Dynamic and results-driven senior living professional with a passion for connecting seniors and families to exceptional care and community. Proven track record in sales, marketing, and community relations, with a strong focus on goal achievement and growth. Spearheaded outreach and engagement efforts that drove occupancy from 0% to 50% in just 3 months. Known for building strong relationships, energizing teams, and turning strategic plans into measurable success.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Community Relations Director
Cogir Management USA
05.2025 - Current
Developed strategic community outreach initiatives to enhance local partnerships and engagement.
Led cross-functional teams in executing programs that address community needs and foster collaboration.
Managed communications strategies, ensuring consistent messaging across various platforms and stakeholders.
Analyzed community feedback to refine programs and improve service delivery effectiveness.
Organized events that promoted organizational goals while increasing visibility within the community.
Collaborated with internal departments to align community relations efforts with overall organizational goals.
Managed social media channels, increasing brand awareness and engagement within the community.
Developed and distributed informational materials to keep constituents informed about organizational activities and milestones.
Strengthened community partnerships by organizing and executing outreach events.
Managed budgets allocated for community relations activities, ensuring responsible use of funds while maximizing impact on target populations.
Community Manager
DR Horton
03.2025 - 05.2025
Developed community engagement strategies enhancing resident satisfaction and participation.
Coordinated events promoting local businesses, strengthening community ties and visibility.
Managed online platforms to facilitate communication, foster relationships, and share updates effectively.
Analyzed community feedback to identify improvement areas, implementing solutions for enhanced services.
Addressed and resolved tenant complaints and inquiries, maintaining high satisfaction.
Managed social media channels effectively for improved brand visibility and increased audience interaction.
Maintained knowledge on lease and renewal rates to advocate for appropriate changes.
Handled all tenant logistics and leases and effectively scheduled appointments, showings, move-ins and move-outs.
Assistant Leasing Manager – Lease Up
Ascend at Pena Station – D.R. Horton
09.2024 - Current
Manage the leasing process with prospective tenants
Create urgency in the sales process from lead, prospect, to future tenant
Demonstrate a high level of customer service to future and current tenants
Close sales on all units to ensure maximized occupancy at all times
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of prospective and current client history
Coordinate all social media posts for the property – Facebook, Instagram, and Google
Overseeing financial procedures including verifying renter income, processing monthly payments and executing default protocol
Creating organizational systems to support accurate record keeping, efficient financial transactions and prompt renter complaint resolutions
Responding directly and immediately when property-related issues arise
Supervise community and property management employees
Leasing Consultant – Lease Up
Ascend at Pena Station – D.R. Horton
03.2024 - 09.2024
Manage the leasing process with prospective tenants
Create urgency in the sales process from lead, prospect, to future tenant
Demonstrate a high level of customer service to future and current tenants
Close sales on all units to ensure maximized occupancy at all times
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of prospective and current client history
Coordinate all social media posts for the property – Facebook, Instagram, and Google
Sales, Events and Marketing Coordinator
Affinity at Copperleaf – Axis Residential
07.2023 - 03.2024
Manage the leasing process with prospective tenants
Demonstrate the highest customer service to future tenants and current residents
Guide clients on tours, the application process, and close sales
Close sales on units to ensure maximized occupancy at all times as well as offering additional products and services to ensure customer satisfaction and maximize revenue flow
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of prospective and current client history
Answer phone, email, and in-person communication in a timely and professional manner – ensuring the best customer service possible
Maintains community appearance and ensures repairs are noted and completed with community inspections and tours
Coordinates all resident functions and activities
Develops and publishes property calendars and flyers, which includes planned resident events, resident services, marketing and advertisements
Managed leasing documentation, ensuring compliance with company policies and local regulations.
Facilitated property tours, showcasing amenities and benefits to prospective residents.
Collaborated with marketing team to develop promotional materials and social media campaigns.
Sports and Special Events Manager
Kearney Visitors Bureau
09.2022 - 07.2023
Promote and sell Kearney to individuals and groups as a premier sport destination
Develop, manage and deliver sports bids and special events
Maintain relationships with local, state and national governing bodies and event planners
Travel to sports related trade shows to promote Kearney and Nebraska
Engage in sales activities that produce leads
Develop strong relationships with local sports facilities in order to enhance our ability to bring new events to Kearney
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with members of the local hospitality industry.
Provide on-site event presence on behalf of Kearney Visitors Bureau
Coordinated logistics for multiple venues, ensuring seamless event operations and guest experiences.
Led planning and execution of large-scale events to enhance community engagement.
Intern
University of Nebraska at Kearney
09.2018 - 05.2020
Assist in game day operations for many different collegiate sporting events; set up, take down, planning
Valuable experience in customer service by helping with season ticket renewal, sales and numerous events for UNK
Coordinated social media campaigns to increase audience engagement and event attendance.
Developed engaging marketing materials to promote athletic events and enhance brand visibility.
Increased event attendance by developing and implementing innovative marketing strategies.
Supported ticket sales initiatives by creating targeted email campaigns aimed at increasing season ticket holder retention rates.
Assisted in organizing promotional events, fostering community relations and brand loyalty.
Created visually appealing graphics for use across multiple platforms, boosting online engagement rates.
Assisted with game day operations, ensuring smooth execution of promotional activities and fan interactions.
Provided excellent customer service during in-person promotions and assisting guests at sporting events, enhancing their overall experiences while attending games or other related functions on campus.
Marketing Assistant
Tri-City Storm Hockey
09.2018 - 08.2019
Booked, planned and hosted birthday parties, private skating parties, and company events
Scheduled workers and supervised weekend public skate
Worked with Game Day Operations Director coordinating and planning promotions during hockey games
Helped schedule community relationship events with Stormy and the hockey team
Assisted in sales by helping get renewals from numerous corporate sponsors
Education
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Minor in Marketing and Management
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Kearney, NE
12.2019
Associate of Arts -
Hesston College
05.2016
Skills
Time Management
Adaptability
Communication
Computer Skills
Customer Service
Enthusiastic
Desire to learn
Team Oriented
Resident relations
Community networking
Sales management
Marketing communications
Community outreach
Teamwork and collaboration
Problem-solving
Attention to detail
Team collaboration
Organizational skills
Timeline
Community Relations Director
Cogir Management USA
05.2025 - Current
Community Manager
DR Horton
03.2025 - 05.2025
Assistant Leasing Manager – Lease Up
Ascend at Pena Station – D.R. Horton
09.2024 - Current
Leasing Consultant – Lease Up
Ascend at Pena Station – D.R. Horton
03.2024 - 09.2024
Sales, Events and Marketing Coordinator
Affinity at Copperleaf – Axis Residential
07.2023 - 03.2024
Sports and Special Events Manager
Kearney Visitors Bureau
09.2022 - 07.2023
Intern
University of Nebraska at Kearney
09.2018 - 05.2020
Marketing Assistant
Tri-City Storm Hockey
09.2018 - 08.2019
Bachelor of Science - Sports Management, Minor in Marketing and Management
University of Nebraska At Kearney
Associate of Arts -
Hesston College
LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE
Nebraska Volleyball Academy Coach 2022-Present
Zion Lutheran Teaching Practicum Spring 2021
Leader for 2019-2020 Promotional Team for Storm Hockey
Part-Time Manager for the UNK Women’s Basketball Team 2017-2018
Prairie Duster Equestrian Drill Team 2014-2016
Jayhawker Roundup Rodeo Queen 2015
Hesston Public Library Tutor 2014-2016
RELATED COURSEWORK
Principles of Marketing
Principles of Management
Professional Selling
Organizational Behavior
Human Resource Management
Intro to Supply Chain Management
Legal Aspects of Sport and Recreation
Organization and Administration in Recreation, Sports and Events