I envision myself as an organizational consultant. That generally means I provide analysis that results in groups making better informed decisions. I am interested in working with initiatives utilizing information technology to push the envelope in one or more of the following areas: community development, environment, education, and online social networks. MONETARY COMPENSATION IS NOT MY PRIMARY OBJECT. I AM INTERESTED IN HELPING BLEEDING EDGE ORGANIZATIONS PRODUCE SUSTAINED INNOVATION AND ACHEIVE THEIR FULL POTENTIAL. MY FEES ARE NEGOTIABLE AND CONTINGENT ON PERFORMANCE. My approach rests on the creative application of social science tools and concepts. I have a deep academic background complemented by experience working in the areas of higher education, fitness, community development, politics, nonprofits, and online social networks. I will evaluate your ongoing activities and propose strategies that will help improve your performance. This will entail becoming a part of your operations for a limited time, gaining mostly unfettered access to your data and personnel, and gathering diverse information about all stakeholders and organizational resources involved. To make this a more comfortable working relationship, I will agree to any non-disclosure agreements needed to secure your trust. Depending on the specifics in your case, I may employ a variety of different research methodologies including interviews, focus groups, surveys, and statistical analysis. This will allow me to develop the fullest possible picture of your current operations, audience, and future direction. If are interested in securing my services, please send me a description of your organization and its challenges.
Education:
University of Florida, PhD Student 2004-2006
University of Florida, M.A. in Sociology Received April 2004
University of Florida, B.A. in Sociology with Highest Honors Received May 2003
Allen D. Nease High School in St. Augustine, FL, Diploma Received June 2000
Research:
Master's Thesis: Recipe for Collective Complacency: Social Barriers in a Community-Based After-School Enrichment Program
Thesis Committee Chair: Dr. John Scanzoni
Undergraduate Honors Thesis: Community Enhancement Prospects: Social Capital Networks in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods
Faculty Supervisor: Dr. Anthony LaGreca
University Scholars Program: Student Credit Card Debt and Financial Competence at the University of Florida
Faculty Supervisor: Dr. Anthony Oliver-Smith
Teaching:
SYG 2000 - Principles of Sociology – University of Florida – 2004-2006
SYA 4530 – Social Inequality – University of Florida – Summer B 2005
Co-Instructor, Seminar in Scientific Inquiry – University of Florida – Summer 2005
Teaching Assistant, American Families, Dr. John Scanzoni, Spring 2003
Professional Academic Activities:
Graduate Student Representative on Environmental Sociology Hiring Committee, 2006
Session Presider, Annual Conference of the Social Sciences, University of Florida, 2005
Presenter, Southern Sociological Society Annual Meetings, 2004-2005
Employment:
University of Florida, Instructor, Department of Sociology, 2004-2006
Group Fitness Instructor, University of Florida Gyms, 2005-2006
University of Florida, Teaching Assistant, Department of Sociology, 2003
Alachua County School District, Substitute Teacher, 2003
The Ponte Vedra Inn and Club, Beach Rentals, 2000 – 2002
The Plantation Country Club, Cart Attendant, 1998 – 2000
Service:
Volunteer, The Couchsurfing Project, Montreal 2006
Mentor, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Gainesville, 2005-2006
Volunteer Yoga Instructor, Corry Village, 2004-2005
Civic Media Center Volunteer, 2000-2004
Coordinator, Student Peace Action, 2000-2002
Spanish Tutor, Lincoln Middle School, Fall 2002
General Tutor, Wilhelmina Johnson Community Resource Center, 2002-2004
