Work Experience Present - South Lewis County Chamber of Commerce Director of Economic Development   I currently work to promote South Lewis County’s economic development. I work with the county commissioners, the planning department and other local and state agencies to ensure that South Lewis County has representation and that the desires of the people are being heard. Public and Government Relations/Legislative Assistant - Legislative Session 2008 - I worked with a Lobbyist during the legislative session. I was responsible for all administrative needs and worked with 13 different clients to insure their voice was heard and best interests were taken care of during the 2007/2008 legislative session. On a daily basis I consulted with Legislators in the House and Senate to express the concerns and requests of these clients. I helped to push bills that the client supported or kill bills that they were against or simply suggested amendments to make a bill better before it became law. House Republican Organizational Committee - Fundraising Assistant - 2007 interim - I worked for HROC assisting members to plan and implement in-district fundraising events updating donor databases and aid in post session fundraising letters. My main objective was to plan events and help raise funds for the members and HROC. House Republican Caucus - Communications Department - Legislative Session 2007 - I posted news releases helped with web-design and updated member information. My main role was to insure that the web-site was constantly updated with current legislative information and news. I also posted the "Capitol Buzz" everyday which is a conglomeration of pertinent news articles from around the state to help keep subscribers informed on issues. Fashion Industry/Self Employed -1999 to 2007 - I am responsible for billing, marketing, scheduling and performing all office and managerial needs. I make personal and televised appearances to showcase merchandise and introduce clients to new and upcoming fashions.    Preservation Management - Evaline School District - 2005 to Present - I am currently working with the Evaline School District to establish the district as a National/State Historic site, which would enable the school to be added to the National Register of Historic Places. I procured a grant for a Study and Survey program that will be instrumental in establishing a Growth Management Plan that will insure that the historic significance of the school stays intact while allowing for the inevitable growth of the district. I will monitor and assist in the implementation of the Growth Management Plan. I am currently the Project Manager for Evaline and work closely with the Superintendent, School Board, and Architect in the development of a comprehensive plan that would benefit the entire school district and meet their needs based on the outcome of the Study and Survey. I am also responsible for assembling a Historic Foundation and Trust for the Historic Evaline School.  Chairman Evaline School Board - Evaline School District - 2001 to 2002 - I was elected to represent the Evaline district at the Washington State School Director’s Legislative Assembly. I was instrumental in passing a Maintenance and Operations Levy by over 80% during a very uncertain time in the school's history. I ran campaigns; I went door to door to ensure constituents were well informed about the issues and was responsible for phone banks. Major issues in which I was instrumental in investigating and educating myself and others while on the Board were; non-high, transportation, special education, grants, consolidation, Evaline boundary identification, investigating land purchase for possible school expansion, researching, revising and implementing policies to ensure we were up to current standards. I was directly involved with the Superintendent on budget and finance issues and assisted in the development and proposal of the annual budget. Travel Agent - Global Travel Agency - 1996 - I assisted clients on making well informed travel decisions and scheduled their itinerary to suit their individual needs. I provided clients with researched information to make trips a rewarding and memorable experience. Administrative Assistant/Intern - Global Travel Agency - 1996 - Answered phones, greeted and assisted clients, handled general administrative duties, such as filing, faxing, copying and mailing.   Budget and Finance Officer’s Assistant - United States Forest Service - I was in charge of accounts payable, general office management duties, including but not limited to; computer data entry, filing, correspondence, answering multi-line phones, greeting and directing office visitors. I supervised management of the GSA vehicle fleet, which included approximately 100 vehicles. I was in charge of scheduling, distribution, proper maintenance, up keep and billing. I managed the travel of personnel and set up proper accommodations. Other Work, Community and Volunteer Experiences   Thurston County Republican Party State Committeewoman   Precinct Committee Officer   WSRP Platform Committee Vice-Chair 2008   Member Thurston County Women's Republican Club   Previous Programs Director Thurston County Women’s Republican Club   Member Washington Federation of Republican Woman   Washington Federation of Republican Woman Nominating Committee 2006   Volunteer at the Thurston County Republican Party Headquarters Office   Representative Richard DeBolt's Campaign Manager 2006   Campaign Coordinator for the Yes on I-933 Campaign - Washington State Farm Bureau   Mike McGavick for US Senate - Thurston County Steering Committee   Event planning (examples):      Lincoln Day Dinners      Conventions      Meetings      Kick-off Breakfasts      Church and School related functions   Youth Ministries trip to Mexico with church - Built five homes in a week   Women's Retreat Coordinator/Decorating Committee - Church Education   Graduated International School of Travel, Master Travel Course, Deans List, 1996   Baker City, Oregon High School Graduate, 1991