Resume

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

Summary

Eighteen years of experience in the Philadelphia media market, with diverse media exposure and relationships, as well as demonstrated expertise in writing and on-air reporting of news and feature stories for print, television and internet presentation.
An articulate, charismatic, and effective orator with extensive public speaking experience in a wide range of settings; comfortable in all media situations and in personal interaction with executives, celebrities, professionals, and individuals from diverse cultural and socio-economic backgrounds.
A visionary with the proven ability to think creatively and autonomously, contribute to organizational goals as a team member and leader, and build strong business and personal relationships both internally and externally at a wide range of levels.
Hands-on leadership style with the ability to establish short- and long-term goals and objectives, facilitate collaborative problem-solving and brainstorming sessions, and inspire others to consistently deliver the highest level of performance through positive role modeling, enthusiasm, and high level of energy.

MEDIA EXPERIENCE

WHYY TV 12–Wilmington, De
Live@TheOpen, NY, NY
SPORTSNET, Philadelphia, Pa
WPVI TV 6–Philadelphia, Pa
WFSB TV 3–Hartford, CT
WMUR TV 9–Manchester, N.H

2008-2010
Summer 2008
2005-2008
1990-2005
1987-1990
1985-1987

ANCHOR-REPORTER-HOST

Covered 2008 general elections in which Barack Obama emerged as the first African American President in United States History. Had several opportunities to interview President Obama and Vice President Joe Biden, Including President Obama's historic meeting with the nations governors at Independence Hall in Philadelphia. Covered the Delaware Gubernatorial elections in which Jack Markell emerged as successor to outgoing Governor, Ruth Ann Minner.
Served as Studio Host for professional sports post-game shows for the Philadelphia Flyers, Seventy Sixers, and Phillies, as Host for Seventy Sixers half-hour magazine show, “Drive,” as court/rink side Reporter for live broadcasts of Seventy Sixers and Flyers games, and as Feature and Live Reporter for post-season games including Super Bowl 39, 2001 NBA Finals, 1997 Stanley Cup Finals, 1995 Rose Bowl, and the 1993 MLB World Series.
Selected by station management executives to anchor weekly hour and half-hour news formatted shows and to co-host several Muscular Dystrophy Association telethons.
Researched, wrote story lines, and developed news reports and feature stories in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment.
Inspired on-site crews to deliver consistently high-quality reporting, demonstrating superior strengths in news gathering, writing, and reporting as well as leadership, crisis management, and creative problem-solving in situations demanding poise and professionalism.
Developed a solid public image while serving as spokesperson representing employers at numerous charity and community events.
Interacted extensively with individuals from diverse socio-economic and cultural backgrounds, including sports professionals, community leaders, higher-education leaders, non-profit organization executives, local and state government representatives, and the public.
Cultivated a diverse network of contacts in professional and college sports management.

SPORTS/MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE

Radnor High School / Asst. Boys Varsity Soccer Coach
Radnor, PA: 2010 – Present

Assist head Varsity coach in all aspects of prepping team for the PIAA (Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic Association) soccer season.
Work as Team Goal Keeping Instructor to help improve all aspects of goal keeping for the Varsity.

Philadelphia Independence / Women's Pro soccer
Philadelphia, PA: 2010 – Present

Game Day Announcer / Music Director

Responsible for all Game Day announcing for the Philadelphia Independence Women's Pro
soccer team. Also responsible for all in game music and sound effects.

Philadelphia Liberty / The Women’s Premiere Soccer League
Philadelphia, PA: 2006 – Present

General Manager / Website Administrator

Direct a staff of 50 players, coaches, and office personnel for a national women’s soccer league voted the 2^nd highest ranked women’s league in the world.
Exercise responsibility for scouting and recruiting, budget development and administration, fundraising, practice management, and game scheduling throughout the Northeastern U.S.
Coordinate planning and execution of events in five states, involving advance planning for transportation, facilities and staff needs, event promotion through print, television and electronic media, and on-site management of music, facility services, and game-day announcements.
Negotiate with local colleges for the use of facilities for games and practices; leverage personal credibility and league ranking to actively solicit corporate sponsorships for the team.
Build and maintain websites for a tri state conglomerate of three women’s teams, a men’s team, and an entire youth league, involving writing news releases, updating and maintaining scoring and standings, and creating a www presence by ensuring consistency in delivery, content, and formatting.
Write news and feature articles for delivery through print, television, and internet media.
Interacted with league executives, coaching and office staff to brainstorm name for inaugural team; directed subsequent branding and logo development, and ensured consistency in the use of brand and logo through communications with league, media, and college sports audiences.
Also served as team Asst. Coach and Goal keeping instructor.

COMMUNITY SERVICE EXPERIENCE

Engaged in extensive charity work with The Special Olympics, Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, ALS, March of Dimes, local law enforcement agencies, educational institutions, and other community organizations for over 22 years.
Serve as a regular speaker and Master of Ceremonies at banquets, awards events, fundraising events, and ceremonies.
Developed and presented special interest programs for local schools, including presentation of Career Day programs, talking to students about the perils of drinking, driving, and drugs, and serving as a Graduation Program Commencement Speaker.

EDUCATION

University of New Hampshire – Durham, NH 1980 – 1984
Bachelor of Arts in Communications

Contributing Editor for The Granite (Annual Yearbook)
Contributing Author for The New Hampshire (Student Newspaper)
Sports Director for WUNH FM 91.3 (Student Radio Station)

Multi-national personal background; lived in England, Singapore, Italy, Germany, and throughout the U.S. as a child and acquired an appreciation, understanding, and deep respect for cultural diversity and an appreciation of socio-economic differences.
Knowledge of Italian and German.
Microsoft Windows, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Microsoft Front Page, Corel Painter, Paint Shop Pro and Adobe Photoshop, and the Internet.