About

In 2006, I began study at the Barrett Honors College at Arizona State University. Now four years later, the information and high quality of instruction at Barrett, the open conferences with world-renowned academics and professionals, combined with the completion of my Honors Thesis on Urban Development has given me a strong foundation in International Affairs and Global Relations.

Through my work at the U.S. Consulate General in Milan, Italy, I gained an acute perception of the power and effectiveness of proper public/private interface, management, and community outreach. My experiences during my undergraduate internship abroad have honed my ability to grasp overarching goals, negotiate, prioritize strategic details, and accomplish agency objectives. A well-organized and clear action plan for providing support services from a general standpoint is necessary. With fruitful and nimble interaction, a result can be efficiently generated which results in a win-win situation for all stakeholders. This concept is essential in interfacing with government and both local and international organizations, especially when providing an introduction and logistical support to organization members.

I proved I am a flexible self-starter able to adapt to new languages and varied inter-cultural duties as a political and economic Intern for the U.S. Consulate General in Milan, Italy. I was asked to extend my internship with the Consulate beyond my departure date. My experiences working for the State department combined with my four-month solo travel in 26 countries conducting independent research, taught me to rely on myself, to adapt to varied situations and unexpected environments, and to connect with local and international hosts and enjoy the beauty and joy of cross-cultural interface. My experiences firsthand of traveling through Eastern Europe broadened my understanding of city development, sustainability initiatives, and cross-cultural interaction. These experiences make me well rounded and qualified for a variety of positions

With the turmoil and change present throughout the world, it is necessary to have skills and an education that can adapt and change to situations as presented. Global Studies and my work with the U.S. Consulate have presented me with an international skill set. I have training in team building, mediation, negotiation, public speaking, international politics, language skills, sociology, administrative process, and research practices. I am an adept and adaptable addition to any team.