To provide assistance to Association Members and their Board of Directors in the management of their communities while preserving property values, and achieving the goals of the community.
To work in tandem with the Board of Directors, members, volunteers and contractors to meet or exceed the goals that the members have for the community. To work towards the goal of creating and maintaining an environment that each member and guest can enjoy and be proud to be a part of.
2000-200 The Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah Georgia
MFA, Computer Art
Experience in traditional and digital animation techniques.
2000-200 The Ohio State University, Columbus Ohio
BSID, Major: Interior Space Design
Emphasis on methodology of design and problem solving.
1989-1990 The Florida Institute of Technology, Melbourne, FL
Flight Major
Completed solo flight before transferring.
2006 - present Jean Bates & Associates, Danville CA
Association Manager
Responsible for the oversight of Association operations including; the preparation of meeting agendas, minutes, and special notices, conducting general, annual and special Board meetings and CC&R enforcement.
Also responsible for the procuring, negotiating, and supervision of monthly maintenance contracts including security, landscape and janitorial as well overseeing the completion of improvements and special projects.
2003 The Savannah College of Art and Design, Savannah GA
Graduate Teaching Assistant for Digital Matte Painting
1995 - 1999 The Hyatt on Capital Square, Columbus OH
Food and Beverage Manager
Operated the largest department with six food and beverage outlets including a sports bar, fine dining restaurant and lounge, outdoor café, room service and a morning coffee cart. Responsible for management of seventy employees, running corporate promotions and creating new promotions, employee incentive programs, holiday and special events. Events included holiday brunches serving up to nine hundred guests and VIP gatherings for noted celebrities. Gross annual sales for department ranged from three to six million dollars annually.
1992 - 2000 Active Curriculum, Columbus OH
Office Manager
Operated a small business specializing in the training and support for Microsoft end-user products and producing courseware and materials for other training facilities nationwide. Responsible for the development of marketing strategy, sales, design of advertising materials, curriculum, and installation and support of a statewide network for a state level government department.