ABOUT ME

I have spent the last two decades doing a range of community building across a diverse set of organizations both domestically and internationally. I began my career as a researcher for a popular novelist and as an English teacher abroad in Japan. I worked for the United Nations in the Ethics Office at Headquarters and with the United Nations Development Program (UNDP) as well as the University of Ghana to enhance local community security in West Africa. As both a Campaign Manager and Community Organizer, I have helped candidates win election and reelection in three US states. 

 

I began my journey in workforce development as an Employment Specialist and Case Manager supporting people with disabilities as well as individuals who were formerly justice-involved to find and sustain employment in the Central Florida area. Since moving to Colorado and as an independent consultant, I have helped build community engagement strategies for Colorado nonprofits supporting individuals in their unique employment journeys. I have most recently served as the Director of Community Engagement and Strategic Partnerships at the Second Chance Center in Aurora.

In the private sector, I have led security operations and community teams at Disney, Airbnb and Lyft, most recently focusing on social impact initiatives to support nonprofits and small businesses with essential transportation during the pandemic.

 

I formerly served on the Election Commission for the City of Centennial. I hold a Masters in International Affairs from Columbia University in New York City and a Bachelors of International Relations from Boston University. I am conversational in Spanish and speak limited Japanese. I am an avid snowboarder and sports fan. I reside with my wife, two daughters and son in Centennial, Colorado.