Welcome

While building a successful career in California agriculture and experiencing firsthand the challenges of breaking through a multi-generational, traditional mindset, and male-dominated industry, I immersed myself in self-help and management books and leadership development programs to understand nuances in the workplace (that oftentimes were not adequately addressed). This led to a borderline obsession with how human behavior, emotions, and biological factors influence decisions and relationships in life and the workplace.

Writing Enthusiast | Recovering Farmer | Avid Hunter | Leadership Junkie

In 2023, I started my own consulting firm, Full Draw Strategies, offering expert services in strategic planning, leadership development, and executive wellness. I want to assist businesses in defining long-term goals, enhancing leadership skills, ensuring business continuity by developing future managers, and support the C-suite in adapting to all of these changes.

I bring 25 years of work experience in various industries and 10 years of executive leadership. My knowledge expands to regulatory compliance (safety, Human Resources, food safety), technical communication, marketing and public relations, financial analysis, grant writing, networking, government affairs, and creative problem solving. I’m a high performer who likes to be challenged and strives for continual growth.

EDUCATION
  • Master’s in Organizational Leadership
    Brandman University
    Summa cum laude
  • Bachelor’s in Mass Communication and Media Studies
    Arizona State University
    Summa cum laude
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT
PROFESSIONAL SERVICE
  • Global Food Safety Initiative (GFSI) Technical Working Group (TWG)
    Managing Risk in Produce and Leafy Greens – Past Member
  • United Fresh Food Safety and Technology Council – Past Member
  • Western Growers Food Safety Advisory Subcommittee – Past Member
  • Facts from Farmers – Founder, Past President
  • Santa Barbara County Agricultural Advisory Committee – Past Member
VOLUNTEER EXPERIENCE
NOTABLE HIGHLIGHTS
  • Influenced law enforcement and elected officials to evaluate the
    significance of crimes against local businesses which resulted in
    dedicated resources in prevention
  • Planned multiple fundraising events for the Santa Maria Chapter
    of California Women for agriculture, contributing to over $300,000.00
    distributed for student scholarships
  • Published op-eds titled “Don’t Bite the Hands that Feed You” and
    “Root Cause and Ripple Effects Imperil Santa Barbara County
    Agriculture” collectively surpassed reader engagement by 70%
WHAT PEOPLE SAY
Please continue to be a source of light and understanding in this world.

– A.C.

I love reading your posts! Some common sense in a crazy world.

– M.K.

Thank you for sharing and being so raw!

– B.S.

I love hearing your heart through each word you type!

– J.A.

I think I can collectively speak for those of us involved in your life, be it personal or work-related, we are proud to call you Friend.

– J.S.