Amanda Cerchiara

Introduction: Amanda Cerchiara brings more than ten years of experience in marketing and business development as well as supporting the general office operations of a small business. My passion for research and knowledge coupled with my motivation for creating, managing, and maintaining efficient processes gives me the ability to quickly identify challenges and potential solutions that have ultimately led to key process refinements and long-term efficiencies. Since beginning her career in 2000, Amanda has undertaken numerous roles related to marketing and business development for a small professional consultant firm in the Architecture-Engineering (A-E) industry. Amanda is skilled in working with federal and state agencies, metropolitan planning organizations and has a comprehensive understanding of the local government procurement processes. Amanda is particularly skilled in small business requirements and compliance; procurement requirements and compliance; proposal development, awards and agreements; subcontracts; and, client management. Amanda’s hobbies include food, festivals and music. She has an active role in Olives-n-Okra.com, a highly successfully family owned food and craft blog. Tasks include food and restaurant reviews, advertising and marketing of new hospitality establishments, up and coming chefs, beverages, food items along with any other related promotions or special events throughout Central Florida. Amanda’s network includes other fellow food and beverage bloggers, up and coming musicians and entrepreneurs.