Thomas J. Brown is applying for a position and provides details about his background and qualifications in the letter. He has over 15 years of experience in financial services, business development, project management, and information systems across various sectors. Brown is bilingual in Spanish and English and has traveled internationally. He has a MBA from UT Austin and other degrees. Brown believes his skills in management, communication, negotiation, and team leadership would be a strong fit for the opportunity.

2. Very strong financial, analytical and strategic "big-picture" skills. Over 15 years of combined experience in financial services, business development, project management and information systems within the corporate, government and not-for-profit sectors.

3. Eight years experience as an internal resource for training and information systems for a global, not-for-profit organization. Bilingual (Spanish/English) proficiency at level FS-4 and familiarity with cultural nuances. International Travel includes China, Japan, Chile, Peru, Bolivia, Brazil, Argentina, the Caribbean, Mexico and Canada.

4. Program manager for 6 years on Austin's $600 million dollar new airport project. Successfully developed, staffed and managed a cross-functional team to achieve 32% of each contract dollar being competitively awarded to small business enterprises. Accustomed to meeting high pressure deadlines. Experience developing financial models to determine the impact of multiple ongoing programs.

5. Experienced event management consultant. Supervised sales and marketing teams, developed and organized events. Experience negotiating with clients in Latin America. Skilled at managing multiple tasks and projects. Experienced community leader, networker and team motivator.

6. Seasoned Human Resources generalist, EEO and Employee Relations Specialist for the City of Baltimore, Maryland.

7. Experienced Financial Advisor with UBS financial Services. Independent Consultant with Quest Capital Strategies. Familiar with Sarbanes Oxley, FCPA, Patriot Act legislation, Money Laundering prohibitions and SEC regulations through Licensing requirements over 7 years.

8. Strong fundraising skills acquired through board membership for local organizations such as The Make-A-Wish Foundation, Caritas of Austin, KOOP Radio and The Candlelight Ranch Foundation.

9. Very strong, undergraduate and graduate-level preparation.

10. MBA - The University of Texas at Austin (UTexas).

11. MA - Latin American Studies

12. The Institute of Latin American Studies (UTexas).

13. BBA - Loyola University in Maryland.

14. BS - Keene State College in Keene, New Hampshire

15. Management Information Systems and Spanish CommunicationsThrough success in financial services, business development, sales, employee relations, and training during the last 15 years, I have developed excellent team leadership, contract negotiation and time-management skills. This knowledge transfers to development programs at MSI, in general. <br />After reviewing my materials, if additional information is desired, please contact me at the number listed herein. I would like to pursue this process and confirm what I believe is an excellent fit. Hopeful that you will find my qualities in line with your immediate needs, I look forward to hearing from you in the next few weeks.<br />Cordially,<br />Thomas J. Brown<br />