Civil Rights Program Manager

• Aug 2020 - Present

Vice Mayor/ Councilmember

• Apr 2019 - Present

• Adopt a balanced annual budget, set the annual tax rate, set all user fees known as the Schedule of Fees, enact local ordinances for the welfare of the town, as well as establish policies and programs for the effective delivery of town services.• Listen to the community issues, oversee long-range plans for the community in areas such as community development projects, land use, and town facilities, provide oversight of capital and grants funds and projects, make appointments to town advisory boards and committees, and perform numerous ceremonial duties such as recognition of town employees and departments, board members, or officials, proclamations, etc.• Offer mediation and conflict resolution between town agencies and residents. Create culturally competent community engagement. Support and fund accessibility opportunities and tools to improve information sharing for differently abled residents and non-English speaking residents.

Real Estate Sales

• May 2009 - Present

• Present purchase offers to sellers for consideration• Act as an intermediary in negotiations between buyers and sellers• Compare properties that have recently sold to determine competitive market price• Advise clients on market conditions, prices, mortgagees, legal requirements and related matters

EEO Investigator-Contractor

• Jul 2018 - Present

Interview parties and witnesses, collecting documents ensuring all relevant supporting documents are received, reviewed, and included in the report of investigation. Identify and request evidence from all relevant sources and gather sufficient information relevant to issues in a complaint. Obtain the necessary evidence and relevant statistical evidence; Compile investigative files; Write Investigative Plans and Reports of Investigation ensuring content and format are in accordance with EEOC-MD 110 and agency specific requirements.

Consultant

• Jul 2016 - Present

•Coach business leaders to improve group development skills, resulting in clearer goals and enhanced relationships with internal and external stakeholders.• Develop management and leadership skills through individual coaching of senior level professionals resulting in greater self-awareness and better social skills, as well as, inter and intra team skills so that they could meet larger corporate financial initiatives.• Used Analyze, Design, Develop, Implement, and Evaluate (ADDIE) and Initiate, Plan, Execute, Control, & Close (IPECC) models to create leadership training and curriculum for the Business Development Reserve Program, composed of up to fifty local minority owned business leaders.• Designed and delivered “Leadership: Strategies and Tools for Change”, a multi-focused approach to help distressed profit centers align among themselves with the business goals and their customers.• Consulted with locally owned businesses and non-profits to sort through personal issues interfering with dealing effectively with business issues and maintaining healthy relationships.

Chief Executive Officer

• Apr 2014 - Present

• Founder and operator of full-service leadership development and coaching company in the tri-state area.• Offers technical assistance to non-profit, private, and government companies and agencies onhuman resources, human capital, strategic planning, and organizational development.• Conducts cultural assessments of disparate, cross-functional, and multi-disciplinary teams.• Acts as Diversity and Inclusion Officer for small businesses.• Conducts independent EEO Counseling and Investigations for small businesses.• Create and drive strategies and programs that improve employee engagement, productivity, and organizational effectiveness• Develop and execute a global diversity and inclusion vision, strategy, and project plan• Act as a change agent to drive strategic initiatives through strong partnerships across the organization• Evaluate and refine programs to further the support of hiring, retention, and development of a diverse talent pipeline• Provide consulting and insight to the business and Human Resources on trends, areas of opportunity, and competitive programs and practices• Benchmark industry best practices to support strategies to monitor and evaluate departmental and company-wide progress in creating a diverse and inclusive workforce• Partner and consult with internal stakeholders such as our talent acquisition, HR Business Partner, and Legal teams• Establish credibility throughout the organization through effective listening and problem solving• Create and deliver trainings and reports to evaluate the effectiveness of the programs and understand ROI• Train on strategic planning, change management, leading change, and organizationaldevelopment. Educate business leaders and offer human resources solutions to improve groupdevelopment skills, resulting in clearer goals and enhanced relationships with internal andexternal stakeholders.

Program Analyst/ Victim Specialist

• Mar 2006 - Aug 2020

Lead staff and disseminated workloadDeveloped policies of broad applicability and department-specific implementation procedures to ensure victim program management regulations were applied on a consistent basis.Performed data and office management included by not limited to: entering client data in a timely, efficient, and accurate manner; submitted necessary grant reports, ensured agency standards were met and were in compliance with contractual terms and accreditation standards.Audited client files to ensure accurate documentation. Provided statistical summary to appropriate coordinator on a consistent basis to ensure outcome measures were being tracked and documented appropriately.Provided supportive services to victims and witnesses of crime involved in the criminal justice system including emotional support, financial assistance, counseling, and victim agency referrals;Maintained on-going contact/communication with victims and witnesses during investigation and judicial proceedings, and provides notifications of investigative activity or case developments as needed;Provided court accompaniment to crime victims and witnesses for all court proceedings in the Juvenile and Domestic Relations, General District and Circuit Courts;Responded to crime scenes and other locations to provide crisis intervention and support, refers clients to related supportive services and agencies;Provided assistance by administering and providing services designed to enhance coordination among agencies operating within the criminal justice system;Worked with and assists the officers and detectives within their district station assignment or the criminal investigations bureau with the proper victim services and referrals;Encouraged citizen awareness and participation through a record number of public information and education outreach efforts.

Court Based Advocate

• Jul 2004 - Mar 2006

 Reviewed and assessed violent crime reports and provided emotional support and crisis intervention for victims of crime. Researched, analyzed and provided expert advice and assistance on program issues. Liaised between multiple agencies to promote synergy in addressing systemic challenges for domestic violence victims. Provided recommendations that impacted long-range program goals and objectives. Formulated and implemented procedures and recommended policies designed to enhance the effectiveness of the programs and to further program goals, policies and initiatives. Coached and offered professional development and training for staff.

Labor and Employee Relations Manager-R3-05 Chief Shop Steward

• 2006 - Dec 2015

Administers and manages administration of labor contracts; provides interpretation of labor contracts to managers, employees and HR staff; oversees processes for review and resolution of employee grievances.Advises managers and employees on sensitive labor and employee relations matters, including grievance and arbitration procedures, performance issues and disciplinary actions; advises and assists managers in identifying employee relations issues and determining appropriate course of action.Serves as chief negotiator in contract negotiations with recognized employee organizations. Maintains current knowledge of employee and labor relations trends, legal decisions, and statutory changes; conducts research necessary to support contract negotiations and employee relations. Uses appropriate negotiation strategies to develop bargaining goals and negotiate contracts consistent with mission, values and goals.Manages the employee relations team to provide guidance to management staff by contract interpretation, investigation and advice on a full range of employee relations matters including informal and formal grievances, development of performance management plans, disciplinary issues, employee assistance referrals, and reduction in force issues.Facilitates on-going communication and working relationships with employee representative organizations including coordination of joint labor-management committees.Provides information, advice and assistance to Human Resources department managers and staff regarding application of statutes, regulations, contracts and employee relations practices relating to their functional areas.Acts as a member of the Human Resources department management team and participates in setting the direction of human resources support activities for the College. Develops and recommends to the Director of Human Resources policies and procedures concerning employee relations and personnel practices.

Project Manager

• Mar 2013 - Sep 2013

Co-created 1789 Strategic Consulting for the purposes of generating and conducting workshops and conferences geared towards leadership principles.Maintained commitment to accuracy, detail, and timeliness of completion with task manager. Monitored spending for supplies and international shipping to maintain the budget with the treasurer.Researched socio-economic, cultural, and historic variables to leading change. Reviewed policies on race relations, leadership, and culture. Developed strategies and best practices for leading change in an academic environment.

Advocate

• Dec 2005 - Sep 2010

Coordinated support to victims of crime from all fifty states, U.S. territories, and abroad and provided supportive listening and suicide prevention assistance with a trauma informed approach.Conducted safety planning, crisis-intervention, and advocacy to over 1000 victims annually and maintained computerized records of client case notes and any ongoing case management.Informed public-policy initiatives based on data collection and direct services. Developed relationships with crime victim programs throughout the country and collaborated with local providers to ensure quality care and assistance for victims.Assisted with carrying out goals and objectives of annual conference and helped with determining conference tracks, presenters, location, and logistics.Served as lead in evaluating helpline staff and advised Helpline Manager on suitability, need for promotions, skills development, discipline, and other personnel matters.Promoted awareness of the Stalking Resource Center, National Helpline, Crime Victim Bar Association and Get Help Bulletin publications.