2012 Local Government Resume Resource Book

Emerging Local Government Leaders Network http://elgl.org

Thank you for reviewing the Oregon Emerging Local Government Leaders Network (ELGL) Resume Book! This publication is produced free-of-charge to hiring organizations. ELGL encourages those seeking professional employment with Oregon local governments to submit their resumes for inclusion in this book.

What is the ELGL Resume Book? ELGL received an incredible response to its First Annual Call for Resumes. Several people inquired whether currently employed professionals can submit a resume. The answer is yes. The Call for Resumes is an ideal time to update your resume and have it seen by cities, counties, special districts, states, and recruiting firms who might be hiring. More than 70 organizations are on the distribution list for resumes!

How Were Resumes Submitted? The Call for Resumes directed people to update their resumes and submit them along with three bullet points on their local government focus and any relevant experience.

What is ELGL? The Emerging Local Government Leaders (ELGL) group is a growing network of local government professionals who meet regularly to discuss topics of interest; share knowledge and information; and support one another in their career aspirations in public service.

Who is a member of ELGL? ELGL is comprised of more than 300 local government professionals, in the early to middle stages of their government careers, from city managers to management analysts. Over sixty governmental entities are represented, including graduate students from Portland State University, Washington State University, and Willamette University. The overarching goal of the group is to address the issue of mentoring the next generation of local government leaders. An active listserv, monthly luncheons, and our website are some of the communication tools our network utilizes.

What is ELGL’s mission? The mission of ELGL is to enhance communication between emerging and experienced government professionals; provide for professional advancement in the field by identifying employment opportunities and through targeted training and education; and support the advancement of professional local government management.

How can I learn more about ELGL? Contact us at [email protected] to join, or look for us on your favorite social media site:

Aaron O’Donnell – Portland, Oregon • MPA program specialization in Local Government Administration • Relevant coursework: Local government administration related classes, emergency management, public budgeting, comparative studies of U.S., international regional and local governments • Public sector work experience in dealing with technical and complex issues, project planning and execution, issue research for providing recommendations, budgetary and supervisory matters.

Adam Lincoln – Seattle, Washington • Conducting research and analysis of bills and proposed legislation. • Writing memos for the Senior Policy Analyst and Senator Brown. • Aiding with outreach to advocates and constituents to relay policy positions.

Aimee Higby – Portland, Oregon • Master of Public Administration in Global Leadership & Management and Local Government • Local Government Focus: Worked with a local NGO and currently employed by PPS, the largest school district in the NW. • Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, FileMaker Pro, SPSS software

Aleksandra Janjic – Ithaca, New York • Interested in opportunities that focus on economic development initiatives of the local, regional, state and/or federal government at the policy level • Interested in the opportunities that provide infrastructure, housing and/or real estate development at the program level • Experienced in advanced and current city planning for a local government

Andre Lipinski – Portland, Oregon • Public sector management and budget professional seeking employment in local government finance. • Completed USC Master of Public Administration program and Management Review of Portland Development Commission (May 2011). • Good knowledge of Oregon’s property tax system, Tax Increment Financing in Oregon, and public sector economics concepts.

Andrew Clark – Seattle, WA • Focused on social policy, data analysis, financial analysis, and budgeting. • Master in Public Administration from the Evans School at the University of Washington with a concentration in Social Policy. • Professional experience as a data coordinator, consultant, and research assistant.

Ashley Graff - Lawrence, Kansas • Capable and driven community education and non‐profit management professional who specializes in organizing people and resources. • A talented writer and fluent Spanish speaker, she also has broad experience in the areas of program administration; contract management; adult and K‐12 education; budgeting and billing; hiring, training and supervising; program promotion, evaluation and reporting; resource development; and marketing and communications. • The 2011 recipient of the KU Harry Nalbandian Award for Public Service is seeking a June 2012 position working for a public organization in the areas of education, sustainability or community engagement and hopes to gain further administrative experience. Christina Franc - Richton Park, Illinois • Self‐motivated and results driven professional. • Superior ability to coordinate and perform several projects simultaneously. • Stern work ethic and impeccable organizational skills.

Cooper Whitman – The Dalles, Oregon • Communications ‐ Managed city’s website and social media presence (The Dalles) • Policy Analysis and Development ‐ Developed social media policy for City Council approval (The Dalles) • Program Coordination and Evaluation ‐ Coordinated The Dalles Main Street Program in its beginning stages (The Dalles)

Elisa Hamblin – Portland, Oregon • Local government planner with 5 years’ experience in long‐range planning and public involvement in both suburban, and urban communities • Areas of expertise include: land use planning, project management, policy development, public involvement, research, analysis, and collaborative processes • Education includes Bachelors and Masters degrees in Urban Planning and is currently seeking AICP certification

Erin O’Reilly – Portland, Oregon • Masters of Public Administration with a focus on Natural Resource Policy Issues • Coursework in Human Resource Management, Public Budgeting, Financial Management, Administrative Law, Public Policy, Administrative Theory, and SPSS Statistical Analysis • Relevant work experience in Public Affairs/Communications and Public Policy

Greta Ossman – Sacramento, CA • 10 years of practical experience in grant and nonprofit administration, financial analysis, cost accounting, benchmarking, collaborative project and event management. • Organizational experience in municipal government, commercial enterprise, nonprofit and nonprofit public benefit organizations. • Masters in Public Policy and Administration (2009) and Business Administration, Marketing and Communications (1994)(California State University, Sacramento); Grant Management Certificate in Federal Grants.

James Hanseling – Salem, Oregon • Currently the internal audit intern at the Oregon Department of Administrative Services • Looking to continue a career in the public sector as an auditor or other positions which match my skills and abilities • Currently an MBA candidate at Willamette University, graduating in May of this year

Jean Fike – Portland, Oregon • Broad experience including reporting to an elected board, developing new policy options & building programs, working collaboratively with a wide variety of partner organizations. • Subject area experience includes both conservation and familiarity with more traditional resource management issues (farming and forestry contexts). Often able to bridge these constituencies. • On the conservation side, greatest depth of expertise is in biodiversity (species and habitat) conservation. Have worked at the site, local and regional scale on reserve design and prioritization. Also have good understanding of invasive species issues, threats and control strategies as well as grounding in water quality protection strategies. Jennifer Lewis – Beaverton, Oregon • Master’s in Public Administration candidate at Portland State University with a Local Government Concentration. Class work including but not limited to: budgeting, local government administration, human resources, analytical methods, and labor negotiations. • 5 years of legislative experience studying, changing and creating policies and statutes surrounding: transportation, education, revenue structures, and economic development. • Professional, managerial experience in press communications and advocacy work.

Jessica Struyk – Troutdale, Oregon • Masters in Public Administration with concentration in local government (expected graduation in June 2012). Course work in public finance, labor relations, strategic planning and intergovernmental relations. • Background in legal field with experience in case management, confidential records administration and extensive written communication. • Diverse experience in municipal government organizations including budget preparation, economic development analysis, community marketing research and program development.

Jerry Osa Eguakun - Lavergne, Tennessee • Worked with District 1V Community Resources Coordinator and Employment Specialist in daily implementation of offenders probation/parole tasks • Assisted with pre and post‐diagnostic test for General Equivalency Development (GED) Adult Literacy Program • Participated and monitored offenders’ “Thinking for a Change” classes that emphasized Cognitive Self‐ Change, Social Skills and Problem‐Solving Skills

Josephine Selvakumar – Owings Mill, Maryland • Creative and experienced urban planner and architect with one‐year experience in planning and one‐year experience in architecture. Having rich experience in research work, quantitative analysis, planning and development works. Excellent presentation, collaborative skills, resulting in good client satisfaction. • Expert in data collection, researched green construction industry, statistical analysis, zoning, land development and geographical information systems (GIS). • Experienced in creating community profiles, producing Performa, researched various public spaces and done several field works.

Josh Jones – Fort Collins, Colorado • Serves as project manager, performs management analyses, and supervises interns/volunteers. • Responsible for advising Executive Leadership Team on issues such as employee recognition and motivation, reorganizing supervisory structures, and legislative policy. • Charged with coordinating several key recruitments in the City Manager’s Office, evaluating business proposals, and creating a City Council communications policy.

Kevin Knutson – Reno, Nevada • ICMA Credentialed Manager • Strategic planning, budget, performance management, quality management, and communications expert. • 3CMA's 2011 Communicator of the Year LaShonda Smith - Rowland Heights, California • As an Intern, I assist Mid‐Management, Department Heads or City Executives by providing administrative and technical support in planning, budgeting, analysis, organizing, monitoring and coordination of various assignments and/or projects. • As an Intern, I interact with the public, city staff, elected official, committee members, representatives of other organizations and businesses. • MPA Graduate of California Polytechnic University, Pomona in December 2011

Laura Braithwaite – Salem, Oregon • Dedicated to public service, seeking a career in government administration • Experienced in team leadership and process improvement with a record of exceeding performance goals • Thorough knowledge of all Microsoft Office products, Minitab, and SAP

Laurie Boyce - Aurora, Oregon • Distributed the Water Resource Standing Committee minutes and agendas • Ability to research, interpret, prepare and maintain a variety of information and documents requiring knowledge of specific program requirements and terminology • Updated and maintained Policy and Procedure Manual on a timely basis

Lesley Barewin - Portland, Oregon • Dedicated to working in the public health and planning sector of government to promote policies and programs to increase access to human scale transportation, physical activity and nutrition in the community. • Experience working in multi‐modal transportation planning, with a focus in increasing bicycle, pedestrian and transit access, especially for minority and disadvantaged communities. • Strong communication and coordination skills. I have successfully managed and written grants for local government to obtain state and regional funds for active transportation projects.

Louise Eichhorn - Hollister, California • Graduating this year with a Master in Business Administration, Bachelor of Science in Recreation Administration with a minor in Business Administration • 25 years’ experience working in government: Finance (Utility Billing & Collections), Public Works (Water, Sewer, Streets) and Parks & Recreation • Budgeting, Finance, Audits, Human Resource, Report Writing, Research Analysis, Fleet Management, Contract Administration

Marissa Daniels – Tigard, Oregon • Over five years of local government work experience, with specific expertise in urban planning, public involvement, and sustainability. • Reputation as an urban planner with a special ability in outreach and public involvement who values collaboration, equity, and community livability. • Holds an MBA in Sustainable Business and undergraduate degree in Environmental Science with an emphasis in Planning. Max Bernstein – Portland, Oregon • Focus involves local government, currently serving in an intern/project manager capacity for the City of Portland’s Office of Neighborhood Involvement. • Recent graduate of Portland State Universities’ Hatfield School of Government, obtaining a Masters in Public Administration (MPA). • Short and long‐term goals include acquiring full‐time employment with a local government entity.

Megan Messmer – Portland, Oregon • Masters in Public Administration specializing in local government management to be completed in June 2012. Courses in public budgeting, advanced public budgeting concepts, strategic planning, local government administration, human resources management, public finance, intergovernmental relations, public contract management, and Oregon land use law. • Experience in several small municipal government organizations including budget preparation, community development, human resources, and records management. Worked with the League of Oregon Cities to develop the Hometown Voices program. • Actively engaged in the local Oregon professional networks for local government management through attending conferences, workshops, informational meetings, and small cities regional meetings.

Melanie Purcell – Palo Alto, California • Over 18 years of government finance and management experience specializing in: • Strategic budgeting‐ designing collaborative and creative methods for stretching resources in constrained environments; forecasting and long‐term planning for financial stability • Human and financial resources management, employee relations, and organizational design and development communications and engagement with employees and citizens

Michelle Bixler – Eugene, Oregon • Creative problem solver with background in analysis, evaluation, development and grant writing. • Knowledgeable, skilled and experienced in cultivating relationships with diverse populations through coursework in deliberative democracy, community engagement and conflict resolution, as well as two internships with local governments. • Demonstrated management and leadership abilities throughout professional, educational and auxiliary activities, as well as specific coursework in management practices and theory.

Moses Eben - Huntsville, Alabama • Highly capable of analyzing existing systems and processes to devise notable enhancements. • Strong communications skills and facilitation skills with people of all levels and roles. • Superb in organization, detail orientation and time management in all situations.

Philip Colombo – Portland, Oregon • Talented and creative communicator skilled at developing concepts into understandable messages for diverse audiences. • Efficient and effective manager experienced at leading fellow workers in achieving corporate goals and objectives and coordinating the efforts of multiple stakeholders toward a common objective. • Hardworking, dedicated asset to any organization with a passion for community involvement. Randy Evans – Portland, Oregon • Economic development professional focusing on entrepreneurship and small business development • Economic impact and modeling experience • Digital Marketing Strategies Certificate from Portland State University in 2011

Robert Miller – Reno, Nevada • Responsible for the Development of a $330.5 million budget • Responsible for developing Capital Improvement Program budget recommendations to City Council • Responsible for developing the Redevelopment Agency Annual Budget

Ryan Kinsella – Portland, Oregon • Current Management Analyst and Elections Officer for City of Portland with a MPA from the University of Washington's Evans School of Public Affairs • Background in budget development, financial analysis and administration of local elections • Particular interest in policy analysis and program evaluation

Shelley LaBarre – Portland, Oregon • Thirteen years of experience in local government and public service through professional employment, volunteerism, and academic endeavors. • Master of Public Administration (MPA‐ 2010) focused on efficacious community service with a specialization in local government strategic planning, program management/evaluation, public engagement, and performance measurement/management. • Dedication to upholding ethical public service and high professional standards.

Stephen Bechler – Middleton, Wisconsin • From a young age, I longed to find a way to turn a strong motivation to serve others into a career. Local government has provided me with an avenue to do just that, and I feel privileged to have the opportunity to go to work every day to do what I love. • I completed my Master of Public Administration degree at Portland State University. Coursework in land use and public contract management, which supplemented the traditional core in administrative law, policy, administration, and analytic methods, has formed a strong foundation on which to base my professional development. • After completing my coursework at Portland State, I returned home to Wisconsin, where I serve as Administrative Intern in the City of Middleton. It is incredibly rewarding work that has given me the chance to work closely with an experienced City Administrator while honing my analytic and correspondence skills.

Steven Montano – Orange County, California • Owner and principal of Forward Azimuth Consulting, specializing in strategic business planning, financial analysis and administration, public policy and research, and facilitating change management for government organizations in the western United States and beyond. • Forward Azimuth Consulting helps government organizations fulfill the promise of benefiting their citizenry in the most economical and efficient manner possible while achieving greater support from their stakeholders. • Began career in public finance at the United States Office of Management Budget as an Appropriations Bill Tracker intern responsible for preparing and disseminating the President’s position on appropriation actions taken by the Congress. Susanna Williams – Oak Island, North Carolina • Develop emerging leaders and promote team initiatives to collaborate with cross‐department and agency stakeholders to drive achievement of shared municipal goals and objectives. • Research, develop, and implement process enhancements for talent acquisition and retention to improve diversity and inclusion within municipal governments. • Develop processes to overcome challenges inherent in managing public programs and services with limited resources.

Tracy Mehoke – Portland, Oregon • Communication and Information Management ‐ One of my goals for local government is to promote or create communication channels used to assist administrative information policy decisions and public involvement initiatives. • Cultivation of Global Citizenship ‐ Even on the level of local government, it is important to develop an environment of global awareness beyond the immediate local context. Student exchanges, business connections, sister‐city partnerships, and other cross‐cultural programs can all benefit local interests while increasing international understanding. • Local Investments: Education and Resources ‐ A wise assessment of a locality's resources, particularly with respect to education, natural resources, and energy use, are vital to guiding strategic investment for long‐term growth. Particularly, I view education not just as a means of raising test scores and property values, but for cultivating livable communities and investing in local human capital.

Aaron O’Donnell 7165 SW Ivy Ln. #42 | Portland OR 97225 | 503-998-1699 | [email protected]

A Career Focus on Service in Local Government  MPA program specialization in Local Government Administration  Relevant coursework: Local government administration related classes, emergency management, public budgeting, comparative studies of U.S., international regional and local governments  Public sector work experience in dealing with technical and complex issues, project planning and execution, issue research for providing recommendations, budgetary and supervisory matters.

Education Master of Public Administration (MPA) Portland State University, Portland OR

B.S., Political Science Portland State University, Portland OR

Work Experience Oregon Department of Fish and Wildlife (Salem, OR) 2/2010 – Present Manager: Darryl Mann, 503-947-6000

Information Systems Specialist 3

 Provide technical assistance to agency staff, vendors and contractors, and public via telephone, e-mail, and in-person.  Research complex and technical issues to provide concise and accurate recommendations for action on a variety of agency information technology needs, prepare documentation of technical procedures, policies, and other job-related policies and practices. Required to stay current on state policies, information technology and computing security best practices.  Participate in agency-wide technology-related project planning and management in a variety of roles, from primary, backup, and support.

City of Banks, Oregon 9/2009 – 12/2009 Manager: Jim Hough, City Manager, 503-324-5112

PSU MPA Program Organizational Experience (aka, “509 Project”)  Performed organization analysis to create a Reduced Workforce Capacity Plan for city to prepare for H1N1 flu pandemic, designed as an update to existing Banks All-Hazard Emergency Operations Plan. Prepared research material and plan documents, provided an analysis as well as recommendations for future partnerships with Banks-area local government. Prepared presentation of research, findings, and recommendations to Banks City Council.  Researched and prepared report identifying potential sources of grant money for use in obtaining Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs) for use in city buildings.

Portland State University 7/2002 – 2/2010 Manager: Jim Tuggle, 503-725-4357

Desktop Support Technician, Student Coordinator (Team Lead)

 Provided technical assistance to PSU faculty, staff, students via telephone, e-mail, in-person. Assisted customers with technology problems, purchasing decision-making, IT policies, serving as point of contact and go-between for senior staff and customers when dealing with escalated/time sensitive/complex issues.  As student coordinator, responsible for assisting manager in employment decisions including reviewing resumes, conducting interviews, and hiring decisions. Served as team lead worker, responsible for scheduling, training of new employees and for assisting in their supervision.

Oregon Legislative Assembly 1/2005 – 3/2005 Supervisor: State Representative Mary Nolan, 503-986-1436

Intern

 Researched and prepared report on state lottery systems, lottery funds sharing ratios.  Performed filing of bills and laws, correspondence, and other material for Rep. Nolan. Categorized, researched, and prepared material on constituent requests.  Conducted other research, duties as directed by Rep. Nolan, legislative assistants.

Professional and Community Affiliations Raleigh Water District – Board Member (2005-Present, Chair 2009-Present)

Public Administration Student Association at Portland State University – Co-Chair

Recipient of 2010 PSU “Award of Achievement in Outstanding Community Service”

American Society for Public Administration - Member Adam R. Lincoln

1015 W. Nickerson Apt. 337 Seattle, WA 98119 (509) 842-4037 – Mobile [email protected]

EDUCATION

M.P.A. University of Washington Evans School of Public Affairs

B.A. Western Washington University Political Science

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

1/12-Present Washington State Senate Majority Leader Lisa Brown

Policy Intern Conducting research and analysis of bills and proposed legislation. Writing memos for the Senior Policy Analyst and Senator Brown. Aiding with outreach to advocates and constituents to relay policy positions.

3/08-9/08 Thomas Roberts, DDS

Administrative Assistant Filed and preauthorized insurance claims for patients, scheduled patients appointments, and utilized dental office software, and observed several procedures.

1/08-3/08 Argo Strategies (Political consulting firm)

Administrative Assistant Prepared tax forms (1099’s) for various clients, aided the company owner with updating marketing materials, and updated client financial information for their campaign databases.

6/07-12/07 Washington State University Division of Governmental Studies and Services

Research Assistant Analyzed survey data for Oregon Department of Transportation human resources survey. Conducted surveys for Washington State Patrol regarding public opinion of WSP. Collected data for a county hazardous material study to determine amounts of hazardous materials present. Collected data for a project to determine the reliability of the victim notification system in Washington State. Conducted data entry and analysis with SPSS for a poverty reduction survey. Conducted data entry and analysis of surveys for a project regarding poverty in low population municipalities in Washington State.

1/07-5/07 Washington State Senator Chris Marr

Legislative Aide Helped constituents with casework, including writing letters, returning emails, and phone calls to constituents who contacted Senator Marr. Researched and tracked the Senator’s bills to ensure that they progressed through the legislature, held meetings with various lobbyists, and managed Senator Marr’s interns.

8/06-11/06 Senate Democratic Campaign Committee

Field Organizer: Chris Marr for State Senate Campaign Managed volunteers for a variety of campaign needs including doorbelling and voter contact. Personally contacted voters through doorbelling and phone calls. Organized various canvassing efforts for the campaign. Worked closely with both the candidate and campaign manager. Utilized various databases.

OTHER ACTIVITIES

Board member for Washington State Smile Partners.

Researcher for JADA paper with Dr. Greg King at University of Washington School of Dentistry. Published in October 2010.

Intern for Washington State University Division of Governmental Studies and Services.

REFERENCES

Senator Lisa Brown: Washington State Senate Majority Leader. [email protected], (360) 786-7604

Marcus Riccelli: Senior Policy Advisor at Senate Majority Leader Lisa Brown. [email protected], (509) 879-7805

Dorothy Bullitt: Distinguished Visiting Practitioner at Evans School of Public Affairs, University of Washington. [email protected], (206) 221- 4565 AIMEEN.HIGBY 2758 SE 52nd Ave Apt. J Portland, OR 97206 U.S. Citizen [email protected] 503. 954. 6263

EDUCATION

PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY – Portland, OR September 2010 – Present Hatfield School of Government Master of Public Administration in Global Leadership & Management and Local Government  Expected Graduation: 12/2013, GPA: 3.67  Skill Development Courses: Policy Analysis Research, Managing Public Projects, Analytical Methods, Economics of Public Policy Analysis, Administrative Law and Policy Implementation  Local Government Focus: Worked with a local NGO and currently employed by PPS, the largest school district in the NW. Work with local road race events to fundraise for Franklin High School athletic programs.

COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY – New York, NY September 2002 – December 2006 Bachelor of Arts in European History, minor in Political Science  NCAA Division I Athlete: Cross Country, Indoor Track & Outdoor Track

PROFESSIONALEXPERIENCE

PORTLAND PUBLIC SCHOOLS – Portland, OR August 2009 – Present Franklin High School Co-Head Women’s Soccer Coach and Assistant Track & Field Coach  Develop training programs, workouts, and game plans, and work individually with athletes to set goals and implement a plan to achieve them  Manage program finances

KEY BANK – Portland, OR November 2009 – Present Bank Teller  Responsible for conducting account transactions, developing and maintaining client relationships, resolving client problems quickly and efficiently, and handling confidential information discreetly  Awards: Oregon District Teller of the Month (May 2010), Oregon District Teller of the Month Runner-Up (January 2011)

HEALTH ADVOCACY SOLUTION – Portland, OR October 2009 – January 2010 Development Intern  Assisted in planning, organizing and implementing the Portland Medicare Workshop

DAEGU METROPOLITAN OFFICE OF EDUCATION – Taegu, South Korea September 2007 – September 2008 English Instructor  Taught conversational English to children in grades one through six  Created lesson plans, administered tests, and provided one-on-one help to students in need  Assisted with logistics and coordination of annual Daegok Summer English Camp

HUMAN RIGHTS WATCH – New York, NY September 2006 – December 2006 Human Resources Intern  Maintained personnel files and employee database, assisted with new hire orientation

TECHNICALSKILLS

 Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint, FileMaker Pro, SPSS software

ACTIVITIES&INTERESTS

 Interests: Running, sports, fashion, making the perfect poached egg CurriculumVitae Aleksandra Janjic

116 Stewart Avenue #1A Mobile: 310 497 0761 Ithaca, NY 14850 Email: [email protected]

EDUCATION 2012 Cornell University, Ithaca, New York Master of Public Administration, Concentration in Economic and Financial Policy (August, 2012) 2011 Central European University, Budapest, Hungary Sustainable Human Development: From International Frameworks to Regional Policies (Summer School) 2009 California Polytechnic University, Pomona, California Bachelor of Science in Urban and Regional Planning

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Winter 2012 International Agriculture and Rural Development (IARD), Chennai-Coimbatore-Ooty-Hyderabad, India Participant, Agriculture in Developing Nations

Collaborated on research engagement that explored public-private partnerships in Indian agriculture; extension systems available to meet farmer information and service needs; various marketing channels for farmer’s surplus production, including local, national and international markets; the role of intermediaries, self-help groups, auction centers and policy interventions; microfinance, subsidy, welfare schemes and effects on rural populations; irrigation and watershed infrastructure.

Summer 2011United Nations Development Program, Bratislava, Slovakia Graduate Intern, Senior Economist’s Office

Performed migration and remittances data collection and analysis to support development of a long-term research programme on migration and remittances in Europe and CIS countries. Drafted summaries for the Human Development Report Stories document and supported poverty reduction practices with data collection and analysis.

Spring 2011 Acara Challenge 2011, Ithaca, New York Team Finalist, Creative Design for Affordability

Finalist in international competition for student teams from USA, India and Mexico to develop business plan and ideas for improving food and water security in India.

Spring 2011 United Nations, New York, New York E-Government Assessor, Division for Public Administration and Development Management

Provided research and analytical support for the 2012 UN Bi-Annual Survey of E-Govenrment, a project to assist the UN in promoting e-government transparency and accountability auditing among member states. Received training in cutting-edge survey methodology from senior UN staff.

Winter 2011 De Fynne Nursery & Ezulwini Chocolat, Stellenbosch, South Africa International Consultant, Student Multidisciplinary Applied Research Team (SMART) Program

Produced strategic marketing and business plan for new horticultural company that sells ornamental plants and fruit trees to enable entry into competitive markets. CurriculumVitae

2007/10 City of Upland, Upland, California Planning Technician, Community Development Department

Advanced City Planning Supported development of Specific Plan for the downtown area from conception through final review. Under new Californian legislation, created water-efficient landscape ordinance. Led Green Team and participated in regional efforts to lower greenhouse gas emissions. Assisted in writing Energy Efficiency Community Block Grant. Current City Planning & Development Projects Reviewed commercial, industrial, and residential development proposals for compliance with appropriate regulations and zoning clearances. Gave numerous presentations for various local government bodies and boards.

2003/07 Design Line Interiors, Inc., San Diego, California Design Production Coordinator, Design Department

Scheduling Responsibilities included strategically planning milestones based on budget goals and timelines, and forecasting and monitoring labor supply and demand. Operations Involved in company’s strategic planning and strategy implementation process. Assisted in drafting processes and procedures. Managed relationships with middle management and supported services to ensure achievement of targets. Directed, led, and mentored new administrative assistants. Developed and implemented intern program, including intern recruitment and supervision. Marketing Developed and distributed marketing collateral materials, and industry award submissions.

PUBLICATIONS 2011 Book Chapter: Case Studies of Emerging Farmers and Agribusinesses in South Africa Chapter 2: Defining DeFynne, (with Toniqua Hay and Tamara Struk). Sun Press2011

Sept 2011 Conference Paper: Mobility in a Globalised World, Iserlohn, Germany Paper: “The Dynamics of Labour Mobility in Eastern Europe and Central Asia” (with Alessandra Bravi and Alisher Juraev). Published in edited conference volume BITS Iserlohn, University of Applied Sciences in Iserlohn, Germany

TRAININGS Fall 2011 Open Ideo, Ithaca, New York Team Participant

Participated in workshop on "How Can technology Help People Working to Uphold Human Rights in the Face of Unlawful Detention?" sponsored by Amnesty International. CurriculumVitae AWARDS 2011 Summer Internship Grant, Cornell Institute for Public Affairs at Cornell University, Ithaca, New York 2010 Student Multidisciplinary Applied Research Team (SMART) Travel Grant, Cornell Institute for Public Affairs, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York 2010 Washington D.C. Symposium Grant, Cornell Institute for Public Affairs, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York 2010/12 Fellowship, Cornell Institute for Public Affairs, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York 2007/09 President’s Honor List, California Polytechnic University, Pomona, California 2007/09 Dean’s Honor List, California Polytechnic University, Pomona, California

ACTIVITIES & MEMBERSHIPS 2010/12 Member, Cornell Public Affairs Society (CPAS) of Cornell Institute for Public Affairs, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York 2010/11 Member, Colloquium Committee of Cornell Institute for Public Affairs, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York 2009 Volunteer, Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count, Los Angeles County, California 2008/09 Director of Public Relations and Member, Habitat for Humanity Student Chapter at California Polytechnic University, Pomona, California 2007/09 Member, American Planning Association, Pomona, California 2007/09 Volunteer Coordinator Chair and Member, American Planning Student Association at California Polytechnic University, Pomona, California

COMPUTER SKILLS Microsoft Office Adobe Other Word Photoshop City GIS Excel Illustrator ACAD Power Point InDesign Sketch-up Outlook Design Manager Publisher Impact

LANGUAGES Serbian – native proficiency English – speak fluently and read/write with high proficiency Croatian, Bosnian, Montenegrin – speak and read/write with high proficiency Macedonian – conversational

TRAVEL Europe Serbia North & Central Asia Austria Slovakia America India Bulgaria Slovenia Bahamas Japan Croatia Canada Nepal Czech Republic Haiti France Mexico Africa Greece Panama South Africa Hungary United States Italy Macedonia South America Montenegro Peru Romania André T. Lipinski

2020 SW Salmon St. #303  Portland, OR 97205  503-880-5254  [email protected] Profile ______Public sector management and budget professional seeking employment in local government finance. Completed USC Master of Public Administration program and Management Review of Portland Development Commission (May 2011). Good knowledge of Oregon’s property tax system, Tax Increment Financing in Oregon, and public sector economics concepts.

Over three years of experience administering grant-funded programs for the Foundation for California Community Colleges -- assisted with the development and management of multi-million dollar budgets, interpreted program regulations, and adjusted policies and procedures to improve program efficiency, effectiveness, and performance (October 2010).

Currently assisting with database development to study Total Employer Cost of Compensation (TECC) in over 20 government jurisdictions throughout Oregon Skills Summary ______

 Budget Change Proposals  Common public  Geographic Information sector financial Systems (GIS)  Cost-benefit analyses and calculations budget balancing Professional Experience ______

PORTLAND STATE UNIVERSITY - CENTER FOR PUBLIC SERVICE 2/2012 – PRESENT Assistant Project Manager, Total Employer Cost of Compensation (TECC) study  Assiting with database development to study Total Employer Cost of Compensation (TECC) in over 20 government jurisdictions throughout Oregon o Utilizing MS Access to build database, append data from MS Excel spreadsheets, and write queries for analysis o Working with government jurisdictions throughout Oregon and Portland metro area to collect compensation data.

FOUNDATION FOR CALIFORNIA COMMUNITY COLLEGES 7/2007 – 10/2010 Program Assistant  Assisted with the management of multi-million dollar budgets and preparation of contracts for grant- funded (CFDA) programs designed to support welfare recipients and foster youth o Utilized MS Excel daily to track, analyze, and forecast budget utilization data on an individual community college level and program-wide level o Communicated program regulations and findings of analyses verbally and in writing o Served as point-of-contact for audits of programs my division administered o Contributed budget data and analysis of program metrics for 2009-2010 Annual Report for Child Development Careers WORKs (CDC-WORKs), a program designed to support welfare recipients pursuing careers in Early Childhood Education  Maintained correspondence and professional relationships with personnel on over 65 community colleges  Maintained correspondence and professional relationships with State and County Agencies that fund programs on community colleges in California Professional Experience (con.) ______

USC INTERNATIONAL LAB – RIO DE JANEIRO, BRAZIL 5/2010 – 6/2010 Participant - Consulting Project  Worked with a team to complete a paper and presentation summarizing our recommendations for the 2014 World Cup and 2016 Olympic games  My sub-team focused on the topic of safety, security, and crime reduction, including the application of U.S. Community Oriented Policing (COP) strategies in a Brazilian context  I kept a blog to document activities and individuals I met

CARROLL, BURDICK & MCDONOUGH LLP 3/2006 – 5/2007 Legal Assistant/Case Clerk  Maintained filing system for legal documents and screened potential clients  Assisted attorneys specializing in collective bargaining for peace officers and firefighters  Assisted attorneys specializing in construction defect litigation

CALIFORNIA STATE ASSEMBLY 10/2005 – 12/2005 State Assembly Office Intern  Provided research for a California State Assembly Bill that would provide higher education grants for veterans  Utilized National Conference of State Legislatures (NCSL) to research similar bills nationwide

R&L WAREHOUSE DISTRIBUTION SERVICES, INC. SUMMERS OF ’02, ’03, ’04, ‘05 Picker/Packer/Checker  Unloaded containers, palletized boxes, operated forklift, picked and packed orders for shipment, and ensured customer satisfaction  Participated in all phases of third party logistics, fulfillment processes, and business operations

Education ______UNIVERSITY OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA 9/2009 – 5/2011 Master of Public Administration, GPA 3.9  Completed PDC Management Review for MPA Capstone Project o Good knowledge of Oregon’s property tax system, Tax Increment Financing in Oregon, and public sector economics concepts  Advanced Research, Writing, and Policy Analysis skills: o Housing & Community Development o Public Education Finance o Water Policy

CALIFORNIA STATE UNIVERSITY, SACRAMENTO 1/2007 – 12/2007 Post-Baccalaureate Certificate of Advanced Business Studies, GPA: 3.6  Forecast of Sacramento Region Non-Farm Employment and Median Housing Price

UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA, SACRAMENTO 9/2001 – 12/2005 Bachelor of Arts, Classical Civilization, GPA: 3.1  Silver Age Latin Analysis  Classical Greek Philosophy and Music

Page 2 of 3 Additional Information ______PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS  ASPA: American Society for Public Administration 2009-PRESENT  ELGL: Oregon Emerging Local Government Leaders 2011-PRESENT  OCCMA: Oregon City/County Management Association 2011-PRESENT  OMFOA: Oregon Municipal Finance Officers Association (recently submitted application)  URISA Oregon & SW Washington: GIS & IT Professional Network 2011-PRESENT

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT  CASA: Yolo County Court Appointed Special Advocates 2006-2009 o Volunteered as advocate for a foster youth during his court hearings and supported the best interest of the youth . Though I live far away, I do my best to remain in contact with this youth

AWARDS/HONORS  University of Southern California (USC) Dean’s Merit Scholarship Recipient 2009  Member of Pi Alpha Alpha 2011-PRESENT o National honor society for public affairs and public administration  Member of Eta Sigma Phi 2011-PRESENT o National honor society for students of the Latin and Ancient Greek languages

Page 3 of 3 ANDREW CLARK 512-366-0231 [email protected]

Education Andy is a recent MPA graduate focused on social policy analysis, data University of Washington analysis, research, communication, and advocacy. He is an accomplished Master of Public Administration manager, administrator, and analyst with experience in the public, private, (MPA) and nonprofit sectors. He is creative and detail-oriented with excellent  Graduated June 2011 multi-tasking and organizational skills. Andy is seeking opportunities to  Concentration in Social Policy make an impact and effect positive change.

University of Tennessee, Knoxville Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) With Honors: Magna Cum Laude  Graduated Dec 2005 Work Experience  Major in Media Arts Seattle Works Sept 2010 – Present Relevant Courses Data Coordinator

 Quantitative Analysis I & II  Managed volunteer, donor, and organizational data for capacity building and  Public Policy Analysis promoting community engagement with nonprofits and charitable causes  Microeconomics for Policy  Balanced multiple projects from data analysis to administrative assistance Analysis efficiently and effectively  Economics of Environmental  Produced graphs, charts, and data analysis on organizational and program Management performance to communicate program performance  Housing and Social Policy  Handled donor management and substantiation, more than doubling matching  Values of Social Justice gifts from supporting corporations since 2010  Program Evaluation  Assisted Event Coordinator with events of up to 1500 participants  Race and Public Policy  Asset Building for Low Income Downtown Food Bank Dec 2010 – June 2011 Families Student Consultant  Urban Economics  Worked independently as a consultant writing a research paper on best Research Paper Topics practices for capacity building  Conducted original qualitative and quantitative research on the Seattle food  Washington State Income Tax bank community Proposal  Synthesized research from over 50 periodicals, studies, and publications  Concentrated Foreclosures  Scattered-Site Rental Programs Seattle Goodwill Industries July 2010 – Dec 2010  The Home Mortgage Interest Job Training and Education Program Intern Deduction  Program Evaluation of  Aided in the development of new curriculum for Retail Training Program by Washington’s Worker Retraining researching best practices and editing curriculum materials Program  Performed external interviews, data analysis, and data management for a  Eastern Washington Statehood Community Needs Assessment that covered seven counties in Western  Effectiveness of the First-Time Washington Homebuyer Tax Credit  Analyzed Census data using statistical and qualitative methods to inform the strategic plan and determine new job training programs for low-income clients Additional Information Fred Jarrett for King County Executive June 2009 – Aug 2009 Campaign Staff Intern  Volunteer tax preparer for the United Way of King County  Engaged in web research for financial disclosures, media coverage, and  Co-founder of the Evans School opposition research LGBT Student Interest Group at  Created a daily blog review for campaign staff that highlighted the day’s the University of Washington campaign-related news  Proficient in Microsoft Office,  Event coordination for LGBTQ Pride, Farmer’s Market, and general community Salesforce, SharePoint, video outreach strategies editing, and Adobe Creative Suite Urbscapes Jan 2008 – May 2009  Specialties in Policy Analysis, Design Consultant / Estate Gardener Workforce Training, Tax Policy, Poverty Reduction, and Social Justice Analysis Pots and Plants Garden Center Nov 2006 – Dec 2007  Fast learner with excellent Manager organizational, research, and planning skills  Excellent oral presentation and communication skills City of Austin, Watershed Protection Agency Aug 2006 – Nov 2006 Intern

Corporation for National Service-Americorps Jan 2006 – Nov 2006 Americorps Peer Trainer-Environmental Corps Ashley L. Graff

Education & Certifications:

. Master of Public Administration (MPA), University of Kansas, May 2013 5646

- . Kansas State Department of Education, Early Nutrition Cadre Trainer, Oct. 2011 . Texas Teaching Certificate, Spanish grades 6-12, June 2007 . Bachelor of Arts, Communications-Advertising, Kansas State University, Dec. 2005 . Bachelor of Arts, Modern Languages-Spanish, Kansas State University, Dec. 2005

Key Capabilities: (785) 556

- Program Administration, Community Education, Marketing and Communications

Professional Experience:

Food Systems Educator, Douglas County Child Development Association Lawrence, KS, 20+ hrs/wk, Jan. 2011 - Present . Provide health education and increase access to local food sources for children and families participating in the "Families, Farmers and Educators United for Healthy Child Development" program . Create a comprehensive food-related curriculum and administer the creation of learning gardens to teach critical concepts and institutionalize healthy behaviors . Collaborate to develop policy and implementation strategies that promote healthy eating at child care centers . Develop and maintain relationships with local farmers & child care directors

[email protected] [email protected] . Motivate consumers to subscribe to community supported agriculture (CSA)

- . Organize, schedule workshops to train parents, child care providers and cooks . Write articles and produce weekly and monthly newsletters to promote locally grown food; Generate menus using in-season foods . Conduct grant writing and other resource development activities

Graduate Student Advisor, Kaplan Test Prep and Admissions Lawrence, KS, 10 hrs/wk Aug. 2010 - Jan. 2011 . Advised, counseled and serviced students . Increased Kaplan's visibility and brand awareness in campus communities . Conducted grassroots marketing, event management and relationship marketing

Title I Program Coordinator, Sylvan Learning Center Portland, OR, 30+ hrs/wk, Oct. 2008 - Jul. 2010 . Organized, coordinated and supported tutoring programs at 7 Portland schools . Managed 2 major contracts (Title I and SES) through Portland Public Schools with duties such as budgeting, billing and reporting . Supervised 13 Sylvan tutors including hiring, training, scheduling, evaluating and payroll duties . Communicated with multiple stakeholders to measure program effectiveness and implement changes as needed . Created ads and mailings to promote the program and generate awareness . Assessed student skill level, formed cooperative learning groups, set goals and tracked progress 2209 Marvonne Rd, Lawrence, KS 66047 66047 KS Lawrence, Rd, Marvonne 2209 . Documented and shared student progress with parents, schoolteachers, administrators and Portland Public Schools

1 Professional Experience (continued):

Spanish Teacher, Leadership and Entrepreneurship Public Charter High School Portland, OR, 10 hrs/wk, Aug. 2009 - Mar. 2010 . Planned and produced project-based learning curriculum and delivered daily lessons for level 2 Spanish class, in addition to the duties listed below

Spanish Teacher, Denton High School Denton, TX, 40+ hrs/wk, Aug. 2006 - Aug. 2008 . Planned, developed and implemented daily Spanish lessons for 6 classes, Spanish Levels 1, 2 and 3 . Established and maintained parent contact to support educational progress . Created assessment materials to monitor student achievement, recorded and reported growth . Managed wide-ranging classroom processes to aid in learning . Translated Spanish to English during meetings with parents and administrators . Assisted in the planning, promotion and execution of the World Language Fair

Interactive Media Planning Assistant, T:M Advertising Irving, TX, 40 hrs/wk, Feb. 2006 - Aug. 2006

Real Estate Assistant and Licensed Agent, ERA® Real Estate Manhattan, KS, 20 hrs/wk, Nov. 2003 - Jan. 2006

Recent Volunteer Experience:

Communities In Schools of Kansas, State Office, Jan. 2011 – May 2011 Having worked as a high school teacher, I know first-hand how drop out prevention services, like those provided by CIS, have the power to change the lives of students. I volunteer because I support the idea that education is of community concern.

Classes, Workshops & Conferences:

Master of Public Administration Classes: . Human Resources Management § Organizational Analysis . Resource Allocation & Control § Quantitative Methods . Role, Context & Ethics of Public § Policy Analysis & Program Administration Evaluation . Nonprofit Management & Policy § Law & Public Management . Public Policy & Urban Administration § Financing Public Services

Recent Workshops: . How to Craft Successful Grant Proposals – Nov. 2011 . Collaboration Skills - July 2011 . Team Building - June 2011

Recent Conferences: . 15th Community Food Security Coalition Conference, Oakland, CA, Nov. 2011 . 97th International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Conference, Milwaukee, WI, Sep. 2011 . 63rd City and County Management Conference, Lawrence, KS, Apr. 2011 . Building Positive Youth Development Conference, Wichita, KS, Apr. 2011

2 CHRISTINA R. FRANC 22334 Piccadilly Court - Apt 2A Richton Park, IL 60471 Mobile: (708) 369-6983 [email protected]

Summary:  Self-motivated and results driven professional.  Superior ability to coordinate and perform several projects simultaneously.  Stern work ethic and impeccable organizational skills.  Excellent interpersonal and rapport-building skills. Education: Bachelor of Arts in Sociology DeKalb, IL Northern Illinois University December 2008 Emphasis: Criminology Overall GPA: 3.0/4.0

Masters of Public Administration Chicago, IL Roosevelt University May 2012 Emphasis: Government Current GPA: 3.3/4.0

Computer Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, SPSS, basic troubleshooting, Adobe Creative Suite, social media marketing

Experience: Corinthian Colleges, Inc Merrionette Park, IL Account Representative 2011 – Present  Assist students with assignments and hold monthly/weekly seminars  Providing excellent customer service to current and graduate students  Supervise training in compliance with accreditation, Education Department rules and regulations, company policy, and all related regulations  Plan graduation, alumni reunions and various employer events

Verizon Wireless Orland Park, IL RetailSalesRepresentative 2010–2011  Small Business Representative  Ensure a positive customer experience while engaging customers  Build lasting customer relationships while upholding Verizon’s credo

T-Mobile, USA Inc. Calumet City, IL RetailSalesAssociate 2009-2010  Develop positive relationships with customers and utilized problem solving skills  Displayed communication skills that enabled customers to feel comfortable with products, features, plans, and services

Volunteer Work: Center for Black Studies: DeKalb Middle and High Schools 2007 - 2008 Northern Illinois Guide 2006, 2007 Everest College: Program Advisory Committee 2011 – Present Cooper J. Whitman 1701 Nevada St. • The Dalles, OR 97058 971.222-7674 • [email protected]

Summary

Results-driven and integrity-focused professional with elite communication skills. Has repeatedly proven the ability to thrive independently, as part of a group, or as a leader in formal or impromptu settings. Through the application of solid analytical skills, experience, composure under stress, and an unmatched work ethic, this communications enthusiast has become a proven public communications specialist.

Internships & Fellowships

CityofTheDalles(Oregon)AdministrativeFellowship Aug2011–Current  Act as webmaster for the City (website and social media), and develop social media policy alternatives for City Council consideration.  Review and edit all press releases for City Manager approval.  Serve as program coordinator for The Dalles Main Street Program.  Complete federal, state and local grant applications, and identify other funding sources.

City of The Dalles (Oregon) Administrative Internship May 2010–Aug 2010  Conducted detailed analysis of city annexation’s financial impact on each department.  Formulated new financial policies for official city implementation.  Completed successful grant applications and identified future funding opportunities.  Received offer from City Manager to remain for extended internship.

City of Redmond(Oregon) Community Development Internship Jan 2010–Feb2010  Quickly and thoroughly created new public art program for city implementation.  Dramatically improved digital communications related to urban renewal.  Successfully advocated for new communication approaches and city programs.  Internship for graduate school credit as foundation of Master’s thesis.

Education

Masters of Public Administration, Portland State University Graduated: Jun 2010  Field of Specialization: Communications  GPA: 3.5  Courses of study: Cross-cultural Communication in the Public Sector, Grantwriting, Public Budgeting, Financial Management in the Public Sector, Public Administration Law, Public Advocacy, Strategic Planning, Program Evaluation, Global Leadership, Public Policy, Public Administration Ethics, Analytic Methods

Bachelor of Arts: Communication Studies, Brigham Young University Graduated: Aug 2006  Minor: Political Science  GPA: 3.4  Courses of study: Communications Law, Comparative Government & Politics, Media Criticism, Media Ethics, Media & Consumer Behavior, Persuasive Writing, Media in American Politics, Communication Issues & Public Policy, Media Literacy, Nonverbal Communication, Writing as Critical Inquiry Cooper J. Whitman 1701 Nevada St. • The Dalles, OR 97058 971.222-7674 • [email protected]

Other Experience

Prothman Company—Senior Consultant Sep 2010–Apr 2011  Provided in-depth analysis and report writing for various departmental evaluations.  Formulated successful marketing strategies and created new marketing materials.  Assisted in development of new website text and logistics.  Interviewed public executive candidates and evaluated suitability for vacant positions.

Wells Fargo Bank—Teller Jun 2008–Dec 2009  Outstanding customer service record.  Leadership of co-workers.  Consistent achievement of daily and quarterly sales goals.  Part-time employment during full-time education.  Left to pursue internship in field of study.

American Red Cross, Oregon Trail Chapter—Mktg. & Sales Coordinator Nov 2006–Jun 2008  Exceptional cultivation of customer relationships.  Successful formulation and execution of marketing plans.  Innovative creation, implementation and maintenance of Chapter blog.  Left to attend graduate school full time.

BYU Independent Study—Editor, Proofreader, Programmer Nov 2004–Dec 2005  Rapid promotion from Editor to Proofreader  Eagerness to become trained, then train others, in computer programming languages.  Enthusiastic integration of new publishing strategies and technologies.  Left to attend more classes and graduate sooner.

KOIN-TV—News Trainee Jan 2003–Dec 2003  Clear, concise writing of news stories on short deadlines.  Extraordinary calm under pressure of responsibilities in live television.  Excellent evaluation of importance of breaking news stories.  Left to attend out-of-state University.

Volunteer Service

 Served two-year, full-time mission in Brazil for a worldwide church: o Led various community cleanup efforts, and taught English to native Brazilians. o Chosen to manage the efforts of groups of up to 14 young-adult volunteers. o Trained diverse volunteers in teaching effectiveness and work organization.

Miscellaneous Skills

 Language:  Technology: o Portuguese fluency o Proficient in applicable software o Spanish proficiency o Expert in organizational social media use o Type 95+ WPM ELISA HAMBLIN

PROFILE Seeking employment in a public agency as an upper-level planner Experienced in land use planning, project management, policy development, public involvement, research, analysis, and collaborative processes

EXPERIENCE RESPONSIBILITIES AND TASKS PRODUCTS Associate Planner, Central City Team, July 2008 – present Central City 2035: Bureau of Planning & Sustainability, City of Portland, OR Concept Plan Creatively develop the updated Central City Plan, while seeking new Subdistrict Profiles methods for public involvement and researching complex topics Development Capacity Study . Formulate and actively craft policies throughout process Civic and Cultural Life Policy . Develop, organize, and implement public involvement Background Report . Research planning topics and create detailed and comprehensive reports and studies Views Study . Recruit, interview, and oversee work of planning interns . Prepare grant applications and RFP’s and lead hiring process for consultants Planning Assistant, District Planning Division, June 2007 – July 2008 Hayden Island Plan: Bureau of Planning, City of Portland, OR Final Neighborhood Plan Openly and fairly create a collaborative neighborhood plan for Zoning Amendments Hayden Island while considering unique conditions and needs Concept Plan . Bring together various stakeholders, resolve issues, and direct a productive process . Execute effective public involvement, including an advisory group . Research, analyze, and succinctly complete studies and analysis of complex topics Planning Analyst, Planning Division, August 2006 – June 2007 Research & Zoning: Community Development Department, City of Draper, UT Schools Ordinance Lead in-depth research on many topics and make recommendations Institutional Housing Zone to staff and elected officials that benefit the community Area Compatibility Study . Evaluate existing and develop future plans, policies, and codes Erosion Control Landscaping . Supervise and collaborate on projects with planning intern . Oversee public outreach efforts and openly share information Town Center Zone Extension Masters of Urban Planning, emphasis in Urban Design, University of Utah, 2006 EDUCATION Bachelors of Science in Urban Planning, University of Utah, 2005 Utah Planning Student Organization Vice-President: 2005-2006 Honors at Entrance Scholarship Recipient: 2001 Masters Professional Project: Traditional Neighborhood Design and Neighborhood Revitalization Internships: City of West Jordan, Utah (2005-2006) and The Utah Heritage Foundation (2005) Membership: PROFESSIONAL American Planning Association, Oregon Chapter DEVELOPMENT Oregon Emerging Local Government Leaders Certification & Training: National Charrette Institute – NCI Charrette System Certificate (2012) City of Portland – Employee Cultural Competence in the Workplace Training (2011) Bureau of Planning & Sustainability – Social Sustainability Working Group (2010-2012) City of Portland – Professional, Technical, and Expert Contracting Training (2010) American Planning Association Conference Attendee (Philadelphia 2007, New Orleans 2010) Microsoft Office: Excel, Word, Outlook, and Powerpoint TECHNOLOGY ArcMap and ArcCatalog software Google products: SketchUp, Picasa, Google Earth, and Google Docs Adobe software: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign 7010 SW 35th Avenue, Portland, OR 97219; (503) 791-4418; [email protected] Erin O’Reilly 2728 SE Main St. Apt. # 4 Portland, Oregon 97214. (303) 641-0515. [email protected] Overview  Masters of Public Administration with a focus on Natural Resource Policy Issues  Coursework in Human Resource Management, Public Budgeting, Financial Management, Administrative Law, Public Policy, Administrative Theory, and SPSS Statistical Analysis  Relevant work experience in Public Affairs/Communications and Public Policy Relevant Experience Public Affairs/Communications Intern Bureau of Land Management State Office October 2011-March 2012, Portland, OR  Coordinating local, state, regional, and national-level communications materials for significant issues  Reviewing, analyzing, transferring, and updating 300+ briefing documents for a variety of natural resource policy issues  In-depth pro-active planning and anticipation of tough questions  Working directly with Communications staff on formatting, tone and writing of briefing materials  Composing written articles for the BLM’s award winning internal and external publications in a timely manner  Developing a SharePoint database for natural resource policy related documents  Creating video content for variety of social media outlets

Marketing Assistant, Cascade Management, Inc. Real Estate Management Services September 2010- October 2011 Wilsonville, OR  Creating and maintaining all social media  Conducting marketing outreach for a variety of targeted demographics  Designing online and print advertisements  Compiling, interpreting, and presenting information in both English and Spanish  Establishing protocol to ensure compliance with fair housing standards  Assisting with apartment lease-ups, dealing directly with customers on daily basis  Training new employees on marketing strategies  All administrative duties; including working closely with Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SPSS programs  Conducting market research to determine and assess competitive markets

Legislative Intern, Office of Senator Ben Westlund January 2007- June 2007, Salem, OR  Editing and summarizing Senate bill proposals  Reviewing and summarizing Senate committee hearings  Responsible for correspondence including research on constituents concerns and problems. Included investigating problems and proposing solutions

Additional Experience Nanny, Private Families June 2005-September 2010, Denver, CO/Portland, OR

Education Master of Public Administration, Natural Resource Policy Specialization, Portland State University, March 2012, Portland, OR Coursework in public policy, law, global development, analytical methods, program evaluation, financial management, human resource management, organizational theory, public budgeting, statistical analysis with heavy emphasis on SPSS software. 3.5 overall GPA BA in Political Science & History, Oregon State University, June 2008, Corvallis, OR 3.6 overall GPA

G RETA O S S MAN 8879 Woodman Way, Sacramento CA 95826 35225 SE Surface Road, Estacada, OR 97023 (916) 835-7753 [email protected]

An enthusiastic professional with a unique combination of skills, knowledge and experience in financial management, budgeting, grants, accounting, benchmarking, and capital improvement projects; with excellent interpersonal communication and relationship building skills; and excellent analytical and problem solving skills; seeking a position in the greater Portland area that will utilize my current skills, and allow me to meet my relocation goal.

SKILLS SUMMARY Finance, Budgets & Grants . Ten years experience managing operations and capital budgeting processes; including fund identification, restriction monitoring, reporting, billing, reconciliation, auditing, and close out. . Four years experience administration of FEMA/DHS operating and deployment grants. . Responsible for expenditure tracking including procurement and contracts, Generally Accepted Accounting Principles, single-audit and Federal monitoring site visit support. . Grant administration including annual budget panning, application, labor and budget reconciliation, billing/reimbursements, reporting, extensions/change orders and close-out. Analysis, Administration & Communication . Complex data analysis and process creation for annual budget and benchmarking projects. . Complex policy and program analysis in order to make recommendations on public programs. . Collaborative team member with experience in small group collaboration, large group presentations, budget and benchmark project administration and reporting. Computer Skills Oracle: Accounts Payable, Project Costing, eProcurement, General Ledger, Commitment Control, Travel, Reporting Tools; Windows XP/7, MS Office: Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, Publisher; Documentum.

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Administrative Analyst April 2008 – Present City of Sacramento Fire Department, California Task Force Seven Urban Search and Rescue Team, Sacramento, CA . Daily administration and grant compliance for up to four active Department of Homeland Security/Federal Emergency Management Agency (DHS/FEMA) Urban Search and Rescue (US&R) operating grants, and several deployment grants. Operating grants each over $1 million annually. . Oversight of all grant expenditures and ensuring compliance with Program rules (Code of Federal Regulation 44), Federal rules, Administrative Rules (OMB Circular A-102), Federal Cost Principles (Part 2 Code of Federal Regulation 225), and Federal Audit requirements (OMB Circular A-133). . Coordinating, tracking and creating procurement documentation for program activities with program and logistics staff; and all labor for training and other grant activities through contracts and city systems. . Reporting for quarterly, semi-annual and close-out financial and performance. Including full grant reconciliation and reporting on all program exceptions. . Documentation of all processing for grant in order to make recommendations for stream-lining accounting, procurement and other processes. . Coordination and submission of information for single audit and working with auditors to resolve grant funding and expenditure questions. . Maintained open, positive relationships with Fire department staff, intra-city departments such as Accounting, Budget and Procurement offices; and local agencies such as California Emergency Management Agency, Sacramento Metro Fire District, El Dorado County Fire District, the City of West Sacramento Fire Department and other local agencies involved with the Urban Search and Rescue team. G RETA O S S MAN 8879 Woodman Way, Sacramento CA 95826 35225 SE Surface Road, Estacada, OR 97023 (916) 835-7753 [email protected]

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE (CONTINUED) Program Analyst February 2007 – April 2008 City of Sacramento Department of Transportation, Engineering Services Division, Sacramento, CA . Coordinated annual Capital Improvement Project (CIP) budget submission for up to 200 projects ranging in budgets from $5,000 to over $1 million, funded by up to 12 different funds. . Created, analyzed and distributed monthly project reports for section department CIP’s (Streets, Traffic, Street Lighting, and Economic Development). . Analyzed product, service and labor expenditures to create project billings for SHRA, Sacramento Transportation Authority (Measure A), Caltrans and other local agencies for CIP fund reimbursement. . Managed local transportation funding from Sacramento Housing and Redevelopment Agency (SHRA) (CDBG and Tax Increment) and current and new Measure A Transportation Sales Tax (bond funded, construction and maintenance), including fund balance reconciliation and reimbursements. . Financial coordinator for Railyards and Intermodal Station projects including working with Citywide departments coordinating CIP’s, expenditure and revenue allocations, council reports and revenue forecasts for local, state and federal funding. Senior Information Technology Budget Analyst June 2003 – February 2007 Information Technology Budget Analyst September 2001 – June 2003 California Independent System Operator, Folsom, CA . Directed the development of the Information Technology (IT) Division's annual operations and capital project budget for 12-19 cost centers (depending on organizational structure), including personnel costs, contract costs, project costs and working descriptions of group activities for stakeholder review. Worked with management to reduce operations budget from $150 million to approximately $80 million over five years. . Responsible for monitoring and reporting on monthly divisional expenditures versus budget, variance reporting and annual/quarterly forecasting. . Analyzed and reported to Finance on semi-annual General Management Charge costing for ISO's revenue allocation. . Created presentation materials based on financial analysis of division budget for stakeholder and board budget review, including presentation of divisional budget information in public stakeholder meetings. Development Associate September 1999 – June 2001 Mercy Foundation, Rancho Cordova, CA . Reconciled donations for over 300 different events and funds to ensure accurate fund distribution to Mercy programs, including assisting with the administration of internal grant reporting documents. . Managed monthly donation reconciliation with foundation accounts for finance and board reporting. . Entered all donor information, including donations to donor database for appeal and event mailing projects. . Managed event projects and volunteers for three-day Mercy All-Star weekend (1999 and 2000), raising over $250,000 through sponsorships and event admissions with each event. . Created presentation materials for board review of current foundation fund status.

EDUCATION & TRAINING Masters in Public Policy & Administration Grants Management Certificate – December 2009 – January 2009 California State University, Sacramento Federal Recipient Track - Management Concepts, Inc. Bachelor of Science, Business Administration – June 1994 Project Management Certificate Major: Marketing, Minor: Communication – August 2002 California State University, Sacramento University California Davis Extension

402.641.3467 JAMES HANSELING [email protected]

QUALIFCATIONS SUMMARY  Current Internal Audit Intern with Oregon Department of Administrative Services  MBA Candidate with 4 summers managing diverse agriculture labor team  Completion of SPOTS Audit at Oregon Department of State Lands

EDUCATION Willamette University, Atkinson Graduate School of Management, Salem, OR Master of Business Administration Candidate, May 2012  Willamette MBA Scholar – Recipient of Merit-Based Scholarship  Board Member Atkinson Public Administration Assoc., Member of Outdoor Club & Accounting Assoc.  Work with MercyCorps Northwest toward implementing low-income renter equity program Hastings College, Hastings, NE Bachelor of Arts in Business Administration and Human Resource Management, May 2010 GPA 3.85  Graduate with Distinction, Recognized on Dean’s List, Recipient of Merit-Based Scholarship  Teacher’s Assistant in Glass Blowing studio for three semesters

WORK EXPERIENCE Department of Administrative Services – State of Oregon Salem, OR July 2011-Present Internal Audit Intern  Conduct audit projects and consulting engagements within state agencies under CAE supervision  Assist CAE in planning and organizing large, complex audits  Communicate audit findings to management and agency administrators  Independently determine compliance with state policies and regulations towards accomplishment of objectives and goals for the state The Salvation Army – Kroc Center Salem, OR June 2011-July 2011 Administrative Analyst Intern  Conduct research on operations for possible efficiency improvements  Present reports to administration for decision making after conducting analysis Sloup-Thorell Detasseling Seward, NE Summers of 2001-2009 Crew Leader/Tassel Puller  Train and manage 15 new workers for the Volunteering and Off-Typing seasons  Work in team environment to meet deadlines under adverse weather conditions  Establish a formidable reputation of success and professionalism for Sloup-Thorell through performance on the job

LEADERSHIP & ACCOMPLISHMENTS Rotaract Club of Salem Spring 2011-Present  Network with professionals and community members in the Salem area  Participate in community services projects in the community Hastings College Track & Field and Cross-Country Teams Fall 2006-Spring 2010  Participate with team members at Conference Meet 2007-10 - 3200m relay, 1500m, & steeplechase  Build and maintain relationships with other team members Hastings College Radio KFKX – Music Director Fall 2007-Spring 2010  Communicate with record labels and promoters in receiving music  Select music for air time and notify DJs of new music on air Honor Societies – Hastings College Fall 2009–Spring 2010  Lambda Pi Eta Communication - 3.25 GPA for Communication studies  Omicron Delta Epsilon Economic - 3.00 GPA for Economic studies  Omicron Delta Kappa Leadership – Rank in Top 35% of Class while demonstrating strong leadership

Jean Fike 2560 N. Hunt St. Portland OR 97217 [email protected] 503-317-2771 (Cell)

ACADEMICS 2011-present-expected graduation June 2013, Executive Masters in Public Administration, Portland State University, Portland OR 1994, MA Botany, Connecticut College, New London CT 1988, BA American Studies, Wesleyan University, Middletown CT 1987, Duke University eight month intensive study in China program, Beijing and Nanjing PRC

SELECTED VOLUNTEER WORK 2008-2011 Portland/Multnomah County Food Policy Council

AWARDS Received PA DCNR award for outstanding performance in coordinating difficult interagency issues. East Multnomah SWCD received the “Distinguished District” award from the Oregon Association of Conservation Districts in 2008 and the “District of the Year” award from NRCS in 2009.

SELECTED PUBLICATIONS Fike, J., and W. A. Niering. 1996. Four Decades of Old Field Vegetation Development and the Role of Celastrus orbiculatus in the Northeastern United States. Journal of Vegetation Science. 10:483-492.

Fike, J. 1998. Terrestrial and Palustrine Plant Communities of Pennsylvania. Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Harrisburg Pennsylvania. 86 p.

WORK EXPERIENCE 2005-Present Executive Director East Multnomah Soil and Water Conservation District  Chief Executive Officer reporting directly to publically elected Board of Directors.  Improved Board-staff relations, allowing the organization to move from direct Board supervision of all employees to a more appropriate management structure with effective Board oversight.  Led period of rapid change and expansion including more than tripling both staff and budget; substantial expansion of existing program output and development of six additional programs.  Budget Officer 2005-2010 for taxing district with annual budget over four million dollars.  Founding member of both the Farmland Protection Coalition and the Farmer Success Network of Oregon.  Developed and implemented a job classification and pay system, brought other operations into more complete legal compliance and improved risk management systems.  Led financing, purchase, re-zoning, renovation and move to new headquarters in an historic building modified to include a variety of urban conservation demonstration features.  Addressed by invitation the Oregon Legislature Energy and Environment Committee regarding the District’s innovative urban conservation work.  Helped develop revision of statewide enabling legislation for Districts passed in 2009.  Seasoned HR generalist with training and experience in coaching, supervision, compensation analysis, BOLI wage and hour law and leave law.  Developed and launched District’s Land Conservation program. Current projects include both purchase and easement mechanisms. Developing a proposal for a farm business incubator.

2001-2005 Chief of Ecological Services and Manager PA Natural Heritage Program Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.  Program management including budget, contracting and supervision of a staff of seven including all of DCNR’s wildlife biologists and botanists.  Oversaw Pennsylvania’s plant program including invasive exotic plant management, listing of plants of special concern and licensing of statewide ginseng harvest under federal regulations.  Program lead for a successful multi-million dollar IT project for online review of species of concern project conflicts– responsibility included logic development and interagency coordination on sensitive data release and jurisdictional issues.  Oversaw project review on State Forest Land as well as for all permitted projects statewide for impacts to rare plant, terrestrial invertebrate and natural communities.  Led development of a bioreserve strategy for over two million acres of State Parks and Forestry land. Committee included leading academics and key advocacy organizations as well as forest products interests.  US Section Council Representative (elected by peers) to Natureserve (The international umbrella NGO for Heritage Programs)  Served on multiple committees, Chaired Pennsylvania Biological Survey Bioreserve Committee.  Member of both core team and ecology teams for various ecoregional planning efforts of The Nature Conservancy.  DCNR Delegate for NRDA action on Palmerton superfund site.  Guest lecturer at Temple and Penn State Universities, speaker for Rachel Carson Lecture Series, numerous other speaking engagements.  Trained in lichen identification, lichens as indicators, fire behavior, site conservation planning, vegetation monitoring, sedge identification, Allegheny hardwoods silviculture, quantitative classification methods, wetland delineation etc.  All duties of previous position retained.

1998-2001 Manager PA Natural Heritage Program and DCNR Ecologist: Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources Coordinate Pennsylvania’s Natural Heritage Program  Set and maintained strategic direction of PNHP, wrote grants and advocated for funding; coordinated work among jurisdictional partners.  Sole ecologist to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources.  Worked regularly as a facilitator for the Natural Heritage Program and on request for other state programs.

1994-1998 Ecologist: Western Pennsylvania Conservancy  Developed a classification of Pennsylvania’s plant communities still widely used in college classes, by state and federal agencies, academics and private forestry landowners (see publications).  Coordinated all statewide Natural Heritage plant community inventory and classification efforts.

1989 ESL Teacher: Taught English as a second language at the International Training Center in Tokyo, Japan (9 months).

1986 Outdoor educator: Great Hollow School, New Fairfield CT. Oversaw safety and operation of the high ropes course and led a two week outdoor course for gifted inner-city youth.

OTHER SKILLS AND INTERESTS Trained and experienced facilitator Long time organic gardener, orchardist and heritage poultry enthusiast CPR, AED & first aid certification Amateur artist (various media)

REFERENCES AVAILABLE ON REQUEST

PLEASE DO NOT CONTACT CURRENT EMPLOYER WITHOUT PERMISSION Jennifer M. Lewis 12920 SW 22nd St 503-544-4199(c) Beaverton, OR 97008 [email protected]

EDUCATION

Portland State University Portland, Oregon B.A. Political Science 2003 – 2006 Master’s in Public Administration Candidate 2011- Present Local Government Concentration

RELEVANT EMPLOYMENT HISTORY

Chief of Staff to Senate President Pro Tempore, Ginny Burdick 06/10- Present Chief of Staff to Senate President Pro Tempore, Rick Metsger 10/08- 12/2010 Oregon Legislature Salem, OR  Draft legislative concepts, review legislation, provide policy and strategy recommendations  Lobby members, testify on bills, successfully pass legislation  Responsible for tracking legislation and committee agendas  Draft, publicize press releases, talking points and other office communications  Assist Senate Majority Office with research and drafting of issue briefs  Oversee constituent affairs; connect constituents with relevant state services  Delegate work to other staff members and supervise volunteer interns  Organize stakeholder groups to gain consensus on proposed legislation  Manage the daily activities of the Senator’s office

Government Affairs Coordinator Oregon Medical Association Portland, OR 08/07-10/08  Created and initiated Political Action Committee plan; launched fund raising efforts  Drafted, edited, and produced PAC members newsletter  Tracked all PAC finances, created budget, responsible for all state and federal PAC financial reporting  Tracked state legislation during 2008 February Session  Participated in the drafting and lobbying of organization-sponsored legislation  Researched health-related policy proposals, legislation, etc.  Utilized grassroots methods to engage membership in state and federal legislation  Fostered working relations with membership, community, lobbyists and legislators

Resource Support Assistant Portland Community College, Workforce Network Portland, OR 05/05-08/07  Initial contact and source of information to outside community  Assisted with editing of new company website  Created, edited, and distributed program and marketing literature  Managed community and partner distribution lists  Provided information and referral for PCC and local community resources  Supervised and provided direction for interns and other volunteers  Provided excellent administrative assistance to Executive Director, and 5 other high level managers CAMPAIGN VOLUNTEER HISTORY

Lew Frederick for House District 43 Portland, Oregon 2009  Successfully helped advise and coordinate the nomination campaign to have Frederick appointed to Oregon House District 43

Rick Metsger for State Treasurer Salem, Oregon 03/2010-05/2010  Organized candidate’s schedule, prepped candidate for debates and public appearances, planned fundraising events, canvassed neighborhoods, assisted with general campaign activities

LOCAL GOVERNMENT SKILLS

 Class work including but not limited to: budgeting, local government administration, human resources, analytical methods, and labor negotiations  Experience creating and changing local tax statues  Experience studying, changing and creating policies and statutes surrounding: transportation, education, revenue structures, and economic development.  6+ years of experience studying and analyzing political and policy issues  Excellent communication and writing skills; experience creating press releases, newsletters, and other membership and constituent communication  Self starter and motivator while being a team player  Multi-tasker while being able to continually re-prioritize activities

REFERENCES

Rick Metsger Amy Goodall Lew Frederick Former Senate President Pro Lobbyist, Nan Heim Associates Oregon State Representative Tempore, District 26 503-508-8512 District 43 503-789-6528 [email protected] 503-975-7099 [email protected] [email protected] Jerry Osa Eguakun 6109 Steve Scarlett Place Lavergne, TN 37086 615-971-8330 [email protected]

Objective To make a meaningful contribution to the mission of a public service organization through my professional and academic preparation in administration and analysis.

Education Masters Public Administration 2011 Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN; GPA 3.50 Graduate Certificate in Non-Profit Management 2010 Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN B.Sc. Interdisciplinary Studies 2008 Tennessee State University, Nashville, TN

Relevant Graduate Coursework Public Policy Analysis Seminar in Public Administration Organization Theory Public Budgeting Statistics for Public Administrators Seminar in Staff Functions: Personnel Research Methods for Public Administrators Career History & Accomplishments Intern 2011 Tennessee Board of Probation and Parole Summer  Worked with District 1V Community Resources Coordinator and Employment Specialist in daily implementation of offenders probation/parole tasks  Assisted with pre and post-diagnostic test for General Equivalency Development (GED) Adult Literacy Program  Participated and monitored offenders’ “Thinking for a Change” classes that emphasized Cognitive Self-Change, Social Skills and Problem-Solving Skills  Assisted with evidence-based social programs such as: Gender-specific Domestic Violence, Anger Management, Victim Impact, Batterers Intervention and, monitored resource bulletin board  Accessed TOMIS (earned certificate of completion) database to update: criminal activities, background information and , monthly employment  Familiar with the procedures of NCIC, ACRC, TIES, TREC and, TBI databases EGUAKUN 2

Collections Representative 1999-2011 Robinson, Reagan & Young PLLC  Served as sole collections representative dedicated to Metropolitan Development Housing Agency (MDHA) accounts  Developed and organized over six thousand neglected MDHA accounts into manageable and profitable status  Provided regular financial counseling appointments to lower-income MDHA residents  Prepared promissory notes and preemptive eviction notices

Senior Bellsouth Account Representative 1994-1999 Adams & Whitaker PLLC  Trained new hires  Selected as Employee of the Month 26 times; received five top sales and collections awards  Provided excellent customer service, maintained positive attitude when interacting with all clients in a professional setting  Handled escalation calls and irate customers  Initiated and received customers’ service calls  Helped customers in resolving fraud episodes  Spearheaded the creation of Bellsouth Residential Primary Division accounts

Skills Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access) CSS Impact – collections software, Lexis Nexis, Westlaw and Accurant SPSS Memberships & Affiliations Golden Key International Honor Society

References available upon request. JESSICAL.STRUYK 982 SE Dix Court, Troutdale, Oregon 97060 (541) 221-9931 • [email protected]

EDUCATION Master of Public Administration, Portland State University, Expected Graduation June 2012  Local Government Specialization  3.93 GPA  Ron Cease Founders Award Recipient  Public Administration Student Association Board Member

Bachelor of Arts, University of Oregon, June 2006  Majors: Political Science, History  Minor: Latin American Studies  3.62 GPA, Dean's List, Dean's Scholarship Recipient  Study Abroad: Instituto Tecnológico de Querétaro, Querétaro, México, Summer 2005

EXPERIENCE Office of Governance and Management Intern City of Gresham, Oregon, February 2012 – Present  Economic Development Data Analysis – Collect and evaluate data to determine City’s strengths and opportunities for improvement in Industrial and Residential Development Competitiveness Assessments.  City Marketing Research – Investigate options to promote City through outreach to other jurisdictions and scholarly inquiry.

Finance Department Office Assistant City of Fairview, Oregon, July 2011 – Present  Utility Billing Support – Assist with utility billing inputs, updates and processes.  Data Analysis – Analyze monthly utility billing reports for possible water consumption issues.  Customer Service – Provide service in customer billing, phone reception and mail distribution.

Economic Development Intern City of Forest Grove, Oregon, October 2011 – December 2011  Comparative Research – Compile and standardize information to compare commercial/industrial water and power rates as well as system development charges for jurisdictions within the Portland Metro region.  Local Business Outreach – Contact local businesses to create Local Business Resource Network.

Management Intern City of Fairview, Oregon, January 2011 – September 2011  Financial Research – Compiled comparison of City fee schedule to similar jurisdictions and recommended amendments.  Program Development – Researched feasibility and facilitated formation of fulltime prescription drug take- back program for the Fairview Police Department to decrease prescription drug abuse and encourage safe disposal.  Budget Preparation – Assisted Finance Director with preparation of FY 2011-12 City budget.  Community Event Management – Supervised the creation and execution of two new community events.  Media Relations – Assisted with writing press releases regarding City events.  Legislative Research – Tracked and monitored proposed state legislation of concern to City Administration. Legal Assistant Young deNormandie, P.C., Seattle, Washington, July 2006 – February 2010  Adaptability – Learned to effectively multitask and prioritize assignments within small office of limited staff to meet the needs of attorneys and clients.  Client Interface – Served as point of contact for clients by establishing and maintaining professional relationships.  Case Management – Administered case of over 200 clients by compiling and managing comprehensive claims for each client.  Confidential Records Administration – Managed corporate record books for corporations represented by the firm including meeting renewal deadlines, updating corporate records and complying with state and federal regulations.  Document Preparation – Drafted, edited and formatted correspondence, agreements and pleadings.  Scheduling – Made travel arrangements; scheduled and organized meetings for attorneys, including managing partners.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT & MEMBERSHIP  Strategic Planning Training – League of Oregon Cities (April 2011)  Oregon City County Management Association – Current Member  Charlie Henry Scholarship Recipient for Summer 2011 Conference  International City County Management Association – Current Member  Emerging Local Government Leaders – Board Member Josephine K Visuvasa Selvakumar

4640 Ashforth Way, Owings Mills, MD – 21117410-504-7562[email protected]

EXPERIENCESUMMARY  Creative and experienced urban planner and architect with one-year experience in planning and one-year experience in architecture. Having rich experience in research work, quantitative analysis, planning and development works. Excellent presentation, collaborative skills, resulting in good client satisfaction.  Expert in data collection, researched green construction industry, statistical analysis, zoning, land development and geographical information systems (GIS).  Experienced in creating community profiles, producing Performa, researched various public spaces and done several field works.  Ability to communicate ideas clearly with different levels of organization and have participated in various technical research works.  Having a special interest in Urban Design, led a team of five members in the student urban design competition held by the Urban Land Institute, Gerald D Hines 2010.  Worked and presented final project in “Tourism Based Waterfront Development: An Observational Urban Design Study and Recommendations for Inner Harbor, Baltimore” and graduated with Masters in City and Regional Planning in May 2011 with a GPA of 3.86.  Received American Institute of Certified Planners outstanding student awards for 2011.  Creator, contributor and editor of planning articles in www.urbanshapers.info  Preparing for LEED Green Associate Exam and expecting to attain the certification by May 2012.

SKILLSHIGHLIGHT Planning Data collection, Statistical analysis, Comprehensive and neighborhood planning process, Quantitative methods of reasoning to solve problems, Basic concepts in urban economics, Analyzing and interpreting the buildings, reviewing plans, Imaging the places, developing community profiles, undertaking field works, fiscal impact analysis, estimation of tax revenue and municipal spending of a development project, knowledge of pressing issues like how to fund a project and maintain financial health of the community. Architecture Developing plans, elevations and interior details for residential and public buildings, fieldwork and communicating with the clients. Software Tools Auto Cad, 3D Studio Max, Adobe Illustrator, Google Sketch up, ARC GIS 9.3.1, Microsoft Office Word, Power Point and MS Excel. Josephine K Visuvasa Selvakumar

PROJECTPROFILE Works accomplished as a Planner (2008 to Till Date): (Portfolio available on request)  Working with the Calvert County Planning Commission/Planning and Zoning Department. Working on updating town centers master plans (Solomon, Prince Frederick, Dunkirk, Lusby and Huntington), architectural review for town centers, focus on long range planning issues and preparation of technical reports.  Own a planning website www.urbanshapers.info. The website is for urban planners, architects and designers in the related fields to exchange their views, post new articles, comment and critic on any planning issues. Have posted different articles on urban design, planning and architecture.  Worked as a Research Assistant, assisting the Dean of School of Architecture and Planning, Morgan State University in implementing a Federal grant. The research is on the green construction industry and exploring opportunities for microenterprise development.  Worked as a Graduate Assistant and conducted research work in Zoning, Policies, Building regulations, International Planning Studies and on Interstate 95.  Planned, coordinated and participated in Baltimore City’s Homeless Census count and assisted the Dean of School of Architecture and Planning, Morgan State University by supervising a team of ten members in doing the research of environmental impact study.  Supervised a team of five members of multidisciplinary fields in preparing a comprehensive design for transforming the East Village, San Diego, California for the urban design competition held by the Urban Land Institute, Gerald D Hines, within two allotted weeks, planning context and analysis of the site, concept drawings, master land use plan, views, sections, urban design and a detailed pro forma sheet for a period of ten years hold was prepared for the East Village, San Diego site.  Worked with a team of five members in studying and analyzing the Park Lane Shopping Mall, Park Heights in Baltimore, Maryland. Provided recommendations, design solutions, prepared plans, drawings, and presented the findings and design proposals for the Park Lane Shopping Mall area to the Baltimore Development Corporation.  Worked in Infill and Housing development group with one of the teammates in studying and analyzing the Cherry Hill Community in Baltimore, Maryland. Housing design proposals were given for the Cherry Hill Community after intensive statistical analysis of housing choices in the area.  Worked with a team of four members in studying the Jones Falls Valley area, Baltimore, Maryland, gathering information on Valley’s diverse constituencies and its potential for future development. Assisted the Baltimore Department of Planning in preparing a master plan for Jones Falls Valley.  Worked with a team of four and assessed the physical condition of the residential property in North East Baltimore. Assembled property data, built an assessment database, developed recommendations and concept plan. Josephine K Visuvasa Selvakumar

 Analyzed the public spaces like Carroll Park, Center Plaza, and Wilson Park and produced urban design solutions for the above.  Worked on final project “Urban Tourism”. The project analyzes the tourism-oriented activities in Inner Harbor, Baltimore. The project explores the strengths and weaknesses of the harbor and provides recommendations in the efforts to strengthen existing conditions, current opportunities and Harbor’s strength for tourism.

Projects completed as an Architect in India (2002 to 2004): (Portfolio available on request)  Designed and executed various residential buildings. Produced and reviewed plans, architectural drawings and also conducted filed investigations.  Designed an interior of grotto in our lady of perpetual help church.  Designed and executed a Bible center.

Work executed in under graduate studies in Architecture in India since 1997 to 2002:  Internship done in one of the leading firms in South India, C.R.Narayana Rao, Architects and Engineers in Chennai, India.  Designed, presented drawings and created model for a 5 acre “Light of Hope Retreat Centre” in Madurai, India after a detailed study and statistical analysis of the area. Reports based on case studies of various retreat centers done in different parts of India were submitted.  Designed and presented drawings for a Multi-Specialty hospital of 48,600sqm in Coimbatore, India. Reports submitted for various Multi Specialty hospitals in different parts in India, based on the case studies done.  Physical survey, master plan and detailed drawings of the entire Pudukudi village in Thanjavur, India was produced. Designed resort and residential buildings. Credentials Title of the Degree College/University Year of Passing with Branch MCRP (Masters in City Morgan state May 2011. Passed with a GPA of 3.86 and Regional University, Maryland, and received American Institute of Planning) USA Certified Planners outstanding student awards for 2011 B.Arch. (Bachelor of Thiagarajar college of 2002. Passed in first class with a GPA Architecture) Engineering, India of 3.46

Certification Courses taken Institution attended in India Year DiplomaInAutoCAD14 ComputerSoftwareCollege Jun'99toSept'99 3D- Studio Max Computer Software College Nov '02 to Jan '03 JOSH JONES

5620 Fossil Creek Parkway Unit 8201 Fort Collins, CO 80525 (801)389-7452 [email protected]

Education

University of Kansas – Lawrence, Kansas Coursework completed in May 2011 Master of Public Administration Degree will be awarded in May 2012

 Coursework in Local Government, Policy Analysis, Land Use and Planning, Municipal Law, Fiscal Budgeting, Technical Writing, Infrastructure Management, and Human Resources. Weber State University – Ogden, Utah Bachelor of Integrated Studies with Honors (Major GPA: 3.67) Awarded April 2010 Areas of Emphasis: Public Administration, Legal Studies, History

Professional Experience

City of Fort Collins – Fort Collins, Colorado June 2011 – Current Management Assistant:

 Serves as project manager, performs management analyses, and supervises interns/volunteers.  Responsible for advising Executive Leadership Team on issues such as employee recognition and motivation, reorganizing supervisory structures, and legislative policy.  Charged with coordinating several key recruitments in the City Manager’s Office, evaluating business proposals, and creating a City Council communications policy.  Completed a revenue diversification study, facilitated the planning process with citizens for new developments, member of the budget results team and strategic planning committee.

Douglas County – Lawrence, Kansas August 2010 – May 2011 MPA Intern:

 Planned and implemented a county-wide economic development project to spur local business growth by involving elected officials, businesses, and residents.  Researched and analyzed sustainability initiatives such as implementation of an Energy Savings Reinvestment Plan to recapture direct efficiency savings. Assisted in the writing of grants.  Documented and performed an audit of facility management and public works maintenance practices to streamline practices and reduce neglect of city assets and inventory. League of Kansas Municipalities – Topeka, Kansas August 2010 – May 2011 Management Intern:

 Recommended new policy material to senior management for annual Budget Forecasting document and launched the first online Kansas Municipal Revenue Practices Salary Survey.  Wrote and published original monthly articles on local government best practices such as work- life balance policies and community redevelopment in the Kansas Government Journal.  Managed programs for the Kansas Association of City/County Managers and coordinated the hosting of city officials at Municipal Leadership Academy workshops and other conferences. South Ogden City – Utah January 2009 – January 2010 Intern to the City Manager:

 Worked with the city manager on hiring committees, regional planning, and event organization.  Interacted with the public and gather data to publish project work on the City website, like the utilization analysis of a city-owned park to facilitate discussion on future developments.  Prepared and presented reports to the City Council. Regular participant in departmental staff meetings, sharing input on issues ranging from budget issues to the adoption of ordinances. Leadership Experience

Weber State University Student Association –Ogden,Utah June2009–May2010 Program Coordinator:

 Recruited local business and community leaders to speak to students and faculty. Supervised a voluntary committee of students and managed all marketing, budgeting, and operations.  Produced record attendance levels and was promoted to executive level director position.  Member of the University Leadership Council – planned and led major leadership conferences for hundreds of students each semester. Honors Student Advisory Board –Ogden,Utah June2009–May2010 Partnership with Service Chairman:

 Planned and implemented monthly service projects through management of a program budget for community organizations like the Ogden Rescue Mission and Hooper City Health Fair.  Engaged citizenry and community involvement through the recruitment of volunteers.

Other Professional Accomplishments

 Selected to serve on the Colorado City/County Manager’s Association Emerging Leaders Board.  Active and contributing member of the International City/County Management Association.  Analyzed the $30MM budget of Pleasant Grove, UT and created a forecast analysis report.  Allocated nearly $100,000 of the Weber State University student-fee funds budget.  Recipient of the Ogden Rotary Club, Utah State New Century, and Kansas Ethan Allan awards.  Selected to present at the Western Regional Campus Compact Conference on Civic Engagement.  Team member of a year-long consulting project, “Weber County Open Space Master Plan”.  Co-developed all content for the locally televised Ogden City Council Candidates Debate.  Received two-year Associate Degree before high school graduation at age seventeen. Volunteer Service and Other Interests

 Volunteer leader for Boy Scout youth and personally hold the rank of Eagle Scout.  Served in the capacity of a humanitarian leader - counseling, teaching, and serving - for two years (2006-2008) on remote islands in the South Pacific (fluent in French). Appointed as District Leader in charge of management, leadership, and training for ten full-time personnel.  Completed service term for National AmeriCorps (domestic Peace Corps).  Avid traveler to nearly all 50 states, North America, Europe, and the South Pacific. Kevin Knutson, ICMA-CM

4573 Village Green Parkway 775.848.5965 Reno, Nevada 89519 [email protected]

Local government executive leadership, strategic planning, budget, process management, media relations, and communications professional with 21 years of experience in high-performing municipal governments. Strong record of successfully delivering large, complex, and politically sensitive projects while creating productive and robust relationships between government and constituents. Developed a strategic planning system that was a key factor in Coral Springs being the first and only local government to be awarded the Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award.

Additional areas of expertise include:

Leading staff Labor relations and negotiations Legislative affairs Policy analysis and development Financial forecasting Intergovernmental relations Performance measurement Process improvement Bond portfolio management Benefit structure planning Emergency management Grants management Economic development Redevelopment administration Housing and homelessness Council support Crisis and emergency communications Media relations Social media Citizen engagement Community relations

Experience & Results City of Reno, Nevada 01/2008-02/2012 218,000 population, $320 million budget, 1,123 employees, 7 council members, council-manager government

Assistant City Manager, 08/2011-02/2012

o Direct oversight of Human Resources; Neighborhood Services (including public information, media relations, Council support, and call center); Federal, State, and local intergovernmental affairs; grants management; Community Resources; economic development; and the Reno Redevelopment Agency. o Organized Northern Nevada Economic Development Coalition’s “ReCharge Nevada” event that brought together more than 200 stakeholders to kick-off a regional economic development effort. o Provided executive oversight of numerous projects and committees, including shared services; managed competition; negotiations on tax increment agreements and sales tax districts; redevelopment land sales; facility leases; parks development; and fire deconsolidation. o Acted as Emergency Operations Center Director and management liaison during November 2011 Caughlin Fire (2,000 acres, 9,500 evacuated) and January 2012 Washoe Drive Fire (3,200 acres, 10,000 evacuated). o Assigned to level two grievance resolution for several bargaining units; negotiated resolutions. Chaired health benefits appeal committee. Lead negotiator for collective bargaining. o Established internal committees for strategy deployment, including innovation, open government, customer service and employee relations teams.

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Interim City Manager, 03/2011-06/2011 Interim Executive Director, Reno Redevelopment Agency, 03/2011-06/2011

o Unanimously appointed as interim city manager for a full-service city. Provided leadership to a redevelopment agency with two districts, a new AAA baseball stadium, numerous catalyst projects, and retail properties. o Prepared, presented and adopted $170 million Fiscal Year 2011-2012 General Fund budget that began to provide steps toward financial stability for the first time since the recession began in 2008, by adding $3.8 million to stabilization reserves, investing $4.0 million in capital projects, and shoring up fund balances across all fund types. o Negotiated agreement with International Association of Firefighters Local 731 after 15-month impasse before going to binding interest arbitration, meeting the City's goal of 7.5% reduction in salaries with related benefits, including no salary increases for the next two years. Negotiated contract with Fire administrative union that had been at impasse for 12 months before going to fact-finding by an arbitrator. Closed two-year contracts with three Police bargaining units and a professional group with various concessions. o Successfully avoided State takeover of City finances when process was initiated in February 2011. The City of Reno met 11 of 23 conditions defining "severe fiscal emergency" under Nevada Revised Statutes, and was called before Senate Revenue Committee, Assembly Taxation Committee, and the Committee on Local Government Finance. Developed corrective action plan to remedy all issues. Negotiated with Department of Taxation. o Planning and negotiations with creditors of a $634 million debt portfolio experiencing severe revenue losses.

Director of the Office of Management & Budget, 06/2010-08/2011

o Designed budgetary response to major revenue losses, including a 30% drop in sales tax related revenues and a 16% drop in ad valorem property taxes. Implemented budget reductions totaling $27 million. Staff reductions totaled 32% over two years, from 1,648 to 1,123. o Implemented process improvement program using lean manufacturing tools. First project in business licensing division reduced cycle time from 30-day to 6-day average and generated more than $90,000 a year in savings. o Managed professional staff engaged in Community Development Block Grant program, federal grants program, homelessness initiative and Community Assistance Center, neighborhood stabilization program, low income housing, American Recovery & Reinvestment Act programs, and federal legislative lobbying. o Facilitated intergovernmental negotiations on shared services; including 911 and dispatch, information technology, human resources, purchasing, business licenses, and building permits. Lead author on mandated (AB 494) shared services report to Nevada State Legislature.

Director of Community Relations, 01/2008-06/2010

o Chief spokesperson for the City. o Direct responsibility for public relations, media relations, issue management, crisis communications, Reno TV (channel 213 on Charter Communications), the City's web site (reno.gov), the City's intranet (CORE), advertising, in-house video production, and numerous other print collateral for City of Reno. Reduced overall cost of community relations function by $1.1 million between 2008 and 2010. o Managed community relations and ombudsman programs, including a neighborhood services program, eight Neighborhood Advisory Boards, the Community Pride Grant program ($220,000 - $440,000), Reno Direct call center (45,000+ calls per year), and town hall meetings. Knutson Résumé Page 3

o Developed and successfully implemented City of Reno Strategic Communications Plans in 2008-2009 and 2009-2010, identifying audiences, stakeholder needs, strategic messages, message deployment tactics, and measurement. o Developed and implemented crisis communications response plans, including a vote of "no confidence" in a Fire Chief, union conflicts, police officer DUI, major fires, accidents, staff layoffs and service reductions, among others. o Launched Reno's first blog, Around the Arch, in April 2009. Developed and implemented social media communications outreach using Facebook (13,500+ fans), YouTube (127,500+ video views, 187 subscribers), Twitter (3,700+ followers), Flickr, LinkedIn (440+ followers), and Friendfeed. Wrote and established social media policies and procedures. Program won 2011 3CMA Award of Excellence – Social Media.

City of Coral Springs, Florida 05/1991-01/2008 135,000 population, $170 million budget, 820 employees, 5 commissioners, council-manager government

Director of Communications & Marketing, 11/2005-01/2008

o Creative and editorial direction of Coral Springs magazine, CityTV (channel 25 on Advanced Cable Communications), CityRadio (AM 1670), the City's web site (coralsprings.org), the City's intranet (The Knowledge Network), advertising, public relations, media relations, in-house video production, and other print collateral. o After a 2006 comprehensive redesign, market penetration of Coral Springs magazine, mailed to 53,000 households and commercial addresses, was 72%, well above the major local daily, the South Florida Sun-Sentinel, at 46%. (Readership as a percent of total population.) This was a significant increase from 60% in 2006. In 2007 was awarded 3CMA's Savvy Award for best magazine. o Planned campaign, wrote and directed design of advocacy materials for a General Obligation bond issue that generated 84% votes in favor of the referendum during a period of public concern over tax rates. The campaign won the 2006 3CMA Award of Excellence - Community Issue. o Resident satisfaction with communications in Coral Springs rose from 89% in 2005 to 92% in 2007. Satisfaction ratings for major communications vehicles in 2007 included 83% for CityTV, 91% for the magazine, and 89% for the website. o Developed and implemented crisis communications response plans, including major hurricane devastation, economic and financial crises, a blimp crash, elected official arrests, officer-involved shootings, ethics violations, and others.

Budget & Strategic Planning Manager, 10/1998-11/2005

o Managed the preparation and execution of an annual operating budget of up to $135 million and a capital budget of $15 million for a large municipality (population 132,000), maintaining or lowering ad valorem tax rates each year, from 1998 through 2005. o Created strategic planning process that linked policy direction to operations at all levels. Directed a professional staff that created reports, forecasts, variance analyses, trend analyses, financial models, and feasibility studies for revenues, programs, and capital acquisitions. Prepared and delivered financial and statistical reports and presentations. Established policies and internal controls. Performed internal audits and program evaluations. o Developed, wrote, designed, and published Strategic Plan, Business Plan and Budget documents that won the Government Finance Officers Association Distinguished Budget Presentation Award from 1998 through 2005. For Knutson Résumé Page 4

2001 through 2005, budget documents were given additional designations as an "Outstanding Policy Document," "An Outstanding Communications Device," "An Outstanding Financial Plan," and as an "Outstanding Operations Guide." Received special recognitions for Capital Improvement Program and for integration of performance measures numerous times. o Mostly based on the strategic planning model and financial results, City of Coral Springs General Obligation Bonds and Water & Sewer Bonds were rated AAA by Moodys, Standard & Poors, and Fitch-ICBA from 1998 through 2005. o Managed organization-wide performance measurement system, linking operational management to strategic goals. Performed performance audits and analyzed results. Selected and implemented ActiveStrategy as performance management system. Charter member of the Florida Benchmarking Consortium. Charter participant in ICMA Center for Performance Measurement. o Directed managed competition program. Wrote winning bid for City's Utility Billing Team during privatization of billing function. Wrote winning bid for operation and maintenance of a 60 acre community park. Wrote successful bid to provide neighboring city with Fire Rescue service in 2004. Successfully outsourced ongoing park maintenance and management of a performing arts center. o Central participant in implementing quality management program based on Baldrige criteria, culminating in 1997 and 2003 Florida Governor's Sterling Awards and the 2007 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality Award for Performance Excellence, making Coral Springs the first government to earn the Baldrige Award. Served as a Sterling Examiner in 2001-2002. Coral Springs was also selected as the first entity to receive the Florida League of Cities' City of Excellence Award in 2004 and was listed in Money Magazine's Ten Best Places to Live in 2006. o Coral Springs' Strategic Planning process was used as a best practice model for performance measurement in the National Partnership for Reinventing Government and the American Quality & Productivity Center, and was a case study in Bob Paladino's Five Key Principles of Corporate Performance Management (2007) and Shayne Kavanagh's Financing the Future: Long-Term Financial Planning for Local Government (2007). Budget process was featured in the 2001 edition of GFOA's Best Practices in Public Budgeting.

Senior Budget Analyst, 07/1996-10/1998 Museum Director, Coral Springs Museum of Art, 10/1995-07/1996 Director of Event Services, Professional Facilities Management, 10/1994-10/1995 Acting General Manager, Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 04/1994-10/1994 Business & Information Systems Manager, Coral Springs Center for the Arts, 05/1991-04/1994 Box Office Manager, Omni Auditorium, Broward Community College, 10/1989-05/1991 Sound Engineer/Stage Hand/Gaffer's Assistant, Freelance/Self-employed, 06/1982-05/1991 Overseas service in the US Army, 3rd Infantry Division, 12/1984-12/1986 (Honorable discharge, 10/1992)

Education

Senior Executives in State & Local Government John F. Kennedy School of Government, Harvard University, 2011 Leadership Development Program Center for Creative Leadership, 2007 Advanced Government Finance Institute University of Wisconsin - Madison, 2005 Certificate in Strategic Management Florida Institute of Government, 2000 Certified Public Pension Trustee Florida Public Pension Trustees Association, 2006 - 2008 Incident Command System Certificates Federal Emergency Management Administration, 2006 - 2010 Board of Examiners Training Florida Sterling Council, 2000 Knutson Résumé Page 5

Master of Fine Arts in Creative Writing Florida International University, 1995 Bachelor of Arts in English Florida International University, 1991 Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts Broward College, 1988

Recent Professional Activities

International City/County Management Association (ICMA) Selected as conference chair for 2013 annual conference Achieved Credentialed Manager designation, 2011 Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) “Financial Recovery: A 12-Step Process for Regaining Financial Health”, webinar, September 21, 2011 “Managing Perceptions”, Government Finance Review, December 2010 “Advanced Tools for Finance Directors: Long-Term Financial Planning”, regional Conference, March 22-23, 2010 Distinguished Budget Award reviewer City-County Communications & Marketing Association (3CMA) Communicator of the Year, 2011 Award of Excellence - Social Media, 2011 Conference co-chair for the 20th Anniversary National Conference, Lake Tahoe, Nevada, 2008 “Leveraging Baldrige for Performance Management”, conference presentation, 2008 Professional Relations Society of America (PRSA) Board member, Vice President of Programming, Sierra Nevada Chapter

Personal Attributes

o In a 2007 Center for Creative Leadership Benchmarks 360-degree review, the greatest strengths identified by superiors, peers, and direct reports included being a quick study, resourcefulness, straightforwardness and composure, doing whatever it takes, and leading employees. In a second 360-degree designed to identify leadership competencies, highest scores were for ethics, leading change, embracing flexibility, and leveraging differences. The lowest score for any of the 11 competencies was 4.48 on a five point Likert scale. o The ICMA Management Practices Applied Knowledge Assessment in 2011 showed an overall score of 91% (as compared to the ICMA median of 84%) and identified scores significantly higher than the median (15 points or more) in the following core content areas: staff effectiveness; initiative, risk taking, creativity and innovation; technological literacy; budgeting; financial analysis; human resources management; strategic planning; and media relations. o Team creativity climate assessment in 2007 showed very high scores from direct reports for supervisory encouragement, work group supports, and freedom.

For further information, please visit http://www.linkedin.com/in/kevinknutson and http://www.kevinknutson.us/ LaShonda Smith 1518 Greenport Avenue Rowland Heights, California 91748 Phone: (626) 367-0989 E-mail: [email protected]

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE THE CITY OF WEST COVINA West Covina, California Management Intern March 2012-Present  Assist Mid-Management, Department Heads or City Executives by providing administrative and technical support in planning, budgeting, analysis and coordination of various assignments and/or projects.  Conduct research and collect data for City-wide studies, functions, and/or projects.  Assist management staff with all departmental activities.  Analyze data gather and formulate sound recommendations.  Assist with the preparation, analysis and administration of the department budget.  Assist staff in the resolution of problems or issues.  Write reports and summaries for management, department heads or City executives.  Maintain appropriate records and files.  Interact with the public, City staff, elected official, committee members, representatives of other organizations and businesses.  Organize and monitor city contracts, projects, reports and assignments.  Attend various public meetings, commission meetings, department meetings, City Council sessions.

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS March 2011-Present Anaheim, California Private Tutor  Tutor children K-12 in reading, mathematics, vocabulary, comprehension, and oral reading.  Maintain proper documentation of students’ progress and school district documentation.

TRINITY UNLIMITED NON-PROFIT CHILD CARE CENTER May 2007-March 2011 (Full Time) March 2011-Present (Contract) Compton, California Office Manager and Executive Administrative Assistant  Served as primary assistant and office manager to the Board of Directors.  Handled administrative matters including: coordination of the Director's schedule, received and reviewed all incoming correspondence and drafted responses, coordinated travel arrangements, managed time cards for employees, and prepared various reports.  Provided constituent services to all patrons and resolved any of their inquiries.  Represented the center as the liaison to the South Bay Workforce Investment Board, Child & Adult Care Food Program (CACFP), with various government-contracting agencies, other non-profits, and private/public donors.  Wrote, managed, and reconciled government grants that provided services to with diverse children and parents from various socioeconomic, linguistic, and racial backgrounds.  Managed personnel matters including screening of employee applications, conducted interviews, maintained compliance with California State Licensing Requirements.  Planned fundraising events, organized volunteer campaign, and developed organization’s website.

THE LOAN SPECIALIST GROUP September 2006-May 2007 Westchester, California Residential Loan Officer  Managed over 1,000 loan applications from start to finish.  Maintained close relationships with clients and assisted them with pre-qualification of their loans and ran property comparisons.  Developed relationships with local real estate professionals.

ROWLAND UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT Summer 2003 & 2004 Rowland Heights, California Summer Arts Academy Recreational Drama Instructor

 Developed lesson plan and instructed over 120 students in daily drama exercises.  Assisted in coordination of annual musical productions.  Designed and created backdrops, props, and costumes for the final production.

ORAL ROBERTS UNIVERSITY 2001-2003 Tulsa, Oklahoma Receptionist  Provided general office support to the University in the Maintenance Division while pursuing my degree as a student.  Operated various office machines, processed student records, scheduled maintenance appointments, and assigned students to dormitories.

EDUCATION Masters in Public Administration 2011 California State Polytechnic University, Pomona  Thesis Title-Non-Profit Financial Sustainability: Applying Revenue Diversification Theory to Non-profit Child Care

Bachelor of Arts in Government, Emphasis in Pre-Law 2005 Oral Roberts University, Tulsa, Oklahoma

CERTIFICATIONS & COMMUNITY/EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES  California Department of Real Estate License (September 2006)  Sunday School Instructor and Children’s Choir Director at Mt. Sinai Church (Pomona, California) LAURA MARIE BRAITHWAITE (714) 362-7003 | [email protected] | 900 State Street B158, Salem, OR 97301 SKILLS / QUALIFICATIONS  MBA Candidate specializing in public management with experience in customer service, community outreach and public affairs  Dedicated to public service, seeking a career in government administration  Experienced in team leadership and process improvement with a record of exceeding performance goals  Thorough knowledge of all Microsoft Office products, Minitab, and SAP EDUCATION Willamette University, Atkinson Graduate School of Management, Salem, OR Master of Business Administration Candidate, May ’13  Worked in an eight person team for GEM Children’s Foundation, an organization devoted to assist families of children with special needs in the Marion-Polk County with essential health and educational resources; developed an indebt project plan for their goal of developing a children’s hospital in Salem, Oregon Willamette University, College of Liberal Arts, Salem, OR Bachelor of Arts, Economics and Politics May ’12  Completed a senior thesis which quantified the impact of the Section 8 program on Portland’s private housing market  Co-chair of Senior Fund Drive, organized fundraiser for the most successful, financial and participation wise class gift to university LEADERSHIP & ACCOMPLISHMENTS Panhellenic Council Executive Board, Willamette University  Vice-President of Administration: Managed a $25,000 budget; instituted a self-sustaining scholarship foundation to assist sorority members with financial endeavors and received recognition from National Panhellenic Council  Vice-President of External Programming: Organized campus-wide events hosted through the Panhellenic Council—raising over $2,000 dollars for Marion County Polk Food Share during my term of office Delta Gamma Sorority, Beta Pi Chapter, Willamette University  Vice-President of Finance: Managed a $250,000 budget and gained recognition from the Delta Gamma Executive Offices for the financial improvement and the success of the chapter  Vice-President of Foundation and Foundation Events: Promoted community service and served as a liaison between chapter and the Northwest Association for Blind Athletes; organized a campus-wide philanthropic event, Anchor Splash, doubling the previous year’s donation Office of Student Affairs, Willamette University  Opening Days Leader: Served as a mentor for incoming students to assist adjustment to collegiate life at Willamette University for two years. Specialized in educating community service opportunities for incoming students—promoting Willamette’s community motto, “not unto ourselves alone are we born.”  Coordinator of the Backpack Project: Organized a holiday backpack drive for HOME Youth and Resource Center, gathering backpacks and donations for at-risk teens in the Salem-Keizer area, resulting in a 300% increase from previous year’s donations  Take a Break: Spent winter break with a group of students, rebuilding a lost home in New Orleans after Hurricane Katrina EXPERIENCE Powell Real Estate Valuation Salem, OR Market Analyst Intern Jan ‘12 – Present Project: Determining market values and projections for apartment rents in the Salem-Keizer region for educational purposes Contacted property managers to gather research to develop approximate market values for an appraisal firm  Represented the firm to outside organizations taking part in study  Responsible for all research, communication, and the final completion of a market report for appraisal firm and outside agencies Willamette University, Office of Annual Giving Salem, OR Lead Telefund Caller Aug ‘10–Present Project: Coaching, managing, and hiring for Willamette University’s community and fundraising program Developed relationships with alumni, parents, and community members to fundraise for Willamette University  Personally raised over $50,000 and used strategic abilities to manage the most successful Telefund team in the history of Willamette, exceeding team goal of $290,000  Filled an integral role of caller training, supervising, recruiting, and hiring of a new Director of Annual Giving LAURIE BOYCE 21213 Liberty Street NE, Aurora, Oregon 97002 503-678-2670 [email protected]

HIGHLIGHTS OF QUALIFICATIONS Administration

 Extensive experience in personnel and office administration services  Computer Software:  Microsoft Office Word, Excel, Outlook, and Power Point  Springbrook Financial Software  Utilization of internet platforms  QuickBooks Pro Software  Skilled in handling the public with professionalism and sensitivity  Strong commitment to cooperative teamwork  Entrusted with daily delivery of highly sensitive and valuable materials  Recorded and distributed Planning Commission and City Council minutes and agendas  Distributed the Water Resource Standing Committee minutes and agendas  Ability to research, interpret, prepare and maintain a variety of information and documents requiring knowledge of specific program requirements and terminology  Updated and maintained Policy and Procedure Manual on a timely basis

Bookkeeping

 Over 8 years experience of bookkeeping including payroll  Handled petty cash fund  Prepared payroll and all reports  Assisted with accounts payable and accounts receivable  Supported annual auditing and tax efforts of CPA firm  Assisted the Finance Officer in budget preparation  Contributed annually to budget development and strategic planning processes

Communication Skills

 Utilized technology tools as a method to enhance communication to include written materials, presentations to groups, spreadsheets and databases  Regularly exercise tact, patience and discretion when communicating with co-workers, customers, public and private partner agencies and businesses  Effective problem solver with issues between co-workers, agency partners, state and federal partners and customers

Human Resources

 Responsible for all employee records  Administered the employee benefits  Administered personnel and payroll procedures, policies and systems to meet LAURIE BOYCE 21213 Liberty Street NE, Aurora, Oregon 97002 503-678-2670 [email protected]

management and employee needs  Interfaced with legal staff when addressing discipline and grievances

Management

 Over 6 years’ in management  Offered management support services to the office staff  Trained, guided, and directed staff of two

Records Management

 Knowledge of and experience in records management  Ability to organize and maintain documents both in hard copy and electronic formats

Work History

City of Lafayette, Lafayette, Oregon 10/2010 – 03/2011 Assistant City Administrator

City of Aurora, Aurora, Oregon 11/1997 – 11/2009 City Recorder/Human Resources

Education

Accounting Chemeketa Community College Salem, Oregon

Certificates/Associates Degrees

Professional Secretary Associates of Applied Science Legal Secretary Associates of Applied Science Clerical Technology Certificate

Licenses

Certified Municipal Clerk Certification International Institute of Municipal Recorders Notary Public Secretary of State’s Office

Professional Organizations

International Institute of Municipal Recorders Oregon Association of Municipal Recorders Oregon Association for Court Administration Lesley J. Barewin 816 SE 29th Avenue #306 Portland, Oregon 97214 Phone: 503.740.8574. Email: [email protected]

Skills Summary:  Extensive knowledge and experience working with public agencies on multimodal transportation planning.  Dedicated to addressing the critical link between our built environments and public health.  Excellent coordination experience, works well in collaboration and independently.  Strong organizational and project management skills.  Communicates ideas clearly and effectively, both verbally and in writing.  Data analysis and technical writing skills.  Advanced MS Office Skills, data entry and GIS.  Demonstrated ability to manage and contribute to complex projects.

Professional Experience:

Oregon Food Bank, Volunteer with Nutrition Education Program Portland, Oregon (October 2010-current)  I work in a team setting to deliver nutrition education programming through 6-week cooking classes using Share Our Strength’s Cooking Matters curriculum.  Partner with community organizations to teach limited income adults, children and families how to manage limited food dollars, how to make healthier food choices and the importance of safe food handling.  Assists in evaluating the program and providing feedback to improve education delivery.  Currently, working with OFB staff on an action plan to increase volunteer recruitment and retention for nutrition education classes in East Multnomah County.

Multnomah County Portland, Oregon (April 2011 – October 2011) (contract position)

Research Assistant, Multnomah County Public Health  Performed a literature review with the program Healthy Communities by Design (HCBD) and community partners to understand how urban environments impacts peoples’ health and researched innovative ways to improve public participation among diverse communities in the public planning process. Transportation Planner, Multnomah County Land Use and Transportation Planning  Developed a new Safe Routes to School program in coordination with partners from Reynolds School District and Troutdale Elementary School.  Prepared and won a $4,000 grant for a "Walking School Bus" program at Troutdale Elementary to help more children walk to school safely.  Coordinated and co-wrote two successful funding applications securing $4 million in transportation funding from Metro, and Oregon Department of Transportation, to improve access to bus service, add sidewalks and bike lanes along a street in the City of Wood Village  Wrote and coordinated a road safety audit with recommendations to improve safety and conditions for all users along a critical stretch of roadway in Multnomah County.

Regional Planner, Metro Regional Government (Contract position) Portland, Oregon (September 2009 – June 2010)

2035 Regional Transportation Plan (RTP)  Co-authored a chapter of the RTP and analyzed how four transportation investments could impact green house gas emissions, people’s access to trails, and access to multi-modal travel options.  Solved a major mapping problem working in a team to inventory missing projects and correctly map 1,000 transportation projects for twenty-five jurisdictions and 3 counties. 2010 EPA Smart Growth Achievement Award  Won a national EPA smart growth planning achievement award for Metro’s Making the Greatest Place effort that ties together transportation and land use policies to achieve regional goals, which resulted in two Metro Councilors accepting the award in Washington D.C. Active Transportation  Worked with a team to develop quantitative and qualitative criteria and develop a methodology to identify regional active transportation projects with the greatest potential for increasing and integrating bicycling, walking and transit. Oregon Metropolitan Planning Organization Consortium (OMPOC)  Researched national transit systems and funding sources and drafted memorandums to educate OMPOC members on long-term transit funding solutions in Oregon.

Transportation Planner, City of Portland Bureau of Transportation (Contract position) Portland, Oregon, (October 2008– Nov. 2009)

Event Planning and Policy Development  Developed new policy language for the new Bicycle Master Plan (BMP) as a member of the Policy Working Group.  Lead the research and analysis of policy language and produced a plan document that showed which policy changes would best support City bicycle transportation goals.  Researched best design practices for integration of streetcars and bicycles, published in Design Guidelines of the BMP.  Coordinated and staffed community volunteers for six city wide BMP open house events to engage the public and get feedback to help direct the plan. Surveys and analysis  Analyzed community survey data and wrote three reports detailing commute and transportation behavior for people who live and work in three central city districts in Portland.  Created a survey sent to businesses and property owners in the Central Eastside Industrial District to understand their transportation issues and concerns.

Internships: City of Milwaukie (2006-2007) I researched and responded to land use and zoning questions from Milwaukie residents, developers and the general public. I coordinated a downtown Milwaukie parking inventory where I organized data collection methods and then created graphics illustrating parking volumes during peak hours for the Transportation System Plan and reported findings to staff.

Active Living by Design (2005) I collaborated with community members and partner organizations to create a survey to determine the interest and feasibility of a farmers market in the Lents neighborhood, organized events to distribute a survey to Lent’s residents and analyzed survey data and reported findings to a community group in Lents.

Community Cycling Center, Event Coordinator for Holiday Bike Drive (2001) I obtained food donations from local businesses for 150 volunteers, coordinated volunteers and performed group orientations and organized a staffing schedule of volunteers for the event that provided over 1,000 bicycles for low-income families with children.

Education: Master of Urban and Regional Planning, Portland State University (2007) Bachelor of Liberal Arts, The Evergreen State College (2001)

Volunteer Work: Oregon Food Bank (ongoing volunteer with Nutrition Education Program) IRCO (Immigrant and Refugee Community Organization, Adult ESL Teacher) Portland International Film Festival (Festival volunteer 2001-2008) Community Cycling Center (Coordinator of Holiday Bike Drive in 2001) Growing Gardens (Youth grow educator) LOUISE LACORTE EICHHORN

1055 Los Viboras Road • Hollister, CA 95023 (831) 636-8724 [email protected]

SUMMARY

. Committed to achieving goals, earning staff’s respect and support, and staying abreast in the field . Professional, diplomatic, flexible, focused, calm, and has a sense of humor

PROFILE

. LEADING PEOPLE AND TEAMS / EFFECTIVE LEADERSHIP AND SUPERVISORY PRACTICES Mentored staff towards personal growth, higher education and promotional opportunities . UNDERSTANDING OF BUDGETING, AUDITS, FINANCIAL REPORTS AND PROCESSES Developed budgets of $20 million, evaluated budgets meeting criteria established to achieve the Excellence Award given by the California Society of Municipal Finance Officers, performed and coordinated internal audits, prepared annual financial statements for the controller . MANAGING TECHNOLOGY AND INNOVATION / EXPERT LEVEL OF EXCEL, WORD, MICROSOFT OUTLOOK Designed Cost Accounting Programs, Flow Charts, Tracking Systems and Organizational Charts, Conversion of Chart of Accounts for new financial software . UNDERSTANDING OF RECORDS MANAGEMENT Developed a Records Management System complete with a Cross Referencing Guide . SERVING CUSTOMERS Developed networking relationships with internal and external staff, provided solutions with concerned customers, collections on past due accounts

EXPERIENCE

. Accountant, Midpeninsula Regional Open Space District (2011-2012) . Management Analyst, City of Morgan Hill Public Works (2001-2011) . Senior Secretary, City of Fresno Public Utilities (1990-2001) . Account Clerk, City of Fresno Finance/Utility Billing (1984-1990) . Volunteer : Developmentally Disabled, Victim Services, Community Services, Non-Profit Organizations

KEY STRENGTHS, QUALIFICATIONS, & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

. Prepared and presented budgets to executive management (approx. $20 Million) . Assisted in the development of Request for Expressed Interest . Created specifications on Request for Proposals . Evaluated Proposals and obtained approval for funding of Capital Equipment Purchases . Prepared, managed, and administered agreements for maintenance services, including review of insurance certificates and qualifications . Compiled and prepared reports to State and Federal Regulatory Agencies . Managed budgets for 20 sub-areas of an assessment district, reversing negative balances . Administered department payroll of over 125 employees, following Union Agreements, Fair Labor Standards Act, Family Medical Leave and OSHA related laws . Managed a full-function accounting office: Accounts Receivable, Accounts Payable, Debt Service, Fixed Assets, Land Acquisitions, Tax Reports, Utility Billing and Collections . Supervised, Trained and Evaluated Staff LOUISE A. EICHHORN RÉSUMÉ PAGE 2

. Developed Procedures Manuals, Employee Handbook, and Departmental Policies . Researched and presented findings on current and future legislation actions and regulations . Developed and managed Performance Measures . Planned and organized special events . Develop useable systems thereby improving efficiencies such as cost accounting, flow charts, procedures, and handbooks, financial accounting systems

EDUCATION, MEMBERSHIP, & AWARDS

. MASTER OF BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, MANAGEMENT & STRATEGY (ESTIMATED 2012) Western Governors University, Salt Lake City, Utah . BACHELOR OF SCIENCE, RECREATION ADMINISTRATION, THERAPEUTIC California State University, Fresno, Fresno, CA Minor in Business Administration, Additional Core classes in Psychology . ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE, NATURAL SCIENCE Gavilan Community College, Gilroy, CA

MEMBERSHIPS . California Society of Municipal Finance Officers (CSMFO) . Municipal Management Association of Northern California (MMANC) . International Association of Administrative Professionals (IAAP)

AWARDS OR ACHIEVEMENTS . Budgeting & Management Reporting Committee, CSMFO, 2010 . City of Morgan Hill Peak Performance Award-Teamwork, 2003 and 2008 . President, Vice President, Treasurer, Fresno Chapter, IAAP, 1997-2001 . Administrative Professional of the Year, 1999 . Speakers Chair, California Division Conference, IAAP, 1996

MARISSA K. DANIELS 10405 SW Titan Ln, Tigard, OR 97224 Cell: 503-502-6381 Email: [email protected]

“The quality and Planning, Communications, and Sustainability Professional professionalism of Marissa’s work is A resourceful professional with a dynamic and diverse network. Motivated with an consistently excellent. She enthusiasm to discover and implement new ideas. Over five years of work experience, with pays careful attention to specific expertise in urban planning, public involvement, and sustainability. Reputation as an all of her work products to urban planner with a special ability in outreach and public involvement. Values collaboration, assure they meet high equity, and community livability. standards in content and message.” Qualifications and knowledge include: 2011 Performance Review  Urban Planning and Land Use Excerpt, City of Tigard  Meeting Facilitation & Community Outreach  Local Government Policies and Practices “You work hard to create  Best Practices related to public involvement and communications and routinely contribute to  Environmental Planning and Policy an atmosphere of  Sustainability & Green Building Principles collaboration and  Community Development cooperation with your  Project Management colleagues as well as the  Qualitative and Quantitative Data Analysis community representatives you encounter.” EXPERIENCE 2010 Performance Review Excerpt, City of Tigard CITY OF TIGARD

Associate Planner October 2006 – Present “Your job knowledge and  Responsible for communication and public involvement activities for the Community quality of work related to Development Department; includes a broad range of methods used and project types public involvement and  Frequently represents the Department at City Council and community meetings, outreach is excellent. You internally, or for media purposes are able to use a variety of  Experience in working to implement organizational change through participation in communication tools to the city’s workplace values effort produce high quality and  Known for ability to create and implement public involvement plans, build and accurate products.” maintain community relationships, and advocate for meaningful citizen engagement 2009 Performance Review Excerpt, City of Tigard Assistant Planner

 Managed Tigard’s Comprehensive Land Use Plan’s public engagement efforts, Plan “Marissa has added a was adopted as twelve separate Comprehensive Plan Amendments over two years new dimension to and included over 200 public meetings Community Development  Increased the utility of the City’s Committee for Citizen Involvement to leverage that enhances its image meaningful citizen engagement as staff liaison to the Committee and reputation with the  Researched, Developed, and presented Natural Hazards and Citizen Involvement public. Her work has also Comprehensive Plan policy chapters increased the effectiveness  Maintained Community Development web content of the Department to deliver services.” Temporary Assistant Planner 2008 Performance Review Excerpt, City of Tigard  Assisted in development of Tigard’s Comprehensive Plan Resource Document  Assisted in the implementation of new annexation policy MARISSA K. DANIELS 10405 SW Titan Ln, Tigard, OR 97224 Cell: 503-502-6381 Email: [email protected]

“She is very responsive to CENTER FOR SMART BUILDING AND COMMUNITY DESIGN, NOAA Honolulu, HI staff and the public. She SEAGRANT COLLEGE PROGRAM meets her commitments, Senior Thesis December 2005 – May 2006 and can be depended upon  Presented thesis detailing the use, supply, and conservation of fresh water on the to produce high quality and University of Hawaii at Manoa campus well thought out work.” 2007 Performance Review 24 HOUR FITNESS Portland, OR and Excerpt, City of Tigard Honolulu, HI Kids Club Supervisor June 2004 – July 2007  Supervised staff of seven to nine Kids Club Attendants, each responsible for up to ten

children at one time

Kids Club Attendant, Pro Shop Attendant, Front Desk Representative  Upheld high customer service standards  Achieved daily and long term individual sales goals Pertinent Special Skills:

EDUCATION

Proven ability to multitask MARYLHURST UNIVERSITY Marylhurst, OR Masters of Business Administration in Sustainable Business January 2010 - June 2011

 Sigma Beta Delta International Honor Society for Business, Management, and Strong written and oral Administration communication skills  Completed concentration in Green Development: Environmental Law, Urban Planning Fundamentals, and Sustainable Development for Sustainable Communities Extremely self-motivated UNIVERSITY OF HAWAI’I AT MANOA Honolulu, HI Bachelor of Science in Global Environmental Science August 2002 – August 2006  Elective Courses: Environmental Economics, Modeling Natural Systems, and Successful in building Introduction to Planning relationships and working in  Service learning projects: Bin-I mentoring program for elementary public school team environments students, and Adopt an Ahupua’a Hawaiian restoration program PROFESSIONAL AND VOLUNTEER ASSOCIATIONS Ability to make complex technical issues easy to  Member, International Association for Public Participation understand  Member, International Society of Sustainability Professionals  Member, Emerging Local Government Leaders  Volunteer, Tigard Public Library Friendly Visitor Program  Volunteer, Roosevelt High School Eager to learn new things

Max G. Bernstein 133 NW Trinity PL #3 Portland, OR 97209 (503) 490-6623 [email protected]

PROFILE Recent graduate of Portland State University specializing in Local Government within the Masters of Public Administration (MPA) program. Undergraduate of the University of Portland. Seeking employment within public sector, preferably local government. Proficient in reporting and analysis, public administration, programs and planning, and customer service.

EMPLOYMENT City of Portland Employed from February 2011 to Present Intern/Project Manager Supporting management for the Office of Neighborhood Involvement through reporting and analysis of grant management and fiscal appropriations are priorities for this role. Supplemental tasks include developing briefing materials and tracking project data for Portland’s seven neighborhood associations, with focus on leveraged finances.

AllMed HealthCare Management Employed from November 2008 to April 2010 Medical Review Processor/Professional Standards Assistant Creating, editing, and managing complex third-party hospital and insurance reviews through a secure, online portal were the primary focuses for this position. Other duties include project management, overseeing the recruitment and development of peer physician specialists, and the maintenance of company databases.

Adidas Corporation Employed from October 2007 to October 2008 Consumer Relations Representative Spearheading front-line communication between consumers, retailers, and schools with adidas, supporting customer retention, and capturing market perception were the essential priorities of this role.

Momentum Market Intelligence Employed from January 2007 to June 2007 Research Support Ensured quality control for various research reports and database management for a market research firm were principal responsibilities. Creating templates, supporting data teams, and ensuring content accuracy within reports were other areas of expertise for this position.

Wells Fargo Employed from May 2006 to January 2007 Banker Training Account maintenance and the selling of financial products were the highest priorities of this area, along with offering financial services to a wide variety of clientele. Also responsible for the general promotion and local business product tracking for one of Oregon’s busiest consumer branches.

KPTV Fox12 News Team Employed from May 2005 to July 2005 News Intern Supported the production of the most popular 10’oclock newscast in the country, KPTV. Wrote and edited top news stories, assisted reporting news crews in the field, assisted other critical aspects of the show.

University of Portland Physical Plant Purchasing Assistant Employed from May 2003 to May 2006 Coordinated the purchasing equipment, supplies, and other materials; ensured that the general maintenance of the University of Portland was above University standards, maintained inventory of necessary materials. EDUCATION Portland State University Years attended (2009 to 2011)

Graduated December 2011 from the Masters of Public Administration (MPA) program with a specialty of Local Government.

University of Portland Years attended (2002 to 2006)

Graduate of the class of 2006, Communications major and History minor.

PROFICIENCIES ▪Advanced user of Microsoft Office ▪Knowledge and implementation of public administration theory and practice ▪Excellent communication skills ▪Skilled with database management, reporting, project management, analysis ▪Advanced knowledge of search engines, market research ▪Types 90 Words Per Minute ▪Eight years of customer service experience

References supplied upon request.

Megan Messmer 2802 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy. #H  Portland, OR 97239  503-871-6643  [email protected]

Objective To advance my knowledge, understanding, and experience in local government management.

Education Portland State University – Portland, OR Master in Public Administration – Local Government Specialization Expected Graduation June 2012 Linfield College – McMinnville, OR Bachelor of Arts in Business Management & Political Science Graduated May 2010  Studied abroad at the National University of Ireland, Galway – January through May 2009

Experience Budget Analyst, City of Mt. Angel, OR January 2012 – present  Assist in the development of the FY 2012-13 budget with the goal of achieving the GFOA award for budget presentation. Project Coordinator, Oregon Emerging Local Government Leaders Network August 2011 – present

 Organize monthly luncheons and events.

 Maintain website, media outlets, listserv, membership list, and correspondence. Senior Program Assistant, National Policy Consensus Center, PSU December 2010 – present

 Provide project support for NPCC organizations – OR Solutions, OR Consensus, & Policy Consensus Initiative. Intern, City of Dayton, OR September 2011 – December 2011  Organizing and updating human resources material and records.  Researching grant opportunities and participating in regional meetings. Community Development Programs Analyst, City of Banks, OR February 2011 – September 2011

 Organize community projects and programs for various city committees.

 Provide staff support for committee directed projects. Student Researcher, Policy Consensus Initiative, PSU September 2010 – December 2010

 Project research, case study write-ups, schedule meetings, assist in organizing the annual conference, etc. Intern, Policy Consensus Initiative, PSU June 2009 – January 2010  Map government agencies, create case studies, update member directories, etc. Student Program Assistant, Linfield College Learning Support Services September 2007 – May 2010  Schedule appointments for students and faculty to meet with various professional staff.  Develop program procedures, enter student data into computer database, and perform office tasks.  Maintain and set up AV equipment for students. Guest Services, The Oregon Garden June 2007 – September 2010  Customer support services in the Visitor’s Center.  Act as ‘Manager on Duty’ – including opening, closing, ordering, inventory, computer systems, etc. Legislative Intern, League of Oregon Cities June 2006 – August 2006  Research legislative issues, create databases, update website, organize committee meetings, and Hometown Voices program set-up.

Megan Messmer 2802 SW Beaverton Hillsdale Hwy. #H  Portland, OR 97239  503-871-6643  [email protected]

Activities

Oregon Emerging Local Government Leaders Network – Coordinator August 2011 – present

Public Administration Student Association, PSU – Board Member June 2011 – present

Linfield College Circle K – Vice President/Treasurer September 2006 – December 2008

Faculty Judicial Council, Linfield College – Student Representative September 2007 – December 2008

Student Judicial Board, Linfield College – Board Member September 2006 – December 2008

Circle K Representative, Linfield College Student Senate September 2006 – May 2008

Professional Development & Membership

Basic Local Budget Law Workshop, Oregon Department of Revenue February 2012

Community Development Block Grant Application Training, Washington County August 2011

Land Use Planning Training, League of Oregon Cities March 2011

International City/County Management Association Current Member

Oregon City/County Management Association Current Member

Oregon Emerging Local Government Leaders Network Current Member

References

Available Upon Request

Melanie D. Purcell, CPFO 810 Ames 865/360-7292 Palo Alto, CA 94303 [email protected]

Over 18 years of government finance and management experience specializing in:  Strategic budgeting- designing collaborative and creative methods for stretching resources in constrained environments; forecasting and long-term planning for financial stability  Human and financial resources management, employee relations, and organizational design and development  Communications and engagement with employees and citizens

Assistant City Manager, April – November 2011 City of Norfolk, VA $1.3 billion budget; 3800 full-time + 2200 part-time employees; 242,800 population Supervised Budget & Grants Management, Communications, Information Technology, and Human Resources. Served as Acting Human Resources Director and Civil Service Commission Secretary, supervising 30 staff.  Redesigned Human Resources processes, communications, training, and employee relations units.  Structured employee driven initiatives for engagement, recognition, safety, and wellness including dedicated and funded committees for policy and program development;  Designed and implemented first city-wide supervisor training program in over a decade;  Initiated priority setting with City Council; and  Evaluated Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) options for comprehensive, organization-wide solution.

Assistant Director, September 2008 – April 2011 Knoxville, TN University of Tennessee Municipal Technical Advisory Service $6 million budget; 55 employees; 347 cities/~2500+ customers Supervised field consulting services, including 30 general management and specialty consultants, for a state-wide, university-based municipal consulting practice. Provided technical assistance to local governments of all sizes with budgeting, finance, performance management, municipal operations, and strategic planning. Served as Interim Director March – July, 2010.  Managed the Tennessee Municipal Benchmarking Program and conducted legislative and topic research;  Taught courses in municipal budgeting, personal finance, performance management, budget forecasting, and strategies for local government fiscal distress to elected and appointed officials, professional associations, and civic groups.

Budget Manager, January 2007 – September 2008 Washoe County, NV $887 million budget; ~2000 employees; 400,000 population Managed budget development and administration. Conducted revenue and expenditure projections including sales and property tax analysis. Supervised 8 budget analysts and served as Acting Finance Director during incumbent’s absence. Managed account structure in SAP Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system.  Managed Capital Improvement Program and assisted with special projects and financial analysis including debt financing, budget reductions, operations reorganization; and  Facilitated department strategic analysis and programmatic cost-benefit evaluation in Juvenile Services, Building, District Health Department, and Community Development.

1 M. Purcell Deputy City Manager- Financial Services, March 2005 – March 2007 City of Howell, MI $35 million budget; 50 employees; 10,000 population Directed financial operations including budgeting, assessing, utility billing, taxes, accounts payable and receivable, purchasing, and payroll.  Developed short- and long-term financial projections and strategies;  Drafted services and operations redesign for Howell Recreation Authority; and  Introduced centralized purchasing initiatives including purchasing card system and evaluation of encumbrance process within BS&A Financial Management software.

Director, Budget Management, March, 2002 – July, 2004 City of Flint, MI $330 million budget; 935 employees; 130,000 population Revamped budget development process, established clear management controls, and restructured capital projects. Recommended management and financial tools to assist recovery in City’s financial crisis; educated elected officials, employees, and public regarding City’s financial conditions and changes in service delivery. Crafted ordinance, charter changes and assisted with labor negotiations and arbitration proceedings. Analyzed state legislation for local impact. Supervised planning, zoning and inspections functions and grant administration including HUD funded initiatives. Supervised up to 30 staff members.  Developed and implemented, as part of Management Team under state appointed Emergency Financial Manager, a Deficit Elimination Plan to address $28 million deficit, including aggressive financial controls to reduce deficit by over 70% with no substantive reduction in public services;  Drove organizational redesign to increase services while eliminating 125+ positions.  Reinstituted code enforcement program by facilitating cooperative efforts by Building Department, Courts, City Attorney, Police and Finance;  Assisted in conversion of financial package from Peoplesoft Financial to BS&A including redesigned account structure.

Downtown Development Authority Director, March, 1999 – March, 2002 City of Plymouth Downtown Development Authority, MI $2 million budget; 2 staff; 300 businesses/50,000 population service area Managed parking system and waste services. Coordinated recruitment, retention, and promotion of quality businesses. Administered Tax Increment Financing and Principal Shopping District.  Creation of Capital Improvement Fund and long-term plan to address infrastructure needs;  Expanded downtown concert series to estimated 1000+ weekly attendance; and  Expanded quarterly promotion publication from 15,000 to over 25,000 units.

Village Manager, April, 1998 – March, 1999 Village of Lake Orion, MI $8 million budget; 35 staff; 3200 population Served as Chief Administrative Officer and Downtown Development Authority Director. Supervised all municipal operations and directed financial management. Administered zoning ordinance.  Implemented first network computer system; and  Oversaw successful construction of largest residential development in over 20 years.

Assistant City Manager, August, 1996 – July, 1997 City of Scottsbluff, NE $50 million budget; 120 full-time employees; 10,000 population Supervised Water, Building & Zoning, and Parks & Recreation and other departments as needed. Served as Human Resources Director and Civil Service Secretary and as Public Information Officer. Negotiated labor contracts and developed Wellness Program. 2 M. Purcell  Established regional recycling program through absorption of non-profit enterprise;  Contracted operations of Waste Water Treatment Plant within 90 days for reduced cost and compliance liability;  Developed Citizen Connection strategy to improve communication and involvement of residents; and  Rewrote Personnel Manual, Annual Budget, and Capital Improvement Plan.

Assistant to the City Administrator, May, 1993 - August, 1996 City of Ann Arbor, MI $250 million budget; 900 employees; 125,000 population Performed budget, economic, and financial analysis including impact of state and federal legislation. Served Downtown Development Authority in absence of Executive Director.  Completed the 1993 Ann Arbor Income Tax Study;  Converted the FY1994/95 Proposed Budget to a full program budget;  Negotiated benefit cost reductions in more than 10 labor contracts; and  Drafted comprehensive purchasing systems review.

Budget Presentation Reviewer, April 1996- Present Govt. Finance Officers Assoc. Review budget documents from local governments in the United States and Canada for compliance with GFOA Budget Presentation Awards standards including as a Policy Document, Financial Plan, Operations Guide, and Communications Document. Have been compensated for additional reviews since 7/2004.

Management Consultant, June 1996 – August 2008 Executive Edge Provided technical and educational services, specializing in budget, management and human resources, concurrent with full-time employment and during period of transition.  City of Saginaw City Council Budget Workshop (07/2006)  Financial Analysis and Systems Design, Flint Young Women’s Christian Association (Spring 2006)  Lecturer, Political Science Department - Eastern Michigan University (Spring 2006), “Politics of Public Budgeting” PLSC352  Assistant Dept. Director for Finance - Milwaukee County Depart. on Aging (8/2004-3/2005) o Drafted strategic reorganization of MCDA Fiscal and Care Management Organization divisions and updated Solvency Plan to address deficits and state contract requirements. o Assisted county-wide financial analysis and review of Human Resources Information Systems proposals.  Drafted Employee Handbook for Surface Interface, Inc. (1999)  Finance Director - City of Hillsdale, MI (2/1998-4/1998): Spearheaded drive to achieve first GFOA Budget Presentation Award

Education: Certified Public Finance Officer- Government Finance Officers Association, #354 (2007) Master of Public Policy Bachelor of Arts - Major: Economics, minor: Mathematics University of Michigan San Francisco State University Advanced graduate studies in Political Science University of Tennessee, University of Nevada-Reno Professional Affiliations: Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) Committee on Retirement & Benefits Administration (01/2006– 12/31/2011) Popular Annual Financial Report Award Reviewer (09/2007- Present)

3 M. Purcell Women’s Network Co-Chair Elect (07/2008– Present) Michigan Local Government Management Association Public Education Committee (2000, 2002-2004, 2005-2006) Michigan Municipal Finance Officers Association Legislative Committee (2003-2004, 2005-2006)

Publications/ Research:  Government Finance Review, “Fiscal Constraints & Workforce Management” (pending), “Human Resources as a Budget Building Block” (pending), “More than Just Cuts” (11/2009); “Best Practices: Healthcare Cost Containment Strategies” (04/2009); Co-author- “Fiscal First Aid” (10/2008)  GFOA Women’s Network Conference Newsletter ,“Personal Fiscal Health” (06/2009)  Association of Budgeting and Financial Management, “Severe Storm Watch throughout Michigan: Financial Emergency Predictors” (10/2006)  Association of Public Policy and Management, co-author “Federal Medicaid Waiver Programs and their Impact on Local Governments: Observations from Milwaukee County’s Family Care Program” (11/2005)  MI Municipal Review, AZ Gov’t. Finance Officers Assoc., “Budgets that Build Public Trust” (2003)

Presentations:  National Council on Teacher Retirement Annual Conference, “Elected Officials Panel- Impact of Pension Issues on Governments” (10/2011)  City County Communication Management Association (3CMA) Annual Conference, “Measuring Communications Success” (09/2011)  GFOA Annual Conferences, “Changing Compensation Strategies” (6/2011), “Pension and Benefit Plan Consultants: What Can They Do for You?” (6/2008)  GFOA Webinar, “Innovations in Retrenchment” (01/2011); “Politics and Leadership in Fiscal Distress” (11/2010); “Fiscal First Aid” (06/2009)  Association of Government Accountants, E. TN Chapter ,“Municipal Benchmarking and Performance Management” (09/2010)  TN Assoc. Municipal Clerks & Recorders, “Budget Forecasting” (04/2010)  TN Government Finance Officers Assoc., “Healthcare Cost Containment Strategies” (02/2010)  GFOA Women’s Network meeting, “Gender and Generations” (01/2010)  American Society for Public Administration, “Fiscal First Aid” (12/2009)  Michigan Municipal League, “Elected Officials Guide to Municipal Finance” (07/2004); “Communicating through the Budget” (11/2002)

Community Activities: Karns High School Band Boosters/ Colorguard parents, Knoxville, TN (07/2010 – 4/2011) Knox County Citizen Review Panel, Community Grants- Knoxville, TN (Spring 2009, 2010, 2011) Powell Middle School Parent Teacher Association (PTA), Knoxville, TN (11/2008- 08/2010) Coach, North Valleys Softball League- Reno, NV (02/2008– 08/2009) Voyager Elementary School PTA- Howell, MI (08/2005- 01/2007) Coach, Howell Parks & Recreation Soccer- Howell, MI (08/2005- 10/2006) Treasurer, Howell Recreation Authority Millage Election Committee- Howell, MI (06- 11/2006) E.W. Luther Elementary School PTA- South Milwaukee, WI (08/2004- 03/2005) St. Paul Lutheran School PTA- Flint, MI (08/2002- 07/2005)

4 M. Purcell MICHELLE S. BIXLER 996 West 8th Avenue ~ Eugene, Oregon 97402 205.933.8183 [email protected]

EDUCATION

University of Oregon, Eugene, Oregon Master of Public Administration, expected 2012 • Concentration: Public Management • Dispute and Conflict Resolution 32-hour Training

James Madison University, Harrisonburg, Virginia Bachelor of Arts, Individualized Studies, December 2003 • Concentration: Foreign Communications and Public Relations • Study Abroad: Organized independent opportunity in Guadalajara, Mexico, 2002

EXPERIENCE

Project Associate January 2012 - present Oregon Health Authority (OHA) Capstone Project Department of Planning, Public Policy and Management University of Oregon • Serve on four-person team of graduate students researching disparities in quality of care for children with special health care needs and people of various races/ethnicities within the Medicaid population. • Perform statistical analyses of survey data and report status updates of results to OHA. • Present draft and final reports to OHA management and other stakeholders interested in findings.

Intern January 2012 - present City of Springfield, City Manager's Office, Economic Development Agency (EDA) Springfield, Oregon • Collaborate with Management Analyst to update and improve Sustainable City Year Program website for community outreach purposes. • Design and create a web presence for the EDA in collaboration with the ED Director and Management Analyst • Develop measures for evaluating website traffic. • Generate strategies for increasing website usage by targeted audiences including a diverse subset of the general population, business owners (current and prospective), community groups and other stakeholders within and outside of the community. • Create process and outcome evaluation plan for the City's OPEN Banner Program to assess program impact.

Communications & Marketing July 2007 – January 2011 IRIS Media, Inc. Eugene, Oregon • Collaborated with small team to develop, review and edit printed and online communications and marketing materials to ensure style is correct, consistent and effective. • Researched, tested and analyzed new online educational programs designed for people with disabilities, educators and parents. • Managed development and production of various projects on tight timelines, including audio podcast and other educational media. • Constructed Commercialization Plan section of multiyear National Institutes of Health grants. EXPERIENCE

Intern March 2010 – June 2010 City of Eugene Office of Equity and Human Rights Eugene, Oregon • Developed pilot project proposal documenting and mapping equity concerns in the Eugene/Springfield metropolitan area. • Formed and enhanced relationships with key project partners within community. • Composed field notes for each study subject.

Program Manager August 2006 – July 2007 Alvord Taylor Independent Living Services Springfield, Oregon • Provided initial and ongoing training for 11-16 staff, conducted weekly staff meetings, reviewed and approved time sheets, and verified all required paperwork remained current. • Coordinated development and fulfillment of Individual Support Plans for clients and ensured process was in compliance with Lane County contracts and Oregon Administrative Rules. • Facilitated communication between client, parents, staff, medical personnel, agency and any additional significant others to ensure quality of life.

Habilitation Coordinator July 2005 – July 2006 United Cerebral Palsy Birmingham, Alabama • Worked with small team to create, update and maintain data sheets, progress reports and functional assessments for 100 clients on an ongoing basis with the goal of ensuring and increasing quality of life. • Balanced checkbook, petty cash and client accounts with the monthly statements. • Coordinated client volunteer schedules and compiled information for new clients. • Participated in national lobby to secure funding for people with disabilities in Washington, D.C.

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Springfield Renaissance Development Corporation September 2009 – present Springfield, Oregon • Manage development of website. • Attend monthly meetings with the goal of enhancing the livability, economic vitality and culture of Springfield, Oregon. • Participated in strategic planning to identify next project.

SKILLS

• Computer: Microsoft Office Professional, Stata, GIS, InDesign, QuarkXpress, Photoshop, Mac and PC Operating Systems, OpenOffice. • Spanish: novice-level speaking and writing.

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT

Member, International City/County Management Association February 2010 – present

Founding Member, Springfield City Club November 2011 – present

Griffin, 2 197 Little Lones Road Huntsville, AL 35811 Mobile: 256-217-3595 Home: 256-701-6396 [email protected] MosesA.Eben

OBJECTIVE To contribute my multi-disciplinary background of planning, environmental management, and engineering experience and technical and communication skills; being a problem solver, and result- oriented, passionate, dedicated, and efficient, to both the growth of the municipality and in promoting environmentally sustainable development.

 3 years research experience in planning data collection and analysis. SUMMARY  8 years experience working in the Telecommunication Industry.  Excellent track record in operations of cable plant.  Demonstrated skills managing multiple technical projects through all phases to completion.  Proven ability to train, evaluate, motivate, and lead large and successful teams of employees.  Recognized as a creative and effective strategic planner and problem solver at all times.  Highly capable of analyzing existing systems and processes to devise notable enhancements.  Strong communications skills and facilitation skills with people of all levels and roles.  Superb in organization, detail orientation and time management in all situations.

EDUCATION Alabama A&M University, Normal, Alabama, USA. Dec. 2016 Doctoral Student Alabama A&M University, Normal, Alabama, U.S.A. MURP, Urban Planning Dec. 2011 Institute of Housing and Urban Development Studies, Rotterdam, The Netherlands. Post-graduate Diploma, Municipal Environmental Policies April 1998 Dresden University of Technology, Dresden, Germany. Post-graduate Certificate, Water Management Dec. 1995 University of Liberia, Monrovia, Liberia. B.S., Electrical Engineering March 1994

Alabama A&M University Normal, AL

PROFESSIONAL GRADUATE RESEACH ASSISTANT 2009 – 2011 EXPERIENCE  Conduct research on assigned research topics.  Prepare reports and present same to faculty and students. BIVAC International Monrovia, Liberia

Operations Manager 2006 – 2009  Ensured quality of all operations (specifically Import & Export Units and Inspection) and set technical standards.  Prepared technical answers to any written complaints with BIVAC Head Office.  Supervised and coordinated the Sub-Liaison Offices.  Ensured coordination between liaison office departments.  Managed Importer complaints with regards to the current market value, customs classification codes and solved their problems.  Prepared employee’s training and made their motivation.

Liberia Telecommunication Corporation (LTC) Monrovia, Liberia

LTC/AFRIPA Counterpart Engineer 2003-2006  Ensured smooth operations of entire Wireless Loop System.  Provided prompt responses to problems reported by technicians and supervisors.  Carried out preventive maintenance and trouble shot variety of hardware and software installations.  Documented system hardware, software and server configuration and any actions changing that configuration, including problems and solutions to problems.  Reduced facility theft by 50% in six months.  Increased annual revenue intake by 35% of previous year.

LTC (External/Cable Plant)

Maintenance Control Engineer 1999-2003  Inspected cable network routinely and scheduled preventive maintenance, repaired and replaced poles, including cleaned manholes and cable ducts.  Evaluated personnel performance for both technicians and supervisors.  Prepared monthly and quarterly reports of activities and prepared monthly budget for operations.  Kept statistics of phone lines, principal service areas, consumption and demand.  Maintained accurate records, and monitored utilization of materials and services for operations in the cable plant.  Prepared and monitored work schedules and plans.  Reduced delay time for repairs of telephone lines in three months.  Increased capacity of telephone lines by 20% annually.  Reduced monthly operations cost of the cable plant by 60% annually in three years.  Increased monthly revenue in take by 45% in six months.

CEEP (Center For Environmental Education and Protection of Liberia) Monrovia, Liberia Executive Director 1993-2002  Coordinated, supervised and managed daily activities of the Non-Governmental Organization.  Developed proposals for funding programs and activities to donors.  Prepared quarterly reports and other necessary reports to donors.  Formulated comprehensive strategies for the organization.  Formulated and initiated comprehensive information for sensitization, mobilization on environmental issues used in schools and communities.  Designed and oversaw the implementation of research activities on environmental issues.  Coordinated and prepared periodic reports and research findings on environmental issues.  Carried out Environmental Impact Assessment on development projects.  Attended many international conferences representing Liberia and presenting papers.  Trained many young environmentalists thus increasing environmentalists in Liberia by 10%.

CERTIFICATIONS/ Poster Presentation at American Planning Association Annual Conference 2012 ACHIEVEMENTS April 2012 Alabama Academy of Science Conference 2012; 2nd Place Award, Section III ( Industry, Environment and Earth Science). February 2012 Alabama A&M University; Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics Day, STEM DAY 2011; 1st Place Award, Natural Resource & Environmental Sciences – Graduate Level. April 2011 Certificate of Completion for “Successful Completion of GIS Internship” at City of Huntsville, Geographic Information System, (GIS) Department. July 2011 Achievement Certificate in Introduction to Intelsat Systems, Transmission Systems, External/Cable Plant, Introduction to Wireless Technology, Traffic Engineering, Telephone Switching and Telecommunication Network Planning. August 1999

Liberia Telecommunication Corporation Engineering Association. AFFILIATIONS Urban Planning Association – DCPUS, Alabama A&M University. American Planning Association. Alabama Academy of Science.

COMPUTER M S Word, M S Excel, PowerPoint SKILLS .

References: Available Upon Request FOCUS AND PROFESSIONAL OR ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

A. FOCUS  Environmental Planning  Green Cities  Sustainable Cities

B. PROFESSIONAL OR ACADEMIC EXPERIENCE

 Research and Planning data collection and analysis  GIS working experience PHILIP A. (PHILL) COLOMBO, JR. 3525 NE 66th Avenue, Portland, OR 97213-4445 503-287-8346 ~ [email protected]

Summary Talented and creative communicator skilled at developing concepts into understandable messages for diverse audiences. Efficient and effective manager experienced at leading fellow workers in achieving corporate goals and objectives and coordinating the efforts of multiple stakeholders toward a common objective. Hardworking, dedicated asset to any organization with a passion for community involvement. Professional History Interim Executive Director ECCE VERITAS PORTLAND, OREGON 6/06 – 2/08 Administrator of 501(c)(3) providing classical education in the Catholic tradition for grades 7 – 12 responsible for day to day activity of eight faculty and staff and numerous volunteers and development.  Liaison to parents and local parish  Managed bookkeeping and payroll functions

KBVM-FM PORTLAND, OREGON 9/04 – 2/06 CEO of 501(c)(3) responsible for managing a radio station and responsible for public relations, marketing, personnel policy, development, and program development.  Managed staff of six, ensuring FCC compliance and reporting; hired program director, initiated Internet streaming, more than doubled transmission area  Directed development: broadening contribution base and raising $86,000, 20% in excess of 2005 expenses and securing $65,000 Murdock grant to fund new transmission tower  Directed marketing and community outreach, increasing newsletter to quarterly publication, designing and producing brochures aimed at explaining the station’s ministry  Coordinated business outreach  Liaison to University of Portland, local parishes and archdiocese Graduate Research Assistant PORTLAND STATE U. PORTLAND OREGON 9/02 – 6/04 Support staff for Hatfield School director and public administration and political science professors.  Assisted with curriculum development and website design  Planned, coordinated and executed special events  Developed outreach and marketing publications for Hatfield School of Government Service Planning Coordinator TRIMET PORTLAND, OREGON 6/94 – 7/01 Part of a team of nine charged with managing transit service plan outreach to riders and employees.  Developed messages to explain proposed service changes in light of savings and efficiencies  Developed and coordinated open-house format for explaining changes at public meetings  Coordinated agency response to customer comments on proposed service changes by mail, e-mail, telephone and in person  Worked with trainers to ensure that bus drivers were communicating same messages to passengers  Responded to media questions regarding proposed service changes  Conducted tours of District property and service for elected officials Colombo Resume 2

Operations Information Manager TRIMET PORTLAND, OREGON 6/88 – 6/94 Aide to Executive Director of Operations, managing communication between department heads and outreach to bus/rail operators  Developed and managed suggestion program for 1,500 employees  Developed and produced videos to assist bus/rail operators with implementation of policies and new service  Helped coordinate Portland convention of American Public Transit Association  Designed, developed and implemented “America’s Best” Campaign, maximizing effect of national award  Coordinated training tours of new bus routes, empowering employees to respond to customers’ queries  Represented agency to the transit industry, developing papers and making presentations  Coordinated and led tours for elected officials and transit executives Public Information Officer TRIMET PORTLAND, OREGON 1/81 – 6/88 TriMet’s principal spokesman, representing the agency to the media and assisting with city, county, regional, state and government initiatives  Responded to local and national media and inquiries  Coordinated and delivered monthly report presentation to Board of Directors  Developed messages and devised strategy of message delivery to diverse audiences Broadcast Journalist KEX PORTLAND, OREGON 10/97 – 9/99 Part-time reporter producing, writing and anchoring 11 Saturday morning/early afternoon newscasts and working in the field election nights  Interviewed newsmakers and gathered facts to develop stories  Gathered, interviewed and reported election results from the field

KYXI PORTLAND, OREGON 7/77 – 1/81 Managing Editor making field assignments for 12 reporters and coordinating story development  Interviewed newsmakers and reported from the field  Anchored afternoon and evening news blocs  Developed and produced daily feature series

KOIN PORTLAND, OREGON 8/73 – 7/77 Reporter interviewing newsmakers, producing and delivering 12 live and recorded newscasts daily.  Anchored afternoon news  Assigned reporters to stories  Developed series reports on health and education topics

WHLI HEMPSTEAD, NEW YORK 2/69 – 6/73 News Director for staff of seven reporters responsible for weekly work and daily field assignments  Developed sound of news reports  Interviewed newsmakers and reported from the field Education Public Administration and Policy PhD student, Portland State University M.A.., Public Administration, Portland State University B.A., General A&S, Villanova University, Villanova, Penna. Colombo Resume 3 Community Involvement Chairman St. Rose of Lima Centennial Celebration Steering Committee Member St. Rose of Lima Administrative Committee Volunteer St. Rose of Lima Conference, Society of St. Vincent de Paul Portland Area Coordinator Villanova University Alumni Recruitment Network Past President, East Portland Rotary Club, active Rotarian since 1984 Past President and Board Member Portland Chamber Orchestra Association Past President and Councilor KBPS Council for Community Listening Past President and Director Roseway Neighborhood Association Board Past President and Director Central Northeast Neighbors Past Co-Chair and Advisor Portland Police Chief’s Forum Past Advisor Office of Neighborhood Involvement Bureau Advisory Committee Past First Vice President and Member Roseway Business Association Past Chairman and Member Vocational Village High School Local School Advisory Committee Past Vice President and Member Commercial Club of Portland Past Communications Chairman Portland Future Focus Past Operations Vice-President, Past District Chairman, Past Scoutmaster Columbia Pacific Council, BSA Past President St. Rose of Lima Parish Council Past President and Member Catholic Broadcasting Northwest Board of Directors Past Member Archdiocese of Portland Marriage and Family Life Board Past Course Director National Committee on Catholic Scouting BSA Past President and Member St. Charles School Board Publications American Society for Public Administration National Conferences  3/02 * “Why Re-Examine & Re-Connect? Portland’s Relationship with Its Neighborhood Associations”  3/01 * "Portland Roseway's Visioning Project"  4/00 * "Community Based Planning—The Portland Model As Experienced in the Hollywood and Sandy Project"  4/99 * “Moving Portland’s Regional Transit Service into the 21st Century: Public Participation Analysis of 1998 Westside Service Improvements” Transportation Research Record 5/92 #1361 (peer-reviewed Transportation Research Board publication) “Five Years of Successful Light Rail Operation,” pp. 19-30. 3/7/12 R A N D Y EVANS 1214 SE Linn Street | Portland, OR 97202 | (503) 227-8783 c: (971) 207-6453 | [email protected]

EDUCATION Master of Arts in Social Science, Humboldt State University, 1997 to 2000 Bachelor of Arts in Geography, California State University Sacramento, 1995 to 1997

AWARDS/CERTIFICATES - Best of Show Award “ED>Net California Community Colleges: Directions of the New Economy” American Economic Development Council, 2001 - Project Management Certificate, 2005 - Digital Marketing Strategies Certificate, 2011

EMPLOYMENT HISTORY Sr. Business Development Manager 2005 — Present Portland Development Commission Manages, promotes, markets, plans, and implements economic development projects and programs, studies/strategies, and public/private partnerships, including: - Responsible and accountable for the coordinated management of multiple projects directed toward strategic business development for the Portland region. - Builds credibility, establishes rapport, and maintains communication with stakeholders at multiple levels, including those external to PDC and the City. - Performs research, prepares written reports and gives oral presentations in public settings. - Manages public and private efforts to support PDC and City of Portland plans and policies, and PDC revitalization and economic development goals. - Manages major city website and uses digital marketing including social media for outreach and communication for business development for the City of Portland. - Leads and manages internal and external teams including city, state, regional and federal agencies, private, non- profit and national organizations, citizens and businesses to ensure projects/programs are consistent with the City’s economic development goals, standards and policies. - Supervises the work of Portland Development Commission, partner agency staff and consultants to implement programs and projects. - Interacts frequently with the public, representing PDC, City of Portland, and the Metro region in public meetings and public presentations.

Associate 2000 — 2005 Applied Development Economics Worked in a team environment to provide objective technical expertise in economic development for strategies, plans and solutions for communities throughout the West Coast. - Conducted research and wrote technical reports related to industry clusters, retail development, economic impacts, sustainable economics, tourism development and business attraction and retention. - Wrote grant proposals and related reports, including follow-up reports as part of grant monitoring requirements. - Developed and wrote economic development elements for general and specific plans. - Conducted real estate feasibility studies, including detailed pro-formas. - Self-directed proposal writing. - Client communication and public speaking. - Marketing of projects in conjunction with clients including press releases, responding to media inquiries and report production including graphic elements. - Sub contractor management. Scientific Aide 1999 — 2000 California Department of Fish and Game - Research of wildlife habitats and ecosystems - Cartography - Geographic Information System analysis - Public outreach, public relations and liaison for the Wildlife Habitat Relationship program

Control Office Manager 1994 — 1996 Macys California - Accounting and bookkeeping for $100 million a year department store - Loss prevention program management - Cataloging of merchandise receipts and transfer documentation - Management of personnel, including hiring, training, scheduling, performance evaluations and disciplinary actions

ACTIVITIES - Oregon Economic Development Association Board Member, 2008 to 2010 - City of Sacramento Bicycle Advisory Committee, 2003 to 2004

Robert A. Miller

Summary Experienced local government professional adept in providing sound public policy and financial expertise for the effective delivery of efficient services to the public.

Qualifications o Key member of the City’s Budget Team o Excellent skills in financial and public policy analysis o Outstanding written and oral communication skills o Proven team builder o Able to quickly identify potential issues and develop sound recommendations

Experience City of Reno, NV Reno, NV Senior Management Analyst – Office of Management & Budget Aug, 2011-present Management Underfill – Senior Management Analyst May, 2009-Aug, 2011  Responsible for the Development of a $330.5 million budget  Responsible for developing Capital Improvement Program budget recommendations to City Council  Responsible for developing the Redevelopment Agency Annual Budget  Interact with City Council through Budget Process  Provided quarterly and monthly analysis of budget to actual for management review  Provided quarterly and monthly analysis of revenue forecasts  Developed recommendations for revenue and expenditure changes based on analysis review  Provided revenue forecasts for upcoming fiscal year  Monitored expenditures for Capital Improvement Program  Monitored assigned departments for budget compliance and made recommendations for cuts  Support departments in innovating service delivery with limited resources  Developed budget model for a Regional Dispatch Service  Assisted with two rounds of Reductions-in-Force  Prepare Quarterly/Annual Augmentation/Revision requests based on analysis work  Provide public outreach to various citizen groups to update on budget issues  Provide staff support for various citizen advisory boards  Provided information to City Council on various budget issues  Assumed many of the duties of the Purchasing Manager and was responsible for developing Bids/RFPs for various commodities  Reviewed/Approved Purchase Orders  Supported department staff in interpreting and applying N.R.S. regarding purchasing requirements

Management Intern May, 2008-May, 2009  Drafted updates to the Mixed Use Code  Drafted new regulations for the placement of LED Billboards  Analyzed revenue impact of offering Passport Services through City  Drafted memo regarding creating an Admissions Excise Tax as revenue source  Analyzed FY 09-10 CIP requests to ensure they meet Council priorities  Assisted in the FY 09-10 Salary Projections for the Budget  Coordinated FY 09-10 Budget Training Workshops  Revised 503 reports submitted to NV PERS based on 2008 Audit  Coordinated responses to 2009-11 State of Nevada Legislative Bill Drafts that would impact Reno  Assisting with the development of the FY 09/10 Budgets for Police, City Manager’s Office, Parks and Recreation totaling over $100 million in General Fund expenditures  Revised/updated 20 year Capital Improvement Plan

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City of Bonner Springs, KS Bonner Springs, KS Management Intern May, 2007-May, 2008  Developed and presented to Council a Comprehensive Right-of-Way Code  Developed City’s Comprehensive Water Conservation Plan to include sustainable water practices  Developed a Storm Water Utility and Fee  Completed a Space Needs Assessment analysis for city services  Provided an analysis of proposed uses for the City’s 1918 High School Building  Reviewed the City’s current Retail Sales Pull Factor for the Economic Development Director  Drafted a professional services contract template for City use  Wrote grant proposal and was awarded grant for erosion mitigation funding through State of Kansas  Presented Council with plan to upgrade energy efficiency standards of city facilities

Bank of Blue Valley Overland Park, KS Mortgage Processor June, 2005-May, 2007  Analyzed risk potential and made sound lending decisions  Interact with customers to provide a complete lending experience  Worked with Loan Originators on finding products to meet customer’s mortgage needs  Developed working knowledge of all operational areas of the mortgage process  Stay in close contact with clients throughout the loan process, advising on appraisal status, underwriting status, and items necessary to satisfy lender conditions  Built a strong base of referrals for conforming and nonconforming loans through effective outside marketing, cold calls, and exceeding customer expectations  Maintained highest level of client satisfaction with loan process  Pre-underwriting of loan application to ensure borrower’s income and credit qualifications meet Freddie Mac/Fannie Mae guidelines

Mission Mortgage Company Overland Park, KS Loan Specialist July, 2004-June, 2005  Professional mortgage consultant that is intuitive to client’s needs  Analyzed risk potential and made sound lending judgments on mortgage and home equity loans.  Hold face-to-face consultations with clients to discuss proposed loan options coupled with mortgage education  Developed loan packages to met client’s financial goals  Stay in close contact with clients throughout the loan process, advising on appraisal status, underwriting status, and items necessary to satisfy lender conditions  Built a strong base of referrals for conforming and nonconforming loans through effective outside marketing, cold calls, and exceeding customer expectations  Maintained highest level of client satisfaction with loan process

Ameriquest Mortgage Company Leawood, KS Account Executive Jan, 2004-June, 2004  Analyzed risk potential and made sound lending judgments on mortgage and home equity loans.  Assisted customers in determining financial needs and recommended appropriate credit solutions.  Review credit worthiness/underwrite customer loans  Develop loan packages to meet customer’s financial goals  Interviewed loan applicants, set up and processed files, and prepared files for closing.  Promoted and recommended products and services, answered customer inquires, and advised customers of approval or denial.  Built a strong base of referrals for nonconforming loa ns through effective outside marketing and cold calls.  Provide over 1m a month in volume, 10 units average for the branch

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Gap Overland Park, KS Associate Manager-Men’s Merchant 2002-2004  Increased sales from $1.1 million to $1.3 million in 6 months.  Managed staffs ranging from 15 employees to 100 seasonal employees  Invigorated program which produced the 5th highest percentage of denim sales to overall store sales in the company  Suggested streamlining Men’s line to be more cost effective  Trained for effective communication and managing complexity  Supervised staff for day-to-day operations  Conducted performance reviews  Conducted application reviews and interviews for hiring staff members

Education  University of Kansas - Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration  University of Kansas – Master’s Degree in Public Administration

Memberships  ICMA

Collegiate Activities University of Kansas  Secretary - Student Advisory Board, Edwards Campus  Undergraduate Research Assistant  Vice President – KUCIMAT Internship Class 2009  Member – Sigma Alpha Lambda National Leadership and Honors Organization  Member- Pi Alpha Alpha National Honors Society for Public Administration  R. Scott Brooks Award winner 2009

Ryan C Kinsella 713 SE 27th Avenue, Portland, Oregon • (206) 999-6299 • [email protected]

Experienced Management Analyst with a demonstrated background in managing complex public program and conducting budget development and financial analysis. Proven ability to effectively manage multiple projects, work both independently and with a team player, and communicate complicated ideas to individuals and large audiences.

- Education -

Master of Public Administration (3.8 GPA, graduated with honors), University of Washington, Seattle, Washington (2010) Master of Philosophy, University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle, Australia (2007) Dissertation published by the University of Notre Dame Australia, 2007 Bachelor of Arts, Philosophy, University of Portland, Portland, Oregon (2003) Minors in Mathematics and German; Salzburg, Austria Study Abroad Program 2000-2001

- Professional Experiences -

City of Portland, Office of the City Auditor Portland, Oregon Management Analyst | City Elections Officer August 2010 - Present  Develops, authors and manages $9.8 million annual budget for an office of 48 employees in collaboration with the Chief Deputy Auditor; directs the office’s Budget Advisory Committee and communicates feedback to elected officials  Conducts key financial analyses that inform budget decisions, such as budget allocations for all eight of the office’s divisions, forecasts of $2.5 interagency and intergovernmental revenues, cost of service analyses for the city’s the Hearings Office and assessments of budget proposals like the recently-proposed Independent Utility Commission  Oversees all election procedures and filings for city initiatives and council candidacies; monitors city’s compliance with election code and charter, state statute and administrative rules; communicates procedures and prepares responses to complex questions regarding election requirements as raised by city officials and the public  Administers city's lobbyist reporting program by assisting officials and lobbyists with the quarterly reporting process; develops quarterly reports of lobbying activities and publishes reports to the lobbyist reporting program website

Washington State Senate Olympia, Washington Research Analyst Intern, Senate Committee Services June – September 2009  Analyzed and compared the effects of tuition policies in all 50 states in order to inform tuition policy decisions within a limited state budget; summarized the findings in a report and presentation to the Senate Higher Education committee  Synthesized research, developed a logic model and authored a comprehensive report for the Senate Early Education/K-12 committee regarding the professional development opportunities for early childhood education providers

University of Portland Portland, Oregon Assistant Director of Admissions September 2005 - July 2008  Designed and executed a recruitment plan for Seattle metropolitan area and central Washington, analyzing enrollment trends, planning yield activities and reviewing 1,500 student applications per year  Authored the 2007 Freshmen Survey in collaboration with university administrators; created and administered a web- based survey that evaluated the admission experience of incoming freshmen class  Presented as the key speaker at 120 admission events per year to audiences of 25 to 250 students and families

University of Portland Fremantle, Australia Director of the Australia Study Abroad Program July 2003- July 2004  Directed the University of Portland’s study abroad in Fremantle, Australia. Managed a residence hall, coordinated cultural and wellness events; served as liaison between faculty at the University of Portland and the University of Notre Dame Australia, facilitating discussions on the type of courses offered and program’s budget

- Honors and Professional Associations -

President, Oregon Program Evaluators Network (2011-2012) National Alumni Board member, University of Portland (2008-present) Pi Alpha Alpha member, National Honor Society for Public Affairs and Administration (2010-present) Teaching Assistant, Policy Analysis (graduate level), Evans School of Public Affairs, University of Washington (2010) Advisory Committee on Intercollegiate Athletics, Graduate Student Representative, University of Washington (2009-2010) Faculty Council on Research, Graduate Student Representative, University of Washington (2009-2010) Shelley M. LaBarre, MPA 821 NW 11th Ave #103 - Portland, Oregon 97209 Phone: 503-228-2386 - Email: [email protected]

Current Employment – Projects & Results City of Tigard, OR. – Community Development (Aug. 2010 – Present) Positions: Code Compliance Program Specialist, Program Development Assistant, and Sr. Administrative Specialist. Complex Municipal Code Revision – Code Compliance Program  Managed initial project. Defined and operationalized a strategic plan for Code Compliance and Civil Infraction code revision. Collaborated with revision team to bring revisions to completion and Council adoption. o Results: Code revision process improvement and successful Council adoption of code revisions. Team collaboration resulted in streamlined complex administrative, judicial and development code sections that support increased efficiency in compliance enforcement and clearly redefined compliance criteria for the public.  Evaluated and improved Code Compliance operations by analyzing existing operations, organizing toward efficiencies, and creating efficiency/effectiveness tools such as Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs). o Results: Significant Process Improvement – Documented effective procedures to maintain business continuity during disruptions such as budget reductions. Increased efficiency in daily operations. Council Recommendations - Regional Compliance Program Staff Report  Developed City Council Staff Report - Researched, surveyed and analyzed programs for nine regional cities code enforcement programs and related municipal code. o Results: The Code Compliance program is redesigned and operational under a new “Livability Approach” designed to enable continuity of operations under significant budget reductions (15% in Community Development Division). Technology-Savvy Communication with the Public and City Council  Providing highly organized, accurate, informative, attractive and technically sophisticated project communication support for all long range and current planning staff. Improving the use of efficient and effective technology-based communication solutions. o Results: Raised the technical skills/output of staff and provided support to increase quality and consistency in staff reports, City Council presentations, and high-volume communications.

April 2012 Shelley M. LaBarre, MPA 821 NW 11th Ave #103 - Portland, Oregon 97209 Phone: 503-228-2386 - Email: [email protected]

Previous Employment and Professional Activities City of Portland, OR. – Bureau of Water Works - Citizen Employee Budget Committee (2005-2010) Position: Volunteer While working toward my Master in Public Administration I sought experience through a variety of local government, professional-level activities. My goals were to volunteer for public service in my community, gain experience in local government, and to apply my academic public administration training. I served as a citizen member who was known for:  Thoughtful consideration of budget priorities,  Personal integrity and a willingness to speak up for the general public good,  Strong negotiation skills on program budgets, performance goals, and long-term strategic planning for effective and efficient allocation of public resources. City of Sandy, OR. – Planning and Development - Sandy Downtown Revitalization & Historical Preservation (2009) Position: Paid Consultant One of the employment activities I performed while working toward my Master in Public Administration was a year-long research project and preparation toward Certified Local Government status for the City of Sandy by the State Historic Preservation Office.  Designed and completed first phase of project to achieve Certified Local Government status and continued grant funding. Downtown revitalization plans and the Main Street Façade Improvement Program required creation of a photographic, historic data, and architectural Building Inventory Database. City of Portland, OR. – Bureau of Water Works, Engineering and Construction: (Mar. 2001 – Dec. 2003) Position: Technical Support Specialist Research & Analysis for CIP projects  Provided management with high quality legislative & regulatory materials to inform budget/policy decisions and achieve regulatory compliance. Strategic Planning & Resource Management  Planned scope and schedule for multiple workgroup projects, provided budget support research, and evaluated alternatives for setting budget priorities including risk analysis. Public Survey & Evaluation  Designed, administered, and performed statistical analysis of large scale public survey to guide sensitive project planning.

April 2012 Shelley M. LaBarre, MPA 821 NW 11th Ave #103 - Portland, Oregon 97209 Phone: 503-228-2386 - Email: [email protected]

City of Portland, OR. – Bureau of Water Works, Emergency Management (Nov. 1999 – May 2001) Position: Emergency Management Program Specialist (Engineering Technician) Strategic and Regulatory Planning  Documented risk/vulnerability assessment and program evaluation following activation or emergency exercises.  Improved processes which reduced risk and litigation exposure for bureau emergency operations as well as increased safety in daily and emergency operations.  Assisted Emergency Manager in oversight and activation of Emergency Operations Center (EOC). Developed Incident Command System templates and documentation for federal, state, and locally mandated exercises and reporting. Averstar Geotechnical Services (Jul. 1999 – Jan. 2000) Position: Geographic Information Systems & Cartographic Technician Process Improvement & ISO 9000 Compliance  Processed United States Geologic Survey (USGS) and commercial client data. Facilitated projects in teams where group process skills were critical in meeting tight deadlines. Professional Education MPA – Master in Public Administration (2010) - Hatfield School of Government, Portland State University  Specialization in Local Government Emphasizing Strategic Planning, Program Evaluation and Management, Public Involvement, and Performance Measurement, Evaluation and Management. BS – Bachelor of Science (1998) – Portland State University  Major in Geography with Specialization in Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and Water Resource Management.

April 2012 Stephen D. Bechler 2103 Rowley Ave. Madison, WI 53726 (608) 335-5578 [email protected]

Work Experience

Administrative Intern March 2012- Municipal Government of the City of Middleton Middleton, WI

Policy Analyst (Part-time) April-Aug 2011 Municipal Government of the City of Banks Banks, OR

 Created financial policies and budget procedures for the municipality  Worked to advance and promote the Government Finance Officers Association’s policies  Utilized intergovernmental mechanisms, demographic data and policy to help optimize the functionality and organization of the City government and its resources  Presented final policies and procedures to Banks City Council

Legislative Intern (Part-time) Jan-Jun 2009 Oregon House of Representatives, Office of the Speaker Salem, OR

 Reviewed and evaluated legislation and committee reports to determine the impact to constituents  Tracked legislation and researched proposed policies and regulations  Handled constituent mail  Responded to constituent requests and inquiries via telephone and email

Corps Member (Full-Time) Sept 2004-June 2005 AmeriCorps National Civilian Community Corps Charleston, S.C.

 Performed administrative and physical labor as a volunteer for various nonprofit U.S. public service organizations, including Boys and Girls Clubs affiliates and the American Red Cross.

Education

Portland State University August, 2011 Master of Public Administration Portland, OR

Portland State University June, 2009 Bachelor of Arts Degree in Political Science Portland, OR Minor in French

Université Haute Bretagne Rennes II Spring, 2008 French Studies Rennes, France

Memberships

International City/County Management Association Steven Montano, M.P.P. Experienced Public Sector Policy and Financial Management Consultant [email protected]

Summary Steve Montano is the owner and principal of Forward Azimuth Consulting, specializing in strategic business planning, financial analysis and administration, public policy and research, and facilitating change management for government organizations in the western United States and beyond.

Forward Azimuth Consulting helps government organizations fulfill the promise of benefiting their citizenry in the most economical and efficient manner possible while achieving greater support from their stakeholders.

Steve began his career in public finance at the United States Office of Management Budget as an Appropriations Bill Tracker intern responsible for preparing and disseminating the President’s position on appropriation actions taken by the Congress. Mr. Montano is a veteran of the United States Marine Corps and has a BA and a Masters of Public Policy from the University of California at Berkeley. Specialties • Strategic Business Planning – Align your organization – people, processes, and resources – to achieve a desired future state.

• Financial Management and Analysis – Turn financial data into information for the management of your organization’s financial resources.

• Public Policy and Research – Develop a purpose driven course of action for your organization in response to a perceived problem of a constituency

• Enhancing Employee Performance – Build effective teams to serve your organization

Experience Principal and Owner at Forward Azimuth Consulting 2012 - Present (less than a year) Our clients receive specific solutions, an implementation plan, and continuing support tailored to their needs in the following areas:

Strategic Business Planning • Develop a long term strategic plan

Page1 • Identify, develop, and monitor key performance indicators • Develop strategy-based budget document • Develop an information technology governance structure

Financial Management • Develop analytical and financial reporting capabilities • Financial analysis and modeling for program evaluation • Prepare fiscal forecasting • Conduct capital Improvement program planning • Implement or train others on the advanced features of Excel and Access • Procure and implement an enterprise financial system

Public Policy and Research • Facilitate focus group discussions, administer surveys, and prepare evaluations to assess the financial or policy merits of a program • Facilitate public meetings and workshops • Develop effective policies and procedures • Negotiate and write contracts

Enhance Employee Performance • Develop workflow analysis and documentation • Coach employees to develop professional and interpersonal skills • Assess the characteristics of your team environment and develop recommendations to resolve conflict and enhance performance • Develop strategies for organizational change management

Assistant Director of Financial Services at City of San Juan Capistrano 2006 - 2012 (6 years) • Facilitated the development of the organization's first long term strategic business plan and associated 10 year fiscal forecast.

• Analyzed financial impacts of strategic priorities and modeled various scenarios in a ten-year financial model.

• Organized the City’s first performance based budget that included goals, objectives, and performance measures for each department. Efforts included outreach and instruction to department leads on the development of performance measures and ensuring consistency with the strategic business plan.

• Managed and coordinated the day-to-day budget, customer service, information systems, telecommunications and other Financial Services Department functions of the City.

Page2 • Managed cost allocation methodologies for city’s budgeting process.

• Developed Request for Proposals, managed bidding process, and ongoing contracts for all city finance and IT contracts.

• Led the implementation of the city's integrated financial and human resource software system.

• Authored the city's purchasing policy. 2 recommendations available upon request

Business Analyst at Orange County Superior Court 2005 - 2006 (1 year) • Authored the Superior Court’s first ever Budget Stabilization Reserve Policy and a Fixed and Controlled Asset Reserve Policy. Revamped the court’s procurement policy and procedures to improve the efficiency of the Administrative Services Department.

• Conducted an inventory of authorized positions and created the court’s first ever Master Position Control for budget control purposes.

• Facilitated the conversion of the Superior Court’s organizational chart of accounts to new cost centers in preparation for the deployment of a new SAP accounting and reporting system.

• Developed new budget request/change and requisition forms and oversaw the deployment of an intranet site for the distribution of budget guidelines, instructions, and forms.

Section Manager at Orange County Transportation Authority 2004 - 2005 (1 year) • Directed the process that allocated the largest award ever ($208 million) for local streets and roads transportation funding programs in Orange County.

• Staffed and worked collaboratively with members of the Technical Advisory Committee consisting of all local agency public works directors in Orange County.

• Managed the process by which all Orange County cities submit to OCTA their Measure M streets and roads seven-year capital improvement program.

• Led a team of internal staff and consultants that led to the deployment of OCTA’s first ever on-line system that allowed agencies to request Combined Transportation Funding.

Senior Financial Analyst at City of Palo Alto 1998 - 2004 (6 years)

Page3 • Oversaw the development of the City of Palo Alto’s annual $33 million Capital Improvement Program budget and $66 million in combined operating budgets for the Police, Fire, and Community Services Departments.

• Oversaw the implementation of the City of Palo Alto’s ten-year, $100 million infrastructure management plan.

• Provided financial analysis as team member in the annual compilation of the City’s ten-year economic forecast.

• Devised solutions that led to the eventual adoption of nearly $1 million in cost savings and revenue generating alternatives.

• Facilitated the implementation of a new SAP financial system, wrote two SAP financial training manuals, designed training courses, and presented classes to over 200 City employees.

• Conceptualized and oversaw the implementation of an online budget management system that transformed paper forms into an electronic medium for use over the intranet, which resulted in reduced paperwork and greater efficiency.

Intern - Executive Office of the President at Office of Management and Budget 1997 - 1997 (less than a year) • Maintained computer database supporting the appropriations monitoring process. Compiled and analyzed data on $21 billion appropriations bill. • Prepared and disseminated associated tables, reports, letters, and memoranda concerning the Administration’s position on appropriations action taken by the Congress. • Conducted liaison activities with the Appropriations Committees and the Congressional Budget Office.

Admiministrative/Research Coordinator at Administrative Office of the Courts 1993 - 1996 (3 years) • Developed data storage and retrieval system for statewide demographic research projects in the California trial court system. Conducted preliminary analysis of data. • Organized a series of statewide public hearings on access to the courts for persons with disabilities.

Infantry Squad Leader at United States Marine Corps 1984 - 1988 (4 years) • Communicated with higher command regarding the special needs & morale of a 30-man combat unit. • Twice meritoriously promoted.

Page4 Languages Spanish

Skills & Expertise Government Strategic Planning Financial Analysis Problem Solving Budget Development and Administration Strategic Business Planning Public Policy Research and Development Information Technology Governance Performance Measures, Indicators, and Metrics Financial Reporting Fiscal Forecasting Financial Planning Strategic Financial Planning Financial Modeling Excel Expert Contract Negotiation Financial System Implementation Project Management Capital Improvement Program Administration Facilitator Program Evaluation Workflow Analysis Employee Coaching Change Management Finance Officer Budget Manager Budget Officer Government Administration City Management Government Finance Government Financial Officer Conflict Resolution Policies and Procedures

Education University of California, Berkeley MPP, Goldman School of Public Policy, 1996 - 1998

University of California, Berkeley

Page5 BA, Political Science

Interests Reading and learning, physical fitness, guitar practice and performance

Page6 Steven Montano, M.P.P. Experienced Public Sector Policy and Financial Management Consultant [email protected]

2 people have recommended Steven

"I had the pleasure of working with Steve on the City of San Juan Capistrano’s first ever Long-Term Strategic Plan. As Assistant Director of Financial Services for the City, Steve was my main contact for this project. His financial expertise and knowledge of the City were enormously helpful as we completed this project. Steve was well liked and respected by staff colleagues and City Council alike. His diligence and attention to detail contributed to the budget forecasts being very thorough and sound, and will serve the City well for years to come. Given my knowledge of his character and skills, I’m confident that whatever new tasks Steve takes on, he will be successful." — Kate Roberts, Founder and CEO, thewiredwoman, worked directly with Steven at City of San Juan Capistrano

"In the two years that I''ve known Steve, I have always seen him as person who strives to find the right solutions to problems. He's always been one to ask the right questions and not just go with the status quo. He's been a driving force in improving city services and the underlying technology that supports them. It's been a pleasure working with him, and I would highly recommend him to anyone asking." — Eric Codorniz, Chief Technology Officer & Partner, Synoptek, was a consultant or contractor to Steven at City of San Juan Capistrano

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Page 7 SUSANNA SCHMITT WILLIAMS    3708 East Oak Island Drive | Oak Island, NC 28465 Cell: 910-599-5841 | Home: 910.933.4042 | [email protected]

Possess 10+ years of municipal service Depth of academic qualifications and including significant operations, PROFILE professional designations including budget, and team management current completion of MPA degree

■ Proven track record holding high-level administrative leadership roles— Public Sector Leadership & Experienced in staffing, training, and team leadership; operations and multimillion- Municipal Management dollar budget management; policy and procedure development; grant writing and Transformational & administration; community and intra-agency collaboration; and project leadership. Participative Leadership ■ Participate in municipal, accreditation, and strategic planning initiatives— Technology Deployment, Current member of the Oak Island Capital Improvement Committee, evaluating fiscal Optimization, & Utilization requests and providing Town Council with recommendations on capital allocation. Recruitment, Selection, Training, & Retention ■ Serve as an innovator and thought leader—Constantly strive for performance improvement and professional development; engaged by the process of overcoming Diversity & Inclusion Initiatives challenges; and act as a motivational and enthusiastic team builder, leader, and peer.

SELECT COMMENDATIONS

“…takes on tasks with energy and enthusiasm, improves nearly every process she assumes accountability for, very supportive…” “…quickly became a valuable addition to the senior staff…exhibits leadership…positive influence on the Department…” “…professional skills are exceptional and work assignments are well done…learns new functions and tasks quickly.” “…reports and developed materials are excellent…”

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

New Hanover County Fire Rescue – Wilmington, NC – 2010 to Present

Volunteer Program Coordinator Charged with overseeing the recruitment, training, and recognition of 60+ volunteer team members, playing a key role in building a high-performance combination fire department, and developing first-time SOGs to facilitate the integration and operational alignment of 4 volunteer departments. Plan, coordinate, and implement programs and services critical to community development, engagement, and safety, serving as a key liaison in promoting educational programming. Fuel program development through grantwriting and fundraising activities, building community-wide support for key initiatives. Collaborate with cross-department and agency stakeholders to drive achievement of shared municipal goals and objectives. ■ Pursued and completed additional professional development and continuing education programs outside of those provided by the department, including Fire Officer II designation and Fire Methodology Instructor Qualification. ■ Hand selected to present at the FireHouse Educational Training Seminar, delivering technology and system instruction to 600+ attendees to improve knowledge and utilization of NFIRS and Inventory/Hydrant Modules. Leverage technology acumen to deliver deep performance analysis, logistics planning, and workflow optimization insight. ■ Initiated, planned, and oversaw an annual regional seminar, offering statewide departments the opportunity to attend a FireHouse Software professional development program at a cost savings over national seminar attendance. ■ Playing a key role in developing the infrastructure to pursue CPSE accreditation, networking with peer divisions within and outside of the state of North Carolina, to identify best practices and outline performance improvements. ■ Improved volunteer diversity, spearheading efforts to recruit a more diverse group and promote an organization that values inclusion; semifinalist for the 2011 Tony Pini Diversity and Inclusion Award. ■ Led process enhancements to improve volunteer recruitment, screening, selection, and onboarding; personally facilitated training on not only firefighting techniques, but also on customer service, compliance, and civil service. SUSANNA SCHMITT WILLIAMS  Page 2 of 3 

CAREER HIGHLIGHTS

Chapel Hill Fire Department – Chapel Hill, NC – 2003 to 2009

Administrative Captain Performed at the level of Assistant Chief—with the additional accountability of technology deployment and optimization— overseeing an administrative team in managing a $7M budget administration, data processing, supply acquisition, technology research, and maintenance of 5 fire stations. Developed and implemented personnel policies and assisted the Fire Chief with employee management concerns, grievances, and disciplinary actions. Reviewed, evaluated, and approved purchases to maintain the operability of equipment, facilities, and fleet. Served as Public Information Officer and facilitated a high level of interaction with constituents through in-person, website-driven, and social media forums. ■ Leveraged FireHouse software knowledge to co-found and moderate the NC FireHouse Software Users Group, in addition to planning regional seminars, serving as system administrator, and designing custom reports. Noted in a written commendation, from the Town Clerk, as having the potential to be the first female Fire Chief in Chapel Hill. ■ Secured notable grants, to facilitate program development, including securing a $1.2M+ SAFER grant award and managing grant administration. Project managed $30K+ fire station renovation from initial planning to completion. Designed footprint to add functional segmentation and reduce public access to select operational areas. ■ Named Firefighter of the Year in 2005 for efforts resulting in significant cost containment, technology optimization, and providing seasoned leadership to 100+ civilian, operations, interns, and volunteers. ■ Implemented a system of checks and balances and improved financial transparency, changing a culture of rampant spending and, through in-depth budgeting and reporting, increased accountability and gained expense control. ■ Chaired the Fire Department Information Technology Task Group which secured $100K for the deployment of mobile data terminals throughout the fleet, improving service and on-demand access to critical information.

Interim experience as a Firefighter/EMT with Oak Island Fire Rescue (2009-2010)

Foundational experience as a teacher with Burlington Day School (1998-2001) and as a Firefighter/EMT with Burlington Fire Department (2001-2002)

ACADEMIC BACKGROUND

Anna Maria College – Paxton, MA Master of Public Administration, concentration in Fire Service Administration (4.0 GPA) – Anticipated 2012 — Recipient of Scholarship Fund of Local Government Federal Credit Union — — Select Courses — Essentials of Emergency Management | Executive Leadership | Managerial Statistics for the Public Manager Public Labor-Management Relations | Management Policies in Local Government Finance

Temple University – Philadelphia, PA Bachelor of Science in Education, cum laude (1998)

Central High School – Philadelphia, PA Bachelor of Arts (1993) — Only high school in the U.S. to confer B.A. degree to graduating students who achieve high academic standards — — Three-time recipient of the Philadelphia Inquirer College Scholarship Assistance Award — SUSANNA SCHMITT WILLIAMS  Page 3 of 3 

DEVELOPMENT & INVOLVEMENT

Center for Public Safety Excellence – Accreditation Self-Assessment & Basic Standards of Cover (2011) National and User Group Seminar Presenter – FireHouse Education Training Seminar (2011) Attended FireHouse Education and Training Seminars (2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, & 2011) Facilitative Leadership Training – Roger Schwarz & Associates, Inc. (2008) Fire Service Financial Management – National Fire Academy (2006) Fire Protection Technology Courses – Coastal Carolina Community College (2002-2003)

— Affiliations — Town of Oak Island Capital Improvement Committee NC Association of Rescue & Emergency Medical Services NC Accreditation Support Consortium NC FireHouse Software Users Group NC State Firemen's Association

PROFESSIONAL DESIGNATIONS

Level II NC Certified Firefighter  Level II NC Certified Fire Instructor – Firefighter I & II

NC Certified Emergency Vehicle Driver  Emergency Medical Technician – Intermediate

Level II NC Certified Fire Officer  Level I NC Certified Fire & Life Safety Educator

Level I NC Certified Fire Inspector  NC Certified Driver Operator – Pumps NIMS ICS – 100, 200, 300, 400, 700, 701.a, 702.a, 703.a, 704, 706, 800

Child Passenger Seat Technician  Chief 101 – NC NC Certified Educational Methodology Instructor

COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT

Oak Island Southport Youth Baseball League – Oak Island, NC (2011-present) Oak Island Sea Turtle Protection Team – Oak Island, NC (2009-present) Cub Scouts – Oak Island, NC (2009-2011) Oak Island Fire Department – Oak Island, NC (2009) Graham Fire Department – Graham, NC (1998-2003)

Tanya Johnston 26250 SW Canyon Creek Rd Apt 101 [email protected] Wilsonville, OR 97070 415­317­4020 Summary of Qualifications : . Program development, coordination, communication and community engagement . Strategic planning, analysis and management support . Significant knowledge of sustainable development, waste reduction and efficient government operations Education Portland State University, MPA, Local Government Administration 2012 Relevant courses: Local Government, Strategic Planning, Public Finance, Public Budgeting, Organizational Theory, Administrative Law, Oregon Land Use Law, Human Resource Management, Sustainable Policy University of San Francisco, BA Politics, Minor in African Studies 2008 Graduated Magna Cum Laude, Member of National Honors Politics Society, Honors in Humanity Scholar Relevant Experience Community Development Analyst Intern, City of Wilsonville Mar 2012­ Present (Wilsonville, OR) . Research best practices relating to sustainable development operations, including waste reduction, trip reduction, purchasing and energy efficiency . Analyze current city operations and prepare written recommendations for improvements in energy efficiency and conservation relating to research on best practices . Create detailed cross-departmental implementation and action plan relating to approved recommendations Assist with community outreach, marketing and dissemination of information and education to the community Graduate Assistant, Program Analysis­ Institute for Sustainable Solutions, Portland State Jan 2012­ Present (Portland, OR) . Improve process for project proposals and implementation relating to sustainability related projects on campus, requiring coordination of various stakeholders . Analyst for performance measurement, benchmarking, and improving methodologies for the institute’s strategic partnerships on campus and in the community . Responsible for monitoring and evaluating assigned programs and projects, setting deadlines, analyzing issues and provide recommendations. . Assist in Climate Action Plan implementation status report for year 2011-2012 Sustainability Research Analyst, Center for Public Service Aug 2011­ Present (Portland, OR) . Research, synthesize and compare best practices for sustainable municipal operations, including facilities, fleet, environmental, and purchasing for development of a best practice manual . Consult with two small cities and county in Oregon to gather current operations information, set baseline and goals for energy use reductions based on best practice manual . Serve as project manager, developing work plan, tracking budget expenses and coordinating activities Research Assistant, Oregon Chapter of American Planning Association Aug 2011­ Jan 2012 (Beaverton, OR) . Research best practices and develop written report on community engagement strategies for municipal and county planning projects . Developed organizational engagement strategy for disseminating findings and content for organization website City of Beaverton, Management Analyst Intern Jun 2011­ Jan 2012 (Beaverton, OR) . Responsible for city’s first annual report, requiring gathering information from department heads, managing project in tandem with public information staff, developing content for 24 page document . Support public affairs staff with public information requests, communication and engagement strategies for multiple departments, media relations and branding . Analyze and coordinate programs in the mayor’s office, including evaluating the effectiveness of sister cities program related to economic development strategies and providing recommendations

. Implement and coordinate work plans for sister cities International Sustainability Project, including managing volunteers and serving as a liaison to the city council advisory board . Project planning and coordination for new diversity outreach initiatives

Management Analyst Intern, Oregon Liquor Control Commission Jan­Jun 2011 (Portland, OR) . Assist in projecting impact, including fiscal, economic, programmatic and organizational of pending legislation on the OLCC . Utilize the logical framework model to analyze strategic planning for the commission beyond projected budget year cycles. Created a plan for an organization wide strategic planning process, integrating isolated programmatic planning.

Other Experience Operations & Development Manager, Health in Harmony Jun 2010­ Jun2011 (Portland, OR) . Managed US office operations, including budgeting, financial administration, and human resources . Prepare annual organizational budget, budget narrative and quarterly financial statements and reports for board of directors utilizing QuickBooks . Grants management for large USFWS grants, track compliance and reporting requirements

Development Officer, Camfed USA (Promoted from Admin Assistant) 2007­2010 (San Francisco, CA) . Manage $2.5 million Federal USAID grant, including proposal development and project implementation . Create and implement strategic system for grant cycle, reporting, auditing and compliance . Manage relationships with statutory donors as well as donors and foundations who contribute large grants . Manage individual giving donation strategy through effective cultivation and stewardship of individual donors, including the management of a portfolio of 50 key individual major donors . Develop proposals, grants, and LOI’s for upwards of $100,000 from trusts and foundations in collaboration with international development, finance and program teams

Development and Administrative Assistant, Akili Dada (San Francisco, CA) 2006 Legislative Analyst Intern, City Supervisor Sandoval (San Francisco, CA) 2006 Assistant Research Intern, Protection Project (Washington, DC) 2006

International Experience South Africa 2007

Professional Development & Skills Conferences: *Portland Regional Economic Summit 2011 *Oregon Emerging Local Government Member * Dreamforce 2009 Conference: Salesforce CRM Management and Donor Database Integration Skills: Project and Program Management, Writing, Report development, Strategic Analysis Database Knowledge: Proficient in Excel, SPSS Computer based skills: Proficient in Microsoft office suite, PC and Mac OSX ‘Proficient Tracy L. Mehoke March 30, 2012

Contact E-mail and Skype: [email protected]

Education Portland State University, Portland, Oregon USA Postbaccalaureate studies, Sept 2009 – June 2011 Computer Science (Cryptography, Compilers, Operating Systems) Urban Studies (Public Involvement, Modernization in China)

Reed College, Portland, Oregon USA B.A., Mathematics, May 2008 (Analysis, Abstract Algebra, Number Theory, Geometry, Probability and Statistics) Thesis Advisor: Prof. Joe Roberts

Random Lake High School, Random Lake, Wisconsin USA Diploma, Valedictorian, June 2004 National Merit Finalist, AP Scholar with Honor, Newspaper and Yearbook Editor

Publications R. Crandall, K. Lynagh, T. Mehoke, N. Pepper. “Automated Classification of Medical- Billing Data.” In Artificial Intelligence Applications and Innovations, Vol. 364 of IFIP Advances in Information and Communication Technology. Ed. Lazaros Iliadis, Iliadis Maglogiannis, and Harris Papadopoulos. Springer Boston, 2011. p389-399. Mehoke, Tracy. The Book of Shadows: Enumeration of Cubick Curves. Senior thesis, Reed College, 2008.

Selected Work Suzhou Experimental Elementary School, Suzhou, Jiangsu province PRC Experience EFL Teacher at Wujiang Pearl Campus Aug 2011 to June 2012 • Create, prepare and deliver English lessons for kindergarten, elementary school students, assign and grade homework, create and grade final tests • Document created lessons and curricula, build new school’s good reputation • Independently and collaboratively create additional learning opportunities, e.g. competitions, English library, weekly ‘English Saying of the Week’ broadcasts

Qmedtrix Health Care Reimbursement Experts, Portland, Oregon USA Fee Schedule Data Analyst; Bill Review - Data Entry Feb 2011 to June 2011 • (Bill Review) Efficiently and accurately key data from received medical insurance claims, assist Information Systems department on projects to improve database • (Fee Schedule) Research, supply, and verify accuracy of data and pricing methods on a state-by-state basis to ensure fair reimbursement and counter medical fraud Programming R&D July 2009 to April 2010 Dec ’09 until April ’10: contributed under nonemployment agreement • Develop algorithms for cleansing, classifying, analyzing medical bill data • Evaluate, troubleshoot, debug, edit inherited code, write new code in Ruby, pro- duce charts and data visualization using Mathematica and Pages, and collaborate on writing, revising publication (accepted) as part of patent application

1 of 2 Portland Community College – Cascade Campus, Portland, Oregon USA Math and Science Tutor June 2007 to December 2010 • Provide homework assistance, lesson consultation, and explanations tailored to students’ individual needs in Math and Science at Oregon’s most diverse campus

Reed College – Center for Advanced Computation, Portland, Oregon USA Associate Researcher November 2008 to April 2010 • Research topics in machine learning and fractal dimensions, develop programs to aid analysis (C, Mathematica), discuss and present data acquisition methods

Reed College Research Reactor, Portland, Oregon USA NRC-licensed Senior Reactor Operator (SRO) September 2006 to May 2008 • Supervising operations, writing standard operating procedures, verifying check- list accuracy and adherence to procedure, training and evaluating SRO candi- dates, fuel handling supervision, planning and conducting Emergency Drills NRC-licensed Reactor Operator (RO) Sept ’05 to May ’06 Trainee(unpaid) Sept ’04 to May ’05

Selected Dill Pickle Club, Portland, Oregon USA Volunteer Chinatown Researcher and Tour Guide January 2010 to June 2010 Experience • Collaborated with 3 others to research, prepare, and deliver walking tour of Portland’s historic Chinatowns, organized information into tour handouts

Idealist.org, Portland, Oregon USA (not directly associated with Idealist.org) Portland Idealist Group leader December 2009 to May 2010 • Rallied people to continue Idealist Groups dialogue with one another following the initial meeting using facebook and email, discontinued due to leaving Portland

InterVarsity Global Urban Trek, Cairo, Egypt Teaching Assistant at Central School for Displaced Sudanese July 2006 • Assisted local teachers at refugee schools, providing English and Music instruc- tion to adults & students ages 4 – 16 in Cairo, Egypt

Current Teaching English as a Foreign Language (TEFL) 100-hour (2011), Wisconsin Education Certifications Association Council (WEAC) Short-term Substitute Teacher Permit (2010 – ’13), US State Dept Security Clearance Secret level (2010)

Previous HIPAA (2011), Oregon Food Handler (2008 – 2011), Wilderness First Responder (WFR, Certifications WMCT-trained, 2006 – 2009), AED & CPR (2006 – 2008), Fuel Handling (2008), Radiation Safety Officer (2007), Radioactive Materials Handling (2005 – 2008) Skills Communications: Social Networking, dialogue, listening, interpreting and explaining, writing and editing, public speaking, creating and giving presentations Computer: Mac OSX & Microsoft Office, LATEX, BibDesk, Mathematica, C, Ruby Foreign Languages: Basic Spanish, Intermediate Chinese

Interests and Travels: Peru, Mexico, Belize, Spain, Morocco, Costa Rica, Egypt, China, Japan Hobbies Hobbies: Music, Calligraphy, Writing, Baking, Taiji, Biking, Homing Pigeons

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