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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Small Business Program Manager

  • Education

    • Kauffman Foundation

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      Fast Trac Certified Facilitator Small Business Development

    • Michigan Small Business Academy - Senior Business

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      Consulting

    • Cleary University

      1991 - 1993
      BBA Business

      GPA 3.79

    • Cleary University

      2008 - 2010
      MBA Management

  • Experience

    • TNG Technologies, Inc.

      Apr 2003 - Oct 2008
      President

      Provided affordable marketing and graphic design to small and mid size businesses including web development.

    • Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center, Region 12

      Jun 2007 - May 2012
      Certified Small Business Consultant

    • MI-Small Business & Technology Development Center

      Jun 2007 - Jan 2009
      Satellite Director, Counselor

      Satellite Director for Lenawee County. Provided counseling, training and research for small businesses.

    • Michigan Small Business & Technology Development Center

      May 2012 - Apr 2013
      Growth Group Specialist

      The SBTDC provides a full range of services to growth companies that includes not only strategic needs assessment (SNA) and market analysis but also ongoing strategy development, financial analysis and access to capital.

    • Oakland County, Michigan Government

      Apr 2013 - Jun 2018
      Senior Business Consultant, Planning and Economic Development Services Division

      Provide one-on-one counseling small businesses in Oakland County Michigan.We assist with a wide range of issues including:• Identifying sources of capital• Analyzing financial records• Marketing and advertising strategies• Developing and updating business plans• Operational and strategic planning advice• Website evaluation and SEO analysis• PeerSpectives Roundtable Facilitator (Former)• Fast Trac Facilitator

    • Oakland County Economic Development

      Apr 2016 - Mar 2022
      Senior Business Development Representative

      Provides resources and technical assistance to businesses contemplating investment and growth in the County by linking them to appropriate local, regional, state and federal resources and programs. Acts as a technical representative to both local and non-resident businesses in order to coordinate available County assistance and to perform advocate functions for these businesses. Develops and maintains communication with area businesses and other interested groups in order to gather and disseminate pertinent information regarding business needs and economic development services. Depending on work assignment international travel may be required. Provides training and guidance to professional level staff in the business development group. Receives high visibility assignments and county initiated marketing projects. Assists in the preparation of marketing plans and strategy. Acts as a sales representative for Oakland County to attract and retain business to the County. Team leader for special projects as requested by the County Executive, Deputy County Executive, or Department Director. Show less

    • Unified Business Technologies (UBT), Inc.

      Jun 2018 - Mar 2024
      Vice President of Operations

      Unified Business Technologies, Inc. (UBT) is an award-winning, woman-owned small business firm specializing in Information Technology, Telecommunications, Electronics Manufacturing, Engineering, and Professional Support services for Federal and Commercial customers. Our customer-centric mission is to deliver unparallel solutions and services that empower our clients to experience operational efficiences and optimized business practices.We deliver comprehensive life-cycle solutions and provide universal, end-to-end capabilities to the US Government and Private Sector in the following five key competency areas:- Engineering and Electronic Manufacturing - Information Technology and Publications- Logistics and Professional Services- Construction- AviationUBT Team members include US military veterans and retired government civilians. We appreciate those who serve and are always looking to assist any military veteran. We thank you for your service. Show less

    • Alture Community Development Corporation

      Jun 2021 - Mar 2024
      Executive Director

      Our mission is to develop and implement training and job placement for young adults in the City of Pontiac (and beyond). Training will focus on trade skills such as construction, hands-on heavy equipment usage, manufacturing, landscaping and snow removal and more. Our ultimate goal is to provide a life long skill that will enable graduates of the program to develop a sustainable career.

    • Sheltron, Inc.

      Jan 2023 - Mar 2024
      Vice President

    • Michigan Economic Development Corporation

      Mar 2024 - now
      Small Business Program Manager

  • Licenses & Certifications