PrepMatters Leadership

Two decades of elite-level research experience using diverse qualitative methodologies. Exceptional writer effective at tailoring voice and content for widely varied audiences and media. Expert at identifying and fostering synergistic partnerships with policymakers, funders, nonprofit and grassroots leaders, and other stakeholders. Collaborative leader with outstanding interpersonal and group communications skills. Moves easily between comprehensive research, innovative strategic vision, and practical implementation. Dedicated to developing individual leadership, expanding organizational and movement capacity, and system-wide structural and cultural change. Trained historian drawing upon the past to build a better future.

KEY SKILLS: research, writing, editing, and analysis; teaching, training, and mentoring; public speaking and large- & small-group facilitation; developing training & curricular materials; interviewing and crafting narrative; coalition building and stewarding partnerships; strategic planning, program development, management, and assessment; managing staff, volunteers, and board members; fundraising and grant writing.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE: U.S. and global politics; human rights; LGBT and gender equity and mainstreaming; strengthening civil society and democratic governance; fostering social inclusion; community organizing; peace, security, and conflict resolution.