Texas Department of Agriculture
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DescriptionThe Texas Department of Agriculture is a state agency within the state of Texas, which is responsible for matters pertaining to agriculture, rural community affairs, and related matters. TDA was established by the 13th Texas Legislature in 1907. Founded: 1907 Number of employees: 650 Jurisdiction: Texas Agency executive: Sid Miller, Commissioner
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Texas Department of Agriculture Employees
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2012 - Present
Sodexo/Leander ISD February 2000 - July 2012
Sodexo Marriott/Leander ISD August 1996 - February 2000
School District of Palm Beach County December 1990 - June 1996
St. Lucie County Schools January 1989 - November 1990
Palm Beach County Health Department August 1981 - August 1985
Utah State University August 1977 - August 1981
Skills
Outstanding..., Goal-oriented..., Timely decision making, Creating and managing..., Developing policies and...
Education
University of Nebraska-Lincoln 1976 — 1977
Master of Science (MS), Food, Nutrition, and Institutional Management
Oklahoma State University 1974 — 1975
Dietetic Internship, Food and Nutrition
Utah State University 1970 — 1974
Bachelor of Science (BS), Nutrition and Food Science
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2004 - Present
Cargill January 2000 - January 2001
Skills
Customer Service, Public Speaking, Team Building, Coaching, Agriculture, Training, Government, Customer Satisfaction, Employee Training, Policy, Strategic Planning, Research, Workshop Facilitation, Agribusiness, Agricultural Policy, Budgets, Data Analysis, Event Planning, Leadership
Education
Sam Houston State University 1997 — 2000
Bachelor of Applied Science (B.A.Sc.), Animal Sciences
Texas Department of Agriculture April 2011 - Present
Caesar Kleberg Wildlife Research Institute August 2008 - August 2010
U.S. Fish & Wildlife Services May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Policy, Team Building, Government, Microsoft Word, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, PowerPoint, Change Management, Marketing Communications, Data Analysis, Purchasing, Product Development, Public Policy, Economic Development, Editing, Budgets, Project Management, Policy Analysis, Environmental Awareness, GIS, Environmental Policy, Sustainability, Environmental Education, Wildlife, Environmental Compliance, Microsoft Excel, Inventory Management, Agriculture, Critical Thinking, Research, Program Management
Education
Texas A&M University-Kingsville 2008 — 2010
Agriculture Science, Wildlife Recreational Entrepreneurship/Agricultural Business/Business Adminstration
Mclennan Community College 2006 — 2008
Anheuser-Busch InBev March 2015 - Present
Anheuser-Busch InBev June 2014 - March 2015
Anheuser-Busch InBev June 2013 - May 2014
Anheuser-Busch InBev May 2012 - May 2013
uHAPS Media February 2011 - August 2011
Kansas City Chiefs August 2010 - February 2011
Iowa State University Foundation May 2010 - August 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture February 2010 - May 2010
Skills
Social Media Marketing, InDesign, Strategic Planning, Illustrator, Corporate Law, Advertising, Sponsorship, Event Planning, Event Management, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Press Releases, Public Relations, Marketing, Brand Development, Sales, Management, Facebook, Marketing Strategy
Education
Iowa State University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science
Texas State University 2010 — 2011
National Student Exchange Program
Texas Department of State Health Servies July 2014 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2007 - June 2014
HHSC 2005 - 2008
Texas Department of Aging and Disability Services 2001 - 2004
ACS Dataline March 1997 - May 2000
Skills
Analysis, Testing, Project Management, User Acceptance Testing, Management, Software Documentation, Databases, Business Analysis, Microsoft SQL Server, Project Planning, Systems Analysis, Requirements Gathering, System Testing, Test Cases, Visio, Business Process Mapping, Business Requirements, Business Continuity..., Process Flow, Interpersonal Skill, Gantt, System Deployment, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Exchange, Outlook, Windows 7, PowerPoint, Learning Management..., Server Administration, Novell Netware, Backup Solutions, Windows Server, Troubleshooting, Local Government, SDLC
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2011 — 2016
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Business Administration, Management and Operations
Del Mar College 1993 — 1996
Assoc. Microcomputers for Business, Computer Science
Waukomis High School 1987 — 1991
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2005 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2005 - Present
Clark County School District October 1995 - May 2005
Houston ISD October 1987 - October 1995
La Marque ISD February 1984 - October 1987
Skills
Budgets, Accounting, Operations Management, Strategic Planning, Management, Human Resources, Nonprofits, Policy, Program Management, Customer Service, Event Planning, Project Planning, Community Outreach, Project Management, Payroll, Public Speaking, Training, Leadership, Staff Development, Leadership Development, Coaching, Program Development, Research, Public Relations
Education
University of Houston-Clear Lake 1981 — 1983
BS, Accounting
College of the Mainland 1979 — 1981
Associate of Arts (AA), Accounting
Ag issues consultant January 2015 - Present
Texas Vegetable Association 1984 - Present
Texas Citrus Mutual January 1983 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture 1977 - 1983
Skills
Agribusiness, Food Processing, Vegetables, Agriculture, Strategic Planning, Fruit, Food Industry, Food, Food Safety, Sustainable Agriculture, Farms, Meat, Dairy, Food Security, Science, Horticulture, Agricultural Marketing, Grain, Corn, Agronomy, Agricultural Policy
Education
Purdue University 1966 — 1968
MS, Agricultural Economics
Oklahoma State University 1962 — 1966
BS, Agricultural Economics
GCB Services - Sprint Corporation November 2013 - January 2014
Moverzfax September 2012 - December 2013
Universal Guardian Acceptance February 2013 - November 2013
University of Missouri - Kansas City November 2012 - January 2013
University of Missouri - Kansas City March 2011 - October 2012
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2010 - September 2010
Louisiana State University Department of Sociology June 2009 - May 2010
Skills
Financial Analysis, Macroeconomics, Direct Marketing, Customer Service, E-Views, SAS, Integrated Marketing..., Marketing, Program Management, Integrated Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Analysis, Access, Market Research, Budgets
Education
University of Missouri-Kansas City 2011 — 2012
MBA, Finance, Marketing
Louisiana State University 2006 — 2010
BA, Economics
Lingo Inspection Services, LLC October 2011 - Present
Harvest Pipeline Company February 2011 - October 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2001 - May 2013
Total Inspection Services September 2010 - December 2010
SNC-Lavalin / Conoco Phillips January 2003 - March 2010
Skills
Process Piping Design, Pipeline Construction, Construction Management, Project Management, Civil Design, Structural Design, Pipelining, Gas Pipelines, Pipeline Operations, Site Inspections, Pipeline Inspections, ASME, Inspection, Pipelines, Structural Engineering, Piping, Petrochemical, Gas, Metal Fabrication, Onshore, Project Engineering, Oil/Gas, Power Plants, LNG, Construction Safety, Refinery, Factory, Pressure Vessels, Petroleum, Construction, Welding, EPC, P&ID, NDT, Commissioning, Natural Gas, Boilers, Project Control, Pumps, Offshore Drilling, Pressure
Education
ITT Tech 2001 — 2003
Associate of Science (AS), Engineering Design
Sam Houston State University 1996 — 1999
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agriculture-Animal Science
Texas Department of Agriculture March 2012 - Present
AxiCom 2011 - March 2012
Farney Daniels LLP 2011 - 2011
CS Media January 2009 - 2011
Robert J. Semrad & Associates, LLC 2008 - 2009
NEILSEN USTA PRO TENNIS CHAMPIONSHIP 2008 - 2008
RIVER OAKS COUNTRY CLUB - US Men's Clay Courts Tennis Chapionship 2008 - 2008
PROLINK SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT 2006 - 2008
Skills
Crisis Communications, Press Releases, Media Relations, Advertising, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Planning, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Marketing, Public Speaking, Journalism, Politics, Marketing Communications, Strategic Communications, Research, Newsletters, International Relations, Market Research, Blogging, Corporate Communications, Copywriting, Internal Communications, Facebook, Speech Writing, Editing, Social Networking, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Copy Editing, Publicity, Political Campaigns, Magazines, Public Affairs, Integrated Marketing, Feature Articles, Web Content
Education
DePaul University 2007 — 2009
Master of Arts, Public Relations
Texas A&M University 2003 — 2007
Bachelor of Arts, Communication, Minor: Spanish
Pontificia Universidad Católica de Valparaíso 2006 — 2006
Spanish language and cultural immersion program
Centro Panamericano de Idiomas de Costa Rica 2005 — 2005
Spanish language and cultural immersion program
Beck Funeral Home November 2012 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture June 1978 - August 2011
Skills
Public Relations, Customer Service, Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Social Media, Marketing Communications, Advertising, Press Releases, Online Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Strategic Planning, Sales, Leadership, Public Speaking
Education
Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service 2013 — 2014
Certificate in Funeral Directing, Funeral Director, With Honors
Southwest Texas State University 1973 — 1976
Bachelor’s Degree, Management
Central Texas College 1971 — 1973
Associate’s Degree, General Studies
Houston Methodist October 2014 - Present
Select Specialty Hospital January 2014 - October 2014
City of Houston April 2012 - October 2014
Texas A&M University October 2009 - May 2011
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Data Analysis, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, SWOT analysis, PowerPoint, Healthcare, Research, Policy Analysis, Program Evaluation, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Access, Public Speaking, Outlook, Community Outreach, Public Health, Analysis
Education
Texas A&M Health Science Center 2008 — 2011
Master of Public Health, Health Policy and Management
Prairie View A&M University 2003 — 2008
Bachelor of Science, Biology
Petros Partners August 2015 - Present
TenantCloud.com November 2014 - Present
Texas PACE Authority October 2014 - August 2015
J4T Venture Fund December 2011 - November 2014
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2014 - July 2014
U.S. Department of the Treasury February 2013 - July 2014
Office of the Governor - Rick Perry June 2008 - January 2012
EI Investments January 2007 - May 2008
Skills
Financial Analysis, Financial Modeling, Strategic Planning, Business Strategy, Mergers, Business Development, Business Planning, Budgets, Competitive Analysis, Management Consulting, Process Improvement, Business Analysis, Strategy, Data Analysis, Analysis, Angel Investing, Venture Capital, Venture Financing, Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate Finance, Valuation, Due Diligence, Private Equity, Investments, Start-ups, Entrepreneurship, Finance, Forecasting, Executive Management, Portfolio Management, Strategic Financial..., Restructuring, Alternative Investments
Education
Society of Kauffman Fellows 2014 — 2016
Fellow, Venture Capital
Cornell University - S.C. Johnson Graduate School of Management 2012 — 2014
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
The University of Texas at Austin 2007 — 2008
Mathematics
University of Oregon 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Economics
Maul Foster & Alongi, Inc. April 2014 - Present
US Forest Service October 2013 - March 2014
Portland State University September 2011 - June 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2009 - June 2010
OMSI June 2008 - August 2009
Archaeological Excavation in Indonesia January 2009 - April 2009
Skills
Geology, Research, ArcGIS, Data Analysis, Chemistry, Field Work, Teaching, Technical Writing, Scuba Diving, Bahasa Indonesia, Environmental Science, Matlab
Education
Portland State University 2011 — 2014
Master of Science (M.S.), Geology
South Dakota School of Mines and Technology 2012 — 2012
Field Camp in India, Environmental Geology
Portland State University 2010 — 2011
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Earth Science
University of Washington 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Chemistry; Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Anthropology
Temple University February 2015 - Present
freelance August 2013 - Present
Philadelphia City Paper January 2011 - August 2013
Brownstoner Philadelphia April 2010 - December 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2007 - July 2009
AAA New York July 2004 - July 2006
Egypt Today Magazine 2002 - 2003
Skills
Writing, Editing, Freelance Writing, Web Content, Interviews, Copy Editing, Research, Blogging, Social Media, AP Style, Feature Articles, Proofreading, Journalism, Newsletters, online journalism, Magazines, Politics, Fact-checking, Facebook, Copywriting
Education
Washington University in St. Louis
Master of Arts (M.A.), English Language and Literature, General
St. Joseph's University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), English Language and Literature, General
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Park Fellowship in Journalism
City of Austin March 2012 - Present
Ford Audio Video April 2011 - March 2012
JW Marriott San Antonio Hill Country Resort and Spa January 2010 - April 2011
Four Seasons August 2009 - December 2009
CBS New KEYE 42 2009 - 2009
Texas Department of Agriculture 2008 - 2008
Skills
Event Planning, Social Media Marketing, Event Management, Marketing, Sales Management, Team Leadership, Revenue Enhancement, Sales, Superior Work Ethic, Hospitality Industry, Corporate Events, Property Management, Convention Services, Trade Shows, Destination Marketing, Hotels
Education
St. Edward's University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Arts, Communication specializing in Media, Public Relations and Advertis; Minor: Broadcast Journalism
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2014 - Present
Texas Farm Bureau Insurance Companies April 2012 - June 2014
Texas AgriLife Extension Service December 2001 - March 2012
The Cattleman/Texas Southwestern Cattle Raisers Association January 1996 - March 2001
Skills
Insurance, Sales, Public Relations, Farms, Budgets, Nonprofits, Agribusiness, Rural Community..., Marketing, Agriculture, Advertising, Social Media, Public Speaking, Economic Development
Education
Texas Tech University 1987 — 1989
B.S. Agriculture Communications
Clarendon College 1985 — 1987
Associate of Science (AS), Animal Science
Lee Hecht Harrison September 2003 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture February 2011 - August 2011
Austin Career Coaching 2009 - 2010
Hoehn Consulting 1997 - September 2009
Lee Hecht Harrison July 2007 - August 2009
Lee Hecht Harrison 2003 - 2007
St. Edward's University 1997 - 2002
Texas Mutual Insurance Company 1993 - 1997
Ray & Associates Inc. 1992 - 1993
The University of Texas at Austin 1988 - 1992
Skills
Career Counseling, Executive Coaching, Organizational..., Interviews, Training, Coaching, Management, Leadership, Human Resources, Employee Training, Recruiting, Career Management, Leadership Development, Program Management, Personnel Management, Consulting, Strategy, Curriculum Development, Workshop Facilitation, Job Search, Resume Writing, Staff Development, HR Consulting, Conflict Resolution, Interview Preparation, Outplacement, Performance Improvement, Personal Coaching, Organizational..., Workforce Planning, MBTI, Instructional Design, Job Coaching, 360 Feedback, Training Delivery, Performance Management, Management Development, Organizational Design, Career Assessment, Culture Change, Job Search Strategies, Employee Relations, Social Networking, Onboarding, Executive Development, Employee Engagement
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1988 — 1990
MA, Adult Education/Human Resource Leadership Development
St. Edward's University 1982 — 1985
BLS, Psychology
City of Dallas January 2015 - Present
City of Mesquite July 2014 - January 2015
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2012 - May 2013
City of Dallas June 2011 - June 2012
City of Dallas August 2004 - June 2011
Skills
Sustainability, Community Outreach, Government, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Analysis, Event Planning, Strategic Planning, Research, Public Relations, Team Building, Customer Service, Coaching, Training, Staff Development, Project Planning, Economic Development, Program Development, Microsoft Word, Environmental Awareness, Event Management, Management, Policy, Contract Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Leadership, Volunteer Management, Community Development, Social Networking, Organizational..., Data Analysis, System Administration, Public Policy, Outlook, Social Media, Supervisory Skills, Teaching, Microsoft Office, Policy Analysis, Proposal Writing, Access, Leadership Development, PowerPoint, Administration
Education
Prairie View A&M University 1992 — 1997
B.S., Agriculture and Human Resources
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2015 - Present
Texas Health & Human Services 2014 - 2015
Texas Health & Human Services 2013 - 2014
Nobles Funeral Chapel 2012 - 2013
C. E. Borman & Associates 2011 - 2012
TAMU - Comparative Medicine Program 2010 2010 - 2011
TEES-Coastal and Ocean Engineering Department 2009 - 2010
Purple Possum Winery 2003 - 2010
Robertson Neal, Attorney At Law 2008 - 2009
Sanjoh and Associates Law Firm 2007 - 2008
Skills
Legal Writing, Civil Litigation, Courts, Litigation, Legal Research, Research, Policy, Legal Assistance, Event Management, Arbitration, Litigation Support, Personal Injury, Family Law, Criminal Law, Document Review, Legal Documents, Pleadings, Microsoft Office, Lexis, Microsoft Word, Document Drafting, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Accounts Payable, Invoicing, Office Management, Timeslips
Education
Center for Advanced Legal Studies 2012 — 2014
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Paralegal
Bradford School 2000 — 2001
Certificate, Legal Secretary
Blinn College
General Studies
Landmark Advanced Course Group
Jupiter Lighthouse Realty December 1993 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture 1974 - 1986
Skills
Real Property, Property, Investment Properties, Listings, Leases, Sellers, Single Family Homes, First Time Home Buyers, REO, Residential Homes, New Home Sales, Contract Negotiation, Waterfront, Real Estate, Short Sales, Referrals, Real Estate Transactions, Relocation, Buyer Representation, Foreclosures, Condos, Investors
Education
Mclennan Community College 1971 — 1973
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Leshia Johnson
Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Meadors, Adams & Lee, Inc. September 2014 - Present
ACE USA June 2012 - October 2014
Texas Department of Agriculture December 2008 - June 2012
Skills
Underwriting, Insurance, Property & Casualty..., Casualty Insurance, Workers Compensation, Liability
Education
LSU
Unishippers August 2014 - Present
City of Clarendon, Texas August 2012 - August 2014
Village Farms - July 2011 - June 2012
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2007 - July 2011
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality April 2005 - July 2007
U.S. House of Representatives January 2001 - January 2005
Skills
Environmental Awareness, Public Speaking, Community Engagement, Urban Planning, Community Outreach, Technical Writing, Policy, Networking, Government, Program Management, GIS, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Media Relations, Water, Agriculture, Strategic Planning, Public Relations, Grants, Renewable Energy, Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Economics, Project Planning, Community Development, Marketing, Energy, Leadership, Legislative Relations, Contract Management, Rural Development, Local Government, Data Analysis, Municipalities, Sustainability, Event Planning, Teaching, Interviews, Public Policy, Proposal Writing, Fundraising, Contract Negotiation, Construction, Land Use Planning, Project Management, Environmental Compliance, Event Management, Land Use, Volunteer Management, ArcGIS
Education
Angelo State University 2002 — 2003
Master of Public Administration
Abilene Christian University 1998 — 2001
Bachelor of Arts, Political Science
Capital Area Food Bank of Texas April 2011 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture 2008 - 2011
Burnet County September 2007 - March 2008
Texas Association of School Boards September 2001 - September 2006
Texas Senate January 1999 - August 2001
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts September 1996 - December 1998
Texas House of Representatives 1992 - 1996
Skills
Legislative Affairs, Media Relations, Food Policy, News Writing, Grassroots Lobbying, Direct Lobbying, Legislative Research, Education Policy, Federal Government, State Government, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Government Advocacy, Community Outreach, Government, Grants, Legislation, Coalitions, Grassroots Organizing, Policy, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Policy Analysis, Grassroots
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1990 — 1993
BA, Government and English
Austin Presbyterian Theological Seminary
Specialization in Ministry with the Poor, Training as a United Methodist Deacon
Moody National Bank August 2014 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2013 - August 2014
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2012 - January 2013
Texas House of Representatives February 2010 - September 2011
Skills
Public Relations, Public Affairs, Speech Writing, Press Releases, Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Internal Communications, Editing, Research, Non-profits, Community Outreach, Politics, Volunteer Management, Fundraising, International Relations, Grassroots Organizing, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits, Policy, Political Campaigns, Economic Development, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Global Management
Education
St. Edward's University 2013 — 2015
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General, 4.0
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 — 2012
Bachelor's degree, Economics
Convergence Network Solutions November 2011 - February 2013
Self Employed IT Consultant October 2009 - October 2011
Pivot Networks March 2008 - August 2009
Texas Department of Agriculture December 2006 - August 2007
Texas Workforce Commission October 2006 - December 2006
Texas Department of Insurance January 2005 - October 2006
Texas Attorney General June 2001 - January 2005
Texas Attorney General January 2001 - January 2005
Management Associates May 1998 - June 2001
Skills
Network Administration, Windows Server, Troubleshooting, Active Directory, Disaster Recovery, Servers, Operating Systems, XP, Networking, Security, Microsoft Exchange, Technical Support, Firewalls, System Administration, Hardware, Switches, Help Desk Support, Software Installation, Group Policy, Windows, Laptops
Education
Texas State Technical College 1999 — 2001
Associates Degree, Computer Networking
Sam Houston State University 1997 — 1999
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2013 - Present
Launch Pad Job Club January 2013 - August 2013
Texas Army National Guard July 2010 - January 2013
LPJC Toastmasters 2013 - 2013
TSI Corporation January 2009 - July 2010
TSI Corporation October 2007 - January 2009
Texas Army National Guard April 2006 - October 2007
Texas Army National Guard January 2002 - April 2006
Texas Army National Guard April 1997 - December 2001
Skills
Public Speaking, Leadership, Military Operations, Military Decision..., After Action Reviews, Military Experience, Military, Army, Security Clearance, Business Analysis, Training, Software Documentation, Logistics
Education
National Graduate School 2003 — 2004
MS, Quality Systems Mgmt
University of Texas at Arlington 1971 — 1976
BA, History
Austin Community College 2010 — 2011
Work In Progress, Accounting, Bookkeeping
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2007 - Present
City of Houston 1999 - 2003
9th Court of Appeals 1996 - 1999
Skills
Public Policy, Government, Economic Development, Policy, Legislation, Legislative Relations, Policy Analysis, Public Speaking, Nonprofits, Administrative Law, Strategic Planning, Research
Education
St. Mary's University School of Law 1990 — 1993
JD
University of Notre Dame
MA
IER - Electrical OEM August 2011 - Present
Thomson Reuters September 2009 - December 2009
Texas Department of Agriculture November 1998 - July 2008
Skills
Microsoft Office, Ordering Office Supplies, Calendaring, Expense Reports, Postage Meter, Executive Support, High Level Of..., Administrative..., Confidentiality, Business Correspondence, Office Administration, Office Equipment, Negotiation, Team Building, Situational Leadership, Customer Service, Compliance, Accounts Payable, Telephone Skills, Analysis, Calendars, Accounts Receivable, Event Planning, Regulatory Compliance, State Government, Fax, Executive..., Receptionist Duties, File Management
Education
Our Lady of the Lake University 2004 — 2006
Master of Arts (M.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities, 3.83
Our Lady of the Lake University 2001 — 2004
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Liberal Arts and Sciences, General Studies and Humanities
Our Lady of the Lake University 2007 — 2009
Leadership Studies, 3.75
Hamline University School of Law 2008 — 2009
Law
MacArthur High School
Texas State University August 2014 - Present
Hannah Thornton, RD August 2013 - Present
Texas State University August 2012 - Present
Texas State University August 2012 - June 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2012 - January 2013
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine January 2012 - August 2012
Texas State University January 2012 - July 2012
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine February 2007 - January 2012
Prana Yoga June 2002 - March 2005
Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden 2000 - 2004
Skills
Nutrition, Medical Nutrition..., Cardiovascular Disease, Type 2 Diabetes, Pediatric Nutrition, Wellness, Holistic Health, Research, Health Advocacy, Herbal Remedies, Teaching, Public Speaking, Scientific Writing, Alternative Medicine, Herbal, Pediatrics, Infertility, Chronic Illness, Nutritional Counseling, Yoga, Dietetics, Health Education, Pregnancy, Digestive Disorders, Wellness Coaching, Nutrition Education
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2010 — 2013
Master's of Science, Nutrition
National College of Natural Medicine 2005 — 2006
Florida International University 2000 — 2003
Master's of Science, Conservation Biology
Smith College 1995 — 1999
B.A., Biology
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2012 - Present
S & L Consultant January 1994 - Present
Health and Human Services Commission March 2009 - May 2012
Texas Office of the Secretary of State October 2005 - October 2008
Skills
Contract Management, Business Writing, Microsoft Excel, Policy, Government, Managerial Finance, Project Management
Education
Concordia University-Austin 1994 — 1999
BA, Business Management
Phillips School of Business & Technology 1985 — 1986
Associate, Business Admin Senior Accouting
Other Educational Experience
Concordia University, Accounting and Business/Management
TFOA
TFOA
Texas Fiscal Officer Academy
Texas Land Company of Bryan September 2001 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture 1971 - 1999
U. S. Army June 1968 - June 1970
Skills
New Home Sales, Residential Homes, Farms, Selling, Agriculture, Rural Development, Contract Negotiation, Negotiation, Marketing, Customer Service, Marketing Strategy
Education
Sam Houston State University 1964 — 1968
BS, Agri-Business
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2013 - Present
AAOTB May 2012 - Present
D&S Community Services January 2011 - May 2012
Congregation Anshai Torah July 2008 - January 2011
Big Brothers Big Sisters July 2007 - July 2008
Self-employed Bookkeeping and Accounting September 2004 - June 2007
American Express August 2003 - August 2004
Wells Fargo Bank 1996 - 2003
The On the Way Cafe January 1993 - January 1996
US Bank 1985 - 1991
Skills
Budgets, QuickBooks, Sales, Nonprofits, Microsoft Office, Management, Microsoft Excel, Payroll, Analysis, Tax, Financial Reporting, Public Speaking, Income Tax, Merchant Services, Treasury Management, Mas 90, Non-profits, Budget, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Publisher, Vendor Management, Business Process..., Qualifying Prospects, PowerPoint, Cold Calling, Problem Solving, Market Planning, Business Planning, Cost Management, Cost Reduction..., Recruiting, Records Management, Electronic Records..., Records Retention...
Education
Macalester College 1969 — 1982
BA, Liberal Arts, Chemistry
The Firm August 2013 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2011 - November 2011
MANAGED CARE March 2008 - December 2010
Reimbursement Specialist January 1999 - March 2008
Training Specialist January 1997 - January 1999
Billing January 1993 - January 1997
Skills
Healthcare Reimbursement, Medicare/Medicaid..., EDI, Third Party Billing, Client Billing, Instructor-led Training, classroom training, Write Data Entry User..., Training, Microsoft Office, Leadership, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Coaching, Research, Microsoft Word, Strategic Planning
Education
Austin Community College 2012 — 2012
GED, working on Quickbooks/Accounting I
Austin Academy 2011 — 2011
WestSide Group December 2008 - Present
DTI Investments March 2002 - December 2008
DTI Investments March 2002 - December 2008
Sunset Valley Farmer's Market August 2006 - December 2006
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2001 - December 2001
Skills
Sales, Customer Service, Leases, Management, Apartments, Microsoft Office, Sales Management, Marketing, Time Management, Human Resources, Real Estate Development, Business Planning, Property, Negotiation, Real Estate, Strategy, Team Building, Finance, Strategic Planning, Financial Analysis, Property Management, Marketing Strategy, Policy, Yardi, Analysis, Budgets, Operations Management, Selling, Contract Negotiation, Training, Lease Administration
Education
St. Edward's University 2005 — 2006
MBA, Management
The University of Texas at Austin 1997 — 2001
BBA, Marketing
Rice Market & Technology Convention January 2004 - Present
US Rice Producers Association April 1997 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture 1986 - 1997
Agro FiBa Trading, Asuncion, Paraguay 1983 - 1986
Compania Algodonera Paraguaya S.A. 1980 - 1983
US Department of State (Peace Corps program) 1977 - 1980
Skills
Speak Spanish, International Trade..., Commodity, International Trade, Business Strategy, Agriculture, Export, Agribusiness, Product Development, International Business, Rice, Strategic Planning, Business Planning, International Sales, Trading, Logistics, Food, International Marketing, Supply Chain Management, Negotiation, Import, New Business Development, Marketing, FMCG, Supply Chain, Grain, Wheat, Import Export, Farms, Food Industry, Soft Commodities, Corn, Hedging, Sugar
Education
Abilene Christian University 1971 — 1975
Range Science
U.S. Department of Agriculture January 2014 - August 2015
U.S. Department of Agriculture March 2013 - January 2014
U.S. Department of Agriculture July 2011 - March 2013
Texas Senate February 2011 - May 2011
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2010 - August 2010
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 - 2010
U.S. Department of Agriculture May 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Program Evaluation, Legislative Relations, Economic Development, Research, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Youth Mentoring, Project Management
Education
Yale University 2015 — 2018
Master’s Degree, Divinity/Ministry
The University of Texas at Austin 2009 — 2011
Master's, The Lyndon B Johnson School of Public Affairs
Prairie View A&M University 2005 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Agriculture Economics, Cum Laude
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2014 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture December 2012 - Present
Sam Houston State University January 2011 - May 2012
Gibbs Ranch May 2009 - December 2009
IBC Bank August 2006 - July 2007
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Customer Service, PowerPoint, English, Windows, Research, Outlook, Teaching, Photoshop, Public Speaking, HTML, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Editing
Education
Sam Houston State University 2011 — 2012
Master's of Science, Agronomy and Crop Science
Sam Houston State University 2008 — 2010
Bachelor's of Science, Animal Sciences
Phoenix Arising Aviation Academy January 2015 - Present
Skillpoint Alliance September 2014 - January 2015
Skillpoint Alliance August 2013 - September 2014
Texas Criminal Justice Coalition January 2013 - August 2013
Texas Southern University May 2012 - January 2013
Houston Community College August 2011 - April 2012
American Heart Association December 2010 - August 2011
Priority One Public Relations August 2009 - May 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Media Relations, Event Planning, Press Releases, Community Relations, Public Relations, Social Media, Event Management, Brochures, Promotions, Community Outreach, Special Events, Campaign, Newsletters, Facebook, Public Speaking, Web Content, Invitations, Awareness, Calendars, Publications, Writing, Fundraising, Non-profits, Social Networking, Marketing, Creative Writing, Time Management, Copy Editing, Spanish, Leadership, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Research, Higher Education, Corporate Communications, InDesign, Program Management, Teaching, Program Development, Recruiting, Strategic Communications, Internal Communications, Management, Nonprofits, WordPress, Microsoft Office, AP Style, Campaigns, Critical Thinking, Microsoft Word
Education
Texas Southern University 2011 — 2013
Executive Masters, Public Administration
Sam Houston State University 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Arts, Public Relations
International Air Transport Association (IATA) May 2012 - March 2013
Matt Martin Real Estate Management February 2011 - February 2012
The Salvation Army October 2010 - February 2011
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2008 - May 2008
Skills
International Mobility, Human Resources, Multi Tasking, Intercultural..., Operations Management, Spanish, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Teamwork, Time Management, CRM, Management, Leadership, Data Analysis, Negotiation, Microsoft Excel, Financial Analysis
Education
EGADE Business School 2008 — 2009
MBA, Global Business and Strategy
University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Belk College of Business 2008 — 2009
MBA, Global Business and Strategy
St. Edward's University 2004 — 2008
Bachelors of Business Administration, Entrepreneurship
Nielsen October 2013 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture February 2008 - August 2011
Spherion/Shell March 2006 - September 2007
Aspen / Hewitt September 2006 - January 2007
FedEx September 1989 - February 2006
FedEx March 1988 - February 1989
Skills
Customer Service, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Program Management, Public Speaking, Management, Sales, Event Management, Social Media, Policy, Time Management, Event Planning, Team Building, Marketing Strategy, Training, Marketing, Public Relations, Recruiting, Research, Social Media Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Team Leadership, Food, Employee Benefits, Operations Management, Microsoft Office, Budgets
Education
Del Mar College 1978 — 1981
Del Mar College Business
Foy H. Moody High School Diploma
Klein ISD March 2012 - Present
Conroe Independent School District July 2011 - Present
Night Hawk Frozen Foods July 2004 - November 2010
Frozen Foods July 2004 - November 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2001 - June 2004
Lamar University August 2000 - May 2001
University of Louisiana January 2000 - June 2000
Lafayette General Medical Center June 1998 - November 1999
Quintess Catering March 1997 - February 1998
Poupart's Bakery August 1995 - January 1997
Skills
Food Service, HACCP, Food, Ingredients, Food Safety, Nutrition
Education
Lamar University
Master of Science
Registered Dietitian Lamar University
Nutrition
University of Louisiana at Lafayette
Bachelor of Science, Dietetics
American Heart Association, Southwest Affiliate Senior Advocacy Team September 2014 - Present
HLF International March 2013 - September 2014
Elanco / Eli Lilly and Company June 2009 - March 2013
United States Department of Agriculture July 2007 - January 2009
United States Department of Agriculture July 2004 - July 2007
Texas Department of Agriculture March 2001 - July 2004
Texas Office of State-Federal Relations August 1999 - March 2001
United States Senate (Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison) January 1998 - August 1999
Skills
Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Affairs, Government, Legislation, Politics, Coalitions, International Relations, Economic Development, Governmental Affairs, International Trade, Strategic Planning, Strategy, Political Campaigns, Public Relations, Community Outreach, Food Safety, Legislative Affairs, Agriculture, Federal Government, Congressional Affairs, Social Media, Foreign Policy, Crisis Communications, Policy Analysis, Pharmaceutical Industry, State Government, Media Relations, Message Development, Corporate Communications, Agricultural Policy, Crisis Management, Regulatory Analysis, Veterinary Medicine, Internal & External..., Biotechnology Industry, Issues Managment, Program Management, Health Policy, Trade Policy, Speech Writing, Press Releases, Grassroots Organizing, Regulatory Affairs, Public Speaking, Energy Policy, Project Management, Policy, Grassroots
Education
American University
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Justice, Political Science
Texas Oil & Gas Association September 2015 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture April 2014 - September 2015
Texas Department of Agriculture December 2010 - April 2014
RH Strategies February 2009 - April 2010
Department of the Treasury September 2007 - January 2009
US House of Representatives April 2005 - September 2007
US House of Representatives January 2005 - April 2005
Scottrade Financial Services May 2003 - December 2004
Skills
Legislative Relations, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Legislation, Government, Politics, Policy, Public Speaking, Speech Writing, Public Relations, Fundraising, Financial Education, Customer Service, Project Planning, Analysis, Political Campaigns, Research, Leadership, Strategic Communications, Legislative Research, Grassroots Organizing, Nonprofits, Public Affairs, Governmental Affairs, Economic Development, International Relations, Political Communication
Education
Georgetown University 2006 — 2006
Certificate, Financial Planning
Texas Tech University 2000 — 2004
BA, Economics, Secondary Education
Dallas Area Rapid Transit March 2012 - Present
Lannen & Oliver, PC March 1992 - Present
Lockwood, Andrews & Newnam, Inc. May 2005 - February 2012
American Public Transportation Association 2010 - 2012
UT Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas September 1996 - May 2005
Dallas Area Rapid Transit 1993 - 2003
Brookhaven College January 1993 - December 1994
Texas Attorney General January 1991 - December 1991
Texas Department of Agriculture February 1989 - December 1990
State of Texas December 1986 - January 1989
Skills
Government Relations, Employment Law, Public Relations, Mediation, Civil Litigation, Management, Transit, Lobbying, Grant Writing, Public Speaking, Leadership, Public Transport, Leadership Development, Employee Relations, Budgets, Courts, Community Development, Rail, Business Development, Project Management, Community Outreach, Fundraising, Contract Management, Policy, Non-profits, Transportation, Negotiation, Public Policy, Legal Research, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Organizational..., Operations Management, Customer Service, Government, Transportation Planning, Business Strategy, Program Management, Proposal Writing, Team Building, Crisis Communications, Public Finance, Marketing Communications, Litigation, Event Planning, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Communications, Research, Media Relations, Policy Analysis
Education
The University of Texas School of Law 1978 — 1981
Doctor of Jurisprudence, Law
Dallas Baptist University 1974 — 1976
BCA, Management
The University of Texas at Arlington 1962 — 1965
History & Government
Knudsen, Burbridge, & Manchur, P.C. May 2015 - Present
Gordon College August 2014 - May 2015
Horizon Research and Consultancy Group May 2014 - August 2014
Gordon College May 2013 - May 2014
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2013 - August 2013
Gordon College August 2012 - May 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Customer Service, Research, Teamwork, Social Media, Public Speaking, English, Windows, Time Management, SPSS, Community Outreach, Facebook, Outlook, Leadership
Education
Gordon College 2011 — 2015
BA, Political Science and Sociology double Major
Gordon College 2011 — 2015
Bachelor's degree, Sociology and Political Sccience
Yokohama Tire Corporation November 2008 - Present
Yokohama Tire Corporation November 2006 - October 2008
StopTech August 2004 - November 2006
Texas Department of Agriculture December 2001 - May 2004
JWT Specialized Communications December 1999 - August 2001
Skills
Pricing Strategy, Motorsports, Automotive, Marketing Communications, Marketing Strategy, Product Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Brand Development, Automotive Aftermarket, Product Development, Advertising, Brand Management, Event Management, Trade Shows, Pricing, Integrated Marketing, Product Management, Market Research, Market Planning, Brand Awareness, Email Marketing, Marketing, B2B, Sales, Sales Operations, Corporate Communications, Sales Management, Market Analysis, Business Development, Vehicles, Direct Marketing, Online Advertising, Relationship Marketing, Sponsorship, Social Media Marketing, Business Planning, Forecasting, Digital Marketing, Retail, Customer Satisfaction, Marketing Management, New Business Development
Education
California State University-Chico 1994 — 1999
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Journalism
Lanxess May 2004 - Present
Borden Chemical August 1997 - January 2004
Huntsman Corporation May 1995 - August 1997
Texas Department of Agriculture August 1992 - August 1995
Skills
Process Auditing, Quality Systems, Laboratory Analysis
Education
Harding University 1984 — 1988
Bachelor, Chemistry
Bastrop ISD September 2013 - Present
Signature Smiles of Bastrop July 2013 - September 2013
Dr. Joseph Schmidt - Center for Cosmetic Dentistry July 2011 - July 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2004 - July 2011
Texas Department of Agriculture February 2006 - June 2008
Texas Lottery Commission July 1998 - March 2004
Texas Lottery Commission April 1994 - June 1998
Texas Lottery Commission January 1994 - April 1994
Skills
Public Relations, Marketing Strategy, Event Management, Advertising, Marketing, Event Planning, Leadership, Budgets, Management, Market Planning, Product Marketing, Program Management, Research
Education
Texas A&M University 1989 — 1993
BBA, Marketing
Austin Community College
Bayer CropScience January 2006 - Present
Bayer CropScience January 2003 - December 2005
Aventis CropScience January 2000 - December 2002
AgrEvo USA July 1994 - December 1999
NOR-AM Chemical Co. October 1990 - June 1994
Texas Department of Agriculture January 1987 - October 1990
Texas Department of Agriculture January 1984 - December 1986
Aurum Etchings 1979 - 1981
Skills
Chemistry, GLP, LC-MS, Agriculture, Biotechnology, Analytical Chemistry, Regulatory Affairs, Agrochemicals, Crop Protection, Toxicology, UV/Vis, Validation, Agribusiness, HPLC, In Vitro, Laboratory, NMR, Organic Chemistry, Gas Chromatography, Science, Genetics, LIMS, Chromatography, GC-MS, Lifesciences, Biochemistry, R&D, Mass Spectrometry, Technology Transfer, Life Sciences
Education
Midwestern Baptist Theoligical Seminary 2007 — 2009
None, New Testament
The University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center at Dallas 1981 — 1983
MA, Biochemistry
Southern Methodist University 1977 — 1981
BS, Chemistry
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2012 - Present
HEB CORP. September 2005 - Present
READ & SUCCEED LLC May 2011 - November 2011
ITT Technical Institute November 2004 - June 2006
H.E.B Corporation June 2003 - August 2005
Securitas Corporation February 2002 - June 2003
NATIONAL INSTRUMENTS October 1999 - December 2001
HEB CORPORATION August 1994 - September 1999
Skills
Recruiting, Human Resources, Operations Management, Temporary Placement, Sales, Marketing, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Training, Coaching, Process Improvement, Payroll, SPHR Certification..., Benefits Administration, Conflict Resolution
Education
The University of Texas at Austin
SPHR Certification, Human Resources Management/Personnel Administration, General
St. Edward's University 2005 — 2010
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Management
Concordia University-Austin 1999 — 2003
Bachelor of Arts (BA), Business Management
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2014 - August 2014
First Quality Enterprises May 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Microsoft Office, Sage 50, Bloomberg Terminal, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Public Speaking
Education
Clemson University - College of Business and Behavioral Science 2011 — 2015
Finance and Financial Management Services
Methodist Hospital Willowbrook June 2009 - Present
Tomball Regional Hospital 2006 - 2010
Community Health Systems: Tomball Regional Medical Center 2006 - 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture 1986 - 1988
The Coca-Cola Company December 1983 - June 1986
Teneco West November 1981 - November 1983
Kraft Foods Group June 1979 - November 1981
Skills
ICU, Nursing Care, Nursing, Marketing, ACLS, Critical Care, BLS, CCU
Education
Tomball College 2002 — 2006
Associate's degree, Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Pepperdine University, The George L. Graziadio School of Business and Management 1978 — 1980
Graduate program Business Administration and Management, General
California State University-Fullerton 1973 — 1978
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Psychology
St. Edward's University January 2013 - Present
International Studies Abroad June 2012 - January 2013
Arnold Public Affairs August 2011 - October 2012
St. Edward's University August 2010 - June 2012
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2011 - August 2011
St. Edward's University October 2008 - January 2011
Keller and Denman, CPA January 2008 - August 2009
Skills
Facebook, Social Media, Event Management, Blogging, Microsoft Office, Marketing, Marketing Communications, Social Media Marketing, Social Networking, Microsoft Excel
Education
St. Edward's University 2008 — 2012
BBA, International Business, 3.6
Universidad de Melendez Pelayo 2010 — 2010
Cinco Ranch HS
Leland Beatty General ManagerTexas Rural Communities, Inc.June 1989 - December 1999
Texas Department of Agriculture May 1983 - June 1989
Education
The University of Texas at Austin - Red McCombs School of Business 2001 — 2003
MBA, IT, marketing
Columbia University in the City of New York 1974 — 1977
BA, liberal arts
US Army, Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health June 2015 - Present
United States Naval Special Warfare Command February 2013 - June 2015
United States Army February 2012 - December 2012
United States Army May 2010 - January 2012
Chilean Egg and Poultry Association October 2009 - October 2009
USDA-APHIS Center for Epidemiology and Animal Health June 2008 - August 2008
Texas Department of Agriculture 2003 - 2004
Skills
Army, Military, DoD, Military Experience, Security Clearance, Military Operations, Leadership, Military Training, Operational Planning, Command, National Security, Force Protection, Strategic Planning, Weapons, Program Management, Training, Intelligence, Government, Top Secret, Defense, Emergency Management
Education
Auburn University 2006 — 2010
Doctor of Veterinary Medicine, Veterinary Medicine
New Mexico State University 1997 — 2002
Bachelor’s Degree, Agriculture, General
Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health
Master’s Degree, Humanitarian Assistance, Food Security
Rackspace, the #1 managed cloud company May 2015 - Present
Rackspace Hosting June 2012 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2010 - August 2011
Pacific Sunwear 2009 - 2010
Cal Poly State University 2008 - 2009
Texas A&M AgriLife 2007 - 2008
Skills
Program Management, Analysis, Budgets, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Customer Service, Sales, QlikView, Event Planning, Event Management, Product Marketing, Beer, Wine, Public Relations, Strategy, Public Speaking
Education
Cal Poly San Luis Obispo 2008 — 2012
Candidate for Master's degree, Agribusiness, 3.49
Texas A&M University 2003 — 2007
B.S., Agribsuiness, 3.1
Ambit Energy July 2015 - Present
Saville, Dodgen & Co. February 2015 - May 2015
Lowe's Home Improvement August 2013 - January 2015
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2014 - August 2014
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2013 - August 2013
Mattress Sleepcenters April 2012 - December 2012
BICE Restoration July 2011 - February 2012
Cotton Commercial USA, Inc. September 2011 - November 2011
Chick-fil-A January 2011 - July 2011
Kaufman Church of Christ May 2009 - August 2009
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, English, Outlook, Public Speaking, Windows, Sales, Teamwork
Education
Texas A&M University-Commerce 2012 — 2014
Bachelor's, Agricultural Business
Blinn College
Agribusiness/Agricultural Business Operations
U.S. Customs and Border Protection August 2012 - Present
U.S. Customs and Border Protection October 2011 - August 2012
USDA April 2008 - October 2011
U.S. Customs and Border Protection July 2006 - April 2008
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2001 - July 2006
USDA-ARS 1999 - 1999
Skills
Accounting, Customer Service, Federal Government, Government, Homeland Security, Import, Leadership, Policy, Program Management, Public Speaking, Team Building, Trade Compliance, Community Outreach
Education
Southern University and Agricultural and Mechanical College at Baton Rouge 1995 — 1999
Bachelor of Science, Animal Science
Simple Etiquette 2007 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture 2009 - 2015
Winstead PC 2008 - 2009
Sustainable Food Center 2007 - 2009
Texas Office of the Secretary of State 2006 - 2008
Federal Income Tax Clinic, Washington College of Law January 2005 - May 2005
Integrated Curriculum, Washington College of Law May 2002 - May 2005
Circuit Court for Montgomery County, Maryland May 2004 - August 2004
Burson Marsteller June 1999 - July 2001
American Society of Clinical Oncology April 1998 - June 1999
Skills
Administrative Law, Hearings, Legal Research, Policy, Legal Writing, Blogging, Social Media, State Government, Election Law, Community Outreach, Program Management, Mediation, Leadership, Legislation, Public Policy, Legislative Relations, Nonprofits, Strategic Communications, Government, Media Relations, Politics, Public Speaking, Public Relations, Editing
Education
American University Washington College of Law 2002 — 2005
JD, cum laude, Law
Bates College 1993 — 1997
BA, cum laude, English
National University of Ireland, Galway 1995 — 1996
Irish Literature, History
Association of Certified Fraud Examiners July 2010 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture 2008 - 2010
Worth Ethic Corporation 2007 - 2008
Community Impact Newspaper 2005 - 2007
Skills
Social Media Marketing, Writing, Copy Editing, Social Media, Copywriting, Blogging, Proofreading, Editing, Online Marketing, Email Marketing
Education
Pepperdine University 2001 — 2005
BA, English
Texas Department of Agriculture November 2005 - Present
Texas Dept of Agriculture 2005 - Present
Skills
Policy, Legislative Relations, Agriculture, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Government..., Team Leadership, Process Improvement, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Research, Public Relations, Government, Legislation, Economic Development, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Event Planning, Nonprofits
Education
Angelo State University 1983 — 1988
Master’s Degree, Animal Sciences
Angelo State University
Bachelor's degree, Animal Science
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2013 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2014 - June 2014
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2013 - January 2014
US Army May 1993 - May 2013
Skills
Management, Training, Leadership, Human Resources, Government, Military, Policy, Logistics, Hiring, Access, Customer Service, Program Management, Budgets, Data Analysis, Team Building
Education
Huston-Tillotson University 2013 — 2015
Associate’s Degree, Liberal Arts and Sciences/Liberal Studies, A
Deloitte December 2014 - Present
JPMorgan Chase & Co. September 2013 - October 2014
Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) August 2013 - September 2013
Office of the Attorney General of the State of New York September 2012 - December 2012
K&L Gates May 2012 - June 2012
Allegheny Conference on Community Development May 2012 - June 2012
Attorney General of the District of Columbia May 2011 - August 2011
DC Bar February 2011 - May 2011
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2009 - June 2010
ICF International January 2007 - May 2009
Skills
Budgets, Strategic Planning, Project Management, Program Management, Policy, Non-profits, Contract Management, Policy Analysis, Procurement, Grant Writing, Public Policy, Public Speaking, Fundraising, Access, Strategy, Leadership, Community Outreach, Nonprofits, Data Analysis, Customer Service, Finance, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Litigation, Management, PowerPoint, Research
Education
Washington University in St. Louis School of Law 2010 — 2013
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Western New England College 2008 — 2010
Masters, Business Administration
Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University 2002 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Political Science and Government
Samford University 2015 - 2015
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2012 - March 2013
Texas State University August 2011 - June 2012
Seton Southwest Hospital September 2005 - October 2006
Skills
Microsoft Word, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office, Public Speaking, Teaching, Editing, PowerPoint, Community Outreach, Public Health, English, Fundraising, Nonprofits, Research, Statistics
Education
Samford University 2015 — 2015
Dietetic Intern
Texas State University-San Marcos 2008 — 2015
Masters in Human Nutrition, Nutrition Sciences
The Ohio State University 1976 — 1981
Bachelor of Science (BS), Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2015 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2012 - Present
Texas State Auditor's Office June 2007 - January 2012
Education
Southern Methodist University
Shell July 2014 - Present
The University of Texas at Austin August 2013 - May 2014
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2013 - August 2013
Skills
Social Media, Facebook, Photography, Project Planning, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Research, Supply Chain Management, Customer Service, Data Analysis, Writing, Social Networking, Stakeholder Engagement, Resource Efficiency, Leadership, PowerPoint
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2010 — 2014
Bachelor's Degree, Supply Chain Management (B.B.A.), Public Relations (B.S.), & Advertising (Minor), Alumnus
National University of Singapore
NUS Business School
Bexar County May 2000 - Present
UniverSoul Circus June 2001 - July 2001
UniverSoul Circus December 1997 - December 1998
State Senator Rodney Ellis November 1995 - December 1997
State Senator Rodney Ellis January 1996 - October 1996
Director, Intergovernmental Relations Committee February 1996 - September 1996
Deputy Mayor George Stevens August 1991 - September 1996
City Councilman George Stevens December 1991 - October 1995
Texas Department of Agriculture July 1986 - July 1988
Skills
Leadership, Marketing Communications, Strategic Planning, Marketing Management, Marketing Strategy, Business Strategy, Politics, Public Policy, Government, Governance, Government Contracting, Procurement, Minority Business..., Women Owned Business, Supply Chain Management, Disparity and..., Small Business, Compliance, Diversity, Supplier Quality, Business Development, Strategic Alliances, Strategic Partnerships, Policy, Public Speaking, Government Procurement, Analysis, Process Improvement, Economic Development, Contract Management, Program Management, State Government, Public Relations, Contract Negotiation, Team Building, Non-profits, Budgets, Community Outreach, Project Planning, Organizational..., Source Selection, Fundraising, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Policy Analysis, Leadership Development, Entrepreneurship, Event Planning, Team Leadership, Event Management
Education
Baruch College 1989 — 1989
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Urban Planning and Rural Economic Development
The University of Texas at San Antonio
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Sam Houston High School
Texas Department of Agriculture November 2014 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture December 2013 - November 2014
Johnson & Wales University April 2008 - November 2013
Roberto Alonzo Villarreal, L.L.C. April 2008 - July 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2006 - April 2008
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2005 - September 2006
Skills
Nutrition Education, Dietetics, Nutrition, Nutritional Analysis, Culinary Education, Curriculum Development, School Nutrition, Culinary Skills, Sensory Evaluation, Food & Beverage, Latin Cuisine, Molecular Gastronomy, Food Safety, Social Media Marketing, Marketing Research, Online Research, Marketing Communications, Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Training, Curriculum Design, Adult Education, Instructional Design, Health Promotion, Teaching, Food Service, Catering
Education
Johnson and Wales University 2009 — 2012
Master of Business Administration (MBA)
Johnson and Wales University 2001 — 2003
Bachelor's degree
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2015 - Present
Texas Office of the Secretary of State January 2015 - June 2015
HCCAA January 2008 - July 2012
Texas Youth Commission August 2005 - March 2007
The Home Depot November 2004 - August 2005
Texas Youth Commission October 1995 - November 2004
TDCJ 1994 - 1995
TDCJ 1994 - 1995
TDCJ 1994 - 1995
Skills
FMLA, Employee Relations, Benefits Administration, Deferred Compensation, HRIS, New Hire Orientations, Employee Benefits, Performance Management, Policy, Human Resources, Organizational..., Onboarding, Recruiting, Employment Law, Personnel Management, Workforce Development, Performance Appraisal, Employee Training, Interviews, Conflict Resolution, Payroll, Leadership Development, Workers Compensation, Customer Service, Organizational Structure, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Microsoft Word
Education
Hamilton University 2006 — 2006
Bachelor of Science (BS), Human Resource Management
Williams January 2015 - Present
Williams Company June 2013 - December 2014
Williams Company May 2012 - August 2012
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2011 - August 2011
Education
Oklahoma State University 2009 — 2013
Agribusiness, Finance
Texas Workforce Commission April 2014 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture 2012 - Present
ACCION Texas 2011 - 2012
Nathan Associates 2009 - 2011
Peace Corps 2007 - 2009
Whole Earth Provision Company December 2006 - June 2007
Denver Justice and Peace Commitee September 2006 - December 2006
K'aslem Mandala School for Environmental Education and Youth Leadership March 2006 - August 2006
Skills
International..., Economic Development, Microsoft Office, Government, Microsoft Excel, Editing, Program Evaluation, PowerPoint, Policy, Qualitative Research, Business Development, Politics, Public/private..., Training, Leadership, Entrepreneurship, Value Chain Analysis, Budgets, Project Planning, Leadership Development, Sustainability, Volunteer Management, Organizational..., Strategic Communications, Event Management, Africa, Rural Development, Strategic Partnerships, Food Security, Corporate Social..., Human Rights, Foreign Policy, Strategy, Management Consulting, Agriculture, International Economics, Sustainable Development, Development Economics, Workshop Facilitation, Social Entrepreneurship, Finance
Education
International Economic Development Council 2012 — 2012
Basic Economic Development Course
University of Denver 2005 — 2009
MA, International Administration/International Political Economy
Wake Forest University 2001 — 2005
BA, Spanish/International Relations and Political Science
International Economic Development Council (IEDC)
SMH
Universidad Católica de Valparaíso
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2013 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2006 - October 2012
Skills
Community Outreach, Policy, Government, Program Development, Public Policy, Program Evaluation, Public Speaking, Program Management, Data Analysis, Event Planning, Leadership, Training, Analysis, Management, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Organizational..., Organizational..., Customer Service
Education
Dallas Baptist University
BAS, Psychology
James Bowie Elementary or Key
NEISD July 2013 - Present
Phil Hardberger Park Conservancy July 2012 - July 2013
Various August 2010 - July 2013
Mass Tort America October 2011 - August 2012
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2011 - September 2011
Baylor University August 2009 - May 2011
KWTX-TV July 2010 - December 2010
Skills
Event Planning, Public Relations, Blogging, Public Speaking, Press Releases, Editing, Research, Storytelling, SEO, Interviews, Media Relations, Copy Editing, Writing, Nonprofits
Education
Baylor University 2009 — 2011
M.A., Organizational Communication/Digital Media
Texas State University-San Marcos 2006 — 2009
B.A., Mass Communication--Electronic Media
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts January 2007 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture November 2002 - January 2007
Texas Attorney General May 1997 - October 2001
Banking Executive June 1981 - May 1997
Skills
Public Sector Accounting, Public Sector Budgeting, IT Procurement, Software Procurement, Procurement Contracts, Business Process..., Commercial Banking, Technical Writing, Financial Accounting, Operations Management
Education
Austin Community College 1995 — 2015
N/A, Accounting
Texas A&M University 1976 — 1980
Bachelor's degree, Agricultural Economics
Kansas State University 1977 — 1978
N/A, Economics
Schlumberger March 2014 - Present
Schlumberger September 2012 - February 2014
Trelleborg Offshore June 2012 - August 2012
Texas A&M University March 2011 - October 2011
ADESA September 2009 - December 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2009 - September 2009
Skills
Full Cycle Recruiting, Employee Relations, Development & Delivery..., Performance Management, Management Coaching, Workers Compensation, Recruiting, Training
Education
Texas A&M University 2011 — 2012
Master's of Science, Educational Human Resource Development
Sam Houston State University 2005 — 2009
Bachelors of Business Administration, Human Resource Management
Reich & Binstock November 2004 - June 2005
Law Foundation of Silicon Valley May 2003 - August 2003
Aspect Communications 1999 - 2001
Harris County December 1997 - December 1998
Texas Department of Agriculture January 1995 - December 1995
Skills
Customer Service, Microsoft Office, Editing, Public Speaking, Social Media, Teaching, Research, Social Networking, Creative Writing, Public Relations, Microsoft Word, Blogging, Social Media Marketing, Nonprofits, PowerPoint, Microsoft Excel, Training, Sales, Project Management, Marketing
Education
Center for Advanced Legal Studies 2003 — 2004
Paralegal Certification, Legal Assistant/Paralegal
Golden Gate University, School of Law 2002 — 2003
University of Phoenix 1999 — 2000
Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Tarleton State University 1990 — 1994
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agriculture, Agriculture Operations, and Related Sciences
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2012 - Present
Oregon Department of Agriculture 1991 - August 2012
Skills
Agronomy, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Policy, Science, Public Policy, Government, Research, Environmental Science, Sustainability
Education
California Polytechnic State University-San Luis Obispo 1975 — 1979
BS, Animal Science
University of Canterbury Lincoln College
Equine Reproductive Endocrinology
Morrison July 2013 - Present
Texas State University August 2012 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2012 - March 2013
San Antonio Youth Centers June 2012 - August 2012
Lifetime Fitness May 2012 - August 2012
The Art of Eating May 2010 - August 2012
Fresh Gatherings Cafe August 2009 - May 2012
Healthy Eating with Local Produce (HELP) Grant May 2011 - December 2011
Skills
Computer Proficiency, Customer Service, Microsoft Excel, Fitness, Food & Beverage, Health, Microsoft Word, Mac, Nonprofits, Social Networking, Newsletters, PowerPoint, Proofreading, Research, Restaurants, Typing, Wellness, Youth Work, Youth Development
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2012 — 2013
Dietetic Internship, Human Nutrition-Pediatric Emphasis
Saint Louis University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Nutrition and Dietetics
Merrigan Consulting June 2013 - Present
U.S. Department of Agriculture April 2009 - May 2013
Food Agriculture Organization of the United Nations June 1998 - March 2013
Tufts University, Friedman School of Nutrition Science and Policy June 2001 - March 2009
U.S. Department of Agriculture June 1999 - January 2001
Henry A. Wallace Institute for Alternative Agriculture September 1994 - May 1999
MIT September 1992 - May 1994
U.S. Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry June 1987 - August 1992
Texas Department of Agriculture September 1986 - April 1987
Massachusetts State Senate July 1982 - July 1985
Skills
Policy, Sustainable Agriculture, Legislative Relations, Public Speaking, Food Systems, Government, Economic Development, Organic Farming, Public Policy, Sustainability, Governance, Organic Products, Program Management, Agriculture, Nonprofits, Community Outreach, Teaching, Policy Analysis, Public Administration, Grassroots Organizing, Research, Strategic Communications, Public Sector, Editing, Grants, Media Relations, International Relations, Community Development, Politics, Program Evaluation, Environmental Policy, Political Campaigns, Capacity Building, Public Affairs, Grant Writing, International..., Speech Writing, Coalitions, Sustainable Development, Legislation, Political Communication, Foreign Policy, Diplomacy, NGOs, Corporate Social..., Climate Change
Education
Massachusetts Institute of Technology 1992 — 2000
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD), Department of Urban Studies and Planning, Environmental Planning and Policy Group
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 1985 — 1987
Master of Public Affairs
Williams College 1978 — 1982
B.A., English, Political Science
Private Practice in Nutrition June 2006 - Present
Austin Community College August 1990 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture August 2003 - October 2008
Skills
Medical Nutrition..., Nutrition Education, Nutrition, Human Nutrition, Sports Nutrition, Weight Management, Clinical Nutrition, Nutritional Counseling, Health Education, Health Promotion, Pediatrics, Dietetics, Wellness, Research, Prevention, Program Evaluation, Community Health, Clinical Research, Program Development, Epidemiology, Public Health, Grant Writing, Healthcare Management, Health Communication
Education
Texas Women’s University, Denton, Texas 1980 — 1986
MS, Nutrition
Cameron University 1970 — 1975
BS, Home Economics
UBS January 2014 - Present
UBS Wealth Management Americas June 2009 - December 2013
Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC June 2005 - June 2009
HillCo Partners January 2005 - May 2005
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2004 - December 2004
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2001 — 2005
BBA, Finance
College for Financial Planning
Asset Management
RushCo Energy Specialist Inc December 2013 - Present
Heart of Texas Goodwill Industries, Inc April 2013 - December 2013
City of Dallas April 2011 - December 2012
Texas Health Human Servies June 2008 - April 2011
Texas Department of Agriculture November 2006 - June 2008
Aetna Healthcare September 2001 - October 2006
Education
Northwood University
Bachelor of Business Administration
Temple High School
High School Diploma
Burleson LLP November 2014 - Present
Burleson LLP May 2014 - November 2014
Burleson LLP April 2014 - May 2014
Palser Chiropractic and Massage Therapy December 2012 - May 2014
Life Time Fitness August 2012 - November 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2012 - August 2012
Campion Chiropractic Clinic September 2011 - June 2012
Undergraduate Entomology Student Organization May 2011 - May 2012
Study Abroad in Tropical and Field Biology June 2011 - June 2011
Undergraduate Entomology Student Organization May 2010 - May 2011
Skills
Entomology, Biology, Office Administration, Communication Skills, Microsoft Word, Spreadsheets, Copying, Answering Phones, Wellness, Therapeutic Massage, Telephone Skills, Stretching, Research, Trigger Point Therapy
Education
Texas A&M University 2010 — 2012
Bachelor of Science, Entomology, 3.00
Lone Star College System 2007 — 2009
Bachelor of Science, Biology, 3.05
Balanced Bodywork Institute 2007 — 2008
Massage Therapy Licence
Texas Department of State Health Services August 2014 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2006 - August 2014
Habana House/M&R Wholesale, Austin, Texas December 2004 - April 2006
Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services July 2003 - November 2004
Motorola 1997 - 2003
Skills
Oracle, SAP, .NET, Microstrategy, Core Java, Business Analysis, Project Management, Software Project..., SDLC, Program Management, Process Improvement, Software Development, Databases, Software Documentation, SQL, Business Process, Leadership, Systems Analysis, Team Leadership, Change Management, Requirements Gathering, Troubleshooting, Analysis, SharePoint, Enterprise Software, PMP
Education
St. Edward's University 2002 — 2005
M.B.A., Masters of Business Administration
Texas A&M University 1993 — 1997
Business Analysis, Management Information Systems
Westwood High 1989 — 1993
Diploma
Texas Attorney General March 2013 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2011 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2007 - October 2011
Luminex Corporation August 2005 - September 2007
Multimedia Games November 2004 - August 2005
VREC Engg College, Nizamabad November 2001 - November 2002
Skills
.NET, JavaScript, C#, VB.NET, Web Services, C++, Oracle PL/SQL..., Java, JAVA, J2EE, JSP,..., Oracle 8i/9i/10g/11g,..., Spring 3, Struts 2.1..., HTML, DHTML (CSS), XML,..., WebLogic 8.0, IPlanet,..., Apache Axis/Axis2,..., CVV, VSS, Sub Version,..., Bugzilla, Footprints,..., Crystal Reports 11.5,..., Eclipse 3.x, Visual..., Windows..., Requirement Gathering,..., ASP, Troubleshooting, UML, Microsoft SQL Server, Software Project..., Design Patterns, ASP.NET, JBoss Application Server, Java Enterprise Edition, Oracle, Quality Center, Tomcat, Unix, Unix Shell Scripting, Visual Studio, Web Applications, XML
Education
Austin Community College 2003 — 2004
Computer & Information Technology Certification, VB.NET, Oracle 8i, Networking
RVR & JC College of Engineering 1997 — 2001
B.Tech, E.E.E
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2014 - Present
Texas Department of State Health Services August 2012 - June 2014
Texas Department of State Health Services November 2009 - August 2012
Texas Health and Human Services Commission May 2009 - November 2009
Texas Department of State Health Services September 2007 - May 2009
Texas Medical Association July 2002 - June 2007
Children's Medical Center Dallas 1998 - 1999
Children's Medical Center Dallas 1997 - 1998
Skills
Project Management, PMP, Emergency Management, Project Planning, Management, Government, Policy, Quality Management, Program Management, Software Documentation, Quality Assurance, Disaster Recovery, Public Health, Data Analysis, Process Improvement, Analysis, Change Management, Leadership, Training, Healthcare, Business Process..., Program Evaluation, Nonprofits, Team Building, Policy Analysis, Workshop Facilitation, Program Development, Health Policy, Community Outreach, Public Policy, Grants
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2012 — 2013
Certificate
The University of Texas at Austin 2012 — 2013
Graduate Certificate
Texas State University-San Marcos 2005 — 2006
Graduate Certificate
University of North Texas Health Science Center at Fort Worth 1996 — 1997
MPH
University of North Texas 1995 — 1997
MS
Southern Methodist University - Cox School of Business 1981 — 1983
BBA
Texas Health and Human Services Commission August 2015 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture February 2007 - August 2015
Todd Staples for Lt. Governor December 2013 - March 2014
Burson-Marsteller 2005 - 2006
KGTV 2005 - 2005
KSWB 1999 - 2005
KTHV 1996 - 1999
KFSM 1992 - 1996
Skills
Crisis Communications, Media Relations, Strategic Communications, Public Relations, Speech Writing, Leadership, Public Policy, News Writing, Press Releases, Message Development, Public Speaking, Editing, Social Media, Community Development, Spokesperson, Public Affairs, Nonprofits, Newsletters, Internal Communications, Policy Analysis, Broadcast Journalism, Political Consulting, Legislative Relations, Journalism, Fundraising, Corporate Communications, Event Planning, Event Management, Politics, Community Outreach, Web Content, Grassroots Organizing, Political Communication, Political Campaigns, Coalitions, Governmental Affairs, State Government
Education
California State University-Fullerton
Bachelor's Degree, Communications/Broadcast Journalism
Texas House of Representatives April 2012 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture February 2010 - April 2012
Linebarger Goggan Blair & Sampson, LLP August 2005 - January 2010
Texas House of Representatives January 2005 - May 2005
Skills
Public Policy, Public Speaking, Strategic Communications, Non-profits, Public Relations, Policy Analysis
Education
The University of Texas at Austin - The LBJ School of Public Affairs 2007 — 2009
MPA, Non-Profit/Public/Organizational Management
Southwestern University 2001 — 2005
BA, Political Science
Texas Animal Health Commission December 2012 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2010 - December 2012
Schneider,Krugler, Kleinschmidt & Weiser, P.C. April 2008 - September 2010
Education
South Texas College of Law 2004 — 2007
J.D.
Texas A&M University 2000 — 2003
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Agricultural Development
Texas Department of Agriculture November 1968 - November 1982
Skills
Marketing, Budgets, Leadership, Contract Negotiation, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Nonprofits, Fundraising, Customer Service, Real Estate, Business Strategy, Negotiation, Management, Event Planning, Strategy, Non-profits, Small Business, Entrepreneurship, Business Development, Public Relations, Training, Leadership Development, Event Management, Start-ups, Management Consulting, Operations Management, New Business Development, Sales Management, Social Media, Marketing Strategy, Program Management, Mergers & Acquisitions, Sales, Team Leadership, Analysis, Project Management
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1973 — 1976
BBA with Honors, Management
San Antonio College 1967 — 1971
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2012 - Present
Texas Education Agency 2006 - 2011
Arizona State University January 1999 - January 2005
Skills
Project Management, MS Office Suite, Higher Education, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Instructional Design, Training, Program Development, Grant Writing, Staff Development, Coaching, Teaching, Policy Analysis, Community Outreach, Strategic Planning, Research, Data Analysis, Policy, PowerPoint, Non-profits, Leadership Development, Conflict Resolution, Nonprofits, Public Policy, Program Evaluation, Government, Project Planning, Program Management
Education
St. Edward's University 2011 — 2011
PCN 16 2009 — 2010
Arizona State University 2000 — 2005
Doctorate of Education, Education
Arizona State University 1996 — 2005
Master, Education Educational Media and Computers
Texas Department of Agriculture 2011 - Present
Foundation Jalisco December 2008 - January 2010
Education
The Heller School for Social Policy and Management at Brandeis University 2006 — 2008
Master in Sustainable International Development, Development Studies
1998 — 2002
BBA, Business Management
Allergan February 2012 - Present
Baylor University August 2014 - Present
AHP July 2009 - December 2011
Laerdal Medical September 2006 - April 2010
LeTourneau University April 2007 - June 2009
Allergan January 2005 - September 2006
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2004 - August 2004
U.S. House of Representatives August 2001 - August 2003
Skills
Process Improvement, Team Building, Cross-functional Team..., Six Sigma, Customer Service, Operations Management, Microsoft Office, Analysis, Continuous Improvement, Public Speaking
Education
Baylor University - Hankamer School of Business 2003 — 2005
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
The University of Texas at Arlington
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business Administration and Management, General
Land & Ranch Realty, llc 2014 - Present
AgLocal,Inc. 2014 - Present
Miller Gelbvieh June 1998 - Present
TrackingPoint July 2013 - December 2013
AniTrace June 2012 - July 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture 2010 - September 2011
Whole Foods Market 2007 - 2008
ViaGen 2005 - 2007
L & M Ranchwear November 1999 - August 2005
Dell 1998 - 1999
Skills
Procurement, cost analysis, marketing, Natural Resource..., Negotiation, Customer Service, Sales, Purchasing, Product Development, Retail, Cost Benefit, Budgets, Marketing, Strategic Planning, Management, Team Building, Program Management, New Business Development, Marketing Strategy, Leadership
Education
Texas Christian University 1997 — 1998
Certification, Ranch Management
Baylor University
Bachelor of Arts (B.A.), Business Administration and Environmental Studies
Florence High School
Texas Department of Agriculture November 2008 - Present
Education
The University of Texas at Arlington 2003 — 2005
BA, Interdisciplinary Studies
Brookhaven Community College 2000 — 2002
AA, Liberal Arts
Teleperformance, USA August 2010 - March 2011
Operational Technologies May 2010 - August 2010
Texas State University August 2008 - May 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2009 - December 2009
Infosys June 2006 - May 2008
Skills
ASP.NET, Web Applications, Java, SQL, JavaScript, XML, Microsoft SQL Server, C#, C++, AJAX, Web Services, Oracle, Spring, Linux, jQuery, C, PL/SQL, MySQL, Unix, HTML, Agile Methodologies, JSP, Perl, Hibernate
Education
Texas State University-San Marcos 2008 — 2010
Master of Science (MS), Computer Science
Koneru Lakshmaiah College of Engineering
Bachelor of Science (BS), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2015 - Present
Texas Facilities Commission September 2012 - January 2015
Travis County Auditor's Office 1997 - August 2012
Travis County Sheriff's Office 1992 - 1997
Travis County District Attorney's Office 1989 - 1992
Travis County Attorney's Office 1985 - 1989
Education
South Texas College of Law
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
Hire Talent LLC July 2013 - Present
HMT Inc. August 2012 - June 2013
Sweet Leaf Tea January 2010 - June 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2009 - November 2009
St. Edward's University 2007 - 2009
Texas Office of the Governor June 2008 - August 2008
Austin American-Statesman June 2007 - August 2007
D. Hilton Associates 2003 - 2005
Skills
Outlook, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, Social Media Marketing, Project Management, Social Media, Social Networking, Microsoft Word, Editing, Public Relations, Research, Marketing, Microsoft Excel, Recruiting, Event Planning, Public Speaking, Training, Leadership, Fundraising, Strategic Planning, Event Management, Spanish, Sales, Management, Civil Drafting, AutoCAD, Market Research, Analysis, Project Planning, Budgets, Customer Service, Team Building, Team Leadership, Marketing Strategy, Data Analysis
Education
St. Edward's University 2005 — 2009
BBA/BA, International Business and Spanish
The John Cooper School
DIR 2005 - 2015
Webster University May 2005 - May 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2003 - October 2005
Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services April 1993 - June 2003
Skills
Excellent Critical..., Expert Investigator, Excellent Problem..., Microsoft Office, Training, Employee Relations, Employee Training, Performance Management, Workforce Planning, Staff Development, Personnel Management, Policy, Human Resources, FMLA, Benefits Administration, Onboarding, Recruiting, Hiring, Management, Leadership, Program Management, Change Management, Strategic Planning, Government, Employee Benefits, Organizational...
Education
Troy University 1989 — 1991
M.S., Human Resources Management
Catawba College
Bachelor's Degree, Business Administration and Computer Information Systems
Penn State University Department of Risk Management August 2015 - Present
Twin Farms July 2004 - Present
Chesapeake Energy May 2015 - August 2015
Penn State University Department of Agricultural Engineering September 2014 - May 2015
Chesapeake Energy May 2014 - August 2014
The Agricultural Law Resource and Reference Center, Penn State University September 2013 - December 2013
Professor Adam Muchmore, Penn State Law September 2013 - December 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2013 - August 2013
Cattle In Motion October 2010 - May 2012
Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo March 2011 - March 2011
Skills
Editing, Research, Agriculture, Microsoft Word, Public Speaking, Leadership, Teamwork, Social Networking, Microsoft Office, Media Relations, Event Planning, PowerPoint, Social Media, Legal Writing, Legal Research, Microsoft Excel, Facebook, Training, Advertising, Sales, Photoshop, Outlook
Education
Denton High School 2004 — 2008
High School
Pennsylvania State University, The Dickinson School of Law 2012 — 2016
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law
Penn State Smeal MBA Program 2014 — 2016
Master of Business Administration (M.B.A.), Entrepreneurship/ Strategic Leadership
Penn State University 2012 — 2016
J.D./MBA
University of Nebraska College of Law 2013 — 2013
Juris Doctor (J.D.), Law
Texas A&M University 2008 — 2012
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Magna Cum Laude, Agribusiness, 3.71
Texas Workforce Commission June 2012 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture November 2010 - January 2012
Texas Residential Construction Commission December 2003 - August 2010
Skills
Customer Service, Public Speaking, Government, Grants, Strategic Planning, Public Policy, Program Administration
Education
St. Edward's University
BBA, Business and Management
Galloway, Johnson, Tompkins, Burr & Smith, A PLC February 2015 - Present
Law Office of Jacqueline Taylor February 2014 - October 2014
Dan Spjut January 2012 - April 2012
Federal Judge John D. Rainey June 2011 - August 2011
Honorable Judge David Farr March 2011 - June 2011
Memorial Hermann Sports Medicine January 2010 - July 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2009 - December 2009
Texas Senate January 2009 - July 2009
Skills
Legal Writing, Event Planning, Legal Research, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Research, Westlaw, Editing, Legislation, Outlook, Legislative Relations, Mediation, Fundraising, Public Speaking, Nonprofits
Education
South Texas College of Law 2010 — 2013
Juris Doctorate, Law
Texas A&M University 2004 — 2008
Business, Sport Management
Texas School Safety Center at Texas State University July 2013 - Present
Pflugerville ISD May 2007 - July 2013
Austin Independent School District April 2004 - May 2007
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2000 - January 2004
Texas Division of Emergency Management May 1992 - December 1999
Skills
Emergency Management, School Safety, Emergency Planning, Journalism, News Writing, Writing News Releases, Public Information, Disaster Response, Disaster Recovery, Program Development, NIMS, Research, Teaching, Community Outreach, Public Speaking, Staff Development, Grant Writing, Program Management, Media Relations, Instructional Design
Education
Anna Maria College 2010 — 2012
Masters, Emergency Management
University of Missouri-Columbia 1974 — 1978
Bachelor of Journalism, News Editorial
Karnes County National Bank May 2015 - Present
Advocare March 2007 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture February 2009 - August 2011
USDA July 2007 - February 2009
Skills
Agriculture, Marketing, People Skills, People-oriented, Education, Training, PowerPoint, Customer Service
Education
Texas A&M University-Kingsville 2004 — 2007
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agriculture, General/Education
Coastal Bend College 2003 — 2004
None, Agriculture, General
Texas Department of Agriculture 2015 - Present
Dell Finanial Services July 2011 - February 2013
Dell February 2006 - May 2009
Excel Finance August 2002 - November 2005
Sun Loan Company August 1998 - August 2002
Skills
Microsoft Excel, Financial Reporting, Microsoft Office, General Ledger, Accounting, Customer Service, Public Speaking, Accounts Receivable, Leadership, Access, Call Centers, Invoicing, Change Management, Process Improvement, Research, Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Finance, Analysis
Education
Austin Community College 2013 — 2015
Associate of Arts and Sciences (A.A.S.), Business Administration and Management, General
Austin Community College 2012 — 2014
Associate applied science management, Business Management Degree
Rackspace, the #1 managed cloud company June 2014 - Present
Texas Center for Reproductive Acupuncture July 2013 - February 2015
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine 2011 - April 2013
Texas Quarter Horse Assn October 2007 - April 2011
Texas Department of Agriculture December 2006 - September 2007
Skills
Nutrition, Public Speaking, Wellness, Holistic Health, Pain Management, Stress Management, Acupuncture, Chinese Herbal Medicine, Traditional Chinese..., Alternative Medicine, Nutritional Counseling, Chronic Illness, Herbal, Cupping
Education
AOMA Graduate School of Integrative Medicine 2010 — 2013
M.Ac.OM., Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine
Colorado State University 1997 — 2001
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2007 - Present
Texas Commission on Environmental Quality April 2005 - June 2007
Education
Angelo State University 2001 — 2003
MPA
San Miguel Management, LP December 2013 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2012 - November 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture November 2011 - October 2012
Integrated Human Capital December 2010 - October 2011
Texas State Library and Archives Commission June 2009 - July 2010
Cushman & Wakefield Oxford Commercial September 2006 - May 2009
Skills
Public Speaking, Microsoft Office, Research, Customer Service, Budgets, Management, Strategic Planning
Education
Mary Baldwin College 1997 — 2001
BA, Psychology
Beck Funeral Home November 2012 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture June 1978 - August 2011
Skills
Marketing Communications, Event Planning, Media Relations, Press Releases, Strategic Communications, Fundraising, Team Building, Strategic Planning, Public Speaking
Education
Commonwealth Institute of Funeral Service 2013 — 2014
Certificate in Funeral Directing, Funeral Director, With Honors
Southwest Texas State University 1973 — 1976
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Business, Management, Marketing, and Related Support Services
Central Texas College 1971 — 1973
Associate Degree in General Education, General Studies
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2015 - Present
TDA Food & Nutrition June 2015 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture February 2013 - May 2015
Army Airforce Exchange Service AAFES August 2005 - June 2009
PRGX November 1995 - August 2005
Skills
Public Speaking, Preaching, Internal Audit, Financial Accounting, Financial Audits, Accounts Payable, Account Reconciliation, Problem Solving, Workshop Facilitation, Strategic Planning, Customer Service, Accounting, 10 Key, Analysis, Data Entry, Invoicing, Research, Community Outreach, Microsoft Office, Nonprofits
Education
McCormick Theological Seminary 2010 — 2012
Master of Arts (M.A.), Christian Studies
Dallas Baptist University 1993 — 1995
Bachelor of Applied Science (BASc), Business Administration and Management, General
Temple College 1988 — 1990
Associate in Applied Science, Business and Office Practices
Apple January 2014 - Present
Apple July 2013 - January 2014
Samsung Austin Semiconductor November 2010 - June 2013
JYC International, Inc. January 2010 - October 2010
AMD June 2009 - September 2009
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2009 - August 2009
Texas State Preservation Board September 2008 - December 2008
SaleAMP, Inc. June 2008 - August 2008
Skills
Cost Management, SAP, Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Inventory Management, Loss Prevention, Process Improvement, Project Planning, Management, Semiconductors, Mandarin, Cantonese, Operations Management, E-commerce, Customer Service, Project Management, Team Management, Strategic Planning, Budgets, Oracle, QuickBooks, Purchasing, Supply Chain, Strategic Sourcing, Materials Management, Forecasting, Sourcing
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 2006 — 2010
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Logistics, Materials, and Supply Chain Management, Overall GPA: 3.47, Major GPA: 3.83
National University of Singapore / NUS 2007 — 2007
Global Marketing, Business and Social Networks
Texas Department of Agriculture July 2015 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2007 - Present
Region 10 ESC 2004 - 2006
Rockwall ISD 1999 - 2000
Boles Children's Home, Inc. 1987 - 1999
T.G.&Y. Stores 1978 - 1982
Skills
Budgets, Community Outreach, Customer Service, Event Planning, Food, Food Safety, Health Promotion, Nonprofits, Nutrition, Nutrition Education, Nutritional Counseling, Policy, Public Speaking, Research, Staff Development, Strategic Planning, Team Building, Teaching
Education
Oklahoma Christian University 1975 — 1978
Bachelor of Science, Business Administration
Texas Department of Agriculture September 1998 - Present
Roeder Ranch 1992 - Present
Texas A&M University August 1996 - September 1998
Education
Angelo State University 1992 — 1996
Undergrad, Animal Science
Texas Department of Agriculture January 2006 - March 2010
Texas Department of Agriculture September 2001 - December 2005
Solo Practitioner March 1996 - August 2001
Richey & Young, P.C. October 1992 - February 1996
Skills
Litigation, Claims, Insurance, Compliance, Legal Research, Policy, Hearings, Depositions, Government
Education
St. Mary's University School of Law 1984 — 1987
Doctor of Law (J.D.)
San Francisco State University 1976 — 1978
BA Business Administration
St. Jude Medical July 2015 - Present
Texas General Land Office, Texas Veterans Land Board Division August 2013 - January 2015
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2010 - July 2013
Sears Holdings Corporation September 2008 - July 2010
University of North Texas - Student Money Management Center July 2007 - July 2008
University of North Texas - Vice President for Student Development July 2005 - July 2007
Collin County Community College March 2004 - July 2005
Richardson Public Library October 2003 - March 2004
United States Navy August 1999 - August 2003
Skills
Analysis, Policy, Leadership, Program Management, Management, Business Analysis, Auditing, Budgets, Microsoft Excel, MS Excel Pivot Tables, Data Analysis, SAP Business Software, Data Integrity, Training, Microsoft Office, Databases, Access, Business Process..., CRM, Process Improvement, Project Management, Microsoft Word, Project Planning, Presentation Development, Presentation Skills, Marketing, Marketing Strategy, Purchasing, Customer Service..., Software Documentation, Software, Veterans, Customer Service, Veterans Benefits, Written Communication, English Grammar, Grammar, Spelling, Military Leadership, Committees, Committee Liaison
Education
University of North Texas 2005 — 2008
Bachelor’s Degree, Business Administration, 3.5 GPA
Collin County Community College 2003 — 2005
Associate’s Degree, General Business, 3.75 GPA
TOXFACTOR Toxicology Consulting September 2011 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2005 - August 2011
Texas Department of Agriculture April 1990 - May 2005
New York State Department of Health Center for Environmental Health 1987 - 1990
Department of Pharmacology and Toxicology, Albany Medical College 1983 - 1987
Education
V.P. Chest Institute, University of Delhi 1970 — 1974
Ph.D., Medical Biochemistry/Toxicology
Department of Biochemistry, M.S. University of Baroda 1968 — 1970
M.Sc., Biochemistry/Advanced Human Nutrition
University of Kerala 1959 — 1963
B.Sc., Chemistry/Organic Chemistry
Texas State Preservation Board June 2007 - Present
Internal Revenue Service January 2006 - Present
USDA-AMS-Market News October 2011 - December 2011
Weight Watchers June 2002 - November 2004
Texas Department of Agriculture July 1976 - June 2002
Education
Angelo State University 1969 — 1973
BS, Elementary Education
Hereford High School 1965 — 1969
Texas A&M AgriLife Extension Service September 2013 - Present
Hutto ISD August 2001 - Present
Texas Education Agency 1992 - 2001
Texas Department of Agriculture 1983 - 1992
Skills
Special Education, Literacy, Teacher Training, Tutoring, Educational Technology, Classroom, Curriculum Design, 21st Century Skills, Staff Development
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1982 — 1984
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Home Economics Education
Angelo State University 1979 — 1982
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts March 2012 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture December 2005 - December 2011
Education
South Plains College 1992 — 1993
Liberal Arts
Angelo State University 1990 — 1991
Liberal Arts
PDQ Manufacturing August 1999 - September 2003
Texas Department of Agriculture April 1995 - July 1999
Education
Bates Technical College 2010 — 2012
AAS Database Technology, Database Management/Development and Software Development, 3.99
Texas Department of Agriculture November 2010 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture, Pesticide Lab October 2008 - November 2010
Pathfinder Environmental and Safety Services August 2007 - November 2008
Aqua-Tech Laboratories February 1997 - August 2007
Skills
Data Analysis, Quality Assurance, Environmental Science, Environmental Awareness, Analytical Chemistry, Project Management, Process Improvement, Strategic Planning, Environmental Compliance, ISO 17025, Chromatography, Mass Spectrometry, Quality Auditing, Analytical Methods..., Team Building, Leadership, Event Planning
Education
Texas A&M University
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Bioenvoronmental Science - Chemistry
Blinn College
Associate of Science (A.S.), Chemistry
CHB Consulting, Inc. January 2003 - Present
CHB Consulting, Inc. January 2003 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture December 1988 - January 2003
Skills
Public Policy, Public Speaking, Strategic Planning, Nonprofits, International Trade, Fundraising, Public Relations, Customer Service, Strategic Communications
Education
Sam Houston State University 1971 — 1973
Bachelor of Science (BS), Agriculture Education
Texas Health and Human Services Commission March 2015 - Present
Texas Health and Human Services Commission November 2014 - March 2015
Texas Department of Assistive and Rehabilitative Services July 2013 - November 2014
Health and Human Services Commission January 2012 - July 2013
Texas Department of Agriculture October 2012 - December 2012
Texas Department of Rural Affairs May 2006 - September 2012
Skills
Budgets, Program Management, Microsoft Excel, Outlook, Nonprofits, Access, Microsoft Office, Community Outreach, Microsoft Word
Education
Huston-Tillotson University 1988 — 1990
Austin Community College
City of Farmers Branch July 2012 - October 2014
Texas Department of Agriculture May 2009 - July 2012
Farmers Branch Municipal Court March 2008 - August 2008
Hempstead Village Court March 2003 - August 2007
Westbury Village Court February 2000 - March 2003
Entergy Corporation April 1981 - November 1992
Skills
Government, Community Outreach, Local Government
Education
Westbury High High School, Westbury, NY 1974 — 1978
Hofstra University
Administrative Assistant Courses
University of Texas
Court Administrative Courses
Texas Department of Agriculture
Skills
Government, Public Policy, Policy, Strategic Planning, Auditing
Education
The University of Texas at Austin 1973 — 1975
Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA), Accounting and Finance
Pennsylvania State University-Penn State Beaver 1971 — 1973
Associate's degree, Accounting and Finance
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2014 - Present
DSHS - Central Office March 2013 - May 2014
DSHS - Central Office May 2012 - March 2013
AnalySys Laboratories 2006 - 2008
AnalySys Laboratories 2006 - 2008
Skills
Technical Writing, Auditing, Account Reconciliation, Bank Reconciliation, Grant Monitoring, Internal Audit, Drafting Policies, Compliance, Financial Analysis
Education
Austin Community College 2010 — 2013
CPA Post-Graduate Certificate, Accounting
Texas A&M University 2002 — 2004
Bachelor of Science (B.S.), Soil Science and Agronomy, General
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts 2009 - Present
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts 2008 - 2009
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts 2007 - 2008
Texas Attorney General 2006 - 2007
Texas Department of Agriculture 2005 - 2006
Skills
Legal Writing, Legal Research, Government, Policy, Public Policy, Policy Analysis, Administrative Law, Litigation, Legislative Relations, Legislation
Education
Southern Methodist University 1993 — 1996
Juris Doctor (J.D.)
University of Texas at Austin 1988 — 1992
Bachelor's Degree
Grant Thornton LLP July 2015 - Present
Texas Department of Agriculture March 2015 - July 2015
Texas Department of State Health Services April 2013 - March 2015
Texas Department of State Health Services November 2012 - March 2013
Texas Comptroller of Public Accounts November 2010 - October 2012
Education
Austin Community College 2011 — 2013
Professional Accountant Certificate
Texas A&M University-Corpus Christi 2006 — 2009
Bachelor of Business Administration (B.B.A.), Finance
Texas Department of Agriculture June 2015 - Present
Education
West Texas A&M University 2014 — 2016
Bachelor’s Degree, Agribusiness
Northeastern Oklahoma A&M College 2013 — 2014
Associate’s Degree, Agriculture