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Andrea Bridgewater has extensive work experience in various leadership positions. Andrea was the Chief Operating Officer at Neighborhood Defender Service since March 2020. Prior to this, they worked at Experience Works for a decade, starting in January 2010. In their role as the National Director of Operations / Chief Operating Officer, they successfully managed the organization's $21 million budget and negotiated contracts with federal and state agencies. Andrea also analyzed operations to evaluate performance and identify areas for improvement. Before joining Experience Works, they served as the Services Director at Arnold Center Inc from January 2001 to December 2009. In this role, they oversaw administrative procedures, directed staff and volunteers, and ensured the effective use of resources to support individuals with disabilities.

Andrea Bridgewater has a diverse education history. Andrea obtained a Master's degree in Administrative Science from Saginaw Valley State University, which they attended from 2009 to 2010. Prior to that, they completed a Bachelor of Arts degree in Management and Organizational Development from Spring Arbor University, where they studied from 1996 to 1999.

In addition to their formal education, Andrea has acquired several certifications. Andrea completed courses such as "Cert Prep: Project Management Professional (PMP)" and "Lean Six Sigma Foundations" through LinkedIn in July 2019. Andrea also completed a course on "Taking Charge of Your Career" through LinkedIn in June 2019. Furthermore, they obtained certifications in "Job Developer" and "Workforce Development Professional" from the NAWDP National Association of Workforce Development Professionals in December 2012 and July 2012, respectively. Finally, they obtained a certification in "Mediation and Conflict Resolution" from Saginaw Valley State University in December 2009.