Adjunct Professor Of Business

• Aug 2019 - Present

Educational Consultant

• Sep 2019 - Sep 2020

WHAT WE DO: We provide professional development and experiential programs for K-12 and post-secondary faculty. We specialize in building skills that increase student engagement, promote a global mindset and integrate experiential learning. OUR AREAS OF EXPERTISE: * Building authentic relationships. * Practicing intentional student engagement. * Promoting social and emotional intelligence. * Educating on concepts of diversity, equity and inclusion. * Training how to implement teamwork in the classroom. * Modelling excellence not mediocrity. * Managing time on target. OUR WHY: We are passionate practitioners of experiential facilitation that involves face-to-face interaction with people in real time. A deficit of “healthy and direct” human social interactions is affecting current generations. We can’t afford to disconnect from the importance of having effective people skills. . . . MISSION FIRST, PEOPLE ALWAYS! WHO WE SERVE: Colleges and Universities and K-12 Schools. Our team facilitates professional development to faculty, administration and staff, as well as, students ranging from middle school through post-secondary. Show less

Employee Learning and Development/eLearning Manager

• Jan 2018 - Aug 2019

The Employee Learning and Development /eLeaning (ELAD) department has just been restructured to build a collaborative system which focuses on employee professional development and digital learning and technology. The ELAD Manager leads the efforts to strengthen faculty and staff professional development managing the team functions created by the new structure in terms of design and support of all district professional development. The team supports all areas that affect how the Pierce College District provides excellence in serving our students both in the classroom and through a variety services that support student learning and well being. Our faculty and staff in conjunction with administration are the anchor that support student success. Show less

Director Business Programs

• Aug 2009 - Dec 2017

Continue to promote and oversee the mission of the Business & Information Systems Department which is to provide quality academic coursework, and assist students in the development of marketable skills that are responsive to the current needs of the workplace, and to prepare students to transfer to a four-year university.Mesa Community College has served the community for over 50 years offering more than 180 programs, degrees, and certificates at 5 campuses. MCC serves well over 40,000 students annually. Our award-winning faculty are dedicated to student success and lead the way in introducing undergraduate research to community colleges. Show less

Business Faculty

• Jun 2009 - Dec 2017

The Education field is both challenging and rewarding. Challenging because it is labor intensive, rewarding because we get to watch students grow and learn in amazing ways. My passion for teaching is anchored on the fulfillment of watching others grow. * Taught multiple sections of the following courses: Human Relations in Business, Introduction to International Business, Business Communications, Introduction to Business, Supervision and Leadership, Quality Customer Service, and Culture Dimensions of International Trade.* Revised textbooks and made recommendations to publishers and colleagues to incorporate or implement* Participated and engaged students in a variety of activities that exposed them to the “real world” of business (Luncheons with the Gov Jan Brewer at the Phoenix Chamber of Commerce event, China Town-Hall with Sidney Rittenberg and others, World Affairs Council, Get Motivated Seminar with Peter Lowe, Zig Ziglar, Steve Nash, Rudy Gulianni, Latino Townhall at MCC, and many other events -* Implemented several Challenge Courses in conjunction with “A New Leaf” into several courses to offer the students the experience of teambuilding at a new level which has been highly successful* Incorporated Service Learning in conjunction with the Center for Service Learning at MCC to enhance Human Relations Skills in the workplace* Encouraged students to participate in forums and activities that fostered global learning and cooperation* Participated on campus committees including The International Film Festival Committee which offered me the opportunity to host the acclaimed Argentine Film Director Carlos Sorin. Business Scholarship Committees, Students Outcomes Committee (Chaired the Diversity Outcomes Revision Committee), Service Learning Advisory Board, Learning Spaces Committee, Global Education Committee, and the International Business Advisory Board.*Lead the Prague Study Abroad program for 2 years blending history, art, culture and business. Show less

Director Belgium : A Glimpse into the EU Study Abroad

• Jan 2012 - Aug 2017

Based in Liege, Belgium, known as the “Cockpit of Europe” due to its central location and many military campaigns that have been fought on its territories between other European powers, the participant will walk through the cobble stones of time, sense the intrigue and lavishness of past kingdoms, meander through castles and museums, feel the vestiges of centuries of history intermingled with today’s society. Courses offered are Introduction to International Business and Fundamentals of Intercultural Communication. Show less

Director Prague Study Abroad Program

• Jan 2010 - Aug 2012

Chairwoman - Executive Board -

• Sep 2009 - Aug 2017

Global Ties-Arizona is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization committed to promoting citizen diplomacy "one handshake at a time" hosting international visitors in Arizona in cooperation with the U.S. Department of State and Global Ties US. Also promoting education and global trade as part of fostering diplomacy efforts. In 2014, we celebrated our 50th anniversary and changed our name to Global Ties- Arizona Global Ties-Arizona is a private, nonprofit, nonpartisan organization committed to promoting citizen diplomacy "one handshake at a time" hosting international visitors in Arizona in cooperation with the U.S. Department of State and Global Ties US. Also promoting education and global trade as part of fostering diplomacy efforts. In 2014, we celebrated our 50th anniversary and changed our name to Global Ties- Arizona

Vice-President OWIT Phoenix

• Aug 2010 - Mar 2017

Promote OWIT-Phoenix at the college level and in the community. Our focus is on providing educational and networking opportunities to metro Phoenix international trade professionals both men and women. http://owitphoenix.org/ Promote OWIT-Phoenix at the college level and in the community. Our focus is on providing educational and networking opportunities to metro Phoenix international trade professionals both men and women. http://owitphoenix.org/

President - Senior Consultant

• Jan 2008 - Jun 2010

•Developed, planned and organized a practice management firm to provide cash flow solutions including nutraceuticals for physicians and health practitioners, medical billing, and training and development to professional enterprises •Designed and facilitated training workshops both on site and through webcasts for a variety of businesses in team building, conflict resolution, strategic planning, and leadership •Participated, presented, and contributed in a variety of functions as an active member of the Arizona Business Network, the Healthcare Hub, the AzEPS (marketing consulting group),and the Women in Networking Group •Experienced in facilitating and implementing DISC, MBTI, EQ Training, True Colors and Assess Systems programs to develop perfect fit advancement opportunities and communication strategies that strengthen the work environment and improve performance by defining the impact of temperament styles, behavioral styles, and personality styles Show less

President

• Jun 2009 - Mar 2010

Meet-up group dedicated to networking in the healthcare field to promote, and grow each others businesses. Meet-up group dedicated to networking in the healthcare field to promote, and grow each others businesses.

Secretary

• 2008 - 2009

Owner/ Consultant

• Jan 2006 - Dec 2007

•Designed and facilitated workshops both on site and through webcasts for a variety of local businesses in team building, conflict resolution, strategic planning, and leadership •Experienced in facilitating and implementing DISC, MBTI, EQ Training, and Assess Systems programs to develop perfect fit advancement opportunities and communication strategies that strengthen the work environment and improve performance by defining the impact of temperament styles, behavioral styles, and personality styles •Guided teams and departments on conflict resolution through Emotional Intelligence training to promote interpersonal communication that enhanced the work environment and increased performance and productivity •Organized and led self improvement seminars for women in the local community and ecclesiastical organizations to improve self-image and confidence •Facilitated Lead the Leader, and The Customer Service Difference through Achieve Global in Business and Industry training for Pierce College at local businesses •Acted as Director of Online Partnerships for CollegeGoes2Work and Corporate Perspectives to promote online educational programs for business and industry training Show less

Business Faculty

• Sep 2001 - Jun 2007

•Prepared, developed, presented and assessed curriculum in the following subjects: Business 101, Business Management and Leadership, Marketing, Customer Service, Professional Development, Human Relations and Resources, Team Building, The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People (Stephen Covey), and Entrepreneurship through grounded and hybrid methods (including Blackboard platform) •Advised, mentored, coached and tracked educational plans for traditional and non-traditional students of diverse backgrounds to attain their professional career paths •Developed and delivered curriculum to foster understanding of the impact of globalization including service learning projects to promote organic coffee from sustainable farms in the Dominican Republic (Took two groups of students to the Alta Gracia Coffee Farm, Jarabacoa, Dominican Republic) •Mentored students in the creation of a feasible marketing plan for Martin Henry Coffee Roasters to import and promote Dominican Republic Coffee •Interacted with local organizations and businesses to enhance student learning and extend networking opportunities that led to internships, and employment opportunities (World Trade Center Tacoma, Martin Luther King Housing Development, Commencement Bay Coffee, etc) •Initiated and led student marketing committee in the creation and implementation of a viable marketing plan to foster ) •Mentored and coached students through their capstone internship program by assisting them through the placement process and by assessing and evaluating their short and long term career goals •Presented bi-annual reports at the Business Management Advisory Board meetings to inform and update local business advisory board members of changes in curriculum, projects and current issues •Participated in numerous committees to enhance and assess students’ learning programs (CLASS: Committee for Learning and Assessment of Student Success) Show less

Customer Account Professional/Small Claims Adjuster

• 1998 - 2000