May 2004 – May 2006 · 2 yrs · Tallahassee, Florida

• Senior executive charged with development and delivery of agency priorities with general oversight of 400+ employees. Responsible for legislative affairs, communications, budget, operations and statewide real estate, facilities management, purchasing and governmental fleet. Restructured state's 17M sf office space portfolio resulting in multi-property disposition and lease consolidation to deliver $65M+ in rent reductions over 10 year terms. Reduced department space plan need by 37%.

Dec 2000 – May 2004 · 3 yrs 5 mos · Tallahassee, Florida

• Developed and advanced strategic policy initiatives in support of the Jeb Bush administration relevant to the department. Directed agency public affairs activities and implementation of agency appropriations and legislative mandates. Pursued legislation resulting in large public sector outsourcing, the creation of Governor Bush's "Center for Efficient Government" and implementation of "Service First" which resulted in the overhaul of Florida's civil service system including first ever merit-based employee bonus program.

Nov 1999 – Dec 2000 · 1 yr 1 mo · Tallahassee, Florida

• Developed and advanced business priorities specializing in economic development and transportation. Managed all aspects of the Political Action Committee. Responsible of regular committee testimony, press conferences, member communications and statewide speaking engagements. Increased PAC revenues by 25%. Established statewide pro-business candidate selection and support program.

Jun 1998 – Nov 1999 · 1 yr 5 mos · Tallahassee, Florida

• Managed legislative functions for eight-member government affairs team including bill analysis, research and reporting. Developed local chamber relationships, provided legislative briefings, coordinated member events and managed the internship program. Authored press releases, pocket guides, annual reports and newsletters.