American University, MBA/MA of International Development, Washington, DC, May 2002

Washington University, Bachelor of Arts in International Studies and Italian Literature, St. Louis, MO, August 1995

University of Bologna, Brown University Junior Year Abroad, Bologna, Italy 1993-1994

Objects of Desire Art Gallery Louisville, KY

Sales Associate, 12/98, 2/99-6/ 99

Assisted in artist selection. Displayed and cataloged merchandise. Participated in a sales and marketing professional development seminar. Implemented a strategy to target potential repeat customers.

Private English as a Second Language (ESL) Tutor Washington, DC

August-September 1998

Taught introductory and intermediate level English conversation and grammar to Italian students. Wrote and implemented lesson plans.

United States Senator Mitch McConnell (KY) Washington, DC

Staff Assistant, March 1997-December 1997

Organized VIP tours of the Capitol and White House. Fielded constituent phone calls. Responded to constituent mail. Assisted in coordinating the intern program including planning for speakers and field trips to FBI and State Department. Planned and organized luncheon with Senate spouses and foreign dignitaries including all logistical details, catering and protocol.

Intern, January 1997-March 1997

Dealt with issues concerning Veterans, Defense and Foreign Affairs. Attended Congressional hearings. Assisted in the processing of constituent Passport and Visa requests. Archived office materials and initiated a new filing system. Responsible for daily news clippings related to current events in Veterans, Defense, and Foreign Affairs issues.

United Way of America Alexandria, VA

Administrative Assistant, 1996-1997

Fulfilled requests from association members, related organizations and public at large. Supervised temporary staff. Assisted in coordinating the 1996 Olympic Torch Relay among 1400 local United Ways. Wrote and researched memorandum circulated to the Board of Directors. Worked with media to gain favorable press coverage, wrote press releases and fielded media calls.

Special Intern to the President, Fall 1995- 1996

Assisted in planning and implementing a national conference held at the US Capitol attended by 400 participants. Coordinated security issues for attendees, catering, speakers, conference materials, and set-up including video recording. Prepared and organized Public Policy Committee data survey. Monitored and reported on Congressional hearings dealing with legislative issues concerning charitable giving, health, and welfare.

Languages: Italian, written and verbal fluency.

Computer Skills: Microsoft Word, Word Perfect, Power Point, Quorum, Internet and Lexus Nexus.