Professional Experience
Nevada Youth Empowerment Project | Reno, NV.
2019- Present
As Program Manager at Nevada Youth Empowerment Project (NYEP), I direct the daily operations of a 15-bed transitional living program serving young women ages 18–24 experiencing homelessness. I lead staff, coordinate resident services, and manage the day-to-day systems that support consistent and effective program operations.
My work includes staff supervision, curriculum development and facilitation, crisis response, policy and procedure development, intake and program systems, community partnerships, organizational communications, and technology initiatives. I focus on turning organizational goals into practical tools and processes, identifying gaps, and building systems that strengthen staff accountability, staff effectiveness, and resident outcomes.
Nevada Youth Empowerment Project | Reno, NV.
2015-2019
I supported the daily operations of a 15-bed nonprofit transitional living program serving young women ages 18–24 experiencing homelessness. My role included providing case management, coordinating supportive services, developing community partnerships, and supporting program operations to promote consistency, accountability, and effective service delivery. I collaborated with residents, staff, and community partners to help young adults achieve housing stability, employment, education, and long-term independence.
Fairgrounds Animal Hospital | Reno, NV.
2013-2021
I supported the daily operations of a three-doctor veterinary hospital while leading digital marketing and communications. My work included website development, social media management, office administration, client reception, and community engagement initiatives that strengthened the organization's brand and enhanced the client experience.
Americorps VISTA | Nevada Youth Empowerment Project | Reno, NV.
2009-2012
As an AmeriCorps VISTA, I helped build NYEP's organizational capacity through program development, community partnerships, digital communications, and countywide collaborative initiatives. I launched NYEP's first website and social media platforms and coordinated Washoe County's first Youth Point-in-Time Count. My work was recognized with the Nevada AmeriCorps VISTA of the Year Award, the Governor's Points of Light Award, and the President's Volunteer Service Award.
Fitzgerald's Casino & Hotel | Reno, NV.
2004-2008
I worked across Human Resources and Marketing, contributing to employee engagement, internal communications, event planning, and brand promotion. My responsibilities included coordinating employee programs, developing marketing initiatives, and managing special events that strengthened organizational culture and community engagement.
Awards & Recognition
Soroptimist Fiat Lux ("Let There Be Light") Award Soroptimist International of Washoe County | May 2026 Leadership and service positively impacting women, girls, and the local community.
Nevada95 "Youth Make Their Mark" Recognition Nevada Humanities | October 2020 Community leadership and youth collaboration during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Governor's Points of Light Award Nevada Volunteers | November 2013
President's Volunteer Service Award President's Council on Service and Civic Participation | November 2012
Nevada AmeriCorps VISTA Member of the Year Nevada Volunteers | August 2012
Nevada AmeriCorps VISTA Member of the Year Nevada Volunteers | August 2010
Education
University of Nevada, Reno | Reno, NV.
Completed HR Management Certificate coursework while serving in a dual Human Resources and Marketing management role.
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