Experience

Workforce Council of Southwest Ohio

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Executive Director

  • Feb 2021 - Present

  • Provide strategic and operational oversight of a comprehensive and high-performing workforce development system in all aspects detailed in the Department of Labor TENS/TEGLS and legislative requirements • Coordinate key Board responsibilities (recruitment, training, working with the Mayor for appointment of new members) • Manage all SWORWIB Committees and required responsibilities • Oversee the workforce system’s Operator, their Intermediaries, and their OMJ Center, WIOA Youth, Adult and Dislocated Worker Partners, Programs and Services • Ensure sufficient resources for services; • Provide annual monitoring of the OMJ Center and all contracts, MOA’s, MOUs, grant participation obligations, fundraising, fiscal management and invoicing to Hamilton County Job and Family Services so as to obtain reimbursement for our expenses at a high percentage • Administer budget and performance management systems and reporting of results and performance. • Obtain agreement for the creation of the WIOA Regional Plan renewa,l based on the State's strategic and operational vision and goals (via Ohio’s Unified State Plan) and the Southwest Ohio Combined Local and Regional Plan. • Facilitate the organization's Annual Report and monthly NewsWIB Digital Newsletters, along wiht periodic special project reports and publications. • Implement the required monitoring and reporting requirements for the SWORWIB Board and Committees • Adapt to/comply with all applicable Federal, State, and City/County government requirements. Show less



BCW/Workforce

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Deputy Director / Area Administrator

  • Jul 2020 - Feb 2021

  • Provide strategic and operational oversight of a comprehensive and high-quality workforce development system • Oversee the local public workforce system’s Operator, their Intermediaries, and their OMJ Center’s WIOA Youth, Adult, and Dislocated Worker Partners, Programs and Services • Implement the State's strategic and operational vision and goals (via Ohio’s Unified State Plan and the Southwest Ohio Combined Local and Regional Plan) • Establish compliant monitoring and reporting requirements • Ensure sufficient resources for services • Provide direct support to the BCW|Workforce Executive Director and BCW Workforce Investment Board; serving the tri-county areas of Butler, Clermont, and Warren Counties in the Greater Cincinnati Metro Show less



SHRM

• United States
• Human Resources Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• NKYSHRM Board of Directors, Workforce Readiness Chair

  • Jan 2020 - Dec 2020

  - Coordinate workforce development programming/initiatives to support HR- Advocate for workforce innovation in the local HR community- Communicate relevant workforce resources to NKYSHRM members and the HR community- Provide support to the NKYSHRM President, Executive Team, and Board of Directors

• NKYSHRM Board of Directors, Past President (one-year term)

  • Jan 2019 - Dec 2019

  - Generate and coordinate all 2019 corporate sponsorships for the NKYSHRM Chapter- Complete the Chapter's SHRM Affiliate Program for Excellence (SHAPE) initiative- Submit SHRM Excel Award application- Provide support to the NKYSHRM President and Board of Directors

• President, NKYSHRM (one-year term)

  • Jan 2018 - Dec 2018

  • Facilitate business of the Northern KY SHRM Chapter in accordance with bylaws • Chair all Board meetings and monthly membership meetings • Provide short-term & long-term strategic planning • Coordinate succession planning • Serve as second signature on chapter bank account(s) • Attend KY State SHRM Conference • Communicate with National SHRM • Complete the SHRM Affiliate Program for Excellence (SHAPE) planning document• Serves as a National SHRM Member • Provide personal contribution to the SHRM Foundation • Attend KY State Volunteer Leaders’ Conference • Plan/conduct annual chapter strategic planning meeting Show less

• Vice President, NKYSHRM (one-year term)

  • Jan 2017 - Dec 2017

  • Oversee programming for monthly NKY SHRM member luncheons/ meetings• Secure monthly keynote speakers/topics • Assist President with chapter activities • Coordinate monthly membership meetings • Participate in annual strategic planning meeting with President, Past President, & Treasurer • Provide support with succession planning efforts • Attend KY Leadership conference • Assist with President’s responsibilities, in the event of their absence• Commit to three-year leadership term (VP/President/Past President) Show less

• NKYSHRM Board of Directors, Workforce Readiness Chair

  • Jan 2013 - Dec 2016

  - Coordinate workforce development programming/initiatives to support HR- Advocate for workforce innovation in the local HR community- Communicate relevant workforce resources to NKYSHRM members and the HR community- Provide support to the NKYSHRM President, Executive Team, and Board of Directors



Northern Kentucky Area Development District

• United States
• Government Administration
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Program Director | Northern KY Workforce Investment Board

  • Jul 2017 - Jul 2020

  - Oversee One-Stop Operator and Direct Service Provider contractor(s) for the regional Kentucky Career Center (One-Stop); provide technical support, guidance, and monitoring- Coordinate regional sector strategies for NKWIB-targeted / high-demand industries - Lead and facilitate ongoing communication and initiatives for the regional Business Services Team, including members from workforce development, education, and economic development- Manage regional MOU partnership agreements with nine local, state, and private organizations- Track and report KPI performance, ROI, customer satisfaction, and collective impact metrics- Serve as the lead staff for the NKWIB’s Business Services Committee - Interface with community leaders, businesses, educational providers, and local/state/federal officials, and individuals- Facilitate 'Partner for Success', a regional Forum for workforce development stakeholders Show less

• Director | Kentucky Career Center

  • Jun 2012 - Jul 2017

  • Provide regular communication and public relations to / on behalf of the local Kentucky Career Center• Oversee the multi-agency management team of five regional career centers, operating in an eight-county territory • Facilitate collaboration and workforce development initiatives throughout career center partners and staff• Serve as the Liaison between the career centers and the Workforce Investment Board• Coordinate the regional Business Services Team• Collect, compile, refine, and share data on customer volume, program performance, and organizational outcomes• Interface with community leaders, businesses, educational providers, and local/state/federal officials• Provide project management for relocation and expansion of center; increasing size from 10,000 square feet to 30,000 square feet Show less



Brighton Center

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Workforce Program Coordinator

  • Jun 2004 - Jul 2012

  Oversee and coordinate a Workforce Investment Act (WIA) program funded by the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) • Provided active leadership on the One Stop Management and Operating Team • Led the program's increased growth of 225% during tenure • Achieved all DOL employment, retention, and credential goals of participants • Completed ongoing data reports, analysis of metrics, aggregate, and statistical charts/graphs • Performed Human Resource functions, including: hiring, training, managing, coaching, recognizing, and disciplining of personnel • Wrote and submitted bi-annual 100-page Request for Proposal /grant contract • Served as regional Rapid Response Coordinator to employers and job seekers • Provided oversight to $690,000 annual budget • Interfaced with businesses, organizations, and community leaders • Facilitated presentations to WIB members, staff, employers, organizations, and job seekers • Monitored compliance and success of program by emphasizing quality assurance • Conducted resume services and instructional workshops • Assisted with the development of interview attire assistance and mental health programs for job seekers • Received "Director's Award" in 2005, "Boiled Frog Award" in 2006, and "Super Nova Award" in 2007 Show less



HSBC

• United Kingdom
• Financial Services
• 700 & Above Employee

• Account Executive, Beneficial Financial Services

  • 2003 - 2004

  Provide credit solutions to customers experiencing financial difficulty. Provide credit solutions to customers experiencing financial difficulty.



JVS Careers, Cincinnati, OH

• United States
• Non-profit Organizations
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Work Site Coordinator

  • 2003 - 2003

  Monitored welfare-to-work program participants and collaborated with community representatives Monitored welfare-to-work program participants and collaborated with community representatives



Ohio Valley Goodwill Industries

• United States
• Consumer Services
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Employment Consultant

  • 2002 - 2003

  Provided supported employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities Provided supported employment opportunities for individuals with disabilities



Brighton Center

• United States
• Individual and Family Services
• 100 - 200 Employee

• Employment Specialist

  • 2001 - 2002

  Provide career counseling and job placement services to under-employed adults through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA). Provide career counseling and job placement services to under-employed adults through the Workforce Investment Act (WIA).



The Point

• Covington, KY

• Employment Trainer

  • 1999 - 2001

  Provided on-the-job training, co-op, and placement opportunities for individuals Provided on-the-job training, co-op, and placement opportunities for individuals