Director of Client Relations at Ferghana Partners

Point of contact for support during client on-boarding and throughout the duration of the contract. Integral part of a small team who completed approximately 30 deals in the past 11 years in M&A, partnering, and financing/fundraising; including raising ~$200M and the distribution partnership of an OTC pain product in 124 countries. Maintaining the company’s extensive in-house built CRM. Managing all aspects of the documentation process (NDA, Engagement Letters, Term Sheets) for each current deal; including drafting and execution. Designing marketing materials including pitch books and Information Memorandums for clients. Creating briefing sheets for Science and Banking teams, explaining the overview, technical applications, and suggested transactional need of each project. Drafting letters for science and banking teams for client communication.

Business Development Consultant at Poughkeepsie Farm Project – Non-Profit Working Farm

Provided business development support for a nonprofit working farm, focusing on partnerships, funding opportunities, and community outreach to support the organization’s mission in Poughkeepsie, NY.

Event Consultant at Hidden Value Orchards – Family Entertainment Farm

Providing event planning and coordination services for a family entertainment farm, including marketing, guest experiences, and event logistics.

Founder and Dean at Awesome Poughkeepsie – Micro-Grant Philanthropy Program

Led a 10-person board meeting monthly to award micro-grants; raised $29,000 in 13 months, including $8,300 personally. Conducted market research via cold-calling to identify community objectives; lead-sourced diverse Trustees; managed website, press requests, and applicant communications; interviewed and secured a fiscal sponsor to enable grant writing and relieve financial burden on Trustees; handled ongoing financial responsibilities and press outreach.

Community and Events Manager at New York State Floodplain and Stormwater Managers Association

Managed a membership program of ~1400 professionals; organized eight virtual trainings and managed continuing education credits; planned and emceed a two-day virtual conference; planned and executed a three-day in-person conference with 200+ attendees; updated the website and marketing tools (emails, newsletters).

Marketing Consultant at Craftsman Ave – Maker Space for Casual Trade-Related Workshops

Created and maintained marketing relationships; crafted outward digital marketing efforts (email, social, website copy); designed materials to branding; used analytics to gauge success and adjust campaigns; supported additional workshops.

Founder at Renaissance Person – Casual Learning of Hands-On Skills for Adults

Hosted 35+ uniquely themed hands-on events around NYC; curated concepts, managed talent booking, sponsors and strategic partnerships, social media, and website.

Investor Relations Representative at Renaissance Technologies, LLC

Technology hedge fund investor relations representative.

Marketing Assistant at Colony Capital, LLC

Real Estate Private Equity marketing assistant.

Assistant Manager and Event Planner at Fiddleheads NY

Assisted in restaurant operations and planned events.

Community and Events Manager at New York State Floodplain and Stormwater Managers Association

Managed membership (~1,400) in cloud software; answered member inquiries and renewals; organized eight virtual trainings; planned and emceed two-day virtual conference and three-day in-person conference; updated website and marketing materials.

Marketing Consultant at Craftsman Ave – Maker Space for Casual Trade-Related Workshops

Built and maintained marketing relationships; produced digital marketing (email, social, website); designed materials aligned with branding; analyzed campaigns to guide workshop offerings.