Work Experience


Southwest Airlines – Community Relations & Giving Intern; Dallas, TX
Summer 2013
·       Created proactive ways to simplify planning the LUV Classic & Party and direct focus to fundraising
·       Organized and communicated three national employee volunteer initiatives within Southwest's strategic outreach initiatives
·       Formed recommendations for maximizing return on future charitable giving
·       Oversaw Headquarters' donation database by sorting, organizing, and reviewing 2-30 requests daily
·       Founded a pop tab drive throughout Headquarters, raising over $400 for Ronald McDonald House Dallas in the first month
·       Wrote three internal communication plans and multiple articles for SWA Employee News

PPI MarketingSummer Marketing Intern; Dallas, TX
Summer 2012
·       Consulted with clients to create customized incentive events tailored for specific target markets
·       Negotiated partnerships and endorsement contracts directly with NFL Dallas Cowboys, Olympians, and keynote speakers
·       Communicated with Barry Mendelson Entertainment Group and athletic legends for The Texas 28 series on Fox Sports Net
·       Directed the Tom Landry Classic, the largest high school football event in Texas, averaging 22,500 in attendance
·       Presented sponsorship proposals to partners for the Tom Landry Classic and Allen ISD’s premiere football stadium (seats 18,000)
·       Updated the PPI Marketing and Tom Landry Classic social media platforms to publicize events and speakers

Scottish Rite Dormitory Resident Assistant; Austin, TX
Summer 2011 - Spring 2012
Selected as one of nine from among 22 applicants to introduce and counsel incoming and returning students
·       Designed hall decorations, administer hall activities, and conduct monthly meetings for 32 residents
·       Headed the dormitory front desk, provided direction to visitors, and organized tours at least 11 hours per week
·       Collaborated with eight other RAs to ensure constant safety of 315 residents

Tammy AshfordSwim Lessons Instructor; Red Oak, TX
Summer 2007 - Summer 2011
·       Conducted summer swim lessons for minority children ages 2-15 that effectively met individual swimmer goals
·       Instilled confidence, determination, and life-saving skills in new clients by constant encouragement and safety training
·       Instructed up to five classes of 7-18 students per day, each specializing in a different skill set to build toward their individual swimming needs and goals