California, Berkeley August 2006 - August 2010
UC Berkeley August 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Non-profits, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Fundraising, Social Media, Microsoft Excel, Research, Public Relations, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Event Management, Microsoft Word, Project Management, Community Outreach, Editing, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing
Education
University of California 2005 — 2012
Master of Social Welfare, Management and Planning
University of California, Berkeley 2005 — 2010
BA, Psychology and Sociology
PolicyLink March 2014 - Present
Prevention Institute February 2014 - February 2014
Prevention Institute November 2009 - January 2014
Center for Behavioral & Community Health Studies August 2007 - June 2009
Kaiser Permanente 2009 - 2009
House of Blues July 2006 - July 2007
Alliance Francaise de Philadelphie August 2003 - July 2006
Fork Restaurant August 2003 - July 2006
ExxonMobil February 2000 - January 2003
Skills
Public Health, Grant Writing, Program Evaluation, Health Equity, Grants, Program Development, Community Outreach, Event Planning
Education
San Diego State University-California State University 2007 — 2009
MPH, Public Health
North Carolina State University 1995 — 1999
B.S., Chemical Engineering
Urban ID Media May 2002 - Present
Community2Community May 2011 - August 2015
500 Men Making A Difference January 2015 - January 2015
I Don't Know Why He Loves Me January 2014 - February 2014
Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce June 1998 - October 2013
Sykes Global Communications June 2012 - September 2013
Original Tee Golf Classic June 2013 - August 2013
PolicyLink February 2008 - June 2012
UniWorld Group May 2002 - December 2002
RCA Records January 2000 - September 2001
Skills
Publicity, Marketing, Media Relations, Social Media Outreach, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Communications, Production Management, Cause Marketing, Client Relationship..., Event Planning, Research, Experiential Marketing, Live Events, Content Marketing, Fundraising, Entertainment, Nonprofits, Leadership, Community Development, Relationship Marketing, Digital Media, Blogging, Business Development, Advertising, Production Managment, Social Media, CRM, New Media, Public Relations, Program Management, Journalism, Email Marketing, Social Networking, Newsletters, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Facebook, Event Management, Writing, Public Speaking
Education
Clark Atlanta University 1985 — 1990
Bachelor's of Arts, Mass Communications
Metropolitan Transportation Commission January 2015 - Present
San Mateo Health System July 2013 - Present
PolicyLink September 2007 - July 2013
San Francisco State University 2005 - June 2013
San Francisco Department of Public Health 2004 - 2007
Environmental Careers Organization 2002 - 2004
Environmental Careers Organization, Sustainable Communities Leadership Program 2002 - 2004
Skills
Program Evaluation, Public Health, Research, Social Sciences, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Grant Writing, Prevention, Community Outreach, Policy, Capacity Building, Epidemiology, Nonprofits, Program Development, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Qualitative Research, Strategic Communications
Education
San Francisco State University 2004 — 2007
MPH, Public Health
University of California, Santa Barbara 1996 — 2000
B.S., Environmental Science
Estolano LeSar Perez Advisors, LLC July 2014 - Present
Estolano LeSar Perez Advisors, LLC October 2013 - June 2014
PolicyLink June 2013 - August 2013
Lewis Center for Regional Policy Studies September 2012 - April 2013
Local Initiatives Support Corporation (LISC) August 2011 - August 2012
City of Oakland: Public Works Agency September 2010 - December 2010
Recipe for Success June 2010 - July 2010
Skills
Sustainability, Proposal Writing, Grants, Leadership, Program Management, Policy, Event Planning, Marketing Communications, Research, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Data Analysis, Public Policy, Microsoft Office, Community Development, ArcGIS, Grant Writing
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 2012 — 2014
Masters, Urban and Regional Planning Concentration, Environmental Analysis & Policy
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2010
B.S, Environmental Economics & Policy Minor, City & Regional Planning
Kaiser Permanente September 2014 - Present
Prevention Institute May 2014 - August 2014
Prevention Institute June 2011 - March 2014
Groundwork Somerville October 2009 - May 2011
Tufts University October 2009 - December 2010
PolicyLink June 2010 - August 2010
Skills
Public Health, Urban Planning, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Food Systems, Health Care Reform, Qualitative Research, Writing, Program Coordination, Consultation, Grants, Program Management, Grant Writing
Education
Tufts University 2009 — 2011
Master of Arts (M.A.), Urban and Environmental Policy and Planning
University of Washington 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Geography
UC Berkeley August 2011 - May 2013
PolicyLink June 2012 - August 2012
John Hancock December 2008 - May 2011
State Farm Insurance June 2007 - December 2008
Skills
Bloomberg, Asset Allocation, Investments, Financial Modeling, Quantitative Analytics, Portfolio Management, Fixed Income, Financial Analysis, Capital Markets, Corporate Finance, Stata, Credit Analysis, Capital IQ, Investment Strategies, Data Analysis, Statistics, Policy Analysis, Econometrics, Valuation, Research, Public Policy
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2011 — 2013
Master of Public Policy
University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Science, Finance
The United Way of the Bay Area March 2011 - Present
TransFair USA, d\b\a Fair Trade USA November 2007 - March 2011
Mills College 2006 - 2007
PolicyLink 2002 - 2006
Foundation for National Progress (Mother Jones Magazine) 1994 - 2002
Skills
Non-profits, Budgeting, Human Resources, IT Oversight, PRI loans, Risk Management, Facilities Management, Contractual Agreements, Budgets, Sales Force Development, Nonprofits, Fundraising, System Administration, Contract Negotiation, Corporate Social..., Leadership, Management, Salesforce.com, Social Entrepreneurship, Philanthropy, Forecasting, Operations Management, Executive Management, Strategy, Finance, Grants, Strategic Planning
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1979 — 2014
Continuing Education
University of Michigan 1976 — 1977
Wesleyan University 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Arts
City of Rochester Social Welfare ExaminerMonroe County Department of Human ServicesApril 2012 - July 2015
Monroe County Child Support Enforcement Unit August 2011 - April 2012
PolicyLink March 2010 - May 2011
Resources Himalaya Foundation September 2010 - November 2010
US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) May 2010 - August 2010
US Forest Service May 2007 - September 2008
Skills
Research, Public Policy, Government, Community Development, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Customer Service, Microsoft Word, Data Entry, PowerPoint, Outlook, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Creativity, Environmental Policy, Environmental Issues, Human Services, Sustainable Development, GIS, Professional Writing, Policy, Sustainability, Analysis
Education
Cornell University 2009 — 2011
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Environmental Policy, 3.59
The Ohio State University 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Ecology and Evolutionary Biology, 3.51
Kaiser Permanente June 2014 - Present
UC Berkeley College of Environmental Design January 2014 - May 2014
PolicyLink June 2013 - January 2014
National Academy for State Health Policy June 2010 - August 2012
Duke University Health System January 2010 - May 2010
Health Care for All North Carolina August 2009 - May 2010
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, School of Nursing January 2008 - May 2010
Southern Jamaica Plain Health Center June 2009 - August 2009
UNC Gillings School of Global Public Health August 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Public Health, Community Health, Policy Analysis, Health Policy, Health Advocacy, Program Evaluation, Research, Literature Reviews, Health Equity, Qualitative Research, Public Speaking
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2012 — 2014
Master of Public Health (MPH), Health Policy and Management
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Science in Public Health, Health Policy and Management
CFED June 2015 - Present
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management August 2013 - Present
MACDC - Mass. Assoc. of Community Development Corporations September 2014 - June 2015
Brandeis University January 2015 - May 2015
Brandeis University September 2014 - December 2014
Brandeis University September 2014 - October 2014
PolicyLink May 2014 - August 2014
Madewell February 2014 - May 2014
Princeton University Frist Campus Center April 2010 - June 2013
Coalition for Peace Action June 2012 - August 2012
Skills
Microsoft Office, Community Development, Nonprofits, Customer Service, Adobe Creative Suite, Management, Team Leadership, Deadline Oriented, Mac OS X, Rhino 3D, Community Organizing, Entrepreneurship, R, Windows, Digital Marketing, Multi Tasking, Research, Public Speaking, Social Policy
Education
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University 2013 — 2018
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Social Policy, 3.77
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University 2013 — 2015
Master of Social Policy, Assets and Inequalities, 3.77
Princeton University 2009 — 2013
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Architecture
Danish Institute for Study Abroad 2012 — 2012
Laurel School 2005 — 2009
3.85
PolicyLink October 2014 - Present
City and County of San Francisco January 2012 - September 2014
City and County of San Francisco August 2011 - July 2012
Lawrence Hall of Science August 2010 - August 2011
The Student Advocate's Office September 2010 - May 2011
The Student Advocate's Office September 2009 - May 2011
UC Berkeley September 2008 - May 2009
Risk Management Office (CCSF) May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Research, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Political Science, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Government, Energy Policy, Renewable Energy, Analysis, Policy, Program Management
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2011
B.A., Political Science, Public Policy
Fair Trade USA June 2014 - Present
Self-employed July 2013 - June 2014
World Society for the Protection of Animals June 2012 - June 2013
Urban Design Lab at the Earth Institute, Columbia University September 2011 - April 2012
Karp Resources January 2012 - March 2012
Tufts University August 2009 - May 2011
California Policy Action Network for Sustainable Agriculture June 2010 - August 2010
Prevention Institute June 2006 - March 2009
PolicyLink November 2005 - April 2006
Skills
Public Policy, Research, Public Health, Food Policy, Nutrition, Sustainable Agriculture, Writing, Report Writing, Program Evaluation, GIS, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Sustainability, Policy Analysis, Editing, Grants, Policy, Nonprofits, Social Media, Analysis, Qualitative Research, Leadership, Strategic Communications
Education
Tufts University 2009 — 2011
M.S., Agriculture, Food and Environment (Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy), GPA: 3.9/4.0
Palo Alto High School
Wesleyan University
B.A., American Studies
Moonsail North May 2015 - Present
NPO Solutions July 2012 - May 2015
University of Southern California January 2013 - 2013
Tantraphol Consulting August 2010 - July 2012
PolicyLink January 2012 - May 2012
Goldman School of Public Policy August 2010 - May 2012
The Greenlining Institute June 2011 - August 2011
Asian Americans for Community Involvement (AACI) September 2008 - August 2010
Leadership Education for Asian Pacifics, Inc. (LEAP) July 2006 - September 2008
Skills
Statistical analysis..., Microsoft Office Suite..., Databases (Raiser’s..., Design programs (Adobe..., Social media platforms..., Social media management..., Grant writing & editing, Contract management &..., Management, Grant Writing, Databases, PowerPoint, Policy, Event Planning, Policy Analysis, Program Management, Microsoft Word, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Program Evaluation, Grants, Editing, Strategic Planning, Social Justice, Public Policy, Proposal Writing, Community Organizing, Organizational..., Analysis, Qualitative Research, Government, Social Media, Research
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2010 — 2012
Master of Public Policy, Public Policy
University of California, Irvine 2003 — 2006
B.A., Sociology, Minor in Asian American Studies
Independent Consultant June 2015 - Present
First Unitarian Universalist Church of San Diego August 2014 - June 2015
a.d.a.&m. January 2005 - February 2015
PolicyLink January 2013 - July 2014
University of Florida August 2011 - December 2011
The Sports Club/LA - DC September 2005 - June 2006
Equinox Fitness Clubs June 2003 - February 2004
Skills
Dance, Theatre, Musical Theatre, Teaching, Event Planning, Fitness, Choreography, Blogging, Training, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Singing, Entertainment, Public Speaking, Customer Service, Wellness, Public Relations, Event Management, Creative Writing, Opera, Music, Personal Training, Nonprofits, Leadership Development, Acting, Performing Arts, Stage, Television, Research, Editing
Education
Pacific School of Religion 2014 — 2016
Master of Divinity (M.Div.)
Starr King School for Ministry 2012 — 2014
Master of Divinity, Ministry
Princeton University 1983 — 1987
BA, English, Music
Florida School of Massage 2010 — 2010
LMT, Massage Therapy/ Hydrotherapy
Institute of Psycho Structural Balancing 2005 — 2005
Certification, Massage Technician
GIACOBBE January 2014 - Present
PolicyLink February 2012 - September 2014
The Brookings Institution March 2011 - October 2011
Kimball Stroud & Associates October 2010 - August 2011
Organizing for Action August 2007 - January 2009
Skills
Spanish, Grant Writing, Speech Writing, Report Writing, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, HTML, Database Administration, Research, Fundraising, Event Planning, Political Campaigns, Management, Event Management
Education
Texas Christian University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Spanish, Latin American Studies, International Communications
Instituto Universitario Nacional del Arte 2009 — 2009
Photography and Arts
Universidad del Museo Social Argentino 2009 — 2009
Latin American Literature and History
Boston University-Department of Health Policy & Health Services Research 2015 - Present
NeighborWorks America June 2013 - August 2013
PolicyLink June 2012 - August 2012
Worcester Community Housing Resources October 2011 - May 2012
Bayside Community Center 2008 - 2011
Tijuana River National Estuarine Research Reserve April 2008 - August 2008
Jesuit Volunteers International in Managua, Nicaragua November 2005 - December 2007
Skills
Fluent in Spanish, Beginner ArcGIS, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Grant Writing
Education
Clark University 2011 — 2014
MBA/MA in Community Development and Planning
University of San Diego 2001 — 2005
Bachelor of Arts, International Relations, Spanish
BerlinRosen Public Affairs May 2014 - Present
PolicyLink July 2013 - April 2014
PolicyLink February 2011 - July 2013
freelance editor/writer 2002 - February 2011
University of Minnesota August 2007 - May 2010
dislocate literary journal June 2008 - June 2009
California VoterConnect 2006 - June 2007
Mobile Voter May 2006 - October 2006
OaklandVOTE 2005 - 2006
Minnesota DFL Party August 2004 - November 2004
Skills
Research, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Microsoft Office, Policy, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking, Non-profits, Microsoft Excel, Social Media, Public Relations, Government, Editing, PowerPoint, Project Management, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Press Releases, Blogging, Creative Writing
Education
University of Minnesota-Twin Cities 2007 — 2010
Master of Fine Arts (MFA), Creative Writing
Cornell University 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature/Letters
Stuyvesant High School 1996 — 2000
WeTheProtesters January 2015 - Present
PolicyLink November 2012 - Present
Beth Uriel January 2012 - June 2012
Stanford University June 2011 - January 2012
Stanford University September 2009 - June 2011
Skills
Statistical Data..., Grant Writing, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Quantitative Analytics, Graphic Design, Adobe Creative Suite, Constant Contact, Spanish-speaking, FileMaker, IQ, Access, Microsoft Office, Youth Development, Database Administration, Stata, R, Community Outreach, Community Organizing
Education
Stanford University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science
Winter Park High School 2004 — 2008
IB diploma
Resonance July 2014 - Present
Wonder: Strategies for Good July 2014 - Present
PolicyLink September 2013 - September 2014
Fenton July 2010 - August 2013
Race Forward July 2009 - July 2010
Institute for Policy Studies June 2007 - September 2007
Jubilee USA Network April 2005 - April 2007
Center for Economic and Policy Research February 2004 - April 2005
Center for Economic and Policy Research February 2002 - April 2003
Skills
Media Relations, Message Development, Crisis Communications, Reputation Management, Strategic Communications, Nonprofits, Public Relations, Speech Writing, Press Releases, Public Affairs, Internal Communications, Social Media, Corporate Social..., Politics, Blogging, Copywriting, Social Media Marketing, New Media, Publicity, Political Campaigns, Community Development, Journalism
Education
Northwestern University 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Arts
NYC Department of Homeless Services August 2015 - Present
Results Leadership Group February 2015 - July 2015
Promise Neighborhoods Institute at PolicyLink, PolicyLink January 2010 - February 2015
PolicyLink January 2007 - 2010
Bay Area Legal Aid 2006 - 2007
Vera Institute of Justice 2002 - 2004
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Program Development, Policy, Government, Community Organizing, Research, Politics, Public Speaking, Community Engagement, Qualitative Research, Workshop Facilitation, Capacity Building, Data Analysis, Education Policy, Nonprofits, Social Services, Volunteer Management, Strategy, Leadership Development, Leadership
Education
New York University 2010 — 2015
PhD, Education Leadership
Teachers College of Columbia University 2008 — 2010
MA, Politics and Education
Barnard College 1998 — 2002
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Science/ Pan African Studies
A+ Government Solutions, Inc. August 2012 - Present
American University August 2009 - January 2011
PolicyLink June 2010 - August 2010
United States House of Representatives June 2009 - August 2009
United States House of Representatives March 2009 - May 2009
Prometric June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Research, Non-profits, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Government, Editing, Social Media, International Relations, Event Planning, Public Relations, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Political Science, SPSS, Politics, Public Affairs, Project Management, Strategic Planning, Grant Writing, Qualitative Research, Analysis, Policy, Political Campaigns, Proposal Writing
Education
American University 2009 — 2010
MA, Political Science
American University 2006 — 2009
BA, Political Science
Santa Clara County Public Health, Assessment, Planning & Health Policy Division December 2012 - Present
UC Berkeley August 2008 - December 2012
San Jose State University Health Science Dept. August 2011 - November 2012
UC Berkeley August 2009 - November 2012
PolicyLink 2009 - 2009
La Clinica de La Raza January 2008 - August 2008
La Clinica de La Raza September 2001 - December 2007
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention June 2007 - August 2007
UCSF 2007 - 2007
La Clinica de La Raza September 1999 - September 2001
Skills
Health Education, Public Health, Program Evaluation, Program Development, Grant Writing, Community Organizing, Grants, Community Outreach, Healthcare, Statistics, Prevention, Workshop Facilitation, Health Planner, Qualitative Research, Participatory Action..., Youth empowerment, Health Policy, Environmental Justice, Research, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Community Development, Health Equity
Education
UC Berkeley 2008 — 2011
DrPH, Public Health
San Jose State University 2006 — 2008
MPH, Community Health Education
UC Santa Barbara 1994 — 1999
BS, Bio-Psychology
JGT Communications January 2011 - Present
The Gold Standard September 2010 - Present
PolicyLink July 2012 - Present
Anti-Defamation League 2007 - Present
Make Waves and @BonnieMcEwan April 2007 - January 2014
Douglas Gould & Company September 2002 - March 2007
Open Door Family Medical Center 2002 - 2003
Inside You Multimedia July 2001 - August 2002
Travel Networ/Travel Executive January 1997 - January 2001
BTI Americas January 1994 - January 1997
Skills
Training and..., Media strategy,..., Creative thinker, Media Strategy, Temporary Placement, Creativity, Community Outreach, Adults, Workshop Facilitation, Strategic Communications, Non-profits, Public Relations, Training, Media Relations, Marketing, Nonprofits, Publicity, Community Development, Team Building, Research, Fundraising, Social Media, Copy Editing, Speech Writing, Community Organizing, Public Speaking, Advertising, Press Releases, Marketing Communications, Grant Writing, Crisis Communications, Strategist, Leadership, Program Development, Social Networking, Event Planning, Politics, Volunteer Management, Philanthropy, Editing, Newsletters, Event Management
Education
Hofstra University
Theatre Major
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development January 2010 - Present
PolicyLink November 2000 - November 2010
The San Francisco Foundation June 1993 - November 2000
Skills
Non-profits, Community Development, Public Policy, Economic Development, Leadership, Leadership Development, Politics, Capacity Building, Policy, Nonprofits, Strategy, Government, Urban Planning, Grant Writing, Research, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Grants, Fundraising, Community Engagement, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1991 — 1993
Masters of City Planning, City and Regional Planning
Yale University 1987 — 1991
Bachelor(s) of Arts in Architecture and Studies in the Environment
AmeriHealth Caritas August 2013 - Present
PolicyLink October 2010 - January 2012
Summit Health Institute for Research and Education, Inc October 2008 - 2010
Robert Wood Johnson Foundation 2006 - 2008
Skills
Nonprofits, Program Development, Fundraising, Program Management, Public Policy, Strategic Planning, Community Outreach, Grants, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Healthcare, Non-profits, Community Development, Health Policy
Education
Temple University 2002 — 2004
MPH, Public Health
East Tennessee State University July 1977 - Present
Southeast Regional Health Impact Assessment Conference 2014 - 2014
Local Government Commission 2003 - 2012
National Institute of Environmental Health Sciences (NIEHS) 2001 - 2012
PolicyLink 2005 - 2011
Southern Appalachian Greenways Alliance 2008 - 2010
American Public Health Association 2006 - 2010
U.S. Environmental Protection Agency 1999 - 2010
Kingsport Tomorrow (nonprofit visioning organization) 2008 - 2009
City of Johnson City Tennessee January 2003 - December 2005
Skills
Grant Writing, Grants, Urban Planning, Economic Development, Public Health, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Community Development, Community Engagement, Policy, Program Evaluation, Program Development, Sustainability, Non-profits, Government, SPSS, ArcGIS, Research, Report Writing, Climate Change, Nonprofits, Statistics, Environmental Awareness, Qualitative Research, Volunteer Management, Leadership Development, Proposal Writing, Workshop Facilitation, Science, Public Speaking, Higher Education, Environmental Policy, Fundraising, Data Analysis
Education
University of California, Davis 1970 — 1974
Ph.D., Comparative Pathology
University of California, Riverside 1966 — 1970
BA, Biology (PE Minor)
John North High School
John North High School
UC Berkeley June 2013 - Present
UC Berkeley 2013 - 2015
UC Berkeley 2013 - 2015
UC Berkeley School of Public Health January 2013 - September 2013
Center for Health Leadership, UC Berkeley School of Public Health September 2011 - April 2013
College of Environmental Design, UC Berkeley May 2012 - December 2012
City of Richmond, California May 2012 - September 2012
UC Berkeley January 2010 - 2012
Jen Loy and Associates 2005 - 2012
PolicyLink June 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Urban Planning, Copywriting, Grant Writing, Editing, Non-profits, Blogging, Event Planning, Research, Qualitative Research, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Community Organizing, Public Policy, Public Health, Sustainability, Economic Development, ArcGIS, Editorial, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Community Development, Policy, Spanish, Community Engagement, Community Outreach, Government, Program Management, Program Evaluation, Politics, Program Development
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2012
Masters in City Planning, City Planning
University of California, Berkeley 1991 — 1996
BA (double), Spanish and Latin American Studies
Pixel Prose Media, LLC December 2010 - Present
Off the Beaten Plate November 2012 - Present
PolicyLink December 2009 - June 2012
New Yorkers for Bill Thompson June 2009 - November 2009
Cory A. Booker / City of Newark November 2007 - June 2009
Mayor Cory A. Booker / City of Newark June 2007 - November 2007
The Gersh Agency May 2006 - August 2006
NBC Philadelphia January 2006 - May 2006
Time Warner Inc. June 2001 - September 2002
Skills
Strategy Development, Media Pitching, Social Media Outreach, Public Relations, Social Media, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Press Releases, Blogging, Editing, Community Outreach, Event Planning, Non-profits, Social Networking, Publicity, Corporate Communications, Speech Writing, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Marketing, Entrepreneurship, Strategy, Event Management, Newsletters, Strategic Alliances &..., E-Advocacy, Message & Media Training, Copy-Editing, Transcription Services, Urban & Niche Marketing, Management, Integrated Marketing, Community Development, Email Marketing, Content Development, Publishing, Politics, Copy Editing, Crisis Communications, Research, Political Campaigns, Storytelling, Magazines, Copywriting, Newspapers, Government, Policy, Fundraising, Radio, Television
Education
Temple University 2002 — 2007
Bachelors of Arts, Journalism
Saint Dominic Academy 1998 — 2002
PolicyLink November 2014 - Present
Urbanful 2014 - 2014
Cerego 2012 - 2013
The World Bank 2012 - 2012
UN-HABITAT Costa Rica June 2011 - August 2011
Smart Growth America August 2009 - August 2010
Transportation for America August 2008 - July 2009
Reconnecting America October 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Transportation Planning, Research, GIS, Urban Planning, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Policy, Local Government
Education
University of Pennsylvania 2010 — 2012
MCP, Community & Economic Development
Macalester College 2003 — 2007
BA, Geography
Rao-Hermon Consulting: Profitable Solutions for Nonprofit Organizations January 2001 - Present
PolicyLink January 2012 - August 2014
UC Berkeley School of Social Welfare 2008 - 2011
Vocational Foundation, Inc. 2004 - 2008
Center for Employment Training January 1996 - December 2000
CORO Northern California 1993 - 1994
Skills
Program Management, Organizational..., Human Resources, Non-profits, Philanthropy, Grants, Nonprofits, Training, Newsletters, Grant Writing, International..., Fundraising, Community Outreach, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Board Development
Education
Woodrow Wilson School of International & Public Affairs, Princeton University 2005 — 2006
MPA-URP, Public Policy, Nonprofit Management, International Development
Coro Foundation of Northern California 1993 — 1994
Fellowship in Public Affairs
University of California, Berkeley 1987 — 1990
BA, Political Science major, City Planning Minor
California Newsreel September 2011 - Present
San Francisco State University January 2006 - Present
Health Equity Institute July 2010 - September 2011
California Newsreel June 2006 - June 2009
California School Health Centers Association December 2005 - June 2006
PolicyLink November 2000 - December 2005
Ask.com January 2000 - December 2000
San Francisco State University January 1997 - December 1999
Skills
Community Outreach, Broadcast, Research, Editing, Final Cut Pro, Video, Documentaries, Policy, Web Video, Teaching, Web Content, Multimedia, Editorial, Video Production, Health Education, Nonprofits, Social Media
Education
San Francisco State University 2003 — 2005
MPH, Public Health Communications
Informing Change (formerly BTW informing change) January 2011 - Present
Stanford University - Expanding College Opportunities February 2009 - December 2010
Public Policy Institute of California June 2005 - January 2009
Georgetown Center for Research on Children August 2003 - May 2005
PolicyLink June 2004 - August 2004
The World Bank February 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Nonprofits, Research, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Data Analysis, Public Policy, Policy, Analysis
Education
Georgetown University 2003 — 2005
Master of Public Policy, Domestic and International Education Policy Concentration
University of California, Los Angeles 1998 — 2002
BA, Economics, Education
100 Resilient Cities - Pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation 2014 - Present
100 Resilient Cities - Pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation 2013 - 2014
Marron Institute, New York University 2011 - 2013
Freelance Consultant 2011 - 2012
The New School 2009 - 2010
NYU's Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy 2006 - 2010
NYC Department of Small Business Services 2004 - 2006
Bureau of Housing and Community Development, City of Portland 2003 - 2003
PolicyLink 2002 - 2002
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Strategic Communications, Strategic Planning, Strategic Partnerships, Program Development, Nonprofits, Urban Studies, Data Analysis, Policy, Government, Strategy, Management, Leadership, Economic Development, Research
Education
London School of Economics and Political Science
MSc (Merit Honors), Social Policy and Planning
Reed College
B.A., Political Science
University of Cape Town
PolicyLink May 2015 - Present
Robert A Toigo Foundation March 2015 - May 2015
Asylum Access September 2014 - March 2015
Omega Foundation June 2014 - September 2014
Monterey Institute of International Studies March 2013 - May 2014
MIIS Development Practicum January 2014 - 2014
International Policy Studies Program Chair March 2013 - June 2013
Monterey County Reads February 2013 - May 2013
Best Buy November 2012 - January 2013
Superior Court of California August 2012 - November 2012
Skills
International Relations, Spanish, Customer Service, Research, Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, International..., Intercultural Skills, Intercultural Awareness, Social Media, Self-driven, Writing, Intercultural..., Team Effectiveness, Policy Analysis, Teamwork, Bilingual, Organizational..., Reliable, Microsoft Word, Mac, Volunteering, Communication, Analytical Skills, Interpersonal Skill, Tutoring, Leadership, Editing, Time Management, PowerPoint, Public Relations, Event Planning, Data Analysis, WordPress, Salesforce.com, Constant Contact
Education
Monterey Institute of International Studies
DPMI Certificate: Design, Partnering, Management and Innovation for Development
Monterey Institute of International Studies 2013 — 2014
Master of Arts (M.A.), International Policy Studies, Concentration in Human Security and Development
University of California, Riverside 2008 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Global Studies/ Political Science
UC Florence, Italy 2011 — 2011
Italian Language and Culture
UC Berkeley May 2013 - July 2013
PolicyLink November 2012 - March 2013
Center for Community Innovation 2012 - 2013
PolicyLink June 2012 - August 2012
UC Berkeley 2011 - 2012
Center for Community Innovation September 2010 - December 2010
Carbon Smart October 2009 - April 2010
Green for All November 2008 - May 2009
Skills
Sustainability, Environmental Policy, Climate Change, Urban Planning, Transportation Planning, Land Use Planning, Policy Analysis, CEQA
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2010 — 2011
PhD Student, City and Regional Planning
London School of Economics and Political Science 2007 — 2008
MSc, Urban Studies, Urban Theory
UC Berkeley 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Urban Land Institute August 2013 - Present
PolicyLink June 2012 - August 2013
PolicyLink September 2011 - December 2011
Collective Strength June 2009 - August 2011
The University of Texas at Austin School of Architecture January 2008 - October 2010
Travis County Transportation and Natural Resources June 2008 - September 2008
Dell July 2004 - January 2008
Motorola July 2000 - July 2004
Skills
Microsoft Office, ArcGIS, Adobe Creative Suite, Google SketchUp, AutoCAD, Research, Spatial Analysis, Analysis, Urban Planning, SketchUp, Data Analysis, Economic Development, Technical Writing, Running, GIS
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 — 2015
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), Community and Regional Planning
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2009
Master of Science (MS), Community and Regional Planning
University of Michigan 1996 — 2000
Bachelor of Science (BS), Industrial and Operations Engineering
PolicyLink June 2015 - Present
PolicyLink January 2011 - Present
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development May 2010 - January 2011
University of Illinois at Chicago July 2010 - December 2010
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development March 1999 - May 2002
Kay Waldo Barnes for Mayor August 1998 - March 1999
YouthNet of Greater Kansas City April 1997 - August 1998
Greater Kansas City Community Foundation and Affiliated Trusts June 1993 - April 1997
The Greater Kansas City Community Foundation 1995 - 1997
Valentine Radford 1990 - 1992
Skills
Leading Change, Leading People, Business Acumen, Building Coalitions, Results Driven, Program Development, Leadership, Non-profits, Economic Development, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Staff Development, Result Oriented, Organizational..., Policy, Fundraising, Training, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Community Development, Strategy, Higher Education, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Grants, Strategic Communications, Sustainability, Community Engagement, Program Management, Affordable Housing, Philanthropy, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Strategic Planning, Government, Workshop Facilitation, Board Development, Volunteer Management, Leadership Development
Education
Harvard University Kennedy School of Government
Executive Program in Public Management
The George Washington University
Ed.D., Human and Organizational Learning - With Distinction
University of Central Missouri
Bachelor of Science, Political Science
University of Missouri-Kansas City
MPA, Public Administration
Mission Economic Development Agency September 2013 - Present
East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation July 2004 - September 2013
Tenderloin Neighborhood Development Corporation 2004 - 2004
PolicyLink 2004 - 2004
Little Tokyo Service Center 2003 - 2004
Chreod Ltd. 2002 - 2003
LECG 1998 - 2001
Skills
Affordable Housing, LIHTC, Redevelopment, Tax Credits, Real Estate Development, Leases, Property Management, Real Estate, Tenant, Asset Managment, Economic Development, Due Diligence, Community Development, Urban Planning, Residential Homes, Real Estate Acquisitions, Entitlements, Urban Redevelopment, Strategic Planning, Negotiation, Asset Management, Community Economic..., Real Estate Transactions, Land Use
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2000 — 2002
Master of City Planning (M.C.P.), City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
University of California, Berkeley 1995 — 1998
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Political Economy
Cultiva La Salud / Public Health Institute September 2014 - September 2015
Public Health Institute July 2013 - September 2014
Local Government Commission February 2013 - July 2013
Latino Health Collaborative September 2011 - July 2012
Loma Linda University School of Public Health October 2011 - January 2012
PolicyLink June 2011 - August 2011
Asian Community Center of Sacramento Valley November 2009 - June 2010
Sierra Health Foundation October 2009 - June 2010
National Korean American Service & Education Consortium (NAKASEC) August 2009 - October 2009
SEARAC and OCA National March 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Community Outreach, Non-profits, Health, Microsoft Office, Excel, Data Analysis, Writing, Event Planning, SPSS, Social Media, PowerPoint, Qualitative Research, Statistics, Public Health, Health Education, Program Planning, English, Research, Word, Grant Writing, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Microsoft Excel, Program Development, Program Management, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Community Health, Leadership, Public Relations, Community Development, Policy, Volunteer Management, Event Management, Community Organizing, Youth Development, Plannning, Policy Analysis, Training, Grants, Microsoft Word, Health Policy, Health Promotion, Public Policy, Health Communication, Grassroots Organizing, Administration, Proposal Writing, Literature Reviews, Capacity Building
Education
Loma Linda University School of Public Health 2010 — 2012
Master of Public Health (MPH), Health Education and Promotion
University of California, Davis 2005 — 2009
BS, Community and Regional Development
Enterprise Business Partners June 2013 - Present
Strategic Economics October 2010 - May 2013
Berkeley High School June 2010 - August 2010
Scripps College Pre-Medical- Post-Baccalaureate Advising Office February 2007 - May 2010
Youth Radio June 2008 - February 2009
Scripps College Academy June 2008 - June 2008
PolicyLink May 2007 - September 2007
Skills
Strategic Planning, Marketing Strategy, Spanish, Education, Dialogue, Event Planning, Educational Outreach, Community Engagement, Website Development, Email Marketing, Community Outreach, Higher Education, Program Development, Nonprofits, Dialog Programs, Research, Leadership, Marketing, Public Speaking
Education
Scripps College 2006 — 2010
B.A., History, Hispanic Studies
City of Arvada January 2014 - Present
Denver Health August 2013 - December 2013
Jefferson County Public Health March 2013 - June 2013
LiveWell Colorado February 2013 - May 2013
University of New Mexico September 2010 - July 2012
PolicyLink May 2011 - August 2011
Skills
Public Health, Program Evaluation, Grant Writing, Research, Volunteer Management, Community Outreach, Grants, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Sustainability, Program Development, Community Development, Public Policy, Teaching, Fundraising, Community Health, Leadership, Community Organizing, Health Policy, Capacity Building, Built Environment, Healthy Equity, Active Transporation
Education
The University of New Mexico School of Medicine 2010 — 2012
Master of Public Health (MPH), Policy, Systems and Built Environment
The University of New Mexico 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science (BS), Nutrition Sciences, Magna Cum Laude
Colorado Mountain College 1999 — 2001
Outdoor Recreation Leadership, Wilderness Studies
US Water Alliance September 2015 - Present
Value of Water Coalition February 2015 - Present
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission August 2011 - January 2015
PolicyLink May 2000 - July 2011
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Politics, Community Outreach, Community Development, Policy, Political Campaigns, Government, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Economic Development, Coalitions, Social Media, Grants, Grassroots Organizing, Strategic Communications
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1998 — 2000
MA, City and Regional Planning
Columbia University in the City of New York 1991 — 1995
BA
NYC Food Policy Center September 2013 - Present
NYC Food Policy Center December 2012 - September 2013
Trident Swim Foundation January 2013 - June 2013
Red Rabbit, LLC May 2012 - June 2012
PolicyLink January 2012 - June 2012
Milano The New School for Urban Policy and Management June 2010 - May 2011
New York City Department of Small Business Services June 2010 - May 2011
Public Health Institute March 2007 - August 2009
Prevention Institute August 2005 - August 2006
Skills
Public Health, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Research, Workshop Facilitation, Event Planning, Policy Analysis, Program Development, Program Management, Program Coordination, Building Relationships, Strategic Partnerships, Partnership-building, Building Coalitions, Healthcare, Organizational..., Policy, Editing, Community Development, Capacity Building, Health Policy, SPSS, Economic Development, Community Health, Nonprofits
Education
CUNY Graduate Center, School of Public Health at Hunter College 2013 — 2017
Doctor of Public Health (DrPH), Health Policy and Management, Food Policy
The New School 2009 — 2011
M.S., Urban Policy Analysis and Management
Brandeis University 2001 — 2005
B.A., Sociology; Health: Science, Society, and Policy
Cuepoint February 2015 - Present
New York State Office of Temporary and Disability Assistance November 2011 - February 2015
National Heritage Academies February 2007 - November 2011
Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum December 2008 - April 2011
Service Employees International Union (SEIU) November 2004 - January 2009
The Rockefeller Foundation June 2001 - December 2005
Hip-Hop Civic Engagement Project July 2003 - January 2005
National Hip-Hop Political Convention September 2003 - December 2004
Progressive State Action Collaborative December 2003 - May 2004
PolicyLink November 2000 - February 2002
Skills
New Media, Digital Media, Copywriting, Media Relations, Journalism, Storytelling, Social Media, Blogging, Editing, Video, Video Production, Music, Editorial, Film Production, Social Media Marketing, Public Relations, Creative Writing, Graphic Design, Music Videos, Entertainment, Television, Content Strategy, Broadcast, Press Releases, Publishing, Magazines, Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Public Speaking, Creative Direction, Event Management, Event Planning, Non-profits, Advertising, Radio, Marketing Communications, Marketing, Post Production, Online Advertising, Film, Rap, Social Networking, Photography, Marketing Strategy, Community Outreach, Research, Leadership, Writing, Strategy, Entrepreneurship
Education
Harvard Law School 1988 — 1991
JD (cum laude)
Brown University 1983 — 1987
AB (Honors), Public Policy and American Institutions
Hillsboro High School 1979 — 1983
Center for the Study of Social Policy July 2013 - June 2015
PolicyLink October 2012 - May 2013
Center for the Study of Social Policy May 2012 - December 2012
Skills
Research, Writing, Social Policy, Public Policy, Social Media, Blogger, Politics, Nonprofits, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Office, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Social Welfare, Public Policy
Istanbul Policy Center June 2015 - Present
PolicyLink March 2015 - Present
Institute for Social and Economic Research and Policy February 2015 - Present
Saber Partners, LLC January 2012 - April 2014
Saber Partners, LLC March 2011 - December 2011
Council on Foreign Relations May 2010 - August 2010
The Brookings Institution May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Organizing, Attention To Detail, Writing, Spanish, French, Policy Analysis, Research, Foreign Policy, Qualitative Research, Pilates, Public Policy, Politics, International Relations, Quantitative Research, Stata, Policy, Statistics, Program Evaluation, SPSS, Editing, Social Media, Public Speaking, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Economics, Blogging, Data Analysis, International...
Education
Columbia University - School of International and Public Affairs 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, MIA in Energy and Environment, 3.8
Wesleyan University 2006 — 2010
BA, College of Social Studies (political science) and International Relations
The Spence School 2003 — 2006
High School
Youth Speaks September 2015 - Present
PolicyLink June 2015 - August 2015
UC Berkeley Division of Equity & Inclusion September 2014 - May 2015
The Hunters Point Family September 2014 - May 2015
Urban Arts Partnership September 2013 - July 2014
Urban Arts Partnership September 2010 - August 2013
NYC Department of Education September 2009 - June 2013
Public Allies 2009 - 2010
Skills
Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Youth Development, Program Development, Editing, Leadership, Conflict Resolution, Non-profits, Art Education, Volunteer Management, Research, Community Development, Program Evaluation
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2014 — 2016
Master's Degree, Social Work (Management & Planning Concentration)
Fordham University 2005 — 2009
BA, Urban Studies, African & African-American Studies
Universitat Pompeu Fabra 2008 — 2008
Bilingual: Liberal Arts Study Abroad Program
Embrace May 2012 - May 2015
World Vision March 2009 - April 2012
International Child Resource Institute 2012 - 2012
UCSF June 2005 - March 2009
PolicyLink 2004 - 2004
Baker Places Inc August 2000 - May 2002
Peace Corps September 1997 - November 1999
Skills
International..., NGOs, Nonprofits, Humanitarian, Global Health, Grants, Child Welfare, Capacity Building, Program Evaluation, Program Development, Community Development, Humanitarian Assistance, Grant Writing, Humanitarian Protection, Child Protection, Accountability,..., Community Outreach, Policy Analysis, Volunteer Management, Human Rights, Policy, Public Policy, Social Services, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofit Management, Mental Health Counseling, Training and..., Donor Management, Clinical Research, Study Coordination, Data Management
Education
UC Berkeley 2002 — 2005
MPH/MSW, Health, Gender and Social Behavior
UC Davis 1992 — 1996
BA, Psychology and Gender Studies
California Food Policy Advocates March 2015 - Present
Community Health Councils June 2013 - March 2015
Community Scholars Program at UCLA Labor Center September 2012 - June 2013
PolicyLink 2012 - 2012
UCLA School of Public Affairs 2011 - 2012
Judith Lee Stronach Baccalaureate Prize, May 2011 - November 2011
Chevron 2006 - 2008
Skills
Research, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Politics, Event Planning, Urban Planning, Social Justice, Community Development, Higher Education, Teaching, Spanish, Public Health, Qualitative Research, Program Development, Program Evaluation
Education
UCLA 2011 — 2013
Masters, Urban and Regional Planning
University of California, Berkeley 2006 — 2011
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Ethnic Studies
PolicyLink 2013 - Present
Irene E. & George A. Davis Foundation 2012 - 2013
Carl and Ruth Shapiro Family Foundation 2012 - 2013
Young Black Women's Society Inc. 2009 - 2013
Institute on Assets and Social Policy 2011 - 2012
Skills
Research, Philanthropy, Politics, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Community Development, Community Outreach, Program Development, Event Planning, Workshop Facilitation
Education
Brandeis University, Heller - The Heller School for Social Policy and Management 2010 — 2012
Master of Public Policy, Poverty Alleviation
Boston College
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Communication and Media Studies
San Francisco State University May 2015 - Present
UC Berkeley August 2012 - Present
Public Health Institute September 2014 - March 2015
PolicyLink May 2012 - August 2012
Northwest Health Foundation October 2005 - August 2011
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention September 2002 - September 2005
City of New York April 2001 - August 2002
Bellevue Hospital Center HIV/AIDS Program November 1999 - August 2002
Magellan Behavioral Health June 1998 - November 1999
Skills
Public Health, Epidemiology, Health, Program Evaluation, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Grants, Philanthropy, Public Speaking, Community Organizing, Program Development, Health Education, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Global Health, Stata, Health Policy, Research, Health Promotion, Community Health, Health Equity, Community Engagement, Social Services, Prevention, Qualitative Research
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2011 — 2014
Doctor of Public Health, Social Epidemiology of Racial Health Disparities
City University of New York-Hunter College 1998 — 2001
Master's of Public Health, Community Health Sciences
University of Scranton 1993 — 1997
BS, Biology, Philosophy
Color of Change June 2015 - Present
Race Forward January 2015 - May 2015
Goldman School of Public Policy August 2014 - May 2015
Goldman School of Public Policy January 2014 - May 2015
PolicyLink June 2014 - December 2014
Koech Corp January 2011 - June 2011
DuocUC February 2010 - December 2010
Avon Products Inc. May 2009 - January 2010
Anne Wainscott Inc. July 2008 - January 2009
Project Masthead April 2008 - July 2008
Skills
Writing, Blogging, Editing, Copywriting, Wordpress, InDesign, Content Management, Photoshop, WordPress, Spanish, Research, Teaching, Magazines, Journalism
Education
The University of Georgia 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Journalism, Spanish
University of California, Berkeley
PolicyLink February 2015 - Present
Creative Development Partners July 2013 - Present
Creative Ecology Partners January 2007 - Present
The National Bitter Melon Council August 2004 - Present
EBALDC. (The East Bay Asian Local Development Corporation) December 2009 - May 2012
Asian Community Development Corporation September 2009 - November 2009
Asian Community Development Corporation February 2005 - September 2009
Asian Community Development Corporation December 1998 - February 2005
Sverdrup Civil, Inc. (now Jacobs Engineering) June 1996 - November 1998
The Trust for Public Land December 1995 - June 1996
Skills
Community Development, Nonprofits, Community Organizing, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Affordable Housing, Philanthropy, Grants, Strategic Planning, Sustainable Development, Community Building, Sustainability, Program Evaluation, Non-profit..., Community Economic..., Program Management, Social Entrepreneurship, Leadership Development, Program Development, Leadership, Real Estate Development, Strategy, Urban Planning, Redevelopment, Social Enterprise, Research, Entrepreneurship, Capacity Building, Public Speaking, Land Use, Corporate Social..., Board Development, Project Management, Workshop Facilitation, Community Engagement, Public Relations, Social Enterprise..., Systems Thinking, Policy Analysis, Volunteer Management, Design, Creativity, Community Planning, Social Innovation, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, Facilitation, Innovation, Economic Development, Policy
Education
Harvard University, John F. Kennedy School of Government 2006 — 2007
Executive Education, Achieving Excellence in Community Development
University of Miami - School of Architecture 2004 — 2005
Fellowship, Knight Program in Community Building
University of Massachusetts Boston - College of Management - Center for Collaborative Leadership 2003 — 2004
Fellowship, Emerging Leader Program
Japan-U.S. Community Education & Exchange 2000 — 2000
Fellowship, Nichibei Pathfinding Opportunity Program
Tufts University 1990 — 1994
BS, Biology and Environmental Studies
Berkeley High School
Innovation Learning Network/Kaiser Permanente April 2013 - Present
PolicyLink November 2007 - April 2013
March of Dimes 2001 - 2007
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Health, Grants, Public Policy, Program Evaluation, Special Events..., Project Coordination, Sustainable Agriculture, Agroecology, Healthy Communities, International..., Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Program Development
Education
Merritt College
Agroecology and Sustainable Agriculture
University of San Francisco
Economics
PolicyLink October 2013 - Present
Step Up Savannah November 2012 - October 2013
New York City Department of Housing Preservation & Development January 2012 - June 2012
Skills
Research, Policy Analysis, Nonprofits, Policy, Fundraising, Community Development, Program Evaluation, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Non-profits, SPSS, Program Development, Leadership, Qualitative Research, Stata, Microsoft Excel, Student Affairs, International Relations, Editing, Public Health, Training, Politics, Teaching, PowerPoint, Prezi, Communications, Results Based...
Education
Columbia University in the City of New York
Master of Arts (M.A.), Education Policy & Social Analysis : Leadership, Policy, & Politics
University of California, Berkeley
Bachelor’s Degree, Social Welfare, Global Poverty & Practice
Lineametrics Group, LLC 2012 - Present
DCA Design Group 2011 - Present
Portland State University School of Social Work January 2014 - Present
Fuel Cafe 2004 - 2011
Friends of the Children National Office 2003 - 2005
Asian and Pacific Islander American Health Forum 2001 - 2003
PolicyLink 1998 - 2001
Corporation for National Service - National Leadership Institute 1994 - 1998
Stanford University, Haas Center for Public Service 1987 - 1995
Stanford University Row and Cluster Facilities 1985 - 1987
Skills
Non Profit Management, Finance and Human..., Organizational..., Interior Architecture, Interior Design, Real Estate Development, Sustainable Design, Human Resources
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1978 — 1984
Bachelor of Architecture (B.Arch.), architecture, sustainable design
J.F. Kennedy Highschool & Mira Vista
Alameda County Social Services Agency January 2015 - Present
Alameda County Social Services Agency, Policy Evaluation and Research Unit July 2014 - Present
California School-Age Consortium (CalSAC) 2009 - 2015
PolicyLink September 2013 - May 2014
WAGES Women's Action to Gain Economic Security July 2013 - August 2013
Mack Center on Non-Profit Management in the Human Services October 2012 - May 2013
City of Fremont Family Resource Center September 2012 - May 2013
Third Street Community Center January 2007 - August 2012
Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Program Management, Grants, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Public Speaking, Staff Development, Community Development, Teaching, Strategic Planning, Community Organizing, Volunteer Management, Research, Leadership, Program Development, Fundraising, Public Policy, Workshop Facilitation, Policy Analysis, Data Analysis, Spanish, Youth Development, Leadership Development, Social Services, Non-profit..., Conflict Resolution, Government, Higher Education, Community Engagement, Social Justice, Grassroots Organizing
Education
UC Berkeley 2012 — 2014
Masters in Social Welfare, Management and Planning
San Jose State University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts, Behavioral Science/Psychology
PolicyLink October 2012 - Present
PolicyLink July 2011 - October 2012
Fred Finch Youth Center September 2009 - July 2011
Spanish Speaking Citizen's Foundation September 2007 - June 2008
Yahoo! February 2007 - August 2007
Law Office of Thomas Esparza Jr April 2000 - December 2006
University of Texas August 2002 - May 2006
Skills
Event Planning, Program Management, Program Development, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Spanish, Non-profits, Fundraising, Editing, Research, Community Outreach, Public Relations, Organizational..., Community Development, Public Speaking, Project Management, Leadership, Strategic Planning, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Analysis, Grants, Volunteer Management, Policy, Qualitative Research, Community Organizing, Proposal Writing, Politics, Teaching, Government
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2000 — 2002
MA, Latin American Studies
Tulane University 1994 — 1998
BA, Spanish
The Athenian School
PolicyLink March 2012 - Present
Oasis For Girls 2013 - Present
Young Professionals in Foreign Policy - NYC 2010 - 2012
United Nations Department of Political Affairs 2010 - 2010
U.S. Department of State: Bureau for International Organization Affairs 2008 - 2008
Skills
Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Politics, International Relations, International..., Non-profits, Diplomacy, Foreign Policy, Research, Human Rights, Economic Development, Program Evaluation, Grants
Education
The New School 2008 — 2010
MA, International Affairs
Harvard University 1998 — 2002
BA, cum laude, Spanish and Italian Language and Literature
Viveka Chen & Associates - Coaching May 2011 - Present
Viveka Chen and Associates 2001 - Present
CompassPoint Nonprofit Services 2001 - Present
San Francisco Buddhist Center - Triratna Buddhist Community 2000 - Present
The San Francisco Foundation August 2009 - August 2013
The California Endowment - Statewide Goods Movement and Environmental Justice Project February 2009 - February 2011
The San Francisco Foundation 2001 - 2004
PolicyLink 2000 - 2001
Urban Habitat 1997 - 2000
The East Bay Conversion and Reinvestment Commission 1994 - 1997
Skills
Organizational Change, Leadership Development, Transitions, Executive Coaching, Organizational..., Organizational..., Talent Management, Culture Change, Coaching, Organizational Design, Succession Planning, Change Management, Change Leadership, Executive Development, Management Development, Team Building, Talent Development, Strategic Planning, Large Group Facilitation, Organizational..., Performance Management, Employee Engagement, Personal Development, Transition Management, Non-profits, Capacity Building, Social Justice, Community Organizing, Technical Assistance, Urban, Foundations, Philanthropy, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Leadership, Policy, Grants, Training, Fundraising, Life Coaching, Wellness Coaching, Community Outreach, Strategy, Program Management, Board Development, Facilitation, Conflict Resolution
Education
Leadership that Works, Coaching for Transformation 2011 — 2012
Coach certification, Coaching
University of Pennsylvania 1985 — 1989
South Asian Americans Leading Together (SAALT) December 2014 - Present
The Praxis Project May 2012 - November 2014
Neighborhoods Partnership Network November 2010 - May 2012
PolicyLink September 2009 - May 2012
Vanguard Public Foundation August 2005 - August 2007
Skills
Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Community Organizing, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Fundraising, Media Relations, Coalitions, Community Development, Program Development, Non-profits, Research, Qualitative Research, Grants, Editing, Economic Development, Grassroots Organizing, Capacity Building, Non-profit..., Policy, Organizational..., Government, Volunteer Management, Leadership Development, Community Engagement, Event Planning, Sustainability, Politics, Program Management, International..., Political Campaigns, Proposal Writing, Workshop Facilitation, Strategic Communications, Philanthropy, Legislative Relations, Social Justice
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2007 — 2009
MCP, Urban Studies and Planning
UC Berkeley 2001 — 2005
B.A., Ethnic Studies
National Religious Campaign Against Torture January 2014 - Present
Economic Justice for All 2012 - October 2013
PolicyLink 2009 - 2012
Faith in Public Life 2007 - 2009
United Church of Christ Washington DC Office 1999 - 2009
Skills
Community Organizing, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Politics, Grant Writing, Program Development, Strategic Communications, Social Justice, Fundraising, Policy Analysis, Grants, Program Evaluation, Editing, Research
Education
Pacific School of Religion 1980 — 1987
M.Div/M.A., Ethics
University of Montana 1975 — 1980
BA, Philosophy
United States Senate July 2014 - Present
United States Senate July 2012 - July 2014
All Hands Raised (formerly the Portland Schools Foundation) August 2011 - June 2012
Portland Schools Foundation August 2010 - August 2011
The United States Senate March 2010 - September 2010
Center for Social Inclusion July 2009 - September 2009
Portland State University September 2008 - May 2009
PolicyLink June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Research, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Editing, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Politics, Program Management, Policy
Education
Portland State University 2008 — 2010
BA, Sociology
Reed College 2005 — 2008
BA, Sociology
Pivotal Labs September 2014 - Present
Awasu Design December 2013 - June 2014
PolicyLink August 2006 - November 2013
feistyelle September 2008 - October 2013
Association of Asian Pacific Community Health Organizations July 2004 - July 2005
Center on Criminal and Juvenile Justice January 2003 - July 2003
Skills
Graphic Design, Non-profits, Social Media, Photoshop, Social Networking, Illustrator, InDesign, HTML, CSS, Interaction Design, Web Development, Brochures, JavaScript, Visual Design, Data Visualization, Nonprofits
Education
General Assembly
User Experience Design
General Assembly
Front End Web Development
University of California, Berkeley
B.A., Sociology with Honors
Cornell University, Worker Institute 2013 - Present
Center on Race, Poverty, and the Environment 2012 - Present
Fordham Law School January 2009 - Present
PolicyLink April 2014 - January 2015
Demos September 2011 - April 2014
Urban Agenda 2008 - December 2010
Progressive States Network October 2006 - June 2008
The International Union for the Conservation of Nature July 2005 - November 2007
International Centre for Integrated Mountain Development September 2005 - May 2006
Center on Race, Poverty and the Environment January 2004 - August 2004
Skills
Research, Writing, Politics, Policy Analysis, Public Policy, Policy, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Editing, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Legal Research, Political Campaigns, Legal Writing, Sustainability, Strategy, Environmental Awareness, Courts, Analysis, Climate Change, Leadership
Education
School of Oriental and African Studies, U. of London 2002 — 2005
PhD
School of Oriental and African Studies, U. of London 2001 — 2002
LLM, with Merit
University of California, Hastings College of the Law 1998 — 2001
J.D.
Cornell University 1993 — 1997
B.S.
PolicyLink December 2014 - Present
Miller Washington and Kim May 2014 - Present
Ami Bera for Congress November 2014 - December 2014
Lozano Smith 2013 - 2014
U.S. House of Representatives 2011 - 2013
Ami Bera for Congress August 2012 - November 2012
The New Leaders Council 2011 - 2012
National Community Reinvestment Coalition January 2009 - 2011
Obama for America August 2008 - November 2008
UC Hastings College of the Law 2005 - 2008
Skills
Policy Analysis, Politics, Legal Research, Legislative Relations, Philanthropy, Public Policy, Grassroots Organizing, American Politics, Rule Of Law, Legislation, Political Science, Community Outreach, Policy, Social Networking, Government, Legal Writing, Legislative Affairs, Community Organizing, Legislative Research, Political Campaigns, Civil Rights, Criminal Law, Litigation, Community Development, Westlaw, Courts, Nonprofits, Civil Litigation, Mediation, Coalitions, Public Speaking, International Relations, Grassroots, Legal Assistance, Constitutional Law, Human Rights, Social Equity
Education
U.C. Hastings College of the Law 2005 — 2008
J.D, Public Interest
University of California, Hastings College of the Law 2005 — 2008
Doctor of Law (JD), Public Interest
The London School of Economics and Political Science (LSE) 2003 — 2004
M.Sc., Development Studies
· The London School of Economics 2003 — 2004
M.Sc. Faculty, Economics
University of California, Berkeley 1997 — 2003
B.A., History, Development Studies, Creative Writing, Dance
· U.C. Berkeley 1997 — 2003
B.A, double; History & Development Studies
Dai hoc Quoc Gia Hànôi 1999 — 1999
· Vietnam National University 1999 — 1999
on language and development economics
Berkeley High School 1993 — 1997
Ecole Bilangue 1985 — 1992
Citi February 2014 - Present
National Asian Pacific American Women's Forum January 2013 - June 2014
NYC Mayor's Office for International Affairs November 2012 - February 2014
NYC Dept of Small Business Services / Office of Deputy Mayor Linda Gibbs June 2012 - November 2012
PolicyLink June 2011 - May 2012
Furman Center for Real Estate and Urban Policy September 2010 - May 2012
New York Immigration Coalition April 2007 - July 2010
The Center for Social Inclusion 2006 - 2007
Urban Justice Center August 2005 - August 2006
Education
New York University 2010 — 2012
MPA, Public Policy
University of Virginia 2001 — 2005
Recovery School District February 2012 - Present
Clark Cambria Associates July 2011 - February 2012
Louisiana Housing Finance Agency March 2009 - June 2011
PolicyLink November 2006 - February 2009
Brooklyn Center for the Urban Environment 2002 - 2005
Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Community Development, Urban Planning, Affordable Housing, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Fundraising, Program Development, Land Use Planning, Research, Historic Preservation, Zoning, Public Speaking, Editing, Program Evaluation, Nonprofits, Grants, Community Engagement, Volunteer Management, Government, Community Organizing, Proposal Writing, Policy
Education
Pratt Institute 2004 — 2007
Master of Science, City and Regional Planning
University of Pennsylvania 1995 — 1999
BA, Urban Studies
City of Vallejo, California December 2014 - Present
City of Vallejo, California December 2013 - November 2014
PolicyLink June 2012 - November 2013
Karen Women's Organization February 2011 - July 2011
Various Clients September 2008 - January 2011
Coro Center for Civic Leadership September 2007 - May 2008
HomeBase July 2006 - June 2007
Public Counsel Law Center January 2006 - June 2006
Skills
Community Development, Community Outreach, Qualitative Research, Public Policy, Grant Writing, Research, Grants, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Non-profits, Economic Development, Nonprofits, Project Management, Government
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2011 — 2013
Master of City Planning, Housing, Community and Economic Development / Regional Planning & Governance
University of California, Los Angeles 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), American Literature & Culture / City Planning & Public Policy
PolicyLink January 2012 - Present
Obama for America September 2012 - November 2012
PolicyLink January 2011 - January 2012
PolicyLink June 2008 - January 2011
PolicyLink August 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Social Networking, Social Media, Program Development, Leadership, Event Management, Event Planning, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Community Development, Team Building, Community Organizing, Grants, Fundraising, Volunteer Management, Strategy, Editing, Public Relations, Press Releases, Politics, Blogging, Public Policy, Public Speaking
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1997 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), American Studies
University of CA, Berkeley August 2003 - Present
Youth Employment Partnership, Team Oakland June 2007 - August 2007
Pre College Academy July 2005 - August 2005
PolicyLink June 2005 - August 2005
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2003 — 2007
University of California, Irvine 2002 — 2003
Worcester Polytechnic Institute 1998 — 2002
BS
PolicyLink Board MemberCD Tech Center2010 - 2014
Education
University of California, Los Angeles 1980 — 1986
San Francisco Public Utilities Commission September 2012 - Present
PolicyLink September 2004 - September 2012
Northern California Community Loan Fund 2005 - 2005
Neighborhood Reinvestment Corporation 2003 - 2003
The San Francisco Foundation 2000 - 2002
The Greenlining Institute 1999 - 2000
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Federal Government, State Policy, Building Relationships, Building Community..., Building Coalitions, Community Engagement, Community Development, Strategic Planning, Program Development, Program Management, Program Evaluation, Research, Fundraising, Grants, Grant Writing, Strategic Communications, Sustainability, Nonprofits, Government, Leadership Development, Philanthropy, Organizational..., Public Speaking
Education
Harvard University Kennedy School of Government 2002 — 2004
Master's degree, Public Policy
University of California, Berkeley 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts, Social Welfare
PolicyLink September 2012 - Present
National Association for State Community Services Programs November 2011 - September 2012
National Association for State Community Services Programs October 2010 - November 2011
Carmichael Centre, Dublin Ireland June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Strategic Planning, Policy, Event Planning, Organizational..., Grant Writing, Training, Leadership Development, Customer Service, Budgets, Program Development, Event Management, Program Management, Leadership, Public Speaking, Customer Relations, Training & Development, Philanthropy
Education
Louisiana State University and Agricultural and Mechanical College
PolicyLink March 2013 - Present
PolicyLink January 2010 - February 2013
Washington DC Office of Planning 2007 - January 2010
Washington DC Office of Planning 2003 - 2007
Design, Community & Environment 2001 - 2003
Urban Habitat 2001 - 2003
Skills
Non-profits, Community Development, Land Use, Comprehensive Planning, Politics, Government, Policy, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Leadership, Program Development, Economic Development, Land Use Planning, Urban Planning, Public Speaking, Policy Analysis
Education
University of California, Berkeley 1999 — 2001
M.C.P, City & Regional Planning
University of Pittsburgh 1995 — 1999
B.S., Civil & Environmental Engineering
Ford Foundation April 2013 - Present
Empire State Pride Agenda May 2011 - April 2013
PolicyLink June 2009 - April 2011
Girls Incorporated May 2007 - April 2009
ACLU 2005 - 2007
Physicians for Reproductive Choice and Health 2002 - 2005
Skills
Strategic Communications, Publicity, Editing, Public Relations, Public Policy, Politics, Fundraising, Leadership, Grassroots Organizing, Media Relations, Speech Writing, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Blogging, Community Development, Political Campaigns, Social Media, Crisis Communications, Press Releases, Event Planning, Community Organizing, Policy Analysis, Coalitions, Philanthropy, Message Development, Grassroots
Education
Lewis and Clark College
BA, International Affairs
New School University
MA, Political Science
Washington Academy
CoFED - Cooperative Food Empowerment Directive June 2013 - Present
PolicyLink December 2012 - June 2013
The Democracy Collaborative May 2012 - July 2012
Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) September 2010 - June 2012
International Field Research Expeditions December 2009 - March 2010
Rural Dynamics Incorporated May 2009 - October 2009
PolicyLink September 2008 - May 2009
PolicyLink June 2007 - September 2008
Berkeley City College November 2006 - May 2007
City of Fremont, CA August 1996 - July 1998
Skills
Public Policy, Community Outreach, Non-profits, Program Evaluation, Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Strategic Communications, Program Development, Strategic Planning, Community Organizing, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Community Development, Economic Development, Volunteer Management, Research, Grants, Qualitative Research
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2010 — 2012
MCP, Community Development
University of California, Berkeley 2003 — 2006
BA, Political Science & Anthropology
Chabot College 2002 — 2004
AA, Early Childhood Development
Search Inside Yourself Leadership Institute (SIYLI) June 2013 - Present
PolicyLink October 2011 - June 2013
PolicyLink August 2008 - October 2011
Marin Education Fund October 2001 - August 2006
Skills
Non-profits, Community Outreach, Program Development, Public Policy, Community Organizing, Research, Spanish, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Copy Editing, Program Coordination, Nonprofits, Grant Writing, Policy Analysis, Policy, Program Evaluation, Intercultural..., Project Management, Qualitative Research, Grants, Fundraising
Education
Mills College 2006 — 2008
BA, Anthropology/Sociology
Local Initiatives Support Corporation September 2009 - Present
Community Tax Aid January 2015 - April 2015
Self-Employed April 2012 - April 2012
Seedco October 2007 - September 2009
PolicyLink September 2005 - October 2007
PolicyLink October 2003 - August 2005
PolicyLink September 2000 - September 2003
Office of the Attorney General of the State of New York September 1998 - May 2000
Skills
Community Development, Capacity Building, Technical Assistance, Financial Coaching, Career Development..., Writing, Training, Grants, Grant Writing, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Strategic Communications, Research, Editing, Government, Budgets, Philanthropy, Fundraising, Knowledge Sharing, Grant Reviewing, Grant Management, Government Relations, Budget Management, Tax Preparation, Personal Finance, Federal Grants..., Grant Monitoring, Performance Management, Financial Education, Volunteer Management
Education
Baruch College, City University of New York (CUNY) 2003 — 2005
MPA, Policy Analysis and Evaluation
University of Virginia-School of Continuing and Professional Studies 2014 — 2015
Certificate, Certified Financial Planning
Barnard College 1996 — 2000
AB, Urban Studies
City University of New York-Hunter College 2007 — 2009
n/a, geography, urban planning
Southern New Hampshire University 2014 — 2017
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Community Economic Development
PolicyLink March 2014 - Present
PolicyLink January 2008 - Present
PolicyLink 2008 - April 2012
Columbia University Medical Center 2003 - 2006
Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld LLP 2001 - 2003
Skills
Policy Analysis, Research, Grants, Public Policy, Program Development, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Public Health, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Policy, Public Speaking, Program Management, Politics
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2009
MPH, Nutrition
University of Texas at Austin School of Law 1998 — 2001
JD, Law
The University of Texas at Austin
BBA, Business, Spanish
Public Health Institute March 2012 - Present
PolicyLink October 2009 - March 2012
City and County of San Francisco 2005 - October 2009
Corporation for Supportive Housing 2000 - 2005
City of Chicago 1996 - 1999
Education
The University of Chicago 1995 — 1997
MPP, Public Policy
Stanford University 1985 — 1990
AB, AM, Political Science, Education
College Futures Foundation July 2013 - Present
Cal Humanities May 2010 - June 2013
Self Employed January 2000 - May 2010
Phoebe: A Journal of Literature and Art August 2007 - May 2009
George Mason University August 2006 - May 2009
PolicyLink November 2003 - July 2006
West Marine June 2002 - January 2003
Claremont Colleges Print Media Committee September 2000 - May 2002
The Women's Union September 1999 - May 2002
The Re-View Literary Journal December 1998 - May 2002
Skills
Editing, Writing, Copy Editing, Copywriting, Research, Proofreading, Social Media, Social Networking, Web Development, Blogging, Publishing, Newsletters, Magazines, Project Management, Publicity, Fundraising, Community Outreach, Organizational..., Event Planning, Communication Training, Non-profits, Think Tank, Cultural Institutions, Microsoft Office, Adobe Creative Suite, CMS, Teaching, Literature, Creative Writing, Composition, Higher Education, Workshop Development, Workshop Facilitation, Nonprofits, Freelance Writing, Publications, Grant Writing, Web Content
Education
George Mason University 2006 — 2009
MFA, Creative Writing (Fiction)
Pomona College 1998 — 2002
BA Magna Cum Laude, Phi Beta Kappa, English
PolicyLink September 2015 - Present
Portland African American Leadership Forum January 2015 - June 2015
Nohad A. Toulon School of Urban Affairs & Planning, Portland State University February 2014 - June 2015
China Academy of Urban Planning and Design July 2014 - September 2014
San Francisco Municipal Transportation Agency January 2010 - August 2013
CE2 Capital LLC September 2007 - March 2008
Planet Drum June 2006 - September 2006
Skills
Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, GIS systems, Sustainability, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Data Analysis, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Fundraising, Environmental Awareness, Research, Photoshop, Customer Service, Grant Writing, Event Planning, Non-profits, Adobe Contribute, Microsoft Access, Community Development
Education
Portland State University 2013 — 2015
Master of Urban and Regional Planning
University of California, San Diego 2004 — 2008
B.A.
UC Irvine Sustainability Initiative April 2014 - Present
cityLAB at UCLA April 2013 - April 2014
cityLAB at UCLA March 2011 - January 2013
PolicyLink June 2012 - August 2012
Center for Primary Research and Training January 2011 - June 2011
The Maestro Foundation August 2008 - December 2010
Skills
GIS, Statistical Data..., Policy Analysis, Adobe Creative Suite, Bilingual-English/Spanis..., SPSS, Conversational..., QuickBooks, AutoCAD, Microsoft Office Suite, Grant Writing, Research, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Public Policy, Grants, ArcGIS, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office
Education
UCLA International Institute 2011 — 2013
Master of Arts (M.A.), Latin American Studies
UCLA Luskin School of Public Affairs 2010 — 2012
Masters of Urban and Regional Planning, Urban Planning
UCLA 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Art History, Summa Cum Laude
PolicyLink October 2009 - Present
Good Jobs New York August 2009 - Present
Exploded View Films May 2006 - Present
Education
City University of New York-Hunter College 2003 — 2008
M.U.P., Urban Planning
Smith College 1990 — 1993
A.B., Music
Putney
CFED March 2014 - Present
PolicyLink September 2008 - March 2014
St. Louis County June 2005 - June 2008
Youth Education and Health in Soulard 2001 - 2003
Skills
Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Economic Development, Community Development, Grants, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Program Development, Nonprofits, Urban Planning, Community Organizing, Policy, Qualitative Research, Politics, Sustainability, Research, Capacity Building, Government, Fundraising, Project Management, Non-profits, Strategic Communications, Workshop Facilitation
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 2003 — 2005
MCP, planning, community development
Washington University in St. Louis 1997 — 2001
BA in Architecture
Gilmour Academy 1994 — 1997
Megadata Technology June 2013 - Present
Axiom Resource Management, Inc. November 2012 - February 2013
PolicyLink October 2011 - October 2012
National Cooperative Bank, Capital Impact November 2010 - January 2011
Army Headquarters, Chief Information Office (CIO G6) August 2008 - August 2010
Boeing March 2002 - August 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Strategic Planning, Government, Security, Leadership, Training, Event Planning, Systems Engineering, Office Administration, Social Media Marketing, Executive..., Team Leadership, Recruiting, Executive Management, Program Management, Human Resources, Process Improvement, Technical Recruiting, Talent Acquisition, Project Management, Management
Education
American InterContinental University 2008 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, 13
American InterContinental University 2004 — 2008
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General, 4.0
PolicyLink 2004 - Present
PolicyLink 1999 - 2011
Consumers Union 1995 - 1998
Skills
Non-profits, Public Policy, Research, Advocacy, Politics, Strategic Planning
Education
Harvard University Kennedy School of Government 1991 — 1992
MPA
UC Santa Cruz
BA, American Studies. Biology
Westchester County Clerk September 2007 - Present
NYC Department of Education 2006 - 2007
Consultant 2001 - 2006
PolicyLink June 1999 - August 2005
AFSCME 1986 - 1999
Skills
Non-profits
Education
Mercy College 2006 — 2008
M. Ed, Education
Baruch College, City University of New York (CUNY) 1995 — 1997
MPA, Public Administration
Northeastern University 1981 — 1986
BS, Economics
Hewlett Foundation April 2013 - January 2015
City University of New York 2012 - 2012
PolicyLink November 2008 - May 2010
"A DAY LATE AND A DOLLAR SHORT" 2010 - 2010
"FLAT BROKE IN THE FREE MARKET" 2009 - 2009
"This American Life" May 2007 - May 2008
The Washington Post 1999 - 2004
The Washington Post 1997 - 1999
The Washington Post 1993 - 1997
Detroit Free Press 1992 - 1993
Education
Stanford University 2004 — 2005
KNIGHT FELLOWSHIP FOR PROFESSIONAL JOURNALISTS, Journalism
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 1983 — 1987
Bachelor's Degree, JOURNALISM
PolicyLink August 2015 - Present
Disability Rights Law Clinic May 2014 - August 2015
Promise Neighborhoods Institute at PolicyLink January 2014 - August 2015
Students United for Youth Justice June 2013 - May 2015
American University Washington College of Law August 2012 - May 2015
Marshall-Brennan Constitutional Literacy Project September 2013 - June 2014
The Modern American April 2013 - June 2014
National Immigrant Women’s Advocacy Project (NIWAP) January 2014 - May 2014
ACCESS Youth, Inc. September 2013 - December 2013
WestEd January 2011 - September 2013
Skills
Policy Research, Policy Analysis, Literature Reviews, Community Outreach, Grant Writing, Mental Health, Community Development, Public Health, Health Education, Grants, Qualitative Research, Youth Advocacy, Microsoft Excel, Evaluation, Youth Outreach, Community Engagement, Program Evaluation, Legal Advocacy, Legal Research Skills
Education
American University Washington College of Law 2012 — 2015
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of California, Berkeley 2009 — 2011
Master of Public Health (MPH), Health and Social Behavior
University of California, Irvine 2005 — 2009
B.S., Biological Sciences
Capitol Hill Housing July 2011 - Present
Strategic Economics November 2010 - January 2011
PolicyLink August 2010 - November 2010
City of Richmond, California January 2010 - August 2010
Center for Community Innovation September 2007 - May 2009
Bay Area Economics June 2006 - July 2007
White Center Community Development Association November 2004 - November 2005
Skills
Urban Planning, Public Policy, Sustainability, Economic Development, Community Outreach, Policy Analysis
Education
University of California, Berkeley 2007 — 2009
Masters, City Planning
Swarthmore College 2000 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts, Economics and Political Science
James A Garfield High School 1996 — 2000
Community Water Center August 2014 - Present
PolicyLink March 2014 - August 2014
Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona September 2013 - February 2014
Jessie Smith Noyes Foundation September 2012 - August 2013
Community Food Funders September 2012 - August 2013
San Francisco Estuary Institute June 2012 - September 2012
Bill Lane Center for the American West September 2011 - June 2012
Stanford Food Project May 2010 - June 2012
NOAA June 2011 - September 2011
Stanford Dining September 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Research, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Ecology, Statistics, Editing, Sustainable Agriculture, Data Analysis, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation
Education
Stanford University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (BS), Earth Systems, concentration in food systems and ecology
Bridge Advantage February 2014 - Present
Oregon Public Health Institute May 2012 - Present
Banfield Pet Hospital 2012 - 2012
Drachman Institute, University of Arizona August 2010 - May 2011
PolicyLink June 2010 - September 2010
The University of Arizona August 2009 - May 2010
Minnesota Department of Health June 2005 - July 2009
Mokdong W Language Academy June 2007 - June 2008
Skills
Community Development, Curriculum Development, Teaching, Curriculum Design, Policy, Program Evaluation, Public Health, Qualitative Research, Program Development, Research, Stata, Nonprofits, Global Health, Policy Analysis, Grant Writing, Community Outreach, Public Policy
Education
University of Arizona 2009 — 2011
MPH, Health Behavior Health Promotion
University of Puget Sound 2002 — 2006
BS, Biology
California Housing Partnership Corporation August 2014 - Present
Urban Land Institute June 2014 - August 2014
University of Wisconsin-Madison September 2012 - 2014
California Housing Partnership Corporation June 2013 - August 2013
PolicyLink June 2012 - August 2012
City of Madison, Community Development Authority September 2011 - March 2012
Groundswell, Inc December 2010 - June 2011
Skills
Community Outreach, Public Policy, Research, Policy Analysis, Urban Planning, Community Development, Customer Service, Volunteer Training, Volunteer Recruiting, Community Engagement, Community Organizing, Volunteer Management, Grassroots Organizing, Leadership
Education
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2011 — 2014
Master of Public Affairs and Master of Science in Urban and Regional Planning, Housing and Community Development, Public Policy
Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais / UFMG 2008 — 2009
University of Wisconsin-Madison 2005 — 2009
Bachelor's degree, Journalism
CHOICE Division, North America's Building Trades Union May 2015 - Present
Triple Point Interactions January 2010 - Present
PolicyLink April 2014 - May 2015
Joint Center for Political and Economic Studies November 2010 - April 2014
Local Initiative Support Corporation (LISC) September 2009 - November 2010
Abt.SRBI September 2009 - November 2009
Community Bank June 2007 - August 2008
Delta Academy, Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. April 2006 - August 2008
1st Centennial Bank February 2007 - June 2007
Countrywide Field Services Corporation September 2006 - February 2007
Skills
Policy, Community Development, Data Analysis, Legislative Research, Strategic Planning, Legislative Relations, Research, Strategic Data Analysis, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, International..., Politics, Program Evaluation, Public Policy, Leadership, Program Management, Program Development
Education
American University 2008 — 2010
Masters of Public Policy, Social Policy specialization
University of California, Riverside 2001 — 2006
BA, Political Science, Law & Sociology
University of Cape Town 2005 — 2005
Political Science & International Development
Union of Concerned Scientists September 2015 - Present
Mark Bittman June 2015 - Present
Real Food Media Project January 2015 - June 2015
Berkeley Food Institute January 2015 - June 2015
Berkeley Food Institute September 2014 - December 2014
USDA - Rural Development June 2014 - October 2014
Berkeley Food Institute August 2013 - August 2014
PolicyLink June 2013 - September 2013
NYC Department of Health and Mental Hygiene June 2010 - June 2012
Community Health Center September 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Research, Nutrition, Public Health, Qualitative Research, Nutrition Education, Health, Program Evaluation, Epidemiology, Community Health, Grants, Literature Reviews, Health Education, Stata, Grant Writing, Urbanization, Sustainable Development
Education
UC Berkeley 2012 — 2015
Master of Public Health (MPH) / Master of City Planning (MCP)
Wesleyan University 2006 — 2010
BA, Sociology
Oakwood School 2000 — 2006
PolicyLink
Skills
Public Policy, Program Evaluation, Grant Writing, Program Development
Education
University of California, Berkeley
Master's Degree, City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
University of California, Berkeley
Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.), City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning
University of Chicago
Bachelor's Degree, Public Affairs
Urban Habitat February 2012 - March 2013
PolicyLink November 2008 - July 2011
PolicyLink June 2007 - November 2008
Skills
Community Outreach, Fundraising, Grants, Non-profits, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, Management, Leadership, Public Policy, Budgets, Volunteer Management, Grant Writing, Philanthropy, Program Development, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking
Education
San Francisco State University 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (BS)