Jun 2020 – Dec 2025 · 5 yrs 6 mos · Chicago, Illinois, United States · Remote

• Reported directly to the CEO and served as a strategic advisor to 3 co-founders, acting as the operating partner responsible for converting leadership intent into execution across People, Talent, Finance, IT, and Operations. Designed and scaled the enterprise operating infrastructure that enabled ~435% YoY growth, expanding the organization from startup to a multi-million-dollar enterprise operating across 37 states and global markets.
• 𝐂𝐡𝐢𝐞𝐟 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐟𝐟 & 𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐩𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐒𝐜𝐨𝐩𝐞
• ➟ Acted as the CEO’s operating extension, translating strategic priorities into quarterly execution plans, operating rhythms, and cross-functional accountability across 3 divisions.
• ➟ Established decision frameworks that surfaced risk, misalignment, and tradeoffs early, accelerating execution while minimizing escalation and organizational drag.
• ➟ Served as a force multiplier for founders and divisional leaders, ensuring priorities moved forward with clarity, speed, and discipline during periods of rapid growth.
• 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 & 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞
• ➟Built the enterprise people operating system from the ground up, establishing policies, processes, and workforce infrastructure supporting W2 and 1099 populations.
• ➟ Designed and implemented onboarding, performance management, and talent mapping systems that enabled leaders to manage at scale without breakdown as the organization grew.
• ➟ Implemented multi-state and global compliance frameworks, avoiding regulatory penalties and materially reducing organizational risk during expansion.
• 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲
• ➟ Defined and executed enterprise talent strategy aligned to business growth objectives, including job architecture, compensation frameworks, and workforce planning.
• 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐄𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐄𝐱𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬
• ➟ Enabled marquee contract wins.

Jun 2019 – Present · 6 yrs 10 mos

• Engaged by founders and leadership teams to stabilize, scale, and professionalize people and operational systems during growth, transition, and investor-facing moments. Partnered closely with leaders to translate business priorities into practical, scalable solutions across people operations, talent, and execution.
• My work spans roles and functions because growth rarely fits neatly into job descriptions. I’m most effective when I can move fluidly across people, operations, and execution to solve the problems that matter most.
• 𝐏𝐞𝐨𝐩𝐥𝐞 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 & 𝐒𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐫𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞
• ➟ Designed and implemented people operating systems spanning job architecture, compensation, onboarding, performance management, and core compliance.
• ➟ Enabled compliant workforce expansion of 1,200+ hires across multiple jurisdictions, supporting consistency as organizations scaled.
• 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭, 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 & 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
• ➟ Strengthened hiring and leadership readiness by embedding structure into workforce planning, role design, and evaluation frameworks.
• ➟ Built succession and leadership frameworks that reduced founder dependency and improved execution during growth phases.
• 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 & 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
• ➟ Supported investor readiness through operating cadences, reporting structures, and governance documentation aligned to board and diligence expectations.
• ➟ Supported strategic partnerships and growth initiatives valued at $100M+, ensuring people and operational readiness aligned with commercial commitments.
• 𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 & 𝐂𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩
• ➟ Served as a trusted advisor to founders and leadership teams, driving clarity, prioritization, and execution discipline in high-change environments.
• 𝘊𝘶𝘳𝘳𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘭𝘺 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘱𝘵𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘴𝘦𝘭𝘦𝘤𝘵 𝘧𝘳𝘢𝘤𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯𝘢𝘭, 𝘪𝘯𝘵𝘦𝘳𝘪𝘮, 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘢𝘥𝘷𝘪𝘴𝘰𝘳𝘺 𝘦𝘯𝘨𝘢𝘨𝘦𝘮𝘦𝘯𝘵𝘴.

Feb 2018 – Apr 2020 · 2 yrs 2 mos

• First strategic hire for a $135M, 5-million-square-foot industrial park development within a highly regulated cannabis market. Partnered closely with founders to support capital strategy, investor relations, tenant pre-leasing, municipal engagement, and external communications. Provided the structure, analysis, and stakeholder coordination required to de-risk the venture and position it for financing, occupancy, and market credibility.
• 𝐁𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐤𝐞𝐭 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐠𝐲
• ➟ Conducted market research and competitive analysis to inform site selection, tenant strategy, and positioning within emerging cannabis markets.
• ➟ Coordinated multi-state site scouting logistics and comparative market evaluations, directly contributing to the selection of a viable development location.
• 𝐈𝐧𝐯𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐫 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 & 𝐂𝐚𝐩𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐮𝐩𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭
• ➟ Mapped and engaged the PE, VC, and family-and-friends investor landscape, identifying firms with sector appetite and generating targeted introductions that expanded access to capital.
• ➟ Stewarded investor relations across the venture lifecycle, managing communications, reporting cadence, and IR infrastructure to preserve transparency and trust.
• 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬, 𝐏𝐫𝐞-𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐤𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐝𝐞𝐫 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
• ➟ Cultivated industry and community partnerships through participation in cannabis, real estate, and municipal forums.
• ➟ Secured multiple LOIs from growers, processors, labs, and secure transport partners, validating tenant demand and strengthening financing readiness.
• ➟ Supported municipal negotiations by aligning development goals with local stakeholder priorities and regulatory considerations.
• 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬
• ➟ Directed media strategy and positioned founders for press engagements, securing coverage in Crain’s Grand Rapids Business, MLive, MMJ Daily, and Battle Creek Enquirer.

Jan 2018 – Present · 8 yrs 3 mos

• As a Certified Career Management Coach and Executive Coach, my role is to be a skilled listener, offering insightful observations and asking the right questions to help you clarify your best path forward. The coaching relationship provides the confidence and clarity you need to create a clear vision and take purposeful action in your career.
• If you’re eager to advance to the next level but uncertain about how to get there, career coaching can be the catalyst for your growth. Together, we'll explore your goals, identify obstacles, and develop actionable strategies to help you achieve your career aspirations.

Oct 2017 – Present · 8 yrs 6 mos

• I founded Jolt Your Career because I believe everyone deserves professional success, financial stability, and personal fulfillment. Frustrated by the red tape of Department of Labor policies and the constraints of staffing agency culture, I set out to make a direct impact on people’s careers. What began as a resume-writing firm has since evolved into a comprehensive consultancy. Today, Jolt Your Career empowers job seekers with services ranging from resume writing to salary negotiation, while also providing tailored consulting for corporations and startups, including people operations and talent acquisition strategies.

Jan 2016 – Present · 10 yrs 3 mos

• Let’s face it: the job market and networking have changed. Your LinkedIn profile is the epicenter of your professional brand and needs to be primed to attract quality job offers and high-value connections.
• This isn’t just a copy-and-paste of your resume stuffed with the latest buzzwords. We transform your LinkedIn profile to tell your unique story, building trust and credibility from the very first impression. By considering both the algorithm and human readers, we ensure you're positioned as an irreplaceable expert in your field. Your LinkedIn strategy is customized to your goals and industry.
• To be a top-choice candidate, your professional brand must be polished with a consistent and tailored strategy that keeps you at the forefront of opportunities.

Jan 2015 – Present · 11 yrs 3 mos

• The JYC team creates modern resumes that easily navigate through the online applicant process (ATS), check off all the boxes for recruiters, and impress hiring managers so you land more interviews.
• Our clients fall into two categories:
• ☝ Top performers too busy to update their resume
• ✌ Ambitious professionals who aren't sure where they're going "wrong"
• Want to see more examples of our work? Schedule a complimentary consultation https://www.joltyourcareer.today/book-your-consultation-call

May 2017 – Oct 2017 · 5 mos

• Recruited by Aerotek’s Midwest Aviation Account Executive following successful collaboration with his client accounts at a prior company. Entrusted with full-cycle recruiting for high-compliance aviation roles and quickly recognized as a strategic contributor, regularly invited into client discussions to inform hiring strategy and feasibility. While embedded in aviation, supported cross-division hiring due to a strong network and consultative approach.
• 𝐇𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐃𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐲 & 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐮𝐥𝐭𝐬
• ➟ Placed 32 candidates within the first 90 days, ranking #1 among 20+ new hires for production, revenue, and commission.
• ➟ Delivered time-sensitive placements that supported uninterrupted operations across commercial airlines, MROs, OEMs, and defense contractors.
• 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐇𝐢𝐠𝐡-𝐑𝐢𝐬𝐤 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐫𝐮𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠
• ➟ Executed DOT- and FAA-compliant hiring for safety-critical roles, ensuring adherence to regulatory, credentialing, and background requirements.
• 𝐒𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐜𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬
• ➟ Built rapid-turn sourcing pipelines leveraging trade schools, alumni networks, state workforce partners, and niche social platforms to address talent shortages.
• ➟ Filled roles across aviation, engineering, scientific, clinical, skilled trades, commercial, and professional services based on client demand.
• 𝐂𝐥𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐭 & 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩
• ➟ Advised Account Executives and client stakeholders on job scoping, market availability, and hiring feasibility for hard-to-fill roles.
• ➟ Strengthened client relationships by aligning talent delivery with business goals, contributing to retention and account expansion.
• Exited following company-wide reorganization and regional consolidation of the aviation division.

Mar 2016 – May 2017 · 1 yr 2 mos · Greater Chicago Area

• Directed workforce programming across WIOA Adult, Dislocated Worker, Youth, AARP Back to Work 50+, and Manufacturing Careers Internship Program. Managed a caseload of 100+ job seekers while balancing employer engagement, HR administration, grant compliance, and talent development initiatives. Operated as both program strategist and practitioner, building equitable pipelines, aligning training to labor market demand, and sustaining 100% audit readiness across federal and state programs.
• 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐬 & 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
• ➟ Designed and facilitated recurring workshops on resume writing, interviewing, and job search strategy, scaling services to 500+ participants monthly and reducing time-to-placement.
• ➟ Qualified participants for $8K+ in grant-funded certifications (PMP, SHRM, CompTIA, Digital Marketing), directly increasing employability and placement outcomes.
• 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐫 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬 & 𝐓𝐚𝐥𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐏𝐢𝐩𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬
• ➟ Built and maintained strategic partnerships with 100+ local employers across manufacturing, IT, professional services, and administrative functions.
• ➟ Collaborated with employers to co-design onboarding, OJT, and training programs aligned to real workforce needs, improving retention and strengthening local hiring pipelines.
• 𝐇𝐑 𝐀𝐝𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, 𝐏𝐚𝐲𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐥 & 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞
• ➟ Maintained 100% Department of Labor audit readiness by systematizing eligibility verification, case documentation, and compliance reporting across WIOA and affiliated grants.
• ➟ Processed and verified participant hours and payroll through ADP for OJT and subsidized employment programs, ensuring accuracy, timeliness, and compliance.
• 𝐆𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐬, 𝐑𝐞𝐩𝐨𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐒𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲
• ➟ Contributed workforce data, outcomes, and narrative insights to grant proposals and reporting cycles, supporting program renewals and funding continuity.

Feb 2009 – Jan 2015 · 5 yrs 11 mos

• Served in progressively responsible roles within a federally funded workforce development program supporting early-career populations. Delivered career readiness, leadership development, and workforce transition programming while partnering with employers, higher education, training providers, unions, and military representatives to create sustainable employment pathways. Recognized for modernizing operations, strengthening compliance outcomes, and driving measurable gains in participation, retention, and placement.
• 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐜𝐞 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
• ➟ Facilitated job readiness programming including resume development, interviewing, job search strategy, workplace readiness, and leadership fundamentals.
• ➟ Built structured career pathways aligned to regional labor-market demand, expanding access to skilled trades, professional roles, and entry-level career opportunities.
• 𝐄𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐨𝐲𝐞𝐫 & 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐏𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩𝐬
• ➟ Established and maintained partnerships. Coordinated employer engagement, site visits, and recruitment activities that increased placement options and strengthened program credibility.
• 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦 𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐡𝐢𝐩 & 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐦𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭
• ➟ Selected to lead turnaround of the Center’s Leadership Program, redesigning structure, participation strategy, and delivery model, resulting in a 90% increase in staff participation.
• ➟ Revamped career readiness programming, improving Department of Labor performance measures by 40%+.
• ➟ Designed and launched a formal mentorship program, improving early retention by 23% and earning recognition during a Department of Labor audit.
• 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞, 𝐏𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 & 𝐀𝐮𝐝𝐢𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬
• ➟ Maintained strong audit outcomes and used performance data to identify gaps, inform program improvements, and support continuous compliance.
• 𝐀𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝𝐬:
• ➟ Multiple Above and Beyond Awards, Soaring Eagle Award, and Appreciation Awards