LaVonne Pepe, MSW
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Carmen Bolívar, LCSW (she/her/ella)
I started working with LaVonne in 2018 at Alteristic. She has the ability to take on a challenge, apply her skillset, and produce outcomes of superb quality. Some of the projects I am most proud of during my work at Alteristic were often in collaboration with LaVonne. She was pivotal in reimagining the recruitment and onboarding process for talent, ensuring our practices were equitable and reliable. She also applied her training and curriculum writing expertise throughout the organization to achieve learning and development goals for participants and strengthen the quality of the facilitation delivery throughout the training team. If you listen closely to an Alteristic trainer, you will hear her voice and scripting threaded throughout the organization. LaVonne possesses a myriad of skills that include people management, grant writing, designing and implementing technical support, developing project plans, and leading communication efforts. I recommend LaVonne without hesitation to an organization that is ready to achieve its strategic goals through her people-first approach to leadership and visionary drive. She is connected, talented, and nothing short of amazing.
Sirajah Raheem, MPH
LaVonne joined the Alteristic team in 2018 to support the coordination of the OVW grant and to conduct training. We worked together from 2018 to 2020. LaVonne is a collaborative, reliable partner internally and externally, and she's able to apply her subject matter expertise to provide effective technical assistance provision. She is able to quickly and proficiently create new content and she's an ace researcher. As a trainer, LaVonne demonstrates empathy, humor, authenticity, and confidence which makes her a favorite for participants across populations and then she had the skills and knowledge to support implementation and application. She is a talented trainer and is able to adapt her training style to a diverse array of audiences. She's a joy to work with, she is an excellent trainer, and I recommend her to you without reservation.
Carmen Bolívar, LCSW (she/her/ella)
I started working with LaVonne in 2018 at Alteristic. She has the ability to take on a challenge, apply her skillset, and produce outcomes of superb quality. Some of the projects I am most proud of during my work at Alteristic were often in collaboration with LaVonne. She was pivotal in reimagining the recruitment and onboarding process for talent, ensuring our practices were equitable and reliable. She also applied her training and curriculum writing expertise throughout the organization to achieve learning and development goals for participants and strengthen the quality of the facilitation delivery throughout the training team. If you listen closely to an Alteristic trainer, you will hear her voice and scripting threaded throughout the organization. LaVonne possesses a myriad of skills that include people management, grant writing, designing and implementing technical support, developing project plans, and leading communication efforts. I recommend LaVonne without hesitation to an organization that is ready to achieve its strategic goals through her people-first approach to leadership and visionary drive. She is connected, talented, and nothing short of amazing.
Sirajah Raheem, MPH
LaVonne joined the Alteristic team in 2018 to support the coordination of the OVW grant and to conduct training. We worked together from 2018 to 2020. LaVonne is a collaborative, reliable partner internally and externally, and she's able to apply her subject matter expertise to provide effective technical assistance provision. She is able to quickly and proficiently create new content and she's an ace researcher. As a trainer, LaVonne demonstrates empathy, humor, authenticity, and confidence which makes her a favorite for participants across populations and then she had the skills and knowledge to support implementation and application. She is a talented trainer and is able to adapt her training style to a diverse array of audiences. She's a joy to work with, she is an excellent trainer, and I recommend her to you without reservation.
Carmen Bolívar, LCSW (she/her/ella)
I started working with LaVonne in 2018 at Alteristic. She has the ability to take on a challenge, apply her skillset, and produce outcomes of superb quality. Some of the projects I am most proud of during my work at Alteristic were often in collaboration with LaVonne. She was pivotal in reimagining the recruitment and onboarding process for talent, ensuring our practices were equitable and reliable. She also applied her training and curriculum writing expertise throughout the organization to achieve learning and development goals for participants and strengthen the quality of the facilitation delivery throughout the training team. If you listen closely to an Alteristic trainer, you will hear her voice and scripting threaded throughout the organization. LaVonne possesses a myriad of skills that include people management, grant writing, designing and implementing technical support, developing project plans, and leading communication efforts. I recommend LaVonne without hesitation to an organization that is ready to achieve its strategic goals through her people-first approach to leadership and visionary drive. She is connected, talented, and nothing short of amazing.
Sirajah Raheem, MPH
LaVonne joined the Alteristic team in 2018 to support the coordination of the OVW grant and to conduct training. We worked together from 2018 to 2020. LaVonne is a collaborative, reliable partner internally and externally, and she's able to apply her subject matter expertise to provide effective technical assistance provision. She is able to quickly and proficiently create new content and she's an ace researcher. As a trainer, LaVonne demonstrates empathy, humor, authenticity, and confidence which makes her a favorite for participants across populations and then she had the skills and knowledge to support implementation and application. She is a talented trainer and is able to adapt her training style to a diverse array of audiences. She's a joy to work with, she is an excellent trainer, and I recommend her to you without reservation.
Carmen Bolívar, LCSW (she/her/ella)
I started working with LaVonne in 2018 at Alteristic. She has the ability to take on a challenge, apply her skillset, and produce outcomes of superb quality. Some of the projects I am most proud of during my work at Alteristic were often in collaboration with LaVonne. She was pivotal in reimagining the recruitment and onboarding process for talent, ensuring our practices were equitable and reliable. She also applied her training and curriculum writing expertise throughout the organization to achieve learning and development goals for participants and strengthen the quality of the facilitation delivery throughout the training team. If you listen closely to an Alteristic trainer, you will hear her voice and scripting threaded throughout the organization. LaVonne possesses a myriad of skills that include people management, grant writing, designing and implementing technical support, developing project plans, and leading communication efforts. I recommend LaVonne without hesitation to an organization that is ready to achieve its strategic goals through her people-first approach to leadership and visionary drive. She is connected, talented, and nothing short of amazing.
Sirajah Raheem, MPH
LaVonne joined the Alteristic team in 2018 to support the coordination of the OVW grant and to conduct training. We worked together from 2018 to 2020. LaVonne is a collaborative, reliable partner internally and externally, and she's able to apply her subject matter expertise to provide effective technical assistance provision. She is able to quickly and proficiently create new content and she's an ace researcher. As a trainer, LaVonne demonstrates empathy, humor, authenticity, and confidence which makes her a favorite for participants across populations and then she had the skills and knowledge to support implementation and application. She is a talented trainer and is able to adapt her training style to a diverse array of audiences. She's a joy to work with, she is an excellent trainer, and I recommend her to you without reservation.
Experience
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The Cee Suite, LLC
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United States
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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DEI Workshop/Training Facilitator
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Jul 2022 - Present
As a valued team member at The Cee Suite, a leading talent management consultancy specializing in DEI, I contribute to our mission of promoting social progress and building equitable and inclusive workplaces. In my role, I have the privilege of facilitating impactful virtual and in-person workshops for clients across diverse industries, focusing on anti-racism, bias, allyship, and other crucial DEI topics. I also serve as a coach, providing guidance to executive leaders, managers, and individual contributors on adopting equitable and inclusive practices that foster a culture of DEI within their organizations. Applying change management principles, I work to embed DEI practices into the fabric of organizational culture, driving lasting transformation and enhancing overall effectiveness. Show less
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Color Of Change
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Project Director
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Apr 2023 - Jun 2023
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Alteristic, Inc.
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United States
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Civic and Social Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Director of Programs | Project Manager | TA Specialist
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Jun 2020 - Apr 2023
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Senior Trainer
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Mar 2018 - Jun 2020
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University of Maryland
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Academic Instructor
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Aug 2015 - Mar 2018
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Assistant Coordinator for CARE to Stop Violence
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Feb 2015 - Mar 2018
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Independent Consultant
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Baltimore/Washington Metro Areas
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Violence Prevention Educator
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Mar 2015 - Feb 2018
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Lutheran Settlement House
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United States
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Non-profit Organization Management
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1 - 100 Employee
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Domestic Violence Counselor
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Jul 2014 - Dec 2014
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COMHAR, Inc.
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United States
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Individual and Family Services
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200 - 300 Employee
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Outpatient Psychotherapist
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Jul 2014 - Nov 2014
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United Community Clinic
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United States
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Medical Practices
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Health Clinic Mental Health Counselor
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Oct 2013 - Apr 2014
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Women Organized Against Rape
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United States
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Non-profit Organizations
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1 - 100 Employee
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Clinical Counseling Intern
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Sep 2013 - Apr 2014
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Jefferson Health
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Clinical Social Work Intern
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Sep 2012 - Apr 2013
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University of Maryland
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United States
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Student Administrative Assistant
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Sep 2009 - May 2012
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Sexual Assault Response & Prevention Program Peer Educator
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Aug 2010 - Dec 2011
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Orientation Advisor
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May 2009 - Apr 2010
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Education
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University of Pennsylvania
Master of Social Work (MSW) -
University of Maryland College Park
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
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