Tara Ritchey: Editorial Intern in Boulder, CO

Outdoor Industry research for project specific goals related to trails, products, and expert opinions. Publishing of feature content.

CO Backpacker Magazine * Attended and contributed to weekly editorial meetings with senior staff * Wrote trip reports as well as completed fact checking and copy editing projects via communication with industry experts * Obtained essential web content management and SEO skills through optimization of relevant archives

CO Boulder County Parks and Open Space, Boulder County Youth Corps * Delegated daily project goals and individual tasks, performed midterm and final evaluations of corps members * Taught about the importance of strong work habits and the value of environmental and civic stewardship to corps members * Led weekly meetings with the Housing team to track progress and facilitate open communication

* Collaborated with other ambassadors to plan bimonthly events to promote locally sourced and seasonal food * Connected with other local and state wide organizations to expand the organization and its mission

CA Real Estate Private Equity, Global Agricultural * Drafted private placement memorandum to raise capital focused on agricultural investments * Researched largest global agriculture investment firms to develop a view on highest performers and potential opportunities * Worked directly for former Lehman Brothers Managing Director to understand nuances of raising private capital

CA Ballast Investments * Effectively coordinated the onboarding of new and exit of old tenants in preparation for capital improvements * Worked with design team to create individualized project marketing * Collaborated with investment team during the onboarding of recent acquisitions

CA Interdecor Inc. * Worked closely with primary Partner to coordinate jobs and maintain an organized office * Learned how to navigate the challenges of a construction contracting business in the Silicon Valley LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE & INVOLVEMENT