Background
Education
DPA, Public Administration, Hamline University
MA, Urban Planning, Minnesota State University, Mankato
BA, Political Science and Community Studies, St. Cloud State University
Courses Taught at CCG
- Foundations of Public Policy
- Foundations of Public Administration
- Urban Neighborhood Revitalization
- Government Impact on Business
- Urban Finance Systems and Budgeting
- Issues in Urban Administration
- Leading Public Organizations
- Public Governance
- Public and Nonprofit Human Resources
- Municipal Government and Administration
Professional Experience
- Owner, AME Public Sector Consulting Services, January 2020 - Present, Chicago, IL
- Assistant to the Town Administrator, January 2020 - December 2020, Town of Collierville, TN
- Community Development Director/Assistant City Administrator, January 2003 - July 2019, City of Sartell, MN
- Urban Planner, January 2000-December 2002, Dahlgren Shardlow and Uban, MN
- Urban Planner, January 1999-December 1999, City of Ramsey, MN
- GIS Planner, March 1997-December 1998, City of Oakdale, MN
Professional Memberships & Affiliations
- American Planning Association
- American Institute of Certified Planners
- International City/County Managers Association
- Engaging Local Government Leaders
Leadership & Volunteer Activities
- Program Director, 2019-2023
- Policy Committee Member, 2017 - 2018, League of Minnesota Cities
- Leadership Council Board Member, 2014 - 2016, Minnesota State University-Mankato, Urban and Regional Studies Institute
- At-Large Commission Member, 2013 - 2014, Greater Mn Regional Parks and Trails Commission