Possesses versatile skills in project management, problem-solving, and collaboration. Brings fresh perspective and strong commitment to quality and success. Recognized for adaptability and proactive approach in delivering effective solutions.
Spent over 20 years with the City of Chicago-Department of Planning and Development fostering economic growth within the city specifically, in the south and southwest side communities. I specialized in industrial development projects. Projects included the retention and expansion of existing businesses and new developments. I have worked on many industrial and commercial projects offering city and county incentives.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Driver
Dalcamo Funeral Home
Chicago
01.2024 - Current
Hearse driver-part time-Teamsters Local 727
Assist funeral directors during services, ensuring smooth transportation logistics.
Economic Development Coordinator
Department of Planning and Development
Chicago
10.1999 - 02.2022
Coordinated public meetings to gather input on local initiatives.
Monitored project progress to ensure compliance with city policies.
Monitored progress of ongoing economic development projects.
Reviewed applications for business incentives programs offered by the City of Chicago, Cook County and the State of Illinois including, TIF (Tax Increment Financing), Class 6(b), C, 7a and 7b Property Tax Incentives and Enterprise Zone program and Negotiated Sale Program.
Presented city-assisted development projects through the legislative process, including CDC (Community Development Commission), CPC (Chicago Plan Commission), various City Council Committees and City Council.
Organized meetings with local elected officials to discuss economic development initiatives.
Collaborated with public and private entities to facilitate economic development projects.
Provided technical assistance to existing businesses in the region.
Worked closely with community leaders to identify areas needing revitalization or redevelopment.
Analyzed potential sites for commercial and industrial development.
Identified funding sources for proposed economic development initiatives.
Collaborated with community stakeholders on economic development projects.
Economic Development Coordinator
Department of Planning and Development
Chicago
08.2008 - 08.2018
Under existing job title, managed a team of 4 project management staff representing different regions of the City of Chicago
Aldermanic Aide
City of Chicago
Chicago
04.1995 - 10.1999
Assisted residents with daily city service requests.
Represented the Alderman at local community meetings or at legislative meetings at City Hall
Education
Bachelor of Science - Geography-Urban Economic Studies
Northern Illinois University
Dekalb, IL
12.1994
High School Diploma -
De La Salle Institute
Chicago, IL
05.1988
Skills
Transportation safety
Customer service
Timeline
Driver
Dalcamo Funeral Home
01.2024 - Current
Economic Development Coordinator
Department of Planning and Development
08.2008 - 08.2018
Economic Development Coordinator
Department of Planning and Development
10.1999 - 02.2022
Aldermanic Aide
City of Chicago
04.1995 - 10.1999
Bachelor of Science - Geography-Urban Economic Studies