Experience

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  Wtw

  Jan 1995 - Jun 1997

  Pension benefits analyst

  Retirement Analyst on two national accounts. Towers Watson is a leading global HR consulting company.

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  Bureau of labor statistics

  May 1997 - Jun 2008

  Economist

  Senior Economist on two leading economic indicators. The Bureau of Labor Statistics of the U.S. Department of Labor is the principal Federal agency responsible for measuring labor market activity, working conditions, and price changes in the economy.

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  U.s. small business administration

  Jul 2008 - Feb 2012

  Business development specialist

  Provided specialized government contracting consultation through a variety of SBA resources. SBDC Project Officer to the California State University Fullerton SDBC Program, Program Manager of e200 Emerging Leaders, and 8(a) Business Development Manager valued at over $120m. Portfolio growth 27% over a three year period. Reviewed and approved business and marketing plans, joint venture and mentor protege agreements, and financial statements and three revenue projects. The SBA helps Americans start, build and grow businesses. Show less

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  U.s. department of veterans affairs

  Feb 2012 - Jan 2017

  Small business specialist

  Advised potential suppliers on procedures concerning formal advertising and negotiated acquisitions. Developed procedural guidance and provided technical advice to program managers and contracting officers on the nuances of varied small business programs; highlighting statutory procurement hierarchy and mandatory sources as outlined in the Small Business Act, FAR/VAAR and issued guidance. Encouraged opportunities for small business concerns within the various socioeconomic programs by providing information regarding means for doing business with the Federal Government, including assistance available from Federal agencies. VA Desert Pacific Healthcare Network is one of 21 Healthcare Networks operated nationwide by the United States Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). The Network is comprised of eight health care systems and 65 community clinics serving 1.5 million veterans in Arizona, New Mexico and Southern California . Show less

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  Us army corps of engineers

  Jan 2017 - now

  Deputy for small business programs

  I am the Deputy for Small Business Programs at U.S. Army Corps of Engineers Los Angeles District. The Los Angeles District provides world class engineering solutions and project management services that respond to the needs of the nation, the environment and the public, including: Planning, designing, building and operating water resources, designing and managing the construction of military facilities for the Army and Air Force, and providing design and construction management support for other federal agencies. I oversee the Small Business Program for a District with over $1B in awards annually. Show less