Background

Experienced in leading site selection and relocation projects for high-growth companies seeking expansion opportunities. Proficient in industry-standard tools including Salesforce, IMPLAN, Pitchbook, Lightcast, Mailchimp, Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Office, and Google Workspace. Recognized as a rising professional by top-tier community investors for strategic relationship building and business development. Successfully expanded a Book of Business through targeted outreach and fundraising initiatives—raising funds for hurricane season preparedness and implementing action plans for investment team support. Adept at managing cross-functional projects, stakeholder engagement, and data-driven decision-making. Clarity in strategic vision and have performed well under pressure and uncertainties. Skilled in budgeting, project planning, identifying technical solutions, budget forecasting and mitigating risks. Worked closely with end users to understand and document business and functional requirements for complex projects.

Job experience

• May 2022 - present
  Project Manager - Business Development
  Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance
  

  Fort Lauderdale, FL, USA

  ● Spearheaded site selection and relocation efforts for 16 Fortune 500 companies, resulting in the creation of over 2,000 jobs and generating $350M+ in shareholder value.
  ● Successfully influenced executive leadership teams to select South Florida for expansion, attracting $230M+ in regional capital investments.
  ● Led 75+ client consultations showcasing the Southeast U.S. as a strategic growth location, converting 30% of leads into qualified, active pipeline projects.
  ● Launched the “Summer in the Life” talent initiative targeting top-tier global universities, accelerating client talent acquisition and enabling 25% faster growth for relocated firms.
  ● Designed and executed a scalable business development outreach strategy in partnership with department leadership, managing a $4.5M budget and contributing $750M+ in economic impact to the local economy.

• July 2021 - September 2021
  Research and Business Intelligence Intern
  Greater Fort Lauderdale Alliance
  

  Fort Lauderdale, Florida, USA

  ● Conducted cost-benefit analyses using the International Economic Development Council’s (IEDC) research framework, successfully influencing three companies to establish new offices in the region.
  ● Created executive-level presentations showcasing persistent 4% market growth in South Florida, directly supporting senior leadership’s efforts to attract high-salary jobs in West Palm Beach, Fort Lauderdale, and Miami.
  ● Negotiated with corporate vendors to optimize project budgets, achieving a 33% reduction in costs related to design, implementation, and ongoing support.
  ● Assessed and refined the organization’s market development strategy, resulting in a 20% increase in media impressions and enhanced regional visibility.
  

• May 2021 - September 2021
  Summer Analyst, Financial Development Division
  American Red Cross
  

  Miami, FL, USA

  ● Designed and launched the “Buy One, Give One” initiative, connecting local small businesses with nonprofit beneficiaries during the COVID-19 pandemic—resulting in 30 new strategic partnerships and meaningful community relief.
  ● Developed the organization's first scalable “Disaster Fundraising Action Plan” curriculum, enabling rapid deployment of resources with a certified volunteer team of 50, and reducing onboarding and mobilization time by 25%.
  ● Spearheaded the “Youth Fundraising Task Force Initiative”, matching 20 high-achieving teens with seasoned staff mentors to foster future leaders in public service and expand organizational impact through youth-led fundraising.

Education

• University of Michigan, College of Literature, Science, and the Arts
  Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy, Politics, and Economics
  

  2020 - 2022
• New York University, Leonard N. Stern School of Business
  Bachelor of Science in Business and Political Economy
  

  2018 - 2020