Jan 2020 – Present · 6 yrs 3 mos · Sandpoint, Idaho

• Whiskey Rock Planning is a land use planning and economic development consulting firm specializing in place-based economic development strategies, comprehensive and strategic planning, site permitting, entitlements and code compliance. Through our detailed approach and comprehensive product, we have established Whiskey Rock Planning as a leading expert in the intermountain west on rural development, resort town planning, cost of growth and economic development strategies.

Oct 2018 – Oct 2019 · 1 yr · Sandpoint, Idaho

• TischlerBise is the leading expert on fiscal and economic analysis, revenue enhancement, and cost of growth strategies.
• TischlerBise is the only national firm focused exclusively on analyzing the cost-of-growth to local governments and finding ways to raise revenue without raising taxes. We assist our national clients to determine the connections between land use decisions and economic and fiscal conditions. Performs in-depth fiscal and economic analysis for municipal and county governments across the nation.
• Work product focuses on Fiscal Impact Studies, Development Impact Fee Reports and Infrastructure Improvement Plans which ascertain the type, pace and cost of residential and nonresidential growth and the resulting levels or units of service delivery for a broad category of government facilities, infrastructure and services. Researches and adheres to complex state enabling legislation and relevant case law specific to work. Manages multiple clients concurrently and all aspects of project lifecycle ranging from submission of RFP’s to public presentation and reporting on findings. Maintains respectful demeanor during contentious and animated public presentations. Work is performed unsupervised and product delivery adheres to firm deadlines requiring impeccable written and oral communication. Knowledge and understanding of municipal finance, budgeting and economic forecasting are essential functions of this position.

May 2017 – Sep 2018 · 1 yr 4 mos · Sandpoint, Idaho

• Leading the Foundation’s community-driven grantmaking in Idaho and Montana I worked closely with residents, businesses and regional funders to develop solutions to the unique challenges facing the region. Identified and developed desirable outcome based metrics and performance measures with grantees resulting in over 15 successful grants. Represented LOR at national events including the LTA Rally, CNU, and New Partners for Smart Growth and individually to dozens of funders and philanthropic groups. Presented funding opportunities to the Board of Directors, and worked collaboratively with a remote team to implement the strategic directives assigned. Managed, reported and closed all grants in accordance with IRS and nonprofit guidelines. Position required paramount levels of integrity and discretion.

Sep 2016 – May 2017 · 8 mos · Sandpoint, Idaho

• Developed strategy, engagement and managed relationships with premium industry outlets such as Forbes, AdExchanger, VentureBeat, Adweek and other trade media publications to drive PR and communications plan for the U.S., EMEA and APAC markets. Worked closely with marketing and international sales team (Dublin, Soul, Singapore, Bejing, Tokyo) to align and focus PR strategy, story development, press outreach for high-profile events like Mobile World Congress, CES, Adweek, Kochava Mobile Summit and others. Supported integrated communication campaigns including crisis communications plans, influencer and related premium partnerships with major digital platforms including Facebook, Twitter, Pinterest, Yahoo, Google, Amazon and others. Collaborated on the development of an executive speaking roadmap, thought leadership campaigns, whitepapers and case studies. Developed strategy and represented Kochava through speaking engagements and participation on various task force and committees including several at IAB. Interfaced directly with Senate, Congressional and Gubernatorial elected officials to advance policy and legislative interest. Participated in webinars with industry partners discussing topics including attribution, digital advertising, ad fraud, user engagement.

Jan 2015 – May 2017 · 2 yrs 4 mos · Sandpoint, Idaho

• Publisher Relationship Management, Customer Engagement and Market
• Analysis for the leading global attribution and analytics provider in the digital advertising space. Responsibilities included recruiting, developing and growing relationships with top performing publishers across various verticals in the industry including but not limited to Facebook, Twitter, Google, Apple, Microsoft, Snapchat, Verizon and others; migration of affiliate programs from competing networks; ensuring the overall success and growth of publishers utilizing the Kochava platform.

Apr 2007 – Jan 2015 · 7 yrs 9 mos · City of Sandpoint, Idaho

• Responsible for all aspects of development, planning and land use regulation in Sandpoint. Major accomplishments included a revision to the Comprehensive Plan and the subsequent rezoning of all city districts, facilitation of more than 100 public meetings, overhaul of the Sandpoint Development Impact Fee Program and associated Capital Improvement Plan, procurement and administration of grants including but not limited to the GIS parcel mapping grant, the award-winning Renewable Energy Enterprise Zone grant, Idaho GEM grant(s), Idaho Commerce T.R.I grant(s) and a Community Assessment grant. Additional duties included advising the Mayor and Council on a variety of planning, transportation, tax, workforce housing, economic development and urban renewal related activities. Managed department staff (6), budget of over $2M and operation of multi-tenant 35,000 sq. ft. city-owned business incubator facility.

Jun 2004 – Apr 2007 · 2 yrs 10 mos · Buffalo, Wyoming

• The primary duties of the position were to plan and direct city development and construction projects including successful award and administration of over $24.5M in capital projects, grants and loans in FY 05’-06’. Represented the city on all infrastructure projects before Wyoming State Land Investment Board, Industrial Siting Council, Wyoming Water Development, Wyoming Business Council, Region 8 EPA, Wyoming DEQ and similar agencies or committees. Additional responsibilities include financial and statistical analysis of the city budget for preparation and projections of the city’s capital improvement program and procurement of funding for 9.9 MGD water treatment plant expansion, water pipeline and wastewater facility projects. Other work included rewrite of the Comprehensive Plan, revisions to ordinances, rate structures and development fees to adequately address land use and the associated impact on service delivery. Managed employees and budget of the building and planning department, secured funding and administered development of the original GIS system including LIDAR imagery.