Experience

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  Project 515

  Jun 2007 - Nov 2013

  Special project manager

  “One Person Can Make A Difference.”One of the greatest achievements in my life was my work at Project 515. It satisfied both a need to be an advocate for my community in the world of public policy & also a deep desire to make a difference using the arts as a vehicle for social change. I never thought that when I began as a volunteer at Project 515 that I would create such a lasting & meaningful relationship with an organization that, like myself, would defy the regular order of law & becme frontrunners of the fight for Marriage Equality. Living, breathing, & doing the work of achieving The Freedom to Marry was the kind of opportunity that gave me the strength I needed to help others survive at a time when the world seemed like it could come to an end.General Project Management:Scheduled events (schools, community organizations, and other partners) Recruited, trained, hired: actors, musicians, writers, etc.Created and developed “live” budgetMarketingCreated all marketing and promotional material guides and distributed them to organizations. If an organization didn’t have a budget, I paid for copies out of mine. Documented all performances in photo and video over 7 years of performance Facilitated communication to all stakeholders including cast, staff, communications and marketing directors, development director, and executive director as well as reported tour happenings to the board of directors. CommunicationsResearched and identified host organizations at every stage and version of the program. Developed process for engaging with hosting organizations through eventual agreement signing. Created all social media and digital content for the program except where shared responsibility with communications team and/or partners. FundraisingAssisted development department in grant writing by providing budgetary information and impact statements such as the number of names added to the organizations database, number of performances, etc. Show less

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  Ballet of the dolls

  May 2009 - Apr 2013

  Company member

  2013 The Big Bad Wolf, Little Red Riding Hood2011 Stepbrother, Cinderfella2011 Ensemble, Dance of the Pink Flamingos2011 Ensemble, Our Way: Johnson & Ryberg, 2010 The Nutcracker (Not so) Suite2010 Nefrititi's Snake, Pas de Quatre

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  Life-time fitness

  Oct 2010 - Nov 2011

  Yoga instructor

  Responsible for the safe instruction and education of traditional yoga disciplines and created new fusion classes

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  Minnesotans united for all families

  Oct 2011 - Nov 2012

  Executive assistant

  Executive Assistant, Minnesotans United for All Families, St Paul, MN Managed scheduling of senior campaign staff as well as communication of confidential and critical information to Board of Directors, coalition groups, and statewide staff support.Maintained schedule and communications for Senior Campaign Manager and other senior staff as well as Board personnel and partner organizations.Answered phones, managed swag store, state fair deputy of campaign presenceCreated and developed statewide intern program, recruited interns for all campaign areas, trained and managed volunteers for office support staff Created, developed, and managed team of volunteers and interns that processed campaign contributions • Maintained coalitions and address contact databases as well as contribution databases.Managed contribution thank you letters and postcards for all donors both small gifts and large as well as designed and coordinated bidding and pricing for campaign postcards/bulk mail processing through union shops. Show less

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  The lowry lab theater

  Jun 2013 - Nov 2013

  Assistant managing director

  Point of contact for renters and artists both new and existing from first contact through final presentation. Manage online presence including website, social media, ticketing site, constant contact, & graphic design. Manage day-to-day operations and working events - house management, concessions/bar, & box office.

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  City of rochester, mn

  Jan 2015 - Jan 2015

  Training facilitator

  Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Training Facilitator “The City of Rochester is committed to a community where all members feel a sense of belonging. We commit to recognizing the diversity of our community members, listening to ALL voices and providing equitable services to create an inclusive place to live, play and work. It takes us all working together.”

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  Lts brewing company

  May 2018 - Nov 2020

  Assistant manager

  ACHIEVEMENTS: Created and hosted Board Game Mondays for Bingo, Drinks and Dragons, Card Tournaments, and more directly resulted in an increase in attendance of 30% and an increase in revenue 50%.Ensure compliance and training for staff in verifying identification of patrons over 21 and alcohol consumption restrictions. Create a positive environment by providing clear, specific, timely and respectful coaching and feedback to taproom attendants to ensure operational excellence and to improve team member performance. Provide training and compliance for proper procedures of changing kegs to the tap lines and maintaining proper service roles in product knowledge, and roles in service as related to LTS core values. Manage off-sale operation by ordering inventory of glass, cans, and bottles including staffing, production line, and reporting sales. Promote and provide information on LTS events to customers via in person, social media, and certain press outlets. Complete biweekly inventory of all chemicals, sanitation, and other taproom supplies. Show less

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  Journey to growth

  May 2019 - Oct 2019

  Committee member

  Journey to Growth, or J2G, is a five-year economic development plan created to ensure the future economic viability of the southeast Minnesota region. J2G's efforts focused on diversifying and growing our regional economy beyond healthcare by focusing resources on other growth sectors, leveraging existing regional assets, and developing the regional talent base.

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  Self-employed

  Nov 2020 - Apr 2021

  Independent contractor

  Independent Freelance Contracting during Covid-19:1) Asbestos removal and Ceiling Insulation 2) Landscape Remodeling3) Post-Remodel Home Cleanup

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  Jamul casino

  Apr 2021 - Jun 2021

  Beverage server

  Take drink orders, communicate with bartenders, assist in the preparation of drinks and present drinks to guests while monitoring guest consumption of alcohol and intervene as needed according to guidelines. Handle money according to procedure; operate the cash register, take money, make change, and make deposits at the end of shift. Keep work areas clean and free of safety hazards. Meet department uniform, appearance, and grooming requirements. Meet attendance guidelines of the job and adhere to regulatory, department, and company policies. Show less

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  Ihg hotels & resorts

  Jun 2021 - Jan 2022

  Food and beverage supervisor

  Trained and learned from employees and staff, learned standards of service, learned cocktail and drink recipes, bartended, served (breakfast and dinner), delivered room service, set up and take down/clean bar areas, inventory liquor/bar, supply room, set up and tear down of catering and events, day-of managed events.

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  The cavalier sf, llc

  May 2022 - Jun 2022

  Server

  Create positive interactions while serving guests in a friendly and efficient manner, ensuring customers have exceptional dining experiences. Be attentive to guests’ needs, making them feel welcome, comfortable, important and relaxed.

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  Bon appetite

  Sept 2022 - now

  Concessions/bartender

  Customer Service above all - in addition to bar set up, learning drink specials, making drinks to serve guests and collecting payments, accurate inventory counts.

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  Cafe marlowe, llc

  Oct 2022 - Jul 2023

  Server

  Greeting guests at tables, answering menu questions, taking orders, inputting orders into POS using "Toast," communicating orders or changes to kitchen and bartenders, running food and drinks to guests, presenting final bill and taking payment in a timely manner that is casual, easy, and professional.

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  Nombe

  Nov 2022 - now

  Caterer

  Prepare and wrap food for transport to and from event, inventory food and supplies, load and unload transport van, set up event at venue, serve food at venue, clean up, load out and return supplies to storage spaces.

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  Gray line san francisco & northern california

  Aug 2023 - now

  Tour guide

  Conduct guided tours, adhering to established routes and itineraries while engaging and entertaining participants through informative commentary, providing accurate information about history, landmarks, culture, and local points of interest. I also assist participants whenever possible during embarkation and disembarkation while ensuring safety compliance, and maintaining a positive and professional demeanor. Answering questions, making recommendations, and managing unexpected situations are an important skill to have in this line of work.Building relationships with my guests is the most important part of touring, when they trust me we understand one another and at that point there is such a good line of communication both verbal and non. My clients come from all over the world so it's very important to me that they feel warm and welcome on my tours. Show less

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  San francisco department of public works

  Mar 2024 - Mar 2024

  Poll worker

  Bear witness to all activities during the 2024 Primary Elections in San Francisco city and county including but not limited to maintaining a barrier-free, accessible, and transparent election at assigned polling place by organizing tables, posting signage, identifying languages, and opening voting place on time @ 7 am, offering curbside voting and wheelchair accessible options for voters during the day. Perform custody exchange checks and properly set up BSM's and BMD's.