Larissa South

Manage wholesale relationships and cultivate new clients; highlight brands and our community through social media and e-marketing; and support brand and product launches.

Managed day to day operations for the Portland barre3 studios by assisting clients and instructors as needed to make sure their barre3 experience was exceptional. This position also included coordinating special events at the studio; assisting in weekly supply orders and monthly inventory checks; aiding in social media outreach; and managing email communications for the studio.

Provided event planning and management expertise to FedScoop by managing FedScoop sponsored receptions and conferences, including working with the venue, vendors, speakers and sponsors; assisting with the development of the events marketing, social media outreach and press releases; securing government and industry leaders to speak and participate in FedScoop Events; and coordinating significant strategic partnerships, alliances, and relationships that support FedScoop.

Supported the Department of Homeland Security Office of Cybersecurity and Communications International Affairs Program with the development and preservation of private and public relationships with international partners in the collaboration of cybersecurity policy and standards. Specialized in providing subject matter expertise on bilateral relations with Canada and within the Asia-Pacific region. Planned and executed in person meetings with domestic and international leaders managing the logistics, agenda and follow through on deliverables.

Conducted analysis, meeting facilitation and logistical support for the Department of Homeland Security Office of Infrastructure Protection.

Assisted Foreign Service Officers in the Economic Section with everyday duties and represented the U.S. Embassy in meetings and at official functions. Researched intellectual property rights and innovation in Thailand and analyzed Thai - Chinese bilateral trade.